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he year is 1774, and Abigail Adams is married to Patrick Henry. Wait … that’s not right. Although both Henry and Adams played important roles during the country’s founding, they were definitely not married to each other. Patrick Henry was an American attorney, politician and one of the country’s founding fathers, perhaps best known for his “Give me liberty, or give me death” speech. Abigail Adams was the wife of John Adams –making her the second First Lady of the United States – and the mother of John Quincy Adams. At American Village in Montevallo, however, the actors who portray both characters are married to each other – an inside joke for the volunteers and staffers who keep the educational institution running throughout the year. In early June, I got to go behind the scenes of the American Village. I met some of the historical interpreters, including Noel Stewart, who plays Abigail Adams. It was a fascinating learning experience. I have visited the American Village before, of course, but I loved seeing the employees and volunteers gearing up for their summer programs. I also got the chance to talk to American Village founder and CEO Tom
Walker for hours about how the institution was developed. I walked away inspired by the passion and dedication of both our American ancestors who founded our country and the people who keep the American Village running throughout the year. I have been working in the Shelby County area for almost four years now, and I am always surprised when I meet someone who has not visited the American Village. It’s a state treasure, and we are so lucky to have it located here. If you haven’t visited, I urge you to do so this summer. You can play trap ball and hoops, meet Patrick Henry and join George Washington’s Continental Army. Even better, if you don’t have Fourth of July plans, you can attend Independence Day 1774, the American Village’s annual celebration. To read more about the American Vilalge, which is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, check out page 16. I hope you have a safe and fun Fourth of July. As always, feel free to contact me with any questions, comments or story ideas. l
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ON THE COVER Abigail Cope of Vestavia and Nathan Brasher, an Evangel Christian student, are Junior Interpreters at the American Village this summer. The American Village is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. Cover design: Robyn Holm Photography: Dawn Harrison
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Digital diet Have you ever gone out to dinner and looked around at the families sitting near you? How many are having a conversation with each other? Or do you see heads buried into their phones and hear an occasional grunt. Technology has overwhelmed our daily lives to the point of Lisa Phillips, owner of SimpleWorks, constant distraction. Many of us Simpleworks.guru can no longer focus on a single lisa@simpleworks.guru task or a face-to-face conversation 205.981.7733 without retreating to the virtual world every minute. Families today are busier than ever before, and if we have learned anything from history … we know we will continue to jam-pack every minute of every day. While we can’t ignore the convenience that technology has brought into our world, would a break every now and then be such a bad thing? One huge tip to calm the chaos, separate crazy and busy, and even gain back some precious family time is to go on a digital diet. Now, before you have a meltdown and say, “That will not work” – let’s walk through the “screens” of your life. Email: Take a break, especially overnight or for the weekend. Computer: Use a dictionary. Look at an atlas. Call a business to see when they open. Play solitaire with a deck of cards. Interaction is a wonderful thing. Social Media: Would anyone miss you for a day? Sometimes we are so busy updating our status that we forget to live in the moment with those who are present. TV: Put the DVR to use or use On Demand . Phone: Voice mail is a wonderful tool, when utilized. Text: Messages will stay in your inbox. Give yourself permission not to be available for immediate access. (Have you ever tried to call someone and get no response, yet you send a text and get an immediate reply?) Hand-Held Technology (Kindle, iPod, video games, etc): Great time to recharge them! With any diet, sometimes there’s bit of cheating. An occasional chocolate chip cookie may sidetrack you a bit, yet the saying goes, “You can start a diet in the middle of a bag of potato chips.” Let’s make a conscious effort to increase the time we spend with our families by using the most basic form of communication – being together without a screen between us. While technology has advanced our lives beyond measure, every once in a while we might need to turn them off in order to make eye contact. It doesn’t get any easier than talking and listening to each other across the dinner table. It’s that simple. l July 2015 | 7
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Pelham resident receives DAR award Kianna Muse, a senior at Shades Mountain Christian School, was recently awarded the DAR Good Citizens Award by the Lily of the Cahaba Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. Kianna is the daughter of Frederick and Katrina Muse of Pelham. She is pictured with Lily of the Cahaba Chapter Good Citizens Committee Chair Tricia Farris. The Good Citizens Award was established in 1930 by the Daughters of the American Revolution and recognizes a senior high school student who demonstrates outstanding patriotism, leadership, service and dependability. Each school may honor only one senior class student per year as their DAR Good Citizen. The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded in 1890 to promote patriotism, preserve American history and support better education for our nation’s children. Any woman is eligible for membership who is 18 years of age and can prove lineal, blood descent from an ancestor who aided in achieving American independence. For information about membership in Lily of the Cahaba, emaillilyofthecahaba@gmail. com. 8 | ShelbyLiving.com
Hoover Chamber awards $21,000 in scholarships The Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce awarded the 2015-2016 Lila Parks Scholarships to 13 students, totaling $21,000, during the May 21 Chamber Luncheon. The scholarships are restricted to public four-year colleges and universities located within the state of Alabama. Students applying can be from any of the area schools, including all public and private schools, but must be a Hoover resident, or at least one parent must be employed by the City of Hoover or a Hoover Chamber member. The chamber awarded scholarship to
13 students for the 2015-2016 school year. Danielle Haynes of Helena High School and Sarah Singleton of Thompson High School in Alabaster both received schoalrships. Hoover High School recipients included 2013 graduate Anastasiya Naydonova, 2012 graduate Benjamin Hartmann and 2015 graduates Joshua Fullenwider, Nina Mascia, Jasmine Fenderson, Kierra Parker and Caroline Patterson. Spain Park High School recipients included 2015 graduates Daniel Engel, Katelynn Hagerla and Elana Ritchey.
Tim McGraw to perform Country music artist Tim McGraw will take the stage at Pelham’s Oak Mountain Amphitheatre in August, the venue announced in mid-May. Tim McGraw, along with guests Billy Currington and Chase Bryant, will perform at the Pelham venue on Friday, Aug. 14 beginning at 7 p.m., according to the Amphitheatre’s Facebook page. The stop will be part of McGraw’s Shotgun Rider Tour. McGraw has had 10 albums and 25 singles reach the top of the country music charts since he hit the airwaves in 1994. He has won three Grammy
Awards, 14 Academy of Country Music Awards, 11 Country Music Association Awards, 10 American Music Awards and three People’s Choice Awards. McGraw is the most recent addition to the popular Pelham music venue’s summer schedule.Other scheduled performers include Florida Georgia Line, The Fray, Def Leppard, Styx, Tesla, Dierks Bentley, Maddie and Tae, Canaan Smith, Lady Antebellum, Toby Keith and Van Halen. To view upcoming shows and order tickets, visit Theoakmountain amphitheater.com.
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Locals named to UA’s band, color guard This fall when the University of Alabama’s Million Dollar Band takes the field during football season, there will be seven local girls on the field as color guard or Crimsonettes. On Saturday, April 25, tryouts were held at Foster
Auditorium for Crimsonettes and the indoor football practice facility for the color guard. Pictured, left to right, are Emily Jackson, Savannah Cambron, Catherine Darby, Noel Posey, Courtney Carter and Katie Rose. Not pictured is Brooke Patton.
Asbury UMC kicks off $14 million campaign Big things are coming at Asbury United Methodist Church in North Shelby. In April, the Church kicked off the Reach Campaign to raise money for a multi-million dollar expansion project. The expansion includes a new 35,000 square-foot worship space, a nearly 30,000 squarefoot office and educational space, new athletic fields and 338 additional parking spaces. The entire project comes with a $14 million price tag. Expansion has been in the works for a long time, Asbury UMC Church Administrator Mike Gibbs explained, noting it was part of the church’s master plan created 20 years ago. “We’ve reached the point where we need to go ahead and do this,” Gibbs said. “Square-
footage is the biggest need we have... We’ve had to hold off on things because of limitations on space.” Construction is targeted to begin in early 2016, but first Asbury UMC is looking to raise between $6 million and $8 million in funds. Nearly $3.5 million has been pledged to the Reach Campaign since it was kicked off in April. For more information, visit Reach.asburyonline.org. July 2015 | 9
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Noah Galloway finishes third on DWTS Alabaster resident Noah Galloway and his dancing partner, Sharna Burgess, took home bronze in the 20th season of Dancing with the Stars, judges announced during the show’s finale on May 19. Galloway, a former U.S. Army sergeant, lost portions of his left arm and leg during a December 2005 improvised explosive device attack near Baghdad, Iraq. “I thought three weeks, at the most, I’d be here. I made it to third place, and I’m so happy with that,” Galloway said after the results were announced. “And it’s because of all the support of everyone out there that loved everything Sharna and I were doing.” “It doesn’t feel like a competition because everyone I’ve met on the show has just been incredible, and they have motivated me to do more and to push myself, and that’s what I love about being on here,” Galloway said. Before Galloway and Burgess learned
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their fate on the show, they performed one final time for the show’s judges, and received a score of 36 out of 40. Rumer Willis and her teammate Val Chmerkovskiy were named champions of the show and Riker Lynch and his teammate Allison Holker placed second. “You’ve given so much to America. Why shouldn’t America give you the mirror ball?” Judge Len Goodman told Galloway and Burgess.
Judge Julianne Hough thanked Galloway and Burgess for captivating the show’s viewers. “Both of you have been the heart of this competition, and you have taken the hearts of America and brought it to this ballroom,” said Julianne Hough. “You are a warrior, you are a champion, so thank you for that.” Judge Bruno Tonioli called Galloway a “legend” and said he has “exceeded expectations week after week.” “From a human point of view, you have been one of the most inspiring people I have had the honor to share a stage with,” Tonioli said. “You really have been a beacon of inspiration for us all.” “I’m so sad that’s the last time we’re going to see you dance, because every time you’ve come out here into the ballroom, you’ve done more than dance,” Judge Carrie Ann Inaba said. “You’ve changed peoples’ lives forever.”
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ot only does the summer bring lots of fun in the sun, vacations and time spent with family, it also brings the annual Shelby County Shindig Barbecue Cook-Off. Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 18 for a day of fun and good barbecue. This joint fundraiser goes to support the efforts of the Shelby County Arts Council and the South Shelby Chamber of Commerce. The proceeds of the event support the programs that help make Shelby County the great place it is. Some of the programs from the Shelby County Arts Council include: ArtAbilities therapeutic art program for special needs students, art classes for teens at the Juvenile Detention Center and the “Writing Our Stories” anti-bullying creative writing program. These outreach programs have had a positive effect in the community and helped cultivate creativity in the next generation. The South Shelby Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to growing businesses in Shelby County. Funds raised during the Shelby County Shindig help ensure the Chamber can continue to assist businesses with growth, education and marketing. The Chamber is dedicated to inspiring professionals
and seeing their endeavors flourish. Funds also support the South Shelby Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Fund, which awards three $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in south Shelby County. Why not come out for an afternoon of good food and good fun while supporting organizations making a positive impact in the community? Up to 20 teams compete for the title of “Best Ribs” with other competition categories of “Best Sauce,” “Chef’s Choice” and “People’s Choice.” There is still time to register your team! For more information, visit Shelbycountyshindig.com. Along with great barbecue, the Shindig will also feature an artist market, live music from local performers, Frios Pops and a public drum circle directed by John Scalici. Gates open to the public at 1 p.m., admission is free. Public barbecue tastings start at 4 p.m. and the CookOff winner will be announced at 6:30 p.m. Tasting tickets for the event can be purchased in advance for $10 or the day of the event for $15. Join us July 18 for a great day of delicious barbecue, music and art while doing something good for the community. For more information, visit Shelbycountyartscouncil.com. l
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The world’s greatest hobby Shelby County Camera Club nurtures local photographers Written by LAURA BROOKHART Photographs CONTRIBUTED
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Cat Lounging by Panya Serrano. Dismals Waterfall by Panya Serrano. Shelby Hotel 1 by Delos Johnson. Floral Collage by Sarah Jones. Shelby Hotel 2 by Delos Johnson.
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who wants to improve his/her skill for finishing images.” Ready to share the technical processes that today’s photographer will most find helpful, Johnson has made free presentations on Lightroom, Adobe Camera Raw Deconstructed and Digital Post Processing 101 to the Shelby County Camera Club and Shades Valley Camera Club. The club has recruited presentations such as “To The Ends Of The Earth – An Antarctica Journey” presented by Yvonne Brakefield Knowles, who experienced and shared an item from her ultimate bucket list—literally going to the ends of the earth. Knowles flew from Birmingham to Argentina then boarded a French ship that took her through the Drake Passage to Antarctica. David Frings, now with Oak Mountain Interpretive Center, has shared photos from his work—close-up
views of native birds and creatures there, as well as from a trip to Big Sur, Calif. Hank Siegel has presented a learning session and discussion on How to See Light as an Artist. At each meeting, members (and guests) are invited to bring their latest photo efforts to share with the group. The group also apprises members of photo opportunities they can attend solo or join when a group trip comes together. Sarah Jones is a club member who has spent most of her photographic journey shooting film. “I love photography. It’s the world’s greatest hobby because you can get lost in it to whatever extent you want and the creative possibilities are endless,” she said. “I’ve always been ‘the one with the camera’ and I strive to capture images that show a different view from the usual — a different angle, a capture closer than the naked eye might see or lighting that emphasizes a special nuance.” Panya Serrano is an Alabama native and club member who has always enjoyed photography and nature. “I’ve captured landscape and macro photographs for the last 15 years,” Serrano said. “Last year I joined the SCCC to share and learn with other photo enthusiasts.” The club welcomes those with all levels of photography experience and interest. The club meets monthly at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit, 858 Kent Dairy Road, Alabaster. Dates are posted on the club’s Facebook page. l July 2015 | 13
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The American Village celebrates its 15th anniversary Written by KATIE MCDOWELL Photographs by DAWN HARRISON AND JON GOERING
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n a warm June day, Noel Stewart is overseeing the training of the American Village’s Junior Interpreters, a group of about 30 school-age interns who portray early American villagers. As the program’s director, Stewart, who also portrays Abigail Adams, oversees the annual admissions process and training for the summer program. “We have a training and development week when we focus on things like the elements of performance and acting,” Stewart said. The interns learn about historical interpretation and how it’s different from acting. They develop a character, practice enunciation and learn 18th century movement and etiquette. They even learn games like hoops and trap ball, which were popular during that time. “It has to look real,” Stewart said. “You have to be able to see the truth in their eyes.” By the time the American Village’s Celebrate America summer program begins, the interns are ready to realistically portray America’s first citizens. The 30 interns are a small but important piece of the American Village puzzle. The institution employs 32 full- and part-time staffers, as well as 150 volunteers who work at some point during the year.
They are a big reason why the American Village has been such a success. The American Village is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. Since it opened, about half a million students have visited to learn about America’s founding and the people who made it possible. “The American Village is really a fun place, and it’s an uplifting place to celebrate our country,” founder and CEO Tom Walker said. “Our true aim is to get young people more excited, and I’m really proud of the work our staff is (doing).” Walker can’t remember exactly when he came up with the idea of the American Village, but it was sometime in the late 1980s or early 1990s. The University of Montevallo graduate and self-professed “history geek” grew up with two grandfathers who were especially passionate about history and patriotism. A trip to Mount Vernon when he was in fourth grade cemented his love for America’s founders. “The trip to Mt. Vernon helped me understand that George Washington was a person just like my grandfather,” he recalled. Walker was also influenced by William White, former governor of Mississippi, who emphasized the importance of inspiring young people about their heritage. Walker envisioned American Village
Fireworks light up the sky during the American VIllage’s Fourth of July celebration.
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THE NATIONAL VETERANS SHRINE AND REGISTER OF HONOR The National Veterans Shrine and Register of Honor is another popular attraction for visitors at the American Village. A recent addition, the shrine opened in 2014. “It’s one of the few things that was not (on the master plan),” American Village founder and CEO Tom Walker said. “The advent of technology made it possible.” Patterned after Philadelphia’s Carpenters’ Hall, the shrine features interactive media, artifacts and exhibits. It also features major sculptures and expansive paintings. The shrine honors the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans from all wars. “These are the ones who took the ideas and made them possible,” Walker said. Housed within the shrine is the Veterans Register of Honor, “a website and database containing photographs, biographical sketches and stories of America’s veterans and active members of the United States Armed Forces,” according to its website. Military members or their family can send submissions through the website. Visitors to the shrine are able to search for veterans by name or hometown and view their information on digital screens. Walker hopes that in time all Alabama families will submit information about friends or family members who served in the military. For more information, visit veteransregisterofhonor.com 18 | ShelbyLiving.com
as a hands-on classroom that would immerse students in the American Revolution and the early years of the country’s founding. He also felt that Americans, especially younger generations, suffered from a growing “national amnesia” – “forgetting our American memory of the history and foundations of American liberty and selfgovernment,” according to American Village’s website. He hoped the American Village would reverse that trend by immersing students in our national history and helping them connect to our founders. “It’s really about preparing people to be good citizens,” Walker said. Walker began drumming up support for his idea in the early 1990s, finding early supporters in Shelby County and influential residents like Butch Ellis, the county’s attorney. In 1995, two years after Walker began talking publicly about the American Village, the Alabama Legislature officially chartered the institution as a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Walker also worked with architects, notably CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Junior Interpreters play hoops on the Constitution Green. The 151st Alabama Army National Guard Band plays on Memorial Day. Performer Kenneth Taylor eats a lit torch during Fourth of July celebrations. Abigail Cope is a junior Interpreter this summer.
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Hundreds pack the Constitution Green on the Fourth of July.
