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montgomery park trails Getting from here to there enjoying the great outdoors! With plenty of sunshine and year-round warm temperatures, Montgomery is an ideal place to enjoy the great outdoors. Lately, city and private leaders have begun several new efforts to make Montgomery a great place to bike, walk, and jog.

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For example, did you know that Woodmere Arts Park, Blount Cultural Park, and Ida Belle Young Nature Park individually offer an extensive set of running and/or biking trails? If you zoom out on Google Earth, you will discover

Lagoon Park Trail Proposed Connection to Ida Belle Young Natural Park

City Workers, business and volunteers have donated hundreds of hours of labor, services and supplies to help clear the trail. Montgomery East Park Trail Map

that these three parks are only separated by a road on each side. The City of Montgomery is proposing adding a few crosswalks & connector paths to create enough continuous paths to run/ walk 6.2 miles (10K) across all three parks. These parks offer some of the most picturesque pastoral views in the city. Montgomeryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Development Department, Parks and Recreation Department and various neighborhood associations have been working collectively to design the trail system to enhance the area subdivisions and the City as a whole. A group of citizens called the Lagoon Park Trail Committee have

been working to clean up several miles of trails throughout Lagoon Park for walkers, runners and mountain biking. City Workers, business and volunteers have donated hundreds of hours of labor, services and supplies to help clear the trail. Four miles of trail are ready for use. To complete the trail a bridge has to be constructed over a creek which will cost more than $25,000. The Committee hopes to be able to raise the money through private donations. There is another $50,000 to $100,000 of long-term improvements needed to ensure the trail doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get washed away or disappear over time. Montgomery Multi-Sport is in the

process of designing another 8 to 12 miles of trail for mountain biking that will incorporate much of this first phase of existing trail. Working as privatepublic partnership, communities have more ownership and will work with the city to make sure the trails are properly maintained. Plans are also in the works to have bike lanes installed throughout the city to connect places like the East Montgomery Park Trail to Oak Park and on to the Riverfront and Wright Brothers Park. Increasing connectivity to the vast number of green spaces in our city is essential to building a safer, stronger, healthier community. The Pride of Montgomery

A Word from Mrs. Strange

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Welcome to Montgomery, Alabama's capital! A few years back we initiated a branding campaign to spread the word that we’re also the Capital of Dreams! While we are proud of our place in history as the Birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement and Cradle of Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange the Confederacy, we wanted people and First Lady Linda Strange to see what the city has to offer now and in the future; and to let everyone know that Montgomery is a place where dreams can come true. A good education is the platform on which dreams can be built. We’re proud of the national recognition our public schools are receiving. LAMP Magnet High School was deemed the number one magnet school in the country! We have several other schools that are also receiving high praise for student achievement. Montgomery is home to eight colleges and universities. Military personnel from around the world come to Air University at Maxwell Air Force Base to learn about the newest ways to protect us through the air, in space and in cyberspace. We’re working to become a dream destination for tourists. Public and private partnerships are bringing in new attractions, new hotels and new restaurants. We are home to some of the finest sports venues in the Southeast. Riverwalk Stadium, where the Montgomery Biscuits play, has received numerous design awards as one of Minor League Baseball’s best ballparks. Perhaps some of you have come here to Montgomery to cheer on your sons and daughters during championship tournaments or other athletic events. If you have a taste for culture, our Museum of Fine Arts is located in the same park as the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Its collection of American artwork is known nationally. As the City’s First Lady…I’d like to exert a little executive privilege and extend a special invitation. During the League of Municipalities convention, if you go to the Museum and say, “I’m a friend of Linda’s,” you’ll be admitted absolutely free of charge. I have to confess that the Museum doesn’t charge anyone admission…but I want the staff there to remember that I have friends everywhere! Lastly, like most of your hometowns, Montgomery relies heavily on sales taxes as a revenue stream. That’s why I’d like to tell you about shopping opportunities here in the Capital of Dreams. Eastdale Mall is a traditional, indoor shopping venue with dozens of stores and even its own ice skating rink. The Shoppes at EastChase are located right on I-85 at Exit 9. There are wonderful stores, boutiques and restaurants, something for shoppers of all different tastes. We also have quaint, little family-operated shops in our Cloverdale neighborhood, on Mulberry Street and spread across the City. Montgomery’s best asset is its people. Please take the time to see the hospitality we have to offer and I’m sure you’ll come back again and again. Have a great time while you’re here in the Capital of Dreams!

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Editor Virginia Saunders Creative Director Emily Cobern Operations Manager Allie Manzari Advertising Representatives Donna Ellis Virginia Saunders Contributing Photographers Dreamers Photography by Adrienne Quick Adrian Freeman Photography Nick Drollette Photography Front Cover PhotograpHY Nick Drollette Photography Contributing Writers Allen Bowen Holli Driver-Coley Geri Cronier Rebekah Edwards Corey & Donna Ellis Henry Hernandez Kasey Hope Dr. Phil Mitchell, DVM Allie Manzari Dr. Kalai Mugilan Dr. Frank K. Rho JT & Leanne Geoff Stough

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The LASIK team of doctors at Primary Eyecare Associates in Montgomery are (from left) Fredrick Jackson, O.D.; Bret L. Fisher, M.D.; and Benjamin Harris, O.D.

LASIK laser vision correction is not just a service at Primary Eyecare Associates. They have set exemplary standards for their patients to receive the most successful, affordable LASIK available today. The Montgomery eye care practice and owner Fredrick Jackson, O.D., have been managing LASIK patients for a dozen years. They use state-of-the art LASIK technology, including the first Z-LASIK flapmaker in Montgomery. Their LASIK surgeon, Bret L. Fisher, M.D., is internationally known and has performed more than 11,000 successful LASIK procedures. "We strive to offer the best LASIK in Alabama, and I think we've achieved that for many years," Jackson said. "We not only take pride on our LASIK results, we make sure our patients feel cared for and informed about their vision."

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Affordability also is a central concern. Primary Eyecare Associates offers LASIK starting at $795 per eye, with no hidden exam fees â&#x20AC;&#x201C; making it the least expensive LASIK in the region. Moreover, patients are offered financing through CareCredit, with interest rates low as 0% for two years and payments as low as $33 per month.

For the rest of the LASIK procedure, they offer CustomVue technology, which is the gold standard of the industry. The CustomVue system includes using custom 3-D mapping by the VISX Wavescan to guide the procedure and, in the final LASIK step, using the VISX Excimer Star Laser to reshape the cornea and correct vision.

The practice also offers free pre-LASIK screening to ensure patients' eyes are suitable for LASIK. If they are not, there is no fee, Jackson explained.

This all-laser LASIK corrects near and farsightedness, with or without astigmatism. Monovision LASIK is an option for presbyopia.

"In years past, LASIK became nationally known as an expensive procedure, for patients and doctors alike. But Primary Eyecare Associates now makes it affordable to most," said Benjamin Harris, O.D.

Their LASIK equipment is most highly maintained and is recalibrated for accuracy at the start of each LASIK surgery day and after every handful of procedures, Jackson noted. Many other LASIK clinics don't recalibrate often because it is expensive to do, since gas canisters used cost about $1,000 each to fill.

Jackson and Harris manage LASIK patients' pre-op and post-op care. Fisher is one of the most experienced LASIK surgeons in the country and has performed the refractive surgery for 15 years. Primary Eyecare Associates was the first in the region to offer blade-free Z-LASIK, which is the safest and most accurate system to create LASIK's corneal flap. This Femtosecond LDV Laser manufactured by Ziemer emits a high-frequency beam 100 times less intense than earlier flap-making lasers, according to Ziemer. Its other benefits include faster healing times and reducing rare complications from LASIK.

Primary Eyecare Associates also has donated LASIK to Montgomery area "Hometown Heroes" for three years. "We periodically give away LASIK to outstanding citizens. We ask the public to nominate members of the military, police officers, firefighters or teachers," Jackson explained. Primary Eyecare Associates has clinics with optical shops in Montgomery and Prattville. For an appointment or more information, call (334) 271-3900, or visit www.PrimaryiCare.com.

Since eyes are like fingerprints and no two are alike, the VISX Wavescan mapping system is used by Benjamin Harris, O.D., (right) to custom guide LASIK vision correction for patient William Reeves of Montgomery. A LASIK technician displays eye data that is used to create a Z-LASIK flap, with Ziemer's state-of-the-art Femtosecond LDV Laser.

