Enjoy Hoover - November/December 2022

Advocates with Integrity

AshLeigh Meyer Dunham & April Hare DeLuca are more than just family law attorneys. They are wholeheartedly devoted to helping families through tough, emotional times. They believe the clients are more than a case file. At Magic City Law, they take the time to get to know their clients, their families, their goals, and to counsel clients in order to ensure the best possible outcome. Magic City Law, LLC is a boutique all female family law firm.

With a focus on families, AshLeigh and April are truly able to devote all their energy and effort to client-centered legal solutions. Their practice is focused on adoption, ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) representation, divorce, family law, and child custody. AshLeigh and April have a love for families. Learning from their experiences as Guardians Ad Litem, where they came to the realization that the needs of minor children are often overlooked in family law disputes, AshLeigh & April craft legal responses to family law matters with the children in mind. In developing a legal strategy that protects the best interests of children, they strive to ensure a solution reached benefits the entire family.

Research is not simply routine at Magic City, it is continuous. Family Law, especially in the area of ART, is quickly and constantly evolving. These attorneys stay on top of the newest trends and case law in their field. Through continuing education and research, AshLeigh and April cultivate and perfect new and inventive ways to represent their clients and help them to achieve their end goal. As both attorneys live in Ross Bridge and are actively raising their families in Hoover, Hoover families are always at the forefront of their minds. At Magic City Law, their mission is to help Hoover families move forward.

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FOUNDER’S NOTE

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

I love the Holidays. From gathering with family for dinner at Thanksgiving to worshiping with family at the Christmas Eve candlelight service, it is a wonderful time with friends and family to fellowship and share faith experiences.

This holiday edition of Enjoy Hoover has been a very fun issue to put together. We are sharing our favorite holiday meals and highlighting two of the best Italian restaurants in the state located right here in Hoover — Tre Luna Bar & Kitchen and Bellinis Ristorante.

We are celebrating The White House Interiors’ new Hoover store with owner Ann Marie James. After previously operating a store in the Greystone area of Hoover (and later moving it to Brook Highland), she is back in Hoover, filling a storefront along the busy Highway 150 corridor. The White House is a great place to buy a gift for that person on your list with exquisite taste.

Speaking of exquisite taste, I want to spend Christmas at the “castle” and relax at Ross Bridge

over the holiday…another great Christmas gift idea for a romantic getaway or day retreat gift certificate. Check out our story on this iconic destination.

Kim Cripps, a new writer for us, explores the large and ever growing “Hoover Makers’’ community. These crafters offer unique and custom gifts for almost everyone on your gift list. Many of them make truly “one of a kind” items that are made by hand, one at a time.

We cannot forget having fun! This issue features Christmas fun for families along with some “over 21” ideas for celebrating New Years in Hoover. Connect with Enjoy Hoover on Instagram and Facebook (@EnjoyHoover) to share your favorite Hoover holiday activity ideas and places to eat.

Wishing you a joyous and peace filled Christmas.

David Cohen Founder and Co-Publisher

Enjoy Hoover is your guide to dining, entertainment, and shopping in Hoover, Alabama’s sixth largest city. From major events like the SEC Baseball Tournament, the World Games, and the Regions Tradition, to local live music, to hidden gems in local shopping, to the world-class lineup of restaurants, Hoover has tons to offer to residents, guests, and visitors alike.

Enjoy Hoover is published six times a year, a joint venture between David Cohen of the Hoover Restaurant Alliance, Matthew Allen of JBMC Media, and Mitzi Eaker of Mitzi Jane Media. These three longtime Hoover residents blend a passion for their community with years of experience in communication, publishing, marketing, and hospitality.

Copies of this magazine are available at more than 100 locations throughout Hoover. Connect with us through our social media channels: Instagram (@EnjoyHoover) and Facebook (@EnjoyHoover). Visit us online at EnjoyHoover.com.

