November 2016 - Volume 3, Issue 11
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By Stan J. Griffin It is the defining contest and the 60-minute crown jewel in a state often defined by its excessive appetite for college football and its many decades of dominance relative to the sport.
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About Us..........2 City...................4 Opinion............5 Business..........8 Community......11 Food................21 Calendar..........23
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It is “Punt, Bama, Punt,” “The Kick,” “Wrong Way Bo,” “The Reverse,” and of course “The Kick.” It is the monumental game that has made heroes and legends of young men such as Van Tiffin, David Langner, Lawyer
Tillman, Tre Smith, Chris Davis, Rory Turner, Linnie Patrick and Dennis Riddle, among many others. It is simply the Iron Bowl, Alabama vs. Auburn, still arguably the nation’s transcendent
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UA Veterans Office Joins Veterans Day Program By Tori Linville Tuscaloosa’s Annual Veterans Day program will be held on Friday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. in Veteran’s Memorial Park. This year’s program marks the first year that the University of Alabama’s Office of Military and Veteran Affairs joins the program. “Our Veterans Committee will have their Veterans Program in Veterans Memorial Park located at 1701 McFarland Blvd. in front of University Mall,” said Becky Booker, public relations and marketing manager for PARA. “The program typically lasts about one hour.”
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Photo: Laurie Mundy Perrigin
4 ABOUT
November 2016
Editor’s Note CEO/Publisher Josh Watkins
(205) 529-5723 Josh@druidcitymedia.com
Vice President Hanson Watkins
(205) 835-0094 Hanson@druidcitymedia.com
Editor
Laurie Mundy Perrigin
(205) 246-2977 Laurie@druidcitymedia.com
Art Director Tori Linville
Staff Writers Stan J. Griffin
Marketing Consultants Tom Sommerville (205) 393-6396 Tom@druidcitymedia.com
Britney McComb (256) 476-6888 Britney@druidcitymedia.com Allison Adams (205) 914-2400 Allisonpadams@gmail.com
By Laurie Mundy Perrigin Happy November, everyone. This month, we’re all about Thanksgiving, tailgating and the upcoming Iron Bowl. This season is flying by, and with so much going on, we hope this issue will help you stay on top of all the great events happening in T-Town, Northport and beyond. From the annual DCH Foundation Lucy Jordan Ball to the Veterans Day celebration and, of course, the Iron Bowl (and the famed Triangle Tailgaters we’ll see on the Quad on Nov. 26), we are bringing you stories we love to tell – and we hope you’ll love reading them equally as much. I wanted to take a moment to thank each one of you, our beloved
readers, for your unwavering support for Druid City Living. From the beginning, our goal was to bring you the best stories and happenings in our community. We strive to do this every single month, and we could not do it without you. I want to give a special shout out of thanks to all our writers, columnists and contributors. Your efforts are so appreciated by the entire DCL staff, and the readers. Roll Tide.
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Corrections In October’s issue, the story “Haunted Tuscaloosa: Seasonal Tour Delves into Area’s Spookiest History and Locations,” contained two errors. Vikki Grodner was written as the owner of events. Grodner is the owner of Events at Drish, while Nika McCool is the owner of the Drish House. Two quotes were misattributed to Grodner, including a story of being poked in the face, and should have been credited to Laura Lineberry. Grodner has never had a paranormal experience in the Drish House. To report corrections and clarifications, email editor@ druidcitymedia.com
Ashley Gill, owner and operator of Chick-fil-A Northport, was named Northport Citizen of the Year during the 41st annual awards program held on Oct. 6 at Five Points Baptist Church. Other’s honored during the ceremony include Joe Hardy (Business Leader), Catherine Kiser Hocutt (Education Leader), Bruce Davis Sr. (Historian/Pioneer); Manuel Jiminez (Public Safety Leader) and Rusty Selman (Religious Leader). Pictured, (L to R): Joe Hardy, Catherine Kiser Hocutt, Ashley Gill, Bruce Davis Sr. and Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill. Not pictured: Manuel Jimenez, Public Safety Leader; Rusty Selman, Religious Leader. The Citizen of the Year program is sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama. Photo: Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama
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Mayor’s Minute – November 2016
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One of the most enduring qualities about Tuscaloosa is its diversity. The varying backgrounds, ethnicities, races and religions of the great people of our community provide the city with an enriched, cultural environment. When I took office 11 years ago, a goal of mine was to increase diversity in the leadership among city staff so that we can better serve our citizens. We have worked very hard to achieve this goal because I truly believe it is crucial to success in the workplace and the community. In 2005, six percent of our department heads or judgeship were African-American. Today, four of the 11 department heads and judgeship are African-American. Since I took office in 2005, five of my 15 department heads or judgeship hires have been African-American. Our progress has extended to women as well. Since 2005, five of my 15 department head hires have been female. Eleven years ago, the city had only one female department head. In fact, the city’s largest department, Infrastructure and Public Services, has a female department head. The city’s second largest department, the Police Department, has an African-American department head. Sixty percent of city employees work in these critical departments. In politics, I have always believed that record trumps rhetoric. Our record reflects a culture of inclusiveness and a determination to provide opportunities. Whether
it is expanding our recruiting base, or partnering with higher education, the city is going to continue to expand its reach in finding highly qualified candidates. To that end, the city is exploring a partnership with Stillman College because we must increase the number of African-American graduates in the fields of accounting, information technologies and engineering. Internally, we are going to be doubling-down on our efforts of developing our current workforce by increasing training and educational opportunities. In every single hire or recommendation I have made, the determining factor was my belief in his or her ability to serve the city at the highest level. To achieve our standard of excellence, now and into the future, we will continue to expand and grow our applicant base to ensure an effective workforce that represents Tuscaloosa. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out. Please contact me at mayor@tuscaloosa.com or on Twitter @waltmaddox.
