By Lee DavisAt first glance, the score of Hoover’s close-shave verdict over Florence might make a casual observer think that the Bucs are ripe for the taking as they enter the semifinal round of the state Class 6A playoffs.But appearances are often deceiving.Hoover’s 22-21 win against the Falcons at Braley Stadium was the Bucs’ 28th consecutive victory, but it … [Read more...]
Legacy League Christmas Home Tour 2013
Over the MountainLegacy League Christmas Home TourDec. 12, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-8 p.m.The Legacy League, an auxiliary of Samford University, will present its third annual Christmas Home Tour Dec. 12. This year’s tour features the home of Samford President Andy Westmoreland and his wife, Dr. Jeanna Westmoreland, at 1994 Shades Crest Road in Vestavia Hills, the Broom … [Read more...]
Christmas by Candlelight in Vestavia
Vestavia HillsChristmas by CandlelightDec. 8, 2 and 6 p.m.Shades Mountain BaptistShades Mountain Baptist Church in Vestavia Hills will present "Christmas by Candlelight: King of Heaven" in two performances on Dec. 8 at the Columbiana Road church. Singers, dancers, artists and storytellers will present an ageless story of hope inviting all to celebrate the … [Read more...]
Christmas at Arlington
BirminghamChristmas at ArlingtonDec. 7-8Arlington Antebellum HomeChristmas at Arlington will be from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Dec. 7 and from 1-4 p.m. on Dec. 8. This year, the Arlington Historical Association is celebrating the museum's 60th anniversary. Visitors can step back in time as local decorators adorn rooms with period holiday décor. Holiday tunes will fill … [Read more...]
Birmingham Girls Choir Concert
HooverBirmingham Girls Choir ConcertDec. 8, 3 p.m.Shades Crest Baptist ChurchThe Birmingham Girls Choir will present its 2013 Holiday Concert at 3 p.m. on Dec. 8. The concert will be at Shades Crest Baptist Church, 452 Park Avenue in Hoover. The free concert will feature the group’s Una Voce, Intermezzo and Prelude Choirs. Margaret Heron, Meredith Devore and … [Read more...]