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SUMMARY:“Echoes of the Forks of Cypress”
DESCRIPTION:Frederick Murphy is the founder of History Before Us\, a project that aims to capture\, preserve & advocate for influential history. His film “Echoes of the Forks of Cypress” follows his own research to trace his ancestry back to the Forks of Cypress\, in Florence\, and the journey of both Black and white descendants as they reckon with their shared past to consider a healing path forward.⁠⁠As part of the 2026 Symposium that MSNHA helps sponsor\, Project Threadways will partner with Florence Arts and Museums to stage a screening of “Echoes of the Forks of Cypress.” After the film\, Florence Arts & Museums Director Brian Murphy will lead a panel conversation with Frederick Murphy and three other descendants of the Forks of Cypress: Curtis Flowers\, Tamisha Sales and Karen Curry. ⁠⁠⁠This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/echoes-of-the-forks-of-cypress/
LOCATION:Shoals Theatre\, 123 N. Seminary St.\, Florence\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T170000
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SUMMARY:Village One School Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next volunteer event at Village One School. We’ll provide supplies and direction — no experience necessary. Work will include anything from cleaning\, painting\, scraping\, to yard work\, to organizing materials and more. Email or get in touch via social media to sign up and/or alert us to specialized skills you might share. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty in\, such as jeans and closed-toe shoes. Feel free to bring work gloves\, as well. If you’re not able to stay the whole morning\, please stop by anyway to say “hi” and see what we’re up to! Volunteer workdays are generally the third Saturday\, from March to October.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/village-one-school-volunteer-workday/
LOCATION:AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20240614T003559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T164540Z
UID:10073-1776506400-1776517200@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Village School Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next volunteer event at Village One School. We’ll provide supplies and direction — no experience necessary. Work will include anything from cleaning\, painting\, scraping\, to yard work\, to organizing materials and more. Email or get in touch via social media to sign up and/or alert us to specialized skills you might share. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty in\, such as jeans and closed-toe shoes. Feel free to bring work gloves\, as well. If you’re not able to stay the whole morning\, please stop by anyway to say “hi” and see what we’re up to! Volunteer workdays are generally the third Saturday\, from March to October.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/village-school-workday-4/
LOCATION:Village One School\, Sheffield\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20260413T185906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T185906Z
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SUMMARY:Community Cleanup at TVA Nature Trails
DESCRIPTION:Join us along with the University of North Alabama’s College of Business and Technology & Keep the Shoals Beautiful for a community cleanup at the TVA Nature Trails\, on TVA’s Muscle Shoals Reservation. Meet in the parking lot. Materials & equipment provided. See you there!
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/community-cleanup-at-tva-nature-trails/
LOCATION:AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20260315T211748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T211905Z
UID:11895-1774026000-1774026000@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Shoals Music Archive exhibition opens
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of “Visualizing Shoals Music\,” an exhibition celebrating the launch of the Shoals Music Archive at UNA. The exhibit features photography by Abraham Rowe and Dick Cooper plus immersive multimedia from the Roots of American Music Trail project. Following the gallery reception\, the exhibit will be open to the public 2-5 p.m.\, Mondays through Fridays.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/shoals-music-archive-launch/
LOCATION:UNA Downtown Gallery\, 126 Tombigbee St.\, Florence\, AL\, 35630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20250311T184346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T181342Z
UID:11100-1759665600-1759683600@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Archaeology at Pope’s Tavern: Spinning
DESCRIPTION:Textile artisan & fiber arts instructor Emily Wallace will offer a closer look at the craft of yarn spinning in Alabama\, exploring the skills\, materials & preparation required to turn raw fiber into thread. Participants will gain insight into how this hands-on practice shaped daily life and connected people to their materials.\n\n\nWallace is a textile artisan & fiber-arts instructor from north Alabama\, where she explores both historic & modern approaches to producing fiber goods by hand. She teaches textile workshops at the Burritt Folk School in Huntsville & tends a small flock of conservation breed sheep at her home.\n\n\nAfter the workshop\, Archaeology at Pope’s Tavern will continue its excavation of Test\nUnit 7.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/archaeology-at-popes-tavern-soil-analysis-workshop/
LOCATION:Pope’s Tavern Museum\, 203 Hermitage Drive\, Florence\, AL\, 35630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Sponsored Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20250701T175901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T175901Z
