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🏠 Fleet Feet Fall Festival
Fleet Feet Fall Festival, Oktoberfest at Straight to Ale, All-American Diver, New Transit Center, Huntsville Election Update.
Forrest Webber
September 06, 2024
How was your Labor Day weekend, Huntsville? It’s surprising how quickly the first week of September has passed. Here’s a fun fact: September is the only month with the same number of letters as its position in the calendar. Now you know! Don’t forget the Trash Pandas’ last home series is this weekend!
In today’s Homely Huntsville:
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4 Weekend Events 📅
Here are four things to do this weekend!
Fleet Feet Fall Festival 🏃♂️🚴♀️🧘♀️
Bring the whole family out for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit at the Fleet Feet Fall Fitness Festival (F5)! Start your morning with a community fun run, kids' run, or bike ride, then stick around for a day packed with activities. Discover over 40 local vendors offering unique goods, enjoy delicious food, and jump into a free pop-up fitness class. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just looking for a fun day out with the family, there’s something for everyone at the Fleet Feet Fall Fitness Festival!
📅 Date: September 7, 2024
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Hays Farm
🎟️ Host: Fleet Feet Huntsville
🅿️ Parking: Grissom High School
Event Schedule Highlights:
Path to Positivity 5K Run: 8:00 AM
Kids Run: 9:00 AM
Burn Boot Camp Pop-up Fitness Class: 9:15 AM
Community Bicycle Ride: 9:30 AM
Rock Your Paws featuring Sponge & More 🎸🐾🍔
ROCK YOUR PAWS 2024 brings an exciting evening of fun, food, and music to Huntsville! This family-friendly and dog-friendly fall fundraiser hosted by the Greater Huntsville Humane Society will feature delicious food trucks, local vendors, donate-to-win prizes, and live performances by Tres Locos, Angry Native, and the '90s alt-rock band Sponge. Enjoy an unforgettable event while supporting the incredible work of the Greater Huntsville Humane Society. Don’t miss your chance to rock out and make a difference in Rocket City! 🚀
📅 Date: September 7, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
📍 Location: The Orion Amphitheater, 701 Amphitheater Drive, Huntsville, AL, United States
🎟️ Tickets Website: theorionhuntsville.com
📞 Contact: Greater Huntsville Humane Society
Forest Therapy Walk 🚶♂️🌳🌄
Reconnect with the natural world during a Forest Therapy walk at Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve on September 7th from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Led by a certified Forest Therapy guide, this gentle, guided walk invites you to slow down and engage your senses, offering a peaceful way to improve your physical and mental well-being. Unlike psychotherapy, Forest Therapy is a simple, stress-relieving practice that anyone can participate in to enhance their mood and support their immune system. Step away from the daily grind, enjoy the tranquility of the forest, and see how nature can nurture you. For more details and to register for a public walk, visit northwardcounseling.com/foresttherapy.
Butterfly Release at Huntsville Botanical Garden 🦋
Experience the magic of a butterfly release at the Huntsville Botanical Garden! This family-friendly event includes a brief presentation about butterflies and their habitat, followed by the chance to release live butterflies into the Purdy Butterfly House safely. It’s a perfect opportunity for guests of all ages to learn about butterfly conservation and capture unforgettable moments with your camera. Butterfly releases are held throughout the summer, with each program lasting around 30 minutes. Don’t miss out—registration is required, and space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
📅 Date: September 7, 2024
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
📍 Location: Huntsville Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue Southwest, Huntsville, AL, United States
📞 Contact: Huntsville Botanical Garden
Weekend Weather ☀
You can look at our detailed forecast here.
Saturday, Sept. 07 ☀
Day: Mostly sunny with a high of 82°F. Winds from the north at 10 to 15 mph. Humidity around 59%.
Night: Mostly clear skies with a low of 54°F. Winds from the NNE at 5 to 10 mph. Humidity around 67%.
Sunday, Sept. 08 ☀
Day: Sunny with a high of 82°F. Winds from the NNE at 5 to 10 mph. Humidity around 46%.
Night: Clear skies with a low of 52°F. Winds light and variable. Humidity around 63%.
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Huntsville News 📝
Read the top news stories this week in Huntsville
New Transit Center to Enhance Public Transportation in Huntsville
Huntsville's new downtown Transit Center, a $14.6 million project funded largely by a Federal Transit Authority grant, opens next week. The center features 14 bus bays, a spacious lobby with a ticket counter, and innovative rainwater management for landscaping. Mayor Tommy Battle described the center as a "gamechanger" for public transportation and quality of life in the city. The facility, opening on September 3, will also introduce a new route to south Huntsville and is designed to symbolize speed and efficiency, reflecting the city's growth and commitment to a robust transit system.
Huntsville Election Update
Last week, in the District 5 municipal races, John Meredith was re-elected to the Huntsville City Council, and Carlos Mathews secured another term on the Huntsville Board of Education. However, District 1 will have a runoff on Tuesday, Sept. 24. Residents in this area are encouraged to vote and remind their neighbors to participate, as local elections are important. Devyn Keith and Michelle Watkins compete for the City Council seat, while Chaundra Jones and Pat King are vying for the Board of Education position.
