48 volunteers, 103 bags of trash, a cleaner Fondren
Don't be a victim of auto burglary
.....Fondren Security Chief Cory Whitlock confirms an increase in auto burglaries in the Jackson area, including in Fondren. While JPD is stepping up its efforts to prevent auto-related crimes, Chief Whitlock notes that the general public can assist. He offers these common sense reminders to make sure you are not the victim of an auto burglary.
Keep your vehicle locked at all times
When parked, never leave your keys or key fob in the car
Never leave your car running and unattended
Avoid leaving valuables inside your car whether visible or concealed (especially guns or cash)
Do not leave your vehicle title in the car; keep it with your drivers licenses
Install an anti-theft system if your vehicle doesn’t have one.
At night, park in well-lite areas
Be aware of your surroundings in parking lots and at gas stations
Take a photo of your license plate and VIN so the information is easily retrieved
If confronted by a carjacker, do not resist
If your car is Stolen …
Report it to the police immediately by calling 911
In the Fondren Business District, call Fondren Security at 601-942-7314
Be prepared to give the following information: make model and color of the vehicle, license number, VIN, location and time of disappearance
Notify your insurance company
Get "the shot" at Fondren Live
.....The Mississippi State Department of Health and First Choice Family will be offering COVID vaccinations and boosters in the parking lot of the Fondren Post Office on May 5, during Fondren Live. For more information call Chigozie Udemgba at 769-798-1567.
Mother's Day is around the corner
Interiors Market helps you get ready
.....Interiors Market will help you get ready for Mother's Day with a weekend of special activities on April 29th and 30th
.....On both days from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Joe Rankin of Rankin Interiors will present "Arranging Flowers for Mom." Designer created fresh flower arrangements will also be available for cash and carry.
.....On Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Paula and Ed Ghanami of Fleur De Lis Specialities will host a gourmet food demo and tasting.
.....Interiors Market will also be offering special gift wrapping offers, 25% off a selection of antique accessories and art, and 10-25% off on a selected jewelry items for mom.
Brown's Fine Art announces new show
....."Works of Whimsy" featuring the work of Michelle Allee and Anna Sistrunk opens May 2 at Brown's Fine Art and Framing. The opening reception will be Thursday, May 5, 5 - 8 p.m. during Fondren Live. Music by Scott Albert Johnson and Friends.
Collage Studio hosts Open House
.....Collage Studio will host an Open House on May 5, 5 - 7 p.m. in their new space behind Dumbo's! New art, a tour of the studio and Cinco de Mayo food and drink are part of the offerings.
JSL Luncheon Event at The Capri
.....Join the Jackson Symphony League on Thursday, May 5 at The Capri for the JSL Spring Luncheon with special guests Robert St. John and Anthony Thaxton.
..... Discover the Meaning, the Music, and the Magic of Mississippi's Walter Anderson with a book-signing of the best-selling book and screening of the acclaimed documentary, along with other surprise guests! Favors and raffle items on site!
10:30-12:00 - Cocktails & Book Signing
12:00-1:00 - Luncheon & Program
1:00-2:00 - Private Screening of Documentary Film followed by Q&A
Boys & Girls Club Fundraiser set for Fondren's Duling Hall on May 14th
.....The Phoenix Club of Jackson will once again blend the Kentucky Derby and Cinco de Mayo at the 14th Annual Seersucker & Sombreros benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Mississippi. Seersucker & Sombreros will take place on Saturday, May 7th at Duling Hall from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
.....This all-inclusive event will feature live music from Soundcheck, a showing of the 148th running of the Kentucky Derby, a robust silent auction and live auction, and complimentary food and beverages from Jackson's finest.
.....Tickets can be purchased by visiting the Facebook page @phoenixclubofjackson. Early Bird Tickets are $50, tickets purchased the week of the event will be $60, and tickets purchased the day of the event and at the door will be $65. To avoid the online fees, customers can also purchase tickets from the Ardenland Office in person at 622 Duling Ave, Suite 212 Jackson, MS 39216, or by phone (601-292-7121).
.....Questions? Contact our Co-Events Directors Nash Gilmore (Nash.Gilmore@phelps.com) or Kyle Jones (joneskyle256@yahoo.com).
.....Interested in Sponsoring? Contact our Sponsorship Director Gregory Alston (gjalston1022@gmail.com).
Juleps, Bluegrass and Ballet
.....Join the Friends of the USA IBC for their annual fundraiser at Fondren Guitars on May 7, 4:30 - 7 p.m.
.....The Kentucky Derby and Bluegrass Concert will feature Southern Derby Day Fare, traditional mint juleps, a Winner's Circle of Prizes and a Hat Contest.
.....The Friends are benefactors of the USA IBC City dance program that provides free weekly ballet lessons to children attending Jackson Public Schools.
.....Purchase tickets at www.usaibc.com/friends
Neighbor-hood Watch Signs
Become a partner with JPD in solving neighborhood crimes!
Virtual Neighborhood Watch signs are now available to deter people from entering your property to commit a crime. For a donation of $10, FRF will deliver a yard sign to your property. You can relocate the sign, once it is received.
.....Whether you have a sign or not, you can upload video and photos from your home security camera directly to JPD's Precinct 4 with this link:Send video to JPD.
.....The sign is just a deterrent to those who may be trespassing, informing them that their images may be sent to Precinct 4 and used as evidence.
