Lake Guntersville Chamber

Lake Cruises with Lake & River Fun
2023-09-30 09:00 - 17:30 UTC
Lake and River Fun
Cruise Schedule
Saturday September 30th
FUN RIDES
30 minute $10 rides at the Pinta
Saturday September 30th
Sunset/Dinner Cruise
Food by Mimi’s Italian night
Cruise departs 5:30pm
Full cash bar available
Book online lakeandriverfun.com
256-677-8124

Peanut Boil Social with Caring Heart Outreach
2023-09-30 18:00 - 20:00
We’re thrilled to host a Peanut Boil Social at Arab Park, a gathering designed to celebrate our incredible teens and their families. In addition to the traditional boiled peanuts including Cajun and classic flavors. We’ll also have roasted peanuts and hotdogs, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Our primary aim is to bridge the gap between our bright, aspiring teens (we serve over 220 teens now) and the influential leaders who shape our community. By the presence of our leaders, we hope to convey to our teens that they are not just valued but cherished by our community and business leaders. This simple act can be a tremendous boost to their self-esteem and aspirations.
This event also offers a unique opportunity to connect and build relationships with potential the workforce of tomorrow and voters. It’s a chance for our community and business leaders to demonstrate their commitment to nurturing the talents and potential within our youth.
We believe in the power of unity and the positive impact that can be created when our community leaders and our teens come together. Your attendance at the Peanut Boil Social can help sow the seeds of encouragement, empowerment, and inspiration in the hearts of our young generation. We’d love to have you celebrate with us and share in the joy of fostering a stronger, more connected community.
Felicia Jones, Executive Director
Caring Heart Outreach. Teen Pantry & Thrift Store. LEAD PROJECT Leadership Program
(256) 640-3349

Basic First Aid & Adult CPR at Snead State Community College (Enrollment Deadline)
2023-10-03
Basic First Aid & Adult CPR
Friday, October 13, 2023
8:00am – 12:00pm
Deadline to Register October 3, 2023
with AED Devices in accordance with American Heart Association Guidelines
$99 per person
Instructor: Jon Hamlin
Boaz Campus
Health Sciences Bldg., Room 207
501 Usry Ave., Boaz, AL 35957
Contact the Workforce Development Office
for more information and to request a link for registration.
Cherri Barnard, cherri.barnard@snead.edu, or Teresa Walker, teresa.walker@snead.edu

CPR 10.13.23

Clouds & Wood Dominate MVAC’s October Exhibit
2023-10-03 - 2023-11-03 | Mountain Valley Arts Council Gallery, 440 Gunter Avenue, Guntersville, AL, 35976, United States
Clouds & Wood Dominate MVAC’s October Exhibit
Mountain Valley Arts Council features art by Gretchen McKee, an amazing quilt by Anne Barrett, and members of the North Alabama Woodturners Association in its October exhibit. Please come meet the artists during the Artists’ Reception on October 10th from 5:30 – 7 PM and bring friends back to enjoy the exhibit from October 3rd – November 3rd at the MVAC Gallery at 440 Gunter Avenue in Guntersville.
Anne Barrett of Grove Oak has been a prize-winning hand-quilter and quilting teacher for many years. This new quilt is made of one-inch squares and a few that are divided further into halves and quarters. The pixelated look gives the quilt both a 3-D and contemporary style to it. And then, Anne hand-quilted it! Other fall-themed quilts will also be in the exhibit.
Gretchen McKee of Langston works in both oils with cold wax and watercolor. Her current landscape work in oils and cold wax illustrates tumultuous clouds that make you nearly hear weather alert alarms. The emotions they invoke are unambiguous and riveting. Her watercolors are miniatures of Alabama scenes that draw you in for a closer look and leave you smiling. The exhibit also includes notecards of Gretchen’s watercolor work.
Gretchen McKee is a graduate of the Auburn University Fine Arts program with a major in Printmaking and minors in Painting and Illustration. Her original intent was to be an illustrator of children’s books, but she quickly discovered her passion for oils and watercolor painting.
Gretchen is drawn to abstracts due to its intuitive nature and its contemporary feel. Abstract painting is a natural fit to landscape painting, her second love. She lives in Langston near the Tennessee River which provides endless inspiration. Her interpretation of the landscape around her is represented through abstract views of the beauty, emotion, and soul of the area.
Gretchen’s art was part of MVAC’s year-long exhibit in Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth’s Montgomery office suite in 2022 and 2023 as well as several exhibits in the MVAC Gallery over the past few years. She also teaches private art classes at a private school.
The North Alabama Woodturners Association creates beautiful wood-turned pieces of art that should not be a surpirse. With 70% of Alabama covered in forests with over 200 different kinds of hardwoods and this area being the sole source of chittum wood, they have nearly endless options of woods to use.
The Association which was established in 2008 meets monthly to share technique demonstrations and “show and tell” sharing. Newer members have access to a wealth of knowledge since so many of the members have decades of woodturning experience. NAW embers participating in this exhibit include Dennis Brooks – Valhermosa Springs, Bill Cash – Arab, Gary Hales – Boaz, Howard King – Cullman, Steve Kreps – Cullman, Tom Wing – Grant, and Slaten Tate – Huntsville, and more.
Generous MVAC members and business sponsors such as the City of Guntersville, Citizens Bank & Trust, Rodney’s Flowers, and Sand Mountain Toyota made these exhibits possible.

