Birmingham Mommy

Storybook 5K and Fun Run
2018-10-27 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | 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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

Mt Laurel Storytime
2018-10-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2018-10-05 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.

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.

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.

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

Boo at the Zoo
2018-10-18 17:00 - 21:00, 2018-10-11 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!

Kids Corner at North Shelby Library
2018-10-17 01:00 - 14:00 | 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.

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!

Mt Laurel Picture Book Club
2018-10-16 10:30 - 11:00 | Mt Laurel Library, 111 Olmsted St, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Registration begins 10/1/2018 at 8:00 AM
Come celebrate the picture books by Kazuno Kohara with snacks and crafts. All ages welcome

Special Saturdays
2018-10-13 10:00 - 15:30 | 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 and 2:30-3:30pm for students age 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.

Mt Laurel Fall Festival Craft
2018-10-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Mt Laurel Library, 111 Olmsted St, Birmingham, AL, 35242
Stop by during the Mt Laurel Festival to make a craft at the library. All ages with parent help. Registration is not required but supplies are limited.

Creepy Science at CHOM!
2018-10-13 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, United States
Creepy Science at CHOM!
Saturday, October 13, 2018 9 – 4:30 pm
Vanishing Ghosts! Jack O’ Lantern volcanoes! Pumpkin gut slime!
All activities included in Admission!

Family Yoga in the Gardens - October
2018-10-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Birmingham Botanical Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, AL, 35223
For ages 3 and up
Enjoy this unique opportunity for healthy fun with the family in the gardens of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. This energetic class will incorporate individual and partner yoga poses for strength and balance, plus breathing exercises to help foster calm and focus. Our garden inspired crafts will assist in cooling the mind and body. This series will take place at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. There will be no Family Yoga in-studio on these dates. Rain or shine! We will move into a classroom if the weather calls for it.
October craft: pumpkin feelings faces

Painted Pumpkin Party
2018-10-10 16:00 - 17:00 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
BYOP (Bring Your Own Pumpkin). We’ll provide the paint. All ages welcome with a caregiver. Registration is required. Registration opens two weeks before event.

Picture Book Club: Ghosts in the House
2018-10-09 10:00 - 10:45 | North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, 35242
A clever young witch has a ghost problem – and she knows just how to handle it! Join us for stories, games, crafts, and snacks! Suited for ages 3-5. Registration required and begins 2 weeks before event.

Baby and Me Storytime at Homewood Library
2018-10-06 10:30 - 11:00 | Homewood Public Library, 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, 35209, United States
(birth-12 months) Join Ms. Mary for an educational and engaging storytime filled with songs, fingerplays, board books, and stories.

LEGO Play
2018-10-06 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.

55th Annual Bluff Park Art Show
2018-10-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Bluff Park Community Center, 517 Cloudland Dr, AL, 35226
The 55th Bluff Park Art Show is set for Oct. 6 and will bring some 150 artists to the Bluff Park community park in Hoover so that art enthusiasts – both new and experienced – can enjoy an early fall day to view and buy fine art.
Free shuttles are available to bring people to the park as there is no parking available at the park.
The show is presented by the Bluff Park Art Association, an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that exists to promote access to the fine arts for everyone.

Somethin' Pumpkin at CHOM!
2018-10-06 09:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Hands-On Museum, 2213 University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Select a category, 35401, United States
Somethin’ Pumpkin at CHOM!
Saturday, October 8, 2018 9 am– 4:30 pm
Pumpkin Chunkin’!
Hopping Corn Science!
Paper Bag Scarecrow!
Paint a Pumpkin!
All activities included in Admission!

Alabama Butterbean Festival
2018-10-05 18:00 - 22:00 | Pinson Community Center, 6230 Dry Creek Lane, Pinson, AL, 35126, United States
One of the largest festivals in the Southeast, the Alabama Butterbean Festival rounds up country cooks, families, and die-hard fans of butterbeans for a fun-filled weekend including 12-hours of live music, carnival rides, food, petting zoos, pony rides, and more. The free festival also features the Guinness world record holding butterbean pot. The pot earned the record in 2010 for the largest pot of baked beans at over 1,010 gallons. The festival’s official mascot, Bucky Butterbean, will also be at the festival posing for pictures and greeting attendees. The small-town charm of Pinson’s Main Street will be packed with more than 150 arts and crafts vendors and various traditional and non-traditional fair food vendors.
