Hope Community

FoodRx Cooking Class and Dinner - August 2024
2024-08-09 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | USA Health Mapp Family Campus, 21950 AL-181, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Registration is required as space is limited. Cost is $50 per person to reserve your spot. Please visit this link to reserve your spot.
Join us for a healthy cooking class and dinner where 20 dinner guests will learn about how food is medicine and its important influence on health and disease through a hands-on teaching demo with plant-forward recipes from a dietician and a chef. Dinner is enjoyed afterwards. The theme for this class is Southern Soul.
August 9, 2024 Cooking & Dinner Menu:
(subject to change)
-Crisp Smashed Potatoes with Jalapeno Tahini
-Three Sister’s Hoppin John
-Grilled Peach and Tomato Salad with Spiced Pecans and Whipped Goat Cheese
-Herb Crusted Snapper with Sauteed Summer Vegetables
-Summertime Strawberry Granita
Our hope is that classes like these will provide the knowledge and tools for everyone to take control of their health with food, even those who may not have the means to access fresh, whole foods frequently or easily.
This will be a wonderful evening with great company, fascinating information, and excellent food.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Register for Friday, August 9th class and dinner starting at 5:30pm at the USA Health Mapp Family Campus>>
Read More About FoodRX>>

Hope Community Third Saturday Clean-Up Day - August 2024
2024-08-17 08:00 - 13:00 | AL
Please join us on Saturday, August 17th, from 8am to 12pm for our monthly Third Saturday CleanUp Day at Anna T. Jeanes!
(intersection of Twin Beech Rd/S. Section St. in Fairhope).
There are many large blocks of cement in the back area of the ATJ property preventing us from bush hogging. We would love volunteers to help us canvas the area and remove any large obstacles.
We will also be cleaning out our current raised beds and putting in fresh soil. There is plenty of weeding to do throughout the property and in our flower beds. You‘re welcome to take cuttings of our vibrant zinnias home to enjoy!
We will meet at the ATJ property starting at 8am. Please bring your own gardening and landscaping tool favorites (gloves, shovels, wheelbarrows, chainsaws, clippers, etc).
We will have a potluck lunch afterwards under the oaks starting at noon.
We hope to see you there!

August 2024 Public Meeting
2024-08-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Fairhope United Methodist Church Christian Life Center
Join us at the Fairhope United Methodist Church’s Christian Life Center on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 5:30 pm for our next public meeting. Dr. Elizabeth Wood and her associates from Thomas Hospital will discuss the science behind “food as medicine.” The speakers will be followed by Hope Community updates from our board members and committee chairs. This meeting is open to all!

Story Slam
2024-09-12 17:30 - 20:00 | Page & Palette, 32 S Section St, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
We are delighted to partner with Fairhope Storytellers to host the next story slam event at Page & Palette. The theme is “Transitions”. Think of changes of seasons, places, points of view, etc! We all have made transitions in our lives.

Event schedule:

5:30 Registration of Storytellers
6:00 Drawing of 12 Storytellers
6:15 Storytelling begins

These quarterly events free and open to the public.

See information and footage from previous events here.

FoodRX Cooking Class and Dinner - September 13, 2024
2024-09-13 17:30 - 19:30 | AL
Registration is required as space is limited. Cost is $50 per person to reserve your spot. Please visit this link to reserve your spot.
Join us for a healthy cooking class and dinner where 20 dinner guests will learn about how food is medicine and its important influence on health and disease through a hands-on teaching demo with plant-forward recipes from a dietician and a chef. Dinner is enjoyed afterwards. The theme for this class is Latin Food.
September 13, 2024 Cooking & Dinner Menu:
(subject to change)
Picadillo Stuffed Peppers
Vegetarian Enchiladas Verde
Gallo Pinto
Vampiro Tacos
Cucumber Pineapple Sorbet

Our hope is that classes like these will provide the knowledge and tools for everyone to take control of their health with food, even those who may not have the means to access fresh, whole foods frequently or easily.
To reserve your spot, you may register and submit your $50 contribution online through the link below. This will be a wonderful evening with great company, fascinating information, and excellent food. We look forward to seeing you there!
Register for Friday, September 13th class and dinner starting at 5:30pm at the USA Health Mapp Family Campus>>
Read more on our FoodRx events>>