Internationally known surgeon Bret L. Fisher, M.D., performs LASIK for Primary Eyecare Associates in Montgomery. The Pride of Montgomery

In This Issue

2 What's New in the City? 5 A Word from our Mayor 8 Sights To See 12 Health & Fitness 20 Life Lessons 24 Good Taste 32 Faith 34 Education Station 40 Kid’s Corner 42 Meow Woof & Chirp 46 Insurance 101 48 Shopping Spree 56 Worth A Look 58 Datebook 62 Map It Out

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16 REZFit

51 Court Square Fountain Filet & Vine

19 Medical Supply/PrattMed

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New Dog Park

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Advertisers Alabama Shakespeare Festival 12 American Forest Management 21 Artistic Expressions 37 Auburn University Montgomery 37 Black-Out Cancer Event 22 Carrabba's Italian 23 Child Evangelism Fellowship 21 Chris' Hot Dogs 31 Churchill Academy 35 City of Montgomery 311 10 Cronier's Fine Jewelry 55 Doug's 2 Salon 57 D'Livia Boutique 49 Eastside Grille 28 ElizabethGrace Fashions 49 Filet & Vine 29 Fine Line Engravers & Gifts 53 Fitzgerald Museum 17 Green Gate School 39 Holy Cross Episcopal School 34 Hue Studio 48 Jim ’n Nicks 31 Lee & Lan Florist 9 Looney’s SuperSkate 41 Louisa's Bakery 27 Lush Makeup Art 56 Mary Kay 57 McPhillips Shinbaum, LLP 11 Mela's Boutique 49 Midtown Pizza 24 Montgomery Antique Gallery Back Cover Montgomery Humane Society 42-43 Montgomery Medical Supply 19 Montgomery MultiSport 9 Nick Drollette Photography 7 Old Alabama Town 41 Pediatrics at Twilight 13 Primary EyeCare 14 Prissy Paws 43 RezFIT 16 River Region TV 20 Riverfront Park/Harriott II 10, 17 State Farm, Henry Hernandez 47 Steak ’n Shake 25 Studio South 48 Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital 45 The Look Boutique 48 The Shoppes of My Kids Attic 53 The Space Walker 38 Tomatino's 27 Tonya Speed’s Dance 38 Triton Performance Apparel 19 Two Blessings Gift Boutique 52 Waites Scapes 17 Walker 360 33

Sights To See

Court Square Fountain by Geoff Stough

he fountain at Court Square is a wonderful fixture in downtown

Advertiser, referred to it as “the hog wallow in the Square” which paints

Montgomery and a delight to residents

some idea as to the condition of the

and visitors alike. However, the

well. The Mayor and City Council gave

fountain as we know it today would

instructions to Alderman T. H. Carr to

probably be unrecognizable to a resident

purchase something which would solve

of Montgomery from the mid-19th

the problem. He traveled up north to

century. Not only is today’s fountain

New York and within a few days sent

larger than the original well, it is dug

a wire to the city council announcing

out, has a wrought-iron fence, and an

he had purchased a fountain. The wire

incredible fountain, topped with the

read, “I have bought the fountain. Its

goddess Hebe, goddess of youth.

weight is fifteen tons, and I think the

people will be satisfied.” The fountain

ontgomery is fortunate to be located on a large resource of

natural artisan wells and the one at Court Square is a fine example. During the early days of Montgomery, the fountain was actually a small well, used by both whites and blacks to draw water. There were several wells located around Montgomery for those who could not afford, or did not have a private well on their property. It wasn’t until the 1850’s that the well was dug out to its present size and a fence put in place. The well became know as “big basin.” There was another well nearby know as “little

was made by the J. L. Mott Iron Works of New York and was a welcomed addition by all of Montgomery. The fountain is crowned by Hebe, the goddess of youth and cup-bearer to the gods, and surrounded by her attendants, babies, and birds.

fter the fountain was placed in Big Basin, it was put to use in a

number of ways. Many times it have been decorated for various celebrations, including the return of soldiers from World War I. In 1917, Hebe was dressed in a Red Cross uniform as a show of

support for our troops. Over the years, soap has been poured into the fountain, the water has been turned pink for cancer awareness, and there are stories of Zelda Sayer, and others, dancing in the water.

oday, Hebe is still perched on top of the fountain, watching as

downtown becomes a vibrant area, once again. Perhaps it isn’t by chance that the goddess of youth was chosen to top

basin” which was eventually closed.

the fountain. As downtown continues

However, big basin would remain the

to thrive, the area is becoming a place

same for another 30 years.

where people, young and old alike, go

for entertainment. Let us hope the

y the mid-1880’s, complaints arose from the citizens of Montgomery,

as well as the local newspapers, about the condition of Big Basin. W. W. Screws, the editor of the Montgomery

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goddess of youth continues to grace downtown, and its growth, as a new chapter for Montgomery begins.

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Health & Fitness An Amazing Journey... ... of 6 Millimeters! by Dr. Frank Rho

I want to give you a tiny illustration of how amazing you are. Imagine you are the size of a single human cell hovering over the surface of your perfect tooth. It's shining and white, reflecting the light like the frosty frozen surface of a clear winter lake. As we touch the surface and feel its smooth hardness, we move past the surface into the enamel, seeing the light illuminate the crystalline structure like a glowing quartz cave. The hardest part of our body, it is 97% mineral and a little bit of water. As we descend deeper into the tooth, it suddenly makes a change. The surface turns darker and softer and we see that it looks a lot more like bone. The dentin of your perfect tooth has millions of channels; round tubes leading to the center, filled with a clean, clear fluid that pulses in and out like the tides of the ocean. We swim into one of the caves. The cave wall surface is 70% mineral and the rest looks like tightly wound fibers as it speeds by. Deeper into the tooth we go weaving through the twists and turns of the dentinal tubule until we reach a soft back wall. There are some amazing cells here. Little miracle factories that made the dentin you are in now. Looking past it, we see life: the vital pulsing of bloodflow nourishing and bringing life giving oxygen to the cells. Tiny strands of nerves flow like long brushed hair. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s amazing to me when I think about the complexity and care that the Creator had in making us. I described just 6 millimeters of your tooth and left a lot out. If that little bit of us is that extraordinary, just imagine how much of a miracle you must be in your entirety. Have a great month!

Dr. Frank K. Rho received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Loma Linda University in 1997. He has worked with numerous dentists and specialists and has lectured in communities on the subject of dental care throughout the United States. He is an active member of a number of organizations composed of dentists who keep abreast of the latest trends and techniques in dentistry. Dr. Rho practices general dentistry in Prattville, Alabama.

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saying good-bye... by Holli Driver-Coley

How do you say “good-bye”? How do you get “closure” when a loved one passes away? I don’t have the perfect answer. What I do know is that you establish a new “normal”, a new world without that person physically in it. At least, that’s what I’ve done since receiving “THE” call February 13, 2013 where the voice on the other end uttered, “there’s been an accident. Your father’s dead. I think you need to come down here.” The next moments, hours, days, weeks, seem to all roll together like a dream at first then robotic movements of life: work, friends, family, and responsibilities.

cycle through each stage many times in different order. The grieving process is a personal journey. No one gets to dictate what it should or should not look like. Each person gets to create their own ritual for letting go, for moving forward, for celebrating their loved one. There is no wrong or right. The necessary goal is that you keep moving through the process, keep walking out the journey of grief and do not get stuck in any one area.

