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MARCH 2010

March 12 - 13, 2010

Key West House and Garden Tours

Tour five elegant and unique homes of Key West. Proceeds help benefit the Old Island Restoration Foundation. Presented by the Old Island Restoration Foundation, this house and garden tour offers a rare opportunity to see inside some of Key West's magnificent, charming and tropical residences.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Various Key West Locations

March 13 - 14, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

2010 Orange Beach Festival of Art

Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. TThe Orange Beach Festival of Art is held each year on the second week-end of March. The Festival of Art has been an anticipated annual event for nearly two decades. Juried artists from the region and around the nation come to display their work at the first fine art and fine craft show of the season. Located on beautiful Wolf Bay, The Orange Beach Festival of Art is held on the Arts Center's campus and the adjoining Waterfront Park. Adding to the long tradition of fine arts and fine crafts, the 2010 Festival will add four complimentary attractions. A Literary Arts Tent with house regional and celebrity authors, book readings and book signings. The new Drama and Dance Stage will see performances of theater troops and dance performances. For our youngest artists the Children's Art Alley plans more than half a dozen hands-on exciting art experiences. At the Songwriters and Musicians Stage guest will enjoy the amazing regional talent as songwriters share their songs, play and sing for everyone.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Waterfront Park 26389 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561

March 14, 2010 -- Time: 2:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Daylight Savings Time Begins

The clock is set forward one hour at 2:00 AM (Second Sunday in March). Remember to change smoke detector batteries.

March 19, 2010 -- Time: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Selma Historic Home Pilgrimage and Antique Show

March 19-21, 2010 Historic Selma, Alabama, Pilgrimage and Antique Show Spring flowers and belles in hoop skirts serve as a backdrop for the Historic Preservation Society's annual event which features homes, church and cemetery tours, antique show and a car show. (8:30 AM - 8:00 PM, www.pilgrimage.selmaalabama.com)
Event's Official Web Page Location: Selma

March 20, 2010

Fight Night in the Keys

A Key West boxing tradition dating back to Ernest Hemingway’s days on our island with a series of evening bouts in a harborfront ring at Mallory Square. Fight Night in the Keys has seven matches slated, highlighted by a 12-round fight for the WBC international heavyweight title featuring defending champion Odlanier Solis.
Location: Mallory Square

March 20, 2010

First Day of Spring

March 27, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Lake Mitchell

The cleanup will end at noon followed by a picnic lunch. Lake Mitchell Homeowners and Boat Owners Association
Location: Higgins Ferry Park
Contact: Anita Lawson Phone: 205-960-5083

March 27 - April 3, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Logan Martin Lake

The cleanup will be held at various locations beginning March 27. Volunteers should contact the coordinators for supplies and further details. The community cleanup will be Saturday, April 3 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. A picnic will follow at Lakeside Landing, off Highway 31 south of Pell City. Contact: Bud Kitchens at 256-239-0242 or Don Greer at 205-525-4651, Logan Martin Lake Protection Association
Location: Various

March 27 - 28, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

196th Anniversary of the Battle of Horseshoe Bend

Annual event recreates frontier life in the year 1814 and emphasizes the importance of the battle in U.S. history through demonstrations and interactive programs.
Location: Horseshoe Band National Military Park
Contact: Ove Jenson Phone: 256-234-7111

March 29, 2010

Lake Fest

Lake Fest, which is held in May, is our annual kick off to summer celebration. Admission to the park, along with life jacket usage, canoes, and paddle boats is free the day of the event. The lake offers a recreational swimming area featuring two inflatable water slides, three floating trampolines and a water slide that make Lake Tholocco a great place to have fun in the sun!
Event's Official Web Page Location: West Beach - Lake Tholocco

APRIL 2010

April 3 - 5, 2010

First Monday in Scottsboro (Sat, Sun, & Mon)

First Monday Trade Day in Scottsboro began as Horse Swapper's Day on December 1, 1902. The event was the idea of James Armstrong, editor of "The Scottsboro Citizen." The rest, as they say, is history. The variety of wares traded increased with the crowds each year. Now a trade day of mammoth proportions takes place around the courthouse square on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Explore the multitude of antiques, crafts, and other treasures that our vendors have to offer. Spend a day ambling around the courthouse square. Enjoy the sights and sounds as well as the aromas emanating from the variety of food vendors.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Scottsboro

