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Pelham Student Wins National Essay Contest page 7

Have You Experienced It? page 4

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Mayor’s LetterDear Friends,

It is hard to believe that fall is already It is hard to believe that fall is already upon us. Our city has been busy during upon us. Our city has been busy during the last month, and there are many the last month, and there are many things to look forward to during the things to look forward to during the remaining months of the year. The remaining months of the year. The Alabama State Fair once again chose Alabama State Fair once again chose Pelham to be the host city for this great Pelham to be the host city for this great attraction. Our residents and many guests enjoyed the fair and the opportu-nity to spend an evening out as families and friends. The Taste of Shelby County also chose Pelham as the host city of their annual event, and Heart of Dixie Harley Davidson provided a great backdrop in which to sample the variety of restaurants, wineries and caterers that are located in our county.

The ice is up in the main arena and we are ready for all the ice skating enthusiasts to come out for lessons or a fun afternoon. Stop by for a game of the Bama Frozen Tide as they start another great season at the Pelham Civic Center. Football season is in full swing for our youth football league, the Riv-erchase Panthers, and the Pelham Panthers. In addition to supporting your favorite college team, come out and support our local boys as they develop the skills and techniques needed to have a stellar season. These games are a great way to show our community support to the players and build friend-ships with fellow fans. For the price of admission, you get a game, a halftime show, and the feeling of being part of the community. I think it’s a pretty good value in today’s economic climate.

This month many of our children will be celebrating Halloween. Please take extra caution while out on the 31st so that all of our princesses, fairies, goblins, superheroes and other fun Halloween characters can have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Construction has begun on Bearden Road from the bridge through the ball park to HWY 31; these sidewalks are a good improvement for our city. The goal is to link some of our city through sidewalks and walking trails. Through these enhancements we will be able to connect HWY119, Oak Mountain State Park and Ball Park Road, thus providing walkers, hikers and cyclists with options for mobility around town.

Fun Go Holler, Pelham City and Coker Parks recently received the approval of a $23,334.00 grant for upgrades and renovations through the Land and Water Conservation Fund. This grant will enable Fun Go Holler and Coker Parks to upgrade their picnic facilities along with the renovation of the tennis courts at Pelham City Park.

Looking ahead, Santa will make his Pelham debut at the Annual Tree Lighting Event at the Civic Complex on Monday, November 29th and will then make his rounds about town on Christmas Eve. I look forward to seeing you at this annual event as our community rings in the holiday season.

May God continue to bless you, your families, and our service people.

Kindest Regards,

Don Murphy

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On July 30th Governor Bob riley recognized Army soldiers, spouses and families at the Alabama Capitol for their services and sacrifices for our country and state. The

soldiers were selected by the United States Army reserve, Fort Jackson Sc. these included soldiers and families from Alabaster who participated in the event. Since

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councilman’s Letter

As the community of Pelham continues to discuss the Pelham Reading As the community of Pelham continues to discuss the Pelham Reading Readiness Initiative, it appears that we need more community conversaReadiness Initiative, it appears that we need more community conversa-tions before we can go forward with full implementation of the currently tions before we can go forward with full implementation of the currently proposed program. I would like to take this opportunity to again lay out the proposed program. I would like to take this opportunity to again lay out the need and the issues.

At the heart of the initiative is the need to support the schools in Pelham At the heart of the initiative is the need to support the schools in Pelham to maintain a competitive edge over surrounding communities. As families to maintain a competitive edge over surrounding communities. As families choose where they want to live and to raise their children, they look at choose where they want to live and to raise their children, they look at school data, cost of real estate, and community resources. It behooves city school data, cost of real estate, and community resources. It behooves city leaders to be pro-active in supporting local schools. The quality of local schools affects the cost of real estate. Those affect the tax base of a com-munity and its ability to provide community resources.

The city of Pelham has a long history of supporting its community schools. Much of that support has been to its athletic programs. The council has reached into the city’s reserves to fund the high school football field artificial turf ($1+ million) and more recently, the high school band uniforms. Last budget year, the city council required that the yearly $120,000 donated to the schools in our city be spent on academic pro-grams. This was an initial step in our vision of a commitment to strong academic support for our schools.

I urge you to visit the Alabama State Department of Education Account-ability Data website http://www.alsde.edu/Accountability/preAccountability.asp to view the current academic status of our Pelham schools. You will find that in spite of our teachers working their hearts out, our outcome data is not exemplary. And that is what we want—exemplary outcome data. There is a need to reach out to families before their children enter school.

The Pelham Reading Readiness Initiative began as a collaborative effort with the United Way and the Pelham Library to bring the Success by 6 preschool program to all Pelham Daycare Centers as well as a comple-ment component in the city library. The goal was to provide, through our daycare centers, our library, and Valley Elementary School Kindergarten, access to critical reading readiness experiences for all our city’s four-year-old children. This effort aimed at reaching parents of four year olds to partner with them to ensure that their children get to Kindergarten ready to learn to read.

There has been input from city residents regarding the program. SupThere has been input from city residents regarding the program. Sup-port is evident but opposition to the initiative cites that it isn’t truly a part of port is evident but opposition to the initiative cites that it isn’t truly a part of “city essential services.” I want you to know that our efforts will continue “city essential services.” I want you to know that our efforts will continue to support our city’s children to experience academic success, but it is to support our city’s children to experience academic success, but it is obvious that as a community, we are not ready to implement this program obvious that as a community, we are not ready to implement this program as it is proposed right now. The United Way has committed to put the pro-gram into two classes at Shepherd’s Promise daycare center this year at no cost to the city. This will give us opportunity to see the program in place and give us as a community more information as we make a decision to fund a city-wide effort. In the meantime, we will explore a plan to provide some reading readiness activities for all our four and five year olds through our library with existing library personnel.

As a city’s schools go, so goes the city. If we do not consider support-ing our schools “essential services,” we err. Without good, competitive schools, a city deteriorates. A systemic effort to support reading success in schools is the most comprehensive, effective educational effort that ex-ists.

