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Party Gift Ideas We asked Mark Thompson at SHOPPE on Clairmont to recommend five gifts to bring to holiday parties.
Girls on Guys We asked our female readers to tell us some of their good and bad social experiences with guys.
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COCKTAIL NAPKINS What’s the most awkward pick-up attempt a guy has put on you?
On a first date, what makes the worst first impression?
• “A guy said to me, ‘Hey. I heard you like theater. Let me act out how this is gonna go.”
• “Sloppiness in dress. If you’re going to put effort into a potential relationship and are serious, then that should be clear in your appearance.”
• “Telling me that my first name would sound so great with his last name.” • “Some guy told me, ‘throw me into a group of girls and watch what I can do.” • “Two 10 year olds came up to me and asked for my digits.” What’s the first thing that attracts you to a guy? • “I notice men with good hair, kind smiles, and (slightly) fashionable clothes.” • “The way his butt looks in jeans.” • “Teeth & hands.” • “It’s never one thing. It’s a combination of things I can’t describe. And it’s different with different guys.”
• “This guy kept sweating cause he was so nervous and made a scene at the restaurant. His awkwardness just basically vibrated off him making me super comfortable.” • “A guy that I have to work hard to make conversation with.” What’s the sweetest, most heart-felt thing a guy has done for you? • “Planning a surprise party for me. He got my two best friends in on it and they “kidnapped me” for my birthday! It is usually extremely difficult for me to be surprised so It was pretty significant when they did. He planned and coordinated the event, the restaurant, and gifts that meant so much to me. Every detail was so thoughtful and intentional.”
Could be a pack of specialty printed paper napkins or real linen napkins according to how much you wanted to spend. They make a great host gift for a cocktail party.
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CANDLES Candles make great gifts for a house warming party. Scented candles can be tricky but if you know the person well enough pick something that reminds you of them, or your own favorite scent you want them to try.If not sure what scent, a pair of classic tapper candles from SHOPPE would be a great choice.
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A BOX OF GOODIES Probably my personal favorite gift is a mixed box of fun stuff. You can pick a theme or just pick things you love. Candy, a tea towel, coffee beans, a magazine, wine, cookies, matches, stationary, honey and tea. The sky is the limit on this one. Use your imagination and put together a gift box of things you love and the recipient will too.
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ASK THE CHEF What is your biggest piece of advice for home chefs? Keep it simple. TV makes everything seem easy. Drink wine while you cook. Puts everyone in a better mood!
- Vassilli “Bill” Bouloukos, The Happy Catering Company Who has the best pizza in town? Tortugas
- Matthew Statham, Saw’s BBQ
What’s your favorite meal to make at home for guests? During this time of year, I typically like to fire up my grill or pizza oven with real wood to celebrate the weather. I alternate in the cooler months between a wellmarbled steak, salmon or baby back ribs (if I have the time). With the perfect fuel source to cook with, I also incorporate grilling vegetables such as eggplant, mixed peppers, asparagus, zucchini and/or large mushrooms to complement the chosen protein.
Murchison~Hume from SHOPPE is a natural line of cleaning products for your home make a great gift for any home owner. Counter spray and a dish soap or hand soap and a hand cream beautifully packaged is sure to be a hit.
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PLANTS Go for a 4-pack of herbs in a gift box, a topiary in a classic clay pot, or a tropical house plant in a trendy cachepot. Everyone loves plants and its easy to put a personalized spin on the packaging.
What is your favorite dish in Birmingham? Surin’s Chicken Panay and La Paz’s queso
- Chef Rick Moonen, Perry’s Master Development Chef
- Diane Olexa, Olexa’s Cafe, Cakes and Catering ABOUT
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SOCIAL SURVEY BHAM’S BEST BREWED BEERS
We asked you on social media: What’s your favorite Bham Beer?
District Brew’s Summer Jam Sour is full-flavored and extremely well crafted.
Ghost Train’s Kaleidoscope Kettle Sour – I have become obsessed with sour beer and this one is the best! It is sweet and tart but not too heavy making it easy to drink.
Good People Brewing Muchacho is the best summertime beer on the market.
Good People’s Funk Farm Series beer is gorgeous and thoughtful. I always bring a bottle home and take to friend’s homes especially during the holidays.
In the winter, Back Forty’s Trade Day Cuban Coffee Stout is a go-to. It is smooth and delicious with a great finish.