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OPINION 7
The Land of Oz: A (Very) Different Four-Year Dilemma By Derek Osborn
I intentionally shy away from political discourse for reasons that likely need no explanation. Uncle Jim knows exactly what unethical practices (candidate name redacted) will do if they are elected and Aunt June knows the diabolical plan of (candidate name redacted) if they end up in the Oval Office. Sometimes they agree. Sometimes Uncle Jim sleeps in the barn. Everyone has their opinion. And mine is no better than yours. It goes without saying that unless
Everyone has their opinion. And mine is no better than yours. directly provoked, such opinions are kept to myself. After all, politics IS listed in the unwritten rule of topics to NOT discuss at parties, along with religion and Tuscaloosa area road construction. But this year, the four-year dilemma is
Politics IS listed in the unwritten rule of topics to NOT discuss at parties, along with religion and Tuscaloosa area road construction. different on many levels. On one side, you
have a career politician with a questionable track record. On the other side, you have a career businessman with a questionable track record. I’ll spare you the details. You already know them anyway. The dilemma, and the accompanying level of rhetoric, has discouraged many citizens from showing up at the polls at all. And that is not good. Even if you feel as if you are choosing the lesser of two evils, the lesser evil you choose is better than the greater evil. And more importantly, voting is the only true way you can make your voice heard on election day. However, the issue “The Land of Oz” is a monthly editorial piece of masterful opinionated writing (insert joke here) regarding life of the utmost imporand times in the big town of Tuscaloosa coupled with the musings of a guy nicknamed “Oz.” Photo: Derek Osborn tance is the fact that the ballot is not limited cast in the local races. Then, find solace year dilemma begins. only to the choice of in the fact that you get a two-year break who gets to move their clothes and toiletbefore the squabbling over the next fourI tweet insignificant things @ozborn34. ries into the White House come January. Derek Osborn is the Executive Director of The ballot includes multiple local races PRIDE of Tuscaloosa by trade and writer that are considerably more important on a Don’t let the national drivel by hobby. He lives in Tuscaloosa with his community level. And those choices will wife, Lynn, and their daughters, Savannah directly impact our lives in the Tuscaloosa drive you away. Go vote, and Anica. area. even if you only choose to Don’t let the national drivel drive you cast in the local races. away. Go vote, even if you only choose to
8 OPINION November 2016 The Mommy Chronicles: A Southern Mother Giving Thanks By Marlena Rice
My goodness, I feel like I just wrote this piece … time flies when you are a busy mom – ahem, when you’re having fun! It’s been another jam-packed year full of new experiences. My son, Beaux, is now three, and my heart stays so extremely full. This year, I’d like to share a few things I am thankful for from my sweet son. As moms, I think we can all identify with so many of these. Enjoy every precious moment. Beaux, this Thanksgiving, and all
This year, I’d like to share a few things I am thankful for from my sweet son. throughout the year, I am thankful for … The way your tiny fingers rest in my palm when we take our walks “in the woods” (but really, down the street from our home) together with Midnight; The way you say “you” like “ooo,” because it is so cute and makes me laugh whenever you sing your ABC song; Your insistence on watching Peppa Pig on school nights to get out of going to bed, because her little accent is quite awesome; The huge smile I get when I come to pick you up, followed by the massive hug, and you resting your head on my shoulder as you proudly show me your classroom (again! Just as you did the week before!);
Left: Marlena Rice is a busy mom and writer who lives in Tuscaloosa with her husband, Rod, and their son, Beaux William. Right: Beaux William is ecstatic about his first library card! The minimum age requirement for library memberships is three years old at the Tuscaloosa Public Library.
The way you smile when I catch you in the middle of one of your fake cries. You’re way too smart. You know exactly how to pull mama’s heartstrings; The few extra minutes of energy God gives me to stay up just a little longer than you before I pass out, all so I can kiss you on your little face (since I’m only “allowed” to kiss your forehead while you’re awake now cause you’re a big boy).
When asked what he is most thankful for this season, Beaux’s response was quick. And when asked what he is most thankful for this season, Beaux’s response was quick. “Monster trucks and race cars!”
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. Marlena Rice is a busy mom and writer who lives in Tuscaloosa with her husband, Rod, and their son, Beaux William. Her new book, “Pacifiers, Flatbeds and Barn Wood Thingamajigs, a ‘Come to Jesus Guide’ for the New, Southern Mom,” will be available on Amazon.com soon. All photos provided by Marlena Rice.
OPINION 9 Lake Living: Being Thankful Should Always Come Naturally November 2016
By Allison Adams
I love Thanksgiving, that holiday where we gather with family. No pressure about the right gift. No expectations. Just food, family, football and long naps. I searched the internet for “thankfulness” and found management classes that teach you how to show employees you are thankful for them. Shouldn’t thankfulness naturally be a part of everything we do? I asked some area kids (one of them mine) what they are thankful for. Sometimes innocence is the best encourager. I am thankful for the parents, students and places around town that nurture our children’s hearts in groups. Here are some of their thoughts:
I am thankful for… “Friends, my parents, and my abilities” – Alexis “My family and Jesus” – Meredith “My family and friends” – Ann Kathryn “My gymnastics coaches for helping me improve” – Josie
This group of smiling young ladies, all 6th graders at Rock Quarry Middle School, gathers weekly for a book club. They’re currently reading a book by Tuscaloosa native Kari Kampakis.
“For the many opportunities I am given in my life” – Stella Grace “My family, friends and my dog, Hannah. Thanksgiving is always fun because both sets of grandparents are here to celebrate and I love spending time with them.” – Camryn
WE’RE HERE FOR YOU. SEASON AFTER SEASON. Around here, the new year doesn’t start in January. It starts with the first home game. Every August the good people of West Alabama awake from their long summer nap to celebrate being part of a shared history and a common purpose. Your friends and neighbors at the DCH Health System love being part of this annual ritual. We’re also proud to be members of an organization with its own history and purpose – to provide high quality, compassionate health services to this community. So let’s all cheer on the Tide. And remember that if you need us, we’ll be right here for you, just as we’ve been season after season. That’s what we mean by Caring. For Life.
I love that family is the common theme for these girls. If the thought of gathering with family makes you cringe, remember, forgiveness is a gift we give to ourselves. We forgive them so we can be forgiven. That is my wish for you this Thanksgiving, genuine peace and love. Every day, as we watch the sun set over Lake Tuscaloosa, I am reminded that there is something much greater than all of us that has our tomorrows under control. We can be thankful that the sun rises each day in the east and sets in the west. That is a
constant we can all be thankful for. Happy Thanksgiving. Be sure to thank and hug someone today. I send a shout out of thanks to our troops and the families who can’t celebrate with them this holiday season. May God Bless America. Allison Adams is a Realtor with Lake Homes Realty on Lake Tuscaloosa. To see what Allison is up to, visit www.allisonadamsrealtor.com. Photo courtesy of Allison Adams.
