Birmingham Christian Family Magazine

World's Longest Yard Sale
2022-08-04 - 2022-08-07 | Noccalula Falls, 1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL, 35904, United States
Sale begins at Noccalula Falls Park in Gadsden and extends up scenic Lookout Mountain Parkway to Chattanooga and all the way to Michigan, www.greatergadsden.com.

Community Resource Day
2022-08-04 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Titusville Branch Library, 2 6th Ave SW, Birmingham, AL, 35211, United States
Program held at Titusville Branch Library at 10am for families. Items available include food boxes, produce boxes, diapers and more. To complete mandatory registration, call 205-322-1140

Weekend of Prayer Over Alabama Students
2022-08-06 09:00 - 2022-08-09 19:00 | AL
Join First Priority of Greater Birmingham in praying for students, teachers , faculty and administration before the 2022-2023 school year begins.
The following are locations where specific prayer events will be taking place during Weekend of Prayer. Join a prayer walk or hold one in your community!
Saturday, August 6
Minor Schools Prayer Walk at 9 a.m. – Love Fellowship, 1150 Hillcrest Rd, Adamsville, AL 35005
Sunday, August 7
Oak Mountain High School Prayer Walk at 2 p.m. – Oak Mountain High School, 5476 Caldwell Mill Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242
Helena Back to School Prayer Event at 6 p.m. – Helena High School Front Parking Lot, 1310 Hillsboro Pkwy, Helena, AL 35080
Hewitt-Trussville High School Prayer Walk at 7 p.m. – Hewitt-Trussville High School Front Parking Lot, 6450 Husky Parkway, Trussville, AL 35173
Monday, August 8
The following prayer walks will take place:
Erwin Middle School at 10 a.m. – 532 23rd Ave NW, Center Point, AL 35215
Banks Academy at 11:30 a.m. – 8301 8th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35206
Center Point High School at 1 p.m. – 1000 Eagle Drive, Center Point, AL 35215
Tuesday, August 9
Hoover High School’s Undivided Club will be hosting a Prayer Walk at 7 p.m. in front of the school – 1000 Buccaneer Drive, Hoover, AL 35244
Learn more at www.firstpriorityal.com.

Day of Prayer with Sav-A-Life Shelby
2022-08-13 08:00 - 11:00 | Sav-A-Life Shelby, Inc. Chelsea Location, 15582 US-280, Chelsea, AL, 35043, United States
Sav-A-Life Shelby Inc. is opening a new location in Chelsea this fall. In anticipation of the opening, Sav-A-Life Shelby Inc. is having a Day of Prayer at the new office space, 15582 US-280, Chelsea, on August 13 from 8-11am. The community is invited. Click here, call 205-776-1247, or email info@savalifeshelby.org for more information.

Smoke in the Park Backyard BBQ Competition
2022-08-13 10:00 - 20:00 | E.C. Wilson Park, Nancy Carrol Avenue, Gadsden, AL, 35905, United States
10am-8pm, E.C. Wilson Park, Gadsden. Live music, duck race, corn hole tournament, antique car show, www.greatergadsden.com.

Shades Community Carnival
2022-08-17 17:30 - 20:00 | Shades Mountain Baptist, 2017 Columbiana Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35216, United States
Shades Community Carnival is coming August 17 from 5:30-8:00pm at Shades Mountain Baptist Church. This is going to be a fun time for families of all ages with rides, games, inflatables and more! Admission, rides and games are free. Tickets for food items can be purchased for $1. Learn more at www.shades.org.

Community Block Party!
2022-08-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Meadow Brook Baptist Church, 4984 Meadow Brook Rd., Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
All are invited to Meadow Brook Baptist Church on August 17 for a Community Block Party with food trucks, games, inflatables and more! 6pm-7:30pm, www.meadowbrookbaptist.org.

1-Year Drive-Thru Celebration! - Buck Creek
2022-08-19 13:00 - 18:00 | Buck Creek Coffee, 2947 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
It’s been a year since Buck Creek Coffee added their drive-thru service! Join them on Friday, August 19 from 1pm – 6pm. They will have the Downeast Lobster Company food truck out front. Both the coffee house and drive-thru will be opened!

Habitat for Humanity Dragon Boat Festival
2022-08-20 08:00 - 12:00 | Coosa River Board Walk, Gadsden, AL, 35901, United States
8am-Noon, Coosa River Board Walk, Gadsden 35901, www.greatergadsden.com.

