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Council District five
Central City, Crestwood North, East Avondale, Eastlake, Eastwood, Five Points South, Forest Park/South Avondale, Fountain Heights, Gate City, North Avondale, Oak Ridge Park, Smithfield, Southside, South Eastlake, Wahouma
District Five Councilor
Darrell O'Quinn
Birmingham City Councilor Darrell O'Quinn is Chair of the Committee of the Whole and Transportation & Infrastructure Committees, and a member of the Administration & Governmental Affairs and Planning and Zoning Committees.
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Biography
Councilor O’Quinn is a former clinical veterinarian for UAB, president of the Birmingham Citizens Advisory Board, and currently presides over District 5 with the Birmingham City Council.
Councilor O’Quinn graduated from Denham Springs High School just east of Baton Rouge in 1990. He enrolled at Louisiana State University where he completed a bachelor’s degree in zoology in 1995 and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. He then came to UAB where he completed a Ph.D. in cellular and molecular pathology in 2005. He worked as a senior clinical veterinarian for the university’s animal resources programs since 2011.
Councilor O’Quinn has also been very active in civic organizations having served as vice-president or president of the Crestwood North Neighborhood Association since 2008, a member of the Implementation Committee for the Birmingham Comprehensive Plan since 2014, and president of the Citizens Advisory Board since 2015. He also serves on the boards of Greater Crestwood, Inc., Keep Birmingham Beautiful, and the Deep South Cancer Foundation and co-founded Heart to Table with Marco Morosini. He is a former board member of Redemptive Cycles and former executive director of Move I-20/59. He was a member of the 2015 class of Leadership Birmingham.
Councilor O’Quinn formerly published the Ultra-Local News and operated the Crestwood Produce Co-op from 2004 to 2005 and cofounded The 35212 newsletter. He is an avid cyclist and has lived in Crestwood North since 2001 with his wife, Kristina and two children.
As Councilor for District 5 on the City Council, Councilor O’Quinn is proud of the experience he’s gained while collaborating with community leaders on civic projects and he remains committed to accountability and transparency.
In 2023, Councilor O’Quinn was appointed to the National League of Cities Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee, as well as being elected to serve on the NLC’s Board of Directors.
District Contact Info
For District Schools
JAMES A. SULLIVAN, BOARD MEMBER, DISTRICT 5
SCHOOLS:
Barrett Elementary
Oliver Elementary
Robinson Elementary
Hayes K-8
Hudson K-8
Inglenook K-8
Phillips K-8
Parker High
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District Related Events
Current Month
Birmingham 365 Events
Closing Reception for Re-Ignition: New Paintings by Roscoe Hall
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by Birmingham Public Library at Birmingham Public Library - Central Branch, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
"Re-Ignition" is an exhibition of paintings by artist Roscoe Hall, in which the motif of the matchbook serves to narrate the progression of sustainability in land cultivation, particularly in the South. All exhibits in the Art for Everyone visual...
[more+]"Re-Ignition" is an exhibition of paintings by artist Roscoe Hall, in which the motif of the matchbook serves to narrate the progression of sustainability in land cultivation, particularly in the South. All exhibits in the Art for Everyone visual art series are made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
[less-]Tags: Visual Arts, Art + Stage
You Build It!
06-26-2024
08-30-2024
Presented by McWane Science Center at McWane Science Center, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
Sun, Jul 28 @ 12:00 am
Mon, Jul 29 @ 12:00 am
Thu, Aug 01 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 02 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 03 @ 12:00 am Sun, Aug 04 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 05 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 08 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 09 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 10 @ 12:00 am Sun, Aug 11 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 12 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 15 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 16 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 17 @ 12:00 am Sun, Aug 18 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 19 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 22 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 23 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 24 @ 12:00 am Sun, Aug 25 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 26 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 29 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 30 @ 12:00 am - less dates and times
You Build It! McWane Science Center’s 2024 summer experience is back! This exciting exhibit is an original exhibit created by McWane Science Center. Located on the 3rd floor, this immersive exhibit experience will spark imagination, creativity,...
