The Celebrate the Family Expo makes its seventh appearance at the Finley Center, 100 Finley Blvd., within the Hoover Met Complex. This free, family‑friendly event brings together local organizations, faith‑based groups and businesses to provide resources that nurture the physical, emotional and spiritual well‑being of parents and children.
Activities for Kids and Adults
Children can explore the Wonders Center & Science Museum Kids Zone, enjoy face painting, balloon twisting and meet costumed mascots. Adults will find live music, product samples and giveaways throughout the day.
Cooking Demonstrations on the ALFA Farmers Celebrity Chef Stage
The expo’s culinary showcase features local chefs sharing recipes, cooking tips and free samples. Scheduled participants include Debbie Goldsmith of Lil Bougie’s, Karah Skinner of Rock House Farms, Stephen Ritchey of Christo’s Confections, author Danna Standridge of “Happiness is Homemade Y’all,” and Brenda Gantt of Cooking with Brenda Gantt.
Each chef will demonstrate family‑style meals that are both nutritious and budget‑friendly, aligning with the expo’s mission to support wholesome family life.
Faith‑Based Resources and Community Connections
Organized with the help of Birmingham Christian Family, the expo highlights a range of ministries, counseling services and faith‑centered programs. Attendees can speak with representatives from churches, youth ministries and family counseling agencies, all dedicated to strengthening families through biblical principles.
Local nonprofits will also have booths offering information on parenting workshops, marriage enrichment classes and youth mentorship opportunities.
How to Attend
Admission is free and the event is open to the entire family. Parking is available at the Met Complex, and the venue is wheelchair accessible. For additional details, visitors can consult the event page on birminghamchristian.com.
The Celebrate the Family Expo continues to embody the community’s commitment to faith, family and personal liberty, providing a welcoming space where families can learn, connect and grow together.
Original reporting: Hoover Sun — read the source article.
