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BUHL ELEMENTARY FUN RUN Buhl Elementary’s Be Happy-Be Healthy Inflatable Fun Run will be held Sept. 29 to help educate the public about making healthier choices.
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FROM THE EDITOR I’d like to take a minute here to acknowledge the loss of a wonderful woman: Lucy Jordan recently passed away. Everyone here in Tuscaloosa feels this loss so tremendously, none more than her family and closest friends. But we here at Druid City Living do as well. I remember when we first started this paper, years ago, I was always so grateful for the kind words from my own friends and family – but I always thought, “Well, they have to say that.” Then my phone rang. It was Lucy Jordan, and she wanted to tell me what a great job we were doing and how much she enjoyed the paper. And not just that: Mama Lucy (I immediately understood why everyone called her that) had some great ideas for potential stories, which I was thrilled to hear about. We followed up on each and every one of them. Lucy Jordan was one of the kindest, most generous people I’ve had the pleasure to know. Her
work with The DCH Foundation was astounding. I cannot wait to celebrate her legacy once again in November with the 40th annual Lucy Jordan Ball. We will miss you, Mama Lucy. Our deepest condolences to your family. As for this month, we’ve got another great issue of DCL for you to enjoy, filled with stories from all over town. And be sure to check out our home and garden section. A special thanks to Vikki Grodner – another generous, talented woman I’m proud to know. As always, a special thanks to our readers, writers, contributors, and advertisers. Everyone here at Druid City Living appreciates your efforts and support. And if you have any story ideas you’d like to share, please email editor@druidcityliving.com. We’d love to hear from you.
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This summer, 12 boys from Northport competed in the Dizzy Dean Little League Championship Series for the Northport Nationals 8U hosted by Warrior Baseball. Over the course of two months, the team competed in a pool of 401 other teams from Alabama, Tennessee, Mississippi and Georgia and finished the season with a 27-3 record, earning the titles of District Champions, Area Champions, Alabama State Champions and World Series Runner-Up. Five of the team members hit over-the-fence home runs, including a grand slam by Ja’Shaun Moten in the World Series Semi-Finals game in Southaven, Mississippi. The Northport Nationals 8U team completed a banner summer season. Front row, from left: Ryan Nichols, Aiden Guzewicz, Dillon DuBose, Ford Traweek, and Carter Smitherman. Middle row: Ryan Coleman, Gibbs White, Ja’Shaun Moten, Barron Gatlin, Miles Ergle, Wes Murphree, and Wilson Patrick. Back row: Coaches Keith Ergle, Richard Murphree, Lance White, Jeremy Traweek, Kevin Nichols, and Mark DuBose. Photo: Allison Traweek
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Mayor’s Minute – September 2017
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Last month, I outlined the impact of the digital compete in the experience economy. Lodging taxes economy on the City of Tuscaloosa’s general fund currently comprise about six percent of the City’s revenue. With 68 percent of our proceeds coming budget. With online sales becoming the dominate from gross sales – sales taxes, use taxes and business force in commercial retail, it is going to be necessary licenses – internet sales have all but evaporated the for us to bring people to Tuscaloosa and have them City’s revenue stay longer. To congrowth. struct a convention/ The fiscal year conference center 2017 general fund or a sports complex budget is $146 to meet our market, million. As of this would likely cost writing, my budget over $75 million. proposal for fiscal In the meantime, year 2018, which the Tuscaloosa I delivered to the Tourism and Sports City Council on Commission recently Aug. 22, is $147.6 hired Don Staley. million. For one of I believe this is a the fastest growing fantastic hire, and he communities in has already started Alabama, a $1.6 the process of using million growth rate existing tourism Mayor Maddox recently proposed a fiscal budget of $147.6 draws (like UA, UA is insufficient to meet the operating million for Tuscaloosa. Photo courtesy of The City of athletics, Tuscaloneeds of the City in Tuscaloosa. osa Amphitheater, the long-term. UltiKentuck, Tuscaloosa mately, it will take significant tax reform in Alabama Regional Air Show, Mercedes-Benz USI, festivals, to move away from sales taxes, and it would take etc.), to keep people in town for a few more hours. years to navigate. As I referenced earlier, I presented our budget on So, what do we do in the interim? Aug. 22. You can view it Tuscaloosa.com. As I outlined in the aspirational section of my four-year plan to the Council on May 23, Tuscaloosa needs enhanced sports and convention facilities to
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September 2017 4 OPINION The Mommy Chronicles: Readjusting to the Busy Mom Schedule By Marlena Rice With fall right around the corner, so comes “busy mom” mode. But can we truly do everything? Is it possible to work full time and be active in your child’s school? Below are a few tips that may help you readjust the “busy” in your mommy schedule as you strive to do both.
1. CREATE A PLAN.
The more organized you are, the easier your day will flow. Make a calendar and schedule in everything from extracurriculars to family and study time. Allow yourself wiggle room for unforeseen events, like practices running late.
2. VOLUNTEER WITH YOUR CHILDREN’S SCHOOLS WHEN YOU CAN.
Teachers have busy schedules too, and many welcome the help. Volunteering to complete projects and activities for your child’s class gives you firsthand knowledge of what the class is learning, and it helps you get to know your child’s teacher better too.
3. CONNECT TO YOUR CHILDREN WHEN YOU KNOW YOU WILL BE AWAY.
If work engagements keep you from attending school lunch or field trips with your child, stay in touch as you can. Consider sending a sweet note in their lunch bag – or use online video messaging systems (like Skype) to catch up with them if you’re out of town.
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 “relaxes” in a local furniture store. Children can sometimes suffer from our stressful schedules. Photos: Marlena Rice
4. KEEP DISTRACTIONS AT BAY.
Sometimes, being on your cell phone is genuinely important. But other times, it gives off the wrong impression. University of Alabama Junior Madison Pettway, who worked as a summer camp counselor in the Tuscaloosa area, saw many parents arrive to pick up their kids with cell phones glued to their heads. “Most of them would head straight to the sign-out sheet and then go stand by the door and wait for their child to come to them. This creates a barrier, because staff would assume the parent was uninterested in hearing what the kids did that day because they were making no effort to show interest,” she said. Put the phone away, and be fully present whenever you can.
5. HAVE AN OPEN RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR EMPLOYER.
and attend school functions during working hours, it is important for your employer to know that your responsibilities at work are manageable. Keep an open dialogue and plan ahead on your work calendar for school-related events – months ahead, if possible.
6. FIND A BACKUP FOR YOU.
Despite how hard you try, you cannot do everything! Find yourself a reliable family member or friend who can back you up if you need an extra hand at home, or if you’re running late for after-school pickup. Make sure that you can reciprocate this help if your friend is in need.
7. KEEP DATING YOUR SPOUSE.
You’re supermom. You rock things at work. But don’t forget your spouse – they need attention, and you need some couple-time as well.
8. TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF.
Be intentional about taking time to recharge. You are only as good to others as you are to yourself.
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Give Life To Your Story: How to Bond With Your Teenager By Faith Johnson It’s that marvelous time of year again! School bells are ringing and yellow buses are showing up everywhere. A new school year has begun which means new classes, new opportunities, and new teachers. All of these things can help shape the identity of our children. Parents find themselves in partnership with their local schools and teachers to help today’s youth prepare
SCHOOL BELLS ARE RINGING AND YELLOW BUSES ARE SHOWING UP EVERYWHERE. A NEW SCHOOL YEAR HAS BEGUN WHICH MEANS NEW CLASSES, NEW OPPORTUNITIES, AND NEW TEACHERS. ALL OF THESE THINGS CAN HELP SHAPE THE IDENTITY OF OUR CHILDREN. for their futures. Not only are they trying to decide on a career path, they are also developing their identities and discovering how to live with integrity – all while building character in the process. Instilling
INSTILLING AND CONFIRMING OUR STUDENTS’ IDENTITIES IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT AND WILL BE A REOCCURRING THEME THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR. and confirming our students’ identities is extremely important and will be a reoccur-
ring theme throughout the school year. As we begin to consider identity, I’d like for you to consider Psalm 127:4: “Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are the children of one’s youth.” Consider the Psalmist’s word choice. He refers to our children as arrows – mighty weapons – and that is no mistake. God has great plans for our children. Just
JUST LIKE CHILDREN, ARROWS ARE NOT MEANT TO BE KEPT SAFE IN THE QUIVER. GOD WANTS YOU TO EVENTUALLY RELEASE THAT ARROW TO REACH A DESTINATION AND MAKE A CHANGE IN THE WORLD WITH THE LOVE OF CHRIST.
