Hoover's Magazine June 2015

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From movies to the largest traveling car show in the world, Hoover is the place to be.

On Friday nights, families can enjoy free movies at Veterans Park as part of Free Friday Flicks. Bring your chairs, blankets and friends, and enjoy pizza and a fun night out. They’ll show PG-rated movies like “Big Hero 6,” “Home” and “Paddington.” Read more and see the full list of movies on page 8.

Car enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Hot Rod Power Tour when it comes to the Hoover Metropolitan Stadium June 10. This seven-day, seven-city tour will bring thousands

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of classic and modern performance cars to the city for the day. There will also be celebrities, entertainment, giveaways, a driving course and more. Learn more about it on page 18.

Summer is also the perfect time to catch up on your reading, and the Hoover Public Library has events for the entire family. They will host a variety of science fiction and fantasy activities and programs, including movie nights, award-winning author talks, a costume contest and game parties.

Read more about the events on page 11.

To see what else is happening in June, check out our calendar on

page 77.

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Ultimate Road Trip Hot Rod Power Tour will bring thousands of cars to Hoover

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Party like it’s 1965 Berry High School graduates celebrate 50th reunion

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26 ARTS & CULTURE 8 Going to the Movies Kick off the summer break with Free Friday Flicks

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Bargain Buys Junior League shopping event offers great sales, items

RECREATION 18 Ultimate Road Trip Hot Rod Power Tour will bring thousands of cars to Hoover

FASHION 22 Sew Precious

Children’s boutique opens new Hoover store location

What’s going on in Hoover education and beyond

FEATURES 26 Party like it’s 1965

AT HOME 42 Rooms with a View

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Berry High School graduates celebrate 50th reunion Community of Music Couple offers lessons at Bluff Park studio

HEALTH & BEAUTY 35 Good Times One Nineteen celebrates 10 years with block party

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EDUCATION 38 Snippets

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How Monte D’Oro couple combines home and garden

Relax in Style Enjoy summer styles inside and out

FOOD & DRINK 50 Market Sprouting in Hoover New grocery store offers fresh, natural food

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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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Classifieds

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Why I Love Hoover

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arts & culture

Going to the

MOVIES Kick off the summer break with Free Friday Flicks WRITTEN BY LAUREN DOWDLE PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED

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s prices for theater tickets, popcorn and snacks continue to rise, Hoover families can enjoy some free entertainment at the park this summer.

Free Friday Flicks will return to Veterans Park for the third year starting May 29.

“It’s pretty hard to beat the price for some wholesome family entertainment,” says Keri Lane Hontzas, who works with Backyard Movie Parties. “Come out, and you’ll love it.”

Backyard Movie Parties started the movie event 24 years ago at Caldwell Park. Later, they moved it to Homewood before ending up in Hoover.

“We had outgrown the park in Homewood, and Veterans Park is more accessible,” Hontzas says. “We thought it was the perfect place.”

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The movies will start at dusk each Friday.

MOVIE SCHEDULE May 29: “Big Hero 6” June 5: “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” June 12: “Strange Magic” June 19: “Annie” (2014)

June 26: “Maleficent” July 10: “Home” July 17: “Paddington” July 24: “Dolphin Tale 2” July 31: Rain Date All of the movies have a PG rating.

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Friends and families can bring chairs and blankets to relax and watch the movies.

and families to arrive earlier to find a good spot and enjoy dinner. Papa John’s will be there each week selling pizza and drinks starting at 6:30 p.m.

“Depending on the movie and weather, there will be anywhere from 500 to 3,000 people there,” she says.

Moviegoers will enjoy watching the films on an inflatable screen with a 30-foot image width. They will kick off Friday Flicks with “Big Hero 6” on May 29.

Other movies they’ll show include “Dolphin Tale 2,” “Paddington” and “Home.”

If there’s the possibility of bad weather, Hontzas says they’ll make the call whether to cancel the event by 6 p.m. that night.

They will post updates to the Free Friday Flicks Facebook and Twitter (@BYMovieParties) pages.

Fox 6 Chief Meteorologist J-P Dice will also do the weather live from the Friday Flicks, when there aren’t storms.

“We try to go on with the movie if at all possible,” she says.

For those looking to have a fun, free night out, Friday Flicks is the perfect choice.

“Just grab a blanket, friends and family, and enjoy watching a free movie on the big screen,” she says. “It’s a lot of fun for all ages.”

For more information on Backyard Movie Parties or to rent a screen for an event, visit Backyardmovieparties.com. 

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the book nook

Escape the Ordinary

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he theme for the adult summer reading program is “Escape the Ordinary.” You can sign up through July 31 and read or listen to books for a chance to win great prizes donated by the Friends of the Library. During July, you can play “Stump the Librarian” for a chance to win a $100 gift card.

Anthony Vacca As part of the summer Fiction Department reading program, the Fiction Hoover Public Library Department is proud to announce its Summer of Sci-Fi and Fantasy — a summer offering thrills for connoisseurs of all that is gloriously geeky.

Following up on the success of last year’s Summer of Romance — a series of programs that featured appearances by authors such as Abbi Glines and Lauren Willig, along with various romance-themed events and contests — the library will have a Summer of Sci-Fi and Fantasy activities and programs. There will be an ongoing game of Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Graphic Novel reading bingo.

For game lovers, the library will also host a Tabletop Game Day June 6, which will give enthusiasts the chance for seven hours of uninterrupted gaming. On July 24, the library will hold its reoccurring After Hours @ the Plaza: Game Nite.

Then on June 20, we’ll have a double feature showing of two classic Jim Henson fantasy films. (Hint: David Bowie is the star in one of them.) On July 18, we’ll have our final and biggest movie showing with two of Marvel’s newest superhero releases.

And now for the main event: the Sci-Fi and Fantasy Festival. We’ll have award-winning authors Bobby Nash and Van Allen Plexico discussing their works and genres on Aug. 1, followed by a book signing. From 10 a.m. until 5:30 pm, there will be tabletop gaming and demos, various discussion panels, a trivia game show, an Artemis Starship Bridge simulator and more. Then, we’ll have a costume contest at 6 p.m. followed by a costume party.

Follow us on Facebook to keep up with all of these exciting events, or call 444-7820 for more information.  Anthony Vacca works in the fiction department of the Hoover Public Library. Visit Hooverlibrary.org for more information.

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arts & culture

Bargain Buys Junior League shopping event offers great sales for good cause WRITTEN BY LAUREN DOWDLE PHOTOS BY LAUREN DOWDLE AND CONTRIBUTED

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magine visiting a yard sale with unbeatable prices, high-quality items and cheerful people. Now, multiply that by a thousand, and you’ll come close to what shoppers experienced at the Junior League of Birmingham ( JLB)’s Bargain Bash and Bargain Carousel.

Known as the 1,000-family yard sale, the shopping events attracted thousands. They were April 23, 25 and 26 at the former Hoover-Princeton/Winn-Dixie location.

It was the first time the JLB had held the events in Hoover, and the Baptist Health Center donated the space for them to use.

What started as something the JLB did every other year has now become an annual event that residents excitedly await.

This year, the Bargain Bash and Carousel attracted a few thousand shoppers, says Allison Scott, president of the JLB. It’s the organizations largest fundraiser.

“While a lot of our customers that come every year were there, we were excited to see so many new people,” Scott says. “It’s not just a Shelby and Jefferson County event: 12

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People come from all over.”

The Bargain Bash, held on April 23, was a preview party before the Bargain Carousel on April 25-26. Bash shoppers got the first look at the merchandise, including furniture, clothes, home décor, toys, books, artwork and jewelry. Tickets for the Bash were $30 for 6 p.m. entry and $40 for 7 p.m. entry.

Bargain Carousel tickets were $10.

JLB members donated the majority of the items, and local stores also contributed their excess inventory for the sale. In addition to the merchandise, shoppers could bid on silent auction items and packages.

“It’s so much fun,” Scott says. “The music’s going, ice cream’s out and everyone’s having a good time.”

All of the money raised from the event goes to the JLB’s 37 community programs, such as Vineyard Family Services’ Backpack Buddies, Mothers’ Milk Bank of Alabama and Pathways.

“We talk about it as the 1,000-family yard sale — but, it’s really the garage sale that gives back,” Scott explains. “There’s so

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: The Bargain Bash and Carousel offered clothes for everyone in the family, from children to adults. There were a variety of books on sale.

Perfect for a game room, there were foosball and air hockey tables. Junior League members Valerie Ramsbacher, Stacey Barnes, Tracy Sundsted, Mia Johnson and Lani Graphos prepare for Bargain Carousel. In the kitchen area, there was china, décor items, silverware and more.

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many ways you can go and shop, but there’s not many where you know every dollar you spend goes back to the community.”

Not only does the Bargain Carousel donate the money to local groups in need, the event also makes purchasing larger, CLOCKWISE FROM normally expensive items possible for those TOP LEFT: Junior who couldn’t afford them otherwise.

League of Birmingham “It’s exciting when you find someone “Little Leaguers” sell ice cream during Bargain who’s been waiting and saving up for the Carousel. Shoppers perfect appliance or furniture item,” Scott could bid on items in says. “One man I met had just purchased his the silent auction. The children’s toys section first home, and he was able to come and get was especially popular. all of his kitchen appliances for $89. He told Thousands came for the great sales and to support me it would have taken years to do that if not for the sale.” a good cause.

Another thing Scott says she enjoyed was having all of the children at the event. “I love seeing the kids who come and get their first bikes or a big-ticket toy they’ve wanted for a long time but couldn’t have. I know we had a lot of kids there because we sold an amazing amount of ice cream,” she says with a laugh.

While the 2015 Bargain events just ended, the JLB members are already planning ahead for next year. They haven’t figured out the location yet, but Scott says they would love to have it in Hoover again if possible.

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In the Gallery

Meet the Artist Reception: Thursday, June 11, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

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

The paintings of artist Bethanne Hill will be displayed in the gallery in June and July. Her works portray stories of the rural South, and her unique aboriginal style invites viewers to pay close attention to details.

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

Members Only Guided Bird Walk

Alabama Garden Trail

Aldridge Gardens is one of seven spectacular gardens in the new Alabama Garden Trail featured by the Alabama Tourism Department. Explore the Garden Trail and enjoy natural wonder and beauty from Huntsville in North Alabama to Birmingham to historic Mobile on the Gulf Coast. Each of the gardens, carefully planned and tended by volunteer and professional staff, celebrates the richness and beauty of the state in its own unique way. Because of the range of climate and soil conditions, visitors to the gardens will experience a variety of garden foliage and settings.

Aldridge Gardens is noted for its hydrangeas and for an environment that offers sanctuary to wildlife, including numerous bird species. Aldridge Gardens’ peaceful refuge is only moments from Hoover’s busy highways and shopping areas. For more information visit alabama.travel/garden-trail.

Aldridge Gardens offers unique indoor and outdoor venues for weddings, parties, social and corporate events in one of the most beautiful spots in the Birmingham area. Let us help make your event memorable. For more information, contact abaker@aldridgegardens.com or call 205.682.8019 ext. 103.

Saturday, June 20, 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Join Dr. Richard and Patricia Ryel for a walk on our grounds to view the many species of birds in the Gardens. Meet at the Entrance Plaza, and bring your binoculars.

This monthly event is free, but space is limited to 15 participants.

Pre-register at aldridgegardens. com.

A Reminder: Gentle Yoga Classes

Gentle Yoga classes with Star Rosser will continue on Wednesday mornings through June (no class June 3) at Aldridge Gardens.

Classes are drop-in, weather permitting. $15 per class.

