Author name: Bailey Shelton

Exciting July and August Updates from the Early Childhood Council Team!

As we enter the final stretch of summer, the Early Childhood Council (ECC) team has been busy with various activities and events with our councils. Our dedicated team members—Jessica, Cheryl, and Bailey—have been working hard to advance our mission of creating equitable outcomes for all children in Mississippi and strengthening our connections with communities across […]

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Pi Day and National Children’s Craft Day Activities

Happy Pi Day AND National Children’s Craft Day! Annually, on March 14, we celebrate the mathematical constant π AND the importance of crafting with children! Did you know that crafting is good for your mental health? Crafting is a natural anti-depressant; research shows that those suffering from PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, insomnia, and any level

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February 2024 Family Friendly Events in Mississippi

CFM has hand-crafted an extensive list of family-friendly Black History Month, Valentine’s Day, Mardi Gras, and other child-friendly events across Mississippi in February 2024!* Click below to view the list, and email info@childrensfoundationms.org if you would like to request an event be added! *The Children’s Foundation of Mississippi is not affiliated with any of these

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Disaster Relief Info

We are heartbroken over the storms that have uprooted so many communities and families in the state of Mississippi. For those looking to assist with disaster relief efforts or need assistance themselves, please see the organizations and resources below: Mississippi Emergency Management Agency Mississippi Commission for Volunteer Service United Way of West Central Mississippi FEMA

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2022 Halloween Events

Check out these family-friendly Halloween events throughout the state! Click on the individual, hyperlinked event names to be directed to their sites for more information (location, cost, etc.) Happy Halloween! Organization/Event Name Location Date/Time Trunk or Treat and Movie at the Park Ridgeland, MS Thursday, October 27, 6-8 pm Halloween Spooktacular Safestop Oxford, MS Friday,

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