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SUMMARY:The Power of Community - South & Appalachian Creative Placemaking Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nSouth & 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.\nThe theme of the conference is centered on social and economic justice\, equity and inclusion\, and grassroots community-led efforts that create positive impact and enhance the quality of life for smaller communities across the Southern U.S. \nTopics will examine: \n•Inclusive and equitable community engagement\n•Creating transformative systems change\n•Supporting climate-resilience\n•Addressing gentrification through arts and cultural efforts\n•Advancing social\, racial and economic justice\n•Grassroots efforts and collective action\n  \nAttendees will experience: \n•Keynote (Bryan Stevenson) and plenary speakers (Michelle Browder)\n•Peer-to-peer presentations\n•Tours of artist-led projects in Montgomery\n•Creative Activations\n•Networking receptions
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/the-power-of-community-south-appalachian-creative-placemaking-conference/
LOCATION:Kress on Dexter\, 39 Dexter Ave Suite 304\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36104\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Power of Community: A Southern Story
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nThe exhibition highlights the unique narratives\, shared histories\, and collective spirit that define the South. Through themes of heritage\, storytelling\, activism\, and togetherness\, The Power of Community exhibit celebrates the strength found in unity and the enduring influence of Southern culture on art\, resistance\, and social change.
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/the-power-of-community-a-southern-story/
LOCATION:gallery @ one court\, 1 Court Square\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36107\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T170000
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SUMMARY:Drawn to the  Library
DESCRIPTION:Drawn to the Library \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library YA Department presents \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo celebrate National Library week\, Join us\nfor a figure drawing class in partnership\nwith the Montgomery Museum of fine arts \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\,\nApril 9\, 2025 \nat 2:30 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\nregistration required by phone or in person \n334-625-4983
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/drawn-to-the-library/
LOCATION:Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library\, 2037 Madison Ave\, 245 High Street\, AL\, 36104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T213000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T160037Z
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SUMMARY:YMCA Strides for Kids 5k Dash
DESCRIPTION:5K 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 provided with the Fun Run). Event will be held rain or shine. Proceeds benefit the Annual Support Campaign. Late registration begins 04/01/24 with a price increase to $35.00.
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/ymca-strides-for-kids-5k-dash/
LOCATION:Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex\, 300 Brown Springs Road\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T183000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
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SUMMARY:Spark Sessions: Creativity in the Age of A.I. with Maria D’Amato
DESCRIPTION: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 informed in today’s fast-paced industry. \nWhether you want to purchase the whole package (at a discount) or just this event\, it’s all up to you! \n\n\n\n\nCurious\, relentless and smart\, GSD&M’s executive creative director\, Maria D’Amato\, has made a career out of turning knowledge into ideas that make a difference. With a simple philosophy—to be ahead of what’s happening in technology and design—Maria has made a name for herself as a brilliant creative mind and smart technologist since rejoining GSD&M in 2015 from R/GA Austin\, where she was the head of visual design. Maria played an integral role in establishing the experience design discipline and has since been a formative partner to Southwest Airlines\, Stanley\, Corona\, the United States Air Force and Space Force and more. She is lauded for her ability to lead by example\, seizing opportunities to help teams concept\, plan\, and execute ideas that build First & Only brands. She was recently named to Adweek’s prestigious Creative 100 list\, celebrating top innovators\, agency leaders\, creatives in marketing\, media and culture.
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/spark-sessions-creativity-in-the-age-of-a-i-with-maria-damato/
LOCATION:AL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
CREATED:20250419T051112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T201325Z
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SUMMARY:“Voice Your Views.” Post Card Writing Event
DESCRIPTION:Our 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 a list — about current issues and events that concern you. It’ll feel great to take action\, especially in the company of like-minded people. We’re meeting for an hour and a half\, starting at 4:30pm on Wednesday\, April 30. Mark your calendars to drop by
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/voice-your-views-post-card-writing-event/
LOCATION:The NewSouth Bookstore\, 105 S. Court Street\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
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SUMMARY:Compost with us!
