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SUMMARY:Survival of the Slowest Opening Day – Saturday 6/13
DESCRIPTION:Our new traveling exhibit\, Survival of the Slowest\, opens to the public on June 13. The exhibit invites guests to meet a variety of live animals from around the world and discover how their unique adaptations help them survive in the wild. Through up-close encounters and interactive experiences\, visitors will explore how being slow\, small\, or unusual can sometimes be an animal’s greatest strength. Survival of the Slowest will be at McWane Science Center June 13 – January 4 Learn more here: https://mcwane.org/explore/exhibits/special-exhibits/
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/survival-of-the-slowest-opening-day-saturday-6-13/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:McWane Science Center\, 200 19th Street North\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Fun,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Urban Impact Alumni Week 2026: Reconnect. Reengage. Reinvest.
DESCRIPTION:Urban Impact\, Inc. invites entrepreneurs\, alumni\, small-business owners\, community partners\, and supporters to join us for Alumni Week 2026\, a week of connection\, resources\, celebration\, and opportunity! \nAlumni Week is more than a series of events. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with Birmingham’s entrepreneurial community\, discover valuable resources\, explore funding opportunities\, strengthen business relationships\, and celebrate the people and businesses making an impact in our city. \nWhether you’re launching a business\, growing an established company\, reconnecting as an Urban Impact alum\, or simply looking to support local entrepreneurs\, there’s something for you! \n  \nHere’s What’s Happening Throughout the Week:\nSunday\, October 18 | Sunday Night Live: Laughing with Impact \n5:00–7:30 PM | Canvas on 5th \nKick off Alumni Week with an evening of comedy\, connection\, and community! Enjoy great laughs\, meet fellow entrepreneurs\, and learn more about Urban Impact’s work throughout Birmingham. \n  \nMonday\, October 19 | Money Moves Monday \n5:30–7:00 PM | Creed63 \nGet connected to valuable information about grants\, funding opportunities\, and ways to better position your business for financial growth. \n  \nTuesday\, October 20 | Capital Connection Tuesday \n12:00–1:00 PM | Virtual Grant Workshop \n3:00–5:00 PM | Meet Your Money Match at the 16th Street Education & Visitors Center \nLearn more about grant fundamentals\, then connect with financial institutions\, lenders\, funders\, and resource partners who can help support your business goals. \n  \nWednesday\, October 21 | Wellness Wednesday \n5:30–7:00 PM | A.G. Gaston Motel (Conference Room) \nTake time to focus on the entrepreneur behind the business! Join us for an evening centered on mental health\, wellness\, balance\, and meaningful community connection. \n  \nThursday\, October 22 | A Taste of INSPIRE \n12:30–2:30 PM | Doors Open @ 12pm | Carver Theatre \nExperience the flavors and creativity of Birmingham’s food entrepreneurs! Enjoy food samples\, meet emerging culinary businesses\, discover community resources\, and learn about Urban Impact’s INSPIRE Initiative and its support for food-based entrepreneurs. \n  \nFriday\, October 23 | Pitch Friday \n5:00–7:00 PM | Jazzi’s on 3rd \nCelebrate innovation and entrepreneurship as local business owners share their ideas\, connect with the community\, and compete for opportunities to grow their businesses. \n  \nSaturday\, October 24 | Spend Dat Saturday \n10:00 AM–2:00 PM | Historic 4th Avenue District \nWe’re closing out Alumni Week by shopping local! Explore an alumni and entrepreneur marketplace featuring Birmingham businesses\, products\, services\, and brands. Come discover something new and invest directly in our community!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/urban-impact-alumni-week-2026-reconnect-reengage-reinvest/
LOCATION:Historic 4th Avenue Business District\, 328 16th Street North\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Taste of INSPIRE
DESCRIPTION:Get a taste of what’s next for Birmingham’s food entrepreneur community at A Taste of INSPIRE\, a signature experience during Urban Impact Alumni Week 2026. \nA Taste of INSPIRE brings together local food entrepreneurs\, community partners\, business resources\, and supporters for an afternoon centered on food\, entrepreneurship\, business readiness\, and community impact. \nGuests will have the opportunity to sample featured menu items from local food entrepreneurs\, discover emerging food concepts\, connect with organizations and resources supporting small businesses\, and learn more about the upcoming INSPIRE Culinary Incubator — Urban Impact’s shared commercial kitchen and culinary entrepreneurship initiative designed to help food businesses move from idea to operation and from operation to growth. \nThe event will also recognize participating entrepreneurs through the Business Readiness Award\, Rising Star Award\, and People’s Choice Award\, highlighting