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If you are looking for a fun way to spend the Monday holiday with the kids, Goldfish Swim School – Madison is opening up...
01/17/2026

If you are looking for a fun way to spend the Monday holiday with the kids, Goldfish Swim School – Madison is opening up the pool for a special cause! 🌊✨

They are hosting a FREE MLK Day Family Swim on Monday, January 19th from 2:00–3:00 PM. It’s a great chance to get the family together, celebrate community and unity, and let the kids burn off some of that long-weekend energy in the water. 🧡

The Details:
✔ It’s totally free, but you must register in advance.
✔ Make sure to reserve a ticket for every person who will be in the pool.
✔ Just a reminder: kiddos 5 and under need a parent or guardian in the water with them! 🏊‍♀️

Spots are limited, so we’d recommend hopping on this one quickly if you want to go. It’s going to be a splash-tacular way to honor Dr. King’s message of kindness! 🌟🤝

Head to Campsite link in our bio to register!

If you’ve ever felt a tug on your heart to learn more about foster care, there is a great opportunity coming up soon wit...
01/17/2026

If you’ve ever felt a tug on your heart to learn more about foster care, there is a great opportunity coming up soon with our friends at Kids to Love. 🕊️🏠

They are about to begin a new round of MAPPS Foundation (formerly known as TIPS) training classes. If you aren't familiar with it, this is the required training step for anyone looking to become a licensed foster parent in Alabama. It’s a safe, supportive environment to ask questions and learn exactly what it looks like to support children in our local foster system.

Important Dates: ✨ Orientation: February 23rd ✨ Classes Start: March 12th (meeting on Thursdays)

Whether you’re ready to jump in or just want to attend the orientation to see if this is the right path for your family, we’d love to see a great turnout from our community.

Head to the Campsite link in our bio for details and registration.

01/16/2026

Teachers, we know the struggle: you want a field trip that’s actually educational, but your students just want to have fun. 🚌🍎

Check out Dave & Buster’s Play Academy. It’s the ultimate 'win-win.' You get a STEAM-accredited, educator-backed program where kids learn while they play. We’re talking best-in-class curriculum developed with Big Thought and STEM.org that covers real-world skills.

The 'Play' Lab options include
🎮 How to Beat the Game: Strategy and systems thinking.
⚖️ How to Master the Physics of Play: Real-world physics in action.
💰 How to Budget Like a Boss: Financial literacy and strategy.
🩺 How to Game the Systems: Understanding health and body systems.

It’s the field trip glow-up your lesson plan has been waiting for! ✨🕹️

01/16/2026

New to town? Ask a question about Huntsville and let the 'old timers' answer it in the comments! 👇

If you have a student in Huntsville City Schools who is more of a 'hands-on' learner, you definitely want to keep this o...
01/16/2026

If you have a student in Huntsville City Schools who is more of a 'hands-on' learner, you definitely want to keep this on your radar. 🛠️✨

The Huntsville Center for Technology just opened up applications for the next school year, and it is such a cool opportunity for our kids to explore a real career path while they’re still in high school. Whether they’re interested in things like culinary arts and cosmetology or want to dive into engineering, welding, and automotive tech, they can actually earn industry certifications right here in town.

It’s open to current 8th-11th graders. The deadline to apply is January 30th, so now is the time to chat with your student and see if one of these programs sparks an interest.

It’s a great way for them to figure out what they love doing before they even head to college or the workforce.

Calling all brass fans! 🎺🎶 Saturday is the 2nd Annual AAMU Brass Day, and there is a special performance you won’t want ...
01/16/2026

Calling all brass fans! 🎺🎶 Saturday is the 2nd Annual AAMU Brass Day, and there is a special performance you won’t want to miss.

Dr. Michael Wilkinson, Associate Professor of Trombone at the University of South Carolina, will be giving a recital at 1 PM in the Morrison Fine Arts Building. 🎼✨

It’s open to everyone and totally free to attend. Whether you have a student in band or just appreciate a great live performance, it’s going to be a fantastic afternoon of music at Alabama A&M! 🏛️🙌

Is there anything better than craft day? 🎨✨ We love checking in on all the fun activities and learning happening at the ...
01/15/2026

Is there anything better than craft day? 🎨✨ We love checking in on all the fun activities and learning happening at the Ardent locations lately. Everything looks so fun, it makes us want to join in! 📚🧸

If you’ve been on the hunt for childcare in the Rocket City, you know how hard it can be to find the right fit (and an open spot!). Ardent Preschool & Daycare currently has a few openings, and it’s a great time to take a tour and go see their facilities in person.

