Hoover's Magazine February 2016

Paint Night Relax with art and drinks at Pinot’s Palette

Growing Local

New garden shop takes root in Bluff Park

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How Russet Woods home grows with family

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Reach Goals Unleash your fit side at new training facility

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Forget Resolutions

Reach goals one step at a time This might be the first year I didn’t make a New Year’s resolution. I have plenty of things I need to improve on, trust me, but I think I’ve finally realized the changing of the calendar isn’t enough motivation to keep me on the right path for 365 days (actually 366 this year).

To truly improve and cut back on bad habits, you have to really want to change and set short-term goals that will allow you to reach your long-term goals. That’s something I learned from Annie and Taylor May, the owners of Fit People in Hoover.

The couple, featured on page 16, opened the fitness facility to change the lives of people in the community.

They know there are no quick fixes, so they approach health and fitness differently, even down to the look of the facility.

Fit People provides a welcoming, family-friendly vibe when people walk through the door, and that’s important to Annie and Taylor. They have two small children who are there often, and their parents also work out there.

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To keep their clients on track, the couple holds them accountable and creates a unique workout plan to match their fitness levels. Everyone exercises in classes, which provides even more motivation.

Even if your resolution doesn’t involve fitness, you can still use Fit People’s techniques to stay on track.

Someone else who hasn’t lost sight of his goal is Jason Cooper, owner of Sweetspire Gardens in Bluff Park. After working in horticulture and landscaping for nearly 20 years, he followed his passion for gardening and dream of owning a garden center to open Sweetspire.

The shop has a variety of plants, hand tools, pottery and gardening materials. Cooper will even have fresh flowers and arrangements for Valentine’s Day. You can read about Sweetspire on page 22.

Both of these local businesses show

you can achieve your goals and dreams with dedication and persistence.n

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FEATURES 16

Reach Goals Unleash your fit side at new training facility

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Growing Local New garden shop takes root in Bluff Park

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Stylish Trends Lotus Boutique offers chic clothing and friendly service

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ARTS & CULTURE 8 Dancing Abroad Hoover ballet student studies at Russian academy

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Paint Night Relax with art and drinks at Pinot’s Palette Have a Ball Heart Association raises funds and awareness with annual event

New garden shop takes root in Bluff Park

FASHION 30 Stylish Trends

Lotus Boutique offers chic clothing and friendly service

HEALTH & BEAUTY 35 Reduce Risk

Unleash your fit side at new training facility

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FEATURES 22 Growing Local

RECREATION 16 Reach Goals

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What women need to know about their heart health

EDUCATION 38 Snippets

What’s going on in Hoover education and beyond

AT HOME 42 Top to Bottom

How one Hoover family’s home grew with them

FOOD & DRINK 50 Ready for Freddy’s

Fast-casual restaurant to open first Alabama location this spring

IN EVERY ISSUE 4 Editor’s Note 27

The Book Nook

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Aldridge Gardens newsletter

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Hoover Area Chamber Connection

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Spotted

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Calendar

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Why I Love Hoover

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raveling internationally can be the highlight of any young person’s life, giving them the chance to see new cultures, traditions and places. One Hoover High School student took that opportunity to better her talent as a dancer.

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the State Department’s National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y ), along with Russian American Foundation (RAF) and Bolshoi Way Program. The course took place during the summer and featured daily ballet training and language study.

To qualify for the program, Free auditioned to be accepted into the Bolshoi Ballet Summer Intensive in New York City. She then had to be chosen to study in Russia.

To prepare for her experience abroad, Free spent time discussing the program

ABOVE: Fifteen students were chosen to practice and perform in the Russian academy.

with her friend Elizabeth Lindsey, also from Birmingham, who was selected to participate in the NSLI-Y RAF & Bolshoi Way Program the previous summer.

Beginning in June 2015, Free studied at the intensive Bolshoi NYC for three weeks and then continued on to Moscow for the next six weeks. There, she studied ballet at the Bolshoi Academy and took hours of Russian language classes each day. Free especially enjoyed her ballet teachers’ emphasis on the artistry and “little details” of dance and says the experience also greatly improved her understanding of Russian.

At the end of the course, she performed in an open class presentation featuring

choreographed barre, center exercises and variations from classical ballets.

On weekends, she stayed with a host family in Klin, the city where Tchaikovsky, composer of “Swan Lake,” “Sleeping Beauty” and “The Nutcracker,” lived during the last years of his life. Her host family taught her how to cook traditional Russian dishes, took her on a sightseeing trip in Moscow and attended her performance at the end of the program.

Back home in Alabama, Free studies dance five days a week and regularly performs with Birmingham Ballet. Her future goals include studying international business and continuing her journey as a ballet dancer. n

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Katherine Free poses in front of the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow, Russia. Free learned about the Russian culture by visiting sites like Red Square. Free gets ready with some stretches.

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PAINT NIGHT

Relax with art and drinks at Pinot’s Palette

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WRITTEN BY LAUREN DOWDLE PHOTOS BY DAVID MCELROY

Palette in Patton Creek.

“Patton Creek was the only choice for me,” she explains. “When I thought about where I reate memories and artwork wanted to be, I looked for a great location and with a fun night out at Hoover’s visibility. Patton Creek is a destination, not Pinot’s Palette. The Patton just somewhere you go to shop. The location Creek studio offers painting is just unbeatable.” classes for all ages and experience levels.

Pinot’s Palette pairs painting and drinks to Tamie Boychuk, an Alabama native, give people a fun, relaxing night out. There opened Pinot’s Palette on Nov. 20. It was are a variety of paintings to choose from during her time living in Tampa that sparked in the gallery, including seasonal, nature, the idea and helped fuel her passion for arts nautical and animal designs. and crafts. She visited a paint-and-drink “Anyone can be a Picasso with the right studio there and really enjoyed it. instructor,” she says. “No art experience “I wanted to open something fun and is required. We’re not providing paint rewarding,” she says. “There was no better instruction classes — we lead you through place to do that than here in Alabama.” painting.”

So, Boychuk moved back home to Alabama When people come in, they are introduced to make her dream a reality, opening Pinot’s to the studio and where everything is that

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: James and Tammie Boychuk opened Pinot’s Palette in Patton Creek.

All experience levels can enjoy painting at Pinot’s Palette.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: The instructors create the paintings for the gallery. All of the painting materials are provided. The studio provides all of the glasses, plates and silverware for guests. Couples can create individual paintings that come together to form one masterpiece. The instructor and an assistant walk people through the painting process.

they may need. The tables are covered with chalkboard paint and have the person’s name on it. Boychuk suggests arriving about 30 minutes before the class begins to get settled in.

There’s an instructor and assistant for each paint class who help the members through the process. They offer both two- and threehour classes.

“You can paint your very own masterpiece before you leave — no experience required,” Boychuk says. “It will show you what all you can do.”

The painting studio offers bottles and glasses of wine, and guests are also welcome to bring snacks to munch on. Everything else — including plates, napkins, glasses and silverware — is provided.

Boychuk says she see friends, families and couples at the studio. Couples can enjoy a unique painting experience where each person paints half of the painting. When they finish, they combine their work to create one painting.

Even the youngest art lovers can dabble with painting in Pinot’s Palette’s Little Brushes. Available for ages 6 to 13, the program tailors the painting experience to children.

The studio offers three- to four-hour classes for children to paint. They are also planning to have a Drop and Shop program where parents can leave their children to paint and create crafts while they go shop.

“They can come to learn about art and express themselves,” Boychuk says of Little Brushes.

Pinot’s Palette also hosts birthday parties, bridal showers and other private parties.

“It’s guaranteed fun. You’ll have a great night out with girlfriends or as a date night,” Boychuk says. “It’s an experience you’ll never forget. You’ll be able to create one-of-a-kind pieces.”

It costs $35 for a two-hour session and $45 for a three-hour class. Classes are offered Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons.

View and sign up for classes at Pinotspalette.com/hoover. People can also sign up at the studio before a class if there is still room. Follow Pinot’s Palette on social media for discounts and giveaways. n February 2016 | Hoover’s Magazine •

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HAVE A BALL Heart Association raises funds and awareness with annual event

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id you know heart disease is the No. 1 killer in Alabama and that the state has the second highest death rate from cardiovascular disease in the United States? Those are some eye-opening stats.

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support local people affected by heart disease, defects and other health issues at the 29th annual Birmingham Heart Ball.

Attendees will enjoy a fun night out while giving toward a good cause at the Heart Ball on March 5 at 6 p.m. Close to 1,000 people are set to attend the event at the Cahaba Grand Conference Center, says Mariah Chapman, Heart Guild president.

“It’s a beautiful party,” Chapman says.

ABOVE: The event recognizes survivors and their families.

The fundraiser event supports the Alabama Heart Associations’ mission on a local level, helping to inspire advances in the fight against heart- and stroke-related illnesses. Wells Fargo is the signature sponsor, and Tenet Healthcare is the legacy sponsor.

At the ball, attendees can browse silent auction items like travel and dinner packages while socializing. “You’re bound to see someone you know,” Chapman says.

After the auction, guests will enjoy dinner in the beautifully decorated ballroom where they will also hear from someone touched by heart disease. Guests can then donate money to support the association’s cause and research.

“It’s amazing to hear at the end of the night how much we raised,” Chapman says.

“It really brings home what a caring and giving community this is and how they appreciate the work that the association does.”

The Birmingham Heart Ball has raised more than $16 million since 1986 and is ranked a Top 20 Heart Ball out of 2016 Heart Balls nationwide.

This year’s Heart Ball will honor Garry

Gause, CEO of Tenet Healthcare, Southern Region.

Recognized at a past Heart Ball, Lura Denson remembers sharing her story and the effect it had. Denson was born with Tetralogy of Fallot, a congenital heart defect.

