What’s NOW, What’s NEW, What’s NEXT
In DOWNTOWN HATTIESBURG

Thursday, November 13, 2008

WHAT'S NOW

Holiday Open House, Nov. 14 & 15  Enjoy wonderful shops, galleries and restaurants in Historic Downtown as we celebrate the coming Christmas Season.  Be sure to pick up your Holiday PassPort at participating businesses, have it stamped and placed into a drawing for terrific gifts and special discounts. 

USM's Student Government Association & brownstone's present Eaglepalooza, Nov. 14, 6 p.m. - 12 a.m. Main St. and Batson St.  Opening acts:  Red Hill City, Foulon Brothers, Wild Peach.  Headline acts:  Dave Barnes and Mute Math.  For information call 601.266.6029

Free Downtown Shuttle Service is being  offered Sat. Nov. 15, during USM vs East Carolina game.  Travel to and from the downtown area throughout the entire game.  Shuttle will continue to run late in the evening as well.  Catch the shuttle within the Historic Downtown Area at any of the sponsor locations and at The District on campus.  Enjoy dining in one of our great restaurants before or after the game without loosing your parking spot.  Calling all students...the night life downtown is fantastic, join us after the game!  For additional information contact Aaron at 601.450.PARK (601.450.7275).  Shuttle is sponsored by:  brownstone's, Bianchi's Pizzeria, 206 Front, The Bottling Co., Pinebelt Parking, Walnut Circle Grill, visitHattiesburg and HHDA

WHAT’S NEW 

• The Bottling Co., 126 Mobile St. Nov. 20, the soulful sounds of Cozy Corley and the Blue Gardenia Band.  A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Old High School project. For advance tickets call 601.450.2653. 
• Blooms 127 Buschman St.  Blooms is the exclusive dealer in Hattiesburg for Peters Pottery.   For information:  601.545.3211
• GRIN Design, 104 Buschman St., Suite B. A creative studio that specializes in Unconventional Thinking.  Whether it's cultivating ideas, fabricating packaging or hatching identities, one thing has to radiate...Sublime Design.  If you have an idea you want developed, a product you want manufactured or you just want more information call us.  We want to join you in your new venture.  601.307.4335 or tommy@grindesign.com
• Calico Antique Mall, 309 E. Pine St., 25th Anniversary Celebration set for Sat. Nov. 22.  Special promotions throughout the store as a way to thank loyal friends and customers.
• Avalon Sewing Company 113 Newman St.,  The business will now focus on custom projects.  Watch the window display for their exclusive custom creations.  For information, www.avalonsewingco.com or www.avalonsewingco.etsy.com  
• A-Gallery & Plums 134 Front St. Lifestyle Arts and Bridal Registry   Join us during Holiday Open House, Sat. Nov. 15, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Ornament signing with Brushfire Designs' artist Jennifer Stevens-Nicholson.  Signed copies of "Backyards & Beyond" by H.C. Porter now in.  Ornaments Galore!  by Christopher Radko, Krinkles by Patience Brewster, Gail Pittman, Brushfire Designs, Hinkle Creek Pottery and much more.  We have new arrivals by artist Renee Dent Blankenship-jewelry and photographic work, including photo niches, crosses, journals and ornaments. For more information, 601-584-6785
• Main Street UMC 712 Main St. Prime Time, Dec. 9.  Enjoy Christmas Music Program by Daniel & Julie Lee.  Daniel is Minister of Music at Calvary Baptist Church in Oak Grove.  Lunch reservations required, for information and to reserve your seat contact patty@mstreetumce.org or phone 601.582.5557
• USM, College of Arts & Letters presents ArtReach Foundation's "Breaking the Veils" exhibit. The exhibit will be on display at the Hattiesburg  Depot in Historic Downtown, Oct. 7 - Dec. 6, 2008.  Hours:  Closed Mon & Tue.  Wed.  9 - 4, Thurs., 9 - 8, Fri. & Sat., 9 - 4, Sun., 1 - 4.   Additional information about the exhibit is available on the ArtReach Foundation website (http://www.artreachfoundation.org/
• Go Young Fashion 125 E. Pine St. The only big & tall men's store in South MS, has received a new shipment of pants up to size 74 in khaki, black and navy colors plus great new jeans and dress slacks up to size 72 
• Roy Calvin Eure Interior Design 204 W. Front St. has just received 1,400 samples of fabrics from Sherrill Furniture Co. and is proud to represent Sherrill Upholstery & Casegoods in Hattiesburg.  No more driving to Jackson or New Orleans for this beautiful and quality upholstery, which is still family owned and made in North Carolina.  Stop in for your new sofas and chairs for delivery before the holidays.  For information:  601.450.7144
• McKenzie's on Main 409 Main St. has just received lots of new items including an antique Tibetan cabinet, antique Chinese kitchen cabinet, a pair of vintage Chinese lacquered and rattan end tables, unusual Moroccan console table upholstered in embossed leather; black-lacquered and marble-top Chinese console table, antique Chinese elm side table.  Also, lots of lamps from market as well as new decorative accents perfect for your Autumn table. Votivo Candles are back, including the always popular Red Currant and various other scents.  Great new Christmas ornaments and decor for the Holidays.  Check out our half-off room. For information:  601.544.2240
• Forrest Paper Company 511 E. Pine St.  Offers a new shipment of Christmas wrap, ribbon and photo cards and gifts.  Get it before it's gone! For information:  601.545.7422 www.forrestpaper.com
• The New Yokel Market  205 Main St. is now the Side Door Deli, emphasizing conveniently pre-made sandwiches, wraps, soups and salads.  Open 7 days a week the Deli will now offer wholesome grab & go breakfast and an even wider variety of baked goods everday!   For information visit, www.newyokel.com
• Main Street Books 210 Main St.  Author Extravaganza, Mon., Dec. 1 4 - 7 p.m. Join us as we welcome over thirty Mississippi authors for this annual event.  Some of the great authors include:  Jill Conner Browne, Bobby Cole, Robert Dalby, Carolyn Haines, Stephen Kirkpatrick, Dardin North, Robert St. John, George Thatcher, Wyatt Waters and Cathy Young just to name a few. To register or for other special event information, 601.584.6960
• The Oaks Cafe 631 Main St.   Great lunch specials.  Dining room will accommodate up to 35 people.  Special Event catering is available.  For information, 601.582.0508
• brownstone's 103 East Front St. try the daily lunch specials Mon - Sat in addition to the full menu.  For information 601.545.2250 or www.brownstones.com
• Old Town Gifts 124 Walnut St. Open 8:30 - 5:30 Mon - Fri and Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Gift wrapping available! For information call: 601.543.0111
• Walnut Square Pharmacy & Ice Cream Parlor 124 Walnut St. Open 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mon - Fri and Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Prescription Packs are now available to organize your medications into multi-dose, disposable sealed blister packs. Most major insurance plans accepted. For information: 601.543.0111
• Sacks Outdoors 200 East Pine St. since 1951. Receiving new items weekly. Timbuktu Bags - 30%-40% off. 10%-20% off select items from Summer footwear by: KEEN, Patagonia, Rainbow, Vasque, Merrell & Irish Setter. Outdoor wear by: Mountain Khaki, Columbia Sportswear & Carhartt Casual wear. Call 601.582.8111 for information
• Seraphim Studio 104 S. 10th Ave.  Holiday Open House is set for Sat. Dec. 13 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. to coincide with Holiday Art Walk.  As a way of saying Thank You for your continued support, we'll have door prizes and lots of holiday happies...it will be the last chance to get your holiday wish list in so that you find the right stuff under your glassing tree! For information:  www.seraphimglass.com or 601.550.4137 
• Robinson Photography Studio The Geiger Building, 208 West Pine St. Suite 110,  is offering custom Christmas Cards for your family or business.  These are not the ordinary cards you see printed on photographic paper, they are high quality and unique.  Check out our website for samples. Call us soon 601.583.2271 or visit our web site at: http://robinsonphotography.com
• The Pastry Garden 129 Walnut St. is now taking orders for Thanksgiving.  We are offering a complete meal to feed the entire family.  Also, we are now booking private Holiday parties.  We still have daily lunch specials and wonderful sweet treats. Call about scheduling private functions, cooking classes and more.  Information:  601.271.2540
• Downtown Tonsorial Parlor 119 East Pine St., announces the addition of stylist Melissa Black, who specializes in color and highlighting.  For information:  601.544.8616