Contact Information: starletrosser@yahoo.com 205.821.291

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Art In the Gardens

Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. $5 per person entry fee supports the arts at Aldridge Gardens. Visitors younger than 16 get in free. Off-site parking and shuttles are available at the Bed Bath & Beyond/HH Gregg lot on Lorna Rd. Enjoy a day in the Gardens and see the works of gifted Alabama artisans. Shop for unique items, including paintings, jewelry, mixed media, woodworking and much more.

Hydrangeas Under the Stars

Don’t forget Hydrangeas Under the Stars, Aldridge Gardens’ premier fundraiser, on Saturday, June 6 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

We extend special thanks to sponsors International Expeditions, Councilman Gene Smith and Pam Smith and to our auctioneer Ken Jackson. It is an evening not to be missed! For information, visit aldridgegardens.com.

ALDRIDGE GARDENS Aldridge Gardens Sustaining Sponsors for 2015: Eddie and Kay Aldridge Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Energen Corporation International Expeditions Ken Jackson Ed and Barbara Randle Renasant Bank

Councilman Gene Smith and Pam Smith Visit Aldridgegardens. com for complete information about our different levels of giving and the benefits of each level.

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recreation

The 2015 Hot Rod Power Tour will stop in seven cities, including Hoover.

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ULTIMATE ROAD TRIP Hot Rod Power Tour will bring thousands of cars to Hoover WRITTEN BY LAUREN DOWDLE PHOTOS BY HOT ROD MAGAZINE

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uckle up: The largest always been this large.

“It started 21 years ago when road trip in the our editors wanted to take a world is making a road trip with fun muscle cars,” stop in Hoover this Dahlin says. “They didn’t plan it summer. as a big public thing.”

The seven-day, seven-city But some people got wind of Hot Rod Power Tour will the ride, and they ended up with travel nearly 1,500 miles from Madison, Wis., to Baton Rouge, about 70 drivers the first year.

“By the next year, we realized La., June 6 to 12. It will make a stop at the Hoover Metropolitan there were a lot of our readers and car fans around the nation Stadium June 10 from 12 to 7 that would love to be included p.m., rain or shine. in a trip like this,” Dahlin says.

“Hoover is a great car town,” “We’ve grown each year, and says Jeff Dahlin, publisher of now we’re the world’s largest Hot Rod magazine. “We were there in 2013, and it’s still one of traveling car show. It’s a title we’re proud of. You’d be hardthe best stops we’ve had in the tour. We met a lot of people with pressed to find something like this anywhere else in the world.” incredible vehicles. Hoover just fits the bill on every point.”

The tour starts in the city it ended in the year before, so this They’re expecting 110,000 year it will begin in Madison, spectators in all and 5,000 to Wis. Car enthusiasts who travel 6,000 cars at each stop. But, Hot Rod magazine’s event hasn’t the full tour route are given the June 2015 | Hoover’s Magazine •

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title “Long Haulers,” and they’re expecting as many as 2,000 of those. This exclusive group is honored with special parking passes, goodie bags and a Long Hauler award.

“Those who go all 1,500 miles are a really special breed,” Dahlin says.

Any type of hot rod is welcome, including classic and modern performance cars and trucks. There will be all makes and models of hot rods, street rods, custom trucks and muscle cars.

“We love seeing homebuilt creations,” he says. “It’s really a chance for us to meet the people we produce Hot Rod magazine for — it gives us inspiration all year.”

An event sponsor, Chevrolet will also CLOCKWISE FROM TOP bring a combination of concept and LEFT: Drivers can test classic cars they’ve reworked with modern their skills in the Autocross course. There will be 5,000 technology. to 6,000 cars at each stop.

Chevrolet will also be on hand to help There will be classic and anyone whose hot rod breaks down on the modern performance trucks and cars. Attendees way to the event. They’ll have their “Motor Medic” Silverado support vehicle, driving up get an up-close look at a wide variety of hot rods. and down the road near the Met looking for The Hot Rod Power Tour cars and drivers in need of assistance. last came to the Hoover But, there will be more than just cars at Met in 2013.

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the Hoover stop. The family-friendly event will have about 80 vendors and sponsors of the tour with giveaways, food, car parts and more. At the main stage, there will be musical entertainment and games.

There will also be celebrities like Ms. Hot Rod Kristian Mill at the event signing posters, and the Hot Rod staff will also be there. In the past, stars like Richard Petty have made appearances.

“People can come out and meet some of their heroes in the automotive world,” Dahlin says.

Participants can drive their cars through the Autocross course to see how they compare to others. Drivers can also test their cars’ horsepower in the Dyno Challenge.

“We’ll have a mobile system set up where they can bring their cars and see what kind of power they make with their engines,” he says.

In 2013, the Hot Rod Power Tour set a Guinness World Record with the most cars doing a burnout at one time, but it’s since been broken. They’re hoping to take back that title this year.

Dahlin says his favorite part about the tour is seeing the spectacle of it all. “A lot of us have been to car shows before, and it can start seeming the same,” he explains. “But when you’re on the Power Tour, it’s different.

There’s nothing on this scale anyone’s ever seen before.”

Participants can register for one stop or the entire event at Hotrod.com. Preregistration is $99 for multi-day and $45 for single-day participants. On-site registration is $125 for multi-day and $55 for a singleday entry. 

TOUR DATES June 6: Madison, Wis. June 7: Champaign, Ill. June 8: Madison, Ill. June 9: Memphis, Tenn. June 10: Hoover, Ala. June 11: Gulfport, Miss. June 12: Baton Rouge, La. * The Long Haulers ceremony will be June 13 in Baton Rouge.

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fashion

SEW PRECIOUS

Children’s boutique opens new Hoover store location WRITTEN BY HEATHER JONES SKAGGS PHOTOS BY DAVID MCELROY

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Customers can find everything from everyday outfits to dressy ones for church.

Alice Sanborn, store manager, has worked with Sew Precious for eight years. Sew Precious carries various smocked outfits, including ones with rabbits, cupcakes and alligators. Customers can also find good gift items like dolls. They sell clothes for boys and girls in sizes zero to 16. Sew Precious’s pillows would work well in nurseries or in family rooms. They have adorable designs.

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hether someone’s looking for an animal smocked dress or a colorful child’s outfit, Sew Precious is sure to have the perfect clothes and accessories.

Amy Calvin, the store’s owner, first opened the children’s apparel shop in Patton Creek in November 2007. She later added a store in Chelsea, and recently, she opened their third and newest location in The Village at Lee Branch off of U.S. 280.

The store was always in the plans for Calvin, so when the location became available, she jumped at the opportunity. After a little construction, Sew Precious opened its doors to excited custumers in March.

Like the other store locations, this one also carries their full line of children’s clothing from sizes zero to 16 for girls and boys. They also

have a wide range of accessories, says Alice Sanborn, store manager. The addition of more jewelry lines like Great Pretenders allows girls to accessorize with fun pastel or crystal necklaces and matching bracelets.

“We have everything from $3.50 hair bows to $200 diaper bags and will start to carry more gift items, as well,” Sanborn says.

Along with the wide selection at the new boutique, visitors can also expect the same personal touch and customer care that Sew Precious has built its reputation around.

Sanborn, who has been with the company for eight years, always takes time with customers to help them find that perfect outfit or gift.

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The new 280 store is Sew Precious’s third location.

BELOW: Sew Precious has clothes for girls and boys.

“It is a one-stop shop for

children’s clothes.”

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she says. Another favorite of hers is Auraluz, a line of gowns and dresses for babies.

Sew Precious is especially popular with expecting and new moms, so to help them, Sanborn recommends items they may not have.

“Normally when the baby is first born, the new moms have a lot of gifts mainly consisting of baby gowns and clothes,” Sanborn says. “Then around the third month, they come in saying, ‘I have nothing to fit any more.’

Babies grow fast, so I help find nice onesies and rompers and then move them to three-month and up church clothes. It is a good transition.”

Krystle Hall, a mother of two, calls Sew Precious her “one-stop shop” and comes in often.

“They have a good variety from smocks to ruffles — a lot of sweet designs mixed with the fun and functional,” Hall says. “You can get your bib and blanket to go with your outfit and coordinate with everything. I do not have to go to several different stores to make an outfit. It is all right here.”

It is this variety of clothing options and personal customer care at Sew Precious that have made it a favorite in Hoover.

“We make friends with our customers,” Sanborn says.

“They become like family, and we love to see photos of the kids. We have customers that moved to Atlanta who we still sell to by mail.”

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Party like it’s

1965

Berry High School graduates celebrate 50th reunion WRITTEN BY AMY JONES PHOTOS BY DAVID MCELROY

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he first graduating class from Hoover’s first high school, Berry High School, will soon hold its 50-year reunion. Members of the Class of 1965 may be approaching their seventh decade of life, but they still know how to party.

“Some of these people are talking like this may be our last big hurrah, the last big chance we have to get together. Most of us are 68 or 69 years old,” says Jane Graham, a member of the 1965 class. “But the rest of us are looking at it like we’re very fortunate to be here. We’ll have fun. We’ve got close friendships. We still like to go out, party, play and be together. The guys are still into cars, and the girls are still into clothes.”

Graham, who is also part of the planning committee for the reunion, says the reunion will be June 26-27 with several events planned. On Friday, June 26, class members and guests will get together at the Hoover Courtyard Marriott pool area to eat, drink LEFT: The 1965 classmates invite other and be merry. classmates, teachers and Then, they’ll have a graduates’ luncheon their families to come to on Saturday, June 27, at Margarita Grill in the reunion in June.

Pelham on Alabama 119. The weekend will culminate with a dinner and dance at the Riverchase Country Club that evening.

Members of the 1966 graduating class are also invited to attend. The classes of 1965, 1966 and 1967 all held a joint reunion in 2006, which was “absolutely one of the best high school reunions anyone ever had,” Graham says.

“People in other towns still ask us about it because the word got out,” Graham says of the 2006 reunion, held at B&A Warehouse in Birmingham. “We were always really close. In fact, sometimes we don’t realize who was in what class. The atmosphere was amazing, and everybody had such a great time.”

Graham says there were around 280 students in the class of 1965, and committee members hope to see at least 60 to 75 of those, along with family or loved ones.

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wanted their grandchildren to meet their friends and people they’d talked about over the years.”

Graham says she’s most excited about seeing people she hasn’t seen in decades.

“I’m looking forward to seeing people who haven’t been able to make it to any reunions until now. Everybody’s excited about getting together,” she says. “When you get to about the 20-year anniversary, you just get past all of the cliques. The best-looking guys have beer bellies and no hair, and the best-looking girls have wrinkles. The quiet one is the most gorgeous girl in the whole class. That’s always how it works out. Everybody just wants to see each other and give each other hugs and catch up.”

She said she — and most other class members — didn’t really appreciate being part of the first graduating class until long after graduation.

“We probably thought of it as a disadvantage when it was going on because our parents had to do so much as far as getting together and raising money for the school, the stadium and the concession stands. The library had to have so many books, and we had to get accreditation for the school,” she says. “But afterward, the more you look at it, it’s a different kind of bond than for most high school classes.

We’re much closer. I feel like I could pick up the phone and call one of these guys, and they would be there in a second.”

The original Berry High School building is now Crossroads School, the alternative school for Hoover City Schools. But during its April meeting, the Hoover City Council passed a resolution to purchase the old Berry High property. The city is considering turning the campus into an athletics complex for different sports.

Something that won’t change with the school, though, is the large-scale tile mosaic mural.

Graham says the class of 1965 is working to honor Berry High’s history by hopefully having the mural on one of the school’s buildings named a historical landmark by the Hoover Historical Society.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: The first graduating class from Berry High School will celebrate its 50th reunion this summer. The group reminisces while looking through old yearbooks. The old Berry High School is now Crossroads School.

the atomic symbol, a laurel crown, a quill and scroll, a triangle and paints and palette to represent five areas of education: arts, humanities, athletics, mathematics and sciences. Graham says the mural is important to Berry High graduates, especially her class.

