Weekend Roundup: Sept. 21-24

Russell Hooks -

From Greek Fest to Breakin’ Bread, You’re sure to get your fill of fun and food this weekend!


Another weekend of fun food festivals is here! In addition to The Greek Festival, kicking off Thursday, and Breakin’ Bread, at Sloss this Sunday, there are also other great events to try. You can enjoy an adult game night, play some trivia, and listen to some free tunes! Find out when and where in our list below! **[#RUhappenin](https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/ruhappenin/)** ___
**Business Breakthrough Sessions: Industry Disruptors Thurs, Sept. 21, 7:30-9:30am Cost: FREE At: Forge ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Pizitz+Parking+Deck/@33.5133997,-86.810708,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891b93bec98a15:0x29ada5ca4858d366!8m2!3d33.5133997!4d-86.8085193))** **[Forge's](http://happeninsintheham.com/kim-lee-founder-of-forge-has-created-an-inviting-coworking-space-in-the-heart-of-downtown-birmingham/)** first Business Breakthrough session will share local business leaders' wisdom and lessons learned through starting a company in Birmingham. The first session features Bham's own Kasey Birdsong, CEO of **[Planet Fundraiser](http://happeninsintheham.com/look-whos-happenin-kasey-birdsong-of-planet-fundraiser/)** as its keynote speaker. A panel of entrepreneurs will also share their wisdom on starting successful companies! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/169221616975688/)**
**Greek Food Festival Thurs-Sat, Sept. 21-23, 10:30am-10pm Cost: FREE At: Greek Orthodox Cathedral ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Greek+Orthodox+Cathedral/@33.5133984,-86.8260289,14z/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1sgreek+festival+birmingham!3m4!1s0x88891bead31904ad:0x2d375711ff44a4da!8m2!3d33.5092893!4d-86.8036346))** Come get a taste of the Greek culture this weekend! Enjoy live Greek food and pastries, Greek band, Greek dancers, Church Tours, Gifts, and much more! This is one of our favorite food festivals each year especially when we get to the dessert table! **[Click here for more info.](http://www.birminghamgreekfestival.net)**
**¡HICA! Open House Thurs, Sept. 21, 4:30-6pm Cost: FREE At: ¡HICA! Bham ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Hispanic+Interest+Coalition+of+Alabama+(¡HICA!)/@33.4676324,-86.832657,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891eb9cbab5b47:0xa200c033548719ef!8m2!3d33.4676324!4d-86.8304683))** Come help kick-off the Hispanic Heritage Month at ¡HICA!'s Open House. Visit their 'casa' in West Homewood and learn about their work in the community and try some delicious tamales! Seriously, though, the tamales are amazing! ¡HICA!, Making Birmingham More Welcoming! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/1848009532194361/)**
**Brookwood LIVE! Thurs, Sept. 21, 5-9pm Cost: FREE At: Brookwood Village ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Brookwood+Village/@33.46966,-86.774361,17z/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1sBrookwood+Village,+Homewood,+AL!3m4!1s0x88891990bcce35d5:0x97a8d8497f4caab3!8m2!3d33.470018!4d-86.771001))** Enjoy the second night of the three-part Brookwood Live fall concert series this Thursday! Brookwood Live will feature outdoor dining from the restaurants on Village Lane, live music from Bonus Round, dancing, and fun for the entire family! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/331184870676708/)**
**Queso for Critters Thurs, Sept. 21, 5pm Cost: FREE to attend At: ROJO Bham ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rojo/@33.5061078,-86.7832555,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891a3521bf6115:0x7cdfe2b9546d146d!8m2!3d33.5061078!4d-86.7810668))** Tacos, queso, margaritas - oh my! Queso for Critters benefiting the Greater Birmingham Humane Society will be held Thursday, Sept. 21 from 5 p.m. to midnight at Rojo Birmingham. Dogs are welcome on the patio. No tickets required - dine that night and 10% of the night's proceeds sold will directly benefit the animals of the GBHS! Also, $1 of every Tito's Handmade Vodka cocktail sold that night will benefit the GBHS! Hosted by the GBHS Young Professionals Board. **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/474455036260216/)**
**General Knowledge Trivia Thurs, Sept. 21, 7pm Cost: FREE At: Hoover Library ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Hoover+Public+Library/@33.3878333,-86.8068168,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8889220dc0b6e0a1:0x196b740835a068c4!8m2!3d33.3878333!4d-86.8046281))** This ain’t bar trivia! Compete for prizes in this monthly trivia night! While they normally have themed trivia nights, this will be general knowledge trivia. They might ask you about movies, geography, celebrity gossip, books, etc.! Be prepared for anything and bring your A game, because it gets heated! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/1238838882908155/)**
**Jurassic Quest Fri-Sun, Sept. 22-24, Opens at 3pm (Fri) 9am (Sat/Sun) Cost: $20 At: BJCC ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/BJCC/@33.5238291,-86.8150282,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891b84d96b7263:0x9b0d7fa1079b3e78!8m2!3d33.5238291!4d-86.8128395))** Unleash your inner Ross Gellar at Jurassic Quest: Return of the Dinosaurs! This is an interactive experience that takes you through time from the Middle Triassic to the Late Cretaceous Era with the help of 50 museum quality and animatronic dinosaurs! Beyond the exhibit you will have lots of fun, engaging activities for kids of all ages. Watch as these dinosaurs come alive before your eyes. Remember, “Life will find a way!” **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/jurassicquest/)**
**Homestead Hollow Fri-Sun, Sept. 22-24, All Day Cost: FREE At: Homestead Hollow ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Homestead+Hollow/@33.7857587,-86.4871685,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88899dd1b6365471:0xf9ef88145f9297d6!8m2!3d33.7857587!4d-86.4849798))** Nothing says Autumn like a good fall festival! Just up the road you’ll find Homestead Hollow's fall arts and crafts festival.! This is a great outing for the whole family where you can shop all sorts of arts and crafts! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/homesteadhollow/)**
**Bier Choir Fri, Sept. 22, 6pm Cost: FREE At: Good People Brewing ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Good+People+Brewing+Company/@33.5069731,-86.8143766,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891bed7ddc8047:0xb45471d029e1e99e!8m2!3d33.5069731!4d-86.8121879))** People love beer and they love to sing. Sometimes they even do it when they aren’t in their car or shower! This is first and foremost a community centered around song singing and beer drinking. The goal is simple: fun and fellowship- all are welcome! Absolutely zero experience required! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/114156072611497/)**
**Sweet Home Brews Firkin Fest Fri, Sept. 22, 6pm Cost: $25 At: Sidebar ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/SIDE+BAR/@33.5118019,-86.788461,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891bb4320d33a1:0x5b54bbca5485ea93!8m2!3d33.5118019!4d-86.7862723))** Join the Junior Board of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Alabama on Friday, September 22 at SideBar in Lakeview as they host the 3rd Annual Sweet Home Brews event! What is a firkin? It's a small barrel of beer that is dedicated to being a “true ale.” Be the judge of Alabama's best breweries as you cast your vote for your favorite firkin! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/470031520024729/)**
**Birmingham Ghost Walk Fri, Sept. 22, 7:30pm Cost: $20 At: Downtown Birmingham** Birmingham's guided walk through the interesting and darkest history. This tour covers the earliest history of the city, two of our haunted hotels, three of our founding churches, and the saga of one of the most infamous murders and riots in early Birmingham, along with all the dark and unusual history the Birmingham Ghost Walk is known for! The starting location will be sent upon registration. **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/1514985908547529/)**
**Adult Game Night Fri, Sept. 22, 8pm Cost: $10 At: Iron City Bham ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Iron+City+Bham/@33.5118019,-86.788461,17z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891bc0a1443b55:0xc397c3c0dadc684e!8m2!3d33.508914!4d-86.79786))** People had such a ball at the first game night this summer that the folks at Iron City are making it a regular event! Join in at Iron City Bham for a game night just for adults! This event is 21+. **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/125993984705451/)**
**Global Mala 2017 Sat, Sept. 23, 8am Cost: FREE At: Vulcan Park & Museum ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Vulcan+Park+%26+Museum/@33.4917,-86.7977257,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891bd90950f017:0x4a5843a1e1144cf!8m2!3d33.4917!4d-86.795537))** Get your **[Sunrise Salutations](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IUyY9Dyr5w)** on! 108 of them to be exact! It's that time of year again! Global Mala is this Saturday at Vulcan Park! Salute the sun under Vulcan’s moon! Bring your yoga mats and workout clothes and start your Saturday off right! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/335569646871292/)**
**Woodlawn Street Market Sat, Sept. 23, 10am-4pm Cost: FREE At: Woodlawn ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/SocialVenture/@33.5396418,-86.7528508,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891a85128c313f:0x239d72b5d9b8af7e!8m2!3d33.5396418!4d-86.7506621))** Woodlawn Street Market is an urban street market, in the heart of Historic Woodlawn, conceived for those who are always searching for unique, specialty creations. Patrons can expect merchants selling produce, goods, and prepared food, along with a few home-grown restaurants and retailers. The market will offer Birminghamians a gathering place – a locale for taking in an amazing meal or picking up a few inspiring pieces to add to their collection. **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/1054997634631821/)**
**Red Hills Brewing 1yr Anniversary Sat, Sept. 23, 12pm Cost: FREE At: Red Hills Brewing ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Red+Hills+Brewing+Company/@33.479307,-86.7966158,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8889196458a6f4e7:0x9b70f4aa41141e9b!8m2!3d33.479307!4d-86.7944271))** Has it already been a year?! Join Red Hills as they celebrate thier one year anniversary, tailgate style! Don’t worry, they will have the games on the tv's and some special surprises! So come and celebrate this local brewery! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/136957063586822/)**
**End Addiction: Bham Recovery Walk Sat, Sept. 23, 5-9pm Cost: FREE At: Railroad Park ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Railroad+Park+Foundation/@33.508301,-86.8141607,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891bed2acefd0d:0x398bcd85b0889d19!8m2!3d33.508301!4d-86.811972))** This is a cause that is near and dear to our hearts here at Happenin’s in the ‘Ham. We’ve lost too many friends to addiction, and recovery is part of our daily lives. That said, come out and walk to celebrate recovery from addiction and end the stigma! This is a free event and anyone is welcome to attend! Come show your support! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/1209001459197283/)**
**Jams for Brunch Sun, Sept. 24, 11:30am Cost: $25 (Includes Food) At: The Grill at Iron City ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Grill+at+Iron+City/@33.5086911,-86.7996714,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891bc0af0ad88f:0x876bd54436ba27d0!8m2!3d33.5086911!4d-86.7974827))** Kimmy Schmidt would say that her jams are Grape, Jock, and Space! Well add this to the list! Jams for Brunch is a monthly concert & brunch event at Iron City! Join in for the first event this Sunday! Your ticket includes :
  • A delicious brunch buffet prepared by our chefs in The Grill at Iron City
  • Live music from Riverbend
  • A drink ticket, good for one FREE Bloody Mary or Mimosa