“A man came up to me and said, ‘I donated money beforehand, but after hearing your story, I donated even more,’” she recalls. “It was cool to have an impact on people who wouldn’t have known how serious heart disease really was.”

Guests can purchase individual tickets or a table for a group or business.

“It’s one of the most fun black-tie events we have in the Birmingham area,” Chapman says. “Your ticket dollars go to research and help the Heart Association.”

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: There will be a silent auction, dancing, dinner and just a fun night for all attendees at the Birmingham Heart Ball.

The Birmingham Heart Ball will be an elegant, relaxed evening to socialize and learn more about how the Heart Association provides local research and support.

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Unleash your fit side at Hoover’s new training facility WRITTEN BY LAUREN DOWDLE PHOTOS BY DAVID MCELROY

community wellness programs.

Annie is a certified personal trainer and competed on the women’s cross-country he new may have rubbed off team at Augusta State University. She’s of resolutions, but for those been training individuals and group classes serious about making healthy for the past four years. changes, Taylor and Annie For this couple, fitness and healthy living May hope to help them on their fitness are at the center of their everyday lives, and journeys. they wanted to share their passion with the The couple opened Fit People on South community.

Shades Crest Road in August 2015. It was a “We want to facilitate lifestyle changes. realized decade-long dream for Taylor, who It’s not a quick-fix thing,” Annie says. “We graduated from Auburn University with a really take a scientific approach to our degree in health and human performance. training and keep our clients accountable.”

Originally from Hoover, Taylor is a The couple sits down with each person certified exercise physiologist and has spent who comes to Fit People to talk with them the past 15 years developing corporate and about their goals and fitness level. They

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LEFT: Each class is different and created to meet everyone’s fitness needs.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: The couple wanted the fitness facility to look welcoming and different. Annie and Taylor May opened Fit People in Hoover this past August. They mix the classes up with different exercise techniques and equipment.

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test the client and use those results to place them in one of four houses based on categories like muscular strength, range of motion and body composition.

“We wanted to create an environment where people of all ages and levels could work out together and push each other — but still get the workout they need to reach their goals,” Annie says.

The name for the fitness facility comes from the idea that no matter how healthy someone is, they have a fit and unfit person inside of them.

“We want to strengthen that inner fit person,” Taylor says. “We provide the tools and accountability to strengthen that fit person. We teach them what their bodies can do.”

Classes are available from 5 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. People don’t have to come at a certain time or day and can come anytime they are available.

“We want to change the culture one person at a time and spread out into the community,” Taylor says. “We have people for an hour a day, but we want to be able to

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Taylor has collected data for the past 10 years to create their scientific approach to health and fitness. The Mays want to help people unleash their inner fit person.

reach people beyond that hour.”

From the training approach to the overall look of the facility, both Taylor and Annie say they wanted Fit People to be different.

“It’s a family affair,” Annie explains. “Our parents work out here and are involved.”

They wanted all types of people to be comfortable at the facility.

There are at least two certified trainers per class, and they work with people of all ages — from 24 to 66.

“We wanted to make a place where my mom, who has never worked out a day in her life, can work out with me,” Taylor says. “It’s not intimidating. My mom came in, lost 30 pounds and changed her life.”

They mix up the exercise programs every day and seasonally,

and everything is planned out depending on the different houses people are in. To keep people motivated, they show them their results after six weeks.

“Short-term goals have to be hit before long-term goals can be achieved,” Taylor says. “There are no easy fixes. You learn what your body is capable of doing.”

Fitness isn’t just for adults, however. Fit People also offers a Junior Program for children and teens. They work with them on sports conditioning, exercise and how to have a healthy lifestyle.

Fit People is located at 3435 South Shades Crest Road in Hoover, and there’s no initial enrollment or cancellation fee.

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Growing LOCAL New garden shop takes root in Bluff Park

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here’s something special about buying from a local business.

Shoppers feel a connection to the products, want to support the community and maybe even know the owner. Hoover residents can find all of that, plus a real passion for the business, at Jason Cooper’s Sweetspire Gardens.

Cooper has worked in horticulture and landscaping for nearly 20 years. His green thumb has touched much of the

Birmingham area. On a small scale, he has worked on individual home gardens and commercial landscapes, but he has also been the director of landscape services at Birmingham-Southern College.

With a degree in horticulture from Auburn University, along with his vast experience and expertise, Cooper knows how to make things grow in the tricky Birmingham climate. He is not just “planting flowers,” but he is pursuing an art form where flora and fauna are the mediums.

“Horticulture allows for the combination

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Winter-flowering plants like pansies and violas can bring color to any landscape. Jason Cooper followed his passion for horticulture and opened Sweetspire Gardens in Bluff Park.

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of both science and art,” Cooper says. “I enjoy interactions with clients and seeing their ideas mature with their landscape.”

This past year, Cooper saw a need and opportunity to bring his passion for gardening to Bluff Park, while at the same time fulfilling a dream of owning his own garden center. Residents have to go back many years to remember the last time Bluff Park had its own garden center or flower shop.

This past November, Cooper opened Sweetspire Gardens in Bluff Park Village to an eager community that likes to shop local.

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here,” Cooper says. “We appreciate the community and wanted to give back, so this seemed like the ideal way.”

For Cooper and his family, the idea of a shop had to be nurtured and given time to grow, much like a garden. To make this dream a reality, Cooper started by searching for the right location.

With a little rearrangement of tenants in Bluff Park Village and the merging of two spaces into one large space, Cooper started demolition and construction on his shop. Part of the construction involved the addition of an outdoor area on the side of the building for pallets of plants, trees and shrubs.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Sweetspire opened in Bluff Park in November 2015. Cooper can create custom potted plants using his stock or containers from customers. There are a variety of unique containers and plants, like succulents.

“Our outdoor area can be seen from the street below, and the space is great for what we wanted,” he says.

Cooper’s shop gets its name from the flowering Itea virginica — with a common name of Virginia sweetspire.

Sweetspire Gardens offers annuals, perennials, vegetables, woody ornamentals, mulches, soil amendments, pottery, terrariums, hand tools, design consulting and planting services For Valentine’s Day, Sweetspire is offering fresh flowers and arrangements. “We will also begin to bring in vegetable plants and seeds for the early spring crops and more perennials and bedding plants,” Cooper adds.

Due to consumer demand, Sweetspire Gardens carries many organic and natural soils, along with a variety of composts like mushroom compost. One popular brand they carry is Dr. Earth.

Kerry Leasure, Hoover resident and business owner, has stopped in a few times since Sweetspire’s grand opening.

“I love that it’s local and family owned,” she says.

“There are so many inspiring ideas. I think Sweetspire will become a Bluff Park staple. I know I’m done with the warehouse garden stores.”

Some of the most popular items at Sweetspire are pre-planted arrangements and custom order arrangements.

“We have various containers to choose from, but people have started to bring their own containers — whether it is a dough bowl or one-of-a-kind custom pottery — and asked us to just make it look pretty for their dinner party,” Cooper says.

Leasure agrees. “I was enamored with their centerpieces,” she says. “The owner explained to me how he protects the wooden bowls. So, I bought moss and plants and created one at home in my own bowl.”

Opening a garden shop in November comes with its own set of unique challenges, but the response from the community has been great, Cooper says. “We have received great feedback from our clients.”

Even if you don’t have a green thumb, Sweetspire can help the novice gardener by offering horticultural consulting for troubled gardens of all sizes, including planting services and garden design.

“Every successful garden is rooted in sound horticultural principles,” Cooper adds.

As the greener seasons arrive, Sweetspire Gardens will have a number of in-store workshops anyone can take part in. Sweetspire also has some exciting projects in the works for the community, including working with Bluff Park and Gwin Elementary schools.

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at Bluff Park Elementary School and are in talks with Gwin,” Cooper says. “We have also planted flowers at the main sign at Artist on the Bluff located on Park Avenue.”

After only being open a few months, Sweetspire has caught the interest of the community it now serves.

“Several people have dropped in just to say ‘Welcome to the neighborhood, and we are glad you are here,’” Cooper says.

“We have even developed a few regulars,

which are becoming more like family. We talk about raising children, the climate and weather changes and plants for the following seasons.”

Located at 2146 Tyler Road, Sweetspire is closed on Mondays, except for appointments. The store is open Tuesday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: There are plenty of colorful plants to choose from outside the shop. Customers can find plenty of green décor and garden items. The store has a local feel, like what people might find at a farmers market. Live plants make the perfect Valentine’s Day gift.

the book nook

Game Night You can borrow more than just books from the Hoover Library, and right now, we have three new collections for you to check out. The library is circulating designer board games, Samsung Galaxy tablets and wireless hotspots — and they can be yours to take home for the week.

What is a designer board game? Forget about Scrabble and Sorry: Designer board games are strategy-driven games that can be played in one sitting with a group of friends. The games don’t take long to play (rarely more than 90 minutes) Lauren Floyd and have fun themes. The rules Fiction Department tend to be simple, but the games Hoover Public Library are very interactive.

There are some games that you’ve probably heard about, such as Munchkin or Settlers of Catan. But, we have many others that you’ll want to look at for yourself, such as Exploding Kittens and Gloom. To check out the games, you must be 18 or older with a valid ID and library card. You can find the games in the Science Fiction room in the Fiction Department.

If electronic games are more your style, you’ll want to check out one of our Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 Nook tablets. The tablets come with library apps, such as Hoopla (movies and music), Overdrive (eBooks and audiobooks) and Zinio (magazines) already loaded. You can download games, shopping, travel and news apps from the Google Play store.

To borrow a tablet, you must be 21 or older and have a library card with a matching, valid ID. You’ll find the tablets with our other Nooks at the Plaza desk.

