Good morning, Huntsville.

Huntsville residents will observe Denim Sunday as a local celebration honoring Civil Rights history.

Organizers plan community activities at a designated venue, and further details will be shared soon.

Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle will lead the 17th Annual Mayor’s Bike Ride on Saturday, May 2 at 11 a.m. at Big Spring Park; residents can enjoy a four-mile route designed for wellness with check-in starting at 10:30 a.m. (helmets required).

Huntsville residents gathered at the Voices of Change: Rise Up Against Violence event to honor victims & discuss ways to create safer neighborhoods.

Organizers said the forum provided a space for community dialogue on reducing local violence.

Bank Independent launched its Food and Family Share initiative on April 6 to help local families with food insecurity.

Donations of nonperishable food and baby diapers will be collected at bank locations and partner sites through April 24.

Ed Buckbee, founder of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center (longtime public affairs officer for Dr. Wernher von Braun), died this weekend at 89.

Grissom Dance celebrates its 30th anniversary with Joy Explosion Jubilee this spring.

The program features reimagined pieces and alumni performances with shows at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday and a final 2 p.m. Sunday, plus a community event with bounce houses, live music, and food trucks.

Alabama adjusted its early intervention model for special needs children and said services for families will not change.

The update was announced Monday, Apr. 6.

State and local agencies can apply for up to $750K each through the VA’s Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program (applications run April 6 to June 12) to fund case management, peer support and emergency clinical services for active duty members, veterans and their families.

Since Jan. 1, nearly 1,947 permits totaling over $532 million were issued in Madison, Limestone and Morgan counties as homebuilders, including Lennar Homes + DR Horton, advanced residential projects across the Huntsville area.

Boxer Brad Ginn, managing Beacon Management Services, says boxing taught him discipline that helped his family and business.

With a 20-0 record since returning in 2021, he will compete at the Las Vegas Masters and be inducted into the Masters Boxing Hall of Fame on May 15-16 (Bradenton).

Guitars and Stars

7-8 p.m. — Mars Music Hall — Discounted tickets for students and professionals — Enjoy an evening filled with music and a chance to meet the artists.

Rocket City Wine Fest | Italian Wine Dinner

6-8 p.m. — Mazzara's Vinoteca — Ticketed event — Experience a memorable Italian wine dinner with Master Sommelier Michael McNeill showcasing Italy's finest wines.

Glass Fusing Workshop: Introduction to Glass Fusing

1-4 p.m. — Burritt on the Mountain — $70 total — Create a unique 6x6 glass project while learning tips and tricks in a fun, beginner-friendly environment.

Rocket City Market

9 AM - 4 PM — University Pickers — Free entry — Discover unique vintage finds and artisan goods at Huntsville's premier outdoor market.

Young Ballers University Training Sessions

3-4 p.m. — Shoot 360 Huntsville — See website for pricing — A fun and engaging group training class for young athletes aged 7-9 focusing on skill development and teamwork.

Speaker Series with Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams

A Village of Promise 15th Anniversary event bringing people together to hear from Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams, a leader at the intersection of AI and education. This event is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, learn more about the mission of Village of Promise, and support children and families working to break the cycle of generational poverty. Tickets are available now!

Speaker Series with Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams

A Village of Promise 15th Anniversary event bringing people together to hear from Dr. Tasha Austin-Williams, a leader at the intersection of AI and education. This event is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, learn more about the mission of Village of Promise, and support children and families working to break the cycle of generational poverty. Tickets are available now!

Drone Days at U.S. Space & Rocket Center

9 AM – 8 PM — U.S. Space & Rocket Center — Check event website for costs — Experience cutting-edge drone technology in an engaging two-day event.

Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture Expo

7 PM to 12 PM — 700 Monroe St SW Parking — Check website for ticket prices — Celebrate all things geek at Alabama's largest comic and pop culture expo!

Back to the Future™ — Meet Christopher Lloyd

April 17-19 — Von Braun Center — Autograph and Photo Opportunities — Meet the iconic Doc Brown from Back to the Future.

6th Annual Crawfish Festival

11 a.m. – 11 p.m. — The Camp — Free entry — Celebrate crawfish season with live music, food, and fun for all ages.