RSVP Montgomery September/October 2019

SUZANNA WASSERMAN

There may not be more of a go-getter than SuzannaWasserman, Director of
Marketing for The Shoppes at EastChase and Crawford Square Real Estate
Advisors. Not only is she creating ideas for fabulous community events,
but this gal is always willing to roll up her sleeves and do whatever it takes
to make each event successful. After graduating from Saint James, Suzanna
attended Huntingdon College, where she received her degree in Art and
Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. Her past work
experience includes time at Eastdale Mall,The Montgomery Area Chamber
of Commerce and The American Cancer Society, but she is in her element
at The Shoppes, where she can think outside the box with creative ideas.
Suzanna understands that consumer needs are constantly changing, making
it important to look at retail in a different way. Through her new position
at Crawford Square, Suzanna is able to share her experience with other
commercial retailers and shopping centers. She serves the community
through work at Child Protect and the Junior League, where she has
contributed in a leadership capacity for 11 years. Loving a side hustle, she
also works as the creative and social media director for Montgomery
Aesthetics, and because she is a true fashion enthusiast, she styles many
of the fashion features for RSVP Magazine. A lover of music and traveling,
including a recent visit toVietnam, you can also find her at the gym five days
a week, where she is committed to being the best version of herself, all
while motivating others.

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MONICA VIRGIL

Not all students like math, but a good teacher has the
power to affect that. Monica Virgil, Owner and Director
for Mathnasium Learning Center, works hard to help
students who have traditionally struggled with arithmetic
build confidence in their skills and accomplish goals. Monica
knows that success in college and future careers starts with
a good foundation in math.After receiving her bachelor’s in
Math and Science Education and a master’s in Secondary
Math Education, Monica taught middle school and high
school math in Atlanta and the Wiregrass area for 13
years before opening Mathnasium in Montgomery in 2012.
Anytime she feels like giving up or giving less effort, she
reminds herself of the impact she wants to have on the lives
of her students and pushes herself daily to make sure her
work ethic matches her ambition. Monica volunteers with
several charitable organizations, and in an effort to keep
math fun, she hosts free math nights and game nights at
various schools. Monica has a daughter, Imani, who currently
serves in the Air National Guard in Germany, and a son,
Elijah, who is the in 7th grade.While most people wouldn’t
expect a math whizz to also love performing and visual
arts, Monica is a classically trained violinist. Her favorite
thing about Montgomery is the small-town feel and great
restaurants.Anyone that knows Monica will tell you what a
great motivator she is. We are lucky to have someone like
Monica dedicated to make a difference in the lives of youth.

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JOSH CARPLES

A name in many local projects, Josh Carples is all about
“creating and hopefully, adding something positive to the
world.” Josh, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from
Alabama State University, is part of the force heralding in
what he describes as a growing scene of art and progress
in Montgomery. Local organizations he’s passionate about
include Cloverdale Playhouse, where he photographs events
and works with filmmaker, C. DeWayne Cunningham to
create promotional videos, 21 Dreams Arts & Culture,
Expose Art House, Equal Justice Initiative, Southern Poverty
Law Center, Alabama Appleseed, and The Alabama Institute
for Social Justice. His favorite thing about Montgomery is
the people putting in a lot of hours to increase awareness,
make positive change and create thought-provoking art.
Josh’s creative work is varied, from being a solo singer-
songwriter to drummer for the band, BARRENS, writer of
film scores under the name Glorious 70mm, and actor and
film director, with past projects including “Commit to the
Song:The Joe Thomas Jr. Guitar Pull,” currently available on
Amazon,“Bad Deal,” part of the 2019 Sidewalk Film Festival
and his recently completed documentary “Remembering
Anarcha,” which takes a look at the history of medical
experimentation on African Americans. Some of his musical
influences are The Appleseed Cast, Moving Mountains, City
and Colour, Julien Baker, Manchester Orchestra, and Mogwai,
while he looks up to actors Daniel Day-Lewis, Tom Hardy,
Leonardo DiCaprio, Idris Elba, Gary Oldman and Brad
Pitt for their diversity and range. Josh believes in creative
collaboration and the inspiration left behind by one artist
for the next, whether in music, film, a painting, photograph,
or theater experience.

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KATHERINE ELLEN SNIDER

A day at the office is always exciting for Katherine Snider, who works
as a paralegal at Richardson Legal Center and received her degree in
paralegal studies after studying at Auburn. Whether she is assisting
in a jury trial, questioning witnesses or helping a client who wants
help getting into rehab, one thing is for sure - this girl loves her job
and is determined to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Working for Arlene Richardson, Deputy District Attorney for the
Department of Human Resources, Katherine has the opportunity
to be the voice for neglected and abused children and the elderly.
Her co-workers describe her as a “go getter” and “a wonderful role
model for young girls.” Having met her, we agree.The daughter of an
Air Force Colonel, Katherine spent most of her youth moving (11
times to be exact), which included time in South Korea, Germany
and Lithuania. Time and experience taught her the importance of
self-love and to demand only the best and nothing less. Katherine’s
11-year-old daughter, Londen, is her inspiration. She tells us her
daughter’s honesty is never sugar coated, so we have proof the apple
doesn’t fall far from the tree. Katherine likes to experiment with
photography, loves to shop and listens to music 24/7.We have to give
her mad props for her success when it comes to picking a fantasy
football team! We are proud to feature this hard working single
mom whose personality is genuine and magnetic!

