December 16
Teen Pop Culture Ornaments Class
Free. 6-7 pm at Madison Public Library, 130 Plaza Boulevard. Join Madison Public Library Youth Services Librarian Mandy as she brings out pop culture icon material to transform into funky, kitschy ornaments. This class is limited to 15 teens, so call to reserve your slot. For more info, call (256) 461-0046.
December 17
Children's Ornament Class
Admission charged. 4-5 pm at Madison Public Library, 130 Plaza Boulevard. join Madsion Public Library Youth Services Librarians Mandy & Maggie to make cool holiday ornaments, just in time for the gift-giving season. Adults are welcome to accompany children in grades kindergarten thru 2nd grade. Space is limited to 25 so call to purchase tickets. Hot chocolate & snacks provided. For more info(256) 461-0046.
December 18-21
The Living Christmas Tree
Free. Thurs.-Fri. 7:30 pm, Sat. 4:30 & 7:30 pm & Sun. 3 & 5 pm. Sun. at 3 will be a shortened program for younger children & their families. First Baptist Church, 600 Governors Drive. The Living Christmas Tree must be experienced. It is a worship service with deep spiritual meaning & we believe it will be a memorable highlight to your Christmas observance. One hundred & fifty singers will bring a thirty-nine foot Christmas tree to life. Discounts: Free tickets are available upon request. Contact the music office of the First Baptist Church. For more info, call (256) 428-9422.
December 18-20
Times Classic Girls Basketball Tournament
Admission charged. Call for times, schedule varies. Bob Jones High School, 650 Hughes Road. the annual Huntsville Times Classic is one of the top high school tournaments in the South. For more info, call (256) 772-2547.
December 18
Festival Of Sacred Christmas Music
Admission charged. 2 & 7 pm at Von Braun Center Concert Hall, 700 Monroe Street.
Reclaim, proclaim & celebrate Christmas the "old fashioned" way; honor the One whose birth we celebrate. Featured this year: Mark Lowry, LordSong, Stan Whitmire, Bob Smith, The Ball Brothers, The Lamb Family Violin Ensemble, Mike Ball & the Madison Mountaintop Band, Nina Li Violin Students & Lauren Guthrie. For more info, call (256) 772-3631.
December 20-21
Gun & Knife Show
Admission charged. Sat. 9 am-5 pm & Sun. 10 am-4 pm at Cahaba Shrine Temple, 6001 Pulaski Pike. Vendors will sell & trade merchandise. For more info, call (256) 859-4470.
December 20
Spellbinders Seasonal Stories
Free. 3-4:30 pm at Huntsville Public Library Main Auditorium, 915 Monroe Street.
The Spellbinders will be telling seasonal stories for big folks, little folks & folks of all ages. Some are original, some are old time favorites. For more info, call (256) 533-7703.
December 20
Rudolph Run
Free. for spectators. 8 am for 5K & 9:15 am for fun run begins at Santa's Village, 109 Gates Avenue. Rudolph flies through downtown Huntsville with this 5K Rudolph Run & 1 mile fun run through downtown, including Twickenham & Old Town Historic Districts. Sponsored by Blount Hospitality House. For more info, call (256) 534-7014.
December 20
Holiday Candy Making
Admission charged. 1-3 pm at Sci-Quest, 102-D Wynn Drive. For grades 7 & 8.
Everyone loves holiday sweets! Uncover the chemistry behind your favorite holiday treats including chocolate, taffy & candy canes. We'll make candy to take home. For more info, call (256) 837-0606.
December 20
Ornamental Science
Admission charged. 1-3 pm at Sci-Quest, 102-D Wynn Drive. For grades 3 & 4.
There is a lot of science behind the pretty stuff on your Christmas tree. Come join us as we discover the secret of glass, plastic & clay ornaments. We'll even give you a scientific explanation as to why tinsel sticks to everything. You'll make an ornament to take home. For more info, call (256) 837-0606.
December 20
Presents Rock
Admission charged. 9-11 am at Sci-Quest, 102-D Wynn Drive. For grades 1 & 2. Explore how rocks & gems are formed & see how rocks change over time. Learn about the earth's layers and make some rock in presents for your friends & family. For more info, call (256) 837-0606.
December 20
1st Annual City of Madison Christmas Luminaries
Free. 6:30-8:30 pm in city wide, Madison, AL. For more info, call (256) 774-3134.
December 20
Glaciers Rock Your Ice
Admission charged. 8-11 pm at Ice Complex, 3185 Leeman Ferry Road.
This is a special concert series that puts great music on ice for fans of both rock & skating. For more info, call (256) 883-3774.
December 23
Santa's Village: Last Night of Season
Admission charged. 5-9 pm at Alabama Constitution Village, 109 Gates Avenue. Today is the last day to visit Santa's Village this year, before St. Nick packs up & prepares for his Christmas Eve journey. For more info, call (256) 564-8100.
December 24
Skate With Santa
Admission charged. 4-6 pm pm at Ice Complex, 3185 Leeman Ferry Road. For more info, call (256) 883-3774.
December 25
Christmas Skate
Admission charged. 4-6 pm pm at Ice Complex, 3185 Leeman Ferry Road. For more info, call (256) 883-3774.
December 26-29
Times Classic Boys Basketball Tournament
Admission charged. Times vary, please call. Huntsville High School, 2304 Billie Watkins Avenue. This competition brings together boys' teams from across North Alabama & South Central Tennessee. For more info, call (256) 428-8050.
December 27
Glaciers Rock Your Ice
Admission charged. 8-11 pm at Ice Complex, 3185 Leeman Ferry Road. This is a special concert series that puts great music on ice for fans of both rock & skating. or more info, call (256) 883-3774.
December 31
New Year's Eve Skate
Admission charged. 8 pm-12:30 am pm at Ice Complex, 3185 Leeman Ferry Road. Glide into the new year on the ice at the Ice Complex with cool music & lively merriment. For more info, call (256) 883-3774.
December 31
News Years Eve At Hays Preserve
Free. 9-Midnight at Highway 431 past Hampton Cove, left at mile marker 324. Bundle up for a nite hike, bonfire & potluck. You will get home in plenty of time to watch the Ball Drop. Bring a blanket & something unusual to eat to share with others (bring a utensil if necessary). For more info, call (256) 427-5116.