UID:11412-1759276800-1759622399@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention
DESCRIPTION:Bring the family and enjoy a uniquely American experience whose roots are buried deep in the Appalachian Mountains and beyond. It’s a musical and cultural experience that will thrust you into a simpler time where families were bound by the music they created and the stories they told.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/tennessee-valley-old-time-fiddlers-convention-2/
LOCATION:Athens State University\, 300 N Beaty St\, Athens\, AL\, Athens\, AL\, 35611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20250701T174603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T155824Z
UID:11405-1757012400-1757019600@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:The Seldom Scene was established in 1971 in a basement in Bethesda\, Maryland. The original line-up–our Founding Scene Fathers–included John Starling on guitar\, Mike Auldridge on Dobro\, Ben Eldridge on banjo\, Tom Gray on double bass & John Duffey on mandolin.\nCharlie Waller\, a member of the Country Gentlemen\, is credited for the band’s name. Expressing doubt that the new band could succeed\, Waller reportedly asked Duffey\, “What are you going to call yourselves\, the seldom seen?”\nThe band performed weekly at the Red Fox Inn before securing a residency at the Birchmere Music Hall in Alexandria\, Virginia. The rest is history.\nWith their inventive take on bluegrass\, The Seldom Scene has showcased both original material and interpretations of songs from limitless genres.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/tennessee-valley-old-time-fiddlers-convention-concert-series/
LOCATION:McCandless Hall\, Athens State University\, 302 Bryan St.\, Athens\, AL\, 35611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20250701T174055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T174055Z
UID:11403-1753023600-1753038000@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:WC Handy Festival Songwriter Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Featuring a variety of talented songwriters and performers from around the Shoals. Proceeds benefit the Village School Foundation.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/wc-handy-festival-songwriter-showcase/
LOCATION:Village One School\, Sheffield\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20250701T173749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T173749Z
UID:11400-1752937200-1752951600@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:W.C. Handy Festival Songwriter Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Featuring a variety of talented songwriters and performers from around the Shoals. Proceeds benefit the Village School Foundation.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/w-c-handy-festival-songwriter-showcase/
LOCATION:Village One School\, Sheffield\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20250701T172845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T172845Z
UID:11396-1752307200-1752321600@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Household Hazardous Waste Day
DESCRIPTION:Drive through bring hazardous household items such as latex & oil-based paints along with other painting materials\, motor oil\, antifreeze\, pool chemicals and more. No farm or business waste accepted. Co-sponsored by Lauderdale County\, City of Florence and TVA.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/household-hazardous-waste-day/
LOCATION:Florence Coliseum\, 702 Veterans Drive\, Florence\, AL\, 35630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20250311T183917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T183917Z
UID:11097-1742734800-1742738400@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Soap Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:People in Alabama have used plants for many purposes\, including soap recipes. This workshop teaches historic & homemade soap making and the evolution of that process. Over time\, soap has been used medicinally with specific herbal combinations to bring a more centered and healthy state. Today soaps are used for cleansing the body & enjoying the infusion of native plants through the senses. Participants will get a small bar of soap to take home.This workshop will be led by Summer McCreless\, owner of Mothering Herbs and a second-generation herbalist. McCreless has been practicing herbalism for over 17 years\, teaching herbal education & plant identification and uses in North Alabama. She has over 30 years of experience and education in plant identification in the United States.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/soap-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Pope’s Tavern Museum\, 203 Hermitage Drive\, Florence\, AL\, 35630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20250127T194003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T220601Z
UID:10953-1740315600-1740319200@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Alabama Plants Series: Herbal Medicine Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Florence Arts and Museums & MSNHA are launching the Alabama Plants Series. Host Summer McCreless will teach participants historic natural recipes for different balms & oils and how they can e used today.McCreless owns Mothering Herbs and is a second-generation herbalist. With more than 30 years of experience & education in plant identification\, she’s taught herbal education and plant identification & uses in north Alabama for more than 17 years.The Alabama Plant Series is a set of six free workshops hosted at Pope’s Tavern Museum and sponsored by the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area. These workshops will connect Native American cultures\, Alabama plants and products rooted in early traditions.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/alabama-plants-series-balms-and-infused-oils-workshop/
