BirminghamRally for ReadingAug. 21, 5-9 p.m.Avondale Brewing CompanyThe Junior Board of the Literacy Council will hosts its fourth annual Rally for Reading from 5-9 p.m. Aug. 21 at Avondale Brewing Company, 201 41st St. South, Birmingham. The event will help kick off the college football season with live music, a raffle and food and drinks. Money raised at the … [Read more...]
Cahaba River Society Fry-down
Trussville AreaCahaba River Society Fry-downSept. 28, noon-4 p.m.Trussville SpringsThe Cahaba River Society will host its fifth annual competitive catfish cooking contest and riverfront festival from noon-4 p.m. Sept. 28 on the banks of the Cahaba River at Trussville Springs. Presented by Amerex, the event will feature local teams of chefs preparing catfish and … [Read more...]
Saint George Middle Eastern Food Festival
BirminghamSaint George Middle Eastern Food FestivalSept. 18, 19 and 20Saint George Melkite Catholic ChurchA food festival that drew some 200 people in its first year now attracts more than 8,500.Saint George Melkite Catholic Church started its Middle Eastern Food Festival 33 years ago. This year’s event is set for Sept. 18,19 and 20 at the church, 425 16th … [Read more...]
Oktoberfest 2014 in Birmingham
BirminghamOktoberfest 2014Sept. 11-14Das Haus: German ClubThe FDSK German Culture Club will host an Oktoberfest celebration Sept. 11-14 at Das Haus, 2318 Second Ave. N. in BirminghamThe event includes traditional German cuisine prepared by experienced German cooks plus a wide selection of draft and bottled European beers.Seating will be available in the … [Read more...]
Signature Chefs Auction
BirminghamSignature Chefs AuctionSept. 11, 6 p.m.Iron City BirminghamTop chefs will showcase their culinary masterpieces at the Signature Chefs Auction fundraiser Sept. 11 at Iron City Birmingham.The event includes wine sampling, entertainment and an auction featuring one-of-a-kind packages, organizers said.Proceeds will benefit the March of … [Read more...]