The Pride of Montgomery by The Pride Advertising

October 2012

JT & Leanne p22 Craziness, Chaos & Cat Sitting! The Yellowhammers: Montgomery's Rugby Club p8 Seven Factors Affecting Your Auto Insurance Premiums p46

Zoo Boo Coming October 12th

Frightful Fun for theWhole Family! p10 Common Pet Myths p42 Pamala's Boutique p50

Marquirette's

Exquisite Jewelry p5

New Year’s Eve

Celebration Downtown

Spend New Year’s Eve in Downtown Montgomery Celebrate in the Heart of the Entertainment District Commerce Street between Bibb & Tallapoosa

Confetti, Fireworks & Live Music! FREE! Creativity/Groove Merchants: 10:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Look for more information in our November 2012 issue 3

A Word from our Mayor The Importance of Budgeting for Those who Protect the City During this past year, Montgomery has been steadfast in its goal to remain the “Capital of Dreams.” As citizens of this great city, we have much of which we can be proud. In fact, pride is one of the key concepts in our vision statement. We want to sustain a safe, vibrant and growing Montgomery, in its entirety, that we are proud to call home. One of the most critical responsibilities we have as a government is public safety. Montgomery has its lowest crime rates in 20 years. A big contributing factor is more police officers on the streets to watch over our homes and businesses. They’re working hand-in-hand with conscientious citizens who have formed crime watch programs and are being good neighbors by serving as extra eyes and ears for our police department. Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange

We are also seeing historic performance levels at the Montgomery Fire and Rescue Department. Right now, the response times for our fire suppression units and medic teams are both under four minutes. This phenomenal standard is occurring because we have increased our Fire and Rescue personnel and given them the tools they need to save lives. We are also seeing increased performance at our Communications Department, which handles emergency calls from the public. Last year, there were more than a quarter million calls to 9-1-1. As the numbers show, our dream of safety is a reality.

The

PRIDE of

On the Cover

Montgomery

Publisher Frank K. Rho

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 High 5 Productions Webmaster High 5 Productions Contributing Writers Sherry DeBray Rebekah Edwards Corey & Donna Ellis Henry Hernandez Kasey Hope Allie Manzari Dr. Kalai Mugilan Kimberly Ramsey Dr. Frank K. Rho Brett Richardson Dr. Phil Mitchell, DVM JT & Leanne

Distribution Corey Ellis Printed by McQuick Printing For advertising information, call: Virginia Saunders 334-462-9602

The Pride of Montgomery PO Box 11543, Montgomery, AL 36111 The Pride of Montgomery Magazine is published 12 times a year by The Pride Advertising, Inc. The entire contents of The Pride Magazine is copyrighted and may not be reproduced without the express written consent of the publisher. The Pride Magazine accepts no responsibility for the return of unsolicited manuscripts and/or photographs and assumes no liability for products or services advertised. The Pride Magazine reserves the right to edit, rewrite or refuse material and is not responsible for products.

Visit Our Website! www.theprideofmontgomery.com

To View Current & Past Issues, Find Us On Facebook! The Pride of Montgomery

Marquirette Fields has merchandised fine jewelry throughout the world for nearly 20 years. Marquirette, along with her husband Lyle, established one of the first foreign companies in Asia that now sells over one billion dollars of jewelry per year. Marquirette started in the retail jewelry business in Montgomery, Alabama in the 1980's. She moved to New York as a jewelry designer and national marketing director in 1990. After 8 years, with stops in Bombay and Bangkok, Marquirette returned home to Montgomery in 1998. Marquirette continued selling to thousands of retail stores in US, Canada, the Carribean and Australia until she opened Marquirette’s in 2003. Lyle Fields has followed in the footsteps of his Uncle Harry and father, David Fields. Both his father and uncle began in the diamond business just after WWII working under the tillage of Harry Winston at his prestigious Fifth Avenue office. Lyle began sorting diamonds as a summer job in 1965. After graduating from the University of Rochester, Lyle specialized in purchasing diamonds from the bourses in Antwerpen and Ramat Gan. Lyle has traveled to the major diamond trading centers around the world over 150 times. Lyle is one of the few Americans to personally have conferred with Sir Charles Oppenheimer of DeBeers. Lyle was a regular “site holder” of DeBeers (Diamond Trading Company) during the 1980's. The renowned diamond world bank ABN-AMRO; Netherlands conveyed the convented title of DIAMANTAIRE on Lyle Fields in 1994. Lyle, along with Marquirette, merchandised diamond and color stone jewelry for AAFES, Ross-Simon, Zales, Ames Department Stores, Sam’s Club, Caldor’s, HSN, Fred Meyers, Venture as well has 4000 independent retail jewelry stores. It is estimated that Lyle has sold over 150 million diamonds to date in his career. After moving to Montgomery with Marquirette in 1998, Lyle has continued to merchandise to independent retail jewelry stores throughout the USA. Lyle and Marquirette are now putting all their experience towards designing and manufacturing their jewelry designs at “Marquirette’s.”

In This Issue Departments Sights To See 8 Health & Fitness 14 Life Lessons 20 Good Taste 24 Faith 32 Education Station 34 Kid’s Corner 38 Meow Woof & Chirp 42 The Parking Lot 44 Insurance 101 46 Shopping Spree 48 Worth A Look 54 Datebook 56 Map It Out 62 Advertisers Alabama Shakespeare Festival 57 American Forest Management 12 Artistic Expressions 35 Auburn University Montgomery 37 Chick Fil A Prattville 28 Chick Fil A RSA Tower 31

Child Evangelism Fellowship 33 Churchill Academy 35 City of Montgomery 311 4 Cupcakes by Tish 28 Doug's 2 Salon 55 Dreamers Photography 52 Eastern Hills Baptist Church 33 Eastside Grille 27 Filet & Vine 24 Fine Line Engravers & Gifts 53 Fitzgerald Museum 6 Holy Cross Episcopal School 36 Hue Studio 50 It’Za Gift & Interiors 49 Jim ’n Nicks 30 Lee & Lan Florist 13 Line-X 44 Looney’s SuperSkate 39 Lush Makeup Art 54 Marquirette's Fine Jewelry 7 Mary Kay 55 McPhillips Shinbaum, LLP 13 McQuick Printing 45

Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum Association enthusiastically invites you to Scott’s Halloween Bash

Mobsters &

Monsters

Wednesday, October 31, 6pm - 10pm Tickets $25. Complimentary drinks. Hors d’oeuvres. Music by the Lo-Fi Loungers. Purchase your tickets today using Paypal! Visit http://fitzgeraldmuseum.net/halloween.html

Medical AIDS Outreach Benefit 59 Mela's Boutique 53 Montgomery Humane Society 45 Montgomery Multisport 19 Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts 53 Montgomery Spine Center 16 Nick Drollette Photography 51 NY Gold & Diamond Buyers 9 Primary EyeCare 15 Resolution Fitness Camps 17 River Region TV 23 Riverfront Park 21, 61 Sa Za Italian Back Cover State Farm, Henry Hernandez 47 Steak ’n Shake 29 Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital 43 The Look Boutique 52 The Shoppes of My Kids Attic 41 Tonya Speed’s Dance 41 Triton Performance Apparel 17 Troy University 11

Sights To See

Proud of . . . Montgomery's Rugby Team! The Montgomery Rugby Club was founded in 1983. The name was changed to The Capital City Rugby Club in 1987 and then to the Yellowhammers Rugby Football Club in 1991. The name Yellowhammers comes from the an elite group of Rebel soldiers from Alabama, who wore a yellow feather in their cap to distinguish them from other soldiers. The team has a long history, known for their hard-hitting, aggressive style of play. The Yellowhammers were initially started by a group of military men from Maxwell and had their first practices at a field next to Frazer UMC (where the soccer fields are now). River region players began to mix into the group as the Yellowhammers expanded.

The Yellowhammers have hosted numerous tournaments to the area including the Memorial Day Midnight Sevens Invitationals, USA Rugby Qualifiers, the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conferences (SEC) Final Four Championship (won by the University of Florida) and the upcoming Southeastern Collegiate Olympic Sevens Qualifier to be held at the YMCA Soccer Complex this October 13th and 14th. The Yellowhammers have also contributed to the development of the University of Troy rugby program by offering assistance, development and coaching for their program.

Over the last ten years, the Yellowhammers have made the USA Rugby Division 2&3 Playoffs several times, and won the Division 3 South Championship in 2008 before losing in the final 8 of the USA Rugby Championships. This year is a rebuilding year, and anyone interested in playing is welcomed. The only requirement is you must be 18 to play. No experience is necessary; they will be happy to teach new players. If you are under 18 and would like to learn how to play you are gladly invited to join them for practice. Although this is a men's team, ladies that want to learn the game are invited, and will be offered help to form a ladies team.

Sights To See

Family Fun at

Montgomery Zoo! Come to the 21st Annual Zoo Boo Halloween Event! Dates: Oct 12-14, 19-21 and 25-31 Time: 6:00p.m. to 9:00p.m. Phone: (334) 240-4900

This year will be the 21st year of the Montgomery Zoo's Halloween Festival, Zoo Boo! Sponsored by local businesses and with the help of about 150 volunteers, Zoo Boo contains a range of activities for all ages, including the Haunted Hayride, the Pumpkin Pull, Creatures of the Night, and games set up for smaller children, who compete to win candy as prizes. The Haunted Hayride is run by five tractors, which ride around the back part of the zoo. The twelve-minute ride takes you through different scary scenes around the zoo. The Hall of Horror, the Mad Scientist Lab, Frankenstein’s Castle, and a monster who runs around with a chainsaw is enough to make anyone have a thriller night! The Pumpkin Pull is a separate hayride from the Haunted Hayride. This two-tractor hayride is designed for younger children and runs through the front part of the zoo. Creatures of the Night, which is set up through the Education Department, is designed to teach people from all ages about animals of the night. Other activities such as moonwalks and horseback riding will be available as well. Sarah McKemey of the Montgomery Zoo says, “We really appreciate people from the River Region Area who support the Zoo. We could not do Zoo Boo or any other events without the community’s support.” Admission to ZooBoo is $12.00 per person ages 3 years and up, and $6.00 per person for Montgomery Zoo Friends. Admission includes one sheet of game tickets and one ticket for either the Haunted Hayride or the Pumpkin Pull. Children age 2 and under are admitted free. Make plans now to attend! For more information, call (334) 240-4900 or visit our website at www.montgomeryzoo.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and My Space. 10

Educate the mind to think, the heart to feel, the body to act. - TROY Motto 1887

If a university would commit to this endeavor, imagine the type of graduates it would produce. They would be lifelong learners, taught to think beyond the present and prepared to see tomorrow’s answers. They would have giving, empathetic hearts. Most importantly, they would be moved to action – seeking careers that serve the greater community. They would be Troy University students and alumni. If you are called to serve a greater purpose, then Troy University is the university you’re looking for.

