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Sip & Sway Annual Fundraiser

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Wildflowers, Wild Horses, and Whiskey Nights

Live music by the Livestock Band

 Our inaugural Sip & Sway fundraiser for Illuminations Center for Dyslexia promises fun for all with a lively dance floor, sports lounge, silent auction, and a ole time casino-saloon. BBQ Food Trucks and cash bar. Grab your friends, dust off your cowboy boots, and join the herd to raise some money for Dyslexia Scholarships.  


General Admission $50

Includes: Live entertainment, silent auction, sports lounge,  One FREE drink, & 10 casino tickets

 

VIP Ticket $100

Includes: live entertainment, silent auction, sports lounge, Three FREE drinks, One Food Voucher, 20 Casino tickets

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Join Our Mission

With every dollar raised at all of our fundraisers, you will be helping children who can't afford dyslexia therapy get the support they deserve. Join us on this critical mission....#tilallcanread


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🌟Annual Dyslexia Isn't So Scary Scarecrow Competition

 🎃The Dyslexia Isn't So Scary Scarecrow Competition is here to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children in need of dyslexia therapy. With every dollar raised, we're helping children who can't afford dyslexia therapy get the support they deserve. 


 🧡 Your Contribution Matters:  Another week of vital therapy for a child in need is paid with every scarecrow sold. 

 

📚 Why It Matters: Dyslexia is a learning disability that affects around 20% of the population. Unfortunately, it often goes unidentified and untreated in public school systems. By supporting dyslexia therapy, you're bridging this gap and empowering children to reach their full potential. Federal research reveals that dyslexia's impact extends far beyond the classroom, affecting adult life, self-esteem, and employment prospects.



🎈 Let's Make a Change: Step up, get creative, and be a part of the Dyslexia Isn't So Scary Scarecrow Competition. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children who deserve a chance to shine. Support literacy, support the arts, and let's think, imagine, and create a brighter future for everyone!


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"Your Story" 2024

 D is for Dolly and Dyslexia reminds our friends at Clarkdale Elementary. 

    Winners of the 2024 Contest

    First Place: Clarkdale Elementary

    Third Place: Aldersgate Retirement Community

    Second Place: Southeast Middle School

    Clarkdale Elementary Teachers built this amazing Dolly Scarecrow. Thank you, Angie Pope, Jana Fleming, Stefanie Read, Heather Whitaker for reminding us that D is for Dolly and Dyslexia!

    Second Place: Southeast Middle School

    Third Place: Aldersgate Retirement Community

    Second Place: Southeast Middle School

    The Southeast Middle School Teachers built this amazing Mother Nature Scarecrow. "Great Minds Grow Here!"

    Third Place: Aldersgate Retirement Community

    Third Place: Aldersgate Retirement Community

    Third Place: Aldersgate Retirement Community

    Aldersgate Retirement Community, a mission of the Methodist Senior Services, brought us Woody, and remind us that we all need our friends!

    Sponsors

    Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors

    We could not pull off an event like this without you! 

    Support these businesses!  

    Aldersgate- Methodist Senior Services

    BankPlus

    Brooks Court Reporting

    C.A.R.E.S. School

    Care Lodge

    Cater's Market at the Museum

    Center for Pregnancy Choices

    Chatham Enterprises

    Clarkdale Elementary School

    Collinsville Dental

    Creative Pain

    David and Tracy Neal

    DC Guitar

    Dr McCarty Children's Dentistry

    Excel Gymnastics Academy

    Grand Slam Baseball

    Great Southern Bank

    Home 2 Suites

    Home Instead

    Honeysuckles- A Floral Boutique

    Hope Village

    I Just Have to Have It

    Marvin Speed, Attorney

    Meridian Community College

    Meridian Mutual

    Meridian Tattoo

    Meridian Underground Music

    Mitchell Distributing

    MS Children's Museum-Meridian

    MS Industrial Heritage Museum - Soule

    MS Land and Lakes

    MSU Bulldog Shop

    Multicounty Community Service Agency

    NEHS ROTC  

    Newk's

    Over the Moon Boutique

    Percy Bland State Farm

    Pine Lake Fellowship Camp

    Queen City Cigar

    Robin's Nest

    Sam's Fashion

    Scotty Ray Report

    Snow Sweeties

    Southeast Elementary School

    Southeast Middle School

    Southern Herb Company

    Spacey's Rock and Roll Tattoo

    The MAEX

    Threefoot Blooms

    Threefoot Brewing

    Waggoner Engineering

    Weidmann's Restaurant

    Wells Fargo Investments


    Winners of the 2023 Contest

    First Place: Brickhaus Brewtique

    Second Place: Spacey's Rock N Roll Tattoo

    Second Place: Spacey's Rock N Roll Tattoo

    Mississippi's Craft Beer Headquarters, with statewide micro brewery selections, ranging from the strongest Double IPA to the lightest, crisp and refreshing craft beer specialties. Regional and national breweries also abound on our tap wall, where you will find dozens of regular and seasonal varieties guaranteed to please any palate!

