Shelby Living October 2014

Who’s the best?

Winners of our fourth annual Best of the Best contest revealed

Time to tee off

Timberline Golf Club announces Hal Johnson School of Golf

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Swamp Stories Ebenezer Swamp Ecological Preserve boasts unique plant and animal species

Check yourself What every woman should know about mammograms

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FROM THE EDITOR

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ho’s the best in Shelby County?

We have the answers for you in this month’s issue of Shelby Living. Thousands of readers voted for their favorite local foods, businesses and events when our contest launched in June.

This year’s winners include some old favorites – Jim N’ Nick’s, which won Best Barbecue for the fourth year in a row – and lots of new names, including Donut Joe’s for Best Donut Shop and Beka’s Boutique for Best Children’s Clothing Store.

This contest, which is our fourth, is a great way to support local businesses, and we appreciate your support. Now, do you see a name on this list that’s unfamiliar?

Make sure to stop by and see why our readers voted it as one of Shelby County’s best.

Also, if you have any suggestions for new categories, feel free to email those to me.

This issue of Shelby Living is full of

other interesting stories.

Here are a few of my favorites: Our cover story this month is the Ebenezer Swamp Ecological Preserve in Montevallo. The swamp is beautiful, mysterious and home to a delightful collection of animals and plants. Even better, a boardwalk is available so visitors can enjoy the swamp as well.

Old Baker Farm is another Shelby County treasure. The farm has been owned and worked by the same family for four generations. Each October, the farm opens to visitors for a series of entertaining and educational events, including Living History Day and Western Cowboy Day. One of our most popular sections is Shelby Spotted. People love seeing photos of their friends out and about in Shelby County. If your organization or business is hosting an event, please send your photos (along with names of each person) to me.

As always, please contact me if you have any questions, comments or story ideas.

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SHELBY Living EDITORIAL Molly Davidson Drew Granthum Ginny Cooper McCarley Neal Wagner CONTRIBUTORS Laura Brookhart Amy Jones Linda Long Lisa Phillips PRODUCTION Jamie Dawkins Ashley Logan Amanda Porter Jon Goering MARKETING Kristy Brown Ashley Duckett Mary Catherine Goodwin Daniel Holmes Nicole Loggins Rhett McCreight Kim McCulla Meagan Mims Timeca Nevels Kari Yoder ADMINISTRATION Tim Prince Katie McDowell Mary Jo Eskridge Hailey Dolbare Christine Roberts Laurel Cousins

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ON THE COVER University of Montevallo professor Dr. Mike Harding at the Ebenezer Swamp Ecological Preserve.

Cover design: Amanda Porter Photography: Jon Goering

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THE PLEASURE OF PAINTING Art has brought a lifetime of inspiration to Diane Shepherd

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AN ARTISTIC PERSPECTIVE Discover something new in Shelby County during fall tour

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THE FARM LIFE A fourth generation of Bakers maintains the family farm in Harpersville

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WHO’S THE BEST? Check out the winners of our fourth annual contest

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PUTTING HEALTH FIRST What every woman should know about mammograms

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TIME TO TEE OFF Timberline opens golf school

THE SIMPLE LIFE

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f you were playing a word association game with the word “burn,” would you think of fire, blaze, or possibly hot?

Or would you likely blurt out both ends, bridges, and out! If you are among those who would respond with the latter, breathe a sigh of relief that you’re not the only one Lisa Phillips, owner of SimpleWorks, who feels this way. When you think Simpleworksmtsp.com of something burning, it’s natural lisa@simpleworksmtsp.com to think that it would eventually 205.981.7733 extinguish.

Can you recall a time when you felt “burnt out” in a job, routine, or relationship? Was it because things were going great or were you frustrated with some aspect of the situation? Chances are frustration is the answer. Here a few ways to “burn brightly” so you can find the excitement once again.

• Breathe. Take time to stop and catch your breath. Control the pace at which you’re running through your day.

• Brain dump. Write out everything you need to do. Next, schedule a time to do each project. You’ll find you get more done when you know when you’re going to do it.

• Sleep. Exhaustion can be the underlying problem of many frustrations. Seek medical attention if you’re lacking the recommended eight hours of sleep a night on a regular basis.

• Find three successes. Catch yourself doing something right and reward yourself. Three victories a day will crush the feeling of defeat.

• Compartmentalize. Set boundaries. While boundaries can be flexible, make sure they stay “sticky” to keep yourself in control. Be present to the moment.

• Be selective. We become like the five people we are around most. Are they energy givers or energy takers? Recharge your energy with music, exercise, changing your diet, or altering your sleep habits.

Family, coworkers, friends, and now the world of social media are vying for a piece of you. Could you burn brightly if you were not spread so thin? Would creating a routine in your day allow you to enjoy more hours versus minutes?

If you’re flickering in the important areas of your life, you may want to reflect on what you can choose to do differently from this day forward. It’s time to associate a bonfire as a fall pastime, not as a personal meltdown. It’s that simple. l

We become like the five people we are around most. Are they energy givers or energy takers?

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SHORT STORIES Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce C o m m u n i t y • C o m m e rc e • C o l l a b o r a t i o n

Griffin throws first pitch at Barons game At about 8 p.m. on Aug. 8, 9-year-old Gabe Griffin strutted to the pitcher’s mound at Regions Field. After taking several steps forward, he wound up, and then released.

Gabe, a Shelby County resident, has Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a muscle-deteriorating disease typically passed down genetically. Victims are usually confined to a wheelchair by age 12, and are not expected to live far beyond the age of 20.

Scott and Traci Griffin founded Hope for Gabe to not only combat Duchenne by raising awareness and funds to aid research for a cure, but also to leave a legacy for their son and the brother of their three other children.

For more information, visit Hopeforgabe.org.

SafeHouse celebrates 25th anniversary SafeHouse of Shelby County marked 25 years of providing shelter, services and assistance to victims of sexual and domestic violence in September 2014.

“We’re just excited to hit such a significant milestone,” SafeHouse Executive Director Erin Bodden said. “(SafeHouse) started as an all volunteer effort in a residential home donated to the organization… We’ve come a long way” Originally offering only “limited term emergency shelter,” SafeHouse has grown into an “extensive program,” including a 56-bed shelter, emergency and transitional housing, community and prevention education programs, counseling and case management.

For more information about SafeHouse of Shelby County, visit the organization’s Facebook page or Safehouse.org.

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SHORT STORIES

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Morris named to Shelby County BOE The Shelby County Board of Education recently appointed Kevin Morris to fill the unexpired term of Steve Martin, who retired from the board after 26 years of service.

“I am excited about this opportunity,” Morris said following the board meeting. “I am looking forward to rolling up my sleeves Morris and jumping in to continue the progress and success of the Shelby County Schools.”

Morris, a native of the county and former student of the Shelby County School District, is Vice President of Consumer Lending for America’s First Federal Credit Union. He is also a parent of children attending schools in the Shelby County system.

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Lemak donates $2,500 to Montevallo High Montevallo High School was recently awarded $25,00 from Lemak Sports Medicine and Dr. Lawrence Lemak at this year’s Alabama High School Athletic Association Championship Dinner. This award is provided to schools to help improve and enhance their athletics programs.

Kevin Raybon, assistant principal, and Wesley Hester, principal, were on hand to accept the award. The award was presented by Governor Robert Bentley and Dr. Lemak.

The money will be used to raise the level of support and training for student-athletes at MHS, including the acquisition of additional resources, equipment, and improved facilities to better serve and support all athletics programs at MHS. October 2014 | 9

ARTS & CULTURE

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Art has brought a lifetime of inspiration to Diane Shepherd Story and Photos by LAURA BROOKHART

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The upbeat tempo of tunes from the ‘50s and ‘60s are spiraling around Diane Shepherd as she dips her brush into the paint.

The pure pleasure of painting, of interpreting a scene or subject in watercolor or oil, is what brings Shepherd back again and again to her easel.

Shepherd began painting in high school in Mobile, where she grew up, and later attended Auburn, majoring in Visual Design, the term for commercial or advertising design.

“Painting has become more enjoyable as I have gotten older. I am less stressed about the results and work in a looser style than I did years ago. I like learning new techniques but usually gravitate back to my favorite ways to paint,” she said, noting that oil is her current preferred medium.

A Signature Bronze member of the Watercolor Society of Alabama and Signature Member of the Georgia Watercolor Society, Shepherd has also exhibited in the Energen Art Show for the past five years. Shepherd credits artist Wayne Spradley, with whom she studied four years, as a wonderful and

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Diane Shepherd in her studio at her Shelby County home. “We Three.” “Ugandan Eyes.” “Double Trouble,” which was shown at the 2014 Energen Art Show.

powerful influence.

“I looked at nature differently after studying with Wayne,” she said, pointing out several of Spradley’s works that now grace her home walls.

His influence can be seen in Shepherd’s landscapes—the way the composition leads your eye into the painting and the role of shadow and light play within that moves the viewer’s gaze around the entire canvas.

“He dances with watercolor, I would say,” she reflects.

Shepherd says she considers her painting of three baby bluebirds entitled, We Three, to be a signature work. She creates an original painting, usually a botanical or bird scene, for her Christmas card each year. She also contributes to charity auctions and works on commission.

Shepherd has taught watercolor classes at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church in the past few years.

“Teaching is rewarding as it makes the teacher examine their own ways of painting and it’s fun to watch others do their ‘own thing.’ I’ve never had a student who wasn’t somewhat pleased with what they created,” she said.

Shepherd’s work will be on view in the annual Members Show of the Watercolor Society of Alabama during September and October at the downtown Birmingham Public Library. l October 2014 | 11

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An artistic perspective Discover something new in Shelby County during fall tour Story by LINDSAY DYESS Photo CONTRIBUTED

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ake a walk through history this October with the Fall Pilgrimage Tour through Montevallo and Columbiana. The tour highlights features of Shelby County that made it what it is today. With a place so rich in history there is always something new to discover.

During the Pilgrimage Tour the Shelby County Arts Council will open the doors for its newest exhibit, “Shelby County: An Artistic Perspective.” The exhibit will feature fine art photos from local photographers Hank Siegel, Paris Farzad, Rachel Fowler, Stacy Gill Perry and Roger Stephenson.

The exhibit will also feature ceramic art by Professor Scott Meyer of the University of Montevallo. The works featured represent

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each artist’s perspective of Shelby County.

“While working on the Historic Shelby County photography exhibit, I have fallen in love with my hometown again,” Perry said.

“The historic relics that I have found while photographing have evoked a feeling of curiosity and longing for days gone by. My hope is that this exhibit will bring the same feelings of wonderment and passion for this beautiful place.”

Along with the exhibit visitors are also encouraged to visit other places of interest around Columbiana, including the Karl C. Harrison Museum of George Washington, and the Shelby County Museum and Archives, which will also feature its own exhibit, “The Quilts of Shelby County.” Be sure to stop by the American Village and the University of Montevallo for more historical

ABOVE: University of Montevallo professor Scott Meyer loads pottery into the anagama kiln.

tours and lectures.

“Shelby County: An Artistic Perspective” opens Saturday, Oct. 11 from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Live music and refreshments will accompany the event.

For more information, visit Shelbycountyartscouncil.com or call 205669-0044. l

HEALTH & FITNESS St. Vincent’s One Nineteen offers fitness, spa and wellness events and programs throughout the year.

What every woman should know about mammograms Story by CRISTA THOMAS, MD Photos CONTRIBUTED

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s the newest physician at OB/ GYN Associates of Alabama at St. Vincent’s One Nineteen, I’m enjoying the seasonal beauty in my first October in the Magic City. I’m also meeting our patients who have their annual mammography appointments during St. Vincent’s Health System’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month emphasis.

Although One Nineteen’s diagnostics department offers mammography services year-round, its October $99 mammogram special encourages women to follow up on their physicians’ recommendations. It also helps me emphasize the facts below, which I hope women will remember in every season.

Every woman should be aware.

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of American women’s cancer deaths. The American Cancer Society reports that more than 85 percent of women with breast cancer have no family history of the disease.

Early detection is imperative. Although women who smoke increase their chances, there is no clear way to reduce other women’s risks. They should therefore notify their doctors about anything unusual, get annual clinical exams and follow physicians’ screening advice.

Crista Thomas, MD Self-awareness saves lives. Seventy percent of American women under 50 find their own cancer. That’s why I suggest patients practice what the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology calls “breast self-awareness,” learning what is normal for them. Anyone finding something abnormal should alert their physician, to address any concern.

Remember your 40th birthday. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists urge women to begin routine annual mammograms at age 40. Women with genetic risks or other concerns may

start earlier.

Mammograms are much like annual exams and screening pap smears. Each is uncomfortable, but essential to health.

Contrary to some fears, mammogram compression does not damage tissue. Its radiation is very minimal.

Women with dense breasts have higher risks. Women with dense breast tissue not only carry a higher cancer rate, but also experience detection challenges.

They should therefore practice selfawareness and expect some mammogram call-backs, since their scans may be more difficult to read.

Don’t fear call-backs. Our goal is to find problems when they’re tiny and treatable.

If there’s an imaging blur that can’t be seen clearly, women will be called back for another scan. Our radiologists tell us only about 10 percent of those women will actually have cancer.

October is a great time to celebrate women. That’s why this month we’re emphasizing mammograms and more. To register for your $99 mammogram at St. Vincent’s One Nineteen, call 408-6450.

Crista Thomas, MD, is a physician at OB/ GYN Associates of Alabama at St. Vincent’s One Nineteen. l October 2014 | 13

HEALTH & FITNESS Timberline Golf Club in Calera.

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imberline Golf Club is excited to announce the arrival of the Hank Johnson School of Golf.

Head Golf Professional Joe Kruse approached the instruction staff at the Hank Johnson School of Golf to grow the game in and around Calera and the surrounding Birmingham communities.

“The addition of the Hank Johnson School of Golf has propelled Timberline to the forefront of golf instruction in the Birmingham area,” Kruse said. “If someone wants to learn how to play golf or wants to improve their game we want them to immediately think of Timberline and the Hank Johnson School of Golf. Hank and his staff have very high standards with their instruction,

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personalization, and professionalism, just as we have for all of our staff at Timberline.”

The school of golf began this summer by launching four summer camps beginning the first week of June. Scott Hassee, lead instructor for the school, loves kids and has a strong reputation for building excellent junior golf programs.

“I love teaching golf, especially to juniors. Kids are a sponge. Give them the right information and they’ll improve, make it fun and they’ll play for a lifetime,” Hassee said.

Teaching alongside him in the camps were Kruse PGA and the school’s Associate Instructor, Corey Fortner PGA and recent graduate of the PGA Golf

Management program at Mississippi State University.

Overseeing all of these programs as the director of instruction is the founder of the school of golf, Hank Johnson.

Johnson has been teaching the game for over 50 years, receiving dozens of accolades over that time, including the prestigious PGA Instructor of the Year award in 2004.

The Hank Johnson School of Golf will continue their strong start this fall by offering two weekly junior golf programs after school beginning in September.