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Recently I was spending the day with my 4 year old twin granddaughters, Recently I was spending the day with my 4 year old twin granddaughters, and when I asked what they would like to do, they responded with gusto, and when I asked what they would like to do, they responded with gusto, “Go to your library and get books and a movie!” Now, we have often visited “Go to your library and get books and a movie!” Now, we have often visited the library in their home community, and I have to tell you Mountain Brook’s the library in their home community, and I have to tell you Mountain Brook’s Emmet O’Neal Library is pretty impressive. Also, I have at least a hundred Emmet O’Neal Library is pretty impressive. Also, I have at least a hundred books for children at my house, not to mention every “princess” or Barbie or books for children at my house, not to mention every “princess” or Barbie or Disney DVD they could request. So why do they look so forward to visiting the Disney DVD they could request. So why do they look so forward to visiting the Pelham Library? Could be, it’s because Mary, the children’s librarian, always Pelham Library? Could be, it’s because Mary, the children’s librarian, always knows exactly where Pinkalicious is located, or perhaps they recall making the knows exactly where Pinkalicious is located, or perhaps they recall making the gingerbread house last Christmas with Anna and Maylene. Regardless of the specifics, those 4 year old girls reminded me that the Pelham Library with its excellent and caring staff is a place that caters with total professionalism to its users.

I have been a consistent library user for the 17 years that I have been a Pelham resident, but I have to credit my husband, Bill, with garnering within me a true appreciation for our library. When he became a council member, he was assigned as library liaison. Right away, he realized what a great library our community has, (one of Alabama’s Blue Ribbon Award winning libraries), and

he concluded that as good as it was, it can be better. And after attending events there, he saw that it certainly wasn’t big enough. So, recalling the success his cousin had had in form-ing a library friends’ organization in her home town, he approached Library Director, Barbara Roberts, with the idea of organizing such a group in Pelham. Then they re-

cruited me and Paula Sutton along with other devoted friends of the library, and in April of 2009, the Pelham Library Guild hosted its first gathering. We ended the evening with over 30 members, and in our second year we have increased that number to over 50.

The objectives of our non-profit, tax exempt organization are simple but lofty. First, we want to attract as many residents as possible to take advantage of the resources, activities, and special programs our library and the skilled, dedicated staff offer. Also, we serve as advocates for financial and promotional support, serving as a continual reminder of the library’s importance to our community. Of all the excellent facilities Pelham offers its citizens, the Pelham Library serves the highest number (12,217 residents, 59% of the population, hold library cards), the widest age range, and the most ethnically and socio-ec-onomically diverse group of Pelham residents. Thus the Guild’s main purpose is to be certain that our library can meet the demands that our 20,000 + popu-lation will require—not only books, but also all the audio, video, electronic and technological resources as well as educational and entertaining activities and special programs that our community requires. Our Guild members have great visions; however, to fulfill our objectives, we must have revenue to augment the funding that our city provides for the library. In addition to membership fees, we depend on donations, and grants for revenue. The Guild currently has 2 grants being reviewed for approval. With the education of our children being a top priority to our membership, the Guild’s plans for the immediate future

include offering a $2,500 college scholarship to a Pelham senior attending Pelinclude offering a $2,500 college scholarship to a Pelham senior attending Pel-ham High School. And for our elementary school students, we want to work ham High School. And for our elementary school students, we want to work with the Council and the library to put in place a reading initiative program for with the Council and the library to put in place a reading initiative program for pre-schoolers in our area. Plus, our organization has met with an architect and pre-schoolers in our area. Plus, our organization has met with an architect and is seriously working toward providing Pelham residents with a new library that is seriously working toward providing Pelham residents with a new library that will offer the technological advances, the resources, and the square footage to accommodate the needs of, and provide service to Pelham residents.

To help us realize our goals, our organization has established a physical and vocal “presence” in the community: Representatives of the Guild attend City Council meetings to follow policies and actions that affect the library; the Guild hosted 4 events for the state wide Big Read campaign; we also hosted a Gover-nor Candidates’ Forum that gave area residents an opportunity to hear from Dr. Bentley and Mr. Sparks early on in the race. In addition, individual members, including Mayor Murphy, volunteer at schools and events throughout the com-munity, and serve on a regular scheduled basis as volunteers at the library. In all our efforts over the past year, our membership has contributed over 1200 hours of volunteer service to the Pelham community.

We invite everyone to contact us to learn more about our organization, to make a donation, and to join us in our efforts. Since our budget does not include funding for an office, we use the library as a headquarters, and a Guild member is almost always on hand if you need to contact us. Visit us there, or for information, call Barbara Roberts at (205)620-6419 or email us at brob-erts@pelhamonline.com.

As you can tell, I am proud to be a part of this dynamic group in our com-munity, and after having gone on-and-on about various aspects of our Guild, I can quite simply sum it up in these few words: We do small things with enormous heart.

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The staff at Pelham Public Library wants their community to know that their sole purpose is to meet your needs. “Libraries are public service organizations,” Director Barbara Roberts says. “As such, the most important thing that the staff at this library can ever do is to make every single person who comes through the doors feel that their needs are important.” The focus is on service, she says, and has led to a staff considered one of the most well-trained in the state. This library is a trend-setter for change and innovation, and was one of the first to offer public access computers in the 1980’s.

Ms. Roberts didn’t choose librarianship. It chose her. “I never thought I would be a librarian and did not pursue that course… One opportunity seemed to follow another and looking back now I see that being a librarian has been the perfect choice for me.” She has served as Pelham’s Director for 25 years, with 31 years in the industry. In 2005, Ms. Roberts achieved a goal she’d set 17 years earlier when the library received the coveted Blue Ribbon award, the highest recognition pos-sible. This honor has been awarded to only seven other public libraries in the state. In 2008, Ms. Roberts received a Distinguished Service Award from the Alabama Library Association.

New acquisitions are impacted by space restrictions, but Ms. Roberts intends to maintain the library’s reputation as a front runner while they work towards expansion. “The future is technology,” she says, “and this library will maximize the space we have by using every technological innovation available.” Initiatives include off-site programming, and funding partnerships with other organizations and agencies. If funding allows, she hopes to add downloadable audio and e-books, and enhance patrons’ ability to locate helpful information on the internet via the library’s computer system.

Dave Smith, Adult Services Coordinator, shares Ms. Roberts’ views about the importance of technology to public libraries, and feels it should remain a focus. Mr. Smith has been a librarian for over 12 years. He came to librarianship out of a love for reading and helping others. Pelham Public Library, he says, was the chance of a lifetime. “The focus is on service while making sure that the atmosphere is friendly and welcoming.”

