❤️ Remembering the Fallen

Tomorrow is September 11 and the Trash Pandas are hosting a few events, plus a new bookstore and a free fall festival!

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Andrew Smith
September 10, 2024

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Blast Off

The Rocket City Trash Pandas Are Remembering 9/11 With Two Community Events

Wednesday will mark 23 years since September 11, 2001. These attacks killed almost 3,000 people and injured thousands more. However, the casualties could have been much worse if it weren’t for the brave men and women who risked their lives to help clear out the towers before they collapsed.

To honor the memory of everyone who died that day, the Trash Pandas are hosting two community events: a Memorial Stair Climb and a Heroes Run.

The Memorial Stair Climb will take place on Wednesday, September 11 at 8 AM at Toyota Field. Everyone is welcome to climb the stadium stairs to mimic the climbing of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center.

If you can’t climb, you’re welcome to attend as a supporter. There will also be a coffee cart on site for everyone to enjoy.

The Heroes Run will take place on Sunday, September 15, at 9 AM. To participate, you must register online.

There is a registration fee for the run, but all proceeds will go to the Travis Manion Foundation, which supports veterans, first responders, and service members.

Taking Flight

🍻 The 27th Annual Oktoberfest Is This Weekend

Huntsville’s biggest Oktoberfest celebration is back for its 27th year at the Redstone Arsenal Activity Field. This 3-day event is open to the public, but you will need to buy a ticket to attend.

The Midway Carnival will have plenty of games, food, and rides. There will also be a Festhalle Tent with polka, marches, waltzes, and more.

And don’t worry—there will be an SEC Sports Pavillion with five big-screen TVs, so you don’t miss any of the action.

📚 Snail On the Wall Bookstore Is Opening Later This Month

Huntsivlle’s newest bookstore, Snail On the Wall, has announced that it will be opening on September 20.

To celebrate, they’ll be throwing a 2-day grand opening party with lots of exciting activities, giveaways, freebies, and more! Be sure to stop by and say hi!

🍂 Huntsville Parks and Recreation Is Hosting A Free Fall Festival

Mark your calendars for September 28 because you won’t want to miss Huntsville Parks and Recreation’s free Fall for All event at Big Spring Park East.

There will be live music from The Bubbanaughts, a mechanical bull, inflatables, pumpkin-bowling lanes, fall-themed crafts, and much more!

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Rocket City Weather

Tuesday

88 🌡️ 58 | ☁️ | 0% Chance of Rain

Wednesday

82 🌡️ 65 | ☁️ | 0% Chance of Rain

Thursday

74 🌡️ 67 | 🌧️ | 70% Chance of Rain

Friday

80 🌡️ 67 | 🌧️ | 60% Chance of Rain

Saturday

83 🌡️ 68 | 🌧️ | 40% Chance of Rain

Sunday

81 🌡️ 68 | ⛈️ | 40% Chance of Rain

Monday

80 🌡️ 68 | ⛈️ | 50% Chance of Rain

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