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Birmingham Events Calendar: February 7th – February 14th

Valentines Week in the Magic City and there are lots of love filled storytimes around town to check out. If you’re looking for a little something more grown up.. Check out Woo at the Zoo, where they’ll be discussing “love” in the animal kingdom. This weekend, Arenacross hit Birmingham as well as World of Wheels!

Have a great week!

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Sunday February 7th:

American Girl Girls Just Like Me – Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Creating something yummy for our tummy and sharing with another is the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day at The Gardens. As we explore the story of Grace Thomas, an enthusiastic young baker, we’ll learn a little about French culture and bake a delicious treat in honor of Heart Day.

For children age 5 and above
Instructor: Robin Geurs
Thursday, February 4 | 3:30-5 p.m.
$20 Members | $25 Non-Members

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Monday February 8th:

Member Monday – McWane Science Center
Join us this month for Member Monday, an out-of-this-world good time! The museum will be open after-hours for members only with space themed activities including making your own alien spacecraft!

Reserve your family’s spot today by calling (205) 714-8414.

Dinner plans? A dinner of chicken fingers, macaroni & cheese and green beans is available for advanced purchase.

The cost of dinner is Adults: $8, Children: $5. Dinner orders may be placed when you make your reservation. Payment must be made at time of reservation and will not be available for purchase the night of the event.
Dinner reservations must be made by Friday, February 5th.

Moving Together – Homewood Public Library
The Dance Foundation presents a program designed for babies ages 6 weeks to 6 months and a caregiver.  Registration is required
10:30am

LEGO Club – Homewood Public Library
Join us for an exciting new building challenge each month.  K-5th grade.
3:30pm

Tot Time with Ms Eve, Will you be Mine? – Avondale Regional Library
Roses are red and violets are blue; I hope to see you at Tot Time, too! Don’t forget to bring valentines for all of your Tot Time friends! Tot Time is geared for 2- to 4-year-olds with an individual caregiver; no groups please. 24-hour advance registration required.
9:30am and 11am

Toddler Tales – North Shelby Library
Stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts make up a lively 30 minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Registration will begin one week prior to each storytime. Ages 19-36 months. Registration Required.
9:30am

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Tuesday February 9th:

5th Annual Homewood Kids Mardi Gras Parade – Homewood Central Park
Bundle up and come out Tuesday, February 9th after school for some fun!
Decorate your “float” (stroller or wagon or a box-to-wear) and let’s celebrate Fat Tuesday!
Meet at Homewood Central Park for line-up at 3:45. We roll at 4:00!

We’ll circle the park, throw beads, eat cookies, MoonPies and celebrate Fat Tuesday!

Be Our Valentine – Hoover Public Library
A fun night of Valentine crafts, games and snacks.  All ages
6:30pm

Silly Wonderful You Storytime – Barnes and Noble Summit
From bestselling author Sherri Duskey Rinker and award-winning artist Patrick McDonnell comes this funny and tender love letter from a parent to a child. Silly Wonderful You expresses how life is so new and different and filled with love with a little one around. Join us for Storytime and activities
11am

Toddler Days – Steel City Jump Park
Story, snack and jumping! Parents jump for free, Children, $8.00. Parents free.
10am – Noon

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Wednesday February 10th:

Family Storytime with Mr Mac – North Shelby Library
10:45am

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Thursday February 11th:

SNaP Movie and Popcorn – Emmet O’Neal Library
You met those little yellow minions in Gru’s other movies – now see their whole story. Call 205-879-0497 for end times. 3rd-6th graders. No registration required.
3:30pm

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Friday February 12th:

Move and Groove Storytime – Homewood Public Library
Join us for an interactive and energetic movement storytime for all ages filled with dance, yoga, and fun!
10:30am

O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels
O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels is held annually, during the second weekend of February, at the beautiful Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. The show utilizes over 220,000 square feet of exhibition space to put on one of the best and most beautiful custom auto shows in the country.

Admission Info:

Child (ages 5 & under) ……… FREE!
Child (ages 6-11) …………….. $5
Adult ……………………….. $18 ($15 at all O’Reilly Auto Parts stores)
5pm – 10pm

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Saturday February 13th:

Arenacross – BJCC
The Most Intense Racing on the Planet,” brings a new look and feel, along with heart-pounding levels of energy, to the country’s most well-known arenas in 2016.

