For Friends of Avondale Park, 2024 has been an active and fruitful year, and we couldn’t have done it without you! As you walk the park today, you can see evidence of FOAP’s dedication at every turn.

The Rose Care Community grew to over 20 regularly active participants and around 65 people who played even a small role—planting, pruning, and mulching—and the roses expressed their gratitude with more color than we have seen in years!

As a neighbor and partner to Birmigham’s best neighborhood library, FOAP replaced the branch’s 5th Avenue sign. And, with the help of a generous grant from Birmingham Botanical Gardens, we planted a gorgeous flower bed, filled with perennials, that will add annual color to what is now a beautiful and welcoming entrance.

Volunteer groups, both the Second Saturday faithfuls and corporate groups eager to give back, removed trash from the four blocks along 41st Street that shine a light on Avondale Park—we are so thankful for this spirit of community.

Our historic amphitheater played host to movies, music, and so much more. In May, FOAP helped sponsor the 3rd Annual Birmingham Folk Fest, which saw a full day of live bands performing on
4 stages, local vendors set up around the pond, and over 2500 people enjoying
the happy day.

At the annual May picnic and November holiday social, members gathered together as neighbors, appreciating each other and the gifts we each bring to our historic park. Many thanks to those who were able to attend.

Secret volunteers kept our special friends—Miss Fancy, at the park’s main entrance, and Little Miss Fancy on the park’s west side—dressed up and surrounded by healthy plants and decor. It is always a joy to discover her fashionable attire as the seasons go by.

We hope you will help us continue our good works and make it another great year for Friends of Avondale Park by joining us for the first time, or renewing your membership today.