Hoover's Magazine July 2014

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Jaguars!

Attention must be paid to the Spain Park Jaguars, who won their firstever 6A state baseball championship in a three-game series at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery in May. Inside this issue, we’ve dedicated 12 pages to the Jags’ historic win over the Sparkman Senators (Page 10).

Photographer Jon Goering captured Spain Park’s winning moments from start to finish, and his photos tell a story of discipline, determination and love.

It’s hard to ignore the level of concentration in the eyes of the players, or the sheer joy upon realizing victory was theirs. Among the most shared photos on Twitter after the Jags’ win was the dogpile celebration on the field. It’s a moment forever frozen in time, and one players,

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parents, coaches and fans will never forget.

“I’m not sure I’ve ever seen a better example of true champions!” one person tweeted.

“Wonderful group of players and coaches that believed in each other every step of the way,” read another tweet.

Those Twitter sentiments also were caught on camera as players embraced one another and sprinted toward the Alabama High School Athletic Association’s blue map trophy.

It’s clear the players are more than teammates; they’re family.

High school athletics in Hoover has a knack for instilling the importance of performing well in the classroom, on the playing field and in daily living,

and a state championship makes that lesson all the more sweet. The pages chronicling the Jags’ journey are for our community to enjoy, and to celebrate yet another high school state championship in the city.

My congratulations to the Spain Park Jaguars, our AHSAA 6A state champs! You’ve done us proud! n

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Representing the Ham: Birmingham man turns city’s nickname into popular logo Amelia the Brave: Spain Park High School play goes to Atlanta

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FASHION 8 Summer Soiree:

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FEATURES 10 Jag Swag: Spain Park baseball takes state championship

EDUCATION 36 Snippets: Events in Hoover education and beyond

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JAG

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Spain Park baseball takes state championship WRITTEN BY DREW GRANTHUM PHOTOS BY JON GOERING

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istory has been made.

The Spain Park Jaguars captured their first baseball state championship in school history, taking down the Sparkman Senators in the AHSAA Class 6A state finals May 17.

After taking the opening game win, 2-1, May 16 at Paterson Field, the Jags took on the Senators at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery in a doubleheader to decide the title.

In the May 17 opener, a big inning by the Senators gave them a 5-0 win. Both teams played strong defense early, as neither team scored until Sparkman took a 1-0 lead in the first. A three-run bottom of the fifth proved to be the difference in the game, as the Sparkman cruised to the win.

With the championship on the line, the Jags delivered in game two. With two outs in the first, Austin Haight and Tyler Wise both singled, with Haight scoring on the Wise hit. A Josh Rich double scored Collin Walker — courtesy running for Wise — and Rich scored on a Parker Hall single to put the Jags up 3-0.

PAGE 11: The Spain Park Jaguars baseball team hoist the famous “blue map” trophy —and a fan— after winning the 2014 AHSAA Class 6A state baseball championship. CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: The Jaguars dog pile after taking down Sparkman, 9-4, in the final game of the championship series. Pitcher Tristan Widra celebrates after the final out. Catcher Tyler Wise gives chase to a Sparkman batter trying to apply a tag. Josh Rich embraces a teammate after the win. Rich tosses a ball hit back to the mound to first base in game two.

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Spain Park finished the season with an overall record of 38-17.

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: A fan debates an umpire’s call during the championship series. Austin Haight fouls off a pitch in game two. Matt Berler dives back into first base. Members of the team celebrate with the student section at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery. Tyler Wise aims to throw to second base.

Parker Hall attempts to slide into second.

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: First baseman Hunter Dawson gets ready to throw the ball across the diamond. Rich slides in to score a run. Haight celebrates after scoring.

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“I felt like in the first game we took the mindset not to lose

instead of winning. I’m proud of the way our guys bounced back.”

— Will Smith

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: Members of the squad race out to take the trophy. Head coach WIll Smith hoists the championship trophy after the win. Josh Rich delivers a pitch in game two.

Tyler Wise retrieves a pop fly. Winning pitcher Tristan Widra lifts a teammate in celebration. Right fielder Jon Sumner was named MVP of the series. Rodney Anderson hugs a teammate during the trophy celebration.

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Three Spain Park errors in the bottom of the inning allowed Sparkman to climb back into the contest and take a 4-3 lead.

With the bases loaded in the top of the second, Wise was struck by a pitch to bring in Matt Berler to tie the game.

Tied at 4-4 in the top of the third, Jaguar right fielder Jon Sumner made the play of the game —and the season— when he drilled a triple to right, scoring Alan Desantis, Dalton Brown and Berler in the process to put Spain Park up 7-4.

The Jags added two more in the top of the fifth when Desantis scored on a Sumner sacrifice fly, and Brown scored on a Sacrifice fly by Haight to put Spain Park up 9-4.

It was all either team scored, and the Jaguars took home the title.

“I don’t think it’s sunk in yet,” Spain Park head coach Will Smith said. “I felt like in the first game we took the mindset not to lose instead of winning. I’m proud of the way our guys bounced back.”

Sumner was named game MVP for his efforts, going 1-for-3 with four RBIs. Brown and Desantis each went 2-for-4 with 2 runs scored and Wise posted two RBIs. Tristan Widra tossed a gem on the mound, giving up no earned runs on three hits in seven innings of work. He gave up three walks while striking out seven in the win.

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: The team poses for a picture with the title. Alan DeSantis scoops up a ball barehanded in attempt to make a play. Catcher Tyler Wise looks to throw a runner out. Fans react to the team celebrating during the trophy presentation. Sumner’s triple in the third inning of game three gave the Jags the lead, and the squad never looked back, taking the 9-4 win.

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July is a busy month at Aldridge Gardens. There are weddings, parties and children having fun. Other people are learning all about our resident bees and birds. Yet there is always a place for those who want a restful retreat or a spot to take in the beauty of the lake, lush foliage and colorful flowers, or our abundant wildlife.

Photo courtesy of Rian Castillo

SUSTAINING SPONSORS Our Gardens are a success, in part because of those whose generous sponsorships enable us to maintain the grounds and to provide activities and events. Thank you to our 2014 Sustaining Sponsors: Shown in above photo are left to right: Artist Amy Peterson, Gene Smith and his wife Pam Smith, and Aldridge Gardens’ board member John Sellers. Gene and Pam Smith are great friends and Sustainers of the Gardens. In appreciation of their ongoing support, Aldridge Gardens presented the oil painting, “On My Pond” by Amy Peterson to Mr. Smith On May 18 during the Plein Air Paint Out at the Gardens. Mr. Smith dedicated the Frog Pond installation at the Gardens in honor of his mother.

The Frog Pond is the subject of the painting given to Mr. Smith.

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Coach’s

Life Lessons Devon Hind shares his motivational letters in new book WRITTEN BY LAUREN HEARTSILL DOWDLE PHOTOS BY JON GOERING

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oaches are known for motivating pep talks, mentoring athletes on and off the field, building students’ character and encouraging words.

Now, everyone can feel that type of inspiration by reading Devon “Coach” Hind’s book, “Run for Your Life: 21 Years of Inspirational Letters from a Coach to His Athletes.”

Hind, who grew up in Auburn Hills, Michigan, started running track when he was a ninth grader. He wasn’t planning on being a coach, but that changed after attending the University of Alabama where a coach told him about a job at Berry High School.

He started working as the track and crosscountry coach in 1978 and stayed there for three years before leaving and starting a lawn service company. Then in 1993, he returned to coaching at Simmons Middle School. After 10 years there, he became the coach at Hoover High School. Now in his 11th year as the varsity coach at Hoover, Hind has been a part 24

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of 20 state championships and 24 runner-ups.

Beyond training the student athletes, Hind has also been writing them letters for the past 21 years. “It’s just the way I communicate with them,” he says. “It lets them know what I’m thinking. I also share stories of my life through the letters.”

He began jotting the notes during the cross-country season and sharing them with his students about two decades ago, although he doesn’t quite remember how he got started.

“Then it became expected,” Hind says. “One time I tried not to do one, and the kids asked where it was.”

But it wasn’t just his students who wanted to read the notes – the parents liked seeing them, as well. “They look forward to them more than the students,” Hind says.

The hand-written letters weren’t just about sports, making them relatable to athlete and non-athlete alike. “I want the kids to be successful – not just on the cross-country course, but in life in general,” Hind says.

“The letters range from running strategies

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PAGE 24: Hoover High School Track & Field Coach Devon Hind is author of the book “Run For Your Life.” ABOVE: Hind started work as a track and cross country coach in 1978 at the former Berry High School.

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to setting goals,” Hind says. “But everything ties into life. Athletics are a mini scale of life – every one of them.”

Until this year, though, these letters were only shared with his students and their families.

“People have been telling me for years to put the letters in a book,” says Hind, who admits he was a little hesitant at first. “I wasn’t sure anyone would want to read my letters.”

With the support of friends, family, students and his athletes’ parents, Hind brought his notebook of letters to Tom Bailey, owner of Seacoast Publishing, who wanted to publish them. The book came out in March, and Hind says he’s been pleased with the response.

“It just makes people reflect on their own lives and what they’re doing,” Hind says. “One of my neighbors got the book, and the

next day, she told me she read about 10 of my letters and that it made her rethink her way of life.”

There are more than 200 letters in the book, all of which are copies of the hand-written originals, along with some of his poems and other writings. “It’s a good book for any age middle school and up,” he says. “It’s not even about running – it’s more about life.”

These life lessons don’t require readers to be on the field or in the locker room, and they are short and sweet.

“Each page is one story,” Hind explains. “So, you can pick it up and put it down. One story may make you laugh, and another may make you cry.”

To purchase the book, visit devonhindpublications.com. A book signing is set for August 14 at 7 p.m. at the Hoover Public Library. n

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After Hours @ the Plaza: Game Nite Do you have a favorite board game? Do you love to play party video games? Come and join in the fun at the Hoover Library After Hours @ the Plaza: Game Nite for adults on the fourth Friday of every other month from 7-10 p.m.

We have plenty of space if you want to bring your favorite game to share. The library Theresa Davis also provides some games like Librarian Pictionary, Trivial Pursuit, Apples to Apples, Uno and playing cards. Feel free to bring your friends or to come and meet some new like-minded people.

