Cullman, AL March 2024

Home & Design

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From our home to yours…

Dear friends,

As the chilly winter days slowly fade away, the joyous arrival of March brings with it a renewed sense of energy and excitement. With temperatures gradually rising, March in Cullman offers a perfect blend of warmth and cool breezes, creating an ideal environment for outdoor activities.

In this edition of Cullman City Lifestyle, we embrace the theme of Home and Design, celebrating the beauty and creativity that dwell within the walls of our homes. We have recently been renovating our home. From selecting the perfect paint colors to adding outdoor lighting, every decision has been a step toward creating a sanctuary that reflects our personal style.

Our home renovation has included many local businesses that have helped us. One we would like to highlight is the addition of outdoor lighting by Alabama Outdoor Lighting. Their expertise in illuminating our outdoor space has not only enhanced the aesthetic appeal of our property, but also brought an element of safety and security to our surroundings. We plan on adding more to our backyard and pool area, so stay tuned!

We hope the pages of this month's magazine inspire you. We are inspired by these local ladies.

Donna Richter, owner of Donna Richter Interiors, is known for her unique and innovative designs. With a passion for creating beautiful and functional spaces, Richter has gained a reputation for her attention to detail and ability to transform any room.

Elizabeth Lee, owner of Hazel House, is a dear friend who is an expert antique rug dealer. With a keen eye for quality and craftsmanship, Lee has built a collection of unique and exquisite rugs and home decor, pieces of which would be wonderful additions to any home.

Cullman is a city with talent and creativity, and the local shops and services exemplify the heart and soul of our community. By shopping local, we are not only investing in the growth and prosperity of our city, but also fostering a sense of connection and kinship. From quaint boutique stores to locally owned hardware shops, Cullman offers a treasure trove of resources that cater to our unique needs and tastes.

March is a month filled with anticipation and possibility, and we invite you to join us as we celebrate the beauty of Home and Design.

MISSY GURLEY, PUBLISHER

March 2024

PUBLISHER

Missy Gurley | missy.gurley@citylifestyle.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Wendy Sack | wendy.sack@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Cyndi Robertson - CydRob Photography

Corporate Team

OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson DIRECTOR OF FIRST IMPRESSIONS Jennifer Robinson TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Josh Klein AD DESIGNER Josh Govero

city scene

WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN

1: Enjoy Smith Lake in this Avalon beauty. 2: Beautiful boats as far as the eye can see 3: Trident Marina is a Top 10 Avalon dealer. 4: Trident Marina had a beautiful display at the Huntsville Boat Show. 5: Lake League was at the Huntsville Boat Show. 6: The Kilpatricks at Trident Marina’s Karoke Night 7: Snow stylin’ - Emery Everett and Kohen Woodard

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KAYRA EVERETT

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8: Sometimes you need a helping hand from your brother - Rhett and Cade Brown 9: Ice angels with Gunnar and Wheeler Bowling 10: Ian Morton; Kohen, Mason and Karter Woodard, Grayson Everett, Grady Whittaker and Emery Everett 11: The Brown family enjoying the snowCade, Rhett and Katie Brown 12: A lot of of ice and bright colors - Abby, Ty and Emma Gurley 13: Emily Johnston and her daughter, Liz, on a beautiful snowy day 14: Alabama very rarely sees snow. My-Way Transportation sent us the amazing photo.

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MISSY GURLEY

MY-WAY TRANSPORTATION

EMILY NIEZER JOHNSTON

KAYRA EVERETT

business monthly

A ROUNDUP OF NEWS FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES

Granite South

If you are building a home or just looking to transform the home you have, Granite South can make your dreams and ideas become reality. It specializes in granite countertops. Granite South has something for everyone and takes the time to get to know you and your needs.

It is conveniently located in Jasper and serves north-central Alabama and northeastern Mississippi.

Call Granite South today at 205-295-5675 or visit www.granitesouthinc.com.

