48th Annual Greek Food Festival
2021-10-14 10:30 - 2021-10-16 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 307 19th St. S, Birmingham, AL, 35233, United States
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The 48th Annual Greek Festival is on October 14-16, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. During the three-day festival you will experience the Greeks’ legendary zest for life and delicious authentic Greek cuisine. You can also enjoy Greek music, dancing and a warm spirited atmosphere that embraces everyone as family.
The festival offers free admission, indoor and outdoor dining and individually priced food plates. You can stroll through The Greek Market Place which has Mediterranean and Orthodox Christian souvenirs. Free parking is located in the former Liberty National parking building located one block away on 20th Street (Richard Arrington Blvd) between 3rd and 4th Avenue. We will have a convenient drive thru daily from 10:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. You can also take a self-guided tour of the Holy Trinity – Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church. Come experience a taste of Greece without the airfare! Learn more here.
Menu entree items include: Pitas, dolmathes, souvlakia, greek chicken, pastichio, gyro sandwhich, gyro and salad, greek salad and more! Greek pastries: baklava, chocolate baklava, melomakarona, kourambethes, almond cresent, kataiffi and koulourakia.

Fall Festival at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church
2021-10-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church, 2061 Kentucky Avenue, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, United States
Visit Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church from 4-6 p.m. for free food, inflatables, and fun, with food trucks, as we celebrate together being outside together. No registration required for this fun event!

Sav-A-Life Volunteer Training
2021-10-18 18:00 - 20:30, 2021-10-25 18:00 - 20:30, 2021-11-01 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. Learning more by contacting Courtney at 205-823-1846 (Vestavia) or Shannon at 205-808-9001 (Fultondale), www.savalife.org.

Values-Based Educational Workshop
2021-10-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-11-02 12:00 - 13:00 | OneAscent Wealth, 23 Inverness Center Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
Join OneAscent Wealth for a free educational workshop where you can discover if your values align with your investments. Noon-1pm at 23 Inverness Center Parkway, Birmingham, 35242. Free lunch included, RSVP at www.oneascentwealth.com/vbi, 205-313-9142. Learn more about the here.

Diabetes Empowerment Education Program
2021-10-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-10-26 13:00 - 14:00 | 50 Lester Street, 50 Lester Street, Columbiana, AL, 35051, United States
Have a deep conversation about managing your diabetes during the Diabetes Empowerment Education Program- free and six weeks of diabetes self-management strategies.
Participants will learn:

Understanding the Human Body
Understanding Risk Factors of Diabetes
Monitoring Your Body
Being Physically Active and more!

Class dates are:
October 5, 12, 19, 27 and November 2 at 1 p.m. If you have any questions, contact Shelby Extension Office at 205-669-6763 or Helen Jones at 334-201-6775 Montgomery Co. Register here.

Come & See Heritage Christian Academy
2021-10-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Heritage Christian Academy, 6200 Lou George Loop, Birmingham, AL, 35022, United States
Want to learn more about what Heritage Christian Academy has to offer and see the campus? Register today for our special “Come & See” even on Tuesday October 19, 2021! Space is limited so be sure to early to secure your spot!

Seraphic Sounds Studio Live w/ Kevin Derryberry
2021-10-19 19:30 - 20:30, 2021-10-26 19:30 - 20:30 | AL
Join Kevin along with family and friends each week on Facebook and YouTube as they share music, praise and worship and more each Tuesday at 7:30pm, www.kevinderryberry.com.

American Masters: Becoming Helen Keller Premieres
2021-10-19 21:00 | AL
Save the date for the American Masters Season 35 Finale that explores the Complex Life and Legacy of Helen Keller on PBS in Honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Sponsored by Alabama Relay on Alabama Public Television, the episode premieres on October 19 at 9 p.m. (check local listings). Learn more about the special here.

2021 Bridges to Hope Annual Charity Golf Tournament
2021-10-20 08:00 - 13:00 | Robert Trent Jones Oxmoor Valley, 100 SunBelt Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35211, United States
Benefitting the ministries of Brother Bryan Mission where men are finding hope for a better life. 8 am registration, 8:30 am shotgun start with lunch and awards following at Robert Trent Jones Oxmoor Valley, 100 Sunbelt Pkwy, Birmingham, 35211. To register, visit www.bbmission.com/2019-bridges-to-hope-annual-charity-golf-tournament or call 205-322-0092. Read about a life changed at Brother Bryan here.

Shop Save & Share Kickoff Party
2021-10-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Kendra Scott at the Summit, 252 Summit Blvd, Unit 101, Birmingham, 35243, United States
Make plans to join the Junior League of Birmingham (JLB) as they kick off their 16th annual Shop Save & Share fundraiser. The Shop Save & Share Kickoff Party will be held Wednesday, Oct. 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Summit on the corner of Kendra Scott and Kate Spade. The event will feature catering from Taco Mama and Nothing Bundt Cakes, music and swag bags provided by J.McLaughlin and various other retailers for the first 50 attendees. Swoozie’s will also be participating in the event as well. Patrons can purchase their Shop Save & Share card at the event or online at www.shopsaveandshare.net to get 20% off and/or exclusive offers at these participating retailers along with over 230 others.
About Shop Save & Share:
Shop for a great cause during Shop Save & Share, which takes place Wednesday, Oct. 20, through Sunday, Oct. 31! The 12-day event allows patrons to receive 20 percent off and/or exclusive offers at over 230 participating businesses with the purchase of a Shop Save & Share card.

