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The path we’ve traveled

T he first inhabitants to Baldwin County’s rich Delta region can be traced back approximately 10,000 years to Pre-Mississippian Native Amer-

ican cultures, who are often referred to as “mound-builders.” Even today, a variety of burial, ceremonial and residential mounds can be found along the coun-ty’s waterways.

The Spanish arrived in the area in 1519 when Alonzo Alvarez De Pineda sailed into Mobile Bay and named it Espiritu Santo; in 1540, Hernando de Soto traveled through a portion of the county — the town of Spanish Fort being the site of the Spanish occupation.

Over the years, both the French and English would also occupy the county, offering a variety of contribu-tions to its rich history and heritage.

Baldwin County has also been the site of many his-torical battles. Andrew Jackson and his Volunteers fought the Indians in 1813 at Fort Mims, and Jackson also crossed the county to cause the surrender of the Spanish commandant at Pensacola.

During the War of 1812, at Fort Bowyer (now Fort Morgan), the British attacked the fort prior to the infa-mous Battle of New Orleans, losing the HMS Hermes in the process.

Four years later, Alabama joined with the original 13 American colonies, and Baldwin County became a part of the United States by its inclusion in an Ameri-can territory.

During the Civil War, Fort Morgan was once again

the site of a fierce battle, when, in 1864, Union Adm. Farragut entered Baldwin-Mobile Bay to seal off Con-federate shipping. During the fighting, the Tecumseh, a Federal Ironclad, sank in a narrow inlet, where it still lies with its entombed crew near the fort.

Numerous skirmishes also occurred in the northern part of the county. Fort McDermott in the Spanish Fort region received 48 hours of constant bombardment, and in April 1865, Union forces mounted an assault on Fort Blakeley, with an estimated 4,475 soldiers killed or wounded in the attack on the earthwork fortress.

However, Baldwin County was not only a place where battles were fought, but a land where futures were built on embracing diversity and a neighborly helping hand — France, Greece, Yugoslavia, Germany, Russia, Sweden, Czechoslovakia, countless African nations and dozens of other sources have contributed to the area’s rich cultural history.

This melting pot of people built the county’s ag-ricultural, commercial, manufacturing, tourism and fishing industries and made the county prosper and persevere during even severe economic depressions.

Today, Baldwin County remains one of the fastest growing counties in Alabama, with 182,265 citizens (according to the 2010 census). Baldwin County is a place welcome to all — a land of abundant natural re-sources, a healthy economy and beautiful beaches, as well as a people who have carved out a place to live, prosper and continually grow.

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Baldwin County is the largest county in Alabama and the 12th largest county east of the Mississippi River. Its 2,027 square miles are filled with historical sites, shopping, top-notch restaurants, golf courses, nature trails and parks.

Rolling, wooded hills and the Mobile-Tensaw Delta characterize the North Baldwin area, and the bluffs on the Eastern Shore overlook beautiful Mobile Bay. Central Baldwin has no shortage of wide-open spaces and scenic farmland, and the white-sand beaches of South Baldwin draw visitors from all over the country.

The people of Baldwin County are as diverse and beautiful as its landscape. The area is a haven for artists, musicians, writers and photographers as well as farmers, fishermen and chefs.

This diversity of land and people has created a place where everyone can find their niche. There’s an event, class, outdoor activity or new hobby just wait-ing to be discovered.

Communities all over the county are waiting to be explored and enjoyed — get out there and have some fun.

Stockton

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North BaldwinI f you like hunting, fishing or simply getting out and

enjoying the splendors of nature, North Baldwin County will be your paradise. From the bogs and

rivers of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta to the beautiful pine forests, there’s abundant flora and fauna that can delight and entertain. If your idea of a good time is pitching a tent and stargazing as you sit around a fire, North Bald-win is the place for you. The region also has plenty of excellent hotel accommodations and shopping destina-tions that will please you without putting a dent in your pocketbook.

tensaw-stocktonThe proud incorporated community of Stockton is

one of the northernmost points in the county, and is home to several beautiful historic homes and sites. Trav-el north on Highway 59 after leaving I-65 to experience the charm, grace and kindness of the people of the com-munity, and stay for some of the many events they host throughout the year at Centennial Park. Further north, you’ll find the deltas and bogs of the Tensaw area, as well as Historic Fort Mims, where you might see a his-toric battle reenactment or simply enjoy learning of the storied past of this county. And while you’re visiting

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TOP LEFT: John Heath demon-strates nail making at the Old Time Country Festival in Bay Minette.TOP RIGHT: Thomas Steele crawls to victory at Del-ta Dash in Stockton. MIDDLE: Ice forms at the Bay Minette Municipal Pool on Jan. 7 2014. LEFT: Lynn Bozone prepares pieces for the future Stockton Heritage Museum.

this part of the county, don’t miss a Southern homestyle feast at the Stagecoach Cafe.

bay minetteBay Minette is the county seat of Baldwin County and

embodies the kind of small town charms the South is known for, complete with scenic oak-lined streets and gorgeous homes that speak to a bygone era. Visit the picturesque public library, stop by the vibrant North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and its lovely gazebo or enjoy some good home-cooking at one of the many ex-cellent local restaurants.

stapletonMoving down Highway 59, you’ll see trees galore in

the unincorporated community of Stapleton. Once a rail-road hub for the county, the region now plays a role in Baldwin County’s ecological beauty, as homes and busi-nesses are separated by large swaths of land dominated by pine forests and pristine farmland.

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W hether you enjoy the outdoors, shopping, sports, dining, the arts or family friendly events, there is something for everyone in

Baldwin County’s Eastern Shore cities — Spanish Fort, Fairhope, Daphne and Point Clear.

spanish Fort The Eastern Shore Centre, an outdoor mall in

Spanish Fort, contains favorites like Barnes & No-ble, Bed Bath & Beyond, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Ann Taylor Loft, Jos. A. Bank, Talbots and Hollister Co. There’s also a state-of-the-art bowling alley and arcade, a 14-screen movie theater, a Publix supermarket and many restaurants.

The 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center is one of Spanish Fort’s best places to catch a close-up glimpse of local wildlife with walking tours and river boat cruises.


Fairhope Often referred to as the Crown Jewel of the East-

ern Shore, Fairhope is a special place. Downtown Fairhope is perfect for pedestrians. Streets are lined with local clothing retailers, vintage shops, art gal-leries, restaurants to suit all tastes, a local bookstore and coffee shops. Be mesmerized by the beauty and charm of downtown, decorated by flowers year-round, or the twinkling of lighted trees in the winter through mid-spring. Discover the arts in a small town with a bit of sophistication. Downtown Fairhope is also home to a romantic pier, rose gar-den and a beach. The drive along scenic 98 through the Point Clear area showcases Mobile Bay and the beauty of nature.

daphne Daphne is home to some of the Eastern Shore’s

best spots to watch for wildlife. At Bayfront Park at Village Point visitors can watch for alligators, snakes and other wildlife in their natural habitat.

Jackson’s Oak, a historic oak tree that dates back to before the Civil War, is also located on one of the nature trails at Village Point. Also in Daphne is Ga-tor Alley, a city-maintained boardwalk that passes under U.S. 98, where guests can spot alligators at any time between sunrise and sunset. Daphne’s his-toric Main Street has local restaurants and stores, a youth baseball park and a great park for kids called Centennial Park.

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W here crossroads meet in the “Hub of Bald-win County,” the municipalities of Cen-tral Baldwin — Loxley, Robertsdale and

Silverhill — have a lot to offer visitors to Baldwin County.

loxley The town of Loxley begins where Interstate 10

meets Highway 59. Many activities in town center around the Loxley Municipal Park and Loxley Civic Center, which is home each year to the Baldwin County Strawberry Festival. The Loxley Civic Cen-ter is also home to the City Rhythm Big Band.

robertsdale Just a short drive down Highway 59, you’ll find

Robertsdale, the “Hub of Baldwin County.” Roberts-dale is the largest municipality in Central Baldwin

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Public Works Director: Scott GilbertCity Engineer: Greg SmithCity Judge: Julian Brackin

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and is home to numerous parks, including Honey-bee Park along Highway 59, home of the Honeybee Festival and Honeybee Run.

Garrett Park is home to most of the city’s baseball and softball fields and also boasts a Kids Park and the city’s Splash Pad.

Robertsdale also hosts the Baldwin County Fair, one of the state’s longest running county fairs.

silverhill Take Highway 104 three miles west to Silverhill,

the area’s smallest and oldest municipality.Silverhill celebrates the heritage of its four flags,

Sweden, Czechoslovakia, Norway and Finland, every year with the annual Silverhill Heritage Day Festival.

On Memorial Day weekend, the town hosts the annual Fallen Heroes Car Show.

History buffs can check out the Oscar Johnson Memorial Library, the 100-year-old Zion Lutheran Church and United Bank, which is the historic home of the People’s Supply Company.

summerdale The last stop in Central Baldwin on the Highway

59 corridor is the town of Summerdale, also known as the “Sunshine of Baldwin County,” founded in 1906.

Check out Pioneer Park and beat the heat at the town’s Splash Pad. Want a little adventure? Visit Al-ligator Alley off Highway 59.

TOP: Patrons leave the Bald-win County Fair in Roberts-dale. MIDDLE LEFT: A man enjoys the Strawberry Festival in Loxley. MIDDLE RIGHT: Vendors sell honey at Roberts-dale’s Honeybee Festival. LEFT: A young boy sits atop a tractor at the Baldwin County Fair’s tractor show.

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Foley The Tanger Outlets in Foley offer shoppers an

array of stores at outlet prices. The city is also the shopping hub of South Baldwin with its big-box stores and home improvement stores attracting shoppers from a wide area. It also boasts a new farmer’s and fisherman’s market on County Road 20 and the city is sprucing up downtown for the 2015 Centennial celebration.

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gulf shoresGulf Shores is home to many specialty boutiques

and surf shops, alike. There is also a wide variety of restaurant fare to choose from with seafood as the basis, but each eatery has a unique specialty as well.

The city is fostering a Waterway Village District along the Intracoastal Waterway to give visitors and locals an alternative to the beach.

orange beachThe Wharf holds concerts by world-renowned

musicians, and bars and dives set the stage for local talent. Karaoke, dancing and games can be found at sports bars, eateries and night-life locations.

Orange Beach also has the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach with a glass-blowing hot shop, clay studio and outdoor stage.

magnolia springsQuiet, pristine rivers weave throughout this area,

showering local plants and animals with fertile habitats. Magnolia Springs has a library and upscale Jesse’s Restaurant.

elbertaThis picturesque little town is home to dinosaur

art in the woods near Barber Marina. The German Sausage Festival packs ‘em in to raise money for the volunteer Fire Department. The City Council is working on a Blues and Brews festival in the future.

TOP: Gulf State Park Pier in Gulf Shores. MIDDLE LEFT: Two young boys play on the beach. MIDDLE RIGHT: Balloons light up at Foley’s Hot Air Balloon Festival. LEFT: The sugar white sands of Orange Beach.

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rYTo some, Baldwin County may be all about beaches and tourism, but the

county has a rich history of cultures colliding, battles, wars and a gradual economic shift from agriculture to service and technology.

Baldwin County melds a mixture of cultures, ideas and events that make up its past, present and future. As part of the Mississippi Territory, the Alabama Territory and eventual statehood in 1819, the county’s early days were a clash of cultures. English, French and Spanish settlers tried to interact and coexist with the Native American tribes. Skirmishes with Indian tribes, the War of 1812 and the Civil War have left their marks on the area. Famous battles include the Fort Mims Massacre, the Battle of Mobile Bay and the Battle of Fort Blakeley.

McIntosh Bluff, Blakeley and Daphne have all served as the seat of county government. Bay Minette became the county seat in 1901 when the county records were spirited away from Daphne in the middle of the night.

The county holds a variety of reenactments, festivals, shows and concerts to celebrate elements of the past. From antique cars to bluegrass music, history comes to life throughout the year. Native American artifacts, Civil War weapons, Spanish names, German cuisine, Scandinavian flags, antebellum homes, Depres-sion Era tools, forts, mounds, crops, hurricane devastations … these remnants of the past are patchworks in a quilt that covers Alabama’s largest county.

Historical Attractions

Annual 1813 battle reenactment at Fort Mims – Jill Clair Gentry

1. 5 rivers deltaThe 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, located on the Causeway in Spanish Fort, is an 81-acre facility that offers visitors opportuni-ties to examine Baldwin County’s waterways and wildlife. The large exhibit hall presents information on plant and animal life through an exceptional collection of photographs and taxidermy specimens. The 90-seat theater offers documentaries that focus on the local wildlife. The waterways of the delta and bay are accessible to visitors from the 5 Rivers site as well. Daily excur-sions on the “Pelican” bring to life the delta estuary.• Location: 30945 Five Rivers Blvd. (just off the Causeway),

Spanish Fort• Contact: 251-625-0814

2. bicentennial ParkBicentennial Park gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy the natural attributes of the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta as they take in the beauty of the two-mile walking trail within the park.The park’s displays chronicle Native American culture circa 1780s through the settlement by Europeans in the 19th century. • Location: 51233 Highway 225, Stockton • Contact: 251-580-1897 to arrange a tour

3. blakeley state ParkHistoric Blakeley State Park offers opportunities to tour a preserved Civil War battlefield, visit the site of one of the oldest towns in the state and learn about the plants and animals that

inhabit Mobile Bay and the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta. Visitors can examine more than five miles of Confederate and Union breastworks within the park that marks the site of the last major battle of the American Civil War. In addition, one can relive the beginning of Baldwin County’s heritage at the Blakeley town site in the park. While there were hotels, stores and churches serving about 4,000 people in the 1820s, the site has since been reclaimed by nature and is home to majestic oaks that line what were once busy streets. • Location: 34745 Highway 225, Spanish Fort • Contact: 251-626-0798

4. bon secour natural Wildlife refugeThe Bon Secour Natural Wildlife Refuge can take visitors back in time to view the Gulf Shores area as it was long before man interrupted the pristine nature of the Gulf Coast. The 7,000-acre preserve is a protected habitat for migratory birds and sea turtles. Activities include free guided tours, restoration programs, the Coastal Cleanup project, bird banding and a bird fest.• Location: 12295 Highway 180, Gulf Shores• Contact: 251-540-7720

5. Fort mimsOn August 30, 1813, a band of 700 Red Stick Creek Indians de-stroyed Fort Mims in northern Baldwin County and killed about 250 of those defending the stronghold. During the last weekend in August each year, the Fort Mims Restoration Association


commemorates the 1813 battle during a weekend-long reenact-ment. • Location: County Road 80, Tensaw • Contact: 251-937-5710; FortMims.org

6. Fort morganThis brick-and-mortar fortress located at the mouth of Mobile Bay served American forces during the Civil War, Spanish-American War and both world wars. The 479-acre site includes concrete artillery batteries and historic buildings dating from 1899 to 1910. Also located onsite is a museum that features a complete history of Fort Morgan. • Location: 51 Highway 180, Gulf Shores • Contact: 251-540-7202

7. swift-coles historic home The Swift-Coles Historic Home was originally built around 1882. In, 1898 the Charles A. Swift family moved into the home, and as the Swift family grew in size, the home was expanded to its current 6,000 square feet, which includes 16 rooms, 10 fireplaces and 3,500 square feet of porches that look out onto the homes grounds. In the summer 2009, the home and grounds were opened to the public for tours. In addition, the home is decorated during the Christmas holiday as it would have been in 1900s. • Location: 17424 Swift Coles Lane, Gulf Shores • Contact: 251-580-1897

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1. old daphne methodist church museumHoused in a 155-year-old church building, this museum fea-tures a varied collection of items that reflect the long history of Daphne — its businesses, homes and residents. It is home to a set of newspapers from the early 1900s called The Standard that display the character of early Daphne. Also featured are photo-graphs, pottery, a jubilee display and numerous other relics that indicate what life in Daphne was like over the past 100 years. The church building itself is an amazing piece of 19th century architecture that shouldn’t be missed. • 405 Dryer Ave., Daphne• 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. • Free• 251-621-9620

2. Fairhope museum of history Fairhope’s history museum is host to changing exhibits as well as permanent ones, which are mainly located on the first floor of the museum and depict Fairhope’s history.The second floor of the museum is home to the original Town Council chambers. The museum also offers interactive projects for children and has files available for research projects. It also boasts a large collection of more than 250 pieces of historic pot-tery from the area. Every Tuesday at 2 p.m., the Museum hosts a tea, where guests can enjoy a cup of Baldwin County tea, a cookie and a hear a story from Fairhope history straight from a local resident. A $2 donation is requested for this event. • 24 N. Section St., Fairhope• 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday • Free• 251-929-1474

3. Foley railroad museumFor 66 years, Baldwin County’s agriculture industry relied on a railroad system to transport goods from farms to the rest of the country. In 1971, the Louisville and Nashville Railroad ceased operations at its depot in Foley. Now, the depot houses the Foley Railroad Museum, which offers exhibits about Baldwin County’s railroading and agricultural history. A model railroad layout depicts the evolution of railroading in the 1950s, complete with three operating double track routes, 12 different railroads and several animated sites, along with repre-sentations of a fire station, church, bus station, city park, farm, sawmill, coal company and an oil refinery. The museum also has a train that carries children around Foley’s Heritage Park.• Foley Heritage Park, 125 E. Laurel Ave., Foley• 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday • Free• 251-943-1818

4. summerdale museum & archives This museum features items donated by the community’s resi-dents that depict the town’s history. It is housed in the Summer-dale Community Center.• 300 W. Jackson St., Summerdale • Free • 251-989-6626

MuseumsMain art: The Fairhope Museum of History is a fairly new museum located in Downtown Fairhope. The mullet fountain outside was one of three designs that was voted for by the citizens.

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5. holmes medical museumThis museum is located in Baldwin County’s first hospital, which served the community from 1936 to 1958. The interior of the museum is practically unchanged from its hospital days, and on self-guided tours, visitors can travel back in time to see how much medicine has advanced in the past 50 years. Antique surgical instruments, operating room machinery and a human skeleton are on display. The museum also features a “medical quackery” display, depicting some of the experimental medicine practiced in the early 20th century. Note: The museum is located on the second floor of a building, and there is no elevator. Large groups should call ahead to make an appointment.• 111 W. Laurel Ave., Foley• 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday• Free• 251-970-1818

6. baldwin county heritage museumThe Baldwin County Heritage Museum’s mission is to preserve the culture of the farm communities of early Baldwin County by creating a home for historically significant buildings, documents and artifacts. It is not filled with elaborate antiques or expensive collections, but rather holds bits and pieces of items used in the daily lives of men and women who lived in Baldwin County. • 25521 Highway 98 E., Elberta• 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Wednesday – Saturday • Free • 251-986-8375

7. gulf shores museumThe Gulf Shores Museum is located in a building that dates to before World War II and was originally the beach house of Val-erie Cole’s family from Mobile. There are three permanent exhibits: “portrait of a fishing vil-lage,” “drawing a line in the sand” and “hurricanes: what you need to know.” • 244 W. 19th Ave., Gulf Shores• 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 – 5 p.m. Tuesday – Friday; 10 a.m. – 2

p.m. Saturday • Free• 251-968-1473 8. orange beach indian and sea museum

Full of local artifacts and memorabilia from the area’s Native American and fishing heritage, this museum, housed in a 1910 schoolhouse, informs visitors about the challenges and achieve-ments in the early days of Orange Beach’s fishing industry. Note: Groups of five or more should make reservations by calling 251-981-6039• 25805 John Snook Drive behind City Hall complex,

Orange Beach• 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday • Free• 251-981-8545

9. black education museumThe Black Education Museum is located on the original site of the Eastern Shore Baptist Academy, which later became the Baldwin County Training School. It is now on the campus of W.J. Carroll Elementary School in Daphne. The museum chronicles the history of black education in Baldwin County, which began in 1882 when the Eastern Shore Missionary Baptist association saw a need for educating black children. In 1916, the school was deeded to the Baldwin County Board of Education and became a public high school that provided an education for black students in Baldwin and other surrounding counties until the 1950s. • 1000 Main St., Daphne • Call for an appointment• Free• 251-510-0355Orange Beach Indian and Sea Museum

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UTC Aerospace Systems is one of the world’s largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defense products employing more than 40,000 people worldwide with approximately $12 billion in annual sales.