“Ranked Among Top Schools in the Nation” - Forbes Magazine “One of the Best in the Southeast” - Princeton Review

In class • Online • Within reach • www.troy.edu • Find us on::

Biscuits Win Inaugural Southern League Promotional Trophy The Southern League announced on Wednesday that the Montgomery Biscuits have won the inaugural Southern League Promotional Trophy. The trophy is awarded to the Southern League team who had the most outstanding promotional work. Votes for the award are compiled from the Southern League’s General Managers. As the winner of the Southern League Promotional Trophy, the Biscuits will be the Southern League’s nominee for the Larry MacPhail Award honoring the best promotional work in all of Minor League Baseball at this year’s Winter Meetings. The Biscuits ranked third in the Southern League in attendance this season. 2012’s promotional schedule featured the second year of the Thirsty Thursday Concert Series, 19 MAX Fireworks Spectaculars, innovative giveaways, and budget-conscious food promotions. The Biscuits drew over 7,000 fans on three separate occasions in 2012. “We’re very excited to win the Southern League Promotional Trophy, and look forward to making our case at this year’s Winter Meetings for the Larry MacPhail Award”, said Biscuits Owner Tom Dickson. “We’re very appreciative and humbled by this award, and it’s a direct result of a lot of hard work and a true team effort”, said Biscuits Marketing Director Jordan Mandelkorn. The Biscuits finished the 2012 season with a 2nd half South Division Championship, and we’re eliminated in the first round of the Southern League Playoffs by the Mobile BayBears. The Biscuits 2013 promotional schedule is already available on biscuitsbaseball.com.

McPhillips Shinbaum, LLP Th e Pe o pl eâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Law Fi rm

Senior partner Julian McPhillips founded this firm in 1978 to provide the people of Alabama with top-quality legal services at an affordable cost. Our firm represents clients throughout Alabama in cases involving: personal injury, auto accidents, wrongful death, workers' compensation, employment law, social security law, criminal law & general civil litigation.

Montgomery, Alabama Personal Injury Attorneys Protecting the People of Alabama for 33 Years

516 South Perry Street, Montgomery, AL 36101

334-262-1911

When You Need a Lifeline No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

Health & Fitness

Let Them Eat Cake!

or this Halloween . . . CANDY! by Frank K. Rho, DDS

Its October. Time for the beauty of fall. The end of the oppressive summer heat. The leaves start to turn vibrant colours in the trees as they say goodnight for their winter slumber. The children are back in school. For them, it’s time for pumpkins, trick or treat and candy. Mmmmmmmmm!!! Lollipops, chocolate, gummy bears, sticky, gooey, chewy and sweet. It’s fun. It’s magic. All you have to do is wear a pirate mask. Walk up to a house and say “trick or treat” and PRESTO! Candy in your hands. Magic. I’ve never been the dental scrooge at halloween. Long before I was a dentist, I was Spiderman with a saggy handme-down spidersuit and a plastic pumpkin holding all kinds of candy. It was beautiful to look at. The colours of all the little packs of sweet gold was dazzling. There was that great dilemma I had to suffer through, though. How much should I eat, or how much should I save so that I could bask in the richness of my bounty? Tough times... This time of year, I always get a lot of questions from concerned 14

moms and dads about what to do with the candy their children get for Halloween. Should they give it away? Should they allow them to have it? I’ve even had some offer to bring it to me. Don’t give it to me… I’ll eat it! From a standpoint of pure and heartless dental health, conventional advice would be to not allow our children to have any of the evil stuff. But how can you look at your child’s cute little quivering doe eyes and say no to them? When Halloween comes, here’s some unconventional wisdom from a dentist. Let them eat it. It’s Halloween! It only comes once a year! Let them eat a lot! Don’t get me wrong here, I’m not saying to replace breakfast with Skittles every day. We all know the dental risks of a diet of high sugar foods. But it’s Halloween, man! Now here’s the caveat. Let them eat all they want in a small amount of time. It’s better to allow them to binge on the sweets in a small amount of time than it is to spread it out throughout the day. When you, I, or your child eat sweets, the acid balance in

our mouth shifts and becomes much more acidic. It’s this acidic environment that allows the bacteria that causes tooth decay to thrive. It takes about an hour for the acidity to balance back out again. Even if your child is eating just a small amount of candy, but eating it consistently throughout the day, the environment of your mouth keeps its high acid levels for a longer period of time. This creates a much larger window of time for the risk of getting cavities. So let your kids eat their hard-earned bounty. But keep the window of time short. When the time is up, the candy goes up and the last treat they get is a toothbrush, some toothpaste and some tasty floss. Now your child is happy and so is your dentist. Happiness all around. I hope you all have a wonderful fall and a happy Halloween! 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.

S y P R E N M E C O ENTE G T N R O Timothy A. Holt, M.D.

MONTGOMERY SPINE CENTER Timothy A. Holt, M.D. Specializing In: Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbar Surgery Nerve and Disc Problems Back, Neck, Shoulder, Arm, Leg Pain 257 Winton M. Blount Loop Montgomery, AL 36117 334-396-1886 16

www.esurgeon.com/tholt

New Patients Welcome Most Insurance Accepted

Health & Fitness

Self Control by Corey & Donna Ellis

We’ve asked many of our readers and followers to provide us with some input on different topics that would benefit, and be of some interest, to the masses. We received many great responses within the last month. The bulk of your topic requests dealt with wanting to know how should you eat to lose the most weight or what foods to eat for the most weight loss. You know, in all actuality, these are always great topics to educate individuals that lack the knowledge. But, one request that really caught our attention, noted that most individuals, if not all, recognize the types of foods that are healthy and or not healthy. This individual’s inquiry pertaining to health and fitness was, “How do I obtain self-control to eat healthier foods, and smaller portion sizes, in order to become a healthier person?” Self control: the ability to exercise restraint or control over one's feelings, emotions, reactions, etc. Now, if we posses no other positive quality in our lives, self control seems to be the very action that would flourish within all. It’s not easy to tell yourself that you can’t have or do something that you really want at the moment. Others may say it to you, but you will definitely not put yourself through the agony of wanting. I totally understand that you may have a job that requires you to always interact around food and beverages, or you’re always invited to dinners, parties, gatherings, etc. When you’re attending these functions, it’s ok to participate in the intake of the available refreshments, but you have to be sure to consciously limit yourself to only one plate. Also, with that one plate, don’t pack the food up to the top so that it would equal two plates if you separated it. You may be one that tends to stay awake longer hours throughout the night, and do a lot of late night snacking. I understand that the later you are awake, the more you’re going to want to eat. That’s with anybody. At some point though, your mind should tell yourself that you really don’t want anything else to eat. Then, you have to make that conscious effort to put all foods and drinks down, and NOT eat or drink anything else. It sounds simple to tell someone to just not eat anything after a certain period of time, especially if this is the only time of the day that you get to settle down for the evening and eat the foods or snacks that you've been thinking about all day. When you actually give in to your desire to indulge in large quantities of food, or whatever it is that you’re battling with, you’re saying that you have NO self control. While you may argue that you have the control to do it, I propose the question to you, “Do you really want to control the situation that you see as a hindrance to your healthy lifestyle’s progression?” We all battle various things in our lives that we just can’t control. You may not be able to control many of those obstacles, but one thing you can control is what goes in and out of your mouth, and how much goes in and out. Get down to the root of what’s causing you to eat the way you do. It may be stress, depression, or just loving food that much. Whatever that cause is for you, you need to confront it, conquer it, and exercise that self control that lies within you. If you are in need of any help with reaching your health and fitness goals, please contact us at resolutioncamp07@hotmail.com OR Facebook - keyword: Resolution Fitness.

Corey & Donna Ellis Owners of Resolution Fitness Camps 504.915.7879 resolutioncamp07@hotmail.com 18

Montgomery Multisport, Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Get Started.

8107 Vaughn Road Peppertree Shopping Center

334-356-7271

montgomerymultisport.com A full service bike shop with certified mechanics and certified fit technicians. Come see the state of the art SICI Fit Cycle and Fit Studio where we help you pick the RIGHT bike for your exact requirements. Did you know that according to the American College of Sports Medicine that 85% of people are in the WRONG shoes? We offer Professional Video Gait Analysis and digital foot analysis to put you in the RIGHT shoe. FREE with your shoe purchase.

Need Race Management or timing of YOUR race? Race@montgomerymultisport.com

Mon-Fri 10am-7pm Saturday 9am-6pm Sunday Closed

10% off

your next pair of shoes at The Run Shop @ Montgomery Multisport Expires December 15th, 2013

$10 off

Montgomery Half Marathon/5k on Oct 6th OR

$5 off

The Peppertree Center Turkey Burner 5k on Nov 17

H10.6.12LF Half Marathon

Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mile

Bring this coupon into the store for your discount code.

