Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, Tuscumbia & Florence
(Dates and Times are Subject to Change)

March – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Fountain Show
51 jet water feature dances to lights & music. 30 to 40 minute show.
Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at dusk
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

March – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Attractions – Carousel, Rollercoaster & Train
Imitation steam engine train seats 80 adults or 120 children, 30-horse carousel and Python rollercoaster.
Admission varies
Check schedule on web-site or call
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

April – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Fountain Show
51 jet water feature dances to lights & music. 30 to 40 minute show.
Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at dusk
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

April – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Attractions – Carousel, Rollercoaster & Train
Imitation steam engine train seats 80 adults or 120 children, 30-horse carousel and Python rollercoaster.
Admission varies
Check schedule on web-site or call
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

April 2007 – May, 2008 – Jack-O-Lantern Farm Greenhouses – In-door farmer’s market.
Fresh fruits and vegetables (grown hydroponically) as well as homemade breads, jellies, soaps. Culinary-Center-made products available for purchase.
Free
Every Thursday, 4 pm – 7 pm & Saturday, 9 am – 2 pm
Garage Road – TVA Reservation, Muscle Shoals
For more information: (256) 764-0044 or (256) 248-5325

May – September, 2007 – Water Play Area & Splash Pad
Interactive water fountain, great fun for children
$2 per person
Mon. – Fri., 10 am – 5 pm, Sun., 2 pm – 5 pm
Riverfront Park, Sheffield
For more information: (256) 386-5615
Email: shprec@hiwaay.net

May – September 3, 2207 – Spring Park Splash Pad
Interactive water fountain, great fun for children.
$2 per person
Saturday, 11am – dark, Sun, 1 pm – dark, Mon – Fri, TBA
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 386-5670
www.cityoftuscumbia.org

May – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Fountain Show
51 jet water feature dances to lights & music. 30 to 40 minute show.
Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at dusk
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

May – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Attractions – Carousel, Rollercoaster & Train
Imitation steam engine train seats 80 adults or 120 children, 30-horse carousel and Python rollercoaster.
Admission varies
Check schedule on web-site or call
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

June – September, 2007 – Water Play Area & Splash Pad
Interactive water fountain, great fun for children
$2 per person
Mon. – Fri., 10 am – 5 pm, Sun., 2 pm – 5 pm
Riverfront Park, Sheffield
For more information: (256) 386-5615
Email:shprec@hiwaay.net

June – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Fountain Show
51 jet water feature dances to lights & music. 30 to 40 minute show.
Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at dusk
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

June – September 3, 2207 – Spring Park Splash Pad
Interactive water fountain, great fun for children.
$2 per person
Saturday, 11am – dark, Sun, 1 pm – dark, Mon – Fri, TBA
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 386-5670
www.cityoftuscumbia.org

June – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Attractions – Carousel, Rollercoaster & Train
Imitation steam engine train seats 80 adults or 120 children, 30-horse carousel and Python rollercoaster.
Admission varies
Check schedule on web-site or call
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

June 3 – July 13, 2007 – "You’ve Got That Magic Dust" Art Exhibit
An exhibition of works by members of the Pastel Society of Alabama
$5 adults/$3 students
Mon.- Fri.: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun.: 1- 3 pm
Tennessee Valley Art Center, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 383-0533 or tvaa@comcast.net
www.tvaa.net

June 6 – September, 2007 – Spring Park Market – Up-scale farmers market
Fresh fruits and vegetables as well as homemade breads, jellies, soaps. Shoals Culinary Center-made products available for purchase. Live music and cooking demonstrations.
Free
Every Thursday 4 pm – 7 pm (with the exception of June 21, during the Keller Festival)
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.cityoftuscumbia.org or www.shoalsec.com

June 8 – July 14, 2007 – The Miracle Worker Play
Broadway-style show (out of doors) recounts the efforts of teacher Anne Sullivan to open the world of communication to a blind and deaf child, named Helen Keller.
$10 reserved seating, $7 general admission
Gates open at 7 pm, play begins at 8 pm Fridays and Saturdays Only
Grounds of Helen Keller’s Birthplace, 300 w. North Commons, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 383-4066 or (888) 329-2124
www.helenkellerbirthplace.org, hkeller@hiwaay.net

