Parks & Culture

Library nonprofit gets special retail license for Oct 25 fundraiser

Friends of the Birmingham Public Library can sell drinks and food at Classic Cocktails on October 25 to raise funds for the library.

City authorizes agreement with Birmingham Public Library for assistance services

The city is formalizing a partnership with Birmingham Public Library to provide unspecified assistance services. Details on scope, funding, and community benefit are not yet public.

Fiesta vendor license hearing set for Sept. 24 at Linn Park

Event Concessions, Inc. is seeking approval to sell food and beverages at the Fiesta event on September 24 at Linn Park. A public hearing will let residents weigh in on the vendor application.

City appoints new member to Parking Authority

One seat on the Parking Authority fills through this appointment, with the term expiring October 31, 2025. The Parking Authority sets city parking policy and fees.

Mom's Birmingham gets special events license for folk festival

Allows Mom's Birmingham to hold the Birmingham Folk Festival at Avondale Park on August 27, 2022. Public hearing opens the application to community comment.

Council appoints 7 members to Art Museum board

Fills vacancies on the Art Museum's governing board, including one seat left by Kelly Styslinger's resignation. Board appointments shape the museum's direction on programming, collections, and public access.

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Special retail license OK'd for TWG Avondale Park event

Greenawalt Hospitality gets permission to sell alcohol at Avondale Park during the July 7–17 event.

Special Retail License for Greenawalt Hospitality at John Carroll High School

Greenawalt Hospitality is permitted to sell food and beverages at the high school's football field during the July 7–17 event. This temporary license allows the vendor to operate at the venue for the specified dates.

Library partnership expands senior access to city programs

Birmingham Public Library will help connect seniors to community activities and library services. Agreement enhances awareness and participation in public programs for older residents.

City approves Special Events License for Pride Fest at Linn Park

Pride Fest will be held June 12, 2022, at Linn Park. The license allows the event to proceed as planned.

Special Events License approved for Steel City Smooth Jazz Festival

Empowerment Incorporation gets permission to hold the Steel City Smooth Jazz Festival at Linn Park on June 17–18, 2022. Public can attend this community event.

Drury Inn liquor license transfer approved

DDC Hotels gains authority to serve alcohol at the new Drury Inn and Suites on Grandview Parkway in the Southeast area.

Amendment: North Park redevelopment deal with Northside LLC

City modifies its redevelopment agreement for the North Park project with Northside Redevelopment, LLC. Details of the amendment are not fully visible, but changes to development financing or terms may affect the project's timeline or public benefits.

Special Events Retail License approved for HBCU SpringComing at Sips & Sounds ev

Permits HBCU SpringComing, LLC to sell alcohol and retail goods at the Sips & Sounds: The Quad event on May 27, 2022, at the EDPA Parking Garage downtown.

Special Events Retail License approved for Sips & Sounds: The Quad

HBCU SpringComing, LLC gets permission to sell beverages and goods at the Sips & Sounds: The Quad event on May 27, 2022, at the EDPA Parking Garage downtown.

Special Events License issued for "A Novel Tasting" at Central Library

Friends Foundation hosts literary-themed event at Central Library on April 7. Public can attend fundraiser for library programming and collections.

City funds Spring Visual and Performing Arts Camp in Districts 1, 4, 7

Council declares the multi-district arts camp serves the public interest and will use city funds to support youth arts programming across three neighborhoods.

Mayor authorized to sign agreement with Supernaut, LLC for community programs

City will partner with Supernaut to run neighborhood outreach, fishing events, food access, and park programs. Agreement scope and duration not specified in available details.

Liquor License Application Denied: Good Dog at 2308 1st Ave S

Council rejected Pooch Park Birmingham's request for beer and wine service at Good Dog, a dog-friendly venue. The decision closes the path to alcohol sales at this location unless the applicant appeals or reapplies.