Birmingham Christian Family Magazine

Jermaine “FunnyMaine” Johnson
2018-11-23 19:00 - 20:30, 2018-11-25 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | StarDome Comedy Club, 1818 Data Drive, Hoover, AL, 35244, United States
This master of “football” comedy, best known for his viral videos related to college football in the South, performs at the StarDome Comedy Club, Hoover. For tickets, visit www.stardome.com or call 205-444-0008.

Show Your Spirit!
2018-11-24 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Wear your team colors, design a spirit shaker, make a mascot mask, and play tailgate games as a part of admission to the Children’s Hands on Museum, Tuscaloosa, www.chomonline.org.

Building Dedication & Ribbon Cutting
2018-11-26 17:00 - 19:00 | AL
Sav-A-Life Vestavia dedicates new education facility in honor of ministry founder, Wales Goebel. The Wales Geoble Family Life Center will be used to educate women, men and families about God’s design for family and point them toward an abundant life as God desires for us in John 10:10. Education programs include practical parenting, next nine month, fatherhood, and childbirth education programs in which participants earn resources for their child, www.savalife.org, 205-979-2309.

Forge Breast Cancer Survivor Center Gardening Class Presents: Holiday Decor
2018-11-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Birmingham Botancial Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, AL, 35223, United States
Ribbons! Mistletoe! Berries! Come and prepare for the holidays while learning decorating tips and tricks. Put these new skills to use while decorating a miniature potted tree to use as a festive centerpiece or give as a holiday gift. Learn how to plant and care for your tree after the holidays to enjoy it throughout the year. We will also discuss techniques and tips to help breast cancer survivors and co-survivors cope with stress and stay healthy during the holiday season. 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.

2018-11-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena, 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Come enjoy music, cookies and cocoa, ice skating and a visit with Santa at the annual Pelham Community Christmas Tree Lighting in the Main Arena at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena!! Santa Claus will be available for the youngest residents from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. and returns for visits after the Pelham Community Christmas Tree Lighting beginning at 7:30 p.m. until 8:45 p.m. The Pelham High School Culinary Arts Program will provide cookies and cocoa in the ballroom with Christmas music provided by Blaze Entertainment. Be sure to bring a camera to capture visits with Santa. Both ice rinks will feature free ice skating from 7:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

1940s Radio Hour
2018-11-30 - 2018-12-02 | Ritz Theatre, 310 Wall Street, Gadsden, AL, 35904, United States
This marvelously theatrical and winning show being performed at the Ritz Theatre, Gadsden, Ala. For tickets call 256-547-7469, www.greatergadsden.com. 7:30pm shows on November 30 and December 1. 2:30pm show December 2. Includes tunes like “Strike Up the Band” and “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy.”

82nd Annual Service of Lessons and Carols
2018-11-30 19:30 - 21:00 | Canterbury United Methodist Church, 350 Overbrook Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35213, United States
The Birmingham-Southern College Alumni Choir and Concert Choir invite you to the 82nd annual Service of Lessons and Carols on Friday, Nov. 30, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 2, at 4:30 p.m. in the sanctuary of Canterbury United Methodist Church. The concert is free and open to the public.
The annual service is a beloved, longstanding tradition at the college, where the concert was introduced in 1936. The choirs, under the direction of BSC Joseph Hugh Thomas Professor of Music Dr. Lester Seigel ’79, will be joined by organist and BSC Professor Emeritus Dr. James Cook ’68.
The program will feature its hallmark mixture of traditional and new carol settings and motets for the season from a variety of eras and styles.
“The hauntingly beautiful 16th century motet “Mirabile Mysterium (a Wondrous Mystery)” is a daringly written composition from centuries ago that is still considered avant-garde in its evocation of the mysterious nature of the Incarnation,” Seigel said.
The program also includes “My Lord Has Come” by British composer Will Todd, one of today’s most eloquent choral composers. The choirs will also sing spirituals, traditional carol settings, and short works by Healey Willan, Randall Stroope, Ola Gjeilo, and more.
The program runs about 70 minutes. The college’s Office of Alumni Engagement will serve refreshments after the Dec. 2 service in the parlor of the church, and everyone is invited. Childcare is also available at the Sunday service, beginning at 4 p.m., by advance reservation. Please call (205) 874-1546 no later than Nov. 29 to make reservations.
For more information about the performances, please contact Seigel at (205) 226-4957.

