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SUMMARY:Tinglewood Festival
DESCRIPTION:Alabama’s premier\, all-woodworking art festival will celebrate “Shavings\, Smoke\, and Sound” during its 7th year in Montevallo’s Orr Park on September 6\, 2025. This All Star Shelby County Tourism and Recreation Award winning event will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. \nEnjoy a uniquely Montevallo event with live chainsaw wood carving\, woodworking artist vendors\, Tim Tingle’s Whittling Contest\, and a wooden boat race. Festival-goers will find everything from knives\, wooden bowls\, vases\, jewelry\, and toys\, to handcrafted furniture\, bird houses\, ornaments\, and more! There will also be a classic car show—the 23rd Annual Cars by the Creek—a variety of children’s activities\, and food vendors on site. Returning will be a showcase of International Harvester antique tractors called “Tractors in the Trees.” Live music runs all day during the festival with a wide variety of styles including jazz\, neo-soul\, bluegrass\, and country. Musical acts include the Montevallo High School Jazz Band\, Swanglish\, the Allen Tolbert Unit\, and Michael Warren! \nThe chainsaw carving exhibition will include a panel of well-known artists. Returning carvers include Corey Lancaster of Princeton\, North Carolina; Dave Marshalek of Shelbyville\, Tennessee; Dayton Scoggins of Heidelberg\, Mississippi; and Justin Bailey of Alabaster\, Alabama. New this year\, we will welcome Corey Worden from Wetumpka\, Alabama! Artwork created during the festival will be available for purchase. The fifteen freshly-completed sculptures will be available for a “Buy it now” price. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to local non-profits Boys & Girls Club\, Montevallo Athletic Club\, and Shelby Emergency Assistance. \nChildren’s activities will include a “make and take” art project provided by Living River\, the “Balloon Guy\,” Dr. Bob’s Traveling Snake Show\, inflatables courtesy of JAC’s Rentals\, a petting zoo courtesy of Cahaba Critters\, games with the Boys & Girls Club\, Music with Mr. Mac\, Mr. Larry’s Magic Show\, Alabama Wildlife Birds of Prey Show\, and more. Adults are invited to play too–Alabama Axe Throwing will be on site. \nTinglewood Festival is inspired by a special section of Orr Park\, where local artist Tim Tingle has carved faces and creatures into the dead parts of living cedar trees since a fateful ice storm in 1993. The festival is organized by the Montevallo Chamber of Commerce\, Montevallo Main Street\, and the Montevallo Arts Collaborative as a signature event for the City of Montevallo. \nFor more information\, visit tinglewoodfestival.com\, or visit the “Tinglewood Festival” Facebook Page.
URL:https://birminghamchristian.com/event/tinglewood-festival-5/
LOCATION:Orr Park\, Park Drive\, Montevallo\, AL\, 35115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:InToto's "Our Voices" Community Arts Showcase
DESCRIPTION:InToto invites you to “Our Voices” for an evening that celebrates the healing power of creativity and community on Tuesday September 9. “Our Voices” features visual art\, live poetry readings and musical performances from InToto’s participating artists across our 5 partnering organizations:\n*Firehouse Shelter for men*Pathways Home shelter for women and children*Faith Chapel Care Center serving people navigating housing insecurity*The 1920 Club for people in recovery from mental illness*Birmingham VA serving veterans\nEnjoy an art sale from 6-9pm and live performances starting at 7pm. This free\, all-ages event welcomes the entire community! Guests will enjoy complimentary refreshments. Donations are encouraged on a pay-what-you-can basis and will contribute to sustaining InToto’s mission of providing transformative arts experiences that inspire resilience and belonging for so many in our city who lack the resources and access to outlets for expression\, connection\, and healing. We invite you to open your eyes\, ears\, and hearts in support of these talented artists and storytellers. 80% of art sales will go directly to the creators. The remaining proceeds\, plus any donations from the evening will support InToto’s healing arts programs for veterans and people navigating homeless and poverty\, mental illness\, and disability.
