Things To see and do in Pelham

June 2012
The Official Publication of the City of Pelham
M a g a z i n e
Things to
see and Do
in Pelham
Find out what fun things are
happening ths summer page 4
Flag Day
Celebration
Don't miss this annual ceremony honoring the
history and heritage of our nation's flag page 5
Calendar of Events page 12
PHS Seniors
Say Goodbye
Abby Forrester shares her experience
with this year's graduating class page 14
Beautification Awards page 20
Mayor’s Letter
Dear Friends,
Welcome to summer! I hope your summer is off to a good start. The beginning of
June allows the opportunity to slow down
just a bit and enjoy a break in our busy lives.
The Pelham High School Varsity Baseball Team had a great season with a record
of 36-5, were the Area 10 Champions and
went all the way to the State Play-Offs.
Congratulations to the team, the coaches
and parents. I attended many of the games
Mayor Don Murphy
throughout the year and can see the time
and dedication these young men have put into a sport they love. I look forward to supporting our Panthers in the next season!
The Exceptional Anglers hosted the “Gone Fishin' Not Just Wishin'” Fishing
Rodeo at Oak Mountain State Park. This year’s rodeo included lots of fish and
lots of smiles across the faces of the children. Thank you to our Police and
Fire Departments for their work and support of this fun event.
I would like to extend my thanks to our local businesses and our residents for
their donations and participation in the Philip Mahan Davis Memorial Golf Tournament in May. The tournament hosted 147 players and raised almost $18,000 for
the Foundation. Thank you again for honoring the memory of Ofc. Philip Davis.
These funds will be used to help other fallen first responders in Shelby County.
Oak Mountain State Park and the City of Pelham were home to the 2012
ITU World Championship XTERRA Challenge. Our city hosted visitors from
not only our state but from across the world for the two-day event which
included a Cross Triathlon, Mud Runs and Half/Full Trail Marathons.
I would like to recognize the hard work and accomplishments of the Pelham High School Class of 2012. This is a great time for them as they wrap up
M a g a z i n e
Mayor Murphy and Tracy Swinney at the Philip Davis Memorial Golf Tournament.
this part of their lives and head off towards their future. I have had the opportunity to meet several of our graduates and I am proud to say they represent
our schools, our city and their families well. I wish each of them the best of
luck as they continue on their life’s journey.
The Linda Nolen Learning Center Class of 2012 Awards Ceremony and Graduation is a pleasure to attend each year. The happiness on each child’s face as
they are recognized for their growth and accomplishments is immeasurable. I
wish each graduate continued success as they continue to learn and grow.
The Library is starting their Summer Reading Program for the children. This
year’s theme is “Dream Big”. It starts with a concert and ends with a carnival.
This program is part of the library’s Smart investing@your library program
sponsored by FINRA and ALA. Head over to the library and get signed up. Our
library offers many programs and classes throughout the summer and along
with books, games and movies our library has something for every person
in the family. Our Library Guild’s pancake breakfast fundraiser at Applebee’s
Restaurant was a big success and monies raised goes towards a scholarship
for a Pelham High School student.
This month our city and The Cahaba Valley Elks will celebrate Flag Day on
June 10th, at 3:00 pm at the Pelham Civic Complex. This is a great ceremony
to honor our flag, country and service men. Please come join us for this celebration, it is free to the public. I look forward to seeing you there.
Please remember there will be more children outside enjoying their break.
I encourage you be on the lookout as you are in neighborhoods and by parks.
Please keep our service people in your thoughts and prayers and have a safe
and happy summer!
Kindest regards,
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Councilman’s Letter
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Letter
Dear Pelham City Residents, Business Owners and School Officials
Pelham High School Teacher Jamie Stephenson has eight students that
qualified to compete at the International level in theater this summer at the
International Thespian Festival. These students have raised $2,000 to pay
their $3,400 to participate in the event. I encourage you to join with me
in mailing a tax deductible donation check payable to the Pelham Library
Guild, PO Box 1627, Pelham Al 35124 and write on the check for Pelham
HS Thespian Festival.
Several Pelham residents and many people from Hoover, Vestavia and
Mountain Brook have contacted me about the Civic Center Ice Operations.
Historically, the Civic Center has operated at a significant yearly loss. Mayor Murphy has been successful in reducing losses, but unless changes are
made, the Civic Center will continue to operate with significant losses to city
revenue. We can “bury our heads in the sand” and ignore the situation; say
that we need more study or that we do not need to do a piecemeal change,
go along with “a maintain the status quo” philosophy and wait until after the
next election, or we can assume a proactive position to improve services at a
more affordable expense.
My vision for the Civic Center was to “start talking to Professionals” and
treat city employees as I would want to be treated. Like other cities, the council should evaluate employee buyouts in all departments; implementing a hiring freeze; consolidation of duplicate administrative and financial functions,
duties. Associated with these evaluations is having a reduction in force plan
that addresses all employees in the city. If we use common sense leadership,
residents and city employees will benefit. A resolution which could address
my vision was presented to the council and failed for the lack of a second by
another council member. Such inaction on the part of the council is puzzling
since the Resolution was nonbinding and would have required future council
votes in order to go into effect. I want to recognize and thank Mayor Murphy
for his cooperation and willingness to support the resolution and explore issues that could improve service at a lower expense.
