Ballerinas, bowling, bats, botanical garden bring fun before school year

Performers for the Alabama Dance Theatre will provide an array of spectacular performances at the Montgomery Riverwalk Amphitheater. (Alabama Dance Theatre)
Can’t Miss Alabama serves up summer’s last hurrahs before school begins.
Enjoy Babe Ruffs in the Park on Sunday as Barons and Smokies play in Birmingham July 31
Hey batter, batter … bark! Birmingham dog owners and pets are invited to the Birmingham Barons and Tennessee Smokies baseball game on Sunday — truly a game for the entire family. Meet other four-legged friends while being entered to win a set of tickets to see Adele in concert.
Owners and dogs must each have a ticket, and dogs are permitted in the outfield, picnic and breezeway areas of Regions Field.
Tickets range from $7 to $14. Fans get $2 off a regular ticket with a military ID. Dog tickets are $10 and will be available only at the park side entrance across from Railroad Park.
Shine on with ‘Stars on the Riverfront‘ in Montgomery July 31-Aug. 1

Alabama Dance Theatre will perform an evening of ballet by the river in Montgomery. (Alabama Dance Theatre)
Combine an evening of moonlit dance near the river, and you’ve got a magical night of ballet. Don’t miss this free performance by members of the Alabama Dance Theatre on Sunday and Monday at 7:30 p.m.
The show is at the Riverwalk Amphitheater in Montgomery. Call 334-241-2590 for details.
Indulge the kids with free bowling at Bama Lanes in Montgomery July 29
With just days to spare before school starts, kids will enjoy bowling on Friday in Bama Lanes’ fun and friendly atmosphere. Every child gets two free games and, with 30 lanes to choose from, everyone’s happy.
Bama Lanes is at 3020 Atlanta Highway and is open from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. Call 334-272-5423 for more information.
Feed your spirit by taking in the beauty of Wetumpka’s Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum this weekend

Jasmine Hill is crowned in crape myrtles. (Contributed)
Engulf yourself in the peaceful beauty of Jasmine Hill Gardens, whose luscious crape myrtles serve as backdrops to 20 acres of pools and fountains — bringing perfect calm to the end of your busy week.
The botanical garden is in full bloom at 3001 Jasmine Hill Road, open Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for children. Call 334-263-5713 for information.
Hit Scottsboro Trade Days for unique items, delicious food and fun through Aug. 1
Grab an ice-cold lemonade and a bag of fresh-roasted peanuts and get set for a stroll around Courthouse Square for arts and crafts. Find handmade items, clothes, baskets, antiques and plants. Visit Trade Days at 316 South Broad St. through Aug. 1.