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JULY 2010

Cordell Hull Lake (TN)

July 3 - 31, 2010

July - Celebrating Our Country's Freedom

July - Celebrating Our Country's Freedom 3rd - Granville Fourth of July Celebration in Veteran's Park featuring a Fireworks Display at 9:00 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st - Sutton Ole Time Music Hour every Saturday night from 6:00 - 8:00 with family-style meals served at 5:00 and 6:30 with reservations. JULY BANDS July 3 - HUB CITY BLUEGRASS July 10 - CIARA IVEY July 17 - THE RIGNEYS July 24 - CLEARVIEW July 31 - ONE WAY OUT 31st - Meet the UCAA featured artist for July and be able to purchase signed original work from one of the area's finest artists working in an array of media.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Granville
Contact: Jennifer Wiggins Phone: 931-653-4151

Cordell Hull Lake (TN)

July 3 - 31, 2010 -- Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sutton Ole Time Music Hour

JULY BANDS July 3 - HUB CITY BLUEGRASS - July 10 - CIARA IVEY - July 17 - THE RIGNEYS - July 24 - CLEARVIEW - July 31 - ONE WAY OUT - Sutton Ole Time Music Hour There is live bluegrass music every Saturday night from 6 p.m. till 8 p.m. at Sutton. Also, 1 hour of the show is recorded for a Radio Broadcast, called Sutton Ole Time Music Hour. It can be found each Saturday at 10:00 am on WTKY FM 92.1, WKWY FM 102.7, WTKY AM 1370, and WVFB FM 101.5 also the show Broadcasts Saturdays at 11:00 am in Cookeville WPTN AM 780 and on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. on Lebanon's WANT FM 98.9 and WCOR AM 1490. All-You-Can-Eat Family Style Dinner - Great Country Cooking! Consists of Meat, 3 Vegetables, Bread, Salad, Homemade Desserts & Drinks! Call the store for reservations - 931-653-4151 From I-40 take exit 258, Gordonsville/ Carthage, turn north onto Hwy. 53, go Several miles to 70N/53E, turn right and go about 7 miles to Chestnut Mound. Turn left onto Hwy. 53 (70N keeps going straight). Go 5 miles turn right on Hwy 96 on left 1000 yrds http://www.granvillemuseum.com/index.htm?id=14125 - Sutton Ole Time Music Hour is sponsored by:- American Way Real Estate Co, Meadows Homes, Coca-Cola of Cookeville, Jackson Bank & Trust, and the Granville Marina.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Sutton General Store 169 Clover St. Granville
Contact: Jennifer Wiggens Phone: 931-653-4151

Fort Loudoun Lake (TN)

July 20 - August 10, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Lock Closure - Fort Loudoun - River Mile 6023

There are no auxiliary locks available to pass traffic during this closure.
Location: Fort Loudoun Lock and Dam
Contact: USACE - Jeff Ross

Fort Loudoun Lake (TN)

July 24 - 31, 2010

14th Annual Tennessee River 600

A pleasure event for personal watercraft (PWC) enthusiasts, has evolved into an annual event with participants representing as many as 19 states. The participants raise money benefiting two children's hospitals and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA). Funds raised from participants and sponsors are divided equally among T.C. Thompson Children's Hospital, Chattanooga, TN; The Children's Hospital, Birmingham, AL; and Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Knoxville, TN to Paris TN

Lake Wawasee (IN)

July 29 - 31, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Syracuse Summer Fest

This is a 3 day weekend full of unique events for the entire family. There is a outdoor movie night, bands located at different venus throughout Syracuse. The Syracuse Summer Fest Art Festival will be held on the 31st with artist, bands, food vendors. Each event is designed to include the entire family. For more info call 457-2789 or 528-1602
Event's Official Web Page Location: Wawasee Village
Contact: Kathleen Boyts/Tammy Cotton Phone: (574) 457-2789

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Lake Martin (AL)

July 30, 2010 -- Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Wags & Whiskers

The Humane Society of Elmore County invites you to join us for our silent auction fundraiser. Admission includes food/fun/drinks (BYOB) /ticket for nice door prizes & more! A great night of fun & fellowship to help the homeless animals in Elmore County. Only $15.00 person / $25.00 couple. Auction items can be viewed at website} www.elmorehumane.com For more details contact Charlie Pope # 334-514-7088 or Rea Cord # 334-567-3377
Event's Official Web Page Location: Wetumpka Civic Center - Downtowm Wetumpka
Contact: Charline Pope Phone: 334-514-7088

Lake Martin (AL)

