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If your kiddo has never done a class at McWane, you’re really missing out. Give it a shot, there are tons of options. See the info here.
Little Labs (My son LOVES these!)
These are for kids ages 3 years to kindergarten. You drop them off and have a few hours to run errands! Time is 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The cost is $25.00 (members) and $30.00 (non-members).
Reservations Required: Call (205) 714-8414
Information: Call (205) 714-8354
October:
Tuesday 10/20: Circus Clowns
Thursday 10/29: Pumpkin Science
November:
Wednesday 11/4: Kiddy Chemistry
Wednesday 11/11: Space Kidets
Thursday 11/12: Knowing Nutrition
Wednesday 11/18: Pilgrims Progress
December:
Wednesday 12/2: Winter Wonderlab
Tuesday 12/8: Music Mania
Wednesday 12/16: All Aboard the McWane Express
We’ll give you a big hint….It’s all about New Moon! See you soon Twerds, Tweeks and Twihards!
Saturday, October 24 at 10:00AM
THE ELECTRIC COMPANY CIRCUIT TOUR will plug into Birmingham Children’s Theatre Saturday, October 24 at 10:00 am!
This imaginative and creative children’s television show is an updated version of the one we grew up on – but just as much fun.
Saturday’s live event (FREE!) features cast member and vocal percussionist Chris Sullivan, who plays “Shock” in the television production that is aired locally on Alabama Public Television.
Like the re-energized television program produced for today’s media-driven generation by Sesame Workshop, the live show is designed to combat illiteracy.
And in the meantime, check out the show’s website here, as well as information on Birmingham’s Children’s Theatre here
Layaway is now available at Babies R Us and Toys R Us – allowing you to go ahead and work out the holiday gifting now and pay a little over time. The Big Gift Layaway is available on:
Baby Gear
Infant/Toddler Furniture
Preschool Ride-ons
Bikes
Battery-powered Vehicles
Pools & Water Slides
Outdoor Play Equipment & Playsets
Basketball Systems
Indoor Table Games
Dollhouses
Kitchens
For more information, visit www.Toysrus.com
Placing a product on layaway at any Toys”R”Us or Babies”R”Us store requires a deposit of 20% of the total purchase, including all applicable taxes, and a $10 service charge. Payments may be made at the store at any time in the form of cash, check, credit card, debit card or gift card. Merchandise will be made available within 7-10 days of final payment, so items must be paid for in full by December 6 to ensure that the gift is available for pickup before Christmas. A fee will apply to canceled layaway orders**.
What a cool way to explore the season and learn a little about the creatures of the night! Guest speakers will explain the lifestyles of nocturnal Alabama wildlife. Children’s activities, an owl release and snacks!
Event is free with admission to Oak Mountain State Park
October 24th 1-5 pm at the Alabama Wildlife Center
For more information, visit their sitehttp://www.awrc.org
We have a winner for our giveaway of a $25 Butterflies and Rainbows! Congratulations Stephanie! Your entry (#3) was picked by a random number generator as the winning entry! Congratulations Stephanie and a big thanks to everyone else for entering!
We’ve given you the lowdown on the Library events going on this Halloween, here are a few other things happening in and around town that you will definitely want to check out. Some we have talked about already, but they will now be listed on our sidebar for reference and we will add to them when we get the skinny on any other Hap’s in the Ham this Halloween.
Aldridge Gardens – Scarecrows in the Gardens.
Everyday until October 31st.
Stop by and vote for BirminghamMommy’s very own
Birmingham Zoo – Boo at the Zoo
Every Friday and Saturday until Halloween, 5pm to 9pm
Pottery Barn Kids – Spooky Storytime and Sing Along
Pottery Barn Kids at the Summit
Tuesday October 27th – 11am – 11:30am
A spooky twist to their weekly storytime
Friday October 30th – 2 Showtimes! 10am and 11am
Sing, Dance and Play at a very special Halloween – themed Sing Along concert!
Costumes encouraged!
St Lukes Mountain Brook – Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, October 28th – 6pm, Free to the Public. St Lukes parking lot.
Dawson Memorial Baptist Church – Family Fall Festival
Friday October 30th – 6pm – 9pm – Recreation Center
The fall tradition you’ve been waiting for is almost here. Invite your family, friends, and neighbors to the Fall Festival held in the Family Recreation Center and North Building parking lot.
