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

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District Related Events

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Birmingham 365 Events


Studio Teen: Film Club

04-18-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Fri, Apr 18 @ 1:00 pm

(6th-12th Grade) Make a short film in this series of classes, from writing a screenplay, filming, editing, and all the way to some basic special effects! All supplies provided.  Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

(6th-12th Grade) Make a short film in this series of classes, from writing a screenplay, filming, editing, and all the way to some basic special effects! All supplies provided.  Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

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Tags:   Family + Camps Film For Teens LibrariesBooks + Film

Book Babies

04-19-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 19 @ 10:30 am

(0-18 Months) Encourage singing, playing, and socializing with your baby in this intimate storytime with Miss Gabby.

(0-18 Months) Encourage singing, playing, and socializing with your baby in this intimate storytime with Miss Gabby.

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Tags:   Libraries Pre-KFamily + Camps

Movies on the Mountain: Matilda

04-19-2025

Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 19 @ 7:00 pm

Experience the magic of cinema under the stars at Movies on the Mountain, an outdoor movie series at Vulcan Park & Museum! Hosted by the Junior Board, this four-part series showcases beloved classics—Matilda, Monsters, Inc., Toy Story, and...

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Experience the magic of cinema under the stars at Movies on the Mountain, an outdoor movie series at Vulcan Park & Museum! Hosted by the Junior Board, this four-part series showcases beloved classics—Matilda, Monsters, Inc., Toy Story, and Hocus Pocus—in Birmingham’s most scenic setting.

Gather family and friends, bring blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy a night of film, fun, and fantastic views. Indulge in classic movie treats like popcorn and cotton candy, savor delicious bites from local vendors, and sip on wine and beer available for adults. Our beloved mascot, V, will be there, ready for smiles, hugs, and plenty of photos to cap off an unforgettable evening!

Movies will be shown in April, June, August, and October, so mark your calendars and join us for a picture-perfect night on the mountain!

DATE
SATURDAY, APRIL 19
Matilda

TIME
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
*Movie starts at 7:15 PM

UPCOMING MOVIE DATES
Saturday, JUNE 21 
Monsters, Inc.

Saturday, August 16
Toy Story

Saturday, October 11
Hocus Pocus

TICKET PRICES

Adult   $10
Child  $10
Member Adult $8

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Tags:   Family + Camps Film Great for Families Museums + Attractions Parks Places Special EventsBooks + Film

Homeschool Hour: Art Attack!

04-21-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 21 @ 1:30 pm

(K-5th Grade) Join Miss Aaliyah to learn about art concepts through books and hands-on activities. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

(K-5th Grade) Join Miss Aaliyah to learn about art concepts through books and hands-on activities. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

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Tags:   Family + Camps LibrariesElementary

Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally

04-28-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 21 @ 2:00 pm Mon, Apr 28 @ 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...

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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.

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Tags:   LibrariesHealth + Wellness

PowerPoint

04-21-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 21 @ 2:30 pm

Learn to create presentations using basic PowerPoint functions. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

Learn to create presentations using basic PowerPoint functions. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

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Tags:   LibrariesClasses + Workshop

Acting Out!

04-21-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 21 @ 3:30 pm

(K-5th Grade) Get ready for a whole lot of fun while children are introduced to various activities, games, and other methods to enhance their inner performer.

 

(K-5th Grade) Get ready for a whole lot of fun while children are introduced to various activities, games, and other methods to enhance their inner performer.

