Alabama events for December 2007

Galaxy of Lights. Huntsville (Botanical Garden). Two-mile trail featuring larger than life animated light displays including scenes of the holidays, nursery rhymes and nature. Admission. 5:30-9 p.m. Through Dec. 31.

Christmas City USA. Ariton. Two miles of lights with scenes around the lake. Visit with Santa. Crafts, puppeteer and magic shows, church singing, square dancing and clogging, kiddie rides, trains. Admission. Weekdays, 5-10 p.m.; Weekends, 5-11 p.m. Through Dec. 31.

Christmas in the Park. Arab (City Park). Live entertainment with Christmas music immediately following the lighting ceremony and continuing each Friday evening through Dec. 21. The lights will be on each evening through Dec. Through Dec. 31.

Sat 1 - Sun 30 Birmingham Museum of Art: Alabama Folk Art Exhibition

Sat 1 - Mon 31 Birmingham Museum of Art: Pompeii: Tales of an Eruption

Sat 1 - Mon 31 Magic of Model Trains Exhibit

Sat 1 - Mon 31 American Village presents the Southern Living Showcase House

Sat 1 - Mon 31 Birmingham Museum of Art: Artes Etrvriae Renascvntvr Exhibition

Sat 1 - Mon 31 IMAX Theatre: Santa vs. The Snowman

Sat 1 - Mon 31 IMAX Theatre at McWane Science Center: Polar Express (Ends Jan 17, 2008)

Mon 31 Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Winter Tour 2007. Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex. 9:30pm. Admission. $47.50. 205-715-6000/ 1-800-277-1700.

Mon 31 Alabama Symphony Orchestra New Year's Eve Concert

Mon 31 Birmingham New Year's Eve 2008

Nov 23, 2007-Jan 1, 2008 Christmas Sound, Light, Water Show (Childersburg) - Nov 23-Jan 1, Childersburg Christmas Sound, Light, Water Show 256-378-7252. Admission charged. DeSoto Caverns Park--Special Sound, Light & Water Show is presented on every caverns tour in the gigantic Cathedral Room. Tours every hour on the half hour from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Oct 28, 2007-Jan 7, 2008 Promise and Peril: Images of Westward Expansion from the Westervelt-Warner (Birmingham) - Oct 28-Jan 7, Birmingham Promise and Peril: Images of Westward Expansion from the Westervelt-Warner 205-254-2565. Free. Museum of Art—The paintings and sculpture in this exhibition depict a land of possibility and beauty, danger and bewilderment as settlers headed west and Native Americans were displaced. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.

Nov 18, 2007-Jan 18, 2008 Alabama's Finest Artists (Gadsden) - Nov 18-Jan 18, Gadsden Alabama's Finest Artists Showcase 256-546-7365. Gadsden Museum of Art and History--This show selects some of Alabama's finest emerging artists and showcases their talents in both two-dimensional and three-dimensional work. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 1-4 p.m.

Through 2/23/08

Exhibit: Magic of Model Trains. A new collection of model trains ranging in size from G-scale to Z-scale. McWane Science Center. Details: 714-8300

Through 3/13/08

Film: Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure. Exploration of prehistoric seas and their inhabitants: long-necked plesiosaurs, giant turtles, sharks, and mosasaurs. McWane Center IMAX Theatre, call or visit web site for schedule. Details: 714-8300

December 20, 2007 - January 4, 2008 Birmingham Zoo - School Break Camps - WINTER BREAK CAMPS
Birmingham Zoo Education Department School Break Camps 2007/2008

November 6, 2007 - January 8, 2008 Civil Rights: A 50 Year Reflection- The National Alliance of Artist from Historically Black Colleges and Universities

December 3, 2007 - January 11, 2008 Do Dah Day T-shirt Art Contest

December 31, 2007 - January 1, 2008 WorkPlay and Fox 6 New Year's Evolution 2008

Celebrate New Year's Eve in 4 different time zones with live music, food and beverage

Jan 1, 2008 1/2/4 Mile Concurrent New Year's Fun Runs (Huntsville) - Jan 1, Huntsville 1/2/4 Mile Concurrent New Year's Fun Runs 256-534-5509. Jaycee Bldg., Old Airport Fairgrounds--Fun runs sponsored by the Huntsville Track Club. 2 p.m.

