Lake Martin 2010
Calendar of EventsEntertainment your whole family will enjoy...
June 2010
June 25, 2010 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
June 26, 2010 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LMRA Boating Class (3 hours)
The Lake Martin Resource Association (LMRA), in conjunction with the Montgomery Power Squadron of Alabama Marine Police and Russell Marine, will offer a boating class. The course will be the Marine Police "Boat Alabama" Course, a six-hour course teaching the minimum boating skills to obtain the "V" on a driver's license or an equivalent certification in other states.
Contact: Karen Posey at 256-212-1422 or Peggy Rainwater at 334-857-2111.
Location: Kowaliga Marina
Phone: 256-212-1422
Lake Martin (AL)
June 25 - 26, 2010 Time: 7:30 PM
The Lake Martin Area Rodeo For A Cure
Riders and ropers from Bo Campbell Rodeo Productions will perform in eight events: bareback bronc riding, tie-down calf roping, cowgirls breakaway roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, cowgirls barrel racing, team roping and bull riding. The event will also feature specialty acts, children's events and concessions. Tickets cost $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 4-12 and free for 3 and under. Proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and the Tallapoosa County Relay for Life.
Location: Charles E. Bailey Sportplex Arena in Alexander City
Contact: Jennifer Baker
Phone: 256-329-6736
Lake Martin (AL)
June 26, 2010 Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Introduction to Sailing
The Dixie Sailing Club hosts its annual "Introduction to Sailing" on Lake Martin. This event is open to the public and attendance is limited to the first 60 that call or email. The activities include "chalk talk" on sailing basics, learn the parts of a sailboat, capsize and recovery demo, go for a sail on a member's boat, learn to sail a Sunfish, and a tour the club facilities. Lunch will be provided. Call the event coordinator or email to reserve your slot.
Location: Dixie Sailing Club
Contact: Marty French
Phone: (334) 391-1731
Lake Martin (AL)
June 26, 2010 -- Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Horseshoe Bend NMP: Tennessee Militia Drill
Horseshoe Bend National Military Park volunteers dressed as 1814 Tennessee Milita provide cannon or musket firing demonstrations. Free admission.
Location: Horseshoe Bend National Military Park
Contact: Ove Jenson
Phone: 256-234-7111
Lake Martin (AL)
July 2010
July 3, 2010 Time: 10:00 AM
Eclectic Parade & Salute to our Heroes
Join Eclectic residents in an old-time, hometown salute to the armed forces, the folks back home who support and miss them and the town's deep commitment to American patriotism. The parade begins at 10 a.m. and an hour-long musical tribute and program will follow at the Elmore County High School football stadium around 11 a.m. Red Thunder, a team of vintage aircraft, will perform a demonstration flight midway through the ceremony. Various marching and motorized units with a military, patriotic or civic theme will participate in the parade, as well as Miss Indian Alabama and the Buffalo Soldiers 9th and 10th Calvary Association.
Location: Downtown Eclectic
Phone: 334-312-4746
Lake Martin (AL)
July 4, 2010 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Russell Marine's 20th Annual Fourth of July Boat Parade
Boats decorated with flags with an Independence Day theme parade from Kowaliga Marina to Children's Harbor. Judging takes place and awards are given for the most decorated boats in different categories. Register at any Russell Marine location to participate in a colorful, patriotic parade with your personal watercraft or boat. Join in on the fun and get family and friends to help decorate your water vessel with an Independence Day theme. Prizes awarded in several categories.
Location: Kowaliga Marina to Children's Harbor
Phone: 256-212-1479
Lake Martin (AL)
July 4, 2010 Time: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
4th of July Blast - Concert and Fireworks
Head to the Lake Martin Amphitheater the night of July 4 for one of the Southeast's biggest fireworks displays. Musical entertainment includes Rock Solid, Nationwide Coverage, which will take the stage before and after the fireworks, and Homeland. Fireworks start at 9:00 PM. Food and non-alcoholic concessions available for purchase on-site. Admission is $15 and children 6 and under are admitted free. Tickets are available through The Adventure Center at Russell Crossroads, Ticketmaster and at the gate.
Location: Lake Martin Amphitheater
Lake Martin (AL)
July 17, 2010 Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Lion's Lake Martin Charity Poker Run 2010
Join teams from across the area as they boat to different marinas in search of the best and worst hands of poker. Cash prizes will be given in several categories including best-dressed crew. The final stop is Sinclair's Restaurant.