“When we first saw (the mural), we appreciated it, but not like we do now,” she says. “We would like to preserve it. It is part of Hoover’s history.”

She said class representatives hope to approach the Hoover Historical Society in June about declaring the mural a historical site. The project is just one way the class members are hoping to impact Hoover, she says.

“Not only are we trying to party, we’re trying to give back to the community,” Graham adds.

For more information about the reunion, contact Graham at 668-2930. She also says committee members are always looking to get in touch with teachers from Berry High School. If you are a former Berry teacher or have contact information for one, contact Graham at the above phone number. 

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COMMUNITY OF

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Sarah and Will Mason both have musical backgrounds and wanted to share their passion with the community.

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f you’ve ever wanted to learn how to play the guitar or piano, or your child is interested in picking out melodies on a banjo or mandolin, there’s now a spot in Hoover that can accommodate those dreams.

Will and Sarah Mason, who already have Mason Music studio locations open in Cahaba Heights and Mountain Brook, opened their third location in Bluff Park in March.

Mason Music locations offer voice and instrument lessons, including piano, guitar, drums, violin, mandolin, banjo, ukulele and bass guitar. The studios also offer group lessons, which serve to create a community of music — something Will says is important to the Mason Music mission.

“Music is an integral part of our culture and history, and increasingly, it is not being taught in schools. Music allows the artist and the audience to connect in a way that is both personal and universal,” Will says. “It is a great unifier of people from different backgrounds, and in this day and age, we need that more than ever.”

Mason Music truly began when Will and

Sarah met in 2006 in Birmingham. Will was home from touring as the guitarist for rock band Moses Mayfield, and Sarah was visiting Birmingham. The two immediately connected and began to write and perform music together. They married in 2007 and settled in Birmingham.

While Sarah was looking for a job in music, she began teaching piano lessons. That parttime job increasingly took more of her time, and she began referring students interested in guitar to Will. Their teaching schedules quickly filled up, so they decided to recruit additional teachers to work with them. Then in 2012, they opened their first Mason Music studio in Cahaba Heights.

Will says he and Sarah chose to take “a leap of faith” and open a studio to further their mission for a community of music.

“We had a vision for our business building more of a sense of community. Before that point, we had several other teachers working for us driving to people’s homes to teach. Other than recitals, our students did not interact with each other, and neither did our teachers,” he says. “Music is such a social thing. We felt like

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Will says they chose Bluff Park for their newest location because the community fit their mission.

“It is such a unique, tight-knit community with a lot of character and young families,” he says. “Plus, there are no music stores in the neighborhood, so we felt like we would be serving a need in the area.”

In Mason Music’s group programs, students are able to meet like-minded participants and learn to play as part of a group. The biggest group program is there was something missing.” called Rock Band League, where students are So, they opened the Cahaba Heights placed in bands based on the instruments they location and immediately had a central hub for play, ages, skill levels and preferred musical lessons — both individual and group — classes, tastes. Those bands practice weekly and book clinics and music camps. several gigs throughout the season, Will says.

LEFT: Customers can The Mountain Brook location serves the “We have had our students play at Iron record their own songs same purpose, as does the Bluff Park location.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: They have locations in Cahaba Heights, Mountain Brook and now Bluff Park. In addition to lessons, Mason Music also offers instrument parts. Soon after meeting, the couple began to write and perform music together.

They teach three key elements during their guitar lessons: songs, techniques and music theory.

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Mason Music also offers camps for all ages, from preschool up to high school. There is also a preschool music program, Munchkin Music, with a drop-off class for ages 3-5 and a Mommy and Me class for ages 2 and younger.

However, don’t think you have to be a teenager or younger to benefit from music lessons. Right now, there are a couple of piano students who are in their 70s or 80s, Will says.

“We love working with this generation because they are truly there because they really want to be, and they have so much to offer in terms of storytelling and relationships,” he says.

Will says he believes the success of Mason Music is due to students and teachers simply enjoying themselves.

“We have found a way to make learning music fun. Honestly, the thing that baffles me is how someone can make learning music not fun, but that’s the case with a lot of teachers,” Will says. “If a student doesn’t want to learn,

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you can’t make them, but if you help them see how much fun playing music can be, that can be a game changer for their progress and results.”

In the end, Will and Sarah are just passing along their passion for music.

“Music is such an important and meaningful skill and art form because it empowers people by giving them a skill they can master, and it creates an outlet for expression and storytelling that is such a big part of our culture,” Will says.

“For us personally, we have been playing music for 25 years each, and it has led to some pretty incredible experiences that we would not have had without it.”

Aside from music lessons, Mason Music also has a retail side, which offers music instruments and accessories, such as guitar strings, amplifiers, drumsticks, stands and more.

The Bluff Park studio is located at 761 Shades Mountain Plaza. For more information, visit Masonmusicstudios.com. 

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CELEBRATE Good Times St. Vincent’s One Nineteen marks 10th anniversary and expansion with free block party

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e’re celebrating our 10th anniversary and expansion project with our largest free Block Party and Health Festival yet on June 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. at St. Vincent’s One Nineteen. Like every year, everyone is invited.

But this year’s event is like no other.

The popular band Act of Congress, which has performed for Disney, NPR and as cultural ambassadors for the U.S. State Department, will present a live concert at our free community event. In addition to our ever-popular Block Party activities that draw area residents annually — food vendors, free health screenings, fitness demonstrations and kids’ activities — this year’s 10-year birthday bash will include fun for all ages.

My favorite might be the 70-foot inflatable obstacle course, though I won’t know for sure until I try the rock climbing wall and tethered hot air balloon ride.

Your St. Vincent’s One Nineteen associates have been planning this Block Party for months. They want it to be a celebration like no other. I think that’s an appropriate goal, since 2015 not only marks our 10th birthday, but also introduces an expansion of the likeno-other services we committed to offer our community when we opened in 2005.

This event offers us a chance to not only have a lot of fun with area residents, but also celebrate the community we serve.

Our June 13 gathering also gives you a chance to learn more about the full range of wellness services we offer, from spa to fitness, nutrition to physical therapy, seminars to physician offices and camps to diagnostics. You can also learn about things that are coming later this year, including our ambulatory surgery, an urgent care center and even more medical offices. That additional office space allows us to extend our specialty offerings to best fit the needs of area residents.

Come celebrate our 10th anniversary and expansion on Saturday, June 13. If you can’t come then, drop by to browse the spa gift shop, ask about yearround children’s activities or enroll in our fitness program. You’ll soon see how St. Vincent’s One Nineteen’s commitment to health care is like no other.

For more details on the Block Party or other events and services, visit Onenineteen. com or call 408-6600. St. Vincent’s One Nineteen’s is just off U.S. Highway 280 at 7191 Cahaba Valley Road (Alabama Highway 119).  Stephanie Holderby is the Executive Director of St. Vincent’s One Nineteen.

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HHS musician selected for jazz group Hoover High School junior Tyler Greengard will join a select group of 42 students from across the globe this summer to study and perform with the worldrenowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and legendary musician Wynton Tyler Greengard Marsalis.

Greengard, on the tenor saxophone, was selected to the group of “the most advanced and dedicated high school jazz musicians from around the world” by an online audition submission to join the class of the inaugural Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Summer Jazz Academy in Castleton, Va., July 19 to Aug. 3.

The two-week institute will serve as a rigorous training program to focus intensively on the students’ artistic development and commitment to become the next generation of great jazz musicians. Students will perform in big bands and small combos, receive private lessons and take classes in aesthetics, culture, history, performance practice and pedagogy.

In addition to the educational components, the summer program will include several public performances featuring the student ensembles. There will also be performances featuring the students with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Marsalis.

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Bumpus nominates top students R.F. Bumpus Middle School science teacher Stan Doran nominated students for the National Youth Leadership Program: Ronald Yuan, Vijay Krishnamoorthy, Emma Langley, Ryan Kamm and Ravikiran Nataraj.

This program is a stringent program designed to challenge students in the fields of math and science. Students must possess an extremely high grade point average, show leadership skills in the school

setting and perform community service hours to be nominated.

The students were accepted into the program. If they choose to participate, they will have their choice of studying critical thinking skills in math and science in the following cities: Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, Houston, Boston, Miami or Atlanta. Langley, one of the students nominated, will be attending the program at Emory University in Atlanta this summer.

Students help soldiers, receive surprise In November, students from Deer Valley Elementary wrote letters and sent care packages to servicemen and women who are deployed overseas.

Students in Karen Darroch and Kim Hinds class sent two large boxes full of items to a relative of one of their classmates who is currently

serving in the Navy.

Recently, the students were presented with a flag that was flown over Iraq and Syria and a certificate signed by the pilot and EWO. The students were honored to receive the items and were glad to have the opportunity to serve the armed forces.

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Girls golf strong in Hoover schools Three Hoover middle school girls golf teams competed in their fourth annual Birdie Bash Tournament at Robert Trent Jones on March 23-24.

The girls competed in a traditional play format on the first day. Berry Middle School came in first, R.F. Bumpus Middle School in second and Simmons Middle School in

third place.

Caroline McCabe of Berry shot the low round of 35 on the par-3 course. Day 2 was a mixed team scramble format where the girls played together on teams with girls from the other schools. The winning team on the second day was comprised of Jaxi Arterburn (Berry), Emily

Baker (Bumpus) and Meg Wilkinson (Berry). These girls teamed up to shoot a score of one over par.

“Girls golf is strong across Hoover City Schools,” says Lincoln Clark, Berry Middle School girl’s golf head coach. “We have tremendous athletes and great school, community and parental support.”

Greystone Elementary encourages young writers An Iditarod competitor, folk storyteller, drum circle facilitator and illustrator were just a few of the diverse writers Greystone Elementary School students met during Young Authors Week April 20-23.

An eight-year tradition at the school, Young Authors Week aims to broaden students’ understanding of where writing can lead by introducing them to a variety of professional writers and authors.

“We’re just trying to get the kids interested in all kinds of writing,” says Julie Richey, Greystone Elementary School Library media specialist.

Students got to draw along with children’s illustrator, Michael P. White. White illustrated “The Library Dragon,” a book Richey says she reads to all of her students.

Shelley Gill also visited the school.

She’s not only an Iditarod competitor and resident of Alaska, Gill has authored more than 25 best-selling books.

Students also explored how music and writing mix with storyteller and drum circle facilitator,

David Holland.

Throughout the week, students were recognized as authors in the school’s Young Authors Showcase.

The students’ writing projects, from poetry to digital work, were displayed throughout the school, and visitors were invited to browse the creations.

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Eileen Lewis’s favorite spot in the house is the sunroom.

t’s all about enjoying nature’s beauty for Eileen and Mickey Lewis. From the sunroom to screened-in porch, the couple can relax and view their stunning outdoor garden all year long.

Eileen and Mickey Lewis moved to Monte D’Oro, a historic Hoover neighborhood, in 1992. Like with the other 160 homes in Monte D’Oro, Cordray Parker — a wellknown sculptor and architect — designed the Lewis home.

“We loved the space, storage and landscaping of the house,” Eileen says.

The couple, advocates for older established neighborhoods, says the matured atmosphere of the neighborhood with its large trees lining the streets and close proximity to Georgetown Lake was also a major draw.

Since moving into the home, which was built in 1972, Eileen and Mickey have made some notable renovations, like adding a sunroom and second-floor screened porch.

Eileen’s favorite space to spend her free time is the sunroom. “I love having our garden and nature all around us,” she says. “Mickey loves the screened porch upstairs off of our master bedroom. It has been his retreat during the past three seasons.”

