Story by Emily Williams • Photos by Jordan Wald What have you learned about the importance of toys during this pandemic? Kids have had enough screen time with their schooling. So, parents want to get their kids away from their screens with toys. They are wanting more puzzles, games, art kits and just tried-and-true pieces – even Barbies – because you just want some good … [Read more...]
Play On!: Brad Simpson of Smith’s Variety
Story by Emily Williams • Photos by Jordan Wald What have you learned about the importance of toys during this pandemic? During the early stages of the pandemic, everyone was stuck together. So, having stuff to do together as a family has been so important. It’s easy for members of a family to go off and do their own thing. I find our kids doing that, going to … [Read more...]
Play On!: Tricia McCain of Homewood Toy & Hobby
What have you learned about the importance of toys during this pandemic? You can never underestimate the value of play for a child. We have seen many parents buying toys that engage the entire family, such as puzzles, board games and outdoor activities. We have also seen more toys being purchased that are hands-on like craft and science kits. The hobby department has had one … [Read more...]
Wall of Heroes: Louis Pizitz Middle School Celebrates Living History Day
Correction: Louis Pizitz Middle School's first Living History Day program was hosted Nov. 8, 2002 and was facilitated by then faculty member Jane Sharp along with then principal David Miles. Students at Louis Pizitz Middle School in Vestavia Hills took part in a celebration of America’s veterans on Nov. 5. Pizitz Principal Chris Pennington said he was grateful to school … [Read more...]
‘The Right Thing to Do’: Medical Properties Trust Officer Doubles Down on Nonprofit Support
By Emily Williams With success comes great responsibility, in the eyes of Edward K. Aldag Jr., chairman, president and CEO and president of Medical Properties Trust. For Aldag, the pandemic has become a time to double-up on his efforts to support others. “We try to do it quietly, just because it is the right thing to do, but we have more than doubled our efforts this year … [Read more...]