Ahhhh….Choo! Birmingham Mommies Don't want the flu!

Posted on Tuesday, September 22, 2009 by Angie

Don’t forget to head out to your local doc or visit a flu shot clinic to get your dose of the flu shot this season! We usually go for flu mist, but that’s not always available.

Here are some local flu shot clinics in the area:

Walgreens – for $24.99 the flu shot is available at all participating Walgreens pharmacies. And it appears you get a sweet heart-shaped boo boo cover when you’re finished. You’ll be the envy of all the 3-yr-olds in your neighborhood.

Publix – launched their flu shot clinics on Sept. 15th. For $25you can get a shot, then stay to buy groceries. What a deal!

Costco – again with the buying groceries/getting your annual flu shot combo. It just screams a perfect day. Times vary so please contact their pharmacy or click the link.

You can also contact the Dept. of Health for any community programs available in your specific area. Stay well Birmingham!

September 28th – skip cooking dinner and go out to Chili's – for a good cause!

Posted on Monday, September 21, 2009 by Angie

On September 28th, Chili’s restaurants (nationwide) will be donating 100% of their profits to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital! So skip the Hamburger Helper and head out for a change!

For more info, click here

Free Museum Day!

Posted on Monday, September 21, 2009 by Angie

Free is so hard to turn down and there seems to be a lot of it going around right now. Maybe everyone has Fall Fever like we do here at BirminghamMommy, it just makes you want to give stuff away!

The Smithsonian Institute is offering free admission to museums in lots of states. Locally, you will be able to visit the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and/or Hunstville’s Space and Rocket Center.

For a complete list of museums participating click here. You will also need to download the admission card before you go. The card must be presented to receive free general admission.

Saturday, September 26th.

Vulcan AfterTunes – 2009 Concert Series

Posted on Friday, September 18, 2009 by Angie

One of our most favorite fall activities returns to Birmingham for it’s fifth season! Don’t miss this unique musical event. Enjoy cool tunes, fresh brews, and sweet views on Sunday afternoons with Birmingham’s hip iron man, Vulcan.

Vulcan AfterTunes is a three-part concert series featuring local and national singer/songwriter acts. Kick back, relax and end your weekend with some of the area’s best music while enjoying spectacular views of Birmingham’s city skyline. This is a great family event. Pack some chairs or a blanket and enjoy a relaxing afternoon.

Concerts will take place at 3 p.m. on select Sundays – September 27 October 11, and 25.

Admission is charged.

Bargains on the Bluff – This Weekend

Posted on Friday, September 18, 2009 by Angie

Don’t forget to check out Bargains on the Bluff, this weekend. You don’t want to miss this sale!

Bluff Park United Methodist Church –

Friday – September 18th – 9am – 6pm
Saturday – September 19th – 9am – 2pm
* 25 % off of selected items on Saturday

Leeds Folk Festival.

Posted on Friday, September 18, 2009 by Angie

This weekend is the 2nd annual downtown Leeds Folk Festival and John Henry Celebration. Lots of activities for the whole family.

Food Court and Farmers Market – open both days
Clay Tent – Saturday Only
Strolling Tortoise – Saturday Morning
Whistle Maker – Saturday Only

Check out the site for more details on these events and everything else in store for the festival.

Admission is free to the public. FREE!!
Saturday, Sept 19. 9am – 6pm
Sunday, Sept 20. Noon – 6pm

Our Elmo Winner is…

Posted on Thursday, September 17, 2009 by Angie

katiekate11!! Congratulations! Email us your mailing address to contact at birminghammommy.com and we’ll get your tickets out soon!

The rest of you, don’t forget you can use discount code ERNIE for $3 off tickets to see Elmo.

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Enter to win ELMO tickets!

Posted on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 by Angie

Want a 4 pack of tickets to see Elmo in Sesame Street Live’s “When Elmo Grows Up”?

Entering is SIMPLE! Just comment on this post! 1 entry per person, you are not eligible if you’ve won one of our previous giveaways in the past 30 days.

This giveaway ends on Thursday 9/17 at noon.

Good Luck!!

Droolicious Cuisine at BirminghamMommy.com: Zoe's Style Slaw

Posted on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 by Angie

This month’s installment of Droolicious Cuisine by MommaDrool is one of my favorites! It’s Zoe’s Style Slaw! I can practically live on this stuff, so it’s nice to be able to make a good version of it right at home.

Zoe’s Style Slaw

Ingredients:

1 bag of angel hair slaw
1/2 cup chopped green onions
2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 T. white wine vinegar
3 T. fresh lemon juice
3 T. extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Combine slaw, green onions, and crumbled feta cheese in a bowl. In a separate dish combine remaining ingredients and stir with a whisk. Pour dressing over slaw and toss to combine. Let marinate in refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

You can find many more droolicious recipes over at Mommadrools blog “Close Encounters of the Drool Kind”

GREASE Kicks it Family Style.

Posted on Monday, September 14, 2009 by Angie

Broadway Across America is bringing GREASE to town, starring our own Taylor Hicks, and if that’s not exciting enough for you, Wednesday September 23 is family night! That’s right, bring the whole family down before the show for some face painting, kid friendly food and a chance to have the cast teach your kids the hand jive, they are never to young to hand jive. Woo Hoo Hoo!