If the resolution had passed, we would have a platform for addressing
issues such as professional management for ice availability and other activities, collegiate team locker rooms construction, attracting events (sports,
meetings, expos, promoter events), hosting other civic center functions, improved concessions operations, and hosting community (county, city, civic,
education, etc.) functions. In addressing issues, we would need participation from the users (hockey, figure and other skating activities, advisory
ice committee, chamber of commerce, city officials and employees) of the
facility. One thing that successful leaders and organizations have in common
is that they never stop talking about an issue. If you are to the left and I am
to the right of an issue, we can get to the middle if we continue talking. You
should never, never quit talking about an issue. Hopefully, the council, city
employees, residents and ice proponents will realize that we stopped talking
at the last council meeting.
For the past 15 years, I have observed successful cities who continually
evaluate their departmental organization structure and management of municipal operations. We have an obligation to improve community services and
quality of life amenities to attract people and businesses to locate in Pelham
by doing similar evaluations. All efforts should be made to make Pelham a city
that will attract people and families with discretionary income to come here to
relocate, to live, raise a family and retire.
In the area of economic development, the council has an opportunity to
attract two major new businesses which I support. Delay of time is an enemy with any economic development project. Hopefully, the council will make
timely decisions.
Last night, I attended the PHS graduation. As the young women and men
who are to enter the military were recognized, I reflected upon the words of
The Star Spangled Banner lyrics, fourth stanza: And this be our motto: "In God
is our trust”. As a city, we have to make education our number one priority.
Economic development is education. In closing, I want to thank the many
people who have given me advice about city issues. And, I encourage your
continued recommendations.
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City News
Things to see and do
in pelham this summer
Summer vacation is here and so is the statement, “I’m bored!” Thankfully
Pelham has plenty to see and do until the school bell rings again. Below are
some of the many activities to keep everyone in the family active from sun up
to sun down.
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To honor our country’s flag and celebrate freedom, the City of Pelham
and the Cahaba Valley Elks Lodge No. 1738 invites everyone to their annual
Patriotic Flag Day Celebration on Sunday, June 10, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. at the
Pelham Civic Complex. This free event features live performances by the
313th U.S. Army Quintet Band, soloist Jeff Morris of Hunter Street Baptist
Church and The Crimson Pride Chorus.
Oak Mountain Amphitheatre has a full schedule of events for the young,
old and every age in between. The hit teen band and television show Big
Time Rush is headlining the Big Time Summer Tour on July 11th. For those
that love country music two big acts are heading to Pelham: Lady Antebellum on June 21st and Miranda Lambert July 14th. For the rockers out
there, you have two nights of music to rock out to. Kiss and Motley Crue
will perform on on July 31st and Journey on August 27th. Finally, jam band
Phish is making a stop in Pelham on August 24th. Admission varies. For
ticketing information, visit www.livenation.com and select Oak Mountain
Amphitheatre.
The Alabama Wildlife Center is located in the heart of Oak Mountain
State Park. The purpose of the center is the rehabilitation of wild birds and
the education of the public-at-large on issues pertaining to birds. The Treetop Nature Trail is a highlight of any visit. The trail is a wide boardwalk that
takes the visitor past the natural habitats of birds that have not been able to
return to the wild. Some of the birds that can be spotted are: Barred Owls,
Black Vultures, Red-tailed Hawks, Red-shouldered Hawks, Great Horned
Owls and more. Admission to the center is free but there is a park entrance
fee. Visit www.awrc.org for more information.
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The Pelham Public Library is gearing up for their annual Summer Reading Program. Registration for this summer event starts on May 29th and
goes through the month of July. The program will kick off at the Police and
Court building (located behind the library at 32 Philip Davis Street) on June
5th at 1 p.m. and will feature a concert by Mark Seymour of “BE-AT Your
Best.” Seymour will enthrall you with his upbeat drum show with drums
from around the world. There will also be daily events. Every Monday afternoon at 2 p.m. from June 11-July 23rd a different family movie will be
shown. On Tuesday and Saturdays there will be special programs ranging
from crafts to performances from special guests. Wednesday and Thursday will be story time for the little ones. See the calendar on page 12 for
complete details and start times. For registration information, please visit
www.pelhamlibrary.com.
The Pelham Civic Complex Ice Skating Rink offers a great way to exercise and play at the same time with daily public skating. Admission is just
$7 and skate rental is $2. Come on out and see how much fun it is to ice
skate! To view public skate times, visit www.pelhamciviccomplex.com
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Pelham Racquet Club will be offering their Junior Tennis Summer Camp this summer.
Ballantrae Golf Course will be offering their Junior Instructional Series
again this summer. The Pee Wee Age (7-11) will be June 11th-June 15th.
The next week will be for the Little Professionals Age (9-13) June 18thJune 22nd. The series ends with the Young Professionals Age (11-15)
from June 25th-June 29th. For more information, contact Hal Brown at
(205) 620-4653 or visit www.ballantraegolf.com
Pelham Racquet Club is again offering their Junior Tennis Summer
Camp for for all skill levels and ages 5 and up. There are four week-long
sessions during the weeks of June 4th, June 11th, July 9th and July 16th.
For more information, visit www.pelhamracquetclub.com
Stay up-to-date with all the events by visiting www.pelhamonline.com
and clicking “Bulletin Board.” You can also add your own event to share
with the community.