like children, arrows are not meant to be kept safe in the quiver. God wants you to eventually release that arrow to reach a destination and make a change in the world with the love of Christ. As parents and leaders, we get to be the primary launchers of the arrows. The making of an arrow begins with the shaft. Every other part of the arrow must attach to the shaft. This part of the arrow is a lot like a child’s identity. If a child’s identity is warped – not straight and strong – his flight in life may be wobbly. Every person is born with a unique, divinely-imprinted identity, which I’d like to think of as a natural bend God placed in the arrow. If we want to properly guide our children to a healthy self-identity, we must acknowledge and support the key areas of spiritual and emotional identity. We must communicate with them one of the most
Faith Johnson serves as Parent Life Director for Tuscaloosa Youth For Christ. Parent Life serves more than 50 young moms and their families in three area high schools. You can reach Faith at faith@tuscaloosayfc.com Photo: Faith Johnson
IF WE WANT TO PROPERLY GUIDE OUR CHILDREN TO A HEALTHY SELF-IDENTITY, WE MUST ACKNOWLEDGE AND SUPPORT THE KEY AREAS OF SPIRITUAL AND EMOTIONAL IDENTITY. essential messages that they will ever re-
ceive: “You are made in the image of God. You are one valuable child.” Parent Life gives me the opportunity to instill this message into these young parents through small groups, Bible studies, mentoring, on-campus meetings, and more. Ultimately, we play a unique role in walking alongside our young parents, instilling in them who God has called them to be so that they can begin to instill it within their children and fulfill the God-given purpose for their lives.
OPINION 5 Lake Living: Take a Little Time to Relax, Enjoy Your Surroundings September 2017
By Allison Adams “The health of the eye seems to demand a horizon. We are never tired, so long as we can see far enough.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson This is the best time of the year to appreciate Lake Tuscaloosa. The summer has skidded to a halt, and we are sailing through warm breezes into fall. The lake is quieter today … with fewer boats on the weekdays, and less motion.
THE LAKE IS QUIETER TODAY … WITH FEWER BOATS ON THE WEEKDAYS, AND LESS MOTION. The celebration of Labor Day signifies the halting of work, and the pausing of life’s “gotta do’s” to celebrate life around us. Labor Day, intended to celebrate the achievements workers made to move this country forward, originally signals the end of summer. It also falls halfway between the Fourth of July and Thanksgiving, and it became a federal holiday in 1894. While in Italy recently, I was strongly reminded – as my daughter tried on shoes minutes before 1 p.m. – that the term “siesta” is well known there. Siesta, which means “nap” in Spanish, is known in Italian as “riposo” – and it is a daily ritual for Italians. Shops and museums close, as everyone takes an extended lunch hour (or three) during the hottest part of the day.
Left: With “la mia famiglia” – including my son, Brent, daughter, Ann Kathryn, and husband, Chad – during our recent trip to Italy. We reconnected, and were reminded to take some time, relax, and enjoy the beauty around us. Right: The gorgeous beach at Punta Ala, Italy. With a name like “Punta Ala,” of course we had to stop and soak it in. Photos courtesy of Allison Adams.
HERE IN AMERICA, WE NEVER TAKE A BREAK. WE CONTINUE TO TRY TO CATCH UP ALL DAY LONG, EXHAUSTING OURSELVES SO MUCH THAT WE CAN’T EVEN ENJOY THE TIME WHEN WE ARE ABLE TO TAKE A VACATION.
Here in America, we never take a break. We continue to try to catch up all day long, exhausting ourselves so much that we can’t even enjoy the time when we are able to take a vacation. So, this month, think of yourself as an Italian. Enjoy a riposo. Head to one of the area launches, or visit a friends’ screen porch, and soak in the gift that is just down the road. Lake Tuscaloosa is one of the few lakes in the state that is not drained by this time for the sake of power
production. Life is to be lived, not endured. Find your midday “riposo” or “siesta” each day this month, and see how it spikes your creativity and productivity. Have a blessed September, Allison Allison Puccetti Adams is a Realtor who blogs house info at housewise.com. She may be reached for comment at aadams@lakehomes.com.
September 2017 6 OPINION The Land of Oz: This Country Needs Football Right Now By Derek Osborn Typically, when you come to my column, it’s to read my poor attempts at humor and maybe momentarily escape reality. For this one, we get a little more serious. As a general rule, I sidestep political remark as much as humanly possible. In this bizarre day and age in which we live, tolerance of others’ beliefs and values seems to be almost non-existent. Everyone seems to have an agenda, while almost no one seems to be willing to listen to dissenting opinion with an open mind. And that is a long-term recipe for disaster. What we can do as a “united” people to fix it all is currently the great debate. Your local first-world problem solver doesn’t have a clue.
WHEN YOUR FOOTBALL TEAM TAKES THE FIELD ON SATURDAY OR SUNDAY (OR THURSDAY OR MONDAY), MANY OF THE ISSUES THAT BURDEN OUR SOCIETY ARE MAGICALLY PUT ON THE BACKBURNER. IT DOESN’T MATTER WHAT COLOR YOUR TEAM’S PLAYERS ARE OR WHERE THEY’RE FROM – IT ONLY MATTERS WHAT COLOR THEY ARE WEARING TOGETHER.
WE’RE ALL ON THE SAME TEAM. YOU DON’T ALWAYS GET ALONG WITH YOUR TEAMMATES, BUT YOU DO YOUR BEST TO WORK THROUGH THE DISPARITIES. WHEN YOU DO, TEAMS EXCEL. WHEN YOU DON’T … THEY LOSE.
What I do know is that I’m happy that it’s football season. And this is not an excuse to turn a blind-eye to the issues our country is facing, or to offer up some misdirection so we ignore the issue entirely. But rather, it’s an opportunity to bring us together as a nation which commonly enjoys sport and competition. When your football team takes the field on Saturday or Sunday (or Thursday or Monday), many of the issues that burden our society are magically put on the backburner. It doesn’t matter what color your team’s players are or where they’re from – it only matters what color they are wearing together. Black kids, white kids, Hispanic kids, and kids from all races and walks of life are brought together to play a sport that depends on teamwork arguably more than any other team sport in the United States. We don’t judge our players by their background, or what their religious beliefs are, or whether or not they support the ideals of our elected officials. We support them without exception because they are on our team. We want to see them succeed, win or lose, and become productive
The Land of Oz is a monthly editorial piece of masterful opinionated writing (insert joke here) regarding life and times in the big town of Tuscaloosa coupled with the musings of a guy nicknamed “Oz.” Derek Osborn is the Executive Director of PRIDE of Tuscaloosa by trade and writer by hobby. He lives in Tuscaloosa with wife Lynn, and their daughters, Savannah and Anica. Photo: Derek Osborn
members of society in the process. One way or another, all our differences are put aside, not just for a few hours on game day, but for the entire length of the season. That dynamic should serve as a reminder to all of us that the future and success of our community and our country depend on people working together. We see past our differences and strive to work together for the greater good, for the bet-
terment of our country, and for the future of our children and grandchildren. We’re all on the same team. You don’t always get along with your teammates, but you do your best to work through the disparities. When you do, teams excel. When you don’t … they lose. I tweet insignificant things @ozborn34.
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Estate Planning & Asset Protection • July 10
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Family Caregiver Panel • July 24
Stories and Q&A from Family Caregivers
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Gaines Brake, Attorney
Understanding and Planning for Long Term Care • August 21 Daniel Moroney, Nationwide Insurance Territory Director of Financial Services Getting to Know Your First Responders • Sept. 11 Chris Williamson, Tuscaloosa Fire and Rescue
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Now Open and Opening Soon
1 Ajian 1 is now open in downtown Tuscaloosa
(1914 University Blvd.). The restaurant, co-owned by former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron, features sushi made to order – patrons pick the ingredients, sauces, and toppings on their sushi rolls. (205) 331-4542; ajian10.com 2 Beat and Blowout Bar Salon & Spa recently opened in downtown Tuscaloosa (2502 7th Street). The full-service salon offers blowouts, mani/pedis, makeup contouring, lash extensions, air brush tanning, and more. (205) 632-5414
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New Hope Therapy Center is now open in Tuscaloosa (2703 University Blvd. East). The Center is committed to excellence in the identification, evaluation, and treatment of children and adolescents in need of occupational, physical and/ or speech therapy services. Trained staff utilize therapy equipment, games, and toys that encourage participation in a fun, rewarding environment. (205) 575-1609 ext. 4; helpinghands-therapy.com.