July – September, 2007 – Water Play Area & Splash Pad
Interactive water fountain, great fun for children
$2 per person
Mon. – Fri., 10 am – 5 pm, Sun., 2 pm – 5 pm
Riverfront Park, Sheffield
For more information: (256) 386-5615
Email: shprec@hiwaay.net

July – September 3, 2207 – Spring Park Splash Pad
Interactive water fountain, great fun for children.
$2 per person
Saturday, 11am – dark, Sun, 1 pm – dark, Mon – Fri, TBA
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 386-5670
www.cityoftuscumbia.org

July – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Fountain Show
51 jet water feature dances to lights & music. 30 to 40 minute show.
Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at dusk
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

July – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Attractions – Carousel, Rollercoaster & Train
Imitation steam engine train seats 80 adults or 120 children, 30-horse carousel and Python rollercoaster.
Admission varies
Check schedule on web-site or call
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

July – September, 2007 – Spring Park Market – Up-scale farmers market
Fresh fruits and vegetables as well as homemade breads, jellies, soaps. Shoals Culinary Center-made products available for purchase. Live music and cooking demonstrations.
Free
Every Thursday 4 pm – 7 pm
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.cityoftuscumbia.org or www.shoalsec.com

July 4, 2007 - Old Fashion 4th of July Walking Parade
Beginning at Fourth Street and proceeding North on Montgomery Avenue to the Standpipe where watermelon and lemonade will be served. A brief stop at the Veterans Memorial for singing the National Anthem and speaker. Prizes for the best decorated bicycles, tricycles, wagons, scooters. Orchestra plays patriotic music under shade of 100 year old oak trees in Gordon Park.
No admission
10:00 a.m.
North Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield
For more information: (256) 383-0250
Email: cpdriskell@cs.com

July 4, 2007 - Spirit of Freedom Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day in the Shoals! Enjoy music entertainment, food and fabulous FIRWORKS (9p.m.) during this all day celebration.
McFarland Park, Florence
Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Admission: Free
Vendor/Entertainment contact: Shoals Radio 256-383-2525

July 5 – August 7, 2007 – Mostly Blues
Area artists create paintings, drawings and sculptures with a musical theme, to set the mood for the W.C. Handy Music Festival
Free
Mon – Fri. 9 am – 4 pm
Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts, Florence
For more information: (256) 760-6379
www.florenceal.org

July 7, 2007 – The Country Shindig
Family oriented Country Music show featuring the host band “Showdown” and a variety of Shoals Area talent.
$7 adults, $5 children 6-12 years, age 5 & under free
Muscle Shoals High School Auditorium, East Avalon Avenue
For more information: Keith Davis (256) 765-2466 Email: kdavis777@juno.com

July 12, 2007 - "A Night With Nick Saban"
University of Alabama Coach Nick Saban will address those in attendance, following a catered dinner. Tickets will go on sale May 1, and will be available from all branches of First Metro Bank. Benefit for Youth Athletics on the Deshler High School Football Program.
Tickets $100 per person; Corporate tables are available.
Deshler Dome (Air-conditioned Gym), Tuscumbia
For more information: Jeff Henry (256) 383-5512

July 12, 13, 14, 19 & 20, 2007 – Will Rogers Follies
This musical is based on the life of the famed Will Rogers, popular humorist and performer. His wry wit and talent are showcased through the format of the old Ziegfeld Follies.
$12 adults, $8 students
7:30 pm
Ritz Theater, Sheffield
For more information: (256) 383-0533 or tvaa@comcast.net
www.tvaa.net

July 20 – 21, 2007 – 11th Annual "Saddle Up for St. Jude"
Features musical concerts on stage both days. Auction, horse-related events such as trail rides, wagon rides, roping, seminars and demonstrations. Benefits St. Jude’s Hospital.
Donations accepted. Entry fees apply.
Gardiner Farm, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 446-5392
Vendor contact: (256) 446-5392
Email: Drjtg64@aol.com