Trim Tab Paradise Now has a unique flavor and has become a statement beer around Birmingham. I gift it to out of town people all the time.
District Brews Zacca IPA Triple New England is worth the try. District Brew’s Barons Desire Imperial Fruited Stout has it all. Chocolate, bourbon, tart and fruity all in one. Nothing like it in Birmingham.
Cahaba Kiwi Kolsch has great subtle fruit notes but really light and refreshing which I think is perfect for summer or fall. Trim Tab IPA is not too hoppy but has a slight citrus taste. The flavor is not sacrificed for too many ingredients.
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Finally Birmingham has a cinema to screen independent art-house films. A sigh of relief for all of us burnt out on action heroes and remakes. If you missed the 13 Days of Halloween Film Series, you missed out. Their selections were great. Check out sidewalkfest.com/ cinema to see their upcoming films. The cinema also has a killer bar and concessions, plus it is available for rentals. It’s located downtown in the Pizitz at 1821 2nd Ave N.
We love our new neighbors at The Rougaroux. We also love drinking their New Orleans street slushies in the day! It’s tucked away on 817 39th St S. (The small street off Clairmont by the Whistling Table’s former parking lot.) Indoor and outdoor seating is available and their buffet is highly recommended, but only offered when the Saints are playing. It’s Cajun fare and random décor taste make you feel like you’re in New Orleans. BTWrougaroux means werewolf, which will make sense when you arrive.
There’s certainly no shortage of cookbooks on the market, but this one goes beyond pretty pictures from a celebrity chef. Full of kitchen wisdom, The Silver Palate was first published in 1982 and has been inducted into the James Beard Cookbook Hall of Fame. Fancy Finger Foods, how to serve caviar and a whole chapter on mushrooms are just some of its unique tidbits. Available used in paperback for only $17.
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How Do I Deal With My Family Drama Over the Holidays? >>> How do I deal with my family drama during holiday get-togethers? I love my family but the intimacy during social occasions always leads to a fight. My father has become bitter, and always manages to get in petty subtle insults. My sister in-law is awful. Her constant comparative language and expressions of superiority over me, along with the fact I’m still single is an invitation to a fight. Meanwhile, simply put, my mother drinks too much and may be overly medicated. I’m too scared and too embarrassed to bring a date! Oh the JOYS of the holidays! I suppose the quick and easy answer is “don’t go.” Maybe it’s time to consider scheduling some travel over these extended periods of time off work! Unfortunately, this is not an option available to everyone. That being said, I think the right answer probably sounds more like “be confident in who you are and the attitude/mood you want to have during the holiday event.” It seems you are quite aware of how everything will play out at this event. Be prepared! Are you confident in yourself, or will you allow your sister-in-law to have some fictitious power over your emotions? What actions on your part typically instigate or encourage the fighting? A fight requires more than one person, and you are not required to be the second person. We all have a choice in how we respond to the chaos. What choice will you make? You are concerned about your mother’s drinking or overmedication. However, what exactly can you do about this? My assumption is the answer is likely “nothing.” One thing you might try is not taking alcohol to the party. Maybe this would be a good year to request an alcohol-free holiday!
Let’s not forget you are probably driving to this event. If you aren’t driving, be sure you have money for an Uber and possibly a hotel room. These options allow you the freedom to walk out the door if things get a bit too out of hand for your holiday expectations. As for the fear and embarrassment you feel regarding bringing a date, consider it a good way to throw them in the deep end without a life vest...HA! They will sink or swim, but at least you will know sooner rather than later! Seriously though, this IS your family! Good, bad, a little crazy...it’s all part of you! It’s where you became you even if you don’t appear much like them at this point in your life. If they can’t handle your family over a holiday, there’s the possibility you will experience issues in the relationship forever. Prepare the lucky suitor, and go enjoy the parts of your family you love. Focus on the positives, and be prepared to bolt if things get too crazy!
Some people say drink half your body weight in grams of water a day. (So if you weigh 150lbs, you drink 75 grams a day.) Some say at least 100 grams a day no matter what. Regardless, as more alcohol and bad eating habits enter your lifestyle, you should be drinking as much as possible.
BE ACTIVE Too busy to get to the gym or is your regular exercise schedule interrupted? Just make a point to be active. It could be anything. Uae your Fitbit, to check out how many steps you take doing chores around the house. Make a point to stand more than you sit.