Take a tour, meet their wonderful teachers, and see if it’s the right second home for your little one. Whether you’re looking for a nurturing infant environment or an engaging preschool program, it's worth a look! 👣🏠

Bundling up is the name of the game this long weekend, but these local plans are worth braving the chill! ❄️🧤Whether you...
01/15/2026

Bundling up is the name of the game this long weekend, but these local plans are worth braving the chill! ❄️🧤

Whether you’re looking for a way to give back for the holiday or just need a warm spot for the kids to burn off some energy while you hide out with a latte, we’ve found plenty of ways to keep the 'long weekend blues' at bay. ☕️✨

Grab your heaviest coat and check out our full list of ideas for a cozy, meaningful weekend in the Rocket City. Stay warm out there! 🧣🧤

Head to rocketcitymom.com for the details!

The start of a new year doesn't always feel like a fresh start when you are carrying the weight of a loss. While everyon...
01/15/2026

The start of a new year doesn't always feel like a fresh start when you are carrying the weight of a loss. While everyone else is focused on resolutions, we know many in our community are just trying to navigate the day-to-day reality of grief. 🤍

If you’re looking for a safe, welcoming place to process those difficult emotions, GriefShare at Grace Lutheran begins a new 13-week session on January 25th. It’s a space where people truly understand that grief isn't a neat, orderly process. It’s unpredictable, and having a support system makes all the difference.

🗓️ When: Starts January 25 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 Where: Grace Lutheran Church 💰 Cost: $20 (includes workbook); Scholarships are available.

You can register online or the day of. You don't have to walk this path alone. 🤝🕊️

Head to the Campsite link in our bio for registation.

We already know the INTUITIVE® Planetarium is a local treasure, but now it’s time to help the rest of the country catch ...
01/14/2026

We already know the INTUITIVE® Planetarium is a local treasure, but now it’s time to help the rest of the country catch up! 🚀✨

Our favorite 8K dome at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center has been nominated for Best Planetarium in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. We came so close to the top spot last year so let’s see if we can push it to #1 for 2026!

Why we’re big fans:
🔭 'Our Place in Space' show: This is our personal favorite show. If you haven’t seen it you’re missing out. They add new images from missions like Juno and BepiColombo missions that make you feel like you're actually drifting through the solar system. So even if you have seen it once, go back because chances are, they have added something new since last time you saw it. (Unless you saw it like yesterday. Still. Go see it again.)
💫 All the other shows: Honestly, we have never seen a bad show at the planetarium. Each show is engaging, interesting and out of this world entertaining. (sorry, we couldn't resist.)
🧠 The Staff: The team there is so knowledgeable. They don't just push 'play' on a movie; they act as your personal tour guides through the universe, answering questions and sharing amazing facts.
🌌 A World-Class Experience: With 8K resolution and 248 seats, it’s one of the most advanced ways to explore space without leaving Alabama.
🍿 The Popcorn: Another personal favorite of ours. It's good stuff.

How to help: You can vote once a day through February 9th. It only takes a second to show some Rocket City pride! 🗳️👇

Vote here: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-planetarium/

Do you have a high schooler interested in the nursing profession? 🏥🙌Applications are now officially OPEN for the 2nd Ann...
01/14/2026

Do you have a high schooler interested in the nursing profession? 🏥🙌

Applications are now officially OPEN for the 2nd Annual Huntsville Hospital Nurse Camp! This is a completely FREE, hands-on experience designed to give students a real-world look at life on the front lines of healthcare. 🩺✨

The Experience: Selected students will spend three days shadowing nurses across a variety of units, including 🔹 Medical & Surgical 🔹 Cardiac & Neurologic 🔹 Pediatrics 🔹 Women’s Health

Who Can Apply?
🎓 Graduating Seniors (Class of 2026)
📚 Current Juniors (Class of 2027)
❗ Must be at least 16 years old by June 3, 2026.

The Details:
🗓️ When: June 3–5, 2026 📍
Where: Huntsville Hospital and HH for Women & Children
⏰ Deadline: Applications are open now!

Spots are limited for this exclusive partnership with the Alabama State Nurses Association.

Ready to jumpstart a career in nursing? Apply today! 🚀👩‍⚕️

🔗 Apply Here: https://bit.ly/49ojfMl

Big news for our littlest learners! 🎒🍎 Registration for Alabama First Class Pre-K officially opens this Thursday, Januar...
01/14/2026

Big news for our littlest learners! 🎒🍎 Registration for Alabama First Class Pre-K officially opens this Thursday, January 15th!

For 19 years running, this program has been ranked #1 in the nation for quality. Why does that matter? Research shows that kids who participate are more likely to succeed throughout their entire school career, scoring higher on achievement tests and even staying more engaged through college. 🎓✨

What you need to know:
✅ Who: Children who are 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2026.
✅ Cost: It’s a voluntary, high-quality program with no registration fee!
✅ Selection: Enrollment is determined by a random selection drawing (typically held in March).
✅ Requirement: You must be an Alabama resident to apply.

Check out the graphics for a step-by-step look at the process. Don't wait! Get your application in early to join the random drawing! 📝🙌

🔗 Register here: https://prek.alaceed.alabama.gov

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