It’s the last week of January! How are you doing on those New Year’s Resolutions? Moving into February brings even more things going on around Birmingham.
This week we hope you will take the time to check out the event details for the 20113 Beaker Bash at McWane Science Center. It’s the one big fundraiser that they do each year. It’s a great night of family fun and goes to help support all of the educational programs we enjoy throughout the year at the center.
If you’re looking for Consignment sale, you can find our list here. Whether you’re shopping or selling, you should be able to find what you need.
Have a great week, everyone!
It’s Not Our Fault if Your Kids are Bored!
Sunday January 27th:
Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey Circus
Elephants, tigers, acrobats and aerialists join together from across the globe, each a spectacular piece of the puzzle, forming one exquisite design of magnificence and precision. From the blueprints to the band, from the crates to the clowns, from the hammer to the high wire comes one breathtaking performance of non-stop thrills so astonishing you have to see it to believe it.
Be a part of the brand-new spectacles from around the world immersed in the circus tradition you have come to know and love. Experience it live and feel the amazement! Children Of All Ages will be inspired for years to come at Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Built To Amaze!
Sunday, January 27 at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
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Monday January 28th:
Monday Movie – Homewood Library
All ages welcome. Delicious freshly popped popcorn along with juice will be served to all children in attendance.
3:30pm
Toddler Tales – North Shelby Library
A story program for children and a caregiver. Stories, songs, finger plays and crafts make up a lively program designed especially for short attention spans. Best suited for ages 19 months to 3 years. Must Register
9:30am and 10:30am
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Tuesday January 29th:
Storytime – Homewood Public Library
Join us for the best part of your week with stories that make you laugh and songs that make you dance! Join us for the fun of it! All ages welcome. For large groups, a call to 332-6619 is nice.
10:30am
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Wednesday January 30th:
Storytime – Books a Million, Brookwood Mall
Storytime and Craft
“The Three Snow Bears”
11am
Storytime – Barnes and Noble Summit
Join us as we read One of a Kind. What happens when a little boy is the only one who is not a twin in his class? There will be a fun activity and we will have a treat from the Cafe.
11am
Family Story Time with Mr Mac – North Shelby Library
Storyteller Extraordinaire – Come join Mr Mac and his musical storytime complete with puppets! All Ages, no registration required.
10:45am
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Thursday January 31st:
PJ Storytime – Hoover Public Library
Wear your pajamas to this all ages storytime with Ms. Laura. Includes stories, songs and a bedtime snack. No registration required.
6:30pm
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Friday February 1st:
Holy Inappropriateness! We couldn’t find any special events happening in the ‘Ham today. Make sure to check our list below for fun exhibits happening daily at our local attractions.
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Saturday February 2nd:
Beaker Bash 2013, Who Done It? – McWane Science Center
Are you ready to crack the case? Science sleuths are invited to help solve mysteries in the museum, collect clues and have dinner with other junior detectives on the scene at Beaker Bash 2013: Who Done It?.
Beaker Bash is McWane Science Center’s annual family-friendly fundraising event that directly supports statewide science education programs.
TICKETS:
Click here to buy tickets online.
For more information on this GREAT event check out their website!!
Movie on the Backporch – Ruffner Mountain Nature Center
Join us for the family-friendly movie, “Horton Hears a Who!” Start your weekend with a movie under our covered pavilion. This is the perfect family activity. Bundle up and bring blankets or comfy chairs and find yourself a spot on the porch. We will have the outdoor heaters on. In the event of severe weather, we will move to the Treehouse. Snacks will be available for purchase.
6:30pm
Groundhog Day – Birmingham Zoo
Will there be six more weeks of winter or an early spring? Join the Zoo for Birmingham Bill’s annual prediction at the Wildlife Stage. If he doesn’t see his shadow, that means an end to winter. If he does see his shadow, that means Alabamians will have to endure six more weeks of winter.
Vote on what you think Birmingham Bill will decide, enjoy a round of Woodchuck Chuck Toss, create a paper bag groundhog, and grab a recipe card to make groundhog cupcakes or pudding at home. Coffee and hot chocolate will be served courtesy of Red Diamond (while supplies last), and you can take advantage of a special photo opportunity with Birmingham Bill after the show.
