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Supporting the Spirited Child
Your guide to autumn fun in Mobile and beyond!
Discover 10 tips for dealing with your dramatic youngster.
On The Cover Helen Milling (4), daughter of Jeremy and Myrtle Milling, and little sister to Jeb (16), Emilia (14) and Lee (11). Proud grandparents are Lee and Helen Robinson and Bert and Pris Milling. Helen takes ballet and also enjoys playing with her dolls and swinging on her swing set.
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MomOfTheMonth Pumpkins, gourds, new marigolds in the flower beds, after school sports, and football on the TV...these are the things most people think of as fall rolls around. But in the Milling house, it’s costumes that dominate our family’s dinner table conversation! August never meant back-to-school for us. August meant back to costumes! Cowboys, Indians, princesses, Ninja Turtles, just plain ninjas, every Marvel super hero under the sun, and cupcakes (yes, cupcakes!) are just a few of the costumes on our inexhaustible list. I think we have a costume for everything. So much so that when my oldest son was asked to be my sister’s ring bearer, his response was a glib, “Great, already got the costume!” Often they wore any combination of the above creating Photo by Hannnah Stinson Photography. fictional characters in the process. We had ninja pirates, pirate princesses, and mermaid pirates just to name a few. So August is when they would start with the questions: “Mom, can you teach me to sew by October?” I’d roll my eyes and take a deep breath. “Sure,” or the dreaded, “We’ll see,” being the invariable answer. Just as our oldest three were starting to move on from dressing up, along came Helen. On St. Patrick’s Day 2010 we were blessed with another child...the late-comer. The poor dear never stood a chance. Just as her brothers and sister were growing up, Helen became the one thing they could still dress up. All of their imaginations, fantasies and schoolyard jokes were projected onto their little sister. Helen became their model and mannequin. So Helen’s first Halloween arrives, and what is she? A leprechaun. Shocker, I know, with the St. Patrick’s Day birthday. Her siblings even attached a black cauldron to the front of her stroller and called it the pot of gold! The next year it was Little Bo Peep, with her older sister going as Bo Peep’s lost sheep. Then followed cotton candy (Helen is affectionately called Cotton by her godfather). And last year, she was a cupcake. It was big, pink, sweet, and round in the middle. This year the older kids are lobbying for Helen as the perfect “toddler in a tiara.” Cringe. But who knows? Maybe this time next year we’ll all be laughing about it. Our family has been through so many crazy costumes, but it has also brought us so many happy memories. The “costume craze” in the Milling house is truly a family bonding experience. We all plan together, create together and laugh together. These are wonderful family moments our children will cherish for the rest of their lives. Finding moments to bond as a family is very important. If costumes don’t do the trick, then read this month’s article, Bonding Time - 10 Easy Ways to Bring Your Family Back Together. You are sure to find some creative ideas for family time! I also recommend you check out the Fall Festivities & Halloween Fun Guide in this month’s issue. Here you will find plenty of outings to participate in as a family, including pumpkin patches, art festivals, trunk-or-treats, hay rides and much, much more to fill your October calendar! I hope you enjoy this issue as much as we have enjoyed being a part of it. Happy Fall!
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Don’t Allow Fear to Interfere with Parenting Decisions Q: For the first five years of her life, it was just me and my now 13-year-old daughter. I didn’t have a clue as to what I was doing. I wasn’t consistent; I didn’t hold her accountable; I was an enabler. Her behavior toward me became increasingly disrespectful. My second husband tried to open my eyes, but I was in complete denial. Finally, in her pre-teen years, I started to hold her accountable and tried my best to be more consistent. Now, when she disrespects me I take privileges away, assign her extra chores, and send her to her room for the rest of the day. That seems to work, but only for a few days. Then it’s back to square one. Things are especially awful after she spends time with her dad. Lately she’s been yelling that I don’t love her and she’s going to live with her dad once she turns fourteen. I recently went to take away her IPod for a day for defiant behavior. She threw the IPod down, causing it to break, which she blamed me for. Considering I can’t take her IPod away anymore, should
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I come up with a different consequence or is not allowing her to replace the broken one enough? I’m tempted to empty her room of everything she owns, but I wonder if that’s going too far, if it will completely destroy any chance of a relationship with her. HELP!
A: You’re obviously suffering from what I call “interFEARence,” meaning that you are allowing fear to interfere with making good parenting decisions. The fears include her going to live with her dad, her hating you for life, and imposing unreasonable consequences. Your fears are actually causing you to use consequences in an ineffective manner. Taking her IPod away for ONE WHOLE DAY is a good example. I refer to this sort of disciplinary approach, which is commonplace these days, as “trying to stop a charging elephant with a flyswatter.” Pulling your disciplinary “punches” in this fashion gives your daughter permission to abuse you and generally run roughshod over you. Predictably, her defiance and disrespect are worsening and will continue to do so until you put the proverbial hammer down. And yes, when you put the hammer down, things
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will get worse...for a while. After all, she has learned that if she ramps up her disrespect, you act fearful and insecure and begin questioning your own judgment. The old adage applies: Things get worse before they get better. Your daughter needs to see that you (1) will no longer tolerate her disrespect and defiance, (2) have no problem using large, meaningful consequences, and (3) stand your ground proudly in the face of her irrational reaction. You already know what you need to do, but fear is holding you back. When she’s at school tomorrow, strip her room down to bare essentials. Remove everything and anything that she highly values, including favorite clothing and take her door off her room. When she comes home, tell her, calmly but firmly, that this is the way she is going to live until she has demonstrated respect for your authority for one straight month. That’s one entire month of no episodes. When the firestorm begins, just shrug your shoulders and walk away. If my experience serves me well, this will begin to slowly turn things around. It will create a situation where she begins to develop new habits toward you and feel grateful for all the good things you represent in her life. Family psychologist John Rosemond answers parents’ questions on his website at www.rosemond.com.