April 5 - 17, 2010

70th Annual Pilgrimage

Daily Home Tours - Many of Columbus’ most gorgeous homes are open to the public. Tour some of the most beautiful antebellum homes in the South. (Admission fees may apply)
Event's Official Web Page Location: Columbus Area

April 5 - 10, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Weiss Lake

The cleanup during the week will be held at various locations. Volunteers should contact coordinators for details. The media day and grand finale cleanup will be Saturday, April 10 from 8:00 a.m. to noon at the Causeway landing between Centre and Cedar Bluff on Highway 9. Contact: Shad Ellis at 256-927-7172 or David Brock at 256-927-6257, or E-mail, Weiss Lake Improvement Association
Location: Various

April 6 - May 11, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Lock Closure - Chickamauga at RM 4710

There is no auxiliary lock to pass traffic during this closure.
Location: Chickamauga Dam
Contact: USACE - Jeff Ross

April 9 - 11, 2010

The 45th Annual Pilgrimage

The 45th Annual Pilgrimage is coming April 9, 10, and 11, 2010!
Location: Eufaula
Contact: Eufaula Chamber of Commerce

April 10 - 11, 2010

Blue Angels Air Show

Rock and rumble with the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration team and the Blue Angels, as well as aerial demonstrations by military and civilian performers, and static military and vintage aircraft. Free admission to Naval Air Station.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Naval Air Station

April 16 - March 25, 2010

Conch Republic Independence Celebration

It's the 28th Anniversary of the celebration whose slogan is "We Seceded Where Others Failed." With activities ranging from wacky bed race to a lighthearted sea battle featuring tall ships, the Conch Republic's 10-day birthday party showcases the independent and eccentric spirit that characterizes the Florida Keys.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Key West

April 16 - March 18, 2010

Wetumpka Riverfest

Location: Downtown Wetumpka

April 17 - 18, 2010

49th Annual Art on the Lake

We feature fine arts, crafts, music, food, and entertainment. This two day art show is publicized by way of radio, brochures, newspapers, magazines, newsletters, and banners.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Guntersville Recreation Area

April 17, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Home Depot Vendor Home Show / Kid's Workshop

Come see Vendor Booths, Door Prizes, Refreshments, and Participate in a Super Kid's Workshop!
Location: Home Depot, 4030 HWY 54, Osage Beach
Contact: Angie Rodriguez Phone: 5733480082

April 17, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Lake Jordan

The cleanup will end at noon followed by a picnic lunch. Lake Jordan Homeowners and Boat Owners Association.
Location: Bonner's Point Landing
Contact: Barbara Dreyer Phone: 334-567-7551

April 19 - 24, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Lay Lake

The community cleanup will be Saturday, April 24 from 8:00 a.m. to noon at Beeswax Public Boat launch, followed by a picnic lunch. Contact the coordinator concerning supplies and areas targeted during the week. Lay lake Homeowners and Boat Owners Association.
Location: Beeswax Public Boat launch
Contact: Judy Jones Phone: 205-669-4865

April 21 - 22, 2010

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Smith Lake

This cleanup will target large blocks of Styrofoam. Sites to be determined. Please Contact coordinators for information if you wish to participate. Smith Lake Advocacy.
Location: TBD
Contact: Laverne Matheson Phone: 256-747-4422

April 22 - 23, 2010

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Yates Lake

Sites to be determined. Volunteers should contact coordinators for details on the cleanup. Contacts: Billy Bryan at 334-283-1054 or Linda Sizemore at 334-283-5425
Location: TBD

April 22 - 23, 2010

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Lake Thurlow

Sites to be determined. Volunteers should contact coordinators for details on the cleanup. Contacts: Billy Bryan at 334-283-1054 or Linda Sizemore at 334-283-5425
Location: TBD

April 24, 2010 -- Time: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Lay Lake

Volunteers will meet at Richey's Resort located at E.C. Gaston Steam Plant at 7:00a.m. The cleanup will end at noon followed by a picnic lunch. This cleanup is in cooperation with the Lay lake Homeowners and Boat Owners and targets areas near the plant.
Location: E. C. Gaston Steam Plant
Contact: Byron Corina, E. C. Gaston Steam Plant Phone: 205-669-8301