LOCATION:Pope’s Tavern Museum\, 203 Hermitage Drive\, Florence\, AL\, 35630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20240620T200342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T200342Z
UID:10079-1720861200-1720872000@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Shoals RiverTown's Community Paddle on Waterloo's 2nd Creek
DESCRIPTION:The Shoals’ Tennessee RiverTowns program is excited to host a community paddling event at Waterloo’s 2nd Creek! Join us for an interpreted tour along 2nd Creek led by MSNHA Director Carrie Crawford. We will watch for wildlife & explore local history on this beginner-friendly paddle experience lasting around two hours and four miles. We will begin & end our paddle at the Waterloo Boat Ramp in Waterloo.Kayaks\, PFDs\, paddles & other necessary equipment are provided\, free of charge. Participants must already know how to swim to participate.Reserve a kayak — either single or two-person — when you register (comes with required equipment\, including PFD). You are also welcome to bring your own boat (kayaks\, canoes & SUPs are fine) — just select the “I’ve got my own boat” option when you register.If you register & can’t attend\, please cancel your reservation. Not doing so takes a spot away from someone else.Check your email ahead of the event for a confirmation email from Eventbrite & a pre-event reminder with additional details. Weather-related changes to the paddle will also be communicated via email.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/shoals-rivertowns-community-paddle-on-waterloos-2nd-creek/
LOCATION:Waterloo Boat Ramp\, Lauderdale County Road 14\, Waterloo\, AL\, 35677\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Recreation,Tennessee RiverLine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20240415T172412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T205050Z
UID:9894-1720861200-1720872000@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:The Shoals' RiverTowns Community Paddle on Waterloo's 2nd Creek
DESCRIPTION:The Shoals’ Tennessee RiverTowns program hosts a community paddle at Waterloo’s 2nd Creek. Join us for an interpreted tour along led by MSNHA Director Carrie Crawford. We’ll watch for wildlife & explore local history on this beginner-friendly paddle experience lasting around two hours and four miles. We will begin and end our paddle at the Waterloo Boat Ramp.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKayaks\, personal-flotation devices\, paddles & other necessary equipment are provided free of charge. Participants must already know how to swim.Reserve a kayak — either single- or two-person — when you register (comes with required equipment\, including PFD). You also can bring your own boat (kayaks\, canoes & standup paddle boards are fine). Simply select the “I’ve got my own boat” option when you register.If you register & can’t attend\, cancel your reservation. Not doing so takes a spot away from someone else. Tickets on sale April 18.Check your email ahead of the event. You’ll receive a confirmation email from Eventbrite & a pre-event reminder with additional details. Any changes to the paddle due to weather will also be communicated via email.See you outside!
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/the-shoals-rivertowns-community-paddle-on-waterloos-2nd-creek/
LOCATION:Waterloo Boat Ramp\, Lauderdale County Road 14\, Waterloo\, AL\, 35677\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Tennessee RiverLine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20240627T201618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T201618Z
UID:10181-1719669600-1719680400@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:'Native Flora' launch
DESCRIPTION:Come out celebrate the launch of digital magazine “Native Flora” at All The Best coffee & record shop. Enjoy snack specials & giveaways including a limited run of printed copies. “Native Flora” is a zine series highlighting native plants found in northwest Alabama and their role in the ecosystem. The first issue includes forbs\, graminoids and vines you can find in spring & summer. It will be available as a free online resource thanks to the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/native-flora-launch/
LOCATION:All the Best\, 128 E. Tennessee St.\, Florence\, AL\, 35630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20240614T003034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T003034Z
UID:10070-1718445600-1718449200@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Young Learners' Series: Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Learn about traditional weaving of the Hopi and the Pueblo People. The Young Learners will learn about this special art 10-11 a.m.\, Saturday\, June 15. A family event\, appropriate for ages 5-12…grownups are free to participate\, as well!!
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/young-learners-series-weaving/
LOCATION:Florence Indian Mound and Museum\, Florence\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20240408T141832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T142123Z
UID:9877-1714212000-1714222800@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Village School Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us with Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area for our next volunteer event at the Village School\, 200 Chickamauga St.\, Sheffield.\nWe’ll provide supplies and direction\, no experience necessary.\nPlease wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty in\, such as jeans and closed toe shoes. Feel free to bring work gloves as well.\nIf you’re not able to stay the whole morning\, please stop by anyway to say hi and see what we’re up to!\nThanks so much to @muscleshoalsnha for partnering with us on this project!
