CALENDAR OF EVENTS
DECEMBER 2009Mountain Top Flea Market [Attalla] [Jan 1-Dec 31, 2009]
Jan-Dec, Attalla Mountain Top Flea Market 800-535-2286. www.mountaintopfleamarket.com. 6 mi. w. of Attalla--Flea Market to buy, sell or trade all types of merchandise, 1000 booths. Open 5 a.m. Sundays only all year round.
Reptiles: The Beautiful and the Deadly [Anniston] [Sep 26, 2009-Jan 10, 2010]
Sept 26-Jan 10, Anniston
Reptiles: The Beautiful and the Deadly
256-237-6766. www.annistonmuseum.org. Admission charged. Anniston
Museum of Natural History--Designed especially for a family audience,
exhibit includes living dioramas, interactive components and
informational panels about a variety of reptiles, including turtles,
crocodilians, lizards and snakes.
Mary Lee Bendolph, Gee's Bend Quilts, and Beyond [Anniston] [Oct 2, 2009-Jan 3, 2010]
Oct 2-Jan 3, Anniston
Mary Lee Bendolph, Gee's Bend Quilts, and Beyond
256-237-6261. www.bermanmuseum.org. Admission charged. Berman Museum of
World History--Celebrate the resonance of the strikingly innovative,
abstract quilts made by a group of African American women from Gee’s
Bend, Alabama.
Holiday Sound, Light, and Water Show [Childersburg] [Nov 1, 2009-Jan 1, 2010]
Nov 1-Jan 1, Childersburg
Holiday Sound, Light, and Water Show
256-378-7252. www.DeSotoCaverns.com. Admission charged. DeSoto Caverns
Park--Celebrate the holidays in a beautiful and unique way. Show takes
place in the spectacular main room of the caverns, which is higher than
a 12-story building and larger than a football field. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
A Christmas Story [Guntersville] [Nov 27-Dec 6, 2009]
The Whole Backstage Theatre. A Christmas Story is destined to become a theatrical holiday perennial.
Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the
1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine
Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case
before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself, at
Goldblatt's Department Store.
Homes for the Holidays [Anniston] [Dec 1, 2009]
Tour area homes decorated for the holidays during this annual Museum
League fundraiser. The self-driving tour allows participants to visit
and enjoy at their own pace.
Free Admission Day at Imagination Place [Gadsden] [Dec. 1]
Admission
to Imagination Place is FREE on the first Tuesday of each month,
between 12 and 5 PM. Free First Tuesdays are only for groups of 9 or
less. Groups of ten or more must purchase regular admission. Some
restrictions apply. Blockbuster exhibitions excluded. Please contact
the Hardin Center for more information.
Christmas at the Falls - Noccalula Falls Park [Gadsden] [Dec. 3-6 & Dec. 10-30]
Nov. 26-29, Dec. 3-6 & Dec. 10-30, 5:00 pm til 9:00 pm
Admission: Adults $6.00, Senior Adults (55+) $4.00, Children (4 - 12) $3.00, Under 3 No Charge
2009 Altoona Christmas Parade [Altoona] [Dec 4, 2009]
Come see a great parade featuring, marching bands, beautiful floats,
classic cars, emergency vehicles, and plenty of surprise entries that
you have to be here to see.
December 4 - First Friday [Downtown Gadsden]
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Gadsden
First Friday
256-547-8696. www.downtowngadsden.com. Free. Downtown Gadsden
is the place to be every first Friday of the month! Stores stay open
late into the evening and downtown rocks with live entertainment,
special events, sales, food, and artists from all over.
"Stars on the Water" Boat Parade [Guntersville] [Dec 5, 2009]
Dec 5, Guntersville
"Stars on the Water" Boat Parade
256-582-3612. Free. Guntersville Lake--Best viewed from Lurleen B. Wallace Drive.
Breakfast with Santa [Heflin] [Dec 5, 2009]
Dec 5, Heflin
Breakfast with Santa
256-463-5341. Admission charged. Heflin Recreation Center--Pilot Club
of Heflin invites you to have breakfast with Santa, play games, write a
letter to Santa, and get your photo with Santa. 8 - 10 a.m.
Antique Christmas Open House in Historic Attalla.
[Attalla] [December 5-6, 2009] Over 15 unique shops to visit with each
having their special sales, door prizes, and refreshments. There will
be FREE Horse & Buggy Rides for all on Saturday from 11 - 3.