Click to e-mail Byron Corina, E. C. Gaston Steam Plant

April 24, 2010 -- Time: 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM

2010 Raising of the Water Celebration

The Third Annual Raising of the Water Celebration honors the raising of the water which commences in April each year on Fort Loudoun Lake. Tickets are $100 each with all proceeds benefiting the work of The Fort Loudoun Lake Association. The event features a two-hour cocktail and appetizer cruise followed by a party, entertainment, a fabulous array of eats and treats and a Live and Silent Auction at the Fort Loudoun Yacht Club. For questions or more information, please call 865-523-3800. More details coming soon. To order tickets in advance, please click on the PayPal link below or mail your check to FLLA, 956 Volunteer Landing Lane, Knoxville, TN 37915. Special thanks to the Fort Loudoun Yacht Club for hosting this event.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Fort Loudoun Yacht Club

April 24, 2010

Thunder on Tholocco

The Thunder returns to Lake Tholocco each spring with fast paced action of drag boat racing. Watch competitors reach speeds in excess of 100 miles/hr. This premier event has become an action packed family fun event.
Event's Official Web Page Location: West Beach - Lake Tholocco

April 28 - May 1, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Neely Henry Reservoir

Cleanup activities will be held at various locations during the week. Volunteers should contact coordinator for details. The community cleanup will be Saturday, May 1 from 8:00 a.m. to noon at the Gadsden City Boat Docks. Keep Etowah Beautiful
Location: Gadsden City Boat Docks
Contact: Lisa Dover Phone: 256-549-0900

April 28 - May 2, 2010

Key West Songwriters' Festival

The 15th-annual showcase of musical magic features 100 of America’s foremost performing songwriters, with 30 concerts staged in intimate, audience-friendly island settings.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Key West

MAY 2010

May 1 - 2, 2010 -- Time: 10: AM - 4: PM

Huntsville Alabama Spring Pilgrimage

May 1-2, 2010 Huntsville Alabama Spring Pilgrimage 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 800-772-2348, www.huntsvillepilgrimage.org)
Event's Official Web Page Location: Huntsville

May 7 - 8, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 PM

Widespread Panic in Concert at The Wharf

Doors Open at 6:00pm, Show Starts at 7:00pm, With Special Guest: Band of Horses, Widespread Panic finishes it's Spring Tour in Orange Beach - You don't want to miss the concert of the season! Since their inception in Athens, GA in 1986, Widespread Panic has risen to elite status among American jam bands. Following in the steps of other southern rock jam bands such as The Allman Brothers, they have influences from the southern rock, blues-rock, progressive rock, funk and hard rock genres.
Location: The Wharf - Gulf Shores

May 8, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Bluegrass Festival - Antique Car Show and Seaplane Fly-In

Featuring "The Cadillacs" and other bands. Food provided by Pop's Bar-B-Que. Aviation fuel available. Free pontoon boat rides. No admission charge. Coordinates: 34 53.955N 87 35.180W. Ten miles north of MSL.
Location: Residence of Dennis & Carolyn Odem
Contact: Denis Odem Phone: 256-767-0096

May 8, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM

Perdido Bay Power Squadron Poker Run

Event's Official Web Page Location: Barber's Marina
Contact: Bill Young Phone: 251-961-1791

May 10 - 12, 2010

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Smith Lake

This clean will target large blocks of Styrofoam. The cleanup will be based out of the Smith Dam Boat Launch. Volunteers should contact the coordinator for details. Contact: John Kulbitskas at 205-384-5415 or 205-902-4222
Location: Smith Dam Boat Launch
Contact: John Kulbitskas Phone: 205-384-5415

May 15, 2010

Annual Spring Poker Run

$100 entry fee for Captain and 1st Mate
Location: Hales Bar Marina - Nickajack Lake

May 15 - 16, 2010

Pickwick Ride And Reside

Boat, Home and Travel Show at Pickwick Landing State Park. This year's entertainment includes the Banana Derby.
Location: Pickwick Landing State Park

May 18, 2010 -- Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Annual Lake Lanier Association membership meeting

The Lake Lanier Association will hold its annual membership meeting. The meeting will begin at 5:30 pm with a light refreshments followed by the program from 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm. The association’s Board of Directors will update the membership on the association’s current activities and events.
Location: Lakeview Center, 2057 Dawson Forest Rd., E, Dawsonville

