News & Updates
September serenade: Annual Jazz in the Park-Huntsville lineup announced
May 31, 2024
Top jazz artists from around the country will perform in Huntsville this September as part of the 2024 Jazz in the Park-Huntsville concert series. Performances will be held every Sunday in September at Big Spring Park East, though this year’s series will feature back-to-back performances on Sunday, Sept. 1, and Monday, Sept. 2, which is also Labor Day. The festival is free to attend. “Jazz in the Park is crucial for fostering a [more]
Read MoreGreen Team Volunteer Spotlight – Helion Lodge
May 30, 2024
Helion Lodge, the oldest Masonic lodge in north Alabama, describes itself on its website as “a beacon of light, illuminating the path of self-improvement, moral growth and benevolence.” With such a DNA, it only makes sense that the lodge would be longtime volunteers with Green Team’s Adopt-a-Spot program. While the organization supports such community efforts as the annual Mayor’s Tree Planting Day, the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s Suicide Prevention Fundraising [more]
Read MorePlan a hike – June 1 is National Trails Day
May 29, 2024
Whether you are a frequent hiker or a first-timer, National Trails Day is a great time to enjoy nature and explore Huntsville’s amazing trails at Hays Nature Preserve, Goldsmith Schiffman Wildlife Sanctuary and Land Trust of North Alabama. Held the first Saturday each June, National Trails Day is designed to encourage people to discover trails, become active on trail issues and share an excitement for the outdoors. Green Team Manager (and [more]
Read MoreCouncil Member Devyn Keith allocates funds for girls mentoring program
May 29, 2024
District 1 Council Member Devyn Keith Council Member Devyn Keith used a portion of his District 1 Council Improvement Funds to support a mentoring program for girls in grades 4-12. Keith allocated $5,000 to the Greater Huntsville Area Chapter of National Coalition of 100 Black Women to help fund its Because I Am A Girl Mentoring Program. The program’s purpose aims to empower young women by ensuring they are set up for success [more]
Read MoreFuture looks bright for Green Team’s Green Ambassador program
May 29, 2024
The celebration culminating the successful first year of Green Team’s Green Ambassador program acknowledged more than just past achievements. It looked to the future, too. As Green Team introduced a curriculum in Huntsville schools designed to raise awareness about taking care of the world we live in, that introduction eyes continued growth of the program. Lily Neal, left, and Alexa Park display their Green Leader awards received at the Green Ambassador Awards [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Music Office announces return of Make Music Day on June 21
May 28, 2024
Whether you’re an operatic tenor or play a mean didgeridoo, the Huntsville Music Office invites you to participate in Make Music Day Huntsville on Friday, June 21. The annual celebration is open to everyone, regardless of skill level. This event, part of a global initiative in over 1,000 cities, is hosted by the Huntsville Music Office and the Huntsville Hospital Music Therapy Program. “This event embodies our vision of becoming a music [more]
Read MoreCity awards construction contract for west Huntsville recreation center
May 23, 2024
A new recreation center planned for west Huntsville moved forward as the City awarded the construction contract to Chorba Contracting Corporation. Chorba submitted a bid of $7,497,058 for the construction of the one-story, 27,350-square-foot facility located on Martin Road just west of Zierdt Road. The recreation center is similar in design to the Mark Russell Recreation Center on Taylor Road. It will feature a gymnasium with two basketball courts, two volleyball courts [more]
Read MoreHuntsville officials invite Hispanic and Latino communities to town hall event
May 23, 2024
Hispanic and Latino residents are invited to engage with leaders from the City of Huntsville and Huntsville City Schools as part of an upcoming town hall event. The event, hosted by the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (ODEI) and District 4 Council Member Bill Kling, is Sunday, June 2, from 5-6:30 p.m. at McDonnell Elementary School cafeteria, 4010 Binderton Place SW, Huntsville. Several representatives from the City of Huntsville and Huntsville [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Memorial Day
May 22, 2024
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 28. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of May 27-31. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: All facilities are closed except splash pads, which will be open from [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation celebrates fatherhood with Day for Dads + Car Show
May 22, 2024
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and Huntsville Parks & Recreation wants to help families celebrate dear ol’ dad. Day for Dads + Car Show is Saturday, June 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at S.R. Butler Green at Campus No. 805. This free event offers a fun-filled day for dads to unwind and enjoy quality time with their families, just ahead of Father’s Day on Sunday, June 16. “This [more]
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