Philip Davis Golf Tournament
There was no shortage of teams waiting to play in this year’s Philip Mahan
Davis Memorial golf tournament hosted at Ballantrae. Thirty-six four-man
teams comprised of city and county law enforcement and personnel, local
business owners, educators and residents gathered together on a perfect
day for a little charity golf. “We’re just going to go out there and have fun,”
said Shelby County School Board Asst. Superintendent of Operations Tom
Ferguson. It was exactly what they did.
“I remember seeing a golfer dancing at the hole with a huge smile on his
face,” said Paula Davis, widow of Pelham’s fallen hero and head coordinator
of the event. “I still have a huge smile on my face too and can never thank the
sponsors and vendors enough for making this tournament a huge success.”
Just before the shotgun start, Mayor Don Murphy (the tournament’s
second-place finisher) addressed the golfers gathered at the club house:
“Giving of your time and money—we appreciate that. I really do appreciate
everybody that’s out here today.” In addition to the team registration fees
each paid to play, the golfers participated in a silent auction that raised additional funds for the foundation.
Paula was particularly appreciative for the efforts of everyone coming
together in memory of her late husband. “Thank you to everyone from the
Ballantrae Golf staff, volunteers and board members,” she said. She offered a
special thanks to Butch Byrd, Hal Brown, the golfers, and Lynn Roberson for
the catering. The event truly received all the support it could get.
In all, the tournament raised $17,712.40 to benefit the Philip Mahan Davis
Foundation, which Paula said provides support to survivors when a first
responder is killed or severely injured in the line of duty in the Shelby County
community. “This foundation provides emotional, financial and helpful assistance to the family members left behind.” The foundation is currently working
with the University of Alabama to establish an annual college scholarship in
Philip’s name to benefit a survivor’s family, and has big plans for future assistance and education endeavors. “There is not much support out there for
officers and families left behind,” Paula stated. “I feel that with losing Philip,
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he was such an advocate for education and training, that this foundation will
help me with my grief and help me cope with being left behind. Now I want
to help others and I feel happy doing this.”
To donate or learn more about the efforts of Philip Mahan Davis Foundation in your community, visit their website at www.officerphilipdavis.com.
Flag Day Celebration
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stand, by dividing we fall.” Standing together as Americans to honor those
who have lived and died to build our great nation is as important today as
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Election Day is
August 28, 2012
Below are details on the upcoming elections for the City of Pelham
Election Runoff Day: October 9, 2012
Voting Location: Pelham Civic Complex
Voting Hours: 7 am until 7 pm
Qualifying Period to Run for Office: July 3-17, 2012
Location to Qualify for Office: Pelham City Hall, 8 am until 5 pm
Qualify Fee: $ 50
Qualification:
1. 18 years of age or older.
2. Registered voter.
3. Must be a Pelham resident 90 days prior to the election.
Additional election information is located on the City of Pelham’s website
at pelhamonline.com under “Document Archives”.
Cahaba Valley Elks Lodge No. 1738 will host the 2012 Flag Day Celebration.
“The purpose of the event is to celebrate the American flag and all that it
represents, to promote patriotism in Pelham, and to enjoy a free event with
friends and family,” said Liz Bishop, one of the event’s organizers.
This FREE event will begin at 3:00 p.m. at the Pelham Civic Complex and
will feature a variety of informative entertainment, including: a presentation
of America’s historical flags, Pelham Fire Department’s Honor Guard parade
of military flags to recognize and memorialize our active and retired service
men and women, and special patriotic music provided by the 313th U.S.
Army Quintet Band, soloist Jeff Morris of Hunter Street Baptist Church, and
the Crimson Pride Chorus.
This year’s celebration will also feature special guests, including one who
will “present the P.O.W. flag that was held prisoner in a camp in Korea,” said
Liz. She is particularly excited about the flag retirement ceremony that will be
performed by Boy Scout Troop #5, saying it’s “one of the most important and
informative parts of our Flag Day Celebration.” She explained, “It is an experience that will never be forgotten. The entire group (in attendance) participates
with the Scouts and is instructed in the symbolic meaning of the process.” If
you have never seen a flag retirement ceremony performed, it is something
every American should not only see, but understand the reverence and respect
that goes into it. It is the kind of thing that will make you smile when you feel
a deep sense of pride for your country. God Bless America!
Super Drew Fundraiser
On March 26th, tragedy struck the community of Pelham when VIS 3rd grader
Drew Wyatt was hit by a truck while playing in Chandalar. After being airlifted to
Children’s Hospital, the initial prognosis was terrifying: “It went from the doctors
telling us he may not live, to them saying he would never walk again, to he may
have permanent brain damage,” said Drew’s mother, Paige Tortorich. But with an
outpouring of prayer and support from the community, Drew Wyatt walked out
of the hospital just 25 days after the accident.
During the time Drew was recovering, Paige made a post on Facebook calling
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Dinah McKinley teaches Drew Wyatt how to make a "Super Drew" bracelet as his
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Drew “Superman.” The moniker stuck and the kids in his class began calling
him “Super Drew”. Dinah McKinley, whose daughter Jessi was a classmate and
friend of Drew’s, was tremendously concerned about Drew and his family. Having spent many days working in the VIS office, Dinah said, “You’ll remember
certain kids because of their personality—Drew is one of those.”
