Birmingham Christian Family Magazine

Chelsea Fest 2018 & The Big Kaboom!
2018-06-30 17:30 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | AL
Free event begins with children’s bicycle parade at 5:30pm followed by live music from Compozitionz, fireworks at 9pm and then more live music. Also enjoy arts and crafts, a Kids’ Zone with inflatables, giveaways from local businesses and food trucks throughout the evening. It all takes place in the field behind Dairy Queen on Highway 280 Chelsea.

July 4 Festival
2018-07-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1728 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
The Trash and Treasure Team have been tirelessly preparing for the 69th Annual Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church’s Fourth of July Festival. Birmingham’s oldest Independence Day festival will be held 10am-3pm on church grounds. Knights of Columbus Council 4304 coordinates the event. The charitable fundraiser will include barbeque, games, a raffle, and the popular Trash and Treasure rummage sale.

For God and Country
2018-07-04 19:30 - 22:00 | Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills, 201 South Montgomery Highway, Vestavia, AL, 35216, United States
7:30pm free concert featuring Shades Mountain Brass Quintet, Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills. Park at the church and walk to view fireworks from top of Shades Mountain at 9pm!

The Harmonics
2018-07-08 16:00 - 17:30 | Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills, 201 South Montgomery Highway, Vestavia, AL, 35216, United States
The Harmonics, a nationally acclaimed acapella group from Uganda! The Harmonics Uganda sing mostly Christian music in African and American styles. They started as young high school musicians and have been an established group since 2012. They have recently been voted the #2 acapella group in Uganda. They arrived in the United States in February 2018 and are touring to raise funds for the ministry, Acts of Love Uganda, which helps families in Uganda start businesses to have an income.
Admission is free with an opportunity to give a love offering. The Katogo Slum in Gaba is one of the places the ministry helps. Every rainy season the slum floods and people either sleep sitting up to keep from drowning or move to higher ground until the flood waters recede.
The love offerings from the tour will go to purchase land near Lugazi to create a self-sustaining community to move these families to a safer place.
For additional information please call the LCVH at (205)823-1883.
The Harmonics Uganda “Alpha tour” is sponsored by Acts of Love Uganda, Inc, a 501c3 non-profit ministry that provides a means to families in Uganda to have an income to support their families. You may read further about this ministry at www.actsofloveuganda.org.

Integrity Bible Church 24th Anniversary Celebration
2018-07-11 - 2018-07-15 | Integrity Bible Church, 216 Roebuck Dr, Birmingham , AL, 35215, United States
Begins with ministry guest speakers during 7pm July 11 and 7pm July 12 services, at IBC. At 7pm on July 13, IBC will host its annual anniversary banquet. For banquet tickets call the church office at 205-833-4414. IBC will end the celebration with a free picnic at Black Creek Park in Fultondale, 10am-5pm, July 14 and a joyous Praise Sunday service at 10:50am July 15 at the church followed by a free reception. IBC is a non-denominational, Bible-teaching church offering ministries for outreach, men, women, married couples, singles, youth, children and seniors, 205-833-4414, www.integritybiblechurch.org.

The Distinguished Young Women Program of Jefferson County
2018-07-20 - 2018-07-21 | Vestavia Hills High School Auditorium, 2235 Lime Rock Rd, Vestavia, AL, 35216, United States
20 high school senior girls, representing 9 high schools will compete for cash-tuition and college granted scholarships and the opportunity to represent Jefferson County in the Distinguished Young Women Program of Alabama. Brooke Tarrant current Distinguished Young Woman of Alabama and Jefferson County, will make special dance performances nightly. Celebrating a theme of “A Style for Every Story”, participants will compete in the on-stage categories of talent, fitness and self expression. Vestavia Hills High School Auditorium, reserved seating, tickets $15 for July 20, 7pm and July 21, 1pm preliminaries; $25 each for the July 21, 7pm finals. To check ticket availability or to purchase, contact any participant, call 205-907-0210 or email jefferson@distinguishedyw.org.

Kid's "Big Conference"
2018-07-22 18:00 - 2018-07-24 20:30 | The Gathering Place Church – Moody Campus, 1005 Crossroads Plaza Drive, Moody, 35004, United States
B!G conference is…
an incredible three-day event will help your child discover God’s
Word in an exciting and unforgettable way!
Each day, they will learn a key Bible point that is reinforced
with a Bible verse, and an interactive video.
B!G Conference is open for all children who have completed
kindergarten through 6th grade.

