Entertainment and Arts

Get discounted matinées every day + $5 concessions specials at AMC Theatres

This past summer, many movie lovers may have missed all the fun of experiencing summer blockbusters on the big screen. However, any season is the perfect time to sit in a darkened theater and munch on popcorn for true film fanatics. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER for more tips on how to live your best life on a budget in Birmingham! Even better, now you can catch the latest hit at a discounted price as AMC Theatres makes going to the movies more … [Read more...] about Get discounted matinées every day + $5 concessions specials at AMC Theatres

UAB’s ArtPlay hosts online event in virtual classroom engagement on Sept. 8

Due to growing popularity, UAB's ArtPlay will once again host its online event in virtual classroom engagement. On Tuesday, September 8 from 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM, guests can join via Zoom to hear ideas about keeping students engaged on virtual platforms. Using knowledge culled from ArtPlay's summer online camps and workshops that are geared from kindergarten through twelfth grade, presenters will explain useful techniques for classroom … [Read more...] about UAB’s ArtPlay hosts online event in virtual classroom engagement on Sept. 8

FREE Friday outdoor comedy nights are back at Good People Brewing!

Good news for good people! FREE Friday outdoor comedy nights are back at Good People Brewing! Join Good People Brewing Company this Friday, September 5th, and hopefully on the first Friday of every month as they bring back FREE comedy on the back patio. Social distancing guidelines apply but that won't stop the fun. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER for more tips on how to live your best life on a budget in Birmingham! Come see outstanding local … [Read more...] about FREE Friday outdoor comedy nights are back at Good People Brewing!

FREE Pop-up Opera concert Sunday evening

Introducing Opera Shots, a new and innovative way that Opera Birmingham is bringing casual, pop-up concerts to the Birmingham community! The kick-off to the 2020-2021 season happens Sunday night at 5:00 PM in the Opera Birmingham parking lot (3601 SIXTH AVENUE SOUTH, BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA 35222). Bring your own lawn chair. Coolers and refreshments are welcome. Admission is FREE! Opera Shots was designed with the idea of "breaking … [Read more...] about FREE Pop-up Opera concert Sunday evening

FREE women’s Self Care Yoga Class at Avondale Park

Calling all ladies on Sunday, August 30th from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a FREE, women's Self Care Yoga Class at Avondale Park! Sponsored by TrappedBoss, this event strives to be a restorative and inspirational time for women to practice self-care. Ashanti Alexander will lead the class, helping the participants to relax and connect with themselves through Yoga and meditation. Vendors who are experts in self-care will be on-hand as well. Bring your … [Read more...] about FREE women’s Self Care Yoga Class at Avondale Park

Sidewalk Film Festival 2020 kicks off Monday night

The Sidewalk Film Festival 2020 kicks off Monday night! Starting on August 24th, the films are coming at you in a whole new way. Check their website HERE for lists of tickets that are available daily. Hurry, they're selling out fast! Building off the success of the Sidewalk Starlite Drive-In movies enjoyed by Jefferson County residents this summer, the twenty-second annual Sidewalk Film Festival, sponsored by Regions Bank, will transition to The Grand River … [Read more...] about Sidewalk Film Festival 2020 kicks off Monday night

Block Party in East Avondale on Saturday, August 22

Starting August 22 at 12:00 noon, East Avondale will be the site for a socially distanced block party hosted by Cahaba Brewing and Mom's Basement. This event will take place on 3rd Ave. South and will incorporate areas restaurants, food trucks, live music, and two bar areas run by Cahaba Brewing and Mom's Basement. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER for more tips on how to live your best life on a budget in Birmingham! Cahaba Brewing will be serving cold … [Read more...] about Block Party in East Avondale on Saturday, August 22

Eat in the Streets B’ham continues this weekend!

In July, a new initiative hit Birmingham with the hopes of supporting local restaurants and raising morale and community spirit. Eat in the Streets was held in the Avondale area and gave attendees an opportunity to dine outside with social distancing guidelines in place. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER for more tips on how to live your best life on a budget in Birmingham! This weekend, Eat in the Streets continues in downtown Birmingham. Areas that will … [Read more...] about Eat in the Streets B’ham continues this weekend!

Lunch and Learn: Houseplants 101 on Wednesday, August 12th

Are you a green thumb wanna-be? Do you know the basics but have some questions? Join Birmingham Botanical Gardens for Lunch and Learn: Houseplants 101 on Wednesday, August 12th. This event will be led by Caitlin Hastings, owner of Botanica, a houseplant store located in downtown Birmingham. Caitlin will be presenting lots of insight about keeping your plant babies thriving. Scheduled to take place virtually from 11:30-12:30 PM, this is a FREE webinar … [Read more...] about Lunch and Learn: Houseplants 101 on Wednesday, August 12th

Introducing “Birmingham Bread and Butter,” our newest local magazine

Coming soon, our city's first-ever publication completely dedicated to local food! Times may be hard for the restaurant industry, but according to Karim Shamsi-Basha, Editor-in-Chief of Birmingham Bread and Butter, it's the perfect season for this newest publication to hit the stands. These stories need to be told! The first issue will premiere in October 2020, as restaurants are still trying to regain or maintain their footing during this economic downturn. … [Read more...] about Introducing “Birmingham Bread and Butter,” our newest local magazine