“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.”   

 — Colin Powell  

HAPPY HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

* We want your stories! * 

• In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the City of Birmingham Human Resources Department would like to share stories of Hispanic and Latinx families, culture, and traditions. If you have a story that you would like to share, please email the story (videos and photographs are welcomed and encouraged) to employeerelations@birminghamal.gov. Deadline is Friday, Sept. 30. Please call 205-581-3052 if you have questions or need additional information. 

* Food Truck Friday is today *    

• The popular Food Truck Friday event will take place TODAY on Short 20th Street in front of City Hall from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a live radio remote with Summit Media, who will host ticket giveaways for the Morehouse Tuskegee Classic game!  

  • The following trucks will be here:  

    • Coco Crabs 

    • Aww Shucks  

    • Treats So Sweet  

    • Smoke on Wheels 

    • Jolly Cakes  

    • Lemonade Junkeez 

    • Dirty Red 

    • Cake’s Southern Fried Eats  

    • Sugar and Ice Desserts 

    • Not Ya Average Leaf  

    • Nawlins Style Po Boys 

    • Oh My Turkey Leg 

* Singer Omarion to sign his new book * 

• The Birmingham Public Library is hosting Grammy-award nominated singer, songwriter, performer, actor, and author, Omarion on his Unbothered: The Power of Choosing Joy book tour. The event will be Friday, Sept. 16 at 4:30 p.m. at the Central Library. Tickets are $30 and includes a book. For more info, go here: https://bplolinenews.blogspot.com/2022/09/central-library-to-host-book-releaseq.html 

* Bring Your Own Vibe * 

• Head to the City of Birmingham's Official YouTube channel and subscribe to be sure you don't miss the alert for the next Bring Your Own Vibe! This Friday, Sept. 16, Dave and the Party Rockers take the stage for some go-go-style tunes. Here’s a snippet: TEASER - Bring Your Own Vibe: Dave and the Party Rockers. 

* Medical Minute with Dr. Kre of BWell* 

• September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month   

  • Prostate health is important. Remember all men need to start having regular prostate checks at the age of 40 years for African Americans and 50 years for Caucasian Americans.  Also, make sure to ask about your family history of all the men in your family.   

  • Here are a few good prostate health tips:   

    • Maintain a healthy weight. Obesity is often a risk factor for cancers.   

    • Decrease red meat and increase your vegetables   

    • Exercise more & quit smoking   

  • To come get your blood work to check your PSA (prostate level) at NO COPAYMENT, enroll at cobclinic.com or give us a call at Brownstone BWell 205-202-5650.   

* Family Movie Night in the park * 

• Birmingham Park and Rec is hosting Family Movie Night at different city parks through October 13. This special program, known as “Parks After Dark,” is for all ages and free to the public. The movies will start at sunset.    

  • Dates and locations include:    

    • Wiggins Park Rec Center – Sept. 22    

    • North Bham Rec Center – Sept. 29    

    • Fountain Heights Rec Center – Oct. 6    

    • Memorial Park Rec Center – Oct. 13  

* Helpful tips from Behavioral Health Systems * 

• Social media, texting and other forms of digital communication are now ingrained into children's habits at an early age. Unfortunately, bullying has also evolved with technology. The attached handout, Cyberbullying & Keeping Your Children Safe, offers tips to parents and guardians to help protect their children. As a reminder, BHS is continuing to offer telehealth services. Please do not hesitate to reach out to BHS to discuss your benefits and to find a counselor to meet your needs.  Call BHS today at 800-245-1150. 

UPCOMING EVENTS          

Saturday, September 17  

• First-time home buyers seminar 

  • Learn helpful information. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The Salvation Army Center of Hope, 2015 26th Ave. West. Lunch is provided. See attached for details.  

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• Birmingham Museum of Art to host its Latin American Heritage Festival  

  • Celebrate Latin culture at the Birmingham Museum of Art during their sixth annual Latin American Heritage Festival in collaboration with Fiesta Birmingham. Join BMA for a day of festivities, featuring Spanish-language gallery tours and delicious Latin cuisine. Enjoy family-friendly art activities, face painting, and much more! Sept. 17 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Free.  
      

• Back in School Chess Tournament  

  • The Arlington House and Gardens, along with ChessNation and Birmingham Public Libraries, will present a chess tournament. See details attached.    

  
Thursday, September 22 

• Toastmasters International Open House 

  • Learn how Toastmasters can help you improve your public speaking skills. Come to City Hall, Conference Room 215. 12-1 p.m. 

  • If you can’t join in person, hop on Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4162734596?pwd=RnBBUTExZlpGSkpTT3JIdGlBa2xqZz09 

    • Meeting ID: 416 273 4596 

    • Passcode: 2022 

Saturday, September 24 

• CrossPlex Villa Block Party 

  • Come enjoy a block party featuring the grand opening of Crab Barrack. City and County employees receive a 10 percent discount on CrossPlex village eateries (except for Starbucks). See attached. 

Thursday, September 29  

• Birmingham Museum of Art’s Season Opening: ReFRAME Party  

  • Join BMA at The ReFRAME, an immersive celebration with a fresh perspective, inspired by art and culture from around the world. September 29 from 5-9 p.m. Get more details here: https://www.artsbma.org/event/season-opening-the-fall-reframe-party/  

Saturday, October 1  

• Employee Appreciation Day  

  • Birmingham-Southern College will have a City of Birmingham Employee Appreciation Day during its 6 p.m. game on Saturday, Oct. 1 on its campus. What this means is that City of Birmingham employees who show their ID badge at any gate, will receive free entrance. All employees attending the game will also be entered in a drawing. **There is limited parking around the stadium, so fans will most likely need to park in the parking lot by the college's soccer fields and walk down the hill to the stadium.  

Send your News You Can Use submissions to marie.sutton@birminghamal.gov