May - June 2019 Issue

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May / June 2019

EVENT Magazine

Contents

18 Publisher’s Letter

20 Editor’s Letter

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22 HMA’s 28th Gala Black Tie Dinner & Live Auction

80 Calendar

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White Linen & Wine

Junior League’s Inaugural Book Ball

Events

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Junior League’s Inaugural Book Ball

Editorials

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HMA’s 28th Gala Black Tie Dinner & Live Auction

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Party in the Park, featuring comedian Henry Cho

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Taste: Happy Hour

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HMA’s Gala Cocktail Party & Silent Auction

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Intuitive Planetarium VIP Opening

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Feature: The Weekender

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White Linen & Wine

HMA’s Gala Luncheon with The Bitter Socialite

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Centerstage: John Kvach

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Gothic Guild Victorian Cotillion Club Dinner Dance

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Salute to Service

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Spotlight: William Hampton

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Von Brewski Beer Festival

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Mimosas with Melody Women on the Rise

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UCP’s 21st Annual Irish Evening

Raise the Woof The 2019 Dog Ball

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

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Huntsville Inner City Learning Center Spring Fundraiser

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Beauty for YOUR Life Plastic Surgery Update

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61st AKA Debutante Presentation and Ball

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Audi Launch - 2019 Lineup

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Love Grows Here Fundraiser for 305 8th Street

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Still Serving Veterans

74 Salute to Service

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On The Cover: Matt & Lori Meyer at the Gala Cocktail Party & Silent Auction Photo by Steve Babin

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82 Huntsville Happenings

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Spring has certainly sprung here in the Tennessee Valley. Pollen-laden cars traveling the busy roadways have been commonplace. Even with sinus issues, this time of year is still the most beautiful time to me. After being stove-up all winter, being outdoors enjoying the surroundings we have here in Huntsville is refreshing.

Currently, in the midst of busy times, we’ve been covering some of the many client and non-profit events that have taken place over the past few months.

From the Dog Ball benefiting the Greater Huntsville Humane Society, The Von Brewski Beer Festival, offering the unique opportunity to taste the hops from breweries near and far, to the more formal AKA Debutante Ball and the Gothic Guild’s Victorian Cotillion, we’ve been out and about snapping photos of familiar faces as well as new ones.

EVENT has two new photographers who have joined our team, Jessa Harris and Stephanie E. Jennings, I am excited to see the event photography they are bringing to the table. Please welcome them aboard if you see them on the other side of the camera.

As always, please shop with the advertisers you see within these pages.

They are the reason we are able to produce EVENT. They help us to provide a voice for many of the nonprofit organizations in our community. We could not do it without them, so tell them you saw them in EVENT Magazine!

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HUNTSVILLE

A Letter from the Publisher

MAGAZINE

President/Publisher Todd Stephenson Editor Lori Boatfield Writers Amanda Allen Kimberly Ballard Lori Connors Suzanne Conway Melissa Gerrish Nina E. Woody Contributing Writers Judy Ryals Creative Director/Graphic Design Patty Satterly Website/Graphic Design Jim Gharib/IG Webs Graphic Design Amy Pearson Aiden Silvers Lead Photographer Steve Babin Photographers Jessa Harris Mark Jaeger Stephanie E. Jennings Jeff White Isaiah Williams Contributing Photographers Steve Babin Doug Lighton Monica Martin Kadie Pangburn Patty Satterly Marty Sellers Director of Sales Carolyn Stephenson Account Executives Ann Lane Lee Nast Distribution Glenda Mace

Huntsville EVENT Magazine is published bi-monthly by Event Magazine, LLC, P.O. Box 14219, Huntsville, AL 35815 For advertising information please call 256.533.8078 or e-mail advertise@eventhuntsville.com For editorial information or to request coverage of an event, please visit our web site at www.eventhuntsville.com

SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Huntsville EVENT Magazine is published bi-monthly by EVENT Magazine, LLC. Although the magazine is distributed free throughout the area in Athens, Decatur, Fayetteville, Guntersville, Huntsville, Madison and Owens Cross Roads, paid subscriptions are available for $50.00 annually. For new subscriptions or changes of address, call 256.533.8078 or email subscriptions@eventhuntsville.com.

Have a wonderful Spring Huntsville!

Sincerely,

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Huntsville Event Magazine is a registered trademark of Event Magazine, LLC. All rights reserved. Unsolicited photographs or articles are submitted at the risk of the photographer or author. Event Magazine, LLC assumes no liability for the return of any unsolicited materials and may use them at its discretion.

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Event season has been at its peak, and we hit the roads to focus on organizations that strengthen our community through philanthropy and fun. From the Book Ball to the Dog Ball, the 28th Annual HMA Gala to the Party in the Park, our cameras have captured it all.

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Gala Black Tie Dinner and Live Auction PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Photos by Stephanie E. Jennings The Huntsville Museum celebrated one of three major events of 28th Annual Gala with the Black Tie Dinner and Live Auction, where 250 guests enjoyed a seated dinner catered by Chef James Boyce. During dinner, a live auction offered up fine art, exciting trips and unique treasures.

Proceeds from the Black Tie Dinner and Live Auction directly benefitted the Huntsville Museum of Art. Gala is the Museum’s largest fundraiser, with well over $4 million raised in support of the Museum throughout its 28-year history. The 28th Annual Gala consisted of three separate events which each offered unique cultural activities to attract a variety of patrons, both young and old. These three events were tied together by the month-long Gala Art Exhibition which featured artist Karen Weihs. n continued on page 24

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Gala Black Tie Dinner and Live Auction cont’d

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PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

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Henri & Marcus Helstowski

Leslie Chittam, Jill Heffernan, Mark Ardin

Betsy Robinson, Jean Warren, Carole Jones

Jean Warren, Tina Caudle, Mandy Selman, Tabby Ragland

Donna & Tim Ryberg, Rick & Sherry Smith

Sally Walker, Kay Wheeler, Shelby Nelson

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Bland & Jean Warren, Ward & Tabby Ragland

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Hal Word, Stephanie Robbins, Chuck Evans

Kitty Simmons, Christopher Madkour, Meg Giuntini

HMA Gala Cocktail Party and Silent Auction

Narvell Patton, Brandy Smith, Lori Meyer, Mandy DeOrio

PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Photos by Steve Babin The 28th Annual Gala culminated in a Cocktail Party and Silent Auction on March 2.

The featured artist mingled with the event’s 350 guests, live music was performed by Shimmer and hors d’oeuvres were provided by Chef Narvell. The silent auction included fine art by top artists from around the country, along with various trips and treasures.

“Our Cocktail Party and Silent Auction is the perfect opportunity for those who are looking to expand or begin their own art collections. We strive to present a variety of different types of artworks that are also in a range of price points so that everyone has the opportunity to find something that speaks to them,” said Tabby Ragland, Gala Co-Chair. Along with Ragland, the 28th Annual Gala chairs were Tina Caudle, Mandy Selman and Jean Warren. n continued on page 28 Mandy Selman, Tina Caudle, Jean Warren, Tabby Ragland

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Nicholas Ross, Taylor Kimbrough

Trace Barnett, Julie Andrzejewski

Marie Schneider, Jennifer Bradley

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PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Daiven Harper, Dr. Barbara Murphy, Ginger Harper, Kim Lewis, Johnette Davis

Rick & Sherry Smith, Myra & Woody Sanderson

Jenny Owen, Kara Howard, Katie Mooty

Chavigny Beasley, Kathleen Caillouette

Amy & Jonathan McDowell

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Julien Speyer, Portia Waite

Nick & Sheena Rockhill

Tanya Brown, Narvell Patton, Rita Collier

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It’s the magical time of day when work worries are pushed back, chairs and stools are pulled up, and relaxing begins.

Huntsville’s hottest spots offer up some of their coolest drinks and succulent small bites to make your hour the happiest.

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Paella Humphrey’s A classic Spanish dish with long-grain rice, English peas, roasted red peppers, chicken and Conecuh sausage

Flirtatious Svedka Blue Raspberry vodka, pineapple juice, razzmatazz, and sweet and sour mix topped with cherries

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Katrina Hamm, Ashley Sharp

Hank Isenberg, Annette Birchfield

(Honorees) Debbie Hargett, Myra Sanderson, Dr. Michelle Parker, Betty Hornsby

White Linen and Wine Marks 10th Annual Event PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Photos by Steve Babin The Russel Hil Foundation held their 10th annual White Linen and Wine event on February 23 at the Jackson Center to raise funds and awareness for local cancer patients.

With 400 in attendance, specials guests included the evening’s honorees: Debbie Hargett; Betty Hornsby; Dr. Michele Parker; and Myra Sanderson. The Jackson Center catered, and Flowers by Jamie arranged flowers and décor. Entertainment was provided by Winslow Davis.

Crissy Askea, Bobby & Cathy Woodbridge, Woody & Myra Sanderson

The event raised over $220,000 and was made possible by Presenting Sponsor, Clearview Cancer Institute.

