The Magnolia Book Awards are given annually to the book voted by the children and teens of Mississippi as their favorite in four age categories. The purpose of the Magnolia Book Awards is to introduce Mississippi children and teens to current literature and to instill a love of reading. Mississippi children in grades Pre-Kindergarten-12th grade are eligible to participate in the voting and nominating. Voting is held annually in February, with winners announced each April at the Fay B. Kaigler…

Start your week with fun! MCM will be open for special holiday Mondays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm for extra hours of inspiration! Magic Mondays also include a special Food Lab program at 3:30 pm. General admission applies, or use your museum membership for each visit! For more information: 601-981-5469, sbranson@mcm.ms, mschildrensmuseum.org.

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we will have a party celebrating the history of Ireland and its culture. There will be a brief game show quiz regarding the impacts of Irish culture on America (or debunking stereotypes). For more information: 601-825-2672, brchildm@cmrls.lib.ms.us, cmrls.lib.ms.us.