Building with Bricks is a program offered by the Alabama Center for Architecture in partnership with the Structural Engineers Association of Alabama. We provide a week long program during Birmingham City Schools spring break for parents to take their children and build LEGO structures with Architects and Engineers. Kids can test their designs on the seismic shake table to see if it can withstand simulated earthquakes or place it on our cityscape window display for everyone to see. Learn about strong structural foundations and the importance of design.

Join us for downtown mat Pilates at our comfortable downtown location at Concordia Beneficial Society on 1st Avenue North.  A 45-minute long moderate intensity, full body workout will be taught by a certified and experienced Pilates Instructor.  The cost is $10 a person per 45-minute session, cash only.  Free parking is available on site. Complimentary Coffee will be provided for the 7:30 AM session.

Bring your own mat Pilates!

Join us for downtown mat Pilates at our comfortable downtown location at Concordia Beneficial Society on 1st Avenue North.  A 45-minute moderate intensity, full body workout will be taught by a certified and experienced Pilates Instructor.  The cost is $10 a person per 45-minute session, cash only.  Free parking is available on site. Complimentary Coffee will be provided for the 7:30 AM session.

Join us for an open social and dance evening with the famous Drew White Orchestra from Muscle Shoals, held at the Concordia Club!  Free parking is available on site.

We will start the evening at 7 PM with a ½ hour free dance lesson.  At 7:30 PM the band will start with great social and ballroom dance music.  If you haven’t heard this band before they are something special, with a wide variety of modern and classic dance music!  If you don’t dance, just tap your toes while listening to some great music and meeting new friends.

Dressy-casual clothing is suggested and jeans are OK. 

Heavy Hors D'oeuvres will be served.  A bar with non-alcoholic refreshments and snacks is available.  BYOB

Propagating native plants is a great skill to learn as a gardener to help bring more plants to your garden or pass along to others. Join Jefferson County Greenways Conservation Director, Jamie Nobles, and Propagation Specialist, Dylan Rowan, for a hands-on propagation workshop and tour of the Ruffner Mountain Habitat Garden. Tools will be provided. Participants will be able to take their propagated plant home with them.

Accessibility: This program is wheelchair accessible. Indoor restrooms are available.

Disclaimer: This program has limited space available. Please register to attend.

If you register but are unable to attend, please email programs@jeffcogreenways.org so we can open the spot for someone else.

An evening of chamber percussion ensemble works presented by percussionists Gene Fambrough, DMA, (UAB), Grant Dalton, DMA, (Samford), Mike Muncher, Garrett Gibson and Danny Moore, DMA.

RACOMA

featuring St. Yuma

Seattle-based band Racoma crafts a front porch soundscape where indie and folk influences intertwine, evoking a casual warmth like reconnecting with an old friend. Glenn Haider’s earnest vocals are complemented by Spencer Templeman’s dynamic drum sound and Sean Collopy’s lyrical guitar.
Each person’s element is essential, like voices in the heartfelt conversations that make up Racoma’s songs. Their collective sound radiates human connection, with emotional depth that draws listeners in to reflect long after the music fades.

Think you need a big backyard to grow vegetables? Think again! Learn how to grow fresh veggies in any sunny spot—from suburban gardens to patios and balconies. Advanced Master Gardener Karen Mitchell will discuss how to choose the best vegetables for your space and inspire you with easy, rewarding options for a spring and summer garden. Perfect for beginners and small-space gardeners.

Our third co-production with UAB Department of Theatre! RMT DEBUT! We are proud to bring this critically acclaimed and Tony Award-winning 2015 musical to RMT for the first time. All his life, Evan Hansen has felt invisible. When a tragic event shocks the community, Evan's choices -- and lies -- leave him at the center of the turmoil. As Evan works through his adolescent confusion, grief, and the pressures of the online world, it becomes the story of the universal need to find acceptance.

Jefferson County Greenways members and the public can shop plants propagated from our greenspaces in Jefferson County — contributing to their adaptability to the local climate. Every plant purchased and planted helps support the local ecosystem and our protected greenspaces — Red Mountain Park, Ruffner Mountain, and Turkey Creek Nature Preserve.

Whether you’re looking to enhance your yard’s habitat, attract pollinators, or simply enjoy the beauty of Alabama’s native flora, you’ll find a wide variety of hardy, beautiful native plants suited to Alabama’s climate.
Benefits of Using Native Plants in Your Landscape
Native plants aren’t just beautiful—they're essential for ecological health. Here’s why you should choose them:

Low maintenance: Require less water, fertilizer, and pesticides
Wildlife support: Provide food, and habitat for birds, bees, and butterflies
Ecosystem restoration: Help restore and protect Alabama's native biodiversity
Locally adapted: Thrive in our region's soils and climate conditions

Member Benefits at the Native Plant Sale
Jefferson County Greenways members receive 10% off all plant purchases and early access to shop the spring plant sale on the first Saturday in April from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.. Not a member yet? Join now to support conservation and save on plants!
Volunteer and Support Local Conservation
We need volunteers to help make the plant sale a success! Shifts are available each Saturday in April and October. No experience is needed. Volunteer perks include morning coffee to start your shift, free lunch and cold drinks, one free native plant per shift. Plus, you get to connect with fellow plant lovers and support local conservation! Learn more about volunteering or reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@jeffcogreenways.org.