Russel Hill Executive Director Emily Davis said, “We would like to thank all of our sponsors, donors, volunteers, and attendees for helping us raise funds for our cancer community!” n continued on page 36

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Anne & George Lewis

Scott & Katie Nelson, Edna & David Block

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White Linen and Wine cont’d

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Dr. John Gleason, Dr. Jim McCarty

PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

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Stacy Swearengin, Dr. Caroline Schreeder, Sheyda Azizkhani

Kristin Donahue, Michelle Brown

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Gothic Guild holds Victorian Cotillion Dinner Dance

Randy Roper, Ken Rivenbark, Michelle & Richard Buchanan

PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Photos by Steve Babin and Mark Jaeger The 2019 Victorian Cotillion Dinner Dance was held March 9 at the Von Braun Center. The Dinner Dance is the culmination of the events that make up the Victorian Cotillion Club, a program sponsored by the Gothic Guild.

Dr. Kenneth Ray Rivenbark served as Master of Ceremonies and an introduction was offered by Gothic Guild President, Michelle Buchanan, as well as Cotillion Co-Chairs, Eliza Spearman and Abi Hardin. Beautiful decorations were created by members of the Gothic Guild with designs by InBloom. Entertainment was provided by the Craig Duncan Orchestra.

Members of the Victorian Cotillion Club are young ladies at least 15 years old and enrolled as sophomores in a school in Madison County, with a good academic record and demonstration of leadership. They are given five weeks of instruction emphasizing the timeless social graces that continue to befit today’s lifestyle.

Marie Newberry, Michelle Epling, Ashlee Duesing, Escoe Beatty

The purpose of the Gothic Guild is to promote the cultural, educational and historical preservation of Huntsville and Madison County. Proceeds from this year’s events will benefit Community Ballet Association. n continued on page 40

Matt & Theresa Taylor, Terri & Kevin Guy

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Sarah Hereford, Sibyl Wilkinson, Nancy VanValkenburgh, Sarah Lauren Kattos

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PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Victorian Cotillion Club Dinner Dance cont’d

Fourth Row left to right Sarah Chase Bentley, Isabel Claire Folgmann, Lauren Elizabeth Hayes, Anna Chason Buchanan, Virginia Lee Connelly, Susan Willa Roby, Reagan Michelle Wilkerson, Bella Caroline Taylor, Emma Eastin Cape, Kathryn Garth Kelly, Lauren McKenzie Edwards Third Row left to right Evelyn Hayes Hensley, Alexis Christine Herr, Olivia Anne Crump, Alexandra Day Damson, Avery Nicole Trice, Margaret Manning Stucky, Emily Ann Wiginton, Hannah Michelle Slaton, Virginia Louise Carter, Eleanor Louisa Lynn, Grace Anne Haskins Second Row left to right Sophie Nicolle Scherlis, Katie Ann Flesch, Amelia Kate Mathis, Amelia Anne Brodowski, Olivia Louise Dou Ping Cole, Elaine Grace Mayfield, Rebecca Laine Miller, Madelyn Olivia Alison, Mary Caroline Morris, Patricia Lanier Stogner, Lillian Grace Harmon Front Row left to right Morgan Noelle McKean, Mary Maddox Creech, Sarah Kathleen Childs, Chandler Marion Click, Mary Ellis Alison, Madeline Claire O'Halloran, Emily Caroline Beck, Eleanor Frances Brinkley, Jane Carol Nurre, Ridley Grace Fann, Caroline Jane Henshaw

Anahita & Donny Maleknia

Sydney Wilkerson, Jim McClung

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Jim, Jody & Susie Bridges, Clay Dixon

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Pammie Jimmar, Eleanor Eagle

Sekeenia Snead, Gretta Snead

Anita Kirkland, Judy Holt, Teresa Malone Dees

PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Mimosas with Melody – Women on the Rise Photos by Jessa Harris In honor of Women’s History Month, Melody Holt, star of the Oprah Winfrey Network reality show Love & Marriage: Huntsville, invited women to join her at The Ledges on March 30 to celebrate the contributions of leading ladies in the Huntsville community. Melody presented the Leading Ladies Living Legacy award to Pammie Jimmar, vice president, Small Business & Events, Huntsville/Madison County Chamber; and the Women on the Rise award to Dr. Rachel Ballard, Ph.D., executive director of Village of Promise.

Around 110 guests attended, including women from all over the United States.

Main sponsors were Summit Dental, SETS Revealed and The Parker Group, LLC.

Ryan Parker, Melody & Martell Holt

“The strength of the women in the room was beyond inspiring. Being the best version of ourselves as women is a juggling act. Connecting so many strong women from all walks of life who were free to be vulnerable for the purpose of strengthening other women, while honoring some dynamic women in our community who are leading examples for other women, was an exceptional experience beyond my wildest dreams,” said Holt. n

Rashida Selise, Melody & Martell Holt

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Anita Kirkman, Adria M. Gaines

Dr. Rachel Ballard, Rashida Selise, Toya Poplar

Kayla Henderson, Natasha Orr, Chances Gray

Khrista Dees, Sasha Davis

Lawanda Tate, Marquitta Harris

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See why more Moms deliver at our hospitals than any other hospital in Alabama.

Visit oHHbaby.org to schedule a tour or to learn more about our dedicated maternity services.

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Feature

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Weekender

When summer beckons – with sunny skies and a relaxed pace, the mind wanders to getting away.

While far-off locales may be on your travel agenda, Huntsville and its regional surroundings offer such intriguing things to do and places to see that day and weekend road trips are a must.

We’ve compiled a directory of destinations here at home and within a day’s drive. Pack light, load up, and set off with The Weekender.

Photos by: Steve Babin, Doug Lighton, Monica Martin, Kadie Pangburn, Patty Satterly, Marty Sellers

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Feature hardware collection contains more than 1,500 items. The museum showcases the past, present and future of human spaceflight. The U.S. Space & Rocket Center serves as the Official Visitor Center for NASA Marshall Space Flight Center; a Visitor Center for the Tennessee Valley Authority; is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution; and is home to Space Camp®, Aviation Challenge® Camp and Space Camp® Robotics.

Don’t miss the events this summer held in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the Apollo Moon Landing.

Huntsville Burritt on the Mountain 3101 Burritt Drive SE | Huntsville, AL 35801 256.536.2882 | burrittonthemountain.com

Situated on a magnificent 167-acre site overlooking the city, Burritt is a place to explore the natural beauty of Round Top Mountain, learn about its ecology, revisit the lives of farmers from the 1800s, and tour Dr. William Henry Burritt’s unique 1938 mansion. Burritt’s nature trails are perfect for hiking, and they are connected to the LandTrust of Madison County and Monte Sano State Park.

Huntsville Museum of Art 300 Church St. SW | Huntsville, AL 35801 256.535.4350 | hsvmuseum.org

The Huntsville Museum of Art sits in Big Spring Park, the epicenter of Downtown Huntsville, and works as a magnet for cultural activities. The mission of the Museum is to bring people and art together through acquiring, preserving, exhibiting and interpreting the highest quality works of art.

Land Trust of North Alabama www.landtrustnal.org | 256.534.5263

The Land Trust offers more than 70 miles of free public trails for relaxing, exercising, and connecting with nature.

Seven Public Preserves in Madison County open dawn to dusk daily for hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation.

Featuring guided hikes and outdoor adventures each spring and fall; summer environmental educational series for kids; concerts and events at the picturesque Three Caves; The Land Trust provides a variety of ways to get involved in its mission for preservation.

Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave. SW | Huntsville, AL 35805 256.830.4447 | hsvbg.org

The 112-acre Huntsville Botanical Garden is open yearround and boasts an aquatic garden, wildflower and nature trail, numerous specialty gardens and plant collections.

The 9,000-square foot Anderson Education Center contains the nation’s largest open-air butterfly house and is home to many other species of wildlife. The Children’s Garden is made of eight themed areas that include dinosaur, story book and pollywog gardens. With seasonal festivals and exhibits galore, there’s always something “growing” on at The Garden. Don’t miss the Chinese Lantern Festival through May 19.

The EarlyWorks Family of Museums 256.564.8100 | earlyworks.com

U.S. Space and Rocket Center One Tranquility Base | Huntsville, AL 35805 256.837.3400

The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is the largest spaceflight museum in the world. Its large rocket and space

Photo courtesy of the Huntsville Botanical Garden

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The EarlyWorks Family of Museums features loads of adventure with three museums: The EarlyWorks Children’s Museum is the South’s largest hands-on history museum. Kids can hear stories from the Talking Tree, play a tune on the giant-sized instruments at the Alabama bandstand, explore a 46-foot Keelboat, trade wares at the General Store and try on 1800’s clothing in the federal house. Pre-schoolers will enjoy exploring a touch-and-learn area which includes a garden, grocery store, water-table tree house and even a cow to milk.

