Businesses & Services

FAVORITE COLLEGE/CAREER TECH SCHOOL The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) State rivalries aside, UAB is a world-class university close to home, and great for students right out of high school or parents returning to college. This makes UAB a family favorite right here in our backyard. www.uab.edu/home

FAVORITE GYMNASTICS CLASS Premier Gymnastics Premier’s mission is to provide a fun, exciting and safe environment where children can experience the joys of gymnastics while they develop their physical condition, enhance social skills, learn discipline and strengthen their ability to handle successes and failures. www.premiergym.net

FAVORITE PARENT/CHILD CLASS Kindermusik with Michele & Friends Michele & Friends teach Kindermusik in multiple locations for your convenience. Kindermusik is the world's leading music and movement program for young children birth to 6 years old. www.facebook.com/kmwithmichele

FAVORITE MARTIAL ARTS CLASS Tiger Rock Martial Arts With four convenient locations, Tiger Rock can teach your kid life skills, discipline and a desire to succeed. Great for almost any age! https://tigerrockmartialarts.com/birmingham/

FAVORITE DANCE CLASS The Pointe Dance Studio Instructors at The Pointe work with their dancers to instill healthy habits, a sense of teamwork, and life skills that can be used both in and out of the dance studio. https://thepointedancearts.com

FAVORITE ART CLASS Party Art You can take a class, have a party and even shop at Party Art – all things art! They are a new Family Favorites winner! www.partyartstudio.net

FAVORITE MUSIC CLASS Mason Music This repeat winner has a lot to offer to families because Mason Music teaches award winning Music Lessons on guitar, piano, voice, drums and violin to students of all ages. https://masonmusicstudios.com

FAVORITE THEATRE CLASS Red Mountain Theatre Red Mountain Theatre is a staple in Birmingham, but their classes are popular, too, and for more than 40 years it has been educating and training area youth in all aspects of theatre and acting. www.redmountaintheatre.org/education/

FAVORITE DAY CAMP Odyssey Early Schools Odyssey hits it out of the park in this category by providing fun, engaging and educational day camps for children even beyond preschool. https://odysseyearlyschool.com/

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FAVORITE BAKERY Edgar’s Bakery With many locations, it’s easy to find the perfect cake or all kinds of yummy desserts for any occasion – or just because. Edgar’s also serves delicious breakfast and lunch, and there is even a gift shop! www.edgarsbakery.com

FAVORITE KIDS’ SHOES Sikes Shoes This repeat winner has everything you need to make sure your child gets the perfect fit and the perfect pair of shoes. https://sikesshoes.com

FAVORITE CAR REPAIR Stop and Start Automotive Center This automotive repair shop in Hoover wins the Family Favorite for the best place to bring a vehicle in for services.

FAVORITE CAR DEALER Hoover Toyota Hoover Toyota is a repeat winner for its excellent selection of new and pre-owned vehicles as well as great service. Several generations of customers trust Hoover Toyota. www.hoovertoyota.com

FAVORITE HOME/AUTO INSURANCE State Farm Families trust State Farm for all their insurance needs. With many offices and hundreds of agents, they’re available around the clock. https://www.statefarm.com

FAVORITE CREDIT UNION America’s First Federal Credit Union

Readers trust America’s First, a repeat winner. Founded locally more than 85 years ago, it has 21 branch locations serving several Alabama counties. https://www.amfirst.org

FAVORITE BANK Regions Bank This repeat Family Favorites winner is based in Birmingham, and is a full-service bank. It also offers many online services, making it easy to keep track of your financial health. https://www.regions.com

FAVORITE MAID SERVICE Two Maids & A Mop Life is busy, and Birmingham families rely on Two Maids & A Mop to help keep the home front clean and organized. The company offers an array of services, from a one-time clean to deep cleaning. https://twomaidsbirmingham.com FAVORITE SPA/SALON Aveda Aveda offers retail salon and spa services that many readers love. Birmingham is home to the Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute, where students learn all the latest about beauty. https://avedaarts.edu

FAVORITE SHOPPING CENTER OR MALL The Summit This lifestyle shopping center, a creative hub of style and taste in the South, is constantly opening new stores and restaurants of all kinds. Families love the variety! https://thesummitbirmingham.com

FAVORITE MATERNITY STORE Cradle + Bee Touted as a chic boutique and one-stop shop for clothing, gifts and home for every stage of life, Cradle + Bee in Cahaba Heights is a Family Favorite for maternity clothing and gifts. https://shopcradleandbee.com

FAVORITE HAIRCUTS FOR KIDS Cookie Cutters This salon in Hoover aims to give families an amazing and caring haircut experience. There’s all kinds of fun things to do, as well as “fantasy chairs” on the cutting floor that help put children at ease. https://www.haircutsarefun.com

FAVORITE CONSIGNMENT STORE/SALE Kids Market and Mom This repeat Family Favorites winner is the largest consignment store in Alabama dedicated to children’s and maternity items with nearly 80,000 square feet of organized shopping space. www.kidsmarketandmom.com

FAVORITE TOY STORE Homewood Toy and Hobby This repeat Family Favorite, in business for more than 60 years, sells quality toys, games and hobby brands that you may have grown up with, as well as new brands! Families love to come here to find all kinds of fun. https://www.homewoodtoy-hobby.com

FAVORITE BOOK STORE Books-A-Million With several well-stocked locations as well as a strong online presence for books, toys and tech, families rely on Books-A-Million for leisure activities as well as books for school and all types of learning. https://www.booksamillion.com

FAVORITE GROCERY STORE Publix Publix is a repeat favorite for many reasons. It’s the largest and fastest-growing employee-owned supermarket chain in the U.S., and they take great pride in offering the best service and products. https://www.publix.com

FAVORITE ICE CREAM The Whole Scoop This family-owned ice cream shop in Brock’s Gap in Hoover features 32 flavors of hand-dipped ice cream, along with sundaes, malts, shakes and ice cream cakes. It’s a favorite for family fun! https://thewholescoopicecream.com

FAVORITE FROZEN YOGURT Yogurt Mountain Our readers have solidly chosen Yogurt Mountain as a Family Favorite every single year! It’s the “ultimate self-serve frozen dessert experience” with more than a dozen rotating flavors and more than 50 toppings. https://yogurtmountain.com

FAVORITE PLACE FOR DATE NIGHT Spare Time Trussville Date night has moved beyond dinner and a movie, with couples wanting more fun in their limited spare time. Spare Time, a repeat Family Favorite, is a family entertainment center with bowling, laser tag, arcade, events and an upscale restaurant/bar. www.sparetimeentertainment.com/ trussville/

FAVORITE FAMILY DINNER Tre Luna Bar and Kitchen Tre Luna Bar and Kitchen is an Italianinspired space located in the popular Village at Brock’s Gap in Hoover. It offers an upscale experience with a neighborhood feel. https://www.trelunabarandkitchen.com

I’m having a baby. I’m also having questions.

Whether you’re having your first baby or you’re an experienced mom, questions are natural. Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham is maintaining strict precautions to keep you and your baby safe. And now, you can attend many classes and appointments virtually, from home. No driving, no waiting rooms, just compassionate, personalized care delivered to you. Online appointments and classes include: • Virtual appointments with our maternity navigator • Virtual hospital tours • Virtual lactation consultation and support groups • E-learning and virtual classes covering topics related to pregnancy through the baby’s first year • No-contact baby weight check Wednesdays • Virtual counseling appointments with our licensed clinical social worker, who specializes in treating anxiety and depression in pregnant and postpartum moms Call 205-212-MOMS (6667) for more information or visit us at ascension.org/StVincentsALBaby

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