Candyland Breakfasts with Santa & Mrs. Claus
2018-12-01 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Hosted by Children’s Hands on Museum Tuscaloosa, 8-9:30am breakfast, 10-11:30am breakfast, or Noon-1:30pm brunch. $20 per person, pre-registration required. Bring Camera for pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Have a dance part with Santa, Mrs. Clause and Santa’s Elves. Music by DJ Chuckie! Stay and play in museum exhibits! For reservations call 205-349-4235 ext. 24, email carla@choonline.org or visit www.chomonline.org.

82nd Annual Service of Lessons and Carols
2018-12-02 16:30 - 18:00 | Canterbury United Methodist Church, 350 Overbrook Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35213, United States
The Birmingham-Southern College Alumni Choir and Concert Choir invite you to the 82nd annual Service of Lessons and Carols on Sunday, Dec. 2, at 4:30 p.m. in the sanctuary of Canterbury United Methodist Church. The concert is free and open to the public.
The annual service is a beloved, longstanding tradition at the college, where the concert was introduced in 1936. The choirs, under the direction of BSC Joseph Hugh Thomas Professor of Music Dr. Lester Seigel ’79, will be joined by organist and BSC Professor Emeritus Dr. James Cook ’68.
The program will feature its hallmark mixture of traditional and new carol settings and motets for the season from a variety of eras and styles.
“The hauntingly beautiful 16th century motet “Mirabile Mysterium (a Wondrous Mystery)” is a daringly written composition from centuries ago that is still considered avant-garde in its evocation of the mysterious nature of the Incarnation,” Seigel said.
The program also includes “My Lord Has Come” by British composer Will Todd, one of today’s most eloquent choral composers. The choirs will also sing spirituals, traditional carol settings, and short works by Healey Willan, Randall Stroope, Ola Gjeilo, and more.
The program runs about 70 minutes. The college’s Office of Alumni Engagement will serve refreshments after the Dec. 2 service in the parlor of the church, and everyone is invited. Childcare is also available at the Sunday service, beginning at 4 p.m., by advance reservation. Please call (205) 874-1546 no later than Nov. 29 to make reservations.
For more information about the performances, please contact Seigel at (205) 226-4957.

Colonial Christmas at American Village
2018-12-03 - 2018-12-07 | American Village, 3727 Alabama 119, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
Perfect outing for family, club, senior group, office or church organization. Includes lunch and tour, 3727 Hwy. 119 Montevallo. Tickets $30 per person. Call 205-665-3535 ext. 1031 or email Christmas@amerianvillage.orgto make a reservation.

Christmas Home Tour
2018-12-06 | AL
Hosted by Samford Legacy League and featuring five beautifully appointed homes in Mountain Brook and Vestavia Hills with a Holiday Gift Market and seasonal fare at the Samford President’s Home 10am-2pm and 4-8pm. Tickets are $25 on-line through Dec. 4, www.samford.edu/legacyleague or $30 at the door of featured homes. Proceeds provide scholarships to students with significant financial need and challenging circumstances.

Gifts of Art Holiday Market
2018-12-06 10:00 - 19:00 | Aldridge Gardens, 3530 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL, 35216, United States
Enjoy a stress free, fun day of shopping featuring hand-selected Alabama artists offering reasonably priced, one-of-kind gifts of art. Original art pieces will include glass; ceramic; wood; metal; fabric; and more. Decorative. Functional. Wearable. Worldly. Southern and Alabama-inspired. Free admission, www.aldridgegardens.com, 205-682-8019.

