BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bham Now - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bhamnow.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bham Now REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T230000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250830T093608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T093608Z UID:10084087-1757545200-1757545200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Lunch Break Pickleball Clinics for Beginners and Intermediates DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/lunch-break-pickleball-clinics-for-beginners-and-intermediates/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250906T073529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T095026Z UID:10084548-1757552400-1757638799@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Pickleball Clinics DESCRIPTION:Pickleball Clinics: Pink Block Pickleball Courts \nTuesdays: PB 101: 7-8 pm\, PB 201: 6-7 pm\, PB 301: 7-8 pm\, PB 401: 6-7 PM \nWednesdays: Lunch Break Clinics for Beginners and Intermediates: 11-12 pm \nThursdays: PB 101: 7-8 pm\, PB 201: 6-7 pm\, PB 301: 7-8 pm\, PB 401: 6-7 PM \nSaturdays: PB 101: 11-12 pm\, PB 201: 10-11 pm URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/pickleball-clinics-4/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Event-Social-2-1-XjY18Z.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T174500 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250719T055706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T083840Z UID:10083280-1757610000-1757612700@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Intro to Pickleball DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/intro-to-pickleball-20/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Event-Social-2-1-XjY18Z.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250906T073529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T095027Z UID:10084549-1757610000-1757620800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:BMX Night DESCRIPTION:A night dedicated to our two-wheeled friends. Join us at the skate park for BMX night! URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/bmx-night-38/ LOCATION:Skate Park\, 1706 9th Ave N\, Birmingham\, 35203\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun,Skate Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BMX-Night-QfRUVJ.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250809T085254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T093608Z UID:10083834-1757610900-1757613600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Intro to Pickleball DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/intro-to-pickleball-49/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Event-Social-2-1-XjY18Z.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250620T115546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T092147Z UID:10082594-1757613600-1757613600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:City Walkers Walking Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for the City Walkers Walking Club\, an easy and fun way to get fit and experience City Walk BHAM! URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/city-walkers-walking-club-184/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Event-Social-1-0a50ZU.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250620T115545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T071007Z UID:10082593-1757613600-1757617200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Beginner Pickleball Clinic DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Pickleball 101 Clinic! Step onto the court and start your pickleball journey in our Beginner Clinic! This fun and interactive session includes an hour of skill-building drills and instruction\, followed by a 30-minute practice session to apply what you’ve learned. Whether you’re brand new to the game or looking to improve your fundamentals\, our supportive coaches will guide you every step of the way. Register below or contact us for more information. \nRegister Now\n  URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/beginner-pickleball-clinic-87/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/This-Weekend-at-City-Walk-7-ydqhTS.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250719T055707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T095042Z UID:10083281-1757613600-1757617200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Beginner Pickleball Clinic DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Pickleball 101 Clinic! Step onto the court and start your pickleball journey in our Beginner Clinic! This fun and interactive session includes an hour of skill-building drills and instruction\, followed by a 30-minute practice session to apply what you’ve learned. Whether you’re brand new to the game or looking to improve your fundamentals\, our supportive coaches will guide you every step of the way. Register below or contact us for more information. URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/beginner-pickleball-clinic-100/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Event-Social-1-1-Jtciqw.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250620T115544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T095027Z UID:10082592-1757613600-1757620800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Magic City Futbol DESCRIPTION:Join us at the blue block rec field for Magic City Futbol from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/magic-city-futbol-140/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/This-Weekend-at-City-Walk-jm7hb7.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250620T115602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T093609Z UID:10082595-1757617200-1757620800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:BMX Night DESCRIPTION:A night dedicated to our two-wheeled friends. Join us at the skate park for BMX night! URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/bmx-night-28/ LOCATION:Skate Park\, 1706 9th Ave N\, Birmingham\, 35203\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun,Skate Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BMX-Night-QfRUVJ.