Winter 2016 by Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce

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Those of us who live here have always known what a gem our city is, but now it seems the entire nation knows it too. Montgomery was recently voted the Best Historic City by USA Today ...and named All-America City by the National Civic League.

ISSUE 11 • 2016

Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce President Randall L. George Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitor Bureau Vice President Dawn Hathcock

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Publisher Pam Mashburn

Editor Jina Miniard

COPY Editor Jennifer Kornegay

Assistant Editor Courtney McMullin

Art Director

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Ad Design Heather Cooper Lauren Childs Carter Photography & Design Photography Carter Photography & Design Taste Buds Photography The Montgomery & River Region Visitor Guide is published by exploreMedia for the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitor Bureau. All information is subject to change. For the most current information, please check www.VisitingMontgomery.com facebook.com/MontgomeryCapitalCool For advertising information, questions or comments, contact: exploreMedia 7956 Vaughn Rd #331 Montgomery, AL 36116 (334) 578-7810 © Copyright 2016 exploreMedia and the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitor Bureau. All rights reserved. For additional visitor information, contact: Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitor Bureau 300 Water St. Suite 200A, Montgomery, AL 36104 334-261-1100 • 800-240-9452

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CRUISER BIKE CONTEST Want a trendy new green Regions bike?

Well, the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitor Bureau and Regions Bank have partnered together to give one lucky winner just that, a brand new green Regions bike. Find and count all the hidden bikes throughout the guide. Stop by the Visitor Center or log onto visitingmontgomery.com/bikecontest, fill out the form and if your answer is correct, you’ll be entered to win! The bike will be given away in July 2016.

You can also rent a bike today at the Montgomery Area Visitor Center. See page 98 for complete rental details.

* Look for the bike icon throughout the guide (we just gave you one). All entries must be submitted by July 1, 2016. All participants must be 16 years of age or older. No purchase necessary and you do not have to be present to win. Regions Bank will ship the bike to the closest Regions branch or bike shop to be assembled.

99 Things TO LOVE in Montgomery

The things to love in Montgomery are many and varied, and while we can’t possibly list them all, here are 99 really good ones.

9. A POWERFUL PULPIT: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spread his message of love and peaceful protest at Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church. 10. WORLD-CHANGING EVENTS: The modern Civil Rights Movement began here, and the Selma-to Montgomery march that led to the passage of the Voting Rights Act ended at the capitol building’s steps.

24. IMPORTANT PEEPS: You know a place is great when the governor lives there. Of course, since we’re the state capital, he kinda has to, but still.

11. PEDAL POWER: Discover downtown with a self-guided bike tour (on a bright green Regions bike!)

25. STATELY STYLE: The Gov’s mansion also has a pool in the shape of Alabama. ‘Nuff said.

12. NEIGHBORLY NEIGHBORHOODS: Stroll through the tree-shaded streets of the city’s oldest resident areas like Cloverdale and Cottage Hill to see charming bungalows and stately columned mansions.

26. TOTES GOATS: The capitol building sits on the summit of Goat Hill, formerly a place for goat herds to graze before it became the focal point of government in our state. Don’t miss the Goat Hill Gift Shop, packed with Alabama-made items.

13. HALLOWED GROUND: Discover the inspiring architecture of the city’s oldest churches.

DISCOVER OUR STORY 1. A BIG BIRTHDAY: In 2019, Montgomery will be 200 years old. 2. DEEP ROOTS: The telegram authorizing the first shot fired and the start of the Civil War came from Montgomery, and the city served as the Confederacy’s first capital. 3. MOMENTOUS MARKERS: Stand on the brass star showing the spot where Jefferson Davis was inaugurated President of the Confederate States of America on the capitol building’s marble steps. 4. FABULOUS FIRSTS: Montgomery had the country’s first electric streetcar system, called the Lightning Route. 5. HIGH-FLYING HERITAGE: The Wright brothers, the “fathers of flight,” held their first civilian flying school in Montgomery in the early 1900s. There’s a replica of their plane at Wright Brothers’ Park downtown. 6. LITERARY LEGENDS: F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, golden couple of the Jazz Age and famous authors, lived (drank!) and wrote in the capital city. 7. CROONER’S CADDY: See the car in which country music superstar Hank Williams took his final ride at The Hank Williams Museum. 8. A SERIOUS SIT: Rosa Parks, Mother of the Modern Civil Rights Movement, defied the law and refused to give her bus seat to a white man in Montgomery, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the rider movement.

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23. SEGWAY SIGHTS: Walking is so 2015. Hop on a standup, motorized vehicle to see the sights and conserve energy for more important things, like remembering all the dates and names from our long history.

14. TIME TRAVEL: Take a walk through the past with a visit to the authentic and preserved 19th century village at Old Alabama Town, complete with houses, a tavern and a blacksmith shop. 15. PAST LIVES: Uncover your personal history with the help of the vast genealogy resources at the Alabama Department of Archives and History. 16. CAPITOL COOL: Our magnificent state capitol building with its massive, gleaming dome is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 17. LIVING HISTORY: See the life-ways of the past in action and uncover more than 6,000 years of history at Fort ToulouseJackson Park. 18. STATE STORIES: Learn pretty much everything you want to know about the Yellowhammer state at the Museum of Alabama. 19. WALK THE WALK: Stroll through some of the city’s most significant historic sites with a trek along the Civil Heritage Trail. 20. DOUBLE ON DEXTER: The RSA office tower on Dexter Avenue is an architectural marvel that has a surprise inside. It was built over and around a historic judicial building. 21. A SHRINE TO SACRIFICE: The Maya Lin Civil Rights Memorial is a somber, dramatic reminder of the many who gave their lives in the fight for civil rights. 22. ROOFTOP RUMORS: Local lore claims there’s a casket topping one corner of the Loeb Building downtown and a mysterious body inside. Can you spot it?

27. PURPOSE-FULL PUBLIC ART: Check out the sculptures at St. Jude and Five Points, the mural at Lee Street and the mural at Bibb Street Skate Park honoring our roles in civil rights history. 28. GREEK GODDESSES: Beautiful goddess Hebe stands tall atop Court Street Fountain, where two separate towns joined to become Montgomery. 29. INSIDER SCOOPS: As the center of state government, Montgomery is the place to rub elbows with (and eavesdrop on) congressmen and senators during each legislative session. 30. GREAT GROWTH: Downtown is bustling with life and more is on the way. More than 200 additional residential condos and apartments are coming in 2016. 31. ONE-STOP SHOP: Step inside Union Station at the Montgomery Visitor Center, to get attraction info, maps and capital-citycreated stuff to take back home. 32. MORE HISTORY NEXT DOOR: Selma and Tuskegee have their own important civil rights stories to tell and are just a quick car ride away. 33. OUR CUTE NICKNAME: If you’re feeling at home here (we hope you are!) go ahead and tell your friends you’re in “the Gump. ”

EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY 34. CAN’T-MISS ‘CUE: Fill up on piles of smoked pig at this Alabama barbecue institution. The smells permeate the air downtown, giving the area a delish signature scent. 35. MORNING BUZZ STOP: Grab a cup of coffee and a blueberry scone at Café Louisa or track down the Market Town Coffee Cart downtown for some joe on the go. 36. SOUTH-MEETS-EAST EATS: Slurp up some Asian noodles done with Dixie flair at Kudzu Noodle Bar. 37. LOCAL PIE: Eat like you live here with a slice of Tomatino’s perfectcrust pizza. 38. MONTGOMERY-STYLE MEX: Fill your face with an over-stuffed burrito at El Rey Burrito Bar in Cloverdale. 39. SWEET TREATS: Indulge in a decadent cupcake from one of several city bakeries like Jozetties, Little Red Cupcake, Tish’s or Gigi’s.

40. HIP HANGOUTS: Chill and chat with a cold Alabama craft beer in the cozy, friendly atmospheres at The Tipping Point and Pine Bar.

45. CHEESY CHOW: Stuff yourself with what’s been hailed one of the South’s best greasy-good burgers at Hamburger King.

41. SOUTHERN FAVORITES: Don’t leave without eating some Southern essentials like fried chicken and collard greens washed down with syrupy sweet tea at meat-n-three joints like Martin’s, Martha’s Place, Davis Café or Mrs. B’s.

46. NUTTY NOSHING: Taste the South’s hallmark nut, the pecan, either in its original form, covered in chocolate or made into pralines at Tucker Pecan Company.

42. LATE-NIGHT JAZZ: Soak up some smooth sounds and stiff drinks at the after-hours club, Sous la Terre, downtown. 43. FROSTY FUN: Throw back a chilled shot from an ice-cube glass in the frozen shot room at AlleyBAR in the downtown entertainment district. 44. SUNSET SIPS: Enjoy a cocktail outdoors at SandBAR, sitting on a bluff overlooking the Alabama River.

47. UPSCALE EATS: Dive into the city’s emerging culinary scene at one of several fine-dining establishments helmed by awardwinning chefs. Try Central, A&P Social or La Jolla. 48. FRESH FINDS: Shop the Montgomery Curb Market to find right-off-the-farm produce, flowers and yummy homemade cakes, cookies and other treats. 49. LIVE & LOUD TUNES: Listen to some of blues’ circuit’s hottest acts while knocking back some booze and seafood at the Capitol Oyster Bar right on the river.

50. HOME BREW: Toast your time here with a glass of Montgomerymade beer at our local craft brewery, Railyard Brewing Co. And join the Mug Club to earn free beer! 51. ON-THE-GO GRUB: Grab a quick bite – try the tangy pimento cheese or out-of-this-world chicken salad – at On the Roll food truck. 52. AFTER-HOURS HUNGER HELP: Hit our nightlife hard? Ease your rumbling tummy with some breakfast any time of day or night at the Waffle House just blocks from the Entertainment District. 53. RING-A-DING: Get saved by the bell at The Exchange Bar downtown. Be the lucky one to ring a replica of the old bell from Freeney’s Tavern, the original watering hole at this site, and get a free drink as well as your signature added to the bar’s visitors’ log under the quote “for whom the bell tolls is not nearly as important as who is tolling it. ”

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Play Around 54. STARRY SIGHTS: Explore the wonders of the night sky and the universe beyond at the W. A. Gayle Planetarium. 55. NATURAL BEAUTY: Get outside and get a good look at the area’s vast bio diversity with a trek on the trails at the Alabama Nature Center just outside of Montgomery. 56. MANUFACTURING MARVELS: Get a behind-the-scenes look at cars in mid-creation, whirling, twirling and turning upside down, at the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama plant. 57. WELCOMING WEATHER: Warm up! Our climate stays mild pretty much all year long. 58. SHAKESPEARE, Y’ALL: See The Bard’s most famous works as well as contemporary musicals and favorite children’s plays at the official state theatre, The Alabama Shakespeare Festival. 59. ART ALL AROUND: Find an impressive collection of American art as well as rotating exhibits at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts. 60. FRIENDLY FACES: Get used to sincere smiles and heaping helpings of hospitality from our residents.

70. NATIVE TALENT: We’re overrun with artists. Peruse local galleries like Stonehenge and Dauber Gallery to find the creative endeavors of area photographers, painters and more. 71. HOT STUFF: Catch a Montgomery Biscuits baseball game at the historic Riverwalk Stadium where you’ll be greeted by tons of eating options (including warm, fresh biscuits) as well as plenty of exciting game action. 72. MAGICAL MUSIC: The Montgomery Symphony Orchestra puts on a season of shows each year. Two favorites include its Pops Concert in May and Broadway Under the Stars each September. 73. STUNNING SHOWS: See awardwinning productions, Broadway tours and big-name bands in concert at The Montgomery Performing Arts Center. 74. SERENE ESCAPES: Slip into tranquility with a treatment at the European spa at The Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa. 75. CHILD’S PLAY: Let the kiddos get wet and wild in the fountain at the Splash Pad in Riverfront Park. 76. FURRY-FRIENDLY SPOTS: Let Fido off the leash for a romp at the city’s Bark Park.

61. KIDS’ CREATIVE SPACES: Let your little ones express themselves through the interactive exhibits and activities at ArtWorks inside the Museum of Fine Arts.

77. FILM FIX: Screen a foreign movie or a quirky small film at our independent theatre, The Capri.

62. WILD THINGS: Get up close and personal with more than 700 animal species in natural habitat exhibits, as well as a skylift and a train ride, at The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Museum.

78. GROWING GOODNESS: See what’s sprouting at our all-natural urban Downtown Farm and meet some cool chicks who live in one of the hippest coops around.

63. RIVER ROLLIN’: Cruise on down the water with a relaxed ride on the Harriott II Riverboat.

79. HIGH-UP COOL DOWN: Splash and swim in The Renaissance Montgomery Hotel’s rooftop pool, complete with a fullservice bar and a stunning skyline view.

64. ENTERTAINMENT ALFRESCO: Catch an outdoor concert or ballet by moonlight at the Riverfront Amphitheater. 65. OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Get your heart pounding mountain biking or hiking on the Swayback Trail or with some thrilling whitewater paddling on the Coosa River, both on the city’s outskirts. 66. BEAUTIFUL BLOOMS: Wander through acres of flowers and statuary representing mythical Greek heroes and gods at Jasmine Hill Gardens. 67. GREEN SPACES GALORE: Take a walk, fly a kite or just relax with a book at one of the multiple parks and playgrounds scattered all over the city. 68. RETAIL THERAPY: Shop till you drop at unique boutiques, antique malls and major national chains. 69. WATER WALK: Take a stroll on the banks of the Alabama River on the RiverWalk at Riverfront Park, downtown.

80. COWS CALLING: Let kids lasso a look at ranch life with some time playing and learning at the Mooseum, hosted by the Cattlemen’s Association. 81. TREASURE TROVES: Shop for gems from yesterday at one of our many antique stores or markets like Eastbrook Flea market. 82. GAMES THAT GIVE BACK: The Wind Creek Casino, owned and operated by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, has all the gaming good times you’re after. Plus, the Band generously supports charities and arts in our region. 83. STORY SWAP: Stop by Rescued Relics on Madison downtown where you can leave a book you’ve already read and then pick up a new one. 84. DUCK, DUCK GOOSE: Walk, run or just feed some feathered friends by the lake at Blount Cultural Park, a 300 acre green space located at the center of the city.

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Don’t Miss The Fun 85. GRIDIRON ACTION: The Sunbelt and MAC college football conferences face off each December in the Camellia Bowl. 86. ART(ISANS) & CRAFTS(MEN): Creators of foods, art, furniture, music, fashion and so much more from all over Alabama come to the capital city each May for the Southern Makers event. 87. RAD RACES: The annual Montgomery Marathon draws thousands of runners to Montgomery each spring. 88. WATERFRONT WINE: Sample pours from more than 100 wineries at the Riverwalk Wine Festival held in October.

89. FOOD-FOCUSED FELLOWSHIP: The annual Farm-to-Fork Food Invasion brings a noted chef to the city to make a menu from fresh and local wares. 90. FALL FAMILY FUN: The Alabama National Fair offers carnival rides, a circus, racing pigs, countless fried food options and more every autumn. 91. GHOSTLY GOOD TIMES: Hank Williams’ most devoted fans gather at his grave each New Year’s Eve at midnight hoping the music legend’s spirit will appear.

92. BEER BASH: Try some foaming favorite craft beers at Tavern Fest, held at Old Alabama Town each autumn. 93. SAVORY SEVEN DAYS: EatMGM, held each summer, is a weeklong palatepleasing, tummy-testing celebration of our fabulous food culture. 94. NECK-HAIR-RAISING RIDES: Take a tour of some of the city’s scariest sites while riding in a hearse for the Haunted Hearse Tours each October. 95. UNDEAD EVENTS: Zombies come out to party and play during the annual Zombie Walk and Zombie Prom.

ONE FINAL BITE: Chris’ Hot Dogs, located on historic Dexter Avenue, has been a part of the city’s rich heritage, for 99 years, since opening in 1917. Drop in, order a dog “all the way” and enjoy a tasty tradition. At the beginning of the 20th century, Chris Katechis left his home in Greece to make a life in America. He made his way south to Montgomery and opened a fruit stand in his new home, where he also sold hot dogs, on a corner of Dexter Avenue downtown in 1917. “It was little more than a lean-to against the side of the existing building,” Costas “Gus” Katechis, Chris’ grandson, explained. The original name for the establishment was Post Office Café, but as it became evident that his hot dogs, smothered in a thin, spicy and tangy red sauce, were more popular than the produce, Chris changed the name to reflect what had become the focal point of the restaurant. Almost a century later, Chris’ Hot Dogs is still owned and operated by the Katechis family, and if its booth-lined walls could talk, they’d have some interesting tales to tell. Hollywood starlets, country music icons, literary luminaries, political power players and even U.S. presidents have made their way to Chris’ in the last 10 decades. “FDR came through Montgomery on a train many times, on his way to and from his place in Warm Springs, Ga.,” Gus said. “Every time, he’d

96. CLASSY CLASSICS: Every year, the local chamber music group Clefworks proves that classical music is for everyone. 97. FUNKY FUNDRAISING: Catch a concert in the Live & Listen Series, featuring the latest up-and-coming bands with proceeds going to area charities. 98. BURNING HOT HUNKS: Scores of super-fit firemen descend on the capital city each year to compete in the Firefighter World Combat Challenge. Hubba, hubba! And then there’s …

send porters to get him a box of our hot dogs.” Presidents Harry Truman and Ronald Regan have both stopped by for a dog or two, and George H. Bush got a box to go. And a young Hank Williams ate there often, sitting at the counter and writing song lyrics on paper napkins. They were no doubt all drawn to the small, unassuming spot by the secret hot dog sauce, just one component topping Chris’ most-ordered item, a hot dog “all the way.” “It has mustard, freshchopped onions, kraut and the chili sauce,” Gus said. And what’s in that famous sauce? “I’ll never tell,” Gus said. “The recipe isn’t even written down anywhere.”

Now Gus is keeping the tradition alive, modernizing operations some, but leaving the really important things alone, including the sauce. “It’s what we’re known for, and it’s been the same for almost 100 years. We’re not messing with that!” he said.

