Birmingham Mommy

Alabama 4-H Center Animals: Keep it Wild!
2017-07-17 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States
Check out the wild and exciting animals of Alabama. All ages. No registration required. Sponsored by Master Scarsella’s World Class Tae Kwon Do.

Monkey Joe's Celebrates National Ice Cream Day
2017-07-16 12:00 - 18:00 | Monkey Joe’s, 200 14th St. #2 , Tuscaloosa, 35401, United States
In honor of National Ice Cream Day, Monkey Joe’s Tuscaloosa will be hosting a special customer appreciation event on Sunday, July 16th. All guests will receive free ice cream, while supplies last.
Monkey Joe’s is a children’s entertainment center filled with indoor jumps, slides and obstacle courses. A destination that caters to both children and parents, Monkey Joe’s provides wall-to-wall inflatables, including a main play center and separate Mini Monkey Zone for toddlers. The company is known for its birthday and group parties, but also accepts walk-ins for those looking to experience fun for one day.

All Ages Lego Competition
2017-07-15 13:00 - 15:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States
Use your own bricks to make an original (not from a kit) creation to be judged by our all-star judges. Registration required. View a rules and information sheet at http://mtlaurellibrary.org/images/summerreading/Lego-Competition-FAQ–2017.pdf

Float Your Boat Summer Festival
2017-07-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Turkey Creek Nature Preserve, 3906 Turkey Creek Run, Pinson, AL, 35126
The Friends of Turkey Creek Nature Preserve are pleased to announce that the eighth annual Float Your Boat Festival will be held on Saturday, July 15, 2017. Float Your Boat offers a fun-filled day at the Preserve that features balsa wood boat races with prizes, the City of Pinson’s “Beat the Heat” ice cream give-away, food, swimming and a fun zone for kids. Last year more than 2,000 people attended the event, and this year promises to be even more successful and fun for the entire family. The festivities will kick off with the family fun zone opening at 10:00 am and boat races starting at noon.
Turkey Creek Nature Preserve (TCNP) contains some of the most biologically diverse habitats in this region of Alabama. The waters of Turkey Creek are home to three endangered species of fish: the Vermilion Darter, the Watercress Darter, and the Rush Darter. The Vermilion Darter lives only in Turkey Creek and nowhere else in the world. Admission is free and all donations or other proceeds from the Festival benefit TCNP’s environmental education, youth outreach, and habitat preservation programs.

Design Dayz: Art at McWane
2017-07-15 09:00 - 18:00 | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
What does math have to do with art? Discover the connection between computation and creativity through video game design, stop motion animation, and mathematical art. Then put your skills to the test and explore our summer exhibit, Design Zone.

Half Price Summer Fun Days
2017-07-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham , AL, 35223
Visit the Zoo during Half-Price Summer Fun Days to take advantage of discounted half-price admission, half-price rides, and $1 hot dogs in the cafes! Guests will have the opportunity to get up-close with the elephants in Trails of Africa, experience Predator Zone, enjoy a Red Diamond Sea Lion Show and be surrounded by and feed* beautiful lorikeets in the Schaeffer Eye Center Lorikeet Aviary. Come learn how the Zoo uses enrichment activities to help keep the animals mentally and physically fit. Guests can also see live animal demonstrations, feedings, chat with the keepers and more! *Additional cost.
Adults – $8*
Children 2 – 12 years old – $5.50*
Senior Citizens 65 years+ – $7*
Military (Active duty only- must show military ID)- $7*
*Plus tax

Tannehill Trade Days
2017-07-15 08:00 - 16:00 | Tannehill State Park, 12632 Confederate Parkway, McCalla, AL, 35111
shoppers and swappers come from far and near to Tannehill Trade Days in search of tools, clothing, jewelry, knives, furniture and other treasures. We have 350+ vendors to come and see. (March – November) rain or shine.
Please Note: No Pets or bicycles are allowed in the Trade Days Area
Park admission:
$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

Hanna Andersson Grand Opening
2017-07-14 10:00 - 2017-07-16 18:00 | Hanna Andersson at The Summit, 214 Summit Blvd, Birmingham, 35243, United States
RSVP NOW! Come celebrate with us as we open a brand new Hanna Andersson store at The Summit with prizes, treats and celebratory offers!
Grand Opening Weekend in-store deals Friday-Sunday, July 14-16:
• Buy one, get one FREE on all baby and kids sleepwear
• 30% off the rest of your purchase
Plus be one of the first customers Friday–Sunday and receive a free gift:
• Friday: FREE pair of long johns to the first 500 customers!
• Saturday & Sunday: FREE $20 Hanna gift card to the first 100 customers each day!