Our third co-production with UAB Department of Theatre! RMT DEBUT! We are proud to bring this critically acclaimed and Tony Award-winning 2015 musical to RMT for the first time. All his life, Evan Hansen has felt invisible. When a tragic event shocks the community, Evan's choices -- and lies -- leave him at the center of the turmoil. As Evan works through his adolescent confusion, grief, and the pressures of the online world, it becomes the story of the universal need to find acceptance.

Our third co-production with UAB Department of Theatre! RMT DEBUT! We are proud to bring this critically acclaimed and Tony Award-winning 2015 musical to RMT for the first time. All his life, Evan Hansen has felt invisible. When a tragic event shocks the community, Evan's choices -- and lies -- leave him at the center of the turmoil. As Evan works through his adolescent confusion, grief, and the pressures of the online world, it becomes the story of the universal need to find acceptance.

Oh Birmingham, have you done your vocal warmups yet?

Calling all Musical Theatre nerds, drama geeks, actors, actresses, theatre lovers, and more! Welcome to Broadway Rave, a Broadway Dance Party celebrating the best in show-tunes and musical theatre. Come sing along to all of your favorite broadway hits while dressed up as your favorite character. We’ll have surprise guests from some of your favorite Broadway stars! Live out your Broadway fantasies at Broadway Rave — the most POPULAR Broadway Dance party around.

Don’t be Wicked, meet us on the dance floor at Saturn on 4 April 2026!

As part of Create Birmingham’s Business of Creating Workshop Series, AEIVA is excited to offer a free professional headshot session for local artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs, led by Birmingham-based photographer Ambre Amari.  Participants will receive a professionally photographed headshot, guidance on posing and presentation, and a high-quality image suitable for digital and print media. This opportunity is free and open to the public, with limited slots available. Advance registration is required.

Our third co-production with UAB Department of Theatre! RMT DEBUT! We are proud to bring this critically acclaimed and Tony Award-winning 2015 musical to RMT for the first time. All his life, Evan Hansen has felt invisible. When a tragic event shocks the community, Evan's choices -- and lies -- leave him at the center of the turmoil. As Evan works through his adolescent confusion, grief, and the pressures of the online world, it becomes the story of the universal need to find acceptance.

Create a beautiful spring container garden to take home in this hands-on workshop with Gardens’ Horticulturist Terry Phillips. You will learn about standout plants for spring containers and simple care tips, then design your own planter using the classic “filler, thriller, spiller” approach. Please bring your garden gloves! $35 supply fee included.

Our third co-production with UAB Department of Theatre! RMT DEBUT! We are proud to bring this critically acclaimed and Tony Award-winning 2015 musical to RMT for the first time. All his life, Evan Hansen has felt invisible. When a tragic event shocks the community, Evan's choices -- and lies -- leave him at the center of the turmoil. As Evan works through his adolescent confusion, grief, and the pressures of the online world, it becomes the story of the universal need to find acceptance.

An indie dance party for the ones who still romanticize a scratched iPod, American Spirits, and a blurry night soundtracked by bloghouse and post-punk revival. All Your Friends is at Saturn on April 10, 2026, bringing the sweat, synths, and nostalgia of the early 2010’s house party.

This is your basement-floor flashback to tight jeans, smudged eyeliner, and nights that felt like a house show turned afterparty. Expect a high-energy dance floor fueled by indie sleaze classics and remixes you forgot you loved, from LCD Soundsystem and The Rapture to Foals, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, TV on the Radio, MGMT, Crystal Castles, and more. No frills, just bodies in motion.

Whether you never left the Lower East Side or just miss the chaos of that era, All Your Friends is a night dedicated to bad decisions, blown speakers, and the soundtrack of your favorite forgotten memories. Come ready for the sweat, the noise, and the party your Tumblr warned you about at Saturn.

The biggest block party in downtown Birmingham starts at the starting line. Red Shoe Run: Rockin’ 5K is a high-energy morning filled with music, movement, and meaning — all to help families stay close during their child’s medical journey.

Every registration provides nights of rest, warm meals, and comfort for families staying at Ronald McDonald House Alabama. Whether you’re running the 5K, walking the 1 Mile Fun Run, or joining as a Snoozer from home, your steps create a lasting impact.