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The A&P Social

In historic Old Cloverdale, Chef Miguel Figueroa shines offering fantastic dining in an inviting neighborhood setting. The comforting menu is focused on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Try favorites like the buffalo fried oysters and thick, juicy pork chops or the signature dish, Shrimp & Grits featuring Alabama Gulf shrimp and Cajun andouille sausage over cheese grits topped with fresh peppers. 334-356-3814 • theapsocial.com

Central

A sophisticated yet laid-back feeling permeates this downtown restaurant that’s in an old 1890’s grocery warehouse. Central’s menu is focused on fresh, regional products like produce, meats and Gulf seafood and changes often to reflect what’s in season. Occasionally, just-harvested veggies and herbs are delivered from the nearby Downtown Urban Farm, and Chef Randal creates a special menu for the evening based on whatever arrives. It’s a culinary experience not to be missed. D 334-517-1155 • central129coosa.com

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Sinclair’s

This neighborhood favorite’s moderately priced menu offers soups, crisp salads, heaping helpings of pasta, juicy steaks and more. The signature dish at Sinclair’s is the Bleu Cajun Filet, a tender, juicy filet mignon, cooked to order and seared with Cajun seasonings and finished in the oven to melt the bleu cheese crumbles on top. It comes with a choice of two sides. Enjoy this delight at one of two Sinclair’s locations in the city: in the heart of Old Cloverdale or in East Montgomery on Vaughn Road. 334-271-7654 • sinclairsrestaurants.com

FIRE Steakhouse

Melt-in-your-mouth steak is only one of the taste-bud-tempting options that begs to be ordered at FIRE Steakhouse in the Wind Creek Casino in Wetumpka. Prime-grade meats and fresh seafood are all prepared with expertise and served in style. Starters like bacon-wrapped scallops with grilled pineapple relish get your appetite ready for the signature dish, a seasoned filet mignon broiled to your degree of perfection and topped with a medallion of herbed butter. 866-WIND-360 • firesteakhouse.com

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La Jolla

Serving dinner only, La Jolla’s menu has something for any taste offering everything from small plates and delicious pastas to meats cooked to perfection on a Big Green Egg. Try La Jolla’s signature dish, a hickory-grilled filet mignon topped with salt-licked Gulf shrimp and truffle oil over fig balsamic risotto with black garlic, oven-roasted tomatoes, mushrooms and piquant parmesan cheese. Wash it all down with a draft beer, a creative cocktail or a glass of vino from this fine-dining establishment’s 100-plus-long wine list. 334-356-2600 • lajollamontgomery.com

Montgomery Café

Conveniently located inside Embassy Suites, right next door to the Visitor Center downtown, Montgomery Cafe specializes in American and Southern cuisine all served with a nice dollop of Southern hospitality. Its signature dish, pecan-crusted salmon with Southern fried rice and roasted asparagus, showcases the delicious mix of flavors on the menu. D 334-269-5055 • embassysuitesmontgomery.com

The House

Tucked inside the The Renaissance Hotel downtown, The House is a sophisticated fine-dining experience with a diverse menu of creative dishes like the signature dish, Cast-Iron Seared Scallops. Buttery pan-seared scallops are served with a rustic corn and okra hash and creamy lima bean puree to create a must-try dish. D 334-481-5166 • houserestaurantmontgomery.com

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B.B. King’s Blues Club & Restaurant

The good times keep coming at B.B. King’s Blues Club, and so does the good food. From golden-fried catfish nuggets to a rich and hearty Gumbo Ya Ya, there is no shortage of delicious filling options, all with some Southern flair. Try the signature dish, a meaty rack of ribs cooked low and slow with plenty of smoke until fall-off-the-bone tender. 866-946-3360 • windcreekmontgomery.com

A full service, casual, sit down restaurant that specializes in American and Southern cooking and Southern Hospitality Express Lunch Entrées: 11am - 2pm Sunday-Friday Dinner: 5pm - 10pm All Week Happy Hour: 5:30pm - 8:30pm Parking Validated for Dining

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Located in the Embassy Suites Atrium 300 Tallapoosa St, Montgomery, AL 36104

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Wintzell’s Oyster House

This seafood restaurant has been serving up fresh Gulf Seafood for over 75 years. Its Montgomery location is keeping the legacy alive with a menu offering oysters prepared just about any way you can imagine. The signature dish is the Redfish Bienville, blackened redfish topped with bienville sauce and blackened jumbo shrimp served over a bed of Cajun rice. D 334-262-4257 • wintzellsoysterhouse.com

Tokyo

Enjoy sushi? Then check out Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse in Prattville. You’ll find all your favorite Asian-inspired dishes cooked right in front of you on hibachi grills as well as a large sushi menu featuring diverse offerings to suit every taste. Each selection is handmade from the freshest ingredients and arrives at your table looking like a work of art so pretty, you’ll almost think twice about eating it. Almost. Sip a fancy specialty drink or a cold beer while dining on some of the best Japanese cuisine in Prattville. 334-285-7088 • tokyoprattville.com

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Momma Goldberg’s Deli

Fill up on deli favorites at this casual sandwich shop that promises good food in a friendly atmosphere. There’s a hot secret behind its award-winning sandwiches: each is steamed to warm perfection, which brings out the meats’ savory flavors and makes the cheese nice and melty. Try its signature dish, the Momma’s Love sandwich, a generous pile of tender roast beef, hickory smoked turkey breast topped with all the fixins’ like spicy mustard, mayo, lettuce and tomatoes. Order a basket of Momma’s Nachos, Doritos smothered in pepper-jack cheese, to create a meal that’ll make your momma proud. 334-517-1071 • mommagoldbergsdeli.com

Which Wich

Satisfy a big hunger with an even bigger sandwich at Which Wich. Pick your bread and then choose from a range of fine meats and cheeses. Top it off with a variety of flavored mayos and mustards as well as creative spreads like pesto, buffalo or the hot pepper mix. The signature dish is so bad it’s good: The Wicked stuffs turkey, ham, roast beef, pepperoni, bacon and three cheeses of your choice into an envelope of fluffy fresh-baked bread. 334-356-1744 • whichwich.com

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The Tipping Point

Located in Hampstead in East Montgomery, The Tipping Point has something for everyone. This casual restaurant, bar and coffee shop has been called “The Best Snack Bar in the US” for its famous pimento cheese and signature Chicago Dogs packed with flavor. With the city’s largest selection of craft beer and its wellloved outdoor areas including the Kids’ Hill, The Tipping Point is a great spot for all ages to enjoy a beautiful afternoon or night out. 334-260-9110 • tippingpointhampstead.com

Cucos Downtown

Cucos is the place to fill up on Tex-Mex standards like tacos, burritos and quesadillas. If you’re feeling famished, eat like a world leader by ordering this cozy eatery’s signature dish, the El Presidente. It includes cheese-smothered enchiladas, rice and refried black beans, crunchy chimichangas and a taco, all served with never-ending chips and salsa. D 334-832-0081 • cucosmexicancafe.com

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7760 EastChase Pkwy Montgomery, AL 36117 Located in the heart of EastChase, next to Staybridge, at the corner of EastChase Parkway and EastChase Lane.

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Railyard

Railyard Brewing Company is making and serving the capital city’s only locally brewed craft beer. Don’t leave without a frosty mug full of Y’all’s Alabama Light Lager, a smooth pilsner that goes great with the restaurant’s diverse menu of burgers and other casual classics, including the signature dishes: the Mema’s Burger made with Certified Angus Beef, homemade pimento cheese, smoked bacon, served on a pretzel bun. D 334-262-0080 • railyardbrewingcompany.com

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Blackfinn Ameripub

This new addition to Montgomery’s dining scene promises classic pub grub in a lively, high-energy atmosphere. There are plenty of delicious dishes to choose from, but you can’t go wrong with the signature dish, The Iron Skillet Mac-n-Cheese, a blend of savory cheeses, pasta, bacon and tomatoes topped with toasted bread crumbs and your choice of pulled BBQ pork or blackened chicken. 334-517-1760 • blackfinnameripub.com

Sa Za Serious Italian Food

Sa Za is a feast for the senses. Taste authentic Italian masterpieces like Eggs in Purgatory, Stuffed Anaheim Hot Peppers as well as traditional and specialty pizzas. Join the crowd and try Sa Za’s angel hair pasta with Maine lobster meat, chopped shrimp and spinach in a chardonnay, exploded garlic and olive oil sauce. Or opt for its signature dish, the Rigatoni Bolognese, which boasts a rich sauce of carrots, celery, onion, beef, pork and cognac that is roasted for five hours before it’s finished with cream. Carmelina San Marzano tomatoes are tossed with fresh herbs and rigatoni pasta to round out this unforgettably classic dish. D 334-495-7292 • sazapizza.com

Irish Bred Pub

You too can experience the “the luck of the Irish” no matter your family origins at the Irish Bred Pub downtown. In a cozy, old-world atmosphere reminiscent of the Emerald Isle’s classic pubs, enjoy the signature dish Shrimp n Grits featuring a dozen succulent gulf shrimp sautéed in a pancetta and garlic beurre blanc sauce and piled atop creamy stone-ground grits. At lunch, Irish Bred Pub offers a Southern-style “meat-n-three,” but the full menu has traditional Irish favorites like crab boxty, fish and chips and shepherd’s pie. D 334-834-7559 • irishbredal.com

VOTED “MONTGOMERY’S BEST BAR FOR COLD BEER” LUNCH & DINNER MENU FEATURING OUR FAMOUS HOT DOGS, LEGENDARY PIMENTO CHEESE & CROWD PLEASING COOKIE SKILLETS

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Rock Bottom American Pub

Rock Bottom is the River Region’s place for sports (including PayPer-View events), music, fun cocktails, cold beer and big, flavorful specialty burgers like its Jalapeno Ranch Burger, its Southwest Burger and its signature dish, the Breakfast Burger: a fresh grilled beef patty crowned with crispy hashbrowns, bacon, sharp cheddar cheese and a perfectly cooked over-easy egg. 334-239-7625 • rockbottomamericanpub.com

Chris’ Hot Dogs

For a bite of Montgomery and a mouthful of history, grab a few napkins and get your hands around a hot dog from Chris’ Hot Dogs on Dexter Avenue. This legendary diner marked by the green-and-white-striped awning opened on May 1, 1917. It’s now being run by the second and third generations of its founding family. You can get a hamburger here, but the signature dish is a Hot Dog “All the Way,” a dog drenched in Chris’ secret sauce, sautéed onions and kraut. D 334-265-6850 • chrishotdogs.com

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Chappy’s Deli

Chappy’s Deli has been serving a full breakfast, lunch and dinner for a quarter of a century. Voted the city’s best deli for years, Chappy’s Deli offers classic deli sandwiches as well as fresh salads, tasty burgers and grilled chicken. Popular items include the Maple Turkey Croissant, the Sourdough Steak Melt and the Portabella Swiss Burger. Enjoy the Conecuh Sausage Scramble or Belgian Waffles in the morning. And Chappy’s homemade desserts add a sweet ending to any meal. Chappy’s three locations make it convenient (Perry Hill Rd, Vaughn Rd and Baptist South Hospital), and there’s a Prattville location too. 334-279-7477 • chappysdeli.com

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Mugshots

If you’re craving a burger so good it’s won multiple awards, then head over to the Mugshots Grill & Bar. Start things off with an order of tangy fried pickles. Then get ready for the main attraction, Mugshots’ signature dish: The Come-Back Burger. It’s a seasoned beef patty rocked with A-1 Steak Sauce, bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and the joint’s tangy homemade “comeback” sauce, served on a toasted bun with beer-battered fries. 334-277-1682 • mugshotsgrillandbar.com

Speak Southern?

IF YOU’RE NOT FROM AROUND HERE, SOME OF THE LINGO YOU’LL READ AND HEAR AT AREA RESTAURANTS MAY BE CONFUSING. HERE’S A LITTLE DICTIONARY TO HELP DECIPHER SOUTHERN FOOD SPEAK.

Meat & Three: Usually refers to more casual “home cooking” spots and means the menu offers a plate with your choice of one meat (fried chicken, country fried steak, fried catfish — sensing a pattern here?) and three sides, usually Southern-style vegetables like fried okra, fried green tomatoes, squash casserole, creamed corn, collard greens (see definition below) and more. Often served with cornbread or biscuit. Grits: A creamy, savory porridge-like dish made from ground hominy and often embellished with cheese. Shrimp & Grits is a favorite Dixie dish. Sweet Tea: The default setting when you order a glass of iced-tea down here. And sweet means S-W-E-E-T. Specify “unsweet” if you don’t want any sugar. Or ask for half-and-half for just a little sweetness. Collard Greens: Collards are leafy green veggies that are packed full of vitamins. They’re most often slow-cooked for hours with some kind of pork fat for flavoring. Look for a glass bottle with little green peppers in vinegar on your table; it’s pepper sauce, and it’s meant to be sprinkled on your collards.

Dreamland

End your quest for the perfect ‘cue at Dreamland BBQ downtown, famous for its succulent ribs and delicious sauce. Feel free to ”pig out” on some pork, but save a little room for dessert since Dreamland’s signature dish is its Banana Pudding. It’s made fresh daily with all the right stuff—vanilla wafers, ripe bananas, fluffy whipped cream and creamy pudding—plus a secret ingredient that puts it over the top. Dreamland also offers the largest draft beer selection in central Alabama and has outside dining. D 334-273-7427 • dreamlandbbq.com

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One 2 Zero

Inside the Doubletree Hotel downtown, this casual eatery offers sophisticated, contemporary dishes inspired by the local harvest and Southern heritage. Its service lives up to the area’s lauded hospitality with an emphasis on food “done your way.” Start with an order of honey-bourbon glazed wings and sweet potato fries, and then try the signature dish, the double bone-in pork chop with herb butter served with smoked Gouda grits with creamed spinach. D 334-245-2320

Twin Peaks

This lodge-like sports bar offers cold beer, hearty comfort foods and all the sports action you’re after on HD televisions. Try the signature dish, Mom’s Pot Roast, slow-roasted, tender beef with a rich homemade brown gravy and sides of roasted carrots and potatoes in garlic butter as well as green beans. 334-513-1244 • twinpeaksrestaurant.com

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A full range of south-of-the-border favorites can be found at this Mexican restaurant, but its signature dish, the classic taco salad, always proves popular. Seasoned ground beef or chicken is piled high in a crisp tortilla bowl along with shredded lettuce, cheese, flavorful salsa, chunky guacamole and sour cream. Find all your south-of-the-border favorites at either location: downtown in the Alley or on Chantilly Boulevard. D 334-262-4939

Wasabi

Downtown in the Alley, Wasabi offers exceptional Japanese cuisine, including sushi that looks as good as it tastes. The signature dish is the 007 Roll, a deep-fried roll filled with spicy tuna and cool avocado. Try it with the Sushi & Sashimi combo, which includes the chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice of four pieces of sushi, nine pieces of sashimi and one California roll. You can also enjoy private dining or take advantage of catering services at Wasabi. D 334-517-1555

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The Exchange

With world-class wines, beer and cocktails all served up in a swanky atmosphere that includes a covered patio complete with live entertainment nightly, The Exchange at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa could stop right there and still be a great place to kick back and hang out. But wait… there’s more. They also offer a tasty menu to complement the bar with items like housebreaded Pecan Chicken Fingers with honey mustard, and the signature dish, Maryland Crab Cake Sliders, which are mini crab cakes served on snowflake rolls with Old Bay tartar sauce. D 334-481-5165 • houserestaurantmontgomery.com

Magnolia’s Grill & Bar

Convenience is key, and at the Holiday Inn Montgomery Airport South, you don’t even have to leave the premises to enjoy a good meal. The property’s on-site restaurant, Magnolia’s Grill & Bar, serves a variety of foods. A favorite of locals, the Mag Salmon, is panko breaded salmon filets served with battered fries along with a spicy asian dipping sauce and ranch sauce. 334-288-3858

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At Itta Bena, casually elegant Southern dining with a Mississippi Delta twist is waiting. Named for the town where blues legend B.B. King was born, this restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere and out-of-this-world cuisine with favorites like shrimp and grits, crab cakes, surf & turf and more. Try the signature dish, a succulent duck leg served atop a root veggie hash and a crispoutside and soft-inside waffle. 866-946-3360 • windcreekmontgomery.com

This Japanese Steakhouse features the popular hibachi grill tableside where Far Eastern favorites like fried rice and chicken teriyaki are expertly and entertainingly prepared. It also offers a full-service sushi bar, and its signature dish is the Donkinkon Roll, a tasty combo of crispy fried soft shell crab and avocado inside with tuna, eel and more avocado on top. The Chef’s Special Sauce is the finishing touch. You can also enjoy private dining or take advantage of catering services at Kabuki. 334-273-8885 • kabukimontgomery.com

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Treat yourself to Pastry Chef Maggie’s heavenly cinnamon bun bread pudding with bourbon caramel and bourbon roasted pecans.

Chocolate Sinclair Sinclair’s

Indulge in a flour tortilla shell packed with ice cream and drowned in hot fudge. Sliced almonds and whipped cream are the finishing touches.

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Do your best not to fill up on delicious deli classics so you can enjoy a mini ice cream cone filled with the soft-serve flavor of your choice. And the best part? It’s free.

Considered a “must-have” treat by locals, choose from over 100 artisan cupcake flavors including Tish’s Signature Red Velvet.

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ASIAN & INDIAN AH-SO Sushi & Steak 5215 Carmichael Rd 334-647-1444 Lunch $ $ Dinner $ $

Ala Thai East

Atlanta Hwy |6663 334-271-3141 Lunch $ Dinner $

Asia Bistro & Seafood 7839 Vaughn Rd 334-213-3628 Closed: Mon Lunch $ Dinner $ asiabistroal.com

Bayleaf Indian Cuisine

Minnie Brown Rd |8868 334-356-4533 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ Buffet City

Atlanta Hwy |5461 334-279-1678 Lunch $ Dinner $

East China

Vaughn Rd |8153 334-279-1779 Lunch $ Dinner $ Genghis Grill

EastChase Pkwy |7216 334-277-5766 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ genghisgrill.com Green Papaya

Coliseum Blvd |409 334-395-7654

Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ greenpapaya-cuisine.com Hibachi Sushi & Supreme Buffet 181D Eastern Blvd 334-260-6111 Lunch $ Dinner $

Kabuki Japanese Steakhouse 7834 Vaughn Rd 334-273-8885 Lunch $ Dinner $ kabukimontgomery.com

Chin Chin 3441 Malcom Dr 334-394-9998 Lunch $ Dinner $ montgomerychinchin.com

Bell Rd |2727 334-273-8883

The Crazy Buffet 5831 Atlanta Hwy 334-215-0055 Lunch $ Dinner $

EastChase Pkwy |7760 Opening Winter 2016

Cuisine Style Express

S Decatur St |1172 334-517-1357 Lunch $ Dinner $

King Buffet

Lunch $ Dinner $ Kobe Japanese Steakhouse

Lunch $ Dinner $ Korean Garden

Vaughn Plaza Rd |2801 334-277-5685

Kudzu Noodle

Cloverdale Rd |503 334-356-4813

Closed: Sun-Mon Dinner $ kudzunoodlebar.com Kung Fu Panda

Eastern Blvd |2787 334-375-0123 Lunch $ Dinner $

Lek’s Railroad Thai at Union Station 300 Water St D 334-269-0708 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$

Lek’s Taste of Thailand

Atlanta Hwy |5421 334-244-8994 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$

Midori 5824 Woodmere Blvd 334-593-1754 Lunch $ Dinner $

Ming’s Garden

Eastern Blvd |1741 334-277-8188

Lunch $ Dinner $ mingsgardenmontgomery.com Miyako Japanese Steak & Sushi Bar 8173 Vaughn Rd 334-215-2275 Closed: Sun Dinner $$ miyakojapaneserestaurant.net

Mr. Chen’s

Altanta Hwy |5461 334-260-9558 Lunch $ Dinner $

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Noodles Cafe

Vaughn Rd |8123 334-517-1179 Lunch $ Dinner $ noodlescafe.net Saigon Bistro

Eastern Blvd |1060 334-279-5921 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ Satsuki

Atlanta Hwy |6534 334-239-7450 Lunch $ Dinner $

Shilla Korean Restaurant

Carmichael Rd |5215 334-396-8007 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ Shiella

Eastdale Cir |3526 334-396-8007 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ Closed: Sun Street Cafe

Eastern Blvd |2777 334-396-2232

Closed: Mon Lunch $ Dinner $$ streetcafeinmgm.com

Montgomery native Chef Todd Batey is the owner of La Jolla and one of several chefs thrilling guests at his restaurant with flavorful dishes plated with flair and served by friendly staff. He got interested in cooking while in college and finds inspiration in Mother Nature’s bounty, particularly the abundance of fresh veggies, herbs and other products available in the River Region. A consistent commitment to quality from Batey and his team makes the dining experience at La Jolla something special, as he explained. “We have a great staff and always use quality ingredients,” he said. “We make people happy, and that is what cooking is all about.”