July 20 - 28, 2007 - W.C. Handy Music Festival
A weeklong tribute to the “Father of the Blues”, W.C. Handy. Great Jazz and Blues music can be heard throughout the Shoals at restaurants, theatres, malls, parks and other locations
Admission varies
Location varies
For more information: (256) 766-7642, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.wchandymusicfestival.com

July 28, 2007 - Alabama Music Hall of Fame Summer Concert Series
Pam Tillis, a CMA Vocalist of the Year, Sings hits like "Maybe It Was Memphis", David Frizzell is known for "You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma" and Ronnie McDowell’s "The King is Gone" will make for another great concert.
$25 reserved seating, $20 general admission in advance & $25 day of the show
Grounds of the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, Tuscumbia
Gates open at 5 pm, Show begins at 7 pm.
For more information: (256) 381-4417 or (800) 239-2643 Email: info@alamhof.org
www.alamhof.org

July 30, 2007 -Leave No Trace Awareness Seminar
Alabama Outdoors is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting awareness, appreciation, and respect for woodlands. Photos of the Sipsey Wilderness will be shown. The 7 principals of Leave No Trace will be taught and hang tags given for display on backpacks.
Free
6 pm
For more information, please call Alabama Outdoors at (256) 764-1809

August – September, 2007 – Water Play Area & Splash Pad
Interactive water fountain, great fun for children
$2 per person
Mon. – Fri., 10 am – 5 pm, Sun., 2 pm – 5 pm
Riverfront Park, Sheffield
For more information: (256) 386-5615
Email: shprec@hiwaay.net

August – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Fountain Show
51 jet water feature dances to lights & music. 30 to 40 minute show.
Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at dusk
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

August – September 3, 2207 – Spring Park Splash Pad
Interactive water fountain, great fun for children.
$2 per person
Saturday, 11am – dark, Sun, 1 pm – dark, Mon – Fri, TBA
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 386-5670
www.cityoftuscumbia.org

August – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Attractions – Carousel, Rollercoaster & Train
Imitation steam engine train seats 80 adults or 120 children, 30-horse carousel and Python rollercoaster.
Admission varies
Check schedule on web-site or call
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

August – September, 2007 – Spring Park Market – Up-scale farmers market
Fresh fruits and vegetables as well as homemade breads, jellies, soaps. Shoals Culinary Center-made products available for purchase. Live music and cooking demonstrations.
Free
Every Thursday 4 pm – 7 pm
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.cityoftuscumbia.org or www.shoalsec.com

August 4, 2007 – The Country Shindig
Family oriented Country Music show featuring the host band “Showdown” and a variety of Shoals Area talent.
$7 adults, $5 children 6-12 years, age 5 & under free
Muscle Shoals High School Auditorium, East Avalon Avenue
For more information: Keith Davis (256) 765-2466 Email: kdavis777@juno.com

August 5 – September 9, 2007 – ArtWorks ’07
This exhibit is a multi-media survey of work by Tennessee Valley Art Association artist members.
$5 adults, $3 students
Mon.- Fri.: 9 am – 5 pm, Sun.: 1 – 3 pm
Tennessee Valley Art Center, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 383-0533
For more information: (256) 383-0533 or tvaa@comcast.net
www.tvaa.net

August 6, 2007 – Sound & Taste of the Shoals
This feast for the senses features live musical entertainment by Billy Joe Royal (Down in the Boondocks) along with scrumptious dishes from the best Shoals area restaurants.
Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa Conference Center
Hours: Dinner from 5:30 - 7 p.m., Concert 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $35 or table for ten $350 (includes food and entertainment)
For more information: Alabama Music Hall of Fame (800) 239-2643 or (256) 381-4417

August 11, 2007 – 7th Annual Littleville Fun Fest
Full day of fun and entertainment. Arts and crafts, car and truck show, musical entertainment climaxed by a spectacular fireworks show.
Free
9 am – 10 pm
Littleville Town Hall (surrounding facilities)
For more information: (256) 332-3567
Email: avandivertol@yahoo.com

August 14 – September 24, 2007 – Paintings by Jason Saunders
Includes large plein air oil paintings of Tennessee landscapes
Free
Mon. – Fri. 9 am to 4 pm
Kennedy-Douglass Center of the Arts, Florence
For more information: (256) 760-6379
www.florenceal.org