If your comfort zone is more in the video game arena, we have an Xbox 360 and a Wii, along with different party games like Mario Kart, Just Dance and Kinect Sports that are available to play. You can play singly or against your fellow gamers.

Come out and have fun with us at our next Game Nite on Friday, July 25 at 7 p.m. We have a good time with lots of fun in a relaxing and friendly atmosphere.

We love to see new faces, so please bring your friends!

And did I mention that the popcorn is free!

In addition, the library has recently added a new adult video game collection, located in our popular movies area. These video games are available to be checked out for a one-week period. This collection includes games for the Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS3 and PS4. These games are proving to be very popular and will be expanded over the next year.

To keep abreast of future dates for Game Nite and other select library events, please make sure to check out our Happenings @ the Hoover Library group on meetup.com. You can join our group there and be emailed a reminder each time we have a Game Nite event. You can also find us on Facebook, on Twitter and on our website at www.hooverlibrary.org. Hope to see you at Game Nite! n Theresa Davis is a library specialist in the fiction department at the Hoover Public Library. Visit HooverLibrary.org for more information.

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Representing the

Ham

Birmingham man turns the city’s nickname into an eye-catching image WRITTEN BY LAUREN HEARTSILL DOWDLE PHOTOS BY JON GOERING

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hen people think of Birmingham, they might imagine Vulcan, their favorite BBQ eatery or a sunny afternoon at Regions Field. But what comes to mind when they think of the city’s name?

For Jason Johnson, the answer was simple.

After moving his family from Atlanta to Hoover in 2012, he started to hear Birmingham referred to as B’ham – a word that was new to him.

“It just dawned on me one day – this was an idea that needed to be done,” he says. “It made such sense to put it in a visual form. I hadn’t seen it done, and I knew exactly what I wanted to do.”

So last summer, he paired the letter

“B” and a bone-in ham image, creating a logo to represent the city’s nickname.

Thus, his company, The Original B’ham, was born.

He started by putting the logo on car decals, but his line soon expanded to include classic printed tees, baby apparel, front license plates, car air fresheners (not ham scented), canvas totes and embroidered caps. He’s currently in the process of getting a trademark status.

“People want to take pride in where they live,” Johnson says. “Every city and area has its own unique things that make it different: Landmarks, history and sometimes nicknames.”

Now, residents can spot his image on bumpers and people around the city, which is one way people learn about his products.

“It’s a weird feeling seeing it on cars,” he says. “You create something, and you see someone else appreciates it enough

to put it on his car.”

While the decals remain the topselling item, his other products are also gaining traction – and Johnson plans to continue adding to the line.

He’s working on more T-shirt designs, which he creates out of his basement using a silk-screen press. “It’s taken on something that they can relate to in a real, simple way,” he says. “It seems to resonate with people.”

While not an artist by trade, Johnson’s creative side has been evident since he was a child. He was always drawing and wanting to put things together.

Having grown up in Orange County California, Johnson was influenced by the Googie artwork and styles popular in the ‘50s and ‘60s. “The shapes and colors are interesting to me,” he says. “I like things that have nostalgia to them, and I try to capture things that look back to the mid-century.”

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PAGE 28: Artist Jason Johnson is the creator of the Original B’ham logo. Pieces of his original artwork can be found in Birminghamarea art galleries and retailers. CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: Jason Johnson grew up in Orange County, Califorinia, and moved his family to Hoover from Atlanta in 2012. Johnson paired the letter “B” and a bone-in ham image to create the Original B’ham logo. Original B’ham items are available for purchase at several Birmingham-area stores, as well as online at originalbham.com.

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He also pursued songwriting and performing, and he even had a song published.

But, his artwork seems to be taking up most of his free time these days – when there is some to be found.

Johnson and his wife, Andee, have four children ranging in age from 10 to 15 years old, and he also works as an insurance professional. “Art is a good outlet for me,” he says.

“I’m trying to turn it into more than a hobby, and it’s been exciting to see it grow.”

And the company has done just that.

People can now purchase his items at Alabama Goods, Smith’s Variety Store, Southern Spoiled, Brookwood Hospital Gift Shop, Ross Bridge Renaissance Resort and on the company’s website, originalbham. com.

In addition to his Original B’ham projects, Johnson also creates artwork on canvases, old pallets, planks and other scrap — Jason Johnson materials.

His projects include a sign featuring an old drive-in theater, beach-inspired pieces and a wood pallet donning Wild Bill’s Beach Dogs’ image, which is one of his favorites. He also attends several art shows each year where visitors can view and purchase his work.

To see photos of his signs and other artwork, check out Jason’s Vintage Signs & Designs on Facebook at facebook. com/jasonjohnsonart. n

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and area has its own unique things that make it different: Landmarks, history and sometimes nicknames.”

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arts & culture

Amelia the Brave goes to Atlanta Spain Park play chosen for theatre festival

WRITTEN BY CASSANDRA MICKENS PHOTOS BY CONTRIBUTED

“A

melia the Brave,” Spain Park High School Theatre’s award-winning one act play, was chosen as one of 20 acts from across the U.S. and Canada to perform at the Atlanta Fringe Festival June 5-8.

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must cope with the sudden illness of a loved one, said Spain Park Theatre Instructor Eric St. John.

“And it is told without speaking. The play is performed without one word being spoken,” St. John said.

“Amelia” was written, scored and designed

by Spain Park students who incorporated live music, pantomime, puppetry, shadow puppetry and animation into the multimedia production.

The play debuted in December 2013 at

Alabama’s Trumbauer Festival, the state’s annual high school theatre competition at Troy University, where Spain Park was named “Best in Show.”

“Judges at the December festival called it ‘luminous,’ ‘beautifully done ... sweet, fresh and unique,’ a play that ‘made me fall in love with theatre again,’” St. John said.

In January, “Amelia” was submitted for consideration to the Atlanta Fringe Festival, which is dedicated to “connecting adventurous artists with appreciative audiences” via alternative and new theatre.

“For the students, it marks a step toward professional performance.

It is their first time presenting a show at a festival not exclusively designed for high school theatre students,” St. John said.

“Amelia” was performed five times during the Atlanta Fringe Festival at 7 Stages in Atlanta’s Little Five Points district.

“This particular play is a good fit for the Fringe format, an experimental multimedia performance with a heart,” St. John said. “(The students) were excited to have the opportunity to transcend ‘high school theatre’ and present their play as a dedicated group of young artists.”

So what’s next for Spain Park Theatre? “Sweet Tea and Gollywhopper Eggs: Tales from the American South” will debut July 24 at — Eric St. John 7 p.m. at Spain Park High School. Aimed at a younger audience, “Sweet Tea” is an interactive collection of folk tales, ghost stories and anecdotes of the South. n

“Judges at the

December festival called it ‘luminous,’ ‘beautifully done ... sweet, fresh and unique,’ a play that ‘made me fall in love with theatre again.”

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Spain Park High School students Sam Haskins, left, and Megan Pecot portray Grandpa and Amelia in the play “Amelia the Brave.”

Students incorporated shadow puppetry, live music, pantomime and animation into the multimedia production.

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happening in hoover

Rocky Ridge principal retires

Father-daughter dance benefits Amelia Center Girls in fancy dresses brought their proud papas to Deasy Hall in February for the annual dinner dance benefit sponsored by Prince of Peace School’s House of St. Paul service group.

DJ Jerry Dichiara provided the music for the 210 partygoers. Girls from kindergarten through fifth grade were welcomed to the Valentine’s

Day-themed party. They received a father-daughter keepsake of the evening.

The dance has been a Prince of Peace service tradition for years. This year, about $700 was donated to the Amelia Center in memory of deceased students and parents of the school and parish.

After 34 years in public education, Rocky Ridge Elementary School Principal Sonia Carrington has retired. March 21 was her last day at the school with students.

Carrington earned her bachelor’s degree in elementary Sonia Carrington education from the University of Houston and taught in Houston for four years. She eventually moved to Birmingham, where she taught for 10 years in the Vestavia Hills Schools System and two years at Greystone Elementary School in Hoover.

She served as principal at Rocky Ridge for the past 12 years.

“Not a day has gone by in the past twelve years at Rocky Ridge that I have not thought about, prayed for, and/or spoken with a faculty member, student, or parent of a child at the school. With no hesitation, I can say that I will miss everyone associated with Rocky Ridge,” Carrington said.

Brock’s Gap named Green Ribbon School Brock’s Gap Intermediate School is among three Alabama schools named a Green Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.

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intermediate school that was recycled from the old Bumpus Middle School.

The three-story building sits on 25 acres in the middle of the Lake Cyrus neighborhood and houses more than 800 fifth and sixth grade students.

Daylighting also is an important component of the school’s design.

Berry alumna memorialized at HHS A plaque dedication was held at Hoover High School in April honoring the memory of 1989 W.A. Berry High School alumna and Hoover native Julie Kitchings Shaw, who passed away from cancer in 2012.

Dozens were on hand for the dedication, including Shaw’s family, friends and classmates and teachers from her years at Berry High.

The plaque hangs in Hoover High’s front lobby and is titled “Cherish Every Day” — a motto by which friends say Shaw lived.

A mother of two, Shaw was involved in numerous athletic teams and extracurricular events at Berry High. She went on to graduate from the University of Alabama in 1993 and worked for CBS Radio in Birmingham.

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happening in hoover

Schifer named among FOY Larry Schifer of Greystone is one of five Birmingham-area dads named among Alabama’s 2014 Fathers of the Year by the Birmingham Father’s Day Council.

The Birmingham Father’s Day Council honors fathers for their outstanding Larry Schifer commitment to their children and the values of fatherhood. The men were honored during the fourth annual Father of the Year awards dinner, benefitting the American Diabetes Association, in June at The Club. The men are raising money for diabetes to continue research for a cure.

Schifer is a pharmaceutical specialty district business manager at Publicis Touchpoint Solutions Schifer and wife Julie moved to Birmingham in 2006. The Schifers have two children, Alex, 10, and Grace, 9, who both attend Greystone Elementary School.

