JULY 2008
Alexander City Farmer's Market . Saturdays, through October. Local growers exhibit and sell their fruits, vegetables and plants in the third year for this event. Located at the fountain on Broad Street . For information, call 256-329-9227 MainStreet Alexander City
1-31: Mamie's Place Children's Library Summer Reading Program Special guests and programs for children to enjoy. The theme for 2008: “Catch the Reading Bug”. 9am to 6pm browse www.alexandercityonline.com/library or call 256-329-6796
1-31: Library Exhibit Series : Adelia M. Russell Library. Our year-long Library Exhibit Series encompasses poetry readings and book signings. Special exhibits in the past have included the Smithsonian Exhibit, Vietnam Memorial Exhibit and All About Quilts. Instructional tours for Classrooms and social clubs are available. Please call for details. 256-329- 6796 8am - 7pm or browse www.alexandercityonline.com/library
24th: Community Health Screening
Medical Park Family Care will host a community health screening from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, 1034 S Tallassee Street, Dadeville. For information, contact Sandra Patten, 256-329-7145
July 26: Showcase of Homes Tour
10:00 to 5:00 pm: Register to win the GRAND PRIZE that will be given away at 5:00 pm. Registration cards are available in all Showcase Homes throughout the Showcase events.
July 26: Aquapalooza 2008 and Lions Lake Martin Poker Run
2:30 to 8:00 pm. Kowaliga Basin @ Kowaliga Bridge. All-day event with fun, food and musical entertainment in front of Sinclair’s Kowaliga and Kowaliga Marina. Music provided by Land Sharks and The Sweet Young’uns. Poker run begins at 8:00 am.
July 27: Showcase of Homes Tour
12:00 to 5:00. Glynmere Clubhouse from 1:30 to 3:30 pm, outdoor cooking demonstration by Chris Doggett, Executive Chef at Willow Point Golf and Country Club. Music provided by Jonathan Bloom.
AUGUST 2008
Alexander City Farmer's Market . Saturdays, through October. Local growers exhibit and sell their fruits, vegetables and plants in the third year for this event. Located at the fountain on Broad Street . For information, call 256-329-9227 MainStreet Alexander City
1-31: Library Exhibit Series : Adelia M. Russell Library. Our year-long Library Exhibit Series encompasses poetry readings and book signings. Special exhibits in the past have included the Smithsonian Exhibit, Vietnam Memorial Exhibit and All About Quilts. Instructional tours for Classrooms and social clubs are available. Please call for details. 256-329-6796 8am - 7pm or browse www.alexandercityonline.com/library
Aug 9: Russell Lands Concert Series
Rolling Stones and Beatles Tribute Concert, featuring Sticky Fingers and The Return as they present the hits of the Stones and Beatles to Lake Martin. Children 12 and under admitted free with adult. Non-alcoholic concessions on site. Tickets purchased through Ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets including Publix, Fry and Coconuts Music and Movie Stores. Call 205-715-6000 or 800-277-1700. Tickets also available at the gate. Highway 63, 1 mile south of Kowaliga Bridge. www.lmat.org
16th : MainStreet Alexander City Auction: 12th Annual auction benefiting MainStreet and the promotion of local events and historic downtown Alexander City . Evening begins at 6pm with preview party, art show and silent auction. Followed by Live Auction. Tickets available at local businesses . Call for Information 256-329-9227
23rd : Living History , Horseshoe Bend National Military Park . The 9th Annual ‘Muster on the Tallapoosa ' begins at 9:30 am . Features various activities during the day, including living history camps of the Creek and Cherokee Indians and the Tennessee Militia. Guest speakers offer insight into the Creek War. This free event is a must for historians. 256-234-7111
Aug 31: Russell Lands Concert Series
Labor Day Weekend Concert Featuring Sister Hazel Also appearing, The Hogg Mountain Lugnuts. Children 12 and under admitted free with adult. Non-alcoholic concessions on site. Tickets purchased through Ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets including Publix, Fry and Coconuts Music and Movie Stores. Call 205-715-6000 or 800-277-1700. Tickets also available at the gate, if not sold out prior to event. Highway 63, 1 mile south of Kowaliga Bridge. www.lmat.org
SEPTEMBER 2008
Alexander City Farmer's Market . Saturdays, through October. Local growers exhibit and sell their fruits, vegetables and plants in the third year for this event. Located at the fountain on Broad Street . For information, call 256-329-9227 MainStreet Alexander City
1-30: Horizons Arts & Humanities Lecture Series Lecture and discussion series featuring various speakers, authors and discussion groups. Alexander City Board of Education Building @ 1:30 pm . Call 256-234-8675 for late season topics and information.