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Sushi Café

Zelda Rd |3004 334-819-7060

Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ montgomerysushicafe.com Sushi Yama 2070 Eastern Blvd 334-612-7800 Lunch $ Dinner $$

Top China 9160 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-1668 Lunch $ Dinner $ topchina.150m.com

Wasabi Japanese Cuisine

Coosa St D |117 334-517-1555

Lunch $ Dinner $$ Willow Tree Sushi Hibachi & BBQ 2690 Eastern Blvd 334-271-9600 Lunch $ Dinner $ Closed: Sun

Yokohama 2762 Bell Rd 334-517-1891 Lunch $ Dinner $

BARBEQUE Country’s Barbecue 2610 Zelda Rd 334-262-6211 Lunch $ Dinner $ countrysbbq.net

Country’s Barbecue 5761 Atlanta Hwy 334-270-0126 Lunch $ Dinner $ countrysbbq.net

Dreamland BBQ 101 Tallapoosa St D 334-273-7427 Lunch $ Dinner $ dreamlandbbq.com

Jim N Nick’s Bar-B-Q 6415 Atlanta Hwy 334-213-0046 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ jimnnicks.com

K&J Rib Shack 4255 S Court St 334-356-1368 Closed: Sun–Mon Lunch $ Dinner $

Sam’s Bar-B-Que 3510 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-0008 Closed: Sun & Mon Lunch $

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Museum Dr |One 334-240-4339 Closed: Sun–Mon Lunch $ mmfa.org

Shashy’s Fine Foods 1700 Mulberry St 334-263-7341 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ shashys.com

CASUAL DINING American Deli 109 N Burbank Dr 334-676-2328 Lunch $ Dinner $ iloveamericandeli.com

Chappy’s Deli 8141 Vaughn Rd 334-279-1226 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ chappysdeli.com

Chicken Salad Chick 3070 Zelda Rd 334-517-1378 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ chickensaladchick.com

Chicken Salad Chick

Vaughn Rd |7924 334-649-4828

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 3001 Carter Hill Rd 334-264-9064 Lunch $ Dinner $ applebees.com

EastChase Pkwy |7355 334-270-1973

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 3195 Taylor Rd 334-274-0009 Lunch $ Dinner $ applebees.com

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 6601 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-1902 Lunch $ Dinner $ applebees.com

B.B. King’s Blues Club & Restaurant 1801 Eddie L Tullis Rd 866-946-3360 Lunch $ Dinner $$ windcreekmontgomery.com

Blackfinn Ameripub

EastChase Pkwy |6854 334-517-1760

Lunch $ Dinner $$ blackfinnameripub.com Brins Wings

Bell Rd |3133 334-244-9464

Lunch $ Dinner $ The Butcher Block 9559 Vaughn Rd 334-647-1314 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

Capital Stockyard Café

Furnace St |1464 334-265-6033

Cafe Louisa 1036 E Fairview Ave 334-264-4241 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ cafelouisa.com

Perry Hill Rd |1611 334-279-7477

Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ chappysdeli.com

American Deli 971 Ann St 334-262-6122 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ iloveamericandeli.com

A’rtos Bakery 2775 Eastern Blvd 334-676-1885 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $

Chappy’s Deli

E South Blvd |2055 334-286-9200

Breakfast $ Lunch $

Chappy’s Deli

Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ chappysdeli.com

Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ chickensaladchick.com Chili’s

Lunch $ Dinner $ chilis.com Chris’ Hotdogs

Dexter Ave D |138 334-265-6850 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ chrishotdogs.com

Commerce Street Soda Shop 15 Commerce St D 334-262-8282 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

Courthouse Cafe 100 S Lawrence St D 334-832-1684 Closed: Sat-Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $

D’ Road Café

Atlanta Hwy |6250 334-356-1563 Closed: Sun Lunch $

D’ Road Downtown

Montgomery St D |121 334-356-1563

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ El Paso Chili Company

N Eastern Blvd |539 334-244-0118 Closed: Sun Lunch $

The Exchange at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel 201 Tallapoosa St D 334-481-5165 Dinner $$ houserestaurantmontgomery.com

The Egg & I 2920 Zelda Road 334-277-0802 Breakfast $ Lunch $ theeggandirestaurants.com

Firehouse Subs 6661 Atlanta Hwy 334-213-2450 Lunch $ Dinner $ firehousesubs.com

Firehouse Subs

Zelda Rd |2890 334-277-6614

Lunch $ Dinner $ firehousesubs.com

Karma

Adams Ave D |981 334-593-8311

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ Lucille’s Eatery

Five Guys Burgers & Fries 3078 Zelda Rd 334-356-3483 Lunch $ Dinner $ fiveguys.com

Eddie L Tullis Rd |1801 334-273-9003

Five Guys Burgers & Fries

Magnolia’s Grill & Bar 96 Folmar Pkwy 334-288-3858 Dinner $$

EastChase Pkwy |7220 334-239-7220 Lunch $ Dinner $ fiveguys.com

Gazebo Tea Room

Perry Hill Rd |414 334-277-1839

Closed: Sun & Mon Lunch $$ Golden Corral 1480 Eastern Blvd 334-532-0020 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ goldencorralmontgomery.com

H20 Cafe

Bridge St |61334-356-6313

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ h20cafemarket.com Hamburger King 547 S Decatur St D 334-262-1798 Closed: Sat–Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $

Open 24 Hours Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ windcreekmontgomery.com

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Momma Goldberg’s Deli

Vaughn Rd |7960 334-517-1071

Closed: Sat–Sun Lunch $ Island Delights

Dexter Ave D |28Opening Spring 2016 Closed: Sat–Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$

Jan’s Beach House Grill

Eastern Blvd |850 334-277-8300

Lunch $ Dinner $ Closed: Sun jansbeachhousegrill.com Jason’s Deli

Eastern Blvd |1520 334-409-9890

Closed: Sat-Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ scottstreetdeli.com

Momma Goldberg’s Deli 44 Dexter Ave D Opening Spring 2016 Lunch $ Dinner $ mommagoldbergsdeli.com

Vaughn Rd |7847 334-271-7654

Montgomery Cafe at E mbassy Suites 300 Tallapoosa St D 334-269-5055 Lunch $ Dinner $$ embassysuitesmontgomery.com Newk’s

Lunch $$ Dinner $$ sinclairsrestaurants.com Sinclair’s

Lunch $$ Dinner $$ sinclairsrestaurants.com Sommer’s Place

Vaughn Rd |7972 334-279-5401

Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$ sommersplace.com Steak Out

Lunch $$ Dinner $$ newks.com

Carter Hill Rd |2930 334-269-1800

On a Roll 201 Tallapoosa St D 334-277-2433 Closed: Sat-Mon Lunch $

Atlanta Hwy |3416 334-271-0501

One 2 Zero 120 Madison Ave 334-245-2320 Breakfast $$ Lunch $$ Dinner $$

Atlanta Hwy |5951 334-260-8547

Sundown East

Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ Tenda Chick

Panera Bread 7224 EastChase Pkwy 334-274-9170 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ panerabread.com

Panera Bread

Carter Hill Rd |2998 334-262-0064

Pete’s Steak & Burgers 64 Bell Rd 334-356-4347 Lunch $ Dinner $

Railyard Brewing Co

W Jefferson St |12334-262-0080

Lunch $$ Dinner $$ wedeliversteaks.com

Jimmy John’s 1756 Carter Hill Rd 334-356-7744 Lunch $ Dinner $ jimmyjohns.com

Scott Street Deli

Scott St D |412 334-264-9415

Sinclair’s

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ panerabread.com

Jimmy John’s 130 Commerce St D 334-676-3803 Lunch $ Dinner $ jimmyjohns.com

Lunch $ Dinner $ schlotzskys.com

E Fairview Ave |1051 334-834-7462

Lunch $ Dinner $ jasonsdeli.com

Savanna Cafe

Lee St D |175 334-416-8838

Lunch $ Dinner $ mommagoldbergsdeli.com

Vaughn Rd |7880 334-290-4955

Island Delight Caribbean

Lunch $ Dinner $ rubytuesday.com

Schlotzsky’s Deli

House of Bread 317 N Hull St D 334-356-8370 Closed: Sun Lunch $

Air Base Blvd |323 334-264-0041

Ruby Tuesday

EastChase Loop |6970 334-215-2285

Carmichael Rd |5055 334-409-9993

Maxwell Homemade Hamburgers 1403 Maxwell Blvd 334-676-1926 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$ americanfoodmontgomery.com

Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

Mama’s Sack Lunch 21 S Perry St D 334-265-5554 Closed: Sat-Sun Lunch $ mgm4lunch.com

Honey Baked Ham 2816 E South Blvd 334-284-9100 Lunch $ honeybakedham.com

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 7005 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-1078 Lunch $ Dinner $ redrobin.com

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That’s My Dog and Cupcakes Too 232 W Jeff Davis Ave 334-356-3040 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

That’s My Dog @ Ric & Mo’s

Watchman Dr |3150 334-517-1140 Closed: Sun Dinner $

This is Wings

Eastern Blvd |3805 334-676-2237 Lunch $ Dinner $

Lunch $$ Dinner $$ railyardbrewingcompany.com

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The Tipping Point

Hampstead High St |5015 334-260-9110

Closed: Sun-Mon Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ tippingpointhampstead.com Urban Cookhouse 7712 EastChase Pkwy 334-239-7801 Lunch $ Dinner $ urbancookhouse.com

Vicki’s Lunch Van 2520 Fairground Rd 334-409-9839 Closed: Sat & Sun Lunch $

Waffle House 301 Madison Ave D 334-293-9939 Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ wafflehouse.com

Which Wich 7030 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-1744 Lunch $ Dinner $ whichwich.com

Wing Master 3430 Atlanta Hwy 334-517-1016 Lunch $ Dinner $

Wishbone Cafe

Atlanta Hwy |7028 334-244-7270

Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ wishbonecafe-montgomery.com Zaxby’s

Taylor Rd |3130 334-481-0406

Lunch $ Dinner $ zaxbys.com Zaxby’s

Atlanta Hwy |6435 334-277-8066 Lunch $ Dinner $ zaxbys.com

Zaxby’s 2923 Eastern Blvd 334-420-3500 Lunch $ Dinner $ zaxbys.com

Zaxby’s 2675 Zelda Rd 334-293-9933 Lunch $ Dinner $ zaxbys.com

FINE DINING

City Grill

Hampstead High St |5251 334-244-0960 Closed: Sun–Mon Dinner $$$

The House Restaurant at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel 201 Tallapoosa St D 334-481-5166 Breakfast $$ Lunch $$ Dinner $$ houserestaurantmontgomery.com

Itta Bena 1801 Eddie L Tullis Rd 866-946-3360 Dinner $$ creekcasinomontgomery.com

La Jolla Restaurant & Bar 8147 Vaughn Rd 334-356-2600 Closed: Sun Dinner $$ lajollamontgomery.com

Michael’s Table 2960 Zelda Rd 334-272-2500 Closed: Mon Lunch $$ Dinner $$ michaelstable.net

Vintage Year 405 Cloverdale Rd 334-819-7215 Closed: Sun Dinner $$$

GREEK Mr. Gus’ 6268 Atlanta Hwy 334-356-4662 Closed: Mon Lunch $ Dinner $$ mrgsmontgomery.com

Taziki’s Mediterranean Café 2560 Berryhill Rd, Suite A 334-409-3085 Lunch $ Dinner $ tazikiscafe.com

Zoe’s Kitchen 7218 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-9115 Lunch $ Dinner $ zoeskitchen.com

Zoe’s Kitchen 2960C Zelda Rd 334-395-4698 Lunch $ Dinner $ zoeskitchen.com

ITALIAN Carrabba’s Italian Grill 1510 Eastern Blvd 334-271-7500 Sat & Sun: Lunch Lunch $$ Dinner $$ carrabbas.com

The A&P Social 503 Cloverdale Rd 334-356-3814 Sunday Brunch Dinner $$ theapsocial.com

Bonefish Grill 7020 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-1770 Lunch $$ Dinner $$$ bonefishgrill.com

Central

Coosa St D |129 334-517-1155

Closed: Sun Lunch $$ Dinner $$$ central129coosa.com

Christi’s Italian Grille 92 Knollwood Blvd 334-215-9344 Closed: Sat-Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ CiCi’s Pizza 981 Ann St 334-386-3086 Lunch $ Dinner $ cicispizza.com

Corsino’s Italian Restaurant 911 S Court St 334-263-9752 Closed: Sat–Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$

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Dominos Pizza

Atlanta Hwy |5338 334-271-6401 Lunch $ Dinner $ dominos.com Fazoli’s

EastChase Pkwy |7123 Opening Winter 2016 Lunch $ Dinner $ fizolis.com

Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs 113 N Burbank Dr 334-272-2999 Lunch $ Dinner $ hungryhowies.com

Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs 1712 Carter Hill Rd 334-262-8988 Lunch $ Dinner $ hungryhowies.com

Marco’s Pizza 3171 Taylor Rd 334-356-6000 Lunch $ Dinner $ marcos.com

Marco’s Pizza 5411 Atlanta Hwy 334-356-4422 Lunch $ Dinner $ marcos.com

Marco’s Pizza 1623 Perry Hill Rd 334-356-8680 Lunch $ Dinner $ marcos.com

Mellow Mushroom

Commerce St D |79Opening Spring 2016

Lunch $ Dinner $$ mellowmushroom.com Mellow Mushroom

Vaughn Rd |7915 334-213-6443

Tomatinos

E Fairview Ave |1036 334-264-4241 Lunch $ Dinner $$ tomatinos.com MEXICAN Chipotle 2560 Berryhill Rd 334-450-2888 Lunch $ Dinner $ chipotle.com

Cuco’s Mexican Cafe 11123 Chantilly Pkwy Suite A 334-271-3528 Lunch $ Dinner $ cucosmexicancafe.com

Cuco’s Downtown

Dexter Ave D |72334-832-0081

Lunch $ Dinner $ cucosmexicancafe.com El Jalisco

Atlanta Hwy |5471 334-409-2978 Lunch $ Dinner $

El Rey Burrito Lounge 1031 E Fairview Ave 334-832-9688 Closed: Sun Dinner $$ burritolounge.com

Ixtapa Bar & Grill 7157 EastChase Pkwy 334-277-7600 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ ixtapaEastChase.com

Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant 6132 Atlanta Hwy 334-272-5232 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

Jalapeno’s Restaurant 8157 Vaughn Rd 334-277-2840 Lunch $ Dinner $

Lunch $ Dinner $$ mellowmushroom.com

Midtown Pizza Kitchen 2940 Zelda Rd 334-395-0080 Lunch $ Dinner $$ midtownpizzakitchen.com

Commerce St D |130 334-262-4939

Olive Garden 2700 Eastern Blvd 334-260-9220 Lunch $ Dinner $ olivegarden.com

Pizza 120

EastChase Pkwy |7720 334-416-8677 Lunch $ Dinner $ pizza120.com Pizza Perfect

Coliseum Blvd |428 334-244-7721 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $

Sa Za Serious Italian Food

Commerce St D |138 334-495-7292 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ sazapizza.com

Take or Bake Pizza

Dalraida Rd |64334-593-9753

Jalapeno’s In The Alley

Lunch $ Dinner $ La Zona Rosa 2838 Zelda Rd 334-274-1153 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ zonarosa.net

Los Cabos Cantina 1801 Eastern Blvd 334-277-7571 Lunch $ Dinner $

Los Vaqueros

Eastern Blvd |2195 334-277-8339

Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ losvaquerosmexicanrestaurant.com Moe’s Southwest Grill

Zelda Rd |2900 334-273-9198

Lunch $ Dinner $ moes.com

Moe’s Southwest Grill

EastChase Pkwy |7028 334-356-3333 Lunch $ Dinner $ moes.com No Way Jose

Minnie Brown Rd |8844 334-819-7363

Lunch $ Dinner $ nowayjosemontgomery.com No Way Jose

Vaughn Rd |9593 334-647-1511

Lunch $ Dinner $ nowayjosemontgomery.com Rico’s Tacos

E South Blvd |2265 334-294-8591

Closed: Wed Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ Salsarita’s

Vaughn Rd |8015 334-356-5430 Lunch $ Dinner $ salsaritas.com

San Marcos Mexican Restaurant 61 N Burbank Dr 334-603-0299 Lunch $ Dinner $

Taqueria El Cantaro

Ann St |1130 334-356-7361

Closed: Mon Lunch $ Dinner $ Tipico De Mexico 3441 Malcolm Dr 334-356-0489 Lunch $ Dinner $ tipicodemexico.com

SEAFOOD Capitol Oyster Bar at The Marina 617 Shady St 334-239-8958 Lunch $ Dinner $ capitoloysterbar.com

Jubilee Seafood 1057 Woodley Rd 334-262-6224 Closed: Sun–Mon Dinner $$ jubileeseafoodrestaurant.com

Red Lobster

Eastdale Cir |300 334-277-0780 Lunch $ Dinner $$ redlobster.com

The Seafood Bistro

Woodmere Blvd |5780 334-279-7500

Closed: Mon Lunch $ Dinner $ seafoodbistrogump.com

Shrimp Basket

Vaughn Rd |7900 334-523-0466

Lunch $ Dinner $ shrimpbasket.com Wintzell’s Oyster House

Commerce St D |105 334-262-4257

Lunch $ Dinner $$ wintzellsoysterhouse.com

Young Barn Pub and Oyster Bar 5331 Young Barn Rd 334-819-7423 Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$ youngbarn.com

