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Chelsea City Hall
CHELSEA 30TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE CELEBRATION
Where: Chelsea City Hall, 11611 Chelsea Road
When: Sunday, March 1, 3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Details: The City of Chelsea is celebrating its 30th anniversary of incorporation with a commemorative event at City Hall. The celebration will include a time capsule project in partnership with Cub Scout Pack 353. City leaders are expected to reflect on the city’s growth over the past three decades as the community gathers to mark the milestone. The event is family friendly and open to the public.
ADULT COLOR THERAPY COLORING NIGHT
Where: North Shelby Library, 5521 Cahaba Valley Road, Mueller Annex Classroom
When: Thursday, March 12, 5:30-7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Register: Registration is required; 205-439-5500
Details: Adults are invited to unwind with snacks and coloring during this relaxed arts and crafts program. Participants may drop in to enjoy a casual evening of creativity. All coloring materials will be provided. The program is designed for adults.
MT LAUREL SPRING FESTIVAL
Where: 5 Mt Laurel Ave.
When: Saturday, March 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Details: The Town of Mt Laurel and the ARC Realty Mt Laurel Sales Team will host the Mt Laurel Spring Festival. Guests can enjoy a street fair and farmers market featuring artisan and farmer pop-up booths, live music on the Bryson Square Stage, and dishes from Mt Laurel restaurants and area food trucks. The family-friendly event has become a community tradition and offers a full day of shopping, food and entertainment.
SHAMROCKIN’ AT THE SUMMIT
Where: The Summit, 214 Summit Blvd.
When: Tuesday, March 17, 5-8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Details: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at The Summit with an evening of live music, special performances and festive activities. Guests can enjoy a pop-up bar featuring themed cocktails and green beer, along with Irish-inspired music and dance performances. The event will also include festive photo opportunities, face painting and balloon animals, making it a lively celebration for lassies, leprechauns and families alike.
ENCHANTED GARDEN COOKIE DECORATING CLASS WITH WHISK CONFECTIONS
Where: Cat-n-Bird Winery, 11661 Old U.S. 280
When: Thursday, March 26, 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $58 each excluding tax
Register: justawhiskaway.com/product-page/enchanted-garden-cookie-class-at-cat-bird-winery
Details: Join Shannon Lescarini, owner of Whisk Confections, for a hands-on cookie decorating class at the winery. Lescarini will guide participants through royal icing basics, layering and decorating. Cookies, icing, tools, step-by-step instruction, a take-home box with recipes and a complimentary beverage are included. Ages 10 and older.
OAK MOUNTAIN 50K
Where: Oak Mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Drive, Dogwood Pavilion
When: Saturday, March 28, 7:30 a.m.
Cost: $47.50-$126.50 (varies by race distance). Park fees apply.
Register: ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=126624
Details: The 25th annual Oak Mountain 50K returns to Oak Mountain State Park with 50K, 25K and 6-mile race options. Known as one of the oldest 50Ks in Alabama, the course features single-track trails, climbs up Double Oak Mountain and offers views of Peavine Falls. Races will begin and end at Dogwood Pavilion. Time limits vary by distance. Registration closes on March 23 at 11:59 p.m.
MT LAUREL LIBRARY
March 2, 16 and 30: Mt Laurel Mahjong Open Play, 3-6 p.m.
March 6 and 20: Mt Laurel Ukulele Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m.
March 14: Mt Laurel Crafty Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
NORTH SHELBY LIBRARY
Mondays: Makers Club Monday, 3:15-4:15 p.m.
Mondays: Teen Dungeons and Dragons, 5-7 p.m. (registration required)
March 4: Pre-K Craft Time, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
March 5: Crafternoon, 3:15-4:15 p.m. (registration required)
March 6: Teen/Tween Lo-Fi Lab, 3:30-6 p.m.
March 7: Storytime with Miss Kat, 10:30-11 a.m.
March 9: Lauren’s Book Club: Novel Horizons Book Club, 6-7 p.m.
March 10: The Science Lady, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
March 10 and 24: Language Club, 5-6 p.m. (registration required)
March 11: Japanese Culture Series: Teen/Tween Mochi Making, 4-5:30 p.m. (registration required)
March 11 and 31: Mommy and Me Music Group, 10:30-11 a.m.
March 12: Club LEGO, 3:15-4:15 p.m.
March 12: North Shelby Library Board Meeting, 6-7 p.m.
March 12 and 26: Color Therapy, 5:30-7 p.m. (registration required)
March 14: La Hora del Cuento, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
March 20: Teen/Tween Mafia Game, 4-5:30 p.m. (registration required)
March 23-27: Spring Break Book and Craft Buffet, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.