May 21 - 22, 2010

Seaplanes Over Guntersville Annual Fly-In

On May 21-22, 2010 the City of Guntersville, Guntersville Municipal Airport and the Alabama Water Patrol will sponsor the annual Guntersville Fly In held at the Guntersville Municipal Airport. A new beach area and docks are being prepared for an expected 30 seaplanes at the airport. The air will be filled with seaplanes at Guntersville Alabama airport over the Tennessee River. The annual Guntersville Seaplane Fly In will feature Jack Brown's Seaplane School, "on location". A week long event begins with seaplane training on May 16-20. Ground school, dual flight and check ride is included for $1,500. A current medical and at least a private pilot rating is required to enroll for your seaplane rating training. Events for the Fly In weekend include: Hangar Party, Poker Run, Seaplane Rally, Spot Landing and Water Bombing contests, complimentary photo of your plane flying by the Guntersville State Park, Social events and lunch at the lodge, plus much more. Fly In (8A1) or drive into the Guntersville Airport. Splash-in coordinates 34 24.26N 86 16.10W
Location: Guntersville Municipal Airport
Contact: Matt Metcalfe Phone: 256-302-4021

May 22, 2010 -- Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

2nd Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta Races

A fundraiser for Randolph County Animal Shelter at the Chimney Cove Boat Show: Fee for participants only. You (and your crew) build a cardboard boat of your own design...get inside it and row it around the river buoys...for awards and fame. Visit the website for forms, boat building manual, photos/vid from last year's hilarity. Come join our boat building clinic 1/30/2010 and we'll show you how to build a boat. It's lots more fun being in the race than watching it.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Wedowee
Contact: Patt High Phone: 256 363-1056

May 22, 2010 -- Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Evening Lake Tour

Evening Lake Tour
Location: True Adventure Sports

May 22, 2010 -- Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

3rd Annual Valley Day on the River Festival

The City of Valley will celebrate its 30th Anniversary. As part of our celebration, we will be having our 3rd Annual Valley Day on the River Festival on Saturday, May 22 at the Historic Shawmut Airport. This event has been a huge success the past 2 years with crowds of up to 9,000 people, and we're expecting an even bigger turnout this year! The event will start at 12:00 noon EST and will feature a BBQ Cook-Off sanctioned by the Florida Bar-B-Que Association with "Bar-B-Que Experts" coming from across the Southeast to pit their BBQ against the "Best in the South". Other activities will include entertainment for children, craft booths, bingo, Horshoe Contest, Fishing Rodeo, and much, much more. During the day there will be live entertainment provided by Strokin Dixie, Jesse & The Stampede Band, and Razzy Bailey. A great day will end with a great concert featuring Houston County, Matt Kennon, and Lo Cash Cowboys.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Historic Shawmut Airport

May 29 - 30, 2010

Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Festival

Location: Decatur Point Mallard Park

May 29, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Children's Harbor Art on the Lake

Event founded by Beverly McNeil, Event also includes Scavenger Hunt.
Location: Children's Harbor - Hwy 63

May 30, 2010 -- Time: 5:00 PM

Memorial Day Weekend Concert

Headlining Atlanta Rhythm Section with Blackberry Smoke (tentative)
Location: Lake Martin Amphitheater

JUNE 2010

June 1 - 5, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Bankhead Lake

Large item cleanup will be held at various locations during the week. Volunteers should contact coordinators for details. The community cleanup will be Saturday, June 5 from 8:00 a.m. to noon at the Elk Lodge landing. A picnic lunch will follow the cleanup. Contact: Kellie Johnston at 205-264-8461, Black Warrior Clean Water Partnership or Diane Gruman at 205-553-9373, U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Location: Elk Lodge Landing

June 3 - 7, 2010

Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival

Prepare for a pirate uprising at the 55th Billy Bowlegs Festival in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. From June 3 – 7, 2010 many fun happenings will take place during the annual celebration including local/regional bands, torchlight parade, arts/crafts, food, pirates, children’s activities and more. On Thursday June 3rd, there’ll be a Pirate Walk (think of trick-or-treating on Halloween but with pirates) for kids among the merchants of Downtown Fort Walton Beach from 4-7pm. The same night, beginning at 6pm, the 2nd Annual Billy Bowlegs Pub Crawl will begin at participating restaurants and bars. The Billy Bowlegs Festival will take place at Fort Walton Landing (139 Brooks Street, Downtown Fort Walton Beach) from 3pm-10pm on Friday June 4, 2010. Saturday June 5, 2010 festival hours are 10am-10pm andMonday finishes off the festival with the Billy Bowlegs Torchlight Parade at 8pm (at south end of Eglin Pkwy northward to Uptown Station).
Event's Official Web Page Location: Fort Walton Landing

