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Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] COASTAL CHRISTMAS The Wharf transforms to winter wonderland with holiday events Foley Art Center’s 6 week Trim-A-Tree continues thru Dec. 21 The Wharf in Orange Beach will kick off the holiday season with its annual Winter at The Wharf with activities for the entire fam- The Foley Art Center’s 50th Annual Trim-A-Tree, its annual six ily. The property will transform into a winter wonderland with week holiday fine arts and crafts event, continues at its location events all season long, including the Christmas Tree Lighting on in Suite 446 in the Tanger Outlet Center in Foley through Dec. 21 Nov. 28 and great views of the Lighted Boat Parade on Dec. 9. from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday thru Saturday and 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Ice Skating Rink: Nov. 17 - Jan. 14, Main Street front parking on Sundays. lot. Skate on real ice Monday through Friday from 4 to 10 p.m., Trim-A-Tree features wonderful creations by over 200 artist & Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and enjoy Christ- craftsmen from throughout the southeast. All vendors are mem- mas Break (Dec. 16 to Dec. 31) hours from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Ad- bers of the Foley Art Center, and their work has been juried to mission to the rink is $10 and $13 for the skating and Ferris participate. wheel package. Again this year, you can purchase a frequent Gifts and Holiday decorative items for sale include ornaments, skater pass for $80, which includes 10 skate entries. florals, wood carvings, stainglass, fused glass mosaics, textiles, • Photos with Santa: Nov. 17 – Dec. 24 located in the former Cow- driftwood trees, quilts, rugs and jewelry. girls space. Santa Claus will visit The Wharf every weekend in- Originial art in oils, watercolors, mixed media, prints, photo- cluding Fridays from 3 to 7 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. graphs, gourds and hand woven textiles will also be on sale. and Sundays from 12 to 6 p.m. Various portrait packages will be For more info, call 251-943-4381 or visit foleyartcenter.com. Like available for purchase onsite. Foley Art Center on Facebook • Horse & Carriage Rides: Nov. 18-19, Nov. 26, Dec. 1-3, Dec. 8-10, Since 1966 The Foley Art Center, formally named The Perform- GCAA Christmas Market Dec. 15-17, across from ice skating rink. Enjoy the scene of lights ing Arts Association has served the Gulf Coast area with pro- and decor down Main Street with horse and carriage rides from grams in local schools, scholarships for students seeking Dec. 2 at G.S. Presbyterian 6 to 10 p.m. for $20 (group of four) or $5 for a single rider. advanced degrees in the arts and art classes for children and • Holiday Shopping: The Wharf tenants will participate in special adults. From the dreams of fifteen local citizens, it has become a The Gulf Coast Art Alliance hours and offer deals to help accommodate everyone’s gift giving vital force in the cultural development of Baldwin County. Trim- needs. Holiday Open House - Nov. 19, 12 to 6 p.m.; Black Friday A-Tree and its annual Mother’s Day weekend Art in the Park in Christmas Market will be held at First Presbyterian - Nov. 24, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Small Business Saturday - Nov. 25, 10 the John B Foley Park are its two primary fundraisers. a.m. to 9 p.m. The Foley Art Center's gallery is open Jan. - Oct. Located in the Church of Gulf Shores on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. • 12 Days of Christmas Shopping: Dec. 13 – Dec. 24. For 12 con- historic Claude Peteet Real Estate building in downtown Foley. secutive days, The Wharf will announce extra special deals from For more info, call 251-943-4381 or visit foleyartcenter.com. until 3 p.m. Give the gift of art this various tenants including lodging, food and retail. year and stop byto stroll • Holiday SPECTRA: Nov. 28 – Dec. 31, Main Street. A special through this indoor/outdoor holiday production of the SPECTRA Sound & Light Spectacular Sights & Sounds of the Season Dec. 1 at P-Cola Little Theater market and enjoy classic will be performed each night at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. down Main pieces made by local and re- Street. The Gulf Coast Chorale announces that tickets are now avail- • Happy Howlidays Kid & Pet Parade: Dec. 10. Kids and pets able for Sights and Sounds of the Season. The show will be per- gional artists. The market will feature handmade orna- dressed in holiday attire will travel parade-style down Main formed on Friday, Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the Pensacola Little Street at 2 p.m. FurreverHome Rescue will be onsite with adop- Theatre, located at 400 S. Jefferson St. in Pensacola. Doors open ments, note cards, jewelry, pottery, wood art, scented tion opportunities. at 7. Tickets are $10, and are available through the Chorale web- • Jingle Jubilee Kids Craft Day. Dec. 16. This event is a kids craft- site (gulfcoastchorale.org), at the door, and from Chorale mem- candles, paintings and tex- tile art. These items make ing dream with art contests, stations, musical performances and bers. For more info, 850-496-2046, or 850-492-1367. face painting from 12 to 4 p.m. The show is filled with much-loved music evoking images of the perfect gift for anyone on your list! For more info, call For more information and a full list of upcoming events, visit al- Christmas past, present and future. Special guest groups include wharf.com. Gulf Breeze School of Music, under the direction of Miquel Alda- 251-455-7458. honda, and Ballet by the Sea Dance Studio, under the direction of Elise Preston. “We love featuring young performers to give them an opportunity to perform with experienced musicians,” said Brenda Smith, Artistic Director of the Gulf Coast Chorale. “The minute the doors open, you will walk into a Christmas won- derland. You can take your Christmas card picture at our “selfie” station,’’ added Smith. “There will be great choral music, humor, drama, emotion and lots of audience interaction.” Jazz Pensacola’s Jingle Jazz Christmas Show Dec. 4 at Seville Jazz Pensacola’s Jingle Jazz Christmas show is scheduled from 6:30 to 9 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 4 at Phineas Phogg’s, Seville Quar- ter at 130 E. Government St. in Pensacola. Admission is free, and drinks and dinner will be available. The festive evening features jazzy holiday tunes by Dharma Beats - Fred Domulot, Cynthia Domulot and Bob Andrews - plus Joe Occhipinti's Holiday Sax Four Fun. Guests include jazz vo- calists Crystal Joy, Kathy Lyon and Saundra Daggs. "We're going on a 'Holiday Big Band Sleigh Ride,” said. Occhip- inti. “Come get into the holiday spirit with us.’’ Jazz Pensacola is a non-profit organization of business and pro- fessional people, musicians, teachers, students and listeners Pleasure Island Junior Woman’s Club collecting children’s pajamas this season working together for the purpose of advancing jazz music and ed- ucation in Pensacola and the surrounding area. For membership The Pleasure Island Junior Woman’s Club collected children’s pajamas for foster children in our and information, call (850) 433-8382, or visit jazzpensacola.com. area for Christmas. For more information on how to get involved, please email the club at plea- [email protected]. Saturday – December 9 – 1 p.m. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 7 Page 8 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] COASTAL CHRISTMAS Perdido Ecumenical Choir’s Pirates of Lost Treasure need Secret Santa sponsors Christmas concert is Dec. 3 The Pirates of Lost Treasure, the Perdido Key based Mardi Gras The Perdido Ecumenical krewe, is continuing its 20 plus year tradition of raising money for Choir presents Sing We Now its Secret Santa program to provide a Merry Christmas to needy of Christmas, a collection of families. A member of the Pirates of Lost Treasure takes the par- fun Christmas songs and ent shopping and spends $100 on each child. Sometimes these are beautiful sacred selections, on the only gifts these children receive and they often ask for things Sunday, December 3 at 3 p.m. like shoes and coats. The Pirates usually help around 100 chil- in the Holy Spirit Catholic dren. Church sanctuary. All are wel- “Our goal is to help 100 children each year,’’ said Secret Santa come. Please stay for a recep- coordinator Bill Stromquist. “The year of Ivan (2004), FEMA tion in the Family Life Center came to us and asked if we could do more and I went to (Flora- afterwards. The church is lo- Bama co-owner Joe Gilchrist) Joe and he wrote us a check for cated at 10650 Gulf Beach $5,000. Hwy. in Pensacola. Tax deductible donations can either be dropped off or mailed to The Perdido Key Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, or mailed to the Visitor’s Center, 15500 Perdido Key Dr., Perdido Key, FL 32507. Billy Claus & The LuLuBelles at LuLu’s Dec. 9 Stromquist said the recipients are mostly referred to the pro- gram by Southwest Escambia County churches and schools. “We Enjoy a memorable family holiday experience at LuLu’s Annual also hear about kids by word of mouth about the program,’’ he Billy Claus and The LuLuBelles free event the afternoon of Sat- said. “We just picked up a family of five where the husband was urday, Dec. 9 at 1 p.m. The event will be held on LuLu’s Restau- in a motorcycle accident. They are in a tough position.’’ rant beach, located at 200 E 25th Ave. in Gulf Shores. For more Pirates of Lost Treasure Secret Santa info,call Billy Claus is Santa’s warm weather-loving brother who lives in Stromquist at 850-324-3679. the Caribbean but comes this way to help Santa during the Hol- iday season. The LuLuBelles are Billy’s version of Santa’s elves. Billy will visit with the children to hear their wish list to pass on to Santa. Billy and the LuLuBelles will be available for photos with the children. I n addition to kid’s arts & crafts activities, there will also be a reading of Billy Claus and the Spirit of Christmas children’s book written by Lucy Buffett. Stick around for the Nautical Night of Lights Boat Parade starting at dusk. For more info, visit lu- lubuffett.com or call (251) 967-5858. Pictured: Family fun at 2016 LuLu’s Billy Claus event.

Nov. 30 Christmas By The Bay benefits Bald. Humane Society The 22nd Annual Christ- mas By The Bay, a fundraiser for the Baldwin County Humane Society, will be held on Thursday, Novem- ber 30 at The Venue, located at 105 South Section St. in Fairhope, from 6-9 p.m. Food will be provided by Tamara's, a renowned Fairhope restauranteur. J.D. Crowe is Master of Cere- monies, and The Sicily Swing Band from Ocean Springs will provide toe tap- ping dance music. Wonderful rescue animals Swift-Coles Historic Home Christmas Open House Dec. 2 will help in a Twas the Swift-Coles Historic Home in Bon Secour presents A Merry Mu- Night Before Christmas ren- sical Christmas Open House on Saturday Dec 2 from 10 a.m. ‘til dition. Tickets are $50 in 3 p.m. Admission is $15 at the gate and includes an appetizer advance or $60 at the door. buffet and music from Jam N Folk Dulcimer at noon and the For more info, call 251-928- Sandspur Bluegrass Band at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Arts & 4585 or visit Christmas- crafts vendors will also be at the event. The home is located at bythebay.BPT.Me. 17424 Swift-Coles Ln. Info: 251-949-5550 or SwiftColesHistori- “It's all about the animals,’’ cHome.com. said Cheryl Rooker, the event chairperson. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 9 Page 10 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] COASTAL CHRISTMAS Foley United Methodist Pancakes w. Santa Dec. 9 The annual Foley United Methodist Women’s Christ- mas Extravaganza Pancakes with Santa will be Saturday, December 9, from 9am until 11am in the church Spirit Center. For $5, you can pur- chase pancakes and sausage, with your choice of drink. Santa will be present for pic- Nativities From Around World at First Baptist Church of G.S. tures. You may purchase a 3# coffee tin decorated with First Baptist Church Gulf Shores invites The Gulf Coast com- Christmas paper for $10 and munity and visitors to enjoy a time of peace and reflection while St. Andrew by Sea’s Dec. 3 concert segues into nativity fill it with home made visiting Miracle in a Manger. The exhibit, now in its fourth year, Christmas goodies of your features Nativities displayed from around the world. All the dis- A local Christmas tradition will take on a new dimension this choice. Gift boxes that are plays have a story to tell The free display is open daily from 9 year, as the annual Service of Lessons and Carols at St. Andrew filled and ready for gift giv- a.m. until 3 p.m., Friday, December 1 through Sunday, December by the Sea will segue into a live Nativity. Each year, the choirs ing, will be available also. 17. It is the church’s gift to the community. First Baptist Church at St. Andrew, under the direction of Dr. Roger Jones and Joan Knitted and crocheted gifts Gulf Shores is located at 2200 West First St. For more info, call Hand, share a sacred concert. This year's program will include by the Prayer Shawl Group, 251-968-7369 or visit fbcgulf.com. organ, piano, a bell choir, a children's choir, a youth band, along with Christmas crafts strings, and flute. The concert will be Sunday, Dec. 3, at 4 p.m. will be available. Bring a Immediately following, attendees will find a live Nativity out- friend, have breakfast, and side with sheep, goats, donkeys, a camel, as well as holiday re- shop with us. Profits will freshments for all ages. "Our children look forward to the support projects of United music and animals," says Sara Hunter, assistant pastor, "and Methodist Women mission telling the story of that holy night." programs. Dr. Jones, a gifted arranger, has been rehearsing with the choirs since September. The evening is free to all. Child care will be provided. For more information, call the church at 968- 3900.

Family Promise Chocolate St. Patrick’s Christmas Bazaar Dec. 1-3 in Robertsdale Affair Dec. 7 in Daphne The St. Patrick’s Ladies Auxiliary invites you to its yearly Christmas bazaar. The bazaar will take place on December 1 – 3, Family Promise of Baldwin and opens at 8:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 23035 AL County, a homeless shelter 59, in Robertsdale. The bazaar features approximately 130 gift program for families with baskets, unique hand crafted items, needlework, baked goods, and children, will host its 10th much more. Tommy Cain, a member of the Parish, donated 76 Anniversary Event - The hand crafted pens made from various woods and epoxy. Judy Jar- Chocolate Affair on Thurs- molinski constructed a rocking horse which will be sold in a silent day, Dec. 7 from 6-9 p.m. at auction. Other items available for purchase include bird feeders, the Daphne Civic Center. wooden spoons, Afghans, scarves and caps and other unique Tickets are $25 and spon- items. Proceeds from sales benefit community charities, St. sorship packages are avail- Patrick’s church and school. Santa & Mrs. Claus will be in Lillian for breakfast visit on Dec. 9 able. For more info, call Pictured: Back Row – Felicia Weimer, Carolyn Bell, Karen Beier- 251-947-5641 or vsiist fami- lein, Fran Frayne; Front Row – Heidi Childress, Cheryl Connor, By Sally McKinney lypromisebc.org. The event Pam Ackis. Santa and Mrs. Claus will return to Lillian to visit with the chil- includes live and silent auc- dren and their families at the annual Breakfast with Santa on tions, chef’s choices, live Saturday, Dec. 9. The event is sponsored by the Optimist Club of music by Bo Grant (formerly Perdido Bay. from the Platters), heavy hor A free breakfast will be served beginning at 8:30 a.m. for the d’oeuvres and desserts ga- Advertise Where It Counts: boys and girls and their families in the Lillian Community Club. lore! Afterwards Santa will distribute gifts to children from infants to Family Promise of Baldwin age eight. Family members are welcome to take pictures of the County’s mission is to pro- 850-492-5221 • 251-968-5683 children with Santa. vide shelter and case man- Pictured: Allaya Hilliard gives Santa a big hug at the 2016 agement services to Breakfast with Santa sponsored by the Optimist Club of Perdido homeless families with chil- Bay. dren. mulletwrapper.com Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 11

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The season’s celebrations include Magic Christmas in Lights at Bellingrath Gardens and Home, a classical Christmas concert, events at the Gulf State Park, ice skating, an arts and crafts show, the lighted boat parade and much more.

AlabamaCoastalChristmas.com Page 12 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] COASTAL CHRISTMAS book date back to the 1880’s. The book also in- Authors to sign copies of O.B. cludes “then and now’’ pictures, as reflected on the front cover. Those pictures uniquely illus- history books on Dec. 2 & 9 trate the incredible changes Orange Beach has experienced through the city’s growth. Just in time for Christmas, Orange Beach his- “There were very few people living here when torian Margaret Childress Long will sign copies we came down from Evergreen in 1949,’’ Mar- of her two books, “The Best Place to Be – The garet said. Story of Orange Beach, Alabama” and “Orange Margaret said the authors thought their pic- Beach, Alabama – A Pictorial History’’ at St. ture book would top out at 80 pages. They Charles Cards & Gifts on Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. ended up with a major editing job just to get it ‘til 2 p.m. and The Emporium on Dec. 9 from 10 down to 192 pages. a.m. ‘til 2 p.m. Co-au- Long moved to Orange Beach from Evergreen thor, Michael D. when she was just two months shy of her sec- Shipler, (pictured ond birthday. She went to Foley High and with Long) will also Auburn, and despite 12 years teaching school in 11th Annual Taste of the Islands Dec. 1 at O.B. Event Center be at the signings. Creola, she has always called Orange Beach St. Charles Cards home. The Mystical Order of Mirams will sponsor the 11th Annual and Gifts is located She and her husband (Buddy) live in the same Taste of the Islands on December 1 at the Orange Beach Event next to Wal-Mart house where Margaret’s parents lived for more Center at the Wharf. A few tickets are still available, so get yours Shopping Center on than 50 years. Her dad paid $12,500 to Dr. now. Perdido Beach Blvd. Amos Garret of Robertsdale, her mom’s first The Taste is the event of the year featuring local cuisine from in Orange Beach, and cousin, in 1949 for the 300 ft. waterfront parcel. over 30 restaurants, live music by the Webb Dalton Band, cock- The Emporium is located just to the east in the A teacher at Fairhope Middle and High Schools tails and a silent auction. Do your Christmas shopping while en- Winn-Dixie Shopping Center. and Elberta Middle School, Margaret served the joying a fun and festive evening. Ring in the Christmas season Having already collected hundreds of pictures island as school board representative for six with your friends. from people wanting to share their local history years after her mother died in 2000. Her father Tickets are $60 each or $600 for a reserved table of ten. To pur- following the 2006 publication of “The Best died less than a year before that. A fisherman, chase, please contact any Miram member or go to the Mirams Place To Be,’’ Long and Shipler released their hunter and farmer, her father also owned a website at mirams.info, Taste of the Island page and fill out the follow-up, a condo style-coffee table book, in farm in Silverhill. Sons Wesley and Brooks have request form. The Mirams look forward to seeing you there. 2016. turned the farm into the popular Alligator Alley Pictured: Holiday party fun at the 2016 Taste of the Islands. Some of the more than 600 photographs in the tourist attraction.

