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WEDDINGS 2017

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WHERE: 3841 6th Ave S WHAT: 5 Beds, 3 Full Baths HOW MUCH: $249,900 SETTING: Avondale 3/2 updated with a 2/1 basement apartment! The house is one block from Avondale Park (you can see the park and Avondale Library from the front porch).

INDOORS: The main level features hardwoods except for tile in the baths and kitchen, and granite countertops.

OUTDOORS: There is a covered front porch, screened in and covered back porch.

Basement apartment with separate access.

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WHERE: 4825 Lincrest Dr WHAT: 4 Beds, 2 Full Baths HOW MUCH: $245,000 SETTING: Great updates with spacious rooms, two living spaces, 2 car garage and fenced backyard.

INDOORS: A large main level laundry room and new AC. Wonderful space and natural light.

OUTDOORS: New Roof, and Convenient to restaurants, shopping, UAB, and downtown.

WHERE: 111 Columbiana Rd WHAT: 2 Beds, 2 Full Baths HOW MUCH: $259,000 SETTING: City of Homewood was contacted several years ago & Owner was told that this property could possibly be rezoned to C-1 Commercial. Homewood must give approval in writing before this can be done & rezoning must approved by City Council.

INDOORS: Hardwood floors. Very large Rooms. F.P., Screened Porch. Level lot.

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Brooke’s Crossing

WHERE: 3291 Chase Court WHAT: 3 Beds, 2 Full Baths/1 Half HOW MUCH: $244,900 SETTING: A gated community of designer homes.

INDOORS: Beautifully furnished model home with vaulted ceilings and walk-in closets.

OUTDOORS: Convenient to Trussville’s prized Pinnacle Shopping Center.

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Would you say interest rates will inevitably be on the rise in the coming months, and what do you think that will mean for local home selling prices this Spring and Summer?

“The Fed predicts that they will raise interest rates by three quarters of a point by the end of 2017. Some experts believe that rates will only actually be raised by one quarter due to businesses capital spending slowing down, because of uncertainty over the new president’s policies. It is safe to say that we will see them raise somewhere between one quarter and three quarters of a point.”

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“Jermaine Spann was there for me every step of the way.”

When Viyesha Williams listed her home for sale with Jermaine Spann of ARC Realty, she knew he was trustworthy and dependable. “I just didn’t realize how quickly he would sell my home,” Viyesha says. The right buyer visited Jermaine’s first open house. “For my new home, Jermaine guided me to a great neighborhood where I was able to build a home to meet my needs. From our first meetings with the building team to my final walk-through, Jermaine was there for me, paying attention to every detail and always a calm presence. That’s important because building a home can be an emotional experience.”

Jermaine says helping customers like Viyesha is a privilege. “I have the support of my entire ARC Realty family to make the process easy for my clients.” For more information on working with Jermaine and to see all of ARC Realty’s listings, visit www.arcrealtyco.com.

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Handley Breaux Designs Top Tips for Planning Your Dream Wedding in 2017

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Draw your guests’ eyes upwards.

Brides are leaning towards more impactful design moments for their receptions as opposed to a monotonous sea of tables. A floral chandelier is always a Handley Breaux Designs favorite!

Photo credit: Jett Walker Photography

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Wow your guests!

Don’t be afraid of color.

Neutral weddings are on their way out, and colorful affairs are taking center stage. The right pops of color combinations can go a long way! Photo credit: Jett Walker Photography

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Incorporate your personality.

A wedding should be a reflection of the bride & groom’s personalities.

Instead of a traditional groom’s cake, a coffee and donut bar is perfect for a donut-loving couple!

This sweet bride surprised her groom with this at the reception.

Photo credit: Be Light Photography

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Since we see so many weddings, it is a welcomed challenge to find ways to make each wedding stand out. We loved this snowy exit for a December wedding!

Photo credit: Heather Durham Photography

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Don’t forget the little details.

It is important to remember that each little detail of your wedding day will be photographed. Put extra thought into selecting your shoes, ring box, and even a special hanger for your dress. If you have all of these things together, you will have a very happy wedding planner and photographer!

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Be consistent.

We always encourage creating a monogram or personalized logo that we can carry through the entire wedding design. Using the logo on the paper suite, cups, napkins, putting it on the cake, and even making it into a light projection will really pull everything together. Photo credit: Spindle Photography

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An Interview with

Stephanie Whitaker founder of Engaged Wedding Library So, what exactly is a “wedding library”?

Engaged is a local wedding planning resource boutique, representing more than 100 local wedding vendors. Brides come to us for help finding vendors that are vetted, trusted and excellent at what they do. We also help brides get their planning started and keep them on track throughout their engagement.

