SANTA, SIP HERE HOW A NEW COCKTAIL BAR BRINGS UNITY TO HOOVER PAGE 8
SMALL BUT MIGHTY: LOCAL GIFTS MAKE A BIG IMPRESSION PAGE 10
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EDITOR’S NOTE
Dear Friends, Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa—and more. The holiday season is all about coming together with family, friends, loved ones and members of our own community.
Here in Hoover, we come from all walks of life. Between us, we’ll have something meaningful to celebrate together from now until the New Year.
Encountering life together is a key reason Hoover resident Trice Green opened Sticks ‘n Stones Cocktail Bar; to give us a place where neighbors can share ups, downs and encouragement with one another (page 8).
This time of year offers tangible ways for us to lift each other up, too. From sharing meals and giving thoughtful gifts (pages 24, 10) to giving back through local non-profits so others can lead better lives (page 20), there are many ways we can support each other while enjoying Hoover this holiday season!
Happy Reading,
Kim Cripps Editor
ABOUT THE COVER
Sticks ‘n Stones Cocktail Bar serves appetizers, entrees, desserts and handcrafted cocktails with an upscale vibe at their Knox Square location.
Cover photo by Allison Carpenter
Enjoy Hoover is your guide to dining, entertainment, and shopping in Hoover, Alabama’s sixth largest city. From major events like the SEC Baseball Tournament, the World Games, and the Regions Tradition, to local live music, to hidden gems in local shopping, to the world-class lineup of restaurants, Hoover has tons to offer to residents, guests, and visitors alike.
Enjoy Hoover is published six times a year, a joint venture between David Cohen of the Hoover Restaurant Alliance, Matthew Allen of JBMC Media, and Mitzi Eaker of Mitzi Jane Media. These three longtime Hoover residents blend a passion for their community with years of experience in communication, publishing, marketing, and hospitality.
Copies of this magazine are available at more than 100 locations throughout Hoover. Connect with us through our social media channels: Instagram (@EnjoyHoover) and Facebook (@EnjoyHoover). Visit us online at EnjoyHoover.com.
We hope you Enjoy Hoover!
KIM CRIPPS, editor kimcripps@gmail.com
DAVID COHEN, co-publisher (205) 213-3617/enjoyhoover@gmail.com
MATTHEW ALLEN, co-publisher (205) 883-1877/matthew@jbmcmedia.com
Hoover’s suburban cocktail bar with a downtown vibe
Locally sourced stocking stuffers and tiny holiday treasures
Students lead a winter-break digital detox
A sneak peek at youth sports and our latest publication
Non-profits inspiring us to give back
Hoover’s
Sticks ‘n Stones Cocktail Bar
BY KIM CRIPPS
STICKS AND STONES may break my bones, but words can never hurt me—a familiar saying that inspired the name of Trice Green’s new cocktail bar at Knox Square in Hoover, a suburban location with a downtown vibe.
“I wanted to create a place that could be a gathering spot for everyone,” shared Trice. “A reprieve from everything that is thrown at us in our lives and a place where we share what we are going through.”
And that’s exactly what’s happening.
At the upscale bar, stories are shared and friendships formed over handcrafted drinks and freshly prepared small plates. Trice recalls two strangers-turnedcompanions who came in seeking refuge.
“They sat near each other at the bar and ended up lifting each other up and became friends. Now they meet regularly,” he said. “That’s the purpose of Sticks ‘n Stones, and it happens a lot.”
While the cocktail bar officially opened in July 2025, its vision was born in 2020. Trice and his wife, Lynnie Harrison Green, enjoyed date nights in downtown Birmingham. But the commute was tiring. Mix in the COVID-19 pandemic, and Trice realized it was time to bring his dream to life.
Attention to detail isn’t lost on the small plates, like this hummus bowl, complete with fresh vegetables and topped with crunchy roasted chickpeas.