Pet Photos in the Sand All About Dogs fundraiser Dec. 2 at Gulf State Park The 6th Annual Pet Photos in the Sand event, a and the Going to the Dogs Golf Tournament at fundraiser for All About Dogs Coastal Rescue, is Craft Farms. “We are an all volunteer rescue and scheduled on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. ‘til 1 adoption organization. Every dollar donated to p.m. at Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion (22250 the charity goes directly to care for its rescue East Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores). For a $25 dona- dogs,’’ said coordinator Beverly Hicks. “We owe a tion to the all volunteer group, patrons will re- huge thank you to Mark Worden of LightWave ceive an 8” by10” photo or a digital download that Photographs for his amazing photography and can be used for Christmas cards. Professional the many long hours he puts in to help our rescue photography will be provided by Lightwave Pho- dogs and to make this a successful fundraiser.’’ tographs. Pictured: Pets & owners from past Pet Photos For more info, email [email protected], in the Sand fundraisers. visit allaboutdogscr.com or call Beverly at 843- 813-1291. In six years, All About Dogs has res- cued 560 dogs of which half have gone to wonderful, loving homes on the East Coast and New England. With the help of American Lab Rescue, many beautiful and well deserving large dogs have been given a chance to survive. Other fundraisers include yard Paws Meet Claus at Magnolia by the Gulf Veterinary Clinic Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 13 Page 14 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] A HARVEST FEST AT GSUMC RAISES FUNDS FOR MOTHER’S DAY OUT

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event. Magnolia Springs Community Hall is lo- Foley Christmas in Park cated at the corner of Oak St. and County Rd. 49. All proceeds benefit the historic preserva- & tree lighting Dec. 1 tion of the town’s community hall. For more info, call 251-965-9888. Foley's Annual Christmas in the Park will be held on Friday, December 1 at 6 p.m. in Her- itage Park. The event includes the lighting of Polar Express reading & the city Christmas tree, holiday songs and a visit with Santa, complete with elves. The mayor lights the official Christmas tree, train ride Dec. 9 & 23 local groups sing Christmas songs and the Foley Caboose Club provides free train rides on The Foley Depot Museum located at Heritage the Ebert Express around the park for children Park and the Copper Kettle Restaurant will of all ages to enjoy. Folks can stroll through a present The Polar Express on Dec. 9 and Dec. miniature Christmas Village and Christmas 23. Patrons will meet at the museum and travel Tree Lane while enjoying free treats and hot by train to the restaurant to visit with Santa cocoa. Go to visitfoley.org for more details. Claus, enjoy treats, listen to a reading of The Polar Express and meet characters from the Foley Christmas Parade & Let It Snow Dec. 2 movie. Tickets are $15 and 2:30 p.m.& 3:45 p.m. slots are available for reservations on each date. The 59th Annual Foley Kiwanis Club Christmas Parade and Let Robertsdale Christmas Tickets are $15. Call 251-943-1818 or 251-609- It Snow will be held on Saturday, Dec. 2. The parade begins at 10 2832 for more info. a.m. at the National Guard Armory on E. Violet Ave., then pro- in Park & Parade Dec. 2 ceeds south on Ala. 59, before turning west on W. Verbena Ave. The route then turns north on S. Oak Street, then east on U.S. The 2017 Robertsdale Christmas Parade and Christmas Celebration Dec. 3 98, ending at the intersection of Ala. 59 (McKenzie Street) and Christmas in the Park will be held on Saturday, U.S. 98 (Laurel Ave.). Dec. 2 beginning in the Robertsdale High at Baldwin Heritage Museum No matter what the official weather prediction is for the day, School Parking Lot at 6:30 p.m. The parade there will be snow - and lots of it - in Heritage Park following the route begins on Fairground Rd., goes north on Baldwin County Heritage Museum in Elberta parade at the 17th Annual Let It Snow celebration from 11 a.m. Hwy. 59 and disperses at Honeybee Park. Santa will a Christmas Celebration on Sunday Dec. 3 ‘til 3 p.m. and Mrs. Claus will be available for pictures in from 5 - 7 p.m. Enjoy decorations and tradi- Let It Snow is a free event sponsored by the city of Foley and in- Honeybee Park after the parade. The event is tional heritage Christmas time themes from a volves much more than snow. Entertainment includes live music, sponsored by the Robertsdale Rotary Club. For wide variety of cultures. The BCHM tradition - a children’s art village, food vendors, balloon creations, the fa- more info, call 251-947-2626. the Angel Memory Tree lighting - is also part of mous Whoville Hair Salon and inflatable bounce houses. the event. This tree is filled with tributes in The gazebo in Heritage Park becomes an excellent backdrop for memory or in honor of friends, family and loved special Christmas photos with family and friends. Mrs. Claus will Silverhill Christmas ones. For a donation of $10 each, an Angel will also be on hand to read Christmas stories to the children. Santa be named and placed on the tree for the one you will be available Saturday afternoon along with a professional Parade slated Dec. 1 want to remember or honor. The St. Mark’s photographer to make holiday photos. Lutheran Church Handbell Choir will perform The snow is created from 40 tons of ice that are ground into tiny The 2017 Town of Silverhill Christmas Parade immediately following the tree lighting cere- shavings and blown into two separate areas for playing in the will be held on Friday, Dec. 1 at 6:30 p.m. The mony. Refreshments will be available. You may snow – one for younger children and one for the larger children. parade line-up will be in front of Silverhill Ele- bring your favorite homemade treats to share. For more information, go to VisitFoley.org or call the city of Foley mentary School on 4th Ave. beginning at 6 p.m. The musuem is located at 25521 Hwy. 98. Ad- at 251-943-1300. For parade information or an application to par- mission is free. For more info, call 251-986- “Christmas in the Park is a special holiday celebration where ticipate, call 251-945-5198. 8375. our local community and visitors alike come together to enjoy the season in Foley’s beautifully decorated park,” said Linda Hula, Fraternal Order of Eagles Santa will “drop into” events planner for the city. Pictured: Festivities from 2016 event. craft & bake sale Dec. 9 The Flora-Bama Dec. 9 The Coastal Alabama Fraternal Order of Ea- Santa Claus has made time in his busy sched- gles will sponsor a craft & bake sale on Satur- ule to “drop in” and visit local girls and boys on day, Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. ‘til 2 p.m. at its Gulf Saturday, December 9 at the Flora-Bama Shores headquarters at 3859 Gulf Shores Park- Lounge & Oyster Bar on Perdido Key. Festivi- way, Suite 6. ties begin at 11 a.m. with children’s activities, It's time to pick up that special gift for Christ- free eats and hot drinks. Weather permitting, mas or get your baking done early. For more Santa will parachute in later with a bag of info, go to Facebook at Coastal Alabama Frater- Christmas presents. Otherwise, he may arrive nal Order of Eagles or the club website. by fire engine. Bring a nonperishable food item for the local food bank or a new unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots and receive a free beverage. Breakfast with Mr. & Mrs. Claus The Flora-Bama is located on Perdido Key at the Alabama-Florida line. For more info, call Dec. 2 in Magnolia Springs 850-492-0611or 251-980-5118. Other Christmas festivities at the Lounge on Santa & Mrs. Claus will meet the children and the Line include The Thanksgiving and Christ- hear their Christmas wishes at the Town of mas Day potluck, which start at noon and are Magnolia Springs Community Hall from 8-11 open to everyone and the 30th Make It To The a.m. on Dec. 2. Cost is $5 per person including Line 4-Mile Run/Walk & One Mile Fun Roun on pancakes galore and pictures at the family Dec. 30 at 10 a.m. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 17 Page 18 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] COASTAL CHRISTMAS O.B. Garden Club sponsors Christmas lights contest It’s almost time to get those boxes out of the attic or buy the newest outdoor decora- tions to “Light Up Orange Beach” and win a cash prize from the Orange Beach Gar- den Club. For three decades, the Garden Club has held this annual contest, which is a hometown favorite. Judg- Coastal Ballet presents Nutcracker Dec. 3 at Erie Meyer ing takes place in mid De- Christmas Lighted Boat Parade slated Dec. 9 cember and is based on Performances also scheduled Dec. 9-10 at Foley Civic Center overall appearance from the The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber's 32nd Annual Christ- street, creative use of deco- mas Lighted Boat Parade will take place on Saturday, December The Coastal Ballet Academy presents the Nutcracker on Sunday, rations, lighting, blow ups 9. The flotilla will take off from LuLu’s at Homeport Marina in December 3 in Gulf Shores and Dec. 9-10 in Foley. Under the di- and effective use of area. Gulf Shores at around 5 p.m. and finish at Cobalt Restaurant in rection of Madame Rio Cordy Barlow, the ballet academy will To nominate a home, call Orange Beach. There are great viewing areas along Canal Road, bring this classic holiday ballet to life. The Gulf Shores event be- Orange Beach City Hall at at The Wharf and at Cobalt Restaurant, which will host a special gins at 2 p.m. inside the Erie H. Meyer Civic Center located at 251-981-6979 with an ad- flotilla party with live music. 1930 West 2nd Street in Gulf Shores. The Foley shows are sched- dress. The Parade will travel east down the Intracoastal Canal, pass- uled at the Foley Civic Center. on Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 10 at ing The Wharf, rounding Bear Point and heading South toward 2 p.m. Ono Island where it will make a westward turn heading toward Perdido Pass. The Parade will then head up Ole River to the Light Up The Arts Dec. 14 Flora-Bama Ole River Br & Grill for the after party at approxi- mately 8:30 p.m. To sign up to participate call the Coastal Ala- at O.B. Coastal Art Center bama Business Chamber at (251)-968-6091. Additional info on Christmas Service for families who lost children Dec. 10 the parade route, viewing stations and registration is at mygulf- The Coastal Arts Center of coastchamber.com. A Blue Christmas candle lighting service for families who have Orange Beach will hold lost children to disease, accidents, overdose, suicide, or murder Light Up the Arts from 5 will be held beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 10 at Grace p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Lutheran Church, located at 491 West 23rd Ave. in Gulf Shores. Dec. 14. The annual event For more info, call (251) 968-5991. features fine art, hot cider, Breakfast with Santa Dec. 16 at Erie Meyer Civic Center fun raffles, a performance by Gulf Shores Elementary’s Children will have one last minute chance to visit with Santa on Satur- day, December 16 as Gulf Shores hosts Breakfast with Santa at the Erie Dolphin Sound Ensemble H. Meyer Civic Center. Beginning at 8 a.m., families can dive into a whole- and more. Experience hot some breakfast complete with sausage, bacon, eggs and pancakes before glass and cool clay demon- having pictures taken with Santa. Admission for Breakfast with Santa is strations by The Hot Shop $5.00, while children 3 and under are free. The first 50 children will re- and The Clay Studio. ceive a complementary photo. Info: 251-968-1171 or visit gulfshoresal.gov. There will also be a book signing with artist Simone Lipscomb, author of “Finding Brett/Robinson’s Annual Charity Rummage Sale Dec. 9 Home: The Life of Stella Sea Brett/Robinson’s 10th Annual Charity Rummage Sale will be held at the Turtle.” company’s laundry at 25050 Canal Road in Orange Beach on Dec. 9 from For more information on 7 a.m. ‘til 3 p.m. All items must go. The sale includes items donated by em- the art center, visit coasta- ployees, condo owners, friends and people in the Pleasure Island commu- lartscenter.com or call 251- nity, including furniture, household goods, home accessories, clothing and 981-ARTS (2787). toys. Anyone interested in donating, or would like to schedule a time for pick-up of items, please contact Angela Carrel at 981-6901 ext. 17933 or 251-228-0928. The rummage sale will also include a split-the-pot raffle Wales West Arctic Express opens Nov. 24 in Summerdale Merry Market Dec. 8-9 with tickets selling for $1 each. All aboard the Arctic Express at Summerdale’s Wales West RV Resort and Light Railway. Ride an authentic steam train through at O.B. Event Center Rock painting Christmas event Dec. 9 at Foley Library a wonderland of lights, snow, and decorations to the North Pole. The 6th Annual Merry A community sponsored “Rockin’ ‘Round the Christmas Tree” rock paint- Visit with Santa in the winter-wonderland barn and receive a free Market returns to the Or- ing event will be held at the Foley Public Library on Saturday, December wooden toy. Staff can take your family photo with Santa. Free re- ange Beach Event Center at 9, from 1:30 to 4:30 pm. Families are encouraged to attend and paint freshments, mini-train ride, hayride, playground, and bounce The Wharf Dec. 8-9. The rocks for the holidays with others in the community. house. Enjoy the petting zoo, pony rides, and snowball cannon for hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Painting rocks is both a joy for those who create them and for those who a slight fee. Try the cafe's new menu options, and visit a gift shop find them. Posting a photo of both hides and finds on the Foley Rocks Friday, Dec. 8 and 9 a.m. to 5 full of train items ideal for Christmas presents! Arctic Express Facebook page is encouraged. All supplies will be provided at this event p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9. opens on weekends beginning Nov. 24 from 4 to 9 p.m. Beginning and everyone will receive 3 rocks to paint. Feel free to bring your own Over 70 vendors partici- Dec. 11, Arctic Express is open nightly from 4 to 9 p.m. Admis- rock painting supplies with you, too. Light refreshments will also be pate in this two-day event sion is $15 per person, and children 2 and under are admitted served. For the safety of your child, children 12 and under are requested that includes unique gifts, to have adult supervision with them. free. Group rates, field trips, and parties can be booked in ad- arts & crafts, jewelry, ap- Seating is limited so reservations are required. Please call Melanie at vance. Wales West is located on County Rd. 9 between Fairhope parel, baked goods, personal 251-943-1031 to place your reservation or for further information. You and Silverhill. For information call 888-569-5337 or go to items, children's games and can also look for the “Rockin’ ‘Round the Christmas Tree” event page on waleswest.com. Experience the wonder! Facebook and post there if you plan to attend. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 19 Page 20 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] COASTAL CHRISTMAS New route for Dec. 1 Gulf Shores Lighted Christmas Parade & Beach Celebration Dec. 1 costume walk at Tanger benefits Miracle League Gulf Shores will kick off its holiday festivities on Fri- parade can do so by registering online at www.gulf- day, December 1st with the Annual Lighted Christmas shoresal.gov/christmasparade or by contacting Erica Tanger Outlets in Foley will sponsor an after-hours holiday cos- Parade and Beach Celebration on a reversed route from Bassett at 251-968-1434. tume walk ,with all proceeds going to the Miracle League of the Public Beach to Johnnie Sims Park. On Thursday, December 7 the Baldwin Pops Band will Coastal Alabama, on Dec. 1 from 9 p.m. to midnight. Entry fee is The evening parade will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be at the Gulf Shores Cultural Center on County Rd. 6 feature festive lighted floats, as well as appearances West for a traditional Christmas Concert. The Baldwin a $20 donation. Walk day registration begins from holiday characters and marching bands. Large Pops is an organization of volunteer musicians whose at 9 p.m. and the costume walk starts at 9:30 crowds of spectators looking to bask in the holiday mission is to share music in a concert band format free p.m. (Rain or Shine) spirit are anticipated along Highway 59 as parade en- of charge to the citizens of Baldwin County. This is their Dress as Santa Claus, Frosty the Snowman, tries make their way from the Gulf Shores Public 20th concert season and the performance will begin at Elf, Grinch, Gingerbread Man, Candy Cane, Beach to Johnnie Sims Park near the David L. Boden- 7 p.m. Baldwin Pops Concerts are a collection site for Christmas Tree, Reindeer or any other holi- hamer Recreation Center. the US Marine Corps Reserves Toys for Tots program. day themed costume that strikes your fancy. The magical atmosphere from the parade will roll con- Patrons are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped gift. Judges will be roaming the crowd and giving tinuously into the night as a celebration at Johnnie This is a free event and will not require a ticket - first Sims Park will kick off immediately following the pa- come, first serve. prizes for most impressive costumes. The vent rade. Families can enjoy pictures with Santa, holiday Children will have one last minute chance to visit with will include musical entertainment. treats, crafts, a snowball drop with prizes and much Santa on Saturday, December 16th as Gulf Shores The Miracle League of Coastal Alabama, has already procured more. hosts Breakfast with Santa at the Erie H. Meyer Civic municipality sponsored land in South Baldwin County to build a “We want to make sure everyone is aware the parade Center. Beginning at 8 a.m., families can dive into a park that accommodates wheelchairs, walkers and other assis- route is reversed this year,” said Programs and Events wholesome breakfast complete with sausage, bacon, tive devices while helping to prevent injuries. This park will elim- Manager, Brigette Reynolds. “Due to construction tak- eggs and pancakes before having pictures taken with inate barriers that prevent our special needs residents and guests ing place at Gulf Place, the floats will make their way Santa. Admission for Breakfast with Santa is $5.00, from playing side by side with family and friends. Help the Mir- from Gulf Shores Public Beach to West 19th Avenue while children 3 and under are free. The first 50 chil- acle League make “Dreams Come True.” Info: email miracle- and end at Johnnie Sims Park.” dren will receive a complementary photo. For more info, Reynolds noted that anyone interested in entering the call 251-968-1171 or visit gulfshoresal.gov. [email protected] or visit miracleleaguecoastalalabama.com.

GULF COAST ART ALLIANCE ART MARKET & CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 21 COASTAL CHRISTMAS SBCT’s A Christmas Story opens Dec. 1 The South Baldwin Community Theatre in Gulf Shores will present A Christmas Story Dec. 1-2 & Dec. 8-9 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 3 & Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. The play is the first of three Young Artist Series (YAS) plays for the 2017-2018 season. The director is Julie Wessler and the assistant director is Brandi Wittman. Based on the humorous writings of author Jean Shepherd, this beloved holiday movie follows the wintry ex- ploits of youngster Ralph Parker, who spends most of his time dodging a bully and dreaming of his ideal Christmas gift, a “Red Ryder air rifle.” Frequently at odds with his cranky dad but comforted by his doting mother, Ralphie struggles to make it to Christmas Day with his glasses and his hopes intact. Ralphie pleads Annual Coastal Christmas his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself, at Higbee's Department Store. The consistent response: "You'll shoot your eye out!" Dec. 3 at Gulf State Park Christmas Through The Ages Dec. 9 at Ft. Gaines Enjoy all the elements from the beloved movie, as well as addi- Gulf State Park’s Annual The 34th Annual Christmas through the Ages, a living history tional scenes and new characters. A Christmas Story is sure to Coastal Christmas will be get you in the holiday spirit. day for the whole family, is scheduled at Dauphin Island’s Fort held on Sunday, Dec. 3 from Gaines on Saturday, December 9 from 9 a.m. ‘til 5 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults and $9.95 for children. South Bald- 1-3 p.m. at the Gulf State win Community Theater is located at 2022 West 2nd St. in Gulf Experience an 1861 Christmas with the Confederate garrison park Pavilion, located at during this living history weekend for the whole family. A letter Shores. For more info or to buy tickets, visit sbct.biz or call 251- 22250 E. Beach Blvd. in Gulf 968-6721. home from James M. Williams with the 21st Alabama Infantry Shores. Bring the family for Volunteers stationed at Fort Gaines in 1861 provides the blue- photos with Santa, marsh- print for this event. Enjoy the magic of Christmas with a guided mallows by the fire, hot candlelight tour. Join the soldiers from the 1700′s through the chocolate, a children’s choir 1900′s and their families as they celebrate a non-commercial performance and holiday Christmas. Visiting children will have the chance to make a crafts. Admission and activi- seashells ornament and other decorations. Admission for those ties are all free. Info: .ala- 13 and over is $8. Children 5-12 will be admitted for $4, and chil- park.com or gulfstatepark dren 4 and under are admitted free. For more info, call 251-861- on facebook. 6992 or visit dauphinisland.org.

