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5 iconic barbecue joints you need to visit in Birmingham
What’s the best way to celebrate National Barbecue Month? If you live in Birmingham, we’re pretty sure you know. The city is packed with places that serve delectable ‘cue, from pulled pork to brisket to the yummiest chicken. Folks in the metro area are quick to praise their favorite barbecue spots, including restaurants that put twists on traditional fare in mouthwatering ways. (Pork ‘n’ greens from Saw’s, anyone?)
This Place in Gardendale Offers a Taste of Home
Gardendale's Our Place is a neighborhood favorite, known for its warm ambiance and mouthwatering handmade cuisine. This family-run restaurant serves a range of cuisine to suit diverse tastes, including vegetarian alternatives, whether you're looking for comfort food or just a fast bite. The reviews emphasize the restaurant's exceptional bond with its customers, as well as its reliable quality and amiable service.
This place in Alabaster offers a taste of Southern comfort
Chick-fil-A in Alabaster is well known for its delicious breakfast and wide range of menu options that suit different palates. Customers especially like the restaurant's breakfast menu, which offers a selection of chicken-based dishes and traditional breakfast fare.
Officials cut ribbon at Oak Mountain State Park Campground after extensive renovation
Under the shade of Oak Mountain State Park’s new campground activity pavilion, a congregation of government officials, civic leaders and state parks personnel convened for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting on the morning of Saturday, May 18. The post Officials cut ribbon at Oak Mountain State Park Campground after extensive renovation appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Comeback Town: Something funny going on in Birmingham
Today’s guest columnist is Rebecca Rothman. Some things are so far-fetched you can’t make them up. I’m a happily married mom of two well-adjusted teenagers. I work in finance. I volunteer at my temple, host Shabbat dinners, and drive carpool to Girl Scouts. I am a practical person!
Helena Public Library to host summer reading program
To encourage students to keep reading, the library is offering prizes for the cumulative number of books read over time. The post Helena Public Library to host summer reading program appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Bonsai: how tiny trees make big problems smaller
There’s something about growing bonsai trees that makes big problems seem smaller. “That tree to me is not just a lone tree; it’s connected to all the other trees in the world,” said Wayne Atkinson, a member of the Alabama Bonsai Society. “Everything’s interconnected. Whenever I work on a tree it’s like a meditation. You distance yourself from the hectic part of the world.”
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