Drive Thru Prayer
2021-08-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-08-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-08-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Christ the King Lutheran Church, 611 Riverchase parkway west, Hoover, AL, 35244, United States
Drive Thru Prayer is offered every Saturday from 10am to 11am in the parking lot of Christ the King Lutheran Church on the corner of Highway 31 and 611 Riverchase Parkway East in Hoover.
Come to receive prayer OR to serve by praying with those who drive thru to receive prayer or by standing holding signs advertising Drive Thru Prayer!

Shelby County Job Fair
2021-08-17 09:00 - 12:00 | The Old Mill Square, 105 West College Street, Columbiana, AL, 35051, United States
The Alabaster Career Center is hosting a Shelby County Job Fair from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. at the Old Mill Square, Grande Hall, 105 W. College Street, Columbiana, AL. The Job Fair is free and open to the public and there will be food trucks on site! For more information, call 205-663-2542 or email alabaster@alcc.alabama.gov.

Seraphic Sound Studio w/ Kevin Derryberry
2021-08-17 19:30 - 20:30, 2021-08-24 19:30 - 20:30, 2021-08-31 19:30 - 20:30 | AL
Seraphic Sound Studio Live is a weekly concert live from Seraphic Sound Recording Studio hosted online by Kevin Derryberry. Join Kevin along with family and friends each week on Facebook & Youtube as they share music, praise and worship, scripture, stories and more. Kevin invites online guest to be apart of the show with comments, prayer request and stories. You can watch past shows archived on Kevin Derryberry’s Facebook page or Youtube Channel. Check it out on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.

Summer Social Series with K Marie Kitchen
2021-08-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Gardendale Public Library, 995 Mt. Olive Road, Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
Please join K Marie Kitchen for her social summer series sharing recipes and entertaining ideas at the Gardendale Public Library! Learn more here.

Defend the Orphans Kickball Tournament
2021-08-21 | Coaling Park, 11281 Stephens Loop, Coaling, AL, 35453, United States
Play kickball at Coaling Ballpark, 11281 Stephens Loop, Coaling, AL 35453. All proceeds will go to the “Defend the Orphans” ministry. $150 Team Registration includes lunch. Form teams and confirm attendance by contacting Travis Seagle at 205-394-2858 or email travis@coalingbaptist.com.

The Parenting Project at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church
2021-08-22 16:30 - 18:30 | Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church, 2061 Kentucky Avenue, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, United States
Parents, could you use some encouragement, inspiration and practical parenting ideas? Please join us to hear Dr. Al Saunders, Director of Wellspring Christian Counseling Clinic, on August 22 and August 29. Dr. Saunders will present the biggest counseling issues he sees in children. There will be professional counselors guiding breakout groups after each presentation. August 22 is for parents of children 1-11 years old. We will meet from 4:30-6:30 pm in Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church‘s Fellowship Hall. Childcare is provided. Register at www.vhumc.org/smallgroups

Mayor's Prayer Breakfast Vestavia Hills
2021-08-24 07:00 - 08:30 | Vestavie County Club, 400 Beaumont Drive, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, United States
Hear from Brodie Croyle, Executive Director of Big Oak Ranch at Vestavia Country Club, 400 Beaumont Drive. Buffet opens at 7am with the program at 7:30am. Tickets are $20 and are available for purchase at www.vestaviahills.org or call 205-823-5011.

