This Week
Long Leaf Pine Workshop
You’re invited to join the College of Forest Resources of Mississippi State University for their Long Leaf Pine Workshop at the Coastal Plains Experiment Station in Newton scheduled for Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. Fee to attend is $25 and lunch will be provided. To register, contact the Newton County Extension Office at 601-635-7011. CFA hours for this program!
2025 Decatur Christmas Parade
Celebrate the season with us in Decatur as we host the Decatur Christmas Parade on Friday, Dec. 5, at 6 p.m. Parade entries sign up is now open on the Greater Decatur Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.
Stress-Free Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen Workshop
Did you know that making time for self-care can help decrease stress? Join us on Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 10 a.m. at the Newton County Extension Office for a Stress-Free Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen Workshop, where you can learn a new skill and destress while planning the holidays. This workshop will include making pepper jelly and various gifts in a jar. The cost is $10. Call 601-635-7011 to register or request special accommodations by Dec. 5.
Auditions for NTC’s Youth Musical “We Will Rock You”
Area youth ages 6th-12th grade are invited to audition for the Newton Theatre Company’s youth musical production of “We Will Rock You”, a musical tribute to the rock band “Queen”. Auditions take place on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 10 a.m. and Monday, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m. Performances are scheduled for March 20-22, 2026. Those who are auditioning should prepare a 1–2-minute song; bring your own accompaniment. You are strongly encouraged to sing Queen or any classic rock song. For more information, contact the director, Marshall Van Zijll, via email at mvanzijll@gmail.com
Hickory Christmas Parade
The Town of Hickory Christmas Parade will be on Saturday, Dec. 6, beginning at 2 p.m. There’s no entry fee to take part.
Christmas in Lake
The Town of Lake will celebrate the arrival of the holiday season on Saturday, Dec. 6, beginning with the Christmas Parade at 4:30 p.m. There will be food trucks, entertainment from the downtown stage, and pictures with Santa following the parade. FBC Lake will also show a movie following the parade. The library will also host a snow globe making class with a special guest!
Union Christmas Parade
The Union Chamber of Commerce invites you to come celebrate Christmas as they host the Union Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m.
Tour of Trees at the McElroy-Hoye House in Newton
The Newton Chamber of Commerce invites all to the 2nd Annual Tour of Trees at the McElroy-Hoye House in Newton on Saturday, Dec. 6., beginning at 5 p.m. The McElroy-Hoye House is located at 400 E. Church Street.
Christmas at The Roxy
The Newton Theatre Company invites you to the Roxy Theatre in Downtown Newton for Christmas at the Roxy on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. The event, which will be an afternoon of Christmas music led by local talent, is free to the public. There is an optional opportunity to donate to the Hickory Food Pantry by bringing one (or more) canned food item.
Newton Christmas Parade Rescheduled for Dec. 8
The Newton Christmas Parade has been rescheduled for Monday, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m. due to inclement weather.
Upcoming
Wreaths Across America Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery
Wreaths Across America will hold a ceremony at the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Newton on Saturday, Dec. 13, starting at 11 a.m., to Remember and Honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every veteran aloud.
Christmas Around the Courthouse in Decatur
Come experience the magic of Christmas in Decatur at Christmas Around the Courthouse on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 4-7 p.m. The Grinch, Santa, and the Gingerbread Man will be frolicking along Broad Street! There will be crafts for the whole family, special performances, and wagon rides through the night.
Stress-Free Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen Workshop
Did you know that making time for self-care can help decrease stress? Join us on Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 10 a.m. at the Newton County Extension Office for a Stress-Free Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen Workshop, where you can learn a new skill and destress while planning the holidays. This workshop will include making pepper jelly and various gifts in a jar. The cost is $10. Call 601-635-7011 to register or request special accommodations by Dec. 5.
Newton County Cattlemen’s Association Christmas Party
Newton County Cattlemen’s Association will host their Christmas Party on Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Coastal Plains Experiment Station in Newton. Join us for music, food, and fellowship! Please RSVP your meal by calling the Newton County Extension Office at 601-635-7011 by Dec. 12.
Toys for Tots Toy Donations
Help bring the joy of Christmas and send a message of hope to an economically disadvantaged child in Newton County by donating to Toys for Tots. If you would like to donate a new or unwrapped toy, please contact Kristie Temple at Afternoon Adventures Learning Centers at 601-934-8978. Drop off boxes are also located at the Newton County Appeal office in Union and Blossman Gas in Newton.
Submit your events for the calendar
Submit your community calendar and news items to appealproduction@gmail.com, leach@newtoncountyappeal.com or morgan@newtoncountyappeal.com. Please send events at least two weeks ahead of time. Please include the date, time, location and a brief description of the event.
