2012 Calendar
The calendar items below are only a subset of what takes place in the Lake Martin area and surrounding communities. For complete schedules of events, please visit their respecitve websites.
Russell Lands On Lake Martin
Children's Harbor
City of Alexander City
City of Dadeville
City of Tallassee
February
February 14
“The Blues Brothers Revue”
brought to you by Alexander City Arts. Just back from Australia, Band and dancers. Only show sanctioned by Belushi Estate. Perfect for Valentines: Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012 @7:30 BRHS Auditorium. For more information on ticket/patrons call: Ron Morgan: 256.234.9806
February 25
The Russell Forest Run 10K and 5K
at Russell Crossroads
The 3rd annual Russell Forest Run benefits the Alexander City Schools Education Foundation. Registration at www.Active.com or www.RussellForestRun.com. Packet pickup Friday Feb 24th from 4pm to 6pm and Saturday from 6am to 7:45am. See website, facebook or call 256.397.1019 for more details.
March
March 8
Alexander City Arts Presents: “Honky Tonk Angels”
A Hit Musical show featuring music of Tammy Wynette; Dolly Parton; and Loretta Lynn. Benjamin Russell High School Auditorium 7:30pm. For more information on ticket/patrons call Ron Morgan: 256.234.9806
March 16 & 17
6th Annual Alexander City Rodeo
benefiting Tallapooosa County’s Relay for Life. Come be a part of the most fun you’ll have this spring! Watch the children chase the pigs; watch the adults vie for the ‘buckle’. Over 4,500 in attendance last year and over 200 participants! At the Sportplex Arena. For schedule information, please call Jennifer at 256.329.6736
March 24
Horseshoe Bend National Military Park,
198th Anniversary of the Battle of Horseshoe Bend. Experience live cannon fire, the lives of Creek and Cherokee Indians, hunting camps and demonstrations of traditional skills of the early 1800’s. Learn the importance of this battle in United States history. This annual one-day event free to the public. 256.234.7111
April
April (date TBA)
Women on Lake Martin Boating Class
Russell Marine River North Marina
April 27-29
Russell Marine In-Water Boat Show
at The Ridge Marina
The Southeast’s largest in-land, in-water boat show from the Ridge Marina on beautiful Lake Martin. Over 100 boats on display, come out and take a demo ride in your next boat. 10am until 5pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. www.RussellMarine.net, on facebook or call 256.212.1479 for more details.
May
May 5
Derby Day At The Stables at Russell Crossroads Ladies bring out your hats and guys dig out your seersucker for Derby Day at the Stables. This annual event is a fund raiser for Children’s Harbor on Lake Martin. Just us for a lot of fun as we cheer on our favorite horses during the “Run For The Roses” and some great Blue Grass Music. For more details www.RussellLandsOnLakeMartin.com, us on Facebook (Russell Crossroads, The Stables At Crossroads) or call 256.212.1749
May 18
Friends of Children's Harbor Live and Silent Auction
334.857.2133, www.childrensharbor.com
Admission charged. Willow Point Golf & Country Club. Tickets are $75 per person, corporate sponsorships available. Silent auction begins at 6:30pm, live auction at 8pm.
May 19
Tour of Homes
334.857.2133, www.childrensharbor.com
Admission charged. The Ridge. Friends of Children's Harbor offer you the opportunity to tour the beautiful homes in The Ridge on Lake Martin, a Russell Lands neighborhood, as four homeowners open their doors to help raise funds for Children's Harbor. $25 advance tickets and $30 day of the tour. 10am to 3pm.
May 26
Art on the Lake
334.857.2133, www.childrensharbor.com
Free. Children's Harbor Mariners' Adventure Camp. More than 50 artists from the Southeast display and sell their art, pottery and jewelry. Silent auction and children's art all day. 10am to 5pm.
May 27
Memorial Day Weekend Concert
256.212.1479
Grab your lawn chairs or blanket and coolers and join Russell Lands On Lake Martin on the lawn at The Amp as the summer concert series kicks off! In the past we have started the season with groups like Kansas, Marshall Tucker, The Atlanta Rhythm Section, Blackberry Smoke, Tonic and others. Keep an eye on facebook (Lake Martin Amphitheater) and www.lmat.org for the entertainment line up, ticket prices, time of show, etc.
