Good morning, Birmingham.

Seven new businesses are coming to Birmingham, including All About Sandwiches in Woodlawn and The Harrington Pub at Pepper Place this summer + Remnant Coffee in Leeds, CollectXco in Pelham, PopUp Bagels and Aritzia at The Summit, and Redemption in Trussville to boost local dining and retail.

The City of Birmingham launches the StrongHer initiative during Women’s History Month to honor women 60 and older, dubbed the Golden Girls, who shape local neighborhoods through service and advocacy.

More than 200 profiles of community leaders will be shared on city platforms to inspire residents.

Dear Evan Hansen is coming to Red Mountain Theatre’s Cromwell Theatre in downtown Birmingham from April 3 to 19, featuring UAB senior Darion Dewhirst as Evan.

Evening shows (7:30 p.m.) and weekend matinees (2 p.m.) offer flexible viewing options for audiences 13 and up.

Wu-Tang Clan will perform with guest Bone Thugs-N-Harmony on Saturday, Sept.

19 at the Coca-Cola Amphitheater in Birmingham, and tickets will go on sale Friday, March 27 at 10 a.m.

Vestavia Hills native Elizabeth Hanje won the Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition on Sunday, March 22 at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York, earning $20K as one of six winners selected from over 900 qualified singers.

Jefferson County Board of Education announced its 2026 Teachers of the Year last Thursday at a banquet in downtown Birmingham, naming elementary teacher Sherlyn McNamara and secondary teacher Nefertiti LeBeaux (they will represent the county in the State Teacher of the Year program).

The City of Birmingham posted job openings on Monday, March 23 on its jobs website, listing positions from police officer to firefighter.

Interested applicants can email the recruitment team for more details.

Birmingham residents with MS are supported by local National MS Society programs which link them to peer groups and vital resources plus host events like Walk MS at Homewood Central Park on March 28 at 9:30 a.m. and Evening of Wines on May 17 at the Country Club.

Tasting Table named J and J Grocery and Deli the best hole in the wall burger joint in Alabama.

The Bessemer shop serves a double bacon cheeseburger, other burgers, and breakfast (5:30 a.m.) Monday-Saturday near UAB Medical West.

Miles College made history when its Golden Bears cheer team won both the Overall Grand Champion title and the College Coed Game Time Championship at the CCA Christian Cheer Nationals and Collegiate Championship in Fayetteville (N.C.) on March 7.

The team, the first HBCU to win both, overcame funding and facility challenges.

Alabama beat Texas Tech 90-65 to secure their fourth straight Sweet Sixteen appearance, and the Crimson Tide will face No. 1 seed Michigan Friday at 6:35 p.m. on TBS (and TruTV).

The Brook & The Bluff Concert

6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — $45/ea — Experience live music with The Brook and The Bluff in a vibrant Birmingham setting.

Rumpshaker 5K Run

8:00 a.m. — Regions Field — Entry fee applies — Participate in a fun 5K run and promote colorectal cancer awareness.

Retirement Party at TrimTab Brewing

6:30-9 p.m. — TrimTab Brewing Company — Ticket required — Celebrate a special retirement with friends featuring Kerosene Heights.

Interceptor Live

7-10 p.m. — Saturn — Free entry — Experience electrifying live music at Birmingham's favorite venue with Interceptor.

Dave Attell Live at Stardome Comedy Club

7-8:30 p.m. — Stardome Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience legendary comedian Dave Attell's hilarious stand-up as he brings his new material to the stage.

Pajama Party Featuring A Goofy Movie

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Sidewalk Film Center + Cinema — Light breakfast options available — Cozy up in PJs and enjoy a classic family film.

Jelani Rose Live Performance

7-11:30 p.m. — True Story Brewing Company — Free entry — Dance to moody darkwave tunes and atmospheric melodies in a unique brewery setting.

Mariah the Scientist Live

6-8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Starting at $201 — Catch Mariah the Scientist for an unforgettable live performance in Birmingham.

Ole 60 Live at Avondale Brewing

6-8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Tickets start at $56 — Don’t miss the unforgettable live experience of Ole 60 in Birmingham.

A Novel Tasting 2026: Benefit for Birmingham Public Library

6-8:30 p.m. — Birmingham Public Library Central Branch — Ticketed — Enjoy live music, a silent auction, and BPL’s signature tasting of wines, beers, and spirits.