ERICA TECHO
Photo by Erica Techo.
Back-to-school tax holiday set for July 20-22
For the second year in a row, the back-to-school tax-free weekend will take place in July. Read more
Erica Techo
Cause, effects of addiction focus at Freedom from Addiction Coalition breakfast
The next Community Awareness Breakfast will be held in September and will be hosted by the city of Hoover. Read more
Erica Techo
Alabama red snapper season begins June 1
The season is set to last through Labor Day weekend, although it may be longer or shorter depending on pounds caught. Read more
Photos by Sarah Finnegan.
New lifestyle boutique comes to Mountain Brook Village
Located in an open-concept store filled with bright, natural light, Outpost is filled with items matching that aesthetic. Read more
Erica Techo
Families enjoy sunshine, games at summer reading kickoff
The celebrations started with the Thomas Hughes Brinkley Memorial Fun Run and continued with carnival games and activities. Read more
Photo courtesy of Kalai Kennedy-Lynam.
St. Jude Field of Dreams returns to Grand Bohemian
For the fourth year in a row, St. Jude Field of Dreams is returning to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Read more
Erica Techo
Palmer gives Washington update at multi-chamber event
Rep. Gary Palmer spoke at the April 4 Eggs and Issues event, which was co-hosted by several area chambers. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Botanical Gardens’ Spring Plant Sale returns to Brookwood Village
As spring arrives, more than 100,000 different plants will make their way to Brookwood Village. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
Mountain Brook Art Association moves annual spring art show to May
After decades of taking place in April, the Mountain Brook Art Association’s spring art show will now move to a new month. Read more
Photo courtesy of The Altamont School.
Debating champions
Mountain Brook resident, teammate see success on Altamont debate team. Read more
Photo courtesy of the Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation.
Norma Livingston foundation encourages movement through March 4 fundraiser
The Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation shares the same messages with its fundraisers as it does to women diagnosed with ovarian cancer: keep moving and keep spirits up, said Jenny McInerney, executive director for the foundation. Read more
Courtesy of Heather Lebensburger
Smack Out Cancer returns in February
The fundraiser for Children's of Alabama will run from Feb. 1 through Feb. 28. Read more
Photo by Sarah Finnegan.
Giving and receiving support
MBHS student creates group for siblings of people with special needs. Read more
Photo by Erica Techo.
Biannual Sweet Repeats to benefit MBCC’s short-term missions
Mountain Brook Community Church’s biannual consignment sale is set to return this month. Read more
Photo courtesy of Glenwood.
Night Under the Big Top to support Glenwood
Live music, a silent disco, drinks and food will all come together for Glenwood’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Adults-only Valentine’s Day fun planned for Woo at the Zoo
Adults looking for an alternative to the typical Valentine’s Day dinner can find an option at the Birmingham Zoo. Read more
Photo courtesy of Emmet O’Neal Library.
EOL to accept valentines for Children’s Hospital patients
Individuals looking to spread extra cheer this Valentine’s Day can do so through Emmet O’Neal Library. Read more
Photo courtesy of LUJEN Brands.
MBHS graduate voices positivity, confidence in music
Bailey Coats has been singing since she was 2 years old, and she hasn’t stopped since. Read more
Photo by Sarah Finnegan.
Holiday dreams achieved
Mountain Brook girls to star in Alabama Ballet production of ‘The Nutcracker.’ Read more
Erica Techo
Mystics of Mountain Brook Parade kicks off Halloween night
The parade included floats with glitter cannons, live music and plenty of candy. Read more
