Birmingham Christian Family Magazine

Calera Main Street Presents First Friday
2021-03-05 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Calera Main Street, 7901 Highway 31, Calera, AL, 35040, United States
Join Calera Main Street as we present our First Friday! Each month, we will showcase local vendors, artisans, musicians, food trucks, and specials from our Main Street merchants! Bring the entire family out for a fun evening in Historic Downtown Calera.
Like and follow Calera Main Street Presents First Friday for news and updates!

Junior League of Birmingham's Diaper & Feminine Product Drive
2021-03-06 08:00 - 11:00 | junior league of birmingham, 2212 20th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 35223, United States
Taking place Saturday, March 6 from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Junior League Building (2212 20th Ave. South, Birmingham, Ala. 35223), the Diaper Bank will be collecting diapers, feminine products and women’s undergarments in honor of Women’s History Month. It is a drive-through event and volunteers will take products from cars. Participants will be entered in a drawing for a prize. The link for the Amazon wish list can be found here.
With nearly 2,200 members providing 55,000-plus volunteer hours annually across 40 community projects and $1M in direct funding to the Birmingham community, the JLB’s mission is to promote volunteerism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. For more information on 100 Acts of Service or the Junior League of Birmingham, click here.

DISCERN // Live Not By Lies: The Church in a Post-Christian Culture
2021-03-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Christ the King Anglican Church, 2250 Blue Ridge Blvd, Hoover, AL, 35226, United States
This year we are celebrating Tactical Faith‘s 10th Anniversary! We are excited to present to you Rod Dreher and Peter Leithart on Thursday, March 11th, 7-8:30 p.m., at Christ the King Anglican Church. DISCERN // Live Not By Lies: The Church in a Post-Christian Culture. Tickets are only $20! Because of your support we have been able to bring these guys to Birmingham! Click here to purchase your ticket now! The first *20* people to register for the event will receive a signed copy of “Live Not By Lies” by Rod Dreher.

STEPS Proactive Parenting "Launch and Learn"
2021-03-15 18:00 - 2021-03-16 12:00 | AL, United States
This is a must-see virtual event if you are a parent of teenagers or pre-teens and want to learn how to help them navigate those years safely and happily rather than facing danger from issues such as substance abuse. In just one hour, you will learn:

Preparation for helping kids navigate challenges confronting teenagers today.
Awareness of the issues teenagers will face and what you can do to help.
Connection to helpful resources that will benefit parents and their kids.
Education on how teenagers can thrive and how to prevent addiction.
Steps to make a difference in your family, organization, and community.

You will hear exciting new announcements of resources and programs for parents and organizations that include parents. Plus, you’ll have an opportunity for a limited-time free program, so register now because slots for the virtual events are limited. Read more about the virtual events here.
Register for either March 15 at 6 PM or March 16 at Noon: StepsProactiveParenting.com/PacesFreeWebinar

Virtual Big Little Bash Facebook Live Concert w/ Daniel O'Donnell
2021-03-18 17:30 - 19:00 | AL
Celebrate with your little! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham is hosting a Facebook Live Concert with Daniel O’Donnell on March 18 at 5:30 p.m. There will be a Virtual Big Little Bash! How to enter the raffle:
1. Tune into the Facebook Live Concert
2. Share a picture in your Facebook or Instagram Story of you and your loved ones enjoying the show
3. Tag @BBBSBHM in your post
Enter to win (2) One Hour Passes to Civil Axe Throwing or a $50 Gift Card to Amazon

The Two-Man @ Timberline
2021-03-27 11:00 - 17:00 | Timberline Golf Club, 300 Timberline Trl, Calera, AL, 35040, United States
Calling golfers of all skills levels, ages 18+! Come join the Birmingham Local Tour, presented by Step by Step Golf, where golfers of all skill levels experience life on tour and life changing fellowship. This is event #2 of 5 and it will be a two-man team scramble. Awards given for both gross and net scores. You will experience first tee announcements, live scoring, and much more. We will play by USGA rules, with a few small modifications to increase the enjoyment and pace of play for all golfers. Lunch is included, along with a short fellowship time prior to the first tee time. Join the tour and come play with us. You’ll have a blast. Learn more here. (Golfers not required to play in all five events.)

Birmingham Boys Choir Open Auditions Now in Progress
2021-04-01 08:00 - 2021-04-30 17:00 | Birmingham Boys Choir, 2025 Kentucky Avenue, Suite D, Birmingham, AL, 35216, United States
Do you know a boy who is interested in music and singing? The Birmingham Boys Choir is currently holding open auditions for its 2021-22 season. To schedule an audition, visit our website: www.birminghamboyschoir.org/auditions.

