By Donna CorneliusJournal features writerSpringtime in Birmingham means putting away winter coats, getting out the gardening tools—and visiting the Decorators’ ShowHouse.The annual Alabama Symphony Orchestra fundraiser lets designers create one-of-a-kind rooms in splendid settings. This year’s 38th ShowHouse, which will be open April 26-May 11, is the … [Read more...]
Community Cross Walk
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorOn Good Friday, members of Homewood churches will follow volunteers carrying a 7-foot wooden cross down Oxmoor Road in the annual Way of the Cross procession to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus.As the procession stops at four different Homewood churches for scripture readings, those gathered will not only be publicly stating … [Read more...]
Rallying for Relay For Life: OTM Events Kick off This Month
By Taylor BurgessJournal internOver the Mountain residents will have plenty of chances to get moving for a good cause this spring as several organizations are finalizing plans for Relay For Life events.The first event in the OTM area will be held at Mountain Brook High School on April 4. Events are planned locally through May 16.The Relay For Life is a … [Read more...]
From Corn to Collard Greens: Brys Stephens’ New Cookbook Spotlights Southern Staples
By Donna CorneliusJournal feature writerBrys Stephens knows how to tell a story--on a plate and on the pages of his new cookbook.The 41-year-old Birmingham native is the author of “The New Southern Table,” which devotes each of its 13 chapters to a classic Southern ingredient. From okra to watermelon, the foods on which he focuses made frequent appearances on … [Read more...]
Builder Puts Priority on User-friendly Houses
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorMike Wedgworth said he used the same "form follows function" design principle his company is known for to create his latest entry in the Greater Birmingham Home Builder's Association 2014 Parade of Homes.Wedgworth Construction Company's house at 2101 Shades Crest Road in Vestavia Hills will be open to the public during this year's … [Read more...]