Mr. Smith is proud of the facility’s adult department, which offers the latest and best fiction, non-fiction, movies and music, and their ability to assist patrons in

navigating the ever-changing world of computers. “It changes rapidly and can be hard for people to catch up,” he says. “The library offers free Wi-fi, and computer classes... We help people with online employment applications, resumes, home-work assignments, sending emails, proctoring online tests, etc. The library is one of the few places that anyone can get help with their computer problems free of charge.”

The library is a center of cultural development as well. Among the programs offered are classes on gardening, crafts, decorating, yoga, camping, author visits, digital photography, knitting and tai chi.

Children’s Services Supervisor Mary Campbell believes in the importance of reading and developing young minds, and credits these values with leading her to librarianship. “As a children’s librarian, I could help instill a passion for reading in children and help ensure that they are given the best chance at succeeding in school. Reading ability is a big indicator of how well they will do in the future,” she says. She is pleased with the programs that allow her to do just that. “One way the Pelham Library is different is the level of commitment to early literacy. We have hosted Early Literacy Workshops and Reading Intervention programming.” The de-partment offers four weekly storytimes, and has a diverse collection of books at all reading levels to encourage independent activity. The summer reading program is especially popular, with over 25,000 items checked out last summer. They hope to enjoy similar success by partnering with Valley Elementary on their 800-participant wide Reading Rodeo program.

“One of our goals is for every child in Pelham to have a library card, says Ms. Campbell. “That is one gift that will keep giving throughout their lives, and it is one that is absolutely free!” She also wants to encourage a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. “We are not ‘shushers,” she says. “Kids are boisterous, energetic be-ings. We offer puzzles and puppets…as well as two computers loaded with games.” The library was the first to offer Saturday storytime, and have hosted living chess matches, tea parties, carnivals, Lego building, Wii tournaments and book clubs.

Up next? The brand new Pelham Brick Brigade, a Lego club, on October 5th from 3:30 -4:30 p.m. for kids 12 and younger. A Halloween Carnival will be held October 23rd from 2:00 -3:00 p.m. Brunch with Santa and Gingerbread Houses are also in the works for December.

The library is geared toward public service, but in the end it’s not just the patrons who benefit. “Working in a library is all about appreciating stories,” Ms. Roberts says. “There are the stories of the literature in the materials we circulate but more importantly are the stories of the people who come through our doors every day. Where else but in a library could you have the opportunity to work with preschool children, teenagers, the elderly and every age in between all in the course of a single day and then in your interaction with them hear the stories of their lives—their suc-cesses, their failures, their frustrations and their joy—all in a single day.”

mayor murpHy speaks to pelHam HoaMayor Murphy spoke to Pelham’s Home Owners Association at their monthly

round table meeting held recently at Nino’s Italian restaurant. Pelham’s HOA is a group of leaders from neighborhood home-owners groups. Their stated purpose is to improve “HOA communications with elected officials” according to Maurice Mercer, moderator for the group. Mayor Murphy began his time with the group sharing what he thinks is the most important tool now lacking in keeping Pelham beautiful.

“We need a blight ordinance with teeth,” stated Mayor Murphy. He went onto explain that he has spoken with Mayor Ronnie Harris of Gretna, LA, about how they cleaned up their city after Hurricane Katrina. The answer Mayor Murphy got back was a blight ordinance. Right now the city of Pelham has an ordinance that lacks any real enforcement power. Mayor Murphy has in mind an ordinance that “has legal law behind it.” He would like to see fines start in the several hun-dred dollar range and escalate from there. He would also like to add the fines, if left unpaid, to the tax roll instead of a lien on the property. “This way they have to pay it when taxes are due,” stated Mayor Murphy. This requirement would make it so that the fines could not be forgotten and would affect the current property owner. Mayor Murphy added, “You always have to give the people the chance to do it first, and there will always be extenuating circumstances.”

Mayor Murphy also shared with the members gathered there about the 2011 budget. “The previous administration did a good job putting money away,” Mayor Murphy said about the city’s reserve fund. And he added, “I look after it daily!” He went on to say that another of their goals this year is to “try to get to a balanced budget.” He also encouraged every member present to join him and to speak up at the city council meetings held twice a month at city hall. “The citizens are the most important people in Pelham.”

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reaDy, set, reaD!Get your child ready to learn to read! Here are some October reading readiness activities that can support your child’s success in school!

vocabulary DevelopmentTry the “Another Word” vocabulary game. When you child uses a word, bring attention to that word and say, “Let’s think of another word you can use instead of that word.” For example, the word you hear is “hungry.” Say, “You’re hungry. Let’s get something to eat and let’s play the Another Word game for hungry. Another word might be starving, famished, or ravenous. I’m starving! I’m fam-ished! I’m ravenous!” How fun is that! Remember that vocabulary development before entering school has been connected to school success.

print awarenessAs you are reading to your child this month, be sure to let them “see” that you are reading words on those book pages. They need to understand that our print is from left to right, top to bottom. Make them aware that print speaks to us!

knowledge of the alphabetI still remember my first grade teacher (in the 50’s!) bringing in the Selma Times Journal newspaper and giving us all sections to circle letters we had learned. Later, we circled words that we had learned. Obviously, a very powerful experience to realize that you can read the newspaper! Get your child involved in the newspaper.

phonological awarenessBefore children can master reading, they must be able to hear the sounds of our language before they can transfer those sounds to symbols—our alphabet. Try this fun game to develop “auditory memory.” Give your children two oral directions. Have them repeat them back to you. Now, give them three. You know the drill, go from there! You are actually helping your children get ready to read when you help them learn to remember sounds. Train those ears!

