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.

Our Birmingham Barons are back home this week with lots of fun things happening, including Star Wars Night this Friday!! It’s time for Do Dah Day and of course…. Itty Bitty Magic City at the McWane Science Center is turning 1!! Make sure you make it by there to help them celebrate! Have a GREAT week everyone!

It’s Not Our Fault if Your Kids are Bored!

Sunday May 8th:

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!

McWane Science Center
Free Admission for Moms!

Birmingham Zoo
All mothers will get in FREE to the Birmingham Zoo on May 8 with the purchase of a full-price child’s admission ticket!*

Oak Mountain State Fair – Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
$8 admission – $5 Parking
12pm – Close (*could not verify actual time)

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Monday May 9th:

Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Jackson Generals
YP Monday
7:05

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 May 10th:

Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Jackson Generals
50-Cent Hot Dog Night, Social Media Night
7:05

Wee Ones Storytime – Homewood Public Library
Join Ms. Mary for a fun and energetic storytime for 24 months and under!
9:30 and 10:30am

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 11th:

Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Jackson Generals
School Day, AAA
11:00am

Wiggleworm Wednesday – Homewood Public Library
Join Ms. Mandy for our weekly all-ages storytime filled with music and fun!
10:30am

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

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Thursday May 12th:

Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Jackson Generals
Thirsty Thursday, Thursday Night Concert Series
7:05pm

Preschool Playtime – Homewood Public Library
We’ll provide the stations, and you provide the imagination for a fun morning of play with your child.  For ages three and under.  Daycare groups must call 205-332-6619 in advance to schedule time.
10am

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Friday May 13th:

Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Jackson Generals
Mark Buehrle Bobblehead Giveaway, Star Wars Night, FIAT Friday, Friday Night Fireworks
7:05pm

Dynamic Education Adventures, Fizz Boom and Wow Show – Avondale Regional Library
This program is just fizzing and booming with fantastically fiery feats and radical reactions. Participants will be blown away by the explosive experiments and combustible chaos. Target Audience: children. This program is presented by Dynamic Education Adventures and made possible by a Hillcrest Foundation grant.
3:30pm

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Saturday May 14th:

Itty Bitty Birthday – McWane Science Center
Itty Bitty Magic City is turning one, and it’s time for a party! Join us for a celebration at McWane Science Center with special programs, live entertainment, outdoor activities, and even birthday cake!
Regular admission price
10am – 4pm

Do Dah Day – Caldwell Park
Do Dah Day grew out of an idea in 1979 and has raised almost $1.5 million since! The South’s craziest parade kicks off at 11:01 a.m. on the streets of Highland Avenue in Birmingham’s Southside. Then, spend the day in Caldwell and Rhodes Parks with friends, pets, arts & crafts, kid’s activities, and a lineup of great bands. Oh yes, we have plenty of food and beverages, and collectible Do Dah Day t-shirts. All proceeds benefit local animal charities.
Free admission for spectators and festival attendees.
11am – 7pm

Family Yoga in the Gardens – Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Enjoy this unique opportunity for healthy fun with the family in the gardens of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. This energetic class will incorporate individual and partner yoga poses for strength and balance, plus breathing exercises to help foster calm and focus. Our garden inspired crafts will assist in cooling the mind and body.
Garden crafts (subject to change):
May 14 – herb sachet

For ages 3 and up
Instructor: Annie Damsky
Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Saturday, May 14 | 9-10 a.m.
$15 drop-in (child+1 adult)
$5 for an additional family member (per class)

Kids Night Out – Shelby County Arts Council
Each Night Out is themed!
Children will Learn about artists and create their own Master Piece
Light Snack Provided
$25 for first child, $15 for each additional child in same family
Folk Art Beach Scene on Canvas (Artist – Paul Gauguin, landscape artist)  Instructor:  Trina Stogner
6pm – 9pm, ages 6-14

Alabama Wildlife Center Baby Bird Shower – Ala Wildlife Center
You are cordially invited to attend a Baby Bird Shower: Bring a gift (see Baby Bird Wish List), guided tour of baby bird nursery & aviaries, fun children’s activities, free cake and refreshments, purchase t-shirts, mugs & more! We’re expecting! Approximately 1,000 baby birds will arrive at the Alabama Wildlife Center this year. Come join in the fun and bring a gift! There are many ways to “Chirp In & Help Alabama’s Baby Birds”:

Go shopping — Purchase and donate needed items. You can even shop online from our Amazon wish list!

Volunteer — Volunteer Orientation/Intro to AWC usually held 1st Sunday each month, 2:00 – 4:00 pm see website for dates.

Become a member — Help preserve and protect Alabama’s precious natural heritage with your annual dues.

Give what you can — Express your love for wildlife by making a donation in any amount. Our monthly animal care expenses double during baby bird season. As funding increases, so does our ability to help more injured & orphaned birds. The Alabama Wildlife Center is a 501(c)(3), 509(a)(1) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax deductible.
Free after paid admission to Oak Mountain State Park

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 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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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.