June
June 2, 9am
LMRA Annual Meeting
Harbor House at Children's Harbor
June 8 & 9
Jazz Fest
www.alexcityjazzfest.com
Join us for Lake Martin 's biggest musical event of the year! The 22nd Annual Alexander City Jazz Festival is scheduled for June 8th and 9th. The free two-day event will be held at Strand Park downtown Alexander City on Friday night and Lake Martin Amphitheater on Saturday.
June 9th
MainStreet Alexander City Farmer’s Market
(through October 29) Saturday mornings at the fountain on Broad Street, 7:30 am to noon. Local growers, craftsmen and craftswomen present their goods. Call ahead for weather-related changes. 256.329.9227 www.mainstreetac.org
July
July 4, Kowaliga Marina on Lake Martin
Russell Marine Fourth of July Boat Parade
256-857-2111 www.russellmarine.net
Decorate your boat and join the patriot crowd at Kowaliga Marina as boats of all sizes, shapes and decoration will "parade" from Kowaliga Marina to Children's Harbor circling just past the lighthouse, and then will make the return trip to the Kowaliga Marina. Spectators line the shoreline along the parade route to applaud their favorite patriotically decorated boats and contestants. Registered boats will be vying for top honors for the Largest Flag, Tallest Flag, Most Patriotic, and Most Creative.
July 4, The Amp
Fourth Of July Blast
www.lmat.org or 256-397-1019
On the evening of the 4th join us on the lawn at The Amp. Find your spot on the soft grass and soon the earth will shake and the sky over Russell Lands On Lake Martin will be illuminated with a thousand different colors. 2012 will mark 12 years that Russell Lands, Inc. has hosted the Southeast’s Largest Fireworks Show over Lake Martin. The gates to The Amp on the 4th normally open at 5:00. In 2011 the concert featured Martha’s Trouble and Nationwide Coverage and the highlight of the night, the fireworks show begins at 9:00.
July (date TBA)
Lions Lake Martin Charity Poker Run
Registration at The Ridge Marina
Ends with festivities at Sinclair's at Kowaliga
(Details TBA)
August
August 18th:
MainStreet Alexander City Auction
Begins at 6:00 pm at Aliant Bank with art show and Silent Auction. Followed by Live Auction. 256.329.9227 www.mainstreetac.org
August 18th:
Muster on the Tallapoosa, 13th Annual
This event, the first in a series of Creek War bicentennial programs sponsored by Horseshoe Bend NMP, will focus on the year 1811. Guest speakers discuss the events of 1811 that had a major impact on the Creek War. Topics will cover regional, national and international events. Horseshoe Bend National Military Park, ove_jensen@nps.gov, 256.234.7111 www.nps.gov/hobe
September
September 2, The Amp
Labor Day Concert
The summer concert series at The Amp comes to a dramatic close as concert goers of all ages gather at The Amp for the final event of the year. The Amp has hosted quality entertainers like Sister Hazel, Trotline, The Hogg Mountain Lugg Nuts, Shooter Jennings, Corey Smith and others for the unofficial end to the summer. This year will be no exception. Keep an eye on Lake Martin Amphitheater on Facebook, www.lmat.org or call 256.397.1019.
October
October 5 & 6
Lake Martin Renew Our Rivers
This is an annual event jointly sponsored by LMRA and Alabama Power to remove trash and debris from Lake Martin. Volunteers are needed. Areas of the lake to be cleaned will be determined at a later date. For more information contact John Thompson at john.thompson@hcsinc.net
October 13
32nd Annual Oktoberfest
Day-long celebration features local arts & crafts, dining, entertainment, Kid-Fest children’s activities and more. Antique Car show final exhibit of the year. Enjoy the era of classic cars and classic music. Charles E. Bailey Sportsplex. 256.329.6736 www.alexandercityonline.com
October 27
Fall Family Festival at Russell Crossroads
The kids and grandkids will have a great time at the 3rd annual Fall Family Festival at Russell Crossroads. Dress the kids in their favorite costume or let them come as they are and join us for face painting, pumpkin decorating, wagon rides, see a real grist mill in action and more. For more information see the calendar of events section of www.RussellLandsOnLakeMartin.com or by calling 256-212-1479.
November
November
Do-si-do at The Stables At Russell Crossroads
The date for this event has not been set yet, but it will be soon on the interactive calendar at www.RussellLandsOnLakeMartin.com. In previous years we all dressed in western wear and gathered at The Stables At Russell Crossroads for a Wild West Show, Pony Rides for the kids, Mule Patty Bingo, refreshments, just a lot of fun for all.