Morgan County Dept. of Human Resources Hiring Event on Sept. 17
The Morgan County Department of Human Resources is hosting a hiring event on September 17 at the Ingalls Harbor Pavilion in Decatur. Don't miss this opportunity to explore career opportunities with the department.
Huntsville History 📔
The Southern Advocate - September 6, 1854
“The Northern Bank of Alabama - A dividend at the rate of 8 per cent per annum upon the stock paid in, has been declared by the Northern Bank of Alabama, payable at the counter. By order of the Board, Theo. Lacy, Cashier. The First National Bank. The Bank was known as the Northern Bank of Alabama from 1852-1865.”
Huntsville Business 🏢
New businesses coming to Huntsville and other local business news
Red Lobster Returns to Huntsville After Bankruptcy Filing
Red Lobster has reopened in Huntsville, with the restaurant's parking lot packed all weekend. The location remains the same at 1818 University Dr NW, just east of Memorial Parkway. This reopening comes after a challenging period for the seafood chain, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May 2024. The closures were part of a strategy to abandon leases at underperforming restaurants, but the Huntsville location has made a comeback, though no specific reasons were given for its reopening.
Q Korean BBQ & Revolving Sushi Opening Soon!
Q Korean BBQ & Revolving Sushi is having a soft opening this week and will open fully next week! They’re located at 6125 University Dr., Huntsville, AL 35806.
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Huntsville Sports 🏈
Recent developments in Huntsville sports and what to anticipate
Trash Pandas 🦝
The Trash Pandas season at home ends this weekend! Be sure to go watch the Trash Pandas one last time this year!
vs. Tennessee Smokies
8/30 L 2-5
8/31 W 2-1
9/1 W 6-0
vs. Biloxi Shuckers
9/3 W 8-4
9/4 W 5-2
9/5 L 2-3
Upcoming Games
vs. Biloxi Shuckers 9/6 - 9/8 (last home series)
@ Chattanooga Lookout 9/10 - 9/15 (last series)
Huntsville City FC ⚽️
With the win against New York, the team moves to 6-12-5. The Boys in Blue will return to action on Sunday, Sept. 8, at 6 p.m. CT against Inter Miami CF II. You can purchase tickets here.
@ Orlando
Huntsville City Football Club narrowly lost 2-1 to Orlando City B at Osceola Heritage Park despite defender Julian Gaines scoring his first goal of the season off a pass from Chris Applewhite. Huntsville City FC has now scored in six consecutive matches, with Chris Applewhite recording his first assist of the season and Jony Bolaños serving as captain for the twentieth straight game.
Upcoming Games
9/8 vs. Inter Miami II
9/15 @ Atl UTD 2
9/22 vs. Cincinnati
Huntsville Athletes 🏃♂️🏃♀️
Recognizing Huntsville-native athletes for their achievements and notable news
Athens 42, Buckhorn 7
Bob Jones 63, Lee-Huntsville 7
Huntsville 36, Jemison-Huntsville 6
Hazel Green 39, East Limestone 0
Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa 31, Sparkman 10
Madison Co. 26, St. John Paul II 7
New Hope 69, DAR 0
Randolph 32, Madison Aca. 31
Westminster-Huntsville 37, Plainview 33
Homely Huntsville Player of the Week
Week 1: Trey Greenwell, Decatur (15 tackles, a 60-yard pick-six, and a 65-yard punt return for a touchdown.)
Grissom’s All-American Diver
Grissom High School’s Casey Sapp was honored as an AAU All-American diver this summer. Sapp qualified for the USA Nationals and competed in various events, including the 1-meter, 3-meter, and platform dives. At the AAU Nationals in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in July, Sapp placed 9th in the 1-meter event, 4th in the 3-meter, and 6th on the platform. He continued his success in August at the USA Nationals in Morgantown, West Virginia, finishing 26th in the 3-meter and 19th on the platform.
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Huntsville Music 🎵
Wondering what music awaits you in Huntsville this weekend? See the featured options below, or explore more events on the Huntsville Music Calendar.
Oktoberfest at Straight to Ale! 🥳🍂🕺
Raise your stein and embrace the spirit of Oktoberfest at Straight to Ale! The space will be transformed into a festive German haven filled with mouth-watering bratwursts, soft pretzels, and plenty of traditional treats.
📍: Straight To Ale Brewing, 2610 Clinton Avenue NW, Huntsville, AL
📅: September 7th
🕚: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
📧 Organizer: Straight to Ale | [email protected]
What to Expect:
Delicious German Fare: Indulge in juicy bratwursts, soft pretzels, and other mouth-watering traditional treats.
Fun Activities: Test your strength in the stein hoisting contest, try your luck at the pretzel toss, and explore our lively makers market filled with unique crafts and goodies.
Live Music: Dance the day away with Huntsville's Little German Band from 3-6 PM, and keep the festivities rolling with The Dawn Osbourne Band from 7-11 PM in the Speakeasy.
Tasty Eats & More: Enjoy sweet treats from Suzy's Pops, and stay tuned for more surprises!
Huntsville Real Estate 🏡
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Huntsville Blogs 📝
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Thanks for reading Homely Huntsville! The Fleet Feet Fall Festival is just around the corner—come out with your friends and family for a day of fitness, food, and fun. It's going to be a fantastic day for everyone!
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