Council District Seven

East Brownville, Garden Highlands, Germania Park, Grasselli Heights, Green Acres, Hillman, Hillman Park, Industrial Center, Jones Valley, Oxmoor Valley, Powderly, Riley Travellick, Roosevelt City, Tarpley City, West Brownville, West Goldwire

District Seven Councilor

Councilor Wardine T. Alexander

Birmingham City Councilor Wardine Towers Alexander is Chair of the Administration & Governmental Affairs Committee and a member of the Budget and Finance and Workforce Development Committees.

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Biography

She is a Birmingham native and proud product of the Birmingham City Schools, where she graduated from Wenonah High School. She attended the University of Alabama and has a B. S. Degree in Medical Technology from the University of Alabama in Birmingham. She has a son Gregory, a granddaughter MaKenzie, and is a member of Trinity Baptist Church.

A board-certified Medical Technologist, with a specialty in blood banking, Councilor Alexander retired after a long career in clinical laboratory medicine. She is a past president of the Alabama State Association of Blood Banks and volunteers and serves the community through her affiliation with the National Pan-Hellenic Council and her membership in Omicron Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and the Tri-County (AL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated.

Councilor Alexander represented District 7 on the Board of Education for Birmingham City Schools from 2013-2017, serving two terms as Board President. She strongly believes in public education and that all students should be college or career ready upon graduation. During her tenure on the Board of Education, the Birmingham City Schools received Advanced full accreditation for all district schools, increased the number of Pre-K classrooms, and offered Dual Enrollment for all eligible students.   Her community service has included Vice President on the One Roof Board of Directors, Trustee of the Birmingham Public Library and board membership on the Trinity Baptist Church Community Development Center, Incorporated.

She was appointed to the Birmingham City Council on October 30, 2018 to represent District 7. Her top priorities for the district centers around sustainable programs that will improve public safety, economic opportunity, and the ultimate enhancement of the quality of life for all residents along with effective workforce development and community revitalization programs.  She believes that with improved collaboration among the residents, major community/business stakeholders, the Council, and the Mayor, effective change can be brought to District 7 and the City.

LEARN MORE ABOUT COUNCILOR WARDINE ALEXANDER’S INVOLVEMENT WITH NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES.

District Contact Info

For District Information

Contact Councilor Alexander's Office

Call (205) 254-2498E-Mail Us

For Scheduling

Contact Izola Hall

Call (205) 254-2498E-Mail to Schedule

For District Schools

WALTER WILSON, BOARD MEMBER, DISTRICT 7

SCHOOLS:

Arrington Elementary

Oxmoor Valley Elementary

West End Academy

Green Acres Middle

Jones Valley Middle

Wenonah High

Website

Committee Links

District Related Events

Current Month

Birmingham 365 Events


Mother’s Day Plant and Seed Swap

05-11-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Sun, May 11 @ 3:00 pm

(All Ages) Please bring any plants or seeds the day of the event, we will not be storing items. Bring as much as you’d like and take as much as you’d like! If you need help getting them from your car we can help with a cart. Celebrate the...

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(All Ages) Please bring any plants or seeds the day of the event, we will not be storing items. Bring as much as you’d like and take as much as you’d like! If you need help getting them from your car we can help with a cart. Celebrate the mothers in your life! Grab a plant for mom, make a card at our card station, or create a paper bouquet with our supplies! We'll have coffee and hot cocoa and some sweet treats to enjoy as well!

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Tags:   Family + Camps For Teens Great for Families LibrariesElementary

Shirley Caesar|Mississippi Mass Choir

05-11-2025

Presented by Sardis Baptist Church at Sardis Baptist Church, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates: Sun, May 11 @ 4:00 pm

Shirley Caesar|Mississippi Mass Choir

Shirley Caesar|Mississippi Mass Choir

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Tags:  Music

Story-A-Go-Go!

05-15-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, May 12 @ 10:00 am Thu, May 15 @ 10:00 am

(Preschool) Join us for a fun storytime perfect for toddlers who want to get all their energy out first thing in the morning!

(Preschool) Join us for a fun storytime perfect for toddlers who want to get all their energy out first thing in the morning!