SOUTHERN Blue Moon Cafe

Averritt Dr |7725 334-356-0543 Closed: Sat Lunch $ Dinner $

Cracker Barrel

Boyd Cooper Pkwy |9191 334-244-1085

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ crackerbarrel.com Davis Cafe

N Decatur St D |518 334-264-6015 Closed: Sat–Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $

Derk’s Filet & Vine

Cloverdale Rd |431 334-262-8463

Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ filetandvine.com Eastbrook Cafe

Coliseum Blvd |520 334-272-2438 Closed: Sat-Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ eastbrookcafe.com Eastside Grille

Atlanta Hwy |6667 334-274-1200 Lunch $ Dinner $$ eastsidegrille.com

Farmers Market Cafe

N McDonough St |315 334-262-1970

Closed: Sat–Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ farmersmarketcafe.net Fried Tomato Buffet

Atlanta Hwy |6561 334-244-6162

Lunch $ Dinner $ montgomeryfriedtomato.com

Gail’s Down The Street Cafe 2741 Zelda Rd 334-279-1009 Closed: Sat Lunch $ Dinner $ gailsdownthestreetcafe.com

It’s Incredible Edibles

F Chantilly Pkwy |11123 334-244-8808

Closed: Sat Lunch $ itsincredibleedibles.com Martha’s Place

Atlanta Hwy |7798 334-356-7165

Lunch $ Dinner $ marthasplacebuffet.com Martin’s Restaurant

Carter Hill Rd |1796 334-265-1767

Closed: Sat Lunch $ Dinner $ martinsrestaurant.com

Lunch $ Dinner $$

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More Up Café

Sayre St |458 334-296-3024

Closed: Thurs-Sat Sunday Brunch Breakfast $ Lunch $

My Place Café Express 1055 Adams Ave 334-649-2700 Closed: Sun-Mon Lunch $

Odessa’s Blessings

Forest Ave |726 334-265-7726

Closed: Sat-Mon Lunch $ odessasblessings.com Peyton’s Place 5344 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-3630 Closed: Sat-Sun Lunch $ peytonsplacelunch.tripod.com

Pierce’s Country Cooking 610 W Fairview Ave 334-265-6068 Closed: Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $

Red’s Little School House 20 Gardner Rd 334-584-7955 Closed: Mon-Tues Lunch $ Dinner $

Simply Southern Cafe 3457 McGehee Rd 334-391-6185 Closed: Mon Lunch $

Sweet Home Buffet

Atlanta Hwy |6050 334-279-5149

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ sweethomebuffet.com SPORTS BAR & GRILL

Rock Bottom American Pub

Eastern Blvd |2430 334-239-7625

Closed: Sun & Mon Lunch $ Dinner $ rockbottomamericanpub.com

Twin Peaks

Baumhower’s Restaurant 2465 Eastern Blvd 334-271-1831 Lunch $ Dinner $$ baumhowers.com

EastChase Pkwy |6814 334-513-1244

Baumhower’s Downtown 201 S Union St D 334-263-8800 Closed: Sat-Sun Lunch $ Dinner $$ baumhowers.com

Atlanta Hwy |6134 334-356-4674

Buffalo Wild Wings 1414 Taylor Rd 334-272-5547 Lunch $ Dinner $ buffalowildwings.com

Irish Bred Pub 78 Dexter Ave D 334-834-7559 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ irishbredal.com

Mugshots Grill & Bar 7971 Vaughn Rd 334-277-1682 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ mugshotsgrillandbar.com

Ric & Mo’s Bar & Grill 3150 Watchman Dr 334-517-1140 Closed: Sun Dinner $$

Lunch $ Dinner $ twinpeaksrestaurant.com

Wing House

Lunch $ Dinner $

Wingers Sports Grill 7929 Vaughn Rd 334-396-3279 Lunch $ Dinner $ wingersmontgomery.com

Wow Wings Sports Bar 2701 Eastern Blvd 334-819-7811 Lunch $ Dinner $ wowsportsbar.com

STEAKHOUSE Charles Anthony’s Restaurant at the Pub 10044 Chantilly Pkwy 334-281-3911 Closed: Sun Dinner $$ charlesanthonysatthepub.com

Firebirds Woodfired Grill 7078 EastChase Pkwy 334-819-5132 Lunch $$ Dinner $$ firebirdsrestaurants.com

Longhorn Steakhouse

Eastern Blvd |4095 334-613-7555

Lunch $$ Dinner $$ longhornsteakhouse.com Outback Steakhouse

Taylor Rd |1430 334-270-9495

Lunch $$ Dinner $$ outback.com Texas Roadhouse

EastChase Pkwy |7525 334-396-7774 Sun: Lunch Lunch $ Dinner $$ texasroadhouse.com SWEETS & TREATS Berry Good

Vaughn Rd |7921 334-356-2233 Lunch $ Dinner $

Cake Designs 3651 Debby Dr 334-288-6900 Closed: Sun-Mon Lunch $

California Yogurt Kraze

Zelda Rd |3010 334-356-3716

Lunch $ Dinner $ californiayogurtkraze.com California Yogurt Kraze 7730 Vaughn Rd 334-215-9135 Lunch $ Dinner $ californiayogurtkraze.com

Cupcakes by Tish

Eastern Blvd |1613 334-356-5292

Lunch $ Dinner $ cupcakesbytish.com Dairy Queen

Taylor Rd |3160 334-272-1818

Lunch $ Dinner $ dairyqueen.com GiGi’s Cupcakes

Vaughn Rd |7918 334-356-3737

Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $ gigiscupcakesusa.com

Smoothie King

EastChase Pkwy |7026 334-356-5621

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ smoothieking.com Smoothies & Things Cafe

S Court St D |109 334-241-0770

Closed: Sat & Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $ smoothiesnthingscafe.com Tropical Smoothie Café

Atlanta Hwy |6542 334-213-2999

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $ tropicalsmoothie.com

Jozettie’s Cupcakes

S Decatur St |1404 334-239-9289 Closed: Sun-Mon Lunch $ Liger’s Bakery

McGehee Rd |3040 334-288-6550 Closed: Sun Lunch $ ligersgood.com

Little Red Cupcake

S Hall St Apt. A |638 334-202-1397 Closed: Sat-Sun

Nancy’s Italian Ice

Vaughn Rd |7976 334-356-1403 Lunch $ Dinner $ nancysice.com

For detailed map of locations see map between pages 95-97.

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ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICTS HAVE SOME FUN ON FOOT

Enjoy Montgomery’s mild climate by exploring the city’s varied nightlife on foot. Two walkable districts make it easy and fun to pop in and out of several spots without putting down your drink. Downtown The Downtown Entertainment District stretches from the Riverfront to Irish Bred Pub at the corner of Dexter Avenue and Perry Street. Cloverdale Cloverdale offers two exciting Entertainment Districts. One encompasses several blocks on Fairview Ave from 1048 Jazz & Blues to El Rey and everything in between. The other, on Cloverdale Road, includes The A&P Social, Derk’s Filet & Vine, Pine Bar and Vintage Year.

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BEER BOOM ALABAMA CRAFT BEER IS HOPPING Thanks to recently loosened liquor laws, Alabama’s craft beer industry has been hopping for the last few years. There are currently 24 locally owned micro-breweries spread across the state, with several more in the works. The capital city is a great place to imbibe some of these Alabama-fashioned favorites: lagers, stouts, IPAs and more, including those from our hometown brewery, Railyard Brewing Co., which pulled into Montgomery in 2012 and has been delighting hopheads and casual beer drinkers ever since. Railyard Brewing Company: Montgomery’s only brewery produces several beers that stay on tap, like its Y’all Alabama Light Lager, Alabama Pale Ale and its Red Clay Irish Ale, and it creates seasonal beers too. So there’s always something new to try, especially for members of its Mug Club. You can join for $15 and get a personalized glass mug with your member number etched on the bottom. The mug stays at Railyard, and anytime you order, you get 20 ounces of your chosen brew poured into your mug for the price of 16 ounces. Drink This: The Y’all Alabama Light Lager is a refreshing 100-percent malt beer with a medium body and a smooth balance of German Hops. Good People Brewing Co.: It was founded in 2008 by two friends who got heavy into home-brewing, but since 2010, Good People has been turning out its “ales from the heart of Dixie” in the shell of a former beer distribution warehouse in downtown Birmingham. Drink This: Snake Handler is a double IPA that gets its big and bold flavor from a blend of five hop varieties. Back Forty Beer Company: Back Forty began brewing in 2009, but Gadsden native and founder Jason Wilson moved his company to his hometown in late 2011. It’s now turning out bottle after bottle and can upon can of award-winning beer in a 1940s-era brick

building, once a Sears & Roebuck appliance repair center, on the edge of downtown. Drink This: Back Forty’s claim to fame is the silver medal its Truck Stop Honey Brown Ale won at the “Olympics of beer,” the Great American Beer Festival, in 2010. Straight to Ale: Since 2009, art and science have come together to create some amazing brews at Straight to Ale Brewing in Huntsville. Drink This: Monkeynaut IPA was named after Miss Baker, the monkey launched into space in 1959 and who lived at Huntsville’s U.S. Space & Rocket Center. All of Straight to Ale’s beers pay homage to Huntsville’s space heritage. Avondale Brewing: In Avondale, one of Birmingham’s oldest areas, Avondale Brewing opened in 2011.The 120-year-old building that houses the brewery has several past lives: It was once a fire station, a pharmacy, a bank and a brothel. “Miss Fancy” on Avondale’s logo was a beer-guzzling circus elephant who once lived in Birmingham. Drink This: The Spring Street Saison is crisp and clean and brewed using open fermentation tanks.

WHERE TO DRINK IT DOWN: DOWNTOWN AlleyBAR AviatorBAR Dreamland Irish Bred Pub Railyard Brewing Company CLOVERDALE The A&P Social El Rey Leroy Lounge Pine Bar

EAST MONTGOMERY Blackfinn Buffalo Wild Wings Eastside Grille Mellow Mushroom Mugshots Rock Bottom American Pub The Tipping Point Twin Peaks

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NIGHT LIFE FUN STARTS UP AS THE SUN GOES DOWN Rock Bottom American Pub

Eastern Blvd, 36117 |2430 334-239-7625

rockbottomamericanpub.com We at Rock Bottom never take our eye off the ball! Home to all local and national sports, live music, billiards and more! Voted one of the top 101 best sports bars in the US with more than 30 tvs, 3-110” large screens and 16 taps.

1048 Jazz & Blues Club

E Fairview Ave, 36106 |1104 334-834-1048 1048jazzandblues.com

B.B. King’s Blues Club & Restaurant

Eddie L Tullis, 36117 |1801 866-946-3360

windcreekmontgomery.com

Barra Hookah Lounge

Madison Ave, 36104 |1408 334-834-7980

facebook.com/barrahookah

Black Swan

Festival Dr |One 334-271-5353 asf.net

Blackfinn Ameripub

6854 EastChase Pkwy, 36117 334-517-1760 blackfinnameripub.com

Blue Byrd’s

6804 Atlanta Hwy, 36117 334-356-4690 bluebyrdbar.com

Bud’s

1018 E Fairview Ave, 36106 334-356-3866

Capitol Oyster Bar

Shady St, 36104 |617 334-239-8958

capitoloysterbar.com

Eastside Grille

Atlanta Hwy, 36117 |6667 334-274-1200 eastsidegrille.com

Havana Dreamin

Carter Hill Rd, 36106 |2061 334-262-3131 havanadreamin.com

Head on the Door

Vaughn Rd, 36116 |5028 334-270-1928

It’ll Do Tavern

N East Blvd, 36109 |557 334-356-1355

Kru on Mt Meigs

Mt Meigs Rd, 36107 |2118 334-530-5033

Leroy

2752 Boultier St, 36106 334-356-7132 facebook.com/leroylounge

Liquids

Vaughn Rd, 36117 |5060 334-649-2305

facebook.com/liquidsclub

Pine Bar

Cloverdale Rd, 36106 |501 334-239-9061 thepinebar.com

Ric & Mo’s

Watchman Dr, 36116 |3150 334-517-1140 facebook.com/ricandmos

DOWNTOWN AlleyBAR

Commerce St, 36104 |166 334-387-3333

AviatorBAR

Commerce St, 36104 |166 334-284-2867

Dreamland BBQ

Tallapoosa St, 36104 |101 334-273-7427 dreamlandbbq.com

The Exchange

Tallapoosa St, 36104 |201 334-481-5165

houserestaurantmontgomery.com

Fountain Court Lounge

Tallapoosa St, 36104 |300 334-269-5055

50/50

Montgomery St, 36104 |129 334-612-7755

Irish Bred Pub

Dexter Ave, 36104 |78334-834-7559

irishbredmontgomery.com

La Salle Bleu & Sous La Terre

One 2 Zero2

Madison Ave, 36104 |120 334-245-2320

Railyard Brewing Company

W Jefferson St, 36104 |12334-262-0080

railyardbrewingcompany.com

SandBAR at the Silos

Coosa St, 36104 |355 334-387-3333 OPEN SEASONALLY

Commerce St, 36104 |82A-B 334-265-2069

Nineteen Wine Bar & Bistro

Commerce St, 36104 |19334-312-9315

Stucky’s Night Club

Vaughn Rd, 36117 |5040 334-239-7012

Tipping Point

Hampstead High St, 36117 |5015 334-260-9110 tippingpointhampstead.com

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1. Irish Car Bomb

Irish Bred Pub 78 Dexter Ave D 334-834-7559

2. Bellringer

The Exchange 201 Tallapoosa St D 334-481-5165

3. Pineapple Upside Down SaZa 138 Commerce St D 334-495-7292

4. The Weekender

Wintzellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 105 Commerce St D 334-262-4257

5. American Cherry Bomb Rock Bottom 2430 Eastern Blvd 334-239-7625

6. Pomtini

La Jolla 8147 Vaughn Rd 334-356-2600

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7. Day in the Shade

Fountain Court Lounge 300 Tallapoosa St D 334-269-5055

8. Central Passion Central 129 Coosa St D 334-517-1155

9. Wasabi Tea

Wasabi 117 Coosa St D 334-517-1555

10. MugTai

Mugshots 7971 Vaughn Rd 334-277-1682

11. Atomic Plum

Kabuki 7834 Vaughn Rd 334-273-8885

12. Charleston Fizz

Tipping Point 5015 Hampstead High St 334-260-9110

13. The Khaleesi

The A&P Social

Cloverdale Rd |503 334-356-3814

14. Liquid Money

FIRE 100 River Oaks Rd, Wetumpka 866-946-3360

15. Chocolate Martini

One 2 Zero2 120 Madison Ave D 334-245-2320

Proud supporters of the

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16. Twisted Margarita Cucos Downtown 72 Dexter Ave D 334-245-2320

17. Tokyo Tea

Tokyo 594 Pinnacle Pl, Prattville 334-285-7088

18. Alabama Pale Ale

Railyard Brewing Company 12 W Jefferson St D 334-262-0080

19. Pomegranate Martini Sinclair’s 7847 Vaughn Rd 334-271-7654

20. The Tallapoosa

The House 201 Tallapoosa St D 334-481-5166

21. Bacon Mary

Blackfinn Ameripub 6854 Eastchase Pkwy 334-517-1760

22. The Aviation

25. Southern Hurricane

AviatorBAR 166 Commerce St D 334-284-2867

B.B. King’s Blues Club

Eddie L Tullis Rd |1801 866-946-3360

26. The Magnolia Margarita

23. Pina Colada

Jalapeno’s In The Alley 130 Commerce St D 334-262-4939

Magnolia’s Grill & Bar

Folmar Pkwy |96334-288-3858

24. Ice Shots AlleyBAR

Commerce St |166 334-387-3333

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THE FUN STARTS HERE

THE MONTGOMERY AREA VISITOR CENTER IN HISTORIC UNION STATION The Visitor Center is your one-stop spot for all things Montgomery. With an array of services we’ll help you get the most out of every minute you’re in town. n

Civil Rights and Civil War Audio Tours

Informative video that hits the city’s highlights

Detailed itineraries and information

Restaurant, attraction and hotel recommendations

The Montgomery Area Visitor Center 300 Water Street, Historic Union Station Montgomery, Alabama, 36104 334-262-0013

Capital COOL

CRUISER BIKE CONTEST Want a trendy new green Regions bike? Well, the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitor Bureau and Regions Bank have partnered together to give one lucky winner just that, a brand new green Regions bike. Find and count all the hidden bikes throughout the guide. Stop by the Visitor Center or log onto visitingmontgomery.com/bikecontest, fill out the form and if your answer is correct, you’ll be entered to win! The bike will be given away in July 2016.

You can also rent a bike today at the Montgomery Area Visitor Center. See page 98 for complete rental details. *

Look for the bike icon throughout the guide (we just gave you one). All entries must be submitted by July 1, 2016. All participants must be 16 years of age or older. No purchase necessary and you do not have to be present to win. Regions Bank will ship the bike to the closest Regions branch or bike shop to be assembled.

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MONTGOMERY

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WHAT YOU WANT TO DO PLAY IT COOL IN MGM Riverwalk Amphitheater

Coosa St, 36104 D |355 334-625-2100

funinmontgomery.com The Amphitheater is perfect for picnics, concerts, movies, plays, productions and more. The Splash Pad offers a fountain of water for children to play in. Call for schedule. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk.

Alabama Artists Gallery

Monroe St #110, 36104 D |201 334-242-4076

Proud supporters of the

arts.alabama.gov An ongoing showcase of the work of Alabama artists. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri.

Alabama Shakespeare Festival

Festival Dr, 36117 |One 1-800-841-4ASF or 334-271-5353

asf.net Ranked one of the Top Ten largest Shakespeare Theatres in the world, this internationally acclaimed theatre offers so much more than Shakespeare. Admission charge. Call for schedule. Open Mon – Sun and performance nights.

Capri Theatre

E Fairview Ave, 36106 |1045 334-262-4858

capritheatre.org The Capri was built in 1941 and offers Montgomery’s only independent cinema. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

Cloverdale Playhouse

Cloverdale Rd, 36106 |960 334-262-1530

cloverdaleplayhouse.org This neighborhood theatre is making its mark on the Montgomery theatre scene by bringing quality entertainment to the local community. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

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F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum

Felder Ave, 36106 |919 334-264-4222

Hank Williams Statue

Hill Plaza, N Perry St, 36104 D |Lister funinmontgomery.com A life-size statue of the famed country music legend Hank Williams stands across from the old city auditorium. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk.

thefitzgeraldmuseum.org Tour the home of literary legends F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald, where they lived from October 1931 through April 1932. Admission charge. Open Tues – Sun.