At the Historic Huntsville Depot, visitors hear the rattle of the tracks and the engineer’s whistle as they experience life on the rails in 1860. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Depot served as the local passenger house and the corporate offices for the eastern division of the Memphis & Charleston Railroad. An active passenger station until 1968, the original depot building stands as a symbol of Huntsville’s transportation history and city growth.

Feature Alabama Constitution Hall Historic Park & Museum transports guests back to 1819, when forty-four delegates of the constitutional convention gathered in a vacant cabinet shop to organize Alabama as the 22nd state.

John Boardman’s print shop, Clement Comer Clay’s law office, the Federal Land Surveyor’s office, a post office and sheriff Stephen Neal’s residence surround that cabinet shop. Today, the shade trees watch over a proud living village that captures Alabama’s history and spirit.

open-air prayer chapel, and bank-fishing along the Tennessee River. Plus, the park is home to a year-round golf course, an ice complex and batting cages.

Visit the website for information about the Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic – Memorial Day Weekend 2019 – as well as a Civil War Reenactment.

more times. People from far and near enjoy the prime rib, seafood and other culinary delights, but it’s their signature orange rolls that keep them coming back.

Cullman

Guntersville

Ave Maria Grotto

Lake Guntersville State Park

1600 St. Bernard Dr. SE | Cullman, Alabama 35055 256.734.4110 | avemariagrotto.com

1155 Lodge Drive | Guntersville, AL 35976 256.517.5440 | alapark.com/lake-guntersville-state-park

The Ave Maria Grotto is home to the humble labor of Brother Joseph Zoettl, a Benedictine monk of St. Bernard Abbey. Originally from Bavaria-Germany, the young Zoettl traveled America to pursue monastic life at Alabama’s only Benedictine Abbey – and eventually left the abbey its greatest legacy. Since 1934, people from around the world visit to see famous parts of the world in miniature, from Monteserrat to St. Peter’s Basilica.

The former abbey quarry is now the 4-acre park that the Grotto and surrounding miniatures rest upon.

Lake Guntersville Resort State Park promises to satisfy, whether visitors are looking for a resort style retreat or an outdoor adventure in the park’s 6,000 acres of natural woodlands. During the winter, the park is the nesting ground of the American bald eagle and offers eagle awareness programs. Among other offerings are an 18-hole championship golf course, a beach complex, an outdoor nature center, fishing in Alabama’s largest lake, 36 miles of hiking and biking trails, extensive campgrounds, weekly guided hikes and a day-use area.

Downtown Huntsville Craft Beer Trail www.huntsville.org

Huntsville is a city known for rocket science, what about the science of brewing beer? With eleven locations to sip local craft suds all in one area, Downtown Huntsville, Inc. has conveniently laid out a trail to help you easily experience the breweries, taprooms, and beverage shops in the heart of the city.

Monte Sano State Park 5105 Nolen Ave. | Huntsville, AL 35801 256.534.3757 | www.alapark.com/monte-sano-state-park

In Spanish, Monte Sano means “Mountain of Health.”

In the late 1800s, visitors from across the United States came for “the season” to experience and enjoy Monte Sano’s fresh air, views and mineral springs. Monte Sano sits on 2,140 acres with spectacular vistas from atop the mountain, especially when the fall leaves show off their colors. In the spring, native azaleas bloom along the 20 miles of hiking trails and 14 miles of biking trails.

For overnight and longer adventures, the park features cabins, improved campsites, a primitive campground and a camp store.

Decatur Carnegie Visual Arts Center 207 Church St NE | Decatur, AL 35601 256-341-0562 | carnegiearts.org

The Carnegie Visual Arts Center provides educational and cultural opportunities to the community. Through its programs, collections, and events, the museum encourages a greater involvement in art at all levels and ages.

The Cook Museum of Natural Science 133 Fourth Ave NE | Decatur, AL 35601 256.351.4505 | cookmuseum.org

The Cook Museum of Natural Science is a state-ofthe-art natural science museum in downtown Decatur.

It provides a hands-on, immersive experience where kids can explore, interact with, and learn about nature.

Featured exhibits include Oceans, Cave and Forests.

The museum’s grand opening is June 7.

Point Mallard Park 2901 Point Mallard Drive | Decatur, AL 35602 256.341.4900 | pointmallardpark.com

Point Mallard Park is probably best known for its waterpark, home to America’s first wave pool. But the park complex also offers a 3-mile hiking/biking trail, sand volleyball, extensive picnic and campgrounds, an

Wild Water 1636 Field of Miracles Dr SW | Cullman, AL 35055 256.775.7946 | cullmanwellness.com

Wild Water is the water park at the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center. The park is home to a variety of slides including the Torque, Side-Swipe and Blitz plus Drift River, and Splash Station for kids; along with high and low diving boards at an eight-lane competition pool.

Wild Water offers twilight hours as well as special movie nights dubbed Dive-In Movies.

All Steak Restaurant

The Guntersville Dam

323 3rd Ave SE | Cullman, AL 35055 256.734.4322 | facebook.com/AllSteak

3780 Guntersville Dam Rd | Grant, AL 35747 | tva.gov

Considered a cornerstone of the Cullman community, All Steak restaurant has been touted as one of Food Network’s top places to eat. Its origin dates back to 1934 when it was founded in Tennessee by Millard Buchhmann.

In 1938, he moved the business to Cullman. Since then, the restaurant has changed owners and locations a few

When TVA established the stairway of dams and locks that turned the Tennessee into a 652-mile-long river highway, the rural town of Guntersville was transformed into a major port – with the dam completed in 1939. There is a visitor center installation on site where you can learn more about the history of TVA and Guntersville Dam, and about TVA’s current activities.

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Feature Fort Payne (The Band) Alabama Fan Club & Museum 101 Glenn Boulevard SW | Fort Payne, AL 35967 256.845.1646 | thealabamaband.com

It’s been 40 years since a trio of young cousins left Fort Payne, Alabama, to spend the summer playing in a Myrtle Beach bar called The Bowery. It took Randy Owen, Teddy Gentry and Jeff Cook six long years to earn the major label deal they’d been dreaming of, but then seemingly no time at all to change the face of country music. Visit the newly remodeled, state-ofthe-art museum, featuring over 50 years of music memorabilia.

Desoto State Park

Florence/Muscle Shoals/ Tuscumbia Pope’s Tavern & Museum 203 Hermitage Drive | Florence, AL 35630 256.760.6439 | visitflorenceal.com

Though Florence was hard-hit by the Civil War, many historic places still stand, preserved for tour, like Pope’s Tavern & Museum. One of the area’s oldest buildings – once a stagecoach stop, tavern and inn, hospital and command center for both armies – the museum houses a wealth of local and Civil War history. The tavern is on Jackson’s Military Road carved out by Andrew Jackson himself as a shortcut to move supplies and artillery from Nashville to New Orleans.

7104 DeSoto Parkway NE | Fort Payne, AL 35967 256.845.5380 | alastatepark.com/desoto-state-park

Desoto State Park is nestled atop beautiful Lookout Mountain and accented by many rushing waterfalls — including Desoto Falls near Mentone; sandstone outcroppings; and fragrant wildflowers. Developed in the late 1930s, the hard-working and dedicated men of the Civilian Conservation Corps made many natural enhancements to the park that have withstood the test of time and will last for future generations. Lodging facilities include mountain chalets, log and rustic cabins, motel rooms and an improved campground with tent and RV sites.

Located on the boundary of DeKalb and Cherokee Counties in northeast Alabama, Little River Canyon National Preserve was established to protect the landscapes of the Little River Canyon. Protected within the preserve boundary are the spectacular Little River Canyon, the pristine Little River, and a number of rare and threatened plant and animal species. Together with the adjacent Desoto State Park, Little River Canyon National Preserve provides abundant scenic views and varied recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

603 East Avalon Avenue | Muscle Shoals, AL 35661 256.381.0801

Tour the first successful music studio in Alabama, established in 1959 by Rick Hall. His FAME Rhythm Section cut hits with Etta James, Aretha Franklin, Arthur Conley and Clarence Carter. Among the “FAMED” artist who have recorded there are Duane Allman, The Osmonds, Bobbie Gentry, Wet Willie and Otis Redding.

FAME is still cranking out the hits. Nashville Star winner Angela Hacker and runner-up Zac Hacker are regulars at the studio along with James LeBlanc, Gary Nichols and Jason Isbell.

Alabama Music Hall of Fame 617 Hwy 72 W | Tuscumbia, AL 35674 256.381.4417 | alamhof.org

Little River Canyon 4328 Little River Canyon Pkwy | Fort Payne, AL 35967 256.845.9605 | nps.gov/liri

Fame Recording Studio

W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum & Library 620 West College Street | Florence, Alabama 35630 256.760.6434 | visitflorenceal.com

W.C. Handy, the Father of the Blues, was born in Florence in 1873 in a simple cabin that today houses a large collection of his personal papers, memorabilia and artifacts. The museum invites visitors to, “Feel the blues down to your toes standing next to the very piano that shook with St. Louis Blues for the first time; see his hand-written sheets of music-originals of many of his tunes.”

