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YW Allies

Join us for our new inaugural event, YW Allies! This event honoring men in Central Alabama who have advocated for gender and/or racial equality in their company, community or with YWCA Central Alabama takes place on Wednesday, May 12 from 6-8 p.m. at Avondale Brewing Company.

The inaugural 10 YW Allies are:

Mayor Randall Woodfin – Honorary Ally
Deon Gordon, President, TechBirmingham
Joe Hampton, President, AL, Gulf Coast and MS, Spire
Dr. Anthony C. Hood, EVP | Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Iberia Bank
Robert Kelly, CEO, Kelly Construction
Philippe Lathrop, VP, Wealth Management Advisor, Merrill Lynch
Marcus Maples, Attorney, Baker Donelson
Jeh Jeh Pruitt, Reporter, Fox 6 WBRC
Paul Shunnarah, Founder, Gauntlet Fitness, Elite Nutrition and Fit Five Meals
Jamie Waters, Project Engineer, Alabama Power Company

In order for YWCA Central Alabama’s vision of a community in which racism is eliminated and women are empowered to truly come to life, we need partners like our YW Allies to join us in this fight. To learn more about the Allies and to attend the event, please visit allies.swell.gives. Saw’s BBQ will be catering and a cash bar will be available. A $10 minimum donation to a YW Ally’s campaign is requested.

Check out this outdoor classroom series inspired by an Avondale mural

Who's on the Wall — Know Your History mural outside of the Firehouse Community Center. Photo via Carmen Waldrop for Bham Now

If you’ve walked through Avondale recently, you’ve more than likely passed by the mural of Sun Ra, Fred Shuttlesworth, Spider Martin and Angela Davis. It’s no secret the significance the city of Birmingham played during the Civil Rights Movement. However, did you know that four of the most powerful figures during this movement have roots right here in the city of Birmingham?

Found! Original Miss Fancy rediscovered at Legion Field [PHOTOS]

Group stands around the newly discovered Miss Fancy — A part of Leslie Smukler’s crew saving Miss Fancy. Photo via Leslie Smukler

Make way—an elephant is coming through🐘. Leslie Smukler and her crew found the original 2012 statue of the beloved elephant. See how you can help restore Miss Fancy to Avondale Park.

A walk in 5 historic Birmingham neighborhoods, including Forest Park

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Birmingham, Forest Park — One of the charming buildings in Forest Park Village. Photo via Nathan Watson for Bham Now

After living in Birmingham for nearly 6 years, I’ve come to love and appreciate the beautiful historic neighborhoods throughout The Magic City. I decided to learn more about a few of my favorites (and yes, I might be biased!).

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Meet the team of Arcadia, the salon bringing style + color to Avondale

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The kind of team that makes every day a good hair day. Photo via Matthew Niblett for Bham Now

Arcadia Salon is serving up all the style and good vibes in Avondale. From its dreamy salon interior to the stylists behind the chairs, Arcadia is doing something right. Get a look inside, and get to know the team making all the magic.

Coming Soon: New Downtown Birmingham bar, sandwich shop and Jiu-Jitsu studio set to open later this year

Site of Neon Moon Bar that’s coming soon to 2nd Avenue in Downtown Birmingham. Photo by Chaise Sanders for Bham Now

What does a new downtown bar, sandwich shop and Jiu-Jitsu studio have in common? They’re all new businesses coming to Birmingham soon. We’ve got the deets on these three new concepts and can’t wait to see them open to the public.

Chef Peoples Cafe coming to the old site of Avondale’s Hot Diggity Dogs

Chef Peoples Cafe is taking over the old location of Hot Diggity Dogs. Photo by Chaise Sanders for Bham Now

Avondale’s gaining a new restaurant. Earlier this year, Hot Diggity Dogs closed its doors and left us wondering who or what will take over the space. Nine months later and our questions are finally answered. Chef Peoples Cafe is set to open later this year and we’ve got the deets.

New “Shared Space Permit” allows restaurants to expand services to sidewalk due to COVID-19

Restaurants are now able to expand their service beyond their walls. Photo via Matthew Niblett for Bham Now

On Tuesday, August 11, the Birmingham City Council voted to approve a “Shared Spaces Permit” ordinance that will allow restaurants to expand their seating to sidewalks and parking spaces in order to comply with social distancing requirements.

Welcome to the neighborhood! Spring Street Bar & Grill open now in Avondale

Look for Spring Street Bra & Grill across from Cookie Dough Magic. Photo via Spring Street Bar & Grill

Avondale is buzzing. On top of being approved to become Birmingham’s fourth entertainment district, a new relaxed eatery is now open. Get all the deets on Spring Street Bar & Grill here.