We hope you Enjoy Hoover!

David Cohen (205) 213-3617 enjoyhoover@gmail.com

Matthew Allen (205) 617-9609 matthew@jbmcmedia.com

Mitzi Eaker (205) 862-0629 mitzijanemedia@gmail.com

ABOUT THE COVER:

Three local makers are among the ten featured in this issue, and their creations provided the backdrop for this cover photo: Matthew Allen of Deo Gloria Wood Works, Ramsey

Nuss of Good Neighbor Baking, and Rachel Baker and Becca Watkins of Bumble & Brie Charcuterie. Photo by Fields Photo for JBMC Media.

Holiday meals, TO-GO

BY MITZI EAKER

When it comes to eating out, Enjoy Hoover has you covered at EnjoyHoover.com with information about all our local restaurants. However, every year during the holidays we need a few “go-to restaurants” that we can count on to feed the last minute or unexpected 10 to 20 friends, family, and students gathered in our homes for a meal. It is the holidays, so you must do better than pizza and finger foods. Here are a few restaurants and specialty groceries for pulling together great holiday meals or parties at the last minute. Let’s start with everyone’s favorite…

DESSERTS

Full Moon BBQ has delicious pies for your holiday dessert table: chocolate, Key lime, and

coconut. Plus, you can grab a dozen cookies for the kids to enjoy. Located along the Highway 31 corridor in Hoover and also on 280. fullmoonbbq.com

JaWanda’s Sweet Potato Pies is one of the hidden gems in Hoover. Located on Valleydale Road near Highway 280, JaWanda has full sized pies or individual servings. Custom pies include original, pecan, orange cream cheese, marble chocolate, s’mores, coconut pineapple, and many more. These can be served as a dessert or a side dish. jawandasweetpotatopie.com

A local staple and go-to cake place is Edgar’s Bakery. My favorite is the round strawberry cake and round chocolate on chocolate cake. The round cakes feed 10-15 people. You can also special order sheet cakes to feed more people

with the same great taste. Edgar’s is also a great place to grab sweets and treats to create a sweet plate. Edgar’s has several locations throughout the greater Birmingham area, with two locations in Hoover: at Cadence Place on Cahaba Valley Road, and in Stadium Trace Village near I-459. edgarsbakery.com

SIDE DISHES

There are several places in Hoover that carry pans of dishes for quick pick up. One of my favorites is Ashley Mac’s. With two Hoover locations in Hoover (Cahaba Valley Road and Highway 31), it is an easy choice for pick up. Sides include baked cheese grits, brown sugar bacon green beans, mac and cheese, roasted red potatoes, squash casserole, and broccoli slaw. ashleymacs.com

Chef Shelby Adams at Hometown Fare in Ross Bridge is always cooking up something special, especially over the Holidays. Check with him to see what whole holiday meals are available that week. You can always count on our favorites to be available on a first come, first served basis, like maple roasted Brussels sprouts, mac and cheese, twice baked potato, and sweet potato casserole. hometownfareRB.com

MEATS AND WHOLE MEALS

Order a whole cooked turkey or turkey by the pound at Moe’s Original Bar-b-Que. You must pre-order, so make sure you call to get the details and place an order. Moe’s is located at The Village at Brock’s Gap. moesoriginalbbq.com

Last year alone, The Cajun Cleaver cooked and served over 800 turkeys! They specialize in cooked smoked spiral ham, and fried or smoked whole turkey. If you just want someone to do your whole meal, they offer whole Thanksgiving and Christmas meals with cornbread dressing, turkey gravy, 2 sides, and Millie Ray’s yeast rolls. The Cajun Clever is located on Highway 150 between I-459 and South Shades Crest Road. shop. thecajuncleaver.com

INTERNATIONAL MEALS

For Middle Eastern and Indian holiday foods, Alabama Halal Foods International on Lorna Road has special order meats and entrees for family gatherings like Daal, Lamb Biriyani, Chicken 65, Samosas, Spiky Laal Aloo, Channa Chat, and much more for large groups. Visit the grocery to place an order at 3150 Lorna Road.

MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT

BY KIM CRIPPS

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Gifts are my love language – and how I like to express love to those on my holiday shopping list. It’s not the gift itself, but the thought, intentionality and effort behind the gift that makes it so meaningful. This year, we’d like to introduce you to a few of our local friends with a knack for creating memorable gifts and experiences that are sure to make your holidays even more magical.

Amberly Arah Art, Amberly Burrow: Amberly has used her unique gifts and talents to create beautiful, local art since 2015. She specializes in painting abstracts, hand lettering,

sonogram heartbeats, wedding signs and custom designs in both large and small sizes. Her calm, neutral color palates effortlessly blend with any décor. For more information and to order, email AmberlyArahArt@yahoo.com or message on Facebook or Instagram @AmberlyArahArt. Bumble and Brie

Charcuterie, Rachel Baker and Becca Watkins: Founded by sisters with a shared passion for creating community, Bumble and Brie makes it easy to bring people together around one of their artfully designed – and personalized – charcuterie boxes, platters and grazing tables. You can even gift a charcuterie-making class “full of good food, lots of conversation and love.” Book your

Bumble & Brie Charcuterie

Amberly Arah Art

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board or class online at bumbleandbrie.com and follow on Facebook and Instagram @ BumbleandBrieCharcuterie.

Deo Gloria Wood Works, Matthew Allen: A rainy beach day led Matthew to transform his pandemic passion project into an official business. Latin for “Glory to God,” Deo Gloria honors His creation by bringing wood products to life as beautiful, functional items such as cutting boards, charcuterie boards, stove top covers, bed swings and furniture. To bring home your custom piece, follow on Facebook or Instagram @ DeoGloriaWoodWorks, text (205) 617-9609 or

email matthew@deogloriawoodworks.com

Good Neighbor Baking, Ramsey Nuss: Born from a desire to connect with others and do something creative during her sons’ naptime, Ramsey officially launched her boutique-style home bakery business in 2020. She’s known for gorgeous cookie cakes and other small-batch treats, including mini sams – mini oatmeal cream sandwiches that are a customer favorite. Visit goodneighborbaking. com or follow on Facebook and Instagram @GoodNeighborBaking to find your new favorite dessert.

Glass & Grain, Micah Simpson: Specializing in handblown glass and custom

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Good Neighbor Baking

From left, Deo Gloria Wood Works and Glass & Grain.

woodwork, Micah formally launched his business in 2017 after decades of learning, enjoying and perfecting the crafts. Customers especially love Bubble Cups drinkware in marine blue, as well as custom cabinets and tables. Micah also offers glass-blowing classes for a one-of-a-kind experience. To shop, book classes and contact, go to glass-and-grain.com, follow @glass_and_grain on Facebook and Instagram or email micah@glass-and-grain. com.

JOYful by Harvey, Chandra Rancher

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Harvey: Committed to spreading joy to their customers, JOYful offers spirit gear – think tees, hoodies, hats, water bottles, tote bags and trendy cropped sweatshirts – featuring local schools and sports teams for your favorite Hoover fan. Their unique print-ondemand model makes custom orders easy and affordable. To purchase, go to joyfulbyharvey. com or connect on Facebook and Instagram @JoyfulByHarvey. Custom orders can be emailed to info@joyfulbyharvey.com.

Richardson Axeworks – Chris

Richardson: A recipient of Garden and Gun’s “Made in the South Awards,” Chris Richardson offers restored vintage American axes ranging from 50-150 years old. He prefers the quality of vintage axes to “cheap, modern axes that inevitably fail.” Fortunately,

he also sells a variety of custom-modified, American-made modern axes and hatchets of the highest quality. For ready-to-ship and custom orders, go to richardsonaxeworks. com or follow on Facebook and Instagram @ RichardsonAxeWorks.