June 5, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 AM

LMRA Annual Meeting

Location: Children's Harbor - Harbor House

June 5, 2010 -- Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Catfish Rodeo

1,500 fish are put into a net and kids 14 and under fish for free.
Location: Lakeside Park

June 8 - 29, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Lock Closure - Melton Hill at Clinch River Mile 231

There is no auxiliary lock to pass traffic during this closure.
Location: Melton Hill Lock and Dam
Contact: USACE - Jeff Ross

June 11, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Jazz Fest (Alexander City)

Artists TBD. The Alex City Jazz Fest is free to the public.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Downtown Alexander City

June 11 - March 19, 2010 -- Time: 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Chattanooga Riverbend Festival

The Riverbend Festival is an internationally award winning 9 day music festival! Located in the heart of Chattanooga, Tennessee there is no better way to enjoy your summer. Riverbend takes place on the 21st Century Waterfront along the Tennessee River. Boasting five stages with over 100 bands featuring world class entertainment ranging from classic rock, jam bands, country, urban and bluegrass! Riverbend draws over 600,000 patrons annually. We offer countless activities to participate in during Riverbend. Come enjoy our Children's Village, Mobile exhibits, Bluecross Riverbend Run and Walk, Marketplace, Fireworks Finale and MUCH MORE!
Event's Official Web Page Location: Chattanooga Riverfront

June 11 - 12, 2010

Gadsden Riverfest

Event's Official Web Page Location: Albert Rains Blvd, Gadsden

June 12, 2010

Louie Bluie Music & Arts Festival

This all-day Festival features a wide variety of music, crafts and storytelling traditions, as well as student art, food and beverages, and a festival t-shirt. Old-time musicians and string bands in the region play throughout the day, along with musicians and actors who were influenced by Campbell County Tennessee native Howard “Louie Bluie” Armstrong.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Cove Lake State Park

June 12, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Jazz Fest (Lake Martin Amphitheater)

Event's Official Web Page Location: Lake Martin Amphitheater

June 12, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Lake Martin Sheriff's Ranch Poker Run

Come join us for the 11th Annual Poker Run Charity Event benefitting the Sheriff's Girl Ranch. Boaters will cruise across Lake Martin to seven different marinas to pick from a deck of cards. The best poker hand at the end of the day will win $5,000.00.
Location: Pleasure Point
Contact: Crysten Martin Phone: 334.750.6201

June 17 - 19, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Smith Lake

Sites to be determined. This cleanup will target large blocks of Styrofoam and hand trash. The community effort will be held on Saturday, June 19 from 8:00 a.m. to noon with a picnic lunch following the cleanup. Volunteers should contact coordinators for details. Contacts: Tom Counts or Allison Cochran at 205-489-5111, U. S. Forest Service
Location: Smith Lake

June 18 - 19, 2010

Secret City Festival

2010 Highlights: Chubby Checker and the 50th Anniversary of The Twist, Daryl Stuermer – Genesis Rewired, Snoopy as the WWI Flying Ace exhibit at the American Museum of Science & Energy, The 65th Anniversary of the End of WWII with special tours of Y-12, K-25 and X-10
Event's Official Web Page Location: 1403 Oak Ridge Tpke Oak Ridge, TN 37830

June 19, 2010

2010 Poker Run

Location: Joe Wheeler State Park

June 19, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 AM

Cardboard Boat Race

Tentatively Schedule, Details TBD
Location: Lakeside Park

June 21, 2010 -- Time: 5:30 PM

Lake Lanier Association Political Forum

Twenty-two incumbents and candidates responded to our invitation to attend the event to address Lake Lanier issues. Around 120 members and guests listened to the candidates’ views. Several candidates were unable to attend because of scheduling conflicts; both the Dawson and Forsyth County commissions held meetings that evening and the Gwinnett commissioners and candidates were previously committed to another function.
Location: Legacy Lodge, Lake Lanier Islands

June 21, 2010

First Day of Summer

June 26, 2010

White Lightning Festival

Featuring a unique mix of music including Americana, Hot Country, Appalachian and String Band Music.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Historic Town of Cumberland Gap