August 23, 24, 25, 30 & 31, 2007 – First Baptist of Ivy Gap
WWII, six women gather at the church to roll bandages and plan the church’s 75th anniversary. Through a series of humorous discoveries, these six very different women find comfort, forgiveness and redemption in each other.
$10 adults, $6 students
7:30 pm
Ritz Theater, SheffieldFor more information: (256) 383-0533 or tvaa@comcast.net
www.tvaa.net

September, 2007 – Water Play Area & Splash Pad
Interactive water fountain, great fun for children
$2 per person
Mon. – Fri., 10 am – 5 pm, Sun., 2 pm – 5 pm
Riverfront Park, Sheffield
For more information: (256) 386-5615
Email: shprec@hiwaay.net

September 1 – September 3, 2207 – Spring Park Splash Pad
Interactive water fountain, great fun for children.
$2 per person
Saturday, 11am – dark, Sun, 1 pm – dark, Mon – Fri, TBA, Closed after Labor Day
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 386-5670
www.cityoftuscumbia.org

September, 2007 – Spring Park Market – Up-scale farmers market
Fresh fruits and vegetables as well as homemade breads, jellies, soaps. Shoals Culinary Center-made products available for purchase. Live music and cooking demonstrations.
Free
Every Thursday 4 pm – 7 pm
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.cityoftuscumbia.org or www.shoalsec.com

September – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Fountain Show
51 jet water feature dances to lights & music. 30 to 40 minute show.
Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at dusk
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

September – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Attractions – Carousel, Rollercoaster & Train
Imitation steam engine train seats 80 adults or 120 children, 30-horse carousel and Python rollercoaster.
Admission varies
Check schedule on web-site or call
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

September 1, 2007 – The Country Shindig
Family oriented Country Music show featuring the host band “Showdown” and a variety of Shoals Area talent.
$7 adults, $5 children 6-12 years, age 5 & under free
Muscle Shoals High School Auditorium, East Avalon Avenue
For more information: Keith Davis (256) 765-2466 Email: kdavis777@juno.com

September 3, 2007 – Coondog Graveyard Labor Day Celebration
The Coondog graves are freshly decorated. Live music, buck dancing and a liar’s contest.
Free
1 pm – 4 pm
Off U.S. Hwy 72 W & AL Hwy 247, on Coondog Road
For more information: (800) 344-0783 or (256) 383-0783
www.coondogcemetery.com or www.colbertcountytourism.org

September 3, 2007 – 86th Shoals Area Labor Council Labor Day Festivities
Parade at 9 am, activities in the park, State and local leaders speak, as will as Union Reps. Miss & Little Miss Labor Day contest. Prizes will be given all day.
Free
9 am – 5 pm
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 383-2758

September 14, 15 & 16, 2007 – (13th Annual) Trail of Tears Commemoration & Motorcycle Ride
Largest Motorcycle Ride in the South to commemorate the tragic history of the Indian Removal to the west.
Free
Check website for schedule
Chattanooga, TN, Madison, AL, Florence, AL & Waterloo, AL
For more information: www.al-tn-trailoftears.net

September 7 – 8, 2007 – OKA KAPSSA – Return to Cold Water
Native American Festival. Approximately twelve tribes return to their ancestral land in Southeast America at Tuscumbia. Events include hoop dancing, storytelling, drum, stone carving, flute-making, flintknapping, basket making, and pottery. Authentic Native American food. Special lighting of the torches along a banks of Big Spring in the park.
Free
Fri. 9 am – 2 pm, Sat. 10 am – 8:30 pm
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 757-4438, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
Email: Colberttourism@comcast.net

September 18 – 23, 2007 – 73rd Annual North Alabama State Fair
Mid-way, rides, contests, exhibits and entertainment
Admission charged
Tuesday – Friday: 5 pm to mid-night, Saturday - Sunday: Noon-Midnight
South Woodward Ave/U.S Hwy 43 S, Muscle Shoals
For more information: (256) 383-3247
www.northalabamastatefair.org

