Calendar of Events

Thu - Mar 11		The Hot Seats at Flying Monkey Arts Center The Hot Seats have been touring far and wide in the US and UK thus far in 2010 in support of their new album - Retreat to Camp Candy Temptation Island - which has been described as "an explosive concoction of old time music engrossed in the present," (Bootleg Magazine), "spectacular music" and "pure entertainment" (Scotland on Sunday), and that the band "seems determined to keep jug band and skiffle music alive with humor, energy, and real musical chops." (Banjo Newsletter). On their way to Auston, TX to perform in some (unofficial) South By Southwest Showcases, the Hot Seats will bring their award-winning raddy, oldtimey goodness to Hunstville at teh Flying Monkey Arts Center. The band returned recently from a 6 week tour of the British Isles, including a second trip to the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival, sold out gigs in art centers throughout Scotland, England, Ireland, and Wales, and a marquee performance at the Open House Festival in Belfast. While abroad, the band was referred to as "wildly inventive (Three Weeks Unlimited)", and summed up with the statement "seldom before have serious musicianship and serious derangement met in such pleasing circumstances. (The Glasgow Herald)" The Hot Seats live show has been described as "virtually non-stop (The Glasgow Herald)," and "careening, high- energy entertainment that is off the rails - but expertly performed (Relish Magazine)." They have performed widely on the East Coast of the US, as well as three critically acclaimed tours in the UK. They have received accolades both for their musical (1st Prize in the Neo-Traditional Band Competition at the 2008 Clifftop Appalachian Music Festival) and overall value (2007 Independent Music World Series Champions, 2008 Herald Angel Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival). The Hot Seats will be playing on the Blue Plate Special on WDVX earlier in the afternoon For more information, pictures, CD's, mp3's and interviews, please contact Josh Bearman at thehotseats@gmail.com, or by phone at 804-239-2549.
Fri - Mar 12		12th Annual "An Irish Evening" to Benefit UCP Redstone Federal Credit Union proudly presents the 12th annual An Irish Evening event to benefit United Cerebral Palsy of Huntsville and the Tennessee Valley, Inc. (UCP) on Friday, March 12, at the Von Braun Center North Hall. Social hour begins at 6 p.m. and a fabulous buffet of Celtic cuisine will be served at 7 p.m. UCP is excited to welcome Henris Notions of Tuscaloosa to share Celtic music from the south during this years event. Dinner entertainment will also include a performance by The Fitness Arts Centers Irish Step Dancers. After the show, dance the night away with Americas Party Pros. One of Huntsvilles best silent auctions will once again take place throughout the evening. Offerings include vacation packages, fine dining, entertainment, jewelry, unique home decor and much more and for your bidding enjoyment. Looking for a pot of gold? Buy a key for your chance to unlock one of three fabulous prizes! Exciting games and drawings with amazing prizes will also be offered throughout the evening, including beautiful jewelry from Sabghis Jewelers. Reserved seating is $75 per person or $600 per table of eight. For reservations or additional information, contact Tracy Cieniewicz at 859-4900, tracyc@ucphuntsville.org or visit www.ucphuntsville.org.
Fri - Mar 12		SEAFARE 2010 - "Blue Water" The Arts Council announces their 18th Annual SEAFARE Fundraiser themed Blue Water on Friday, March 12, 2010 from 6:00-10:30 p.m. at the historic Huntsville Depot Roundhouse, 320 Church Street, NW. SEAFARE, which supports TACs Arts Education programs, features a freshly prepared open seafood buffet catered by Roussos Seafood of Mobile, TACs popular Silent Auction, and the rocking music of CityBeats drawing you to the dance floor! General admission is $55 per person, with Captain {Patron) and Admiral(Sponsorship) tables. Each seating 8 at $500 (or $62.50/person) and $800, respectively. Casual Attire is encouraged! Seating is limited and entrance is by reservation only. The deadline for reservations is Friday, 5 March, so call Jon at TAC today for your invitation at (256) 519-2787 (ARTS), ext. 200 and visit www.artshuntsville.org for more information. You will want to be there every time SEAFARE sets sail!
