HomewoodBook Signing with Craig DarchAug. 28, 6:30 p.m.Homewood Public LibraryCraig Darch, author of "From Brooklyn to the Olympics," will discuss and sign copies of his book at the Homewood Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 28. The book describes how Mel Rosen, a Jewish kid from Brighton Beach, N.Y., followed his dream to become the head track and field coach at … [Read more...]
Small Business Seminar in Homewood
HomewoodSmall Business SeminarAug. 26, noonHomewood Public LibraryTermea Pruitt, a financial adviser with Ewol Credit Solutions, will give advice on the best ways to obtain a business loan at the Small Business Seminar at the Homewood Public Library Aug. 26. The free event will start at noon in the large auditorium. Participants can bring their own brown bag … [Read more...]
The Bell Center’s Tailgate Challenge
BirminghamThe Bell Center's Tailgate ChallengeAug. 23, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.The SummitThe Bell Center's annual Tailgate Challenge on Aug. 23 will give football fans a chance to celebrate the upcoming season while local cook teams show off their skills. Event-goers can taste tailgating food at team tents, and celebrity judges will judge each team on spirit, best-tasting … [Read more...]
Fairy Tale Ball
BirminghamFairy Tale BallAug. 23 6-9 p.m.Sheraton Birmingham BallroomThe eighth annual Fairy Tale Ball to benefit Childcare Resources will be held from 6-9 p.m. Aug. 23 at the Sheraton Birmingham, 2101 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. North. The event will feature a live dance band, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, adult and children's beverages, a candy bar and interactive … [Read more...]
Taste of Fourth Avenue Jazz Festival
BirminghamTaste of Fourth Avenue Jazz FestivalAug. 23-24DowntownThe annual Taste of Fourth Avenue Jazz Festival will be Aug. 23-24 in downtown Birmingham on Fourth Avenue between 16th, 17th and 18th streets. The free community event will include entertainment, food vendors, a children's village and an art exhibit. Entertainment begins at 2 p.m. on both days. … [Read more...]