Hope Community Public Meeting
2024-09-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Fairhope United Methodist Church Christian Life Center
We are thrilled to have Karlos Finley, Executive Director of the Africatown Redevelopment Corporation (ARC), as our next speaker for our September public meeting. Mr. Finley will be sharing more about the ARC and its mission to revitalize housing, preserve history, and attract/develop commerce in the area known as the Africatown Historic District in Mobile, Alabama. It is sure to be a fascinating evening. All are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Date: Tuesday September 24, 2024
Time: 5:30pm
Location: Fairhope United Methodist Church Christian Life Center

FoodRX Cooking Class and Dinner - October 2024
2024-10-11 17:30 - 19:30 | AL
October’s FoodRx: Mediterranean
Join us for a healthy cooking class and dinner where 20 guests will learn about food as medicine and its important influence on health and disease.
Guests will participate in a hands-on teaching demo with healthy recipes from a dietician and a chef. All will enjoy a dinner of their own creation after the workshop.
Registration is required as space is limited. Cost is $50 per person to reserve your spot. Please visit this link to reserve your spot.

October 11, 2024 Dinner Menu:
Farro and Chickpea Peperonata
Vegetarian Moussaka
Shrimp and Pine Nut Greek Salad
Spicy Red Pesto and “Meatballs”
Lemon Basil Italian Ice

Our hope is that classes like these will provide the knowledge and tools for everyone to take control of their health with food, even those who may not have the means to access fresh, whole foods frequently or easily.

This will be a wonderful evening with great company, fascinating information, and excellent food. We look forward to seeing you there!

Register for Friday, October 11th class and dinner starting at 5:30pm at the USA Health Mapp Family Campus>>

Read more on our FoodRx events>>

Hope Community Public Meeting - October 22, 2024
2024-10-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Fairhope United Methodist Church Christian Life Center
Please mark your calendars for our Volunteer/Member Appreciation Night! In lieu of a monthly guest speaker, we invite you to join us as we come together to celebrate the fuel that keeps our Hope Growing…Our Volunteers!
When: October 22, 2024 at 5:30pm
Where: Fairhope United Methodist Church’s Christian Life Center – 155 S. Section Street

FoodRX Cooking Class and Dinner - November 2024
2024-11-17 14:00 - 16:00 | AL
Get Ready to Gobble Up the Goodness!
Join us in creating a flavor-packed, turkey-free Thanksgiving feast!
Our next FoodRx will be Nov. 17th at 2pm – right in time to explore tasty, healthy and meat-free options for Thanksgiving. You are sure to be grateful for this lively, educational, and entertaining event!
**FoodRx is a new initiative from Hope Community and USA Health’s Integrative Health & Wellness department. Our mutual goal is to share knowledge on healthy cooking and the positive impact a plant-forward diet has on health and disease.
Chef Troy and Dominique Kline from the Hope Farm will be leading the hands-on cooking class for November.
We hope you will join us as we kick off the holiday season with hearts and bellies full of gratitude for new friends and new ways to explore healthy, plant-based holiday alternatives. We look forward to seeing you there!

Registration is required as space is limited.
We are able to accommodate 20 participants at each event. A contribution of $50 is requested per person. Payment can be made online through this registration link.
Date:
Sunday, November 17, 2024
Time:
2:00pm-4:00pm
Location:
USA Mapp Family Medical Office Building
3rd Floor – Teaching Kitchen
21950 Hwy. 181, Fairhope, AL 36532
This will be a wonderful evening with great company, fascinating information, and excellent food. We look forward to seeing you there!
Register here for Sunday, Nov. 17th class and dinner starting at 2:00pm at the USA Health Mapp Family Campus>>
Read more on our FoodRx events>>

Story Slam - November 20, 2024
2024-11-20 17:30 - 20:30 | AL
Be sure to join us at the next Story Slam! Registration at the The Book Cellar at Page & Palette begins at 5:30 PM. Prepare for an inspiring evening of storytelling to start at 6:15 PM.
We’re excited to collaborate with Fairhope Storytellers as they present this Story Slam at Page & Palette’s Book Cellar. The theme for the stories will be ‘Family Traditions.’ This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with your community through the power of storytelling. Mark your calendars for a night you won’t forget!
Story Slam Rules:

Stories are limited to 6 minutes
Stories should be personal and true
No notes or props (music is okay)
No -isms tolerated

DATE: November 20th, Wednesday
Event schedule:
🕠 5:30 Registration of Storytellers
🕕 6:00 Drawing of 12 Storytellers
⏰ 6:15 Storytelling begins
These quarterly events are free and open to the public.
See information and footage from previous events here: https://bit.ly/story-slams

FoodRX Cooking Class and Dinner - December 2024
2024-12-13 17:30 - 19:30 | USA Health Mapp Family Campus, 21950 AL-181, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Kickstart Your Holiday Season with Healthy Recipes to Fuel Your New Year’s Wellness Goals!