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/village-school-work-day-2-2/
LOCATION:Village One School\, Sheffield\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20240409T223518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T223518Z
UID:9890-1713607200-1713612600@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Young Learners' Series: Dance
DESCRIPTION:This month’s program is Native American Dance.\nNative American dance is an important practice historically & in the present. Dance has been shared over the ages to celebrate special events in life such as welcoming visitors\, marking the change of seasons & celebrating friendships as well as many different ceremonies. Join us for a short presentation on how important dance is to Native American communities. Then stay to learn a simple animal dance from the Eastern Band Cherokee Nation & watch a demonstration of the Stomp Dance of the Chickasaw Nation. You can also listen to modern Native American music & come up with your own dance. We hope to see you there!\nThe Florence Indian Mound Museum hosts monthly programs where students can explore the early history of the Shoals through short lessons and hands-on learning exercises. Each month will feature a practice that relates to Native American culture; participants will explore the history & cultural meaning behind each practice while engaging in an activity related to that practice
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/young-learners-series-dance/
LOCATION:Florence Indian Mound and Museum\, Florence\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20240209T181528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T181528Z
UID:9705-1710583200-1710594000@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Village School Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty in — such as jeans — and wear closed-toe shoes. Feel free to bring work gloves\, as well. We’ll provide supplies & direction\, so no experience necessary. If you’re not able to stay the whole morning\, please stop by anyway to say “hi” and see what we’re up to!
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/village-school-work-day/
LOCATION:Village One School\, Sheffield\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20240212T192106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T192106Z
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SUMMARY:Young Learners' Series: Pottery
DESCRIPTION:The Florence Indian Mound Museum is hosting a series of children’s programs exploring the early history of the Shoals through short lessons & hands-on learnings. Each month features a practice relating to Native American culture. Participants will explore the history & cultural meaning behind each practice while engaging in an activity related to that topic.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us this month for a program & activity about Southeastern Native American pottery making.\nNative American tribes of the Southeast created pottery for more than 4\,000 years. Pottery historically had various purposes & was used both for function & ceremony. Children can create their own pottery pieces with air-dry clay to share in a student-made exhibit or take home. Together we will learn how and why pottery was made in the past and how it is still created and shared today.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/young-learners-series-pottery/
LOCATION:Florence Indian Mound and Museum\, Florence\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events,MSNHA Sponsored Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20240108T184303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240121T185925Z
UID:9203-1706349600-1706355000@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Young Learners' Series: Native American Jewelry
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a short informational presentation on the art of Native American jewelry making past and present. After the presentation\, students will have the opportunity to create their own beaded jewelry to take home or share as part of our youth education exhibit. The program is free. \nJewelry is an important form of art and culture for many Native American tribes. In the past & today\, jewelry making is passed down as a cultural practice and is used for adornment and individual & familial identification. Historically\, jewelry was made of natural materials such as shells & nuts\, which were carved into beads. As trading with Europeans increased\, beading became more popular. \nNative Americans designed their beaded jewelry to reflect their stories. Today art jewelry is made from metals\, seeds\, nuts\, stone & fish bone as well as synthetic beads. It is shared from teacher to student within families & groups to preserve artistic & cultural practice or worn in cultural identification & celebration.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/young-learners-series-native-american-jewelry/
LOCATION:Florence Indian Mound and Museum\, Florence\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20231204T204722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T204722Z
UID:9110-1702720800-1702726200@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Young Learners' Series: Native American Finger Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a program and activity about Native American Finger Weaving\, a traditional artform in many Native American and Indigenous nations.\nIn the Cherokee tradition\, finger woven regalia was historically used for men. It was used for adornment and item trading with others. In the past\, Chickasaw women would gather in groups to weave. They would teach each other\, share different methods of the craft\, and\ncreate woven works while visiting with one another. Today\, the artwork of finger weaving is worn as a part of regalia for both men and women during times of cultural celebration and to carry on tradition. It is also practiced by individuals\, as well as passed down from generation to generation to keep the cultural practices alive.\nIn the Florence Indian Mound Museum’s Young Learners’ Series\, students explore the early history of the Shoals through short lessons and hands-on learning exercises. Each month features a practice relating to Native American culture; participants will explore history & culture and complete a hands-on project.\nThis program is free and is sponsored by the City of Florence Department of Arts and Museums and the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/young-learners-series-native-american-finger-weaving/
