By Emily WilliamsMountain Brook’s Steeple Arts Academy will be transformed from studio to Jersey Shore for Central Alabama Theater’s “The Bikinis: a new musical beach party,” opening with a 7:30 p.m. show on July 27.Finishing off the 2016-17 season, the musical tells the story of four girls from a singing group who reunite after 20 years to relive their … [Read more...]
Same Face, New Place: Crestline Piggly Wiggly Celebrates Grand Re-Opening
By Emily Williams Members of the Mountain Brook community gathered in Crestline just off of Church Street the morning of June 3 to welcome back the Crestline Piggly Wiggly. The much-anticipated grand opening was the culmination of more than two years of hard work. “This is a great day for the city,” said Mountain Brook City Manager Sam Gaston. “It is one of the most eagerly … [Read more...]
‘That’s Your Heartbeat Out There’: Crestline Mom Wants to Make Her Son’s World Better
By Donna CorneliusThere’s a kind of hush all over Sara McDonald’s world. And she’s determined to break it.Her 11-year-old son, Jay, has Asperger’s syndrome, a disorder that’s on the higher-functioning end of the autism spectrum. The Crestline mom said it’s important for parents like her to tell it like it is – to be honest about living every minute of every day with a … [Read more...]
Safe Haven: Spring Valley School Supporters Want to See It Grow
By Donna CorneliusParents who meet with Spring Valley School’s executive director may not know that the woman facing them once sat where they’re sitting – on the other side of the desk.Dr. Laura Fiveash is the mother of one Spring Valley student and of another child who wasn’t accepted there.The independent college-preparatory school for bright kids with learning … [Read more...]
Back by Popular Demand: Piggly Wiggly Almost Ready to Return to Crestline Village
By Donna Cornelius One of Crestline’s most popular residents is coming back to the neighborhood. The new Piggly Wiggly supermarket in the Mountain Brook community has an anticipated opening date of May 31, company officials said. Owners Andy Virciglio and brothers Basim and Naseem Ajlouny hoped to re-open in Crestline Village after they had to shut down their store at the … [Read more...]