September 30 – November 9, 2007 – Pens & Puns: the humorous
drawings of Don Stewart
The more you look, the more you see. Tools turn into flowers, and flowers into birds. Ballpoint drawings combine dozens of different objects into delightful shapes and images. $5 adults, $3 students
Mon.- Fri.: 9 am – 5 pm, Sun.: 1 – 3 pm
Tennessee Valley Art Center, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 383-0533For more information: (256) 383-0533 or tvaa@comcast.net
www.tvaa.net

October – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Fountain Show
51 jet water feature dances to lights & music. 30 to 40 minute show.
Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at dusk
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

October – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Attractions – Carousel, Rollercoaster & Train
Imitation steam engine train seats 80 adults or 120 children, 30-horse carousel and Python rollercoaster.
Admission varies
Check schedule on web-site or call
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

October 2007 – May, 2008 – Jack-O-Lantern Farm Greenhouses – In-Door Farmer’s Market.
Fresh fruits and vegetables (grown hydroponically) as well as homemade breads, jellies, soaps. Culinary-Center-made products available for purchase.
Free
Every Thursday, 4 pm – 7 pm & & Saturday, 9 am – 2 pm
Garage Road – TVA Reservation, Muscle Shoals
For more information: (256) 764-0044 or (256) 248-5325

Oct. 1-14, 2007 - Shoals Idea House - Designer Showhouse
4500 sq. ft. house, designed and decorated to showcase local builders, interior designers, merchants, and artists; and to raise awareness and contributions for Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital (ECM Children‚s Center, The Women’s Pavilion and the Wound Healing Center).
$10 admission,
Mon. - Thurs., 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Sun. 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
House is located in Florence’s Heathrow Community
For more information: (256) 766-4222 or www.shoalsideahouse.org.

October 2 – 29, 2007 – Shoals Artists Guild Exhibition
Members work in a variety of styles and media including watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastel, pencil, and mixed media
Free
Mon – Fri. 9 am – 4 pm
Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts, Florence
For more information: (256) 760-6379
www.florenceal.org

October 4, 5, 6, 11 & 12, 2007 – The Kitchen Witches
Isobel Lomax and Dolly Biddle are two “mature” cable-access cooking hostesses who have hated each other for 30 years. Their show becomes a rating smash as Dolly and Isobel top both Martha Stewart and Jerry Springer. Winner of the 2005 Samuel French Canadian Play Contest.
$10 adults, $6 students
7:30 pm
Ritz Theater, SheffieldFor more information: (256) 383-0533 or tvaa@comcast.net
www.tvaa.net

October 6 – 7, 2007 – Muscle Shoals Music CityFest
Country songwriter and recording artist, Phil Vassar, Gary Nichols, and Angela and Zac Hacker perform outdoors on Saturday. Morning ‘Cruise-in of classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Games and activities will be available for children, food vendors will be on hand, and fireworks will culminate the evening.
Sunday’s entertainment will be generated by local churches. Free
Sat., Noon – 10:30 pm: Sun., 3 – 7 pm
Muscle Shoals City Hall, East Avalon Avenue
For more information: (256) 386-9200, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783; Email: info@cityofmuscleshoals.com
www.cityofmuscleshoals.com

October 16th, 2007 – 3rd Annual Elvis Day
All day event, two big shows. Proceeds benefit The American Cancer Society
Admission charged
10 am - 4 pm and again at 5 pm - 11 pm
Sheffield Recreation Center
For more information: (256) 335-0464 or (256) 383-5983

October 27 – 28, 2007 – Renaissance Faire
Florence recreates authentic medieval Renaissance Faire. Faire includes authentic costumes, magicians, Knights on horseback, sword fighting, and unique arts and crafts
Free
Sat., 10 am – 6 pm Sun., Noon – 6 pm
Wilson Park, Florence
For more information: (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
Vendor information: (256) 768-3031

Oct. 28, 2007 – Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet
Vendors and bikers gather at Muscle Shoals Fairgrounds for huge sale event.
Admission $5
Gates open Sun. at 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Muscle Shoals Fairgrounds, Tuscumbia
For more information contact Tom McGrew (931) 379-9713

November – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Fountain Show
51 jet water feature dances to lights & music. 30 to 40 minute show.
Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at dusk
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

