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Council District three
Crestwood South, East Avondale, Five Points South, Forest Park/South Avondale, Glen Iris, Highland Park, Redmont Park
District Three Councilor
Valerie A. Abbott
Birmingham City Councilor Valerie A. Abbott is Chair of the Planning and Zoning Committee, and a member of the Budget and Finance and Community Development Committees.
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With the future of the City of Birmingham at the forefront, Councilor Abbott has been a champion of The Comprehensive Plan. The plan will set out a 20-year policy and strategic framework for the City of Birmingham.
Her seemingly endless schedule of neighborhood meetings and community events is her way of learning about the needs and concerns of citizens throughout Birmingham and ensures that she is knowledgeable when issues affecting various neighborhoods come before the City Council.
Councilor Abbott serves on the boards of the Birmingham Planning Commission, Birmingham Tree Commission, Birmingham Historical Society, the Metropolitan Planning Organization, and has served as Chairman of the Board of the Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham.
She has collaborated with her fellow councilors and city staff to revise ordinances regulating noise, smoking, and fences. An avid gardener and nature enthusiast, her pursuit of neighborhood health and revitalization has resulted in two community gardens, including a national award-winning project in East Avondale. She is a proponent of all things green, including Birmingham’s recycling program, which is experiencing a rebirth.
Her credentials include a Bachelor’s Degree from the School of Architecture and Fine Arts at Auburn University and a Masters Degree in Public and Private Management from Birmingham Southern College. As an employee of AT&T Services, Inc. for the past 44 years, Councilor Abbott has deep roots in the community’s business sector as well as within its neighborhoods. The recipient of numerous volunteer awards from groups ranging from the Civitan Club to the Birmingham Tree Commission, Councilor Abbott was named Birmingham’s “Unsung Hero” in 1993.
District Contact Info
For District Schools
MARY BOEHM, BOARD MEMBER, DISTRICT 3
SCHOOLS:
Avondale Elementary
Glen Iris Elementary
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Annie
01-14-2025
01-19-2025
Presented by The American Theatre Guild at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) Concert Hall, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sun, Jan 19 @ 1:00 pm
Sun, Jan 19 @ 6:30 pm
Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is...
[more+]Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production – just as you remember it and just when we need it most.
ANNIE, directed by Jenn Thompson, features the iconic book and score, written by Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. This celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way.
[less-]Tags: Broadway, Family + Camps, Great for Families, Music, Theatre, Art + Stage
Birmingham Squadron vs Wisconsin Herd
01-19-2025
01-19-2025
Presented by BJCC at Legacy Arena at the BJCC, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sun, Jan 19 @ 3:00 pm
Birmingham Squadron vs Wisconsin Herd
Birmingham Squadron vs Wisconsin Herd
[less-]Tags: Sports + Rec
The Deslondes
01-19-2025
01-19-2025
Presented by Avondale Brewing Company at Avondale Brewing Company, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sun, Jan 19 @ 7:00 pm
The Deslondes
The Deslondes
[less-]Tags: Music
Drag Night at The Nick Benefitting the Yellowhammer Fund
01-19-2025
01-19-2025
Presented by The Nick at The Nick, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sun, Jan 19 @ 9:00 pm
Drag Night at The Nick Benefitting the Yellowhammer Fund
Drag Night at The Nick Benefitting the Yellowhammer Fund
[less-]Tags: Civic, Fundraisers + Galas, lgbtq+, Special Events, Visual Arts, Art + Stage
Space One Eleven's City Center Art After School Classes, Grades 2-12
01-11-2025
05-12-2025
Presented by Space One Eleven at Space One Eleven, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jan 20 @ 12:00 am
Tue, Jan 21 @ 12:00 am
Wed, Jan 22 @ 12:00 am