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Mike Hamrick of Eufaula, Alabama, to plan and create the campus. Most of the buildings that now make up the American Village were planned for during that time. The campus includes a courthouse with stocks and pillory, a chapel, replicas of the Oval Office and Mount Vernon and more. On Nov. 30, 1999, the American Village officially opened. If you visit the American Village this summer, you are likely to stumble across Patrick Henry or Dolley Madison. You may even be conscripted in George Washington’s Continental Army. The programs are part of the American Village’s Celebrate America summer program. Melanie Poole, marketing and communications director, said children love getting to experience 18th-century life first-hand. They learn important lessons and fun facts, like Colonial army members needing at least two good teeth to join. Younger children particularly love a program about the ride of Paul Revere, who famously warned American citizens that “The British are coming!” A favorite for older students is a program where they attempt to pass the Red Coats while hiding the fact that one of them is an American spy during the Revolutionary War. “There was one student who broke down and said he was the spy. He said he didn’t do well under pressure,” Walker recalled with a laugh. The programs help the students empathize with their Revolutionary counterparts, who were often only a little older than the American Village visitors when they took part in the Revolutionary War. Nathan Brasher, a Junior Interpreter and student at Evangel Christian School, said he enjoys interacting with visitors. “It’s just fun to be in character and to see what it’s like back then,” he said.
PLAN YOUR TRIP TO THE AMERICAN VILLAGE Celebrate America! Description: American Village’s summer program featuring historical reenactments about events during the American Revolution. Dates: Monday-Friday from June 1 through Aug. 21, excluding July 3 and 6. Times: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission: Family price, $25. Adults, $10. Youth 5-17, $9. Free for seniors, active military, veterans and children ages 4 and under.
Independence Day 1776 Description: American Village’s annual Fourth of July celebration with costumed historical interpreters, Revolutionary Army drills, 18thcentury games, Independence Ball and fireworks. Date: July 4 Time: Gates typically open at 11 a.m., and events start at noon with evening fireworks. Admission: $5 admission. Free for active military, veterans and children ages 4 and under. July 2015 | 21
Now in his second year interning, Brasher spends his time playing games with the children on the Constitution Green. He also gets to play the violin at the Independence Ball during the American Village’s Fourth of July celebration this year. Independence Day 1776, the annual Fourth of July program, typically draws a crowd of thousands who see costumed historical interpreters, Revolutionary Army drills, 18thcentury games, fireworks and of course, the Independence Ball. The American Village also hosts programs during other patriotic holidays throughout the year, including Memorial Day and George Washington’s birthday, as well as a Christmas event. Poole said they also have groups visit throughout the year for special tours, including school trips, church groups, family reunions and clubs. The American Village is located at 3727 Alabama 119 in Montevallo. For more information, call 205-665-3535 or visit Americanvillage.org. l Chuck King and Friends perform jazz numbers in The Barn at American Village as part of the Fourth of July celebration.
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Where the wild things are Center showcases native plants, animals of Oak Mountain State Park Written by GINNY COOPER MCCARLEY Photographs JON GOERING and DAVID FRINGS
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irds chirp, water gurgles, and the resident rattlesnake takes a midafternoon nap at the Oak Mountain Interpretive Center, a 2,500 square foot space which features an interactive exhibit space, meeting room, and teaching laboratory. The mission of the center is “conservation through awareness and education,” said director David Frings. “We want to give park visitors information to increase their knowledge and awareness of our native wildlife.” Frings primarily puts the exhibits together himself: He takes the photographs, writes the information, and even builds the habitats by hand, with help from students at Samford University. One of the newest exhibits, “Oak Mountain After Dark,” includes pictures of animals parkgoers don’t get to see themselves gathered from game cameras set up in the park. The pictures show a white tailed deer nursing her fawn as well as coyote, rabbits and other wildlife. Soon, a television will play short videos of the animals, such as the fox squirrel. Twice the size of the more common gray squirrel, the fox squirrel shies away from people, ensuring many visitors never catch a glimpse of the playful animal. “You can see fox squirrels turning flips on camera,” Frings said. “There are a number of
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them in the park, but not many get to see them. They’re beautiful animals.” Running almost the length of the room is a geologic cross section of Oak Mountain, which shows the different rock layers and types of rock within the mountain, along with examples of each rock type for visitors to touch, designed by Southern Custom Exhibits. Bruce Andrews, executive director of the Shelby County Arts Council and local artist, painted a mural of Peavine Falls complete with a snake, butterflies, and a raccoon that lines a wall within the space.
The Oak Mountain Interpretive Center features an interactive exhibit space, meeting room and teaching laboratory.
“We want to give park visitors information to increase their knowledge and awareness of our native wildlife. — David Frings “Most people, when they think about Oak Mountain State Park they think about Peavine Falls,” Frings said. “We’re trying to incorporate as many local people and organizations as possible, to showcase their talents.” Several new exhibits are in the works: A wetland exhibit will house turtles and fish, with a diorama on top. “What’s blooming now in Oak Mountain State Park” will feature images of flowers throughout the park, such as the pink and white azaleas that bloom in the Spring. “(Visitors) can see what’s in the park if they aren’t familiar, and where they can go out and see and photograph them,” Frings explained. A joint venture between Oak Mountain State Park, Samford University, and July 2015 | 25
CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: White-tailed deer can be found at the park. (Contributed photo.) An exhibit illustrates different types of local trees. David Frings is the director of the center. An exhibit illustrating Alabama’s geography. The playful fox squirrel can be found at the park, but visitors rarely catch a glimpse of this shy animal. (Contributed photo.)
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Shelby County, the Oak Mountain Interpretive Center plays host to upwards of 100 visitors a week, with travelers from as far as France, Canada and Sweden stopping to see the sights. “We are able to share our natural heritage here in Shelby County with people from around the world,” Frings said. For Lauren Muncher—a junior at Samford University who has worked at the center for just over one year—interactions with visitors are a
chance to help others appreciate nature as much as she does. “I enjoy educating the public and hopefully getting people as passionate as I am about nature,” Muncher said. The center has snakes on display—the favorite with visitors, Muncher said, is the rattlesnake— as well as three non-venomous education snakes visitors can touch or hold. “I’ve had kids come in and be terrified of
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labama native David M. Frings served the city of Alabaster for 12 years as mayor before becoming director of the Oak Mountain Interpretive Center. A graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a degree in geology and biology, Frings worked as a licensed geologist for Alabama Power Company until his retirement in 2006 and has had a life-long fascination with nature. 1. When did your love of nature begin? I began to notice and love nature at age 5. 2. What sparked your interest? We moved to a new house in a subdivision near Bluff Park that was very rural at that time. We had numerous lizards, snakes and turtles that were in the yard and I began catching them. It grew from there and my parents were very supportive. 3. What is your favorite bug, reptile, animal or plant and why? As far as a favorite that lives in Oak Mountain State Park, it would be the fox squirrel. They are much larger than the gray squirrel and I like to watch them scamper through the trees. 4. What is the craziest or most unexpected animal you have seen? Duck-bill platypus on a trip to Australia two years ago. 5. Do you have any pets of your own? What are they? Yes, one green-cheek conure (parrot), a sulcata tortoise named Walter (weighs 75 pounds), pancake tortoises, red foot tortoise, leopard tortoise, snake-neck turtle, blue-tongue skinks, Argentine tegu, bearded dragon, woma python, ball python, Dumerils boa constrictor, tomato frogs, white tree frogs, and one dog named Abby. July 2015 | 27
LEFT: Frings oversees the center, which is a joint venture between Oak Mountain State Park, Samford University and Shelby County. RIGHT: The exterior of the center.
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snakes and leave loving snakes,” Muncher laughed. The center is open five days a week, from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Sunday, and someone is always available to give tours and answer questions to groups of any size. “We are always here to do programs and teach,” Muncher said. For Park Superintendent Kelly Ezell, the center is a great asset to the park and a chance to share all of the natural resources within the park to visitors. “This is a wonderful, wonderful interpretive opportunity for us,” Ezell said. Outside the Oak Mountain Interpretive Center, a butterfly garden attracts between 25 to 30 species of native butterflies with noninvasive host plants such as milkweeds, bee balm and butterfly
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ABOVE: Grosbeak birds can be seen at the park.
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bushes grown in a greenhouse at Samford. “Butterflies love it, monarchs love it,” Frings said, noting the best time for spotting butterflies is from May until the first frost in the fall. A backyard habitat lined with colorful flowers and blueberry bushes attracts wildlife, and visitors can get tips for building their own as well.
For Frings, the center is about more than just showcasing indigenous plants and animals: It is also about promoting conservation of native species. “Through our exhibits and taking people on trails, we can show them what we have. We have a high diversity in Alabama,” Frings said. “Hopefully that will lead to conservation efforts.” l
HEALTH & FITNESS
In sickness and health St. Vincent’s One Nineteen offers healthcare like no other Written by STEPHANIE HOLDERBY Photographs CONTRIBUTED
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ore than 10 years ago as St. Vincent’s Health System planned for our One Nineteen campus, we challenged ourselves to think differently about healthcare. As we began to look beyond the walls of the hospital, we set out to create a model of care that not only cared for you when you’re sick, but was also focused on keeping you well. That’s why we brought together everything from fitness to spa to medical care to bring you integrated care in a way that hadn’t been done before in this area. Today, as we continue to expand and enhance our campus, our dedication to providing “healthcare like no other” remains stronger than ever. With our expansion project, we’ll soon be offering you an urgent care, outpatient surgery and more physician offices. This will only add to the numerous health and wellness offerings you already have available right in your own community. So, what does “healthcare like no other” really mean for you? It means that you receive a wide range of integrated health and wellness services in one convenient location. For example, let’s say you hurt your ankle working in the yard. You visit your primary care physician at St. Vincent’s One Nineteen, who directs you to an orthopedic physician (also on campus) for a closer look. That physician determines that you need surgery on your ankle and schedules you at our outpatient surgery center (open late 2015).
But, your care at One Nineteen doesn’t end after surgery. You begin working with one of our physical therapists to help you get back into your normal routine. As you regain your strength, you recommit yourselves to a fitness routine and start working out with a personal trainer in our Fitness Center. With an understanding of your recent injury and future fitness goals, your trainer helps you develop a specialized fitness plan. As part of your plan, you decide to put a stronger focus on your overall health by also eating healthier. You begin to meet regularly with one of our dietitians, and together, you create a meal plan that best complements your fitness routine and fits within your busy schedule. In addition, as part of your fitness membership and one of the Triple Pack Assessment options, you further relieve any stress or tension with a massage at our spa. Throughout the process, you’re in one accessible location with a team working closely together to coordinate your care. We’re treating you when you’re sick/injured with your broken ankle, but also giving you the health and wellness support to prevent future injuries and to keep you healthy beyond this one incident. It’s all a part of providing you with “healthcare like no other” at St. Vincent’s One Nineteen. Visit onenineteen.com to learn more about our wide range of “healthcare like no other” services. Stephanie Holderby is executive director of St. Vincent’s One Nineteen. l
With its new expansion, St. Vincent’s One Nineteen will offer a wider range of integrated health and wellness services.
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CLEARANCE CENTERS Eastlake
836-6281
1st Avenue North Across From U-Haul
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La Storia
Shelby County residents share history of Italian American ancestors Written by GINNY COOPER MCCARLEY Photographs ???
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hen Alabaster resident Mary Ann Tudisco’s grandmother, Maria Monte Piazza, arrived at the Port of New Orleans in 1907, she carried a single trunk containing all of her belongings from her life in Sicily. The trunk is one of many artifacts found at the Vulcan Park and Museum’s exhibition, La Storia: Birmingham’s Italian Community, which tells the story of Italian immigrants who overcame discrimination and hardships to create vibrant communities throughout the Birmingham area. Tudisco and her sister, Angie Giardina, donated both the trunk and a pair of rosaries for the exhibit, which will run through the beginning of September at the museum. For Tudisco, the trunk is more than just an artifact: It is a badge of bravery. “(The trunk) embodies the courages that they had to pack all of their belongings and their children’s belongings into a LEFT: Vulcan Park and Museum is featuring the history of Birmingham’s Italian Americans in an exhibit that will run through September.
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CLOCWISE FROM TOP LEFT: La Storia will run through September. A wall exhibit illustrates the importance of Catholicism to Birmingham Italians. Rosary beads on display. Many Shelby County residents have displayed their family’s heirlooms in the exhibit. Another exhibit describes Birmingham Italians’ influence on the local workforce.
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trunk,” Tudisco said. “That they would have the courage to do that, to leave everything they know to go to another country where they don’t even know the language.” Morgan Berney, director of marketing and public relations for Vulcan Park and Museum, said “La Storia” embodies the museum’s primary purpose. “We strive to help our community learn about history and bring together all cultures,” Berney said, noting the exhibit fulfills the museum’s mission “to preserve and promote Vulcan as the symbol for the Birmingham region, to advance knowledge and understanding of Birmingham’s history and culture, and to encourage exploration of the region.” A large red and white Bruno’s sign hangs on one wall in the gallery—a once-ubiquitous sight
for most Birmingham residents—which pays tribute to Italian-American Joseph Bruno, who built the successful chain of grocery stores with an initial investment of only $600. “I associate with that (sign) from growing up. That family and business helped grow our city and our state,” Berney said, noting the sign is one of her favorite pieces in the exhibit. Joseph Bruno is not the only grocer represented in the exhibit. Mary Jo Fritts, president of the Italian American Heritage Society and Inverness resident, contributed a picture of her father, Emmanuel DiChiara, standing next to a black man in a time when segregation still plagued the South. DiChaira owned a number of businesses including a shoe shop and a grocery store during his life, and the picture represents an important
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Instruments, paintings and other artifacts are on display at the museum.
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connection between the Italian community and the black community during the time period. “The Italian community reached out to the black community when others in the white community did not cater to or serve the black community at all,” Fritts said. There are also a number of religious artifacts in the exhibit, including marriage certificates, baptism certificates, and a bust of Father Canepa commissioned by Joe Bruno and sculpted by Carlo Roppa, which pays homage to the importance of religion among Italian American immigrants. “There’s a big Catholic connection there. That’s very evident.” said Mark Akerman, director of education at Vulcan Park and Museum. A shadowbox containing chalk statues of the holy family hangs on the wall of the museum, just as it hung in Fritt’s grandmother’s house when she was growing up. “It was on the wall all the time,” Fritts remembered. “We had pictures and crucifixes all over the walls.” Many of the Italian immigrants who come to Birmingham in the early 20th century were from Bisacquino, a small Sicilian village near Palermo. Though most entered through the Port of New Orleans, many soon traveled to Birmingham in search of better pay. For Fritts, the exhibit tells the entire story of the many struggles and hardships her ancestors endured, as well as the — Morgan Berney vibrant community they created. “The whole exhibit is a combination of telling the story of the immigrants coming to America,” Fritts said, noting the story of her ancestors parallels her experience as an Italian American, emphasizing “a strong sense of family, a strong sense of unity, and a strong sense of community.” The Italian American Heritage Society assembled the religious items, papers, letters, pictures, and various other artifacts on display in the museum. Over the course of nearly six months, the group gathered artifacts at their building in Pelham. Then, curators at the Vulcan Museum decided which items would be displayed. The process brought alive the stories of many Italian American immigrants for those gathering the artifacts. “To think that they did that to give us the chance to be in this wonderful country—we shared that. It was wonderful, and we were all so excited about it,” Tudisco said. “(The exhibit) is especially important for the younger generation. They don’t know what we know, and we want them to know the sacrifices their ancestors made.” l
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Designing
women
Local fashion designers win Belk’s Southern Designer Showcase Written by KATIE MCDOWELL AND ABBY COLELLA Photographs by BRITTANY CAROL MOORE | REVERIE IMAGES
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or the last three years, April Moore and Courtni Tyre have entered the Belk Southern Designer Showcase competition. For the first time this year, Moore and Tyre, who are the founders and designers of Shelby County-based clothing ccompany ompany three07, walked away as winners. Three07 was one of five winners in the annual competition, which rewards up-and-coming Southern designers. Winning designs are sold at select Belk stores and online. In February, the duo learned three07 was one of 19 finalists in the competition. They traveled to Belk headquarters in North Carolina in mid-April for the next stage, which included presenting their designs to a panel of judges. After being named a winner, Moore and Tyre returned to Belk corporate office to celebrate their achievement and meet with buyers. While there, they met with Arlene Goldstein, an Alabama native who joined Belk in 2006 and founded the Southern Designer Showcase in 2012. Founded in 2010, three07 has been sold in more than 100 stores nationwide and the designs have been featured in Austin Fashion Week, New Orleans Fashion Week and Birmingham Fashion Week. l LEFT: A model shows off the Kelley crop top and Zoey midi floral skirt by three07. RIGHT: April Moore and Courtni Tyre, founders and designers of three07, recently won the Belk Southern Designer Showcase.
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Q: What were the highlights from your visit to Belk corporate? A: We had such a great time at Belk Corporate in Charlotte, South Carolina for the Belk Southern Designer Showcase Winner Celebration event! But the biggest highlight of the day was getting to know the other winners and meeting the buying team and Belk executives. We were congratulated by Chairman and CEO Tim Belk himself, and being able to stand by Arlene Goldstein through this process has been such an honor. As undergraduates at University of Alabama, we attended Saks Inc. in Homewood for a trend forecasting seminar hosted by their Fashion Director, Arlene Goldstein. Her enthusiasm and love of fashion inspired us then, and it’s been so fun to go through the Southern Designer Showcase process with her at Belk! Q. Do you know when and where your designs will be available through Belk? A: Our Spring 2016 line will be available in Belk’s highestvolume stores and online beginning March 2016. We are beyond excited and so honored to know that our designs will soon be hanging on racks for sale in such a well-known and loved department store! Q: What did you learn from the Southern Designer Showcase? A: The Belk Southern Designer Showcase process has taught us to never give up. We are now in our fifth year as a company, and we feel like this is finally our break! Being named a winner of the Belk Southern Designer Showcase has reassured us that we are on the right path. We are extremely grateful that Belk has given Southern designers like us a chance! Q: How would you describe the style of three07? How similar is it to your personal styles?