Life Lessons

On Hope

Dr. Kalai Mugilan, MA, MPH, PHD

ope is a rather peculiar emotion. As defined, hope is an expectation of fulfillment in the end. However, it is peculiar because it is not necessarily pegged on data or facts, it is an imaginary place. We get happy when we are hoping, while we know we may be unlikely to arrive, but we are not too sad if we don't arrive, because we know it wasn't likely in the first place, but we tried anyway.

hen we humans attempted to fly, there were plenty of people who said humans are not meant to fly. But at least two men who had a lot of experience with bicycles did - and they only flew twelve seconds. They died attempting these feats. They all hoped to fly, and died trying.

hen we attempted to go to the moon, many said such things are not meant to be, while some tried, and we eventually arrived. However, I must say, after many failed attempts. Remember, it was Apollo 11 (eleven) not Apollo 1 (one). The earlier models simply busted into flames which all attempted to reach the moon, but died trying.

o, why do humans hope anyway? One simple answer is that we hope because it is simply better than the alternative, to give up. I'd rather die trying than die having given up. If another soul saw your efforts, they might pick it up, much like the early fliers. If nobody tried, or hoped, nobody would have followed behind them.

he chairperson of the Arthritis Foundation of Alabama Cynthia Ducker was once asked on public radio, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Do you think they would ever find a cure for arthritis?â&#x20AC;? She answered with a resounding yes. When asked why, she said she would rather die hoping

than giving up hope, even if the cure is found long after she has passed away, because she is able to handle her pain better that way. I was profoundly moved.

find hope amazing because, when I ask my yoga students to levitate, almost all of them attempt to levitate; while they are in their attempt, I tell them, notice you are attempting to levitate when levitation as we know it is not possible. Why? I remind them that is what hope is all about, not that you have arrived, but that you have given all that you have got.

o, all of us hope, hope for better times, better politics, better business, better relationships, better bodies, better minds; we are a strange creature that pegs our future on hoping all the time.

oping does not mean gleefully or blindly optimistic; but pegging our hearts on an expectant outcome while working hard to achieve it, and experience gladness that we simply tried, not that we arrived.

esides, when we stop hoping we often give up and create space for the opposite of hope; despair. Despair is a pit that digs and digs, and finds itself deeper and deeper in a hole. I would rather be on top of the mountain hoping and trying to levitate, rather than in a deep hole of despair waiting to die. This has been my anti-depressant for some time!

Dr. Kalai Mugilan received his Doctorate of Health Promotion/Medical Sociology. He is 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.

Life Lessons

Life with JT & Leanne . . . Craziness, Chaos & Cat Sitting!

Fall has finally arrived! The temperatures are cooling off, college football is the talk of the town and we're staying busier than ever. For those that don't know, we have 3 teenage daughters, 2 radio shows, a TV show on CW & WSFA12 and 5 (ok, temporarily 6 Furkids). We are blessed with closeto-perfect daughters - Kimberlee is a Junior at Prattville High School and our ONLY licensed driver. Ashlee is attending school this year with her Dad in Texas and is an 8th Grader involved in dance and gymnastics and is doing great. Beccah is in 7th Grade at Prattville Junior High and participates in cheer and loves playing the flute. Leanne could drive a Camaro but all three kids are in braces right now so who can afford that? Plus they all wouldn't fit in that sportscar anyway, right? JT is currently Program Director and Morning Personality for Mix 103. The show is on the air from 5:30-10am and you can catch the "Song of the Day" segment every weekday morning at 5:50am on WSFA12 News during Today In Alabama for a chance to win a great prize daily! Leanne does the Midday shift from 10am till 3pm and has the Retro 80's Lunch Hour at Noon. Together, we host the River Region TV show every Friday from Noon till 1pm on Montgomery's CW and two weekends per month on WSFA12 News. The TV show highlights everything fun and exciting going on in Central Alabama. You can check out video segments from the show and find out more about it on our website: www.RiverRegion.TV .

It's hard to keep it all balanced, that's for sure! One thing certainly helps and that is Kimberlee being a licensed driver (so far accident free). This kid wants to go everywhere! What a relief! Need Beccah taken somewhere while we have a meeting? Ask Kimberlee! Someone need a gallon of milk? Kimberlee has the keys and is ready to go. Why didn't we get her down there for her driver's test sooner? Oh, yeah... the law. Well, she certainly is the responsible one in the bunch and has helped us immensely. It's amazing what a little gas money can motivate a teenager to do these days!

We also happen to be Cat sitting for a friend this month. Captain the Cat roams the streets of Autauga County by night, refusing to be kept in confinement. But not to worry, he returns at 5am by the time JT is getting ready for work and is greeted with a bowl of food and quite comfortable accommodations on the screenedin back porch. What a life! He is ours while friends are having a home built with Stone Martin Builders here in Prattville. Snickers is apparently a dogloving cat, he stares Captain down thru the Glass Door, but hasn't had a chance to jump him just yet!

Beccah (now 12 going on 18) informed us that she's been "asked to the Homecoming Dance". Do WHAT? JT had to verify that Junior High Kids actually have a Homecoming Dance and that it is apparently ok for them to attend "together." Her Facebook status changes from "single" to "in a relationship" to "it's complicated" about as often as she's asking for money to go to WonderWorld, so who knows how long this "current situation" as JT refers to it will last. All joking aside, she is a bright student - brings home 100's on a pretty regular basis, so she just might get to attend the dance and stay out till 8:30.

Keeping it all straight and moving forward is a challenge - but we love the area in which we live and the people we get to help thru our radio and television shows and projects! By the way, did someone say the "C" WORD? Hey, only 90 more shopping days till, that's right.... CHRISTMAS! The Furby is back this year and so is Sounds of the Season on Mix 103! Along with some great Christmas Radio Specials from Lady Antebellum, Michael Buble, and some other great artists! More on that real soon!

If we're not on the radio, juggling kid's schedules, shooting and editing a TV show or training for the 13.1 mile half-marathon coming this month to Montgomery, we're probably exhausted and trying to get some sleep! At the same time, we can never say NO! Just look - we have 5 "furkids" who have all been turned into media celebrities and have their own paparazzi following them - Pebbles & Bam Bam, Freddie Jr, Wilma (our newest addition) and Snickers the Cat who has potty trained himself with no training whatsoever to use the actual toilet. Genius!

In the meantime, enjoy OCTOBER! Roll Tide (JT), War Eagle (Leanne) and we will talk to you next month!

Contact Information: 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

e o n n n a R e i v L e r & R T e J gion TV! s s i M t ’ n Do

Every Friday Noon - 1pm CW Montgomery

Sunday, October 21st Noon - 1pm

Join JT & Leanne as they showcase local fun in our community! Join them on their tour of the places, faces and local businesses that make Central Alabama a great place to work, raise a family and socialize! Don’t miss the show - Fridays at Noon on Montgomery’s CW & Weekends on WSFA12!

Our Sponsors

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 Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-293-4773

Flips Uptown Grill 3900 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-8833 7900 Vaughn Rd 334-270-5559

Chick-Fil-A Prattville 1967 Cobbs Ford Rd. Prattville, AL 36066 334-365-8222 Chris’ Hotdogs 138 Dexter Ave 334-265-6850

Mama’s Sack Lunch To Go 21 S Perry St 334-265-5554

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 7005 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-1078

MiMi’s Café 6814 EastChase Pkwy 334-271-0124

Ruddle’s Pub Grill 3133 Bell Rd 334-277-8710

Momma Goldberg’s Deli 7960 Vaughn Rd 334-517-1071

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

Honey Baked Ham 2816 E South Blvd 334-284-9100

Montgomery’s Café at Embassy Suites 300 Tallapoosa St 334-269-5055

Scott Street Deli 412 Scott St 334-264-9415

Jason’s Deli 1520 Eastern Blvd 334-409-9890

Panera Bread 2775 Eastern Blvd 334-272-2122

Guthrie’s 7216 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-3331

El Paso Chili Company 539 N Eastern Blvd 334-244-0118

Hamburger King 547 S Decatur St 334-262-1798

Five Guys Burgers & Fries 7220 EastChase Pkwy 334-239-7220

halfpagead:3051 1/4 pg ad mtgliving

Panera Bread 7224 EastChase Pkwy 334-274-9170

Guthrie’s 5376 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-8300

Courthouse Café 100 S Lawrence St 334-832-1684

Flames Grill 142 Montgomery St 334-264-0100

Lunde’s 201 Montgomery St 334-265-3663

7/9/09

10:14 AM

Shoney’s 850 Eastern Blvd 334-396-8533

Page 1

FILET & VINE

Montgomey’s Premiere Gourmet Market, Deli & Bottleshoppe filetandvine.com 431 Cloverdale Road 334.262.8463 • Fax: 334.834.9463 Hours: Monday - Friday 10am - 7pm Hotbar 11am - 6:30pm Saturday 7am - 5pm; Breakfast 7am - 10:30am BBQ and Hotbar 10:30am - 4:30pm

MONTGOMERY’S LARGEST WINE & BEER INVENTORY 10% Military Discount 24

OVER 15,000 BOTTLES IN STOCK

Spotlight on ...

Recipe of the Month: The Olive Room’s Red Snapper Chardonnay

General Manager Patrick McInerey & Chef Michael Serdula

The Olive Room

Located in the heart of downtown Montgomery, The Olive Room meets Montgomery’s taste for fine dining while respecting the pocketbooks of their customers. Their new location, The Olive Branch, located at Alabama Shakespeare Festival, pairs fine cuisine with the most scenic backdrop in Montgomery. They tantalize Montgomery with a fusion of cuisine from around the world and handcrafted cocktails. The personable environment of the The Olive Room leaves their customers wanting to return time and time again. Chef Michael Serdula’s most well known dish is the Red Snapper Chardonnay. It was his father’s dish and has been perfected over forty years.