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From left, Richardson Axeworks and Sweet as Honey Cards.

JoyFULHoney Cards.

Sweet as Honey Cards, Ashley Mason: Psalm 119:103, “How sweet are Your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth,” was the motivation behind this Christian small business. Ashley’s best sellers are her inspirational scripture card sets, personalized with the recipient’s first name and available in 10 themes. To shop cards, prayer journals, gift sets and more go to sweetashoneycards.com, follow @SweetAsHoneyCards on Facebook and Instagram or visit Hoover Shipping for non-personalized items.

Terry Wakefield Shea, Terry Shea: Terry believes in the joy of giving. As the founder and former owner of Wrapsody, she began making decorative concrete bowls to carry this joy into retirement. The bowls, which come in 4-, 10- and 14-inch diameters, are a “true collaboration with the elements of nature.” Customers enjoy using the various

sizes as ring catchers, on coffee tables and as statement centerpieces. For prices and to order, contact Terry on Facebook @ TerryWakefieldShea, Instagram @terrywshea or email terrywakefieldshea@gmail.com.

West End Publishing, LLC, Chandra Sparks Splond: Chandra writes fiction books for African-American tweens and teens. Her relatable characters help readers “see themselves on the covers and within the pages of books.” Secret Weapon, a new release, is a number-one Amazon bestseller. Her Worth the Wait series, which deals with teenage abstinence and the importance of loving yourself and others, is another popular choice. For all titles and to purchase, go to Amazon, chandrasparkssplond.com, Facebook @BookofSplond or Instagram @ ChandraSparksSplond.

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Italian-themed FINE DINING

BY BEN WALKER

Hoover inspires both visitors and locals alike with Southern hospitality and culture that brings people together!

In addition to the local sites and sounds, visitors from all over will enjoy the international flavor of local restaurants and venues that bring themes from far away. Two

Italian restaurants in town bring rave reviews from locals on a regular basis.

TRE LUNA BAR & GRILL

With humble beginnings as a catering service, beginning in 2014, Brian Mooney has always maintained a passion for Italian cuisine. Ever since he was a child he has been a part of

PHOTO PROVIDED BY TRE LUNA

Tre Luna has an adult date-night atmosphere.

Italian restaurants, loving the simple yet refined quality offered in Italian cooking.

Through offering his catering services over the years, Brian has been a part of offering local businesses, events, and activities with the finest quality Italian dining experiences!

“We appeal to date night couples wanting to enjoy fine wine or friends wanting to grab a specialty Italian pizza, in a flexible environment—the flexibility of being your neighborhood go-to spot yet sophisticated,” says Mooney. “We have a ‘downtown’ feel in a local context. There is an adult date atmosphere.”

After experiencing success in the catering space, he and his wife, Erin, opened Tre Luna Bar & Grill in the Village at Brock’s Gap, opening in March 2019.

Tre Luna allows guests to sense a tasty blend of Italian mixed with Hoover hospitality. Brian’s business exemplifies the high-quality date night experience locals have come to

BELLINI’S RISTORANTE

Connection—the element fine dining can bring when friends or lovers share a glass of Italian specialty wine!

With the goal of creating a dining experience where guests and locals connect, in a comfortable setting, birthed the vision of Doug Hovanec and Niki Corbett to open Bellini’s Ristorante in 2008. With deliciously crafted Tuscan Italian favorites cooked in the wood-burning grill, locals and visitors have the opportunity to enjoy seafood, meat selections in Birmingham’s only Italian infused steakhouse.

Doug and Niki’s dream of creating a comfortably sophisticated fine dining Italian experience, where Hoover and 280 visitors can enjoy connecting, is now a staple Hoover reality. Located just off of Cahaba Valley Road near the intersection with Highway 280, everyone is welcome to enjoy a delightful Tuscan dining evening during this holiday season.

