By Keysha DrexelJournal editorWhen she decided to leave behind the long hours of her job in advertising to become a stay-at-home mom, Jennifer Lee of Homewood approached the change the way she approaches most things in life--by going all out.In the 12 years since the 42-year-old mother of three traded in her corporate wardrobe for an apron and an oven mitt, … [Read more...]
McWane Marks Anniversary
A special event was hosted Nov. 7 to commemorate the anniversary of founding of the McWane Science Center in Birmingham.More than 80 current and former patrons of the science center attended a reception in the special events hall to celebrate the center's founding 15 years ago.At the Founders’ Reception, guests got a preview of the new holiday exhibit, the Magic of … [Read more...]
Blood Drive in Vestavia Hills
Vestavia HillsBlood DriveNov. 27, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.Drayer Physical TherapyDrayer Physical Therapy will host a blood drive from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Nov. 27 at the Vestavia Hills office located at 2531 Rocky Ridge Road. For more information, call 453-9350. … [Read more...]
Three Generations of OTM Dancers Will Perform in ‘The Nutcracker’
By Ginny CooperJournal internFor Frances Rooney, dancing the part of Clara in the Nutcracker is a dream come true.The Spring Valley School sixth-grader said she remembers every detail about the day she learned she’d gotten the part in the Alabama Youth Ballet Company's presentation of the holiday classic in December.Frances said she was at her family's lake … [Read more...]
Riverchase Family Thankful for Finding Each Other
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorFor most families, the month of November is special because Thanksgiving gives them the time to gather around the table and be grateful for having each other.But November is especially worthy of celebration for one Riverchase family because of the journey that led to them all being able to come together this Thanksgiving.For … [Read more...]