By Laura McAlister Journal EditorThrough Feb. 15, Yogurt Mountain is having a promotion to raise awareness and funds for the American Heart Association in recognition of American Heart Month.With each dollar donated to the AHA, Yogurt Mountain will place a card on its wall honoring a loved one or just showing support for heart-healthy lifestyles.David Kahn, CEO of … [Read more...]
Breaking Camp
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorDuring Lynn Thompson's 23 years as executive director of Camp Smile-A-Mile, it wasn't uncommon for her to come across some skeptical parents.In fact, years ago, Lynn herself was one such parent.It was 1985, the year Alabama's camp for children who have or have had cancer was founded, and Lynn’s oldest daughter Charlotte had been … [Read more...]
Blue Bows in Mountain Brook Strengthen Young Cancer Patient
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorThe blue bows on mailboxes in Mountain Brook might not mean much to some, but to Sean Fredella, they represent hope, support and, most importantly to him, prayers.The 11-year-old knows each time he sees one of those bows that someone is praying for him and hoping he overcomes his fourth bout with cancer."The support we've had from … [Read more...]
A New Twist on Yoga
By Laura McAlisterIn addition to the popular cobra and downward dog poses, Annie Damsky said her yoga classes often include some less conventional postures, like maybe an alligator or a flamingo. It all depends on her students.Annie is owner of Villager Yoga, opening Jan. 16 in Cahaba Heights. In addition to traditional classes, the former marketing professional also … [Read more...]
Charitable Clearinghouse
By Donna CorneliusMost people who move to new cities get involved by joining the PTA or the Rotary Club.Neil and Patti Eggers didn’t join an existing group. They started a new one.In 1998, the couple founded Hands On Birmingham -- with a little help from their friends.“All six of them,” said Patti with a smile.The reason for the couple’s small circle of pals … [Read more...]