The Power of Community – South & Appalachian Creative Placemaking Conference
Kress on Dexter 39 Dexter Ave Suite 304, MONTGOMERY, AL, United StatesSouth & Appalachian Creative Placemaking Conference Montgomery 2025, will be focused on cities with populations under 200,000, rural areas and Appalachian communities who are incorporating arts and culture into placemaking, placekeeping and place honoring. The theme of the conference is centered on social and economic justice, equity and inclusion, and grassroots community-led efforts that […]
The Power of Community: A Southern Story
gallery @ one court 1 Court Square, MONTGOMERY, AL, United StatesThe Power of Community: A Southern Story is a compelling art exhibition that delves into the deep-rooted traditions, resilience, and cultural richness of Southern communities. Showcasing a diverse collection of works—including paintings, photography, and multimedia. The exhibition highlights the unique narratives, shared histories, and collective spirit that define the South. Through themes of heritage, storytelling, […]
Drawn to the Library
Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library 2037 Madison Ave, 245 High Street, AL, United StatesDrawn to the Library Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library YA Department presents To celebrate National Library week, Join us for a figure drawing class in partnership with the Montgomery Museum of fine arts Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 2:30 pm registration required by phone or in person 334-625-4983
YMCA Strides for Kids 5k Dash
Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex 300 Brown Springs Road, MONTGOMERY, AL, United States5K Run to be held at the Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex. All 5K participants will receive a dri-fit shirt to celebrate our 11th Anniversary all finishers will receive special finishers medal. Walk-in/Late registrations are welcome (but not guaranteed a shirt on race day). There will also be a 1 Mile Fun Run (no t-shirts […]
Spark Sessions: Creativity in the Age of A.I. with Maria D’Amato
Ignite your creativity at our NEW program series, Spark Sessions! 🌟 This spring, join AAF Montgomery for a series of dynamic discussions and expert-led talks designed to fuel your imagination and elevate your career. From nonprofit marketing and social media tips to work-life balance and animation, we’ll cover everything you need to stay inspired and […]
“Voice Your Views.” Post Card Writing Event
The NewSouth Bookstore 105 S. Court Street, MONTGOMERY, AL, United StatesOur friend, the marvelous, multitalented educator and activist Lee Farrow, has inspired us to host a postcard-writing event, which she’s titling “Voice Your Views.” Join Farrow and our staff and a gathering of furious folks at The NewSouth Bookstore to make our voices heard. We’ll compose messages to local and national politicians — we’ll provide […]
Compost with us!
Tuskegee Urban Agriculture Innovation 595 Grady Street, MONTGOMERY, AL, United StatesMake the Earth earthier for Earth Day AND create garden gold out of food scraps. Food scraps are not garbage! Learn how to transform your apple cores, coffee grounds, and banana peels into compost. In this workshop you will learn: how to compost in your own backyardwhat you should put into your backyard compost and […]
Behind The Scenes With “We Shall Someday,”
The NewSouth Bookstore 105 S. Court Street, MONTGOMERY, AL, United StatesWe are thrilled to host a program tied to the Alabama Shakespeare Festival production titled We Shall Someday, opening on Thursday, April 24. The work is a bold new jazz-infused musical that traces three generations of a Southern Black family as it encounters and confronts acts of racial injustice. Amazing storytelling and voices like you've […]
AARP Community Conversations: Sip & Socialize
Vintage Cafe 416 Cloverdale Road, MONTGOMERY, AL, United StatesJoin us for FREE coffee with AARP! Join Us for a Free Coffee and Community Conversation! Looking for a fun way to connect with your community and learn more by discussing topics that empower you to choose how you live as you age? Join AARP for a free coffee and community conversation where we will […]
Written in the Waters: A Memoir of History talk by Tara Roberts
The NewSouth Bookstore 105 S. Court Street, MONTGOMERY, AL, United StatesJoin us for a great program featuring Tara Roberts, author of the newly released Written in the Waters: A Memoir of History, Home, and Belonging. Roberts will be in conversation with journalist and Black Joy founder Jonece Starr Dunigan. For fans of Cheryl Strayed's Wild and Jesmyn Ward's Men We Reaped, this searing memoir by […]