To setup lessons or to sign up for these programs visit Timberlinegc.com or Hankjohnsonschoolofgolf.com or call 205.529.8546. l

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Dining and Nightlife Best Coffee Starbucks Multiple locations Starbucks.com Finalists: Kai’s Koffee Shop, Ground Up Coffee Best Bakery Edgar’s Bakery 499 Southgate Drive, Pelham 6801 Cahaba Valley Road, Suite 128, Birmingham Edgarsbakery.com Finalists: Delicious Bakery, Highland Gourmet Best Donut Shop Donut Joe’s 3199 Lee Street, Pelham 205-663-6006 Finalists: Donut Chef, Krispy Kreme Best Barbecue Jim N’ Nick’s 2831 Greystone Commercial Blvd., Birmingham 295 Alabaster Blvd., Alabaster Jimnnicks.com Finalists: Full Moon, Johnny Ray’s Best Burger Chubb’s Grub Station 410 1st Street SW, Alabaster Chubbsgrubstation.com 205-664-8696 Finalists: The Depot Deli and Grill, Tony’s Hot Dog Best Pizza Buck’s 251 Buck Creek Plaza, Alabaster Buckspizzaalabaster.com 205-358-3391 Finalists : Joe’s Italian, Mellow Mushroom Best Margarita Margarita Grill 234 Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham Themargaritagrill.com 205-982-7281 16 | ShelbyLiving.com

BEST OF THE BEST Finalists: Cozumel Grill, Zapopan Best Bar Rio’s Bar and Grill 2693 County Road 58, Helena Rioshelena.com 205-664-0366 Finalists: Papa Saia’s, Shelby’s Best Patio Dining Papa Saia’s 4300 Helena Road, Helena Papasaias.com 205-621-6161 Finalists: Margarita Grill, Pablo’s Restaurant Best Italian Food Joe’s Italian 21 Weatherly Club, Alabaster Joesitalianonline.com 205-663-4111 Finalists: Bellinis, Nino’s Best Mexican Food Cozumel Grill 2754 Pelham Parkway, Pelham 205-621-8886 Donut Joe’s

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BEST OF THE BEST Joe’s Italian

Finalist: Margarita Gril Best Asian Food Mizu 750 Colonial Promenade Parkway, Alabaster Mizuusa.com 205-621-8388 Finalists: Hunan Garden 2, Panda House Best Date Night Joe’s Italian 21 Weatherly Club, Alabaster Joesitalianonline.com 205-663-4111 Finalists: Fox Valley, Bellinis Best Caterer Home Plate Cooking 1915 County Road 58, Helena Homeplatecooking.com 205-621-6502 Finalists: Jim N’ Nick’s, Southern Sweets,

Health and Beauty Best Nail Salon Nail Star Multiple locations Finalists: Salon 5, Spa One Nineteen, Best Family Doctor Dr. Robert Snyder Cahaba Family Medicine 2508 Pelham Parkway, Pelham 205-664-0880 Finalists: Dr. J.D. Shugrue, Dr. Rhonda Carter Best Dentist Dr. Tim Nettles Columbiana Family Dentistry 21591 Alabama 25, Columbiana Columbiana Family Dentistry 205-669-6778

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Finalists: Alabaster Pediatric Dentistry, Calera Dental Center Best Hair Salon Salon 5 217 1st Street North, Alabaster 205-664-0053 Finalists: Hairway to Heaven, Seventh Heaven Best Spa Spa One Nineteen 7191 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham Onenineteen.com 205-408-6600 Finalists Santa Fe Day Spa,Salon 5 Best Fitness Center St. Vincent’s One Nineteen 7191 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham Onenineteen.com Finalists: Snap Fitness, Gold’s Gym Best Pharmacy Davis Drug 111 South Main Street, Columbiana

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Best Yoga St. Vincent’s One Nineteen 7191 Cahaba Valley Road, Hoover Onenineteen.com 205-408-6600 Finalists: YMCA, Pure Barre Best Massage Spa One Nineteen 7191 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham Onenineteen.com 205-408-6600 Finalists: Salon 5, Santa Fe Day Spa

Services Best Veterinarian Montevallo Animal Hospital 3872 Alabama 25, Montevallo Montevalloanimalclinic.com 205-665-4625 Finalists: Shelbiana Animal Clinic, North Shelby Animal Clinic Best Dry Cleaners Champion Cleaners Multiple locations Championcleaners.com

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Finalist: Ken’s Cleaners Best Pet Supply Store PetSmart Multiple locations Petsmart.com Finalists: Hollywood Feed, Alabama Pet Foods Best Florist MainStreet Florist 114 North Main Street, Columbiana 28 Manning Place, Mt Laurel Msflorist.com Finalists: Pelham Flowers, Helena Florist Best Plumber The Neighborhood Plumber 608 6th Avenue SW, Alabaster Theneighborhoodplumber.com 205-663-0612 Finalists: Total Plumbing, Funky Plumbing 205-620-4921 Best Photographer Fotowerks Custom Photography 635 Main Street, Montevallo Fotowerkscustomphotography.com 205-665-9970 Finalist: Gretchen B. Photography Best Interior Designer Renaissance Consignment 22 | ShelbyLiving.com

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Finalists: Networx, Wilson Computer

Finalist: Rosegate Design

Best City Park Orr Park Montevallo 205-665-9205

Best Moving Services Earl’s Moving Company Alabaster Earlsmovingcompany.com 205-620-9969 Finalists: Changing Spaces, Move Daddy Best Pest Control Cook’s Multiple locations Cookspest.com Finalists: FarmerGuard Pest Control, Rodger’s Pest Management Best Landscaping Company Wayne’s 2183 Parkway Lake Drive, Hoover Callwaynes.com 205-985-7009 Finalists: Alabama Turf Works, Helena Landscape Best Tech Repair Best Buy Multiple locations Bestbuy.com

Places

Finalists: Veterans Park, Buck Creek Park Best Winery Morgan Creek Vineyards and Winery 181 Morgan Creek Lane, Harpersville Morgancreekwinery.com 205-672-2053 Finalists: Vizzini Farms Winery, Ozan Vineyard and Wine Cellars Best Bed and Breakfast Columbiana Inn 306 East College Street, Columbiana Columbianainn.com 205-669-1450 Finalists: Fox and Pheasant Inn, Blue Spring Manor Best Golf Course Ballantrae Golf Club 1300 Ballantrae Club Drive, Pelham Ballantraegolf.com 205-620-4653 Finalists: Timberline Golf Club,

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BEST OF THE BEST Magnolia Meadows Golf Course Best Wedding Venue Douglas Manor 545 Chelsea Springs Drive, Columbiana Douglasmanorevents.com 205-369-8714 Finalists: American Village, Oak Island Best Farmers Market Helena Market Days 4151 Helena Road, Helena Helenamarket.blogspot.com Finalists: Montevallo Farmers Market , Alabaster Farmers Market Best Place for a Family Outing Oak Mountain State Park 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham Alapark.com/oakmountain 205-620-2524 Finalists: American Village, Buck Creek waterfall Best Place for a Kid’s Birthday Pump It Up 2724 Chandalar Place Drive, Pelham Pumpitupparty.com 205-663-4646 Finalists: Treetop Family Adventure, Chuck E. Cheese Best Place to Worship Church of the Highlands 1700 Lee Branch Lane, Birmingham 9013 Helena Road, Pelham Churchofthehighlands.com Finalists: Westwood Baptist, Kingwood Church Best Hotel Candlewood Suites 1004 Balmoral Drive, Alabaster Candlewoodsuites.com 205-620-0188 Finalist: Hampton Inn Best Private School (K-12) Kingwood Christian School 24 | ShelbyLiving.com

BEST OF THE BEST Covenant Classical School

1351 Royalty Drive, Alabaster Kingwoodchristianschool.com 205-663-3973 Finalists: Briarwood Christian School, Cornerstone Christian School Best Daycare Covenant Classical School 450 Huntley Parkway, Pelham Convenantclassical.com 205-620-2626 Finalists: Riverchase Kindercare, Chase Learning Center and Daycare Best Community Center Helena Community Center 816 Highway 52 East, Helena Helenaparkandrec.org 205-620-2877 Finalists: YMCA, Pelham Civic Complex Best Library Pelham Public Library October 2014 | 25

BEST OF THE BEST 3160 Pelham Parkway, Pelham Pelhamlibrary.com 205-620-6418 Finalists: Jane B. Holmes Public Library, Columbiana Public Library

Shopping Best Gift Shop Gifted 2643 Pelham Parkway, Pelham 205-624-3400 Finalists: Renaissance Consignment, Davis Drug

205-980-4471 Finalists: Academy Sports, Hibbett Sports Finalists: Helena Mercantile, Belk Best Furniture Store Alabama Furniture Market 100 Commercial Park Drive, Calera Alabamafurnituremarket.com 205-668-9995

Best Garden Center Myers Plants and Pottery 2935 Pelham Parkway, Pelham Myersplantsandpottery.com 205-663-6597

Finalists: Renaissance Consignment, Issis and Sons

Finalists: Cedar Creek Nursery, Lowe’s

Best Consignment Store Renaissance Consignment 6801 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham Renaissanceconsignment.com 205-980-4471

Best Grocery Store Publix Multiple locations Publix.com Finalists: Piggly Wiggly, Winn Dixie

Best Jewelry Store Paul’s Diamond Center 300 Colonial Parkway #300, Alabaster Paulsdiamondcenter.com 205-664-4400

Finalists: Encore Resales, Heart and Soul Best Hardware Store Lowe’s Multiple locations Lowes.com

Best Children’s Clothing Store Beka’s Boutique 4094 A Helena Road, Helena 205-621-9877

Finalists: Brown Lumber, Home Depot

Finalists: Southeastern Jewelers, Diamonds Direct

Finalists: Fireflies and Fairytales, Belk

Best Sporting Goods Store Dick’s Sporting Goods Multiple locations Dickssportinggoods.com

Best Women’s Clothing Store Renaissance Consignment 6801 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham Renaissanceconsignment.com Gifted

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Home and Finance Best Insurance Agent Rux Carter Insurance

BEST OF THE BEST 113 North Main Street, Columbiana Ruxcarterinsurance.com 205-669-3158

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Finalists: Craig Dorris, State Farm, Ryan Grace, Alfa Insurance Best Real Estate Agent Danielle Turner Keller Williams 205-605-1000 Finalists: Melanie Siow, RealtySouth Julie Smitherman, Bradford Real Estate Best Real Estate Company Keller Williams 750 Colonial Promenade, Alabaster Kw.com 205-605-1000 Finalists: RealtySouth, ReMax Best Bank Regions Multiple locations Regions.com Finalists: Wells Fargo, Bryant Bank

Auto

Best Auto Service Howard Tire Service 102 County Road 47, Columbiana 205-669-4509 Finalists: Alabaster Auto Services, The Garage, Express Oil Change Best New Car Dealer Ernest McCarty Ford 1471 1st Street North, Alabaster Emccartyford.com 205-663-3831 Finalists: MedCenter Mazda, Edwards Chevrolet Best Used Car Dealer Donohoo Auto 8122 Helena Road, Pelham Donohooauto.com 205-444-9333 October 2014 | 27

BEST OF THE BEST Alabastercityfest.com Finalists: Driver’s Way, Ernest McCarty Finalists: Buck Creek Festival, Liberty Day Best Car Wash Anthony’s Ultimate Express Car Wash 3037 Alabama 150, Hoover Anthonyscarwash.com 205-987-7878 Finalists: Marc-1 Car Wash, B lue Rain Express Car Wash Best Oil Change Express Oil Change 5046 Highway 17, Helena Expressoil.com 205-620-3175 Finalists: Moore Brothers Automotive, Howard Tire

Arts and Culture Best Annual Event Alabaster CityFest

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The Farm Life A fourth generation of Bakers maintains the family farm in Harpersville

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he Old Baker farm in Harpersville has seen a lot of changes in the past 100plus years, but one thing remains the same: The Baker name is still on the

mailbox.

Jerry Baker, along with his cousin, Sean Baker are the fourth generation to live on and work the farm bought by their great-grandfather sometime around 1891, and though they no longer hoe cotton all day or till crops with a team of mules, their roots are just as firmly planted in the rich 30 | ShelbyLiving.com

Shelby County soil as were their ancestors’.

The story of how the Bakers came to own the land is the stuff of legend. The story of how they are still here today, over 100 years later, is the story of hard work, dedication, a passion for farming and some smart business decisions.

Perhaps the first indication of the Baker business acumen came around 1887 when Jerry Baker’s great-grandfather bought a section of property that would become the Old Baker Farm.

“It was actually attached to the property where we are today,” Jerry said. “Later, around 1901, this land came up for sale. Well, my great-

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: A goat greets visitors at Old Baker Farm. The farm is home to a variety of livestock. A student checks out the farm during a hayride. Students husk corn during a field trip to the farm.

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: Students take a guided tour of Old Baker Farm in 2013. Students check out one of the 14 springs on the property.

granddaddy didn’t waste any time getting a letter off to my granddad, who lived in Centre at the time. The letter said, ‘You better get on the first train over here and come buy this place before somebody beats you to it. The best farm in the county is up for sale.”

Those words have proven prophetic and the letter’s sense of urgency well heeded. The property boasts two creeks, 14 springs and soil rich enough to raise everything from cotton and corn to pumpkins and Christmas trees. And, kids!

“Granddaddy raised 12 children,” said Jerry, who has 12 grandchildren of his own. “They had 14 people at the dinner table.”

His father Earl was one of those sitting at the table.

According to his son the elder Baker was active in running the farm until just a few years ago when he died at the age of 101. “He was a wonderful man, a great example to live by and a hard worker. He farmed with mules on this place for 60 years … wouldn’t even think of buying a tractor,” laughed Jerry. “Finally, somebody talked him into it and lo’ and behold he couldn’t get over how much more he could do with a tractor than a mule. I was about five years old at the time and, of course, I cried, because we had to get rid of the mules. They were some of my best friends.”

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ABOVE: Goats check out visitors to the Old Baker Farm.

crops and 100 acres of cotton. We used to have everything. We’ve had cows, pigs, and at one time, we had a thousand chickens. We were really in the egg business. Then, came 1975 when it came out that eggs were bad for you. That almost put us out of business. We nearly lost our farm.”

That’s when the Bakers knew in order for the farm to survive, they had to change directions.

“We didn’t have the availability of the land we once had, and some of the older ones that we leased the land from passed away. It got too expensive to grow the crops and we didn’t have quite enough land to pay for expense of growing it and still come out on the other end, explained Jerry The diversification he and his cousin Sean Baker decided on is a relatively new brand of farming in Alabama called agri-tourism, which according to Sean is “a catchy name that means bringing people in from outside the farm like school and church groups and the general public.”

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VISIT OLD BAKER FARM FALL HARVEST HOURS Sept. 27-Oct. 31 Monday-Friday 3 p.m.-dark Saturday from 9 a.m.-dark Sunday from 1 p.m.-dark

Visit Old Baker Farm for family-friendly fall fun, including Civil War reenactments, Indian festival dances, live music, pumpkin patch, corn maze, hay mountain and more. Admission includes pumpkin and all events except food, arts and crafts and horseback rides. Cost is $10 per person, free for kids under 2.

Entrance gates close at 5 p.m.

LIVING HISTORY DAY Friday, Oct. 24

Open only to school groups, grades 3 thru 6. Classes will meet Civil War living historians who will tell and demonstrate different aspects of one of the most influential wars in the United States. Demonstrations include artillery firing, infantry manual of arms, learning and participating in some basic infantry marching drills, cavalry, signal corps, and old fashion soap making.

WESTERN COWBOY DAY

Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m.-dark Sunday, Oct. 12 from 1 p.m.-dark Shootouts, Western Music, Hay Wagon Rides, Hay Mountain, Pumpkin Patch, & More! Kids should come dressed in Western attire for this fun event, which includes shootouts, Western music, hay wagon rides, hay mountain, pumpkin patch and more. Admission includes pumpkin and all events except food, arts and crafts and horseback rides. Cost is $10 per person, free for kids under 2. Entrance gates close at 5 p.m.

COTTON PICKIN’ CELEBRATION Saturday, Oct. 25 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 26 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Exhibitors from all over the South attend this Living History and Arts and Crafts Festival, including blacksmiths, woodworkers, wrought iron art, fabric and canvas artists and more. * For more information on events, visit Oldbakerfarm. com.

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down their own Christmas trees. The Bakers also offer Cowboy Days and Living History weekends.

Sean gives credit for opening up the farm to groups and the general public to his cousin, Jerry. “He said, ‘Hey, let’s try this, and sure enough it worked!”

“Both our dads thought we were crazy when they heard the word agri-tourism, laughed Sean.

“Their reaction was, ‘Why in the world would anybody pay to come out and look at a pasture?’”

But, pay they do. Jerry estimates the farm has seen about half a million visitors since their agritourism business began more than 20 years ago, but lest anybody be confused by the numbers, Sean insists the agri-tourism business is still just a way to make ends meet and keep the farm going. “People come out and see all the people here, sometimes as many as 7,400 a weekend and they think, ‘Wow, they must really be making a killing.’ It has worked well, but still, this is an expensive venture,” he said.

And, like any other farming operation the success or failure of a particular venture might lie solely in the hands of Mother Nature. For example, last year there was disaster in the pumpkin patch.

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“We lost the whole crop,” Jerry said. “We had too much rain and they all just rotted on the vine.

That meant we had to truck load in thousands of dollars worth pumpkins and that sure doesn’t do much for your bottom line.”

Though only a handful of Bakers still live on the farm these days, with many having moved away and gone on to other professions, the remaining Bakers know they can always count on their family to come back when they are needed, especially on those busy event weekends.

“Everybody on the family says sure we’ll pitch in,” Sean said. “We’re a close bunch and actually like each other.”