You can borrow a Mobile Hotspot for a week and connect up to 10 devices to a wireless Internet network for free. To check out a Mobile Hotspot, you must be 21 or older and a Hoover resident.

The Hoover Library prides itself on our innovative collections, and these new additions are definitely exciting. For more information, give us a call at 4447820, or come in.

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Make Your Own Terrarium

Sunday, February 7, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Instructor: Donna Bishop, Terrarium Designer Members: $26 Non-members: $33 (Cost includes materials) Class Limited to 16 Registration Deadline: February 3 Register online at aldridgegardens.com

Great things are happening around Aldridge Gardens! A new bonsai collection, a new native azalea trail, and construction of the Veterans Memorial Arbor are all coming in 2016. Of course, our annual Hydrangea Under the Stars fundraising event is THE place to be on June 10, and you can reserve your table now. Come join us in our endeavors, and your life will be richer and more beautiful because of it.

Time to Plan for Summer Camps!

Summer Camps at Aldridge Gardens begin June 6! That may seem like a long way off, but registration begins Monday, February 22 for members and March 1 for non-members. Members also receive a 25% discount. Last year our camps completely sold out, so plan to register early. Aldridge Gardens’ camps are designed to meet the varying interests of boys and girls entering kindergarten through fourth grade, and all camps are taught by a select group of board-certified teachers so that your children will have an educational and fun-filled experience.

For camp information, go to aldridgegardens.com.

In the bleak mid-winter, lift your spirits by designing and planting your own terrarium. Terrariums, which have been popular since Victorian times, are glass-enclosed containers for growing small plants. You will learn about proper soil mixes, charcoal, moisture, light, temperature, fertilizing, plant selection, and maintenance. Bring to class a clear glass container of your choice (with or without a lid) with a maximum base of 8” – 10”. Plastic will not work. Suggestions include a widemouth bottle, a cookie or pickle jar, large brandy snifter, fish bowl, or glass cylinder. Check out the craft stores for container ideas. All other supplies including plants will be provided.

Become a Volunteer Volunteers are an important part of our success, and there are many opportunities to help out at Aldridge Gardens. Work around the grounds, serve as a tour guide or an education docent, answer telephones, or help with special events and much more. For more information, go to volunteer@aldridgegardens.com.

3530 Lorna Road | Hoover, Alabama 35216 • 205-682-8019 • www.aldridgegardens.com • info@aldridgegardens.com

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Is a Wedding in Your Future?

If you are planning a wedding, let our professional event coordinators at Aldridge Gardens help make your wedding day the one of your dreams. We have a variety of one-of-a-kind venues, and we will provide you with all the information and inspiration you need to host the perfect party for your family, friends and guests on your big day. For information, contact Amanda Baker, Director of Sales and Catering (205) 682-8019 ext. 103 or abaker@aldridgegardens.com.

In the Gallery: Artist Robin Metz

Meet the Artist Reception: Wednesday February 3, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Propagators’ private reception with the artist 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Robin Nance Metz has a background in book design, graphic arts and illustration but has been painting for galleries and private commissions for the past 17 years. Recently she and her husband, Ted Metz, began collaborating on a series of ceramic works.

Also, be sure to see our collection of Frank Fleming bronze sculptures while you are in the gallery. The Eddie and Kay Aldridge Art and Historical Collections Museum is open weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except when a special event is taking place inside the house.

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fashion

Lotus has necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other accessories.

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Growing Trends

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ocal trendsetters are probably already familiar with Lotus Boutique, a women’s clothing shop at Patton Creek focused on trendy, affordable clothing that fits the “Lotus Look.”

“The Lotus Boutique brand is all about ready-to-wear young contemporary and trendy fashion that is ever-changing, fun and occasionally unexpected,” says Richard McGill, director of brand development for Lotus. “We have the clothing that trends on Pinterest and accessories that are exclusive to Lotus Boutique.”

Locals may have followed Lotus Boutique from the Riverchase Galleria, where the

store was located until February 2015, to Patton Creek, where it opened in its new location in March 2015.

Lotus chose to relocate because the 9,000 square feet of the Galleria store was “overwhelming,” McGill says.

The Patton Creek location is smaller and is the perfect showcase for Lotus’ items, McGill adds.

Those items are constantly changing, but McGill says the most popular items — such as game day dresses for college football games, maxi or mini dresses or clothing with crochet details — fit into the bohemian or Southern preppy styles.

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look for every woman everywhere, but our goals are to create a mix of fashions that all consist of pieces from these two genres,” he says.

Lotus targets teenagers and young adults who identify as “social butterflies,” as well as moms and businesswomen who are interested in wearing more than typical pantsuits, McGill explains.

“We are obsessed with all of these categories and have something for all of them,” he says.

Lotus keeps the store inventory fresh by developing relationships with on-trend vendors, keeping on top of the latest fashions and regularly bringing in new items.

“Our relationship with vendors means we are able to receive clothing faster and sell it at a lower price point,” he says.

Lotus employees also pride themselves on their customer service skills and their ability to develop relationships with customers, McGill says.

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sell clothing, but if you need to take just a little time out of your day to connect with someone, come to Lotus Boutique,” McGill says. “You will walk in a stranger and leave a friend.”

Lotus is itself a Southern business, as its first location opened in Mobile in 2006.

McGill says Hoover, with its young families and fashion-conscious population, was a perfect choice for a Lotus Boutique.

“We love the community and activities in Hoover and enjoy taking part in any and all community activities and sponsoring events in the area. We want to be the boutique that gives back to the community,” he says.

Locals can also expect to see more Lotus locations in the area soon.

“We are looking to improve the footprint of Lotus throughout the Southeast,” he says.

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“Birmingham and Hoover are filled with trendsetters, and we have seen this at both of our locations at the Summit and Patton Creek.

There is no doubt we will be opening up more stores in that area within the next five years.”

The business name is a nod to the lotus flower’s history as a symbol of birth, growth and beauty.

“We have always taken this symbol and turned it into part of our work to make sure no matter what walk of life you come from, and no matter what dark place you are in, that you will walk into a Lotus and leave feeling amazing,” he says.

To see what Lotus has to offer, visit the Patton Creek location at 4375 Creekside Ave., Suite 125, or check out the website at Lotusboutique.com. n

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Lotus has jewelry and accessories for every style. The boutique has a casual, welcoming atmosphere. Pair different layers, textures and pieces with the store’s full line of clothing and accessories. These earrings are sure to liven up any outfit.

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REDUCE RISK What women need to know about their heart health WRITTEN BY E. MERRITT CULLUM PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

busy caring for their families that they have not cared for themselves. Their concerns may have become secondary. hanks to early intervenThat’s why we encourage women tion, improved diagnosof every age to devote more energy to tics and sophisticated maintaining heart-healthy habits that treatments, patients who can minimize future risks. Risk factors would have died of heart attacks a for both men and women include high generation ago are now enjoying longer, blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabehealthier life spans. tes and smoking.

However, women are still at a disAll of those are modifiable or proportionate risk, with heart disease preventable. I often see entire families and stroke killing one in three women. affected by cardiovascular disease, and That’s why it’s so important as part many if not all members of the family of February’s heart awareness month smoke cigarettes and/or are diabetic. A to share information on the signs and significant component of their risk is symptoms of heart disease. about lifestyle.

Women often have atypical heart Primary care physicians can help disease symptoms. Men tend to have patients adopt healthier lifestyles with the classic, crushing chest pain, while medications ranging from smoking women often have manifestations like cessation aids to medications that shortness of breath or just not feeling treat high cholesterol, high blood quite right. Many women attribute pressure and diabetes. They can also their discomfort to indigestion. Leading refer patients to nutrition and exercise up to their symptoms, they are often so resources.

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And when those patients, especially women, don’t feel quite right, it’s important to seek further help with a heart specialist. The biggest concern for women is that their risk factors are often under-reported, under-recognized and under-treated, resulting in worse outcomes than men.

For all women, I encourage you to seek further testing if you’re concerned you might be at risk for heart disease. If you are having immediate symptoms, including but not limited to chest pain, pressure or discomfort, especially if accompanied by nausea and/or vomiting; shortness of breath; and/or unexplained pain in the neck, jaw, back or arms, call 911.

To learn more about the cardiac services available at St. Vincent’s One Nineteen and across St. Vincent’s Health System, visit Stvhs.com/heart.

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happening in hoover

Council talks Hoover economy A debt-free future may be on the horizon for the city of Hoover. The city’s nearly $65 million in debt could be paid off by 2022, Councilman Jack Wright says at a Hoover Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee meeting.

Fiscal year 2015 concluded with a $64.9 million outstanding debt. The city plans to pay roughly $9 million during the 2016 fiscal year to reduce the debt to $55.9 million, according to a chart Wright handed out. The city will continue to reduce the debt by roughly $10 million each year until 2022.

Along with the possibility of eliminating the city’s debt, Wright discussed Hoover’s economy and the many factors that contribute to its strength, including safety, the school system, transportation and tax policies.

Wright noted the importance of the police and fire departments, along with the Hoover City School System, in making the city business-friendly.

Students put on showcase The Spain Park High School gym is usually home to the school’s winning basketball teams, but on Dec. 11, the school’s band, choirs and dance teams took the court for the annual Holiday Showcase.

Each year, the Spain Park Holiday Showcase highlights the school’s numerous music and dance groups through a performance in front of the entire student body.

“It’s a tradition. We do it every year,” says Spain Park Principal Larry Giangrosso.

This year’s musical acts included classic Christmas carols led by

the Spain Park band, a theatrical rendition of “The 12 Days of Christmas” from the men’s chamber choir and songs from the combined choir and show choir.

Each of the school’s dance groups performed a holidaythemed number, displaying talent in a number of genres, from hip hop to ballet. The Holiday Showcase concluded with a group performance.

