Birmingham Christian Family Magazine

Sheepdog Seminar/A Response to Violence
2018-09-28 - 2018-09-29 | Church of the Highlands-Grandview Campus, 3630 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
This nationally recognized seminar is designed for church staff and security teams, pastors, ushers, teachers, principals and anyone concerned about the rapid increase of violence in our communities. Event addresses active shooter violence, child safety, fires, tornadoes and domestic violence. Speakers include Lt. Colonel Dave Grossman (one of the world’s foremost experts in the field of human aggression and the roots of violence and violent crime), Jimmy Meeks (retired police officer, minister and crime prevention specialist) and Carl Chinn (author and nationally recognized expert on church violence). Hosted by the Safety Ministry Alliance of Alabama at Church of the Highlands-Grandview Campus, 3630 Grandview Pkwy, 35243, Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, Saturday 8:30am-4pm. Early Registration $69. Register at www.sheepdogseminars.com. For more details, questions about the local event call 205-586-0732 or email kchughes@charter.net.

Fry-Down
2018-09-30 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Railroad Park, 1600 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 35233, United States
Hosted by the Cahaba River Society. Live music, food, climbing wall, petting zoo, educational games and more. Tickets $20, includes catfish and sides. Kids 12 and under free. Proceeds help Society to restore and protect the Cahaba River. For tickets and details visit www.frydown.com.
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Simchat Torah/Joy of the Torah Service
2018-09-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Beth Hallel Messianic Congregation, 2230 Sumpter Street, Birmingham, AL, 35226, United States

Birmingham Greek Festival
2018-10-04 - 2018-10-06 | Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 307 19th St. S, Birmingham, AL, 35233, United States
Free admission, 10:30am-10pm, hosted by Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 307 19th Street South, 35233. Purchase authentic Greek food and enjoy live music and dancing. Tours of church 10am-9pm. Festival proceeds benefit local ministries and charities, www.BhamGreekFestival.com

Southern Women’s Show
2018-10-04 - 2018-10-07 | BJCC North Exhibition Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Shopping, cooking classes and demonstrations, fashion, health, beauty and fun at the BJCC North Exhibition Hall. For tickets visit www.southernwomensshow.com. Use promo code CHRISTIANFAMILY to save $5 off adult door price.

Preseason Deer Show
2018-10-05 - 2018-10-06 | Mark’s Outdoors, 1400-B Montgomery Highway, Vestavia, AL, 35216, United States
Hosted by Mark’s Outdoors, includes staff help to make sure you are ready to bag that trophy buck plus lots of sales items and a free lunch on Saturday, October 6th. 205-822-2010, www.marksoutdoors.com.

Alabama Splash Adventure Fall Festival
2018-10-06 - 2018-10-07, 2018-10-13 - 2018-10-14, 2018-10-20 - 2018-10-21 | Alabama Splash Adventure, 4599 Splash Adventure Pkwy, Bessemer, AL, 35022, United States
Every Saturday and Sunday in October,12-6pm. Full access to over 15 amusement park rides, hay rides, corn maze, pumpkin art, and more! Different events each weekend. For more details and tickets, www.alabamasplash.com.

Fight the Bite Run Walk Wag 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run
2018-10-06 08:00 - 11:00 | Veterans Park, 4800 Valleydale Road, Birmingham, Alabama, 35242, Select a Country:
Calling all RUNNERS, WALKERS, SPONSORS, AND VOLUNTEERS!!
This will be a FUN, FAMILY EVENT! Proceeds to benefit the Alabama Lyme Disease Association!
🏅 5K is chipped timed
🏅 Cash Prizes
🏅 Dogs Welcome
🏅 55″ Smart TV Give Away (among other things)
🏅 Virtual Race Option
🏅 Expo
🏅 Food Trucks!!!

Can’t walk or run? Be a sponsor. Can’t be a sponsor? There are MANY opportunities to volunteer. Can’t volunteer? Donate. NO amount is too small.
Hope to see you there!!!

Revelation Walk
2018-10-06 19:00 - 22:30, 2018-10-13 19:00 - 22:30, 2018-10-20 19:00 - 22:30 | Eden Westside Baptist Church, 223 Wolf Creek Road N, Pell City, AL, 35125, United States
Outdoor walk through dramatization of the end time. Based on book of Revelation and hosted by Eden Westside Baptist. For reservations or more details call 205-338-7711, ext. 249. Walk ups welcome. $10 Donation suggested. Oct. 6 and 26, special admission: 2 for 1. Walking shoes recommended. Not recommended for children under 10 years of age. Concessions and t-shirts available for purchase. Childcare is not provided.

