August Events Not to Miss in Shelby County

A new school year is about to start, but the summer season is still providing those extra hours of daylight we can all enjoy. Check our list of events happening in the area as you plan your last days of summer.

• • •

LOCAL FARMERS’ MARKETS

July-August

Everyone knows the freshest, most delicious produce comes from local farmers. Check this list of farmers’ markets open in Shelby County this summer to know where you can snap up all the best fruits and vegetables:

• Alabaster Farmers Market

Open Saturdays 8 a.m.-12 p.m. behind Alabaster Senior Center

More information: Cityofalabaster.com

• Burnette Farms Market

Open year-round (hours change seasonally)

More information: Burnettefarmsmarket.com

• Columbiana Trade Days

Open second Saturdays of the month at the corner of Mill and College streets

More information: (205) 305-8632

• Helena Market Days

Open Saturdays 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at Helena Amphitheater

More information: Facebook.com/The.Helena.Market.Days/

• Montevallo Farmers’ Market

Open Mondays 3-6 p.m. behind Montevallo First Baptist Church

More information: Facebook.com/montevallofarmersmarket/

• Mt Laurel Farmers Market and Craft Fair

Open Saturdays 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at Mt Laurel Town Center

More information: Mtlaurel.com

• The Marketplace at Lee Branch

Open Saturdays 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at Lee Branch Shopping Center parking lot

More information: Themarketplaceatleebranch.com

• Valleydale Farmers Market

Open Saturdays 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at Faith Presbyterian Church

More information: Valleydalefarmersmarket.com

• • •

CELEBRATE AMERICA!

July 31

American Village

Gates open at 11 a.m.

The American Village’s signature summer program offers red, white and blue fun for the whole family. Read the Village Gazette when you arrive at the Visitors Center to find out the day’s revolutionary events between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $5 (free to veterans, active military and children 4 and under. For more information, visit Americanvillage.org.

• • •

JUST SHOW UP SHOW

Aug. 1

Orr Park

7 p.m.

Popular music artists including Alessia Cara and Echosmith will perform at 103.7 The Q’s Just Show Up Show in the scenic confines of Montevallo’s Orr Park. The best part is the show is free to attend and open to the public. Get there early to claim a good spot!

• • •

SUMMER ICE SKATING CAMP

Aug. 3

Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena

7:45 a.m.-4 p.m.

A Lion King-themed skating camp will teach kids ages 5-12 how to skate and will include 17 hours of skating time, three hours of off-ice workouts and five hours of arts, crafts and G-rated movies. Lunch is included. The cost is $275 for the week. For more information or to register, contact (205) 620-6448, ext. 261.

WHAT TO DO IN SHELBY COUNTY

Aug. 12
Teen Leadership Council Meeting
North Shelby Library
6 p.m.

Aug. 15
NSL Book Club
North Shelby Library
10:30 a.m.

Aug. 17
Teen Volunteer Day
North Shelby Library
All Day

Aug. 20
After School Movie
Parnell Memorial Library
3:30 p.m.

Aug. 20
Preschool Kitchen Science
North Shelby Library
10:30 a.m.

Aug. 22
Bilingual Storytime
Parnell Memorial Library
6 p.m.

Aug. 22
Super Smash Bros Tournament
North Shelby Library
6 p.m.

Aug. 23
Playing with Playdough
Parnell Memorial Library
3:30 p.m.

Aug. 27
Forgotten Alabama with Glen Wills
Parnell Memorial Library
6 p.m.

AROUND TOWN

Aug. 11
The Pink Bride Wedding Show
BJCC
11 a.m.

Aug. 16
The Steeldrivers
Lyric Theatre
8 p.m.

Aug. 19-25
Sidewalk Film Festival
Alabama Theatre

Aug. 21
Judah & The Lion: Pep Talks World Wide Tour
Legacy Arena at BJCC
7:30 p.m.

Aug. 24
Taste of 4^th Avenue Jazz Festival
Fourth Avenue Historic District in Birmingham
2 p.m.

Aug. 24
Black Jacket Symphony Present: Eagles Hotel California
BJCC
8 p.m.

Aug. 29
Improv Jam
The Dance Foundation
6:30 p.m.

Did we miss any events? Do you have an event coming up in a future month? Email emily.sparacino@shelbyliving.com to submit yours.