Good morning, Birmingham.

The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign, a historical fundraising effort since 1891, has seen an increase in volunteers this year, benefiting communities nationwide.

Benny Wink, CEO of TruBlue Home Service Ally in Birmingham, is expanding the business to improve senior home safety and enable them to live comfortably at home for longer.

Birmingham City is set to host a Christmas tree lighting and holiday block party with food vendors and music on Short 20th Street North, from 4 pm to 6 pm, with the tree lighting at 5:30 pm.

Birmingham celebrated the holiday season with a festive block party and tree lighting event in Linn Park, featuring activities like face painting and food trucks, alongside a significant menorah display.

Mixtroz, a Birmingham-based tech startup created to enhance networking at events, is closing down after a decade, despite its founders' achievements in entrepreneurship and venture capital.

The No. 11 Alabama Crimson Tide will face the Michigan Wolverines in the ReliaQuest Bowl on New Year's Eve, marking a notable rematch from last year's College Football semifinals.

Alabama's football team, guided by head coach Kalen DeBoer, is excluded from the College Football Playoff despite a strong season, finishing No. 11 in the rankings.

The 18th Birmingham Bowl will feature Vanderbilt Commodores versus Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on December 27, showcasing teams with significant wins this season.

Alabama Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster Friends Concert

An evening of classical chamber music featuring concertmaster Daniel Szasz and select musicians performing iconic piano trios by Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven.

Outreach Hub Christmas Store at Trinity United Methodist Church

The Outreach Hub Christmas Store provides a holiday shopping experience for families in need, hosted by Trinity United Methodist Church.

Christmas in Dixie: Country Western and Swing Dance Competition

Christmas in Dixie is an annual competition showcasing Country Western and Swing dancing, recognized by the United Country Western Dance Council.

Alabama Theatre Holiday Film Series: White Christmas

Experience the classic holiday film 'White Christmas' during the Alabama Theatre's Holiday Film Series, showcasing timeless holiday favorites from December 13 to 22.

Birmingham Winter Wonderland Craft and Vendor Market

The Birmingham Winter Wonderland Craft and Vendor Market features a diverse range of local vendors showcasing handmade crafts, food, drinks, and unique items at the Riverchase Galleria.

Alabama Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker

Alabama Ballet, one of the few companies licensed to perform George Balanchine's version of The Nutcracker, will showcase this classic ballet at the BJCC Concert Hall.

Screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

This event features a screening of the holiday classic 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' as part of the Alabama Theatre's Holiday Film Series.

Home Alone Live Concert Experience

Experience the holiday classic Home Alone transformed into a live concert with an orchestra, featuring a movie screening on a big screen.

Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Favorites Featuring Prince and Childish Gambino

Experience a live, multi-sensory musical event featuring Neo-Soul classics by artists like Prince and Childish Gambino, performed by Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at the Birmingham Museum of Art.

Holiday Film Series: Cartoon Matinee Triple Feature

The Alabama Theatre will host a Holiday Film Series featuring a triple cartoon matinee of classic films including 'A Charlie Brown Christmas', 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer', and 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'.