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T113000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250829T071013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T082103Z UID:10084070-1757673000-1757676600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Storytime at the Gardens DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\n\nJoin us with your preschooler for a story at the Gardens! Meet us in the Southern Living Garden. This program is designed to promote a love of reading\, creativity\, and nature\, all while gaining the benefits of visiting the Gardens and being outdoors. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a member\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Add to calendar \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/storytime-at-the-gardens/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs,Fun,storytime at the gardens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Storytime-at-the-Gardens-YyAVEh.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250915 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250906T073546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T100320Z UID:10084550-1757725200-1757811599@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Pickleball Clinics DESCRIPTION:Pickleball Clinics: Pink Block Pickleball Courts \nTuesdays: PB 101: 7-8 pm\, PB 201: 6-7 pm\, PB 301: 7-8 pm\, PB 401: 6-7 PM \nWednesdays: Lunch Break Clinics for Beginners and Intermediates: 11-12 pm \nThursdays: PB 101: 7-8 pm\, PB 201: 6-7 pm\, PB 301: 7-8 pm\, PB 401: 6-7 PM \nSaturdays: PB 101: 11-12 pm\, PB 201: 10-11 pm URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/pickleball-clinics-5/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Event-Social-2-1-XjY18Z.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T150000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250615T182018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T064817Z UID:10082396-1757754000-1757775600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:(CANCELLED) Mom’s Basement Clean-Up Series – September 13 DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED \n\nWhen: CANCELLED\nMeeting Location: Buck Creek Cahaba Blueway Access\nDay of event contact: Wil Rainer\, Mobile: (901) 210-7850\nAvailability: We have room for 22 volunteers in CRS boats. Participants are welcome to bring their own craft. Please email volunteer@cahabariversociety.org if you plan to bring your own boat.\nRegistration: CANCELLED\n\n\n\n  \nWhat to expect: \nThis is a paddling cleanup in canoes. \nThis will be the first time Cahaba River Society has paddled and cleaned this stretch of water in at least 6 years. With the newly opened Flemming Park access\, the Buck Creek paddle is feasible once again. We will paddle about 3 miles down Buck Creek to its confluence with the Cahaba River. The Flemming Park access is about 100 yards upstream of the Buck Creek-Cahaba River confluence. As with much of the rest of the Upper Cahaba\, this river segment is heavily dependent on weather and water level. For more information on the stretches of the Cahaba check out the Cahaba Blueway. \nCRS will provide canoes\, paddles\, life jackets\, grabbers\, bags\, and gloves. There is no charge for this trip. Folks are absolutely welcome and encouraged to head to the CRS website for donations to offset program costs to CRS. \n\nAfter every Mom’s Basement Cleanup there will be an afterparty at Mom’s Basement with drink specials and prize giveaways for each participant! Details will be given at the cleanup. \nWhat to bring: \n\n\n Water (at least 1 liter)\n Lunch\n Sunscreen\n Sun hat\nClose-toed shoes\n\nYou are welcome to bring a cooler for your water and lunch\, but alcohol is prohibited. \n\n\n\n  \n\nA huge thank you to our 2024 Community Partner of the Year\, Mom’s Basement\, for partnering with us on this clean-up series. URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/moms-basement-clean-up-series-september-13/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Clean Up,Events,Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cahabariversociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Screenshot-2024-05-07-at-9.28.36 AM-300x300.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T100000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250620T115603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T092148Z UID:10082596-1757757600-1757757600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:City Walkers Walking Club DESCRIPTION:Join us for the City Walkers Walking Club\, an easy and fun way to get fit and experience City Walk BHAM! URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/city-walkers-walking-club-185/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Event-Social-1-0a50ZU.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T110000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250620T115604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T093610Z UID:10082597-1757757600-1757761200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Beginner Pickleball Clinic DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Pickleball 101 Clinic! Step onto the court and start your pickleball journey in our Beginner Clinic! This fun and interactive session includes an hour of skill-building drills and instruction\, followed by a 30-minute practice session to apply what you’ve learned. Whether you’re brand new to the game or looking to improve your fundamentals\, our supportive coaches will guide you every step of the way. Register below or contact us for more information. \nRegister Now\n  URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/beginner-pickleball-clinic-88/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Event-Social-1-1-Jtciqw.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T110000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250830T093611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251011T103914Z UID:10084088-1757757600-1757761200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Pilates with SAB Social DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/pilates-with-sab-social/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Pilates-with-SAB-Social-3zKbrr.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T120000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250809T085314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T093944Z UID:10083835-1757761200-1757764800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Intro to Pickleball DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/intro-to-pickleball-50/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Event-Social-2-1-XjY18Z.