Anniversaries
4 Confetti Interiors celebrated its one-year anniversary of its new location (4851 Rice Mine Rd NE, STE 530) in August 2017. The Tuscaloosa store specializes in infant and children’s furnishings and gifts. (205) 345-1331; confettiinteriors.com.
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News and Happenings
College in Tuscaloosa. Ashley, a Mississippi native, will take over duties in October 2017.
August’s Adopt-A-School Kickoff Luncheon, presented by the Smile Doctors of Tuscaloosa, was held in August. At the luncheon, the following awards were presented:
Microbiologist Dr. Patricia Sobecky, UA associate provost for academic affairs and professor of biological sciences, will lead the University of Alabama’s newly launched Alabama Water Institute, which draws upon researchers from numerous disciplines including biological sciences, computer science, engineering, geography, geology, law, and mathematics.
Holt Elementary School and the Junior League of Tuscaloosa celebrate 20 years as Adopt-A-School partners. From left: Rachel Jones (second grade); Debbie Crawford (principal); Morgan Williams (Junior League of Tuscaloosa), and Mallory Smithson (third grade). Photo: West Alabama Chamber of Commerce
Thirty Year Award (1987): Cadence Bank and Northington Elementary, Regions Bank and Collins-Riverside Middle, and Southland International Trucks and Vance Elementary Twenty-Year Award (1997): P.E. LaMoreaux & Associates and Rock Quarry Elementary, The Radiology Clinic, and Junior League of Tuscaloosa and Holt Elementary Decade of Excellence Award (2007): The University of Alabama, College of Community Health Sciences; Spiller Furniture & Mattress and Crestmont Elementary Dedra Cabaniss was named Tuscaloosa Association of Realtors’ 2017 Realtor of the Year. Cabaniss is a Realtor with Pritchett-Moore Real Estate. The Alabama Community College Board of Trustees named Dr. William J. “Bill” Ashley as the new president of Shelton State Community
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Darryl Joiner. Photo courtesy of DCH Medical Center.
Darryl Joiner, who delivers and stocks supplies at DCH Regional Medical Center, has received the DCH Excellence Award. The Excellence Award is given to employees who exemplify the highest standards of excellence in attitude, job performance, dependability, appearance, and contributions to DCH beyond the call of duty. The Tuscaloosa Association of Realtors’ 2017 Bark in the Park Committee recently donated $12,100 to the Will May Dog Park – money raised from the event held in May.
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10 BUSINESS September 2017 Chamber Takes 70+ Leaders on Inaugural Benchmarking Trip By Savannah Chilton More than 70 Chamber members and community leaders traveled to Greenville, South Carolina, on July 23-25 for the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama’s inaugural benchmarking trip. Chosen for how Greenville has embraced smart growth, downtown redevelopment and a knowledge-based, entrepreneurial economy, participants heard from individuals directly responsible for Greenville’s transformation and were inspired to apply those successes in West Alabama. “I think it was a great trip and I really enjoyed visiting Greenville,” said Bruce Higginbotham, Northport City Engineer and Interim City Administrator. “It was very informative and we learned a lot from them. I was especially interested in hearing how they transformed themselves through the years.” Higginbotham said Greenville’s transformation wasn’t an overnight process, but the city’s commitment created a great living environment for residents. “In a lot of ways, Northport is in a similar position. The City has tremendous assets and is a growing community,” he said. “We can improve our community by highlighting these assets and moving forward in a planned, proactive way.” Speakers for the benchmarking trip included public officials, elected representatives and entrepreneurs from the area. All discussed the transformative atmosphere in the community. Greenville’s once-dormant city center has now become a national model for downtown redevelopment.
Chris Gunter of Buffalo Rock/Pepsi-Cola, said the trip generated a great deal of excitement. “I think that we made a statement as a community as to how important it truly is to take the city to the next level,” Gunter said. “The mayor, the city of Tuscaloosa, and the city of Northport have done a fantastic job of laying out plans. But what we’ve learned from Greenville is, ‘How can we get on board with those plans as a community and how can we get on board as a private investor?’” City of Northport Planning Director Scott Stephens said Greenville is a great case study of a plan put into action. “It’s great to see how committed citizens and community leaders can work together to bring their vision for their city into reality,” Stephens said. “We saw examples of how the City of Greenville provided effective economic development, arts and tourism, parks and greenspace, and more, all to the benefit of their citizens.” Before returning to Tuscaloosa, participants met to share their thoughts on the trip and discuss ways to apply lessons learned in Greenville to challenges in West Alabama. Attendees agreed takeaways should include Greenville’s intentional planning with respect to the use of their available funds. Mayor Walt Maddox said the City of Tuscaloosa should take advantage of low-hanging fruit, including cosmetic improvements such as signage, it should also look at the long-term process. “The planning process works, but it takes time,” Maddox said. “We’re very good, but do we want to be great?”
Top: Mayor Walt Maddox, Brendan Moore (City of Tuscaloosa, Office of Urban Development) and Bobby Bragg (JamisonMoneyFarmer PC) attended the 2017 Chamber Benchmarking Trip. Bottom: Ruth O’Connor (Arts & Humanities Council of Tuscaloosa County) and Sontonia Stephens (Community Service Programs of West Alabama) were among the area officials who made the July trip to Greenville. Photos: Amy Materson
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COMMUNITY 11 United Way of West Alabama Kicks Off Campaign Season
September 2017
By DCL Staff Six NCAA championships. Four-time NCAA Coach of the Year. While those are accomplishments beyond measure, they’re in the rear view mirror now for the United Way of West Alabama’s 2017 Campaign Chairwoman, Sarah Patterson. Now, the veteran of gymnastics championships is looking to raise the bar even higher for UWWA’s mission to improve health, education and financial stability across West Alabama with a campaign goal of $3,825,000. Patterson revealed the goal at the annual UWWA Campaign Kickoff Luncheon, lending her formidable fundraising skills to the agency’s annual campaign. Fundraising is yet another thing Patterson does successfully – she has raised almost $10 million for the DCH Foundation Breast Cancer Fund with The Power of Pink initiative. “When I retired, I finally had the time to attend the United Way kickoff,” Patterson said. “I was so moved by the speakers and agencies that were represented that I immediately knew I wanted to be involved. I wanted to help.” Patterson said working with collegiate athletes exposed her to how the UWWA’s services could have helped them, but she simply wasn’t aware of the services at the time. She said promoting the United Way’s 2-1-1 Helpline and Referral Program is just one of the steps she aims to take in raising awareness for UWWA. United Way’s 2-1-1 line assists people who are looking for the resources to help them in the face of life’s many challenges, pairing them with call specialists who listen to their issue and work to connect
From front: Former University of Alabama Gymnastics Coach Sarah Patterson will be serving as the 2017 campaign chairwoman. Top: Patterson’s well-known fundraising skills have been highlighted at The Power of Pink events. Bottom: UWWA hopes to top its goal of $3,600,000 last year and has aimed to raise 3,825,000 for the 2017 campaign. Photos courtesy of the United Way of West Alabama.
them to a solution. Julie Mann, UWWA’s director of communications, said the line is a go-to resource for anyone in need. “For anyone who has needed help, they know how hard it is to find that information. [The] 2-1-1 Information and Referral Line keeps a running list of services available in our nine-county regions,” Mann
said. “So, a person who calls and has lost a job, fallen behind on bills, may need some gas money, etc., can call and get referrals on how to go about getting that help, armed with the knowledge of which places currently have funding, if there are certain days of the week applications are taken, etc. 2-1-1 helps people get the help
they need.” The 2-1-1 program also connects callers with quality child care, assistance with taxes, job training services and other kinds of community support. Patterson said the support from her community when her husband, gymnastics coach David Patterson, was diagnosed with cancer 21 years ago, was originally what inspired her to create what is now known as The Power of Pink. “I remember everyone coming up to me and saying that we were in their thoughts and prayers and thinking ‘This is home,’” Patterson said. “I started to think of everyone and everything we’ve been given in our career and how important it is to give back.” Patterson said her priority is raising awareness about United Way and all that its partner agencies have to offer the community as well. The UWWA currently has 26 partnerships, Mann said. “With one donation to United Way, a person is contributing to 26 local partner agencies and initiatives. And when a community lives united, every donation, no matter how big or small, is combined together for a maximum impact on our community,” Mann said. “Whether it’s day-to-day needs, emergency and disaster response, illness-related support or so many other things people in our West Alabama have happen in the span of their lives, there is a nonprofit agency ready to help that your dollars help fund.” Visit uwwa.org for more information.
