Birmingham
Weim & Cheese
March 10, 6:30 p.m.
Work Play
The ninth annual Weim & Cheese fundraising auction benefiting Weimaraner Rescue of the South will be March 10 in a new location, WorkPlay. Food will be provided by Mafiaoza’s in Crestline. The Hearts will perform. Scott Register of Reg’s Coffee House is emcee. This casual event with wine, heavy hors d’oeuvres and silent and live auctions drew about 300 last year. For tickets and more information, visit www.weimrescue.com
Vestavia Hills
Vestavia Hills Young Professionals Networking
March 8, 5 p.m.
Black Jack Grille and Bar
The Vestavia Hills Young Professionals will host a networking event at Black Jack Grille and Bar on Acton Road. For more information, email vhyp@vestaviahills.org.
Birmingham
Schoolhouse Rock
March 9, 7 p.m.
B&A Warehouse
Cornerstone Schools of Alabama’s Schoolhouse Rock event is back for another year of fundraising. Presented by Cornerstone’s Junior Board and Strickland Trading, Inc., the event will be from 7-11 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person and include two bands, live and silent auctions, heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks and giveaways. Buy tickets at www.csalabama.org, Urban Cookhouse locations in Homewood and The Summit or at the door that night.
Birmingham
TAO: The Art of the Drum
March 9, 8 p.m.
Alys Stephens Center
Feel the beat of Japanese drumming when UAB’s Stephens Center presents TAO: The Art of the Drum, a fusion of athletic prowess and explosive Taiko drumming. The TAO stars live and train at a compound in the mountains of Japan, reaching the highest level of virtuosity only after years of intensive study. Tickets are $49.50, $39.50 and $27.50; student tickets are $20. The Alys Stephens Center is offering a special family four-pack of tickets for this show: four tickets for $60 if at least one member of the group is a child. Availability is limited. Use the code FAMPKWEB for online purchases at www.AlysStephens.org or call the Stephens Center Box Office at 975-2787. Guests can come early for a question and answer session, free and open to everyone, with the performers in the center’s Reynolds-Kirschbaum Recital Hall.
Birmingham
The Sleeping Beauty
March 9-11
BJCC Concert Hall
“The Sleeping Beauty” is the newest addition to Birmingham Ballet’s repertoire. Choreographer Cindy Free weaves traditional elements of this ballet with her own fresh innovations. Shows are March 9 at 10 a.m., March 10 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and March 11 at 2 p.m. For more information or tickets, visit www.birminghamballet.com.
Birmingham
5K for Kids – Small Steps to End Childhood Obesity
March 10, 7 a.m.
Legion Field
The Junior League of Birmingham will present the 5K for Kids – Small Steps to End Childhood Obesity March 10. The community-wide event, sponsored by Princeton Baptist Medical Center, includes a 5K race and kids’ festival. Birmingham Mayor William A. Bell Sr. and First Lady Dr. Sharon Bell, assistant superintendent of Birmingham City Schools, will serve as grand marshals for the event. The free, family-friendly festival inside Legion Field includes vendors targeting wellness, health screens and healthy eating demonstrations, a one mile fun run and a Fun Zone for children with games, inflatables and more in partnership with the Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services. For more information and to register at www.active.com. Each participant will receive a T-shirt with paid registration.
Vestavia Hills
Choreography for a Cause
March 11, 2:30 p.m.
Vestavia Hills High School
The Laura Crandall Brown Ovarian Cancer Foundation is gearing up for Choreography for a Cause, a dance exhibition that will showcase talent from young dancers and dance programs in Alabama. Proceeds from the event will benefit the foundation. For more information, contact Rebecca Hunter, event coordinator, at r.hunter@thinkoflaura.org.
Birmingham
Designer David Meister at Saks
March 15, 11 a.m.
Saks Fifth Avenue
Meet celebrity dress designer David Meister as he presents his latest collection at Saks Fifth Avenue at The Summit. In addition to meeting and greeting customers, Meister will host a fashion presentation with models to showcase his Spring 2012 designs. A luncheon and fashion show from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. will benefit the Alabama Symphony’s upcoming trip to Carnegie Hall. For more information, call Saks at 298-8550.