MARLON McMILLIAN

With issues of global warming and climate change at hand, it is important
that we all take an active role in making our community cleaner, like
Marlon McMillian has. After earning his bachelor’s degree in Biology
from Alabama Agricultural & Mechanical (A&M) University, Marlon now
works as an environmental scientist with The Alabama Department of
Environmental Management (ADEM), where he strives to ensure our
environment is not polluted by individuals or corporations. Marlon also
takes great pride in showing students from this community that there
are several career options in the field of STEM (science, technology,
engineering and mathematics) and that these careers are attainable with
a little hard work. He credits his community for his development as a
child.“The time, love, and effort that was spent on me by so many people
is impossible to forget. It’s one of those feelings that I try to pay forward
whenever possible.” His mother, a woman of faith and a strong work
ethic, earned her college degree while Marlon was in high school, serving
as a major source of motivation for his future endeavors. His time with
the band in high school and college led Marlon to return and volunteer
at Sidney Lanier High School as their percussion instructor for 12 years.
His level of involvement with the school has grown, culminating in the
creation of The Sidney Lanier Alumni Association, where he is currently
President. He also serves as a youth advisor at New Harvest Church
of Christ. Marlon is married to the love of his life, Dr. Lori McMillian,
and together they have two children, Mallori and Maxton. Marlon enjoys
installing music in cars, supporting the Alabama A&M Bulldogs and loves
watching NBA games.

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special feature

Fields of Gold

Photo by Aubrie Moates

By: Lynne Richardson

T ake a ride down County Road 14, just west of The Sheridans experienced some popularity when the crop
Autaugaville, Alabama, where you’ll find 18 bloomed in its first season, with passersby snapping photos
plus acres of golden, lanky sunflowers in what’s and posting them to Facebook. Growing over the years, the
known around town as simply “The Sunflower Field.” crowd now comes from parts like Huntsville and Mobile
just to catch a glimpse at the giant flower field.
In its fourth year open to the public, the field came out
of serendipitous circumstances for owners, Todd and Three years in, Kim and Todd established a small fee of
Kim Sheridan. Todd, a local farmer, was approached $20 for professional photographers who come to the land
by a hunting buddy and asked to grow sunflowers to to photograph their clients. This helps keep the fields clean
yield seeds to feed his deer. Although novices when and ensure a successful season.
it came to the distinctive and popular plant, Todd
enlisted the help of an ergonomist to make sure the Planting beings in April and the sunflowers take
soil was right... and things blossomed from there! approximately 60 days to bloom, depending on the rain.

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Once this happens, the blossoms will last for about two
weeks, and then Todd is able to sell the seeds as bird
feed. Last year in a moment of panic, the Sheridans
nearly had to forfeit a whole season, after the crop was
killed in adjusting to a new fertilizer. There was a mad
dash to rework the field, replant everything and get
ready for a late blooming crop.

This year for the field’s fourth anniversary, things
are bigger and better than ever. The Sheridans have
rotated the field, which is done every few years,
between the north and south fields to maintain soil
health. They’ve also added a second field nearby so
when the current blossoms finish mid-late July, a
second round offers everyone a few extra weeks to
enjoy their charm.

Every year there are additional amenities added to the
roster. Water is sold so those picking in the field can
stay hydrated, and black buckets are available for $10
to fill with sunflower souvenirs. Pre-grown sunflower

Photo by Aubrie Moates

plants are $3 a piece, $5 for two or $10 for five. Visitors
can purchase a sunflower tea towel and as always, fresh
produce, including ripe watermelons. It’s well worth your
drive! (You can get there taking AL-14 W, heading NW of
Montgomery in about 35 minutes.)

*The wild sunflower is native to North America and was
domesticated in what is now Mexico and the Southern
U.S., brought to Europe by Spanish explorers in the 16th
century. A plant genus containing about 70 different
species, some sunflowers are cultivated as a food crop in
temperate regions (including the Jerusalem Artichoke,
also known as a sunchoke) and was common in the diets
of Native Americans in the form of flour, made into mash,
the seed itself and oil for making bread. Today, it’s mainly
grown in the Dakotas for oil production.

Photo by Studio Panache

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Led By Lyrics

By: Catherine O’ Connor

Chronologically a singer before fun, and literally had a guy walk anything in between, life took
a songwriter, Matthew Carroll up to me at an open mic… me a different path after a polyp
first sang in the church choir and and a buddy were doing a duo… was discovered on his vocal
now leads a creative life giving and he was like you know you chords. He was shaken to know
breath to original work. At first, guys could do this for money… an essential part of his craft
he planned on working with we never considered it. We were was jeopardized, requiring
music as an engineer, thinking up there doing Britney Spears surgery. “It was really scary
it could marry his dreams of songs… we went and got jobs and dangerous. {My voice} is
making music and telling stories, making 30 dollars a night at a artistically and financially a part
while being financially sound, restaurant… and it slowly grew to of me, how I live my life…. my
“applicable to the marketplace,” where I was doing it full time.” voice is everything to me in many
as he says. Turns out, actually ways,” he explains. The release of
playing music was a better Playing cover songs for his debut album, “Left to Burn”
median. “I was playing music for celebrations, weddings or was a response to “fear of losing

{his} voice and not being able to do it anymore.” He a myth [that] separates you from the people.”
says, “I don’t know how long I have my voice… we
don’t know how long we have our lives. I wanted to Referencing the misnomer that art comes from a hard
produce something that I’m proud of.” life, Carrol says, “I used to joke that I couldn’t write
a song unless I was unhappy. When you go through
Carrol had already been writing songs since he was things it’s easy to write… [but] I am extroverted,
15, but wasn’t making the art that he wanted to for generally positive.”
the previous ten years spent as a cover musician.
About his creative process, he says, “I’m a believer Based in Birmingham, but traveling through the
that quantity breeds quality… I believe you need to Southwest for live performances, Carroll most
write 100 songs to pick your favorite 12.” His album recently played locally at Taste in Hampstead this
is sculpted out of a swarth of hundreds of original past August 2.
songs. He begins with a concept and then works
with the music and finally, lyrics. As a songwriter, On the self- and crowd-funded album, “Left to Burn,”
he tries to “find the truths in that are inherent to all Carroll worked with other talented musicians he
of us.” connected with from existing in the local music scene.
On the cover is a singed heart and a matchbook
“For most of my life,” he says, “every song was with only two matches left, an image he feels asks
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I decided to really intentionally… break out of that
and started writing things that [weren’t necessarily
autobiographical]... I think there are valuable
stories that aren’t necessarily mine. I love the power
of story and fiction… it allows me to explore. The
power of storytelling in general, and in songs, is to
write something that’s so universal that it brings
people together… tells a story that makes people
feel less alone.”