Sat, Jan 25 @ 12:00 am Mon, Jan 27 @ 12:00 am Tue, Jan 28 @ 12:00 am Wed, Jan 29 @ 12:00 am Sat, Feb 01 @ 12:00 am Mon, Feb 03 @ 12:00 am Tue, Feb 04 @ 12:00 am Wed, Feb 05 @ 12:00 am Sat, Feb 08 @ 12:00 am Mon, Feb 10 @ 12:00 am Tue, Feb 11 @ 12:00 am Wed, Feb 12 @ 12:00 am Sat, Feb 15 @ 12:00 am Mon, Feb 17 @ 12:00 am Tue, Feb 18 @ 12:00 am Wed, Feb 19 @ 12:00 am Sat, Feb 22 @ 12:00 am Mon, Feb 24 @ 12:00 am Tue, Feb 25 @ 12:00 am Wed, Feb 26 @ 12:00 am Sat, Mar 01 @ 12:00 am Mon, Mar 03 @ 12:00 am Tue, Mar 04 @ 12:00 am Wed, Mar 05 @ 12:00 am Sat, Mar 08 @ 12:00 am Mon, Mar 10 @ 12:00 am Tue, Mar 11 @ 12:00 am Wed, Mar 12 @ 12:00 am Sat, Mar 15 @ 12:00 am Mon, Mar 17 @ 12:00 am Tue, Mar 18 @ 12:00 am Wed, Mar 19 @ 12:00 am Sat, Mar 22 @ 12:00 am Mon, Mar 24 @ 12:00 am Tue, Mar 25 @ 12:00 am Wed, Mar 26 @ 12:00 am Sat, Mar 29 @ 12:00 am Mon, Mar 31 @ 12:00 am Tue, Apr 01 @ 12:00 am Wed, Apr 02 @ 12:00 am Sat, Apr 05 @ 12:00 am Mon, Apr 07 @ 12:00 am Tue, Apr 08 @ 12:00 am Wed, Apr 09 @ 12:00 am Sat, Apr 12 @ 12:00 am Mon, Apr 14 @ 12:00 am Tue, Apr 15 @ 12:00 am Wed, Apr 16 @ 12:00 am Sat, Apr 19 @ 12:00 am Mon, Apr 21 @ 12:00 am Tue, Apr 22 @ 12:00 am Wed, Apr 23 @ 12:00 am Sat, Apr 26 @ 12:00 am Mon, Apr 28 @ 12:00 am Tue, Apr 29 @ 12:00 am Wed, Apr 30 @ 12:00 am Sat, May 03 @ 12:00 am Mon, May 05 @ 12:00 am Tue, May 06 @ 12:00 am Wed, May 07 @ 12:00 am Sat, May 10 @ 12:00 am Mon, May 12 @ 12:00 am - less dates and times
City Center Art is Space One Eleven’s afterschool studio art program for students of all skill levels and is designed to build visual communication skills and foster creative thinking. Through individually conceived projects and...
[more+]City Center Art is Space One Eleven’s afterschool studio art program for students of all skill levels and is designed to build visual communication skills and foster creative thinking. Through individually conceived projects and collaborations, young artists learn the elements of art and principles of design, strengthen foundation skills, and further their understanding of art criticism, art theory, and art history.
Grades 2-3: Tuesday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grades 4-5: Monday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grades 6-8: Wednesday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grades 9-12: Saturday, 10:00am - 1:00pm
[less-]Tags: Classes + Workshop, Design, Elementary, Family + Camps, For Teens, Great for Families, Pre-Teens, Visual Arts, Art + Stage
AEC MLK Day of Service Litter Pickup
01-20-2025
01-20-2025
Presented by Alabama Environmental Council at Trinity Baptist Church, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jan 20 @ 8:30 am
What are y’all doing for MLK Day of service? Join us for a litter pickup in the Bush Hills neighborhood! Help us keep our city clean! Website link: aeconline.org/event/aec-mlk-day-litter-pickup | Facebook event link: AEC MLK Day of Service...
[more+]What are y’all doing for MLK Day of service? Join us for a litter pickup in the Bush Hills neighborhood! Help us keep our city clean! Website link: aeconline.org/event/aec-mlk-day-litter-pickup | Facebook event link: AEC MLK Day of Service Litter Pickup
We’ll be meeting at 8:30 a.m. for a brief safety talk and get everyone the supplies they need. We have trash grabbers, extra gloves, safety vests, and trash bags for everyone. If you have your own gloves, feel free to bring them and a bottle of water. We suggest bringing a small backpack to carry any needed personal supplies while you’re walking.
Meeting at 8:30. Pickup will begin by 9 a.m. and finish up around 12 p.m.!
Meeting location: Trinity Baptist Church, 900 Graymont Ave. W., Birmingham
Email us to sign up or show up by 8:30 a.m. to sign in! >> alenvcouncil@gmail.com
[less-]Tags: Outdoor Recreation, Special Events, Sports + Rec, Health + Wellness
Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally
01-06-2025
01-27-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jan 20 @ 2:00 pm
Mon, Jan 27 @ 2:00 pm
Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Public Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness...
[more+]Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Public Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness welcome. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Libraries, Health + Wellness
Clay Class "Intro to Clay" with Larry Gibson, January & February, 2025
01-06-2025
01-27-2025
Presented by Forstall Art Center at Forstall Art Center, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jan 20 @ 5:30 pm
Mon, Jan 27 @ 5:30 pm
Learn the basics of clay with Larry Gibson in this Introduction to Clay Class. Students will learn how to hand build as well as use the wheel. Learn different techniques such as usings coils, slab building, wheel throwing and more. Students will...
