Birmingham Christian Family Magazine

Nutrition and Mental Health
2019-11-07 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Children’s of Alabama Behavioral Health, 1600 7th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 35233, United States
A free educational session offered by Children’s of Alabama Behavioral Health on the hospital campus. The session – Your Child’s Mental Health: Knowing the Signs and Asking for Help – begins at 5 p.m. in the Lowder Building (1600 7th Avenue South). Under the direction of the CARES Program (Caregiver, Advocacy, Resources, Education and Support), the quarterly CARES Talks are designed to assist parents, caregivers and community members as they care for children with various emotional, behavioral or mental health needs. “Our team of pediatric behavioral health experts understands the challenges that parents and caregivers of children with a mental or behavioral health condition face. Through the CARES Program, we want to help caregivers by providing them with the information, resources and support they need to understand and cope with their child’s challenges,” said Beth Rocker, MSW, LMSW, family care coordinator at Children’s of Alabama. While the session is free, attendees are asked to register online at give.childrensal.org/carestalks.

Briarwood Christmas Shop
2019-11-07 12:00 - 2019-11-08 16:00 | Briarwood Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 2200 Briarwood Way, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Visit Briarwood Presbyterian Church’s Fellowship Hall on November 7-8, 2019 and find great gifts and keepsakes from unique merchants to give this holiday season! Read more here.

Gadsden State Jazz Festival
2019-11-07 09:00 - 20:00 | Wallace Hall, 1001 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden, AL, 35903, United States
Celebrating Women in Jazz! Clinics, regional jazz ensemble performances, concerts featuring three guest artists and an after-party jam session are planned. Visit www.greatergadsden.com or call 256-549-0351 for more information.

Beeson Divinity School Community Worship with Piotr Malysz
2019-11-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Hodges Chapel: Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35229, United States
11 a.m. free worship event held at Samford University’s Hodges Chapel. Piotr Malysz will preach a sermon on Philippians 2:5-11, “Name Above All Names.”

Sav-A-Life Vestavia Volunteer Training
2019-11-04 18:00 - 20:30, 2019-10-28 18:00 - 20:30 | Sav-A-Life, Vestavia, 1480 McGuire Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35216, United States
Anyone interested in serving the women and men who visit our center for services is welcome to attend our training class! Becoming a volunteer includes an application process, classroom training and shadowing. Trained volunteers serve as peer counselors, mentors, parenting class instructors, receptionists, baby boutique servers, and more.
If you are interested in learning more about being a volunteer, please contact Steve or Courtney at 205-979-0302 or email SteveLongenecker@savalife.org or CourtneyCannon@savalife.org.

Birmingham Bulls vs. Quad City Storm
2019-11-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
The Birmingham Bulls will play against Quad City Storm for a second game for Mossy Oak Night. In addition, there will be Speciality Jersey Auction brought to you by Window World and OrthoExpress. Visit www.bullshockey.net or call 205-620-6870 to learn more and purchase tickets.

Walk to END EPILEPSY
2019-11-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Railroad Park, 1600 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 35233, United States
The Epilepsy Foundation of Alabama will be holding the statewide Walk to END EPILEPSY® on November 2, 2019 at Railroad Park from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The Walk to END EPILEPSY brings the community together to affect change through care, advocacy, research and education. This family-friendly Walk will bring more than 300 people to support the Epilepsy Foundation’s fundraising efforts and help raise awareness about epilepsy.

Birmingham Bulls vs. Quad City Storm
2019-11-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Cheer on the Birmingham Bulls as they compete against Quad City Storm starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Pelham Civic Complex. The first 1,000 kids 14 years & under receive a glow-in-the-dark goalie mask and there will be a goalie mask giveaway! Guests can come early to enjoy a Trunk or Treat starting at 4:30 p.m. Visit www.bullshockey.net or call 205-620-6870 to learn more and purchase tickets.

Homeschool Day
2019-11-01 13:00 - 15:00 | The Great Pumpkin Patch, LLC, 288 Hwy 45, Hayden, AL, 35079, United States
Visit The Great Pumpkin Patch today for a special day designed for homeschoolers starting at 1 p.m. Guests will enjoy a special performance from Cotton Pickin Kids and more! Visit www.greatpumpkinpatch.com or call 205-647-2183 for more information.

The Worship Center Salvation Journey
2019-10-31 17:30 - 21:00 | The Worship Center Christian Church 100 Derby Parkway Birmingham, Alabama 35210, 100 Derby Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35210, United States
Join us for something that has never been done in the history of TWC Salvation Journey! Have you ever experienced Judgement House at TWC? Judgement House is a dramatic walk-through presentation about the truth of people’s choices and the consequences both in this life and the next. During this presentation, groups travel from room to room, viewing stories about eternal truth. During the final scene, everyone is given the opportunity to accept Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. You can learn more at www.theworshipcentercc.org.

