VBS at Bluff Park UMC will be held July 13-17, 2026 from 8:30am to noon each day. This event is free and open to rising 4K-5th grade. The theme this year is Rainforest Falls – Exploring the Nature of God! Kids will experience opening worship, music, imagination station, recreation, Bible story time, and closing celebration. Register at bluffparkumc.org/kids.
Discover why so many families choose Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School (OLS School)! New student families are invited to Open House on Sunday, January 25, from 2:00–4:00 p.m.
At OLS School, we proudly nurture the religious, academic, and social growth of every child from 3K through 8th grade. We believe that education is about more than academics; it is about forming the whole person.
At Open House, families can:
For more information about our Open House, call the school office at 205.879.3237. You can also visit olsschool.com to complete an application and to learn about programs that assist with tuition and fees for kindergarten through 8th grade. We are growing our children in knowledge and faith…we invite you to Experience the Difference!
You’re invited to the 3rd Annual Impact Road Race at Oak Mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, 35124, on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 8-10 am. The 5K and 10K courses are certified by the USATF. 5K – AL25028JE 10K – AL25027JE
* Gift card prizes for the top overall 10K & 5K Male & Female
* Race event t-shirt & swag bag for first 125 people to check in (sizes subject to availability)
* Awards for 14 categories plus finisher medals
* Every runner and walker has a chance to win a wonderful prize from one of the race’s generous sponsors
Learn more at impactroadrace.com.
It’s pawty time! Bring your furry friends and enjoy an evening of delectable Mediterranean cuisine and more while supporting the Greater Birmingham Humane Society (GBHS). Pooches on the Patio, hosted by Vino, will be from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. For reservations and more information, visit www.vinobirmingham.com or call 205-870-8404. Bone appétit!
Join The Parkinson Association of Alabama for their Inaugural Tulip Gala on September 18 starting at 6 p.m. at The Country Club of Birmingham. This event will be an unforgettable evening dedicated to raising critical funds for the thousands of Alabama families affected by Parkinson’s disease.
Together, we’ll raise hope and critical funds for Alabama families living with Parkinson’s disease. The night will include a cocktail reception, an elegant seated dinner, live and silent auctions, a wine pull, raffle, and unforgettable music by Dr. Harrison Walker and Cooper & Johnson Trent. Black tie optional. Learn more at tulipgala.org.
Divorce Care at Double Oak Community Church (located in the town of Mt Laurel)
Divorce Care is a video-based support group that provides practical tools for coping with separation or divorce. This group is open to anyone in our community to attend free of charge. The Divorce Care workbook is available for a discounted rate of $10.
Divorce Care will meet on Wednesdays starting August 13 through November 19, 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm.
The group will meet in The Annex (located on the back side of the Double Oak Community Church-Community Building located at 112 Olmsted Street). A small parking lot area is located on the back side of the building and the entrance to the Annex faces that parking lot.
Divorce Care is a part of the church’s MidWeek programming, so events will be taking place at the same time for Preschool (Birth-PreK), Kids (K-5th), Middle School (6th-8th) and High School (9th-12th) should you have children that would like to attend.
Please contact Bud & Mary Ussery for more information about Divorce Care ([email protected]) or call the church for details at 205-995-9752.
FOODIES! Join us for Birmingham Restaurant Week (BRW) 2025 – Summer Edition’s street-food fare at our Food Truck Pop-Up Park at City Walk Bham happening during BRW! Make plans to get some grub on Saturday, July 26 (2 to 7 p.m.) at City Walk’s GREEN Block West space at 2200 9th Avenue North. GREEN Block is located directly in front of the main entrance to Legacy Arena on 9th Avenue North and 19th Street. This event, featuring over 10 next-level food trucks from the Birmingham community, is bringing all the flavors to one central location. A’s Kitchen, Corazon Mexican Food, Pandy’s Sno Biz & Treats, The Lil Bougie Foodie, The Good Bird, Taco Tuesday, Stephen’s Hot Dog Wagon, Fat Charles BBQ, Snowie Yummyice LLC, Birmingham Wings & Waffles, and MORE will be bringing the flavor game to this year’s BRW Summer Edition! Visit www.bhamrestaurantweek.com for more details.
Autism Support of Alabama invites you to a meaningful and memorable evening at the Autism Shines Gala—an elegant event that raises funds for vital programs supporting individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. Guests will enjoy live music from the Crystal Clear Band, a sensitivity-inclusive dinner, and a 360 photo booth experience. FOX6’s Jeh Jeh Pruitt will serve as emcee, with a mix of inspiring stories and high-energy entertainment throughout the night.
Since its inception, the Autism Shines Gala has become a beloved tradition, bringing the community together for an evening of connection, celebration, and support. Funds raised help Autism Support of Alabama continue its mission of providing education, advocacy, and services, including camps, conferences, support groups, safety initiatives, scholarships, and more. Tickets are $150 and can be purchased at autism-alabama.org/autism-shines-gala! For more info, call 1-877-4AUTISM, or email i[email protected].
Join Connection Point Church for a free community Back to School Bash designed to equip and uplift families as they prepare for the new school year. This event is open to the public and will feature free food and drinks, free backpacks and school supplies for students, bounce houses, prayer for the upcoming school year, free haircuts for boys, and a grand prize drawing. It’s a fun and meaningful afternoon for the whole family!
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