Click here to make your reservation.


**BREAKIN’ BREAD! Sun, Sept. 24, 1-5pm Cost: $35 At: Sloss Furnaces ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sloss+Furnaces/@33.5206505,-86.7932495,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88891bafff39322d:0x4ed8f930de175988!8m2!3d33.5206505!4d-86.7910608))** Brace yourself as 31 restaurants and vendors woo you with their delectable offerings at Sloss Furnaces this Sunday! Presented by the Birmingham Originals, come enjoy a day with UNLIMITED (#ChallengeAccepted) food samplings along with craft beer and wine, a kid’s zone with special activities for the little ones, live musical entertainment and more! We will be covering the event, so come say hi to us! See you there! **[Click here for more info.](http://www.breakinbreadbham.com)**
**Sunday Hike Series Sun, Sept. 24, 2-4pm Cost: FREE At: Cosby Lake Park ([map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cosby+Lake+Park/@33.6851108,-86.6284966,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88890ba19ad39791:0x2988e2bda461ff92!8m2!3d33.6851108!4d-86.6263079))** Join Freshwater Land Trust for their first Sunday hike of the fall at the beautiful Cosby Lake Park in Clay, Alabama. They'll meet at 2 PM next to the parking lot and will explore the six-acre park. Bring your friends and family! These guided Sunday hikes are always FREE and a great opportunity to explore new outdoor places around Jefferson County! **[Click here for more info.](https://www.facebook.com/events/1757243721235645/)**