Faulkner University Dinner Theatre

Atlanta Hwy, 36109 |5345 334-386-7190

Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts

Museum Dr, 36117 |One 334-240-4333

mmfa.org Its collection includes 19th and 20th century American paintings, Southern regional art, Old Master prints and decorative art. Free admission. Open Tues–Sun.

faulkner.edu/campuslife/dinnertheatre.asp Enjoy Broadway-style family entertainment in a Christian-based atmosphere. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

Hank Williams Memorial

Upper Wetumpka Rd, 36104 D |1304 thehankwilliamsmuseum.net Legendary country music singer Hank Williams’ final resting place. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk.

Montgomery Performing Arts Centre

Tallapoosa St, 36104 D |201 334-481-5100

mpaconline.org This 1,800-seat, state-of-the-art facility is large enough for first-run Broadway shows, yet intimate enough to view a wide variety of concerts, operas, comedy acts, and kids shows as well as performances by local arts groups. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

Hank Williams Museum

Commerce St, 36104 D |118 334-262-3600

thehankwilliamsmuseum.net This popular attraction pays tribute to one of the most revered and loved country music writers and performers. Admission charge. Open Mon–Sun.

Troy University’s Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts

Montgomery St, 36104 D |251 334-241-9567

troy.edu/davistheatre The annual Subscriber Series is comprised of touring productions of Broadway shows to concerts. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

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The F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum THEY BELONG TO THE WORLD.

Wynton M. Blount Cultural Park One Museum Drive | Montgomery, AL 36117

334.240.4333 museuminfo@mmfa.org

www.mmfa.org

334.264.4222

919 FELDER AVE., MONTGOMERY 36106

“…another of Montgomery's best kept secrets. Just to walk in the house is to know you've traced the footsteps of one of the most dynamic and literary couples to ever live.” – Insiderpages.com

www.thefitzgeraldmuseum.org

River For more information and upcoming events, visit funinmontgomery.com or call 334.625.2100 FOR INFORMATION 800-240-9452 OR TEXT MGMAL TO 313131

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FAMILYFUN SUMMONING SMILES FROM KIDS OF ALL AGES Montgomery Biscuits Baseball

Coosa St, 36104 D |200 334-323-2255

biscuitsbaseball.com Montgomery’s minor league baseball team located in Historic Riverwalk Stadium. Admission charge. Schedule varies. Call for schedule.

Alabama Cattlemen’s A ssociation “MOOseum”

Proud supporters of the

S Bainbridge St, 36102 D |201 334-265-1867

bamabeef.org A hands-on children’s educational center with a unique agricultural theme. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri.

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama

Hyundai Blvd, 36105 |700 334-387-8019

hmmausa.com Enjoy a guided tram tour while wearing safety glasses and a headset. Call for tour schedule. Free admission.

Ice Palace

Eastdale Mall, 36117 |1000 334-277-2088

eastdale-mall.com/icepalace Ice skate year-round inside Eastdale Mall. Admission charge. Open daily.

Mann Wildlife Learning M useum

Vandiver Blvd, 36110 |325 334-240-4900

mannmuseum.com Visit the Mann Museum and witness North American wildlife in realistic settings that reflect their natural habitats. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.

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Montgomery Zoo

2301 Coliseum Pkwy, 36110 334-240-4900 montgomeryzoo.com The Montgomery Zoo has over 500 animals in natural habitats divided into five continents. The Zoofari Sky Lift takes you on a ride high above the ground, giving you a birds-eye view of the animals and exhibits. Paddleboats, a playground and a train are additional amusements. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.

Riverboat – Harriott II

of Commerce St |End at Riverwalk, 36104 D

334-625-2100 funinmontgomery.com Take a ride on the Harriott II and enjoy a scenic ride along the Alabama River. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

W.A. Gayle Planetarium

Forest Ave, 36106 |1010 334-625-4799

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troy.edu/planetarium The planetarium hosts an auditorium designed especially for simulating the natural sky. Admission charge. Open Mon-Thurs and Sun.

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Civil Heritage Trail

Discounts to military, AAA & seniors Located in Downtown Montgomery | 301 Columbus St For more information & calendar, visit

OldAlabamaTown.com, or call 334-240-4500

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HISTORY HAPPENED HERE WALK BACK IN TIME Alabama State Capitol

Dexter Ave, 36104 D |600 334-242-3935

preserveala.org/capitoltour.htm Visit the spot where Jefferson Davis took the oath of office as President of the Confederate States of America and where the Civil Rights March ended. Guided tours are available. Free admission. Open Mon – Sat.

Alabama Judicial Building

Dexter Ave, 36104 D |300 334-229-0700

judicial.alabama.gov Visit the Alabama Supreme Court and the Courts of Criminal and Civil Appeals. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri.

City of Saint Jude

W Fairview Ave, 36108 |2048 334-265-6791 Visit the final campsite of the Selmato-Montgomery March and site of the “Stars for Freedom” rally. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri.

Civil Rights Memorial & Center

Washington Ave, 36104 D |400 334-956-8479

splcenter.org Dedicated to those who died during the modern Civil Rights Movement, the wall includes excerpts from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial – Free admission. Open Mon – Sun, dawn to dusk. Center – Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat.

Court Square Fountain

of Commerce St and |Intersection Dexter Ave, 36104 D This beautiful fountain was built in 1885 over an existing artesian basin.

Dexter Avenue KingMemorial Baptist Church

Dexter Ave, 36104 D |454 334-263-3970

dexterkingmemorial.org In this National Historic Landmark, see the modest pulpit where Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. first preached his message of hope and brotherhood. Admission charge. Open Tues – Sat.

Dexter Parsonage Museum

S Jackson St, 36104 D |309 334-261-3270

dexterkingmemorial.org Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his family lived here from 1954 to 1960 while he led the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Admission charge. Open Tues – Sat.

First Baptist Church

N Ripley St, 36104 D |347 334-242-6263

firstbaptistchurch.org From 1952-1961, the church was led by civil rights activist, Ralph Abernathy and it held several mass meetings during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Tours: By appointment and during church hours. Donations welcome.

First White House of the Confederacy

Washington Ave, 36104 D |644 334-242-1861

firstwhitehouse.org This 1835 home became the residence of Confederate President Jefferson Davis and his family during the spring of 1861 when Montgomery served as the Capital of the Confederacy. Free admission. Open Mon - Sat.

Freedom Rides Museum

S Court, 36104 D |210 334-242-3935

freedomridesmuseum.org Located in Montgomery’s historic Greyhound Bus Station, the museum features the Road to Equality–The 1961 Freedom Rides art exhibit. Admission charge. Call to schedule tour.

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Governor’s Mansion

Perry St, 36104 |1142 334-834-3022

firstlady.alabama.gov Built in 1906, this graceful mansion has been home to the Governor of Alabama since its purchase in 1950. Free admission.

Rosa Parks Library and Museum & Children’s Wing

Montgomery St, 36104 D |252 334-241-8615

troy.edu/rosaparks Experience the energy and emotion of the Montgomery Bus Boycott at this museum, which transports witnesses to the fateful day on December 1, 1955. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat.

Museum of Alabama

Washington Ave, 36104 D |624 334-242-4435

archives.alabama.gov Located in the Alabama Department of Archives and History, the museum features all new exhibits that tell the story of Alabama. Free admission. Open Mon – Sat. Research Room open Tues – Fri.

Tuskegee History Center

S Elm St, Tuskegee 36083 |104 334-724-0800

National Center for the Study of Civil Rights & African American Culture

tuskegeecenter.org From historic buildings and notable people to recreational activities and the great outdoors, you’ll find it all showcased at the Tuskegee History Center. Admission charge. Open Tues-Sat.

Carter Hill Rd, 36106 |1345 334-229-4876

lib.alasu.edu/natctr/index.html View Civil Rights and African American cultural exhibits. Free admission. Open Mon–Tues; Thurs – Sun.

Old Alabama Town

Columbus St, 36104 D |301 334-240-4500

Proud supporters of the

oldalabamatown.com This 19th-century village covering six blocks features completely authentic homes and buildings that have been saved from demolition, carefully restored and reopened to the public as a living history museum. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat.

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Civil Heritage Trail

Stories Shared, Secrets Exposed

The People of Tuskegee are Sharing Their History, Telling Their Stories, Revealing human rights tragedies and civil rights triumphs.

See museum exhibits on Creek Indian culture and conflict, Civil War battles, the emergence of Tuskegee Institute as an education powerhouse, the tragic Tuskegee Syphilis Study, and the fight for voting rights and equal American citizenship.

Visit the Tuskegee History Center, mention this Montgomery Visitor Guide ad and ask for your free gift* from Carver’s Coastal Kitchen. * while supplies last

104 South Elm Street Tuskegee, Alabama 36083 334-724-0800

www.tuskegeecenter.org

ALSO VISIT • Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site • Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site • Tuskegee University • Tuskegee National Forest

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SUPER NATURAL MONTGOMERY GARDENS & MORE Alabama Nature Center

Lanark Rd, Millbrook, 36054 |3050 800-822-9453

alabamawildlife.org The Alabama Nature Center is a 350acre planned-use outdoor education facility with five miles of boardwalks and trails traversing forests, fields, streams, wetlands and ponds. Free admission. Call for schedule.

Blount Cultural Park

6055 Vaughn Rd, 36116 funinmontgomery.com This 350-acre park is reminiscent of the English countryside. Free Admission. Open seven days a week, dawn to dusk, unless reserved for a private party.

Downtown Farm

Molton St, 36104 D |425 eatsouth.org This all-natural urban farm offers community planting beds and exciting learning opportunities with the farmer in residence.

Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum

Jasmine Hill, Wetumpka, 36093 |3001 334-263-5713 or 334-567-6463

jasminehill.org This 20-acre garden features mythical gods and Olympian heroes with beautiful flowers year round. Admission Charge. Open Fri-Sun.

Shakespeare Garden & Amphitheatre

Festival Dr, 36117 |One 334-271-5300

asf.net This is one of seven such gardens in the USA, which features plants and flowers from Shakespeare’s plays. Free admission. Call for Schedule.

Proud supporters of the

Wright Brothers Park

Maxwell Blvd, 36104 D |funinmontgomery.com

Take a breath and enjoy picturesque views of the Downtown Farm, the Alabama River or the city’s beautiful skyline. Free Admission. Open seven days a week, dawn to dusk.

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Gateway Park • 3800 Davenport Pkwy

Oak Park • 1010 Forest Ave

IDA Bell Young • 5400 Vaughn Rd

Vaughn Rd Park • 3620 Vaughn Rd

Kiwanis Park • 400 N Hull St

See map on page 95-97 For additional information call 334-625-2300 or visit funinmontgomery.com

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Visit

JASMINE HILL GARDENS & OUTDOOR MUSEUM

Ride the Train! Relive the golden age of railroading at the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum

Railroad artifacts and memorabilia in restored depots. Train Rides & Family Friendly Special Events throughout the year. Opening in March for the 2016 Season For information and tickets

www.HODRRM.org

N www.jasminehill.org • 334-567-6463 3001 Jasmine Hill Rd., Wetumpka, AL 36093 1919 9th Street Calera, AL • I-65 North to Exit 228 • 205-757-8383

Friday & Saturday 9-5 • Sunday 12-5

Explore 18th c. French and 19th c. American frontier life in this large rural park. Frequent living history events, nature trail, campsites, and a museum are only 20 miles north of Montgomery. Park: Sunrise-Sunset. Visitor Center: 8am-5pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day.

334-567-3002

www.fttoulousejackson.org www.preserveala.org/forttoulousejackson.aspx 2521 W. Fort Toulouse Rd., Wetumpka, Alabama 36093 Mention this ad for 10% discount at gift shop. Good through 12/31/16 ALABAMA HISTORICAL COMMISSION FOR INFORMATION 800-240-9452 OR TEXT MGMAL TO 313131

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SPORTS RECREATION GET YOUR GAME ON HERE Multiplex at Cramton Bowl

Hall St, 36104 D |220 334-261-1100

visitingmontgomery.com Brand new 90,000-square-foot indoor sports facility adjacent to Cramton Bowl. Admission varies. Call for schedule.

BASEBALL & SOFTBALL

Buddy Watson Park

1801 Taylor Rd, 36117 334-625-2300 funinmontgomery.com

Catoma Ball Fields

1780 Mitchell Young Rd, 36108 334-625-2300 funinmontgomery.com

Dean Fain Park

Minnie Brown Rd, 36117 |8700 334-244-5741 funinmontgomery.com

Gateway Park Ball Field

Davenport Pkwy, 36108 |3800 334-284-7920 funinmontgomery.com

Lagoon Park Batting Cages-Slugger Sport

Lagoon Park Dr, 36109 |2855 334-395-6699 sluggersport.com

Lagoon Park Softball Complex

Lagoon Park Dr, 36109 |2855 334-271-7016 lagoonparksoftball.com

Montgomery Biscuits Baseball

200 Coosa St, 36104 334-323-2255 biscuitsbaseball.com

Paterson Field

Madison Ave, 36107 D |1215 334-625-2300 funinmontgomery.com

Riverwalk Stadium

200 Coosa St, 36104 D 334-625-2100 funinmontgomery.com

Ron Nunn Complex @ AUM

250 Brown Springs Rd, 36117 334-625-2300 funinmontgomery.com

Thompson Park

Ray Thorington Rd, 36117 |1655 334-625-2300 funinmontgomery.com

BASKETBALL

Dunn-Oliver Acadome

Robert C. Hatch Dr, 36101 |1595 334-229-4529 alasu.edu

BOWLING

Bama Lanes

Atlanta Hwy, 36109 |3020 334-272-5423 bamalanes.com

Brunswick Zone

1661 Eastern Blvd, 36117 334-819-7171 bowlbrunswick.com

FOOTBALL

Cramton Bowl

Madison Ave, 36104 D |1022 334-261-1100 visitingmontgomery.com

Hornet Stadium at Alabama State University

S Jackson St, 36104 |915 334-229-6750 alasu.edu

GAMING

Wind Creek Montgomery

Eddie L. Tullis Rd, 36117 |1801 866-946-3360 windcreekmontgomery.com

Wind Creek Wetumpka

River Oaks Dr |100 Wetumpka, AL 36092

866-946-3360 windcreekwetumpka.com

GUN RANGE & ARCHERY

SKATE PARK

Lower Wetumpka Shotgun Sports Club

River Skate Park

4758 Lower Wetumpka Rd Wetumpka, AL 36110 334-420-3371

Montgomery Indoor Shooting Complex

Carmichael Pkwy |5765 334-215-2255

MOTORSPORTS

Montgomery Motorsports Park

2600 N Belt Dr, 36110 334-260-9660 mmpdragracing.com

Montgomery Motor Speedway

Booth Rd, 36108 |480 334-262-6101

montgomeryspeedway.com

MULTI-PURPOSE

Bibb St, 36104 D |301 334-240-4561 funinmontgomery.com

SOCCER

Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex

Brown Springs Rd, 36117 |300 334-261-1100 visitingmontgomery.com

TENNIS

Lagoon Park Tennis Center

Lagoon Park Dr, 36109 |2855 334-240-4051 funinmontgomery.com

Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor Tennis Center

Anderson St, 36107 |500 334-240-4884 funinmontgomery.com

Garrett Coliseum

Federal Dr, 36107 |1555 334-242-5597 thegarrettcoliseum.com

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Take your tastes to a different kinda place at Wind Creek Montgomery. Grab a bite of somethin’ outta sight at one of our three dining venues, then spice up your evening with the soulful sounds of B.B. King’s Blues Club.

And if all that action seems too good to leave behind, hit our stylish hotel – now open for you to start spending your winning nights.

15 Food Credit

Mention Code: RIVER$15FC Expires: 9/30/2016 Redeem at PLAYER SERVICES. Limit one FOOD CREDIT offer per account. Membership is required and is FREE! Must be 21.

F I N D YO U R W I N N I N G M O ME NT. 1801 Eddie L. Tullis Rd., Montgomery, AL WindCreekMontgomery.com

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IN THE SWING OF THINGS

OUR GOLF COURSES ARE ALWAYS UP TO PAR RTJ–Capitol Hill

Constitution Ave, Prattville, AL 36066 |2600 334-285-1114

rtjgolf.com The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is regularly ranked as the best and more affordable golf courses in the country by GOLF and Golf Digest and Montgomery just so happens to be within a 30-minute drive of three of them.

Cottonwood Golf Club

7160 Byron Nelson Blvd, 36116 334-281-3344 cottonwoodgolfclub.com

Emerald Mountain Golf Club

254 Mountain View Dr Wetumpka, AL 36093 334-514-8082 emeraldmountaingolfclub.com

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Gateway Park Golf Course

Davenport Pkwy, 36105 |3800 334-284-7920 playmontgomerygolf.com

Lagoon Park Golf Course

Lagoon Park Dr, 36109 |2855 334-240-4050 playmontgomerygolf.com

RTJ–Cambrian Ridge

Sunbelt Pkwy |101 Greenville, AL 36037 334-382-9787 rtjgolf.com

RTJ–Grand National

Robert Trent Jones Trail |3000 Opelika, AL 36801 334-749-9042 rtjgolf.com

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES GET OUTSIDE Bass Pro Shop

2553 Rocky Mount Rd Prattville, AL 36066 334-290-6400 basspro.com The store offers the area’s largest selection of quality outdoor gear. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun.

Coosa River Adventures

415 Company St Wetumpka, AL 36092 334-514-0279 coosariveradventures.com Coosa River Adventures outfits you with a canoe or sit-on-top kayak and provides access to the launch site. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

Coosa Outdoor Center

River Rd |172 Wetumpka, AL 36092

334-201-5510 coosaoutdoorcenter.com Whether interested in camping, renting canoes or sit-on-top kayaks, the staff at COC is ready to assist you. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

Ft. Toulouse/Jackson Park

W Fort Toulouse Rd |2521 Wetumpka, AL 36093

334-567-3002 fttoulousejackson.org A 1700s French fort in a 165-acre park at the confluence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.

Go Karting Montgomery

Wares Ferry Rd, 36117 |9033 334-271-2020 Experience the thrill of go kart riding with friends or family on this private track. You can even reserve the track and party room for your next celebration. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

Prattville Powersports

US 82 Prattville, 36037 |1548 334-361-3988 Enjoy canoeing, kayaking or just a lazy innertube ride down the Autauga Creek. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

Look Inward.

Rosa Parks Museum and Children’s Wing

Step back in time and experience the sights and sounds that forever changed our country. This state-of-the-art, interactive museum features multi-media presentations and hands-on exhibits honoring the historic decision of one woman. Rosa Parks Museum ticket prices: 12 years and under $5.50; over 12 years $7.50 Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sat. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sun. and Holidays - Special engagements only (334) 241-8661 252 Montgomery St. Montgomery, AL 36104

Gaze Skyward.

