SPECTRUM Donates $5,000 to Alabama STEM Education
Spectrum representatives donated $5,000 in mid-November to Alabama STEM Education, a nonprofit that has provided innovative, engaging and interactive out of school time activities to more than 1,400 youth in Jefferson County since 2014. The donation will help support the organization’s work to empower the minds of underrepresented, underserved children [Read More]
The Year-Round Currency of Kindness
In a world often defined by divisions and disparities, the concept of kindness emerges as a beacon of hope, transcending the boundaries of wealth and status. It serves as a timeless reminder that kindness is not confined to any particular season; it’s a year-long virtue that can transform our lives [Read More]
Community Grief Support’s 3rd Annual “Tree of Lights” Memorial Event
This holiday season, Community Grief Support (CGS) is celebrating the lives of those we’ve loved and lost in our community. Sponsored by Protective and AL Power Foundation, CGS believes this fundraiser invites grieving individuals to find hope and healing in an uplifting and positive way. The “Tree of Lights” Memorial, [Read More]
5 Financing Options To Help Fund Your First Family Vacation
Are you planning to go on a family vacation but facing budget constraints? While holidays are associated with rest, they also involve a lot of different expenses. This can be a major worry if you don’t have the money on hand to finance the trip. Saving up is the [Read More]
Trolls Band Together – A KIDSFIRST! Movie Review
Poppy discovers that Branch was once part of the boy band ‘BroZone’ with his brothers, Floyd, John Dory, Spruce and Clay. When Floyd is kidnapped, Branch and Poppy embark on a journey to reunite his two other brothers and rescue Floyd. KIDSFIRST! film critic Kira O. says, “The music adds [Read More]
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
More than six million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, and by 2050, this number is expected to rise to nearly 13 million, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. With those staggering numbers, Alzheimer’s likely touches someone you know or someone you love. When you’re a parent, explaining to a child what the [Read More]
Kids and Philanthropy
On an evening not long ago, I settled into my couch, awaiting my husband so we could begin the all-important, nightly Netflix decision. He joined me and quietly smiled, trading in the usual sigh of relief after a long day. “I loved watching the kids build that fort and make [Read More]
Next Goal Wins – A KIDSFIRST! Movie Review
Directed by Academy Award® Winner Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit, Thor: Ragnarok) and based on a true story, Next Goal Wins follows the American Samoa soccer team, infamously known for their brutal 31-0 loss in 2001. With the World Cup Qualifiers approaching, the team hires down-on-his-luck, maverick coach Thomas Rongen (Michael [Read More]
The Wacky Tacky Light Tour 2023
Do you remember riding along with your parents looking for holiday lights? These fond memories are captured in the Wacky Tacky Light Tour. Fresh Air Family curates what they call, “the best of the worst” light shows for your family to enjoy. Best of all, you only have to take [Read More]
How to DIY the Perfect Family Project
Do you find yourself wondering how to spend quality time together as a family in today’s fast-paced world? You’re not alone. The constant influx of information and stuff, especially through screens of all sizes, can make it challenging to connect as a family. Meanwhile, physical clutter accumulates in our homes, [Read More]