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Budget Blinds of Cullman

Budget Blinds of Cullman is here to help you transform your home interior into something truly special. Its expert design team, paired with its array of stunning blinds, shade, shutters, drapery and more, can help create the ideal home interior. Schedule your free in-home design consultation with the no. 1 provider of custom window coverings in north Alabama.

Contact Joshua at Emily Smith at 256-202-4219 to schedule today, or visit www.budgetblinds.com/cullman.

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H&H Landscape, LLC

H&H Landscape, LLC, can upgrade the exterior of your home by creating a landscape paradise! Randall Holmes has over 20 years of experience and knowledge, and it shows. From residential to business clients, H&H offers lawn care to enhance your curb appeal and make your home or business feel more welcoming.  H&H has added new construction installation to its list of many expert services. Call H&H Landscape at 256-338-2144 or visit www.handhlandscape.com.

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Home Re-Decor in Harbor City

Josh Manis is the owner of Home Re-Decor, located in Guntersville. With his expertise in design, he has the ability to transform your home and take it to a whole new level. The store offers a wide range of great finds, making it a treasure trove for those looking to enhance their living spaces.

Services available:

• Wedding and event planning

• Interior design - commercial and residential

• Custom upholstery

• Custom drapery

Call 931-704-8548 or visit www.facebook.com/homeredecorincityharbor.

Vintage West Interiors

We are excited to announce that Vintage West Interiors is under new ownership! Marty and Brenda Roberson, and their daughter, Suzi Tillitski, took over ownership in 2022. They are a local family who look forward to serving and growing with the community they love! The new owners are dedicated to providing the same high-quality products and exceptional customer service you’ve come to expect!

Located at 216 Second Ave. SW in Cullman - 256-775-9675 - www.facebook.com/ vintagewestinteriors

Star Homes of Cullman

Star Homes carries some of the finest manufactured homes and modular homes in the state of Alabama! We offer beautiful homes from Sunshine Homes and Champion Homes. Manufactured and modular homes offer myriad benefits and features that appeal to homebuyers seeking quality living at an affordable price. They can be great options for those looking to experience lakeside living.

Call 256-734-7999 or visit www.starhomescullman.com.

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CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO

ARTICLE

A rich, delicious meal for the entire family

ingredients for chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 2 tsp. Italian seasoning

• 2 tsp. paprika

• 2 tsp. garlic powder

• 2 tsp. onion powder

• 1 tbsp. cooking oil

directions:

Step 1. Mix all seasonings and rub on chicken breasts.

Step 2. Grill chicken, flipping once, until internal temperature reaches 165.

ingredients for alfredo:

• 1/2 cup butter

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream

• 4 oz. cream cheese

• Olive oil

• 1/2 tsp. minced garlic

• 1 tsp. garlic powder

directions:

• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning

• 1/4 tsp. salt and pepper

• 1 cup grated

Parmesan cheese

• 1 box fettuccine noodles

Step 1. In medium saucepan, add butter, heavy whipping cream and cream cheese. Cook over medium heat and whisk until melted.

Step 2. In another pot, add water and dash of olive oil. Once boiling, add noodles. Cook and drain.

Step 3. Add minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Continue to whisk until smooth. Add Parmesan.

Step 4. Simmer for 3-5 minutes or until it starts to thicken. Toss with pasta and add chicken on top.

Step 5. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan.

Chicken Fettucine Alfredo

This dish is perfect for a cool spring night.

SOUTHERN FAMILY TRADITIONS

Front porch memories

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MISSY GURLEY

PHOTOGRAPHY

ABBY NEAL AND MISSY GURLEY

My great-grandmother’s home and front porch

My front porch

“This porch was more than just an outdoor structure; it was a place of love, laughter and cherished memories.

Of all the childhood memories that I hold dear to my heart, my grandparents’ front porch is one of best. It holds a special place in the hearts of many members of my family. This porch was more than just an outdoor structure; it was a place of love, laughter and cherished memories.