1-30: Library Exhibit Series : Adelia M. Russell Library. Our year-long Library Exhibit Series encompasses poetry readings and book signings. Special exhibits in the past have included the Smithsonian Exhibit, Vietnam Memorial Exhibit and All About Quilts. Instructional tours for Classrooms and social clubs are available. Please call for details. 256-329-6796 8am - 7pm or browse www.alexandercityonline.com/library
OCTOBER 2008
Alexander City Farmer's Market . Saturdays, through October. Local growers exhibit and sell their fruits, vegetables and plants in the third year for this event. Located at the fountain on Broad Street . For information, call 256-329-9227 MainStreet Alexander City
1-31: Horizons Arts & Humanities Lecture Series Lecture and discussion series featuring various speakers, authors and discussion groups. Alexander City Board of Education Building @ 1:30 pm . Call 256-234-8675 for late season topics and information.
1-31: Library Exhibit Series : Adelia M. Russell Library. Our year-long Library Exhibit Series encompasses poetry readings and book signings. Special exhibits in the past have included the Smithsonian Exhibit, Vietnam Memorial Exhibit and All About Quilts. Instructional tours for Classrooms and social clubs are available. Please call for details. 256-329-6796 8am - 7pm or browse www.alexandercityonline.com/library
6-10th : Sarah Towery Art Colony : Two nationally recognized artists headline a workshop for adults. The instructors for 2008 will be plein air artist, Roger Dale Brown & Southwestern artist, painter & photographer Holly Roberts. On Thursday evening, a reception honoring Miss Sarah will be held at Children's Harbor; public is invited. All attendees may tour the artists' studios & see the award-winning paintings from the workshop. For more information, visit our website at www.alartcolony.org .
13th : Oktoberfest. A community favorite, the 28th Annual Oktoberfest day-long celebration features local arts and crafts, great food, entertainment, Kid-Fest children's activities, sports programs, huge antique car show by the Alex City Cruisers and much more. Held at the Charles E. Bailey Sr. Sportplex. 256-329-6736
NOVEMBER 2008
1-30: Horizons Arts & Humanities Lecture Series Lecture and discussion series featuring various speakers, authors and discussion groups. Alexander City Board of Education Building @ 1:30 pm . Call 256-234-8675 for late season topics and information.
1-30: Library Exhibit Series : Adelia M. Russell Library. Our year-long Library Exhibit Series encompasses poetry readings and book signings. Special exhibits in the past have included the Smithsonian Exhibit, Vietnam Memorial Exhibit and All About Quilts. Instructional tours for Classrooms and social clubs are available. Please call for details. 256-329-6796 8am - 7pm or browse www.alexandercityonline.com/library
9th : Annual Holiday Open House An annual treat for over four decades, the Holiday Open House attracts visitors from across the Lake Martin area. Local businesses open their doors from 1pm to 5pm and showcase the season's most festive holiday decorations and merchandise.
9th : Alexander City Veterans Day Services Join the Mayor and city leaders at Veterans Memorial Park at the Charles E. Bailey Sr. Sportplex. View the various memorials to our veterans at the Korean War Memorial, ….etc….etc… Sunday afternoon at 2:00pm . Visit the memorials to the Confederacy, WW I & II, Korea , Viet Nam and Desert Storm.
25th : Annual Welcome to SANTA MainStreet Alexander City sponsors this time-honored downtown event. At the fountain on Broad Street. Call 256-329-9227 for details.
DECEMBER 2008
1-31: Library Exhibit Series : Adelia M. Russell Library. Our year-long Library Exhibit Series encompasses poetry readings and book signings. Special exhibits in the past have included the Smithsonian Exhibit, Vietnam Memorial Exhibit and All About Quilts. Instructional tours for Classrooms and social clubs are available. Please call for details. 256-329-6796 8am - 7pm or browse www.alexandercityonline.com/library
1st : Annual Hometown Christmas Parade One of East Alabama's largest parades, the participants wind through historic downtown Alexander City beginning at 6pm . Police Honor Guard, Navy Jr. ROTC, elaborate floats, dancing groups, beauty queens, marching bands, horse-riders club and Santa Claus highlight this highly-anticipated annual event. 256-234-3461
NOTE : Every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information given. From time to time, some events may not be held on the days shown due to weather, cancellations, time issues, venue issues or error. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please, whenever possible, telephone ahead to verify date and time of the event you wish to attend.
