Coastal Town Events

The first Strand Sessions of 2020 features the Blake Catrair Band.

Live music in Strand Park on the FIRST THURSDAY of the month - June, July, August and September.

6 - 8:30 pm | BYOB | Free to attend!

National Marina Days is a nationwide boating event dedicated to grow boating participation across North America. Marinas collaborate to hold events to introduce the public to boating through on-water and land-side activities at marinas in every corner of the country.

Rain or Shine Flea Market Event open 6 am - 2 pm - GREAT FOOD & SHOPPING! Plan on eating breakfast, lunch and taking something home for dinner! A great variety of food and snacks! No dogs allowed

June 6th from 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market will begin! We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Chuck Roberts Peachtree Prebyterian Church 

An annual fundraising event for law enforcement equiptment and training. Rodeo week includes a parade, free pony ride for kids, street dance and fashion show. Special Needs Rodeo, Miss Limestone Queen Pageant, plus all the traditional rodeo events. Over 425 competitors from Canada and the US. Over $60,000 in added prize money. IPRA sanctioned. Largest outdoor rodeo east fo the Mississippi River.

Tickets

register.alabamabasstrail.org

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Keith Thompson  Canterbury UMC 

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

Boat Parade around the lake.  Fly your candidate's flags and show your American spirit and patriotism. All boats and personal watercraft are welcome.  Come on out and have some fun!

Parade route to be announced.

Boat Parade around the lake.  Fly your candidate's flags and show your American spirit and patriotism. All boats and personal watercraft are welcome.  Come on out and have some fun!

Parade route to be announced.

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Lawson Bryan  Resident Bishop, South GA 

Father's Day Weekend 

Tuscumbia Pays Tribute to America’s “First Lady of Courage”

Each year the town of Tuscumbia pays tribute to one of its heroic natives with a six-day celebration attracting thousands of visitors from across the country. The annual Helen Keller Festival celebrates the life of Helen Keller and her remarkable achievements in overcoming a world of silence. The 38th annual event is set for June 2020 in Spring Park in downtown Tuscumbia.

Cemetery tours, a parade and street party, live music featuring the Atlanta Rhythm Section and Phil Vassar, an arts and crafts show, sporting events and activities for children are all on the agenda for the six-day celebration.

June 26-July 11 2020
Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm
Gates open at 6:30 pm for a free tour of the home and grounds with ticket.

Admission- Reserve Seats-$15.00
Group Rates (20) or more (Reserved Seats)- $13.00
General Admission-$10.00

**SPECIAL SEATING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST FOR PERSONS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS**
Please give 2 weeks notice if you need special seating.

Tuscumbia Pays Tribute to America’s “First Lady of Courage”

Each year the town of Tuscumbia pays tribute to one of its heroic natives with a six-day celebration attracting thousands of visitors from across the country. The annual Helen Keller Festival celebrates the life of Helen Keller and her remarkable achievements in overcoming a world of silence. The 38th annual event is set for June 2020 in Spring Park in downtown Tuscumbia.

Cemetery tours, a parade and street party, live music featuring the Atlanta Rhythm Section and Phil Vassar, an arts and crafts show, sporting events and activities for children are all on the agenda for the six-day celebration.

June 26-July 11 2020
Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm
Gates open at 6:30 pm for a free tour of the home and grounds with ticket.

Admission- Reserve Seats-$15.00
Group Rates (20) or more (Reserved Seats)- $13.00
General Admission-$10.00

**SPECIAL SEATING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST FOR PERSONS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS**
Please give 2 weeks notice if you need special seating.

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From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Charles Stegall  First UMC, Montgomery

The second Strand Sessions of 2020 features Daniel Bowden.

Live music in Strand Park on the FIRST THURSDAY of the month - June, July, August and September.

6 - 8:30 pm | BYOB | Free to attend!