On warm summer evenings, as the sun began its descent, the porch came alive with the joyous sounds of laughter and conversation. It was a place where generations converged, and time seemed to slow down. This was where I would often find myself, sitting alongside my family including grandparents and great-grandmother, shucking corn and sharing stories.

As we sat on the porch, my sister Christy and I would scour through the peas looking for wormholes or imperfections. We would shell purple hull peas until our thumbs were stained a rich shade of purple. The golden ears of corn were piled high in a large wicker basket, waiting to be transformed into a delicious feast. I would watch my grandparents' hands move with ease, effortlessly stripping away the husks, revealing the tender kernels beneath.

As we sat, neighbors would pass by, waving or blowing their horns while exchanging friendly greetings. From the porch we could see everything – neighbors, birds, my uncle’s dog and the garden were all in full view.

Often we would eat out on the front porch – everything from watermelon straight out of the garden to homemade ice cream. I can still hear the sound of the ice cream machine! The ice cream churned on that front porch

just tasted better – was it because we had to wait for it to be made? Or was it because it was made with love?

As the sun dipped below the horizon on those long ago evenings, we would apply bug spray and light a few citronella candles – trying not to be eaten alive by mosquitos! We would listen to the sounds of the nights – cicadas and hooting owls – all the while watching lightning bugs dance around in the dark.

The porch was more than just a physical space; it was a means of love and connection. It witnessed the passing of time, the laughter of grandchildren and the wisdom of grandparents. It was a place where worries were set aside, and the simple pleasures of life were celebrated.

Years have passed since those summer evenings on the front porch, but the memories remain etched in my heart. My grandparents are no longer with us, and now the house and porch belong to someone else. But my parents have carried on the tradition; their porch is now our family’s gathering spot.

We also have a front porch at our home and we are making our memories. From family photos to front porch rocking chairs – I enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning here and watching the sunrise.

In the end, it was not just a front porch in Alabama; it was a haven of love, a sanctuary of togetherness and a testament to the enduring power of simple moments spent with those we hold dear.

Are there any memories more dear than those made on your grandparents’ front porch?

DONNA RICHTER INTERIORS

'It is not only my job, but my passion'

ARTICLE BY WENDY SACK PHOTOGRAPHY BY CYDNI ROBERTSON

Donna Richter, owner and interior designer

Your home is a reflection of you – your tastes, style and personality – and an experienced interior designer can help you realize your vision.

Donna Richter Interiors, Inc. was established in 1998 in the Warehouse District in downtown Cullman. After more than 15 years, it is now located inside Village Furniture and Gifts at 224 Third Ave. SE.

“I have been in this profession for well over 30 years. It is not only my job, but my passion,” Richter said. “We work with clients on every aspect of their home inside and out. We help with exterior choices such as brick, roofing, siding, paint colors, exterior lighting and landscaping.  Interiors include space planning, furniture layout, cabinet style and finishes, countertop selection, electrical planning and lighting, flooring and paint colors and wall covering.”

Donna Richter Interiors is also an authorized Hunter Douglas dealer and offers custom drapery, bedding and upholstery. Services include in-person and on-site consultations, project management, space planning/floor plans, interior and exterior finish selection, lighting plans and selection and cabinet design.

I asked Richter about timeless design choices.

“I think a design choice that can never go out of style is blending new and old,” she replied. “Mixing collected, inherited pieces with new pieces creates depth in a home and adds personality. I also love how natural materials give a timeless look. Incorporating natural materials such as wood, stone and greenery adds warmth and texture to any space.”

What about “hot” home design trends right now?

“For years, white kitchen cabinets have been a popular choice for homeowners and I love the classic look. Depending on the style, layout and accessories you choose, white cabinets can create a sleek modern look or one that is more traditional and warmer,” said Richter. “A design trend I'm seeing more of is wood-tone cabinets. They are making a comeback in a more modern style. Colored cabinets and contrasting islands are being added to warm up the space and add personality. I recently advised a client to use soft warm off-white perimeter cabinets with a warm, white-washed white oak island. The result was beautiful!”

