An “Open House” for the public from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Title: I know …; what do you know? Activity: Current pictures of houses, buildings, vacant lots, etc. from around Sharkey and Issaquena counties will be on display. We know something about each picture, but most importantly, what do you know? We will collect any information the public can provide about each location. If you have any copies of pictures from the past regarding those locations, we’d love for you to share. Local items of … [Read more...] about Sharkey Heritage & Cultural Project Presentations
Black Bear Update with Richard Rummel
Take a break to cool off in the Fine Arts Room of the Sharkey Issaquena Library and find out what’s going on with our Mississippi black bears. MDWFP black bear project leader, Richard Rummel will tell us all about where the bears are and how they are doing in the Mississippi Delta. … [Read more...] about Black Bear Update with Richard Rummel
Train Rides
Take a ride on the barrel train and get a view of the festival. Train rides cost $1. … [Read more...] about Train Rides
Arts & Crafts Vendors
Not only are there lots of activities at the GDBA, there are lots of things to eat and buy! Vendors open for business at 9 a.m. Arts, Crafts, and Lots of Food! If you're hungry, the GDBA is the place to come. You'll find funnel cakes to chuckburgers, chili cheese dogs, polish sausage, juices, shaved ice, home made pies, and so much more! We have arts and crafts vendors ready to sell! From handmade crafts, paintings and photographs, handmade jewelry, handmade soap and herbal products, … [Read more...] about Arts & Crafts Vendors
Chainsaw Carving by Artistry in Wood
Each year the city of Rolling Fork is left with a different 12 foot wooden bear carved by a chainsaw artist during the Great Delta Bear Affair. It’s great fun to watch a bear being formed from a cypress tree stump by renowned Mississippi chainsaw woodcarver, Dayton Scoggins. … [Read more...] about Chainsaw Carving by Artistry in Wood
Children’s Activities
In addition to the snake demonstration, there are fun games to keep children busy. This year’s games include the space jump, giant slide and water balls. The trackless train around the courthouse will return as well. Tickets must be purchased for the games. … [Read more...] about Children’s Activities
