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This cute canine enjoys the Dog Days of Winter at the Huntsville Botanical Garden.

This cute canine enjoys the Dog Days of Winter at the Huntsville Botanical Garden.

Photo courtesy of Huntsville Botanical Garden

Dog Days of Winter, Huntsville, AL

by Tiffani Hill-Patterson | January 16, 2012

If you and your furry friend are feeling a bit of cabin fever, head out to the Huntsville Botanical Garden and cut loose with the Dog Days of Winter, sponsored by Countryside Veterinary Hospital and The Pet Hospital of Madison.

During the festival, which runs until Feb. 29, you and your dog can explore the garden paths and scamper unfettered in the “No Leash Zone.” Your pooch can also …


Kids enjoy a free skate at the Point Mallard Ice Complex in Decatur.

Kids enjoy a free skate at the Point Mallard Ice Complex in Decatur.

Photo courtesy of Point Mallard Park

Point Mallard Ice Complex, Decatur, AL

by Tiffani Hill-Patterson | January 12, 2012

If you think Decatur’s Point Mallard Park is only about water of the liquid kind, you’re missing out. The park also has water of the frozen variety—the indoor rink is open year-round and admission is just $6. Skate rental is $2.

Can’t stand up on the ice on those thin skate blades? No problem. The Point Mallard Ice Complex is celebrating its 10th anniversary and National Figure Skating Month …


My mom, my daughter, and I enjoyed the downtown sights when we walked the Rudolph Run a couple of years ago.

My mom, my daughter, and I enjoyed the downtown sights when we walked the Rudolph Run a couple of years ago.

Photo by Tiffani Hill-Patterson

Rudolph Run, Huntsville, AL

Run, run, Rudolph, to help raise money for the Blount Hospitality House

by Tiffani Hill-Patterson | December 05, 2011

The holiday season is full of the hustle and bustle of searching for the perfect gift for everyone on your list, preparing your home for visitors, baking, wrapping, attending parties. But don't forget to take care of yourself, too. How about a brisk run for a good cause?

The 6th annual Rudolph Run is coming up on Dec. 17, so dig out your antler headband and red nose and lace up your sneakers. Each …


The entrance to Santa's Village on Gates Avenue beckons to young and old alike.

The entrance to Santa's Village on Gates Avenue beckons to young and old alike.

Photo by Tiffani Hill-Patterson

Santa’s Village 2011, Huntsville, AL

Get into the Christmas spirit at the jolly old elf's home in Huntsville

by Tiffani Hill-Patterson | November 29, 2011

Every night from now until Dec. 23 in downtown Huntsville, Santa will be busy taking notes on wish lists, Mrs. Claus will be reading stories to wide-eyed children, and elves will be showing kids how to make reindeer food. Oh, and it'll snow ... every night.

For $20 a family of five can visit the man in red, make crafts, and listen to local musical talent at Santa’s Village …


Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce is featured on the Ruth's Chris Thanksgiving menu.

Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce is featured on the Ruth's Chris Thanksgiving menu.

Photo courtesy of Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Thanksgiving, Huntsville, AL

Spend more time with family, less time in the kitchen, with Thanksgiving takeout

by Tiffani Hill-Patterson | November 14, 2011

Tired of missing all the fun because you're constantly stirring, mashing, peeling and chopping in the kitchen on Thanksgiving? This year leave it to the pros, and give Ruth's Chris Steak House in Huntsville a call. For $29.95 you can bring home enough sweet potato casserole to feed 10. Creamed spinach, mashed potatoes, and broccoli au gratin are also on the menu. Side dishes are available until Dec. 24; call 48 hours in …


Getting photos and autographs with characters from

Getting photos and autographs with characters from "A Christmas Carol."

Photo by Tiffani Hill-Patterson

A Christmas Carol, Huntsville, AL

Fantasy Children's Playhouse brings a holiday classic to life

by Tiffani Hill-Patterson | November 29, 2010

Know a few Scrooges? Lure them to the Fantasy Playhouse over the next two weekends and give them a taste of Christmas Past, Present and Future, along with some of the best theater in town.

“A Christmas Carol” by Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater, which is celebrating its 50th season, is a family tradition at our house. My daughter loves the show, and every year …


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Meet the Huntsville, AL Insider

Tiffani Hill-Patterson

Huntsville writer Tiffani Hill-Patterson’s work has appeared in publications such as Parenting, Game On, Volta Voices,… more

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