Rosh HaShana/Yom Teruah (Feast of Trumpets): Tashlich
2017-09-21 10:30 - 12:00 UTC | Beth Hallel, 2230 Sumpter St, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Yom Teruah (Feast of Trumpets) is a day when we focus on repentance and making changes that will lead to a new year that is pleasing to G-d. Yom Teruah is the first of the Yamim NoRaim (10 Days of Awe), the last of which is Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement). We look forward with anticipation to the day when the shofar will sound, signaling Messiah’s return and the gathering of those who are united with Him.

45th Annual Birmingham Greek Festival
2017-09-21 10:30 - 22:00, 2017-09-22 10:30 - 22:00, 2017-09-23 10:30 - 22:00 UTC | Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 307 19th St. S, Birmingham, AL, 35233, United States
FREE admission and parking, great food, live music and dancing!

Rosh HaShana/Yom Teruah (Feast of Trumpets): Yom Rosh HaShana
2017-09-21 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Beth Hallel, 2230 Sumpter St, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States

Urban Ministry's Table of Hope
2017-09-21 17:30 - 20:30 UTC | Florentine, 2101 2nd Ave North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Urban Ministry Hosts Table of Hope featuring “Woodlawn” star and Alabama football standout Caleb Castille
Birmingham, AL—Urban Ministry is pleased to announce that “Woodlawn” actor and former University of Alabama football standout Caleb Castille will keynote our annual Table of Hope fundraiser on Thursday, September 21st bringing his special message of hope and motivation. Table of Hope is Urban Ministry’s signature fundraiser featuring fine dining, inspirational speaking, and a silent auction all against the beautiful backdrop of The Historic Florentine and the best of Birmingham’s community gathered to support the programs and outreach of Urban Ministry. Individual tickets are $150. Tables are available for corporations and organizations to purchase for $1,500. Sponsorship opportunities are also an option. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for silent auction bidding to begin in the café. Dinner will be served at 6:45 p.m. in the ballroom where Caleb Castille will speak.
For more information or interview requests please email angela@urban-ministry.org.

8th Annual Head Over Teal 5K/10K/Family Fall Festival
2017-09-23 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | The Preserve, 601 Preserve Way, Hoover, AL, 35226, United States
Includes games, children’s inflatables, face painting, crafts, and more!
Register for run at www.ThinkOfLaura.org/HeadOverTeal, discounted price if register before September 10th.

Art in the Gardens
2017-09-23 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | Aldridge Gardens, 3530 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL, 35216, United States
Stroll through Aldridge Gardens in Hoover and see the works of some of the best artists in the country and shop! Artisans compete for category and best of show awards in juried open-air show that features only Alabama artists. Includes woodworking, jewelry, glass, sculpture, painting, watercolor, photography, drawing, clay, printmaking, and mixed media. Food available for purchase. Your $5 per person entry fee supports the arts at Aldridge Gardens – visitors younger than 16 get in free. Off-site parking shuttles available at Bed Bath & Beyond parking area on Lorna Rd.

Super September
2017-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Glennwood Baptist Church, 1929 Glennwood Rd, Morris, AL, 35116, United States
Special music and guest speakers every Sunday evening at 6pm at Glennwood Baptist. Free admission. See upcoming ad in the September issue of Birmingham Christian Family, visit www.myglennwood.org, or call 205-681-4601 for more details.

Golf fore Life
2017-09-26 | Greystone Country Club

Celebrating Everyday Heroes for Life
2017-09-26 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Noah’s Event Venue, 2501 International Park Place, Hoover, AL, 35243, United States
Former NFL player Pastor Herb Lusk speaks at annual Sav-A-Life Shelby Pregnancy Resource Center fundraising banquet. Free to attend, dinner served, reservations required, 205-664-1667.

A Muslim and a Christian Perspective. What are the Issues and Potential Answers?
2017-09-27 18:15 - 20:15 UTC | Evangel Chuch, 423 Thompson Rd, Alabaster, Alabama, 35007, Afghanistan
Join us September 27th and 28th as John Rankin, President of Theological Education Institute, and Radwan Masmoudi, President of the Center of the Study of Islam & Democracy, discuss their worldviews and how they apply to the United States.

A Muslim and a Christian Perspective. What are the Issues and Potential Answers?
2017-09-28 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Mountain Chapel United Methodist Church, 2541 Rocky Ridge Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States

Yom Kippur: Kol Nidre
2017-09-29 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Beth Hallel, 2230 Sumpter St, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Yom Kippur is the Day of Atonement and is considered to be the most solemn of all Jewish holy days. This was the one day each year when the High Priest of Israel would enter into the Holy of Holies to make atonement for all the Israelites, following their days of repentance. We fast from sundown on the 9th of Tishri until sundown on the 10th and spend that time humbling ourselves before G-d. As Messianic Jews, we have full confidence and joy in believing that Yeshua (Jesus) became the sacrifice that G-d required to make atonement for our sins.

Baby Steps Memorial 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
2017-09-30 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park, 12634 Confederate Parkway, McCalla, AL, 35111, United States
The Baby Steps Memorial Run is an event that allows grieving families and their friends to come together to remember their loved ones in a supportive, caring environment. All proceeds from the run benefit the Amelia Center at Children’s of Alabama.
The Amelia Center is a non-profit program of Children’s of Alabama which has served as a place of hope for grieving children, parents and families since 1997. The center offers free grief counseling to parents and grandparents who have suffered the loss of a child and also to children who have lost loved ones. The center operates by donations and continued support from its community members.

