The creative talents of Dyersburg State Community College writers, artists, poets and photographers are being published in the 2012 edition of Dyer Statements: A DSCC Literary Journal.

To celebrate the publication of Dyer Statements, the college is hosting a Creative Arts Collection Event: A Showcase of DSCC’s Creativity at the Dyersburg campus on March 13. in the Learning Resource Center, and in the Academic Building Auditorium at the DSCC Jimmy Naifeh Center at Tipton County on Thursday, March 15. Both events take place from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Those attending will be able to meet the students, faculty and staff members who contributed to the publication. Artwork from the publication will be on digital display, and authors will read their submissions. In addition, there will be a special presentation on the work of author Stephen King.

Vincent Tharpe and Kenosis is one of the most talked about young gospel ensembles in Christian music.

The dynamic group will bring their energetic ministry of music to DSCC's annual Gospel Extravaganza on Sunday, February 26.

Several exciting groups and choirs will join in the celebration which will be held at the Tipton County DSCC Jimmy Naifeh Center Academic Building in the auditorium. Michael Davis, Hallelujah 95.7 Radio Morning host will be the Master of Ceremonies. The program will start at 2:30 p.m. and admission is free.

Vincent Tharpe is a prolific and inspirational singer, songwriter, choir director and musician who has appeared on BET's Bobby Jones Gospel, The Word Network and performed on major platforms during the week of the 2012 Stellar Awards.

A cast of Memphis women will perform Eve Ensler's award-winning The Vagina Monologues at Circuit Playhouse on February 9-11th to benefit Planned Parenthood Greater Memphis Region. All performances begin at 7:30 p.m., but doors open at 6:00 p.m. to give audience members time to mix and mingle with the hosts and Planned Parenthood staff.

This year's performances feature new monologues and nine brand new cast members! It's The Vagina Monologues as you've never seen it--funny, shocking, irreverent, touching, heartbreaking, real and raw.

Tickets are $15 for general admission and $12 for students (you will need to present student ID with your ticket on the night of the show). Tickets can be purchased on line here. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Groups are welcome!