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Vulcan Materials Quarry Crusher Run
2017-04-22 | Vulcan Materials Company, 2101 Pinson Valley Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35217, United States
Quarry Crusher Run Birmingham: April 22, 2017
Location: Vulcan Materials Dolcito Quarry, 2101 Pinson Valley Parkway
Tarrant City, AL 35217 – Proceeds benefiting Tarrant City Schools
Join us at the Dolcitio Quarry! This event is unique as it is a hillside quarry where you will start in the middle, run to the top then to the bottom! You will experience 700′ in elevation change on this route!

America's Thrift Store Open House
2017-04-22 09:00 - 16:00 UTC | Americas Thrift Store, 218 2nd Street SW, Alabaster, Al, 35007
Stop by for some family fun and goodies!
Free hot dogs
Free drinks and cookies (while supplies last)
Free snow cones for the first 100 people from Kona Ice beginning at 1 p.m.
Free giveaways from Pepsi (shirts, caps, water bottles, etc.)
Face painting for the kids from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
You will also have the chance to register for a chance to win a 5 min all you can grab shopping spree (winner drawn at 4 p.m.)

Gardendale Magnolia Festival
2017-04-22 09:00 - 17:00 | Gardendal Civic Center, 857 Main Street, Gardendale, AL, 35071
Midway Carnival
150 Vendor Booths
3 Stages of LIVE Entertainment
Pooch Parade
5K Run/Fun Run
Art Contest
Car Show
Free Art Classes
Free Kids Zone
Food! Food! Food!
Pageants
Fishing Tournament
And Much More!
Free parking and free admission to 3 stages entertainment.
Location: Gardendale Civic Center, Gardendale First Baptist Church, Gardendale High School (Corner of Mt. Olive and Main Street).

Earth Day at McWane
2017-04-22 10:00 - 16:00 | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Let’s give it up for Earth! Not only is it our home planet, it’s also a pretty magnificent marvel of science. Join us in celebrating Earth with cool science programs and demonstrations.

LEGO Wars Vestavia: Hills Library
2017-04-22 11:00 - 11:45 | Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest, 1221 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills Library, AL, 35216
Bring your imagination and come build with Legos! You could win a prize. First grade and up. Families can create together!

Birmingham Barons V. Jacksonville
2017-04-22 18:30 - 22:30 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
Saturday Entertainer Series-Human Cannonball Show
David H. Smith is the highest flying Human Cannonball in the world today with his world record braking human cannonball shots and his dynamic personality. He will take flight after the completion of the game.

Birmingham Barons V. Jacksonville
2017-04-23 15:00 - 19:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
Salute to Armed Forces Sunday
$2 Military Discount when valid Military ID shown at ticket office.

Presented by: NAPA & Marion Military Institute

Autism Friendly Day
Regions Field creates an Autism Friendly environment for fans with Autism to enjoy the game.

Youth Baseball Clinic
Pre-game clinic held by Barons players on the field from 1 pm-2 pm. Encouraged for ages 5-9.

Birmingham Barons V. Jacksonville
2017-04-24 11:30 - 15:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
School Day

Sensory Storytime Homewood Library
2017-04-24 16:00 - 16:30 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
This monthly, all-ages storytime introduces stories and songs in a variety of engaging ways in a sensory friendly atmosphere.

Birmingham Barons V. Jacksonville
2017-04-25 19:05 - 22:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
T-Shirt Tuesday Giveaway
First 1,000 adults, 13 & over, receive a free T-shirt.

Presented by: Paycor

50-Cent Hot Dog Night
Fans can enjoy hotdogs for only 50 cents.

Presented by: Kayem, Flowers Baking Co., MINI of Birmingham, Birmingham Zoo, CBS 42, O’Charley’s

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

Birmingham Barons V. Jacksonville
2017-04-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Regions Field, 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, 35233
AAA Wednesday
Show your AAA card at the Regions Field Ticket Office and save!

Presented by: AAA of Alabama

School Day

Bargain Carousel
2017-04-27 18:00 - 2017-04-30 17:00 | Bargain Carousel, 2467 John Hawkins Parkway, Hoover, AL, 35244, United States
A 1000-family garage sale, Bargain Carousel has been labeled the “largest garage sale in Birmingham.” Through member donations, Bargain Carousel provides shoppers with quality items, including many of life’s necessities, at very affordable prices. In return, proceeds are returned directly to the Birmingham community through the Community Projects the Junior League of Birmingham supports.