The Aerostructures Foley facility employs 800 people. It is the largest employer in the city of Foley and the largest manufacturing company in Baldwin County.

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The natural beauty and temperate climate of Baldwin County make it easy to spend time outdoors. You only have to pick your pleasure.

With average temperatures ranging from 90-degree summers to 60-degree winters, Baldwin County is a perfect place for year-round fun.

The sugar-sand beaches call many for skimboarding, wakeboard-ing, kneeboarding, skiing, tubing, swimming, diving, snorkeling and scuba diving. If you prefer to spend time above the water, there are motor boats, sailboats, yachts, jet skis, canoes, kayaks and even para-sailing — if you dare.

Fishing opportunities abound in fresh and saltwater areas – from the thrill of hooking a marlin on a deep sea expedition to quietly trolling for bass in the Mobile-Tensaw Delta near the newly reno-vated Live Oak Landing.

You can also become one with nature in any of the campgrounds Baldwin County has to offer. Just pick your setting and go.

Tennis courts and golf courses take advantage of the climate’s warm weather to offer nearly year-round play.

Get out, take in the sunshine and take some memories home.

Five rivers outfitters rentals, Spanish Fort, 251-259-8531go go Kayaks, Gulf Shores, 251-540-7529, 251-752-5500Paddled by You - Kayak rentals, Orange Beach, 251-752-9250Perdido Paddle board co., Perdido Key, 251-597-7736gulf adventure center at gulf state Park, Gulf Shores, 877-947-8434 or 251-948-9494alabama Paddle sports (delivery only), Gulf Shores, 251-279-0703, AlabamaPaddleSports.com

Flyboard bama, 26189 Canal Road, Orange Beach, 855-525-8837, FlyboardBama.comorange beach Flyboard, 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., Orange Beach, 251-223-6607, OrangeBeachFlyboarding.com

Water SportsIf you want to zip across the water, paddle through it or fly above it, you’ll find plenty of opportunities in Baldwin County. Nearly every marina in the area offers jet skis, kayaks and paddle boards, and during the warm months, the skies over the Gulf blossom with

parasails gliding through the air for stunning views.The rental places can even hook you up with a license for a day.“You either have to have a vessel license or take a safety course that we give and all the other guys give that makes them aware of Alabama’s

boating laws,” said Rodney Jones of Skull Harbor at Hudson Marina. “Their rental contract becomes their temporary boater’s license during the period of time they’ve got the boat rented. We detail all the Alabama laws and anything that’s specific to jet skis as far as safety issues. Everybody I know that operates out of our area has a lot of experience and has gone through a lot of training.”

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styx river tube and canoe rental, Robertsdale, 251-960-1161

abc Parasailing at caribe marina, Orange Beach, 251-981-9080chute for the skye Parasail, Tacky Jacks in Orange Beach and Caribe Marina, 251-979-2475, ChuteSkyeParasail.com Perdido Key Parasail, Gulf Shores, 251-948-7433skull harbor Parasail, Orange Beach, 251-981-4127Pleasure island Parasail, 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach, 251-946-9000; Gulf Shores 251-747-3613; The Beach Club, 251-747-3613; The Pink Pony Pub, 251-948-6371; Behind Bahama Bob's, 251-923-9636; San Roc Cay Marina, 251-974-5FLY (5359)blue reef Watersports - Parasail, Orange Beach, 251-504-7411happy harbor, Orange Beach, 251-981-6111; Perdido Key, 251-981-6111; Oyster Bay, 251-968-7492ike’s beach service, Gulf Shores, 251-948-5737orange beach Parasail, Orange Beach, 251-981-8359orange beach Watersports, Orange Beach, 251-981-2527Flora-bama Watersports, Orange Beach, 251-980-5222

Flora-bama Watersports, Orange Beach, 251-980-5222orange beach Watersports, Orange Beach, 251-981-2527ike’s beach service, Gulf Shores, 251-948-5737happy harbor, Orange Beach, 251-981-6111; Perdido Key, 251-981-6111; Oyster Bay, 251-968-7492Pleasure island Parasail, 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach, 251-946-9000; Gulf Shores 251-747-3613; The Beach Club, 251-747-3613; The Pink Pony Pub, 251-948-6371; Behind Bahama Bob's, 251-923-9636; San Roc Cay Marina, 251-974-5FLY (5359)blue reef Watersports, Orange Beach, 251-504-7411skull harbor Jet skis, Orange Beach, 251-981-4127

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6. Perkins hurricane landing $3 · 7060 Hurricane Road, Bay Minette · 251-937-2070

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$3 · 5200 Battleship Parkway, Spanish Fort · 251-626-55296. mullet Point launch

Free · 13203 County Road 1, Fairhope7. Pier street launchFree · 1 Pier Ave., Fairhope

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1. boggy Point boat launch Free · 28212 Marina Road, Orange Beach2. bon secour launch Free · 17309 River Road, Bon Secour ·

251-949-66583. bon secour launch at billy's seafood $5 · 16780 River Road, Bon Secour ·

251-949-62884. canal Park boat ramp Free · 200 E. 24th Ave., Gulf Shores5. cotton bayou launch Free · 25808 Perdido Beach Blvd.,

Orange Beach6. Fort morgan barge launch $2 · 53 Dixie Graves Parkway, Gulf Shores ·

251-540-26287. Josephine Park Free · Josephine Drive, Josephine 8. lagoon Park launch Free · Fort Morgan Road, Gulf Shores 9. Palmetto creek launch Free · 8223 Escambia Ave., Elberta10. Pirate's cove Free · 6664 County Road 95, Elberta 11. the Pines boat launch Free · 7950 Dixie Graves Parkway,

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Huntinghunting licensesVisit OutdoorAlabama.com. Call 1-888-848-6887.Visit a retail vendor in your community.Visit one of the Baldwin County Probate Offices.

hunting saFetY coursePeople born on or after Aug. 1, 1977 must complete an ap-proved hunter education program (either a traditional course with a written test or an Internet-based course followed by a field day to test hunter safety skills) before being eligible to hunt. Visit OutdoorAlabama.com for more information.

What to huntsmall game, alligators, mourning doves, deer, quail, waterfowl, turkey, feral hogs

baldWin hunting clubs & guided hunts hollingers creek hunting club offers deer and turkey hunting off of State Highway 112 close to the Florida state line. Find them on Facebook or call 251-709-8059.ram horn hunting club offers deer hunting north of I-10 in the Gateswood Community. Call 251-284-5727. oak hollow Farm offers continental pheasant hunts in Fairhope. Visit OakHollowFarm.net or call 251-928-4840.rising covey Quail hunts in Spanish Fort. Visit RisingCovey.com or call 251-747-4836.rice creek Quail Preserve in Stockton. Visit RiceCreekQuail.webs.com or call 251-454-0066.

rhodes Quail Farm in Bay Minette. Visit them on Facebook or call 251-504-6645.

Where to huntBaldwin County is home to three Wildlife Management Areas: the mobile-tensaw delta Wma: 51,040 acres where hunters can find waterfowl, big game and small game.Perdido river Wma: 17,625 acres of small and big game hunting in Baldwin County, north of Inter-state 10 near Gateswood.upper delta: 42,451 acres of waterfowl, big game and small game hunting. Located in north Baldwin County near Stockton.

When to hunt Be sure to check out state regula-tions and hunting seasons online before embarking on a hunting trip. To be sure what you want to hunt is in season, check ERegulations.com/alabama/seasons-bag-limits/

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Flounder are abundant on and around structures like piers and drop offs along the Eastern Shore. speckled trout can be found in the shallows of Mobile Bay. redfish are abundant around the mouth of Mobile Bay near Fort Morgan.amberjack can be found all year, but peak from May until September. Abundant around wrecks, reefs and gas platforms in Gulf waters off Baldwin County’s south coast. grouper can be found all year in the Gulf of Mexico off Bald-win County’s south coast. Whiting can be found in the Gulf surf zone of coastal waters and off Gulf piers and lower portions of the bays, including lower bay piers. mullet can be found near inshore artificial reefsand around oyster reefs and tidal river mouths. King mackerel can be found along coastal and offshore Gulf waters, particularly around wrecks, rigs, obstructions, ledges, lumps and other structures from May through October. seatrout can be caught along Gulf beaches in March and in rivers and above the Mobile Bay Causeway in late fall and winter. sharks are commonly caught from March through November around oyster reefs, bridge pilings, inshore artificial reefs, rock jetties and oyster reef areas on flooding tides.red snapper season and limits change based on the abundance of the fish. Red snapper can be found offshore around natural structure or artificial reefs. blackfin tuna can be found May through December, with a peak in late June through July, by trolling and jigging in offshore Gulf waters. Yellowfin tuna can be found in offshore Gulf waters from April-December with a peak in June-July.

Wahoo can be found by trolling in offshore Gulf waters from May-October.

All you need to buy an Alabama fishing license is a valid driver’s license. Fishing licenses can be purchased online at www.OutdoorAlabama.com, in probate offices in Bay Minette, Foley, Robertsdale or Fairhope and are also available at outdoor retailers and Walmart locations throughout the county.

national association of charter boats 4576 Walker Key, Orange Beach, 251-981-5136, NACOcharters.orgmobile bay Kayak Fishing association 7311 Bay Road, Mobile, mbkfa.commobile big game Fishing club 27075 Park Drive, Orange Beach, mbgfc.orgorange beach Fishing association 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach, OrangeBeachFishingAssociation.net

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1. Zeke’s landing marina 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach; 251-981-4007; ZekesLanding.com2. orange beach marina 27075 Marina Road, Orange Beach; 251-981-4207; OrangeBeachMarina.com3. san roc cay marina 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach; 251-981-7173; SanRocCay.com4. bear Point marina 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., Orange Beach; 251-981-2327; BearPointMarina.com5. barber marina 26986 Fish Trap Road, Elberta; 251-987-2628; BarberMarina.com6. gulf shores marina 1577 Highway 180, Gulf Shores; 251-540-2628, GulfShoresYachtClubAndMarina.com7. homeport marina 200 E. 25th Ave., Gulf Shores; 251-968-4528; HomeportMarina.net8. happy harbor marina 4159 County Road 6, Gulf Shores; 251-968-2778; HappyHarbors.com9. Pirate’s cove 6664 Highway 95, Josephine; 251-987-1224; PiratesCoveriffraff.com10. caribe marina 28101 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach; 251-980-8410; CaribeMarina.com11. cotton bayou marina Bay Circle, Orange Beach; 251-981-946612. hudson marina 4575 S. Wilson Blvd., Orange Beach; 251-981-4127; AlabamaDeepSeaFishing.com13. icc marine 2614 E. Second St., Gulf Shores; 251-968-655814. romar marina 26350 Cotton Bayou Drive, Orange Beach; 251-981-9771; RomarMarina.com15. sportsman marina 27844 Canal Road, Orange Beach; 251-981-6247; SportsmanMarina.com16. the Wharf marina 4830 Main St., Orange Beach; 251-224-1900; TheWharfAL.com

17. gulf state Park PierCheck out the 1,540-foot long, 20-foot wide pier at the Gulf State Park. The Gulf State Park pier has 2,448 feet of fishing space along its rails and is open 24 hours, seven days a week. Find more information at alapark.com/gulfstate/.

18. mobile bayThe Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay is one of the state’s popular fishing locations. Many locations are available for fishing, from the south end of the shore in Point Clear and Fairhope to the north in Daphne and Spanish Fort. The Eastern Shore is covered with boat ramps and fishing piers for anglers to use.

One of the most exciting fishing events in Baldwin County is the jubilee on the upper Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay from Point Clear to slightly north of Daphne. The jubilee is the name used locally for a natural phenomenon. Many species of aquatic life leave deeper waters and swarm in a specific, shal-lower coastal area of the bay.

The Mobile Bay jubilee typically takes place every year between the months of June and September. Some years, it occurs several times, usually in the pre-dawn hours and can cover up to a 15-mile stretch of coast on the Eastern Shore.A specific set of conditions must be met for a jubilee to occur:• Previous day’s weather conditions must include an over-

cast or cloudy day, a gentle wind from the east, and a calm and slick bay surface.

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CampingBaldwin County is an ideal location for camping enthusiasts to pitch a tent, rent a cabin, hook up their RV or sleep out under the stars.

gulf state Park in Gulf Shores has 496 camping sites with mod-ern bathhouses. Gulf State Park Campground has 20, 30 and 50-amp service, water and sewer hookup and fishing, boating and water skiing opportunities are just steps away. The park is close to many family theme parks, shopping, restaurants, live entertainment venues and the beach.

Gulf State Park offers 20 modern cabins within walking distance of the golf course and two-and-a-half miles from snow-white beaches.

For more information about Gulf State Park, call 251-948-7275 or visit AlaPark.com/gulfstate.

meaher state Park campground has 56 new campsites with 20, 30 and 50 amp electrical connections with water and sewer. The park is located at 5200 Battleship Parkway, also known as the causeway, in Spanish Fort. The campground also features a new bathhouse with laundry facilities for overnight campers. Call the park at 251-626-5529 or visit AlaPark.com/meaher.

historic blakely state Park located at 34745 State Highway 225 in Spanish Fort has two campgrounds. APALACHEE CAMP-GROUND: A new modern campground with huge, secluded wilderness sites with underground utilities. These uniquely designed sites with pull-throughs are located in a mini-park area offering privacy from other campers and park visitors and are designed and built to accommodate the largest recreational vehicles. HARPER CAMPGROUND: Tents and pop-ups only with nice sites with fire rings and picnic tables but no utilities. Restrooms nearby. Open daily. Rates - adults $6 per person, per night, kids 6-12 $4 per person, per night. Kids under 6 are free. Includes park admission. $15 minimum per site.

Blakeley State Park rests on the Tensaw River Delta and has miles of trails connecting archaeological sites of Indian villages, a French plantation, the 1813 town of Blakeley and more. Blake-ley is also where the last combined-forces battle of the Civil War was waged.

For Blakeley State Park camping info, call 251-626-5581 or visit BlakeleyPark.com for more information.

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1. holly hills is a nine-hole course at the Holly Hills Country Club south of Bay Minette. The course features 3,116 yards of golf measured from the longest tee mark-ers. Designed by Earl Stone. 38600 Country Club Drive, Bay Minette; 251-937-8230.

1. Quail creek golf course is a municipal course that is fully staffed with a pro shop, clubhouse restau-rant and driving range. 19841 Quail Creek Drive, Fairhope; 888-701-2202.2. rock creek golf club is on the north side of Fairhope in the Montrose area. It offers 18 holes

over 6,920 yards and a par of 72. 140 Clubhouse Drive, Fairhope; 251-928-4223.3. lake Forest Yacht and country club is a private, non-equity club that offers 18 holes over

6,010 yards with a par of 71. The club also offers a nine-hole course around the lake, which covers more than 2,629 yards with a par of 35. 1 Golf Terrace, Daphne; 251-626-9324.

4. timber creek is Daphne’s public course and offers a 27-hole championship layout designed by Earl Stone. 9560 Timber Creek Blvd., Daphne; 251-621-

9900; 877-621-9900.5. lakewood golf club on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay is a private, non-equity facility adjacent to the Marriott Grand Hotel in Point Clear with 36 holes over two challenging courses. 1 Grand Blvd., Point Clear; 251-990-6312.

1. steelwood is a private club in Loxley designed by former U.S. Open Champion

Jerry Pate. It is rated by Golf Digest as one of the best courses in Alabama and is home to one of the largest junior tournaments in the world. 17230 Dogwood Grove, Loxley;

251-422-5813; Steelwood.us.

1. craft Farms has two 18-hole courses designed by Arnold Palmer. The Cypress Bend course has a 4.5-star rating by Golf Digest, and the Cotton Creek course has a four-star rating. 3840 Cotton Creek Circle, Gulf Shores; 251-968-7500; CraftFarms.com.2. Foley golf course, formerly known as Gulf Links Golf Course, is an 18-hole course with a par of 64. 3901 S. McKenzie St., Foley; 251-970-1444. 3. glenlakes golf club features two courses, one with 18 holes (links-style vista/dunes course) and one with 9 holes (resort-style lakes course). 9530 Clubhouse Drive, Foley; 251-955-1220; GlenLakesGolf.com. 4. gulf shores golf club is one of the newest public courses and has 18 holes over 6,812 yards. 520 Clubhouse Dr., Gulf Shores; 251-968-4501.5. gulf state Park refuge golf club is an 18-hole championship golf course, complete with a proshop and café. 20115 State Highway 135, Gulf Shores; 251-948-4653.6. Kiva dunes, an 18-hole course, is a top-rated golf course in Alabama. 815 Plantation Road, Gulf Shores; 251-540-7000.7. orange beach golf center is a nine-hole course with no dress code. 24401 Canal Road, Orange Beach; 251-981-4653. 8. Peninsula golf and racquet club is a 27-hole championship golf course over 7,000 yards designed by Earl Stone. 20 Peninsula Blvd., Gulf Shores; 251-968-8009; PeninsulaGolfClub.com. 9. soldiers creek golf club at Woerner Preserve features 18 holes over 7,059 yards with a par of 72. 12096 County Road 95, Elberta; 800-807-8915.

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Baldwin County has many private tennis clubs and public facilities. Some offer structured league play for all ages and skill levels. Major tournaments are often open to independent players, but United States Tennis Association membership is preferred or required for participation. Annual amateur membership in the United States Tennis Association is affordable, with adult memberships starting at $44 for players 19 and older and junior memberships starting at $20 for players 18 and under. For more information, visit Membership.usta.com.