His creative influences include Ben Folds, Death
Cab for Cutie, Dashboard Confessional, Postal
Service, Jack Johnson, and Weezer, who he says
he “grew up on” and made him “most excited to
make music.” He effortlessly pulls their favorite
“Say It Ain’t So” out of his repertoire and plays it
from beginning to end, singing alongside his trusty
Fender Strat. He admits to being “really nerdy”
with his love of television and movie storytelling,
like Marvel and “Game of Thrones.” Current
favorites include “The Handmaid’s Tale,” the
Democratic Debate, podcasts and admittedly, “The
Bachelorette.” “I’m really into all that,” he says, “but
I have a picture of an artist that’s way cooler than
that...you wanna feel deep, but everyone’s deep…
the idea that the artist is somehow deeper is sort of

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the questions, “how much do we have left,
emotionally, but also… how much do we have
left in our hearts? How many blank pages can
we fill? It felt salient based on stuff I was going
through… How much of my voice do I left and
how much of my fire do I have left? I wanted to
get it out and make something that was full and
real.”

While his debut speaks in a 90s alternative
vein, he plans to follow up with a second album
that’s a little more folksy, groovy, acoustic-y,
blues-y. “I think that’s a purely Birmingham
influence.” (Ten years of playing music there
will do that to you, I guess.) “Some of that
ended up seeping into my writing.”

Either way, his “favorite thing, “the thing that
makes me most alive,” he says, “is making
something from nothing.”

The power of storytelling
in general, and in songs, is
to write something that’s
so universal that it brings
people together… tells a
story that makes people
feel less alone

Check him out live on his return visit to
the Gump at Commerce Beerworks on
November 1 from 9 p.m–1 a.m.

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socially SEEN

Child Protect Junior Executive Board (CPJEB) SHINDIG was presented by Guardian Credit Union,
hosted the third annual SHINDIG, a free, with other sponsors Shaw Technology, ALFA
family-friendly, open air concert, this past Insurance, Emily Wise Photography, Baker Realtime
July 28 to raise funds and awareness for their efforts Worldwide Court Reporting, and Steineker & Dillon
at Children’s Advocacy Center serving Montgomery Family and Cosmetic Dentistry.
County.
Child Protect conducts, on average, 400 forensic
Due to major construction at Winter Place in Cottage interviews of child abuse victims every year (54%
Hill, the event was moved from its previous home of those cases being sexual abuse). Their team also
to TheGreen at the Shoppes at EastChase. Guests provides follow up counseling and family advocacy
brought their lawn chairs for a fun summer afternoon throughout the judicial process with no cost to the
with music by Cameron Dubois, games by LAF, face victims or their families. This year, SHINDIG raised
painting by Abrakadoodle, artwork and more.  $3,000 to directly fund these services.
A variety of food trucks and Alabama-based artisans For more information about how you can get
participated, including Aqualime and the Be.YOU.tiful involved, visit www.childprotect.org.
Boutique on Wheels, with food from That’s My Dog
and Wharf Casual Seafood, drinks by Little Donkey
and sweets from Frios Gourmet Pops and MADE
Cookies.

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End ‘O Summer Nights Gala

August 17, 2019

Wynlakes Country Club was decked out for and Jimmy Lowder, Laurie Jean Weil and Tommy
Alabama Shakespeare Festival’s (ASF) Wool. Sue Groce chaired the Auction Committee,
inaugural End ’o Summer Night’s Gala on while Gordon Martin and Jeanie Holloway chaired
August 17. As a not-for-profit organization, ASF relies the Table Sponsor Committee. The Laurie Jean Weil
on the great generosity of individuals, corporations, Esteemed Artist Award presented by Laurie Weil to
foundations and local government to fund half of Carrie Preston, and the Wynton M. Blount Patrons
ASF’s $8.7 million budget. Remarkably, for this of the Arts Award was presented by Red’s son and
event all 30 tables were sold before invitations were architect of ASF’s theatre complex, Tom Blount, to
printed. The Gala will be held next summer on Laura and Barrie Harmon.
August 15, 2020. Gala Co-Chairmen were Margaret

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Darlene Hope from ASF’s production of Nina Simone Four Women
Laurie Jean Weil, ASF board member and immediate past chairman of the Board; Carrie
Preston; Rick Dildine, ASF Ar tistic Director ; and Todd Schmidt, ASF Executive Director

Kam Sidhu, ASF Board member

Rick Dildine, ASF Ar tistic Director ; Tom Blount, ASF Board member ; Laura Harmon,
Barrie Harmon, ASF Board member ; and Todd Schmidt, ASF Executive Director

Father Manuel Williams, ASF Board member

Kyle Kyser, Eve Loeb, Judy Kyser, Scott Looper Jackie Kelley and Sue Groce

socially SEEN

Eric - Chester Khari - Tallulah Sami - Bailey

After a fun, but intense four days of
protocol, tips and task training, 12 dogs and
their “handlers” passed their public access
evaluation and were honored at the Service
Dogs Alabama (SDA) 2019 graduation
ceremony held at the Montgomery Museum
of Fine Arts. Among the graduates were
dogs qualified for facility intervention,
post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
assistance, mobility assistance, seizure
alert, and autism intervention. It was

Training Staff Mr. and Mrs. Slawson

Chris - Barkley, Bryan - Sadie Sallie- Taylor Swift

a momentous occasion for the and schools in Alabama free of charge youth facilities and first responder
recipients, their families and those to the recipient, made possible only departments. Since being founded in
who have supported SDA’s mission to through generous support from 2011, over 70 dogs have been placed
“train dogs who save lives.” Highlights donors and benefactors. As the oldest with qualified individuals and facilities
of the event included multiple and largest non-profit organization since inception.
testimonies from past graduate in Alabama serving both veterans
handlers who shared how their service and children with disabilities, SDA is For more information, visit www.
dog saved or improved their lives. dedicated to providing medical and servicedogsalabama.org or contact
psychological assistance dogs to the (334) 676-3733.
SDA provides service dogs to children disabled, as well as facility intervention
with disabilities, military veterans dogs, like those placed in schools,

Graduating Class 2019

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Aloria Adams and advanced level students in Celeste Deale as Nikiya; Gene Horton as The Rajah Back row: Emily Efferson, Karen Licari, Lilla
“The Man in Black” Kate Parkman, Shannon McGaughey, Catherine Cobb and Abigail Perkinson.

