Archive for the ‘Arts/Entertainment’ Category
Big Spring Jam Rocks Downtown
By William T. Martin
HuntsvilleNewswire
A huge crowd descended upon downtown Huntsville Friday evening as Big Spring Jam XVI got off to a loud but mostly uneventful start.
Music fans by the thousands crowded the three stages while bands such as Cowboy Mouth, 12 Stones, and Lee Greenwood performed simultaneously.
The sounds of Christian, rock, and country music drifted through the night air, as did the scent of many types of food from a large array of vendors.
Throughout the area were old favorites such as burgers and chicken to more exotic greek and hispanic offerings.
For the thirsty, there were all types of beverages.
Coke and other soft drinks for the young to stronger refreshments for those of age.
Ensuring the night stayed fun and safe was a small but ubiquitous army of emergency services personnel.
City and county officers joined with firefighters and paramedics to direct traffic, staff entrances, and respond to any incident that might occur.
The Jam continues Saturday evening and wraps up Sunday.
Total attendance is expected to exceed 200,000.
New VBC Concert Hall to be named for ADTRAN founder
By William T. Martin
HuntsvilleNewswire
When part of the Von Braun Center receives a major improvement next year, it will be named in honor of a man who loved music his whole life.
Thanks to a large donation from his family foundation, the new facility will be known as the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall.
The announcement was made at a ceremony Tuesday afternoon at the VBC.
Huntsville one of nation's "Playful Cities"
The city of Huntsville has been named as a “Playful City USA,” one of only 67 cities in the country to earn the title.
The honor was announced at a press conference Monday afternoon at Mayfair Park.
“If you like to play,” said Mayor Loretta Spencer, “you’re in the right town.”
In order to apply for the distinction, the city completed an extensive inspection and survey of its 44 parks.
Details of the city’s recreation facilities, including photos, were sent in about 3 months ago.
Kaboom and qubo sponsored the Playful City program. Kaboom is a national non-profit focusing on creating play areas within walking distance of every child in America.
Upcoming events at the Von Braun Center
Here are some of the events coming up at the VBC:
Thu 9/ 4/2008 NHALL Vive le Livre
Fri 9/ 5/2008 BALL1&2 Baron Services
Fri 9/ 5/2008 NHALL1 United Way Kick Off Luncheon
Sat 9/ 6/2008 BALL1&2 Baron Services
Sun 9/ 7/2008 SALON Deeper Life United Holy Church
Mon 9/ 8/2008 BALL1&2 Auburn University Huntsville Reception
Mon 9/ 8/2008 NHALL3 Upper Stage Engine CDR
Tue 9/ 9/2008 WHALL Hsv. Rotary Luncheon
Tue 9/ 9/2008 BALL1234 NASHRM
Tue 9/ 9/2008 NHALL3 Upper Stage Engine CDR
Second group of acts announced for Big Spring Jam XVI
(From release) The Tennessee Valley’s best value in music entertainment continues to expand its all-star line up of performers as the second wave of acts are announced for Big Spring Jam XVI.
The region’s premiere music festival celebrates its 16th anniversary as it returns September 26th – 28th to Big Spring International Park in downtown Huntsville.
Big Spring Jam XVI Artist Lineup Announced
The Tennessee Valley’s best value in music entertainment returns in September as Huntsville’s Big Spring Jam Music Festival marks its 16th anniversary. The event is scheduled for September 26th – 28th at Big Spring International Park in downtown Huntsville. Organizers have confirmed the first wave of acts scheduled to perform at the Jam including several Jam newcomers and long-time favorites among more than 45 musical acts.
VBC announces events for this week
July 1, 2008- Please see the following listing of the events that are happening at the Von Braun Center this week. If you have any questions
concerning coverage for these or any other events, please contact Hannah Ficken at (256) 551-2287 or by email at hficken@vonbrauncenter.com.