Come, have Cookies and refreshments with Santa!
2018-12-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Kai’s Koffee House, 2953 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
The Tri-City All About Referrals group invites you to bring the family to have Cookies and refreshments and have your children’s pictures taken with Santa. We will have refreshments and we will print your pictures at Kai’s Koffee house at 2953 Pelham Pkwy Pelham, AL 35124. Kai’s is directly across Hwy 31 from the Pelham Post Office. We look forward to seeing you there. Contact Dianna Howell at 205-568-5435 or Brandy Hamilton at 205-410-5633 if you need further information.

Jingle All the Way
2018-12-08 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Create a reindeer ornament, design a reindeer hat, prepare reindeer food and play reindeer games. All activities included in admission to the Children’s Hands On Museum!

Embodying Faith: Imagining Jesus Through the Ages Exhibit
2018-12-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Birmingham Museum of Art, 2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Free celebration of the opening of the Birmingham Museum of Art’s new exhibition, Embodying Faith: Imagining Jesus through the Ages, presented by Altec Styslinger Foundation. The exhibition traces how artists across time and cultures depicted the life of Jesus. The afternoon will feature a moving performance by the renowned Birmingham Boys Choir, along with holiday treats for our guests. This event is free and open to all.

Glory to the Newborn King
2018-12-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Briarwood Worship Center, 2200 Briarwood Way, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Presented by Briarwood Ballet, Briarwood Presbyterian Church.

Magic of Lights: Vulcan’s Holiday Light Experience
2018-12-12 - 2018-12-23 | Vulcan Park and Museum, 1701 Valley View Dr, Birmingham , AL, 35209, United States
Vulcan Park and Museum lights up the holidays with a synchronized hourly light show accompanied by classic Christmas songs. Happening at the top of each hour, beginning at 5pm until 9pm. Along with the 15-minute lively array of dancing lights choreographed to delightful holiday music, The Anvil gift shop and Vulcan Museum will have extended hours until 9pm along with complimentary hot chocolate (while supplies last). Visitors are encouraged to shop at The Anvil for the Red Dot Sale or purchase Birmingham-themed items from local artisans such as Earthborn Pottery and Glass Studio. Santa V will be present for photos from 5-7pm at the premiere on Dec. 12. Admission is $5 for 13 and up, $4 for kids ages 5-12 and children under 4 are free. Vulcan Park Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization which operates Vulcan Park and Museum on behalf of the City of Birmingham. Vulcan Park and Museum’s mission is to preserve and promote Vulcan as the symbol for the Birmingham region, advance knowledge and understanding of Birmingham’s history and culture, and to encourage exploration of the region. Learn more at www.visitvulcan.com.

Christmas Homecoming
2018-12-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Riverchase Country Club, Hoover, AL, United States
Shelby County Christian Women’s Connection
Come join friends from the past and meet new ones too as we enjoy a special lunch together and celebrate the connections this group has brought into our lives! All first-time guests are free, so bring a friend or two or three! We will all enjoy special music together.
Deborah Byrd (from Phenix City, Alabama and St. Simons, Georgia!) will describe “Where I Found my True Identity.”
Let’s enjoy the spirit of the season with festive attire!
Bring an ornament (less than $3) to give as a gift.
For reservations call Janet at 988-8171 by Monday, December 10, 2018

24th Annual Meadow Brook Runs
2018-12-15 09:00 - 11:30 | Valley National Bank (formerly USAmeriBank), Meadow Brook Branch, 1100 Corporate Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
9 AM – 5K, 10 AM – 1 mile Fun Run
Walkers and pets on leash welcome.

