They were absolutely helpful and friendly!! They fixed my key fob and got me going. Instead of…read moregoing to your expensive dealership, try Gifts and Gadgets.

This place has everything you need. Great prices on key fobs and friendly, efficient service. Worth…read morethe ride to Bessemer.

After giving Bloom and Petal a second chance, we are now done with them. On Valentine's Day, my…read moreroses were over opened and one of them was broken and held together with a wire. The owner messaged me and assured me they don't put wires in their flowers. He sent over a new arrangement with fresh flowers. The arrangement I received Monday for our 35 anniversary was even worse! It was an almost $400.00 arrangement and it was dead by Tuesday. I took it apart to try and salvage some of the flowers; only to discover that two of the orchids were just the bloom wired to a florist pick. Not in water! I certainly don't need to hear from the owner.

We live in TN and wanted to send a beautiful plant to some dear friends in Birmingham Thanking them…read morefor a blessing the gave to us. We searched the florists and choose Bloom and Petal, for their prices, location, and the looks of the images of their offerings. We called shortly after they opened and the lady was very friendly and most courteous with taking our order. She said it could be delivered today and that was awesome. We chose the 8" Peace Lily. Just before noon we received picture from our friends. It was stunning! Absolutely a perfect plant with 8 blooms. Thank you Bloom and Petal Sincerely, Kim and Peggy Atoka, TN

I ordered the Sampler basket for my boss and his family when there was a death in their family…read more They were elated with it, said it had beautiful flowers and a great amount of goodies in it. Also shipping was spot on! Thank you so much for the great service!!!

From the owner: Welcome to Contri Brothers' Gift Basket, Birmingham's respected name for gift deliveries! Our…read morefamily has been creating and delivering delicious fruit & gourmet baskets and delivering them to happy homes and offices for over 50 years. We invite you to browse our selection of baskets, chocolates, cookies, hams, turkeys, steaks and our gorgeous floral selections - designed by The Arrangement at Contri Brothers. Don't see exactly what you are looking for or have special requests for the gift? Rely on the personalized service that Contri Brothers is known for! Call (800) 289-2242 and we will customize your basket with all the favorites you are looking for - everything your recipient will love. Our dependable delivery service makes it easy for you. Trust Contri Brothers Gift Basket and "The Arrangement at Contri Brothers" - We've been delivering Gifts and Smiles for over 50 years!

I finally made my way into the Birmingham Museum of Art after driving past it for years like,…read more"Yeah, I'll get to that one day..." Well, that day finally came--and turns out, I've been sleeping on a gem this whole time. First off, free admission? That'll get your attention quicker than a "buy one get one" sign. But seriously, this place is legit. It may not be on the scale of New York City or Chicago, but it absolutely punches above its weight. Birmingham quietly flexing, and I respect it. I started out in the sculpture garden, and with it being spring, the blooming dogwood trees added a layer of nostalgia that hit just right. Between the flowers, the fresh air, and the artwork, it was one of those "slow down and take it in" moments. Not bad for a place I used to ignore at red lights--or even flying past it doing 80 on 59/20. Inside, the collections are surprisingly deep and diverse. European, American, African, Asian--you name it. I spent a good bit of time in the African galleries, which meant a lot to me having traveled to Tanzania several times. It's one thing to read about cultures, but seeing the art up close brings a whole different level of appreciation. They also had a traveling exhibit featuring Claude Monet, and I'll just say--pictures don't do that justice. The way he plays with light and color is something you've got to see in person. The Renaissance pieces were another highlight, especially the Madonna and Child panels. You can actually see the craftsmanship in the materials--it makes you realize these artists weren't just talented, they were patient... like next-level patient. There's also a really cool mix of American artwork that captures early Alabama life. One painting in particular shows a whole social scene--different classes, different backgrounds--all in one place. It's like a historical snapshot, and honestly, probably more accurate than some of the stories we've all heard growing up. Now let's talk about the staff--because that matters. Every person I interacted with was friendly, welcoming, and actually knew their stuff. I asked a few questions, and instead of getting a quick "I think so," I got detailed answers that made the experience even better. That's the kind of thing you remember. Swing by the gift shop or grab a snack on the second floor--they're ready to welcome you. What I appreciated most was how the museum connects everything. You walk through different cultures, different time periods, and somehow it all ties back to the same themes--faith, identity, daily life, legacy. Makes you realize people haven't changed all that much... we've just gotten better at Wi-Fi. Walking out, I couldn't help but laugh a little--I've passed this place for years and had no idea what I was missing. Safe to say, I won't make that mistake again. In fact, this was my second visit in less than a month. If you're local or just passing through Birmingham, this place is absolutely worth your time. Take it from someone who learned the hard way--don't wait as long as I did. Well done, Birmingham!

We decided to visit the museum to see their 'Monet to Matisse' exhibit. I checked occasionally in…read morethe week leading up to our visit. Their website displays how many tickets are remaining for the day. I wanted to ensure this wasn't selling out for our day, in which case I'd have bought tickets in advance online. However, they still showed over 1000 tickets available the day before, so I opted to just buy them at the museum. We had issues with navigation in Birmingham already, and those continued en route to the museum. For whatever reason, the app directed us over a mile beyond downtown and then had us get off the highway, cross the overpass, and double back (?). We actually switched apps a bit later as we were sure there was an issue. We eventually found the museum, though. It wasn't obvious from the front, but apparently the museum does have its own free parking lot behind the building. We ended up parking in a deck a few blocks away, but thankfully that only ended up costing us $3. The museum is normally free for entry, I believe. Donations are encouraged. However, for special travelling exhibits, there was a charge (about $25 per person). This was handled at a kiosk just outside the exhibit. We toured the exhibit and enjoyed it. Works were arranged in 3 large rooms. It was crowded, but manageable. After seeing that, we opted to check out some of the permanent collection before leaving. On the upper level (where we were) there are several rooms devoted to Asian arts (samurai armor from Japan, jade and buddha statues from China, etc.). Korea and India were also represented. If we'd had more time, we would have explored more on this floor. We descended to the first floor and checked out some of the European galleries as well as the end of the wing that is devoted to American art. They had interesting works on all these areas. If I lived in the area, I'd likely come here to check out the permanent collection. Maybe we'll be back at some point to see more of it. This was well worth stopping by if you like art. (I will limit my photos to the permanent collection.)

I'd love to do business with Sweetspire Gardens, after reading the nice reviews, and to do business…read morelocally. We recently moved to the area and would like to landscape our newly fenced backyard. They are never open!

From the owner: We are your premier garden center and home goods store that is family owned and operated with over…read more23 years of horticulture experience. The owner has an expertise in landscape design and very knowledgeable about the plants and flowers to best suit you and your garden in that design. Think of us as your personal garden, landscaping, and plant consultant. From perennials and annuals to the most unique bushes, plants, and trees, we can help you with the best landscaping to surround your home. We take pride in helping you become successful in your own gardening, whether that's just the landscaping around your house, or if you want to learn to plant a garden with many different types of vegetables and herbs. We also have many home decor items to be used for garden decorations as well as inside your home. We are also the perfect gift shop for all of your hard to buy for friends. Stop in today for flowers, plants, landscaping consulting, or last minute gift ideas.

Great service! special ordered a dress came back in 6 Days! store is a bit unattractive but I…read moresuppose that's why the prices are so reasonable. Owner is very pleasant and friendly which made for great customer service. Staff is helpful as well