Legacy Grandparenting Summit 2021
2021-10-21 - 2021-10-22 | Shades Mountain Baptist, 2017 Columbiana Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35216, United States
Make plans to attend this visionary event that calls on grandparents to embrace their God-given role as spiritual influencers in the lives of their grandchildren. The 2021 Summit will take place at Shades Mountain Baptist Church on October 21-22, 2021. Learn more here.

Oak Mountain State Park's Annual Harvest Festival
2021-10-23 09:00 - 16:00 | Oak Mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Dr., Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Join us for our Annual Harvest Festival at Oak Mountain State Park! Help us celebrate Fall in the South and welcome in the beautiful Autumn colors that grace our Oaks each year!
Hay Rides! Marina Rentals! Bounce Houses! Pony Rides! Interpretive Programming! Shopping with local vendors! Food Vendors! Yard Games! And MORE! Our annual Harvest Festival is always a fun day for the family! Leashed dogs welcome!
Regular Entrance Fees Apply: Age 3 and under are free, Age 4-11 are $2 each, Age 12-61 are $5 each, and Age 62+ are $2 each *Military and Veterans FREE* (Annual Passes are Valid)
Don’t forget all of the fun activities that we offer at OMSP that you can take advantage of while you are here:
– Visit the Demonstration Farm and Playground!
– Mountain Bike Trails and Hiking Trails!
-Guided Horseback Rides through the Park!
-Archery Range and 18 Hole Golf Course!
-Flipside’s Cable Park!
-Three Lakes to Fish and Visit the Treetop Nature Trail!
Learn more here.

Montevallo Artwalk
2021-10-23 11:00 - 18:00 | Main Street Montevallo, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
An eclectic artwalk in historic downtown Montevallo including fun and art for all ages. See and buy art, crafts, and handmade items. Come dressed in your Halloween costume! 11am-6pm at Main Street Montevallo, 35115, www.facebook.com/montevalloartwalk.

Fall Festival Pelham & North Shelby County
2021-10-24 12:30 - 16:00 | Church of the Good Shepherd, 101 Tony Holmes Drive, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd is hosting a fall festival with a bounce house, games, and a free food on Sunday, October 24 from 12:30pm-4pm. Bring the kids in costume and trick or treat and fellowship!
Come join us at 101 Tony Holmes Drive Pelham, AL 35124. We are next to the Hepburn Miller Law Office at the corner of Lee Street and Tony Holmes Drive, just off of Highway 31 South near the Regions Bank and American Family Care!

BBQ with Brenda Gantt
2021-10-24 13:30 - 15:00 | Grande Hall at Old Mill Square, 105 West College Street, Columbiana, AL, 35051, United States
Known for her down-home cooking served up with a side of Jesus, don’t miss your chance to meet Brenda Gantt on Sunday October 24 at 1:30 p.m. in Columbiana at the Grande Hall at Old Mill Square. Adjacent to the Shelby County Arts Center, 105 West College Street, Columbiana. Event benefits CASA of Shelby County. CASA’s mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect and to advocate through the court system for those who have been abused and neglected. Tickets are $50 per person for lunch, $100 per person for lunch and your photo with Brenda. $500 for reserved seating for Corporate or Individual Tables of 8, $1,000 tables for reserved seating for 8 with photos. All other seating will be first come first serve. Click here to purchase tickets. Read Brenda’s incredible story here.

Trunk Or Treat at Double Oak Community Church
2021-10-24 15:00 - 17:00 | Town of Mt Laurel, 115 Olmsted St, Double Oak Community Church, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
We know you are never too old for candy, or great fellowship and fun…that’s why Trunk or Treat is for everyone! No matter your life stage, Trunk or Treat is a great event to experience—enjoy a magic show, inflatables for the kids, popcorn, candy and more. The kids love walking around to the decorated cars to collect their candy (and the adults may enjoy dressing up and handing out candy at their cars even more)!
TRUNK OR TREAT
SUNDAY, OCT. 24, 2021 • 3PM – 5PM
MT. LAUREL SQUARE

Trunk-or-Treat
2021-10-24 16:00 - 18:00 | Mountain Brook Baptist Church, 3631 Montevallo Rd S, Birmingham, AL, 35213, United States
Join us at Mountain Brook Baptist Church on Sunday, October 24 from 4-6 p.m. for our Trunk-or-Treat! Come enjoy decorated trunks, candy, free food, and fun!

