Ensley Merchants Association

05/13/2021

Stop H.R. 3

America is known as a leading innovator. If we lose access to ground-breaking medicines, patients will lose access to new cures for diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s. Research and jobs are also likely to move abroad. There are better policy choices.

https://www.uschamber.com/stop-hr3

Stop H.R. 3H.R. 3 = Government Price Controls The House of Representatives has passed harmful legislation, H.R. 3—the Lower Drug Costs Now Act—that imposes government set price controls on prescription drugs. Government price controls will cause hundreds of thousands of Americans to lose their j...

05/10/2021

Ensley's Ramsay-McCormack building will be demolished and redeveloped | Bham Now

The focus of the new development is to help drive foot traffic in the Ensley Commercial District. Ideally, the structure will kickstart a wave of new services and entertainment options, such as restaurants, bars, retail and more.

A proposed rendering of the successor to the Ramsay McCormack building. Rendering via City of Birmingham After extensive inspections, the City of

02/23/2021

#Medicare's #PartD Payment Modernization Model will cause major disruptions to the most vulnerable in our community. Preserving medicare’s six protected classes is essential. We have seniors living within our community with chronic illnesses who need #access to their life saving #medications.

02/22/2021

Mixed-use project eyed for former school in Ensley - Birmingham Business Journal

A mixed-use project could bring apartments and a 15,000-square-foot commercial development to the former Ensley High School property.

Mixed-use project eyed for former school in Ensley

08/12/2020

Opinion | Trump’s Drug Price Panic

We've got to protect drug and biotech innovation in Bham & AL. cc: Senator Richard Shelby Senator Doug Jones

Rep. Terri Sewell

Congressman Mo Brooks

Robert Aderholt

Congressman Gary Palmer

U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne

Representative Martha Roby

Mike Rogers

@Secretary Azar U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
#Jobs #innovation #COVID19

He adopts Biden-like controls that would harm U.S. innovation.

08/12/2020

Fred Davenport WVTM 13 News

Fred Davenport WVTM 13 News

New, highly creative murals have popped up in the Ensley Business District of the Magic City. Birmingham native Erin Mitchell painted this mural titled "Seedling" on a building at the corner of 19th Street and Avenue F. In addition to this artwork, Mitchell has another painting at The Birmingham Museum of Art. Click the video to learn more about Mitchell and her work.

05/18/2020

We're all affected in some way by COVID-19. If you have specific questions, here is a collection of resources that might help!

We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy out there during COVID-19. We're all in some shape or fashion affectedy by COVID-19. If you have specific questions, here is a collection of resources that might help!

07/12/2017

Alright folks we know you're looking for somewhere to grab a quick lunch. We've got Grannys Fish and Grits and Old Towne Pizza for lunch Today! Ensley Eats is happening! #EnsleyEats #EnsleyAlive #EMA

10/16/2014

'100 Lenses: Ensley' exhibit encourages residents to continue conservation on community's...

Don't forget about the 100 Lenses exhibit that's currently at The Bethesda Life Center, Inc! The exhibit is free and open to the public. It will be on display until Nov. 3, and then it will move to the East Ensley Library.

As part of the "100 Lenses: Ensley" exhibit, which opened Sunday afternoon, Kuumba Community Arts asked residents to document the neighborhood as they know it to show the visions, aspirations and challenges of Ensley in the pictures of those who live in the community.

10/09/2014

Much more than crime reports: 'Party with a Purpose' is the true face of Ensley: opinion

"Ensley's not the Wild West, Ensley's more like the charming elderly woman who randomly struck up a conversation with me during the festival: she's experienced ups and downs, but she's warm and engaging. She's a survivor - and she's still smiling. That's the real face of Ensley."

Outsiders paint it as a dangerous, lawless town, stricken by poverty and dilapidation. Residents see a different side.

09/08/2014

REV's Art on the Block coming to Ensley - Birmingham Business Journal

So who's ready for Art On The Block? Thanks to The Bethesda Life Center, Inc for holding this event. #EnsleyAlive

REV Birmingham, in conjunction with Bethseda Life Center's “Art on the Block” will launch a new art initiative in downtown Ensley on Sept. 21.

