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• Rock Climbing Adventure

  Fort Payne | Feb 22, 2012

  Nestled in the NE corner of Alabama are some of the best and unique sandstone cliffs in the country. Come experience first-hand what rock climbing is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction. No prior climbing experience is needed. (3-person minimum) Meet at True Adventure Sports $35/person

• 11th Annual Taste of Homewood

  Homewood | Feb 23, 2012

  Downtown Homewood once again welcomes visitors to come sample offerings of local neighborhood eateries. Beer- and wine-tastings and music are part of the fun. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the event.

• A Little Lunch Music: Cello quartet: Lisa Caravan, Ahrim Kim, Laura Usiskin

  Auburn | Feb 23, 2012

  JCSM hosts a little lunch music performances each Thursday at noon during the fall and spring semesters. For more information on upcoming performances please contact Patrick McCurry at Patrick@luncharm.net.

• Knot Class & Application

  Fort Payne | Feb 23, 2012

  Introduction and instruction to essential knots and their application for camping, rappelling, rock climbing, outdoors survival, and other applications. (3-person minimum) Meet at T.A.S. Training Center. $20/personl.

• Taste of Homewood presented by the Homewood Chamber of Commerce

  Homewood | Feb 23, 2012

  Feb 23, Homewood Taste of Homewood 205-871-5631. www.homewoodchamber.com. Admission charged. Rosewood Hall at SoHo Sq.—With more than 30 of the area’s finest restaurants participating, this is a must-attend event. 5:30-8:30 p.m.

• UAB Faculty Recital: Gene Fambrough

  Birmingham | Feb 23, 2012

  Feb 23, Birmingham UAB Faculty Recital: Gene Fambrough 205-934-7376. www.music.uab.edu. Free. Mary Culp Recital Hall--7:30 p.m.

• Director's Invitational

  Columbiana | Jan 15-Feb 23, 2012

  The Shelby County Arts Council is proud to host the Director’s Invitational Art Exhibit. This exhibit features artwork by the Shelby County Board of Education – Art Educators. The artwork presented will be in a variety of media. The opening reception will be held Sunday, January 15, 2012 at the Shelby County Arts Council gallery at 104 Mildred Street, Columbiana, Alabama. Each year the Arts Council features the works of our area public school art educators as a tribute to the work they do every day in the classroom. Art Educators nurture the creative spirit of the children of Shelby County. Each day they strive to uphold the position of the State of Alabama’s Department of Education on Art Programs: “The languages of the arts are universal and elemental parts of the human experience. Arts education is a fundamental component of the complete education of every Alabama student. Through participation in a quality comprehensive arts education program, students engage in a variety of activities that address multiple learning styles, cultivate multiple intelligences, develop higher-order thinking skills, and generate self-esteem and positive emotional responses to learning” . (Alabama Course of Study: Arts Education) We consider it an honor to celebrate the talent of the Art Educators in Shelby County for their commitment to educating our children. We invite the public to visit the gallery during regular gallery hours. 9-5 M,T, W

• Al Jarreau

  Birmingham | Feb 24, 2012

  Feb 24, Birmingham Al Jarreau 205-975-2787. www.AlysStephens.org. Admission charged. Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center, 1200 10th Ave. S.--Grammy Award winner Jarreau performs with his innovative musical style. 8 p.m.

• Field School Growin' Up Wild: Fuzzy Wuzzy Wuz A Bear

  Fort Payne | Feb 24, 2012

  Join Renee Morrison and volunteers every fourth Friday of the month for fun nature and art programs for preschool age children. No fee; some programs may have limited space, so pre-registration is required. 11 am - Noon

• Madison Hospital Grand Opening Gala

  Madison | Feb 24, 2012

  The Gala will be the culminating grand opening event for Madison Hospital and we invite you to join us, along with dignitaries and guests from across the country, as we formally celebrate this exciting milestone in Madison’s history! The event will feature a champagne reception; live chamber music; tours of the hospital; a formal dinner; a grand opening ceremony; and a commemorative gift for each guest couple. Event proceeds benefit Madison Hospital, opening February 28, 2012. Ticket Price: $100 per person Dress: Black-Tie Optional. 6:30 p.m.

• Decatur Civic Chorus Dinner Theatre "Music from the Sizzlin' Sixties'

  Decatur | Feb 23-24, 2012

  Presented by the Decatur Civic Chorus, Music from the Sizzlin' Sixties will take place on Thursday, February 23rd and Friday, February 24th at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church, 3310 Danville Rd, SW, Decatur. The event starts at 6:00 p.m. each night. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased from Decatur Civic Chorus members, at Jimmy Smith Jewelers or at the church. Reservations are required. For more information, call 256-301-9620 or 256-350-0338.

• Director's Invitational Art Show

  Columbiana | Jan 4-Feb 24, 2012

  Jan 4-Feb 24, Columbiana Director's Invitational Art Show 205 669-0044. www.shelbycountyartscouncil.com. Free. Shelby County Arts Council, 104 Mildred St--Art show featuring the work of Shelby County School system art teachers. Opening Reception: Sun., Jan. 8, 2-4 p.m; exhibit hours: Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

• American Hero Concert

  Centre | Feb 25, 2012

  Concert featuring country artist: Wade Trammell & Leah Seawright with proceeds going to www.woundedwarriorfamily.org.