January 2, 2008 MUSE OF FIRE auditions for Spring Festival - MACBETH

MUSE OF FIRE: Shakespeare at Sloss is holding auditions for its May 2008 production of MACBETH

December 21, 2007 - January 2, 2008 Vulcan Performers Open Auditions 2008
Looking for Birmingham's best female and male dancers

Jan 2-5, 2008 Sam Phillips Commemoration Week (Florence) - Jan 2-5, Florence Sam Phillips Commemoration Week 256-764-8121. Various locations in the Shoals--Weeklong music festival Sam Phillips, "The Father of Rock & Roll." Phillips was a native of Florence and the discoverer of Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis and countless other musicians.

Jan 2-6, 2008 A T.Rex Named Sue (Anniston) - Jan 2-6, Anniston "A T.rex Named Sue" 256-237-6766. Admission charged. Anniston Museum of Natural History--This is the final week to enjoy this education-packed adventure exhibit designed to teach school children and families about Sue's 1990 discovery in South Dakota. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Jan 4, 2008 ASO Open Rehearsals: Black Russian/White Russian (Birmingham) - Jan 4, Birmingham ASO Open Rehearsals: Black Russian/White Russian 205-251-7727. Admission charged. Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Hall--10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Jan 5, 2008 Alabama Veterans Museum Open Coffee Call (Athens) - Jan 5-Dec 6, Athens Alabama Veterans Museum Open Coffee Call 256 771-7578. Donations accepted. Alabama Veterans Museum & Archives?Veterans, families and friends are invited the first Saturday of each month to a Coffee Call and tour of the museum. Remarks, Star Spangle Banner, Taps and then breakfast (8 a.m.); museum open until noon.

Jan 5, 2008 Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight (Huntsville) - Jan 5, Huntsville Hal Holbrook in "Mark Twain Tonight" 256-518-6155. Admission charged. Von Braun Center Concert Hall--Almost 50 years ago, actor Hal Holbrook took the stage in a small off-Broadway theater and introduced America to storyteller Mark Twain. Today, he still charms audiences with his portrayal of him. 8 p.m.

Jan 8, 2008 Alabama Ballet's 2nd Tuesday (Birmingham) - Jan 8, Birmingham Alabama Ballet's 2nd Tuesday 205-322-4300. Free. Alabama Ballet Center for Dance--Informal studio chats. Join the Ballet for a refreshments, and a behind the scenes look at the 2008 season . V. Richard's sponsors this family friendly event. Refreshments, 6 p.m.; program, 6:30 p.m.

Jan 10, 2008 The Alys Stephens Center Presents "Imani Winds" (Birmingham) - Jan 10, Birmingham Alys Stephens Center Presents "Imani Winds" 205-975-2787. Admission charged. 1200 10th Ave. S.--Part of the Dr. Chandler Smith and Jane Paris-Smith Birmingham Chamber Music Society Series, the Grammy-nominated Imani Winds strives to expand the boundaries of the traditional wind quartet. 7:30 p.m.

Jan 11, 2008 Alabama Symphony POPS!: A Musical Salute to Leroy Anderson (Birmingham) - Jan 11, Birmingham Alabama Symphony POPS!: A Musical Salute to Leroy Anderson 205-251-7727. Admission charged. BJCC Concert Hall--8 p.m.

Jan 11, 2008 Vivaldi's Seasons (Huntsville) - Jan 11, Huntsville "Vivaldi's Season" 256-539-4818. Admission charged. Von Braun Center Concert Hall--Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor. Philippe Quint, violin. Rameau - La Symphonie de Rameau and Vivaldi - The Four Seasons. 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Jan 11-13, 2008 Eagle Awareness Weekend (Guntersville) - Jan 11-13, 18-20 & 25-27, Guntersville Eagle Awareness Weekend 256-571-5445. Free. Guntersville State Park? Enjoy fireside chats, guided interpretive programs at various Bald Eagle nesting sites, and guest speakers. Each program followed by meals in park's dining room. Hours vary.

