Jackson County Tourism 2005 Annual Events

 First Monday Weekend Trade Days - See 2005 dates below. Est. Attendance: 8,500; Jackson County Courthouse Square, Scottsboro, AL. One of the Deep South' s oldest and largest trade days where bartering, haggling, and swapping of goods has not passed on with time. It is a true blend of antique shows, craft fairs, and rummage sales. Believed to have begun in the mid-1850's, where merchants plied their wares around the Court House in downtown Scottsboro. Weekends only except July and September. Admission: Free. For info or reserving booth space: Debbie Woods, First Monday Coordinator, Scottsboro City Hall, 916 S. Broad Street, Scottsboro, AL 35768. Phone: (256) 574-3100 ext. 237. E-mail: dlswoods@yahoo.com

January - Jan. 1^st & 2^nd                               May - Apr. 30 & May 1^st                               September - Sep. 3^rd, 4^th, & 5^th

February - Feb. 5^th & 6^th                               June - Jun. 4^th & 5^th                               October - Oct. 1^st & 2^nd

March - Mar 5^th & 6^th                                July - Jul. 2^nd, 3^rd, & 4^th                                November - Nov. 5^th & 6^th

April - Apr. 2^nd & 3^rd                                August - Aug. 6^th & 7^th                                December - Dec. 3^rd & 4^th

 Dance COLEctive Winter Residency - January 17^th thru February 6^th on Gorham' s Bluff in Pisgah. Gorham's Bluff Institute and Margie Cole presents creative, contra, and classical dance. - For more information, call 256-451 -ARTS (2787). Also see www.gorhamsbluff.com.

 Spring Fling-Junior College Golf Tournament - March 17,18, and 19 at Goose Pond Colony, Scottsboro. See the best young golfers from around the nation compete for recognition as the team to beat in May when most of them come back to Goose Pond to play for the National Championship. Info: The Chamber at 256-259-5500 or Goose Pond at 256-259-2884.

 11^th Siege of Bridgeport Re-enactment - Celebrated March 18^th, 19^th, & 20^th. The undisputed largest re-enactment in Alabama. Bridgeport brings history alive when over 2,000 re-enactors thrill thousands of curious visitors and history buffs with their authentic re-creation of this fateful battle of the Civil War. Also included are period music, authentic encampment and vendors of historical objects and clothing. For Info: Glenn Hill 256-495-3614 or Jackson Co. Tourism 256-259-5500.

 Southeast Sharkfest - April 15^th, 16^th, & 17^th at Goose Pond Colony in Scottsboro. The largest gathering of BMW's and BMW enthusiasts in the South. Includes car show, tech sessions, and multiple autocrosses. For info: contact Nat Arnold at 1-205-337-0129. Also see www.bmwsharkfest.org.

 Storytelling Festival - May 1^st - 7^th on Gorham's Bluff in Pisgah. Gorham's Bluff Institute presents America's best storytellers. This year features Diane Ferlatte and Donald Davis. Events include: A Youth Teller Celebration, Stories 'Round the Table Benefit Dinner & Performance, a day of Teller Sessions and Workshops, and The Tale End Concert. - Admission charged. For more information, call 256-451-ARTS (2787). Also see www.gorhamsbluff.com.

 Annual Catfish Festival - Held May 21^st at County Park in Scottsboro. A great hometown festival will include a catfish tournament for the adults, catfish rodeo for kids, arts & crafts show, Car Show, Free Concerts. Admission. For Info: Rob Carlisle 256-574-1330 or Debbie Woods 256-574-3100, ext. 237.

 National Junior College Golf Championship - May 26, 27, & 28 at Goose Pond Colony in Scottsboro, AL. Come see the newest and best of the up-and-coming golfers from around the nation compete for their college and individual honors. This is Goose Pond's first opportunity to host this tournament. Admission charged. Info: The Chamber at 256-259-5500 or Goose Pond at 256-259-2884.

 34^th Annual Gerhart Chamber Music Festival - June 1^st thru June 11^th on Gorham's Bluff in Pisgah. Gorham's Bluff Institute presents a superlative weekend of classical music. A celebrated group of performers presents several concerts include a Homecoming Concert, Hoover Library Concert, Concert Under the Stars, and Children's Concert. Admission charged. For more information, call 256-451-ARTS (2787). Also see www.gorhamsbluff.com.

