East Lake
News & Events
Opera Birmingham goes beyond classics with edgy Vietnam drama
The company will present “Glory Denied” — a gripping, fact-based story of the Vietnam War and its aftermath — at the Southern Museum of Flight on Friday, Jan. 25, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Jan. 27, at 2:30 p.m. more
Dec 18, 2018
12:34 PM
Ruffner Mountain mines host bat conservation research
Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve was chosen for White Nose Syndrome research. more
Nov 14, 2018
3:06 PM
Photo by Jesse Chambers
Birmingham police get to know citizens on Coffee with a Cop Day
On Oct. 3, all four Birmingham Police Department precincts sent officers to greet the public at area Starbucks locations to celebrate National Coffee with a Cop Day. more
Oct 17, 2018
12:01 PM
Photo by Sarah Finnegan
Labor Day weekend shootings a 'blow to our city,' mayor says
Randall Woodfin told the Birmingham City Council that adults must help guide youth. more
Sep 4, 2018
2:44 PM
Photo by Lexi Coon
Birmingham Audubon bird walk at Ruffner scheduled for Sept. 3
The event honors a late Birmingham Audubon member who led his own Labor Day bird walk. more
Aug 15, 2018
2:02 PM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
City purchases old Oporto National Guard Armory
The Birmingham City Council approved the $10,000 purchase from the Armory Commission of Alabama on May 29. more
Jun 25, 2018
12:40 PM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
Bakery owner gets boost with loan from city of Birmingham
Organically Yours, a bakery shop, is set to open soon in the East Lake commercial district. more
May 18, 2018
11:35 AM
Photo courtesy of Brad Kachelhofer.
East Lake Farmers Market returns May 5 for its 13th year
From 8 a.m. to noon, it will have fresh produce, crafts, live music and baked goods. more
Apr 18, 2018
3:09 PM
Photo courtesy Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve.
Ruffner Mountain, Turkey Creek, to present native plant sale at Ruffner April 7
The fundraiser will present native plants, trees and grasses and eco-information. more
Apr 2, 2018
11:16 AM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
Art Town hosting chapbook release, 1st poetry open mic
On Saturday, April 7, Art Town at East Lake Station will celebrate the release of Lori Lasseter Hamilton’s third poetry chapbook, in addition to hosting its first open mic at the space. more
Mar 22, 2018
10:07 AM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
Veterinarian offers pet owners springtime health tips
Most people enjoy the coming of spring, but veterinarians say pet owners should follow some warm-weather health and safety guidelines to protect their animals. more
Feb 14, 2018
12:00 PM
Photos by Jesse Chambers.
Art Town looks for more people to be part of ‘creative renaissance’
Art Town at East Lake Station, which opened on First Avenue North in October, is a facility offering work areas for artists, a stage and event space, and fun, informal arts education for community residents. more
Dec 20, 2017
11:23 AM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
Where ‘Sanford and Son’ meets Sotheby’s
It’s not hard to understand why Roebuck Springs resident Joel Harris has sold antiques for 20 years. more
Nov 15, 2017
10:43 AM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
New interpretive birding sign installed
A stop on the Appalachian Highlands Birding Trail, East Lake Park is a great place to see songbirds, birds of prey or waterfowl, including the herons who have a rookery on the lake’s small island. more
Oct 19, 2017
11:21 AM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
Habitat for Humanity to build at least 10 houses in annual Blitz
Building a dozen houses in one week is an interesting experience, according to Charles Moore, president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity Greater Birmingham. more
Sep 20, 2017
11:51 AM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
Merchant to convert shop into studios
Vince Amaro, a merchant and property owner in East Lake’s commercial district, said the historic neighborhood, “deep down inside, is an art district.” more
Aug 16, 2017
3:14 PM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
Park now offers boating for 1st time in decades
Beginning May 27, the lake was opened to the public for boating each day from sunrise to sunset using non-motorized craft: canoes, kayaks or paddleboats. more
Jun 22, 2017
12:46 PM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
Merchants form new group to push commercial growth
East Lake’s commercial district is showing some life after a long decline, and a group of merchants and property owners have formed a new group to help accelerate this positive trend. more
Apr 24, 2017
5:37 PM
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
4-legged friends now permitted at East Lake Park
Dog lovers in East Lake can rejoice: They are now allowed to take their dogs to East Lake Park, as long as they keep the animals on a leash. more
Mar 22, 2017
11:07 AM
Photo courtesy of East Lake UMC and Real Life Poets
Spoken word ‘liberating’ youth at Real Life Poets workshops
RLP works with children and youth to encourage creative writing, public speaking and individual expression, said East Lake UMC associate pastor Cheryl Hinnen, who added that about 10 to 15 students have taken part in the workshops each semester. more
Feb 22, 2017
10:30 AM