My father, Gordon E. Driver, had a quiet confidence. He was raised in Pell City, Alabama where he graduated high school I poured through my father’s and continued to college. He journals hearing his voice moved many times in his whisper from Heaven. I life working as a butler, chef, replayed memories in my house manager for a variety of daydreams of summer trips to individuals and then retired Broadway, experiences in DC, to Florida after working 17 foreign foods, art museums, years for Senator Edward M. late night conversations, weekly Kennedy. He was so full of phone dates, the never-ending openness for people. He was cards he sent me. I reached out humble, supportive, engaging to friends, took a break from with no desire to be the center of everything and then when I attention. Living life on his own was ready eased back into life. terms, he valued world travel, As reality hit that it’s true the cooking, nature and reading. He person I adored was gone, I created the life he wanted. He worked to establish what life touched many people leaving Holli and her father at her wedding will now look like. I have no behind an amazing legacy of intentions of saying good-bye. I don’t know what closure looks love, compassion and respect with everyone he encountered. With the end to every visit between us, he would sing: like, but I know he is with me. I see glimpses of him everywhere. I just KEEP trusting the process. “Happy trails to you, until we meet again. Some trails are happy ones, Others are blue. There are many stages of grief: shock and denial, anger, It's the way you ride the trail that counts, bargaining, depression, acceptance and hope. Individuals may Here's a happy one for you.” ~Dale Evans

Happy Trails, Happy Father’s Day, to my Sanity, my Best Friend, my Everything, until we meet again… Gordon Edward Driver January 23, 1954 – February 13, 2013

Mrs. Holli Driver-Coley is owner & counselor at Life Happens Counseling & Wellness. She has worked in social services for 15 years and holds a Masters in Criminal Justice from Jacksonville State University and a Masters in Psychology & Counseling from Troy University. Mrs. Driver-Coley is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, a Certified Brain Injury Specialist, a National Certified Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor. www.lifehappenscounseling.com The Pride of Montgomery

Health & Fitness

The FIGHT Against Obesity by Corey & Donna Ellis

Lets keep it real, no one really wants to, or chooses to be overweight. It has to do with circumstances, obstacles, and situations that causes him or her to find comfort in overeating.

If you didn’t know, the state of Alabama is considered one of the most overweight states in the country. As professional fitness trainers, knowing this information gives us the drive to extend a helping hand. The individual, first and foremost, has to take the initiative to admit that he or she has an obesity problem. I often hear overweight people exclaim that big is beautiful, or he or she loves being big. I have also heard individuals comparing double digit pants sizes with one another, and almost seeming to be proud of the inflated number on the size pants they wore.

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To all of the obese, and overweight MEN and WOMEN in the river region, we want you to know that RezFIT is here to help you! You don’t have to continue to be unhappy with your physical self, and you don’t have to continue being unhappy and unhealthy internally either. Starting this month of June, we at RezFIT have decided to devote a fitness program ONLY for those individuals that are overweight, and are 200 pounds or over. There’s no need to continue to live a unhappy life because of your weight anymore, especially if you are in the river region area.

That includes Prattville, Millbrook, Wetumpka, Montgomery, and all other surrounding areas. Join the RezFIT 200+ BOOTCAMP where you can be in an atmosphere where you can feel comfortable with others alike. For start date, times, days of week, and cost, please see our ad. If you would like to take advantage of personal training, please contact us on Facebook at keyword: Rez FIT or email us at rezfit@hotmail.com. There’s NO EXCUSE! Lets tackle the obesity problem head on!

Corey & Donna Ellis Owners of Resolution Fitness Camps 504.915.7879 resolutioncamp07@hotmail.com

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Health & Fitness Boy's & Girls Club Annual Membership: $5 Impact: Priceless

by Salina O’Brian

ir Isaac Newton once said, “If I’ve seen further, it is by standing on the shoulder of giants.” Here at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the River Region (BGCRR) that’s what we do: help the boys and girls of the River Region see further. The giants who help us accomplish this are our board members, local businesses and caring individuals who sponsor our charity events, and countless volunteer who give their time to help us offer a positive place for kids in those crucial after-school hours for an annual membership of $5. The Boys & Girls Clubs serve over 1,300 youth in Montgomery and Elmore Counties at three different sites each year, providing diverse activities that meet the interests of all youth. Our core programs engage young people in activities with adults, peers, and family members that enable them to develop self-esteem and to reach their full potential. The clubs are 18

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Boy's & Girls Clubs of the river region considered a second home and provide a professional staff that offers guidance and leadership as positive role models. Our Clubs are at the heart of our communities. We create programs that address the unique needs of each community. Why is the current teen pregnancy rate in Montgomery County at 40.3% per 1,000 teen girls? This is a direct result of a lack of investment in appropriate sexual health education. Our “Making Proud Choices” program was implemented in 2011 to offer medically-accurate, age appropriate, evidence-based sexual health education to our members ages 13-19 at our West End Unit, Chisholm Unit, and Wetumpka Unit, all located in high-risk areas vulnerable to teen pregnancies and STIs. The Boys and Girls Clubs of America have implemented a new strategic direction plan, Formula for Impact, a 10-year strategic direction for the

Boys & Girls Clubs movement, which captures the components that make the outcome-driven Club Experience powerful and life-changing and enable youth to achieve academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. This is done through offering program activities in five key areas: The Arts, Health & Life Skills, Sports, fitness, & Recreation, Character & Leadership Development, and Education & Career Development.

hank you to our donors, board members, sponsors, the Mayors of Montgomery and Wetumpka, and our volunteers. Please join us all for our Annual Golf and Tennis Classic benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the River Region held on Friday, June 7, 2013 at Wynlakes Golf and Country Club. For more information, contact Michelle Davis at 334-832-4288.

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Life Lessons

JT & Leanne: Married with Microphones!

Dads & Stepdads An Important Role! According to US Politics Today, as of March 2012 - Census data demonstrates that almost one-half of the people in the U.S. come from "split families." JT and I are a “blended” family, I like that term better. I also grew up in a blended family. My parents divorced when I was 16. It was very hard, but as a result I have an amazing stepdad. He has always been there for me and my sister and is great to my mom. He also takes a very active role in being the girls’ Papa! It takes a special man to come into a ready-made family. After my divorce, I thought I was never going to get married again. Odds are high that second marriages will end in divorce, almost more so than first marriages. JT and I got married in 2006 and he has been an amazing stepdad from day one. Sometimes the role of a step-parent is very confusing, especially because in today’s world, dads are taking a more active role in parenting. I feel very lucky and very blessed that JT has been there for the

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8-hour dance recitals, the 2½ hour band concerts and been a great support to me when it comes to discipline. I am sure it gets pretty scary for him from time to time with 3 teenage daughters – he is the only man in the house, but in my book – he always gets an A for being a great stepdad! So to all the stepdads out there – hats off to you and Happy Father’s Day June 16th! It's JT here - being a dad and a stepdad is a challenge. There are always issues, especially with teenagers. Modern technology like the internet, cell phones, texting, chatting, and Facebook have made it even more difficult to make sure your kids are doing the right thing and not headed down the wrong path. Communication is the key for me. I make it a point to take time out of my busy schedule to talk to the girls, see how their day went, and arrange times where we can do things together or one-on-one. Whether it's playing softball in the back yard, taking them to SweetFrog for some frozen yogurt with 40 toppings, or just

sitting down to dinner as a family, it goes a long way. How Leanne keeps up with the laundry that this household produces, I will never know. I'm trying to help as best I can and run a radio station, produce a TV show, sell real estate and be a dad at the same time. Wow! That's a lot - our family life stays crazy and seems to be on fast forward lately. Our oldest, Kim, will be graduating from High School Next Year - Go Prattville Lions! I have to get back to working and parenting (and maybe even some sleep in between!) Have a great month - Happy Fathers Day to all my fellow dads out there & talk to you in August!

Contact JT & Leanne Mix 103 Radio Personalities River Region TV Show (CW & WSFA12) Direct Cell: (334) 380-1950 Email: RiverRegionTV@Gmail.com Websites: www.Mix103.com and www.RiverRegion.TV

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Life Lessons

Unity in Diversity not Uniformity Dr. Kalai Mugilan, MA, MPH, PHD

e confuse the meaning of unity and diversity as though these words are opposites of each other. As though, diversity is the enemy of unity, and with diversity, unity cannot be achieved. However, the opposite of unity is disunity; not diversity. Unity is to be in accordance or in agreement. The word diversity refers to variety. No matter how improbable it feels, unity can be fully realized in diversity, just look around the world. Unity and diversity exists well, and better and stronger than unity in uniformity.

he universe is filled with diversity with very little uniformity; in fact, diversity is the fabric of life. You could even say diversity is what makes the continuation of life possible in the face of all adversities in the universe. Even within the same immediate family, people observe diversity and wonder, â&#x20AC;&#x153;how did that happen?â&#x20AC;? And no matter how hard we try to form uniformity, diversity will naturally evolve out of it.

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hile the concept of uniformity has its functions and appears solid and strong, uniformity fails miserably in the face of severe adversity. However, regardless of the adversity, when unity is present right along with diversity, not necessarily uniformity, life on earth can have a pretty good chance of surviving the adversities.

n fact, even in everyday life issues, in the face of any problem, we need a diversity of ideas and thoughts not uniformity of ideas and thoughts.

