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Weekend Activities in and around Florence

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in Alabama

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Alabama Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

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Holiday Jubilation

Title: UNA Vocal Jazz Ensemble Date and Time: December 5, 2011 - 5 PM Title: Woodmont Baptist Church Choir Date and Time: December 5, 2011 - 6 PM Title: Rogers Middle School...

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Florence Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

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Lauderdale County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Lauderdale County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Lauderdale County Alabama area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Alabama AL

Alabama Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in Alabama. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the local...

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Find Alabama Corn Mazes - Get lost in an Alabama haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Alabama corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

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Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Alabama AL

We have the best Alabama apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of Alabama. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms in...

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Make a difference in Florence! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Florence area and around...

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George Lindsey UNA Film Festival 2011

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Schedule: Thursday, March 3, 2011: 4:00 pm: Kickoff Party The party will resume after Thursday evening screenings with live entertainment by Matt Roy and John Ezell. Come and...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: A Happy Valentine's Day for Avalanna Thanks to Justin Bieber

You don't have to be a Justin Bieber fan to cheer him on today after he responded to a request made by a little girl suffering with a rare and often deadly form of brain cancer. ...

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July 4th fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Lauderdale County, AL

Florence Fireworks 2011 Find July 4th Fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Lauderdale County, AL. Search for July 4th Restaurants, Things to do and more! ...

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July 4th Fireworks in Florence, AL Events, Schedules and Parades

Florence Fireworks 2011 Find July 4th Fireworks in Florence, AL including Events, Schedules and Parades. Search for July 4th Restaurants, Things to do and more! If...

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Alabama 4th of July 2011 Fireworks, Parades and Independence Day Events

Alabama Fireworks 2011 Find July 4th Fireworks in Alabama including Events, Schedules and Parades. Search for July 4th Restaurants, Things to do and more! If...

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Celebrate Valentine's Day in Florence - Find Florence area shops and restaurants for gifts and dining

On February 14 sweethearts in Florence will join millions across America in a centuries’ old tradition of exchanging valentines, but this holiday as we now understand it has...

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Best Fall Foliage 2010 in Alabama

The Alabama fall foliage 2010 is in full color this time of year and we’ve found some great places to enjoy it. Around Alabama can be found at this time of year. To get the most...

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Find Black Friday Deals, Gift Ideas, and Holiday Shopping Locations in and around Florence, AL

If you love the fray, seize the chance to shine on Black Friday! It’s the biggest, busiest shopping event of the year, and training for success starts here! Shops and stores...

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Lauderdale County Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms for Lauderdale County

Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Lauderdale County, AL area? Find apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for Lauderdale County, Alabama. Here is a list...

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Florence Earth Day Activities, Earth Day Events and Kids Games

Earth Day (April 22nd) was first officially celebrated in 1970, and marks the start of the modern environmental movement. But as the global warming crisis grows, no one...

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Florence 4th of July Fireworks, parades and more - Fourth of July 2009

Fireworks have been a traditional part of the 4th of July celebration ever since 1777 (more 4th of July facts). Start here to find the best Florence, Alabama 4th of July fireworks...

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Alabama 4th of July 2009 Independence Day Events

Alabama Fourth of July Fireworks, Festivities and Celebrations Fourth Of July Blast, Alexander City, AL - July 4, 2009 Annual 4th of July Blast...

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Arts Alive 22nd Annual Juried Fine Arts and Craft Festival

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This annual Fine Arts Celebration Brings Quality National, Regional and Local arts to Florence, Alabama. Arts Alive attracts hundreds of art and craft...

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11th Annual George Lindsey UNA Film Festival

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Southern hospitality at its best - best describes the festival!!! Florence, Alabama, located on the Tennessee River, is one of the four cities which comprises...

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A New Look, More Info, New Ways to Share on our new Florence Community Site!

Welcome to Florence's new "shared community webspace", at AmericanTowns.com! Not just a fresh new look, but a whole host of new features and resources neatly organized...

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Florence, Alabama holiday events and holiday shopping guide

'Tis the season to be jolly - and stressed out, overextended and downright "Grinch-y!" Here are some tips for reclaiming your holiday spirit (not to mention, your...

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Alabama Thanksgiving 2008 - Turkey Day Events, Alabama Food Banks

It's the ideal time to "give back" to others in the Alabama community and help make some happy Thanksgiving wishes come true. Consider donating extra food to a local Alabama food...

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St Patrick's Day parades and events for Alabama

It's said that Patrick became Ireland's patron saint by driving the snakes from the Emerald Isle (throwing down the witty challenge, "All snakes wishing to remain in Ireland,...

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Looking for tickets to a hot local event?

Standing in line for tickets is a drag! Whether it's a local sports event in the Florence area, that can’t-miss “reunion” concert halfway across Alabama, or the latest ...

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Explore Alabama: North Alabama Railroad Museum

At the North Alabama Railroad Museum, located in Chase, Alabama, just east of Huntsville, you will find a facility reflecting a love of trains and a desire to preserve railroad...

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Explore Alabama: Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts

The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts was founded in 1930 by a group of local artists and patrons under the name of the “Alabama Society of Fine Arts.” The Museum’s...

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Explore Alabama: The Eastern Shore Art Association

The Eastern Shore Art Association, Inc. is the parent organization for the Eastern Shore Art Center and Eastern Shore Academy of Fine Arts. In 1998 the Art Association celebrated...

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Turkey and trimmings and football, oh my! Thanksgiving Day info for Alabama

Put on the pants with the stretchy waistband; it’s that time of year when we gather together to celebrate family, good fortune – and the fact that there are about 47...

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Veterans Day history and parades for Alabama

What does Veterans Day mean to Florence and Lauderdale county, AL? Veterans Day originally began as a way to honor the soldiers of World War I. Although the war...

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Make Your Spirits Bright This Christmas!

'Tis the season to be jolly in­ Florence, AL – but it might also be the season to be stressed out, overextended and downright “Grinch-y!” If you find yourself treating the...

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Hail to the Chiefs

Think of it as the Mount Rushmore of holidays – sort of. President’s Day was designed as a tidy way to commemorate the February birthdays of two of our greatest leaders:...

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Hey, Cupid! Over Here!

Valentine's Day is the most roman­­tic day of the year. That’s a lot of pressure for most of us romantically-challenged types. Whether you’re paired off or single,...

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