Birmingham Restaurant Week presents Tito’s &Tapas: An Evening at Ovenbird
2021-08-25 17:30 - 20:00 | Ovenbird, 2810 3rd Ave S #200, Birmingham, AL, 35233, United States
Birmingham’s premier dining-out event, Birmingham Restaurant Week (BRW), is happening now through August 29. BRW is excited to present “Tito’s & Tapas: An Evening at Ovenbird” to be held Wednesday, August 25 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Ovenbird Sous Chef Justin Mooney will prepare a three-course tapas menu. In addition to a sophisticated dining experience, guests may enjoy storytelling from Ovenbird and Tito’s.
Indulge yourself in a luxurious night out – whether it be for date night, girls night out or just a night out for one because you deserve it. Plus, it’s for a good cause. A portion of proceeds from the event will be donated to the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama to help end hunger tomorrow. Each year, the Community Food Bank supplies millions of meals to more than 250 food pantries, shelters and children’s programs across Central Alabama. Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Ovenbird and Birmingham Restaurant Week are pleased to partner in this donation to give back to those who need it most.
Tickets are available to purchase for $150. To reserve your spot, please email info@ovenbirdrestaurant.com or call (205) 957-6686. For details on this event and all other BRW events, visit www.bhamrestaurantweek.com/events.
Menu to include:
Passed:
First Course
Empanadas: Chef-Inspired Filling, Black Bean Salsa, Cilantro
Deviled Eggs: Candied Jalapenos
Sal Sandia Cocktail: Watermelon, Lime Juice, Campari, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Salted Watermelon Garnish
Family-Style:
Second Course
Seared Scallops: Fennel and Herb Puree, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes
Grilled Spinalous: Harissa, Sweet Peppers
Kissed By a Rosemary Cocktail: Rosemary, Lemon, Vermouth, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Smoked Rosemary Garnish
Dessert
Espresso Flan with Caramel
Birmingham’s premier dining-out event, BRW, is happening now through August 29. Hungry for more information about BRW? Visit www.bhamrestaurantweek.com!

Kingdom Kids Fall-Winter Consignment Sale
2021-08-26 - 2021-08-28 | Gardendale Mt Vernon United Methodist, 805 Crest Dr., Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
Featuring gently-used infant and children’s clothing, shoes, baby gear, toys, costumes and dancewear. Visit www.kingdomkidsconsignment.com for sale hours, Gardendale Mt. Vernon UMC, 805 Crest Drive. Profits support missions.

Coffee with Cathy
2021-08-26 07:30 - 08:30 | BMSS Wesson Health Management, 3500 Colonnade Parkway Suite 150, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Hear the vision for Banks Academy from Dr. Cathy Trimble. 7:30am-8:30am at BMSS Wesson Wealth Management 3500 Colonnade Parkway, Suite 150, Birmingham, AL 35243. RSVP by contacting Mrs. Corey Milner at 205-266-8634 or cmilner@banksacademy.org.

The Parenting Project at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church
2021-08-29 16:30 - 18:30 | Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church, 2061 Kentucky Avenue, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, United States
Parents, could you use some encouragement, inspiration and practical parenting ideas? Please join us to hear Dr. Al Saunders, Director of Wellspring Christian Counseling Clinic, on August 22 and August 29. Dr. Saunders will present the biggest counseling issues he sees in children. There will be professional counselors guiding breakout groups after each presentation. August 29 is for parents of children 12-18 years old. We will meet from 4:30-6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church. Childcare is provided. Register at www.vhumc.org/smallgroups