Do you have books like a traditional library?

We have some! But mainly we have samples of our vendor’s work, photo albums, brochures and price lists. We have local wedding publications and a list of local bridal events…so many helpful things for brides-to-be. You could say we have a wealth of information…just like a library.

How does Engaged differ from a wedding planner?

GREAT QUESTION! The biggest difference is that we will not be with a bride on her wedding day. We are HUGE fans of wedding planners, but we know that most brides do not hire a full-service wedding planner. At Engaged, we focus on the basics: Defining a bride’s wedding style, establishing the budget, offering vendor recommendations based on their needs, and keeping them on track. We can help brides create a custom wedding day timeline as well. We always recommend that they have a wedding planner or someone to help execute the wedding day. No bride or mother of the bride should endure that stress!

SAVING MONEY!? How do you help brides save money?

Brides can join the library and get their own “Library Card” which gives them access to discounts and perks from all of our vendor partners. We also give our members free tickets to local bridal shows that we have partnered with. Right now, bride members can get 2 free tickets to the Believe Bridal Event at the Grand Bohemian on Feb 19. Tickets are $20 each, so brides would save $10 by becoming a library member.

How do brides join the library?

Super simple. They can come by our shop, or they can join online and we will mail them a library membership card. Right now, we are running a special and membership is only $30!!! It’s normally $98. And, we offer a MONEY BACK GUARANTEE if membership does not pay for itself. We believe that EVERY bride in Bham should join Engaged.

Let’s go back to the vendor perks and discounts. Can you give me an example?

Sure! All 110 of our vendor partners offer something of value to our member brides. Most discounts range from $50 to $150 off. Our top perks right now are $250 off a wedding gown purchase with Heidi Elnora, complimentary Honeymoon Suite with a wedding party room block at the Tutwiler Hotel, and $200 off the booking fee at Bridge Street!

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What is your favorite wedding trend right now?

Stephani e & Matthew

We love all the personal touches. We’ve recently seen wedding favors purchased from a bride’s favorite charity. The wedding guests received beautiful handmade ornaments crafted by Prodigal Pottery, an outreach program for the King’s Home.

Also, we are a HUGE fan of weddings with a cohesive vibe and feel to it. When all the elements of the wedding are intentional and part of an overall design plan, it makes things personal and magical!

We offer Style Boards for our brides that need help pulling together their “wedding look” from the hundreds of photos that are on their wedding Pinterest board. These have been a big hit!

PROMOTION Have you run across any challenges with this unique concept?

Yeah- for sure. For now, our biggest challenge is getting the word out about what we do. Because “Go to your nearest wedding library” is not on the to-do list of a new bride-to-be, we have to work hard to get the word out.

We are so passionate about helping hundreds of brides this year and we definitely have the capacity to do so. We just need them to come on over to Edgewood and see us!

What is your favorite part of a wedding?

For me, it’s the dress. I have always loved wedding dresses. Nothing makes me happier than tulle, lace, luxurious satin and the color white.

If you could tell brides one thing, what would it be?

Oh, I have more than one… First, I would say to enjoy being engaged. This time of celebrating you and your groom goes by super fast. Try to savor every moment!

Secondly, try to focus on the fact that you are not only about to be a bride, but more importantly, a wife! You are about to start a LIFE ADVENTURE with this person. That is a big deal!

Lastly, don’t compare your wedding to what you see on Instagram, online, and in all the fancy wedding publications. (A lot of these weddings are not real anyway!) Focus on making your wedding about you and your groom.

How can brides get in touch with you?

Our website is EngagedBirmingham.com. From there, brides can join the library, check out upcoming bridal events, and schedule their appointment.

Brides can always email us at steph@engagedbirmingham.com or call us at 205-637-0735. Our shop is located at 1018 Oxmoor Road in Edgewood, right next to Taco Mama.

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Jessica Epperson & Curtis Estes McLemore

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Wedding Weight Loss Nutritional Guidance

Abby Nevins is a local dietitian that offers concierge nutrition consultations. As a registered dietitian, Abby hopes to not only help people lose their weight, but also help them to achieve a new and improved lifestyle that includes good nutrition, exercise and a positive sense of health and well-being. Her mission is to change you from the inside out, so you can live your life to its fullest. You can learn more at www.bhamdietitian.com or by emailing Abby at abby@bhamdietitian.com

You’ve got the ring, now you’ve got to look good in the dress.

There is definitely a wrong way and a right way to lose weight for your wedding day. This goes for brides and mothers-of-the brides too! Instead of drastically dropping weight that is bound to return, why not develop some healthy habits you can carry with you once the big day has come and gone?

