By Laura McAlister Journal EditorFriends of Shawntel Dixon Jones describe the mother of three as someone who was always ready to lend a helping hand in spite of her busy schedule, which included her boys' ball and swim practices and volunteer work with Vestavia Hills city schools."She was always the person you called if you wanted anything," said friend and … [Read more...]
About Town July 26, 2012
Birmingham Rally for Reading Aug. 9, 6 p.m. B&A WarehouseThis Literacy Council Junior Board event will include food and drinks, silent and live auctions and music from On the Real Side. Tickets are $25 in advance and $35 at the door. Visit www.literacy-council.org for more information or to purchase tickets.Birmingham Southern Summer Nights July 28, 8 … [Read more...]
About Town June 28, 2012
Mountain Brook Market Day July 21, 8 a.m. Mountain Brook VillageThis annual merchant-centered event in Mountain Brook Village has been described as a European-style sidewalk and tent sale. The one-day-only flea market will have discounts up to 75 percent. Participating merchants often have preview sales, music and other special events. Visit … [Read more...]
Bang-Up Ideas for the Fourth
By Morgan HartJournal InternThe Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce and Vestavia Hills Parks and Recreation will host the first event in its 31st annual “I Love America” Summer Celebration Series July 3.The community is invited to celebrate the Fourth of July event at Wald Park on U.S. 31.Those who attend are invited to bring lawn chairs, blankets, family members … [Read more...]
Patriotic Celebration
Brookwood Baptist Church is having special guest speaker Jeff Struecker (http://www.jeffstruecker.com/) come the church as part of a patriotic celebration. Jeff is a decorated Army Ranger and he is featured in the book and movie, "Black Hawk Down." Activities during the celebration include:4:45 Crafts and Decoration of Vehicles in preparation for a patriotic parade for the … [Read more...]