Celebrating Masters: New TSO Season Kicks off Sept. 25 By Tori Linville Tuscaloosa is no stranger to those who master their craft, and the Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra’s 2017-2018 season, “Brilliance: A Celebration of Masters and Masterpieces,” is bringing its own message to the town of champions. The season kicks off Monday, Sept. 25 with “The Majesty of Beethoven.” TSO Executive Director Jenny Mann says the concert will present Beethoven in a fresh perspective. “It’s really going to be an interesting experience to hear ‘Symphony No. 4’ and ‘Symphony No. 7’ next to each other, because they represent two different periods of Beethoven’s style,” Mann said. “No. 4 was influenced by Mozart, while No. 7 is fully in Beethoven’s own voice, which is known for being very emotional and dark. No. 4 more closely follows classical music form and rules and No. 7 is motivated by emotion, but both are written by the same mind. No. 7 is also not played as often as some of his other symphonies, so it’s a unique opportunity to hear it live.” Cheers ‘n Chat will begin prior to the performance at 6 p.m. For those who want to see behind the curtain and become more knowledgeable about the orchestra’s inner workings, the TSO will hold its Music and Wine Dinner with Evangeline’s Restaurant on Monday, Oct. 30. “The wine pairing dinner is a great opportunity for people to see musicians up close in an informal and intimate environment,” she said. “We’re only seating 70 people, and the musicians will stay and eat with everyone. People will have the chance to ask any question they’ve ever wanted to ask, and there’s no dumb question.” The TSO will perform pieces at the dinner that aren’t as standard and aren’t
The Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra’s 2017-2018 Season, “Brilliance: A Celebration of Masters and Masterpieces” will bring a variety of pieces from classical music masters across time. Photo courtesy of the Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra.
performed on the orchestra’s stage, Mann said. TSO’s “Shout for Joy – Winds and Voice with Chamber Orchestra” will bring some extra culture right before Thanksgiving on Monday, Nov. 20. “It’s the only concert of its kind all year long. It’s another opportunity to hear a different kind of music with a smaller orchestra and a different collection of instruments,” Mann said. “It’s perfect for people who feel intimidated by classical music or think they don’t like it. It’s a good chance to hear something different and inspiring, but also relates to the holiday season with its general seating and being less formal.” The Annual TSO Christmas Celebration will round out 2017 in collaboration with the Prentice Concert Chorale and the Alabama Choir School on Monday, Dec. 18. The TSO will welcome 2018 with a variety of performances, including “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” on Monday, Feb. 12; TSO’s Annual Discovery Day – Dancing Musical Characters at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 5; the Run for Roses Dinner and Silent Auction at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 3; and “Musical Brilliance – The Phenomenal Stewart
Goodyear” on Monday, May 8. All concerts by the TSO are held in the Moody Music Building at 7 p.m. unless otherwise written. For more information about TSO’s 2017 season and to buy tickets, visit tsoonline.org.
To read more about The Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra’s 2018 performances, stay tuned for Druid City Living’s January 2018 issue.
PLAN TO GO THE MAJESTY OF BEETHOVEN MONDAY, SEPT. 25 MOODY MUSIC | 7 PM
DIAMONDS ARE A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND MONDAY, FEB. 12 MOODY MUSIC | 7 PM
MUSIC & WINE PAIRING DINNER MONDAY, OCT. 30 EVANGELINE’S RESTAURANT 7 PM
ANNUAL DISCOVERY DAY MONDAY, MAR. 5 MOODY MUSIC | 6 PM
SHOUT FOR JOY MONDAY, NOV. 20 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 7 PM TSO CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION MONDAY, DEC. 18 MOODY MUSIC | 7 PM
RUN FOR THE ROSES DINNER AND SILENT AUCTION THURSDAY, MAY 3 DINAH WASHINGTON CENTER 6:30 PM MUSICAL BRILLIANCE – THE PHENOMENAL STEWARD GOODYEAR MONDAY, MAY 7 MOODY MUSIC | 7 PM
12 COMMUNITY
Tales of Tuscaloosa
September 2017
Streets Named Tuscaloosa: September 7, 2011 By Jim Ezell
Top Left: Some of the cities outside of Alabama with streets named Tuscaloosa. Bottom Left: The rather “modest” entrance to 141 Tuscaloosa Avenue, a $31 million property located in Atherton, California. It includes a 10,000-square-foot main house, separate guest house, servants’ quarters, indoor basketball court, swimming pool, and putting green. In total it has three kitchens, six bedrooms, and 10 baths. Right: Some Alabama cities with streets named Tuscaloosa.
Tuscaloosa is one of America’s
most unique names. Except for an east Texas ghost town, no other city, town, or county bears the name of the famous chief. However, it does show up in widely scattered parts of the country as a street name. Streets named for Tuscaloosa have various designations. Some are thoroughfares such as roads, streets, or avenues.
Streets named for Tuscaloosa have various designations. Some are thoroughfares such as roads, streets, or avenues. Others may be short and local such as ways, traces, or lanes. Others may be short and local such as ways, traces, or lanes. Many communities have streets named for their municipal neighbors. Alabama cities such as Birmingham, Mobile, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Gadsden, as well as nearby Columbus, Mississippi, all have streets named Tuscaloosa. Often it is an honorific, or it might designate where a street ultimately leads as it transitions to a road or highway on the way out of town. Some of these include Jasper, Eutaw, Carrollton, and Gordo. In some cases, the names are reciprocal, such as Greensboro Ave. in Tuscaloosa leads south towards Greensboro, the county seat of Hale County. Conversely, Tuscaloosa St. in Greensboro heads north towards Tuscaloosa. Tuscaloosa crops up frequently as a street name in Florida in such widely scat-
tered communities as Tallahassee, Milton, Daytona Beach, Fort Myers, and West Palm Beach. Perhaps the naming of these streets reflects the origin of some of Florida’s many winter residents and retirees. Tuscaloosa Ave. in Daytona Beach is near Selma and Mobile Avenues. Tuscaloosa St. in West Palm Beach is near Talladega and Tallapoosa Streets. In Fort Myers, Tuscaloosa St. is near Virginia, Jersey, and New York Streets. The origin of the Tuscaloosa street name in other cities such as Greensboro, Fayetteville, and Huntersville, North Carolina; and Louisville, Kentucky may be more obscure. Tuscaloosa Lane in Brick, New Jersey, is part of a neighborhood whose streets have Native American names, including Apache, Cherokee, and Navajo. Migrants moving west may have taken the name Tuscaloosa with them. Some streets with this name are located in Marion and Louisville, Mississippi; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; San Antonio, Texas; West Jordan, Utah; and San Diego and Atherton, California. Atherton, California is a small city in “Silicon Valley” near Palo Alto and Stanford University. Its citizens have a median income of more than $250,000—the highest in the United States. Some of the nation’s most expensive homes are located
along mile-long Tuscaloosa Avenue. On September 7, 2011, a large estate located at 141 Tuscaloosa Ave. was sold through Coldwell Banker Real Estate for $20.4 million. In 2015 the same property, after
Streets named for Tuscaloosa may be short, such as two-block long Tuscaloosa Trace in Tallahassee, or extend a mile or more. They may be in low income or affluent neighborhoods. They may be nearby or far away. But they all share a common origin, the Native American who led his people resisting conquest nearly half a millennium ago.
renovation and additions, was listed by Christie’s International Real Estate and sold for an astounding $31 million. In November 2015, a home at 119 Tuscaloosa Ave. sold for $35.3 million. According to the real estate website Zillow.com, other homes on this street typically approach or exceed $10 million. The “cheapest” recent
transaction was a mere $6 million. By contrast, a home along Tuscaloosa Avenue in Birmingham’s West End recently sold for $35,000, while rents were commonly less than $300 per month. Streets named for Tuscaloosa may be short, such as two-block long Tuscaloosa Trace in Tallahassee, or extend a mile or more. They may be in low income or affluent neighborhoods. They may be nearby or far away. But they all share a common origin, the Native American who led his people resisting conquest nearly half a millennium ago.