The Alabama Music Hall of Fame was created with a mandate to honor Alabama’s great music achievers and to build a facility in which to showcase these talented individuals and their accomplishments. Inductees include Nat King Cole, Hank Williams, Tammy Wynette and Lionel Richie. Since its inception and construction, thousands of tourists, school children, historians and music fans have toured the facility to see, hear and learn of the many contributions Alabamians made to music.

Photo courtesy of the Foster Family

Rattlesnake Saloon/Seven Springs Lodge 1292 Mount Mills Road | Tuscumbia, AL 35674 256.370.7218 | rattlesnakesaloon.net

Photo courtesy of Little River Canyon

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The land (bought for 25 cents an acre in 1916) where the Lodge and Saloon sit began as a hog pen. Later, the family created Seven Springs Lodge that includes a main lodge, cabins and campgrounds. During construction, workers found a rattlesnake den a distance from the shelter, giving the saloon its name. The restaurant features southern hospitality, food and cold brews (after 5 p.m.) for those old enough to enjoy. Call for reservations.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Rosenbaum House 601 Riverview Drive | Florence, AL 35630 256.718.5050 | wrightinalabama.com

Built in 1939, the same year Wright delivered his treatise on organic architecture, this significant structure is cypress, glass, and brick and still has original hardware and furnishings designed by Wright. Frank Lloyd Wright revolutionized art and architecture and is considered to be America’s greatest architect. Originally built for $12,000 as an affordable, middle-class home, the Rosenbaum House is the only Wright design open to the public in the southeastern United States.

Helen Keller Birthplace – Ivy Green 300 North Commons St W | Tuscumbia, AL 35674 256.383.4066 | helenkellerbirthplace.org

Ivy Green is white clapboard home built in 1820 by Helen Keller’s grandparents. The estate contains the cottage where Keller was born. The home and museum room are decorated with much of the original furniture of the Keller family. Each is highlighted by hundreds of Miss Keller’s personal mementos, books and gifts from her lifetime of travel and lectures for the betterment of the world’s blind and deaf-blind. Of particular note is her complete library of Braille books and her original Braille typewriter. Thousands gather for the week-long Helen Keller Festival each June, and for the epic drama The Miracle Worker, that’s performed each June and July.

Photos courtesy of The Jack Daniel Distillery

Lynchburg, Tennessee The Jack Daniel Distillery – Home of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey

Miss Mary Bobo’s Boarding House and Restaurant

133 Lynchburg Hwy | Lynchburg, TN 37352 931.759.6357 | jackdaniels.com

295 Main Street | Lynchburg, TN 37352 931.759.7394

At the world-famous distillery, their claim is, “We love entertaining our guests just about as much as we love making Tennessee Whiskey here at the Jack Daniel Distillery. And like any good host, we’re always more than happy to show you around the place. We offer a variety of distillery tours to fit your visit and help you get better acquainted with the home of Jack Daniel’s.”

No Lynchburg visit is complete until you’ve enjoyed a meal at Miss Mary Bobo’s Boarding House and Restaurant (now in its 110th year,) where every dish is served with a warm Tennessee welcome and a heaping side of friendly conversation. With a family-style dining experience unlike any other, visitors enjoy the down-home cooking just like Mr. Jack Daniel did a century ago.

Other notable spots to visit during Weekender Roadtrips Cathedral Caverns State Park 637 Cave Road | Woodville, AL 35769 256.728.8193 | alapark.com/cathedral-caverns-state-park

Originally called Bat Cave, Cathedral Caverns was opened to the public the 1950’s and later renamed because of its cathedral-like appearance. It was opened as a State Park in the summer of 2000. The cavern’s massive entrance holds the distinction as a possible world record for commercial caves. Inside the cavern are beautiful formations including Goliath, one of the largest stalagmites in the world; a “frozen” waterfall; and a large stalagmite forest.

and streams with a breathtaking drive through the area.

A combination of geology, soils and climate is what gives the wine growers the opportunity to grow all sorts of fruits. Although the trail can be completed in one day, it is recommended to spend two days on the trail. Visit the website for locations, specific seasonal trail events and open houses.

Unclaimed Baggage Center 509 West Willow Street | Scottsboro, Alabama 35768 256.259.1525 | unclaimedbaggage.com

A swimming pool, rec room and rental cabins are available. The park even boasts a rustic wedding chapel.

-The Legend of Noccalula, as written by Mathilde Bilbro, holds that Noccalula, a Native-American princess, was to be forced into an arranged marriage by her father, despite her love for another. It is said that on her wedding day she slipped away and made the leap that ended her life. Heartbroken, the remorseful father gave the great cascade his daughter’s name. Since that day the waterfall has been called Noccalula. n

Since the doors first opened in 1970, Unclaimed Baggage Center has grown to become one of Alabama’s top tourist attractions. It’s the only store in America that buys and sells unclaimed baggage from airlines. The store was the recipient of the Retailer of the Year Gold Award in 2016.

The 40,000-square-foot store is organized by departments and boasts Cups Cafe serving Barry’s Backcountry BBQ, Starbucks Coffee, and Dippin Dots.

Noccalula Falls 1500 Noccalula Road | Gadsden, AL 35904 256.543.7412 | noccalulafallspark.com

North Alabama Wine Trail northalabamawinetrail.com

The North Alabama Wine Trail is comprised of six wineries nestled in the mountains and valleys, near rivers

Noccalula Falls cascades over 90 feet into the Black Creek ravine. The park features a pioneer village, petting zoo, an authentic Huntingdon miniature train, playground, mini golf course, plus more than five miles of walking and biking trails. The campground offers sites from tent camping to pull-through with complete hook-ups.

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Lana Ritch, Julie Fowler

Bob Gifford, Candy Ballenger

Raising the Woof for The Greater Huntsville Humane Society

Gennifer & Mavanea Baker, Sue Morgan, Mary Bankich

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Photos by Steve Babin The Greater Huntsville Humane Society hosted the annual Dog Ball at the Von Braun Center South Hall on February 2. This year’s event, entitled Raise the Woof, marked the event’s 30th anniversary. The GHHS presented 50 Very Important Dogs from the community – with some available for adoption.

A silent action offering a variety of dog-related items was followed by a live auction that spotlighted two fire hydrants (themed for Alabama and Auburn fans) painted by local artists plus an opportunity to win tickets to the 2020 Westminster Dog Show and a VISA card for trip expenses.

Natalie Jones, Makinsie Gifford, Trip Cobb, Amanda Howard

Among the 800 guests were veterans sharing inspiring stories about their service dogs; Honorary Chairs Marilyn and Bob Whiteford; Event Chair Tracy Barrett; and many past Dog Ball chairs. Dan McClain and John Malone from iHeart Media served as emcees. Sponsors included Tito’s, Amanda Howard Sotheby’s International Realty, and Dunagan Yates & Alison. n

Christopher Doyle, Nicole Gaines with Pork Chop & Boone

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Dorothy Havens, Carmelita Palmer

Andrew Smith, Kaitlyn Delahanty

Jonathan, Mary Coles & Dana Lusk with Rocky & Spike

Kevin Fernandez, Travis Howard

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Centerstage

John Kvach Dr. John F. Kvach serves as Vice President of Liberty Learning Foundation. Previously, Dr. Kvach spent ten years as Associate Professor of Southern History at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. He has authored two books and many articles on various historical subjects. Dr. Kvach serves on numerous local and statewide boards including the Alabama Humanities Foundation and the Alabama Bicentennial Committee.

EVENT: When did your passion for history begin?

JK: I’ve loved history my entire life. I remember at 8 years old, sitting on my grandfather’s knee, and he asked me, “What do you want to do with your life?” I said, “I want to be a history professor.” He laughed and said, “No really, what do you want to do?” “I want to be a history professor.” I guess I got the last laugh!

History is about getting connected and engaged with people and helping them tell their stories. People are hungry for their past, their context in the world, and to understand where they came from.

EVENT: You’re not a Huntsville native. When did you come here?

JK: I was born in Maryland. I moved to Huntsville in 2008 [for the History Professor position at University of Alabama - Huntsville] and I’ve never been made to feel an outsider. I give about 40 to 50 talks a year, and one thing I like to tell people is that I wasn’t born in Alabama, but I got here as quickly as I could.

EVENT: How did you approach teaching your students?

JK: When I co-authored the pictorial book of Huntsville [Images of America – Huntsville] in 2013, my goal was to take students out of the classroom. History is not all about dates - I never asked my students to recite dates; I can go to Google for that. Writing history is a process of telling someone else’s story.

I taught my students that when you’re writing about people, you need to be truthful, authentic and empathetic.

