Our local nonprofits need our support now more than ever. With the weather warming up and social distancing continuing, people are spending tons of time in our stunning Birmingham outdoors. These local environmental nonprofits are making sure it stays beautiful—but…
Summer is here, which means it’s time to hit the pool. There are lots of places around Birmingham offering swimming lessons for kids and adults, so dive into this guide for info on where to sign up.
Have you heard the term “historic district” thrown around? Yeah, me too. We took a virtual tour through some of Birmingham’s most prominent Historic Districts to learn more about what they are. Since Birmingham has too many historic districts to…
May is American Stroke Awareness Month. We sat down (virtually, of course) with one of the top stroke experts in the state to share what Birmingham residents need to know when it comes to stroke symptoms, treatment and care. Learn…
Planting, gardening and growing can be quite intimidating for beginners. If you’re looking for an easy way to get started, some local Birmingham pros put together resources to help you on your way. Whether you’re a master gardener or you’ve…
Does setting your own schedule, choosing where you’d like to work and getting to meet new people in Birmingham sound rewarding to you? If so, real estate might be your calling! And it’s easier than ever before—the LAH School of…
Young students throughout Birmingham have been affected by early school closings. Better Basics has created the Books for Birmingham book drive campaign to collect NEW books for these students helping them get back in the swing of things for school…
Earlier this week, in preparation for Memorial Day, I visited the Alabama Veterans Memorial Park located just off the Liberty Park exit on Interstate 459.
School may be out for summer, but learning never stops at McWane Science Center. While we all wait for McWane Science Center to reopen its doors, check out these favorite at-home science experiments from Mr. Science and more of the…
The month of May plays host to both Mental Health Awareness Month and National Nurses Week. Children’s of Alabama is expanding its behavioral health center in order to provide the best care for Birmingham families. We caught up with several…
After months of diligent hard work, they finally heard the news. The Junior League of Birmingham (JLB) awarded 10 Birmingham seniors the Memorial Scholarship. As they head off to schools across the country, their impact on Birmingham won’t be forgotten.
Some tall-tales you hear just can’t be true…or can they? We looked into several Birmingham legends throughout the years to learn more—here’s what we found!
Hey bookworms! If you’ve been missing your weekly visit to the library, prepare to smile. Many local libraries in Birmingham are offering curbside pickup services so you can get your book fix. Here’s who is offering these services.
It was one of the darkest moments in Alabama history.
With the arrival of a global pandemic comes a new reality for citizens and businesses alike. We checked in with the community in and around Birmingham and asked how businesses were responding and being affected. Here’s what you had to…