Jan 12, 2008 Latin Fire (Huntsville) - Jan 12, Huntsville "Latin Fire" 256-539-4818. Admission charged. Von Braun Center Concert Hall--Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor with Phillippe Quint, violin. " Join Carlos and the HSO on a musical journey to Argentina and Spain. Alberto Ginastera stays close to his Argentinian folk roots in this ballet suite that features vibrant orchestration and driving rhythms. 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Jan 12, 2008 Anniston Runners Club Half Naked Marathon (Anniston) - Jan 12, Anniston Anniston Runners Club Half Naked Marathon 256-239-9001. Fee for partipants only. Fort McClellan--Named Half "naked" because there are no awards and no live support on the 13.1-mile course, this training run has quickly become a favorite in the area. 8 a.m. until.

Jan 12, 2008 Celebrity Series Concert featuring Drew Mays, piano (Tuscaloosa) - Jan 12, Tuscaloosa Celebrity Series Concert featuring Drew Mays, Piano 205-348-7111. Admission charged. University of Alabama, Moody Music Bldg.--Piano performance. 7:30 p.m.

Jan 12, 2008 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Concert, 19th Annual (Tuscaloosa) - Jan 12, Tuscaloosa Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Concert 205-348-7111. Admission charged. Univ. of Alabama Moody Music Bldg.--Concert honoring the legacy of civil rights icon, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Artist TBA. 7:30 p.m.

Jan 12, 2008 Second Saturday Space Safaris: Winter Stars & Larry Cat in Space (Jacksonville) - Jan 12, Jacksonville Second Saturday Space Safaris: Winter Stars & Larry Cat in Space 256-782-5697. Jacksonville State Univ.—Travel through space and explore planet Earth during these exciting programs for families and children. Programs may include astronomy on the large dome, films and hands-on learning. 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Jan 12, 2008 UAB Honor Choir Concert (Birmingham) - Jan 12, Birmingham UAB Honor Choir Concert 205-975-2787. Free. Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Ctr., 1200 10th Ave. S.--3 p.m.

Jan 12, 2008 Winter Watershed Walk (Talladega) - Jan 12, Talladega Winter Watershed Walk 256-782-5697. Talladega National Forest (Shoal Creek)--Family-friendly interpretive hike and nature program at the beautiful Coleman Lake in the Talladega National Forest. Bring a daypack with water and snacks. Be sure to check weather forecasts and dress accordingly. Easy loop hike.

Jan 13, 2008 ASO Red Diamond Family Concerts: The Syncopated Clock (Birmingham) - Jan 13, Birmingham ASO Red Diamond Family Concerts: The Syncopated Clock 205-251-7727. Admission charged. Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Hall--Pre-concert activities begin at 1:30 p.m.; concert at 2:30 p.m.

Jan 14, 2008 Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Breakfast and Student Art Show (Birmingham) - Jan 14, Birmingham Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Breakfast and Student Art Show 205-324-9127. Admission charged. Civic Center, downtown--Student winner will have their works displayed. 7:30-9:30 a.m. Call to confirm.

January 15, 2008 AntiquiTea Discussion and coffee with Pompeii curator

Jan 17, 2008 Auburn Singers (Alexander City) - Jan 17, Alexander City Auburn Singers 256 329-1253. Benjamin Russell H.S.--An auditioned group of 32 singers and nine instrumentalists under the direction of Dale Farmer, director of Choral Activities. The group has entertained guests in this country as well as abroad. 7:30 p.m.

Jan 17, 2008 "Arthur Live" (Huntsville) - Jan 17, Huntsville "Arthur Live" 256-518-6155. Admission charged. Von Braun Ctr.—Experience wonder, friendship and excitement as Arthur, Buster, D.W. and their friends investigate the world around them through singing, dancing and discovery. 12:30 & 7 p.m.

Jan 18, 2008 Rachael Price - In Concert (Hoover) - Jan 18, Hoover Rachael Price - In Concert 205-444-7888. Admission charged. Hoover Public Library—A fresh new voice that’s garnering standing ovations wherever she goes, Rachael Price debuted in the jazz world while still a high school student. She wowed the audience as a semi-finalist at the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition. 8 p.m.