Register to win $250.00 Cash Prize Giveaway (don't have to be present
to win). Christmas tree lighting, musical entertainment, canned food
drive, and Santa. Santa will arrive at the downtown Gazebo around 4pm
on December 5th. We will be accepting the canned food donations through
December 5th at which time, The Etowah Baptist Mission Center will be
collecting items. Participating businesses are Alabama Antiques, Calico
Alley, The Cupboard, Ferguson Florist, The Cozy Nest Children's Store,
Blossom Antiques, Jantiques, The Scrub Shop, Amazing Grace Thrift
Store, Magic Needle Alterations, and Somewhere in Time Antiques. We
will be closing out our event with the Downtown Attalla Christmas
Parade to follow on Thursday, December 10th at 6pm. We would like to
extend a personal invitation to all. Please come and celebrate this
wonderful time of the year with the merchants of downtown Attalla. For
more information please call 256-538-0608.
Holiday Homes Tour [Jacksonville] [Dec 6, 2009]
Dec 6, Jacksonville
Holiday Homes Tour
256-435-7611. Admission charged. Downtown Square and selected
homes--Tour homes, meet homeowners and enjoy holiday refreshments.
Sponsored by the Jacksonville Arts Council.
December 7 - Kiwanis Christmas Parade [Downtown Gadsden]
Contact Dr. Glenda Selman (256)549-8420
Guntersville Christmas Parade [Guntersville] [Dec 12, 2009]
Dec 12, Guntersville
Guntersville Christmas Parade
256-582-3612. www.lakeguntersville.org. Free.--Call for additional information.
Dec 12, Jacksonville Second Saturday Space Safari: Star of Bethlehem 256-782-5681. http://epic.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Jacksonville State Univ. Planetarium--Family programs that allow you to travel through space and explore planet Earth. 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Christmas at Gannon's featuring David Lee World Champion ELVIS Entertainer [Guntersville] [Dec 16, 2009]
205-266-3030. Christmas at Gannons Corner Restaurant features David Lee the 2004 World Champion Elvis Entertainer located at 8138 AL Hwy 69 Guntersville, AL 35976| This will be a DINNER SHOW | $15 general admission. (food purchased separately) Doors/Dinner 6p Show 7p For tickets call 256-753-9905 or purchase online http://www.davidleerocks.com/DavidLeeShowTickets.html
Reptiles: The Beautiful and the Deadly [Anniston] [Sep 26, 2009-Jan 10, 2010]
Sept 26-Jan 10, Anniston
Reptiles: The Beautiful and the Deadly
256-237-6766. www.annistonmuseum.org. Admission charged. Anniston
Museum of Natural History--Designed especially for a family audience,
exhibit includes living dioramas, interactive components and
informational panels about a variety of reptiles, including turtles,
crocodilians, lizards and snakes.
Mary Lee Bendolph, Gee's Bend Quilts, and Beyond [Anniston] [Oct 2, 2009-Jan 3, 2010]
Oct 2-Jan 3, Anniston
Mary Lee Bendolph, Gee's Bend Quilts, and Beyond
256-237-6261. www.bermanmuseum.org. Admission charged. Berman Museum of
World History--Celebrate the resonance of the strikingly innovative,
abstract quilts made by a group of African American women from Gee’s
Bend, Alabama.
First Friday [Gadsden] [Jan 1-Dec 3, 2010]
Jan 1-Dec 3, Gadsden
First Friday
256-547-8696. www.downtowngadsden.com. Free. Downtown--Downtown Gadsden
is the place to be every first Friday of the month! Stores stay open
late into the evening and downtown rocks with live entertainment,
special events, sales, food, and artists from all over. Dates: Jan. 1,
Feb. 5, Mar. 5, Apr. 2, May 7, Jun. 4, Jul 2, Aug. 6, Sept. 3, Oct. 1,
Nov. 5, Dec. 3. 6-9 p.m.
The Great Alabama Homecoming [Statewide] [Jan 1-Dec 31, 2010]
Jan-Dec, Statewide
The Great Alabama Homecoming
1-800-Alabama. www.alabama.travel/2010. Various cities--From Abbeville
to York, cities all across Alabama are celebrating their unique
heritage and showcasing their rich local culture with the unveiling of
historic markers, music events, church and school homecomings, parades
and special anniversary celebrations.