1. Point clear inn · 17107 Tennis Club Drive, Fairhope · 251-928-7715 · PointClearInn.com 2. gulf shores tennis complex · 2049 W. Second St., Gulf Shores · 251-968-1431 · GulfShoresAL.gov 3. gulf coast tennis club · 18948 Oak Road W., Gulf Shores · 251-943-8081 · GulfCoastTennisClub.com 4. orange beach tennis center · 4851 S. Wilson Blvd., Orange Beach · 251-974-6387 · CityOfOrangeBeach.com

5. beulah heights Park · East Jefferson Avenue (at Pilgrim Street), Foley · 251-970-8950 · FoleyRecreation.com 6. Faulkner state community college · U.S. 31, Bay Minette · 800-231-3752 · FaulknerState.edu 7. garrett Park · Pennsylvania and Palmer streets, Robertsdale · 251-947-8950 · Robertsdale.org 8. melvin roberts (cedar street) Park · Cedar Street, Foley · 251-970-8950 · FoleyRecreation.com 9. stimpson Field · Morphy Avenue and Mershon Street, Fairhope · 251-990-0174 · CoFairhope.com 10. ulmer Park · Shedrick Hardy Parkway, Douglasville · 251-937-3338 · CityOfBayMinette.org11. W.o. lott Park · Main Street, Daphne · Two lighted tennis courts, playground and picnic area · 251-621-3703 · DaphneAL.com12. spirit Park · 30492 Emily Frances Lane, Spanish Fort · 251-626-4884 · CityOfSpanishFort.com

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Baldwin County seems to be one of increasingly few places in the country with more untouched earth than pavement. Quiet moments can be found in the midst of still mornings, bright middays and evening oases. Here in Baldwin County, you can find solitude, along with peace from noises of traffic, people, hustle and bustle.

You’ll find marshlands along the delta, miles of nature trails and historic sites and a wealth of opportunities for primitive camping, hiking and hunting. Fertile soil feeds crops like corn, cotton, peanuts and greens. Hardwoods and pines cloak grounds, vines stretch to find new spaces to caress with spiraling tendrils and thick grasses and wildflowers cover fields and hillsides.

Beaches and bay shores hold scurrying crabs, slow turtles and rare rodents. Inland and water creatures and birds grace hidden places, some-times surfacing for us to catch a glimpse.

When a tree falls in the forest, you might just hear it … or that might be the sound of deadlines, appointments and time clocks breaking loose from your priority list as Baldwin County lulls nature lovers with its hal-cyon places.

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bartram trail Located in the biodiverse Mobile-Tensaw Delta, this trail in-cludes six day-use trails and six overnight trails. Two land-based campsites and four floating platform campsites are available. Free · BartramCanoeTrail.com

eastern shore trailA 32-mile multi-purpose hiking and biking trail that begins at U.S.S. Alabama Battleship Memorial Park and winds its way down to Weeks Bay, passing through Spanish Fort, Daphne, Fairhope and Point Clear. Offers sightings of wildlife, wildflow-ers and blooming landscapes. Entry on the trail can begin at any point, and kiosks of maps are dotted along the route. TheTrailblazers.org; [email protected]

graham creek nature PreserveThis 484-acre preserve provides protection for rare plant and animal species. Includes a canoe/kayak launch, hiking trails, wildlife viewing areas, disc golf course, a pavilion and picnic areas. Educational field trips and guided tours available by ap-pointment. 23004 Wolf Bay Drive, Foley · Free admission · 251-752-WILD; VisitFoley.org

historic blakeley state Park and blakeley addition tractOffers 1,400 acres of undeveloped landscape. Adjacent to Historic Blakeley State Park, the Blakeley Addition Tract is 420 acres of land managed by the Forever Wild Land Trust. The 420 acres boasts upland pines and hardwoods and the Mobile Delta marshlands. Includes boat tours, RV campground, wildlife view-ing and hiking. 34745 State Highway 225, Spanish Fort · Free admission · 251-626-0798, BlakeleyPark.com

hugh s. branyon backcountry trailCollaborative effort among the City of Orange Beach, Gulf State

Park and property owners along the trail. Includes seven trails among six distinct ecosystems, butterfly garden, freshwater marshes and coastal hardwood swamps. Visit BackCountryTrail.com for trail locations and maps · Daytime only · Free admission.

lillian swampConsists of 1,452 acres of pine savanna. Habitats include coastal marsh, freshwater marsh, cypress tupelo forests, Atlantic white cedar forests and pine savanna, as well as several rare and feder-ally listed species. Oak Street, Lillian

Perdido river Wildlife management areaLocated along the Perdido River, these 18,000 acres of wetlands and uplands boast forested habitats that support an Atlantic white-cedar area within its unique blackwater stream corridor. That corridor is bordered by an upland pine-sandhill forest. Duck Road, Robertsdale

splinter hill bogLocated in North Baldwin County at the headwaters of Perdido River, Splinter Hill Bog spans 627 acres of longleaf pine and bog habitat. Contains one of the largest pitcher plant bogs in the world, more than 12 species of carnivorous plants and several rare animals. County Road 47, Perdido · Open dawn to dusk March 1 – Oct. 15, accessible only by written permission Oct. 15 – March 1 · Free admission

Weeks bay national estuarine reserveOffers 6,000 acres of protected forest and marsh wetlands that teem with bog plants and wildlife. Activities include birdwatch-ing, wildlife viewing, canoeing, boating, fishing and hiking. 1130 U.S. Highway 98, Fairhope · 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Saturday · 251-928-9792; WeeksBay.org

ParksBaldwin County is home to a wide variety of city, county, state and federal parks, wildlife refuges, and hiking, biking and canoe trails. There are plenty of of family-friendly playgrounds, tennis and sporting complexes, eclectic bayfront hideaways and charm-ing downtown locales throughout the county. Locals and visitors are offered a rich variety and amount of parks to enjoy.

Parks information: 251-937-3338; [email protected]; 611 McMeans Ave., Bay Minette Park rentals: 251-580-1891

universal Playground This park, built in 2011, accommodates all children, complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The playground is made with rubber padding below all playing areas for fall pro-tection, and the ramps are all made to handle dual wheelchairs. The park also has a wheelchair swing, a sidewalk surrounding the entire area and three slides.• At the Municipal Pool Complex, 1300 Bradley Ave.,

Bay Minette halliday Park Home to several baseball fields, a small playground area and a covered pavilion. • Clark Avenue, Bay Minette • 251-937-3338

Kids Park Built entirely by volunteers, this park includes a playground and a play area for toddlers. The park also has one tennis court, a pavilion (which can be rented), picnic tables and restrooms.• 303 McMillan Ave., Bay Minette

rex courtyardThe courtyard is a beautiful setting for weddings and receptions and is a nice place to sit and relax.• Hoyle Avenue, Bay Minette

blackburn Park Often host to weddings, receptions, picnics and reunions, this park has a picnic table, restrooms and a gazebo. • Corner of Hoyle Avenue and Railroad Street, Bay Minette

ulmer Park This park has a pavilion, playground equipment, swings, base-ball field, basketball court and tennis court.• Highway 138 West in Douglasville, Bay Minette brownwood ParkThis park features a small playground, basketball court and baseball field.• Hoyle Avenue, Bay Minette

latham ParkEquipped with a basketball court, court benches, pavilion, playground equipment, grills, picnic tables and a swing set.• Highway 59, north of Old Ganey Road, Latham

bicentennial ParkThis 367-acre park is dedicated to preserving the county’s rich cultural heritage and history. It includes a two-mile nature trail, historical exhibits and a working farm.• 51233 Highway 225, Stockton• Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Sunday noon – 4 p.m.

Parks information and rentals: 251-626-4884

spirit Park Built in 2008, this is the city’s newest park. It has eight lighted tennis courts, three multipurpose fields for softball and youth baseball with climate-controlled press boxes, concession stand, picnic tables, pavilion, restrooms, walking paths and sidewalks. • 30492 Emily Frances Lane• 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday

the Fort-spanish Fort Kids Park This wooden park is a safe place where kids can use their imaginations and play for hours on end. There is a separate area for children under 5, and the park also has a pavilion, restrooms and picnic tables. • 30701 Ember Lane• 9 a.m. to dusk daily

5 rivers delta resource centerManaged by the Lands Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, 5 Rivers serves as a “Gate-way to the Mobile-Tensaw Delta” with an 81-acre complex of exhibit buildings, trails and waterfront vistas. • On the Causeway at 30945 5 Rivers Blvd.• 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily• 251-625-0814

blakeley state ParkThis park is located on the site of the once bustling town of Blakeley and includes 5.5 miles of unspoiled Civil War fortifica-tions, nature trails, a quarter-mile of waterfront boardwalk with two observations decks on the Tensaw River, observation kiosk for birders, 31 primitive campsites, three major family picnic areas including a large octagonal pavilion and boat tours of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta. • 34745 Highway 225 • 9 a.m. to dusk daily • 251-626-0798

meaher state ParkThis 1,327-acre park has 56 new campsites, including bathhouse and laundry facilities, plus a 300-foot pier with a 200-foot “T,” making it an excellent spot for fishing. Two nature trails include a boardwalk with close-up views of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta. • On the Causeway at 5200 Battleship Parkway East• 251-626-5529

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u.s.s. alabama battleship and battleship memorial ParkWith thousands of visitors annually, this park offers many opportunities to learn of our nation’s military history by touring the battleship, meeting crew members and viewing an extensive collection of military equipment. • On the Causeway at 2703 Battleship Parkway East• USSAlabama.com; 251-433-2703

Parks information: 251-621-3703, 2605 U.S. Highway 98. All parks are open dawn until dusk.

gator alleyAlso called D’Olive Boardwalk Park, this unique park features a state-of-the-art boardwalk over D’Olive Creek, which connects to the Eastern Shore Trail. The park includes a butterfly garden, and visitors have many opportunities for viewing a variety of wildlife, including alligators. • North Main Street at D’Olive Creek

bayfront ParkThis beautiful park, a popular spot for weddings and other events, features bay access, piers, a gazebo, a pavilion and a boardwalk connection to Village Point Preserve, with kayak and canoe access. • Bayfront Drive at Mobile Bay• 251-626-5300

belrose ParkThis park has walking access to Mobile Bay, a picnic area and a sandy beach.• Belrose Avenue at Mobile Bay

centennial Park This popular park offers a playground, a picnic area, a gazebo and restrooms.• Main Street across from City Hall

Joe louis Patrick ParkThis park has playground and picnic area. • Johnson Road, adjacent to the Boys and Girls Clubs Softball

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may day Park This park has bay access, a playground, picnic tables, restrooms, a pier and a boat ramp. • College Avenue at Mobile Bay

s.b. Williams Park This park is used by local Boy Scouts for ceremonies and other activities. • Johnson Road at Warren Drive

village Point Park PreserveThis park features nature trails, gazebos, educational kiosks, picnic tables, connecting boardwalk to Bayfront Park, a pavilion with picnic tables, grills, restrooms, the historic D’Olive Cemetery, Jackson’s Oak and state and national champion trees. • 27710 Main St.• VillagePointPark.com

al trione sports complexThis sports complex has four softball and baseball field, four soccer fields, two football/soccer fields, three concession stands and restrooms.• 8271 Whispering Pines Road

W.o. lott ParkThis park has four baseball fields, two tennis courts, one basketball court, two bocce courts, a playground, a picnic area, a concession stand and restrooms. • 2000 Main St.

elizabeth s. Yelding Park This small park features a fountain, an eternal flame and an oak tree.• Corner of Guarisco Street and Manci Avenue

For parks information: 251-990-0174.

bohemian ParkAn idyllic place of white sand beaches and gently-flowing pris-tine waters at the upper reaches of Fish River. On summer week-ends, the park becomes a festive spot for barbecues, sunbathing and cooling off in several deep swimming holes complete with rope swings. Swim at your own risk, open dawn to dusk.

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mullet Point ParkThe seven-acre park includes walking trails, a handicapped-accessible pier, picnic tables, restrooms, barbecue pits and a 24-hour boat launch.• U.S. Scenic Highway 98 in Point Clear

north beach ParkFairhope’s premier beach park for walkers, runners, beachgoers and picnickers. • 4 N Beach Road, north of the Municipal Pier• 251-990-0174

municipal Pier, rose garden and FountainA favorite destination for residents and visitors since its initial construction in 1896, two years after the city was founded. In addition to prime viewing spots for Mobile Bay sunsets, ameni-ties include restrooms, a small marina and a restaurant. The pier is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and draws people with fishing poles, cast nets, field glasses for birding and walking shoes for stretching legs, at all hours. • West end of Fairhope Avenue.

south beach ParkA short multiple-use cement loop trail along the shore, with benches and picnic tables among the trees. A small beach is found at the south end. • South of the Municipal Pier

Knoll ParkOne of the highest elevations in the area is a wooded park featur-ing dozens of wildflower species, which is being restored to a longleaf pine forest, with some existing pines more than 130 years old. • Fairhope and Magnolia Avenue

henry george ParkThe site of Fairhope’s Fourth of July celebration and Baldwin Pops concerts. The Fairhope Veterans Memorial, honoring all veterans and their families, is located in the park and was dedi-cated in May 2013.• Above the Municipal Pier, County Road 98

north bluff ParkA perfect spot for viewing a bay sunset. It’s connected to the park below by a wooden staircase.• North end of Bayview Street, overlooking North Beach Park

magnolia beach ParkHas live oaks draped in Spanish moss and a multi-use path favored by strollers, dog walkers and bench sitters. Dog bags and receptacles are available. Two short piers, a butterfly sanctuary and a boat launch also help make this a popular daily destina-tion. • County Road 98, between Laurel Avenue and Pier Street along

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Fairhope community Park A kid’s paradise with creative playground equipment. A gazebo offers shade. • South Church Street, Fairhope

utopia ParkFeatures a bronze statue of educator Marietta Johnson, a large seahorse sculpture by Bruce Larsen and John Rezner, and several benches perched along the bluff. • Country Road 98, South Mobile Street

Fels toddler ParkA small neighborhood park with playground equipment and one picnic table.• Fels Avenue and Liberty Street • 251-928-2136

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municipal sporting Parks/volanta sports complex The city’s 50-acre sporting complex with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, fitness center, disc golf course, seven baseball fields, five practice fields, youth football fields, football stadium, a gym, basketball and racquetball courts, picnic areas, play-ground, skate park and dog park.• Greeno Road and Volanta Avenue

volanta beach ParkA small park accessed by a long wooden staircase, with a trail through a wetland area, leading to a small beach. • South end of North Mobile Street and Perdido

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colony nature ParkThe city’s newest park, consisting of 40 acres with a grass trail leading through a variety of habitats including wetlands.• Twin Beech Road, East of Highway 98

Founders ParkA 25-acre sports complex, which includes five softball fields and about 15 acres of soccer fields.• County Road 44, Founders Drive• 251-928-8003

Jasmine ParkA three-acre park in a residential area with playground Equip-ment suitable for small children.• 403 Jasmine St.

White avenue ParkHas a paved area leading to a pier with deck. • West end of White Avenue and South Mobile Street

nichols landingHas a gravel drive leading to a bench with exceptional bay views.• West end of Nichols Avenue and South Mobile Street


municipal ParkHas baseball fields, a walking trail, horseshoe court, pavilions and ultra-modern children’s playground.• Hickory Street in downtown Loxley • 251-964-2153

cedar street ParkHas a gazebo pavilion, picnic tables and children’s playground. • Cedar Street and Relham Drive


oscar Johnson ParkThis picturesque park features a pavilion and covered bridge. It is an ideal setting for picnics, birthday parties, reunions and other gatherings.• Highway 104

edward havel Park • Near First Street and South Avenue

Paul c. anderson Park• Intersection of Broad Street and Silverhill Avenue.

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honey bee Park The site of the annual Honey Bee Festival, which draws dozens of professional and amateur honey producers and their wares from the county and region, making this one sweet event each year. • 22780 Highway 59

municipal Park complex Park includes the J.W. Clark Softball Complex and the Dr. Amos Garrett Baseball Complex, with a total of four softball fields, two baseball fields, two concession buildings, two press boxes and restrooms.• 45 acres on Pennsylvania and Palmer streets

garrett ParkIncludes four tennis courts, a softball and a baseball field, multi-purpose fields for soccer and youth football, pavilion with picnic tables and grills and large children’s playground. • Park Avenue • 251-947-8950• 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

gordon coley memorial ParkHonors men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces. • 22884 Highway 59• 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

baldwin brothers ParkConsists of a shaded walkway pergola that was donated in mem-ory of brothers Joe, George and Bill Baldwin, who established a lumber business at the site in 1915.• 22494 State Highway 59

anna belle beverly ParkConsists of a playground, pavilion and picnic facilities. • 22652 Chicago St.

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Foley Kids ParkA must for parents with young children, was built in March 2001 by volunteers and funded by donations from area residents and citizens.

graham creek nature PreserveContains 484 acres of natural habitats including pine savannas, wetlands and tidal marshes, also features a canoe/kayak launch, walking and hiking trails, picnic areas, disc golf course and bird watching, with interpretive signage throughout. • Wolf Bay Drive • 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Wolf creek ParkFoley’s newest park, consists of 20 acres with the project’s initial phase calling for a canoe/kayak launch, fishing pier, directional highway signs, gravel parking area, small pavilion and picnic areas.• South of County Road 20 on Hance Lane

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heritage ParkIncludes the Foley Depot Museum, which is also the site of an-nual events such as Heritage Harbor Days and Let it Snow.• East Laurel Avenue off Highway 59

John b. Foley ParkIncludes a fountain, plentiful trees, flowers and is the site of Arbor Day, Christmas in the Park, Art in the Park, and civic activities such as the Chili Cook-Off.• On Highway 59 in downtown Foley

melvin roberts ParkAlso known as Cedar Street Park and includes baseball fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, pavilion, playground and a nature trail with a gazebo.• Cedar Street

max griffin ParkHome of the first swimming pool in Foley, which was built in the 1950s, having had numerous maintenance upgrades through the years.

aaronville ParkContains a swimming pool, softball fields, baseball fields, and basketball courts. • South Cedar Street

beulah heights ParkIncludes baseball and softball fields, basketball and tennis courts, as well as playground equipment. • East Jefferson Avenue (at Pilgrim Street)

evans Park The newest addition to Foley’s open spaces.• South of Foley High School and on the north side of Park

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soccer ParkIncludes soccer fields and a concession building, which is enjoyed by both city leagues and high school sports teams.• West side of Foley along U.S. Highway 98

For park information: 251-986-5995.

town Park Home of the biannual Elberta German Sausage Festival. • U.S. Highway 98 and Chicago Street

bamahenge, dinosaurs in the Woods, Knights in the Woods, roman columns and lady of the lakeArtist Mark Cline created several fiberglass pieces of art and placed them in the woods near Barber Marina in Elberta. • On the roads leading to Barber Marina, 26986 Fish Trap Road.


meyer Park12-acre park features picnic areas, playground equipment, open grass fields and horseshoe courts. • 400 E. 22nd Ave.

