The Best Bars in Birmingham
This is our annual list of the top five best bars in Birmingham, Alabama. The first five are for this year, and the previous years' are listed afterward. Do you know of a bar you’d like to see? D.M. us on Instagram or email us at info@abouttown.io and let us know....
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Birmingham Heart Ball
This year, the Birmingham Heart Ball was chaired by Caldwell and Cathy Marks. The event honored Dr. Ray Watts, president of the University of...
7th Annual Lettermen of the USA One Yard at a Time Gala
The 7th Annual Lettermen of the USA One Yard at a Time Gala took place on Friday, February 27th, at The Club.
8th Annual Gala & Auction benefitting Sweetwater Outreach
The 8th Annual Sweetwater Outreach Gala & Auction took place on Friday, February 27th, at the B&A Warehouse in downtown Birmingham. The...
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