Second Saturday Space Safaris [Jacksonville] [Jan 9-Dec 11, 2010]
Jan 9-Dec 11, Jacksonville
Second Saturday Space Safaris
256-782-5861. www.epic.jsu. Admission charged. Jacksonville State Univ.
Planetarium--Travel through space and explore planet Earth during these
exciting programs for families and children. Dates: Jan.9, Feb. 13,
Mar. 13, Apr. 10. Dec. 11, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
The Big Read: Alabama Reads The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain [Statewide] [Feb 1-Apr 30, 2010]
Feb 1-Apr 30, Statewide
The Big Read: Alabama Reads The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain
205-226-3615. www.alabamareads.org. Public libraries across the
state--Read for the Fun of It! The selected title for Alabama's first
statewide Big Read is "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" by Mark Twain. 210
Alabama public libraries are participating in our statewide Big Read.
Check out the local public library for events during February-April
2010. Get started reading today. The Big Read is an initiative of the
National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of
Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.
Second Saturday Space Safaris [Jacksonville] [Jan 9-Dec 11, 2010]
Jan 9-Dec 11, Jacksonville Second Saturday Space Safaris 256-782-5861. www.epic.jsu. Admission charged. Jacksonville State Univ. Planetarium--Travel through space and explore planet Earth during these exciting programs for families and children. Dates: Jan.9, Feb. 13, Mar. 13, Apr. 10. Dec. 11, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
The Great Alabama Homecoming [Statewide] [Jan 1-Dec 31, 2010]
Jan-Dec, Statewide The Great Alabama Homecoming 1-800-Alabama. www.alabama.travel/2010. Various cities--From Abbeville to York, cities all across Alabama are celebrating their unique heritage and showcasing their rich local culture with the unveiling of historic markers, music events, church and school homecomings, parades and special anniversary celebrations.
The Big Read: Alabama Reads The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain [Statewide] [Feb 1-Apr 30, 2010]
Feb 1-Apr 30, Statewide
The Big Read: Alabama Reads The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain
205-226-3615. www.alabamareads.org. Public libraries across the
state--Read for the Fun of It! The selected title for Alabama's first
statewide Big Read is "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" by Mark Twain. 210
Alabama public libraries are participating in our statewide Big Read.
Check out the local public library for events during February-April
2010. Get started reading today. The Big Read is an initiative of the
National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of
Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.
Winter Gallivanting Hike [Jacksonville] [Feb 19, 2010]
Feb 19, Jacksonville
Winter Gallivanting Hike
256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River
Canyon Field School Educational / Interpretive Center--Join Renee
Morrison and other naturalists and explorers for an “all who wander are
not lost” type of exploratory hike down closed roads and “forgotten”
trails of the USFS in the Shoal Creek area of TNF. Pre-registration
required. 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Jacksonville State University Planetarium Show [Jacksonville] [Jan 9-Apr 10, 2010]
Jan 9-Apr 10, Jacksonville Jacksonville State University Planetarium Show 256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River Canyon Center--Travel through space and explore planet Earth during these exciting programs for families and children led by Dr. Laura Weinkauf. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Dates: Jan. 9, Feb. 13, Mar. 13, Apr. 10.
Frog Pond Adventure with Dr. Frog [Jacksonville] [Mar 6, 2010]
Mar 6, Jacksonville Frog Pond Adventure with Dr. Frog 256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River Canyon field School Educational / Interpretive Center--Join “Dr. Frog” George Cline, for an unforgettable evening of romance and songs from the first amphibian voices of the season. Learn to identify frog songs and get a hands-on experience with these slippery creatures. Pre-registration required. 7- 9 p.m.
JSU Plantetarium Show-St. Patrick's Day [Jacksonville] [Mar 13, 2010]
Mar 13, Jacksonville
JSU Plantetarium Show-St. Patrick's Day
256-782-5697. http://fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little
River Canyon Field School Educational/Interpretive Center--See snake
constellations and other wonders of yjr universe in this St. Patrick's
Day-themed show led by JSU’s Dr. Laura Weinkauf. 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Second Saturday Space Safari: St. Patty's Cosmic Serpents [Jacksonville] [Mar 13, 2010]
Mar 13, Jacksonville
Second Saturday Space Safari: St. Patty's Cosmic Serpents
256-782-5681. http://epic.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Jackonville State
Univ. Planetarium--Watch out for snakes! See snake constellations and
other wonders of our universe in this St. Patrick's Day-themed show led
by JSU’s Dr. Laura Weinkauf. 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Waterfall Tour and Easy Hike [Jacksonville] [Mar 19, 2010]
Mar 19, Jacksonville
Waterfall Tour and Easy Hike
256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River
Canyon Center--Join, Joan Alexander and others from the Anniston
Outdoor Association for this unique driving and hiking tour of several
beautiful waterfalls located around the Cheaha State Park area. 9 a.m.-
noon.
