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HAWL Newsletter 10/14/2026-10/20/2026
HAWL Newsletter 10/14/2026-10/20/2026
Oct 14, 2026
HAWL Newsletter 10/14/2026 – 10/20/2026
HAWL its time for the annual Fishing Rodeo this Friday and Saturday 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.
Reservations are still available for Murder Mystery Dinner Show this Saturday!
UPDATED THEME: They Were Dying to Dance; A 1970’s Prom Murder Mystery Dinner Show
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.
Stay up-to-date on HAWL’s upcoming events for the month of October. Please see below for more details and reservation information.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
HAWL Open Board Meeting 6:30 pm
The open board of directors meeting will be held at the lower level of the Lodge
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Waters Edge Open – 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Burger Thursday – Featuring the Hog Burger: topped with pulled pork, pepper jack and bacon served with fries $11.99. Also, your choice of burger or patty melt for $3.00 off the menu price.
Friday, October 16, 2026
Waters Edge Open – 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sesame Chicken Wrap – Sesame ginger glaze chicken in a spinach wrap with lettuce, tomato, onion, and chipotle mayo. $9.99
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
Speckled Trout – Speckled trout topped with roasted garlic and crabmeat cream served over purple rice with fresh vegetables. $16.99
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Murder Mystery Dinner Show: They Were Dying to Dance; A 1970’s Prom Murder Mystery Dinner Show Doors open at 6:15 pm; Show at 7:00 pm
Reservations are required as space is limited and can be made by calling the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484.
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Waters Edge Open – 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Chicken and Waffles – Chicken and waffles served with roasted sweet potato hash browns. $10.99
Monday, October 19, 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.
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 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.
Veterans Lunch
Sunday, November 8, 2026 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
In honor of Veterans Day, Waters Edge will host a Veterans Appreciation Lunch on Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. To show appreciation, veterans will
receive a free entree. Reservations are requested and can be made by calling the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484.
Flag Raising Ceremony
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 8:30 am
In honor of Veterans Day, a flag raising ceremony will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 8:30 am at the Lodge.
Snow Crab Night
Saturday, November 14, 2026 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join Waters Edge Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm and enjoy three clusters of snow crab legs with corn and potatoes for $28.99. Reservations are requested and can be made by calling the HAWL Office.
BBQ Dinner Night
Saturday, November 21, 2026 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturday, November 21, 2026, Waters Edge will feature a specialized menu of BBQ dishes from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Reservations are requested and can be made by calling the HAWL Office.
Thanksgiving Buffet
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Thanksgiving is fast approaching! Join Waters Edge for a Thanksgiving Buffet (served by staff) on Thursday, November 26, 2026, with two seatings: 1st Seating: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm and 2nd Seating: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Enjoy candied yams, green beans, potato casserole, chicken tenders, catfish, honey carrots, turkey, salad, and desserts. The cost of the buffet is $22.99 for Adults, $10.99 for Children 5-12, and free for Children 4 & Under.
To-go plates are available for $16.99 each and feature the following: green beans, candied yams,
potato casserole, turkey, and dessert. To-go plates may be picked up either between 10:45 am - 11:00 am or 12:45 pm - 1 pm.
Reservations are required for both dine-in and to-go and can be made by calling the HAWL Office at 601-798-1484.
Oyster Night
November 28, 2026 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
On Saturday, November 28, 2026, enjoy local charbroiled oysters grilled on the deck with bread and lemons. $24.99 for a dozen or $12.99 for a half dozen. While the special is available from
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Waters Edge will feature the full menu until 8:00 pm. For ordering purposes, reservations are required for oysters no later than November 23, 2026, by calling the HAWL Office.
Hide-A-Way Lake Club, Inc. * 601-798-1484 * Fax 601-798-0604
P.O. Box 1011 * Picayune, MS 39466
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