Paw Patrol Live
2022-08-20 10:00 - 16:00 | BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Enjoy The Great Pirate Adventure on August 20-21 at the BJCC Concert Hall, www.pawpatrollive.com.

Kingdom Kids Fall/Winter Consignment Sale
2022-08-25 08:00 - 2022-08-27 12:00 | Hope Church- A Community Church, 805 Crest Drive, Gardendale, AL, 35071, United States
Features gently-used infant and children’s clothing, shoes, baby gear, toys and dancewear! Shop at Hope Church, 805 Crest Drive, Gardendale. Thursday: 8am-7pm; Friday: 8am-5pm; Saturday: 7am-12pm. Many items 50% off on Saturday! Profits support missions, www.kingdomkidsconsignment.com.

Heading Back to School with ADHD: Your Toolbox for a Successful Year
2022-08-29 17:00 - 18:00 | Arc of Shelby County, 203 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Get ready for back to school with The Arc of Shelby County’s workshop for parents of children with ADHD that will provide tips and tricks for a successful year. Learn more at www.thearcofshelby.org.

Dove Days at Mark's Outdoors
2022-09-01 - 2022-09-02 | Mark’s Outdoors, 1400-B Montgomery Highway, Vestavia, AL, 35216, United States
Visit Mark’s Outdoors, 1400-b Montgomery Highway, 35216, for great savings and more, www.marksoutdoors.com.

GriefShare Classes Begin
2022-09-01 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 online and at Faith Church, 4601 Valleydale Rd, 35242, www.griefshare.org/groups/149626.

Gem & Mineral Show
2022-09-02 09:00 - 2022-09-04 16:00 | Bessemer Civic Center, 1130 9th Avenue SW, Bessemer, AL, 35022, United States
Browse through more than a hundred tables of fascinating gem, mineral and fossil specimens, handcrafted jewelry and decorative items from local and visiting artists and vendors at the Annual Gem Show, hosted by the Alabama Mineral and Lapidary Society on September 2-4 at the Bessemer Civic Center. Seasoned rock hounds to casual collectors, ALL are welcome! A geode cracker is on site to mechanically split whole geodes. Family friendly. Friday – Saturday: 9am – 6pm; Sunday : 10am – 4pm. $5 for adults, $3 for teens, free for ages 12 and under. For more information, email amlsgemshow@gmail.com.

Seraphic Sounds Studio Live w/ Kevin Derryberry
2022-09-06 19:30 - 20:30, 2022-09-13 19:30 - 20:30, 2022-09-20 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.

Friday Nights at the Cove
2022-09-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Owl’s Cove Park, 737 Main Street, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
Join us in beautiful downtown Montevallo for an evening of live entertainment! Each event will feature a different musician and food truck at Owl’s Cove Park (737 Main Street). This family-friendly, free admission event is the perfect way to kick off your weekend. Bring a chair or picnic blanket and make yourself at home on Main Street! The music begins at 6:30 PM. Swanglish (Swahili+English) is an intercultural music group that primarily utilizes East African and Western music styles. Band leader, Ben Ndalima, studied music in the USA & is a native of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania! Sponsor: Team Lehman – Keller Williams Metro South. Featured Food Truck: To be announced, M&M’s Lemonade Stand For more information, contact us at mainstreet(at)cityofmontevallo.com or 205-597-9322.

Tinglewood Festival
2022-09-10 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.

Banks Academy Open House
2022-09-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Banks Academy, 700 Huffman Road, Birmingham, AL, 35215, United States
Meet Banks Academy faculty, students and the board from 5:30-7pm, 700 Huffman Road. Free event, RSVP requested, bhart@banksacademy.org, www.banksacademy.org.

Be Well by Brookdale: Experience a Community of Good Health
2022-09-14 14:00 - 15:30 | Brookdale University Park, 400 University Park Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35209, United States
Visit Brookdale University Park, 400 University Park Drive, Birmingham, 35209, to receive for information on all areas of wellness while enjoying appetizers. 2pm, www.brookdale.com, 205-870-0786.

Vino’s Pooches on the Patio
2022-09-15 17:30 - 20:30 | Vino, 1930 Cahaba Road, Mountain Brook, AL, 35223, United States
You’re invited – and so is your pooch! Vino, Birmingham’s premier Mediterranean restaurant, is hosting its annual Pooches on the Patio event to celebrate its 11th anniversary from 5:30pm-8:30pm benefitting the Greater Birmingham Humane Society (GBHS). Vino will be featuring classic Vino dishes along with its regular menu. Guests are invited to bring their dogs and join the celebration, and the GBHS will also be onsite with adoptable dogs. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made by calling 205-870-8404 or by visiting www.vinobirmingham.com/reservations/.