‘Birdie Bash’ is a success Berry, Bumpus and Simmons middle schools held its third annual Birdie Bash at Oxmoor Valley Golf Course in March.

On day one, the girls played nine holes with the Bumpus team having the lowest score of 162. Berry came in second with 165 and Simmons came in third with 195. On day two, the girls played a scramble mixing one girl from each school to make a team.

Sandwiches, cookies, chips, drinks

and goodie bags for each girl were provided for the fun day. Prizes were awarded for the longest putt (Caroline McCabe, Berry), closest to the pin (Caroline Waldrop, Berry) and best drive (Carson McKie, Bumpus). The winning group of the scramble was Carson McKie, Lauren Choi and Holland Woods. Coaches for the girl’s teams are Lincoln Clark (Berry), Greg Heard (Bumpus), and Phyllis Scott (Simmons).

Distinguished Young Women Program set for July 18-19 The Distinguished Young Women Program of Jefferson County (formerly known as Junior Miss) is set for July 18-19 at the Wright Center Concert Hall on the campus of Samford University.

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scholarships, and the opportunity to represent Jefferson County in the Distinguished Young Women Program of Alabama in Montgomery in January.

Participants who are Hoover residents are: Caroline Bearden, Jordan English, Sydney James, Mary Beth McClung, Sarah Pratt and Catherine Saab of Hoover High

School, Marisa Pickard of Spain Park High School and Anna Lea Strickland of Briarwood Christian School.

For tickets call (205) 907-0210.

Hoover Chamber awards scholarships The Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce presented five $1,500 Lila Parks Scholarships to area students during its May 15 luncheon.

To be eligible for the Hoover Chamber Scholarship Program, a student must either live in Hoover, or parents or students must be employed by the City of Hoover or be a member of the Hoover Chamber.

Pictured, left to right, are: Ben Hartmann, a 2012 Hoover High School graduate attending the University of Alabama with a 3.56 GPA in business; Francie Harris, a 2012 Hoover High School graduate attending the University of Alabama with a 3.98 GPA studying to be a physician assistant; Taylor Massey, a 2014 McAdory High School graduate with a 3.98 GPA who will

attend Auburn University to study pre-pharmacy; Patricia Shoultz, a 2014 Hueytown High School graduate with a 3.93 GPA who will attend the University of Alabama to study chemistry and business

administration; Sarah Singleterry, a 2014 Thompson High School graduate with a 4.0 GPA who will attend Troy University to study communications; and Lila Parks, the scholarship program’s namesake.

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at home

Good

Green Living

Affordable sustainability is a large focus for Bluff Park family WRITTEN BY HEATHER SKAGGS PHOTOS BY JON GOERING

vision for modern and affordable sustainable living and a long search. ee Burns has to be “We searched constantly for the luckiest pup on nearly a year to find an available Shades Mountain. empty lot.” Liane says. The Burns Not only does she wanted to build somewhere that have a great family, Liane and Roy was close to the city and easily Burns and their son Walt, but she accessible. They also wanted a also calls Bluff Park’s only green/ cozy neighborhood feel and one sustainable living home.. home. that they felt could support and What four-legged friend would potentially embrace the modern not wish for a living space with home style they envisioned. The floor length windows where the area needed to be diverse enough sun pours in? “She seems to know to accommodate the home. Bluff when and where the sun will Park was perfect! shine to provide the bright, warm Liane and Roy initially found spot she craves,” Liane Burns said. their lot in October 2007, but it The journey to building this was outside their budget. Five great home and pet paradise on months on the market, and a Shades Crest Road started with a slowing economy resulted in a

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significant price cut. The land was within their budget so the Burns made the move to purchase the property in March 2008.

The house that was originally on the property had been torn down years ago. Someone had bought the house with the intention of remodeling but quickly realized they were in over their head and what was left had to be taken down. As the lot sat vacant for many years, it became very overgrown and quite scary looking as the Burns saw it.

“We really had rose-colored glasses!” Liane says.

Matthew Finley and Will Brothers of Green Bottle Workshop designed and built the Burns home. Both graduates of Auburn University’s Rural Studio program really caught the attention of the Burns as possible designers for their future home. “They were agreeable to our design and budget.” Finley and Brothers were not only schooled in creating innovative and internationallyacclaimed design, but also in getting the most out of humble materials (i.e. offthe-shelf vs. custom, recycled, reclaimed and repurposed materials) as a way of stretching budgets without sacrificing design aspirations.

“Our house was the — Liane Burns first residential project that they designed and built from the ground up,” Liane says.

From the beginning, the Burns were interested in being as green as possible with their design plans. As with any build, the budget often limits or takes a hit to the overall plan. “Unfortunately, we soon discovered that most of what we were aiming to do would put us considerably over budget,” she says. Green Bottle’s plan to achieve the vision the Burns had was to design a home in such a way that it would maximize energy efficiency but keep the family on budget. The window placements were the biggest part of the plan. “With all the natural light, our electricity use for lighting is kept to a minimum,” Liane says. Including the design process the home took 14 months to build.

The front and entry way to the home has contrasting

“It’s like

living in a work of art. It’s clean and minimal, yet comfortable and homey.”

soiree

The Girl Scouts Young Philanthropists Society presents

5th annual

food & drinks music great silent auction items chef’s cookie challenge role model runway

thursday, july 17

6–9 p.m.

Rosewood Hall at SoHo Square

tickets $25

girlscoutsnca.org/soiree For more information, contact Kelly Connelly at 205-453-9513 or kconnelly@girlscoutsnca.org

featuring some of Birmingham’s finest young leaders modeling the hottest fashions!

Proceeds from this event benefit the Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama. *Must be 21 or older to attend.

role model runway fashion show featuring some of Birmingham’s finest young leaders: Lacey Bacchus Danielle Downing Jason Eppenger Carrie Glover Niki Harris Ginny Willings

chef’s cookie challenge featuring local chefs

To purchase tickets:

or go to girlscoutsnca.org.

PAGE 40: Liane and Roy Burns splurged on their kitchen counter tops, which are made of Silestone Quartz. CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: Green Bottle Workshop built and designed the Burns’ home using recycled, reclaimed and repurposed materials. The Burns desired a home that maximized energy efficiency but kept the family on budget. The home took 14 months to build.

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: A peek inside Walt Burns’ room, a young boy’s haven. Pictured are Liane Burns and son, Walt. The Burns’ bedroom is cozy and comfortable.

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materials—wood and weathered steel compliment the white fiber-cement board siding. The pendant light that stands as a statement of its own is a bespoke steel pendant designed by Will and Matthew. At night the light from the pendant fills the outer elements of the home and the entire structure glows with warm light like a lantern or lighthouse on the crest.

The interior of the home is mostly white. The Burns chose Benjamin Moore paint in dove white. Countertops in the kitchen and guest bathroom were the only splurges. The Burns were able to get their top choice, Silestone Quartz by Cosentino. Silestone has built-in Microban an antimicrobial protection element and is certified by National Sanitation Foundation and holds Greenguard Indoor Air Quality certification. Silestone Quartz countertops are non-porous, which inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew. The countertops are a perfect fit for this eco-friendly home.

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consumer recycled denim and is treated with borate to resist fire, mold/mildew and insects. That’s right, your “Calvins” could be in somebody’s wall! Unfortunately, the Ultratouch was found to be outside of the budget. Green Bottle Workshop was able to find something in the Burns price range that was still respectful to their desire to stay clean and green in Guardian Building Products.

Guardian Fiberglass meets the highest possible product certification for indoor air quality standards—Greenguard Certification.

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The Burns have now lived in Bluff Park for five years. “We love it,” Liane says. “It’s like living in a work of art. It’s clean and minimal, yet comfortable and homey. It’s been a joy living in this great white box,” she says.

Zee loves the views from her unique home in Bluff Park. “She seems to love being here.

She is able to keep an eye on everything here while enjoying the sun as it fills the house,” Liane says. From all the floor length windows throughout the house, this dog has quite the view! n

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: Floor length windows throughout the Burns’ home brings in natural light. The bathroom sports a sharp design.

A dining area looks out to an outdoor seating area.

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teel City Pops, the all-natural frozen treat shop that started in Homewood in the summer of 2012, has opened its newest location in Hoover along Highway 280, much to the delight of kids and kids-at-heart who crave cool flavors.

The pop shop, located next door to Vapor Thrift Store in the Lee Branch area, opened May 19. Housed in a shiny silver Airstream trailer, the shop has shaded outdoor seating for customers to enjoy their pops onsite. The Hoover shop also is the first Steel City Pops location to offer drive-thru service, said founder and owner Jim Watkins.

“It’s been gangbusters since we opened,” Watkins said. “I’ve always lived in this part of town, so it’s good for us to be close to where our WRITTEN BY CASSANDRA MICKENS friends are.”

Watkins’ son, Fisher, will manage the Hoover PHOTOS BY JON GOERING store before starting his freshman year at the University of Alabama this fall. The junior Watkins said Steel City Pops was a big change for his family, “but one I’ve really enjoyed.”

Pops

Frozen treat shop celebrates second anniversary with new Hoover location

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“I would say it takes hard work to start any business,” Fisher Watkins said. “Watching my dad has really taught me a lot. I’ve learned it takes creativity and fresh ideas to create something. You can’t just throw money at something to start a business.”

Jim Watkins jokes Steel City Pops was born out of a midlife crisis. He was turning 40 and wasn’t happy with his job. He had always wanted to open his own restaurant, but wasn’t “a real good cook.”

“The pops were something I could get my hands around, nothing too complicated,” Watkins said.

Watkins and his wife, Amy, invested every penny of their savings into the first Steel City Pops store on Central Avenue in Homewood. It was a “do or die, sink or swim moment” for the couple, who have since opened Steel City Pops locations at the Summit in Birmingham, The Pantry in Crestline Village in Mountain Brook, along University Boulevard in Tuscaloosa and an out-of-state store in Dallas.

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: Steel City Pops line a freezer at its newest location off U.S. 280 in Hoover. Son and father Fisher and Jim Watkins are pictured outside of the Hoover location.

Fisher will manage the store before starting his freshman year at the University of Alabama this fall. Each pop stick is marked with the Steel City Pops logo. A menu is displayed on Steel City Pops’ Airstream trailer.