Woodland Calhoun County Century Challenge Bike Ride [Anniston] [Mar 27, 2010]
Mar 27, Anniston
Woodland Calhoun County Century Challenge Bike Ride
256-236-8221. Admission charged. Woodland Park Softball Complex--Annual
bike ride offering 25, 50, and 100-mile options. Set in the foothills
of the Appalachian Mountains, the ride offers a pleasurable trip
through scenic and rural sections of northeast Alabama.
Ancestor Swap Meet 2010 [Gadsden] [Apr 9-10, 2010]
Apr 9-10, Gadsden
Ancestor Swap Meet
256-490-4683. www.neags.com. Admission charged. Gadsden Senior Activity
Center--Workshop on Friday, with Saturday Swap Meet features guest
speakers, and opportunity to research more than 5,000 family files
collected by Northeast Alabama Genealogical Society. Saturday's
admission includes a catered lunch. Vendors, door prizes. Fri., 6-8
p.m; Sat., 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Alabama Chocolate Festival in Rainbow City [Rainbow City] [Apr 10, 2010]
Apr 10, Rainbow City
Alabama Chocolate Festival
256-543-3472. www.alabamachocolatefestival.com. Admission charged.
Rainbow City--Enjoy musical entertainment, arts, crafts, kids carnival
and delicious chocolate. Also, bakeoff and chocolate pudding eating
contest. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Red Diamond Restaurant Tour [Anniston] [Apr 17, 2010]
Apr 17, Anniston
Red Diamond Restaurant Tour
256-237-3536. www.noblestreetfestival.com. Fee for attractions only.
Downtown--Enjoy more than 15 favorite local restaurants line historic
Noble Street, serving original dishes from attractive tents at this
annual event. Noon-7 p.m.
Apr 17, Anniston Sunny King Criterium 256-435-5710. www.sunnykingcriterium.com. Downtown--Watch as hundreds of professional and amateur bicycle racers zoom around the .6-mile downtown race course in NASCAR fashion at speeds reaching 40 mph! Dine outdoors at the Red Diamond Restaurant Tour, featuring more than 15 eateries.
Noble Street Festival/Cheaha Challenge [Anniston] [Apr 17-18, 2010]
Apr 17-18, Anniston Noble Street Festival/Cheaha Challenge 256-236-8387. www.noblestreetfestival.com. Admission charged to some events. Downtown--Noble Street becomes cyclists and pedestrians-only for a day during the Noble Street Festival. this family festival features pro bike races, the Red Diamond Restaurant Tour, music, art, a running race, and children's activities. Apr. 17, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Apr. 18, 7 a.m. until.
Second Saturday Space Safaris [Jacksonville] [Jan 9-Dec 11, 2010]
Jan 9-Dec 11, Jacksonville Second Saturday Space Safaris 256-782-5861. www.epic.jsu. Admission charged. Jacksonville State Univ. Planetarium--Travel through space and explore planet Earth during these exciting programs for families and children. Dates: Jan.9, Feb. 13, Mar. 13, Apr. 10. Dec. 11, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Cultivating Shiitake Mushrooms in Natural Logs [Jacksonville] [Apr 24, 2010]
Apr 24, Jacksonville
Cultivating Shiitake Mushrooms in Natural Logs
256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River
Canyon Center--Join Dr. Safaa Al-Hamdani to learn how to grow shitake
mushrooms and how to make money doing it. $40 per person (supplies
included); pre-registration required. 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Interpretive Bike Ride on Chief Ladiga Trail [Jacksonville] [May 1, 2010]
May 1, Jacksonville
Interpretive Bike Ride on Chief Ladiga Trail
256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River
Canyon Center--Join USFS Biologist Jeff Gardner for a bike ride on the
Chief Ladiga Trail portion that crosses through the Talladega National
Forest. Participants should bring their own bikes. Bikers will ride
approximately 10 miles round trip. Bring drink/snacks/lunch. 9 a.m.-
noon.