GET OUTSIDE Yes, the weather isn’t as nice as month’s past, but the fresh air and any amount of vitamin D will help your mental outlook as much anything. Taking walks and even yard work are incredibly rehabilitative.
STAY ORGANIZED Make a plan. Have you ever noticed the busiest people are always the fittest? “I don’t have time to exercise.” That’s nonsense. It’s all about priorities. Everyone has time to exercise. It’s just where it’s placed on your to-do list.
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Play arcade games while watching the latest game on TV. This sports bar is a casual hangout spot with great food.
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Come underground to this hidden cellar. The atmosphere is Mexcian with exposed brick, candles, and intimate lighting. Grab a richly named cocktail with mezcal.
MOON SHINE 1928 1st Ave N
16 floors up on the roof of the Elyton Hotel. Come for the view. Nice weather at sunset is tough to beat.
CAYO COCO 2015 1st Ave N
One of the newer additions to the downtown scene, the Caribbean themed spot specializes in rum drinks.
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Be greeted by paper airplanes flying from the ceiling. At the bar you are greeted by their version of the periodic table and the choice to make your own drinks. Of of the originators in creating the downtown bar scene.
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Quirky and creatively decorated drinks and a daily punch for those coming before happy hour.
HAVANA ON 1ST 2312 1st Ave N
How ‘bout a smoke? Enjoy premium and hand-crafted cigars perfectly paired with spirits, wines, and both domestic and imported craft beers.
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Since 2012
Willow Renovation An Irondale Renovation Project BEFORE
Roxanne Hale at Art House Creative Shares a Labor of Love
I got my first look at her on a rainy February day. She looked terrible, maybe even a little intimidating but she captured my imagination in a way that you want a renovation project to do. We look at neat homes everyday but I had a hard time moving past this one. Her previous owner had lived there her entire life, a full 90 years, but now it sat vacant with talks of demolishing her after 120 years of service. Despite the challenges with this one, we knew we had to make an offer. The wrap around front porch, wide foyer, 5 fireplaces, 14 foot high ceilings and old pine hardwood floors were begging to be brought back to life. ABOUT
She sat proudly on almost ½ and acre but she also needed a lot of work. My husband, Jason Hale owner of Willow Homes and his team went to work pulling renovation budgets together to see if this was even possible. We knew we wanted to restore her, not simply fix her up. Her floorplan was designed for a different way of life and didn’t fit the popular open floorplans homeowners seek today. We made the decision to keep the floorplan intact and we weren’t sure how the market would like that. It just felt almost criminal to change her so drastically after so many years.
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1) Select a LOCATION you love with strong price appreciation to create plenty of room in your renovation budget. 2) Search for PROPERTY ATTRIBUTES like “good bones” but hasn’t been updated in decades! 3) Be disciplined on PRICE! Every penny you pay to acquire the property erodes your renovation budget. 4) Don’t go it alone. Work with an EXPERIENCED REALTOR that understands renovation costs and the real estate market you are looking in.
Historical Architecture: Gorgeous glass transoms are found in every doorway of the main hall. This original architecture, along with each of the five fireplaces, at one time served the practical use of cooling and warming the home in a time before heating and air conditioning.
While the Willow Homes Team worked on budgets, I was eager to learn as much about the home as I possibly could. Who had lived here in the past 120 years? The librarian in Birmingham Public Library’s Archives steered me in the right direction. There, I found a wealth of information about its occupants, construction on structures around the property, and even found a photo dated for ABOUT
1939 when she was already 40 years old. I submitted my findings to the Jefferson County Historical Commission and we were able to get a Historical Marker and a name for her – The Howard Hall Jones House – named after its longest owning occupants. The plaque now hangs proudly by the front door.
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The solid mahogany door stained Ebony was provided by Tim Flynn of Southern Window Supply in Pelham. This classic door style lets in the light and was chosen to show off the gorgeous main hall to visitors.
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Swing, a Hallmark of every Proud Southern Home, was hung on the front porch. It also received new modern porch rails and columns painted Snowbound by Sherwin Williams. The Historical Marker was placed at the first door to announce The Howard Hall Jones House.
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< Secondary Bathroom
Johnathan Lambert of Triton Stone Group in Birmingham was instrumental in choosing the painted cement tiles for the secondary bath. The soft gray palate created a clean, modern feel. We chose to go all the way up to the ceiling with the shower tile to create a little drama and show off the high ceilings.