November – December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Attractions – Carousel, Rollercoaster & Train
Imitation steam engine train seats 80 adults or 120 children, 30-horse carousel and Python rollercoaster.
Admission varies
Check schedule on web-site or call
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

November 2007 – May, 2008 – Jack-O-Lantern Farm Greenhouses – In-door Farmer’s Market.
Fresh fruits and vegetables (grown hydroponically) as well as homemade breads, jellies, soaps. Culinary-Center-made products available for purchase.
Free
Every Thursday, 4 pm – 7 pm & Saturday, 9 am – 2 pm
Garage Road – TVA Reservation, Muscle Shoals
For more information: (256) 764-0044 or (256) 248-5325

November 3, 2007 - Elvis Day
Today, Tomorrow, & Forever Elvis Fan Club of Alabama Presents this annual event. Lots of entertainment including Elvis impersonators
Admission charged
Times to be announced
Sheffield Recreation Center
For more information: (256) 335-0464

November – December, 2007 – Shell’s Christmas Tree Farm
Select and tag your Christmas tree early, return to the farm Thanksgiving afternoon until Christmas to cut your fresh tree. Fresh wreaths and garland available. Enjoy hot cider while shopping in their gift shop. Hayride party with bonfire available for groups of 20 or more.
Prices varies
Southwest Colbert County
For more information: (256) 383-4207

November 2 – 4, 2007 – Ritz Benefit Sale
Complete Information to be announced
tvaa@comcast.net
www.tvaa.net

November 3, 2007 – The Country Shindig
Family oriented Country Music show featuring the host band “Showdown” and a variety of Shoals Area talent.
$7 adults, $5 children 6-12 years, age 5 & under free
Muscle Shoals High School Auditorium, East Avalon Avenue
For more information: Keith Davis (256) 765-2466 Email: kdavis777@juno.com

November 9, 2007 – January 4, 2008 – Historical Overview of Posters / Graphic Art
Selection from the Corporate Collection of A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. – Lithographs and serigraphs by famous graphic artists from the 19th and 20th centuries
Free
Mon – Fri. 9 am – 4 pm
Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts, Florence
For more information: (256) 760-6379
www.florenceal.org

November 11, 2007 – Veteran’s Day Parade
Parade pays tribute to all that has served our Country in the Armed Forces
Free
11 am
Parade will begin on North Main Street and proceed to Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 383-2298

November 14 – December 19, 2007 – Quilt Challenge ‘07
Members of the Shoals Piecemakers Quilt Guild follow new ‘challenging’ rules each year to create innovative quilts.
Free
Mon – Fri. 9 am – 4 pm
Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts, Florence
For more information: (256) 760-6379
www.florenceal.org

November 16 – 17, 2007 – Christmas in the Country
Purchase homemade baked goods, small gifts and Christmas ornaments for the holidays. Wagon rides with Santa. See the natural, lie decorations reminiscent of early pioneer Christmases.
Free
Sat., 10 am – 4 pm Sun., 1 – 4 pm
LaGrange College Site, Leighton
For more information: (256) 446-9324 Email: louiselinville@earthlink.net

November 16, 2007 – W.C. Handy Birthday Celebration
Celebrate the birthday of W.C. Handy; enjoy a musical performance and refreshments, including a birthday cake.
Free
11:30 am – 1 pm
W.C. Handy Museum, Florence
For more information: (256) 760-6434
www.florenceal.org

November 30 – December 24, 2007 – The Trees of Christmas
Community groups and individuals create an alluring exhibition of Christmas trees for the holiday season, using nine 12’ tall live spruce and fir.
$5 adults, $3 students
Mon.- Fri.: 9 am – 5 pm, Sun.: 1 – 3 pm
Tennessee Valley Art Center, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 383-0533 or tvaa@comcast.net
www.tvaa.net

December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Fountain Show
51 jet water feature dances to lights & music. 30 to 40 minute show.
Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at dusk
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

December, 2007 – Tuscumbia Spring Park Attractions – Carousel, Rollercoaster & Train
Imitation steam engine train seats 80 adults or 120 children, 30-horse carousel and Python rollercoaster.
Admission varies
Check schedule on web-site or call
Spring Park, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 389-1357, (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.tuscumbiarailway.com

