New Kid’s Menu at Jim ‘N Nicks

One of our FAVORITE places to eat out is Jim ‘N Nicks. So when I heard about their NEW Kid’s Menu, I was super excited. Here are the details: Look mom no freezers! Scratch-made drive-thru! As always, Jim ‘N Nick’s does not have freezers so every item is cooked from scratch every day and that [...]

Jenney McAnnally Photography Giveaway

Jenney McAnnally is a school teacher turned stay at home mom turned professional photographer.  She loves being with children and capturing their true personality in a photograph.  The playfulness of childhood should be enjoyed and remembered and a location shoot with JMP is the perfect way to do that.  She offers prints of all sizes as well [...]

Teen Night at the Movies in the Park

This one is for the teens!!! Check out Teen Night at the Movies in the Park. July 16, 2010 at Veteran’s Park in Alabaster. Are you a mom (or dad) of a teen? No need to worry about them getting into trouble if they are busy having fun in a supervised community event.  Join the [...]

Free BOWLING FOR KIDS at Oak Mountain Lanes

It’s hot. My kids want to play. The last place I want to go is outside in the dead heat.  So, it’s simple: look for stuff to do indoors. That get’s very expensive. Unless…  IT’S FREE or pretty darn close to be free. Today was no exception. About 2pm, my kids are going crazy wanting [...]

Magic City Discount Codes

Trying to keep your children entertained isn’t just hard on you, it can be hard on your wallet as well. We’ve contacted local businesses and asked them to give our wonderful readers a discount code so that you can get out and enjoy all the Magic City has to offer without breaking the bank. Local [...]

Local Photographers

There are tons of amazing photographers in the Magic City, here are a few of our favorites: Captured Moments by Kim Stephanie Fisher Photography Jen Cowsar Photography Amy P Photography Photography by Tonya Capture the Moment Photography Jenney McAnnally Photography If your a photographer and would like your business listed, please email us at MagicCityMom [...]

Play Local

There’s one thing that the Magic City doesn’t lack, and that’s entertainment. With a variety of venues to appease every age group, there’s no reason for you to ever be bored. Just for Kids: Cherubs Clubhouse Treetop Family Adventure Birmingham Zoo McWane Science Center iJump Birmingham Children’s Theatre Chuck E Cheese A Play Place Pump [...]

Eat Local

There are so many great places to eat in the Magic City, that my husband and I often argue over where we are going to eat. If you have a favorite that’s not on the list, feel free to email us at MagicCityMom AT yahoot DOT com. Kid-Friendly: O’Charleys Area 41 Pizza Company Eat Healthy: [...]

Shop Local

Your money has got to go somewhere, so why not make sure it’s going to local businesses? Mom-Owned Businesses: Cuties for Cuties Sew Adorable- Boutique clothing, monogrammed gifts and more. The Pitter Pat House Amanda Graves 31 Gifts Shopping Cart Covers for Babies Amy Marquis Designs Peeper’s Clothing Bham Transformers – reshaping, nutrition and skin [...]

Scoping out the “Kids Eat Free” Deals

Saving money in these economic times is a must for most households. Finding ways to cut back on your monthly bills isn’t always easy and one of the first things to go is usually the ability to eat out as a family. I mean, let’s face it, the bill for a family of four to [...]