Most of us don’t have the “designer’s eye” and might overlook things that affect the look of our homes.

“Something that I find people may overlook or need help with when designing a room or home is the size and scale of furniture, rugs and artwork in the space. It is one of the most important elements of

Donna Richter Interiors team: Cindy Klopfer, Donna Richter and Anna-Marie Kusz

Pops of bright blue in a gorgeous home designed by Donna Richter Interiors

With a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating beautiful spaces, Donna Richter Interiors can transform any room into a stylish and inviting environment.

design that an experienced designer can really help with,” Richter told me. “Another important component that people sometimes don't give enough consideration to is lighting. It can make a huge difference in your space.”

She continued, “Some homeowners may overlook the need for specialized electrical outlets. Instead of stretching a cord across the room, you might want to consider a floor outlet instead of stringing a cord from a sofa lamp to the wall, which can create a tripping hazard. You may want to include an outlet in a hall closet or bathroom cabinet, so your cordless vacuum or electric toothbrush can stay plugged in but out of sight.”

Over Richter’s decades of design experience, she’s seen just about everything, but she said every project is different.

“Each project is one of a kind – they are all unique and special. I love all my projects and clients,” she smiled. “One of my most exciting projects was working on a client's apartment in New York. I had worked with the couple on a few prior projects and we worked so well together.  It was just a dream job!”

THE DONNA RICHTER INTERIORS TEAM

Cindy Klopfer

Klopfer’s love of design and power tools goes back to when she was a child and her father built a playhouse for her and her sisters. Friends and family were her first clients. She first worked with Richter at Ben Prickett’s, a furniture and design business in Cullman. From there, they moved to Richter’s first design office in the Peinhardt warehouse building across from the current Village Furniture store. She then followed her to the Warehouse District to the Donna Richter Interiors Furniture and Design Studio as an office manager and design consultant.

Klopfer said she enjoys all aspects of the design process: “Seeing all the ideas and designs come together to fit the way clients live day to day in their beautifully decorated homes has been a very fulfilling job.”

Anna-Marie Kusz

Kusz graduated from the University of North Alabama in May 2023 with a degree in interior architecture and design. She started working with Donna Richter Interiors the same month.

“My favorite part of working there is that it gives me the opportunity to learn and build my skills in many areas inside and outside of design,” she said. “My favorite design style is modern traditional. I love how this style is a unique balance between the sleek, simple, contemporary lines of the modern design style paired with traditional furniture, finishes and accessories.”

This luxurious atrium dining room styled by Donna and her team is breathtaking.

With years of expertise in the field, Donna Richter brings a wealth of design knowledge to every project.

The Donna Richter Interiors team exudes knowledge and expertise.

ARTICLE BY WENDY SACK PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALABAMA

Home design involves more than interiors. In addition to incorporating just the right flowers, plants, pavers and more, outdoor lighting can bring your property to life, showcasing its best features and your own personal style.

Alabama Outdoor Lighting, owned by Nick and Kelley Payne, specializes in full-scale design and installation of low-voltage LED landscape lighting.

“Outdoor illumination enhances safety and security while adding value to your home,” said Kelley Payne when asked why outdoor lighting is important. “Landscape lighting commands attention

while accentuating architectural features of your home or business.”

Payne said functional and decorative lighting can set the stage for cozy, cool spring evenings around the fireplace – and just imagine the perfect colored lights for entertaining around the pool on warm Alabama summer nights.

When Nick Payne sets out to design an outdoor lighting configuration for a client, he, ahem…shines!