Dinah began thinking about what she could do to help. Thanks to her oldest son, Brannon, she knew exactly what to do. Brannon had started his own
business last fall, The Knot Shoppe, where he made and sold parachute cord
survival bracelets. She decided it would be perfect to make survival bracelets
in the red, blue and yellow Superman color scheme. “Jessi made them for
[Drew’s] classmates, so they would remember to pray for him,” Dinah said.
Once a few kids had gotten them, other students, parents and teachers began clamoring to get one of their own. The sudden outcry of demand for the
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After Jessi made one special for Drew, they decided to charge $8 for each
“Super Drew” bracelet they made, with $5 from each going to the family.
The McKinley’s sold the bracelets everywhere—most of them at the school
and YMCA. Drew, whose complete recovery continues to go well, said, “The
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more in just a few months. “My personal goal for the fundraiser was to give
Drew’s family $500,” she said, “but we’ve gone way over that.”
“We had never met the McKinley’s before this,” Paige said, “so it was
just amazing.” Paige is still in awe of the support she has received from the
community—“Pelham has been amazing: the schools, the mayor, the first
responders…” And particularly, the new friends her family has made in the
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Fire Department Explorers
Tyler Payne with wife Madison Williamson Payne
Tyler Payne Receives Awards
Tyler Payne, a 2004 graduate of Pelham High School, graduated Marine Basic Training in Parris Island, SC on April 13, 2012. During his time on Parris Island, he was chosen as a squad leader over his platoon and was part of the 3rd
Battalion India Company. Tyler was awarded a certificate of excellence for his
performance on the physical fitness test and he scored a 298/300 on the combat fitness test. After a ten day leave at home, Tyler left for additional schooling
in North Carolina, Oklahoma, and finally California, before being stationed at a
permanent location. His MOS is Fire Direction and Control with artillery.
Tyler is married to Madison Williamson Payne of Pelham. He is the son of
Dana Payne of Helena and David Payne of Chelsea. His grandparents are Stan
and Barbara Lee and Willard and Lou Payne, all of Pelham.
Battalion Chief Pete Zekoff has been the point-man for the fire explorers
program since day one in September of 1999. “It’s amazing what has grown
since then,” he told the proud parents. Lieutenant Ricky King, one of the
program’s advisors, presented each member with an Excellence Award for
their hard work and dedication following a slide show of their performance
at the competition. After all of the accolades had been given, the explorers
led the crowd to the parking lot where they performed a “bunker drill”—a
demonstration of how quickly they can gear up in the complete fire suit and
be ready for a call.
“I’ve enjoyed this so much,” B.C. Zekoff said with enthusiasm. “We’ve
seen a lot of kids turn into young men through this program.” The fire explorers program is open to young men and women ages 14-20 who are
interested in learning about the fire service through hands-on practical and
classroom evaluations. One of the most exciting parts of the program comes
once training has been completed—explorers who have been in the program
for a while, like current member Chandler Rockett, have the opportunity to
ride along on calls and assist the fire fighters in their duties.
Bowling Tournament
The Alabama State Championship United States Bowling Congress tournament
was held at Vestavia Bowling Center in March 2012. There were over 700 participants between the ages of five and twenty-one over the course of three weeks.
Morgan J. Mullinax of Pelham bowled in the 11- to 12-year-old-girls class. Mullinax won 1st Place out of 64 entrants in the All-Events Handicap with a score of
2071. In January she participated in the Birmingham Youth City tournament at
Holiday Bessemer Bowl and finished 1st Place in doubles with Katie Keener with a
score of 1255. She also placed 2nd in the All-Events Handicap with a score of 1933
with a high game score of 171.
Katie Keener, Pro Bowler-Angela Nance and Morgan Mullinax
Fire Department Explorers
For a young man (or woman), having the opportunity to grow as a person while learning a vital trade in public service is invaluable. Whether or not
Pelham’s young fire explorers go on to careers in the fire service or related
entities is not what’s important (although many of them do); what matters is
the time spent learning valuable life skills while participating in the program.
Recently, the PFD held an awards night to recognize the efforts and achievements of the twelve-man explorer unit following participation in their first
competition. “These kids are an honor to you as parents,” said Billy Earnest, a
21-year-veteran of the PFD and father to one of the explorers, to the crowd of
parents seated in the room. The guys took on other fire explorer teams from
Birmingham, Mobile and even Texas, returning home to Pelham with a firstplace trophy and two third-place awards. “But they were only seconds away
from bringing more [trophies] home,” Billy continued.
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Gone Fishin’, Not Just Wishin’
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three-day Exceptional Anglers event Gone
Fishin’, Not Just Wishin’ where local special
needs students got the opportunity to fish with
event volunteers. Many members of the Pelham
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on the lake.
Pancake Breakfast
The Pelham Library Guild’s annual pancake
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Guild’s annual scholarship awarded to an
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Oaklyn Hills
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Calendar
Community
June 4 City Council Meeting, 7 p.m
June 10 Flag Day Celebration, 3 p.m.
The City of Pelham and the Cahaba Valley Elks Lodge #1738 will present this
special FREE Flag Day Program at the Pelha Civic Complex. The program will
include a presentation of America’s historical flags, an honor guard parade of
our military flags to recognize and memorialize our active and retired service
men and women, a flag retirement ceremony by Boy Scout Troop #5, and
special patriotic music. For this special event music will be provided by the
313th U.S. Army Quintet Band, soloist Jeff Morris of Hunter Street Baptist
Church and The Crimson Pride Chorus who will perform some of their best
barbershop songs. For large group seating and additional information, contact
Liz Bishop at 205-365-2268 or liz@lizbishop.com.