As for Jerry and Sean, they both say they can’t imagine any life other than farming. “We’re just trying to offer people something that has gone away,” Jerry said, “a touch of the past. You hardly ever see any old farms anymore. We’re offering something that’s unique that we want to share with people at a reasonable cost, a real old farm.” l

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Swamp

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Ebenezer Swamp is a wetland complex composed of approximately 120 acres.

The cardinal flower is a favorite among birds in the area.

Ebenezer Swamp Ecological Preserve boasts unique plant and animal species

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n Montevallo, just off County Road 24, sycamore and Tupelo gum trees shade a simple wooden boardwalk, which runs through the Ebenezer Swamp Ecological Preserve.

“The Swamp” immediately intrigued Dr. Mike Hardig when he joined the University of Montevallo as a professor of biology. The property was donated to the university in 1998, and Hardig—a botanist by trade—spent the following summer exploring the area.

“In the summer of ’99, I got myself some boots and a big stick—I’d heard about the Cottonmouths—and the first day, I walked in and I began exploring the swamp and it was a great treat,” Hardig said. “I’d never seen anything like it. It’s beautiful and the vegetation is amazing. I started thinking about how we could use the swamp to further our education program without dragging people through the muck with hip boots on.”

To that end, Hardig and others with the university decided to build a boardwalk where visitors could enjoy the swamp from above.

With federal money obtained by Congressman Spencer Bachus, the university constructed the first phase of the boardwalk, which spans 760 feet “about 6 or 7 years ago,” Hardig said.

To convince the congressman of the importance of the area, Hardig created conceptual artwork and spoke about the ecological importance of the swamp, but the turning point in the presentation came at the end of the day.

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Almost 1,000 feet of raised boardwalk runs through the swamp, enabling visitors to traverse the area safely.

More than 80 springs are located on the property

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“We brought them all out here and had them take off their jackets and put on boots, and we drug them into the swamp,” Hardig recalled. “They were amazed by the beauty as pretty much everyone is who comes out here. That’s how we got the federal money.”

A year ago, the university added approximately 400 feet of new boardwalk to make the trail extend more than 1,000 feet.

The entire length of boardwalk is ADA compliant, enabling all visitors to enjoy the beauty of the swamp safely and view a myriad of plant and animal species that call the classic upland hardwood swamp home.

Beavers, otters, wild turkeys, red-shouldered fox and all sorts of owls can be spotted in the area, which also shelters endangered plant species.

The eared coneflower, a delicate yellow plant that grows abundantly in the swamp, is currently being considered by the Fish and Wildlife Service for listing as an endangered species, and within Alabama the plant is considered “critically impaired,” with five or fewer viable populations of the plant in the state.

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The eared coneflower, currently being considered for listing as an endangered species, grows abundantly in the swamp.

A snake sticks its head out of the water at Ebenezer Swamp.

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The frog is one of three sculptures created for the area by University of Montevallo students.

listed endangered plant species, grows near a spring on the property. Though it cannot be viewed from the boardwalk, the narrow-leaved perennial produces bright yellow flowers and is “very healthy,” Hardig said.

The cardinal flower—a tall, thin plant with red blossoms— also dots the terrain and though it is not rare, it is a favorite among the hummingbirds that live in the area.

A giant egret, frog and dragonfly—designed and sculpted

by University of Montevallo art students led by Professor Ted Metz—are also nestled among the trees at the mouth of the trail.

The sculptures are made out of raw, recycled steel and are not coated or protected in any way, so the evolution of the sculptures mimics what happens naturally within the ecosystem of the swamp.

“It’s the idea of nutrients, elements returning to the soil to be incorporated by the plants and then by the animals and back into the soil,” Hardig said. “They will rust, oxidize and return to the soil.”

In 2006, the entire ecological preserve was threatened when the Middle Tennessee Land Development Company proposed a limestone quarry off Smokey Road, just adjacent to the swamp.

“We knew it would cause the swamp to go dry,” Hardig said, so the University of Montevallo Foundation and the University of Montevallo filed a lawsuit against the company.

After a two-week trial, Shelby County Judge Hub Harrington ruled in favor of the university’s contention that the quarry would be an unreasonable use of ground water and a private nuisance.

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“(The quarry) would have irrevocably damaged the swamp,” Hardig said. “The lawsuit was a major opportunity for everyone (in Montevallo) to pull together to a common end.”

Now safe from development, Ebenezer Swamp plays host to a number of educational groups, including Shelby County Youth Leadership groups, boy scout and brownie scout troops and Meadow View Elementary students.

Plans to expand the educational aspect of the swamp are currently in the works, with a visitor’s center next on the agenda.

The center will have terrarium with reconstructed habitats and hands-on educational devices, as well as living collections featuring animals native to the swamp.

“Want to see a Cottonmouth? You could actually get up close,” Hardig explained.

For Hardig, sharing the wonders of the swamp with students is a primary goal.

“I remember when I was a little kid going on a fieldtrip to a little park…I think it was a major point in my life, and what I want to do with this is create that experience for other kids coming up,” Hardig said. “Maybe the next E.O. Wilson will get their spark of interest here at Ebenezer Swamp.” l

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The Greater Shelby, Calera, Montevallo and South Shelby Chambers of Commerce are joining together to host a four-

Chamber SpeedNetworking event for members to expand their opportunities to connect! Participants are encouraged to bring a minimum 100+ business cards and be ready for a morning of fun, fast and free networking!

SpeedNetworking, sponsored by the YMCA in Alabaster, will be held on Wednesday, October 8 from 8:30AM until 10:00AM at the

Parnell Memorial Library, 277 Park Drive, Montevallo, AL 35115.

There is no cost to attend however reservations are requested by Monday,

October 6 to assist in preparation for the event.

Contact the Greater Shelby Chamber at 663-4542 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org.

Green Business Program Announces Certified Green Business Members The Greater Shelby Chamber’s Existing Business & Industry Work Group is excited to congratulate The UPS Store, Caldwell Mill / Valleydale in Hoover and Event Operations Group, Inc. on being approved as Certified Green Businesses.

The Green Business Program, sponsored by Trash Taxi of Alabama, LLC, is based on a point system in the categories of Waste Prevention, Recycling, Purchasing, Energy Conservation, Transportation, Water Conservation, and

Pollution. Each applicant has to receive a minimum of 20 points total to be designated as a “Certified Chamber Green Business.”

The purpose of this program is to recognize Shelby County businesses that are committed and engaged in

environmentally responsible operations and practices, also known as “green” business practices. The program will recognize these companies each year at the annual Industry Appreciation Event.

If your company is engaged in green practices

and is interested in applying for the Chamber’s Green Program Certification, the application can be found on the website, www. shelbychamber.org. For further questions please contact Brooke Story, brooke@shelbychamber.org or call the Chamber office at 205-663-4542, ext. 105.

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Join us on October 29 for the Annual Safety Awards luncheon, sponsored by 280 Living, as we honor public safety officials from throughout Shelby County. Each year we are privileged to recognize individuals who have demonstrated outstanding excellence in public safety. This is a time when we can personally give thanks to the fire, police and sheriff personnel, and honor them for the outstanding

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Congratulations to The Egg and I on its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony. This is its third restaurant to open in the Birmingham area and is located in the Arbor Place Shopping Center (across from Lee Branch).

service and sacrifices they make each day in keeping our respective communities a safe place to live, work, and play.

The luncheon will be held at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena, 500 Amphitheater Drive,

Pelham. RSVP required by noon, Monday, October 27.

Investment: Greater Shelby Chamber members $20, “Future� members $30. Register online at www.shelbychamber. org or call the Chamber office at 663-4542.

Members enjoyed meeting one another at the Chamber office and learning how to maximize their Chamber investment over lunch at the recent Membership Reception sponsored by RX Catering.

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Greater Shelby Chamber members enjoyed networking, coffee, refreshments, tours, door prizes and more offered by at the luxurious Retreat at Greystone, host of the recent CoffeeNet meeting.

Congratulations to Lucky Dog Grooming & Boutique in Mt. Laurel on holding a ribbon cutting ceremony to kick-off their official grand opening in which 100% of the proceeds made were donated to the Shelby Humane Society.

Flowerz N’ More in Alabaster held a grand opening ceremony and kicked off the event with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Alabaster Mayor Marty Handlon, city officials, family and friends joined in support.

Congratulations to Ernest McCarty Ford located in Alabaster on its regrand opening. They held an official ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the occasion and was joined in support by Mayor Marty Handlon, Alabaster city officials, and community.

Congratulations to Studio V Salon, Helena on its ribbon cutting ceremony and official grand opening. Owner Valyn was joined by the Studio V Salon team Sharron, Karletta, Tawanda and Dawn along with Helena city officials, family and clients.

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Breathe Easy: Creating a Safe Environment

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In a country where chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the fourth-leading cause of death, lung safety strategies are of the utmost importance. The lungs are very resilient and will last a lifetime if you take proper precautions and safety measures. Here are some helpful tips to ensure you breathe easy.

Deep Breaths: Begin and end your day by taking slow, deep breaths in a clean air environment. The lung is a large organ so when you take a full breath cycle, your chest should expand all the way down to your abdomen. When you exhale try to push as much air out as possible. Taking as few as five to ten deep cleansing breaths will increase blood flow, oxygen levels and give you more energy.

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same exercises that help your heart can also benefit your respiratory function. Moderate walking, jogging, running, swimming and cycling can all improve your cardiorespiratory function when you remember to breathe well while participating in these activities.

No Smoking: The number one enemy of respiratory health is cigarette smoke.

Studies have shown that secondhand smoke can be even worse and that thirdhand smoke, just being in the same environment with smokers, is dangerous.

Outdoor Pollution: Be aware of the air quality in your outdoor environments. Ozone and other pollutants can make being outside an unhealthy activity. You can view the U.S. government website, www. airnow.gov to get explanations

of Air Quality Index (AQI) numbers and up-to-date information about air quality in your area.

Indoor Pollution: Take measures to keep the air clean while you are indoors. Have your house inspected for radon exposure. Be aware of mold, pet dander and smoke from the fireplace. There are also harsh chemicals found in air fresheners, candles, aerosol sprays and household cleaners. Start taking preventative measures in your household by using items that clean your air such as beeswax candles, charcoal filters, plants, and non-toxic cleaners. Improve ventilation by changing air filters often and by opening windows on clean air days.

Fresh Air at Work: Make sure you wear protective equipment when working in dusty environments or with chemicals. When at all possible choose safe products

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Eat Your Greens: Research published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute suggests that eating cruciferous vegetable foods high in antioxidants, not supplements, can greatly decrease the risk of lung cancer. Examples of these foods are broccoli, bok choy, kale, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, and arugula.

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Chamber’s 5th Annual Sporting Clay Shoot to be held at Selwood Farm on November 6 The Greater Shelby Chamber is holding its 5th Annual Sporting Clay Shoot on November 6 at Selwood Farm, Alpine. Calling all Sporting Clay enthusiasts, beginners & experts, to test your skills on the Five Star Range course at Selwood Farm! The 14 station course is designed for pleasure and enjoyment in the great outdoors.

Registration and breakfast opens at 8:15AM and the shoot starts at 9:00AM. Lunch will be served after the round is completed.

Teams ($400), individuals ($100) which includes: course, two meals, and two drink tickets per person and golf carts for each team. Additional sponsorships are available on a first-

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On November 8, the “American Legacy Tour” concert featuring Confederate Railroad, Ronnie McDowell, The Florida Boys and other national performers will be held at WorkPlay.

Tickets for this fast-moving concert full of great music will go on-sale in a few weeks for $25 per person, but

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On October 7, the Chamber’s Go & Grow Workshop -- sponsored by Charter Business and facilitated by Michael Smith of The Great, The Good and The Gone -will provide strategies and

action steps for owners and top managers on managing their business’ money. Topics covered during this handson and interactive workshop include:  How To Raise Capital,  Managing Cash Flow,  Owning Your Profit &

Loss.

The workshop will be from 11:30AM-2:00PM at the Chamber. The investment for this workshop is $10 per person for Chamber members ($20 for “Future” members) and includes lunch.

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make reservations by Monday, October 6 for this workshop via the Chamber’s website (www. shelbychamber.org) or by calling 663-4542.

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Lisa McMahon Warren, Averett, LLC (Chair-Elect) Paul Rogers (Vice Chair, Business Development) John D. Browning Cahaba Valley Computer Services, LLC (Vice Chair, Communications) April Weaver Shelby Baptist Medical Center (Vice Chair, Community & Workforce Development) Keith Barfield Barfield, Murphy, Shank & Smith (Vice Chair, Finance & Administration) Keith Brown Jefferson State Community College (Vice Chair, Membership & Marketing) David L. Nolen Renasant Bank (Immediate Past Chair)

Tim Bowen (2015) Alabama Power Company David Platt (2015) Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama James E. Purvis (2015) A.C. Legg, Inc. Charlie Stevens (2015) Thompson Tractor, Inc. Tim Benefield (2016) Buffalo Rock Company Linda Cencula (2016) Alabama Telco Credit Union

David Schlueter (2014) Buck Creek Stained Glass

business cards. There is no cost to attend, however, reservations are requested by Monday, October 13 to assist in preparation. Please contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542 or register online at www.shelbychamber.org.

Steve Chapman (2016) Alabama Gas Corporation Kathy Copeland (2016) White Rock Quarries — Vincent Hills Bruce Fryer (2016) Lhoist North America Gregg Maercker (2016) First Commercial Bank Chris Grace (*) Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc. Amanda Mundy (*) Cardiovascular Associates

Directors Katie McDowell (2014) Shelby County Newspapers, Inc.

Be sure to mark your calendar for Tuesday, October 14 and join us at Montevallo Place Apartments in Alabaster from 8:30AM - 9:30AM for CoffeeNet! The morning meeting is designed for members to enjoy networking, coffee, and light refreshments -- all before heading to the office.

CoffeeNet events are a great way to make new business contacts so bring plenty of

Sam Tucker (*) Charter Business (*) Serving a one-year term in 2014.

Michael Smith (2014) The Great, The Good, and The Gone

Contact Us Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 1301 County Services Drive, Pelham, Alabama 35124 Office: (205) 663-4542

info@shelbychamber.org

Fax: (205) 663-4524

www.shelbychamber.org

Ambassador of the Month Congratulations to Maggie Braden for earning the designation as Ambassador of the Month. Maggie is the membership director at the Pelham YMCA and began with the Birmingham YMCA in 2005. The YMCA believes that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve through youth development programs such as healthy living and social responsibility. Her role in youth development includes member recruitment and engagement as well as awarding scholarships to families in the community who otherwise would not be able to participate due to financial constraints.

Becoming an Ambassador for the Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce has enabled her to extend the YMCA’s reach through networking with a wide variety of people, businesses and other community

agencies.

Maggie was born in Birmingham, attended school in Snellville, GA and returned to Alabama to attend Auburn University for two years finishing her nursing degree at UAB. She is married to Nick and they have five four-legged children, all rescues! In her free time she enjoys spending time outdoors, anything associated with college football (War Eagle) and relaxing with her husband, family and friends.

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Officers Bill Keller Regions Bank (Chair)

Join the Chamber for “CoffeeNet” at Montevallo Place Apartments

GSCC Events

Find more details of what you can expect about any event listed by visiting the Greater Shelby County Chamber’s website at: www.shelbychamber.org.

Register for events online at www.shelbychamber.org or the Chamber office 663-4542.

CANCELLATION POLICY REMINDER: If a reservation is made for a paying event and you are unable to attend, you will be charged for the event unless a cancellation request is made at least TWO business days prior to the event.

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Ambassadors Work Group 11:30AM - 1:00PM Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham Small Business Work Group 4:00PM - 5:00PM Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham Go & Grow Workshop “Managing The Money” 11:30AM - 2:00PM Presented by Michael Smith, The GREAT, The GOOD, and The GONE Sponsor: Charter Business Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham RSVP requested by Monday, October 6 as lunch will be served.

Investment: Members $10, “Future” members $20.

SpeedNetworking Times FOUR Chambers 8:30AM - 10:00AM Parnell Memorial Library, 277 Park Drive, Montevallo No cost.

RSVP requested by Monday, October 6.

“Keeping It Real” 8:00AM - 1:00PM Oak Mountain High School Volunteers needed.

Contact Keyla Handley, keyla@shelbychamber.org or call 663-4540, ext. 106 Health Services Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham CoffeeNet 8:30AM - 9:30AM Montevallo Place Apartments, 1740 Woodbrook Trail, Alabaster No cost. RSVP requested by Monday, October 13.

