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Huntsville Insider Info

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:50:03 +0000

Things I learned this week in Huntsville:

The day after Thanksgiving, men may be thinking about football, but most women are thinking about shopping. Black Friday is considered to be the biggest shopping day of the year. Check out this website for ads and coupons.
Here's the 2009 Black Friday Weekend Offers at Bridge Street Town Centre.
Happy Thanksgiving! In keeping with the season, here are some free crosswords, trivia games, word search puzzles, memory games, jigsaw puzzles, children's puzzles and more with a Thanksgiving Day theme from About's Puzzles' guide. Read more...
Huntsville Insider Info originally appeared on About.com Huntsville, AL on Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 at 10:50:03.
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Who Will Win the Iron Bowl?

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:52:41 +0000

Alabama has had a perfect season...but will Auburn be their downfall? Certainly, the Auburn Tigers are motivated to give it their best shot. In Alabama, the two competing state football teams have always held a rivalry...sometimes dividing families. In fact, when a baby is born into a family, he is raised up rooting for one team or the other. When an "outsider" moves to Alabama, they may not realize the fierce competition, but they soon realize they have to pick sides. I was raised an Alabama fan, even though I know next to nothing about football. Who will you be cheering on the day after Thanksgiving when the Iron Bowl takes place?

Who Will Win the Iron Bowl? originally appeared on About.com Huntsville, AL on Monday, November 23rd, 2009 at 10:52:41.

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Huntsville Insider Info

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:47:55 +0000

Here's some things I learned in Huntsville this week:

The City of Madison in conjunction with the local National Guard and Army Reserve is asking for your support to make this holiday season a happy one for soldiers and their families. Gifts and other expressions of gratitude will be collected at Madison City Hall on 100 Hughes Road from now until December 9th.
HandsOn Greater Huntsville wants you and your family to join us for Family Volunteer Day on Saturday, November 21, 2009. This special day provides local families with an opportunity to spend quality time together, teach important life skills to children, give back to the community, and motivate families to make volunteering a year-round habit. To sign up or for more info, call (256) 539-7797.
The December issue of Southern Living magazine has a special 8-page feature article on the historic town of Mooresville Read more...
Huntsville Insider Info originally appeared on About.com Huntsville, AL on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 22:47:55.
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Giant "Plea" Market Open Nov. 20-21

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:19:04 +0000

Here's a chance to help the animal community and get some great Christmas shopping in at the same time. Join a coalition of thirteen humane groups from Madison county and southern Tennessee at the "Plea Market, a GIANT FLEA MARKET. Proceeds will help open the doors to a low cost, spay/neuter clinic that will serve all of north Alabama and southern Tennessee. The animal organizations are "Pleading with You" to help raise the remaining funds needed while having a good time! Browse through hundreds of household items, furniture, designer clothing, jewelry and more at the Jaycees Building, at John Hunt Park, off Johnson road. For a $10 donation, attend a Preview Party and Silent Auction on Friday, November 20th from 5 pm tp 8 pm. OR attend for free on Saturday, November 21st from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Find some bargains, have fun shopping, and help the animals!

Giant "Plea" Market Open Nov. 20-21 originally appeared on About.com Huntsville, AL on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 21:19:04.

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Huntsville Events This Week

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:21:53 +0000

Just one week until Thanksgiving, but the Christmas activities are already starting. For a full list, see my Huntsville Holiday Events list. This week enjoy Harrison Brothers Hardware Christmas Open House, Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder concert in Decatur, Theater Huntsville Presents: "Christmas Belles," ridge Street Town Centre Christmas Tree Lighting, Broadway Theatre League Presents: "Mama Mia," Delta Zeta Marketplace, Galaxy Of Lights Walk Thru Nights, races at Huntsville Dragway, Josie's On The Mountain Holiday Open House, Blevins Gap Nature Preserve "Loop Hike," Wild Wild Weather Day, Huntsville Museum of Art Exhibit: Paintings From The Reign Of Victoria: The Royal Holloway Collection, Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk For Arthritis, UAH Men's Chorale & Women's Choir, Galaxy Of Lights Walk The Dog Nights, Tuesday's At 2, CMT On Tour 2009 Presents: Jamey Johnson & Randy Houser, Burritt's Holiday Mansion Exhibit: Deck The Halls, Thanksgiving Day Hike, Halogen Benefit Concert, Delta Zeta Marketplace Chic Art and Craft Show, St Jude Give Thanks Walk-A-Thon, plus much more. Details on the Events Calendar.

Huntsville Events This Week originally appeared on About.com Huntsville, AL on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 19:21:53.

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Thanksgiving Dinner Out

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:27:23 +0000

Thanksgiving is all about the food...and if you'd rather not cook, then you might want to go out on Thanksgiving Day...but not every restaurant in town is open. Here's a list of eating establishments you might want to visit for the big day.

Thanksgiving Dinner Out originally appeared on About.com Huntsville, AL on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 13:27:23.

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Huntsville News & Gossip for November 2009

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:33:26 +0000

Want to know what's going on across the street and around the neighborhoods in Huntsville? "Heard Around Town" is written by Editors Tom & Cathey Carney and reprinted from Old Huntsville Magazine. Here is the November 2009 column with all the gossip around town. Maybe you made it into the column this month or one of your friends. Just a click on the link will reveal all. If YOU have any gossip or news to add, just use the comments button below to add your own congratulations, best wishes, happy birthday or anniversary, or condolences to someone in Huntsville!

Huntsville News & Gossip for November 2009 originally appeared on About.com Huntsville, AL on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 12:33:26.

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Huntsville Restaurant Scores

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:29:46 +0000

In the latest Huntsville/Madison County Health Dept. report, two of the 51 eating places inspected failed to make a passing grade of 85. One restaurant had a perfect score of 100. Some of the eating establishments receiving a visit included Waffle House, Captain D's, Sportspage Lounge & Deli, Oh! Bryan's Family Steak House, Cuppy's of Madison, plus many more. Read the full report.

Huntsville Restaurant Scores originally appeared on About.com Huntsville, AL on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at 19:29:46.

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Andy & Krillin Need a Second Chance...

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:55:10 +0000

Andy is this week's "Dog of the Week" for Huntsville Animal Services. Andy is a sweet 3 1/2 month old Black Lab puppy. He's really sweet and is busy learning everything--potty training, leash training and obedience. He can already sit and stay...imagine what he'll be able to do with all your love and attention! Stop by the shelter on Triana Blvd. to meet this great guy soon.
Krillin is this week's "Cat of the Week" for Huntsville Animal Services. Krillin is a beautiful 2 year old orange tabby cat with cute white "booties" on his feet. He was returned to the shelter because he didn't get along with the other cat in the house. Won't you give this gorgeous guy a second chance for a loving home? He's up-to-date on shots and test and just waiting for you at the shelter on Triana Blvd.

Andy & Krillin Need a Second Chance... originally appeared on About.com Huntsville, AL on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at 17:55:10.

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Holiday Events in Huntsville

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:40:53 +0000

Are you already in the Holiday spirit? The retail stores and TV commercials certainly want you to be. Here's a list of the holiday events planned for Huntsville this Christmas season. Now you can start marking your calendar and planning your strategy to get the most out of the holiday season...even if money is a little tight this year.

Holiday Events in Huntsville originally appeared on About.com Huntsville, AL on Monday, November 16th, 2009 at 15:40:53.

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