Ribbon Cutting celebrating Vives-Phillips (ViP) LLC Rentals
2023-10-03 10:00 - 10:30
Mark your calendars and join us and the Mountain Lakes Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the official Grand Opening of two luxurious short-term rentals by Vives-Phillips LLC (ViP). We will cut the ribbon at 10:00 am on Tuesday, October 3.
Located at 1314 Murphy Hill Road, Langston, AL 35755. We hope to see you there!

Lasers, Lights, & Halloween Frights Event, at The Grove Grotto & Spa
2023-10-03 10:00 - 19:00 | The Grove Grotto & Spa, 8344 Pleasant Grove Road, Albertville, AL, 35976, United States
The Grove Grotto & Spa in Albertville invites you to their upcoming Lasers, Lights, and Halloween Frights Event on Tuesday, October 3 from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm.
Enjoy discounts on laser treatments plus complimentary cryo facials, consults, and more.
Call 256-660-1714 to reserve your appointment.

Spanish for the Workplace at Snead State Community College
2023-10-03 13:00 - 2023-10-19 17:00 | Snead State Community College, 220 N Walnut Street, Boaz, AL, 35957, United States
Spanish for the Workplace
Cost: $450 per person, per class
Deadline to enroll: September 19, 2023
October 3 – 19, 2023 Tuesdays/Thursdays, – 1:00-5:00pm
October 24 – November 9, 2023 Tuesdays/Thursdays, – 1:00 – 5:00pm
Instructor: Dean Anderson
Location: Technology Center, Room 100
This course provides immediate access to functional, work-specific Spanish language skills for
non-Spanish-speaking supervisors. The language component addresses the most common and
important Spanish language commands, statements, questions, and phrases pertinent to daily
interactions between supervisors and Spanish-speaking workers at industrial sites, manufacturing
plants, and warehouses.
This course provides training to include work-specific Spanish language questions, commands,
statements, and phrases for use in a human resources setting.
• Routine Employment, Medical, & Safety Issues • Forklift Operations
• Work Rules & Regulations • Loading & Unloading
• Control & Command for Site Supervisors • Quality Control
• Maintenance Phrases • And more……
• Initial Contact & Making Appointments • Job Requirements & Offer of Employment
• Job Application & Orientation • Drug Testing Statements
• Personal & Medical Information • Layoffs & Terminations
• Employment History & Education Background • Dealing with Disgruntled Employees
• Employee Evaluation • And more…..
• Corrective Action Process
Contact the Workforce Development Office for more information and to request a link for registration.
Cherri Barnard, cherri.barnard@snead.edu, or Teresa Walker, teresa.walker@snead.edu

Hard Asks Made Easy - Free Seminar
2023-10-05
Uncomfortable making a donor ask? Ever backdown from asking for a raise? Do you have to negotiate in your job but it makes you nervous?
Laura can help you make hard asks…for anything. She will be providing 2 sessions on October 5 and its FREE, thanks to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the TN Valley and the AC Marriott Huntsville Downtown.
Go ahead and check her out at www.laurafredricks.com then come back and register for the morning or afternoon session. We’ve categorized them, sort of. Either session will not disappoint!