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PHOTO PROVIDED BY BELLINI’S RISTORANTE Bellini’s Ristorante is Birmingham’s only Italian infused steakhouse.

HOLIDAYS

in Hoover

BY BEN WALKER

In the city of Hoover, visitors and locals alike find enjoyment in top-of-theline restaurants, entertainment venues, and activities famous to the city. Christmas and New Year’s are no different, with traditions unique to the city.

Nothing says “holiday” quite like hot chocolate, Santa Claus, lighting decorations, and, most importantly, family! Let’s open the “Hoover Christmas package” (a little early) and see all of the fun seasonal activities awaiting your crew.

CITY OF HOOVER CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

What better way to start the holiday season than the lighting of the Hoover

Christmas tree at Hoover City Hall, right along the busy Highway 31 corridor and visible from I-459.

Mayor Frank Brocato, along with special guests from local schools and a local celebrity, emcee the city’s Christmas tree lighting each year. Residents of all ages gather around the 43-foot tree to celebrate and light up the evening to welcome the holiday season with hot cocoa and snacks. Festivities begin at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, November 29th at the parking lot of Hoover City Hall at 100 Municipal Lane.

After the tree has been lit, Santa will arrive on his sleigh, cleverly disguised as a fire truck, to the Hoover Public Library adjacent to City Hall. Children can visit

Santa on the Library Plaza. Each visitor will receive a free photo with the jolly old elf. Mrs. Claus, a team of elves and other costumed Christmas characters will also all be there to greet the kids!

HO HO HOOVER

Santa Claus is coming to the HooverRandle Home! The home will be filled with beautifully decorated Christmas trees. Plus, there will be great food from a local restaurant and entertainment provided by talent from the community and local schools.

Ho Ho Hoover is Sunday, December 4, 2022 at the Hoover-Randle Home, 2255 Tyler Road. Tickets will be available for purchase in the coming weeks and kids 12 and under are admitted free. For information and tickets, visit aldridgegardens.com

SANTA’S CIRCUS AT THE HOOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY

Santa’s Circus on December 1 and 2 at

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7:30 p.m. at the Hoover Public Library Theater brings together the amazing showmanship of acrobatics mixed with the magic of Christmas. Watch as Santa’s acrobatic team performs captivating stunts in this beautifully orchestrated Christmas holiday event, The Magical World of Santa’s Circus: Holiday Cirquetacular.

Laugh, wonder, and make lasting memories as your family enjoys the special circus performance—Santa style! Choose either one of these dates as a fun family night out to experience the joy and fun the holiday season brings.

Tickets Available at events. hooverlibrary.org

CHRISTMAS SERVICES AT LOCAL CHURCHES

Hoover has many churches across several denominations, and many of them offer special Christmas services on and leading up to Christmas day. Find out more by searching for a local place of worship on social media and checking out their events and postings.

Christmas at the Castle at Ross Bridge

BY CARMEN BROWN

Since 2005, the Ross Bridge community in Hoover has been home to the Marriott

Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa. Covering 12,000 square feet with 259 guest rooms, Ross Bridge welcomes visitors with its captivating waterfalls and fountains as well as the third-longest golf course in the world that is part of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. Surrounded by a magnificent view of the foothills, it serves as a perfect spot for peace and relaxation.

But what many people don’t know is that for the last 10 years, during the holidays, this luxurious resort has been transformed into what people like to call a wondrous “Christmas Castle.”

Jonathan McKinney, director of sales and marketing since April of

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2016, said preparations for Christmas at the resort begin the day after Thanksgiving, with the help of a company called Interiorscapes.

“It’s never more special to be here than around Christmas,” McKinney said. “It just becomes a magical castle. It’s a special time for people of all faiths and all walks of life. The décor assists us in bringing alive the spirit of Christmas.”