Stars on the Riverfront

Alabama Dance Theatre (ADT) opened its season assisted by Valari Lagrone and Taylor Jordan. An
with two successful nights of “Stars on the audience of hundreds loved seeing the young and
Riverfront” at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre on talented dancers exhib their expert training on
July 28 and 29. stage.

The performances featured the beautiful and Virginia Perry created a stunning new piece
dramatic classical ballet, “La Bayadere, Act I,” “Rook” with music by Rachmanioff. Emily
staged by Shawn Black and coached by Jonathan Efferson and Jonathan Chapman performed a
and Meghan Chapman and Wendy White Sasser. passionate pas de deux with ensemble Celeaste
The pas d’action featured Karen Licari, Emily Deale, Karen Licari, Savannah Golden and Abigail
Efferson, Catherine Cobb and Abigail Perkinson. Perkinson. “Rainbow,” choreographed by Jane
The pas de deux was beautifully danced by Alford for the intermediate students, delighted
Savannah Golden and Jonathan Chapman, the audience with impressive movements and
freelance professional dancer and guest teacher colorful costumes. The exciting evening closed
during seminar. Celeste Deale’s role of Nikiya with “The Man in Black” choreographed by Sara
was strong and expressive. The performances Sanford with music by Johnny Cash. Sanford’s
also featured up-and-coming talent of ADT in new addition, “Redemption Day,” featured ADT
“Etudes,” under the direction of Kitty Seale and Alumni Taylor Jordan and Jonathan Chapman,

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Shannon McGayghey, Lilla Kate Parkman, Camilla Ohme, Mattie Mercer,
Jane Abbie Alford and Morgan Calhoun

onathan Chapman and Savannah Golden Back row: Emily Efferson,
Karen Licari, Abigail Perkinson, Catherine Cobb

Housing sponsors: Cade and Aynsley Armstrong; Mark Bullock and Valorie
Lawson, WSFA; Wendy Sasser and Meghan Chapman; Andrew and Rebecca
Henley, ASCA; Mike and Lynn Galvin, The Montgomer y Adver tiser.

www.vagaro.com

Intermediate Students in Stars seminar dancing in Etudes

AMERICAN Stars Sponsors: Mike Jordan, Alabama Power ; Kelli Bruce, Montgomery
CANCER SOCIETY Adver tiser ; Yvette Jones Smedly, ASCA; Mark and Melanie Bunting, WSFA;
Bruce and Amy Crawford, BBVA; Wendy Sasser with children Luna and
presents Koa.

CURE! who together mesmerized the audience with
their duet. Aloria Adams, Clover Hardin,
Raising the Bar Celeste Herod, Shannon McGaughey,
Morgan Marshall, Camilla Ohme, Lilla Kate
A New Annual Fundraising Event Parkman, Micha Sims and Ryan Tucker were
all incredible. The crowd was left energized,
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inspired and in standing ovation.

Wynlakes Golf & Country Club After the two-week-long summer intensive
6:00 pm $175 per person seminar and two performances, dancers
purchase tickets at acsalcure.org enjoyed a cast party under the pavilion at
Splash Pad with pizza and desserts.
There are few aspirations greater than seeking a cure for
cancer. Join the Alabama Cancer Society on November For more information on upcoming
1, 2019, as we offer live music by everyone’s favorite performances and classes visit
band, Chevy 6, crafted beers, liquor and wine and www.alabamadancetheatre.com.
gourmet food tastings, live and silent auctions, and the
opportunity to help launch what is sure to become the “Stars on the Riverfront” sponsors
River Region’s premier social and philanthropic annual
event. Don’t regret you did not play a vital role in Alabama Power Foundation
supporting CURE! Tickets are limited! BBVA

For more information, call 334.612.8180 or email Charles Jinright, Montgomery City Council President
Margen Gadd at [email protected]. The Montgomery Advertiser
Cumulus Broadcasting
The City of Montgomery

The Alabama State Council on the Arts
The National Endowment for the Arts

Stivers Ford Lincoln
Wynn and Andy Stumpf
Cade and Aynsley Armstrong
Butch and Olga White

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Bowl Specials
Lanes College Night
every Thursday

3020 Atlanta Highway | Montgomery, AL 334-272-5423

when? what? where?

Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29 – Harriott II Sunday Blues Cruise

5:30 p.m. Harriott II Riverboat. Come out and enjoy live
entertainment, a cash bar and concessions, while taking a Sunday
afternoon cruise. $15 for children and $25 for adults. Call (334)
625-2100 or visit www.funinmontgomery.com.

Sept. 4-15 – “Buzz”

Times Vary. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Charismatic director,
Mary Ann “Buzz” Goodbody, was one of only five females
directing in the UK during the 1970s. In 1975, she famously
directed Ben Kingsley in the title role of Hamlet. Four days later,
she was gone.Visit www.tickets.asf.net.

Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 – Earth’s Heart: Connecting Cultures

2:30–3:30 p.m. Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts.Visit ArtWorks
at MMFA to explore the arts of different cultures. Educator, Kelly
Bazan, will introduce young learners to the basic greetings, visual
arts, music, clothing and traditions of the country in focus. Call
(334) 240 4333 or visit www.mmfa.org.

Sept. 5 - 30 – “Hamlet”

Times Vary. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. NYC’s Bedlam
Theatre, in residence at ASF, presents Shakespeare’s “Hamlet”
with a company of four actors. The production is hailed as
“invigorating,” “lively and brisk” and “masterful” by critics. For
tickets, visit www.tickets.asf.net.