Additional race details may be found at:
http://www.meadowbrookruns.org/

Let everyone know you’re coming:
https://www.facebook.com/events/203794847035778/

Online Registration is now open:
http://www.imathlete.com/events/24thAnnualMeadowBrookRuns/register

O’Christmas Tree
2018-12-15 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Make a Christmas tree ornament, design a festive wreath and play holiday games. All activities included in admission to the Children’s Hands On Museum!

Color Me Crazy!
2019-01-05 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Design a tape resist painting, create spray bottle art, make a crumpled paper masterpiece. All activities included in admission to the Children’s Hands On Museum!

Disability and the Church Conference
2019-01-08 08:30 - 17:30 | Regions Room, Cooney Hall, at Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35229, United States
Hosted by Samford University Center for Congregational Resources for churches interested in beginning or expanding ministries to special needs persons and families. Keynote presenters include Samford faculty as well as David Glover, founder of Pure Ministries and special needs ministry consultant and author Amy Fenton Lee. Registration $40, includes break refreshments, lunch, and book. Register by 12/11/18 to receive a $10 early bird discount. Group discounts also available. Opportunity for financial grants to participating churches. For more information, visit the Center for Congregational Resources at www.samford.edu/congregational-resources or call 205-726-4064. Online registration is at www.eve.samford.edu

Treble at the Museum
2019-01-12 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Try out a variety of instruments, jam with musicians, and assemble a musical craft. Included with admission to the Children’s Hands On Museum, Tuscaloosa!

Mommy & Me Briarwood Ballet Classes
2019-01-15 - 2019-03-05 | Briarwood Ballet, 2200 Briarwood Way, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Briarwood Ballet classes specifically designed for children ages 18-36 months and parent, Tuesday 9:15-10am, Briarwood Presbyterian. To register call 205-776-5284 or visit www.briarwood.org/balletclasses.

Embers to a Flame Conference
2019-01-17 - 2019-01-20 | Briarwood Presbyterian Church, 2200 Briarwood Way, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Is your church spiritually healthy? Join Dr. Harry Reeder in examining case studies of church revitalization from God’s Word and learn ten strategies that lead to a healthy church. Great learning and encouragement opportunity for church leadership, Briarwood Presbyterian Church, Birmingham. For more details and to register visit www.emberstoaflame.org.

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Dino-Mite!
2019-01-19 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Make your own prehistoric pet, identify fossils and dig for dinosaurs. Included with admission to the Children’s Hands On Museum, Tuscaloosa!

Seminar on Blended Families & Estate Planning
2019-01-22 11:45 - 12:45 | Bradford & Holliman, LLC, 2491 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Blended families require special consideration when developing estate plans. The “what ifs” multiply and require careful thought and wording of the estate plan documents. Financial advisors, insurance agents, and accountants often share with us the unfortunate results of estate plans that were not set up to handle the unique implications of blended family situations.
Join us – or invite a friend or family member – to learn more about these nuances from John Holliman, JD who will share his expertise and experience.
While this is a free seminar, reservations are required because only 12 seats are available so that we have time for specific discussions. To make your reservation, email alicia@bradfordholliman.com or call 205-663-0281.
However, if you can’t make this seminar, Melanie B Holliman, JD will be be presenting the information on February 5th from 5 – 6 PM as well. Other upcoming seminars can be found on our website.

Midday Music: The Birmingham Boys Choir
2019-01-25 12:30 - 13:00 | Cathedral Church of the Advent, 2017 Sixth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
The Birmingham Boys Choir (Ken Berg, conductor; Susan Berg, piano) will perform a free, 30-minute concert at the Cathedral Church of the Advent. The Birmingham Boys Choir is a non-profit, civic organization built with the purpose of allowing talented boys in the greater Birmingham area an opportunity to more fully develop their gifts in an area of concentrated study.

T-Town 200 Scavenger Hunt
2019-01-26 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Go on a hunt through the Children’s Hands on Museum and learn about the history of Tuscaloosa. All activities included with admission to the museum!