[more+]Learn the basics of clay with Larry Gibson in this Introduction to Clay Class. Students will learn how to hand build as well as use the wheel. Learn different techniques such as usings coils, slab building, wheel throwing and more. Students will complete at least 2 projects every session! Small class size accommodates both beginning and intermediate students and allows each person to work at their own pace under the teacher's guidance. Larry Gibson is a veteran teacher with the Vestavia Hills School System, where he was awarded teacher of the year award. He has taught community clay classes for 15 years, is a two-time recipient of the Alabama Art Education Association "Art Teacher of the Year" award and has trained over 30 student interns over his teaching career. Larry?s students have earned numerous awards and have gone into a multitude of art careers, including- fashion design, graphic design, printmaking, ceramics, photography, and art education!
[less-]Tags: Visual Arts, Classes + Workshop
Annie
01-14-2025
01-19-2025
Presented by The American Theatre Guild at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) Concert Hall, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sun, Jan 19 @ 1:00 pm
Sun, Jan 19 @ 6:30 pm
Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is...
[more+]Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production – just as you remember it and just when we need it most.
ANNIE, directed by Jenn Thompson, features the iconic book and score, written by Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. This celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way.
[less-]Tags: Broadway, Family + Camps, Great for Families, Music, Theatre, Art + Stage
Birmingham Squadron vs Wisconsin Herd
01-19-2025
01-19-2025
Presented by BJCC at Legacy Arena at the BJCC, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sun, Jan 19 @ 3:00 pm
Birmingham Squadron vs Wisconsin Herd
Birmingham Squadron vs Wisconsin Herd
[less-]Tags: Sports + Rec
The Deslondes
01-19-2025
01-19-2025
Presented by Avondale Brewing Company at Avondale Brewing Company, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sun, Jan 19 @ 7:00 pm
The Deslondes
The Deslondes
[less-]Tags: Music
Drag Night at The Nick Benefitting the Yellowhammer Fund
01-19-2025
01-19-2025
Presented by The Nick at The Nick, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sun, Jan 19 @ 9:00 pm
Drag Night at The Nick Benefitting the Yellowhammer Fund
Drag Night at The Nick Benefitting the Yellowhammer Fund
[less-]Tags: Civic, Fundraisers + Galas, lgbtq+, Special Events, Visual Arts, Art + Stage
Space One Eleven's City Center Art After School Classes, Grades 2-12
01-11-2025
05-12-2025
Presented by Space One Eleven at Space One Eleven, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jan 20 @ 12:00 am
Tue, Jan 21 @ 12:00 am
Wed, Jan 22 @ 12:00 am
Sat, Jan 25 @ 12:00 am Mon, Jan 27 @ 12:00 am Tue, Jan 28 @ 12:00 am Wed, Jan 29 @ 12:00 am Sat, Feb 01 @ 12:00 am Mon, Feb 03 @ 12:00 am Tue, Feb 04 @ 12:00 am Wed, Feb 05 @ 12:00 am Sat, Feb 08 @ 12:00 am Mon, Feb 10 @ 12:00 am Tue, Feb 11 @ 12:00 am Wed, Feb 12 @ 12:00 am Sat, Feb 15 @ 12:00 am Mon, Feb 17 @ 12:00 am Tue, Feb 18 @ 12:00 am Wed, Feb 19 @ 12:00 am Sat, Feb 22 @ 12:00 am Mon, Feb 24 @ 12:00 am Tue, Feb 25 @ 12:00 am Wed, Feb 26 @ 12:00 am Sat, Mar 01 @ 12:00 am Mon, Mar 03 @ 12:00 am Tue, Mar 04 @ 12:00 am Wed, Mar 05 @ 12:00 am Sat, Mar 08 @ 12:00 am Mon, Mar 10 @ 12:00 am Tue, Mar 11 @ 12:00 am Wed, Mar 12 @ 12:00 am Sat, Mar 15 @ 12:00 am Mon, Mar 17 @ 12:00 am Tue, Mar 18 @ 12:00 am Wed, Mar 19 @ 12:00 am Sat, Mar 22 @ 12:00 am Mon, Mar 24 @ 12:00 am Tue, Mar 25 @ 12:00 am Wed, Mar 26 @ 12:00 am Sat, Mar 29 @ 12:00 am Mon, Mar 31 @ 12:00 am Tue, Apr 01 @ 12:00 am Wed, Apr 02 @ 12:00 am Sat, Apr 05 @ 12:00 am Mon, Apr 07 @ 12:00 am Tue, Apr 08 @ 12:00 am Wed, Apr 09 @ 12:00 am Sat, Apr 12 @ 12:00 am Mon, Apr 14 @ 12:00 am Tue, Apr 15 @ 12:00 am Wed, Apr 16 @ 12:00 am Sat, Apr 19 @ 12:00 am Mon, Apr 21 @ 12:00 am Tue, Apr 22 @ 12:00 am Wed, Apr 23 @ 12:00 am Sat, Apr 26 @ 12:00 am Mon, Apr 28 @ 12:00 am Tue, Apr 29 @ 12:00 am Wed, Apr 30 @ 12:00 am Sat, May 03 @ 12:00 am Mon, May 05 @ 12:00 am Tue, May 06 @ 12:00 am Wed, May 07 @ 12:00 am Sat, May 10 @ 12:00 am Mon, May 12 @ 12:00 am - less dates and times
City Center Art is Space One Eleven’s afterschool studio art program for students of all skill levels and is designed to build visual communication skills and foster creative thinking. Through individually conceived projects and...