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The renovation was painfully slow. We took our time to preserve millwork and architectural features important to the homes history. The wainscoting throughout the home is original as well as the porch ceilings and hardwood floors. Kurtis Maynor, Project Manager for Willow Homes and an extremely talented carpenter, did most of the renovation work himself. The most amazing transformation came when the old carpet was pulled up and the hardwood floors were refinished. We keep the tongue and groove ceilings exposed in the kitchen and added a pantry and breakfast nook. New custom cabinets, appliances from All South and lights from Mayer Lighting made all the difference. Each bath was renovated and updated with its own unique character. Perhaps the most rewarding day came when the front porch rails were restored and painted. After 6 months of work, we were finally ready to get the home furnished and put on the market. Allison Hallman at Willow Interiors did a fantastic job selecting pieces and staging each room beautifully.
Owner’s Bath: We picked a fun hand painted tile for the owner’s bath that played off the Stair Light from Mayer Lighting featured in this room. The glass-enclosed shower was created and installed by Nelson Glass of Birmingham and complimented the bright, white, open feel we were striving for.
My real estate brokerage, Art House, which specializes in helping our clients find renovation projects, listed the home. It received multiple offers the first day it went on the market. Ultimately new homeowners, Josh and Tabitha Baker would close and move into the home in October 2019. They were awesome to work with!
This was a labor of love for us. We are always most proud when we can restore an important piece of our past so that it can live on in the future of our clients. If you’ve dreamed of restoring a home we hope you give us a call. You need an expert eye and a team that understands older home construction, renovation costs, and the real estate market you are looking in. From finding a property, financing, renovating, design and dÊcor, we are able to help start to finish. My teammate and I, Savannah Johnson, spend our time searching the market for unique homes for our clients. We would love to help you find just the right project that captures your imagination.
The Main Hall: The wide foyer is the showpiece of this home. We choose Classic French Gray by Sherwin Williams to compliment the Alabaster White Shiplap wainscoting. Three oversized Foyer Pendants from Mayer Lighting set off the high ceilings beautifully.
Farmhouse Kitchen: Hands down, one of the most sought after renovation upgrades - every farmhouse needs a heavy-duty farmhouse sink. We gave the kitchen an industrial feel with matte black bar cups and pulls on the custom cabinets and an industrial sink faucet with sprayer from Triton Stone Group of Birmingham.
Contact Art House Creative, Roxanne Hale and Savannah Johnson at soldbyarthouse.com for help finding the perfect renovation project. Already have a home you want renovation pricing for or own a lot you want to build a new home on? Contact Willow Homes at gowillowhomes.com for more details.
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Graze Craze The Art of the Charcuterie Board Grazing boards are having a major moment and the holidays are the perfect time to learn to build your own artful snacking platters. They can act as a visual centerpiece while creating a social dining experience, bringing people together. Crunchy, salty, sweet, savoy – there is something for everyone! The themes and flavor combinations are only limited by your creativity!
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Kid Meal Fun. Change up the look of dinner by creating a kid’s
make a statement. Choose a dish or platter based on your number of guests. Large cutting boards work great or create the ultimate tablescape by arranging the items down the middle of the dining table like a long edible table runner. Sweet Treat. These are not just for cheese and charcuterie. Create a holiday dessert board with mini cupcakes, cheesecake slices, cookies, chocolate treats, and assorted candy. Breakfast Buffet. Hosting guests? Create a continental breakfast to die for with a platter of mini bagels, croissants, and cinnamon rolls along with assorted fruits, flavored cream cheese, smoked salmon, sliced hard boiled eggs, jam and honey.
meal board with pb&j wedges, ham rollups, cubed cheese, carrot sticks, goldfish, grapes, and marshmallows. Seeing food arranged in a new way can be exciting. Add Color. Give your board pops of color with cherry tomatoes, raspberries, red peppers, or orange slices. Create Height. Use mini ceramic bowls to hold nuts or olives, or use mini cake stands for cheeses. Find mini specialty condiments in cute jars and place inside the board. Gift Boxes. Deliver delicious holiday gifts that neighbors and friends will love, with a mini board in a box. Arrange grazing delights in window gift boxes and tie up with a festive ribbon and gift card.
