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Indy Grand Prix at Barber Motorsports
2018-04-21 09:00 - 18:30, 2018-04-20 09:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Barber Motorsports, 6040 Barber Motorsports Parkway, Leeds, AL, 35094
Pack your picnic, bring a cooler and head out to Barber Motorsports Park for a weekend full of activities and racing. Names such as Helio Castroneves, Marco Andretti, Graham Rahal, Will Power and many more will be competing for the title. This family-friendly event is right in your own backyard, so don’t miss out.

Three-Day general admission $69
Friday general admission $15
Saturday general admission $29
Sunday general admission $39
Ticket upgrades and camping available.

Contact: 877.332.7804
Official Website

Day out with Thomas at Heart of Dixie Railroad
2018-04-21 09:00 - 17:00 | Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, 1919 9th Street, Calera, AL, 35040
Thomas the Tank Engine invites little engineers to join him for a day of friendship and family fun at Day Out with Thomas: Big Adventure Tour 2018!
This fun-filled event offers children and their families the opportunity to:
– Take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine
– Meet Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway
– Participate in Thomas-themed activities at the Thomas &
Friends Imagination Station
– Listen to storytelling and live music
– And so much more!
It’s a day of FUN!
For tickets and information visit us at http://www.hodrrm.org/

Gardendale Magnolia Festival
2018-04-20 17:00 - 22:00 | Gardendal Civic Center, 857 Main Street, Gardendale, AL, 35071
We are the Total Family Experience! Three stages free, live entertainment, 150 vendor booths, midway carnival, pooch parade, car show, free art classes, 5K run, 20+ food vendors, 5K run, free kid zone. Free parking and admission

Kids in the Kitchen at Homewood Library
2018-04-18 15:30 - 16:15 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
It’s time to test those culinary skills and learn some great techniques for making fun and tasty food. K-5th grade.

Preschool Playtime at Homewood Public Library
2018-04-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
We’ll provide the stations and you provide the imagination for a fun morning of play with your child. For ages five and under. Daycare groups must call 332-6619 in advance to schedule time.

Hogwarts Express at Homewood Library
2018-04-15 15:30 - 16:30 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join us as we delve into a different Harry Potter book each month through crafts, snacks and activities. In April, we will recreate fun from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. K-7th grade.

Birmingham Barons V. Montgomery Biscuits
2018-04-15 15:00 - 18:00, 2018-04-14 18:30 - 21:30, 2018-04-13 19:05 - 22:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
Tickets $7 – $15. Fans can choose from three different reserved seating sections. Dugout Premium seats located behind the Barons dugout on the first base side, Field Reserved seats located behind home plate and the visiting dugout and Baseline Box seats located on the first and third base lines.
General Admission seats remain the same price as in recent years with adult tickets available for $7.00. Children (12-years and younger), seniors (60 years and older) and members of the military receive $1.00 discounts on the listed prices for all reserved and general admission seats. General Admission seating is located in the right field bleachers and the berm seating areas.
With a seating bowl reminiscent of Birmingham’s historic Rickwood Field, Regions Field will provide unique vantage points throughout the ballpark with views of the downtown skyline, UAB, Children’s Hospital and Red Mountain.

Pizza Day at CHOM!
2018-04-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, 35401, United States
Pizza Party at CHOM!
Saturday, April 14,2018
​10 am – 4 pm
Make a pizza hat!
Play pizza games!
Sling-shot Pizza!
Best of all…SAMPLE PIZZA!

Farm Day at the Birmingham Zoo
2018-04-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham , AL, 35223
Take a look at Alabama’s agricultural heritage with a fun and educational peek into daily farm life during this annual event in the Junior League of Birmingham – Hugh Kaul Children’s Zoo. Farm Day features a variety of activities and booths to educate the public about Alabama’s rural and agricultural heritage. Watch sheep shearing, goat hoof trimming and horse shoe making demonstrations. Enjoy presentations from the Birmingham Fiber Guild, 4-H youth group, and more! Farm Day is free for Zoo Members and included in admission for non-members.
10am-2pm: Booths featuring 4-H youth group, Girl Scout troop #30647, Fiber Guild, Alfa Young Farmers and Farrier (Horseshoe making) and more!
10am-11am: Sheep Shearing in the Barn
1:30pm-2pm: Hoof Trimming demonstration in the Barn

Fossil Hunt by Fresh Air Family
2018-04-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Union Chapel Mine, dirt road, Sumiton, 35148
World Class Fossil Hunt – Step Back 313 Million Years!
Sponsored by America’s First Federal Credit Union Kids 1st Club
Join Fresh Air Family at one of the world’s most important fossil sites, so important, it may rewrite history! This site is so rich in fossils that paleontologists can study the behavior and populations of ancient creatures who pre-date the dinosaurs. One of our Moms found a fossil of museum quality –otherwise, you can keep your treasured finds.
Last year a 9-year-old and a 12-year-old found museum-quality pieces!
This recently discovered site took an Act of Congress to preserve Union Chapel Mine’s hundreds of fossils. It has been visited by scientists from around the world ever since.
Sign up now, slots fill up fast! This hike is led by Carl Sloan, Fresh Air Family biologist and secretary of the Alabama Paleontological Society, which has been credited with many of the discoveries on this site. Meet: The WalMart Parking lot in Sumiton 690 West Highway 78, Sumiton, AL (We cannot give out the location of the fossil site.) Registration required at events@freshairfamily.org or 205-540-6642 Wear long pants and good shoes as it is rough terrain. You will need a small hammer and a screwdriver to separate rocks. Bring a box with newspaper to take home your delicate finds! Sunscreen and water are essential in this full sun environment. Weather: Slippery conditions or rain will cancel this event.
Every Kids 1st Club account member can earn Honor Dollars! Bring your child’s most recent report card with all A’s and B’s to any America’s First branch and we will deposit $5.00 into their account!
For more information email: Events@FreshAirFamily.org or call 205-540-6642.
Two Sessions:
9am and 1pm

Move and Groove Storytime at Homewod Public Library
2018-04-13 10:30 - 11:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join us for an interactive and energetic movement storytime for all ages filled with dance, yoga and fun.