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takinG out tHe trasH! Pelham residents will be seeing some savings this October on their monthly garbage bill with the start of a new waste disposal provider for the city. Advance Disposal was the winning bidder and started providing pick up in October. Roberto Rodriguez, Area Sales Manager, shares the upsides to the new vendor. “This contract will bring a number of great changes. The city reduced the rate per house from just over $13.00 down to $9.99 per month. The city will receive new carts. The garbage and the recycling will be collected with new trucks. The residents will have the same 95 gallon carts for garbage, however, they will get a 64 gallon recycle cart with a lid. This will give the residents double the capacity to recycle each month in an animal and weather-proof container.” With the addition of the new recycle cart, the pick up days for recycling will be reduced from once a week to every other week. Mr. Rodriguez said this change should not be a hardship. “Remember that each resident has double their current recycling capacity each month for the service change.” “[The recycling cart covers which protect from weather and animals] should make our city cleaner as well,” he added. Residents received their new carts starting the week of September 20th. Mr. Ro-driguez shared that each cart will have a hanging tag “that states their service day when the contract starts October 1st. When each resident gets their recycling cart, it too will have a hanging tag that will have the next year’s calendar on the back starting with October 2010 that it will show all their recycling pickup days on it.” This new service personally impacts Mr. Rodriguez and his family because they too are residents of Pelham. “This is why we are very excited to be starting garbage and recycling service in Pelham. About 15 of our employees, including myself, live in Pelham, and we are all thrilled to be able to service our neighbors.” Any resident who has questions or concerns can call the local customer service center at 620-6148. “One of our customer service representatives will be more than happy to take care of their concerns,” said Mr. Rodriguez. As part of the new contract an additional community clean up day has been added to the fall. “We have two clean up days: one in April and one in October,” said Mr. Rodriquez. “The first will be Saturday, October 9. No items may weigh over 700 lbs. We will take your old grill, push lawnmowers (gas tank removed), furniture, wood, stoves, vacuum cleaners, dismantled swing sets, etc.” Some items they cannot accept are: refrigerators, freezers, washers, dishwashers, hot water heaters, tires, oil, paint cans with liquid paint. (Paint cans that have been filled with cat litter and set aside so they can be inspected can be taken). The items need to be no more than 4 feet from the road before 6:00 a.m. Advanced Disposal is the fourth largest privately owned environmental services company in the United States. They are headquartered in Jacksonville, FL and have operations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. They also have a full service line of business services such as front load service, roll-off and compactor services for your contractors and business that produce mass amounts of waste, industrial and special wastes services. They can also provide recycling services to all types of businesses. Please contact them at 205-620-6148 for further information.

Fun anD FriGHt on HalloWeen niGHt Paul and Elizabeth Rose have some treats up their sleeves, and a few tricks, too. They invite you to share in a Halloween you’ll never forget – at 109 Village Drive Lane in Pelham. “No need to RSVP…Just RIP.” It’s an invitation to fun that includes a lot of hard work. The couple starts prep-ping and planning for October 31st as early as July, a tradition they’ve kept for ten years. “We try to build an experience that you will remember and want to tell your friends about what you saw, and want to come back every year,” Paul says. Last year, over 400

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did just that. The Roses have always loved Halloween, and feel that it’s a sentiment shared by many in the community “You can always tell how much a person loves Hal-loween by the amount of effort they have put into their costume,” he says. “It also gives us ideas for next year.” A number of friends get in on the act, brainstorming new props or ideas, everyone working together to make it better than the previous year. “Most of what happens as far as building props and setting things up happens on the weekends and often late into the night,” Paul says. Neighbors try to get spoilers. “They will see us outside working or putting something together and ask us what we are doing differently this year… My answer is always the same – they’ll just have to come and see!” Among their greatest hits are the eight foot black trees that the group constructed last year. “We drew patterns of spooky looking trees on sheets of plywood, then cut and painted them to make a real-looking tree that is just scary once it is set with the correct lighting,” he says. “We had such a good time hiding behind them and waiting for just the right moment to jump out and surprise people.” They love surprises, but it’s not all tricks. “It’s very safe and fun,” Paul says. “It’s just great when all the hard work pays off and you see the look on kids faces. They can’t believe what they are seeing.” While the event is free to the public, they do accept voluntary donations – with all proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. It’s a cause very close to the group’s heart, as all have been personally impacted in some way by the disease. Paul lost his father, with whom he was very close, and appreciates the opportu-nity to raise money while treating his neighbors and community to a Halloween they will never forget. “I want to be clear,” he said. “You do not have to donate to come out and have fun. Donations are just a bonus! We want everyone to come out for a fun, safe and different type of Halloween experience.”

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seconD cHance prom raises HopeOn Monday night, August 9, Cahaba Valley Elks Lodge presented an $11,000 check to

the Alabama Kidney Foundation. This money was raised at the 8th Annual Second Chance Prom that was held earlier in the year at The Club in Birmingham. This annual event includes a seated dinner, dancing to the music of the Second Chance Band and a silent auction. This year the silent auction included many interesting items to view and bid on including oil paint-ings, jewelry, margarita and wine baskets, casino and beach trips, theme baskets, and more. This year’s funds went to help ensure that the Foundation can continue to answer the call for help from kidney disease sufferers in Alabama. Since 2003, the Second Chance Prom has raised over $85,000 to be used by the Alabama Kidney Foundation.

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October 2010calendarCommunityoctober 3-9 Fire prevention WeekThe Pelham Fire Department will be at Valley Elementary and Valley IntermediThe Pelham Fire Department will be at Valley Elementary and Valley Intermedi-ate Schools October 4-7 presenting several levels of fire safetyate Schools October 4-7 presenting several levels of fire safety education to the ate Schools October 4-7 presenting several levels of fire safety education to the ate Schools October 4-7 presenting several levels of fire safetyKindergarten through 5th graders to promote “Smoke Alarms: A Sound You Can Kindergarten through 5th graders to promote “Smoke Alarms: A Sound You Can Live With!” They will also be presenting this information at the Pelham Senior Live With!” They will also be presenting this information at the Pelham Senior Live With!” They will also be presenting this information at the Pelham Senior Center on October 7th to help Pelham residents understand NFPA’s smoke alarm Center on October 7th to help Pelham residents understand NFPA’s smoke alarm recommendations.

october 9 Fall clean up Day see article page 8 see article page 8

october 9 basketball reGistration, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Basketball registration for players in grades 3-6 will be at Park and Recreation Basketball registration for players in grades 3-6 will be at Park and Recreation office. Pelham teams will play teams from Alabaster and Helena. Cost is $120.00. office. Pelham teams will play teams from Alabaster and Helena. Cost is $120.00.

october 11 city council, 7:00 p.m.

october 16 breatHe easy riDe, 10:30 a.m.This ride will benefit CF Riders Foundation and Laps for CF at Heart of Dixie Har-eart of Dixie Har-eart of Dixie Harley Davidson in Pelham. Registration will be 9:00 -10:30 a.m. Ride starts at 10:30 a.m. and will end at Harley of Dixie for lunch and music. For more information, visit www.cfriders.org.

october 18 city council, 7:00 p.m.

october 31 Fall Family Festival, 4-6 p.m.Pelham First Baptist Church invites you to attend its annual Fall Family Festival. Come out with family and friends and enjoy food fun and fellowship. There will be inflatables, games prizes, candy and a Chili Cook Off! For more information, call 216-0028.