Sept. 6, 13, 20 & 27 – Food Truck Fridays

5–8 p.m. Near H+M at The Shoppes at EastChase. Hey
Montgomery foodies! Food Truck Friday at The Shoppes is here,
just in time for cooler weather this fall.The event is free and open
to the public every Friday, with patio seating and lawn games
provided by LAF Game Co. The menu and list of participating
food trucks change every week, so stay tuned on Facebook! Visit
www.theshoppestaeastchase.com for details.

Sept. 7, 14, 21 & 28 – Farmer’s Market

7–Noon. The Shoppes at Eastchase. Support Alabama farmers
and local businesses every Saturday at The Shoppes at EastChase
Farmers’ Market. Find a variety of locally grown produce, whole
milk, artisanal bread, honey, goat’s milk soap, eggs and much
more! Visit www.theshoppestaeastchase.com to learn more.

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when? what? where?

Sept. 7 & 14 – Harriott II Saturday Getaway Cruise

4:30 p.m. Harriott II Riverboat. Enjoy a sunny Saturday
afternoon aboard the Harriott II. Includes live entertainment, a
cash bar and concessions. $20 for adults and $15 for kids. Call
(334) 625- 2100 or visit www.funinmontgomery.com.

Sept. 11 - 13, 18-20 & 25 - 31 – ZooBoo

6–9 p.m. Montgomery Zoo. Zoo Boo, a Halloween-themed
event running nights at the Montgomery Zoo, is sure to be
filled with horror, thrills, chills and fun. Take a journey on
“The Haunted Hayride” or for the little ones, “The Pumpkin
Pull.” Find other activities, games, bouncy castles, seasonal
concessions and more! Visit www.montgomeryzoo.com to
learn more.

Sept. 12 – Zoobilation

6–10 p.m. Montgomery Zoo. Join for an evening of food,
drinks, music and fun! Dance to the groove, delight in samplings
from the finest eateries in the River Region, try your luck at
the vast collection of auction items and rub elbows with the
area’s finest animal lovers.Visit www.montgomeryzoo.com for
details.

Sept. 12 - 30 – “Saint Joan”

Times Vary. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Come experience
the epic story of a young farm girl who led an army and
transformed a nation, staged brilliantly by four actors from
Bedlam Theatre.Visit www.tickets.asf.net.

Sept. 13, 20 & 27 – Harriott II Dinner Cruise

5:30 p.m. Harriott II Riverboat. Enjoy dinner, live entertainment
and a cash bar as you take a relaxing cruise down the river
aboard the Harriott II.Ticket prices vary. Call (334) 625-2100
or visit www.funinmontgomery.com

Sept. 13 – 19th Annual Blue Jean Ball

6–10 p.m. Coach Pat Dye’s “Crooked Oaks Hunting Lodge,”
Notasulga, Alabama. This annual fundraiser benefits Auburn
University and Auburn University at Montgomery Schools of
Nursing.The theme is “Tribute to a True Southern Legacy.” In
addition to tours of Dye’s home, festivities include mule-drawn
carriage rides, live music and dancing, silent and live auctions,
a dinner and photo opportunities with AU mascot, Aubie,
AUM mascot, Curtiss, and birds of prey from the Southeastern
Raptor Center.Tickets are $150, with discounted group pricing.
Call (334) 844-5665 or visit www.cws.auburn.edu/Nursing/
pm/blue_jean_ball.

Sept. 14 – Black Jacket Symphony Presents The Eagles
“Hotel California”

8 p.m. Montgomery Performing Arts Centre. The Black Jacket
Symphony recreates a classic album live in its entirety, note for
note and sound for sound, plus a full set of greatest hits from

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Winning apps the evening’s artist. Over the past 10 years, the Black Jacket
from first downs Symphony has performed over 35 classic rock albums, bringing
an incredible night of entertainment to over a million music
to touchdowns lovers across the U.S.Visit www.mpaconline.org.

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cater your watch party! Just give us a call. event dedicated to removing the stigma associated with HIV/
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Sept. 14 – Hank’s 96th Birthday Bash
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9 a.m.–4 p.m. Hank Williams Museum. Gather at the Oakwood
Cemetery Annex at the resting place of Hank Williams, and
then go to the Hank Williams Museum for a music program
and live entertainment from Hank’s band and special guests.
Concessions will be available. Prizes will be given throughout
the day. $15 admission. Call (334) 262-3200.

Sept. 14 – Dads and Daughters Saturday (D.A.D.S)

11 a.m.–12 p.m. Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library.
Calling ALL fathers and daughters for story time, fun and laughs,
every second Saturday. There will be singing, dancing and arts
and crafts. For more information call (334) 240-4999.

Sept. 14 – Dino Dig Education Program

10 a.m.–12 p.m. Montgomery Zoo.Are you ready to get a little
dirty? Then Dino Dig is perfect for you. Junior explorers get to
experience an archaeological dig, discover bones from the past
and have a great time learning about creatures that roamed
the earth millions of years ago.Visit www.montgomeryzoo.com.

Sept. 15 – 2019 Alabama Remembers 9/11 Memorial
Stair Climb

8 a.m.–2 p.m. RSA Tower. To honor and remember the FDNY
firefighters who selflessly gave their lives on September 11,
2001, each participant pays tribute by climbing the equivalent of
the 110 stories of the World Trade Center.Visit www.firehero.
org/events to get more information.

Sept. 16 – The 35th Annual College & Career Night

6–8 p.m. Multiplex at Cramton Bowl. This event is a valuable
resource to local high school students and their families.College
and Career Night is designed for high school students in theTri-
County area to explore college and career possibilities, gather
scholarship information and discover financial aid opportunities.
Visit www.facebook.com/juniorleaguemontgomery/ to learn
more.