A: We really feel that our brand fits perfectly with Belk’s concept of “Modern. Southern. Style.” Our contemporary silhouettes and fun prints (and fabric choices) create the effortless look that the Belk customer wants and needs in her wardrobe. In our personal wardrobes we both enjoy playing around with prints, whether it’s mixing them or creating matched sets. Fashion should be fun and never too serious! Q: What is your design process like? A: We are inspired by the everyday Southern lady. A three07 woman is classy and confident, and knows how to have a good time. We typically create two lines per year - a spring collection and a fall Gameday collection. From sketching ideas and creating patterns to store delivery, the design process takes us roughly eight months. And we are always working two seasons ahead to stay on track with whole process.
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Timeless elegance Local designers help a Greystone couple create a sophisticated, classic home
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ownsizing a home can be a bit like solving a puzzle. Deciding which pieces to keep and where they fit in the new home can be tricky. In the case of Sheron and Terry Johnson, however, the process was a delight for Urban Home Market interior designers Emily Harrell and Ginger Wood. Sheron Johnson met Harrell at the store, which is located in the Lee Branch Shopping Center on U.S. 280, in January 2015. The Johnsons had homes in Birmingham and Lake Martin, but had just sold both homes and bought a smaller home in Greystone. They brought with them many beautiful pieces of furniture and décor, including antique walking canes, antique pigskin chairs and a wall-sized ornately carved wooden mirror. “Terry and I made a decision that we would sell the majority of our furnishings from both homes, keeping some pieces that we love and enjoy,” Johnson said. “We were ready for a little change.” Those unique pieces made the work even more enjoyable for Harrell and Wood, who is also store manager for Urban Home Market.
LEFT: A zinc-top table adds character to the kitchen. ABOVE: Terry and Sheron Johnson recently moved into a new home in Greystone.
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: The Johnsons collected antique walking canes during their travels, which are now on display beside the fireplace in the great room. An ornate mirror is the highlight the dining room. The Johnsons’ home features a stunning view. Ginger Wood stained a cabinet that is used as a TV stand in the keeping room. Antique pigskin chairs were the designers starting point in the great room.
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“What excited me the most was working with her existing furnishings because they were so unique,” Harrell said. “(Sheron) was very easy to work with. She knows what she wants and what she likes.” The process began with Johnson’s trip to Urban Home Market, which she had heard about from a friend. Johnson enjoys decorating, but knew she needed help with a project of this size. “They listened to our ideas and desires for our home and we became a team,” Harrell said. “Over the last few months, they have offered their help in choosing paint colors, furniture choices, rugs, draperies and accessories.” Harrell said the process started with a free consultation to discuss Johnson’s goals. Later, they visited the Johnsons’ old house and new house, and Harrell made an inventory with measurements of
the pieces the Johnsons wanted to keep. Wood and Harrell designed most of the rooms on the ground floor of the house, including the foyer, dining room, great room, keeping room and master bedroom. They also selected the paint colors for the entire interior of the house. The great room features large windows with a stunning view of the surrounding hills and forests. One of the highlights in the room is a pair of antique chairs covered in pigskin, which the Johnsons brought with them to their new home. They worked with Johnson to select a patterned fabric for another pair of chairs, which served as the starting point for the room’s palette of teal, cream, brown and gray. Textured fabrics also play a large role in the great room and throughout the house. “It’s elegant. It’s soft. It’s not too formal and it’s
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LEFT: Textures and patterns play an important role in the keeping room. RIGHT: Harrell and Wood helped the Johnsons select a new fabric for a bench in the master bedroom.
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very comfortable,” Harrell said of the great room. The dining room’s main focus is a beautiful, ornately carved wooden mirror that belonged to the Johnsons. Harrell and Wood kept the décor minimal to keep the focus on the mirror, which fit perfectly on one wall. The master bedroom features neutral colors to create a light and open atmosphere. The designers selected a textured, patterned fabric for a bench, and they hand painted a faux finish on the ceiling.
Wood also created a faux floral arrangement in the bedroom. The Johnsons moved into the home in early summer and are thrilled with the final product. “Their suggestions helped us mesh our existing pieces with new furnishings and we love the results,” Johnson said. “The bonus has been a wonderful relationship with these two talented ladies. It was evident that their goal was to help make our home comfortable, welcoming and a reflection of us.” l
Enjoy a piece of history Reclaimed wood adds character to your home’s furnishings Written by TAMMY HEINSS Photographs CONTRIBUTED
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y all standards we are a young country trekking our way to our 250th birthday. We are the great experiment of democracy and independence. And although when compared to other countries, we are still in infancy, our country’s roots run deep and long in faith, pride of country, independence and innovation. From the earliest days of farming and encouraging the earth to produce a harvest that we needed to survive, we built barns to store our food for a later time of need. Many of those old barns have out-lived their usefulness for farmers and have long since been torn down to make way for newer storage facilities. Now, those old barn boards with their lovely wood grains and earthy tones are making their way into our homes in a
completely re-purposed way. We crave the old wood, whether it comes from a barn or a crumbly, aged house. Maybe it’s the longing for a piece of our historic past, our roots, that bends our hearts to these old pieces of forgotten wood or maybe it’s just because these treasures are harder to find that makes us search for them. These days it seems everyone is looking for the character and natural quality of these earthen planks. The savvy buyer is seeking re-claimed pine, old fir and ancient doors that are re-made into dining tables, side boards and even fashioned into media cabinets. Of increasing interest is the entertainment center that houses a television tucked behind old barn doors on a track system. The track system holds the doors that can easily close or open depending on whether or not you want to watch television or just look at your uniquely crafted piece of furniture. I think it transports us to a by-
gone era. We want a piece of the “old” days and this aged wood gives us the opportunity to participate in that era without all the inconveniences. We look at our re-claimed table and appreciate the farmer who once stored food in his barn and now we gather to eat around the wood that once housed it. We take pride in our roots as a country and are thankful that we still live in a free land where we fly the American flag in celebration of our independence on the Fourth of July. We are indeed independent and innovative. Who else would think to take worn-out doors and create a media cabinet with them? Or used-up boards from a barn and create a useful, beautiful table? Happy birthday, America! Enjoy a piece of history. It could be in a room you call home right now. Tammy Heinss is Visual Merchandising Manager for Urban Home Market. l July 2015 | 47
HOME & FOOD
A summer
staple
Succotash is tasty, healthy and inexpensive Recipes by STONE HOLLOW FARMSTEAD Photographs by DAWN HARRISON
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uccotash may be one of America’s first side dishes. According to Old English Dictionary, the word succotash dates back to 1751 and originates from the Narragansett, a tribe of Algonquian Native American. Hundreds of years later, this tasty dish is still a favorite in the summer. A triple threat, it is also inexpensive, easy to make and healthy. Try this easy-to-follow recipe from Stone Hollow Farmstead next time you want to make succotash. Stone Hollow Farmstead is an artisan farm located at 2006 Dead Hollow Road in Harpersville. For more information, visit Stonehollowfarmstead. com or call 800-285-8950. l 48 | ShelbyLiving.com
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SUCCOTASH 3 small onions, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 ears corn, kernels cut off and cobs discarded 1 large fresh jalape単o chile, de-seeded and finely chopped 1 pint of fresh cooked speckled butter beans or your favorite beans, drained 1/2 lb. okra, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices 3/4 lb. cherry tomatoes (1 pint), halved 2 tablespoons Stone Hollow Farm Garlic Blossom Vinegar (or apple cider vinegar) 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil Preparation 1. Add onion to skillet and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened. 2. Add garlic and cook, stirring for about one minute. 3. Stir in corn, jalape単o, prepared butter beans, okra, tomatoes and cook, stirring until vegetables are tender, about seven minutes. 4. Stir in vinegar, basil, and salt and pepper to taste. Can be served warm or cold.
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Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce
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2015 Small Business of the Year Award Recipients Congratulations to the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s 2015 Small Business of the Year Award Recipients. The Small Business Award Recipients were judged by an independent panel on staying power, growth in number of employees, increase in sales and territory, response
to adversity, and evidence of contributions to aid community projects. Thank you to Regions Bank for sponsoring the 2015 Small Business Awards Program. Award Recipients were photographed with Chamber Chair Lisa McMahon, Warren, Averett, LLC at far left and Brook Balough, Regions Bank
at far right. Categories and Recipients L-R: Category I 1-10 Employees Open 1 Year or More: Encore Resales, Inc.; Category II 11-20 Employees Open 1 Year or More: Mikey’s Grill; Category III 21 or More Employees Open 1 Year or More: Vulcan Termite & Pest Control, Inc.; Category IV Less than 25 Employees
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Most people have heard the term Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), but how many really know what that means? CTS is a condition in which the Median nerve is compressed in the “carpal 2015 Health Focus Sponsor
tunnel” causing the nerve to become inflamed. This compression is due to swelling of the flexor tendons in the wrist. The carpal tunnel is a narrow path formed by the carpal bones and is where the flexor tendons and the median nerve travel through into the hand. The median nerve controls the sensation on the thumb side of the hand on the palm side. It generally includes the thumb, index, and middle finger.
Symptoms include numbness, tingling, pain, and electrical shock like sensations in the thumb, index, and middle fingers. Numerous things can contribute to the development of CTS. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, heredity (smaller tunnel) may be the most important. Others include, repetitive use of the hand, hormonal changes during pregnancy,
age, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and a poorly functioning thyroid gland. Treatment for CTS ranges from bracing/splinting, medications, physical therapy, steroid injections, and activity modification, to surgical intervention. If you feel like you may have CTS, see your physician for evaluation. Article submitted by: James Bor, PT, DScPT, OCS, AccelAbility Physical Therapy
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July Community Luncheon Features “State of the Schools Throughout Shelby County” The Chamber’s July Community Luncheon, sponsored by 280 Living, will feature a panel discussion on the “State of the Schools Throughout Shelby County” and will be hosted by the Education Work Group. The Community Luncheon will be held on July 29 in the banquet hall at the Pelham Civic
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Complex and Ice Arena. Doors will open at 11:00AM for business networking and the program will begin promptly
at 11:30AM. Organizations engaged in educational programs and activities are invited to participate in the Showcase Feature. Call or email Keyla Handley, Director of Community & Workforce Development, for details at 663-4542. Ext. 106 or keyla@ shelbychamber.org. The investment is $20
per person for Chamber members and $30 per person for “Future” members and includes a luncheon buffet. Reservations requested by Monday, July 27. Please contact the Chamber at info@shelbychamber. org, by telephone at 6634542 or register online at shelbychamber.org.
Nominations for 2016 Chamber’s Board of Directors Sought In accordance with the Chamber’s by-laws the Nominating Committee is
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responsible for selecting a list of up to six candidates, who are all members in
good standing, to serve a three-year term on the Board of Directors beginning in January 2016. Due consideration will be given to the candidate’s business or profession in an effort to have a broad representation of businesses represented on the Chamber’s Board of Directors. These candidates, known as the “Official Ticket”, will then be presented to the full membership through the November
edition of Business Connections, the Chamber’s monthly newsletter, for its consideration. If you are interested in being considered as a candidate — or would like to nominate someone for the Nominating Committee’s consideration — please contact Chamber President & CEO Kirk Mancer via email at kirk@ shelbychamber.org or by phone at 663-4542 ext. 101 by no later than Friday, August 14.
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Shelby County’s Career Track Student of the Year Nominees for the 2014-15 school year were recognized at the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s 2nd annual Student & Educator of the Year Program sponsored by America’s First Federal Credit Union.
Shelby County’s Elementary Educator of the Year Nominees for the 2014-15 school year were recognized at the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s 2nd annual Student & Educator of the Year Program sponsored by America’s First Federal Credit Union.
Shelby County’s Secondary Educator of the Year Nominees for the 2014-15 school year were recognized at the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s 2nd annual Student & Educator of the Year Program sponsored by America’s First Federal Credit Union.
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Shelby County’s College Track Student of the Year Nominees for the 2014-15 school year were recognized at the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s 2nd annual Student & Educator of the Year Program sponsored by America’s First Federal Credit Union.
Your Chamber at Work (as of 5/27/15)
The Chamber held its 3rd Annual Small Business Nominee’s Reception, sponsored by Regions Bank, at Vizzini Farms Winery with more than 90 in attendance. This year we had 49 small business nominees and 33 finalists.
Facebook: 44 New Likes, 122 Visits and 8,098 Post Reaches. Twitter: 108 Tweets, 9,073 Tweet impressions, 116 Profile Visits and 9 Mentions. Responded to 168 requests for business & community information. Notarized 88 “Certificates of Origin” for Shelby County companies. July 2015 | 53 Shelbychamber.org
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Welcome New Members (May 27, 2015)
Advantage Staffing
Michael Cooley
Alabaster Eye Care
Amber Rowland 9200 Highway 119, Ste 600, Alabaster
American Wholesale Distributors Aqua Clear of Alabama Bin There Dump That
Justine Tortorigi
Shelby Tollett
Scott Klesius
New Beacon Hospice of Alabaster On-Site Productions
100 Yeager Ct, Pelham
633 Stuart Ln, Pelham Hannah Smith
Jared Redman
Tower Loan of Alabaster
Nicholas Dunnigan
alabastereyecare.com
Eye Care
4320 Eagle Point Pkwy, Birmingham
Filtration Sales & Service
bintheredumpthat.com
Waste Disposal Services
newbeacon.org
themajorslawfirm.com
P.O. Box 857, Alabaster
Jeremy Crook
Distributors
aqua-clear.us.com
onsitereceptions.com
Denise Taylor 5479 Highway 280, Ste 112, Birmingham
Wal-Mart Neigborhood Market #3424
Human Resource Outsourcing
122 7th Avenue NE, Ste D, Alabaster
105 Ladywood Ln, Bessemer
Tommy Majors
advantageresourcing.com
americanwholesaledistributors.com
P.O. Box 352, Helena
The Majors Law Firm, LLC
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Save The Date — September 17
Chamber’s Annual Golf Scramble
The Chamber’s Annual Golf “Fore!” Education Scramble, sponsored by HealthSouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital, will be held, September 17 at Chamber member Inverness Country
Club. This year’s tournament will once again help fund the Chamber’s vital education and workforce development programs in the coming year. Registration will begin at 8:15 AM (with a light
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breakfast @ 8:30AM) and the scramble tees off with a Shotgun Start at 9:00AM. Lots of prize opportunities will be available for participants including longest drive, closest to the pin and a putting contest. The entry fee is $600 for a four-person team or $150 for each individual. This fee covers a light breakfast, lunch
(provided at the completion of the tournament), greens fees, cart and two drink tickets per person. Several sponsorship opportunities for the day of the tournament are also available, so please contact the Chamber if you’d like to market your organization’s products and services during this event.
Join the Chamber for “CoffeeNet” at Favorite Laundry in Mt Laurel Be sure to mark your calendar for Tuesday, July 14 and join us at Favorite Laundry, 100 Croft Street in Mt Laurel from 8:30AM until 9:30AM for CoffeeNet! The morning meeting is designed for members to enjoy networking, coffee, and light refreshments
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— all before heading to the office. CoffeeNet events,
sponsored by Business Telephones, Inc., are a great way to make new business
contacts so bring plenty of business cards. There is no cost to attend however reservations are requested by Monday, July 13 to assist in preparation. Please contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org.
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Celebrating Growth in Shelby County
Congratulations to ARCpoint Labs of Birmingham - Greystone on its official Grand Opening Ceremony. ARCpoint Labs specializes in laboratory testing services for businesses and individuals. They can help you settle issues of paternity, identify if your teen is using drugs, pre-screen job applicants and more.
Congratulations to ISCS on its Grand Opening Celebration at 210 Inverness Parkway, Birmingham. President Andy Scurto cut the celebratory ribbon and was joined in support by Birmingham Mayor William Bell, team members, department heads and Ambassadors. ISCS provides software and services to the P&C insurance industry.
It’s About Time Urgent Care located at 225 Helena Market Place, Helena celebrated its Grand Opening with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Debbie Stanford and Elizabeth Deslattes cut the ribbon and was joined in support by the medical team, Helena Mayor Mark Hall, City Officials and Chamber Ambassadors.
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Congratulations to Krista Rogers - State Farm Agent who recently relocated to its prominent new location at 1123 1st Street North Suite C, Alabaster. Krista Rogers held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and was joined by Alabaster Mayor Marty Handlon, City Officials, team members and Chamber Ambassadors.
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Congratulations to Highland Shoe Company located in Lee Branch off of Highway 280. Highland Shoe Company offers a variety of shoes and clothing options for women. They also have local art and specialized jewelry. Owner Angie Navarre was joined at the Ribbon Cutting by family, employees and Chamber Ambassadors.
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Ambassador of the Month Congratulations to Cindy Edmunds for achieving Ambassador of the Month. Cindy and her husband, Kirk, are the owners of iFix and Repair in the Riverchase Galleria. iFix and Repair is a company that provides repairs on smart phones, tablets, laptops and game consoles. They also sell accessories such as phone and tablet cases, chargers and headphones. All repairs are performed on-site by their trained technicians and most repairs are completed in two hours or less. With Cindy’s background in marketing and Kirk’s experience in technology, iFix and Repair was the perfect business for them to open together in June of 2012. Kirk still works full time as a computer consultant, so he handles more of the behindthe-scenes functions of the business, while Cindy handles the day-to-day operations and marketing. When she is not working in the store or out networking, you may find her showing houses because
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she is still an active real estate agent with ARC Realty. Cindy and Kirk believe the key to success for iFix and Repair is the excellent customer service they offer. Their goal is to provide the most economical solution with as little down time as possible. For more information about iFix and Repair please call 988-9555. 2015 Ambassador Program Sponsor:
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Catering a complimentary luncheon and beverages will be provided. Reservations are requested, so please contact the Chamber via e-mail at info@shelbychamber.org, phone at 663-4542 or register online at shelbychamber.org.