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october 6 Wii boWlinG tournament, 10 a.m.Tournament will be with the Alabaster Senior Center

october 8 tale tellin' FestivalCall 620-6064 to sign up.

october 14 Free HealtH Fair, 10:30 a.m.We will have health related information for seniors 55 and up. Informational booths will include eye care, long term heatlh care, a chiropractor, Viva Medi-care Plus and more. Please call 620-6064 for more information.

october 15 octoberFest Dance, 7-9 p.m.Music will be provided by Ray Newman. Cost is $4 per person.

Senior Centerthursdayspelham new pioneers 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Oct. 7-Guest: Dana Gavan Viva Medicare Covered DishOct. 14-Health FairOct. 21-Laughing Yoga “Ha Ha Harvest,” BingoOct. 28-Halloween Festival

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Fridaystai 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 Oct. 29, 1:30 p.m.-2 p.m.

mondaysneedlecraft 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.

tuesdaysart 10:30 p.m.-12:30 p.m. $5/monthcribbage 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.advanced line Dancing 1-2 p.m.beginning line Dancing 2-3 p.m.rummikub 1-3 p.m.

Wednesdaysreveille 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.

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Schooloctober 21 breaD FestivalValley Intermediate School will be hosting its 3rd annual Bread Festival. Come out and experience breads from various countries, along with decorations, food, clothes and other memorabilia. Ceremonies begin by grade level at 10:30 a.m. Third grade, 10:50 a.m. - Fifth grade, 11:10 a.m. - Fourth grade. From 12:00-2:15, classrooms will rotate to visit other countries. The classroom rotations will be full of food, music, and cultural information.

october 21 pHs open House, 6:30 p.m.Parents who attend will be able to follow their students' schedules, meet teachers and tour the school.

october 30 trick or treat trot, 9:30 a.m.Valley Elementary School will be hosting their annual Trick or Treat Trot 1-mile fun run to benefit the Arthritis Foundation. Registration is $10 per person and all money raised will go towards this organization. For more information, please contact the Valley Elementary Physical Education Department at 682-5458 or visit http://www.shelbyed.k12.al.us/schools/val/faculty/pe/index.htm.

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Librarytogether time A storytime designed especially for growing minds. Stories, songs and crafts make up a lively 45 minute program. A snack is served.Wednesdays at 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. All Ages

Oct 6: “I Hear a Good Story”Oct 13: “Yummy Stories”Oct 20: “Smelly Stories”Oct 27: “Happy Halloween”

P.J. Storytimethursdays at 6:30 p.m. All Ages

Oct 7: “I Hear a Good Story”Oct 14: “Yummy Stories”Oct 21: “Smelly Stories”Oct 28: “Happy Halloween”

Saturday morning Storiessaturdays at 10:30 a.m. All Ages

Oct 2: Special Program: Author EventOct 9: “I Hear a Good Story”Oct 16: “Yummy Stories”Oct 23: No Storytime due to Halloween Carnival @ 2:00pmOct 30: “Happy Halloween”

Pelham Brick Brigadeoctober 5, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Kids 12 and younger are invited to exercise their creativity with LEGOs, Duplos, or Mega Blocks.

halloween Carnivaloctober 23, 2-3 p.m. Kids 12 and under are invited to try out their costumes a week early and join us for a frighteningly good time as we play carnival games. No tricks necessary, you will leave with plenty of treats.

Local Children's Book Authoroctober 2, 10:30 a.m. Local resident and new author, Angie Albrecht-Smith, will be reading her book: Willie Meets a Possum. She will also be signing copies of the book. Books may be purchased at the event for $7.50.

library events Special Events experience outdoor alabama saturday, october 16, 2 p.m.Experience a whole world of adventure right outside your door. Outdoor enthusiast Noel Watters will speak about the best places in Alabama to go camping, hiking, and paddling. This is a unique opportunity to plan your next family experience and find the right places to go for outdoor recreation. This program is free, but seating is limited, so please call the Pelham Public Library to register now at 620-6418.

onGoing Events Gardening and lawn advice from a master Gardener tuesdays, october 5 and 19, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Fall is the time to start pruning trees, planting certain shrubs and preparing your lawn for the winter months. A Shelby County Master Gardener will be at the Pelham Library to answer your questions about fall maintenance and winter preparation. Drop by the reference department between the hours of 9-12 on Oct. 5th and the 19th to talk to the expert. No reserva-tions required. For more information call the Pelham Public Library at 620-6418.knitting christmas Giftssaturday, october 16, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.This class will focus on quick knits to give as gifts. Participants must be able to knit and purl. Registration is required for this class. Please call the library at 620-6418 to register and for information on supplies needed.page turners book club monday, october 18, 6:30 p.m.The Page Turners Book Club meets at the Pelham Library for about an hour on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The selections for October are The Holy Road by Michael Blake and Silent Justice by William Bernhardt. Registration is not required. Please call the library at 620-6418 for more information.Free computer classesIn an effort to assist those that cannot take advantage of the weekday classes at the library, Pelham Public Library offers night and weekend computer classes. Classes are free and will remain small to ensure that students receive the most from their participation. Patrons are encour-aged to register soon. Those interested may register in person or over the phone at 620-6418.october classesIntro to Email - Saturday, October 2, 2-4 p.m.Excel 2007 - Tuesday, October 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.Computers for Dummies - Tuesday, October 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m.Intro to Word 2007 - Tuesday, October 12, 9:30-12 p.m.Intro to Word 2007 - Tuesday, October 19, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Senior Surfing - Wednesday, October 20, 1-2:30 p.m.Internet Basics - Tuesday, October 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Chamber of CommerceFocus meeting pelham - october 12, 8:30 -9:30 a.m.Linda Nolen Learning Center, 2280 Hwy. 35. No RSVP required. No cost.

