OSBO, the "Organization Supporting Business Owners", provides assistance and training for business owners and their employees. Click the graphic to find out what OSBO is all about!
Click the graphic for Theatre Happenings (a compilation of theatrical productions/auditions) in the North Alabama & South Central Tennessee area.
Click the graphic for upcoming events at Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment.
Across the Pond & Bennett Nurseries - click here for more!
The Arc of Madison County needs your help! We have an exciting opportunity for the Arc to receive $250,000 from the Pepsi Refresh Project to build a recycling facility that will employ adults with disabilities. Log in everyday to www.refresheverything.com/arcrecycle until July 31 to cast your vote!
JULY JULY - AUGUST - Ascribing Artists Exhibit will be held in the Banister Room at the Church of the Nativity (208 Eustis Avenue, Huntsville) - Monday through Thursday from 9am until 4pm; Friday & Sunday from 9am until noon (closed Saturday). For information, visit www.ascribingartists.blogspot.com or email ascribingartists@gmail.com.
NWS PEACE Program is seeking caring families to host high school students from various countries for the 2010 school year. Students range in age from 15 - 18 years and will need a home for 5-10 months. These students speak English, have medical insurance and their own spending money. All they require from you is a bed, meals and a caring family to share their stay with. Call (866) 846-3977 or visit www.nw-services.com for information.
Registration is open for Camp Broadway Kids 2010! This camp is August 2 -6 at The Whole Backstage Theatre in Guntersville and will center around all things Broadway and will give children the opportunity to experience theatre on a new level. There is no registration fee, price for the weeklong camp is $130 per child with family discounts offered. For information, call WBS at (256) 582-7469 or email to wbschildrenstheatre@wholebackstage.com.
NOW - September 6 - Sci-Quest presents "Space: A Journey to Our Future", a traveling exhibit which examines the history of our space program, brings to life current projects in space exploration - satellites, space telescopes, living in space - and provides a glimpse of future human space travel through highly advanced interactive displays. Visit www.sci-quest.org or call (256) 837-0606 for more info.
The Huntsville Museum of Art will hold several sessions of art classes for preschoolers through adults in the "ArtStudioWorks", animal collages to drawing to stained glass and more! To register or for more information, call 256-535-4350 ext. 222 or visit them online at http://hsvmuseum.org/.
Valley Heat Back to School Classic & Three on Three Tournament is scheduled for August 13-15 - team registration is NOW OPEN!! This basketball tournament for for divisions 10U - Adult will be held at Huntsville High School and features a Rookie Slam Dunk Contest with celebrity judges and Three-Point Shoot-Out. For information, contact Don Lowery at (256) 270-8373 or visit www.valleyheatclassic.org. 23-31 - The Whole Backstage Theatre in Guntersville presents "Once on This Island", a highly original and theatrical Caribbean adaptation of the popular fairy tale, the Little Mermaid". It's a story of life, pain, love, grief, faith and hope. Tickets are $12 for senior adults and students, $15 for adults - call (256) 582-7469 to purchase yours!
29-31 - Rocket City United's Soccer Wars! This annual event will celebrate families, fitness and community which includes games, skills competitions, music, food and drink vendors, a parade and more, all in a family friendly environment. The event will be held on the grounds adjacent to the Madison City School Stadium on Celtic Drive in Madison. The centerpiece of the event is the National Premier Soccer League's national Final Four, showcasing the best team from each of four regions of the US. For more information, visit www.soccer-wars.com.
30 - FREE Computer Training Class offered from 10am until 2pm at Virginia College (Huntsville Campus). If you need computer skills or need to create and/or update your resume, these classes are for you! Classes from entry level to advanced, these are for those who are re-entering the workforce or for job advancement. Call (256) 533-7387 or (256) 714-6304 for more information and to register! Free lunch for registered participants.
- Shawna P and the EarthFunk Tribe, along with special guests Southern Comfort and Maggie Appletom will be in concert at the Lawrence County High School Auditorium at 6pm. Tickets are $10 at the door and will benefit the LCHS Cross Country Program. For information, call (256) 566-1680 or (256) 566-4410.
30 - Aug. 7 - Renaissance Theatre presents the multi-award winning musical "Cabaret" for several performances. Visit www.renaissancetheatre.net for information.
31 - Fun Day for Bracy! Once referred to as the "man with a big heart", now has a NEW heart! Bracy Hamilton is a heart transplant recipient and from 9am until 2pm at the Limestone County Sheriff's Arena there will be lots of fun activities for all ages! Admission is $5 per person, for unlimited play! There will be bounces, inflatable slides, karaoke and water play. All contributions (National Transplant Assistance Fund) are tax deductible. Proceeds will got to provide financial relief toward Bracy's medical expenses.
AUGUST
5 - It's Miracle Treat Day at Dairy Queen! Visit participating Dairy Queen restaurants - purchase a Blizzard, and $1 from each one will benefit the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals in local communities. For more information, visit www.miracletreatday.com.
5-6 - Cove Methodist Church is hosting a live Leadership VideoCast for pastors, teachers, business leaders, civic officials, musicians, athletes and others who answer the call to leadership and choosing to lead whenre they are and to make a lasting difference. Speakers will include TD Jakes, Jack Welch, Tony Dungy, Andy Stanley and more. For information, call Cindy Smith or Matt Jones at the church - (256) 539-2683.
6 - The Center for the Developmentally Disabled will hold their 14th Annual Golf Tournament at Point Mallard, with breakfast and registration beginning at 7am, with a shotgun start at 8am. Cost is $400 per team or $100 per individual (a portion is tax deductible). Lunch will be served afterwards. To sign up or for info, call Kati at (256) 350-1458 ext. 221 or email kati.green@cddnca.org.
