The groundhog has spoken and it looks like another 6 weeks of winter. It’s hard to decide if we’ve actually had the first 6 weeks yet with as nice and warm as it’s been! We hope you’ve been able to get outside and enjoy some of your favorite parks! Valentine’s Day is getting...

When you become a parent Non Profits become a staple in your life. Whether it’s the McWane Science Center, the Birmingham Zoo or your favorite library, you most likely visit a non-profit on a regular basis. February 2nd is your opportunity to join thousands of Alabamians in being part of a history...

Valentine’s Day is  just around the corner and you can help brighten the day of a child that will be spending their Valentines in the hospital. Many of our local libraries participate every year, help spread the love! Avondale Library – February 1st – 9th Roses are red, violets are...

The circus might be rolling out of town but there is still plenty to keep you busy this week! Will the Groundhog see his shadow this week? Is spring just around the corner or will we have 6 more weeks of winter? Hard to tell which is which anyway these days! The McWane Science Center is gearing up for...

We know that words can hurt, and one full week in January has been set aside to study the effect of name calling and to learn how we can be better friends and teachers. No Name-Calling Week is an annual week of educational activities aimed at ending name-calling of all kinds and providing schools with...

Wow! We must have blinked because January appears to be at an end already! How did that happen? The Circus will be rolling into town this week, if you haven’t taken advantage of the Reading with Ringling program being offered by many of the local libraries you still have time, you can learn more...

Winter is here!! We will without a doubt be spending a lot of time at the library looking for a hideout from the cold weather. Find these books while you’re there and help get the little ones excited about wintertime! The Snow Day by Komako Sakai – A book about the snow that falls and falls...

No matter what stage of pregnancy, taking some time to rejuvenate with gentle stretching and breathing exercises will do your mind and body good. Join Brookwood Medical center and BirminghamMommy.com for a free prenatal yoga class and learn some key moves for reducing stress and easing tension throughout...

It doesn’t get too frigid here during the winter but we do good a few good cold snaps that will result in a few days of indoor play sure to set kids of all ages into a cabin fever induced frenzy. Need some ideas to keep them busy while keeping yourself sane? We’ve got a few. Fun with marshmallows: Marshmallows...

Hello Consignment Season!! Consignment sales around Birmingham will be heating up very soon, are you ready? We are! Whether you’re selling or buying there’s a little something for everyone. Make sure to check back often as we will update with any sales we learn about in the coming weeks....