Open House Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School
2019-01-27 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School, 1720 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Find out how you can empower your child’s future with an affordable Christ-centered education. Shadowing opportunities are also available. For more information, please call the school office at (205) 879-3237. “Growing our children in knowledge and faith…Experience the Difference!” www.olsschool.com

Forge is Looking for Volunteers!
2019-02-01 16:00 - 20:00, 2019-02-02 09:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Are you a good listener? Are you interested in supporting breast cancer survivors and their loved ones? Do you enjoy engaging with members of the community? If you answered YES to ANY of these questions you should apply to be a Forge volunteer!

Blended Families & Estate Planning
2019-02-05 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | 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 Melanie B Holliman, JD who will share this important information..
While this is a free event, reservations are required because only 12 seats are available so that we have time for specific discussions. To make your reservation, please email alicia@bradfordholliman.com or call 205-663-0281.
Other upcoming seminars can be found on our website.

Best-Selling Author Jodie Berndt
2019-02-07 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Vestavia Country Club, 400 Beaumont Dr., Vestavia, AL, 35216, United States
Hear an inspirational message from Jodie Berndt, author of the Praying the Scriptures series, at the Legacy League Scholarship Lunch, 11:30am-1pm, at a country club in Vestavia. Proceeds provide scholarships for students with significant financial need and challenging circumstances. For tickets visit www.samford.edu/legacyleague.

Paying for Long-Term Care and Asset Protection
2019-02-07 11:45 - 12:45 (America/Chicago) | Bradford & Holliman, LLC, 2491 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Seminar led by John R. Holliman. To register email Alicia@bradfordholliman.com or call 205-663-0281.

Breakfast with Anthony Flynn
2019-02-08 06:00 - 07:45 (America/Chicago) | The Harbert Center, United States
Young Business Leaders (YBL), www.ybl.org, hosts breakfast 6am, program 6:30-7:45am at The Harbert Center, Birmingham. Speaker is Anthony Flynn, a self-discipline strategist and follow-through expert. As a leader in the business world with numerous Fortune 100 companies (e.g. Kraft Foods, RJ Reynolds and 3M) and a number of multi-million dollar non-profit ventures, Mr. Flynn has a proven track record for converting ideas and theories to actionable achievements. His life has been shaped by several significant mentors and he now helps to lead a major mentoring organization for youth in Atlanta called “100 Black Men”. Tickets ($20). Purchase at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ybl-welcomes-anthony-flynn-tickets-53645262424 .

"One Yard at a Time" Gala
2019-02-08 18:30 - 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Grand Bohemian Hotel, 2655 Park Lane Road, Birmingham, AL, 35223, United States
“One Yard at a Time” fundraising event on February 8th, 2019 at the beautiful Grand Bohemian Hotel in Mountain Brook. This event will feature former pro football and Alabama linebacker Cornelius Bennett as the keynote speaker along with Dave Bonwit, a former battalion commander in the Marine Corp and aid to President George H. W. Bush.
Contact Darryl Fuhrman 205.394.7521, lettermenofusa@gmail.com to purchase tickets.

3rdAnnual American Village Tulip Festival
2019-02-10 - 2019-03-16 | American Village, 3727 Alabama 119, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
The only pick your own tulip field in the Southeast with 100,000 tulips. Opens mid-February through March depending on bloom time. Check www.americanvillage.org for opening date and field conditions before your trip. Open Mon-Sat, 10-4, Sun 12-4, 3727 Hwy 119, Montevallo, 205-665-3535.

WOMEN'S CONNECTION EAST
2019-02-13 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Caracas) | Grayson Valley Country Club, 2201 Grayson Valley Dr, Birmingham, AL, 35235, United States
Monthly luncheon with features of interest to women and a special inspiration speaker held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. This month’s feature is Travel presented by Celebration Tours. The special guest speaker, Connie Rhodembeck will tell us of her “Reflections on Wonderful Friendships”. Reservations requested, call Eileen at 205-209-0647 or email at eilewal@aol.com
Cost for 5 course meal and program is $17.

Connecting Women Conference
2019-02-15 - 2019-02-16 | Samford University Wright Center, United States
Featured speakers include New York Times best-selling author Liz Curtis Higgs (Mine is the Night, Bad Girls of the Bible and more) and sought-after Bible teacher and speaker Lisa Harper, 6:30-9:30pm Friday and 9am-12:30pm Saturday! Tickets available at www.connectingministries.org.

Birmingham Home Show
2019-02-15 - 2019-02-17 | Legacy Arena BJCC, 1001 19th St N, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Get expert advice, find great deals, meet Brett Tutor of TLC’s Trading Spaces (Fri & Sat), watch demonstrations by local chefs on Hometown Flavor Cooking Stage, and more at the BJCC. Save $4 off adult admission online with PROMO CODE: FAMILY, www.birminghamhomeshow.com. Free admission Friday only to all active and retired military, fire and first responders with valid ID.