PHOTOS COURTESY OF STICKS ‘N STONES COCKTAIL BAR
He and Lynnie set their sights on bringing something special to the Hoover community, something with a big city feel that could positively contribute to the area, both financially and through encouraging neighborly relationships.
“The pandemic was a trying time for our nation and the world. I could see this divide happen in real time and wanted to do something to help bring people together,” Trice shared.
His research showed that bars continued to do well during COVID because they gave people an outlet and a place to come together.
With hands-on support from Lynnie and his business partner, Sticks ‘n Stones Cocktail Bar was born. Lynnie took the lead, spearheading the vision and heavily contributing to the design—including the stunning wood accents, bar top, and trim sourced from a single black walnut tree on an Alabama farm.
It’s details like this that Trice hopes can make the experience personable and memorable for everyone who walks through his doors.
“Think of all the things we go through in life as people,” he reflected. “We all walk on the same grounds, just at different times. Stick’s ‘n Stones is a place where we can all share our experiences and help each other get through dayto-day life. We can build community, unity and connection through food and conversation.”
Stick ‘n Stones is located in Knox Square at 5282 Elsie Road. Hours are Tuesday and Wednesday from 4-9:30 p.m., Thursday from 4-10:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 4-11 p.m., and Sunday Brunch from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Every other Thursday, local jazz musicians perform their own original works from 6-8 p.m.
A FALL FAVORITE
All the cocktails on the menu are named for people or places within Sticks ‘n Stones' local community. A Knox Square Margarita or Abington Cocktail, anyone?
This season, try The Grayson, a pecan old-fashioned named for Grayson Construction, which built Sticks ‘n Stones. Trice says, “It’s perfect for the fall.”
PERFECT FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Stick ‘n Stones brings people together in their main bar, dining room, two couch and lounge areas, and an available private room.
The venue can seat up to 64, with an overall capacity of 100 guests. Their private room is available for rent and accommodates 12, featuring a sliding barn door for added privacy.
To book a private event, go to sticksnstoneshvr.com/private-events.
Lead Bartender Chloe Vann batches her own syrups to bring each handcrafted cocktail to life with the help of bartender Diana Ringo.
Shop SMALL
Stocking Stuffers from Local Businesses
BY KIM CRIPPS
LEGEND HAS IT that the tradition of Christmas stockings began when a good Samaritan tossed a bag of gold into a poor family’s home during the Christmas season. The gold landed in a pair of the daughter’s stockings, which were hanging by the fireplace to dry.
Knowing the very first stockings were filled with gold, today’s stockings deserve to be more than an afterthought.
So, we shopped small—literally—to find some of the best tiny treasures for (almost) anyone on your list. These clever gifts from local Hoover businesses are guaranteed to fit in your stocking, and may be the most loved gifts of the morning!
GIVE THANKS, NOT TEXTS: Digital Reset Challenge
BY TALLY DETTLING
SPAIN PARK HIGH SCHOOL juniors, Dallas Lewis (DECA President and Alabama’s first-ever DECA International Career Development Conference first-place champion) and Isaac Eaker (Spain Park DECA’s Vice President of Leadership), are launching a Digital Reset initiative in Hoover, Alabama. Both boys hope this project will help teens manage recreational screen time, an issue they believe is quietly damaging teens’ focus, relationships, and mental health. Enjoy Hoover recently had the opportunity to learn more about this timely project and the students behind it.
EJ: Can you start by telling me a little bit about your initiative and how it came to be?
EAKER: Dallas and I sat down together to brainstorm and decided we wanted to do something that would make Hoover a better city. We both identified screen
time overuse as a real problem, tough to manage, even in our own lives. I began noticing people around me at school, restaurants, everywhere really—who weren't actually communicating. Our generation feels connected through our
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PHOTO COURTESY OF DALLAS LEWIS
Digital Reset Developers, Dallas Lewis and Isaac Eaker, are both Juniors at Spain Park High School and members of DECA.
phones, but I believe we are more disconnected than ever. We want our peers to rediscover that life beyond the screen is richer and better.
