What started as a change to her family’s diet has blossomed into a fully functional bakery for Elizabeth Wood, owner of Consider it Joy Baking in Shades Mountain Plaza. “It was truly exciting when I found out that a commercial kitchen space was coming available in Bluff Park. It is the community I call home, … Continue reading Joyful Change
Author: Heather's Corner
I look forward to hanging out in a train!
Local painter finds new home at On A Shoestring and Moonlight On The Mountain.
New China: Bluff Park’s Family Tradition
New China in Bluff Park Village is no doubt a staple in the community. The family-owned Chinese restaurant opened in the early 90s and the owners, Bisheng Yang and Xin Yun Lin have been serving happy customers with their family’s recipes for over 25 years. Recently, residents became concerned after word was getting around that … Continue reading New China: Bluff Park’s Family Tradition
History Monday: Worth Saving?
In an article by the Hoover Sun's Jon Anderson, a resident of Hoover was quoted as saying, "sometimes a building is not worth it, even if it has historical value." Everyone has a right to their opinion. They also have a right to be wrong. For the people who know nothing about this place and … Continue reading History Monday: Worth Saving?
Back To School In Bluff Park
We hope everyone had a great #FirstDay of school! Here are a few photos from the BP family. Feel free to post your own photos in the comments. Shades Crest Baptist Church hosted a Back to School Breakfast for parents in the community to come by for coffee and treats. Nice! … Continue reading Back To School In Bluff Park
Walk, Run
When Chris Ferrell moved to Bluff Park, the avid runner found it difficult to find spots to run. "The roads here can be tricky to an outsider," he says. "Through trial and error, I have found a few routes that work for me. I see other people out running and they seem to have routes … Continue reading Walk, Run
We know we rock! But what is “Bluff Park Rocks?”
Like Hide & Seek? Bluff Park Rocks is for you! Paint A Rock, Hide A Rock, Find A Rock. Repeat. Individuals or families can paint rocks and hide them anywhere in Bluff Park. When someone finds one, they post a picture in the Bluff Park Rocks group and then they can re-hide or take it … Continue reading We know we rock! But what is “Bluff Park Rocks?”
Community Center Renovation Update #2
Sam Swiney has a few more photos of the progress at The Bluff Park Community Center. The work to allow access to the restrooms for park visitors is coming along nicely. An outside door was installed a few weeks ago and below you can see that the enclosure on the inside is taking shape. The … Continue reading Community Center Renovation Update #2
Hoover’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
Hoover Mayor Frank Brocato and several of the City Council members brought birthday cake and refreshments to Bluff Park in celebration of Hoover's 50th Anniversary. Here are a few photos from the event held at Artists On The Bluff. Bluffparkal live streamed the event on Facebook Live. You can view the video here: Bluffparkal also … Continue reading Hoover’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
Community Center Update
Progress is being made with the work to renovate the restrooms at the Bluff Park Community Center. Resident, Sam Swiney got a few photos of the new exterior door. THE WORK “We are creating an exterior access to the existing restrooms inside the community center by removing a window, creating a doorway, and adding steps … Continue reading Community Center Update