Grow & Go Workshop - october 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Using Performance Management to Exceed Your Company's Goals, Source-Pointe, LLC. This event will take place at the Chamber located at 1301 County Services Drive. Materials and lunch are included. RSVP required by noon, October 12th. Members $10, non-members $15.

membership luncheon - october 20, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Annual Fall Festival of Fun. This event will take place at the Pelham Civic Complex. RSVP required by noon, Monday, October 18th. Members $17, non-members $20.

speednetworking for professionals - october 21, 8:30-10 a.m.This event will take place at the Chamber located at 1301 County Services Drive. RSVP required by October 19th. No cost.

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valley elementary scHool The library at Valley Elementary School was a scene of appreciation recently with the presentation of two gifts to the faculty. The presentation of the gifts coincided with the faculty's regular meeting. Brenda Parker representing Wal-Mart of Pelham presented ten $100 gift cards to Dr. Debbie Scarbrough. Parker shared that the donation was a simple way for them to give back to the community. She ended her presentation by saying “Thank you for all you do!” to which the gathering of staff reply with a loud “Thank you!” and applause. The second gift was presented to Erin Hale for classroom supplies by

Peggy Burdett president of Birmingham South Cahaba AT&T Pioneers, the Peggy Burdett president of Birmingham South Cahaba AT&T Pioneers, the volunteer arm of the retirees of AT&T. Burdett presented Hale with one hun-volunteer arm of the retirees of AT&T. Burdett presented Hale with one hun-dred dollars’ worth of classroom material, including some fabric. “That fabric dred dollars’ worth of classroom material, including some fabric. “That fabric was hard to find. What in the world are you going to use it for?” Burdett was hard to find. What in the world are you going to use it for?” Burdett asked Mrs. Hale. Mrs. Hale replied that she is going to make chair back book asked Mrs. Hale. Mrs. Hale replied that she is going to make chair back book holders for her students. holders for her students. The AT&T donation was part of a larger program called “Classroom The AT&T donation was part of a larger program called “Classroom Wishes” which involves the giving of thirty $100 wishes to area teachers. Wishes” which involves the giving of thirty $100 wishes to area teachers. “Our main focus is education. It’s our priority,” said Burdett. “Our main focus is education. It’s our priority,” said Burdett.

basketball is back!ray Foushee, Pay Foushee, Phhay Foushee, Phay Foushee, P S JuniorS Junior Pelham High School’s men’s basketball team had a great season last year Pelham High School’s men’s basketball team had a great season last year with double digit wins. The girl’s team is always one of the best teams in the with double digit wins. The girl’s team is always one of the best teams in the county as is Pelham’s volleyball team. With all of these great programs using county as is Pelham’s volleyball team. With all of these great programs using the gym, Pelham’s gym floor is badly in need of renovation.the gym, Pelham’s gym floor is badly in need of renovation. “It’s been years since our floor has been properly stripped and sanded to “It’s been years since our floor has been properly stripped and sanded to the wood. We hope to try and raise enough money over the next year to be the wood. We hope to try and raise enough money over the next year to be able to do this and have the floor repainted. To be honest, refinishing the able to do this and have the floor repainted. To be honest, refinishing the floor is a job we should have already done, but lack of funds stopped us,floor is a job we should have already done, but lack of funds stopped us,” said Head Men’s Varsity Basketball Coach Joel Floyd.said Head Men’s Varsity Basketball Coach Joel Floyd. Coach Floyd has been at the high school for four years. He knows and Coach Floyd has been at the high school for four years. He knows and understands what our gym needs. Kristan Cordrey, a girl’s basketball player said, “There is no traction left on the floor. We always slide. Making cuts and getting to full speed is impossible if your feet are slipping.” Cameron Slane, a senior basketball player, said, “Basketball is all quick cuts and short sprints, and when the court is slippery, it’s impossible to be at your max speed. The floor’s condition definitely limits our performance.” Volleyball players also struggle on the worn surface. Dana Allen said, “As part of the volleyball team, I know how bad the gym floor is. We slip and slide while trying to make plays. I think I can speak for the whole team—even our basketball teams—when I say we need to get the floors redone.” Pelham’s basketball booster club raises money for equipment and neces-sary costs for maintaining the program. Since the booster club’s intense fund-raising only provides enough money for necessities, the school’s student athletes are calling on the two communities of Pelham and Helena to come together and work towards improving the gym. PHS teams are willing to work to accomplish their goal. During a recent clean-up day, student athletes and their parents made minor improvements to the gym. In order to raise money for the renovation of the floor, Pelham High School’s student athletes are asking community members to help them brainstorm for fundraisers. If you are a member of a civic group with a fund-raising project calling for youthful energy and your group is willing to partner with PHS student athletes, please contact Coach Joel Floyd at j2floyd@shelbyed.k12.al.us.

Andrew is the son of Jeff and Katy Burnside. his sister, Kaitlyn, is a freshman at his sister, Kaitlyn, is a freshman at hAuburn University.

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Since they purchased the property in the Cahaba Valley office com-plex just behind the Pelham Wal-Mart, Occupational Health Dynamics (OHD) has been working to improve the appearance of their building and grounds. This month, Pelham Magazine honors their hard work with the Commercial Beautification Award.

The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulates workplace environments across the country. OHD offers a range of products and services to help companies protect their employees and manage their occupational risks such as vision loss, hearing loss, and decreased lung function. In a nutshell, OHD solutions help clients become compliant with OSHA guidelines.

Tim English, OHD’s Customer Service and Marketing Manager, reports that when they moved from their former location on Valleydale Road, they continued to use the previously established lawn service for their landscaping. However, they soon realized that they needed greater reliability and more attention to detail. OHD president and owner Andy Coats contacted an old high school classmate, Danny Barry of Cov-enant Lawn Care and Landscaping.

Since they hired Barry, their shrubs have taken on new shape and the monument sign out front is now readable from the road. “We are much happier now,” English continues. In addition to the hedges, the landscape features a healthy row of Bradford pear trees that will soon be turning crimson with the change of season.

English indicates that they plan to continue their improvements to the property over time. “The wish list is pretty long,” he confesses, but a new roof is probably the number one priority.