“While many homes disappear into the night, Nick has the passion, vision, skill set

and true talent for showcasing your home with lighting that creates a welcoming atmosphere while simultaneously enhancing security,” said Kelley Payne. “Each installation is a custom design and is the result of a personal collaboration with the client focusing on design, safety, security and functionality. Clients also contact us to illuminate hazardous areas such as stairs, walkways, decks and custom-built rock pathways.

Spring is always a popular time to freshen up your property and implement new, creative concepts. Payne said this year is no different.

“Clients are updating and modernizing their existing outdated landscape lighting around their homes, pools and outdoor spaces.

Outdoor lighting allows the use of warm outdoor spaces at night.

Outdoor illumination can make steps safer and more beautiful.

Lights illuminate trees

“LANDSCAPE LIG HTING COMMANDS ATTENTIONWHILE ACCENTUATING ARCHITECTURA L FEATURES OF YOUR HOMEORBUSINESS.”

Spring is the most popular time for sprucing up outdoor areas to prepare for the summer ahead. We also have requests for outdoor audio around pools and outdoor living areas this time of year,” she said.

On trends this season, she shared, “While clients prefer traditional pathway lighting, recently we have had many requests for pipe pathway lighting that looks sleek and modern. Bollards are also becoming increasingly popular. We have a large display area for our clients to walk and browse many examples of these fixtures and finishes while allowing you to see the light that it casts. Color-changing lighting has also become increasingly popular. Clients enjoy

the ability to change their lights from a traditional warm white to a color wheel of choices with just the touch of a button. New for spring 2024 are champagne lights for anyone wanting a variation of the string or bistro lighting.”

She continued, “If you have a new project in mind or updating an existing system, our team is equipped to turn your dreams into a reality.”

Alabama Outdoor Lighting has specialized in landscape lighting, custom Christmas light installation, event lighting and outdoor audio since 2004. Owners Nick and Kelley Payne have traveled the United States learning from the best in the business while earning many lighting certifications to add to Nick Payne's degree in electronics. Kelley Payne is also an operations manager at Walmart Distribution Center, and serves on the board of local nonprofit Restoring Women Outreach. The Paynes believe strongly in giving back to the community as United Way of Cullman County Silver Feather Society giving society members.

Alabama Outdoor Lighting serves Cullman, Smith Lake and the surrounding areas.

You can check out a gallery of the company's work at www.aloutdoorlighting.com or Instagram/ Facebook. For a free estimate or to set up a nighttime demo, call or text 256-338-5995.

The beautiful architecture of this home is accentuated by well-placed outdoor lighting.

HAZEL

House

ARTICLE BY WENDY SACK PHOTOGRAPHY BY HAZEL HOUSE

THE APPEAL OF ANTIQUE, VINTAGE RUGS

An important element of interior design is floor coverings. How do you choose the perfect rug to complement your space? The Cullman area has a unique new option! Hazel House, a vintage rug shop in Homewood, has a new location downtown.

“Hazel House specializes in vintage and antique Turkish and Persian rugs,” said Owner Elizabeth Lee. “It all started in 2017 with me trying to find rugs for my own home. My parents had Persian rugs in my childhood home and still

Some of Hazel House’s most popular selections at the moment are runners.

have some of the same rugs over 40 years later. This is what I wanted for our own home.”

Lee said she knew she wanted classic and quality rugs that would hold up to three very active kiddos.

“I bought a few that didn't end up working for us, so I sold them to friends and neighbors,” she said, “and then a friend reached out to find her another and then her mother asked me to source her a living room rug.  It just turned into ‘something,’ and it didn't hurt that I loved doing it!  And if you look closely, you'll see my three sons’ initials in our logo: P, T and F.”

Vintage, antique rugs are unique and much different than many rugs made today.

“All our rugs are hand-knotted of 100% wool and cotton fibers,” said Lee. “They are extremely durable and clean easily. Most rugs you buy now are filled with synthetic material that easily breaks down and are hard to clean.”

Lee believes the right rugs can transform your home.

