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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
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.
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District Contact Info
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
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District Related NEWS
District Related Events
Birmingham 365 Events
Toddler Jams! with Fiddlesticks
04-25-2025
04-25-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood(Preschool) Bring your toddler for a musical morning filled with singing and dancing by Miss Maggie from Fiddlesticks!
(Preschool) Bring your toddler for a musical morning filled with singing and dancing by Miss Maggie from Fiddlesticks!
[less-]Tags: Libraries, Pre-K, Family + Camps
Teen Art Camp
04-11-2025
04-25-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood(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...
[more+](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 for each session online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Crafts + Makers, Family + Camps, For Teens, Libraries, Art + Stage
Community Health Fair
04-26-2025
04-26-2025
Presented by New Life Interfaith Ministries at New Life Center of Excellence , BessemerIn celebration of National Minority Health Month, we are hosting a Community Health Fair at New Life Center of Excellence on Saturday, April 26, from 8:00 AM until 11:30 AM. Get free eye exams; cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose...
[more+]In celebration of National Minority Health Month, we are hosting a Community Health Fair at New Life Center of Excellence on Saturday, April 26, from 8:00 AM until 11:30 AM. Get free eye exams; cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose screenings; financial advisement, counseling information, and so much more! The first 100 people to register and participate will receive a $25 grocery gift card. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a $500 grocery gift card! To register, text healthy to 94000. For more information, call 205.425.4735.
[less-]Tags: Health + Wellness, Classes + Workshop
Roly Poly Babies
04-26-2025
04-26-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood(0-18 Months) A weekend baby storytime that will give parents and caregivers a fun experience with lap sit activities accompanied with adorable stories and rhymes!
(0-18 Months) A weekend baby storytime that will give parents and caregivers a fun experience with lap sit activities accompanied with adorable stories and rhymes!
[less-]
Tags: Libraries, Pre-K, Family + Camps
Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival
04-26-2025
04-26-2025
Presented by Bob Sykes Bbq and Blues Festival at DeBardeleben Park in Downtown Historic Bessemer, BessemerBarbecue and Blues are a great combination so start planning for the 14th Annual Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival presented by City of Bessemer and Coca Cola United is set for Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event will combine the best of blues music...
[more+]Barbecue and Blues are a great combination so start planning for the 14th Annual Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival presented by City of Bessemer and Coca Cola United is set for Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event will combine the best of blues music and legendary Bob Sykes Bar B Q from 12-6pm. Gates open at 11am. Be sure to bring your chair or blanket and set-up your spot for the day to enjoy talented blues musicians. No coolers or pets allowed.
Since 2010, the event has been a local favorite for festival goers. Attendees of the festival range from youth to adults. 2nd generation owner and pit master of Bob Sykes Bar B Q Van Sykes says “Each year the festival grows and we couldn’t do it without our sponsors and the support of the community.” City of Bessemer Mayor Kenneth Gulley says "The Bob Sykes BBQ and BLUES Festival has been a great event for the City of Bessemer. We're looking forward to many more great years of barbecue and blues music in downtown Bessemer.”
The festival has been chosen for numerous years as one of the top food festivals in Alabama by al.com. There are activities for the entire family including a large kids corner. Children eight and under are free with a ticketed adult. Besides great music and bbq the festival offers a variety of booths including arts and crafts, outdoor exhibits, and a diverse selection of vendors selling tempting offers.
The 2025 musical performance schedule:
11am Gates Open
12:00-12:10pm: Opening Prayer
National Anthem by Emcee of Festival-Ms. Aretta Woodruff
12:10-1:10pm: Kid Sly Feat featuring Hurricane Elaine
1:20-2:20pm: Ra’Shad the Blues Kid
2:30-3:30pm: Diedra the Alabama Blues Queen
3:40-4:45pm: Southern Avenue
4:55-6:00pm: Shemekia Copeland
Since the 2010, the festival has provided funding for Alabama local charities including Ady’s Army, The Bessemer Education Enhancement Foundation, Bessemer Service League, Caring Men and Caring Women, Children’s of Alabama Hospital, Clay House, Hands on Birmingham, Latch and Live Foundation and Red Mountain Grace. The 2025 charity beneficiary will be the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama whose mission is to feed people in need today and foster collaborative solutions to end hunger tomorrow.
Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival Event Information:
14th Annual Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival
Saturday, April 26, 2025
12pm-6pm. Gates open at 11am
DeBardeleben Park at 1623 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, Alabama
$10 Tickets can be purchased at www.BobSykesBlues.com
or visit Bob Sykes Bar B Q Restaurant
$15 tickets day of event
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bob-sykes-bbq-blues-festival-tickets-894003798427?aff=oddtdtcreator
Call for more details at 205-426-1400
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[less-]Tags: Festivals, Music, Special Events, Family + Camps
LEGO Club
04-26-2025
04-26-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood(K-5th Grade) Turn your imagination on and build awesome creations during an afternoon of LEGOs!
(K-5th Grade) Turn your imagination on and build awesome creations during an afternoon of LEGOs!
[less-]Tags: Family + Camps, Libraries, Elementary
Oil Painting
04-27-2025
04-27-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood(6th-12th Grade) Learn how to paint beautiful paintings with oil paints. All supplies are provided. Please make sure to wear something you don’t mind getting a little dirty. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
(6th-12th Grade) Learn how to paint beautiful paintings with oil paints. All supplies are provided. Please make sure to wear something you don’t mind getting a little dirty. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: For Teens, Libraries, Family + Camps
Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally
04-07-2025
04-28-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, HomewoodTake 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
Toddler Jams! with Fiddlesticks
04-25-2025
04-25-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood(Preschool) Bring your toddler for a musical morning filled with singing and dancing by Miss Maggie from Fiddlesticks!
