The Virden Addition Neighborhood community is hosting a clean up and needs your help making the community a cleaner, greener place to live, on October 25, starting at 8:00 AM.

For more information, call 601.665.5119

The City of Jackson operates under the mayor-council form of government with a full-time mayor elected at-large and seven part-time council members elected (one each) from the seven wards. Learn more about Jackson’s wards here.

The City Council meets every other Tuesday at 10 AM or 6 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. In addition to their regular meetings, they occasionally hold Special Council Meetings for certain topics. Check out the Meeting Schedule for more information.

During this event, learn about heirs’ property—what it is and how to protect it—from experts at the Mississippi Center for Justice.

For additional information, please contact:
George Broadstreet at Renasant
gbroadstreet@renasant.com or 601.460.6027

The Two Mississippi Museums are hosting FREE admission days during the Mississippi State Fair.

• Friday, October 3

• Friday, October 10

• Saturday, October 11

The Two Mississippi Museums are hosting FREE admission days during the Mississippi State Fair.

• Friday, October 3

• Friday, October 10

• Saturday, October 11

A one night only outdoor dining experience where local chefs, Hunter Evans and Damien Cavicchi craft a five-course seasonal menu served undereath the glow of the full moon. Dress warm, bring friends, and toast to autumn.

Tickets are $125 + tax and gratuity per person
Music by Raphael Semmes and the Smith Park Swing Band

Space is limited and reservation are required.

RSVP: https://www.exploretock.com/elvies-jackson-mississippi/event/private/5c4fbcfb-24be-4a6b-aceb-7e6b7a0f3777

The City of Jackson operates under the mayor-council form of government with a full-time mayor elected at-large and seven part-time council members elected (one each) from the seven wards. Learn more about Jackson’s wards here.

The City Council meets every other Tuesday at 10 AM or 6 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. In addition to their regular meetings, they occasionally hold Special Council Meetings for certain topics. Check out the Meeting Schedule for more information.

Join the Duttonville Community for their community clean-up for a dy of connection and community.

Who: Anyone who desires to help rebuild a community
What’s needed: Refreshments, shovels, mowers, gloves, garbage bags, trash grabbers, and volunteers

Where: Mt. Galilee M.B. Church in Jackson, MS

The Two Mississippi Museums are hosting FREE admission days during the Mississippi State Fair.

• Friday, October 3

• Friday, October 10

• Saturday, October 11

Children and families visit Belhaven Park to unleash their inner artists with this festive fall event that includes pumpkin painting, music, treats, and more. Students from the arts department of Wells APAC join us to help children with their spooky, silly, or abstract designs. This event showcases the artistic talent of our local schools and students and helps ring in the beautiful fall season in Belhaven! The Being Belhaven Art Series is funded in part by a grant from the City of Jackson and Mississippi Arts Commission.

The Greater Belhaven Foundation serves as a community leader and trusted communicator for  residents and businesses to learn about the projects, initiatives, and condition of our neighborhood. This year, we are holding three community meetings to present updates about what’s happening in the neighborhood. The meetings will also provide a forum for residents and businesses to ask questions and provide suggestions for future projects and priorities.

Capitol Police is hosting this year’s National Night Out, a fun, family-friendly evening designed to bring neighbors and law enforcement together.

This night focuses on building strong, safe, and caring neighborhoods and relationships with our law enforcement.

When: Tuesday, September 30

Time: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Where: Veterans Memorial Stadium, 2531 N. State St., Jackson

Ray McCants and Oak Street Health presents Senior Safari at the Jackson Zoo on Tuesday, September 30 from 10AM to 1PM.

At this event, seniors can enjoy entry to the zoo, music, raffle prizes, complementary lunch, complementary carousel ride, and an information fair with senior-focused resources.

Comfort accommodations are provided (shaded seating, water statins, and rest areas.

Register to attend at: https://bit.ly/seniorsafarijxn

For more information, contact Ray McCants at 769.301.1600.

The Local Organizing Committee 10k Fearless Disaster Team presents the Red Cross Shelter Training.

During this virtual training, participants learn how to set up and manage a shelter.

September 27, 2025
Time: 2PM-4PM

Deadline for registration is September 20. If interested, must register to participate. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAlLfyf4UtIWE_Nyg3paK7b0cCrgTc73Kbc8fz2PAnGekDng/viewform

Contact: 662.577.1258 for more information.

Churches, residents, and businesses surrounding Dalton Deer Park and University is teaming up to spruce up the community.

The community clean-up will be held on September 27, 2025 between 8:00AM and 11:00AM. Clean up trash and debris. However, no tires or batteries, 5 gallon buckets, paint or paint cans, or biohazard or hazardous materials.

Dumpster location:

1040 Rev. Charles Polk Sr. Drive (formerly Banks Street)
Jackson, MS 39203 (near Clark Family Life Center)

For questions, contact: Deacon Barry Dixon at 601.454.4993 or Sister Fran Bridges 601.454.6349

Join the Hinds County Board of Supervisors for their summer community meeting to discuss general updates, current projects, things happening in District 3 and get feedback from the community.

September 25, 2025 at 6:00PM

St. John M.B. Church
4895 Medgar Evers Blvd

For more information, contact the board of supervisors at 601.968.6768 or ebonie.way@co.hinds.ms.us.

The City of Jackson operates under the mayor-council form of government with a full-time mayor elected at-large and seven part-time council members elected (one each) from the seven wards. Learn more about Jackson’s wards here.

The City Council meets every other Tuesday at 10 AM or 6 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. In addition to their regular meetings, they occasionally hold Special Council Meetings for certain topics. Check out the Meeting Schedule for more information.