Dr. Kalai Mugilan received his Doctorate of Health Promotion/Medical Sociology. He is an Assistant Professor at South University and the co-founder of Varietas LLC Diversity Training, Certification, Staff Augmentation, which is located in Montgomery. He had workshops in New Orleans after Katrina and currently works with local veterans. To contact him, please call 205-243-7747.

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Good Taste American/Deli

American Deli 971 Ann St 334-262-6122 Chappy’s Deli 1611 Perry Hill Rd 334-279-7477 2055 E South Blvd 334-286-9200 8139 Vaughn Rd 334-279-1226 Chick Fil A EastChase 6921 Eastchase Loop Montgomery, AL 36117 334-271-1095 Chick-Fil-A at RSA Tower 201 Monroe St. Montgomery, AL 36104 334-293-4773

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Chris’ Hotdogs 138 Dexter Ave 334-265-6850 Courthouse Café 100 S Lawrence St 334-832-1684 El Paso Chili Company 539 N Eastern Blvd 334-244-0118 Five Guys Burgers & Fries 7220 EastChase Pkwy 334-239-7220 Flames Grill 142 Montgomery St 334-264-0100 Flips Uptown Grill 3900 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-8833 7900 Vaughn Rd 334-270-5559

Guthrie’s 5376 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-8300 7216 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-3331 Hamburger King 547 S Decatur St 334-262-1798 Honey Baked Ham 2816 E South Blvd 334-284-9100 Jason’s Deli 1520 Eastern Blvd 334-409-9890 Lunde’s 201 Montgomery St 334-265-3663 Mama’s Sack Lunch To Go 21 S Perry St 334-265-5554

MiMi’s Café 6814 EastChase Pkwy 334-271-0124 Momma Goldberg’s Deli 7960 Vaughn Rd 334-517-1071 Montgomery’s Café at Embassy Suites 300 Tallapoosa St 334-269-5055 Panera Bread 2998 Carter Hill Rd 334-262-0064 7224 EastChase Pkwy 334-274-9170 Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 7005 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-1078 Ruddle’s Pub Grill 3133 Bell Rd 334-277-8710

Schlotzsky’s Deli 5055 Carmichael Rd 334-409-9993

Tenda Chick 5951 Atlanta Hwy 334-260-8547

Scott St. Deli 412 Scott St 334-264-9415

Wings Xpress 5780 Woodmere Blvd 334-244-7898

Shoney’s 850 Eastern Blvd 334-396-8533

Wishbone Café 61 Bridge St 334-356-4175

Steak ’n Shake Prattville 2313 Cobbs Ford Rd. 334-290-0036

Steak Out 3271 Malcolm Dr 334-270-0747 2930 Carter Hill Rd 334-269-1800 Stop & Sip Coffee 981 Adams Ave 334-230-9989 Sundown East 3416 Atlanta Hwy 334-271-0501

Wishbone Café 7028 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-7270 Zaxby’s 3130 Taylor Rd 334-481-0406 6453 Atlanta Hwy 334-277-8066 2923 Eastern Blvd 334-420-3500 2675 Zelda Rd 334-293-9933

Asian/Indian

Ala Thai Classic 963 Ann St 334-240-2549

Green Papaya 409 Coliseum Blvd 334-395-7654

Ala Thai East 6663 Atlanta Hwy 334-271-3141

Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet 6561 Atlanta Hwy 334-260-7799 181D Eastern Blvd 334-260-6111

Asia Bistro & Seafood 7839 Vaughn Rd 334-213-3628

India Palace 3007H McGehee Rd 334-281-1200

Bombay Masala 109 Eastern Blvd 334-272-8510

Kabuki Steakhouse 7834 Vaughn Rd 334-273-8885

Buffet City 5461 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-1678

King Buffet 2727 Bell Rd 334-273-8883

Choices Restaurant 80 Commerce St 334-262-0888

Korean Garden 2891 Vaughn Plaza Rd 334-277-5685

East China 8153 Vaughn Rd 334-279-1779

Lek’s Railroad Thai at Union Station 300 Water St 334-269-0708 The Pride of Montgomery

Good Taste

Chef & Owner Missy Mercer

Browne and Missy Mercer, the owners of Louisa’s Bakery, are anything but new to the food industry! The Mercers have over 18 years’ restaurant experience. Missy studied at the California Culinary Academy where she earned her culinary degree, and they are constantly working harder to produce the best food possible with the freshest ingredients. Browne and Missy purchased Café Louisa and Tomatinos, located on Fairview Avenue in Old Cloverdale, nine years ago and then expanded and opened Louisa's Bakery in January 2007.

The idea to open Louisa’s Bakery began when the Mercers realized that the demand for their baked goods was so high, more space was required to keep up with production. After three years of baking out of their kitchens at Café Louisa and Tomatinos, the couple expanded to the Woodley Road location to add 1,000 square feet of extra kitchen space. They created the bakery to be “carry-out” retail, since Café Louisa is right around the corner. Missy loves the challenge of working "under pressure" and serving the public. Hearing comments from her customers brings her so much joy. She is proud of all the people that work so hard to make fresh food from scratch, with local ingredients, and have fun doing it! Her favorite part of being a business owner is the ability to make decisions and manage the processes in order to make things run smoothly on a daily basis. Missy likes the fact that she can "tweak" things to streamline production and ultimately, to take care of customers more efficiently. When asked about her passion involving Louisa’s Bakery, Missy is quick to respond, “producing the highest quality baked goods made with the best ingredients possible from local syrups, nuts, seasonal fruit, Swiss chocolate and unrefined sugars and flours.”

3 cups Flour 1/3 cup Sugar ¼ cup Non fat Dry Milk ¾ tsp Salt 1 TBL Baking Powder

2 Eggs 2 tsp Vanilla Extract ½ cup Milk 4 oz Butter-diced & cold 1 cup Seasonal Fruit

Procedure: Combine all dry ingredients. Whisk eggs & milk together. Add vanilla. Cut butter into dry ingredients then add liquid. Add Fruit. Form into wedges and chill for at least 30 minutes. Egg wash, sprinkle with turbinado sugar & bake for approx. 30 minutes at 350 degrees.

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Louisa's Bakery not only offers the finest quality baked goods and artisan breads, but also offers Specialty Cakes, Box Lunches, Breakfast & Lunch Platters featuring all of their sandwiches from the Café. They can also provide full service off-site catering with options that include a light hor d'oeuvre buffet or a seated dinner. Delivery is also available! Come visit Browne, Missy, and her staff at 1039 Woodley Road. They are open Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. If you would like a preview of all the delicious and beautiful baked goods Louisa’s Bakery offers, visit their website at www. louisabakery.com.

Lek’s Taste of Thailand 5421 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-8994

Shogun Japanese 5215 Carmichael Rd 334-271-6999

Midori 5824 Woodmere Blvd 334-593-1754

St. Café 2777 Eastern Blvd 334-396-2232

Ming’s Garden 1741 Eastern Blvd 334-277-8188

The Super Buffet 5831 Atlanta Hwy 334-215-0055

Miyako Japanese 8173 Vaughn Rd 334-215-2275

Sushi Café 3004 Zelda Rd 334-819-7060

Saigon Deli 2323 Eastern Blvd 334-279-5921

Sushi Yama 2070 Eastern Blvd 334-612-7800

Satsuki 6534 Atlanta Hwy 334-239-7450

Thai Gratiem 8868 Minnie Brown Rd 334-215-9960

Shilla 3526 Eastdale Cir 334-354-3026

Top China 9160 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-1668

Bakery

Cupcakes by Tish 1940 Mulberry St. 334-625-0999

Louisa's Bakery 1039 Woodley Road 334-356-1212 Barbeque

Country’s Barbecue 2610 Zelda Rd 334-262-6211 5761 Atlanta Hwy 334-270-0126 Dreamland BBQ 101 Tallapoosa St 334-273-7427

Jim ’N Nicks Bar-B-Q 6415 Atlanta Hwy 334-213-0046

K&J Rib Shack 4255 S Court St 334-356-1368 Sam’s Bar-B-Que 3510 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-0008 Sophia’s BBQ 1055 Adams Ave 334-269-1177 Varsity BBQ 5471 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-5444 Café

