By Donna CorneliusMost audience members who see the stage version of “To Kill a Mockingbird” will recognize the man playing the role of lawyer Atticus Finch: the Emmy Award-winning Richard Thomas, who’s probably best known as John-Boy on the TV series “The Waltons.”But when the play comes to Birmingham this month, there’s another cast member who likely will be even more … [Read more...]
We Gather Together
By Susan Swagler Thanksgiving dinner is a beloved tradition, but – let’s face it – it can be quite stressful. If you’re the one hosting this meal, that means days and days of work.But what if you begin to gather before actually gathering with your family and friends? What if you gathered every aspect of your dinner – from appetizers to sides to … [Read more...]
No-Show Ball Aims to Lower the Rate of Infant Mortality in Alabama
By Rubin E. GrantWith Alabama’s rate of infant deaths among the highest in the nation, the No-Show Ball is hoping to help save the lives of babies.The No-Show Ball is a virtual fundraising event put on by the UAB School of Nursing’s Junior Board of Visitors. Now in its 16th year, all proceeds from this year’s event, on Nov. 5, will benefit the … [Read more...]
Yes, Our Health and Wellness Matters, Too
By Krissie AllenIt was just an old school picture. I was recently getting settled into my new home and sorting through forgotten boxes filled with childhood photographs when I saw it. It was my first grade picture, the one where I was wearing my favorite yellow dress and an angel charm necklace. I had stumbled across it a few times over the years, and each … [Read more...]
Bonded Book: Friends Reflect on Cancer Journey in ‘Two by Two’
By Anne RuisiKathryn Tortorici and Nancy Bynon’s friendship was forged 18 years ago when the then-Mountain Brook residents worked on a cookbook for the Junior League of Birmingham. Their bond grew over the years and transformed in 2019 when the women were diagnosed with breast cancer at the same time. The longtime friends have a book about their cancer journey … [Read more...]