June 26, 2010

Wilcox Riverbank Festival

Location: Roland Cooper State Park

JULY 2010

July 2 - 4, 2010

All American 4th of July Boat Parade

Location: Guntersville City and Lake

July 3, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM

2nd Annual 4th of July Boat Parade

The event will feature boats decorated with an American Theme! Registration will begin Memorial Day weekend at sponsor locations of Lake Wedowee Life Magazine. The cost is $10 to register and the proceeds will benefit the Randolph County Sheriff's Department.
Location: Lake Wedowee
Contact: Kelly Caldwell Phone: 256.276.7959

July 3, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Guntersville's Small Towns and Downtowns Celebration

(small fireworks display)
Location: Signal Point Marina

July 3, 2010

Rockin' the Docks 2010

Event's Official Web Page Location: Lenoir City Park

July 3, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

ART BLAST!!

Artist will be set up their tents. There will be many different mediums represented. This is a 100 % handmade art festival. Fun for all ages. For more information call (574) 457-ARTZ. You will also find us on facebook at Creative Fish Art Gallery & ArtZie Workshop or www.creativefishartgallery.com
Event's Official Web Page Location: 200 E. Pickwick Drive
Contact: Kathleen Boyts Phone: (574) 457-2789

July 4, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

4th of July Blast Concert

Nationwide Coverage, patriotic music provided by Homeland, Other Artists TBD
Location: Lake Martin Amphitheater (Hwy 63)

July 4, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

July 4th Boat Parade

Boats decorated with flags with an Independence Day theme parade from Kowaliga Marina to Childrens Harbor. Judging takes place and awards are given for the most decorated boats in different categories.
Location: Kowaliga Marina to Childrens Harbor

July 4, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

July 4th Fireworks

Fireworks at dark in the Kowaliga Bay area of Lake Martin. This annual event is one of the best fireworks shows in the southeast.
Location: Lake Martin Amphitheater / Kowaliga Bay Area

July 4, 2010 -- Time: 2:00 PM

13th Annual 4th of July Patriotic Boat Parade

Location: Signal Point Marina

July 4, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 PM

Lake Guntersville Firework Display

Location: Signal Point Marina

July 4, 2010

Fireworks at Pickwick

Sponsored by the Hardin County Convention & Visitors Bureau and other local sponsors. Fireworks are shot from Sandy Beach at Pickwick Landing State Park.
Location: Pickwick Landing State Park

July 4, 2010

Freedom on the River

Location: Tombigbee River - City Landing

July 4, 2010

Annual Fourth at the Wharf

Location: The Wharf in Orange Beach

July 4, 2010

July 4th on the Tennessee River

Location: Goose Pond Colony, Scottsboro

July 10, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

4th Annual Ski & Wakeboard Tournament and Expo's

Fundraiser for Randolph County Animal Shelter Food vendors and music. Take a swim and watch, or compete ! Competition in slalom ski and freestyle skiing and wakeboarding. (fee) 24 trophy awards including Killer Crash and Extreme Air. Pro wakeboarder exhibitions. Demos of wakekite and hydrofoiling. Colonel Biggs Alabama Show Ski Team returns to perform their outstanding pyramids and barefoot routines plus their newest act highlighting two 'handicapped' skiers. You will see why we call this act "We CAN do it. No excuses." Location: Chimney Cove, 88 Fireside Drive, Wedowee, AL
Event's Official Web Page Location: Wedowee
Contact: Patt L High Phone: 256 363-1056

July 10, 2010 -- Time: 2:00 PM

The Blue Angels Air Show

The Blue Angels practice over Naval Air Station Pensacola during the show season. The Museum of Naval Aviation at NAS Pensacola has a viewing area for visitors to watch the team practice. The team visits the museum to answer questions and sign autographs after select practices.
Location: Pensacola Beach

July 16 - 18, 2010

Rogersville Blue Grass Festival

Rogersville, AL Location: Rogersville Recreation Park Date: Jul 16-17, 2010 Hours: Friday 4-10 pm Sat 9 am -10 pm Web site: www.rogersvillealabama.com
Location: Rogersville Alabama - minutes from Wheeler Lake and Tennessee River

July 16, 2010 -- Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Evening Lake Tour