Join us Friday and Saturday, 10AM–9PM, and Sunday, noon–6PM.
See you there, Birmingham!
Love,
@happyhannas

Mommy and Me Yoga
2017-07-14 09:30 - 10:30 | Pure Fitness, 425 Montgomery Hwy, Ste 115, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216
Come bring your little one (any age) to a yoga class designed to keep the entire family moving while having fun.

Jungle Adventures
2017-07-13 18:30 - 19:15 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join us for an animal show with Rick Rakestraw and his collection of animals from around the world!

Family Ice Cream Social
2017-07-13 18:00 - 18:45 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States
Come out and enjoy some ice cream on us! All ages. No registration required.

Birmingham Barons V. Mobile
2017-07-12 19:05 - 23:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over spring and summertime; due in large part to a world-class ballpark and creative promotional schedule, the Barons have paced the League in attendance each of the last four seasons, including 418,361 in 2016.
AAA Wednesday
Show your AAA card at the Regions Field Ticket Office and save!

Tween Event: Lego Build Party
2017-07-12 14:00 - 15:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States
Make a creation, play a game, meet a challenge! Food served while you play! Ages 8 – 12. No registration required.

Birmingham Barons V. Mobile
2017-07-11 19:05 - 23:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over spring and summertime; due in large part to a world-class ballpark and creative promotional schedule, the Barons have paced the League in attendance each of the last four seasons, including 418,361 in 2016.

T-Shirt Tuesday Giveaway
First 1,000 adults, 13 & over, receive a free T-shirt.

50-Cent Hot Dog Night
Fans can enjoy Hot Dogs for only 50-Cents.

Social Media Night
Fans have the opportunity to win prizes through social media contests.

Hogwarts Academy at Homewood Library
2017-07-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Hogwarts Academy – Herbology, Defense Against the Dark Arts, and Astrology –
Think you have what it takes to survive the classes at Hogwarts? Take a Hogwarts class at the Homewood Public Library to find out! From Charms to the Defense of the Dark Arts, you will learn all you need to be an amazing wizard. Can’t make it to each class? No worries, register for the ones you can attend. Online registration required for each class.

Cow Appreciation Day at Pump It Up
2017-07-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Pump It Up, 101 Cahaba Valley Parkway, West, Pelham, AL, 35124
Celebrate National Cow Appreciation Day at Pump It Up Pelham. Go dressed as a cow and get half off pop in play time

Craft Days
2017-07-11 14:00 - 2017-07-25 15:30 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States
Drop in anytime between 2:00 – 3:30. All ages welcome. Registration required. Registration begins 1 week prior to craft date.

Create Your Own Fairy Garden Workshop
2017-07-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Aldridge Gardens, 3520 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL, 35216, United States
Fairy Gardens for the Young and Young at Heart
Join us at Aldridge Gardens on July 11, from 2-4 p.m. to create your own Fairy Garden.
Bring your own pot or dish or saucer and spend an hour or two creating an inviting fairy playground or landscape. Moss, gravels, twigs, bits, and ideas provided.
A delightful outing for a grandparent and a grandchild (between 5 & 12) or for just stretching your imagination. See a demonstration and discussion of fairy gardens by Carol Hunter of Myers Plants and Pottery. Then participate in a hands-on make-and-take session led by Aldridge Gardens own Debbie McDonald.
$30 for members, $35 for nonmembers.
Each participant will receive a 20% off coupon to Myers Plants and Pottery for fairy garden supplies.
Space is limited so sign up soon! Use the tickets link from this Facebook event or go to aldridgegardens.com.

Birmingham Zoo at the Homewood Library
2017-07-11 10:30 - 11:15 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
If you can’t make it out to the zoo, make it to the library to see some of the animal world’s most amazing animals. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Garden Gates
2017-07-11 10:00 - 11:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States
Why does the beautiful blue chicory flower have such ragged edges? Native American legend says the Eagle clipped it from a piece of the blue sky. In her slide talk, Verna Gates, master storyteller and founder of Fresh Air Family, tells us how our ancestors used stories as guides to identify and use native plants. Ages 5 and up. Registration required.

Happy Birthday McWane!
2017-07-11 09:00 - 17:00 | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
McWane Science Center opened for business 19 years ago today – enjoy the museum and the IMAX at the prices you did in 1998.