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Existing Business & Industry Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc., 3535 Grandview Parkway, Suite 500, Birmingham Board of Directors’ Meeting 8:15AM - 9:30AM Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham Entrepreneur Rountable I 8:00AM - 10:00AM

Education Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM Shelby County Instructional Services Center, 601 First Street South, Alabaster Network 280 4:00PM - 6:00PM Dixie Fish Company, 101 Resource Ctr Pkway, Birmingham Investment: Members $10, “Future” members $20.

Includes: Hot, heavy hors d’oeuvres and two complimentary beverages.

RSVP requested by Monday, October 20.

Governmental Affairs Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM Sain Associates, Two Perimeter Park South, Ste 500 East, Birmingham Membership Program - Annual Safety Awards Sponsor: 280 Living Doors open at 11:00AM. Program 11:30AM - 1:00PM. Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Rd., Pelham RSVP requested by noon, Monday, October 27.

Investment: Members $20, “Future” members $30.

If you are interested in discussing advertising opportunities contact

Rhett at 669-3131 or email rhett.mccreight@shelbycoutyreporter.com.

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of Shelby County Businesses This Who’s Who Quarterly Directory lists member organizations of the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce by primary category of business.

Through their voluntary membership involvement, these organizations are investing in and supporting the Chamber’s program of work that is helping to make Shelby County an even better place to live and do business. As a result, the Chamber considers these organizations to be the most community-minded and successful businesses in Shelby County and strongly encourages you to do business with them.

Bold face = ShelbyOne Investors As of August 28, 2014

ALTERATIONS

By George (205) 663-7004 alterationsbygeorge.com

ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES Maplewood Lane Assisted Living (205) 620-2905 maplewoodlane.com

Cooke, Cameron, Travis & Company, PC (205) 988-8810

APARTMENTS & LEASING SERVICES Central Shelby, Ltd. (205) 668-2020

Ridge View at Meadowbrook (205) 991-8900

Essential Solutions, LLC (205) 663-8686 essential-solutions.biz Graham and Associates, CPA (205) 663-6673 grahamandassoc.net H&H Accounting, Inc. (205) 664-5187 I.H. McNeill, III, PC (205) 982-2664 ihmcneill.com Mallory Jackson and Associates, PC (205) 939-1978 mahco.com Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC (205) 445-2880 mjcpa.com Michael Golden CPA, P.C. (205) 585-5735 michaelgoldencpa.com Till, Hester, Eyer & Brown, PC (205) 871-9855 thebcpa.com Warren Averett LLC (205) 979-4100 wakm.com ADVERTISING & MARKETING SERVICES Charter Media (205) 298-1600 chartermedia.com Fusion One Marketing (205) 790-1519 fusiononemarketing.com HallMarketing, LLC (205) 383-7005 hallmarketingllc.com Highlands Digital Media (205) 965-9953 hdmAds.com Means Advertising, Inc. (205) 271-9980 meansadv.com Meridian Graphics (205) 746-1188 myhelenacitynews.com Plexamedia, Inc. (256) 547-0805 plexamedia.com Turner Promotions (205) 983-2167 anindooradvantage.com ADVERTISING SPECIALTIES Crown Trophy (205) 621-7393 crowntrophy.com Junior Davis & Associates, Inc. (205) 620-9961 juniordavis.com After School Learning Program Mathnasium of Inverness Corners (205) 437-3322 mathnasium.com/invernesscorners

Cole Companies, Inc/Meadow Wood Apartments (205) 663-1101 colecompanies.com Inverness Cliffs (205) 991-0631 spm.net Lakes at Inverness (205) 991-9060 lakesatinverness.com Madison At Shoal Run Apartment Homes (205) 991-0200 madisonapartmenthomes.com Montevallo Place Apartments (205) 663-2824 montevalloplace.com Parc at Cahaba River (205) 298-7277 parcatcahabariver.com Parc at Grandview (205) 536-7272 parcatgrandview.com Retreat at Greystone Apartments (205) 983-7833 retreatatgreystone.com River Place on the Cahaba (205) 991-9507 riverplaceonthecahaba.com The Huntley Apartments (205) 621-7062 Village Green (214) 431-3083 villagegreen.com Wellington Manor Apartments (205) 621-0811 wellingtonmanorapts.com ARCHITECTS Barry Davis Architects, PC (205) 444-1112 BarryDavisArchitects.com Lathan Associates Architects, PC (205) 988-9112 lathanassociates.com Paradigm Architecture, Inc. (205) 403-2742 paradigm-arch.com TRO Jung/Brannen, Inc. (205) 324-6744 www.trojb.com

ASSOCIATIONS & ORGANIZATIONS Alabama Association of Nonprofits (205) 879-4712 alabamanonprofits.org Aldridge Botanical Gardens (205) 682-8019 aldridgegardens.com Better Business Bureau (205) 558-2222 birmingham-al.bbb.org Birmingham Duplicate Bridge Club (205) 560-0706 bridgewebs.com/birmingham Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builders (205) 912-7000 birminghambuilder.com ATTORNEYS Aaron Law Firm (205) 685-8383 aaronlawfirm.com Alabama Law Services, LLC (205) 419-4414 alabamalawservices.com Allison, May & Kimbrough, LLC (205) 991-6367 allisonmay.com Balch & Bingham, LLP (205) 488-5519 balch.com Elizabeth A. Roland, P.C. (205) 620-1278 elizabethroland.com Gina H. McDonald & Associates, LLC (205) 982-3325 ginamcdonaldlaw.com Holliman Estate Planning & Elder Law, LLC (205) 663-0281 hollimanlaw.com J. Timothy Smith P.C. (205) 823-1650 custodyattorney.com/timsmith RichardsonClement PC (205) 572-4100 richardsonclement.com Scott, Sullivan, Streetman & Fox PC (205) 967-9675 sssandf.com Scozzaro Law, LLC (205) 624-3367 scozzarolaw.com

ART AND PAINTING CLASSES Joanne Fogle Art (205) 901-1123 joannefogleart.com

Sirote & Permutt, PC (205) 930-5100 sirote.com

South City Theatre (205) 621-2128 southcitytheatre.com

The Closing Agency, LLC (205) 912-8248 theclosingagency.org

ART GALLERY Blue Phrog Gallery (205) 665-3766

The Schilleci Law Firm, LLC (205) 978-4211 schillecilaw.com

Ice & Coal Gallery (205) 260-8913 iceandcoalgallery.com

Wallace, Jordan, Ratliff & Brandt, LLC (205) 870-0555 wallacejordan.com

AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING Mountain Heating & Cooling, Inc. (205) 663-0293

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ACCOUNTING Barfield, Murphy, Shank & Smith, LLC (205) 982-5500 bmss.com

Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce AUCTION Gallery 31 at Riverchase (205) 783-1117 auctionzip.com Granger, Thagard & Associates, Inc. (205) 326-0833 gtauctions.com AUDIO/VIDEO EXPERIENCE FOR BUSINESS Lighting & Lamp (205) 271-1423 lightingandlamp.com Switch Audio Video (205) 266-7983 switch-av.com AUTOMOBILE CAR WASH Blue Rain Express Car Wash (205) 874-6460 blueraincarwash.com

Who’s Who of Shelby County Businesses

AUTOMOBILE DEALERS DonohooAuto, LLC (205) 769-3114 donohooauto.com Edwards Chevrolet - 280 Inc. (205) 980-3325 chevyman.com Ernest McCarty Ford, Inc (205) 663-3831 emccartyford.com Hendrick Chevrolet (205) 823-5120 commercialtruckssoutheast.com Riverchase Kia (205) 987-6518 riverchasekia.com Southtown Motors (205) 663-4590 southtownmotors.com Story Automotive, LLC (205) 332-3801 storyautomotive.com Susan Schein Automotive Group (205) 664-1491 susanschein.com Transportation South, Inc. (205) 663-2287 transportationsouth.com AUTOMOBILE RENTAL Enterprise Rent-A-Car (205) 403-7455 enterprise.com AUTOMOBILE REPAIR Cahaba Tire (205) 663-0433 cahabatire.com Cassady & Self Glass Company (205) 252-4284 cassadyandselfglass.com Empire Autohaus (205) 664-5757 empireautohaus.com Express Oil Change & Service Center (205) 945-1771 expressoil.com Melton Automotive (205) 663-8088 meltonautomotive.com NAPA Auto Parts - Pelham (205) 987-5815 napaonline.com Texaco Xpress Lube (205) 980-1510

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Tire Engineers of Pelham (205) 663-4450 tireengineers.com

The GREAT, The GOOD, and The GONE (205) 568-2526 thegreatthegoodandthegone.com

AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURER AGC Automotive Americas (205) 685-1000

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Professional Translations Inc. (888) 546-1422 professionaltranslations-inc.com

AUTOMOTIVE RETAIL NAPA Auto Parts - Alabaster (205) 621-5627 napaonline.com O’Reilly Auto Parts of Pelham (205) 620-9394 oreillyauto.com BAKERY Donut Joes (205) 663-6006 donutjoes.com Emily’s Heirloom Pound Cakes (205) 937-7392 emilysheirloompoundcakes.com Highland Gourmet Scone Company (205) 991-0442 highlandgourmet.com K&J’s Elegant Pastries (205) 663-4827 kjselegantpastries.com Kiki’s Kickin’ Cakes (205) 991-5006 kikiskickincakes.com BARBER SHOPS SportClips Haircuts (205) 613-6959 sportclips.com BEAUTY SALONS Chique Wigs (205) 276-2347 chiquewigs.com Hair Expressions (205) 991-1646 hairexpressionsusa.com Hairway to Heaven, LLC (205) 664-7770 Shear Grace Salon (205) 664-9888 Studio V Salon (205) 620-4886 studiovhelena.com BEVERAGE Ground Up Coffee & Smoothies (205) 678-3899 Kai’s Koffee (205) 352-2290 acupofkai.weebly.com Vineyard Brands, Incorporated (205) 980-8802 vineyardbrands.com BEVERAGE - DISTRIBUTOR Buffalo Rock Company (205) 940-9799 buffalorock.com BOWLING ALLEY Oak Mountain Lanes (205) 403-7466 oakmountainlanes.com BUSINESS & PERSONAL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT Alabama Technology Network (205) 856-8000 atn.org Renaissance Enterprises (205) 271-9732

BUSINESS FURNISHINGS Business Electronics (205) 942-6007 businesselectronics.com DeKalb Office Alabama (205) 281-2958 dekalboffice.com

Christ Church United Methodist (205) 991-5065 CLOTHING RETAIL & ACCESSORIES America’s Thrift Store (205) 664-0777 americasthrift.com Gameday in Style (205) 637-7003 gamedayinstyle.com Helena Mercantile (205) 663-0060 lj’s boutique (205) 746-5198 shopljsboutique.com

CARPET & RUG CLEANING Heaven’s Best Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning (205) 618-9150 heavensbestofbirmingham.com

The Cuckoo’s Nest (205) 678-7220

Prestige Floor Care (205) 383-5196 pfccleaning.com

COMMUNICATIONS - WIRE & CABLE INSTALLATION Charter Business (205) 824-5414 charterbusiness.com

CATERING SERVICES Christian Catering Company, Inc. (205) 790-2053 Relish 205 (205) 612-9135 relish205.com Rx Catering (205) 822-2837 rxcatering.net The Happy Catering Co. (205) 251-8925 happycatering.net Yellow Bicycle Catering (205) 834-5871 yellowbicyclecatering.com CELLULAR EQUIPMENT & SERVICE Cellular Sales Verizon Wireless (205) 822-2526 Verizon Wireless 280 Store (205) 991-9229 Opt. 3 verizonwireless.com CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce (205) 663-4542 shelbychamber.org

King’s Ranch and Hannah Homes, Inc (205) 678-8331 kingsranch.org Leadership Shelby County (205) 665-6007 leadershipshelbycounty.com

COMMUNITY/SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS AARP (334) 954-3065 aarp.org

SBA - Alabama District Office (205) 290-7101 sba.gov/al

Adaptive Aquatics (205) 807-7519 adaptiveaquatics.org Alabaster Arts Council (205) 664-9273 alabastercityfestonline.com Alabaster-Pelham Rotary Club (205) 408-7620 American Cancer Society (800) ACS-2345 cancer.org American Diabetes Association (205) 870-5172 diabetes.org

Chelsea Chiropractic & Acupuncture (205) 678-1000 chelseafamilychiro.com

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham, Inc. (205) 939-5590 bbbsbhm.org

CHURCHES Alabaster First United Methodist Church (205) 663-0509 alabasterfumc.org

Junior Achievement of Greater Birmingham (205) 290-9365 birmingham.ja.org

Owens House (205) 669-3333 owenshousecac.org

American Red Cross Blood Svs, AL Region (205) 994-7700 redcrossblood.org

The FARM: Functional Athletic Rehabilitation Medicine (205) 419-1595 chirofarm.com

Jeremiah Castille Foundation (251) 621-3375 castillefoundation.org

Sullivan Communications, Inc. (205) 988-5522 sullivancomm.com

CHIROPRACTIC CARE Central Alabama Clinic of Chiropractic (205) 358-3515

The Chiropractic Center (205) 668-1942

High Noon ‘’STRESS BUSTER’’ (205) 370-7541 hnstressbuster.com

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers (205) 943-6000 lifesouth.org

American Red Cross - Shelby Svs Ctr (205) 987-2793 www.alredcross.org

Ted L. Smith, Chiropractor D.C. (205) 444-9484

Greater Birmingham Humane Society (205) 397-8522 gbhs.org

COMMUNICATIONS - WIRELESS SouthernLINC Wireless (205) 992-6166 southernlinc.com

CHECK RECOVERY CheckMate (205) 608-3929

Modern Chiropractic (205) 621-2221 modern-chiropractic.com

Governor’s Commission on Physical Fitness & Sports (205) 602-0907 physicalfitness.alabama.gov

Boy Scouts of America - Greater Alabama Council (205) 969-4244 1bsa.org Developing Alabama Youth Foundation (205) 664-1600 thedayprogram.com Disability Rights and Resources (205) 251-2223 drradvocates.org Easter Seals of the Birmingham Area (205) 942-6277 eastersealsbham.org Gateway Shelby County (205) 510-2780 gway.org

SCORE (205) 264-8425 score.org Shelby County Arts Council (205) 669-0044 shelbycountyartscouncil.com Shelby County Community Corrections (205) 669-8965 Shelby County Community Services 669-3740 www.shelbyal.com Shelby County Humane Society (205) 669-3916 shelbyhumane.org Shelby County Republican Party (205) 994-6497 shelbycountygop.org Shelby Emergency Assistance (205) 665-1942 shelbyemergencyassistance.com The Arc of Shelby County (205) 664-9313 thearcofshelby.org The Jimmie Hale Mission (205) 323-5878 jimmiehalemission.com The Salvation Army (205) 663-7105 birminghamsalvationarmy.org United Way of Central Alabama (205) 251-5131 uwca.org Vineyard Family Services (205) 533-7852 vfsdads.com Workshops, Incorporated (205) 592-9683 workshopsinc.com

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COMPUTER Great New Day Internet Solutions, LLC (205) 939-3565 greatnewday.com COMPUTER SERVICES & SOLUTIONS Ascend Web Development (205) 203-9101 ascendwebdevelopment.com Cahaba Valley Computer Services, LLC (205) 980-9903 www.cvcsllc.com DLD Business Solutions, Inc. (205) 533-9458 dldbsi.com Personal Computer Consulting (205) 621-9304 QueCentric LLC (205) 332-1688 quecentric.com COMPUTER SOFTWARE Lewis Computer Consulting Group, Inc. (205) 533-6114 CONSIGNMENT Consigned Design (205) 664-7540 Easy Street Resale (205) 637-3313 easystreetresale.com Washed by the Water Children’s Consignment (205) 243-5731 washedbythewater.com CONSTRUCTION Adams Homes, LLC (205) 620-1173 adamshomes.com Blair Remodeling (205) 991-8555 blairremodeling.com Customwork Construction Solutions, LLC (205) 403-4559 customworkconstruction.com Dunn Construction Company, Inc. (205) 592-3866 dunnconstruction.com Hoar Construction, LLC (205) 803-2121 hoarllc.com Hoar Program Management (205) 423-3500 hoarpm.com M.J. Harris, LLC (205) 380-6800 mjharris.com Roy Martin Companies (205) 621-6333 Winston Contracting, LLC (205) 620-6110 Wiregrass Construction Co., Inc. (205) 620-4132 wiregrassconstruction.com CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT - SALES AND SERVICE DeShazo Crane Company (205) 664-2006 deshazo.com Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. (205) 664-4833 thompsontractor.com

