Tuesday, December 30, 2014



AAA ALABAMA offering free towing ON new year’s eve

BIRMINGHAM, AL – As Alabamians celebrate on New Year’s Eve, AAA Alabama cautions partygoers against getting behind the wheel after the champagne toast.  According to a recent analysis conducted by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, during the last decade, the years’ highest number of alcohol-related traffic fatalities occur on New Year’s Day.

To save lives and promote safe driving this New Year’s Eve, AAA Alabama and wrecker services across the state will again offer Tow-for-Life.  This public service program provides free towing services to keep impaired drivers off the road.  This is the 28th year for the program, and the service is provided to AAA members and non-members alike.  AAA does not condone drinking and driving and encourages all motorists to act responsibly to keep drunk drivers off the road throughout the holidays. The program begins at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, December 31st and continues until 6:00 AM on New Year’s Day.

“This is the most dangerous time of year to be on the roads,” says Clay Ingram, AAA Alabama spokesperson. “We want to raise awareness and encourage people to plan ahead when going out on New Year’s Eve.  It is important to make arrangements before you go out, so that you aren’t making these decisions after you have been drinking.  We want help keep impaired drivers off the roads, so if you or someone you know has too much to drink on New Year’s Eve, just call 1-800-AAA-HELP and we’ll help get you home safely.”

In fact, wreckers are usually among the first at the scene of deadly crashes where alcohol has been involved and New Year’s Eve is traditionally one of the most dangerous nights of the year to drive. AAA encourages party-goers who drink alcohol to appoint a designated driver and party hosts should prevent guests from driving after drinking by calling a taxi to take them home, allowing the guest to spend the night or by making other arrangements to keep them safe.

To receive free towing on New Year’s Eve:
  • Call AAA Alabama at 1-800-222-4357 (1-800-AAA-HELP) and ask for Tow-for-Life. The vehicle must be operable to qualify for a free tow.
  • The operator will ask for the driver’s name, home address, telephone number and exact location of the vehicle and driver.
  • A tow truck will be dispatched and upon arrival the wrecker driver will ask for identification and the keys to the vehicle.
  • The vehicle will be towed to the home of the driver or owner if the owner is present.
  • Towing is provided at NO CHARGE up to 10 miles.
 
 

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

 A Caroling We Will Go
December 6, 2014, Heather Pointe Community residents went caroling.  Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer, Jingle Bells, We Wish You A Merry Christmas and Santa Claus Is Coming To Town were favorites to sing. The brisk December air made warm hot chocolate with marshmallows a welcomed treat afterward.

Anyone who wanted to join the throng was invited. Carolers picked up several young people along the route who lent their voices to spirited singing and fun.









                                             


Many thanks to Regina Swartz for allowing her decorative front yard to be used for the festive photos below.



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Monday, December 8, 2014

CHRISTMAS PARADE

Pinson, Alabama  Christmas Parade 2014
The day started out rainy but the rain stayed at bay long enough for the  December 6, 2014, 10:00 am  parade.
Skies were overcast but spirits were high as onlookers cheered bands, floats, decorated cars and service vehicles.
Grand Marshalls
Pinson Valley High School Band

Pinson Valley High School
Center Point Fire Department



Pinson Church

Pinson Church

Cub Scouts



Pinson Library. Tin Man

Antique Chevy
Antique car
antique car



Ms. Senior Alabama 1989

Gingerbread house float

Grinch

Whoville
Grinch float





Sunday, November 30, 2014

DECEMBER 2014




 Thank you to Brandt Zeigler for his assistance in hanging the wreaths at the Heather Pointe entrance.




Groundbreaking for future park in Pinson


Pinson Council members break ground for new park.
 The city of Pinson broke ground for its new city park November 30, 2014. The park  will cover over 20 acres of land.  The property is located just off of Highway 75 and Glen Brook Road on Lane Street. Park plans include an amphitheater and pavilion, boardwalk along the creek, walking trails, splash pad, playground and other features as well as a building for events, restrooms and concessions. A name for the park has not been decided as yet.
Heavy equipment at site of Pinson's future park.

Pallets display amenities  included in the construction of  Pinson park.




















2014 Pinson Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, December 6th  at 10:00 a.m. The route will be along highway 75. 
2013 Pinson, Alabama  Christmas Parade photo copied from al.com

Crowds braved 36 degree weather  in 2013 to watch the Pinson Christmas Parade. The route taken was from Pinson Valley High School down highway 75 turning left on Main Street ending at Triangle Park where the city’s Christmas tree was lit. 



Continue the Holiday Spirit at 6:30 p.m., December 6, 2014  with your Heather Pointe neighbors

You don't have to be a singer  to go CAROLING . We will serenade the community accompanied by the music and voices of professional singers from a portable CD player. Meet @ 6:30 p.m. on the common area (see below)

Wear warm clothing and bring a flashlight.
All children must be accompanied by an adult. 








Got Leftover Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce?

       Second Day Fried Stuffing Bites with Cranberry Sauce Pesto
1 video | Fried Stuffing Balls (01:53)

Total Time:
14 min                                  
Recipe copied from  foodnetwork.com 

Prep:
10 min
Cook:
4 min

Yield:
4 to 6 servings


Ingredients

Leftover stuffing
2 eggs
2 teaspoons milk
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup cranberry sauce
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup walnuts
Oil, for frying

Directions

Preheat oil to 350 degrees F.

Cut leftover stuffing into bite-sized cubes and set aside. In a small bowl whisk eggs and milk. Coat each stuffing bite with this egg wash, then dredge in the bread crumbs until fully coated and set aside. In a food processor blend cranberry sauce, pepper and walnuts and set aside. Once oil is at temperature fry each piece of stuffing until golden brown about 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel and serve with cranberry pesto.

Recipe courtesy Sunny Anderson

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