KultureCity held its annual philanthropy event, KultureBall, at the Southern Sky Aviation Hangar 34 on July 28. KultureCity unveiled the Sensory Activation Vehicle at the event, which can visit various events and offer a calm environment to those who are sensitive to overstimulation. Guests were able to walk onto the vehicle and experience all it had to offer – comfortable and … [Read more...]
L’Chaim!: Rotenstreich Devotes His Life to Holocaust Education, BHEC Devotes Annual Event to his Honor
By DeBorah LaymanBeing Joel Rotenstreich’s friend can be an expensive proposition, he says in an only half-jokingly manner. That’s because Rotenstreich is passionate about Holocaust education and tireless in his efforts to raise money for the Birmingham Holocaust Education Center, attending countless lunches and meetings with friends and associates to raise … [Read more...]
True to Life: Architect James Carter’s House Is Full of His History
By Donna Cornelius When architect James Carter meets with clients, he asks a question: What do you want your house to say about you? His own house makes a statement, but not in stark black-and-white terms. “I wanted to express the duality of my personality – casual and formal, city and country,” Carter said. Thus, the house he built three years ago in Mountain Brook is full … [Read more...]
Shelby Humane Society’s Bark and Wine to Auction Decorated Hydrants
Anyone who has been searching for a one-of-a-kind work of art that they and their four-legged friends can enjoy might find it at the Shelby County Humane Society’s annual Bark and Wine.Taking place July 21 at the Grand Bohemian Hotel, the auction fundraiser will feature 12 fire hydrants donated by the Mueller Company Water Products Division and transformed by … [Read more...]
An Evening to Remember, Celebrate and Fight Back: American Cancer Society Hope Gala Features Auction Items and Bright Colors
By Sarah Kuper The 38th annual Hope Gala benefiting the American Cancer Society is set for Aug. 18. This year's event will include elements of years past, such as dinner, dancing, remembering those who are fighting cancer and raising money for research and a cure. Only at this year's gala, bright colors and bold patterns will give the night a lively feel. "The event theme … [Read more...]