EVENT: You no longer work for UAH. What are you up to now?

JK: I left UAH last July and joined the Liberty Learning Foundation, which is about teaching civics, history, financial literacy and digital citizenship to children. I find this more fulfilling than teaching history.

EVENT: You’re also involved with the Stovehouse development on Governor’s Drive.

JK: The developers of Stovehouse wanted to save it, and preserve its history. I do “special assignments” for Stovehouse community engagement. Stovehouse is about piecing history together. It is mixing the old and the new. It has a hipster, stark vibe in a blue-collar place. We were able to obtain old photographs, and we’ll have them enlarged so that people can see what it once looked like. The Stovehouse area is being branded as the West Side – not a “place,” but more a way of thinking. It’s sensitive to the people who lived there. We want to show people that Huntsville is more than just rockets.

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EVENT: It sounds like you really like working with people and the community!

JK: I think of myself as a “dot connector” – putting people in touch with other people to do big things! n

PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Renee Rowsé, Clare Purinton

Rica McRoy, Jackie Albrecht

Art Leslie, Ann Laue, Todd White, Cathy White, Kenneth Hairston, Andrain Jones, Steve Clark, Jackie Albrecht, Dan Beasley

Huntsville Inner City Learning Center Holds Spring Fundraiser Photos by Stephanie Jennings The Huntsville Inner City Learning Center (HICLC) hosted the 1st Annual Spring Fundraising Dinner at the Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Grand Hall on March 28.

Grille 29 catered the sold-out event of 300 attendees.

Dr. Rica McRoy, Huntsville optometrist, introduced the guest speaker, May Patterson, author of the book, “Seeking a Familiar Face.” Art Leslie, HICLC Founder and Executive Director, gave the keynote address.

Kenneth Hairston, Angela Ford, Angelina Pettway, Art Leslie

HICLC is a non-profit organization committed to providing at-risk children in the Huntsville area with the extracurricular support they need to succeed. During the school year, Monday-Thursday, children in grades 1-8, are provided a highly structured and disciplined program from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Focus areas are homework, reading and math, physical fitness and biblical knowledge. HICLC also offers summer programs and reading camps. HICLC.org provides more information.

“Special thanks to our 40 table sponsors, who helped in making this the largest fundraiser for the HICLC,” said Fundraising Co-chair Jackie Albrecht. “Our motto this year is ‘Renewing Our Commitment to Excellence!’” n Scott & Missy Head

Rebecca Tucker, Renee Rowsé, Art Leslie, Susan Callaway, Clare Purinton

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May Patterson, Beth Moshier

Bobby & Linda Lee, Julie & Ben Johnson, Lynnae & Rob Hall, Tracy & Curt Lindsley

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Curtis, Kiara & Kim Cooper

Heather Scruggs, Cheryl R. Davis, Karen Scruggs

Latoyia & Shirley Clemons

LTC (Ret) Darwin & Adrienne P-K Washington

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Kai Harris, Andreana Gross, Jaylin Martin, Brittany Okweye

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Presents 2019 Debutantes Photos by Stephanie E. Jennings

AKA Debs Group Photos by Chris Winston

On February 22, 2019, Epsilon Gamma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority hosted its 61st Annual Debutante Presentation and Ball in the North Hall of the Von Braun Center. More than 900 guests enjoyed the evening, themed, “Majestic Memories, Exemplifying Excellence.”

Chapter President, Dr. Cheryl Davis welcomed debutantes, escorts, parents, special guests and friends. She also introduced Dr. Terrance Vickerstaff and Ms. Erica Washington to present the 33 honorees. The Debutante Presentation and Ball culminated the Debutante Season which consisted of training sessions, social graces workshops, community service projects, the Hobby Talent Showcase and a multi-media contest.

Following the presentation, the debutantes and their escorts performed the traditional cotillion dance. A toast was given by City Councilman Devyn Keith. After the toast, the debutantes and presenters shared their first dance. n continued on page 58

Karen & Jeffrey Scruggs

Terry Miller, Dominique Jefferson

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Kimberly & Gloria Evans

Ayiana McDow, Alexandria Lewis, Sydney Greene

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Dr. Cheryl & Earnest Davis

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AKA Sorority Presents Debutantes cont’d

Terrance Vickerstaff, Erica C. Washington

JesHenry F. & Tabitha Malone

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Front Row Olivia Crutcher, Kiara Cooper, Alajzha Bone, Azaria Ashford, Jasmine Adkins Back Row Halee Hampton, Heaven Gurley, Andreana Gross, Sydney Greene, Asineade Fuller, Kennedy Davis

Karen Scruggs, Yolanda Dial, Dr. Wilma J. Ruffin, Cheryl Moore Davis, Heather Scruggs

Front Row Johndylon Jeffrey, Brakia Jackson, Aviana Hutchinson, A'Mya Hughes, Kai Harris Back Row Alexandria Lewis, Madison Kirk-Draper, Denisha Kendall, Daelynn Johnson, Jacelin Jenkins-Bell

Dr. Cheryl R. Davis, Beth B. Richardson, Judge Lynn Sherrod

Front Row Amari O'Neal, Brittany Okweye, Triniti Moore, Ayiana McDow, Jaylin Martin Back Row Shania Williams, Tatiasha Webster, Jada Thompson, Amirah Stewart, Faith Stewart, Aprena Phillips

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Denise Phillips, Alka Bhargav

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Nate, Lawson, Daniel & Andrea Williams, Lorra & Ray Zimmermann

Love Grows Here – 40th Anniversary for 305 8th Street

Greg Screws, Will Mason

Jessie King, Jeremiah Swinger-King

Marie & Rich Muschek

Morgan Morrison, Scott Patterson

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Photos by Jessa Harris 305 8th Street, a faith-based nonprofit organization, hosted its 6th Annual Love Grows Here Recognition Dinner and Silent Auction on March 7 at the Jackson Center. The event also commemorated the organization’s 40th anniversary.

Around 300 attended, including Mayor Battle; Greg Screws as emcee; and Derrick and Julie Tennant, who provided entertainment. The event was made possible by Venturi, who served as the presenting sponsor.

305 8th Street provides a home and family for mentally disabled adults ineligible for government assistance and currently provides 24-hour supervision and care for over 26 residents. “These are people who have nowhere else they can turn to for supportive housing and care, so 305 8th Street is the answer to their families’ prayers,” stated Executive Director Andrea Williams. n

Andrea Hawkins, Lynn Troy, Debbie Kizer, Mark Minskey, Laurel Bailey

Carlene Williams, Thomas Anderton, Kevin Colquitt

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Julie Tennant, Debbie Kizer, Derek Tennant, Laurel Bailey

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Written by Nina E. Woody

Photos by Steve Babin

William Hampton has a passion for Huntsville history. He is not only the administrator of the popular Facebook site, Huntsville Revisited, but he is active in multiple organizations and events. He is excited to be involved in the planning of events for the Alabama Bicentennial, showcasing African-American history.

EVENT: The Huntsville Revisited Facebook site has been going strong for how long? Why do you think it is so popular?

WH: It was started in 2008 – so, 11 years. People love sharing and telling stories of their ancestors. They are proud of the photos in their collections, and the Huntsville Revisited site is an opportunity to share them.

EVENT: How did you become so interested in local history?

WH: I’ve always been interested in history, even when I was a little boy. My great-grandparents John Lewis Hampton and Bessie Bishop Hampton, and my grandparents Lucille and George, would talk about their experiences. It opened my mind! They’d sit on the front porch and tell stories. I’d go play, and come back and listen to them, go play, and come back again. So, most of my history was oral. Later in high school, I decided I would write a book about Huntsville’s history. That was probably the precursor to the Huntsville Revisited site. But I put it on hold because I was going to focus my attention on being a rock star! [Laughed] We moved 11 times all over the community, and I went to eight different schools.

We were very poor. We lived in all areas of Huntsville. [Many Huntsville natives] never went to other parts of the city, but my childhood experiences gave me a desire to just cruise around Huntsville and Madison County and learn about it. I loved conversations with old people and learning their stories.

Spotlight On June 16th, we will hold “A Festival of Voices.” Over 60 actors in period costume will participate, portraying many notable African Americans with ties to Huntsville, such as Dred Scott, William Hooper Councill, Will Mastin, who was an entertainer who helped launch Sammy Davis Jr.’s career, and Paschal Conley, a noted 10th Calvary Buffalo Soldier. We’ll have a re-enactment of the Buffalo Soldiers’ encampment in Huntsville. Since this date is close to the June 19, 1865 date, on which enslaved African Americans in Texas were told that they had been freed, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, we’ll have a re-enactment of that.

These activities will be held at the Huntsville Depot and Roundhouse grounds on Church Street. This portion of Church Street was once a thriving black business district.

It had restaurants, bakeries, The Princess Movie Theater, dry cleaners, and churches.