The Roverchase Foundation Service Dog Graduation Gala 2021
2021-08-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Gabrella Manor, 8912 4th Ave. S., Birmingham, AL, 35206, United States
The Roverchase Foundation is pleased to announce its Service Dog Graduation Gala, taking place Sunday, Aug. 29 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Gabrella Manor, located at 8912 4th Ave. S. Guests are invited to attend a special graduation ceremony honoring the Roverchase Service Dog Program class of 2021. Proceeds from the event benefit the Roverchase Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit committed to providing financial aid for individuals with disabilities in need of a life-changing, professionally-trained, service dog.
Five service dog graduates, Dewflower, Dill, Dragon, Duck and Cahaba, will be honored during the August graduation and will officially be given to their specially chosen recipient with disabilities. Guests will have the privilege of watching the official “handing over of the leash” ceremony. Following the ceremony, the mask-querade-themed celebration will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres, beverages and special festivities at the Gabrella Manor, including a silent auction.
This year’s recipients range in ages from 12 to 50 years old and are residents of Birmingham and Chelsea, Ala., and Navarre, Fla. They suffer from conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Kabuki Syndrome, Epilepsy and more.
As part of the Roverchase service puppy training program, the dogs go through 18 months of training sessions and then will go on to work for 8-10 years upon being matched with their recipients. Their specially trained jobs help change the lives of their recipients by increasing their freedom and independence. It takes approximately $30,000-$40,000 to raise and train a single service dog.
Bidding in the virtual silent auction begins Thursday, Aug. 19 and ends the night of the gala on Aug. 29. With items added daily, the auction includes several big-ticket items such as a set of diamond hoop earrings from Diamonds Direct, antiques, annual vaccination and health visits for pets from veterinarians, gift cards from restaurants and much more.
Tickets for the event are $50 per person and can be purchased here. The mask-querade-themed celebration will feature hors d’oeuvres and special festivities, including a virtual silent auction. Bidding in the virtual silent auction found here takes place Aug. 19-29 and includes several big-ticket items such as a set of diamond hoop earrings from Diamonds Direct, antiques, health visits from veterinarians, restaurant gift cards and much more. To learn more about Roverchase service dogs, visit theroverchasefoundation.org/.

Dove Days at Mark's Outdoors
2021-09-02 - 2021-09-03 | Mark’s Outdoors, 1400-B Montgomery Highway, Vestavia, AL, 35216, United States
Mark’s Outdoors will have lots of great savings and fun as a way to thank all of our loyal customers during Dove Days on September 2-3. Check out more here.

GriefShare Classes Begin
2021-09-02 19:00 - 20:45 | Faith Church, 4601 Valleydale Road, Birmingham, Alabama, 35242, United States
If you’ve lost a loved one, GriefShare provides a friendly, caring group of people to walk alongside you. Classes offered online and in person for 14 weeks on Thursday nights, 7pm-8:45pm at Faith Church (Lower Level), 4601 Valleydale Rd, 35242, www.griefshare.org/groups/134472.

Calera Main Street Presents First Friday
2021-09-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Calera Main Street, 7901 Highway 31, Calera, AL, 35040, United States
Join Calera Main Street as we present our First Friday! Each month, we will showcase local vendors, artisans, musicians, food trucks, and specials from our Main Street merchants! Bring the entire family out for a fun evening in Historic Downtown Calera.
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If you are interested in becoming a vendor, bring a food truck, or play live music, please email us at: calerafirstfriday@gmail.com

Values-Based Investing Workshop
2021-09-07 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.

Evening of Dreams with Sozo Children
2021-09-09 17:30 - 21:00 | The Club, Birmingham, 1 Robert Smith Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35209, United States
Sozo Children International, a Birmingham, Alabama based nonprofit ministry dedicated to serving at-risk children in Uganda, will host its annual fundraising Gala at The Club on September 9, 2021. The “Evening of Dreams” will feature a silent auction from 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. with a dinner and live auction from 7 p.m.-9 p.m.

Tinglewood Festival
2021-09-11 10:00 - 17:00 | Orr Park, Park Drive, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
Enjoy free admission at Orr Park in Montevallo, Park Drive, 35115 for the Tinglewood Festival. Includes chainsaw carving exhibition, whittling contest, artist booths, kids activities, wooden boat races and more! 10am-5pm, www.tinglewoodfestival.com. Learn more here.

Grandparents' Day/Grandparents' Day of Prayer
2021-09-12 | AL
Join in prayer for your grandchildren on this day and every day! Established by the prayer ministry of Christian Grandparenting Network, Grandparents’ Day of Prayer coincides with National Grandparents’ Day. The purpose of Grandparents’ Day of Prayer is to raise an awareness of prayer among today’s Christian grandparents. Visit www.christiangrandparenting.com for a list of ways to participate, including a 30-Day Prayer Challenge giving thanks to God for your grandchildren and praying for their new school year. Read here some simple ways grandparents can live out their faith spending time with their grandchildren.

