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Cancer Never Stops
Hope Gala Goes Virtual to Share Stories of Five Cancer Survivors
AUG 6 - AUG 20 Thurs., Aug. 6 The Politics of Design
Photos courtesy America Cancer Society
Mary Gene Boulware
What: James Williams, design director at BMA, leads a discussion on how we communicate beyond the art in our galleries. He will examine the language of graphic design and the ways in which inherent biases can lead to miscommunication for a global audience. When: 10:30 a.m.-noon Where: Birmingham Museum of Art Website: artsbma.org
Exceptional Foundation Participant Fashion Show
Birmingham Hope Gala co-chairs Carey Wahlheim, left, and Kristen Ritter.
For the past 40 years, the American Cancer Society’s Alabama chapter has hosted its annual Birmingham Hope Gala in support of the organization’s mission to fund groundbreaking cancer research, support education and prevention efforts and provide patient support. Before the pandemic effects, this year’s gala was scheduled to take place Aug. 21, organized by co-chairs Kristen Ritter and Carey Wahlheim “Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s event is going to look a bit different,” said Wahlheim. Among the population of people at high risk of contracting the coronavirus are patients currently undergoing cancer treatments, who are immunocompromised. “This fight against cancer is at risk of being affected by COVID-19,” Wahlheim said. “Cancer never stops, and neither do we.” Wahlheim and Ritter noted that rather than hosting a gala, an online fundraising campaign has been established at acshopegala.swell.gives to champion this year’s theme “Pearls of Wisdom.” Throughout the campaign, Ritter, Wahlheim and their fellow ACS Birmingham supporters will be highlighting the stories of five cancer survivors who also continue to support the efforts of the American Cancer Society. On the site, each of this year’s honorees share “pearls of wisdom” from their personal experiences with cancer, through their relationship with cancer and their journey to survivorship. The honorees include Mary Gene Boulware, 25-year breast cancer survivor; Donna Greene, 22-year breast cancer survivor; Val Holman, 16-year breast cancer survivor; Rosilyn Houston, 10-year thyroid cancer survivor; and DA Tynes, 20-year breast cancer survivor. For more information and updates, visit acshopegala.swell.gives. —Emily Williams
Donna Greene
What: This socially distanced, mask inclusive fashion show celebrates the individuality and creativity of the exceptional participants at the Exceptional Foundation. When: 10 a.m.-noon Where: The Exceptional Foundation Website: exceptionalfoundation.org
Fri., Aug. 7 Virtual Heart of the House Gala
Val Holman
What: Ronald McDonald House Charities is changing its annual in-person gala to a virtual party, including a live-streamed party on Aug. 7 via Facebook and YouTube. Bid on silent auction items via mobile devices, beginning one week before the main event. Website: rmhca.org
Aug. 7,14 and 21 Free Friday Flicks Rosilyn Houston
What: Grab a blanket, your family and friends and watch a free, familyfriendly movie. Aug. 7, Frozen II; Aug. 14, Aladdin (live action); Aug. 21, Sonic the Hedgehog When: 6:30-10 p.m. Where: Veterans Park Website: hooveral.org
Sat., Aug. 8 DA Tynes
Crestline Tent Sale
What: Participating merchants will offer specials and discounts throughout the day. Shop safely by wearing a mask and social distancing.
When: Check with individual merchants for sale operations Where: Crestline Village Website: mtnbrookchamber.org
Sidewalk Film Mix + Flix Fundraiser
What: Enjoy a virtual cocktail party with movie trivia and movie-themed cocktails. Order your cocktail kit online until Aug. 7. Kits contain enough ingredients to make one drink recipe for four. When and Where: Kit pickup, Aug. 6-7, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., and Aug. 8, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Sidewalk Film Center and Cinema; party, Aug. 8 at 5 p.m. on Facebook Live Website: “Sidewalk Film” Facebook page
Aug. 10-15 Be-You-tiful Birmingham
What: Join The Arc of Central Alabama in a virtual fashion show and silent auction fundraiser featuring models with intellectual and developmental disabilities. When: Aug. 10 at noon until Aug. 15 at 11:59 p.m. Website: “BeYoutiful BHM 2020” Facebook page
Thurs., Aug 13 Virtual Hands Up Together
What: Colat Jewish Family Services presents a virtual event honoring Marjorie Perlman to benefit CJFS and its mission to enrich life and support independence for older adults, regardless of ability to pay. When: 5:30-6 p.m. Website: cjfsbham.org
Fri., Aug 14 Tail-Waggin’ Takeout
What: Hand in Paw has changed its Picasso Pets to a date-night takeout, including an appetizer, bottle of wine, gourmet cookies for humans and dogs, a cocktail kit from Tito’s Handmade Vodka and entertainment. When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Hand in Paw parking lot Website: handinpaw.org
Aug. 14-31 Birmingham Restaraunt Week Continued on page 7
ART FROM THE HEART | AUG. 20-23
What: Studio by the Tracks hosts an online silent auction featuring hundreds of original artwork from its studio artists alongside donating artists from around the country. Items include paintings, jewelry ceramics and more. When: Bidding begins noon, Aug. 20; ending, 8 p.m. Aug. 23 Where: studiobythetracks/ artfromtheheart Website: studiobythetracks.org
Courtesy Studio by the Tracks
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