Front: Becky Potts, hostess, and Susan Margaret Barrett, SoFo leader; back, from left, Janis Boersma, Brenda Ware Jones, Sarah Morris, and Cynthia Miller

So Fun! So Fondren! So, join the party!

…..It’s time (TONIGHT! 6-8 p.m.) for SoFo’s annual Spring Fling and everyone who lives or works in Fondren is invited! Bring your significant other or a friend and if your last name starts wth A-M, bring a vegetarian appetizer (no meat or fish). If you last name starts with N - Z, bring wine, beer or a beverage to share. SoFo is a neighborhood group for women who live and work in Fondren. Twice a year, they open their meetings (parties) to all Fondren neighbors, The Spring Fling will be held at the home of Becky and Don Potts, 4083 Robin Drive.

Community Clean Up Day - The Movie (above)

Clean Up Day - Finishing the job!

…..Volunteers made a lot of progress on May 11 for FRF’s Community Clean Up Day. But, more needs to be done!

…..FRF has scheduled a second Community Clean Up Day for Saturday, June 1, 9 a.m. - noon.

…..More volunteers will help us wrap up the job! Please consider joining your neighbors for a fun morning of “keeping Fondren beautiful!” Sign up below and wait for an email with further details.

OFNA hosts Legislative Update

…..Our Fondren Neighborhood Association will host its annual Legislative Update Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church. Get a recap of the 2024 legislative session from Senators David Blount and Hillman Fraizier and Representatives Shanda Yates and Chris Bell.

BID Board meets Wednesday

…..The Fondren Business Improvement District Board of Directors will meet Wednesday, 9 a.m. at Homewood Suites. The meeting is open to interested parties.

Teacher Appreciation at Boyd Elementary

…..Members of FRF’s Boyd Support Committee treated Boyd Elementary teachers and staff to coffee and breakfast snacks during Teacher Appreciation Week. Committee members include James Brown, Sue Hyland, Leah Smith, and Liz Brister.

Welcome Nemer Aganeh, new business owner in Fondren! Nemer, an IT consultant, is opening Minutes in Fondren Village and plans to be ready for customers in early June. Minutes will specialize in phones, wireless plans, accessories and repairs.

Ole Miss Rebel Club at The Station

…..The Central Mississippi Ole Miss Rebel Club celebrated Spring Happy Hour last week in Fondren at The Station.

The Beacon is back open!

…..Fondren’s only art supply store, also featuring vintage items and Mississippi Made products, is now open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Visit Nicole and Jason for “consciously currated quality goods and supplies.” The Beacon is located at the corner of Duling Ave and North State Street (3030 North State Street.)

Liz Brister featured

in Northside Sun

…..Fondren North leader Liz Brister was featured in last week’s Northside Sun for her effrots to keep neighborhoods "places where people live and raise families" instead of places were out-of-state investors try to turn a profit.

…..”My speciality is what a lot of people call unredeemable houses,” she says. “I get houses in bad shape, bring them back to life and sell them to first-time homeowners."

…..Liz and husband Bill have flipped 13 houses in their neighborhood since 2018 after she grew concerned that out-of-state corporations were buying houses and turning them into rentals.

…..The article also focused on squatters who take over abandoned houses and further erode the neighborhood quality of life.

…..The article recounts the times Liz has had to call JPD to remove squatters from houses she had purchased.

Saturday, June 1 - Gavin Bird

.....As a popular muralist in Jackson, much of Gavin Bird's work can be considered "street art." His latest work can be seen on North State Street on the wall of Roots Remedy (4300 North State Street.)

.....You'll be able to see Gavin's work on June 1, 9 a.m. - noon, at the park on Old Canton Road between Quiznos and Fondren FroYo. And, he'll have normal-sized work that you can purchase.

Be part of the 2024 Tour!

.....The 3rd Annual Fondren Bottle Tree and Garden Tour is scheduled for October 5 & 6, and we are recruiting Fondren residents who enjoy sharing their gardening experiences. If you are interested in receiving more information, let us know!

Yes, I'm interested in participating!

Thanks to these Fondren Supporters!

…..Thank to the following people who are supporting Fondren by making a tax deductible contribution.

Dr. Mike and Lanita Campbell (Annual Fund)

Anna Fiser (Fondren Forward)

Sally and Lloyd Gray (Fondren Forward)

Brian Shufelt (Fondren Forward)