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Council District Seven
East Brownville, Garden Highlands, Germania Park, Grasselli Heights, Green Acres, Hillman, Hillman Park, Industrial Center, Jones Valley, Oxmoor Valley, Powderly, Riley Travellick, Roosevelt City, Tarpley City, West Brownville, West Goldwire
District Seven Councilor
Councilor Wardine T. Alexander
Birmingham City Councilor Wardine Towers Alexander is Chair of the Administration & Governmental Affairs Committee and a member of the Budget and Finance and Workforce Development Committees.
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Biography
She is a Birmingham native and proud product of the Birmingham City Schools, where she graduated from Wenonah High School. She attended the University of Alabama and has a B. S. Degree in Medical Technology from the University of Alabama in Birmingham. She has a son Gregory, a granddaughter MaKenzie, and is a member of Trinity Baptist Church.
A board-certified Medical Technologist, with a specialty in blood banking, Councilor Alexander retired after a long career in clinical laboratory medicine. She is a past president of the Alabama State Association of Blood Banks and volunteers and serves the community through her affiliation with the National Pan-Hellenic Council and her membership in Omicron Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and the Tri-County (AL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated.
Councilor Alexander represented District 7 on the Board of Education for Birmingham City Schools from 2013-2017, serving two terms as Board President. She strongly believes in public education and that all students should be college or career ready upon graduation. During her tenure on the Board of Education, the Birmingham City Schools received Advanced full accreditation for all district schools, increased the number of Pre-K classrooms, and offered Dual Enrollment for all eligible students. Her community service has included Vice President on the One Roof Board of Directors, Trustee of the Birmingham Public Library and board membership on the Trinity Baptist Church Community Development Center, Incorporated.
She was appointed to the Birmingham City Council on October 30, 2018 to represent District 7. Her top priorities for the district centers around sustainable programs that will improve public safety, economic opportunity, and the ultimate enhancement of the quality of life for all residents along with effective workforce development and community revitalization programs. She believes that with improved collaboration among the residents, major community/business stakeholders, the Council, and the Mayor, effective change can be brought to District 7 and the City.
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District Contact Info
For District Schools
WALTER WILSON, BOARD MEMBER, DISTRICT 7
SCHOOLS:
Arrington Elementary
Oxmoor Valley Elementary
West End Academy
Green Acres Middle
Jones Valley Middle
Wenonah High
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District Related Events
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Birmingham 365 Events
Squishmallow Party!
12-21-2024
12-21-2024
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Dec 21 @ 10:30 am
(All Ages) Can't get enough squishmallows? Neither can we! Bring your squishmallows (or favorite stuffy) for a fun day of squishmallow themed activities, crafts and food!
(All Ages) Can't get enough squishmallows? Neither can we! Bring your squishmallows (or favorite stuffy) for a fun day of squishmallow themed activities, crafts and food!
[less-]Tags: Family + Camps, For Teens, Great for Families, Libraries, Pre-K, Pre-Teens, Elementary
Vulcan’s Magical Nights
12-12-2024
12-31-2024
Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Dec 21 @ 4:00 pm
Sun, Dec 22 @ 4:00 pm
Mon, Dec 23 @ 4:00 pm
Thu, Dec 26 @ 4:00 pm Fri, Dec 27 @ 4:00 pm Sat, Dec 28 @ 4:00 pm Sun, Dec 29 @ 4:00 pm Mon, Dec 30 @ 4:00 pm Tue, Dec 31 @ 4:00 pm - less dates and times
Join Vulcan Park and Museum nightly from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM through December 31 for a festive celebration of lights!
Perfect for family outings or an enchanting date night, Vulcan Park & Museum atop Red Mountain is the ideal setting to create...
[more+]Join Vulcan Park and Museum nightly from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM through December 31 for a festive celebration of lights!
Perfect for family outings or an enchanting date night, Vulcan Park & Museum atop Red Mountain is the ideal setting to create cherished memories under the glow of Birmingham’s most luminous landmark.
Magical Nights with Santa will be on select nights in December (6,7,13,14,19,20,21,22,23) from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
[less-]Tags: Great for Families, Special Events, Family + Camps
Magical Nights with Santa
12-21-2024
12-21-2024
Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Dec 21 @ 6:00 pm
Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the...
[more+]Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the whole family to meet Santa and share your holiday wishes under the glow of twinkling lights. Don’t forget to snap a festive photo with the big guy Vulcan, illuminated in vibrant colors, while enjoying the sparkle of Vulcan’s Magical Nights.
Reserve your spot with Santa for an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer! See below for dates. Click your selected date to purchase tickets.
**PLEASE NOTE: Ticket time is set for Magical Nights from 4 PM to 8 PM, but Santa is from 6 PM to 8 PM inside the Visitor Center. Pricing includes access to Magical Nights.**
[less-]Tags: Great for Families, Family + Camps
Magical Nights with Santa
12-22-2024
12-22-2024
Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sun, Dec 22 @ 6:00 pm
Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the...