“Our dancers, our band, they’re top notch,” Giangrosso says.

“There’s just a lot of talent (at Spain Park). We’re very proud of them.”

Jefferson State introduces sports marketing program Students will soon have a new program to select from when continuing their education at Jefferson State Community College.

The school is introducing a sports marketing program in February 2016, directed by notable sport and event marketing professional Pete McAskile.

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postgraduate program introduces students to marketing and teaches them to integrate the culture of sports into business, McAskile explains.

McAskile brings 40 years of sports industry experience to Jeff State and the new program. A native of Canada, he was introduced to the area when he relocated the prohockey Toronto Toros to Birmingham in 1976. McAskile managed the Birmingham Bulls for five years

before returning to Canada to work at an advertising agency.

McAskile’s Canadian sports marketing company, Second Dimension Sports International, has served clients such as Gatorade, 3M and Petro Canada.

The Jeff State program will draw from McAskile’s knowledge and experience in the industry to give students a solid foundation for a career in sports marketing.

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Santa’s Helper benefits 500 children Brothers Graham, Cole and Eli Hinds walked back and forth between a Hoover Fire Department trailer and another truck parked in a storage warehouse at the Hoover Public Safety Center on Dec. 23, helping officials load the truck with toys for children this Christmas.

“I feel great about it,” Graham, 9, said afterward. “Most of the bags had stuffed animals.”

Graham and his brothers

accompanied their father, Hoover Fire Department Capt. Nathan Hinds, to the center on the morning of Dec. 23 to help load the last haul of toys and bicycles area residents donated for children of military men and women.

The Hoover Fire Department has partnered with the Alabama National Guard at Christmas to collect toys for children of active duty military personnel, wrote Hoover Fire Department Public Information

Officer Rusty Lowe in a Dec. 21 press release.

In 2014, the toy drive helped 306 children.

Toys donated were estimated to help 394 children, 351 who are from Army National Guard, 12 who are from Air National Guard and 31 who are from total community outreach (for victims of fire, youth in need from organizations the department works with), Hinds says.

CVA students bring Christmas to others in need For students at Coosa Valley Academy (CVA), Christmas truly is about giving. Each grade level spent the days leading up to winter vacation busily gathering presents for students in need at the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB).

The CVA community has come together to fulfill the Christmas wishes of AIDB students for the past 12 years.

CVA Headmaster Pamela Lovelady,

who taught at AIDB for 25 years, started the tradition.

“When you teach there…not only are you their teacher, you become their mom,” Lovelady says, noting AIDB is both a residential and day school. “I knew they had a great need. A lot of parents were unable to give their kids the things they wanted and needed.”

Every year, CVA’s 12 kindergarten through 12th grade classes each adopt

an AIDB student. They receive a wish list from the children and then set out to make those wishes come true. Some of the requests are big, such as bikes and dollhouses, but some of the requests are simple, such as socks, says Nancy Ingram, CVA teacher and student government association supervisor.

CVA student government association members delivered the presents to AIDB on Dec. 17.

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Hoover mayor delivers State of the City From exciting sporting events to school successes, 2015 has been a busy year in Hoover. Mayor Gary Ivey summed up the highlights of the year during his annual State of the City speech at a Dec. 17 Hoover Chamber of Commerce luncheon.

Hoover held a number of citysponsored events this year, including Celebrate Hoover Day, Freedom Fest, the Hoover Hayride and Family Night and the annual Christmas tree Mayor Gary Ivey lighting.

“We’ve had great events all year long,” Ivey said, noting many of the city’s events saw their highest attendance numbers yet.

The city also played host to several large sporting events at the Hoover Met. The stadium served as the home field for the Alabama Crimson Tide baseball team. It also hosted the SEC baseball tournament and National Pro Fastpitch softball championship.

The Regions Tradition golf tournament will move to Greystone in 2016, adding to the city’s schedule of sports events.

This year also saw the opening of two freestanding emergency departments in the city, the Brookwood FED on U.S. 280 and the UAB FED on Alabama 150.

Ivey discussed the city’s police and fire departments, noting their charitable giving this year, as well.

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Spain Park play wins honor With a state contender football team and a regional qualifier robotics team, Spain Park High School has no shortage of talent, and the theatre troupe is no exception.

From Dec. 3-5, the Spain Park Theatre Troupe competed against 85 other high schools at the Walter F. Trumbauer State Secondary Theatre Festival at Troy University. The troupe walked away with three first-place, one second-place and three third-place individual awards, and for the fourth year in a row, the troupe was named “Best in Show” for its original one-act

play, “Pals.”

Spain Park was one of three high schools to present their own oneact play at the Walter F. Trumbauer Festival. “Pals” is based off the Leeds Pals, a group of World War I English soldiers.

“We found some letters written by soldiers in the First World War,” Spain Park theatre teacher Eric St. John said. “We had letters and we started constructing this story.”

The production drew on the students’ many talents, from writing and makeup to set and sound design.

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Service Club wraps gifts The Hoover Service Club gave back to the community this holiday season by wrapping gifts at the Riverchase Galleria in front of Chico’s.

The club members — including Paula Campbell, Jennifer Gregory, Jamie Hinson, Barbara Henry and

Gwen Grasso — wrapped gifts for $3 per package as a fundraiser for Grace House Ministries.

Located in Fairfield, Grace House Ministries provides homes for girls ages 6 to 21 who can’t live with their birth parents because of abuse, abandonment and neglect.

City Council approves sports center City leaders’ plans for constructing a new sports complex in Hoover moved forward at a Dec. 21 council meeting.

The Hoover City Council approved funding for the estimated $70 million project, along with architectural services and construction management services agreements.

Jeffrey Brewer, regional president with Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc., presented specs on the proposed Hoover Sportsplex in a PowerPoint presentation, including layout, building dimensions and amenities of the site, which is adjacent to the Hoover Metropolitan Stadium off Interstate 459.

Plans call for the roughly 145,000-square-foot center, on 120 acres of land, to include a multisport indoor event center, food court and performance center; six regulation NCAA soccer fields or lacrosse fields or 12 youth recreation synthetic soccer fields; an eight-field tournament baseball and softball complex and batting cages; eight little league football fields with recreational soccer capabilities in the outfields, and LED lighting on all fields; a 15-court tennis complex with pro shop and covered spectator seating; and pavilions, public restrooms, a playground, two miles of walking trails and 1,700 new parking spaces.

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From the dĂŠcor to the overall ambience, the family has made the home their own.

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BOTTOM How one Hoover family’s home grew with them WRITTEN BY HEATHER JONES SKAGGS PHOTOS BY DAVID MCELROY

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hen you look at the front of David and Rhonda Selby’s home in Russet Woods, you may think it looks like an average three-bedroom, two-bath home — and it was before the Selby’s made it their own.

After renovations in 2008 and a recent overhaul of the attic and basement, the Selbys have about 3,000 square feet of living space that includes four bathrooms, four bedrooms, a formal living room, office spaces and a man cave, all of which are spacious and comfortable.

“We moved to Russet Woods in 1995,” Rhonda reminisces. “I was pregnant with my first child,

and we were coming from a small starter home in Bluff Park.

Russet Woods was and still is a family-friendly neighborhood and affordable for us as we were starting our family.”

After finding their Russet Woods home and the births of their two sons, Griffin and Ben, the Selby’s started on their first big home project in 2008, adding a large screened-in porch and kitchen remodel.

“We added French doors that allowed us to make our eating area much larger,” Rhonda explains.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: The family moved into the home in 1995.

David and Rhonda Selby enjoy all of the new space in their Russet Woods home. The man cave features a skin rug and other hunting memorabilia. Instead of moving, the family renovated their Russet Woods home to fit their needs.

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The kitchen is a welcoming space for friends and family.

breakfast.”

During the years as the Selby boys grew and the family’s needs changed, Rhonda found their home needed to grow and evolve with them but was reluctant to start shopping for a new home.

The original upstairs space was limited to a staircase and one small room with the rest being unfinished attic space. The room previously served as the boys’ playroom when they were younger.

“As they got older, we finished the basement in and moved the kids’ playroom/den downstairs. Boys tend to get louder as they get older,” she says.

This move left the upstairs space as an office and still unfinished attic and storage space. “We had no idea the rest of the attic space was even usable until our contractor mentioned it,” she says. “We had a structural engineer look and confirm that we could indeed use the space and renovate it into a more usable level of the house.”

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us,” Rhonda says.

In all, they gained a guest room (the old playroom), bathroom, sitting room/guest suite, office for Rhonda and a nice size closet.

“The best thing is that we lost nothing in attic space really,” Rhonda explains. “I have a walk-in attic space for Christmas stuff and another walk-in for everything else.”

Pocket doors also help conserve space in the new upstairs living area. French doors and large windows at both ends of the space allow light to sweep through from the guest suite/sitting area at one end to the guest bedroom at the other end.

“Our son has friends coming in from college, and we love having guests, so this bedroom was a need,” she says.

“It is really my little retreat as well.”

When moving the boys’ den downstairs, the family also added a full bath that can be accessed through the garage.

Both boys played sports at the time, and it was a great for them coming in from practice, Rhonda says.

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office space. The Selby men enjoy oversized, dark leather couches and a textured rug that gives their new space a rugged outdoorsman feel.

“David envisioned a skin rug to bring in some of the cabin feel, and it worked perfectly,” Rhonda says. “I also stumbled upon this rug at Target of all places. The pattern caught my attention, and it pulls out some of the white in the skin rug all while keeping the look rugged.”

Their new digs are also a great place to hangout, watch sports and display their game and fishing mounts. David’s desk and office space complete the area the family sees as the guys’ retreat, while the upstairs doubles as Rhonda’s private space.