It had a service station, barber and beauty shops, doctor’s offices, a hat shop, and a newspaper called The Huntsville Mirror. It was a vibrant and fun place.

EVENT: You sound like a very busy man!

WH: I used to be very busy, but I have learned to balance my time. I want to be effective and productive. I’ve scaled down to be both.

EVENT: What would you like people to know about you?

WH: I love Huntsville history! It’s important for us to share stories. When I talk to children, I encourage them to listen to their family’s stories and to video them.

One of my favorite songs is “Generations” by Sara Groves. My favorite line is “Generations will reap what I sow / I can pass on a curse or a blessing / To those I will never know.” My goal is to pass on a blessing. n

“… When I talk to children, I encourage them to listen to their family’s stories and to video them..”

EVENT: Do your children share your love of history?

WH: Yes, to an extent. My twins, when they were 8-9 years old, were my first two admins when I launched the Huntsville Revisited page. They helped daddy administer it. They’d pull up the site and monitor the friend requests, and we’d discuss them on the phone while I was at work. My daughter, at 17 years old, was the first to do the Ancestry DNA test. My mother is still alive, and I am trying to get her to take it.

EVENT: You’re involved in a lot of different organizations. Is there one that holds a special place in your heart?

WH: Well, they all do. But the Scottsboro Boys Museum especially does. I was part of the process that caused Governor Bentley to sign the Scottsboro Boys Act into law.

[It exonerated the nine black men unjustly accused of rape in 1931.] I was there when he signed it.

EVENT: You’re also helping to plan many events here to celebrate the Alabama Bicentennial.

WH: Yes, we have many activities planned. On June 15th, we’ll have a re-enactment of the 1885 St. Bartley Primitive Baptist Church baptism at Big Spring in downtown Huntsville.

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Still Serving Veterans Holds Appreciation Celebration

The Current & Former Board Members of Still Serving Veterans

PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Photos by Steve Babin Still Serving Veterans gathered a group of long-time supporters and friends for a special leadership transition announcement on February 9 at the home of Lynn Collyar and Sarah Green.

Around 75 guests attended including SSV Co-Founder and Executive Director Will Webb with wife Kay; Chief Program Officer Paulette Risher; COO Bill Koch and wife Tami; Chief Development Officer Debbie Joyner and husband Bill; Director of Communications Heather Wells and husband James; along with a number of current and former SSV board members.

Sybil Cleveland, Paulette Risher

Dan Godwin, Tammy & John Wright

Debbie & Bill Joyner

Hank Isenberg, John Hamilton, Lynn Collyar

Webb and the Still Serving Veterans Board of Directors have selected Major General (R) Paulette Risher to become the organization’s Chief Executive Officer. Webb and wife Kay are building a lake home nearer their children and grandchildren.

“We are blessed with a brilliant, proven leader whose head is completely in the Still Serving Veterans game,” said Webb, SSV Co-Founder and CEO. “Since joining SSV’s senior staff in 2014, Paulette has grown SSV programs in multiple locations, significantly broadening our capabilities and impact serving Veterans.”

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Junior League of Huntsville’s Inaugural Book Ball

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Photos by Steve Babin The Junior League of Huntsville traveled back in time to the 1920s for their inaugural Book Ball. This year’s theme was The Great Gatsby and it was a swingin’ soiree. The event was held on March 2 at The Grand Hall in EarlyWorks Museum. Party-goers enjoyed a night of delicious food by Mason Dixon Catering, and dancing to tunes performed by Seducing Alice. It was the bee’s knees and a night that no one will soon forget!

All proceeds from The Book Ball will be used to fund The Junior League of Huntsville’s Community Projects, such as The Butterfly Project and One-on-One. The Butterfly Project provides free prom dresses to deserving high school girls; and One-on-One helps at-risk youths with reading while keeping it fun.

The Junior League of Huntsville extended thanks the many sponsors that helped make the event possible, especially main sponsors Torch Technologies and ServisFirst Bank. n

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Josh & Whitney Briscoe, Kristy & CJ Powell

Anna Stinson, Kate Moon

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Comedy for a Cause PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Photos by Jessa Harris A record 319 guests joined Huntsville Hospital Foundation for Party in the Park, February 28 at Insanity Complex. The eighth annual fundraiser raised a record $103,000 in net proceeds to purchase an MRI-compatible anesthesia system for not-for-profit Madison Hospital.

Guests laughed the night away thanks to stand-up comedian Henry Cho. Attendees also enjoyed a silent auction and the chance to win $2,000 in gift cards through an exciting treasure chest giveaway. Madison resident Steve Burcham unlocked the grand prize.

Chip Kalousek, Kristen Strickland, Stephanie Hendon, Kevin Collins

Party in the Park was catered by Mangia Italian Restaurant, and floral arrangements were generously donated by Huntsville Design Florist.

Organizers extended a special thank you to presenting sponsors Mangia Italian Restaurant and Window World of Huntsville. n

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Anna Blocker, Megan Zingarelli

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Merrill & Mary Lynne Wright, Jeff Samz

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Lynne & Joe Vallely, Pat Ammons

Kathy Chan, Jan Smith, Kathi Tew, Beverly Weiner

INTUITIVE Planetarium VIP Opening PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Photos by Steve Babin The U.S. Space and Rocket Center hosted 270 special guests for the opening of the INTUITIVE Planetarium on March 1. Special guests included Hal Brewer, co-founder and Chairman of INTUITIVE® Research and Technology, as well as Dr. Deborah Barnhart, CEO and Executive Director of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, who made opening remarks. Entertainment was provided by David Weigel, Director of the INTUITIVE® Planetarium, who illustrated the clarity of the state-of-the-art technology while “flying” guests through the universe.

The INTUITIVE® Planetarium is the only place in the Southeast to offer the advanced 8K technology. Along with special programming, including a Friday night series of astronomy shows, the planetarium offers a variety of science- and space-themed movies.

Dr. Richard Hoover, Brenda & Rich Chappell, Bonita & Kenny Mitchell

In addition to its investment in the planetarium, Intuitive is the Apollo 50th Golden Anniversary Sponsor for all the U.S. Space & Rocket Center anniversary activities.

“This is the finest investment INTUITIVE could have made in our community for space education,” said Dr. Barnhart. “Huntsville deserves a world-class planetarium, and you have to travel outside of this region to see anything comparable. This is an investment for decades to come.” n

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Dr. Deborah Barnhart, Hal Brewer

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Gala Luncheon with The Bitter Socialite PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Photos by Steve Babin Kicking off the 28th Gala at the Huntsville Museum of Art, was the Gala Luncheon, featuring The Bitter Socialite on February 26. Trace Barnett is the founder of The Bitter Socialite – a culinary and lifestyle blog; the author of Tracing Roots; and a finalist on The Next Food Network Star and Food Network’s Comeback Kitchen.

Barnett delivered a unique experience for guests by involving himself in the planning of the luncheon, ranging from providing recipes for the welcome cocktail and menu to aiding in the design of the tablescapes. Around 200 guests lunched on fare from Lyn’s Gracious Goodness.

Jennifer Curl, Caroline Mauldin, Amy King, Leslie Bradford

Proceeds from the Gala Luncheon go directly to the Huntsville Museum of Art. Gala is the Museum’s largest fundraiser. The Gala Committee has lent well over $4 million in support of the Museum throughout its 28-year history. This years’ Gala Chairs were Tina Caudle, Tabby Ragland, Mandy Selman and Jean Warren. n

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Stephanie Daniel, Yonna Price

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Tina Caudle, Jean Warren, Trace Barnett, Mandy Selman, Tabby Ragland

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Salute to Service: Honoring Our Heroes PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Photos by Steve Babin The inaugural event, Salute to Service: Honoring Our Heroes was held on March 7 at the VBC North Hall. The event served to raise awareness and critical funding for Semper Fi Community Task Force to support their mission of serving wounded veterans and their families.

Luther Laney, Medal of Honor Recipient Gary Michael Rose, Grant VanOostrom

Among the 520 attendees was guest speaker and Medal of Honor recipient, Retired Army Captain Mike Rose. Artist Joe Everson performed the God Bless the USA while painting a tribute to the service men and women. The painting was presented for auction during the evening. Michael Curtis performed the top hit We Know You, which was written and sung during Heroes Week in 2016. Curtis was joined by rising country music star Garrett Miles, an Alabama native who gained fame on American Idol.

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Von Brewski Beer Festival Brewed up Fun at the VBC PEOPLE • PLACES • PARTIES

Photos by Jessa Harris The 3rd Annual Von Brewski Beer Festival was held on February 9 in the South Hall of the Von Braun Center. With wristbands sponsored by Downtown Huntsville Craft Beer Trail, guests received a souvenir glass sponsored by The Ones Who Care - Keller Williams Realty. These glasses doubled as sampling glasses for the Festival. Attendees had the opportunity to sample beer not only from Huntsville brewers but from brewers across the world.

