"Picayune Butler's Come to Town" from Phil Rice's Method for the Banjo with or without a Master (1858). Performed at the Heyward House, home of the Historic Bluffton Foundation, in Bluffton, South Carolina, as part of "Under the Ancient Oaks" an annual living history program hosted by Southeast Coalition of Authentic Reenactors. Barrow Wheary: banjo Bryan Gordy: tambourine One of the most fascinating and enigmatic characters of the early minstrel banjo scene was a French-speaking African America

Join us for this year's MLK Night of Culture on Monday, January 19, at 6 p.m. featuring performances by vocalist Carmen Washington, spoken word poet Amanda Furdge, and a theatrical performance by Meridian High School titled "A Carefully Calculated Murder," based on the true story of the June 1964 murders of three civil rights workers: James Chaney, Michael Schwerner, and Andrew Goodman. Admission is FREE, sponsored by FedEx. | Museum of Mississippi History

Former President Barack Obama gives eulogy for mother-in-law Marian Robinson at South Side memorial service

Greg Rice, funeral director at Duckett-Robinson in Central, shares why pre-planning is one of the greatest gifts you can give your family. Taking time now to make thoughtful decisions brings peace of mind and lifts a tremendous burden during an already difficult time. We are here to guide you through the process with care and compassion. Call us anytime at 864-531-7719. | Robinson Funeral Home