Tim Benefield (2016) Buffalo Rock Company Linda Cencula (2016) Avadian Credit Union
Paul Rogers NobleBank & Trust (Chair-elect)
Steve Chapman (2016) Alabama Gas Corporation
Bill Keller Renasant Bank (Immediate Past Chair)
Kathy Copeland (2016) White Rock QuarriesVincent Hills
John Browing Cahaba Valley Computer Services (Vice Chair, Business Development & Support)
Bruce Fryer (2016) Lhoist North America
Keith Brown Jefferson State Community College (Vice Chair, Community & Workforce Development) Gregg Maercker First Commercial Bank (Vice Chair, Finance & Administration) Joe Meads Sain Associates (Vice Chair, Governmental Affairs)
Make Sure Your Organization Is Getting the Most Out of Its Chamber Membership Learn how to maximize your membership investment in just one hour by joining us for our next Quarterly Membership Reception on Thursday, July 23 at the Chamber. Whether you are a new member — or a long-time Chamber member with some new employees -- we encourage you to make plans to join us so you can be sure you’re taking full advantage of your membership investment. Sponsored by Rx
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Charlie Stevens Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. (Vice Chair, Membership & Marketing) Board of Directors William Carroll (2015) Armstrong Relocation & Companies David Platt (2015) Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Jim Purvis (2015) A. C. Legg, Inc. Ashley Robinett (2015) Alabama Power Company
Dominic Buompastore (2017) Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel Bill Connor (2017) America’s First Federal Credit Union Chris Grace (2017) Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc. Katie McDowell (2017) Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. Michael Smith (2017) The GREAT, The GOOD and The GONE Sam Tucker (2017) Spectrum Business Andrew McGee (*) Hampton Inn & Suites 280 at Eagle Point Jeff Brown (*) Brownstone Marketing Solutions Amanda Mundy (*) Trinity Medical Center David Schlueter (*) Buck Creek Stained Glass Brent Stewart (*) Renasant Bank *Serving a one-year term in 2015.
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Chamber Seeking Nominations for Inaugural Healthcare Professional of the Year The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s Health Services Work Group is seeking nominees for its inaugural Healthcare Professional of the Year program. This award will
recognize individuals who have made an outstanding contribution in healthcare to our community. Any healthcare professional employed in the Shelby County area is eligible to be nominated. The deadline for
nominations is August 3. The nominees and recipients will be recognized at the August Community Luncheon to be held on August 26, from 11:00AM until 1:00PM at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena. You may go to
the Chamber’s website at www.shelbychamber.org to access the nomination form. For more information contact Keyla Handley, Director of Community & Workforce Development, at 419-3357 or keyla@shelbychamber.org.
Jake’s Southern & Caribbean Cafe Hosts July Business After Hours! Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 9 & join us at Jake’s Southern & Caribbean Cafe, 3569 Pelham Parkway in Pelham from 5:30PM until 7:00PM for Shelby County’s best after hours networking event! The Chamber’s quarterly
2015 Sponsor:
Business After Hours -- sponsored by Shelby County Newspapers -- are a great way to make new business contacts & have fun
while you’re doing it! The cost to attend is affordable at only $10 for Chamber members ($20 for “Future” members) & includes hot,
heavy hors d’oeuvres & two complimentary beverages of your choice. Advance reservations are requested by July 7. Contact the Chamber by phone at 6634542, info@shelbychamber. org or register online at www. shelbychamber.org.
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Find more details of what you can expect about any event listed by visiting the Greater Shelby County Chamber’s website at: www.shelbychamber.org. Register for events online at www.shelbychamber.org or the Chamber office 663-4542. CANCELLATION POLICY REMINDER: If a reservation is made for a paying event and you are unable to attend, you will be charged for the event unless a cancellation request is made at least TWO business days prior to the event.
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11:30AM - 1:00PM - Ambassadors Work Group Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr, Pelham 4:00PM - 5:00PM - Small Business Work Group Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr, Pelham Chamber closed in oberservance of Independence Day Holiday.
8:30AM - 9:30AM - Existing Business & Industry Work Group Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc., 3535 Grandview Pkwy, Ste 500, Birmingham 5:30PM - 7:00PM - Business After Hours Sponsor: Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. Jake’s Southern & Caribbean Cafe 3569 Pelham Parkway, Pelham Investment: $10 members, $20 “Future” members — includes hot, heavy hors d’oeuvres & two complimentary beverages. Reservations requested by July 7. 8:30AM - 9:30AM - Health Services Work Group Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr, Pelham 8:30AM - 9:30AM - Education Work Group Shelby County Instructional Services Center, 601 First Street South, Alabaster 8:30AM - 9:30AM - CoffeeNet Sponsor: Business Telephones, Inc. Favorite Laundry, 100 Croft Street, Mt. Laurel No cost. RSVP requested by Monday, July 13.
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Calera Chamber Monthly Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:00PM/Timberline Golf Club 300 Timberline Trail, Calera Investment: $12. No reservation required. 8:15AM - 9:30AM - Executive Committee Meeting Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr, Pelham Entrepreneur Roundtable II Sponsor: Business Telephones, Inc. 8:30AM - 10:30AM Entrepreneur Roundtable I Sponsor: Business Telephones, Inc. 8:00AM - 10:00AM 8:30AM - 9:30AM - Governmental Affairs Work Group Sain Associates, Two Perimeter Park South, Ste 500 East, Birmingham 11:30AM - 1:00PM - Membership Reception Sponsor: Rx Catering Greater Shelby Chamber, 1301 County Services Dr, Pelham No cost. Reservations requested by July 21 as lunch will be served. GSCC Community Luncheon “State of Shelby County Schools” Sponsor: 280 Living Doors open at 11:00AM. Program 11:30AM - 1:00PM. Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham Reservations requested by noon, Monday, July 27. Investment: Members $20, “Future” members $30.
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WHO This Who’s Who Quarterly Directory lists member organizations of the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce by primary category of business. Through their voluntary membership involvement, these organizations are investing in and supporting the Chamber’s program of work that is helping to make Shelby County an even better place to live and do business. As a result, the Chamber considers these organizations to be the most community-minded and successful businesses in Shelby County and strongly encourages you to do business with them.
Bold face = ShelbyOne Investors As of June 4, 2015
Cooke, Cameron, Travis & Company, PC (205) 988-8810 Essential Solutions, LLC (205) 663-8686 essential-solutions.biz Graham and Associates, CPA (205) 663-6673 grahamandassoc.net I.H. McNeill, III, PC (205) 982-2664 ihmcneill.com Mallory Jackson and Associates, PC (205) 939-1978 mahco.com
Tutoring Club (205) 981-7155 birminghamtutoringclub.com AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING Mountain Heating & Cooling, Inc. (205) 663-0293 ALTERATIONS By George (205) 663-7004 alterationsbygeorge.com APARTMENTS & LEASING SERVICES AMP Residential (214) 431-3083 ampresidential.com Central Shelby, Ltd. (205) 668-2020 Inverness Cliffs (205) 991-0631 liveatinverness.com
Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC (205) 445-2880 mjcpa.com
Madison At Shoal Run Apartment Homes (205) 991-0200 madisonapartmenthomes.com
Michael Golden CPA, P.C. (205) 585-5735 michaelgoldencpa.com
Meadow Wood Apartments (205) 663-1101 sealyrealty.com
Till, Hester, Eyer & Brown, PC (205) 871-9855 thebcpa.com
Montevallo Place Apartments (205) 663-2824 montevalloplace.com
Truitt Tingle & Paramore, LLC (205) 733-8265 ttpcpa.com
Mountain Lodge Apartments (205) 823-4804 mountainlodgeapts.com
Warren Averett LLC (205) 979-4100 wakm.com
Parc at Cahaba River (205) 298-7277 parcatcahabariver.com
ADVERTISING & MARKETING SERVICES Charter Media (205) 298-1600 chartermedia.com
Parc at Grandview (205) 536-7272 parcatgrandview.com
Means Advertising, Inc. (205) 271-9980 meansadv.com Meridian Graphics (205) 746-1188 myhelenacitynews.com
Retreat at Greystone Apartments (205) 983-7833 retreatatgreystone.com River Place on the Cahaba (205) 991-9507 riverplaceonthecahaba.com The Abbey at Inverness (205) 991-9060
ART GALLERY Blue Phrog Art Gallery (205) 665-3766 bluephroggallery.com ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES Maplewood Lane Assisted Living (205) 620-2905 maplewoodlane.com ASSOCIATIONS & ORGANIZATIONS Alabama Association of Nonprofits (205) 879-4712 alabamanonprofits.org Aldridge Botanical Gardens (205) 682-8019 aldridgegardens.com Better Business Bureau (205) 558-2222 birmingham-al.bbb.org Birmingham Duplicate Bridge Club (205) 560-0706 bridgewebs.com/birmingham Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builders (205) 912-7000 birminghambuilder.com ATTORNEYS Aaron Law Firm (205) 685-8383 aaronlawfirm.com Alabama Law Services, LLC (205) 419-4414 alabamalawservices.com Allison, May & Kimbrough, LLC (205) 991-6367 allisonmay.com Alvis & Alvis, LLC (205) 444-4773 alvisandalvis.com Balch & Bingham, LLP (205) 488-5519 balch.com Bradford & Holliman, LLC (205) 663-0281 hollimanlaw.com Elizabeth A. Roland, P.C. (205) 620-1278 elizabethroland.com
New Point Outdoor (205) 224-5815 newpointoutdoor.com
The Huntley Apartments (205) 621-7062
Plexamedia, Inc. (256) 547-0805 plexamedia.com
Turtle Lake Apartment Homes (205) 991-3719 turtlelakeapts.info
Patrick E Kennedy, P.C. (205) 664-9399
Turner Promotions (205) 983-2167 anindooradvantage.com
Wellington Manor Apartments (205) 621-0811 wellingtonmanorapts.com
Paul J. DeMarco, Attorney at Law (205) 326-6600 pljpc.com
ADVERTISING SPECIALTIES Crown Trophy (205) 621-7393 crowntrophy.com
ARCHITECTS Barry Davis Architects, PC (205) 444-1112 BarryDavisArchitects.com
RichardsonClement PC (205) 572-4100 richardsonclement.com
MGB Marketing (205) 991-6332 mgbapparel.com
Lathan Associates Architects, PC (205) 988-9112 lathanassociates.com
AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING PROGRAM Kumon of Birmingham-Greystone (205) 994-7200 kumon.com
Paradigm Architecture, Inc. (205) 403-2742 paradigm-arch.com
Mathnasium of Inverness Corners (205) 437-3322 mathnasium.com
TRO Jung/Brannen, Inc. (205) 324-6744 trojb.com ART AND PAINTING CLASSES South City Theatre (205) 621-2128 southcitytheatre.com
Gina H. McDonald & Associates, LLC (205) 982-3325 ginamcdonaldlaw.com
Rosen Harwood, PA (205) 344-5000 RosenHarwood.com Scott, Sullivan, Streetman & Fox PC (205) 967-9675 sssandf.com Scozzaro Law, LLC (205) 624-3367 scozzarolaw.com Sirote & Permutt, PC (205) 930-5100 sirote.com
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ACCOUNTING Barfield, Murphy, Shank & Smith, LLC (205) 982-5500 bmss.com
Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce The Majors Law Firm, LLC (205) 937-9960 themajorslawfirm.com Wallace, Jordan, Ratliff & Brandt, LLC (205) 870-0555 wallacejordan.com AUCTION Granger, Thagard & Associates, Inc. (205) 326-0833 gtauctions.com Pearce & Associates Auction Company (205) 664-4300 AuctionbyPearce.com AUDIO/VIDEO EXPERIENCE FOR BUSINESS Lighting & Lamp (205) 271-1423 lightingandlamp.com
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Switch Audio Video (205) 266-7983 switch-av.com AUTOMOBILE CAR WASH Blue Rain Express Car Wash (205) 874-6460 blueraincarwash.com AUTOMOBILE DEALERS DonohooAuto, LLC (205) 444-9333 donohooauto.com Edwards Chevrolet - 280 Inc. (205) 980-3325 chevyman.com Ernest McCarty Ford, Incorporated (205) 663-3831 emccartyford.com Hendrick Chevrolet (205) 823-5120 commercialtruckssoutheast.com Southtown Motors (205) 663-4590 southtownmotors.com Story Automotive, LLC (205) 332-3801 storyautomotive.com Susan Schein Automotive Group (205) 664-1491 susanschein.com AUTOMOBILE RENTAL Enterprise Rent-A-Car (205) 403-7455 enterprise.com AUTOMOBILE REPAIR Cassady & Self Glass Company (205) 252-4284 cassadyandselfglass.com Empire Autohaus (205) 664-5757 empireautohaus.com Express Oil Change & Service Center (205) 945-1771 expressoil.com Melton Automotive (205) 663-8088 meltonautomotive.com Texaco Xpress Lube (205) 678-5050 AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURER AGC Automotive Americas (205) 685-1000 agc-automotive.com/english
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AUTOMOTIVE RETAIL NAPA Auto Parts (205) 621-5627 napaonline.com
CAMPGROUND Birmingham South Campground (205) 664-8832 birminghamsouthcampground.com
O’Reilly Auto Parts of Pelham (205) 620-9394 oreillyauto.com
Cherokee Campground (205) 428-8339 cherokeecampground.info
BAKERY Donut Joes (205) 663-6006 Emily’s Heirloom Pound Cakes (205) 937-7392 emilysheirloompoundcakes.com Highland Gourmet Scones, LLC (205) 991-0442 highlandgourmet.com BEAUTY SALONS Hair Expressions (205) 991-1646 Hairway to Heaven, LLC (205) 664-7770 Salon Alisel and Kids (205) 266-6304 facebook.com/salonaliselandkids Seventh Heaven Family Hair Care (205) 669-4092 seventhheavensalon.com
CARPET & RUG CLEANING Heaven’s Best Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning (205) 618-9150 heavensbestofbirmingham.com Prestige Floor Care (205) 383-5196 pfccleaning.com CATERING SERVICES Relish 205 (205) 612-9135 relish205.com Rx Catering (205) 822-2837 rxcatering.net The Happy Catering Co. (205) 251-8925 happycatering.net Yellow Bicycle Catering (205) 834-5871 yellowbicyclecatering.com CELLULAR EQUIPMENT & SERVICE
Studio V Salon (205) 620-4886 studiovhelena.com BEVERAGES Ground Up Coffee & Smoothies located inside Snider’s Pharmacy (205) 678-3899 Kai’s Koffee (205) 352-2290 acupofkai.weebly.com Vineyard Brands, Incorporated (205) 980-8802 vineyardbrands.com BEVERAGE - DISTRIBUTOR Buffalo Rock Company (205) 940-9799 buffalorock.com BOWLING ALLEY Oak Mountain Lanes (205) 403-7466 oakmountainlanes.com BUSINESS & PERSONAL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT Alabama Technology Network (205) 856-8000 atn.org Renaissance Enterprises (205) 271-9732 The GREAT, The GOOD, and The GONE (205) 568-2526 thegreatthegoodandthegone.com BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Professional Translations Inc. (888) 546-1422 professionaltranslations-inc.com Business Furnishings Business Electronics (205) 942-6007 businesselectronics.com DeKalb Office Alabama (205) 281-2958 dekalboffice.com/
lj’s boutique (205) 746-5198 shopljsboutique.com Oh My Boutique & Gifts (205) 624-3043 Southern Roots (205) 602-8085 COMMUNICATIONS - WIRE & CABLE INSTALLATION Spectrum Business (205) 824-5558 business.spectrum.com COMMUNICATIONS - WIRELESS SouthernLINC Wireless (205) 992-6166 southernlinc.com Sullivan Communications, Inc. (205) 988-5522 sullivancomm.com COMMUNITY/SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS AARP (334) 954-3065 aarp.org Adaptive Aquatics (205) 807-7519 adaptiveaquatics.org Alabaster Arts Council (205) 664-9273 alabastercityfestonline.com
Cellular Sales Verizon Wireless (205) 822-2526 cellularsales.com
Alabaster-Pelham Rotary Club (205) 408-7620
Verizon Wireless 280 Store (205) 991-9229 Opt. 3 verizonwireless.com
American Cancer Society (800) ACS-2345 cancer.org
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American Diabetes Association (205) 870-5172 diabetes.org
