Commemorating 100 years of making music in the state of Alabama

Fri., May 20-21

Ode to Joy

Celebrate the beginning of summer with Beethoven’s triumphant Ninth Symphony. The beloved masterpiece symbolizes and honors the fight for equality, freedom, and the empowerment of others. When: 7 p.m. Where: Jemison Concert Hall

Sat., May 21

AAZK Zoo Run: Sprint For Sloths

Organized each year by the Birmingham Chapter of the Association of Zoo Keepers, the 16th Annual ZooRun is a family-friendly event featuring races for both adults and kids. When: 7-10 a.m. Where: Birmingham Zoo

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ANTHEMS OF ALABAMA | TUES., MAY 25

Commemorating 100 years of making music in the state of Alabama, the Alabama Symphony Orchestra will explore the musical accomplishments of beloved Alabamians including Bobby Horton (above) and others. When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Samford University Brock Recital Hall

Taco Fest 2022

Bare Hands, Inc. presents Birmingham Taco Fest, featuring Birmingham’s Top Taco Vendors and Food Trucks, music, children’s activities and local art vendors. Attendees will vote for the Best Taco. When: 1-6 p.m. Where: Sloss Furnaces

Village 2 Village 10K

This “iconic” race through the neighborhoods of Mountain Brook has been held for more than a decade. After the race, runners can enjoy a post-race party featuring free t-shirts, medals, a kids zone and live music. When: 7:30 a.m. Where: Mountain Brook City Hall

Sun., May 22

Summer Reading Carnival Kick-Off and Thomas Hughes Brinkley Fun Run

The event begins with a 1-mile Fun Run at 3:00 and the Summer Reading Carnival Kick-off begins at 3:30 hosted by the Junior Women’s Committee of 100. Games, crafts, music, train rides, popcorn and more. When: 3-5 p.m. Where: O’Neal Library

Barons Autism Acceptance Day

The Birmingham Barons are joining forces with the Autism Society of Alabama and other autism advocacy groups to provide the ultimate experience for friends and families of the autism community. When: 4:00 p.m. Where: Regions Field

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Fri., May 27

Symphonic Spectacular

Join the Alabama Symphony under the stars to kick off a weekend celebrating 100 years of music making. Guests will enjoy stirring works by American composers, including Birmingham-native Brian Raphael Nabors. When: 8 p.m. Where: Railroad Park

Sat., May 28

Kitty Kat Haven & Rescue 5K Meow-A-Thon and 1 Mile Whisker Walk

This 5K and 1-mile fun run will benefit Kitty Kat Haven & Rescue, a no-kill, cage-free shelter for cats and kittens. When: 8 a.m. Where: Veterans Park

Sun., May 29

Family Fun Day

Don’t miss the jubilant conclusion of Alabama Symphony’s 21/22 season. The Family Fun Day program includes something for everyone, including a special solo appearance by our Concertmaster Daniel Szasz as well as a Memorial Day tribute. When: 6 p.m. Where: Railroad Park

Mon., May 30 MEMORIAL DAY

June 3-26

Kinky Boots at RMT

Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Kinky Boots features a joyous, Tony Award-winning score by Cyndi Lauper, and a hilarious, uplifting book by four-time Tony Award winner, Harvey Fierstein. When: Showtimes vary Where: Red Mountain Theatre

Journal file photo by Jordan Wald

Journal file photo by Jordan Wald

Enjoying a Zoo Brews event in 2021 were, from left, Brooke Woolery, Savannah DuBose, Victoria Glaze and MacKenzie Ostermeyer

ZOO BREWS: DRAFTS AT A DISTANCE | FRI., JUNE 3

Experience breweries from all over Alabama and the southeast while you travel through the Zoo. Attendees will delight in tasty selections from food truck vendors. Rain or shine event, ages 21+. When: 5-8 p.m. Where: Birmingham Zoo

SAVE THE DATE

June 3-4

QuiltFest 2022

Presented by the Birmingham Quilters Guild, guests will enjoy a judged quilt show, vendors, quilt sale, and more. All proceeds from the event’s silent auction will benefit The Lakeshore Foundation. When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Bessemer Civic Center