LEWIS: National studies show teens spend an average of more than 7 hours a day on recreational screen use, not including schoolwork. With Alabama’s new FOCUS Act banning phones during school hours, many students are struggling to manage screen habits outside the classroom. Digital Reset aims to close that gap by equipping students, parents, and educators with tools to find a healthier balance.
EH: Okay, so it’s an initiative, but how will you implement it in the real world?
EAKER: We hope readers will check out our website, digitalresetinitiative.org. We’ve included educational tools such as a Digital Reset Guide and parent workshops, as well as community engagement activities. We will spark community involvement through social media campaigns and local partnerships with area businesses. The initiative’s mission is to help Hoover teens reclaim thousands of hours from their phones, replacing that time with activities that strengthen focus, friendships and
mental health.
LEWIS: Our goal is not just to limit phone use, but to encourage students to rediscover joy in offline life. Digital Reset will provide students with a practical guide on how to make healthier digital choices.
EJ: What has the student reaction at Spain Park been like in relation to the new law banning cellphones in schools?
LEWIS: I think it is a good thing for both the students and teachers. I feel like students are more engaged in class and talking to each other and learning, but I feel there's a lot of resentment towards it, and students are not very happy about it. There's a kid at our own high school who started a petition to get phones back in schools in Alabama and already has over 10,000 signatures.
EH: What would you say to the Hoover community in hopes of encouraging them to participate in the Digital Reset?
EAKER & LEWIS: Whether it’s around the Thanksgiving table or by the Christmas tree, the greatest gift you can give your family is your full attention. For one holiday gathering, make it a tradition to set phones aside and focus on sharing stories, laughs and gratitude.
FOLLOW THE DIGITAL RESET INITIATIVE
Visit digitalresetinitiative.org or follow @digitalreset_initiative on Instagram for more information, including the Digital Reset Guide, offline engagement ideas and upcoming events.
Healthy in Hoover
Youth Sports: Where Healthy Habits Begin
BY KIM CRIPPS
THIS FALL, Enjoy Hoover released a special publication called Healthy in Hoover. Here is a sneak peek at how even our youngest residents can benefit from the city’s robust health and wellness scene.
Erin Colbough believes in the benefits of youth sports. As the parks and recreation director for the City of Hoover, she’s seen firsthand how affordable, accessible community programs – like athletic teams – enrich the lives of their participants in many ways.
The National Institute of Health supports her experience, citing that there are numerous benefits for children and adolescents who participate in
The City of Hoover's Youth Sports program offers accessible and affordable athletic teams for ages 3 through grade 12.
sports, which “span multiple domains, including physical, physiological, and social development.”
The City of Hoover’s youth sports, under the Parks and Recreation Department, offers skills development beginning at age 3 and team sports for grades K-12.
The Start Smart program, which began in 2010, is specifically designed for ages 3-6. Young players learn how to be a teammate and get to practice the basic mental and physical skills needed for basketball, soccer, T-ball, or tennis. At this age, all necessary equipment and uniforms are provided or included in the
PHOTOS COURTESY OF CITY OF HOOVER
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
There are many opportunities for children to get involved in youth sports through the City of Hoover’s Parks and Recreation Department. In pre-K, boys and girls can begin honing their skills, while kinder-garten through high school students can enjoy the camaraderie and community of belonging to a competitive team.
registration fee.
Older players appreciate the camaraderie and sense of belonging that come with being part of a competitive team – and a safe and encouraging space to try a new skill or sport.
Aspiring and young athletes enjoy physical activity, while also getting to know other kids and parents who are outside of their school or neighborhood, shared Erin. And while some plan to continue their sports journey in high school and beyond, others join in simply for this social aspect.
