By Emily Williams This year, St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just a celebration of the patron saint of Ireland. March marks the 100-year anniversary of the Easter Rising, when Irish nationalists launched a rebellion against British rule. At its annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, the Birmingham Irish Cultural Society, a local melting pot of Emerald Isle enthusiasts, will pay homage … [Read more...]
Programmed to Party: The Homewood Library Celebrates 75 Years
By Emily Williams Libraries aren't just for books anymore, at least that's what folks at the Homewood Public Library think. This year marks the library's 75th anniversary and Executive Director Deborah Fout and her staff are celebrating their ability to keep community members filing through the doors every day. The library holds a four-star rating from the Library Journal … [Read more...]
Tree City Celebration: Mountain Brook Prepares for Arbor Day
By Emily Williams For 22 years, the city of Mountain Brook has claimed and maintained its status as a Tree City USA, proudly flying the flag on the pole in the City Hall yard. City Manager Sam Gaston said the annual Arbor Day celebration, being held this year on March 12, is a big part of the city’s efforts to maintain that status. To kick-off preparations for Arbor Day, the … [Read more...]
Step Right Up: Glenwood Junior Board Members Reflect on Call to Serve as Fundraiser Nears
By Emily Williams From the outside, Glenwood Autism and Behavioral Health Center looks much like a summer camp. The area is littered with small log cabins and a log fence running along the road. From the inside, Glenwood is a powerhouse of community service, providing community and outpatient programs that reach about 8,600 individuals a year. The organization serves adults … [Read more...]
Spain Rehab’s Women’s Committee Hosts Annual Dinner
By Emily Williams The Women's Committee of UAB's Spain Rehabilitation Center is planning its annual Firefly dinner to raise money to fund projects for the center and the patients who seek treatment there. This year’s dinner will be held Feb. 13 at The Florentine in downtown Birmingham.University of Alabama at Birmingham officials estimate they treat more than 1,100 … [Read more...]