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Cook Out opened its first Alabama restaurant 1 in Tuscaloosa (100 15th Street E.) in early October. The menu includes fresh, chargrilled hamburgers, BBQ, hot dogs, chicken, and more wthan 40 different flavors of premium milkshakes. Cookout.com
2 GiGi’s Cupcakes celebrated the grand
reopening of its Tuscaloosa location (1800 McFarland Blvd., Suite 434) on Oct. 29. The allday event included special Nick’s Kids Foundation cupcakes, giveaways and more. (205) 343-0311; gigiscupcakesusa.com At its October 13 meeting, the Exchange Club At its October 13 meeting, the Exchange Club of Tuscaloosa presented Firefighter of the Year awards to outstanding firefighters in the Tuscaloosa region. The honorees were selected by their peers. (L to R): Bart Marshall, Chief, Northport Fire Rescue; Billy Doss, Chief, Duncanville Volunteer Fire Dept.; Kim Booth, Samantha Volunteer Fire Dept.; Belinda Lancaster, Duncanville Fire Dept.; Sgt. Thomas Waters, Northport Fire Rescue; Sgt. Beau Gunter, Tuscaloosa Fire & Rescue; A.J. Martin, Chief, Tuscaloosa Fire & Rescue. Photo: Brock Jones
JCG Apparel is now open in Tuscaloosa 3 (2218 University Blvd., Suite B). The custom apparel company held its grand opening on Sept. 29. Custom shirts can be ordered in bulk online. (205) 561-2191; jcgapparel.com
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opened its first Tuscaloosa location (2531 University Blvd., in Downtown Rock Point) on Oct. 5. (205) 640-4044; ohenryscoffees.com
5 Tuscaloosa’s first Sleep Number
matress store opened in October. The store, located at 1397 McFarland Blvd E, exclusively sells Select Comfort’s Sleep Number beds, mattresses, and other sleep-related items. (205) 535-3710; sleepnumber.com
News and Accomplishments
The Actor’s Charitable Theatre has a new home. The ACT is now located at 2205 9th Ave. in Northport. It also allows for costume construction (and air conditioned storage).
Shelton State Community College nursing instructor Carol Mapp is the 2016 recipient of the Cindajo Overton Outstanding Nurse Award. The award acknowledges outstanding accomplishments and contributions to nursing. Heather Dill, the director of sales and marketing for the Embassy Suites in downtown Tuscaloosa, was one of 11 people to receive the UA College of Human Environmental Sciences Jack Davis Professional Achievement Award. Other local recipients of the award, which honors outstanding CHES alumni for their accomplishments, include Melanie Tucker, associate professor in the UA School of Medicine and DCL Taste of Tuscaloosa columnist Sheena Gregg.
Civic Hall of Fame in a ceremony on Oct. 20. The newest members are: Karen Phifer Brooks, Hezekiah T. Carstarphen, Jr., Eugenia Patton (Pat) Faucett, Hilliard N. Fletcher, Timothy Mize Parker, Sr. and Fitzgerald Washington. Jheovanny Gomez, co-owner of Jalapeños Mexican Restaurants in Tuscaloosa, Northport and Cottondale, received the Gold Alabama Retailer of the Year award in the $1 Million to $5 Million Annual Sales category during Alabama Retail Day’s luncheon in Birmingham on Oct. 18.
Six of the area’s most distinguished residents were inducted into the Tuscaloosa County
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COMMUNITY 13 DCL Answers: Paper or China for Thanksgiving?
November 2016
By Hanson Watkins Thanksgiving in the South is about enjoying time with friends and family in the comfort of home to celebrate all that is good in life. For some people, that means popping off the top button off their pants and taking a nap as soon as possible after the big meal. For others, it is about enjoying a beautiful meal that is an Occasion (with a capital “O”) by breaking out the good
china and silver. These days, there are hundreds of table-setting options, whether you chose casual or fancy for your Thanksgiving meal. With high end paper plates, gorgeous printed paper table runners and wood or silver look disposable utensils, even a “paper plate Thanksgiving” can have a sophisticated theme. Is it wrong to use paper plates? Miss Manners swoons at the horror. However,
most modern etiquette doyennes lean towards the idea that family tradition makes the rule. So, if your family is most comfortable with the “hard to break/easy to clean” paper plate tradition, find some cute ones and enjoy Thanksgiving your way. Does it not seem like a celebration to you and your family without the china and silver? Then enjoy the special occasion atmosphere the extra preparation af-
Fine China Thanksgiving
Paper Plate Thanksgiving
If you aren’t going to use the china, why do you have it? Environmentally friendly (especially if you use cloth napkins too) Feels more like an occasion Worth it for smaller gatherings Miss Manners approves
fords. Indulge your inner Martha. Not to mention, some of the best family gossip is usually found during the handwashing after the meal. Another idea: compromise and use the fine china at the “Big” table and paper at the “Littles” table. Whether you go fancy or casual, don’t forget that the day is about gratitude. Most of all, be grateful for those who surround your table.
Easy to clean up Not breakable (perfect for kids) More relaxed Makes serving a large crowd less overwhelming Some Miss Manners types may faint
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All items pictured are from The Potager and Adams Antiques in Tuscaloosa. Photo courtesy of Hanson Watkins.
Gold and white paper chargers and gold straws from Kyle Fine Stationery in Tuscaloosa. Plastic silverware from Dollar Tree. Photo courtesy of Hanson Watkins.
