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Shop Save & Share
2018-10-17 - 2018-10-28 | Junior League of Birmingham, 2212 20th Ave. South, Birmingham, Alabama, 35223, Select a Country:
Shop Save & Share is Birmingham’s premier shopping event, benefitting the Junior League of Birmingham’s 38 community projects serving women and children in Birmingham. Purchase a $40 card to receive 20% off at over 500 area stores, restaurants and businesses October 17-28.
Purchase your virtual Shop Save & Share card through Planet Fundraiser at http://bit.ly/2018shopsaveshare beginning September 11 or buy a card at select participating retailers. Visit http://www.shopsaveandshare.netfor more information.
Join us for the Shop Save & Share kickoff party October 17 at The Summit and shop with purpose for the women & children of Birmingham this October!

Kids Corner at North Shelby Library
2018-10-17 01:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Stop by the Children’s Department for some small games and activities. Designed for 3-6 year olds. No registration required.

Boo at the Zoo
2018-10-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham , AL, 35223
Make your Halloween plans all month long in October with the Birmingham Zoo! Prepare for over the top fun during our 27th annual Boo at the Zoo presented by Wells Fargo! Watch as the Zoo transforms into a destination of spooky attractions, themed rides and carnival games for 18 nights!
Come experience the excitement on Henley Park with inflatables, ghostly Ghoul School, Bat Keeper Chats and so much more! Guests are invited to wear their favorite family-friendly costumes as they partake in the festivities.
Trick or Treat Lane will be the sought after candy place for anyone with a sweet tooth! Take a wild ride around the Zoo on our Eerie Express Train. The Spider Slide, Ghost Rollers and Scarousel are just a few thrills that are sure to entertain children of all ages.
Meet members of our animal family at the UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Wildlife Show and around the park with Animal Greetings. Boogie down at the Monster Mash dance party under the Safari Peak.
Boo at the Zoo presented by Wells Fargo is one spook-tacular event you won’t want to miss!

13th Annual Spooktacular at CHOM!
2018-10-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
13th Annual Halloween Spooktacular at CHOM!
Thursday, October 18, 2018 5:30 – 7:30 pm
CHOM closes at 4:30 and re-opens at 5:30 pm
Costume + Food Bank item = Admission for each person, adults too!
Purchase tickets for carnival games at event
See more information on flyer

Tween Campfire Ghost Stories
2018-10-18 18:00 - 19:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
A spooky tradition here at the North Shelby Library going on 12 years now. We will share an hour of campfire spooky stories with Ms. Kristy, and cook s’mores and hot dogs by the fire. Costumes welcome. The event will be held on the back patio. In the event of poor weather, we will move to the Tween Department.
Ages 7-12. Registration begins October 1st. Contact Kristy at 439-5504 or nschild@shelbycounty-al.org for more information.

Mt Laurel Toddler Tales
2018-10-19 10:00 - 10:30 | Mt Laurel Library, 111 Olmsted St, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Stories, songs, fingerplays, and more make up a lively 30 minute program designed especially for short attention spans and their caregiver. Registration begins two weeks prior to each storytime. Ages 36 months and younger. Registration required.

Mt Laurel Storytime
2018-10-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Mt Laurel Library, 111 Olmsted St, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Stories, music, and more for every member of the family. All ages. No registration required.

An Evening at Hogwarts
2018-10-19 17:00 - 22:00 | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Calling all witches, wizards, and muggles: Grab your wizard robe and cross Platform 9 ¾ to McWane’s School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! Enjoy dinner in the Great Hall, make your own wizard wand, concoct potions, attend flying lessons, and more!  After class is dismissed, grab your complimentary popcorn and drink as you view a special showing of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in the IMAX Dome.  It’s the wizarding event of the year that you won’t want to miss!  Be sure to don your house colors and robes! Advance reservations are required as this event will sell out.
Tickets: Call or E-mail 205-714-8363 / lgarrett@mcwane.org. Please leave your contact information, ticket information when prompted. Online tickets coming soon.
$45 / Members: $40
Friday Night: 5:00 – 10:00 pm
5:00 – 5:30 pm — Check-In
5:30 – 6:30 pm — Dinner
5:30 – 7:30 pm — Classes
7:30 – 10:00 pm — Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in IMAX
Saturday Night: 3:00 – 8:00 pm OR 5:00 – 10:15 pm
3:00 – 3:30 pm — Check-In
3:30 – 5:45 pm — Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in IMAX
5:45 – 6:45 pm — Dinner
6:00 – 8:00 pm — Classes
OR
5:30 – 6:00 pm — Check-In
6:00 – 8:00 pm — Classes
7:00 – 8:00 pm — Dinner
8:00 – 10:15 pm — Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in IMAX

The Human Body at CHOM!
2018-10-20 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
The Human Body at CHOM!
Saturday, October 20, 2018 9-4:30 pm
Creep on down to CHOM and explore the human body!
Make your own x-ray! Stick your hands in a bucket of “blood cells!”
Create a spinal cord!
All activities included in admission!