Another store is slated to open in Ft. Worth this year.

“We’re also looking to be open in Auburn in the fall,” Watkins said.

Texas was chosen as the first out-of-state location because of the family’s ties to the Lone Star State — Jim is a graduate of Baylor University and Amy’s family is from Dallas.

“Dallas really mirrors Birmingham and it didn’t have a pop presence,” Watkins said. “Plus, I wanted to try the idea in a bigger city.”

Steel City Pops has gained a loyal following for its selection of fruity and creamy pops sweetened with raw, organic cane sugar. Selections include traditional flavors like Chocolate and Vanilla Bean, and not-so-traditional flavors like Blueberry Basil, Blood Orange and Pineapple Jalapeno.

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pop, a creamy cheesecake-like pop, are among the most popular flavors. All of the pops are gluten-free and vegetarian, and the fruity pops are vegan-friendly.

So, how does Watkins come up with the more bizarre flavors?

“Every single flavor we have to approach new. Each flavor is unique,” Watkins said. “We get a lot of gross things before we get to something that is a really winning flavor.”

Watkins is often inspired by farmers market fare, purchasing fresh raspberries, figs and other local produce to make pops. It’s a fun, creative and somewhat scientific process, as there is a fine line between a pop being hard as a rock and a pop melting too easy. The flavor and the consistency have to be just right.

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County town of Harpersville. Watkins even named the cow that produces the milk for the pops — Poppy.

And when it comes to the traditional flavored pops, Watkins and Steel City Pops team put a lot of pressure on themselves to get it right.

“We use artisan baking chocolate from San Francisco for the Chocolate pop and fresh strawberries for the Strawberry pop,” Watkins said. “Because if I can’t make a Chocolate pop, I have no business making a Pineapple Jalapeno.”

Watkins added: “We try for our menu to be as balanced as possible, but we encourage you to be adventurous.”

And if a customer is dissatisfied with their adventurous choice, Watkins said, he or she can select another flavor free of charge. In addition, a portion of proceeds from the Hoover pop shop goes to Vapor Thrift Store and Vapor Sports Ministries, which partners with faith communities worldwide to build fields, set up leagues and initiate organized humanitarian projects.

Steel City Pops’ physical address is 5443 U.S. 280. For more information, visit the website steelcitypops.com. n

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1694 Montgomery Highway, Suite 108, Hoover, AL 35216 | (205) 988-5672 | (205) 988-8383 FAX www.hooverchamber.org | email: bill@hooverchamber.org

Regions Bank to Sponsor July 17 Luncheon Chamber Freedom Award to be Presented

Regions Bank will sponsor the July 17 luncheon, and will sponsor the prestigious Freedom Award, started in 2003, with the intention of recognizing some of Hoover’s most outstanding public servants who have dedicated themselves to the ideals of freedom.

Winners of this outstanding award since its inception include Art Headley, Bob Mosca, Bill Natter, John O’Malley, A. C. Roper, General Robert Lott (Ret.), Albert Awtrey, Hollis Hayes, Hoover Police Lt. Trey Bass, Rear Admiral John T. ( Jack) Natter (Ret.), a current Hoover City Council member, and last year’s winner, Dan Mikos.

The 2014 winner will be announced at the July 17 Hoover Chamber Luncheon.

Applicants for this award: uMust be a role model in the Hoover community - of good character and reputation in the community; uMust have shown support for local, state, and federal government; uMust have promoted the ideals of freedom through this support; uMust have given long-term service to these ideals, not just a one-time effort; uMust have supported the U.S. military through either support to, or service in the military; uMust be a Hoover resident, an

Lt. Col. Dan Mikos, U.S. Air Force (Ret.)- left, with Hoover Mayor Gary Ivey, and Paul Pocopanni was recognized at the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce July 18 Luncheon as the 2013 Freedom Award Winner for his outstanding contributions to the United States for his years of service in the Air Force and Air Force Reserve, as well as his outstanding career in volunteerism in the community. The award was presented by Brigadier General Paul Pocopanni, U.S. Air Force (Ret.), shown above, on the right.

employee of the City of Hoover, or employee of a Hoover Chamber of Commerce member.

The presentation of the award will be by Hoover Mayor Gary Ivey. The winner will be pre-determined by the City of Hoover Veterans Committee and will be recognized at the July 17 Chamber Luncheon at Hoover Country Club.

To attend this Chamber Luncheon,

please make your reservations no later than Monday, July 14, by calling 988-5672, or emailing Lisa Dunbar at admin@hooverchamber.org.

Networking begins at 11:15 a.m., with the meeting starting sharply at noon.

The Luncheon is $20, or $22 for anyone without prior reservations, payable at the door. Hoover Country Club is located at 3140 Club Drive, Hoover 35226.

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It’s Not Bossy If You’re The Boss: Tips for Women in Business On Saturday, August 16 at 10:30 a.m. the Hoover Public Library will be hosting an event in our Theatre Level Meeting Rooms called “It’s Not Bossy If You’re The Boss: Tips for Women in Business.”

The free two-hour seminar will have four 30-minute sessions: Session 1: Don’t Let Disorganization Be Your Boss.

Presenter Lisa Phillips has 20 years of Bryce Thornton, experience training on Hoover Public Library organizations systems Business Department that help corporate and residential clients maximize time, space and productivity.

Session 2: Be the Boss of Your Web Domain.

Presenter Glyna Humm is a marketing guru with an academic background in education.

She specializes in website design, development and maintenance, local and organic SEO, social and media design and maintenance.

Session 3: Be a Media Boss—Presenter Helen Todd has had an extensive and successful 20 year career in the communications industry.

She worked in radio, as a producer at FOX 6 and in leadership positions at HealthSouth, Regions, Southern Living and UAB. Session 4: Be a Financial Boss—Presenter Donna Cates has over 14 years of professional experience helping people determine their own personal investment strategies.

This seminar will be presented by members of PROPS, whose motto is “Intentional Business, Amazing Women.” It is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 4447816.

Bryce Thornton is the Business Librarian at the Hoover Public Library. You can reach him at 444-7816 or brycet@bham.lib.al.us.

Coffee & Contacts Schedule Usually the Second Thursday of each month July 10, 2014 - Holy Apostles Episcopal Church August 14, 2014 - Danberry at Inverness September 11, 2014 - National Bank of Commerce-Inverness October 9, 2014 - GradePower Learning

February 12, 2015 - Easter Seals March 12, 2015 - Hyatt Regency-The Wynfrey Hotel April 9, 2015 - Birmingham Allergy & Asthma May 14, 2015 - Available

November 13, 2014 - Charter Media

June 11, 2015 - Available

December 11, 2014 Homewood Suites-Riverchase

Luncheon Sponsorships Third Thursday of each month June 19, 2014 - Medical Center West

August 21, 2014 - Baptist Health System

July 17, 2014 - Regions Bank

Business After Hours Schedule Usually the Fourth Thursday of each month June 26, 2014 - Holiday InnHoover

October 23, 2014 - Morningside of Riverchase

July 24, 2014 - Outback Steakhouse

November & December - none held

August 28, 2014 - Schaeffer Eye Center-Hoover

January 2015 - Available February 2015 - Available

September 25, 2014 Homewood Suites-Riverchase

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January 8, 2015 - Available

Five local students were awarded the Lila Parks Scholarships in the amount of $1,500.00 each at the May 2014 Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, with the winners determined by an independent committee of Chamber members. Shown from left are Benjamin Hartmann and Francie Harris, both 2012 Hoover High graduates attending the University of Alabama, with 3.56 and 3.98 GPAs, respectively; Taylor Jordan Massey of McAdory High with a 3.98 GPA, planning to attend Auburn University; Patricia Shoultz of Hueytown High, with a 3.93 GPA, planning to attend Alabama; and Sarah Singleterry of Thompson High, with a 4.00 GPA, planning to attend Troy University; and Lila Parks, for whom the Chamber Scholarship Program is named.

A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at the new office of North Shelby Dental Studio at 2000 Southlake Park, Suite 250, in Hoover, just off Valleydale Road. Shown cutting the ribbon is David Cowan, DMD as his assistant, Shannon Martin holds the bow. Dr. Cowan is the “Official Dentist of the Birmingham Barons Baseball Team” and Team Mascot Ruff of the Barons was on hand to join in the celebration as well. Dr. Cowan is joined to the left of him by his wife and two sons, Andrew, Kim and Jaden, and to the right of Shannon are her parents, Ladonne and Paul Fox. They are joined by a host of other family members, friends, and Hoover Chamber Ambassadors.

A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held Thursday, May 22, 2014 at the new Hendrick Chevrolet (formerly Ivan Leonard Chevrolet at 1620 Montgomery Highway in Hoover. Shown cutting the ribbon is Joel Smith as General Manager Matthew Gettys holds the bow. To the left of Joel is his wife, Tammy, and daughter Kaylee. They are joined by dozens of administrative staff, sales personnel, Hoover Chamber Board members and Chamber ambassadors.

Hendrick Chevrolet can be reached at (205) 823-5120 or through their website at www. hendrickchevrolethoover.com.

The SEC Baseball Tournament, held since 1997 at the Hoover Met, drew some 130,000 fans for the 17-game series the week leading up to Memorial Day in May, and was won once again by LSU, shown here in the final game, defeating the University of Florida 6-2.

A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held during the Schaeffer Eye Center Open House on May 13, 2014 at 1686 Montgomery Highway in Hoover. Shown cutting the ribbon is Dr. Jack Schaeffer as his granddaughter, Edith Kaplan holds the bow. Also shown at the ribbon, from left, are Chamber Board Member Jerome Morgan, Jr., City Council Members Gene Smith, John Greene, Dr. Schaeffer, City Council President Jack Wright, Hoover Mayor Gary Ivey, Councilman John Lyda, Schaeffer family members Justin Kaplan, Dr. Brooke Schaeffer Kaplan, Maddie and Sam, staff Richard Lindell, Dr. David King and Dr. James Begun, and chamber ambassador Chaundra Davis. The are joined on the staircase by dozens of other family members, staff associates, clients, friends, and chamber ambassadors. Schaeffer Eye Center has grown from a tiny office in Hoover in 1978 to the largest independently owned eye-care center with eleven offices in the Birmingham-Hoover Metro Area today. They can be reached at (205) 979-2020 or through their website at www.schaeffereyecenter.com.

