The Phenix City Parks & Recreation Department proudly presents 2010 CONCERT SERIES AND SPECIAL EVENTS OPEN DOOR COMMUNITY WALK CLASSIC SATURDAY MARCH 13, 2010 Invite your co-workers, family, friends and neighbors to join in on the annual walk classic to raise funds for THE OPEN DOOR COMMUNITY HOUSE, Inc. Please register atThe OPEN DOOR COMMUNITY HOUSE (in Columbus) at 8:30 a.m.. The walk will begin at 2405 2nd Avenue at OPEN DOOR. It will extend to The Phenix City and Columbus Riverwalk.Activities will include live music, a motorcycle display from HEAVEN"S SAINTS, First Annual P.A.W (precious, adorable and wellbehaved) dog contest. Concludes with an award recognition ceremony for those who raised the most money by a church, business or individual. Please contact OPEN DOOR at 706-323-5518 for more details.
GRAND OLE OPRY TRIBUTE SHOW Saturday March 13 6:30 p.m. Central Activity Center Auditorium located at 1500 14th Street $5.00 Admission for adults and $2.00 for children under 12 Come join us for this fun filled evening of entertainment featuring local professional musicians who also happen to be recording artists and have a deep love for old time country music. Just to name a few: Stan Edwards and Marsha Short, Gary Parmer, Joey Allcorn, Rebecca Harris and Garrett Miles. They will perform songs from their mentors such as Patsy Cline, Sammy Smith, Minnie Pearl, Grandpa Jones, Hank Williams Sr., Hank Snow and many more plus you'll hear songs these artists have recorded of their very own songs. BEAR O BRIAN from PMB Broadcasting will be there to read an Inspirational story. Plerase call the Central Activity Center Office at 334-291-4719 to make reservations as seating is limited. (Reservations are not required but appreciated., we cannot guarantee seating without a reservation)
EASTER MASS AT THE PHENIX CITY AMPHITHEATER 508 Dillimgham Street April 4, 2010 at 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m eastern time This service is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Service provided by St. Patrick and Mother Mary Churches Celebrant Reverend Thomas D. Weise Please call St. Patrick Office at 334-298-9025 for more details.
GOSPEL SING FOR RELAY FOR LIFE Featuring: THE COMERS Where: The Central Activity Center 1500 14th Street Phenix City, Alabama 36867 When: April 9, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. eastern Cost: Love Offering Sponsored by: The Phenix City- Russell County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors
7th Annual CHATTAHOOCHEE GOSPEL JUBILEE Saturday April 17 10:30 A.M. to 6:00 P.M Phenix City Amphitheater and Riverwalk Free Admission Members of The Chattahoochee Valley Southern Gospel Music Association will be showcased in a continuous Gospel Concert on The Amphitheater stage. Several groups and soloists will be featured. Activities for all ages will be set up in the parking lot and Riverwalk such as face painting,games, blow up toys, train rides, puppet shows and more. Local Youth Groups from various churches will set up a FOOD COURT including hot dogs, burgers,sandwiches, deserts and novelties. All proceeds from food sales will go back to the churches to fund youth programs. In addition to local Southern Gospel Music peformances, several humanitarian agencies will also set up booths with information pertaining to recieving help in areas such as food banks, clothing needs and help with utility and medical bills. The HEAVEN'S SAINTS and The Christian Motorcyclists Association will be there with their beautiful motorcycles to share information about their ministries. For information concerning participation, please contact Sharon Spivey at 334-297-6567 or email Sharspv@aol.com or Ronny Shirley @706-326-3437 or email ronnyshirley@ctvea.net. Sponsored by Chattahoochee Valley Southern Gospel Music Association and PHENIX CITY PARKS AND RECREATION
The JOHN CONLEE SHOWSaturday May 1, 2010 Gates open at 7:00 p.m./ Showtime: 8:00 p.m.eastern $10.00 admittance for adults and children 12 and under get in FREE. Country music legend JOHN CONLEE is returning to The Amphitheater by popular demand! This Grand Ole Opry Star is best known for his hits such as Rose Colored Glasses, Friday Night Blues, Miss Emily's Picture, Common Man and many more. Call The Phenix City Parks and Recreation Office at 334-291-4719 or visit our website for more details at www.phenixcityal to learn more. Sponsored by Phenix City Parks and Recreation Co-Sponsored by: PMB Broadcasting Kissin 99.3, NBC-38, Cable T.V. of East Alabama KISSIN 99.3  SPECIAL THANKS TO: HAMPTON INN AND SUITES OF PHENIX CITY AND BOOTHS CORNER CAFE.