1 ounce of sliced shallots 3 ounces of sliced mushrooms 1 ounce of julienne carrots 1 ounce of good chardonnay ½ cup of lobster stock/base 1 cup of heavy cream salt and pepper 6 ounce portion of red snapper ¼ cup of canola oil Lightly flour the red snapper in salt and pepper. Have about a quarter cup of canola oil heating. Place red snapper presentation side down first in the canola oil. Lightly brown it. Give pan a good shake so it does not stick. Be careful not to burn it. Once it has a nice brown color flip snapper and discard the oil. Grab a good pinch of salt and pepper and sprinkle it around the pan. Put in mushrooms, carrots, and shallots. Glaze with lobster stock. Put back on heat for no longer than one minute. Pour in heavy cream then reduce heat. Stir all vegetables around. Cook for about seven minutes until gravy like consistency. When the bubbles become smaller, closer together, and more uniformed, you know you’re almost done. Pour chardonnay around red snapper and let simmer for one more minute (no longer than two minutes). Carefully take out snapper (it will be flimsy), and pour sauce on top. 25

Good Taste 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 Tenda Chick 5951 Atlanta Hwy 334-260-8547 Wings Xpress 5780 Woodmere Blvd 334-244-7898 Wishbone Café 61 Bridge St 334-356-4175 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 Ala Thai East 6663 Atlanta Hwy 334-271-3141 Asia Bistro & Seafood 7839 Vaughn Rd 334-213-3628 Bombay Masala 109 Eastern Blvd 334-272-8510

Buffet City 5461 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-1678

Satsuki 6534 Atlanta Hwy 334-239-7450

Sam’s Bar-B-Que 3510 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-0008

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

Choices Restaurant 80 Commerce St 334-262-0888

Shilla 3526 Eastdale Cir 334-354-3026

Sophia’s BBQ 1055 Adams Ave 334-269-1177

Dreamz 511 E Edgemont Ave 334-239-7303

East China 8153 Vaughn Rd 334-279-1779

Shogun Japanese Steak & Sushi 5215 Carmichael Rd 334-271-6999

Varsity BBQ 5471 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-5444

Green Papaya 409 Coliseum Blvd 334-395-7654

Street Café 2777 Eastern Blvd 334-396-2232

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

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

The Super Buffet 5831 Atlanta Hwy 334-215-0055

India Palace 3007H McGehee Rd 334-281-1200 Kabuki Steakhouse 7834 Vaughn Rd 334-273-8885 King Buffet 2727 Bell Rd 334-273-8883 Korean Garden 2891 Vaughn Plaza Rd 334-277-5685 Lek’s Railroad Thai at Union Station 300 Water St 334-269-0708 Lek’s Taste of Thailand 5421 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-8994 Midori 5824 Woodmere Blvd 334-593-1754 Ming’s Garden 1741 Eastern Blvd 334-277-8188 Miyako Japanese Steak & Sushi 8173 Vaughn Rd 334-215-2275 Saigon Deli 2323 Eastern Blvd 334-279-5921

Sushi Café 3004 Zelda Rd 334-819-7060 Sushi Yama 2070 Eastern Blvd 334-612-7800 Thai Gratiem 8868 Minnie Brown Rd 334-215-9960 Top China 9160 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-1668 Bakery

Cupcakes by Tish 1940 Mulberry Street 334-625-0999 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

Café

Café Louisa 1034 E Fairview Ave 334-264-4241 Café M One Museum Dr 334-240-4333 Cool Beans at Café De 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 Casual Dining

All City Coney Island 701 Madison Ave 334-819-4100 Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 3001 Carter Hill Rd 334-264-9064 3195 Taylor Rd 334-274-0009 6601 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-1902 California Yogurt Kraze 3010 Zelda Rd 334-356-3716 California Yogurt Kraze 7730 Vaughn Rd 334-215-9135 Chili’s 7355 EastChase Pkwy 334-270-1973

Island Delights 323 Air Base Blvd 334-264-0041 Nancy’s Italian Ice 7976 Vaughn Rd 334-356-1403 Roux 503 Cloverdale Rd 334-356-3814 Ruby Tuesday 1310 Eastern Blvd 334-396-0224 Ruby Tuesday 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 Café 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

A tasteful experience

eastside le il Eastside Grille LLC 6667 Atlanta Highway Montgomery, AL 36117 334-274-1200 www.eastsidegrille.com

r g

Live Music: Thurs, Fri & Sat Steaks, Pasta, & Seafood Daily Lunch Specials, Early Bird Menu Happy Hour Daily From 3-7 Reservations Accepted Montgomeryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Largest Outdoor Dining Area

Good Taste 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 334-365-5423 1113H Perry Hill Rd 334-239-9263 CiCi’s Pizza 981 Ann St 334-386-3086

Prattville

Spice up your Party!

Corsino’s Italian 911 S Court St 334-263-9752

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

Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs 1712 Carter Hill Rd 334-262-8988

Tomatinos 1036 E Fairview Ave 334-264-4241

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

Catering And Party Platters Avaliable!

STAY COOL IN OUR INDOOR PLAY PLACE

Chick-Fil-A Prattville Monday - Thursday: 6am - 9pm Friday & Saturday: 6am - 10pm

1967 Cobbs Ford Rd.

Premiere Place Shopping Center

334-365-8222

Sa Za’s Serious Italian 130 Commerce St 334-495-7292

Mellow Mushroom 7915 Vaughn Rd 334-213-6443 Midtown Pizza Kitchen 2940 Zelda Rd 334-399-0080 Olive Garden 2700 Eastern Blvd 334-260-9220 Pizza Perfect 428 Coliseum Blvd 334-244-7721

Mexican

Cantina 130 Commerce St Suite 103 334-262-2339 Cuco’s 11123 Chantilly Pkwy Suite A 334-271-3528 Cuco’s Express 31 S Court St 334-832-0081 El Rey Burrito Lounge 1031 E Fairview Ave 334-832-9688

Ixtapa Bar & Grill 7157 EastChase Pkwy 334-277-7600

Los Vaqueros 2195 Eastern Blvd 334-277-8339

Santa Fe Express 15 Commerce St 334-262-7676

Red Lobster 300 Eastdale Cir 334-277-0780

Cornerstone 5336 Atlanta Hwy 334-386-0449

Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant 6132 Atlanta Hwy 334-272-5232

Moe’s Southwest Grill 2900 Zelda Rd 334-273-9198

Taqueria El Cantaro 1130 Ann St 334-356-7361

Ric & Mos 3150 Watchman Dr 334-517-1140

Cracker Barrel 9191 Boyd Cooper Pkwy 334-244-1085

Moe’s Southwest Grill 7028 EastChase Pkwy 334-356-3333

Tipico De Mexico 3441 Malcolm Dr 334-356-0459

Wintzell’s Oyster House 105 Commerce St 334-262-4257

Davis Café 518 N Decatur St 334-264-6015

Young Barn Pub and Oyster Bar 5331 Young Barn Rd 334-819-7423

Eastbrook Café 520 Coliseum Blvd 334-272-2438

Jalepenos Restaurant 8157 Vaughn Rd 334-277-2840 La Zona Rosa 2838 Zelda Rd 334-274-1153 Las Salsas Mexican Cuisine 7921 Vaughn Rd 334-260-9096 Los Cabos Cantina 1801 Eastern Blvd 334-277-7571 Los Ranchos 127 Eastern Blvd 334-270-1509

No Way Jose 5338 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-2222 No Way Jose 8844 Minnie Brown Rd 334-819-7363 Salsaritas 8015 Vaughn Rd 334-356-5430 San Marcos Mexican 61 N Burbank Dr 334-279-6680

Seafood

Bonefish Grill 7020 EastChase Pkwy 334-396-1770

Southern Style

Capitol Oyster Bar at The Marina 617 Shady St 334-288-4217

A Social Event/Bandanas 301 Jefferson St 334-265-9113

Jubilee Seafood 1057 Woodley Rd 334-262-6224

Blue Moon Café 7725 Averritt Dr 334-356-0543

Eastside Grille 6667 Atlanta Hwy 334-274-1200 Farmers Market Café 315 N McDonough St 334-262-1970 Farmhouse Kitchen 5251 Hampstead High St 334-284-8989

Kids Eat Free on Weekends

with Adult Purchase of $8

2313 Cobbs Ford Rd. Prattville 334-290-0036

HAPPY HOUR! HALF PRICE DRINKS! Monday - Friday 2pm - 4pm

Hours: Sun-Thurs: 7am-11pm Fri-Sat: 7am - midnight

Cooked-To-Order Breakfast Beginning at 7am Daily 29

Good Taste try our FEAS

TS IN A FLASH

(SERVES 4)

or our GATHE

RINGS

(COMPLETE MEA

LS FOR 6, 12, OR

PERFECT FOR TA

18)

ILGATE PARTIES

MIRRORS? NO WAY. At Jim ‘N Nick’s our trick to serving the most authentic Southern food is to avoid the tricks altogether. Everything is made fresh. Nothing is frozen. Ever. So from the slow-smoked ribs to the garden fresh vegetables you can taste the deep respect for Southern tradition in every bite.

MONTGOMERY 334.213.0046 • PRATTVILLE 334.290.1000

CATERING 205.637.2977 DINE-IN • DRIVE-THRU • TAKE-HOME • CATERING • PRIVATE DINING

www.jimnnicks.com 30

and

twitter.com/jimnnicksbbq

Chick-Fil-A at RSA Tower Minutes away from Maxwell AFB!

Convenient Catering Available!

Come visit the Chick Fil A located inside the RSA Tower!

Peach Milkshakes Are Here!

FREE Backstage Tours! Get lunch with your tour for $5 Call About Catering! Options: Chick-Fil-A Trays Packaged Meals, Salads & Wraps Sides, Beverages & Desserts Catering menus and details found online: www.chick-fil-a.com/Food/ Catering-Menu

Chick-Fil-A at EastChase 6921 Eastchase Loop Montgomery, AL 36117 (334) 271-1095 Order Online: www.chick-fil-a.com/eastchase EastChase: M-Th 6a-9p; Fr-Sat 6a-10p

Filet & Vine 431 Cloverdale Rd 334-262-8463

Mary B’s Buffet 3428 Atlanta Hwy 334-279-7890

Fried Tomato Buffet 6050 Atlanta Hwy 334-244-6162

Odessa’s Blessings 726 Forest Ave 334-265-7726

Gail’s Down the Street Café 2739 Zelda Rd 334-279-1009

Peyton’s Place 5344 Atlanta Hwy 334-396-3630

Golden Corral 1480 Eastern Blvd 334-532-0020

Piccadilly Cafeteria 2610 Eastern Blvd 334-271-6189

Isaiah’s Restaurant 135 Mildred St 334-265-9000 Mamma Nem’s 1200 Eastern Blvd 334-420-6262 Martin’s Restaurant 1796 Carter Hill Rd 334-265-1767

Red’s Little School House 20 Gardner Rd 334-584-7955 Wagon Wheel Café 1961 Maxwell Blvd 334-265-9979

Chick-Fil-A at RSA Tower (Downtown) 201 Monroe Street Montgomery, AL 36104 (334) 293-4773 Order Online: www.chick-fil-a.com/rsatower RSA Tower Hours: M-F 7am - 3pm

Sports Pub

Baumhower’s Restaurant 2465 Eastern Blvd 334-271-1831 Baumhower’s Restaurant 201 S Union St 334-263-8800 Buffalo Wild Wings 7971 Vaughn Rd 334-215-7977 Key Largo Bar & Grill 1343 Dalraida Rd 334-272-1402 Rock Bottom American Pub 2430 Eastern Blvd 334-239-7625

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

Wingers Sports Grill 2773 Bell Rd 334-277-3379

Faith

Seeing Yourself the Way

GodDoes

by Rev. Dr. Wendy R. Coleman

The way God sees us is sometimes the absolute opposite of how we see ourselves. While we see all of our flaws & shortcomings, He sees the beauty in His creation. While we see each and every one of our mistakes, He sees the wisdom we used to correct and learn from them. While we see the people who walked away from us for one reason or another, He sees those who are on their way into our life to bless us. While we see the foolish decisions we've made in the past, He sees how those same decisions helped us grow and become stronger, wiser, better. While we see how much time we've wasted in wrong relationships, He sees the future that's planned for us where new, better relationships await us. While we see those who broke our hearts - by our permission He sees the friends & loved ones who were and are there to help us through the healing process. The way God sees us and the things we go through is almost always different from the way we see them. The Word says that our thoughts are as far from God's as the east is from the west. That means we're an eternity apart. That means we're light years away. That means we will NEVER know what God is thinking . . . but we can ALWAYS trust that it's all good. Rev. Dr. Wendy R. Coleman serves as Pastor of First Congregational Christian Church, UCC, and as Chair for the Department of Theatre Arts at Alabama State University.