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Skin Starts Sept. 17 – The Joe Thomas Jr. Guitar Pull
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Sept. 17 – Chapillon Wine Tasting
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palate? Come learn about what french winemaker, Christophe
MON - SAT: 10 A.M. - 7 P.M. Chapillon, bottles at his Spanish winery. Visit www.facebook.
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Sept. 18 – Artful Yoga

12–1 p.m. Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts. Does your yoga
practice need a little artistic inspiration? Join for this new
program to stretch, reflect and relax. Visit www.mmfa.org for
details.

Sept. 20 – Ballet and The Beasts

6–10 p.m. Montgomery Zoo. Enjoy a presentation of “Into the
Wild,” provided by the international troop of dancers from the
Montgomery Ballet. It’s sure to be fun for all ages! Admission is
FREE, but picnic blankets, lawn chairs, and coolers are welcome.
To learn more, visit www.montgomeryzoo.com.

Sept. 21 – Montgomery Mustache Run 2019

7 a.m.–10 p.m. Common Bond Brewers at 424 Bibb Street.
Jackson Hospital is raising awareness for men’s health with a
mustache themed 5k. Grab some friends and meet downtown
for this family-friendly fun and of course… mustaches!
Information is available at www.mustacherun.itsyourrace.com.

Sept. 21 – Artist Market

10 a.m.–2 p.m. Prattville Creative Arts Center and Gallery.
Local artists gather to sell their work on the third Saturday of
September and October. Enjoy music and hands-on art projects
while you shop for one-of-a-kind pieces for your collection or
for those on your gift list! For more information, contact the
Special Events Office at (334) 595-0854 or visit www.facebook.
com/prattaugaartguild.

Sept. 22 – Lee Greenwood

6:30 p.m. Montgomery Performing Arts Centre. Melvin Lee
Greenwood is an American country music artist, active since
1962. He’s released more than 20 albums and has garnered
more than 35 singles on the Billboard Country music charts.
For concert details, visit www.paconline.org.

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6–9 p.m. Taste in Hampstead. Deepen your understanding of
terroir with a dinner featuring Napa wines from the historic ballroom
Larkmead Winery.Their collections include red, white, sparkling, BUrSIoNofEtSoSpMteErErTaIcNeGS
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stage, with dialogue by Peter DePietro, lyrics by Tom Chiodo
and music by Galen Blum, Wayne Barker, and Vinnie Martucci.
The show is presented by Samuel French, Inc., a Concord
Theatricals Company. To learn more, visit www.facebook.com/
prattvillewobt/.

Sept. 27 – Montgomery Zombie Walk and Prom

7–10 p.m. Irish Bred Pub. Dress as your best and scariest zombie
for this themed promenade, benefitting the Montgomery Area
Food Bank. Entry is one nonperishable food item or monetary
donation. Finish the walk with a prom outside the Alley
entrance on Tallapoosa Street, between Commerce and Coosa.
There will be food vendors, live entertainment, a costume
contest and more! Visit www.visitingmontgomery.com for
more information.

Sept. 28 – Tickled Pink 2019

9 a.m.–3 p.m. Cramton Bowl. Tickled Pink is back for its fifth
year benefiting The Joy to Life Foundation. Tickets will be
$10 at the door and $8 in advance (on sale starting Aug. 19).
Discounted tickets are available for $8 with a valid military ID
on the day of the event. If you’re interested in being a vendor,
contact Steffanie Patterson at (334) 420-3243 or Austin
Saunders at (334) 270-2834. More details are available at www.
alabamanews.net/tickledpink2019/.

Sept. 28 – Marquee Comedy Tour

7 p.m. Montgomery Performing Arts Centre. Comedians Gary
Owen, Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Tommy Davidson and Tony
Rock are set to bring the “Marquee Comedy Tour” to the
MPAC. The highly celebrated entertainers will bring down the
house with their side-splitting humor and hysterical storytelling
for a night fans won’t want to miss! Visit www.mpaconline.org
to get more details.

Sept 28-29 – Hampstead Fall Tour of Homes

12–5 p.m. 7802 Portman Street. Stop by the sales house to
pick up your neighborhood map, enjoy complimentary snacks
and register for gift card giveaways before touring the move-
in ready homes. Learn why Hampstead is voted “Best New
Development/Community” by The Montgomery Advertiser in
their “Best of the Best 2019.” For more information, visit www.
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Sept. 29 – Hampstead Food Truck Takeover

12–3 p.m.HampsteadTown Center.Hampstead Living is bringing
back the Food Truck Takeover this fall featuring a dozen food
trucks, live music and outdoor seating. Great for the entire
family, you don’t want to miss it! For more information, email
[email protected].

Oct. 1-5 – “Saint Joan”

Times Vary.Alabama Shakespeare Festival.
Come experience the epic story of a young farm girl who led
an army and transformed a nation, staged brilliantly by four
actors from Bedlam Theatre.Visit www.tickets.asf.net.

Oct. 1-6 – “Hamlet”

Times Vary.Alabama Shakespeare Festival.
NYC’s Bedlam Theatre, in residence at ASF, presents
Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” with a company of four actors, in
a production hailed as “invigorating,” “lively and brisk” and
“masterful” by critics.Visit www.tickets.asf.net.

Oct. 2 – Meet the Winemaker - Gouguenheim Wine
Tasting

6–7:30 p.m.Taste in Hampstead. Love Malbec? Stop by Taste for
an evening of wine talk centered on this Mendoza winery.Visit
www.facebook.com/tastemgm/ for more information.

Oct. 2 – Harriott II Scenic Lunch Cruise

11 a.m. Harriott II Riverboat. Have a luxurious lunch aboard the
Harriott II. $20 per person, includes lunch. Call (334) 625-2100
or visit www.funinmontgomery.com.

Oct. 4 – Lower Dexter First Friday Cruise-In

5:30 p.m. Lower Dexter/One Court Square. Join fellow car
lovers for the 2019 Lower Dexter First Friday Cruise-In! Each
month will feature different sponsors and great car clubs.
Check out the website for more information and a chance to
have YOUR car featured on the lower block! This event is free
and open to the public. Call (334) 273-0313 or go to www.
lowerdexter.org.

