On Saturday, May 14, 2016, the UAB Mini Park will be overflowing with arts enthusiasts, intrigued parents…and of course, Birmingham’s youth. The City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services (DYS) will host its third annual Smart Art youth arts festival, designed to expose Birmingham youth to the many cultural arts opportunities available in […]
Scriptures to Help You Win Over Worry
My granddaddy, the late Rev. George W. Jones, Sr., used to tell members of our family all the time that he didn’t worry about anything. Between bills needing to be paid and just life, there always seems to be something that has me up later at night than I should be, worrying. I think my […]
Irene Latham Delivers a Fresh New Book
I first heard of poet and novelist Irene Latham a few years ago when my daughter came home from school raving about the novel, Leaving Gee’s Bend. Since then I’ve met Latham on a few occasions, and it is my honor to recently interview her about her new book Fresh Delicious: Poems from the Farmers’ […]
Tips to Keep Your Kids Reading this Summer
As a kid, I lived for summers. For me, it meant, all books all the time. Lucky for me, I passed my love of reading on to my daughter. One of my favorite rituals is going to the library with her and signing up for the summer reading program.
To the Village that Raised Me: Thank You
I didn’t realize the truth of the saying that it takes a village to raise a child until I moved back to Birmingham in 2006.
Books by and for Mommas
While you’re (hopefully) relaxing this Mother’s Day weekend, check out these great books by and for mommas. Please note this post contains affiliate links.
Mother’s Day Activities in the Magic City
Looking to spend some quality time with your momma this Mother’s Day weekend? Check out these events.
A Prayer for Mothers
Today I am praying for mothers. Please join me in a word of prayer.
Tricia Seaman’s New Book Shares Heaven-Sent Miracle
Author Tricia Seaman Registered nurse Tricia Seaman is a witness that God answers prayer—sometimes in ways we don’t expect. She recently talked with Hope for Women about heaven-sent miracles and her new book, God Gave Me You.
It’s Not Too Late to Find a Summer Camp
Is it really time to start thinking about summer? If you’re like many and have yet to secure summer child care, Magic City Momma has got you covered. Here are a few camps going on around the city.