July 31, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

LMRA Boating Class

Lake Martin Resource Association (LMRA), in conjunction with the Montgomery Power Squadron of Alabama Marine Police and Russell Marine, will offer a boating class. The class will be the United States Power Squadron's "Squadron Boating Course," an eight-hour course teaching the basics, as well as the use of marine radios, basic navigation, chart reading, course plotting, piloting and seamanship skills. The cost of the course material is $20. The exam is closed book and the Power Squadron will award successful applicants a certificate, which can be used for obtaining the "V" on a driver's license or equivalent state certificate.
Location: Ridge Marina - Lake Martin
Contact: Karen Posey Phone: 256-212-1422

Logan Martin Lake (AL)

July 31, 2010 -- Time: 10: - 6:

Lakeside Park Arts Festival

Location: Lakeside Park / Logan Martin Lake
Contact: Nancy Crow Phone: 205 338-9713

AUGUST 2010

Cordell Hull Lake (TN)

August 1, 2010 -- Time: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

The Glorylanders

The Glorylander: Jeff Hawkins, Steve Hawkins, Bruce Dockery and Chris Hawkins. The Sutton Ole Time Music Hour of Sutton General Store, Granville will conduct the first gospel concert On Sunday August 1st featuring The Glorylanders of Cookeville. The Sutton Store Dining Room will serve a great southern lunch that day with seatings at 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. with reservations required by calling 931-653-4151. The concert will begin at 12:30 and conclude at 2:30 p.m. being held in the center part of the historic general store.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Sutton General Store: 169 Clover St. Granville
Contact: Jennifer Wiggins Phone: 931-653-4151

Cordell Hull Lake (TN)

August 7 - 28, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sutton Ole Time Music Hour

August Bands Aug. 7- Jerry Butler & the Blu-J's Aug. 14- Mike Webb & Friends Aug. 21- The Reynolds Family Aug. 28- Michael Fegan & The Cumberland Mountain String Band There is live bluegrass music every Saturday night from 6 p.m. till 8 p.m. at Sutton. Also, 1 hour of the show is recorded for a Radio Broadcast, called Sutton Ole Time Music Hour. It can be found each Saturday at 10:00 am on WTKY FM 92.1, WKWY FM 102.7, ...WTKY AM 1370, and WVFB FM 101.5 also the show Broadcasts Saturdays at 11:00 am in Cookeville WPTN AM 780 and on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. on Lebanon's WANT... FM 98.9 and WCOR AM 1490. All-You-Can-Eat Family Style Dinner - Great Country Cooking! Consists of Meat, 3 Vegetables, Bread, Salad, Homemade Desserts & Drinks! Call the store for reservations - 931-653-4151 From I-40 take exit 258, Gordonsville/ Carthage, turn north onto Hwy. 53, go Several miles to 70N/53E, turn right and go about 7 miles to Chestnut Mound. Turn left onto Hwy. 53 (70N keeps going straight). Go 5 miles turn right on Hwy 96 on left 1000 yrds http://www.granvillemuseum.com/index.htm?id=14125 Sutton Ole Time Music Hour is sponsored by: American Way Real Estate Co, Meadows Homes, Coca-Cola of Cookeville, Jackson Bank & Trust, and the Granville Marina.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Sutton General Store: 169 Clover St. Granville
Contact: Jennifer Wiggins Phone: 931-6534151

Lake Martin (AL)

August 7, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

LMRA Boating Class

Lake Martin (AL)

August 9, 2010 -- Time: 12:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Lake Martin Lions Club Charter Luncheon

The newly formed Lake Martin Lions Club would appreciate you publishing information about its charter luncheon to be held August 9. below is an article that provides information about the luncheon. Thanks for your consideration. > > Lions from clubs throughout Alabama, including current and > past Lion district governors, will join 29 Lake Martin Club > members at the charter luncheon. > > Club President John Kocker said the new club's membership > is proud to become a part of Lions International. "Lions > have a history of working and supporting worthwhile > community projects and our club looks forward to continuing > this tradition in the Lake Martin area," he said. > > He added the club is actively seeking additional members > and encouraged lake-area residents to join now and become > charter members. The club meets every second and fourth > Tuedays at Judy's Stagecoach Restaurant on County Road 34 in > Dadeville. > > The newly formed Lake Martin Lions Club would appreciate you publishing information about its charter luncheon to be held August 9. below is an article that provides information about the luncheon. Thanks for your consideration. > > Lions from clubs throughout Alabama, including current and > past Lion district governors, will join 29 Lake Martin Club > members at the charter luncheon. > > Club President John Kocker said the new club's membership > is proud to become a part of Lions International. "Lions > have a history of working and supporting worthwhile > community projects and our club looks forward to continuing > this tradition in the Lake Martin area," he said. > > He added the club is actively seeking additional members > and encouraged lake-area residents to join now and become > charter members. The club meets every second and fourth > Tuedays at Judy's Stagecoach Restaurant on County Road 34 in > Dadeville. > > > > > > > > > > > > > >
Location: Saugahatchee Country Auburn
Contact: mike Phone: 2568256904