CONSULTING Southern Craft Consulting (205) 516-3122 southerncraftconsulting.com CONVENIENCE STORES Sunny Food Stores (205) 403-0456 CREDIT CARD & ELECTRONIC FUND SERVICES Clearent, LLC (205) 470-9710 clearent.com Payscape Advisors (205) 591-0981 payscapeadvisors.com CUSTOM STAINED GLASS Buck Creek Stained Glass (205) 541-3322 buckcreekglass.com DANCE SCHOOL Studio Vive, LLC (205) 685-8483 mystudiovive.com DENTAL Alabama Oral & Facial Surgery (205) 682-1099 alabamaoralsurgery.com Albritton & Ardovino Family Dentistry (205) 664-7610 aaFamilyDental.com Benjamin A. Crunk, DDS, LLC (205) 665-2031 crunkdds.com Calera Dental Center, P.C. (205) 620-3312 caleradentalcenter.com Canales Orthodontics (205) 621-1111 canalesortho.com H. Keith Miller DMD, PC (205) 982-8955 Indian Springs Pediatric Dentistry (205) 739-7773 indianspringskidsdentistry.com Kari Bartlett DMD, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry (205) 663-6545 North Shelby Dental Studio (205) 278-3316 davidcowandmd.com Shelby Pediatric Dentistry (205) 419-7444 shelbypediatric.com Thomas E. Dudney, DMD, PC (205) 663-6545 thomasdudney.com DEVELOPERS Cane Creek, LLC (205) 870-8580 Clayton Management, LLC (205) 621-0809 Creed, Incorporated (205) 621-0809 DIRECT MAIL MARKETING Mspark (205) 620-6200 mspark.com DISTRIBUTORS Avanti Polar Lipids (205) 663-2494 avantilipids.com

Brownlee-Morrow Company, Inc. (205) 991-7222 bmeco.com

Indian Springs School (205) 988-3350 indiansprings.org

Rain Bird Corporation (205) 739-5207 rainbird.com

ITT Technical Institute (205) 497-5700 itt-tech.edu

DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES Gone for Good Secure Document Destruction (205) 943-5252 ucpgoneforgood.com

Jefferson State Community College (205) 520-5900 jeffstateonline.com

Lambert Record Center (205) 224-5711 lambertrecordcenter.com Stewart Organization (205) 969-3000 stewartorg.com/birmingham Vital Records Control of Alabama (205) 668-0554 vitalrecordscontrol.com DRY CLEANING SERVICES Champion Cleaners of Calera (205) 668-4727 championcleaners.com Champion Cleaners of Hoover (205) 408-2797 championcleaners.com EAR NOSE & THROAT ENT for KIDS Alabama (205) 874-9436 entforkidsalabama.com ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (205) 943-4700 Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham (205) 251-8139 rpcgb.org Shelby County Economic Development Authority (205) 620-6640 sceida.org EDUCATION - RECREATION/ ENRICHMENT Alabama 4H Center (205) 669-4241 alabama4hcenter.org American Village (205) 665-3535 americanvillage.org McWane Science Center (205) 714-8372 mcwane.org EDUCATION - SCHOOLS Alabaster City Board of Education (205) 663-8400 alabasterschools.org AVEDA Institute Birmingham (205) 769-3500 avedainstitutesbb.com Brown Mackie College (205) 909-1500 brownmackie.edu Cornerstone Christian School (205) 669-7777 cornerstonechargers.com Covenant Classical Schools & Daycare (205) 620-2626 covenantclassical.com Faulkner University (205) 879-5588 faulkner.edu

Kingwood Christian School (205) 663-3973 kingwoodchristianschool.com Pelham City Schools (205) 620-6527 pelhamcityschools.org Shelby County Board of Education (205) 682-7000 shelbyed.k12.al.us

Atkins (205) 969-3776 northamerica.atkinsglobal.com Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc. (205) 298-6074 bargewaggoner.com Neel-Schaffer, Inc. (205) 397-3800 neel-schaffer.com Sain Associates, Inc. (205) 940-6420 sain.com ENTERTAINMENT Oak Mountain Amphitheatre (205) 985-4900 theoakmountainamphitheater.com

Shelby County Instructional Services Center (205) 682-5910 shelbyed.k12.al.us/schools

ENVIRONMENTAL - WASTE MANAGEMENT Amwaste LLC (205) 313-0423

Shelby County School of Technology - Career Technical Center (205) 682-6650 shelbyed.k12.al.us/schools/sot

EQUIPMENT RENTAL Trigreen Equipment (205) 605-0412 trigreenequipment.com

Shelby County Schools Education Foundation (205) 682-5255 shelbyedfoundation.org

ESTATE PLANNING Eversole Law, LLC (205) 981-2450 eversolelawfirm.com

University of Montevallo (205) 665-6230 montevallo.edu University of Phoenix - Birmingham Campus (205) 421-1202 phoenix.edu EDUCATION-TRAINING AND TUTORING Grade Power Learning (205) 620-2373 gradepowerlearning.com LearningRx (205) 970-2070 learningrx.com/birmingham-south Tutor Doctor of Birmingham (205) 789-7574 hometutoringbirmingham.com ELECTRICAL SERVICES Inline Electric & Lighting Showroom (205) 982-7511 inlinelighting.com Marcum Electric, Incorporated (205) 664-1415 ELECTRONICS RETAILER Dixie Satellite (205) 663-2746 dixiesatellite.com EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION Lifeguard Ambulance Service (205) 933-1911 lifeguardambulance.com EMPLOYMENT - AGENCIES & SERVICES Alabama Career Center System of Alabaster (205) 663-2542 joblink.alabama.gov/ada Express Employment Professionals (205) 981-1141 SBirminghamAL.ExpressPros.com Manpower (205) 823-2765 manpower.us ENGINEERS AECOM Transportation (205) 970-0744 aecom.com

EVENT ESPN/BBVA Compass Bowl (205) 733-3776 bbvacompassbowl.com EVENT & MEETING SPACE Cahaba Grand Conference Center (205) 443-6767 cahabagrand.com Jacob’s Corner (205) 406-8000 jacobscornerevents.com Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena (205) 620-6448 pelhamciviccomplex.com Pelham Event Center (205) 202-1306 pelhameventcenter.com EVENT PLANNING Apex Valet & Rare Transportation (205) 991-0532 apexvalet.com EXTENDED STAY AHI Corporate Housing (205) 987-7797 theahigroup.com Homewood Suites Birmingham Riverchase (205) 637-2900 homewoodsuites.com EYE CARE Jill K. Meyer, MD (205) 663-3937 Pelham Eye Care (205) 664-1575 pelhameyecare.com Schaeffer Eye Center of Inverness (205) 995-2020 schaeffereyecenter.com Schaeffer Eye Center of Mountain Brook (205) 802-2020 schaeffereyecenter.com Schaeffer Eye Center of Pelham (205) 987-2020 schaeffereyecenter.com

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Zamora Shrine Center (205) 956-3636 zamoratempleonline.com

Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce Schaeffer Eye Center of the Colonnade (205) 967-2020 schaeffereyecenter.com Schaeffer Eye Center of Vestavia Hills (205) 979-2020 schaeffereyecenter.com Sight Savers America (205) 942-2627 sightsaversamerica.org Vision Source - Dr. Michael Blackburn, Optometrist (205) 980-5152 VisionSource-Blackburn.com FACILITY MANAGEMENT Championship Enterprises Inc. (205) 621-8415 championshipenterprises.com FINANCIAL COACHING & CONSULTING Trustway (205) 451-1945 adefiniteplan.com

Who’s Who of Shelby County Businesses

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS Alabama Telco Credit Union (205) 620-2332 alatelco.org Alabama Telco Credit Union (205) 621-4262 alatelco.org Alabama Telco Credit Union (205) 437-3696 alatelco.org Alabama Telco Credit Union (205) 985-2864 alatelco.org Aliant Bank of Alabaster (205) 408-2070 aliantbank.com Aliant Bank of Inverness (205) 408-2000 aliantbank.com America’s First Federal Credit Union of Inverness (205) 995-0001 amfirst.org

First Commercial Bank of Alabaster (205) 868-6140 firstcommercialbank.com First United Security Bank (205) 668-0425 firstusbank.com First United Security Bank (205) 669-3550 firstusbank.com First United Security Bank (205) 672-8752 firstusbank.com HeritageBank of the South - Pelham (205) 620-1126 eheritagebank.com HeritageBank of the South - Chelsea (205) 678-2265 eheritagebank.com iBERIABANK (205) 414-3660 iberiabank.com Legacy Community Federal Credit Union (205) 930-5000 legacycreditunion.com Legacy Community Federal Credit Union (205) 930-5000 legacycreditunion.com Legacy Community Federal Credit Union Corporate (205) 933-9933 legacycreditunion.com Mutual Savings Credit Union of Pelham (205) 682-6345 mutualsavings.org Mutual Savings Credit Union of Riverchase (205) 682-1167 mutualsavings.org National Bank of Commerce (205) 313-2100 nationalbankofcommerce.com Regions Financial NA (205) 264-4993 regions.com

America’s First Federal Credit Union of Pelham (205) 663-1945 amfirst.org

Regions Financial of Alabaster @ Hwy 31 (205) 716-1640 regions.com

BancorpSouth Bank (205) 408-1954 bancorpsouth.com

Regions Financial of Greystone (205) 980-4400 regions.com

BankTrust (205) 665-3332 peoplesbt.com

Regions Financial of Helena (205) 685-1680 regions.com

BB&T Bank of Pelham (205) 445-2345 bbt.com

Regions Financial of Pelham (205) 663-0723 regions.com

Bryant Bank (205) 408-6401 bryantbank.com

Renasant Bank at Park Place (205) 716-3475 renasantbank.com

Cadence Bank of Pelham (205) 621-8449 cadencebank.com

Renasant Bank of Chelsea (205) 678-2080 renasantbank.com

Central State Bank (205) 605-0350 centralstatebank.com

Renasant Bank of Pelham (205) 663-3834 renasantbank.com

First Commercial Bank - Commercial Lending (205) 868-4896 firstcommercialbank.synovus.com

Union State Bank (205) 988-0706 unionstate.net

First Commercial Bank - Pelham (205) 803-4593 firstcommercialbank.com

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Wells Fargo at Brook Highland (205) 948-1400 wellsfargo.com

Wells Fargo at North Shelby (205) 620-3130 wellsfargo.com Wells Fargo at Oak Mountain (205) 403-4115 wellsfargo.com Wells Fargo at The Summit (205) 948-1000 wellsfargo.com Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (205) 254-5931 wellsfargo.com Wells Fargo of Alabaster (205) 620-1009 wellsfargo.com Wells Fargo of Hoover (205) 354-1020 wellsfargo.com Wells Fargo of Inverness (205) 980-2460 wellsfargo.com

FLOORING, CARPET, HARDWOOD Carpet Outlet of Pelham (205) 663-4393 carpetoutletpelhamalabama.com Floor Coverings International (205) 370-9118 birmingham.floorcoveringsinternational.com Hill’s Carpet (205) 358-7879 hillscarpetstore.com Issis & Sons Carpet (205) 663-2310 issisandsons.com FLORISTS Flowerz N’ More (205) 620-0000 Pelham Flowers by Desiree (205) 663-9028 pelhamflowersbydesiree.com

Wells Fargo of Riverchase (205) 403-4100 wellsfargo.com

FOOD Southeastern Food Merchandisers (205) 664-3322 southeasternfood.com

FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS Americas First Financial (205) 320-4034 amfirst.org

FOOD - FULL LINE SERVICES SYSCO Food Services of Central AL, Inc (205) 668-0001 sysco.com

Edward Jones - Jesse Scroggins (205) 437-2866 edwardjones.com

FOOD - SEASONINGS A.C. Legg, Incorporated (205) 324-3451 aclegg.com

Fisher Investments (205) 704-2911 fisherinvestments.com Horizons Financial Group, Inc. (205) 871-7743 horizonsfinancial.com MassMutual - Alabama Agency (205) 244-1141 massmutual.com Wealth Planning Services (205) 795-2013 wealthplanningservices.com Wealth Strategies, LLC (205) 397-3333 wsllc.us FINANCIAL PRODUCTS & SERVICES Assurance Financial Solutions (205) 578-2097 Brent Flavin Insurance (205) 306-8733 Principal Financial Group - Mark Rogers (205) 578-5947 principal.com FIRE & WATER RESTORATION K&S Done Right, LLC (205) 834-9904 knsdoneright.com Royal Restoration (205) 988-9696 restorewithroyal.com ServPro of Birmingham (205) 664-6770 servpro.com FIRE PROTECTION North Shelby Fire and EMS District (205) 991-6439 northshelbyfire.com Walker Backflow and Fire Protection Services, LLC (205) 989-3300 walkerbfps.com

FOOD WHOLESALE Bud’s Best Cookies (205) 987-4840 budsbestcookies.com FREIGHT BROKERAGE RangeWay Carriers (205) 623-5722 rangewaycarriers.com FUNERAL HOMES Southern Heritage Funeral Home and Cemetery (205) 988-3541 dignitymemorial.com GOLF Ballantrae Golf Club (205) 620-GOLF (4653) ballantraegolf.com Bent Brook Golf Club (205) 428-9600 BentBrook.com Eagle Point Golf Club (205) 991-9070 eaglepointgolfclub.com Inverness Country Club (205) 991-8608 iccalabama.com Timberline Golf Club (205) 668-7888 timberlinegc.com GOVERNMENT - CITY Alabaster Water Board (205) 663-6155 alabasterwater.com City of Alabaster (205) 664-6800 cityofalabaster.com City of Birmingham (205) 254-2283 birminghamal.gov City of Calera (205) 668-3500 cityofcalera.org

City of Chelsea (205) 678-7260 cityofchelsea.com City of Columbiana (205) 669-5800 cityofcolumbiana.com City of Helena (205) 663-2161 cityofhelena.org City of Hoover (205) 444-7500 hooveral.org City of Leeds (205) 699-2585 leedsalabama.com City of Montevallo (205) 665-2555 cityofmontevallo.com City of Pelham (205) 620-6400 pelhamonline.com City of Vestavia Hills (205) 978-0100 vestaviahills.net City of Vincent (205) 672-2261 townofvincent.com Indian Springs Village (205) 987-2581 indianspringsvillage.org Town of Harpersville (205) 672-9961 townofharpersville.com Town of Mt Laurel (205) 408-8696 mtlaurel.com Town of Westover (205) 678-3375 westoveralabama.org Town of Wilsonville (205) 669-6180 wilsonvilleal.com Town of Wilton (205) 665-2021 wiltonalabama.com GOVERNMENT - COUNTY Shelby County (205) 669-3708 shelbyal.com Circuit and District Court (205) 669-8588 County Commissioner Corley Ellis - District 1 (205) 670-9424 County Commissioner Elwyn Bearden District 5 (205) 988-4483 County Commissioner Jon Parker - District 3 (205) 665-9573 County Commissioner Lindsey Allison District 7 (205) 985-7179 County Commissioner Mike Vest - District 6 (205) 988-0658 County Commissioner Rick Shepherd District 8 (205) 982-8717 County Commissioner Tommy Edwards District 2 (205) 427-4289

Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce

Shelby County Circuit Clerk (205) 669-3760 18jc.alacourt.gov

Representative Mike Hill (205) 685-5504 Representative Paul DeMarco (205) 807-9196

Shelby County Commissioner Robbie Hayes (205) 678-2020

Senator Cam Ward (205) 566-6746 camward.com

Shelby County Coroner (205) 669-3846

Senator J.T. Waggoner (205) 978-7405

Shelby County Department of Development Services (205) 620-6650 shelbyal.com

Senator Slade Blackwell (205) 324-7676

Shelby County Director of Public Works (205) 669-3869 Shelby County District Attorney (205) 669-3750 Shelby County Emergency Management Agency (205) 669-3999 shelbycountyalabama.com Shelby County Engineer (205) 669-3880 Shelby County Finance Manager (205) 669-3943 Shelby County Health Department (205) 620-1650 Shelby County Juvenile Services (205) 669-3831 Shelby County Planning Commission (205) 960-7220 Shelby County Probate Judge (205) 669-3713 Shelby County Sheriff’s Office (205) 669-4181 shelbyso.com GOVERNMENT - FEDERAL Congressman Spencer Bachus Office (205) 225-4921 bachus.house.gov Senator Jeff Sessions Office (205) 731-1500 Senator Richard Shelby (205) 731-1384 GOVERNMENT - STATE Shelby County Legislative Office (205) 620-6610 shelbylegislators.com Middle Alabama Area Agency on Aging (205) 670-5770 m4a-alabama.org Representative April Weaver (205) 541-6424 aprilweaver.com Representative Jack Williams (205) 862-5041 Representative Jim Carns (334) 242-7600 legislature.state.al.us Representative Jim McClendon (205) 467-2656 jimmcclendon.org Representative Kurt Wallace (205) 280-0260 kurtwallace.org Representative Mary Sue McClurkin (205) 669-3248