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Live music was provided by Seducing Alice and food was available for purchase, plus, returning for this year’s event, Topgolf’s build-your-own-pretzel-necklace station. For those who weren’t craft beer fans, a non-sampling ticket was available along with a fully-stocked bar with drinks available for purchase. n

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Lori Mealer, Anessia Stapleton

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An Irish Evening

Jim, Carey & Judy Link, Jane & Bill Koenitzer

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The 21st annual Irish Evening was held March 15 at the Historic Huntsville Depot Roundhouse to raise funds in support of United Cerebral Palsy of Huntsville and Tennessee Valley.

The 400 guests included volunteers from Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance, Dixie Derby Girls and UAH ATOs. Local eateries donated fare including: Keegan’s Public House; Holiday Inn Research Park; Chupper Time Catering; Regale Cupcakery; Bubba’s Silver Spoon Catering and Jackson Center; while Church Street Wine Shoppe, Old Black Bear Brewing and Chambers Bottling Company joined forces to donate beverages. Huntsville Achievement School Volunteers helped make the event sparkle with St. Patrick’s Day-inspired décor. Black Market Haggis and Irish step dancers from Fitness Arts Center entertained, along with fun and games provided by the Irish Society of North Alabama.

Presenting sponsor was Redstone Federal Credit Union, with other sponsors including Durham Orthodontics and COLSA Corporation.

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Calendar of Events June

May The 2019 Classic will benefit the Heart Institute/ Cardiovascular Services at not-for-profit Huntsville Hospital.

1 The Path to the Vote for Women 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Huntsville Madison County Public Library Auditorium American women were granted the right to vote with the passage of the 19th Amendment, ratified on August 18, 1920. This public presentation will educate or remind participants of the struggle in the fight for voting equity, and outline the important events and leading characters in that transformational period of American history.

2 Huntsville Botanical Garden Spring Hat Luncheon 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Huntsville Botanical Garden Grand Hall Over 300 ladies will don their most magnificent millinery at the Garden for the 7th annual Spring Hat Luncheon, featuring Gigi Butler, founder of Gigi’s Cupcakes. Lunch will be catered by Grille29.

Margs at the Museum 6 – 8 p.m.

Huntsville Museum of Art Sip Margaritas and munch on tacos on the main level of the galleries. Proceeds support the Membership Fund at the Museum. Tickets include festive food and live music and the event features a cash bar and exciting prize drawings. Tickets can be purchased at hsvmuseum.org.

1 Evolve 2019 JSD Showcase 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Tickets on sale at Jill’s Studio of Dance and available for purchase onsite.

10 Concerts on the Dock: Rob Aldridge & the Proponents 8 Family Fun Festival & Expo 6 – 9 p.m.

10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment Von Braun Center South Hall Come out for an evening with Rob Aldridge & Make plans to attend the 6th Annual Family Fun The Proponents, an Americana rock n’ roll band Festival & Expo benefiting Free 2 Teach. The event based out of North Alabama. Bring friends, picnics, is open to the public and FREE to attend with a and pets on a leash. Concerts on the Dock are always monetary or school supply donation to Free2Teach. free to attend though there’s a $5 charge for parking Activities include inflatables, face painting, bumper on property. Please carpool. cars, bungee jumping, train rides and even an arcade.

11 Anderson East & Brett Bigelow in Concert 6:30 – 10:30 p.m.

Sidetracks Music Hall Come for an up-close, acoustic performance with 2019 Grammy Award Nominated Athens-native Anderson East and Scottsboro’s very own Brett Bigelow.

Purchase tickets at 2019fcrc.eventbrite.com.

100% of every ticket purchased will be donated directly to Felines & Canines at Hunter Stephenson Rescue Center.

Rocket City Best Fest 4 –10 p.m.

Big Spring Park Join the fun in the Inaugural Rocket City Best Fest, an outdoor event that will engage community members from all walks of life. Featuring burger and beer tastings, live entertainment, family fun, kid-friendly activities, Rocket City Best Fest supporters will help reduce the burden of cancer on the community.

Huntsville Mom Prom 7 – 11 p.m.

Jackson Center Don’t miss this prom-themed, ladies-only event with dancing, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres. Repurpose an old dress or pick out a new style. Be ready to walk the red carpet, hit the dance floor, place bids at the silent auction, and win prizes all evening long.

Who will be the Huntsville Mom Prom Queen?

Tickets available at www.huntsvillemomprom.com

17 Concerts on the Dock: Russell Cook & the Sweet Teeth 6 – 9 p.m.

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment Join Russell Cook & the Sweet Teeth as they explore 3 Concerts on the Dock: Tremble Weeds the electric side of traditional music, folk and blues, 6 – 9 p.m. jazz and honkytonk, rock and roll, and old time.

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment Bring friends, picnics, and pets on a leash. Concerts Come out for an evening with the Tremble Weeds. on the Dock are always free to attend though there’s This two-piece Indie rock n’ roll band, has an a $5 charge for parking on property.

18 Women Honoring Women Honoree Reception impressive rock catalog with elements of blues and Please carpool.

5 – 7 p.m. rockabilly. Bring friends, picnics, and pets on a leash.

Burritt on the Mountain Concerts on the Dock are free to attend though there’s 18 Heads-N-Tails Crawfish Boil a $5 charge for parking on property. Please carpool.

3 – 9 p.m.

21 “The Longest Day” Von Braun Center South Hall Alzheimer’s Association Event Super Heroes Shindig The 9th Annual Heads-N-Tails Crawfish is free to The Alzheimer’s Association event “The Longest 6 – 9 p.m. attend and is family-friendly; with face painting, Day” is a DIY fundraiser event happening on 210 Pratt Ave. NE inflatables, an arcade and other free activities to summer solstice. The event website is A fun-filled event for grown-ups to honor community entertain the kids. Crawfish and other Cajun food act.alz.org/TLD and provides ample event details.

Superheroes and support the NCAC. The event will will be available for purchase, as well as craft beer In Alabama alone, there are more than 92,000 people be held on the NCAC’s back lawn and will feature and other beverages. Curley Taylor and Zydeco living with Alzheimer’s with about 304,000 family carnival games and carnival style food.

Trouble will play from 5 – 8 p.m. members and friends providing care. On the Longest Day, be the light that helps to outshine the darkness 9 Huntsville Classic: An Acoustic Evening Heart Ball of Alzheimer’s. with Lee Brice and Randy Houser 6 – 9 p.m.

8:30 – 11 p.m.

Westin Huntsville VBC Propst Arena Two country chart-toppers are headlining For a complete listing of events 31 Evolve 2019 JSD Showcase Huntsville Hospital Foundation’s 31st annual and detailed information, 7 p.m.

Huntsville Classic. Tickets start at only $15 please visit our calendar at Jill’s Studio of Dance presents Evolve 2019. Tickets and can be purchased at the VBC Box Office www.eventhuntsville.com on sale at Jill’s and available for purchase onsite. or Ticketmaster.com.

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Huntsville Happenings Written by Judy S. Ryals, Pres./CEO Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau

We’re well into 2019 and it’s been a fantastic year so far! WhistleStop Weekend will have the historic Huntsville Depot jamming to some awesome tunes and smelling the smoke from the delicious barbecue cooking in the air on May 3 and 4. There’s a little time left to see the breathtaking Chinese Lantern Festival: The Wild at the Huntsville Botanical Garden. The lanterns are amazing during the day but they are magical at night. Visit the garden during their special evening hours Wednesday through Sunday nights. The exhibit is only here until May 19, so don’t miss out.

Alabama Constitution Hall Village is ready to celebrate the state’s bicentennial. The recent upgrades really take this attraction to the next level. Several special bicentennial events are on the full calendar of events at www.huntsville.org.

The U.S. Space & Rocket Center has already started to party like its 1969! Visit the Center to see their exhibit, Apollo: When We Went to the Moon, and check out the

new state-of-the-art INTUITIVE® Planetarium which features 248 comfortable seats, a seamless screen for the best viewing possible, and cutting edge 8K projectors for the highest definition images possible. Go on a Thursday and stay for some German music and drinks under the historic Saturn V moon rocket at the weekly biergarten.

Just in time to celebrate Alabama’s Bicentennial, Burritt on the Mountain debuts its new and original discovery program, Burritt Backpack Explorers, for children ages 4-12. They can explore Burritt’s Nature Trails, Historic Park, Barnyard Animals, and Dr. Burritt’s Marvelous Mansion; and choose one of five cool adventure backpacks, complete with everything needed for an exciting scavenger hunt, designed for fun and surprises. Backpacks come with a special something children can take home! Visitors, with and without children, will enjoy Time Travel Trivia, a series of unique and fascinating facts posted throughout our site that will help you travel through 200 years of Alabama history. Check out our online calendar for the City Lights & Stars concert dates and remember Cocktails at the View is the perfect way to celebrate mid-week each Wednesday evening from 5-8 pm.