DESCRIPTION:Make the Earth earthier for Earth Day AND create garden gold out of food scraps.\nFood scraps are not garbage! Learn how to transform your apple cores\, coffee grounds\, and banana peels into compost.\nIn this workshop you will learn:\nhow to compost in your own backyardwhat you should put into your backyard compost and what to leave outhow composting works (meet the compost critters!)You will also have a hands-on opportunity to build an aerated compost pile.\nBring your composting questions.\nThe workshop is at the Tuskegee Urban Agriculture Innovation Center\, 595 Grady Street.\nFree. Please register so we know how many people to expect. Donations are welcome.\nThank you Tuskegee Urban Agriculture Innovation Center for making this workshop possible.\nThank you American Red Cross Community Adaptation Program for supporting garden-based education
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/compost-with-us/
LOCATION:Tuskegee Urban Agriculture Innovation\, 595 Grady Street\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T173000
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SUMMARY:Behind The Scenes With "We Shall Someday\,"
DESCRIPTION:We 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 never heard before make the play a powerful experience. Join us for a bookstore program featuring playwright /creator Harrison David Rivers (book and lyrics and Danyel Fulton\, one of the cast members. Fulton will perform several segments from We Shall Someday. Rivers will speak about his influences and the genesis of the project. Come meet the team and be inspired. At The NewSouth Bookstore on Tuesday\, April 22 at 5:30pm.
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/bts-we-shall-someday/
LOCATION:The NewSouth Bookstore\, 105 S. Court Street\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
CREATED:20250419T052229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T200952Z
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SUMMARY:AARP Community Conversations: Sip & Socialize
DESCRIPTION:Join us for FREE coffee with AARP! \n\n\nJoin Us for a Free Coffee and Community Conversation! \nLooking 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 explore various subjects that matter to you. Whether you’re an AARP member or not\, everyone is welcome! Meet and mingle with AARP volunteers\, staff\, and fellow community members over a cup of free coffee. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to engage\, learn\, and enjoy some delicious coffee while making meaningful connections. We hope you will join us!
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/aarp-community-conversations-sip-socialize/
LOCATION:Vintage Cafe\, 416 Cloverdale Road\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36106\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="AARP":MAILTO:kmoyo@aarp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T173000
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SUMMARY:Written in the Waters: A Memoir of History talk by Tara Roberts
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 a National Geographic explorer recounts one woman’s epic journey to trace the global slave trade across the Atlantic Ocean—and find her place in the world. Written in the Waters is revelatory and deeply moving. Critics call Roberts a pioneer and inspiration. Roberts joins us at The NewSouth Bookstore on Thursday\, April 24 at 5:30pm.
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/written-in-the-waters/
LOCATION:The NewSouth Bookstore\, 105 S. Court Street\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T195600Z
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SUMMARY:Hilltop Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Bingo at Hilltop Public House \nBenefiting: COLORS United “Festival of Lights” Prom \nBingo cards are only $5 each\, and we have an opportunity raise a lot of money for a great cause and win fabulous prizes.
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/hilltop-bingo/
LOCATION:Hilltop Public House\, 3 North Goldthwaite Street\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T103000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
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SUMMARY:The Grove MGM 5K Fun Run/Walk and Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us to welcome The Grove MGM to the Montgomery community! The Grove supports young women transitioning out of Foster Care in Alabama.\nThey provide dignified\, affordable housing and support to bridge the gap between the foster care system and independence. Your participation and/or donation contributes to the final phase of renovation of the building and goes towards sponsoring the future young women who will call The Grove their home. You can visit thegrovemgm.org for more information. \n  \nOn Saturday\, 26 April 2025 we will have a fun run/walk starting and ending at The Grove MGM at 559 S Hull. The 5K will begin at 8AM\, but please arrive by 730AM to get pumped up for the fun!! The run/walk will take runners and walkers through the historic streets of downtown Montgomery. Along the course\, you will see the Alabama State Capitol building\, the Rosa Parks Bus Stop and Court Square Fountain\, the Rosa Parks Museum and the Davis Theater\, The National Memorial for Peace and Justice\, and The Mothers of Gynecology Park. \n  \nAfter completing the 5K\, stay and fellowship with other members of your community in the Grove’s lovely outdoor gathering area\, and take a tour of the newly renovated\, beautifully-designed future home of young women who have aged out of the foster care program in our community. \nWe will have coffee\, snacks\, and a food truck. Bring the family for this meaningful day of restoration. \nAll participants can take home with them a special token of appreciation saying “I ran for the Grove”! \n  \nThe first 3 finishers of the following categories will receive special recognition: \nChildren aged 0-14 Male and Female \nAdults aged 15-99 Male and Female
