RSVP Montgomery Event Calendar for November

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Letter from the publisher of RSVP

The holidays are approaching and there is something in the air that makes the girls at RSVP Montgomery absolutely giddy!  In preparing for this issue, we sat around and discussed our traditions and why we love this time of year.  Whether it is the wonderful feast with family at Thanksgiving, our love for Christmas music and shopping, fun and festive Christmas parties, or celebrating the birth of our Savior, we all decided this is definitely the MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR!

Shopping is something most women love to do and we are so fortunate to have the Wynfrey Hotel and Riverchase Galleria in Birmingham.  We loaded up in our cars for a girls’ getaway and in no time, determined that with the abundance of stores, it is a great place to find that perfect gift for anyone on your list.   However, if you can’t make the trip to the Wynfrey Hotel and Galleria, our 12 Crazes of Christmas feature will provide you with plenty of fun holiday activities right here in our beloved river region!  We had a blast reading all of the holiday traditions that were submitted by our readers and have included some of our favorites for your entertainment.

However, with all of the excitement, there are still those that struggle during the holidays due to financial difficulties or the loss of a loved one. The good news is that the human spirit has proven time and time again that when we are most challenged by life’s seemingly darkest hours we rise up and come together to help one another. Christmastime seems to be the time when we get back in touch with old friends and reach out to others that we might not reach out to during the year.  We believe that giving time and love to those hurting can sometimes be the best gift of all.

We want to thank our friends and supporters of RSVP Montgomery and wish you a wonderful holiday season full of love and excitement.  We would like to personally invite you to attend our Christmas Party on December 17 at the new Alley Station downtown.  Check out our website for more information or to sign up for our weekly event blast with all that is hip and happening