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Tags:   Libraries Pre-KFamily + Camps

Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally

05-19-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, May 12 @ 2:00 pm Mon, May 19 @ 2:00 pm

Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat.  All levels of fitness are welcome.  Register...

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Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat.  All levels of fitness are welcome.  Register online.

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Tags:   Health + Wellness LibrariesGet Healthy

FREE Adult English Classes (open to adults 18 and older)

05-13-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Tue, May 13 @ 6:00 pm

Check the schedule for class location for each class. To register, contact Stephanie at The Literacy Council slyas@literacy-council.org

Clase de ingles gratis para adultos (abierto a adultos de 18 y mayores)

los martes, de 6:00-20:00, 6 & 13,...

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Check the schedule for class location for each class. To register, contact Stephanie at The Literacy Council slyas@literacy-council.org

Clase de ingles gratis para adultos (abierto a adultos de 18 y mayores)

los martes, de 6:00-20:00, 6 & 13, de mayo de 2025

Para registrarse, póngase en contacto con Stephanie en The Literacy Council   slyas@literacy-council.org

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Tags:   LibrariesClasses + Workshop

Charcuterie Board Class

05-13-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Tue, May 13 @ 6:00 pm

Grab your friends and join us for a “make your own” charcuterie workshop with Joy Smith from Cafe Sorelle. Learn how to create a stunning board with artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and accompaniments. The cost for the...

[more+]

Grab your friends and join us for a “make your own” charcuterie workshop with Joy Smith from Cafe Sorelle. Learn how to create a stunning board with artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and accompaniments. The cost for the workshop is $20 and includes all materials and guidance by the instructor. The class size is limited to 30 participants. Register and pay online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

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Tags:   LibrariesClasses + Workshop

Niki Sepsas Presents - The Picture Postcard Islands of Kauai and Maui

05-13-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Tue, May 13 @ 6:00 pm

Grab your friends and join us for a “make your own” charcuterie workshop with Joy Smith from Cafe Sorelle. Learn how to create a stunning board with artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and accompaniments. The cost for the...

[more+]

Grab your friends and join us for a “make your own” charcuterie workshop with Joy Smith from Cafe Sorelle. Learn how to create a stunning board with artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and accompaniments. The cost for the workshop is $20 and includes all materials and guidance by the instructor. The class size is limited to 30 participants. Register and pay online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

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Tags:   LibrariesClasses + Workshop

Oxmoor Page Turners – The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisachi Kashiwai

05-13-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Tue, May 13 @ 6:30 pm

Join us as we discuss Hisachi Kashiwai’s The Kamogawa Food Detectives. Down a quiet backstreet in Kyoto exists a very special restaurant. Run by Koishi Kamogawa and her father Nagare, the Kamogawa Diner serves up deliciously extravagant...

[more+]

Join us as we discuss Hisachi Kashiwai’s The Kamogawa Food Detectives. Down a quiet backstreet in Kyoto exists a very special restaurant. Run by Koishi Kamogawa and her father Nagare, the Kamogawa Diner serves up deliciously extravagant meals. But that's not the main reason customers stop by . . .The father-daughter duo are 'food detectives'. Through ingenious investigations, they are able to recreate dishes from a person’s treasured memories – dishes that may well hold the keys to their forgotten past and future happiness. The restaurant of lost recipes provides a link to vanished moments, creating a present full of possibility. Place the book on hold at hpl.pub/catalog.

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Tags:   Libraries LiteratureBooks + Film

Mother’s Day Plant and Seed Swap

05-11-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Sun, May 11 @ 3:00 pm

(All Ages) Please bring any plants or seeds the day of the event, we will not be storing items. Bring as much as you’d like and take as much as you’d like! If you need help getting them from your car we can help with a cart. Celebrate the...

[more+]

(All Ages) Please bring any plants or seeds the day of the event, we will not be storing items. Bring as much as you’d like and take as much as you’d like! If you need help getting them from your car we can help with a cart. Celebrate the mothers in your life! Grab a plant for mom, make a card at our card station, or create a paper bouquet with our supplies! We'll have coffee and hot cocoa and some sweet treats to enjoy as well!