Register Here
Set the stage for a vibrant new year with colorful foods and a fresh perspective at our December FoodRx event with special host Kristin Alpine of Wildflowers and Fresh Food. This healthy cooking class & dinner will be held on December 13th at 5:30 PM at USA Health’s Mapp Family Campus in Fairhope.
Kristin Alpine, RN, has been on a mission to bring joy back to the kitchen in a nurturing and nourishing way. Her plant-forward classes and events center around fresh colorful, whole foods from her garden or local farmers to ignite all of the senses in her delicious dishes. Food is meant to be savored and experienced, not to be eaten like products. And Kristin has the recipe for living that can benefit us all!
“During class, I love to talk about where I got the local produce, the healing properties of the beautiful foods we use and the life enhancing results of sharing food with one another or simply taking care of ourselves by cooking for one. The simple act of muddling herbs or zesting citrus literally lowers our parasympathetic nervous system so we can rest and digest as our bodies were designed to!” (from wildflowersandfreshfood.com)
Learn more about how bringing awareness to every part of preparing meals creates an atmosphere for optimal health. The principle of Rest and Digest reflects these practices well. Our often chronic fight or flight response can be minimized when we stay present enjoying the splendor of everything that comes with eating healthy.
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Cooking Class & Dinner Menu:
Furikake Cucumbers and Celery Starter
Black Bean and Sweet Potato Enchiladas, Lime Pickled Red Onions, Lime Crema
Dark Chocolate Dipped Apricots with Crushed Pistachios for Dessert
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“Let food be your medicine and medicine be your food.” – Hippocrates
“When you start eating foods without labels, you no longer need to count calories.” – Amanda Kraft
“To change our eating habits, we must learn to eat mindfully, being more aware of chewing and tasting what we eat so that the brain can register the incoming nutrients.” – John M. Poothullil
This interactive, healthy cooking class and dinner is sure to leave you feeling refreshed and inspired!
ABOUT FOODRX:
FoodRx is an initiative from Hope Community and USA Health’s Integrative Health & Wellness department. Our mutual goal is to share knowledge on healthy cooking and the positive impact a plant-forward diet has on health and disease. Twenty dinner guests learn hands-on, plant-forward cooking strategies and methods from local culinary and integrative health experts focusing on the positive impact culinary medicine and evidence-based nutrition have on health and disease. The class breaks into small groups, each preparing a portion of the meal before enjoying the communal dinner together around the dinner table.
Our hope is that classes like these will provide the knowledge and tools for everyone to take control of their health with food, even those who may not have the means to access fresh, whole foods frequently or easily.

Registration is required as space is limited.
We are able to accommodate 20 participants at each event. A contribution of $50 is requested per person. Payment can be made online through the link below.
Date:
Friday, December 13, 2024
Time:
5:30pm-7:30pm
Location:
USA Mapp Family Medical Office Building (Fairhope)
3rd Floor – Teaching Kitchen
21950 Hwy. 181, Fairhope, AL 36532
This will be a wonderful evening with great company, fascinating information, and excellent food. We look forward to seeing you there!
Register here for the Sunday, Dec. 13, 2024 FoodRx class and dinner starting at 5:30pm at the USA Health Mapp Family Campus in Fairhope>>
Read more about our FoodRx events>>

Our Roots Run Deep 5k Run/Walk
2025-01-04 08:00 - 12:00 | AL
Hope Community in collaboration with the Mobile Bay Maker’s Market invite you to join us in our first annual 5K run & walk in the historic Fairhope South neighborhood on January 4, 2025.

After the race, we invite the community to enjoy food, music, market, and fellowship while strolling through the booths of local makers and growers of Baldwin County on the grounds of the Anna T. Jeanes school property.