English says that he and the other 16 employees who work at OHD genuinely seem to appreciate the new Pelham location. “It’s pretty quiet here,” he states. “I was concerned about the traffic, but it has been very manageable.”

Not only has it been convenient, but the grounds have often been an especially appealing highlight. English is quick to share a photo from his camera phone of the stunning view out his office window, where the pear trees were in the full bloom of spring against the backdrop of a sky full of thunderclouds.

OHD is proud to be given the October Beautification Award. Owner Andy Coats sums it up this way, "It's an honor to be recognized for our contribution to the community."

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Take a drive around Pelham’s Stonehaven community and you’ll notice many fine homes with pretty lawns and flowers. But when you reach 136 Stone Road, you’ll realize exactly why Janice Lightsey’s yard is this month’s residential beautification award winner.

Two large Bradford Pears stand proudly shading the front lawn, which is a soft carpet of lush green Bermuda, neatly mown and meticulously edged. Lining the front of her house is an appealing hedge arrangement, with alternating Boxwood and Golden Euonymus shrubs, interspersed with monkey grass.

There’s also a truly special highlight in Lightsey’s front yard—the walkway from the drive to the front door. It is laid out like a traditional sidewalk, but with wide swaths of grass breaking the concrete into oversize stepping stones, giving it the feel of a garden path.

Lightsey credits the previous owners, Martha and Moses Hunter, for the landscape design in the yard. “I just maintain what they started,” she says modestly. “Wherever I find a pretty plant, I just read the card and say, ‘Let’s see if this will work.’”

Of course, maintenance alone is a truly remarkable task for this homeowner, given the fact that she suffers from Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia. HHT is a particularly dangerous disorder where the blood vessels are weak and prone to bleeding. In 2003, she had to undergo two difficult surgeries to repair arterial-venous malformations (AVMs) in her lung and on her brain stem.

Although Lightsey survived the surgeries, she was left with deficits in mobility and memory that required her to spend time in rehab at the Lakeshore Foundation learning to swallow and talk and walk and feed herself again. At the time, Lightsey was living on Morgan Road on her late husband Howard’s family property. She confesses that initially she didn’t really want to move to Pelham and leave her memories behind. Today, though, she’s glad that she’s able to live independently in a com-munity that is near her daughter and full of friendly neighbors.

“I love the outside. I’d rather be out there than in the house. When people go by, you throw up an arm (to wave),” she says of working in her yard. Lightsey spends as much time outdoors as her health will allow her, mowing the grass and keeping the beds clear. “I just appreciate this award so much,” she beams. “I am thrilled with my home and consider it a blessing to be here."

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This fun recipe is delicious for the changing season. Be prepared to make more than one batch as this treat is always a guest favorite!

ingredients8 ounces unsalted butter8 ounces light brown sugar2 oranges, cut into quarters2 limes, cut into quarters1 teaspoon cinnamon¼ cup 151 Rum or a dark Rum8 bananas, cut into halves and sliced lengthwise

DirectionsMelt butter in saute pan on medium-high heat.1.Add brown sugar. 2.Stir together and add juice from citrus, one piece at a time, stirring 3.continuously. Add bananas and stir. 4.Add Rum. 5.Ignite pan with a long lighter or match. Be sure to have clearance above 6.pan before flaming. Sprinkle cinnamon into flames. Pour over vanilla ice cream and serve 7.immediately.

Serves 12.

recipe provided by: Lynn robersoncatering Director, catering Director, c city of Pelham lroberson@pelhamonline.com

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Fall laWn maintenance At this time of year, most people are just waiting for that first hard frost At this time of year, most people are just waiting for that first hard frost to put their lawn into winter slumber until next spring. For those of you that to put their lawn into winter slumber until next spring. For those of you that enjoy the look of a clean, detailed, weed-free, dormant lawn then here are enjoy the look of a clean, detailed, weed-free, dormant lawn then here are some tips for your bermuda and zoysia lawns.some tips for your bermuda and zoysia lawns.1. poapoa annuaannua is number one weed that you and every lawn care company is number one weed that you and every lawn care company this fall is hoping that they can beat this year. If you have not made your this fall is hoping that they can beat this year. If you have not made your pre-emerge application on your lawn yet, you need to plan on getting it done pre-emerge application on your lawn yet, you need to plan on getting it done soon either by calling a local lawn care company or doing it yourself. Timing soon either by calling a local lawn care company or doing it yourself. Timing is important. Most lawn companies started these applications in mid to late is important. Most lawn companies started these applications in mid to late September here in Birmingham.September here in Birmingham.2. FERTILIZING 2. FERTILIZING -- You should not be fertilizing your lawn with a high nitro--- You should not be fertilizing your lawn with a high nitro-gen fertilizer at this time because high amounts of nitrogen can predispose gen fertilizer at this time because high amounts of nitrogen can predispose warm season lawns to winter kill. warm season lawns to winter kill. 3. soil testinG -- The fall is a great time to do soil testing to check your -- The fall is a great time to do soil testing to check your pH and other nutrient requirements for you lawn. Lime and sulfur can be pH and other nutrient requirements for you lawn. Lime and sulfur can be applied during the following months and by the time spring rolls around they applied during the following months and by the time spring rolls around they have made the corrections to the pH level in your soil. The pH that you want have made the corrections to the pH level in your soil. The pH that you want is 6.0 to 6.5. Just so you know, add lime to raise the pH and sulfur to lower the pH.4. WaterinG -- Here in the South, the fall and winter is usually wet, so most of the time we do not have to worry about watering our lawns. But if we get into a dry spell, you may have to put a little water on it to keep the roots from drying out. The turf is dormant, not dead so it still does require a little attention.5. maintenance – During the winter, do not lower the height of your mower; simply maintain the height the lawn is at. A two to three inch lawn protects the root system in the winter as it gets colder and creates a buffer against weed seeds by not allowing them to reach the soil and also by shad-ing them out. When you mow in the fall, use a bagger and mow the lawn to pick up leaves or to just shape up the lawn. If you want to maintain a detailed lawn in the fall and winter, than beginning in November, go out once a month in the afternoon when the frost is gone and the temperature is up and mow, edge all the concrete areas, and weed eat if needed but be careful, because any damage from scalping the lawn or peeling out on the riding mower will be there all winter. 6. leaves -- Do not leave the leaves on the lawn all winter. As the depth of the leaves gets thicker and it rains, the leaves form a thick layer that limits the oxygen that your turf can get and causes other problems when spring comes. Use your mower to get the leaves up and either bag them or mulch them up for compost or amulch in your flower beds or along shrub borders.7. eQuipment -- If you don't plan to use your lawn equipment after the firstheavy frost hits, drain the gas out so that in the spring you don't have to deal with old gas. The fall or winter is a perfect time to service your equipment. Places like Three M Karts and Mowers in Pelham are open year-round to help you with all of your equipment and service needs. Plus the wait times during this season are minimal!