[less-]
Tags:   Family + Camps For Teens Great for Families LibrariesElementary

Shirley Caesar|Mississippi Mass Choir

05-11-2025

Presented by Sardis Baptist Church at Sardis Baptist Church, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates: Sun, May 11 @ 4:00 pm

Shirley Caesar|Mississippi Mass Choir

Shirley Caesar|Mississippi Mass Choir

[less-]
Tags:  Music

Story-A-Go-Go!

05-15-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, May 12 @ 10:00 am Thu, May 15 @ 10:00 am

(Preschool) Join us for a fun storytime perfect for toddlers who want to get all their energy out first thing in the morning!

(Preschool) Join us for a fun storytime perfect for toddlers who want to get all their energy out first thing in the morning!

[less-]
Tags:   Libraries Pre-KFamily + Camps

Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally

05-19-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, May 12 @ 2:00 pm Mon, May 19 @ 2:00 pm

Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat.  All levels of fitness are welcome.  Register...

[more+]

Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat.  All levels of fitness are welcome.  Register online.

[less-]
Tags:   Health + Wellness LibrariesGet Healthy

FREE Adult English Classes (open to adults 18 and older)

05-13-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Tue, May 13 @ 6:00 pm

Check the schedule for class location for each class. To register, contact Stephanie at The Literacy Council slyas@literacy-council.org

Clase de ingles gratis para adultos (abierto a adultos de 18 y mayores)

los martes, de 6:00-20:00, 6 & 13,...

[more+]

Check the schedule for class location for each class. To register, contact Stephanie at The Literacy Council slyas@literacy-council.org

Clase de ingles gratis para adultos (abierto a adultos de 18 y mayores)

los martes, de 6:00-20:00, 6 & 13, de mayo de 2025

Para registrarse, póngase en contacto con Stephanie en The Literacy Council   slyas@literacy-council.org

[less-]
Tags:   LibrariesClasses + Workshop

Charcuterie Board Class

05-13-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Tue, May 13 @ 6:00 pm

Grab your friends and join us for a “make your own” charcuterie workshop with Joy Smith from Cafe Sorelle. Learn how to create a stunning board with artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and accompaniments. The cost for the...

[more+]

Grab your friends and join us for a “make your own” charcuterie workshop with Joy Smith from Cafe Sorelle. Learn how to create a stunning board with artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and accompaniments. The cost for the workshop is $20 and includes all materials and guidance by the instructor. The class size is limited to 30 participants. Register and pay online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

[less-]
Tags:   LibrariesClasses + Workshop

Niki Sepsas Presents - The Picture Postcard Islands of Kauai and Maui

05-13-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Tue, May 13 @ 6:00 pm

Grab your friends and join us for a “make your own” charcuterie workshop with Joy Smith from Cafe Sorelle. Learn how to create a stunning board with artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and accompaniments. The cost for the...

[more+]

Grab your friends and join us for a “make your own” charcuterie workshop with Joy Smith from Cafe Sorelle. Learn how to create a stunning board with artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts, and accompaniments. The cost for the workshop is $20 and includes all materials and guidance by the instructor. The class size is limited to 30 participants. Register and pay online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

[less-]
Tags:   LibrariesClasses + Workshop

Oxmoor Page Turners – The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisachi Kashiwai

05-13-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Tue, May 13 @ 6:30 pm

Join us as we discuss Hisachi Kashiwai’s The Kamogawa Food Detectives. Down a quiet backstreet in Kyoto exists a very special restaurant. Run by Koishi Kamogawa and her father Nagare, the Kamogawa Diner serves up deliciously extravagant...

[more+]

Join us as we discuss Hisachi Kashiwai’s The Kamogawa Food Detectives. Down a quiet backstreet in Kyoto exists a very special restaurant. Run by Koishi Kamogawa and her father Nagare, the Kamogawa Diner serves up deliciously extravagant meals. But that's not the main reason customers stop by . . .The father-daughter duo are 'food detectives'. Through ingenious investigations, they are able to recreate dishes from a person’s treasured memories – dishes that may well hold the keys to their forgotten past and future happiness. The restaurant of lost recipes provides a link to vanished moments, creating a present full of possibility. Place the book on hold at hpl.pub/catalog.

[less-]
Tags:   Libraries LiteratureBooks + Film