Sun., June 5

Vulcan’s 118th Birthday Bash

Presented by Coca-Cola Bottling Company with additional support from Piggly Wiggly and CBS42, Vulcan Park and Museum will offer games, food, fun and more to celebrate its 118th birthday. When: 1-5 p.m. Where: Vulcan Park and Museum

Tues., June 7*

West Homewood Famer’s Market

Celebrating 10 years, you’ll find some of Alabama’s favorite food trucks parked at the market along with the best local farms and all kinds of arts and crafts vendors. When: Every Tuesday in June, July and the first Tuesday in August from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Where: 160 Oxmoor Road, West Homewood

Thurs., June 9

Guided Canoe Trip: Moonlight Tour

Cahaba River Society offers guided float trips on the Cahaba River. A moonlit evening on the Cahaba is a unique, and relaxing way to enjoy a flat water portion of the Cahaba. You’ll likely hear a variety of wildlife, and see hundreds of glowworms. These outings begin at dusk at the old Highway 280 bridge. When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Highway 280 Cahaba Bridge

New ‘Tradition’ Begins

Glenwood Kicks Off Seasonal Market Day

Glenwood has established its newest tradition for the spring and summer, holding Glenwood Market Day every Thursday, 1-5 p.m.

Guests can spend an afternoon on the Glenwood campus with open-air shopping and Glenwood’s version of a farmer’s market.

Shop fresh fruits, vegetables, specialty food items and crafts from nearby farmers and local artists. More than 20 vendors will show their products each week.

A few Market Day vendors include Hamm Farms, MannaMarket, Ivory LeShore’s Gourmet Bread Pudding and Cheesecakes, Blind Dog Biscuit, Sweet Claire’s Caboose and Blue Rooster Farms.

The new event allows Glenwood to bring farm-fresh products to members of the community while they interact with individuals Glenwood serves.

Glenwood supports person-centered treatment of children and adults affected by autism and other behavioral health needs.

Glenwood’s main campus is at 150 Glenwood Lane. Market Days will be held rain or shine, with vendors moved indoors in inclement weather.

Golfing for a Cause

Birmingham-Area Easterseals’ Golf Tourney Raises Funds for Services

Easterseals of the Birmingham Area will host its second annual Charity Golf Tournament on May 21 at Highland Park Golf Course.

Event attendees and golfers can take part in a raffle and compete for a chance to win a hole-in-one cash or gift card prize.

All funds raised from selling teams, sponsorships and raffle tickets support the mission of Easterseals of the Birmingham Area. The group serves children, teens and adults with disabilities.

It offers physical, speech and occupational therapy and covers the cost of services for those who cannot afford them. The group also works with teens and adults with disabilities, providing them with job training classes to help them find work.

Rehab Reality...

by Judy Butler

Gold Seal of Approval

We all know what this means in general and now it applies to rehab centers. A few years ago due to the number of deaths at rehabs (primarily in south Florida) the mandate was given for all drug and alcohol treatment centers in Florida must be Joint Commission accredited. The Joint Commission only gives this prestigious stamp-of-approval to the highest quality providers of healthcare in the nation. Thanks to the hard work of our staff, Bayshore Retreat is now one of only 10% that can claim this honor. JCAHO is the standard-bearer in healthcare facilities, which assures the consumer that the accredited facility has achieved and continually maintains clinical and professional practices, which are superior in its specialized field of treatment.

Now in our twelfth year we are continually looking for the latest scientific and solution based approaches to help our clients become as healthy as possible and successful with sobriety. Life doesn’t get better by chance… it gets better by change.

The Joint Commission accreditation is the highest “stamp of approval” one can have. This is something you should know when you’re looking for a rehab for yourself or someone you love. Bayshore Retreat continually scores high marks from the Florida Department of Children and Families, the health department, fire department and every other department and inspector they can send to us. After all the inspections and the limit of only six (6) clients at a time should give you the assurance our clients get the best help possible. Bottom line, if you have questions about Bayshore Retreat or any other rehab “look for the Gold Seal”.

From Page One in the same type of volunteer work.

Six years later, in 1922, Mrs. Shook’s Group and the Saint Mary’s Volunteer Relief Group came together at historical South Highland Presbyterian Church to form the Junior League of Birmingham.

