01/20/06 U.S. Space & Rocket Center Photo Gallery
The U.S. Space & Rocket Center, formerly the Alabama Space & Rocket Center, opened in March of 1970. It was the brainchild of Dr. Wernher von Braun who, back in the 1960's, approached local leaders with the idea of creating a museum for what were to become the artifacts of the space program.
01/18/06 25 Ways to Say "I Love You"
Whether you're wanting to pop the ultimate question, have just found a new love or just looking for a creative way to express your love to your mate, here's 25 ways that might help you or at least get your imagination going. Romance doesn't always mean expensive. Here's ideas in a wide variety of price ranges.
01/16/06 Alabama Music Hall of Fame
The Alabama Music Hall of Fame, located in Tuscumbia, opened July 26, 1990. The 12,500 square foot exhibit hall is filled with information, memorabilia and recordings from musicians from Alabama. The musicians are not limited to any single style of music--you'll find classical, gospel, country and rock 'n roll. Check out my photos.
01/14/06 2006 Cutest Baby Contest
Do you think your child or grandchild is the cutest baby you've ever seen? Then enter our "2006 Cutest Baby in Huntsville" contest. Children entered must have been born in 2004 or 2005 and the photo must have been taken within the last 3 months. Parents or Grandparents must live in or work in Madison county. Deadline is February 14, 2006.
01/12/06 Play Review: "The Trial of Frank James
Playwright Jeff Robertson brings Theatre Huntsville's first-ever original production to the VBC Playhouse stage, "The Trial of Frank James." This play is a depiction of Huntsville's O.J. Simpson-style "Trial of the Century."
01/09/06 Book Review: "Dr. Space: The Life of Wernher von Braun"
I grew up in Huntsville during the 60's when the space program was at it's height. As a teenager, I wasn't very interested in what was going on outside my own little world. I really enjoyed really the complete story of Werhner von Braun so I could relive some of the historic events, learn new things about Von Braun and find out how it all ended for him.
01/08/06 Attraction of the Week: Sci-Quest
If you think that Sci-Quest is just for the kids, think again. Every time I've been there, the adults are busy trying all the fun experiments and demostrations. Sci-Quest makes learning about gravity, the human body, magnets, bubbles, etc. fun, fun, fun! Here's some photos I've taken off and on during my visits.
01/06/06 Huntsville Radio Contests
If you're like me, you need some "noise" on while working or driving. Here's a look at Huntsville's variety of radio stations and some of the contests and promotions that they run on a regular basis
01/02/06 Health & Fitness Centers
Most people make a New Year's Resolution to "lose weight and get in shape." It's nothing to be proud of: Trust for America's Health reports that data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that Alabama had the largest increase in obesity in 2002-2004. That's one reason why we all need to get up off the couch and start a serious exercise program. Here is a sampling of some of the various services offered at fitness centers in the Huntsville area.
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