OVER THE MOUNTAIN
J O U R N A L THE SUBURBAN NEWSPAPER FOR MOUNTAIN BROOK, HOMEWOOD, VESTAVIA HILLS, HOOVER, AND NORTH SHELBY COUNTY JUNE 16, 2011
‘Mad’ About A Cure The Pink Palace Casino Night raised more than $270,000 for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama. The fourth annual event was held May 14 at the Riverchase Galleria’s North Tower. More than 450 guests turned out for the Alice in Wonderland-themed evening. See Social, page 14.
For the second time in three years, volunteers,from Vestavia Hills, including Cynthia McGough, above, have given Michelle Hunt and her family an opportunity she otherwise couldn’t afford: a house of her own. See People, page 8.
Dr. David Askenazi, an assistant professor of pediatrics with Children’s Hospital, has made it his mission to help dads cope with their children’s illnesses through Camp BRIDGES. See Life, page 10.
Paige Brannon Harris’ childhood dream of getting married on the shores of Lake Martin came true at a wedding that emphasized family and friends. We’ve got more ideas for making the big day distinctive in this issue. Our Weddings Special Section starts on page 24.