Calendar Of Events

Chicken Stew Pre-Sale Through March 6

With City of Athens Relay for Life Team to be picked up at the Parking Lot Behind Athens City on March 6, 2021 from 11:00AM-2:00PM. Corner of Bryan and North Marion Street in Athens. Stew will be made by Charles and Kathy Cothren. Tickets available for Gallon - $25.00 and Quart $10.00. For more information or to purchase tickets call Kim at 256-2338730 or email hhollman@athensal.us

Buzzard Roost Cleanup February 6

With Keep Athens-Limestone Beautiful in Lester. Intersection of Shoal Creek Road and Buzzard Roost Road. GPS: 34.965883, -87.083639) from 10:00AM-2:15PM. You are encouraged to bring your own supplies if you'd like; however, there will be trash bags, litter grabbers, gloves, buckets, and safety vests available. Volunteers are encouraged to wear waterproof shoes/ boots and work clothes. This event is outdoors, however, when in group settings masks and social distancing will be required. Please email KALBCARES@GMAIL.COM to register your attendance.

Ask A Master Gardener February 6

At the Athens-Limestone Public Library. 603 South Jefferson Street in Athens from 10:15AM-2:15PM with the AthensLimestone Master Gardeners. For more information about the Master Gardeners, you can contact them at limestonemg@ yahoo.com.

2nd Annual Valentine's Day Raffle & Fundraiser February 6

With the DAV AL-51 Post at the Vietnam Veterans Building (17915 West Elm Street in Athens) starting at 10:00AM. Give the gift of life with a blood donation with LifeSouth from 10:00AM to 2:00PM. Come enjoy a meal with your sweetheart for $10.00 per plate and includes a door prize ticket that includes chances at one of six Chocolate Heart Boxes from Russel Stover's of Athens. More door prize tickets are available for $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00. Watch the excitement as the raffle draw gets

Coffee Call at the Alabama Veterans Museum will be cancelled for February and the museum will be closed on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 15.

underway at 12:00PM for prizes including hotel stays, jewelry, gift cards and more. Raffle tickets are $5.00 or 5 for $20.00 (Do not have to be present to win) For tickets or more information, contact James Thoni at 256-508-2151.

Play Outside Day February 6

Families everywhere are encouraged to get outside the first Saturday of every month and play in public parks, enjoy trails, hit the waterways, explore greenspaces and just play! Limestone County offers over 20 trails to explore including walking, cycling, horseback riding and kayaking – perfect for all ages. For more information: 256-232-5411.

Bama Blues Catfish Trail Tournament February 13

Joe Wheeler State Park. 4403 McLean Drive in Rogersville at the 1st Creek Boat Ramp. Registration starts at 6:00AM, no lines in the water until 7:00AM. $10.00 trail fee per boat plus registration fee. Maximum 3 people per boat; unlimited rod; boats inspected prior to the event; no pre-event fishing on waters except for bait; live weigh-in; 3 fish limit - only 2 can exceed 34"; Blue, Channel and Flathead Catfish; other rules and restrictions apply; see thebamablues.com. For more information: bamabluescatfishtrail@gmail.com

Alabama Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday February 26 - 28

Will be from Friday, Feb 26 at 12:01AM to Sunday, Feb 28 at 12:00AM to give shoppers the opportunity to purchase certain severe weather preparedness items free of state sales tax. Reference sheet available online.

March Cruise In on the Square March 6

In downtown Athens from 6:00PM-9:00PM. No judging, no trophies-- just show and shine; enjoy the shops and eateries around the Square. All cars, trucks, and bikes welcome.

For the health and safety of our volunteers and the public, we regret that the VVA Spaghetti Day has been canceled until further notice.

Thank you for your support and understanding.