Civil Heritage Trail

W. A. Gayle Planetarium Civil Heritage Trail & Downtown Bike Racks Public Parking

One of the largest planetariums in the Southeast, the W. A. Gayle Planetarium offers a spectacular variety of out-of-this-world shows, exhibits and programs. Mon. - Thur. 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sun. - 1 show only Sat. and Holidays - Special engagements only

Parks

(334) 241-4799 1010 Forest Ave. Montgomery, AL 36106

Downtown Bike Route For detailed map of locations see map between pages 95-97.

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TAKE YOUR TRIP HOME

DIVINE INSPIRATION These small and sweet faceless angel paintings by Montgomery artist Donnie Sasser make heavenly gifts. Capitol’s Rosemont Gardens 2210 Rosemont Place, 36106 334-834-7731

HANDMADE STYLE This fluffy accent pillow is big on stately style with colorful handstitching that outlines all the great things all around Alabama.

FEMININE FLICKER Add an aromatic glow with a bit of elegance to any space with a Wicks ’N Willow candle, sustainable soy-wax candles lightly scented and poured into antique china tea cups.

Governor’s Mansion Gift Shop 30 Finley Ave, 36104 334-241-8825

Wicks & Willow www.wicksandwillow.com

COOL CARDS Grab a pack of these spectacularly simple cards made in Montgomery using the almost-lost art of letterpress printing. Cotton & Pine 3300 Eastern Blvd, 36116 334-271-6879

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GOOD READ Dive into “The Works of Matthew Blue: Montgomery’s First Historian” by Mary Ann Neeley to get all the details on how the capital city came to be and what’s happened in our almost 200-year-long tumultuous history. Goat Hill Museum Store 600 Dexter Ave, 36104 334-353-4969

HOME SWEET HOME This wooden tree slice turned wall hanger will be sure to brighten your home and bring a smile to your face over love not only for your home, but for your home state! The Stop @ Union Station 300 Water St, 36104 334-261-1121

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SHOPPING

WE’VE GOT RETAIL THERAPY IN THE BAG

The Stop at Union Station

200 Water St, 36104 D |334-261-1121

visitingmontgomery.com Stop in for memorable gifts with a Southern accent, including local artwork, food products and more.

STYLE SAVVY

Eve’s Studio

2026 Clubview Dr, 36106 334-262-8888 evesstudiollc.com

Repeat Performance

Mulberry St, 36106 |1530 334-264-0496

JUST FOR KIDS

Storkland/Name Dropper

EastChase Pkwy, 36117 |7107 334-277-7118 storkland.net

STYLE SAVVY FOR MEN

Buckelew’s, Inc.

Graham St, Suite 101, 36106 |1617 334-279-5147

JoS. A. Bank

Zelda Rd, 36106 |2960 334-279-8838 josbank.com

The Locker Room

Carter Hill Rd, 36106 |1717 334-262-1788 tlrclothiers.com

DECK THE WALLS

The Dauber Gallery

Commerce St, 36104 D |130 334-538-4677 daubergallery.com

Gallery One Fine Art

Cloverdale Rd, 36106 |423 334-269-1114 galleryonefineart.com

Stonehenge & Stonehenge Lighting

Cloverdale Rd, 36106 |417 334-263-3190 stonehengegallery.com

ALL TOGETHER NOW

Eastdale Mall

Eastdale Mall, 36117 |1000 334-277-7380 eastdale-mall.com

Knicker Knacker Market

Lee St, Unit A, 36104 D |163 334-261-4003

The Shoppes at EastChase

7274 EastChase Pkwy, 36117 334-279-6046 theshoppesateastchase.com

PET LOVERS

Petland

7127 EastChase Pkwy, 36117 334-277-2226 petlandmontgomery.com

GOURMET GOODIES

Derk’s Filet & Vine

431 Cloverdale Rd, 36106 334-262-8463 filetandvine.com

Edible Arrangements

3000 Zelda Rd, 36106 334-270-2888 ediblearrangements.com

Honey Baked Ham

2816 E South Blvd, 36116 334-284-9100 honeybakedham.com

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Montgomery Curb Market

1004 Madison Ave, 36104 334-263-6445

Peppertree Steaks & Wine

8101 Vaughn Rd, 36116 334-271-6328 steaksnwine.com

Popcorn Pizzazz

Atlanta Hwy, 36109 |4029 334-517-1570 popnpizzazz.com

Priesters Pecan Company

Old Fort Rd E, Fort Deposit |208 334-227-4301 priesters.com

Biscuits Basket

200 Coosa St, 36104 334-323-2255

Gander Mountain

Eastern Blvd, 36117 |2424 334-239-4385 gandermountain.com

Henig Furs, Inc.

4135 Carmichael Rd, 36106 334-277-7610 henigfurs.com

Southern Homes & Gardens

Vaughn Rd, 36117 |8820 334-387-0440

southernhomesandgardens.com

THE PERFECT GIFTS

Bryson’s Fine Jewelry

EastChase Pkwy, 36117 |8073 334-270-2257 brysonsfinejewelry.com

Capitol’s Rosemont Gardens

Rosemont Place, 36106 |2210 334-834-7731 capitolrosemont.com

Charlotte’s Jewelry

Vaughn Rd, 36116 |8161 334-396-1991

charlottesdiamondjewelers.com

Goat Hill Museum Store

Tucker Pecan

DISCOVER TREASURES

600 Dexter Ave, 36104 D |334-353-4969

tuckerpecan.com

Eastbrook Flea Market & Antique Mall, Inc.

Governor’s Mansion Gift Shop

N McDonough St, 36104 D |350 334-262-4471

BE SPECIFIC

A-Z Toys

EastChase Pkwy, 36117 |7248 334-356-9648

Alabama Outdoors

Vaughn Rd, 36117 |7917 334-277-3232 alabamaoutdoors.com

Ashley Gilbreath Interior Design

1614 Graham St, 36106 334-262-3231 ashleygilbreath.com

B. Barganier Interior Accents

Coliseum Blvd, 36109 |425 334-277-4027

eastbrookantiquemall.com

Montgomery Antiques & Interiors, LLC

Eastern Blvd, 36117 |1955 334-277-2490

montgomeryantiquesandinteriors.com

Pickwick Antiques, Inc.

3851 Interstate Ct, 36109 334-279-1481 pickwickantiques.com

S.A.C.’s Gallery

529 S Perry St, 36104 D 334-265-9931 sacsgallery.org

Finley Ave, 36104 |30334-241-8824

Marquirette’s Exquisite Jewelry

Vaughn Rd, 36116 |7818 334-270-0074 marquirettes.com

Ware Jewelers

EastChase Pkwy, 36117 |7268 334-386-9273 warejewelers.com

You Name It

Atlanta Hwy, 36109 |5350-A 334-272-9878

Zelda Rd, 36106 |2960-B 334-215-1003

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Memories to Take Home Let us help you nd just the right gift…

30 Finley Avenue, Montgomery 334-241-8824 • Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 Located across from the back entrance to the Mansion

Unique souvenirs, gifts & artist-made items made in & about Alabama. Store hours: Mon - Fri 8:00-4:30, Sat 9:00-4:00 Located inside the State Capitol on the Union Street Side 600 Dexter Ave., Montgomery, AL 36104

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UNIQUE VENUES

UNIQUE SPACES AND OUTDOOR PLACES FOR ANY EVENT

129 Coosa

|334-517-1121 129coosa.com A&P Social

|334-356-3814 aandpsocial.com Alabama Activity Center

334-269-0222 montgomery-catering.com

Alabama Nature Center

|334-285-4550 alabamawildlife.org

Alabama Shakespeare Festival

|334-271-5312 asf.net

Alabama State University

|334-229-4529 alasu.edu AlleyBAR

|334-387-3333 Alley Station

|334-277-1077 alleystation.com Auburn University Montgomery

Capital City Club

|334-834-8920 capitalmontgomery.com Chapel Hill Meeting House at The Waters

|334-272-3200 thewatersal.com

Club Room at Hampstead

|334-270-6700 hampsteadliving.com

Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts

|334-240-4333 mmfa.org

Montgomery Performing Arts Center

|334-481-5100 mpaconline.org

Montgomery Zoo & Mann Museum

Gateway Park Lodge

|334-240-4900 montgomeryzoo.com

Grandma Home House Retreat

|334-240-4500 oldalabamatown.com

Hank Williams Museum

|334-625-2100 funinmontgomery.com

Harriott II Riverboat

|334-323-2255 riverwalk-catering.com

Jasmine Hill Gardens

|334-264-0829 montgomery-catering.com

|334-284-7920 funinmontgomery.com

|334-215-7338 thegrandmahomehouseretreat.com |334-262-3600 thehankwilliamsmuseum.net |334-625-2100 funinmontgomery.com |334-567-6463 jasminehill.org

|334-244-3295 aum.edu/myconference

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Old Alabama Town Riverwalk Amphitheater Riverwalk Stadium RSA Plaza Terrace Tavern at Railyard

Troy University’s Davis Theatre

|334-241-9543 troy.edu/davistheatre

Troy University’s Whitley Hall

|334-241-9543 troy.edu

Union Station

|334-261-1120 visitingmontgomery.com Union Station Train Shed

|334-625-2100 funinmontgomery.com

W.A. Gayle Planetarium

|334-625-4799 troy.edu/planetarium The Warehouse

|334-277-1077 alleystation.com

Wynlakes Country Club

|334-279-0297 wynlakes.com

Young House

|334-264-7480 jenniewellercatering.com

|334-262-0080 railyardbrewingcompany.com

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For Extraordinary events, We’ve Got Your number From 10 to 300 we can accommodate your private event with three unique venues. The Cellar 24 capacity Boardroom table and lounge with soft seating The River Room 100 capacity Seats 48 at rounds, includes private patio with soft seating 129 Coosa 300 capacity Seats 144 at rounds, includes private 2nd floor balcony

Central is located in the heart of Montgomery’s downtown entertainment district at 129 Coosa St. Montgomery, AL, 36104. To book an event please call 334-517-1121 or visit www.central129coosa.com and www.129coosa.com.

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The Right Formula for Family Reunions Bring the whole gang! Montgomery’s abundance of family friendly attractions and activities, dining destinations and venues all permeated by a rich history and true Southern hospitality blend together to make our city the place to host a family reunion full of fun and fellowship.

Services We can provide services and resources throughout the planning stages of your reunion. Go to visitingmontgomery.com or call 800-240-9452 to request a detailed planning guide with valuable tips and a complete planning checklist.

Try these activities and attractions: • • • • • • •

Biscuits Baseball Harriott II Riverboat Cruise Jasmine Hill Gardens Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail Civil Rights Attractions Montgomery Zoo Family Genealogy Research at the Alabama Dept. of Archives & History • Riverfront Park and Splashpad • Ice Palace at Eastdale Mall

Here is what we can do for you: • Assist with finding the most suitable hotel • Provide visitor information for the reunion planning committee and your guests • Provide nametags, depending on the total number of hotel rooms • Provide vendor information for commemorative items

CALLING ALL GROUPS! WHAT THE MONTGOMERY CVB CAN DO FOR YOU

With a wide array of services and helpful advice delivered by a knowledgeable, friendly team, the Montgomery CVB makes FUN convenient and affordable for Request your MGM groups of any Event Planner kind and any size.

See it All: Take a Tour n Detailed Itineraries n Step-On-Guide Service

Stay Power: Lodging n Make Hotel Recommendations n Send a Lead for the Best Hotel Rates

Enjoy a Warm Welcome: Bags & Brochures n Welcome Bags and Name Badges n Montgomery Promotional Material

Full service hotel • Free shuttle from airport 96 Folmar Pkwy, Montgomery, AL 36105 (334)288-3858 • holidayinn.com/montgomeryal 60 UPCOMING EVENTS VISITINGMONTGOMERY.COM

120 Madison Avenue Montgomery, Alabama 36104

334.245.2320

Fairfield Inn & Suites Montgomery Airport South 7560 Mobile Highway Montgomery, Alabama 36105

334.281.6882

Hampton Inn & Suites Historic Downtown

100 Commerce Street Montgomery, Alabama 36104

334.265.1010

Hampton Inn Montgomery South Airport 60 Wasden Road Hope Hull, Alabama 36043

334.280.9592

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SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY FULL SERVICE HOTELS MEETING YOUR NEEDS

Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center

Tallapoosa St |201 Montgomery, AL 36104 D

334-481-5000 renaissancemontgomery.com

The Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa and the adjacent Convention Center have brought much more to downtown Montgomery than an impressive new shadow on the skyline. Contemporary styling married

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with classic Southern hospitality combine with the hotelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long list of amenities. With 342 rooms, ample and flexible meeting spaces, a European spa, a restaurant, fitness center and more all in one place, this AAA Four Diamond property is quickly becoming the premier destination for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel offers a 14,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom on the main level and provides additional meeting space with 18 breakout rooms that total 14,000 square feet. The Convention Center has over 73,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space.

Embassy Suites Hotel and Montgomery Conference Center

Tallapoosa St |300 Montgomery, AL 36104 D

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Located in downtown Montgomery, Embassy Suites Hotel and Montgomery Conference Center combines an upscale, full-service, all-suite hotel with stellar service and a diverse array of amenities. It is right next to the Montgomery Area Visitor Center and the Montgomery Convention

Center. Only nine miles from the Montgomery Regional Airport, Embassy Suites offers complimentary airport shuttles. Embassy Suites has 15,000 square feet of meeting space including a ballroom and breakout rooms. Celebrate a special event or meeting for up to 1,000 guests in one of the hotel’s versatile meeting rooms. Embassy Suites also offers a fully equipped BusinessLink™ business center. Enjoy all the additional amenities including 2 room suites, and free cooked-to-order breakfast.

Doubletree

Madison Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104 D |120 334-245-2320 doubletree3.hilton.com

Conveniently located in Downtown Montgomery, Alabama, this hotel puts you in easy reach of the city’s top government offices, businesses and is only steps away from the Montgomery Convention Center.

Surrounded by important historical sites, as well as great shopping and dining options, this hotel in Montgomery is the perfect choice whether you are traveling on business, vacation or a combination of the two. With 8,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space, and two casual dining options, this Montgomery hotel is the ideal choice for your next business function, conference or celebration. FOR INFORMATION 800-240-9452 OR TEXT MGMAL TO 313131

OPENING SPRING 2016

Hilton Garden Inn, EastChase

7665 EastChase Pkwy, Montgomery, AL 36117 334-244-0101 montgomeryeastchase.hgi.com

Located in the Shoppes at EastChase in East Montgomery, this brand new full service hotel features state-of-the-art conveniences, such as a 24-hour business center, fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi, an outdoor seasonal pool and full service restaurant.

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Wind Creek Montgomery

Eddie L Tullis Rd, Montgomery, AL 36117 |1801 334-866-946-3360 windcreekmontgomery.com

At Wind Creek Casino Montgomery, the excitement begins when you step through the doors of our 65,000-square-foot gaming floor. With over 2,200 thrilling games to choose from, odds are you’ll find a favorite right away. To enhance your gaming experience, we invite you to join THE CLUB, offering discounts and points every time you play. But most of all, we invite you to come find your winning moment. The property also features a non-smoking room with more than 150 games, salon service, and a variety of restaurants: B. B. King’s Blues Club, Lucille’s and Itta Bena, a fine dining restaurant.

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Holiday Inn Montgomery Airport South

Folmar Pkwy, Montgomery, AL 36105 |96334-288-3858 holidayinn.com/montgomeryal

This Montgomery, Alabama hotel is conveniently located off I-65 and only minutes away from the Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM). This fullservice hotel, on the south side of historic Montgomery, has the amenities to ensure your satisfaction. Families and business travelers alike will enjoy dining in Magnolia’s Cafe or the convenience of in-room dining. Free airport shuttle.

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334.244.0101 • 7665 EastChase Parkway, Montgomery, Alabama, 36117 FOR INFORMATION 800-240-9452 OR TEXT MGMAL TO 313131

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Home Inn & Suites 5709 Express Dr | 387-3016

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DON’T FORGET FIDO The capital city isn’t just cool for people, it’s cool for canines too. Check out these pet-friendly places that are happy to accommodate your four-legged friend. EAT: The A&P Social, Kudzu Noodle Bar and Midtown Pizza Kitchen have outdoor seating where dogs are welcome. The Tipping Point in Hampstead neighborhood takes it a step farther, offering dog bones and water bowls for pets on its expansive deck and even Frisbees for playing in the nearby park.

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STAY: Look for the “pets allowed” designation on the Accommodations chart to find pet-friendly hotels. PLAY: The Hannah Daye Ridling Bark Park is a 5-acre area just for pooch playtime with special designated areas for both large and small dogs. There are also two pavilions, benches, a wash pad for each side and a walking trail. Located at the Blount Cultural Park, it’s a great spot to relax while your dog burns off some energy. TREAT: Stop in Louisa’s Bakery in Old Cloverdale and grab some fresh-baked, homemade doggie cookies made with only the best ingredients.

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Downtown’s Only All Suite Hotel

The rates include: a full, cooked-to-order breakfast every morning, a two hour evening reception each evening, a 2 room suite, and a full-service restaurant, Montgomery Cafe. Embassy Suites Montgomery is the only downtown hotel that offers free round trip airport shuttle service.

300 Tallapoosa St • 334.269-5055 www.EmbassySuitesMontgomery.com facebook.com/embassysuites.montgomery

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IN THE MIDDLE OF ALABAMA, THIS DIVERSE AREA IS A DYNAMIC CENTERPIECE OF THE STATE.

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As its name implies, the Montgomery River Region is an area full of rivers. Some are lazy, others fast flowing, but this confluence of water in Central Alabama has formed a section of the state that is known for many things. Encompassing everything from the natural beauty and rustic feel of rural landscapes and agricultural industries to high-tech manufacturing facilities, the seat of state government and a major Air Force base, the River Region is composed of several distinct communities, all boasting rich histories and exciting futures on the horizon. The River Regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s communities include: Montgomery, Prattville, Millbrook, the Town of Pike Road, Wetumpka, Tuskegee and Tallassee. The region is growing quickly and is currently home to over 366,000 people. Discover the abundant opportunities that make them great places to live, work or visit.

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The River Region got its name thanks to two major rivers, The Coosa and The Tallapoosa, joining to form The Alabama River just north of the capital city. The Alabama River runs alongside downtown Montgomery and continues south where it forms the Mobile and Tenasaw rivers, which finally empty into Mobile Bay. Visit visitingmontgomery.com for more details.

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Prattville

Pike Road

Wetumpka

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• Prattaugan Museum • Heritage Center • RTJ Golf Course • Wilderness Park • Daniel Pratt Historic District & Creekwalk

• Arbor Week • July 4 Summer Fest • World’s Widest Yard Sale • Arts and Crafts Fair

• Asteroid Crater • Jasmine Hill • Ft. Toulouse • Gold Star Park • Swayback Bridge Trail

• Council Tree • Old Mill Bridge • Thurlow Dam • Riverfront District • Patterson Log Cabin

• Annual Bridge Crossing • 1,200 Historic Structures • Civil War Re-enactment

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THE TOWN OF PIKE ROAD GOOD NEIGHBORS A QUINTESSENTIAL ALABAMA “HOMETOWN,” THE TOWN OF PIKE ROAD WELCOMES ALL TO EXPERIENCE ITS WELL-BLENDED MIX OF OLD AND NEW.