Magic City Art Connection
2017-04-28 10:00 - 18:00, 2017-04-29 10:00 - 18:00, 2017-04-30 10:00 - 17:00 | Linn Park, 710 20th Street North, birmingham, AL, 35203
The 34th annual show and Birmingham’s largest festival will transform Linn Park with its blast of fresh artistic talent, sights, sounds, tastes, and aromas. #MagicCityArt spotlights 200 artists both locally and nationally and mixes in music, dance, kids art experiences, sculpture installations, plus food, special tastings & more. Livability.com honored Birmingham as one of the Top 10 Best Downtowns in 2014 where Magic City Art Connection was cited among the accolades. We are in awesome company and eager to keep a great spring tradition going strong.
Festival Admission: Adults $5, Kids 12 & under free
Pay at the Gate – No Advance tickets for the festival
Corks & Chefs tickets are $35 Advance / $45 at Door — includes entry to the festival.
General Day and Time Info:
Festival Entry Gates will be located at Linn Park’s central entrance points – one at Rev Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd (8th Ave N) and the other at Park Place & 20th Street.

Weatherfest at McWane Science Center
2017-04-29 09:00 - 14:00 | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Join the WBRC First Alert Weather Team on the Plaza along with other special guests to learn about all things weather. See special tools used to detect and predict weather, and meet your favorite WBRC Fox 6 personalities.
FREE for activities on the plaza
Regular admission for Adventure Halls and IMAX

Discover the Dinosaurs: Unleashed
2017-04-29 09:00 - 19:00, 2017-04-30 09:00 - 19:00 | BJCC Exhibition Halls, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Venture back to a time when the dinosaurs roamed the earth at the ALL NEW Discover the Dinosaurs UNLEASHED! Experience up-close encounters with a lifelike Stegosaurus, Velociraptor and the king T-Rex in this thrilling walk-through exhibit. Kids can also meet a baby Apatosaurus, take an exciting spin in the Jurassic Jeeps at the Dino Raceway and visit the Kids Adventure Zone filled with themed bouncy houses, crafts, face painting and more. Parents and kids can test their skills playing an all-new mini golf course, become junior paleontologists while completing the scavenger hunt as they explore the exhibit and dig for fossils in the Valley of the Bones. It’s family fun of prehistoric proportions!
Avoid online service fees! Purchase tickets at the door!
Standard ticket offer $15.00 ea + Fees
Child Ticket (ages 2-12) $15.00 ea + Fees
Group Discount Ticket 10+ $12.00 ea + Fees
Senior Ticket (age 65+) $12.00 ea + Fees
T-Rex Ticket (ages 2-12) $48.00 ea + Fees
General Day and Time Info:
Saturday – 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday – 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Individual Dates & Times: *
Apr 29, 2017: 9 am – 7 pm (Sat)
Apr 30, 2017: 9 am – 7 pm (Sun)

Art Cart: Birmingham Museum of Art
2017-04-29 11:00 - 13:00, 2017-04-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Birmingham Museum of Art, 2000 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Drop in for an art making activity that is facilitated by Teen BMA and ArtVenture staff! Art activities are inspired by artwork that is currently on display. After you make your own work of art, go check out the original art in the gallery! Art activities are geared toward children ages 4-10.

City of Hoover 50th Celebration
2017-04-29 11:00 - 15:00 | Veterans Park Valleydale, 4800 Valleydale Road, Hoover, AL, 35242
The city of Hoover will host its annual city-wide celebration, Celebrate Hoover Day, on Saturday, April 29th from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm at Veterans Park on Valleydale. This event will serve as the city’s 50th anniversary celebration and is free to the public

Celebrate Hoover Day festivities will kick-off at 11:00 am with the Veterans Memorial Paver Dedication Ceremony. A wide variety of activities are scheduled including: car show, live entertainment, expansive exhibitor pavilion featuring more than 100 Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce businesses, large Kids Zone, giant apple pie and ice cream, document destruction, e-cycling and more. Many food truck vendors will serve a range of food and beverage selections that will be available to purchase.

The Kids Zone will feature: inflatables, games, carnival rides, pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, balloon twisters, Home Depot build project, cotton candy and more.

Parking for the event will be at Spain Park High School parking lot with complimentary shuttles to event area.

