Quality of Life Archives - City of Huntsville Blog

The finish line is in sight at John Hunt Park

Runners get into place at the starting line, fresh from the bullpen. A loud shot rings and they’re off! Streaming...

Years in the making, Hampton Cove Recreation Center is headed to Taylor Road

A brand new City of Huntsville recreation center is coming to East Huntsville, a move expected to score big with...

Summer jazz performers take music lessons to City schools

The 2018 Jazz in the Park-Huntsville is rapidly becoming one of the hottest summer concert series in town. Crowds of...

September Sundays – Cool Jazz in the Park

German philosopher, cultural critic, and poet Friedrich Nietzsche famously said: “Without music, life would be a mistake.” The organizers of...

Investing in play – the powerful magic of city parks

Investing in our city parks is an investment in us. Our parks are places where we make connections and memories,...

Community Awareness for Youth Supports Backpack Giveaway

Founded eight years ago, the Community Awareness for Youth (CAFY) organization was established to serve children and families in the...

NonProfit University helps community leaders grow

Hosted by Community Foundation annually, NonProfit University (NPU) is formulated specifically with non-profits, their leaders, their volunteers, their supporters, and...

Vector Control is ready for mosquito season

As the summer season heats up, so does mosquito season. There are the usual remedies – bug spray, citronella candles and...

More the merrier – Merrimack Sports Complex raises the score

Rocket City athletes will soon have more space to practice and play sports. Crews have begun work on Phase I...

Veterans museum instills pride and appreciation for those who served

Each June, Huntsville celebrates Armed Forces Week to salute community partners at Team Redstone. In the midst of the commemorative...