Senior Center
Mondays
Needlecraft 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Mah Jongg 12 p.m.-3 p.m.
Crafts 12:30 p.m.-3 p.m.
Exercise 12:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
June 18 City Council Meeting, 7 p.m
Tuesdays
School
Wednesdays
June 5 Valley Elementary school Registration Begins
New student registration is every Tuesday and Thursday in June and July from 8-11 a.m.
July 18 Valley Intermediate Registration
Art 10:30 p.m.-12:30 p.m. $5/month
Advanced Line Dancing 1-2 p.m.
Beginning Line Dancing 2-3 p.m.
Rummikub 1-3 p.m.
Reveille Men’s Coffee Club 10 a.m.
Bridge 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wii Bowling 11 a.m.
Exercise 12:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
Rummikub 1:00 p.m.-3 p.m.
Thursdays
Pelham New Pioneers 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
June 7th-Guest: Becky Brasher
“Grooving through the Sixties”
Covered Dish
June 14th-Guest: Julie Williams “A
Rare Titanic Story”
June 21st-Bingo
June 28th-Bingo
Mah Jongg/Rummikub 1 p.m.-3 p.m.
Fridays
Tai Chi 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Healthy Choices 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Exercise 12:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
Games 1 p.m.-3 p.m.
Bookworms June 29th,1:15-1:45 p.m.
Fourth grade registration will be on July 18 from 8-11 a.m., 5th grade will be on
July 18 from 1-3 p.m. and 3rd grade will be on July 19 from 8-11 a.m.
July 24 & 26 REgistration for PHS Juniors and Seniors
Registration for Juniors and Seniors will be July 24th and Freshman and Sophomores will be July 26.
July 25 Riverchase Middle School Registration
June 22 Wii Bowling Tournament, 10:30 a.m.
Pelham Senior Center will play Oaks on Parkwood at the
Pelham Senior Center.
Sixth grade begins 7:30 a.m., 7th begins and 9:30 a.m. and 8th begins 1:30 p.m.
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Adult Events
Special Events
Pelham Adult Summer Reading Program Begins June 1st
Children's Events
Movie Monday
A different family movie each Monday at 2 p.m., June 11-July 23
Special Programs
Fun performers, crafts, and other fun events each Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. and
Saturday at 10:30 a.m., June 12-July 21.
Storytime
Stories for babies, toddlers and preschoolers every Wednesday at 9:15 a.m.
and 10:30 a.m. and Thursday at 6:30 p.m., June 6-July 19.
Craft Time
Thursdays at 2:00 p.m., June 7-July 19. Please register.
Pelham Brick Brigade
LEGOs, Mega Blocks, and Duplos available for free play each Friday at 10:30
a.m., June 8-July 20.
Summer Reading Program
Summer Reading Kick-off Concert
Join us on June 5th at 1 p.m. in the Police Station Courtroom for an up-beat and
exciting drum concert featuring drums from around the world. Mark Seymour will
entertain as well as educate as he sings about books, libraries and money. You
won’t want to miss this fun concert for kids of all ages. Mr. Seymour draws a
crowd where ever he goes. Help us kick-off a great summer filled with fun. This
program is also part of the Library’s Smart investing@your library program
sponsored by FINRA and ALA. No registration required, but we encourage
registration in the Library’s Summer Reading Program. By registering in the
Summer Program children can earn prizes by reading books. Registration will
begin May 29th and will continue through July. Please no registrations during
the Kick-Off Concert. Registration will resume at 2:00 p.m. after the concert
June 5th. Call 620-6465 with questions.
Pelham Public Library invites everyone 18 and older to participate in the
7th annual Adult Summer Reading Program starting June 1st and running
through July 31st. When an adult checks out five or more books or audio
books at one time per visit (included are adult fiction, nonfiction books,
magazines and books on CD; excluded are juvenile and young adult material,
games, music, or movies.) an entry form may be entered in the drawing.
There is no limit to the number of entries one may enter. Exciting prizes will
be awarded to the lucky winners in early August. Please call the library at
620-6418 for more information.
Make a Splash with Teen Summer Reading!
The Teen Sizzling Summer Reading contest starts June 1st! Stop by the
library and enter the contest by checking out 5 teen fiction, non-fiction,
manga, graphic novels, comic books, or classics. Teens ages 11-18 can enter
as often as you like. Grand prizes will include a Nook from Barnes and Noble,
iPod, and additional prizes. Drawing will be held July 31st. Good luck!
Ongoing Events
Page Turners Book Club Mon. Jun. 18th 6:30 p.m.
The Page Turners Book Club usually meets on the third Monday of the month
at the Pelham Library for about an hour at 6:30 p.m. The selection for June
is One Dog Night by David Rosenfelt. Registration is not required. Please call
620-6418 for more information.
Free Faxes for Job Hunters
The Pelham Public Library is happy to announce that we now offer fax services to job hunters at no charge. If you need to fax your resume, please stop
by the library and let our staff help you. The new service applies to faxes to
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PHS Class of 2012 says
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by PHS Sophomore Abby Forrester
“Friday is my last day of high school…and I can’t wait!” Pelham High School
Senior, Shelby Friedman declared in creative writing. As graduation approaches
ever so swiftly for the graduating class of 2012, the opinions of many seniors
vary. Although some are ecstatic, others are sad to leave a school they’ve come
to love in their four years there. The valedictorian Sunny Chang said, “It’s bittersweet, because there are all these people you see every day and then after graduation you’ll never see them again except at maybe some reunion ten years later.”