Percy Walker
Birmingham
Birmingham Revealed!
March 15, 5:30 p.m.
Vulcan Park and Museum
Vulcan Park and Museum and Lee Eric Shackleford will present the premiere performance of “Love in the Ruins: The Mind of Walker Percy,” Shackleford’s one-act, one-man play inspired by the author’s writings. The play recounts Percy’s ideas about relationships, science, technology, religion and especially how Birmingham shaped him into one of the 20th century’s most original authors. This is the first of Vulcan’s Birmingham Revealed Series for 2012. The series invites guests to Vulcan after hours to learn about the people and places that shaped Birmingham. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door and $7.50 for Vulcan members. The event includes a cash bar and light refreshments. For more information or to buy tickets, visit www.visitvulcan.com
Birmingham
Shamrockin’ and ONB St. Patrick’s Parade
March 12-17
Five Points South
The 27th annual ONB St. Patrick’s Paradewill be March 17. The parade is a partnership between ONB, the Alabama Celtic Association and the Five Points South Merchants Association. Lineup begins at 12:30 p.m. on 13th St. South between 10th and 11th St. South. Shamrockin’ is a free street festival in the Five Points South entertainment district. It’s produced by the Five Points South Merchants Association and Five Points South Neighborhood Association. Six days of food and drink specials begin March 12.
Homewood
St. Patrick’s Day 5K and Festival
March 17, 8:30 a.m.
Homewood Central Park
A Sliver Lining is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day 5K and Festival. The race begins at 8:30 a.m. with race-day registration beginning at 7:30 a.m. The pre-registration fee is $20; race day-registration is $25. Winners and awards will be announced after the race. Other attractions include local food vendors, music and children’s activities and games. Festivities last until noon. For more information or to register visit www.aslbham.com/events.aspx
Birmingham
Japanese Cultural Pavilion Dedication and Cherry Blossom Festival
March 17, 11 a.m.
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
March 17 will be a day of celebration in the BBG’s Japanese Gardens. The Gardens’ renovation of the Japanese Cultural Pavilion culminates in concert with the Japan-America Society of Alabama’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival. Three Yoshino cherries will be planted at The Gardens to mark the centennial of Japan’s original 1912 gift of more than 3,000 flowering cherries to the U.S. Representatives from the office of the Consul-General of Japan in Atlanta will attend, joining BBG for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at noon to officially reopen the Japanese Cultural Pavilion for special events, gatherings and programs promoting Japanese culture. The pavilion will be dedicated to the late Douglas Moore, its designer and builder. At 1 p.m., the celebration will move to the torii gate for the ceremonial planting of JASA’s centennial cherries gift. The event, free and open to the public, is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.bbgardens.org.
Hoover
Hooks in the Gardens
March 19-23, 9 a.m.
Aldridge Gardens
Aldridge Gardens will open up its 5-acre lake March 19-23, 9 am-4 pm daily, for kids ages 4-15 to fish to their hearts’ content. Daily passes will cost $5, and passes for the entire five days are only $15. Children and grandchildren of members get in free. On Friday, March 18, there will be professional fishermen on hand to answer questions and give one-on-one instruction and assistance. There will also be prizes and give-aways. Simply pay at the gate, pick out a good spot on the lake and start fishing. Five-day passes may also be purchased online at www.aldridgegardens.com. The Gardens has several rods and reels for check out at no charge on a first come basis. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Birmingham
Swine and Wine
March 25, 5 p.m.
Old Car Heaven
Swine and Wine, a pig roast and wine feast benefiting the Druid City Garden Project, will feature cuisine from Little Savannah, Veranda on Highland, Cochon in New Orleans, Rusty’s BBQ, Homewood Gourmet, Stone’s Throw Restaurant, Campus Dining Inc., Satterfield’s, The Culinard, Whole Foods Market, Mafiaoza’s and the Warnock Family. Tickets are $45 in advance and $50 at the door. Lou Wamp and Swing Shift will provide music. For more information, visit www.littlesavannah.com or www.jvuf.org. Call 439-7213 for tickets.
Hoover
Flash Fiction Night
March 20, 7 p.m.