Jan 17-19, 2008 "The Barber of Seville" (Birmingham) - Jan 17-19, Birmingham "The Barber of Seville" 205-322-6737. Admission charged. Alabama Theatre--The greatest of all comic opera stars Alabama's own Corey McKern in the title role with soprano Heather Buck and bass Jason Hardy. Mechavich conducts the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and William Gustafson returns to direct the mayhem onstage. 7:30 p.m.

Jan 17-19, 2008 Alys Stephens Center Presents Bridgman/Packer Dance (Birmingham) - Jan 17-19, Birmingham Alys Stephens Center Presents Bridgman/Packer Dance 205-975-2787. Admission charged. 1200 10th Ave. S.--Part of the Jemison Investment Co. Movement & Magic Series, and the 2008 Alabama Dance Festival, this show typifies the work Art Bridgman and Myra Packer are acclaimed for. 7:30 p.m.

Jan 18-19, 2008 RMTC Concert Series with Janet Hall (Birmingham) - Jan 18-19, Birmingham RMTC Concert Series with Janet Hall 205-324-2424. Admission charged. RMTC Cabaret Theatre--Three voices. Three guitars. Three storytellers. FOX 6 News Anchor Janet Hall O’Neil leads the trio with original work flavored with folk, pop and blues. Joining her is songwriter Dan Farmer and Molly Slone, an award-winning writer. 7:30 p.m.

Jan 19, 2008 "Sophie Milman" In Concert (Hoover) - Jan 19, Hoover "Sophie Milman" In Concert 205-444-7888. ZAAdmission charged. The Library Theatre, Hoover Public Library--A 23-year-old Russian-born Israeli/Canadian, Sophie‘s debut album finished in 2006’s top five jazz bestsellers, along with Diana Krall, Michael Buble and Madeline Peroulx, and earned a Juno nomination for Vocal Jazz Album of the Year. 8 p.m.

Jan 19, 2008 Dance Across Birmingham (Birmingham) - Jan 19, Birmingham Dance Across Birmingham 205-602-3599. Admission charged. Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center--A new component of the Alabama Dance Festival designed for non-dancers. Classes offer anyone interested in dance the opportunity to learn from some of Birmingham's most talented artists. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Jan 17-20, 2008 Alabama Dance Festival (Birmingham) - Jan 17-20, Birmingham Alabama Dance Festival 205-602-3599. Admission charged. Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center--Performances include Bridgman Packer Dance, a Birmingham Dance Showcase, and an Alabama Dance Showcase. Also free beginning classes for the entire family, pre-professional classes for ages 11-18, and professional artist workshops for ages 18 and up.

Jan 20, 2008 Reflect & Rejoice: A Community Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (Birmingham) - Jan 20, Birmingham "Reflect & Rejoice: A Community Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr." 205-975-2787. Admission charged. Alys Stephens Ctr., 1200 10th Ave. S.—The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Alabama Symphony Orchestra and the Alys Stephens Center unite to present a program of celebration in honor of the work of Martin Luther King Jr. 3 p.m.

Jan 21, 2008 King Day Celebration 2008 (Birmingham) - Jan 21, Birmingham King Day Celebration 2008 866-328-9696, ext. 234. Free admission. Birmingham Civil Rights Institute--BCRI will honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with performances and educational activities throughout the day. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Jan 24, 2008 ASO Symphony 7: The Classical Edge: Classical Soul (Birmingham) - Jan 24, Birmingham ASO Symphony 7: The Classical Edge: Classical Soul 205-251-7727. Admission charged. Alabama Symphyony Ochestra's concert, presented by Protective Life Corporation, begins at 7 p.m. in Jemison Hall at the Alys Stephens Center. After party takes place at B&A Warehouse and is free with concert admission.

Jan 25, 2008 ASO Montevallo Series: Classical Soul (Montevallo) - Jan 25, Montevallo ASO Montevallo Series: Classical Soul 205-251-7727. Admission charged. University of Montevallo, Palmer Hall--7 p.m.

Jan 31, 2008 Opening Gala for the Davidson Saturn V Center (Huntsville) - Jan 31, Huntville Opening Gala for the Davidson Saturn V Center 256-837-3400. Admission charged. U.S. Space & Rocket Ctr.--Celebrate 50 years of space exploration at the grand opening for the Davidson Saturn V Center, home of the Saturn V 500D/F that is the National Historic Landmark housed at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville.

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