Check out our full list of happenings close to you this month.

Thursday Night Trivia

7 p.m.
Brocks Gap Brewing Company

Trivia is the perfect night-out idea for friends, for couples, for coworkers or even families, too. Trivia categories cover food, music, movies, TV shows, animals, cars, sports and much more. Enjoy a craft beer over a game of cornhole while listening to a live band play. Swing by the food trucks outside to sample some of Hoover’s best “meals on wheels.” Visit brocksgapbrewing.com for more information.

Ross Bridge Farmers Market

Fridays through July 29 | 4-8 p.m.
2101 Grand Avenue

Start your weekend off right by visiting the Ross Bridge Farmers Market every Friday evening throughout the summer. Local farmers and artists will be there, and they’ll be selling fresh produce, arts and crafts, jewelry, candles, perfumes, flowers and more. This family-friendly event is free and perfect for all ages. Learn more about it on Facebook @Rossbridgefarmersmarket.

The World Games: Softball

July 9-13
The Hoover Metropolitan Complex

Mayor Frank Brocato along with the City of Hoover is proud to host the 2022 World Games! The Hoover Metropolitan Complex will feature five days of softball games in a fierce competition that ultimately will yield a first-place world champion team. The World Games only occurs once every four years, and this is the first time the state of Alabama has ever hosted. You don’t want to miss these hometown events! Buy your tickets online at twg2022.com/sports/softball.

Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce July Coffee and Contacts

July 14 | 7:30-9 a.m.
Alabama Credit Union

This event bridges the gap between local business entities and those who want to get involved with the community and partner with one another. Coffee and Contacts is a great way to meet professionals outside of the workplace all while bonding over a “cup of joe.” Join the chamber for this event by registering at business.hooverchamber.org/events.

Storytime at Lee Branch

July 22 | 10:30-11 a.m.
East 59 Cafe

Bring your preschool-age children for storytime and songs! This event is the perfect “need something to do” summer activity that will leave kids happy and parents with some time to themselves. To learn more about this event, visit hoover.libnet.info.