[more+]Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the whole family to meet Santa and share your holiday wishes under the glow of twinkling lights. Don’t forget to snap a festive photo with the big guy Vulcan, illuminated in vibrant colors, while enjoying the sparkle of Vulcan’s Magical Nights.
Reserve your spot with Santa for an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer! See below for dates. Click your selected date to purchase tickets.
**PLEASE NOTE: Ticket time is set for Magical Nights from 4 PM to 8 PM, but Santa is from 6 PM to 8 PM inside the Visitor Center. Pricing includes access to Magical Nights.**
[less-]Tags: Great for Families, Family + Camps
Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally
12-02-2024
12-30-2024
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Dec 23 @ 2:00 pm
Mon, Dec 30 @ 2:00 pm
Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Public Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness...
[more+]Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Public Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness welcome. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Libraries, Health + Wellness
Magical Nights with Santa
12-23-2024
12-23-2024
Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Dec 23 @ 6:00 pm
Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the...
[more+]Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the whole family to meet Santa and share your holiday wishes under the glow of twinkling lights. Don’t forget to snap a festive photo with the big guy Vulcan, illuminated in vibrant colors, while enjoying the sparkle of Vulcan’s Magical Nights.
Reserve your spot with Santa for an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer! See below for dates. Click your selected date to purchase tickets.
**PLEASE NOTE: Ticket time is set for Magical Nights from 4 PM to 8 PM, but Santa is from 6 PM to 8 PM inside the Visitor Center. Pricing includes access to Magical Nights.**
[less-]Tags: Great for Families, Family + Camps
Teen Art Camp
12-10-2024
12-24-2024
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Tue, Dec 24 @ 4:00 pm
(4th-12th Grade) Young artists are welcome to join us and Kane Bourgeois for art classes. Learn some basics, some tips and tricks, and have fun doing it! All supplies provided, but you are more than welcome to bring any sketchbook or drawing...
[more+](4th-12th Grade) Young artists are welcome to join us and Kane Bourgeois for art classes. Learn some basics, some tips and tricks, and have fun doing it! All supplies provided, but you are more than welcome to bring any sketchbook or drawing supplies you may use, or a digital drawing interface. Register for each session online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Family + Camps, For Teens, Libraries, Visual Arts, Art + Stage
New Year Reflections with Birmingham's Poet Laureate, Salaam Green
12-30-2024
12-30-2024
Presented by The Literacy Council at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Dec 30 @ 4:00 pm
Guests will enjoy light refreshments while experiencing the beauty of Salaam Green’s poetry set against the stunning Magic City skyline at twilight. With Vulcan, Birmingham's iconic symbol, as a towering backdrop, this gathering promises to be...
[more+]Guests will enjoy light refreshments while experiencing the beauty of Salaam Green’s poetry set against the stunning Magic City skyline at twilight. With Vulcan, Birmingham's iconic symbol, as a towering backdrop, this gathering promises to be both meaningful and memorable.
Sponsored by the Alabama Humanities Alliance and coordinated by the Literacy Council of Central Alabama, this event highlights the transformative role of the arts in fostering community connection and advancing literacy. Featuring Salaam Green’s inspiring work, the evening aims to demonstrate how poetry can empower individuals to read, write, speak English, and develop essential skills for success. Celebrate the eve of New Year’s Eve with New Year Reflections—an enriching cultural experience that will make your Birmingham staycation (or visit) truly unforgettable.
[less-]Tags: Special Events, Spoken Word, Art + Stage
Squishmallow Party!
12-21-2024
12-21-2024
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Dec 21 @ 10:30 am
(All Ages) Can't get enough squishmallows? Neither can we! Bring your squishmallows (or favorite stuffy) for a fun day of squishmallow themed activities, crafts and food!
(All Ages) Can't get enough squishmallows? Neither can we! Bring your squishmallows (or favorite stuffy) for a fun day of squishmallow themed activities, crafts and food!
[less-]Tags: Family + Camps, For Teens, Great for Families, Libraries, Pre-K, Pre-Teens, Elementary
Vulcan’s Magical Nights
12-12-2024
12-31-2024
Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Dec 21 @ 4:00 pm
Sun, Dec 22 @ 4:00 pm
Mon, Dec 23 @ 4:00 pm
Thu, Dec 26 @ 4:00 pm Fri, Dec 27 @ 4:00 pm Sat, Dec 28 @ 4:00 pm Sun, Dec 29 @ 4:00 pm Mon, Dec 30 @ 4:00 pm Tue, Dec 31 @ 4:00 pm - less dates and times
Join Vulcan Park and Museum nightly from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM through December 31 for a festive celebration of lights!
Perfect for family outings or an enchanting date night, Vulcan Park & Museum atop Red Mountain is the ideal setting to create...
[more+]Join Vulcan Park and Museum nightly from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM through December 31 for a festive celebration of lights!