The class of 2012 has gone through so much together during their years
together; including the death of Carson Sumpter. Sumpter battled cancer for a
year, and passed away in July of last year. He was an inspiration to everyone
who had the privilege of coming in contact with him. Andreia Bond said, “I
would have to say that the best memory of my high school career is when the
Carson Sumpter won the spirit stick at one of the pep rallies. Carson was a
huge impact in the senior class…and I think that is my favorite memory of high
school.” I met Carson my eighth grade year, and simply knowing him changed
me. I remember the first time he spoke
to me at band camp. Usually I was
scared of all these high-schoolers but
he was different, he was a welcoming
person and I know I’ll always remember him for that. The seniors will be missed, that’s for
sure. Even the underclassman are upset
that graduation is now here. Freshman
Kaitlyn Creel said, “I've loved getting
to know the class of 2012. I believe
they're going to do some very exciting
things and they're going to be a bright
contribution to the world. They've really
helped me a lot this year, and I hate to
see them go, but their lives are ahead of
them, and I am anxious for them to live
it! I wish them all the best!” Caps off to
Graduating Senior Sunny Chang
the class of 2012!
Pelham High School
Awards Day
Each spring, the PHS auditorium fills with the school’s top scholars, their
family and friends for a ceremony dedicated to recognizing student achievements. Awards Night 2012 was one of the biggest in recent years, as colleges
and organizations awarded over $4.8 million in scholarships to members of
the senior class. Pelham Public Library Director Barbara Roberts was pleased
to contribute to the total by presenting senior Alexandra Cochran with the
Library Guild’s annual scholarship.
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Hayden Hall accepting the 2012 Carson James Sumpter Scholarship.
The final presentation was emotional for everyone in the room, as the
Sumpter family took the stage to present the Carson James Sumpter Scholarship to a member of what would have been his own graduating class. Jim
stepped up to the podium, with his wife Jennifer and one of his daughters Madi
Schwarz behind him for support. He calmly, though not without difficulty, told
the crowd how Carson had loved both sports and music growing up, how he
had handled his battle with a rare bone cancer so bravely, and how he became
an inspiration to those who knew him well. “Carson is remembered most for
his passion of life, his patience to accomplish goals, and his smile,” his father
told the tearful audience.
The Sumpter’s started the annual $500 scholarship to reward a deserving
PHS student while also carrying on the legacy Carson left behind. The recipient
must meet the qualifications set by the Sumpter family: at least two years in
the marching band as a musician or visual ensemble member; a minimum 3.0
GPA; and be either majoring in music or dance or participating in a college band.
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Additionally, the senior must receive a non-band teacher recommendation and
complete an essay to receive the scholarship. “We have a scholarship committee
that helped choose the award,” Jim said. “Each person on the committee knew
Carson in a very different way and we felt they would be very objective.”
Hayden Hall was presented with the 2012 Carson James Sumpter Scholarship
and she accepted it amidst a standing ovation. Hayden plans to attend the University of Alabama this fall to major in dance. “Hayden has been dancing since 2003
and has earned many dance awards,” Jim noted. “She was also a great student…
[but] what separated Hayden from the other applicants was her essay.”
Pelham High School
Bass Team
There have always been a million ways for high school students to get involved
in a sport or club that suits their interests; but 2012 was the first year that PHS
students who loved to fish were able to compete with others who shared their
passion through a school-affiliated program. The PHS bass fishing team has had
an incredible first year under its founding coach Marc Howard, with one of the
two-men teams finishing 12th in the State Championships at Millers Ferry on May
5th. Sophomore Drew Wilson and Senior Billy Butler claimed the 12th place finish.
Earlier in the season, Freshman Tyler Howard and Sophomore Jordan Humphries
finished 8th in a big tournament on Pickwick Lake in Florence. Jordan’s mother,
Amanda Humphries, is proud of what the team has been able to accomplish in its
first year and is excited for future seasons. “We’ve all had so much fun with this,”
she said.
The bass fishing team is organized under the Alabama Student Anglers Bass
Fishing Association (ASABFA), which is in its third year as the official organization for such student clubs in the state. According to the ASABFA’s website, it’s
not just about fishing: “The Association’s program and activities are designed
to get our youth involved in character building, enhanced appreciation of the
natural recreational resources, and teach them responsibility and duty to their
team, their school, and their fellow anglers.” Putting this into practice, the
PHS team recently participated in the Exceptional Anglers Gone Fishin’, Not
Just Wishin’ event at Oak Mountain. The boys served as buddies for a special
needs child, showing them what to do and assisting as the children reeled
them in. “I think it was good for the boys to experience this,” said Jordan
Humphries father, Jason. One thing is certain, the smiles plastered on the
faces of both the kids and the PHS bass fishing team said it all. Everyone
seemed to be having a ball.
Congratulations to the members of the State Championship PHS bass fishing team: Freshmen Tyler Howard and Austin Dollar, Sophomores Jordan
Humphries, Drew Wilson, Austin Handley, Dalton Dewberry, Bailey Eason and
Clint Nicholson, Junior Chris White, and Senior Billy Butler.