Check It Out-HHDA my space page: www.myspace.com/downtownhattiesburg

The envelope restoration of the Old High School is underway.  We now have construction crews on-site, expect a lot of activity in the coming months.   Help us raise $100,000 by contributing to our Cornerstone Campaign.  Follow this link to find out more:  http://www.downtownhattiesburg.com/html/make_donation.html

SHOPS, SERVICES & GALLERIES. For a listing of Downtown shops, services and supplies visit Downtown Shops. For gallery listings, visit Downtown Galleries on our website at:  www.downtownhattiesburg.com

WHAT’S NEXT  

• Southern Miss Symphony Orchestra, Dec. 2, Sandi Patty Holiday Spectacular.  Temple Baptist Church East.  For information:  601.266.5418
• City of Hattiesburg, Christmas Tree Lighting, Thur. Dec. 4, 5:30 p.m. Town Square Park.  Join us for music and refreshments.
• Christmas Parade, The Hattiesburg Jaycees will present the annual Christmas Parade on Dec., 6, 6 p.m. through downtown Hattiesburg.
• Kiwanis Pancake Day, Dec. 6, 7 - 11:30 a.m. at the Sigler Center, 315 Conti Street.  Presented by The Kiwanis Club of Hattiesburg and Hub City Kiwanis.  Join us for great pancakes and fellowship. Tickets, $5
• William Carey University, Nativity Scenes from Around the World, Lucile Parker Gallery, Dec. 1 - 17; Madrigal Dinner, Dec. 5 - 7; Ensemble Christmas Concert, Dec. 11, Smith Auditorium, Thomas Fine Arts Center.  For information:  601.318.6175
• Holiday Art Walk, Sat., Dec. 13, 4 - 9 p.m.  Enjoy the sounds of Christmas along the streets of Historic Downtown.  Exhibits, demonstrations, live entertainment, food and much more.
• Hattiesburg Arts Council, Emerging Artists Exhibit, Dec. 13, 5 - 8 p.m. Hattiesburg Cultural Center.  For information:  601.583.6005
• Historic Neighborhood Victorian Candlelit Christmas, Dec. 13 & 14.  Luminaries, carriage rides, entertainment, refreshments.  Carriage rides require tickets.  6 - 9 p.m. For information call 601.606.0095
• South MS Art Association, Dec. 13, Annual Show & Sale in conjunction with Holiday Art Walk