When adding Eileen’s sunroom, the couple had a few thoughts on how they wanted it to look. “We had a good idea of what we wanted out here,” she says. “It is a spacious, yet intimate, room.”

They designed the layout with help from their contractor’s wife.

With stately columns and tall windows on all sides, the room is flooded with natural light.

“I enjoy sitting here too, but my oasis is the screened porch upstairs” Mickey says.

“It was a trade off. If Eileen got her sunroom, then I got my screened-in porch.”

Mickey, an avid gardener, spends his mornings working in their picturesque outdoor space.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: They enjoy dining with friends and family. On one of their trips, Eileen found china that matched the hand-painted tiles in the kitchen. The home has an open feel with natural lighting. They decorated their rooms with finds from their trips. Eileen and Mickey Lewis created a luscious, colorful outdoor retreat. Eileen displays her collection of Flow Blue china throughout the dining room.

up there and relaxing,” he says.

The garden itself, a mix between Monet’s garden and an English tea garden, acts as a theater of the ever-changing seasons with the sunroom and second-floor screened porch providing front-row seating.

“Mickey gets to look out over his handiwork in the garden and watch the birds, especially hummingbirds, and in the winter the nesting bluebirds,” Eileen says.

“I like the smallness of my sunroom: It is so peaceful here. I come down every morning and have coffee and catch up on my email or read.”

The gardens are accented with fountains, birdhouses, a bluestone patio and numerous trees and plants such as Japanese maple trees and boxwood.

“My favorites are camellias, hydrangeas and the collection of ferns and hostas,” Eileen says. “We use different colors and textures of evergreen for structure and use pots for color.”

From the sunroom, you can step right into the kitchen where the couple still makes use of their 45-year-old ovens. “They are one of the older things in the house and will be replaced one day,” Eileen says with a laugh.

The eye-catching tile work around the kitchen is accented with a hand-painted backsplash by artist Joy Godsey. “I kept the backsplash because of its uniqueness,” Eileen explains. “Joy did a lot of paintings like this in residential developments. What she painted here matched a china pattern.

I found the china to match on a trip to Gatlinburg — stumbled across it really.”

The couple likes to travel and incorporate mementos from their trips along the walls in the kitchen, among other rooms.

“I like menus from places we have traveled and dined,” Eileen says, gesturing to a set on the wall. “I started framing and displaying the menus of some of our favorite places. I am almost out of room.” Some favorite trips include England, Scotland and Wales.

In the den, just off of the kitchen, is the main living area. “I am really traditional in my style with furniture, but we also add in things that we just really like,” Eileen says.

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hang from the beams in the den.

“I pick up the brasses on my trips.

They are popular in pubs and clubs, and some represent riding stables or hunt clubs,” Mickey explains.

Amidst the brasses and painting in the den is also a sculpture the couple brought home from Zimbabwe.

For the home’s formal entrance, they used a 100-yearold door salvaged from Mickey’s grandmother’s home in Avondale.

The door still has a working, oldfashioned crank doorbell.

Venturing upstairs through the master bedroom, guestrooms and a reading room, there are many treasures obtained from travels mixed in with family heirlooms.

One guestroom is given a homey and warm feel with a hand stitched quilt made from souvenir T-shirts collected during the years.

Another guestroom is filled with family remembrances: Mickey’s grandfather’s wedding collar and his great-grandmother’s vases sit alongside a painting of Monet’s garden collected on their trip to France.

The couple says they love their home and community. “Our neighbors are caring, supportive, social and fun,” says Eileen, who is involved in the Monte D’Oro Neighborhood Association. “Monte D’Oro is a small neighborhood where everybody knows everybody.”  June 2015 | Hoover’s Magazine •

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m I seeing things, or did I just flip the calendar and see it’s June? How did that happen? Weren’t we just packing up Christmas decorations?

Ready or not, summer is right around the corner, which means beaches, lakes, the pool,

family reunions and relaxing. Just sing to yourself: “Summertime and the livin’ is easy.”

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Trust Sunbrella fabrics, and truly enjoy your home, free of worry. Love where you live. 

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oover citizens’ overall commitment to healthy living, wellness and green values has caught the eyes of many across the nation — including a supermarket chain that espouses those same values.

Sprouts Farmers Market, which recently opened a location on U.S. 280, opened the doors of a Hoover location April 15 in the new Crossings shopping center near the intersection of John Hawkins Parkway and LEFT: Sprouts’ saying is, “It’s healthy living for less.” Interstate 459 (across from The Grove).

Hundreds waited at the door for the store to open, receiving special coupons and discounts for being some of the first to shop there.

Donna Egan, a spokesperson for Sprouts, says the chain chose to open a store in Hoover because of the city’s proximity to Birmingham and because Sprouts fits well in the community. Sprouts is known for offering fresh and organic fare.

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and green values,” Egan says. “We really like the Birmingham market. We were looking at (Hoover) as an area of Birmingham.”

Sprouts currently only has three locations in the state of Alabama. One is in Huntsville, and the other two are less than 20 miles apart in the Birmingham metro area. However, Egan says the company isn’t worried about the two locations competing with each other.

“Based on our success in other locations, we’ve learned we can put stores relatively close together and they all do well,” she explains.

Egan says the Hoover location is approximately 28,000 square feet, a typical size for a Sprouts. That location is slightly larger than the U.S. 280 location.

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success” of the U.S. 280 location since its opening, and officials are seeing the same excitement for the Hoover location, Egan says.

“We have a Facebook page dedicated to the Hoover location specifically, and we’re getting a lot of positive feedback on that. We’re really excited about the enthusiasm,” she says.

The Hoover store has a variety of local produce and offerings, such as honey and some body care products

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from the 1940s on.

“We try to recreate the farmers market feel inside the stores,” she says. “We really try to hearken back to that old-time farmers market feeling.”

Although Hoover customers have seemingly endless choices when it comes to grocery shopping, Egan says Sprouts is different than other supermarkets because it’s “healthy living for less.”

“We like to think of Sprouts as a place people can get fresh, natural and organic foods without breaking the bank,” she says.

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but officials “are certainly looking closely at the market.”

The company hasn’t announced plans beyond 2015. However, the Southeast is an area of focus for Sprouts, with locations recently opening in Georgia and coming later this year in Tennessee.

Wherever Sprouts opens, those locations are available to help customers who are interested in living well and eating well, she says.

“We believe healthy living is a journey, and every meal is a choice,” she says.

The first Sprouts location opened in the Phoenix area in 2002, and the chain now operates more than 200 stores across the United States.

For more information on Sprouts, visit Sprouts.com. The Hoover store is located at 5250 Medford Drive. 

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Secretary Collier initially joined Governor Bentley’s cabinet in January 2011, as Director of the Department of Homeland Security and as Secretary, he assumed the responsibility of the state’s homeland security mission.

Secretary Collier has been instrumental in reshaping Alabama law enforcement and homeland security operations while overseeing the largest realignment of state law enforcement in Alabama history. He served as Governor Bentley’s Senior Law Enforcement Advisor and chairs the Fusion Center Executive Committee, Alabama Homeland Security Task Force, and First Responders Wireless Commission. Collier is a member of the Alabama GIS Executive Council and the Governor’s representative for

Hurricane Katrina Public Safety Broadband in which 30 people for First Net. In addition, were saved from rising he is a member of the floodwaters.

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Secretary Collier worked A former member in the private sector as of the Alabama House a legal investigator for of Representatives, the prominent law firm Secretary Collier was Cunningham Bounds, elected to represent Spencer Collier, District 105 in Mobile LLC. He also worked as Secretary of Law Enforcement County in 2002 and was an independent consultant subsequently re-elected for economic development to two terms. While in the legislature, efforts and for legal investigations and he was a member of the Criminal research.

Justice Committee of the American Secretary Collier is a graduate of Legislative Exchange Council, the Naval Postgraduate School’s Center Public Safety and Homeland Security, for Homeland Defense and Security and Judiciary Committees.

Executive Leaders Program. He is A seasoned law enforcement also a Magna Cum Laude graduate officer, Secretary Collier began his of Troy University with a Bachelor of law enforcement career as a police Science Degree in Criminal Justice officer at the City of Prichard and then and Political Science, the Alabama became an Alabama State Trooper Criminal Justice Training Center serving in the Highway Patrol and Trooper Academy, and the Southwest Administrative Divisions of the Alabama Police Academy.

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Documentaries at Hoover Library The Hoover Library offers so much more than just books. For instance, did you know the library has a 250 seat theatre that houses a 20 x 16 ft. movie screen?

One of our most popular programs is called Monday at the Bryce Thornton, Movies, which takes Hoover Public Library Business Department place on the fourth Monday of every

BY THE month. Recently, we’ve added a series NUMBERS of documentary screenings on the The second Monday of the Hoover Library has a month at 2 and 6:30 250 seat theatre. pm.

“Our documentaries are one of the most The theatre houses popular collections a 20-16 foot movie in the library, so screen. we thought this would be the perfect complement to our Monday at the Movies night, which is already well established,” said Jason Brown, Nonfiction Librarian.

For Adult Summer Reading, we will be featuring the docu-series Superheroes: A Never Ending Battle. Parts 1 and 2 will be shown on June 8 and part 3 on July 13, 2015.

This series will be followed on August 10 by a nature film about chimpanzees and The World’s Greatest Fair on September 14.

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Bryce Thornton is the Business Librarian at Hoover Library. You can reach him at 444-7816 or brycet@bham.lib.al.us and find him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bryce. thornton.142.

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

June 11, 2015 — Burke’s Outlet July 9, 2015 — Samaritan Counseling Center

November 12, 2015 — Benton Nissan of Hoover

August 13, 2015 — T. Fox Salon December 10, 2015 — Available September 10, 2015 — Riverchase Landing Apartment Homes January-December 2016 — Available

Luncheon Sponsorships Third Thursday of each month, 11:15 a.m.

Networking, Noon Luncheon June 18, 2015 — Medical West Hospital

October 15, 2015 — St. Vincent’s Health System

July 16, 2015 — Regions Bank

November 19, 2015 — Cadence Bank

August 20, 2015 — Charter Media September 17, 2015 — Jimmie December 17, 2015 — America’s Hale Mission First Federal Credit Union

Business After Hours Schedule Fourth Thursday of each month, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

May 28, 2015 — Outback Steakhouse

September 24, 2015 — Hoover Tactical Firearms

June 25, 2015 — Aldridge Gardens October 22, 2015 — Joe’s Crab Shack July 23, 2015 — The Oaks on Parkwood November-December 2015 — none held August 27, 2015 — Hyatt Place Inverness

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October 8, 2015 — Charter Media

A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held Tuesday, April 07, 2015 at Angels Hair World, at 3659 Lorna Road in the Lorna Brook Village Shopping Center. Shown cutting the ribbon is owner Darlene Erwin, as her son, Chad Sherron holds the bow. Her husband, Alan is behind Darlene, with her hair stylist Leeann Colbert behind him. Also shown with Darlene is her daughter-in-law Jill Jackson, holding grandbaby Caroline, with Darlene’s son Jeremy Jackson behind. They were joined by a great turnout of Hoover Area Chamber Ambassadors. Angels Hair World can be reached at (205) 490-6462 or darlene2759@gmail.com.

A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at the new Fried Green Tomato’s Restaurant at 1615 Montgomery Highway in Hoover. Shown cutting the ribbon is owner Jim Dolan, as Marketing Director Dani Lawson holds the bow. They were joined by their associates and several members and ambassadors of the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce, including Hoover City Councilman John Lyda, and former State Representative Paul DeMarco—both on the back row. Fried Green Tomato’s can be reached at 824-5000 or at info@eatfgt.com. They are located in the Hoover Commons Shopping Center with Burlington Coat Factory, behind the Chick-fil-A on Montgomery Highway.