(Preschool) Bring your toddler for a musical morning filled with singing and dancing by Miss Maggie from Fiddlesticks!
[less-]Tags: Libraries, Pre-K, Family + Camps
Teen Art Camp
04-11-2025
04-25-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood(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...
[more+](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 for each session online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Crafts + Makers, Family + Camps, For Teens, Libraries, Art + Stage
Community Health Fair
04-26-2025
04-26-2025
Presented by New Life Interfaith Ministries at New Life Center of Excellence , BessemerIn celebration of National Minority Health Month, we are hosting a Community Health Fair at New Life Center of Excellence on Saturday, April 26, from 8:00 AM until 11:30 AM. Get free eye exams; cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose...
[more+]In celebration of National Minority Health Month, we are hosting a Community Health Fair at New Life Center of Excellence on Saturday, April 26, from 8:00 AM until 11:30 AM. Get free eye exams; cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose screenings; financial advisement, counseling information, and so much more! The first 100 people to register and participate will receive a $25 grocery gift card. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a $500 grocery gift card! To register, text healthy to 94000. For more information, call 205.425.4735.
[less-]Tags: Health + Wellness, Classes + Workshop
Roly Poly Babies
04-26-2025
04-26-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood(0-18 Months) A weekend baby storytime that will give parents and caregivers a fun experience with lap sit activities accompanied with adorable stories and rhymes!
(0-18 Months) A weekend baby storytime that will give parents and caregivers a fun experience with lap sit activities accompanied with adorable stories and rhymes!
[less-]
Tags: Libraries, Pre-K, Family + Camps
Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival
04-26-2025
04-26-2025
Presented by Bob Sykes Bbq and Blues Festival at DeBardeleben Park in Downtown Historic Bessemer, BessemerBarbecue and Blues are a great combination so start planning for the 14th Annual Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival presented by City of Bessemer and Coca Cola United is set for Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event will combine the best of blues music...
[more+]Barbecue and Blues are a great combination so start planning for the 14th Annual Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival presented by City of Bessemer and Coca Cola United is set for Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event will combine the best of blues music and legendary Bob Sykes Bar B Q from 12-6pm. Gates open at 11am. Be sure to bring your chair or blanket and set-up your spot for the day to enjoy talented blues musicians. No coolers or pets allowed.
Since 2010, the event has been a local favorite for festival goers. Attendees of the festival range from youth to adults. 2nd generation owner and pit master of Bob Sykes Bar B Q Van Sykes says “Each year the festival grows and we couldn’t do it without our sponsors and the support of the community.” City of Bessemer Mayor Kenneth Gulley says "The Bob Sykes BBQ and BLUES Festival has been a great event for the City of Bessemer. We're looking forward to many more great years of barbecue and blues music in downtown Bessemer.”
The festival has been chosen for numerous years as one of the top food festivals in Alabama by al.com. There are activities for the entire family including a large kids corner. Children eight and under are free with a ticketed adult. Besides great music and bbq the festival offers a variety of booths including arts and crafts, outdoor exhibits, and a diverse selection of vendors selling tempting offers.
The 2025 musical performance schedule:
11am Gates Open
12:00-12:10pm: Opening Prayer
National Anthem by Emcee of Festival-Ms. Aretta Woodruff
12:10-1:10pm: Kid Sly Feat featuring Hurricane Elaine
1:20-2:20pm: Ra’Shad the Blues Kid
2:30-3:30pm: Diedra the Alabama Blues Queen
3:40-4:45pm: Southern Avenue
4:55-6:00pm: Shemekia Copeland
Since the 2010, the festival has provided funding for Alabama local charities including Ady’s Army, The Bessemer Education Enhancement Foundation, Bessemer Service League, Caring Men and Caring Women, Children’s of Alabama Hospital, Clay House, Hands on Birmingham, Latch and Live Foundation and Red Mountain Grace. The 2025 charity beneficiary will be the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama whose mission is to feed people in need today and foster collaborative solutions to end hunger tomorrow.
Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival Event Information:
14th Annual Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival
Saturday, April 26, 2025
12pm-6pm. Gates open at 11am
DeBardeleben Park at 1623 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, Alabama
$10 Tickets can be purchased at www.BobSykesBlues.com
or visit Bob Sykes Bar B Q Restaurant
$15 tickets day of event
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bob-sykes-bbq-blues-festival-tickets-894003798427?aff=oddtdtcreator
Call for more details at 205-426-1400
###
[less-]Tags: Festivals, Music, Special Events, Family + Camps
LEGO Club
04-26-2025
04-26-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood(K-5th Grade) Turn your imagination on and build awesome creations during an afternoon of LEGOs!
(K-5th Grade) Turn your imagination on and build awesome creations during an afternoon of LEGOs!
[less-]Tags: Family + Camps, Libraries, Elementary
Oil Painting
04-27-2025
04-27-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood(6th-12th Grade) Learn how to paint beautiful paintings with oil paints. All supplies are provided. Please make sure to wear something you don’t mind getting a little dirty. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
(6th-12th Grade) Learn how to paint beautiful paintings with oil paints. All supplies are provided. Please make sure to wear something you don’t mind getting a little dirty. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: For Teens, Libraries, Family + Camps
Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally
04-07-2025
04-28-2025
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, HomewoodTake 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-]