    Their 

    Mississippi's Craft Beer Headquarters, with statewide micro brewery selections, ranging from the strongest Double IPA to the lightest, crisp and refreshing craft beer specialties. Regional and national breweries also abound on our tap wall, where you will find dozens of regular and seasonal varieties guaranteed to please any palate!

    Their scarecrow, KimBREWly, won the hearts off patrons, neighbors, and pub crawlers!

    Second Place: Spacey's Rock N Roll Tattoo

    Second Place: Spacey's Rock N Roll Tattoo

    Second Place: Spacey's Rock N Roll Tattoo

     Celebrating 30 years of SpACEy's passion for ink, art, and a rock 'n' roll spirit that sets  them apart. They snagged second place with their legendary rockstar scarecrow. It's a testament to their boundless creativity and dedication to standing out from the crowd.  Spacey has earned his place as a tattoo destination, renowned for unpara

     Celebrating 30 years of SpACEy's passion for ink, art, and a rock 'n' roll spirit that sets  them apart. They snagged second place with their legendary rockstar scarecrow. It's a testament to their boundless creativity and dedication to standing out from the crowd.  Spacey has earned his place as a tattoo destination, renowned for unparalleled artistry and commitment to quality. The talented team of artists continuously pushes the boundaries of creativity, ensuring each piece of body art tells a unique story. 

    Third Place: Bank Plus

    Second Place: Spacey's Rock N Roll Tattoo

    Third Place: Bank Plus

    BankPlus, a name that signifies more than just a financial institution, embodies a dedicated promise. Their slogan not only reflects the institution's historical roots but also its vision for the future—a vision that is taken seriously and personally.

    For over a century, BankPlus has operated as a privately held community bank, and today i

    BankPlus, a name that signifies more than just a financial institution, embodies a dedicated promise. Their slogan not only reflects the institution's historical roots but also its vision for the future—a vision that is taken seriously and personally.

    For over a century, BankPlus has operated as a privately held community bank, and today it proudly stands as a full-service regional bank. This institution's employees consistently go above and beyond to provide customers with additional benefits—greater accessibility, advanced technology, and a comprehensive range of products and services that distinguish them in the industry.

    BankPlus's journey of growth and prosperity is a result of their steadfast commitment to serving communities. 

    Winners of the 2022 Contest

    First Place: Vino and Van Gogh

    Second Place: Pine Lake Fellowship Camp

    Second Place: Pine Lake Fellowship Camp

    The Meridian Museum of Art group, Vino and Van Gogh, put together this unique "bucketful of scarecrows."  Each represents a famous artist.  The crowd loved the creativity and use of materials. 

     The Meridian Museum of Art (MMA) is housed in the historic Old Carnegie Library building, which was constructed in 1912-13, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and as a Mississippi Landmark. The Museum seeks to promote and support the art, artists, and art programs of our area and region through art education, exhibitions, collections, collaborations with other organizations, special events, and community involvement. 

    It is free and open to the public.

    Second Place: Pine Lake Fellowship Camp

    Second Place: Pine Lake Fellowship Camp

    Second Place: Pine Lake Fellowship Camp

    One of the sponsored scarecrows came in second place.  Till Newell Animal Hospital sponsored our fellow non-profit, PLFC and their creation, "Rugged Camper" won over the crowd. 

    The mission of Pine Lake Fellowship Camp is to provide an environment that draws people of all ages and of diverse backgrounds into renewal of spirit, soul, and body and into reconciliation with God, creation, and each other.

    Third Place: Weidmann's Restaurant

    Second Place: Pine Lake Fellowship Camp

    Third Place: Weidmann's Restaurant

    It was neck and neck for quite a while, and this creepy fellow was leading the way at several points in the competition. Weidmann’s was serving up the scares with their scarecrow.

    The oldest restaurant in Mississippi, Weidmann's was established in 1870 by Felix Weidmann, a Swiss immigrant who was a chef on a transatlantic steam ship. The  present location has been in operation since 1923.


    2021 Winner

    Till Newell Animal Hospital

    The Till Newell team created a  charming Snoopy-inspired scarecrow that stole hearts and earned the coveted title!

    Till Newell has a history spanning over 60 years, Till-Newell Animal Hospital has been an invaluable part of the Meridian, MS community. Their unwavering dedication to pet care has made them the go-to destination for all things pet-related. Together, they boast over eighty years of combined experience, ensuring your furry family members receive the best care possible. Beyond medical expertise, Till-Newell Animal Hospital is committed to educating pet owners on maintaining year-round pet health through proper nutrition and exercise. They continuously stay at the forefront of veterinarian technology while never losing sight of the most important element – treating every animal with the loving care they deserve, be it during a routine check-up, a procedure, or surgery.

    When it comes to the well-being of your beloved pets, Till-Newell Animal Hospital is the trusted partner you can rely on. 

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