“What makes Hoover’s recreational sports teams special is that our volunteer coaches are committed to instilling good values in their players,” said Erin. “They are positive adult influences, encouraging in ways that mom and dad sometimes can’t.”
Erin added that because families come in all shapes and sizes, coaches can offer a male or female presence at practice that may not be present in the home.
“Our goal is to unite, serve and enrich,” she said. “Youth sports is an important way we can positively influence our young residents, uniting the community by providing enriching opportunities to serve everyone.”
For more information and to register, go to hooveralabama.gov/389/YouthSports.
YEAR ROUND
Start Smart Sports Development Program
Open to boys and girls ages 3-6
Parents and children attend hourlong classes weekly for five weeks. By practicing together, parents and children spend quality time together. Parents also learn how to best teach and support their children in sports.
Basketball - January and February
Soccer - March and April
T-Ball - April and May
Tennis - September and October
WINTER SPORTS
Basketball
Open to boys and girls in grades K-12. Requires registration and player evaluation. Registration is open in the fall, and practice and games are in the winter.
FALL SPORTS
Flag Football
Open to boys and girls in grades K-8. Requires registration and player evaluation. Registration is open in the summer, and practice and games are in the fall.
Youth Volleyball
Open to girls in grades 4-12. Requires registration and player evaluation. Registration is open in the summer, and practice and games are in the fall.
A group of children pose with new presents at Papa J's Workshop. Papa J's will take place again this year, and the Grace Klein community encourages anyone to volunteer or sponsor a family.
Ways to Spread Holiday Joy
BY ABBY TURNER
THE END OF 2025 is fast-approaching, which means so are the holidays. A time of love, reflection, festivities, and generosity. We often forget that we can be generous by just showing up, but it’s true. This year, if you’re able, consider lending a hand and giving back to the city of Hoover, the city that loves you back.
GRACE KLEIN COMMUNITY - PAPA J’S WORKSHOP
Grace Klein Community, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing relief for disadvantaged and underprivileged, holds an annual workshop that directly
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COURTESY OF GRACE KLEIN COMMUNITY
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767 Shades Mountain Plaza between Benchmark Physical Therapy and Sampson Dentistry
Strength, cardio, metabolic conditioning, athletic training, and more
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helps struggling families fund Christmas gifts for their children. During the holidays, families in need can fill out an application to be sponsored and volunteer families are able to give what they can. There are always more applications than volunteers, and if you or anyone you know is able, please consider sponsoring a family to help them give their child or children an unforgettable Holiday season.
A volunteer distributes canned goods at Papa J's Workshop. Everything at this event is free to those invited to attend, thanks to the generosity of the Grace Klein Community and its volunteers.
The families that are not able to be sponsored within that year are invited to Papa J’s Workshop at Asbury United Methodist Church, where there are toys, clothing, food, and essential items to be taken home for free. There is also a children’s area during the event where mothers or fathers can leave their kids while they collect the things they need. Last year, through both sponsorships and Papa J’s Workshop, over 1,000 children were given a fond Christmas memory that they wouldn’t have had otherwise.
GRACE KLEIN
“During a time when we were feeling the weight of financial struggles, we received an unexpected gift of joy and hope. We were generously provided with toys for our children. The joy on their faces as they unwrapped those gifts was priceless. Alongside the toys, we also received much-needed household supplies, which made our daily lives easier. The act of kindness not only alleviated our immediate needs but also reminded us of the spirit of giving and community. We are incredibly grateful for the support and love shown to us by our sponsor. Their generosity truly made our Christmas brighter, and we feel blessed to be part of such a caring community.”
GARRETT FAMILY
Grace Klein looks for volunteers year-round, so if you ever find yourself able, please email info@gracekleincommunity.com or visit gracekleincommunity.com/ volunteer/ to make a difference.
