This week check out local artists, Birmingham!
I am always amazed by the number of talented artists we have in Birmingham, and this week you can see for yourself just how much the creative juices are flowing in the Magic City.
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Birmingham to D.C. Here we come!
Hundreds of Birmingham women, men and children are on their way to our nation’s capitol for the Women’s March on Washington, tomorrow, Saturday, January 21. Whether by car, plane, bus, with personal funds or on scholarship, they’re all packed and…
Craving Some Culture? Opera Birmingham opens 3 Decembers
With fall football and beer behind us, winter can bring out our desire to feed our intellectual, introspective and sensitive side.  Who’s ready for some opera? Opera Birmingham is offering only two performances of 3 Decembers. Sung in English with…
Renew our Rivers – making a difference
Alabama Power’s Renew Our Rivers program is one of those environmental service programs that quietly makes a difference in so many communities – it is unimaginable what our state’s waterways, lakes and shorelines would look like without it. Just check out…
Bham’s Winter Restaurant Week is almost here
3 Days and Counting. You won’t want to miss your chance to explore a variety of Bham eateries and your favorite food scene. Starting this Friday, January 20th, this event will continue until January 29th. Enjoy 10 days of deals,…
Birmingham Women get ready for March On Washington D.C and Kelly Ingram Park
We Birmingham women are not known for being shy, despite our sweet, southern reputation.  Some, including Republicans and Democrats alike, are stepping out (literally) for their voice to be heard, on how they think women should be treated. Local women…
MLK Jr. Day of Service in Birmingham
For 16 years, the citizens of Birmingham have been celebrating MLK Jr. Day by spending the day volunteering – “giving back” – to their community. Hands on Birmingham is organizing events throughout the community. Visit their website today and make…
Hike the Pinhoti Trail for 2017
Sponsored by the JSU Little River Canyon Center For every hiker, there are trails at the top of their bucket list. For example, in Alabama everyone has the Big Tree in the Sipsey Wilderness or the iconic Walls of Jericho on…
This Birmingham author’s new book is already receiving rave reviews, and it’s all about the fascinating life of the woman who wrote ‘Goodnight Moon’
Birmingham resident Amy Gary is the editor of the Margaret Wise Brown estate, and she’s about to release a new biography about Brown, the author of the esteemed children’s book, Goodnight Moon. In The Great Green Room: The Brilliant and…
Why do Alabama football fans like Dabo Swinney?
Dabo Swinney is probably the 3rd “most liked” head football coach by Alabama fans behind Nick Saban and Paul “Bear” Bryant. Why?
“Stir crazy” winter ice storm Alabama football fan? Check out places to watch the big game
Perfect timing. Â According to weather.com’s hourly forecast, the icy roads from this weekend’s winter storm that paralysed Birmingham and Central Alabama, should melt away at about 11:00a.m today.
Birmingham kicks off Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday with a special appearance by Jesse Jackson
Join the Reverend Jesse Jackson at Birmingham’s iconic 16th Street Baptist Church this Sunday, January 8, 2016, as he preaches in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s upcoming birthday. The service begins at 10:45 a.m.
Epiphany 2017: A camel was spotted in Southside Birmingham tonight
It was spotted behind Dave’s Pub and across from the Mellow Mushroom parking lot. Â There it stood. A camel.
Sharing is caring: become a tutor through the Literacy Council of Alabama
Whether it’s understanding a note from your doctor or the beauty of humanity found in Freytag’s pyramid, reading, along with reading comprehension, are two abilities that allow us to navigate the world successfully. Sometimes I take these endowments for granted, like…
Bham Now’s BOLD Speaker Series to feature Will Lochamy & Scott Register
Will Lochamy and Scott ‘Reg’ Register are hosts of The Morning Blend on Birmingham Mountain Radio (107.3 FM) and are doing BOLD things for Birmingham. Come join us on February 16th and see what we mean.