Get out and go to some of the many events at the Von Braun Center. In addition to some awesome concerts and musicals, the VBC is also the place to go to the Heads-N-Tails Crawfish Boil & Craft Beer Garden on May 18 and the Family Fun Festival on June 8.

Invite friends and family so they can see how our community is growing and our quality of life just keeps getting better.

For a list of events and activities here in May, June and early July, as well as ongoing events, visit our website and our blog iHeartHsv.com. Remember to stop by the Visitor Center at 500 Church Street NW, and our Visitor Information Assistants will be happy to assist you! n

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Modern American Miss For the first time, Huntsville will be the home of its first state pageant, Modern American Miss – a new pageant system established in 2017 open to ages 7-30. State director, Riley Gann, chose Huntsville to host because of its small town feel while being one of the fastest growing cities. Gann will be looking for sponsoring businesses to contribute both towards prize packages as well as the pageant’s expenses. Sponsors will be recognized during the pageant, have the potential for free tickets and marketing opportunities on MAM Alabama’s social media site. The pageant will be June 29-30, with final competition June 30th at 5:00 PM.

Please go to modernamericanmiss.com for location information or contact the state director at info@modernamericanmiss.com and 256.293.7055.

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YOUR PER SONA L WINE HOROSC OPE FROM C HURC H STREE T WINE SHOPPE

At Church Street Wine Shoppe we believe there is a wine for everyone under the sun, moon, and stars!

Find your zodiac sign below and our suggestion for the perfect pairing for your personality.

CAPRICORN & ICE WINE: 12/22 - 1/20 Hard-working Capricorns will climb to the top to get the money, power, and glory they desire. The perfect accompaniment to this journey is a glass of ice wine. Natural planners and results-oriented, they appreciate the time it takes to produce the unique sweetness of ice wine.

CANCER & GRENACHE: 6/22 - 7/22 The Cancer crab will do anything to protect the home on its back.

That’s because mighty Cancers are loyal, care deeply about their family, and love to nuture others. A personality that strong-willed and helpful to others deserves a solid Grenache - a wine just as powerful as a Cancer.

Your perfect match: Purveyor. As a planner, you’ll know to get reservations!

Your perfect match: Mazzara’s. You’ll feel right at home with these family-inspired Italian recipes.

AQUARIUS & BIODYNAMIC BLEND: 1/21 - 2/19 The social warrior of the Zodiac, Aquarians are free-spirited and extremely innovative. You are a socially conscious humanitarian and will enjoy a biodynamic blend. Being biodynamic means the wine is made with nature in mind, practicing organic and sustainable farming. If you’re an Aquarius, this is just the wine for you.

Your perfect match: Pourhouse, where you will appreciate the outdoors!

PISCES & ROSÉ: 2/20 - 3/20 Pisces are the epitome of emotion. They’re creative, selfless, and immensely artistic. They are extremely positive and see the world with rosé-colored glasses. Pisces prefer quality over quantity and so we chose a perfectly chilled rosé with hints of fresh strawberries the perfect wine for the Pisces dreamer.

Your perfect match: Church Street Wine Shoppe, where local artists display and sell their handmade artwork.

LEO & CABERNET SAUVIGNON: 7/23 - 8/22 Leos are ready for the spotlight and have an air of royalty about them. They’re generous, romantic, and dignified. Cabernet Sauvignon is as much of a ruler as you are, and it gives you the strength a Leo craves. Take a sip and dive into center stage - you are the ringleader after all.

Your perfect match: Purveyor. You will appreciate the candlelit tables. For a romantic evening, ask for table eight.

VIRGO & SAUVIGNON BLANC: 8/23 - 9/23 Virgos are analytical and hard-working. This super studious sign is known for their attention to detail. Sauvignon Blanc is the perfect wine for this salt-of-the-earth personality. The wine is crisp and bright with citrus, but also balanced - just like you.

Your perfect match: Mazzara’s. As a hard worker, you’ll appreciate the attention to detail, made-from-scratch pasta, and hand-crafted gelato.

ARIES & CHARDONNAY: 3/21 - 4/20 If you’re an Aries, you’re daring, courageous, and energetic. Aries bring excitement into others’ lives. Your wine match is “look at me” oaked Chardonnay. Sure, you two might get some jealous stares, but ignore the haters - nothing can bring you down.

LIBRA & SPARKLING WHITE: 9/24 - 10/23 Libras are kind and enjoy harmony & peace in all parts of life.

They’re lovers of beauty and romantic to their core. They crave camaraderie and enjoy clinking a glass with others, so pop open a bottle of sparking white wine and let’s share the bubbles.

Your perfect match: Purveyor, because you’re a trendsetter! Ask for table nine and be seen by all.

Your perfect match: Pourhouse. This mixed-use space has something for everyone.

Enjoy the beauty of the rooftop view or outdoor games with friends!

TAURUS & RED BURGUNDY: 4/21 - 5/21 As a Taurus, you certainly have an eye for beauty. There’s only one thing that can quench your thirst for all things elegant: enter a red Burgundy. One of the most impressive wines in the world, this famed Pinot Noir is from France and, just like you, embraces the high life.

Your perfect match: Purveyor. You have a taste for beauty and you can’t beat the design of these dishes!

GEMINI & RIESLING: 5/22 - 6/21 Quick-witted Geminis can be both sweet & sour. If you’re an astrological twin, Riesling’s versatility may be just right for you. Your dual personality makes you sociable and fun. Whether you like your wine dry or sugared, Riesling’s bright acidity and playful citrus notes are perfect just for you!

Your perfect match: Church Street Wine Shoppe, where you’re sure to run into a friend! Can’t decide on what you want to drink? Try a wine flight!

bottles & tapas

bourbon & kitchen

SCORPIO & SYRAH: 10/24 - 11/22 Scorpios don’t like to waste time. They’re focused and balanced just like a well-made Syrah. Super passionate, extremely motivated, and fierce, Scorpios will enjoy this tannin-packed dark wine, lusty in nature. Calm, cool, and mysterious, both you and Syrah are unique yet agreeable, so no one should be that intimidated.

Your perfect match: There’s something new coming downtown. It’s still a mystery but it’s definitely cool, so stay calm, Scorpio. You’ll know soon enough.

SAGITTARIUS & RED BLEND: 11/23 - 12/21 Sagittarians are curious and energetic, but they’re clear thinkers and want to always see the big picture. A red blend is the wine for this open-minded, extroverted traveler. Known for its extreme drinkability, the open road is what the Sagittarian seeks, and a red blend is all you need to help explore it.

Your perfect match: Pourhouse. Enjoy the casually swanky bar and get a change of scenery around every corner at Stovehouse!

fast casual dining

we pour everything

Carolyn Johnson, Paula Bowling

Dr. Bill Alison, Dr. Michael Yates

Julia Bearden, Sherlyn Culver

Jennifer Uptain, Jennifer Pearsall

Dunagan Yates & Alison Present Beauty for Your Life

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

Photos by Steve Babin Drs. William Alison and Michael Yates presented a public seminar to update interested guests about the best surgical and non-surgical options in aesthetics. Around 225 guests attended the session on February 16 at Merrimack Hall in Huntsville. The physicians have been holding this information-packed event since 2007. This year’s attendees were treated to fare by Chick fil-A and Panera bread.

Subjects covered included face and breast surgery, body contouring, laser procedures, BOTOX and JUVADERM products, hair restoration and many more. A question and answer session followed the presentation.

“We appreciate the guests who spent their Saturday morning with us,” said Office Administrator Noel McAllister. n

Lauren Davis, Jennifer Lane, Lisa Hall

Susan Connor, Diane Brown

Jackie Sanford, Debra Chandler

Jane Smith, April Vintson, Heather Dugan

Michael & Lana Meskunas

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Beth Williams, Beth Rorex

Mary Jones, Jaxie Rogers, Janet Thompson

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David & Lisa Iosco

Hank Isenberg, Annette Birchfield, Eric Hedges Joel Wickizer, Mackenzie Baker, Mark Tucker

Matt & Lori Meyer

Audi Launches Select 2019 Models

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

Photos by Steve Babin On rainy Thursday evening in February, Audi Huntsville kicked off some of its new 2019 model line with Huntsville Audi fans who came out to support the event at the Huntsville Museum of Art. The group extended appreciation to all those who attended.

“We are so excited for 2019 and this new Audi line-up,” said Megan McCahey, Marketing and Vehicle Acquisition Director. “If you missed this wonderful evening, we invite you to come to our showroom to take a look and for a test drive to experience art in motion. One of our new signature pieces is that of the first-ever Audi Q8, a new staple in our community, and we couldn’t be more excited to have the it added to the Audi family.” n

Members of the Huntsville Madison County Chamber of Commerce

Stan Fields, Scott Wallace, Trey Cherni

Evan & Michelle Hubbard, Carrole & Eric Hedges

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Helen & Ben Williams

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Kristen Strickland, Annette Birchfield, Megan McCahey