Day out with Thomas at Heart of Dixie Railroad
2018-04-13 09:00 - 17:00 | Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, 1919 9th Street, Calera, AL, 35040
Thomas the Tank Engine invites little engineers to join him for a day of friendship and family fun at Day Out with Thomas: Big Adventure Tour 2018!
This fun-filled event offers children and their families the opportunity to:
– Take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine
– Meet Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway
– Participate in Thomas-themed activities at the Thomas &
Friends Imagination Station
– Listen to storytelling and live music
– And so much more!
It’s a day of FUN!
For tickets, departure times and information visit us at http://www.hodrrm.org/

Birmingham Barons V. Montgomery Biscuits
2018-04-12 19:05 - 22:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
Presented By Riders Harley-Davidson
The first 1,000 fans through the gates will get a magnetic schedule cling.

Tickets $7 – $15. Fans can choose from three different reserved seating sections. Dugout Premium seats located behind the Barons dugout on the first base side, Field Reserved seats located behind home plate and the visiting dugout and Baseline Box seats located on the first and third base lines.
General Admission seats remain the same price as in recent years with adult tickets available for $7.00. Children (12-years and younger), seniors (60 years and older) and members of the military receive $1.00 discounts on the listed prices for all reserved and general admission seats. General Admission seating is located in the right field bleachers and the berm seating areas.
With a seating bowl reminiscent of Birmingham’s historic Rickwood Field, Regions Field will provide unique vantage points throughout the ballpark with views of the downtown skyline, UAB, Children’s Hospital and Red Mountain.

Family Storytime at Homewood Library
2018-04-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Come dressed in your favorite pajamas and listen to some stories before bedtime!

Family Storytime at Homewood Public Library
2018-04-12 18:30 - 19:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States

Birmingham Barons V. Montgomery Biscuits
2018-04-11 19:05 - 22:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
Opening Day v. Montgomery Biscuits!
Presented By Riders Harley-Davidson
The first 1,000 fans through the gates will get a magnetic schedule cling.

Tickets $7 – $15. Fans can choose from three different reserved seating sections. Dugout Premium seats located behind the Barons dugout on the first base side, Field Reserved seats located behind home plate and the visiting dugout and Baseline Box seats located on the first and third base lines.
General Admission seats remain the same price as in recent years with adult tickets available for $7.00. Children (12-years and younger), seniors (60 years and older) and members of the military receive $1.00 discounts on the listed prices for all reserved and general admission seats. General Admission seating is located in the right field bleachers and the berm seating areas.
With a seating bowl reminiscent of Birmingham’s historic Rickwood Field, Regions Field will provide unique vantage points throughout the ballpark with views of the downtown skyline, UAB, Children’s Hospital and Red Mountain.

LEGO Club at Homewood Public Library
2018-04-11 15:30 - 16:15 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join us for an exciting new building challenge each month. K-5th grade.

Hedgie Hello at North Shelby Library
2018-04-11 11:30 - 12:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Stop by to say hello to our pet hedgehog, Oliver! We’ll take him out of his cage and feed him a few treats while you watch. All ages welcome. No registration required.

Family Storytime with Mr Mac
2018-04-11 10:45 - 11:30 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family. All Ages. No Registration.

Hedgie Hello at North Shelby Library
2018-04-10 16:30 - 17:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States

Wee Ones at Homewood Library
2018-04-10 10:30 - 11:00, 2018-04-10 09:30 - 10:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join Ms. Mary for a fun and energetic storytime for ages 24 months and under.

Picture Book Club: Little Blue Truck
2018-04-10 10:00 - 11:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, 35242, United States
Who better to help us learn about friendship than Little Blue Truck? Join us for stories, games, crafts, and snacks! Suited for ages 3-5. Registration required.

Picture Books Alive at Homewood Library
2018-04-09 10:30 - 11:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
We’re bringing some of your favorite picture books to life through stories, videos, puppets, crafts and more!

Toddler Tales at North Shelby Library
2018-04-09 10:00 - 11:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
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.

Disney Junior Dance Party
2018-04-08 16:00 - 18:00 | BJCC Concert Hall, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Are you ready to DANCE?!? Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour is an ALL NEW interactive live concert experience. Sing along to Disney Junior’s greatest hits with your favorite characters: Mickey and the Roadster Racers, Sofia The First, Puppy Dog Pals, Elena of Avalor, Doc McStuffins, Vampirina, The Lion Guard and more! Kids of all ages and their families are invited to get up and dance, play games and join the biggest dance party around!

Birmingham Bulls Hockey
2018-04-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
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, contests, and the prospect of catching a fantastic FREE SOUVENIR, what are you waiting for? Build your team’s SPIRIT by sharing in ours. It’s an EXPERIENCE to remember.