Location

AC Hotel by Marriott Huntsville Downtown
435 Williams Avenue Southwest Huntsville, AL 35801

Click the flyer below to register.

Wine Tasting, at La Esquina Cocina
2023-10-05 18:00 - 20:00 | La Esquina Cocina, 2469 Paddle Wheel Drive, Guntersville, AL, 35976, United States
La Esquina Cocina invites you at 6:00 pm next Thursday (10/05) for a wine tasting on the patio with suggested pairings in Guntersville.

Scotty Martin, Randy Mosley, & Mike Hasty, at Downtown 412
2023-10-05 18:30 - 21:30
October 5 Thursday 6:30- 9:30 –Scotty Martin, Randy Mosley, and Mike Hasty at Downtown 412

Indoor Yard Sale, sponsored by Guntersville Lions Club
2023-10-06 07:00 - 2023-10-07 16:00
Guntersville 4173 Scout Troop & Cubscout Pack 4173, sponsored by Guntersville Lions Club, are having a two-day indoor yard sale to raise $ for their program.
Oct 6 – 7am -4pm (Friday)
Oct 7 – 7am -12pm (Saturday)
Held at North Broad Street Church
308 N Broad St, Albertville, AL 35950

Manufacturing Day, at Snead State Community College
2023-10-06 09:00 - 12:00
Snead State Community College invites the public to Manufacturing Day – a day dedicated to discovering your career pathway.
Held Friday, October 6 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Location 1: Technology Center, 506 Usry Avenue, Boaz
Topics: Industrial Systems Technology, Welding, and Computer Science
Location 2: Aviation College, 24 Aviation Way, Albertville
Topics: Power Plant and Airframe Technologies

Blood Drive, at Howard Bentley Buick GMC
2023-10-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Howard Bentley Buick GMC, 4321 US Hwy 431, Albertville, AL, 35950, United States
Participate in a blood drive at Howard Bentley Buick GMC on Friday, October 6 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. Donors receive a gift card.

Friday Happy Hour, at Lakeshore Senior Living
2023-10-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Lakeshore Senior Living, 5000 Launch Street, Guntersville, AL, 35976, United States
A great way to wind down your day. Lakeshore Senior Living invites you to Happy Hour Fridays, each 1st and 3rd Friday of the month from 3-5pm.
Held at Lakeshore Senior Living. For details, reach out to them at (256) 849-2845.

Guntersville Wildcats Football vs Scottsboro
2023-10-06 19:00 | Guntersville High School, 14227 US-431, Guntersville, AL, 35976, United States
Guntersville Wildcats Football vs Scottsboro

Buy tickets online: https://gofan.co/app/school/AL964?activity=Football

30 Minute Fun Ride Cruises with Lake and River Fun
2023-10-07 - 2023-10-08
Saturday October 7th
FUN RIDES
30 minute $10 rides at the Pinta

Sunday October 1st
FUN RIDES
30 Minute $10 rides at the Pinta
Book online lakeandriverfun.com
256-677-8124

Fall Barn Sale, at Hidden JEM's Mercantile
2023-10-07 07:00 - 16:00
Join us at the Barn Sale! Saturday, October 7th, 7am-4pm. Antiques, books, furniture, tools, vintage fishing rods, large cast iron pots, and much more! Looking forward to seeing you there!
Barn Location:
8454 AL Hwy 69, Arab, AL 35016

Pumpkin Enrichment Workshop, at Tigers for Tomorrow
2023-10-07 12:30 - 13:30
Kicking off the fall festivities, Tigers for Tomorrow hosts a Pumpkin Enrichment Workshop on October 7th from 12:30 – 1:30pm. Participants, both young and old, engage in hands-on experience, creating enriching activities for the animals using pumpkins. This workshop not only fosters creativity but also raises awareness about animal enrichment, encouraging a deeper understanding of the animal world and the importance of mental stimulation for their well-being.
We will meet at the Pavillion. Please bring a pumpkin, peanut butter or honey, and low sugar cereals such as cheerios, corn flakes, oats.
There is no additional charge from admission to participate in this workshop.

