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The Allure of Alabama Authors
Learn why one Yankee has made a career of reviewing Alabama authors, and read some of Birmingham's youngest writers.
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Creative Writing
Birmingham students find writing inspiration and encouragement outside the classroom. July 2010
Edible Reading
Chef Emeril Lagasse's new cookbook teaches readers to cook locally. July 2010
Poetry,
a mystery and a memoir for your summer reading July 2010
A Walk Through Their Worlds
Artists John DeMotte and Philip E. Griffith find inspiration in the everyday July 2010
Island Style
This season's hottest trends will outfit you for a nautical adventure. July 2010
Creating Conversation
A downtown gallery spurs discussion through visual arts June 2010
Choosing Happiness
Sometimes, a self-help book really does offer advice worth noticing. June 2010
What to Wear when they Wed
Use a wedding's time and location to help you choose the perfect ensemble. June 2010
Stitching Together a Story
Leaving Gee’s Bend is a tale of family, culture and determination. May 2010
Four Books to Carry You Around the World
By Susan Swagler May 2010
An Artistic Outlook
The Birmingham Biennial Competition invites artists to explore cultural issues. May 2010
In the Garden
Switch Hitter
Whether with a paintbrush, guitar or computer, Claire Cormany finds a creative outlet. April 2010
Simple Silhouettes
Keeping it Simple
In his latest book, Michael Pollan encourages sensible eating. April 2010
April Currents
What to read and what to listen to now. April 2010
Interpretative Landscapes
Drew Galloway’s paintings are inspired by the place where water meets land. March 2010
Going down fighting
Courtroom to Cocktails
March Currents
What to read and what to listen to now. March 2010
Spread the Literary Love
Whether through conversation or reading to a class of kids, there are many ways to share books. March 2010
Trivial Pursuits
Resolutions. To do lists. Countdowns. Best of. February 2010
pretty in pink
Use a little color to bring Valentine’s Day into your life. February 2010
february book reviews
Picks to begin your literary year. February 2010
february currents
What to read and what to listen to now. February 2010
abstract environments
Sculptor Randy Gachet comments on the natural world through his use of industrial materials. February 2010
the dating game
With shifting cultural norms and new technology, the way we meet and mate is always changing. February 2010
bundled beauties
Dancers for the Alabama Ballet stay cozy in this season’s outerwear. February 2010
book picks
Four picks to begin your literary year. January 2010
a year of literary promise
Southern Voices 2010 will make it easy to read broadly. January 2010
Turn Up The Heat
The thermostat’s not the only way to stay warm this winter. January 2010
Currents
What to read and listen to now. January 2010
John Douglas Powers
Myths, culture and life experiences create meaning in this artist’s kinetic sculptures. January 2010
Star Power
Color Me Birmingham
Charles Buchanan’s woodblock prints vividly portray the magic behind the motto. December 2009
A Gift that Lasts
Whether you’re giving to an individual or a non-profit, give the gift of reading. December 2009