Wade Ward nature ParkHas pedestrian access to a pocket of wetlands via an elevated boardwalk with deck for views of a variety of wildlife, including otters, alligators and many migrating birds. • 500 Gulf Shores Parkway

Wetlands ParkHas an entrance for this walking/hiking park at the base of the water tower at the Gulf Shores Sportsplex. This gravel path loops around a fishing pond with benches, gazebos and a fishing pier. • 19025 County Road 6

little lagoon Pier• 1562 W. Beach Blvd.

little lagoon Pass Park A great spot for taking in the sites and accessing the beach and includes parking, restrooms and outdoor showers. • 1660 W. Beach Blvd.

lagoon ParkHas a deck overlooking the lagoon and provides a good resting point for cyclists, walkers and joggers on the 5.3-mile paved bike path and walking trail that winds between the trees on the north of Fort Morgan Road. It includes boat ramps and restrooms. • 18068 Fort Morgan Road

Johnnie simms ParkSports fields and a pavilion. • 348 W. 19th Ave.

gulf state ParkConsists of 6,150 acres with two miles of sugar white sand beaches and includes a modern campground, cabins, cottages, back country trail, the largest fishing pier on the Gulf of Mexico, tennis courts, 900-acre lake, and an 18-hole golf course.• 20115 Highway 135• 251-948-7275• 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

bon secour national Wildlife refuge 7,000 acres of wildlife habitat for migratory birds, nesting sea turtles and the Alabama beach mouse.• 12295 Highway 180, Fort Morgan Road• 251-540-7720• 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

For park information: obparksandrec.com; cityoforangebeach.com.

robinson and bird islandsSanctuary for birds and wildlife and is used by residents and visitors as a park/recreational area. • Access by boat only • 251-981-1063

Waterfront ParkFamily park located on scenic Wolf Bay. Includes a 400-foot fish-ing pier with covered pavilions and seating, picnic shelters with grills, restrooms, paved walking path, plus lighted kids park with slides, swings and climbing areas.• 26425 Canal Road• 251-981-6039

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The truly adventurous can soar over Lake Shelby in Gulf State Park on Hummingbird Ziplines. Gulf Shores also offers The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, where approximately 300 animals are waiting to run, jump, sleep and slither their way into your heart.

The Track offers visitors fast-paced fun with go-carts and bumper boats, along with an extensive arcade. Adventure Island has putt putt golf, LAZER tag, go carts, bumper boats, even “volcano eruptions.” Waterville, USA makes cooling off loads of fun with waterslides, pools, lazy rivers and kids’ areas. The Wharf in Orange Beach holds Spectra sound and light shows nightly during summer months and offers concerts by top recording artists all year long.

Alligator Alley in Summerdale allows visitors to feed and view alligators.Throughout the county, enjoy inflatables and fun zones, bowling, skat-

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city of Fairhope fireworks display• July 4, 2014; Music begins at 7:30 p.m., fireworks over Henry

George Park and Fairhope Municipal Pier begin at 9 p.m.

daphne’s independence day celebrationLawn chairs or blankets and insect repellent are a must for this fireworks display.• July 4, 2014; 5:30 p.m.; Trione Park• DaphneAL.com

t Central Baldwincity of robertsdale Fireworks display• July 4, 2014; 9 p.m.; Garrett Park

town of summerdale Fireworks display• July 4, 2014; Pioneer Park

t South Baldwincity of gulf shores fireworks display• July 4, 2014; 9 p.m.; Fireworks visible from all local beaches • GulfShoresAL.com Fort morgan’s salute to american independence Historical interpreters will conduct guided tours of the fort throughout the day. • July 4, 2014; 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Fort Morgan, 110 State Highway

180 W., Gulf Shores • $7 for adults, $5 for seniors (65+) and $4 for children (6–12)• 251-540-7127; FortMorgan.org

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Perdido beach resort’s Fireworks display • July 5, 2014; Perdido Beach Resort, Orange Beach

t North BaldwinFort mims commemorationHundreds gather at the site of the Fort Mims massacre to experi-ence reenactments that illustrated the tragic massacre that oc-curred Aug. 30, 1813.• Aug. 30 – 31, 2014, Fort Mims• 251-533-9024; [email protected]

t Eastern Shoregrand summer ball Benefits Thomas Hospital.• Aug. 23, 2014; Grand Hotel Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa • 251-990-1512

taste of the eastern shore• Aug. 22; 7 – 10 p.m.; Daphne Civic Center • $25• 251-626-5300

t South BaldwinJennifer claire moore Foundation Professional rodeoBull riding, barrel racing and children’s activities.

• Aug. 7 – 9, 2014; Foley Horse Arena• Adults: $10, children (4-6): $6, under 3: free• JenniferMooreFoundation.com; 251-971-3633

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150th anniversary of the battle of mobile bay and siege of Fort morgan Federal and confederate soldiers exchange artillery fire and infantry sharpshooting during the commemoration.• Aug. 1 and 2, 2014; 8 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.; Aug. 3; 8:30 a.m. – 3:30

p.m.; Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores• Adult: $7, Seniors (65+): $5, Children (6 – 12): $4 • FortMorgan.org; 251-540-5257

thunder on the gulfFamily-friendly boat race that can be viewed along the beaches of Orange Beach and Pensacola. • Aug. 20 – 24, 2014; Orange Beach• 251-980-7223; [email protected]

shrimp Festival restaurant challenge• Aug. 27 – 28, 2014; Culinary Institute at Faulkner State

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t North Baldwindelta dashTest your endurance with this muddy 5K obstacle course. Pro-ceeds benefit the North Baldwin Young Professionals Scholarship Fund and the North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce.• Sept. 27, 2014; Lower Bryant’s Landing, Stockton• DeltaDash.org; 251-937-5665

t Eastern Shorebaldwin county home builders Parade of homes• Sept. 27 – 28; Oct. 4 – 5, 2014; 916 Plantation Blvd., Fairhope• Sponsorship opportunities available• BCHBA.com; 251-928-9927

Jubilee FestivalMore than 80 fine arts and crafts exhibitors, live local entertainment on the festival stage in front of Daphne City Hall, festival food served at the Festival Food Court.• Sept. 27 – 28, 2014; Main Street, Olde Town Daphne• Free admission• ESChamber.com; 251-621-8222

Fairhope Fall outdoor Farmer’s market The market will feature local farmers, bakers, fresh produce, fresh cut flowers, local honey, plants, baked goods and more. Fairhope Public Library will have story times and children’s activities at 4 p.m. each Thursday at the market.• 3 p.m. until sundown; Thursdays Sept. 25 – Nov. 6, 2014• Behind Fairhope Public Library, Bancroft Street

t Central Baldwin31st annual heritage day FestivalArts and crafts booths, antique tractors and a small classic car exhibition. A children’s area will feature a train and petting zoo.• Sept. 20, 2014; festivities: 9 a.m.; parade: 10 a.m.; Gazebo

Park and Paul Anderson Park at the corner of Highway 104, Silverhill

• Free admission• 251-945-5198

baldwin county Fair• Late September; Baldwin County Coliseum and Arena,

Robertsdale • $6; Children (12 and under): Free• BaldwinCoFair.com; 251-947-3247

t South BaldwinPiratefestMusic, art, food and fun. Benefits GreatStrides and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. • Happy Harbor on the Line, Orange Beach• 251-981-1910; HappyHarbors.com

27th annual alabama coastal cleanup • Sept. 20, 2014; 8 a.m. – noon • AlabamaCoastalCleanup.com

t North Baldwinannual halloween haunted trail• Late October; rides begin at 7 p.m.; Baldwin County

Bicentennial Park, Stockton• $5; Children (3 and under) free • 251-580-1897; 251-610-0006.

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t Eastern ShoreJohn l. borom alabama coastal birdfestBird watching tours throughout lower Alabama, reception, dinner, expo and much more.• Oct. 2 – 4, 2014; 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort• Prices for seminars vary• AlabamaCoastalBirdfest.com

bird and conservation expoPart of Alabama Coastal Birdfest. Live raptor demos, touch tanks, Alabama snakes show, booths, exhibits, vendors, kids’ birdhouse build, giveaways, hands-on activities. • Oct. 4, 2014; corner of Fairhope Avenue and Bancroft Street,

downtown Fairhope • AlabamaCoastalBirdFest.com

grand Festival of artFeatures more than 70 local, regional, national and international artists with artistry ranging from woodworking to blown glass, painting, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture and photography. • Oct. 4 – 5, 2014; 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; downtown Fairhope

between Bancroft and Church streets. • Free admission• ESArtCenter.com

baldwin Pops Founders day concertBring a lawn chair, picnic basket, family and friends. • Oct. 5, 2014; Henry George Park in Fairhope • Free admission• 251-232-1013

dancin’ in the streets oktoberfest Sponsored by Sunset Rotary. German food and beverages.• Oct. 18, 2014; De La Mare Avenue, Fairhope• Free admission; concessions available for purchase• FairhopeSunsetRotary.com; 251-895-6633

Polo at the PointWorld class polo, great food, champagne, divot stomping, hat parade and silent auction. Presented by Point Clear Charities.• Oct. 25, 2014; Sonny Hill-Clearwater Polo Complex,

Point Clear• PoloAtThePoint.com; 251-928-1777

the mullet run Fundraiser to promote public art created by youth in our community. 5K & 10K races by BayART• October 4, 2014• FairhopeMulletRun.com; 251-709-0188

christ the King’s the haunted Forest • Late October; Christ the King Church, Daphne • $10 in advance, $12 at the door • 251-656-4715; HauntedForestAL.com

t Central Baldwinhoneybee Festival Arts, crafts, games, food, honey vendors, honeybee demonstrations. • Tentatively scheduled for Oct. 4, 2014; 5K: 8 a.m., Festival:

10 a.m.; Honeybee Park, Robertsdale• Free admission• Robertsdale.org

magnolia corn maze • Late September – early November; Fridays, 5 – 8 p.m.,

Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., Sundays, noon – 5 p.m.; 15275 County Road 49 S., Summerdale

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t South Baldwin43rd annual national shrimp Festival• Oct. 9 – 12, 2014; Gulf Shores Public Beach• Free admission• MyShrimpFest.com; 251-968-6091

alabama Festival of FlavorShowcases Alabama’s culture and history through local food.• Oct. 18, 2014; Historic Downtown Foley• Free admission• FestivalofFlavor.com

elberta german sausage FestivalThe biannual festival offers German-heritage inspired sausage, along with other foods, entertainment and craft vendors.• Oct. 25, 2014; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Town Park, Elberta • Free admission• SausageFest.ElbertaFire.com

scarecrow Fest Scarecrow contest, live music, pumpkin painting and carving, marshmallow roasting, hot dog dinner, trebuchet water-balloon launch, cake walk, prizes,• Early October; Coastal Arts Center, Orange Beach • Free, but requires RSVP to reserve frame and hay • 251-981-2787; CoastalArtsCenter.com

uptown Foley halloween PartyFree games, treats, costume contest for all ages, food court, cakewalk, spook house, face painting, inflatable jump houses. • Late October; Orange and Laurel avenues in Foley• Free admission • 251-943-1300

boolu’s annual haunted house • Late October; LuLu’s at Homeport Marina, Gulf Shores • LuLuBuffett.com

hillcrest Farms corn maze • Runs through Oct. 31; 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; State Highway 98 West

between Lillian and Elberta• Adults $5, children (3–12) $3

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t Eastern Shoremamma mia cook-off and rificolona Paper lantern ParadeItalian cuisine cook-off; fundraiser for SEEDS (Supporting Education Enrichment in Daphne’s Schools)• Early November; Daphne City Hall • $50 in advance, $60 at the door• SeedsInDaphne.org

Fairhope Film Festival A film-lovers festival, offering participants the opportunity to see world-class award winning films.• Nov. 6 – 9; Downtown Fairhope• FairhopeFilmFestival.org

angel ride and concertMotorcycle ride and live concerts.• Oct. 31 – Nov. 1, 2014; Oak Hollow Farm, Fairhope• Angel-Ride.com; 251-243-0365

Fairhope’s christmas open house Hot chocolate, twinkling lights and shopping.• Nov. 23; downtown Fairhope

Fifth annual movie in the streets Sponsored by the Downtown Fairhope Business Association. Those who plan to attend can bring lawn chairs and blankets from home. Children are invited to wear their holiday pajamas.• Saturday, Nov. 22; Section Street and Fairhope Avenue • Free admission• For additional information call 251-929-1466.

christmas by the bay Silent auction, live music, food. Fundraiser for Baldwin County Humane Society. • November 13; Fairhope Civic Center• $50• BaldwinHumane.org; 251-928-4585

Fairhope’s annual lighting of the tree celebration Join us as we turn on more than one million lights in downtown Fairhope.• Thursday, Nov. 20; 5:30 p.m.; Downtown Fairhope • Free admission• 251-929-1466

t South BaldwinFlora-bama annual thanksgiving PotluckTurkey, ham and live music provided; bring a covered dish to share. • Thanksgiving Day; noon • FloraBama.com

Frank brown international songwriter’s FestivalSongwriters stream into town and fill venues from Pensacola to Gulf Shores.• Nov. 6 – 16, 2014• FrankBrownSongwriters.com; 850-492-7664; [email protected]

t North Baldwinstockton’s christmas homes tour• Early December; Stockton • Free admission

christmas on the river Boat parade with Santa arriving by boat. • Late November/early December; Lower Bryant Landing,

Stockton• 251-937-3234

32nd annual christmas FestArts and crafts, food, live music, kid’s activities, annual Christmas parade and more.• Dec. 12 and 13, 2014; Blackburn Park, Bay Minette• Free admission• 251-937-5665

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t Eastern ShoreJingle bell run • First Friday in December; 8 a.m.; Daphne City Hall• 251-639-9722

christmas Parades • Dec. 5, 2014; 7 p.m.; downtown Fairhope • Dec. 6, 2014; 9 a.m.; Eastern Shore Centre • TBA; 11 a.m.; Main Street Daphne

christmas concerts Baldwin Pops Winter Wonderland • Dec. 9, 2014; 7 p.m.; Daphne Civic Center• 251-626-5300Eastern Shore Chorale Society Christmas Concert• Fairhope United Methodist Church• 251-223-2585; escs.org Eastern Shore Chorale Society Messiah Community Sing• Trinity Presbyterian Church, Fairhope• 251-223-2585; escs.org

Fairhope new Year’s eve celebrationLive music, DJ, face painting, fireworks, ball drop at midnight. • Live music begins at 8:30 p.m.; corner of Fairhope Avenue and

Church Street. • 251-929-1466

Fish river boat Parade• Late December• Big Daddy’s Grill, 16452 Ferry Road, Fairhope

t Central Baldwinchristmas Parades • First Saturday in December; 6:30 p.m.; Robertsdale • First Friday in December; 7 p.m.; Silverhill • Second Saturday in December at 10 a.m.; Loxley

t South Baldwinmarjorie snook’s christmas decorations Marjorie Snook elaborately decorates her Victorian home. Families are welcome to drive by the house anytime during the season.• Day after Thanksgiving until New Year’s Day• George Younce Road, Foley

christmas in the Park Carol-singing, cocoa-sipping, Santa and lighting of the Christmas tree.• Early December; Heritage Park in downtown Foley• Free admission • 251-943-1300

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orange beach christmas tree lighting• Dec. 2, 2014; 5:30 – 7 p.m.; The Wharf• alWharf.com

taste of the islands Try food from more than 35 different restaurants while raising funds for local charities. • Dec. 5, 2014; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Orange Beach Event Center at

The Wharf • $50 • Mirams.info; 251-923-9917.

light up the arts and christmas stroll • Dec. 5, 2014; 5 – 8 p.m.; Coastal Arts Center and other Orange

Beach city facilities • CoastalArtsCenter.com

coastal christmas celebrationA series of holiday events on the Island. • Gulf Shores and Orange Beach; November and December • AlabamaCoastalChristmas.com

trim-a-tree Buy locally made arts and crafts items for Christmas gifts. • Foley Art Center; November and December

annual Foley christmas Parade• Second Saturday of December; 10 – 11 a.m.; downtown Foley

let it snowLive entertainment, inflatable obstacle courses, storytelling with Mrs. Claus, children’s art village and snow. • Second Saturday of December; 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Heritage Park,

Foley• Free admission • 251-943-1300

gulf shores lighted christmas Parade and beach celebration Features festive lighted floats from around the region. • Early December; Highway 59 from Clubhouse Drive to Gulf

Shores Public Beach, Gulf Shores • GulfShoresAL.gov

merry marketHoliday shopping extravaganza featuring one-of-a-kind gifts. Santa’s Workshop available to children ages 5–11 while parents shop. • Dec. 12 and 13, 2014; Orange Beach Events Center at The

Wharf• AlabamaCoastalChristmas.com; 251-968-6091

Flora-bama santa drop Santa parachutes into the Flora-Bama to kick off the holiday season. • Dec. 13, 2014; Flora-Bama Lounge, Package and Oyster Bar • FloraBama.com

Flora-bama christmas Potluck Turkey, ham and live music provided; bring a covered dish to share. • Christmas Day; noon • FloraBama.com

coastal alabama business chamber’s christmas lighted boat ParadeTravels through Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, starting at Lulu’s at Homeport Marina and ending at Zeke’s Landing Marina. • Dec. 13, 2014• Free admission for boats and spectators • MyGulfCoastChamber.com; 251-968-6091

gulf shores christmas open houseCrafts, games, treats, Santa, choral performance. • Mid-December; various locations in Gulf Shores • GulfShoresAL.gov

city of gulf shores breakfast with santaEnjoy sausage, bacon, eggs and pancakes before having pictures taken with Santa.• Late December; 8 a.m.; Erie H. Meyer Civic Center, Gulf

Shores • $5; children under 3 free • GulfShoresAL.com

billy claus’ visit to lulu’sSanta’s snow-allergic brother gives toys to kids and delivers wishes to his more famous brother.• Mid-December

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lulu’s noon Year’s eve Midday New Year’s Eve celebration featuring live music, food, sandcastle building contest, arts and crafts, zoo animals, face painting, fireworks and beach ball drop. • 10 a.m. • Lulu’s at Homeport Marina, , 200 E. 25th Ave., Gulf Shores• LuluBuffet.com

new Year’s eve beach bashBonfire, s’mores, DJ, live music, fireworks. • Begins at 8 p.m., fireworks at 10 p.m. and midnight; Gulf State

Park Pavilion• Free admission • GulfShoresAL.com

reeling in the new Year at the Wharf Live music, family activities, karaoke, photo booth, beer garden, gravitron and more. • 7 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.; The Wharf, Orange Beach• Free admission to street party; all-inclusive VIP tickets $75 • alWharf.com

Flora-bama’s new Year’s eve bash Live music on all three stages, food, party favors and champagne. • 6:30 p.m.• General admission $40 in advance, $45 at the door; VIP tickets

$100• FloraBama.com

t South BaldwinFlora-bama super chili cook-offBenefits American Cancer Society and Relay for Life.• Saturday before Super Bowl; Flora-Bama Lounge, Package and

Oyster Bar, Orange Beach• Tasting tickets are $2 each or six for $10• 251-980-5118; [email protected]

new Year’s day Polar bear dipRing in the new year by taking a dip in the Gulf of Mexico, and enjoy black-eyed peas, cornbread and ham afterward.• Noon; Flora-Bama Lounge, Package and Oyster Bar, Orange

Beach• Free admission • FloraBama.com

t Eastern Shoreecumenical ministries' 15th annual chili for charity• Feb. 28, 2015; Oak Hollow Farm, Fairhope• BaldwinEMI.org

t South Baldwinsnowbird brat Fest• Tentatively scheduled for Feb. 7, 2015; 10:15 a.m.; Erie Meyer

