By Susan SwaglerKelly Lewis knows what she likes. When it comes to decorating the home she and her husband, Jim, own in Mountain Brook, she knows how to source the fabrics and rugs and art and furnishings to make the place uniquely their own. Anyone can walk into The Kelly hotel in downtown Birmingham to get a sense of Kelly Lewis’ style. She was … [Read more...]
Encore: Mary Badham Returns to Her Hometown for Role in ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’
By Donna CorneliusMost audience members who see the stage version of “To Kill a Mockingbird” will recognize the man playing the role of lawyer Atticus Finch: the Emmy Award-winning Richard Thomas, who’s probably best known as John-Boy on the TV series “The Waltons.”But when the play comes to Birmingham this month, there’s another cast member who likely will be even more … [Read more...]
We Gather Together
By Susan Swagler Thanksgiving dinner is a beloved tradition, but – let’s face it – it can be quite stressful. If you’re the one hosting this meal, that means days and days of work.But what if you begin to gather before actually gathering with your family and friends? What if you gathered every aspect of your dinner – from appetizers to sides to … [Read more...]
No-Show Ball Aims to Lower the Rate of Infant Mortality in Alabama
By Rubin E. GrantWith Alabama’s rate of infant deaths among the highest in the nation, the No-Show Ball is hoping to help save the lives of babies.The No-Show Ball is a virtual fundraising event put on by the UAB School of Nursing’s Junior Board of Visitors. Now in its 16th year, all proceeds from this year’s event, on Nov. 5, will benefit the … [Read more...]
Luxury and Comfort: New Venture Adds Functional Pieces to NRD Brand
By June MathewsI’ve always found that the harder I work, the luckier I get,” said Nicole Roby.That said, Roby is one lucky girl. The owner and lead designer of Nicole Roby Designs works hard to surround her clients with the NRD brand of luxury, the kind that imparts beauty and elegance, yet leaves room for function and comfort. Known for blending layers of … [Read more...]