Good morning, Birmingham.

Railroad Park Foundation will host a free fundraising picnic on September 28 from 1-5 p.m. at Railroad Park that will feature live music by the Birmingham Youth & Young Adult Fellowship Choir and Grammy winner Pynk Beard—plus a children’s area with lawn games and a local merchant showcase.

Magic City Mac + Cheese Fest returned to Back Forty Beer Company on Sunday to raise funds for CGS.

The festival, which has drawn over 10,000 attendees in seven years, featured live music by Southern Choice and fun activities — including a mac 'n cheese competition and community grief support from director Amber Pope.

Today, the 5th Annual Marvel City Family Fun Fest drew local families to Debardeleben Park as they enjoyed food trucks, a marketplace, a wellness zone with health tips from Lawson State Community College and UAB Medical West, and a car show with vintage and modern vehicles—sponsored by local organizations including Bessemer Police.

Jevon Tatum, a 24-year-old entrepreneur who founded Essence Body Products—a sustainable wellness brand using natural ingredients—relocated to Birmingham four months ago and is expanding his business with an urban gardening program at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Smithfield to serve underserved communities. His background as a college basketball player and student leader, along with support from the ECMC Bold Path Fellowship, helped him earn the Inno Under 25 honor by the Birmingham Business Journal.

On Oct. 4, the Bluff Park Art Show will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bluff Park Community Park in Hoover, where 123 artists will display works in clay, glass, jewelry, metal, painting, photography, printmaking, mixed media, ceramics and sculpture.

Buses and shuttles will carry visitors from Shades Mountain Plaza and Shades Crest Baptist Church — ensuring easy access to the event.

Lawrence Fencher is a 24-year-old Birmingham designer who uses thrifted clothing to make unique outfits that express his true self; he started Mojo's Machinations and is studying healthcare analytics at UAB while working for Medicaid—bringing fresh creative energy to the local scene.

Voters in Pelham, Hoover and Helena will cast ballots tomorrow in runoff elections to choose key city leaders — polling is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for each race.

Birmingham Fire and Rescue is launching a new wellness app for its personnel that will offer 24/7 confidential mental and physical health support—featuring self-assessment tools and one-click crisis alerts.

The tool is under development after City Council and the Mayor approved funding following last year’s mass shooting at Five Points South.

The Birmingham Barons hosted the Montgomery Biscuits at Regions Field on September 21 for Game 1 of the Southern League Championship (they advanced with a 9 to 6 win over the Chattanooga Lookouts last Friday).

They will compete in a three-game series with Game 2 on September 23 and Game 3 on September 24 if needed as a rematch of last year's contest.

Vampire Weekend Concert

7-10 p.m. — Coca-Cola Amphitheater — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the energetic sounds of Vampire Weekend live in Birmingham.

Pottery Night at Back Forty

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Back Forty Beer Company Birmingham — $65 — Craft spooky clay creations while enjoying local brews and bites.

Zoso - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Iron City Bham — Tickets available — Experience the power of Led Zeppelin's music live with Zoso.

Abbey Road Live

6-7:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Tickets from $44 — Experience a remarkable performance by Abbey Road Live in Birmingham.

Jo Koy: Just Being Koy Tour

8-9:30 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of hilarious stand-up from the acclaimed comedian Jo Koy, blending humor with his Filipino heritage.

Rilo Kiley Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Tickets from $19 — Last-minute tickets available for a night of live music with Rilo Kiley.

House of Harm Concert

8 p.m. — Saturn — Tickets available — Experience captivating post-punk and alternative rock sounds in an intimate venue setting.

Jurassic Quest

12 PM - 8 PM, 9 AM - 6 PM, 9 AM - 5 PM — BJCC North Exhibition Hall — Tickets required — Dive into North America's largest dinosaur experience with life-size models, rides, and interactive activities.

Black Jacket Symphony - The Era of Yacht Rock

8-9:30 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Check for ticket prices — Experience a live concert as Black Jacket Symphony recreates classic album magic note for note.

Sleeping With Sirens Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Iron City Bham — $60+ — Experience a night of energetic music with Sleeping With Sirens in Birmingham.