Holt Lake (AL)

August 9 - 14, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Holt Lake

Large item cleanup will be held at various locations during the week. Volunteers should contact coordinators for details. The community cleanup will be Saturday, August 14 at Rocky Branch Park in Peterson off Highway 216 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. A picnic lunch will follow the cleanup. Contacts: Kellie Johnston at 205-264-8461, Black Warrior Clean Water Partnership or Diane Gruman at 205-553-9373, U. S. Army Corp of Engineers
Location: Various

Logan Martin Lake (AL)

August 21, 2010

'Float Yer Boat' Regatta

Sponsored by the Pell City Civitan Club. “Registration forms are available at the Pell City Civic Center.
Location: Lakeside Park - Logan Martin Lake
Phone: 205-814-1440

Lake Martin (AL)

August 21, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Horseshoe Bend NMP: Muster on the Tallapoosa

The event will feature activities about the history of Alabama in the 19th century.
Location: Horseshoe Bend National Military Park
Contact: Ove Jenson Phone: 256-234-7111

Logan Martin Lake (AL)

August 21, 2010 -- Time: 8: - 10:

Card Board Boat Regatta

Event's Official Web Page Location: Lakeside Park / Logan Martin Lake
Contact: Nancy Crow Phone: 205 338-9713

Weiss Lake (AL GA)

August 26, 2010 -- Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Evening Lake Tour

Evening Lake Tour
Location: True Adventure Sports

SEPTEMBER 2010

Lake Guntersville (AL)

September 4, 2010 -- Time: 9:00 PM

Labor Day Weekend Bash & Cookout

Location: Signal Point Marina

Lake Martin (AL)

September 5, 2010

Final Summer Concert

Location: Lake Martin Amphitheater

Wheeler Lake (AL)

September 17 - 18, 2010

2010 Jaycees Annual Riverfest

Event's Official Web Page Location: Ingalls Harbor in Decatur

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September 23, 2010

First Day of Autumn

Lake Eufaula (AL GA)

September 23 - 25, 2010

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Lake Eufaula

Information on locations and contacts pending.
Location: TBD

Lake Sidney Lanier (GA)

September 25, 2010

Lake Lanier Shore Sweep

Details TBD
Location: Various locations around Lanier

Lake Martin (AL)

September 26, 2010 -- Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Bark in the Park -Wetumpka

Join the Humane Society of Elmore County with the animals, staff , volunteers , supporters for a day filled with fun - food- pet contests with awards - childrens games with lots of prizes- vendors- and more! Adoptable dogs will be available! Micro chip can be purchased. Pony rides. Vendors invited! (vendor application can be found on website } www.elmorehumane.com) Contact Rea Cord for more information.
Location: Fort Toulouse - Wetumka
Contact: Rea Cord Phone: 334-567-3377

OCTOBER 2010

Mobile Bay (AL)

October 1 - 3, 2010

Bayfest Music Festival

Event's Official Web Page Location: Downtown Mobile

Fort Loudoun Lake (TN)

October 2, 2010 -- Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Wine Over Water

Wine over water is Tennessee's premier wine-tasting festival, with all proceeds benefiting cornerstones for historic preservation in Chattanooga. Stroll the historic Walnut Street Bridge spanning the scenic Tennessee River – one of the world's longest pedestrian bridges – while sampling wines from over 100 world wineries.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Walnut Street Bridge - Downtown Knoxville

Cordell Hull Lake (TN)

October 2, 2010 -- Time: 12:00 PM

Fall Festival: Jazz on the Cumberland

The Granville Museum's Fall Celebration on October 2nd consisting of the 11th Annual Granville Quilt Festival, the 7th Annual Jazz On The Cumberland and the 5th Granville Storytelling Festival. Jazz on the Cumberland will be held at the Granville Veterans Park on the banks of the picturesque Cumberland River/Cordell Hull Lake beginning at 12:00 Noon featuring Jackson County High Jazz Band,The Big Band Sound,The Blues Brokers and The Tennessee Air National Guard Band!
Event's Official Web Page Location: Granville Veterans Park
Contact: Chris Neeley Phone: 931-653-4151

Lake Martin (AL)