A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held Thursday, February 12, 2015 at the new Chickfil-A Restaurant in Greystone, at the corner of U.S. Highway 280, and Highway 119 (Cahaba Valley Road). Shown cutting the ribbon is Owner/Operator Brent Fielder.

Also shown, from left, Clayton Dyson of Chick-fil-A Headquarters, Angela Fielder, wife of Brent and granddaughter of founder Truett Cathy, The Chick-fil-A cow, and Angela’s parents, Trudy Cathy White and her husband, John White. This new location can be reached at (205) 995-8333, or contact Brent at brent.fielder@cfafranchisee.com.

Jeff Brown, President of Brownstone Marketing Solutions, proudly displays the “Proud Member Banner” that he provided for the Hoover Chamber to display the logos of chamber members that participated in this program. The logos of Presidents Circle Members are displayed alphabetically in the top portion, while other participating member logos are displayed alphabetically in the lower portion. Jeff provided this high quality banner at no charge to the chamber. This banner will be on display at most scheduled Hoover Chamber functions for one full year. For information on similar banners, contact Jeff at Brownstone Marketing Solutions at (205) 789-3600 or jbrown@bmsllc.biz, or visit his website at www.bmsllc.biz.

Inaugural Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce Job Fair!

The Hoover Chamber will be holding the first Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce Job Fair and Business Expo at the Hyatt RegencyBirmingham - The Wynfrey Hotel on Friday, June 19, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Booth space for the Job Fair is available to current members of the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce for only $200.00, or $300.00 for

non-members. Non-members may join the Hoover Chamber at regular rates, and save the extra $100.00. A Business Expo and Health Screening will be held in the upstairs lobby of the hotel, while the Job Fair will be held in the banquet hall. Business Expo space is available for $350.00 for chamber members, and $500.00 for non-members.

Each booth will be 8 x 10 feet, with

an 8-foot table, two chairs, a sign, and will include two lunches provided

by Newkís Eatery. There will be approximately 65 booths available for the Job Fair, and ten booths available for the Business Expo. For information on this event, please call Verona Petite at the chamber office at (205) 988-5672 or email her at Verona@hooverchamber.org. www. hooverchamber.org.

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Thank You, Board of Trustees

Dr Jack Schaeffer Schaeffer Eye Centers www.schaeffereyecenter.com

Dr. Lawrence Lemak Lemak Sports Medicine www.lemaksports.com

Gregg Maercker First Commercial Bank www.firstcommercialbank.com

The Presidents Circle of the Board of Trustees Jerry Cross, Chairman, Jefferson County EIDA* Terri Q. Williams, AT&T Alabama* Jason Cobb, America’s First Federal Credit Union* Lisa Worley, Anchor Insurance Agency* Dale Benton, Benton Nissan of Hoover John Lyda, Blue Cross and Blue Shield A.W. Bolt, Bolt Law Office* Ken Leatherwood, Bright House Networks Stephen Preston, Brookwood Medical Center Gary Wright, Cadence Bank Lori D. Moler, Children’s of Alabama* Gregg Maercker, First Commercial Bank David Bradley, Health 1 Consulting* Mark Garnett, HealthSpring of Alabama, Inc. Joel Smith, Hendrick Hoover Auto Mall Dominic Buompastore, Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel Henry King, King Acura Joe McGee, Legacy Community Federal Credit Union Leigh Ellen Brummerhoff, Marriott International, Inc. Dan Mikos, Mikos-Kampakis Insurance* Richard Head, RE/MAX Advantage* Chris Leech, Regions Financial Charlie Conklin, Sentry Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing Tim Prince, Hoover’s Magazine, Shelby County Reporter Kathleen Spencer, Spencer Consulting Group* Bill Stoeffhaas, Style Advertising* Dan Ellis, TASC* Khaled Sakalla, President, Virginia College *Designates a Past President of the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce

The Board of Trustees Mike Murphy, ABC 33/40 Television Pete Gagliano, ADT Security Systems Carol Adkins, Adkins OnTime Electric Steve Swofford, Alabama Credit Union Kelvin Johnson, Alabama Gas Corporation/Alagasco Timothy C. Lee, M.D., MPH, Alabama Heart & Vascular, P.C. Ashley Robinett, Alabama Power Company Jabo Waggoner, Alabama Senate, District Sixteen Linda Cencula, Avadian Credit Union Steve Nix, AlaTrust Credit Union Jimese Harkley, America’s First Federal Credit Union Felicia Fortune, American Family Care Randy Johansen, American Family Care Rihan Jamil, BB&T Bank Jared Miller, BBVA Compass Bank Robert P. (Rob) Fowler, Balch & Bingham LLP Deborah Stephens, Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. Ken Crow, Belk Patty Barron, P.E., Birmingham Water Works Leanne Messer, Brookdale Place University Park Robin Wilkins, Bryant Bank Bud Cason, Bud’s Best Cookies Ryan Blackenburg, C B & S Bank King Demontluzin, Chateau Vestavia Retirement Community Morris Jackson, Chick-Fil-A Mike Warren, Children’s of Alabama Bobby Haynes, Costco Wholesale Chris Schmidt, J.D., Daniel Corporation Earl Davis, David Likis Financial, LLC David Roberson, Drummond Company Ricky Brooks, Express Oil/Tire Engineers

Patricia Cunningham, Fortis Institute Cody Burns, FOX 6 WBRC Debbie Hultquist, Fresenius Medical Care Terry Turner, Esq., Gentle, Turner & Sexton Sandy King, Gold’s Gym Kenneth Smith, Golden Living Center Hal Humphrey, P.E., Gresham, Smith and Partners Wes Teague, Hargrove Engineers + Constructors Matthew Gettys, Hendrick Chevrolet Neil Thakor, Holiday Inn - Hoover Neal Harris, The Home DepotInverness Mark Hamilton, The Home DepotRiverchase Teressa Eades, Homewood SuitesRiverchase Natalia Hawthorne, Hoover Tactical Firearms Beverly Meadors, IberiaBank Richard Bishop, ITT Technical Institute Amy Strayer, Jason’s Deli Buddy Sutter, Jefferson Credit Union Tony Cooper, Jimmie Hale Mission P J Kimball, La Petite Callie Simmons, Lakeview Estates Assisted Living Dr. Lawrence Lemak, Lemak Sports Medicine Allen South, Little Pumpkins Daycare Dwight Burrell, Long-Lewis Ford Lincoln Keith Pennington, Medical West Bridget Baughan, McDonald’s David W. Cowan, DMD, North Shelby Dental Studio David Brown, Office Depot Jose’ Rivera-Crespo, Outback Steakhouse Jim Quick, P. F. Chang’s Restaurant Rick Smith, Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa Thomas A. Martin, Riverchase Galleria Andy Davis, St. Vincent’s Health System

Leanne Graham, Sam’s Club Dr. Jack Schaeffer, Schaeffer Eye Centers Huck McElveen, Servpro of Birmingham Sarah Turner, Signature Homes Khristi Doss Driver, Southern Company Shannon Trotter, State Farm Insurance Recruiting Clarence “Brother” Moss, Steak ‘N Shake Alain Gallet, Terracon Roberto Rodriguez, Trash Taxi Alice Johnson, Trinity Medical Center Chris Breeding, The University of Phoenix Mike Chandler, Walmart Neighborhood Market-Lorna Road Jamie Lipscomb, Walmart SuperCenter, Highway 150 Glenn Smith, Walmart SuperCenter, Highway 280 Charles Waldrep, Waldrep Stewart & Kendrick, LLC Alison Lindsay, WIAT-42 News Ronald Jackson, Williams Scotsman Kevin Roberts, Windstream Russell Pate, Zaxby’s

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.

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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Upcoming Events

May and June 2015 MAY May 26: 12:00 Noon—Minority Business Council Meeting Brown Bag Luncheon Meeting at Chamber Office. Visitors Welcome.

May 28: 5:30-7:00 p.m. Business after Hours at Outback Steakhouse, 1944 Hoover Court, Hoover 35226. Call 979-7585 or obs1256@outback.com for information. www.outback.com May 30: (Saturday) Sixth Annual Bob Sykes BBQ and Blue Festival, 12:00 Noon to 8:00 p.m. with various events throughout the day. DeBardeleben Park, 1623 2nd Avenue North, Bessemer, AL 35020. (205) 426-1400 or www. bobsykesblues.com for information. $15.00 advance tickets or $20.00 at the gate.

JUNE June 4: 8:30 a.m. Economic Development Forum Meeting at Chamber Office.

June 4: 5:30 p.m. Ribbon Cutting and VIP Friends and Family event at PGA Tour Superstore, 165-A Inverness Plaza, Hoover 35242. www.pgatoursuperstore.com - call Chamber office at 988-5672 for information.

June 11: 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. Coffee & Contacts at Burkeís Outlet, 5025 Highway 280 Suite 105 (Inverness at Valleydale & Highway 280), Hoover 35242. Contact Sonya Shepard at str30540@beallsinc.com or www. burkesoutlet.com for information.

June 17: 4:30 Ambassador Meeting at Chamber Office.

Visitors Welcome!

June 19: Inaugural Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce Job Fair, Hyatt Regency-The Wynfrey Hotel, 1000 Riverchase Galleria, Hoover 35244. 987-1600 or www. hyattregencywynfrey.com.

June 23: 12:00 Noon—Minority Business Council Meeting Brown Bag Luncheon Meeting at Chamber Office. Visitors Welcome.

June 25: 5:30-7:00 p.m. Business after Hours at Aldridge Gardens, 3530 Lorna Road, Hoover 35216. Contact Tynette Lynch at tlynch@aldridgegardens.com or www.aldridgegardens.com for information. 682-8019.

June 18: Hoover Chamber Luncheon at Hoover Country Club. 11:15 a.m.

Networking, Noon Luncheon. Please make reservations by Monday, June 15.

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 $22.00 without reservations. Lisa@ hooverchamber.org

Luncheon: continued from page 1 to be held at Hoover Country Club, 3140 Club Drive, Hoover, Alabama, 35226. Networking begins at 11:15 a.m., with the program starting at noon. Reservations can be made by calling 988-5672, or emailing admin@hooverchamber.

org The luncheon is $20.00, payable at the door, or $22.00 for any walkins without reservations, if space is available. Payment may be made by cash, check, or major credit card.

You may also make reservations online at www.hooverchamber.

org/lunch.html. Cancellations are accepted until the morning of the luncheon. Please notify the Chamber if you need to cancel, otherwise, those with guaranteed reservations who do not attend will be invoiced.