For additional information check the city’s website at www.hooveralabama.gov, Facebook page at Hoover, Alabama – City Hall or on Twitter- @CityofHoover and on Instagram- @CityofHoover.

City of Irondale Spring Fest
2017-04-29 12:00 - 19:00 | Irondale City Hall, 101 20th Street South , Irondale, AL, 35210
Spring Fest is a family friendly event with something for everyone! At this year’s event there will be a Kids Zone, Seniorville, Student Art Contest, Chalk Walk, Food, Beer Garden, Vendors, Music and more!! This event is free…so come out and celebrate Spring!

Hello Hedgie
2017-05-02 15:30 - 16:30, 2017-05-03 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.

Birmingham Barons V. Mississippi Braves
2017-05-03 19:05 - 22:00 | 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!
* All promotions and game times subject to change

Birmingham Art Crawl
2017-05-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Birmingham, 113 22nd St N, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Join the Birmingham Art Crawl every first Thursday from 5:00 – 9:00 pm, rain or shine, as downtown Birmingham, Alabama transforms into a walking art gallery full of artists, performers, food and fun! Art Crawl is a great way to meet local artists and performers, buy and appreciate their work, and be part of the rapidly growing art scene in Birmingham. You also get a chance to shop after-hours in some of downtown Birmingham’s most popular businesses. An estimated 3,000 art enthusiasts attend each month in support of 40+ local artists. Venues stretch across the historic arts, loft, and theatre districts including galleries, restaurants and bars, downtown businesses and more. Look for the latest edition of Weld for Birmingham on the first Thursday of the month to find the official Birmingham Art Crawl map and to be able to navigate to each location.

Oak Mountain Spring State Fair
2017-05-04 17:30 - 22:00 | Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, 1000 Amphitheatre Drive, Pelham, AL, 35214
Enjoy the thrill of the world’s tallest traveling giant Ferris Wheel. Visit the largest collection of exotic animals in North America. Our animals love to eat and you can hand feed them all. Win some great prizes from one of the man games of skill. Get all the fun fair food you can stand. You never know who you’ll see at the Oak Mountain State Fair.
Admission Info:
Thurs, May 4 $8 (Free Parking)
Fri, May 5 $8 Admission; $5 Parking
Sat, May 6 $8 Admission; $5 Parking
Sun, May 7 $8 Admission; $5 Parking
Mon, May 8 Closed
Tues, May 9 Buddy Night.Buy One, Get One Admission at the Gate. $8 (Free Parking)
Wed, May 10 Buddy Night. Buy One, Get One Admission at the Gate. $8 (Free Parking)
Thurs, May 11 $8 (Free Parking)
Fri, May 12 $8 Admission; $5 Parking
Sat, May 13 $8 Admission; $5 Parking
Sun, May 14 $8 Admission; $5 Parking
Advanced Discount Tickets can be purchased for $5 at some Mills Pharmacy locations until April 28.

May the 4th Be with you storytime
2017-05-04 18:30 - 19:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join us for our evening monthly storytime for all ages full of music and fun. Come dressed in your favorite pajams and listen to some spacey stories!

Birmingham Barons V. Mississippi Braves
2017-05-04 19:04 - 22:00 | 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.
Joey Logano Bobblehead Giveaway
First 1,000 fans will receive a Joey Logano bobblehead.
Presented by AAA of Alabama

Thirsty Thursday
Fans can enjoy $2 beer, wine, and soft drink specials.
Presented by Miller Lite, Woodbridge, & Buffalo Wild Wings

Mardi Gras in May
Fans can enjoy a Mardi Gras atmosphere at Regions Field. Including music, beads and more! Featuring a Crawfish Boil.

* All promotions and game times subject to change

Alabama Folk Fair
2017-05-05 09:00 - 16:00 | Pleasant Hill Methodist Church Family Life Center, 4809 Bell Hill Road (McCalla), Bessemer, AL, 35211
The Bessemer Hall of History Museum is pleased to present The Alabama Folk Fair. This fair with a flair for feature handmade arts and crafts. Arts! Crafts! Live Music! Children’s Activities! Food! Door Prizes!
Bring the kids to this family-friendly two-day event and let them see and experience arts and crafts unique to pioneer and current Alabama. Craftsmen, both local and statewide, will demonstrate their special talent as they offer craft items for sale. Admission: Adults $5 & Children 12 and under free.
Proceeds from this event will benefit The Bessemer Hall of History Museum.
Adults $5.00, Children 12 and under free.