The Upstairs Comedy Series Presents: Dave Ross (Comedy Central, Drunk History, The Late Late Show)

March 25, 2020 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Avondale Brewing Company is proud to welcome comedian Dave Ross to its Upstairs Comedy Series. Dave has been featured on a slew of Comedy Central’s most popular programs like Drunk History & This Is Not Happening. He’s also performed on The Late Late Show with James Corden, and has been a guest on the popular WTF podcast with Marc Maron. The Upstairs Comedy Series, hosted by Birmingham’s own Wes Van Horn, is bringing national touring acts to downtown Birmingham.

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Date:: March 25, 2020
Time:: 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Cost:: $10
Event Categories:: Art, Beer, Comedy, Community, Concert, Featured Event, Series
Event Tags:: Avondale, Avondale Brewery, Avondale Brewing Company, Birmingham Comedy, comedy
Website:: Avondalebrewing.com/events

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Post Office Pies was named one of the best pizzerias in the U.S. Photo by Pat Byington for Bham Now

Earlier this month, Birmingham area pizzerias dominated the Big 7 Travel – 25 best places for pizza in Alabama list.

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Birmingham vintage store, Manitou Supply, begins plans to rebrand its shop

business, small business, Manitou Supply — David Brown, Luciana Giovinazzo, owners of Manitou Supply. Photo by Kristina O’Quinn for Bham Now

Everyone is making moves in the new year, including one of our favorite vintage stores, Manitou Supply. At the end of the month, the store will close its Avondale location as they move forward with plans to refresh and rebrand.

The Upstairs Comedy Series Presents: Dave Stone

January 3, 2020 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Avondale Brewing Company is proud to announce stand-up comedian Dave Stone as the next performer in its new Upstairs Comedy Series, which will bring nationally touring stand-up comics to downtown Birmingham. Hosted by comedian and Birmingham-native Wes Van Horn, the series aims to connect Birmingham comedy lovers with professional acts seen on television, in films, and more – as they tour the country. Based in Los Angeles by way of Atlanta, Dave Stone made his television debut on “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson” in 2013 and in the same year was selected to the prestigious “New Faces” roster of the Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal. Since then, he has been seen on season 8 of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing”, Viceland’s “Flophouse”, and Travel Channel’s “Cheat Day Chow Down”. When not headlining clubs across the country, Dave regularly tours with Craig Ferguson. He also can be heard voicing several characters on Adult Swim’s “Squidbillies”, co-hosting his new paranormal podcast “The Boogie Monster” with Kyle Kinane, and hosting his weekly alt-country radio show “The Gravy Boat”. The show will start at 9pm and be located upstairs. Tickets are on sale now at avondalebrewing.com. Ticket price is $10 for all advanced tickets leading up to the show day and $15 for those purchasing at the door on the day of the show.

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Date:: January 3, 2020
Time:: 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Cost:: $10 – $15
Event Categories:: Comedy, Community, Concert, Featured Event, Series, Special Event
Event Tags:: Avondale, Avondale Brewery, Avondale Brewing, Avondale Brewing Co., Avondale Brewing Company, Avondale Neighborhood, Birmingham, Birmingham Comedy, comedy, Comedy Central, concerts
Website:: avondalebrewing.com

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Birmingham, AL 35222 us + Google Map

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The Upstairs Comedy Series Presents: Billy Wayne Davis

December 5, 2019 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Avondale Brewing Company is proud to announce stand-up comedian Billy Wayne Davis as the first performer for its new Upstairs Comedy Series, which will bring nationally touring stand-up comics to downtown Birmingham. Hosted by comedian and Birmingham-native Wes Van Horn, the series aims to connect Birmingham comedy lovers with professional acts seen on television, in films, and more – as they tour the country. Initial performer Billy Wayne Davis has appeared on Conan, Last Comic Standing, WTF w/Marc Maron, voiced characters on Adult Swim’s SquidBillies, hosted a documentary for CMT, opened for Sturgill Simpson’s Living the Dream Tour, and released 2 comedy albums, “Billy Wayne Davis” & “Billy Wayne Davis: Live at Third Man Records.” Originally from Tennessee, he now resides in Los Angeles. The show will start at 8pm and be located upstairs. Tickets are on sale now at avondalebrewing.com. Ticket price is $12 for all advanced tickets leading up to the show day and $15 for those purchasing at the door on the day of the show.

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