Calera Chamber of Commerce (205) 668-3023 calerachamber.org Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce (205) 663-4542 shelbychamber.org CHECK RECOVERY CheckMate (205) 608-3929 CHIROPRACTIC CARE Deep Roots Apotheke and Clinic (205) 790-4102 deeprootsapothekeandclinic.com The FARM: Functional Athletic Rehabilitation & Medicine (205) 419-1595 chirofarm.com CHURCHES Alabaster First United Methodist Church (205) 663-0509 alabasterfumc.org Christ Church United Methodist (205) 991-5065
American Red Cross - Shelby Svs Ctr (205) 987-2793 alredcross.org American Red Cross Blood Svs, AL Region (205) 994-7700 redcrossblood.org Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham - Shelby County Office (205) 378-4050 bbbsbhm.org Boy Scouts of America - Greater Alabama Council (205) 969-4244 1bsa.org Buck Creek Civitan Club (205) 533-3502 civitan.org Developing Alabama Youth Foundation (205) 664-1600 thedayprogram.com Disability Rights and Resources (205) 251-2223 drradvocates.org
CLOTHING RETAIL & ACCESSORIES America’s Thrift Store (205) 856-1234 americasthrift.com
Easter Seals of the Birmingham Area (205) 942-6277 eastersealsbham.org
Gameday in Style (205) 637-7003 gamedayinstyle.com
Gateway Shelby County (205) 510-2780 www.gway.org
Helena Mercantile (205) 663-0060
Governor’s Commission on Physical Fitness & Sports (205) 602-0907 physicalfitness.alabama.gov
Highland Shoe Company (205) 783-5325
High Noon ‘’STRESS BUSTER’’ (205) 370-7541 hnstressbuster.com Junior Achievement of Greater Birmingham (205) 290-9365 birmingham.ja.org King’s Home (205) 678-8331 kingsranch.org Leadership Shelby County (205) 665-6007 leadershipshelbycounty.com LifeSouth Community Blood Centers (205) 943-6000 lifesouth.org Owens House, The Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center, Inc. (205) 669-3333 owenshousecac.org SBA - Alabama District Office (205) 290-7101 sba.gov/al SCORE (205) 264-8425 score.org Shelby County Arts Council (205) 669-0044 shelbycountyartscouncil.com Shelby County Community Corrections (205) 669-8965 Shelby County Community Services (205) 669-3740 shelbyal.com Shelby County Humane Society (205) 669-3916 shelbyhumane.org Shelby Emergency Assistance (205) 665-1942 shelbyemergencyassistance.com The Arc of Shelby County (205) 664-9313 thearcofshelby.org The Jimmie Hale Mission (205) 323-5878 jimmiehalemission.com The Salvation Army (205) 663-7105 birminghamsalvationarmy.org United Way of Central Alabama (205) 251-5131 uwca.org Vineyard Family Services (205) 533-7852 vfsdads.com Zamora Shrine Center (205) 956-3636 zamoratempleonline.com COMPUTER SERVICES & SOLUTIONS Ascend Web Development (205) 203-9101 ascendwebdevelopment.com Cahaba Valley Computer Services, LLC (205) 980-9903 cvcsllc.com
Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce DLD Business Solutions, Inc. (205) 533-9458 dldbsi.com Personal Computer Consulting (205) 621-9304 QueCentric LLC (205) 332-1688 quecentric.com COMPUTER SOFTWARE ISCS (408) 362-3000 iscs.com
CUSTOM STAINED GLASS Buck Creek Stained Glass (205) 541-3322 buckcreekglass.com DANCE SCHOOL Studio Vive, LLC (205) 685-8483 mystudiovive.com DENTAL Albritton & Ardovino Family Dentistry (205) 664-7610 aaFamilyDental.com
Benjamin A. Crunk, DDS, LLC Lewis Computer Consulting Group, Inc. (205) 665-2031 (205) 533-6114 crunkdds.com CONSIGNMENT Easy Street Resale (205) 637-3313 easystreetresale.com Favorite Laundry (205) 533-7861
CONSTRUCTION Adams Homes, LLC (205) 620-1173 adamshomes.com Dunn Construction Company, Inc. (205) 592-3866 dunnconstruction.com Hoar Construction, LLC (205) 803-2121 hoarllc.com Hoar Program Management (205) 423-3500 hoarpm.com M.J. Harris, LLC (205) 380-6800 mjharris.com Roy Martin Companies (205) 621-6333 Winston Contracting, LLC (205) 620-6110 Wiregrass Construction Co., Inc. (205) 620-4132 wiregrassconstruction.com CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT SALES AND SERVICE DeShazo Crane Company (205) 664-2006 deshazo.com Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. (205) 664-4833 thompsontractor.com CONSULTING Southern Craft Consulting (205) 516-3122 southerncraftconsulting.com CONVENIENCE STORES Sunny Food Stores (205) 403-0456 CREDIT CARD & ELECTRONIC FUND SERVICES Clearent, LLC (205) 470-9710 clearent.com Payscape Advisors (205) 591-0981 payscapeadvisors.com
Canales Orthodontics (205) 621-1111 canalesortho.com Hall Cosmetic and Family Dentistry (205) 991-7840 birminghamdmd.com Indian Springs Pediatric Dentistry (205) 739-7773 indianspringskidsdentistry.com Kari Bartlett DMD, Family and Cosmetic Dentistry (205) 663-6545 North Shelby Dental Studio (205) 278-3316 davidcowandmd.com Shelby Pediatric Dentistry (205) 419-7444 shelbypediatric.com Thomas E. Dudney, DMD, PC (205) 663-6545 thomasdudney.com DEVELOPERS Clayton Management, LLC (205) 621-0809 Creed, Incorporated (205) 621-0809 DIRECT MAIL MARKETING Mspark (205) 620-6200 mspark.com DISTRIBUTORS American Wholesale Distributors (205) 620-3971 americanwholesaledistributors.com Avanti Polar Lipids (205) 663-2494 avantilipids.com Brownlee-Morrow Company, Inc. (205) 991-7222 bmeco.com Home Depot Supply Chain (205) 230-4030 DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES Lambert Record Center (205) 224-5711 lambertrecordcenter.com Vital Records Control of Alabama (205) 668-0554 vitalrecordscontrol.com DRY CLEANING SERVICES Champion Cleaners of Calera (205) 668-4727 championcleaners.com
EAR NOSE & THROAT ENT for KIDS Alabama (205) 874-9436 entforkidsalabama.com ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (205) 943-4700 edpa.org ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION Shelby County Economic Development Authority (205) 620-6640 sceida.org EDUCATION - RECREATION/ ENRICHMENT Alabama 4H Center (205) 669-4241 alabama4hcenter.org
Shelby County Instructional Services Center (205) 682-5910 shelbyed.k12.al.us
Shelby County Schools Education Foundation (205) 682-5255 shelbyedfoundation.org
EQUIPMENT RENTAL Trigreen Equipment (205) 605-0412 trigreenequipment.com EVENT ESPN/BBVA Compass Bowl (205) 733-3776 bbvacompassbowl.com
University of Montevallo (205) 665-6230 montevallo.edu
EVENT & MEETING SPACE Cahaba Grand Conference Center (205) 443-6767 cahabagrand.com
Virginia College (205) 943-3970 vc.edu
Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena (205) 620-6448 pelhamciviccomplex.com
EDUCATION-TRAINING AND TUTORING d!scover ITT (205) 989-4944 discoveritt.com
Venue 31 (205) 202-1306 pelhameventcenter.com
Grade Power Learning (205) 620-2373 gradepowerlearning.com
EVENT PLANNING Apex Valet & Rare Transportation (205) 991-0532 apexvalet.com
Alabama Wildlife Center (205) 663-7930 awrc.org
Tutor Doctor of Birmingham (205) 789-7574 hometutoringbirmingham.com
EVENT STAGING On-Site Productions (205) 434-4040 onsitereceptions.com
American Village (205) 665-3535 americanvillage.org
ELECTRICAL SERVICES Alabaster Electric Supply (205) 663-1143 alabasterelectric.com
EXTENDED STAY AHI Corporate Housing (205) 987-7797 theahigroup.com
Inline Electric & Lighting Showroom (205) 982-7511 inlinelighting.com
Homewood Suites Birmingham Riverchase (205) 637-2900 homewoodsuites.com
McWane Science Center (205) 714-8372 mcwane.org EDUCATION - SCHOOLS Alabaster City Board of Education (205) 663-8400 alabasterschools.org AVEDA Institute Birmingham (205) 769-3500 avedainstitutesbb.com Brown Mackie College (205) 909-1500 brownmackie.edu Cornerstone Christian School (205) 669-7777 cornerstonechargers.com Covenant Classical Schools & Daycare (205) 620-2626 covenantclassical.com
Marcum Electric, Incorporated (205) 664-1415 EMPLOYMENT - AGENCIES & SERVICES Alabama Career Center System of Alabaster (205) 663-2542 joblink.alabama.gov/ada
Jill K. Meyer, MD (205) 663-3937 drsmeyerandmercer.net
ENGINEERS AECOM Transportation (205) 970-0744 aecom.com
Pelham Eye Care (205) 664-1575 pelhameyecare.com
Faulkner University (205) 879-5588 faulkner.edu Indian Springs School (205) 988-3350 indiansprings.org
Carr & Associates Engineers, Inc. (205) 664-8498 carrengineers.com
ITT Technical Institute (205) 497-5700 itt-tech.edu
Neel-Schaffer, Inc. (205) 397-3800 neel-schaffer.com
Jefferson State Community College (205) 520-5900 jeffstateonline.com
Sain Associates, Inc. (205) 940-6420 sain.com
Kingwood Christian School (205) 663-3973 kingwoodchristianschool.com
ENTERTAINMENT Comedienne JOY ~ The Queen of Clean (205) 482-6999 joythequeenofclean.com
Shelby County Board of Education (205) 682-7000 shelbyed.k12.al.us Shelby County College & Career Center (205) 682-6650 shelbyed.k12.al.us
Day Eye Center (205) 987-2308 dayeyecenter.com
Express Employment Professionals (205) 981-1141 SBirminghamAL.ExpressPros.com
Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc. (205) 298-6074 bargewaggoner.com
Pelham City Schools (205) 620-6527 pelhamcityschools.org
EYE CARE Alabaster Eye Care (205) 624-3088 alabastereyecare.com
Oak Mountain Amphitheatre (205) 985-4900 theoakmountainamphitheater.com ENVIRONMENTAL - WASTE MANAGEMENT Amwaste LLC (205) 313-0423
Schaeffer Eye Center of Inverness (205) 995-2020 schaeffereyecenter.com Schaeffer Eye Center of Mountain Brook (205) 802-2020 schaeffereyecenter.com Schaeffer Eye Center of Pelham (205) 987-2020 schaeffereyecenter.com Schaeffer Eye Center of the Colonnade (205) 967-2020 schaeffereyecenter.com Schaeffer Eye Center of Vestavia Hills (205) 979-2020 schaeffereyecenter.com Tracey L. Mercer OD, PC (205) 968-1160 Vision Source - Dr. Michael Blackburn, Optometrist (205) 980-5152 VisionSource-Blackburn.com FILTRATION SALES & SERVICE Aqua Clear of Alabama (205) 664-2637 aqua-clear.us.com
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Washed by the Water Children’s Consignment (205) 243-5731 washedbythewater.com
Calera Dental Center, P.C. (205) 620-3312 caleradentalcenter.com
Champion Cleaners of Hoover (205) 408-2797 championcleaners.com
Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce FINANCIAL COACHING & CONSULTING Trustway (205) 451-1945 adefiniteplan.com FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS America’s First Federal Credit Union (800) 633-8431 amfirst.org America’s First Federal Credit Union of Inverness (205) 995-0001 amfirst.org America’s First Federal Credit Union of Pelham (205) 663-1945 amfirst.org
Who’s Who of Shelby County Businesses
Avadian Credit Union Chelsea (205) 678-7797 avadiancu.com
iBERIABANK (205) 414-3660 iberiabank.com
Wells Fargo of Alabaster (205) 620-1009 wellsfargo.com
Pelham Flowers by Desiree (205) 663-9028 pelhamflowersbydesiree.com
City of Helena (205) 663-2161 cityofhelena.org
Legacy Community Federal Credit Union (205) 930-5000 legacycreditunion.com
Wells Fargo of Hoover (205) 354-1020 wellsfargo.com
FOOD Southeastern Food Merchandisers (205) 664-3322 southeasternfood.com
City of Hoover (205) 444-7500 hooveral.org
Legacy Community Federal Credit Union (205) 930-5000 legacycreditunion.com Legacy Community Federal Credit Union Corporate (205) 933-9933 legacycreditunion.com Mutual Savings Credit Union of Pelham (205) 682-6345 mutualsavings.org
Avadian Credit Union Corporate (205) 985-2864 avadiancu.com
Mutual Savings Credit Union of Riverchase (205) 682-1167 mutualsavings.org
Avadian Credit Union Greystone (205) 437-3696 avadiancu.com
National Bank of Commerce (205) 313-2100 nationalbankofcommerce.com
Avadian Credit Union of Helena (205) 621-4262 avadiancu.com
NobleBank & Trust (205) 588-7051 noblebank.com
Avadian Credit Union of Pelham (205) 620-2332 avadiancu.com
Regions Financial NA (205) 264-4993 regions.com
BancorpSouth Bank (205) 408-1954 bancorpsouth.com
Regions Financial of Alabaster @ Hwy 31 (205) 716-1640 regions.com
BankTrust (205) 665-3332 peoplesbt.com BB&T Bank of Pelham (205) 445-2345 bbt.com Bryant Bank (205) 408-6401 bryantbank.com Cadence Bank of Pelham (205) 621-8449 cadencebank.com Central State Bank (205) 605-0350 centralstatebank.com
Regions Financial of Greystone (205) 980-4400 regions.com Regions Financial of Helena (205) 685-1680 regions.com Regions Financial of Pelham (205) 663-0723 regions.com Renasant Bank at Park Place (205) 716-3475 renasantbank.com Renasant Bank of Chelsea (205) 678-2080 renasantbank.com
First Commercial Bank Commercial Lending (205) 868-4896 firstcommercialbank.synovus.com
Renasant Bank of Pelham (205) 663-3834 renasantbank.com
First Commercial Bank - Pelham (205) 803-4593 firstcommercialbank.com
USAmeriBank of Inverness (205) 408-2000 usameribank.com
First US Bank of Calera (205) 668-0425 firstusbank.com
Wells Fargo at Brook Highland (205) 948-1400 wellsfargo.com
First US Bank of Columbiana (205) 669-3550 firstusbank.com
Wells Fargo at North Shelby (205) 620-3130 wellsfargo.com
First US of Harpersville (205) 672-8752 firstusbank.com
Wells Fargo at Oak Mountain (205) 403-4115 wellsfargo.com
HeritageBank of the South - Chelsea (205) 678-2265 eheritagebank.com
Wells Fargo at The Summit (205) 948-1000 wellsfargo.com
HeritageBank of the South - Pelham (205) 620-1126 eheritagebank.com
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (205) 254-5931 wellsfargo.com
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Wells Fargo of Inverness (205) 980-2460 wellsfargo.com Wells Fargo of Riverchase (205) 403-4100 wellsfargo.com
FOOD - FULL LINE SERVICES SYSCO Food Services of Central Alabama, Incorporated (205) 668-0001 sysco.com
Woodforest National Bank (205) 664-3550 woodforest.com
FOOD - SEASONINGS A.C. Legg, Incorporated (205) 324-3451 aclegg.com
FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS Horizons Financial Group, Inc. (205) 871-7743 horizonsfinancial.com
FOOD WHOLESALE Bud’s Best Cookies (205) 987-4840 budsbestcookies.com
MassMutual - Alabama Agency (205) 244-1141 massmutual.com
FREIGHT BROKERAGE RangeWay Carriers (205) 623-5722 rangewaycarriers.com
MetLife Premier Client Group of the South (205) 440-4624 metlife.com Wealth Planning Services (205) 795-2013 wealthplanningservices.com Wealth Strategies, LLC (205) 397-3333 wsllc.us FINANCIAL PRODUCTS & SERVICES H&R Block - Richard Gibson (205) 621-1082 hrblock.com Magic City Capital, LLC (205) 378-9223 magiccitycapital.com Principal Financial Group - Mark Rogers (205) 578-5947 principal.com
FROZEN DESSERTS Bahama Buck’s Original Shaved Ice Company (205) 310-4677 Bahamabucks.com
City of Vincent (205) 672-2261 townofvincent.com Indian Springs Village (205) 987-2581 indianspringsvillage.org Town of Harpersville (205) 672-9961 townofharpersville.com
Town of Westover (205) 678-3375 westoveralabama.org
GOLF Ballantrae Golf Club (205) 620-GOLF (4653) ballantraegolf.com Bent Brook Golf Club (205) 428-9600 BentBrook.com
Inverness Country Club (205) 991-8608 iccalabama.com
ServPro of Birmingham (205) 664-6770 servpro.com
Timberline Golf Club (205) 668-7888 timberlinegc.com
FIRE PROTECTION North Shelby Fire and EMS District (205) 991-6439 northshelbyfire.com
GOVERNMENT - CITY Alabaster Water Board (205) 663-6155 alabasterwater.com
Walker Backflow and Fire Protection Services, LLC (205) 989-3300 walkerbfps.com
City of Alabaster (205) 664-6800 cityofalabaster.com
FLORISTS Flowerz N’ More (205) 620-0000
City of Vestavia Hills (205) 978-0100 vestaviahills.net
FUNERAL HOMES Southern Heritage Funeral Home and Cemetery (205) 988-3541 dignitymemorial.com
K&S Done Right, LLC (205) 834-9904 knsdoneright.com
Issis & Sons Carpet (205) 663-2310 issisandsons.com
City of Pelham (205) 620-6400 pelhamonline.com
Town of Mt Laurel (205) 408-8696 mtlaurel.com
FIRE & WATER RESTORATION
Hill’s Carpet (205) 358-7879 hillscarpetstore.com
City of Montevallo (205) 665-2555 cityofmontevallo.com
Frios Gourmet Pops (205) 913-3808 friospops.com
Eagle Point Golf Club (205) 991-9070 eaglepointgolfclub.com
FLOORING, CARPET, HARDWOOD Floor Coverings International (205) 370-9118 birmingham. floorcoveringsinternational.com
City of Leeds (205) 699-2585 leedsalabama.com
City of Birmingham (205) 254-2283 birminghamal.gov City of Calera (205) 668-3500 cityofcalera.org City of Chelsea (205) 678-7260 cityofchelsea.com City of Columbiana (205) 669-5800 cityofcolumbiana.com
