By Sarah Kuper Social science journalist Malcolm Gladwell has a theory that it takes 10,000 hours to master a skill. Alexander Shunnarah, ubiquitous Birmingham personal injury lawyer, said he hasn't kept track of his hours, but he expects he's close to 10,000. "I think of counting them up sometime and I'm probably there but I know I've spent a tremendous amount of time … [Read more...]
Lane Parke Taking Shape: Betsy Prince Will Move from Brookwood Village to New Mountain Brook Development
By Sarah Kuper Bezshan Dolatabadi took ownership of the longtime Brookwood Village boutique Betsy Prince just a few months ago, but he already is moving on. "Brookwood Village has been very good to us, but in looking at new spaces, (Lane Parke) was the only place that felt like home," he said. Betsy Prince will be one of the tenants of the Lane Parke development, which is … [Read more...]
Pop of Color: New Shop Will Be a Designer Addition to Crestline Village
By Sarah Kuper In the midst of all the new development in Crestline Village, one existing space is quietly transforming into a bright spot among the construction. Next door to Miss Dots, Alabama textile designer Mary Catherine Folmar is painting and papering walls with vibrant colors and patterns. Formerly home to Arden Photography, Folmar's new retail space will be the … [Read more...]
Service First: Assistance League Welcomes a New Season of Operation School Bell
By Emily WilliamsOn the heels of being named Homewood’s Retail Business of the Year, the Assistance League of Birmingham is welcoming the recognition and looking forward to the possibility of gaining some new volunteers. The Assistance League’s retail outlets, PrimeTime Treasures and Encore, fund the organization’s three non-profit programs. PrimeTime Treasures takes … [Read more...]
Miss Dots: New Crestline Restaurant From Former Zoe’s CEO Already Has Regulars
By Sarah Kuper A nose for the restaurant business and a great cooking partner have made John Cassimus' latest restaurant venture a big success in Crestline and Tuscaloosa. Along with partners Tyre Stuckey and Leola Rogers (a.k.a. "Miss Dot"), Cassimus has created a new fast-casual dining opportunity for anyone interested in menu items such as fried chicken, collard greens, … [Read more...]