Baldwin Pops Christmas Concerts Dec. 4 in Foley & Dec. 7 in Gulf Shores The Baldwin Pops Band, conducted by Dr. Jason Rinehart, will present "A Gulf Coast Christmas" in both Foley and Gulf Shores. . Both the Dec. 4 show at The Foley Civic Center and the Dec. 7 show at Gulf Shores Cultural Center Auditorium start at 7 p.m. and are free. The concerts continue the 20th Anniversary Season of the Baldwin Pops Band. New conductor, Dr. O.B. Tree Lighting Nov. 28 at The Wharf Jason Rinehart, Associate Director of Bands at the University of South Alabama will lead the band, as it performs a family friendly, festive concert featuring the following pieces and more: Christmas Ready or not, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Or- on Broadway, arranged by John Higgins, Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson, The Little Drummer Boy抯 ange Beach! Decorations are going up all across town and the hol- Bolero, arranged by Julie Giroux, White Christmas by Irving Berlin, and was the Night Before Christ- idays will get a lot brighter on Tuesday, Nov. 28 with the annual mas, arranged by Jack Bullock and narrated by Kenny Graves. tree lighting at The Wharf. The public is invited to join the city at Santa plans to drop in for a short visit with the children during the concert. A Toys for Tots repre- 5:30 p.m. Nov. 28 as it celebrates the beginning of the Christmas sentative from the U.S Marine Corps Reserve will be available to collect new unwrapped toys for season with hot chocolate, cookie decorating, letters to Santa, those who wish to contribute. Christmas carols, the tree lighting at The Wharf’s Marlin Circle This concert is sponsored by the cities of Daphne, Foley, and Gulf Shores. In addition, the Baldwin and a visit by Santa Claus. The community event is free for the Pops Band is sponsored by a grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts. whole family and will include caroling, performances by local Information on the Baldwin Pops Band can be found at www.baldwinpopsband.com, by searching youth artists, and Christmas medleys. For more information and for Baldwin Pops Band on Facebook, or by calling 251-987-5757. a full list of upcoming Wharf Christmas events, visit alwharf.com. Page 22 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING Parrot; Perdido Key. • Food Bank: 9-11 a.m every Wednesday, pages 6-24. Bowl, 2881 S. Jupiter St., Foley; current WED, NOV 22 • Karaoke: 10; The Undertow; Orange Perdido Bay Baptist Church, 12600 Sor- • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. and former Marines and Corpsman wel- • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to Beach. rento Rd. Pensacola; call for eligiblity re- ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, come. pages 6-24. • Karaoke: 6; American Legion Post 44, quirements at (850) 492-2604. Perdido Key. • Rotary Club of Gulf Shores/Orange • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. Gulf Shores. • Bread Ministry: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Or- • Flora-Bama Bingo: free; 1-4 p.m.; great Beach: noon; Gulf Shores Golf Club; visit- ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, • John Joiner & Friends: 7; Hub Stacy’s, ange Beach United Methodist Church prizes, family friendly; 17401 Perdido ing Rotarians and guests invited. Perdido Key. Innerarity Point. Brook's Center. Key Dr., Perdido Key. • Gulf Shores United Methodist Church • Flora-Bama Bingo: free; 1-4 p.m.; great • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 8; • Food Ministry For Hungry Families: • Open Mic: 7; Snapper’s; Orange Beach. Bread Ministry: 9-10; every Thursday; prizes, family friendly; 17401 Perdido Pappa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. noon-1 p.m.; Grace Lutheran Church, • John Lee Sanders: 6; Voyagers Restau- room 103 on the south campus, next to Key Dr., Perdido Key. • Karaoke: 9; The Office, Foley. corner of West 23rd Ave. and West 4th St. rant at Perdido Beach Resort; Orange Crossroad; 251 968-2411. • Frankie G. On Piano: 6:30; Franco’s • Bingo: 7; Moe’s BBQ; Foley. in Gulf Shores; 251-968-5991. Beach. • South Alabama Senior Travelers: 9 Italian Restaurant; Orange Beach. • Big Beach Running Club: 5:30 p.m.; • Perdido Key Rotary Club: 7:30 a.m.; • John Brust: 6; Lobby Bar at Perdido a..m; Foley Senior Center; visitors wel- • Karaoke w. Jeremy Pickins: 6; Margarita Big Beach Brewery in Gulf Shores; all every Wednesday at Triggers. Beach Resort; Orange Beach. come; 251-928-4494. Loca; Gulf Shores. levels welcome. 850.492.8335. • LeAnne Creswell & Lisa Zanghi: 6; • South Baldwin Amateur Radio Club: 7 • Open Mic: 5:30; Tacky Jacks, Gulf • Family Night Dinner & Activities: 5:45 • Storytime at Pensacola Southwest Franco’s; Orange Beach. p.m. 4th Thurs. of every month; Baldwin Shores. p.m.; Saint Andrew by the Sea, 17263 Branch Library: free; infant to 5; 10:30- • Alabama Lightning: 6:30; Flippers, Or- County Emergency Operations Center, • John Lee Sanders: 6; Voyagers Restau- Fort Morgan Rd., Gulf Shores; 678-361- 11; 12238 Old Gulf Beach Hwy; (850)453- ange Beach. McAuliffe Rd., Robertsdale; 251-943- rant at Perdido Beach Resort; Orange 2762. 7780. • Karaoke: 6; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores. 2953. Beach. • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:30 a.m.; • Gulf Shores Lions Club: noon; 2nd & • Karaoke: 8; Tacky Jacks, Ft. Morgan. • Bingo: Bear Point Civic Association on • John Brust: 6; The Lobby Bar at Perdido all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis 4th Wednesday; noon; Gulf Shores Com- • Rick Whaley & Tommy Mazullo: 6; The Bay La Launch Rd. in Orange Beach; Beach Resort; Orange Beach. Center; corner of West 19th Ave. and munity House, 300 E. 16th Avenue; 251- Purple Parrot; Perdido Key. doors open at 6:30 p.m., games at 7 p.m; • Lee Yankie: 5; Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s; West 2nd St. 968-2823. • Karaoke: 10; The Undertow; Orange hotdogs, drinks and snacks available; all Gulf Shores. • Veteran’s Bingo: 10 a.m. -2 p.m.; Ameri- • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Beach. invited; 981-5734. • Squirrel Mullet: 6:30 p.m.; Big Beach can Legion Post 99, Foley. Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 8; • Orange Beach Bridge Club: Tue. & Brewery in Gulf Shores. • Grief Support Group: 10 a.m.; Perdido nerarity Point) Pensacola. Pappa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. Thur at noon; Orange Beach Senior Cen- • Lisa Zanghi & Scott Koehn: 6:30; Flip- Bay UMC Activities Center, 13660 Inner- • 8 Ball APA: 7:30; The Office, Foley. ter; 251-981-3440. pers, Orange Beach. arity Point Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pen- • Marine Corps League of South Baldwin • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • Karaoke & Dance Party: 6; The Purple THU, NOV 23 sacola; 850-492-2135 • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to County: 6 p.m. on 4th Thursday; The Gulf Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- COASTAL CHRISTMAS funds for park needs. The scope of activities in- ‘Bama’s Not So Silent Christmas cludes supporting the park and staff, education and fostering an understanding and apprecia- on Dec. 7 includes sweater contest tion for nature and the environment. The Flora-Bama will present its first Not-So- Silent Christmas Show benefiting Secret Santa Fairhope Christmas on Thursday, Dec. 7 from 7-10 p.m. The fundraiser will be hosted by Jack Robertson of Parade scheduled Dec. 1 The Big Earl Show fame, but Robertson prom- ises the event sill be a “clean and fun show.’’ Fairhope's Magical Christmas Parade will take Tickets are $5 at the door and festivities in- to the that city’s downtown streets on Friday, clude a contesdt for tackiest sweater and most Dec. 1 beginning at 7 p.m. at the intersection of festive outfit. The ‘Bama will also be offering Morphy and Section special priced holiday drinks. Street. The parade con- Leading holiday songs with Robertson during tinues down Section to the party will be Jason Justice, Cathy Pace, Oak Street and back up Rhonda Hart, Elaine Petty, Brian Hill, Johnny Church St. Handicap Barbato, Al & Cathy, Steve Wilkerson, J parking will be available Hawkins, Neil Dover at the Fairhope Civic Larry T. Wilson, Mel Knapp and Smokey Otis Center. For additional Rhonda Hart’s Barbie Christmas fundraiser Dec. 6 at ‘Bama info, call 251-929-1466. In addition, Santa will Participants are encouraged to dress up like their favorite toys ‘Holidays in the Park be visiting Fairhope on Decc. 2 and Dec. 9 for or dolls for a good cause and join Rhonda Hart for her 9th An- Fairhope’s Santa Saturdays. Santa will be in nual Barbie fundraiser on Wednesday, December 6 in the main Dec. 2 at Big Lagoon front of the Fairhope Museum of History on Sec- room at the Flora-Bama. The party on the state line is sched- tion St. from 10:30 a.m. until noon for children uled from 6-10 p.m., and guests are asked to bring a toy for dis- Holidays in the Park 2017 at Big Lagoon State to visit. Parents may bring their cameras to take tribution to Toys For Tots and Secret Santa. Parkwill be held on Saturday, December 2 from pictures. There is no cover charge and prizes will be presented in several 5-7 p.m. Park entrance fees are waived for this categories for both men and women, including Ugliest Boy Bar- event, which is a free gift to the community for bie. all of their support over the last year to sponsors Downtown Pensacola The Grammy nominated entertainer first organized the party Big Lagoon State Park and The Friends of Pen- as a way to turn her birthday party into a charity event and it sacola State Parks. The event will feature a vi- Christmas Parade Dec. 9 has now become a Christmas tradition. Hart and her invited brant light display and free snacks and friends will be on stage throughout the party. beverages. Santa will be available for take your The Annual Downtown Pensacola Christmas “Everybody likes dressing up in the outfits, even the guys,’’ own pictures. Parade will be held on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 5:15 Hart said. “It will be fun. It alway is fun.’’ For more information, call Emily Price at 850- p.m. on Palafox Street. The parade draws over Hart, who first came to the Alabama Gulf Coast to play at the 492-1595. Big Lagoon State Park is located at 50,000 people and has grown to over 80 entries, Frank Brown International Songwriters Fest, has been singing 12301 Gulf Beach Hwy. in Pensacola, about 1.5 including more than 50 floats! It is televised live and performing since she was a small child. She has written miles east of Perdido Key. on WKRG-TV5, pays tribute to the Navy’s Blue award winning songs, toured with and been the opening act with Friends of Pensacola State Parks is a not-for- Angels and hosts all five local high school bands. many of country music's best know stars. Her song, "Waiting For profit organization dedicated to generating sup- Each year, the parade organizers use profits of The Phone To Ring," charted in the USA and was a No. 1 hit in port for Big Lagoon, Perdido Key, and Tarklin the parade to help local high school band booster Europe. She and Deanna Carter earned a Grammy nomination Bayou Preserve State Parks. The focus of the or- organizations. Nearly $25,000 has been donated for "Did I Shave My Legs For This" in 1998. ganization is to provide assistance and seek to the five area high schools. Ad. 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Adult Entrée (limit 1 kid per adult; ages 12 years and under; starting at 4 p.m.) 251-980-5862 (LUNA) 25689 Canal Road • next to Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar Overlooking Wolf Bay www.lunaseatanddrink.com 26189 Canal Road • 251.980.8400 • www.gtsonthebay.com Honestly Sweet Locally Roasted Coffee Home-made Pastries Delectable Delights 251-980-2899 (BUZZ) 25689 Canal Road • Next to Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar • www.buzzcatzcoffeeandsweets.com Page 24 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING nerarity Point) Pensacola. FRI, NOV 24 Gulf Shores pares school board hopefuls to 20, applies for grant for more sidewalks near beach • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to pages 6-24. By John Mullen “Due to the construction that’s going on in Gulf Place and the end • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. The City of Gulf Shores has winnowed the list of applicants for the of Highway 59 near the beach, we are proposing that we reverse ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, new Gulf Shores School Board from 34 to 20 and will present the the route of the parade this year,” Recreation and Cultural Affairs Perdido Key. final five members at a council meeting on Nov. 27, Mayor Robert Director Grant Brown said. “We would actually stage the parade at • Flora-Bama Bingo: free; 1-4 p.m.; great prizes, family friendly; 17401 Perdido Key Craft said. the beach along Highway 182 and parade from the beach north. We Dr., Perdido Key. “We’ve just finished 20 interviews of some of the most capable turn into the part of town we are in now and end at Sims Park.” • Black Friday Better Watch Out Beer people,” he said. “We never have dreamed we had that degree of At Sims Park, the same merriment from the previous few years Release: 11 a.m.; Big Beach Brewery in Gulf Shores. talent that was willing to volunteer their time in this community will be available. • Rat Pack & Motown w. James Proctor & for nothing. They don’t get a fee for this, just for love of the com- “At the end of the parade there is a fun event for the children, Kathy Lyons: 5; Franco’s; Orange Beach. munity, love of the community. Christmas cards with Santa, making ornaments, hot chocolate, • Jeff Farrow: 7; The Courtyard at Sanroc “We will do this with names on Monday.” cookies and a snowball drop for prizes,” Brown said. “It’s been a fun Cay; Orange Beach. • Bo Grant: 7; Papa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. Also Monday’s Gulf Shores council work session the city an- a fun community event over the last few years. We don’t want to • Open Juke Box: 7; The Office, Foley. nounced it is seeking to acquire a Transportation Alternatives Pro- take away any of that momentum so we feel like bringing it to the • Live Karaoke in the Tiki Bar: 6; Live gram grant to build an additional 6,600 feet of sidewalks in the park this year is a good alternative since we don’t have the use of Bait, Orange Beach. Gulf Beach Walking District. the beachfront area this year.” • CXXNZY: 10 p.m.; Live Bait Too, Or- ange Beach. Gulf Shores is seeking $640,000 from the Alabama Department of SHRIMP FESTIVAL • Clay Connor and Johnny Mullen: 6; Mar- Transportation for the project and would have to put up a $160,000 Festival Chairman Spencer Cade stopped by to thank the city for garita Loca; Gulf Shores. match. The new walkways, if the grant is approved, would be along its help in putting on the 46th annual event just a week after the • JERI: 5; Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s; Gulf East First Avenue, East Second Avenue, East First Street, East area was threatened by Hurricane Nate. Shores. • John Lee Sanders: 6; Lobby Bar at Per- Second Street and West First Avenue. “It takes over 600 volunteers to make this thing happen but it dido Beach Resort; Orange Beach. In recent years the city used TAP grants to build sidewalks on Al- also takes the participation from the great city we live in and es- • Beyond The Break: 7; Hub Stacy’s, In- abama 59 from the beach to the Intracoastal Waterway bridge and pecially with Hurricane Nate coming in the week before,” Cade nerarity Point. • Karaoke w. John Henry: 6:30; American TAP grants were used to help fund the current sidewalk project on said, “We had the team from public works department getting on Legion Post 99; Foley. Alabama 182. things and getting the place cleaned up and organized and ready • Music Man & Company: 7; American In other city news, citizens and visitors should prepare for a hol- for us to set up the festival.” Legion Post 44, Gulf Shores. iday about-face this year at the Gulf Shores Christmas Parade. Cade and Coastal Alabama Business Chamber staff presented • Rhonda Hart & Friends: 6; The Purple Parrot; Perdido Key. Also during the Nov. 14 meeting, the council heard a report on the the city with a framed copy of the poster for this year’s festival. • Karaoke: 8; Snapper’s; Orange Beach. Shrimp Festival from Chairman Spencer Cade and honored the • Karaoke: 10; The Undertow; Orange Original Oyster House for winning a statewide Retailer of the Year Beach. award. • Open Jam: 8; American Legion Post 199; Fairhope. NEW CHRISTMAS PARADE ROUTE • DJ-Karaoke: 9; The Jellyfish, Perdido Because of construction on the Gulf Place Revitalization Project Key. at the public beach, the end-of-parade celebration will change lo- • Terry Causey: 7; Flippers, Orange cations. The city council approved an assembly permit for the an- Beach. • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:30 a.m.; nual parade for Dec. 1 during the Nov. 14 regular session. all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis Center; corner of West 19th Ave. and West 2nd St. • Bingo: 5:30; Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5659; Elberta. • Alcoholics Anonymous: noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Center; 13660 Inner- arity Pt. Rd.; 850-492-3056 or 492-6362. SAT, NOV 25 • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to pages 6-24. • Kaiser Realty by Wyndham Vacation Rentals Coastal Half Marathon: 8 a.m.; Orange Beach Sportsplex; (615) 460-9927. • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, Perdido Key. AD INFO

