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List your upcoming community event in our COMMUNITY EVENT calendar for Free just email the event details to weeklyledger@gmail.com with the date, time, where it will be located, what the event consists of, and if there will be a fee for the public to attend.
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Feb 26 – March 7
Gadsden State Theatre Presents “Rumors”
📍 Inzer Hall Black Box Theatre – Gadsden State Wallace Campus
Comedy by Neil Simon
Tickets:
• $8 Public
• $5 Students
Info: 256-549-8210
Feb 23 – March 31
NASCAR Racing Experience Ride Along
Ride along with a professional instructor for 3 laps around a NASCAR track.
Tickets:
• $10 each
• 3 for $25
Proceeds benefit Team Alabama – Transplant Games of America.
Info: Phil – 256-996-8999
March 5
Little Black Dress Scholarship Event
📍Dry Creek Chapel
• Tickets $40 (Individual)
• Table of 6 - $350
• Table of 8 - $375
March 6–7
DeKalb County Shrine Club 8th Annual Shrine Rodeo
📍 Northeast Alabama Agri-Business Center – Rainsville, AL
7:30 PM nightly
The DeKalb County Shrine Club presents its 8th Annual Shrine Rodeo at the Northeast Alabama Agri-Business Center in Rainsville.
Admission:
• Adults – $20
• Kids (6–11) – $10
• Kids 5 & under – Free
All proceeds from the event benefit Alabama Shriners.
Info: 256-638-1650
March 7–8
Dogtown Spring Community Market
📍 Ruhama Junior High School – County Road 81, Fort Payne
Saturday: 10 AM – 4 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 2 PM
The Dogtown Spring Community Market will feature:
• Silent Auction
• Basket Raffle
• Egg Painting Station
• Easter Egg Hunt (Sunday)
All proceeds support student needs at Ruhama Junior High School.
Info: 256-630-1916
March 7
New Union Fire Station Benefit Breakfast
📍 New Union Volunteer Fire Department – Buffington Road, Boaz
6 AM – 10 AM
Enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast with proceeds supporting New Union Fire Station #1.
• $10 per plate
Info: hwilks@juno.com
March 12
Drug Free Cherokee
📍Pop's Smorgasbord - 1490 W. Main Street, Centre, AL.
12 PM
The meeting is open to anyone concerned about the community's drug problem.
March 12
Lake Guntersville Chamber of Commerce 88th Annual Dinner & Awards Banquet
📍 City Harbor Event Center – Guntersville
Social Hour – 6 PM
Dinner & Awards – 7 PM
Celebrate community leadership and business excellence at this annual Chamber event.
Info: 256-582-3612
March 13–14
Henryville Hunting & Fishing Swap Meet and Knife Show
📍 Henryville Methodist Church – Hwy 431, Guntersville
Friday: 4 PM – 7 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM
A free community event featuring hunting, fishing, and knife vendors.
Info: 256-582-2734
March 13–14
FREE Spring Market at The Venue at Coosa Landing
📍 The Venue at Coosa Landing – Gadsden
10 AM – 5 PM (both days)
Browse local vendors, unique shops, and community booths.
Admission: Free
Info: 256-549-4730
March 14
Hearts Academy of Excellence 5K & Fun Run Fundraiser
📍 Hearts Academy of Excellence – Fort Payne
Race begins at 9 AM
Register online at heartsacademy.org
Info: 678-427-5155
March 14
Guntersville Parks & Recreation Wild Irish Run
📍 Sunset Drive – Guntersville
10K – 7:00 AM
5K – 7:05 AM
Info: 256-571-7590
March 14
Guntersville Ladies Civitan Club Tablescapes Showcase
📍 Marshall County RSVP Building – Guntersville
4 PM – 6 PM
• Tickets: $40
Info: 256-571-7734
March 15
BBQ DINNER FUNDRAISER - Dogtown Fire Department
📍Ruhama School Lunchroom -
3371 Co. Rd. 81, Fort Payne, AL (Located behind the fire department)
Sunday, March 15
11 AM
Plate - $12 (BBQ • Bun • Baked Beans • Slaw • Dessert • Drink)
By-the-Pound – $15 lb.
Dine-In or Carry-Out Available!
Come enjoy a great meal and help support the Dogtown Fire Department as they continue serving their community.