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college football rivalry. Former Alabama fullback Arguments regarding the Martin Houston, who played for greatest grudge match have UA from 1989-92 for coaches certainly been made over Bill Curry and Gene Stallings, the years for other legendary said he doesn’t see any team games such as Michigan/ ever topping the school from the Ohio State, Army/Navy, and Loveliest Village on the Plain in Texas/Oklahoma, but they that regard. seem to pale in comparison to “Auburn is a rival because the annual clash in November mom and dad may be Alabama Keith Pugh played or Auburn fans, and brothers and between the Crimson Tide for Coach Bear Bry- sisters and their circle of friends and the Tigers. ant. Photo courtesy “I believe the Iron Bowl is of Amelia Barton. are all Alabama or Auburn at least in the Top 3 or Top 5 fans. Whoever wins it gets the college rivalries that we have bragging rights, where if we beat in the nation,” said current Crimson Tide Tennessee, we get to talk about it, but we sophomore linebacker Keith Holcombe, a don’t talk about Alabama vs. Tennessee native of Tuscaloosa. for 364 days.” For Holcombe, the former HillFormer UA player Keith Pugh, who crest-Tuscaloosa star, the annual blood played for Bryant, said it was easy to feud hits especially close to home, as he observe as a player that the Iron Bowl was grew up watching the game and attending a game that had a special meaning and an various Iron Bowls. His father, Danny extra degree of emphasis for the coaching Holcombe, played for the legendary Paul icon. “Bear” Bryant at UA from 1980-82. “He certainly respected Auburn, but he “The passion is not only with the fans, had a real dislike for Auburn,” said Pugh. but also with the players,” he added. “There were some things that happened “There are a lot of friends on both teams years before he got there to Alabama that and you grew up with them, and played he would bring up that always kind of against them in high school, but that one prejudiced his opinion against them. That day (when the Iron Bowl is played), you was just a game he desperately wanted to are bitter enemies. You will hug them after win. I remember we were practicing the the game, but as that clock is still running, week of the Auburn game, I think it was you’re out to destroy them and gain those 1978. He blew the whistle and called us bragging rights. All games are important up, and we obviously weren’t giving the week to week, but it always seemed like effort he wanted. He told us, ‘We beat this game had an extra edge to it.” these guys six years in a row, and if they Some Crimson Tide fans have combeat you this year, you’ll never get a job mented that they consider other opponents in the state of Alabama as long as I’m such as Tennessee, or even LSU, to be alive.’” Alabama’s main rival.
Navy Reserve Commander Brian Butler, the director of human resources for the city of Tuscaloosa, said adding the University’s office will add to the program’s attendance. “We’re hoping to have a large number of student veterans in attendance,” Butler said. John Merkle, the current Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center director and a retired Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S. Army, is to be the speaker for the 2016 program and a bell ringing ceremony will be held during the program. The Campus Veterans Association is also involved in the program. “Veterans day means different things to different people, but to me personally, it’s a day to reflect back on not necessarily service, but my family’s sacrifice,” Butler said. “It’s a lot about service, but our families sacrifice a lot for their veterans.”
To me personally, it’s a day to reflect back on not necessarily service, but my family’s sacrifice. – BRIAN BUTLER
Several hundred people attend the program every year and have a chance to tour the park. During the 2016 program, those in attendance will have the chance to donate to a fundraiser for new park exhibits, former Air Force Officer and current Memorial Park Association Member Dennis Stanard said. “I have respect for all veterans and all the people who contributed to all conflicts, especially those who have put themselves in harms way,” Stanard said. “We
Veterans Day is observed on Friday, Nov. 11.
We commemorate those we’ve lost because we wouldn’t be what we are today without their efforts. – DENNIS STANARD
commemorate those we’ve lost, because we wouldn’t be what we are today without their efforts.”
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DCH Foundation To Hold Annual Lucy Jordan Ball By Staff Guests will arrive in sweeping, colorful ball gowns and elegant tuxedos, ready for a grand evening of celebration. The DCH Foundation’s Annual Lucy Jordan Ball is perhaps the premiere social event of the season – a chance for area residents to dress in their finest and enjoy a night out at the North River Yacht Club, all for an excellent cause. This year’s Ball, the 39th such celebration, will be held on Friday, Nov. 18, at NorthRiver Yacht Club. The 2016 Ball’s co-chairs are Mrs. Michael Reilly, Mrs. James Leitner and Mrs. Jason Bearden. Each year, the Lucy Jordan Ball’s theme helps benefit a need within the community. “The 2016 event will help fill a need in our emergency department by adding a Child Life Specialist,” said Casey Johnson, director of development for the DCH Foundation. “This specialist will assist the 20 percent of annual emergency department visits made up of children ages 18 and under.” The Ball bears the name of a woman who dedicated so much of her life to working with DCH’s many volunteers, according to Jordan’s friend, Roberta Compton. “She was in charge of the DCH Hospital volunteers for years,” Compton said. “She’s been involved with Girls’ State and is very active with her social clubs and church.” Compton met Jordan in 1972, and has known her for 45 years. She said Ford Williams, a past president and fellow of
the DCH Foundation, was a motivating force behind naming the DCH Foundation’s ball after Jordan. When asked what stood out the most to Compton when she met Jordan, she said Jordan’s inclusivity struck a chord with her. “To me, Lucy always wants to be sure everyone is always included; to be
Hallman Retires After 50 Years In Banking Career By Stan J. Griffin Recently, a distinguished institution in the Tuscaloosa banking industry was the subject of an emotional and well-deserved celebration and farewell. It was not a particular building that was being heralded, nor was it a specific banking company, but instead it was a special lady who is a friend to many, and who was a fixture in the banking field for over five decades. On September 30, Bryant Bank Vice President-Commercial Lender Mary Nell Hallman officially retired after a dedicated 54-year career. Two days earlier, the bank was filled with family, friends and co-workers as she was given a fitting goodbye, and thank you. Hallman, who worked for First National Bank and Bank of Tuscaloosa before moving to Bryant Bank, said the simple reason for her long career was, “I loved what I did.” “I loved meeting the people and being able to help people,” she said. “I just think it’s time (for retirement). The husband is retired and it’s time for us to do some things together, some traveling and some different things. (Her farewell reception) was kind of overwhelming, but I think it’s very nice, and they did a great job.” Bryant Bank President Claude Edwards said Hallman, a native of Bibb County, has been a tremendous asset since joining the bank in October 2010, and added she will be greatly missed. “Bankers have to know not just about their own business, but a lot of other people’s too,” he said. ”Mary Nell has done an outstanding job over her career
Mary Nell Hallman shares laughs with Bryant Bank colleagues during a Sept. 28 ceremony honoring her retirement. Photo: Stan J. Griffin
understanding people and understanding their businesses and trying to help them with their needs. I think that’s been something that is just a really good quality of hers, her ability to listen and help people. We’re sad to see her go, but we’re so happy for her and (Hallman’s husband of over 32 years) Lee Allen to be able to spend time together.” Bryant Bank Chairman of the Board Paul Bryant Jr. said it is Hallman’s relationships with so many people in the area that have made her presence at Bryant Bank so impactful. “She knows so many people in Tuscaloosa,” he said. “That’s what is so important in banks, bankers knowing (the people they serve) and what they’re doing outside of the bank and outside of their jobs. I think that is a big thing that made her so important to us, and helped us so much.”
