BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Hville Blast - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Hville Blast X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://hvilleblast.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Hville Blast REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T140000 DTSTAMP:20260319T142602Z CREATED:20260223T221107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142602Z UID:10023167-1773925200-1773928800@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:Raptor Shows DESCRIPTION:@ \n \n \n\n\nSponsored by Wild Birds Unlimited \n\n11:00 AM Raptor Show \n\nGarden Member Tickets\nNon-Member Tickets\n\n\n\n1:00 PM Raptor Show \n\nGarden Member Tickets\nNon-Member Tickets\n\n\nBe awed by the beauty and power of nature’s most remarkable hunters at Huntsville Botanical Garden! Join us for an unforgettable Raptor Show\, presented by the Auburn University Raptor Center and sponsored by Wild Birds Unlimited\, as incredible birds of prey take center stage in our Amphitheatre.  \nDuring this high-energy\, educational presentation\, expert handlers will introduce you to the remarkable adaptations\, instincts\, and personalities of hawks\, owls\, falcons\, and other native raptors. Watch these powerful birds demonstrate their natural behaviors and breathtaking flight skills up close—an experience designed to delight all ages and inspire a deeper connection to the wildlife that calls Alabama home.  \n\nWhat to Expect\n\nMarvel at live raptor flights as these magnificent birds soar\, glide\, and sweep overhead. \n\n\nDiscover their vital role in our ecosystem and how conservation efforts protect their future. \n\n\nEnjoy an intimate\, educational program crafted by the Auburn University Raptor Center\, whose mission supports rehabilitation\, conservation\, and exceptional wildlife education. \n\n\nSet within the Garden’s landscape\, our Raptor Shows offer a naturally delightful moment of discovery—perfect for families\, nature lovers\, and anyone seeking a refreshing escape into the wonders of the natural world. \n\n\nTicket Pricing\nTickets are available online and at the door. Pre-purchased tickets are recommended to reserve your preferred show time. \nChildren 2 and under receive free admission. \n\n\n\n\nGarden Members*\n$8\n\n\nNon-Members (includes Garden Admission)\n$20\n\n\n\n\nA 9% sales tax will be added at checkout. \n*Become a Garden Member and enjoy exclusive discounts\, special programs\, and more—plus free daily admission and reciprocal benefits at over 380 gardens nationwide! \nAs a nonprofit organization\, the Garden relies on your support—proceeds from events and programs directly benefit our conservation initiatives and mission-driven efforts. Thank you for helping us grow a greener future! Tickets are non-refundable. \n\nAdditional Information\n\nRaptor Shows is a rain-or-shine event. In the event of rain or inclement weather\, the show will be moved indoors into the Isenberg Grand Hall.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/raptor-shows-2/ LOCATION:Amphitheater at Huntsville Botanical Garden\, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave\, Huntsville\, Alabama\, 35805\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Family Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Raptor-Shows-2-HfjB0u.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T120000 DTSTAMP:20260319T142602Z CREATED:20260223T221106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142602Z UID:10023166-1773918000-1773921600@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:Raptor Shows DESCRIPTION:@ \n \n \n\n\nSponsored by Wild Birds Unlimited \n\n11:00 AM Raptor Show \n\nGarden Member Tickets\nNon-Member Tickets\n\n\n\n1:00 PM Raptor Show \n\nGarden Member Tickets\nNon-Member Tickets\n\n\nBe awed by the beauty and power of nature’s most remarkable hunters at Huntsville Botanical Garden! Join us for an unforgettable Raptor Show\, presented by the Auburn University Raptor Center and sponsored by Wild Birds Unlimited\, as incredible birds of prey take center stage in our Amphitheatre.  \nDuring this high-energy\, educational presentation\, expert handlers will introduce you to the remarkable adaptations\, instincts\, and personalities of hawks\, owls\, falcons\, and other native raptors. Watch these powerful birds demonstrate their natural behaviors and breathtaking flight skills up close—an experience designed to delight all ages and inspire a deeper connection to the wildlife that calls Alabama home.  \n\nWhat to Expect\n\nMarvel at live raptor flights as these magnificent birds soar\, glide\, and sweep overhead. \n\n\nDiscover their vital role in our ecosystem and how conservation efforts protect their future. \n\n\nEnjoy an intimate\, educational program crafted by the Auburn University Raptor Center\, whose mission supports rehabilitation\, conservation\, and exceptional wildlife education. \n\n\nSet within the Garden’s landscape\, our Raptor Shows offer a naturally delightful moment of discovery—perfect for families\, nature lovers\, and anyone seeking a refreshing escape into the wonders of the natural world. \n\n\nTicket Pricing\nTickets are available online and at the door. Pre-purchased tickets are recommended to reserve your preferred show time. \nChildren 2 and under receive free admission. \n\n\n\n\nGarden Members*\n$8\n\n\nNon-Members (includes Garden Admission)\n$20\n\n\n\n\nA 9% sales tax will be added at checkout. \n*Become a Garden Member and enjoy exclusive discounts\, special programs\, and more—plus free daily admission and reciprocal benefits at over 380 gardens nationwide! \nAs a nonprofit organization\, the Garden relies on your support—proceeds from events and programs directly benefit our conservation initiatives and mission-driven efforts. Thank you for helping us grow a greener future! Tickets are non-refundable. \n\nAdditional Information\n\nRaptor Shows is a rain-or-shine event. In the event of rain or inclement weather\, the show will be moved indoors into the Isenberg Grand Hall.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/raptor-shows/ LOCATION:Amphitheater at Huntsville Botanical Garden\, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave\, Huntsville\, Alabama\, 35805\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Family Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Raptor-Shows-2-HfjB0u.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T113000 DTSTAMP:20260223T221104Z CREATED:20260215T152724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T221104Z UID:10022937-1772877600-1772883000@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:Gardening with Kids: Underground Explorers DESCRIPTION:@ \n \n \n\n\n\nRegister Here!\n\nThere’s a hidden world beneath our feet! Families will dig into the soil to discover roots\, worms\, fungi\, and the critters that keep our gardens alive. \nMake a mini worm habitat or root-viewing project to continue the exploration at home. \nNo more than 1 child per parent for children under 5 is recommended. \nCapacity is limited\, so reserve your spot today! This class will take place in person at Huntsville Botanical Garden. All class attendees will be notified of the exact location via email prior to the class. \n\nProgram Registration\n\n\n\n\nGarden Members*\n$35\n\n\nNon-Members\n$60\n\n\nAdditional Adult\n$15\n\n\nAdditional Kit\n$15\n\n\n\n\n*Become a Garden Member and enjoy exclusive discounts\, special programs\, and more—plus free daily admission and reciprocal benefits at over 380 gardens nationwide! \n\nAbout Your Instructors\nHuntsville Botanical Garden Education Staff will be leading these programs. All education staff have experience in educating children and adults about a variety of Garden and nature related science topics. \n\nAs a nonprofit organization\, the Garden thrives through your support. Every program and event you enjoy helps fuel our conservation work and mission-driven initiatives. Thank you for helping us grow a greener\, more sustainable future. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n Add to calendar \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/gardening-with-kids-underground-explorers/ LOCATION:Alabama CATEGORIES:Family Education,Youth Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/GWK_-Underground-Explorers-1-aWDeqT.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T170000 DTSTAMP:20260127T210111Z CREATED:20260127T210111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T210111Z UID:10022440-1770451200-1770483600@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:Informed Birth Class: Comfort\, Coping & Pain Management for Pregnancy and Labor DESCRIPTION:The Informed Birth Series is a free\, community-based birth education offering designed to help expectant parents feel confident\, informed\, and supported through pregnancy\, birth\, and postpartum.\n\nRooted in evidence-based information and a deep respect for physiologic birth\, this series creates space for education\, reflection\, and practical tools –  empowering families to make choices that align with their values and feel grounded in their bodies throughout the childbearing year. \nFebruary 7 – Comfort\, Coping & Pain Management for Pregnancy and Labor \nA practical\, hands-on class focused on comfort measures for pregnancy and labor. We’ll explore physical\, emotional\, and partner-supported coping tools\, as well as medical and non-medical pain management options\, so participants feel prepared and confident navigating labor sensations. \nMarch 7 – Preparing for Postpartum: What to Expect & How to Feel Supported \nA grounded conversation about the postpartum period\, including physical recovery\, emotional changes\, what’s normal (and what’s not)\, infant feeding basics\, and how to set up realistic support systems so families feel held during the transition home. \nABOUT BREATHE LOVE BIRTH \nKaelie Wolf is a certified birth doula\, prenatal yoga instructor\, and student midwife\, and the founder of Breathe Love Birth Doula Services. With years of experience supporting families across a wide range of birth settings\, Kaelie brings a calm\, informed\, and compassionate approach to birth education. Her work centers on informed consent\, physiologic birth\, nervous