[more+]You Build It! McWane Science Center’s 2024 summer experience is back! This exciting exhibit is an original exhibit created by McWane Science Center. Located on the 3rd floor, this immersive exhibit experience will spark imagination, creativity, innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving. Themed like a construction Zone, You Build It! will be designed to spark imagination, creativity, innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving. Key exhibit features will include: Workshops Build Tables Design Challenges Free-build Areas And So Much More!
[less-]Tags: Museums + Attractions, Family + Camps
"Comedian," an exhibition of artwork by Winfred Hawkins
07-24-2024
08-30-2024
Presented by Birmingham Public Library at Birmingham Public Library - Central Branch, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
Mon, Jul 29 @ 12:00 am
Tue, Jul 30 @ 12:00 am
Wed, Jul 31 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 01 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 02 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 03 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 05 @ 12:00 am Tue, Aug 06 @ 12:00 am Wed, Aug 07 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 08 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 09 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 10 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 12 @ 12:00 am Tue, Aug 13 @ 12:00 am Wed, Aug 14 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 15 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 16 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 17 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 19 @ 12:00 am Tue, Aug 20 @ 12:00 am Wed, Aug 21 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 22 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 23 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 24 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 26 @ 12:00 am Tue, Aug 27 @ 12:00 am Wed, Aug 28 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 29 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 30 @ 12:00 am - less dates and times
This exhibition features works by award-winning artist Winfred Hawkins. Hawkins creates original characters and incorporates them into his own unique mythology and artistic style. A reception for the artist will take place in the Fourth Floor...
[more+]This exhibition features works by award-winning artist Winfred Hawkins. Hawkins creates original characters and incorporates them into his own unique mythology and artistic style. A reception for the artist will take place in the Fourth Floor Gallery on Saturday, July 6, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
[less-]Tags: Visual Arts, Art + Stage
Block Printing on Fabric Demo
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by Forstall Art Center at Forstall Art Center, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
Learn how to block print on fabric with Stacey Kelley! Students will learn about block printing techniques and supplies, and block print a pencil pouch to take home with them.
Learn how to block print on fabric with Stacey Kelley! Students will learn about block printing techniques and supplies, and block print a pencil pouch to take home with them.
[less-]Tags: Classes + Workshop, Art + Stage
City Walkers Walking Club
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by CityWalk Bham at City Walk Birmingham, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 10:00 am
Join us for the City Walkers Walking Club, an easy and fun way to get fit and experience City Walk BHAM! Daily walks that begin at one end of City Walk BHAM and return. (Loop that equals 2.4 miles) Led by a City Walk BHAM staff member Location...
[more+]Join us for the City Walkers Walking Club, an easy and fun way to get fit and experience City Walk BHAM! Daily walks that begin at one end of City Walk BHAM and return. (Loop that equals 2.4 miles) Led by a City Walk BHAM staff member Location Start: BLUE Block (15th Street North & 9th Avenue North) Parking: Street Parking or Gravel lot adjacent to the Blue Block with entrance on 16th Street North Open to all ages; Minors under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian
[less-]Tags: Sports + Rec
Ceramics Basics: Underglaze
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by MAKEbhm at MAKEbhm, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
In this one session class, Jess of Jenkies Studio will guide you through the basics of using underglaze and creating dimensional illustrations. A bisqued wheel thrown mug or slab built vase will be provided for you to decorate all you need to...
[more+]In this one session class, Jess of Jenkies Studio will guide you through the basics of using underglaze and creating dimensional illustrations. A bisqued wheel thrown mug or slab built vase will be provided for you to decorate all you need to bring is a couple ideas! July 27 - Sometsuke Mugs (blue and white pottery) August 2 - Multicolored Illustrated Vase After class, clear glaze will be added & your mugs will be fired. Finished pieces will be ready to pick up in about two weeks.
[less-]Tags: Classes + Workshop, Art + Stage
GBHS ALUMNI POOL PARTY
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by Cahaba Brewing Company at Cahaba Brewing Company, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
Calling all GBHS Alumni! 🐾 Reunite with old pals at the GBHS Alumni Pool Party on Saturday, July 27, from 11 AM to 4 PM. Enjoy puppy swimming pools, crafts, giveaways, live music, specialty cocktails, cold beer, and more! Don't miss out on...
