The countdown to summer is on! Things at the local libraries are slowing down a bit as the prepare for the kick off of summer reading.. Make sure to check with your your library before heading out to your favorite storytime. The Barons will return home later this week, Hall of Heroes is now open at McWane and if you’ve ever wanted to Dine with some Dinosaurs, this week you can at the Prehistoric Picnic!
Have a great week!
It’s Not Our Fault if Your Kids are Bored!
Sunday May 15th:
Cookie Craze Days at Full Moon BBQ
Full Moon BBQ will be offering a FREE Half Moon Cookie with any purchase at each of their locations! The award winning cookies are made from scratch daily with fresh, wholesome ingredients such as Southern pecans and decadent chocolate chips. Crisp from the oven, each cookie is hand-dipped in rich, melted milk chocolate. You’ve seen them on Alabama Tourism Department’s list of “100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama Before You Die,” and in Taste of the South’s feature as one of the top five best handmade cookies delivered to your door.
11am – 9pm
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Monday May 16th:
Hall of Heroes – McWane Science Center
It was a busy weekend celebrating Itty Bitty Magic City, but we wanted to remind you that The Hall of Heroes is now open!
Learn the circumstances that create superheroes, discover the ideals that heroes uphold, and push boundaries as to what it truly means to be heroic in the Hall of Heroes!
Starting your journey in the ‘Identification Station’ guests will learn about, and get sorted into, one of th e five disciplines that are the basis for all super powers: ‘Powers of the Body’, ‘Powers of the Mind,’ ‘Mastery,’ ‘Gadgets,’ and the ‘Elements.’ These five powers are reflected throughout the exhibit where guests can explore, learn and test their skills at the many interactive stations to find out what discipline of Superhero they excel in.
The exhibit features a half scale replica of the 1960’s Barris Kustoms’ Batmobile and various other movie props, replicas and rare artifacts from past and present major motion pictures and television shows. Interactive display cases will take guests through a history of heroes and how people relate to them, from the ‘Radio’ to the ‘Pop Culture’ display that talks about everything from blockbuster films, to large-scale comic conventions.
The Hall of Heroes exhibit, where you can “Discover Your Superpowers!”
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Tuesday May 17th:
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 May 18th:
Storytime– Barnes and Noble Summit
If your mom says to get ready to play at the beach, she means with a boat, or a Frisbee or a shovel. She is NOT talking about the piano. But Magnolia is a little girl with a big idea, determination and one very heavy upright piano she insists she needs to take with her. What’s the worst that can happen? Find out at Storytime. Activities to follow.
11am
Family Storytime with Mr Mac – North Shelby Library
10:45am
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Thursday May 19th:
Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Montgomery Buscuits
Thirsty Thursday, Thursday Night Concert Series
7:05pm
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Friday May 20th:
Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Montgomery Biscuits
1948 Barons Replica Hat Giveaway, Friday Night Fireworks, FIAT Friday, First Responders Night
7:05pm
SAFE Day – Birmingham Zoo
For Endangered Species Day, the Birmingham Zoo is highlighting the growing national importance of working on saving endangered species from extinction. Visitors can experience special keeper chats relating to how they can help with saving animals from extinction (SAFE). The spotlighted animals at the Birmingham Zoo range from vulnerable to critically endangered and are part of a larger, national effort organized by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA), of which the Birmingham Zoo is a member. Guests will be able to learn about the threats that the Southern white rhino, Sumatran orangutans, Malayan tiger, Egyptian tortoise, gopher tortoise and cassowary are facing in the wild. These animals are in danger of going extinct and never being seen again. Guests will also have the opportunity to speak with educators at several different animal exhibits.
Schedule:
9:30am – Tiger Keeper Chat
10am – Gopher Tortoise Keeper Chat
10:15am – Cassowary Keeper Chat
11am – Indigo Snake Keeper Chat
1pm – Gopher Tortoise Keeper Chat
1:30pm – Indigo Snake Keeper Chat
1:30pm – Orangutan Keeper Chat
2pm – Rhino Keeper Chat
2:15pm – Cassowary Keeper Chat
2:30pm – Tiger Keeper Chat
Prehistoric Picnic – Birmingham Zoo
Enjoy a picnic style dinner at the Zoo on May 20 from 6-8pm with your family, dino style. See fossils, biofacts and play dinosaur trivia for fun prizes before taking a special guided evening tour of the Dinosaur exhibit. It’s fun for the whole family! Pre-registration is required.
6pm – 8pm
Members: $18/Adult – $16/Child
Non-Members: $22/Adult – $20/Child
Click here to register.
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Saturday May 21st:
Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Montgomery Biscuits
Kid’s T-Shirt Giveaway, ZOOperstars! Appearance, Girl Scouts Campout
6:30pm
Ranger Day – McWane Science Center
Get ready to celebrate the great outdoors! Junior Rangers are invited to spend the day learning more about our National Parks. Join us to see National Parks Adventures in IMAX, meet real park rangers, and spend time with Smokey the Bear!
10am – 3pm
Ms Mandy’s Musical Meetup – Homewood Public Library
A marvelous mish-mash of musical magic! We’ll look, listen, and learn as musicians from amateur to expert share their musical talents with us.
10:30am
Bob Sykes BBQ and Blues Festival – DeBardeleben Park
A relaxing and fun atmosphere for the entire family. You can expect to hear talented award winning local and national blues musicians. Be sure to bring a chair or blanket and set-up your spot for the day.
There is something to do for the entire family including a large kids corner with activities and games. Children twelve and under are free. All around the festival will be booths offering various types of crafts, free giveaways and legendary Bob Sykes bbq. General admission and VIP Tickets can be purchased at www.bobsykesblues or at Bob Sykes Bar B Q Restaurant. Every year a portion of the festival proceeds goes to a local charity. Expect a fun time for all!
Gates open at 11am
Birmingham International Street Fair – Sojourns
Bringing multicultural flavor into the heart of the business district! Food, Dance, Music, Vendors with representation from all over the world. See belly dancers, hear german music, dance a latin scene and food to tantalize your taste buds from many countries. Traditional style of dress encouraged! Show your flavor Birmingham! Part of the festivities include a signing of a city pledge to bring the different groups of Birmingham togehter as a community.
Free admission, though donations encouraged.
10am – 4pm
Tannehill Trade Days – Tannehill
Shoppers and swappers come from far and near to Tannehill Trade Days in search of tools, clothing, jewelry, knives, furniture and other treasures
$5.00 Adults (12 years and older)
$4.00 Seniors (Ages 62 and older)
$3.00 Children (Ages 6-11) ages 5 and under free
8am – 4pm
Storytime– Barnes and Noble Summit
If your mom says to get ready to play at the beach, she means with a boat, or a Frisbee or a shovel. She is NOT talking about the piano. But Magnolia is a little girl with a big idea, determination and one very heavy upright piano she insists she needs to take with her. What’s the worst that can happen? Find out at Storytime. Activities to follow.
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 May 22nd:
Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Montgomery Biscuits
Salute to Armed Forces Sunday, Youth Baseball Clinic
3pm
Tannehill Trade Days – Tannehill
Shoppers and swappers come from far and near to Tannehill Trade Days in search of tools, clothing, jewelry, knives, furniture and other treasures
$5.00 Adults (12 years and older)
$4.00 Seniors (Ages 62 and older)
$3.00 Children (Ages 6-11) ages 5 and under free
8am – 4pm
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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.
