The Birmingham Zoo will host its largest fundraising event, ZooGala 2010, Sept. 25 at 6:30 p.m. With a boa constrictor, grey fox, hyacinth macaw and other animals, this event will be the wildest fundraiser in Birmingham all year.Guests will enjoy cocktails, dinner, live music and animal walkabouts in an African wonderland. All funds raised at ZooGala go toward the zoo’s new … [Read more...]
Maestro’s Ball Raises $650,000 for Education Programs
The Alabama Symphony Orchestra’s (ASO) annual Maestro’s Ball was Sept. 10, at the UAB’s Alys Stephens Center (ASC). This Maestro’s Ball raised more than $650,000 for the ASO’s Education programs.The ball was hosted by Lynn and Benny LaRussa. Dowd Ritter served as corporate chair, and Maggie Brook served as ball chair.Corey Walker, a sixth grade student at Green Acres … [Read more...]
A Good, Old Dog
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorWhat’s the secret to a long life? If you ask Joe and Jan Akin, they’d say lots of love, petting and boiled chicken – or at least that’s done the trick for their dog, Peanut.The Hoover couple thinks their Labrador-dachshund mix just might be one of the oldest, if not the oldest, dog in the state and possibly nation. Though they don’t … [Read more...]
Tablescapes Event Raises Funds for Salvation Army
The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary’s annual fundraiser, 2010 Tablescapes, will be Sept. 22 at the Metropolitan Church of God off Acton Road. Besides the decorated tablescapes, the event will feature a fashion show by Belk, silent auction and bake sale. Tablescapes designed by auxiliary members and friends of the auxiliary, include Wedding Surprise and Autumn … [Read more...]
BRIDGE FOR MIDDLE-SCHOOLERS TO BE OFFERED
After school bridge classes are scheduled to begin on September 16 at the Vestavia Civic Center from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. There will be no charge for these classes. Playing bridge has been proven to help students improve social skills, increase memory, develop planning abilities, as well as learning how to create strategies and to work cooperatively. This game offers … [Read more...]