Local Event Scene in Birmingham Highlights Women, Black Businesses, and New Opportunities

Local Event Scene in Birmingham Highlights Women, Black Businesses, and New Opportunities

As the city of Birmingham sets it’s course into March, an exciting mixture of events are happening across its landscape, celebrating women, history, black businesses, and new opportunities for both learning and enjoyment. This month gives the community plenty of reasons to get out, socialize, and discover the many attractions Birmingham has to offer.

Celebrating Women

Women’s history and influence are being celebrated in various stylish ways. A workshop entitled “Women in Media Panel” is due to happen on March 14 at Miles College, empowering women who have an interest in journalism, media, and press.

This event, held in honor of Women’s Appreciation month will recognize influential women in Birmingham. Participants will gain valuable tools and knowledge for creating effective digital business cards, with expert panelists such as Sheila Smoot, Hailey Yeager, Diamond Tyleir, Mya Jolly and Keisa Sharpe providing insights.

The second event titled “Women in Film Week” is ongoing from March 5-10 at Sidewalk Film. The event celebrates the emergence and the contributions of women’s voices in film. There will also be a session dedicated to the “Women of the Kaul Wildflower Garden” on March 19 at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, led by Molly Hendry.

Focusing on Black Businesses

The Birmingham Black Economic Alliance is hosting its Bi-Monthly Business Mixer from 6-8 p.m. at Sienna, situated at 1025 20th Street South. This event will feature guest speakers like Evan Jefferson, a virtual dispensary owner, and Niecko Glover, a community organizer and advocate.

New Learning Opportunities

Free food boxes are being provided by Kikstart at WaterMark in Bessemer. This is teamed with free Computer Classes held every Tuesday and Thursday at the Five Points West Library. In addition, Gardening enthusiasts can join the new gardening class titled “Right Plant, Right Place”, led by Bethany O’Rear at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens on April 2.

For Art Lovers

“Roots & Renaissance”, an exhibition showcasing African American Art will run until May 10 at the C.A. Kirkendoll Learning Resource Center at Miles College.

For Food Lovers

A delectable event, the 3rd Annual Great Birmingham Bake Off will host various baking competitions with live music and food trucks. The event will kick off at Cahaba Brewing on April 6 between 2-4 p.m.

As the month progresses, events such as the Publix Village 2 Village Run 2024, and the Filmmaker Happy Hour will pop onto the scene, providing fresh opportunities for Birmingham residents and visitors to connect, enjoy, and learn more about the vibrant city they are a part of.

For more information about these and other events, visit the respective websites or social media pages of the organizations involved.