Beautification Board Winners and Updates – January & February 2024

January 1, 2024By Alabaster Connection

Beautification Board Winners   Residential Winner—January 210 Timber Ridge Circle The January Beautification Board winner is the home of Allan and Tavie Brown. Plantings include Crepe Myrtles, Nandinas, variegated Liriope, and Boxwoods. The manicured lawn and shrubs add softness and color to the home’s stone exterior. “We are so excited to receive the beautification award,” says … Read More

Alabaster For Tomorrow: Unordinary Life

January 1, 2024By Alabaster Connection

By Brandon Matthews Steve Jobs once said in what is now one of the most famous quotes, “The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.” As we begin this brand-new year, I can’t think but ask the question “How crazy are you?” What in your … Read More

A Man of Many Talents: Dr. John Myrick

January 1, 2024By Alabaster Connection

John Myrick has been a distinguished member of the Alabaster Board of Education since its beginnings in 2012. His wealth of experience and expertise in the fields of education, music, and science and his contributions to the Alabaster community have been both influential and commendable. His commitment to excellence has made him a respected figure … Read More

Councilor Corner – Looking Forward To 2024

January 1, 2024By Alabaster Connection

As we look forward to the new year and all that’s planned for 2024, we asked the Alabaster City Council to reflect on the year that was and talk about what they’re most looking forward to. Councilors were asked about the things they were most proud of from 2023, project or events they were looking … Read More

Words of Wisdom from Alabaster’s Teen Council

October 26, 2023By Alabaster Connection

As the first semester of school ends, some of the members of the Alabaster Teen Council share their ideas for making the school year the best it can be. Making High School the Best it can Be In high school, teenagers get a chance to establish their independence and navigate their education, friendships, and more. … Read More

The Library is Celebrating the Holidays

October 26, 2023By Alabaster Connection

Silent Auction You are cordially invited to the Friends of the Library’s Silent Auction at the Albert L. Scott Library in the Nan Abbott Room on Sunday, December 3 from 2-4 p.m. Bidding will begin at 2 and end at 3:30. Winners will be announced by 4 p.m. Winners are not required to be present to … Read More

BUSA: Alabaster Expands Soccer in Shelby County

October 26, 2023By Alabaster Connection

By Barry Wise Smith As the movie says, “If you build it, they will come.” And in Alabaster, Birmingham United Soccer Association (BUSA) is building a successful soccer program in partnership with the city and Shelby County. The BUSA Alabaster program started in 2019 with a partnership between BUSA and Shelby County, the Alabaster schools, … Read More

The Story of Sisters CANcervive

October 25, 2023By Alabaster Connection

These strong women give up their time to support each other and many others through an annual consignment sale. In 2016, Taliesha Cash, the founder and Executive Director of Sisters CANcervive, received the news that no one wants to hear when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Cash chose a naturopathic path for her treatments … Read More

Meet Councilor Kerri Pate

October 25, 2023By Alabaster Connection

Kerri Pate, Ward 7 Alabaster Connection: Here at the end of the year, what are you most proud of in terms of your Council service, and what do you still want to see happen before the end of the year? Kerri Pate: Wow, I can’t believe it is already the end of 2023! Although this … Read More

Alabaster City News – November and December 2023

October 25, 2023By Alabaster Connection

=  Do you get nervous when asked to speak in public? Whether you’re called upon to give a business presentation, propose a toast, or be at your best in a job interview, confidence is needed. Join the Circle of Champions Toastmasters on the First and Third Mondays (except holidays) at 6:45 p.m. Use this QR … Read More