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/the-grove-mgm-5k-fun-run-walk-and-open-house/
LOCATION:The Grove MGM\, 559 S Hull St\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
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SUMMARY:Herb Day & Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come stroll thru the pecan trees and feast your eyes on the many handcrafted items from vendors all over.  We will celebrate Earth Day and all the wonderful herbs for both medicinal and culinary excitement.  There will music\, food and fun for all. Family friendly events.  Dogs on leashes are welcome but please be mindful of their manners. \n  \n \n\nEarth Day Celebration\nHerb of the Year: Chamomile\nSaturday\, April 26th 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nPlant & Craft Vendors\nMedicinal Herbs\nExpert Gardeners\nGrowing Tips\nCulinary Presentation by Carolyn Strickland\nAdmission Free\nOn the grounds of Grace Presbyterian Church\n5 Bell Road & Atlanta Highway\, Montgomery\, AL\nwebsite: www.AlabamaHerbSociety.org\nemail: info@alabamaherbsociety.org\nFacebook: @Alabama Herb Society
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/herb-day-earth-day-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Grace Presbyterian Church\, 5 Bell Rd\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36117\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Alabama Herb Society":MAILTO:info@alabamaherbsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
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SUMMARY:Hyperbole Books Grand Opening Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 26\, 2025 is Independent Bookstore Day and what better way to celebrate than with the FIRST EVER pop-up shop for Hyperbole Books! \nCome see me from 11-4 at Southern Art and Makers Collective and celebrate the GRAND OPENING of Hyperbole Books! While you’re at it\, head inside and grab some local art from Southern Art and Makers Collective!
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/hyperbole-books-grand-opening-pop-up/
LOCATION:Southern Art & Makers Collective\, 1228 Madison Ave\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T213000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
CREATED:20250419T045630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T195733Z
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SUMMARY:Tango Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Free Dancing Event \nRefreshments &  Food Provided
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/tango-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:The Learning Arts Center at The Armory\, 1018 Madison Avenue\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36107\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Learning Arts Center at The Armory":MAILTO:joebirdwell@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T223000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
CREATED:20250419T055717Z
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SUMMARY:Montgomery SERA Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:*Venue site had this event listed as The Montgomery Black Rodeo on the 27th of April\, This digital Listing is updated from our Print Edition*
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/montgomery-sera-rodeo/
LOCATION:Garret Coliseum\, 1555 Federal Drive\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
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SUMMARY:Natural Dye Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to dye fabric with plants. Using flowers and indigo leaves harvested at E.A.T. South\, we’ll experiment with different techniques for dying fabric with natural dyes.\nAt this workshop\, you’ll learn:\nplants you can grow at home to create dye.how to prepare fabric for dying.how to make dye out of flowers.Everyone will have a chance to dye fabric. All materials will be provided.\nSpace is limited. Registration is required. The workshop is free thanks to the support of the Support the Arts Tag Grant Program. Donations help us keep these programs going.\nThe workshop will be at 410 Clayton Street\, the lot behind the Hilltop Public House from 1 to 3 pm.
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/natural-dye-workshop/
LOCATION:Hilltop Public House\, 3 North Goldthwaite Street\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
CREATED:20250419T053118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T195616Z
UID:1804-1745762400-1745769600@emgeeem.com
SUMMARY:Old Cloverdale Community Garden Social
DESCRIPTION:Hangout with your neighbors\, meet the gardeners\, tour the garden. Join us for a BYOB & potluck snacks Garden Social on Sunday\, April 27\, 2025\, at 2:00 PM.
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/old-cloverdale-community-garden-social/
LOCATION:Old Cloverdale Community Garden\, 1128 Woodward Ave\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T053000
DTSTAMP:20260421T234910
CREATED:20250419T050906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T195358Z
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SUMMARY:The Mystery of the Crooked Man by Tom Spencer
DESCRIPTION:Cozy crime fiction does not come more clever or delightful than in this new book by Montgomery’s own Tom Spencer\, The Mystery of the Crooked Man. Agatha Christie fans will love meeting Agatha Dorn in a crime yarn as “cool\, crisp\, and heady as the gin cantankerous library archivist Agatha loves\,” says the Peterborough Telegraph. The work is an homage to Golden Age detectives\, lost manuscripts and famous authors. Come celebrate the release of The Mystery of the Crooked Man with Tom Spencer at The NewSouth Bookstore on Tuesday\, April 29 at 5:30pm.
URL:https://emgeeem.com/event/the-mystery-of-the-crooked-man/
LOCATION:The NewSouth Bookstore\, 105 S. Court Street\, MONTGOMERY\, AL\, 36104\, United States
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