Oak Mountain Elementary School Fall Fun Fest
2018-10-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Oak Mountain Elementary School, 5640 Cahaba Valley Roak, Birmingham, 35242, United States
For Immediate Release
Oak Mountain Elementary School PTO
Amy Bryan Baggett
205-799-3880
omespr@gmail.com
OAK MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HOSTS 10TH ANNUAL FALL FUN FEST
School fundraiser celebrates best of autumn fun, while helping to fund educational improvements.
The Oak Mountain Elementary School’s Parent-Teacher Organization is hosting its 2018 Fall Fun Fest event on Saturday, October 20, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cost is $13 for pre-paid wristbands; $15 at the door. Adults & kids 2 and under are free.
The annual fundraiser will be held on the school grounds and will offer family-friendly entertainment, food, activities, and crafts.
Attendees can enjoy inflatable structures, seasonal crafts, face painting, and other fun activities such as cake, candy, and soda walks. Guests can also check out a pumpkin patch and a hay ride. The event will feature performances by the Blue Bird Choir and the OMES Cheer Squad.
A variety of treats will be available for purchase including Marco’s Pizza and a $7 Chick-Fil-A lunch combo. Pandy’s Food Truck will feature funnel cakes and fried Oreos. Steel City Pops and Kona Ice will be on hand for tasty frozen treats. Local vendors will be on site selling crafts and other items.
The event will feature college football games on large screen TVs thanks to Direct TV, so that fans won’t have to miss out on watching game day events.
As the school’s largest annual fundraiser, the Fall Fun Festival includes a silent auction, with the ability to view auction items online and make advance bidding.
All proceeds from the fall fun fest are dedicated to the benefit of the students. It will go towards education, events and improvements at OMES.

Mt Laurel Spooky Preschool Science
2018-10-22 11:30 - 12:30 | Mt Laurel Library, 111 Olmsted St, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Come join Jan Mattingly a.k.a. The Science Lady as she presents a program of Spooky Science for preschoolers! Registration is required.

Sugar Rush
2018-10-22 18:30 - 19:30 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Decorate cupcakes and try candy from all over.

This program planned by the Teen Leadership Council.

Registration required; 6th-12th graders.

VBAC Education Class
2018-10-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municipal Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216, United States
ICAN of Birmingham is offering a free, instructional VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) course for parents, grandparents, support people, doulas and birth professionals! Using evidence-based resources as our guide, this class will:
– Present a general overview of both the risks and benefits of VBAC
– Answer commonly asked questions about VBAC
– Address factors that may influence the success of a trial of labor after a cesarean (TOLAC)
– Provide you with further resources to assist you/your clients in making informed decisions about birthing after a previous cesarean
This class is free and open to the public. However, because of the nature of this particular course, we do ask that you leave children at home for this event. Registration is required to attend. The meeting will take place in the Fitzgerald Room on the Theatre Level of the Hoover Library.

Family Board Game Night
2018-10-25 18:00 - 19:30 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Drop by the Children’s Department between 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm and play some board games together as a family! No registration.

Preschool Kitchen Science
2018-10-26 10:30 - 11:30 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Ms. Jan is bringing some spooky science to share with preschoolers! Be prepared for fun! Preschool Age. Registration required and opens 2 weeks before program.

Storybook 5K and Fun Run
2018-10-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Vestavia Hills City Hall, 1032 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia, 35216, United States
The 3rd annual Storybook 5K and Fun Run, hosted by the Junior Board of the Vestavia Hills Library Foundation, is a fundraiser for the Children’s Department of the Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest. The 5K will begin at 8:00 am with the 2 Mile Run beginning at 8:10 am and the One Mile Fun Run following at 9:00 am. Official chip timing is available for 5K and 2 Mile Run participants. This all ages event will be fun for the entire family as well as all members of our community and the greater Birmingham area. In addition to the 5K race, 2 mile run, and Fun Run, there will be live music, bounce house and slide, storybook characters, ballet dancers in costume, face painting and complimentary food and drinks! New this year, run or walk with your four-legged family members by choosing the Run, Walk, or Wag option for an additional $5 per dog! Participating dogs must be leashed at all times. Packet pick-up will be at Vestavia Hills City Hall on Friday, October 26 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Register by October 15 to receive an event t-shirt!

CSI: at CHOM!
2018-10-27 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
CSI: CHOM Child Science Investigators
Saturday, October 27, 2018 9-4:30 pm
Discover What’s in the Evidence Bag?
Fingerprint Analysis! DNA Extraction!
Solve the CHOM Crime!
All activities included in Admission!

