| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | 2nd Annual Plein Air Art Show, Sale & Quick DrawPresented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens May 15-May 20, 2012 Event Schedule:
May 16 - noon-7pm - Artists paint at Aldridge Gardens
May 17 - 9am-5pm - Artists paint at Aldridge Gardens
May 18 - Artists paint at surrounding private gardens
May 19 - Artists paint at Black Jack Equestrian Farms,located off Derby Parkway and I-459.
May 20 - 1-3pm - Artists participate in a "Quick Draw-Paint Out" 'wet paint' artwork right off the artists' easels.
May 20 - 3-4pm - Meet the Artists Reception
May 16-June 29 -... | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 05/15/12-
05/20/12 | Hoover |
ART in PLACE of BLIGHTPresented by Neighborhood Housing Services of Birmingham, Inc. at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark May 20, 2012 Join us for a family friendly event of music, food and artwork created by you!
Help Neighborhood Housing Services bring a touch of art to the many blighted, abandoned and boarded up buildings in Birmingham.
The artwork you paint at this event will adorn abandoned, vacant buildings in Birmingham, help bring free public art to our city's low-income communities, revive the hope and promise that families will once again inhabit these abandoned properties and deter... | Neighborhood Housing Services of Birmingham, Inc. | 05/20/12 | Birmingham |
2012 Law Enforcement and Civil Rights Conference: Civil Rights for EveryonePresented by Birmingham Civil Rights Institute at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute May 20-May 21, 2012 The public is invited to a free conference that promotes dialogue and understanding between law enforcement and the community. The event is sponsored by Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Birmingham Division. | Birmingham Civil Rights Institute | 05/20/12-
05/21/12 | Birmingham |
Eddie Aldridge's Hydrangea Propagation WorkshopPresented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens May 26, 2012 Instructor: Eddie Aldridge
Class size limited. Pre-registration strongly suggested.
One last time learn from the expert at this popular workshop. Eddie will teach the basic principles and techniques of propagating hydrangeas from seed and cuttings. He will have different species of hydrangeas on display, but will focus mainly on our natives. Pot up your own native hydrangea cutting to take home. | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 05/26/12 | Hoover |
Slow Art ExperiencesPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art May 27, 2012 Slow food, slow living, slow… art? Unlock the secrets of works in the Museum’s collection by cultivating the art of looking slowly. Our docents ask and answer questions to help guide your slow art experience and foster conversation. Leave the Museum feeling inspired – not tired!In addition to our weekly program, the Museum celebrates Slow Art Day each year along with museums around the world. For more information about Slow Art Day, visit www.slowartday.com. | Birmingham Museum of Art | 05/27/12 | Birmingham |
Bart's Art CartPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art May 5-May 27, 2012 Visit Bart’s Art Cart in the main lobby to explore great art and create some art of your own with the help of our Teen Volunteers. Each month highlights a different gallery and features a new art activity. Learn how to look at art with your child. Stop by and make art with Bart!
May Activity: Design a teacup with Mom just in time for Mother’s Day! | Birmingham Museum of Art | 05/05/12-
05/27/12 | Birmingham |
8th Annual Blue Star SalutePresented by Blue Star Salute of Alabama at American Village May 28, 2012 Blue Star Salute of Alabama is a concerted effort by local, state and national military, political, veteran and caring citizen groups and organizations and sets aside a day for particularly significant appreciation and honors for America’s military… (active, reserves and national guard), of all branches: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Air Force and the historic US Merchant Marines.
The program will include historical reenactments; revolutionary history, patriotic... | Blue Star Salute of Alabama | 05/28/12 | Montevallo |
Slow Art ExperiencesPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 2, 2012 Slow food, slow living, slow… art? Unlock the secrets of works in the Museum’s collection by cultivating the art of looking slowly. Our docents ask and answer questions to help guide your slow art experience and foster conversation. Leave the Museum feeling inspired – not tired!In addition to our weekly program, the Museum celebrates Slow Art Day each year along with museums around the world. For more information about Slow Art Day, visit www.slowartday.com. | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/02/12 | Birmingham |
A Night Out in the Dora & Diego: Let's Explore ExhibitPresented by McWane Science Center at McWane Science Center May 31-June 2, 2012 Embark on a family adventure with your favorite Nickelodeon characters Dora the Explorer and Diego! Bring your own backpack and collect clues on a very special scavenger hunt! Be sure to bring your camera to capture all of your adventures. Refreshments provided. Reservations are required and space is limited. | McWane Science Center | 05/31/12-
06/02/12 | Birmingham |
National Trails DayPresented by Red Mountain Park at Red Mountain Park June 2, 2012 Join us for a National Trails Day celebration at Red Mountain Park! Fun hikes will begin at 9:00 AM, with a new trail dedication at 10:00 AM. There will be free snacks and refreshments, fun give-a-ways, and free outdoor adventures that include a history hike and a fitness walk!