Evening Lake Tour
Location: True Adventure Sports

July 17 - 24, 2010 -- Time: 6:30

Handy Music Fest 2010

Handy Fest 2010 July 17 - 24 2010 Come Join the Celebration of Jazz Music at Joe Wheeler State Park Lodge 6:30 p.m. til' For Lodge Reservations Call 256-247-5461 W C Handy Music Festival Jul 2010 (annual event) Having hosted some of the greatest blues talent in the world, Florence's W C Handy Music Festival is a popular summer celebration. The festival encompasses fun-runs, lunches, dinners and fishing competitions as well as live music. Handy is acknowledged by many as being the "father of the blues" and this annual festival commemorates his musical legacy. Held in various venues across town, past performers at the event have included such musical luminaries as Dizzy Gillespie, Ramsey Lewis and Jimmy Smith.
Location: Joe Wheeler State Park and numerous locations in Florence
Phone: 256-247-5461

July 17, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Lion's Lake Martin Charity Poker Run 2010

Location: Ridge Marina to Sinclair's at Kowaliga

July 20 - August 10, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Lock Closure - Fort Loudoun - River Mile 6023

There are no auxiliary locks available to pass traffic during this closure.
Location: Fort Loudoun Lock and Dam
Contact: USACE - Jeff Ross

July 23, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Wags & Whiskers

The Humane Society of Elmore County invites you to join us for our silent auction fundraiser. Admission includes food/fun/drinks/ticket for nice door prizes & more! A great night of fun & fellowship to help the homeless animals in Elmore County. Only $15.00 person / $25.00 couple. Auction items can be viewed at website} www.elmorehumane.com For more details contact Charlie Pope # 334-514-7088 or Rea Cord # 334-567-3377
Event's Official Web Page Location: Wetumpka Civic Center - Downtowm Wetumpka
Contact: Charline Pope Phone: 334-514-7088

July 24, 2010

Aquapalooza at Lake Martin 2010

Location: Kowaliga Bay

July 24 - 31, 2010

14th Annual Tennessee River 600

A pleasure event for personal watercraft (PWC) enthusiasts, has evolved into an annual event with participants representing as many as 19 states. The participants raise money benefiting two children's hospitals and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA). Funds raised from participants and sponsors are divided equally among T.C. Thompson Children's Hospital, Chattanooga, TN; The Children's Hospital, Birmingham, AL; and Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Knoxville, TN to Paris TN

July 29 - 31, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Syracuse Summer Fest

This is a 3 day weekend full of unique events for the entire family. There is a outdoor movie night, bands located at different venus throughout Syracuse. The Syracuse Summer Fest Art Festival will be held on the 31st with artist, bands, food vendors. Each event is designed to include the entire family. For more info call 457-2789 or 528-1602
Event's Official Web Page Location: Wawasee Village
Contact: Kathleen Boyts/Tammy Cotton Phone: (574) 457-2789

Click to e-mail Kathleen Boyts/Tammy Cotton

AUGUST 2010

August 9 - 14, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Holt Lake

Large item cleanup will be held at various locations during the week. Volunteers should contact coordinators for details. The community cleanup will be Saturday, August 14 at Rocky Branch Park in Peterson off Highway 216 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. A picnic lunch will follow the cleanup. Contacts: Kellie Johnston at 205-264-8461, Black Warrior Clean Water Partnership or Diane Gruman at 205-553-9373, U. S. Army Corp of Engineers
Location: Various

August 26, 2010 -- Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Evening Lake Tour

Evening Lake Tour
Location: True Adventure Sports

SEPTEMBER 2010

September 4, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 PM

Labor Day Weekend Bash & Cookout

Location: Signal Point Marina

September 5, 2010

Final Summer Concert

Location: Lake Martin Amphitheater

September 17 - 18, 2010

2010 Jaycees Annual Riverfest

Event's Official Web Page Location: Ingalls Harbor in Decatur

September 23 - 25, 2010

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Lake Eufaula

Information on locations and contacts pending.
Location: TBD

September 23, 2010

First Day of Autumn

September 25, 2010

Lake Lanier Shore Sweep

Details TBD
Location: Various locations around Lanier

September 26, 2010 -- Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Bark in the Park -Wetumpka

Join the Humane Society of Elmore County with the animals, staff , volunteers , supporters for a day filled with fun - food- pet contests with awards - childrens games with lots of prizes- vendors- and more! Adoptable dogs will be available! Micro chip can be purchased. Pony rides. Vendors invited! (vendor application can be found on website } www.elmorehumane.com) Contact Rea Cord for more information.
Location: Fort Toulouse - Wetumka
Contact: Rea Cord Phone: 334-567-3377

