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February 2012 - Huntsville Events Calendar

Events & Activities in Huntsville

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1. Now Thru May 2012: Von Braun Exhibit--His American Journey

Admission charged. 9 am-5 pm at US Space & Rocket Center, One Tranquility Base Huntsville. This exhibit commemorates the 100th birthday of Wernher von Barun. It includes the majority of his papers, books, drawings, journals & memorabilia donated by his family. Many of these items have never been on public display. For more info, call : (800) 637-7223.

2. January 6–February 12, 2012: Eagle Awareness Weekends (Guntersville)

Hear the call of the wild. 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. All activities take place at the park on Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Guntersville.

3. January 14-February 29, 2012: Dog Days In The Garden

Admission charged.9 AM-5 PM at Huntsville Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue Huntsville. Attention all Pooch Parents. Most of the Garden will be a "Leash Zone" but for those bouncy bounders there will be a leash-free zone at the back of the Garden by the columns. Of course, owners are asked to bring bags to clean up after their pets. For more information, call (256) 830-4447.

4. February 1-April 15, 2012: Exhibit--Tallulah!

Admission charged. Tues.-Sat. 10 AM-4 PM & Sun. Noon-4 PM at Burritt on the Mountain Mansion. Although Tallulah Bankhead never had a major role in a movie, she certainly left her mark on the stage & in Hollywood. View photos & film clips from her shows & performances. For more info, call (256) 536-2882.

5. February 2, 2012: Miranda Lambert Concert

Admission charged. 7:30 pm at VBC Arena, 700 Monroe Street Huntsville. With Chris Young & Jerrod Niemann as part of her "On Fire" tour. For more info, call: (256) 533-1935.

6. February 3, 2012: Songwriters' Showcase

Admission charged. 6:30 pm at VBC Playhouse, 700 Monroe Street Huntsville. For more info, call (256) 533-1953.

7. February 3, 2012: The Stradivari Quartet

Admission charged. 7:30 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church, 607 Airport Road Huntsville For more information, call 256-489-7415.

8. February 3-4, 2012--Huntsville Havoc vs. Pensacola

Admission charged. 7:30 pm at Von Braun Center Arena, 700 Monroe Street. For more information, call (256) 518-6160.

9. February 4, 2012--Bow Wow Bone-anza

The Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue holds dog events 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. This canine carnival will feature agility demonstrations, pet product vendors, photographer, puppy treats, a dog & master look-alike contest & much more. For more info, call (256) 830-4447.

10. February 4, 2012: Planetarium Show: African American Astronomers

Admission charged. 7:30 pm at Von Braun in Monte Sano State Park, Planetarium, beside the Country Grocery Store & Camp Ground Huntsville. Gena Crook has prepared a program on African American astronomers who have made big contributions to the science of astronomy. This program includes some history & some current science, something for everyone. For more info, call (256) 539-0316.

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