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.
COMMUNITY 13 Tone Up T-Town: Becoming a Barre Babe at The Barre Code September 2017
By Sheena Gregg From hotels to restaurants, downtown T-town has become a little mecca of new business for our community. Within this new business boom sits the beautiful 2700 Capitol Park building, with upscale apartments and a hot new fitness boutique, The Barre Code. After seeing the frenzy on social media about pop-up barre classes around Tuscaloosa this summer, I knew I needed to check out The Barre Code to find out what this shaking, burning, and tucking was all about. According to studio owner Catherine Noble, The Barre Code aims to provide variety to its clients. “The Barre Code is a boutique fitness studio that offers a complete program of traditional barre, HIIT training, and boot camp-style classes, kickboxing, and choreographed cardio routines,” Noble said. “We offer a motivational classroom setting that meets every client at their level; The Barre Code fosters a captivating community that inspires everyone who walks through the doors to become their
“THE BARRE CODE FOSTERS A CAPTIVATING COMMUNITY THAT INSPIRES EVERYONE WHO WALKS THROUGH THE DOORS TO BECOME THEIR STRONGEST SELVES.” – CATHERINE NOBLE
“At The Barre Code, our main goal is to provide a community of empowerment and acceptance for anyone who walks in the door. We want clients to authentically commit to their strength to discover what they’re capable of; our instructors and studio members are indoctrinated in our culture to achieve that. Above all, our studio is a place of positivity, and we want to share that with everyone through their fitness journeys,” says Noble. After experiencing the shaking, burning, and tucking as part of my own personal fitness journey, I know The Barre
From front: The Barre Code instructors are all smiles during the July 29 grand opening. (L to R): Peyton Flippo, Tori Lee, Dana Farber, Catherine Noble, Januar Brown, and Malory Goetchus. Photo courtesy of The Barre Code. Above: Sheena with class instructor (and ninja) Januar Brown before the start of her first barre class. Photo: Sheena Gregg
strongest selves.” Recognizing many of the friendly faces of The Barre Code staff, I decided to try out the studio’s traditional Barre Code class led by my friend Januar Brown. Despite her sweet demeanor and killer smile, I quickly realized during class that Januar had the skills of a ninja – while also being one of the most helpful and motivating exercise instructors I’ve ever had. With the ultimate boy band playlist blasting during our class, Januar had me feeling like a barre babe – not a barre buffoon, awkwardly navigating the exercise props. Construction on the studio for The Barre Code began earlier this year, and a grand opening was held in late-July. From the get go, The Barre Code staff have fo-
cused on getting out the message that their
DESPITE HER SWEET DEMEANOR AND KILLER SMILE, I QUICKLY REALIZED DURING CLASS THAT JANUAR HAD THE SKILLS OF A NINJA – WHILE ALSO BEING ONE OF THE MOST HELPFUL AND MOTIVATING EXERCISE INSTRUCTORS I’VE EVER HAD.
“AT THE BARRE CODE, OUR MAIN GOAL IS TO PROVIDE A COMMUNITY OF EMPOWERMENT AND ACCEPTANCE FOR ANYONE WHO WALKS IN THE DOOR.” – CATHERINE NOBLE Code is here to stay. If you like great music, friendly faces, and an atmosphere to challenge yourself, The Barre Code may be the next stop on your fitness journey. To find out more, visit The Barre Code Tuscaloosa on Facebook.
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September 2017 14 SCHOOLS Buhl Elementary Holds Be Healthy-Be Happy Fun Run Sept. 29 By Tori Linville
because while our students enjoy running, and they love inflatables. Combining the two seemed like a perfect fit. I wanted to choose an activity where families could be involved with their children and also have fun and get exercise at the same time.” McAllister said the fun run will also give families the opportunity to meet vendors in the area who can provide nutritional meal choices, physical activity venues, and health care providers. Buhl teamed up with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
to their fitness and lifestyle, but makes changes to their whole family’s way of being active and eating,” she said. “He was able to join in the Nick’s Kids Luncheon and now is a SUPERSTAR at our school.” In addition to BCBS and HEAL, Buhl’s Adopt-ASchool Partner, The Radiology Clinic, will also be at the fun run. The Radiology Clinic gives Buhl a yearly donation and is hands-on with any and every school activity, such as judging the talent show, reading to students, and more. Top: Buhl’s HEAL goal setting The Radiolowall helps students track their gy Clinic’s staff, fitness goals. Once a student including Charachieves his or her goal, they lotte Williams, earn a star on the wall. Middle: Monika Bush and Buhl’s Fun Run could not have been possible without the help Courtney Blue of its Adopt-A-School partners. as well as retired (From L to R): Nita McAllister, CEO John Hum- Buhl’s physical education teacher, Monika Bush and Charlotte ber, has been Williams from The Radiology helping McAllisClinic collaborate on plans for ter organize the the run. Bottom: Buhl’s HEAL fun run and find SUPERSTARS spell out the program’s name with creativity. sponsors for the Photos courtesy of Nita McAlevent since June. lister. The Tuscaloosa Music Club, Buhl’s other Adopt-A-School partner, will also be in attendance to help with the event. McAllister said the fun run is more than just a way to blow off some steam.
(BCBS) and Healthy Eating Active Living of Alabama (HEAL) after McAllister learned of a BCBS grant at a conference she attended. McAllister applied for the grant in March 2017 and was awarded $10,000 – which will be presented at the fun run in the form of a giant check. The grant will support teaching more nutritional games, purchasing sports equipment, and holding PE family nights to involve parents, as well as building a multi-purpose community field for teaching soccer, disc golf, football, and more. HEAL, an organization that works with schools and provides a fun curriculum in how to teach children the importance of a healthy lifestyle, will also present Buhl with a HEAL school banner at the run. McAllister said her UAB professors contacted her with the idea of Buhl becoming a pilot school for the program’s research – and it paid off for her students, too. “One of our students was a chosen as a HEAL HERO. A HEAL HERO is someone who makes changes not only
It’s a way to teach children about fitness and nutrition – knowledge that can stay with them and lead to a healthier, more productive life. “The places children spend their time are the places that determine their behaviors. About one in three kids today are overweight or obese. Studies show that overweight kids are likely to become overweight or obese adults. This risk can lead to a number of serious health-related problems such as type 2 diabetes, asthma, and heart related issues,” she said. “By promoting a healthy lifestyle at a young age, we are giving children and their families information that can help them fight obesity and improve their health.” Children can easily implement healthier choices into their daily routine by eating nutritionally, like choosing a colorful plate with fruits and veggies, getting 60 minutes of physical activity, limiting screen time to two hours a day, getting 10 to 11 hours of sleep and limiting food and drink with high sugar content. Keeping students active and healthy is Buhl’s
Inflatables serve a dual purpose: they’re a lot of fun and a lot of cardio. Tuscaloosans can enjoy both during Buhl Elementary’s Be Healthy-Be Happy Inflatable Fun Run at 9 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 29 at the school itself. “The Be Healthy-Be Happy Inflatable Fun Run came about as a way to help educate our students, parents, teachers, and community about the importance of exercise, nutritional education, and parental involvement in the fight against childhood disease and obesity,” said Nita McAllister, the physical education teacher at Buhl. “I came up with the inflatable run
“THE BE HEALTHY-BE HAPPY INFLATABLE FUN RUN CAME ABOUT AS A WAY TO HELP EDUCATE OUR STUDENTS, PARENTS, TEACHERS, AND COMMUNITY ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF EXERCISE, NUTRITIONAL EDUCATION, AND PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CHILDHOOD DISEASE AND OBESITY.” – NITA MCALLISTER
school-wide commitment, McAllister said. “Our principal, Vanessa Clay, wrote a grant providing our students with daily healthy snacks of fruits and vegetables. She encourages our teachers to take their students out to recess and to provide Brain Breaks (physical activity during their academic learning) to our students,” McAllister said. “She also wrote a grant to begin an afterschool program for students to increase their physical activity and help with academics and cultural experiences. Our teachers will be providing students an education on growing vegetables and nutrition through the Schoolyard Roots program.” McAllister said the fun run wouldn’t be possible without the support Buhl received while planning the event. The event has even received support from its neighbor counties – Jefferson, Pickens, and Walker counties – in the form of vendors and sponsorships. “Even the State Parks (Alabama
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources) are supporting the event by providing State Parks gift cards to families,” she said. “Without the support of County Commissioner Reginald Murray, and Executive Board member Farrington Snipes, on the Tombigbee RC&D Council, the completion of our multi-purpose field would not be completed.” The Be Happy-Be Healthy Inflatable Fun Run will have sponsors present offering prizes, gifts and more information about their services. Many opportunities will be available for students to get involved with after school athletic activities, as well as medical and dental services for families. To read more about Buhl Elementary’s Be Happy-Be Healthy Inflatable Fun Run and its sponsors, visit druidcityliving.com.