Left: Lucy Jordan and her husband, Dr. Lloyd Jordan attended almost every
made to DCH Foundation Ball during their marriage. Right: Jordan has had an illustrifeel comous history with the DCH Foundation. Photos are courtesy of Casey Johnson. fortable and Ball are still available. Reservations for welcome,” two are available for $1,000. Call (205) Compton said. “She always includes 759-7349 for more information. Contrieveryone and has such dedication to the butions are welcome from those unable to DCH hospital.” attend. Johnson said reservations for the 39th Annual DCH Foundation Lucy Jordan
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November 2016
Triangle Tailgaters’ Gameday Quad Traditions Go Unmatched
By Mary Clay Kline The sun beats down on the Quad at the University of Alabama. Kim Vincent and her daughters clink their glasses filled to the brim with freshly poured mimosas. Alabama tailgating season is officially in full swing. “Our biggest tradition is mimosas every Saturday morning, whether we’re [at the tailgate] or not. Last year we were getting on an airplane going to the Bahamas and I had to find a mimosa in the airport,” Vincent said. Vincent and her husband Braxton founded Triangle Tailgaters with another couple 12 years ago at the UA vs. Auburn game. “We brought a cooler, and we sat down under the light post. No tent, nothing. Just the light post and a cooler. That’s how we started it,” Vincent said of Triangle Tailgaters’ founding. What began as a get-together with a handful of friends grew into a massive affair. Triangle Tailgaters hosts hundreds of people on bustling SEC game days and has become a well-known UA tailgate. Triangle Tailgaters has hosted U.S. Sen. Jeff Sessions, the mother of former UA quarterback AJ McCarron and former UA defensive ends Eric Curry and John Copeland.
In addition to entertaining local celebrities, Triangle Tailgaters invites supporters of the opposing team to join them — so long as those fans aren’t bothered by Vincent’s food theme of the week. “You’re gonna have the barbecue [for the Arkansas razorbacks], and for LSU we do the low-country boil,” Vincent said. The group also grills hotdogs when UA plays the Mississippi State bulldogs, among other mascot-themed meals. Triangle Tailgaters has been the host of some unusual events, including a wedding and an engagement. They also adorn their tents with chandeliers and white tablecloths when UA faces the University of Mississippi, a jab at The Grove, Ole Miss’s tailgating hub. Jerry Creel, another member of Triangle Tailgaters, graduated from UA in 1977. He said the tailgate scene at his alma mater, vastly different from when he attended college, is unrivaled. “Particularly for the big games, the buzz is just so high. The level of intensity in the number of people and everybody partying, I just don’t think you can match it anywhere. It’s just gotta be the best tailgate place I’ve been to,” Creel said. UA graduates Jim and Allyson Outlaw joined Triangle Tailgaters shortly after it was founded. They agree that tailgating at
Top Left: Craig and Robbie van Schilfgaarde and Kim and Braxton Vincent celebrate the Tide’s games as Triangle Tailgaters. Top Right: Braxton and Hunter Nail enjoying an afternoon of fun with UA student Kirin Heathcock and the Triangle Tailgaters. Bottom Left: Triangle Tailgaters (L to R) Alicia Rohan, Kim Vincent, Morgan Muhlenkamp, Whitney Vincent and Robbie Van Schilfgaarde are among the most Roll Tide faithful on the Quad. Bottom RIght: The Triangle Tailgaters are always set up and ready on Alabama game days. Photos: Kim Vincent
“Tailgating,” Creel said with a smile. “That’s just what we do.” JERRY CREEL
UA has not always been as students know it today. “You know, nobody tailgated on the Quad back then – back in the early ’90s,”
said Allyson. “So people just used to go to friends’ apartments or down the strip. It wasn’t near as much fun.” It is difficult to imagine UA game days without hustle and bustle – without tents saturating the Quad, without fervid chanting from fans, without the passionate tailgating experience. Tailgating is a tradition that has become a lifestyle for many. “Tailgating,” Creel said with a smile. “That’s just what we do.”
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November 2016
Tales of
Tuscaloosa Going to Texas: November 11, 1876 By Jim Ezell
Left: Locations of deaths in Texas of people listed in early Tuscaloosa newspapers and compiled in The Ferryman’s Last Trip. This represents a small percentage of those who immigrated but illustrates their distribution. The smallest dots represent one person, while the largest represent up to eight. Graphic by the author. Above: The Texas Navy war schooner San Antonio was lost at sea in 1842. Image courtesy of the Texas Navy Association, Galveston, TX.