Sav-A-Life Vestavia Volunteer Training
2018-07-23 18:00 - 20:30, 2018-07-26 18:00 - 20:30 | Alabama Pregnancy Test Center, 1480 McGuire Rd., Birmingham, AL, 35216, United States
Class room training 6-8:30pm July 23,26, 30 and August 6, 2018 for women and men interested in serving the clients who visit the center for services. 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 becoming a volunteer contact Megan or Steve at 205-979-0302 or email: MeganMcCarley@savalife.org, SteveLongenecker@savalife.org. To get involved donate or learn more visit www.savalife.org, 205-979-0302, 1480 McGuire Rd, 35216.

Kid’s Fest @ the movies
2018-07-24 09:30 - 10:30 | Premiere Cinema 14, 4801 Promenade Pkwy, Bessemer, AL, 35022, United States
Free event at Premiere Cinema 14. Hosted by Way-FM. Bring a diaper donation for additional giveaways. Donated diapers to help babies in need and struggling parents in our community through Bundles of Hope Diaper Bank.

Worship Leader Boot Camp
2018-07-27 - 2018-07-28 | Samford University, United States
Worship Leader Boot Camp is an intensive 24-hour training experience for student worship leaders and student worship teams. With a practical focus on music skills and principles of worship leadership, Worship Leader Boot Camp prepares teenage youth worship leaders to plan, rehearse, and lead worship for their peers during the Fall semester.
Registration closes July 6, 2018. Learn more: https://www.samford.edu/worship-arts/boot-camp

KId's "Big Conference"
2018-07-29 18:00 - 2018-07-31 20:30 | The Gathering Place – Calera Campus, 6107n US-31, Calera, 35040, United States

Sav-A-Life Vestavia Volunteer Training
2018-07-30 18:00 - 20:30, 2018-08-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Alabama Pregnancy Test Center, 1480 McGuire Rd., Birmingham, AL, 35216, United States
Class room training 6-8:30pm July 23,26, 30 and August 6, 2018 for women and men interested in serving the clients who visit the center for services. 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 becoming a volunteer contact Megan or Steve at 205-979-0302 or email: MeganMcCarley@savalife.org, SteveLongenecker@savalife.org. To get involved donate or learn more visit www.savalife.org, 205-979-0302.

Christopher Duffley's Open Your Heart 2018 Tour
2018-08-03 - 2018-08-05 | St. Patrick Catholic Church, 301 Shamrock Trail, Adamsville, AL, 35005, United States
Meet this 17-year-old musician, gifted speaker, and podcaster who happens to be blind and living with autism. Aug.3-4, 7pm Praise & Worship with a meet-and-greet and light refreshments. Aug.5 Noon lunch, concert, and sending forth service: Mission Possible! Admission to all events free, but tickets are required. Seating is General Admission and first-come, first-serve. To guarantee a seat, please arrive and be seated no later than 6:50pm on Fri. and Sat. and 11:45am on Sun. After these times, any remaining seats will be made available to walk-up guests,205-798-5326.

Under the Sea!
2018-08-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Make a Socktopus, create a new species of jellyfish, design your own egg submarine and test it in the water table. It’s all happening at the Children’s Hands on Museum. Activities part of admission. www.chomonline.org, 205-349-4235.

Back to School Celebration
2018-08-05 10:00 - 12:30 | New Life Interfaith Ministries, 1600 8th Avenue North, Bessemer, AL, 35020, United States
Hosted by New Life Interfaith Ministries, 10am service concludes with communion and prayer over all preschool, elementary, middle, and high school students, as well as college students. Give away of free school supplies (while supplies last), along with free hot dogs, chips, drinks, and ice cream on the grounds. 205-425-4735.

Wednesdays in August
2018-08-08, 2018-08-15, 2018-08-22, 2018-08-29 | Clearbranch Methodist, 8051 Glenn Rd, Trussville, AL, 35173, United States
Free events hosted by Clearbranch United Methodist, Trussville. A Night of Prayer August 8 featuring music, prayer and a special message from Pastor Vaughn Stafford. A Night for Kids August 15 featuring activities and programming for our children. A Night of Laughs August 22 with comedian Jermaine “Funnymaine” Johnson. A Night of Worship August 29 at the Clearbranch lake, bring a lawn chair, clearbranch.org.