The purpose of CEF Military Children’s Ministry™ is to serve alongside military chaplains, chapels and churches in military communities to specifically meet the spiritual needs of military children. We strive to establish them in the Word of God and in the local military chapel or church for Christian living. Our programs bring continuity, consistency, and positive reinforcement of each child’s value to God, family, and the military community.

Photo Courtesy of the U.S. Army

Ed Solomon, Director CEF Military Children’s Ministry™ ed.solomon@cefonline.com www.cefonline.com/mcm (334) 233-0133

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

Lighthouse Christian Academy 334-271-4200

Private Schools Alabama Christian Academy 334-277-1985

Macon-East Montgomery Academy 334-277-6566

Calvary Christian 334-281-9633

Montessori Academy 334-262-8685

Churchill Academy 334-270-4225 Eastwood Christian School 334-273-1164 Evangel Christian Academy 334-272-3882 Frazer Memorial 334-279-0271 Green Gate 334-281-3300 Holy Cross Episcopal School 334-395-8222

The Montgomery Academy 334-272-8210 Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School 334-272-7220

Seventh Day Adventist 334-272-6437

Faulkner University 334-272-5820

Success Unlimited Academy 334-819-8005

Fortis College 334-272-3857

Trinity Presbyterian School 334-213-2100

Huntingdon College 334-833-4497

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

Jones School of Law 334-386-7495

Sylvan Learning Center 334-262-0043

SafetyNet Academy 334-277-1334

Universities Alabama State University 334-229-4100

Saint James School 334-277-8033

Amridge University 334-387-3878

St. Bede 334-277-8551 St. Jude Educational Institute 334-264-5376

Auburn Montgomery 334-244-3000

Prince Institute of Professional Studies 334-271-1670 South University 334-395-8800 Trenholm State Technical College 334-420-4200 Troy University 334-241-9537 Virginia College 334-277-3390

Education Station Spotlight on . . .

AUM Wellness Center by Donna Ellis

Stretching across 73,000 square feet of landscaping, the AUM Wellness Center features a rock climbing wall, aquatic center, indoor track, cardio room, weight room and many more amenities. Located at the entrance of AUM, the Wellness Center is definitely a sight to see. Its sleek, lean and contemporary structure demonstrates AUM's commitment to the health and wellness of its students and the surrounding community. AUM's Wellness Center provides the full wellness experience with state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, and research facilities. The Wellness Center has a little something for everybody. The rock-climbing wall offers an experience for all levels, and is one of the few in Alabama! The aquatic center, which opens up to the outside, features a lap and vortex pool with a jacuzzi outside. Multipurpose rooms are accessible for spinning, yoga, Zumba, turbo kick, hip-hop dance, toning, box mania, and much more. Multi-purpose basketball courts are offered for additional sports including pickle, badminton, and volleyball. The Wellness Center also includes an indoor track that oversees the basketball court and outside scenic views. The cardio room is complete with treadmills, upright and recumbent bikes, stair steppers, ellipticals, and other various machines equipped with touch screen monitors. The weight room is fully equipped with resistance machines, dumbbells, and much more. The Wellness Center also has a juice bar and locker rooms. As a fitness professional and group exercise instructor at the AUM Wellness Center, I am truly impressed with this state-of-the-art facility. Our community is very fortunate to have such an amazing asset in our area. The center is also open to the community. For more information, call Louis Thornton at 334.244.3546 or email lthorn1@aum.edu. 36

A world-class education is closer than you think. Outstanding Academics

Dream Live Own

Auburn Montgomery was ranked as one of the top 100 universities in

the Southeast for 2011 by U.S. News & World Report and consistently receives recognition for academic excellence. We make sure your education will be relevant by constantly striving to provide programs that meet the needs of today’s workplace. That’s why we have recently added programs in in-demand fields including homeland security and emergency management, and cybersystems and information security.

Supportive Environment With an unbeatable student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1, you will receive personal attention and support from your instructors. AUM has all the amenities and first-rate academics you might find on a larger campus, but here, you will be much more than just another face in the crowd.

Amazing Recreational Opportunities At AUM, you’ll exercise more than your brainpower. Our new state-ofthe art, 73,000-squre-foot Wellness Center will open in August, giving AUM students everyday access to an indoor pool, running track, rock climbing wall, extensive team sports facilities, and fitness classes of all kinds. It’s a great time to join the Warhawk nation!

Apply by August 1- no undergraduate application fees!

visit www.aum.edu

Kid's Corner

Why we should SCARE our children! by Boyd Saunders & Yvonna Richardson

From ghoulies and ghosties And long-leggedy beasties And things that go bump in the night, Good Lord, deliver us! A Scottish Tale BOO! The season to be frightened, Halloween, is just around the corner and many parents cringe at children's request to read spooky books and scary stories, or even worse, watch them on television and in movies. Many parents worry that exposure to evil characters can send the wrong message, so they steer clear of these tales altogether - hoping children will sleep nightmare-free and happily ever after. But psychologists say scary tales serve an important purpose in a child's development. Experts believe frightening stories provide great nail-biting entertainment, spine-tingling scary adventures and actually help kids face the fears they already have - and vanquish them. Building new found confidence. Scary stories allow children to experience a full range of emotions concerning topics like abandonment, while at the same time experience the vicarious thrill of fending for themselves and emerging victorious. Other tales help kids wrestle with their negative impulses, such as greed and envy, and sibling rivalry. Every time the monster, witch, or bad guy dies or goes away, it magically restores children's faith in their ability to conquer their own troublesome emotions. An open door allowed a gigantic lizard (3 inch) to crawl into Boyd's classroom at Green Gate from the playground, and most of his fellow students screamed with fear. This made Boyd curious. He was studying percentages and he wanted to know what percent of his fellow students were scared of spiders. His next thought was . . . if not spiders, what fears lay under their bed? Boyd's quest led him on a mission of discovery, and he too lost some of his fears in talking to others about theirs. Finding such random fears as bugs, closets, and certain foods made the usual "monster under the bed" seem silly. I guess the experts were right, Boyd overcame his own fears of what lies under the bed . . . . As an educator, I know if you can get a child to become an avid reader you have accomplished something huge. One of my favorite authors, R. L. Stein, who has been sending shivers down children's spines for 20 years, is certainly one of the best. Each year, I attend the National Book Fair sponsored by the Library of Congress in Washington D.C. Stein was a guest author this year. Stein, having sold 3 million "Goosebumps" in 32 languages, a television show, and related merchandise, did not disappoint me or my 25 year old daughter who read his first book in 1992 "Welcome to Dead House.â&#x20AC;? He signed books for 2 hours and spoke twice to a standing room only crowd that thoroughly enjoyed his reading aloud from past books as well as a glimpse into his new book. Boyd and I agree if you want a good spine tingling, hair-raising, belly laugh read any "Goosebump" book with your child this Halloween!

Kid's Corner

Mom and Me Mosaics

by Kasey Hope

These are super easy to make and with the upcoming Holiday season, you could make tons of these for gifts! To get started grab a picture frame (we chose the $1 frames from Michaels), paint, Triple Thick, and some 'add ons.' For this project, we used clear stones, the kind you find in the floral department of any craft store. In the past I have also used shells, buttons, or beads. The steps are as easy as 1,2,3.

1) Let your child paint the frame the color of their choice and let dry.

2) Mom...Coat the frame with a thick layer of Triple Thick. 3) Let your little one attach the 'add ons' on top of the wet Triple Thick.

Let it dry and there you have it! I hope you have as much fun as we did!

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

Tonya Speedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dance Connection

Birthday Parties Here! Themed parties for all ages!

The winners of our 14th annual Pet Photo Contest calendar cover are Island Hopper and The Pirate, owned by Dana Ball.

Ballerina Pop Princess Disco Diva Sassy Shake It Up (Disneymania) Teen Dance Party Justin Bieber Hoedown Throwdown Line Dance Tumbling Tots & much more!

3370 Harrison Road

Call 277-1098 or 549-1098

Find us on Facebook! www.tonyaspeedsdanceconnection.com www.tonyaspeedsdanceconnection.com

The Shoppes of My Kids Attic Consignment

Sale!

Fall/Winter Consignment Sale Receiving Dates Aug 25-26 and Aug 31 - Sept 1 Sale Dates Sept 8-15; 10am - 6pm For Sale Details, Please Check Our Website!

www.mykidsattic.biz

The Shoppes of My Kids Attic Has Over 60 Unique Boutiques & Gifts For Every Occasion!

Monogramming, Vinyl Decals, Pewter, Jewelry, Purses, Luggage & More!

401 Coliseum Blvd., Montgomery, AL Eastbrook Shopping Center

Find us!