Legacy Arena, BJCC
Sat
, Feb 13, 2016 7:00pm
Tickets prices range from $10 – $40 and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com

Woo at the Zoo – Birmingham Zoo
Join the Birmingham Zoo this Valentine’s weekend as we discuss “love” in the animal kingdom. The Zoo invites you to enjoy wine and desserts while the Zoo’s staff present engaging expositions on animal courtships and other interesting factoids. New this year, in preparation for the Zoo’s spring exhibit, Dino Discovery – They’re Back!, we will explore love in prehistoric times. Woo at the Zoo will feature a special presentation by Chris DeLorey, also known as “Dr. Dino,” who will discuss Rex Sex…When the Earth Really Moved, a presentation on mating and courtship among the dinosaurs. This fun event for guests 21 and up is one you won’t want to miss!

Member individuals – $50

Member couples – $75

Non-member individuals – $65

Non-member couples – $90

5:30pm – 8:00pm

O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels
O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels is held annually, during the second weekend of February, at the beautiful Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. The show utilizes over 220,000 square feet of exhibition space to put on one of the best and most beautiful custom auto shows in the country.

Admission Info:

Child (ages 5 & under) ……… FREE!
Child (ages 6-11) …………….. $5
Adult ……………………….. $18 ($15 at all O’Reilly Auto Parts stores)
10am – 10pm

Love Monster and the Last Chocolate– Barnes and Noble Summit
Monster comes home from vacation and discovers a box of chocolates on his doorstep. He knows he should share it with his friends, but what if there’s none left for him after everyone has a piece? Join us for Storytime and activities
11am

Family Storytime – Emmet O’Neal Library
Bring the entire family and join Mr. Mac for stories and music each Saturday morning.
10:30 a.m.

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Sunday February 14th:

Happy Valentine’s Day!!

Happy Valentines Day Charlie Brown – Homewood Public Library
Celebrate Valentine’s Day afternoon with us at the library and make last-minute cards, eat heart-shaped candies, and watch sweet movies!
3:30pm

O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels
O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels is held annually, during the second weekend of February, at the beautiful Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. The show utilizes over 220,000 square feet of exhibition space to put on one of the best and most beautiful custom auto shows in the country.

Admission Info:

Child (ages 5 & under) ……… FREE!
Child (ages 6-11) …………….. $5
Adult ……………………….. $18 ($15 at all O’Reilly Auto Parts stores)
11am – 6pm

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Local Attractions Open Daily!

McWane Science Center:

IMAX
McWane Science Center’s IMAX® Dome Theater puts you in the center of the action by projecting breathtaking quality images onto the 5-story-tall dome screen and delivering intense surround sound through almost 3 tons of speakers and subwoofers.
Now Showing: Star Wars the Force Awakens, Ocean Oasis, Journey to Space

Birmingham Zoo:

The Birmingham Zoo offers a variety of daily activities from Giraffe and Pelican Feedings to Bird Tours and Lion Training. For a daily schedule of whats happening at the Zoo, visit their site.

Vulcan Park and Museum:

Vulcan is the world’s largest cast iron statue; made of 100,000 pounds of iron and 56 feet tall, he stands at the top of Red Mountain overlooking the city of Birmingham. But, Vulcan is more than a statue. Vulcan Park and Museum features spectacular views of Birmingham, an interactive history museum that examines Vulcan and Birmingham’s story, and a beautiful public park for visitors and locals to enjoy. With an official information center that is operated by the Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau, Vulcan Park and Museum serves as the first stop for visitors to the Birmingham area!

Railroad Park:

Railroad Park is a 19 acre green space in downtown Birmingham that celebrates the industrial and artistic heritage of our great city. Situated along 1st Avenue South, between 14th and 18th Streets, the park is a joint effort between the City of Birmingham and the Railroad Park Foundation. Hailed as “Birmingham’s Living Room,” Railroad Park provides a historically rich venue for local recreation, family activities, concerts, and cultural events, while connecting Birmingham’s downtown area with Southside and UAB’s campus.

Southern Museum of Flight:

Earn Your Wings – Bring your little pilot and soar above the clouds in our little pilots room. Kids enjoy building aircrafts, flying kites, and more.
Museum Open Tuesday – Thursday
9:30am – 4:30pm

Do you have or know of an event you would like to have added to our weekly calendar? Please email us at contact@birminghammommy.com, subject line “Events Calendar” – We would love to hear from you!

** All information listed on our calendar is subject to change without notice to us or you… We do our best to keep the information accurate and will always update as soon as we learn that something has changed. It’s always best to double check with the event via their website or a quick call,  especially when weather can impact the event.

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