[more+]Calling all GBHS Alumni! 🐾 Reunite with old pals at the GBHS Alumni Pool Party on Saturday, July 27, from 11 AM to 4 PM. Enjoy puppy swimming pools, crafts, giveaways, live music, specialty cocktails, cold beer, and more! Don't miss out on this tail-waggin' good time!
[less-]Tags: Special Events
Disney Movie Screening Into the Woods (2014)
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
Experience the magic of Into the Woods (2014) at the BMA with a Disney Movie Screening. This event combines the enchantment of this musical film with the joy of artistic creation. Following the film, attendees can express their own creativity...
[more+]Experience the magic of Into the Woods (2014) at the BMA with a Disney Movie Screening. This event combines the enchantment of this musical film with the joy of artistic creation. Following the film, attendees can express their own creativity with art kits inspired by the movie’s fantastical elements and beloved characters. This program offers a captivating blend of storytelling and art, inviting children to immerse themselves in the imaginative world of Into the Woods.
[less-]Tags: Museums + Attractions, Books + Film
Closing Reception for Re-Ignition: New Paintings by Roscoe Hall
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by Birmingham Public Library at Birmingham Public Library - Central Branch, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
"Re-Ignition" is an exhibition of paintings by artist Roscoe Hall, in which the motif of the matchbook serves to narrate the progression of sustainability in land cultivation, particularly in the South. All exhibits in the Art for Everyone visual...
[more+]"Re-Ignition" is an exhibition of paintings by artist Roscoe Hall, in which the motif of the matchbook serves to narrate the progression of sustainability in land cultivation, particularly in the South. All exhibits in the Art for Everyone visual art series are made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
[less-]Tags: Visual Arts, Art + Stage
You Build It!
06-26-2024
08-30-2024
Presented by McWane Science Center at McWane Science Center, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
Sun, Jul 28 @ 12:00 am
Mon, Jul 29 @ 12:00 am
Thu, Aug 01 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 02 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 03 @ 12:00 am Sun, Aug 04 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 05 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 08 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 09 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 10 @ 12:00 am Sun, Aug 11 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 12 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 15 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 16 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 17 @ 12:00 am Sun, Aug 18 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 19 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 22 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 23 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 24 @ 12:00 am Sun, Aug 25 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 26 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 29 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 30 @ 12:00 am - less dates and times
You Build It! McWane Science Center’s 2024 summer experience is back! This exciting exhibit is an original exhibit created by McWane Science Center. Located on the 3rd floor, this immersive exhibit experience will spark imagination, creativity,...
[more+]You Build It! McWane Science Center’s 2024 summer experience is back! This exciting exhibit is an original exhibit created by McWane Science Center. Located on the 3rd floor, this immersive exhibit experience will spark imagination, creativity, innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving. Themed like a construction Zone, You Build It! will be designed to spark imagination, creativity, innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving. Key exhibit features will include: Workshops Build Tables Design Challenges Free-build Areas And So Much More!
[less-]Tags: Museums + Attractions, Family + Camps
"Comedian," an exhibition of artwork by Winfred Hawkins
07-24-2024
08-30-2024
Presented by Birmingham Public Library at Birmingham Public Library - Central Branch, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
Mon, Jul 29 @ 12:00 am
Tue, Jul 30 @ 12:00 am
Wed, Jul 31 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 01 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 02 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 03 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 05 @ 12:00 am Tue, Aug 06 @ 12:00 am Wed, Aug 07 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 08 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 09 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 10 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 12 @ 12:00 am Tue, Aug 13 @ 12:00 am Wed, Aug 14 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 15 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 16 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 17 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 19 @ 12:00 am Tue, Aug 20 @ 12:00 am Wed, Aug 21 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 22 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 23 @ 12:00 am Sat, Aug 24 @ 12:00 am Mon, Aug 26 @ 12:00 am Tue, Aug 27 @ 12:00 am Wed, Aug 28 @ 12:00 am Thu, Aug 29 @ 12:00 am Fri, Aug 30 @ 12:00 am - less dates and times
This exhibition features works by award-winning artist Winfred Hawkins. Hawkins creates original characters and incorporates them into his own unique mythology and artistic style. A reception for the artist will take place in the Fourth Floor...
