Tuesday, August 09, 2011
Sooo….there doesn’t look to be a whole lot going on right now. However, that ma be because one of my main sources hasn’t updated their event list since last Friday. Since most of the places that feature live music are not open early, I am desperately trying to find out what is going on before I post this blog in the mornings. If you know of another source, please let me know!
Jack’o’Lantern Farms is open today from 3-7 pm. JoLF is a local famer’s market that features hydroponically grown vegetables, gourmet products, domestic cheeses and products from the Shoals Culinary Center. They are located on Garage Road, across from the old Holiday Inn in Sheffield.
If you are interested in getting involved with local government (or just want to sit back and watch the fireworks!), the Florence City Council has called for special work sessions at 5pm on the following dates: Tuesday, August 9, and Tuesday, September 13. The work sessions are held in the City Auditorium, 103 South Pine St. All members of the public are invited to attend.
Live music tonight:
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Hmmm….one of my main sources, especially for live music, doesn’t appear to have updated their caldendar for this week, so if you know of an event that I am missing, please, please, please post it in the comments!
Underwood-Petersville Community Center All You Can Eat First Saturday Breakfast. Scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, grits, biscuits, pancakes, chocolate gravy, sausage gravy, orange juice, regular and de-caf coffee. Adult plates are $5. Children age 12 and under $3. All proceeds are for center expenses. We serve from 6-9am.
The Muscle Shoals Amateur Radio Club monthly meeting meets the first Saturday of the month (which is today!) at the Florence Harbor Marina Restaurant at 9am. A regular program of interest follows a short business meeting, and is open to all Amateur Radio operators. Anyone with an interest in Amateur Radio is welcome and encouraged to attend.
The Ride for Melissa Poker Run, in honor of Taylor Grace McClain (Taterbug) is today, with registration from 9am-11am at the Florence Moose Lodge, 4270 Chisholm Rd., Florence. Entry fee is $15 for 1 rider/ 1 hand or $20 for 2 riders/ 2 hands. All riders will be given a ticket for a free bowl of chicken stew & a can drink to redeem after the ride.. Riders leave the Lodge at 11am & return 3pm-4pm. All proceeds go directly to the Melissa George Neonatal Memorial Fund at Huntsville Hospital Foundation. Please call 256-710-7560 ir 256-710-7637 for info.
Florence Parks and Recreation is having a special Saturday registration today at the Florence SportsPlex from 9-noon for Youth Soccer (ages 4-12), cheerleading, and Youth football (ages 6-12 for both). For more information, contact Mike Horton at the Athletic office (256-760-6628).
Live music tonight:
Friday, August 05, 2011
Well, it looks like everyone has recovered from Handy Week and is ready to go again, based on the list of events for today!
First, general event information: The Shoals Culinary Complex has partnered with Professional Chef Kevin Kilburn to offer a wide range of cooking classes. Chef Kilburn is a graduate of the International Culinary Schools at The Art Institute in Nashville, Tennessee. Chef Kilburn’s classes will allow you to develop efficiency and confidence in the kitchen. A complete list of classes is available at www.shoalsec.com. Pre-registration is recommended as class sizes are limited and will fill up quickly. For more information, or to register, contact the Shoals Culinary Complex at 256-764-0044 or 256-760-9014
At lunchtime today, Hugh and Caleb Banks are dong an acoustic set at McGraw’s Coffee House. No admission charge, but I know they would like it if you bought lunch or a goodie while you’re there.
Fantastic Fridays at the Florence Senior Center are 1st Friday of each month through the December and offers daytime dancing and games from 12:30-2:00 PM. The Brown Band will play. Bring light finger foods to share. There is no admission charge, but tips to the band are appreciated. Contact Fran Davis, Florence Parks & Recreation Department, 256-760-6420.
Downtown Florence First Fridays starts at 5 pm tonight. Come on out and see all the artists and craftsmen, listen to some music, and see all your friends! The music lineup tonight starts with Elle Claytor at 5, followed by The Hideous Strength at 5:40, Bell Adair at 6:20, The Bear at 7:15, and John Cartwright at 8:30. The stage is set up on Mobile Plaza.
The Wine Seller on Court Street is having a wine tasting from 5:30-7:30. Admission is $10 per person. No reservations are required.
Cake/Prize Walk for Melissa, sponsored by WOTM, will be at the Florence Moose Lodge on Chisholm Rd. beginning at 7pm. Prize donations are welcome. Taylor McClain and her team “The Taterbugs” have a page set up to receive donations please visit swimformelissa.org and search on the right hand side for her by name .
The Daniel Smith Memorial Concert is tonight at Riverfront Park in Sheffield. Tickets are $10, with proceeds going toward efforts to make a low-head dam on Cypress Creek safer. Daniel Smith, 22, died June 29 when his kayak overturned while crossing the dam. Groups featured: Pine Street Jams, of Florence, and The Lauderdales, of Tuscaloosa. Additional groups are being lined up. Ticket information: 256-394-8419.
Seven Points Sound has a lineup of live acts tonight starting at 6 pm. (Doors open at 5:30). Admission is $8. Between 6 and 10 pm, you can hear The Crimson Purge, Beware the Neverending, Rejoice the Awakening, The Maple Key, and Screaming Prophet.
Live music tonight:
Thursday, August 4, 2011
If you are interested in getting involved in community service, the Tuscumbia Civitan Club meets every Thursday at noon at the Helen Keller Public Library. They have lunch and a guest speaker each week. Throughout the year, they do fundraisers to contribute to a variety of service organizations. If you would like to find out more about this club, contact Dewayne Crumley at 256-762-3808.
The Florence Library is hosting a book signing by Bob Whetstone, author of Cotton Mary, today at noon. The book is set in 1930s Alabama at a cotton mill. Whetson is a Professor Emeritus at Birmingham-Southern College and was born and raised in a cotton mill village near Alexander City. He has published four historical novels and served as Chair of the Alabama Humanities Foundation. He lives in Hoover with his wife Janelle Henley Whetstone.
The Spring Park Market: Upscale Farmer’s Market is today from 4-7 p.m., at Spring Park, Tuscumbia, Admission is free.
Tonight is the Terrific Thursday Night Dance at the Florence Senior Center, 7:00-9:30 PM, $4 each. Tonight finger foods will be served. The Sounds of Country Band, Country dance music. Contact Fran Davis, Florence Parks & Recreation Department, 256.760.6420 M-F 8-5 PM.
Live music tonight:
Wednesday, August 03, 2011
Everyone is gearing up to go back to school, so things are quieting down a little!
There is a Community Emergency Preparedness Event from 6-8pm, with free demonstrations and samples. Learn how to store food and water, first aid, tend a garden, be more self-reliant - canning, wheat usage and much more. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 1828 Broadway Blvd Florence. Contact: 480-307-5736
Live music tonight:
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