Whether a first time home buyer or seasoned retiree, Pelham is a special place to live.  Pelham's mild climate allows participation in outdoor activities all year round, a big plus if golf or tennis is your game.

Residents will tell you that Pelham is a great place for families.  Children attend award-winning schools and have opportunities to participate in a variety of after-school activities.  Dance, gymnastics and martial arts schools are conveniently located in the city, as well as a fine arts school and ice skating school.  With several athletic programs to choose from, it's clear that children can experience a variety of activities while growing up in Pelham.

Residents describe Pelham as a safe community with all the conveniences of a large city.  Affordable housing and world-renowned medical facilities make Pelham a desirable community.

Pelham's 40th Birthday Party - Pelham Jubilee, will be held on July 10, 2004 at the Pelham Civic Complex.   FREE activities are planned for the entire family.  From 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. children can enjoy free ice skating, get their face painted by Magic Town Clowns, watch The Magic Man do tricks, play on inflatable activities and win prizes at carnival games.  The Pelham Skate School will offer free ice skating lessons from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.  Children must pre-register for the lessons by calling 620-6448 x 118.  The Pelham Police Department will be offering free finger-printing kits for the children in attendance.  Local restaurants will have booths selling a variety of food.  Beginning at 4:30 p.m. the music begins with four bands entertaining the audience with music sure to please everyone. Come dance to the music of MUSE, Dr. Feelgood, The Ray Goss Band and The Sweet Young'Uns.  The Culinard at Virginia College will cater the evening event. This event is sponsored by The City of Pelham, Charter Communications, Regions Bank, Issis & Sons Carpet and Oriental Rugs, Alabama Power, Alagasco,  Remax Realty and Ballantrae, A Mobley Development, Inc.