The Red Ore Zip Tour will also be open for bookings that day. Online reservations are required for Zip Tour: www.redmountainreservations.org. | Red Mountain Park | 06/02/12 | Birmingham |
Glorious GardensPresented by Birmingham Botanical Gardens at Birmingham Botanical Gardens June 2-June 3, 2012 Glorious Gardens returns to Birmingham, showcasing six residential homes and one public garden.
The biannual event allows ticket-holders intimate views of six private gardens from across the horticultural spectrum,
from sprawling ranch style estate to quaint self maintained gardens.
Glorious Gardens not only educates visitors about plants, arts, gardening and various aspects of landscape design, but also benefits our mission to promote public knowledge and... | Birmingham Botanical Gardens | 06/02/12-
06/03/12 | Birmingham |
Vulcan’s 108th Birthday BashPresented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum June 3, 2012 Make plans to attend the BIGGEST birthday bash in Birmingham! Vulcan may be the world’s largest cast iron statue, but he still needs help blowing out his birthday candles! On Sunday, June 3, Vulcan Park and Museum will host a festive outdoor community celebration offering fun activities for the whole family! Admission will be charged and includes admission to the party, Vulcan’s Observation Balcony, Museum and a special exhibition in the Linn-Henley Gallery. Log on to www.visitvulcan.com... | Vulcan Park and Museum | 06/03/12 | Birmingham |
Artbreak: Collection HighlightPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 5, 2012 The first Tuesday Artbreak of each month will focus on a different object from our collection. Join Assistant Curator of Education Kristen Greenwood for an informal talk in the exhibition Future Perfect: The Birmingham Museum of Art at Sixty! Look for more Collection Highlights every month beginning in July! | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/05/12 | Birmingham |
Springville Road Library Presents Toby Richards Art ExperiencesPresented by Birmingham Public Library at Springville Road Regional Library (BPL) June 5, 2012 Ever wonder how people create those wonderful picture frames that you just know you could do but haven't tried? Join us for an adventure into the world of the folk artist and their creative spirit. Participants will use found objects to create their own work of art. | Birmingham Public Library | 06/05/12 | Birmingham |
| Dream Big Storytime! | Gardendale Martha Moore Public Library | 06/06/12 | Gardendale |
First ThursdaysPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 7, 2012 The Museum just keeps getting better. Join us on the first Thursday of each month for a special after-hours experience. We offer curator or staff-led tours of the galleries, and feature drinks and tapas at Oscar’s. Visit artsbma. org for more information.
6pm, Gallery Talk with Emily Hanna, curator of the Arts of Africa and the Americas on Inuit Sculpture
7 pm, Film: Martha of the North | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/07/12 | Birmingham |
Preserving The Heritage - Silent AuctionPresented by Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark June 7, 2012 Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark will hold its third annual Preserving the Heritage Silent Auction. Join in a night of good food, music, and auction items! Auction items include "unique" pieces of Sloss as well as items provided by local artists, photographers and merchants. Local artists Merrilee Challiss, Jennifer Wallace, Heather Spencer Holmes, Luke Wilson, Megan Kimber, Andrea Paschal and Daisy Winfrey - to name a few - are adding their individual designs to Sloss... | Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark | 06/07/12 | Birmingham |
An Evening with Kenneth Rowe (Lieutenant No Kum-Sok)Presented by Southern Museum of Flight at Southern Museum of Flight June 7, 2012 The Southern Museum of Flight in partnership with the Gathering of Eagles program annual aviation event hosts Kenneth Rowe, former Lieutenant No Kum-Sok of the North Korean Air Force. The event is FREE and open to the public from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 7. Set to the backdrop of the Museum's Korean War exhibit depicting the historic event, come see and hear the true story first hand as Kenneth Rowe recounts the amazing escape from North Korea and his flight to freedom on September... | Southern Museum of Flight | 06/07/12 | Birmingham |
Summer Camp Program: Nature and ArtPresented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens June 4-June 8, 2012 For children entering 5K and 1st grade
Instructor: Minnette Wiggins, B.S. and M.A. Early Chldhood Education, National Board Certification
Explore all the ways nature creates its own art. Children will paint, sculpt, draw, and create using lines, formations and textures found in nature. Young master artists will be introduced to famous artists who used nature as inspiration.