The large bathroom still has a manly feel with neutral and rich tones, and the floor has the look of hardwoods but is actually laminate that sits right on the concrete. “The floor is

great,” Rhonda exclaims. “It is waterproof, easily maintained and easily repaired if needed.”

The renovations both upstairs and downstairs averaged about six months, and the Selbys say it was all worth it.

“We really could not see ourselves leaving Russet Woods. My boys grew up with tons of kids they went to school and church with here. My home is about what makes my family happy and comfortable,” Rhonda says. “I want our house to be a place — Rhonda Selby my kids want to come back to and where my friends and neighbors like to sit and visit.

“I hope other people can see the potential for their homes and realize that although Russet Woods may be an older subdivision, it has good ‘bones,’” she continues. “With a little vision and careful planning, houses here can really be transformed into lovely forever homes.” n

“My home is about

what makes my family happy and comfortable.”

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Their screenedin porch extends the eating area and gives them a place to enjoy their beautiful views. The Selby family has spent the past two decades in their Russet Woods home.

The downstairs man cave is decorating with fishing and hunting décor. The man cave has a rustic style.

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et a taste of the good ol’ days here in Hoover at Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.

The fast-casual restaurant is opening its first Alabama location this spring in The Village at Lee Branch shopping center.

“We feel it’s the perfect location for our family-friendly restaurant concept,” says says Brian Pyle, Freddy’s franchise operator.

Diners will be able to enjoy cooked-toorder steakburgers, Vienna beef hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, shoestring fries, frozen custard and more.

“It’s a fun, family-friendly environment and just all-around tasty food. You won’t be disappointed,” Pyle says.

The most popular menu item at Freddy’s is the Original Double combo meal, also

called the No. 1 combo meal. It’s made with two lean beef patties that are pressed thin and topped with two slices of American cheese, mustard, onions and pickles. The burger also comes with a heaping portion of their crispy shoestring fries.

“Enjoying fresh food fast without a wait doesn’t mean your meal has to be sitting in a warming drawer before you order,” Pyle says. “Freddy’s doesn’t start cooking your meal until after you’ve ordered, and we serve it to you fresh within minutes.”

A guest favorite dessert treat is the Signature Turtle sundae. Topped with hot fudge, caramel, toasted pecans, whipped cream and a cherry, the freshly churned vanilla custard will really hit that sweet spot.

They also have shakes, malts, cones, custard cakes and custard cookie sandwiches.

“Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is a fast-casual restaurant franchise that brings to life the America of the late 1940s and early 1950s, a post-war era of pride and values focusing on unity and quality family time,” Pyle says.

The restaurant’s family values come from its namesake and World War II veteran Freddy Simon. After years of fighting in places around the Pacific Rim during World War II, Freddy earned the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star for his service.

Now 90, Freddy actively participates in veterans groups and takes part in World War II memorial events across the United States.

His values, traditions and hard work rubbed off on those around him. His two sons — Bill and Randy — and restaurateur

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: All of the food at Freddy’s is cooked to order. Freddy’s is set to open this spring in Hoover.

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Scott Redler came together to open Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.

They created recipes that would take people back to the timeless standards of Freddy’s generation.

They opened their first restaurant in Wichita, Kansas, in 2002. Now, there are Freddy’s across the country.

“When you visit, make sure to take a look at the captioned, blackand-white photos on the walls of the restaurant,” Pyle says. “They’re genuine photos of Freddy and his family.

“Freddy’s restaurants from coast to coast serve a menu reminiscent of the all-

American meals Freddy prepared for his family,” he adds.

Now, Hoover residents will be able to enjoy all of these dishes. Once the Freddy’s team gets this location up and running smoothly, they hope to continue growing throughout the Birmingham metro area, Pyle says.

“Genuine hospitality and a family-friendly — Brian Pyle atmosphere seamlessly combine to create a timeless dining experience for guests of all ages,” he adds.

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friendly environment and just all-around tasty food.”

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1694 Montgomery Highway, Suite 108, Hoover, AL 35216 | (205) 988-5672 | (205) 988-8383 FAX www.hooverchamber.org | email: bill@hooverchamber.org

Police Officer and Firefighter of the Year To Be Recognized February Luncheon changed to WEDNESDAY, February 17

At our WEDNESDAY February 17 Chamber Luncheon, we will recognize and award the Hoover Firefighter of the Year and the Hoover Police Officer of the Year awards, for the calendar year 2015. For the 21st year, the Hoover Area Chamber will recognize these most outstanding community servants for their on-the-job performance. TurnerBatson Architects will sponsor of the Firefighter of the Year Award, Paramedic of the Year, and the 911 Operator of the Year.

Hendrick Automotive will sponsor the Police Officer of the Year Award and the Jailer of the Year award. The 911 Operator and the Jailer of the Year awards will be predetermined by the Fire and Police Departments, respectively.

The Fire and Police Award winners will be selected by committees within their own departments, and will not be made public until the February Chamber Luncheon.

Supervisors nominating members of their departments were asked to answer basic questions regarding the nominee and provide any additional information they feel will be helpful in determining which individual will be best qualified as the most outstanding department member for the year.

Firefighter-Paramedic Michael Thorin (left) was recognized at the February Chamber Public Safety Awards Luncheon as the Outstanding Firefighter of the Year by Hoover Fire Chief Chuck Wingate (center), and Firefighter-Paramedic-RN Wanda Durrett was recognized as the Outstanding Paramedic of the Year for 2014 at the luncheon. These two awards were sponsored by TurnerBatson Architects. TurnerBatson has sponsored these awards for some sixteen consecutive years.

The department chiefs have taken these nominations very seriously every year, and have had each department head or fire station make recommendations and nominations for the award. Police Chief Nick Derzis will also present the award for the 911 Operator of the Year and the Jailer of the Year. Only the committee members will know the winners prior to the meeting. Don’t miss this important meeting to see “Hoover’s Finest” representatives recognized.

To attend this WEDNESDAY February 17 Chamber Luncheon, please make your reservations no later than

Friday, February 12, by calling 9885672, or emailing the Chamber office at lisa@hooverchamber.org. Networking begins at 11:30 a.m., with the meeting starting sharply at noon. The Luncheon is $20.00, payable at the door, or $25.00 for non-members, or anyone who shows up without reservations. Payment can be made by cash, check, or major credit cards. Cancellations are accepted until the morning of the luncheon, but those who make reservations and simply do not attend will be invoiced, since a meal will have

See RECOGNIZED on page 4

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Introduction to Grant Writing Class at Hoover Library Have you ever been curious about what a grant is and how to get one? Where would you even begin?

“Most people think there’s something magical about grant writing, but there’s really a science to the Bryce Thornton, process. Anyone who Hoover Public Library takes the time to learn Business Department the basics will have a much better likelihood EVENT of success. After that, DETAILS you just need to keep writing.” Kimberly WHAT: Introduction Richardson, Kimberly to Grant Writing Richardson Consulting.

On Thursday, WHERE: Hoover Library February 11 at 6:30 pm, the Hoover Library will WHEN: Thursday, host an Introduction to February 11 at 6:30 Grant Writing. pm Also on Saturday, RESERVATIONS: March 19 at 10:30 am No reservations and Sunday, March required 20 at 2:30 pm, the library will offer classes on “How to Find Grants” using the Funding Information Network. As part of this network, which also includes Birmingham Public Library, we provide the public information concerning grants via two databases, a book collection and other resources.

Bryce Thornton is the Business Librarian at Hoover Library. You can reach him at 444-7816 or brycet@bham.lib.al.us.

Coffee & Contacts Schedule Second Thursday of each month, 7:30-9:30 a.m.

February 11, 2016 - Costco March 10, 2016 - Inverness Country Club April 14, 2016 - Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel May 12, 2016 - Morningside of Riverchase June 9, 2016 - PGA Tour Superstore July 14, 2016 - Advantage Resourcing

September 8, 2016 - Abbey at Inverness October 13, 2016 - Alabama Technology Network at Jeff State November 10, 2016 - Business Resource Group December 8, 2016 - AlaTrust Credit Union

Luncheon Sponsorships Normally held 3rd Thursday of each month, 11:15 a.m.

Networking, Noon Luncheon NOW Meeting at Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

WEDNESDAY February 17, April 21, 2016 - Avadian 2016 - Hendrick Auto Mall & Credit Union TurnerBatson Architects May 19, 2016 - Office Depot March 17, 2016 - The Birmingham Barons

Business After Hours Schedule Held the 4th Thursday of each month, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

January 28, 2016 - Ginsburg Dermatology Center

June 23, 2016 - Riverchase Country Club

February 25, 2016- Neurogenx Nerve Center of Hoover

July 28, 2016 - Galleria Woods Retirement Community

March 24, 2016 - Morningside of Riverchase

August 25, 2016 - Expedia CruiseShip Centers

April 28, 2016 - AAA Alabama

September 22, 2016 - My Chiropractor

May 26, 2016 - Inverness Country Club

October 27, 2016 - Brookdale Place University Park

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August 11, 2016 - Homewood Suites - Inverness

A Grand Opening, Dedication, and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at the new extension of St. Vincent’s One Nineteen, located at 7191 Cahaba Valley Road (Highway 119), Hoover 35244. Shown cutting the ribbon are most of the officials of the St. Vincent’s Health System, including CEO Neeysa Biddle, Vice President (and former chamber board member) Nan Priest, and Stephanie Holderby. St. Vincent’s One Nineteen will offer many extended services for patients with this addition.

The ceremony and dedication was attended by several hundred interested chamber members, ambassadors, and guests of St. Vincent’s.

The 21st Annual Hoover City School Employee of the Year awards were presented at the November 19, 2015 Chamber Luncheon by the new superintendent, Dr. Kathy Murphy. Shown left-to-right, Dr. Murphy; Brandi Marcrum; 2014-15 Hoover City Schools Employee of the Year Brian Fancher; Margaret Pruitt; and Lisa Yancy. This award is sponsored by American Family Care. Brian and his mother, Bobbie Fancher, were both runners-up the previous year.