HO HO HOOVER - HOOVER HELPS
Ho Ho Hoover, an annual fundraiser held by Hoover Helps, will take place in December again this year! Proceeds from this event will go to children within the Hoover City Schools system who may struggle to have their needs met in the absence of school meals around the holidays. According to the Hoover Helps website, there are 1 in 4 children in Alabama and 1 in 6 children in Jefferson County that are food insecure, and donating to Hoover Helps or attending their events can directly help kids in need. Tickets for Ho Ho Hoover can be purchased from hooverhelps.org when they become available, and the exact date for Ho Ho Hoover will be available in the coming weeks.
HOOVER FIRE DEPARTMENT TOY DRIVE
Annually, the Hoover Fire Department, alongside other Fire Departments in the area, accepts toy donations to be given to the children of deployed soldiers on Christmas Eve. This effort is coordinated by the Alabama National
Guard. All Hoover Fire stations participate, and ask that you bring new, unwrapped toys to your nearest station at your convenience. This will begin in early November and last through mid-December. Help them make a kid’s dreams come true like they have been doing for over 20 years!
SALVATION ARMY’S ANGEL TREE PROGRAM
The Salvation Army, an international organization that provides food, shelter, and financial aid to people in need, annually holds a “Gifts For Kids Angel Tree Program.” According to their website, this program provides a way for anyone to donate Christmas gifts to foster children and children in need throughout the holiday season. You can purchase gifts directly or make a financial donation to The Salvation Army Greater Birmingham Area Command. Donations will be used to buy clothing, toys, and gifts for children participating in the Angel Tree program. To learn more information, please visit the Salvation Army website.
Volunteers with the Grace Klein Community stand at tables as attendants of Papa J's Workshop choose their items. There is a separate area where kids can play while their parents select what they need.
From fine dining to catering, every dish reflects his expertise honed at places like Commander's Palace and Hot & Hot Fish Club.
Turkey Talk
BY CARMEN BROWN PHOTOS COURTESY OF SHELBY ADAMS
Thanksgiving Tips from Hoover’s Iron Chef Shelby Adams
MOUNTAIN BROOK native Shelby Adams grew up believing he would follow his father, grandfather, and sister into the medical field, but in his sophomore year of college, his path took a definitive turn toward the kitchen.
“I was going to Baylor when I moved into a place that had a kitchen,” Adams said. “My mom was the Executive Foods Editor at Southern Living, and I went home one weekend and asked her for lessons. I joke that I wanted to be my dad, but I ended up becoming my mom.”
Adams attended the Scottsdale Culinary Institute and trained at Commander's Palace in New Orleans. He got his first job at Hot & Hot Fish Club when he was 19.
Since then, he has worked at highly praised restaurants such as Bottega and Highlands Bar & Grill. For 10 years, he owned Icing on the Cookie in Homewood until he and his wife started a family. That’s when he had the idea to start a local restaurant, Hometown Fare, in 2020. Here, he puts his own creative touch on comfort dishes, like braised chicken with seasonal, local ingredients.
“My wife had a child, and then we found out we had twins on the way, so we moved to Ross Bridge. They had just started construction, and there was only one restaurant, so we knew we needed something there.”
Now with the holidays approaching, Adams is in high demand and is often asked for tips on holiday meal prepping. Enjoy Hoover asked him for his thoughts on preparing the best turkey.
“My personal favorite is fried turkey. My father fries a turkey every year and gives it a Cajun injection,” Adams said. “Fried or smoked is always best.”
Another preparation method is sous vide, a French term meaning “under pressure.” Sous
All smiles even under pressure! The "Hoover Iron Chef" in his element.
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vide allows for safe cooking at lower temperatures than traditional roasting, as longer cooking times help pasteurize the meat. Turkey is typically divided into breasts, legs and thighs and placed into vacuum-sealable bags with salt, pepper and herbs to keep water from entering.
“Think of it like soaking in a hot tub,” he said. “You want to loosen all of the muscles up to get it as tender and juicy as possible.”
