Upcoming Events

Join Us for the FORGE Leadership Lunch & Learn!

You’re invited to our upcoming FORGE Leadership Lunch & Learn on September 11, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Burns Built Academy, 24 Burns Drive, Columbus, MS.

This session’s topic, Navigating Medical Marijuana with Confidence, will feature insights from HR Expert Joe Beall and Attorney Scott Singley. They will cover essential legal and safety considerations for managing medical marijuana in the workplace.

Spots are limited, so be sure to register soon to secure your place. The registration deadline is August 30th, but spaces may fill up before then!

Thanks to the generous support of HORNE Construction Services, we are able to offer this informative session along with a complimentary lunch.


Join Us for Little Hands Big Trucks!

Bring the whole family to Little Hands Big Trucks for a day of fun and exploration! Kids will love getting up close to big equipment, meeting the FORGE Fox at our photo booth, and enjoying all the exciting activities we have planned. Plus, we’ll be giving out hard hats, stickers, coloring pages, and popcorn—plus so much more! Don’t miss this unforgettable day of family-friendly fun!


Join us for the 2024 FORGE Your Path Career Expo, where 8th graders will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of career fields within the skilled trades industry. This hands-on event is designed to inspire and inform students about potential career paths, providing them with valuable insights and experiences that will help shape their futures.

Schools can now register their 8th graders for this exciting event. Don’t miss out on this chance to empower the next generation of skilled professionals! Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early!