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Mayfest
Join
us on the first Saturday in May at Tom Byrne Park. Sports events,
arts and crafts, a variety of food and entertainment
on the Gazebo Stage make this an event for every family member.
Williams Station Day
Held the 4th Saturday of October,
Williams Station Day celebrates Atmore's beginning in 1866 as a supply
stop along the railroad named Williams Station. An Arts and Crafts
Show, Storytelling tent, Old Time Fiddler's Tent, professional entertainment,
a model train show, sugar cane mill and delicious food make this a great
celebration of Atmore's past.
Poarch Creek Indian Pow-Wow
For a really authentic Thanksgiving,
celebrate this holiday with the Poarch Creek Indians. Enjoy turkey, dressing,
and roasted corn as dancers from many tribes gather to compete. For
more information, call (251) 368-9136 ext. 2216.
Old-Time Fiddlers' Convention
Held the third Saturday in July,
this event gathers musicians from across the state to compete for prizes
in many divisions including the fiddle, guitar, banjo, mandolin, bands
and vocals. This event funds the Rotary Club's Academic All-Star
Scholarship Program for academic excellence.
Leadership Atmore
This program, sponsored by the
Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce, brings together individuals with diverse
backgrounds and experiences to explore the community through eight day-long
seminars. Through face to face discussions with present leaders
and experts these specially selected individuals will develop an in-depth
understanding of the current scene.
Youth Leadership Atmore
A project of Leadership Atmore,
YLA strives to give high school juniors a hands on look at the community
through a retreat and five full-day sessions covering history and culture,
law enforcement, business and industry, educational opportunities and
government.
Spring
Concert Series at Heritage Park
Sponsored by the First National
Bank & Trust, this series of four outdoor concerts is an opportunity
to enjoy fellowship and good music under the stars.
A Taste of the South
A beautiful evening of entertainment
and great food at Heritage Park. This event, coordinated by the
Leadership Atmore Class of 2004, showcases Atmore's best cooks.
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Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet
Citizen of the Year Award
Lifetime Achievement Award
Chamber Ambassador Program
Rotary Club Academic All-Star Reception and Awards
PCI Fourth of July Celebration & Fireworks Display
Martin Luther King Day Parade
Ladies of Essence Mardi Gras Parade
GECA Theatrical Productions
Leadership Atmore Graduation
American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Atmore Saddle Club Rodeo
Unity in the Community Day
Chamber of Commerce Business Before and After Hours
Christmas Tour of Homes
An Evening with Santa at Heritage Park
Twilight Christmas Parade
Atmore
Area Chamber of Commerce
501 South Pensacola Avenue
Atmore, Alabama 36502
Phone: (251) 368-3305 | Fax: (251) 368-0800
atmoreal@frontiernet.net
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