NOVEMBER IN SHELBY COUNTY

Here's what's happening in Shelby County this month.

HIGHLIGHTS

Fourth Annual Harpersville Day
Nov. 11
8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Harpersville
The Fourth Annual Harpersville Day Celebration, “Red, White and The Blues,” will feature live music from Chad Baker Band and Automatic Slim Blues Band, a parade, a Salute to Veterans Hay Bale Contest, local talent, an antique car show, arts and crafts, food vendors, free children’s activities and more. There’s plenty for the whole family to enjoy throughout the day.

Hedgie Hello
Nov. 1+8+15
11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Stop by the North Shelby Library to say hello to its pet hedgehog, Oliver! Staff will take him out of his cage and feed him a few treats. Everyone is welcome to come and watch.

Southern Living Inspired Home Tours
Throughout November
Fridays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sundays, 12-4 p.m.
Mt Laurel
The debut of Birmingham’s first Southern Living Inspired Home in Mt Laurel in October generated excitement. The good news is tours of the home will continue every weekend this month. Guests will be treated to cooking demonstrations from Southern Living talent and a Southern Living themed raffle drawing. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10, and all proceeds benefit the Friends of the Mt Laurel Library. More details are available at Mtlaurel.com.

‘Forgotten Alabama’ Book Signing
Nov. 4
2-4 p.m.
Pelham Public Library
Local author Glenn Wills will hold a book presentation and signing for “Forgotten Alabama,” in which he has captured neglected places across the state in photographs. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear and see a presentation of his work at this free event. Call (205) 620-6418 to reserve a seat.

Helena Market Days
Saturdays through Nov. 18
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Helena’s fall farmers market will take place each Saturday morning at the Helena Amphitheatre. For more information, including a farmer’s list, weekly scheduled events and links to chef recipes, visit Helenamarketdays.com.

Montevallo Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
Nov. 30
6 p.m.
Main Street in Montevallo
Parade information and participation forms are available at the Montevallo Chamber of Commerce at 845 Valley Street or at Montevallocc.com.

Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov. 30
5 p.m.
Hoover City Hall
The Christmas tree outside Hoover City Hall will be illuminated for all to see at this annual celebration for families. Musical performances, hot chocolate and other highlights will make this a memorable night.

 

WHAT TO DO IN SHELBY COUNTY

Nov. 1
Mt Laurel Toddler Tales
Mt Laurel Library
10 a.m.

Nov. 2
South Shelby Chamber Membership Luncheon
Columbiana First Baptist Church
11:30 a.m.

Montevallo High School football game
At Fultondale
7 p.m.

Spain Park High School football game
At home vs. Minor
7 p.m.

Nov. 3
Briarwood Christian School football game
At home vs. Madison Academy
7 p.m.

Calera High School Football Game
At home vs. Sylacauga
7 p.m.

Chelsea High School football game
At home vs. Cullman
7 p.m.

Helena High School football game
At Pell City
7 p.m.

Oak Mountain High School football game
At home vs. Hazel Green
7 p.m.

Pelham High School football game
At John Carroll
7 p.m.

Shelby County High School football game
At home vs. Jemison
7 p.m.

Thompson High School football game
At Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa
7 p.m.

Vincent High School football game
At Victory Christian
7 p.m.

Nov. 6
Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
North Shelby Library
10:45 a.m.

Nov. 7
Election Day
United States

Color Therapy for Adults
North Shelby Library
6 p.m.

Mt Laurel Book Club
Mt Laurel Library
7 p.m.

Nov. 8
Open Gaming
North Shelby Library
3:30 p.m.

Nov. 9
Crafty Saturday at Mt Laurel
Mt Laurel Library
10 a.m.

MVES Singers Veterans Day Concert
Meadow View Elementary School
9 a.m.

Nov. 10
Anime Afternoons
North Shelby Library
2 p.m.

Nov. 11
Rock Painting
North Shelby Library
4 p.m.

Nov. 12
Tuesday Tech: Engineering
North Shelby Library
3:30 p.m.

Nov. 13
Mt Laurel Library ROCKS!
Mt Laurel Library
4 p.m.

Nov. 15
Mt Laurel Treasure Salvage
Mt Laurel Library
5:30 p.m.

Nov. 15+16
Friends of the Library Book Sale
North Shelby Library

Nov. 18
HMS Dance Team Holiday Market
Helena Middle School
9 a.m.

Nov. 19
Mt Laurel Picture Book Club
Mt Laurel Library
4 p.m.

Nov. 20
Homeschool Hangout Author Bobby Matthews
North Shelby Library
1 p.m.

Nov. 21
Teen Leadership Council Meeting
North Shelby Library
6 p.m.

Nov. 23
Mt Laurel Lego Club
Mt Laurel Library
11 a.m.

Nov. 24
Alabama Cotton and Bemis Bags, Pieced into Quilt History
North Shelby Library
2 p.m.

Nov. 28
Pajama Storytime
North Shelby Library
6:30 p.m.

AROUND TOWN

Nov. 1
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
The Alabama Theatre
7 p.m.

Nov. 2
Dia de los Muertos
Pepper Place
4-10 p.m.

Nov. 3
Southern Momma An Em Comedy Tour 2017
The Alabama Theatre
7:30 p.m.

Nov. 3-12
The Taming of the Shrew
Virginia Samford Theatre

Nov. 4
The Beach Boys
The Alabama Theatre
7:30 p.m.

Nov. 5
Emmylou Harris
Alys Stephens Center
7 p.m.

Nov. 10
Dionne Warwick
Alys Stephens Center
8 p.m.

Nov. 11
National Veterans Day Parade
Downtown Birmingham
1:30 p.m.

Nov. 16-19
STARS: A Charlie Brown Christmas
Virginia Samford Theatre

Nov. 17
Illusionist Kevin Spencer
Alys Stephens Center

Nov. 18
John Prine
The Alabama Theatre
8 p.m.

Nov. 18-19
Dolores Hydock Silence: The Adventure of a Medieval Warrior Woman
Red Mountain Theatre Company Cabaret Theatre

Nov. 27
The Hip Hop Nutcracker (Touring)
The Alabama Theatre
7:30 p.m.