Speakeasies and Science apparently go hand in hand. On March 10th, you can find out just how much at the McWane Science Center.
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Category: Events
Buy Alabama’s Best begins!
The annual Buy Alabama’s Best campaign began yesterday, and a portion of profits from Alabama-made goods like local groceries will benefit Children’s of Alabama!
Calling all filmmakers! Learn “How to Fund Your Film” workshop this weekend (video)
Calling all filmmakers!
You do not want to miss Chuck Bush’s “How To Fund Your Film” workshop this weekend Friday & Saturday March 3rd & 4th at the JSU Longleaf Studios!
New Venue due for The Birmingham Barons Regions Field
The Birmingham Barons are expanding the 14th Street side of Regions Field to offer a fun new venue!
“The Switchyard on 14th” will embody an atmosphere geared toward families, foodies, and Birmingham’s millennial culture.
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Ten Events to look forward to Next Week
Birmingham has a fair share of events each week that will be sure to strike your fancy. Next week is not any different. From Fermentation classes to your favorite bands coming to town, here are 10 events you won’t want to miss.
Mardi Gras in Crestwood
What happens when two families come together to create a tradition? Neighbors spend an afternoon enjoying each other’s company on a gorgeous day! Crestwood North neighbors and friends gathered in the 5300 block of 7th Court S. on Sunday afternoon, February 26, for the annual Crestwood Mardi Gras Parade.
Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Party @Books-A-Million in Brookwood Village – This Saturday March 4th!
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In honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, Books-A-Million at Brookwood Village is throwing a birthday bash for the creator himself. Quick, what is Dr. Seuss’ real name? Find out including other fun facts below. Continue reading “Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Party @Books-A-Million in Brookwood Village – This Saturday March 4th!”
Solidarity in the City – Commentary
I am a sucker for solidarity. A sap for sibling-hood. I get teary at communities helping each other. My heart bleeds more often than is maybe healthy. I don’t care. There was no parking at the Birmingham Islamic Society’s open house today and I was utterly verklempt. I have never been prouder of the city I live in. Continue reading “Solidarity in the City – Commentary”
Making AirWaves: Good People hosting 6th annual Riverkeeper benefit
The AirWave Festival is back! The festival, scheduled for Saturday, March 25, to benefit local riverkeeper organizations Black Warrior , Coosa, and Cahaba Riverkeeper is hosted again this year by Good People Brewing Company. Continue reading “Making AirWaves: Good People hosting 6th annual Riverkeeper benefit”
Stand as One: An Amazing Event
On February 16th, the UAB Institute for Human Rights held a very important talk. It was called Stand as One: Empowering Marginalized Voices in Birmingham.
Join in the Beat Beethoven 5K
The Alabama Symphony Youth Orchestra is bringing Birmingham a 5K with a beat. On Saturday March 11, 2017, The ASYO will host the Beat Beethoven 5K at Red Mountain Park where song and sweat collide. Continue reading “Join in the Beat Beethoven 5K”
They changed the world: A special evening at UAB with the Freedom Riders
A very timely event. Just last month, President Obama created the Freedom Riders National Monument in Anniston.
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The Cahaba River – See up-close one of North America’s most bio-diverse rivers
Want to float one the most biodiverse rivers in the nation? Here is your chance.
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Ten events to try and see next week
If you only have time (or cash) for ten events next week, have I got a list for you! That’s right, it’s a top ten, for events coming next week! I try to include youtube links to music when I can, so don’t click things if you’re at work and aren’t using headphones. In the spirit of different strokes for different folks and not actually having seen them yet, I’m not going to rank any of these.
Amos Lee – Playing at the Alabama Theatre Feb 28th, doors open 7.30PM. Read more
Alabama’s Oregon Pinot Camp is back Feb. 21st
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