First Obstacle: PARTIES. You are about to be surrounded by heavy

Also, just because you’re busy, doesn’t mean you can push exercise aside. It

foods, from engagement parties to bridesmaid luncheons and everything

takes two to tango: Exercise + good nutrition. You can’t see true weight loss

in between. Remember, you don’t have to eat everything that is served.

unless both are involved. If you are currently in the exercise routine, don’t

Instead, make a small (appetizer-size) plate, eat and move on. Socialize and

stop! And if you have yet to begin, start by adding a walk to your day while

have fun away from the food table. People want to celebrate you, so don’t

you make necessary phone calls. Or download a couch to 5k app and use it

let these gatherings be a burden! Instead, use them as opportunities to

as a new fitness regimen to get you healthy.

spend quality time with those you may not get a chance to speak to at your Fourth Obstacle: TASTINGS. Ahead of you are several opportunities to

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taste different caterers’ foods. As a dietitian, this was my favorite part of the Second Obstacle: ALCOHOL. At these parties, drink calories add up.

whole wedding planning process! They’ll want you to demo buttery salmon,

Cocktails can range from 100-500 calories per glass! Plus, the more you

cheesy spinach dip, stuffed mushrooms, hamburger sliders, and, of course,

drink, the more you snack due to lowered self-restraint. Try to stick to one

wedding cake. Take one bite of everything as opposed to bringing home

drink (this is the appropriate serving size for women). When you finish, fill a

plates. If the first bite is good, then you know the 3rd and 4th bite will be

cup with water and a lime and people will never know it’s not alcohol. Proper

good too. Take a friend along if you know you will want a second opinion.

hydration has been proven to help curb hunger pains.

Third Obstacle: BUSYNESS. Wedding planning doesn’t end until you are on your honeymoon. Guest list, invitations, flowers, etc....there’s a lot to get done!

This may sound ironic, but don’t forget to eat! Skipping meals typically leads to overeating later in the day. Keep some high-protein, high-fiber snacks in your

These four tips can be applied now and when you enter into marriage: Portion control, appropriate alcohol consumption, prevent skipping meals, and exercise. This is what a healthy lifestyle looks like. It’s not a temporary crash diet. It’s a permanent change. Be the best you can be during this time of engagement. Then, make it last a lifetime!

car to keep you satisfied (ex: popcorn or small pack of almonds).

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Carrie Jacqueline Juliano & Randall Brett Laney

The Cathedral of St. Paul & The Club Monique Lhuillier BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: Belsoi MUSIC: The Platinum Band of Atlanta DÉCOR/FLOWERS: Carole Sullivan of Lagniappe Design CATERING: The Club HONEYMOON: Grand Velas in Puerto Vallarta PHOTOGRAPHY: Arden Photography CAKE: Janet Allen CEREMONY & RECEPTION: GOWN:

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HAIR & MAKE-UP: portraits: Brittany Massey, wedding: Misty Smith & Ava Crocket WEDDING PLANNER:

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We know you’ve got your eye on that gorgeous, open back gown. Who could resist? That’s why we’ve got your personal trainer Jennifer here to make sure your upper body and back are tight, toned and ready for any wedding day paparazzi!

>> PLANK TO PUSH Primary, target muscle(s): shoulders and triceps Secondary muscle(s): chest and core

>> SINGLE ARM DUMBBELL ROWS Primary, target muscle(s): upper back and biceps Secondary muscle(s): oblique abdominals

SET UP: Elbows under shoulders, core is braced/tight/engaged. Feet are shoulder width apart.

HOW TO: In a controlled motion, pull dumbbell (or kettle bell) straight up, weight stopping at hip and lower to starting position.

HOW TO: Start in a plank position.

Place one hand under shoulder keeping elbow pulled close to ribs this keeps the concentrated work in the triceps – followed by other arm.

* TIP: You may be tempted to open your chest as you pull weight up. Don’t! This will guarantee the resistance stay in our back and biceps without straining your shoulder. This will also guarantee your abs stay locked on. That’s a win-win!

* TIP: To make it more difficult, fatigue muscles by doing all reps on one side before switching. For example, if you’re doing 20 total reps (10 on each side) do all 10 on the left side before switching to right arm. On the next set, start on the right side to pre-fatigue those muscles first.

SET UP: Split stance with a slight bend in knees. Keeping back flat to protect lower back and engage core.

<< UPRIGHT ROW TO OVERHEAD PRESS / CLEAN & PRESS Primary, target muscle(s): shoulders and back Secondary muscle(s): triceps, biceps and legs SET UP: Feet shoulder width apart, hands a thumb-distance from quads, shoulders back and chest open. Brace those abs!