Oct. 4-14 – Alabama National Fair

Times Vary. Alabama Agricultural Center. Enjoy more than 60
thrilling rides, foos,, livestock competitions, informational and
commercial booths and more. The fair will welcome music
group, Bell Biv Devoe, on October 5 and singer-songwriter,
Rodney Atkins, on October 13. Look for Student Day and
Dollar Night on select dates. Call (334) 272-6831 or visit www.
alnationalfair.org for information.

Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25 – Food Truck Fridays

5–8 p.m. Near H+M at The Shoppes at EastChase. Hey
Montgomery foodies! Food Truck Friday at The Shoppes is
here, just in time for cooler weather this fall.The event is free
and open to the public every Friday, with patio seating and

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lawn games provided by LAF Game Co. The menu and list of
participating food trucks change every week, so stay tuned on
Facebook! Visit www.theshoppestaeastchase.com for details.

Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25 – Harriott II Dinner Cruise

6:30 p.m. Harriott II Riverboat. Enjoy dinner, live entertainment
and a cash bar as you take a relaxing cruise down the river
aboard the Harriott II. Ticket prices vary. Call (334) 625-2100
or visit www.funinmontgomery.com

Oct. 5 – Daiquiri Dash

12 p.m. Pete Peterson Lodge at 2635 Gunder Park Drive East.
After running this 5k, reward yourself with daiquiri’s, music,
food and fun! This run is not about finish times, but about
having a great time with your friends and family! Information is
available at www.visitingmontgomery.com.

Oct. 5 – Oktoberfest at The Tipping Point

6–10 p.m.The Tipping Point.The 10th annual event will feature
beer tastings from 6–8 p.m., with live music from Wyatt
Edmondson and a special menu of German-inspired pub fare,
including beer-braised bratwurst, soft pretzels and more.
Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Visit www.
facebook.com/thetippingpoint.

Oct. 5, 12, 19 & 26 – Yoga on The Green

8:30–9:30 a.m. Near Pies & Pints.
Start your Saturdays off right with Breezeville Yoga Studios on
The Green adjacent to Pies & Pints. All levels of experience
are welcome! Visit www.theshoppesateastchase.com to learn
more.

Oct. 5, 12, 19 & 26 – Simply Fit Stroller Class

8:30–9:30 a.m. Near Pies & Pints.
Hey mama’s! Come out on Saturdays at 10AM on The Green
for our newest fitness option, Simply Fit Stroller Class! Bring
your kiddo in a stroller or a carrier for this free workout
sponsored by The Shoppes. Visit www.theshoppesateastchase.
com for more information.

Oct. 5, 12 & 19 – Harriott II Saturday Getaway Cruise

4:30 p.m. Harriott II Riverboat.
Enjoy a sunny Saturday afternoon aboard the Harriott II. The
cruise includes live entertainment, a cash bar and concessions.
$20 for adults and $15 for kids. Call (334) 625-2100 or visit
www.funinmontgomery.com.

Oct. 6 – Jamey Johnson’s 8th Annual Homecoming
Benefit Concert

7 p.m. Riverwalk Stadium.
The Nikki Mitchell Foundation presents an all-day fundraising
event filled with golf and music to raise awareness and funds for

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pancreatic cancer patients. Montgomery native and Grammy- DAY,
nominated country music artist, Jamey Johnson, will host
the event, with proceeds benefiting both The Nikki Mitchell Now, enjoy a full day in
Foundation and The US Marine Toys for Tots. A sponsored Washington, D.C. with an
private golf tournament takes place in the morning, followed early morning departure
by an outdoor concert open to the public, led by Johnson and late-evening return.
and friends. Performers include Toby Keith, Randy Houser,
Lee Brice and Jerrod Niemann. Contact Christa Bowles at New, Nonstop Schedule
[email protected] or call (615) 982-6802 with Same-Day Return
for additional information. Starting January 7, 2020

Oct. 6, 13, 20, & 27 – Harriott II Sunday Blues Cruise MONTGOMERY TO REAGAN NATIONAL
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5:30 p.m. Harriott II Riverboat.
Come out and enjoy live entertainment, a cash bar and
concessions, while taking a Sunday afternoon cruise with the
family. $15 for children and $25 for adults. Call (334) 625-2100
or visit www.funinmontgomery.com for details.

Oct. 9-12 – Holiday Market

Times Vary. Multiplex at Cramton Bowl. The Holiday Market
offers 4 days of shopping,with live entertainment and merchants
from across the United States. Discover unique gift ideas and
holiday trends in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Proceeds
support various community projects through the Junior League
that help strengthen women and families in the Tri-County area.
Advance general admission is $5 and tickets are $10 at the
door.Visit www.jlmontgomery.org to learn more.

Oct. 11 – Cheap Trick

8 p.m. Montgomery Performing Arts Centre. Cheap Trick,
an American rock band formed in Rockford, Illinois in 1973,
comes to Montgomery. The stage will see the band’s classic
lineup of vocalist Robin Zander, guitarist Rick Nielsen, bassist
Tom Petersson, and drummer Bun E. Carlos. Go to www.
mpaconline.org for concert details.

Oct. 12 – National Federation of the Blind of Alabama
Walk-a-thon

10 a.m.–2 p.m. Ida Belle Young Park. Come support The NFB,
the leading champion for the rights of blind Americans, whose
services provide support and information for blind children and
adults. Tickets are $25. Go to www.eventbrite.com to learn
more.

Oct. 12 – Dads and Daughters Saturday (D.A.D.S)

11 a.m.–12 p.m. Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library.
Calling ALL fathers and daughters for story time, fun and laughs
every second Saturday. There will be singing, dancing, and arts
and crafts. For more information call (334) 240-4999.

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Oct. 13 – Second Sundays

2-4 p.m. Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts.Visit the MMFA for
a vibrant mix of art and entertainment on the second Sunday
of every month.The event is designed to engage visitors of all
ages through art-making, music and exploration. Head over to
www.mmfa.org for all the details.