“We believe that rugs make a house a home,” she said. “Not only are they one-of-a-kind works of art, but they also add personality and warmth to any room.”

Some of Hazel House’s most popular selections at the moment are runners.

“Once our clients realize how they hold up to traffic and are so easy to clean, they are hooked!” Lee smiled. “We have all shapes and sizes for any style of home.”

The new shop in Cullman is located at 221 Third Ave. SE.

“Hazel House specializes in vintage and antique Turkish and Persian rugs.”

“Suzanne Jones of Holland & Birch is a dear friend and suite neighbor to our Homewood shop,” said Lee. “She mentioned opening a second location and I jumped at the chance to join her. I've been wanting to come to Cullman for a couple of years and am so excited to be here!”

www.hazel-house.com

Hazel House Owner Elizabeth Lee

Vintage, antique rugs are unique and much different than many rugs made today.

ZONE BLUE

What’s the secret to a happy, healthy, and long life? Believe it or not, it’s actually quite simple: There are no secret ingredients, no sizable expenditures, and absolutely zero manufactured elements of any kind. Dive in with us as we share insights from our interview with the internationally renowned Blue Zones Founder, National Geographic Explorer, and award-winning journalist who is revolutionizing the way Americans make choices that can lead to living your best life.

For over twenty years, Dan Buettner has been fully committed to studying the health and longevity of Americans as well as influencing the proper and attainable health-centric environments our communities should embody. What started with identifying five “blue zones” around the world where people are both living longer as well as enjoying a higher quality of life in their elder years has now also evolved into proactively creating eco-systems where our communities engage in setting the standard for clean health.

If you haven’t subscribed to watching “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” streaming on Netflix, do yourself a favor and soak up the well-documented views into how Ikaria, Greece, Loma Linda, California, Sardinia, Italy, Okinawa, Japan, and Nicoya, Costa Rica exemplify the basis behind the Blue Zones truth and have since inspired Dan and his team to further extrapolate how we can manufacture healthy blue zone lifestyles in virtually any city and within our homes by way of intentional adaptation.

Most of us are well aware of the “American way of life” we reside in, that being one of convenience in all shapes and forms. We excel in offering the most fast food options in any country. We rank at the top of the most cars per household. We embrace a sedentary at-home lifestyle. And, for many of us, it stems from our childhood to no-fault of our own; comfort foods and Friday night pizza deliveries, complacent recliners and cushy car commutes. In short, however, now more than ever we categorically live in a country where processed foods and ultra-convenience, unfortunately, translate to life-threatening health diseases and a lack of organic joy.

What is the best news of all? All of these characteristics are wildly easy to overcome with effortless, yet conscious pivots to making better decisions with our time, our food, and our focus. Ask yourself: Are you driving or walking? Are you connecting socially? Set your sights on avoiding the majority of processed foods and start eating a largely whole-food and plant-based diet that will (statistically) give you another 10-12 years on your life.

In place of your toaster, keep a fruit bowl on the counter. Create a low-level junk food drawer. Stop buying processed meat, potato chips, sweetened snacks like cookies and candies, and worst of all, sugar-sweet beverages, and start buying more beans, nuts, grains, and tea.

“Am I going to tell you to never have these? No, people deserve to treat themselves. But you’ll do yourself an enormous favor if you just don’t bring those into your home. If you want to go out for those treats, go ahead,” Dan says.

“Simply just don’t bring them home, and you’ll cut out 70-80% of consumption right there.”

Buettner’s first cookbook, The Blue Zones Kitchen, is a fantastic resource featuring ingredients and cooking methods that can increase longevity, wellness, and mental health. The recipes also include lifestyle tips such as proper portion sizes and the best times to eat dinner. Plus, check out his additional seven books that dig deep into the exact foods you should eat to how your circle of friends and family can influence your quality of life.