Sensory-Friendly Mass
2019-02-16 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Prince of Peace Catholic Parish, 4600 Preserve Parkway, Hoover, AL, 35226, United States
Prince of Peace will hold a sensory-friendly Mass dedicated to those with special needs and their families, caregivers, teachers and friends in the main sanctuary. The Mass is being coordinated by the POP Knights of Columbus Council #11537 and demonstrates their devotion to our faith and to those with special needs. It will be followed by dinner in Deasy Hall. This Mass welcomes individuals or families who might not normally feel comfortable participating at Mass. People with special needs resulting from physical, emotional, mental or cognitive conditions are all around us in society. It can be challenging for our brothers and sisters to participate at Mass due to physical and social barriers – or even family member anxiety. Celebrating a sensory-friendly Mass for people with special needs is our way of welcoming all of God’s children to Mass and letting them know that every person is an integral part of our parish family. All are welcome. This Mass will offer sensory adaptations in sound and lighting. All are welcome to attend.

Kingdom Kids Spring-Summer Consignment Sale
2019-02-20 - 2019-02-23 | Gardendale Mt. Vernon UMC, 805 Crest Drive, Gardendale
Profits support missions, features new and gently used clothing (infant-teen), shoes, furniture, baby gear, toys, books, DVDs and more. Visit www.kingdomkidsconsignment.com for hours of operation. Many items 50% off on Sat.

Parenting event
2019-02-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Cedar Grove Baptist Church, 2001 Cedar Grove Rd, Leeds, AL, 35094, United States
Author Ginger Hubbard “ Reaching the Heart of a Child”

Live with the Characters Dance Party
2019-02-23 | Gardendale First Baptist Church, 316 Mountain Crest Pkwy, Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
Come dressed as your favorite character. Live character performances at 10am and 2pm, Gardendale First Baptist Church(GFBC)/North Campus. Tickets $10, pre-sale group pricing (15+guests) available for 2pm show. 75 VIP tickets @$25 each show (reserved seating, souvenir, preshow autograph and pics). Hosted by Just Keep Smiling, assisting families in our community with children in medical crisis. Tickets at www.justkeepsmiling.org, Jeff Dennis Jewelers, GFBC bookstore and at the door.

THE THREE STRANDS of CHURCH SECURITY
2019-02-23 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Beth Hallel Congregation, 2230 Sumpter Street, Birmingham, AL, 35126, United States
Security presentation from THE NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR CHURCH SECURITY AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT with Chuck Chadwick, President of Gatekeepers Security Services as the featured speaker.

Believe! A Night of Hope
2019-02-26 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | The Lyric Theatre, 1800 Third Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Featuring Yolanda Adams with Dr. Henry Panion III and Orchestra live at the Lyric, benefitting Children’s of Alabama. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.

Cottontail’s Village
2019-03-01 - 2019-03-03 | Legacy Arena BJCC, 1001 19th St N, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Over 500 booths of arts, crafts and gifts and visits with the Easter Bunny at the BJCC. Adults $8 Children 6-12, $2, under 6 free. Advanced tickets just $7, call 205-836-7173.

Swan Lake
2019-03-01 - 2019-03-03 | Samford University Wright Center, United States
Presented by the Birmingham Ballet at the Samford Wright Center, www.birminghamballet.com. Purchase tickets at www.etix.com.

Turkey Day
2019-03-07 08:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Mark’s Outdoors, 1400-B Montgomery Highway, Vestavia, AL, 35216, United States
Everything you need for opening day of Turkey Season on sale at Mark’s Outdoors! Plus, pros on hand to provide tips, www.marksoutdoors.com, 205-822-2010.

Observance of Week of Prayer for North American Missions
2019-03-07 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | National WMU, 100 Missionary Ridge, AL, 35242, United States
National WMU will host an observance of the Week of Prayer for North American Missions at its headquarters in Birmingham on Thursday, March 7.
The Week of Prayer is observed annually by Southern Baptist churches as a time to pray for missionaries, needs of specific ministries, and family needs. It is a time to take action in accordance with the Bible. The theme for this year’s Week of Prayer is Sending Hope.
“We are sending hope to college students struggling to find truth,” said Sandy Wisdom-Martin, executive director-treasurer of national WMU. “We are sending hope to internationals who find themselves far from home. We are sending hope to abused women and children. We are sending hope to parents estranged from children. We are sending hope to the hungry, the lonely, and the outcast. We are sending hope to anyone lost without Christ.”
Ken Weathersby, vice president for Convention Advancement for the Southern Baptist Convention, will be the keynote speaker. Weathersby and his team work with ethnic minority churches and other affinity groups to better understand their perspectives. The service will also include a time of prayer for needs of North American missionaries and opportunities to learn how to become more involved in praying, giving and going.
Beginning at 9:00 a.m., enjoy light refreshments and see Annie Armstrong’s bed and armoire and a handwritten letter from Lottie Moon to Annie Armstrong on display prior to the Week of Prayer service at 10:00–11:00 a.m. From 11:15 a.m.–12:00, an interactive refugee simulation will also be offered. It is designed to help encourage a greater understanding of the plight of refugees, learn what the Bible teaches about our response to the global refugee crisis and explore ways to actively make a difference for Christ.
No registration is required. WMU is located at 100 Missionary Ridge in Birmingham. For more information about the event, visit wmu.com/sendinghope.