Cheaha Challenge [Piedmont] [May 2-10, 2010]
May 2-10, Piedmont
Cheaha Challenge Century "Toughest Ride in the South"
256-236-6346. www.neabc.org. Enty fee for particpants. Piedmont Civic
Center—Route follows Hwy. 9 from Piedmont and connects with Hwy. 281
(Talladega Scenic Drive) and travels past Alabama's highest point,
Cheaha State Park. Mileage option of 22, 44, 88 or 102 miles. 7
a.m.-noon.
Anniston Military Heritage Reunion [Anniston] [May 14-16, 2010]
May 14-16, Anniston
Anniston Military Heritage Reunion
256-237-3536. www.calhounchamber.com. Free. Fort Mcclellan--In
celebration of Armed Forces Day and this area's deep military heritage,
the Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce, the Spirit of Anniston and the
City of Anniston have joined together to host the Anniston Military
Heritage Reunion. Although Fort McClellan closed in 1999, it still
served as home to countless men and women for decades. Also, it was
once home to the Chemical School, the MP School, the WACS, and former
POW's. Events such as a Military Ball, a Military Parade and a golf
tournament are scheduled for the 2010 reunion weekend and will include
all facets of the armed forces.
May 31, Anniston Red/White/Blue Tournament 256-237-2633. www.pinehillcountryclub.com. Admission charged. Pine Hill Country Club--Memorial Day tournament with blind draw: A/B/C.
Oxford Homecoming Week [Oxford] [May 31-Jun 5, 2010]
May 31-Jun 5, Oxford Oxford Homecoming Week 256-835-0714. Downtown--Celebrate the history and heritage of Oxford with the unveiling of a historic marker, entertainment and other events throughout the week.
JUNE
Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet [Anniston] [Jun 19, 2010]
Jun 19, Anniston Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet 256-237-3536. www.ccshof.com. Admission charged. Anniston City Meeeting Center--Six new people inducted, joining the likes of former U.S. Open champion Jerry Pate, longtime major leaguer Willie Smith, former Birmingham News columnist Clyde Bolton. 6-8 p.m.
Gadsden's RiverFest [Gadsden] [Jun 11-12, 2010]
Jun 11-12, Gadsen Gadsden's RiverFest 256-543-3472. www.gadsdenriverfest.com. Albert Rains Blvd.--A family friendly atmosphere with great musical entertainment, fireworks, arts, crafts, food, kids play area and more. Fri., 4-11 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m. until.
Nature Camp for Children [Jacksonville] [Jun 22-25, 2010]
Jun 22-25, Jacksonville
Nature Camp for Children
256-782-5681. www.epic.jsu. Admission charged. JSU's Martin
Hall--Hands-on environmental education, outdoor fun, arts and
exploration of the natural world abound in this introductory camp. Ages
7-9 years. $200 pp.(includes lunch and supplies). Pre-registration
required. 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Mountain Longleaf Adventure Camp [Jacksonville] [Jul 6-9, 2010]
Jul 6-9, Jacksonville
Mountain Longleaf Adventure Camp
256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. JSU's Martin
Hall--Hands-on environmental education, arts, and exploration of the
natural world abound in this camp. This camp travels to Litlle River
Canyon, DeSoto State Park, Talladega National Forest, and/or Cheaha
State Park. Ages 9-11 years. $200 pp.(includes lunch and supplies).
Pre-registration required. 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.
"Greenager" Mountains & Canyon Camp [Jacksonville] [Jul 20-23, 2010]
Jul 20-23, Jacksonville
"Greenager" Mountains & Canyon Camp
256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Fee for participants only. JSU's
Martin Hall--Hands-on enviromental education, arts, exploration of the
natural world and outdoor adventures abound in this camp for pre-teen
and teenagers who have completed at least 3 yrs of advanced camp. $250
pp.(includes lunch and supplies). Pre-registration required. 8:30 a.m.-
4 p.m.
111th Hobson City Founders Day Celebration [Hobson City] [Aug 14-15, 2010]
Aug 14-15, Hobson City 111th Hobson City Founders Day Celebration 256-831-4940--Celebrate 100 years of history in Hobson City with a parade at 10 a.m., followed by the unveiling of the town's historic marker; cemetery tour at 11 a.m.; reception from 11 a.m.-noon; and tours of the Old Calhoun County Training School, Rising Star United Methodist and other area churches; and Booker T. Washington Park. A Film Festival will be also be held along with storytelling and other activities. The event will culminate on Sunday August 15, 2010 with other special events.