ORIGINAL OYSTER HOUSE EARNS STATE AWARD: The Original Oys- 850-492-5221 ter House, with locations in Gulf Shores and on the Mobile Causeway, was named the Retailer of the Year as the Gold Winner by the Alabama Retail Association. They were named tops in the $5 million to $20 million category. “Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for four out of the past five years has had a winner at the state MARSH LANDING VENDOR COURT ON HWY. 59: Pictured is the pro- level for Retailer of the Year,” Yo Johnson of the chamber’s Small Business Com- posed Marsh Landing Mobile Vendor Court on Alabama 59 just north of Windmill mittee said. Ridge on the east side of the road in Gulf Shores. The court would straddle a canal 251-968-5683 Pictured: The Original Oyster House team members pictured are from right: Mar- there and have 10 mobile food trucks on the north side and parking on the south keting Assistant Rebecca Walter, Dennis Sadler, Meghan Knight (buyer), Gulf side. A pedestrian bridge over the canal from the parking area is also part of the Shores General Manager Bud Morris, Co-founder David Dekle, Mobile Causeway proposal. G.S. City Council approved a Conditional Use Permit for the mixed use General Manager Jim Harrison, Marketing Director Cecilia Mace holding the development project featuring, in addition to a mobile vendor court, an open air award, Trading Co. General Manager Jackie Reeves, Controller Karen Joseph and bar, kayak rentals, kids play areas and retail opportunities. The site plan has im- Human Resources Manager Sheila Hare. The other two winners in the Annual planted sustainable development practices and has several educational art in- mulletwrapper.com Sales $5 Million to $20 Million category are from left, David Oliver with Dave’s stallations spread throughout. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 25 Page 26 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING • Iron Bowl Party: chili-cookoff starts at 11 a.m.; The Office, Foley. • Rat Pack & Motown w. James Proctor Romar Beach access will be closed to public through Jan. & Kathy Lyons: 6; Franco’s; Orange Beach. for Phase II of Beach Rd. Median Enhancement project • Bo Grant: 7; Papa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. • Live Karaoke in the Tiki Bar: 6; Live Bait, Orange Beach. On Monday, Nov. 20, the Alabama Department of Transportation • CXXNZY: 10 p.m.; Live Bait Too, Or- will begin Phase II of Perdido Beach Boulevard/State Highway 182 ange Beach. Median Enhancement Project that will stretch from westerly Loop • Two of Hearts: 6; American Legion Post Road to the Romar Beach Access. 44, Gulf Shores. Hosea O. Weaver and Sons Inc. was awarded the low-bid contract • Light Travelers: 5; Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s; Gulf Shores. of $2.7 million. Shoulder work will begin on the south side near the • Iron Bowl Party (w. Southern Star af- Romar Beach Access and progress eastward, and then loop back on terwards) 1 p.m.; American Legion Post the north side, with intermittent lane closures. The pedestrian/bike 99; Foley. lane will be closed while work is ongoing. • JJ Revival: 9; The Office, Foley. Beginning on Nov. 27, the Romar Beach Access will be closed to • Karaoke By Kelly: 9: Island Time Daquari Bar, The Wharf, Orange Beach. the public through the start of the new year but beach goers can • Flip Flop Mafia: 7; Flippers, Orange Orange Beach Elementary School Terrific Kids enjoy the Cotton Bayou Beach Access. Beach. While the project is ongoing, the speed limit will be reduced to 35 • Karaoke: 8; Tacky Jacks, Ft. Morgan. Orange Beach Elementary School Terrific Kids (Above) Pre-K - mph along that mile stretch of roadway. Work through December • Platinum Premier: 7; Hub Stacy’s, In- will include widening of the shoulder on the south and north side of nerarity Point. 2nd Grade: Front Row (left to right) Kayleigh Jones, Taylor Mal- • DJ-Karaoke: 9; The Jellyfish, Perdido one, Anna Elise Ellsworth, Sadie Bullock, Elizabeth Ivie; Back Perdido Beach Boulevard. Starting in January, weather permitting, Key. Row (left to right) Katelyn Clark, Stella Spriggs, MadiGrace Mc- areas of roadway will begin to be milled, leveled and paved. Work • Open Jam: 8, American Legion Post will stop briefly for the city’s Mardi Gras parades between Feb. 9 199; Fairhope. Gatha, Cooper Clark, (Not pictured – Lydia Haber). Orange • Karaoke: 10; The Undertow; Orange Beach Elementary School Terrific Kids (Below) 3rd – 6th Grade: and Feb. 13 and resume afterward. The final leg of work will include milling and curbing of the me- Beach. Front Row (left to right) Kai Price, Riley Green, Kayleigh Jacks, dian. The temporary U-turn at Loop Road is expected remain until • Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fisher- Marigrace Kirkland, Ella Bilbo, Caeden Benton; Back Row (left to mans Market: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 20733 Mi- the median work begins in early spring. New U-turn areas, with flin Rd. (County Rd. 20), Foley. right) Mr. Moss (Principal), Siddah Weihing, Saxon Picou, Macy traffic signals, will be at the Romar Beach Access and just west • Optimist Club of Perdido Bay: break- Nolan, Rylie Parkhill, Will Watts, Mac Scarbrough. Avalon Avenue near the new Dollar General. The project is ex- fast every Saturday at 7 a.m. at the Lil- pected to be finished well before Memorial Day, weather permitting. lian Community Club in Lillian; (251) 961-2620. Phase II follows last year’s work between the Walmart Neighbor- • AA: 10 a.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship hood Market and the Cotton Bayou Beach Access. Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- nerarity Point) Pensacola.

Retired FBI agent Shepard speaks Dec. 7 at Foley Library David Shepard, retired FBI Agent, will present a program on Optimist Club of Perdido Bay presents $18,000 to community groups Thursday, Dec 7 at 2 p.m. at the Foley Public Library entitled The members of the Optimist Club of Perdido Bay hosted their favorite Saturday morning event recently. This was the day that The Mission of the FBI Abroad. Mr. Shepard is an energetic and more than $18,000 was distributed to local organizations that service children in Baldwin County. The funds are raised by the engaging speaker. He will share stories about his time abroad "Streets of Red, White and Blue" program and sales of lunches at the Wood Boat Show and Illuminating Autism events at Pirate's as an FBI agent and all that entailed. Cove. The majority is raised at the annual Mullet Festival held on Labor Day. In addition to cash contributions, the club also offers free events for boys and girls, such as Christmas Parade, Breakfast with David made a wonderful donation to the Foley Public Library Santa, Fishing Rodeo, Easter Egg Hunt, Fun Day in the Park, and special lunches for third grade students after their testing. Some a few months back and as a result, a conversation about his ad- members read to kindergarten and first grade students, tutor math and mentor at Elberta Schools. The OCPB hosts essay and ventures was had. His enthusiasm and wit make him a very en- oratorical contest, provide food for needy families at Christmas, and organize the annual Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service. tertaining speaker so he has been invited him to share his This year the club provided four $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors and sponsored four students to attend the National Flight Academy on NAS Pensacola. One student attended the Hugh O'Brien Youth Leadership conference (HOBY). Those re- stories with the public. ceiving the Youth Appreciation Awards were Baldwin County Special Olympics, Alabama Sheriff's Boys Ranch, Baldwin Tech Seating is limited for this special program which will held up- Center, Elberta Elementary School, Elberta High School, Foley middle and high schools special needs program, My Community stairs in the library's meeting room. Please call 251-943-7665 Mentoring. to reserve a seat and for further information. You can also get Also, Lillian Perdido Bay Library, Lillian Recreational Park, Robertsdale High School Special Education, Ecumenical Ministries, Summerdale Elementary School Special Needs, turkeys for the ARC Thanksgiving dinner for special need children and adults, more information on this and other events from foleylibrary.org. Miracle League of Coastal Alabama, Project Reach at Foley Elementary School. And Good Counsel Mary's Shelter, Habitat for Hu- manity Women's Build program, High Hopes autistic program, Lillian Recreational Center and Park, Starfish Special Olympics Swim Team, Care House, Youth Reach, St. Benedict School, Jennifer Clair Moore Foundation Peer Helpers Program. Men and women who are interested in "Bringing Out the Best in Kids" are invited to attend the OCPB breakfast and meeting held at 8 a.m. every Saturday morning at the Lillian Community Club. For more information contact President Jeff Keener, 850- Ad. Info: mulletwrapper.com 898-3384 or email [email protected]. Pictured: The Optimist Club of Perdido Bay recently honored valued Mullet Festival sponsors and distributed checks to local or- ganization that help to "Bring Out the Best in Kids." Front row from left are Mark Bohlin, Angela Foley, Vicki Nelson, Mary Col- lier, Niki Whitaker, Sissy Flanigan, Lucy Matier, Kay Trattles, Kelly Henderson, Janet Lewis and Monica Leonard. Back row are 850-492-5221 • 251-968-5683 Jenny Williams, Jenny Breazeale, Cliff Collier, Dana Jetsen, Joan Kellis, Andy Wilkinson, Josiah Holmes, Rev. Daniel Randall, Jack Poland, Larry Bedwell, Mary Coleman, Jared Linne and Jessica Linne. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 27 Page 28 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING • AA: 7 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Gulf Shores. • John Joiner & Friends: 4; Hub Stacey’s Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- • Rat Pack & Motown w. James Proctor at the Point; Innerarity Point. nerarity Point) Pensacola. & Kathy Lyons: 5; Franco’s; Orange • Blind Draw Dart Tournament: 5; Amer- • Ladies AA: 9 a.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Beach. ican Legion Post 99, Foley. Worship Center, 13660 Innerarity Point • Sunday 2-Person Scramble: Every Sun. • 9 Ball APA: 6; The Office, Foley. Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pensacola. at 2 p.m.; Glenlakes Golf Club, Foley, (251) 955-1220. MON, NOV 27 SUN, NOV 26 • John Lee Sanders: 6; Voyagers at Per- • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to dido Beach Resort; Orange Beach. pages 6-24. pages 6-24. • Scott Koehn: 5:30; Flippers, Orange • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. • The Church at the Flora-Bama: 9 a.m. Beach. ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, & 11 a.m.; Flora-Bama Tent Stage, Per- • Karaoke: 5; Monthly Birthday Potluck; Perdido Key. dido Key. American Legion Post 99, Foley. • Flora-Bama Bingo: free; 1-4 p.m.; great • Unity Church Service: 9:45 a.m; The • Music Man & Company: 5; American prizes, family friendly; 17401 Perdido Royal Osyter, Hwy. 59, three blocks from Legion Post 44, Gulf Shores. Key Dr., Perdido Key. beach in Gulf Shores. • Gary Story: 5; The Purple Parrot; Per- • NAIA Women's Soccer National Cham- • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. dido Key. pionship: Orange Beach Sportsplex; (816) ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, Perdido Key. • Customer Appreciation Night: 6; Free food; 1st drink free; 25% off gift shop; Flora-Bama, Perdido Key. • Lisa Christian: 2 p.m.; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores. TOP GSES SPELLER IS NORA MALONE: ( L to r): Congratulations to • Steve Wilkerson: 1 p.m.; Lucy Buffett’s Nora Malone for winning the Gulf Shores Elementary School-Wide Spelling Bee. LuLu’s; Gulf Shores. She will compete in the County Spelling Bee on February 9, 2018. Runner-up was • Cadillac Attack: 5; Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s; Bella Ellis. Everyone did a fantastic job competing.

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Fleet Feet Running Club: 6 p.m.; 7 p.m.; 800-477-1104. Dec. 9-10. The entry fee is Orange Beach Marina on Marina Rd.; • Ladies AA: 10 a.m.; Perdido Bay UMC $100 per team and play lafleetfeet.com. Activities Center, 13660 Innerarity Point • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:30 a.m.; Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pensacola. starts at 8:30 a.m. both days all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship in men’s, women’s and coed Center; corner of West 19th Ave. and Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Young firefighter recruits find brotherhood in Orange Beach divisions. Players must have West 2nd St. nerarity Point) Pensacola. By Marc Anderson handicap or verification. • Bingo: 6; American Legion Post 44, Gulf One by one, task by task, dressed in full firefighting gear with air tanks, the re- Shores. TUE, NOV 28 Cart fee is not included. • 8 Ball League: 7:30; The Office, Foley. • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to cruits pressed on through the course. Climbing flights of stairs. Pulling a hose up pages 6-24. four stories. Chopping wood to simulate cutting through a roof. Crawling across Entry deadline is Dec. 6 and • Overeaters Anonymous: 6; Holy Spirit play is limited to 60 teams. Episcopal Church; Gulf Shores, 616 Ft. • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. wood framing and then through a tunnel. Carrying weights, collecting and then lay- ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, ing out a hose. Tying a knot. Over and over again. Morgan Rd.; 251-709-5907. For more info, call David • Celebrate Recovery: (Christ centered 12 Perdido Key. Nine weeks prior to this breezy November day, 10 young men could barely go three Musial, PGA General Man- • Flora-Bama Bingo: free; 1-4 p.m.; great laps on what’s called the “Consumption Course” at the fire department’s training step program); Monday evenings at 6 ager, GlenLakes Golf Club, p.m.; Christian Life Church in Orange prizes, family friendly; 17401 Perdido tower. Now, they go until the air tanks run out. Key Dr., Perdido Key. “We’ve all come a long way,” said recruit Trey 251-955-1220 or email mu- Beach; 251-967-4840. • T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): • NAIA Women's Soccer National Cham- Williams, 19, of Orange Beach. “I’ve lost almost 15 [email protected]. pionship: Orange Beach Sportsplex; (816) pounds. But shoot, this consumption course, we couldn’t even finish three rounds without coming off air. The first time a lot of us had been on air packs was during the consumption course. Now we’re so comfortable we could probably sleep in these things. It’s awesome. I’m so lucky and blessed to be able to participate in this. All of these guys, I know, feel the same way.” On Sept. 11, Williams and nine others, mostly from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, began the 10- week fire recruit school that has its curriculum dictated through the Alabama Fire College, ac- cording to Battalion Chief Kevin Lanford, the lead trainer. “It’s been a good class,” Lanford said. “It’s a good group of young men. We do a lot of classes such as fire service history, communications, chain of command and then we move into protective clothing, fire gear they’ll wear, and the breathing appara- tus. Then we learn some skills with the breathing apparatus to get them used to it. Then we move onto fire behavior, forcible entry, fire control, search and rescue, sal- vage and overhaul, preventing loss, ground ladders, auto extrication, vehicle res- cues, we do some ropes and knots. It’s a nationally accepted textbook that we follow.” Lanford said the group is the first full recruit school, covering 10 straight weeks, HOLY SPIRIT THRIFT SHOP SUPPORTS HOSPICE: Holy Sprit Thrift that the Orange Beach Fire Department has done in about 20 years. The class is Shop recently made a $2,000 donation to support Community Hospice of Baldwin part of the department’s Resident Firefighter Program, which started in 2014. All of County. Community Hospice of Baldwin County is a not-for-profit agency providing the recruits have been provided living quarters and a small stipend for the duration community-based home care services to terminally ill patients in Baldwin and Es- of the 10-week course. “They get room and board,” Lanford said. “They fill a position cambia counties in Alabama. Holy Spirit Thrift Shop is an outreach ministry of Holy for us and they get experience and training. This is easily a $2,500 course, so they’re Spirit Episcopal Church. Pictured: from left, Holy Spirit Chair Millie Ericson, vol- getting education in exchange for their commitment to serve with us for awhile.” unteer Betty Lisle, Manager Alicia Gattenio, Community Hospice Marketing Di- Fire Chief Justin Pearce said he hopes the recruit school graduates spend about a rector Caroline Massey and Volunteer Coordinator Sarah Hickman, along with year with the residency program and then get hired by Orange Beach or local de- Thrift Shop volunteers Chris Gorell, Margie Cox and Joanna Hardin. partment. “We’ve had firefighters from the resident program get hired in place like Mountain Brook, Mobile, Gulf Shores, Foley, Daphne, so all over the area,” Pearce said. “It’s definitely been a huge success with the program so far.” According to Lanford, about a dozen current Orange Beach firefighters are gradu- ates of the department’s recruit school. For Trey Williams, he said he’s always wanted to be a fireman so anyplace where he can start working as a full-time firefighter would be a blessing. CHUCK THE DUCK: Gulf Shores "The guys here all want to help,” Williams said. “All of the shift guys come out and children will soon be enjoying the help us on our training days. So we’ve gotten to learn about them and they’ve got- story of A True Tale of A Chicken- ten to learn about us really well. I’ve become good friends with a lot of the guys on Duck Named Chuck accompanied by the shift, paid guys. It’s been cool.” an action figure of Chuck, the Duck, Fellow recruit, 20-year-old Wesley Keith of Gulf Shores, said he has been impressed thanks to a donation by "Friends of with the firefighters’ brotherhood, especially with his football background, just like the Gulf Shores Public Library" mem- Williams, and the recruits have formed a tight-knit group. ber, Gulf Shores resident Beth Sapala. “We all hang out in the common area,” Keith said. “We play pool. We play ping pong. The book was illustrated by Sapala's We watch movies. We study together. We cook together. We have dinner. We built a daughter, Dr. Carmen Hampson, who very tight bond very early, which is pretty awesome.” lives in Batavia, Illinois. and written For the past two years, Keith said he volunteered at the Gulf Shores Fire Depart- by her friend Jennifer Meiring. Dr. ment and really got hooked after his first structure fire last spring. Finally, making Hampson, who has a doctorate in clin- the cut for the competitive fire recruit program was a huge step toward his goal of ical nursing discovered her passion becoming a full-time firefighter. and talent in art about five years ago. “I would like to stay locally - Gulf Shores, Orange Beach,” Keith said. “Gulf Shores Amy Maliska, youth services librarian has been my roots but the guys here are solid. I’d love to do part-time for both if I at the Gulf Shores Library, said she could or part-time in Foley. It doesn’t matter. I just want to get as much experience plans to read the book to children dur- as I can. I’d like to stay in Baldwin County for sure.” ing their library story hour. Pictured: Other recruits include Lathan Adams of McIntosh, Alabama, Saylor Hammett of Gulf Shores Youth Services Librarian Orange Beach, Jonathon Jones of Gulf Shores, Zac McKinnon of Robertsdale, Noah Amy Maliska and resident Beth Parker of Gulf Shores, Ben Pelt of Foley, Gary Roberts of Orange Beach and Josiah Sapala pose with a copy of A True Tale Wigal of Satsuma. of A Chicken-Duck Named Chuck, il- Pictured: Orange Beach Fire Recruit School participants perform physical train- lustrated by Beth's daughter Dr. Car- ing; Battalion Chief Kevin Lanford shows a recruit how to properly tie a knot. men Hampson, and the accompanying action figure, "Chuck The Duck". Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 31

Page 34 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING 595-8153. • NAPA Pool League: 7:30; The Office, • Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at The Foley. Wharf: 5:30; The Wharf in Orange Beach. • Coastal Photography Club: 6:30 p.m.; • Frankie G. On Piano: 6:30; Franco’s Foley Senior Center (304 East Rose Ave.). Italian Restaurant; Orange Beach. • Bingo: 10 to 2; Gulf Coast Elks Lodge • Scott Koehn, Lisa Zanghi: 6:30; Flip- 2782, Foley: 251-971-2782. per’s, Orange Beach. • South Baldwin Republican Women: Gift • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 8; Pappa Horse Rest., 11:30 a.m.; 4th Tuesday of Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. Every Month, public invited, Info: 251- • Karaoke w. John Henry: 5:30; American 978-6178. Legion Post 99, Foley. • GriefShare Support Group: For men • Karaoke: 5:30; Tacky Jacks, Gulf and women; 6-8 p.m.; Point Church, Shores. 13801 Innerarity Point Rd. Info: Shirley • Karaoke: 5; Veterans of Foreign Wars Johnson, 601-278-6973. Post 5659; Elberta. • Orange Beach City Council Meeting: 5 • Sam Glass: 6; The Purple Parrot; Per- p.m.; City Hall; 980-INFO. dido Key. • L.A. Fleet Feet Running Club: Tues- • JW Karaoke: 6; Hub Stacy’s At The days at 6 p.m. at Kids Park by Boden- Point, Innerarity Point. hamer Rec. Center; 5K, 10K, or walk; • Coastal Alabama Farmer’s & Fisher- Info: visit lafleetfeet.com. man’s Market: 2-6 p.m.; 20733 Miflin Rd., • Sonora Masonic Lodge: 7 p.m.; 202 E. Foley. Jackson Street in Summerdale; • Bowling Tourney: 7; Snapper’s; Orange sonora635.com. Beach. • Orange Beach Bridge Club: Tue. &

