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Calendar - July-August 2023
Welcome to the July/August Highlights Calendar! This issue is a jam-packed two months with lots of fun for the kids who are out of school. There was so much, we couldn’t include all the movies, library events, ballgames, shows, free activities and so much more here, but they ARE in our online calendar @ www.birminghamparent.com. And don’t miss all the Fourth of July celebrations, starting as early as July 1. Be sure to check ahead for any activities for dates, times, pricing and the weather, if it is outdoors. Happy Summer!.
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July
01 SATURDAY
Hoover Honors America
9pm, the Hoover Met. http://hooveralabama.gov FREE
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The Market at Pepper Place
The Big Kaboom
04 TUESDAY -
Independence Day
Thunder On the Mountain
9pm, in and around Vulcan Park & Museum. FREE
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Trussville Freedom Celebration
5:30pm, Fireworks begin at 9pm, The Mall in downtown Trussville. FREE
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7am-Noon, Pepper Place. The outdoor market has three areas of tents with farmers, makers and food vendors, live music and Chef Demos at 9am. FREE
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Tuskegee Airmen Exhibit
10am-4pm, Southern Museum of Flight. The exhibit features a number of World War II-era trainers including a North American AT-6 Texan, a Vultee BT-13B Valiant and a Fairchild PT-19 Cornell., www.birmingham365.org. $7
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02 SUNDAY
Alabaster Fireworks Show
9pm, Thompson High School, Alabaster, Alabama. FREE
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9pm, Chelsea Corners Way behind Dairy Queen, Chelsea, AL. FREE
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4th of July Celebration
8:45pm, Bessemer City High School, Bessemer, AL. FREE
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4th of July Celebration
8:45pm, Bessemer City High School, Bessemer, AL. FREE
Independence Day Fireworks
9pm, Clay-Chalkville High School, Clay, AL. FREE
Fire On the Water
Independence Day 1776
9pm, The American Village, Montevallo, AL.
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West Homewood Farmers Market
5- pm. Located in the heart of West Homewood, the market is a beloved community event that brings together farmers, artisans and neighbors to celebrate local food and culture. FREE
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07 FRIDAY
Homewood Library Ghost Tours with S.C.A.R.E.
5-10pm, Oak Mountain State Park. Admission to park charged.
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6:30-9:30pm, Homewood Public Library. S.C.A.R.E. will bring their team of investigators, as well as their specialized equipment, to conduct a real paranormal investigation with their guests. Guests are encouraged to bring voice recorders, cameras, and flashlights. Ages 12 and up. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. $35 per person, which benefits the Library. Register online at www.scareofal.com/books., homewood.libnet.info..
PLEASE NOTE: Calendar information should be uploaded to our website at https://portal.cityspark.com/EventEntry/EventEntry/BirminghamParent and may appear in print if uploaded by deadline. You may also go to www.birminghamparent.com and simply click on the calendar icon. Information cannot be accepted over the phone, by mail or fax. Birmingham Parent publishes a calendar 6 times a year. January events are included in the November/December issue. Deadline for the Sept./Oct. 2023 PRINT calendar is Aug. 10, 2023. Guidelines: Birmingham Parent’s calendar is intended to be a resource and service to the community and our readers. Events which are open to the public, fundraisers, free classes, etc., are events that may be included in our monthly calendar. We reserve the right to reject any event or listing due to rules or space restrictions. For questions regarding calendar entries, call 205-624-2405 or e-mail info@birminghamparent.com Be sure to check ahead with the actual venue as events are subject to change.
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08 SATURDAY
Pop-up Farmers Market
1:30-3:30pm, Memorial Park at 524 6th Ave. S. FREE
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09 SUNDAY
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
3-5pm, Homewood Public Library, Beginners as well as experienced players are encouraged to attend this event for teens. Register online., homewood.libnet.info.
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August
03 THURSDAY
Disney's Descendents
7 p.m.Virginia Samford Theatre, Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost - home of the most infamous villains who ever lived - the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents' wicked footsteps or learn to be good?, www. birmingham365.org. $24 - $29
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06 SUNDAY
Summer Film Series: Disney's Cinderella (1950)
2pm, The Alabama Theatre. Tickets are general admission and $10 each.
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11 FRIDAY
21st Annual Heart of the House Gala
6-10pm, The 21st Heart of the House Gala for the Ronald McDonald House. Attendees enjoy a Silent Auction with mobile bidding, a seated dinner, exciting Live Auction and Mission Impact presentation. www.rmhca.org.
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SATURDAY
Birmingham Parent’s Annual Happy Healthy Kids Fair
10am-3pm, McWane Science Center lobby. Visit with vendors for back to school and your child’s health: tutors, extra-curricular activities, dentists, health care, insurance and much more! Great giveaways. Swag bags to the first 100 people at the Birmingham Parent booth. Joe Lockett will have his school supply giveaway, while they last, starting at 10am. Make a $10 or more tax-deductible contribution to Bundles of Hope Diaper Bank and get your infant entered to win a spot on a billboard AND a Birmingham Parent cover! Discount cards for the McWane that day. www.birminghamparent.com. FREE ADMISSION TO EVENT.
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3rd Annual Dragon Boat Race & Festival
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8am-3pm, East Lake Park. Mitchell's Place Dragon Boat Festival brings the most fun and unforgettable experience to the Birmingham area! See how well your team can compete against other local, corporate, and community teams to raise awareness for early intervention and autism spectrum disorder.
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22 TUESDAY
Teen Anime Club
4-5pm, Homewood Public Library. Love anime, manga or anything Japanese-related? Then join us for a Teen Anime Club. Watch anime. Discuss manga. Eat yummy snacks. Open to 6th-12th graders only., homewood. libnet.info.
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