Registration Now Open for Lock-In Birminghams YMCA Youth Center Lock-In

Lock-In for ages 12-18 years old, Saturday – May 6, 2012 at the Phillips YMCA. 2400 7th Avenue South. Registration at 6:00pm.

Featuring …

• Zumba classes
• Self-defense
• What’s your Swagger?
• Rock Climbing
• Basketball Tournament
• Cyber Bullying
• Meet the Dog Nurse
• What’s in a Name?
• Spoken Word
• Are you Ready for College?
• and more!

For more information visit www.lockinbirmingham.org.

Youth First NObesity Expo + 5K for Kids Targets Childhood Obesity in Birmingham’s Youth

Did you know that over 340,000 children in Alabama are overweight and in danger of serious health conditions? In an effort to combat childhood obesity in Birmingham’s youth, the City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services (DYS) and the Junior League of Birmingham will host its YOUTH FIRST NOBESITY EXPO + 5K FOR KIDS at Legion Field. Mayor William A. Bell Sr., City of Birmingham and First Lady Dr. Sharon C. Bell, Assistant Superintendent of Birmingham City Schools will serve as grand marshals for the event. Beginning at 8 AM, the young and young at heart can participate in a FREE festival that is sure to have something for everyone. 1-mile Fun Run for Kids Kids Fun Zone Health Screening Games And much, much more! This community-wide event is sponsored by Princeton Baptist Medical Center.

Event Schedule:
8:00 a.m. – Registration & festival opens
9 a.m. – 5K for Kids Run
10 a.m. – 1 Mile Kids Fun Run
11 a.m. – 5K for Kids Awards Ceremony

For more information about the 5K Run for Kids, call Junior League at 205-879-9861.
For more information about the Youth First NObesity Expo, call DYS at 205-320-0879.

INSPIRING BHM GIRLS AND YOUNG WOMEN (AGES 9-21)

NEWLY-FORMED NONPROFIT SPEAKERS BUREAU, GIRLSPRING INC, STAGES ITS PREMIER EVENT
“INSPIRATION STATION” AIMED AT INSPIRING GIRLS AND YOUNG WOMEN (AGES 9-21) ON MARCH 3, 2012

GirlSpring, Inc., a new Birmingham-based nonprofit, founded by Birmingham Activist & Philanthropist, Jane Stephens Comer, is presenting its Premier “Inspiration Station” event at B&A Warehouse in Birmingham from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m..

GirlSpring Inc. focuses on issues, activities, concerns of girls and young women, ages 9-21 in Alabama.

In this day-long educational gathering, Mothers AND their Daughters are invited to attend along with Mentors, Grannies and Aunties. Two sessions, a morning session which begins at 9:30 a.m., and an afternoon session, which begins at 2:00 p.m., educates and demonstrates good nutrition and exercise.

• This event marks GirlSpring’s first ever Inspiration Station event

• The event will be at B &A Warehouse, at 1531 1st Ave. South.
  Doors open at 9 a.m.

• Two individual sessions. Sessions include a meal and snack

• Session II begins at 2:00 p.m. and repeats Session I’s content

• Tickets must be reserved in advance at http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2923675793/mcivte

• Ticket prices are $45 per person, per session

Among the featured speakers:
Nationally-recognized teacher of Transcendental Meditation, Prudence Bruns, PhD., speaks on the benefits of diving deep within yourself. Bruns is the subject and inspiration of “Dear Prudence,” a popular song by “The Beatles,” and is actress Mia Farrow’s sister. In the famous song, John Lennon sings, “The sun is up, the sky is blue, it’s beautiful, and so are you.”Bruns will talk about her experience in India with “The Beatles.” The group will divide in two so that Bruns can address the adults about the benefits of meditation.

Meanwhile the secrets of proper etiquette will be revealed to the girls and young women by expert Elizabeth Sinnott. This Seagrove, Florida-based expert specializes in table etiquette, manners, poise and telephone articulation.

Nationally-recognized, famously-passionate organic nutrition Inspirationists, Jenifer Kuntz, owner of Raw & Juicy Organic Juice Bar, Seaside, Florida, leaves her well-known silver, aerodynamic AirStream travel-trailer for her first-ever public appearance in Birmingham, where she will share healthy “do it yourself” recipes with hands-on cooking demonstrations.

Fitness Inspirationists and Birmingham-based entrepreneurs Leigh Karagas (pronounced “Courageous”) and Paula Windle, founders of Every Girl Fitness, EveryGirlFitness.com, offer affordable, accessible and fun group exercise programs. Karagas and Windle operate 7 Mountain Brook and Vestavia fitness programs for women of all ages and fitness levels.

Join the Mentor/Mentee Battle This Saturday at the Youth First He’s First / She’s First Fun Fair

On Saturday, January 28, 2012, The City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services (DYS) will host the 2012 He’s First / She’s First Fun Fair.  This FREE event for mentors and their mentees will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Birmingham YMCA Youth Center.

The Fun Fair continues DYS’ Mentorpalooza for National Mentoring Month, showing youth that Birmingham CARES.

Activities and games are designed for two (2) people to encourage mentor/mentee interaction

All youth must be accompanied by an adult.

Youth and their adult mentor can participate in the Mentor/Mentee Battle for a special Grand Prize!

The first 100 people to attend will receive a FREE PERSONAL PAN PIZZA from Hungry Howie’s located on UAB’s campus.

Beginning today, mentors and organization leaders (Executive Directors, Pastors, Coaches, etc.) can call DYS at 205-320-0879 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to register their mentees.  No more than five (5) mentees will be allowed per adult mentor. On-site registration is also available.

For more information about the 2012 He’s First/She’s First Fun Fair, call DYS at (205) 320-0879.