October 2 - 6, 2010

Sarah Carlisle Towery Art Colony

Two nationally recognized artists headline a week-long workshop for adult artists on the beautiful Children's Harbor campus on the shores of Lake Martin. Participants will be able to showcase their talents and learn new techniques from instructors. An art show will be held at the end of the week. This year's instructors are Qiang Huang, a painter, and Holly Roberts, who creates painted photographs. An independent study class, overseen by artist Hugh Williams, is also available. Registration deadline is September 15th.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Children's Harbor at Lake Martin

Smith Lake (AL)

October 4 - 6, 2010

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Smith Lake

This cleanup will target large blocks of Styrofoam. The cleanup will be based at the Smith Dam Boat Launch. Contact coordinator for details.
Location: Smith Dam Boat Launch
Contact: John Kulbitskas Phone: 205-384-5415

Gulf Shores / Orange Beach (AL)

October 7 - 10, 2010

39th Annual Shrimp Festival

Celebrating its 39th year in 2010, the Festival attracts over 300,000 people who come to view Fine Arts and Arts & Crafts from over 200 artists during the four day Festival. Two stages offer continuous musical entertainment while the little one's attention is captured in the Children's Activity Village where they create their own art and participate in other fun-filled activities.
Event's Official Web Page Location: At the T in Gulf Shores

Watts Bar Lake (TN)

October 12 - November 2, 2010 -- Time: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Lock Closure - Watts Bar River Mile 5299

There will be no auxiliary locks to pass traffic during this closure.
Location: Watts Bar Lock and Dam
Contact: USACE - Jeff Ross

Mitchell Lake (AL)

October 23, 2010 -- Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Renew Our Rivers Clean-Up - Lake Mitchell

The cleanup will end at noon followed by a picnic lunch. Contact: Anita Lawson at 205-960-5083 or Lee Bendall at 205-823-2403, Lake Mitchell Homeowners and Boat Owners Association.
Location: Higgins Ferry Park

Weiss Lake (AL GA)

October 30, 2010 -- Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Evening Lake Tour

Evening Lake Tour
Location: True Adventure Sports

Lake Martin (AL)

October 30, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Alexander City: An Art Affair

Join MainStreet Alexander City for an art walk through historic downtown. Stroll the streets and shops and browse art from local and regional artists. Interested artists are encouraged to apply.
Location: MainStreet Alexander City
Contact: MainStreet Alexander City Phone: 256-329-9227

Lake Martin (AL)

October 30 - 31, 2010

Dixie Sailing Club Scotalina Tu Tu

The Dixie Sailing Club hosts its annual Scotalina Tu Tu on Lake Martin the last weekend in October each year. This event is open to members and non-members of the Dixie Sailing Club. The fall regatta attracts sailors from across the Southeast.
Location: Dixie Sailing Club

NOVEMBER 2010

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November 7, 2010 -- Time: 2:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Daylight Savings Time Ends

The clock is set back one hour at 2:00 AM (First Sunday in November). Remember to winterize your boat(s) If you will not be using them in the winter months. Remember to change smoke detector batteries.

Pensacola (FL)

November 13 - 14, 2010 -- Time: 9:30 AM

The Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show

The Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, November 13 & 14, on board Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida. Admission is FREE and the gates open at 8 am each day. The show includes static displays of aircraft of all types, food, beverage and vendor booths, virtual reality experiences and other attractions, including a Kids' Zone, Sony Playstation II gaming area and bungee jumping. Home Depot will also have a Kids Workshop Area with craft projects. The air show begins at 9:45 am, with the Blue Angels slated to fly around 2 pm. The pilots will sign autographs after the show. There is also a night air show on Friday evening. This homecoming will officially be the last year of the Jet Assisted Take-Off (JATO) for Fat Albert Airlines. Fat Albert JATO take-offs have been a tradition for the Blue Angels since Nov 22 1975. Visit the Museum's display area at the air show and climb into our Blue Angel F/A-18 Hornet. Check out other historic aircraft from the Museum's collection including a F-14 Tomcat, a F-4 Phantom and a HU-16 Albatross. Don't miss our special guest appearance of a P-38 Lightning. Visitors are encouraged to use the back gate off of Blue Angel Parkway to enter the base. Patrons may bring chairs, but no coolers, backpacks, food, drinks or pets will be allowed. A handicap area is set aside for wheelchairs only. For those who have never attended an air show, be advised that the aircraft can be VERY noisy and young children need protection for their ears. It can also be windy on the tarmac and layers of clothes are recommended. Gate admission is free. Bleacher seating is available for $5 per person. Because of pre-sold reserved seating for large groups, bleacher seats are usually sold out before noon on Friday and before 11 am on Saturday.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Naval Air Station Pensacola