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T140000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250615T094004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T102102Z UID:10082395-1757761200-1757772000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Samford University Football at Baylor DESCRIPTION:Samford University Football at Baylor\nTV: ESPN+\nStreaming Video: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/eventCalendarId/401756891?gameId=401756891&sourceLang=en&om-navmethod=espn:globalsearch:results URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/samford-university-football-at-baylor/ LOCATION:Waco\, Texas CATEGORIES:Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T120000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250719T081947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T083900Z UID:10083282-1757762100-1757764800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Intro to Pickleball DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/intro-to-pickleball-21/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Event-Social-2-1-XjY18Z.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250830T093945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T100321Z UID:10084089-1757777400-1757793600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:UAB vs Akron Pre-Game DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/uab-vs-akron-pre-game/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:City Walk Social,Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Social-8itNOB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250811T103003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T120602Z UID:10083896-1757779200-1757788200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Made By Me Workshop “Shelf Sitters Class” DESCRIPTION:Join us in the classroom to paint and assemble your own set of shelf sitters—your way!\n\nPick a 🪿silly goose🪿 or 📚bookish theme📚\, add your personal flair\, and let the creativity flow. Bring a friend or make new ones—it’s going to be a honk-in’ good time!\n\n(Recommended Age 12 and up. One set per participant) URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/made-by-me-workshop-shelf-sitters-class/ LOCATION:University Pickers – Huntsville\, 3405 Triana Blvd sw\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35805\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/shelf-sitters-oPc2sr.jpg GEO:34.7032173;-86.6091403 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=University Pickers – Huntsville 3405 Triana Blvd sw Huntsville AL 35805 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3405 Triana Blvd sw:geo:-86.6091403,34.7032173 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250615T081005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T073602Z UID:10082393-1757782800-1757793600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Miles College Football at Alabama State DESCRIPTION:Miles College Football at Alabama State\nStreaming Video: https://thegrio.com/videos/live/ URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/miles-college-football-at-alabama-state-2/ LOCATION:Montgomery\, AL\, ASU Stadium CATEGORIES:Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T230000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250906T073549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T100321Z UID:10084551-1757800800-1757804400@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Beginner Pickleball Clinic DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Pickleball 101 Clinic! Step onto the court and start your pickleball journey in our Beginner Clinic! This fun and interactive session includes an hour of skill-building drills and instruction\, followed by a 30-minute practice session to apply what you’ve learned. Whether you’re brand new to the game or looking to improve your fundamentals\, our supportive coaches will guide you every step of the way. Register below or contact us for more information. \nRegister Now\n  URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/beginner-pickleball-clinic-136/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Pickleball Courts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Event-Social-1-1-Jtciqw.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250704T202518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T230315Z UID:10083018-1757858400-1757865600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:ArtLit w/ Thank You Books: Ashley Jones DESCRIPTION:The BMA and Thank You Books are pleased to offer another installment of Art Lit. Together with Alabama Poet Laureate Ashley M. Jones\, they will be launching Ashley’s much-anticipated fourth collection of poetry\, Lullaby for the Grieving.  \nJourneying through landscapes of Alabama\, the Middle Passage and Underground Railroad\, interior spaces of loss and love\, and her father’s garden\, Jones constructs both an elegy for her father and a celebration of the sacred exuberance and audacity of life. Featuring poems from her tenure as Alabama’s first Black and youngest Poet Laureate\, Lullaby for the Grieving finds calm in unimaginable storms and attempts to listen for the sounds of healing. A signing will follow the discussion. \nAshley M. Jones served as the first Black and youngest Poet Laureate of Alabama from 2022–2026. She is the author of three previous collections of poetry\, including Reparations Now!\, longlisted for the PEN Voelker Poetry Award. Jones and her work have been featured by Poetry\, Good Morning America\, the BBC\, the New York Times\, and other publications. Jones holds an MFA in Poetry from Florida International University\, and she is currently a PhD student in English at Old Dominion University. She is the founding director of the Magic City Poetry Festival in Birmingham\, Alabama. \n\n\n\n\n This event has passed\n \n \n\n$22.73 \n Unavailable\n \n \n\nTickets available through Thank You Books URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/artlit-w-thank-you-books-ashley-jones/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ashley-Jones-4WmEAh-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T173000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250620T115605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T100322Z UID:10082598-1757865600-1757871000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Community Drum Circle DESCRIPTION:Feel the Beat: Community Drum Jam Brings Unity Through Rhythm at City Walk BHAM \nOver two decades ago\, musician and