Good morning, Birmingham.

Birmingham will host a water drive for shelters and cooling stations from Monday, June 1 to Wednesday, June 3 at Boutwell Auditorium (1930 Rev.

Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd) from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., accepting only cases of bottled water, Gatorade, or Powerade.

Batter & Bloom launches on June 19 at Polaris BHM’s Ideas to Impact 2026 Conference at 5521 1st Ave S to help food entrepreneurs and expand fresh food access in local neighborhoods (the program also offers mentorship and workforce training to boost community development).

Dan Williams will open Karma’s Kitchen, a new 24-hour diner offering affordable classic fare, in Five Points South mid-July.

Located at 1210 20th Street South (Suite 100), the diner will serve families, students and late-night patrons with eggs, pancakes and hash browns.

Big John Buffet in Homewood is waiting for a food inspection from Jefferson County Health Department and plans to open in June.

Located at 162 Oxmoor Road, the buffet will serve Southern comfort foods like sweet potato yams, macaroni and cheese, collard greens, and fried chicken.

Local artist Hannah Winters offers an exclusive tour of her Homewood home that blends beloved family treasures with fresh upgrades from Ballard Designs + a nod to Birmingham’s creative neighborhoods.

Her inviting space inspires her work, which is carried by national retailers.

Birmingham is set for 18 summer festivals from June to August that offer food truck tastings, cultural celebrations, and film screenings, including the Sidewalk Film Fest downtown (a popular local hit) and Pride Fest at Linn Park on June 14.

Most events are free and family-friendly.

On May 24, a tribute for hip-hop producer J Dilla took place at Woodrow Hall in Birmingham.

The event—organized by the local J Dilla Foundation chapter—featured youth workshops, live DJ sets, and city proclamations for Maureen Yancey and MC Phat Kat, honoring his enduring musical legacy.

Clarence B. Jones, MLK’s trusted attorney who smuggled parts of the Letter from Birmingham Jail during King's incarceration, died May 22 at 95 in Cupertino, California.

He also helped craft King's I Have a Dream speech and earned the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2024.

Birmingham City Schools will serve free summer meals for children 18 and under starting June 15 at school campuses and housing authority sites; schools serve meals from noon to 1 p.m. and are closed on Fridays except for Martha Gaskins (serving from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.).

Residents near a dump site (Bradford area near Pinson) report nightly burning that fills the air with harmful smoke and odors while Jefferson County and state agencies coordinate enforcement to address years of illegal dumping and waste buildup.

Nationwide, fatal drug overdoses dropped 14 percent in 2025, with Alabama recording a 25 to 30 percent decline compared to 2024; health experts credit improved treatment and wider use of naloxone (Narcan) for the progress.

Alabama football added kicker Lorcan Quinn (a transfer from Marshall) this offseason to compete with returning kicker Conor Talty, with coach Kalen DeBoer saying Quinn is steady and has a strong leg.

The Birmingham Stallions will play tomorrow at Protective Stadium at 2:00 p.m. as they try to secure a playoff spot by defeating the Houston Gamblers.

Meanwhile, the Birmingham Barons are boosting weekend fun with a Joey Chestnut meet-and-greet and promotions at Regions Field.

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said the league remains the strongest in college football + close playoff metrics and narrow game margins prove its competitive depth despite recent Big Ten successes.

Boot Scootin Boogie Nights

8-9:30 p.m. — Hop City Beer & Wine Birmingham — Ticketed event — Enjoy a lively night of music in a vibrant atmosphere.

Jelly Roll Concert

6:00 – 8:30 PM — Coca-Cola Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night with Jelly Roll's captivating music.

Louisville City FC at Birmingham Legion FC

7-8 p.m. — Protective Stadium - Green Lot — Tickets available — Watch Birmingham Legion FC compete in a thrilling match at home.

OG Orchestra Concert

8-11 p.m. — Boutwell Auditorium — Check website for ticket pricing — Experience a night filled with captivating orchestral tunes from OG Orchestra.

The Midnight Effect: 10 Year Anniversary Celebration

8-11 p.m. — Saturn — Ticket information available online — Celebrate a decade of dance with lively performances and vibrant energy in Birmingham.

UNITE: Birmingham

5:30-9:30 p.m. — The Hoover Met Stadium — Free entry — A family-friendly event featuring live music and messages of hope.

Songwriters Nights at The Nick

7-11 p.m. — The Nick — $5 entry — Experience Birmingham’s vibrant scene of original music with local songwriters and late-night karaoke.

Music and Business Networking

6-8 p.m. — Mayawell Bar, Birmingham, AL — Limited Tickets — Connect with industry professionals and elevate your career at Birmingham's hottest networking event.

The Waterphone Interactive Performance and Clinic

7-8:30 p.m. — House of Found Objects — Paid event — Explore the eerie sounds of the Waterphone in an interactive clinic led by expert Brooks Hubbert III.

Ian Lara Stand-Up Comedy Show

Time TBA — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic talents of one of NYC's rising stars as he takes the stage in Birmingham.