GRAPHIC DESIGN Kopri Signs & Graphics, LLC (205) 903-1642 kopripromotions.com GROCERS Sav Mor Food Outlet (205) 668-2315 savmorcalera.com Walmart Neighborhood Market (205) 624-1640 walmart.com HEALTH & FITNESS Fitness Together at Greystone (205) 981-2454 fitnesstogether.com/greystone Healthsouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital (800) 945-3333 healthsouthlakeshorerehab.com Helena Health Club (205) 621-7007 helenahealthclub.com

Healthspring of Alabama (888) 767-1879 healthspring.com Healthcare Distribution Amedisys, Inc. (256) 347-4232 amedisys.com HOME FURNISHINGS & ACCESSORIES Aaron’s Sales and Lease (205) 620-2513 aarons.com Atlantic Bedding and Furniture (205) 901-4501 abfalabama.com Encore Resales Inc. (205) 358-7690 encoreresales.com Standard Furniture Company, Inc. (205) 664-4720 standardfurniture.net HOME FURNISHINGS - NEW AND CONSIGNED Barn Brat & Peddler’s Creek (205) 669-4225 barnbratonline.com HOME HEALTH CARE Comfort Care Home Health and Hospice (205) 685-0421 comfortcarehomehealth.com Vitas Innovative Hospice (205) 663-5614 vitas.com

Snelling Staffing Services (205) 879-9950 snelling.com/birmingham HVAC Burch Corporation (205) 833-1293 burchcorp.com

State Farm Insurance, Jarrod Gibson Agency (205) 663-8688 myagentjarrod.com

Service Tech Inc. (205) 488-4714 servicetechhvac.com

State Farm Insurance, Logan Deen Agency (205) 582-2030 logandeen.com

Trane (205) 747-4090 briancamp.com

State Farm, Rogers Agency (205) 663-4466 kristarogers.com

INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS SALES Kanawha Scales & Systems of AL, LLC (205) 664-2077 kanawhascales.com

INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES Cannon Confidential Investigations, LLC (205) 677-8150 cciprivateinvestigator.com

White Rock Quarries-Vincent Hills (205) 505-9225

Resource Action Network Investigative Services, Inc. (205) 989-8000 raninvestigations.com

INDUSTRY EBSCO Industries, Inc. (205) 991-6600 ebscoind.com Lhoist North America (205) 621-3331 lhoist.us Plant Power & Control Systems, LLC (205) 663-4433 plantpower.com SEPCO, Sealing Equipment Products Company (205) 403-7500 sepcousa.com

Iron Tribe Fitness 280 (205) 216-2743 irontribefitness.com

HOME IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING Bath Fitter (205) 876-1760 bathfitter.com

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY d!scover ITT (205) 989-4944 discoveritt.com

Snap Fitness (205) 601-9291 snapfitness.com

Brown Lumber & Building Supply (205) 669-6715 brownlumberco.net

INSURANCE Alfa Insurance Company - Northam Agency (205) 988-8898

St. Vincent’s One Nineteen (205) 408-6600 onenineteen.com

Drain Right Guttering, LLC (205) 664-9828 drainrightgutters.com

Allstate Insurance - Erdman Agency (205) 981-3000 agents.allstate.com

YMCA - Alabaster Branch (205) 663-6504 ymcabham.org

Vinyl Designs, LLC (205) 222-2230

Allstate Insurance, Chad Christian (205) 444-0431

YMCA - Pelham Family Branch (205) 664-9622 ymcabham.org

HOSPITAL Brookwood Medical Center (205) 877-1000 bwmc.com

Karen Ross Miller Allstate Agency (205) 620-1120 agents.allstate.com

YMCA Greystone Family Branch (205) 981-0144 ymcabham.org

Children’s Health System (205) 939-6250 childrensal.org

YMCA Hargis Retreat (205) 678-6512 ymcabham.org

Noland Hospital Shelby (205) 620-8641 nolandhealth.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS Juice Plus + (205) 332-5255 vickieverett.juiceplus.com

Shelby Baptist Medical Center (205) 620-8100 bhsala.com

Q&Aid Research, LLC (205) 224-4468 qandaid.com Skin Wellness Center of Alabama (205) 871-7332 skinwellnessal.com HEALTH INSURANCE Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama (205) 220-2100 bcbsal.org Direct Pay Provider Network, LLC (205) 397-3095 dpaynetwork.com

St. Vincent’s Health System (205) 930-2134 stvhs.com Trinity Medical Center (205) 592-5653 trinitymedicalonline.com HUMAN RESOURCE OUTSOURCING Diversified Sourcing Solutions (205) 941-3380 diversifiedsourcingsolutions.com HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTING Ron Haynes (870) 761-7881 corter.com

State Farm Insurance, Berryman Agency (205) 663-6310 anthonyberryman.com

Mass Mutual - Howell Agency (205) 244-8612 massmutual.com MetLife Financial Group of the South (205) 440-4624 metlife.com Mittie Brown Farmers Insurance Agency (205) 475-7091 farmersagent.com Mutual of Omaha (205) 444-1803 mutualofomaha.com Neil Bailey Insurance & Investments (205) 985-4517 Rebecca Smith State Farm (205) 663-3276 ridingwithrebecca.com

JEWELRY & GIFTS M&M Jewelers, Inc. (205) 991-0593 mmjewelersbirmingham.com The Bead Biz (205) 621-2426 thebeadbiz.com JUNK REMOVAL Junk King of Birmingham (205) 753-9313 junk-king.com/birmingham LAWN CARE SERVICES Dirtworks and Bobcat Service, Inc. (205) 620-1818 dirtworksandbobcatservice.com Wayne’s Environmental Services, Inc. (205) 985-7009 callwaynes.com LIBRARIES Albert L. Scott Public Library (205) 664-6822 shelbycounty-al.org North Shelby Library (205) 439-5500 northshelbylibrary.org LOANS All American Check Cashing, Inc. (205) 620-4040 allamericancheckcashing.com LODGING Best Western/Oak Mountain Inn (205) 982-1113 book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern Birmingham South Campground (205) 664-8832 birminghamsouthcampground.com Fairfield Inn & Suites Pelham (205) 987-9879 marriott.com Hampton Inn & Suites 280 at Eagle Point (205) 981-0024 hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hampton Inn & Suites of Pelham (205) 313-9500 hamptoninn.com

Rux Carter Insurance (205) 669-3158 ruxcarterinsurance.com

Holiday Inn Express & Suites BirminghamInverness (205) 776-6370 ihg.com

Standifer Insurance Services (205) 664-3200 agents.allstate.com

Holiday Inn Express Pelham (205) 987-8888 ihg.com

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Shelby County Attorney (205) 669-6783

Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce Homewood Suites (205) 995-9823 birmingham.homewoodsuites.com

Fox 6 WBRC (205) 583-8415 myfoxal.com

Hyatt Place of Inverness (205) 995-9242 hyattplace.com

FOX6 WBRC-TV (205) 322-6666 myfoxal.com

Hyatt Regency Birmingham - The Wynfrey Hotel (205) 705-1234 wynfrey.regency.hyatt.com

NBC 13 (205) 933-1313 2.nbc13.com

Oak Mountain Lodge of Riverchase/Pelham (205) 985-9117 oakmountainlodge.com Quality Inn of Pelham (205) 444-9200 choicehotels.com Sleep Inn (205) 982-9800 choicehotels.com

Who’s Who of Shelby County Businesses

MAIL SERVICE Pitney Bowes (205) 822-9098 pitneybowes.com MANUFACTURER Cheney Lime & Cement Company (205) 625-3031 cheneylime.com Coca-Cola Bottling Co. United, Inc. (205) 849-3266 cokeconsolidated.com Saginaw Pipe Company, Incorporated (205) 664-3670 saginawpipe.com MARKETING Brownstone Marketing Solutions (205) 789-3600 bmsllc.biz Chaundra Davis (205) 907-6841 Docupak (205) 621-3378 docupak.com Flexdigital (205) 841-7678 flexdigital.com MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS ThoughtJet Media (205) 508-0041 thoughtjet.com

Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. (205) 669-3131 shelbycountyreporter.com Summit Media, Inc. (205) 326-2537 summitmediacorp.com WBHM (205) 934-2606 wbhm.org MEDICAL - GENERAL American Family Care of Alabaster (205) 605-0495 americanfamilycare.com American Family Care of Greystone (205) 201-7290 americanfamilycare.com American Family Care of Pelham (205) 403-8902 americanfamilycare.com Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center (205) 939-3699 andrewssportsmedicine.com Baptist Health Center Calera (205) 668-0626 Baptist Health Centers of Alabama (205) 715-5902 bhsala.com Baptist Heath Center - Pelham (205) 620-1085 bhsala.com Community of Hope Health Clinic (205) 685-4154 communityofhopeclinic.com Hoover Ear, Nose & Throat Associates, P.C. (205) 733-9595 HooverENT.com MedSouth Family Care (205) 408-3933

MATTRESS RETAILER Mattress King of Greystone (205) 995-3144 mattressking.net

MEDICAL - SPECIALIZED Alabama Allergy and Asthma Center (205) 871-9661 alabamaallergy.com

Mattress King of Pelham (205) 380-5590 mattressking.net

Alabama Ear, Nose & Throat Associates, Incorporated (205) 985-7393 alabamaentassociates.com

MEDIA ABC 33/40 (205) 982-3942 abc3340.com Alabama’s 13 / WVTM TV (205) 933-1313 alabamas13.com Birmingham Business Journal (205) 322-0000 birminghambusinessjournal.com CBS 42 (205) 322-4200 Crosscreek Television Productions, Inc. (205) 663-4411 crosscreektv.com

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Cahaba Dermatology & Skin Health Center, LLC (205) 214-7546 (Skin) cahabaderm.com CardioVascular Associates (205) 510-5000 cvapc.com Chilton Shelby Mental Health Center (205) 668-4308 chiltonshelby.org Ciamarra Communication Consulting (205) 447-1160 ciamarracommunicationconsulting.com

Core Plastic Surgery - Grady B. Core, MD FACS (205) 397-2100 coreplasticsurgery.com Gastroenterology Associates North-Central Alabama, P.C. (205) 663-1023 gastrodocs.info Inverness Dermatology (205) 995-5575 invernessderm.com Lemak Sports Medicine & Orthopedics Shelby (205) 358-9120 lemaksports.com OHD, LLC (205) 980-0180 ohdusa.com Restore Therapy Services, LTD (205) 942-6820 restoretherapy.com Shelby Oral Facial Surgery, PC (205) 208-0167 ShelbyOFS.com

Shelby County Historical Society, Incorporated (205) 669-3912 rootsweb.ancestry.com/~alshelby/schs.html Shelby County Museum & Archives (205) 669-3912 rootsweb.ancestry.com/~alshelby/schs.html Shelby Iron Works (205) 669-2465 OFFICE EQUIPMENT - SALES & LEASING Greene’s Business Machines, Inc. (205) 979-8201 OFFICE SUPPLIES & SERVICES Office Depot (205) 945-2650 business.officedepot.com ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALIST Alabama Bone & Joint Clinic (205) 621-3778 alabamaboneandjoint.com PARAMEDICS Regional Paramedical Services (205) 664-1036 rpsems.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY AccelAbility Physical Therapy (205) 685-1822 accelability.com IPT Physical Therapy (205) 671-0914 industrialphysicaltherapy.com Maximum Physical Therapy and Sports Wellness (205) 981-1690 maximumpt.net TherapySouth-Pelham/Alabaster (205) 664-8404 therapysouth.com PLUMBING SERVICES Funky Plumbing (205) 620-4921 funkyplumbing.com Roto-Rooter Services Co. (205) 849-1750 rotorooter.com PRINTING SERVICES Cartridge World Greystone (205) 408-0506 cwgreystone.com

Shelby Podiatry, P.C. (205) 663-3224 shelbypodiatry.com

PAYROLL SERVICES ADP Payroll Services (205) 641-9716 adp.com

Village Dermatology (205) 877-9773 villagedermatology.net

AdvaPay Systems, LLC (205) 588-2618 advapaysystems.com

Midstate Bindery & Promotions, LLC (205) 266-5180

MEDICAL SUPPLIES Oxymed LLC (205) 401-6358 oxymed1.com

Paychex Incorporated (205) 991-3990 paychex.com

Minuteman Press (205) 621-2722 alabaster.minutemanpress.com

PEST CONTROL & SERVICES Cook’s Pest Control - South District Office (205) 980-0920 cookspest.com

PUBLICATIONS 280 Living/Hoover Sun (205) 313-1780 280living.com

DC Scientific Pest Control (205) 495-9707 dcspestcontrol.com

Women’s Exchange (205) 967-0085 womens-exchange.com

Knox Pest Control (205) 326-0080 knoxpest.com

RADIO STATION APH Radio (205) 317-5228 aphradio.org

MILITARY SERVICE Birmingham Air National Guard (205) 714-2287 MOBILE DEVICE REPAIR iFix and Repair (205) 988-9555 ifixandrepair.com MORTGAGE InterLinc Mortgage Services, LLC (205) 795-3833 interlincalabama.com/cgapen SouthFirst Mortgage (205) 991-5911 southfirst.com Trustmark Mortgage Services (205) 444-4744 mortgage.trustmark.com MOTORCYCLE DEALERSHIP Heart of Dixie Harley-Davidson (205) 560-1234 heartofdixiehd.com MOVING Armstrong Relocation Company (205) 942-1625 armstrongrelocation.com Changing Spaces Moving, Inc. (205) 972-0744 changingspacesmoving.com Motivated Movers (205) 995-7585 motivatedmovers.org MUSEUM & ARCHIVES Alabama Firefighters Museum & Education Center (205) 983-4376 KCH Museum of George Washington (205) 669-8767

Mr. Bugg’s Pest Patrol, Inc. (205) 663-1919 mrbuggs.com Vulcan Termite & Pest Control, Inc. (205) 663-4200 vulcantermite.com PET GROOMING SERVICES Lucky Dog Grooming and Boutique (205) 901-0578 PHARMACIES Brooklere Pharmacy (205) 664-1200 brooklererx.com Davis Drug (205) 669-6713 Medaus Pharmacy and Compounding Center (205) 981-2352 medaus.com PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES Perlis Photography (205) 283-0807 perlisphotography.com rko Photography (205) 567-7364 rkophotography.net Tommy Daspit Photographer (205) 516-6993 tommydaspit.com

EBSCO Media (205) 226-8516 ebscomedia.com

REAL ESTATE Alabama Real Estate, Incorporated (205) 620-1048 alabamarealestateinc.net Associa McKay Management (205) 733-6700 mckaymanagement.com Farris Management Company, Inc. (205) 663-0572 Pro Forma Title, Inc. (205) 982-2486 proformatitle.com Signature Homes (205) 989-5588 e-signaturehomes.com REAL ESTATE - COMMERCIAL Daniel Corporation (205) 443-4500 danielcorp.com EGS Commercial Real Estate, Inc. (205) 939-4440 egsinc.com Kee Properties, LLC (205) 915-0687 REAL ESTATE - LAND SALES Whitetail Properties Real Estate (205) 368-9032 alabamalandforsale.land

Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce Dairy Queen @ Brook Highland (205) 981-1501 Dairy Queen @ Chelsea (205) 678-3110

Costco Wholesale (205) 909-1039 costco.com Gold and Silver Buyers (205) 547-6063 locations.goldandsilverbuyers.com/locations/ al/pelham