Advertising Information: 850-492-5221 • 251-968-5683 mulletwrapper.com Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 35 Page 36 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING Thur at noon; Orange Beach Senior Cen- dido Bay UMC Activities Center, 13660 ter; 251-981-3440. Innerarity Point Road, Pensacola, 262- Dec. 12 training for volunteers • Orange Beach Library Children’s Story 749-4241. Time: 10 a.m.; preschool; 981-2923. • Kiwanis Club of Foley: Noon on Tues- • Southwest Branch Library Children’s days at Ryan's in Foley; 251-968-6288. for bird stewardship program Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; preschool; 12248 • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Gulf Beach Hwy, Pensacola; (850) 453- Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- A training sessions for vol- 7780. nerarity Point) Pensacola. • Overcomers Outreach: 7 p.m.; First • Al-Anon: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Ac- unteers interested in being Baptist Church of Orange Beach; 980- tivities Center, 13660 Innerarity Point part of the Alabama Coastal 1705. Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pensacola. Bird Stewardship Program • Gulf Shores Kiwanis Club: Palmer Din- can attend a training class ing Room at Craft Farms; noon; new members and guests always welcome; WED, NOV 29 from 2- p.m. on Tuesday, De- 251-981-9999. • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to cember 12 at Gulf State • Kiwanis Club of Big Lagoon: Breakfast pages 6-24. Park Nature Center, located meeting each Tuesday at 7:30 a.m.; • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. speaker first three Tuesdays and a busi- ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, at 20115 State Highway 135 ness meeting the fourth Tuesday; Per- Perdido Key. in Gulf Shores. The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, in partnership with Birmingham Audubon, has established the program FOLEY WOMAN’S CLUB MEMBERS HONOR VETS: Foley Woman’s to provide critical protection Club member Linda Ford along with her granddaughter Addison Ford attended a and monitoring of Alabama's special program honoring Veterans at Snook Christian Academy. Member Sherri sensitive beach nesting birds Asselin also attended several Veteran’s ceremonies in Foley. Pictured: Addison’s in Mobile and Baldwin coun- grandfathers L to R; Barry Winters, Addison, Gene Ford and FWC member Linda Ford. ties. ALCBSP is implemented by science staff based from the Birmingham Audubon Coastal Programs Office in Gulf Shores/Orange Beach Rotary Jambalaya Take-Out Nov. 30 downtown Mobile and addi- tionally supported by Mobile Molly Ringwalds bring sounds of 80’s to ‘Bama on Nov. 25 Gulf Shores/Orange Beach Rotary Club will host a fundraiser Bay Audubon Society and The Molly Ringwalds, a New Orleans based band that has made a career covering for schools in Honduras on Thursday, Nov. 30, selling jambalaya other volunteers. The Pro- lunches for $10 each. If you have a business that would like to the music of the 1980s, will play on the Flora-Bama Big Tent stage on Saturday, gram focuses on continued Nov. 25 at 8 p.m. Cover is $3 for adults and $10 for patrons under 21. Expect to hear have the lunches delivered to you, please call Joe Phillips at 251- breeding and overwintering songs from Duran Duran, Culture Club, Flock of Seagulls, David Bowie and Adam 747-2696. Ant from a band that performs in costumes and makeup inspired by the era when success of the following 11 Prince, Michael Jackson and Madonna ruled radio and MTV launched stars. The focal species of concern: Wil- Flora-Bama is located on the Gulf of Mexico at the Al-Fl state line. son’s Plover, Snowy Plover, Flora-Bama hosts annual community Thanksgiving Day potluck Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher, Red Knot, The community is invited to join Flora-Bama Lounge friends Sanderling, Short-billed and family for the Lounge on the Line’s annual Thanksgiving Day Dowitcher, Least Tern, Black potluck beginning at 1 p.m. in the Flora-Bama Tent. Bring a cov- Skimmer, Reddish Egret and ered dish and get all the turkey and ham your belly can stand for Brown Pelican. free or pay only $3 and enjoy a spectacular buffet. The Flora- The ALCBSP will help the Bama helps take the stress out of your holiday cooking. So throw declining populations of those pans out and do it on the line at this wonderful feast. And, shorebirds and waterbirds of course, just like during the other 364 days of the year, the by training volunteers to Flora-Bama’s possible-probable musicians will be playing tunes. steward and monitor these targeted species and their habitats at key nesting sites Author Talk with Lester Morris Nov. 30 at Foley Pubic Library along the coast. During the nesting season, volunteers Lester Morris, author of The Violets are Mine, will give an au- are also needed to maintain thor talk on Thursday, Nov. 30 at 2 p.m. at the Foley Public Li- the health and safety of brary. Morris (pictured) will describe the degradation and nesting colonies through violence he suffered in England’s orphanages during and after public outreach and the in- World War II. He has the ability to share these stories in a touch- stallation of symbolic fenc- ing and matter-of-fact way, always with warmth and a ready ing at colony locations. sense of humor. Educating beachgoers Mr. Morris is a charismatic speaker who recently moved to our through print materials and area. He originally grew up in England and came to us from scope-based viewing oppor- Austin, Texas. Morris has ultimately triumphed in his life and he tunities is critical to helping wants to share this joy and relief with all who attend. the public become more Morris has authored two books including The Violets are Mine aware of wildlife and habi- and Did You Know? Of England. He has also authored a chil- tats in coastal Alabama. dren’s book entitled Harry the Invisible Cricket. He will have For more info, visit books for sale at this presentation. joinACF.org or call 251-990- Seating is limited. Call 251-943-7665 to reserve a seat or for fur- 6002. ther information. Visit foleylibrary.org for info on this and many other events. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 37 Page 38 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING • Flora-Bama Bingo: free; 1-4 p.m.; great • John Joiner & Friends: 7; Hub Stacy’s, prizes, family friendly; 17401 Perdido Innerarity Point. Free USA Lecture Nov. 30 Key Dr., Perdido Key. • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 8; Pappa • NAIA Women's Soccer National Cham- Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. pionship: Orange Beach Sportsplex; (816) • Karaoke: 9; The Office, Foley. at G.S. Cultural Center 595-8153. • Big Beach Running Club: 5:30 p.m.; Big • Open Mic: 5:30; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Beach Brewery in Gulf Shores; all levels Shores. welcome. The University of South Al- • Frankie G. On Piano: 6:30; Franco’s • Family Night Dinner & Activities: 5:45 abama Gulf Coast Campus Italian Restaurant; Orange Beach. p.m.; Saint Andrew by the Sea, 17263 2017-2018 Distinguished • John Lee Sanders: 6; Voyagers Restau- Fort Morgan Rd., Gulf Shores; 678-361- Lecture Series continues rant at Perdido Beach Resort; Orange 2762. Beach. • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:30 a.m.; Nov. 30 and Dec. 7 with one • John Brust: 6; The Lobby Bar at Perdido all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis hour lectures at the Gulf Beach Resort; Orange Beach. Center; corner of West 19th Ave. and Coast Campus Cultural • Karaoke w. Jeremy Pickins: 6; Margarita West 2nd St. Loca; Gulf Shores. • Veteran’s Bingo: 10 a.m. -2 p.m.; Ameri- Center Auditorium in Gulf • Adam Holt: 5; Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s; can Legion Post 99, Foley. Shores. All lectures start at Gulf Shores. • Grief Support Group: 10 a.m.; Perdido 6:30 p.m. and are free. To • Lisa Zanghi & Scott Koehn: 6:30; Flip- Bay UMC Activities Center, 13660 Inner- register for any and all lec- pers, Orange Beach. arity Point Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pen- • Derrick & Travis: 5; Lucy Buffett’s sacola; 850-492-2135 HONOURS CLASSIC BENEFITS CHRISTIAN SERVICE CENTER: The tures call 251-460-7200, LuLu’s; Gulf Shores. • Food Bank: 9-11 a.m every Wednesday, Christian Service Center is very thankful to be the beneficiary of the 2017 Honours email lsimon@southal- • Karaoke & Dance Party: 6; The Purple Perdido Bay Baptist Church, 12600 Sor- Golf Charity Classic. One hundred golfers of all ages and abilities gathered for a day abama.edu or visit usacon- Parrot; Perdido Key. rento Rd. Pensacola; call for eligiblity re- of fun and prizes. Honours Golf presented the Christian Service Center with just tinuinged.com. • Karaoke: 10; The Undertow; Orange quirements at (850) 492-2604. over $38,000. In addition to Honours Golf, the Christian Service Center thanks our Beach. • Bread Ministry: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Or- many sponsors and CSC volunteers. The sponsors were: Title Sponsors - Erie Hall The USA Gulf Shores Cam- • Karaoke: 6; American Legion Post 44, ange Beach United Methodist Church Meyer Charitable Fund and Lulu’s Gulf Shores; Lunch Sponsor - Bill and Hope pus is located at 19470 Oak Gulf Shores. Brook's Center. Becklund; Beverage Cart Sponsor – Whitaker Sales, Inc.; Driving Range Sponsor – Rd W. (County Rd. 6 West) in Sugar Sands Realty Company; Hole-in-one Sponsors – Hold Spirit Episcopal Church, Hart’s All Service Plumbing & Gas, Inc., Southern Chevrolet, Judie & Sissy Flani- Gulf Shores, about a half- gan in Memory of Matt Flanigan; Hole Sponsors- DeSoto’s Seafood Kitchen, Tack mile east of the Gulf Shores Jack’s, Kim Ward Realty, Fran’s on 59, Beautiful Landscape, Columbia Southern Sports Complex. University, Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church, Villaggio Grille, T&J Electrical & Maintenance Company, Inc., National Bank of Commerce, Drew and Christy • Nov. 30 - Cyber-Security: Flanigan, John and Kathy Oehlke. The Christian Service Center is a “Hand Up” Protecting Your Family and rather than a “Hand Out” agency. Clients are given immediate emergency aid as Your Finances presented by well as guidance on finding solutions to their problems. The CSC is a 100% volun- Kevin R. Levy, Commander teer agency funded by the churches of Pleasure Island, various community organi- zations, including the United Way of Baldwin County, and interested individuals. of Technology & Cyber-Intel- For more information please call the CSC at 251-968-5256 or visit cscgs.com. ligence Section, Mobile Po- Pictured: (L to R) Rob Shults, Owner; Linda Chappelle, CSC President; Bob Bar- lice Department. rett, Owner; Chad Leonard, Regional Mgr. of Operations. • Jan. 11 - Mardi Gras in Mobile: America’s Original Mardi Gras presented by Craig Roberts, historian and author. • Feb. 22 - Sharks! Dis- pelling Myths Through Re- search presented by Dr. Marcus Drymon, Mississippi State University, Coastal Research and Extension Center. • March 15 - Protecting Our Sea Life From Environmen- tal Stressors presented by Dr. Ruth Carmichael, Associ- ate Professor, University of South Alabama, Senior Ma- rine Scientist II, Dauphin Is- land Sea Lab. 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ORANGE BEACH GARDEN CLUB YARD OF THE MONTH: This month’s Orange Beach Garden Club Residential Yard of the month Award was presented to Joseph Sandrowski and Karen Mountcastle from Captains Cove Subdivision at 4635 Starboard Lane. The winners are pictured with Paula Revis from the Orange Beach mulletwrapper.com Garden Club. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 39 WHAT’S HAPPENING • Food Ministry For Hungry Families: noon-1 8153. noon; Gulf Shores Golf Club; visiting Rotari- p.m.; Grace Lutheran Church, corner of West • Open Mic: 7; Snapper’s; Orange Beach. ans and guests invited. 23rd Ave. and West 4th St. in Gulf Shores; • John Lee Sanders: 6; Voyagers Restaurant at • Gulf Shores United Methodist Church 251-968-5991. Perdido Beach Resort; Orange Beach. Bread Ministry: 9-10; every Thursday; room • Perdido Key Rotary Club: 7:30 a.m.; every • John Brust: 6; Lobby Bar at Perdido Beach 103 on the south campus, next to Crossroad; Wednesday at Triggers. 850.492.8335. Resort; Orange Beach. 251 968-2411. • Storytime at Pensacola Southwest Branch • LeAnn Creswell & Lisa Zanghi: 6:30; • South Alabama Senior Travelers: 9 a..m; Library: free; infant to 5; 10:30-11; 12238 Old Franco’s Italian Restaurant; Orange Beach. Foley Senior Center; visitors welcome; 251- Gulf Beach Hwy; (850)453-7780. • Derrick & Travis: 5; Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s; 928-4494. • Gulf Shores Lions Club: noon; 2nd & 4th Gulf Shores. • South Baldwin Amateur Radio Club: 7 p.m. Wednesday; noon; Gulf Shores Community • Alabama Lightning: 6:30; Flippers, Orange 4th Thurs. of every month; Baldwin County House, 300 E. 16th Avenue; 251-968-2823. Beach. Emergency Operations Center, McAuliffe Rd., • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Cen- • Karaoke: 6; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores. Robertsdale; 251-943-2953. ter, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (Innerarity • Raising Karma: 7; Hub Stacy’s, Innerarity • Bingo: Bear Point Civic Association on Bay Point) Pensacola. Point. La Launch Rd. in Orange Beach; doors open • Karaoke: 8; Tacky Jacks, Ft. Morgan. at 6:30 p.m., games at 7 p.m; hotdogs, drinks THU, NOV 30 • Rick Whaley & Tommy Mazullo: 6; The Pur- and snacks available; all invited; 981-5734. • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to pages 6- ple Parrot; Perdido Key. • Orange Beach Bridge Club: Tue. & Thur at 24. • Karaoke: 10; The Undertow; Orange Beach. noon; Orange Beach Senior Center; 251-981- • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. ‘til; • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 8; Pappa 3440. (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, Perdido Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Cen- Key. • 8 Ball APA: 7:30; The Office, Foley. ter, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (Innerarity • Flora-Bama Bingo: free; 1-4 p.m.; great • Marine Corps League of South Baldwin Point) Pensacola. prizes, family friendly; 17401 Perdido Key Dr., County: 6 p.m. on 4th Thursday; The Gulf Perdido Key. Bowl, 2881 S. Jupiter St., Foley; current and FRI, DEC 1 • NAIA Women's Soccer National Champi- former Marines and Corpsman welcome. • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to pages 6- onship: Orange Beach Sportsplex; (816) 595- • Rotary Club of Gulf Shores/Orange Beach: 24.