Perfect for family outings or an enchanting date night, Vulcan Park & Museum atop Red Mountain is the ideal setting to create cherished memories under the glow of Birmingham’s most luminous landmark.
Magical Nights with Santa will be on select nights in December (6,7,13,14,19,20,21,22,23) from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
[less-]Tags: Great for Families, Special Events, Family + Camps
Magical Nights with Santa
12-21-2024
12-21-2024
Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sat, Dec 21 @ 6:00 pm
Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the...
[more+]Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the whole family to meet Santa and share your holiday wishes under the glow of twinkling lights. Don’t forget to snap a festive photo with the big guy Vulcan, illuminated in vibrant colors, while enjoying the sparkle of Vulcan’s Magical Nights.
Reserve your spot with Santa for an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer! See below for dates. Click your selected date to purchase tickets.
**PLEASE NOTE: Ticket time is set for Magical Nights from 4 PM to 8 PM, but Santa is from 6 PM to 8 PM inside the Visitor Center. Pricing includes access to Magical Nights.**
[less-]Tags: Great for Families, Family + Camps
Magical Nights with Santa
12-22-2024
12-22-2024
Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Sun, Dec 22 @ 6:00 pm
Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the...
[more+]Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the whole family to meet Santa and share your holiday wishes under the glow of twinkling lights. Don’t forget to snap a festive photo with the big guy Vulcan, illuminated in vibrant colors, while enjoying the sparkle of Vulcan’s Magical Nights.
Reserve your spot with Santa for an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer! See below for dates. Click your selected date to purchase tickets.
**PLEASE NOTE: Ticket time is set for Magical Nights from 4 PM to 8 PM, but Santa is from 6 PM to 8 PM inside the Visitor Center. Pricing includes access to Magical Nights.**
[less-]Tags: Great for Families, Family + Camps
Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally
12-02-2024
12-30-2024
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Dec 23 @ 2:00 pm
Mon, Dec 30 @ 2:00 pm
Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Public Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness...
[more+]Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Public Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness welcome. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Libraries, Health + Wellness
Magical Nights with Santa
12-23-2024
12-23-2024
Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Dec 23 @ 6:00 pm
Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the...
[more+]Experience the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa Claus himself! On select nights in December from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Vulcan Park & Museum invites you to create cherished memories during Magical Nights with Santa!
Bring the whole family to meet Santa and share your holiday wishes under the glow of twinkling lights. Don’t forget to snap a festive photo with the big guy Vulcan, illuminated in vibrant colors, while enjoying the sparkle of Vulcan’s Magical Nights.
Reserve your spot with Santa for an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer! See below for dates. Click your selected date to purchase tickets.
**PLEASE NOTE: Ticket time is set for Magical Nights from 4 PM to 8 PM, but Santa is from 6 PM to 8 PM inside the Visitor Center. Pricing includes access to Magical Nights.**
[less-]Tags: Great for Families, Family + Camps
Teen Art Camp
12-10-2024
12-24-2024
Presented by Homewood Public Library at Homewood Public Library, Homewood
Upcoming Dates:
Tue, Dec 24 @ 4:00 pm
(4th-12th Grade) Young artists are welcome to join us and Kane Bourgeois for art classes. Learn some basics, some tips and tricks, and have fun doing it! All supplies provided, but you are more than welcome to bring any sketchbook or drawing...
[more+](4th-12th Grade) Young artists are welcome to join us and Kane Bourgeois for art classes. Learn some basics, some tips and tricks, and have fun doing it! All supplies provided, but you are more than welcome to bring any sketchbook or drawing supplies you may use, or a digital drawing interface. Register for each session online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
[less-]Tags: Family + Camps, For Teens, Libraries, Visual Arts, Art + Stage
New Year Reflections with Birmingham's Poet Laureate, Salaam Green
12-30-2024
12-30-2024
Presented by The Literacy Council at Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham
Upcoming Dates:
Mon, Dec 30 @ 4:00 pm
Guests will enjoy light refreshments while experiencing the beauty of Salaam Green’s poetry set against the stunning Magic City skyline at twilight. With Vulcan, Birmingham's iconic symbol, as a towering backdrop, this gathering promises to be...
[more+]Guests will enjoy light refreshments while experiencing the beauty of Salaam Green’s poetry set against the stunning Magic City skyline at twilight. With Vulcan, Birmingham's iconic symbol, as a towering backdrop, this gathering promises to be both meaningful and memorable.
Sponsored by the Alabama Humanities Alliance and coordinated by the Literacy Council of Central Alabama, this event highlights the transformative role of the arts in fostering community connection and advancing literacy. Featuring Salaam Green’s inspiring work, the evening aims to demonstrate how poetry can empower individuals to read, write, speak English, and develop essential skills for success. Celebrate the eve of New Year’s Eve with New Year Reflections—an enriching cultural experience that will make your Birmingham staycation (or visit) truly unforgettable.
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