5th Annual God Is Bigger Movement Bass Fishing Tournament
2022-09-17 04:00 - 17:00 | Lakeside Park, Cropwell, AL, AL, United States
The God Is Bigger Movement (GIBM) is looking for anglers for the 5th Annual God Is Bigger Movement Bass Fishing Tournament to be held on Saturday, Sept. 17th, at Lakeside Park/Sports Complex in Pell City, Ala. Proceeds from the tournament will be used for the sole purpose to continue spreading the God is Bigger Movement worldwide. Learn more at www.gibmovement.com. Paid anglers will be provided breakfast, lunch and one free draw prize ticket. Registered boat numbers will be entered for a chance to win one of two $250 Bass Pro gift cards. Draw prize tickets will be available for anglers and spectators for a $5.00 donation or 5 tickets for a $20.00 donation. Must be present at the time of drawing to win any draw prizes!
Over the past 11 years, with the proceeds from GIBM merchandise and fundraisers, over 700,000 grey silicone bracelets have been given out worldwide to missionaries, refuge centers, outreach programs, victims of human trafficking, flood, fire & mass shootings, for those who are hurting or lost, or given to total strangers as a reminder that, “When life gets big, God is bigger.” The ministry is based on Luke 1:37 “For with God nothing shall be impossible.”

Hold the Fort 5K & 10K
2022-09-17 08:00 - 11:00 | Oak Mountain State Park Dogwood Pavilion, 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Benefitting Blanket Fort Hope’s mission to restore child survivors of sex trafficking in Ala. 8am-11am at Oak Mountain State Park- Dogwood Pavilion, 200 Terrace Drive, 35124, www.holdthefortraces.com.

Superhero Fire
2022-09-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Hanceville Civic Center, 902 Commercial Street, Hanceville, AL, 35077, United States
Enjoy free admission and free food and meet various vendors including advocates for suicide prevention, domestic violence, addiction recovery and human trafficking. Plus, the Wal-Mart Heart and Hanceville Fire Truck will both be on site. The guest speaker is Lacy Tolar of Rescue 1 Global, Tennessee. 4-6pm at Hanceville Civic Center, 902 Commerical St. Hanceville 35077, www.cook-ministries.com.

The Birthing Room - Prayer Conference
2022-09-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Embassy Suites by Hilton Hoover, 2960 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover, AL, 35224, United States
Join us for a night of prophetic intercession led by Lady Kena Pitts of Regeneration Church and guest ministers: Pastor Rita Smith, Pastor Angelic Simmons, and Evangelist Melissa Smith. Prepare to be delivered, transformed, to birth the supernatural, and thrust into your NEXT! Saturday, September 17 at 6pm, Embassy Suites by Hilton Birmingham Hoover. Click here to register for free. Event hosted by Lady Kena Pitts, Regeneration Church, www.WeAreRegeneration.org.

Regeneration Church - Opening Service
2022-09-18 09:30 - 11:00 | AmStar Cinemas, 820 Colonial Promenade Pkwy, Alabaster, AL, 35007, United States
Pastor JG & Lady Kena Pitts cordially invite you to celebrate the opening of Regeneration Church on Sunday, September 18, 2022 at 9:30am at AmStar Cinemas Alabaster. Learn more and sign up for email updates at www.WeAreRegeneration.org.

Women Entrepreneurs Networking - Birmingham, AL
2022-09-20 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hub, 174 Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL, 35209, United States
Are you purpose-driven and interested in startups, small businesses, side hustles, and entrepreneurship? Don’t miss 3rd Tuesday meet-ups! We invite you to come network, share and collaborate with like-minded women entrepreneurs.

Sav-A-Life Shelby 2022 Fundraising Banquet
2022-09-20 19:00 - 21:00 | The Old Mill Square, 105 West College Street, Columbiana, AL, 35051, United States
Join Sav-A-Life Shelby at the Old Mill Square in Columbiana. Fundraiser benefitting the Pregnancy Resource Center. Lauren Roman is the Guest Speaker. Dinner will be provided by Bertolone’s Italian Cuisine. RSVP by registering at shelbybanquet.org.