A Ribbon Cutting ceremony was held May 1 at the District Office of Farmers Insurance at 1200 Corporate Drive in Meadowbrook. Shown cutting the ribbon is Danny Hunget, as District Recruiter Lauren Martin holds the bow. They are joined by colleagues, Mark Briones (top left), Jamie Parker (top middle beside Mark), Kevin Landers (1st row, second from right), and Hoover Area Chamber ambassadors. Danny and Lauren can be reached at 206-7085 or danny.mbriones@farmersagency.com or lauren.mbriones@ farmersagency.com

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Thank You, Board of Trustees The Presidents Circle of the Board of Trustees Jerry Cross, Chairman, Jefferson County EIDA Terri Q. Williams, AT&T Alabama Lisa Worley, Anchor Insurance Agency Robert Linthout, Arrell Internet Services Gene Linton, Blue Cross and Blue Shield A. W. Bolt, Bolt Law Office Stephen Preston, Brookwood Medical Center Gary Wright, Cadence Bank Lori D. Moler, Children’s of Alabama Gregg Maercker, First Commercial Bank David Bradley, Health 1 Consulting Mark Garnett, HealthSpring of Alabama, Inc. Joel Smith, Hendrick Chrysler-DodgeJeep-Ram Dominic Buompastore, Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel Henry King, King Acura Joe McGee, Legacy Community Federal Credit Union Keith Pennington, Medical West Dan Mikos, Mikos-Kampakis Insurance Edward Mikos, Mikos-Kampakis Insurance Norman Saia, Papa Saia’s Pizza Richard Head, RE/MAX Advantage Chris Leech, Regions Financial Charlie Conklin, Sentry Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing Tim Prince, Shelby County Reporter Kathleen Spencer, Spencer Consulting Group Bill Stoeffhaas, Style Advertising Dan Ellis, TASC Chris Moore, Virginia College at Birmingham

The Board of Trustees Mike Murphy, ABC 33/40 Television Pete Gagliano, ADT Security Systems Carol Adkins, Adkins OnTime Electric Steve Swofford, Alabama Credit Union Kelvin Johnson, Alabama Gas Corporation Jane Katona, Alabama Media Group T. J. Fincher, Alabama Power Company Jabo Waggoner, Alabama Senate Majority Leader, District Sixteen Jack Williams, Alabama State Representative Linda Cencula, Alabama Telco Credit Union Steve Nix, AlaTrust Credit Union Jimese Harkley, Americaís First Federal Credit Union Felicia Fortune, American Family Care Randy Johansen, American Family Care Rihan Jamil, BB&T Bank Robert P. (Rob) Fowler, Balch & Bingham LLP Deborah Stephens, Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. Ken Crow, Belk Patty Barron, P.E., Birmingham Water Works Board Ken Leatherwood, Bright House Networks Leanne Messer, Brookdale Place University Park Evelyn Phillips, Bryant Bank Bud Cason, Bud’s Best Cookies Ryan Blackenburg, C B & S Bank Kristine Taylor, Cameron at the Summit Stacey Swinney, Chateau Vestavia Morris Jackson, Chick-Fil-A Mike Warren, Children’s of Alabama Dr. Mark Clark, Clark Holmes Oral & Facial Surgery Dr. Jon Holmes, Clark Holmes Oral &

Facial Surgery Dr. George Matthews, Jr., Clark Holmes Oral & Facial Surgery Dr. Lisa Miller, Clark Holmes Oral & Facial Surgery Bobby Haynes, Costco Wholesale Chris Schmidt, J.D., Daniel Corporation David Roberson, Drummond Company Ricky Brooks, Express Oil Robert W. Noah, Fortis Institute Cody Burns, FOX 6 WBRC Debbie Hultquist, Fresenius Medical Care Terry Turner, J. D. Gentle, Turner & Sexton Sandy King, Gold’s Gym Tom Kent, Golden Living Center Hal Humphrey, P.E., Gresham, Smith and Partners Charles “Mac” McPherson, Greystone Shell Wes Teague, Hargrove Engineers + Constructors Neil Thakor, Holiday Inn - Hoover Neal Harris, The Home DepotInverness Fawn Ozug, The Home DepotRiverchase David Arnott, Homewood SuitesInverness Teressa Eades, Homewood SuitesRiverchase Beverly Meadors, IberiaBank Sean Hart, ITT Technical Institute Buddy Sutter, Jefferson Credit Union Tony Cooper, Jimmie Hale Mission P J Kimball, La Petite Academy Callie Simmons, Lakeview Estates Assisted Living Dr. Lawrence Lemak, Lemak Sports Medicine Dwight Burrell, Long-Lewis Ford Lincoln

Leigh Ellen Brummerhoff, Marriott International, Inc. Craig Tofne, Mattress King Bridget Baughan, McDonald’s David W. Cowan, DMD, North Shelby Dental Studio Lee Collins, Office Depot Jose’ Rivera-Crespo, Outback Steakhouse James Jerome, PNC Bank Valeta Neal, Princeton Hoover Baptist Medical Center Brenda Reid, Publix Super Markets Rick Smith, Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa Thomas A. Martin, Riverchase Galleria Phil Holmes, St. Vincent’s Health System Leanne Graham, Sam’s Club Dr. Jack Schaeffer, Schaeffer Eye Centers Coreata’ Houser, Servpro of Birmingham Khristi Doss Driver, Southern Company Clarence “Brother” Moss, Steak ‘N Shake Danny Braden, Tameron Automotive Alain Gallet, Terracon Alice Johnson, Trinity Medical Center Chris Breeding, The University of Phoenix Dave Wilson, UPS Stan Banks, Virginia College Online Melissa Patton, Von Maur Jamie Lipscomb, Wal-Mart SuperCenter, Highway 150 Glenn Smith, Wal-Mart SuperCenter, Highway 280 Charles Waldrep, Waldrep Stewart & Kendrick, LLC Alison Lindsay, WIAT — CBS-42 TV Russell Pate, Zaxby’s

Jane Katona, Alabama Media Group www.al.com

Rick Smith, Renaissance Ross Bridge www.rossbridgeresort.com

Kathleen Spencer, Spencer Consulting Group

Membership in the Board of Trustees is offered by invitation to members paying a minimum of $1,000 in dues per year. If you are interested in networking with the area’s top business and community leaders, please contact the Chamber at 988-5672.

New Members July 2014 Shades Mountain Christian School Lora Vifquain - 978-6001

American Legion Post 911 Ron Bradstreet - 529-7464

Hoover Tactical Firearms Natalia Hawthorne - 822-4600

Cedar’s Lebanese Grille Ghassan (Gus) Dib, Owner 988-5993

James Companies Rudy & Hayley James, Owners - South Park SDA Church Valton Johnson - 370-7805 823-7130

Dale’s Southern Grill Vivian Johnson - 987-4757

The Moore Agency-Allstate Insurance Abbie Hearn - 983-6441

Hendrick Chevrolet Joel Smith, Executive General Manager - 823-5120

Tom Williams BMW Jeannie Swan - 540-0000

Transworld Business Advisors of Sunshine Manor Adult Day Care America Martin A. Briggs, Owner - 403- Jane Dotson, Advisor- 478-4021 0556

Principal Mortgage, LLC Paul Sumner - 705-1650

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Upcoming Events

June, July and August 2014 JUNE June 26: 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Business after Hours at Holiday Inn-Hoover, 2901 John Hawkins Parkway, Hoover 35244. Contact Don Feneziani at 6822901 or don.Feneziani@hihoover.com or www.holidayinn.com/bham-hoover for information.

JULY July 3: No Economic Development Committee Meeting this month due to July 4 Holiday.

July 4: Chamber Office Closed. Happy Independence Day! Be Safe!!!

July 10 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. Coffee & Contacts at Holy Apostles Episcopal Church, 424 Emery Drive, Hoover 35244. Call 9888000 or parishadm .holyapostles@ gmail.com or www.holyapostles.org for information.

requesting a meal be prepared for them, and do not come will be invoiced, unless canceled prior to the event. $20.00 or $22.00 without reservations.

July 22: 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. FIVE Chamber Speed Networking Event at Hyatt Regency-The Wynfrey Hotel - Hoover, Greater Shelby, Vestavia Hills, Homewood & Mountain Brook Chambers of Commerce. Advance Registration REQUIRED with Hoover or Greater Shelby Chambers of Commerce. lisa@hooverchamber.org or 988-5672.

July 22: 12:00 Noon — Minority Business Council Meeting Brown Bag Luncheon Meeting at Chamber Office.

Visitors Welcome.

July 24 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Business after Hours at Outback Steakhouse, 1944 Hoover Court, Hoover 35226. Call 979-7585 or contact obs1256@outback.com or www.outback.com for information.

July 14: 4:30 p.m. Chamber Board Meeting.

AUGUST

July 16: 4:30 p.m. Ambassador Meeting at Chamber Office. Visitors Welcome!

August 7: 8:30 a.m. Economic Development Committee at Chamber Office. Visitors Welcome!

July 17: Hoover Chamber Luncheon at Hoover Country Club. 11:15 a.m.

Networking, Noon Luncheon. Please make reservations by Monday, July 14. Those who make reservations

August 14: 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Coffee & Contacts at Danberry at Inverness, 235 Inverness Center Drive, Hoover 35242. Contact Lori Krueger at lori@danberryatinverness.com for

information. www.danberryatinverness. com.

August 18: 4:30 p.m. Chamber Board Meeting.

August 20: 4:30 p.m. Ambassador Meeting at Chamber Office. Visitors Welcome!

August 21 Hoover Chamber Luncheon at Hoover Country Club. 11:15 a.m.

Networking, Noon Luncheon.

Please make reservations by Monday, August 18. Those who make reservations requesting a meal be prepared for them, and do not come will be invoiced, unless canceled prior to the event. $20.00 or $22.00 without reservations.

