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Photo courtesy of LJCC.
LJCC to host Sam Lapidus Run on Thanksgiving
At the Levite Jewish Community Center, the Sam Lapidus Montclair Run is a Thanksgiving morning tradition. more
Photo courtesy of Alabama Designer Craftsmen.
Local craftsmen to host 46th annual show at Gardens
The Alabama Designer Craftsmen will put on their 46th annual Fine Crafts Show this month at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
St. Francis Xavier Tamale Sale coming Nov. 16–18
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church is bringing its annual tamale sale back the weekend before Thanksgiving. more
Photo courtesy of Jennifer Andress.
Pedestrian bridge over U.S. 280 to begin construction soon
A pedestrian bridge between Homewood and Mountain Brook is expected to see the start of construction within the next few months. more
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Boo at the Zoo offers Halloween candy, games
The event will continue through Halloween. more
ClasTran seeks additional funding to cover budget shortfall
The paratransit bus service provides rides for retirees and people with disabilities around central Alabama. more
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10th annual Boiling 'N Bragging raises money for Children's critical transport
See photos from the 2018 Boiling 'N Bragging event on Aug. 18. more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell
Skating to the top
Mountain Brook skater Rica Hecker is part of the ‘Theatre on Ice’ national championship team. more
Photo courtesy of Harry Long
Crestline merchants to offer big deals for annual Tent Sale
Crestline’s annual Tent Sale will bring merchants from their storefronts into the streets to offer discounts on clothing, shoes and more as they clear out summer products to prepare for fall. more
Photo courtesy of Children’s of Alabama
Boiling ‘N Bragging to celebrate 10th anniversary at Aug. 18 event
Otey’s Tavern will be the site of a college football tailgate for the 10th year in a row, as Boiling ‘N Bragging returns Aug. 18. more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell
Better together?
Compared to national averages, Birmingham is lagging behind in growth for population, jobs and overall economic development. more
Emily’s Law raises consequences for dangerous dogs
With the new Emily’s Law coming into effect statewide July 1, owners of dogs prone to biting or attacking will have to take extra safety precautions — with the potential for felony consequences if they don’t. more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
Mountain Brook equestrians achieve national rankings
Two Mountain Brook students recently achieved regional and national rankings in hunter jumper riding competitions. more
Photo by Sarah Finnegan.
A larger-than-life hero
Mountain Brook native pens book about father’s WWII legacy. more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
Lamb’s Ears co-owner begins granola venture, Market 46 Bakery
If Elizabeth Roberts needed confirmation that she was onto something with her granola recipe, it came when she introduced her salted caramel and dark chocolate flavor. more
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English Village hosts holiday shoppers with open house, poker run
This is the second year English Village merchants have given away a prize to the poker run winner. more
Photos by Sydney Cromwell.
4-legged Search and Rescue
Local volunteer organization becomes go-to resource for Central Alabama missions. more
Photo courtesy of Christopher Paul Luker.
Handful of local homes to participate in holiday tours
Samford University’s Legacy League will host its holiday home tour this month with a set of five homes on display in Mountain Brook, Homewood and Vestavia Hills. more
Photo courtesy of Janet Sanders.
MBAA Art Show moves to The Summit
The Mountain Brook Art Association is moving its annual holiday show from Brookwood Village to the Summit this year. more
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