businesses that demonstrate preparation\, professionalism\, growth potential\, and connection with the community. \nWhat to Expect\n\nTastings from local food entrepreneurs\nFood business and culinary entrepreneurship showcases\nSmall-business resource partners\nBusiness Readiness\, Rising Star & People’s Choice awards\nIntroduction to the upcoming INSPIRE Culinary Incubator\nNetworking and community connections\nAn opportunity to support Birmingham’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem\n\nA Taste of INSPIRE is more than a tasting event. It is an opportunity to experience the people\, businesses\, and ideas helping shape the future of Birmingham’s food entrepreneurship community — while seeing how Urban Impact is building pathways for entrepreneurs to become more prepared\, connected\, and positioned for sustainable growth. \nTickets start at $10\, plus applicable Eventbrite fees. \nA Taste of INSPIRE is part of Urban Impact Alumni Week 2026\, a week of programming designed to reconnect entrepreneurs with resources\, increase visibility for local businesses\, strengthen relationships\, and celebrate entrepreneurship and community investment.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/a-taste-of-inspire/
LOCATION:Carver Theatre\, 1631 4th Avenue North\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Papers\, Please! A Concert to Fight Houselessness
DESCRIPTION:Papers\, Please is a local folk / punk show where the ticket sales fund ID cards for unhoused people in the Bham area. You can buy your ticket here\, but yes\, we will be selling them at the door. \nFood Not Bombs and 50501 are using this event as a fundraiser\, the ID card fund will be given completely to One Roof – this will be after the bands and other vendors have been paid. One Roof will turn around and help us track how many people get ID cards\, and how many people use those ID cards to check into shelters. \nThe concert will be located at Cahaba Brewing. \nThe bands performing are: \nBlood Moon Riot \nOfficial Bard of Baldwin County \nMara Nagra \nOh. Pake \nTengen \nFNB firmly believes that anti-poverty work and community building are the best way to reduce violence and hate\, as well as our society’s capacity for war. There’s nothing you can do that disrupts the status quo better than being kind to others and helping your neighbor. That’s why we say\, “Kindness is the Revolution!” 
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/papers-please-a-concert-to-fight-houselessness/
LOCATION:Cahaba Brewing\, C\, 4500 5th Ave S\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
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SUMMARY:Children's Aid Society of Alabama's Community Impact Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring afternoon of hope\, connection\, and community impact.\nFor more than 114 years\, Children’s Aid Society of Alabama has been creating brighter futures for children\, youth\, and families across our state. The Community Impact Luncheon brings together business leaders\, community partners\, advocates\, philanthropists\, and friends to celebrate this legacy while investing in the future of Alabama’s children.\n\nYou’ll hear powerful stories of resilience\, hope\, and transformation from individuals whose lives have been changed through Children’s Aid Society of Alabama’s programs. You’ll also gain a deeper understanding of the organization’s work to strengthen families\, support youth\, promote permanency through adoption\, and provide life-changing services to children across Alabama.\n\nThis year’s event will feature Master of Ceremonies Shaheed Tawheed (DJ Supreme)\, whose passion for uplifting communities has inspired audiences nationwide\, and keynote speaker Dr. Jay Miller\, Dean of the University of Kentucky College of Social Work. Dr. Miller’s remarkable personal and professional journey is a powerful reminder of the lasting difference caring communities can make in the lives of children and families.\n\nWhether you attend as an individual\, host a table\, or become a community partner\, your participation directly supports Children’s Aid Society of Alabama’s mission to create brighter futures through advocacy\, education\, family support\, adoption services\, and programs that help children and families thrive.\n\nClick to learn more about sponsorships for this event https://2026casimpactluncheon.my.canva.site/\, or click here https://cascommunityimpactluncheon.swell.gives/ to purchase your tickets today.\n\nThursday\, December 3\, 2026\nDoors Open: 11:00 a.m.Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.\nB&A WarehouseBirmingham\, Alabama\n\nTogether\, we can create opportunities\, strengthen families\, and build brighter futures for Alabama’s children. Contact kharvill@childrensaid.org with any questions.\nReserve your seat\, sponsor a table\, or become a community partner today. Together\, we change lives.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/childrens-aid-society-of-alabamas-community-impact-luncheon/
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