August 25: 19th Annual Hoover Chamber Golf Tournament at Riverchase Country Club. 7:00 a.m. registration, 8:30 a.m. Shotgun Start.

Bill@hooverchamber.org or 988-5672.

August 26: 12:00 Noon — Minority Business Council Meeting Brown Bag Luncheon Meeting at Chamber Office.

Visitors Welcome.

August 28: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Business after Hours at Schaeffer Eye Center, 1686 Montgomery Highway, Hoover 35216. 979-2020. Contact Joy Myers at joym@schaeffereyecenter. com for information. www. schaeffereyecenter.com.

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Hoover Chamber Officers and Board of Directors

Jason Cobb, Cadence Bank, 2014 President

Patty Barron, Birmingham Water Works Board

Joe Thomas, Capstone Financial Services, First Vice President

Khristi Doss Driver, J.D., Southern Company

Chris Schmidt, J.D., Daniel Corporation, Second Vice President

Leanne Graham, Sam’s Club

Dennis Cameron, C.P.A., Cooke, Cameron, Travis, Treasurer

Phil Holmes, St. Vincent’s Health System

Debbie Rockwell, Iberia Bank Mortgage, Secretary

Kathleen Spencer, Spencer Consultants, Immediate Past President

Reginald Jeter, Gregg Maercker, J.D. First Nationwide Commercial Mutual Insurance Bank

Jerome Morgan, Jr., Oncort Services

Lori Schommer, City of Hoover, City Liaison

Ira Levine, CCIM, Levine & Associates

Terry Turner, J.D., Gentle, Turner & Sexton, Legal Counsel

Joel Smith, Hendrick Automotive

Does your Child Have Difficulty Paying Attention?

Does your child seem to be easily distracted? Before you label your child as having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), consider that a disorder called Central Auditory Processing Deficit (CAPD) has many of the same symptoms: uDifficulties monitoring the learning environment uDifficulties paying attention or understanding in a noisy environment such as the classroom uInability to remember verbal information beyond one item uAppearance to be distractible, fidgety,

and unable to concentrate.

Children with CAPD have perfect hearing, but they have difficulty sorting, identifying, and routing sounds. In other words, something goes wrong between the hearing of sounds, and the understanding of them. When a child can hear perfectly, but has difficulty remaining focused, the diagnosis is often ADD, which can lead to unnecessary medication prescriptions.

In the classroom, CAPD students might be listening to the teacher when a noise (a pencil dropping or another student coughing) distracts them. They then pay attention to the sound of the

cough or pencil, instead of the teacher.

GradePower can help students with CAPD learn how to monitor their environment and actually learn how to focus in noisy surroundings. Like so many other school skills, paying attention is a skill that can be learned. With focus skills in place, marks improve!

For more information about programs that can help your child learn to pay attention, contact Tony Mauro at GradePower Learning in Lee Branch at 980-5745, or tmauro@gradepowerlearning.com, or visit their website at www.gradepowerlearning. com.

Mission Statement Amended January 1998. The Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce promotes economic growth of business through a strong support system which provides business and community partnerships.

Use this logo to place in your advertising for higher name recognition. This logo can be emailed to members for use in advertising, on business cards, and on letterhead or signs.

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SPOTTED Veterans Memorial Park Ceremony

Roger Etherington, Lulu Richardson and Tom Martin

Dan McDaniel and Judy Thompson

Carla Ellis, David Ricker and Chrissy Bushnell

Anne Bishop and Anne Hartline

Roger Baldwin and Sam Sparks

Bob Holman and Rob Sciacca

Volunteers at Alabama Veterans Park, several of whom are Hoover residents, honored veterans during a ceremony May 25.

(Contributed photos)

Anne Hartline and Mel Shinholster

Patrick Roper, Jack Young, Shannon Roper and Warren Griggs

Joseph and Kathy Berry

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Hoover Senior Center Volunteer Appreciation Sock Hop The Hoover Senior Center hosted it’s Volunteer Appreciation Sock Hop on April 25. (Photos by Tracy Vinzant)

Betty Wallace and Marie Keffer

SPOTTED Angie Vacarella and Gloria and Ed Lyons

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Trudy and Bruce Martin

Ron Christman and Bill Lees

Sue Cole and Joyce Randall

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Greystone Ladies Club Luncheon

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The Greystone Ladies Club installed its 2014-2015 officers May 14 at Greystone Founders Club. (Photos by Katie McDowell) Julie Kim and Anna Dewees

Mechelle Wilder and Betty Galbraith

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Sherry Best and Susie Hammers

Hendree Moore and Brenda Arthur

Alicia Cuevas and Mindy Boggs

Renae Breen, Carole Marks and Carolyn Haynes

Jeannie Johnson, Angie Cleveland and Sherry Best

Lisa Moore and Krystal Phillips

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Greystone GCC 2014 Spring Member Guest The Greystone Golf & Country Club hosted its Spring Member Guest 2014 May 5 at the club’s Legacy Course. (Contributed photos)

Chris Vines and Greg McElroy

Rod Fuller and Robert Loboda

Victor Guarisco

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Todd Lotspeich and Chris Kendall

Mary Shaw Annakin and Denise Shephard

Spencer Harten, Ashley Reynolds and Langdon Upchurch

Larry Goldberg and Stephen Lazarus

Walker Jones, Eli Anding and Rod Fuller

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Hoover Belles Senior Luncheon The Hoover Belles Senior Luncheon was held at the Wynfrey Hotel on May 3. (Contributed photos)

Caroline Steele, Audrey Powell, Maddy Powell, Bailey Pereira and Frances Clarke

Olivia Odom, Meredith Barker, Sarah Patrick and Jamie Burleson

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Madison Minyard, Katie Hatch, Reed Williams and Haley Haggard

Shannon Hurst, Maggie Beans, Emily Abernathy and Bailey Gray

Sarah Hill, Peyton White, Caroline Conrad and Hannah Schultz

Emily Taylor, Jenna Huerkamp, Morgan Rogers and Taylor Korson

Catherine Milling, McKenzie Lawry, Anna Shepherd and Elizabeth Pate

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Bring Your Sticks to the Stone Greystone Golf & Country Club hosted its ninth annual Bring Your Sticks to the Stone golf scramble May 31.

(Contributed photos)

Ronnie Bates and Gary Ferebee

Calvin Bolling, Ashley Devine Fuentes and Brian Cipcic

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Joy and Paul Spina

Kim Johnson and Christy Miller Waldrop

Deborah and Sandy White

SPOTTED GSCCC Student and Educator of the Year

Shelby County’s leading students and educators for the 2013-2014 school year were recognized April 30 at the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Student and Educator of the Year program.(Contributed photos) Elizabeth Frederick and Bill Connor

Tahireh Markert and Bill Connor

Jodie Ferguson and Bill Connor

Aubri McClendon and Jimese Harkley

Kelly Hill and Bill Connor

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Shelby Show & Go Shelby Show & Go’s Swap Meet & Food Truck Rally was held May 31 at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium.

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Ken and Jen Mishalanie

Yanci and GG Northington

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Stan and Connie Richardson

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Mary Beth and Wes Crane

Brittney Armstrong and Justin Wheat

Jeff and Linda Bruland

Michelle Goodner and Taylor and Emily Neel

Nikita Lewis

Jinni Dempsey

Mary Laughery and Jessica Kendrick

Valencia Albright, Mitzi Wheat, Ronnetta Underwood and Callie Finney

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LSC graduation The Leadership Shelby County class of 2014 graduated May 20 at the Jefferson State Community College Hoover-Shelby campus. (Photos by Katie McDowell)

Kendall Williams and Jim Day

Matt Adams, Toni King and Kim Egan

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Andy and Gina Easterling with Rick Easterling

Vanessa Joiner-Hand and Kristi Sayers

Bridgette Jordan Hand and Calvin Gunn

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2014 Hoover Belles Presentation

SPOTTED

The 2014 Hoover Belles Presentation was held at the Wynfrey Hotel on May 4.

(Contributed photos)

Katherine Conrad, Lexie Blakley, Mallory McClung, Chase Burton and Katherine Sexton

Susannah Harvey, Marley Barnes, Lydia Powell and Kelsey Schmitt

Elizabeth King, Claire Hardy, Caitlin Saenz and Alana Shunnarah

Lauren Teter, Morgan Foster, Ashleigh Rye and Anna Thigpen

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Hannah Seale, Lilly Martin, Melissa McGowan and Meredith Taylor

Emily Schneider, Lillie Grace Veazey, Leigh Dees and Katherine Splawn

Kennedye McGhee, Haley Fullman, Mary Kathryn Savage and Emma Thomas

July 1-2 and 5-6 Steve Brown

CALENDAR

•The Comedy Club•

July 3 First Thursday Fiction Book Group

July 1-3 Twain’s Twisted Tales

The Hoover Public Library will host a First Thursday Fiction Book Group to discuss “The Beginner’s Goodbye” by Anne Tyler.

Event will be July 3 at 10 a.m. For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

Steve Brown will perform at The Comedy Club at the Stardome July 1-2 and 5-6.

Check Stardome.com for tickets.

•Hoover Library Theatre•

The Hoover Public Library will host the children’s program, Twain’s Twisted Tales, presented by Madcap Puppets on July 1, 2 and 3 at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Seating is limited to first 250 guests. An evening showing is July 1 at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 2 4th of July Concert •Hoover Senior Center•

The 4th of July Concert at the Hoover Senior Center is July 2 at 12:30 p.m.

For more information, visit Hooveral.org.

•Hoover Public Library•

July 4 Freedom Fest •Hoover Met•

Freedom Fest is all day on July 4 at the Hoover Met. For more information, visit Hooveral.org.

July 6 Global Cuisine at the Plaza •Hoover Public Library•

Coffee-ol-ogy Café will host a program about American foods and coffees July 6 at 2:30 p.m. at the Hoover Library Plaza. Free samples will be provided.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 7 Story Laboratory: Robots •Hoover Public Library•

July 10 Second Thursday Fiction Book Group

Caffeine and Canvas

The Hoover Public Library will host a Second Thursday Fiction Book Group to discuss “The Forgotten Garden” by Kate Morton on July 10 at 10 a.m. For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

A short action-packed storytime for children ages 3 and under is held July 7 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

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Paint a masterpiece with an instructor to take home and revamp your room on July 7 at 6:30 p.m. Supplies provided.