Adams emphasizes that proper holiday planning is essential for a stress-free experience. His biggest
warnings are against common mistakes when preparing a turkey.
“A turkey takes two days to thaw,” he said. “Also, over-cooking it to the point where it’s dry is another big mistake.”
Adams said planning ahead is also key.
“Think about what keeps well, what will reheat the best, and start with that on Monday,” he said. “Then do two things on Tuesday and two things on Wednesday.”
Adams said it is also important to be mindful of guests who may have dietary restrictions. Websites like veganfoodandliving. com and delish.com are good resources for finding vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes. When the main event is over, Adams has favorite ways to repurpose leftovers, including turkey and dumplings, turkey pot pie, and turkey vegetable soup.
His personal preferred holiday sides are sweet potato casserole, mac and cheese, and maple-roasted Brussels sprouts, but his only real requirement for the perfect holiday meal?
“Sharing great food with the ones you love,” he said.
Those interested in having Adams handle the cooking can contact Hometown Fare for private dinners and holiday catering. Hometown Fare is located at 3623 Market Street, Suite 101 in the Ross Bridge. For more information, call (205) 957-6460 or email info@hometownfarerb.com.
This is where the magic happens. Chef Adams putting his "creative touch on comfort dishes."
Lighting the Way: Celebrating Chanukah
BY KYLE FOSHEE
MUSHKA WEINBAUM program director with Chabad of Alabama, helps bring Jewish traditions and celebrations to communities across the state. In our conversation, she shared insights into the origins of Hoover’s Menorah Lighting and the enduring significance of Chanukah’s message of light.
Q: What is the story behind Chanukah?
A: Chanukah is the story of the Maccabees, a small band of Jewish priests who fought for their religious freedom. They triumphed over the Greek army, even though it was much greater and more advanced. After the victory and rededicating the Temple, a tiny amount of oil, enough for one day, burned for eight.
Q: How would you describe it to someone who doesn’t know?
A: Chanukah is the power of light over darkness, especially in the winter when it gets dark so early. We remember that when we see darkness, we don’t fight it with knives. We fight it with extra light. With Chanukah, every night we add one more candle, constantly increasing the light.
Q: How did the Hoover Menorah lighting begin?
A: We started at the Summit about 11 years ago. Ever since, other communities have wanted to join in and hold menorah lightings of their own. Vestavia was the first, and then we asked Hoover. Amanda Borden, director of the Hoover Public Library, helped us find the right location. She’s amazing. She pulls it all together. It’s a great location, and she made it all work out, so we started there. Last year was our second year doing it. We were so grateful to the mayor and so many city dignitaries who joined us!
Q: What makes Hoover’s celebration unique?
A: Hoover always puts on an amazing showing. A lot of different cultures and religions come to see the menorah lighting and hear the universal message of religious freedom. Last year, because of timing (Chanukah and Christmas clashed a bit on the calendar), we ended up doing a day carnival where kids could come, watch a movie in the library theater and do Chanukah activities. It was very sweet. And then we lit the menorah after that.
The 2025 Menorah Lighting is Dec. 17 at 5:00 p.m. at the Hoover Public Library.
PHOTO BY MUSHKA WEINBAUM
J. Dory Curtis, MD | Erika Issis-Vasha, PA-C
Patrick Rowan, MD | Scott Seibert, MD | Jay Fitts, MD
Around Hoover
Members of Hoover High School’s Varsity Buccanette dance team cheer on runners at the BHM 26.2 Marathon, benefiting Magic Moments.
PHOTO BY ALICIA WILBANKS
BY KIM CRIPPS
Robert Taylor of Gardendale Metal Arts won the Best in Show Award at the 62nd Annual Bluff Park Art Show.
PHOTO COURTESY OF BLUFF PARK ART ASSOCIATION
Hundreds attended the 16th annual Head Over Teal 5k and 10K races at The Preserve. The proceeds benefit the Laura Crandall Brown Foundation and help provide GYN cancer programs to women, patients and caregivers.