Location: Ridge Marina to Sinclair's at Kowaliga
Contact: Terri Blackmon
Phone: 256-212-1479
Lake Martin (AL)
July 23, 2010 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Wags & Whiskers
The Humane Society of Elmore County invites you to join us for our silent auction fundraiser. Admission includes food/fun/drinks/ticket for nice door prizes & more! A great night of fun & fellowship to help the homeless animals in Elmore County. Only $15.00 person / $25.00 couple. Auction items can be viewed at website} www.elmorehumane.com
Contact Charlie Pope # 334-514-7088 or Rea Cord # 334-567-3377
Location: Wetumpka Civic Center - Downtowm Wetumpka
Lake Martin (AL)
July 24, 2010 Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Horseshoe Bend NMP: Tennessee Militia Drill
Horseshoe Bend National Military Park volunteers dressed as 1814 Tennessee Milita provide cannon or musket firing demonstrations. Free admission.
Location: Horseshoe Bend National Military Park
Contact: Ove Jenson
Phone: 256-234-7111
Lake Martin (AL)
July 24, 2010 Time: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Aquapalooza at Lake Martin, AL
Headlining John Anderson at 5:00 PM
Location: Kowaliga Beach
Lake Martin (AL)
July 31, 2010 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
LMRA Boating Class
Lake Martin Resource Association (LMRA), in conjunction with the Montgomery Power Squadron of Alabama Marine Police and Russell Marine, will offer a boating class. The class will be the United States Power Squadron's "Squadron Boating Course," an eight-hour course teaching the basics, as well as the use of marine radios, basic navigation, chart reading, course plotting, piloting and seamanship skills. The cost of the course material is $20. The exam is closed book and the Power Squadron will award successful applicants a certificate, which can be used for obtaining the "V" on a driver's license or equivalent state certificate.
Location: Ridge Marina - Lake Martin
Contact: Karen Posey
Phone: 256-212-1422
August 2010
August 7, 2010 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
LMRA Boating Class
Lake Martin Resource Association (LMRA), in conjunction with the Montgomery Power Squadron of Alabama Marine Police and Russell Marine, will offer a boating class. The class will be the United States Power Squadron's "Squadron Boating Course," an eight-hour course teaching the basics, as well as the use of marine radios, basic navigation, chart reading, course plotting, piloting and seamanship skills. The cost of the course material is $20. The exam is closed book and the Power Squadron will award successful applicants a certificate, which can be used for obtaining the "V" on a driver's license or equivalent state certificate.
Location: Ridge Marina - Lake Martin
Contact: Karen Posey
Phone: 256-212-1422
Lake Martin (AL)
August 21, 2010 Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Horseshoe Bend NMP: Muster on the Tallapoosa
The event will feature activities about the history of Alabama in the 19th century.
Location: Horseshoe Bend National Military Park
Contact: Ove Jenson
Phone: 256-234-7111
Lake Martin (AL)
SEPTEMBER 2010
September 5, 2010
Final Summer Concert
Location: Lake Martin Amphitheater
Lake Martin (AL)
September 25 - 26, 2010
Tournament - Bassmasters Weekend Series Alabama S
Location: Lake Martin
Phone: 888-203-6222
Lake Martin (AL)
September 26, 2010 Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Bark in the Park -Wetumpka
Join the Humane Society of Elmore County with the animals, staff , volunteers , supporters for a day filled with fun - food- pet contests with awards - children's games with lots of prizes- vendors- and more! Adoptable dogs will be available! Micro chip can be purchased. Pony rides. Vendors invited! (vendor application can be found on website } www.elmorehumane.com)
Contact: Rea Cord
Phone: 334-567-3377
Location: Fort Toulouse - Wetumpka
October 2010
October 2 - 6, 2010
Sarah Carlisle Towery Art Colony
Two nationally recognized artists headline a week-long workshop for adult artists on the beautiful Children's Harbor campus on the shores of Lake Martin. Participants will be able to showcase their talents and learn new techniques from instructors. An art show will be held at the end of the week. This year's instructors are Qiang Huang, a painter, and Holly Roberts, who creates painted photographs. An independent study class, overseen by artist Hugh Williams, is also available. Registration deadline is September 15th.
Location: Children's Harbor at Lake Martin
Lake Martin (AL)
October 30 - 31, 2010
Dixie Sailing Club Scotalina Tu Tu
The Dixie Sailing Club hosts its annual Scotalina Tu Tu on Lake Martin the last weekend in October each year. This event is open to members and non-members of the Dixie Sailing Club. The fall regatta attracts sailors from across the Southeast.
Location: Dixie Sailing Club
Lake Martin (AL)
October 30, 2010 Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Alexander City: An Art Affair
Join MainStreet Alexander City for an art walk through historic downtown. Stroll the streets and shops and browse art from local and regional artists. Interested artists are encouraged to apply.
Location: MainStreet Alexander City
Contact: MainStreet Alexander City
Phone: 256-329-9227
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