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Beach. • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • Waterway Village Art Market: 9 a.m. - • 11th annual Taste of the Islands: 6 • Music Man & Company: 7; American Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- 3 p.m.; First Presbyterian Church., Gulf Feb. 8 Lifestyles EXPO p.m.; Orange Beach Event Center; (251) Legion Post 44, Gulf Shores. nerarity Point) Pensacola. Shores. 923-9917. • Crosstown: 7; Hub Stacy’s; Innerarity • AA: 7 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • Rat Pack & Motown w. James Proctor Early bird registration is now • A Christmas Story: 7:30 p.m.; South Point. Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- & Kathy Lyons: 5; Franco’s; Orange open for the 26th Annual Ala- Baldwin Community Theatre; Gulf • Karaoke w. John Henry: 6:30; American nerarity Point) Pensacola. Beach. bama Lifestyles EXPO, sched- Shores, (251) 968-6721. Legion Post 99; Foley. • Jason Able: 9; The Office, Foley. uled Feb. 8 at Caribe Resort in • Lighted Christmas Parade and Beach • Rhonda Hart & Friends: 6; The Purple SAT, DEC 2 • DJ-Karaoke: 9; The Jellyfish, Perdido Orange Beach. Celebration: 6:30; follows from the Gulf Parrot; Perdido Key. • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to Key. The free event annually at- Shores Public Beach to Sims Park; (251) • DJ-Karaoke: 9; The Jellyfish, Perdido pages 6-24. • John Brust: 6; Lobby Lounge at Perdido tracts more than 3,700 mostly 968-1173. Key. • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. Beach Resort; Orange Beach. • NAIA Women's Soccer National Cham- • Karaoke: 8; Snapper’s; Orange Beach. ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, • Karaoke By Kelly: 9: Island Time Snowbird attendees, and ex- pionship: Orange Beach Sportsplex; (816) • Karaoke: 10; The Undertow; Orange Perdido Key. Daquari Bar, The Wharf, Orange Beach. hibitor slots often are filled be- 595-8153. Beach. • Foley Christmas Parade: 10 a.m.; starts • Two of Hearts: 7; American Legion Post fore the event. • First Friday Art Walk: 6; Downtown • Terry Causey: 6:30; Flippers, Orange at Armory, Foley. 44, Gulf Shores. “At the current rate of ex- Fairhope. Beach. • Let It Snow: 11 a.m.; Heritage Park, • Karaoke: 8; Tacky Jacks, Ft. Morgan. hibitor registrations, we may • Open Jukebox: 7; The Office, Foley. • Open Jam: 8, American Legion Post Foley. • Kristi Dees & Bad Juju: 7; Hub run out of exhibitor space by • Rat Pack & Motown w. James Proctor 199; Fairhope. • Open House at Swift Coles Home: 10 Stacy’s; Innerarity Point. mid-November,’’ said EXPO co- & Kathy Lyons: 5; Franco’s; Orange • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:30 a.m.; a.m. - 3 p.m.; Bon Secour. • Flip Flop Mafia: 7; Flippers, Orange ordinator Bill Meadows. “We Beach. all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis • Live Karaoke in the Tiki Bar: 6; Live Beach. • Live Karaoke in the Tiki Bar: 6; Live Center; corner of West 19th Ave. and Bait, Orange Beach. • Open Jam: 8; American Legion Post suggest registering now and Bait, Orange Beach. West 2nd St. • A Christmas Story: 7:30 p.m.; South 199; Fairhope. making a payment later.’’ • Dueling Pianos w/ Frankie G and Steve • Bingo: 5:30; Veterans of Foreign Wars Baldwin Community Theatre; Gulf • Karaoke: 10; The Undertow; Orange Payments postmarked before Dec. 18 will receive an early bird discount, and full refunds will be granted though Jan. 15, 2018. Registration is $210 (Early Bird) thru Dec.18, $240 thru Jan.15, and $260 after Jan.15. EXPO Exhibitors receive a complimentary listing on the EXPO website (16,000 unique visitors) and a mailing list of at- tendees. “If you have never participated in an effort to attract winter vis- itors take note that, they will visit communities traveling through and from the Gulf Coast,’’ Meadows said. “They also take mini-trips. Last year, I met a couple who stayed 28 days in a north Alabama city and visited surrounding areas. Winter visitors are great candi- dates for relocation. In 2016, a United Van Lines survey showed that Alabama had a 6.4% gain in people moving to Alabama for retirement.’’ For more registration informa- tion, log on to AlabamaAdvan- tage.com or call 205-222- 2862 or email info@AlabamaAdvan- tage. com AD INFO 850-492-5221 251-968-5683 mulletwrapper.com Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 41 Page 42 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 or 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS• E-Mail: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING Beach. the Sea - A Community Church; Gulf dido Key. • Midnight Confessions: 7:30; Nolan’s, Shores; 251-968-3900. • John Lee Sanders: 6; The Lobby Lounge Gulf Shores. • A Christmas Story: 2 p.m.; South Bald- at Perdido Beach Resort; Orange Beach. • Coastal Alabama Farmer’s & Fisher- win Community Theatre; Gulf Shores, • Scott Koehn: 5:30; Flippers, Orange COOKIN’ WITH CAROLYN man’s Market: 9-2; 20733 Miflin Rd., (251) 968-6721. Beach. Foley. • The Gulf Coast Ballet presents: The • Open Mic Karaoke: 6: American Legion • Optimist Club of Perdido Bay: Break- Nutcracker: 2 p.m.; Erie Meyer Civic Post 99, Foley. fast every Saturday at 7 a.m. at the Lil- Center; Gulf Shores. • 9 Ball APA: 6; The Office, Foley. lian Community Club in Lillian; (251) • Unity Church Service: 9:45 a.m; The • Blind Draw Dart Tournament: 5; Amer- BY CAROLYN GODFREY 961-2620. Royal Osyter, Hwy. 59, three blocks from ican Legion Post 99, Foley. • AA: 10 a.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship beach in Gulf Shores. • AA: 5 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- • Customer Appreciation Night: 6; Free Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Creamy Chicken, Green Chile and Ziti Casserole nerarity Point) Pensacola. food; 1st drink free; 25% off gift shop; nerarity Point) Pensacola. • AA: 7 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Flora-Bama, Perdido Key. 2-1/2 cups ziti pasta, uncooked Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- • Sunday 2-Person Scramble: Every Sun. MON, DEC 4 1 can (10.75 oz.) reduced-sodium cream of chicken soup nerarity Point) Pensacola. at 2 p.m.; Glenlakes Golf Club, Foley, • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to 1 container (8 oz.) sour cream • Ladies AA: 9 a.m.; Perdido Bay UMC (251) 955-1220. pages 6-24. 1 can (7 oz.) chopped green chiles, undrained Worship Center, 13660 Innerarity Point • Turkey Shoot: sign-up at 11 a.m.; El- • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pensacola. berta VFW, Elberta. ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, 1/2 tsp. ground cumin • Rat Pack & Motown w. James Proctor Perdido Key. 3 cups cooked chopped chicken SUN, DEC 3 & Kathy Lyons: 5; Franco’s; Orange • Flora-Bama Bingo: free; 1-4 p.m.; great 1 pkg. (8 oz.) Colby Jack Cheese slices • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to Beach. prizes, family friendly; 17401 Perdido 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro pages 6-24. • Lisa Christian: 2 p.m.; Tacky Jacks, Key Dr., Perdido Key. • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. Gulf Shores. • Frankie G & LeaAnn Creswell: 6:30; Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, • Strickly Isbell: 3 p.m.; Big Beach Brew- Franco’s Italian Restaurant; Orange mix soup, sour cream, green chiles and cumin in large bowl Perdido Key. ery in Gulf Shores. Beach. until blended. Drain pasta. Add to soup mixture along with the • The Church at the Flora-Bama: 9 a.m. • Music Man & Company: 5; American • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 8; Pappa & 11 a.m.; Flora-Bama Tent Stage, Per- Legion Post 44, Gulf Shores. Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. chicken; mix well. Spoon half the pasta mixture into 13x9-inch dido Key. • John Joiner & Friends: 4; Hub Stacey’s • Brent Burns: 5; LuLu’s; Gulf Shores. baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with half the • Children of the Light-A Service of Les- at the Point; Innerarity Point. • Alabama Lightning: 6:30; Flippers, Or- cheese slices. Repeat layers. Cover with plastic wrap, then foil. sons and Carols: 4 p.m.; St. Andrew by • Gary Story: 5; The Purple Parrot; Per- ange Beach. Freeze up to 1 month. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Remove plastic wrap from casse- role; re-cover with foil. Bake (frozen) casserole 1 hour or until heated through, uncovering after 45 min. Top with cilantro be- fore serving. Note: Be sure baking dish can be taken from freezer to oven.

GSES HEROES LUNCHEON: Gulf Shores Elementary School held their an- nual Heroes Luncheon recently, in honor of Veteran’s Day. The cafeteria was filled with men and women from all areas of life who put their lives on the line to help oth- ers. Pictured: clockwise from bottom left: Second graders Lee Marshall, Jack Calvert and Gage Boyd had an exciting lunchtime with Gulf Shores Firemedic Corey Noe. Advertising Info: 50-492-5221 • 251-968-5683 mulletwrapper.com Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 43 Page 44• The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:30 a.m.; all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis Center; corner of West 19th Ave. and TUE, DEC 5 • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to West 2nd St. pages 6-24. • Bingo: 6; American Legion Post 44, Gulf • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. Shores. ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, • 8 Ball APA: 7:30; The Office, Foley. Perdido Key. • Overeaters Anonymous: 6; Holy Spirit • Flora-Bama Bingo: 1-4 p.m.; Flora- Episcopal Church; Gulf Shores, 616 Ft. Bama Loung Tent Stage; Perdido Key. Morgan Rd.; 251-709-5907. • Steve Wilkerson: 5; LuLu’s at Homeport • Orange Beach Community Center As- Marina, Gulf Shores. sociation Monthly Covered Dish Dinner: • Frankie G On Piano: 6:30; Franco’s social at 5, dinner at 6:30 p.m.; all winter Italian Restaurant; Orange Beach. guests welcome; Canal Road next to the • Lisa Zanghi, Doug Habbena, Scott Recreation Center; 251-981-1942. Koehn: 6:30; Flippers, Orange Beach. • T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): • Sam Glass: 6: The Purple Parrot, Per- Tickets on sale for Alan Jackson’s weigh-in 5:30; meeting 6; First Presbyte- dido Key. rian Church of Foley; (Berry & Highway • Karaoke: 6; Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores. 59). June 23 gig at Wharf Amphitheater • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 8; Pappa • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Tickets for newly-minted Country • Karaoke w. John Henry: 5:30; American nerarity Point) Pensacola. Music Hall of Famer Alan Jackson’s Legion Post 99, Foley. • AA: 7 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship NAIA National Soccer Championship starts Nov. 27 in O.B. June 23 Honky Tonk Highway Tour • JW Karaoke: 6; Hub Stacy’s At The Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- stop at The Wharf Amphitheater are Point, Innerarity Point. nerarity Point) Pensacola. Fifteen teams punched their ticket to next week’s 2017 NAIA now on sale. • NAPA Pool League: 7:30; The Office, • Ladies AA: 10 a.m.; Perdido Bay UMC With a year of sold-out shows and Foley. Women’s Soccer National Championship at the Orange Beach Worship Center, 13660 Innerarity Point packed houses in the rearview mirror, • Karaoke: 5; Veterans of Foreign Wars Sportsplex during opening round games on college campuses the tickets, priced from $27 to $79.50 Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pensacola. around the country. The 15 first round winners will join host plus fees will not last long. Tickets institution Mobile College for the remainder of the single-elimi- and more information are available at Ticketmaster.com, by phone nation championship from Nov. 27 – Dec. 2, including 15 of the 800.745.3000 or at The Wharf Box. top 16 seeds. Single day Alan Jackson’s Honky Tonk Highway passes can be purchased for Tour will find the country icon per- $9.95, while an all-champi- forming hits that have gained him le- NAIA Soccer Schedule gions of longtime fans, songs that onship tournament package Sunday, Nov. 26 continue to draw new crowds as a is $29.95. younger generation discovers his Opening Banquet: 6 p.m. The only upset came via No. music. Jackson’s repertoire stands the Monday, Nov. 27 test of time; it has impacted a field of 6 Keiser (Fla.) going down at artists who cite Jackson as an influ- 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m. and the hands of Tennessee Wes- 6:30 p.m. ence. It’s these same songs – many leyan by a 2-1 score. Ten- written by Alan – that earned him his Tuesday, Nov. 28 nessee Wesleyan notches its newfound place alongside country 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m. and first-ever championship win music’s greatest names and cemented 6:30 p.m. his place in its history with member- in its third trip. ship in the Country Music Hall of Wednesday, Nov. 29 Defending national cham- Fame. Fans will hear the songs they OUR LADY OF THE GULF KNIGHTS SUPPORT SPECIAL EDUCA- Quarterfinals - 11 a.m., 1:30 love from the man who wrote them TION: The Knights of Columbus Council from Our Lady of the Gulf in Gulf Shores pion University of Northwest- made recent check presentations to support special education programs at local p.m., 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. and made them famous, including his ern Ohio handled William debut hit “Here in The Real schools. The funds were raised during the Council’s October tootsie roll drive. Thursday, Nov. 30 Woods (Mo.) by a 5-0 score World”…signature songs such as (Above) (l to r) Caron Castro, Gulf Shores High School, Richard Pfizenmayer, Grand Semifinal Banquet today. Led by a pair of goals “Chattahoochee,” “Drive” and “Gone Knight of Council 10903 Knights of Columbus, Michelle Gibbons, GSHS, Isabel Lis- Friday, Dec. 1 Country”…party anthems “It’s Five boa, GSHS, and John Jorgensen, Tootsie Roll Drive Chairman, Knights of Columbu,s by Camilla Andersen, the present a check for $650 to the Gulf Shores High School Special Education Depart- Seminfinals - noon and 2:30 p.m. O’Clock Somewhere” and “Good Racers poured in four second- Time.” ment. (Below) Richard Pfizenmayer and John Jorgensen present a check for $650 to Saturday, Dec. 2 half goals in the victory. Jackson’s concert announcement the Special Education Class at Gulf Shores Elementary School; Knights of Colum- 3 p.m. (championship match) Unseeded Tennessee Wes- comes on the heels of his show-ending bus representatives present a check for $650 to the Gulf Shores Middle School Spe- CMA Awards performance celebrating cial Education Class. The Philip A. Lambert Council meets at Our Lady of the Gulf leyan was the lone visiting his 2017 induction to the Country Church in Gulf Shores at 308 East 22nd Ave. on the third Tuesday of each month. team to win today. The Lady Music Hall of Fame. Alan and his Call 251-967-1121 or e-mail [email protected] for more Council info. Bulldogs knocked off host No. 6 Keiser. Coming into today’s band, The Strayhorns, reminded fans match, Keiser had won seven of their previous eight Opening what they’ll enjoy on the Honky Tonk Highway Tour in 2018 as he closed out Round home contests. “Country Music’s Biggest Night” with After Vanguard (Calif.) recorded a 4-0 shutout of Northwest back-to-back performances of “Chasin’ (Wash.), the Lions moved their Opening Round record to 5-0-2 That Neon Rainbow” and “Don’t Rock all-time. The Lions boast the longest active Opening Round un- the Jukebox,” bringing the star-filled audience to its feet as the likes of beaten streak at seven. Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Eric With three champions today, the Golden State Athletic Confer- Church and others were seen singing ence and Southern States Athletic Conference send the most rep- along to Alan’s memories of “livin’ that honky tonk dream.” resentatives to the final site 16-team championship field Jackson’s long line of career-defin- Overall No. 1 seed Martin Methodist (Tenn.), who boasts the top ing accolades that include three CMA seed for the first time since 2005 when it was the national cham- Entertainer of the Year honors, more pion, survived a 1-0 overtime victory against Bryan (Tenn.). The than 25 years of membership in the Grand Ole Opry, a 2016 Billboard RedHawks improve to 9-1 in the Opening Round, with all of the ranking as one of the Top 10 Country matches coming at home. Host teams went 14-1-0 overal in the Artists of All-Time, induction to the opening round. In those 14 wins, the hosts out-scored the visiting Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, club by a 38-2 margin. Since the Opening Round format began in and the Heritage Award as the most 2008, the hosts improve to 122-19-11 all-time. Last year, the hosts performed country songwriter-artist Advertise Where It Counts of ASCAP’s first 100 years. went 13-2-0. Martin Methodist is the only program in history to The man from rural Newnan, GA has host openking rounds each previous year – 2017 marks the 10th- sold nearly 60-million albums world- consecutive home match for the RedHawks. The 3-0 Oklahoma wide, ranks as one of the 10 best-sell- ing male vocalists of all-time in all Wesleyan victory over Lindsey Wilson (Ky.) today snapped the genres. He has 50 Top Ten hits and 35 850-492-5221 • 251-968-5683 • mulletwrapper.com Blue Raiders nine-straight Opening Round win streak. #1s. Ad. 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Congratulations Chef Rudy Rudolph

Bill's By The Beach is proud of Chef Rudy's performance and professionalism at the 6th annual World Food Championships. The World Food Championships is the largest Food Sport tournament in history with over 2800 contestants from all 50 American states and 16 countries. Rudy placed in the top 10 of the Chefs category. In 2016, he placed in the top 10 of the seafood category. View photos of the event at bbtb.com/bills-blog.

Chef Rudy is preparing special Weekly Features with so many delicious choices. Signature steak, seafood, pasta, appetizer and dessert recipes will rock your palate. Make Thursdays even better with our Steak Night Specials. Sink your teeth into a Filet Mignon, Rib Eye or New York Strip and pair with your favorite glass of wine. View specials on our blog. Make reservations today 251-948-5227.