7 - New Hope High School Class of 1980 will have their 30 year reunion at the Holiday Inn Select in downtown Huntsville. Also will include classes of 1979 and 1981. For more information, contact Ginger Corder at 772-9251 or visit facebook link New Hope High School Class of 1980. - The Von Braun Center proudly announces "Shrimp Blast 2010" presented by Landers McLarty Nissan Toyota to benefit the Alabama Governor's Emergency Relief Fund in response to the Gulf Oil Spill. This event will feature live music with wonderful sea fare - shrimp and other fabulous foods! Grammy Award winner Delbert McClinton will headline the event with many other acts to be announced. Tickets are $10 each with a limited number of VIP tickets available for $25. Children under 12 admitted free with paying adult. Tickets on sale now at the VBC Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or online at www.shrimpblast.com.
- North Alabama Railroad Museum will have the "Dog Day Express" train ride, which begins at 10am. The museum is located on Chase Road, just off Mooresmill Road in Huntsville. Visit www.northalabamarailroadmuseum.com for information on this ride and others coming soon!
11 - The 1st Annual Leaders & Legends Dinner with Bo Jackson will be held at the VBC North Hall. The VIP Reception will start at 5:00pm and dinner at 6:00pm. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of North Alabama to help keep youth off the streets in the Huntsville & surrounding area for over 70 years. Contact Stevia Hunes or Lavonda Clayborn at (256) 534-6060 or email shunes@bgnal.com for tickets and information.
13 & 14 - The Miracle Bash at the Davidson Center and Swim for Melissa at Hampton Cove pool will be raising money for the Melissa George Neonatal Memorial Fund. This fund helps to provide necessary equipment for the Regional Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Huntsville Hospital. Click here for more information.
14 - Fantasy Playhouse is celebrating their 50th season with a Celebration Gala at the Huntsville Area Realtor's Association (corner of Holmes & Monroe Streets). The gala will feature dinner, entertainment, dancing, silent & live auctions and more along with acclaimed TV and film actor (& Fantasy Playhouse alum), Ned Vaughn will be the special guest. Open house at the playhouse will be on Sunday, August 15 on Long Avenue from 10-4. For information on the gala and the upcoming season, call (256) 539-6829 or visit www.letthemagicbegin.org.
- The National Active & Retired Federal Employees Association will meet at the Senior Center (Drake Avenue) beginning at 9:15 with refreshments & social hour, business meeting will follow. A forum for those candidates vying for the office of Governor of the State of Alabama - Ron Sparks (D) and Dr. Robert Bentley (R) will be afforded equal (but limited) time to present his platform, address issues of importance to voters. Open to the public. For information, call (256) 519-3327 or (256) 539-1333.
21 - Priceville's Veteran's Park Annual Cruise In will be held from 6 until 10pm at Veteran's Park on Highway 67, and Play Area Dedication at 11am. Entertainment by Natchez Trace, food & refreshments, play area, door prizes and more! Vehicle registration is $10 per vehicle. Call (256) 355-5476 for more information and vendor booth registration.
27-29 - Junior Achievement's annual Bowl-A-Thon will be held at area bowling centers to raise money for the programs offered to schools in the area. Click here for information.
SEPTEMBER 2010
September 4 - Just Kruzin' for the Boy's Ranch will be held at the Alabama Sheriff's Boy's Ranch (165 Ranch Circle, off Kirby Bridge Road in Danville). The show is open to anything that "ROLLS", with oldies music, good food, door prizes, 50/50 drawing and $1,000 money tree. Registration from 9am until 1pm - $25 per vehicle (tax deductible). Call Deb at 652-8241.
9 - 11 - Master Artist Workshop: Creative Ways with Colored Clays, taught by Guadalupe Robinson will be held at the Huntsville Museum of Art. For more information including fees and the workshop registration form, visit www.hsvmuseum.org.
13 - Wounded Warriors Golf Tournament, presented by the Semper Fi Community Task Force with a 9am shotgun start at the Ledges Country Club. All proceeds will benefit the Wounded Warrior program. Email thomasdunn7@comcast.net for details and to register.
24 - 10/3 - "God's Favorite", a Neil Simon production, will be held at the Whole Backstage Theatre. For details on the show, performance schedule or information, visit www.wholebackstage.com.
OCTOBER 2010
October 16 - B.U.D.S (Bringing Up Down Syndrome) will hold the 8th Annual Buddy Walk at Joe Davis Stadium from 10am until 2pm with the walk beginning at noon. This is a free event, but donations are greatly appreciated and all proceeds go toward helping families whose lives are touched by Down Syndrome. For information, call Jenny Evers at jennyevers@knology.net or Stacie McCaleb at stacietrawick@yahoo.com.
NOVEMBER 2010
20 - 2nd Annual Krispy Kreme Challenge to support the programs and services of United Cerebral Palsy in Huntsville. The Challenge: Run 2 miles from downtown Huntsville to Krispy Kreme on North Parkway, eat a dozen doughnuts, and run 2 miles back to the start (finish) line...all in ONE HOUR!! There will be a Fun Mile also - run, walk, jog or stroll while enjoying Krispy Kreme doughnuts - the family friendly Fun Zone will include a moon bounce, face painting, a visit from Chaos of the Huntsville Havoc and more! Registration is $20 for Challenge participants and $15 for Fun Mile - includes a t-shirt. Register online at www.ucphuntsville.org. Sponsorships available by calling Tracy at (256) 859-4900 or email tracyc@ucphuntsville.org.