Center, Gulf Shores• $4 per brat• SnowBirdsGulfCoast.com; 309-846-8808

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orange beach seafood Festival Raises funds for youth baseball, softball and T-ball. • Feb. 28, 2015; Orange Beach Sportsplex • OBParksAndRec.com

gsumc stained glass bluegrass FestivalProceeds from this four-day concert benefits the music ministry of GSUMC.• Gulf Shores United Methodist Church Sanctuary• $15• GulfShoresUMC.org; 251-968-2411

t Eastern ShoreFairhope arts and crafts FestivalMore than 230 fine arts and crafts exhibitors, live local entertain-ment and festival food. • March 20 – 22, 2015; Downtown Fairhope• Free admission• ESChamber.com

spring Fever chaseFollows a scenic course along the bay and through neighbor-hoods of Fairhope. Benefits local schools and children’s fitness programs.• March 21, 2015; North Bay Avenue and Fairhope Avenue,

Fairhope• 251-279-1684

t South Baldwinelberta german sausage FestivalThe biannual festival offers German-heritage inspired sausage, along with other foods, entertainment and craft vendors.• March 28, 2015; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Town Park, Elberta • Free admission• SausageFest.ElbertaFire.com

orange beach Festival of art A juried art show of visual, performing, musical and culinary arts with more than 90 artists working in a dazzling variety of medias; festival-goers always have plenty to see, hear, touch, taste and experience.• Second weekend of March; Coastal Arts Center of

Orange Beach• Free admission• OrangeBeachArtsFestival.com

the Wharf boat & Yacht show• March 26 – 29, 2015; The Wharf, Orange Beach• WharfBoatShow.com

t North Baldwinold time country FestivalOver 20 featured exhibits, including tractor and engine displays and blacksmith demonstrations. Wagon rides, pony rides and a petting zoo for children, and live music throughout the day.• Bicentennial Park, Stockton• Free admission• 251-580-1897

t Eastern Shoredelta Woods and Waters expoPresentations, exhibitions, interactive displays by experienced outdoorsmen, hands-on activities for children and adults. • 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort• 251-626-4884

earth day mobile bay • Fairhope Municipal Pier Park• EarthDayMobileBay.org

taste of rotary Features local restaurants and guest serving their specialties. Soft drinks, beer and wine included. • April 8, 2015; Fairhope Civic Center• 251-454-0921; TasteOfRotary.com

bald eagle bash Live music, seafood cooked by local chefs. Benefits Weeks Bay Foundation. • Tonsmiere Resource Center under the U.S. 98 bridge on Fish

River• $35 pre-order, $40 at the door; children under 10 free • 251-990-5004; BaldEagleBash.com

spanish Fort spring showcase car and truck showBrowse through hundreds of cars and trucks while listening to local musicians. • Fitzpen Place, Spanish Fort• Free admission, small parking fee• 251-621-6665, FitzpenPlace.com/events.

baldwin county home builders association’s spring tour of homes Tour beautiful homes all over Baldwin County. • Late April• Spring.BCHBA.com

bama coast cruiseEnjoy live music while viewing cars, old and new, along the In-tracoastal Waterway. Swap meets, vendors, door prizes and cash drawings also included.• Last full weekend of April; The Wharf, Orange Beach• Free admission• 251-224-1000; BamaCoastCruise.com

t Central Baldwinbaldwin county strawberry FestivalMore than 175 arts and crafts exhibitors, carnival with children’s games, antique car show, live music, fresh strawberries and strawberry shortcake.• April 11 – 12, 2015; 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Loxley Municipal Park • Free admission• BaldwinCountyStrawberryFestival.net

rolling on the river for literacy Benefits the Eastern Shore Literacy Council. • 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort• 251-928-8300

t South Baldwininterstate mullet toss at the Flora bamaToss a fish to raise money for youth charities.• Always the last full weekend in April; Flora-Bama Lounge,

Package and Oyster Bar• 21 and up $10 per day, under 21 $15 per day; free admission

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t North Baldwinbike-o-rama Bands, bikes and barbecue.• Highway 225, Stockton• 251-978-9149; [email protected]

delta rendezvousFree seminars, four fishing tournaments, archery tournaments, craft vendors, live demonstrations, outdoor celebrities and a kids’ fishing and activity area.• Live Oak Landing, Stockton• Entry: One can of food per person• 251-423-1857; [email protected]

t Eastern Shoretaste of the townsFood from more than 30 restaurants, live music, beverages, silent auction and door prizes.• 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort • $25 in advance, $30 at the door • 251-621-2996

99 bottles of beer on the lawn craft beer Festival • Southern Napa, 2304 Main St., Daphne• $25 in advance; $30 at the door• SouthernNapa.com

baldwin Pops’ memorial day concert • Memorial Day; 6:30 p.m.; Henry George Park, Fairhope• BaldwinPopsBand.com

grandman triathlonBegins with a 1/3-mile swim in picturesque Mobile Bay and back beside the Fairhope Municipal pier. After the swim comes an 18-mile bike ride through the city of Fairhope. Ends with a 3.1-mile run through the streets of Fairhope and along the Bay. • Late May/early June; Fairhope Municipal Pier• TheGrandman.com; 251-433-4220

t South Baldwinspectra, a sound and lights show • Nightly; 8, 9 and 10 p.m.; The Wharf in Orange Beach• Free admission• alWharf.com; 251-224-1000

orange beach billfish classic Fishing tournamentKickoff party, Miss Billfish contest, kid’s art clinics, receptions, weigh-ins and more.• The Wharf, Orange Beach • alWharf.com

Waves of Wine FestivalReceive a custom wine bag, a fully tempered custom wine glass and entree to the music, wine, beer and boats.

• May 9, 2015; Caribe Resort, Orange Beach• $35; $45 at the gate• WavesofWine.com; 251-980-9039; [email protected]

la gumbo Festival • The Wharf, Orange Beach• 251-224-1000

art in the ParkFine art, food and entertainment. • Mother’s Day weekend; Heritage Park, Foley• Free admission• SouthBaldwinChamber.com; 251-943-4381; ArtInfo@foleyart-

center.com

hangout Festival 2015• The Hangout, Gulf Shores• HangoutMusicFest.com; [email protected]

Fort morgan memorial day tribute• Memorial Day; 9 a.m.; 51 Highway 180 W., Gulf Shores.• 251-540-5257

t North Baldwinride YellowBike ride benefitting various organizations that fight cancer. Six, 10, 16, 37 and 62-mile routes. Always held the Saturday before Father’s Day.• Halliday Park, Bay Minette• Ages 10 – 23: $25; Ages 24+: $50• RideYellow.org

o delta dayFishing tournament, river races, live entertainment, a silent auction and more as funds are raised to benefit the Leah Ann Overstreet Memorial Scholarship Fund. • Lower Bryant’s Landing, Stockton• 251-294-0421; [email protected]

crawfish bash Crawfish, corn, potatoes and more! Live music and kid’s activi-ties! • Southern Sass Delta Outfitters; 610 Highway 31, Bay Minette• Adults: $20; kids under 10: free• 251-937-5665

t South Baldwingulf coast hot air balloon FestivalHot air balloons, food, music and arts and crafts vendors.• Father’s Day weekend; Foley Sports Complex• Free admission• GulfCoastBalloonFestival.com

shindig on the sandThree days of music on the beach, featuring more than 50 musical acts and 200 musicians.• Flora-Bama Lounge, Package and Oyster Bar, Orange Beach• $5 per day • FloraBama.com; 251-980-5118; [email protected]

top of the hops beer Festival• 4 – 8 p.m.; The Marina Lawn, The Wharf, Orange Beach• Tickets range from $15 to $75• TopoftheHopsBeerFest.com

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Live MusicLive music can be found all over Baldwin County. Most restaurants, bars and other live music venues promote local talent nightly. Music festivals, songwriter showcases and legendary beach havens draw in a large number of music lovers all year. Below is only a sampling of live music venues. For a more comprehensive listing go to GulfCoastNewToday.com, click on Gulf Coast Buzz and scroll to The Buzz Music.

1. the amphitheater at the Wharf, orange beachThe Amphitheater at The Wharf is the only place in the county where you can catch national headlining bands throughout the year. Recent artists to grace the stage have been Kings of Leon, Kenny Chesney, Taylor Swift and Kid Rock. The Amphitheater shares The Wharf Resort with a full service Marina, a shopping area, restaurants, a movie theater, as well as the South’s tallest ferris wheel.• 23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach• 251-224-1020• AmphitheaterAtTheWharf.com

2. courtyard 311, FairhopeCourtyard 311 is a restaurant and live music venue. Along with some great food, you can catch local musicians five to six times a week.• 311 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope• 251-928-2032

3. the Flora-bama lounge and Package store, orange beachThe Flora-Bama is a beachside oyster bar that has live music daily. The Flora-Bama is home to annual events such as the International Frank Brown Songwriters Festival, Shindig in the Sand, The Interstate Mullet Toss and The Polar Bear Dip. The Bama hosts three stages throughout the venue. The establishment supports local musicans though open mic nights and various musical events.• 17401 Perdido Key Dr., Orange Beach• 850-492-0611• FloraBama.com

4. the Frog Pond at blue moon Farms, silverhillThe Frog Pond is a private outdoor venue in a private home. This venue features an outdoor stage under a 200-year old Cedar tree on Blue Moon Farm, owned by Cathe Steele. Patrons bring their own chairs and beverages and are encouraged to partici-pate in a covered dish dinner. Overnight camping is allowed for out-of-town visitors. The concerts are unique and intimate and you must have a reservation to attend. The Frog Pond holds concerts from September through April every year, featuring singer-songwriters, folk musicians and local musicians.• 19375 Rada Road, Silverhill• 251-232-3072• TheFrogPondAtBlueMoonFarm.com

5. the hangout, gulf shores These days The Hangout is back and better than ever. With an extensive menu of food and drinks and live music daily, the Hangout is one of the most popular venues on the beach. The Hangout is home to the growing Hangout Music Festival and is the place to let loose, laugh with family and friends, and above all, let the good times roll.

• 101 E. Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores

• 251-948-3030• TheHangout.com

6. lulu’s, gulf shores Come on down and share the good times with this Lucy Buffet owned venue on the canal. LuLu’s hosts live music every day and offers a lengthy menu to satisfy everyone’s taste buds. • 200 E. 25th Ave.,

Gulf Shores• 251-967-5858• LuLuBuffet.com

7. Pirate’s cove, elberta Delight in some live music while enjoying some great food and beautiful scenery at Pirate’s Cove is amarina, restaurant and a great place to catch some local bands. There’s live music two to three times aweek at Pirate’s Cove, featuring mostly local musicians. Pirate’s Cove also has one great hamburger if you are hungry. It is open seven days a week and they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner.• 6664 County Road 95, Elberta• 251-987-1224• PiratesCoveRiffRaff.com

8. the record bar, daphneThe Record Bar is a funky little bar where you can hear some great local and sometimes regional musicians. The bar is perfect for up-close and intimate concerts, plus they mix a mean martini. Typically there are musicians playing once or twice a week there, usually on Thursday, Friday or Saturday. If you are in the area, it’s a place you will want to check out.• 1203 Highway 98 Suite 4E, Daphne• 251-621-8300• Record-Bar.com

hangout Fest, gulf shoresLocated on the sandy white beaches of Gulf Shores, Hangout Fest is a truly unique experience. Featuring many top national acts, the three-day event is worth checking out. Tickets sell out fast for this event so get them early if you plan to attend.• The Hangout beaches in Gulf Shores

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Frank brown international songwriters FestivalThis 10-day event features some of the best songwriters from around the country and beyond. During this festival you can catch nearly 200 Grammy-winning and up-and-coming songwriters.The Frank Brown Festival is held at multiple venues throughout Pensacola, Orange Beach and Gulf Shores. The festival is named after Frank Brown, a night watchman at the legendary Flora-Bama bar for 28 years. • Flora-Bama Lounge and Package Store• Nov. 6-16, 2014• FBISF.com• Admission varies by venue, most are free.

l.a. songwriters’ Festival, FairhopeThe Lower Alabama Songwriters’ Festival is a three-day event featuring Eastern Shore, Lower Alabama and Nashville songwrit-ers. Nearly 40 songwriters come together to participate in this festival. It’s a great place to explore some of Baldwin County’s own local musicians and those from surrounding areas. The event is open to the public and proceeds benefit a local charity organization.• American Legion Post 199• Mid-September• AmericanLegion199.com• $15 a day

shindig on the sand, orange beachBreak out the sunscreen and join the Flora-Bama for three days of music on the beach and throughout the bar. Featuring more than 50 musical acts and more than 200 musicians. Sponsored by the Perdido Key Chamber, the Flora-Bama partners with

American Family Care each year to pro-vide the Gulf musicians access to affordable healthcare and other social services. The effort is called Flora-Bama’s Gulf Coast Musicians’ Assistance Fund (GCMAF). • June 2015• Flora-Bama Lounge and Package Store • FloraBama.com

american legion Post 199 guitar Jams, Fairhope• 700 S. Mobile St., Fairhope• Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m.• 251-928-9132• AmericanLegion199.com

catt’s brownbag Free concerts, daphne and FairhopeSeries with free shows from some of the area’s talented artists. • Mayday Park, Daphne; Windmill Market, Fairhope • Wednesday – Friday; 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.• 92zew.net• Join Catt Sirten for his spring Lunchtime Brownbag

music at meyer Park concert series, gulf shores• 440 E. 22nd Ave., Gulf Shores• March – May

sunday sunset series, Fairhope• American Legion Post 199, 700 Mobile St., Fairhope• 3 p.m., Sundays from June until August• $5 per person

Karaoke• Top of the Bay, Daphne• Good Time Charley’s, Foley• The Office Lounge, Foley• Behind the Pines Bar & Grill, Fort Morgan • Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores• Mudbugs, Gulf Shores• Pink Pony Pub, Gulf Shores• Island Times Daiquiri Bar, Orange Beach• Live Bait, Orange Beach• Snappers Lounge, Orange Beach• The Undertow, Orange Beach• Happy Harbor on the Line, Perdido Key

open mic• The Gumbo Shack, Fairhope• Courtyard 311, Fairhope• American Legion 199, Fairhope• The Office Lounge, Foley• Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores• Happy Harbor the Mothership, Orange Beach • Live Bait, Orange Beach• Flora-Bama, Orange Beach

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argentine tango by the bay • Weekly lessons on Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.; South-

ern Edge Dance Center, 251 Greeno Road S., Fairhope • 251-377-4069; facebook.com/argentinetangobythebay

ballroom dancing lessons by ryan duvall• First and third Fridays, 6:30 – 7 p.m.; PZK Civic Center, 17933

Highway 104, Robertsdale; • $5; soft drinks and coffee provided; bring finger food.• 251-979-9571

beachside ballroom dance club• Advanced: Mondays at 7 p.m.; Southern Edge Dance Center,

behind Pizza Hut on Highway 98 in Fairhope; $10• Beginner–intermediate: Tuesdays at 7 p.m.; Loxley Civic Cen-

ter, 4198 Municipal Park Drive, Loxley; $10 • Beginner–intermediate: Thursdays at 7 p.m.; Orange Beach

Adult Activity Center, 26251 Canal Road, Orange Beach; $10 • BeachsideBallroom.com; 251-607-8885

Foley senior center dances• First and third Saturdays, 7 – 10 p.m.; 304 E. Rose Ave., Foley• $5 for members, $7 non-members• 251-943-1877

James P. nix center cabaret dance• Second and fourth Thursdays; 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.; 1 Bayou

Drive, Fairhope• $5 for members, $9 for guests • 251-929-1447

moonlight chasse’ ballroom dance society• First and third Mondays; 7 – 10 p.m.; Fitzpen Place, 11247

Highway 31, Spanish Fort• $10 for nonmembers, $7 for members, $5 for students with

college ID; no partner needed• 251-377-4069; 251-625-3137; [email protected]

baldwin county Youth orchestraThe group works to educate, promote and enrich the community by building relationships through musical awareness, perfor-mance and tutelage. Programs include strings, wind and jazz ensembles, beginner band and music camp. • 925 Nichols Ave., Fairhope • [email protected], 251-979-6834; bcyorchestra.com

coastal choraleThe group has several shows each year, including a Christmas production. Auditions are open to the public and members are all volunteers who pitch in to handle marketing and advertising, ticket sales, stage setup, lighting and sound design.• 915 N. Pine St., Foley• 251-955-5051; CoastalChorale.com

eastern shore choral societyThere are two performance seasons, Fall and Spring, with a major concert program presented at two concerts each season. In addition, the organization hosts a free musical Messiah Sing event during the Christmas season.• 155 S. Section St., Fairhope• [email protected]; EasternShoreChoralSociety.com

snook Youth clubOffers dance, violin and other educational enrichment opportu-nities.• 1391 S. Cedar St., Foley

Fine art lovers can find a continuous stream of events happening in Baldwin County. Theatre, dance, music, crafts and other varieties of art are offered from end to end of Alabama’s largest county.

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south baldwin community theatre• 2022 W. Second St., Gulf Shores• 251-968-6721; SBCT.biz

summer tide theater by drama students at the university of alabama• June 6 through July 4; Tuesday – Sunday at 8 p.m.;

George C. Meyer Performing Arts Center, 2022 W. Second St., Gulf Shores

• $20 adults, $15 children, group rate available• 251-968-6721

theatre 98Community theatre group in Fairhope.• 350 Morphy Ave., Fairhope• 251-928-4366; Theatre98.org

daphne art center (formerly bay rivers art guild)Art classes, workshops, camps and events.• 1704 Sixth St., Daphne• BRAGart.org; 251-621-0659

coastal arts center of orange beachArt classes, gallery, hot shop, clay studio, art events. • 26389 Canal Road, Orange Beach• Gallery hours are Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.,

Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.• 251-981-2787; CoastalArtsCenter.com

eastern shore art centerViewing galleries, classes and camps.• 401 Oak St., Fairhope• Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.• 251-928-2228, [email protected]; ESArtCenter.com Foley Performing arts center Arts and crafts for sale, classes and camps. All sales benefit Cul-tural Enrichment Programs in local schools. • 116 W. Laurel Ave., Foley • 251-943-4831; [email protected];

FoleyArtCenter.com gulf coast arts alliance galleryAllows regional and local artists of all trades to showcase, pro-mote and sell their work. Classes available. • E. 24th Ave., Gulf Shores• Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.• 251-986-8222; GulfCoastArtsAlliance.com

the old town bay minette art trailMaps of the Art Trail are available in front of the Bay Minette Public Library, where the trail begins and ends. The trail winds around the Baldwin County Courthouse past downtown busi-nesses, parks and neighborhoods. The artwork along the trail is donated by local artists and students and will be changed periodically.

baldwin Writers group• Third Saturdays; Daphne Public Library• Membership fees are $15 per year• [email protected]

Pensters Writing group• Second Saturdays, 10 a.m. – noon; University of South

Alabama Baldwin County, St. James Street, Fairhope• Membership fees are $20 per year• [email protected]

Art Walks Fairhope’s First Friday art WalkWalk begins at the Eastern Shore Art Center. Wine and refreshments served at select locations.• First Fridays except December, 6 – 8 p.m.; downtown

Fairhope• Free admission • 251-928-2228

heritage Park marketplace Features local farm fresh products, arts and crafts, music and a movie. • Fridays from 4 – 7 p.m. in May and June, live music at 6 p.m.

with a movie afterward; Heritage Park in Foley • Free admission • 251-943-1300; [email protected]; VisitFoley.org

gulf coast art alliance art market Features original art by local and regional artists, art projects for children, local musicians and concessions. • First Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Meyer Park, East 22nd

Ave., Gulf Shores • Free admission • GulfCoastArtsAlliance.com

loda art Walk Wine and refreshments served at select locations.• Second Fridays; 6 – 9 p.m.; Cathedral Square Arts District,

downtown Mobile • Free admission • 251-208-1550

gallery night • Third Fridays; 5 – 9 p.m.; downtown Pensacola • Free admission • 850-434-5371

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Splash Pads

Currently, four municipalities operate splash pads in Baldwin County. The newest, located on the corner of Pennsyl-vania Street and Park Avenue inside Garrett Park in Robertsdale, recently began its third season of operation.The city of Fairhope began reconstruction of its Kids Park in March of 2014, which will include a 2,200-square-foot splash pad facility. The city plans to reopen the park in June 2014.Both the city of Orange Beach and the town of Loxley are also planning to install splash parks.