334-270-1456

Open Mon - Sat: 10am - 6pm

Meow, Woof & Chirp

Common Pet Myths by Dr. Phil Mitchell, DVM

Regardless of whether you own a pet that barks or purrs, you still have probably heard a myth or two about them. Below are some truths, facts and falsehoods about some common myths about dogs and cats.

can be compared to a human humming or whistling. Most common, we hum or whistle when we are happy. However, their are times humans whistle or hum as a response to stress, fright, or discomfort.

CATS

DOGS

MYTH: Cats are independent and do not need much attention. FACT: Although grown cats tend to sleep long hours each day, they still need daily exercise and mental stimulation to stay healthy. Pet stores have an array of options to fill this need. However, I have also found, a wadded sheet of paper rolling across the floor can provide ample stimulation and exercise without the added expense. Other attention cats need is with daily grooming. Although cats are “self bathers” it is impossible for them to remove all excess hair. For this reason, brushing your cat is helpful with removing the hair. It can also help with problems associated with hairballs. MYTH: Cats rarely get sick. FACT: Cats do get sick, they just have a keen instinctual ability to “mask” pain. The genetic instinct to “protect” themselves from becoming a “predator” is much stronger in cats than dogs and many times it takes a well trained eye from someone who daily deals with common feline illness to notice the change. MYTH: Cats have clean mouths. FACT: Cats can harbor over 300 species of bacteria in their mouths and can be a source of severe infection if humans and other animals if bitten. This is why cat bites are painful and should be treated to avoid infection. This bacteria also gives cats their on set of oral health problems which have a direct link to diabetes and kidney disease. To avoid problems caused by these bacteria, have your cats teeth cleaned. MYTH: Cats purr because they are happy. FACT: It is true that most cats purr in the presence of their owners or when being petted. It is this association that founded this myth. However, cats also purr when they are sick, stressed, injured, frightened, or in pain. In fact, I have even heard them purring while giving birth and before death. Many veterinarians believe purring is an expression of a strong emotion-whether positive or negative-than it is an expression of just one particular emotion-happiness. Purring 42

MYTH: Happy dogs always wag their tails. FACT: Dogs do wag their tails when they are happy, but they also wag their tails when they are upset or challenged. There are several physical body motions and cues that help dogs communicate their intent. A wagging tail can mean either agitation or excitement. A dog that wags his tail slowly and moves his entire rear end or crouches down in the classic “play bow” position is usually demonstrating a friendly wag. Tails that are wagged when held higher, tails that “twitch,” or a wagging tail held over the back may be associated with aggression. MYTH: Dogs like tasty food like table scraps. FACT: Dogs have very poor taste buds and eat primarily based on their sense of smell. This being said, what dogs are primarily enjoying from the table scrap provision is the attention they are getting. Unfortunately, “fatty” scraps can cause digestive problems such as pancreatitis, while chunks of bone can obstruct the intestines. Cooked bones are brittle and when they are chewed they can break up into sharp fragments that can pierce the intestines, which can cause a life-threatening emergency. Instead of giving that piece of left over steak or chicken bone, sneak in a carrot stick or a veterinarian approved treat. MYTH: Dogs eat grass when they are sick. FACT: Dogs descended from wild wolves, and foxes that ate every part of their “kill,” including the stomach contentswhich included berries, grass, and other vegetation. Many scientists believe grass was once part of dog’s normal diet and eating small amounts of grass is normal and can provide roughage to the diet. Occasionally, dogs do eat things that upset their stomachs. In this case, eating grass rapidly will induce vomiting. However, there is no sound evidence that suggest dogs eat grass primarily because they are sick.

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

Parking Lot

Supercar Legend by Brett Richardson

Not that many will be prowling the streets of Montgomery, Alabama….but McLaren released their new supercar, the P1, at the Paris Motor Show, and it has been all the rage in the auto world. Since the F1 is probably the most legendary of all supercars, everyone has been waiting for this innovative company to come to bat with another treat. This car definitely takes the cake for most appealing design and style of anything on the market. Many skeptics question the car's performance, but at less than 2900 pounds and 963 horsepower, it has already set the standard at many known race tracks. This car is set to release next year, and the company hopes to sell about 4,000 units in the next few years. McLaren plans on taking the supercar market back from the likes of Bugatti, Ferrari and Lamborghini; this model seems to have everything going for it including its Formula 1 inspiration. I cringed when I discovered this was a twoseat car, unlike the F1 which had three, the driver seat in the center. In street mode, the tuned-down vehicle produces a mere 803hp with active management stability in effect. When in track mode, the 3.8l twin turbo v-8 jumps to 160hp with computer controlled ride height adjustments. Many of the enthusiasts are disappointed that it is not going to be offered in a manual gearbox. The tiptronic paddle shifter offers a much faster option than a human, but I guess it takes some of the “fun” out of the driving experience. There will always be varying opinions on what options should be available, but it's hard to satisfy everyone when only 4,000 are being produced. “Our aim is not necessarily to be the fastest in absolute top speed, but to be the quickest and most rewarding seriesproduction road car on a circuit,” McLaren managing director Anthony Sheriff said. “It is the true test of a supercar's all-round ability and a much more important technical statement. It will be the most exciting, most capable, most technologically advanced and most dynamically accomplished supercar ever made.” I'm going to start investing in lottery tickets and crossing my fingers. 44

x WON’T JUST SETTLE FOR GREAT. When you find out you need the best, it’s good to know that you already have it. Our spray-on truck bedliners and protective coatings are engineered to work overtime. All the time. A 1:1 ratio of iso-to-resin makes for a less rubbery, more durable surface. Our X factor is chemical perfection. And that’s what gives Frost & Sullivan the confidence to name us 2008 Product of the Year. For retailers visit LineX.com.

bE OvERpROTEcTivE.™

LINE-X of North Texas - Lewisville 708 Valley Ridge Cir Lewisville, TX 75057 Phone: (972) 434-5463

Not just for trucks anymore! Find out all the ways Line-X can be used. Call or visit our website: www.linexofmontgomeryal.com LINE-X of North Texas - Lewisville 708 Valley Ridge Cir Lewisville, TX 75057 Phone: (972) 434-5463

LINE-X of North Texas - Lewisville 708 Valley Ridge Cir Lewisville, TX 75057 Phone: (972) 434-5463

5860 E. Shirley Ln. Montgomery, AL 36117

334-274-1310

Local Service. Local Quality.

In this day and age, printers aren’t hard to find. There’s practically one on every corner and they’ve saturated the internet. However, McQuick Printing isn’t your average printing company. We offer a wide array of services to fit any need. Award winning design, friendly and knowledgeable sales staff, excellent customer service and of course...

quality printing, signage and promotional products. Toll Free: 866.290.8013 | art@mcquickprinting.com Montgomery | Auburn | Tuskegee

Insurance 101

Seven Factors Affecting Your Auto Insurance Premiums by Henry Hernandez, State Farm™ Insurance Agent

There are a number of key factors most insurance companies use to calculate how much you’ll end up paying for your auto insurance. What’s important to remember is that you can control many of these factors. Your location, age, driving habits, and credit history all play a major role, as do the types of vehicles you drive and your record of accidents. In many cases, the choices you make about the coverage you want determine the cost of your premium. Below is a more detailed look at seven key factors that affect your auto insurance premiums, as well as some suggestions for keeping the costs down:

1. Your Coverage And Deductibles Auto insurance providers allow you to choose your deductible and decide whether to add additional coverage that isn’t necessarily required by the laws in your state. The specifics of your coverage and deductibles play a major role in your monthly payment. Typically, choosing a higher deductible means a lower monthly payment; choosing a lower deductible means a higher monthly payment. Additional coverage gives you added financial protection, depending on the claim, but will also add to your monthly costs. 2. What You Drive By collecting a large amount of data from customer claims and analyzing industry safety reports, auto insurance providers often develop vehicle safety ratings and offer discounts to customers who drive safer vehicles. Some insurers increase premiums for cars more susceptible to damage, occupant injury, or theft, and lower rates for those that fare better than the norm. 2010 Toyota 4Runners, for example, rate highly in terms of driver protection and passenger protection, which means discounts on insurance. And while two-door Honda Civics are one of the country’s most popular vehicles, their lower-thanaverage safety ratings and desirability to car thieves make them more expensive to insure. Before you head down to the dealership, do some research. Does the vehicle that has caught your eye have strong safety ratings? Is the same particular model often stolen? Knowing the answers to a few simple questions can go a long way in keeping your rates low. 3. How Often, And How Far, You Drive People who use their car for business and long-distance commuting normally pay more than those who drive less. The more miles you drive in a year, the higher the chances of an accident – regardless of how safe a driver you are. Consider joining a car or van pool, riding your bike, or taking public transportation to work. If you reduce your total annual driving mileage enough, you may lower your premiums.

4. Where You Drive Generally, due to higher rates of vandalism, theft, and accidents, urban drivers pay more for auto insurance than do those in small towns or rural areas. 5. Your Driving Record Drivers who cause accidents generally must pay more than those who are accident-free for several years. If you’ve been accident-free for a long period of time, don’t get complacent! Remain vigilant and maintain your good driving habits. And even though you can’t rewrite your driving history, having an accident on your record can be an important reminder always to drive with caution and care. As time goes on, the effect of past accidents on your premiums will decrease. 6. Your Age, Sex, And Marital Status Accident rates are higher for all drivers under age 25, especially young males and single males. Insurance prices in most states reflect these differences. If you’re a student, you might also be in line for a discount. Most auto insurers provide discounts to student-drivers who maintain strong grades. In some states, younger drivers are also able to take driver safety courses that will lower premiums. 7. Your Credit Score There’s no doubt about it: Your credit score has an impact on your auto insurance rates. Studies have shown that credit history is a powerful predictor of future auto insurance losses, and so your score is one of many factors that insurers use to calculate risk. Another way to keep your rates down is to get your credit score up. How can you do that? While consumers aren’t privy to the exact details of how FICO scores are calculated, there are a number of reliable strategies to improve your credit score. Consider paying down revolving debt, cultivating a long credit history, and disputing erroneous charges – just a few ways to improve your score. 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

We are Moving! Henry Hernandez State Farm Agency is moving November 1st! Please come visit or call us at our new location for a complimentary review of your insurance needs.

Insuring your life helps protect their future.