Meadow Brook Baptist Trunk or Treat
2021-10-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Meadow Brook Baptist Church, 4984 Meadow Brook Rd., Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
Join Meadow Brook Baptist for a night of free fun for the whole family from 5pm-7pm. Candy, prizes, inflatables, hot dogs, contests and more! 4984 Meadow Brook Road, Birmingham 35242, 205-991-8384, www.meadowbrookbaptist.org.

Trunk or Treat in Downtown Calera
2021-10-28 17:30 - 19:00 | Calera Main Street, 7901 Highway 31, Calera, AL, 35040, United States
Join Calera Main Street for at least 100 decorated trunks and candy! The presenting sponsor of this fun event is Collectivus Church. Decorated vehicles parked in the large gravel lot off 9th Street in Calera. Guests will enter the lot and drive through enjoying themed trunks and receiving individually wrapped treats, 5:30pm-7pm, www.facebook.com/CaleraMainStreet2019.

Monsters on Main Street
2021-10-29 16:00 - 17:30 | Columbiana Main Street, North Main Street, Columbiana, AL, 35051, United States
Mark your calendars for October 29 for Main Street Columbiana’s Monsters on Main Street (Monster Walk). This event is a free community trick-or-treat from 4 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. on Main Street in Columbiana!

Hoover Hayride and Family Night
2021-10-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Veterans Memorial Park, 4800 Valleydale Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
5-8pm at Veterans Park Valleydale Road featuring hayrides, food trucks, airbrush tattoos. Dress in costume and gather treats. COVID precautions in place. Shuttle from Spain Park High School.

Reaching the Heart of Your Child
2021-10-30 09:00 - 12:00 | Shades Mountain Community Church, 2281 Old Tyler Rd, Hoover, AL, 35226, United States
Calling all mommas of every kind! Join us for our conference October 30th from 9am-12pm
(Based on the content of Ginger’s best-selling book, Don’t Make Me Count to Three!)
Do you find yourself threatening, repeating your instructions, or raising your voice in an attempt to get your children to obey? Are you discouraged because it seems you just can’t reach the heart of your child? Through personal experience and the practical application of Scripture, Ginger encourages and equips moms to reach past the outward behavior of their children and dive deeply into the issues of the heart. Ginger’s candid approach will help moms move beyond the frustrations of not knowing how to handle issues of disobedience and into a confident and well-balanced approach to raising their children.
Ginger Hubbard, bestselling author of Don’t Make Me Count to Three, Wise Words for Moms, and I Can’t Believe You Just Said That, speaks at women’s events, parenting conferences and home school conventions across the country, and co-hosts the Parenting with Ginger Hubbard Podcast. For more information visit www.GingerHubbard.com

Brook Hills Trunk or Treat
2021-10-30 17:30 - 19:30 | The Church at Brook Hills, 3145 Brook Highland Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
MORE THAN 50 CARS with trunks open, creatively decorated, and filled with loads of great candy–that’s Trunk or Treat! You and your family are invited to be a part of it! Come in costume and prepare for a great time! Don’t forget your bags or buckets!
• A FREE, FAMILY EVENT OPEN TO ALL!
• HOT BEVERAGES, EXTRAS, LIVE MUSIC, LOTS OF FUN!
• COME AND GO AS YOU PLEASE
• RAIN OR SHINE!

Tree of Lights with Community Grief Support
2021-11-01 | Homewood Central Park, 1632 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
The ‘Tree of Lights’ memorial, taking place this November and December, will honor our late loved ones with the lighting of a 12-foot holiday tree in Homewood’s Central Park, at the corner of Oxmoor Road and Central Ave., in one of the most visible locations in the city. Like the tradition of Homewood residential streets lined with miniature holiday trees, our large “Tree of Lights” in Central Park will mimic the twinkling lights–not just bringing cheer to residents and those who pass by–but honoring those who have passed on.
Donors and passersby can sponsor a light and receive gifts in memory of their loved one(s) through various donation opportunities:

$25 donation receives memorial card sent to up to three addresses of your choice in the name of a lost loved one and sponsorship of a light on the tree.
$75 donation receives handmade pottery luminary by Alabama artist Lisa Howard with candle to light your own home and sponsorship of a light on the tree.
$100 donation receives beautiful, antique gold personalized ornament with velvet ribbon for your tree, a permanent holiday reminder of this special memorial, and sponsorship of a light on the tree.

All proceeds go to provide completely free: individual, couples and family grief counseling; loss-specific grief support groups; and community grief education programs such as “Hope for the Holidays” sessions for those who are facing their first holiday after a loss. For more information about the Tree of Lights or Hope for the Holidays, please call CGS at 205-870-8667.
Are you struggling with the loss of a loved one? Click here for helpful tips.

Holiday Cooking Show
2021-11-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Gardendale Civic Center, 857 Main St., Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
Fun, entertaining show with Southern Shortcut Recipes. Annual event presented by Author and Food Blogger Kathleen Phillips. Fundraiser for Outdoor Ability Foundation at Gardendale Civic Center, 857 Main Street, 35071, 6pm. Tickets $20 donation, www.gritsandgouda.com.
