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JULY / 2017
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UPCOMING EVENTS July 2, 2017
July 4, 2017
July 8, 2017
July 15—16, 2017
July 18—29, 2017
JAZZ IN THE PARK
THUNDER ON THE MOUNTAIN
LEGO DAY
SlOSS MUSIC FESTIVAL
THE FROG PRINCE
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. McWane Science Center
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
9:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. Birmingham Children’s Theatre
For more info: Visitvulcan.com
For more info: Mcwane.org
Ensley Park & Rec 6:00 p.m.
For more info: (205) 616-1735
Birmingham youth that attend the Life After Basketball Camp will receive instruction from basketball ACC and SEC Coach of the Year, Cliff Ellis, and Daymeon Fishback, former National Player of the Year in Kentucky and Auburn University graduate.
The City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services (DYS) continues its Youth First Summer Sports Series with Life After Basketball Camp. DYS is also still accepting applications for football and soccer camps. Each camp focuses on athletic skills as well as life skills to prepare young players for a healthy transition between the various levels of each sport and the real world.
LIFE AFTER BASKETBALL CAMP July 12—14, 2017 8:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m. Pizitz Middle School Registration is also still open for Playmakas Soccer Academy and Next Level Football Camp. Youth First Soccer Camp July 11—13, 2017 6:00 p.m.—7:15 p.m. UAB Mini Park
For more info: Slossfest.com
For more info: (205) 458-8181
Next Level Football Camp July 14, 2017 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Legion Field Registration is now closed for the Next Level Volleyball Camp. For More Information on how to register for any of the camps included in the Summer Sports Series contact DYS at (205) 3200879
The itinerary will include fun outdoor physical activities (on site simulator, mini drill tower, job task course), a fire safety class, and an engine show and tell. Lunch and t-Shirts will be provided by Full Moon BBQ.
Love Your Block Hands on Birmingham and the City of Birmingham will be implementing the following 'Love Your Block' neighborhood revitalization projects: Hillman community: Date: July 21, 2017 Time: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Description: Park revitalization Painting a swing set, fence, picnic tables and Hood under the pavilion. Back to School Beautification Date: July 29, 2017 Hands On Birmingham is partnering with the Birmingham City Schools for its annual Back to School Beautification taking place on Saturday, July 29th! Volunteers are needed to help beautify the outside of all 42 schools. Registration and sign up will be available soon! If you have questions about either project contact Tawanna Willoughby at twilloughby@handsonbirming ham.org or call 205.251.5849
Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service Department (BFRS) 1st Junior Firefighter Academy will be held on July 17th-21st at Station 4 in Birmingham for boys and girls ages 6-12. The BFRS Junior Firefighter Academy will be a one day class of 20 kids from 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Each child will be allowed to participate only one day during the week. The class will be staffed each day by Birmingham Firefighters from field operations and the Public Education Department.
June 28th—September 25th
Growing Kings announced the launch of the organizations 5th Annual 100 Mentors in 100 Days recruitment campaign. The average young man in a juvenile correctional facility spends over 1650 hours in detainment, only to be released to fewer opportunities and more obstacles. Imagine that young man spending those same hours in a positive environment surrounded by people who care about what he can become. All mentors will be expected to complete an orientation training prior to their engagement with students. Additionally, mentors are invited to meet for bi-monthly meetings that are entirely discussion-based. During these times, mentors are encouraged to share their experiences in order to learn and support one another.
Participants are asked to dress in a plain white TShirt, athletic shorts, and tennis shoes and should arrive at 8:30 a.m. for sign in. Parents are welcome to stick around throughout the remainder of the class. The academy is open to 100 total participants. To sign up visit: https://form.jotform.us/DNEVERS/ birmingham-fire-and-rescue-service-
Through this program, mentors are trained to implement classroom -based enrichment, as well as individualized instruction within a structured environment. To learn more or sign up visit: www.growingkings.org/mentor.
By: Timothy Foster
Daniel Bailey is an exceptional young man. The John Carroll Catholic High School graduate currently serves as the Junior Executive Director for DYS’ summer internship program. Shortly after high school Bailey enrolled in a presummer enrichment program at Morehouse College. He now majors in Political Science and serves as the sophomore class senator and Dean of Delegation. He also trains from time to time as he is a regular attendee at the AUC Boxing Club. Daniel has accomplished a lot in his young life. His advice to the youth is “Don’t listen to the naysayers.” Bailey was presented with the Khalifa Muhammad History Award for his “outstanding historical achievement” and attention to detail. We know he will continue to impress with his diligence and modesty. Daniel we wish you all the best!
Family Fun
Daniel Bailey, DYS Summer Intern Jr. Exec. Director
Fantasy, Arts and Comics
July 1—2, 2017
July 1, 2017 Carnival Games, Balloon Animals, Bungee Jump, Backyard Maze, Face Painting, Petting Zoo, Rock Wall and More! Live Music by Exit 97. $5 wrist band gets you unlimited access to Rock Wall, Backyard Maze and Petting Zoo.
Magic City Con is a spectacular pop culture, comic, and fan convention that brings together the fans of cosplay, sci-fi, anime, fantasy, art, comics, film and TV, as well as table top and video gaming to celebrate their favorite fandoms, meet special guests, and enjoy a weekend of activities and events. For More Info:
http://www.magiccitycon.com/
Musical Celebration
July 15—16, 2017 Sloss Music & Arts Festival is a two-day music and lifestyle event that takes place at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark in Birmingham. Sloss Fest is a celebration of the unique, creative culture that makes life in Birmingham so unique. For More Info: http://slossfest.com/
July 8, 2017
01 Sounds of Summer July 6, 2017 @ The Summit 6:30 p.m.
Explore amazing LEGO displays by the Magic City LEGO User’s Group. Drop into the LEGO Lab to explore robot programming and stop-motion animation. And visit the Jr. Builders Gallery to see the original creations of young LEGO builders. There will be LEGO Challenges and building activities all throughout the Adventure Halls. Plus LEGO Caricatures by Kevin!
