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SUMMARY:Blues at the Ball Park
DESCRIPTION:Join District 8 and Councilor Carol Clarke for the Blues at the Ball Park event on Sunday\, September 28th\, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Enjoy an afternoon filled with live blues entertainment featuring MC-MZ Aretta\, Hurricane Elaine\, the Garry Burnside Band\, Mz. Lowe\, and Bobby Rush. There will also be delicious food available from various food trucks! So grab your lawn chairs\, bring your friends\, and join us for this FREE event. Get ready to groove!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/blues-at-the-ball-park/
LOCATION:Rickwood Field\, 1137 2nd Ave W\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35204\, us
CATEGORIES:In-Person Events,Music,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Party on the Porch
DESCRIPTION:About Party on the Porch\nEach Party on the Porch at our Homewood store focuses on giving back to our local community and raising environmental awareness for conservation\, access\, usage\, and education. The event is held on the first Friday evening of each month from April to October (except for July which we skip as it is so hot). \nParty on the Porch brings together local musicians\, breweries\, food trucks\, and artisans for an evening you do not want to miss. This is a family-friendly event\, with activities for kids\, a dog-friendly atmosphere\, cornhole\, giveaways\, and loads of fun! Attendance is free\, but we ask that of-age attendees donate (not required) $10 for a wristband and a souvenir cup with your donation going to a local non-profit organization at the event. \nNet proceeds from your donations at our May event go to Alabama State Parks. \nAbout our beneficiary: \nThe Alabama State Parks Division operates and maintains 21 state parks encompassing approximately 48\,000 acres of land and water in Alabama. The parks range from Gulf Coast beaches to Appalachian Mountains providing opportunities and facilities from basic day-use activities to resort convention lodging\, restaurant and golfing areas. \nWhen?\nFriday\, June 6th\, 2025\, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm \nWhere?\nAlabama Outdoors Homewood Store \nWho’s attending?\nOur friends from:\nAlabama Beer Company\nAltra\nAnderson Ord\nBirmingham Mountain Radio\nBirmingham Hat Co.\nBirmingham Ultra Trail Society\nBirmingham Boulders\nTrail Sisters \nMusic:\nCash Back\nBeer + Beverages:\nAlabama Beer Company: Free craft beer for those with wristbands and our souvenir Party on the Porch cup (21 years and older) \nFood:\nSaw’s Street Kitchen\nFrios Gourmet Pops
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/party-on-the-porch/
LOCATION:Alabama Outdoors\, 3054 Independence Dr\, Homewood\, AL\, 35209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer,Community,Concert,Events,Family Friendly Programs,Food Trucks,Fundraiser,Green,Music
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SUMMARY:Lilia Bogoeva at Warrior Comic Con
DESCRIPTION:Lilia Bogoeva\, “The Inner Demon Crusher\,” brings her unique blend of storytelling\, mental health advocacy\, and live performance to Sonic Drive-In Coney Con in Warrior\, AL. With her comic book Lilia The Inner Demon Crusher and a dynamic musical theater act\, she turns self-improvement into an action-packed adventure. \nHer revolutionary comic book isn’t just a graphic novel—it’s a self-help workbook\, making mental health awareness fun\, colorful\, and empowering. And she will deliver a high-energy performance where she reenacts scenes from the comic book in a dynamic musical theater style! With a combination of storytelling and live reenactments\, Lilia helps audiences face emotional challenges with confidence. Her work benefits Alabama by fostering open\, uplifting conversations about mental health in an engaging way. Attendees will leave inspired\, ready to conquer their own challenges. \nAnd Lilia’s exhibition isn’t the only reason to come to Sonic Drive-In Coney Con. This event also benefits the Animal Adoption Center of Blount County\, so you know that your tickets will support an important charitable cause. While you’re there\, catch Lilia and all the other incredible vendors\, live music\, cosplay\, art contest\, corn hole\, and tons of FUN! \nLocated at 9984 Cooper Drive\, Warrior\, AL\nSee Facebook event page for details
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/lilia-bogoeva-at-warrior-comic-con/