09/05/2014

Artist aims to show a different side of Ensley through '100 Lenses'

Contrary to popular belief there are GOOD things happening in Ensley. If you haven't picked up your camera to start documenting those things, you still have time. #Ensley

Deidre Clark wants Ensley natives to show off what they love about their neighborhood...

09/04/2014

BIZ 1.0: Entrepreneur Essentials [September 2014]

Are you an Entrepreneur and want to learn the essentials for creating a profitable and sustainable business, you should check out this workshop series by REV Birmingham.

BIZ 1.0 + Entrepreneur Essentials is a four-part workshop series focused on providing the essentials needed to build a profitable and sustainable...

09/03/2014

Are you an artist? Does the thought of teaching your art form to children in Ensley make you so excited you could scream? If so, message us. We have an amazing opportunity for you!

09/02/2014

The Bethesda Life Center, Inc

In need of Eye Care? Check out what The Bethesda Life Center, Inc is doing.

UAB Community Eye Care will be partnering with The Bethesda Life Center, Inc. on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 to provide complete eye exams for children and adults. Appointments are available at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Available to insured and uninsured.

Please call The Bethesda at 788-2200 to schedule an appointment.

09/02/2014

Alease's Edibles

Whoa! Look what's on the menu tomorrow at Alease's Edibles! Be there, or not; but this will definitely be a treat. #Ensley

Alease's Edibles Mid-Week Munch Menu

September 3, 2014

Have a Taste for Salty and Sweet? Chicken and Waffles will fit the treat

Two pieces of Golden Fried Chicken w/a Crispy and Chewy Cinnamon Waffle & beverage

or

One Piece of Golden Fried Chicken w/your choice of two sides, a yeast roll and beverage

Sides
Southern Potato Salad
Sauteed Southern Vegetables (zucchini,onions, mushrooms, peppers, tomatoes and sweet corn)
Buttery White Rice

Yeast Rolls

Choose a meal for $7.00

Dessert - Lemon Pound Cake
$1.50

Ensley SoHo
1820 Avenue E
Ensley, AL 35218
1130 am - 100 pm

08/28/2014

Project uses disposable cameras to tell Ensley's story through residents' eyes

"This neighborhood, this community, is a very vibrant community. There is a lot of history here. We want the people who live here to be able to tell that history, to tell these stories, from their own perspective."

We need your help to tell this story! Interested in participating? Contact Kuumba Community Art by email: [email protected].

100 Lenses: Ensley, put on by Kuumba Community Art, consists of residents taking pictures of whatever they feel is important in their neighborhoods.

08/25/2014

Alease's Edibles

Looking for lunch ideas. Check Out the "Pop Up" Restaurant every Wednesday at Ensley Cosmopolitan Soho. You won't be disappointed!

Alease's Edibles - Mid Week Munch

Wednesday, August 27th Menu

Dog Days of Summer all almost gone, Let's take advantage of those plentiful and delicious Fruits and Vegetables!

Collard Greens
Corn Casserole
Sweet Potatoes
Tomato and Watermelon Salad
Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins
Savory Meatloaf

Choose 4 Vegetables and Bread $5.00
Meat, Two Vegetables and Bread $7.00
Meat, Three Vegetables and Bread $8.00

Dessert
Peach Cobbler $1.50

Ensley SoHo
1820 Avenue E
Ensley, AL 35218
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

08/25/2014

Windows of Downtown Ensley

Stay tuned we have more artists signing up to participate in The Windows of Downtown Ensley.

Local art is helping to renew downtown Ensley. In September you will be able to walk down 19th Street and see for yourself.Last May, the Ensley Merchant Association and REV Birmingham announced plans to enhance 19th Street with an arts program called The Windows of Downtown Ensley. Store windows wil…

08/13/2014

Started on August 7, 2008

Started on August 7, 2008