T he vast lands that became the State
of Texas were part of the Kingdom of New Spain for over 300 years. After Mexican independence and enactment of a Constitution in 1824, it was designated as part of the state of Coahuila y Tejas. This area was perhaps the poorest and least populated part of the newly created Mexican nation. It covered about 300,000 square miles, nearly six times the size of Alabama, and had a population of about 71,000 in 1828, about the same as the City of Tuscaloosa in 1971. One constant theme of American history is westward movement. Adults in early Tuscaloosa were typically born elsewhere—many stayed but others moved on. These migrants saw the west as a source of new lands and opportunities. Some of the first went to Texas in the earliest days of Mexican Independence. William H. Jack, a young Tuscaloosa lawyer, was elected to the Alabama House of Representatives in 1827. In 1830, after serving one term, he became one of the first Tuscaloosans to emigrate. After involvement in the Texas Revolution he served in the Congress of the newly created republic. Robert E. B. Baylor also served in the
Alabama Legislature when Tuscaloosa was the capital and later as a U.S. Congressman. After a religious conversion and ordination as a Baptist minister, he relocated to the Texas Republic in 1839. He served on the Texas Supreme Court and became co-founder and namesake of Baylor University. Major Thomas N. Wood, UA Class of 1840, became a Major of Marines in the Texas Navy. He served on the sloop of the war schooner San Antonio. He was presumed lost at sea when his ship sank during a hurricane while on a diplomatic mission to the Yucatan Republic in September 1842. In 1846, a dispute over the annexation of the Texas Republic as an American state led to war between the United States and Mexico. Thousands volunteered for service, including a local company organized by John Gorman Barr, UA Class of 1841. Returning to Tuscaloosa, he became a noted humorist and engaged in politics. North Carolina native Robert Simonton Gould came to Alabama at an early age. His mother established and operated a boarding house in Tuscaloosa for many years. An 1844 UA graduate, he moved to Texas in 1850, practiced law and served as
a colonel in the Civil War. After Reconstruction, he became Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court and was one of the founding professors of the University of Texas Law School. Financial crises, war, better health, and other reasons compelled thousands to immigrate to Texas. However, many remained connected to their former homes. It was common for late 19th century Tuscaloosa newspapers to publish letters and news columns sent by former residents. One such letter titled “Grandview, Texas” was written by W.R. Elmore and published in the West Alabama Breeze in 1893. He describes his farming experiences and tells of others from Alabama who moved to Johnson County, including Willis Cline of Tuscaloosa County, who purchased a farm for $30,000 (about $600,000 now). Not everyone immigrating to Texas had a good experience. Editor John F. Warren of The Tuscaloosa Times noted on November 11, 1876, that he had seen wagons pass through with “Going to Texas” written on their canvas covers. He also noted that he saw several returning with “D___n Texas.”
About the Author
Local author and historian Jim Ezell is writing a collection of historical stories about Druid City and surrounding areas, in hopes of publishing a book ahead of Tuscaloosa’s bicentennial celebration in 2019. What began as genealogy search in 1992 quickly turned into a much larger project. As Ezell searched through over a century of newspapers at the University of Alabama’s Hoole Special Collections Library, he became fascinated by other articles from the Druid City.
20 COMMUNITY
November 2016
Hometown Tourist: Falling For Colorful Autumn Foliage By Candice Morris Like many, fall is my favorite time of year. Pumpkins, cooler weather, boots; I love it all. And the best part? That’s easy: the colorful fall leaves that dot the landscape around Tuscaloosa and Northport. That got me thinking. Why do the leaves change colors in the fall? What makes them so vibrant? For answers, I turned to University of Alabama Arboretum Director Monica Watkins. She explained that as the days get shorter and temperatures begin to drop, leaves begin to die. Because they can no longer make chlorophyll (the green pigment plants use to capture energy from sunlight), their green color fades. The colorful remaining pigments, in shades of orange, red, and yellow, are then unmasked. Does the weather affect the vibrancy of the changing leaves? “Bright sunshine and cool nights during this time can produce more intense color,” Watkins said. “The peak time for fall color in Alabama is through early November, when days are warm and sunny, the day length gets shorter, and nighttime temperatures drop.” As a hometown “tourist,” I wondered: Where are some local places to view these gorgeous fall leaves? Tuscaloosa has several great places to view fall foliage, such as the area north of the river, Deer Lick Park, and of course, the Arboretum. Keep an eye out for native trees, such as sourwoods, red maples, hickories, and oaks for the most vibrant colors. I’m a sucker for taking fall pictures, but I wanted some tips on how to take the
perfect photo. Local photographer Alicia Lavender suggests taking pictures before 9 a.m. and after 4 p.m. once daylight savings begins. Her best suggestion for taking pictures of leaves? “Get close!” Despite our dry weather, Lavender says after it rains is a great time to photograph trees and leaves. “The water gives it the contrast you want of the bright yellows and rich reds.” Speaking of dry weather, rainfall (or a lack of) does affect the changing UA Arboretum Director Monica Watkins says the next few weeks leaves. “We are seeing should be a great time to view fall foliage. Photo: Candice Morris a lot of trees drop Candice Morris is a longtime Tustheir leaves early, before color change can happen, due to caloosa resident who hasn’t explored nearly enough of her home. She drought,” Watkins said. Take some time out this season to view started the Hometown Tourist in the stunning, colorful display of the leaves. hopes of getting to know more about Snap some pictures. And “fall” in love the area and all it offers. with Tuscaloosa all over again.
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November 2016
Teacher of the Month: Southview Elementary’s Ashley Koh By Tori Linville
Ashley Koh can’t see herself being anything else besides an elementary school teacher. “It’s what I’ve wanted to do my entire life, so I’ve never imagined doing anything else,” she said. Koh is in her third year as a second grade teacher at Southview Elementary School. She received her degree in elementary education from the University of Alabama and has lived in Tuscaloosa for nine years. “One thing I wish people knew about teaching is how much time and effort goes into a single school day. Along with getting your instruction in for the day, you must also accommodate to each student’s specific needs and learning styles and be ready to give additional support when needed,” she said. “In that same day, you are also a counselor, cheerleader, role model, nurse, friend, mediator, confidant, assessor, and detective (because it wouldn’t be a normal day unless something was lost). And our job isn’t over at 3:00. We have to plan and prepare materials for the next day, along with plenty of other tasks such as paperwork and parent calls. It is exhausting by the end of the day, but there is nothing else I would rather do. When you spend 7 hours a day with the same kids, they become your family, and you will do whatever it takes to make sure your kids are getting all that they need during a given day.” When it comes to helping children with
can be discipline and its effects on students, but Koh said discipline is essentially another way to say how much a teacher cares. “When a child has a disciplinary issue, the very first thing to do is to let the child know you love them and that you really care about them. Sometimes that means meeting with them every single morning to remind them that you really want the best for them,” she said. “That develops a mutual respect. If the
If the child doesn’t trust or respect you, their walls will stay up and you’ll never get through to them. ASHLEY KOH
school at home, Koh said its important to not be afraid to ask a child’s teacher for help. “There is a lot that has changed since most of us were in elementary school, especially how we teach math,” she said. “So teachers can’t just assume parents know these new methods. When I have
child doesn’t trust or respect you, their walls will stay up and you’ll never get through to them.” Photo: Ashley Koh While she said it’s easy to call Tuscaloosa home, Koh said her parents ask for help, I am happy to meet dream vacation has a little more with them and explain different strategies water to it than Title Town. to help the students learn.” “It has always been my dream to go to Koh said she feels her biggest accomthe Maldives,” she said. “The water looks plishment as a teacher is when her former so pretty and serene.” students come back to visit her, regardless of the ups and downs of the school year. One of the downs in a school year
FOOD 23
November 2016
November Recipes: Beef Stew and Almond Joy Cookies By Amy Poore Is anyone else already mentally prepping your big Thanksgiving meal, or doing practice runs? Same here. But this month, I thought I’d suggest some great fall alternatives that your family can enjoy – because really, there are 29 other days in November. And FYI: I actually wound up making two batches of these Almond Joy cookies. On the first batch, I accidentally grabbed wax paper instead of parchment paper. Trust me, you don’t want to ever do this. The wax melted to the bottom of the cookies. Whoops! (I cut them out to take a photo, but my family was so disappointed). Fortunately, the cookies in batch number two were better all around. Edible, even. Have a great month, and as always, bon appétit.
