The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus brings its Legends tour to the Magic City this weekend from January 27–31.
10 Scriptures for You and Your Children to Memorize
I love the scriptures, and I believe knowing the Word of God and teaching it our kids is so important. Here are a few scriptures you and your kids can memorize to help hide the Word in your heart.
Actress’ New Book Addresses Teen Dating Violence
Actor April Hernandez Castillo is using her platform to spread the word about teen dating violence.
Attorney Kevin Roberts Talks Child Support and Visitation
Child support and child visitation are touchy subjects for many. The unfortunate reality is far too many people don’t know what to do. Birmingham attorney at law Kevin R. Roberts wants you to know the facts.
5 Things to Do Today to Help Your Kids
I spent most of Saturday at church attending the second annual Mount Pilgrim Baptist District Association conference. The morning was spent in classes and workshops on a variety of issues of interests to our youth and those who work with them. That afternoon a friendly church competition was held for youth mime, step and praise […]
Beverly Jenkins Returns with Long-Awaited Romance
Beverly Jenkins, the USA Today bestselling queen of African-American historical romance, is back with a tale fans have been demanding for years.
Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart Premieres This Weekend
In so many ways, singer Toni Braxton’s music was the soundtrack to my 20s.
4 Ways to Make Peace with Your Past
I’ve been hurt. More than once. I’ve sometimes held on to those hurts longer than I can to admit. One thing, I’ve learned is that, in order to move forward in life, I had to let go of past hurts. Here are a few ways that have worked for me.
Chandra Sparks Splond Recommends: Resource Books for 2016
Whether it’s setting goals or taking care of the kids, we can all use a little help sometimes. Here are a few resource books to consider adding to your to-be-read pile.
Angela Chandler-Norward Talks Taking a Vacation
Whether you want a quick weekend getaway or you’re planning the trip of your dreams, now’s the perfect time to think about your next vacation.
Book Spotlight: The Life-Giving Home by Sally and Sarah Clarkson
About the Book Does your home sometimes feel like just a place to eat, sleep, and change clothes on the way to the next activity? Do you long for “home” to mean more than a place where you stash your stuff? Wouldn’t you love it to become a haven of warmth, rest, and joy…the one […]
107 Days of Better Health
Looking to kick your exercise routine up a notch this year?
Blog Tour: Tell Me Lies by Michelle Lindo-Rice
Magic City Momma is excited to be a stop on the Michelle Lindo-Rice blog tour for her latest release Tell Me Lies.
Dianne Reeves to Perform at The Library Theatre
Acclaimed singer Dianne Reeves will offer two performances at The Library Theatre on January 17.
9 Scriptures to Encourage You While Pursuing Your Dreams
Long before I was a wife and mom, I was a little girl with big dreams of writing books and making my way onto the New York Times bestseller’s list. I didn’t actually sit down to write my first book until after I had my daughter in 2004. Having a newborn and enduring early-morning writing […]
Melva Tate Talks Networking
Whether you are new to the workforce, returning after some time away or thinking of switching careers, Melva Tate, PHR/CLC, wants you to network.
How I Spent My Weekend
It’s pretty rare that I get to have a girls-only weekend with my favorite girl.
Kimberla Lawson Roby Tackles Breast Cancer in Latest Release
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kimberla Lawson Roby tackles another difficult subject in her latest novella.
The Compassion Experience
The Church at Brook Hills will host The Compassion Experience from January 8–11.
My Momma Prayed for Me
Today would have been my momma’s 70th birthday.



