HOW TO: Keeping bar close to the body and pull the bar to chest. * TIP: This is one of the best multi-muscle movements, combining two movements into one and elevates the heart rate. To spike your heart rate higher, lift heels on the upright row and use legs to press bar overhead. Hello, cardio!

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CITY CLUB BIRMINGHAM Recently renovated with breathtaking views of downtown Birmingham from the top of the Harbert Building, City Club Birmingham is the premier wedding venue for couples who expect the very best.

• Beautifully appointed rooms that accommodate small wedding groups and up to 300 guests • Menus handcrafted by our Executive Chef to match your style and budget • Knowledgeable private event and service director experts to help plan and execute your vision • Members and nonmembers are invited to book with us • Convenient location for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, engagement party or any other wedding event

Contact Blakely DuBose, Private Event Director to schedule your tour today by calling 205.252.0088 or email BLAKELY.DUBOSE@CLUBCORP.COM

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<< SMITH MACHINE ASSISTED PULL-UPS AND CHIN-UPS Primary, target muscle(s): latissimus Dorsi (commonly known as lats) Secondary muscle(s): biceps and core SET UP: Adjusting Smith Machine bar height can be tricky - Higher the bar, the easier.

Lower the bar makes this move more difficult because you are pulling more body weight.

HOW TO: With your arms straightened, allow your body to hang from the bar, heels down, toes up. Next, pull yourself upward to the final position where your chest nearly touches the bar and your chin is over the bar. * DID YOU KNOW?: The difference in a pull-up and a chin-up is hand grip. A pull up, hands are facing out with arms outside shoulders. A chin up, hands are facing in and arms are shoulder width apart. Both grips work the same muscles; however, a pull-up focuses more on the lats, and the chin-up focuses more on the biceps.

>> WALL SIT WITH STEERING WHEEL Primary, target muscle(s): quadriceps, hamstrings, shoulders Secondary muscle(s): glutes, core, triceps SET UP: Squat until quads are parallel to floor (approx. knee height), feet flat, back flat against a wall, weighted plate in hand.

HOW TO: In squat position (isometric holds, like wall sits, fire up muscles!), extend arms to shoulder height, holding plate at 9 & 3 o’clock positions. In a small movement, rotate plate 90 degrees back and forth for 30 seconds, longer if able. * TIP: Keeping your back and shoulder blades against the wall is important for two reasons: This keeps air ways open allowing oxygen and blood to get to your muscles. Doing this also ensures abs are locked on and your core is working.

<< CABLE FACE PULLS ON BOSU BALL Primary, target muscle(s): shoulders and upper back (Rear deltoids, traps, rhomboids and rotator cuff muscles Secondary muscle(s): biceps.

BOSU incorporates legs and core SET UP: Attach a rope or handles to cable pulley.

Place BOSU on desired side (see DID YOU KNOW for explanation). *BOSU is the intermediate to high option.

HOW TO: Facing a cable pulley with a rope or dual handles attached, pull the weight directly towards your face, separating your hands as you do so. Keep your upper arms parallel to the ground. * DID YOU KNOW?: The BOSU, as funny and as complicated as it looks, serves multiple purposes? If you stand on the flat portion (bubble/ball side down), this engages your outer thighs, known as abductors. If you stand on the bubble/ball (flat part down), this engages your inner thighs, known as adductors. Try both and feel the difference!

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Ashton Leigh Arrington & Michael Antonetti

CEREMONY & RECEPTION:

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GOWN:

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Jenny Packham

Various designers from Bella Bridesmaids Bonus Round DÃ&#x2030;COR/FLOWERS: BKWed Events CATERING: Savoie HONEYMOON: Kauai, HI PHOTOGRAPHY: Nik Layman CAKE: Magic Muffins HAIR & MAKE-UP: Angela King of Angela King Brows & Beauty, Mark Hyde, Ashley Brannon of Morgan Ashley Salon WEDDING PLANNER: BKWed Events BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: MUSIC:

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Jessica Burson &Johnathan Bush

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Jessica Burson and Johnathan Bush exchanged vows on a perfect Birmingham spring day. The couple then headed to the home of

Michelle & Ken Bush, the parents of the groom, for an intimate gathering of close friends and family. The couple incorporated

personal details by adding an embroidered note to the father of the

bride’s tie and a life size card board cut out of Johnathan’s best friend, Thomas Holloway, who was included in all the evening’s

activities. Holloway, who is serving active military duty in Korea, was unable to attend the wedding, in person, anyway! Candle

lit lanterns and café lights, strung over a pool of floating flowers added a warm glow to the evening. Guests dined and danced the night away to the swinging big band music of, Just Friends “Little Big Band”, under a festive tent.