Pelham Day of Pageants
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Young Miss at the Pelham Day of
Pageants March 10, 2012. Her best
friend, Addison Watts, was crowned
first alternate. Both girls are currently
in the fourth grade at Valley Intermediate School. Bella and Addison met each
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been best friends ever since. Both girls
love school and are very involved in the
community. Bella currently dances with
the Alabama Youth Ballet Company
through Grebel Dance and Addison is a
cheerleader for the Valley Intermediate
Pelham Panthers. Congratulations to
both girls.
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A beautiful expanse of green lawn conjures up images of summer picnics,
throwing a football or Frisbee, running barefooted through the sprinkler and
catching lightning bugs. To keep your turf healthy and looking its best during
the growing season, regular maintenance involving fertilization, watering,
mowing and cultivation is necessary.
Knowing when and how much fertilizer to apply is just as important as
knowing what type of warm season turfgrass you have. A soil test is recommended to determine what, if any, soil amendments need to be added to
adjust pH levels. Soil sample testing kits contain boxes for the sample, instructions for taking a proper sample, and information for shipping and paying. Test kits are available from your county extension office or garden center.
Typically, lawn fertilizers can be applied in the spring once the grass begins
to turn green, again in the middle of the summer, and in the fall about six weeks
before the average first frost date. Be sure to follow instructions on the label.
Our warm season turfgrasses need approximately 1 inch of water –
enough to soak the soil to a depth of 6 to 8 inches – once a week after they
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Beautification
If you would like to nominate a residential or commercial
property for the monthly Beautification Award, please
email Paula Holly at pholly@pelhamonline.com.
Type “Beautification Award” in the subject line.
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Commercial Winner
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Constantine and Barbara Zouboukos
Church of the Highlands
112 Kilberry Way
Riverchase Campus
As you weave down the serene, winding road through the Ballantrae
community you’ll see plenty of homes with perfectly manicured lawns,
many that would be worthy of receiving the beautification award; yet
there a select few that surpass the standards of an average, well-kept
lawn. 112 Kilberry Way in the Gleneagles subdivision is certainly one
of these. “We had several good nominees this month,” said Beautification Board President Maurice Mercer. “It was hard to choose, [but] this
home was chosen because of its contemporary look and style.” The
landscaping has it all: perfectly pruned trees and shrubs alongside the
house, an array of vividly-colored flora scattered about, and a stunning
green lawn.
The whimsical style is evident in the spiraled cedars that frame the
front windows and the numerous clay pots placed here and there. The
view from the front of the Zouboukos’ home is only accentuated by its
incredible view of the golf course’s famed Scottish-style castle by the
lake. The Zouboukos’ seem to understand that classy doesn’t necessarily mean boring. The landscaping is fun, yet perfectly matched to the
elegant home it surrounds. “From the freshly manicured shrubs to the
fresh blooming flowers, it is obvious how much time is spent in making
this such a worthy home,” Maurice concluded.
If you’ve spent any time driving Highway 261, then you’ve certainly seen June’s commercial beautification winner. Over the last
few years the property has undergone drastic beautification efforts,
adding color and style to the area with its flowers galore. The Riverchase campus of Church of the Highlands (COTH) opened its doors
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COTH when his time was done. “When he went to be with the Lord,
in early 2006, his wife contacted Pastor Chris [Hodges],” said Pastor Blake. The church was immediately taken under the umbrella of
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In January of this year, the expanded Riverchase campus became
fully operational and worship services moved into the brand new
auditorium. Regular services are each Sunday at 8:00, 9:30, 11:30
and 6:00 pm and the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm.
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Church of the Highlands - Riverchase
9013 Highway 261 | Sun. Morning Worship: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:15 a.m.
Campus Pastor: Blake Lindsey, 980-5577
Pelham Church of God
2100 Highway 52 East | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.
Pastor: Mitch Underwood, 664-0120
Crosscreek Baptist Church
600 Crosscreek Trail | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:00 a.m.
Pastor: Jay Kieve, 663-4886 | www.crosscreekbaptist.org
Pelham Church of God of Prophecy
3362 Pelham Pkwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.
Pastor: Krameon Martin, 620-9598
Crosslife Church
224 Commerce Parkway | Sunday Worship Gathering: 6 p.m.
Pastor: Tommy Conner, 965-3078
Riverchase Church of Christ
1868 Montgomery Highway | Sun. Morning Worship; 8:00 &10:30 a.m.
Minister: Dewayne Spivey, 988-5808
Crossway Baptist Fellowship
Pelham YMCA
Pastor: Fred Muse, 966-3327 | www.crosswaybaptistfellowship.org
RiverPoint Church
375 Bearden Road | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.
Pastor: Bobby Lewis, 621-0112
First Baptist Church - Pelham
2867 Pelham Pwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 8:00, 9:15, 10:45 a.m.
Pastor: Dr. Michael E. Shaw, 663-7492
Safe Harbor Church
3540 Pelham Pkwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.
Pastor: Luke Camara, 447-2214 | safeharboronline.org
Hope World Outreach Ministry
192 Chandalar Place Dr. | Pastor: Earl V. Gardner
Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m., Wed. Night Bible Study: 7 p.m.
Living Hope Baptist Church
419 Philippians Blvd | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.
Pastor: Clay Parrish, 664-0491
Kingdom Christian Center
2760 Pelham Pkwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.
Pastors: Jerry and Charla McClain, 637-3473 | kingdomchristiancenter.net
Sun View Baptist Church
Meets at Valley Intermediate School | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.