[more+]City Center Art is Space One Eleven’s afterschool studio art program for students of all skill levels and is designed to build visual communication skills and foster creative thinking. Through individually conceived projects and collaborations, young artists learn the elements of art and principles of design, strengthen foundation skills, and further their understanding of art criticism, art theory, and art history.
Grades 2-3: Tuesday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grades 4-5: Monday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grades 6-8: Wednesday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Grades 9-12: Saturday, 10:00am - 1:00pm
[less-]Tags: Classes + Workshop, Design, Elementary, Family + Camps, For Teens, Great for Families, Pre-Teens, Visual Arts, Art + Stage
AEC MLK Day of Service Litter Pickup
01-20-2025
01-20-2025
Presented by Alabama Environmental Council at Trinity Baptist Church, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jan 20 @ 8:30 am
What are y’all doing for MLK Day of service? Join us for a litter pickup in the Bush Hills neighborhood! Help us keep our city clean! Website link: aeconline.org/event/aec-mlk-day-litter-pickup | Facebook event link: AEC MLK Day of Service...
[more+]What are y’all doing for MLK Day of service? Join us for a litter pickup in the Bush Hills neighborhood! Help us keep our city clean! Website link: aeconline.org/event/aec-mlk-day-litter-pickup | Facebook event link: AEC MLK Day of Service Litter Pickup
We’ll be meeting at 8:30 a.m. for a brief safety talk and get everyone the supplies they need. We have trash grabbers, extra gloves, safety vests, and trash bags for everyone. If you have your own gloves, feel free to bring them and a bottle of water. We suggest bringing a small backpack to carry any needed personal supplies while you’re walking.
Meeting at 8:30. Pickup will begin by 9 a.m. and finish up around 12 p.m.!
Meeting location: Trinity Baptist Church, 900 Graymont Ave. W., Birmingham
Email us to sign up or show up by 8:30 a.m. to sign in! >> alenvcouncil@gmail.com
[less-]Tags: Outdoor Recreation, Special Events, Sports + Rec, Health + Wellness
Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally
01-06-2025
01-27-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jan 20 @ 2:00 pm
Mon, Jan 27 @ 2:00 pm
Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Public Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness...
[more+]Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Public Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness welcome. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Libraries, Health + Wellness
Clay Class "Intro to Clay" with Larry Gibson, January & February, 2025
01-06-2025
01-27-2025
Presented by Forstall Art Center at Forstall Art Center, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Jan 20 @ 5:30 pm
Mon, Jan 27 @ 5:30 pm
Learn the basics of clay with Larry Gibson in this Introduction to Clay Class. Students will learn how to hand build as well as use the wheel. Learn different techniques such as usings coils, slab building, wheel throwing and more. Students will...
[more+]Learn the basics of clay with Larry Gibson in this Introduction to Clay Class. Students will learn how to hand build as well as use the wheel. Learn different techniques such as usings coils, slab building, wheel throwing and more. Students will complete at least 2 projects every session! Small class size accommodates both beginning and intermediate students and allows each person to work at their own pace under the teacher's guidance. Larry Gibson is a veteran teacher with the Vestavia Hills School System, where he was awarded teacher of the year award. He has taught community clay classes for 15 years, is a two-time recipient of the Alabama Art Education Association "Art Teacher of the Year" award and has trained over 30 student interns over his teaching career. Larry?s students have earned numerous awards and have gone into a multitude of art careers, including- fashion design, graphic design, printmaking, ceramics, photography, and art education!
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