A Ribbon Cutting was held Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at the Sleep Number Store at 4618 Highway 280, next to Chick-fil-A. Shown cutting the ribbon is Store Manager Chris Willard, as Regina Smith holds the bow. They are joined by several Hoover Chamber Ambassadors as well. Chris can be reached at this Sleep Number Store at (205) 981-3006 or s895r1@selectcomfort.com. The website is www.selectcomfort.com.

Hoover Mayor Gary Ivey presented the State of the City address at the December 17 Chamber Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency-The Wynfrey Hotel in Hoover. The chamber started holding their luncheons there in September, 2015. Mayor Ivey gave updates on the Police & Fire departments, athletic events in the chamber, as well as a variety of social events held or promoted by the city. In addition, he gave a financial update on the City of Hoover, and announced the city is in very good shape financially.

A Ground-Breaking Ceremony was held at Aldridge Gardens in Hoover, November 9, 2015 for the new Veterans Memorial to be built by the lake at Aldridge Gardens. Show from the left, U.S. Navy Captain Bob Beatty (ret), Chairman of Hoover Veterans Committee; Eddie Aldridge; Steve Davis; Hoover City Councilman John Lyda; Councilman RADM Jack Natter (ret); Hoover Mayor Gary Ivey; and Council President Jack Wright.

The December Coffee & Contacts event was held at Hendrick Chevrolet on Montgomery Highway in Hoover, with almost 100 people in attendance. From the left are Hostess Angela Finley of Hendrick Hoover Auto Mall; Lori Salter Schommer of Mayor Ivey’s office; Paul Dangel of the Hyatt Regency-Wynfrey Hotel; Bill Powell; Jennifer McEuen of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation; and host Joel Smith, Executive General Manager of Hendrick Hoover Auto Mall. The Coffee & Contacts events are booked for the 2nd Thursday morning of each month through December 2016.

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Thank You, Board of Trustees Chris Schmidt, J.D., Daniel

Jose’ Rivera-Crespo, Outback

Eric Land, ABC 33/40 Television

Corporation

Steakhouse

Joe Thomas, Chairman, Capstone

Pete Gagliano, ADT Security Systems

David Roberson, Drummond Company Jim Quick, P. F. Chang’s Restaurant

Financial Group

Steve Swofford, Alabama Credit Union Antonio D. Sankey, Eagle Strategies/

Terri Q. Williams, AT&T Alabama*

Kelvin Johnson, Alabama Gas

New York Life

Dr. John R. Phillips, III, PT

Jason Cobb, America’s First Federal

Corporation/Alagasco

Ricky Brooks, Express Oil/Tire

Orthodontics

Credit Union*

Timothy C. Lee, M.D., MPH,

Engineers

Rick Smith, Renaissance Ross Bridge

Patricia Cunningham, Fortis Institute

Golf Resort & Spa Thomas A. Martin, Riverchase

The Board of Trustees

The Presidents Circle of the Board of Trustees

Lisa Worley, Anchor Insurance Agency* Alabama Heart & Vascular, P.C.

Hal Humphrey Gresham, Smith & Partners www.gspnet.com

Joe McGee Legacy Community Federal Credit Union www.legacycreditunion.com

John Lyda, Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Ashley Robinett, Alabama Power

Cody Burns, FOX 6 WBRC

A.W. Bolt, Bolt Law Office*

Company

Debbie Hultquist, Fresenius Medical

Galleria

Ken Leatherwood, Bright House

Jabo Waggoner, Alabama Senate,

Care

Andy Davis, St. Vincent’s Health

Networks

District Sixteen

Terry Turner, Esq., Gentle, Turner &

System

Stephen Preston, Brookwood Medical

Linda Cencula, Avadian Credit Union

Sexton

Leanne Graham, Sam’s Club

Center

Steve Nix, AlaTrust Credit Union

Hal Humphrey, P.E., Gresham, Smith

Sam Dillender, Santek Waste Services

Lori D. Moler, Children’s of Alabama*

Jimese Harkley, America’s First Federal

and Partners

Dr. Jack Schaeffer, Schaeffer Eye

Gregg Maercker, First Commercial

Credit Union

David Porter, Greystone Golf &

Centers

Bank

Felicia Fortune, American Family Care

Country Club

Dwight Sandlin, Signature Homes

Mark Garnett, HealthSpring of

Randy Johansen, American Family Care

Jinni Lacey, RN, HealthSouth

Shannon Trotter, State Farm Insurance

Alabama, Inc.

Rihan Jamil, BB&T Bank

Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital

Recruiting

Joel Smith, Hendrick Hoover Auto

Jared Miller, BBVA Compass Bank

Neil Thakor, Holiday Inn - Hoover

Clarence “Brother” Moss, Steak N

Mall

Robert P. (Rob) Fowler, Balch &

Kerry Bradley, Hoover Tactical

Shake

Paul Dangel, Hyatt Regency

Bingham LLP

Firearms

Alain Gallet, Terracon

Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

Deborah Stephens, Behavioral Health

David Arnott, Hyatt Place - Hoover

Neal Harris, The Home Depot-

Jerry Cross, Jefferson County EIDA*

Systems, Inc.

Richard Bishop, ITT Technical

Inverness

Henry King, King Acura

Ken Crow, Belk at Riverchase Galleria

Institute

Mark Hamilton, The Home Depot-

Leigh Ellen Brummerhoff, Marriott

Ashfaq Taufique, Birmingham Islamic

Amy Strayer, Jason’s Deli

Riverchase

International, Inc.

Society

Tony Cooper, Jimmie Hale Mission

Alice Johnson, Grandview Medical

Dan Mikos, Mikos-Kampakis

Patty Barron, P.E., Birmingham Water

Joe McGee, Legacy Community

Center

Insurance*

Works

Federal Credit Union

Darin Boykin, Walmart SuperCenter,

Richard Head, RE/MAX Advantage*

Leanne Messer, Brookdale Place

Dr. Lawrence Lemak, Lemak Sports

Highway 150

Chris Leech, Regions Financial

University Park

Medicine

Glenn Smith, Walmart SuperCenter,

Charlie Conklin, Sentry Heating, Air

Robin Wilkins, Bryant Bank

Allen South, Little Pumpkins Daycare

Highway 280

Conditioning & Plumbing

Bud Cason, Bud’s Best Cookies

Dwight Burrell, Long-Lewis Ford

Greg Livingston, Walmart Market,

Lincoln

Lorna Road

Tim Prince, Hoover’s Magazine, Shelby Paul Huckeba, C B & S Bank

Keith Pennington Medical West www.uabmedicalwest.org

Horace Moss, Papa Murphy’s Pizza

County Reporter

King Demontluzin, Chateau Vestavia

Bridget Baughan, McDonald’s

Charles Waldrep, Waldrep Stewart &

Kathleen Spencer, Spencer Consulting

Retirement Community

Keith Pennington, Medical West

Kendrick, LLC

Group*

David Jackson, Chick-Fil-A

Amanda Windsor, Mr. Harry’s Chickin Alison Lindsay, WIAT-42 News

Dan Ellis, TASC*

Mike Warren, Children’s of Alabama

De-Lux

Ronald Jackson, Williams Scotsman

David Brown, Office Depot

Kevin Roberts, Windstream

Tamara Harrelson, Covenant Classic

Todd Beegle, On Tap Sports Café

Russell Pate, Zaxby’s

Schools

Carol Adkins, OnTime Service

*Designates a Past President of the Hoover Bobby Haynes, Costco Wholesale Area Chamber of Commerce

Membership in the Board of Trustees is offered by invitation to members paying a minimum of $1,000 in dues per year. If you are interested in networking with the area’s top business and community leaders, please contact the Chamber at 988-5672.

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Those who make reservations and simply do not show will be invoiced for the luncheon, as the chamber makes guarantees to the Hyatt RegencyThe Wynfrey Hotel based on the number of reservations. Hyatt Regency-The Wynfrey Hotel is located at 1000 Riverchase Galleria, Hoover 35244. The hotel parking deck is available for a $2.00 fee. However, free parking is adjacent to the hotel in the open parking lots, or attendees may use the free North Parking Deck for sheltered parking.

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At the February Chamber Public Safety Awards Luncheon, The Police Officer of the Year was recognized, sponsored by Hendrick Hoover Auto Mall, with Officer James Bullock recognized as the 2014 Police Officer of the Year, and Sergeant Mike Lucas, Detective Wayne Weems, and Detective Kimberly Quattlebaum all recognized as finalists for their outstanding work during the year by Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis.

Shown is Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis (left) with Officer James Bullock.

Upcoming Events

January, February and March 2016 JANUARY

January 28: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Business after Hours at Ginsburg Dermatology Center, 972 Montclair Road, Birmingham, AL 35213.

Contact Holly Dale at 205592-4880 or holly dale@ ginsburgderm.com FEBRUARY

February 4: 8:30 a.m. Economic Development Committee Meeting at Chamber Office. Visitors Welcome!

February 11: 7:30-9:00 a.m.

Coffee & Contacts at Costco Wholesale, 3650 Galleria Circle, Hoover 35244. Call 9091039 or www.costco.com for information.

MONDAY, February 15: 4:30 p.m.

Chamber Ambassador Meeting at Chamber Office. Visitors Welcome!

WEDNESDAY, February 17: Hoover Chamber Luncheon at Hyatt Regency-The Wynfrey Hotel.