Crux Event with Ben Dyer, at The Cigar Room
2023-10-08 12:00 - 16:00 | The Cigar Room Guntersville, 2461 Paddle Wheel Drive, Guntersville, AL, 35976, United States
The Cigar Room invites you to join them on Sunday, October 8 for a Crux Event with Ben Dyer. We will have all your Crux favorites plus deals and swag! 12:00 – 4:00 pm

Open Mic Night, at Downtown 412
2023-10-08 19:00 - 22:00
October 8 Sunday 7:00-10:00 –Open Mic Night at Downtown 412

Conversations at the Memory Cafe Session, at Guntersville First Methodist Church
2023-10-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Guntersville First Methodist Church, 539 Gunter Avenue, Guntersville, AL, 35976, United States
Conversations at the Memory Café is a relaxed atmosphere for those with memory loss and their care partners. This wonderful ministry is about building relationships and enjoying life. There will be refreshments, music, special guests, and monthly themes for guests to enjoy. Best of all, it’s free!
This session of Conversations at the Memory Café will be held October 10th, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. at the Guntersville First Methodist Church Youth Center/531 Gunter Avenue.

Blood Drive, at Marshall North Medical Plaza
2023-10-10 10:00 - 18:00, 2023-10-11 07:00 - 16:00 | Marshall Medical Center North, 8000 AL Hwy 69, Guntersville, AL, 35976, United States
Marshall Medical Centers is teaming up with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers for two October blood drives!
First day is Tuesday, October 10 from 10am – 6pm. Held at Marshall North Medical Plaza on the 3rd floor.
Second day is Wednesday, October 11 from 7am – 4pm. Held at Marshall North Medical Plaza on the 3rd floor.

Informational & Membership Meeting, by MC PALS
2023-10-10 13:30 - 15:00
Marshall County PALS (People Against a Littered State) invite the public to their upcoming info and membership meeting on Tuesday, October 10. The meeting will be held at the MC RSVP building just north of the river bridge from 1:30 – 3:00 pm. Call (256) 582-1918 for more info.

2 Cent Taco Night, at Downtown 412
2023-10-10 16:30 - 22:00
Starting at 4:30 pm, enjoy 2 cent tacos and a variety of drink specials. Held each Tuesday evening til the tacos run out! 412 Old Town St, Guntersville

North Alabama Woodturners Association & Gretchen McKee Reception, at Mountain Valley Arts Council
2023-10-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Mountain Valley Arts Council Gallery, 440 Gunter Avenue, Guntersville, AL, 35976, United States
Mountain Valley Arts Council invites you to join them for the reception celebrating the North Alabama Woodturners Association & Gretchen McKee (wood and painter), held in the MVAC Gallery (440 Gunter Avenue) on Tuesday, October 10 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm.

Artists’ Reception at MVAC
2023-10-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Mountain Valley Arts Council Gallery, 440 Gunter Avenue, Guntersville, AL, 35976, United States

Business Retention and Expansion Online Training
2023-10-11 08:00 - 12:30
Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E)
Dates: October 11, 2023
Meets: W from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
Virtual Registration Fee: $125.00

What does a successful BR&E program look like
How can EDOs build a successful BR&E program
Lessons from experienced Alabama BR&E practitioners

Fee:
$125.00

Hours:
4.00

CEUs:
0.40

Call us at 334-844-4782 to see if you qualify for a discount on this course.
The best economic development strategies for many communities are to retain and expand the existing businesses they already have. This program would exposes participants to the core concepts of BR&E, why it’s important, and avenues they can pursue to support economic developers and county leaders sustain existing business/industry through ongoing programming.

Estate Sale in Grant, by Harper House Estate Sales
2023-10-12 09:00 - 2023-10-14 14:00
Harper House Estate Sales invites you to the upcoming estate sale in Grant, AL. Sale runs Thursday – Saturday, October 12-14 from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm each day.
Address for this sale will be posted on the Harper House Estate Sales Facebook page on the Wednesday before the sale. View page here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100047007379337

Fall Concert Series (Good Vibes), by Mountain Valley Arts Council
2023-10-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Errol Allan Park, Gunter Avenue, Guntersville, AL
Good Vibes band will be playing live at Errol Allan Park on Thursday, October 12 from 6:30 – 8:30pm. Free to attend. Donations accepted. Bring a chair and get ready for a great show.
For more details, contact MVAC at (256) 571-7199 or visit their website online at www.mvacarts.org.
