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Monday, December 8th, 2025
Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army’s toy shop is reviewing donations from the Angel Tree process as locals drop off purchased gifts; volunteers will sort and fill boxes by Dec. 12, ensuring families receive presents on Christmas morning. WSFA 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ New photos of Rosa Parks will be on display Thursday at the Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery, showing her role in the Selma to Montgomery march and her broader civil rights work. Taken by Matt Herron, the images add fresh historical context to her legacy. WSFA 12
- ➤ Troy University's Rosa Parks Museum hosted a youth summit yesterday to mark the 70th anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycotts & highlight civil rights history for local students. WSFA 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ City Fund and Bloomberg Philanthropies announced a $20M initiative in Alabama to expand partnerships between HBCUs and public charter schools; two projects are underway—one at I Dream Big and one planned for 2026—while UNCF and local leaders back further efforts to offer new education models. Alabama Daily News
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Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour 2025
3-5 p.m. — Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts — Limited seating available — Experience a magical holiday concert with the Vienna Light Orchestra and classical Christmas favorites.
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Ugly Sweater Karaoke and Wing Night
4-11 p.m. — Maxwell Club and Event Center — Cost varies — Celebrate the holidays with wings, karaoke, and your ugliest Christmas sweater.
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Capital City Christmas Parade
6-8 p.m. — Lower Dexter Park — $25 per entry — Experience the festive spirit with a vibrant parade filled with holiday cheer and live coverage.
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Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl in Montgomery
4:30-9 p.m. — Tower Taproom — 25% off with code UGLY25 — Celebrate the holidays with festive drinks and fun in your ugliest sweater.
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Montgomery Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
6:00–7:30 p.m. — Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — Cost not specified — Experience the magic of the beloved Christmas ballet featuring enchanting snow flurries and whimsical characters.
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PMP Certification 4-Day Classroom Training
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Montgomery, AL — Check for pricing — Enhance your project management skills with 32 hours of interactive classroom training and extensive resources.
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Tierra Cali and Humberto Plancarte Live in Montgomery
9 p.m. — Noches Latinas — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night filled with regional music and vibrant performances from top artists.
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New Year's Celebration at YMCA Camp Chandler
Dec 30 1:30 PM – Jan 1 1:00 PM — YMCA Camp Chandler — Cost info not specified — Ring in the New Year Camp Chandler Style with festivities for all ages.
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EJ Jones Live at SugaRay's
4:00 PM – 9:30 PM — SugaRay's — Ages 21+ — Experience the soulful sounds of EJ Jones performing his hit single “Gas Station” live.
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