Town of Wilsonville (205) 669-6180 wilsonvilleal.com Town of Wilton (205) 665-2021 wiltonalabama.com GOVERNMENT - COUNTY Shelby County (205) 670-6550 shelbyal.com Circuit and District Court (205) 669-8588 Shelby County Circuit Clerk (205) 669-3760 18jc.alacourt.gov Shelby County Commission, District 1 (205) 670-9424 Shelby County Commission, District 2 (205) 427-4289 Shelby County Commission, District 3 (205) 665-9573 Shelby County Commission, District 4 (205) 663-7334 Shelby County Commission, District 5 (205) 988-4483 Shelby County Commission, District 6 (205) 988-0658 Shelby County Commission, District 7 (205) 985-7179 Shelby County Commission, District 8 (205) 982-8717 Shelby County Commission, District 9 (205) 678-2020 Shelby County Coroner (205) 669-3846
Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce Shelby County Department of Development Services (205) 620-6650 shelbyal.com
State Senator Slade Blackwell (205) 324-7676
Shelby County Director of Public Works (205) 669-3869
U. S. Representative Gary Palmer 6th Congressional District (205) 968-1290 palmer.house.gov
Shelby County District Attorney (205) 669-3750
U. S. Senator Richard Shelby’s Office (205) 731-1384
Shelby County Emergency Management Agency (205) 669-3999 shelbycountyalabama.com
GRAPHIC DESIGN Kopri Signs & Graphics, LLC (205) 903-1642 kopripromotions.com
Shelby County Engineer (205) 669-3880
GROCERS Sav Mor Food Outlet (205) 668-2315 savmorcalera.com
Shelby County Facilities & General Services Department (205) 670-6461 shelbyal.com Shelby County Finance Manager (205) 669-3943
Shelby County Juvenile Services (205) 669-3831 Shelby County Planning Commission (205) 960-7220 shelbyal.com Shelby County Probate Judge (205) 669-3713 Shelby County Sheriff’s Office (205) 669-4181 shelbyso.com GOVERNMENT - STATE Alabama Senate (205) 620-0116
Rodan + Fields (205) 777-2340 amywilson.myrandf.com Skin Therapy, LLC (205) 568-5677 skintherapyspa.net HEALTH & FITNESS Healthsouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital (800) 945-3333 healthsouthlakeshorerehab.com Helena Health Club (205) 621-7007 helenahealthclub.com Iron Tribe Fitness 280 (205) 873-2135 IronTribeFitness.com
Middle Alabama Area Agency on Aging (205) 670-5770 m4a-alabama.org
Snap Fitness (205) 601-9291 snapfitness.com
Representative April Weaver (205) 541-6424 aprilweaver.com
St. Vincent’s One Nineteen (205) 408-6600 onenineteen.com
Representative Mike Hill (205) 685-5504
YMCA - Alabaster Branch (205) 663-6504 ymcabham.org
Senator J.T. Waggoner (205) 978-7405 Senator Jeff Sessions Office (205) 731-1500 Shelby County Legislative Office (205) 620-6610 shelbylegislators.com State Representative Allen Farley (334) 242-7767 State Representative Dickie Drake (205) 699-7392 State Representative Jack Williams (205) 862-5041 State Representative Jim Carns (334) 242-7600 legislature.state.al.us State Representative Matt Fridy (205) 280-0260 State Senator Cam Ward (205) 566-6746 camward.com State Senator Jim McClendon (205) 467-2656 jimmcclendon.org
YMCA - Pelham Family Branch (205) 664-9622 ymcabham.org YMCA Greystone Family Branch (205) 981-0144 ymcabham.org YMCA Hargis Retreat (205) 678-6512 ymcabham.org HEALTH & WELLNESS Advocare - Jones (205) 821-6711 championswebinar.com
Trinity Medical Center (205) 592-5653 trinitymedicalonline.com
HEALTH INSURANCE Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama (205) 220-2100 bcbsal.org
HUMAN RESOURCE OUTSOURCING Advantage Staffing (205) 444-8733 advantageresourcing.com
HEALTHCARE DISTRIBUTION Amedisys, Inc. (256) 347-4232 amedisys.com
Human Resources Consulting
HOME FURNISHINGS & ACCESSORIES Aaron’s Sales and Lease (205) 620-2513 aarons.com Encore Resales Inc. (205) 358-7690 encoreresales.com Standard Furniture Company, Inc. (205) 664-4720 standardfurniture.net Urban Home Market (205) 980-4663 HOME FURNISHINGS - NEW AND CONSIGNED Barn Brat & Peddler’s Creek (205) 669-4225 barnbratonline.com HOME HEALTH CARE Comfort Care Home Health and Hospice (205) 685-0421 comfortcarehomehealth.com New Beacon Hospice of Alabaster (205) 620-3508 newbeacon.org Vitas Healthcare (205) 624-6310 vitas.com HOME HEALTH CARE - NONMEDICAL Home Instead Senior Care (205) 822-1915 homeinstead.com HOME IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING Bath Fitter (205) 876-1760 bathfitter.com
State Farm Insurance, Tyler Rutledge Agency (205) 678-3334 savingwithtyler.com
Snelling Staffing Services (205) 879-9950 snelling.com
State Farm, Rogers Agency (205) 663-4466 kristarogers.com
Industrial Products Sales White Rock Quarries-Vincent Hills (205) 505-9225
The Watts Agency- Helena (205) 216-4960
INDUSTRY EBSCO Industries, Inc. (205) 991-6600 ebscoind.com Lhoist North America (205) 621-3331 lhoist.us Plant Power & Control Systems, LLC (205) 663-4433 plantpower.com SEPCO, Sealing Equipment Products Company (205) 403-7500 sepcousa.com INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Sawyer Solutions (844) 448-7767 sawyersolutionsllc.com INSURANCE Allstate Insurance - Erdman Agency (205) 981-3000 agents.allstate.com
It’s About Time Urgent Care (205) 657-1719 itsabouttimeuc.com
Noland Hospital Shelby (205) 620-8641 nolandhealth.com
Juice Plus + (205) 332-5255 vickieverett.juiceplus.com
Shelby Baptist Medical Center (205) 620-8100 baptisthealthalabama.org
Q&Aid Research, LLC (205) 224-4468 qandaid.com
St. Vincent’s Health System (205) 930-2134 stvhs.com
INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES Cannon Confidential Investigations, LLC (205) 677-8150 cciprivateinvestigator.com JEWELRY & GIFTS The Bead Biz (205) 621-2426 thebeadbiz.com JUNK REMOVAL Junk King of Birmingham (205) 753-9313 junk-king.com/birmingham LAWN CARE SERVICES Wayne’s Environmental Services, Inc. (205) 985-7009 callwaynes.com
Brent Flavin State Farm (205) 408-0448 brentflavin.com
North Shelby Library (205) 439-5500 northshelbylibrary.org
Farmers Insurance, Summerlin Agency Insurance (205) 358-8035
LIGHTING Forza Energy (205) 368-8337 forzaenergy.com
Mass Mutual - Howell Agency (205) 244-8612 massmutual.com
Children’s Health System (205) 939-6250 childrensal.org
Tyler Watts & Associates, LLC (205) 822-5477 agency.nationwide.com
LIBRARIES Albert L. Scott Public Library (205) 664-6822 shelbycounty-al.org
Vinyl Designs, LLC (205) 222-2230
ARCpoint Labs of Birmingham at Greystone (205) 968-1090 arcpointlabs.com
The Watts Agency- Pelham (205) 216-4960
Bobby Molan Insurance, Inc. (205) 621-9000 farmersagent.com
Karen Ross Miller Allstate Agency (205) 620-1120 agents.allstate.com
HOSPITAL Brookwood Medical Center (205) 877-1000 bwmc.com
State Farm Insurance, Logan Deen Agency (205) 582-2030 logandeen.com
Ron Haynes (870) 761-7881 corter.com
Brown Lumber & Building Supply (205) 669-6715 brownlumberco.net
HOME SERVICES US Department of HUD (205) 731-2630
State Farm Insurance, Berryman Agency (205) 663-6310 anthonyberryman.com
MetLife Auto & Home - Mary Baldwin (205) 903-0095 marybaldwin.metlife.com Mittie Brown Farmers Insurance Agency (205) 475-7091 farmersagent.com Neil Bailey Insurance & Investments (205) 985-4517 Philip Richards Agency, LLC (205) 823-5400 Rux Carter Insurance (205) 669-3158 ruxcarterinsurance.com Standifer Insurance Group (205) 664-3200 standiferinsurancegroup.com
LOANS All American Check Cashing, Inc. (205) 620-4040 allamericancheckcashing.com Easy Money - Pelham (205) 564-7000 goeasymoney.com Tower Loan of Alabaster (601) 622-3615 LODGING Best Western/Oak Mountain Inn (205) 982-1113 book.bestwestern.com Birmingham Marriott Hotel (205) 968-3775 marriott.com Fairfield Inn & Suites Pelham (205) 987-9879 marriott.com Hampton Inn & Suites 280 at Eagle Point (205) 981-0024 birmingham280easteaglepointsuites. hamptoninn.com
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Shelby County Health Department (205) 620-1650
HEALTH & BEAUTY Mary Kay Cosmetics - Alison Richardson (205) 616-4479 marykay.com/akirichardson
Skin Wellness Center of Alabama (205) 871-7332 skinwellnessal.com
Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce Hampton Inn & Suites of Pelham (205) 313-9500 hamptoninn.com
Crosscreek Television Productions, Inc. (205) 663-4411 crosscreektv.com
OHD, LLC (205) 980-0180 ohdusa.com
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Birmingham-Inverness (205) 776-6370 ihg.com
Fox 6 WBRC (205) 583-8415 myfoxal.com
Shelby Podiatry, P.C. (205) 663-3224 shelbypodiatry.com
NBC 13 (205) 933-1313 alabamas13.com
Village Dermatology (205) 877-9773 villagedermatology.net
Holiday Inn Express Pelham (205) 987-8888 ihg.com
Who’s Who of Shelby County Businesses
Homewood Suites (205) 995-9823 birmingham.homewoodsuites.com
Shelby County Newspapers, Inc. (205) 669-3131 shelbycountyreporter.com
Hyatt Place of Inverness (205) 995-9242 hyattplace.com
Summit Media, Inc. (205) 326-2537 summitmediacorp.com
Hyatt Regency Birmingham - The Wynfrey Hotel (205) 705-1234 wynfrey.regency.hyatt.com
WBHM (205) 934-2606 wbhm.org
Oak Mountain Lodge of Riverchase/ Pelham (205) 985-9117 oakmountainlodge.com Quality Inn of Pelham (205) 444-9200 choicehotels.com Sleep Inn (205) 982-9800 choicehotels.com MAIL SERVICE Pitney Bowes (205) 822-9098 pitneybowes.com MANUFACTURER Cheney Lime & Cement Company (205) 625-3031 cheneylime.com
MEDICAL - GENERAL American Family Care of Alabaster (205) 605-0495 americanfamilycare.com American Family Care of Greystone (205) 201-7290 americanfamilycare.com American Family Care of Pelham (205) 403-8902 americanfamilycare.com Baptist Health Center - Calera (205) 668-0626 Baptist Health System (877) 222-7847 baptisthealthalabama.org Baptist Heath Center - Pelham (205) 620-1085 bhsala.com
MILITARY SERVICE Birmingham Air National Guard (205) 714-2287 MOBILE DEVICE REPAIR iFix and Repair (205) 988-9555 ifixandrepair.com MORTGAGE InterLinc Mortgage Services, LLC (205) 795-3833 interlincalabama.com/cgapen MOVING Armstrong Relocation & Companies (205) 942-1625 armstrongrelocation.com Changing Spaces Moving, Inc. (205) 972-0744 changingspacesmoving.com Motivated Movers (205) 995-7585 motivatedmovers.org MUSEUM & ARCHIVES Alabama Firefighters Museum & Education Center (205) 983-4376 alabamafirefightersmuseum.org KCH Museum of George Washington (205) 669-8767
Coca-Cola Bottling Co. United, Inc. (205) 849-3266 cokeconsolidated.com
Community of Hope Health Clinic (205) 685-4154 communityofhopeclinic.com
Shelby County Historical Society, Incorporated (205) 669-3912 rootsweb.ancestry.com
Saginaw Pipe Company, Incorporated (205) 664-3670 saginawpipe.com
Northside Medical Associates (205) 672-2148 northsidemed.com
Shelby County Museum & Archives (205) 669-3912 rootsweb.ancestry.com
MEDICAL - SPECIALIZED Alabama Allergy and Asthma Center (205) 871-9661 alabamaallergy.com
Shelby Iron Works (205) 669-2465
MANUFACTURER - FOUNDRY Grede II, LLC (205) 669-5700 grede.com MARKETING Brownstone Marketing Solutions (205) 789-3600 bmsllc.biz HotInShelbyCounty.Com (205) 907-6841 hotinshelbycounty.com MATTRESS RETAILER Mattress King of Greystone (205) 995-3144 mattressking.net MEDIA ABC 33/40 (205) 982-3942 abc3340.com Alabama’s 13/ WVTM TV (205) 933-1313 alabamas13.com Birmingham Business Journal (205) 322-0000 bizjournals.com CBS/ WIAT 42 (205) 322-4200 wiat.com
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Alabama Ear, Nose & Throat Associates, Incorporated (205) 985-7393 alabamaentassociates.com CardioVascular Associates (205) 510-5000 cvapc.com
OFFICE EQUIPMENT - SALES & LEASING Greene’s Business Machines, Inc. (205) 979-8201 Stewart of Alabama (205) 969-3000 stewartal.com
PAYROLL SERVICES AdvaPay Systems, LLC (205) 588-2618 advapaysystems.com Paychex Incorporated (205) 991-3990 paychex.com PEST CONTROL & SERVICES Cook’s Pest Control - South District Office (205) 980-0920 cookspest.com DC Scientific Pest Control (205) 495-9707 dcspestcontrol.com
PUBLICATIONS 280 Living/Hoover Sun (205) 313-1780 280living.com Women’s Exchange (205) 967-0085 womens-exchange.com RADIO STATION APH Radio 99.9 FM (205) 317-5228 aphradio.org
Mr. Bugg’s Pest Patrol, Inc. (205) 663-1919 mrbuggs.com
REAL ESTATE Alabama Real Estate, Incorporated (205) 620-1048 alabamarealestateinc.net
Vulcan Termite & Pest Control, Inc. (205) 663-4200 vulcantermite.com
ARC Realty Shelby (205) 515-0917 arcrealtyco.com
PET GROOMING SERVICES Lucky Dog Grooming and Boutique (205) 582-9142 luckydoggroomingandboutique.com
Associa McKay Management (205) 733-6700 mckaymanagement.com
PET SITTING SERVICE Alpha Dawg Pet Sitting, LLC (205) 249-4181 AlphaDawgPets.com PHARMACIES Brooklere Pharmacy (205) 664-1200 brooklererx.com Davis Drug (205) 669-6713 PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES Perlis Photography (205) 283-0807 perlisphotography.com
Farris Management Company, Inc. (205) 663-0572 Lannette Thomas - Realty South (205) 978-9000 lannettethomas.realtysouth.com Signature Homes (205) 989-5588 e-signaturehomes.com REAL ESTATE - COMMERCIAL Daniel Corporation (205) 443-4500 danielcorp.com EGS Commercial Real Estate, Inc. (205) 939-4440 egsinc.com
Tommy Daspit Photographer (205) 516-6993 tommydaspit.com
Kee Properties, LLC (205) 915-0687
PHYSICAL THERAPY AccelAbility Physical Therapy (205) 685-1822 accelability.com
REAL ESTATE - LAND SALES Whitetail Properties Real Estate (205) 368-9032 alabamalandforsale.land
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute (205) 668-6900 drayerpt.com
REAL ESTATE - RESIDENTIAL Brik Realty (205) 206-4321 brikrealty.com
Maximum Physical Therapy and Sports Wellness (205) 981-1690 maximumpt.net TherapySouth-Pelham/Alabaster (205) 664-8404 therapysouth.com
Chilton Shelby Mental Health Center (205) 668-4308 chiltonshelby.org
OFFICE SPACE - LEASING Regus (205) 314-4702 birminghamoffices.PropertyWebsites. com
Ciamarra Communication Consulting (205) 447-1160 ciamarracommunicationconsulting. com
OFFICE SUPPLIES & SERVICES Office Depot (205) 945-2650 business.officedepot.com
Gastroenterology Associates NorthCentral Alabama, P.C. (205) 663-1023 gastrodocs.info
ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALIST Alabama Bone & Joint Clinic (205) 621-3778 alabamaboneandjoint.com
Inverness Dermatology (205) 995-5575 invernessderm.com
Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center (205) 939-3699 andrewssportsmedicine.com
Minuteman Press (205) 621-2722 alabaster.minutemanpress.com
PARAMEDICS Regional Paramedical Services (205) 664-1036 rpsems.com
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Alabama Rental Managers (205) 824-5008 alabamarentalmanagers.com
Lemak Sports Medicine & Orthopedics - Shelby (205) 358-9120 lemaksports.com
Sealy Management Co. Inc (205) 391-6000 sealyrealty.com
Keller Williams Realty - Lehman & Cole (205) 542-4011 susanlehmansellshomes.com Lowe & Associates Realty, Inc. (205) 669-6317 lowerealty.com
PLUMBING SERVICES Funky Plumbing (205) 620-4921 funkyplumbing.com
RE/MAX - Over the Mountain (205) 601-6689 remax.com
Roto-Rooter Services Co. (205) 518-7072 rotorooter.com
RE/MAX First Choice (205) 663-4402 realestateofgreaterbirmingham.com
PRINTING SERVICES EBSCO Media (205) 226-8516 ebscomedia.com
RealtySouth - Inverness (205) 991-6565 realtysouth.com RealtySouth - Pelham (205) 663-3895 realtysouth.com Rudulph Real Estate (205) 879-4691 rudulphrents.com
Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce RECREATION Alabaster Senior Center (205) 663-1307 cityofalabaster.com
Jake’s Southern & Caribbean Cafe (205) 624-3315 facebook.com/jakescafe.pelham
Sam’s Club (205) 982-0596 samsclub.com
Birmingham Barons Baseball (205) 988-3200 barons.com
Jim ‘N Nick’s Community Bar-B-Q at Alabaster (205) 605-0170 JimnNicks.com
Simply Infused (205) 408-4231
Oak Mountain State Park (205) 620-2520 alapark.com/OakMountain
Jim ‘N Nick’s Community Bar-B-Q at Greystone (205) 991-1306
Pelham Racquet Club (205) 621-3380
JimnNicks.com Joe’s Italian Pizza Pasta & Cafe (205) 663-4111 joesitalianonline.com
Regions Tradition (205) 967-4745 brunoeventteam.com Rolling Hills Camp & Retreat Center (205) 668-1168 rollinghillscamp.org Shelby County Park and Recreation Authority (205) 991-2015