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SUMMARY:Birmingham Folk Festival.  Be Healed by the Power of Local Music!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fourth annual Birmingham Folk Festival! Bring the entire family to enjoy incredible live music\, arts and crafts\, activities\, and food in historic Avondale Park. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday\, May 17th\, and best of all\, it’s still FREE for everyone! \nAvondale Park will come alive with beautiful music\, vibrant performances\, and joyful celebrations. The main stage lineup features the Jackson-Olin High School Marching Band’s electrifying energy\, Sahi On Ko Djony’s captivating African rhythms and dances\, The Chad Fisher Group’s soul\, blues\, and jazz tones\, Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble’s dynamic Louisiana vibes\, Firetown Bluegrass’s 100% organic sound\, and Pynk Beard’s heartfelt country storytelling. \nReturning for the 2025 festival are a diverse group of talented makers\, an array of fun and interactive activities for children and teens\, spirited dancing\, and food trucks offering tasty fare. There’s truly something for everyone at this year’s Birmingham Folk Festival! We can’t wait to see you on May 17th. \nA non-profit organization dedicated to promoting unity and strengthening the community through the arts\, Birmingham Folk Festival\, Inc.\, believes that music is a powerful tool for bringing people together and celebrating the diversity of our city. \nWe’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to be part of this special event. For more information\, please visit our website\, BirminghamFolkFest.org\, and select the “Volunteer” tab. Help us keep the festival free by donating or becoming a sponsor! Visit BirminghamFolkFest.org and click on the “Support” tab for more information.\n________________________________\nBirmingham Folk Festival FAQs:\nWhen is the festival? Saturday\, May 17th\, 11 am – 7 pm\nWhere is the festival? Avondale Park\, 4101 5th Ave S\, Birmingham\, AL 35222\nHow much are tickets? The festival is free and you do not need tickets.\nIs the festival family-friendly? Yes\, children are welcome!\nWhat happens in case of rain? The festival goes on! This is a Rain or Shine event.\nIs parking available? Yes\, parking is available at Avondale Park and along 5th Avenue South\, 40th\, 41st\, and 42nd Streets South\, as well as in the lot at 109 41st Street South.\nIs the venue ADA accessible? Yes\, the amphitheater is ADA accessible from the Park’s parking area.\n_____________________________ \nFor festival updates\, additional FAQs and other details\, visit our website\, BirminghamFolkFest.org\, or follow us on social media using @birminghamfolkfest.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/birmingham-folk-festival-be-healed-by-the-power-of-local-music/
LOCATION:Avondale Park\, Avondale Park\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wagging Tales Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Trussville Public Library’s new animal adoption festival is making its debut! On Saturday\, May 3rd\, we’re inviting 3 local shelters and rescues to bring some of their best companions to the library to find a forever home. Outside the library\, we’ll have adoptable dogs available for meeting and playing with! Inside the library\, we’ll have a relaxing adoptable cat room! We’ll also be hosting free library programs throughout the day\, a “Flea” Market with local vendors\, food trucks\, an author event with poet Charles Ghigna\, and more!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/wagging-tales-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Trussville Public Library\, 201 Parkway Dr\, Trussville\, AL\, 35173\, US
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Craft Class,Education + Library,Family Festival,Family Friendly Programs,Festival,Food Trucks,Fun Outside,Meet & Greet,Poetry,Teens
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SUMMARY:Resources at Railroad: Community-wide Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Mental Health Coordinators of 16 local school districts have come together to host our third annual Resources at Railroad! This community resource fair spotlights many of the wonderful resources that exist in our community. Join us at Railroad Park on March 18th from 4:00-6:00pm. We will have food trucks\, door prizes\, school performances\, yard games\, 95.7 Jamz\, and more! \nThis year’s Resources at Railroad is hosted by Birmingham City Schools\, Bessemer City Schools\, Fairfield City Schools\, Homewood City Schools\, Hoover City Schools\, Jefferson County Schools\, Leeds City Schools\, Midfield City Schools\, Mountain Brook City Schools\, Pelham City Schools\, Tarrant City Schools\, Trussville City Schools\, Vestavia Hills City Schools\, Alabama Aerospace and Aviation High School\, Alabama School of Fine Arts\, and Magic City Acceptance Academy.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/resources-at-railroad-community-wide-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Railroad Park\, 1600 1st Ave S\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,EDUCATIONAL EVENT,Family Friendly Programs,Food Trucks,Fun Outside,Local Events,School Event,Youth Support
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