Read More & Register>>>

FoodRX Cooking Class and Dinner - January 2024
2025-01-17 17:30 - 19:30 | USA Health Mapp Family Campus, 21950 AL-181, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Ready to spice up your culinary skills?

Join us for our January FoodRx event: Mardi Gras Edition on January 17, 2025!

Dive into the vibrant flavors of New Orleans with a healthy twist in this hands-on cooking class led by Executive Chef Matt Palamara. Together, we’ll create nutritious versions of classic Cajun and Creole dishes before sitting down to enjoy a delicious dinner of our own making. Space is limited to 20 guests, so make sure to register early. The cost is $50 per person.

Click this link to secure your spot!

Let’s come together for a night of culinary education, flavorful food, and great company. We can’t wait to see you there!

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January 17, 2025 Cooking Class & Dinner Menu:

Vegan Jambalaya

Eggplant Pirogue with Sauce Piquant

Gumbo Z’Herbs (Greens Gumbo)

Maque Choux with Roasted Okra and Blackened Redfish (fish can be served on side)

Bananas Brulée with Whipped Yogurt and Praline Pecans

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Date:
Friday, January 17, 2025
Time:
5:30pm-7:30pm
Location:
USA Mapp Family Medical Office Building (Fairhope)
3rd Floor – Teaching Kitchen
21950 Hwy. 181, Fairhope, AL 36532

REGISTER TODAY!>>

Read more about our FoodRx events>>

January 2025 Public Meeting
2025-01-28 17:30 - 19:00 | Fairhope Unitarian Fellowship, 1150 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, Alabama, 36532
Come one, come all! Our public meetings are back and this month we will meet at the Fairhope Unitarian Fellowship next Tuesday, January 28th, at 5:30 PM.
We are thrilled to welcome our special guest speaker, Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan! Join us as we hear insights on the collaboration between the City of Fairhope and Hope Community with the Anna T. Jeanes School property and updates from our committee chairs about ongoing programs and upcoming opportunities within our community.
We look forward to seeing you there!

FoodRx - February 7, 2025 "Love is in the Kitchen"
2025-02-07 17:30 - 19:30 | USA Health Mapp Family Campus, 21950 AL-181, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Enjoy nourishing meals that bring us together as we share our love for culinary creativity and community with Chef Matt Palamara!
February is all about love, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with delicious, healthy food. Whether you’re flying solo, enjoying time with a special someone, or having a fun night with friends and family, our FoodRx February class is designed to please every palate! Led by Executive Chef, Matt Palamara, this lively culinary experience will have you whipping up gourmet dishes while sharing a passion for good food. You’ll leave with a full belly and a happy heart.
Join us for a fun, hands-on exploration of clean-eating and gourmet cooking. Sign up today and experience why so many have fallen in love with our FoodRx culinary adventures! ✨ (see menu below)
Registration is currently open and is required as space is limited. We are only able to accommodate 20 participants at each event. Cost is $50 per person. Visit this link to sign up: https://bit.ly/foodrx-feb2025
𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗥𝗫 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 & 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘂:
-Fennel and orange salad with olives, potatoes, dill, and pistachios
-Creamy chickpea and pesto pasta with zucchini and spinach
-Balsamic braised chicken and onions with roasted parsnips and radish
-Chocolate, avocado, black bean brownie with banana ice cream

About FoodRx: Our “FoodRx Healthy Cooking Class” brings 20 dinner guests together to enjoy a hands-on, healthy cooking workshop with nutritional insights and health statistics from local physicians, nurses, dietitians and a professional chef. FoodRx events are meant to share the positive impact culinary medicine and evidence-based nutrition have on health and disease. After a brief presentation, class participants divide into groups, each preparing a portion of dinner before enjoying the communal meal together around the dinner table.

Hope Community Public Meeting
2025-02-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Fairhope United Methodist Church Christian Life Center
Don’t miss next Public Meeting on February 25th! Alan Singleton, Chaplain at Mobile Area Interfaith Center (MAIC) in Mobile, Alabama, will be our special guest speaker. He will share information on MAIC’s prison ministry at the Mobile County Jail and how Hope Community members can get involved.

