JAN. 30 — NIGEL WEARNE
Nigel Wearne, winner of the 2025 Telluride Blues Challenge, performs at The Sound Wall in Opelika. Wearne’s music blends blues, cinematic jazz and sharp storytelling. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the show beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at theswmi.org/events.
JAN. 31 — SOUND BATH EXPERIENCE
A Sound Bath Experience led by Katie Martin and Grammy Award-winning guitarist Larry Mitchell will be held at The Sound Wall, 605 Ave. B, Opelika. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with the experience beginning at 6 p.m. Seating is first come, first served. For tickets, visit theswmi.org/events.
FEB. 6 — NEAR HIS HEART DINNER
Near His Heart will host a special dinner on Friday, Feb. 6, at 6 p.m. at Lakeview Baptist Church, 100 E. Glenn Avenue, Auburn. The event supports families living with disability and features Greg and Mary Jane Meyer. Reservations are requested for the dinner and childcare at www.nearishheart.weebly.com.
FEB. 7 — AUBURN FORUM FOR SOUTHERN ART AND CULTURE
The Jule Museum of Art hosts the third annual Auburn Forum for Southern Art and Culture, focusing on the “Sew Their Names” project. Space is limited and advance registration is encouraged. The museum is located in Auburn. For details, visit The Jule Museum of Art’s website.
FEB. 7 — DAY IN CLAY
The Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center Ceramics Studio will host its annual Day in Clay event Saturday, Feb. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at the JDCAC in Auburn. The event features demonstrations, hands-on workshops and activities for all ages. Workshop sessions are available at 9, 10 and 11 a.m. and cost $10 per session. Advance registration is required. For details, visit auburnal.gov/parks/register.
FEB. 14 — OLLI SOCIAL TRIP: NAT KING COLE TRIBUTE
OLLI will travel to Montgomery for “Unforgettable: John-Mark McGaha Sings Nat King Cole” at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Vans depart Sunny Slope at 12:30 p.m. for the 2 p.m. performance. Cost is $59 per person and includes transportation. Payment encouraged by Jan. 19.
EB. 20–22 — BLACK HISTORY SHOWCASE
Opelika Community Theatre, in partnership with NAACP ACT-SO and R.E.A.C.H. Ministries, presents the fourth annual Black History Showcase at Opelika Community Theatre, 1220 Fox Run Ave., Suite 216, in the USA Town Center. The free community event celebrates the contributions of Black artists in dance, music, theater, poetry and spoken word. Donations and sponsorships are appreciated. For information on performing, sponsoring or volunteering, call or text 334-400-9660. Follow @opelikacommunitytheatre on Facebook and Instagram for updates.
FEB. 24 — AUBURN CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETING
The Auburn Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the Indoor Practice Facility at the Auburn University Athletic Complex, 392 South Donahue Drive, Auburn. A breakfast and program will be held. Invitation to follow.
MARCH 28 — GLOBAL COMMUNITY DAY FESTIVAL
The 5th Annual Global Community Day Festival will be held at the Opelika SportsPlex Amphitheater, 1001 SportsPlex Parkway. The family-friendly event features a Parade of the Flags, live music and dance, international food trucks, arts and crafts, sports and games. For information, visit aub.ie/globalfestival.