251-948-5227 | bbtb.com | 300 West Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores Monday-Thursday 11:00 am- 9:00 pm • Friday & Saturday 9:00 am to 10:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Page 46• The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING Post 5659; Elberta. Perdido Bay UMC Activities Center, • Coastal Alabama Farmer’s & Fisher- 13660 Innerarity Point Road, Pensacola, GSUMC invites singers to join man’s Market: 2-6 p.m.; 20733 Miflin Rd., info: Sarah De Lazzer, 262-749-4241. Foley. • Kiwanis Club of Foley: Noon on Tues- Mark Hayes at Dec. 9 workshop • Bowling Tourney: 7; Snapper’s; Orange days at Ryan's in Foley; 251-968-6288. Beach. • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Popular church anthem com- • Orange Beach City Council Meeting: 5 Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- poser/arranger Mark Hayes will p.m.; City Hall; 980-INFO. nerarity Point) Pensacola. be at Gulf Shores United • Bingo: 10 to 2; Gulf Coast Elks Lodge • AA: 7 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Worship Methodist Church December 9-0, 2782, Foley: 251-971-2782. Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- • GriefShare Support Group: For men nerarity Point) Pensacola. where he will direct an all-day re- and women; 6-8 p.m.; Point Church, • Al-Anon: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Ac- hearsal/workshop on Saturday, 13801 Innerarity Point Rd. Info: Shirley tivities Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Dec. 9 as well as conduct the Johnson, 601-278-6973. Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pensacola. Chancel Choir's annual Christmas • Orange Beach Bridge Club: Tue. & concert in a program of all Mark Thur at noon; Orange Beach Senior Cen- WED, DEC 6 Hayes music on ter; 251-981-3440. • Christmas Calendar: Please turn to Sunday, Dec. 10. • Orange Beach Library Children’s Story pages 6-24. There are several opportunities Time: 10 a.m.; preschool; 981-2923. • Flora-Bama Possible Probables: 2 p.m. for area singers to participate. For • Southwest Branch Library Children’s ‘til; (Sched. on pages 32-33), Flora-Bama, those who wish to join the choir Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; preschool; 12248 Perdido Key. for this event, rehearsals on Gulf Beach Hwy, Pensacola; (850) 453- • Flora-Bama Bingo: free; 1-4 p.m.; great Wednesday evenings at 6:30 are 7780. prizes, family friendly; 17401 Perdido beginning now, along with addi- • Gulf Shores Kiwanis Club: Palmer Din- Key Dr., Perdido Key. tional rehearsals scheduled on ing Room at Craft Farms; noon; new • The Blueberry Sessions Fall Concert some Fridays and Saturdays. The members and guests always welcome; Series presents Griffin House: 6 p.m.; • 251-981-9999. Karaoke: 10; The Undertow; Orange Saturday rehearsal/workshop on • Kiwanis Club of Big Lagoon: 7:30 a.m.; Beach. December 9 will include time to visit with Mark Hayes as well as listen to him coach and direct the choir. Lunch will be available along with new choral anthems, sheet music and CDs available for purchase. A visit to MarkHayes.com lists several upcoming visits to Carnegie Hall in New York City along with other churches Lee Adams of Cosmo’s has Island Spirit throughout the country. To attend the Saturday program, The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber recently presented its registration is required for groups and may be made by visiting the Island Spirit Award for October to Lee Adams of Cosmo's Restau- GSUMC website at gulfshore- rant & Bar. Adams was cited for her dedication to her job and the sumc.org. Those who wish to join Coastal Alabama area. The person who nominated Ms. Adam's in singing with the choir should had this to say about her, "Lee goes above and beyond with each call the church office at 251-968- GSMS ALL COUNTY VOLLEYBALL SELECTIONS: Congratulations to guest. She makes everyone's visit special and she represents our 2411 or email Cody Johnson at the GSMS Volleyball players who were selected for All County: Hannah Marsh, [email protected] as soon Molly Sims, Mackenzie Morrison, Ava Tobiassen, Brooke Gober (not pictured), and area in a very positive manner. She is southern hospitality." The as possible. Catherine Hackett (not pictured). Also pictured is Principal Robert McCartney and award was designed to give recognition to individuals who make Coach Victoria Roberson. special contributions to the quality of life we enjoy in the Coastal Alabama region. Pictured: Penny Groux, chair of the Island Spirit South Baldwin Democrats host Committee, Adams, Brian Harsney of Cosmo’s. Nov. 30 social in Foley The South Baldwin Democrat Club will host a social & meeting at 6 p.m. om Thursday, Nov. 30 at Griffin House plays Dec. 7 at Weeks Bay Plantation 6 p.m. at Bay Forest Clubhouse, located at 8110 Bay View Dr. in The final concert of the threee part Blueberry Sessions at Weeks Bay Foley. Plantation, with songwriter Griffin House, is scheduled on Thursday, The entire community is invited to December 7. (Tickets $20). Teaming up with Hix Snedeker Companies attend. Bring a drink and a snack and Skate Mountain Records, the intimate three-part concert series to share. Call 901-488-8973 for features live musical performances from world-class Southern singers more information about the club and songwriters set in the idyllic surroundings of the organic Fairhope or the social. farm. Tickets are $20 and available online, at The Fairhope Store and Dr. Music Records, in downtown Fairhope. The events include opening acts Luncheon fish-fry Dec. 1 at by up-and-coming artists newly signed by the Skate Mountain Records label. Foley United Methodist Church Doors will open at 6 p.m. with the concert beginning at 7 p.m. Music has a special heritage in Alabama—from small town stages to A fundraising fish-fry is sched- ADVERTISE WHERE IT COUNTS the iconic recording studios of Muscle Shoals. If you love music - and uled on Friday Dec. 1 from 11 a.m. the stories behind the songs -this concert is for you. Weeks Bay Planta- - 1 p.m. at the Foley United tion is located at 12562 Mary Ann Beech Road in Fairhope. For more in- Methodist Church Spirit Center, formation, visit weeksbayplantation.com. located at 901 North Pine St. in The Nashville-based House spikes his pop/rock songwriting with a Foley. Featuring deep fried white 850-492-5221 • 251-968-5683 dose of rootsy, atmospheric Americana. Born and raised in Ohio, House’s fish with homemade coleslaw, music is inspired by Bruce Springsteen, Woody Guthrie, Billy Bragg baked beans, hush puppies, and Wilco. His mix of sentimental melodies, ambient guitars, and dessert and drink. For more infor- sparse arrangements are evident on his first album for RCA, Flying Up- mation or directions call Foley United Methodist Church at 943- mulletwrapper.com side Down, recorded with members of Tom Petty's Heartbreakers. That 4393. 2007 release was followed in 2010 by The Learner. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 47 Page 48 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING • Adam Holt: 5; LuLu’s at Homeport Ma- lafleetfeet.com. day, Perdido Bay Baptist Church, 12600 rina, Gulf Shores. • Family Night Dinner & Activities: 5:45 Sorrento Rd. Pensacola; call for eligiblity • Karaoke & Dance Party: 6; The Purple p.m.; Saint Andrew by the Sea, 17263 requirements at (850) 492-2604. Skins Game returns Dec. 3 to Orange Beach Golf Center Parrot; Perdido Key. Fort Morgan Rd., Gulf Shores; 678-361- • Perdido Key Rotary Club: 7:30 a.m.; • Frankie G. On Piano: 6:30; Franco’s 2762. every Wednesday at Triggers. The City of Orange Beach Golf Center will hold its first Skins Italian Restaurant; Orange Beach. • Bingo: 7; Moe’s BBQ; Foley. 850.492.8335. Game tournament of the 2017/18 winter season on December 3, • John Lee Sanders: 6; Voyagers Restau- • Open Mixed Doubles Tennis: 7:30 a.m.; • Storytime at Pensacola Southwest and then on the first Sunday of each month through April, with rant at Perdido Beach Resort; Orange all levels welcome; Gulf Shores Tennis Branch Library: free; infant to 5; 10:30- Beach. Center; corner of West 19th Ave. and West 11; 1-2238 Old Gulf Beach Hwy; a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Each player • John Brust: 6; The Lobby Bar at Perdido 2nd St. (850)453-7780. places $5 to a pot for Skins and $2 in a pot Beach Resort; Orange Beach. • Veteran’s Bingo: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Ameri- • Gulf Shores Garden Club: 9:30 a.m.; for closest-to-the-pin on a designated hole. • John Joiner & Friends: 7; Hub Stacy’s, can Legion Post 99, Foley. first Wednesday of each month Septem- There are nine Orange Beach merchants Innerarity Point. • Prayer Shawl Ministry: Noon; Perdido ber thru May; Gulf Shores Activity Cen- • Smokey Otis & Mark Laborde: 7; Bay UMC Activities Center, 13660 Inner- ter; 300 E. 16th Avenue, Gulf Shores; sponsoring a hole-in-one, which pays Pappa Rocco’s; Gulf Shores. arity Point Rd., (Innerarity Point) Pen- new members and guests always wel- $250. Free hot dogs will be served prior to • Open Mic: 5:30; Tacky Jacks, Gulf sacola. come; 251-968-5683. the tournament. The Orange Beach Golf Shores. • Food Ministry For Hungry Families: • AA: Noon; Perdido Bay UMC Worship • Karaoke: 6; American Legion Post 44, noon-1 p.m.; Grace Lutheran Church, Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., (In- Center is located at 4700 Easy Street, off of Canal Road. The 9- Gulf Shores. corner of West 23rd Ave. and West 4th St. nerarity Point) Pensacola. Hole, Par-3 Course is open daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the • Karaoke: 9; The Office, Foley. in Gulf Shores; 251-968-5991. • AA: 7:30 p.m.; Perdido Bay UMC Wor- lighted Driving Range is open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more in- • Scott Koehn & Lisa Zanghi: 6:30; Flip- • Bread Ministry: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Or- ship Center, 13660 Innerarity Point Rd., formation, call 251-981-GOLF(4653). per’s, Orange Beach. ange Beach United Methodist Church (Innerarity Point) Pensacola. • Big Beach Running & Social Club: 5:30 Brook's Center. p.m.; Big Beach Brewery in Gulf Shores; • Food Bank: 9 - 11 a.m every Wednes-

May 18: The Killers triumphant return May 20: Is Kendrick Lamar best of his generation? May 19: The Chainsmokers are very hot right now "The only recurring dream I've had is I'm on one side of the street and Kendrick Lamar’s “Humble,” from his summer release DAMN, was a Like The Killers, The Chainsmokers bundled their most recent re- Brian Eno is on the other," Brandon Flowers told Rolling Stone of a No. 1 pop hit this past summer. Always in the conversation for best lease, Memories…Do Not Open, with tour ticket purchases, helping song on the Killers’ first album in five years. The band’s first Number rapper of his generation, he’s been selling out arenas since the release them become the first dance artist to top the Billboard 200 in three One album on the Billboard 200, Wonderful Wonderful, comes 13 years of his debut album, 2012's good kid, m.A.A.d city. Growing up sur- years. The New Yorkers first promoted single, "Selfie", started their after the Las Vegas rockers debut LP. Sales were bouyed by a combo rounded by Compton gangbangers, and he is a sure thing sell out at run to stardum. Described as 2016’s defining song, “Closer," featuring album/concert tour promotion. every arena he plays. "If I can make one person – or 10 million people vocals from Halsey, who will also play this year’s fest, spent 12 weeks This is the second time headlining Hangout Fest for a band that has – feel a certain type of euphoria in my music, that's the whole point," atop the Billboard Hot 100. “Don’t Let Me Down” won the Grammy been favorably compared to U2 for its sing-a-long anthems, beginning said Lamar, 30, in Rolling Stone. “Being on that stage, knowing that Award for Best Dance Recording. Chris Martin of Coldplay performed with “Mr. Brightside” from its 2004 debut album, Hot Fuss. you're changing people's lives, that's a high.’’ the song with The Chainsmokers on stage at 2017 Brit Awards.

Killers, Chainsmokers, Kendrick to headline May 18-20 Hangout Fest Friday, May 18 The Killers, Zedd, Portugal. The Man, Galantis, Cold War Kids, blackbear, Oh Wonder, Tash Sultana, Lauv, Lost VIP & general admission tickets on sale for beach party’s 9th year here Kings, Anderson East, Dej Loaf, Pussy Riot, Nothing But Thieves, Banners, Ron Gallo, The Green, The Glorious Sons, Just in time for Black Friday, tickets - priced at $259 Caroline Rose, Bones. for general admission and $1,099 for VIP - are now on sale for the 2018 Hangout Music Festival, which runs Saturday, May 19 May 18-20 at Gulf Shores Public Beach. Shuttle passes are $50 for the fest, which has booked The Killers, The The Chainsmokers, Halsey, Logic, Anderson Paak & The Free Nationals, St. Vincent, Grouplove, Bleachers, Man- Chainsmokers and Kendrick Lamar as headliners. An chester Orchestra, Tank And The Bangas, Cashmere Cat, EZ-Pay payment plan to pay in four monthly install- Bahamas, Noname, San Holo, Son Little, Kasbo, Skip Mar- ments is available online at hangoutmusicfest.com. ley, Goldfish, R.LUM.R, Mikky Ekko. Tickets for the May 17 Thursday kick-off party, usuaully priced at $50, will go on sale when that line-up is released early next year. Sunday, May 20 The line-up is subject to change, according to the Hangout Fest website, and more acts are expected be Kendrick Lamar, ODESZA, SZA, Foster The People, Awol- nation, Slightly Stoopid, Lil Pump, The Struts, Getter, NF, added in the coming months for the fest that will also Greta Van Fleet, Whethan, Alice Merton, Max, AJR, Pool- feature sets from ODESZA, Halsey, Logic, Zedd, Portu- side, Hippo Campus, Melvv, Alex Lahey, Welshly Arms, gal. The Man, St. Vincent, SZA and Foster the People. Mansionair, Sunflower Bean, Hotel Garuda. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 49 WHAT’S HAPPENING ONGOING EVENTS • Coastal Alabama Pickleball Club: Sun., Tue., Wed., Thu., Sat. in Gulf Shores; Info & Schedule: 619-321-7325. • Gulf Coast Arts Alliance Gallery: 225 East 24th Ave. in the Waterway Village neighborhood of Gulf Shores; 30 local and regional artists have their works on dis- play; 251-948-2627 or gulfcoastartsal- liance.com. • The Susan N. McCollough Gallery/Stu- dio: 350 Cypress Bend Blvd. (at the Mc- Collough Institute in Gulf Shores); 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; admission free; weekends with appoint- ments; 251-967-7677. • Daily Guided Tours of Ft. Morgan: 10- 11 a.m. daily in June & July; Fort Mor- gan State Historic Site, 18 miles west of Hwy. 59 on Ft. Morgan Rd. (Hwy. 180); 251-540-5257. • Old River Optimist Club: Monthly meeting locations and times are available online at OldRiverOptimistClub.org or by email at HelpingKids@OldRiverOpti- mistClub.org. • Swift-Coles Historic Home: Located at 17424 Swift Coles Lane in Bon Secour; open for tours Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. last tour at 3 p.m. Adults-$10; Children 6-12-$5; Under ST. BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN: 6 Free; Sandy Forsman, 251-949-5550. Friends and faculty of St. Benedict Catholic School in Elberta met recently to kick • Orange Beach Indian & Sea Museum: off the yearly fundraising campaign. The school has been serving the community Discover local history including Indian for 94 years, inspiring spiritual growth, intellectual challenge, community service culture and the importance of fishing to and compassion for others. It serves boys and girls from PreK3 to eighth grade. Do- the area. Free admission. nations may be made by check or credit card, in one-time gifting, monthly install- • Baldwin County Heritage Museum: ments and endowments. Info: 251-583-6352 or 251-986-8143. Pictured: St. Benedict 25521 Highway 98, Elberta, 10am-3pm, Teachers & Staff- Back row, Rhonda Krehling, Marlene Dekok, Cookie Krehling, Wednesday-Saturday; free; exhibits that Sherri Shutt; Front row, Jessica Owen, Kelly Rohe, Mary Corcoran, Susanne Roman. highlight the heritage of the area; 251- 986-8375. Page 50 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] WHAT’S HAPPENING • City of Foley Museum Archives and with trails that guide you along marshes, shrimping and hurricane picture exhibits Model Train Exhibit: All aboard for fun! secondary sand dunes, swamps and and gift shop; 244 West 19th Ave., Gulf Model trains are operated on Tuesdays, creeks. Free. Shores; 251.968.1473 Thursdays and Saturdays from 10am to • U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla ves- • Big Lagoon State Park: ‘til dusk; 12301 2pm. Free admission. sel safety examinations: Arrange for a Gulf Beach Hwy.; nature trails, beach, • Mobile Bay Ferry: (Seasonal) This free examination by calling Wayne Kin- picnic area, scenic look-out; $4 admission; auto/passenger ferry connects Fort Mor- dred at 251-965-3100. (850) 492-1595. gan to Dauphin Island. Call 251-540- • Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo: downtown • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge: 7787 for rates and schedule. Gulf Shores, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, 251-968- 12295 State Hwy. 180 in Gulf Shores; • Fort Morgan: History echoes off brick 5731. Enjoy more than six miles of hiking trails walls at this pre-Civil War fort. Designed • Baldwin Museum of Art: 111 W. Laurel and beach access. Open from sunrise to to control the shipping channel into Mo- Ave. (Hwy.98) in Foley. Hours: 10am - sunset; (251) 540-7720. bile Bay, today the mission is to share 4pm. Monday through Friday (251) 970- • Perdido Key State Park: Covered picnic lessons from the past. Adults-$7; Child- 1818. Admission is free. tables overlooking the beach provide a $4; 65 and older-$5. • The Hot Shop & The Clay Studio: great place for family outings.15301 Per- • Gulf State Park Pier: See what's biting Classes, & workshops. Info: 251-981- dido Key Dr.; $3 per car; (850) 492-1595. with a visit to the longest pier on the ARTS. • Tarkiln Bayou Preserve State Park: Gulf of Mexico. Sight-seeing passes are • Performing Arts Association: exhibits Home to four species of endangered available for those who don't want to by local artists; free; 119 West Laurel pitcher plants. A boardwalk offers visi- drop a hook. Children under 12 admitted Ave. in Foley; 251-943-4381. tors a view of the wild and beautiful free with paying adult. • Gulf Shores Museum: Special Exhibit- Tarkiln Bayou; Bauer Rd.; 2 miles south • Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trails at From Sea to Shining Sea: 200 Years of of US 98; (850) 492-1595. Gulf State Park: Hike or cycle into the Charting America's Coast. Museum also wilderness of the Alabama Gulf Coast features a backyard “Grandma’s Garden,” Alabama black bears found primarily in south end of state By Thomas Harms Historically, Alabama’s black bear population only occurred in the Fraternal Order of Eagles/Auxiliary accepting members southwest portion of the State, primarily in Mobile, Washington and The Fraternal Order of Eagles, Coastal Alabama #4549, Aerie Clarke Counties. The bears of this region of the State are of the and Auxiliary are now accepting new members. Stop by 3859 Florida subspecies, Ursus americanus floridanus, and while in low Gulf Shores Parkway, Suite #6, Gulf Shores on Tuesdays 2 to 8 numbers here, are quite abundant throughout many areas of Florida. In recent years, black bears have steadily immigrated into p.m., Wednesdays 2 to 6 p.m., Thursdays 2 to 8 p.m. and Satur- northeast Alabama from northwest Georgia, primarily to Dekalb, days 2 to 6 p.m. or call Terry at 21-550-5184 or Katie at 251- Cherokee and Etowah Counties, and have established a small, but 424-7550. The FOE is about people helping people. The viable population in that region of the State. While these bears look organization that has been around for over 100 years. Stop by very similar to the Florida bear, they are classified as a different sub- and check it out! The FOE also accepts dual members from species, the American Black Bear, Ursus americanus americanus. In other Aeries and Auxiliaries. Come be a part of an organization addition to these core areas, sporadic bear sightings have been doc- that believes in helping its community. umented in other areas throughout the State, which may indicate that Alabama’s black bear populations are slowly increasing. The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division is currently work- Friends of Southwest Library sponsor Manna Food Drive ing with Auburn University to conduct research on black bears within the state. Data collected will yield information on black bear The Friends of the Southwest Branch Library are sponsoring a population size, density, basic demographics, confirmation of the sub- Manna Food Drive at Southwest Library during November and species, and will provide insight on the mechanics of re-colonizing December. Southwest will be a drop off location for non-perish- large carnivores. This information will also help with future black able items Monday – Thursday 10am to 8pm, Friday-Saturday 10am to 4pm. The library is located at 12248 Gulf Beach Hwy. bear management practices for our growing population. GSMS ART STUDENTS The future of Alabama’s black bears lies with its citizens. It is the EARN FEST AWARDS: Congrat- in Pensacola. Call 850-453-7780 for more info. responsibility of Alabamians to take proactive measures to avoid cre- ulations to the two Gulf Shores Mid- The drive is being coordinated by new Director of Special Proj- ating situations that could encourage them to become habituated to dle School 8th grade art students that ects August Schmidt. placed in the 2017 National Shrimp Most Needed Items: Breakfast Foods (individually packaged humans. Bears are easily attracted to residential areas where easy Festival Youth Art Contest. Fernanda sources of food are available such as pet food, bird feeders and house- Larenas won Best of Show and Abri- oatmeal and grits); Canned Fruit (15 oz. can, in natural juice); hold garbage. When humans live within bear country, these easy food anna Madden won 1st place. The Gulf sources must be removed to decrease conflicts between people and Shores Middle School art program re- bears. Place trash outside on pick-up days, not left overnight. Re- ceived $500. move deer and bird feeders at the first sighting of bear activity. Feed pets inside or if fed outside, only feed the amount that will be con- sumed by your pet in a short time. Storing grills and smokers inside when not in use can avoid damage to your cooking equipment. These simple efforts can lead to maintaining bears in their wild state and avoid human/bear conflicts. If you see a bear in your area, remain calm and don’t approach the bear. The fact that you have seen a bear doesn’t necessarily represent a problem, it may simply be passing through the area. It will most likely not stick around long if there is no available food source. Dur- ing the spring and summer months, adult males increase their ranges dramatically in search of receptive females and young subadult bears are dispersing from their mothers territory. These two situations will most likely be responsible for the majority of sightings during this time of the year. If you do encounter a bear at close range: 1. Do not run from the bear but back away slowly; 2. Stand tall and upright; 3. Avoid direct eye contact; 4. Make sure the bear has a free direction to escape; 5. GSMS ALL COUNTY FOOTBALL SELECTIONS: Congratulations to the GSMS football players who earned All County. Top Row - left to right: Kolton Hol- Never purposely feed a bear. land, Charlie Hollis, Devin Polk, Brett Stephens, Coach Joshua Cobb. 2nd row - Pictured: A 112lb female black bear that was captured and radio- Tyler House, Mattox Johnson, Micah Parker, Jay Gonzalez. 1st Row - Sol Baranovics, collared as part of a research project with Auburn University Nathan Higginson, Jud Keel. 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The completely redesigned website has a fresh new look, improved navigation, up-to-date news, a dynamic events listing and an overall goal of keeping the public informed and engaged. “The new website and domain name give the City of Orange Beach a new start as the official source for governmental information,” City Ad- ministrator Ken Grimes said. “Targeting our citizens, property owners and businesses, the new site takes another big step toward transparency like our Town Hall meetings, which offer an ‘open mic’ for any question to be asked and answered. The website gives another means to ask questions or voice con- cerns, which are always an- swered within 24 hours and often within the hour the email is sent. Our staff takes customer service as a top pri- ority and the site is another tool in providing communica- tion and information to our community.” New features like the city’s News page give up-to-date information on key community events, projects and decisions. Watch for this as an information tool, along with details like daily beach report flag Big Lagoon Kiwanians accepting donations for Wreaths Across Barrancas program through Nov. 28 conditions, trash pick up, and weather reports. The Kiwanis Club of Big Lagoon is spearheading a drive to participate in the Wreaths Across America program “The site is a work in progress with many new ideas planned, so let us to remember and honor our fallen veterans. The club is taking orders for wreaths specifically for Barrancas Na- know what you would like to see and we will try to develop ways to make tional Cemetery at NAS Pensacola. it happen,” Grimes said. Since 2008 Congress has issued a proclamation each year officially recognizing Wreaths Across America Day in It’s time to explore, ask questions and get the most out of the new web- December. This year the ceremony and placement of wreaths will be on December 16 beginning at 9 a.m. Wreaths site. Find agendas for upcoming City Council meetings or answers to fre- are $15 and payment can be made online with credit card or by check using the downloadable mail-in order form. quently asked questions, listen to recordings of past meetings, sign up for You may pick up the wreaths on Dec 17 or we will place it for you. Last day to order wreaths is Nov 28. For more city alerts through text messaging and emails, and explore the many fa- information call 850-207-1217. The Kiwanis Club of Big Lagoon Foundation Inc. is a 501-C entity. cilities in the city such as the Coastal Arts Center, Golf Center, Recreation For the past three years, Big Lagoon Kiwanis, Bailey Middle School Builder’s Club and the K-Kids Club, along Center, Aquatic Center, Tennis Center, Indian & Sea Museum, Library, with several other local area non-profits, placed wreaths at veterans’ head stones. It was an excellent opportunity Adult/Senior Activity Center, and Sportsplex, among others. to teach younger generations about the value of their freedoms and the importance of honoring those who sacri- Under City Departments, learn about storm preparedness or find plan- ficed so much to protect those freedoms. ning commission agendas and recordings, business license information, Approximately 11,000 wreaths were placed at Barrancas. An inspiring sight, but still leaving nearly 40,000 annual finance reports, information on trash & recycling, beach safety grave sites unadorned. This year we will work hard to improve those numbers while we Remember, Honor, and and Molly’s Patrol, along with many other city services. Teach. You can help—order wreaths online at Barrancaswreaths.com. For the time being, the old website www.cityoforangebeach.com will redi- Pictured: Kiwanis Key Club members help lay wreaths at Barrancas Cemetary onboard NAS. rect to the new site. Visit orangebeachal.gov today and see why “Life is Better Here.”The City of Orange Beach has officially launched its new website, orangebeachal.gov, with the assistance of Shelley Piraino of Shazam Interactive. The completely redesigned website has a fresh new Thompson said State Cup and events like it are look, improved navigation, up-to-date news, a dynamic events listing and Foley Tourism Complex has 5 year deal to an overall goal of keeping the public informed and engaged. the reason the complex was built in the first “The new website and domain name give the City of Orange Beach a place. new start as the official source for governmental information,” City Ad- host Alabama Soccer Association State Cup “We’re very proud of how far we’ve been able to ministrator Ken Grimes said. “Targeting our citizens, property owners bring the Foley Sports Tourism Complex,” and businesses, the new site takes another big step toward transparency Foley Sports Tourism Complex will be the home Thompson said. “We know that once an event like our Town Hall meetings, which offer an ‘open mic’ for any question to of the Alabama Soccer Association State Cup for comes to Foley that we can win them over with be asked and answered. The website gives another means to ask ques- the next five years. ASA returned for a second our special brand of hospitality.” tions or voice concerns, which are always answered within 24 hours and year November 4-5 and again had such a great The contract extension is the second soccer often within the hour the email is sent. Our staff takes customer service experience they signed on to hold the event in as a top priority and the site is another tool in providing communication event extension to come this year. Back in June, and information to our community.” Foley through 2022. the Sun Belt Conference signed on to host their New features like the city’s News page give up-to-date information on The State Cup brings the best youth soccer women’s soccer championships in Foley for the key community events, projects and decisions. Watch for this as an in- teams from around Alabama. ASA Executive Di- next two years. With the Foley Event Center now formation tool, along with details like daily beach report flag conditions, rector Tom Condone said they are excited to online, the complex is looking to replicate their trash pick up, and weather reports. bring this kind of quality soccer to Foley for years success with the indoor sports tourism market as “The site is a work in progress with many new ideas planned, so let us to come. well. know what you would like to see and we will try to develop ways to make “We are thrilled to continue our great partner- Thompson said he is working to work with key it happen,” Grimes said. ship with the Foley Sports Tourism Complex," events rightsholders to secure long-term con- It’s time to explore, ask questions and get the most out of the new web- site. Find agendas for upcoming City Council meetings or answers to fre- said Condone. "The complex is state of the art tracts for economically-impactful events, like quently asked questions, listen to recordings of past meetings, sign up for and the ability to bring our state championships State Cup, so there is some regularity to the com- city alerts through text messaging and emails, and explore the many fa- to the Alabama Beaches as a destination is very plex schedule that both spectators and local busi- cilities in the city such as the Coastal Arts Center, Golf Center, Recreation exciting.” nesses can count on. Center, Aquatic Center, Tennis Center, Indian & Sea Museum, Library, Both in 2016 and 2017 more than 100 teams “Now our community can count on seeing visi- Adult/Senior Activity Center, and Sportsplex, among others. competed at the State Cup. With age divisions tors in early November,” said Thompson. “This Under City Departments, learn about storm preparedness or find plan- ranging from U14 to U19, players traveled with helps us become more consistent economically ning commission agendas and recordings, business license information, their families. This caused Foley hotels to be at or throughout the year.” annual finance reports, information on trash & recycling, beach safety near occupancy when the event was in town. and Molly’s Patrol, along with many other city services. For more on the State Cup or any FSTC events, Foley Sports Tourism Complex Director, David visit our website at FoleySportsTourism.com. Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 53

