Resilient East Biloxi: Annual Community Festival
2024-09-28 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | East Biloxi, 255 Main Street, Biloxi, MS, 39530, United States
Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 10 AM to 3 PM on Main St between Division St and Murray St in Biloxi, MS
Resilient East Biloxi (REB) is pleased to announce its second annual Community Festival which is set for September 28th, 2024!
Join us in celebrating the historic and cultural importance of East Biloxi while connecting with local community organizations and learning about ongoing community redevelopment projects. With this annual community festival, we seek to build upon the principles of the Resilient East Biloxi program and provide a safe, supportive, and encouraging space for the community to express themselves and celebrate the steps we are taking toward a resilient future. This year our theme is “A Journey Through Time” focusing on the history of music, culture, and art, while cultivating visions for East Biloxi’s resilient future. This event will feature activities for all ages including:

Live entertainment
Local food and art vendors
Community organizations & resources
Horseback riding
And more!

Planning to join the fun? Let us know on our Facebook event page!
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate with us! For more information on how to be a part of this event, visit our website at:
https://placeslr.org/our-work/activeprojects/resilient-east-biloxi/community-festival/
Event by Steps Coalition and Program for Local Adaptation to Climate Effects

MSSC & EEECHO Event: Guest Speaker Derrick Christopher Evans
2024-10-24 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | The Almanett, 1514 18th Ave, Gulfport, MS, 39501, United States
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The Mississippi Sound Coalition (MSSC) and the Education, Economics, Environmental, Climate & Health Organization (EEECHO) invite you to an informative presentation at The Almanett in Gulfport on Thursday, October 24 at 5:30 PM featuring guest speaker Derrick Christopher Evans, Director of Turkey Creek Community Initiatives.
WHO: MSSC & EEECHO – featuring guest speaker Derrick Christopher Evans, Director of Turkey Creek Community Initiatives
WHAT: Supper & Information presented by Mississippi Sound Coalition
WHERE: The Almanett – 1514 18th Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501
WHEN: Thursday, October 24, 2024 @ 5:30 PM – Supper 6 PM, program to follow.
WHY: Together, we can SAVE OUR SOUND!
RSVP: Email info@eeecho.org or text/call 228-617-0891 by Oct. 20, 2024.

Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality's Restoration Summit
2024-11-07 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | MGCC Hospitality Resort Management Center, 420 Debuys Rd, Biloxi, 39531, United States
Join us to learn how you can get involved with restoration projects.The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality is responsible for protecting the state’s air, land, and water. Their mission is to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of present and future generations of Mississippians by conserving and improving our environment and fostering wise economic growth through focused research and responsible regulation.

Harrison County Rebublican Club Meeting
2025-01-15 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Great Southern Club, 2510 14th Street, Gulfport, MS, 39501, United States
Gerald Blessey, Coalition General Manager and Co Counsel was the Guest Speaker and gave a presentation regarding the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ongoing Lower Mississippi Comprehensive Management Study and impacts of the Bonnet Carré Spillway on the Mississippi Sound.

2025-02-06 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Diamoandhead Country Club, 7600 Country Club, Diamondhead, MS, 39525, United States
Gerald Blessey, Coalition General Manager and Co Counsel was the Guest Speaker for a presentation regarding the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ongoing Lower Mississippi Comprehensive Management Study and impacts of the Bonnet Carré Spillway on the Mississippi Sound.

Save Our Sound Public Update Meeting
2025-10-01 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Mississippi Sound Coalition, led by its Chairman, Marlin Ladner, held a Public Update Meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 1 at the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in Gulfport, Mississippi. An audience of more than 70 people heard 11 different speakers speak briefly on: a new proposed Congressional Act, restarting the Lower Mississippi River Comprehensive Management Study, legal and legislative efforts, economic impacts, scientific studies and a planned Congressional field hearing on the Coast, all centered around the Bonnet Carré Spillway’s devastating effects on the Mississippi Sound.