There will be food, games, prizes, candy, rides, and tons of fun for the whole family!
Veterans Park, Hoover – Hayride and Family Night
Friday October 30th 6pm – 9pm
Hayrides, Free Hotdogs, movies and treats – Don’t forget to wear your costume
Whole Foods – Friday October 30th – Trick or Treating – All Day
Trick or Treat through each department. Pick up a bag at Customer Service and don’t forget your costume, it’s required.
Make a morning of it and get there at 10am for a Spooky Storytime with Miss Emma
Bass Pro Shop – Halloween, Bass Pro Style – Two weekends full of spooky fun.
Friday – October 30th – 4pm – 7pm
Saturday – October 31st – Noon to 4pm
Toys R Us – Fun with Geoffrey.
Saturday October 31st – Noon – 3pm
Costume parade throughout the store, lead by none other than Geoffrey the Giraffe. Trick or Treating and prizes for the little ones.
Publix Shopping Centers – Free Fun in each Department
Take your little Monsters (or Ghosts and Goblins) into Publix for some trick or treating fun.
October 31st – 4pm – 7pm
Treat Bags available at the door!
Tannehill State Park – 18th Annual Halloween Celebration
Halloween Fairyland October 31st – 11am – 3pm
This fun-filled affair includes pony and train rides, magicians, games and activities for children.
Homewood Fall Festival
This annual fall festival includes inflatables, costume contests & much more.
Thursday, October 29 6-9 pm
Costume contest at 7:30 pm
You still have a couple of weeks until Halloween, but we thought we would go ahead a share a list of things happening at the local libraries. Some require registration, so make sure to double check before heading out the door. There are so many great ways to enjoy this Holiday in a safe environment. Happy Haunting!
Homewood Public Library – Thursday, October 29th. 6pm. Pumpkin carving and spooky tales. Buy a pumpkin for $4 and use the library tools or bring your own. While you work, enjoy Halloween Tales and refreshments. Pumpkins will be judged and the winning pumpkins will be displayed on the website. Registration begins October 19th. Call 205-332-6600
Emmett O Neal, Mountain Brook – Tuesday October 27th, Pumpkin Tales, all ages and a care giver. 9:30a and 10:30a.
Wednesday, October 28th, Costume Parade! 9:30a and 10:30a am, 12 – 24 months. Must register. 205-879-0459
Saturday October 31st – Trick or Treat at the library from 9:00am to 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library – Turn a pumpkin into a work of art (NO CARVING, PLEASE) and display it at the library! Each entry will receive a prize and medal and will be entered into a grand prize drawing. Pumpkins accepted October 17-29. Drawing at 9 a.m. on October 30.
Alabaster Library – Children’s Costume Capers – Halloween treat and magician Russell Davis performing feats of wonder and comedy. Thursday October 29th, 4:15pm. Fun, Surprises and Refreshments begin in the mobile unit.
North Shelby Library – Mr Mac’s Halloween Party, Wednesday October 28th. 10:45am.
PJ Storytime, “Scary Tales” Thursday October 29th, 7:00 pm.
Stop by the Children’s department on Halloween Saturday for a special trick or treat.
Birmingham Public Library – Teens, are invited to the 1st Annual Ghoul’s Ball! There will be music, dancing, games, food, and a costume contest. Prizes will be awarded for the Scariest, Funniest, and Best Literary Character costumes. Thursday October 29th, 7pm – 9pm. Central Library Atrium. Call to register: 205-226-3651
McWane is showing the much anticipated movie in IMAX this fall! Watch Max come to life on the big screen! Showtimes start TODAY!!
Click here for tickets.
From mcwane.org:
Inside all of us is…everything we’ve ever seen, everything we’ve ever done, and everyone we’ve ever loved – is a WILD THING.
Innovative director Spike Jonze collaborates with celebrated children’s book author Maurice Sendak to bring one of the most beloved books of all time to the giant screen in “where the Wild Things Are,” a classic story about childhood and the places we go to figure out the world we live in.
The film tells the story of Max, a rambunctious and sensitive boy who feels misunderstood at home and escapes to where the Wild Things are. Max lands on an island where he meets mysterious and strange creatures whose emotions are as wild and unpredictable as their actions.
Rated PG – Opens in theaters worldwide October 16, 2009
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