March 21
Southside Easter Egg Hunt & Spring Festival
📍 Southside Parks & Recreation
10 AM – 3 PM
Family fun featuring:
• Food Trucks
• Photos with the Easter Bunny
• Easter Egg Hunt
• Kids Activities
Info: 256-442-9775
March 25
Bowl for Kids’ Sake – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Alabama
📍 The Alley – Gadsden
Begins at 5 PM
Support mentoring programs for youth while enjoying an evening of bowling.
Info: 256-456-5510
March 28
Airfield Fest 2026
📍 Albertville Regional Airport
9 AM – 3 PM
Features:
• Inflatables
• Food Trucks
• Live Music
• Prizes
Admission: $10
A portion of proceeds benefit 2nd Chance Animal Shelter and Mission 22 for Veterans.
Info: 256-878-1433
March 28
Geraldine Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt
📍 Geraldine Town Park
Begins at 2 PM
• Inflatables
• Prizes
• Photos with the Easter Bunny
Info: 256-659-2122
April 4
Flapjacks at the Firehouse
📍 Geraldine Fire Department
7 AM – 10 AM (or until sold out)
Breakfast includes:
• 2–3 Pancakes
• Bacon or Sausage
• Coffee or Orange Juice
$8 per plate
April 17
CAJA “Fore The Children” Golf Tournament
📍 Gunter’s Landing Golf Course – Guntersville
Proceeds benefit CAJA of Marshall County.
Info: 256-878-1445
April 25
Family Resource Festival
📍Richard Lindsey Arena ( Gadsden State Cherokee Campus)
9 AM - 12 PM
Inflatables, Games, FREE Food, FREE Haircuts, & more.
Bring the whole family for a morning of fun, connection, and support!
June 8
Megan Moroney – The Cloud 9 Tour
📍 State Farm Arena – Atlanta, GA
Country music star Megan Moroney brings her Cloud 9 Tour to Atlanta.
ON GOING EVENTS
WEEKLY
The Parents' Morning Out!
First Baptist Church of Centre is now offering a new program, The Parents' Morning Out, designed to give parents of young children a break and some time to themselves.
📍300 East Bypass, Centre, AL 35960
Tuesday - Thursday
9 AM to 12 PM
Info. 256-927-3316
CLG - Cherokee Life Groups
📍The ROC 300 East Bypass, Centre, AL 35960
Every Tuesday
6 PM (SHARP)
Current Groups Offered:
Chemical Dependency, Family Members of Chemical Dependency-Codependency
Grief, Divorce (women only)
MONTHLY
Cherokee Connection Women's Club
Cherokee County women's non-profit club meets on the second Monday of each month.
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce meeting room located on the Gadsden State Cherokee Campus, unless otherwise stated.
Guest speakers or fun-filled activities. Catered lunch provided for $9 each person. Free parking at the rear of the Gadsden State Community College. (801 Cedar Bluff Road, Centre, AL)
Women's Club of Weiss Lake
The Women's Club of Weiss Lake meets on the second Tuesday of each month.
11:30 AM to 2:00 PM
📍Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce meeting room located on the Gadsden State Cherokee Campus, 801 Cedar Bluff Road, Centre, AL.
DO YOU HAVE AN UPCOMING EVENT AND/OR COMMUNITY ANNOUNCMENT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE?
To get your upcoming events and/or community announcements listed in our Community Events, you can submit the details to The Weekly Ledger News.
Here's how you can submit your event information:
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Contact: You can reach The Weekly Ledger News by phone at 256-523-1572 or by email at weeklyledger@gmail.com.
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Provide Event Details: Ensure you include essential information for your event listing, such as:
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What the event is (title and description)
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When it is happening (day and time)
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Where is it taking place (location)
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Any associated costs (if applicable)
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How can people get more information (phone number or website)
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Inquire about Guidelines: Contact the newspaper to find out their specific guidelines for event submissions.
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Include a Photo: Consider including a high-quality photograph related to your event, as newspapers are more likely to run listings with accompanying visuals.
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Follow Up: After submitting, follow up with the newspaper to confirm receipt of your information and to determine if they require any additional information.
Tips for Writing Your Event Description:
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Be clear and concise: Present the information in a way that is easy to understand.
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Highlight key aspects: Emphasize the most exciting or important aspects of your event.
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Define your target audience: Consider who you want to attract and tailor your description accordingly.
Remember, the earlier you submit your event information, the better the chances of it being included.