The 10: We've got ways to help you blossom with spring events
There's lots of music this week in Montgomery including several major Christian gospel acts, plus other ways to grow and enjoy the season. Check it out in this week's The 10 for March 20-26.
The Mavericks coming to MPAC on Thursday
If you’re looking for a truly amazing night of music, The Mavericks are bringing it Thursday to the Montgomery Performing Arts Centre with their own brand of eclectic rock and country. With more than three decades together, the band features Raul Malo on vocals and guitar, Paul Deakin on drums, Jerry Dale McFadden on keyboards and vocals, and Eddie Perez on lead guitar and vocals. The show starts at 7:30 p.m., and tickets range from $32 to $45. Get them online at https://www.mpaconline.org/events/ or call the MPAC box office at 334-481-5100.
Want to really know how to use a camera?
These days everybody with a smartphone thinks they’re a photographer. But what if you could actually learn to be one? Montgomery native Drayton S. Hamilton is setting the path for this with a free two-part photography workshop lecture at the Armory Learning Arts Center, 1018 Madison Ave., Montgomery. Hamilton is the author of “An American in Korea: Two Decades of Photography.” The lectures are this Friday, and March 31, 6-7:30 p.m. RSVP for the lectures by Thursday at 5 p.m. by calling 334-625-2787.
Get your Easter Bunny photos at Eastdale Mall
Easter is just around the corner. So before the Easter Bunny gets too busy, he’ll be at Montgomery’s Eastdale Mall for photos on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, now through April 8, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Learn more about Eastdale Mall happenings at https://shopeastdale.com/events/
After the Downbeat with David Phelps
The truly gifted tenor David Phelps is bringing a huge night of music to Montgomery’s Eastmont Baptist Church, 4505 Atlanta Highway, on Friday night. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the concert starts at 7 p.m. He’s a Dove and Grammy winning artist with multiple platinum-selling record projects. General admission tickets start at $28. Tickets are available online at https://davidphelps.com/
Things I Wish I Knew brunch event
Do you want to ignite, restore and maintain your special love and forgiveness? Things I Wish I Knew is a special event Saturday geared specifically toward doing that in a disconnected world. Hosted by Eric and Ashlen Nettles, with Mayor Ken and Cheryl Featherstone, Tijuanna Adetunji, and Erik and Ashley Revills, it’s being held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Nest: A Taste of Spirit at the ASU Stadium, 915 S. Jackson St., Montgomery. Tickets are $25 (single) and $45 (couples), and are available online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/things-i-wish-i-knew-tickets-528957364717
2023 Montgomery Alabama Indian Artifact Show
Bits of Native American history are taking center stage Saturday at the Alcazar Shriners, 555 Eastern Blvd., Montgomery. It’s the 2023 Montgomery Alabama Indian Artifact Show. It’s free admission to the public, and all artifacts on display are genuine — no reproductions. For more information, contact Ernie Wingard at 334-462-0973.