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GRATEFUL DADS The Annual Grateful Dads event was held at Cahaba Brewing Company and included dinner by Urban Cookhouse as well as live music from Homewood Dad Band Mumbo Jumbo and DJ services. All proceeds directly benefited the Homewood City Schools Foundation, which gives our teachers and students grants to fund innovative programs and technology. To see the
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ZOO GALA The 2019 Zoo Gala : “South American-Style� honored Chairs Phyllis and Larry Wojciechowski on the beautiful and new Hugh Kaul Plaza.Guests dined, danced and toasted to a 10th wonderful year with IBERIABANK as the ZooGala Presenting Sponsor. Ascension played dance hits and guests feasted on delicious culinary offerings by Kathy G & Co. amid magnificent decor by AG Event. To see the rest of Jordan Callahan, Heather Henley, Charlotte Sinor
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OFF-SHOOTS GARDEN CLUB NEW MEMBER SOCIAL The Off-Shoots Garden Club hosted its New Member Social at Swann Lake Stables welcoming their newest members and celebrating the start of its 38th year in the Brookwood Forest community. The event was hosted by president, Katie Parnell Robinson and president-elect, Kibbe Jones. Catering provided by Josh Haynes of Alloy Thai and music by Robert Robinson. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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WILD GAME COOK-OFF The annual Alabama Wildlife Federation Wild Game Cook-off was held at the Birmingham Zoo where contestants showed off their cooking skills involving wild game. The cook-off benefited the Alabama Wildlife Federation. Guests enjoyed live music, a raffle, a silent auction, and great food including wild game samples. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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SMART PARTY Haven hosted over 500 of the region’s most passionate advocates attending The Women’s Fund of Greater Birmingham’s 8th annual Smart Party to celebrate smart women and smart giving and build equitable opportunities for women.VIP guests enjoyed a complimentary welcome cocktail courtesy of Dread River Distilling Company, complimentary wine courtesy of International Wine and Craft Beer, beer courtesy of Ghost Train Brewing Co., heavy hors d’oeuvres, and a sway bag with gifts from local buisnesses.Eunice Elliott was the emcee for the evening and DJ Chocolate spun everyone’s favorite old school hits and women’s empowerment anthems. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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3 pointers for selling your current home ... and finding the next one. 1. Get Right on Price. It’s very easy to over price your home. Spending too much time on the Internet can walk you down that path quickly. Leaving,“wiggle room” or “room to negotiate” is detrimental to your sale and only helps other sellers in the area. 2. Clutter Less, Show More. I use the “Half & Half”
rule. Look at flat surfaces of your home and remove half of the items. Next, remove half of those items. Same goes for pillows, clothes, pictures and books. You want to show the space of your home and allow the buyer to imagine their belongings in it; not how many figurines you can fit on a hallway table.
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BARKTOBERFEST Dog & beer lovers came together at Cahaba Brewing Company to celebrate Oktoberfest but Hand in Paw style. At Barktoberfest, guests brought their dogs to celebrate in Oktoberfest fashion with their furry friend by their side! Guests enjoyed local beer, participated in the popular doggie costume contest, had a drawing of their pup done, and so much more while supporting Hand in Paw.Hand in Paw is Alabama’s premier Animal-Assisted Therapy provider and a national leader in this growing field. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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ELM CONSTRUCTION LLC’S 10TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY ELM Construction LLC hosted their 10th Anniversary Party to recognize those who have helped make ELM Construction what it is today. With the support of our Customers, Trade Partners and Staff, they can take pride in their accomplishments, and commitment to excellence. They welcomed guests to help celebrate this milestone and to look forward to many more years serving the Greater Birmingham Area. To see the rest of the pictures visit Dennia and Trudy Vaughan, Donavon and Becky Gibbens
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UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN MEDIA KICKOFF 2019 The United Way Campaign Media Kickoff party featured Jeff Stone of Brasfield & Gorrie, the 2019 United Way of Central Alabama Campaign Chair. The party promoted the new and ground-breaking A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Clubhouse Construction Site at the Crossplex. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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THE SERVICE GUILD PAST MEMBERS SOCIAL The Service Guild of Birmingham’s mission is to provide active and committed members dedicated to fundraising and to assisting children at risk for developmental delay while maximizing their potential through a one-to-one therapeutic approach. The Service Guild’s past actives social was a way for members past and present to get together, enjoy one another’s company and tour the new Bell Center facility. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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SMILE-A-MILE SEPTEMBER CELEBRATION The John Hand Club held the 2019 Smile-A-Mile September Celebration. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and is symbolized by “Going Gold.