*These activities are included with the price of Zoo admission.
Activities start at 9:30am
Show starts at 10am
Groundhog Day – Hoover Public Library
Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow? Whatever the outcome, we know how to celebrate. No registration required.
10:30am
Bart’s Art Cart – Birmingham Museum of Art
This drop-in art program for kids and families features a different gallery and activity each month. Stop by to make art with Bart! This month, slither into the Museum to make a snake for Chinese New Year!
11am
Bart’s Books – Birmingham Museum of Art
Bart’s Books is a storytelling program for children ages 4-7. Bart selects a new book and related work of art each month that he thinks kids will enjoy.
This month, Bart has selected Oliver Chin and Jennifer Woods’ The Year of the Snake: Tales from the Chinese Zodiac.
Bart’s Books is sponsored by Publix Charities.
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.
Storytime – Barnes and Noble Summit
Join us for Storytime as we read Goodnight Dragons. Everyone needs a cuddle. Maybe dragons more than most. We will make a craft and have something delicious from the Cafe.
11am
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Sunday February 3rd:
Superbowl Sunday!!
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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: The Last Reef, Santa and the Snowman, Rocky Mountain Express
The Tornadoes of April 27th – Looking Back — Moving Forward, a new exhibit at McWane Science Center, reflects on the experiences of the April 27th, 2011 storms. The exhibit shares personal stories from those who experienced the devastation of the storms firsthand, while emphasizing the importance of tornado preparedness and explaining the science behind tornadoes.
Photos and stories from The Birmingham News help tell the story of the storms and the affect they had on survivors, volunteers, and the community as a whole. Students from Daniel Payne Middle School also help tell the story of their school and community through photos and artifacts from the storm for the exhibit. UAB students worked with the children from Daniel Payne Middle School to create short documentaries that can be seen in the exhibit as well.
In addition to sharing the personal stories from that day, the goal of this exhibit is to inform the community about how to prepare for extreme weather conditions, explaining the science of tornadoes and stressing awareness.
With vivid displays, the exhibit allows visitors the opportunity to learn about the scientific side of tornadoes. Graphics within the exhibit illustrate tornado formation and anatomy, educating visitors on how such extreme weather conditions develop. Additionally, the exhibit displays statistics and disputes common myths concerning the destructive storms.
Guests can watch live video from the storms that rolled across our state on April 27th, 2011, including the
weather forecasts from that day and actual images of the tornado as it made its way through our area provided by FOX6 WBRC. The exhibit is located in the City Gallery on Level 2 of the museum this summer.
Be Ready Alabama Exhibit Presented by:
The Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives
www.readyalabama.org
Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog
Join Clifford, Emily Elizabeth, and all their friends in the Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog™ exhibit! Featuring the people and places of the beloved children’s book and PBS Kids television series, this new interactive exhibit brings Clifford’s home on Birdwell Island to life with playful activities and enchanting environments for early learners to explore.
Birmingham Zoo:
Lorikeet Aviary – Our Lorikeet Aviary has more birds than ever! Zoo guests can feed these exotic birds every day. You and your family will see these birds’ behavior as they eat nectar out of your hand.
Weekends 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
PELICAN FEEDING – A great way to see our pelicans in action is to witness them eating their favorite treats near the pelican boardwalk.
RHINO ENCOUNTER – Embark on an African adventure and experience one of the world’s most extraordinary animals, the Southern White Rhino. Watch from only feet away as our zookeepers engage in hands-on interaction with the animals inside their African-themed exhibit. Don’t miss this exciting encounter with one of the largest mammals on the planet!
Weekdays: 3pm – 3:30pm
Weekends: 11:30am – Noon & 3pm – 3:30 pm
GIRAFFE FEEDING – This up close and personal animal encounter is a memory you and your family will have for a lifetime.
Weekday: 11am – Noon
Weekends: 10am – 11am & 2pm – 3pm
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.
