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Tag Archives: Woodlawn
Friday Photo: Where in the world
I’ll give you a few hints as to where this snapshot was captured: 1 – The neighborhood is historic, and has been subject to a collaborative focus on revitilization within … Read more »
Magic City Chatroom: Brooke Fleming {City Arts Boutique}
Less than one mile from our North Crestwood home (just down the hill and over the railroad tracks), there is the most incredible little gallery/boutique/art studio. It sits gracefully … Read more »
For the Art Lover In Me…
This past weekend, Boss and I were honored to take part in a magnificent celebration that included a crowd of Birmingham friends, a pair of … Read more »
Friday Photo: Now Playing in Woodlawn
Here’s a shot captured at the new and oh-so-lovely, City Arts Boutique, located in Woodlawn. Come “Sip n’ See” for yourself, tonight, from 5-7p.m. Local … Read more »
If not us, then who? {Championing Birmingham}
When I was in high school, there was a girl who made it her mission to rob me of any sense of self-confidence. (No doubt … Read more »
Happy Anniversary, Birmingham
Two years ago we moved to the Magic City. And my, we’ve seen so much change, so much growth, and so much potential in our … Read more »
hot off the press – the 35212 newsletter
About a month ago I got a call from a friend and neighbor, asking for my help. Charlotte Donlon, the lovely lady behind the35212.com, said … Read more »
tuesday tune – delicate cutters
Before I go any further, mark your calendar (and/or cancel your plans) for this Friday night. Woodrow Hall, the illustrious venue at the heart of … Read more »
support the ‘hood, old-school style
Friend and neighbor Charlotte Donlon has a passion for her ‘hood. She authors and publishes the35212.com, is heavily involved with DISCO, and is a regular contributor to anything … Read more »
tuesday tunes – change gon’ come
I so enjoyed this past weekend’s performance of Woodlawn Stories, presented by DISCO. To see young high school students tell the stories of their ancestors … Read more »
woodlawn stories. this weekend.
Yesterday I was catching up with a dear friend that lives in Charlotte, North Carolina. She’s the type of friend that inspires, just by the … Read more »
friday photo – name that neighborhood
There’s a street just one block from our house that leads over the railroad tracks, past the steel mill, down a residential lane, landing directly at … Read more »
happenings in woodlawn
I (heart) Woodlawn. You should know this by now… I (heart) opportunities to promote things happening in Woodlawn. You should be prepared for this now… … Read more »
a step inside woodrow hall
Ever since I moved to the Magic City one year ago, there’s been one recurring wish I have for Birmingham and its many unique communities. I … Read more »
talking about BIRMINGHAM
Last night our house filled with voices and faces from around the Magic City as we embarked on a casual conversation about Birmingham-native Paul Hemphill’s … Read more »
a church (and a city), fifty years later
A few Sundays ago, I did my best to smooth down Sweet Pea’s unruly cowlick and had Boss press his *nice* shirt and pants. We went through … Read more »
worth a listen…
If you haven’t noticed already, scroll to the very bottom of the blog and keep up with DISCO’s Kickstarter project. I’m not even going to … Read more »
inspired on 1st avenue
Something caught my eye. I was moved to stop the car, get out and take in the “scenery” along 1st Avenue North (somewhere close to … Read more »
colorful highlights
Last Thursday evening Woodlawn was the place to be. Young professionals from all over the Magic City came out to YP Birmingham’s COLOR Your Birmingham … Read more »