Where: Fairhope United Methodist Church Christian Life Center
When: February 25th at 5:30pm

About Alan Singleton: Alan is an Associate Minister under Pastor Dr. Henry W. Roberts at Word Of Life Community Church in Chickasaw, Alabama and also has a street ministry in the Africatown Community where he serves spiritual, natural food on Sundays after church services. Additionally, he helped start the Africatown Community Development Corporation (ACDC), which restores homes in Plateau, brings grants to the area, and informs people about the last slave ship to come to the U.S., the Clotilda.

Hope Community has helped with donations of thousands of health essentials to the Mobile Area Interfaith Conference whose work supports currently and formerly incarcerated individuals. Learn more about MAIC here: https://hopecommunityal.org/prison-outreach/

Story Slam
2025-02-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Page & Palette, 32 S Section St, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Get ready for another captivating evening of storytelling! We are thrilled to partner with Fairhope Storytellers to bring our community together for an unforgettable Story Slam on Wednesday, February 26, at Page & Palette’s Book Cellar. This year kicks off with the exciting theme, “A Change of Plans.” Join us as we reflect on those unexpected moments that shape our lives.

**If you’re interested in sharing your story, make sure to review our storytelling guidelines and arrive early to register at 5:30 p.m. We’ll draw for storytellers at 6 p.m. The storytelling will kick off at 6:15 p.m.

This event is free and open to the public. We can’t wait to see you there!

Story Slam Guidelines:
Stories are limited to 6 minutes
Stories should be personal and true
No notes or props (music is okay)
No -isms tolerated

https://bit.ly/story-slams

FoodRX Cooking Class and Dinner - March 2025
2025-03-09 14:00 - 16:00 | USA Health Mapp Family Campus, 21950 AL-181, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Reserve your spot for our next FoodRx class and dinner on Sunday, March 9th at 2 PM!
Whether you’re a foodophile or simply looking for a unique culinary experience, Kristin Alpine of Wildflowers & Fresh Food has crafted an irresistible menu for all to enjoy! In this hands-on class, we’ll prepare shakshuka, a wholesome vegetarian Middle Eastern one-skillet dish of eggs gently simmered in a spiced tomato sauce with peppers, garlic, and aromatic spices. For a delicious vegan twist, we’ll make a protein-rich version featuring chickpeas.
No shakshuka experience is complete without warm, freshly baked naan bread—perfect for scooping up every flavorful bite. We’ll also prepare a vibrant spring pea and feta mezza, a delightful complement to our meal. To round out our meal, we will indulge in a colorful Spanish fruit salad bursting with papaya, pineapple, zesty lemon, and a drizzle of local honey.
Alpine will be our guest chef for the afternoon at USA Health’s Mapp Family Campus teaching kitchen in Fairhope. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, you will experience a garden-to-table feast with delicious, plant-forward dishes. Alpine is a registered nurse with a passion for cooking and is committed to bringing joy back to the kitchen. Her classes focus on fresh whole foods sourced from her garden and local farmers’ markets.
Come connect with friends old and new as we share delicious food together.
Location:
USA Mapp Family Medical Office Building (Fairhope)
3rd Floor – Teaching Kitchen
21950 Hwy 181, Fairhope, AL 36532
Read more about our FoodRx events>>
MENU:
Israeli Shakshuka made with fresh country eggs 🌱 (vegan option with wholesome chickpeas available)
Naan Bread
Spring Pea and Feta Mezza
Spanish fruit salad featuring colorful papaya, pineapple, zesty lemon, and local honey.
Come connect with friends old and new as we share delicious food and wonderful moments together. Your palate deserves this treat!
Click here to register!
Date: Sunday, March 9, 2025
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: USA Health Mapp Family Campus
About FoodRx: Our “FoodRx Healthy Cooking Class” brings 20 dinner guests together to enjoy a hands-on, healthy cooking workshop with nutritional insights and health statistics from local physicians, nurses, dietitians and a professional chef. FoodRx events are meant to share the positive impact culinary medicine and evidence-based nutrition have on health and disease. After a brief presentation, class participants divide into groups, each preparing a portion of dinner before enjoying the communal meal together around the dinner table.
Click here to learn more about FoodRX.