NOVEMBER
November 1-2: Moss Rock Festival. Hoover
Metropolitan Complex; Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm; Sunday, 10 am-4 pm. This one-of-a-kind, outdoor fall weekend welcomes thousands of visitors annually to explore nature, art + design and smart living. Grab friends and family and join us for the eco-creative 19th year, plus MRF’s favorite signature events! mossrockfestival.com
November 5: Bluff Park 8k and Kids 1k. Bluff Park United Methodist Church; 7:30 am. The Bluff Park 8K highlights running at one of the highest points in Birmingham as the course rolls through the heart of Bluff Park, including
historic Park Avenue. All registrants receive a t-shirt and post-race breakfast. Strollers and leashed dogs welcome. Register at runsignup. com/bluffpark8k.
November 20-22: Market Noel. The Finley Center; Nov. 20, 10 am-8 pm; Nov. 21, 10 am-6 pm; Nov. 22, 9 am-5 pm. Market Noel, presented by The Junior League of Birmingham, brings together more than 100 unique and diverse vendors from across the country for a four-day shopping event. Special events include Preview Noel, JLB Hearts Birmingham, Milk and Cookies with Santa and Brunch with the Big Guy. marketnoel.net
PHOTOS BY DORIS MOODY AND LLOYD BEARD
DECEMBER
PHOTO BY LANCE SHORES
December 2: City of Hoover Christmas Tree Lighting. Hoover City Hall; 6 pm. The Hoover Christmas Tree Lighting will be an evening filled with festive cheer as the high band and choir perform holiday tunes. Santa will make his entrance on a fire truck and light refreshments will be available.
December 6: Bluff Park 8k and Kids 1k. Bluff Park United Methodist Church; 7:30 am. The Bluff Park 8K highlights running at one of the highest points in Birmingham as the course rolls through the heart of Bluff Park, including historic Park Avenue. All registrants receive a t-shirt and post-race breakfast. Strollers and leashed dogs welcome. Register at runsignup.com/bluffpark8k.
December 6: Bluff Park Christmas Parade. Shades Cliff Pool; 10 am. Starting at Shades Cliff Pool, this beloved community parade winds through Bluff Park. Enthusiastic children and local groups ride on floats towed by trucks and tractors, often tossing candy and treats to the crowd. Join in the fun with music, a float contest and plenty of familyfriendly activities!
December 6-7: Winter Wonderland Market. Riverchase Galleria; Saturday, 11 am-8 pm; Sunday 12 pm-6 pm. Join us for a magical winter weekend filled with festive cheer, cozy seasonal treats and perfect gifts for every occasion. From handmade crafts to holidayinspired treasures, this is the event you won’t want to miss.hometownvendormarket.com
December 6-7: Hoover Helps VIP Cocktail Party & Ho Ho Hoover Open House. Hoover Randall Home and Gardens; Dec. 6, 7 pm-11 pm; Dec. 7, 2 pm-5 pm. The Hoover Helps VIP Cocktail Party includes a Wine Pull, Bling Tree and a silent auction. Tickets are $55 per person. The Ho Ho Hoover Open House is an afternoon of holiday fun with Santa, hot chocolate, sweets, samples from local restaurants and performances from Hoover and Spain Park high school students. Tickets are $10 and children under 12 are free! For tickets, visit hooverhelps.org.
December 17: Menorah Lighting. Hoover Public Library, 5 pm. Celebrate the Festival of Lights with a community menorah lighting, featuring music, treats and family fun as residents come together to mark the start of Hanukkah.
December 24: The Santa Run. Neighborhood throughout Hoover. The Santa Run, an annual tradition held by the Hoover Fire Department, takes place on Christmas Eve! Santa parades around town in a fire truck to nearly every street in the city before it’s time to put the kids to bed. The schedule will be released close to Christmas Eve at hooverfire.org.
