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Wild Wonders: Fishing 101 ( Lake Guntersville State Park )

Lake Guntersville State Park 1155 Lodge Dr, Guntersville

🐟🎣 Aspiring anglers of all ages are invited to join the Park Naturalist at the Buckeye Pavilion for a fun morning of fishing education and safety, and, of course, fishing! Worms will be provided, and fishing poles will be available for use; however, attendees are more than welcome to bring their own equipment! If you are bringing your own equipment, please do not register using this link. Anyone aged 16 or older who is planning on fishing with us will need to bring proof of current Alabama Fishing License! 🎣 Must RSVP

Cost: FREE
When: August 23 & September 20| 8:30AM-12PM

Free

8th Annual End Addiction HSV Walk

Big Spring Park 420 Church St NW, Huntsville

This free community event offers a powerful opportunity for connection, healing, and hope. Whether grieving a loss, supporting a loved one in recovery, or celebrating personal milestones, the walk welcomes all who have been touched by the disease of addiction.

When: August 23 | 9-11:30 AM
Cost: FREE

Free

Girls Lacrosse Learn to Play Event!

Hexagon Parking Lot 230 Business Park Boulevard, Madison

On August 23rd there is a learn to play clinic for girls from 10-12PM with k-2nd grade 10-11 and 3rd-8th grade from 10-12PM at the Hexagon fields! No gear necessary the program will provide sticks and protective gear as needed.

Cost: FREE
When: August 23| 10AM-12PM

Free

Learn to Play: Magic The Gathering

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison

Tweens age 9-13 - ever wanted to learn to play the popular card game Magic: The Gathering? Now is your chance at the Madison Public Library! They will learn the basics of the game and how to build our own decks, then face off against each other in a friendly tournament. This program is generously sponsored by Magikids, a non-profit dedicated to making Magic: The Gathering accessible for kids everywhere. All supplies are provided by the library, including cards, card sleeves, and dice. The decks you build at this program are yours to keep, but supplies are limited and registration is required!

Cost: FREE
When: August 23| 10AM-12PM

Free

Watermelon Festival

Madison County Farmers Market 1022 Cook Avenue, Huntsville

Come visit the Madison County Farmers Market for the First Annual Watermelon Festival! The Farmers Market has partnered with Ayers Farm to hand out free, freshly cut watermelon slices!

When: August 23 | 10 AM-1 PM
Cost: FREE

Free

U.F.O. Days Festival (Fyffe)

Fyffe Town Park 413 Paul Benefeild Lane, Fyffe

Come join this year for the 20th Annual U.F.O. Day Festival Fyffe Park! A fun filled day with food vendors, arts & crafts, and fun for the family!

Cost:FREE
When:August 23|10AM-10PM

Free

Tasting Party: Harrison Brothers

Harrison Brothers Hardware 124 Southside Square, Huntsville

Looking for the perfect addition to your tailgate, get-together, or brunch? Join for a tasting party on Saturday, August 23, 11AM – 3PM, featuring their EXCLUSIVE line preserves, jams, syrups, and salsas!!! Their spreads and toppings are hand-crafted in small batches with natural ingredients, and our range of flavors are sure to be crowd favorites. They're personally obsessed with the Peach-Bourbon Cardamom Preserves and the Mango Salsa! This is a FREE event.

Cost: FREE
When: August 23| 11AM-3PM

Free

Hampton Cove – Green Flag Weekend!

Mark Russell Recreation Center 429 Taylor Road, Huntsville

Green Flag weekend is a family event, hosted at 20+ locations, for girls 5+ to come try new activities and learn more about Girl Scouts! At this event, girls will get to try classic camp activities, such as making a S’more or Target Sport activities like archery or hatchet throwing! Must register!

Cost: FREE
When: August 23| 1PM-2PM

Free

Craft Supply Swap

Madison Public Library 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison

Join your fellow crafters, artists, and hobbyist for our fourth annual craft supply swap! A craft supply swap is an exchange of craft supplies. Good craft management means periodic culling - or discarding - items you no longer need. Your unused project supplies could become someone else's new treasure. Bring your unused thread, fabric, yarn, beads, knitting needles, scrapbook paper, and more. All new or gently used craft supplies or equipment are welcome. Crafters do not need to donate to choose items to take!

Cost: FREE
When: August 23| 1PM-3PM

Free

Alabama Youth Ballet Theatre Nutcracker Auditions

Have you ever wanted to dance in the Nutcracker? Auditions are scheduled for: Ages 7-8 at 1:15 pm; Ages 9-10 at 2:00 pm; Ages 11-12 2:30 pm; Teens-Adult at 3:00 pm.

When: August 23 | Ages 7-8 at 1:15 pm; Ages 9-10 at 2:00 pm; Ages 11-12 2:30 pm; Teens-Adult at 3:00 pm.
Cost: FREE

Free

LEGO Bluey “Duck Cake” Build Event

Barnes and Noble - Bridgestreet 300 The Bridge Street NW, Huntsville

🧱👷🏼Join in store for a special LEGO Bluey "Duck Cake" build! This event is ideal for children ages 4-10 but LEGO enthusiasts of all ages are welcome.
⏰ 2:00PM--4:00PM
📍 Barnes & Noble
📆 August 23

Cost: FREE
When: August 23| 2PM-4PM

Free

Colors Fine Arts Center Open House

Colors Fine Arts Center, Inc. 7185 Highway 72 W, Ste J, Madison

Colors Fine Arts Center invites Madison and Huntsville families to their Open House! Performances, giveaways, food truck and more!

When: August 12 | 2-4 PM
Cost: FREE

Free

Super Swimmers Assemble: Family Swim

Goldfish Swim School Madison 7696 HWY 72 West Suite #110, Madison

Calling all heroes — it’s time to suit up and splash in! Join for an action-packed superhero-themed family swim where your little swimmers can show off their powers in the pool. RSVP required

When: August 23rd | 2:30–4:30 PM
Cost: FREE

Free
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Pollinator Count at Blevins Gap

Blevins Gap Nature Preserve 3475 Cecil Ashburn Drive Southeast, Huntsville

Pollinators are vital to our food and ecosystems, but their numbers are declining. The Pollinator Census helps scientists gather essential regional data to protect them, thanks to participation from volunteers like you!

When: August 23 | 3-5 PM
Cost: FREE

Free

Wild Wonders: Fishing 101 ( Lake Guntersville State Park )

Lake Guntersville State Park 1155 Lodge Dr, Guntersville

🐟🎣 Aspiring anglers of all ages are invited to join the Park Naturalist at the Buckeye Pavilion for a fun morning of fishing education and safety, and, of course, fishing! Worms will be provided, and fishing poles will be available for use; however, attendees are more than welcome to bring their own equipment! If you are bringing your own equipment, please do not register using this link. Anyone aged 16 or older who is planning on fishing with us will need to bring proof of current Alabama Fishing License! 🎣 Must RSVP

Cost: FREE
When: August 23 & September 20| 8:30AM-12PM

Free