FSTC Lecture: Mara Hunter & Shawn Graham Present "We Are Here"
2025-03-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope, 36532, United States
Mara Hunter & Shawn Graham Present We Are Here: Celebrating Hope Community’s Past, Present, and Future
Shawn Graham, Hope Community Founder, will speak about the present and future of Hope Community. Mara Hunter will discuss “We Are Here,” a collaboration between University of South Alabama History Department and Hope Community. We are Here is a digital multi-media and oral history project supported by Alabama Humanities Alliance.
Date: March 18th
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Place: Fairhope Public Library Giddens Auditorium
(501 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532)
For more information, please call 251-92808162 or visit fairhopesingletax.com

Public Meeting - March 2025
2025-03-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Fairhope United Methodist Church Christian Life Center
Join us on March 25, 2025, for our monthly public meeting, where we will share updates on volunteer opportunities and provide in-depth insights into our ongoing projects.
We’re excited to welcome Rebecca Bryant, founder of Watershed, LLC, and Hope Community’s architectural building consultant. She will present our vision for a sustainable, biophilic campus at the Anna T. Jeanes property, along with development plans for the Middle and Young Street property.
Additionally, John Fitzgerald, Board Vice President and Treasurer, will discuss grant opportunities and share insights into our financial strategy as we continue to grow as a nonprofit.
Our prison ministry team will also be collecting essential items for our donation drive at the meeting. If you’d like to contribute, please bring items from the requested donation list below.
We invite you to be part of the conversation and help shape the future of Hope Community!
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍Location: Fairhope United Methodist Church Christian Life Center, 155 S. Section Street, Fairhope.
Prison Donation Drive:
-Large or small deodorant sticks
-Soap (bars)
-Large or small tubes of toothpaste
Shampoo & Conditioner – clear and large bottles of VO5 or White Rain
-Women’s hygiene items
-Large print, soft-cover Bibles
-Undergarments in all sizes for men and women
More donation info can be found at https://hopecommunityal.org/prison-outreach/

Hope Community Health Fair
2025-03-29 09:00 - 13:00 | Anna T. Jeanes School property, 6925 Twin Beech Rd, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Mark your calendars for a day dedicated to your health!
Join us at the first-ever Hope Community Health Fair on March 29, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Anna T. Jeanes school property in Fairhope South. This FREE event focuses on strengthening our community with health awareness and accessible care, especially for the uninsured and underinsured. We’re excited to partner with USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute, Franklin Primary Health Center, and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System to provide prostate cancer screenings, health assessments, nutrition information, and blood pressure checks.
Your health matters! Together, we can tackle the unique challenges our community faces in accessing healthcare. Join us for this important event to gain the tools and knowledge for a healthier future. We can’t wait to see you there!

>>Learn more about our first-ever Community Health Fair>>
>>Learn more and sign up for a simple, free prostate cancer screening (blood draw only)>>

FoodRX Cooking Class and Dinner - April 2025
2025-04-04 17:30 - 19:30 | USA Health Mapp Family Campus, 21950 AL-181, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Thank you for your interest and support of our community development and nutrition education initiatives. This class and dinner is now closed. Please consider registering for our next FoodRx event on May 4th with Executive Chef Matt Palamara (Sushi Class/Dinner with vegan options). See the whole year’s lineup at: https://hopecommunityal.org/foodrx-cooking-classes-and-dinners/
April 4th Event Description:
In honor of Earth Day, Kristin Alpine of Wildflowers & Fresh Food will host another Garden-to-Table FoodRx event celebrating our gardens and more. Alpine is a registered nurse and private chef with a passion for cooking and is committed to bringing joy back to the kitchen. Her classes focus on fresh whole foods sourced from her garden and local farmers’ markets. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with others and embrace the benefits of healthy eating.
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Location: USA Health Mapp Family Campus Teaching Kitchen (3rd Floor)
Come connect with friends old and new as we share delicious and healthy food together.
Register today! Space is limited to 20 people. The cost is $45 per person.
About FoodRx: Our “FoodRx Healthy Cooking Class” brings 20 dinner guests together to enjoy a hands-on, healthy cooking workshop with nutritional insights and health statistics from local physicians, nurses, dietitians and a professional chef. FoodRx events are meant to share the positive impact culinary medicine and evidence-based nutrition have on health and disease. After a brief presentation, class participants divide into groups, each preparing a portion of dinner before enjoying the communal meal together around the dinner table.
Click here to learn more about FoodRX.

