October 14, 2024
“Celebrate Survivors of Breast Cancer Walk" to be held today, Monday, Oct. 14, in Titusville
Join Titusville Library, in collaboration with I Am Greatness, for "Celebrate Survivors of Breast Cancer Walk" today, Monday, Oct. 14. Beginning at 4 p.m., participants will walk from Booker T. Washington K-8 School, located at 115 4th Avenue South, to the Titusville Branch Library at 2 6th Avenue SW, Birmingham.
For details, click here: https://bplolinenews.blogspot.com/2024/09/titusville-branch-library-hosts-breast.html
***EXTENDED: The City of Birmingham hosts relief drive for the victims of Hurricane Helene***
The City of Birmingham is hosting a drive for Hurricane Helene victims now through Wednesday at Christian Service Mission, 3600 Third Ave. South from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Motorists should pull up to the building, and a volunteer will unload their vehicle. Please do NOT drop off new or used clothing or shoes.
The following items will be collected:
Bottled water
Cleaning products
Diapers (For children and adults)
Wipes
Toilet paper and paper towels
Canned goods
Flat head shovels
Heavy-duty garden rakes
Work gloves
Heavy-duty garbage bags
Batteries
Feminine hygiene products
Children’s toys (Such as stuffed animals, board games, etc.)
Make your mental health a priority
Check out the four attached informative Behavioral Health System flyers regarding resources to support your health.
They include the following:
Become a workplace mental health champion
Mental health at work
Live better
EASE, a new digital hub for BHS members
Check out the latest Engage with HR newsletter
The latest issue of our Engage with HR newsletter, your monthly resource for key Human Resources updates, is here: Engage with HR - October Edition
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Participate in a departmental “Pick-A-Treat”
All COB departments are invited to participate in "pick-a-treat" by providing snacks, candy, etc. on Thursday, Oct. 31. The goal is to encourage employees to stop by other departments, engage, learn more about they have to offer, and “pick-a-treat.” See attached for details.
Wear purple on Thursday
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, HR is asking all COB employees to consider wearing some form of purple on Thursday, Oct. 17. See attached for details.
Enjoy daytime trick or treating at the Zoo
Join the Birmingham Zoo for the Hoots & Howls daytime Halloween festival of events at your Birmingham Zoo from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the last three Saturdays and Sundays in October. For more details on Hoots & Howls, visit www.BirminghamZoo.com.
Check out an art exhibit featuring Joe Minter
Check out a new groundbreaking exhibition in Titusville celebrating renowned artist Joe Minter! Joe Minter Is Here is an art installation being produced in partnership with Create Birmingham, 1504 narrative studios, and Navigate Affordable Housing Partners. It is the first of its kind in Birmingham and features never-before exhibited work from Mr. Minter's personal collection. The exhibition is open now through Sunday, Oct. 20.
Learn more about careers in construction at a family fun day
Come out to a family-friendly fun day celebrating Careers in Construction Month. There will be hands-on activities, competitions, and giveaways. Sunday, Oct. 20. Legion Field, located at 400 Graymont Ave. West. See attached for details.
The Birmingham Public Library to host its Classic event
The Birmingham Public Library will present a 2024 Classic Cocktails event. Let Loose at the Library, a Magic City Classic Kickoff Party on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 5:30-9 p.m. There will be specialty cocktails, tailgate-style food, a cigar lounge, a beer bar, and fun games. Co-hosts will be Lady Woo of 94.9 FM and comedian Jermaine "Funnymaine" Johnson.
See attached for more details about these events
Enjoy the fall season with a family-friendly event
Bring the family out for a fall festival. Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 6-8 p.m. New Creation Christian Fellowship, 924 41st St. North. Frozen Rooster Food Truck will be there. See attached.
Sign up to be a Page Pal today
The City of Birmingham is once again teaming up with Birmingham City Schools and the community with a shared goal: enhancing student reading skills. To continue the push for ensuring every third grader in the City of Birmingham can read at or above grade level, Page Pals sign-ups are now available! For more details on Page Pals and to sign up, please visit bhamyouthfirst.org or call (205) 320-0879.
Support the upcoming Magic City Toy Drive
The City of Birmingham, along with CBS 42 and AmFirst Credit Union, will again host the annual Magic City Toy Drive. Families who are in need of assistance can register up to two (2) children on November 7 from 9 a.m. until capacity is reached. Registration will take place at the City of Birmingham Department of Youth Services, located at 1608 7th Ave. N in Downtown Birmingham. Donations for the drive will be accepted, beginning on November 1st. Please consider donating new and unwrapped toys, coats and bicycles for children ages birth to 10 years old to help supplement low to moderately-low income families with their children's holiday wishes.
Donations can be dropped off at the following locations:
Department of Youth Services
Birmingham City Hall
Birmingham Police Administration Building
North, South, East, and West Birmingham Police Precincts
All Birmingham Fire Rescue Stations
All AmFirst Credit Unions in Birmingham City
For more information, visit www.bhamyouthfirst.org or call 205-320-0879.
Make plans to attend the Magic City Classic
The Magic City Classic is the largest historically black college and university (HBCU) football game in the country. Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University play in the game annually at Legion Field in Birmingham, Alabama, and the winner could potentially earn a spot in the SWAC Championship. Festivities surrounding the game include the Classic Kickoff, Magic City Classic Parade, Tailgate Party, and the famed halftime show performed by the Mighty Marching Hornets and the Marching Maroon and White. It's the last week in October. Get details here: Home - Magic City Classic
Tips from Operation HOPE
Sock-tober is an annual holiday aimed at collecting warm socks for individuals and families in need and is facilitated by kids and adults. Think of covering and protecting your financial well-being with a “Sock Your Savings” challenge. This is a challenge that can be managed by both kids and adults while promoting family engagement around financial literacy. This is a great way to kick off our HOPE Holiday Savings Challenge! Engage in our HOPE Holiday Savings Challenge:
Sock Your Savings Challenge
Theme: Just as socks protect and bring comfort, financial knowledge, and saving can protect and provide comfort to your financial health. Set aside money each week, preparing for the holiday season without going into debt.
For Kids: Find creative ways to save, like doing chores, recycling, or even babysitting. Decorate a jar or sock to save in—this can be a tangible, fun activity and financially empowering. Each week, track how much has been saved and celebrate milestones. Comparison shop to become a smarter shopper. (quality over name brands)
For Adults: Begin a weekly savings goal where you set aside money for holiday gifts, travel, and other expenses. Keep your holiday spending in place by creating a spending plan. Maximize savings and reimagine holiday traditions. Use a holiday budget worksheet to allocate funds to different spending categories.
Holiday Preparation Event:
Enroll in a HOPE credit & money management program, and attend events from October through December to participate in the challenge.
Adult Workshops Focus: Budgeting for the holidays, avoiding common holiday debt traps, and smart holiday shopping strategies.
Activities to share with kids: Fun sessions on earning and saving money, decorating savings socks, and holiday planning.
Throughout the challenge, engage in regular “check-ins” with tips on saving, and holiday readiness tips to keep you motivated and on track.
Contact Judy Woods, America's Financial Wellbeing Coach, at (205) 478-0557 to learn helpful tips and to get details about upcoming events.
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