11:15 a.m. Networking, Noon Luncheon. Please make reservations

by Friday, February 12. Those who make reservations requesting a meal be prepared for them, and do not attend will be invoiced, unless canceled prior to the event. $20.00 or $25.00 for non-members or for those without reservations. Lisa@ hooverchamber.org February 25: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Business after Hours at Neurogenx Nerve Center of Hoover, 1849 Data Drive, Suite 2, Hoover 35244. Contact Paul Todd at 549-4899 or paul@ nncal.com for information.

MARCH

March 3: 8:30 a.m. Economic Development Committee Meeting at Chamber Office. Visitors Welcome!

March 10: 7:30-9:00 a.m.

Coffee & Contacts at Inverness Country Club, 1 Country Club Drive, Hoover, AL 35244.

Contact Steve Korson at 9918608 or steve@diamondclubs. com for information.

March 16: 4:30 p.m. Chamber Ambassador Meeting at Chamber Office. Visitors Welcome.

March 17: Hoover Chamber Luncheon at Hyatt RegencyThe Wynfrey Hotel. 11:15 a.m.

Networking, Noon Luncheon.

Please make reservations by Monday, March 14. Those who make reservations requesting a meal be prepared for them, and do not attend will be invoiced, unless canceled prior to the event. $20.00 or $25.00 for non-members or for those without reservations. Lisa@ hooverchamber.org

Mission Statement Amended January 1998. The Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce promotes economic growth of business through a strong support system which provides business and community partnerships.

Use this logo to place in your advertising for higher name recognition. This logo can be emailed to members for use in advertising, on business cards, and on letterhead or signs.

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Hoover Chamber Officers and Board of Directors

Chris Schmidt, J.D., Daniel Corporation, 2016 President

Joel Smith, Hendrick Hoover Auto Mall, First Vice President

Jerome Morgan, Jr., Oncort Services, Second Vice President

Sylinda Daniel, Snelling

Paul Dangel Hyatt Regency Wynfrey Hotel

Rihan Jamil, BB&T Bank

Megan Randolph, CPA, Warren Averett CPAs and Advisors, Treasurer

Kathleen Terry Turner, Esq. Lori Schommer, Joe Thomas, Stephen Preston, Spencer, Spencer Gentle, Turner City of Hoover, Capstone Brookwood Consulting & Sexton, Legal City Liaison Financial Group, Medical Center Group, Counsel Immediate Past Secretary President

Reginald Jeter, Gregg Maercker, Tynette Lynch, Aldridge J.D. First Gardens Nationwide Commercial Mutual Insurance Bank

Ira Levine, CCIM, Levine & Associates

Jason Cobb, America’s First Federal Credit Union

Terry Shea, Wrapsody

New Members — December 2015 9Round - Inverness Carrey Clutts, Owner - 995-0708

Cowboy Chicken Dia Zuaiter - 637-5400

Aaron L. Dettling, Lawyer, LLC Aaron Dettling, Principal - 988-3119

High Rise Realty Glenn Davis - 980-0313

Alabama Army National Guard Staff Sergeant Kevin Johnston - 401-5186

Hyatt Place Birmingham - Board of Trustees Upgrade David Arnott - 988-8444

Anthony Allstate Agency David Nowak - 985-7717 Blowfish Sushi & Asian Cuisine Huy Neuyen, Owner - 235-8235 Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community Evan Predom - 704-2120 CarePatrol of Birmingham DiAnna Wilson - 208-9999 CarMax Roy Fraser, Sales Manager - 985-0556

Kulture City Organization Diane Zaragoza - 612-1688 Mom ‘n’ I Publishing, LLC Marry Sood, Co-Owner - 582-9245 Moore Tech Solutions, Inc. Donald B. Moore, President - 578-7337 Mutual Savings Credit Union Brett Fulton, Branch Manager - 682-1122

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One Hour Heating & Air/Ben Franklin Plumbing Dan Stomoff, General Manager - 718-0470 Perry’s Steakhouse Karrie York, Sales Manager - 968-1597 Renasant Bank - Inverness Bonita Culver, Vice President - 991-2825 Tailwinds Technologies Stephen Upton, General Manager 438-7340 Tropical Smoothie - Inverness Mike Tate, Owner - 834-8309 Vacation Guru Michelle Tatum, Travel Agent - 516-8224 Valpak Marketing Solutions Daniel Gallegly, President - 822-6069

SPOTTED

Greystone Ladies Club Christmas Luncheon The Greystone Ladies Club held its annual Christmas Luncheon, the club’s final event for 2015, at the home of member Alicia Cuevas on Dec. 9, 2015. (Photos by Emily Sparacino)

Barbara Brickner, Ann Layne, Betty Galbraith, Hiltrud Hollibaugh and Jenice Kinsey

Hendreè Moore, Joyce Searcy and Danella Johnson.

Susie Hammers and Hiltrud Hollibaugh

Janie Dollar and Alicia Cuevas

Tina Douglass and Carole Marks

Jenice Kinsey, Wilma Thompson, Denise Tassone and Donna Francavilla.

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Kirk Cuevas, Santa Claus and Alicia Cuevas

Betty Galbraith and Jenice Kinsey

Jeannie Johnson, Becky Boner and Ann Layne

Trudy Vaughan, Eleanor Hall and Krystal Phillips

Hiltrud Hollibaugh and Ursula Norcross

Harpist Ellen Stanton

Judy Arnold, Kirk Cuevas and Ann Penton

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SPOTTED

Hannah Home Christmas Luncheon The Hannah Home Shelby Auxiliary held its annual Christmas luncheon Dec. 15, 2015 at the home of Denise Tassone in Greystone. (Photos by Emily Sparacino)

Robin Mansfield, Kathy Frey and Martha Thompson

Esther Howell, Margaret Walker and Carole Marks

Billie Holleman and Tammy Hogue

Barbara Suttle and Maureen Bunn

Lois Tipton and Andrea Hunter

Denise Tassone, Jennifer Lackey, Pam Bradford, Billie Holleman, Janie Dollar, Gwen Solomon, Tina Douglass, Jane Scott and Phyllis Davis

Kathy Henton and LaVerne Reese

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Breanna Brickner, Hiltrud Hollibaugh and Barbara Brickner

Ann Layne and Kathy Frey

Billie Holleman, Tricia Schencker and Tina Douglass

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Rita Wood, Pam Bradford, Janie Dollar and Connie Crowe

Gwen Solomon and Tosha Lyles

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Hoover Belles Tea

SPOTTED

Aldridge Gardens held a tea for the Hoover Belles and their mothers in appreciation for the many volunteer hours they contribute to the Gardens during the year on Dec. 6, 2015. (Photos contributed)

Kay Witt, Lauren Lovell, Amelia Grace Hill, Emma Rose Hill and Jennie Alley

Julianna Vaughn, Sandi Vaughn and Laura Catherine Vaughn

Amelia Grace Hill, Emma Rose Hill and Cheryl Hill

Kara Brooks, Emily Couch, Amber Ajlouny and Hannah Henley

Kennedye McGhee and Kisha Mitchell

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Caitlin Saenz, Elizabeth King and Alana Shunnarah

Haley Fullman, Shaelah McGilton, Sarah Grace Pugh and Ashleigh Rye

Stephanie Rye and Ashleigh Rye

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Sarah Grace Pugh and Mary Beth Pugh

Elizabeth King and Melinda King

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SPOTTED

Kiwanis Holiday Party The Kiwanis Club of Hoover Metro held a holiday party on Dec. 17 at the home of Dave and Emily Naefe in Riverchase.

(Photos contributed)

John and Melody Greene

Bob and Mary Lynn Brown

Dwight and Beverly Meadors

Marcia and Carl Montgomery

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Kathy and Dan Mikos

Cheri and Bryan Jenkins

Don Levy and Harriett Shulmister

Dale and Ramona Boehm

April and Jason DeLuca

Emily and Dave Naefe

Allison and David Bradley

Latisha and Bryan Marbuary

Kristy and John Domnanovich

Jerry and Charla McClain

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Christmas Bazaar To raise money for a competition trip, the Hoover High School cheerleaders held the Christmas Bazaar at the school on Dec. 8, 2015. (Photos by Lauren Dowdle)

Daniel and Kayla Johnston

Wayne and Cassie Bolden

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Jason and Andee Johnson

Bailey Smith, Rilee White and Ann Marie Osbore

Jan Bellows and Fanoula Gulas

Teresa Rumph, Anastasia Hardy and Ann Marie Stanford

Sandy Johnson and Beth Vick

Jake and Ashley Mason

Angelia and Jon Darty

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SPOTTED

Mingle & Jingle Mingle & Jingle hosted a Christmas shopping event with local businesses at the Cahaba Grand Conference Center on Dec. 11, 2015. (Photos

by Lauren Dowdle)

Jenny Lynn and Angie Stacey

Laura Barnett and Dale Sumners

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Shelly Smith and Sarah Cait Sawyer

Dennis and Wanda Byrd

Ivey Edwards and Cameron Strouss

Dr. Marty Lovvorn, Kristin Drumheller and Ryan Dolan

Kady Wallace and Savanna Stephens

Susie Lawley and Anna Brasher

Ivory LeShore and George Jones

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SPOTTED

Hoover Chamber of Commerce December Luncheon The Hoover Chamber of Commerce hosted its regular luncheon on Dec. 17, 2015. Mayor Gary Ivey was the featured speaker and gave his annual State of the City address. (Photos by Molly Davidson)

Sylinda Daniel, Janet Turner, Sarah Turner and Steve McClinton

DaNella Auten and Karen Rickerson

Angela Bennett and Ashlee Rainwater

Leah Eagle and Denise Roberson

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Preston Holder and Todd Roberts

Verona Petite and Patrick Leonard

Kelli Holmes and Carol Bruser

Jerry and Charla McClain

Hunter Smith, Stacy Almond-Eads and Steve Hart

Jeff Brown and Scott Shinbaum

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Craig Catalfu and Alicia White

Terry Turner and Gregg Maercker

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SPOTTED

Hoover Chamber of Commerce December Luncheon The Hoover Chamber of Commerce hosted its regular luncheon on Dec. 17, 2015. Mayor Gary Ivey was the featured speaker and gave his annual State of the City address. (Photos by Molly Davidson)

Erin Colbaugh and Brittany Toole

Janice Holiday and Angela Bennett

Joel Smith and Katy Watts

Dave Davis and Russ Jordan

Joe Thomas, Catherine Lindsey and Virginia McClendon

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Leann and Carey Clutts

Sylinda Daniel and Lynn Ray

Claire Davis, Haden Brown and Andy Tatum

Megan Randolph and Jeff Brown

CALENDAR

Feb. 1 Together with Twos – Silly Sheep

their caregiver will be held Feb. 2 at 10 a.m. Register each week.