CleanUp Day
2025-04-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Anna T. Jeanes School property, 6925 Twin Beech Rd, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Please join us on Saturday April 12th for a community work day to help clean up the historic Anna T. Jeanes School property. Your support makes a difference in preserving and enhancing this beautiful space.
We will meet at the historic Anna T. Jeanes School property (intersection of Twin Beech Road and Section Street) starting at 8am (intersection of Twin Beech Rd/S. Section).
Helpful tools to bring are: mowers, weed eaters, edgers, shovels, lopers, gloves, and wheelbarrows. Contact us with any questions at info@hopecommunityal.org.
We will have a potluck lunch afterwards under the oaks.
We hope to see you there!

April 2025 Public Meeting
2025-04-22 17:30 - 18:30 | UMC Christian Life Center, 155 South Section Street, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Join us for this month’s public meeting on April 22nd. We will host “Roundtable Discussions,” giving Hope Community members an opportunity to connect with one another as we explore what it means to nurture relationships and unity through food, healing, and education. We look forward to seeing you there!

Story Slam
2025-04-25 18:30 - 21:00 | Rotary Youth Club, 19128 Young St, Fairhope, 36532
Get ready for our next Story Slam! Join us on April 25th for an exciting evening of powerful storytelling and community connections. The theme will be “Community”. We are grateful to have the Rotary Youth Club in Fairhope South host this event. We would love to see a packed house to support their generosity. These events are free and open to the public. Mark your calendars for a meaningful and memorable night!
DATE: Friday, April 25, 2025
LOCATION: Rotary Youth Club at 19128 Young St. in Fairhope
TIME:
6:30 Registration of Storytellers
7:00 Drawing of 12 Storytellers
7:15 Storytelling Orientation (Guidance, Order)

See information and footage from previous Story Slam events on our blog.
We look forward to seeing you there!

FoodRX Cooking Class and Dinner - May 2025
2025-05-04 14:00 - 16:00 | USA Health Mapp Family Campus, 21950 AL-181, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special Sushi FoodRx experience with Executive Chef Matt Palamara on Sunday, May 4th at 2 PM.
Join us for an interactive sushi-making experience! This class will explore the Japanese art of creating delicate sushi rolls, nigiri, and sashimi. Both seafood and vegan options will be available for the class and dinner. Please register by noon on Friday, May 2, 2025. Secure your spot today as space is limited to just 20 people. The cost is $45 per person.
Register Here
Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: USA Health Mapp Family Campus in Fairhope, AL
About FoodRx: Our “FoodRx Healthy Cooking Class” brings 20 dinner guests together to enjoy a hands-on, healthy cooking workshop with nutritional insights and health statistics from local physicians, nurses, dietitians and a professional chef. FoodRx events are meant to share the positive impact culinary medicine and evidence-based nutrition have on health and disease. After a brief presentation, class participants divide into groups, each preparing a portion of dinner before enjoying the communal meal together around the dinner table.
Click here to learn more about FoodRX.

Montgomery Field Trip
2025-05-10 07:00 - 19:00 | AL
Join Hope Community’s Charter Bus Trip to the Equal Justice Initiative Legacy Sites in Montgomery
Hope Community is organizing a bus trip to Montgomery’s Equal Justice Initiative Legacy Sites, where you can explore significant exhibits that shed light on our country’s history of racial injustice. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with powerful narratives and reflect on the impact they have on our society today. Seats are limited, so don’t wait—secure your spot now for this important journey through American history.
Saturday May 10, 2025
Depart 7am – Return 7pm
Meeting Place: Anna T. Jeanes School parking lot (6925 Twin Beech Road)
Deadline for Bus Tickets: Please reserve your seat by May 2, 2025.
Itinerary:
The Legacy Museum
The National Memorial for Peace and Justice
The Freedom Monument Sculpture Park
Tickets are $30 per person and include transportation and admission to the Legacy Museum, the National Memorial for Peace and Justice, and the Freedom Monument Sculpture Park.
Lunch is self pay.
Civil Rights Activists, Bob Zellner and Pamela Smith, will accompany our tour.
Buy your ticket to ride at: https://bit.ly/montgomery-trip
More information about each Legacy Site can be found at: legacysites.eji.org
Transportation is provided by Covenant Elite Charter And Tours, LLC.
Schedule:
• 7 am – 9:45am Bus trip to EJI
• 10 am – 12:30 pm Legacy Museum
• 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch on-site at the museum (self
pay)
• 1:45pm – 2:45 pm National Memorial for Peace and
Justice
• 3pm – 4:30pm Freedom Monument Sculpture Park
• 4:45pm – 7pm Return bus trip to Fairhope
More about the trip:
Founded by acclaimed public interest lawyer and Just Mercy author, Bryan Stevenson, EJI is a visionary organization combating mass incarceration and racial injustice. The EJI Legacy Sites offer an unparalleled immersive experience. Explore the profound legacy of slavery and the ongoing fight for racial justice. This powerful journey inspires reflection, connection, and hope for a more equitable future.
Our journey will be enriched by Bob Zellner, a lifelong civil rights activist whose autobiography, The Wrong Side of Murder Creek, inspired the film, Son of the South. He will be joined by his wife, Pamela Smith, a passionate advocate for community building.
Seats are limited—secure your spot today!
Let’s honor the past, inspire the future, and grow together. Don’t miss this transformative event!