RESIDENTIAL CLEANING SERVICES The Maids (205) 871-9338 maids.com RESTAURANTS Bellinis Ristorante & Bar (205) 981-5380 ourbellinis.com Coal Yard Bar & Grill (205) 624-3614 Champy’s (205) 621-3991 champyschicken.com Chick-Fil-A at Inverness (205) 995-9925 chick-fil-a.com Chubb’s Grub Station (205) 664-8696 chubbsgrub.com Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (205) 987-1555 crackerbarrel.com Dairy Queen @ Brook Highland (205) 981-1501 Dairy Queen @ Chelsea (205) 678-3110 Dairy Queen @ Oak Mountain (205) 733-8075 Delicio’s Pizza (205) 968-2323 deliciopizzaandpasta.com Dixie Fish Company (205) 924-3493 dixiefish.com
Johnny Ray’s on 52 (205) 664-0501 johnnyraysbbq.com Magic Wok (205) 668-1883 McAlister’s Deli of Pelham (205) 985-9797 mcalistersdeli.com Newk’s Eatery - Hoover (205) 588-8624 newks.com Newk’s Eatery - Inverness (205) 721-8923 newks.com Panera Bread at Lee Branch (205) 995-1962 panerabread.com PT’s Grille & Deli (205) 358-8499 Steak ‘n Shake of Alabaster (205) 620-5233 steaknshake.com Steak N’ Shake of Inverness (205) 980-4766 steaknshake.com Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe’ (205) 547-3638 tazikiscafe.com
Vapes and More (205) 624-3452 vapesandmore.com Wal-Mart Neigborhood Market #3424 (205) 582-6183 walmart.com Wal-Mart - Calera #3271 (205) 668-0831 walmart.com Wal-Mart Supercenter #5262 (205) 987-0108 walmart.com RETAIL - ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Woody’s Unique Junque’ (205) 789-0800 woodscollectibles.com RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Danberry At Inverness (205) 443-9500 danberryatinverness.com ROOFING Yellowhammer Roofing, Inc (256) 232-1933 yellowhammerroofing.com RUBBER PRODUCTS Specification Rubber Products (205) 663-2521 specrubber.com SECURITY SERVICES Clear Solutions, Inc. (205) 618-8324 theclearsolutions.com Event Operations Group, Inc. (205) 685-4960 eventoperationsgroup.com
Texas Roadhouse (205) 985-7427 texasroadhouse.com
SECURITY SYSTEMS ADT Security Services (205) 403-3164 adt.com
The EGG & I (205) 874-9607 theeggandirestaurants.com
ProtectionOne (205) 985-1017 protectionone.com
The HoneyBaked Ham Company (205) 620-9899 myhoneybakedstore.com
SENIOR CARE FACILITY Sunshine Manor Adult Day Care (205) 403-0556 bamasunshine.com
Zaxby’s of Alabaster (205) 663-5966 zaxbys.com
SHIPPING The UPS Store of Pelham (205) 664-2258 theupsstorelocal.com/1183
Eli’s Jerusalem Grill (205) 637-3658
RETAIL Belk (205) 685-9034 belk.com
Full Moon BAR-B-QUE (205) 620-4442 fullmoonbbq.com
Costco Wholesale (205) 909-1039 costco.com
Golden Corral Corporation (205) 682-0150 goldencorral.net
Marvin’s Building Materials of Calera (205) 668-2608
SIGNS FASTSIGNS (205) 823-4045 fastsigns.com/198
maurices (205) 621-1675 maurices.com
Reliable Sign Services, Inc. (205) 664-0955 reliablesigns.com
Golden Rule Bar-B-Q of Pelham (205) 621-4525 goldenrulebbq.com
The UPS Store, Caldwell Mill / Valleydale in Hoover (205) 980-8180 hoover-al-2389.theupsstorelocal.com
SPECIALTY GIFTS Bedazzle Me More (205) 422-0214 bedazzlememore.com SPORTS CLUB Alabama Soccer Association (205) 991-9779 alsoccer.org Bama Hockey Booster Club, Inc (256) 683-5560 bamahockey.net SPORTS EQUIPMENT Tandems, Ltd. (205) 991-5519 tandemsltd.com TS Arms (205) 587-1446 STORAGE Attic Plus Storage (205) 969-1860 atticplus.com Cool Box Private Storage (205) 685-0244 coolboxprivatestorage.com
Jennifer Hand Travel Pro (205) 620-4076 JenniferHandTravelPro.com UTILITY COMPANIES Alabama Gas Corporation (205) 716-2875 alagasco.com Alabama Power Company (205) 226-1720 alabamapower.com Birmingham Water Works Board (205) 244-4000 bwwsb.com SouthWest Water Company (205) 987-8352 swwc.com VETERINARIAN Airport Veterinary Hospital, P.C. (205) 621-0500 Caldwell Mill Animal Clinic (205) 991-7986 cmacvet.com WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES Bin There Dump That (205) 406-5850 bintheredumpthat.com
Rafiki Mini Storage (205) 620-6748
WASTE MANAGEMENT & RECYCLING Moore Coal Company, Inc. (205) 424-2705 moorecoal.com
TATTOOS AND PIERCINGS Tattoo Expression (205) 620-0580
WASTE PRO (205) 425-4388 wasteprousa.com
TELECOMMUNICATIONS AT&T - Alabama (205) 714-0523 att.com
WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES Trash Taxi of Alabama LLC (205) 419-4005 trashtaxi.com
TW Telecom, Inc. (205) 263-2272 twtelecom.com
WEB DESIGN & SERVICES Great New Day Internet Solutions, LLC (205) 939-3565 greatnewday.com
TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT & SERVICES Business Telephones Incorporated (205) 988-8297 bticonnect.com
Spot On, LLC (205) 281-5014 thespotonagency.com
IS Technologies (205) 314-8800 istphones.com
Territory 3 (205) 358-8833 territory3.com
TIRE WHOLESALER EBEN, Incorporated (205) 685-0935
Wellness Clinic InShape MD (205) 582-9216 inverness.inshapemd.com
Tire Engineers @ Hwy 280 (205) 408-2720 tireengineers.com TRADE EXCHANGE Trade Partners Exchange (205) 281-3353 tradepartnersexchange.com
WINERY Vizzini Farms Winery, Inc. (205) 685-0655 vizzinifarmswinery.com
TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT & SOLUTIONS Telecom Transport Services, Inc. (205) 369-7201 telecom-transport.com Transportation South, Inc. (205) 663-2287 transportationsouth.com TRAVEL AGENCY Expedia Cruise Ship Centers (205) 437-3354 cruiseshipcenter.com International Expeditions (205) 428-1700 ietravel.com
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RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION Voice of Faith International Ministry (205) 621-7972
Johnny Ray’s @ Chelsea (205) 678-8418 johnnyraysbbq.com
The Home Depot of Pelham (205) 685-1837 homedepot.com
SKILLED NURSING FACILITY Shelby Ridge Nursing Home Rehab Select (205) 620-8500 shelbyridgehealthandrehab.com
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1. Steve Whitman, Jody Boyles, Ed Guy and Phillip Heard 2. Tommy Holloway, Alex Strange, Ken Norton and Darryl Parker 3. Caleb Kelly with Will Cholewinski 4. Eddie Keaton, Jim Parks, David Keough and Mike Brill 5. John Bennett, Eddie Sabol, Jeremy Sims, Jeff Ree and Don Eckis 6. Brad Vail and Buddy Gray 7. Jon Kelton, Brad Stephenson and Chris Taylor 8. Jacob Vail and Tim Lofton
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Thousands showed up to Helena’s 14th annual Buck Creek Festival to enjoy vendors, food, music, the duck race and beautiful weather on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9.
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Helena Elementary School “Family Night at the Art Show” HES students were eager to show their family members all of the artwork they have worked on throughout the school year at “Family Night at the Art Show” on Tuesday, May 5. 1. Alice and Marie Jones 2. Russ, Angie and Jacob Davis 3. Jason and Charlee Reid 4. Blake, Connor, Cate and Christy Rodenberry 5. Shonea Nelson and Eli Ray 6. Adam, Ashley and Jake Mitchell 7. Angela, Samantha and Cole Justice 8. Lauren, Carden, Maggie and Stephen Shivers 9. Bobby, Jennifer and Kayden Foster 10. Russell and Tanner Smith
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Coffee with Columbiana Mayor Stancil Handley
Residents were invited to have coffee and visit with Columbiana Mayor Stancil Handley at a South Shelby Chamber of Commerce event at City Hall on May 20.
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Marketplace Shelby Living • 205.669.3131
We Buy Homes FAST! Local Birmingham Co. Buying homes in your area in almost any condition. We inspect, appraise & purchase. Call 205-690-4905 or visit www.3FHomes.com A MAYZIN’ PARTIES & EVENTS LLC WE DELIVER FUN!!! Parties, Weddings, Characters, Event Decorating. 205-601-5718 or 205-907-7071 WATERPROOFING! Wet & leaking crawlspaces or basement? We’ll repair! Caulking, french drains, kill mold & mildew, grates installed. 24/7 service in most areas. Lic/ Ins CALL 205.230.8197, Tim ACCEPTANCE LOAN COMPANY. Personal Loans! Let us Pay Off Your Title Loans! Come by Acceptance Loan and apply for a loan today. 224 Cahaba Valley Rd Pelham, AL 35124 205-663-5821 Part-Time Property Caretaker for apartments/ Hoover. Duties include: apartment turns, cleaning, painting, maintenance. Apply: www.Accessiblespace.org or fax: (651) 645-0541. Job Code 660 EOE/AA Rogers Cartage Company is looking for Dry-Bulk Lime and Cement Drivers for our Terminal in Alabaster, AL. Call Brian 800-507-8848 www.tankstar.com Company Drivers and Owner Operators Home at least once a wk. Exc benefits, pay. Must have Class A CDL w Hazmat & Tanker endorsements, 2 yrs OTR exp, good safety record. 800-338-2717
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JOBS IN ALABAMA!! AIDT assists employers throughout AL by identifying qualified applicants by recruitment, screening & training services. Visit www.aidt.edu/jobs for latest jobs & training! HIRING CDL/NON CDL (w/ delivery exp) Excellent Salary & Benefits. DOT & MVR Req. DFWP/EOE. Apply in person to: AL Crown Dist Co., 1330 Corporate Woods Dr, Alabaster, AL 35007 FAX resume to 205-605-1406 Alabama Insurance Agency Has a Business Opportunity for Insurance Agents. Turn Key Operation. Contact us through the website, www.alinsagency. com or phone Allen Vest at 205-303-2055 RNs. Alacare Home Health & Hospice is hiring Registered Nurses for the Clanton area. Join Alabama’s Elite Agency – family owned since 1970! EOE Apply on-line www.alacare.com All About The Kids Wedding gown and formal dresses, short and long; cut glass, vases and dishes; Pfaltzgraff 10-place setting- tea rose pattern. Hwy 31- 1 mile North of Thorsby on Right 205-646-2880 VENDORS NEEDED! Alabama Pick N’ Trade, LLC dba Dixieland Tradin’ Post under new ownership. 33985 Hwy 25, Harpersville, AL 35078 For info, call 205-672-2022. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis and related conditions affecting 53 million adults and 300,000 children. www.arthritis.org
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$10 OFF Any Service! American Holmes Heating & Air, LLC 205-479-9148 AL# 14098 www.americanholmeshvac.com American Proteins, Inc. Hiring Drivers. Home Daily. Great benefits package (including: health/dental/ vision insurance), paid vacation and holidays, quarterly safety bonus, 401K retirement plan. Need Class A CDL with tanker endorsement, one year verifiable driving experience. Contact Jamie Sewell at 256-970-6133 or Ronnie Demonia 256-970-6109 EOE Automation Personnel Services is Hiring For Forklift Operations, Material Handling, and/or General Labor Chilton County Area Light and heavy industrial environment, great long term career opportunity. Must pass drug screen and background check. Forklift certification and clamp truck exp. a plus, but not a requirement. 5857 Atlanta Highway Montgomery, AL 36117 Call 334.274.1004 For More Information Automation Personnel Services in Pelham. Responsibilities include: Assembly, Construction Using Power Tools, Detail Oriented, Able to Lift 50lbs Regularly. Requirements: Tape Measure Test & Drug Screen. Applications Accepted: Monday–Friday 8:30 am–11:00 am & 1:00 pm–3:00 pm We do accept walk in applications. 2145 Pelham Parkway Pelham, AL 35124 (205)444-9774
Foster a Dog...Save a Life! Bama Bully Rescue www.BamaBully.org Bama Concrete Hiring Mixer Drivers • Local deliveries. Class-B+ CDL, 2yrs MINIMUM heavy haul experience/ CleanMVR. Competitive Pay/ Great Benefits. Apply in person: 2180 Hwy 87, Alabaster, 35007 Beelman is Now Hiring! Diesel Mechanic Needed for Our Montevallo Terminal. Call Glen Madsen @ 205-665-5507 or email resume to: jobs@beelman.com Bibb Medical Center • Exp Medical Lab Tech Nursing Home • CNA & LPN All shifts: PT & FT positions available Contact HR: bmchr@bibbmedicalcenter.com Apply On-line at bibbmedicalcenter.com COME RUN WITH THE BIG DOGS Big M-Transportation $500 Orientation Pay. $1500 Sign On Bonus. Personal Dispatcher 24/7. 2015 Equipment Arriving. Driver Friendly Company. Great Home Time..Lease Purchase Program. Up to $0.42/mile in 6 months. Contact Jacob at: 877-553-2448 www.bigmtransport.com Journeymen Electricians, $24 per hour plus insurance. Helpers $9.60 to $19.20 per hour depending on experience. Greater Birmingham area. Call 205-849-5522 for details. FREE GED SUMMER SCHOOL by Central AlabamaCommunity College. Now meeting in Calera: 205-668-4398 Columbiana: 205-670-9219 Call 256-378-2017 to enroll.
CAMELOT CHARTERS & HAULERS Now Hiring!! CDL drivers with and without passenger endorsements Call Camelot 205-814-1911 CDL Skills And Test Training, LLC. Day & Evening Classes. Hoover/Pelham Area. 205-253-5960 Chateau Vestavia • LPNs - Current License • Maintenance Tech - 1 yr exp • Housekeeping • Dietary Aide • Care Manager Apply in person at: 2435 Columbiana Rd, Birmingham, AL 35216 Call the Cleaning Lady! General Residential and Commercial Cleaning personalized for your special home or office! Call Kelly for a break! 205-260-2769 Class A CDL Drivers needed for Birmingham Coca-Cola and Tuscaloosa Coca-Cola Bottling Companies. Driving experience is required. Apply in person at: 4600 East Lake Blvd. Birmingham, AL 35217 Columbiana Health and Rehabilitation, LLC is hiring for the following positions • LPN Charge Nurse • Certified Nursing Assistant • Housekeeping Assistant, Part time. Interested applicants should apply in person to: 22969 Hwy 25, Columbiana, AL. Resumes may also be sent to: shannon.bell@ northporthealth.com FIREWOOD-OAK or HICKORY Pick up - only 6 cents per pound. Commercial and Residential delivery also available. Columbiana Wood Products 21421 Hwy 25, Columbiana (205) 671-5202
Corizon Health, a provider of health services, is hiring full & part time in the medical field. View postings & apply: CorizonHealth.com or www.careerbuilder.com EOE/AAP/DTR Noises in your Attic? Could be more than just wind! Critter Control of Central Alabama. Call (205)621-2180 Drivers Wanted: Class A CDLHome Daily, Full & Part-time. Childersburg area. 256-591-3169 or 256-892-7692 Soon the mark of the beast will be enforced! • Free Book & Bible Study • PO Box 171 Samantha, Al 35482 205-339-4837 Davis Machine & Fabricating specializes in Machining and Fabricating Medium to Large Size Castings and Fabrications (205) 668-0986 Dawson Landscape Group. Custom Outdoor lighting, Firepits, irrigation, weed control packages. dawsonlandscapegroup.com. 205-532-9793
skills are a plus! Class A CDL required along with current long form physical and medical card. Must be willing to travel. Drug test will be administered before employment. Benefits include BCBS medical/dental insurance, Aetna Life/Disability insurance, 401k, vacation and holidays. Apply by visiting: dunnbuildingcompany. com and download an application, send to kroberson@ dunnbuildingcompany.com or fax 205-510-0301.EOE M/F/ Disabled/Veteran
Clanton First United Methodist seeking Kitchen Coordinator. Wed suppers, Sun breakfast, and Special Meals. Please apply at 207 8th St No., Clanton. M-F, 8-4:30, closed at lunch
Dunn Construction has immediate openings in the Birmingham area. • Asphalt Paving Screed Operator • Asphalt Raker • Diesel Mechanic • Road Roller Operator • Asphalt Plant Workers • CDL Drivers Class A & Class B, w & w/o HAZMAT Endorsements, exp pref’d. Drivers home nightly! Please apply in person: 3905 Messer Airport Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35222 EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans
Ground Effects Lawn Care and Landscaping (205) 910-4558 Lawn Care, landscaping, hardscape, decks & patios, pressure washing. Free estimates. Mention this ad and get 10% off first service.
Helfi’s Grill is Hiring a Grill Cook and Kitchen Staff. Must have restaurant cooking experience, flexible schedule, and work well with others. Offering up to 40 hours a week. Serious applicants only. Call 205-280-0225
CDL-A Local Dedicated Drivers START A NEW CAREER TODAY! Excellent Benefits & Home Every Day CDL-A required 888-work-4-us • averittcareers.com EOE
Hendrick Hoover Auto Mall Seeking Polished Sales Professionals...Unlimited Earnings, Medical/Dental, 401k /Paid Vacation. Hoovercareers@ hendrickauto.com
Gypsum Express LTD. Class A CDL Drivers needed! Bridgeport, AL Terminal Opening Soon! Top pay and benefits, plus bonuses! Call Melissa @1-866-317-6556 ext. 3
J&M Tank Lines, Inc CDL-A Drivers Needed for Local and OTR. $3,000 Sign On Bonus www.jmtank.com Call Jeff Sandlin @ 256-245-3933.
