Community Calendar

St. Peter AME Zion Church
Community Yard Sale sponsored by The Christian Education Department

Free to the Public

Join the Banding Coalition of the Americas and Dauphin Island Bird Sanctuaries from April 5-9, 2025 from 8am-2pm daily, as they co-host a free spring bird banding event on Dauphin Island, AL. The event is held across from the Goat Tree Reserve on Cadillac Ave. Free parking and restrooms are located at Cadillac Square, 661 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island. Get an up-close experience with birds as they are banded by Federally-licensed banders and safely released. Volunteers will present the birds and information about species and habitat preservation on the island in a family-friendly and all levels event. Bring a folding chair and chat for a while as nets are emptied every half-hour. For field trips, group visits, or assistance for people with special needs, please email kyle@bandingcoalition.org well in advance. For further details about the event, see websites: banding coalition.org, dauphin islandbirds.com

Councilor Crystal Smitherman and District 6 have teamed up with HouseProud Atlanta to offer essential home repairs for seniors, veterans, and long-time residents of the Mason City neighborhood on Saturday, April 5th. Volunteers will assist residents with critical home repairs, beautification projects, and community revitalization efforts.

Volunteers will receive breakfast, lunch, and a t-shirt!

Please register to volunteer using the following link: https://mailchi.mp/houseproudatl/op6l78x9r6?fbclid=IwY2xjawJPxfVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHawwZOJP0jSe3k6H5VbabclQVwx-oEghPSMgO7YHHOVyPKFpR2KjQ5Yl6Q_aem_dB5CAnJQOEyjXkflWFuxUw

A free community event to encourage a healthy lifestyle. This event aims to empower our community to embrace healthier lifestyles.
Our Mission is to:
● Educate the community on various physical and mental aspects.
● Connect individuals with valuable resources and healthcare providers within our community.
● Inspire positive lifestyle changes through interactive activities and informative presentations.

What will be provided:
● Cancer Screening Education (prevention and awareness)
● Nutrition counseling and access to fresh produce
● On-site HIV/STD testing
● Blood donations
● Stop the Bleed Training
● CPR training
● Exercise Classes
● Vision Screenings
● Mental Health Awareness

Join the Banding Coalition of the Americas and Dauphin Island Bird Sanctuaries from April 5-9, 2025 from 8am-2pm daily, as they co-host a free spring bird banding event on Dauphin Island, AL. The event is held across from the Goat Tree Reserve on Cadillac Ave. Free parking and restrooms are located at Cadillac Square, 661 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island. Get an up-close experience with birds as they are banded by Federally-licensed banders and safely released. Volunteers will present the birds and information about species and habitat preservation on the island in a family-friendly and all levels event. Bring a folding chair and chat for a while as nets are emptied every half-hour. For field trips, group visits, or assistance for people with special needs, please email kyle@bandingcoalition.org well in advance. For further details about the event, see websites: banding coalition.org, dauphin islandbirds.com

Join the Banding Coalition of the Americas and Dauphin Island Bird Sanctuaries from April 5-9, 2025 from 8am-2pm daily, as they co-host a free spring bird banding event on Dauphin Island, AL. The event is held across from the Goat Tree Reserve on Cadillac Ave. Free parking and restrooms are located at Cadillac Square, 661 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island. Get an up-close experience with birds as they are banded by Federally-licensed banders and safely released. Volunteers will present the birds and information about species and habitat preservation on the island in a family-friendly and all levels event. Bring a folding chair and chat for a while as nets are emptied every half-hour. For field trips, group visits, or assistance for people with special needs, please email kyle@bandingcoalition.org well in advance. For further details about the event, see websites: banding coalition.org, dauphin islandbirds.com

Join the Banding Coalition of the Americas and Dauphin Island Bird Sanctuaries from April 5-9, 2025 from 8am-2pm daily, as they co-host a free spring bird banding event on Dauphin Island, AL. The event is held across from the Goat Tree Reserve on Cadillac Ave. Free parking and restrooms are located at Cadillac Square, 661 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island. Get an up-close experience with birds as they are banded by Federally-licensed banders and safely released. Volunteers will present the birds and information about species and habitat preservation on the island in a family-friendly and all levels event. Bring a folding chair and chat for a while as nets are emptied every half-hour. For field trips, group visits, or assistance for people with special needs, please email kyle@bandingcoalition.org well in advance. For further details about the event, see websites: banding coalition.org, dauphin islandbirds.com

Join the Banding Coalition of the Americas and Dauphin Island Bird Sanctuaries from April 5-9, 2025 from 8am-2pm daily, as they co-host a free spring bird banding event on Dauphin Island, AL. The event is held across from the Goat Tree Reserve on Cadillac Ave. Free parking and restrooms are located at Cadillac Square, 661 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island. Get an up-close experience with birds as they are banded by Federally-licensed banders and safely released. Volunteers will present the birds and information about species and habitat preservation on the island in a family-friendly and all levels event. Bring a folding chair and chat for a while as nets are emptied every half-hour. For field trips, group visits, or assistance for people with special needs, please email kyle@bandingcoalition.org well in advance. For further details about the event, see websites: banding coalition.org, dauphin islandbirds.com

Internationally renowned pianist, author, and storyteller Mona Golabek will take the stage to share the extraordinary story of her mother, Lisa Jura, a young Jewish pianist who survived the Holocaust because of the Kindertransport. Through a moving blend of music and storytelling, Golabek will bring to life the resilience, courage, and legacy of her mother’s journey.

This story speaks to anyone who has ever faced adversity, held onto a dream, or searched for hope in a difficult situation.

The event, presented by a partnership between the Gulf Coast Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education and the Alabama Holocaust Education Center, will take place on Wednesday, April 9th, 6:30 PM at the Saenger Theatre offering audiences an unforgettable evening of history, hope, and the power of music.
Lisa Jura’s story, immortalized in Mona Golabek’s bestselling book The Children of Willesden Lane, recounts her mother’s escape from Nazi-controlled Vienna and her life as a refugee in London. While separated from her family, Lisa found solace and strength in music, eventually pursuing her dream of becoming a concert pianist.

"As I share my mother’s story, I hope to inspire audiences to understand the impact of resilience and the transformative power of the arts," said Golabek. "Music gave my mother hope, and I believe it has the power to unite and heal."

Golabek’s performance, which has captivated audiences worldwide, intertwines masterful piano interpretations of classical works with the deeply personal narrative of survival and determination.
Tickets & Additional Information: General admission tickets are $18 each and can be purchased by clicking here (https://ahecinfo.org/events/mona-golabek-the-children-of-willesden-lane-in-mobile/)
This event is made possible through the generous support of our partners including The Caring Foundation of BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama, Joseph S. Bruno Charitable Foundation, The Jewish Foundation of Mobile, Franco Family Fund, Milton and Tamar Maltz Family Foundation, Larry and Cinda Goldberg, and Samford University.

Council President Darrell O’Quinn and District 5 have partnered with House Proud to provide much-needed cosmetic home repairs for seniors in the Smithfield neighborhood Saturday, April 12. Show up, get involved, and make a visible impact in the community.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided!

Attendees will be assisting senior residents with painting, landscaping, pressure washing, and other home beautification efforts to help improve their quality of life and foster a strong sense of pride in their neighborhood.