Summer Reading Series at Hanna Andersson
2017-07-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Hanna Andersson at The Summit, 214 Summit Blvd, Birmingham, 35243, United States
Join us for our Summer Reading Series: This School Year Will Be The Best! on Wednesday, August 9 at 11 am (local time). Storytime will be hosted at all Hanna stores including outlets.
Giveaway: For each storytime you attend during our Summer Reading Series, you’ll receive an entry (one per family) to win a set of six books. One lucky winner will be drawn per store on August 24.
Summer Reading Series:
Wednesday, August 23 – My Teacher’s Secret Life
Hanna’s Summer Reading Series is in partnership with Rising a Reader

Cow Appreciation Day
2017-07-11 06:30 - 19:00 | Chick Fil A
This year, let’s celebrate the true meaning of #CowAppreciationDay by showing the Cows how thankful we are all day long, not only by dressing up like them, but also by telling them how much we love them! If you have a message to share with the Cows, send us a message or share it with #CowAppreciationDay!
Chick-fil-A Restaurants will also be celebrating our annual Cow Appreciation Day event by offering a free Entrée to any guest who visits the Restaurant dressed as a cow.
Visit http://chickfila.social/t8hbzq for more details.
A few reminders:
∙ Wear anything cow-like and receive your free entrée from opening until 7pm.
∙ Breakfast items may not be served at all locations.
∙ Salads are excluded from this offer.
∙ To participate, orders must be placed at the register.
∙ One free breakfast, lunch or dinner entrée per person for anyone dressed cow-like.
∙ Don’t forget to share your best photos and why you love the Cows using #CowAppreciationDay

Birmingham Barons V. Mobile
2017-07-10 19:05 - 23:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over spring and summertime; due in large part to a world-class ballpark and creative promotional schedule, the Barons have paced the League in attendance each of the last four seasons, including 418,361 in 2016.

Zoo Member Night at Regions Park
2017-07-10 19:05 - 23:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
Attention Zoo Members: On Monday, July 10, you’re invited to enjoy FREE admission to watch the Birmingham Barons play at Regions Field! Just bring your valid Member I.D. card and cheer on the hometown team during Zoo Member Nights at the Barons. This is another benefit of being a Birmingham Zoo Member!

Be-AT your Best International Music Show Monday, July 10 @ 2:00 & 6:00 pm
2017-07-10 18:00 - 19:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States
An energetic show with music and drums from around the world! All ages. No registration required. Sponsored by Oak Mountain Pediatric Dentistry.

Be-AT your Best International Music Show
2017-07-10 14:00 - 15:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States

Birmingham Barons V. Mobile
2017-07-09 18:00 - 23:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over spring and summertime; due in large part to a world-class ballpark and creative promotional schedule, the Barons have paced the League in attendance each of the last four seasons, including 418,361 in 2016.

Salute to Armed Forces Sunday
$2 Military Discount when valid Military ID shown at ticket office.

Bark in the Park
Fans are encouraged to bring their pets to enjoy a ballgame at Regions Field. Must purchase a ticket for dog.

Camp Firecracker ADHD Summer Camp
2017-07-09 16:00 - 2017-07-14 17:15 | Camp Fletcher, 5150 Fletcher Road, Bessemer, Alabama, 35022, Select a Country:
This summer, Camp Firecracker is launching a brand new summer program for youth with ADHD. Like many programs offered by Camp Fire Alabama, Camp Firecracker was developed when a parent and teacher approached us seeking help for a group of children with a special need: an affordable, traditional resident camp session uniquely designed for children with a primary diagnosis of ADHD. Camp Fire staff have worked closely with parents, school counselors, teachers, principals, and college professors to design a week-long schedule of activities that will insure a measurable and meaningful experience for these unique campers and their parents. We are excited to offer this BRAND NEW program for Summer Camp 2017. The program will be offered at Camp Fletcher (in McCalla, AL) which is owned and operated by Camp Fire Alabama.
Who is Eligible? Registration is open to campers who meet the following criteria:
· Youth entering grades 6th-9th AND who will be between the ages of 11-13
by May 31, 2017.
· Youth with a primary diagnosis of ADHD
Spaces are limited and registration will be on a first come first served basis until sessions are full, with an option to be placed on a wait list. More information and registration is available online at www.campfire-al.org.

Sensory Storytime at Homewood Library
2017-07-08 10:30 - 11:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
This monthly, all-ages storytimes introduces stories and songs in a variety of engaging ways in a sensory friendly atmosphere.
