Shuttlesworth-
Documentary Film Premiere

Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth was raised in the segregated Birmingham, but he was forged by its attempt to kill him. When the KKK planted a bomb under his bed and he emerged unharmed, he was sure he was saved by God to lead a Movement.

This documentary explores his life and legacy and how he inspired liberation movements around the world. Don't miss this free premier at the historic Carver Theater in Birmingham on Thursday, December 15th at 6 p.m.

Reception - 6:00 p.m.
Screening - 7:00 p.m. followed by a Q&A with the producers and other honored guests.
World AIDS Day of Remembrance

On Thursday, December 1, 2022, the City of Birmingham remembered those who lost their lives to AIDS or AIDS related illnesses. The City of Birmingham presented several organizations with a proclamation, free education and testing were also available to those who attended the event outside of Birmingham City Hall.

In addition, the City of Birmingham was honored to display the AIDS Memorial Quilt inside city hall. The 50,000 panels of the Quilt are part of the National AIDS Memorial. The Quilt can be viewed in its entirety online at here and visitors can search for names on the Quilt. In-person community displays are organized throughout the year in communities across the country. Visit aids memorial to see an interactive map of where sections of the Quilt are currently on display.
Municipal Quality Index

The City of Birmingham has achieved its highest-ever total raw score of 109 on the Human Rights Campaign Municipal Equality Index (MEI). Birmingham achieved MEI "All-Star" status for its perfect score despite Alabama's status as a state without non-discrimination statutes that protect LGBTQ+ people.

For more information on MEI, visit hrc.org.
Events

Magic City Toy Drive

The Magic City Toy Drive, in partnership with CBS 42 and AmFirst Credit Union, is being hosted now through December 9th.

Donations of new toys, coats, and bicycles are needed to help supplement low to moderately-low-income families with their children’s holiday wishes.

For more information call 205-320-0879 or visit www.BhamYouthFirst.org/magiccitytoydrive.
Holiday Hygiene Drive
 
The Jefferson County Memorial Project (JCMP) is asking for your help this holiday season. The men at Donaldson Correctional Facility can only order hygiene products every four to six months and are limited in how much they can buy. Your gifts can help ensure they have access to basic hygiene needs for the year.

The Drive will run until Monday, December 12th. JCMP Volunteers will come and collect the products and deliver them to Donaldson. Acceptable items include:
● Deodorant (Powder)
● Body soaps/gels
● Toothpaste
● Toothbrushes
● Lotion
● Men's Socks (White)
● Men's T-Shirts (White, all sizes)
● Shampoo/conditioner (2 in 1)

You can encourage others to donate as well. Donations can be made by scanning the QR code above for direct delivery or contact the Jefferson County Memorial Project at jeffersoncountymemorial@gmail.com to pick-up your donations.
Summit Menorah Lighting

The 8th annual Grand Menorah Lighting at the Summit will take place on Sunday, December 18th, at 4:30 p.m. in the Saks Plaza!
There will be music, latkes and donuts, snow, 360 photo booth, juggler, balloon twister, Chanukah tattoos, drum circle and more fun for the whole family!
The Grand Menorah Lighting is a collaborative project of the LJCC, Chabad of Alabama, the Birmingham Jewish Foundation - Karl and Gladys
LJCC Fund, and the Birmingham Jewish Federation. 
Birmingham Public Library

The Birmingham Public Library locations are offering a variety of activities to help your family get in a festive mood. You can view a list of activities offered every month on the calendar that can be found here.
Central Alabama Pride
Christmas Luncheon

For many LGBTQ+ people, going home for the holidays can be difficult. Central Alabama Pride and The Magic City Acceptance Center are teaming up to gather with Birmingham's LGBTQ+ community to celebrate the holidays. Gather in a positive and COVID-conscious space for a
free Chili lunch and community on
Christmas Day, Noon to 3 p.m.!

Please use this link to register.



KWANZAA in Birmingham

Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African culture.
Created in 1966 by Maulana Ron Karenga, Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African holiday that celebrates history, values, family, community and culture.

The ideas and concepts of Kwanzaa are expressed in the Swahili language, one of the most widely spoken languages in Africa. The seven principles which form its core were drawn from communitarian values found throughout the African continent.

Please see the list of events scheduled to begin on December 26th.

An evening of the unimaginable. Bring in the new year at the Birmingham Museum of Art on Saturday, December 31st, 8 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.! The 2022 New Year’s Eve party will be an opportunity to reflect on the year while immersing yourself in the culture, excitement, and surprises that accompany a never-before-seen countdown to a new year.

Click here for tickets and more information.
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