� Smile-A-Mile provides hope and goes gold year-round for families in Alabama who are on the childhood cancer journey. The September Celebration raised awareness while also showing appreciation for those in the community who help Smile-A-Mile fulfill its mission. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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TUNES FOR TRIPP Tunes for Tripp 2019, a fundraiser honoring the memory of Tripp Norris, was held at Aldridge Gardens. It was organized by his parents, Rick and Suzanne Norris, as well as family friends to raise money for opioid awareness. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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THE KATHLEEN P. BRUHN MEMORIAL LEADERSHIP OPEN The 8th annual Kathleen P. Bruhn Memorial Leadership Open was held at The Founders Course at Greystone Golf and Country Club benefitting Camp Fire Alabama. This event was introduced by the Board of Directors of Camp Fire to support its youth development programs in Alabama. The naming of this event after Kathleen P. Bruhn pays homage to her life and service (as she was the personification of “Leadership”). Funds raised from the event will ensure more youth have access to safe in-school social and emotional learning programs, chances to attend summer camp, funds a scholarship in Kathleen’s memory and support Camp Fire Alabama’s programs and initiatives in the community. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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BEYOND BLUE The Mike Slive Foundation brought the spotlight to Prostate Cancer Awareness Month with a wonderful event, which raised money for prostate cancer research and honored Hatton Smith, a community leader and prostate cancer survivor. The event was held at UAB’s Alys Stephens Center where the Foundation hosted the annual benefit Beyond Blue (formerly called I’m With Mike), presented by Medical Properties Trust.ESPN and SEC Network reporter Laura Rutledge was this year’s emcee of the event. Guests visited with sporting luminaries and enjoyed hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and a silent and live auction with unique sports experiences and memorabilia. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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MOUNTAIN HIGH OUTFITTERS ADVENTURE FILM SERIES Mountain High Outfitters partnered with Avondale Brewing Co. to bring a free monthly Adventure Series to Birmingham. The first film was Free Solo. Gearbox Adventure Rentals was on-site demoing one of their vans as well as City Bowls. Guests enjoyed drinks and a film on the Avondale Brewing Co. lawn. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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THE EXCEPTIONAL FOUNDATION 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION The Exceptional Foundation celebrated 20 years by hosting the 20th anniversary celebration at The Grand Bohemian Hotel. It was celebrated of offering social and recreational programming for both adults and children with intellectual disabilities. Guests enjoyed good food, music, and dancing in The Grand Bohemian Ballroom. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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TOUCH-A-TRUCK The Autism Society of Alabama and event organizer Paul DeMarco hosted their third annual Touch-A-Truck, a two-hour event for children to explore and have a better understanding of emergency vehicles, construction equipment and a variety of other trucks, including Sherman Industries’ autism-themed cement truck in a fun and inviting atmosphere. Children learned about the vehicles and were invited to sit in the trucks and even honk the horn! Monster and tow trucks, police cars, a fire truck, a dune buggy, a ladder truck and even a tractor were among many vehicles at the event. UAB Alpha Xi Delta Sorority provided face painting, arts and crafts and games. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io. Lauren and Chad Graves
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TASTE OF TRIUMPH Taste of Triumph was a fundraiser featuring wine and beer tasting hosted by Triumph Services, a nonprofit providing services for adults with developmental disabilities. This year’s event was held at Regions. Guests enjoyed a spirited evening of beer and wine tasting, live music, and silent and live auctions- all to benefit adults with developmental disabilities seeking independent living. Wine and beer were from International Wines while live music was performed by Vinyl Rock. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION GALA The UAB School of Optometry gathered to celebrate the school’s 50th anniversary, an epic milestone that has been a half century in the making. It was simply wonderful to have the school’s family of alumni, faculty, staff, students and longtime friends together for this significant occasion. With the band Sweetwater Junction, this was a night of fun and reminiscing, and more than anything, a night to be proud of all that the school has accomplished so far. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io. Madison Barnes, Tracy Hutchings, Caroline Vollberg
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PIGGLY WIGGLY’S WINE & CRAFT BEER SHOWCASE Piggly Wiggly’s Fifth Annual Wine and Craft Beer Showcase was held at a private club in Vestavia benefitting The Daniel Project, a critical mission of the Paul Meyers Foundation. Guests tasted over 100 fine wines and local craft beers as well as enjoyed unlimited appetizers featuring Alabama vendors, all while enjoying live music from Greenleaf Hustle. The Daniel Project honors Birmingham’s beloved Daniel Naim Ajlouny who passed away at the age of 21 from a heart condition known as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. To see the rest of the pictures visit abouttown.io.