September 2017
SCHOOLS 15 Tiffany Cargile, Westwood Elementary School Cargile says the support she receives from her family keeps her anchored in her role as a teacher.
By Tori Linville Tiffany Cargile isn’t interested in boring lesson plans. As a kindergarten teacher at Westwood Elementary, she said she tries to keep her students’ attention with more interactive lessons. “When I go to plan my lessons, I always try to take into consideration the different learning styles and levels of each child in my classroom,” she said. “I strive to make sure I meet the needs of every learner. I try to incorporate music, movement and technology as much as possible. The more senses we can use, the better the new information will ‘stick’ to our brain.” Cargile received her degree in Elementary Education from The University of Alabama and has taught kindergarten at Westwood since her career began. Though she’s been at the school for almost 13 years, she said she hasn’t lost sight of the most important thing – her students. “When I am at school, I am dedicated to my students. I pray and strive to be what each of my students need from me,” she said. “We learn, stay busy, have fun and give our best.” Though she prioritizes her students, she said she tries to keep work at work and to be as present in her home life as possible.
“I STRIVE TO MAKE SURE I MEET THE NEEDS OF EVERY LEARNER. I TRY TO INCORPORATE MUSIC, MOVEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE. THE MORE SENSES WE CAN USE, THE BETTER THE NEW INFORMATION WILL ‘STICK’ TO OUR BRAIN.” “I try not to take the stress of the job home with me, just like I try not to take the stress of life to school with me. When I am at home, I am all about my family. I want to be the best wife and mother that I can be,” she said. “I adore my husband and daughter and appreciate the time we have together. We sit down at the table every night for dinner and talk about our day. We love sharing stories and being silly together. They are a great support system and are always eager to help out in my classroom whenever needed.” Cargile said for parents looking to help their students with school, reading to children in the home at an early age is always an advantage. If the parent shows an excitement for education and school, as well as a love of learning, the child will too. When her kindergarteners are having
Photo courtesy of Tiffany Cargile trouble grasping a lesson, Cargile said she tries to pinpoint what they don’t understand. Clearing up any confusion can happen in a number of ways. “I ask them to explain to me, in their own words, what they know about the skill/topic, and I use their prior knowledge as a starting point to expand from there. Often times, they just need to hear the information explained more than one time or in a different way,” she said. “Another great resource is having another student explain it to their friend in a ‘kid friendly’ way. Incorporating visuals and manipulatives are also very helpful, because it
gives students a way to show/see their learning so they can better understand.” What would be the best school supply parents can give Cargile? She says that’s easy: pens that range the color of the rainbow. But she adds if she wasn’t heading a classroom (and constantly scrounging for pens), she’d most likely be a lawyer or real estate agent. And if she was an animal? “I have always said, if I could be any animal, I would be an octopus, so I could do eight things at a time and live in the ocean,” she said.
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Wanderlust Uses Social Media to Crowdsource Decor By DCL Staff When Vikki Williams Grodner conceives a project, it is usually not small in scope or vision. From starting Alabama’s first camp for children living with cancer to bringing the largest crowd ever to the Montgomery Civic Center to hear Tim Tebow speak on behalf of a local charity, from taking thousands of cupcakes to Newtown, Connecticut, three months after the Sandy Hook shooting to comfort the community, to distributing $1 million dollars’ worth of new women’s apparel to survivors of the 2011 Alabama tornadoes, Grodner rarely lets her ideas be stymied by limitations. Her latest project is no different. Two years ago, Grodner, a certified interior decorator, started The Wanderlust Life. In this initiative, she invests in properties around the country (the Southeast initially), using social media to crowdsource decorating decisions through the process of “democratic design.” “We allow our followers – affectionately known as ‘Wanderlusters’ – to see the renovations on The Wanderlust Life Facebook page as they’re occurring,”
Top: Grodner and her team renovated and lovingly restored a historic home in Tuscaloosa. Middle Left: The Wanderlust Life offers people to give design input on Grodner’s properties via Facebook – a process she calls “democratic design.” Middle Right: Grodner says she greatly values the interactivity with The Wanderlust Life followers. Bottom: Vikki Grodner has developed an interactive design initiative called The Wanderlust Life. Photos: Debbie Kizziah
Grodner said. “Ultimately, they and others can experience the properties firsthand, staying in them as short-term rentals.” Currently, over 70,000 followers worldwide have been actively engaged
“WE ALLOW OUR FOLLOWERS – AFFECTIONATELY KNOWN AS ‘WANDERLUSTERS’ – TO SEE THE RENOVATIONS ON THE WANDERLUST LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE AS THEY’RE OCCURRING.” – VIKKI GRODNER
with The Wanderlust Life brand. Think of it like HGTV on steroids. Plans are also in the works for a possible television program with a major cable channel. The first two properties have been completed in Tuscaloosa and Panama City Beach, Florida. The Tuscaloosa house, Wanderlust1, is a historic home within walking distance of downtown, the Black Warrior River and, for many people most importantly, the University of Alabama. Named one of the eight places to stay in Tuscaloosa for “gameday and beyond,” the property has
“ULTIMATELY, THEY AND OTHERS CAN EXPERIENCE THE PROPERTIES FIRSTHAND, STAYING IN THEM AS SHORT-TERM RENTALS.”
– VIKKI GRODNER proven extremely popular with visitors to this West Alabama city. Grodner was instrumental in helping City officials and staff understand the value of short-term rentals, as Tuscaloosa recently became the first city in the state of Alabama to formalize the short-term rental process. Further, she formed a short-term rental advocacy and property marketing organization, the Tuscaloosa Hospitality Network. The second property, Wanderlust2, is in a vintage high-rise in Panama City Beach; a third property is now underway in Birmingham’s super-hot Avondale community. Grodner does not do the actual work all by herself. In addition to enlisting local contractors and artisans when appropriate, she also works with various family members to complete the renovations. Sister Sheri Corey is also a decorator and owns a workroom where she produces drap-
eries, bed linens and home décor items. Cousin Randy Crayne is a Birmingham contractor and has assisted with projects on Wanderlust3. Grodner’s other sister, Lori McCrary and her husband David, a commercial contractor, as well as their various adult children, also participate in the projects whenever possible. “We look for tired, sad houses and try to make them happy, relevant houses,” Grodner explained. “We feel every house has a personality, and we strive to find that personality and to showcase it for others to enjoy.”
WE LOOK FOR TIRED, SAD HOUSES AND TRY TO MAKE THEM HAPPY, RELEVANT HOUSES. WE FEEL EVERY HOUSE HAS A PERSONALITY, AND WE STRIVE TO FIND THAT PERSONALITY AND TO SHOWCASE IT FOR OTHERS TO ENJOY.” – VIKKI GRODNER For more information on The Wanderlust Life, or to stay in any of Grodner’s properties, you can reach her at jointhe-
wanderlustlife@gmail.com or (205) 4229713; you can also visit @JoinTheWanderlustLife on Facebook to get involved in the design input process.
