HomewoodMusical Family NightNov. 20, 6:15-7:15 p.m.Homewood Public LibraryThe Homewood Public Library will host a musical family night Nov. 20 from 6:15-7:15 p.m. The free event will allow children to grow in their musical ability as Native American Thanksgiving is celebrated. Susie Youngson of “Music Together” will perform, and there will be a popcorn bar after … [Read more...]

  BirminghamChristmas at the Caroline HouseNov. 18-19Caroline HouseBriarwood Presbyterian Church will host Christmas at the Caroline House Nov. 18-19 to celebrate Advent. Presentations are at 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. The event will include a performance by the Briarwood Ballet, a light meal and guest speaker Nancy Worthington, a women’s Bible … [Read more...]

Hoover Day HikeNov. 16, 2 p.m.Moss Rock PreserveThe Moss Ross Preserve will host a 2-4 mile nature hike Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. The hike is for ages 7 and older and will allow hikers to see forests, streams, boulders and great views. There will be an optional lunch before the hike at 12:30 p.m. at Vecchia Restaurant. Registration is required only for those attending … [Read more...]

 North ShelbyFree ACT PrepNov. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.North Shelby Public LibraryStudents can take a free ACT practice test Nov. 15 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the North Shelby Public Library. To register online, www.kaptest.com/hsevents. For more information, contact Ashley Streat at [email protected]. … [Read more...]

 BirminghamDirt Dash 5KNov. 15, 8:30 a.m.Birmingham Botanical GardensServisFirst will present the Dirt Dash 5K Fun Run and Family Walk at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 15 at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. The Junior Board's largest annual fundraiser will allow participants to run through The Gardens' trails to benefit the BBG’s educational mission. The 5K begins at … [Read more...]