Meet your friends and neighbors for an afternoon of music, food July 11, 2017 and fun! The Summit is hosting its outdoor concert series in Saks McWane Science Center opened for Plaza on Thursday nights at 6:30 business 19 years ago on July 11th. p.m. On July 6th, enjoy the music of New Merkle Revue, a Jam Band Enjoy the museum and the IMAX at the prices you did in 1998. from Birmingham.
02 The Frog Prince July 18 –29, 2017 @ Birmingham Children’s Theatre Deep in the royal swamp, a selfish Princess makes a promise to befriend a lonely Frog after he retrieves her golden ball from a well. But what happens when the Princess tries every trick in the book to break her promise? Come and find out as Birmingham Children’s Theatre presents the enchanting musical.
03 Once on this Island July 28—July 30, 2017 @ Red Mountain Theatre Company With its poignant story and catchy Caribbean-flavored score, Once on This Island Jr. follows the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a wealthy boy from the other side of her island. Through almost non-stop song and dance, Ti Moune sets out on a quest that will test the strength of her love against the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred, and even death.
To learn more visit: http://www.mcwane.org/
Keep Your Child on the Right Track Summer is here! But along with warmer weather, trips to the pool and the Fourth of July, comes a not-so-fun reality... the summer slide. Many children, especially struggling readers, forget some of what they've learned or slip out of practice during the summer months. Try these strategies to help your reader improve her reading during the summer and beyond: 1. Six books to summer success: Research shows that reading just six books during the summer may keep a struggling reader from regressing. 2. Read something every day: Encourage your child to take advantage of every opportunity to read. Find them throughout the day:
Morning: The newspaper — even if it is
just the comics or today's weather.
Daytime: Schedules, TV guides, magazines, online resources, etc. For example, if your daughter likes the food channel, help her look for a recipe on the network's Web site — then cook it together for more reading practice. Evening: End the day by having your child read to you from the book he is currently reading (one of the six books, above). Have him rehearse a paragraph, page, or chapter before reading to you. Rereading will help him be more fluent — able to read at an appropriate speed, correctly, and with nice expression. 3. Keep reading aloud: Reading aloud benefits all children and teens, especially those who struggle.
July 4th 9:00 p.m. Thunder on the Mountain @ Vulcan Park
July 3rd 6:30 p.m. Birmingham Barons vs Biloxi @ Regions Field Patriotic Fireworks Show – Fireworks show set to Patriotic music in honor of Independence Day. July 4th 11:00 a.m. Independence Day @ the American Village, Montevallo Spend 4th of July with your family and friends at the American Village. It’s their biggest Red, White and Blue Party of the Year! Historical Reenactments, music and dancing, food and fireworks! Events from noon to evening fireworks.
For decades, Thunder on the Mountain, Birmingham’s Fourth of July fireworks celebration, has been hailed as one of the largest and most extravagant Independence Day traditions in the state of Alabama, and this year will be no exception. Thunder on the Mountain 2017 will once again illuminate the skies above Birmingham’s beloved iron man, Vulcan. Free to the public, this year’s show will last approximately 20 minutes and will feature a variety of firework shells that will brighten the sky with new colors and patterns. July 4th 6:30 p.m. Southeastern Outings 4th of July Celebration @ Bartow Arena Park Free firework show and band concert by the UAB Summer Band. Bring your own blanket or chairs. Look for the SEO signs.
Pool admission is $1 Pool hours are noon – 6 p.m. SWIM LESSONS are $5 per two (2) week session. Please call the pool nearest you for additional information. For Pool locations and hours visit: https://www.birminghamal.gov/parks-and-recreation/ pools/ *All lifeguards are certified by the Red Cross.*
July 1st—4th 4th of July Weekend @ the Birmingham Zoo The Birmingham Zoo invites families and friends to come out and join in all the fun the Zoo has to offer over the Fourth of July holiday. In honor of this holiday, the Zoo is giving FREE admission to veterans as well as all active and retired military and their dependents. Bring your proof of military service (military ID card, dependent ID card, driver's license, etc.) to take part in all the fun the Zoo has to offer. July 4th 6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m. Smooth Jazz In the Park @ Kelly Ingram Park Each summer, MCSJ presents JAZZ IN THE PARK, a series of free performances in various local parks. Local Alabama jazz musicians open for headlining acts, thereby providing a platform for them to showcase their talent and artistry. July fourth’s concert will feature Jazmin Ghent and Daniel D.
There’s nothing more fun for a child in the summer months than splashing, swimming and playing in a pool, at the beach or a water park on a hot day. While swimming is a lot of fun, drowning is a real danger. Even kids who know how to swim can drown. Here are few tips on how to help your little ones stay safe in the water!
Traditional camp or school isn’t the only way to keep students engaged in active learning during the summer months. There are also dozens of online resources that offer free educational tools for parents and students during the summer months. Check out these sites! https://www.ck12.org/summer/ - The CK-12 Foundation was founded with the
mission to enable everyone to learn in his or her own way. We pair high quality content with the latest technologies. We equip students, teachers, and parents with everything they need. For free. http://www.smarttutor.com/ - SmartTutor’s is comprised of over 3000 reading and math lessons, is based on the latest and greatest in educational research and best instructional practices. http://calculationnation.nctm.org/ - If you're looking for a fun, web-based
game for students, Calculation Nation from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is a wonderful resource. This is just one example; there are tons of awesome games