By Sarah KuperAs a high school senior with a golf scholarship to St. Mary's University, it would seem Nick Weldon could rest on his laurels until graduation. But instead, Weldon is hard at work making calls, delivering fliers, organizing entertainment and spreading awareness about John Carroll High School's Relay for Life on April 15. Weldon is a leader in school in … [Read more...]
Bean Bags for a Cause: The Bell Center Junior Board Hosts Cornhole Classic
By Sarah Kuper The junior board of the Bell Center is hosting the 4th annual Bell Center Cornhole Classic on April 16 at Good People Brewing Company. Teams will toss bean bags to compete for the $300 first prize. One hundred percent of the money raised from registrations will go to support the Bell Center. Junior board President Lindsay Luketic said she expects this year's … [Read more...]
In the Name of Paul Meyers: Fourth Annual Golf Tournament Honors Vivacious and Giving Brother
By Sarah Kuper Julia Meyers said that if her brother Paul was alive to see the fundraising work their family is doing, he would have a thing or two to say about it. "He was so creative, so I'm sure he might be a little critical of the way we do things," she laughed, "but more than anything I think he would be proud of the way his friends and family are coming together to … [Read more...]
All Shook Up: Creative Montessori Hosts Annual Elvis Ball
Birmingham got its groove on March 19 at the 2nd Annual Elvis Ball: Viva Las Vegas. Guests arrived at Old Car Heaven for a fun-filled event benefitting Creative Montessori School, a private school in Homewood that serves children ages 18 months to sixth grade using Montessori education techniques. Dressed in ‘70s bell bottoms and jumpsuits, guests enjoyed casino gaming, a … [Read more...]
Relationship Driven: Church of the Highlands Focuses on Relationships as New Campus Opens
By Sarah Kuper The name almost says it all. Pastor Chris Hodges hopes Church of the Highlands attendees will understand that God has a higher plan for their lives. "We want to make a person's spiritual journey both clear and fulfilling. God has more for us." Even if someone has never set foot in one of Church of the Highlands' services, chances are they know somebody who … [Read more...]