River Kids After School Program Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation, The fall semester of the River Kids After School Program is scheduled to begin Thursday, September 21 at SCHF. The River Kids Program is designed to encourage children to discover and develop their creative talents. open to any child in 1st through 6th grades on a first come, first serve basis. , 601-631-2997

Civil War Living History and Battle Skirmishes 1445 Harrison Street, Vicksburg, MS 39180, Located on the Grounds of McRaven, This semi-annual event brings history to life. See how both Confederate and Union soldiers lived and fought during the Siege of Vicksburg in 1863. Demonstrations of period clothing, cooking, music, and fighting will make this an educational event at this home which was used as a Confederate Headquarter and a field hospital., 601-636-1663

Gold in the Hills 101 Iowa (P.O. Box 821472), Vicksburg, MS 39180, Parkside Playhouse, Listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest running melodrama in the world, this family-oriented play has been pleasing locals and tourists alike since 1936. This old-time melodrama offers a very entertaining evening of can-can girls, singing, and throwing peanuts at the villain. Friday & Saturday @ 7:30 p.m., mid-March through mid-April/July. Special performances can be arranged., Sponsored By: Vicksburg Little Theatre Guild, 601-636-0471

Vicksburg Theatre Guild 101 Iowa Avenue, P.O. Box 821472, Vicksburg, MS 39180, Parkside Playhouse, Located just off Confederate Avenue/North Frontage Road, this community theatre presents a variety of plays including dramas, comedies, and musicals throughout the year. It also sponsors the popular Fairytale Theatre for children ages 7-18 during the summer months and Gold in the Hills. Call for play schedules and performance times., 601-636-0471

Vicksburg Spring Pilgrimage Located Throughout Vicksburg, Take a tour of some of Vicksburg's finest homes during the three-week long Spring Pilgrimage. Many of the homes offer bed & breakfast accommodations by prior arrangement, are well maintained, and furnished with period antiques. , 800-221-3536