system support\, and helping parents feel confident in their ability to navigate pregnancy\, birth\, and postpartum with clarity and trust in themselves. \nMORE INFO URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/informed-birth-class-comfort-coping-pain-management-for-pregnancy-and-labor/2026-02-07/1/ LOCATION:The Orion Amphitheater @ 701 Amphitheater Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Events,family-friendly,Family Education,Kids & Family,Wellness & Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Feb_Informed-Birth_1080x1080.png GEO:34.702327;-86.628864 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T113000 DTSTAMP:20260118T051005Z CREATED:20260108T062508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T051005Z UID:10021891-1768644000-1768649400@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:Gardening with Kids: Propagation DESCRIPTION:@ \n \n \n\n\n\nRegister Here!\n\nDiscover the magic of creating new plants from the ones you already have! This hands-on workshop introduces families to the basic methods of plant propagation\, including seed starting\, cuttings\, division\, and simple layering techniques. Participants will explore how different plants grow\, what they need to reproduce successfully\, and how each method works in nature and at home. \nEach family will complete a take-home propagation project\, along with care instructions to help their new plants thrive. No prior gardening experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to get your hands a little dirty! \nNo more than 1 child per parent for children under 5 is recommended. \nCapacity is limited\, so reserve your spot today! This class will take place in person at Huntsville Botanical Garden. All class attendees will be notified of the exact location via email prior to the class. \n\nProgram Registration\n\n\n\n\nGarden Members*\n$35\n\n\nNon-Members\n$60\n\n\nAdditional Adult\n$15\n\n\nAdditional Kit\n$15\n\n\n\n\n*Become a Garden Member and enjoy exclusive discounts\, special programs\, and more—plus free daily admission and reciprocal benefits at over 380 gardens nationwide! \n\nAbout Your Instructors\nHuntsville Botanical Garden Education Staff will be leading these programs. All education staff have experience in educating children and adults about a variety of Garden and nature related science topics. \n\nAs a nonprofit organization\, the Garden thrives through your support. Every program and event you enjoy helps fuel our conservation work and mission-driven initiatives. Thank you for helping us grow a greener\, more sustainable future. \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n Add to calendar \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/gardening-with-kids-propagation/ LOCATION:Alabama CATEGORIES:Family Education,Youth Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/gardening-with-kids-propagation-O1liou.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T113000 DTSTAMP:20251120T020609Z CREATED:20251016T184254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T020609Z UID:10019158-1763200800-1763206200@hvilleblast.com SUMMARY:Gardening with Kids: Daffodil Lasagna DESCRIPTION:@ \n \n \n\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\nJoin us for a hands-on\, family-friendly workshop where we’ll dig into the wonderful world of bulbs! Learn how to plant a variety of bulbs in layers — just like a lasagna — for continuous\, colorful blooms come springtime. Each family will create their own “Daffodil Lasagna” project to take home\, filled with bulbs arranged in clever layers to ensure months of floral delight. Capacity is limited\, so reserve your spot today! \nAppropriate for children ages 3 and up.Recommended: No more than 1 child per adult. \n\nAdditional Information\nAll class attendees will be notified of the exact location via email prior to the class. \n\nProgram Pricing\n\n\n\n\nGarden Members*\n$35\n\n\nNon-Members\n$60\n\n\nAdditional Adult\n$15\n\n\nAdditional Kit\n$15\n\n\n\n\n*Become a Garden Member and enjoy exclusive discounts\, special programs\, and more—plus free daily admission and reciprocal benefits at over 380 gardens nationwide! \n\nAbout Your Instructors\nHuntsville Botanical Garden Education Staff will be leading these programs. All education staff have experience in educating children and adults about a variety of Garden and nature related science topics. \n\nAs a nonprofit organization\, the Garden relies on your support—proceeds from events and programs directly benefit our conservation initiatives and mission-driven efforts. Thank you for helping us grow a greener future. \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n Add to calendar \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/gardening-with-kids-daffodil-lasagna/ LOCATION:Huntsville Botanical Garden\, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35805\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Education,Youth Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hvilleblast.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/daffodil-lasagna-JQzpOF.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR