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Activities and Entertainment Alabama’s Splash Adventure Waterpark, p 30 Alabster City Fest, p 16 Do It Yourself Crafts, p 13 iJump, p 31 JumPS 9:2, p 27 Painted By U, p 29 Pelham Ice Skating, p 4 Tree Top Family Adventure, p 28 Business Opportunities Celadon, p 10 Isagenix p 10 Sweet Caroline Origanal p 10 Thirty-One p 10 Camps Cameron Oaks Farms p 14 Camp Juliette Low, p 34 Samford Music, p 5 YMCA Hargis Retreat p 36 Children’s Clothing and Shoes Bugs Boys, p 35 Favorite Laundry, p 11 Fireflies and Fairytales, p 9 Jack n Jill, p 3 Sikes Children Shoes, p 3 Weepeat Boutique, p 18 Whoopsie Daisy, p 15 Consignment – Clothes/Furniture/ Sales Korduroy Krocodile, p 33 Short N Sweet, p 33 Then Again, p 33 Vintage Coutore, p 11 Weepeat Boutique, p 18 Dance Lessons and Apparel Applause Dancewear, p 35 Encore Dance, p 17 Pelham Ice Skating, p 4 NS Dance, p 5 Education and Training Gymboree, p 8 Tutoring Center, p 19 Tutoring Club, p 5 Gift Ideas Sweet Caroline’s Originals, p 10
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Household Dish Network, p 36 Innovative Surfaces, p 40 3D Air Services p 17 State Farm Insurance, p 9 Insurance State Farm Insurance, p 9
Maternity Clothing and Products 4D Mommies Ultrasound, p 37 For Ladies Only, p 13 Monogramming Thirty One Gifts, p 10 Music Programs Gymboree, p 18 North Shelby BC Music, p 35 Old Towne Music, p 37 Samford Music, p 5 Parties and Decorations A Play Place, p 27 Alabama’s Splash Adventure Waterpark, p 30 Amerson Events, p 31 Arch Duncan, p 23 Art Affair, p 29 Carnival Party Rentals, p 25 Clownin Around, p 27 Do It Yourself Crafts, p 13 Gamin’ Ride, p 3 Gymboree, p 8 iJump, p 31 JumPS 9:2, p 27 One Wish Away, p 25 Painted By U, p 29 Painted Personalities, p 23 Pinky Face Painting, p 25 Pump It Up,25 Tea Party Castle, p 27 Tree Top Adventures, p 28 World Class Tae Kwon Do, p 19
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Healthcare and Services Alabama Pediatric Dentistry, p 37 School: Enrichment Children’s Health System, p 39 Tutoring Center, p 19 CVPD, p 15 Tutoring Club, p 5 Dr. Rohner, p 9 Focus MD, p 7 Tae Kwon Do Infinity Sitting Service, p 35 World Class Tae Kwon Do, p 19 Little Impressions, p37 Pediatric & Adolescent Dentistry, p 4 Therapy Pediatric Smiles, p 18 Child’s Play Therapy Centers, p 15 PharmSouth p 11 Women’s Health Specialists, p 2 6 PLEASE SAY “I FOUND IT IN BIRMINGHAM KIDS AND FAMILY” THANKS!
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“We thought it was our mission to heal Brya
When a teenage friend greeted our son one d accompanied his reply, “I’m sick, but I can sti nate the beautiful, and powerful, life lived by struggle, he continued to love life and exude i obedient, loving, and funny. He was the best b best friend. Grandson, Great-Grandson, neph We miss him with de
Bryan was truly remarkable, brimming with t child, a fighter’s spirit. No matter the pain, th up fighting for the ability to sit up, to crawl, courage, tenacity, and loving kindness chang loved Jesus, and loves Him
We give all praise and honor to God for the shown to our family by you. Thank you for y Our deepest wish is that Bryan’s life brought through Christ Jesus, Lord and Savior. While and complete dependence on God’s grace. No hearts, telling us there are better days ahead, o light of this truth ea
Please remember your children as blessings fr ing a parent is great, cherish these times and calling bears. Let go of the petty things that most in life, your relationship with God and th we may help you as you helped us.
Jay and Christine Carr, publishers of Birmingham Kids their youngest son, Bryan, battled complications from a he was diagnosed with PNP deficiency February 3, 2012 left for Heaven February 19, 2013. His story co
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yan. It was actually his mission to heal us.”
day last year, Bryan’s famously bright smile ill give you a hug.”These words best illumiy Bryan Hall Carr. Though it was filled with its joy. He was the best son, sweet, generous, brother, watchful, playful, fun, caring, a true hew, cousin, and playmate, the sweetest boy. eeply aching hearts.
the kind of spirit every parent wants in their he illnesses, or the fatigue, Bryan never gave to walk, to stand, to smile…to breathe. His ged our family, and our world, for good. He m still…now face to face.
gift He gave us and thank Him for the love your prayers, support and encouragement. t you closer to God, fully reconciled to Him here, Bryan taught us strength through love ow, he reminds us that this grace calls to our our true home awaits and we must live in the ach and every day.
rom God, on loan to you. The privilege in benever forget the eternal responsibility your hinder your joy and seek out what matters he people He brings. Please let us know how Blessings to you, The Carr Family
and Family, spent this past year at Duke University as an umbilical cord transplant. After years of searching, 2, entered Duke Children’s Hospital June 1, 2012, and ontinues at www.COTAforBryanHallC.com.
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Rhythm N Motion Studio 205-578-2324 3 & up Up to 15 $200 2304 John Hawkins Pkwy www.bhamdance.com 2 hour party with Disco lights, DJ/Music, dance instruction, dance games. You can bring your own cake, refreshments, food, and decorations. Licensed and Insured.
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Pump It Up, Pelham, p 25 205-663-4646 1 - 99 15 - 25 $199 - $379 2724 Chandalar Place Dr. NE, Pelham www.pumpitupparty.com PRIVATE indoor arenas with gigantic inflatable slides, bounce houses, obstacle courses, etc. Celebrate in a PRIVATE party room. Includes all set up and clean up. Licensed and insured.
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Pelham Civic Complex-Ice Skating, p 4 205-620-6448 500 Amphitheater Road www.pelhamciviccomlex.com Ice Skating Birthday Parties - Multiple Packages available.
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Gymboree Play & Music, p. 8 205-982-4444 1 - 5 15 - 20 $265 & up 4544 Chase Circle, Hoover www.gymboreeclasses.com Our parties are set in a room full of colorful, child-sized play equipment. Highlights include: parachute time, bubbles, songs and other one-of-a-kind activities. Licensed and Insured.
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JumPs 9:2, p 27 205-338-9292 All 15 (Participants) 3308 Dr Johns Haynes Dr, Pell City www.jumps92.com Our parties are 2 hours, 80 minutes to play on 3 inflatables and 40 minutes in our party area.
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iJump 280, p 31 205-981-2696 Any Age Up to 250 From $249 157 Resource Center Pkwy ijump280.com Celebrate with us! Two hours of fun with a private party hostess, inflatables, indoor go karts, a rock climbing wall & arcade. Book now for Summer discounts!
A Play Place, p 27 205-903-5845 3231 Veterans Circle Suite 103 Trussville www.aplayplace.com 2 Hour Private arty that includes 26 invitations, 40 paperware & free arcade.
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2304 John Hawkins Pkwy www.bhamdance.com 2 hour party with Disco lights, DJ/Music, dance instruction, dance games. You can bring your own cake, refreshments, food, and decorations. Licensed and Insured.
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Painted by U, p.29 205-988-8933 5 - adult 8 - 18 $13 & up l 1713 Montgomery Hwy. S., Suite 139, Hoover www.paintedbyu.com Packages range from $13 - $22 per child. Parents provide the food and plastic ware ... we provide the rest! All paints & materials as well as glazing & firing for fired arts projects are included. It’s a FUN & UNIQUE way to celebrate a birthday! Most paints are washable.
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Do-It-Yourself Crafts, p.13 205-868-4346 5 - 105 10 - 30 $15 per guest 1909 Oxmoor Road www.doityourselfcrafts.com Get creative with pottery, tie-dye, glass and clay! We have a private party room. Fun for all ages! Licensed and Insured.
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An Art Affair, p.29 205-907-3442 5 - 105 10 - 75 $25/per painter P.O. Box 382484 www.haveanartaffair.com An Art Affair offers a unique and interactive way to celebrate your special birthday girl or boy with a personalized painting party.
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Annalyce's Bake Shop, p7 205-991-5006 7 & up 10 $200 l 5479 Highway 280, Suite 122 www.annalycesbakeshop.com All party guests bake and decorate their own cupcakes! Each guest receives 3 cupcakes - one to eat on site as a birthday cake and two to take home for party favors. Price includes 10 guests. Each additional guest is $15. Licensed and Insured.
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Tree Top Family Adventure, p 28 205-637-0333 All ages 10+ $164 and up 1012 Dunnavant Valley Road www.treetopfamilyadventure.com Includes: party captain, party room, b’day themed table setting, 4 packages to choose from, drinks, invitations, arcade fun card. Licensed and Insured.
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Tea Party Castle, p 27 205-529-0081 4 & UP Up to 15 $349 23 Olmsted Street Birmingham, AL 35242 www.teapartycastle.com/alabama Tea Party Castle provides magical princess-themed birthday tea parties. Our singing princess directs guests through their princess transformation, tea party, etiquette, fashion show, dancing, and more! Licensed and Insured.
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Splash Adventure Waterpark, p. 30 205-481-4750 All Ages 10 $199.99 4623 Camp Coleman Rd., Suite 101, Trussville www.pumpitupparty.com Our Birthday Splash Bash includes admission for 10 plus the birthday child to Splash Adventure Waterpark, one hour use in an indoor party room, pizza and birthday cake. Be sure to ask about upgrading to a Super Splash Bash! Licensed and Insured
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A Tiny Kingdom, p.25 205-802-8469 3-12 5-20 $350 and Up 2834 Culver Road Mtn Brook www.atinykingdom.com Custom Party choices for Boys and Girls. Your theme comes alive with fun and surprises. We will make their birthday special!
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Shark Tooth Creek, p. 7 205-373-2605 4 & up 24114 AL Hwy. 14, Aliceville www.sharktoothcreek.com Take a hay ride down to the creek to hunt for shark teeth and fossils. Return to host your party and your turn at “Playworld” with a 150 foot cable ride.
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Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum 205-668-3435 All ages Any Number Std $275 & Up 1919 Ninth St., Calera www.hodrrm.org Guests use the decorated Amtrak Party Car plus train ride tickets for 10 people. (Additional train ride tickets may be purchased for $8). Thomas the Tank engine themed party includes Thomas cake, ice cream, paper goods, drinks, and a Thomas balloon for the birthday child.. Licensed and Insured.
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Painted Personalities, p. 23 205-907-0747 All ages $100 & up Birmingham, AL www.paintedpersonalities.com Offering transformational face painting, henna, hand painted or air brushed temporary tattoos, and glitter tattoos for parties and special events. Some characters for parties with themes. Licensed and Insured.
Gamin’ Ride, p 3 205-368-2737 6 and up Varies on Packages Helena, AL www.gaminride.com Our mobile video game theater has vibrating seats, scent machines, lights and surround sound. We also offer laser tag, sumo, water tag and more. It’s a party at your house, not in it. Licensed and Insured.
Clownin-Around, p. 25 205-422-0595 121 Rock Inn Trail www.clownin-around.net Balloon Art, Face Paint, Sing-alongs, Magic Tricks, games, Grand Openings, Festivals.
Arch Duncan - Magician, p. 23 205-823-6045 4 & up Variable 2225 Chapel Rd., Birmingham web.mac.com/archduncanmagic Parties made so easy for you! I come to your home and supply everything for my show except the kids! Bunny included. Call or email today!
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