To better serve our customers, we are moving to: 3574 Quad Parkway

Vaughn Road

Quad Parkway E. Bypass

Montgomery, AL 36116 Agent Name, State Farm Agent 334-271-6000 Street Address On Taylor Road between Vaughn Road and City, State, Zip Troy Highway Phone Across from Sherwin Williams Paint E-mail

Henry Hernandez State Farm Agent Henry@HenryHernandez.net

Bell Road Old Office

Taylor Road East

It can also provide for today. Taylor Road I’ll show you how a life insurance policy with living Troy Highway benefits can help your family with both long-term and short-term needs. ® GET A BETTER STATE. GET TOTO A BETTER STATE. CALL MECALL TODAY. ME TODAY. ®

4017 Troy Highway Montgomery, AL 36116 Office: (334) 288-3227 Fax: (334) 288-3228 www.HenryHernandez.net

State Farm Life Insurance Company (Not licensed in MA, NY or WI) State Farm Life and Accident Assurance Company (Licensed in NY and WI) Bloomington, IL

47 47

Shopping Spree

What's New? Scarves may not be new but they are really making a come back. For the past couple of years from woven to silk, scarves have pushed their way back on to the runway. You can use a scarf for warmth, on a cold winters day, or just to add a "pop" to an outfit. Scarves add color and style to most any outfit. Scarves are a must have for the young and the young at heart. At It'Za Gift we have embraced the trend by searching the world for the best and most unique scarves. We are so excited to introduce Powder Scarves from Evergreen of England. These scarves are made of the best materials with a wide variety of colors and styles. It'Za Gift was chosen to be the only store in Montgomery to carry this line.

GIRLS NIGHT OUT TRUNK SHOW On November 27th beginning at 6:00 in the evening a representative, from Powder Scarves, will be here to show us 25 ways to tie a scarf. We will learn how to wear a scarf to enhance any outfit and how to hide the signs of aging. We will give a away a Powder scarf to a lucky winner at the party. We hope you will save this date and bring a friend to enjoy the evening with other women from our community. Don't miss the Girls Night Out at It'Za Gift in the Pepper Tree Shopping Center off Vaughn Road. 334-819-7098 (You can find us on Facebook.)

Sherry DeBray Author/ Columnist Owner of It'Za Gift in the Pepper Tree Shopping Center Sherry.debray@gmail.com

Pepper Tree Shopping Center 8127 Vaughn Road sherry.debray@gmail.com

334-819-7098

JOIN US TO CELEBRATE THE SEASONS

Christmas Open House

Pre-View Party Thursday, November 1st, 5pm - 8pm The first 25 guests on Thursday evening will receive a FREE GIFT! Open House continues through the weekend with all Christmas items 20% off. Nov. 2nd 10am - 7pm & Nov. 3rd 10am - 5pm

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Za Gift and Interiors

Shopping Spree

Pamala's Boutique was founded 2 years ago in 2010, Pam Jordan (owner) started it as a hobby in her home, it quickly out grew her home and she recruited her daughter, Whittney Jordan Burdette as the store manager. They trusted in God completely and started their new journey. It started out as a gift store with candles, home decor, jewelry, purses, crosses and collegiate items,and faceless angels by JAF, then after a year they decided to try clothes and shoes. After much success we decided to give shipping a whirl, we are now shipping all over the United States and other countries as well. We are currently in the middle of a big move across the street in the Publix shopping center on Vaughn Road. Recently we have added the Miss Me brand (jeans & shirts) and Corral boot brand as well. We believe in the "old school" system of customer service, we go above and beyond the norm in taking great care of our customers, we appreciate each and every one of them so why not treat them well.We specialize in helping our customers put outfits together from head to toe. We believe this entire journey has been led by God and He is the reason we continue to do this. We have met the most incredible people over the last 2 years, they are very special to us personally. 50

Shopping Spree

Dreamers Photography by Adrienne Quick

334.324.8884

www.dreamersphotography.com adrienne@dreamersphotography.com Facebook: Dreamers Photography by Adrienne Quick

Mela’s Boutique

Fa bu lou s N e w Orlea n s fa s hion at affo rd a ble p rice s

2015 Mulberry Street 334-239-9999 store 334-221-2731 cell Mela’s Boutique Open 11am - 6pm Tuesday-Saturday

Worth A Look

by Rebekah Edwards Lush Makeup Art

Fall Into Red Everyone loves red lipstick! This gorgeous color is timeless and accentuates the positives in your overall look. It makes teeth look whiter, yellow skin undertones are eliminated, and women in red lipstick always appear elegant. Unfortunately, many people are afraid of wearing red lipstick. They only consider fire engine red and not other versions of the red lip. The trick to looking great is to choose the right shade for you! Start by determining your skin tone. Here are some tips to help pick out the right red for you: Fair skin: Since your complexion is prone to redness; look for a sheer blue based red lipstick. This will make your fair skin pop. One that I love for fair skin is Aveda Sheer Mineral lip color in "Cerise". Olive skin: Lucky for you, you can pull off almost any shade of red. Thank your warm undertones! Dark Skin- To balance your complexions' undertone, look for reds that have a brown base. A red that I love for darker skin ladies is Glo Minerals Perfect Lip Duo in "Royal".

LushMakeupArt.com

A few other tips to remember when choosing a red lipstick for the fall. In general, if you look better in "cooler" colors, rather than "warms", consider a dark ruby red with a hint of pink or burgundy Two lipsticks that are sure to please are:. Aveda Sheer Mineral lipstick in "Cherry Bud" and Glo Minerals "Auergine". Also, rememeber when wearing a red lipstick you may need to change up your cheek tones. All of the products mentioned above are avaialable at Dougs 2 Salon.

For All Your Beaut y Needs

Amy Strickland

334-318-0781

Datebook Harvest Time at Old Alabama Town October 1-31 Old Alabama Town 301 Columbus St. 888-240-1850

Harriott II Dinner Cruise October 5, 12, 19, 26 6:30 - 9pm Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa St. 334-625-2100 The Harriott II Dinner Cruise boards at 6:30pm, Departs at 7:00pm and returns to dock at 9:00pm. There will be live entertainment, cash bar and concessions available. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer October 6â&#x20AC;&#x201C;20 Alabama Shakespeare Festival One Festival Dr. 800-841-4ASF

Come celebrate harvest time in the 1800s. Enjoy tours of the cotton gin and grist mill, and get a firsthand look at farming in the 19th century. Individual self-guided tours offered Mon-Sat., 9am-3pm. Guided tours available by reservation for groups of 10 or more. Admission charged. www.oldalabamatown.com Scenic Lunch Cruise October 3; 11 am-12:30 pm Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa St. 334-625-2100 This cruise will board at 11am and Cruise from 11:30am 12:30pm Ticket Prices: $19/person (with lunch), $9/Adult (Ride Only), and $7/Child (Ride Only). Alabama National Fair October 5-14 Garrett Coliseum 1555 Federal Dr. 334-272-6831

Midway rides, main stage entertainment, food, information and commercial booths, kids area, livestock and other competition, family faith day, and much more! www.alnationalfair.org 56

Adapted from the novel by Mark Twain, by Laura Eason. An adventure as mighty as the Mississippi! Tom and Huck are just one step ahead of evil Injun Joe. Treasure, murder and their own funeral bring them to the edge of disaster. From the greatest American humorist of all time comes this tale of danger and adventure, rich with unforgettable images of life on the Mississippi. Recommended for ages 6+. Appropriate for most audiences. The 2012 Montgomery Half Marathon, Capital City 5K and Mayor's Mile Presented By Hyundai October 6 334-356-7271 The premier event for runners in the River Region, the Montgomery Half is one of the area's fastest growing elite races, drawing 2500+ participants. Montgomery MultiSport will be executing the Montgomery Half Marathon. Half Marathon at 7am, 5K at 7:15am, 1 Mile at 10:30am. Getaway Cruise October 6, 13, 20; 4:30 -7pm Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa St. 334-625-2100 The cruise will board at 4:30 pm and cruise from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Ticket Prices: $20/Adults & $15/Children. There will be live entertainment, cash bar and concessions.

‘S 2 0 1 2 — 2 0 1 3 S e A S o n

w O r l D - c l A s s t h e At r e

in the Heart of the sOutheAst /alabamashakes

/alabamashakes

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Oct. 6–20 A Christmas Carol Nov. 23–Dec. 23 Macbeth Jan. 25–Feb. 9; May 10 & 18 Ethel Feb. 8–March 3

To Kill a Mockingbird March 8–24; May 12–18 Twelfth Night March 28–30; April 23 & 30; May 9 Around the World in 80 Days April 19–May 19 God of Carnage April 18–May 19 Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash July 11–Aug. 4

Call and get your season tickets today!

AlAbAmA ShAkeSpeAre FeStivAl

montgomery, Alabama 1-800-841-4273 www.ASF.net

Create Treasures From “Trash” October 6, 2pm - 6pm Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts 1 Museum Dr. 334-240-4369 Orientation Circle

Family Art Affair welcomes all ages! Bring the entire family to the museum for this special FREE fun day, combining music and art! The Capital City Artist Art Show October 7 The Armory Learning Arts Center 1018 Madison Ave. The Capital City Artist will be having an art show that will run the whole month of October at the Armory Learning Arts Center. There will be an opening reception on Sunday, October 7th in conjunction with the Montgomery Art Trek. caldwellgallery1@gmail.com.