Oct. 17 – Beat the Odds

6–9 p.m. Wynlakes Country Club. Benefiting The Cancer
Wellness Foundation of Central Alabama, “Beat the Odds”
offers a casino night filled with food, drinks, auctions and jazz
music. There will be a $10,000 drawdown prize, along with
various sponsorship levels from $50 to $5,000. Visit www.
cancerwellnessfoundation.org for more information.

Oct. 17 – Marty Stuart Presents “The Pilgrim”

7:30 p.m. Montgomery Performing Arts Centre. Marty Stuart
released his conceptualized 20-song magnum opus, “The
Pilgrim,” as his final album on a contract with MCA Nashville.A
commercial flop that rendered no radio singles, it nonetheless
went onto become one of the most revered releases in the
Marty Stuart collection, and for some fans, one of the most
cherished albums in all of country music. For more details, go
to www.mpaconline.org.

Oct. 17-27 – “Pipeline”

Times Vary. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Nya, an inner-city
public high school teacher, is committed to her students, but
desperate to give her only son, Omari, opportunities her
students will never have. When a controversial incident at
Omari’s private boarding school may cause him to be expelled,
Nya must confront his rage, as well as her own choices as a
parent. Will she be able to reach him before a world beyond
her control pulls him away? For tickets, go to www.tickets.asf.
net.

Oct. 19 – Artist Market

10 a.m.–2 p.m. Prattville Creative Arts Center and Gallery.
Local artists gather to sell their work on the third Saturday of
September and October. Enjoy music and hands-on art projects
while you shop for one-of-a-kind pieces for your collection or
for those on your gift list! For more information, contact the
Special Events Office at (334) 595-0854 or visit www.facebook.
com/prattaugaartguild.

Oct. 5 – Riverwalk Wine Festival

3–6 p.m. Riverfront Park. Sample a great selection of wines
from regional, national and international wineries while
enjoying live music and great food.Your tasting also includes a
commemorative wine bag and glass for $30 per person.Tickets
are available at Derk’s Filet inVine or at www.funinmontgomery.
com

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Oct. 19 – MDA Muscle Walk of Montgomery

9 a.m.–1 p.m. Montgomery Zoo. Bring strength to life at the MDA
Muscle Walk at The Montgomery Zoo! The MDA Muscle Walk
is a hope-filled and inspiring day of celebrating life, overcoming
obstacles, and honoring individuals and families who are affected
by muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases.
To learn more, visit www.montgomeryzoo.com.

Oct. 21 – Magic Moments Fundraiser & Tasting
TBD. Taste in Hampstead. $75 per person includes 2 drink

tickets and food. $50 goes to Magic Moments to benefit their
efforts as a wish-granting organization for chronically ill children
in Alabama. Visit www.facebook.com/tastemgm/ for more
information.

Oct. 24 – Raise the Roof

6–9 p.m. MANE at 3699 Wallahatchie Road. Come support the
Montgomery Area Nontraditional Equestrians (MANE) in the
Poarch Creek Arena in Pike Road. Tour the beautiful facility
and enjoy an evening with friends, indulging in the fabulous,
fresh seafood grilled on site by Wintzell’s Oyster House and
live country music. Please make reservations by October 11 by
sending your check to MANE at 3699 Wallahatchie Road, Pike
Road,AL 36064 or by visiting www.maneweb.org. Call (334) 213-
0909 for more information.

Oct. 24 – Elizabeth Spencer Wine Dinner

6–9 p.m. Taste in Hampstead. If you love Napa Cabernet and
Chardonnay, then don’t miss the chance to learn about more
about these varietals and other wines coming from the Elizabeth
Spencer winery in Rutherford, CA. Visit www.facebook.com/
tastemgm/ for more information.

Oct. 25 – The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute with Ed
Sullivan

8 p.m. The Montgomery Performing Arts Centre. The Fab Four
is a California-based tribute band paying homage to The Beatles.
Founded in 1997 by Ron McNeil, John Lennon impersonator
and President of The Fab Four Corp, the group has performed
Beatles music throughout southern California for years. Visit
www.mpaconline.org for details.

Oct. 26 – Harvest Jam

11 a.m.–2 p.m at The Shoppes at Eastchase. Harvest Jam returns
to The Shoppes at EastChase this fall! The festive and free event is
perfect for music fans, foodies, craft beer lovers and families from
the river region! The day features live music by The Red Clay
Strays, delicious local food and a craft beer tasting presented by
Pies & Pints. Donations for the tasting will benefit Child Protect,
Children’s Advocacy Center. More information is available www.
theshoppesateastchase.com.

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Oct. 26 – Haunting on the Harriott II catering that everyone
will approve of!
7 p.m. Harriott II Riverboat.
Come aboard the Harriott II for a night of ghoulish fun! “Haunting Sunday-Thursday 10:30 am - 9 pm
on the Harriott II” is an adult only costume cruise featuring live Friday and Saturday 10:30 am - 9:30 pm
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Tickets are $30. The ship departs rain or shine. No Refunds or
Exchanges. If interested, visit www.funinmontgomery.com.

Oct. 27 – A Taste of Hampstead Wine & Art Festival

1–4 p.m. 4925 Lake Edge Street.
Hampstead Community Realty, Taste and RSVP Montgomery will
host this inaugural festival with wine samplings from Alabama Crown,
Grassroots, International Wines, Pinnacle, Rush Wines and United
Johnson Brothers. Enjoy the lake view, live music and tapas from Taste
while you shop from a variety of several talented artists. Advance
tickets are $50 from September 10 until October 20, which includes
a commemorative wine glass, wine bag, bottled water and event
brochure. Tickets are $60 after October 20. A Shuttle is provided
from the parking lot at 5251 Hampstead High Street. For tickets visit:
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Nov. 17 – Hampstead Food Truck Takeover

12–3 p.m. Hampstead Town Center.
For delicious street food this fall, come spend your afternoon with
local food trucks, all while enjoying the neighborhood’s parks and
play spaces. Perfect for Sunday Fundays! For more information, e-mail
[email protected].

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