5 fun weekend ideas, March 19-21, including Magic City Marketplace

Feeling a bit disheveled after a long and week? Take a fun skim to find out what’s ahead this weekend in Birmingham, March 19-21.

5 Ideas for Weekend Fun 

• Friday, March 19: Find all your nice weather essentials like clothes and home decor during the Spring Flowers Market at the Trussville Civic Center. 9AM-7PM. $5. 

• Saturday, March 20: Shop local vendors at Good People Brewing Co. during Magic City Marketplace—an outdoor market benefiting Active Learning Childcare Services. 1-5PM. FREE Admission.

• Saturday, March 20: Take part in candle pouring, giveaways, food + craft vendors, retail pop-ups + more at the Maker’s Market at Paddywax Candle Bar. 11AM-3PM. FREE Admission. 

• Saturday, March 20: Bebop along with Opera Birmingham as they present Jukebox 2021—a virtual concert of melodies and favorites. Expect toe-tapping music, a silent auction + more. Watch the FREE concert here at 6PM. Snag the after-party package for $250 for bonus fun at 7PM. 

• Sunday, March 21: Fill your belly with soul food from Southern Fried Vegan during Vegan Brews & BBQ at Good People Brewing Co. Highlights include: BBQ, Beer-Cheese Battered Beyond Burgers, Jambalaya + more. 1-5PM. FREE Admission.

For even more going on this weekend in The Magic City, check out Now the Weekend—Video Edition.

Plan Ahead

Miss in-person events like concerts and movies? On Tuesday, March 23, Sidewalk Film joins a panel led by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) including Dr. Fauci and several leaders in the arts industry to discuss the best solutions for reopening art venues. Register here.

First comes spring break, then comes summer vacation. Plan ahead to keep your kids entertained by signing them up for these fun summer camps. 

Have a COVID-safe event you’d like to promote? Add it to our event database!

In case you missed it…

• A new mural shows its colors in the tunnel between Shades Cahaba Elementary and The Pig in Homewood. Peep the rainbow. 

• Bessemer’s Train Depot is gaining momentum with the help of Brian Giattina, Blox CFO and founder of Bessemer Redevelopment Corps. Find out why they’re on the fast track. 

• New house listings are ready + waiting for you. Jump over here to find your humble abode. 

• Haven’t been to The Summit since the pandemic hit? See what’s new. 

• You’ll never feel the urge to throw your computer across the room again when you have Clear Winds Technologies on your side. Just snap your fingers and your business’ tech needs are taken care of. Learn more. 

New COVID-19 Vaccine Site OPEN

UAB and UAB Medicine’s newest drive-through vaccine site is open and scheduling appointments. Details here:

• Where: AOH Cathedral of the Cross, 1480 Center Point Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35215
• When: Monday-Friday, 9AM-2PM
• Who: Anyone who meets Alabama Public Heath’s criteria for vaccination as of March 22
• Schedule your appointment here

3 flowery deals from local florists

• Flower Betty: Medical workers and self-proclaimed Bettys get 20% off purchase
• Gather: Use discount code BHAMNOW for10% off purchase
• Norton’s Florist: Use discount code DELIVERME for free delivery

More deals are just a click away in our Small Business Guide.

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