Summer is here, and so are the events to go along with it. Check out our full list of ones happening close to you this month.

1. Vestavia Hills Farmer’s Market

Wednesdays | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Scout Square, Highway 31

Shop local businesses and farmers’ selections of fruits, veggies, candles, flowers, décor and more at this weekly market. Proceeds benefit support the Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church’s Food Pantry. Learn more on their Facebook page.

2. Party on the Patio

Thursday, June 3 | 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Shops at the Heights Village

Come out for live music, cocktails, discounts and more at restaurants and retailers in this part of Cahaba Heights. Find more details at facebook.com/Shop.Cahaba.Heights.

3. The Market @ Rocky Ridge

Saturday, June 19 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dirty Hippy, 2531 Rocky Ridge Road, #120

Shop more than 30 local artists, makers, and small businesses at this family friendly event. Masks are encouraged, and guests are asked to observe social distancing guidelines. Find more information on Facebook.

4. Father/Daughter Tea

Saturday, June 19 | 11 a.m.,
Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest Amphitheater

Calling all dads and daughters! This annual event is back with an outdoor setting and only 25 spaces available, and the theme will be “Unicorns and Stardust.” Register by Thursday, June 17, so they can have your kit ready to pick up by Friday, June 18. Call 205-978-0158 or email Ms. April at april.moon@vestavialibrary.org to register. Find many more virtual library programs for kids, teens and adults at vestavialibrary.org too.

5. Red Cross Blood Drive

Thursday, June 24 | 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Mountain Chapel United Methodist Church Gym

Hope save a life by giving blood! To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor keyword “MCUMC” or call 1-800-733-2767.

6. I Love America Night

Thursday, June 24 | 6-9 p.m.
Wald Park

Kick off your celebration of our country early with free swimming at the new Wald Park Pool, sponsor booths, children’s activities, Pops in the Park concert and more at this annual event—this year at the newly renovated park. You can also join in on a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Grand Lawn at Wald Park. Find updates at @ILoveAmericaNight on Facebook.