DOWNTOWN CALENDAR available at www.downtownhattiesburg.com

AT THE SAENGER 

Hattiesburg Civic Light Opera Presents High School Musical, Thur., Nov 20 through Sun. Nov. 23

Sign Stage on Tour Presents James and the Giant Peach, Sat., Nov. 29. Showtime 3 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will aid American Sigh Language awareness in the City of Hattiesburg.

Johnny the Giant Killer, Dec. 7, presented by Hattiesburg Arts Council and Hattiesburg Film Society.  Tickets available at the door.

Caroling with the Meistersingers, Fri., Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m.  Music for the most wonderful time of the year!  Enjoy the Holiday Classics, including Bach's glorious "Magnificat"...Bring joy to a busy season.

Babes in Toyland, Dec. 13, 3 p.m.

The Great Russian Nutcracker, Moscow Ballet, Dec. 29

For Information on Saenger Theater events: www.hattiesburgsaenger.com

DOWNTOWN PREVIEW OF THIS WEEKS' ACTIVITIES

Thursday, Nov 13

• Live Music B & E Wine Bar
• Pine Belt Farmer's & Artisans' Market Town Square Park
• Live Music brownstone's
• Snarky Puppy w/ Ari Hoenig's Punk Bob Thirsty Hippo

Friday, Nov 14

• Live Music brownstone's
• T-Bone Pruitt Walnut Circle Grill
• Bag O' Donuts The Bottling Co
• Super Jam w/ Jon Gro, Vasti Jackson, Jeff Mills, Mojo Funk  Boom Boom Room
• Live Music  B & E Wine Bar
• Zydepunks Thirsty Hippo

Saturday, Nov 15

• Breakfast Downtown  The Pastry Garden at Gordon Creek and SouthBound Bagel
• Blues & Beignets 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at brownstone's
• The Dave Allen Band Walnut Circle Grill
• Hill Country Review The Bottling Co.
• Live Music brownstone's
• Swampnoise  Boom Boom Room
• Live Music  B & E Wine Bar

Sunday, Nov 16

• Try Sunday Brunch Downtown

Monday, Nov 17

• Busy Monday?  Try lunch at any of our great restaurants
• The Gay Blades w/ Young Coyote Thirsty Hippo

Tuesday, Nov 18

• Downtown Hattiesburg, a great place for Holiday Shopping

Wednesday, Nov 19

• Ladies Night brownstone's
• Live Music dining room at brownstone's

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:  

Lifestyle Learning Series: The Pastry Garden 6:30 p.m. Second Tuesday of each month Dr. Roger Barnick presents health topics of interest to your family. For information call, 601.450.5060 or e-mail: barnick@megagate.com

Hattiesburg Public Library "At The Library" Cameraderie Photography Club meets the third Thursday of each month 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Open to anyone wanting to learn more and share photographic experiences. For information: jbaylis@bellsouth.net

RESTAURANTS  For a listing of restaurants and bars visit Downtown Restaurants at www.downtownhattiesburg.com 

FOR SALE

• Ross Building 201 E. Front Street. Call 601.450.8585
• Vacant Lot NE corner Buschman St. and Main St. across from Town Square Park.  Please call 601.307.4335 for details.

FOR RENT or  LEASE

• For Lease, 219 Mobile St., Over 16,000 SF renovated office space and warehouse space including parking available in Sept.; Call 601.270.2747
• Residential Rentals, Brittany Arms, West Pine St., Historic Oaks District, New Orleans Style Courtyard surrounding pool. Tudor-style complex is now available for rent. 1 BR $505/mo. 2BR 1.5 BA, $605/mo.  Walk to downtown, short drive to shopping and medical. Contact: London & Stetelman, 601.268.8770
• Kyzar Building  221 W. Pine St., For Lease, 1 story, 4,000 SF. Call London & Stetelman, 601.268.8770
• Office Space for lease, 301 West Pine St. upstairs $1,950/mo. Call London & Stetelman for details, 601.582.8141
• For Lease, 307 West Pine St. 800 SF starting $250/mo including utilities up to 1,200 SF Call London & Stetelman for details, 601.582.8141
• Professional Office Space 806 W. Pine St. 1,500 SF+ $950 mo.  Call London & Stetelman, 601.582.8141
• Prime Retail $1,300/mo, 1-year lease. Dunbar Real Estate; call Michael at 601.520.2202
• Duplex, 813 E. Laurel Ave., 1 or 2 BR w/ W&D.  Contact 601.606.6644