OCTOBER 2010

October 1 - 3, 2010

Bayfest Music Festival

Event's Official Web Page Location: Downtown Mobile

October 2, 2010 -- Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Wine Over Water

Wine over water is Tennessee's premier wine-tasting festival, with all proceeds benefiting cornerstones for historic preservation in Chattanooga. Stroll the historic Walnut Street Bridge spanning the scenic Tennessee River – one of the world's longest pedestrian bridges – while sampling wines from over 100 world wineries.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Walnut Street Bridge - Downtown Knoxville

October 4 - 6, 2010

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Smith Lake

This cleanup will target large blocks of Styrofoam. The cleanup will be based at the Smith Dam Boat Launch. Contact coordinator for details.
Location: Smith Dam Boat Launch
Contact: John Kulbitskas Phone: 205-384-5415

October 7 - 10, 2010

39th Annual Shrimp Festival

Celebrating its 39th year in 2010, the Festival attracts over 300,000 people who come to view Fine Arts and Arts & Crafts from over 200 artists during the four day Festival. Two stages offer continuous musical entertainment while the little one's attention is captured in the Children's Activity Village where they create their own art and participate in other fun-filled activities.
Event's Official Web Page Location: At the T in Gulf Shores

October 12 - November 2, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Lock Closure - Watts Bar River Mile 5299

There will be no auxiliary locks to pass traffic during this closure.
Location: Watts Bar Lock and Dam
Contact: USACE - Jeff Ross

October 23, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Lake Mitchell

The cleanup will end at noon followed by a picnic lunch. Contact: Anita Lawson at 205-960-5083 or Lee Bendall at 205-823-2403, Lake Mitchell Homeowners and Boat Owners Association.
Location: Higgins Ferry Park

October 30, 2010 -- Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Evening Lake Tour

Evening Lake Tour
Location: True Adventure Sports

NOVEMBER 2010

November 7, 2010 -- Time: 2:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Daylight Savings Time Ends

The clock is set back one hour at 2:00 AM (First Sunday in November). Remember to winterize your boat(s) If you will not be using them in the winter months. Remember to change smoke detector batteries.

November 13 - 14, 2010 -- Time: 9:30 AM

The Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show

The Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, November 13 & 14, on board Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida. Admission is FREE and the gates open at 8 am each day. The show includes static displays of aircraft of all types, food, beverage and vendor booths, virtual reality experiences and other attractions, including a Kids' Zone, Sony Playstation II gaming area and bungee jumping. Home Depot will also have a Kids Workshop Area with craft projects. The air show begins at 9:45 am, with the Blue Angels slated to fly around 2 pm. The pilots will sign autographs after the show. There is also a night air show on Friday evening. This homecoming will officially be the last year of the Jet Assisted Take-Off (JATO) for Fat Albert Airlines. Fat Albert JATO take-offs have been a tradition for the Blue Angels since Nov 22 1975. Visit the Museum's display area at the air show and climb into our Blue Angel F/A-18 Hornet. Check out other historic aircraft from the Museum's collection including a F-14 Tomcat, a F-4 Phantom and a HU-16 Albatross. Don't miss our special guest appearance of a P-38 Lightning. Visitors are encouraged to use the back gate off of Blue Angel Parkway to enter the base. Patrons may bring chairs, but no coolers, backpacks, food, drinks or pets will be allowed. A handicap area is set aside for wheelchairs only. For those who have never attended an air show, be advised that the aircraft can be VERY noisy and young children need protection for their ears. It can also be windy on the tarmac and layers of clothes are recommended. Gate admission is free. Bleacher seating is available for $5 per person. Because of pre-sold reserved seating for large groups, bleacher seats are usually sold out before noon on Friday and before 11 am on Saturday.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Naval Air Station Pensacola

DECEMBER 2010

December 2 - 5, 2010

Christmas on the River

Demopolis, Alabama's Christmas on the River has grown into one of the Southeast's leading attractions. People travel from coast to coast to see the floats that really float. Each year, events have been added until Christmas on the River has developed into a week long festival. As in years past, we will gather to hear the reading of the Christmas Story in Public Square in Downtown Demopolis, the candlelight tours of our antebellum homes, and the famous championship BBQ cook-off.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Public Square in Downtown Demopolis
Phone: (334) 289-0270

December 4, 2010 -- Time: 7:00 PM

25th Annual Stars on the Water Christmas Boat Parade

Location: Signal Point Marina