McKinney said that although the event

calendar for this year has not yet been finalized, holiday events commence the first week of December. Fireside readings in the lobby are held from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m., where local celebrities come in and read Christmas stories to children. This event is open to the public as well.

Past celebrities have included Hoover Mayor Frank Brocato, voice of the Alabama Crimson Tide Eli Gold, former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback John Parker Wilson, WBRC reporter and sports

anchor Jeh Jeh Pruitt, and ABC 3340 meteorologist James Spann. “We have hot cocoa, Christmas cookies, hot apple cider and Christmas cocktails for the adults,” McKinney said.

On the weekends, guests only can enjoy holiday movies on the big screen, and on a few Saturdays, they have Breakfast with Santa, which is also open to the public. McKinney said Ross Bridge has also recently undergone a full renovation, with a few more changes to come.

“New carpet, new TVs, desks, chairs, bedding, everything. We’re also renovating our meeting spaces with airwalls and new carpet.”

JT’s Cocktail Lounge has already been renovated, and McKinney said at some point in 2023 the coffee shop will be turned into a social room, similar to a Parisian bistro with various retail goods. Brock’s Restaurant will be renovated at a point yet to be determined, but it will have a new menu concept

McKinney said room packages and promotions will be available on their website, rosssbridgeresort.com, sometime in November. They will also post information and updates on their Facebook page.

“Moms and dads and grandparents have made Ross Bridge an annual visit to help make those holiday memories,” McKinney said.

The White House, a great place to outfit YOUR house

BY CARMEN BROWN

“It will be beautiful. Thank you!” Owner Ann Marie James says to a customer as she walks out the door of The White House Interiors, Hoover’s one-stop shop for home furnishings and décor.

“Sofas, chairs, lighting, rugs, mattresses, dining room furniture, bedroom sets. Anything you would need for a home, we sell it,” James said. “We even have a beautiful art section.”

James said she has a staff of around 40 people split evenly between the warehouse and design teams.

“Our focus is retail sales, but we combine that with creative design, which makes us stand out. Once purchases are made, we can be out at someone’s house within a couple of days.”

James, a real estate investor who invests in lake properties in Nashville and Birmingham, grew up in Destin, Fla., and first moved to Birmingham to attend nursing school at Samford in the late 1980s. She began investing in homes and buying and selling in Destin in 2005 before moving back to Birmingham in 2013.

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She opened her first store at Greystone Crossings in 2017, and within six weeks she was able to expand and use the space next door, taking it from 4,000 square feet to 8,000 square feet.

After a year and a half, after much success, she moved the store to the Brook Highland area, where it has been since spring 2019.

“The community has been pretty responsive to this kind of furniture design,” James said. “We offer a finer quality, higherend with a good value for the price.”

Now, just in time for the holidays, a new location opened on Sept.14 at 3230 Galleria Circle, an area that James and Riverchase Galleria management both agreed would meet demand from consumers in the surrounding area.

“We have a lot of people who come here from Nashville, Mississippi and Atlanta, and it’s so much quicker for them to come from I-459,” James said. “We have very active Tuscaloosa designers who like to come shop here, and this will be a convenient location for them.”

James said the Brook Highland store as well as the new Galleria store will hold an Open House the first week of November, featuring festive lighting, Christmas music and performances by local harpist Marsha Gunter.

“We will have a full set up of food and beverages, Christmas trees and ornaments. It will be a Winter Wonderland.”

The Open House will also be the debut of pre-wrapped Christmas gifts under $100. Gift certificates and signature candles will also be available.

“People can purchase these in the store or call us at 518-0798,” James said. “We can have them ready for pick- up in a couple of hours.”

The White House Interiors sees over 100 customers a week and completes around 20 home design projects a week, while also helping redecorate houses for celebrities in Nashville and Destin. James said she plans to open a Nashville store next year.

“Our goal is to be a one-source supercenter for furniture. People will come in and realize that’s what they want their house to look like.”