Registration begins June 25 and is open to teens in grades 7-12.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 8 Daytime Nonfiction Book Group •Hoover Public Library•

Join the Hoover Public Library to discuss the month’s nonfiction selection, “Who Stole the American Dream?” by Hedrick Smith at 10:30 a.m. on July 8.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 8-10 Animal Tales •Hoover Library Theatre•

4th of July Concert

Animals Tales presents the children’s program, Reptile Scales & Tails, on July 8, 9 and 10 at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Seating is limited to first 250 guests. An evening showing is July 8 at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

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Mad Science Laboratory •Hoover Public Library•

The Hoover Library presents the children’s program, Mad Science Laboratory, on July 10 at 4 and 6:30 p.m.

Try your hand at your own experiments. Registration begins June 19 and is open to children in grades 1-3.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 10-13 and 17-20 Rodney Carrington •The Comedy Club•

Rodney Carrington will perform at The Comedy Club at the Stardome July 10-13 and July 17-20.

Check Stardome.com for tickets.

July 11 Friday Movie Night •Hoover Public Library•

Come beat the heat and see a movie on July 11 at 6:30 p.m. Free refreshments provided.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

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CALENDAR

July 12 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Bubblemania

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•Hoover Public Library•

The Hoover Library presents the children’s program, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, on July 12 at 10:30 a.m. Heroes on a half-shell are here for an awesome adventure.

Cowabunga!

This event is free and for all ages. For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

Purl @ the Plaza •Hoover Public Library•

Join old friends and make new ones at this crafty meeting of all fiber enthusiasts on July 12 at 1 p.m. Bring your yarn and knit, crochet or embroider.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 14 Story Laboratory: Sound •Hoover Public Library•

The Hoover Library presents a short action-packed storytime for children ages 3 and under on July 14 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

Dr. Who Party •Hoover Public Library•

The Hoover Library presents the teen program, Dr. Who Party. Travel through time and space and party Dr. Who style at our summer finale on July 14 at 6:30 p.m.

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Share your favorite adventure fiction book and learn about other great reads on July 14 at 7 p.m. in the Plaza Reading Room.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 14-17 SEC Football Media Days •Hyatt Regency•

This year’s SEC Football Media Days is July 14-17 at Hyatt Regency, 1000 Riverchase Galleria. For more information, visit Hooveral.org.

July 15-16 Drew Thomas •The Comedy Club•

Drew Thomas will perform at The Comedy Club at the Stardome July 15-16.

Check Stardome.com for tickets.

July 15 and 17 Glue Gun Gang: Pretty Parasol Wreath •Hoover Public Library•

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July 17 Author Time: Sarah MacLean

Make a colorful wreath using mini beach umbrellas to celebrate summer on

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July 15 at 6:30 p.m. or July 17 at 10:30 a.m.

Adults only. Reservations required. Call 444-7840.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 15-17 Bubblemania •Hoover Library Theatre•

The Hoover Library presents the children’s program, Bubblemania, on July 15, 16 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. An evening showing is July 15 at 6:30 p.m. Comedy… with a drip! Seating is limited to first 250 guests.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 16 No Jacket Required Nonfiction Book Group •Hoover Public Library•

Join the No Jacket Required Nonfiction Book Group on July 16 at 10:30 a.m. to discuss a recently read nonfiction title in this month’s genre: From Book to Box Office. Visit the Nonfiction Department for suggestions.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

Skype with the author of “No Good Duke Goes Unpunished” on July 17 at 10 a.m. New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Sarah MacLean is the author of five romances for adults and one for teens, and was named a “literary supernova” by Booklist Magazine.

Reservations at Hooverlibrary.org/ authortime or call 4447820.

Sweet Licks Dixieland Jazz Band •Hoover Library Plaza and Reading Room•

The Hoover Library presents Sweet Licks Dixieland Jazz Band featuring banjo, clarinet, cornet and bass on July 17 at 6:30 p.m.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

Spy Kids Training •Hoover Public Library•

The Hoover Library presents the children’s program, Spy Kids Training, on July 17 at 6:30 p.m. Spy Kids Training: Learn the skills to become a super spy.

Registration begins June 26. Grades 4-6.

July 17-19 National Select 7-on-7 Tournament •Hoover High School•

The National Select 7-on-7 Tournament is July 17-19 at Hoover High School, 1000

Buccaneer Drive. For more information, visit Hooveral. org.

July 18 Fox 6 Free Friday Flicks •Veterans Park•

Fox 6 Free Friday Flicks - Despicable Me 2 (PG) presented by Alagasco is July 18, all day at Veterans Park, 4800 Valleydale Road. Grab a blanket, family and friends for a free family-friendly movie.

For more information, visit Hooveral.org.

July 19 Sorority Recruitment Shopping Showcase

The Birmingham Alumnae Panhellenic presents their second annual Sorority Recruitment Shopping Showcase on July 19 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. This year, Jade Boutique in Trussville and Serendipity Boutique in Cahaba Heights will host.

Members of Birmingham Fox 6 Free Friday Flicks

Alumnae Panhellenic will be available to answer recruitment questions, and help with recruitment wear choices.

For more information, visit the BAP website: Birminghampanhellenic. yolosite.com.

July 22 Horizons Dinner •Hoover Senior Center•

The Horizon’s Dinner is July 22 at 6 p.m. at the Hoover Senior Center, 400 Municipal Drive. For more information, visit Hooveral. org.

July 22-24 Roger Day •Hoover Library Theatre•

The Hoover Library presents the children’s program, Roger Day, on July 22, 23 and 24 at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. An evening showing is July 22 at 6:30 p.m. Sing loud, jump high and dream big! Seating is limited to first 250 guests.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 24 Nighttime Nonfiction Book Group •Hoover Public Library•

Join the Nighttime Nonfiction Book Group on June 24 at 7 p.m. to discuss “The Man in the Rockefeller Suit” by Mark Seal. For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 25 After Hours @ the Plaza: Game Nite •Hoover Library Plaza•

Enjoy video games, Apples to Apples, Scrabble, Munchkin, Fluxx and more.

Have a game you would like to share? Bring it with you on July 25 from 7-10 p.m. For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

Fox 6 Free Friday Flicks •Veterans Park•

Fox 6 Free Friday Flicks – The Lego Movie (PG) presented by Alagasco is July 25, all day at Veterans Park, 4800 Valleydale Road. Grab a blanket, family and friends for a free family-friendly movie.

For more information, visit Hooveral.org.

July 26 Write Club •Hoover Library Plaza•

Jeanie Thompson, poet, educator and director of the Alabama Writers’ Forum, will preview her current writing project, “The Myth of Water: Poems from the Life of Helen Keller,” in “Writing Ourselves into

History through Persona Poetry.” Write Club, the library’s monthly forum for amateur writers, will encourage your literary aspirations by providing an environment for you to network, share your writing, receive moral support and offer constructive criticism on July 26 at 10:30 a.m.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 27 Justin Cross •Hoover Library Plaza•

Justin Cross is a Birmingham based singer/songwriter.

His songs explore faith, mortality and the grand questions of life. His song “Drink the Water” has over 1,000,000 views on YouTube. Come watch him perform at the Library on July 27 at 2:30 p.m.

For more information, visit Hooverlibrary.org.

July 28 Monday at the Movies •Hoover Library Theatre•

A jaded nightclub owner must decide where his loyalties lie. His old flame Ilsa, who broke his heart, shows up in his club with a man who is wanted by the Nazis. She offers herself in exchange for flying the mysterious man out of the area. Who will Rick choose: himself or the future? Come out for “Casablanca” during Monday at the Movies on July 28 at 2 p.m. and again at 6:30 p.m. at the theatre.

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For Quality work and a Free Estimate Call David 205-369-8204 Davis Express Hiring Company Drivers now! Class A & 1yr exp req’d. Paid Wkly; SE Reg runs, No touch frt, 39-42 cpm. Home every 7 days! www. davis-express.com or 800-874-4270, opt.2 TARGET AUCTION. Advanced Real Estate Marketing. 800-4763939 www.targetauction.com

Electrical Helpers Needed.

No experience required, but beneficial. Apply in person Mon-Fri, 7:30 AM. 5920 Smokey Road, Calera AL 35040

FREE ESTIMATES, REASONABLE PRICES Yard Work • Grass Cutting • Landscaping • Tree Removal DOUG PRUETT 205-369-7613

Chilton County Treatment Center 205-755-4300 Treating Opioid Addition With Dignity.

GUTTER INSTALLER needed.

Pelham. Must have good work ethic, experience in gutter installation/construction, Drivers License, good MVR & be able to pass background check/drug test. Year round work, great pay. Call 664-9828.

$300-$1000 WEEKLY! Established company needs 8 reps to market sports merchandise, NASCAR, etc.

• Paid Weekly: hourly + commission & bonuses • No nights or weekends Now Hiring. Call 969-1797

Brand New Mattresses and Box Springs! Kings, Queens, and Fulls starting at $225 205-200-4523

Columbiana Villas 22055 Hwy 25 Apt A-2 Columbiana, AL 35051. Units now available. Rental office (205) 669-6505 TDD/TTY 800-548-2546

Lead Fitter/Welder. Must be certified. Needs own hand tools and be able to read blueprints.

Download application at dunnbuildingcompany.com. No Phone Calls!!

HVAC, Refrigeration, Building Maintenance (carpentry skills), & restaurant equipment techs.

Drug free, great work ethics, & good MVR.

ONLINE AUCTIONS www.GTAOnlineAuctions.com 205-326-0833 Granger, Thagard & Assoc.