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Elegant Gardens Bring Delicate Features to Tuscaloosa By Savannah Chilton Nothing says “summer” in Tuscaloosa more than flowers in bloom and vibrant green grass. And while the heat and humidity of late summer/early fall can be challenging for residents, Tuscaloosa gardeners love it. Tuscaloosa Master Gardener Pam Sloan has spent decades cultivating beautiful gardens, keeping them radiant throughout the summer and beyond. Sloan says she grows a multitude of different varieties of plants and flowers. “I grow herbs, perennials, annuals, old pass-along plants, vegetables, trees, shrubs, wildflowers and house plants,” she said. Her favorite? “The oakleaf hydrangea – and any plants that I use in teaching…that narrows it down to about a few million!” In terms of what local gardeners can and should grow, Sloan says basically anything. Any plant you want to grow, you can – with the proper care, of course. For beginners, she recommends taking a few steps before planting. “Start with a soil test to determine what will grow best in your yard. Build up your soil first,” said Sloan. “Also, read about plants that you love. Think like a plant… how big will I get? What do I need to grow? What part of this yard would I want to be planted in, and how much sun/shade can I take?” Soil testing kits can be picked up at the Tuscaloosa County Extension Office (2513 7th Street). “They will give you the small carton
and tell you how to collect your soil,” Sloan said. “They will send it to Auburn for a complete analysis. It costs $7.” Sloan also emphasizes the importance of maintenance, for it could be a new gardener’s key to making their garden look and feel manicured and pristine. “Take a walk through the garden every morning. Pull off dead blooms; look for any insect damage; decide what needs
“TAKE A WALK THROUGH THE GARDEN EVERY MORNING. PULL OFF DEAD BLOOMS; LOOK FOR ANY INSECT DAMAGE; DECIDE WHAT NEEDS PRUNING, WATERING, HARVESTING, ETC.” – PAM SLOAN pruning, watering, harvesting, etc.” she said. If you’re busy and struggle with finding time to keep up with a large garden, or you don’t have the space, you have other options. Sloan recommends trying container gardening. “For containers, I use ornamental grass for height, a flower in season – like a couple of baby mums and an ornamental cabbage – with something that will trail over the side, like sweet potato vine or creepy jenny. I also put in herbs just to
Top: Pam Sloan works on terrariums at home. Bottom Left: The showy, bright blooms of the flowering pomegranate provides a pop of color to any southern garden through early autumn. Bottom Right: The viburnum shrub blooms from summer through fall. Photos: Pam Sloan
make it smell good,” Sloan said. The Master Gardener Program in Tuscaloosa County is an educational outreach program provided and administered by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. It is a program to train individuals who
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September 2017 20 FOOD Hang On to Summer With Hot Dog Topper, Skillet Cookie
September Recipes By Amy Poore
MEXI-CORN HOT DOG TOPPER 2 ears fresh corn, cut off cob 1 small zucchini, finely chopped 2 green onions, chopped 1/2 jalapeno, minced 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Juice of 2 small limes 1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt/pepper to taste
Mix all ingredients in a large bowl, refrigerate for 30 min. to 1 hour. Serve on top of hot dogs.
Yep, it’s almost fall, y’all. But if you’d like to hang on to summer just a little bit longer, this month’s recipes may help. Few things say “summer” more than hot dogs, but if you’ve tired of the regular variety, give this Mexicorn hot dog topper a try. And for a sweet treat, this M&M skillet cookie is a hit with
everyone. No doubt you’re super busy this month, but take some time to share a great meal with those near and dear. Bon appétit! Amy Poore is a Tuscaloosa mom, wife and foodie. To see more of Amy’s delicious recipes, visit her blog, Poore Amy, at pooreamy.com.
M&M SKILLET COOKIE
1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 cup packed light brown sugar 2 large eggs, room temperature 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup mini semi-sweet choco late chips 3/4 cup M&M’S® Baking Bits Preheat oven to 325°F and lightly grease your oven-safe skillet (cast iron, preferably).
In a large bowl using a hand-held mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter for 1 minute on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar and beat on medium high speed until fluffy and light in color. Beat in eggs and vanilla on high speed. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. On low speed, slowly mix into the wet ingredients until combined. Add the chocolate chips and M&M’s, then mix on low until everything is evenly distributed.
FOOD 21 New Downtown Restaurant Central Mesa Keeps It Fresh
September 2017
By Sheena Gregg Fresh tortillas, flavorful charred vegetables, and made-from-scratch sauces are the types of things that make my mouth water. Luckily for all of us “foodies” in Tuscaloosa, there’s a new place in town that offers these delights. On July 5, Central Mesa opened its doors. The Latin American-inspired eatery, located in the old Epiphany Farm-to-Fork Cuisine location on Greensboro Avenue in downtown Tuscaloosa, boasts much more than your typical burrito. Central Mesa and Avenue Pub owner Craig Williams believes that Tuscaloosa is ready for something like this. “I saw this type of restaurant concept working really well in the Nashville, Bir-
“WE JUST WANT TO DO IT RIGHT AND BE PROUD OF WHAT WE’RE DOING.” – CRAIG WILLIAMS mingham and Atlanta markets, and I knew it could work well here too,” said Williams. As someone who understands the val-
ue of the overall restaurant experience, Williams says he continues to work with his staff each day to improve what they can offer patrons. “We just want to do it right and be proud of what we’re doing,” he said. Williams adds that he hopes Tuscaloosa will consider Central Mesa as part of its regular food scene – and not just as a special occasion place. “We’re currently working on happy hour specials for our cocktails and menu items,” he said. “We’re in a perfect spot downtown with all the retail space.” Some of Williams’ favorite menu items include the spicy chicken tostadas featuring oven roasted chicken in a spicy tinga sauce topped with avocado, cotija, and cilantro, as well as the street corn appetizer, which features fresh corn off the cob,
“JUST LIKE AVENUE PUB, WE DON’T HAVE FREEZERS. WE’RE DOING EVERYTHING FRESH, AND WE WANT CUSTOMERS TO ENJOY WHAT WE’VE GOT TO OFFER.” – CRAIG WILLIAMS
Top Left: Chorizo tacos with crema, avocado, and onion on fresh corn tortillas are a popular menu item at Central Mesa. Top Right: As the owner of both Central Mesa and The Avenue Pub, Craig Williams is no stranger to the Tuscaloosa restaurant scene. Bottom Left: Central Mesa’s Cuban sandwich features roasted pork carnitas with ham, house pickles, jack cheese and a brown sugar Dijon glaze. Bottom Right: Central Mesa’s street corn appetizer has become an early customer favorite with fresh flavors from corn, jalapenos, cotija and crema. Photos: Sheena Gregg
white onion, jalapenos, cotija and house-made crema. “Just like Avenue Pub, we don’t have freezers. We’re doing everything fresh,
and we want customers to enjoy what we’ve got to offer.” For more information on Central Mesa, including a menu and restaurant hours, vis-
it Central Mesa on Facebook. Sheena Gregg is a registered dietitian and local “Filipino Foodie.” Follow her adventures at afilipinofoodie.com.
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The Alabama Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders is committed to finding a cure for Mary Kathryn and the more than 1,500 children who come to us for care each year. As a founding member of the Children’s Oncology Group,* Children’s of Alabama and UAB combine research and innovative therapies to help save the lives of children down the street and around the world. Although the cancer cure rate has risen from 50 to 84 percent and strokes in patients with sickle cell disease have decreased by 90 percent, we are actively working toward a CURE for children like Mary Kathryn.
ChildrensAL.org/committedtoacure *The Children’s Oncology group is a clinical - translational trials organization with more than 9,000 experts worldwide dedicated to finding better cures and improving the outcomes for all children with cancer.
