River Region Expo Coming to Montgomery This Fall

We are proud to announce the return of the River Region Expo to Montgomery Alabama on Saturday September 13, 2008 at the ASU Acadome. The Expo's focus this year is on Families, Businesses & Community. Embracing a spirit of community, the Expo will include over 100 vendors, a health fair, an artist exhibit, musicfest, and several national and local celebrities.

Organizers have expanded the expo over several locations, with a newly-added 5K Fun Run at Oak Park on Saturday morning, September 13th, beginning at 9am.

There is also a Pre-Expo VIP Cocktail Reception at the beautiful new Renaissance Hotel and Spa in Downtown Montgomery on Friday night, September 12th @ 7pm, which will be followed by a full day Expo on Saturday at the Acadome.

To wrap up the event, there will be a community church service on Sunday, September 14th, at Dexter Avenue United Methodist Church beginning at 11am.

The Expo is a free event thanks to sponsors like: Beasley Allen Law Firm, The 100 Black Men of America Inc., Clear-channel Radio, BMW of Montgomery, State Farm Insurance, WSFA, Senator Quinton Ross, The US Army and Virginia College. Come experience central Alabama's largest growing expo, which showcases culture, art and history from around the River Region and embraces the principles of education, empowerment and entertainment. For more information regarding the 2008 River Region Expo contact Perry Varner 334.396.5353 or Nicole Moore at 334.538.0441.

Montgomery Zoo

2301 Coliseum Pkwy. Montgomery, AL - Phone: 334-240-4900

Boasting over 700 animals from 5 different continents, in natural, "barrier free" habitats, the Montgomery Zoo is a great place to spend an afternoon. Visit www.montgomeryzoo.com for a list of special events held at the zoo seasonally.

Hours of Operation: Sunday – Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

W.A. Gayle Planetarium

1010 Forest Ave. Montgomery, AL - Phone: 334-241-4799

"One of the largest planetariums in the shoutheast, the W.A. Gayle planetarium offers a spectacular variety of out-of-this-world shows, exhibits and programs."

Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM; Friday, 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM; Sunday, 2:00 PM show only

Cost: Admission is $3.50/ Children under five free

Riverside Skatepark

301 Bibb Street, Montgomery Alabama 36109 - Phone: 334-240-4561

Bring bikes, skates, scooters, or a skateboard. Most of the people skateboard, and they’re always willing to teach you new tricks if you can't do them. Awesome black ramps, most 4ft two 6ft one 3ft. A 4ft half pipe, and a bunch of rails.

Sufside Water Park

2780 College St. Auburn, AL - Phone: 334-821-7873

Surfside waterpark features include a 450,000 gallon wave pool, endless lazy river, 4 body flumes, 2 speed slides, 5000 sq. ft. kiddie area, and covered picnic pavillions.

Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM; Friday, 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM; Sunday, 2:00 PM show only

Lagoon Park Batting Range

2855 Lagoon Park Dr. Montgomery, AL - Phone: 334-395-6699