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1. bay minetteLocated on the corner of McMillan Avenue and Fourth Street at the Bay Minette Kids Park, the

pad operates from about mid-May through Labor Day and is open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily dur-

ing the peak summer months. CityOfBayMi-nette.org.

1. spanish FortThe Eastern Shore Centre, located off of Alabama Highway 181 at Interstate 10 in Spanish Fort, is open to the public during normal business hours, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. EasternShoreCentre.com.

1. robertsdaleDuring the summer months, the

Robertsdale splash pad operates daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., returning to limited use at the beginning of the school year until October. Robertsdale.org.

2. summerdaleSummerdale’s splash park is located just south of Pioneer Park on Northwest First Street. The park is open from April through Oct. 1 and is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily during peak summer hours. SummerdaleAlabama.com.

1. FoleyThe Tanger Outlets on Highway 59 in Foley have a “water fountain” splash park area and carousel. The park operates during normal business hours from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. TangerOutlet.com/Foley.2. gulf shoresLocated in the center court of Pelican Place at Craft Farms on Gulf Shores Parkway. Contact Pelican Place at 251-968-3638 for hours and days of operation.

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The odds are, no matter how far you roam, you’ll find no other place like Baldwin County. History has blessed the area with variety of influences; including French, Spanish, English, German, Native American and many more. Immigrants from across the globe have made Baldwin County their home, bringing their native cultures to the melting pot.

Mardi Gras is a celebration unique to this and several other southern areas. Beautiful and portable artworks “float” down the street as revelers throw goodies to those lined on the road sides. Balls harken back images of grand parties and black-tie affairs and general feelings of frivolity and happiness abound.

Feasting is a big part of that happy feeling, and nobody cooks quite like Southerners. We create dishes from Gulf seafood and local produce … and add bacon grease, ham hocks and garlic to everything. Well, we spice it up in our own special way.

Our own special way even applies to our muscadine wine, agriculture and pet-friendly places. Baldwin County is unlike any place you’ve ever been. And likely, it will be at the top of your “Places I Can’t Wait To Get Back To” list.

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Mardi GrasAmerica’s very first Mardi Gras celebration was held in the French colony of Mobile in 1719. This Gulf Coast party continues today, celebrated with parades , moon-pies, doubloons, cups, beads and stuffed animals. Crowds line both sides of the street to participate in this Gulf Coast celebration.

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Float barn: secret location where Mardi Gras organizations build and keep their floats when it’s not parading season.throws: items thrown from parade floats, such as doubloons, Moonpies, beads, cups and stuffed animals.doubloons: aluminum coins representing the Mardi Gras organization on one side and the organization’s theme for the year on the opposite. moonpies: marshmallow cake, usually chocolate, banana or orange flavored. Newer flavors of coconut, vanilla, mint, peanut butter and salted caramel have recently been added.laissez les bon temps rouler: French for “Let the good times roll!”King cake: usually oval and braided, this cake is iced with traditional Mardi Gras colors. A plastic baby doll is hidden inside, and according to custom, whoever finds the baby in their piece of cake buys the next King Cake or throws the next party.ball: a celebration, usually after a parade, involving food, beverages, call-outs and dancing. Some organizations don’t parade and just have Mardi Gras balls. Tickets are sold to some balls, while others require invitations from a member.call-outs: take place during a Mardi Gras ball, when organization members are escorted and introduced to the crowd.

travel lightly. No chairs. You’ll want two free hands to catch goodies.carry small amounts of cash when possible. Bring cash for food carts, but leave large bills at home. Leave purses and valuables at home.arrive early. Avoid traffic and find a close, well-lit parking spot.obey barricade ordinances. No jumping the barricades.check weather/parade route. Know whether to bring a jacket or umbrella, or if your parade time or route has changed.

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eastern shoreapollo’s mystic ladiesFeb. 6; 6:45 p.m. · Daphne

Knights of ecor rougeFeb. 7; 6:45 p.m. · Fairhope

maids of JubileeFeb. 13; 6:45 p.m. · Fairhope

shadow baronsFeb. 14; 6:45 p.m. · Daphne

Krewe of mullet matesFeb. 14; 2 p.m. · Mullet Point

loyal order of the FiretruckFeb. 15; 2:29 p.m. · Daphne

order of mystic magnoliasFeb. 16; 6:45 p.m. · Fairhope

south baldWinmystical order of miramsFeb. 13; 6:30 p.m. · Orange Beach

Foley ParadeFeb. 14; 11 a.m. · Foley

mystics of PleasureFeb. 14; 5:30 p.m. · Orange Beach

gulf shores mardi gras associationFeb. 17; 10 a.m. · Gulf Shores

orange beach ParadeFeb. 17; 2 p.m. · Orange Beach

While Mardi Gras balls and organization parties require invitations from members, parades are open to the public. To find your city’s parade route, visit TheMobileMask.com.

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SeafoodBaldwin County’s seafood industry traces its history back to

Native Americans who fished its creeks, rivers, bays and coastal waters for a natural bounty that was an important and protein-rich source of food for them, said Avery Bates, vice president of the Organized Seafood Association of Alabama.

“Many of our families in the business go back several genera-tions and are carrying on a critical way of life and culture,” Bates said. “We depend on this bounty from the sea, as do the many restaurants, seafood retailers and wholesalers that are part of the industry, not just in Alabama, but across the country.”

The seafood industry in Alabama provides more than 10,000 jobs, and its annual economic impact has been estimated at $335 million a year, according to the Alabama Seafood Marketing Commission.

“The Alabama seafood industry is vital to the economy of coastal Alabama,” said Chris Blankenship, director of the Marine Resources Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, who serves as the commission’s program administrator and is based in Gulf Shores. “The hardworking men and women that catch, unload, process, ship and sell local Alabama seafood have been a vital part of the community for generations.

“When people buy local products, whether it is seafood, produce or other goods, it supports the local economy and keeps the money circulating in the local community.”

“Besides the economic benefits, local seafood is just fresher and tastes better than imported seafood.”

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bon secouraquila seafood inc., 17309 River Road, 251-949-6658billy’s seafood inc., County Road 10 W., 251-949-6288bon secour Fisheries inc., 17449 County Road 49 S., 251-949-7411carson & company inc., 16749 River Road, 251-949-7474stutt’s safe harbour seafood, 5832 Heritage Circle, 251-949-7442

daPhneFresh seafood distributors, 9910 Milton Jones Road, 251-626-1106 hazels market, 26751 U.S. Highway 98, 251-626-9939 market by the bay, 29145 U.S. Highway 98, 251-621-9664

elbertaWallace seafood trader inc., 27497 County Road 20, 251-987-5125

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FoleYFoley Fish co., 321 S. McKenzie St.Fresh market seafood, 7525 B Highway 59, 251-955-5550 Joe the shrimp man, 6382 Cook Road, 251-978-0717

gulF shoresblalock seafood market, 1911 Gulf Shores Parkway, 251-968-581Foley Fish co., 3215 McKenzie St., 251-948-6460Fresh market seafood bait tackle, 15849 B Highway 180 W., 251-967-1732

loXleYFlopper’s Foods, 13045 County Road 64, 251-964-4567

orange beachblalock seafood inc., 24822 Canal Road, 251-974-5811 Fresh market, 26650 Perdido Beach Blvd., 251-974-2070

robertsdalehub city seafood, 23028 Highway 59, 251-947-9555

seminoleuncle bubba’s country store, 32450 U.S. Highway 90, 251-946-2667

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Regional Recipesmoe's original bar b Que's White sauceLocations in Orange Beach, Daphne and Mobile

White barbecue sauce originated in Decatur, Ala. at Big Bob Gibson's Bar-B-Q in 1925. The mayonnaise based sauce is ubiquitous all over the state, including in Baldwin County.

ingredients • 1 jar heavy duty mayonnaise• 1/2 cup cider vinegar• 1 tablespoon sugar• 1 tablespoon Moe's rub or other barbecue rub• A couple of dashes of hot sauce• A couple of dashes of Worcestershire sauce• 1 teaspoon black pepper• Pinch of white pepper• Dash of cayenne• 1/4 lemon, juiced

PreparationMix all ingredients in bowl and mix well until smooth. Make

sure no lemon seeds or lumps.

Felix’s double chocolate bread PuddingLocated on the Causeway in Spanish Fort

Bread pudding originated in the 11th century as a frugal dish using leftover bread, but it has since turned into a Gulf Coast classic. Every restaurant and home cook has a different take on bread pudding — try them all! Serves 6.

ingredients STEP 1 • 5 cups 3/4-inch white bread cubes, crusts removed• 4 tablespoons butter • ¼ cup sugar • 2 cups milk • 2 cups heavy cream • 4 ounces white chocolate chips STEP 2 • 4 extra-large eggs• 1/4 cup sugar • 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract • 1/8 to 1/4 cup pecan pieces, according to taste • 2 ounces semi-sweet dark chocolate chips

PreparationSTEP 1

Cut bread cubes in a single layer and dry on parchment lined sheet pan in a 250 F oven for 10 to 15 minutes until crisp, not browned.

In a stock pot, place butter, sugar, milk and cream. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Add white chocolate chips and whisk until chips are dissolved. STEP 2

In a stainless steel bowl, add eggs, sugar and vanilla. Slightly mix with a wire whip until blended.

Slowly ladle small amounts of warm cream mix into the eggs while stirring the eggs until they come up to temperature. Place dry bread cubes into custard; mix well. Place in cooler until mixture comes down to 60–70 F.

Fold in dark chocolate chips and pecans. Do not fold in chips before the the custard reaches 60–70 degrees or chips will melt.

Ladle pudding into 8-ounce ramekins and place into a 9- by 13-inch baking pan with sides. Pour hot tap water into the bak-ing pan until ramekins are partially submerged.

Bake in 300 F degree oven for 40 to 45 minutes. Internal tem-perature should be 170 degrees.

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compleat angler’s West indies saladLocated at The Wharf in Orange Beach

The West Indies Salad was in-vented in South Alabama, and Bayley’s Restaurant in Theo-dore was the first to serve it. Serves 12–16.

ingredients • 4 pounds Gulf

lump crabmeat • 1/4 cup jalapenos • 1 quart tomatoes • 1 cup green bell peppers • 3 cups red onions • 2 cups celery• 1 tablespoon garlic • 16 ounces lime juice • 12 ounces cider vinegar • 12 ounces salad oil • 12 ounces ice water • 4 tablespoons cilantro,

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Preparation Cut the red onions into julienne strips and then cut the strips

into small 1/4-inch dice. Then dice the jalapenos, celery, toma-toes and red peppers down to the same size. Place the vegetables in a large mixing bowl.

Pick through the lump crabmeat to check for shells, but don’t break up any of the lumps. Then toss the crabmeat into the bowl with the vegetables.

In a separate bowl, mix the lime juice, vinegar, Baumhower’s hot sauce, cilantro, salt and pepper, then whisk them all up while slowly adding the salad oil. Then add the strained ice water and pour the mixture over the crabmeat and vegetables, mixing well, but gently.

Let the mixture marinate for at least 24 hours before serving.

grandmother’s Fig cake from Punta clara Kitchen Located on Scenic Highway 98 in Point Clear

Fig cake is a Southern favorite, especially during holidays. Serves 6–8.

ingredients • 4 cups flour• 1 box raisins • 2 teaspoons cinnamon • 2 teaspoons nutmeg• 2 teaspoons baking soda• ½ cup butter• 1 pint Punta Clara fig preserves • 2 cups sugar • 1 cup pecans

• 2 teaspoons cloves• 1 teaspoon salt • 2 cups sour milk • Grated rind of 2 lemons

PreparationCream sugar and butter, add milk, flour, baking soda and

spices. Drain syrup from figs and cut up figs. Flour figs well. Add figs, raisins and pecans to batter and mix well. Pour into

greased and floured tube pan. Bake in a 275-degree oven for about 3 hours. For best results, mix by hand.

Compleat Angler’s West Indies Salad

Grandmother’s Fig Cake from Punta Clara Kitchen; available premade as one of the “cakes in a jar” at Punta Clara Kitchen.


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Dogs are man’s best friend. Many businesses in Baldwin County like well-behaved canines, too. Baldwin County is a pet-friendly area. There are several fenced in dog parks that allow our furry friends to run and play with others without a leash. Some restaurants around the county even let well-behaved dogs socialize with others.

Dog parks offer an open set-ting for dogs to run. Each is open sunrise to sunset and has separate areas for large and small dogs. The areas are fenced and most have water stations. There is no fee to use any of these dog parks. Daphne’s dog park requires that all dogs must be vaccinated and have a license on their collar.

1. daphne dog Park, 8600 Whispering Pines Road, Daphne2. Fairhope dog Park, 701 Greeno Road and Volanta Avenue, Fairhope3. gulf shores dog Park, 260 Clubhouse Road and West Second Avenue, Gulf Shores4. unleashed dog Park, 27920 Canal Road, Orange Beach

5. the southern grind at The Wharf in Orange Beach has an outdoor area, “The Pooch Porch,” especially for our four-legged friends. 6. Panini Petes: In Fairhope, several restaurants allow leashed dogs in their outdoor area, like Panini Pete’s in the French Quar-ter. Don’t be surprised if you pass a puppy in a cart at Home Depot or one at the Foley Outlets. If they’re well-behaved, they can go practically anywhere.7. Pirates cove marina and restaurant in Elberta is pirate-themed, and dogs are welcome, too. Ahoy, little doggies!

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early July and late September to early November. Fidler Farm, Harris Lane in Silverhill; sells peanuts at farm seven days a week from mid-August to mid-November; closed on Sundays from mid-November to mid-August. glenda's Krafty Kitchen, sells jellies, jams, pickles, relishes by appointment from home; contact 251-446-8274; also at the Fairhope Farmers Market, Gulf Shores Farmers Market and Atmore Farmers Market. gulf shores Farmers market, Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion parking lot, Saturdays from 8 a.m. – noon, year round except for the second week in July until the second week in September.hastings organic Farm, 40801 Pine Grove Road, Bay Minette. USDA Organic grass-fed beef and Organic U-Pick blueberries. Berries available from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m., Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from mid-June – mid-July. 251-937-8728. hazel's market, Highway 98 in Daphneheritage Park marketplace, Heritage Park in Foley; 4 – 7 p.m. Fridays in May and June. Features fruits, vegetables, plants, baked goods, arts and crafts and live music. loxley Farm market, U.S. Highway 59 in LoxleyPerdido vineyards Winery, County Road 47 in Perdidosweet home Farm, specialty dairy and cheese products; Schoen Road in Elberta. Weeks bay Plantation, 12562 Mary Ann Beach Road, Fairhope. Pick-your-own organic blueberry farm, 3-D archery course, amphitheater, pick-your-own flowers. Berries available 8 a.m. – noon, Thursday – Saturday from mid-May – July. WeeksBayPlantation.com.

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The District Court has original jurisdiction over criminal misdemeanors, hold preliminary hearings in felony prosecutions, and can receive guilty pleas in felony cases not punishable by death. The two district judges exercise concurrent jurisdiction with the Circuit Courts in juvenile matters and in civil actions where the amount in controversy does not exceed $10,000; furthermore, the district judges have exclusive jurisdiction over all civil actions where the amount in controversy, exclusive of interest and costs, does not exceed $3,000, which are considered “small claims cases.”

district Judges:

The Circuit Clerk serves as the chief administrative and fiscal of-ficer for the court system. Also serves as an election official for the county and has magistrate duties, working with law enforcement for the issuance of warrants and for the filing of court documents.

circuit clerk:

Baldwin County Courthouse312 Courthouse Square, Suite 22Bay Minette

This circuit comprises the geographical limits of Baldwin County and is composed of five circuit court judges, two district court judges, one circuit clerk and one district attorney. The Circuit Court hears all civil matters where the amount in controversy exceeds $10,000, all criminal prosecutions involving felony offenses and family court matters. The Circuit Court has concurrent jurisdiction with the District Court and in all civil matters where the amount in controversy exceeds $3,000 but does not exceed $10,000, exclusive of interest and costs. Additionally, the Circuit Courts exercise appellate jurisdiction over cases appealed from the District Courts, Probate Court, Baldwin County Municipal Courts and certain administrative and municipal boards.

circuit court Judges:

robert e. Wilters, Presiding JudgeCourtroom #8 251-580-2570251-937-0346 fax

J. langford FloydCourtroom #5 251-937-0237251-937-0225 fax

carmen e. boschCourtroom #2251-937-0235251-937-0315 fax

Jody W. bishopCourtroom #8 251-937-0290251-937-0236 fax

c. Joseph nortonCourtroom #4251-937-0273251-937-0225 fax

michelle m. thomasonPresiding judgeCourtroom #7 251-972-8573251-972-6815 fax

Jody Wise campbell312 Courthouse Square, Suite 10Bay Minette, AL [email protected]

hallie dixonElected in 2010Administrative Office101 Hand Ave.Bay [email protected]

scott P. taylorCourtroom #3 251-580-1647

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Federal and State Representativesu.s. sen. Jeff sessions

Elected to the Senate in 1997. In January of 2011, Sen. Sessions was appointed to be the ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee. He also serves on the Senate Committee on Armed Services. Committee on the Judiciary, Committee on the Environment and Public Works and the Committee Meetings/Hearings Schedule.

montgomerY oFFice:7550 Halcyon Summit Drive, Suite 150Montgomery, AL 36117Phone: 334-244-7017

Washington, d.c. oFFice:326 Russell Senate Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20510Phone: 202-224-4124Website: Sessions.Senate.gov

u.s. sen. richard shelby

Elected to the Senate in 1986. Sen. Shelby serves as the ranking member of the Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Af-fairs and is a member of the Committee on Appropriations as well as the Special Committee on Aging. He also serves on several subcommittees: Economic Policy, Financial Institutions, Housing and Trans-portation, International Trade and Finance and Securities and Investment.

montgomerY oFFice:FMJ Federal Courthouse15 Lee St., Suite 208Montgomery, AL 36104Phone: 334-223-7303 • Fax: 334-223-7317

Washington, d.c. oFFice:304 Russell Senate Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20510Phone: 202-224-5744 • Fax: 202-224-3416 Website: Shelby.Senate.gov

u.s. rep. bradley byrne Alabama’s First District

Elected in 2013 to fill the unexpired term of Jo Bon-ner. He sits on the Armed Services Committee, Natural Resouces Committee and the Education and the Workforce Committee.

baldWin countY oFFice:201 E. Section Ave.Foley, AL 36535Phone: 251-972-8545

Washington d.c. oFFice:2236 Rayburn HOBWashington, D.C. 20515Phone: 202-225-4931 • Fax: 202-225-0562Website: Byrne.House.gov

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baldwin county legislative constituent services officedirector, Guy BusbyEmail: [email protected] assistant, Jennifer Hutto Email: [email protected]• Telephone - Toll Free in Baldwin CountyCalling from - North Baldwin County: 251-937-9561, Ext. 2240Calling from - Central Baldwin County: 251-943-5061, Ext. 2240Calling from - Eastern Shore: 251-928-3002, Ext. 2240

state sen. trip Pittman(R) - State Senate District No. 32Elected to the State Senate in 2007

Represents all or a portion of the incorpo-rated Baldwin municipalities of Bay Minette, Daphne, Elberta, Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, Loxley, Magnolia Springs, Orange Beach, Perdido Beach, Robertsdale, Silverhill, Span-ish Fort and Summerdale; the unincorporated communities of Latham, Stockton, Rabun, Per-dido, Phillipsville, Whitehouse Fork, Crossroads, Pine Grove, Gateswood, Clear Springs, Stapleton, Rosinton, Elsanor, Seminole, Belforest, Marlow, Point Clear, Barnwell, Lillian, Josephine, Miflin, Bon Secour, Fort Morgan and Ono Island.

state address:Alabama State Senate, Room 738-B11 S. Union St.Montgomery, AL 36130334-242-7897

state sen. marc Keahey(D) - State Senate District No. 22Elected to the State Senate in 2009

Represents all or a portion of the incorporated municipalities of Bay Minette and Daphne; the unincorporated communities of Little River, Blacksher, Tensaw, Lottie, Latham, Vaughn, Stockton, Crossroads, Bromley, Malbis, Plantation Hills, Ellisville and Belforest.

state address:Alabama State Senate, Room 72111 S. Union St.Montgomery, AL 36130334-242-7843

state rep. alan baker(R) - State House District No. 66Elected to the House in 2006

Represents the incorporated municipality of Loxley; the unincorporated communities of Perdido, Phillipsville, Pine Grove, Gateswood, Clear Springs, Loxley-Ellisville and Stapleton

state address:Alabama House of Representatives, Room 538-D11 S. Union St.Montgomery, AL 36130334-242-7720

state rep. harry shiver(R) - State House District No. 64Elected to the House in 2006

Represents all or a portion of the incorporated municipality of Bay Minette; the unincorporated communities of Little River, Blacksher, Lottie, Tensaw, Rabun, Latham, Vaughn, Stockton, Crossroads, Whitehouse Fork and Bromley.

state address:Alabama House of Representatives, Room 526-D11 S. Union St.Montgomery, AL [email protected]

state rep. Joe Faust(R) - State House District No. 94Elected to the House in 2002

Represents all or a portion of the incorporated municipalities of Fairhope, Robertsdale and Silverhill; the unincorporated communities of Malbis, Belforest, Plantation Hills, Point Clear, Barnwell, Mar-low, Elsanor, Rosinton, Seminole and Lillian.

state address:Alabama House of Representatives, Room 524-C11 S. Union St.Montgomery, AL 36130334-242-7699

state rep. randy davis(R) - State House District No. 96Elected to the House in 2002

Represents all or a portion of the incorporated communities of Daphne and Spanish Fort; the unincorporated communities of Bromley, Stapleton and Malbis.

state address:Alabama House of Representatives, Room 538-B11 S. Union St.Montgomery, AL 36130334-242-7724

state rep. steve mcmillan(R) - State House District No. 95Elected to the House in 1980

Represents the incorporated municipalities of Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Magnolia Springs, Orange Beach, Perdido Beach, Robertsdale and Summerdale; the unincorporated communities of Barnwell, Lillian, Joesphine, Miflin, Bon Secour, Fort Morgan and Ono Island.

state address:Alabama House of Representatives, Room 53211 S. Union St.Montgomery, AL 36130334-242-7723251-937-6048

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The BRATS Program offers safe, affordable and reliable transporta-tion to the residents of Baldwin County. Among the types of routes offered are: Dial-A-Ride, work routes, routes to kidney dialysis, physi-cal therapy, cancer treatments, routes for the Association for Retarded Citizens (ARC) and to Baldwin County Mental Health.

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Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Eastern Shore: 251-990-4636Central & South Baldwin: 251-972-6817North Baldwin: 251-937-0355

sheriff huey “hoss” mackElected in 2006Administration Office310 Hand Ave.Bay Minette, AL 36507251-937-0210 • SheriffOfBaldwin.com

The sheriff’s office is the principal law enforcement agency for Baldwin County. The sheriff serves as an officer of the courts and is responsible for service of court papers and documents. He also main-tains the Baldwin County Corrections Center which houses up to a total of 649 inmates.


Frank burt Jr.(R) - District No. 1 - North Baldwin CountyFirst elected in 1989municiPalitY:City of Bay Minettecommunities:Little River, Blacksher, Latham, Vaughn, Stockton, Red-town, Lottie, Rabun, Perdido, Carpenter, Blake-ley, Bromley, Cottage Hill, Pine Grove, Whitehouse Forks, Crossroads, Dyas, Phillipsville, Vangordon, Stapleton and Steel-woodbaldWin countY commission - administration building312 Courthouse Square, Suite 12Bay Minette, AL 36507Phone: 251-937-0395 • Fax: 251-580-2500 • Email: [email protected] contacts:County Administrator David A. Z. Brewer Office: 251-580-2550 • Email: [email protected] Manager Anu GaryPhone: 251-580-2564 • Email: [email protected]

robert e. “bob” James(R) - District No. 2 - Eastern ShoreElected in 2010municiPalities:City of Spanish Fort, City of Daphne and City of Fairhopecommunities:Belforest, Historic Marlow, Fish River, Barnwell, Battles Wharf, PointClear and MontrosebaldWin countY commission - FairhoPe satellite courthouse1100 Fairhope Ave.Fairhope, AL 36532auXiliarY oFFice:Baldwin County Administration Building312 Courthouse Square, Suite 12Bay Minette, AL 36507Phone: 251-990-4606 • Fax: 251-580-2590 • Email: [email protected] contact:Office Administrator Lisa PearsonPhone: 251-990-4606 • Email: [email protected]

tucker dorsey(R) - District No. 3 - Central Baldwin CountyElected in 2010municiPalities:Town of Loxley, City of Robertsdale, Town of Silverhill and Town of Summerdalecommunities:Gateswood, Clear Springs, Rosinton, Elsanor and SeminolebaldWin countY commission - central anneX22251 Palmer St.Robertsdale, AL 36567Phone: 251-972-8502 • Fax: 251-972-8503 • Email: [email protected] oFFice:Baldwin County Administration Building312 Courthouse Square, Suite 12Bay Minette, AL 36507staFF contact:Building Projects Coordinator Nancy Strube [Central Annex]Phone: 251-972-8555 • Email: [email protected]

honorable charles F. “skip” gruber(R) - District No. 4 - South Bald-win CountyElected 2006municiPalities:City of Foley, Town of Elberta, City of Gulf Shores, Town of Magnolia Springs, City of Orange Beach and Town of Perdido Beachcommunities:Historic Marlow, Fish River, Bon Secour, Oyster Bay, Miflin, Josephine, Ono Island, Fort Morgan and LillianbaldWin countY commission - FoleY satellite courthouse201 E. Section St.Foley, AL 36535Phone: 251-943-5061, Ext. 2804 • Fax: 251-972-6842 • Email: [email protected] oFFice:Baldwin County Administration Building312 Courthouse Square, Suite 12Bay Minette, AL 36507staFF contact:Office Administrator Jeanie BonifayPhone: 251-943-5061, Ext. 2801 • Email: [email protected]

Baldwin County Officials

Baldwin County Commission

Probate JudgeTim Russell

The Probate Judge in Baldwin County is a publicly elected representative of the people for the administration of the Probate Court, License Office and the “Recorder’s” Office — for official public recordation of documents.main oFFice:220 Courthouse SquareBay Minette, AL 36507Phone: 251-937-0260 • Fax: 251-937-0252satellite oFFices:n 22251 Palmer St.Robertsdale, AL 36567Phone: 251-943-5061 ext. 4054 • Fax: 251-970-4097n 1102 Fairhope Ave.Fairhope, AL 36532Phone: 251-928-3002 ext. 4645 • Fax: 251-580-2594n 201 E. Section Ave.Foley, AL 36535Phone: 251-943-5061 ext. 2863 • Fax: 251-580-2588

baldwin county revenue commissionerTeddy J. FaustElected 2009

The Revenue Commissioner’s Office is responsible for mapping,

appraising and assessing each parcel of property and then collecting tax based upon each parcel’s assessed value. These property taxes support the state of Alabama, Baldwin County, Baldwin County public schools, hospitals, law enforcement, fire departments and municipalities.main oFFice:1705 U.S. Highway 31 S.Bay Minette, AL 36507Phone: 251-937-0245 • Fax: 251-937-0388 • Email: [email protected]

baldwin county coronerStanley VinsonElected in 2010Phone: 251-970-4051 • Email: [email protected]

The coroner is responsible for the determination of the cause and manner of death of a person who dies and is not under medical care.

All traumatic deaths, such as murder, suicide, accidental, motor vehicle and drowning are required by law to be reported to the Coroner. Any person who may have died of natural causes, but was not under a doctor’s care, by law, must also be reported to the coroner’s office. It is the final responsibility of the Coroner to execute and file a Certificate Of Death with the Baldwin County Health Department (251-947-3618). The coroner must also review and certify all persons who desire to be cremated at the time of their death.

In order to determine the cause and manner of death the coroner may request an autopsy be conducted by the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences located in Mobile; 251-471-7026 adfs.alabama.gov.)

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The Baldwin County public school system includes all public schools in the unincorporated and incorporated areas and is governed by a sev-en-member county board of education, elected from single-member dis-tricts, one of which, its president, serves as the chief executive officer.

The county board of education employs a superintendent who serves as its chief administrative officer in order to affect the policies adopted by the county board of education.

david coxDistrict 1251-605-4583

david tarwaterDistrict 2251-625-0812

elmer mcdanielDistrict 3251-947-5955

norman moorePresident District 4251-943-5842

angie swigerVice President District 5251-609-2873

robert callahan, JrDistrict 6251-289-9050

shannon cauleyDistrict 7251-621-6642

superintendent of baldwin county Public schools

dr. alan t. leeAppointed June 2010251-937-0308

baldwin county Public schools administrative complex2600 N. Hand Ave. Bay Minette, AL 36507251-937-0306

baldwin county Public schoolsadministrative complex2600 N. Hand Ave.,Bay Minette251-937-0306

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baldwin county high 1 Tiger Drive, Bay Minette 251-937-2341 baldwincountyhighschool.com

bay minette elementary800 Blackburn Ave., Bay Minette 251-937-7651 bayminetteelementaryschool.com

bay minette intermediate600 Blackburn Ave., Bay Minette251-580-0678 bayminetteintermediate.com

bay minette middle 1311 W. 13th St., Bay Minette 251-580-2960 bayminettemiddle.com

delta elementary 10251 Whitehouse Fork Road Extension, Bay Minette 251-937-3657 deltaelementary.com

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north baldwin center for technology 505 W. Hurricane Road, Bay Minette251-937-6751 nbctschool.com

Perdido school23589 County Road 47, Perdido 251-937-8456 perdidoschool.com

Pine grove elementary 43980 Pine Grove Road,Bay Minette251-937-0453 pgelementary.com

stapleton elementary 35480 Harriot Ave., Stapleton 251-937-2038 stapletonelementary.com

district 2

daphne east elementary26651 County Road 13, Daphne251-626-1663 daphneeast.org

daphne elementary 2307 Main St., Daphne251-626-2424 daphneelementary.com

daphne high 9300 E. Lawson Road, Daphne251-626-8787 daphnehs.com

daphne middle1 Jody Davis Circle, Daphne 251-626-2845 daphnemiddleschool.com

W.J. carroll intermediate 1000 Main St., Daphne 251-626-0277 wjcintermediate.com

district 3

c. F. taylor alternative school 19150 Wilters, Robertsdale251-947-4415

central baldwin middle school 24545 Highway 59, Robertsdale251-947-2327 centralbaldwinmiddle.com

elsanor elementary 23440 U.S. Highway 90, Robertsdale251-947-5401 elsanorschool.com

loxley elementary 4999 S. Magnolia St., Loxley251-964-5334 loxleyelementary.com

robertsdale elementary 1 Cub Drive, Robertsdale251-947-4003 robertsdaleelementary.com

robertsdale high 1 Golden Bear Drive, Robertsdale 251-947-4154 robertsdalehigh.com

rosinton elementary 19757 County Road 64, Robertsdale 251-964-5210 rosinton.com

south baldwin center for technology 19200 Carolina St., Robertsdale251-947-5041 sbctschool.com

silverhill elementary 15800 Fourth Ave., Silverhill 251-945-5188 silverhillelementary.com

district 4

elberta elementary 25820 U.S. Highway 98, Elberta 251-986-5888 elbertaelementary.com

elberta middle 13355 Main St., Elberta 251-986-8127 elbertamiddle.com

Foley elementary 450 N. Cedar St., Foley 251-943-8861 foleyelementary.com

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Foley intermediate 2000 S. Cedar St., Foley 251-943-1244 foleyintermediate.org

Foley middle 200 N. Oak St., Foley251-943-1255 foleymiddle.com

magnolia school 1 Jaguar Loop, Foley251-965-6200 magnoliaschoolk6.com

summerdale school 400 E. Broadway St., Summerdale251-989-6850 summerdaleschool.com

swift consolidated 6330 Bon Secour Highway, Bon Secour251-949-6422 swiftschool.org

district 5

gulf shores elementary 1600 E. 3rd Ave., Gulf Shores 251-968-7375 gsesdolphins.com

gulf shores high 600 E. 15th Ave., Gulf Shores 251-968-4747 gs-hs.com

gulf shores middle 450 E. 15th Ave., Gulf Shores 251-968-8719 gsmsdolphins.com

orange beach elementary 4900 Wilson Blvd., Orange Beach251-981-5662 orangebeachelementary.com

district 6

Fairhope elementary 408 N. Section St., Fairhope251-928-8400 fairhopeelementary.com

Fairhope high 1 Pirate Drive, Fairhope251- 928-8309 fairhopehs.com

Fairhope intermediate 1101 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope 251-928-7841 fairhopeintermediate.com

Fairhope middle 2 Pirate Drive, Fairhope 251-928-2573 fairhopems.com

J. larry newton school 9761 County Road 32, Fairhope251-990-3858 jlnewtonschool.com

district 7

rockwell elementary 10183 U.S. Highway 31, Spanish Fort251-626-5528 rockwellelem.org

spanish Fort elementary 30900 Highway 225, Spanish Fort251-626-9751 spanishfortelementary.com

spanish Fort high 1 Plaza de Toros Drive, Spanish Fort 251-625-3259 spanishforttoros.org

spanish Fort middle 33899 Jimmy Faulkner Drive, Spanish Fort 251-625-3271 spanishfortmiddle.com

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City Infobay minette, al 36507baY minette citY hall 301 D’Olive St. • 251-580-1619 • cityofbayminette.orgmayor Robert “Bob” Wills, [email protected] council:district 1, Danleigh Corbett, [email protected] 2, Kathy Dobbins, [email protected] 3, John W. Biggs, [email protected] 4, Dollie Mims, [email protected] 5, Chris Norman, [email protected] clerk Rita Findley, [email protected]• Bay Minette City Council meets the first and third Mondays at 6 p.m. at city hall. Work sessions are held at 5 p.m. the same days.

John F. rhodes civic center 301 D’Olive St. • 251-580-1619baY minette area senior center 300 N. Hoyle Ave. • 251-580-8484baY minette citY librarY 205 W. Second St. • 251-580-1648 • bayminettepubliclibrary.org

baY minette Police dePartment 300 N. Hoyle Ave. No. 4 • 251-580-2559Police chief Clarence Crook, [email protected]

Fire dePartment stations Fort beveridge station, U.S. Highway 31 • 251-580-1618 station 2, Bay Minette BypassFire chief Mike Minchew, [email protected]

daphne, al 36526daPhne citY hall 1705 Main St. • 251-621-9000 • daphneal.commayor Dane Haygood, [email protected] council:district 1, Tommie Conaway, [email protected] 2, Pat Rudicell, [email protected] 3, John L. Lake, [email protected] 4, Randy Fry, [email protected] 5, Ron Scott, [email protected] 6, Robin LeJeune, [email protected] 7, Joe Davis III, [email protected] clerk Rebecca Hayes, [email protected]• The City Council has a work session at 6:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month and regular meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Mondays.

daPhne civic center 2603 U.S. Highway 98 • 251-626-5300 • daphneal.com/civiccenter/mainnew.aspdaPhne Public librarY Whispering Pines Road and U.S. Highway 98 • 251-621-2818 • daphneal.com/librarydaPhne senior center 2605 U.S. Highway 98 • 251-621-3703 • daphneal.com/seniors

Police dePartment 1502 U.S. Highway 98 • 251-621-9100 • daphnepolice.orgPolice chief David Carpenter

Fire dePartment stationsmain station no. 2, 28280 N. Main St. • 251-621-2802volunteer station no. 1, 1707 Sixth St. • 251-621-2801station no. 3, 8945 Lawson Road • 251-621-2803station 4, 30150 Green Court • 251-621-2804belforest station, 25490 County Road 54 West • 251-626-8020Fire chief James White

elberta, al 36530elberta toWn hall 13052 Main St. • 251-986-5995 • TownOfElberta.commayor Marvin Williams, [email protected] • 13431 County Road 87 • 251-986-5176 • Cell: 251-978-8807town council:Place 1, Alma Doege, [email protected], 251-986-5201Place 2, Jim Hamby, [email protected], 251-752-5848Place 3, Michael Hudson, [email protected], 251-752-1339Place 4, Betty Wood, [email protected], 251-986-5101Place 5, Don Koontz Sr., [email protected], 251-223-6654town clerk, Sandy Germany, [email protected] • Home: 251-943-5956 •

Cell: 251-747-0536• Elberta Town Council holds a work session on the third Tuesday at 6 p.m. The council meeting follows after a short break.

elberta civic center 251-986-5995elberta senior center 24488 Kichler Circle North • 251-986-2470

elberta Police dePartment 13062 County Road 83 • 251-986-5300 • Cell: 251-923-8639Police chief Stan DeVane, [email protected]

elberta Fire dePartment 13120 Chicago St. • 251-986-5805 • elbertafire.com

Fairhope, al 36532FairhoPe citY hall 161 N. Section St. • 251-928-2136 • cofairhope.commayor Tim Kant, tim.kant@ cofairhope.comcity council:Kevin Boone, kevin.boone@ cofairhope.comDiana Brewer, Diana.brewer@ cofairhope.comJack Burrell, jack.burrell@ cofairhope.comMike Ford, mike.ford@ cofairhope.comRich Mueller, rich.mueller@ cofairhope.comcity clerk Lisa A. Hanks• The City Council has work sessions at 4:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month and regular meetings at 6 p.m. those days.