DECEMBER 2010

Demopolis Lake (AL)

December 2 - 5, 2010

Christmas on the River

Demopolis, Alabama's Christmas on the River has grown into one of the Southeast's leading attractions. People travel from coast to coast to see the floats that really float. Each year, events have been added until Christmas on the River has developed into a week long festival. As in years past, we will gather to hear the reading of the Christmas Story in Public Square in Downtown Demopolis, the candlelight tours of our antebellum homes, and the famous championship BBQ cook-off.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Public Square in Downtown Demopolis
Phone: (334) 289-0270

Lake Guntersville (AL)

December 4, 2010 -- Time: 7:00 PM

25th Annual Stars on the Water Christmas Boat Parade

Location: Signal Point Marina

Cordell Hull Lake (TN)

December 11, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

"A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER"

Country Christmas "A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER" Merry Christmas! December 11, 2010 Your thoughts will turn homeward and you will realize how special your family is to you during this exceptional holiday season. Join us for a unique celebration. OPENING CEREMONY - Sutton General Store Antique Toys LUNCH AVAILABLE - Sutton General Store Sutton's Famous Soup & Sandwiches ANTIQUE TOY SHOW - Sutton General Store Antique Toy Collectors display the toys of years past. These toys bring back stories and memories of our childhool. Individuals may bring their antique toys to the museum for display. "THE FESTIVAL OF TREES" - Museum The stories and heritage of Christmas will be told by Christmas trees of each era of history as well as other decorations that have become part of our heritage. As you walk thru this holiday exhibit, history will come to life and stories remembered. "A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER" - Granville United Methodist Church Featuring the Granville United Methodist Choir, Ladies Carthage United Methodist Choir, Michael Deaver, Rhonda Caruthers, and Carolyn Cathey "A TASTE OF CHRISTMAS" Taste recipes from Sutton General Store Cookbook SANTA - Museum Santa will read his historical story to the children followed by a visit with each child and a free picture. Children are encouraged to bring their letter to Santa. "SAYINGS & STORIES OF THE GRANVILLE COMMUNITY" - Museum We will share the sayings from the past and stories gathered at the museum. "DR. GLENN WATTS MEMORIAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING" A special ceremony providing everyone the opportunity to remember a special person during the holiday season. The honoree's name will be written on a board at the tree site. Each lighted Christmas light will be in memory of someone. There will be a short musical and prayer. HOLIDAY FAMILY STYLE DINNER - Sutton General Store by reservation CANDLELIGHT WALKING TOUR OF GRANVILLE Begins at the Granville Museum as you walk the historic streets of Granville. The church Christmas chimes will set the holiday spirit of our beautiful decorated town. As you end your tour with "Down Memory Lane" your memories of Christmases Past will come alive! SUTTONS OLE TIME MUSIC HOUR w/ radio taping "OLD TIME CHRISTMAS PARTY" - Sutton General Store. Local musicians are encouraged to be a part. Refreshments will be served and a great time of holiday celebration. Do Your Christmas Shopping at the Granville Museum, Sutton General Store and Granville Gifts and Antiques! GRANVILLE MUSEUM - Granville Mugs, Caps, Shirts, Tiles, Postcards, Afghans, History Books and Cookbooks SUTTON GENERAL STORE - Gifts and Merchandise Store has new merchandise which includes Gifts, Christmas Decorations, Historic Items and Much More! Do your Christmas Shopping in a store of yesteryear. GRANVILLE GIFTS AND ANTIQUES - Located in the old Granville Bank Museum, thoughtful gifts to warm your home for family and friends, Christmas Merchandise, Cards, Baby & Wedding Gifts, Home Decor, Watkins Products, Amish Jellies & Relishes, Arthur Court, Furniture and Much, Much More! Plan on being with us as we remember Christmases past. Bring a friend...and come home again and again.
Event's Official Web Page Location: Granville: 169 Clover St. Granville
Contact: Jennifer Wiggins Phone: 931-653-4151

MARCH 2011

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March 13, 2011 -- Time: 2:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Daylight Savings Time Begins

The clock is set forward one hour at 2:00 AM (Second Sunday in March). Remember to change smoke detector batteries.

APRIL 2011

Chickamauga Lake (TN)

April 19 - May 10, 2011 -- Time: 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Lock Closure (Proposed) - Chickamauga Lock

There will be no auxiliary locks to pass traffic during this closure.
Location: Chickamauga Dam
Contact: USACE - Jeff Ross

JUNE 2011

Lake Martin (AL)

June 8, 2011

Lake Martin FERC License Application Due

Lake Martin licensing application due to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Location: Lake Martin