Rain or Shine Flea Market Event open 6 am - 2 pm - GREAT FOOD & SHOPPING! Plan on eating breakfast, lunch and taking something home for dinner! A great variety of food and snacks! No dogs allowed

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

John Ed Mathison  John Ed Mathison Leadership Ministries

Independence Day Weekend 

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Lee Domingue Church of the Highlands 

In this unforgettable show that inspired a movie and a sequel, the story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels an enchanting tale of love, laughter, and friendship. When a young woman wants to invite the father she’s never known to her wedding, she hatches a plan to uncover the mystery of her origins. Together, a mother, a daughter, and three possible dads, find themselves taking a trip down the aisle you'll never forget!

• Thursday, July 16 @ 7:30 p.m. *Pay-What-You-Can Dress Rehearsal
• Friday, July 17 @ 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, July 18 @ 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday, July 19 @ 2:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 22 @ 2:00 p.m.
• Thursday, July 23 @ 7:30 p.m.
• Friday, July 24 @ 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, July 25 @ 2:00 p.m.
• Sunday, July 26 @ 2:00 p.m.

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Stephen Phelan  Pastor, Movement Mtg.

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Andy Wolfe, Pator Emeritus  Trinity UMC

Rain or Shine Flea Market Event open 6 am - 2 pm - GREAT FOOD & SHOPPING! Plan on eating breakfast, lunch and taking something home for dinner! A great variety of food and snacks! No dogs allowed

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Chuck Hasty  Grace Presbyterian 

The third Strand Sessions of 2020 features Tony Brook.

Live music in Strand Park on the FIRST THURSDAY of the month - June, July, August and September.

6 - 8:30 pm | BYOB | Free to attend!

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Jeremiah Castille  Jeremiah Castille Foundation 

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Charles Gattis  Retired, Owen's Crossroads UMC

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

To Be Announced.

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Mike Densmore  Alexander City First UMC Trinity Campus

Live music in Strand Park on the FIRST THURSDAY of the month - June, July, August and September.

6 - 8:30 pm | BYOB | Free to attend!

Rain or Shine Flea Market Event open 6 am - 2 pm - GREAT FOOD & SHOPPING! Plan on eating breakfast, lunch and taking something home for dinner! A great variety of food and snacks! No dogs allowed

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

Our Derby Day party is like none other. We encourage everyone to wear some Derby attire, from sear sucker suits and buckskin shoes to unique hats, there are prizes for great all! We have the most awesome mint juleps, pimento cheese stuffed eggs, a sweet or two and more. If you haven’t been to Derby Day at The Stables, why not give it a try! It is fun, we do raise money for our friends at Children’s Harbor (Ask for details, but it involves you bringing a few five-dollar bills along.), and if you choose, you don’t have to spend a dime.

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Mickey Morgan  Retired, UMC Birmingham 

Labor Day Weekend 

(Walker County)

Renew Our Rivers began in 2000 as a community river cleanup organized by Alabama Power employees from Plant Gadsden concerned about litter found along the Coosa River. Today, Renew Our Rivers is one of the nation’s largest river cleanups. With the help of local community partners, volunteers and organizations, Alabama Power has coordinated more than 117,000 volunteers and removed 15.5 million pounds of trash from Southeastern waterways. This year more than 30 cleanups are planned through November on the Alabama, Black Warrior, Cahaba, Chattahoochee, Coosa, Mobile and Tallapoosa rivers.

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Mark Jackson  Retired, Mulder UMC

(Cullman County)

Renew Our Rivers began in 2000 as a community river cleanup organized by Alabama Power employees from Plant Gadsden concerned about litter found along the Coosa River. Today, Renew Our Rivers is one of the nation’s largest river cleanups. With the help of local community partners, volunteers and organizations, Alabama Power has coordinated more than 117,000 volunteers and removed 15.5 million pounds of trash from Southeastern waterways. This year more than 30 cleanups are planned through November on the Alabama, Black Warrior, Cahaba, Chattahoochee, Coosa, Mobile and Tallapoosa rivers.