Sat - Mar 13		SOPHIE MILMAN - Jazz Sophie Milman, the Toronto-based jazz singer whose unique style has captivated audiences worldwide makes a significant leap currently on her third album, taking familiar songs into new territories and branching out by bringing pop songs into jazz repertoire. The Canadian singer performed around the globe landmarks venues like the Hollywood Bowl, the Kennedy Center and New York
Sun - Mar 14		Wes Jeans Live in Concert at Sports Vision Restaurant Texas Blues Rock Guitarist Wes Jeans is coming to Alabama during his 2010 CD Release tour. Jeans will be LIVE at Sports Vision Restaurant 4701 Meridian Street, Suite N, Huntsville, AL 35811 March 14th at 7pm For More Information Contact: Blue World Entertainment Email: kristal@wesjeans.com Phone: 256-715-1878
Sat - Mar 20		Singer/Impressionist Kevin Adams "Revue of the Stars" with a'cappella group "Blast From The Past" Mar 20th Sat Night: "YESTERDAYS" presents national singer/impressionist Kevin Adams, "Revue of the Stars" with special guests oldies a'cappella group "Blast From The Past" in concert. Doors open and dinner begins 6PM, showtime 7PM, all tickets $10, available dinner $8.95, reservations required halldj99@hiwaay.net For More Information Contact:Glenn Hall Email: halldj99@hiwaay.net
Fri - Mar 26		JAMES GREGORY - Comedy For over two decades, the unforgettable caricature of veteran comedian James Gregory has stood grinning: his shirt un-tucked, his arms outstretched, a carefree welcome to a down-home, hilarious comedy experience. It
Thu - Apr 01		Oakwood University Annual UNCF Gala This is Oakwood University Annual UNCF Banquet. We would love for you to attend and capture this moment. Charles Bolden Administrator for NASA is the the Keynote speaker this year. For More Information Contact:Deon Stokes Email: sdeonstokes@jointeffortll Phone: 256.489.5920
Fri - Apr 02		Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame "Come join the most successful and generous people of North Alabama at the 2010 Business Hall of Fame! Junior Achievement of North Alabama established the Hall of Fame to recognize the outstanding contributions of our local business leaders to the history, growth, and economic development. This year, we honor Mr. Larry Capps, Mr. Milton Cummings, and Mr. Jerry Reed with a black tie dinner celebration. For tickets or more information, call Danielle Davidson at 256.533.4661 or email ddavidson@janaonline.org."
Sat - Apr 10		Walk MS Fundraising walk for the AL Chapter of the Nat'l Multiple Sclerosis Society. For More Information Contact:Susan Bowen Email: s.bowen@deeptarget.com Phone: 256-783-8949
Sat - Apr 10		Heart Society Art for HeartBall for More Information Contact: Kim Jimmerson Email: kim.jimmerson@heart.org Phone: 256-457-3258
Sat - Apr 10		Yuri's Night World Space Party Yuris Night is a worldwide space party linked via the web to parties all over the world. You can see parties from other cities in past years by searching on the web for Yuris Night. We will have the Huntsville website up and running by Feb 8th. CAJA Friends, Inc is hosting the party here in Huntsville at the Rocket Center. We will be having a VIP event at 5:30 and then a giant party at 7:00pm. For More Information Contact: Angel Hundley Email: ahundley@mac.com Phone: (256) 655-9190
Mon - Apr 12		Huntsville Madison County Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Banquet 12 local athletes/coaches will be inducted as the class of 2010 of our local sports Hall of Fame. For More Information Contact:Greg Patterson Email: greg.patterson@hsvcity.co Phone: 256-564-8026
Fri - Apr 16		"Shoot for the Stars" Crescen Dough Auction 2010 BE A STAR!!!! Join the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra Guilds 37th Annual Crescen-Dough Auction for an evening of fun on April 16th, 2010 at the Davidson Center. Bid on more than 500 items available in a Live, Silent and a Blind Bid Auction. Items range from one-of-a-kind parties, great vacations, jewelry and art to the incredible services and items donated by local merchants. Additionally, as part of the Live Auction, we will have available 5 unique and collectable violins, each which has been painted by noteworthy artists, specifically for this event. Become a member of the Painted Violin Society to help sponsor the Symphonys Family Concert! For a small donation you can be part of this community experience. Tickets to attend the Auction are $60 per person. For more information, please contact the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra Office at 539-4818. Website information can be found at www.hso.org or www.crescendoughauction.org.
Sat - Apr 17		Paws in Need European Boutique with the Greater Huntsville Humane Society want to raise awarness and contributioins for the Stephen Saseen Memorial Fund at the Humane Society. This memorial provides veterinarian assistance for pet owners who cannot afford these services. 25% of sales on this day at European Boutique will go to this memorial. For More Information Contact: Wanda Przekwas Email: wandaprz@yahoo.com Phone: 256-880-0322
Sat - Apr 24		Big Brothers Big Sisters 5K Run at Bridgestreet 5K run at Bridgestreet, starts in front of PF Changs. For More Information Contact:Felica Sparks Email: felica@cre8ive.com Phone: (256) 426-2718
Fri - Apr 30		Relay For Life of Huntsville Relay For Life is an overnight event to fight cancer. Teams walk laps all night to signify cancer never sleeps. There's entertainment and a luminary ceremony at dusk. For More Information Contact:Kara Neloms Email: kara.neloms@cancer.org Phone: 256.535.1084
Tue - May 11		Riverdance RIVERDANCE will play three Farewell Performances at the Von Braun Concert Hall in Huntsville, AL, May 11-12, 2010. The Washington Post Raves, "A Phenomenon of Historic Proportions!" Discover why nothing in the world compares to The Original International Phenomenon! Whether its your first time or your fifth, you wont want to miss these FAREWELL performances of Riverdance! Tickets $19.50 - $49.50 Ticketmaster Phone: 866-448-7849