Board games and waffles, farmer’s markets and a movie night—June in Mountain Brook is chock full of summer fun.
1. Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church Farmer’s Market
Saturdays | 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church
There’s no better way to begin a weekend than with a leisurely walk around a farmer’s market browsing fresh fruit and vegetables.
2. Game On!
Saturday, June 1 | 1-4 p.m.
Emmet O’Neal Public Library
Calling all rising seventh to 12th graders! Come challenge your friends to a board game or video game competition. Waffles will be served all afternoon. Registration is not required, but appreciated and can be completed at eolib.org.
3. Book Launch with Patti Callahan Henry
Sunday, June 2 | 2-4 p.m.
FarmStand by Stone Hollow Farmstead at Pepper Place
Come celebrate Mountain Brook resident Patti Callahan Henry’s newest novel, The Favorite Daughter, which has an official release date of June 4. Stop by to meet the New York Times bestselling author and enjoy live music, food and door prizes. The first 50 guests will also receive swag bags.
4. Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Tuesday, June 4 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Join actor Michael O’Neill and lawyer Mary O’Neill for networking, lunch and a program discussing the business of Hollywood. Lunch is $25 for members and $30 for non-members. Doors open for networking at 11:30 a.m., and the program begins at 11:30 a.m. Register online at mtnbrookchamber.org.
5. Flicks Among the Flowers: The Sandlot
Wednesday, June 5 | 6 p.m. gates, 8 p.m. movie
Birmingham Botanical Gardens Formal Gardens
Bring your picnic blanket, and a picnic too if you like, and watch Will Smith’s Hitch character teach men how to woo women. Admission is free, but at $5 donation is suggested. Also save the date July 17 to come see Field of Dreams.
6. Shades Valley Presbyterian Farmer’s Market
Wednesdays | 3-6 p.m.
Shades Valley Presbyterian Church
Hang out with friends and neighbors, meet your local farmers and buy fresh, local produce straight from the people who grew it.
7. Family Yoga in the Gardens
Saturday, June 8 | 9-10 a.m.
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Join instructor Annie Damsky for the first family yoga class of the summer at the gardens. This class includes breathing exercises and both individual and partner yoga poses. Children ages 3 and up are welcome. The class costs $15 for one adult and one child, and each additional family member costs $5. Register at bbgardens.org.
8. Find Your Way: College & Career Panel
Saturday, June 8 | 1-4 p.m.
Emmet O’Neal Public Library
What major should you choose? What college should you go to? How do you find the right scholarships? Teens can attend the this panel to explore answers to those questions.
9. CAT Cabaret: “Three on a String”
Thursday-Saturday, June 13-15 | 6:30 p.m. Doors, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Show
Central Alabama Theater inside Steeple Arts
Led by their master of ceremonies Jerry Ryan, Three on a String has been a bluegrass trio for 48 years now with musicians Bobby Horton, Andy Meginniss and Brad Ryan. Tickets range from $15-$40 and can be purchased at eventbrite.com.
10. Art House Film Series: Journey to Italy
Wednesday, June 26 | 6:30 p.m.
Emmet O’Neal Public Library
It’s time for movie night! Come enjoy the 1954 classic black and white drama starring Ingrid Bergman and George Sanders.
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