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER will be held at THE PHENIX CITY AMPHITHEATER on May 6th at 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. THE LEE- RUSSELL MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION presents in concert: Justin Belew, Elsie Horne, Haden Sammons and Tim Maggart. and special guest speakers followed by a time of prayer for our city and our nation. People of all faiths are encouraged to attend. Donations will be taken for the Lee- Russell Benevolence Fund RAIN LOCATION: BETHANY BAPTIST CHURCH - 2051 Pierce Road, PHENIX CITY _________________________________________________________________________________________ ANNUAL SENIOR DAY AT CENTRAL ACTIVITY CENTER Friday May 7th 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come enjoy a day with our Seniors and tour the beautiful Central Activity Center- formerly the old Central High School, located at 1500 14th Street Festivities include: Live Entertainment by The Russell County High School Chorus, a POOL TOURNAMENT at 11:00 a.m. in the pool room, A CHICKEN FOOT TOURNAMENT at 11:00 a.m. in room 16, a CANASTA TOURNAMENT at 11:00 a.m. in room 116 and a BRIDGE TOURNAMENT at 1:00 p.m. in the Card room. PLUS Enjoy crafts made by the Seniors such as: Quilts, Ceramics, Original Acrilic Paintings, Canned Goods and much more, which will for sale at a minimal price. Refreshments provided by The Exchange Club of Phenix City. Please contact The Central Activity Center Office to learn more details: 334- 291-4743
Senior Walk & Golf Cart TOUR of The River Walk In honor of NATIONAL OLDER AMERICANS MONTH, this sixth annual event will be held Monday, May 24 from 9 a.m. until 12:00 noon. FREE ADMISSION Activities will include a health fair, information concerning Senior Citizens, live entertainment, door prizes and an opportunity to walk the beautiful Phenix City River Walk or ride down the tree lined path in a golf cart. Senior groups , Walking Clubs or all individuals interested in participating are welcome and encouraged to attend. You may pre-register at The Central Activity Center located at 1500 14th Street or at Parkwood Health Care ,3301 Stadium Drive in Phenix City. Pre-registration is not necessary to attend. For more information, please contact Pat Harrell, Community Relations ,at 706-358-6515 This event is sponsored by Phenix City Beautiful, Parkwood Health Care, NBC-38 and PHENIX CITY PARKS AND RECREATION
ALABAMA NATIVE !!! PERCY SLEDGE, "THE GOLDEN VOICE OF SOUL" will perform at THE PHENIX CITY AMPHITHEATER ON JUNE 5th at 8:00 p.m. eastern Welcom Percy back to Alabama and hear him sing his legendary hits such as When A Man Loves A Woman, Love Me Tender, Take Time To Know Her, and I'll Be Your Everything. Admission is $10.00 for Adults and Kids 12 & under get in FREE. Phenix City's own LADY V- will Open the show with her powerful rendetions of classic blues and soul. Gates open at 7:00 p.m. eastern time , Show starts at 8:00 p.m. Lawn chairs permitted, smoking. pets or coolers are not. This show is sponsored by : PHENIX CITY PARKS AND RECREATION, THE RIDE 95.3, NBC-38 and CABLE T.V. of EAST ALABAMA
Rising Stars- New HOT COUNTRY- BADHORSE (Adam Grant & Robert E) in Concert Phenix City Amphitheater June 26 8 p.m. Opening Acts: Whisky Bent and Ben Braswell $10 for adult admission / kids 12 & under get in FREE Sponsored by: Phenix CIty Parks and Recreation Co-sponsored by: Kissin 99.3, NBC-38, CW Ga Bama, Vance Brooks Funeral Home Thank you to : Booths Corner Cafe, Hampton Inn & Suites
JULY 4- THUNDER ON THE HOOCH "A GOD AND COUNTRY CELEBRATION" FREE FAMILY FUN / LIVE ENTERTAINMENT / FIREWORKS 5:00 to dark . Show ends when FIREWORKS are over. This years theme will be THE YOUTH OF AMERICA- the entire show will feature the area's most talented young people performing their favorite patriotic or faith based songs. Sponsored by WTVM NEWSLEADER 9 and PHENIX CITY PARKS AND RECREATION