Columbiana's Monster Walk
2019-10-31 16:30 - 19:30 | Columbiana Main Street, North Main Street, Columbiana, AL, 35051, United States
Treat yourself to an evening of fun with friends on our historic Main Street, Columbiana. Local Merchants and organizations from Columbiana & surrounding areas line the streets with candy & treats to fill your Halloween cravings. You can also expect some discount coupons & gift certificates from local merchants to find as you are Trick Or Treating our Beautiful Main Street.
An added feature to our festivities this year is our second annual Columbiana Witches Ride, flying down our Main Street District on bicycles. This is a fun event to raise money for our local SafeHouse organization during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Please contact Columbianamainst@gmail.com for more information.

Christmas Village
2019-10-31 10:00 - 2019-11-03 17:00 | BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Start your holiday shopping at Birmingham’s Christmas Village Festival at the BJCC, 1001 19th Street N, 35203. Arts, crafts, and gifts from over 700 booths! Tickets available for purchase at the door, $12 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, free for children six and under, October 31, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; November 1-2,10 a.m.-8 p.m.; November 3, 12-5 p.m., www.christmasvillagefestival.com.

Live2Lead - Leadership and Professional Development
2019-10-29 08:30 - 13:00 | Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church, 2061 Kentucky Avenue, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, United States
Bring your family, bring your work team, bring yourself to this high-impact, affordable simulcast with experts discussing how to: develop your unique style of leadership to make an impact where you are today, get other people on board for the long haul with your vision and mission and create a culture that makes your work more than a job.
Speakers: Rachel Hollis – #1 NYTimes Bestselling Author & Entrepreneur; Angela Ahrendts – Former SVP of Retail ; Apple, Inc.; Marcus Buckingham – Global Researcher & Thought Leader; Chris Hogan – Global Speaker on Building Wealth & Retirement and John Maxwell – #1 NYTimes Bestselling Author, Coach, & Speaker.
Breakfast snacks & lunch provided for those registered.

Mountain Brook Baptist Church Trunk-or-Treat
2019-10-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Mountain Brook Baptist Church, 3631 Montevallo Rd S, Birmingham, AL, 35213, United States
Mountain Brook Baptist Church invites you to their Trunk-or-Treat on Sunday, October 27 from 4-6 p.m. Come enjoy free food, games, inflatables, and other fun activities! Learn more here.

Meadow Brook Baptist Fall Festival
2019-10-27 15:00 - 18:00 | Meadow Brook Baptist Church, 4984 Meadow Brook Rd., Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
Join Meadow Brook Baptist Church for their 2019 Fall Festival on Sunday, October 27 from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. for free fun for the entire family! The fun includes carnival games, inflatables, face painting, hay ride, candy, prizes, contests, trunk or treat, hotdogs, popcorn and more! Learn more at www.meadowbrookbaptist.org!

Five Points South Historic Home Tour & Fall Festival 2019
2019-10-27 13:00 - 17:00 | Five Points South, 1631 15th Avenue S., Birmingham, AL, 35205, United States
Come tour five beautiful Five Points South homes while enjoying fall festivities with the family! The second annual Five Points South Historic Home Tour & Fall Festival will take place Sunday, October 27 from 1-5 p.m at 1631 15th Ave. S. This new neighborhood tradition showcases the rich history and diverse architecture of Five Points South on a self-guided walking tour of five historic homes. The festival will include family-friendly activities, including food trucks, live music and a free pumpkin carving contest. Home tour tickets are on sale now for $15 for a single ticket and $20 for a couple ticket and can be purchased here. Day-of tickets can also be purchased at the event for $20 for a single ticket and $30 for a couple ticket.
The Home Tour brings awareness to the area’s history, architecture, walkability and charm. The featured homes incorporate 150 years of story and style, which attendees will be able to see through photos displayed throughout the home. Owners and volunteers will also be on hand to share the properties’ histories and features.

Great Pumpkin Patch Church Days
2019-10-27 | The Great Pumpkin Patch, LLC, 288 Hwy 45, Hayden, AL, 35079, United States
Bring your church bulletin from that day and receive $2 off the purchase of activities arm bands (up to 6 family members). Entertainment includes local Christian artists, Hayden, Ala., www.greatpumpkinpatch.com.

Pumpkin Patch Express
2019-10-26 - 2019-10-27, 2019-10-19 - 2019-10-20 | Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, 1919 9th Street, Calera, AL, 35040, United States
Hosted by Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum in Calera. Ride train to the Pumpkin Patch for hayride, bounce house, corn maze, and more. Train departures are 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Sundays. Purchase tickets at www.hodrrm.org or call 205-757-8383.