[more+]This exhibition features works by award-winning artist Winfred Hawkins. Hawkins creates original characters and incorporates them into his own unique mythology and artistic style. A reception for the artist will take place in the Fourth Floor Gallery on Saturday, July 6, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
[less-]Tags: Visual Arts, Art + Stage
Block Printing on Fabric Demo
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by Forstall Art Center at Forstall Art Center, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
Learn how to block print on fabric with Stacey Kelley! Students will learn about block printing techniques and supplies, and block print a pencil pouch to take home with them.
Learn how to block print on fabric with Stacey Kelley! Students will learn about block printing techniques and supplies, and block print a pencil pouch to take home with them.
[less-]Tags: Classes + Workshop, Art + Stage
City Walkers Walking Club
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by CityWalk Bham at City Walk Birmingham, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 10:00 am
Join us for the City Walkers Walking Club, an easy and fun way to get fit and experience City Walk BHAM! Daily walks that begin at one end of City Walk BHAM and return. (Loop that equals 2.4 miles) Led by a City Walk BHAM staff member Location...
[more+]Join us for the City Walkers Walking Club, an easy and fun way to get fit and experience City Walk BHAM! Daily walks that begin at one end of City Walk BHAM and return. (Loop that equals 2.4 miles) Led by a City Walk BHAM staff member Location Start: BLUE Block (15th Street North & 9th Avenue North) Parking: Street Parking or Gravel lot adjacent to the Blue Block with entrance on 16th Street North Open to all ages; Minors under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian
[less-]Tags: Sports + Rec
Ceramics Basics: Underglaze
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by MAKEbhm at MAKEbhm, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
In this one session class, Jess of Jenkies Studio will guide you through the basics of using underglaze and creating dimensional illustrations. A bisqued wheel thrown mug or slab built vase will be provided for you to decorate all you need to...
[more+]In this one session class, Jess of Jenkies Studio will guide you through the basics of using underglaze and creating dimensional illustrations. A bisqued wheel thrown mug or slab built vase will be provided for you to decorate all you need to bring is a couple ideas! July 27 - Sometsuke Mugs (blue and white pottery) August 2 - Multicolored Illustrated Vase After class, clear glaze will be added & your mugs will be fired. Finished pieces will be ready to pick up in about two weeks.
[less-]Tags: Classes + Workshop, Art + Stage
GBHS ALUMNI POOL PARTY
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by Cahaba Brewing Company at Cahaba Brewing Company, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
Calling all GBHS Alumni! 🐾 Reunite with old pals at the GBHS Alumni Pool Party on Saturday, July 27, from 11 AM to 4 PM. Enjoy puppy swimming pools, crafts, giveaways, live music, specialty cocktails, cold beer, and more! Don't miss out on...
[more+]Calling all GBHS Alumni! 🐾 Reunite with old pals at the GBHS Alumni Pool Party on Saturday, July 27, from 11 AM to 4 PM. Enjoy puppy swimming pools, crafts, giveaways, live music, specialty cocktails, cold beer, and more! Don't miss out on this tail-waggin' good time!
[less-]Tags: Special Events
Disney Movie Screening Into the Woods (2014)
07-27-2024
07-27-2024
Presented by Birmingham Museum of Art at Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Jul 27 @ 12:00 am
Experience the magic of Into the Woods (2014) at the BMA with a Disney Movie Screening. This event combines the enchantment of this musical film with the joy of artistic creation. Following the film, attendees can express their own creativity...
[more+]Experience the magic of Into the Woods (2014) at the BMA with a Disney Movie Screening. This event combines the enchantment of this musical film with the joy of artistic creation. Following the film, attendees can express their own creativity with art kits inspired by the movie’s fantastical elements and beloved characters. This program offers a captivating blend of storytelling and art, inviting children to immerse themselves in the imaginative world of Into the Woods.
[less-]