URL:https://birminghamchristian.com/event/intotos-our-voices-community-arts-showcase/
LOCATION:Avenue D Events\, 3008 4th Ave S\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="InToto Creative Arts":MAILTO:dani@intotocreativearts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T173000
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SUMMARY:Pooches on the Patio at Vino
DESCRIPTION:It’s pawty time! Bring your furry friends and enjoy an evening of delectable Mediterranean cuisine and more while supporting the Greater Birmingham Humane Society (GBHS). Pooches on the Patio\, hosted by Vino\, will be from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. For reservations and more information\, visit www.vinobirmingham.com or call 205-870-8404. Bone appétit!
URL:https://birminghamchristian.com/event/pooches-on-the-patio-at-vino-2/
LOCATION:Vino\, 1930 Cahaba Road\, Mountain Brook\, AL\, 35223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T180000
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DTSTAMP:20250821T205339Z
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SUMMARY:Inaugural Tulip Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join The Parkinson Association of Alabama for their Inaugural Tulip Gala on September 18 starting at 6 p.m. at The Country Club of Birmingham. This event will be an unforgettable evening dedicated to raising critical funds for the thousands of Alabama families affected by Parkinson’s disease. \nTogether\, we’ll raise hope and critical funds for Alabama families living with Parkinson’s disease. The night will include a cocktail reception\, an elegant seated dinner\, live and silent auctions\, a wine pull\, raffle\, and unforgettable music by Dr. Harrison Walker and Cooper & Johnson Trent. Black tie optional. Learn more at tulipgala.org.
URL:https://birminghamchristian.com/event/inaugural-tulip-gala/
LOCATION:The Country Club of Birmingham\, 3325 Country Club Rd\, Mountain Brook\, AL\, 35213\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T080000
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SUMMARY:16th Annual Head Over Teal 5K/10K Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Honor survivors\, show your support\, and raise awareness for GYN cancers by joining Laura Crandall Brown Foundation (LCBF) on Saturday\, September 20\, 2025 as we proudly host our 16th annual Head Over Teal 5K/10K and Family Fun Day in the beautiful Hoover Preserve neighborhood. Create your own FUNdraising page or lead a team of supporters when you sign up to participate. Runners and walkers can honor survivors and remember those who fought GYN cancer by participating in the 5K/10K\, joining us for our pet-friendly fall festival themed day\, or by selecting the “sleep in” option. Enjoy free refreshments both before and after the race including\, but not limited to coffee\, breakfast sandwiches\, beer\, and pizza. Lead race times will be eligible for a Trak Shak gift card. Family friendly fall festival activities include live music\, engaging booths from around the community\, face painting\, pumpkin decorating\, crazy hair\, and more. Share photos of family support\, connect with other participants\, and engage the foundation virtually by using the hashtags #headoverteal and #headoverteal2025\, and by following us on social media at Facebook @LCBFoundation\, Instagram at lcbfoundation\, Vimeo at Laura Crandall Brown Foundation\, and Flickr at Laura Crandall Brown Foundation. Learn more and register at thinkoflaura.org/headoverteal. All proceeds go to support LCBF’s mission of early detection research\, awareness education\, and financial support services for GYN cancer patients and their families.
URL:https://birminghamchristian.com/event/16th-annual-head-over-teal-5k-10k-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:Hoover Preserve Town Hall\, 601 Preserve Parkway\, Hoover\, AL\, 35226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Crandall Brown Foundation":MAILTO:info@thinkoflaura.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T120000
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SUMMARY:Fiesta 2025
DESCRIPTION:Fiesta\, Alabama’s largest celebration of Hispanic culture\, will mark its 23rd annual festival on Saturday\, September 27\, from noon to 8 p.m. at Linn Park in Birmingham. The event showcases the richness of Hispanic heritage through music\, dance\, art\, food\, and cultural exhibits. Since its founding in 2003\, Fiesta has drawn thousands from across the Southeast\, offering both entertainment and education about the vibrant Hispanic community in Alabama. The festival will feature five distinct villages—Cultural\, Food\, Health & Wellness\, Community\, and Sponsor—each offering unique experiences\, from authentic cuisine to health resources and community engagement. Alongside its lively performances and family-friendly attractions\, Fiesta continues its long-standing mission of supporting education\, having awarded more than $150\,000 in scholarships to Hispanic and Latino students over the past two decades.
URL:https://birminghamchristian.com/event/fiesta-2025/
LOCATION:Linn Park\, 710 20th Street North\, Birmingham\, AL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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