With warm regards,
Kim Traff & The Girls

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November events

• Nov 12 – Falcor Wine Dinner at La Jolla
  7:00 P.M. La Jolla in the Shoppes of Eastchase. Please call Peppertree Steaks N’ Wines for details and reservations.  334.271.6328  www.steaksnwines.com
• Nov 12 – A Salute to Our Nation’s Veterans
  7:00 P.M.  Davis Theatre.  334.241.9567 www.montgomery.troy.edu
• Nov 13 – Les Dames Ball
  8:00 P.M. Montgomery Country Club. Private Invitation Only.
• Nov 13 – Amy Grant
  8:00 P.M.  BJCC, Birmingham.  www.ticketmaster.com
• Nov 13 – 15 – Mulberry Historic District Holiday Open House
  Time Varies.  Mulberry District.  One of Montgomery’s most charming historic districts will be open for a magical shopping and dining experience. Contact local shops for more information on the preview night held on Nov 12. 334.265.5035
• Nov 14 – Cosmetic Trunk Show Breakfast at Dillards
  8:00 – 10:00 A.M.  Dillards at EastChase will open up early in the cosmetic area for breakfast from 8:00 – 8:45 A.M. Representatives from various cosmetic lines will be available to talk about new make up trends, tips and answer any questions about cosmetics.  To make a reservation, purchase a
$35 gift card that you can use that morning towards purchases.  You will also receive a free gift.  334.244.6442
• Nov 17 – 19 – Mamma Mia
  7:30 P.M.  Montgomery Performing Arts Centre.  Inspired by the story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs, writer Catherine Johnson’s sunny, funny tale of family and friendship unfolds on a Greek island. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings 3 men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. Songs including “Dancing Queen”; “The Winner Takes It All”; “Money, Money, Money” and “Take A Chance on Me” are all featured in this feel-good night of fun and laughter.  334.481.5100 www.mpaconline.org
• Nov 18 – Jonathan Bloom’s CD release party
  7:00 P.M.  AlleyBAR, 166 Commerce Street.  Copies of Green will be available for $10.  334.387.3333  www.alleybarmontgomery.com
• Nov 19 – MACC Business After Hours
  5:00 – 7:00 P.M.  Jackson Hospital.  This popular monthly member event is a great place for networking with Chamber executives and community leaders as well a place to meet potential clients and make important contacts all in a relaxed social environment.  334.240.9496 www.montgomerychamber.com
• Nov 19 – Promenade Concert by Classical Guitarist Robert Gibson
  7:30 P.M.  Goodwyn Auditorium at Auburn Montgomery.  Admission is free and open to the public.  www.aum.edu
• Nov 20 – Riverfront Pub Crawl
  6:00 P.M.  Tickets are $10 in advance through www.rsvp-montgomery.com and $15 day of at the ticket box located at intersection of Commerce/Tallapoosa Street. Includes access to trolley/shuttle, an event schedule with food and drink specials at over a dozen bars, restaurants and venues.  334.649.3030  www.rsvp-montgomery.com Click event for color promo at RSVP homepage
• Nov 20 – ASU Homecoming “Meet the Browns” of Stand Up Comedy
  8:00 P.M.  ASU Acadome. $25 for VIP Reserved and $15 General Admission.  334.229.4551 www.hornethomecoming.com
• Nov 21 – 8th Annual Turkey Burner 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
  Time Varies.  The 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk races start and end at MetroFitness.  Both courses take you through the beautiful Wynridge neighborhood.  Courses are USA Track and Field Certified.  Proceeds will benefit Montgomery Area Food Bank and each participant is asked to bring a can of food to be donated for this cause.  Entry fees vary. 334.396.0040 www.metrofitness.com Click event for full color promo at RSVP homepage
• Nov 21 – VisionWalk: A Cure is in Sight
  9:00 A.M. registration / 10:00 P.M. Walk. Homewood Central Park, 1632 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL.  www.fightblindness.org
• Nov 21 – 12 Savings of Christmas Open House at Peppertree Steaks N’ Wines
  10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.  Peppertree Steaks N’ Wines, 8101 Vaughn Road, Peppertree Shopping Center.
  Come see what Peppertree Steaks N’ Wines has in store for the holidays! Enjoy some of Peppertree Steaks N’ Wines favorite recipes, wine sampling and holiday food. They will share delicious samples of cheese, bakery goodies, mulled wine and more! 334.271.6328  www.steaksnwines.com
• Nov 21 – hue studio holiday open house!
  10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.  8155 Vaughn Road, Peppertree Shopping Center. Holiday goodies and cheer & 15% off everything in the store. 334.239.8884  www.huestudioinc.com
• Nov 21 – Holiday Open House at LUNA
  5:00 – 8:00 P.M.  Luna – a tapas restaurant, 8123 Vaughn Road, Peppertree Shopping Center. Enjoy a wine tasting, half-off tapas and selected bottles of Spanish wines.  Acoustic Flashback starts at 8:00 P.M.  334.517.1260
• Nov 21 – Mike Epps
  8:00 P.M.  Montgomery Performing Arts Centre.  Mike Epps has generated quite a buzz among his peers and within the industry for being one of the funniest comedic actors to emerge into the Hollywood scene. Now, as he continues honing his skills for his existing comedic audience, Epps ventures into a new realm of entertainment with his first dramatic role, proving his uninhibited versatility and limitless potential as a crossover talent phenomenon. This December, Epps the actor will become Epps the rapper, coming out with the CD Bad Santa for the Christmas holiday.  334.481.5100 www.mpaconline.org
• Nov 24 – Cigar Smoker Experience at Casa Napoli
  2215 US Hwy 231, Wetumpka. Discover the pleasures of cigar smoking with an expert consultant.  Vendors will showcase cigars on the back deck.  334.567.7777 www.gocasanapoli.com
• Nov 25 – Col Bruce & the Quark Alliance
  10:30 P.M.  Number Sixteen, 5251 Hampstead High St in Hampstead.  $10 in advance and $15 day of show.  334.517.1428  www.no16montgomery.com
• Nov 26 – 86th Annual Turkey Day Classic
  Traditional Rivalry featuring the Alabama State University Hornets of Montgomery against the Tuskegee University Tigers.  Parade, tailgate party, and Hornet walk and 3:00 P.M. game!  www.hornethomecoming.com
• Nov 27 – The Iron Bowl
  1:30 P.M. Don’t miss the Southeast’s biggest college football rivalry featuring the Auburn Tigers against Alabama’s Crimson Tide!
• Nov 27 – Dec 24 – A Christmas Story
  Time Varies.  Alabama Shakespeare Festival.  This play is sure to get you in the mood for Christmas and is a great laugh for all ages!  Admission varies.  www.asf.net
• Nov 28 – Ray Johnston Benefit Concert at AlleyBAR
  9:00 P.M.  AlleyBAR, 166 Commerce Street. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the passion and artistry of the Ray Johnston Band, live onstage at AlleyBAR, for a special benefit show. Tickets are $25 (general admission), and the proceeds will go to benefit Cancer Wellness Foundation and the Dallas Heroes Foundation. VIP accommodations and donation tables are available. Also performing at the gala is Hip Boot Joe. 334.387.3333  www.alleybarmontgomery.com
• Nov 29 – Radio City Christmas Spectacular Starring the Rockettes
  7:00 P.M.  BJCC, Birmingham www.ticketmaster.com

Please note that the listing of an event does not constitute sponsorship or endorsement by RSVP Montgomery. The information listed is provided merely as a guide to aid you in your planning. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy in information provided, changes in schedules sometimes occur and it is suggested that you confirm information prior to attending listed events.