Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce will hold a luncheon May 6 with entrepreneur John Cassimus as the featured speaker.Cassimus will talk about his entrepreneurial endeavors, such as Zoë’s Kitchen, Maki Fresh, Jinsei, Crazy Cazboy's and Sawtooth Plantation. Cassimus was born in Birmingham, where he grew up and attended Mountain Brook High School. Cassimus was a … [Read more...]
‘Huge Honor’: Exceptional Foundation Volleyball Team Will Represent Alabama in Special Olympics USA Games
By Rubin E. GrantIf Disney World is looking for someone new for one of its television commercials, perhaps they could consider The Exceptional Foundation volleyball team.You probably have seen those commercials in the past when they interview famous athletes after they have just won a championship and ask them what they’re going to do next.In the case of The … [Read more...]
Brunch with Birdy: Gus Mayer Bringing Luggage Designer in for Event
By Ally MorrisonGus Mayer on April 30 will be hosting Brunch with Birdy, an event featuring Smart Birdy, a women’s luggage company. Beginning at 11 a.m., Gus Mayer will have complimentary tea and pastries while founder and CEO of Smart Birdy, Abby Listo, gives a demonstration of the brand’s newest collection.Listo also will educate guests on how to pack … [Read more...]
Murphy’s Law: Lather, Rinse, Repeat
By Sue MurphyI recently received a text saying it was time to have my exterior windows washed. (It was from the cleaning company, not my neighbors.) Anyway, I thought, “Didn’t I just do that?” I checked and I had indeed done that … six months ago. It was time to do it again.“Didn’t I just do that?” It’s the same thought I had wiping down my shower this morning. … [Read more...]
Master Accomplishment: Mountain Brook Youngster Finishes Third in Drive, Chip and Putt Nationals at Augusta
By Rubin E. GrantEmma Kate Rice might be only 11 years old, but she already knows her way around a golf course.During Masters Week, she got a chance to compete at the prestigious Augusta National Golf Club in the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals on April 3.A field of 40 boys and 40 girls competed in eight age divisions. Emma Kate was one of 10 golfers who … [Read more...]