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Come down and help the Birmingham Barons break in their new digs in 2013 with the opening of Regions Field. Watch the Barons in their chase for the Southern League crown. Coming up in May, they will host the Chattanooga Lookouts, Montgomery Biscuits and Tennessee Smokies. Tickets are available for the 2013 season, including single games or 6, 12, 18 or... [Read more...]

Over 200 beers from 70 countries will be the main attraction at the 7th annual Magic City Brewfest this spring in Birmingham. Sloss Furnaces will host the festival, brought to you by Free the Hops, on Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1. Though the brews will be the highlight, there will also be plenty of great food and live music to entertain. Friday... [Read more...]

When you think about how to decorate your apartment, how much consideration do you give to its corners? Probably not much. Yet you can gain extra space or liven up a room by utilizing its corners. Here are some tips for decorating corners. Turn a corner near a window into a tropical space. Place one or a couple of tall plants, along with some shorter plants,... [Read more...]

Wall hangings can make or break a room’s décor. A large painting can tie a room’s design together; photographs can add an element of visual conversation to a space---that is, if you do them right. Poorly-hung wall artwork can throw off a space, so learn how to avoid that. Here are some tips on how to hang pictures and other wall art. Many people hang... [Read more...]

Mingling with people in a social environment is important, because social interaction is proven to lower stress levels and can even add years to your life! If you have been a recluse as of late and want to meet up with friends, plan a day out at the Bob Sykes BBQ and Blues Festival. This festival commences on June 1 from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and as the 4th... [Read more...]

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