Calera Main Street Presents First Friday
2021-04-02 17:00 - 20:00, 2021-05-07 17:00 - 20:00, 2021-06-04 17:00 - 20:00, 2021-07-02 17:00 - 20:00 | Calera Main Street, 7901 Highway 31, Calera, AL, 35040, United States
Join Calera Main Street as we present our First Friday! Each month, we will showcase local vendors, artisans, musicians, food trucks, and specials from our Main Street merchants! Bring the entire family out for a fun evening in Historic Downtown Calera.
Like and follow Calera Main Street Presents First Friday for news and updates!
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, bring a food truck, or play live music, please email us at: calerafirstfriday@gmail.com

The Big Hunt @ Clearbranch UMC
2021-04-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Clearbranch Methodist, 8051 Glenn Rd, Trussville, AL, 35173, United States
Join Clearbranch United Methodist Church on Saturday, April 3 from 2pm – 4pm for an afternoon out by the lake! There will be egg hunts, scavenger hunts, live music, the Easter Bunny, and more! Save time at the gate and pre-register here.
Schedule of Events:
2-4 p.m.- 5th Grade Scavenger Hunt (come & go)
2:30 p.m.- Preschool Egg Hunt
3 p.m.- 5K – 2nd Grade Egg Hunt
3:30 p.m.- 3rd & 4th Egg Hunt

Easter Sunday @ Meadow Brook Baptist Church
2021-04-04 06:30 - 11:00 | Meadow Brook Baptist Church, 4984 Meadow Brook Rd., Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
Join Meadow Brook Baptist Church for Easter Sunday Services!
6:30 a.m. Sunrise Service
8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., or 11 a.m. or online at www.meadowbrookbaptist.org.

Easter at Indian Springs First Baptist
2021-04-04 09:00 - 11:30 | Indian Springs First Baptist Church, 3375 Cahaba Valley Rd, Pelham , AL, 35124, United States
Celebrate Easter at Indian Springs First Baptist Church! We have a place for you!
Sunday School classes begin at 9:00am.

Adults age 50 and under meet in the Music Room and adults age 50 and older meet in the Fellowship Hall.
Youth will begin with breakfast in the Youth Building.
Children will learn the glorious story of Jesus through resurrection eggs in the Children’s Area.

Don’t miss special music from our children and Praise Team during the Worship Service at 10:30am.
Our sanctuary is comfortably set up for social distancing. Please wear a mask upon entering the building and until you are seated.
Visit our website, email us at indianspringschurch@gmail.com, or call the church office at (205) 988-3662 Monday – Thursday from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. for more information.

Family Fun Day Helena
2021-04-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Helena Amphitheatre, 4151 Helena Road, Helena, AL, 35080, United States
10am-2pm Helena Amphitheatre, 4151 Helena Rd. Arts & crafts, music & entertainment, food trucks, games, prizes, www.centralalabamawellness.org.

Sozo Children Spring Golf Tournament
2021-04-17 | Limestone Springs Golf Club, 3000 Colonial Drive, Oneonta, AL, 35121
Enjoy 18 holes of golf benefitting the ministry of Sozo Children—a Birmingham-based Christian ministry serving vulnerable children in Uganda, Africa. Registration is now open for teams and corporate sponsorships. Visit www.sozochildren.org/spring-golf for more information. Check-in begins at 11:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 1:00 p.m. Awards, raffle and hors d’oeuvres to follow.

One Day Mentor Training Day
2021-04-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Vineyard Family Services, 2834-J Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Hosted by Vineyard Family Services 9am-4pm(includes lunch), 2834- J Pelham Parkway, 35124. Seeking caring adults that will invest in mentoring at-risk kids in community. Must be willing to have one home visit and pass a background check. To learn more and register contact Derick Williams, derickwillvfs@gmail.com, www.vfsdads.com.
Read more about this program here.

Montevallo Arts Fest
2021-04-17 10:00 - 17:00 | Orr Park, Park Drive, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
Visit Orr Park, Park Drive, Montevallo, 35115, from 10am-5pm to browse everything from pottery to woodcrafts, printmaking to painting, and jewelry to glass from artists and artisans. Kids activities, balloon animals, food trucks and live music. Read more here. Free admission, learn more on Facebook or www.montevalloarts.com.