Keller Williams Realty - Lehman & Cole (205) 542-4011 susanlehmansellshomes.com

Dairy Queen @ Oak Mountain (205) 733-8075

Lowe & Associates Realty, Inc. (205) 669-6317 lowerealty.com

Dixie Fish Company (205) 924-3493 dixiefish.com

RE/MAX - Over the Mountain (205) 601-6689 remax.com

Firehouse Subs-280 (205) 981-1880 firehousesubs.com

RE/MAX First Choice (205) 663-4402 realestateofgreaterbirmingham.com

Firehouse Subs-Alabaster (205) 664-4664 firehousesubs.com

RealtySouth - Gusty Gulas (205) 218-7560 gtherealtor.com

Full Moon BAR-B-QUE (205) 620-4442 fullmoonbbq.com

RealtySouth - Inverness (205) 991-6565 realtysouth.com

Golden Corral Corporation (205) 682-0150 goldencorral.net

RealtySouth - Pelham (205) 663-3895 realtysouth.com

Golden Rule Bar-B-Q of Pelham (205) 621-4525 goldenrulebbq.com

Vape Escape (205) 719-9505

Rudulph Real Estate (205) 879-4691 rudulphrents.com

Jake’s Southern & Carribean Cafe (205) 624-3315 facebook.com/jakescafe.pelham

Vapes and More (205) 624-3452 vapesandmore.com

RECREATION Alabaster Senior Center (205) 663-1307 cityofalabaster.com

Jim ‘N Nick’s Community Bar-B-Q at Greystone (205) 991-1306 JimnNicks.com

Wal-Mart - Calera #3271 (205) 668-0831 walmart.com

Birmingham Barons Baseball (205) 988-3200 barons.com

Jim ‘N Nick’s Community Bar-B-Q of Alabaster (205) 605-0170 JimnNicks.com

Oak Mountain State Park (205) 620-2520 alapark.com/OakMountain Pelham Racquet Club (205) 621-3380 Regions Tradition (205) 967-4745 brunoeventteam.com Rolling Hills Camp & Retreat Center (205) 668-1168 rollinghillscamp.org Shelby County Park and Recreation Authority (205) 991-2015 RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL RENOVATION/RESTORATION Brookstone Restoration (205) 991-7086 brookstonerestoration.com RESIDENTIAL CLEANING SERVICES The Maids (205) 871-9338 maids.com RESTAURANTS Bellinis Ristorante & Bar (205) 981-5380 ourbellinis.com Champy’s (205) 621-3991 champyschicken.com Chubb’s Grub Station (205) 664-8696 chubbsgrub.com Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (205) 987-1555 crackerbarrel.com

Joe’s Italian Pizza Pasta & Cafe (205) 663-4111 joesitalianonline.com Johnny Ray’s on 52 (205) 664-0501 johnnyraysbbq.com McAlister’s Deli of Pelham (205) 985-9797 mcalistersdeli.com Panera Bread at Lee Branch (205) 995-1962 panerabread.com PT’s Grille & Deli (205) 358-8499 Steak ‘n Shake of Central Alabama LLC (205) 620-5233 steaknshake.com

Home Depot of Pelham (205) 685-1837 homedepot.com Marvin’s Building Materials of Calera (205) 668-2608 Sam’s Club (205) 982-0596 samsclub.com Sassy Sisters Boutique, LLC (205) 664-3023 sassysistersboutiqueal.com Southern Elegance (205) 621-9004 Thirty-One Gifts - Amanda Graves (205) 960-8428 mythirtyone.com/amanda

Wal-Mart Supercenter #5262 (205) 987-0108 walmart.com RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Danberry At Inverness (205) 443-9500 danberryatinverness.com Gardens of Pelham (205) 402-9922 greatoaksmanagement.com/gardens-ofpelham.html ROOFING Cardinal Roofing and Restoration (205) 206-6279 cardinal-roof-restoration.com Yellowhammer Roofing, Inc (256) 232-1933 yellowhammerroofing.com RUBBER PRODUCTS Specification Rubber Products (205) 663-2521 specrubber.com

Texas Roadhouse (205) 985-7427 texasroadhouse.com

SECURITY SERVICES Clear Solutions, Inc. (205) 618-8324 theclearsolutions.com

The EGG & I (205) 874-9607 theeggandirestaurants.com

Event Operations Group, Inc. (205) 685-4960 eventoperationsgroup.com

The HoneyBaked Ham Company (205) 620-9899 honeybakedonline.com

SECURITY SYSTEMS ADT Security Services (205) 403-3164 adt.com

Zaxby’s of Alabaster (205) 663-5966 zaxbys.com RETAIL Belk (205) 685-9034 belk.com

ProtectionOne (205) 985-1017 protectionone.com SENIOR CARE FACILITY Sunshine Manor Adult Day Care (205) 403-0556 bamasunshine.com

SHIPPING The UPS Store of Pelham (205) 664-2258 theupsstorelocal.com/1183 The UPS Store, Caldwell Mill / Valleydale in Hoover (205) 980-8180 upsprintstore.com SIGNS FASTSIGNS (205) 823-4045 fastsigns.com/198 Reliable Sign Services, Inc. (205) 664-0955 reliablesigns.com SKILLED NURSING FACILITY Shelby Ridge Nursing Home Rehab Select (205) 620-8500 shelbyridgehealthandrehab.com SPECIALTY GIFTS Bedazzle Me More (205) 422-0214 bedazzlememore.com Cheeriodicals (205) 410-4656 cheeriodicals.com Gifted-Handmade Gifts & More (205) 624-3400 J. Allen’s Gifts (205) 432-9775 SPORTS CLUB Alabama Soccer Association (205) 991-9779 alsoccer.org Bama Hockey Booster Club, Inc (256) 683-5560 bamahockey.net SPORTS EQUIPMENT Tandems, Ltd. (205) 991-5519 tandemsltd.com STORAGE Attic Plus Storage (205) 969-1860 atticplus.com Cool Box Private Storage (205) 685-0244 coolboxprivatestorage.com Rafiki Mini Storage (205) 620-6748 TELECOMMUNICATIONS AT&T - Alabama (205) 714-0523 att.com TW Telecom, Inc. (205) 263-2272 twtelecom.com TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT & SERVICES Business Telephones Incorporated (205) 988-8297 bticonnect.com Digitel Corporation (205) 981-4444 digitel.net IS Technologies (205) 314-8800 istphones.com THRIFT STORE Vapor Thrift Store (256) 267-7140 vaporsports.org Tire Wholesaler EBEN, Incorporated (205) 685-0935

Tire Engineers @ Hwy 280 (205) 408-2720 tireengineers.com TRADE EXCHANGE Trade Partners Exchange (205) 281-3353 tradepartnersexchange.com TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT & SOLUTIONS Birmingham Yellow Cab (205) 328-4444 birminghamyellowcab.com TRAVEL AGENCY Expedia Cruise Ship Centers (205) 437-3354 cruiseshipcenter.com/greystoneal Grand Escapes Travel (205) 616-1625 grand-escapestravel.com International Expeditions (205) 428-1700 ietravel.com TRUCK RENTAL & LEASING Loyed Trucking Co., Inc. (205) 956-0303 UTILITY COMPANIES Alabama Gas Corporation (205) 716-2875 alagasco.com Alabama Power Company (205) 226-1720 alabamapower.com Birmingham Water Works Board (205) 244-4000 bwwsb.com SouthWest Water Company (205) 987-8352 swwc.com VETERINARIAN Airport Veterinary Hospital, P.C. (205) 621-0500 Alabama Wildlife Center (205) 663-7930 awrc.org Caldwell Mill Animal Clinic (205) 991-7986 cmacvet.com WASTE MANAGEMENT & RECYCLING Moore Coal Company, Inc. (205) 424-2705 moorecoal.com WASTE PRO (205) 425-4388 wasteprousa.com Trash Taxi of Alabama LLC (205) 419-4005 trashtaxi.com WEB DESIGN & SERVICES Designed Responsive (205) 568-2899 designed-responsive.com IMCastle LLC (205) 965-7910 imcastle.com WELLNESS CLINIC InShape MD (205) 582-9216 WINDOW TREATMENTS ShutterLuxe, Inc. (205) 413-5921 shutterluxe.com

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REAL ESTATE - RESIDENTIAL D.R. Horton, Inc. - Birmingham (205) 663-0966 GoHorton.com

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Lakeont Euroan Masterpiece This luxur y home is situated on the private 100± acre Indian Valley Lake located in Southlake. Just minutes to I-65, schools, shopping, restaurants, medical facilities and much more!

800-476-3939

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European Style Home with Pool & Tennis Court Waterfront on three sides with over 780’ of frontage 7 Bedrooms – 7 Full Baths – 4 Half Baths Gourmet Kitchen – Wine Cellar – Media Room Oversized Master Suite with Sitting Area, Fireplace Extensive Landscaping & Water Features – Pier/Dock

Showing Dates: October 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th and 22nd from 12:00pm – 5:00pm (CT) or by appointment.

Broker participation is welcome Dewey Jacobs, Auctioneer AL #5060

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• AISA Blue Ribbon School • Advanced Honors Academic Program • Dual Enrollment to Troy University • College Scholarship Counseling • Class of 2013 earned more than $600,000 in scholarships • 14 Athletic State Championships • AISA Award Winning Art Program • Athletics: Varsity & JV-Baseball, Football, Softball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Dance Team, Pep Squad, Volleyball, Tennis, Fishing • Drug Free Environment-testing required

Applications accepted year round Now Enrolling for the Fall 2014 Semester

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OPEN MON-FRI 7AM-6PM SAT 8AM-5PM • 855-ROLL-CHEVY

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SHELBY Living ACCEPTANCE LOAN COMPANY Looking to finance a mobile home, vehicle or maybe you just need a personal loan? Come

by Acceptance Loan and apply for a loan today.

2834 H Pelham Pkwy Pelham, AL 35124 205-663-5821 Drivers, CDL-A Home EVERY Weekend!

ALL Loaded/Empty Miles Paid! Dedicated Southeast! Or Walk Away Lease, No Money Down.

1-855-971-8522 $2,500 SIGN - ON LOCAL CDL-A DRIVERS Florida Rock & Tank Lines, Inc. Is hiring DRIVERS to haul locally for our Birmingham and Montgomery terminals!

Great Benefits Include: * Home Daily *Health/Dental/Vision * 401K w/co match *Safety Bonuses * Paid Training Applicants Must Have: * Class A CDL * Ability to obtain Hazmat & Tanker endorsements * 2 Yrs T/T exp. Or 1 Yr T/T w/ CDL School Cert. * 25 Yrs or Older Apply Online at www.floridarockand tanklines.com or call 1-866-FLA ROCK 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!

AL PICK N’ TRADE 3985 Hwy 25 NEW VENDOR PROMOTION! First 3 months 1/2 off!!!

205-672-2022 (formerly Dixieland)

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LPN/CMA Busy Shelby County Pediatric office seeking a full time LPN or CMA. Please send resume and salary requirements to: frontofficeassociate@gmail. com.

Alacare Home Health & Hospice Now Hiring! RNs Registered Nurses (RNs) needed for the Clanton area. Excellent pay and benefits available with Alabama’s largest and oldest privately-owned home health agency. EOE Apply at www.alacare.com Always There, In-Home Care Seeks CAREGIVERS In Shelby County - Pelham, Alabaster & Montevallo areas. Flexible schedules, Benefits & training available.

Call for more information.

(205) 824-0224 Clanton Area!! Automation Personnel Services Production and Quality employees needed ASAP!!!

Taking applications M-F 8:30-11:00 and 1:003:00. Come prepared to interview. Required: High School Diploma or GED, Background, and Drug Screen. Must bring in proper ID for I9 everify process. For more info call 205-280-0002 or 205-444-9774 WEDDINGS 229-9437 Couple Massages Only $90 at Awesome Touch Massage Therapy in Hoover.

Book today. 427-7462 20% Off Carpet Cleaning & Pressure Washing Bailey’s Cleaning Service ”Quality Cleaning. OldFashioned Service.”

BaileysCleaningService.com 205-834-0919

Classifieds To place an ad in Shelby Living, call 205.669.3131

BAMA Concrete Finishing.

Driveways, Patios, Floors, Driveway Repair, Sidewalks, Concrete Walls, and Stamping. Call Jeremy.

Free Est. 205-901-4112 HIRING Drivers Today!

Beelman Truck Co. is hiring Company Drivers, Owner Operators, End Dump & Pneumatic Tanks for Montevallo, AL Terminal.

Competitive Pay/Benefits.

Call: 618-646-5384 WWW.BEELMAN.COM LPN’s Needed Varying shifts available. Full time and part time positions. Must have current Alabama state license. Please forward resume to: bmchr@bibbmedicalcenter. com Bibb Medical Center Toyota, Lexus, Scion.

Complete Service.

Now servicing most Japanese models.

Towing. Detailing.

205-668-0105 billystoyotaparts.com ”Better Than New” Totally remodeled in south Calera. 1.6 acres with pond.

3 BR/2BA with large covered deck. New appliances, new septic, new A/C. Many extras. You have to see it to believe it! $145,000 (205)668-2930 Bham Festival Theatre Vanya Sonia Masha & Spike September 18 - October 4 Purchase: bftonline.org Reservations: 933-2383 Order Today!!!

Don’t miss this show BurtonCampers.com. Over 100 new and used in stock!

“Be certain with Burton” 800-226-1822 Diesel Mechanic Wanted Calera Gas, LLC Near Montevallo. Part time or full time position. Flexible

hours: daytime, weekends, evenings. Send resume via email to careers@caleragas. com Need Hair & Makeup? $5 off for new clients.

Hoover’s Newest Salon.

Camisha Rivers Studios.

3720 Lorna Road 205-290-5541 Lots of vintage jewelry at discount prices!

Hundreds of rings: gold, white gold, 14K, 10K. We buy scrap gold. Buy/Sell guns, coins, electronics, & more!

Cash World Pawn 5354 Hwy 280 205-995-1018 CDL Skills And Test Training, LLC. Day & Evening Classes.

Hoover/Pelham Area.

205-253-5960 SERVICE Tech w/ HVAC exp.

Energetic, outgoing, hardworking, career oriented person to be part of team. Min 3 yrs experience. w/ EPA certification. Negotiable Salary between $15 to $30 hrly. Call 205-755-2209 or apply at 816 7th Street. N., Clanton Food Server – PT Neatness is essential. 3-5 days / wk, 2–7pm. Exp pref. Food handler’s card req’d. Apply in person at: Chateau Vestavia, 2435 Columbiana Rd. Birmingham, 35216.

START YOUR OWN FOOD BUSINESS New Culinary Incubator helps food business dreams come true!

Chefs Workshop, Hoover www.chefsworkshop.com Pharmacist Needed!

Chilton County Treatment Center 205-266-5022

Firefighter (Full-Time) City of Hoover $43,056/ yr. Apply by 5 PM on Wednesday Sept. 17th; View requirements and/or apply at www.hooveral.org EOE M/F/V/D New 2014 16x76 3 bedroom and 2 bath home with many upgrades! Cheaper than most repos! Just $32,798 delivered. Call Now! Clayton Homes of Pelham (205) 663-3730 Clinical Research Center of AL is seeking Asthma, HAE, COPD, & Allergy Participants. Compensation & Medical Care provided.

Call 205-209-4100. www.alclinicalresearch.com Columbiana Health and Rehab. Immediate openings: CNAs - all shifts. PRN LPN (12 hour shifts). Apply in person: 22969 Hwy 25.

Columbiana, AL 35051 Crystal Keys Locksmith Call us for all your Automotive, Alarms, and Re-Keying Needs!

205-280-0775 DCH HEALTH SYSTEM Caring for Life. Tuscaloosa, AL Medical Coder • Work from Home • Flexible Scheduling • Competitive Salaries & Sign-On Bonus For more information and to apply online, visit the DCH website at www.dchsystem.com Sales Consultant @ Farmers Furniture in Clanton.

Dynamic person who enjoys working w/ the public, energetic, good communication and organization skills, HS diploma or equiv. w/ some sales experience. To apply, visit our store @ 302 Park Plaza, Clanton.

GUTTER INSTALLER needed.

Pelham. Must have good work ethic, experience in gutter installation/ construction, Drivers License, good MVR & be able to pass background check/drug test.

Year round work, great pay.

Call 664-9828.

TARGET AUCTION. Advanced Real Estate Marketing. 800-476-3939 www.targetauction.com COMMERCIAL DRIVERS and EXPERIENCED ASPHALT PERSONNEL Dunn Construction has immediate openings for experienced Drivers and Asphalt. Personnel for our Calera/Alabaster/ Birmingham area.

Class B CDL & HAZMAT Endorsement required.