Cotton Pickin’ Celebration
2019-10-26 - 2019-10-27 | Old Baker Farm, 184 Furrow Ln, Harpersville, AL, 35078, United States
9am-5pm hosted by Old Baker Farm, Harpersville, $10 per person includes a pumpkin and all events except for food, arts and crafts and horseback rides, www.oldbakerfarm.com.

Midday Music: Frederick Teardo, harpsichord
2019-10-25 12:30 - 13:00 | Cathedral Church of the Advent, 2017 Sixth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Frederick Teardo, Director of Music and Organist at the Cathedral Church of the Advent, will perform a free, 30-minute recital on the Cathedral’s newly-acquired harpsichord.

Taste for the 20th benefiting M-POWER Ministries
2019-10-24 17:30 - 20:00 | The Theodore, 3211 2nd Ave. S, Birmingham, AL, 35222, United States
Taste M-POWER Ministries’ Magic City mission with a night of celebration for its 20 years of service! Taste for the 20th is taking place Thursday, Oct. 24 from 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. at The Theodore, located at 3211 2nd Ave. S. Attendees will enjoy a seated dinner featuring dishes from Rodney Scott’s BBQ, Mile End Deli, Little Donkey and Jim ‘N Nick’s, all while giving back to M-POWER’s health and educational outreach programs. Tickets are $75 per person and can be purchased at www.tasteofthemagiccity.instagift.com.
Taste for the 20th provides the opportunity to celebrate M-POWER Ministries’ milestone anniversary and honor those who have made the ministry possible. Attendees will hear stories about how Birmingham has been coming together for 20 years to change lives through the organization. Proceeds from the event will allow M-POWER to continue to make a difference in Birmingham by helping seek paths out of poverty.
Taste for the 20th supports the efforts of M-POWER Ministries, a nonprofit located in Avondale helping to break the cycle of poverty by providing education and health services to Jefferson County residents. For more information, visit www.mpowerministries.org.

75th Anniversary Luncheon
2019-10-24 11:30 - 13:00 | The Harbert Center, United States
The Jimmie Hale Mission will celebrate 75 years of changed lives (and counting!) at this luncheon event to be hosted on Thursday, October 24th. The luncheon will be held at The Harbert Center from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Andrea Lindenberg will be the emcee, along with live testimonials from former clients. This will likely be executive director Tony Cooper’s last public event before his retirement.

Lunch & Learn Brother Bryan Mission
2019-10-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Brother Byran Mission, 1616 Second Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35202, United States
Learn about the mission and ministries of the Brother Bryan Mission while enjoying a sack lunch Noon-1pm. Tour of facilities as guests have time. Learn of ways you can become involved by way of prayer support, financial support, volunteer and service opportunities. For more information, visit www.bbmission.com or call 205-322-0092.

Beeson Divinity School Community Worship with Robert Smith, Jr.
2019-10-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Hodges Chapel: Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35229, United States
11 a.m. free worship event held at Samford University’s Hodges Chapel. Robert Smith, Jr. will preach “The Relentless Romance,” a sermon based on 1 Corinthians 13.

Vestavia Hills UMC Fall Festival
2019-10-20 16:00 - 18:00
Please join us at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church on Sunday, October 20, 2019 from 4-6 p.m. for this FREE event in our church parking lot! Enjoy inflatables, food trucks, pony rides and more! We will be collecting socks to gift the homeless. Visit http://VHUMC.org/events for more information.

No Limits Women's Retreat
2019-10-18 16:00 - 2019-10-20 12:00 | Shocco Springs Conference Center, 1314 Shocco Springs Rd, Talladega, AL, 35160, United States
Listen to a conversation about the relationship between mental health and spirituality and learn how to no longer allow difficulties like depression, anxiety and everyday struggles to limit you during this inaugural retreat held at Shocco Springs, Ala. Read about the retreat speakers and more here. Register at www.nolimitsretreat.org.

Merry Market
2019-10-18 - 2019-10-19 | Gardendale Civic Center, 857 Main St., Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
Shopping extravaganza with unique vendors, Café and Sweet Shoppe. Admission $5. Hosted by Just Keep Smiling. 9am-5pm Friday, 9am-3pm Saturday. Cookies with Your Favorite Characters is Sat. 10-Noon. Proceeds assist families with children in medical crisis, www.justkeepsmiling.org.

Brookdale 20thAnniversary Celebration
2019-10-18 | Brookdale University Park, 400 University Park Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35209, United States
Tours, refreshments, entertainment, and more, Brookdale University Park, 400 University Park Dr, 35209, 205-870-0786, www.brookdale.com.
