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  • A Christmas Carol

    Alabama Shakespeare Festival 1 Festival Drive, Montgomery, United States

    ASF returns to a full production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol on the Festival Stage. When miserly Ebenezer Scrooge receives an unwanted visit from the ghost of his former business partner on Christmas Eve, an overnight voyage of epic proportions begins. Journey with Scrooge as he learns from his ghosts (and Bob, Tiny Tim, and the Cratchits) a heartwarming lesson in forgiveness and the change we can make around us. This play is a joyful Christmas tradition for the entire family! Recommended for grades 3-12.  Admission required for all ages.  (This is not a good activity for young children) CHRISTMAS CAROL STUDY GUIDE

    $20 – $26

  • Teen Driver Summit

    University of North Alabama Florence, United States

    Ur Keys 2 Drv is an interactive educational day for young drivers. Open to 8th-12th grade students in Alabama.

    Reservation required to attend with Essential.  FREE admission, and lunch is provided.

  • Ben Davis – Watch Him Fly

    Southern Museum of Flight 4343 73rd St North, Birmingham, United States

    A One-Man Stage Play based on the life of a true American hero, General Benjamin O. Davis Jr. – the first commander of the Tuskegee Airmen – Red Tails. This is a theatrical experience that is inspirational and part of the fabric of our American History. Ages 8 and up.

  • Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood

    Alabama Shakespeare Festival 1 Festival Drive, Montgomery, United States

    Join Essential families in experiencing the literature of the past coming to life on stage! ACT FAST!  Reserve your admissions by Thursday, March 13 at noon!

  • Velocity Irish Dance

    UAB's Alys Stephens Center 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, Alabama, United States

    Please reserve your seats by using the RSVP option below.  This event requires a commitment to attend - please DO NOT reserve your admission if you are not able to commit to attend.

    Free

  • The Wizard of Oz

    BCT Mainstage Theatre 2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N, Birmingham, United States

    at the BJCC
    in the MainStage Theatre | For ages 6 and older

    Follow Dorothy and her faithful dog Toto on a whirlwind adventure through the Land of Oz

  • Jack and the Beanstalk

    BCT Wee Folks Theatre 2130 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N, Birmingham, United States

    at the BJCC
    in the Wee Folks Theatre* | For ages 4 - 8 years

    Join brave young Jack as he climbs a towering beanstalk

  • Homeschool Alabama Capitol Day 2025

    Montgomery, AL Montgomery, AL, United States

    Registration is now closed at https://homeschoolalabama.org.  Space is limited for the day's activities inside and around the Statehouse.  BUT - your family can still participate in the afternoon rally together with other homeschool families from around the state. Stay tuned for information about attending the "rally" at the end of the day.  We will share these details as soon as it is confirmed by Homeschool Alabama. In addition, if you missed the registration for the tours with Homeschool Alabama, there is so much to see and do in Montgomery!  We hope to post an activity guide for our families who still want to be a part of the day.

  • Teen Zoo Field Trip Day

    Birmingham Zoo 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, United States

    Join our Biology class for a field trip day at the Birmingham Zoo! Younger students and parents can also secure group admissions.

  • Botanical Gardens Discovery Field Trip

    Birmingham Botanical Gardens 2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, United States

    A field trip for the whole family!  We only have a few spots for this one though, so register ASAP! RESERVE NOW

    Free