As the original torchbearers of the city, these women embarked on the mission to build partnerships for a better Birmingham.

According to its website, the JLB has grown from 100 members to more than 2,300 today, making a difference annually by engaging in 55,000 hours of service, leading community fundraising to raise $1.7 million and inspiring the next generation of female leaders.

Celebrating 100 Years

JLB President Amy Jackson first joined the organization in 2005 and began her presidency in June 2021. Jackson’s presidency will come to an end in June, as she passes the torch to President-elect Martina Winston.

In celebration of its 100th anniversary, the Junior League established the community service project 100 Acts of Service.

Inglenook Elementary was among one of the many areas of the Birmingham community to see the Junior League’s love. The JLB spent several weeks renovating an old baseball field and basketball court at the school and hosted a family-fun day, providing snacks for attendees.

“On January 1st of 2022, which began our centennial year celebration, the league went big with 100 Acts of Service all over Birmingham,” Jackson said. “The T-ball field project at Inglenook Elementary was our biggest project as it took several weekends before we finally revealed the project in a community play day accompanied by an incredible sports equipment giveaway.”

Jackson detailed the variety of projects the organization took on for its acts of service.

“We cleared litter with Freshwater Land Trust, built a wheelchair ramp with Hearts & Hands, played Bingo and served lunch to senior citizens at Avondale Samaritan Place, delivered gift baskets to front line health workers and more,” Jackson said.

Kicking off the organization’s centennial festivities in May was the release of a short film in honor of the occasion, which documented the Junior League’s beginnings, growth and hope for the future. On May 9, this short film premiered at Sidewalk Film Center + Cinema.

According to the JLB, the organization has been committed to Building Partnerships for a Better Birmingham for 100 years, and the short film celebrates that story. The film was produced by JLB past presidents Toni Leeth and Becky Holt, along with Birmingham-based documentarian Jenna Bedsole of FreeWorks Productions.

“With thousands of photos, newsletters, video footage and other memorabilia, it made perfect sense to tell our 100-year history through a centennial film,” Jackson said. “Anyone watching this film would have a solid overview of the history of the league and the multitude of projects and initiatives in which it has been involved. Jenna Bedsole and Toni Leeth did an incredible job.”

In addition to 100 Acts of Service, the JLB awarded scholarships in April to further the investment in the future of the community.

State Representative David Faulkner presented members of The Junior League of Birmingham with a proclamation from the state of Alabama at a recent meeting. Above, from left, Allison Dearing, Faulkner, Amy Jackson, JLB president and Martina Winston, JLB president-elect. Below, from left, JLB members at the meeting included Leigh Haver, Jessica Hopper, Meg Lovett and Kaitlin Schaefer.

‘As a little girl, all I ever wanted to do was change the world. Now, as president of one of the largest volunteer service organizations in Alabama, I have the opportunity to do just that.’

MARTINA WINSTON, PRESIDENT-ELECT

“On January 1st of 2022, which began our centennial year celebration, the league went big with 100 Acts of Service all over Birmingham,” Amy Jackson said. Above, Members volunteering at the Firehouse Shelter.

past year.

“The JLB has provided me the outlet to serve my community in a multitude of facets that would have otherwise been unavailable without joining several organizations,” Jackson said. “Being involved with the league’s impact on our community, along with the relationships and friendships made along the way, has been profoundly satisfying and I will always be grateful to the Junior League of Birmingham for investing in me.”

Winston has been involved with the Junior League for 12 years and is excited to be stepping into her new role next month.

Making a difference has always been a top priority to her, and having a passion for helping others stems from her childhood.

“As a little girl, all I ever wanted to do was change the world,” Winston said. “Now, as president of one of the largest volunteer service organizations in Alabama, I have the opportunity to do just that. I was raised by my grandparents, and they were greatly involved in our community. That showed me the importance of giving back and making change and ultimately shaped me into who I am today.”

“As president-elect, I’m excited to carry the torch into the rest of our centennial year. Setting the stage for our organization for the next 100 years will be a top priority. Our members are important, and I want to make sure they understand the impact of their commitment not only to our community but to our league. Being able to motivate and inspire our volunteers to be engaged and take action in the work will be a big focus for me personally.”

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