Benefit Concert with Mark Schultz
2021-04-23 18:00 - 20:30 | CrossPoint Church, 8000 Liles Lane, Trussville, AL, 35173, United States
Join us for an evening with Dove Award-Winning Contemporary Christian music artist, Mark Schultz as he shares his adoption story and leads us in an amazing night of worship. All proceeds from this event go to St Clair Savalife. For ticket sales and more information, visit www.SavalifeConcert.com.

Glow on the Green Golf Tournament
2021-04-30 16:00 - 22:00 | Highland Park Gold Course, 3300 Highland Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35205, United States
The 7th annual Glow on the Green will be held on Friday, April 30th at Highland Park Golf Course. This one-of-a-kind event features 18 holes of golf. 9 holes are played during the afternoon, with a break for dinner and fun, and 9 holes are played as the sun sets over Birmingham.
For 47 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham has seen first-hand the impact that a positive role model can have on Birmingham youth. Research has shown that youth who have a caring mentor are less likely to use drugs, less likely to skip school, and more likely to attend college. This year, Big Brothers Big Sisters’ goal is to serve 1,300 children in our community. You can be a part of helping BBBS reach this goal by attending or becoming a sponsor of Glow on the Green.
You have the opportunity to support this exciting event in Birmingham while helping change a life for the better, forever.

Friday Nights at the Cove
2021-04-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Owl’s Cove Park, 737 Main Street, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
Join us in beautiful downtown Montevallo for Friday Nights at the Cove at Owl’s Cove Park (737 Main Street, Montevallo, AL, 35115)! Each event will feature a different musician and food truck. This kid-friendly, free admission event is the perfect way to kick off your weekend.
Our 2021 events will be held on the last Friday of the month: April 30, May 28, June 25, and July 30. Bring a chair or picnic blanket and make yourself at home on Main Street! Social distancing is encouraged at this event, and masks are requested as you move about the park to find your seat. The music begins at 6:30 PM!
– April 30: Cam Spinks is our featured musician! This Montevallo native and authentic Southern singer-songwriter was recently featured on Season 18 of “The Voice.”
– May 28: DRUM the Program will bring an evening of interactive West African drumming and dancing.
– June 25: Miss Kim pays tribute to the “Queen of Soul” Aretha Franklin with a special show!
– July 30: Red Hot Rodeo wraps up our concert series with an evening of vintage Country and Western music. Shine up your boots and get ready to hear your favorite hits from Dolly, Johnny, Loretta, Waylon, Patsy, Willie, and so many more! Sponsored by Bradford Real Estate Group.

SafeShelby Wellness Trail
2021-05-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Veteran’s Park Alabaster, 7305 Highway 119, Alabaster, AL, 35007, United States
Visit a variety of health and wellness booths to learn new approaches to conquer your health concerns and find new ways to enhance your physical fitness, financial wellness, safety, and nutrition. Event takes place on May 1 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Veteran’s Park Alabaster, 7305 Hwy 119, 35007. Learn more here.

Free Admission
Food Trucks
Free Health Screenings
Physical & Behavioral Health
LifeSouth Blood Drive
Exercise Demonstrations

Sozo Children Run for a Reason 5K
2021-05-05 08:00 - 2021-05-15 17:00 | AL
Proceeds raised will be used to support Sozo’s mission of empowering vulnerable children to become thriving leaders for Jesus Christ. The virtual 5K will be held the week of May 9-15–celebrating Sozo’s 11th anniversary on May 13, 2010.
Whether you plan on running the entire 5K (3.1miles), jogging, walking, skipping, or maybe even practicing your dance walk–we hope you will join in and get moving for Sozo Children! Create your own route in your neighborhood, at a nearby trail, or knock it out on your treadmill. Use your favorite fitness tracker or app to track your distance. Help us share the word by nominating 5 of your friends on social media to join in on the fun! Make sure to tag @sozochildren.

Free Shredding & E-Waste Recycling
2021-05-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Have old electronics you need to discard? Gone For Good will be on-site from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. to recycle them for free for you at the Celebrate the Family Expo on May 8, 2021! They will also shred for free your unwanted documents. As you recycle you will also be helping to support United Ability, formerly UCP of Greater Birmingham. Gone For Good accepts paper, file folders, CDs, paperclips, binder clips, and staples. For electronics, Gone For Good generally accepts computer-related items – hard drives, flat-screen monitors, keyboards/mice, printers, etc. If it’s used in a home office, it will be accepted. Items NOT accepted include: Tubular/Projection monitors or televisions; medical equipment/waste, including dental molds; kitchen/household appliances; medication/pill bottles; computer hard drives must be documented by a GFG staff member. Hard drives are physically shredded using an Alleghney 5HD3 machine and then recycled. Read more about Gone For Good here.

