The Birmingham Museum of Art is preparing to transport guests to the allure and elegance of Paris with its 69th Annual Museum Ball on May 2. This year’s theme, Étoile: A Parisian Affair, draws inspiration from the popular exhibition Monet to Matisse: French Moderns, 1850–1950, celebrating a century of French modern art. Co-chairs Katherine Blount, Ashley Miles and … [Read more...]
A Practical Conversation with Bobby Cope on Building Financial Stability
By Lee Hurley photo by Jordan WaldFinancial planning doesn’t always have to be stiff or complicated. The best insights come from real moments—helping a family after a hurricane, guiding a first-time investor or explaining why paying off a credit card can take priority over investing in the market. That’s how Bobby Cope has been plying his trade as a … [Read more...]
Bluff Park’s Khloe Ford Leaves A Legacy of Excellence
By Loyd McIntoshHoover High School’s Khloe Ford finished her senior season as one of the most successful and highly decorated prep basketball players in Alabama history. The Bluff Park resident recently led the Lady Buccaneers to their sixth consecutive state title and her fourth straight since joining the varsity squad as a freshman. Ford saved her best for last … [Read more...]
Mountain Brook Tennis Coach Carlee Petro Schaper sets the standard for her highly accomplished team
By Loyd McIntosh photos by Jordan WaldIn the middle of her second year at the helm, Mountain Brook tennis head coach Carlee Petro Schaper has the Spartans rolling once again. The Mountain Brook alum and former Birmingham-Southern College head coach is square in the middle of another successful season with her sights on more state titles for the most dominant high … [Read more...]
The House On The Hill: The house at 232 Poinciana Drive holds 99 years of history from its perch in Homewood, and now it will be on the Historic Hollywood Tour of Homes for a second time.
By Madoline Markham Koonce Photos by Maury WaldThe English Tudor-style house at 232 Poinciana Drive could tell a lot of stories from its 99-year history. It’s seen the families who have lived in its walls though the Great Depression, a world war and countless historical and life events. And for the last 46 of those years, the Homewood home has held the … [Read more...]