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brothers. His grandmother had Tuberculosis and three of the 95-year-old Welton Hance continues to work fulltime & volunteer in community boys had symptoms of the beginnings of it. There was By Carolyn Brady spent in places like Peleliu Island, where 40 percent of no medicine to treat it in those days and most people Normally, after the initial introduction of someone in the 28,000 Marines and infantry troops who fought went to a Sanitarium for help. Mr. Welton’s dad quit an article, we refer to that person by their last name there died or were wounded. his job and moved the family. only. He was in the battle for Guadalcanal. He can talk Mr. Welton remembered his days as a boy here and However, for 95-year-old Welton E. Hance, we are about the Amtrac landing craft (amphibious tractor) that the climate was good, so he moved his wife here. going to call him by his preferred title and forename, and Washing Machine Charlie’s nightly flights over It was much better for a while he said. “Mr. Welton.” the island to harass the troops and keep them awake. After 62-years of marriage Phyllis passed away. Mr. Welton doesn’t consider himself to be much, but As he talks about his experiences, sometimes he He continued to live here, work and help in the com- after a few minutes around him, one discovers that he throws in some of his dry-quick humor. munity. He let his beard grow and worked helping is truly a very special person. He just lives his life, He once captured an enemy solder. They were behind Santa out whenever he was needed. loves his wife, goes to work, volunteers, and generally enemy lines and went into a village. The soldier was “I was over at Ryan’s walking around talking to the helps others. sitting with his rifle leaned nearby. When he saw Mr. kids. I got tired so I sat down to rest. That is where I A typical trip to at Lowe’s in Foley where Mr. Welton Welton, he threw his hands up and surrendered. met Wilma. She was there to pick up her son and we has worked for the last eighteen years, will go some- “That is what happened, but I tell people that I wres- started talking. After about a week or so, I kept think- thing like this. tled with him for two hours and he finally surren- ing about her. I found her son and gave him my phone Suppose you have several items dered,” Mr. Welton said. number. I said, ‘See if she will call me.’ The rest is his- to pick up for various home proj- He says soldiers could mail any- tory. I am very blessed. ects. You spy Mr. Welton and ask thing home at no cost. Once he “I agreed when I married her it was for better or him where to find one of the items. “I agreed when I wrote his little sister’s name and worse,’’ he added. “At the time I had no idea it was Mr. Welton will likely respond, “Let address on a coconut and she got it. going to be so good. When I tell her that, I get a hug.” me see your list.” He will then married her it was for He had mailed home some of his Wilma and Mr. Welton have been happily married for proceed to lead you on an expedi- better or worse. At the war souvenirs. Years later he gave ten years. He calls her, “Sweetheart,” and she calls tion to different departments to them to the Pensacola War Mu- him, “Darling.” pick up each item on the list with time I had no idea it seum. At 95, Mr. Welton has no plans to slow down or re- no backtracking. Mr. Welton said that women first tire. He continues to work 40-hours a week at Lowe’s During the month of November, was going to be so were allowed to join the Marines in Foley where they have provided him with his own we remember our veterans, and during his time of service. When he reserved parking spot. He is often found near the area our nation has set aside the good. When I tell her returned to the United States after where keys are made. eleventh as Veteran’s Day to honor that, I get a hug.” his wartime service, he engaged He says he works in hardware because he is a nut the men and women who have the first woman Marine he saw in and screws things up. Everything hangs on a hinge, served in The United States Armed conversation. Her name was Phyl- but he usually nails it. Forces, and to thank them for their lis and he married her. Wilma adds, “He never meets a stranger, and every- time sacrificed away from family. “We were married at Camp Lejeune (North Carolina) body is his friend. Everybody loves him. Living with Mr. Welton is one of those men in our community and the camp bakery made us a cake. The only person him is an experience you can’t explain. You never who stands out in the minds of many when they think not in uniform was the minister,” he said. know from one minute to the next what is going to about Veteran’s Day. Mr. Welton was released from active duty at the end come out of his mouth or what he is going to do.” When he was nineteen-years-old, on December 10, of the WWII but remained in the Marine Reserves. In After work (Wilma is a cashier at Wal Mart), the cou- 1941, just three days after the Japanese attacked The 1950, Uncle Sam called again and requested that he ple goes home to start their second shift. United States at Pearl Harbor, Mr. Welton signed up return to active duty for the duration of the Korean Mr. Welton continues making jewelry from mashed for military service. conflict. He received his final discharge papers in up colored bottles he forms into small sizes and “The war had just started. I was young, single, and 1953. shapes to make jewelry. Wilma works with her sewing healthy as were millions of others. I just became part After their military time ended, the family moved to projects. of the group,’’ he said. “Nothing special.” Cincinnati, where Mr. Welton went to school to learn Carl Smith, a fellow veteran, has known Mr. Welton His actual enlistment was not finalized until Decem- how to work with glass. for several years. “If anybody needs counseling, spend ber 17. “The ads enticed young men to join the After school, they moved to about ten miles outside of a few hours with him in his shop,’’ he said. “I am a bet- Marines,” Mr. Welton said, “I had no idea what I was Sioux Falls, North Dakota and raised a family of four, ter man for every hour I have spent with him.” signing up for. three girls and a boy. He went to work blowing glass PICTURED: Mr. Welton and Wilma, his wife; Mr. Wel- “The Marines promised travel and adventure and and serving the community in law enforcement and as ton helping Brandan Sellers find the items he needs they kept their word. It was very intense. Not at all city councilman. He says the councilman’s pay was at Lowe’s in Foley where Mr. Welton has worked 18 like the movies. You are not crying in a foxhole. It’s $228 per year. years; Vets Carl Smith (Seabee), Gen. Ben Pellegrini nothing like that. You are suddenly in circumstances. He worked there for 42 years until his wife became a (Army), Mac Frey (Navy) & Bob Duke (Marines) You are not thinking about being afraid. You aren’t semi-invalid. He said the winter weather made it diffi- showed up during a Veteran’s Day lunch sponsored by planning anything, you are reacting to the circum- cult to get her to doctor’s appointments so they de- Tacky Jacks to honor Mr. Welton for his service to his stances. If someone is about to shoot you, you have to cided to consider changing to a better climate. country and his continuing service as a volunteer in shoot first. You don’t have to train for that. I just did When Mr. Welton first arrived in South Baldwin the Pleasure Island community (Mr. Hance said he what they told me to do.” county when he was five-years-old, moving to Magno- wanted a standing picture so people wouldn’t think he He can tell you detail after detail about his time lia Springs with his parents, grandparents, and three needed the wheel chair). Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] • • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Page 55

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2112542 Page 56 • The Mullet Wrapper •Nov. 22-Dec. 5, 2017 • Ad. Info: 251-968-5683 OR 850-492-5221 • SHARE YOUR COMMUNITY NEWS • Email: [email protected] Mobile-Tensaw Delta's fall magic happening now By David Rainer in the Delta lasting until going to move every time you Pictured: Patric Garmeson un- Al. Dept. of Cons. & Nat. Resources Christmas,” Garmeson said. get a good cold front. This last Fall is a magical time on the “When it gets cold, then you’ll front kind of bunched these fish hooks a nice speckled trout that Mobile-Tensaw Delta. The white see the deeper-water areas like up and dictates what they do was fooled by a plastic grub dur- pelicans execute their synchro- Theodore Industrial Canal and next, which is likely to move up ing a recent trip on the Mobile- nized flying patterns as mullet the Mobile River start to be pro- the rivers and look for deeper Tensaw Delta. The trip also leap for the sky for no apparent ductive. water where the water tempera- yielded a 25-inch redfish and reason. In the distance, the “If you’re tough enough and tures are more consistent. numerous keeper trout. spray from their spouts reveals can handle the cold, you can That’s my theory, anyway.” a pod of dolphins on the hunt as catch fish all winter. I love fish- When the fish do vacate the they surround a school of bait- ing this time of year. If the ditches south of the Causeway, fish. water isn’t pouring out of these Garmeson said he starts look- Oh, and the best part – the rivers on these big rises, you ing for mullet jumping to guide fish are bit- can catch him to his target species of ing. The in- these fish specks and reds. shore fish until March. “While it’s still cool to warm, I like speckled “Cold weather seems to be I know guys want to see some mullet jump- trout, redfish who have ing,” he said. “We ran a good and flounder a big factor. They’re going caught fish ways upriver and we quit see- travel up Mo- to follow the salinity, but in Raft, Ten- ing mullet. We came back down bile Bay and saw and to where the mullet were jump- end up on ei- they’re going to move every Spanish in ing and we started catching fish ther side of time you get a cold front.’’ that Febru- again. If you’re not getting (the Battleship ary-March boat) up on plane to run around Parkway timeframe.” looking for fish, if you just want (Causeway) Garmeson to troll along and keep an eye this time of year as the salinity said we started our trip in the on your fish finder, you’re going slowly increases in parts north, channels just south of the to be able to see schools of fish. and the baitfish and shrimp Causeway because of a little When we ran way up Raft head into the estuaries. higher salinity level and an River, I wasn’t marking much Patric Garmeson of Ugly Fish- abundance of baitfish. on my fish finder, so it was a ing Charters is from the young “You’ve got pogeys (men- pretty easy decision to leave. fish in the Louisiana marsh. Before the water temperature generation of guides who take haden), shad and glass min- That’s not to say there weren’t The grub had black sides, a glit- cools much more, anglers will full advantage of this angling nows, so there’s a lot more any fish up there, but it wasn’t ter belly and a chartreuse pad- likely encounter quite a few fish opportunity in the fall. Savvy in forage in that area right now,” worth the time to stay up there dle tail. under the 14-inch minimum on all things social media, Garme- he said. and try to find them.” “I got back from Louisiana and speckled trout. As the temps son spreads the word about the We threw grubs on lead-head Garmeson said anglers who still had these grubs tied on,” he continue to fall, the fishing gets fishing in the Delta through jigs, tandem fish the Delta said. “I just started throwing even better. platforms like Facebook, Insta- Road Run- in the fall them in the Delta and the fish “My magic temperature range gram and YouTube. ner rigs de- should be were nailing them. Been throw- is 52 to 62 for bigger fish,” In the Delta proper, where the signed for “Those larger fish get prepared ing them ever since.” Garmeson said. “Until it gets five rivers – Mobile, Tensaw, crappie, and with a vari- When it comes to rigging and down to that range, you may Spanish, Apalachee and Blake- grubs a cou- active when it gets below ety of baits, equipment, he uses both spin- catch fish on flocks of birds ley – form the area rich in natu- ple of feet 62, and that’s when I feel both live and ning and bait-casting tackle around schools of trout. Most of ral resources and unparalleled under pop- artificial. with medium to medium-heavy those fish may be undersized. biodiversity, the fishing is dic- ping corks. like I can catch big fish.” rods, depending on whether he Those larger fish get active tated more by river flow than While the “Up until expects to encounter decent- when it gets below 62, and cold temperatures. If upstate jig-grub com- this last cold sized redfish. Garmeson uses that’s when I feel like I can rain causes the Tombigbee and bination produced slightly front, you had to have some 20-pound braided line with a catch big fish.” Alabama rivers to rise signifi- larger fish, including a beauti- kind of live bait, whether 20-pound fluorocarbon leader. Garmeson and his family can cantly, that freshwater flushes ful, 25-inch redfish, better num- pogeys or live shrimp,” he said. “I don’t think the leader makes catch some good fish before that through the Delta and will bers came on the jig under a “Topwater fishing was pretty a lot of difference,” he said. perfect temperature range ar- chase the saltwater species popping cork, which produces a good until the sun came up. “There are times when I get in rives. Just last weekend, his back into Mobile Bay and points noise that sounds like trout Then you had to have some- really still areas where I want son, Cooper, took first place in south. feeding. The popping cork rig thing live to get a bite. On the to freeline a bait, I might drop redfish and second place in If the winter rains hold off, the produced trout when the plain last couple of trips, we’ve been down a little on the leader size. speckled trout in the junior di- saltwater will continue to inch grub was ignored. catching them on a Yum Mud But most of the time I still go vision at the Marsh Madness northward, and the fish will fol- “We caught them from the bot- Minnow (plastic minnow bait). with 20-pound braid and 20- Fall Fishing Tournament in the low. tom of the water column to the “In September, you could catch pound leader.” Delta. On our trip last week, Garme- top in 7 to 10 feet of water this a few on the Mud Minnow to son and I found fish mainly morning,” Garmeson said. “That find out where the fish were, within sight of the Causeway bite could last well into Decem- but you caught more fish on live because of a recent rain event ber, but those fish may shoot up bait. 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