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Confidence in every stride: Registration now open for Girls on the Run
February 11, 2025
Young girls in grades 3-5 are invited to let their feet fly as part of Girls on the Run, a popular eight-week program designed to help participants build confidence, improve decision-making skills and develop a love for running. Starting March 17 and running through May 10, sessions will be held Mondays and Wednesdays from 4-5:30 p.m. at the Fern Bell Recreation Center, 107A Sanders Road SW. Led by a team of [more]
Read MoreSpring Break fun awaits: Registration opens Feb. 10 for Huntsville Parks & Recreation camps
February 7, 2025
Looking for a fun and engaging way to keep your children active during Spring Break? Registration for Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s Spring Break Camps opens on Monday, Feb. 10. Parks & Recreation is offering the option of full-day or half-day specialty camps. The camps, which run March 10-14, are open exclusively to Huntsville students in grades 1-6. Registration links can be found on the respective Day Camp and Specialty Camp pages. Held at various Huntsville Parks & Recreation [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation hosts third annual MLK Youth Basketball Clinic & Canned Food Drive
February 7, 2025
Young athletes looking to sharpen their basketball skills while giving back to the community are invited to sign up for Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s MLK Youth Basketball Clinic. The free clinic is Sunday, Feb. 23, from 1-4 p.m. at Optimist Recreation Center, 703 Oakwood Ave. NE. Led by experienced coaches, the clinic is open to boys and girls ages 8-13. A canned food donation is requested but not required. Donated items will go [more]
Read More5 ways to reduce food waste
January 31, 2025
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, approximately one-third of all food produced globally is wasted. That translates to discarding more than a billion tons of food each year. The issue of food waste is a growing problem but one you can address in your own home. It’s good for the environment and for your budget. Here are some tips to tackle food waste. Plan your meals: Consider what you already have [more]
Read MoreFeed the birds during National Bird-Feeding Month in February
January 30, 2025
Indigo bunting at Herb Lewis’ backyard habitat in Huntsville (Herb Lewis photo) One of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors in the winter is to have bird feeders in your yard. According to the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service, 95% of bird watching is done from the comfort of home. Winter is an important time to stock your bird feeder while many natural food sources may have thinned out. And [more]
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