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‘An exciting new adventure’
For many years, there have been Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. The ideas were similar, but didn’t always offer the same activities. Read more
BHM26.2 race series weaves through city for another year
Each child who has received a Magic Moment represents a mile marker of the marathon, Martin said. Read more
Photo courtesy of Abbey Seale Photography.
Marching with Maeve
When the Birmingham Kidney Walk kicks off April 13, 2-year-old Mountain Brook resident Maeve Campbell will be leading the way as this year’s Walk Patient Chair. Read more
Spartans embrace championship mentality
A one-goal loss in last year’s state semifinal left Zach Shunnarah feeling both heartbroken and hazy. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Shades Creek Fest returns April 27
After the success of the first year in 2018, the Shades Creek Appreciation Festival is returning the weekend after Easter on April 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read more
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
Pink up the Pace 5K, Dolly Dash to benefit cancer research
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama Junior Board will host its second annual Pink up the Pace 5K and 1-mile Dolly Dash on Saturday, April 27, at the Crestline Elementary School Field. Read more
Local landscape groups organize Tankard lecture for April 25
During the lecture, Tankard will be speaking about garden artists and gardens of the arts and crafts movement. Read more
Photo by Alyx Chandler.
MBS Student Showcase back April 22 for 4th year
On the evening of April 22, a portion of Crestline will be filled with community members, families, friends and students for the fourth annual Student Showcase. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
2019 marks 50th installment of annual Spring Plant Sale
The Friends of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens is hosting its annual Spring Plant Sale this April, but with one special mention: it’s the 50th anniversary of the event. Read more
Photo courtesy of Tom Lewis.
Dan Anderson Lax Classic returns after 2018 washout
Due to a discouraging forecast of severe weather, the two organizers of the Dan Anderson Lacrosse Classic canceled the event for the first time in its 15-year history. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Building bonds
School resource officers wear many hats to support students and faculty. Read more
Anne Dawson
Gardens host packed house at 2019 Cherry Blossom Festival
Every parking space in the Birmingham Botanical Gardens lot was full on Saturday, March 16, with people from all over wanting to take part in the 2019 Cherry Blossom Festival. Read more
Photos courtesy of Amy Kerper
Local residents support the JLB’s efforts to raise more than $1 Million for One Place
Two years ago, the Junior League of Birmingham (JLB) announced plans to celebrate and commemorate the JLB’s 100th Anniversary. Read more
Photo courtesy of Foundations Early Learning & Family Center
State Rep. David Faulkner visited preschoolers as they celebrate Black History Month
State Rep. David Faulkner (District 46) visited preschoolers at Foundations Early Learning & Family Center in Fairfield as they celebrated Black History Month. Read more
CJFS honoring local businessman, philanthropist
Hal Abroms will be honored at the Collat Jewish Family Service's tenth annual "Hands Up Together" on April 28. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Village2Village race draws hundreds
The start and finish was in front of the Grand Bohemian Hotel, with the course winding through Mountain Brook. Read more
Mountain Brook senior honored for volunteer service
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honors young people across America for outstanding volunteer service. Read more
Submitted by Kristi Walters
Sid Strong Foundation makes second $30,000 donation to Children’s
The Sid Strong Foundation recently made its second $30,000 contribution to Children’s Hospital of Alabama. Read more
Photo by Jesse Chambers
69th annual Camellia Show held at BBG with over 300 blooms
The Birmingham Camellia Society hosted the event, which marked the camellia's 60th anniversary as state flower. Read more
Mountain Brook Blazers go undefeated, win OTM championship
The sixth-grade Mountain Brook Blazers completed a 16-0 season with a 33-31 double overtime victory over the Vestavia Blue in the sixth-grade girls Over the Mountain Championship. Read more
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