December 2007 – May, 2008 – Jack-O-Lantern Farm Greenhouses – In-Door Farmer’s Market.
Fresh fruits and vegetables (grown hydroponically) as well as homemade breads, jellies, soaps. Culinary-Center-made products available for purchase.
Free
Every Thursday, 4 pm – 7 pm & Saturday, 9 am – 2 pm
Garage Road – TVA Reservation, Muscle Shoals
For more information: (256) 764-0044 or (256) 248-5325

December 1, 2007 – The Country Shindig
Family oriented Country Music show featuring the host band “Showdown” and a variety of Shoals Area talent.
$7 adults, $5 children 6-12 years, age 5 & under free
Muscle Shoals High School Auditorium, East Avalon Avenue
For more information: Keith Davis (256) 765-2466 Email: kdavis777@juno.com

December 2, 2007 – Plantation Christmas
Holiday event reminiscent of the “Old South” with traditional live decorations, period Christmas music, vintage ballroom dancers, and refreshments. Belle Mont, built in 1828, is one of Alabama’s most distinguished homes.
$6 adults, $3 children
1 – 5 pm
Belle Mont Mansion, Cook Lane, off Highway 43 S, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 383-0783 or (800) 344-0783
www.colbertcountytourism.org

December 3 – 15, 2007 – "Heritage Holidays" at the Julian House
Special holiday meals or tea time refreshments at the Julian House ca. 1819, which provides a quaint setting with period Christmas decorations, antiques and 19th century memorabilia.
Price based on menu selection (Reservations required)
By scheduled appointment, subject to availability.
104 North Dickson Street, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 383-4401
Email: ninhpark@comcast.net

December 7, 2006 – Sheffield Christmas Parade
Cars, trucks and floats decorated for the Christmas Season. Pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Park Place. Entertainment after the parade on stage at Fifth Street and N. Montgomery Avenue
Free
Montgomery Avenue, Sheffield
For more information: (256) 383-0250

December 8, 2007 - Sheffield Christmas Parade
Trophies given for best decorated cars, trucks, floats, and walking entries. Entertainment at stage following parade at Fifth St. & North Montgomery Avenue. No admission
6:30 pm
North Montgomery Avenue beginning at 10th St. & proceeding to 2nd Street
For more information: (256) 383-0250
Email: cpdriskell@cs.com

December 8 – 24, 2007 – Santa’s Arrival of Southgate Mall
Santa arrives with cartoon characters in special transportation. Visit with Santa and have your picture taken with him.
Free, fee to have picture taken
Each Friday until Christmas: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Each Saturday until Christmas: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Each Sunday until Christmas: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Southgate Mall, Muscle Shoals
For more information: (256) 383-6903, gail.streit@aronov.com

December 9, 2007 - Sheffield Holiday Tour of Homes
Historic and contemporary homes beautifully decorated for the Christmas season.
Admission: $10.00
1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Residential areas of Sheffield
For more information: (256) 383-0250
Email: cpdriskell@cs.com

December 15, 2007 - NCAA Division II National Championship Football Game
The Best of the best in division II college football go head to head in Florence each year compete for the championship title.
Tickets $20
Kick-off at 11 am
Braly Municipal Stadium, Florence
For more information: (256) 764-4661 or (877) 764-4661

December 16, 2007 – The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
The church is scandalized when the wildest, toughest kids in town take over the main parts in the Christmas pageant. Fitting the unsuitable Herdman children into their Biblical roles provides one laugh after another as they collide with the Christmas story head-on and help everyone rediscover its true meaning.
$5 adults, $4 students
2 pm
Ritz Theater, Sheffield
For more information: (256) 383-0533 or tvaa@comcast.net
www.tvaa.net

December 16, 2007 – Christmas Open House at Ivy Green
Beautiful live holiday decorations adorn the historic birthplace and home of America’s First Lady of Courage, Helen Keller
Free
1 – 4 pm
Helen Keller Birthplace, Tuscumbia
For more information: (256) 383-4066 or (888) 329-2124
www.helenkellerbirthplace.org, hkeller@hiwaay.net

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