Happy birthday Dr. Seuss! March 2, 2021 honors the 117th birthday of the famous writer and illustrator with National Read Across America Day. See how Birmingham literacy nonprofits and local libraries are celebrating the national holiday this year.
It’s no secret Birmingham is brimming with talented creatives. And despite the state of the world over the last year, these six local artists have turned uncertainty into creativity—continuing to make art that inspires, educates and uplifts. Get to know…
Black History Month is a great time to beef up your bookshelf with books by Black authors. Keep reading to see what Birmingham bookstores recommend you add to your reading list for Black History Month and beyond.
New mural alert! Birmingham’s Titusville neighborhood now has a new inspirational painting in the heart of the community.
Got the itch to spruce up your space? With spring just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to breathe new life into your home with updated furnishings. From mid-century modern finds to antique accents, these six local interior design…
Has the pandemic caused your creativity to fall flat? With spring underway, it’s time to let your talents loose. The perfect way—sign up for Spring 2021 classes with Samford Academy of the Arts. From photography to calligraphy, they have something…
Birmingham, another one of artist John Lytle Wilson’s robots strikes again! Â
Birmingham bursts with artistic talents. One thing every creative needs is a space to explore their creativity and design. Birmingham’s Woodlawn community is offering a space for local artists to do just that. Let’s meet Commonplace, shall we?
Love is in the air this week, and 5 local poets are here to help you get in the Valentine’s Day spirit with their artful and contemplative (and not to mention romantic) poetry.
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Small and stunningly curated, Maison is something of a hidden gem, nestled among the design stores in Mountain Brook Village. But that could change soon following a recent mention by Vogue, which featured it as one of 17 Southern small…
Ever scrolled through your social feed or flipped through a magazine and come across a plate of food almost too beautiful to eat? Thank the food stylist.
A cozy nook and some silence—two things that make the ideal spot for cuddling up with a good book. The question is, are any of the books you read written by local authors? We took our love of reading to…
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Local authors Karim Shamsi-Basha and Irene Latham have received the 2021 Caldecott Honor for their illustrated children’s book, The Cat Man of Aleppo. Find out why this book will give you all the feels and where you can purchase it…
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There’s a new mural in Birmingham, and it’s sure to leave you feeling inspired. Take a look at Fairfield’s newest mural honoring Nipsey Hussle, Kobe Bryant and Chadwick Boseman and get to know the artist behind it all.
The past year has been a devastating blow for many Birmingham creatives as theaters closed, shows were cancelled and art was put on hold. As we trudge into the next month of the pandemic, find out how you can keep…