The Assistance League of Birmingham’s signature fundraiser, One Starry Night, is a party with a purpose on March 9 at The Club. Chairwomen Mary Ann Wade and Molly Bee Bloetscher are planning a night with a silent auction, seated dinner, live auction led by Christie King with C King Benefit Auctions, and music from The Bassmen. The brightest star of … [Read more...]
The Way It Was: Skipper’s New Book Tells Story of Integration of Alabama’s Football Team
By Rubin E. GrantArtist and author Steve Skipper wasn’t planning to do a book about the integration of the University of Alabama football team.But while doing research for a commemorative painting honoring John Mitchell and Wilbur Jackson, the first two black players for the Crimson Tide, it turned into more than just a piece of art. It became a book, titled “9780 Paul … [Read more...]
Vestavia Author Publishes Children’s Book About Oliver, the Wheelchair-Bound Dachsund
Vestavia Hills author Mary Anne Freeman has published a picture book about her long-haired dachshund Oliver, who spent 10 of his 15 years in a wheelchair.“Let’s Roll, Oliver!” is written for 4- to 8-year-olds, but Freeman said in a statement, “It can help teach us that we’re all special, that we can show kindness and respect to all people – and animals.”“Oliver never … [Read more...]
Ray’s Reign: Well-Known Real Estate Leader Is 56th Annual Beaux Arts Krewe Ball King
By Donna CorneliusThis year’s king of the Beaux Arts Krewe has had a variety of life experiences, from highlights in his real estate career to involvement in a host of civic and church activities. But one of the strongest influences on Henry Ray, now president and co-owner of Ray & Poynor Properties, occurred when he was just a teenager.After a childhood in … [Read more...]
Hope Now: One-Armed Golfer From Hoover Taking Part in Efforts to Get Orphans Out of Ukraine
By Rubin E. GrantWhen war broke out in Ukraine last year, Alex Fourie wanted to return to his homeland to join the fight against Russia, even though he doesn’t have a right arm. “I don’t know what I could have done with just one arm,” Fourie said, “but I was ready to go over and fight. It’s definitely heartbreaking watching my friends being … [Read more...]