Whispers from the Past
2018-10-08 10:00 - 17:30 | Aldridge Gardens, 3530 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL, 35216, United States
A Native American experience. $15 admission for adults, $10 students (kids 3 and under free), $10 seniors (65 or older) & veterans. Take a trip back in time to rediscover the contributions and the culture of native Alabamians. Demonstrations, presentations, vendors and hands on activities, www.aldridgegardens.com, 205-682-8019.

Bridges of Hope Golf Tournament
2018-10-10 11:00 - 18:30 | Robert Trent Jones Oxmoor Valley, 100 SunBelt Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35211, United States
Benefits the ministries of Brother Bryan Mission. 11am registration and lunch, Noon shotgun start, 5pm awards reception. Free range balls and lunch provided with registration. To learn more and sign up visit www.bbmission.com/2018-bridges-to-hope-charity-golf-tournament/ or call 205-322-0092.

3rd Annual Slapshot Shootout
2018-10-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Ballantrae Golf Club, 1300 Ballantrae Golf Club Dr., Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
-Four Person Scramble Format Golf Tournament
-Cost: $400 per team (register at www.pelhamhockey.net) or $105 individual (register by emailing ehudson@pelhamalabama.gov)
-Registration Includes: Free range balls, greens fee, cart rental, lunch buffet included
-Prizes: Hole in One Prizes at each Par 3, Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin

Fall Luncheon featuring Pianist Jon-Michael Ogletree
2018-10-11 11:30 - 13:00 | AL
A top 100 contestant on America’s Got Talent and a Samford alum, Jon-Michael Ogletree is a self-described “little person pianist.” Performing professionally since the age of 7, he plays a variety of hymns, worship songs, Broadway tunes, jazz and more. Jon-Michael’s God-given talent and personal story will amaze and encourage all who attend the 11:30am luncheon at Vestavia Country Club.
For reservations go to www.samford.edu/leagacyleague/events
Proceeds will help provide life-changing scholarships to Samford University students with significant financial need and challenging circumstances.

Taste of Hoover
2018-10-11 17:00 - 20:00 | Aldridge Gardens, 3530 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL, 35216, United States
Stroll through Aldridge Gardens listening to live entertainment by The Birmingham Heritage Band and sample dishes from some of Hoover’s best restaurants and the Gardens’ preferred caterers. $50 non-member $45 (member of Aldridge Gardens), www.aldridgegardens.com.

Volunteer Training Sav-A-Life Vestavia
2018-10-15 18:00 - 20:30, 2018-10-18 18:00 - 20:30, 2018-10-22 18:00 - 20:30 | Sav-A-Life, Vestavia, 1480 McGuire Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35216, United States
Trained volunteers serve as peer counselors, mentors, parenting class instructors, receptionists, baby boutique servers and more. Becoming a volunteer includes an application process, classroom training and shadowing. Oct 15,18,22 and 29 is classroom training from 6-8:30pm. Shadowing is by appointment. To learn more call 205-979-0302 or email courtneycannon@savalife.org.”

Halloween Spooktacular
2018-10-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Costume plus food bank item equals admission to the Children’s Hands On Museum, Tuscaloosa. Also buy carnival game tickets for prizes at event, www.chomonline.org.

YWCA Domestic Violence Awareness Walk
2018-10-18 18:00 - 20:00 | YWCA of Central Alabama, 309 23rd Street North, Birmingham, 35203, United States
The YWCA of Central Alabama will hold a walk and vigil honoring victims of domestic violence. The walk will start at the YWCA of Central Alabama at 309 23rd Street North, and go seven blocks to the 16th Street Baptist Church where we will read the names of this year’s victims. Seven blocks represents the minimum number of times it may take a woman to flee an abusive relationship. Unfortunately, Birmingham has the highest rate of domestic violence in the state. In 2017, there 596 felony DV cases and 4,919 misdemeanor cases.
The YWCA will provide purple ribbons for everyone to wear for the event and candles will be provided.
The YWCA provides emergency shelter both here and in St. Clair County for victims of domestic violence, manage a 24/7 crisis hotline, 205.322.HURT (4878), provide court advocacy and group counseling for those in need. We are also the only provider for supervised visitation in Jefferson County, which is often necessary in DV cases.

Merry Market 2018
2018-10-19 - 2018-10-20 | Gardendale Civic Center, 857 Main St., Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
Shopping extravaganza with unique vendors, Merry Market Cafe and Sweet Shoppe. Admission $5. Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-3pm.Saturday 10am-Noon Cookies with Characters including Mickey, Minnie and more. Hosted by Just Keep Smiling. Proceeds from event assist families with children in medical crisis, www.justkeepsmiling.org.