September Calendar of Events DCL Saves the Date
First Friday in Downtown Registration starts at 7:00am and Tuscaloosa: Sept. 1, 5 p.m.- 8 the cost is $25 day of the race. p.m. This event is free to the Humans only, please, in the road public. Local galleries, busirace. nesses and restaurants are open The race course is a flat, fast as a way for the community to certified course. The first 150 see what downtown Tuscaloosa registrants will receive a t-shirt offers. For more information, on the day of the race and all visit firstfridaytuscaloosa.com. entrants will be entered into a Chick-Fil-A Kickoff Game drawing for door prizes. Sport – Alabama vs. Florida State: drinks, food, fruit, and water Sept. 2, 7 p.m. Mercedes-Benz will be available and walkers Stadium, Atlanta. The Tide are welcomed. Participants can and Seminoles square off in pre-register by downloading a this premier college football registration form from tuscaloomatchup, which will be broadsatrackclub.com or humanesocicast on ABC. For more inforetyofwa.org. Proceeds from the mation, visit rolltide.com or Canine Classic 5K go directly to chick-fil-akickoffgame.com. the welfare of all the animals in Bama Art House Films the HSWA’s care, and to helping Presents “2:22”: Sept. 5, 7:30 more in the Tuscaloosa comp.m. Tickets: $8 general, $7 for munity. For more information, students and seniors, $6 for Arts visit humanesocietyofWA.org or Council members. Box office tuscaloosatrackclub.com. opens at 6:30 p.m. For more Fall Family Fun Day at information, visit bamatheatre. CHOM: Sept. 23, 10 a.m.org. Mark your calendars for The Garden Party 2017 on Sunday, Sept. 24 from 5-8 p.m. at the Tuscaloosa River 4 p.m. Children’s Hands-On Market. This annual fundraiser benefits Schoolyard Roots (formerly the Druid City Garden Project), bringing Nucor Steel Tuscaloosa Museum, downtown Tuscaloosa. together local farmers and restaurants for one big feast. The evening also features a silent auction, locally Adopt-A-School Golf TournaPaint watercolor leaves, make brewed beer, a local band and a craft-makers’ auction. For more information and tickets, visit ment: Sept. 7, Ol’ Colony Golf leaf rubbings, and more. For more schoolyardroots.com/thegardenparty. Photo: Schoolyard Roots Complex, Tuscaloosa. The fourinformation, visit chomonline.org man scramble tournament is the or call (205) 349-4235. downtown Tuscaloosa. Get up, get out, and go play. Enannual fundraising event benefitting the AAS program. “We Are Proud to Present...”: Sept. 25-Oct. 1, joy special games and activities throughout the museum. All teams will begin play with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Allen Bales Theatre, Rowand-Johnson Hall, University For more information, visit chomonline.org or call (205) For more information, visit tuscaloosachamber.com. of Alabama campus. UA Theatre & Dance kicks off its 349-4235. Kentuck Art Night in Downtown Northport: Thursseason with this play, which features six actors planning Bama Art House Films Presents “The Ornitholday, Sept. 7, 5- 8 p.m. This monthly celebration of art and rehearsing a presentation about an African genocide. ogist”: Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $8 general, $7 for and artists is free to the public. Enjoy live music, pop-up Tensions flare over how to tell the story. Tickets: $10. For students and seniors, $6 for Arts Council members. Box shops from local vendors, demonstrations by Kentuck more information, including show times, visit theatre. office opens at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit studio artists, and more. For more information, visit kenua.edu or call (205) 348-3400. bamatheatre.org. tuck.org/art-night. Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra Presents “The FOCUS on Senior Citizens 25th Annual Health An Evening with Clint Black: Sept. 8, 8 p.m. Bama Majesty of Beethoven”: Sept. 25, 7 p.m. Moody Concert Fair: Sept. 20, 9:30-11:30 a.m. McAbee Center (3801 Theatre, downtown Tuscaloosa. Doors open at 7 p.m. for Hall, University of Alabama campus. Tickets are availLoop Road, Tuscaloosa). The FOCUS on Senior Citizens this concert. Ticket prices are $56.75 and $46.75; available at tsoonline.org or by phone at (205) 752-5515. of Tuscaloosa County, Inc. Health Fair is free for senior able via eTix. For more information, visit bamatheatre. Daryl Hall & John Oates with St. Paul & The citizens ages 50+. Flu shots will be available – bring your org. Broken Bones: Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m. Tuscaloosa Amphiinsurance card. For more information, call (205) 553Apple Day at CHOM: Sept. 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. theater. Tickets available via Ticketmaster.com. For more 3133. Children’s Hands-On Museum, downtown Tuscaloosa. information, visit Ticketmaster.com, call the Tuscaloosa Art with Friends: Sept. 21, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The Paint with apples, make your own apple head, and more. Amphitheater Box Office at (205) 248-5280 or charge by Tuscaloosa Museum of Art: Home of the Westervelt For more information, visit chomonline.org or call (205) phone at (800) 745-3000. Collection. Light refreshments will be served. For more 349-4235. Bama Art House Films Presents The Manhattan information, visit tuscaloosamoa.org. Calico Street Troupe Performance: Sept. 9 and Short Film Festival: Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $8 The ACT Presents “Disaster!”: Sept. 22-25, Bama 23. 10:30 a.m.-Noon, Northport Civic Center. Bring the general, $7 for students and seniors, $6 for Arts Council Theatre, downtown Tuscaloosa. The Actor’s Charitable whole family to this free, interactive, professional stage members. Box office opens at 6:30 p.m. For more inforTheatre presents this Broadway musical comedy – a play for kids which features costumed actors, dancers, mation, visit bamatheatre.org. homage to classic disaster films. This side-splitting show special lighting, and music – all on a 36-foot stage. Tuscaloosa Farmer’s Market: Tuesdays and Saturfeatures earthquakes, tidal waves, infernos, and classic Performances teach right choices and good character. For disco songs from the 1970s. For show times and tickets, days, 7 a.m.-noon. Tuscaloosa River Market, 1900 Jack more information, visit calicostreet.com. Warner Blvd, Tuscaloosa. Shop for fresh produce, grass visit TheACT.info or call (205) 393-2800. 5th Street Vintage Market: Sept. 10, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., fed beef, baked goods, cheeses and more. Buy fresh, buy Annual Buy for RISE Charity Sale: Sept. 22, 5-8 4150 5th Street, Northport. The Vintage Market is a great p.m. (preview) and Sept. 23, 8-11 a.m., Rise Center, local. For more information, visit tuscaloosarivermarket. place to find unusual and unique treasures, from vintage Tuscaloosa. Area merchants have donated high-end items com or call (205) 248-5295. books, clothes, and jewelry to handmade items, vinyl Homegrown Alabama Farmer’s Market: Thursdays, to the University of Alabama RISE School, and deep records, and more. For more information, visit 5thstreet3-6 p.m. 812 5th Avenue, Tuscaloosa. This University of discounts are offered. Money raised will help RISE. vintagemarket.com. Tickets required for Friday night preview; free admission Alabama student-run farmer’s market features vendors Chamber Business After Hours: Sept. 12, 5-7 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets are available at the RISE Center. For from all over the state, along with live music from local NorthRiver Yacht Club, Tuscaloosa. For more informamusicians. homegrownalabama.ua.edu; (205) 210-9621. more information, call (205) 348-7931. tion, visit tuscaloosachamber.com. 8th Annual Raising Hope Silent Auction: Sept. 22, Bama Art House Films Presents “Landline”: Sept. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuscaloosa River Market. Catholic Social 12, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $8 general, $7 for students and Services of West Alabama’s major fundraiser features seniors, $6 for Arts Council members. Box office opens silent auctions on a variety of different items, along with at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit bamatheatre.org. food, live music, a $1000 raffle, and more. For more National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony: information, including tickets, visit csstuscaloosa.org. Sept. 15, 2 p.m. VFW Post 6022 (7001 University Blvd. Theatre Tuscaloosa Presents “The 39 Steps”: Sept. E.), Cottondale. For more information, call Walter Turner 22-Oct 1. Bean-Brown Theatre, Tuscaloosa. This twoat (205) 553-8040 or email vfwpost6022@yahoo.com. time Tony and Drama Desk award-winning show is a Eric Church with Brothers Osborne and Ashley mystery packed with nonstop laughs and zany characters. McBryde: Sept. 15, 7 p.m. Tuscaloosa AmphitheTo purchase tickets, visit theatretusc.com or call the Theater. Tickets available via Ticketmaster.com. For more atre Tuscaloosa Box Office at (205) 391-2277. information, visit Ticketmaster.com, call the Tuscaloosa 2017 Lake Tuscaloosa Cleanup Day: Sept. 23, 8 The 15th annual Canine Classic 5K road race to benefit the Amphitheater Box Office at (205) 248-5280 or charge by a.m.-1 p.m. Volunteers will be collecting litter from Lake Humane Society of West Alabama will be held on Saturday, phone at (800) 745-3000. Tuscaloosa, including the water, shoreline, and tree-line. September 23, at Kentuck Park. Photo: Humane Society of West Alabama Black Jacket Symphony Presents The Grateful For more information, call Tuscaloosa 311. Dead’s “American Beauty”: Sept. 15, 8 p.m. Bama TheCanine Classic 5K Road Race: The 15th annual Caatre, downtown Tuscaloosa. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets: nine Classic 5K road race to benefit the Humane Society Events you want to see here? $25 and $30. For more information, visit bamatheatre.org of West Alabama will be held on Saturday, September 23, Email us at: or blackjacketsymphony.com. at Kentuck Park. The 5K road race, the HSWA’s biggest editor@druidcitymedia.com Nickelodeon Worldwide Day of Play at CHOM: fundraiser of the year, will start at 8:00am and is part of Sept. 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Children’s Hands-On Museum, the Tuscaloosa Track Club Grand Prix of West Alabama.
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