Events Calendar for Huntsville and North Alabama

This Sunday, May 25th, United Women of Color invites you to a Community Day of Reflection and Unity at Westlawn in Huntsville, from 1 to 4 PM. We’re honoring the 5th anniversary of George Floyd’s death with a family-friendly day filled with food, music, games, art, and remembrance. You can come build community, celebrate life, and stand for justice—together. Information at bit.ly/community_joy

GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Steve Earle, a defining voice in Americana, folk, and country music for over four decades, will perform at the historic Princess Theatre on May 25. Known for his storytelling and songcraft, Earle continues to influence generations of musicians. Information at www.princesstheatre.org.

Weatherly Heights Baptist Church offers free English and citizenship classes every Wednesday morning beginning August 9. Classes are from 9:30 to 12:00. childcare is provided. Advanced registration not required. For information on evening and zoom classes, text 256 656-3173 or email weatherlyesl@gmail.com

Eric Johanson will perform at The Princess Theatre on May 28 at 7:00 p.m., showcasing his blend of blues-rock, songwriting, and guitar work. His music draws from rock, roots, and modern influences, creating a dynamic and soulful sound. Information at www.princesstheatre.org.

The Greene Street Market at Nativity opens for its 15th season beginning May 1. It will take place every Thursday afternoon starting at 3 pm through the end of October. You're invited to meet the farmers who grow your food, listen to live music, and pick out a dinner to take home! The Market features locally grown vegetables, fruit, cheeses, crafts, and artisan made goods. Information at green (e) street market.com and on facebook.

Biergarten is back at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center! Each Thursday from 5 to 7:30 p.m., the Rocket Center is serving authentic German food and beverages under the Saturn V Moon Rocket in the Davidson Center for Space Exploration. The event is open to the public and a different community non-profit is featured each week. Information at RocketCenter.Com.

The 21st Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival will be held Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1st. This event includes a Casino night, workshops and swing dancing with live music. Some of Huntsville’s and Muscle Shoals’ biggest names will perform under Orion’s Apollo Dome. Vendors, food trucks and kids activities are open to the public. This rain or shine event raises money for music in local schools. Information at CigarBoxGuitarFestival.com

The Greater Huntsville Section of the National Council of Negro Women announce their first ever Shades of Purple Fun Run! Line up will begin at 7:45 am with the race starting promptly at 8 am on Saturday, May 31st, at John Hunt Park Cross Country Course, located in South Huntsville. This race gives back to the community by supporting causes and providing health initiative programs that bring awareness to the importance of immunity health. Race day, there will be line dance activities, prizes and give- aways for finishers. There will be light snacks for participants at no cost. Information at, https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/shades-of-sisterhood-5k-immunity-in-motion

The Muscle Shoals Sailing Club is offering a sailing seminar May 31st to June 1st. This includes both classroom and on-the-water instruction at the club site on Wilson Lake near Killen, Alabama. No previous boating experience is necessary and the class is family friendly. Information at muscleshoalssailingclub.org, on Facebook or 719-213-7244.

The North Alabama EuroBrit Motoring Society will host the 22nd Annual EuroBrit Auto and Bike Expo at Dublin Park in Madison, AL, on Saturday, May 31 from 9 AM until 1 PM, with vehicle registration starting at 8 AM. The show will feature both classic and modern European and British vehicles and is family friendly and open to the public. Information is available on NABMS.org and on Facebook.

The 21st Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival will be held Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1st. This event includes a Casino night, workshops and swing dancing with live music. Some of Huntsville’s and Muscle Shoals’ biggest names will perform under Orion’s Apollo Dome. Vendors, food trucks and kids activities are open to the public. This rain or shine event raises money for music in local schools. Information at CigarBoxGuitarFestival.com

The 4th Huntsville Choral Festival will feature a new work by Mark Hayes in the Baroque style, conducted by Jason Max Ferdinand. The Festival Concert is Saturday, May 31, at 5:30 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church. Singers can register now for the opportunity to sing at this festival. Information at hsvmasterchorale.org.

The Muscle Shoals Sailing Club is offering a sailing seminar May 31st to June 1st. This includes both classroom and on-the-water instruction at the club site on Wilson Lake near Killen, Alabama. No previous boating experience is necessary and the class is family friendly. Information at muscleshoalssailingclub.org, on Facebook or 719-213-7244.

The 21st Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival will be held Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1st. This event includes a Casino night, workshops and swing dancing with live music. Some of Huntsville’s and Muscle Shoals’ biggest names will perform under Orion’s Apollo Dome. Vendors, food trucks and kids activities are open to the public. This rain or shine event raises money for music in local schools. Information at CigarBoxGuitarFestival.com

The Huntsville Youth Orchestra invites you to the Tennessee Valley Music Festival, June 1st through 7th at Trinity United Methodist Church in Huntsville. This day festival welcomes all levels of string students—children and adults—as well as intermediate and advanced woodwinds, brass, and percussion students with at least two years of experience. Throughout the week, students will work closely with professional musicians from across the country, refining their skills in string orchestra, full orchestra, wind ensemble, chamber music, and more. Information at hsvyo.org

The Huntsville Youth Orchestra invites you to the Tennessee Valley Music Festival, June 1st through 7th at Trinity United Methodist Church in Huntsville. This day festival welcomes all levels of string students—children and adults—as well as intermediate and advanced woodwinds, brass, and percussion students with at least two years of experience. Throughout the week, students will work closely with professional musicians from across the country, refining their skills in string orchestra, full orchestra, wind ensemble, chamber music, and more. Information at hsvyo.org

The Huntsville Youth Orchestra invites you to the Tennessee Valley Music Festival, June 1st through 7th at Trinity United Methodist Church in Huntsville. This day festival welcomes all levels of string students—children and adults—as well as intermediate and advanced woodwinds, brass, and percussion students with at least two years of experience. Throughout the week, students will work closely with professional musicians from across the country, refining their skills in string orchestra, full orchestra, wind ensemble, chamber music, and more. Information at hsvyo.org

The Huntsville Youth Orchestra invites you to the Tennessee Valley Music Festival, June 1st through 7th at Trinity United Methodist Church in Huntsville. This day festival welcomes all levels of string students—children and adults—as well as intermediate and advanced woodwinds, brass, and percussion students with at least two years of experience. Throughout the week, students will work closely with professional musicians from across the country, refining their skills in string orchestra, full orchestra, wind ensemble, chamber music, and more. Information at hsvyo.org

The Greene Street Market at Nativity opens for its 15th season beginning May 1. It will take place every Thursday afternoon starting at 3 pm through the end of October. You're invited to meet the farmers who grow your food, listen to live music, and pick out a dinner to take home! The Market features locally grown vegetables, fruit, cheeses, crafts, and artisan made goods. Information at green (e) street market.com and on facebook.

The Huntsville Youth Orchestra invites you to the Tennessee Valley Music Festival, June 1st through 7th at Trinity United Methodist Church in Huntsville. This day festival welcomes all levels of string students—children and adults—as well as intermediate and advanced woodwinds, brass, and percussion students with at least two years of experience. Throughout the week, students will work closely with professional musicians from across the country, refining their skills in string orchestra, full orchestra, wind ensemble, chamber music, and more. Information at hsvyo.org