Alabama Record Collectors Association 40th Annual Record & CD Show
2021-05-14 14:00 - 2021-05-15 17:00 | Gardendale Civic Center,, 857 Main Street., Birmingham, AL, United States
The Alabama Record Collectors Association proudly presents the 40th Annual Record & CD Show on Friday May 14 & Saturday May 15 at the Main Exhibition Hall of Gardendale Civic Center. Show hours are 2pm-8pm on Friday and 9am-5pm on Saturday. Regular Admission is $5 per day. A special $10 Early-Bird Admission is available on Friday beginning at 11am. Find more information at www.alabamarecordcollectors.org.

Friday Nights at the Cove
2021-05-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Owl’s Cove Park, 737 Main Street, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
Join us in beautiful downtown Montevallo for Friday Nights at the Cove at Owl’s Cove Park (737 Main Street, Montevallo, AL, 35115)! Each event will feature a different musician and food truck. This kid-friendly, free admission event is the perfect way to kick off your weekend.
Our 2021 events will be held on the last Friday of the month: May 28, June 25, and July 30. Bring a chair or picnic blanket and make yourself at home on Main Street! Social distancing is encouraged at this event, and masks are requested as you move about the park to find your seat. The music begins at 6:30 PM!
– May 28: DRUM the Program will bring an evening of interactive West African drumming and dancing.
– June 25: Miss Kim pays tribute to the “Queen of Soul” Aretha Franklin with a special show!
– July 30: Red Hot Rodeo wraps up our concert series with an evening of vintage Country and Western music. Shine up your boots and get ready to hear your favorite hits from Dolly, Johnny, Loretta, Waylon, Patsy, Willie, and so many more! Sponsored by Bradford Real Estate Group.

Birmingham Boys Choir 43rd Annual Spring Concert
2021-06-01 19:00 - 20:00 | AL
Tune in to enjoy the 43rd Annual Spring Concert, virtual edition, Tuesday, June 1 at 7:00 pm. The boys have been working hard in rehearsals and are eager to perform for you. While the traditional in person concerts are missed, the choir members are thankful to present the video edition which will include selections from all of the ensembles and special recognition of promoting 8th graders and graduating seniors. Click here view this special musical offering.

2021 Pell City Hometown Block Party
2021-06-05 15:00 - 21:00 | Pell City City Hall, 1905 1st Ave N, Pell City, AL, 35125, United States
Enjoy live music, food and vendors, kids activities and a car show at Pell City’s Hometown Block Party on June 5 from 3pm-9pm. Visit www.pellcitychamber.com to learn more.

Friday Nights at the Cove
2021-06-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Owl’s Cove Park, 737 Main Street, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
Join us in beautiful downtown Montevallo for Friday Nights at the Cove at Owl’s Cove Park (737 Main Street, Montevallo, AL, 35115)! Each event will feature a different musician and food truck. This kid-friendly, free admission event is the perfect way to kick off your weekend.
Our 2021 events will be held on the last Friday of the month: June 25, and July 30. Bring a chair or picnic blanket and make yourself at home on Main Street! Social distancing is encouraged at this event, and masks are requested as you move about the park to find your seat. The music begins at 6:30 PM!
– June 25: Miss Kim pays tribute to the “Queen of Soul” Aretha Franklin with a special show!
– July 30: Red Hot Rodeo wraps up our concert series with an evening of vintage Country and Western music. Shine up your boots and get ready to hear your favorite hits from Dolly, Johnny, Loretta, Waylon, Patsy, Willie, and so many more! Sponsored by Bradford Real Estate Group.

Mark Harvard Podcast LIVE at Main Street Italian Bistro in Springville
2021-07-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Main Street Italian Bistro, 6470 US-11, Springville, AL, 35146, United States
On Tuesday, July 13, long time radio host and Christian broadcaster Mark Harvard will be doing a rare LIVE recording of his podcast, The Mark Harvard Podcast, at Main Street Italian Bistro in Springville. The public is invited out to be a part of this event beginning at 6pm as Mark talks about pop culture, current events, uplifting stories and engages the crowd in the fun! Weather permitting, the action will be in the courtyard with fun for the entire family. Be there Tuesday, July 13 for a special LIVE recording of the Mark Harvard Podcast at Main Street Italian Bistro in Springville!