Café Louisa 1034 E Fairview Ave 334-264-4241 Café M One Museum Dr 334-240-4333

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Cool Beans at Café d'Art 115 Montgomery St 334-269-3302 The Deli at Alley Station 130A Commerce St 334-263-2922 Shashy’s Fine Foods 1700 Mulberry St 334-263-7341

California Yogurt Kraze 3010 Zelda Rd 334-356-3716 7730 Vaughn Rd 334-215-9135 Chili’s 7355 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-1973

Casual Dining

City Limits Bar & Grill 3585 McGehee Rd 334-239-9130

All City Coney Island 701 Madison Ave 334-819-4100

Dreamz 511 E Edgemont Ave 334-239-7303

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 3001 Carter Hill Rd 334-264-9064 3195 Taylor Rd 334-274-0009 6601 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-1902

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Eastside Grille 6667 Atlanta Hwy 334-274-1200

The Exchange at Renaissance Hotel 201 Tallapoosa St 334-481-5165

Filet & Vine 431 Cloverdale Rd 334-262-8463

Island Delights 323 Air Base Blvd 334-264-0041 Nancy’s Italian Ice 7976 Vaughn Rd 334-356-1403 True 503 Cloverdale Rd 334-356-3814 Ruby Tuesday 1310 Eastern Blvd 334-396-0224 6970 EastChase Loop 334-215-2285 Sinclair’s 1051 E Fairview Ave 334-834-7462 7847 Vaughn Rd 334-271-7654

Smoothie King 7026 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-5621 Smoothies & Things 109 S Court St 334-241-0770 Sommer’s Grill 9188 EastChase Pkwy 334-274-0275 Sommer’s Place 7972 Vaughn Rd 334-279-5401 32 Degrees Yogurt Bar 7030 EastChase Pkwy 334-272-4773 The Tipping Point 5015 Hampstead High 334-260-9110

Fine Dining

The Chophouse at Vintage Year 405 Cloverdale Rd 334-264-8463

Olive Room 121 Montgomery St 334-262-2763 Greek

City Grill & Next Door 8147 Vaughn Rd 334-244-0960

Mr. G’s 6268 Atlanta Hwy 334-356-4662

Garrett’s 7780 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-9950

Zoe’s Kitchen 7218 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-9115

Ham & High 5251 Hampstead High 334-239-9982

Zoe’s Kitchen 2960C Zelda Rd 334-395-4698

The House Restaurant at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel 201 Tallapoosa St 334-481-5166 La Jolla Restaurant & Bar 6854 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-2600 Michael’s Table 2960 Zelda Rd 334-272-2500

Italian

Carrabba’s Italian 1510 Eastern Blvd 334-271-7500 Cheezie’s Pizza 8125K Decker Ln 334-244-9496 2762 Bell Rd Bldg B

Cheezie’s Pizza 334-365-5423 1113H Perry Hill Rd 334-239-9263 CiCi’s Pizza 981 Ann St 334-386-3086 Corsino’s Italian 911 S Court St 334-263-9752 Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs 1712 Carter Hill Rd 334-262-8988

Olive Garden 2700 Eastern Blvd 334-260-9220 Pizza Perfect 428 Coliseum Blvd 334-244-7721 Sa Za’s Serious Italian 130 Commerce St 334-495-7292

Stevi B’s Pizza 5411 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-3112

Marco’s Pizza 3171 Taylor Rd 334-356-6000

Tomatinos 1036 E Fairview Ave 334-264-4241

Mellow Mushroom 7915 Vaughn Rd 334-213-6443

Mexican

Midtown Pizza Kitchen 2940 Zelda Rd 334-399-0080

Cuco’s 11123 Chantilly Pkwy Suite A 334-271-3528 Cuco’s Express 31 S Court St 334-832-0081

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Good Taste El Rey Burrito Lounge 1031 E Fairview Ave 334-832-9688 Ixtapa Bar & Grill 7157 EastChase Pkwy 334-277-7600 Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant 6132 Atlanta Hwy 334-272-5232 Jalepenos Restaurant 8157 Vaughn Rd 334-277-2840 La Zona Rosa 2838 Zelda Rd 334-274-1153 Las Salsas Mexican 7921 Vaughn Rd 334-260-9096 Los Cabos Cantina 1801 Eastern Blvd 334-277-7571 Los Ranchos 127 Eastern Blvd 334-270-1509 Los Vaqueros 2195 Eastern Blvd 334-277-8339 Moe’s Southwest Grill 2900 Zelda Rd 334-273-9198 Moe's 7028 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-3333 No Way Jose 5338 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-2222 8844 Minnie Brown Rd 334-819-7363

Tipico De Mexico 3441 Malcolm Dr 334-356-0459 Seafood

Bonefish Grill 7020 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-1770 Capitol Oyster Bar at The Marina 617 Shady St 334-288-4217 Jubilee Seafood 1057 Woodley Rd 334-262-6224 Red Lobster 300 Eastdale Cir 334-277-0780 Ric & Mos 3150 Watchman Dr 334-517-1140 Wintzell’s Oyster House 105 Commerce St 334-262-4257 Young Barn Pub 5331 Young Barn Rd 334-819-7423 Southern Style

A Social Event/Bandanas 301 Jefferson St 334-265-911 Blue Moon Café 7725 Averritt Dr 334-356-0543 Cornerstone 5336 Atlanta Hwy 334-386-0449

Salsaritas 8015 Vaughn Rd 334-356-5430

Cracker Barrel 9191 Boyd Cooper Pkwy 334-244-1085

San Marcos Mexican 61 N Burbank Dr 334-279-6680

Davis Café 518 N Decatur St 334-264-6015

Santa Fe Express 15 Commerce St 334-262-7676

Eastbrook Café 520 Coliseum Blvd 334-272-2438

Taqueria El Cantaro 1130 Ann St 334-356-7361

Farmers Market Café 315 N McDonough St 334-262-1970

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Farmhouse Kitchen 5251 Hampstead High St 334284-8989 Fried Tomato Buffet 6050 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-6162 Gail’s Down the St. Café 2739 Zelda Rd 334-279-1009 Golden Corral 1480 Eastern Blvd 334-532-0020 Isaiah’s Restaurant 135 Mildred St 334-265-9000 Martin’s Restaurant 1796 Carter Hill Rd 334-265-1767 Odessa’s Blessings 726 Forest Ave 334-265-7726 Peyton’s Place 5344 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-3630 Piccadilly Cafeteria 2610 Eastern Blvd 334-271-6189 Red’s Little School House 20 Gardner Rd 334-584-7955 Wagon Wheel Café 1961 Maxwell Blvd 334-265-9979

Pub & Restaurant

Baumhower’s Restaurant 2465 Eastern Blvd 334-271-1831 Irish Bred Pub & Restaurant 78 Dexter Ave. 334-834-7559 Key Largo Bar & Grill 1343 Dalraida Rd 334-272-1402 Rock Bottom American Pub 2430 Eastern Blvd 334-239-7625 Wingers Sports Grill 2773 Bell Rd 334-277-3379 Steakhouse

Charles Anthony’s Restaurant at the Pub 10044 Chantilly Pkwy 334-281-3911 Longhorn Steakhouse 4095 Eastern Blvd 334-613-7555 Outback Steakhouse 1040 Eastern Blvd 334-270-9495 Texas Roadhouse 7525 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-7774

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Faith

When God Asks The Question

"What Is Your Name?" by Allen Bowen

Genesis 32:27-28

New International Version (NIV)

27 The man asked him, “What is your name?” “Jacob,” he answered. 28 Then the man said, “Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel, because you have struggled with God and with humans and have overcome.” Don’t be too surprised if one day God asks you the same question that He asked Jacob in this verse. What is your name? The more days that He allows me to live, the more I am convinced that whenever he asks a question, He is teaching. He is omniscient, He doesn't need to know anything. The old school teachers would tell us that they often asked us questions to see if we were learning anything. In other words, they would give us tests and quizzes to see if we had wised up any. What is your name? When He asks this question, don’t be caught off guard. Know that He is not concerned about the church you attend, who your pastor is, where you work or who you are married to. He wants to know if you know your name. Who are you? Aside from your friends, your image, your clothes, your car, your neighborhood, and everything that you possess, Who are YOU? When God asked Jacob who he was, his answer was pitiful. He said, “I am Jacob.” The reality of what he was saying is that he was simply who people say that he is, or who they said he was. Just Jacob! All his life people had called him a cheat, a liar, a thief, a con man: a trickster. My job in this writing is to tell you that you are not what others say you are. They did not create you and have no authority of who you are. Many people will try to label you to limit you. You are more than an opinion. Do not let others determine your success! Do not let others limit your potential! What is Your Name? You may be one of many who have been chained to your childhood, chained to your past, but understand you are more than your past, you are more than a bank account, and in fact you are more than your circumstances. Ask yourself this question on a daily basis: What is your name? Note: Many have been called to do many things, but all have been created for praise!!!