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Hoover Chamber Officers and Board of Directors

Joe Thomas, Capstone Financial Group, 2015 President

Patty Barron, Birmingham Water Works

Chris Schmidt, J.D., Daniel Corporation, First Vice President

Paul Dangel Hyatt Regency Wynfrey Hotel

Joel Smith, Hendrick Hoover Auto Mall, Second Vice President

Rihan Jamil, BB&T Bank

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

Kathleen Spencer, Spencer Consulting Group, Secretary

Reginald Jeter, Gregg Maercker, J.D. First Nationwide Commercial Mutual Insurance Bank

Jason Cobb, America’s First Federal Credit Union, Immediate Past President

Jerome Morgan, Jr., Oncort Services

Ira Levine, CCIM, Levine & Associates

Lori Schommer, City of Hoover, City Liaison

Terry Turner, Esq. Gentle, Turner & Sexton, Legal Counsel

Stephen Preston, Brookwood Medical Center

Terry Shea, Wrapsody

New Members — April 2015 Ambit Solutions Craig Reeves - 332-5916

Entrust Direct Tim Estes - 969-9825

ARCpoint Labs of Greystone Terry Pouncey, President - 968-1090

Greater Birmingham OLLI Red Mountain Theater Company Pamela Harvey, Coordinator- 345-6482 Drew Francis, Marketing Director

Bankers Life & Casualty Sherri Henderson, Agent - 616-4513

KTL Smith Group Kai Smith, President - 989-5857

Rock ‘N’ Roll Sushi Dalton Reaves - 733-6600

Bessemer Division - Jefferson County District Attorney Bill Veitch, Chief Deputy D.A. - 769-4701

Leonard Properties Cheryl S. Leonard - 988-0950

Serenity Hair Salon Nichole Bunkley - 582-2099

Lisa Miller Oral & Facial Surgery Dr. Lisa Miller - 789-5075

TapSnap Tondra Hutchinson- 223-5904

Bob Sykes Bar B Q Van Sykes, Owner - 426-1400

Mestre Law Firm Brixx Wood-Fired Pizza Adam Mestre, Attorney - 983-8142 Justin Allgood, General Manager- 989-0091 OHD, Inc. Crossroad Striping Andy Coats, President/CEO - 980-0180 Dale Tyler, Owner - 260-3557

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RealtySouth Kathy Gipson, Realtor - 296-5478

The Falls of Hoover Apartment Homes Angie Cleveland-Bankovich - 987-1877 VooDoo Restaurant & Bar Jerry Bajalia, Operator - 978-5599

SPOTTED Color Me Rad

Thousands enjoyed getting covered with colorful powder during the Color Me Rad 5K at the Hoover Metropolitan Stadium on March 28. (Photos by Lauren Dowdle)

Allen Johnson and Andrea Kantargis

Katie Belew, Stanley Crawford and Tia Henry

Alysa and Breanna Newman, Morgan Sanders and Jordan Carrolls

Carmen and Tracy Ensminger

Kayla Werts, Tabitha Argo, Christian Miller, Jamie Conner and Johnny Argo

Sarah Sing, Eden Sanders and Thomas Sargent

Rhonda Morris, Aubriana Morris and Shayne Poe

Chess and Jeffrey Stoudenmire

Matthew Nail and Jim Ross

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Greystone Ladies Club April meeting The Greystone Ladies Club met April 8 at Greystone Golf and Country Club. Representatives from Home Depot showed members how to use mosaic tiles for backsplashes and other home decorating projects.

(Photos by Emily Sparacino)

Susie Hammers, Kathy McMahon and Denise Tassone

Julie Kim, Ashley Fuentes and Trinita Ashford

Ranea Breen and Susie Gaston

Jenice Prather-Kinsey, Hiltrud Hollibaugh and Krystal Phillips

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Patti Stahlhut, Brenda Arthur and Leigh Anne Priest

Tina Douglass, Therese Haselden and Barbara Brickner

Michelle Matlock and Danella Johnson

Fried Green Tomato’s Hoover Chamber of Commerce members held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Fried Green Tomato’s, located in Hoover Commons on Hwy. 31. (Photos by Lauren Dowdle) John Lyda and John Chandler

Trisston Wright Burrows and Mary Perry

Ryan Blackenburg, Jermaine Wade, Steve Hart and Fred Hughes

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SPOTTED

Crimson Tide takes on LSU The Alabama Crimson Tide took on the Tigers of LSU at the Hoover Met in a threegame series, April 2-4.

(Photos by Molly Davidson)

Polly Smith, Lucy White, Mimi Reed, Lily Samani, Josie Tyers and Iona Jones

Gerry and Barbara Dameron with Jean Roberts and Lisa and Brad Baggett

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Ryan and Blanche Morrison

A.J. Barganier with Aidan and Anthony Brown

Brittany Potts and Anthony Marine Alex Carter and Mallory Morrison

Rosa, Anthony, Ben and Alexis Hill

John Biard with Morris Banks

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SPOTTED

PurpleStride Birmingham The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network held the PurpleStride 5K and 1-Mile Run and Walk at Veterans Park on April 18. (Photos

by Molly Davidson)

Jonathan Bailey, Lindsey Kennington, Jared Kennington, Lance Miller, Marianne Gurak and Paula Radmard

Ryan Brown and Russell Bedsole with Kenley and Heather Cannon

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Freddie Fowler, Sandra Zito and Bessie Watkins

Ava and Brooke Von Hagel with Sanchez Tanniehill and Nick Simmons

Cindy Yarbrough and Larry Nelms Edna Dixon and Luis Pineda

Shirley Gibbs, Jerri Haslem, Vicki Macon and Debborah Barnes

Nancy and Gary Jordan with Nany Zelinsky

Justin Blackburn and Cindy Simons

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SPOTTED

Neighborhood Brew Located on Caldwell Mill Road, Neighborhood Brew hosted its ribbon cutting on April 30.

(Photos by Laurel Cousins)

Andy Gagliano, Rhonda Pyatt, Tammy Gagliano and Jason Cobb

Tyler Nash and Harry Horner

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Scott and Juli Bruce

Jana Grossmann and Elizabeth Williams

Gabe and Tray Lovvorn

Olivia Nix and Canyon Boyd

Owners Craig and Michelle Grossmann

Kara Till Ganter

Lynn Ray and Ashleigh Meyer

Curly Koetter

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SPOTTED

280 Reporter Launch Party Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. held a launch party April 7 for the 280 Reporter at St. Vincent’s One Nineteen. (Photos by Emily Sparacino)

Jacqueline Gardner and Donna Sibley

Randy Fuller, Jane Hampton and Cindy Warner

Denise Dell and Rebecca Washington

John Lanford, Dr. Cherie Johnson and Shanon Hamilton

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Mary Ann and R.E. Nelson

Mary Sue and Jim Ludwig

Kendall Williams, Mary DeLoach and Willie DeLoach

Shirley and Howard Palmes

R.E. Nelson and Todd George

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SPOTTED

Walk to End Lupus Now Walk to End Lupus Now was held at Veterans Park on March 28. Proceeds benefited the Lupus Foundation of America.

(Photos by Laurel Cousins)

Jennifer, Aubrey and Ainsley Madison

Jennifer Westlake with Chris and Tonya MacNicol

Latonnya Moody and Darryl Hinlow

Carleatha and Amirakah Cunningham

Denise Hill, Franstella Gosa, Rikel Washington, Keisha Brown, Ja’lin Carrington, Letesia Rancher and Cenisha Simon

Katelyn Slaughter, Tracy Rode and Jazmyne Crumpton

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Judy MacNicol and Cecilia Webb

Jana Westley, Makenzie Quinn, Tucker MacNicol, Riley Quinn, Tanner and Tate MacNicol and Jake Self with Joshua and Julia Westley

Errin and Pamela Jessie

Sharon Williams

Jennifer Self

Marilyn Jordan and Kristen McIntosh

Shelia Tolbert and LeQuint Hunter

Katie Held

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SPOTTED

GLC March meeting The Greystone Ladies Club met March 11. Adrienne Mathis, minimalist and author of “DeClutter My Life,” spoke. (Photos by Emily Sparacino)

Hiltrud Hollibaugh and Jenice Prather-Kinsey

Mary Rankin and Pam Miller

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Wilma Thompson and Carole Marks

Nita Yarbrough, Sherry Best and Anna Dewees

Rebecca Hamrick, Sylvia Stagner and Hendree Moore

Amy Huneidi and Roula Hakim

Alicia Cuevas and Susie Hammers

Carolyn Drew and Robbie Reynolds

Barbara Brickner and Hiltrud Hollibaugh

Donna Wilson and Katila Farley

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June 1 Summer Camp: Painting, Pounding, Picking, Pressing Grades K-2

CALENDAR

•Aldridge Gardens•

Young designers and crafters will have the opportunity June 1-5 from 9 a.m. to noon to experiment with various natural art supplies to create unique and fun projects inspired by the Gardens.

They will use paints, fabrics, ferns, leaves, blooms, patterns and colors that pop. Campers will gain new skills, exercise their creativity and enjoy their dynamic expressions in the Gardens.

The instructor is Morgan Barrow, B.S. and M.A. Early Childhood Education. For more information, contact Audrey Ann Wilson at aawilson@aldridgegardens. com or 682-8019 ext. 104.

Summer Camp: Chemistry and Construction Kids Grades 2-4 •Aldridge Gardens•

Calling all kids who like building and experimenting.

Children entering grades 2-4 can enroll in camp June 1-5 from 9 a.m. to noon for a week of chemistry and construction as they learn about safe chemical reactions, states of matter and pH balance. The instructor is Julia Aho, M.A. Early Childhood and Elementary Education. For more information, contact Audrey Ann Wilson at aawilson@aldridgegardens. com or 682-8019 ext. 104.

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Summer Camp: American Girls Grades 2-4 •Aldridge Gardens•

Girls entering grades 2-4 are invited to bring their dolls to camp at Aldridge Gardens on June 1-5 from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants will explore the magic of the Gardens, make all kinds of accessories and crafts for themselves and their dolls — and even have a tea party. The instructor is Linda Cronican, B.A. Elementary Education.

For more information, contact Audrey Ann Wilson at aawilson@ aldridgegardens.com or 682-8019 ext. 104.

Everest: Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty Power •Inverness Vineyard Church•

This year’s Vacation Bible School, “Everest: Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty Power,” will be held June 1-5 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The program is for children in pre-K through fifth grade.

June 2 Sumo!

•Hoover Public Library•

Calling all shin-deshi!

Come by the first-ever sumo-wrestling tournament to kickoff summer reading at 6:30 p.m. The event is for grades 7-12. For more information, call the library at 444-7800.

June 6 Hydrangeas Under the Stars •Aldridge Gardens•

Hoover Mayor Gary Ivey and Carolyn Ivey will serve as honorary host and hostess again this year at Aldridge Gardens’ annual fundraiser and garden gala from 6 to 9 p.m. Reception and silent auction begin at 6 p.m. Dinner and live auction begin at 7 p.m.

The Master of Ceremonies is Brenda Ladun and auctioneer is Ken Jackson.

For more information, contact Tynette Lynch at tlynch@aldridgegardens. com or 682-8019.

Tabletop Board Game Day

•Hoover Public Library•

Come by for a day of tabletop board games starting at 10 a.m. Have a game, but don’t know how to play it? The library will be showing episodes of YouTube’s “Tabletop.” For more information, call 4447800.

June 7 Global Cuisine @ the Plaza: France •Hoover Public Library•

Coffee-ol-ogy Café presents free programs on food and coffee from around the world. Participants will explore French cuisine at 2:30 p.m. Complimentary samples will be provided.

For more information, call 444-7800.

June 8 Vacation Bible School •Valleydale Church•

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life of Daniel through Bible study, recreation and other surprises. VBS will be held from 8:45 a.m. to noon each day (free). Early dropoff begins at 7:30 a.m. (free). Afternoon Camp will be noon to 5 p.m. ($80 for the first child and $50 for each additional sibling).

June 9 Trivia Craze •Hoover Public Library•

Think you know trivia?

Compete on teams to see

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who knows the most facts on June 9 at 6:30 p.m. The event is for grades 7-12.

For more information, call 444-7800.

Invention of Wings” by Sue Monk Kidd at 10 a.m. The event is free to attend. For more information, call 4447800.

June 10 Hot Rod Power Tour

Debbie Bond

•Hoover Metropolitan Stadium•

The 21st running of the Hot Rod Power Tour will return with new features for spectators, participants and auto enthusiasts from noon to 7 p.m. The tour is free for spectators. Participants can register a vehicle for just one day or the entire tour.

For more information, visit Hotrod.com.