Excellent benefits include BC/BS insurance/vacation/ holidays, & 401K. Please call 205-592-3866 x 259. EEOE/ AA/Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans Service Technicians Needed Ernest McCarty Ford Experience required, Lots of work! Call: Bryan Parks 205-663-3831 EXPRESS OIL CHANGE & TIRE ENGINEERS Looking for high quality Automotive Mechanic to serve our Chelsea customers.

Competitive salary & great benefits. Team environment & No Sundays! Apply at www.expressoil.com Gardens of Pelham 2124 Old Montgomery Hwy, Pelham, AL 35124 www.

GreatOaksManagement.com 205.402.9943 $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 205-668-3316.

Empire Autohaus seeks ASE Certified Tech. w/Imports experience.Candidate should have strong work ethic, own tools; quality & craftsmanship important.

205-664-5757 Life & Health Insurance Agents Local company seeking seasonal licensed & exp agents.

Call 205.397.2800 I believe I am defined by the care I give.

Home healthcare allows you to see one patient at a time. When you become a part of home healthcare, you become a part of your patients’ lives. Now Hiring Registered Nurses for Centreville/Clanton Contact Shea Parker 1.866.GENTIVA or 770-372-1109 shea.parker@gentiva.com Visit gentiva.com/careers AA/EOE/M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.

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

Jack F. Granger #873 Great Clips Hiring Stylists Chelsea and Calera 205-966-7254 Ask about our Pine Straw & Mulch SPECIAL! Sod * Mulch * Pine Straw Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance.

Free Estimates!

Greenworks Landscaping 205-966-3305 DRIVERS Hanna Truck Lines is hiring OTR Drivers for our Northport & Fairfield AL Terminals. Minimum weekly pay & benefits. Willing to Train. Prefer Flatbed Exp. Veterans Welcome Contact Dwayne 800-634-7315 E.O.E. CNA’s, LPN’s, RN’s. FT and PT positions available for 2nd & 3rd Shift. New pay scale.

Please apply in person at Hatley Health Care, Inc. 300 Medical Center Dr. Clanton, AL 35045

J & W Professional Painting Interior and Exterior 205-788-2907

Kelly’s Carpet Cleaning 4 Rooms for only $89 Call 205-283-5823

WE HAVE FREIGHT!!!

James R. Smith Trucking of Cullman, AL is currently seeking drivers and Owner -Operators. Benefits include daily settlements; direct Deposit or express cash; Transflo; 100% of fuel surcharge, stop & drop pay; discounts on fuel, cell Phones & tires; pre-pass furnished; excellent home/ family time and a payroll deducted truck purchase plan. Contact Greg Quick at 256.338.5168 or 800.633.3252

NEED A JOB? Lyons HR has jobs.

Various positions available.

Apply at: 490 Wildwood Circle N., Ste. 150 Birmingham, AL 35209

Joy’s Barber Shop, Pelham.

NOW HIRING Call 663-5830.

Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm NEEDED NOW!! King’s Home has openings for Youth Care Workers (FT & PT) different shifts. Must be 23+ yo. Clear driving record, clear criminal background, HS diploma/ GED req’d. Please email lynn@kingshome.com or fax to 205-678-7372.

KINGWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL NEEDS SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS & BUS DRIVERS! Email rgray@ kingwoodchristianschool. com Owner Operators Wanting Dedicated Year Round Anniston, AL www.pull4klb.com Service Tech & Mgrs needed for Hoover properties.

Must have HVAC or EPA II or Universal cert. All experience levels welcomed.

Please visit www.latapts.com to apply.

2010 Kabco - Secluded, private property near Chelsea. Off 280 and close to shopping. Home is 32X62.

Spacious with 3 BR 2 BA, many features.

Lot rent $250.

Please call: 205-664-2412 Others buy Gold, We buy Jewelry!

205-251-3381 Downtown Birmingham www.levysfinejewelry.com

Don’t get caught in the Cold! Hurry in for Winterization Specials!

Call for Details M & M Boats Boating Starts Here (205) 688-9180 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, AL. A Drug Free Company (205) 664-4751 Maniac Cycles Is In Need of a Motorcycle/ATV Tech!

Hwy. 17, Helena area.

Must be able to pass background check & drug screen. 205.358.2055 Mary Kay Special 20% Off Skin Care and Fragrances Call me or shop online! www.marykay.com/ lcollins2026 (205) 960-3655 Attention: CLASS-A DRIVERS Local Driving Positions in the Calera area! We offer a $750 MINIMUM Weekly Pay Assurance Program! Stable & Steady Work. Great Home Time! CDL-A, 1-yr. exp. req.

Call MDS Today!

866-693-1267 or email: canderson@schillicorp.com www.schillicorp.com Midsouth Paving, Inc. is seeking qualified applicants for road construction positions. To apply visit: www.oldcastle.com Midsouth Paving, Inc AA/ EOE/E-verify participant

Hate Traffick? So do we.

End Child Trafficking.

Join the battle today: MakeWayPartners.org NEW Discounted Rates @ Montevallo Golf Club • 665-8057 • Public Par 71 18-hole • Memberships available • Twilight and Senior Rate • Full length Driving Range $21 Mon-Fri, $26 Sat-Sun. Montgomery Stockyard Drop Station at Gray & Son’s in Clanton. Call Lane at 205-389-4530. For other hauling arrangements, contact Wes in Harpersville 205-965-8657 Morrison Healthcare Food Service Currently Taking applications for all postitions, all shifts available. Contact Tabitha Tennant: tabithatennant@ iammorrison.com or put in application at 1000 1st St. N, Alabaster, 35007 Experienced appliance tech. Will train qualified individual. Pay starts at $10/ hr for trainees, up to $20/hr depending on experience.

Contact Woody (205) 603-6288 Now Hiring! Full time positions! Setup/Assembly/ C.S.R. We train all positions. $2400/mo per co. policy.

Dress Professional. Start this week! Call Matt @ 205-206-7902 Immediate Hire for Project in Birmingham • Millwrights • Welders • Ironworkers • Electricians. Apply online at mwservicesinc.com EOE Manufacturing/Assembly positions available in Calera area. Full time hours, all shifts available. Call today 205-267-3910 Exterior Painting and Drywall. Make your house look new again.

Over 20 years experience, quality and craftsmanship.

Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Call 205.966.6230 Lil Angels Learning Center is now accepting enrollment for ages 3 wks to 12yrs! 200 Ridge Drive 663-1852

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GUTTER INSTALLER needed.

Pelham. Must have good work ethic, experience in gutter installation/ construction, Drivers License, good MVR & be able to pass background check/drug test.

Year round work, great pay.

Call 664-9828.

TARGET AUCTION. Advanced Real Estate Marketing. 800-476-3939 www.targetauction.com COMMERCIAL DRIVERS and EXPERIENCED ASPHALT PERSONNEL Dunn Construction has immediate openings for experienced Drivers and Asphalt. Personnel for our Calera/Alabaster/ Birmingham area.

Class B CDL & HAZMAT Endorsement required.

Excellent benefits include BC/BS insurance/vacation/ holidays, & 401K. Please call 205-592-3866 x 259. EEOE/ AA/Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans Service Technicians Needed Ernest McCarty Ford Experience required, Lots of work! Call: Bryan Parks 205-663-3831 EXPRESS OIL CHANGE & TIRE ENGINEERS Looking for high quality Automotive Mechanic to serve our Chelsea customers.

Competitive salary & great benefits. Team environment & No Sundays! Apply at www.expressoil.com Gardens of Pelham 2124 Old Montgomery Hwy, Pelham, AL 35124 www.

GreatOaksManagement.com 205.402.9943 $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 205-668-3316.

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Empire Autohaus seeks ASE Certified Tech. w/Imports experience.Candidate should have strong work ethic, own tools; quality & craftsmanship important.

205-664-5757 Life & Health Insurance Agents Local company seeking seasonal licensed & exp agents.

Call 205.397.2800 I believe I am defined by the care I give.

Home healthcare allows you to see one patient at a time. When you become a part of home healthcare, you become a part of your patients’ lives. Now Hiring Registered Nurses for Centreville/Clanton Contact Shea Parker 1.866.GENTIVA or 770-372-1109 shea.parker@gentiva.com Visit gentiva.com/careers AA/EOE/M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.

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

Jack F. Granger #873 Great Clips Hiring Stylists Chelsea and Calera 205-966-7254 Ask about our Pine Straw & Mulch SPECIAL! Sod * Mulch * Pine Straw Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance.

Free Estimates!

Greenworks Landscaping 205-966-3305 DRIVERS Hanna Truck Lines is hiring OTR Drivers for our Northport & Fairfield AL Terminals. Minimum weekly pay & benefits. Willing to Train. Prefer Flatbed Exp. Veterans Welcome Contact Dwayne 800-634-7315 E.O.E. CNA’s, LPN’s, RN’s. FT and PT positions available for 2nd & 3rd Shift. New pay scale.

Please apply in person at Hatley Health Care, Inc. 300 Medical Center Dr. Clanton, AL 35045

J & W Professional Painting Interior and Exterior 205-788-2907

Kelly’s Carpet Cleaning 4 Rooms for only $89 Call 205-283-5823

WE HAVE FREIGHT!!!

James R. Smith Trucking of Cullman, AL is currently seeking drivers and Owner -Operators. Benefits include daily settlements; direct Deposit or express cash; Transflo; 100% of fuel surcharge, stop & drop pay; discounts on fuel, cell Phones & tires; pre-pass furnished; excellent home/ family time and a payroll deducted truck purchase plan. Contact Greg Quick at 256.338.5168 or 800.633.3252

NEED A JOB? Lyons HR has jobs.

Various positions available.

Apply at: 490 Wildwood Circle N., Ste. 150 Birmingham, AL 35209

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NOW HIRING Call 663-5830.

Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm NEEDED NOW!! King’s Home has openings for Youth Care Workers (FT & PT) different shifts. Must be 23+ yo. Clear driving record, clear criminal background, HS diploma/ GED req’d. Please email lynn@kingshome.com or fax to 205-678-7372.

KINGWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL NEEDS SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS & BUS DRIVERS! Email rgray@ kingwoodchristianschool. com Owner Operators Wanting Dedicated Year Round Anniston, AL www.pull4klb.com Service Tech & Mgrs needed for Hoover properties.

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OUT & ABOUT Cowboy Day

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Juried Art Exhibit: The sixth annual Juried Art Exhibit runs through Oct. 2. The Shelby County Arts Council gallery hours are Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Over 40 works were selected from this year’s field of over 110 entries.

Artwork includes paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media and three-dimensional works. For more information, visit Shelbycountyartscouncil. com.

Oct. 2

Oct. 4

Ballantrae Ladies Fall Instructional Series: Ladies, Ballantrae Golf Club encourages you to learn the game of golf during the cool fall season with our Ladies Fall Instructional Series. Series concludes on Oct. 4 with Full Swing Fundamentals at only $60 per person. This is a great opportunity for ladies to improve their golf game and a great way to meet others.

PGA Professionals Butch Byrd and Hal Brown will provide instruction. Please contact the golf shop at 620-4653 or visit Ballantraegolf.com for more information or to register.

Special Equestrians Golf Tournament: Special Equestrians’ annual celebrity golf tournament will be Thursday, Oct. 2 at Timberline Golf Club in Calera. Former Alabama football legend Bobby Humphrey is the celebrity host. Registration is 8 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Lunch and awards presentations will be held in clubhouse following the tournament.

Special Pumpkin Patch Express Equestrians is a non-profit 2014: Take a train ride to organization that provides the pumpkin patch. Tickets therapeutic horseback riding available for 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to individuals with physical, developmental, every Saturday and Sunday in mental, October. Boarding times are and emotional disabilities. Oct. 5 9:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. Visit For more information, visit AWC Volunteer Orientation: Attending the Volunteer Specialequest.org.

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Orientation is recommended if you’re interested in Harvest Time: Old Baker volunteering or are simply Farm, 1041 Farmindale Road, Oct. 3-5 and 9-11 about Alabama Harpersville, is open to the Wait Until Dark: South curious public for visits through Oct. Shelby Theatre, located at 3612 Wildlife Center. Visit Awrc.

31. Harvest hours are from 3 Highway 26, Columbiana, org for times, dates and more p.m-dark during the week, presents Frederick Knott’s information.

9 a.m.-dark on Saturdays “Wait Until Dark.” Tickets and 1 p.m.-dark on Sundays. are $16 for adults and $13 Oct. 6, 13, 20 and Admission is $10; kids under for students and seniors. 27 2 are free. Fee includes a Performances are Oct. 3-4 and Painting Studio Class: The pumpkin and all events 9-11 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 5 at 2 Shelby County Arts Council except food, horseback rides p.m. Visit Southcitytheatre. hosts a relaxed studio class and arts and crafts. Visit com for more information or on Mondays in October.

You decide your project and Oldbakerfarm.com for more to make reservations. no experience necessary. information.

Attendees receive personalized attention with a professional painting instructor.

For more information, visit Shelbycountyartscouncil.com.

Oct. 11

National Veterans Day: National Veterans Day in Birmingham will be hosting the 2nd Annual 5K Family Fun Run/Walk and 10K Ruck Challenge to benefit veteran charities. The event is Oct. 11 at Veterans Park in Hoover starting at 8 a.m.

The 10K Ruck challenge requires runners to wear a weighted vest or pack for the duration of the run. Packs worn by men must weigh 40 pounds and 25 pounds for women. The cost of the 10K Ruck Challenge is $40 for individuals or $150 for teams of 4–8 members. The cost is $25. Registration forms can be downloaded at Facebook. com/10KRUCKChallenge.

Fall Instructional Series for Men: Men are invited to improve their golf game by attending Ballantrae’s Instructional Series For Men to be held Oct. 11–Nov. 1 at only $60 per person. This is a great opportunity for men to improve their golf game in preparation for next spring.

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OUT & ABOUT Visit Ballantraegolf.com for dates and details of the series.

Contact the golf shop at 620-4653 for more information or to register.

Oct. 11-12

Cowboy Day: Old Baker Farm’s Cowboy Day will be Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m.dark and Sunday, Oct. 12 from 1 p.m.-dark. The event features shootouts, Western music, hayrides, wagon rides, hay mountain, pumpkin patch and more. Cost is $10 per person.

Children under age 2 are free. Admission fee includes pumpkin and all events except food, arts and crafts and horseback rides. Old Baker Farm is located at 1041 Farmingdale Road in Harpersville. Visit Oldbakerfarm.com.

3rd Annual High School Juried Art Show. Students in 10th-12th grade are invited to participate. Awards will be presented for Best of Show and to the top artwork in each category. Art professors and college admissions officers will be invited to meet the artists.

Deadline for entry is Oct. 12.

Artist reception and awards presentation will be Nov. 9 from 2-4 p.m. For more information, visit Shelbycountyartscouncil. com.

Oct. 18

Battle for Oak Mountain Bike Race: The Battle for Oak Mountain Bike Race is Saturday, Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. at Oak Mountain State Park, located at 200 Terrace Drive in Pelham. Visit Active.com for more information regarding Oct. 12 entry fees, categories and more.

High School Juried Art Show Registration is free. deadline: The Shelby County Arts Council announces the

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Oct. 22

Baby Sign Language: 1011 a.m. St. Vincent’s One Nineteen’s Baby Sign Language class is Oct. 22 from 10-11 a.m.

Class teaches caregivers to communicate with their babies or toddlers before they are able to talk with common baby signs for mother, father, milk, eat, all done, more, dog and cat. Moms should bring their babies with them to the class. The class is designed for babies, ages six months to 2 years. To register, call Dial-A-Nurse at 939-7878.

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Oct. 25-26

Cotton Pickin’ Celebration : Old Baker Farm’s 2014 Cotton Pickin’ Celebration will be Oct. 25-26 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. This annual event features living history and exhibitors from across the South, including Native American arts and crafts, blacksmith, basket makers, broom makers and more.

Admission is $10 Children under 2 are free. Cash or check only. Old Baker Farm is located at 1041 Farmingdale Oct. 24 Living History Day: Teachers, Road in Harpersville. Visit bring your class to Old Baker Oldbakerfarm.com.

Farm for their annual American Civil War and Living History Shelby Living is happy to feature Day. Open only to schools community events in its monthly groups from 3rd-6th grade. calendar. The event must take Classes will meet Civil War place in Shelby County or be living historians who will tell sponsored by a Shelby Countyand demonstrate different based group. Email details to aspects of one of the most Katie.mcdowell@shelbyliving. com. l