36th Annual Boys & Girls Club Rodeo [Gadsden] [Aug 6-7, 2010]
Aug 6-7, Gadsden 36th Annual Boys & Girls Club Rodeo 256-546-5437. www.bgcnortheastalabama.org Admission charged. 600 Black Creek Rd.--The Rodeo will feature some of the top professional rodeo cowboys and cowgirls from all over the country. 6 p.m.
Guided Archaeology Tour of Calhoun & St. Clair Counties [Jacksonville] [Aug 21, 2010]
Aug 21, Jacksonville
Guided Archaeology Tour of Calhoun & St. Clair Counties
www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River Canyon
Center--Join,
JSU’s Dr. Harry Holstein for a guided archaeology tour of various sites
throughout Calhoun and St. Clair counties. Participants should bring
their own lunch and drinks. Transportation is provided.
Pre-registration required. 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Coosafest [Childersburg] [Sep 25, 2010]
Sept 25, Childersburg Coosafest 256-378-5482. www.childersburg.com. Downtown--Celebrate the history of Childersburg with the unveiling of a historic marker, car, truck and tractor show, cooking contest, vendors, children's activities,stage entertainment and more.
Autumn Gallivanting Hike [Jacksonville] [Sep 17, 2010]
Sept 17, Jacksonville
Autumn Gallivanting Hike
256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River
Canyon Center--Join Anniston Outdoors Association’s Joan Alexander and
JSU Field Schools’ Renee Morrison for an “all who wander are not lost”
type of exploratory hike on Mount Cheaha. Highly recommended for hikers
age 40 and up. Pre-registration required. 9 a.m.- noon.
Jacksonville Homecoming Weekend [Jacksonville] [Sep 24-26, 2010]
Sept 24-26, Jacksonville Jacksonville Homecoming Weekend 256-435-7611.
Jacksonville State--Celebrate the history of Jacksonville with the
unveiling of a historic marker and other special activities.
Oxfordfest [Oxford] [Oct 2, 2010]
Oct 2, Oxford
Oxfordfest
256-831-5510. www.oxfordalabama.org. Free. Downtown--Get there early as
the crowd has grown to 20,000 who come to enjoy food, music, arts and
crafts and more. 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Foot of the Mountain Festival [Piedmont] [Oct 9, 2010]
Oct 9, Piedmont
Foot of the Mountain Festival 256-447-3594. Foot of the
Mountain--Celebrate the heritage of Piedmont withe the unveiling of a
historic marker and other special activities celebrating the Year of
Alabama Small Towns and Downtowns.
Pinhoti Trail Hike [Jacksonville] [Oct 16, 2010]
Oct 16, Jacksonville
Pinhoti Trail Hike
256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River
Canyon Field School Educational / Interpretive Center--Join naturalists
and hikers for a lovely Autumn hike on the Pinhoti trail in the Shoal
Creek District of the Talladega National Forest. Pre-registration
required.
9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
2010 Anniston Christmas Un- Parade [Anniston] [Nov 20, 2010]
Nov 20, Anniston Anniston Christmas Un- Parade 256-236-0996. www.spiritofanniston.org. Free. Downtown--This year’s Anniston Christmas Parade will be a little bit different. It’s being billed as an “Un-Parade.” The floats and other entries won’t move—the spectators will. Five blocks of Noble Street will be lined with floats, art cars, and stages. 5- 7:30 p.m.
DECEMBER
Homes for the Holidays [Anniston] [Dec 7, 2010]
Dec 1, Anniston Homes for the Holidays 256-237-6766. www.annistonmuseum.org. Admission charged. Select homes--Tour area homes decorated for the holidays during this annual Museum League fundraiser. The self-driving tour allows participants to visit and enjoy at their own pace. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Second Saturday Space Safaris [Jacksonville] [Jan 9-Dec 11, 2010]
Jan 9-Dec 11, Jacksonville
Second Saturday Space Safaris
256-782-5861. www.epic.jsu. Admission charged. Jacksonville State Univ.
Planetarium--Travel through space and explore planet Earth during these
exciting programs for families and children. Dates: Jan.9, Feb. 13,
Mar. 13, Apr. 10. Dec. 11, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Dec 11, Jacksonville Jacksonville State University Planetarium Show: Star of Bethlehem 256-782-5697. www.fieldschool.jsu.edu. Admission charged. Little River Canyon Field School Educational/Interpretive Center--Travel through space and explore planet Earth during these exciting programs for families and children. 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.