Hoover Public Library
Join the Hoover Public Library for Flash Fiction Night, when Write Club members share their original work. The program, free and open to the public, is in the Library Theatre. Call 444-7820 for more information.
Birmingham
Bon Voyage Party
March 25, 3 p.m.
The Furnace
The Bon Voyage Party is the grand finale party of “Passport to Dine” benefiting Birmingham AIDS Outreach. Passport to Dine is an annual fundraiser; volunteers host dinner parties and cocktail parties in their homes and businesses. The Bon Voyage party includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar and silent and live auctions. Entertainment will include the Birmingham Sugar Babies and Once in a Lifetime ’80s band. The event ends with a grand prize vacation drawing for two winners. This year’s vacations, sponsored by AAA Alabama, include the Grand Canyon, St. Kitts and Dublin, Ireland. All Passport to Dine hosts and guests will receive complimentary admission. Other guests will be admitted with a $25 minimum donation. Tickets are available at birminghamaidsoutreach.org or at the door
Birmingham
Masquerade Ball
March 24, 8 p.m.
UAB’s Alys Stephens Center
The Rotaract Club of Birmingham will host its annual Masquerade Ball. Local young professionals are invited to join Rotaract members from 8 p.m. to midnight for live music, dancing and a silent auction. All proceeds will benefit the Rotaract Club of Birmingham Foundation. In addition to supporting Rotaract’s Ready 2 Read program, the foundation funds monthly service projects that aid organizations throughout the Birmingham area, including the Ronald McDonald House, Jimmie Hale Mission and Habitat for Humanity. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.bhammask.com.
Hoover
Paws in the Gardens
March 24, 9 a.m.
Aldridge Gardens
Aldridge Gardens is “going to the dogs” with its third annual Paws in the Gardens for dogs and families. Dogs can enjoy “Yappy Hour” with other dogs, have their photos made and learn how fellow canines are being rescued while others are helping humans through service at war and as first responders. Information will be provided on obedience, grooming, leash control, vaccinations and more. Tickets are $10 per dog; $3 goes to the Shelby County Humane Society. For more information, contact Debbie Bartoletti at dbartoletti@aldridgegardens.com or 682-8019, ext.7.
Birmingham
5K for Kids – Small Steps to End Childhood Obesity
March 10, 7 a.m.
Legion Field
The Junior League of Birmingham will present the 5K for Kids – Small Steps to End Childhood Obesity March 10. The community-wide event, sponsored by Princeton Baptist Medical Center, includes a 5K race and kids’ festival. Birmingham Mayor William A. Bell Sr. and First Lady Dr. Sharon Bell, assistant superintendent of Birmingham City Schools, will serve as grand marshals for the event. The free, family-friendly festival inside Legion Field includes vendors targeting wellness, health screens and healthy eating demonstrations, a one mile fun run and a Fun Zone for children with games, inflatables and more in partnership with the Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services. For more information and to register at www.active.com. Each participant will receive a T-shirt with paid registration.
Birmingham
Clover Crawl Green Home and Garden Expo
March 31, 10 a.m.
Vulcan Park and Museum
Kick off spring with this expo at Vulcan Park and Museum. The free event, presented by the Green Resource Center for Alabama, will show the latest trends in green products and services for the home, office and garden. Included are music, food and kids’ activities. Those who attend can bring electronics for recycling and documents for shredding. For more information, visit www.greenalabama.org.
Birmingham
Spring Walking Tour Series
March 31, 9:30 a.m.
Birmingham Historic Retail/Theater District
Vulcan Park and Museum’s 2012 Spring Walking Tour Series will kick off with a tour of the downtown Birmingham historic retail and theater district. These tours offer a fun, invigorating way to experience the history and architectural beauty of Birmingham’s neighborhoods and districts. Space is limited. Tickets are $12 and $10 for Vulcan members. For more information or to register, visit www.visitvulcan.com.
Birmingham
Tennis Festival
March 31
Birmingham-Southern College Tennis Complex
Learn about tennis at this free festival open to ages 10 and younger at the BSC tennis complex. Participants will practice rallying, volleying, ups and play plenty of games.