ALlen Bowen is the owner of The Space Walker, as well as a Pastor and Youth Minister.

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Weddings require a lot of planning and organization.

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Education Station Public Schools Montgomery Public Schools 334-223-6700

Lighthouse Christian Academy 334-271-4200

Seventh Day Adventist 334-272-6437

Fortis College 334-272-3857

Private Schools Alabama Christian Academy 334-277-1985

Macon-East Montgomery Academy 334-277-6566

Success Unlimited Academy 334-819-8005

Huntingdon College 334-833-4497

Calvary Christian 334-281-9633

Montessori Academy 334-262-8685

Trinity Presbyterian School 334-213-2100

Jones School of Law 334-386-7495

Special Needs Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind 334-262-0824

Prince Institute of Professional Studies 334-271-1670

Churchill Academy 334-270-4225 Eastwood Christian School 334-273-1164 Evangel Christian Academy 334-272-3882 Frazer Memorial 334-279-0271

The Montgomery Academy 334-272-8210 Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School 334-272-7220 SafetyNet Academy 334-277-1334 Saint James School 334-277-8033

Green Gate 334-281-3300

St. Bede 334-277-8551

Holy Cross Episcopal School 334-395-8222

St. Jude Educational Institute 334-264-5376

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Sylvan Learning Center 334-262-0043 Universities Alabama State University 334-229-4100 Amridge University 334-387-3878 Auburn Montgomery 334-244-3000 Faulkner University 334-272-5820

South University 334-395-8800 Trenholm State Technical College 334-420-4200 Troy University 334-241-9537 Virginia College 334-277-3390

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Education Station

Success Unlimited Success Unlimited Academy is a Christ-centered educational academy founded on Christian principles and dedicated to the development of young leaders. Specifically geared in the beginning to the Special Needs child, soon developed into an inclusive school for all children. Today, SUA helps over 250 students annually, with an average graduating class of 50 each year.

2328 Fairlane Dr Montgomery, AL 36116 (334) 213-0803

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Grades: K4-12 Enrollment: 250 Average Class Size: K4-5: 10 6th-8th: 15 9th-12th: 18 After Care: 12:30pm-3:00pm Uniforms: School polos & khakis

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Abeka, Bob Jones, Steck-Vaughn, Houghton-Miffilin, Silver Burdette Ginn K-8 Subjects include Math, Reading, Language Arts, Science, Health, Social Studies, and Bible 9-12 High School courses follow state requirements for graduation Gifted and Special Education programs for eligible students No exit exams Resource Center ACT required for graduates

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Night School is a great opportunity for the older adult working population wishing to receive their high school diploma. The program is open to students 15 years of age and older. Classes are attended twice a week from 3:30-6:30pm. Direct instruction is provided from our Christian teachers. This exciting, affordable program is also available for students who need to complete a course to get back on track. They can dual enroll with us and complete the class in the evening while still attending their regular high school during the day. Night School provides you with the option to get the accredited high school diploma youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been wanting and the ability to graduate on time with your peers!

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Success Unlimited began in 1997 as a tutorial center. It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t until the year 2000 that Success Unlimited became an academy. We have never lost sight of our original vision to help educate children around Montgomery and the River Region. As a tutorial center, we provide teachers with experience in individualized instruction to help your child find success in school.

Mission Statement

Success Unlimited Academy provides a safe and loving environment where students feel accepted and are challenged by educational excellence, instilled with loyalty to our country, and developed through spiritual growth. We believe all students can be a success through Christ who strengthens them. 36

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Kid's Corner

Something's FISHY! by Kasey Hope

It's summertime and what better art to do than some fun fish! Here are two fun techniques to do at home! 1) Take some Crayola Color Explosion paper (the blank pieces, not the one with characters on it) and cut into some fun fish shapes. Then let your little ones use the special markers to decorate the fish. The markers work like magic. They don't show up at first, but give it a few seconds and some very cool colors will begin to appear! Or for more advanced little artist try this.... 2) The wet-on -wet technique is when you wet watercolor paper with plain water and then drop in watercolors with your brush. You are adding wet paint on top of wet paper and suddenly the colors bleed together creating a tie-dye kind of look. Here are some samples of what my students created with the wet on wet effect. We had a blast with these techniques and I am sure you will too!

Kasey Hope is an Auburn University graduate and the owner of P'zazz Art Studio in Prattville, where she has been teaching art lessons to adults and children for 5 years. 40

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Get out of the house & bring your kids to Old Alabama Town for the perfect summer outing! Spend the morning exploring our historic village & seeing firsthand how early Alabamians lived. Top off your tour with playtime in Kiwanis Park, then when your youngsters are hungry & spent, Montgomery’s downtown eateries are just a street away!

Adults $10 • Kids 6-18 $5 • Kids 5 & under FREE 301 Columbus St. Mgm, AL 36104

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Now is a Perfect Time to Adopt a Dog

from your Montgomery Humane Society!

Thanks to Mayor Todd Strange who helped make this happen. Bricks and Pavers can still be purchased ($50 bricks, $75 pavers) you can order at www.montgomeryhumane.com (go to the tab buy a brick). The Bark Park is approximately seven acres wide with one side for larger dogs and the other fenced in side for smaller dogs. Benches, gazebos and bridges are located on each side of the park. Officical Bark Park T-shirts are also for sale at the Montgomery Humane Society, $20 for adult sizes, $15 for children sizes.

Park hours are dawn to dusk. Since all owners are expected to clean up after their pet, dispensers and poop bag stations are located in each dog section. Dog wash station on each side to clean off your dog before you put him back in your car.

Bark Park was named after Hannah Daye Ridling, daughter of Jim and Cathy Ridling, who lost their daughter in an accident.

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Meow, Woof & Chirp

When Will I Know It Is Time To Let Go? by Dr. Phil Mitchell, DVM

It is difficult telling an owner who has loved and cherished their pet that the end is drawing near. The anguish required to make the final decision to euthanize is heartbreaking and difficult. Most pet owners seek the answer to the question “When will I know its time to let go?”

THE ANSWER IS NEVER EASY Over the past twenty-five years of practicing veterinarian medicine, God has blessed me with wisdom to help my clients with this decision. I also must give credit to many of my veterinarian peers who have shared their advice with me over the years. Hopefully, the following information will give you guidance if you are faced with euthanizing your pet.

EVERY PET’S ILLNESS AND SITUATION IS DIFFERENT There really isn’t a “one size fits all” rule when euthanasia is being considered. Getting input from your veterinarian on the specifics of your pet’s medical condition is critical. I have also found that taking a friend with you on your veterinarian visits may also be a good idea. It is often better to have someone there who isn’t as emotionally involved with your pet to help you see what your pet is facing from a different perspective.

A LONG-TESTED FACT IS PETS LIVE IN THE MOMENT Pets have an innate ability to embrace the present. Every time I come home my mixed breed white fluff does the jumping for joy parade around my feet. Even though I have entered this door thousands of times before, and will leave again in a few hours, it means nothing to my dog. All that matters to him is the joy he feels right now. When our pets are suffering they do not reflect on the past or ponder what tomorrow will bring. All they know is what they feel today. By considering this perspective, hopefully a pet owner can see the world more clearly through their pet’s eyes. And remember, their eyes are what matter when life is getting difficult for them.

BE HONEST WITH THE ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS I have often found that having pet owners think about the following questions helps them come closer to making a decision. I would even recommend writing down your answers to reflect on when guilty feelings surface. 1) Why do I think it might be time to euthanize my pet? 2) What are my concerns or fears about the euthanasia process? 3) Are there any other interests I am taking into consideration besides what is best for my pet? 4) Am I making this decision because it is best for my pet, or because I am not ready to let go?