Chris Tomlin bringing Stories of Worship tour to Frazer Church
Contemporary Christian music singer, songwriter and worship leader Chris Tomlin, who has sold more than 7 million records, is bringing his Stories of Worship tour to Montgomery’s Frazer Church, 6000 Atlanta Highway, at 7 p.m. Saturday. Tomlin promises an evening of worship and stories about some of the most influential songs in the world. Tickets are $13.70 each, and are available online at https://www.christomlin.com/
Help the Montgomery Zoo grow with Zoo Weekend
Spring is a time of growth, and that’s true for the Montgomery Zoo as well. For 47 years, the Montgomery Zoo has been hosting Zoo Weekend, its spring fundraiser that’s packed with festival and carnival-like adventure. On Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., they’ll offer music, animal presentations, programs, games, prizes, rides, inflatables, food and more. Game tickets are $5 for a sheet of 10 tickets. Entertainment on the main and Jaguar stages includes:
Main Stage Saturday
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.: DJ Rick Hendrick (live DJ) 2 p.m. - Tony Graydon (country solo artist)3 p.m. - SSD Aerial act4 p.m. – Michael Jay Hughes (country solo artist) 5 p.m. – Sam Moore (country artist)
Jaguar Stage Saturday
11 a.m. - Rachel & Jason Rhodes Noon – Rachel & Jason Rhodes 1 p.m. – US Yoshukai Karate2 p.m. - Charlena and the Soulfulpsalmist3 p.m. – Zoo Education Department, animal presentation4 p.m. - Tiger Park Taekwondo5 p.m. – MPD K-9 demoMain Stage Sunday
11 a.m. – DJ Jody Joe (Y102 Mix DJ)12:30 p.m. - Mackenzie Battaglia (country acoustic artist)2 p.m. - Alex Walker (country solo artist)3:30 p.m. - Tony Mills (solo rock artist)5 p.m. – 13 Seconds of Silence (Rock Band)
Jaguar Stage Sunday
Noon – Zoo Education Department, animal presentation2 p.m. - US Yoshukai Karate3 p.m. – Montgomery Recreators Jazz Band4 p.m. – Redland Road Elementary Choir5 p.m. – MPD K-9 demo
In addition to the zoo’s usual amenities, they’ll have an zookeeper talks Saturday at 11:30 a.m. with the snow leopard, and a 1:30 p.m. with the bald eagle, and Sunday 11:30 a.m. with Indian rhino and 1:30 p.m. with ring-tailed Lemurs. Police and fire personnel will be there with exhibits. Saturday from 2-5pm Star Wars Characters will be roaming the zoo from 501st Legion / Vader’s Fist. Admission is $18 for adults, $14 for children 3-12. Kids 2 and under are free. The zoo is at 2301 Coliseum Parkway. Keep up with all the wild happenings at https://www.montgomeryzoo.com/
Gospel artist Tye Tribbett performing at Riverwalk Amphitheater
How much do you think it’ll cost to see a Grammy-winning gospel artist perform in Montgomery this Sunday? Well, it’s free, of course! Tye Tribbett is set to offer the city a blessing as we reflect on Montgomery’s side of the historic Selma to Montgomery march for voting rights. Montgomery is hosting the All Things New: This Side of the Bridge Celebration at Riverwalk Amphitheater, 355 Coosa St. Enter through the downtown Commerce Street tunnel, and then take a right toward the amphitheater. Gates open at 4 p.m., and showtime is scheduled for 5 p.m. There will be food trucks on site, so come hungry. Also, feel free to bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a relaxing day on the green in front of the amphitheater, with the Alabama River flowing behind.
Gallery reception for Highly Saturated Naivety
The Armory Learning Arts Center, 1018 Madison Ave., Montgomery, is holding a gallery reception for Highly Saturated Naivety, featuring artists Tiiwan Siaway (ATRICOLOR) and Winfred Hawkins (AKACHI). It’s from 4-6 p.m. Learn more online at https://allevents.in/mobile/amp-event.php?event_id=200024203068451
BONUS: Cornerstone Handcraft Market Spring 2023
Cornerstone Christian Church, 301 Dalraida Road, Montgomery, is hosting the Cornerstone Handcraft Market Spring 2023 on Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. It’s free to attend. It’ll feature a variety of handcraft vendors: home décor, woodworks, jewelry, local honey, baked goods, soy candles, pet toys, baby items, jellies and jams, and much more. This is an outdoor, family-friendly event. It’s a great time to pick up gift items, or get something special for yourself.
NOTE: Did you slip up and miss out on Savannah Banana baseball this weekend?
The outrageous Savannah Bananas baseball team is back in Montgomery Friday and Saturday at Riverwalk Stadium. But, shucks, both days are sold out already. It’s not a fluke. They tour through 33 cities in 22 states, and most all of the Bananas shows sell out very fast. It’s easy to see the “a peel,” since this is known as the “greatest show in baseball.” It’s comedy. It’s music. It’s a whole lot of antics — trick plays, TikTok dances and, of course, their own brand of Banana Ball. The closest sports comparison is probably what Harlem Globetrotters bring to basketball, though Bananas owner Jesse Cole says his team is the “Globetrotters times 10.” Follow them online at https://thesavannahbananas.com/
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