• Arbor Day

  Montevallo | Feb 25, 2012

  Feb 25, Montevallo Arbor Day 205-665-1519. www.cityofmontevallo.com. Free. Orr Park Recreation Bldg.—More than 1,600 tree seedlings will be available for adoption by residents of Montevallo and the surrounding towns and communities. 9 a.m.-noon.

• Enterprise Area Community Health Fair

  Enterprise | Feb 25, 2012

  Feb 25, Enterprise Enterprise Area Community Health Fair 334-347-0581. www.enterprisealabama.com & www.visitenterprise.com. Free. Enterprise Chamber of Commerce, Inc.--Free blood lipids and PSA tests as well as many other free services and information. Children's activities include face painting, inflatables, health-related activities. A 5k Fun Walk/Run will also take place. 8 a.m.-noon.

• Field School Family Fun Programs: Winter Animals

  Fort Payne | Feb 25, 2012

  Feb 25, Fort Payne Field School Family Fun Programs: Winter Animals 256-782-5697. www.jsu.edu/epic. Free. Little River Canyon Field School Educational/Interpretive Center--Join Renee Morrison and volunteers every fourth Saturday of the month for fun nature programs including hikes, crafts, games, nature talks, activities, and more. No fee; some programs may have limited space, so pre-registration is required. 1-3 pm

• Free Draw

  Auburn | Feb 25, 2012

  Saturday Art Club, for K-12 students: Pencils, paper, charcoal, graphite, erasers, crayons, markers…we’ve got it all for this laid-back session.

• Heritage Arts Festival

  Monroeville | Feb 25, 2012

  Feb 25, Monroeville Heritage Arts Festival 251-575-3754 or 254-575-7433. Old Courthouse Museum & Downtown Sq.--The historic downtown square is transformed into a wonderland of crafts, quilts, woodworking, soul food and art. A fashion show, gospel music, and ethnic dance performances also will be featured. 10 a.m.-4 p.m .

• Hospice of Limestone County Chili Challenge and Silent Auction

  Athens | Feb 25, 2012

  Taste the favorite chili recipes of more than 30 area teams and individuals, and bid on hundreds of items in the silent auction. Enjoy musical entertainment, arts and crafts, and children's activities, too, at this fundrasier for Limestone County Hospice. Tickets are $10; children age 10 and under are admitted free.

• Kiwanis Pancake Day

  Tuscaloosa | Feb 25, 2012

  Pancakes, Sausage, Coffee and Juice, Entertainment, Celebrity Chefs and fun for kids of all ages. Tickets $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Annual Fund Raiser For the Kiwanis Club of Tuscaloosa. Proceeds Benefit Local Youth and Non Profits. Where: 15th Street in Tuscaloosa. Price - Low 4.00 in Advance Price - High 5.00 @ the Door 6am - Noon

• Mt.Cheaha 50 K Ultra Marathon Race

  Delta | Feb 25, 2012

  Feb 25, Delta Mt.Cheaha 50k Ultra Marathon Race 800 846-2654. Cheaha State Park--A point-to-point trail run that finishes in Cheaha State Park at Bald Rock Lodge. Eighty percent of the course is on single track trails with scenic overlooks, creek crossings, lakes, waterfalls, forests. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Orange Beach Seafood Festival and Antique Car Show, 20th Annual

  Orange Beach | Feb 25, 2012

  Tasty Alabama seafood is the draw at this festival. You'll also find local artisans offering handmade wares for sale, along with an impressive auto show showcasing classic cars, hot rods and newer models. This festival is the major fundraising event for the Orange Beach Sports Association to support the city's youth sports activities.

• Rocket Day

  Huntsville | Feb 25, 2012

  Feb 25, Huntsville Rocket Day 256-837-0606. www.sci-quest.org. Admission charged. Sci-Quest Hands-On Science Center—Learn how rockets work by building and launching your own water rocket on site or making your own rocket at home and bringing it to the launch. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

• Russell Forest Run

  Alexander City | Feb 25, 2012

  Feb 25, Alexander City Russell Forest Run 256-397-1019. www.russellforestrun.com. Fee for participants only. Russell Crossroads—Run the soft clay trails and see beautiful Lake Martin during this Russell Forest 10k and 5k benefit run for Alexander City Schools Education Foundation. 7:45 a.m.

• The Chieftains

  Birmingham | Feb 25, 2012

  Feb 25, Birmingham The Chieftains 205-975-2787. www.AlysStephens.org. Admission charged. Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center--ASC favorite and six-time Grammy winners, The Chieftains are recognized for bringing their own versions of traditional Irish music to the world’s attention. Continue the evening with an ASC After Party in the Odess Theatre featuring live Irish music, Irish ales and brews, and desserts. 8:00 p.m.

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