Division of Youth Services’ “Magical Journey” Ticket Giveaway

The City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services (DYS) invites you to participate in its Disney Magical Journey Project.  Youth interested in participating must create a map depicting their own magical journey. Each project must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Magical Journey Map
• Must be created on a 18 x 24 poster board
• Can depict real or fictional locations
• Must include at least one (1) picture of yourself
• Must include at least one (1) picture of your favorite Disney Character(s)
• Only one submission per youth
• A maximum of two (2) submissions per household

The submissions must be age appropriate and consistent with the age of the child who is submitting.  Bring your Magical Journey maps to DYS to get your picture taken for the Journey Wall and to receive 2 tickets to Disney on Ice presents Mickey & Minnie’s Magical Journey while supplies last.  Tickets are for the 7:00 PM showing on Thursday, November 3, 2011.

All submissions must be presented in person tat the City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services located at 1608 7^th Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35203, on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 between the hours of 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM.

For more information about the Magical Journey Ticket Giveaway, contact DYS at 205-320-0879.

Donate Change for Change!

Mayor William Bell is looking for your change at this years Magic City Classic!

The Donate Change for Change Campaign is designed to help the Birmingham City Schools.

Join the movement to improve Birmingham City Schools and help prepare future Bulldogs and Hornets. Look for the Ed buckets at the concession stands to donate change for change.

For more information visit www.EdBirmingham.org

City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services Hosts the 2011 Birmingham Cares MENTORPALOOZA

On Sunday, January 30th, the City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services (DYS) will celebrate National Mentoring Month with the 2011 Birmingham CARES MENTORPALOOZA from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm at the Boutwell Auditorium. Admission is FREE!

MENTORPALOOZA encompasses the Birmingham CARES Mentoring Fair, She’s First: The SHEquel, and He’s First: Boys2Men-tor in one event.  In addition to fun and games for young people and their mentors, adults can also take advantage of the opportunity to learn about some of Birmingham’s dynamic mentoring organizations, which include:

100 Black Men: Mentoring the 100 Way

Birmingham Urban League Young Professionals

C.H.A.M.P.S.

DHR Mentor

Lock-In Birmingham

Dream Girls

B.O.U.N.C.E.

And many more

Birmingham CARES is designed to: (1) Inspire families and youth to get involved in mentoring initiatives that are available to them; (2) To increase awareness of mentoring programs and organizations in the City of Birmingham; and, (3) To provide mentoring organizations with networking opportunities that will increase their mentor and volunteer recruitment efforts.

“CHOCOLATE NUTCRACKER BIRMINGHAM” Ticket Giveaway for Youth Service Organizations

Local youth service organizations can call the City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services (DYS) to reserve your tickets to “CHOCOLATE NUTCRACKER BIRMINGHAM”, on its 2010 National Tour. For “One Night Only”, come experience cultural heritage through dance, song, rhythms, narration and drama. Entertainment for the entire family!   The event takes place on Friday, November 11, 2010 at the Boutwell Auditorium beginning at 7:30 PM. There is also a special matinee showing for Birmingham students.

The Chocolate Nutcracker is a professional musical stage production by LaVerne Reed of New York. Set in early 50’s Harlem, this production tells the story of young Claire and the Chocolate Nutcracker doll, shaped like a prince, as the two journey around the world in a dream.

Beginning today, organization leaders (Executive Directors, School Principals, Pastors, Coaches, etc.) can call DYS at 205-320-0879 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to reserve tickets for the youth they serve.  Up to three (3) tickets may be reserved per organization to help your efforts toward serving youth who will not be attending the student matinee showing earlier that day. Tickets will be dispersed on a first-come, first-serve basis until all tickets have been disseminated.

Youth service organizations wanting to purchase additional tickets may do so at a discounted rate of $10 per ticket by contacting Project Hopewell at 205-902-0475.

Organizations must call DYS to request tickets.  No email requests will be accepted.

For more information about the Chocolate Nutcracker Birmingham Ticket Giveaway, call DYS at 205-320-0879.

Division of Youth Services’ “United Classic” Ticket Giveaway

It’s that time of the year again! The 69^th Annual State Farm Magic City Classic is this Saturday, October 30, 2010 and the Division of Youth Services is having a United Classic Ticket Giveaway. Selected youth will receive two tickets for their “United Classic” drawing of the Alabama A&M University Bulldog and the Alabama State University Hornet, united!

Let the creativity begin! Each submission must be hand-drawn, incorporate both schools mascots and include the school colors of both universities. The giveaway is for school age youth up to age 18 and is limited to one submission per child. The submissions must be age appropriate and consistent with the age of the child who is submitting. Each child must accompany their submission. Tickets are limited, so submit your illustration early.

All drawings must be submitted in person to the City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office Division of Youth Services, located at 808 North 18^th Street Birmingham, AL 35206, by 4:30pm Wednesday, October 27, 2010.

For more information about the United Classic Ticket Giveaway, contact DYS at 205-320-0879.

Youth Anti Violence Rally @ Cosmos!

Come Out and Enjoy A Day for the Family…. Just in Time for FALL…. This will be a fun filled Day….Activities include: Moon Walks-Basketball Tournaments-Face Painting-Three Legged Race-Great Food -Guest Speakers & Much More…
Raffle Ticket Give Away… So Bring Your Kids and Whole Family and Have A fun Day!!! Be Sure to Come Out and Have Fun!!!!

When: September 18, 2010
Where: Cosmo Bar & Grill Parking Lot
What: Anti-Violence Day Festival
Time: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

FREE ADMISSION!

Any Questions Contact: Barbara Gratton 205.447.7977  Tae Lee 205.492.9544  Jenny Craig 205.470.1767

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