facilitator\, John Scalici\, made a bold decision—to step away from touring with bands and instead channel their energy into something far more personal and impactful: community rhythm. What began as a desire to escape the grind of the music industry evolved into a passion for bringing people together through the power of drumming. \n“I wanted the focus to be on empowerment\, inclusion\, motivation\, and inspiration through rhythm\,” he explained. And that’s exactly what the Community Drum Jam at City Walk BHAM has become—a place where rhythm serves as a universal language that transcends barriers. \nA Jam for Everyone \nThe Community Drum Jam (CDJ) is exactly what the name suggests—a communal\, interactive drumming experience open to all. It’s not a performance or a class\, but a shared moment where people from every background\, age group\, and ability level gather to connect on a basic human level through rhythm. \n“Rhythm is a UNIVERSAL language\,” he emphasizes. “Once you know where the ‘pulse’ is\, you can interact with it and the other people in the circle.” \nFrom gently guiding participants to shifting grooves to keep things fresh\, the facilitator works behind the scenes to ensure each session flows smoothly—even though it may “look” easy. \nRooted in Birmingham \nAlthough John has led drumming events around the city for over 20 years\, the Community Drum Jam at City Walk BHAM has been thriving for the past two. Originally attempted as a year-round event\, the jam now takes place seasonally—spring through fall—with a particularly magical December session held beside the Christmas tree. \nNo Experience Necessary \nWhether you’ve never touched a drum or you’ve been playing for years\, all are welcome to join. The sessions are entirely free\, and John brings at least 20 drums for anyone to try out. People are encouraged to bring their own instruments if they have them\, but it’s not a requirement. \nSpecial attention is given to young children\, who are invited to explore softer instruments in the center of the circle with the support of a parent. It’s a safe\, joyful space to simply “hit things” and begin developing a love for rhythm. \nA Creative\, Healing Space \nMore than just music\, the drum jam is a form of expression and even healing for many. Participants include dancers\, hoopers\, painters\, writers\, and more—all drawn to the rhythm in their own unique way. \n“People come for different reasons\,” the facilitator shares. “For many\, this is a healing experience—a release of emotion\, a chance to connect and be accepted.” \nWhether someone is battling illness\, navigating personal struggles\, or just looking for a creative outlet\, the drum circle offers support\, connection\, and joy. URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/community-drum-circle-17/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Labyrinth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Event-Social-3-TX2wfG.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250809T085315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T100323Z UID:10083836-1757865600-1757872800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Bham Babes “Silent Readers” DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/bham-babes-silent-readers-3/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:City Walk Social,Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Event-Social-3-2-lFMLgy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250827T170255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T170255Z UID:10084062-1757872800-1757883600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Sunday Supper Club feat. Chef Victor King DESCRIPTION:Experience Chef Victor King’s elevated and creatively-crafted menu at September’s “Sunday Supper Club” at Crestwood Tavern.\n\n\nVictor King is a chef and restaurateur originally from Nolensville\, Tennessee\, where he grew up on a farm and developed a passion for cooking while helping his mother prepare meals for large gatherings. That early love for hospitality brought him to Birmingham\, Alabama\, in 2009 to attend Samford University. \nIn 2015\, Victor opened his first restaurant\, marking the beginning of his career in the culinary world. He is now the owner of The Essential\, which opened in 2018 and has become a cornerstone of Birmingham’s dining community—known for its welcoming atmosphere and thoughtfully crafted menus. \nChef King joins a growing list of highly-respected\, local chefs of Sunday Supper Club spotlights. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/sunday-supper-club-feat-chef-victor-king/ LOCATION:Crestwood Tavern\, 5500 Crestwood Boulevard\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35212\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/4d66b5c766ec22adffc9f20063064023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250917 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250620T115605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T083902Z UID:10082599-1757898000-1757984399@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Summer Skate Camp DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/summer-skate-camp-25/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Skate Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Summer-Skate-8ALLpz.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250620T115606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T100323Z UID:10082600-1757955600-1757966400@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Clipped Up Mondays DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Skate Park for Clipped Up Mondays! Cameras will be rolling – come get a clip! URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/clipped-up-mondays-79/ LOCATION:City Walk Skate Park\, 1706 9th Ave N\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun,Skate Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/This-Weekend-at-City-Walk-1-vZXwue.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250918 DTSTAMP:20260507T232705 CREATED:20250620T115607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T083902Z UID:10082601-1757984400-1758070799@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Summer Skate Camp DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/summer-skate-camp-26/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Fun,Skate Park ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Summer-Skate-8ALLpz.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR