Autism Shines Gala – A Night to Celebrate, Support, and Shine

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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!

A woman of God, a survivor of the 1994 Rwanda Genocide, a true testimony of faith that can and is moving mountains. Immaculee IIibigiza is a motivational speaker who will speak at Prince of Peace Catholic Church on July 23. Every denomination is welcome to come hear her speak. Children 10 and up are welcome with a parent. All ages 10 and up are welcome. This is a family event and will move your faith! Ignite your faith and soften heart. Payment is via cash, check, cc, or Venmo. Email Danielle Poe of Salt + Light Ministry at [email protected] to reserve your tickets that are $25 per person.

Join our church family July 15th through July 19th for three evenings of spirit-filled fun and fellowship at New Vision Christian Church 2025 located in Helena! We offer Kindergarten age through adult classes! Dinner is served nightly at 5:30pm and VBS begins promptly at 6:30pm. Register at MyVBS | New Vision Christian Church.

Double Oak Community Church, Mt. Laurel Campus VBS is offered each year for kids entering grades 1-6 on June 6-13 from 9am -12pm. Each day kids will enjoy a high-energy worship experience with Mr. James and his crew and enjoy crafts, Bible Study and much more! Students entering sixth grade will participate in a separate track designed especially for them! Register here.

Join Valleydale Church for their 2025 Vacation Bible School on June 2-6 from 9am-12pm. For kids Pre-K through 5th grade, www.valleydale.org/vbs.

Yearly event to raise money for Cullman Caring For Kids Food Bank. This is the 20th year! Evening includes: chili and grilled cheese sandwich, a handmade pottery bowls, Southern Gospel Music and a Silent Auction. Tickets are $15. Location First United Methodist Church in Cullman from 4-6:30 on February 17.

Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School (OLS School) invites you to its Open House on Sunday, January 26, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Come find out why our student families love us! Our friendly student-family environment allows us to individually foster the religious, academic, and social development of every child from 3K through 8th grade in a way other schools may find challenging. We are anchored in traditions and high expectations! During Open House, you can meet teachers and staff, tour the school, ask individual questions, and receive helpful information.

To learn more about OLS School today or to complete an application, visit our website at olsschool.com. If you have questions about Open House or the application process, please call the school office at 205-879-3237.

We are growing our children in knowledge and faith…and INVITE YOU to Experience the Difference!

Alabama Mineral & Lapidary Society invites you to experience its stunning, annual gem show on September 6-7 from 10am-6pm and September 8 from 10 am-4pm at the Irondale Civic Center (former Zamora Temple). Serious collectors will find prime specimens of minerals and fossils; lapidarists will find stone beads, slabs, and cabochons; jewelry admirers will find beautiful, natural adornments. Families will find fun and educational activities, with an expanded children’s section this year. The popular geode cracker will again be featured: Choose your own geode for purchase, then witness what timeless treasure hides inside as it is opened for you. There will be door prizes and demos on lapidary equipment. Follow for more information, visit www.lapidaryclub.com.

Join Sozo Children for a family-friendly adventure on the African Trails at the Birmingham Zoo. Sozo Safari will feature dinner, a DJ, games and up close and personal encounters with elephants, giraffes, and other exotic animals. There will also be a live performance from the Sozo Children’s Choir. This group of 13 energetic kids from Uganda, Africa is the 5th Sozo Choir to tour America since 2016. We invite you come out for an exciting evening to help reach our goal of raising $75,000 that will go directly to efforts of continuing to rescue and restore vulnerable children in Uganda.

Autism Shines Gala – A Night to Celebrate, Support, and Shine

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