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usta state mixeD Double tournamentWe had two teams from Pelham Racquet Club win at the USTA State We had two teams from Pelham Racquet Club win at the USTA State Mixed Doubles Tournament in Dothan, AL, September 10-12. Both of Mixed Doubles Tournament in Dothan, AL, September 10-12. Both of these teams competed locally and won and then competed at the state these teams competed locally and won and then competed at the state level and won. They will compete at sectionals in Jackson, MS, October 15-17.

Pictured below is the PRC 7.0 Mixed Team captained by Bubba Bussey and Bill Speer and the PRC 9.0 Mixed Team captained by Chaney Mills and Katie Finke

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Ballantrae Golf ClubRATES AND COURSE INFORMATION

EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2010

Pelham Resident Rate – Tues. through Thurs. after 12pm. 18 holes $37.00 & 9 holes $18.50

Must present valid driver’s license or current water billto take advantage of this great deal.

All prices include green fee and cart fee.Must be 16 with valid driver’s license to operate golf cart.

Monday 18 Holes 9 HolesSenior (60+) $30.00 $15.00Guest $40.00 $20.00

Tuesday - Thursday 18 Holes 9 HolesSenior $39.00 $19.50Guest $50.00 $25.00

Fri - Sun & Holidays 18 Holes 9 HolesSenior $50.00 $25.00Guest $60.00 $30.00

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Church of the Highlands - Riverchase9013 Highway 261 | Sun. Morning Worship: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:15 a.m.9013 Highway 261 | Sun. Morning Worship: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:15 a.m.Sr. Pastor: Chris Hodges, 980-5577Sr. Pastor: Chris Hodges, 980-5577

Crosscreek Baptist Church600 Crosscreek Trail | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:00 a.m.600 Crosscreek Trail | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:00 a.m.Pastor: Jay Kieve, 663-4886Pastor: Jay Kieve, 663-4886

Crosslife Church224 Commerce Parkway | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.224 Commerce Parkway | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Tommy Conner, 874-6262Pastor: Tommy Conner, 874-6262

Crossway Baptist FellowshipPelham YMCA beginning September 12, 2010Pastor: Fred Muse, 966-3327 | www.crosswaybaptistfellowship.org

First Baptist Church - Pelham2867 Pelham Pwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 8:00, 9:15, 10:45 a.m.Pastor: Dr. Michael E. Shaw, 663-7492

Hope World outreach Ministry192 Chandalar Place Dr. | Pastor: Earl V. GardnerSun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m., Wed. Night Bible Study: 7 p.m.

Korean Presbyterian Church7814 Helena Rd. | Sun. English Worship: 11:00 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Steven Son, 982-1990

Lakeview Methodist of Pelham5154 Highway 11 | Sun. Morning Worship: 8:30 & 10:00 a.m.Pastor: Steve Strange, 663-3309

Lamb of God Charismatic episcopal2029 Valleydale Rd | Sun. Worship/Children’s Church: 10:00 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Glenn E. Davis, 425-0991

Life Christian FellowshipMeets at Shepherd’s Promise (Pelham Pkwy) | Sun. Celebration: 9:00 a.m.Pastor: Bob Kuehner, 229-2832

Life Church135 Corporate Way | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:00 a.m.Pastor: Rick Bishop, 620-0720

Master’s House Ministries Church on the Rock135 Corporate Way | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:00 a.m.Pastor: David Rogers, 620-0720

oak Mountain Baptist Church1805 Highway 35 | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Dr. Wayne Williams, 663-3045

oak Mountain Church of Christ2054 Oak Mountain State Park Road | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:00 a.m.Minister: 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 Church1475 Highway 35 | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.Pastor: George Golden, 663-1927

Pelham Church of Christ3405 Pelham Pkwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.Pastor: Dick Sztanyo, 663-7735

Pelham Church of God2100 Highway 52 East | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.2100 Highway 52 East | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Mitch Underwood, 664-0120Pastor: Mitch Underwood, 664-0120

Pelham Church of God of Prophecy3362 Pelham Pkwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.3362 Pelham Pkwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.Pastor: Krameon Martin, 620-9598

RiverPoint Church New Location!375 Bearden Road | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Bobby Lewis, 621-0112

safe Harbor Church New Service Time!3540 Pelham Pkwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Luke Camara, 447-2214 | safeharboronline.org3540 Pelham Pkwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Luke Camara, 447-2214 | safeharboronline.org3540 Pelham Pkwy | Sun. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Living Hope Baptist Church419 Philippians Blvd | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.Pastor: Clay Parrish, 664-0491

Sun View Baptist ChurchMeets at Valley Intermediate School | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.Pastor: Mark A. Boyd, 685-9447 | www.sunviewbaptist.comMeets at Valley Intermediate School | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.

| www.sunviewbaptist.comMeets at Valley Intermediate School | Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.

The Worship Center Christian ChurchMeets at Pelham High Auditorium, 2500 Panther Circle Sun. Morning Worship: 10:15 a.m. | Pastor: Vanable H. Moody, 451-1750

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Only $99 per personMen are invited to improve their golf game by

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golf game in preparation for next spring. Listed below are the dates and details of the series.

Please contact the golf shop at 205-620-4653 for more information or to register.

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INSTRUCTIONAL SERIES SCHEDULE:Saturday, October 16th: 10am-11am PUTTING

Saturday, October 23rd: 10am-11am SPECIALTY SHORT GAME SHOTS(Chipping, Pitching & Sand Play)

Saturday, October 30th: 10am-11am FULL SWING FUNDAMENTALS

Saturday, November 6th: 10am-11am SPECIALTY FULL SWING SHOTS(Improve Your Driver For More Distance & Better Direction)

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