Who do you hang out with? Happiness is contagious. “The Blue Zone approach is to go through your contact base and think of some friends whose recreation is pickleball, biking, or gardening. Who will care about you on a bad day and have a meaningful conversation? Identify one or two friends who are vegan or vegetarian and show you how and where to eat whole foods. Actively invite them out for lunch, and bring them into your social circle: this will have a bigger, long-term impact on your behavior than any new diet or exercise, and it costs you zero. Plus, there is a ton of data that shows it works, and it’s long-term.”

“We are marketed the idea that if we change our behavior by exercising more, taking the right supplements, trying this longevity or that anti-aging hack, that we will

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lose weight and get healthy, yet it never works for the longterm,” says Dan. The Blue Zones approach is not trying to change your behaviors, it is asking you to change your surroundings…your eco-system.

Every time you go out to eat, you will consume an extra 300 calories that are laden with more sodium, sugar, and oil than eating at home. “Get your hands on a plant-based cookbook, pick a dozen recipes, and cook those with your family on Sundays. If you make the effort to cook it with your family, you will gain the skills and learn to make some good and whole food plant-based recipes.”

And, we would be remiss not to attend to the travelers at heart who would love to indulge in a luxurious resort paired with the facets of an actual Blue Zones destination. Dan highly recommends seeking out Silvestre in Nosara, Costa Rica where the experience offers wellness programming, fully-equipped kitchens, and outdoor activities that will fuel your inspiration for a healthier life.

Tap into Dan’s wisdom that is creating a new category of places that are not merely the legacy of a healthy culture, but more consciously created by enlightened individuals that are intent on supercharging healthier communities!

events

MARCH 2ND

Wedding Open House

Stone Bridge Farms | 1:00 PM

Newly engaged and starting to plan your wedding? Exploring what resources are out there when you become engaged? Curious about all things weddings? Thinking of starting a new career in the wedding industry? Meet wedding professionals representing areas of interest such as photography, videography, wedding gowns, formal wear, wedding cakes, entertainment and more at this free event! www.stonebridgewedding. com/openhouse.html

MARCH 7TH

2024 Annual Meeting and Gala - ILLUMINATE

Stone Bridge Farms | 6:00 PM

Join us for the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce 81st Annual Meeting and Gala: Illuminate - Shining a Light on the Business Community! Get ready for a night of elegance, celebration and community spirit as we come together to illuminate the success and resilience of our local businesses. Dress to impress in your finest attire! Purchase tickets at www.cul lmanchamber.org/news-events.

MARCH 9TH

1950s Greaser-Themed Interactive Murder

Mystery Dinner Event

Looney’s Amphitheater Complex | 6:00 PM

Join The Southern Ghost Girls for a fun night to remember! Costumes are encouraged. No memorization needed! This complex, once the venue for Alabama’s Official Outdoor Musical, has sat vacant for almost 20 years, and is being renovated by the Winston County Arts Council. Enjoy a night of interactive entertainment and delicious food indoors in the dining area. For ticket info and more, go to www.southernghostgirls.com or call 205-305-5098.

events

MARCH 10TH

An Evening with John Cusack

UAB's Alys Stephens Center | 6:00 PM

Join us for a special screening of the film "Love and Mercy" starring highly acclaimed Hollywood actor John Cusack, followed by a live Q&A with the actor himself! A limited number of VIP tickets are available that include the best seats in the house along with a postshow photo opportunity with John. Get more info and by tickets at www.alysst ephens.org/events/john-cusack

MARCH 16TH

Hanceville Irish Festival

Downtown Hanceville | 9:00 AM

The annual Hanceville Irish Festival will take place Saturday, March 16, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in downtown Hanceville. Come out and enjoy live music, food, dancing and arts and crafts! Free parking! Go to Facebook.com/Hancevill eIrishFest for more details.

MARCH 16TH

Sportsman Lake Park Spring Yard Sale

Sportsman Lake Park | 7:00 AM

Join us for the Sportsman Lake Park Spring Yard Sale on Saturday, March 16, from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission to the park.