USE THE QUALITY OF LIFE GAUGE TO HELP DETERMINE HOW YOUR PET FEELS • Is life a joy or a drag for my pet? Think about the top five things your pet loves to do. Write these down. When he/she can no longer do three or more of them, their quality of life is being impacted. • How many good days versus bad days does your pet have? Tracing the answer to this question can actually help you see that your pet isn’t feeling well. When your loved one is having more bad days than good, a decision needs to be made. • HHHHHMM Dr. Alice Villalobos, a veterinarian oncologist, devised a scale known as HHHHHMM. The five H’s represent Hurt, Hunger, Hydration, Happiness, Hygiene (a pet’s ability to keep themselves clean from bodily waste, not their owner keeping them clean). The two M’s represent Mobility and More (more bad days than good days). Dr. Villalobos recommends grading each letter on a scale with 1 being a poor quality of life and 10 being the best quality of life. If the majority of categories are ranked as 5 or above, continue with supportive care for your pet. When these numbers begin to fall, this is a great indicator it’s time. No matter what the circumstance it is never easy making the final decision to euthanize your special friend. As I have stated earlier, all circumstances and situations are different. As a pet owner, accepting the decision to euthanize your pet is difficult. I hope I have given you some tools to help ease the guilt if you are faced with this decision.

Dr. Philip Mitchell has been practicing veterinary medicine for over 20 years at Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital. 44

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Insurance 101

5 Critical Times to Review Your Insurance by Henry Hernandez, State Farm™ Insurance Agent

Insurance protects you, your family and your home from the unexpected, but it can only do its job if the coverage is up-to-date. Use the occasion of a major life event to make sure your insurance is still suited to your needs. Review your insurance annually or during key life changes such as these:

1. Your family configuration changes. If you’re marrying, expecting a baby, or adopting a child you’ll want to protect your growing family with adequate life insurance and disability income insurance. Losing a family member through death or divorce should also prompt a policy review. Remember to change the beneficiary designations on your existing policies as needed. 2. Your children grow up. When you have a new teen driver, adequate auto insurance is a must. Your State Farm® agent can tell you about discounts that may be available. If your student is leaving for college or has recently graduated, it’s a good time to consider personal property, liability and renters insurance for the new living arrangements. 3. You’re planning a move. Whenever your address changes, reassess your homeowners insurance to make sure the new property is adequately protected. An impending move is also a good opportunity to update your home inventory - whether you’re adding items such as new furniture or scaling back for a move to a smaller home. Even if your address doesn’t change, review your coverage when you add rooms to or significantly renovate your current home.

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4. You’re starting a business. Whether you’re going to rent office space or open a home-based business, include a thorough insurance review in your startup plans. Depending on the size of your operation, you may have to consider property and liability, commercial vehicle and workers’ compensation coverage, as well as a health care plan for employees. If you’re a sole proprietor working from home, be sure to review your homeowners plan to see that your business and equipment are fully covered. 5. You need health insurance options. In today’s rapidly changing health care environment, protecting your family’s health can be a challenge. If your current plan is up for renewal or if you’ve been downsized and need brand-new coverage, take the time to compare plan features against your family’s current or anticipated needs. Whether you have an impending life event or it’s just been awhile since you reviewed your coverage, contact your State Farm agent for assistance. The Insurance Information Institute also offers information on general insurance topics. Got QUESTIONS? Henry Hernandez has ANSWERS! Find Henry's State Farm Agency on Facebook to ask any questions YOU may have about insurance. Henry Hernandez State Farm Agency

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Shopping Spree Blue Haven Pools & Spas pride themselves on building beautiful pools, as well as building relationships with their customers. They offer resort-quality pools at low rates with a lifetime warranty. These pools are fuss-free that you will appreciate for a lifetime. Made with stones and natural products, every Blue Haven pool uses salt sanitation as a standard to prevent typical hazards caused by Chlorine.

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hen looking for a unique gift shop with exceptional customer service, engraving in house and a gift with a “WOW” factor, visit Fine Line Engravers & Gifts.

Your experience begins the minute you walk through the door and are greeted by one of the many happy faces who works there. They do not only greet you, but ask what you are specifically looking for, what is the personality of the person you are buying the gift for and your budget. The combination of the answers always provides a gift that is unique to the person you are giving it to and you feeling great about the gift you gave. In addition and in most cases, you can choose your gift and have it engraved in short time, because everything is done in the store. The owner, Kim Tomberlin, is by no means new to the business! She started her engraving business in 1985. Years later, the first store was opened in the LeCroy Shopping Village in 2001. The store thrived there for ten years at which time she moved it to 1651 Perry Hill Road next to Fresh Market. When Kim is asked what her passion with her business is she is quick to respond, “seeing the customer’s reaction to the finished gift.” One of her favorite things is etching on glass. She loves that she can put as much or little detail on an item. For example, she can take a plain piece of glass and turn it into a treasure. Visit Kim and her staff at her location in Perry Hill Place as they get ready for wedding season. Let them help you find the perfect gift for your occasion!

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Bracelets by Geri Cronier Graduate Gemologist, Jewelry Designer, and VP Croniers Fine Jewelry

Today in bracelet design, people are mixing fine and vintage pieces with rough metals, blackening agents around stones, and materials like leather and wood. The juxtaposition of the more casual and natural-looking materials create a less formal, everyday look. The stacking of the many designs gives a person the ability to get a different look each day and has an artistic flair as well. Everyone wants to use their jewelry to make a statement and express their personality in different ways from day to day. The ability to use bracelets as a component part of an overall look makes us all like painters with different colors and designs. Tennis bracelets are just plain lines of diamonds and many people have them and think that they are only dressy. Famous tennis player, Chris Evert, made them sporty and popular for daily wear in the 1980s. Now people seek to stack sterling, leather, solid stone bangles, and vintage designs in addition to blackened almost gothic looking pieces with these to create a modern impression just like a room with furniture from different periods with all the pieces seamlessly flowing. Many people inherit tennis bracelets from mothers or grandmothers and are not sure how to wear them with their existing pieces. Often the person has all white gold jewelry and inherits a yellow gold tennis bracelet. By stacking this piece with a two-tone or blackened bracelet, it makes a new design that is more reasonable and relevant to the person's existing wardrobe. Something on your wrist that says something cool about where you've been and where you're going, so check out the many directions for your own bracelet wardrobe! Many are as low as $200 and create a more earthy or vintage feel paired with the items you already own.

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Go Nude & Go Bold This Summer! by Rebekah Edwards LUSH Makeup Art Go nude and go bold this summer! There is no better time than the summer to go natural. Try a concealer and tinted moisturizer for coverage and an illuminator to brighten your skin. Top off with a finishing powder to decrease the oil and shine, leaving skin with a matte, luminous look. This look is great for any outdoor festivities and won't leave you sweating your makeup off! Finish off your nude look with a bold, beautiful lips! Bright fuschias, pinks, corals and bold reds are a must!!! Avoid a glossy bold lip, which will take away from the matte natural foundation look. Try a matte lipstick, they are bold, yet softer. An easy trick to make the lip color last? Apply foundation all over lips first, then set with powder. Then line and fill the mouth with nude lip liner to prevent lip color from bleeding. A pop of color and a nude face makes you look more youthful, and fashion forward! LL uu ss hh M M aa kk ee uu pp AA rr tt .. cc oo m m 56

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Datebook Harriott II Dinner Cruise June 1, 7, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29; 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa Street; 334-625-2100 The Harriott II Dinner Cruise boards at 6:30 pm, departs at 7 pm and returns to dock at 9 pm. There will be live entertainment, cash bar and concessions available.

Scenic Lunch Cruise June 5; 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa Street; 334-625-2100 This cruise will board at 11 a.m. and Cruise from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Ticket Prices: $19/person (with lunch), $9/Adult (Ride Only), $7/Child (Ride Only), and $19 Handicap Seat (1st Deck ONLY). Kids Eat Free June 7; 5:50 p.m. Riverwalk Stadium 200 Coosa Street; 334-323-2255 Join us for another Freebie Friday featuring free items every Friday. June 7 is "Kids Eat Free," as all kids ages 12 & under receive a free hot dog, soda, and ice cream sandwich. Then enjoy a night of Biscuits baseball capped off with a postgame MAX Fireworks Spectacular! Gates open at 5:50 pm and first pitch is at 7:05. For tickets, call 334.323.2255 or visit biscuitsbaseball.com.