Contact Audrey Ann Wilson. | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 06/04/12-
06/08/12 | Hoover |
Summer Camp Program: "Habitat Explorers"Presented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens June 4-June 8, 2012 For children entering 2nd and 3rd grades
Instructor: Amy Willis, B.S. Elementary Ed., M.A. Guidance & Counseling
What is living in Aldridge Gardens? From bugs to ducks, Canada geese to turtles, tadpoles to frogs, caterpillars to butterflies, earthworms to colorful plants, campers explore the Gardens and learn about amazing creatures and plants that call the Gardens home. During this interactive session, campers are introduced to the wonderful world of ecology through... | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 06/04/12-
06/08/12 | Hoover |
| Springville Road presents Zumba! The Latest Craze! | Birmingham Public Library | 06/08/12 | Birmingham |
Monthly Meeting of the Early Bird African Violet SocietyPresented by Early Bird African Violet Society at Birmingham Botanical Gardens January 14-June 9, 2012 10 a.m. on the 2nd Saturday monthly Sept - June
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Meeting takes place in the first floor meeting room.
About us:
The Early Birds have been meeting regularly in Birmingham, Alabama, since 1981 to discuss African violets, our favorite botanical addiction. We hope you'll join us and learn more about these fascinating, beautiful plants!
We stay busy with several ongoing projects, including:
Monthly meetings | Early Bird African Violet Society | 01/14/12-
06/09/12 | Birmingham |
Visually Impaired ProgrammingPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 9, 2012 The Museum resumes its tours for visitors with visual impairments this spring. In this program for adults, specially trained docents present the permanent collection by means of verbal descriptions, three-dimensional tactile models based on original works of art, and sculpture. The experience may be enhanced by related music and/or art-making to provide multi-sensory access to the visual arts.
Space is limited; reservations are required.
June 9 Program: How the West Was... | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/09/12 | Birmingham |
| Caribbean Day at Railroad Park | Central Alabama Caribbean American Organization | 06/09/12 | Birmingham |
Look of Love: Eye Miniatures from the Skier Collection Presented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art February 7-June 10, 2012 This stunning exhibition explores the little-known subject of “lover’s eyes,” hand-painted miniatures of single human eyes set in jewelry and given as tokens of affection or remembrance. In 1785, when the Prince of Wales secretly proposed to Mrs. Maria Fitzherbert with a miniature of his own eye, he inspired an aristocratic fad for exchanging eye portraits mounted in a wide variety of settings including brooches, rings, lockets, and toothpick cases.
With 96... | Birmingham Museum of Art | 02/07/12-
06/10/12 | Birmingham |
Slow Art ExperiencesPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 10, 2012 Slow food, slow living, slow… art? Unlock the secrets of works in the Museum’s collection by cultivating the art of looking slowly. Our docents ask and answer questions to help guide your slow art experience and foster conversation. Leave the Museum feeling inspired – not tired!In addition to our weekly program, the Museum celebrates Slow Art Day each year along with museums around the world. For more information about Slow Art Day, visit www.slowartday.com. | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/10/12 | Birmingham |
Living in Limbo: Lesbian Families in the Deep SouthPresented by Birmingham Civil Rights Institute at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute March 30-June 11, 2012 Historic exhibition at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.
Created by Birmingham award-winning photographer Carolyn Sherer, this exhibit features photographic portraits accompanied by a full-color catalog with an essay by author/educator Dr. Ellen Dossett. The participants, all with roots in Alabama, represent a spectrum of diversities in age, race/ethnicity, and socioeconomic background. Out of fear of repercussions, some participants have posed with their backs to the camera. The... | Birmingham Civil Rights Institute | 03/30/12-
06/11/12 | Birmingham |
Artbreak: Simply Sumi-ePresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 12, 2012 Artist-in-Residence Toby Richards explores the ancient Japanese painting technique of Sumi-e in an interactive demonstration. Richards visits Japan once a year to develop her skills in this technique | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/12/12 | Birmingham |
| Springville Road Library Presents-Introduction To e-Readers | Birmingham Public Library | 06/12/12 | Birmingham |
Summer Camp Program: Bumbleboys and Lady BugsPresented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens June 11-June 15, 2012 For children entering 5K and 1st grade
Instructor: Minnette Wiggins, B.S. and M.A. Early Childhood Education, National Board Certification
Children will get up close and personal with all kinds of crawly creatures. Learn how local insects see, move, eat, and much more. Children will make bug catchers, insesct art, rock bugs, and other bug creations.