LEGO Club at Mt Laurel Library
2018-10-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Mt Laurel Library, 111 Olmsted St, Birmingham, AL, 35242
The library provides the Legos, the kids provide the imagination and creativity. Families are welcome to drop in anytime between 11 and 1 to build spectacular creations which will be displayed in the library.

Alabama Wildlife Center's Owl-O-Ween
2018-10-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Oak mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL, 35214
Features children’s activities: games, crafts, creepy-crawly table, owl prowl, story time. Plus: bird of prey shows, rehabilitated wild bird release & complimentary candy. Meet Alabama’s native owls & the world’s largest owl species up close!! Free after paid admission to Oak Mountain State Park.

Mr. Bond’s Science Guys’ Spooky Science Show
2018-10-29 15:30 - 17:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Show: All ages, no registration. Slime Activity: Kids 7 and up, registration required.
Come enjoy learning about spooky science with the Science Guys! All ages are welcome to attend the show. Following the show will be a slime activity for kids ages 7 and up. The show is no registration, but registration is required for the slime activity.

Trick or Treat at Mt Laurel and North Shelby Libraries
2018-10-31 10:00 - 18:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Stop by North Shelby Library and Mt Laurel Library to Trick or Treat! Each department will have candy and allergy-friendly treats to share. Costumes are welcome but not required!

Storyday with Nay Nay
2018-11-01 09:30 - 10:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join Ms. Nay Nay for this fun-filled storytime for preschoolers!

Leaps and Bounds at Homewood Library
2018-11-02 10:30 - 11:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
(ages 2-4) Join us for a fun and energetic movement class. Register online starting the Monday before the Friday class date.

Disney on Ice Presents Frozen
2018-11-02 10:30 - 12:00, 2018-11-02 19:00 - 21:00 | BJCC Legacy Arena, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Be a part of Anna’s adventure to find her sister, Queen Elsa, whose icy powers trapped the kingdom in an eternal winter. Join Olaf, Kristoff, and Sven as they encounter wintry conditions and mystical trolls in a race to bring back summer. Hosted by Mickey and Minnie, your whole family will sing along to unforgettable music and be delighted with special appearances by the Disney Princesses, Woody, Buzz, Dory and more. Experience magic at every turn and create memories to last a lifetime at Disney On Ice presents Frozen – the show worth melting for!

Dia de los Muertos
2018-11-02 17:00 - 23:00 | Pepper Place, 2829 2nd Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 35233
This event has become one of the largest and most popular events in the city because of its attention to tradition and the cultural significance it celebrates. The festival is made possible by countless volunteer hours, given to create an experience that respects the tradition and heart of Mexico’s sacred Day of the Dead remembrance, which combines flowers, music, food, stories, friends, family and memorials in honor of those who have gone before. Many say the gathering has brought them a stronger, broader sense of community. Personal remembrances (ofrendas), family crafts, puppet shows, music, procession, memorial roll call, local artists’ market (mercado), food and beverage vendors, face painters and more are all part of this unique cross-cultural celebration.

Birmingham Bulls Hockey
2018-11-02 19:30 - 22:00 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
V Evansville Thunderbolts
As You Walk Through the Door, Your Hearts Starts Pumping! The irresistible lure of HOCKEY and the buzz of a packed house causes your ADRENALIN to surge. The music is PUMPING, the lights fade and the smoke swirls – and that’s just the beginning. Monster hits, UNBELIEVABLE GOALS and in-your-face hockey keeps you on the edge of your seat. The action is NON-STOP! With heart pounding music, and contests, what are you waiting for? It’s an EXPERIENCE to remember.

Storm Science at CHOM!
2018-11-03 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Storm Science at CHOM! Saturday, November 3, 2018 9 – 4:30 pm
Create hurricane art! Adopt a pet cloud!
Make a tiny tornado! Experience a storm in a jar!
All activities included in Admission

All Day LEGO Play
2018-11-03 10:00 - 11:30 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
The library provides the Legos, the kids provide the imagination and creativity! Families are welcome to drop in anytime between 10:00 and 11:30 to build spectacular creations. Creations will then go on display in the Children’s Department. All ages welcome. No registration required.

Moss Rock Festival
2018-11-03 10:00 - 17:00 | Moss Rock Preserve, 617 Preserve Pkwy, Hoover, AL, 35226, United States
Grab friends and family and get outside to the Moss Rock Festival at The Preserve in Hoover. Explore Nature, SmartLIVING, Art + Design at Alabama’s premier eco-creative festival. Innovation, imagination, and fun await 10,000 visitors under a blanket of fall colors at this idyllic neighborhood setting adjacent to Hoover’s own 350 acre Moss Rock Preserve.
$7 Adult, $10 Wknd, $5 Senior/Student, Kids 15 & under free NOTE: There are no advance Gate Tickets, only for Beer Garden tasting.