 

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Tags:   Family + Camps LibrariesElementary

American Sign Language Basics: Teens

04-21-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 21 @ 4:00 pm

(6th-12th Grade) Learn the basics of sign language, starting with the alphabet, moving on to letters, and then conversations! No pre-requisite knowledge required. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

(6th-12th Grade) Learn the basics of sign language, starting with the alphabet, moving on to letters, and then conversations! No pre-requisite knowledge required. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

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Tags:   For Teens LibrariesFamily + Camps

Studio Teen: Film Club

04-18-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Fri, Apr 18 @ 1:00 pm

(6th-12th Grade) Make a short film in this series of classes, from writing a screenplay, filming, editing, and all the way to some basic special effects! All supplies provided.  Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

(6th-12th Grade) Make a short film in this series of classes, from writing a screenplay, filming, editing, and all the way to some basic special effects! All supplies provided.  Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

[less-]
Tags:   Family + Camps Film For Teens LibrariesBooks + Film

Book Babies

04-19-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 19 @ 10:30 am

(0-18 Months) Encourage singing, playing, and socializing with your baby in this intimate storytime with Miss Gabby.

(0-18 Months) Encourage singing, playing, and socializing with your baby in this intimate storytime with Miss Gabby.

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

Movies on the Mountain: Matilda

04-19-2025

Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 19 @ 7:00 pm

Experience the magic of cinema under the stars at Movies on the Mountain, an outdoor movie series at Vulcan Park & Museum! Hosted by the Junior Board, this four-part series showcases beloved classics—Matilda, Monsters, Inc., Toy Story, and...

[more+]

Experience the magic of cinema under the stars at Movies on the Mountain, an outdoor movie series at Vulcan Park & Museum! Hosted by the Junior Board, this four-part series showcases beloved classics—Matilda, Monsters, Inc., Toy Story, and Hocus Pocus—in Birmingham’s most scenic setting.

Gather family and friends, bring blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy a night of film, fun, and fantastic views. Indulge in classic movie treats like popcorn and cotton candy, savor delicious bites from local vendors, and sip on wine and beer available for adults. Our beloved mascot, V, will be there, ready for smiles, hugs, and plenty of photos to cap off an unforgettable evening!

Movies will be shown in April, June, August, and October, so mark your calendars and join us for a picture-perfect night on the mountain!

DATE
SATURDAY, APRIL 19
Matilda

TIME
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
*Movie starts at 7:15 PM

UPCOMING MOVIE DATES
Saturday, JUNE 21 
Monsters, Inc.

Saturday, August 16
Toy Story

Saturday, October 11
Hocus Pocus

TICKET PRICES

Adult   $10
Child  $10
Member Adult $8

[less-]
Tags:   Family + Camps Film Great for Families Museums + Attractions Parks Places Special EventsBooks + Film

Homeschool Hour: Art Attack!

04-21-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 21 @ 1:30 pm

(K-5th Grade) Join Miss Aaliyah to learn about art concepts through books and hands-on activities. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

(K-5th Grade) Join Miss Aaliyah to learn about art concepts through books and hands-on activities. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

[less-]
Tags:   Family + Camps LibrariesElementary

Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally

04-28-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 21 @ 2:00 pm Mon, Apr 28 @ 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:   LibrariesHealth + Wellness

PowerPoint

04-21-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 21 @ 2:30 pm

Learn to create presentations using basic PowerPoint functions. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

Learn to create presentations using basic PowerPoint functions. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

[less-]
Tags:   LibrariesClasses + Workshop

Acting Out!

04-21-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 21 @ 3:30 pm

(K-5th Grade) Get ready for a whole lot of fun while children are introduced to various activities, games, and other methods to enhance their inner performer.

 

(K-5th Grade) Get ready for a whole lot of fun while children are introduced to various activities, games, and other methods to enhance their inner performer.

 

[less-]
Tags:   Family + Camps LibrariesElementary

American Sign Language Basics: Teens

04-21-2025

Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 21 @ 4:00 pm

(6th-12th Grade) Learn the basics of sign language, starting with the alphabet, moving on to letters, and then conversations! No pre-requisite knowledge required. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

(6th-12th Grade) Learn the basics of sign language, starting with the alphabet, moving on to letters, and then conversations! No pre-requisite knowledge required. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

[less-]
Tags:   For Teens LibrariesFamily + Camps