June 11 Second Thursday Fiction Book Group: The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd •Hoover Public Library•

The group will discuss “The

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•Hoover Public Library•

Singer, guitarist and songwriter Debbie Bond has been an active part of the Alabama blues scene for more than 30 years. She regularly performed with the likes of Eddie Kirkland and Willie King, as well as fronting her own band. She will perform at the library at 6:30 p.m.

Coffee & Contacts at Burke’s Outlet •Burke’s Outlet in Hoover•

Coffee & Contacts will be held at Burke’s Outlet from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at 5025 U.S. 280 Suite 105 (Inverness at Valleydale and U.S. 280).

Contact Sonya Shepard at str30540@beallsinc.com or Burkesoutlet.com for information.

June 18 Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon •Hoover Country Club•

The Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon will be held at Hoover Country Club at 11:15 a.m. on June 18. The event will include networking and a noon luncheon. Make reservations by June 15. The cost is $20 or $22 without reservations. Contact Lisa Dunbar at 988-5672 or lisa@hooverchamber.org for reservations.

June 25 Business After Hours •Aldridge Gardens•

Business After Hours will be held at Aldridge Gardens on June 25. For more information, contact Tynette Lynch at 682-8019 or tlynch@aldridgegardens. com. 

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205-669-1985 donnaadney@aol.com adneyhauskennels.com Advantage Electric is Growing Again! Looking for Journeyman or Helper willing to Learn. Call 205-876-4269 JOBS IN ALABAMA!!

AIDT assists employers throughout AL by identifying qualified applicants by recruitment, screening & training services. Visit www. aidt.edu/jobs for latest jobs & training!

Alabama Insurance Agency Has a Business Opportunity for Insurance Agents. Turn Key Operation. Contact us through the website, www.alinsagency. com or phone Allen Vest at 205-303-2055 RNs Alacare Home Health & Hospice is hiring Registered Nurses for the Clanton area.

Join Alabama’s Elite Agency – family owned since 1970!

EOE Apply on-line www.alacare. com VENDORS NEEDED! Alabama Pick N’ Trade, LLC dba Dixieland Tradin’ Post under new ownership. 33985 Hwy 25, Harpersville, AL 35078 For info, call 205-672-2022. $10 OFF Any Service!

American Holmes Heating & Air, LLC 205-479-9148 AL# 14098 www.americanholmeshvac. com

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American Proteins, Inc. Hiring Drivers. Home Daily.

Great benefits package (including: health/dental/ vision insurance), paid vacation and holidays, quarterly safety bonus, 401K retirement plan. Need Class A CDL with tanker endorsement, one year verifiable driving experience.

Contact Jamie Sewell at 256970-6133 or Ronnie Demonia 256-970-6109 EOE Automation Personnel Services is Hiring For Forklift Operations, Material Handling, and/or General Labor Chilton County Area Light and heavy industrial environment, great long term career opportunity. Must pass drug screen and background check.

Forklift certification and clamp truck exp. a plus, but not a requirement.

5857 Atlanta Highway Montgomery, AL 36117 Call 334.274.1004 For More Information Automation Personnel Services in Pelham Responsibilities include: Assembly, Construction Using Power Tools, Detail Oriented, Able to Lift 50lbs Regularly.

Requirements: Tape Measure Test & Drug Screen.

Applications Accepted: Monday–Friday 8:30am–11:00am & 1:00pm–3:00pm We do accept walk in applications.

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1 (one) brand new Queen Mattress and Box Spring for $195.00...Call 334­-655­1946 for more info. Financing Available Foster a Dog...Save a Life!

Bama Bully Rescue www.BamaBully.org BAMA CONCRETE PRODUCTS 205-664-3500 BEST WESTERN Weddings, Family Reunions, Business or Sports Events!

Newly Renovated. Free Wi-Fi. Fitness Center. Hot Continental Breakfast. Call: 205-908-1305 Bibb Medical Center Nursing Home hiring CNA, LPN, and Dietary. All shifts: PT & FT positions available Contact HR: bmchr@ bibbmedicalcenter.com Apply On-line at www. bibbmedicalcenter.com COME RUN WITH THE BIG DOGS Big M-Transportation $500 Orientation Pay. $1500 Sign On Bonus.

Personal Dispatcher 24/7.

2015 Equipment Arriving.

Driver Friendly Company.

Great Home Time..Lease Purchase Program.

Up to $0.42/mile in 6 months.

Contact Jacob at: 877-5532448 www.bigmtransport.com Journeymen Electricians, $24 per hour plus insurance.

Helpers $9.60 to $19.20 per hour depending on experience.

Greater Birmingham area. Call 205-849-5522 for details.

CDL Skills And Test Training, LLC. Day & Evening Classes.

Hoover/Pelham Area. 205253-5960

Chateau Vestavia • LPNs - Current License • Maintenance Tech - 1 yr exp • Housekeeping • Dietary Aide • Care Manager Apply in person at: 2435 Columbiana Rd, Birmingham, AL 35216 AUTO BODY REPAIR TECH 5+ yrs. exp., frame repair exp., welding exp. Commission based on exp. Up to 2 yrs.

Vacation after specified service time. Call 334-313-3179 Class A CDL Drivers needed for Birmingham Coca-Cola and Tuscaloosa Coca-Cola Bottling Companies. Driving experience is required.

Apply in person at: 4600 East Lake Blvd.

Birmingham, AL 35217 Columbiana Health and Rehabilitation, LLC is hiring for the following positions • LPN Charge Nurse • Certified Nursing Assistant • Housekeeping Assistant, Part time. Interested applicants should apply in person to: 22969 Hwy 25, Columbiana, AL. Resumes may also be sent to: shannon.bell@ northporthealth.com FIREWOOD-OAK or HICKORY Pick up - only 5 cents per pound. Commercial and Residential delivery also available.

Columbiana Wood Products 21421 Hwy 25 Columbiana (205) 671-5202 Wanted! Forklift Operators Corefocusservices.com or 205475-7120 to apply for skills test. Immediate job opening.

Must pass background check, have 2 years experience and pass written and skills test.

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Noises in your Attic? Could be more than just wind!

Critter Control of Central Alabama Call (205)621-2180 Drivers Wanted: Class A CDL- Home Daily, Full & Parttime. Childersburg area. 256591-3169 or 256-892-7692 Soon the mark of the beast will be enforced!

• Free Book & Bible Study • PO Box 171 Samantha, Al 35482 205-339-4837 Davis Machine & Fabricating specializes in Machining and Fabricating Medium to Large Size Castings and Fabrications (205)668-0986 Dawson Landscape Group. Custom Outdoor lighting, Firepits, irrigation, weed control packages. dawsonlandscapegroup.com.

205-532-9793 $5,000 RN Sign-On Bonus For More Information Contact Annie.Miller @dchsystem.com Apply online at: www.dchsystem.com Clerk - Cashier - Stocker Multi-Tasker FT, PT UAB Area for package store.

Students over 21 with retail exp a plus.

Good pay. Call 9-5 (205)585-8900 TARGET AUCTION. Advanced Real Estate Marketing. 800476-3939 www.targetauction. com Help Wanted: Part Time Office Help For Afternoons.

Full Time Labor Workers needed with clean DL Call (205)678-2411 For More Information.

Dunn Building Company has Immediate Openings for projects in Trussville and Childersburg. Form carpenters, earth moving equipment operators, metal sheeters,

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field engineers, laborers & superintendents. Min. 1 year exp. and ability to pass drug test. To apply visit: dunnbuildingcompany.com.

NO PHONE CALLS!!! EOE Dunn Construction has immediate openings in the Birmingham area.

CDL Drivers Class A & Class B: • Tri-axle • Live bottom • Tandem • HAZMAT Experience preferred. Drivers will be home each night!

Please apply in person: 3905 Messer Airport Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35222 EOE/Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans/AA HELP WANTED: Landscape Foreman & Labor Position.

Foreman must have 3 yrs exp.

Labor position- 1 yr exp. Must be a legal citizen, have DL & own transportation. Located in Hoover. Call Andrew 205807-3200 Welder Training Short Term Licensing Call for Details 866-432-0430 ESDschool.com $3000 SIGN ON BONUS NEW PAY SCALE TO QUALIFYING DRIVERS EVERGREEN TRANSPORT, is accepting applications for local drivers in the Calera and Leeds, AL, area. Must have class A CDL, good driving record, 1 yr verifiable tractor trailer experience. Good pay and benefits. Apply in person at 8278 Hwy 25 South, Calera, AL, or call for info 205-6683316.

Job Fair. Immediate Openings in Shelby County! Warehouse, General Labor; Plant Labor –bilingual (Spanish/English); Sheet Metal Technician. Tempto-hire & temporary jobs!

Min. 1 yr. recent experience.

Dependable transportation & great attitude! 2nd & 4th Thursday each month. Bring resume. ExpressBham.com Clanton First United Methodist seeking Nursery Worker & Kitchen Coordinator.

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Must pass background check.

Please apply at 207 8th St No., Clanton. M-F, 8-4:30, closed at lunch Recipes. Products. Company Store. Tours. So much more!

GoldenFlake.com ONLINE AUCTIONS www.GTAOnlineAuctions.com 205-326-0833 Granger, Thagard & Assoc.

Jack F. Granger #873 Greystone Country Club Now Hiring • Servers & Bartenders ages 21 & up • Course/Grounds Maintenance Apply in person at: 4100 Greystone Drive or email jobs@ greystonecc.com Ground Effects Lawn Care and Landscaping (205)9104558 Lawn Care, landscaping, hardscape, decks & patios, pressure washing. Free estimates. Mention this ad and get 10% off first service.

CDL-A Local Dedicated Drivers START A NEW CAREER TODAY! Excellent Benefits & Home Every Day CDL-A required 888-work-4-us • averittcareers.com EOE Gypsum Express LTD. Class A CDL Drivers needed!

Bridgeport, AL Terminal Opening Soon! Top pay and benefits, plus bonuses! Call Melissa @1-866-317-6556 ext. 3 DRIVERS Hanna Truck Lines is seeking Professional Flatbed Drivers. 50 cpm. No Surprises: Starting Pay (all Miles): 48 cpm, 49 cpm @ 6 mo, 50 cpm @ 1 yr. 100% Outbounds loads Pre-loaded & Tarped. 75% Inbound No Tarp.

Late Model Peterbilt Trucks. Air Ride Trailers. Home weekends.

Low cost BCBS Health & Dental Ins. Matching 401K. Qualifications: 18 Mo Class A CDL driving exp w/ 6 mo flatbed; Applicants must meet all D.O.T. req. Contact recruiting @ 1-800-634-7315 or come by HTL office @ 1700 Boone Blvd, Northport. EOE

HARDEE’S Now Hiring Store & Asst Managers, & Shift Leaders.

Email resume to hardees2007@ bellsouth.net or apply in person on Valleydale Rd LPN’S, RN’S, CNA’S Full & Part time, 2nd & 3rd Shift. Apply in person: Hatley Health Care, 300 Medical Ctr. Dr., Clanton, AL 35045 Healthcare Certification. Visit Healthcareergroup.com or call 800-897-1773 for more info.

No college required.

Helfi’s Grill is Hiring a Grill Cook and Kitchen Staff.

Must have restaurant cooking experience, flexible schedule, and work well with others.

Offering up to 40 hours a week. Serious applicants only.

Call 205-280-0225 Hendrick Hoover Auto Mall Seeking Polished Sales Professionals...Unlimited Earnings, Medical/Dental, 401k /Paid Vacation. Hoovercareers@ hendrickauto.com Real Estate Auctions ~ John Dixon & Associates www. johndixon.com Doctor’s office seeking LPN or CMA. Please apply in person 260 Health Center Dr, Clanton or email resumé to imsouth@ att.net.