And, like she tells her customers, it will be beautiful.

10 Ways to Ring in the New Year, HOOVER STYLE!

BY MITZI EAKER

Have a neighborhood party! Invite your neighbors over to celebrate the new year. Plan activities like a neighborhood scavenger hunt or cornhole tournament. Hang out at Dave and Busters

and play video games. If you stay until midnight you can usher in the New Year with their Champagne Toast!

Shop until you drop! Shop the end of the year clearance sales at The Riverchase Galleria.

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Hit a local bar to listen to a band. Live music is popular all around Hoover. Find a great spot at places like The Perfect Note, Greybar, Brock’s Gap Brewing Company, or Gabriel’s Cafe.

Go to church. Often churches will have New Year Eve services. This is a time to express your thanks to God for the past and prepare your heart and mind for service to God, church, and others in future.

Gather with family. (This is my favorite!) Since becoming a mom, I want to be with my kids, husband, and my parents to start the new year. It is just a way to hold on a

little bit longer to the year with those that are so dear.

Start exercising. Why wait until January 1 to get healthy? Plan to get out to take a hike or start a new exercise program.

Spend the night at Ross Bridge. Relax and let someone else take care of you and cook for you. Get a massage while you are there!

Laugh with someone you love! Check out what is happening at the Stardome and plan a night of laughter and good food with friends.

Take it easy! Enjoy a stroll at Aldridge Gardens and go to bed early on the last day of the year.

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CITYWIDE EVENTS

November 29, 5pm: City of Hoover Christmas tree lighting, Hoover Municipal Complex. Join the celebration for one of the city’s largest annual celebrations as the mayor, city council, and special guests light the city’s Christmas tree and lights on city hall. Stay for a special visit from Santa aboard a Hoover fire truck!

December 24: Hoover Fire Department Santa Run. The city’s fire department does it again this year, taking Santa Claus all around the city on Christmas Eve! Follow the Hoover Fire Department on Facebook for details on estimated times Santa will be in your neighborhood as the day draws near.

HOOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY

November 5-11: Thank a Vet week. Visit hooverpubliclibrary.org for details on this annual, weeklong celebration of our local military veterans.

November 13, 4pm and 7pm: the Del McCoury Band at the Library Theatre. Hear this Grammy-winning bluegrass icon in person. Visit hooverlibrary.org/

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thelibrarytheatre/ticketing for tickets. December 1 and 2, 7pm: The Magical World of Santa’s Circus at the Library Theatre. Enjoy a spectacular holidaythemed circus production beautifully decorated to capture the essence of the season. Visit hooverlibrary.org/ thelibrarytheatre/ticketing for tickets.

ALDRIDGE GARDENS AND HOOVER-RANDLE HOUSE

November 10, 5-7pm: Reception for Alabama Plein Air Artists, Aldridge Gardens. RSVP at aldridgegardens.com

December 1, 9am-6pm: Gifts of Art, Aldridge Gardens. Find the perfect Christmas gift from one of many local makers.

December 1-3: Holiday Greenery Sale, Aldridge Gardens. Fresh cut greenery, local plants, and much more! Hours are 9am-3pm Thursday and Friday, and 9amnoon Saturday.

December 4, 2-5pm: Ho-HoHoover, Hoover-Randle House. Enjoy performances, tours, food, and more. Benefitting Hoover Helps.

HOOVER MET COMPLEX

November 12, 11am-8pm: Grand RE-OPENING of the Hoover Heights climbing adventure. Visit hoovermetcomplex.com for pricing and reservations.

November 14-19: Market Noel presented by the Junior League of Birmingham. An annual shopping experience featuring hundreds of vendors with unique items and wares. Visit marketnoel.net for info and tickets.

December 17-18: CASC Gun Show. Hours are 9am-5pm Saturday and 10am-4pm Sunday. Visit hoovermetcomplex.com for more details.

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