DRIVERS Hanna Truck Lines is seeking Professional Flatbed Drivers. 50 cpm. No Surprises: Starting Pay (all Miles): 48 cpm, 49 cpm @ 6 mo, 50 cpm @ 1 yr. 100% Outbounds loads Pre-loaded & Tarped. 75% Inbound No Tarp. Late Model Peterbilt Trucks. Air Ride Trailers. Home weekends. Low cost BCBS Health & Dental Ins. Matching 401K. Qualifications: 18 Mo Class A CDL driving exp w/ 6 mo flatbed; Applicants must meet all D.O.T. req. Contact recruiting @ 1-800-634-7315 or come by HTL office @ 1700 Boone Blvd, Northport. EOE
REFUGE CHURCH Join me for powerful teaching. Every Sunday at 10 am in the Conference Room at the Comfort Suites, 2235 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124. Transportation is available. Contact Elder Jerome Gaines at 205-447-5752.
$5,000 RN Sign-On Bonus For More Information Contact Annie.Miller @dchsystem.com Apply online at: www.dchsystem.com
HELP WANTED: Landscape Foreman & Labor Position. Foreman must have 3 yrs exp. Labor position- 1 yr exp. Must be a legal citizen, have DL & own transportation. Located in Hoover. Call Andrew 205-807-3200
TARGET AUCTION. Advanced Real Estate Marketing. 800-476-3939 www.targetauction.com
Welder Training Short Term Licensing Call for Details 866-432-0430 ESDschool.com
NOW HIRING • Disaster Restoration, a stable company in Leeds Alabama, is seeking an Accounting Manager/Site Supervisor. Review job posting at: DisasterRestoration.net or submit a resume to: pmest1991@gmail.com
$3000 SIGN ON BONUS NEW PAY SCALE TO QUALIFYING DRIVERS EVERGREEN TRANSPORT, is accepting applications for local drivers in the Calera and Leeds, AL, area. Must have class A CDL, good driving record, 1 yr verifiable tractor trailer experience. Good pay and benefits. Apply in person at 8278 Hwy 25 South, Calera, AL, or call for info 205-668-3316.
Help Wanted: Part Time Office Help For Afternoons. Full Time Labor Workers needed with clean DL Call (205) 678-2411 For More Information. Dunn Building Company has an immediate opening for a CDL driver. Mechanic
ONLINE AUCTIONS www.GTAOnlineAuctions.com 205-326-0833 Granger, Thagard & Assoc. Jack F. Granger #873
Recipes. Products. Company Store. Tours. So much more! GoldenFlake.com Hiring Stylists Avg Pay $12 & Up Chelsea Area 205-966-7254
Hardee’s Now Hiring • Crew Members/Hoover • Management/Calera. Email resume to: hardees2007@bellsouth.net Real Estate Auctions ~ John Dixon & Associates www.johndixon.com
LPN’S, RN’S, CNA’S Full & Part time, 2nd & 3rd Shift. Apply in person: Hatley Health Care, 300 Medical Ctr. Dr., Clanton, AL 35045 Need A Healthcare Cerification? 2-Day Phlebotomy • 5-Day Medical Assistant. It doesn’t have to take weeks or months, get your certification now! HealthCareCareerGroup.com (800) 897-1773
Tree Climber / Bucket Operator Top pay guaranteed. 3 yrs exp. CDL Preferred. 205-836-2038 or 205-229-7144 JON KNIGHT PLUMBING Save money & hire a pro FIRST! FREE ESTIMATES!! www.KnightPlumber.com Call 205-210-7868 Kerry Construction & Home Improvements: For all your home exterior needs. Specializing in vinyl siding and windows, seamless gutters, doors etc. Call for free estimate. Roy 256-310-4905 or Thomas 256-282-0133
Owner Operators Wanting Dedicated Year Round Anniston, AL www.pull4klb.com Others buy Gold, We buy Jewelry! 205-251-3381 Downtown Birmingham www.levysfinejewelry.com Lil Angels Learning Center Ages 3 wks to 12yrs Meals and Trips in One Low Price! 200 Ridge Drive, Pelham 205-663-1852 NEED A JOB? Lyons HR has jobs. Various positions available. Apply at: 490 Wildwood Circle N., Ste. 150 Birmingham, AL 35209 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 House Cleaners Wanted 25-35 Hrs a week no nights or wknds Car, D.L & insurance req Located in Pelham Call for appt 358-1800 www.maidpro.com/ birmingham Service Technician • Top Pay, Benefits & Commission! Apply in person: Mainline Heating & Air 400 Hillwood Park S. Alabaster (205) 664-4751 MAXIAIRE Stainless Steel fabrication. Stainless Steel Countertops. Commercial and Residential (205) 945-9655 McDonald’s is Now Hiring in Chelsea, Pelham & Alabaster! Apply at www.mcalabama.com Medical Phone Sales • Call on new and existing customers. Full-Time $12/hr PLUS Benefits/ Bonus/Commission. 40K to 60K per year possible. Homewood Area. Resumes Only to: chrisw@mymdi.net Shake up your career!!! Are you looking for something new and FUN? Milo’s is always looking for great managers to come join our growing and dynamic team. Apply online at miloshamburgers.com
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University of Montevallo Summer Soccer Day Camp June 15-18 / July 20-23 Ages 5-12 Boys & Girls $150/$110 Full/Half Day cclarke@ montevallo.edu Visit: www. montevallosportscamps.com Montgomery Stockyard Drop Station at Gray & Son’s in Clanton. Call Lane at 205-389-4530. For other hauling arrangements, contact Wes in Harpersville 205-965-8657 Production / Manufacturing Vance, Alabama Starting pay: $12.00 – $14.50/hr. • Have 2 years+ Production/ Manufacturing experience. • Have Recently Lived in Alabama at least 2 years. • Have A High School Diploma or GED. • Are at least 18 years old. Complete your application on line at www.naonsite.com Manufacturing/Assembly positions available in Calera area. Full time hours, all shifts available. Call today 205-267-3910 PAPPADEAUX Now Interviewing! Cooks, Dishwashers & Bussers Apply in person Mon–Fri from 3-5pm at 3500 Grandview Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35243 Pappas Restaurants EOE M|F|D|V|A Entry Level Construction Jobs! Must pass DOT physical, drug & background check. Clean driving record. Reliable transportation & telephone required. Call 205-668-2626 Class A CDL Drivers Needed Immediately 3 Yrs Min Driving History With Dump Trailer Experience *$1000 Retention Bonus *Local Hauling *Home Nights APPLY ONLINE: perdidotrucking.com Perdido Trucking Service, LLC 251.470.0355
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Office Work Hourly plus bonuses. Must have good telephone skills. Students and retirees welcomed. Office in Hoover area. Call Brad (205) 444-4112 HUGHES NET • Gen4 High-Speed Satellite Internet Is Available Where You Live! FREE Standard Installation Limited Time Offer! Ask about FREE router! Call 800-266-4409 www.pbsinternet.com 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 HIRING Director for Christian Early Learning Center, 6wks to 4k. Also, PT Afternoon Teachers, AM/PM Subs in Helena. Call 426-1910 or email resume to bill@rbchelena.org Saginaw Recycling Hiring for Laborer • Mon-Fri 8-5 • Sat 8-2. For more info call (205) 620-4304 • 22 Shady Acre Lane • Alabaster 35007 Salvation Army Bi-Weekly Auction • 1401 FL Shuttlesworth Dr, Bham. Used electronics, furniture, equipment, bric-a-brac. Fee $4-$5. Public welcome! Call for details: (205) 252-8151 RESTORATION TECHS! Must pass background check & drug test, have reliable transportation & good driving record. P/T position available. Will train. Serious inquiries call 205-424-4211. RV LOTS FOR SALE! Big June Deals starting at $49,500! Oversized RV Lots with many amenities. 256-709-1820 Smith Lake RV Resort www.smithlakervresort.com Smith Roofing Metal Roof Specialists. All roofs & repairs. No job too small. 35 years exp. All work guaranteed. 256-391-7144, 205-777-8069
Order Selectors Food Dist. Center in Pelham Al. Day Shift: Mon-Fri. 40+ hours/ week 10:00AM until finished (varies). $10.00-$14.00/ hour. Benefits: medical, vision, dental, vacation & 401k. Requirements: • Reading & math skills • Lift 60 lbs. repetitively. • Work in +90 Temperature • Work in -10 Temperature • Walking majority of day. Apply 10:30AM-5:00PM Southeastern Food, 201 Parker Drive, Pelham, Alabama 35124 205-685-4551 Southern Haulers LLC CDL Class A Drivers Needed Immediate openings for Local & Regional CDL Class A Drivers. Req: 23 yrs of age, 1 yr Class A CDL exp necessary, good MVR. Excellent wages, medical & dental ins, 401K, life ins. If interested, call 1-800-537-4621 or www.southernhaulersllc.com EOE 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 TaylorMade Transportation Hiring CDL Drivers for Flatbed Regional Division! BCBS Insurance After 30 Days. To apply call: (334)366-2269 or email: s.smith@taylormadeinc. com
Electrician - FT Supreme Electric, a local based company in Pelham. Must be willing to learn & work hard. Go to: www.supremeelectrical.com. Print empl app under Contact Us and mail to: Supreme Electric, 231 Commerce Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124 or call 205-453-9327. TEMP FORCE HIRING NOW: Assembly and Inspection! Childersburg & Vincent. Full Time. 1st and 2nd Shifts. Entry Level OK! Apply at TempForce: (256) 245-8367 www.tempforcejobs.com Vestavia Store Opening! 1401 Hwy 31, Suite 49. We sell/install painted bumpers and perform repairs, often for less than your deductible! (205) 306-7000 THE BUMPER COMPANY Casino Trips! Pickups in Hoover & Calera. Freeplay & food vouchers. Call Louise Jones 205-663-3060 for more info or email LJones7067@aol.com SUMMER CLASSES - NOW ENROLLING! The Tutoring Center 205-987-9577 hoover.tutoringcenter.com Looking for a Full Time Site Manger at our Clanton Car Wash Location. Must be 18 years or older and be able to pass background and drug test. Email your resume to eric@acwcompany.com HIRING EXPERIENCED CDL-A COMPANY TANKER DRIVERS IN YOUR AREA! Regional runs - Chemical hauls *Get Home Weekly!* **Earn Up to $60K Per Year** Average 2,000-2,500 miles/ week. Paid product training- $800/ week. Full benefits + 401K. CDL-A, 2 Years Tractor Trailer Experience, tanker and hazmat endorsements, passport and TWIC required. Call 888-572-3662 Now! www.trimac.com
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 OTR Drivers Wanted 24 yrs or older Hazmat pref but not req. Full benefit pkg avail Pneumatic Tank Equip Dry Bulk Hauling. Sign on bonus $500. Home every other weekend. Apply online: vernonmilling.com 800-753-1993 Become a Dental Asst. in ONLY 8 WEEKS! Please visit our website www. capstonedentalassisting.com or call (205) 561-8118 and get your career started! Villa Maria Apartments Affordable Housing for Ages 62 & above or Mobility Impaired • Income Based Rent • Gated Community 205-836-7839 205-833-0532 Call today for an application and/or appt. Steven’s Wack-n-Sack A Growing Lawn Care & Landscape Company seeking qualified applicants for Lawn Maintenance & Landscape Technicians. Call 205-621-8531 WANTED: OTR Drivers: Reefer & Five years OTR experience required. Must be able to Pass drug and alcohol screening, MVR and background check. Please call 205-755-9896 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. MondayFriday to schedule appointment. Tree Nursery Worker Needed — responsible with mechanical skills. Duties: Operating forklift, farm tractors and equipment. Welding, ground maintenance, service equipment, check fluid levels & clean after each use. Maintain safe/clean work area. Requires valid-DL & reliable transportation. 334-365-2488 Whiteline Express Ltd. is looking for OTR drivers out of Alabama. Apply online at www.whiteline-express.com WINDOW CLEANING & PRESSURE WASHING Licensed & Insured. Call John 205-242-2638
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July 1
Nature Story Time: Nature Story Time at Oak Mountain State Park will be held at 10 a.m. on July 1. Call Emily at 620-2520 for more information or email oakmountain.naturalist@dcnr. alabama.gov.
July 4
Flag Making and Crafts: Let’s celebrate our freedom and show how proud we are to live in the United States by making flags and other Fourth of July crafts at 10 a.m. Come out to the B-side Pavilion in the Campground. Supplies will be provided, and donations will be accepted.
July 7
Crosscreek Community Market: Crosscreek Community Market will be every Tuesday, 5:30-8 p.m., through Aug. 4. Vendors and food trucks will be participating. Held in the parking lot of Crosscreek Baptist Church, the event is a way of gathering the community together to showcase the local artisans and farmers. The church is located at 600 Crosscreek Trail in Pelham. Paint & Pour: Create a piece of art with the help of a professional on July 7 from 6-8
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p.m. at the Mt Laurel Library. The cost is $3 for materials. Registration is required. For more information, call 9911660. Crafternoons: Superhero Magnets – Come to the library to make personalized fridge magnets from some favorite superhero comic books and graphic novels. Batman Banks – First step to being a billionaire like Bruce Wayne? Saving! Come and make a coin bank featuring Batman collages at 3 p.m. July 7 at the Pelham library.
July 9
Dolores Hydock at Double Oak: Award-winning storyteller and actress Dolores Hydock will perform at Double Oak Community Church in Mt Laurel at 7 p.m. on July 9. She will share In Her Own Fashion, the funny, irreverent story of Ninette Griffith, a fashion coordinator for Birmingham’s Loveman’s Department Store in the 1950s and ‘60s. The event is free to the public and sponsored by the Friends of the Mt Laurel Library. South Shelby Chamber Membership Luncheon: The speaker at the South Shelby Chamber of Commerce
Membership Luncheon will be Mary Helmner, Main Street Alabama. The spotlight is on tourist attractions of Shelby County. The luncheon will be 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The sponsor is Candlewood Suites of Alabaster. The caterer is The Pita Hut of Chelsea. The cost is $12 per person. No RSVP is required.
July 12
Christ the King Lutheran Church VBS: Christ the King Lutheran Church’s Vacation Bible School, “What Did Jesus Do? The Ministry Years,” will be held July 12-17 from 6-8 p.m. All ages are welcome. For more information, contact Christy Ethridge at 612-4624 or christyethridge12@gmail.com.
July 13
Native Plants: Extension Agent John Nabors will discuss gardening with native plants on July 13 from 2-3 p.m. at the Mt Laurel Library. For more information, call 991-1660.
July 14
Financial Fun Fair: Check out the library’s fun new games made by the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum at the Pelham Public Library on July 14 at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 620-6418.
July 16
Cookies and Cream Social: Bring the whole family and enjoy a cool treat on a hot day and cookies from the TownHouse Tea Shoppe on July 16 from 2-3 p.m. at the Mt Laurel Library. Alabaster Library Book Group: Join us in our discussion of “The Sandcastle Girls” by Chris Bohjalian at 7 p.m. An American granddaughter embarks on a journey back through her family’s Armenian history, uncovering a story of love, loss and a wrenching secret that has been buried for generations. The program takes place in the meeting room in the Albert L. Scott Library in Alabaster.
July 17
Pelham Palooza: Pelham Palooza, the city of Pelham’s annual celebration, will feature recreational opportunities for the whole family. Live music and an evening concert at the Oak Mountain Amphitheater will kick off the event on Friday. The Pelham Civic Complex will host a variety of vendors specializing in exerciserelated and healthy lifestyles on Saturday. Admission is free. For more information, July 2015 | 81
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July 18
Arc of Shelby County Parent Workshops: The Arc of Shelby County Parent Workshops will be held July 20 from 6-8 p.m. The workshops are free. Parent educational workshops cover “real life” topics to assist parents and family members with individuals with Developmental Disabilities and delays become successful and empowered in their community.
Summer Photography Hike: Meet the Naturalist at the Park Office on Terrace Drive for a seasonal photography hike on July 18 at 9 a.m. The location of the hike will be determined upon arrival at the Park Office. Dress appropriately and bring water and a camera with a fully charged battery. Shelby County Shindig: The annual Shelby County Shindig will be July 18 in downtown Columbiana from 1-7 p.m. The cost is $10 in advance and $15 the day of the event. The event features blues, brews and barbecue and is a fundraiser for the Shelby County Arts Council. Barbecue teams will compete for prizes. Registration for teams is open, and the entry fee is $250 per team. For more information, call 669-0044 or
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July 25
Christmas in July: Who says we have to wait until December for Christmas? Let’s celebrate it in July. Come out to the B-side Pavilion in the Campground, where we will make some ornaments and other Christmas crafts on July 25 at 10 a.m.
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A free workshop for women interested in joining the Lily of the Cahaba Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will be held from 3-5 p.m. July 26 at the Hoover Public Library. For more information about the workshop or membership, contact Shelby Bailey at robert_ bailey1@yahoo.com.
at a romance reader and writers’ dinner on July 31 at the North Shelby Library. Romance readers will get the chance to have dinner and chat with romance authors and other readers. Readers will also have an opportunity to win door prizes. Book signings will be held after dinner. Authors in attendance will be Dianna Love, Nancee July 27 Cain, Carla Swafford, Gayle Passport to the World of Art: Wilson, Lexi George, Ingrid Week Two of the SCAC Fine Art Seymour, Kimberly Lang, Camps is designed for ages 9-12 Peggy Webb and Larynn Ford years old. Campers will travel and more to be announced. the globe exploring art forms. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The camp time is 8:30 a.m. to For more information, visit 3 p.m. Camp is July 27-31. The Northshelbylibrary.org. cost is $195. Visit the Shelby County Arts Council website Shelby Living is happy to feature for more information and to community events in its monthly register a camper. calendar. The event must take place in Shelby County or be July 31 sponsored by a Shelby CountySummer Lovin’ Romance based group. Email details to Conference: Dianna Love Katie.mcdowell@shelbyliving. will be the keynote speaker com. l