Contact Audrey Ann wilson. | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 06/11/12-
06/15/12 | Hoover |
Summer Camp Program: The Private Eye - Magical Closer LooksPresented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens June 11-June 15, 2012 For children entering 2nd and 3rd grades
Instructor: Amy Willis, B.S. Elementary Education, M.A. Guidance & Counseling
The Private Eye is a nationally acclaimed, hands-on learning process that rivets the eye and rockets the mind. We will get a super-close look at nature as we explore the Gardens using Private Eye jeweler’s loupes. Using these magical magnification tools, we will dive into a world unknown and examine unimaginable places. With a sense of... | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 06/11/12-
06/15/12 | Hoover |
Bart's Art Cart: The Polar Bear Son-An Inuit TalePresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 16, 2012 Visit Bart’s Art Cart in the main lobby to explore great art and create some art of your own with the help of our Teen Volunteers. Each month highlights a different gallery and features a new art activity. Learn how to look at art with your child. Stop by and make art with Bart!
May Activity: Design a teacup with Mom just in time for Mother’s Day! | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/16/12 | Birmingham |
Hero DayPresented by McWane Science Center at McWane Science Center June 16, 2012 Join us for the most heroic day of the year at the science center as we introduce you to the amazing men and women who use science to come to the rescue. Your family will hear sirens, see flashing lights and come face-to-face with everyday heroes from police officers to paramedics. Come dressed as your favorite hero for this special day. | McWane Science Center | 06/16/12 | Birmingham |
Slow Art ExperiencesPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 17, 2012 Slow food, slow living, slow… art? Unlock the secrets of works in the Museum’s collection by cultivating the art of looking slowly. Our docents ask and answer questions to help guide your slow art experience and foster conversation. Leave the Museum feeling inspired – not tired!In addition to our weekly program, the Museum celebrates Slow Art Day each year along with museums around the world. For more information about Slow Art Day, visit www.slowartday.com. | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/17/12 | Birmingham |
| Arbreak: Alabama Forward | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/19/12 | Birmingham |
Hoop For FitnessPresented by Birmingham Public Library at Inglenook Branch Library (BPL) June 20, 2012 Looking for a new, fun activity that does not feel like exercise? Discover the NEW hula hoop--a professional fitness hoop! Hoop for Fitness will get you started on your new summer workout with their handmade fitness hoops and a Beginning Hoop Dance Class. The exercise that puts a smile on your face! | Birmingham Public Library | 06/20/12 | Birmingham |
Slow Art ExperiencesPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 23, 2012 Slow food, slow living, slow… art? Unlock the secrets of works in the Museum’s collection by cultivating the art of looking slowly. Our docents ask and answer questions to help guide your slow art experience and foster conversation. Leave the Museum feeling inspired – not tired!In addition to our weekly program, the Museum celebrates Slow Art Day each year along with museums around the world. For more information about Slow Art Day, visit www.slowartday.com. | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/23/12 | Birmingham |
Summer Solstice Concert with the Red Mountain Chamber Players: at Steiner AuditoriumPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art and Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 24, 2012 Get a sneak preview of the exhibition Norman Rockwell's America with live chamber music from the early 1900's performed by members of the Red Mountain Chamber Orchestra. Travel back to American life in the early part of the twentieth century, when lazy summer Sunday afternoon, were spent int the park listening to live music. The appeal of those concerts are a part of Americana that remains strong today.
This fall, the Museum will present Norman Rockwell's America, an exhibition... | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/24/12 | Birmingham |
FILM: The Weight of the NationPresented by Birmingham Botanical Gardens at Birmingham Botanical Gardens June 24, 2012 As we celebrate The Year of Alabama Food, Birmingham Botanical Gardens welcomes a documentary series all about food: the good, the bad and the ugly. All of the movies are free and open to the public. Registration not required.
All of the films are presented by Leaf & Petal and will take place in the Linn-Henley Lecture Hall in the Garden Center and promptly begin at 2 p.m.
After some of the films we will be having a community conversation with experts who can... | Birmingham Botanical Gardens | 06/24/12 | Birmingham |
| 2nd Annual Plein Air Art Show and Sale | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 05/15/12-
06/29/12 | Hoover |
Summer Camp Program: Junior Seed ScientistsPresented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens June 25-June 29, 2012 For children entering 5K and 1st grade
Instructor: Minnette Wiggins, B.S. and M.A. Early Childhood Education, National Board Certification
Explore and investigate the wonderful world of seeds. Children will dissect, sort, and experiment with many categories of seeds. Fun activities include planting seeds to make a personal JR garden and planting a cucumber inside a bottle to take home.