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GALA IN THE GARDENS The Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens were delighted to welcome more than 800 guests to Gala in the Gardens 2019, kicking off the 14th annual Antiques at the Gardens. The annual blacktie event, part of the Friends’ largest fundraiser of the year, honored Emily and Bill Bowron, who are longtime supporters of the Gardens. Emily is a past co-chair of the event and a current Board member of the Friends. Red Diamond has sponsored the event’s signature Red Diamond Lecture Series, featuring talks by designers, architects, and landscape architects from across the country, since Kelly Peace, Tracy Strickland, Caroline Woods
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By: Scott Atkinson, Wine Manager at the PIGGLY WIGGLY IN CRESTLINE
THANKSGIVING WINES Thanksgiving is the greatest holiday. I find this to be a strongly held personal belief, bordering on an unassailable fact. Please consider the following tenets of this spectacular holiday: Your obligations are to show up, eat, watch football, spend time with the most important people in your life, nap, and Give Thanks. I mean, how could it get any better than that?! Wine has become a wonderfully integral aspect of this most fantastic of days. We are thrilled that you would take the time to come to us at Piggly Wiggly to make us part of your Thanksgiving celebration. Please know that, as you give thanks, we also give thanks for you. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Thomas Warren WHITE:
Scott Atkinson
J. CHRISTOPHER SAUVIGNON BLANC, 2017 Willamette Valley, Oregon $21.99
WHITE:
DOMAINE WEINBACH GEWÜRZTRAMINER, 2017 Alsace, France $39.99
While better known as a Pinot Noir producer, J. Christopher makes one of my favorite Sauvignon Blancs to have ever come through our doors. This bright and refreshing white wine is a perfect pairing for a family favorite: my grandmother’s eggrolls. Her eggrolls were always set apart by her use of ginger, which plays well alongside this crisp, delicious white.
If you think about it for a moment, Thanksgiving is a rather peculiar meal. It is a cornucopia of flavors all on one table. This amazingly elegant white wine from Alsace is somewhat peculiar as well. Not quite sweet, not quite spicy. It, like Thanksgiving, is a little bit of everything. My Thanksgiving is not Thanksgiving without a bottle of Gewürztraminer on the table.
DIVISION-VILLAGES LES PETITS FERS, 2018 – Oregon $23.99 The winemakers at Portland, Oregon’s Division-Villages were trained at Domaine des Grands Fers in Fleurie, and it shows in this beautiful bottle of Gamay. This fantastic take on Cru Beaujolais-style wine will go just as well with traditional Thanksgiving foods as it will with a cool, autumn evening on the patio.
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Lillian Mears WHITE:
CAVALLOTTO PINNER, 2018 Piedmont, Italy $22.99
TRIG POINT CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 – Alexander Valley, CA
$17.99
The uniquely American holiday deserves the uniquely American grape. Marietta is also a continuation of the American dream. Founded by Chris Bilbro in 1978, Marietta is now owned and run by his son Scot. The next generation has carried the legacy forward and continues to make amazing wines. A great red with a balance of spice and depth, it can handle the intensity of stuffing (or dressing) and the delicate weight of turkey.
One of the weirdest, most fantastic wines in the whole store, this is a “white wine obtained from red grapes.” These incredible Barolo producers took a portion of their land and planted Pinot Noir there. They then let the juice filter away to craft a stunningly complex white wine that will amaze your Thanksgiving guests. RED:
MARIETTA CELLARS ROMÁN, 2017 – North Coast, CA
Jerome Crawford
HUGEL CLASSIC RIESLING 2016 – Alsace, France $21.99
WHITE:
This is a “Dry,” refreshing, and lively Riesling with a sense of tension. DOMAINE LUCIEN LARDY MOULIN-A-VENT LES THORINS 2017 – Beaujolais, France $23.99 RED:
$21.99
Really good Cabernet from California. We can wax ecstatic about all of the fun and different wines, but odds are you have an uncle that just wants a Cabernet. Well, here you go Uncle John. Good, solid, dependable. A great wine to have on the Thanksgiving table, and a safe bet.
Incisive black and blue fruits that show very good depth. Still lush and juicy.
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the grape gatsby
ISSUE no.12 May 2007
art by the glass
dress up, get down!
raise the voice chili cook-off
red nose ball
a night under the big top
sinatra soiree
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