Picture Books Alive Homewood Library
2018-01-29 10:30 - 11:00, 2018-02-12 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | 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!

Valentine's For Children's Hospital Hoover Public Library
2018-02-01 09:00 - 18:00 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municiple Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216
Bring in a signed valentine (no candy) for a patient and receive a special treat.

Valentine's for Children's Hospital Homewood Library
2018-02-01 09:00 - 18:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Help us collect valentines for Children’s Hospital by stopping in the children’s department to make one with us or bring your own from home.
The following items are not allowed: food, candy, balloons, religious messages, rubber bands, tiny objects.

ExploraStory at Hoover Library
2018-02-01 10:30 - 11:15 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municiple Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216
Stories, songs and hands-on activities. Ages 3 and up
Themes
Feb 1 Elephant Parade
Feb 8 Feeling Groovy
Feb 15 I Scream for Ice Cream
Feb 22 Rhyme Time

Harry Potter Book Night Fantastic Beasts
2018-02-01 18:30 - 20:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
The whole family is invited to join us for an evening of wizarding fun as we celebrate the magic of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter books.
Harry Potter Book Night is an annual celebration of the Harry Potter series. Bookstores and libraries throughout the world will host Harry Potter events on February 1. During the celebration, fans of all ages celebrate J.K. Rowling’s wonderful series and pass the magic on to young readers who have not yet discovered the Harry Potter books.

Groundhog Day Birmingham Zoo
2018-02-02 09:00 - 10:30 | Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham , AL, 35223
All Alabamians want to know: will Birmingham Bill see his shadow or not? Join the Zoo for the annual Groundhog Day prediction at the Birmingham Zoo’s Schaeffer Eye Center Wildlife Stage and find out if we’ll have six more weeks of winter. Don’t miss a chance to play kid-friendly games, make a Groundhog craft and more. *In the chance of rain, the activities and prediction will be held at the Safari Peak.
9am-10am: Games and more
10am-10:30am: Wildlife Show and Weather Prediction
10:30am: Photo Opportunity with Birmingham Bill

Movers and Shakers Hoover Public Library
2018-02-02 11:00 - 11:45 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municiple Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216
Children and caregivers engage in movement, music and stories. Must register. Ages 3 to 5

Valentine's for Children's Hospital Emmet O'Neal Library
2018-02-03 09:00 - 18:00 | Emmet O’ Neal Library, 50 Oak Street, Mountain Brook, AL, 35213
Drop by anytime during Library areas and make a card for a child at Children’s Hospital

Black History Scavenger Hunt at CHOM!
2018-02-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, 35401, United States
BLACK HISTORY Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, February 3, 2018
10 am-4 pm
What do you know about Black History in Tuscaloosa?

Brickfair
2018-02-03 10:00 - 17:00, 2018-02-04 10:00 - 16:00 | BJCC Exhibition Halls, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
See Cool Stuff. Do Fun Things.
Please allow yourself at least 90 minutes to enjoy the show. BrickFair celebrates only LEGO brand products – no clones. BrickFair is not affiliated with The LEGO Group. Strollers are not permitted in BrickFair; it stinks, we know, we’re sorry.
$15 At Door. Children ages 3 and Under: Free. No Strollers Allowed.

Beaker Bash The Great Outdoors
2018-02-03 17:00 - 20:00 | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
McWane Science Center will present our annual fundraiser, Beaker Bash—a beloved tradition for Birmingham area families. During the 2018 event ‘Beaker Bash: The Great Outdoors!’, visitors will discover the amazing science that awaits them in their own backyard. Event activities will encourage families to search the grass and the soil to explore animal and insect habitats, make smores under the stars, and plant your own garden as you find out there is more to your backyard than you could ever imagine! Every year, Beaker Bash represents just one example of how science and fun come together to take education beyond the classroom to create a lifelong love of learning.
The funds raised through Beaker Bash directly support statewide education programs and make field trips affordable for thousands of students. It is only with YOUR help that we can make a difference in our community by bringing unique experiences, and vital STEM education programs, to the students and children who will become our future leaders in science and innovation.
Under 21: $30* | Over 21: $50 | Family 4-Pack: $150*
*Children under 2 years old are free
*With a donation of $500 or more not only will get tickets for four, you will also receive a year-long donor membership to McWane Science Center

Together with Twos Hoover Public Library
2018-02-05 09:30 - 10:15 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municiple Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216
Stories and crafts for two-year-olds. Space is limited, register each week.

Together with Twos Hoover Library
2018-02-05 10:30 - 11:15 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municiple Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216
Stories and crafts for two-year-olds. Space is limited, register each week.