After you cross the finish line, the celebration continues with a DJ, awards, and a community that knows how to have fun for a cause. Together, we’re making Family Stays possible.

Beloved Community Church UCC in Avondale offers a 5-session program, Navigating Passages: Navigating transitions with wisdom, care, and community, on 5 Saturdays from March-June. Each moderator-led panel of experts session will be followed by Q&A with the audience. This Zoom link should work for all sessions.

The second session in the series, DEMENTIA 101, will be on Saturday, 11 April 2026, from 10am-noon, at Beloved Community Church, 131 41st Street South, 35222, on site and on Zoom. Refreshments provided on site. Doors will open at 9:45 am.

DEMENTIA 101 will provide current information about dementia: diagnosis, prognosis, prevention, care, and resources for patients with dementia and their families as well as those concerned about future care for themselves and their loved ones.

Beloved is thankful for the time and expertise of panelists for DEMENTIA 101: Shruti Agnihotri, M.D., UAB neurologist and Renee Brown Harmon, M.D.

The sessions are free and open to the public. Registration is not necessary but come early to ensure a seat.

Contact Beloved for more information.

Experience the vibrant sights, irresistible flavors, and rich traditions of Italy in the heart of Birmingham at the third annual Festa Italiana, hosted by the Italian American Heritage Society. Join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 12 to 9 p.m. at the historic Sloss Furnaces (20 32nd St. N., Birmingham, AL 35222) for a full day celebrating Italian culture, community, and heritage. After two successful, sold-out years, Festa Italiana returns bigger and more flavorful than ever—inviting guests of all ages to eat, sip, and stroll their way through an unforgettable Italian experience right here in Birmingham.

Festa Italiana aims to immerse attendees in all aspects of Italian life, from traditions and cuisine to language, music, and history. Whether Italian by blood or simply Italian at heart, all are welcome. Guests can enjoy live music, traditional dancing, cooking demonstrations, grape stomping, bocce ball, the Sugo Showdown, an Italian auto display, roving cannoli makers, immersive cultural experiences, and a lively evening procession honoring Italy’s patron saints.

Competitions are free and open for advance registration online. The Lakeshore Foundation Bocce Ball Tournament will feature a 32-person, single-elimination bracket with trophies and prizes awarded to winners, followed by open play. The crowd-favorite “Spina Stomp” Grape Stomping Competition returns with high-energy, timed heats as teams compete to extract the most juice using only their bare feet. The Sugo Showdown will once again crown the city’s finest sauce, with judging beginning at 11:15 a.m. and winners announced at 2:15 p.m. on the main stage. A new People’s Choice Sugo will allow attendees to join in the fun.

The Bruno Rumore Foundation Food Village will fill the air with the aromas of sausage-and-pepper sandwiches, fried dough, pizza, savory Italian dishes, cannoli, and gelato. Authentic vendors including Molay Brothers, Tre Luna, Graffeo Brothers Italian Sausage, Villaggio Colafrancesco, Slice Pizza & Brew, Joe’s Italian, Da Big Italian, Uncle G’s Pizza, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Arnone’s Italian Sausage, Pazzo Big Slice Pizza, and Feast Catering & Culinary Kitchen will deliver a true taste of Italy. Cooking demonstrations and the Sugo Cook-Off will take place under the big tent at the Galbani Cooking Stage.

In the Festa Italiana Villaggio Culturale, guests can explore a charming replica of an Italian village featuring a fountain, church, bakery, museum, and twinkling lights. Resources on ancestry research and dual citizenship will be available, along with the Spina “Vineria” wine bar and the Italian American Heritage Society booth. The Festa Mercato Marketplace will offer Italian cookies, olive oils, fashion, jewelry, art, home décor, and specialty gifts.

La Musica d’Italia, presented by Coca-Cola, will showcase Italian favorites and traditional dances on the main stage. Performances will include the Montevallo Jazz Band, The Suteras, Crooner Matt Scalici, headliner Joe Scalissi’s “Dean Martin Happy Hour” tribute, and the Very Ranelli Dance Band. As the evening concludes, festivalgoers will gather to dance the traditional Che La Luna.

Families can visit the Festa Villaggio dei Bambini, featuring games, bouncy houses, and hands-on activities designed especially for children. Scholarship winners will be recognized on the main stage, and one lucky attendee will have the opportunity to win an eight- or nine-night trip for two to Italy, valued at $13,800, through a donation raffle. Raffle tickets are $50 and may be purchased online or at the Italian American Heritage Society booth inside the Cultural Village.

Advanced general admission tickets are $10 and may be purchased at www.festaitalianabham.com. Day-of-event tickets are $15. Children 10 and under receive free admission. General admission includes entry only and does not include food or beverages. Attendees are encouraged to purchase tickets and register for competitions in advance.