Pastor: Mark A. Boyd, 685-9447 | www.sunviewbaptist.com
Korean Presbyterian Church
7814 Helena Rd. | Sun. English Worship: 11:00 a.m.
Pastor: Rev. Steven Son, 982-1990
The Rock Church
3540 Pelham Pkwy (Safe Harbor Church Building) | Sun. Night Worship: 6 p.m.
Pastor: Steve Van Gieson, 383-7545 | rockofbirmingham.org
Lakeview Methodist of Pelham
5154 Highway 11 | Sun. Morning Worship: 8:15 & 10:30 a.m.
Pastor: Steve Strange, 663-3309
Lamb of God Charismatic Episcopal
2029 Valleydale Rd | Sun. Worship/Children’s Church: 10:00 a.m.
Pastor: Rev. Glenn E. Davis, 425-0991
Life Christian Fellowship
Meets at Shepherd’s Promise (Pelham Pkwy) | Sun. Celebration: 9:00 a.m.
Pastor: Bob Kuehner, 229-2832
Life Church
1449 Court Place | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:00 a.m.
Pastor: Rick Bishop, 663-1937
Master’s House Ministries Church on the Rock
135 Corporate Way | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:00 a.m.
Pastor: David Rogers, 620-0720
Oak Mountain Baptist Church
1805 Highway 35 | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.
Pastor: Dr. Wayne Williams, 663-3045
Oak Mountain Church of Christ
2054 Oak Mountain State Park Road | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:00 a.m.
Pastor: Robert Hutto, 663-6566
Oak Mountain Community Church (OMCC)
3135 Oak Mountain State Park Road I Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Pastor: Gene Brown, 663-7176 | www.oakmountaincc.com
Oak Mountain Independent Church
1475 Highway 35 | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.
Pastor: George Golden, 663-1927
Pelham Church of Christ
3405 Pelham Pkwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.
Minister: Dick Sztanyo, 663-7735
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Ballantrae
6 Holes.
$16.00.
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday through Friday after 6:00pm,
Ballantrae Golf Club will offer a 6 hole rate!
Stop by for a quick 6 holes after work.
For only $16 per player which includes cart,
it’s the best deal in Birmingham!
Call the golf shop at 205-620-GOLF (4653) to
book your 6:00 p.m. Tee Time.
Offer Ends Tuesday, August 31, 2012
www.ballantraegolf.com
One word: Amazing!
I have two children who attend
Shepherd's Promise, 4K and 3K. They
have been there for 3 years now. The
staff and teachers are wonderful and
the facility is very clean. My children
have loved every teacher from room
to room and they are still with the
majority of the kids they started with.
This shows what a wonderful center
it is. The curriculum is awesome and
all the extra's the center provides:
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parents night out, summer/fall
festivals, holiday parties, dance,
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Bring
in a copy
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you register and and we’ll give you $250
in tuition credit! This offer is limited to families
who haven’t been with us before and who sign
up and start with us soon! This offer will not
last long, so please act quickly to get
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your tuition credit! Other
of the most
restrictions apply. Please
important tools
call us to Þnd out
we use to equip the
more!
children we care for is our
proprietary “Developmental
Assessment.” This tool was designed
to provide our parents with a regular
report of academic and developmental
progress. While it’s fun to celebrate
milestones, it’s critical to monitor and
encourage progress. Our assessment was
carefully crafted using our state’s,
“Alabama Early Learning Guidelines”, input
from local kindergarten teachers and
principals, and the best information
available across the US. We prepare and
provide assessments every other month so
that you are aware, every step of the way,
where your child is on the way to success
in life! When do we start our assessment
process? With the youngest of our infants!
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children a “leg up” today.
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kids get ready for
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City of Pelham
PRSRT STD
U.S. Postage
Paid
PERMIT 230
PELHAM, AL
3162 Pelham Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
205-620-6400
www.pelhamonline.com
Mayor Don Murphy
cityhall@pelhamonline.com
Postal Patron
City Clerk Tom Seale
tom@pelhamonline.com
City Council
Teresa Nichols, Pres.
teresanichols@pelhamonline.com
Bill Meadows
billmeadows@pelhamonline.com
Steve Powell
stevepowell@pelhamonline.com
Karyl Rice
karylrice@pelhamonline.com
Ron Scott
ronscott@pelhamonline.com
Ballantrae Junior
Instructional Series
Pee Wee
Cost: $64
Ages: 7-11
Monday, June 11th – Friday, June 15th
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Little Professional
Cost: $64
Ages: 9-13
Monday, June 18th – Friday, June 22nd
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Young Professional
Cost $64
Ages: 11-15
Monday, June 25th – Friday, June 29th
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Instruction will be Provided By:
Hal Brown - PGA Head Golf Professional
Kyle Bachman - PGA Assistant Golf Professional
Ballantrae Golf Club invites juniors ages 7 – 15 to participate in the 2012
Junior Golf Instruction Series. PGA Professionals will be on hand to introduce
fun ways to learn the game of golf. Please contact Head Golf Professional
Hal Brown at (205)-620 4653, or email hbrown@pelhamonline.com for
more information. Registration deadline will be one week prior to each
clinic. A limited supply of junior golf clubs are available.
Please call in advance to reserve.