CHUCK NEGRON formerly of THREE DOG NIGHT in CONCERT at The Phenix City Amphitheater JULY 24 8 :00 p.m. gates open at 7 e.s.t. $10.00 admission for adults, kids 12 & under free admission Chuck Negron sings his hits that defined a Generation! 21 TOP TWENTY HITS!!!! Joy To The World- "Jeremiah was a bullfrog", One, One Man Band, Pieces of April, Eli's Coming, The Show Must Go On, Easy To Be Hard, Old Fashioned Love Song...... (just to name a few!) PLUS- Special Guests Opening the show: The Loft AllStars will perform their favoite classic rock tunes sure bring back memories and get this party started! Concesions available, (no coolers), bring folding chairs if you like or a towel or blanket to sit on. This concert is sponsored by: PHENIX CITY PARKS AND RECREATION Co-sponsored by: PMB Broadcasting- The Ride 95.3 Special thanks to: NBC-38, Cable T.V. of East Alabama. The Hampton Inn & Suites, and Booth's Corner Cafe
LAST BLAST BEACH PARTY!!!!! at The Phenix City Amphitheater August 7 8 p.m. (gates open at 7 e.s.t.) $10.00 admission for adults and FREE admission for kids Put on your flip- flops and sunglasses and join in on the fun! TWO FABULOUS BANDS: THE TAMS & THE DRIFTERS. Boomer 95.3 will be there to give away a 3 day trip to Panama City Beach. Tune in daily and Al Haines will tell you where to register. You may also register the night of the concert in front of The Amphitheater. (Don't miss this chance to meet the Boomer Crew too.) We will also have a classic car CRUISE IN and our guests are welcome to dance the night away under the stars and glow of the tiki torches. Sponsored by: PHENIX CITY PARKS & RECREATION AND PMB BROADCASTING Special thanks to: NBC-38, Cable T.V. of East Alabama, The Citizen of East Alabama, Booths Corner Cafe, and DIRTY WORKS.
CENTRAL ACTIVITY CENTER HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR Come check out what our Seniors have made! FRIDAY NOVEMBER 5th 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. SHOP EARLY FOR CHRISTMAS >>>>ALL ITEMS HANDMADE The Central Activity Center is located at 1500 14th Street For more info. call: 291-4743
NIGHT OF LIGHTS- Thursday Dec. 2nd Santa's elves have been busy decorating The Riverwalk, The Amphitheater and spreading Christmas cheer all around. Join us on Thursday DECEMBER 2nd at 6:30 p.m. at the Amphitheater for a fun filled evening of live entertainment followed by the lighting of The Riverwalk and FIREWORKS! Bring a blanket to sit on, dress warm and plan to have FUN. Free hot chocolate for the little ones and a SURPRISE VISITOR from the NORTH POLE will help us usher in the season.
CHRISTMAS AT MOON LAKE
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.... Dec. 9th and every night during the holidays, come walk around Moon Lake and enjoy the displays. Join us for another SPECIAL night as we celebrate the season in Phenix City. We will be adding even more beautiful decorations at Moon Lake this year and we would like to invite YOU to help. Churches, schools, civic organizations, businesses and friends of Phenix CIty, are invited to help us decorate and extend Christmas greetings to the community. This is a great networking opportunity you won't want to miss out on. Parks and Recreation will provide designated areas to decorate. You will be allowed to begin decorating on Dec. 7th for the Opening Night on Dec. 9th. We ask that you keep your decorations up until after Dec. 28th.Your decorations should be festive and tastefully branded with your logo or appropreate signage. DECEMBER 9th- each participating business is invited to set up a booth or table or plan a fun activity near your decoration. We will light up the night and give your business or group a chance to shine. You may give away treats or information or just be present to extend Christmas greetings to your community. We will provide GOLF CARTS FOR THOSE UNABLE TO WALK AROUND THE LAKE. (Opening night only) We will also have TRAIN RIDES for children provided by Rev. Whitacre, and LIVE MUSIC The Pavillion will be transformed by The ART CENTER volunteers and Santa himself will be there for a brief visit. Parents make take pictures of Santa with their children at no cost. PLEASE CALL THE PARKS AND RECREATION OFFICE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING. at 334-291-4
Bi- City Christmas Parade One of the BIGGEST parades in the southeast. DECEMBER 11 10:00 A.M. We will begin taking applications on OCTOBER 1 at The Phenix City Parks and Recreaton Office located at 1500 Airport Rd. or at The Comer Gym (off 2nd Ave.)in Columbus thru Columbus Parks and Recreation. Please call us for more information at 334-291-4719 From ALL OF US TO ALL OF YOU, we wish you a wonderful, safe and Happy NEW YEAR! | 
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