AGE GROUP: Preschool,

Story Lab Hoover Public Library
2018-02-05 16:00 - 16:45 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municiple Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216
One story prompts lots of hands-on-activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Themes
Feb 5 Feet by Feet
Feb 12 Party Time
Feb 19 Big & Small
Feb 26 Count Me In

AshaKiran Cultural Competency Conference 2018
2018-02-06 08:00 - 17:00 | University of Alabama in Huntsville, 301 Sparkman Dr NW, huntsville, 35899, United States
Join AshaKiran, the University of Alabama in Huntsville Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs and Office of Womens & Gender Studies, Alabama Dept. of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS) and the Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind (AIDB) for the annual AshaKiran Cultural Competency Conference 2018 with this years’ focus on Improving Outcomes for Individuals with Disabilities Experiencing Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking.
This workshop is intended to increase participants’ awareness of the cultural barriers for individuals with disabilities that impact recovery, accessing mainstream victims’ services, law enforcement and other systems. The goal will be to develop more effective tools aimed at serving and supporting individuals with disabilities who have suffered from domestic violence and/or sexual assault. 1Touch™ Project will also provide an opportunity for interactive self-defense techniques & strategies specifically designed for individuals with disabilities.
General admission for this conference is $20 which includes lunch and materials. UAH Students can attend for free with registration. Continuing education credits available for nurses, social workers, counselors and certified rehabilitation counselors. Accommodations available upon request.
Registration deadline is March 5 2018.
Register Online: https://goo.gl/forms/yBjJK0aVUTgnqPqy1
​For more information: Gloria Batts ccat@ashakiranonline.org or (256) 509 – 1882
https://www.facebook.com/events/1981624252102036/

Miss Kit's Bubble School
2018-02-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Emmet O’ Neal Library, 50 Oak Street, Mountain Brook, AL, 35213
Family Night
Dinner at 5:30pm, Show at 6pm

Story Sprouts Hoover Public Library
2018-02-07 09:30 - 10:00 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municiple Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216
A short action-packed storytime for children under 4.
Themes
Feb 7 Walk the Dinosaur
Feb 14 What’s Love Got To Do With It?
Feb 21 Funky Monkey
Feb 28 Kissing Frogs

Chinese New Year at CHOM!
2018-02-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, 35401, United States
Chinese New Year at CHOM!
Saturday, February 17, 2018
10 am– 4pm
Make your own dragon!
Find out your Zodiac animal! Make a mask!
​Write your name in Chinese!

Story Sprouts at Hoover Public Library
2018-02-07 10:30 - 11:00 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municiple Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216

Family Storytime Homewood Library
2018-02-08 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!

Move and Groove Storytime Homewood Library
2018-02-09 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.

Special Saturdays at the Birmingham Zoo
2018-02-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham , AL, 35223
As part of our ongoing efforts to provide inclusive opportunities to all members of the community, the Education Department at the Birmingham Zoo and KultureCity are excited to announce our new Special Saturdays program. Special Saturdays is a series of zoo-based learning experiences for children and adolescents with cognitive or physical disabilities whose opportunities for engagement in community programs might otherwise be limited. Caregivers must attend all classes with participants to provide behavioral support and meet child-specific needs. This program is designed with the unique learning needs of this population in mind. Using evidence-based teaching and sensory strategies, we hope to provide a fun and engaging educational experience that will benefit all participants.
Classes are held the second Saturday of each month from 10am-11am for ages 8 and up.
There is no charge for the Special Saturdays program. Space is limited to 10 students per class. Caregivers must attend all classes with participants to provide behavioral support and meet child-specific needs.
To apply to participate, complete this online registration form.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Roger Torbert at rtorbert@birminghamzoo.com.

Mardi Gras CHOM Style!
2018-02-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
MARDI GRAS: CHOM STYLE!
​Saturday, February 10, 2018
10am-4pm
King Cakes! Masks!
Beads! Moon Pies!
Activities Included in Paid Admission.

Baby and Me Storytime Homewood Library
2018-02-10 10:30 - 11:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
Join Ms. Mary for an educational and engaging storytime filled with songs, fingerplays, and short stories. Designed for babies 12 months and under and a parent/caregiver.

Peter Rabbit at Hoover Library
2018-02-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municiple Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216
Help Peter sneak into Mr. McGregor’s garden with games, crafts and snacks. All ages

Darwin Day at McWane Science Center
2018-02-12 09:00 - 17:00 | McWane Science Center, 200 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
The mission of International Darwin Day is to inspire scientific thinking and curiosity. McWane will celebrate by exploring the scientific method as well as the animal adaptations of some of our amazing animals.

Animal Allies Homewood Library
2018-02-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
This service club for teens is dedicated to raising the community’s awareness on animal-welfare issues. Teens that have a passion for helping animals are encouraged to attend.

Homeschool Hub Hoover Library
2018-02-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Hoover Public Library, 200 Municiple Drive, Hoover, AL, 35216
Solve the crime of the stolen chocolates. Register 1/31-2/13
