April Events in Shelby County

The weather might not always agree, but spring is here, and there are many ways to enjoy it in Shelby County. Check our full list of April events to figure out what you’ll do this month.

HIGHLIGHTS

Mt Laurel Spring Festival

April 7

10 a.m.-3 p.m.

The Town of Mt Laurel

Springtime is here, and that can only mean one thing: It’s time for the annual Mt Laurel Spring Festival once again. Residents and guests can enjoy this street fair, featuring fare from local restaurants and food trucks, artisan and farmer pop-up booths, live music on the Bryson Square Stage and a Kid’s Park with inflatables, rides, face painting and a playground. More information is available at Mtlaurel.com.

Leadership Shelby County Golf Tournament

April 16

11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Riverchase Country Club

It’s tee time! The Leadership Shelby County Golf Tournament benefiting youth scholarships will include golf, food and prizes. Funds raised during the tournament will provide three college scholarships for graduates of the Youth Leadership Shelby County Program.

King’s Home Shelby Auxiliary Tablescapes

April 18

10 a.m.

Metro Church of God in Hoover

Think you’ve seen beautifully decorated tables? Think again. The annual King’s Home Shelby Auxiliary Tablescapes event will provide a feast for the eyes, all for a good cause. Doors open at 10 a.m. for a sip-n-see and silent auction. Lunch will be served at 11:45 a.m., and Jenna Forehand with Living Deeper Ministries will share a message. Tickets are $40 and are available by contacting Barbara Brickner at bricknermbb@charter.net or (205) 837-8175 or Kingshomeshelbyaux.org.

Taste of Pelham

April 19

6-8 p.m.

Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena

If you’re planning to attend the Pelham Library Guild’s fifth annual Taste of Pelham, you better go hungry and ready to sample lots of food and drink samples from local restaurants, caterers and beverage providers in the area. Nearly 27 vendors from Shelby County and beyond will showcase two to three of their signature dishes. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Tickets are sold through Eventbright.com, at Pelham Public Library and Iberiabank, located at 2695 Pelham Parkway. Vendors interested in participating in the event should contact library director Mary Campbell at 620-6418 or mcampbell@pelhamalabama.gov.

Shelby County Senior Picnic

April 26

8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Shelby County Extension Center in Columbiana

The 2018 Shelby County Senior Picnic and Musical Extravaganza promises fun and fellowship for all senior residents who attend. This year’s event will feature the University of Montevallo Music and Theatre Departments. To make a reservation, call (205) 610-7994, fax (205) 610-7993 or log on to ShelbyAL.com by April 20. Indicate each name in your party to help organizers have an accurate count for door prizes, food and giveaway items. Residents age 55 and older are welcome. Those who have transportation needs should contact their nearest senior center.

 Alabaster Fourth Fridays

April 27

Field behind Alabaster City Hall

The Angel Warriors Foundation is collaborating with the city of Alabaster to organize a series of events called Fourth Fridays for summer 2018. The events will take place on the fourth Friday of each month from April to August. They will feature local food trucks, vendors and areas for kids and teens, along with a sensory-friendly area for people with special needs. Proceeds from the events will benefit AWF programs that serve members of the community with special needs.

Festival of Tulips

April

The American Village

The American Village Festival of Tulips features more than 100,000 flowers. Through mid-April (depending on bloom time), the Festival of Tulips will once again provide an outing for clubs, groups and families. The field of tulips, with replicas of some of America’s most historic places as a backdrop, creates a one-of-a-kind photo opportunity, so guests are encouraged to bring a camera. As the only you-pick tulip field in the region, visitors can take home armfuls of blooms. Tulips will be $1.50 each plus tax, bulb included. Weekday admission to the American Village Festival of Tulips will be $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and youth, and free to veterans, active military and children 4 and under. Weekend admission will be $5.

WHAT TO DO IN SHELBY COUNTY

April 14

Writing Workshop with Don Keith

North Shelby Library

9 a.m.

April 14

Mt Laurel Crafty Saturday

Mt Laurel Library

10 a.m.

April 17

Pete the Cat Book Club

Albert L. Scott Library

6 p.m.

April 18

Coffee with the Mayor of Chelsea

Chelsea Community Center

8:30 a.m.

April 18

Teen Homeschool Art Club

North Shelby Library

2:30 p.m.

April 19

NSL Book Club

North Shelby Library

10:30 a.m.

April 19

Mt Laurel Pinwheel Bouquet

Mt Laurel Library

4 p.m.

April 20

American Girls Club: Spring Fashion Show

Albert L. Scott Library

4 p.m.

April 21

Mt Laurel Lego Club

Mt Laurel Library

10 a.m.

April 23

Magic Tree House Passport to Adventure

Albert L. Scott Library

4 p.m.

April 29

Watercolor Basics

North Shelby Library

2 p.m.

April 29+30

Bye Bye, Birdie Auditions

South City Theatre

April 29, 2 p.m.

April 30, 7 p.m.

AROUND TOWN

April 17

IGNITE Volunteer Awards Ceremony

The Club in Birmingham

April 20-22

Motown The Musical

BJCC Concert Hall

April 19-29

Ain’t Misbehavin’

Virginia Samford Theatre

April 20-22

Indy Grand Prix of Alabama

Barber Motorsports Park

April 25

Rockin’ Road to Dublin

Lyric Theatre

April 27-29

Magic City Art Connection

Linn Park