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Posted on November 5th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Coverage: Keep Calm & Larry On

Coverage: Keep Calm & Larry On

This week’s cover image is based on a British poster created at the outbreak of World War II.

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Posted on October 22nd, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Annette Gordon-Reed and The Hemingses of Monticello

Annette Gordon-Reed and The Hemingses of Monticello

In THE HEMINGSES OF MONTICELLO, Annette Gordon-Reed presents the institution of slavery through the eyes of enslaved people.

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Posted on October 21st, 2009 by Glenny Brock

An exhibition of heartbreak

An exhibition of heartbreak

On Saturday, Oct. 24, Omni Studio will be transformed into a one-of-a-kind “rejects gallery” when [...]

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Posted on October 16th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

First taste of Dodiyós

First taste of Dodiyós

Early exploration of the extensive Pan-Mediterranean menu at George Sarris’ new restaurant.

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Posted on October 15th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Fiesta celebrates Alabama’s Hispanic culture

Fiesta celebrates Alabama’s Hispanic culture

More than a Mexican festival, Fiesta showcases the culture of nearly 20 Latin American countries.

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Posted on October 15th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Taj India hosts annual Deepawali celebration

Taj India hosts annual Deepawali celebration

Celebrating Deepawali, the Indian festival of lights, has been a tradition at Taj India for 15 years.

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Posted on October 5th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Literally thinking of Figuratively Speaking

Literally thinking of Figuratively Speaking

Pop-up gallery: On Oct. 9 & 10, Filament Artists Studio will become an exhibition space for just two days, featuring new paintings by Michael Swann, J. Calton Watters & Celeste Laborde.

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Posted on September 24th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Sidewalk 2009: The Best of the Fest

Sidewalk 2009: The Best of the Fest

With nine venues located within Birmingham’s historic Theatre District (featuring the newly restored Alabama Theatre, a 2,200 seat movie palace built by Paramount in 1927), spontaneity and variety rule at Sidewalk.

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Posted on September 16th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Food dialogue and a FRESH film screening

Food dialogue and a FRESH film screening

Birmingham-Southern’s “Dialogue on Food,” scheduled for Sept. 22-24 on the BSC campus, will include a screening of the powerful documentary FRESH.

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Posted on September 13th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

A preview of Equality Weekend 2009

A preview of Equality Weekend 2009

Equality Alabama hosts keynote speaker Rep. John Lewis for Equality Weekend 2009.

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Posted on September 11th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Artwalk A-to-Z

Artwalk A-to-Z

With more than 100 artists in 50 downtown venues, Birmingham never feels more like an actual city than during Artwalk.

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Posted on September 10th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Let the Games Begin at Studio By the Tracks

Let the Games Begin at Studio By the Tracks

Attention football fans: The fall exhibition at Studio By the Tracks has a sports theme!

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Posted on August 31st, 2009 by Glenny Brock

The Birmingham Tapes on CD

The Birmingham Tapes on CD

No question, the highlight of my Monday was the receipt of an advance copy of [...]

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Posted on August 28th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Birmingham Museum of Art opens African-American art gallery

Birmingham Museum of Art opens African-American art gallery

Time was, Tuesday was “Negro day” at the Birmingham Museum of Art — Wednesday to [...]

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Posted on August 20th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Highlights of the 2009 Stokin’ the Fire BBQ & Music Festival

Highlights of the 2009 Stokin’ the Fire BBQ & Music Festival

“Because barbecue is connected so strongly to place, it has always inspired a certain amount [...]

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Posted on August 12th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

New public health scholarship honors the legacy of Billy R. Cox

New public health scholarship honors the legacy of Billy R. Cox

“Billy Cox was very front-burner.”
“Billy was a magnet.”
“Billy was a leader.”
“His finesse made everyone comfortable, [...]

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Posted on August 12th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

20 questions for comedian Scott James Meyer

20 questions for comedian Scott James Meyer

The biggest surprise in the results of a Google search for Scott James Meyer is [...]

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Posted on August 5th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Pass 4 Paws tailgating cook-off

Pass 4 Paws tailgating cook-off

On Sunday, Aug. 9, Dave’s Pub will host a tailgating cook-off and Fantasy Football event [...]

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Posted on July 31st, 2009 by Glenny Brock

“Freedom’s Sisters” highlights unsung heroines of the Civil Rights movement

“Freedom’s Sisters” highlights unsung heroines of the Civil Rights movement

Last fall, as part of the UAB Writers’ Series, Birmingham-born Sonia Sanchez gave a reading at the [...]

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Posted on July 14th, 2009 by Glenny Brock

Sworn Enemies CD Release party at Bottletree

Sworn Enemies CD Release party at Bottletree

The idea of a tater famine doesn’t sound pretty, but the sound of Tater Famine, the [...]

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WEEKLY PICKS: do more now

Weekly Tweets

  • @blakebritton Patrick Cooper's twitter appears to be @PatCoop but he hasn't tweeted since June. #bham 1 day ago
  • Patrick Cooper is running for Mayor of Birmingham, has a three-point plan. Not "Let's Do Something." http://bit.ly/42EgLb 1 day ago
  • Story and Video: Smitherman terminates Langford chief of staff http://bit.ly/3VoUQS 1 day ago
  • Smitherman names Kevin Moore interim chief of staff. #bham 1 day ago
  • Presser over. 1 day ago
  • Says he's committed to the city. Ready to work hard, etc. Smitherman talking. Paepcke asks if any charges pressed against Bowie. No. #bham 1 day ago
  • But seriously folks, Mr. Moore last worked in Parks and Rec. He seems calm. Says this is a very important time for the city. #bham 1 day ago
  • He last worked in the Parks and Rec. dept, possibly under Leslie Knope. If you don't get it, google it. #bham 1 day ago
  • Moore has been associated with city hall in #bham for 14 years. Says there's a lot of work to be done. Going to work with budget and finance 1 day ago
  • Smitherman hopes to have proposals on how to fix the budget shortfall by Tuesday, says Moore is working through the weekend. #bham 1 day ago
  • Everyone is subject to review, smitherman says. #bham 1 day ago
  • Smitherman says she's been interviewing the Mayor's staff individually to find out who knew what about budget. #bham 1 day ago
  • More updates...

War on Dumb

The aftermath of Larry Langford 

The aftermath of Larry Langford 

Last week’s verdict established Larry Langford’s guilt, but it will be a long time before we’re done settling all his unanswered questions. 

Upon Further Review

Dear (New) Mayor, Let’s talk sports…

Dear (New) Mayor, Let’s talk sports…

Whoever emerges from the special election in December holding my city’s mantle of leadership inherits a sports scene that is in the direst of straits.

Column

The Ballad of Federal Gaol

The Ballad of Federal Gaol

A poem about an ex-mayor & a prisoner-to-be.

Film

Paranormal Activity yields big scares

Paranormal Activity yields big scares

Paranormal Activity builds scares out of shadows, loud noises and anticipation.

Small World Cartoons

Not My President

Not My President

When “your man” didn’t become President, what did you say?

Suburban Legends

Batdance

Batdance

Some thoughts on the end of society