By Sarah KuperParents of children with cancer have a lot on their plates.In the Birmingham area, they have access to a wide array of doctors and treatment plans through Children’s of Alabama, a major pediatric research center.But medical care isn’t the only challenge they face as they fight to get their children well. There are local groups that also can help with … [Read more...]
Cause for Celebration: Autism Society Honors Advocates During Fundraising Gala
The Autism Society of Alabama is hosting the Autism Shines Gala on Aug. 26 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Mountain Brook. The gala is celebrating its 20th anniversary with an event that includes a cocktail party and silent auction, a dinner and a live auction. Proceeds will benefit programs offered by the society. Society supporters this year lobbied … [Read more...]
Fight the Good Fight: Cancer Society Honors Robert E. Reed Foundation During Gala
By Sarah Kuper The Birmingham chapter of the American Cancer Society will host its annual Hope Gala on Aug. 19. The evening will include dinner, live music and an auction with dozens of items and packages, including tickets to the musical “Hamilton” in Atlanta along with a suite at the Ritz Carlton. The goal of the event is to celebrate and support the work of the American … [Read more...]
“Ask John” at Aldridge Gardens: Former Southern Living Editor to Speak at Alabama Hydrangea Society Meeting
By Sarah Kuper Local gardeners will have the chance to “Ask John” at the Aug. 23 meeting of the Alabama Hydrangea Society. Accomplished horticulturist and former Editor in Chief of Southern Living magazine John Floyd will speak about what he believes the Hydrangea Society and similar groups need to do to make gardening accessible, especially on a local level. Floyd is the … [Read more...]
Fun in the Sun: CAT Gears Up for Bikini Beach Party Featuring Songs of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s
By Emily WilliamsMountain Brook’s Steeple Arts Academy will be transformed from studio to Jersey Shore for Central Alabama Theater’s “The Bikinis: a new musical beach party,” opening with a 7:30 p.m. show on July 27.Finishing off the 2016-17 season, the musical tells the story of four girls from a singing group who reunite after 20 years to relive their … [Read more...]