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

John Hill  Flint Hill UMC 

(Winston County)

Renew Our Rivers began in 2000 as a community river cleanup organized by Alabama Power employees from Plant Gadsden concerned about litter found along the Coosa River. Today, Renew Our Rivers is one of the nation’s largest river cleanups. With the help of local community partners, volunteers and organizations, Alabama Power has coordinated more than 117,000 volunteers and removed 15.5 million pounds of trash from Southeastern waterways. This year more than 30 cleanups are planned through November on the Alabama, Black Warrior, Cahaba, Chattahoochee, Coosa, Mobile and Tallapoosa rivers.

From 7 am till 11 am the Alexander City Farmers Market. We will be taking every precaution to social distance...tents 10 feet apart, one entrance in and out, free bags for each person, gloves for the farmers and 2 hand washing stations. Come out and support our local farmers and get some delicious fresh produce!

As we ease back into our normal church services, we ask that you take the following precautions to ensure we keep our community safe and healthy:

As recommended by state and local authorities, we will be practicing the six feet social distancing guidelines between families. Although our usual pew seating capacity will be impacted, seating in the surrounding pine straw/yard areas will be available as always. We encourage you to bring chairs, blankets, and/or towels for your families. Face coverings are recommended as extra protection for our vulnerable populations who might be in attendance.

Mike Holly  Bluff Park UMC

Workshop with local artist Mr. Perry Austin.

www.perryaustinfineart.com

Rain or Shine Flea Market Event open 6 am - 2 pm - GREAT FOOD & SHOPPING! Plan on eating breakfast, lunch and taking something home for dinner! A great variety of food and snacks! No dogs allowed

Renew Our Rivers began in 2000 as a community river cleanup organized by Alabama Power employees from Plant Gadsden concerned about litter found along the Coosa River. Today, Renew Our Rivers is one of the nation’s largest river cleanups. With the help of local community partners, volunteers and organizations, Alabama Power has coordinated more than 117,000 volunteers and removed 15.5 million pounds of trash from Southeastern waterways. This year more than 30 cleanups are planned through November on the Alabama, Black Warrior, Cahaba, Chattahoochee, Coosa, Mobile and Tallapoosa rivers.

Marlin Glover at
770-445-0824

Renew Our Rivers began in 2000 as a community river cleanup organized by Alabama Power employees from Plant Gadsden concerned about litter found along the Coosa River. Today, Renew Our Rivers is one of the nation’s largest river cleanups. With the help of local community partners, volunteers and organizations, Alabama Power has coordinated more than 117,000 volunteers and removed 15.5 million pounds of trash from Southeastern waterways. This year more than 30 cleanups are planned through November on the Alabama, Black Warrior, Cahaba, Chattahoochee, Coosa, Mobile and Tallapoosa rivers.

HOST: Alexander City Chamber of Commerce

Renew Our Rivers began in 2000 as a community river cleanup organized by Alabama Power employees from Plant Gadsden concerned about litter found along the Coosa River. Today, Renew Our Rivers is one of the nation’s largest river cleanups. With the help of local community partners, volunteers and organizations, Alabama Power has coordinated more than 117,000 volunteers and removed 15.5 million pounds of trash from Southeastern waterways. This year more than 30 cleanups are planned through November on the Alabama, Black Warrior, Cahaba, Chattahoochee, Coosa, Mobile and Tallapoosa rivers.

Renew Our Rivers began in 2000 as a community river cleanup organized by Alabama Power employees from Plant Gadsden concerned about litter found along the Coosa River. Today, Renew Our Rivers is one of the nation’s largest river cleanups. With the help of local community partners, volunteers and organizations, Alabama Power has coordinated more than 117,000 volunteers and removed 15.5 million pounds of trash from Southeastern waterways. This year more than 30 cleanups are planned through November on the Alabama, Black Warrior, Cahaba, Chattahoochee, Coosa, Mobile and Tallapoosa rivers.