Lifeguard Certification Course
May 2, 2025 - May 4, 2025
HAWL will be hosting a lifeguard training course being managed by Brianna Long from May 2nd to May 4th. You must be at least 15 years of age or older to enroll. To register for the class, click here. This course is intended to certify lifeguards. To be considered for a position at Hide-A-Way, applicants must have current lifeguard certification or be scheduled for training. Contact the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484 if you are interested in applying for a position as a lifeguard.
Cinco de Mayo 
Sunday, May 4, 2025 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, with Waters Edge. The special includes: a cup of tortilla soup, Mexican rice, black beans, enchilada bake, a taco, a tamale, and cinnamon tortilla strips with vanilla ice cream for dessert with a drink for $15.99. Reservations are required. Take out orders must be picked up between 11:00 am - 11:30 am with the time specified when ordering. For reservations, call the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484.
Touch-A-Truck
Saturday, May 10, 2025 8:30 am – 11:00 am
Bring the family to the Lodge Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 8:30 am - 11:00 am to meet community helpers and see their vehicles up close! This family friendly event is great for both children and children at heart! Light snacks will be provided. If you are a community helper with a vehicle and would like to participate, contact the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484.
Mother’s Day Lunch 
Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Join Waters Edge on Sunday, May 11, 2025, from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm for Mother’s Day. Enjoy ham, fried chicken, sweet potato casserole, the vegetable of the day, a dinner salad, a cup of soup, a roll, dessert, and drink for $16.99. A kid’s portion will be available for $7.99 featuring ham, fried chicken, sweet potato casserole, the vegetable of the day, a roll, dessert, and drink. Take out orders must be picked up between 11:00 am - 11:30 am with the time specified when ordering. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484.
Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, May 17, 2025 Dusk (May 16th) - 12:00 pm (May 17th)
The Fishing Rodeo will begin at dusk May 16th and end at noon May 17th. Pick up a map of fishing habitat locations at the Lodge, HAWL website, or East Marina Pavilion (when scales are open) to locate fishing spots. Weigh-in will be at the East Marina Pavilion by the Lodge. The scales open at 9:00 am and close promptly at noon. Awards will be presented at 12:30 pm. There will be only one weigh-in per fisherman; all fish must be caught by hook and line. There will be four fish categories (bass, bream/bluegill, crappie, and catfish) and three age groups (10 & under, 11 – 14, and 15 & older). 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place prizes for the largest total weight of fish will be awarded in all age groups in each fish category. (Entry limit for bass, bream/bluegill, and crappie is up to five fish. Unlimited catfish may be entered.) A separate trophy open to all age groups will be presented for Largest Bass. There is no need to register for this FREE Rodeo. For more information, call the Office at 601-798-1484. No skiing or tubing will be allowed on the lake during the fishing rodeo.
Family Movie Night Hosted by the Social Committee 
Friday, May 23, 2025 dusk
Enjoy a family friendly movie on the beach featuring free popcorn. Bring your beach blankets and chairs, coolers, and snacks to kick off the summer season.
Beach Bag Special
Saturday, May 24, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Enjoy royal reds either at the restaurant (inside or on the deck) or to-go so you may enjoy music on the beach. The special includes royal red shrimp, potatoes, corn-on-the cob, butter, cocktail sauce, and crackers for $18.99. Reservations are required (for the beach bag special) and can be made by calling the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484. Reserved to-go orders must be picked up by 6:30 pm. Also available: a Waters Edge burger for $8.99 or cheeseburger for $9.99, both served with chips.
Kona Ice Snowballs 
Saturday, May 24, 2025 7:00 pm
Kona Ice will be at the Lodge lower level selling snowballs.
Band on the Beach 
Saturday, May 24, 2025 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Grab your beach chairs, coolers, and boats for this fun FREE family event! The band will be performing at the outdoor Lodge lower level at no charge for property owners and their guests. All ages are welcome. This is a free family friendly event and as always no glass containers are allowed at the beach or Lodge area. This performance is generously being sponsored The Montalbano Family of City Carpets, Jason Pigott of The Pigott Agency, John Pigott of WRJW, The Traina Family of Morgan Stanley, The Herring Family of Herring Ford, The Stewart Family of Premiere Insurance and Picayune Portable Buildings, The Faucett Family of Medical Supplies, and The Penton Family of Twice the Ice of Carriere and Memorial Blvd.
Flag Raising Ceremony
Monday, May 26, 2025 8:30 am
A flag raising ceremony will be held in the Lodge parking lot to honor those who lost their lives defending our freedom.
Memorial Day Burger and Chili Dog Special 
Monday, May 26, 2025 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Enjoy any delicious Waters Edge burger, anyway you want it, with chips for $9.99 or two chili dogs with chips for $7.99. Available for dine-in or take-out.
Swim Lessons 
Each one-on-one session, taught by a certified lifeguard trained in swim instruction, will take place Tuesday - Friday from 9:00 am - 9:45 am. These weekly lessons will run from June through July. The cost is $150.00 per session and there are only two spots available each week. Children must be potty trained and able to follow basic instructions. Lessons are nonrefundable and may only property owners may register swimmers. Lessons will be charged to the HAWL account. Call the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484 to register.
Community Meet and Greet with the General Manager 
Saturday, June 28, 2025 9:30 am
Saturday, June 28, 2025, join HAWL’s General Manager Bruce Devillier for a Community Meet and Greet at 9:30 am in Waters Edge Restaurant (upstairs of the Lodge). This face-to-face collaboration with property owners will provide the opportunity to ask questions to the General Manager directly. This is a great time to ask any questions to prevent the spread of misinformation and to meet some of your neighbors, as great neighbors make great communities. While new property owners are highly encouraged to attend, everyone in HAWL is welcome.
This meeting will also provide the opportunity to meet the candidates running for the Board of Directors, should there be an election.
If you wish to discuss individual matters such as an issue with a neighbor or a complaint, contact the General Manager directly at the Office to set up an appointment.
Blood Drive
Saturday, June 28, 2025 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
In response to a nationwide critical blood supply shortage, HAWL is sponsoring a blood drive through the Blood Center of Picayune on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm.
The donation bus will at the Lodge parking lot. Call the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484 for more information.
Fireworks Show 
Friday, July 4, 2025 9:00 pm
The 2025 Fireworks Show is scheduled for 9:00 pm FRIDAY, JULY 4, 2025, with a rain date of Saturday, July 5, 2025. (There must be dry conditions at 7:00 pm for show to proceed.) HAWL’s 2025 Fireworks Donation Goal is $6,500.This fireworks show depends solely on donations and is 100% funded by Property Owners. Click here for the donation slip.