J&M Tank Lines, Inc CDL-A Drivers Needed for Local and OTR $3,000 Sign On Bonus www.jmtank.com Call Jeff Sandlin @256-2453933.

REFUGE CHURCH Join me for powerful teaching.

Every Sunday at 10am in the Conference Room at the Comfort Suites, 2235 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124.

Contact Elder Jerome Gaines at 205-447-5752.

Tree Climber / Bucket Operator Top pay guaranteed. 3 yrs exp.

CDL Preferred.

205-836-2038 or 205-2297144

Owner Operators Wanting Dedicated Year Round Anniston, AL www.pull4klb. com Latham’s Lawn Service Lawn Care, Retaining Walls, Irrigation Repair, Landscaping, Lighting, Pavers.

205-361-1598 or 205-2856651 Others buy Gold, We buy Jewelry!

205-251-3381 Downtown Birmingham www.levysfinejewelry.com Lil Angels Learning Center Ages 3 wks to 12yrs Meals and Trips in One Low Price!

200 Ridge Drive, Pelham 205-663-1852 NEED A JOB? Lyons HR has jobs.

Various positions available. Apply at: 490 Wildwood Circle N., Ste. 150 Birmingham, AL 35209 FT Drivers Needed. Must be willing to work days, nights or weekends. Wages begin at $10/hr. www.MacsDelivers. com 866-217-1928 or email amy@macsdelivers.com MACS Courier Service House Cleaners Wanted 25-35 Hrs a week no nights or wknds Car, D.L & insurance req Located in Pelham Call for appt 358-1800 www.maidpro. com/birmingham Service Technician • Top Pay, Benefits & Commission! Apply in person: Mainline Heating & Air 400 Hillwood Park S. Alabaster (205) 664-4751 MAXIAIRE Stainless Steel fabrication. Stainless Steel Countertops. Commercial and Residential (205)945-9655 Class A CDL Drivers for Mar-Jac Poultry. 2 yrs exp & clean MVR required. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.

Paid vacation & 401k. HOME NIGHTS. Call Andrew at 205841-7315 or apply at 1421 Robinwood Circle, 35217

McDonald’s is Now Hiring in Chelsea, Pelham & Alabaster!

Apply at www.mcalabama.com

*$1000 Retention Bonus *Local Hauling *Home Nights APPLY ONLINE: perdidotrucking.com Perdido Trucking Service, LLC 251.470.0355

All work guaranteed. 256-3917144, 205-777-8069

“Can You Dig It”? Heavy Equipment Operator Training!

3 Week Program. Bulldozers, Backhoes, Excavators. Lifetime Job Placement Assistance 866765-9551

FREE Standard Installation Limited Time Offer!

Order Selectors Food Dist. Center in Pelham Al. Day Shift: Mon-Fri. 40+ hours/week 10:00 AM until finished (varies). $10.00-$14.00/ hour.

Benefits: medical, vision, dental, vacation & 401k.

Requirements: •Reading & math skills •Lift 60 lbs. repetitively.

•Work in +90 Temperature •Work in -10 Temperature •Walking majority of day.

Apply 10:30AM-5:00PM Southeastern Food 201 Parker Drive Pelham, Alabama 35124 205-685-4551

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PLUMBERS NEEDED Call 6822828, fax resume to 682-2827 or email to resume@sps9.com

Manufacturing/Assembly positions available in Calera area. Full time hours, all shifts available. Call today 205-2673910

OTR Class A Driver in Montgomery, AL. • 3 years experience • $.40-.50 per mile • Paid weekly • BCBS Insurance • Home Weekends • EZ & prepass • Safety bonus Call: (334) 288-8106

Electricians Needed Birmingham & Tuscaloosa Call 682-2828, fax resume to 682-2827 or email to resume@ sps9.com

University of Montevallo Summer Soccer Day Camp June 15-18 / July 20-23 Ages 5-12 Boys & Girls $150/$110 Full/Half Day cclarke@ montevallo.edu Visit: www. montevallosportscamps.com Montgomery Stockyard Drop Station at Gray & Son’s in Clanton. Call Lane at 205389-4530.

For other hauling arrangements, contact Wes in Harpersville 205-965-8657

PAPPADEAUX Now Interviewing!

Cooks, Dishwashers & Bussers Apply in person Mon–Fri from 3-5pm at 3500 Grandview Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35243 Pappas Restaurants EOE M|F|D|V|A Foundation Repair Techs Must pass DOT physical, drug & background check. Clean driving record.

Reliable transportation & telephone required.

Call 205-668-2626 DRIVERS WANTED: Pelham Tank Lines is expanding our Flatbed and Tank divisions.

Must be 23 with 2 years exp.

We offer late model equip, pd weekly & Blue Cross pd in full, $50 per month toward your cell phone. Taking applications Mon-Fri, 9am-2pm For info: 205-664-1688 Class A CDL Drivers Needed Immediately 3 Yrs Min Driving History With Dump Trailer Experience

Office Work Hourly plus bonuses. Must have good telephone skills.

Students and retirees welcomed. Office in Hoover area. Call Brad (205)444-4112 HUGHES NET • Gen4 High-Speed Satellite Internet Is Available Where You Live!

Salvation Army Bi-Weekly Auction • 1401 FL Shuttlesworth Dr, Bham.

Used electronics, furniture, equipment, bric-a-brac. Fee $4-$5. Public welcome! Call for details: (205)252-8151 SERVERS NEEDED Premier golf club in North Shelby County seeking motivated individuals for full and part time server positions.

Must be available to work some nights and weekends. $10 - 12 per hour. Immediate openings. Interested candidates please reply to shoal@ bellsouth.net.

IMMEDIATE POSITIONS!!!!!

Need 5 motivated workers to replace 5 lazy ones! Loaders, assistant manager, customer service positions, sales reps.

Need valid DL. No experience neccesary. Long hours, but very competitive pay. Call Drew (205)490-1003 or (404)7231322 CLOCK REPAIR SVS. * Setup * Repair * Maintenance I can fix your Mother’s clock. Alabaster/ Pelham Call Stephen (205)6632822 Need extra money? We need weekend merchandisers! Apply at: supremebeverage.com

OWN AT SMITH LAKE! Large RV Lots for Sale. Cabins For Sale. Phase II Grand Opening.

256-709-1820 Smith Lake RV Resort www.smithlakervresort.com

Electrician - FT Supreme Electric, a local based company in Pelham. Must be willing to learn & work hard. Go to: supremeelectric-al.com. Print empl app under Contact Us and mail to: Supreme Electric, 231 Commerce Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124 or call 205-453-9327.

Smith Roofing Metal Roof Specialists. All roofs & repairs.

No job too small. 35 years exp.

TaylorMade Transportation CDL drivers for flatbed regional division! BCBS insurance after

30 days. To apply call 334366-2269 or email jsmith@ taylormadeinc.com The Bumper Company 906 1st Ave, Bham. We sell and install painted bumpers and perform repairs, often for less than your deductible! Call Today 205-868-3763 Casino Trips! Pickups in Hoover & Calera. Freeplay & food vouchers. Call Louise Jones 205663-3060 for more info or email LJones7067@aol.com SUMMER CLASSES - NOW ENROLLING! The Tutoring Center 205-987-9577 hoover.tutoringcenter.com Looking for a Full Time Site Manger at our Clanton Car Wash Location. Must be 18 years or older and be able to pass background and drug test.

Email your resume to eric@ acwcompany.com Landscape Position in N. Shelby County. Apply M-F, 8-2.

Call 296-2329 or 991-4653 for directions & info.

Opening for Assistant to the Chief of Security for a Gated Community in North Shelby Co. Management experience is desired, and applicant should possess strong organizational skills and a dedication to excellent customer service.

Must be available various hours, including nights and weekends.

To apply, please send resume via email to: shoalcreek123@ gmail.com Or mail to: Security Position, 103 Carnoustie, Shoal Creek, AL 35242 ELECTRICIAN Commercial Service: Automatic Doors, pd. hol./vac. APPLY @UNIVERSAL DOOR 205 967 3414.

Doorjob14@gmail.com MANUFACTURED HOMES MOBILE HOMES with land.

Ready to move in. Owner financing with approved credit. 3 bdrm., 2 bath. No renters.1-205-289-8899 VMFhomes.com OTR Drivers Wanted 24 yrs or

older Hazmat pref but not req.

Full benefit pkg avail Pneumatic Tank Equip Dry Bulk Hauling.

Sign on bonus $500. Home every other weekend. Apply online: vernonmilling.com 800753-1993 Become a Dental Asst. in ONLY 8 WEEKS! Please visit our website www. capstonedentalassisting.com or call (205) 561-8118 and get your career started!

Villa Maria Apartments Affordable Housing for Ages 62 & above or Mobility Impaired • Income Based Rent • Gated Community 205-836-7839 205-833-0532 Call today for an application and/or appt.

Pest Control/Termite Salesperson and Pest Technician.

Experience helpful but not required. Company provides work vehicle and training. BCBS available after 90 days. Pelham location. Email resume to facsmith@charter.net.

Steven’s Wack-n-Sack A Growing Lawn Care & Landscape Company seeking qualified applicants for Lawn Maintenance & Landscape Technicians.

Call 205-621-8531 WANTED: OTR Drivers: Reefer & Five years OTR experience required. Must be able to Pass drug and alcohol screening, MVR and background check.

Please call 205-755-9896 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday to schedule appointment.

Whiteline Express Ltd. is looking for OTR drivers out of Alabama. Apply online at www. whiteline-express.com WINDOW CLEANING & PRESSURE WASHING Licensed & Insured. Call John 205-242-2638 Painters Needed! Min 3 yrs exp w/ new residential painting, dependable transportation, clean appearance, & good work ethic. Must be Drug & Alcohol free. References Req’d. Call 621-2627.

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why I love Hoover

“I find Hoover to be a very beautiful and safe city.”

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fter running an oil company, Homer Brown decided it was time to pursue his real passion: table tennis. He opened America’s first table tennis store, BumperNets, in Brookwood Village in 1999 before moving it to its current location in the Riverchase Galleria Mall in 2001.

He’s since grown the business into three stores in the Galleria, offering lessons and a place to play table tennis, pool, foosball, arcade games and more. Brown and his wife have two children, Janell and Adam, who is the store manager and vice president.

Q: Why did you first decide to play table tennis?

A: I have found the sport of table tennis to be a fun, fast and exciting sport to play and a great way to lose weight, too.

service that I can provide on a daily basis — and of course promoting table tennis, too.

Q: Why do you love Hoover?

A: I find Hoover to be a very beautiful and safe city and very convenient for Q: What do you enjoy about the sport? almost anything you need.

A: Table tennis is a sport that you can play for a lifetime, and it has given me Q: What is something not many people know about you? the opportunity to see our country by A: I had the opportunity to travel participating in tournaments all over. with the USA Table Tennis Team In fact, I have the world record for playing in the U.S. Open 46 times in a to China for 10 days celebrating the 35th historic reunion in 2006 when row and hope for 47 this summer. table tennis opened the door to China.

My doubles player at the time was on Q: What’s your favorite part about that trip, and I was able to see with your job at BumperNets?

A: Meeting and greeting my customers him how China had changed since 1972. It was an amazing trip, and it is and providing them with the best 82

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all documented with pictures on our website, Bumpernets.com.

Q: What is your favorite food?

A: I enjoy eating sushi often. I also find it to be very healthy, and it tastes great too.

Q: What do you like to do in your spare time?

A: When I get some spare time, I love to visit with my two grandsons and also visit the beach so I can jog on the beach and check out the beautiful ocean and waves.

Q: Who is your role model, and why?

A: My earthly role model is my dad, however, he personally led me to my ultimate role model, Jesus Christ. 

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