American Legion Auxiliary to Host “Heart of the Table” Event in Wesson

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 79 in Wesson is inviting the community to take part in its upcoming “Heart of the Table,” a tablescape competition and silent auction designed to bring together creativity, community spirit, and charitable giving.

The two-day event will begin Friday, May 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., as contestants set up their themed tablescapes at the historic Old School building in Wesson.

Activities will continue Saturday, May 2, starting at 8 a.m. with the opening of the silent auction at the park in Wesson. Attendees are encouraged to look for a white tent near the ice cream parlor, Park Place Concessions. Contestants will have from 8 to 8:30 a.m. to check placements and make final adjustments before judging begins at 9 a.m. Judging will run through 11 a.m.

A VIP viewing of the displays will be held from 12 to 1 p.m., followed by public viewing and People’s Choice voting from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission for public viewing is $1.

The silent auction at the park will close at 2 p.m. and will reopen at the historic Old School building at 3 p.m. Closing ceremonies, including the announcement of auction winners and tablescape competition winners, will take place at 5 p.m.

The event is the result of months of planning, with the committee working since December to build what organizers hope will become a lasting community tradition.

So far, organizers reported more than $1,500 in donated items and gifts for the silent auction. However, they are continuing to seek additional support in the form of monetary donations, auction items, services, and participant entries in the tablescape competition.

This event is in conjunction with Wesson’s Annual Founder’s Day celebration.

Community members are encouraged to participate by creating a tablescape as part of a group. Ideal participants include Sunday School classes, civic clubs, local businesses, and groups of friends.

Registration forms can be submitted by mail or dropped off at the Wesson Library.

The event is being organized by committee chairperson Janet Currie, along with committee members Dixie Thornton, Cathy Stroud, Judy Chester-Turner, and Laurie Chassion.

“We need participation from Wesson and the surrounding communities. We are hosting this fundraiser to honor our veterans and military personnel. We hope this event will be the first of many, and everyone will come join in the fun and visit the Old Wesson School for the event,” said Currie, event chair. “We hope this tablescape event will be held every year so the funds will help support our missions.”

For additional details email alaunit79wesson@gmail.com.