FairhoPe civic center 161 N. Section St. • 251-990-0130 or 251-929-1479James P. niX senior activitY center 1 Bayou Drive • 251-928-2835FairhoPe Public librarY 501 Fairhope Ave. • 251-928-7483 • fairhopelibrary.org

FairhoPe Police dePartment 107 N. Section St. • 251-928-2385Police chief Joe Petties

Fire dePartment stations 251-990-0143 • fairhopevfd.orgleo Keller station 1, Ingleside Driveroy White station 2, Thompson Hall Roadles bung station 3, H.L. “Sonny” Callahan Airportbarnwell, 8587 U.S. Highway 98 • 251-928-9732Fire chief Chris Ellis

Foley, al 36535FoleY citY hall 407 E. Laurel Ave. • 251-943-1545 • cityoffoley.orgmayor John Koniar, [email protected] council:district 1/council president, J. Wayne Trawick, [email protected] 2, Vera J. Quaites, [email protected] 3, Ralph J. Hellmich, [email protected] 4, C. Rick Blackwell, [email protected] 5, Charles J. Ebert III, [email protected] clerk Vickey Southern• The Foley City Council meets the first and third Mondays at 5:30 p.m. A work session precedes the regular meetings, beginning at 4 p.m.

civic center 407 E. Laurel Ave. • 251-943-1545FoleY senior center 304 E. Rose Ave. • 251-943-1877 • [email protected] Public librarY 319 E. Laurel Ave. • 251-943-8637 • foleylibrary.org

FoleY Police dePartment 200 E. Section Ave. • 251-952-4010Police chief David Wilson

Fire dePartment 120 W. Verbena Ave. • 251-943-1266Fire chief Joseph Darby

gulf shores, al 36542gulF shores citY hall 1905 W. First St. • 251-968-1125 • gulfshoresal.govmayor Robert Craft, [email protected] council:Place 1, Joe Garris


City InfoPlace 2, Carolyn DoughtyPlace 3, Philip HarrisPlace 4, Jason DykenPlace 5, Steve JonesCity Clerk Wanda Parris, [email protected]• Gulf Shores City Council has a work session at 4 p.m. on the first and third Mondays. The regular meetings are the second and fourth Mondays at 4 p.m.

erie h. meYer civic center 1930 W. Second St. • 251-968-1173harrY roberts communitY house and senior center 300 E. 16th Ave. • 251-968-1434thomas b. norton librarY 221 W. 19th Ave. • 251-968-1176 • gulfshoresal.gov/library

gulF shores Police dePartment 220 Clubhouse Drive • 251-968-2431Police chief Edward J. Delmore

gulF shores Fire rescue gulfshoresfirerescue.orgFire station 1, 1921 W. 1st St. • 251-968-7422Fire station 2, West Beach and 11thFire station 3, 12105 Alabama 180 (Fort Morgan Road)oyster bay, 4590 County Road 6 • 251-968-6161Fire chief Hartly Brokenshaw

loxley, al 36551loXleY toWn hall 1089 S. Hickory St. • 251-964-5162 • townofloxley.orgmayor Billy Middletontown council:Katherine Q. BreedenKasey ChildressJeffrey T. KnightRichard L. TealRichard Lee Wilsontown clerk Melissa Lawrence, [email protected]• The Loxley Town Council meets the second Monday of the month at 6 p.m. A work session is held the last Monday of the month at 6 p.m.

loXleY civic center Municipal Park Drive • 251-964-7733 • 251-747-0263

loXleY Police dePartment 2139 E. Relham Ave. • 251-964-5400Police chief Chip Cason loXleY Fire dePartment 1089 S. Hickory St. • 251-964 5696Fire chief Tim Curry

magnolia springs, al 36555magnolia sPrings toWn hall 12191 Magnolia Springs Highway • Phone: 251-965-9888 • Fax: 251-965-9889 • townofmagnoliasprings.orgmayor Kenneth D. Underwood, Cell: 251-979-5570, [email protected] council:Place 1, Dottie Johnson, Home: 251-965-7851Place 2, Jim May, Home: 251-943-2881Place 3, Bob Holk, Cell: 251-978-0920Place 4, Tom Webb, Home: 251-965-6228Place 5, Ben Dylema, Cell: 251-213-4703town clerk Karen S. Biel• Magnolia Springs Town Council meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. There is a work session on the second Tuesday at 5 p.m.

Public librarY 12440 Magnolia Ave. • 251-965-2305

baldWin countY sheriFF’s dePartment 251-937-0202magnolia sPrings Fire dePartment 14809 Gates Ave. • 251-965-7808

orange beach, al 36561orange beach citY hall 4099 Orange Beach Blvd • 251-981-6979 • cityoforangebeach.commayor Tony Kennon, [email protected] city council:Place 1, Al Bradley, [email protected]

Place 2, Jeff Boyd, [email protected] 3, Jerry Johnson, [email protected] 4, Jeffrey H. Silvers, [email protected] 5, Joni Blalock, [email protected] clerk Cathy Constantino, [email protected]• Orange Beach City Council meets the first and third Tuesday at 5 p.m. There is a work session at 5 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday.

orange beach civic center 23101 Canal Road • 251-981-6629communitY center 27235 Canal Road • 251-981-6028senior activitY center 26251 Canal Road • 251-981-3440orange beach Public librarY 26267 Canal Road • 251-981-2923

Police dePartment and Jail 4480 Orange Beach Blvd. • 251-981-9777Police chief William “Billy” V. Wilkins Sr.

Fire dePartment stationsFire station 1, 25853 John Snook Drive • 251-981-6398Fire station 2, 27280 Canal Road • 251-981- 2635ono island Fire department 251-980-5147Fire chief Shane Phillips

Perdido beach, al 36530Perdido beach toWn hall 9212 County Road 97 • 251-962-2200 • townofperdidobeach.orgmayor Patsy Parker, [email protected] council:Place 1, Andy Holk, [email protected] 2, Gary Fishbein, [email protected] 3, Sean Hickey, [email protected] 4, Priscilla Thornton Condon, [email protected] Place 5, Ellen McDonald-Leslie, [email protected] clerk Lynn Thompson, [email protected]• The Town Council meets at 6 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month. There is a work session at 4:30 p.m. the same day.

baldWin countY sheriFF dePartment 251-937-0202

Perdido beach volunteer Fire dePartment 8450 Escambia Ave. • 251-961-7116

robertsdale, al 36567robertsdale citY hall 22647 Racine St. • 251-947-8900 • robertsdale.orgmayor Charles H. Murphy, [email protected] council:Joseph KitchensSue CooperRuthie CampbellPaul HollingsworthBrent Kendrickcity clerk Shannon Ellison, [email protected]

PZK hall 17933 State Highway 104 • 251-947-8973g.P. thames senior citiZens center 22651 E. Chicago St. • 251-947-8973robertsdale Public librarY 18301 Pennsylvania St. • 251-947-8960

robertsdale Police dePartment 23335 N. Chicago St. • 251-947-2222Police chief Brad Kendrick

robertsdale volunteer Fire dePartment 22575 St. Paul St. • 251-947-8941Fire chief Michael Lucas

silverhill, al 36576silverhill toWn hall 15965 Silverhill Ave. • 251-945-5198 • silverhillalabama.commayor Timothy C. Wilson town council:Shirley StephensWayne Gruenloh


Jared LylesMike Allegri Jr.Bert Jonestown clerk Patricia Bankester, [email protected] • The Council meets the first and third Mondays of every month, work session at 6 p.m., regular meeting at 6:30 p.m.

oscar Johnson memorial librarY 21967 Sixth St. • 251-945-5201

silverhill Police dePartment 22030 Sixth St. • 251-945-5200Police chief Kim Wasdin

silverhill volunteer Fire dePartment 22031 Sixth St. • 251-945-3252Fire chief Gary Patrick

spanish Fort, al 36527sPanish Fort citY hall 7581 Spanish Fort Blvd. (U.S. Highway 31) • 251-626-4884 • cityofspanishfort.commayor Michael M. McMillan, [email protected] council:district 1, R. Curtis “Curt” Smith, [email protected] 2, Dennis D. Dismuke, [email protected] 3, Bobby J. Fortenberry, [email protected] 4, Clewis “J.R.” Smith, Jr., [email protected] 5, Mary Brabner, [email protected] clerk Mary Lynn Willliams• The City Council holds work sessions at 5 p.m. on the first and third Mondays at City Hall. The regular meetings follow on the same nights at 6 at The Gathering Place, located at 6530 Spanish Fort Blvd.

sPanish Fort Police dePartment 30500 State Highway 181 No. 618 • 251-626-4914

Police chief David Edgar

sPanish Fort Fire rescue 251-626-8876 • spanishfortfire.orgFire chief Roger FewFirehouse 1, 7580 Spanish Fort Blvd.Firehouse 2, 10628 U.S. Highway 31

summerdale, al 36580summerdale toWn hall 502 W. Lee Ave. • 251-989-6202 • summerdalealabama.commayor Mayor David Wilson, [email protected] council:Place 1, Myles BishopPlace 2, Norma Wilson GilesPlace 3, Mary Carolyn McDanielPlace 4, Travis TownsendPlace 5, Cheryl Wallace Stewarttown clerk Tiffany Lynn• Summerdale Town Council meets the second Monday at 6 p.m. A work session is held at 6 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the regular council meeting.

summerdale communitY center 300 W. Jackson • 251-989-6626marJorie Younce snooK Public librarY 202 W. Broadway • 251-989-2011 • summerdalelibrary.com

summerdale Police dePartment 502 W. Lee Ave. • 251-989-6446Police chief James “Jimmy” Davis Jr.

Fire dePartment stationsmarlow-Fish river Fire department, 13355 County Road 32 • 251-988-8127summerdale volunteer Fire department, 105 W. Broadway • 251-989-6723Fire chief John W. Resmondo

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Church Directory3circle church Eastern Shore Campus10274 Highway 104, Fairhope 251-990-31123circlechurch.com Sunday Services - 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m.

ascension lutheran (lcms) church8888 County Road 64, Daphne251-626-7500251-295-4315 cellourdaphnechurch.org

christian life the island church25550 Canal Road, Orange Beach251-967-4840christianlifechurch.tvSunday Services - 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m.Wednesday Service - 6 p.m.

christ Presbyterian church 8450 Whispering Pines Road, Daphne251-621-9444

church of inner light(aka Angels Nest Wedding Chapel)43530 Jones Road, Bay Minette251-689-9805

exciting First baptist gulf shores“Knowing Christ and making Him known!”2200 W. 1st St., Gulf Shores251-968-7369fbcgulf.com“Blended Worship”with Praise Choir, soloists, Worship teams and Orchestra/Seasonal and Evangelistic Events - 8:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m.Vertical - 11 a.m.Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.Wednesday Night Bible Study - 6 p.m.

Faith Family Fellowship7100 Spanish Fort Blvd., Spanish Fort251-626-1379faithfamilyonline.comSunday School - 9:15 a.m.Worship - 10:30 a.m.Wednesday and Sunday Night Activities

Fairhope christian churchDisciples of Christ349 Fairwood Blvd.251-928-8495fairhopechristianchurch.orgSundaySunday School - 9:30 a.m.Worship - 10:30 a.m. Fellowship - 11:30 a.m.

Fairhope community church329 South Greeno Road, Fairhope251-990-4442fairhopecommunitychurch.orgRev. David L. StookeySunday School - 9:30 a.m.Sunday Worship - 10:15 a.m.Wednesday Youth - 5:30 p.m.Wednesday Adult prayer/Bible Study - 6:15 p.m.

Fairhope united methodist church155 S. Section St., Fairhope251-928-1148fairhopeumc.org Sunday Traditional Worship - 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m., Sanctuary The Gathering Contemporary Worship - 11 a.m., CLC Gym

First baptist church of Fairhope300 S. Section St., Fairhope 251-928-8685fbcfairhope.org Sunday Worship - 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 6 p.m.Several weekly activities

First baptist of lillian34421 Barclay Ave., Lillian251-962-2180firstbaptistlillian.org

First baptist church of loxley1050 N. Alabama St., Loxley251-964-5261fbcloxley.comSunday School - 9:15 a.m.Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m.Sunday Evenings - 5 p.m.Wednesday Evening - 6:30 p.m.

First baptist church, silverhill15898 Silverhill Ave., Silverhill251-945-5182251-945-1696 faxfbcsilverhill.org

First christian church of robertsdaleCorner of Racine and Nebraska, Robertsdale251-947-7772Tom Stevenson850-982-5006

gulf shores united methodist church1900 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores251-968-2411gulfshoresumc.org Traditional Worship - 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship - 9:45 a.m.

holy spirit episcopal church616 Ft. Morgan Road, Gulf Shores251-968-5988holyspiritep.comSunday Worship - 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m.Wednesday Worship - 6 p.m.

orange beach united methodist church28751 Canal Road, Orange Beach251-981-6751orangebeachumc.orgSundayWorship - Contemporary - 8:30 a.m.Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.Traditional Service - 10:30 a.m.WednesdayFellowship Dinner - 5 p.m.Adult Bible Studies - 6 p.m.Communion & Prayer - 7 p.m.

spanish Fort united methodist church6690 Spanish Fort Blvd., Spanish FortMailing Address and Church Office: 6530 Spanish Fort Blvd., Spanish Fort251-626-1334spanishfortumc.orgTraditional Service - 8:45 a.m. Contemporary Service - 11:00 a.m.

st. Francis at the Point anglican churchScenic Highway 98, Point Clear251-928-1255stfrancisatthepoint.orgSunday Services - 10 a.m., 6 p.m.The Rev. Gary R Blaylock, Rector

st. Paul’s lutheran church400 North Alston St., Foley251-943-6931stpaulsfoley.comSunday Service - 10 a.m.Sunday Bible Study - 8:30 a.m.Thursday Bible Study - 10:30 a.m.

swift Presbyterian church23208 Swift Church Road, Foley251-943-8367swiftchurch.org Sunday Worship - 8 a.m., 10 a.m.

the Word of god revival center312 Powell Ave., Bay Minette251-937-3799

The road ahead

T his is an exciting time for Baldwin County, es-pecially in Foley’s Forward City, where several new developments are setting the pace for the county’s future.

The City of Fairhope will open a 10-field soccer com-plex on 40 acres on the corner of Manley Road and County Road 13 by the fall of 2014. The city hopes it will be able to host the Alabama High School Athletic Association’s state soccer tournament as well as SEC and NAIA tournaments.

In Spanish Fort, a new Community Center will in-clude a library, a multi-purpose facility, administrative offices a Baldwin Area Transportation System terminal and a senior center.

Robertsdale will have a Walmart SuperCenter in July of 2014. The store is located at the intersection of High-way 59 and County Road 48.

The new store in Robertsdale will join five other Walmart Supercenter locations in Baldwin County – Bay Minette, Daphne, Fairhope, Foley and Gulf Shores — along with a Walmart Marketplace store located in Orange Beach.

The city of Foley is living up to its nickname of the Forward City with quite a number of coming additions.

The most notable is the plan for Blue Collar Country, an entertainment destination that will sit on more than 500 acres of land at the intersection of County Road 20 and Foley Beach Expressway. Although developers still haven’t made a formal announcement, partner and en-tertainer Tony Orlando confirms the endeavor and pro-jecting a 2015 opening of the site. Developers say the facility will include hotels, restaurants, an indoor water park and veterans’ plaza.

Adjacent to Blue Collar will be a Foley City Sports Complex. The city’s sports complex will include 12

multi-use outdoor fields, as well as a 100,000-square-foot sports and events center.

The 100,000-square-foot multi-purpose Foley Events Center will be situated adjacent to the outdoor fields and can be configured to provide enough room for 12 vol-leyball courts or 6 basketball courts. An indoor/outdoor stage will be located on the east end of the events center.

In conjunction with those projects, the city is current-ly working on plans for a trolley system that will travel to key points, like Tanger Outlets, the Sports Complex, Blue Collar Country and the Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermen’s Market, which opened in October on County Road 20 and is already in expansion plans.

Yet another related project is the plan to expand Pride Drive east of Alabama Highway 59, with adjoin-ing streets such as Juniper set for improvements, as well. This is set to provide an approximate straight car ride from Foley High School to the Foley Beach Expressway.

At the end of May, ground broke for Foley’s Centenni-al Plaza in Heritage Park. The plaza, which will include a 52-foot musical clock tower, is set to serve as a monu-ment to honor the 100-year anniversary of the Forward City’s incorporation on Jan. 8, 1915. The Centennial Pla-za is expected to be completed before December 2014.

Not far from the Plaza will be the city’s pedestrian bridge. The 12-foot-wide structure will cross over North McKenzie Street, bringing pedestrians into Heritage Park.

The city of Foley is also working to bring its own dog park to the downtown area. While those plans are still developing, the park is expected to be housed on Orange Street, next to the city’s new municipal-employee clinic.

Also planned for Foley are efforts to provide 2.8 miles of bicycle lanes, 12.9 miles of shared-use paths and 1.9 miles of completed streets.

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More Than Just A Christmas Store

4213 HALLS MILLS RD.MOBILE, AL 36693

251-661-3608www.robertmoorechristmastown.com

OpenMon - Sat 10am-5pm

The finest care is more affordable than ever.The Blake at Malbis is an exceptional community for:

Assisted Living • Memory Care • Respite Care

Onsite physical therapy clinic

Beautiful enclosed courtyards

Plentiful outings and activities

Spacious living and recreation quarters

Delicious dining options

Even a dog park for our residents’furry friends!

Conveniently located near Eastern Shore Centre, I-10 and Highway 18111626 U.S. Highway 90, Daphne, Alabama 36526

251-625-6400 www.blakeliving.com email [email protected]

Call to schedule a tour of our community – stay for lunch as our guest!

Retooled. We helped Bubba get back to business.The cushioning cartilage in Bubba’s knee had worn away. “The pain was awful,” he said. “I couldn’t keep up with my grandchildren, or walk through the plant without stopping. So my doctor and I talked about knee replacement options. When he told me South Baldwin’s computer equipment allowed them to align the joints with extreme accuracy, that was good enough for me.” Bubba was up and walking the day after his surgery. “I’ve already been to Disney World® with my grandkids, and you know how much walking that takes. My bone-on-bone pain is G-O-N-E gone!”

To learn more about surgical services at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, visit SouthBaldwinRMC.com/surgicalservices.

Robert W. “Bubba” LeeChairman of the Board

Vulcan, Inc.

Patient results may vary. Before you decide on surgery, discuss treatment options with your doctor. Understanding the risks and benefits of each treatment can help you make the best decision for your individual situation.

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