Contact: Audrey Ann Wilson. | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Hoover |
Summer Camp Program: American Girl in Aldridge GardensPresented by Aldridge Botanical Gardens at Aldridge Botanical Gardens June 25-June 29, 2012 For children entering 1st through 3rd grades
Instructor: Sally Till, B.S. and M.A. Elementary Education
Campers will bring their American Girl for morning journeys throughout the Gardens. Together with our dolls, we will visit many different areas in the Gardens for daily arts, crafts, stories, songs, recipes, and nature projects inspired by the lives of characters such as Kit, Molly, and Julie.
Contact Audrey Ann Wilson. | Aldridge Botanical Gardens | 06/25/12-
06/29/12 | Hoover |
SUMMER ART CAMP 2012 Taking Shape at the Birmingham Museum of ArtPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 18-June 29, 2012 Discover the art of sculpture. From the ground up, campers will transform their ideas into 3-D masterpieces as their explore their creativity. We introduce campers to materials they may not have seen or used before. With our nationally celebrated Sculpture Garden, how appropriate it is that campers will focus on sculpture this year! In the Red Mountain Garden Club Memorial Garden, campers are inspired by works created by artists, Rodin, Botero, and Alabama folk artist Charlie Lucas. | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/18/12-
06/29/12 | Birmingham |
Bart's Art CartPresented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art June 2-June 30, 2012 Visit Bart’s Art Cart in the main lobby to explore great art and create some art of your own with the help of our Teen Volunteers. Each month highlights a different gallery and features a new art activity. Learn how to look at art with your child. Stop by and make art with Bart!
**June Activity: Make your favorite animal sculpture out of soap! View the Inuit sculptures in our Native American Gallery for inspiration! | Birmingham Museum of Art | 06/02/12-
06/30/12 | Birmingham |
Thunder on the Mountain 2012Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum July 4, 2012 Thunder on the Mountain 2012, Birmingham’s traditional fireworks demonstration, will once again illuminate the skies above Birmingham’s beloved iron man, Vulcan.
For the best viewing experience, make sure you have a clear view of Vulcan. Log on to www.visitvulcan.com for more information and helpful viewing tips! | Vulcan Park and Museum | 07/04/12 | Birmingham |
| Zumba! The Latest Craze! | Birmingham Public Library | 07/13/12 | Birmingham |
Slippery, Slimy SaturdayPresented by McWane Science Center at McWane Science Center July 14, 2012 Bigger, better and slimier than ever! Join us for a Slippery, Slimy Saturday with lots of ooey gooey fun as educators conduct slimy experiments and show you how to make your own creations. On the plaza, you can enjoy even messier experiments this year and an oobleck pool.
SLIME ALERT: If you dare try the slimy activities outside on the plaza, guests will not be permitted inside the museum after being slimed if they are not cleaned off properly. A change of clothes and a towel are... | McWane Science Center | 07/14/12 | Birmingham |
Antique Engine & Tractor ShowPresented by Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park July 13-July 15, 2012 Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park has more than 1,500 acres in three counties set aside for hiking, camping and outdoor recreation. A miniature railroad chugs through the pines. From spring through fall, the blacksmith, miller and craftsmen demonstrate their trades. Craft shops occupy restored pioneer cabins and artisans chat with visitors from their front porches. Steeped in history, Tannehill feels timeless. The cotton gin, pioneer farm and working gristmill preserve a long-gone... | Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park | 07/13/12-
07/15/12 | McCalla |
SUMMER ART CAMP 2012 Taking Shape at the Birmingham Museum of Art Presented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art July 9-July 20, 2012 Discover the art of sculpture. From the ground up, campers will transform their ideas into 3-D masterpieces as their explore their creativity. We introduce campers to materials they may not have seen or used before. With our nationally celebrated Sculpture Garden, how appropriate it is that campers will focus on sculpture this year! In the Red Mountain Garden Club Memorial Garden, campers are inspired by works created by artists, Rodin, Botero, and Alabama folk artist Charlie Lucas. | Birmingham Museum of Art | 07/09/12-
07/20/12 | Birmingham |
| Springville Road Library Presents Larry Moore | Birmingham Public Library | 07/23/12 | Birmingham |
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