Story Slam - A Fresh Start
2025-05-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Page & Palette, 32 S Section St, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Mark your calendars for a night of stellar storytelling! Our next Story Slam will be on Thursday, May 22nd, at Page & Palette’s Book Cellar. The theme is “A Fresh Start”. Interested storytellers please arrive by 5:30 PM to register for the storyteller drawing. Storytelling will start at 6:15 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with your community through the power of storytelling. We hope to see you there!
DATE: Thursday, May 22, 2025
🕠 5:30 Registration of Storytellers
🕕 6:00 Drawing for Storytellers
⏰ 6:15 Storytelling begins
Fairhope Storytellers and Hope Community collaborate to present the Story Slam events that are free and open to the public. See more information and footage from previous events at: https://hopecommunityal.org/story-slam-events-draw-large-crowds-as-community-shares-personal-stories/

May 2025 Public Meeting
2025-05-27 17:30 - 18:30 | UMC Christian Life Center, 155 South Section Street, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Please join us at our next public meeting on May 27th for a special presentation by Olivier Charles, President of Bishop State Community College, as he dives into the rich history of Bishop State and other historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs).
With over a decade of leadership in higher education and a deep connection to the Mobile community, Olivier will share insights into how Bishop State plays a vital role in fostering opportunities for local residents. As the only community college in the City of Mobile, Bishop State is dedicated to empowering students through various degree and credential programs designed to enhance career prospects and support economic growth in the region. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the significant impact of HBCUs in our community. We look forward to seeing you there!
About Olivier Charles:
Olivier Charles has served as the president of Bishop State Community College since 2022, a role he describes as his dream job. His extensive background in Alabama higher education includes serving as the Vice Chancellor for Student Success for the Alabama Community College System, Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management at the University of West Alabama, Director of Admissions and Recruitment at Auburn University at Montgomery, and Dean of Students at Enterprise State Community College.
Growing up in Mobile’s historic Campground neighborhood, Charles’s deep appreciation for community and Bishop State fueled his unwavering belief that opportunity was always within reach.
Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Fairhope United Methodist Church Christian Life Center
155 S. Section Street, Fairhope

FoodRX Caribbean Cooking Class and Dinner - June 2025
2025-06-08 14:00 - 16:00 | USA Health Mapp Family Campus, 21950 AL-181, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
Dive into the vibrant cuisines of the Caribbean Islands with Chefs Troy and Dominique Kline from The Hope Farm as they guide us through this healthy, hands-on cooking class and feast on Sunday, June 8th, at 2 PM!
Come prepared for a delightful explosion of color and mouth-watering flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body!
This FoodRx will explore the benefits of a plant-forward diet for better health.
Space is limited, so don’t miss out. The cost to attend is $45 per person. We can’t wait to see you there!
Please register by noon on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
REGISTER HERE
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: USA Health Mapp Family Campus
About FoodRx: Our FoodRx healthy cooking classes bring 20 dinner guests together to enjoy a hands-on, healthy cooking workshop with nutritional insights and health statistics from local physicians, nurses, dietitians and professional chefs. FoodRx events share the positive impact culinary medicine and evidence-based nutrition have on health and disease prevention. After a brief presentation, class participants divide into groups to prepare the dishes before gathering for the communal meal. FoodRX is a collaboration between Hope Community, USA Health’s Integrative Health and Wellness Department, and the Hive Foundation of Innisfree Hotels.
Click here to learn more about FoodRX.