Connected & Community-Focused Nestled nicely into the eastern part of Montgomery County, the Town of Pike Road is a perfect snapshot of small-town life, offering pastoral scenery and a more leisurely pace that feels a whole world away, yet is only minutes from opportunities offered by neighboring cities. The Town of Pike Road recently celebrated its 18th birthday, and a lot has changed since the town was incorporated as a municipality in 1997. However, one thing remains the same: its mission. “Planning for the future while preserving our character,” are more than words on paper. This mission statement is lived out daily and put into practice by Mayor Gordon Stone and other town leaders. Pike Road’s character, according to many residents, is what makes the town special. What began as a community with a little more than 200 people has now prospered into a thriving town. Its sprawling meadows and woodland glens are dotted with more than 40 unique neighborhoods, each with its own personality and including some of the region’s oldest settlements. Today’s population of approximately 8,000 residents is diverse, with citizens across the demographic spectrum calling the Town of Pike Road home. With all this growth, maintaining its unique character remains as fundamental as it was when the town began, as Mayor Stone explained. “We’ve listened to the people from day one and stayed true to what is important to them.”

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Who Knew? The Town of Pike Road has been named the fastest growing municipality in the State of Alabama for the past three consecutive years.

Kids Come First More than 200 meetings and thousands of heartfelt conversations with residents helped establish the four pillars that drive the Town’s progress: quality of life, public service, planning and education. While each of these pillars is equally important, the education component played a significant role in 2015 as the long journey of establishing of public school system came to fruition. A longtime dream became a reality on August 13, 2015, when the doors opened to the Pike Road School System. More than 1,000 students were welcomed to their community school.

Who Knew? The Pike Road School System is one of the only schools in the State of Alabama using project-based learning to educate students. Advanced technology combined with hands-on learning is giving students the ability to think, innovate and create and preparing them for the real world

Who Knew? In honor of the Town’s 18th birthday, leaders unveiled a mural wall project that will illustrate the history of Pike Road. This 60 x 12 foot mural was erected in the Town’s historical district behind the original Town Hall. The entire community was invited to paint the foundation on the wall, “making their mark” on history. A local artist then painted historical scenes that help tell the story of Pike Road. This mural is also part of the Alabama 200, the state’s Bicentennial celebration.

The first campus of the school system houses kindergarten through eighth grade students, who live within the municipal limits of Pike Road. A grade will be added each year, with the first senior class of Pike Road School System set to graduate in the spring of 2020. Properties throughout the town are already being renovated and plans are in the works to develop these additional campuses. Students and parents are thrilled to once again have the opportunity to experience excellence in public education.

A Prosperous Present Its ability to attract such a variety of people is proof of its appeal, and perhaps the Town’s biggest asset is its commitment to preserving the past while planning wisely for the future. Small family farms and equestrian facilities maintain the Town’s ties to its agricultural roots, as new businesses and new neighborhoods come to the area, creating a harmonious mix of yesterday and today. “Our motto is ‘welcome home,’ and these words exemplify the spirit of this town and the feeling we try to convey to everyone who visits,” said Mayor Gordon Stone.

The Future is Bright Since incorporation, the Town of Pike Road has come grown and evolved. “Pike Road is a special place. Our unique municipal model is built on great partnerships, strong volunteers, dedicated staff and an engaged group of residents,” said Mayor Stone. The Town has now completed the first two phases of a Natural Trails System that highlights the beauty of its rural landscape and will also be used as an educational tool to connect neighbors, family and friends. When complete, the system will use four different “trailheads” to connect more than 30 miles of land. Each one of these will focus on a different educational component and tie back into the history of Pike Road.

Who Knew? Pike Road is home to Alabama’s Mother of the Year for the past two years. Residents Patty Payne and Charlene Rabren earned the title in 2014 and 2015.

Visit pikeroad.us for more details. FOR INFORMATION 800-240-9452 OR TEXT MGMAL TO 313131

Upcoming Events

Find more details at www.pikeroad.us and on our social media pages. January • Health & Wellness Expo • Crossroads Dinner Theatre

April • Spring Clean-up • Community Wide Yard Sale • Art Workshops with Jon Matthews

February • Valentines For Veterans • Arbor Week

May • 5K & Half Marathon for Mental Health Awareness

March • Month of Service June • Art Market • Art and Musical Theatre Camps • Lunch & Learn for Children • Art Workshops with Barbara Davis • Lunch & Learn

Connect With Us

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SELMA THE OLD SOUTH WITH A NEW ATTITUDE

IN SELMA, HISTORY LIVES ON EVERY CORNER, AND WHILE THE CITY IS ANCHORED BY ITS PAST, IT’S FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE, CELEBRATING HERITAGE, ARCHITECTURE, ARTS AND CULTURE WITH YOU Civil War As a major manufacturer of military resources and munitions for the Confederate cause, Selma was at the center of some of the Civil War’s most contested struggles. Evidence of the role the city played in the Civil War can still be seen and felt today at several historic sites. The Old Depot Museum offers visitors a tour through the colorful past of Selma, with a particular focus on Selma’s place in the Civil War. A cameo of Elodie Todd Dawson, Abraham Lincoln’s sisterin-law and a rabid confederate, offers a poignant reminder that the Civil War split many families asunder. Confederate bills, many printed in Selma, recall “the lost cause” in all its frailty. Selma’s crucial role as one of the South’s largest munitions producers is highlighted with exhibits of shells and cannon balls that visitors can both see and touch. As a sister museum to Selma’s National Voting Rights Museum, the Ancient Africa, Enslavement, and Civil War Museum’s permanent

and temporary exhibits invite you to explore and reflect upon one of the most controversial and compelling periods of our country’s history. This museum offers, by appointment only, an educational perspective of the Civil War and slavery with provocative, yet balanced, displays, many of which are interactive. Serving as a Confederate Hospital, the Vaughan-Smitherman Museum was spared by Federal General J.H. Wilson when his troops ravished Selma in early April 1865. It is now home to the Art Lewis Collection of Documents and includes a pardon signed by President Abraham Lincoln just four days before his assassination. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Old Live Oak Cemetery tells multiple stories through its headstones and monuments, many of which mark the final resting place of Civil War soldiers. The Confederate Monument is in the cemetery’s Memorial Circle and honors fallen Confederate soldiers, including the 155 who were moved from other cemeteries to Old Live Oak. Many other prominent Selmians are interred at this beautiful spot as well.

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Civil Rights After decades of oppression, it took years of peaceful protest in the face of violent opposition to finally achieve voting rights for African Americans. Much of the Civil Rights struggle took place in and around Selma, including one of its seminal moments, the Selma to Montgomery March. In 1965, hundreds of voting rights advocates, both black and white, set off on foot to Montgomery and the Capitol Building to take their grievances to Governor George Wallace’s doorstep. On March 7, 1965, 600 people marched toward Montgomery. After just six blocks, when they crossed the now infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge over the Alabama River, mounted deputies and state troopers dispatched by Governor Wallace attacked the group with nightsticks and tear gas, injuring dozens. The event came to be known as “Bloody Sunday.” The violence stopped the marchers’ first attempt, but they would not be stopped for good. Two weeks later, under the protection of Alabama National Guardsmen and Army troops, a court-ordered limit of 300 marchers led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. set off again from Selma and marched along U.S. Hwy. 80 to the steps of the State Capitol. Soon after, President Lyndon Johnson signed the 1965 Voting Rights Act on August 6. In Selma, walk in the footsteps of the brave men and women who fought for equal rights by visiting historic sites including the Selma-to-Montgomery National Historic Trail, the Selma Interpretive Center, the Edmund Pettus Bridge and the National Voting Rights Museum.

Architecture Much can be learned about the character and heritage of a place simply by looking at its architecture. This is certainly true in Selma; it is one of the few towns in the United States with so much impressive architectural variety in such a small area. Many of the over 1,200 historic structures you can observe boast architectural significance that go far beyond the stories of the families who lived in them. Indeed, the city’s homes, buildings, churches and other structures reveal its rich past in every arch, window, column and deep porch. VISITOR GUIDE selmaalabama.com Take the city’s Walking Tour to discover its multi-layered history as seen in its wide array of architectural styles.

Arts “Art for All” could be the motto of the Selma Art Guild, a local group that runs the city’s only permanent art gallery showcasing the talents of area artists. The Guild welcomes you to see and enjoy paintings, sculptures, drawings, photography, fiber arts and more for free, as the gallery never charges admission. Founded in 2003, ArtsRevive’s mission is to: “enhance community development in the greater historic Selma region through the development of arts, urban design and tourism while preserving the diverse cultural heritage of the region.” One of ArtsRevive’s major projects is the transformation of the old Carneal Auto building downtown into the ArtsRevive Center, a space for offices, art shows, art workshops and other community events.

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Selma boasts over 1,200 historic homes and structures representing a variety of architectural styles including Italianate, Victorian, Gothic and Greek Revival, as well as, several churches and a synagogue that played prominent roles in both the Civil War and the Civil Rights movement.

Events Calendar 2016 SELMA

January Morgan Academy Deer Hunt

February Black Heritage Field Trips Black Belt Genealogy Conference and Family History Fair

March Bridge Crossing Jubilee Alabama River Chili Cook-off SABRA Sanctuary Annual Charity Dinner and Auction Historic Selma Pilgrimage

April April Walking Tours Little Friends Fish Fry Fundraiser ArtsRevive Annual Art Show Central Alabama Crawfish Festival Low Country Boil Dallas County Relay for Life Historic U.S. Hi-Way 80 Yard Sale Butterflies and Bridges 8K Race Michael Johnson Youth Football and Cheer Camp Battle of Selma Re-enactment Rock N Ribs Benefit

June—September First Friday events at the St. James Hotel

June Unity in the Community Jazz on the Grazz A White Linen Affair

July Fourth of July Spectacular Jazzy Weekend “Stop the Violence – Move Your Body” Street Fest Screen on the Green Outdoor Movie Cool Water Band on Tour Michael Johnson Fun Fest Community Fun Day and Karaoke

August Selma Museum Tours Water Avenue One-Day Flea Market Women in Business Open House and Street Fest Gospel Explosion

September Riverfront Park Music & Arts Festival Sturdivant Hall BBQ on the Greens Labor Day Weekend Finale

October Central Alabama Fair Yeargan Farms Pumpkin Patch St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Lobsterfest Alabama Tale Tellin’ Festival Integrity Worldwide 5K Haunted History Tours Central Alabama Marching Band Festival Alabama Wildlife Federation Wild Game Cook-off Monster March and Fall Fest Kenan’s Mill Festival

December Selma Christmas Parade Reindeer Romp 5K Holiday Festival Art Jam at the Walton Theatre

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River Region

COMMUNITY

PRATTVILLE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS ONE OF ALABAMA’S FIRST “PLANNED COMMUNITIES,” PRATTVILLE IS PROUD OF ITS PAST AND ENJOYING ITS PRESENT — LOOKING AHEAD TO EVEN BETTER TIMES

Just 13 miles north of Montgomery, Prattville is a city with multiple personalities that work together to create a place that’s earned itself the name “the Preferred Community.” The city was modeled after a New England village, yet has all the hospitality and warmth indicative of its deep-South locale. Although ranked as one of the fastest growing areas in Alabama, Prattville maintains a quaint charm, and its close-knit, small-town atmosphere belies the many metropolitan opportunities and modern amenities offered. It’s a harmonious marriage of seeming opposites that’s made its residents swell with hometown pride and eager to welcome everyone to their special spot in Central Alabama’s River Region.

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Our neighborly feel and sense of place make Prattville such a great city to live in or just to visit. Patty Vanderwal, President, Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce

A History of Industry In 1818, Autauga County was established a full year before Alabama even became a state. The area got its big boost when in 1835, the city’s namesake, New Hampshire native and industrialist Daniel Pratt, bought nearly 2,000 acres at the fall line of Autauga Creek, the area that is now downtown Prattville. Pratt established a town and began manufacturing his cotton gins, and his company quickly became the foremost producer of cotton gins in the world. Pratt is widely considered “Alabama’s First Industrialist,” and as his enterprises prospered, so did Prattville. In 1866, Prattville became the county seat, and Pratt was unanimously elected the town’s first mayor. From these humble beginnings, Prattville is home to almost 35,000 people today.

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Sights to See Prattville’s second nickname is “The Fountain City,” thanks to its many artesian wells. Some have been capped, but there are plenty still offering up gallons of sweet, clear, mineral-rich water, and a few allow citizens and visitors to fill containers and take the water home. Find public artesian wells throughout the historic downtown area including one at the corner of 3rd and Chestnut Streets. It is history that’s flowing free at the Prattaugan Museum/Heritage Center. This circa 1840 Greek Revival home contains numerous interesting artifacts from the Pratt Family. There’s also a public artesian well at this site. Efforts to preserve heritage in the form of old homes and other structures resulted in the creation of Old Prattvillage. Another preserved architectural treasure is Buena Vista, a circa 1830 structure on the National Register of Historic Places. Legend has it that Andrew Jackson patterned the staircase at his home The Hermitage after visiting Buena Vista. To fully explore the Prattville area’s natural beauty, Wilderness Park is a must-see. Giant oriental bamboo plants soar 60 feet to form a canopy in the sky. On the banks of the Alabama River, Cooter’s Pond Park features two boat ramps, docks, a riverwalk and pavilions. A popular, and usually productive, fishing hole by the same name abuts the park. Another place that begs a visit is Prattville’s huge Bass Pro Shop, an outdoor enthusiast’s dream-come-true, with cascading waterfalls, fish aquariums, a restaurant, fudge shop and retail space galore.

Downtown Delights The Daniel Pratt Historic District in downtown has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1984. Pratt’s careful planning resulted in a pleasing and efficient layout of manufacturing, retail businesses, churches, schools and residences. The rest of downtown retains much of this same feel and has been reinvigorated in recent years, now boasting locally owned shops and boutiques, restaurants and more.

The Creekwalk is nestled along the banks of Autauga Creek and winds through a portion of the historic downtown area. Heritage Park offers a great view of Pratt’s dream showcased in the Autauga Creek Dam and the Pratt Manufacturing Complex, which is still in operation today as Continental Eagle.

The Grass Is Greener

VISITOR GUIDE prattvilleal.gov World-class golf is played on the rolling fairways and picture-perfect greens at Prattville’s Capitol Hill, the crown jewel of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. A state-of-the-art conference center and hotel, Prattville Marriott at Capitol Hill offers excellent amenities for business groups and individuals. The Yokohama Tire LPGA Classic golf tournament, brings in over 50,000 people to the area each year.

Looking Ahead “There is no shortage of pride when we talk about Prattville,” Vanderwal said. “Combine our rich history, our quality of life and our focus on the future, and it all adds up to success. We are a community that is moving forward, and the best is yet to come.” Photos provided by Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce and Journal Communications

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Prattville’s Annual Events

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JULY

July 4th Parade & Fireworks Celebration

MARCH

Fountain City Arts Festival Jan/Feb

Mardi Gras Parade Prattville’s annual Mardi Gras Parade winds its way through the streets of downtown, with plenty of beads, candy and moonpies for everyone. Local vendors will be selling beverages and food and a children’s fun area will be set up as well.

Art springs to life in March during the Annual Fountain City Arts Festival, at Pratt Park in downtown. Admission is free, and it features renowned artists, Charlie “Tin Man” Lucas, She-She, Barbara Simpson, Russell Everett and Kasey Hope, as well as over 40 more local and regional artists, plus live entertainment and great food.

MAY

Prattville City Fest This arts & crafts show is held the first Saturday in May. Includes a free concert on Friday night. There are over 120 arts & crafts vendors with great food. Live entertainment all day Saturday with free children’s activities. Visit prattvillecityfest.com for more information.

Prattville’s Annual 4th of July Celebration includes the annual 4th of July Parade, the Lion’s Club Bar-B-Q and Camp Stew Sale, cardboard boat races and a fireworks presentation. December

The Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade Kickstart the holiday season each year.

preserving our past....promoting our future 131 North Court Street Prattville, Alabama 36066 www.prattvillechamber.com

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Phone: 334-365-7392 Toll-Free: 1-800-588-2796 Fax: 334-361-1314

River Region

COMMUNITY

WETUMPKA PLAY & STAY

THE CITY OF WETUMPKA IS LOCATED IN ELMORE COUNTY, THE THIRD-FASTEST GROWING COUNTY IN THE STATE Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachians, along the banks of the Coosa River, Wetumpka is appropriately known as the “City of Natural Beauty.” And while its abundance of small-town charm offers a leisurely lifestyle, it’s also strategically located only 10 miles north of Montgomery between U.S. Highway 231 and Interstate 65. Come see why this lovely spot is a great place to visit and to live.

Coosa

Fort Toulouse

Explore the Outdoors

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“Welcome to Wetumpka. Known for our heritage, hospitality and scenic landscapes, we’ve got something for everyone, and we’re happy to share it all with you.” Jerry Willis, Mayor, Wetumpka, AL

Thanks to a six-mile stretch of whitewater rapids, hiking and mountain-biking trails, welcoming parks and clean, clear lakes, Wetumpka is also a haven for outdoor recreation lovers. •

Wetumpka has an abundance of walking trails and recreational biking/hiking trails for the outdoor enthusiast.

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The Swayback Bridge Trail draws mountain bikers and runners from around the country with its single track full of tight technical sections and steep climbs.

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The Wetumpka Riverwalk begs folks to come stroll along the banks of the Coosa River and enjoy Wetumpka’s natural resources. The trail leads to the newly constructed Sports Complex.

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The scenic Coosa River (that runs right through town) and local lakes offer some of the best fishing in the state with abundant populations of bass, crappie and catfish. The Gold Star Park boat landing and State boat landing are both located on the Coosa for easy access.

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Kayaking and canoeing the rushing rapids of the Coosa make for some fast-paced fun. Class II and III rapids appeal to paddlers from near and far. Several area businesses rent boats and other equipment.

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Lake Jordan is one of the state’s premier bass-fishing lakes, earning it a spot on the popular Alabama Bass Trail.

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The Piedmont Birding Trail includes two prime viewing locations at Gold Star Park and Ft. Toulouse-Fort Jackson with a surprising variety of habitats that make them a bird watcher’s dream.

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Jasmine Hill Gardens, called “Alabama’s little corner of Greece,” features over 20 acres of year-round floral beauty as well as classical sculptures.

History & Heritage Wetumpka is proud of its rich history and has the preserved sites and attractions to prove it. •

Fort Toulouse-Fort Jackson State Park offers visitors exhibits and living-history events that trace the site’s 600 years of history. The park also hosts a 39-site campground overlooking the Coosa River.