•Hoover Public Library•

Minute to Win It

Stories and crafts for 2-yearolds will be available Feb. 1 at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Space is limited; register each week.

Greater Birmingham Humane Society •Hoover Public Library•

Friends of the Hoover Library – Greater Birmingham Humane Society will meet Feb. 1 at 10 a.m. Refreshments at 9:45 a.m., program at 10 a.m.

Free and open to the public.

Call 444-7840.

Feb. 2 Father Goose – Fruit Basket •Hoover Public Library•

Stories, songs and snacks for 1-year-olds will be held at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Space is limited; register each week.

Early Birds – Tuck Me In •Hoover Public Library•

Stories, songs and fingerplays for birth to 12 months and

•Hoover Public Library•

Can you keep up? Test yourself by completing mini challenges in under a minute Feb. 2 at 4 p.m. Registration is required. Grades 4-6.

Feb. 3 Tiny Tot Tales – Circus Time •Hoover Public Library•

A short action-packed storytime for children under 4 will be held Feb. 3 at 9:30 a.m.

After Lunch Bunch – Three for Me •Hoover Public Library•

Skip dessert for a fun-filled storytime for ages 3 and up Feb. 3 at 1:30 p.m.

Feb. 4 First Thursday Fiction Book Group: ‘Lisette’s List’ •Hoover Public Library•

Join the group to discuss “Lisette’s List” by Susan Vreeland on Feb. 4 at 10

Riverchase Loves Artists

a.m. The group will Skype with the author. The event is free.

Feb. 5 Library Skills 102 •Hoover Public Library•

Learn how to navigate the Alabama Virtual Library and other online resources Feb. 5 at 10:30 a.m. Perfect for homeschoolers, grades 4-12.

Registration begins Jan. 19.

Feb. 9 Be Our Valentine •Hoover Public Library•

A fun night of Valentine crafts, games and snacks will be held Feb. 9 at 6:30 p.m. for all ages.

Feb. 11 Hoover Service Club meeting •Hoover-Randle House•

Fun Friday: Mardi Gras •Greystone Golf and Country Club•

‘Tis the season for Mardi Gras, so Greystone will be jazzin’ up with N’awlins style hors d’oeuvres and drink specials for members Feb. 5 from 6-10 p.m. at the Founders Clubhouse.

Live entertainment will be provided.

Feb. 6 Riverchase Loves Artists

Barbara Randle invites the Hoover Service Club to have its February meeting at her home, the historic HooverRandle House, 2255 Tyler Road in Bluff Park, on Feb. 11 at 11 a.m. Box lunches (optional) are available for $11 each. Volunteers will transport club members to the house from the Hoover Country Club at 10:30 a.m.

Lard Bucket Bluegrass Band •Hoover Public Library•

•Riverchase Country Club•

The “Riverchase Loves Artists” 10th annual popular art show will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Riverchase Country Club in Hoover. Admission is free and open to the public. Local and regional artists will exhibit and sell various mediums of art. Visit Riverchaselovesartists.com.

A CD release show by this bluegrass band will be held Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m.

Introduction to Grant Writing •Hoover Public Library•

Grant writer Kim Richardson will teach a beginners class on how to write grants Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m.

Feb. 7 Global Cuisine at the Plaza: Germany

Feb. 13 Valentine’s Dinner at Legacy

•Hoover Public Library•

The time is here for couples to get cozy and enjoy a great prix fixe menu from Chef André on Feb. 12 and Feb. 13 from 5-9 p.m. The cost is $55. Call 986-5120.

•Greystone Golf and Country Club•

Coffee-ol-ogy Cafe will explore German cuisine in February.

Complimentary samples will be provided. The event is Feb. 7 at 2:30 p.m.

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CALENDAR

Feb. 14 Young Artist Reception

perform Feb. 21 at 2:30 p.m.

The event is free.

Feb. 24 Kellylee Evans

•Hoover Public Library•

Celebrate the library’s featured children’s gallery artists Feb. 14 at 3 p.m. in the Children’s Programming Room. Refreshments will be served.

Feb. 16 High School Musical Karaoke •Hoover Public Library•

Come and sing-a-long with Troy and the gang Feb. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Snacks will be provided. Grades 7-12.

Feb. 18 Hoover Chamber of Commerce luncheon •Hyatt Regency-The Wynfrey Hotel•

A Hoover Chamber of Commerce luncheon will be held at the Hyatt RegencyThe Wynfrey Hotel at noon.

RSVP by Feb. 15. The cost is $20. Call Lisa Dunbar at

•Hoover Public Library•

Canadian singer songwriter Kellylee Evans will perform at the library Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. Evans’s performances include soul, pop and hiphop. Tickets are $25.

Hearts and Harmony Gala

988-5672 or email lisa@ hooverchamber.org.

NOYOKO •Hoover Public Library•

Beatles tribute act performs songs from the Fab Four’s entire catalog ranging from the biggest hits to the deepest cuts. The free event will be held at 6:30 p.m.

Feb. 19 Hearts and Harmony Gala •Hyatt Regency — The Wynfrey Hotel•

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is hosting its 4th Annual Hearts and Harmony Gala, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. There will be dinner, dancing, a silent auction and music by the First Edition Jazz Ensemble. Reservations are due by Feb. 1 and are $100 per person.

Feb. 21 Rachel Hebert •Hoover Public Library•

Rachel Hebert’s songs grow up from the swamp and peat and clay of the American Southeast.

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Feb. 25 Business after Hours •Neurogenx Nerve Center•

Business after Hours will be held at Neurogenx Nerve Center of Hoover, 1849 Data Drive, Suite 2, in Hoover from 5-7 p.m.

Let us know about your community events, parties or meetings — we'd love to get photos for our Spotted pages! Email lauren.dowdle@ hooversmagazine.com with event details.

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•Hoover Public Library•

Gather, create, invent, tinker and discover in a portable makerspace Feb. 24 at 4 p.m. Ages 7 and up, come and go.

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Visit Atkinson Homes in Childersburg, ALacross from Cadence Bank 256-378-1201 Automation Personnel Services Montgomery is Hiring!

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Call (334) 274-1004 For More Info APPLY NOW! Baugh Ford in Clanton is Hiring Ford Certified Diesel Mechanic and Lube Technician. Email resume to autojobsclanton@ gmail.com Fax: (205) 755-6443 OR apply in person.

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Class-B+ CDL, 2yrs MINIMUM heavy haul experience/CleanMVR. Competitive Pay/Great Benefits. Apply in person: 2180 Hwy 87, Alabaster, 35007 Bertolone Italian Café is NOW hiring for all shifts and positions.

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why I love Hoover

‘I like the convenience and variety of all the stores and restaurants.’

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hen pets are sick or need extra care, their owners can turn to Dr. Jeremy Hodges for help. He finished his doctor of veterinary medicine program at Auburn University. Now, Hodges is an operating partner at Lake Crest Animal Clinic in Hoover, which opened in 2012.

He and his wife, Candace, are celebrating 10 years of marraige in March and have three children. They moved to Hoover about a year and a half ago from Gardendale.

Q: Why did you become a veterinarian?

A: I had always wanted to become a veterinarian, ever since I could talk.

There was no family or close friends who influenced my decision, but we always had animals growing up.

Q: What’s your favorite part about your job?

A: The thing I love most about being a veterinarian is the fact that I’m not only helping animals, but indirectly, also their owners. For many people, their pet is like their child: A member of the family with a special bond. Veterinarians are in a unique position to help both the owner and animal.

work in the mornings, so I will start seeing those drop-off patients next. Amongst the many appointments, I will take care of our surgical patients as time permits.

Q: Do you have any pets?

A: My wife and kids always seem to think we need one more pet, so our collection now includes four dogs ranging from a great Pyrenees to a miniature pinscher, three cats, four cockatiels, two lionhead rabbits and two hermit crabs.

Q: Why do you love Hoover?

A: I like the convenience and variety of all the stores and restaurants. Whatever I might need, I can usually get it within 15 minutes and five miles of the house. The elementary school my children attend is great.

Q: What’s a normal day like for you at the clinic?

A: The first thing that I do in the mornings is walk through and check on Q: What do you like to do in your the patients that are boarding with us and who are here for treatment. Clients spare time?

A: I really enjoy working with my are able to drop their pets off before 82

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hands and building and tinkering with things. I’ve been in the process of restoring an old car for the past five years or so. I built the engine from the crankshaft up, so I was proud of that — especially that it ran when I completed it.

Q: What is something not many people know about you?

A: I’ve always enjoyed attending theater and watching the Broadway-style plays. However, I’d never been on stage myself until recently. My whole family, excluding my 2-year-old, was cast for parts in a play that was performed at one of the local community theaters. I had a blast, but I wouldn’t go as far as to say that I missed my calling.

Q: What’s on your bucket list?

A: Well, I don’t plan on dying, but I’d like to some day go on a medical missions trip and maybe get a pilot’s license. Hopefully, the latter would not bring my bucket list to its conclusion! n