North ShelbyMeadow Brook RunsDec. 20, 9 a.m.Aliant BankThe 20th annual Meadow Brook 5K and one-mile fun run will be held Dec. 20. Aliant Bank at 1100 Corporate Parkway will serve as the race headquarters. The 5K starts at 9 a.m. The fun run begins at 10 a.m. Race timing will be provided by the Trak Shak. The event will also feature gift bags, prizes and food. … [Read more...]

Birmingham"The Nutcracker"Dec. 13-14BJCCThe Birmingham Ballet will perform "The Nutcracker" Dec. 13-14 at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Center Concert Hall. The innovative version of the classic features aerial ballet and magical surprises for all ages. Show times are 2-4 p.m. Dec. 13-14 and 7:30-9:30 p.m. Dec. 13. Tickets are $33-$54.75 and are available … [Read more...]

Shelby CountyChristmas Traditions on IceDec. 12-14Pelham Civic Center and Ice ArenaThe Pelham Civic Center and Ice Arena will present "Christmas Traditions: Holiday Wishes and Dreams Brought to Life on Ice" Dec. 12-14. Students enrolled in the Pelham Skating School will perform to holiday classics. Birmingham native Tim Dolensky, a 2012 junior silver medalist, … [Read more...]

BirminghamJingle Bell Run/Walk for ArthritisDec. 13, 8 a.m.Railroad ParkThe annual Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis will be Dec. 13 at Railroad Park, 1600 First Ave. S., Birmingham. Participants are encouraged to wear holiday-themed costumes and tie jingle bells to their shoelaces for the event that raises money to help find a cure for arthritis. Participants … [Read more...]

HomewoodChristmas Songs and StoriesDec. 12, 7:30 p.m.Homewood Public LibraryThe Homewood Public Library will present Jingle All the Way Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. The event will include favorite songs, stories and sing-a-longs with Dolores Hydock and Bobby Horton. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25, and reservations are required. … [Read more...]