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The Elmore County Historical Museum preserves and displays Wetumpka’s eventful past for future generations.

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The Museum of Black History’s permanent collections promote the ingenuity, creativity, cultural and political expressions of Elmore County’s black community.

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Historic home tours are offered throughout the year, as are historic cemetery tours.

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Downtown Wetumpka is listed as part of the “National Register of Historic Places,” and sites to see include the 1931 court house, the distinctive Bibb Graves Bridge, three antebellum churches and several historic homes.

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Creativity & Culture The city boasts strong support of the arts, and there’s always something to see. •

The Wetumpka Depot Players is a renowned community theatre performing original plays and Broadway favorites.

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The Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery honors the prestigious painter from Elmore County and promotes the arts by exhibiting the works of local artists.

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The Rumbling Waters Studio and Gallery, located inside the oldest business building in Wetumpka, showcases one-of-a-kind woodworking art and offers classes and private lessons for both beginners and advanced woodcarvers.

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The Alabama River Region Art Center is committed to stimulating individual creative expression and appreciation of the visual, performing and culinary arts by providing high-quality, affordable programs.

Fit for Kids Wetumpka’s welcoming parks are the perfect places for kids to unwind. Fain Park, located on the western banks of the Coosa River, offers a playground and the riverwalk. Gold Star Park is also located along the banks of the Coosa River and offers stunning scenery, a walking trail, a playground, a boat landing and a stop on the Piedmont Birding Trail.

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On the edge of the Coosa River, The Wind Creek Wetumpka Hotel and Casino features an 85,000-square-foot-gaming floor with 2,500 games. The luxurious, five-star hotel has 283 rooms with spectacular views of the city. The gift shop is full of great finds, and there are several delicious dining options. Don’t miss the 16-gallon shark tank!

In the Swing Golfers can see if their play is up to par on one of Wetumpka’s golf courses: Quail Walk Country Club or Emerald Mountain Golf Club.

If you’re searching for charm, history and natural beauty combined, Wetumpka’s the place for you.

Visit cityofwetumpka.com for more details.

Sports Complex

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Lake Jordan, site of Bassmaster Tournament

WETUMPKA EVENTS FOR EVERYONE

WETUMPKA’S CALENDAR IS PACKED WITH DIVERSE EVENTS THAT FEATURE FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. VISIT CITYOFWETUMPKA.COM TO FIND DETAILS.

2016 Special Events

Other annual events:

CRATERFEST APRIL This educational and entertaining event includes great music and the chance to participate in impact crater lectures and tours.

ARBOR DAY-FEBRUARY

WETUMPKA’S RIVER AND BLUES MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL JULY This annual Festival has over 10,000 attendees each year and offers free family entertainment in a relaxing, friendly environment. Located on the banks of the Coosa River, live bands play blues and zydeco on two stages for all ages to enjoy. A free children’s area, juried art show and barbecue cook-off are also part of the celebration.

EARTH DAY- APRIL

CHRISTMAS ON THE COOSA DECEMBER Named as a Top 10 event in 2013 by the Alabama Tourism Vacation Guide, this local community tradition continues to grow every year. It includes a character breakfast, arts & crafts show, car show, street parade and ends in a boat parade with a skiing Santa and fireworks. Other events in December are the tree lighting and a live nativity.

COOSA RIVER CHALLENGE – OCTOBER

WETUMPKA CRATER LECTURE & TOURS- FEBRUARY MARDI GRAS PARADE- FEBRUARY NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER- MAY WHITE WATER FESTIVAL- MAY ATTACK ON SWAYBACK - JUNE FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION – JULY 4 CANDY WALK – OCTOBER COLOR THE TOWN PINK WALK – OCTOBER FRONTIER DAYS - NOVEMBER NEW YEARS EVE ASTEROID DROP - DECEMBER 31

Who Knew?

Star-Fall

Wetumpka’s idyllic charm has captured Hollywood’s eye three times. Its picturesque downtown area served as part of the setting for the movies “The Grass Harp” (1995), “The Rosa Parks Story” (2002) and “Big Fish” (2003).

Wetumpka is home to one of only two marine impact craters in the United States. The still-visible, five-milewide “astrobleme” was created when a meteorite collided with earth, blasting through bedrock and soil in Wetumpka 84 million years ago. The tilted rocks in and along the Coosa River are evidence of the event.

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Montgomery

COMMUNITY

PROUD PARTNERS

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE CONTRIBUTES MUCH TO MONTGOMERY, AND THE CAPITAL CITY WELCOMES MEMBERS OF THE MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES TO THE COMMUNITY.

A little over a century ago, man conquered the laws of gravity. In 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made the dream of flight a reality when their bi-plane soared above the sands in Kittyhawk, North Carolina, for 12 seconds, covering 120 feet. After many more flights going longer and farther, on March 26, 1910, the brothers established the nation’s first civilian flying school in Montgomery at Wright Field, and the first powered flight in Alabama took place. Though the Wright’s school lasted only a short time, it set the stage for exciting things to come in Montgomery, most notably the establishment of Maxwell Air Force Base at the very same place that witnessed the state’s first flight. In the early 1930s, the Army Air Corps Tactical School moved to Maxwell Field, and Montgomery became the country’s intellectual center for airpower education. Now, Air University at MaxwellGunter Air Force Base continues to educate tomorrow’s planners and leaders in air, space and cyberspace power for the Air Force, as well as other branches of the U.S. armed forces, federal government civilians and international organizations. Ever since Maxwell-Gunter AFB located to the capital city, a beneficial relationship has flourished, a true partnership that benefits those stationed at the base as well as Montgomery and River Region residents. Base personnel contribute to the local economy simply by being here — Maxwell-Gunter AFB has an estimated annual economic impact of approximately $1.5 billion on the River Region, and that number is growing. Most of them go a step further though, donating their time and talents to give back to the community. Also thanks to the presence of the base, Montgomery has grown to

become a hub of military aviation advancements and information technology. Montgomery is happy to have the base and everyone associated with it here and shows its appreciation in various ways including the work of The Wright Flyers, an organization of The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce dedicated to furthering the spirit of cooperation and support. Today, the relationship between Montgomery and Maxwell-Gunter AFB continues to grow and strengthen, benefiting both.

Advertiser Discounts for Active Military Attractions ASF: 10% off Biscuits Baseball: Wednesday = $2 Beer, Soda & Dogs First White House of the Confederacy: 10% off gift shop Ft. Toulouse Gift Shop: 10% off Goat Hill Museum Store: 15% off Governor’s Mansion Gift Shop: 15% off Hank Williams Museum: $1 off admission Harriott II: 10% off ticket Jasmine Hill Gardens: 50¢ off admission

Old Alabama Town: 10% off The Spa at Montgomery Renaissance: 20% off Wind Creek Casinos: $10 Free Play on Saturdays Montgomery Zoo: $1 discount for military adults ; 50 cents off kids (3-12 years old) Nightlife AlleyBAR: Free Cover AviatorBAR: Free Cover The Exchange: 10% off

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Restaurants The A&P Social: 10% off Blackfinn Ameripub: 10% off Central: 10% off Cuco’s: 10% off Dreamland BBQ: 10% off The House: 10% off Irish Bred Pub: 10% off & Mondays after 3 pm, 50% off food Jalapenos: 10% off LaJolla: 20% off food Momma Goldberg’s Deli: 10% off

Montgomery Cafe at Embassy Suites: 10% off Mugshots: 10% off Railyard Brewing Co: 15% off Rock Bottom American Pub: 15% off Sa Za: 10% off The Tipping Point: 10% off Twin Peaks: 15% off Wasabi: 10% off Which Wich: 10% off Wintzell’s: 15% off

Make Jackson your hospital. Learn more at jackson.org

Know why so many folks in the River Region call Jackson Hospital “my hospital”? Because we’re practicing some of the most innovative medicine in the area. Not only have we established one of the Southeast’s most advanced robotic surgery centers, and received national certification as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center, we’re also the first hospital in Alabama to be certified by the Joint Commission for both heart attack treatment and spine surgery. Yet as proud as we are of our technology, it’s our dedication to providing compassionate healthcare that makes our neighbors choose Jackson Hospital again and again.

A MASTER-PLANNED FAMILY COMMUNITY IN EAST MONTGOMERY Adjacent to Montgomery’s newest elementary, middle and high schools The city’s newest YMCA is located in the middle of the neighborhood Your choice of five of the River Region’s best home builders Dozens of floor plans to choose from

And suddenly there it was. Home.

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Cool Place To Live Considering a permanent move to Montgomery? Relocating in the capital city is a smart move for businesses, families and everyone in between. Here are just a few reasons why:

Education. Montgomery boasts some of the strongest public schools in the country, recently garnering high national praise. According to U.S. News & World Report, Montgomery’s Loveless Academic Magnet Program has been named the #1 High School in Alabama and the 18th Best High School in America. Booker T. Washington Magnet High School ranked third in the state, while Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School ranked fifth. There’s a variety of great private school options available as well.

Arts & Culture. Montgomery is home to Alabama’s state theatre, the world-renowned Alabama Shakespeare Festival. This state-ofthe-art theatre puts on Broadway favorites, dramatic classics, new works by Southern writers and children’s plays in addition to Shakespeare. The Montgomery Symphony, chamber music organizations and more will delight music lovers, and several dance troupes, including the Alabama Dance Theatre, thrill audiences with ticketed and free performances each year. Recreation & Lifestyle. Montgomery offers multiple active pursuits. For kids, baseball, basketball and soccer leagues for all ages offer competition and fun. Biking, running and even rowing clubs are always looking for

new members. The Alabama River is a part of the Alabama Scenic River Trail that draws paddlers from all over, and opportunities for mountain biking and whitewater paddling are abundant in nearby Wetumpka. Downtown Montgomery is a great place to play too. It’s hopping with nightlife and fabulous dining as are other areas of the city, including historic and charming Old Cloverdale. Diversity. Maxwell Air Force Base and Korean companies like Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama continue to bring in a steady influx of new U.S. and international residents, creating a diverse community that welcomes all. Smart Neighborhoods. The City of Montgomery adheres to the Smart Code (a zoning and planning code that encourages sustainability, walkability and mixed-use for development) in its public spaces. Several neighborhoods, including Hampstead and The Waters, have also taken these concepts to heart. Plus, Montgomery is ranked in the “Top 100 Places to Raise a Family”. For community information, contact the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce, 334-834-5200.

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Around Montgomery has more than enough attractions and events to entice you during your stay with us, but if you want to really experience the city, explore our diverse neighborhoods. Each has its own personality and offerings, so dive in and do as the locals do.

DOWNTOWN WEST SIDE Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base is located here and plays a major role in the city’s economy and culture. It was once the site of the country’s first private aviation school, founded and run by the Wright Brothers, the famous “Fathers of Flight.” While you can’t visit the base, you can check out some of the nearby spots where airmen from around the country and the world like to unwind. Stop by Gateway Park for a round of golf or just a stroll through the green spaces.

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While You’re Here: Down a delicious hot dog and follow it with a sweet (and cheap!) cupcake at That’s My Dog at 232 West Jeff Davis Street. Check its facebook page to find the daily “phrase that pays.” If you say it when you go, you’ll get a free treat.

While You’re Here: Take a sunset stroll along Riverwalk, which hosts Second Saturdays and numerous events throughout the year. Have a cocktail alfresco at SandBAR, sitting high on a bluff overlooking the Alabama River. Walk to The Alley to find dinner options ranging from Mexican (Jalapeno’s) or Asian (Wasabi) to Italian (SaZa’s), as well as Gulf Coast seafood specialties (Wintzell’s Oyster House), farm-to-table food in a casually upscale atmosphere (Central) and good ole Alabama barbecue (Dreamland). With a full belly, stroll to a nightlife hot spot and keep the evening going. Feeling hip? Hit the AlleyBAR. In the mood to sit outside and have a relaxed drink? Snag a table on The Exchange’s patio. Still up at midnight? Visit Sous la Terre for some smooth jazz sounds. While You’re Here: Take a sunset stroll along the Riverwalk, which hosts Second Saturday and numerous events throughout the year.

Town

CLOVERDALE & MIDTOWN Some of the city’s oldest and prettiest homes occupy the wide, treelined streets of the lovely and historic Cloverdale, a neighborhood dotted with shaded parks. Shop, sip and sample delicious cuisine in the A&P area, home to locally owned boutiques like WelleStudio, Pine Bar (the capital city’s version of “Cheers”), as well as Kudzu Noodle Bar, which puts a Southern twist on Asian favorites, and The A&P Social, where Chef Miguel Figeroa adds his creativity to the finest locally sourced ingredients. Adjacent to Cloverdale, Midtown is smack in the middle of Montgomery, with Zelda Place (named for one half of Montgomery’s legendary literary couple, Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald), a spot where shopping and dining options abound. Fill up at Midtown Pizza Kitchen on some of the area’s tastiest salads, sandwiches and pizzas. While You’re Here: Indulge in a hearty Southern breakfast at Derk’s Filet & Vine, down the street from A&P, before popping into the Stonehenge Gallery on Fairview to find a wide variety of works from local artists.

THE BOULEVARD The Boulevard makes a loop around the city and divides downtown, Cloverdale and Midtown from the East Side. Here you’ll find two of Montgomery’s cultural gems: The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and The Alabama Shakespeare Festival, the official state theatre that annually puts on worldrenowned productions of the Bard’s best works as well as more contemporary plays and family favorites. They both reside in the 350-acre Blount Cultural Park, a green space inspired by English moors, that includes a paved trail for walking, running or biking as well as an enclosed dog park. While You’re Here: Grab some food to go and head over to Blount Cultural Park for a picnic. Walk the trail, fly a kite, feed the ducks and swans around one of the park’s lakes or just soak up the fresh air.

EAST SIDE East Montgomery is home to newer house communities as well as The Shoppes at EastChase, an outdoor mall packed with popular national retailers. Visit Hampstead for lunch at The Tipping Point, a laid-back spot that’s part coffee shop, part restaurant and becomes an easy-going bar and hangout at night. It has a big grass hill and play area to keep kids happy while parents relax. Then head further east to check out the Town of Pike Road. This historic haven amid the fields and forests of the countryside offers a chance to explore this beautiful landscape on its Natural Trails System, four miles of interconnected, multi-use trails. While You’re Here: Join the crowds for a satisfying meal at Martha’s Place, a Montgomery institution dishing up comfort-food classics.

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MONTGOMERY

ANNUAL EVENTS

WINTER January-March

SPRING April-June

SUMMER July-Sept

FALL October-December

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Biscuits Baseball

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4th of July Celebration

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Alabama National Fair

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Second Saturdays

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Biscuits Baseball

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Zombie Walk

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Zoo Weekend

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Jazz on the Grass

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Haunted Hearse Tours

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Alabama Book Festival

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Second Saturdays

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Riverwalk Wine Festival

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Fitzgerald Gala & Silent Auction

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Broadway Under the Stars

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Tavern Fest

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Capital of Dreams Triathlon

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Montgomery Dragon Boat Festival

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Zoo Boo

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Christmas Lights Festival

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Southern Writer’s Project

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Capital City Christmas Parade

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Flimp Festival

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Southern Makers

Raycom Media Camellia Bowl

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BrewFest & RiverJam

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Downtown Countdown NYE Celebration

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Hank Williams Commemoration Fitzgerald Gala & Silent Auction

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Southeastern Livestock Exposition Rodeo

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MAX Capital Classic Auburn vs Alabama Baseball

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Montgomery Half & Full Marathon

Buckmasters Expo

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Downtown Map: THINGS TO SEE & DO Entertainment District

Montgomery Area Visitor Center

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Freedom Rides Museum

Alabama Artist Gallery

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Hank Williams Museum

Alabama Cattlemen’s

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Hank Williams Statue

Association MOOseum

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Montgomery Biscuits at Riverwalk Stadium

Alabama Judicial Building

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Montgomery Performing Arts Centre

Alabama State Capitol

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Museum of Alabama

Civil Rights Memorial & Center

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Old Alabama Town

Court Square Fountain

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Riverboat – Harriott II

Dexter Avenue King

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Riverwalk Amphitheater

Memorial Baptist Church

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Rosa Parks Library and Museum

Dexter Parsonage Museum

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Troy University’s Davis Theatre

First Baptist Church

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Wright Brothers Park

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First White House of

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Civil Heritage Trail & Downtown Bike Racks Public Parking

Parks

Downtown Bike Route

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300 Water Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 334-261-1100 • VisitingMontgomery.com

ATTRACTIONS 1. Alabama Shakespeare Festival

10. Mann Wildlife Learning Museum

2. Capri Theatre

11. Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts

3. City of St. Jude

12. Montgomery Zoo

4. F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum

13. National Center for the Study of

5. Faulkner University Dinner Theatre 6. Governor’s Mansion

Civil Rights & African American Culture at ASU

7. Hank Williams Memorial

14. W. A. Gayle Planetarium

8. Hyundai Motor Mfg. Alabama

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9. Ice Palace

Parks

MONTGOMERY

TRANSPORTATION

GET OUT & GET AROUND! Transportation

Capitol City Carriage Service

Now that you’re in Montgomery, you’ve still got plenty of places to go and things to see! Lucky for you, the capital city has several pretty cool ways to get from here to there.

What better way to see scenic downtown Montgomery than from a horse-drawn carriage? Sit back and relax while professional and knowledgeable drivers provide you with historical facts and share the wonderful stories of our city. capitolcitycarriage.com or call 334-221-2336

Capital COOL Cruisers Bike Rentals Navigate your way through downtown to any of the historical attractions, various restaurants and cool spots on a Regions Bike. You can rent a bike from the Montgomery Area Visitor Center. No helmet, no problem! All the bike essentials are provided in the rental. Bikes are available Mon-Sat from 8:30am-5:00pm. visitingmontgomery.com or 334-262-0013

Have your own bike? Keep an eye out for trendy new bike racks around downtown and cloverdale!

Meet MGM Tours Explore some of the city’s historical neighborhoods on this 90 minute guided electric car tour. These tours are the perfect way to explore Montgomery’s history, culture and local restaurants. 334-538-6383

Segway Tours Roll along downtown on a guided Segway tour, and explore Montgomery’s historic sites as well as the new dining and entertainment venues without actually taking a step. Blake’s Segway Tours by appointment only. segwaymontgomery.com or 334-657-4195

Your Safety is Our No. 1 Priority A safe city is welcoming for visitors, a great place to do business, and the perfect place to call home. That’s why the Montgomery Police Department is working to assure your safety, so that visitors and residents alike can enjoy all the capital city has to offer. And when it comes to fire services, Montgomery Fire/ Rescue is the top rated in the state and one of the best in the country, boasting an Insurance Services rating of “1.” Questions about Montgomery’s Public Safety services? Dial the city’s call center at 311 or 334-240-INFO In case of emergency, always dial 911