June 1 Treasure Hunt Adventure Do you enjoy trying to solve riddles and clues?  Ever wanted to find buried treasure?  Up for new & exciting challenges?  Then our Cave Treasure Hunt is for you.  This 5-hour adventure will take you deep into the heart of Manitou Cave.  You will have to solve and follow each clue in order to find the next one, and ultimately the Treasure!  $65 per person 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. 256-997-9577

June 2 - 3 Overnight Camping Skills Class Most needed camping skills are brought to you as well as advanced skills such as how to find dry fuels, how to build a fire without smoke, how to start a fire without matches or flint, lean to construction, and safety barriers.  Contact True Adventure Sports to see what gear you need to bring.  $15 per person  5 p.m. to 9 a.m. 256-997-9577

June 4 Wild Cave Tour Go beyond where the average tourist explores!  This 2.5 hour adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels.  Explore in one of NE Alabama's most unique all-weather caves, Manitou Cave, in the heart of For Payne.  Adventure includes helmet, cave lamps plus a fun informative guide.  $30 per person.  5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 256-997-9577

June 5 "You Made Those Yourself?!?" Intro to handcrafted Sterling Silver Jewelry Charlie Munoz, jewelry maker and sculptor, will teach students to make a pair of sterling silver earrings. Little River Canyon Center 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $35 per person 256-782-5697

June 5 Rappelling Adventure Come experience the thrill of rappelling down the sheer sandstone gems of NE Alabama.  No previous experience necessary.  Each trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.  $37 per person 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 256-997-9577

June 5 Afternoon Rock Climb Nestled in the NE corner of Alabama are some of the best and unique sandstone cliffs in the country.  Come experience first-hand what rock climbing is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.  No prior climbing experience is needed.  Meet at True Adventure Sports.  $34 per person. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. 256-997-9577

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June 11 - 13 Alabama Band Fan Appreciation Weekend Fort Payne's own Country music group ALABAMA invite you to their Fan Club & Museum and weekend activities throughout DeKalb County. Tour the Fan Club, attend an autograph session, enjoy concerts, and much more. 800-557-8223

June 12  The Orchard Music Fest Come and support Relay For Life at The Orchard in Rainsville. Bring your lawn chairs and sunscreen. Music  will be  performed by John Stone, Leah Seawright, and Still Kickin.' There will also be an Antique car show, inflatables for kids, hot dogs, and more. Admission is $10.  Children 12 and under FREE. Advance tickets available at all Foodland locations. Gates open at 10 a.m. 

June 27 The Crossroads Freedom Fest Come and enjoy the family fun at Rainsville City Park.  There will be music, food, inflatables, and a big fireworks show to end the day. Event will start at 3:30 p.m. For more information call 256-638-7800

July 2 Independence Day Celebration in Fort Payne The City of Fort Payne invites you to a wonderful celebration with free hot dogs, soft drinks, American flags, live entertainment, and a fantastic fireworks display. Event takes place at the Fort Payne High School football stadium and begins at dusk. 256-845-1524

July 3 The 28th Annual Sand Mountain Potato Festival Sand Mountain is well known for its rich diversity of agricultural products, including potatoes. Celebrate our heritage with live music, arts and crafts, entertainment, games and fireworks. Held in the Henagar Park. Event begins at 10 a.m. and culminates with a beautiful fireworks display. 256-657-6282

July 3 4th of July Events at DeSoto State Park DeSoto State Park invites you to our annual 4th of July events atop Lookout Mountain! Enjoy good ol' fashioned fun by participating in the homemade-flag making contest if you wish, sit back & enjoy DeSoto's parade, & eat home-made ice cream! 256-997-5025

July 3 and 4 Invitational Art Show at the Mentone Spring Hotel Several local and invited artist will be displaying their arts at our chapel on Saturday and Sunday.  The chapel is located one block from the Hotel. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 256-634-4040