Jack F. Granger #873

ALABASTER AREA Longmeadow Mobile Home Park Quiet, Peaceful, Large Rental Lots For Your Home 205-663-0572 DRIVERS Hanna Truck Lines is hiring OTR Drivers for our Northport & Fairfield AL Terminals. Minimum weekly pay & benefits. Willing to Train. Prefer Flatbed Exp. Veterans Welcome Contact Dwayne 800-634-7315 E.O.E. HomeCare Connection Professional massage in your home! Swedish, Neuromuscular & Deep Tissue. Customizable Aromatherapy treatments. Only $75/hr. Call 205-453-4285. www.hcneeds.com CNA’s, LPN’s, RN’s. FT and PT positions available for 2nd & 3rd Shift. New pay scale. Please apply in person at Hatley Health Care, Inc. 300 Medical Center Dr. Clanton, AL 35045 Home Healthcare from the Heart. Do you have a loved one who would benefit from Private Care? Services for every budget!

(205)914-1331. 24 hrs a day/7 days a wk.

J & J Lawns. Specializing in River property, Subdivision Rental & Foreclosed Properties.

Licensed & Insured. Lawncare, Hauling & Cleanup. Call Joe: 205-305-8801 J & M TANK LINES CALERA TERMINAL OTR POSITIONS OR DEDICATED SLIP SEAT Is Home Time Important to You? Tired of Being Gone?

Come Home!!!

Excellent opportunity $2,000 Sign On Bonus.

CDL Class A Drivers Wanted.

Tanker Experience NOT Required. Full Medical & Dental Benefits. Company Paid $50,000 Life Insurance. 401K with Company % Match. Paid Weekly. Layover and Detention Pay. Safety Bonus Program.

We are your Company!!!

J & M Tank Lines Apply @JMTANK.COM OR CALL 256-245-3933

BIRMINGHAM WEST TERMINAL Is Home Time Important To You? Tired of Being Gone?

HOME NIGHTLY! Excellent Opportunity $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS CDL Class A Drivers Wanted Tanker Experience NOT Required Full Medical & Dental Benefits, Company Paid $50,000 Life Insurance, 401K with Company % Match, Paid Weekly, Layover and Detention Pay, Safety Bonus. We are your Company!!!

J & M TANK LINES Apply @ JMTANK.COM or Call 256-245-3933 J & W Professional Painting Interior and Exterior 205-788-2907 Carpet Installer has several rolls of carpet. Will sell and install cheap. Free estimates.

205-215-8984 Bucket Truck / Tree Climber.

3 yrs exp. CDL required. Top pay guaranteed. 205-836-2038 or 205-229-7144.

KINGWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL NEEDS SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS & BUS DRIVERS! Email rgray@ kingwoodchristianschool.com

Service Technician. Top Pay. Benefits & Commission! Apply in person: Mainline Heating & Air. 400 Hillwood Park S, Alabaster, AL. A Drug Free Company (205) 664-4751

Part-time weekend industrial cleaning positions available in the Vance area. Day & evening shifts. $9 per hr. Call 205-267-3910or apply online atwww.oninstaffing.com.

1 Call Does it All! Pressure wash, paint, carpentry: ShelbyPainter.com Stone, brick, concrete: ShelbyHardscape.com Gardening, landscaping: ShelbyLawn.com 205-530-3830

PAINT ANY SIZE ROOM! Only $50! Walls only, one coat. Drywall repairs. Water damage, Electrical.

205-702-2733

Montgomery Stockyard Drop Station at Gray & Son’s in Clanton. Call Lane at 205389-4530. For other hauling arrangements, contact Wes in Harpersville 205-965-8657 Monya’s In-Home Care 1 Perimeter Park South, Ste 100N, Birmingham, AL 35243 Tel:(205) 234-5843 monyashomecare.com Morrison Healthcare Food Svc Currently Taking application for all postitions, all shifts available, contact Tabitha Tennant: tabithatennant@ iammorrison.com or put in application at 1000 1st St. N, Alabaster, 35007

Lee’s Lawn Service. Residential and commercial. 18 years experience. (205)229-7009

NEW Discounted Rates @ Montevallo Golf Club • 6658057 • Public Par 71 18-hole • Memberships available • Twilight and Senior Rate • Full length Driving Range $21 Mon-Fri, $26 Sat-Sun.

Washers & Dryers starting at $140! Refrigerators & Stoves starting at $150!

Lewie’s Appliance 3515 Pelham Pkwy 205-490-7500

Now Hiring! Full time positions! Setup/Assembly/ C.S.R. We train all positions. $2400/mo per co. policy. Dress Professional. Start this week!

Call Matt@ 205-206-7902

NOW HIRING! Production Workers and Forklift Drivers to work in Alabaster.

Lyons HR 205-943-4820

Immediate Hire for Project in Birmingham • Millwrights • Welders • Ironworkers • Electricians. Apply online at mwservicesinc.com EOE

Owner Operators Wanting Dedicated Year Round Anniston, AL www.pull4klb.com

M & M Boats Boating Starts Here 55 Co Rd 935, Jemison (205) 688-9180 FT Drivers Needed. Must be willing to work days, nights or weekends. Wages begin at $10/hr. www.MacsDelivers. com 866-217-1928 or email amy@macsdelivers.com MACS Courier Service Tree Trimming, Topping, Cutting, Stump Grinding, Gutter Cleaning.

Mack Lollar 205-253-0283

MATTRESS SETS 100% New w/Warranty.

Furniture, too! We Deliver and Finance!

TWIN Sets From $99 FULL Sets From $129 QUEEN Sets From $149 KING Sets From $295 (205)912-7177 MyUltimateMattress.com Manufacturing/Assembly positions available in Calera area. Full time hours, all shifts available. Call today 205-267-3910

Exterior Painting and Drywall. Make your house look new again. Over 20 years experience, quality and craftsmanship. Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Call 205.966.6230 Looking for an hvac service tech/duct installer/installer asap. Small company looking for someone to be able to install heating and a.c. systems, as well as handle service calls and duct installation. Must be knowledgeable in all above areas, pass a background check and a drug test. Need to be able to work on own. Please contact at 205-669-9187 for further information and to apply.

OTR Class A Driver in Montgomery, AL. • 3 years experience • $.40-.50 per mile • Paid weekly • BCBS Insurance • Home Weekends • EZ & prepass • Safety bonus.

Call: (334) 288-8106 Right at Home Homecare services available in your area. Please call 205-460-1062 Immediate Job Openings for Caregiver/CNAs in Shelby County.

Apply at www.rahbhm.com.

Experienced Diesel Mechanic in Pelham/Birmingham area.

Must have valid AL DL and own tools. Able to work any time during the day or night.

Immediate opening.

Call 205-685-8859.

Free removal and pick up of unwanted items, appliances, water heaters, furniture, leftover yard sale items, etc.

We also clean out garages and basements. Call Kenneth for more info (205)540-7023 Salser Plumbing, LLC. New construction, Septic Pumping, Service & Remodel. Brandon Salser, Master Plumber & Gas Fitter.

205-965-0444. salserplumbing@gmail.com *Licensed, Fully Insured, and Bonded*

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is now hiring managers and drivers/ loaders. Apply at: 1401 FL Shuttlesworth Dr. Birmingham, AL. 35234 Monday-Friday 9am-4pm

HELP WANTED 2 JOBS AVAILABLE •Industrial Tire Technician •Experience a plus ••Forklift technician ••Experience Necessary CALL 205-672-7474

School Bus Drivers For CDL and non CDL drivers. Clean Drug & Criminal background.

Only Serious Inq, For immediate employment, apply: School Transportation Solutions: 1301 F L Shuttlesworth Dr. 205-324-4024

OTR Flatbed Driver Needed.

Flatbed experience. Hazmat required. Must have good driving record. For more information call: 256-225-8351

Immediate Openings For Full Time Positions ** Comprehensive ** ** Benefits Package ** Machine Operators. Must have 2 plus years of experience as a manufacturing Machine Operator. Machine set-up experience is a major plus! Pay DOE. Industrial Maintenance Minimum of 2 yrs. exp.

Must be able to weld.

Apply in person: Smith Companies 100 Pardue Road Pelham, AL 35124 205-620-4455 Roofs, Gutters, Chimney.

Repair & Remodel, Baths & Kitchen our Specialty! Free Estimates! Southern Home Remodeling 205-624-3144 PLUMBERS NEEDED Call 682-2828, fax resume to 682-2827 or email to resume@sps9.com Electricians Needed Birmingham & Tuscaloosa Call 682-2828, fax resume to 682-2827 or email to resume@sps9.com IMMEDIATE POSITIONS!!!!!

Need 5 motivated workers to replace 5 lazy ones! Loaders, assistant manager, customer service positions, sales reps.

Need valid DL. No experience neccesary. Long hours, but very competitive pay. Call Drew (205)490-1003 or (404)723-1322 CLOCK REPAIR SVS. * Setup * Repair * Maintenance I can fix your Mother’s clock. Alabaster/ Pelham Call Stephen (205) 663-2822 Stokes Automotive. 2nd Chance Financing. Good, bad or ugly. We clobber big city prices & interest rates! 205.755.7581 Steel Building. Allocated Bargains. 40x60 on up. We do deals. gosteelbuildings.com Source# 18X 251-241-4250

The View Apartments Alabaster 1, 2, & 3 BRs Good Credit Required 205-663-6650 Landscape Position. North Shelby County. Apply Mon-Fri, 8am-2pm. Call 296-2329 or 991-4653 for directions & info.

Stable Hand Position. Parttime. North Shelby County. To apply, call 205-991-9720 or 205-531-1355.

Trailer, Tire & Diesel Mechanics and Welder Needed Must have experience. If you meet qualifications please call or email resume 205-250-0553 christyb@tiretechinc.net RECEPTIONIST FT/PT. GREAT 1st Job! Great work environment. Benefits available. www.tcac.org/employment.html GUN & KNIFE EXPO Events in Central and North Alabama.

Check www.vpigunshows.com/ Valley Productions for shows near you!

256-335-8474 MANUFACTURED HOMES MOBILE HOMES with land.

Ready to move in. Owner financing with approved credit. 3 bdrm., 2 bath. No renters.1-205-289-8899 VMFhomes.com Become a Dental Asst. in ONLY 8 WEEKS! Please visit our website capstonedentalassisting.com or call (205) 561-8118 and get your career started!

Painters Needed! Must have min 3 yrs experience with new residential painting, dependable transportation, clean appearance, and good work ethic. Must be Drug & Alcohol free. References Req’d. Call 621-2627.

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