LOCATION:Florence Indian Mound and Museum\, Florence\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20231113T171516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T171516Z
UID:9035-1700301600-1700307000@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:YOUNG LEARNERS' SERIES:  Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Native American Storytelling is an important practice historically and in the present.  Stories shared over generations help keep Native American culture alive. Join us for a short informational presentation on storytelling and how it shaped & sustained different Native American cultures. After the presentation\, students can create their own stories with an interactive animal activity\, which they can take home or share as part of our youth education exhibit. This program is free and sponsored by the City of Florence Department of Arts and Museums & MSNHA.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/young-learners-series-storytelling/
LOCATION:Florence Indian Mound and Museum\, Florence\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231106
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20230906T170345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T170345Z
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SUMMARY:Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Muscle Shoals Songwriters Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to bring songwriters & music lovers together from all across the globe. The festival celebrates and gives a platform to diverse voices\, experiences & points of view; invests in songwriters by providing education\, collaborative tools & opportunities that break down music industry barriers; and honors the history of Muscle Shoals and facilitate the continuance of its magical musical synergy for generations. Tickets & details here.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/muscle-shoals-songwriters-festival/
LOCATION:AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20230906T165027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T172548Z
UID:8908-1698516000-1698523200@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Concert at McCandless Hall -- The Riverside with Will Paustian
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for The Riverside with opener Will Paustian as part of the Scout House Concert Series. Perfectly beautiful acoustics. Comfortable & charming with great talent! Tickets $15.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/concert-at-mccandless-hall-the-riverside-with-will-paustian/
LOCATION:McCandless Hall\, Athens State University\, 302 Bryan St.\, Athens\, AL\, 35611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231030
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20230623T162251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T163525Z
UID:7883-1698019200-1698623999@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Athens Storytelling Festival
DESCRIPTION:We plan to be in-person this year\, so join us as we move our tent a little to the east to the Athens State University campus. It will be a crisp fall weekend spent listening to stories of adventure and excitement … a place where memories & magic are captured & spun into tales that make you laugh & cry. Hear stories that tell of a time that used to be or a time yet to come. Glimpse into the past and live the imaginary. Learn more about your parents\, your children and yourself. Discover all this and more at the annual Athens Storytelling Festival. Check here for details.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/athens-storytelling-festival/
LOCATION:Athens State University\, 300 N Beaty St\, Athens\, AL\, Athens\, AL\, 35611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231015
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20230906T172436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T172436Z
UID:8919-1697241600-1697327999@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Dragon Boat Festival
DESCRIPTION:Local community teams race in traditional Hong-Kong-style dragon boats to raise money for Shoals Scholar Dollars. Funds help provide two-year scholarship to Northwest Alabama Community College for qualifying students. Go here for details on participating. Free admission for spectators.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/dragon-boat-festival/
LOCATION:McFarland Park\, Florence\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231008
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20230623T163151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T163151Z
UID:7887-1696377600-1696723199@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention
DESCRIPTION:Athens State University will be welcoming old-time music lovers of all ages to campus for the 56th annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention\, presented by Aetos Systems\, Inc. Entertainment for this year’s Fiddler’s Convention will include Appalachian Road Show\, The Grascals and the Dan Tyminski Band. Go here for tickets and here for details.
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/tennessee-valley-old-time-fiddlers-convention/
LOCATION:Athens State University\, 300 N Beaty St\, Athens\, AL\, Athens\, AL\, 35611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T091940
CREATED:20230826T160457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230826T160457Z
UID:8872-1695466800-1695477600@msnha.una.edu
SUMMARY:Village School Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join our efforts to restore the Village One School with the Village School Foundation. The building is a WWI-era school & community center that’s one of the most historically significant in north Alabama. The Village School Foundation seeks to repair the building so it continues to be a community & educational resource. Each person may contribute in a way they are most comfortable. We’ll clean & organize various sections of the interior and prepare for the next phases of restoration in the basement. This may include cleaning\, scraping & painting. We’ll provide supplies & instruction — no experience necessary. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty in\, including long pants & closed-toe shoes. If you’re not able to stay the whole morning\, stop by anyway to say “hi” and see what we’re up to! Refreshments provided. Tickets & details at www.eventbrite.com/e/village-school-workday-tickets-705612484937? 
URL:https://msnha.una.edu/event/village-school-workday-3/
LOCATION:Village One School\, Sheffield\, AL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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