The McWane Science Center is preparing to welcome its first visitors back to the museum after closing to the public on March 16 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Summer camps will begin on June 15, but the facility will remain closed to the general public until July 8. CEO and President Amy Templeton noted in a letter to the public that Itty Bitty Magic City will remain … [Read more...]
Birmingham Zoo Begins Phase One of Reopening
The Birmingham Zoo will reopen to the public today, June 11, after closing on Marc 19 due to the coronavirus pandemic. A soft reopening was held on June 8 for members only and Emergency Animal Fund donors. “We are excited to welcome our guests back to their Zoo,” says Chris Pfefferkorn, Birmingham Zoo president and CEO. “Our staff is taking every precaution to keep our … [Read more...]
Have a Heart: AHA 2020 Birmingham Heart Walk Goes Virtual
By Emily Williams According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the nation’s number one killer. Patients with heart disease and other related health issues also are among those at highest risk of death should they contract COVID-19. With those facts in mind, the AHA will present its 2020 Birmingham Heart Walk virtually on June 13 with the goal of not only … [Read more...]
BCT Introduces Virtual Cardboard Puppet Theatre Series
According to the Birmingham Children’s Theatre, when it comes to a formulating a theatrical performance there are four of the main ingredients required: a performer, an audience, a story and a space. Due to social distancing guidelines during the coronavirus pandemic, BCT performers are unable to stand on their stage in front of an audience. In order to continue its mission … [Read more...]
Alabama Symphony Orchestra Cancels Summer Concerts in Railroad Park
The Alabama Symphony Orchestra has extended its event cancellations through June 7, which means the Symphony in the Summer concerts planned for Railroad Park June 5-7 will not go on.“It has been a joy over the last decade to gather with friends, family and loved ones to celebrate the start of the summer. Though we cannot gather with you at this time, we hope to perform for … [Read more...]