Stir in vinegar and mustard. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve with a sprinkle of dried parsley. ALMOND JOY COOKIES • 14 oz. bag sweetened coconut flakes • 12 oz. bag semi-sweet chocolate chips • 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk • 2 1/4 oz. of sliced almonds
BEEF STEW • 1 1/4 lb. trimmed chuck roast, cut into 3/4 inch cubes • 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or canola) • 1 1/2 cups sliced carrots • 1 sweet onion, cut into wedges • 2 tablespoons minced garlic (jar kind works fine) • 1 cup red wine • 2 tablespoons flour • 4 cups beef broth • 1 large or 2 medium baking potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes • 2 tablespoons coarsely ground Dijon mustard • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar • Salt and pepper • Garlic salt • Dried parsley Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over
medium-high heat. Season meat with garlic salt and pepper. In Dutch oven, brown meat on all sides. Transfer to plate. Add in onions and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally until softened, around 6-8 minutes. Add garlic, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Add in red wine, making sure to scrape up all the good brown bits in the Dutch oven. Cook until almost all the liquid has evaporated. Whisk together 1/2 cup beef broth and flour and add to pot along with the beef, remaining beef broth and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 45 minutes. Next, add potatoes, cover and cook until tender. Around 15 minutes.
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone liner. In a large mixing bowl, mix all ingredients until fully combined. Scoop out 2 tablespoons onto baking sheet (may take 2 sheets). Shape the cookies into round balls and press to flatten out a bit. Bake for 12-15 mins. Let cool on a baking sheet.
Amy Poore is a mom, a wife and a foodie. To see more of Amy’s delicious recipes, visit her blog, www.pooreamy. com. Recipes and photos by Amy Poore. Pictured with Amy is her husband, Dr. Raymond Poore.
24 FOOD November 2016 Taste of Tuscaloosa: O’Henry’s Finds Home Downtown By Sheena Gregg
As someone whose coffee connoisseur skills have evolved over the years, I’ve developed a deep respect and love for the local establishments in our area. And if you’ve driven down University Boulevard lately, you’ve likely noticed that Tuscaloosans have welcomed O’Henry’s Coffees with open arms and a bear hug since it’s opening in October. O’Henry’s Owner Randy Adamy says that he and his wife, Mary, believed Tuscaloosa was the logical choice for opening an O’Henry’s location – the first outside of the Birmingham metro area. “We watched Tuscaloosa for a very long time and looked at 15 different
locations within the city,” said Adamy. “Having UA in close proximity was going to be a new dimension for us, but we knew we wanted to open our location away from campus to give Tuscaloosa natives something to call their own.” With the addition of the Tuscaloosa location in the Downtown Rock Point development, O’Henry’s now boasts five locations in Alabama. “We don’t do any form of traditional advertising and instead use those funds towards local causes to support our community,” said Adamy. “Relationships are pivotal for us. We want to essentially serve as a local gathering spot.” Aside from an amazing atmosphere, the success of O’Henry’s is also driven by the quality of its coffee. The coffeehouse roasts its own beans, selling custom roasts to 70 other wholesale customers. And if the coffee isn’t enough, O’Henry’s prides itself with the amazing eats on its menu. Whether it’s a Conecuh cheddar biscuit or a chipotle lime chicken bowl, the staff at O’Henry’s wants you to eat, drink, and stay all day long. Blaire Blackmon, a barista in the Tuscaloosa location, says that she’s loved how the community has reacted to the shop. “My favorite thing so far about our Tuscaloosa location is when guests come in with excitement all over their face explaining how much they love O’Henry’s in Birmingham and how excited they are about us being in Tuscaloosa,” Blackmon
From front: Barista Blaire Blackmon pours a cup of fresh coffee for customers. Above: Owner Randy Adamy said he was excited to bring O’Henry’s Coffees to Tuscaloosa. Photos: Sheena Gregg
said. “It warms my heart to see people truly love the product and company as
much as I do.”
