A former Auburn University player and NBA great made a surprise appearance at a fundraiser hosted recently by the Autism Society of Alabama.Charles Barkley attended the 17th annual Autism Shines Gala, formerly known as the FROG Affair, at Ross Bridge Resort in Hoover Aug. 23.Barkley posed for photos with several of the more than 350 guests at the gala.Barkley … [Read more...]
Tiki Barber Among Guests at KultureCity Gala
A star-studded event held in the Grand Ballroom of the Westin Birmingham last month raised money to help those with autism.A former NFL player, a former NBA player and general manager, and several other celebrities joined 252 guests Aug. 15 for KultureCity's annual Gala.KultureCity is a nonprofit organization based in Vestavia Hills aimed at creating a world where … [Read more...]
Prom Fundraiser Aids Ronald McDonald House
A recent fundraising event turned back the hands of time to make sure there’s a bright future for those who need a place to stay when their children are sick.The Junior Board of Ronald McDonald House Charities hosted the inaugural Don't Stop Believin' 80s Prom fundraiser at Woodrow Hall in Birmingham July 26.The event raised more than $3,700, which will benefit the … [Read more...]
Monte D’Oro Neighborhood Celebrates 50th Year
A Hoover community recently celebrated its 50th anniversary.The Monte D'Oro Neighborhood Association hosted the celebration at Aldridge Gardens on Lorna Road July 27.The party featured cake and ice cream. Guests were entertained with 1950s music from a band called Kool Kats, a group that performs as a mission for its church in Argo.Current and former Monte D'Oro … [Read more...]
Sylvester Croom Headlines Firehouse Shelter Luncheon
Tennessee Titans running backs coach and legendary University of Alabama football great Sylvester Croom gave a passionate and inspirational message about overcoming obstacles to a luncheon crowd of 225 people June 27 at the Harbert Center in Birmingham.Croom was the keynote speaker at the fundraiser for the Firehouse Shelter.The event raised nearly $46,000 to benefit … [Read more...]