Coffee with Cathy
2021-09-16 07:30 - 08:30 | OneAscent Wealth, 23 Inverness Center Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
Hear the vision for Banks Academy from Dr. Cathy Trimble. 7:30am-8:30am at OneAscent 23 Inverness Center Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35242. RSVP by contacting Mrs. Corey Milner at 205-266-8634 or cmilner@banksacademy.org.

Bike MS: Tour de Beach 2021
2021-09-18 - 2021-09-19 | Gulf Shores, Alabama, Gulf Shores, AL, United States
Thomas Waters, State Farm is once again riding in the Bike MS: Tour de Beach on September 18-19 in Gulf Shores! The team is cycling toward a world free of MS. To learn more and support Waters’ team and help them reach their team goal of $15,000, click here.

Art on the Rocks
2021-09-18 - 2021-09-19 | Noccalula Falls, 1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, 35904, United States
Arts and Crafts Show at Noccalula Falls, 10am-5pm each day, Admission $6 adults, $4 Children 4-12, free for children 3 and under. Season passes accepted, www.greatergadsden.com, 888-565-0411.

Hold the Fort 5k & 10k
2021-09-18 08:00 - 11:00 | Oak Mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Dr., Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
This race is benefitting Blanket Fort Hope’s mission to restore child survivors of sex trafficking in Alabama. The 5k and 10k race will be held simultaneously from 8am-11am at Oak Mountain State Park. Race fees: $30 for 5k; $35 for 10k; $25 for 1 Mile Warrior Walk. The day includes Giveaways, 14 Award Categories, Refreshments, Free Park Access, Free T-Shirt for first 150 entries plus $250 Cash Prizes to Top 10k male and female! Read more about Blanket Fort Hope here.

Holy Smokes at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church
2021-09-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church, 2061 Kentucky Avenue, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, United States
Gentlemen, come join us for a night of action packed fund! On Sunday, September 19, Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church will have whole hogs cooked by Rodney Scott’s BBQ, axe throwing, and speakers you want to hear. Rodney Scott’s Pit Master will share expert grilling tips and Stephen Bunn, Chaplain to the PGA, will share about his faith journey. We will meet from 5:30-7:30 pm in Dick Kelly Park. Register at: www.vhumc.org/smallgroups

Sav-A-Life Shelby 2021 Life Banquet
2021-09-21 18:30 - 20:00 | The Old Mill Square, 105 West College Street, Columbiana, AL, 35051, United States
Join Sav-A-Life Shelby for the 2021 Life Banquet on September 21 at the Old Mill Square in Columbiana. Fundraiser benefitting the Pregnancy Resource Center. Dr. Marc Newman is the Guest Speaker. Dinner will be provided by Bertolone’s Italian Cuisine. RSVP by registering at shelbybanquet.org.

See You At The Pole: Just Pray
2021-09-22 | AL
See You at the Pole 2021 “Just Pray,” the Annual Global Day of Student Prayer, is Wednesday, September 22. All around the globe, in every time zone, millions of students will meet at their school’s flagpole for a time of prayer for the 31st Annual See You at the Pole (SYATP).
SYATP is a student-initiated, student organized and student-led event. SYATP is about one simple thing – STUDENTS in PRAYER. Before school, tens of thousands of students locally meet together at their school’s flagpole in prayer for their friends, families, school, city, state and nation. This year’s SYATP emphasis is “Just Pray,” taken from James 4:10 in the Bible.
First Priority Greater Birmingham will once again coordinate SYATP efforts for Greater Birmingham through students gathering virtually and in-person at their school’s flagpole or at a different location on the morning of September 22, to pray for their school, teachers, classmates, community and our nation and community rallies, planned by local First Priority student volunteers and adults, that will be held on the evening of September 22.