The calendar is jam packed with special events and festivals happening this week! The Oak Mountain State Fair is still in town, and if Food Trucks are your thing, you’ll want to be at the Summit this Saturday. Sunday is Mother’s Day! We hope you have a great week and get a little “You” time!

It’s Not Our Fault if Your Kids are Bored!

Sunday May 1st:

Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos
Salute to Armed Forces Sunday, Autism Friendly Day, Youth Baseball Clinic
3pm

Oak Mountain Spring Festival – Oak Mtn Amphitheatre
Offering a wide assortment of family-friendly fun.
$8 Admission; $5 Parking
12pm – “Close” (*could not verify this time)

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Monday May 2nd:

Birmingham Barons – Regions Field
vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos
7:05

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 May 3rd:

Oak Mountain State Fair – Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
Buddy Night – Buy One, Get One Admission at the Gate – $8 (Free Parking)
5:30pm – Close (*could not verify actual time)

Wee Ones Storytime – Homewood Public Library
Join Ms. Mary for a fun and energetic storytime for 24 months and under!
9:30 and 10:30am

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 4th:

Oak Mountain State Fair – Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
Free Parking
5:30pm – Close (*could not verify actual time)

Wiggleworm Wednesday – Homewood Public Library
Join Ms. Mandy for our weekly all-ages storytime filled with music and fun!
10:30am

Night Out at the Stadium– Barnes and Noble Summit
A baseball stadium comes to life in this magical picture book written by Phil Bildner and illustrated by Tom Booth from the publishing imprint of legendary sports icon and role model Derek Jeter. Join us for Storytime featuring Night at the Stadium.
11am

Star Wars X-Wing Event – Barnes and Noble Summit
Join us as we celebrate all things Star Wars and learn to play Star Wars X-Wing™. “May the 4th Be With You!”
7pm

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

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Thursday May 5th:

Oak Mountain Spring Festival – Oak Mtn Amphitheatre
Offering a wide assortment of family-friendly fun.
$8 (Free Parking)
5:30pm – “Close” (*could not verify this time)

Preschool Playtime – Homewood Public Library
We’ll provide the stations, and you provide the imagination for a fun morning of play with your child.  For ages three and under.  Daycare groups must call 205-332-6619 in advance to schedule time.
10am

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Friday May 6th:

Party on the Porch – Alabama Outdoors
Join us to kick off the season! Head to our Homewood location for fun, food, beer, music and giveaways benefiting Ruffner Mountain.
$10 for beer cup. Free otherwise.

Oak Mountain Spring Festival – Oak Mtn Amphitheatre
Offering a wide assortment of family-friendly fun.
$8 Admission; $5 Parking
5:30pm – Midnight

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Saturday May 7th:

We Love Homewood Day – Homewood Central Park
A variety of inflatables, rides and activities for all ages to enjoy. There is no admission charge to enter Central Park for the festival but to ride and play on the attractions one must purchase an all-day unlimited attractions wristband ($15) or individual tickets can be purchased to redeem at each attraction. Wristband/ticket sales will take place in two pavilions in Central Park. A DJ will provide interactive fun and music throughout the day
10am – 4pm

Preschool Partners Food Truck Round Up – Summit
PreSchool Partners will corral all your favorite local food trucks near Carmike Cinemas at The Summit, allowing you to sample from their menu while raising funds and awareness for PreSchool Partners. Purchase Tickets for $10 per adult ($15 at event) and $5 for children.
11am – 2pm

Trussville City Fest – The Mall in Trussville
Trussville City Fest is a fun, family event in historic downtown Trussville. In 2016 the festival will be 36 years old!

Admission is $5 per person, children 2 and under are FREE. Once inside the gate, all activities are FREE! This is a great price for a fun-filled, family-friendly day.

11am and finish with a fireworks show at 9:00 pm.

Oak Mountain Spring Festival – Oak Mtn Amphitheatre
Offering a wide assortment of family-friendly fun.
$8 Admission; $5 Parking
12pm – Midnight

Our World Our Library – Homewood Public Library
Join us to learn more about our world as we talk about and learn about Lailat al Miraj with stories and a special craft.
10:30am

Mother’s Day Storytime– Barnes and Noble Summit
In celebration of Mother’s Day, read about becoming an expert grandma sitter in How to Babysit a Grandma followed by Mom School. In Mom School a little girl imagines where her mom picked up all her amazing skills, like fixing a bike tire and baking cupcakes. Join us afterward to make a card for your mom or special caregiver.
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 8th:

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!

McWane Science Center
Free Admission for Moms!

Birmingham Zoo
All mothers will get in FREE to the Birmingham Zoo on May 8 with the purchase of a full-price child’s admission ticket!*

Oak Mountain State Fair – Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
$8 admission – $5 Parking
12pm – Close (*could not verify actual time)

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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.