Blues Cruise June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa Street; 334-625-2100 This cruise will board at 5:30 p.m. and cruise from 6-8 pm. Ticket Prices are $20 per adult and $15 per child. Includes Live Entertainment (Entertainers TBA) and the Cash Bar and Concessions will be available. Jeff Davis Birthday Celebration with Guest Speaker & Birthday Cake June 3; 11:00 a.m. First White House of the Confederacy 644 Washington Avenue; 334-215-0078 or 334-315-7266 Come out to enjoy this free event!

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Second Saturday June 8; 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Riverfront Park Every second Saturday in April through September, the entire city as well as visitors or invited to Riverfront Park for a free family-friendly event from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The fun includes live entertainment, games for all ages (bocce ball and more!), food vendors and adult libations at the SandBAR at the Silos.

Center for Child and Adolescent Development Run June 8; 7:00 a.m. Neighborhood and Blount Park 5950 Carmichael Place; 334-262-5744 The Center for Child and Adolescent Development (CCAD) is hosting its second annual 5 K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run/ Walk on June 8, 2013. Proceeds from the event will be used to assist with start up costs for CCADs new program for children on the autism spectrum, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy. ABA is one of only two evidencebased treatments for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. For more information visit: http:// www.ccadmontgomery.org. Saturday Jam Sessions June 8, 15; 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Old Alabama Town 301 Columbus Street; 334-240-2400 Pick and grin at Old Alabama Town’s Saturday Jam Sessions, held on the second and fourth Saturday of every month at the historic Rose House, circa 1840s. Musicians, bring your acoustic instruments and join the fun! Admission to the jam sessions is free; tickets to tour Old Alabama Town are available at the Reception Center. Call 1-888-2401850 for more information, or visit our website at www. oldalabamatown.com. Jagermeister Country Tour featuring Aaron Lewis with special guests Brian Davis and Rick Monroe June 9; 7:30 p.m. Montgomery Performing Arts Center 201 Tallapoosa Street; 334-481-5100 Aaron Lewis one of the most versatile artist of modern times. This Grammy nominated songwriter is focused on his passion for country music. Since his lyric’s are always reality-based, Aaron believes this is why his fans have a strong personal connection to his music.

Summer Camp 2013 at the Montgomery Zoo June 10-14; 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Montgomery Zoo and Mann Museum 2301 Coliseum Parkway; 334-240-4900

Come out for the Montgomery Zoo’s Summer Camp! This summer camp is for campers for ages 9 and 10. The half day summer camp includes scavenger hunts, classroom educational time, play time at the playground, live animal presentations, guest speakers, arts and crafts, games, behind the scene tours, keeper talks, museum tours, pedal boat rides, animals feedings (giraffe and deer), realm projects and much more. Each camper will be provided with one snack and drinks. Please make sure campers dress for the weather. Water carriers are also a good suggestion. Water will be provided to the campers; however, there are times when the campers can be outside for extended periods of time. Fees do apply. Advanced reservations are required. Montgomery Zoo members do receive a discount. Psychic John Edwards June 11; 7:00 p.m. Montgomery Performing Arts Center 201 Tallapoosa Street; 334-481-5100 John Edward has brought a fresh, honest, and thought provoking attitude to the world of psychic phenomena. As a psychic medium, author and lecturer, he has over the last 25 years, helped thousands with his uncanny ability to predict future events and communicate with those who have crossed over to the other side.

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Datebook Snack Night June 13; 6:00 p.m. HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital 4465 Narrow Lane; 334-290-0646 Alabama Head Injury Foundation invites anyone with a traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury or any disability & their family to attend our support groups. www.ahif.org Zoso and Hell’s Bells June 14; 8:00 p.m. Montgomery Performing Arts Center 201 Tallapoosa Street; 334-481-5100 Zoso – The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience formed in 1995 to perform the most accurate and captivating Led Zeppelin live show since the real thing. For Zoso, it’s much more than just being a tribute. It’s about touching a golden era in music. Zoso embodies Page, Plant, Bonham and Jones in their spirit, tightly wound talent and authenticity. Hells Bell’s tribute band to AC/ DC is guaranteed to ROCK YOU! They are one of the most powerful and electrifying bands in the US. Hell’s Bells has been tearing up stages across the United States w/a driving presence and energy like no other.

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Father’s Day Run June 15; 7:30 a.m. Frazer United Methodist Church 6000 Atlanta Highway; 334-272-8622 Frazer’s decision to host a run on Father’s Day weekend was inspired in part by the movie “Courageous,” a Christian film emphasizing the principle that “honor begins at home.” This is an especially vital message for men in our generation when fathers who are absent physically, emotionally or spiritually are devastating more and more children. Our run is open to everyone–men, women, those who have children and those who do not. However, our prayer is that God will use this event in particular to encourage Dad’s to run or walk with their sons or daughters—not only for this one day, but to “run” with them and “walk” with them throughout their lives. It takes a Courageous man to step up and be a true father, but the rewards are well worth the sacrifices! Special prize drawings will be held for father-son/fatherdaughter teams running or walking together. Proceeds go to support Stella’s Voice, Frazer’s mission partner providing protection, housing, care, and a better future for orphaned girls and boys in the Eastern European nation of Moldova.

Father’s Day at the Montgomery Zoo June 16; 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Montgomery Zoo and Mann Museum 2301 Coliseum Parkway; 334-240-4900 Mark your calendar today to make plans to join us for a wild adventure with DAD. Celebrate DAD and all that he has done for you by bringing him to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. All DADs receive FREE ADMISSION to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum in celebration of Father's Day. You deserve it Pops. Go get WILD at the Montgomery Zoo! Father’s Day Dinner Cruise June 16; 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa Street; 334-625-2100 The Father’s Day Dinner Cruise boards at 6:30 pm, departs at 7 pm and returns to dock at 9 pm. There will be live entertainment, cash bar and concessions available. Nephew Tommy and Friends July 20; 8:00 p.m. Montgomery Performing Arts Center 201 Tallapoosa Street; 334-481-5100 Summer Camp 2013 at the Montgomery Zoo June 24-28; 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Montgomery Zoo and Mann Museum 2301 Coliseum Parkway; 334-240-4900 Come out for the Montgomery Zoo’s Summer Camp! This summer camp is for campers for ages 7 and 8. The half day summer camp includes scavenger hunts, classroom educational time, play time at the playground, live animal presentations, guest speakers, arts and crafts, games, behind the scene tours, keeper talks, museum tours, pedal boat rides, animals feedings (giraffe and deer), realm projects and much more. Each camper will be provided with one snack and drinks. Please make sure campers dress for the weather. Water carriers are also a good suggestion. Family Duathlon 2013 June 29; 7:30 a.m. Wilson YMCA 1445 Wilson Park Drive; 334-356-7271 This duathlon (run/bike/run) includes an adult 2 mile/10 mile/2 mile course and a family friendly 1 mile/4 mile/5 mile course. The course is mostly flat and fast. The Pride of Montgomery

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1 Alabama Shakespeare Festival 18 Alabama State University Theater 2 American Forest Management 3 Artistic Expressions 36 Auburn University Montgomery 4 Biscuits Baseball 35 Cafe Louisa 38 Carrabba's Italian Grill 51 Chris' Hot Dogs 47 Churchill Academy 7 Cronier’s Fine Jewelry 8 Dougs 2 Salon 6 D’Livia Boutique 9 Eastside Grille 10 Filet & Vine 11 Fine Line Engravers & Gifts 12 Fitzgerald Museum 13 Green Gate School 14 Holy Cross Episcopal School 43 Hue Studio 16 Jim ’n Nicks 17 Lee & Lan Florist 19 Looney’s SuperSkate 35 Louisa’s Bakery 25 Lush Makeup Art 20 McPhillips Shinbaum, LLP 24 Mela’s Boutique 28 Montgomery Antique Gallery 21 Montgomery Humane Society 37 Montgomery Medical Supply 49 Midtown Pizza 46 Old Alabama Town 5 Pediatrics at Twilight 45 Primary EyeCare 50 Prissy Paws 26 Resolution Camps 27 Riverfront Facilities 29 Steak ’n Shake 22 Studio South 30 Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital 31 The Look Boutique 32 The Shoppes of My Kids Attic 34 The Space Walker 35 Tomatino's Pizza and Bake Shop 33 Tonya Speed’s Dance 39 Two Blessings Gift Boutique 41 State Farm - Henry Hernandez 42 Triton Sports Apparel 44 Walker 360