Hand In Paw's 18th Annual Picasso Pets
2018-08-11 18:00 - 22:00 | The Harbert Center, United States
Join Hand in Paw at this year’s most color-filled event: the 18th Annual Picasso Pets on Saturday, August 11th. Picasso Pets is Hand in Paw’s largest fundraiser and one of Birmingham’s liveliest galas. Guests can mingle with star therapy animals, peruse a top-notch silent auction, sip craft beer, wine, and specialty cocktails, enjoy a delicious seated dinner, and participate in an incredible live auction. To purchase tickets and sponsorships, or to learn more about Picasso Pets, please visit www.picassopets.com.

GATHER-BACK TO SCHOOL CALL TO PRAYER
2018-08-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Heardmont Park, 5458 Cahaba Valley Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
Join us Sunday, August 12th for a community wide event at Heardmont Football Stadium as we lift up our schools, neighborhoods and the entire county. Prayer service from 5:00 pm-6:00 pm, with gates opening at 4:30 pm. Food trucks and fellowship to follow.

Aging Parents Seminar
2018-08-18 08:00 - 12:00 | Clearbranch Methodist, 8051 Glenn Rd, Trussville, AL, 35173, United States
Topics that will be covered are:

Wills, Living Wills, Power of Attorney, Advanced Directives, Durable Power of Attorney, Daily Finances, Finance Preparation, Communicating with your parents, Normal aging vs. not normal aging, and SOOOOO much more!!!
ALL are invited!!! You, your parents, your children who have children…this information will help you in the long run!!
Attendance is free, but registration is requested by going to: clearbranch.org/events and clicking on the “Aging Parents Seminar” option.

Weird Contest Day
2018-08-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Compete for prizes in weird and wacky contests throughout the Children’s Hands On Museum, Tuscaloosa. Activities part of admission, www.chomonline.org, 205-349-4235.

Kingdom Kids Fall/Winter Consignment Sale
2018-08-22 - 2018-08-25 | Gardendale Mt. Vernon United Methodist, 805 Crest Drive, Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
Featuring new and gently used clothing (sizes infant – teen), shoes furniture, baby gear, toys, books and more. Many items 50% off on Saturday. Supports missions. Gardendale Mt. Vernon United Methodist, 805 Crest Dr. Gardendale, www.kingdomkidsconsignment.com.

Restoration Swings
2018-08-24 09:00 - 13:30 | Top Golf Birmingham, 1111 24th St N, Birmingham, AL, 35234, United States
1st Annual Golf Tournament hosted by the Will Bright Foundation at Top Golf Birmingham. 9am Tee Off, 9am-10:30am hot breakfast buffet, 12pm awards. Proceeds benefit the Foundation and its first transitional living facility Restoration Springs. Register for the tournament and donate to the foundation at willbrightfoundation.com

Flapjacks for Foster Children
2018-08-25 07:00 - 11:30 | Southland Restaurant, 5833 Skyland Blvd E., Cottondale, 35453, United States
Pancake Breakfast to benefit orphans and foster children Saturday, August 25, 2018 at Southland Restaurant 7-11:30 am. All proceeds will help our local foster children. This is the annual fundraising event for Defend the Orphans Ministry of Coaling Baptist Church. We will have Foster Care and Adoption info available, Defend the Orphans T shirts, Free Face painting and glitter tattoos. All you can eat menu includes pancakes with deluxe toppings, sausage, grits, juice, milk and coffee. Tickets are $8 for Adults and kids are $5. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance at Southland Restaurant and Coaling Baptist Church. Call 205-556-2775 for info.

Let’s Go Fly A Kite
2018-08-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Design your own kite and take home, add your personal touch to the Children’s Hands On Museum kite. Activities part of admission. www.chomonline.org, 205-349-4235.

Bulls, Bands and Barrels
2018-08-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Legacy Arena BJCC, 1001 19th St N, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Featuring Riley Green with Trea Landon and the Wilson Brothers Band as well as 2x World Champion Bull Rider Chris Shivers, www.ticketmaster.com.