Yom Kippur
2017-09-30 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Beth Hallel, 2230 Sumpter St, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States

Yom Kippur: Neilah/Break-the-Fast
2017-09-30 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Beth Hallel, 2230 Sumpter St, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States

Saint Mark UMC Blessing of the Animals
2017-10-01 16:00 - 17:30 UTC | Saint Mark United Methodist Church, 2901 Columbiana Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, United States
Fun family event. Bring your pet for a special blessing. The Fetch food truck will be onsite to purchase pet treats. There will be inflatables for the kids. Free food for all.

Bridges to Hope Charity Golf Tournament
2017-10-04 11:00 - 18:00 UTC | Robert Trent Jones Oxmoor Valley, 100 SunBelt Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35211, United States
The Bridges to Hope Charity Golf Tournament benefits the ministries of Brother Bryan Mission. Sponsorship and registration at www.bbmission.com/2017-charity-golf/.

Sukkot: Parade of Nations
2017-10-04 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Beth Hallel, 2230 Sumpter St, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Sukkot (booths) is also known as the Feast of Tabernacles. During this harvest holiday, we remember that G-d dwelled with the Israelites during the 40-year period they spent living in the wilderness living in temporary booths. We celebrate Sukkot by building a sukkah in the yards of our homes and synagogues.

We wave the “Four Species” made up of a lulav (palm branch) and etrog (citrus fruit from Israel) along with the hadas (myrtle) and arava (willow) in all directions focusing on the fact that G-d is omnipresent. Sukkot was a time of joy in the hope for winter rains to come and was prophetically demonstrating the joy that would come when the living waters of the Ruach HaKodesh (Holy Spirit) would be poured out on all Israel. As Messianic Jews, we are anticipating with great joy the day when the Kingdom of G-d will come to the redeemed earth and He will dwell with His people in all His glory!

Southern Women’s Show
2017-10-05 - 2017-10-08 | BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Hundreds of boutiques, live cooking classes, special guests including Savannah Chrisley from “Chrisley Knows Best,” and much more!

Hillcrest Manor Grand Opening
2017-10-06 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Hillcrest Manor, 730 Hillcrest Rd, N.E., Margaret, AL, 35215, United States
Celebration and tour of restored historic home in Center Point!

Revelation Walk 2017
2017-10-07 19:00 - 22:30, 2017-10-14 19:00 - 22:30 UTC | Eden Westside Baptist Church, 223 Wolf Creek Road N, Pell City, AL, 35125, United States
Outdoor walk through dramatization of the end of time. See Biblical prophecy come alive. Based on the book of Revelation.
For reservations or more details call 205-338-7711 ext. 245, Walk ups welcome. $10 donation suggested. Special 2 for 1 admission October 7th and 27th. Ask about special time for handicapped and special needs guests. Not recommended for children under 10 years of age.

Whispers from the Past– A Native American Experience
2017-10-08 10:00 - 17:30 UTC | Aldridge Gardens, 3530 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL, 35216, United States
Take a trip back in time to rediscover the culture and contributions of Native Alabamians. See Native American life take shape through demonstrations like flintknapping, pine needle basket weaving, and pow wow dancing, along with activities like leaf pounding, bead weaving on looms, corn grinding, gourd crafting, fishing, and pottery. Children can try their hands at Stick Ball and other games. See performances by Native American Pow Wow dancers. Authentic Native American items will be available for purchase like jewelry, bead work, foods, and crafts. Admission at the gate is $12 for visitors 18 and older, $10 for seniors and veterans, and $7 for students. Children younger than 3 are free. Children’s and students’ admission includes take-home crafts, while supplies last, www.aldridgegardens.com.

Sukkot: HaShana Raba
2017-10-11 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Beth Hallel, 2230 Sumpter St, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States

Taste of Hoover
2017-10-12 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Aldridge Gardens, 3530 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL, 35216, United States
Celebrate the culinary styles found throughout the city at Aldridge Gardens. Live entertainment and delicious samplings.
Ticket Prices:

$45 Non-members
$40 Aldridge Garden members

Simchat Torah
2017-10-13 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Beth Hallel, 2230 Sumpter St, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Simchat Torah means “Joy of the Torah.” Throughout the Hebraic calendar year, during our Torah services on Saturday, we read one portion of the Torah each week, which is called the Parsha. Simchat Torah is the day when the final chapters of Deuteronomy and the first chapters of Genesis are read, completing and restarting the annual cycle. We celebrate the gift of the Torah with music and dance, rejoicing in the goodness of G-d’s Word.

10K RUCK Challenge
2017-10-14 07:00 - 09:00 UTC | Veterans Memorial Park, 4800 Valleydale Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
5K Family Fun Run/Walk and 10K to raise funds for veteran charities and raise awareness. The 10K Veteran Challenge is a RUCK race. Individuals may run but teams of 4 or more encouraged. Rucks are weighted backpacks or vests – 40 lbs. for the men and 25 lbs. for the women. Team time will be the average of all team participants, hosted by National Veterans Day in Birmingham!

Judgement House
2017-10-14 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Calvary Baptist Centreville, 133 Oakley Avenue, Centreville, AL, 35042, United States
Experience walk-through drama that presents the truth of people’s choices versus the consequences of those decisions both in this life and the next. Reservations encouraged for large groups. Call 205-926-4079 for reservation.
