7 Events Not to Miss in Shelby County

1. Fire on the Water

July 1

Pelham

Celebrate Independence Day with family fun and fireworks at Oak Mountain State Park. Festivities will take place from 5-9 p.m. at the park, located at 200 Terrace Drive. After the sun goes down, the fireworks will go up!

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2. Paint & Pour

July 3

North Shelby Library

Need to unwind after a long day? Come to the library from 6-8:30 p.m. and get creative on the canvas! Adult beverages and light snacks will be served. The cost is $5 at registration. Call (205) 439-5510.

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3. Jazz in the Park

July 8

Helena Amphitheater

Let lively rhythms set the tone for your evening at this free concert at the Helena Amphitheater from 6-9 p.m. The event, returning to Helena for a fourth consecutive year, will be highlighted by musicians North “Zunes” Woodall and Lin Rountree. Families can bring chairs and enjoy jazz entertainment near the banks of Buck Creek. For more information on Magic City Smooth Jazz and to view a full schedule for Jazz in the Park events, visit Magiccitysmoothjazz.com.

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4. Shelby County Shindig

July 14

Columbiana

Live music, fresh-from-the-smoker barbecue and cold brews will abound at this year’s Shindig event in downtown Columbiana. Event admission is $10 and includes a wristband for the 4 p.m. barbecue tasting. Tickets for $5 are available for those not wanting to sample the barbecue. The event will also include food vendors and children’s activities.

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5. Horseback Riding Camp

July 16-20

Rocking S Farm

Saddle up for summer! Rocking S Farm in Helena will hold horseback riding camp this month. Wednesday camp dates are July 11, July 25 and Aug. 1. For more information, call (205) 441-9490.

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6. Thyme to Cook for Kids

July 9-13 + July 23-27

St. Vincent’s One Nineteen

Young cooks will take to the kitchen to learn how to prepare from scratch recipes daily. Some past favorites include Alabama “fried” green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, homemade chips and salsa, grilled corn on the cob and Bananas Foster. Participants will learn where food comes from and how to prepare it in a healthy way. Cooking utilizes science and math skills, and sharpens reading comprehension, listening, direction-following and social skills. A session for kids ages 7-9 will be held July 9-13, and one for kids ages 10-12 will be held July 23-27. Sessions are from 8 a.m.-noon or 1-5 p.m. The half-day program with Camp One Nineteen in the afternoon is available for $19 per day. The cost is $225 per session. For more information, call (205) 408-6550.

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7. Bye Bye Birdie

July 19

South City Theatre

Follow the story of 1960s teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie who, after being drafted, chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a public farewell kiss. Performances are set for July 19-21 at 7:30 p.m. and July 22 at 2 p.m. at Pelham High School. For more information, email southcitytheatre.com.

WHAT TO DO IN SHELBY COUNTY

•July 14

Diabetes Walk for Camp Seale Harris

Veterans Park on Valleydale Road

1 p.m.

•July 14

Saturday Crafts

Pelham Public Library

10 a.m.

•July 14

Summer Lovin’ Dinner with Tiffany Reisz

North Shelby Library

7 p.m.

•July 16

Children’s Movie Monday

Pelham Public Library

2 p.m.

•July 16

Doc Atoms Science Show

North Shelby Library

11 a.m.

•July 16

Mt Laurel Photography Exhibit with Bob Quarles

Mt Laurel Library

6 p.m.

•July 17

BINGO!

Pelham Public Library

10:30 a.m.

•July 17

Maintaining the Vegetable Garden

North Shelby Library

10 a.m.

•July 17

Ice Cream Social

North Shelby Library

4:30 p.m.

•July 18

Tween Program – Candy Sushi

North Shelby Library

2 p.m.

•July 19

PJ Story Time

Pelham Public Library

6:30 p.m.

•July 19

Tech Time

Pelham Public Library

2 p.m.

•July 19

Color Therapy for Adults

North Shelby Library

6 p.m.

•July 20

Brick Brigade

Pelham Public Library

10:30 a.m.

•July 21

Summer Reading End Party with Get Rhythm

North Shelby Library

10:30 a.m.

•July 23

Shark Week Family Game Night

North Shelby Library

6 p.m.

•July 24

Summer Reading Finale

Pelham Public Library

10:30 a.m.

•July 24

Mt Laurel Tween Cupcake Decorating

Mt Laurel Library

4 p.m.

•July 25

Mt Laurel End Party with Skip Cain, the Magic Guy

Mt Laurel Library

2 p.m.

•July 26

Mt Laurel Acrylics 101

Mt Laurel Library

6 p.m.

•July 28

Mt Laurel Lego Club

Mt Laurel Library

11 a.m.

AROUND TOWN

•July 15

Mark Schantz

Hoover Public Library

2:30-3:30 p.m.

•July 14-15

Sloss Music & Arts Festival

Sloss Furnaces

•July 16

DIY Bath Products

Hoover Public Library

6:30-7:30 p.m.

•July 17

Koo Koo Kanga Roo

Hoover Public Library

10:30 a.m.+2 p.m.+6:30 p.m.

•July 18

Flicks Among the Flowers

Jaws

Birmingham Botanical Gardens

6 p.m. Gates, 8 p.m. Film

•July 18-22

Birmingham Barons vs. Jackson Generals

Regions Field

•July 19

Opening Reception for Merrilee Challis

Hoover Public Library

5:30-7:30 p.m.

•July 20

Friday Night Flicks – Coco

Veterans Park

7-9 p.m.

•July 24

BubbleMania!

Hoover Public Library

10:30 a.m.+2 p.m.+6:30 p.m.

•July 24-27

Birmingham Barons vs. Tennessee Smokies

Regions Field

•July 26-Aug. 5

Hairspray Jr.

Virginia Samford Theatre

•July 27

Friday Night Flicks – Rain Date

Veterans Park

7-9 p.m.

•July 27

SciFi/Fantasy Fest

Hoover Public Library

All Day

•July 31

American Girl

Hoover Public Library

2 p.m.+6:30 p.m.