Why should only kids get art shows? Local artists of any medium: Bring us your piece and we’ll show it at an after-hours reception on October 19th. Please make sure all pieces submitted are PG-13. That means no inflammatory content, nudity, or sexual content. 3-D art, fabric arts, paintings, and everything else is welcome! Check out our website for the application form homewoodpubliclibrary.org!

Artist in Residence Jan Hunter returns to direct our Season Opener, this time featuring the music of Kander and Ebb and Birmingham theatre royalty, Kristi Tingle Higginbotham. Relive the music of Chicago, New York New York, Cabaret, Kiss of the Spiderwoman and more, all in one night! “This is Kander and Ebb’s long overdue smash … an unexpected delight!” Frank Rich, New York Times

🎉 Help 2 Others (H2O) Foundation's 20th Anniversary Celebration & Golf Tournament!

Join us as we celebrate 20 years of making a difference in the Greater Birmingham area! The H2O Foundation is thrilled to kick off a year-long celebration with a special evening celebration on Sept. 10 at The Harbert Center (2019 4th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203) at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a cocktail hour followed by a special recognition of our amazing donors who have supported us over the years.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there! On Friday, Sept. 13, swing into action at our Annual Golf Tournament at the Robert Trent Jones (RTJ) Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley (100 Sunbelt Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35211). Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., with an 8:45 a.m. tee-off. This tournament is more than just a fun day on the greens—it’s a charitable event that helps provide financial and plumbing repair assistance to Birmingham Water Works customers in need.

Expect a day of camaraderie, community support, and exciting prizes for closest to the pin, longest drive, and overall winners!

💧 The H2O Foundation is committed to ensuring that access to essential water services remains a basic right for all, especially during times of financial difficulty. Every donation directly supports this mission, helping neighbors in need.

Sponsorship opportunities are available, and online registration is open until Sept. 2. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this special milestone event!

📅 Key Dates:

Sept. 10: Anniversary Celebration at The Harbert Center, 5:30 p.m.
Sept. 13: Annual Golf Tournament at RTJ Golf Trail, 7:30 a.m. registration, 8:45 a.m. tee-off

For more information, visit h2obham.org/events or call 205-778-1900.

Let’s celebrate two decades of making a difference—together! 🏌️‍♂️🎉

(4th-12th Grade) Young artists are welcome to join us and Kane Bourgeois for art classes. Learn some basics, some tips and tricks, and have fun doing it! All supplies provided, but you are more than welcome to bring any sketchbook or drawing supplies you may use, or a digital drawing interface. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

Join AEIVA, ASC, ArtPlay, and Arts in Medicine as we officially launch our 2024-25 programming with an unforgettable evening of art, music, and mouthwatering food trucks at the 2024 Arts Block Party! Start your night with an artist lecture by the renowned Odili Donald Odita at 5:00 PM in the Sirote Theatre. Then, explore the ArtPlay kids’ zone and get creative at the Arts in Medicine Wellness Zone. Don’t forget to check out the local vendors and savor the offerings from various food trucks. This year’s event will feature performances by four talented musicians and bands from across Alabama.

The festivities, located at ASC’s Engel Plaza and AEIVA, are free and open to the public. It’s a vibrant celebration of culture and arts for UAB and the city of Birmingham!

VOTING IS NOW OPEN FOR THE 2024 ARTS BLOCK PARTY MUSIC ARTISTS!

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Know Before You Go…

Bags larger than 5”x7”- MUST BE CLEAR
Small clutches and wallets are permitted
Food trucks and cash bars on-site

Taylor Hollingsworth will be having an art show opening on Thursday, August 29 at Rojo from 6-9pm.  Come see his colorful paintings and collages in the Side Room!  All pieces are priced to go 🙂 His show will be up until the end of September.

Birmingham's premiere long-form improv group comes back to Faraway!!

Holy Smoke Show, Treetop & The Gifted, Cayla and Dehwick at The Nick Friday the 13th!