ALABAMA

Harpersville — The annual Grape Stomp at Morgan Creek Vineyards, Sept. 20, allows visitors to stomp grapes in wooden barrels, take free tours, and enjoy free wine tastings and food. 205-672-2053, www.morgancreek winery.com.

Bridgeport — The AL/TN Trail of Tears Commemoration and Motorcycle Ride, Sept. 20, celebrates Native American heritage with a ride following U.S. 72 beginning in Bridgeport and ending in Waterloo. A free powwow also is set in Waterloo Sept. 19-21 with drumming, dancing, displays from Native American artists and vendors, live music, and an appearance by Miss Indian Alabama 2008. 256-536-3702, www.al-tn-trailoftears.net.

Mentone — T.A.G. Bluesfest, Sept. 27-28, features performers the Alabama Gravy Soppers, the Delta Flyers, Black Skillet and Memphis Annie. Also planned are arts and crafts, a cakewalk, storytelling and barbecue. 800-455-7470, mentoneinn.com.

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