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HAWL Newsletter 9/22/26 - 9/29/26
HAWL Newsletter 9/22/26 - 9/29/26
Sep 22, 2026
HAWL Newsletter 9/22/2026 – 9/29/2026
Owners of our great community, unfortunately false and misinformation can be easily spread in today’s world. Please if you have any questions you are welcome to call the HAWL office and speak with our General Manager Bruce Devillier 601-798-1484.
Please join us for Community, Coffee, and Cake with the Board of Directors and General Manager this September 26, 2026 at 10:00 am in the Waters Edge Restaurant. This will provide another avenue for property owners to talk to the Board and the General Manager and to ask any questions directly to those who work hard to run our community. Please come to discuss HAWL business with the direct sources to prevent misinformation while building a sense of community and fellowship with other property owners.
HAWL is ready with fun events for everyone and delicious specials from Waters Edge Restaurant. Please see below for more details and reservation information.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Waters Edge Open – 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Burger Thursday – Featuring the Firecracker Burger: topped with fried jalapenos, fried onions, and Pepper Jack Cheese fully dressed with your choice of side $10.99. Also, your choice of burger or patty melt for $3.00 off the menu price.
Friday, September 25, 2026
Waters Edge Open – 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Red Beans and Rice with Smoked Sausage – Creamy red beans served with smoked pork sausage served over rice. $8.99
WOW! Finally Friday – 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Happy Hour at Waters Edge will take place Friday night. Everyone and their guests are welcome to kick off the weekend, whether you’ve lived in HAWL for several years or are new to the community. Come enjoy wonderful food and company as you meet your neighbors.
Waters Edge Open – 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Crawfish Etouffee – Crawfish etouffee topped with fried popcorn shrimp. $13.99
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Community, Coffee, and Cake with the Board of Directors and General Manager
10:00 am
Waters Edge Dinner
Waters Edge Closed for a Private Event. For more information, call the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484 or view the Event Brochure online at hawlms.com
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Waters Edge Open – 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fried Oyster Plate – A dozen fried oysters served with fries, hushpuppies, and coleslaw. $20.99
Monday, September 28, 2026
Garbage Collection – Trash cart out by road by 5:00 am
*Limited quantity of specials available – reserving your daily special is recommended. Full menu available, excluding special events.
Eighth Annual White Linen Night
Saturday October 3, 2026 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Hide-A-Way Lake Pool and Lodge A casual evening of tastings and fun for scholarships. The Scholarship Foundation for Hide-A-Way Lake Students is proud to present the seventh annual White Linen Night, “Counting Stars” at the Hide-A-Way Lake Lodge and Pool on October 3, 2026, from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. (We appreciate your enthusiasm for the event, but doors
won’t open until 6:30 pm.) The number of tickets to the event is limited this year. Ticket costs are $50 per person in advance or $60 per person at the door, if available.
Donation tickets can be obtained from any Scholarship Foundation member:
Ed Ennis 601-347-2473, Beth Ennis 601-347-6666, Tom Gibilterra 504-352-1370, Sue Gibilterra 504-610-5368, Terri Tomlin 504-909-3705, Kathy Busco 601-347-9692, Allyson Penton 601-622-2423
Participating Restaurants:
HAWL: Waters Edge Restaurant, El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant, Italian Grill & Pizzeria, Dr. G’s Specialty Foods, LLC, Fatty’s Seafood Restaurant, Southern Char Steakhouse, US Foods
Brunch, Bingo, & Boutique
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the Social Committee is hosting the BBB from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Vendors will be showcasing their goods and services. Guests will enjoy a scrumptious lunch with dessert while playing ten games of bingo for $15.00 per person. Shopping begins at 10:00 am followed by bingo starting at 11:00 am. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the HAWL Office.
Bruch, Bingo, & Boutique Vendors
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
If you are interested in being a vendor, call the Office at 601-798-1484 to reserve your space.
*Spaces are $10.
*Set up begins at 9:00 am.
*Shopping begins at 10:00 am.
Fishing Rodeo
October 17, 2026 (dusk October 16, 2026 – noon October 17, 2026); Awards: October 17, 2026 noon
The Fishing Rodeo will begin at dusk October 16th and end at noon October 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 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). Note changes in age groups: 10 and under, 11 - 18, and 19 and 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.
Murder Mystery Dinner Show
UPDATED THEME: They Were Dying to Dance; A 1970’s Prom Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Saturday, October 17, 2026 Doors: 6:15 pm; Show: 7:00 pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026, Alexis Theatre Productions presents a Murder Mystery Dinner Show at Waters Edge. Doors open at 6:15 pm; Show at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $45.00 person and includes a three course meal, costume contest, commemorative photo, and prizes for winning sleuths. Enjoy loaded potato skins, bourbon chicken with white rice, grilled broccoli medley, and lava cake while solving this 1970’s prom themed who done it! Reservations are required as space is limited and can be made by calling the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484.
Fall Festival
RESCHEDULED
Saturday, October 24, 2026 9:00 am – 11:30 am
Enjoy games, trunk-or-treat, and Touch a Truck with classic cars and utility vehicles from 9:00 am - 11:30 am for elementary school age children in the Lodge parking lot. Costumes are highly encouraged. If you would like to participate in this event by setting up/hosting games, handing out candy from your vehicle/golf cart, or letting kids see your work vehicle or classic car up close, contact the HAWL Office. Participants are responsible for providing their own games, individually wrapped candy or treats, tables, decorations, etc. Set up begins at 8:00 am.
If you wish to donate candy for this event, bring it to the HAWL Office before October 16, 2026.
Family Movie Night
Family Dinner Night
Saturday, October 24, 2026 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturday, October 24, 2026, Waters Edge will host Family Dinner Night from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. With the purchase of an adult entrée, kids 13 years and younger eat free from the Kids Menu. Along with the full menu, family friendly specials will be offered. In addition to dinner, movies will be on in the Lakeview Room as well as coloring sheets and table games for families to enjoy. Reservations are requested and can be made by calling the HAWL Office.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 6:30 pm
RESCHEDULED
Gather the family to watch Hocus Pocus at 6:30 pm on the beach. Bring your beach blankets and chairs, coolers, and snacks. Free popcorn will be provided.
Great Fall Rummage Sale
Saturday, October 31, 2026 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Lodge Parking Lot
Contact the HAWL Office to reserve a space.
*Rain date is November 7, 2026. The decision to postpone/cancel will be made at 3:00 pm the day before the Rummage Sale.
*Cost of each space (2 parking spots) is $20. (Total rented space measures 18’ x 18’).
*Limit of two Rummage Sale spaces (four parking spots) per property owner.
*Non-typical rummage sale items must be approved by the General Manager before renting a space.
*Participants are required to supply their own tables and may use trailers as tables if the trailer fits in the assigned space(s).
*Setup is the day of the Rummage Sale; no earlier than 6:30 am and must be completed by 7:30 am and all vehicles must be removed from the area.
*Participants are required to remove all of their unsold items, boxes, and debris after the event.
*After the event, HOPE Thrift by the PRCSPCA will collect donations of unsold items (excluding clothing) for their store.
Breakfast Buffet
Saturday, October 31, 2026 8:00 am – 10:30 am
On October 31, 2026, join Waters Edge for a breakfast buffet (served by staff) including an omelet station from 8:00 am - 10:30 am. The cost is $14.99 for adults, $7.99 for children 5 - 12, and free for children 4 and under.
Hide-A-Way Lake Club, Inc. * 601-798-1484 * Fax 601-798-0604
P.O. Box 1011 * Picayune, MS 39466
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