Stevenson Depot Days - June 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, & 11^th. Downtown Stevenson, Alabama - Est. attendance: 35,000. An old-fashioned festival that celebrates its railway heritage with parades, ice creme social, pioneer breakfast, a street dance, story telling, clogging, museum tours, and other period entertainment. The festival also features the Pro Lawnmower Racing, Alabama Bug Jam, Free concerts and much, much more. For Info: Loretta Barbee 256-437-3012 or Jackson County Tourism 256-259-5500

Town of Woodville Festival - June 25^th at Woodville Town Park. Come celebrate Woodville's Heritagt with music, Bar-B-Que, museum tours, and a car, truck and motorcycle show. For Info: Brenda Austin, City Clerk 256-776-2860 or Jackson County Tourism 256-259-5500

Alabama Ballet Summer Residency - July 17^th thru July 23^rd on Gorham's Bluff in Pisgah, AL. Gorham's Bluff is proud to be the second home to the Alabama Ballet. Breathtaking performances and fantastic dinners are planned that will include the Heart of the Lake District as the natural stage. Admission charged. For more information, call 256-451-ARTS (2787). Also see www.gorhamsbluff.com.

2^nd Annual Summer Latino Festival - July 30^th - On the lawn at North Alabama Community College from 11 a.m. till 3 p.m., Powell, AL - Featuring Live Entertainment, Arts & Crafts, many children's activities, delicious Latino food, free soft drinks & ice creme, pinatas, and much, much more. Free admission. For more info in English or Spanish: (256) 996-9825, (256) 638-2957, or (256) 228-0021.

18^th Annual Sand Mountain Gospel Music Festival - August 6^th at 6:30 p.m. - Tom Bevill Lyceum, Powell, AL (On the campus of Northeast Alabama Community College) - Featuring the best gospel music groups in the South. Admission $ charged. For Info: 256-228-6001

Annual Summer's End Cfeft Show - August 13^th from 9 a.m. till 5 p.m. at Scottsboro High School on Hwy. 72, Scottsboro, AL. Crafters from Northeast Alabama display a wide variety of arts and crafts. Food available. Donations accepted. For info: Angel Perez, Scottsboro Band Boosters, Phone: (256) 259-5619, E-mail: iatperez@charter.net

Scottsboro's First Monday Arts Sunday - Sunday, September 4^th - King-Caldwell Park, Scottsboro, AL. Over 150 artisans and craftsmen from all over the southeast and southwest participate in a juried show and offer their artworks and crafts for sale. Children's activities and musical entertainment available. A variety of food and beverages will be offered. Admission Charged $. For info: Helen Kern, Scottsboro's Three Arts Council, Scottsboro, AL 35768. Phone: (256) 574-4784.

31^st Annual Section Labor Day Festival - Monday, September 5^th - 10 a.m. till 10 p.m., Section Community Park (one block off of Hwy. 35), Section, AL, Musical entertainment all day featuring Gospel, Blue Grass, Country, and good ol' Rock & Roll. Free Children's games and rides. Lots of food includes Homemade Ice Creme and Bar-B-Que. Also, volleyball, horseshoes, dominoes, and a "Back Sea Drivers Contest". Just wholesome family fun! For info: Mickey Bell 256-228-3414 or 256-574-1330.

5^th Annual Frantic Frog Triathlon - Saturday, September 10^th - Beginning at 8:00 a.m., Goose Pond Colony off AL State Highway 79, Scottsboro. Several competing categories include: individual, team, Clydesdale, Athena, and Master. Entry fee to participate - Admission free to supporters and spectators. Major courses include a 400m Swim, 24K Bike, and 5K Run. For info: Gregg Killough, Scottsboro Tri-Sport 256-574-3127. E-mail: gkillough@scottsboro.org.

Jackson County Fair - September 19^th thru 24^th - Veterans Park Fairgrounds, 220 Cecil Street, Scottsboro - Musical Entertainment and Family Fun nightly, gates open at 5:30 p.m., 7 years & older admission charged, full carnival rides, contests and exhibits featured for agriculture, crafts, food, photography, animals, 4-H clubs, and much much more. For info: Bernie Arnold 256-574-4343

4^th Annual Ole Timey Craft & Bluegrass Festival - September 17^th - 9 a.m. till 6 p.m., Paint Rock Valley Lodge & Retreat, County Road 9, Estillfork, AL, Bluegrass & country music all day. Country & Cajun