Mystics of Mountain Brook
The Halloween parade has always been one of my favorite events of the town! I used to watch it from city hall’s balcony–a good viewing station–but then migrated to the front row. The last two years, I have been part of the parade on The WitchCraft float, which is sponsored by Craft’s on Church Street. It is so much fun to dress up as a witch and hand out candy to all the adorable children.
Mountain Brook Creamery
When I was growing up in Mountain Brook, my father, who had a particular sweet tooth, would take us there on Sunday evenings. It was then known as Baskin-Robins and was located where Etc. is now. The creamery had student desks as chairs lined around the windows. As I started my own family, I carried on the tradition.
Irondale Furnace
I grew up on a street in Mountain Brook that was right next to Shades Creek. As children, my friends and I used to cross the creek and hunt for cannonballs at what we called “the old cannonball factory.” I don’t think I ever found one. This is now correctly identified as the Irondale Furnace and has one of the most wonderful walking trails. Pictured is a shot taken by local photographer Rachel Callahan with Picture Birmingham.
Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church
I have been a member of Saint Luke’s since birth, and as an adult, I have come to love the early evening Sunday service. During the pandemic, all services were held in the pavilion outside, and I enjoyed listening to the music and the service and the sounds of nature and city life. The church also has a labyrinth in its side garden that I find so very peaceful and tranquil to walk.
Mountain Brook City Council
Mountain Brook has the best city hall! All are welcome by our wonderful city manager Sam Gaston and his fabulous assistant Janet Forbes. I enjoy the work I do as a city council member and all those with whom I work. I wish more residents would come to our meetings, not just when they have an issue. We all benefit from more involvement.