Tent, Dance Floor, Tables & Chairs – Special Events Rentals, Birmingham Photography – Be Light Photography www.belightphotography.com Flowers – Continental Florist, Birmingham Band – Just Friends “Little Big Band”, McCalla Catering – Joe’s Italian Pizza, Pasta & Caffé, Alabaster Event Planning – Carl Peoples, Birmingham Special Events Rentals in Birmingham offers a wide variety of tents, tables, chairs and specialty linens for all occasions. For more information visit their website www.specialeventsal.com or call 205-440-1859.

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The Magic City possesses all the must-have elements of a downtown wedding, embellished with a unique historical charm.

For those couples who are planning a downtown wedding, we’ve created a Magic City must-haves map to help you on your journey to the perfect marriage celebration.

DISTINCTIVE DOWNTOWN VENUES Establishing your wedding venue is one of the first decisions you’ll make in the planning process. The Magic City is home to some of the most beautiful architecture in the southeast. There are over a dozen venues scattered throughout the landscape of Highland Park, Southside, Downtown, and Uptown. Whether you’re looking for a historic mansion, renovated industrial dance hall, or a classic historic ballroom, the Magic City has a venue for every couple’s personality.

PICTURE PERFECT PHOTO OP SPOTS The best way to remember your big day is to memorialize the event with fabulous photos. Many Birmingham photo op spots are within walking distance from various venues downtown. Take your wedding party to the bridge on 20th street for a photo with a view. Strike a cheeky pose in front of the Magic City’s unofficial tagline mural, “It’s Nice To Have You In Birmingham”. Of course, you can’t miss out on the skyline scape that can be photographed from Railroad Park.

If you’re making your way to Railroad Park, don’t forget to pose under the Rotary Trail sign that harkens back to the origins of the Magic City. All these photo op spots display the unique flavor of downtown, while being only a hop, skip, and a jump away from Birmingham’s best venues!

for various religions, and denominations.

Birmingham’s churches mark places in the history of the Magic City, and will add to the local character of your big day. If you tie the knot at one of Birmingham’s historical churches, you’ll provide your guests with the great convenience of being a short walk or drive away from downtown reception venues.

DOWNTOWN DRIVE Getting around in style is a must on your wedding day. Whether you’re making your way from the ceremony to the reception, or saying farewell before your getaway drive, there are a few must have ways to travel in style around the Magic City. Catch a fun photo of you and your wedding party on one of the historic trolleys on your way to the reception. Hop into a luxury vehicle from one of Birmingham’s classic car vendors.

Once you’ve made your getaway drive, the wedding party can easily experience Birmingham’s eclectic bar scene with rides from Uber, or the taxi service.

Iron City is the premier venue for downtown Birmingham weddings with historical, industrial flare. Complete with a dance floor, and stage, it’s the perfect combination of polished and party for your big day. Call us today to make a reservation.

Phone: (205)202.5483.

CELESTIAL CHURCHES Downtown Birmingham boasts some of the most beautiful churches in Alabama. There is a myriad of gorgeous ceremony settings

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FINISH THE FIGHT To kick off the 81st Iron Bowl, The Reed Foundation hosted their 12th “Finish the Fight” casino party at The Club. Both Tide and Tiger fans came in their team’s colors and jerseys to eat, drink and play poker. They had their own half time show with a fireworks show off of The Club’s patio, and live music from The Negotiators. Tickets benefited the Robert E. Reed GI Oncology Research Foundation in order to keep working

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POINSETTIA BALL The Ballet Women’s Committee hosted the 49th Annual Debutante Ball at Vestavia Country Club. Sixteen debutantes and eleven junior debutantes were presented on the arms of their fathers. Following the presentation, the debutantes and ball guests danced to the music of the band Az Izz. Carol Sullivan of Lagniappe Designs coordinated the Christmas greenery, red poinsettias and décor throughout the club. The Ballet Women’s Committee was founded in 1960 to foster

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BLUE JEANS AND BASKETS BASH The Firehouse Shelter celebrated their 33rd anniversary at Blue Jeans and Baskets Bash - College Football Edition. It featured over 75 different baskets available to win through drawings.

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YP BIRMINGHAM HOLIDAY COCKTAIL PARTY YP Birmingham and guests gathered to celebrate another successful year in the Magic City. With bites from Tre Luna, and music by Mark AD, Haven was filled with plenty of glitz and glam, as those who supported YP enjoyed complimentary libations, glamorous staging by SWAG design studio, Santa Claus and more! For more information, or to join, visit YPBirmingham.com!

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