Blues Cruise October 7, 14, 21, 28; 5:30 - 8pm Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa St. 334-625-2100 This cruise will board at 5:30 pm and cruise from 6 - 8 pm. Ticket Prices are $20 per adult and $15 per child. There will be live entertainment, cash bar and concessions. After School Art I (ages 6 to 8) October 10, 17, 24, 31 3:45pm - 4:45pm Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts 1 Museum Dr. 334-240-4369 During these weekly classes with instructor Donna Pickens & Educational Staff, students will explore different art techniques, elements of art and principles of design, related to art in the Museum. They will use a variety of art materials to create drawings, paintings, ceramics, and sculpture, including oil and chalk pastels, colored pencils, acrylic, watercolor, and tempera paint, clay and mixed media sculpture. All supplies are provided. Class size is limited to 12 students. Cost: $125 members; $185 nonmembers for the series of 10 classes. 57

Datebook After School Art II (ages 9 to 13) October 11, 18, 25; 4pm - 5pm Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts 1 Museum Dr. 334-240-4369

This series of weekly classes for upper elementary and junior high students offers more advanced art techniques and principles of design, in connection with works of art and exhibitions in the Museum. Lessons will include a variety of art materials and techniques, such as drawing with pen and ink, colored pencils, oil and chalk pastels; painting with acrylics and watercolors; creating mixed media and collage works of art; sculpting with clay, and mixed media. All supplies are provided. Class size is limited to 10 students. Instructors will be Donna Pickens & Education staff. Cost: $125 members; $185 non-members for the series of 10 classes. “In Love With Tyrone” October 11, 12, 13 Montgomery Performing Arts Center 201 Tallapoosa St. 334-481-5100

“In Love With Tyrone” is a story about a woman’s journey to find herself again after she has been betrayed by the love of her life. What happens when the right woman falls in love with the wrong man? Starring Robin Givens and Leon. Thursday, October 11 at 8:00 pm; Friday, October 12 at 8:00 pm; Saturday, October 13 at 7:00 pm. Tickets: $46.50 and $43.50. 58

ZooBoo October 12-14, 19-21, 25-31 6pm - 9pm Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum 2301 Coliseum Pkwy. 334-240-4900

Join us at the Montgomery Zoo for 13 nights of horror and fun at Zooboo! Enjoy the horror-filled haunted hay ride thrill ride (scary ride) or for the kiddies or weak at heart, enjoy the pumpkin pull, a fall festival-like wagon hay ride (non-scary ride). Also, the zoo is filled with assorted halloween-themed games and rides; including bouncy houses, slides and horse trail rides. The creatures of the night nightly live animal presentations are held at the overlook cafe. Enjoy zooboo at your montgomery zoo. Zooboo admission: $12 for ages 3 years and older. Admission includes one ride ticket (either to the haunted hay ride or the pumpkin pull) and 10 game tickets (one sheet). Free for ages 2 years and younger. Montgomery zoo members receive a 50% discount. Additional ride tickets are $6.00. Additional game tickets (one sheet) are $6.00. www.montgomeryzoo.com. Tavern Fest October 12 Old Alabama Town 301 Columbus St. 888-240-1850 A good time for an even better cause- Landmarks Foundation’s annual fall fundraiser brings nothing less than great food, music and a dancing-good-time. Enjoy the outdoor street festival’s sounds of fabulous bands and tease your palette with the guiltiest of Southern pleasures, plus craft beer tasting and fine wine. Admission charged. www.oldalabamatown.com 1st Annual River Region Prayer Walk October 13, 8am Union Station Train Shed 300 Water St. 334-284-0755 Vaughn Forest G2 Women’s Ministry is hosting a prayer walk to bring together the citizens of the River Region. Join the citizens of the River Region to pray over our cities, our government leaders, schools and teachers, uniformed heroes and servants, pastors and ministry leaders, and all of the people that make up the River Region.

t The BigTop

â&#x2DC;&#x2026; Friday â&#x2DC;&#x2026;

Oct

7 p.m.

Tickets

Call 386-0859 Dr. and Mrs. Sanders M. Benkwith interactive.advertising.social.media.content

MAO-Half Page Ad-12.indd 1

Riverwalk Wine Festival October 13, 1 - 4pm Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa St. 334-625-2100 Event will include wine tasting from 10 different distributors representing over 100 wineries. Wine Distributors include: MBC United Distributing, The Wine Source, Rush Wines, Global Wines, Pinnacle Imports, Grassroots Distributors, Alabama Crown Distributing, M&J Wines, Vizzini Farms Winery, and Bodega de Mendoza. Admission is $25 per person and will include: etched commemorative wine glass, discounted wine purchases from participating local wine shoppes, food vendors, live music. Picnic baskets and coolers are welcome, but NO outside alcohol per ABC guidelines. Discounted tickets for a special Harriott II Wine Cruise.

8/20/12 3:05 PM

Riverwalk Wine Fest Cruise October 13, 4:30 - 7pm Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa St. 334-625-2100 The cruise will board at 4:30pm and cruise from 5 - 7pm. Ticket Prices: $20/Adults (Without a Festival Ticket) and $10/Adults (With a Festival Ticket). There will be live entertainment, cash bar and concessions. Girls Night Out October 13; 6:30 pm Artistic Expressions 2481 Pinnacle Way, Prattville 334-285-7878 Paint, hang out, relax, and have some girl time! Bring in your favorite beverage and munchies and enjoy a fun night out with the girls! Reservations are required. A $10 deposit is due at registration that goes toward the piece you paint. This month's piece is a Dip Chiller. 59

Datebook The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer October 13, 7:30am Huntingdon College 334-288-3432 Join the American Cancer Society in the fight to end breast cancer at its Third Annual "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" of Montgomery. By participating in this inspiring 5K walk, you not only honor and celebrate those impacted by breast cancer, but every step you take and every dollar raised helps save lives. When more walkers raise money to fight breast cancer, there will be more survivors able to celebrate more birthdays. makingstridesmontgomery.org. Junior League Holiday Market October 17-20 MultiPlex At Cramton Bowl 1022 Madison Ave. 334-288-8826

The Junior League Holiday Market will be taking place at the new addition to Downtown Montgomery, the MultiPlex at Cramton Bowl. Be prepared to shop 'til you drop with over 100 merchants! Preview Party Wednesday, October 17th, 6 - 9pm. Market starts Thursday & Friday, October 18th - 19th, 9am - 9pm; Saturday, October 20th, 9am - 5pm Smoke On The Water Cruise October 18; 6:30 pm-9:00 pm Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa St. 334-625-2100 The Harriott II and Havana Dreamin' present a "Smoker's Haven" cruise! Boarding begins at 6:30pm with the boat cruising from 7 - 9 pm. Light Hors D'ouevres and Cash Bar will be available. Live Entertainment will be provided. Tickets are $25/ person. Adults Only. 60

Late Nite Catechism October 19–21 Alabama Shakespeare Festival One Festival Dr. 800-841-4ASF

Presented by Entertainment Events, Inc., Late Nite Catechism, by Vicki Quade & Maripat Donovan, is an uproariously funny play that takes the audience back to their youth. The irrepressible Sister teaches class to a roomful of "students." Throughout the course of the class the benevolent instructor rewards the "students" for correct answers with glow-in-the-dark rosaries and other nifty prizes. Naughty students may well find themselves on stage sitting in a corner reflecting their actions. However, even the most reluctant "students" will be clamoring to get into this Sister's class. Now in its 14th year, Late Nite Catechism has brought its nostalgic kick to every state in the U.S. as well as to Canada, the U.K., and Australia. The Black Jacket Symphony presents Fleetwood Mac “Rumours” October 26, 8pm Montgomery Performing Arts Center 201 Tallapoosa St.; 334-481-5100 "The Symphony of Our Generation" The Black Jacket Symphony will return to Montgomery! The Black Jacket Symphony returns to the Montgomery Performing Arts Center to perform Fleetwood Mac’s “Rumours” live. Don’t miss this incredible recreation of Fleetwood Mac’s most successful record of all time–note for note, sound for sound, exactly as it was recorded. Find tickets at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000.

Jeepers Creepers Jog October 27, 8am College of Health Sciences at Alabama State University 915 S. Jackson St. Following the 5K and 1 Mile races, there will be a health fair set up in the lawn of the College of Health Sciences. Make sure you visit each booth and see how healthy you are or ways you can improve it! This is a family friendly event. Bring your kids and they can walk/jog with you! Also we are encouraging Halloween costumes...so get creative! We are looking forward to your participation and thank you for supporting the Department of Physical Therapy. Haunting On The Harriott October 27, 8 - 10:30pm Montgomery Parks and Recreation 200 Coosa St. 334-625-2100 Join us for this years "Haunting on the Harriott" Halloween-themed cruise. Boarding at 8pm, cruising from 8:30pm - 10:30pm. Ticket prices are $20/person. AdultsOnly Cruise. Cash bar and concessions available. Musical entertainment provided. Costumes required.

Christmas Open House Party at It'Za Gift November 1, 5 -8 pm Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Za Gift and Interiors 8127 Vaughn Rd. 334-819-7098

November 1st from 5 to 8pm is our Pre-View Christmas Open House Party at It'Za Gift. The first 25 people will receive a FREE GIFT. Christmas Open House will run through the weekend November 2nd and 3rd with everything Christmas 20% off.

Map It Out

31 5 29 3

32 17

35 28 20

10 43

34 12

24 31 13 19

1 Alabama Shakespeare Festival 46 Alabama State University Theater 2 American Forest Management 3 Artistic Expressions 36 Auburn University Montgomery 4 Biscuits Baseball

5 Chick Fil A Prattville 6 Chick Fil A RSA Tower 7 Chick Fil A Eastchase 47 Churchill Academy 34 Cupcakes by Tish 8 Dougs 2 Salon 38 Eastern Hills Baptist Church 9 Eastside Grille 10 Filet & Vine 11 Fine Line Engravers & Gifts 35 First Cong. Christian Church 12 Fitzgerald Museum

13 Green Gate School 14 Holy Cross Episcopal School

9 30

43 Hue Studio 15 It’Za Gift & Interiors

16 Jim ’n Nicks 17 Lee & Lan Florist 18 Line-X 19 Looney’s SuperSkate

39 36 37 26 1 23

25 Lush Makeup Art 39 Marquirette’s Fine Jewelry

20 McPhillips Shinbaum, LLP 21 Montgomery Humane Society

22 Montgomery Multisport 23 Montgomery Museum of Fine Art

25 15 8 22

37 Montgomery Spine Center 24 Mela’s Boutique

40 NY Gold & Diamond Buyers 45 Primary EyeCare

26 Resolution Camps 27 Riverfront Facilities

The

PRIDE of

Montgomery

28 SaZa Italian 29 Steak ’n Shake 30 Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital 31 The Look Boutique 32 The Shoppes of My Kids Attic 33 Tonya Speed’s Dance 41 State Farm - Henry Hernandez 42 Triton Sports Apparel 44 Troy University

130 Commerce Street Downtown Montgomery in Alley Station 334-495-SaZa (7292) www.sazapizza.com

Heated Outdoor Seating New TV's at Outside Bar Happy Hour 4-6 Mon-Fri Open 7 Days a Week Call for Reservations Catering Available