Spring Arts & Crafts Show
2019-03-08 - 2019-03-09 | Gardendale Civic Center, 857 Main St., Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
Hosted by Hosted by the North Arts Council Fri. 9am-6pm, Sat. 9am-4pm. Free admission and parking, over 85 booths. Easter Bunny pictures on Sat. 9am-3pm for $10, www.northartscouncil.webs.com.

What Horses Can Teach Us
2019-03-08 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | The Club, Birmingham, 1 Robert Smith Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35209, United States
The Red Barn will host a fundraising luncheon, “What horses can teach us,” on March 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Club in Birmingham, Ala., to benefit The Red Barn and The JAYC Foundation. The event will feature guest speakers Jaycee Dugard, Dr. Rebecca Bailey, and Beth Holloway, who will share the impact horses have had on their own lives and what horses have taught them as they struggled for healing in times of heartache and grief.

14th Annual Schoolhouse Rock
2019-03-08 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Regions Field, 1401 1st Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35223, United States
Schoolhouse Rock is an annual fundraiser hosted by Cornerstone School’s Junior Board. Over the years, the event has grown from 300 to over 1,000 guests and has raised more than $1.2 million for Cornerstone’s students. The 2018 event was voted Best of Birmingham – Charity Event in About Town Magazine for the third year in a row. For the 14th Annual Schoolhouse Rock, guests will enjoy live music from Just a Few Cats, a live and silent auction, event giveaways, cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres.

CANTUS
2019-03-08 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Birmingham Southern College, AL, United States
The critically-acclaimed a cappella men’s ensemble CANTUS will perform at Birmingham-Southern College on Friday evening, March 8, at 7:30 PM in Hill Recital Hall. Tickets are $20 general admission and $10 for students with ID. CANTUS will also present an informal workshop with the BSC Concert Choir in Yeilding Chapel on Saturday morning, March 9, as part of the Hugh and Barbara Thomas Master Class Series, sponsored by the Waters family and State Farm Insurance. For reservations, call 205-226-4950. Click here for a preview of their program.

NAMI Family to Family
2019-03-11 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Shelby Baptist Physician’s Center, 1000 1st ST North, Alabaster, AL, 35007, United States
** Must register with Laura @ 205-267-2986 or laurajnh@gmail.com or namishelby@gmail.com to attend.**
Family-to-Family is a free, 12-week educational program for family, significant others and friends of people living with mental illness. It is a designated evidenced-based program. Research shows that the program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to an individual living with a mental health condition. Classes are taught by NAMI trained family members. The course and materials provided are free.

Tony Evans Live!
2019-03-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Clearbranch Methodist, 8051 Glenn Rd, Trussville, AL, 35173, United States
Worship with Anthony Evans and message from Dr. Tony Evans. To register visit www.tonyevanslive.com. For details on VIP ticket giveaway see Tony Evans Live Giveaway Post on our Facebook and Instagram page.

Scholarship Deadline
2019-03-15
Deadline for submission of application to receive $500 scholarship from Birmingham Christian Familymagazine and Tactical Faith. Learn more and complete application at www.birminghamchristian.com/scholarhship.

Wings of Hope Cancer Support Expo
2019-03-15 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Jasper Civic Center, 204 19th Street East, Jasper, AL, 35501
Forge is hosting our 2nd Annual Wings of Hope Cancer Support Expo in partnership with Capstone Rural Health. This event is FREE and breakfast and lunch are included. Our keynote speaker is two-time breast cancer survivor and ABC 33/40 news anchor Brenda Ladun. Our closing event is a comedy show by local celebrity, survivor and comedienne Carla Youngblood. The Expo schedule includes educational presentations, an impressive lineup of speakers, resource information, opportunities to connect with others and more. This Expo is open to everyone including survivors of all cancers; their friends, family and loved ones; healthcare professionals; and the general public. Registration and breakfast will start at 9am on the day of the event; arrive early to get a good seat! For more information please contact Forge at 205-838-6159 or 1-800-811-8925. Pre-registration is not necessary and attendees can attend the entire event or the portion their schedule allows.
