North ShelbySacred Harp Singing ConventionJune 12-14, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.First Christian ChurchThe 35th annual National Sacred Harp Singing Convention will be June 12-14 at First Christian Church, 4954 Valleydale Road in North Shelby. The event will feature three days of Southern hospitality, fellowship and shape-note singing from the Sacred Harp Hymnal, … [Read more...]

BirminghamShades Valley Class of 1966 ReunionJune 6, 6:30 p.m.Birmingham Botanical GardensMembers of the Shades Valley Class of 1966 are turning 66 and will celebrate with a reunion at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens at 6:30 p.m. June 6. Chairmen for the event are Carol Carter Hunter and Della Fancher. For more information, visit www.svhs66alumni.com or email … [Read more...]

Vestavia HillsVBS: Ultimate ConquerorsJune 2-6, 9 a.m.-noonShades Mountain Baptist ChurchShades Mountain Baptist Church is hosting VBS: Ultimate Conquerors from 9 a.m.-noon June 2-6 for students entering kindergarten through those who have completed the fifth grade. Vacation Bible School is free. The church is at 2017 Columbiana Road in Vestavia Hills. For more … [Read more...]

North ShelbySummer Reading KickoffMay 31, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.North Shelby Public LibraryThe North Shelby Library will kick off its summer reading program with an event from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. May 31. The event will feature inflatables, refreshments, games, face painting and more. No registration is required. The event is free, and all ages are welcome. The library is at … [Read more...]

BirminghamOld Thyme Herbal Remedies of the SouthMay 31, 12:30-4:30 p.m.Birmingham Botanical GardensLearn about herbal remedies of the South from 12:30-4:30 p.m. May 31. The event will feature a presentation on common remedies for common complaints found in Southern folk medicine. Weather permitting, a portion of the class will be held in the native plant area. … [Read more...]