November Calendar of Events 2016 Sweet Escape: Nov. 3, 5-7 p.m. The Drish House, Tuscaloosa. This Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama event will leave you feeling pampered and prepped for the upcoming holiday season. Find Christmas gift giving or getting ideas from local vendors while networking with over 125 women in West Alabama’s business community. For more information, email jill@ tuscaloosachamber.com. Kentuck Art Night: Nov. 3, 5 to 9 p.m. Downtown Northport. Kate Rothra Fleming glass jewelry exhibition in the Kentuck Gallery and Deborah Farley jewelry exhibit in the Clarke Gallery. Enjoy live music, cobb oven pizza, pop-up shops, and studio artist open houses. This event is free to the public. For more information, visit kentuck.org/art-night. Lady Neptune Tennis Tournament: Nov. 4-5. NorthRiver Yacht Club, Tuscaloosa. This new tournament is USTA-rated for 2.5, 3.0, 3.5 and 4.0 levels. Enjoy a gourmet cookout on Friday and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. For more information, call the NRYC Tennis Pro Shop at (205) 343-4588 or email tennis@northriveryc.com. First Holly Days Christmas Market: Nov. 4 (10 a.m.-6 p.m.) and Nov. 5 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.). First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, downtown Tuscaloosa. This holiday market features a bake sale, unique gifts, decorations, children’s clothing, pottery and more. Proceeds benefit First Baptist Church’s benevolence fund, the Christian Ministry Center and the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering. For more information, visit firsttuscaloosa.org. “Assassins: The Musical” (Dinner Theatre): Nov. 4-6. Eat My Beats, Tuscaloosa. The Actor’s Charitable Theater presents this Tony Award-winning Stephen Sondheim musical, which tells the story of our nation’s culture of celebrity and the violent means some will use to obtain it. For more information, including tickets, visit theactonline.com. Tuscaloosa Run for Veterans 5K: Nov. 5, 8 a.m. Government Plaza, downtown Tuscaloosa. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama’s Veterans Affairs Committee, the event will be held to provide support to several local charities. Registration (on site): $25. To register, visit eventbrite.com/e/ tuscaloosa-run-for-veterans-tickets-27358603319. 5th Street Vintage Market: Nov. 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 4150 5th Street, Northport. The Vintage Market is a great place to find unusual and unique treasures, from vintage books, clothes, and jewelry to handmade items, vinyl records, and more. For more information, visit 5thstreetvintagemarket.com. UA Theatre & Dance Presents “Falsettos”: Nov. 7-13, Allen Bales Theatre at Rowand-Johnson Hall, University of Alabama campus. This Tony Award-winning musical combines two one-act stories that will make audiences laugh and cry. For more information, including tickets and show times, visit theatre.ua.edu. LifeSouth Blood Drive at Tuscaloosa Public Library: Nov. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The LifeSouth Bloodmobile will be at TPL for donations. For more information on TPL happenings, visit Tuscaloosa-library.org. West Alabama Food Bank’s “All Aboard” Event: Nov. 10, 6 p.m. Tuscaloosa River Market. Area restaurants will provide their favorite dishes for this event, with proceeds benefiting WAFB. Tickets are available at any
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Last year’s annual Unity Tuscaloosa Mismatched Ball was held on Thursday, Nov. 22. The ball returns for its third year on Tuesday, Nov. 22 at 6 p.m. Photo: Laurie Mundy Perrigin
Alabama Credit Union office, or via westalabamafoodbank.org. Veterans Day Celebration at CHOM: Nov. 11, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Children’s Hands-On Museum, downtown Tuscaloosa. Give thanks to veterans everywhere. Join CHOM and have the kids make special flag cards for veterans. For more information, visit chomonline.org. Veterans Day Program: Nov. 11, 10 a.m. Veterans Memorial Park, Tuscaloosa. The ceremony includes many patriotic observances to honor our area veterans. For more information, visit tcpara.org and tuscaloosaveteranspark.org. Turkey & Tinsel Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 12, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The First United Methodist Church of Tuscaloosa’s Bazaar features a silent auction, dozens of vendor booths, concessions, baked goods, and more. Proceeds go to local Tuscaloosa area charities that benefit women and children. All ages are welcome and admission is free. For more information, visit fumct.org. Masterpiece: An Evening of Arts and Autism: Nov. 17, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Harrison Galleries, downtown Tuscaloosa. This evening is a showcase of student art benefitting Arts ‘N Autism. Guests will enjoy a silent auction and raffle, live music, refreshments and more. For more information, visit artsnautism.org or call (205) 274-4990. Purchase with a Purpose Party: Nov. 17-18, 6-9 p.m. 6 to 9 p.m. North River Church, Tuscaloosa. Shop for those on your Christmas list knowing every dollar spent helps others in the community and worldwide. More than 25 vendors will be on hand. For more information, visit Purchase with a Purpose Party on Facebook. 39th Annual Lucy Jordan Ball, The DCH Foundation: Nov. 18, 6 p.m. – Midnight. NorthRiver Yacht Club, Tuscaloosa. For more information, including reservations, call (205) 759-7349, or visit thedchfoundation.org. Wagner’s Turkey Trot: Nov. 19, 8 a.m. This
family-friendly run or walk two-mile race serves as the membership drive for the Tuscaloosa Track Club. Your entry fee is also your membership to The Tuscaloosa Track Club for 2017. Applications are available at Wagner’s RunWalk in Midtown Village. Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra Presents Reveries for Organ and Orchestra: Nov. 21, 7 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, downtown Tuscaloosa. This third annual chamber orchestra concert features Jeff Binford on First Presbyterian’s stunning new organ. For more information, and tickets, visit tsoonline.org or call (205) 752-5515. Unity Tuscaloosa Mismatched Ball: Nov. 22, 6 p.m. Tuscaloosa River Market, 1900 Jack Warner Parkway, Tuscaloosa. This free evening features plenty of food and great entertainment, and of course, conversation. For more information, join the event on Facebook. Beat Auburn Beat Hunger Food Drive: Now through Nov. 15. Since 1994, the Community Service Center and the West Alabama Food Bank have united students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members to help “fight” hunger and poverty in West Alabama by challenging Auburn University and the Food Bank of East Alabama to see who can collect more non-perishable food to help the needy. For more information, visit beatauburnbeathunger.ua.edu. Tuscaloosa Farmer’s Market: Saturdays, 7 a.m.noon. Tuscaloosa River Market, 1900 Jack Warner Blvd, Tuscaloosa. Shop for fresh produce, grass fed beef, baked goods, cheeses and more. Buy fresh, buy local. For more information, visit tuscaloosarivermarket.com or call (205) 248-5295. Homegrown Alabama Farmer’s Market: Thursdays, 3-6 p.m. 812 5th Avenue, Tuscaloosa. This University of Alabama student-run farmer’s market features vendors from all over the state, along with live music from local musicians. homegrownalabama.ua.edu; (205) 210-9621 Northport Farmer’s Market: Saturdays, 6 a.m. to noon, 4150 5th Street, Northport. For more information, visit npfarmersmarket.com.
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