By Lynn Grisard Fullman Summertime. Ah, summertime! The living definitely is easy. The days are (mostly) sunny. The pace is slower. The possibilities are as abundant as thestars in the night sky. In Birmingham this summer, you will find festivals and special events of all sorts. “This is a great summer to stay right here in Birmingham,” said Dilcy Windham Hilley, … [Read more...]
Spring Break Close to Home: Alabama Offers Plenty of Hometown and Day Trip Options for Vacationing Families
By Lynn Grisard Fullman If for a minute you feel a twinge of envy that your friends are packing to go to faraway places during spring break, don’t despair. There are plenty of interesting places closer to home to keep you and your family entertained. “There is a joke among tourism professionals called ‘the inverse law,’ which means the closer you are to an attraction, the … [Read more...]
Exploring in the ‘Ham: The Birmingham Area is Full of Places to Go and Things to Do
By Lynn Grisard Fullman People travel hundreds of miles to explore Birmingham, which has a wealth of places to visit, to learn and to frolic. Lucky you, these attractions are mere minutes from your home. Here are a few suggestions: • With its scores of creatures and critters, the Birmingham Zoo always is a favorite. Even better, spring break activities, slated for March 25 … [Read more...]
Nashville in a Nutshell: Music City Could Be Your Go-To for Last-Minute Family Fun
By Ginny Luckie If you are in need of a last-minute family spring break trip, Nashville could be your answer. This destination is just a three hour drive north of Birmingham and a straight shot up Interstate 65. Music City is convenient, easy and has a lot more to offer than just country crooning. Nashville has activities and sightseeing that kids of all ages can … [Read more...]
Seventh Sign: Stewart Still Hopes to Reach Everest Peak
By Lee Davis As an experienced mountain climber who has reached the highest peaks on six continents, Mountain Brook businessman and lawyer Kent Stewart is accustomed to being close to danger. But no experience could have prepared him for the events of April. Stewart was in Nepal preparing for his second attempt to climb Mount Everest when a devastating earthquake in the area … [Read more...]