HELENA – Helena Girl Scout Troop 28008 is hosting a food pantry. The public is encouraged to bring canned goods and nonperishable items to various drop-off spots or donate through Venmo and Cashapp through Nov. 23. For a list of drop-off locations, Venmo and Cashapp, visit Shelbycountyreporter.com/2021/11/11/helena-girl-scout-troop-offers-food-pantry-throughout-november/.
CALERA – The Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum will kick off the North Pole Express, on Friday, Nov. 19. On the way, listen to a whimsical Christmas story, sing your favorite holiday carols, and more. For more information, dates and tickets, visit Hodrrm.org/body.cfm?id=768.
BESSEMER – Benton Nissan Adoption Event in Bessemer on Saturday, Nov. 20 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 18 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information, visit Shelbyhumane.org.
PELHAM – Brunette Farms Market and Café is hosting a cookie walk in support of Shelby Humane. Saturday, Nov. 20 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Donations include checks, cash, blankets, puppy canned food, kitten canned food and more. Details and a full list can be found on their Facebook page.
MONTEVALLO – Montevallo Rotary Club’s second annual “Feed the Hungry” event Saturday, Nov. 20 at 1 p.m. at Montevallo Elementary School. Anyone needing food for Thanksgiving can drive through the school parking lot and receive a Thanksgiving meal. The food is non-perishable/requires no refrigeration.
HELENA – Experience goat yoga on Saturday, Nov. 20 at 3 p.m. Unplug the fresh air on the farm. There is plenty of space to social distance and have fun. Mats are included and events fill up fast.
VINCENT – Join Bailey Horsemanship for a two-day horsey camp. Monday, Nov. 22-Tuesday, Nov. 23 in Vincent. Participants will learn all horse safety, care and riding techniques in two days. Participants will be painting their horses, horseshoes and more For details, visit the Bailey Horsemanship Facebook page.
PELHAM – The Shelby County Chamber Annual Prayer Breakfast will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 23 at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena. To register visit Shelbychamber.org. For questions and information, call 205-663-4542.
ALABASTER – Visit the Albert L. Scott Library on Wednesday, Nov. 24 from 10-11 a.m. for Thanksgiving Break Story Time. All children must be with an adult.
ALABASTER – The Alabaster City Council Meeting will take place on Monday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. The pre-meeting will begin at 6 p.m.
CHELSEA – St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church will hold their Turkey Trot for Hunger on Thursday, Nov. 25 at 7:30 a.m. The event will support the Beans and Rice Pantry at the church. The Turkey Trot will take place at Chelsea Recreational Park. For more information, visit their Facebook page.
