Piney Chapel American Farm Heritage Day Aug 5 & 6

Piney Chapel American Farm Heritage Day
August 5 & 6

Written by
Cayce Lee
Social Media Specialist
Athens-Limestone County Tourism Association

Seldom are the farmers heralded for their contribution to our nation and community, however, the Piney Chapel Antique Engine and Tractor Assocation ensure that this heritage isn't overlooked.   This year's Piney Chapel American Farm Heritage Days will be August 5th and 6th on the grounds at 20147 Elkton Road just north of Athens, AL. 

Grounds open at 7:00 AM on Friday and Saturday for this Southeast Tourism's Top 20 Events in the Southeast recognized event.  Attendees of all ages will want to see the equipment in action -- including the Parade of Power. 

The most highly anticipated event of the Farm Heritage Days is the nearly 20 mile Tractor Ride on August 5th that departs at 10:00AM from the grounds on a trek up Elkton Road into Elkmont for lunch with Limestone County Cattlemans' Association (separate purchase, cash only) with a return trip down the Richard Martin Rails to Trails.  This is the only time of the year that mechanized vehicles are allowed on the trail and it is included in gate admission.

Assorted gasoline engines, steam engines, antique tractors, cars, trucks, horse drawn equipment, parts vendors, swap meet, craft vendors, collectibles and much more will be on display during Farm Heritage Days.  Events include Fast Crank Competition, Slow Races, Skillet Throw for the ladies, Pedal Pull for the kids and lots more for the entire family. Live music starts at 5:30PM on Friday night.  No need to leave the grounds, a variety of concessions will be on hand too for the family to enjoy- including breakfast biscuits on Saturday morning.

Admission $5.00, children 10 and under free.  Free parking.  Flea market & parts vendors $10 set up fee.   Contact:   David Hargrove 256-431-6226, Allen Dement 256-431-0619, Marvin Putman 256-431-2316 and Mike Hodges 256-206-5926.

Athens State Student Groups Sponsoring Earth and Arbor Day Festival

For Further Information
Guy McClure
Guy.McClure@athens.edu

For immediate release
April 19, 2016
www.athens.edu

Athens State Student Groups Sponsoring Earth and Arbor Day Festival

    ATHENS, Ala. - Athens State University’s Student Government Association, the Health and Sciences Career Club, TriBeta, Kappa Pi, Phi Theta Lambda Alumni Association, and the Art Club will join forces to sponsor Earth and Arbor Day Festival 2016.  The event will be held Saturday, April 23 from noon until 4 p.m. on Beasley Field of the Athens State campus.


     The Earth and Arbor Day Festival is the biggest event of the spring semester and will feature tree tours, music, food, face-painting, rock-climbing wall, slip-n-slide, bubble ball, games and much more. All events are free and open to the public. Families are welcome. 


    “Last year’s event was very well attended and this year’s will be a great chance to learn while having fun,” says Athens State Director of Student Activities Terry Stepp. “We look forward to seeing students, families from the community, and anyone who would like to spend a day on our historic campus.”

    The Earth and Arbor Day Festival is the last student event of the academic year. It also gives Athens State graduating seniors a fantastic send-off. Call 256-233-8241 for more information.

Ardmore Crape Myrtle Festival Queen Pageant Deadline July 21st

Ardmore Crape Myrtle Festival Queen Pageant 

Deadline July 21st

Written by
Cayce Lee
Social Media Specialist
Athens-Limestone County Tourism Association



The Crape Myrtles are in bloom and it must mean the Ardmore Crape Myrtle Festival is around the corner.  The Royal Court selection occurs July 25th for their presentation during the August 29th festival at John Barnes Park.  Boys from birth to age 5 and girls birth to age 19 are invited to register for the Ardmore Crape Myrtle Festival Pageant.  Deadline is July 21st and participation is not limited to the citizens of Ardmore.  Forms can be dropped off at CB&S Bank 26314 Main Street, Ardmore, TN.

The pageant will be held at the Ardmore Tennessee Annex Building located behind People's Bank on Main Street in Ardmore.  The pageant will start at 1:00PM.  Admission is $3.00 per person, age 3 and under are free.


Entry fee per contestant: $30.00
Side Entry (Prettiest Hair, Dress, Best Smile): $15.00Optional Photogenic Category (1 photo): $5.00People's Choice Vote: $1.00 each


Spectator admission: $3.00 per person Age 3 and under and contestants: free 


For more information or questions: 256-278-5524


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