25th Anniversary Gala
2018-10-19 18:00 - 22:00 | Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, 6030 Barber Motorsports Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35094, United States
Join us as the Women’s Service Board hosts our 15th annual Harvest of Hope as Cornerstone will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a gala. Bid on art from our students and local artists, an exquisite selection of jewelry, accessories, and gift cards from local businesses along with one-of-a-kind collector’s items. Guests will enjoy cocktails, live music by Eric Essix, dancing, heavy hors d’oeuvres and a brief program highlighting Cornerstone’s successes over the past 25 years.
We are proud to announce this year’s honoree is Mr. Tommy Brigham. Tommy has served on the Cornerstone Board of Directors for many years and is a long-time supporter of Cornerstone School. We will also recognize the 2018 Volunteer of the Year, Mrs. Katherine Robertson.
As always, 100% of the proceeds will directly benefit over 570 students at Cornerstone Schools of Alabama.
Cornerstone Schools of Alabama is a non-profit, Christian school that serves inner city students in grades K4-12. Cornerstone goes beyond education to inspire and empower students to glorify God. Cornerstone challenges students academically while developing their character and growing their faith.
Cocktail Attire – Valet Service Available – The museum will be open to guests to tour during the evening.
To purchase tickets or for partnership information, please click here to visit our website or contact Logan Heim at lheim@csalabama.org or 205-769-0034.

The Human Body
2018-10-20 10:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Creep on down to the Children’s Hands on Museum in Tuscaloosa to explore the human body. Make your own x-ray, create a spinal cord and more! Activities included in admission. Admission under 1 year free, 1-64 years $9, 65 plus $8, www.chomonline.org.

Forge Breast Cancer Survivor Center Gardening Class Presents: Composting
2018-10-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Birmingham Botancial Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, AL, 35223, United States
Composting is nature’s way of recycling with numerous benefits: it enriches soil, helps retain moisture and suppresses plant diseases and pests; reduces the need for chemical fertilizers; reduces methane emissions from landfills; and lowers your carbon footprint. As composting can build a foundation for soil health, we will also discuss how to build a foundation for survivor health. You will also make a compost bin to take home! Come and learn all about the benefits of composting, micro and macronutrients and safe lifting techniques to use with your new compost bin. To reserve your place, we request a $5 reservation fee. Scholarships are available; for more information please contact Forge at 205-838-6159. Hosted by Forge Breast Cancer Survivor Center, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, and Birmingham Botanical Gardens; Forge’s monthly classes are for anyone who has ever been diagnosed with breast cancer, as well as their loved ones and the healthcare professionals that serve them.

Taste of the Magic City benefiting M-POWER Ministries
2018-10-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Birmingham Botancial Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, AL, 35223, United States
M-POWER Ministries invites you to one of the tastiest nights in town! The eighth annual Taste of the Magic City presented by ProAssurance is taking place Thursday, Oct. 25 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Joining us for this special culinary event means you’ll get to taste and sample some of the best local fare that Birmingham has to offer, all while giving back to M-POWER’s health and educational outreach programs. Attendees will enjoy flavors from over 20 local establishments, live music and a silent auction. Early bird tickets are available for $35 up until the day of the event, where they can be purchased at the door for $40. Tickets are available at https://tasteofthemagiccity.instagift.com/.
Taste of the Magic City will feature culinary experts and restaurants from the Birmingham area, such as Ashley Mac’s, B&A Warehouse, Black Sheep Kitchen, The Bright Star, Chicken Salad Chick, Clere Kitchen, Cookie Dough Magic, Dinner Period, East 59 Vintage & Café, Holler and Dash, Jim N’ Nick’s, Lette Macarons, Little Savannah Restaurant and Bar, Millie Ray & Sons, Mis’ Rubin’s Seasonings, Red Diamond Coffee & Tea, Spoon & Ladle Soup Co., Taco Morro Loco, Tre Luna Catering, Tropicaleo, Vino and Yo Mama’s Restaurant.

Finding Inner Stillness through the Jesus Prayer
2018-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | St. George Church, 425 16th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 35205, United States

Here Am I Haiti Golf Scramble
2018-10-26 07:00 - 12:00 | Mountain View Golf Club, 3200 Mountain View Drive, Graysville, 35073, United States
Benefits Here Am I Haiti ministry. Learn more and sign up at www.hereamihaiti.org, 205-410-6508.
