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New Horizons program keeping retired minds sharp
Three mornings a week, men and women of retirement age gather for socializing and to listen to informative speakers. The group, sponsored by UAB’s Integrative Center for Aging Research, also organizes lunches, cultural events, field trips and travel. Read more
Local author takes contemporary journey with C.S. Lewis’ wife
She’s the author of 15 novels, but Henry’s whole career might strike some — particularly those who knew her in high school and college — as a little crazy. Read more
Firefighters shave their heads for a cause
Mountain Brook Firefighters Local 1295 and Homewood Firefighters Local 1288 are joining with Tonya Jones SalonSpa and Cahaba Brewery for the 2019 version of Shave-A-Firefighter, which culminates with an event Dec. 6 at Tonya Jones SalonSpa. Read more
Mountain Brook native forges music career in Nashville
Her first single, “Sorta Kinda Maybe,” is available on music streaming sites, and there’s much more to come. Read more
Red Mountain Theatre celebrates the season with 15th year of ‘Spectacular’
The 15th installment this season will, as always, feature the members of RMTC’s Conservatory, including 78 performers from ages 9-18, and some guest performers, too. Read more
Special delivery: Collat Jewish Family Services spearheads Senior Grocery Initiative
Every second Sunday of the month, volunteers meet at the N.E. Miles Jewish Day School on Montclair Road to pack and deliver groceries to Campbell and other low-income seniors. Read more