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Area Residents Go the Distance for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®
8th Annual Wine Festival
The 8th annual Wine Festival at 5 Rivers will be Thursday, October 16 from 5:308:30 p.m. One of the largest wine tastings on the Gulf Coast, including fabulous wines from all over the world, hors d’oeuvres from the best restaurants from both sides of the bay, and a silent wine auction loaded with hard to resist items. All proceeds from this evening of fine wines and wonderful food will benefit the work of Catholic Social Services, with administrative offices located at 400 Government Street in Mobile. Catholic Social Services’ ministries include Adoption and Pregnancy Services, Emergency Services through the Service Center, 2B Choices for Women, Clinical Counseling, Apostolate for Persons with Disabilities, Refugee Resettlement, Disaster Relief and the Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy. Please visit www.winefestivalat5rivers.com for more information.
On Saturday, Nov. 22, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® is hosting the St. Jude Give thanks. Walk.™ in 65 communities nationwide, including Mobile & Baldwin County, to support children fighting cancer and other deadly diseases with pioneering research and exceptional care. The local St. Jude Give thanks. Walk. will take place at the Eastern Shore Centre and feature family friendly activities such as live music, face painting, photo booth and a free buffet breakfast, courtesy of Wintzell’s Oyster House, from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Registration is free, but participants are forming teams and raising money online at givethankswalk.org to earn incentives. These efforts support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude. Be sure to also “like” the Alabama St. Jude Facebook page to receive the latest updates.
Cardboard City: An Inside Look at Homelessness
Residents of Mobile and surrounding communities will experience living inside a cardboard box on October 25 as they participate in creating awareness and raising funds for families experiencing homelessness at the 2014 Cardboard City. Cardboard City, an event which supports Sybil H. Smith Family Village and Family Promise of Coastal Alabama, two agencies working to eradicate homelessness in Mobile County, is set to take place on Saturday, October 25 at 7 p.m. at the Alabama School of Mathematics and Science at Dauphin and Ann Streets. Participants bring their own cardboard boxes and pay “rent” of $100 per box to erect their box in the field. Participants are encouraged to decorate their cardboard boxes to compete for a prize for the most creatively decorated box. Those who are unable to spend the night at Cardboard City but wish to contribute in some way may attend the activities at 7 p.m. or donate online. For more information, visit www. cardboardcitymobile.com.
Sunny Side Theatre Presents “Treasure Island”
Sunny Side Theatre presents “Treasure Island” October 17-19, Friday at 7:00 p.m., Saturday at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Join us for this classic retelling of the swashbuckling Long John Silver and his encounter with Jim Hawkins and the rest of the crew. Tickets are $11 adults, $9 students ages 13-19, and $6 for kids 12 & under. Performances are at Moorer Center for Performing Arts (on St. Luke’s Upper School campus) at 1400 University Boulevard. For more information, call Owner/Director Chris Paragone at 251-510-1808. Mobile Bay Parents I October 2014
Puzzle Piece Dash
The 2nd Annual Puzzle Piece Dash 5K Run/Walk and Children’s Fun Run, benefitting The Learning Tree and The Autism Society of Alabama will take place on Saturday, November 15. The race begins and ends at The Little Tree Preschool located at 1176 Azalea Road, Mobile. The 5K Run/Walk starts at 8 am and Children’s Fun Run starts at 9 a.m. Registration is $25 per person for the 5K Run/Walk and $10 for the Children’s Fun Run. Proceeds of the event will fund educational and support programs in the Mobile area. For more information, call Kerrie Benson, 251-610-4969 or Paige Norris, 251-654-2144. Registration is also available at www.active.com. 6
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American Heritage Girls and Trail Life USA Meet Under One Roof
American Heritage Girls Troop #0252 and Trail Life USA Troop #19 have started in Mobile! These two national organizations are meeting at Christ Fellowship Baptist Church, 445 Azalea Road Mobile on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. This Charter Partnership is great for families of both girls and boys. American Heritage Girls offers badge programs, service projects, girl leadership opportunities, and outdoor experiences to its members. Find out more about the AHG Program at ahgonline.org or contact the Troop Coordinator, Beth Quave at 251-666-2741 or bethquave@gmail.com. Trail Life USA is a Christian adventure, character, and leadership program for young men. The K-12 program centers on outdoor experiences that build a young man’s skills and allow him to grow on a personal level and as a role model and leader for his peers. Living the Trail Life is a journey established on timeless values derived from the Bible. See more at: www. traillifeusa.com . Contact Troop Master Jason Quave at 228-238-1097 or jnbquave@bellsouth.net.
Goodwill Easter Seals' Walk With Me
Goodwill Easter Seals' annual Walk With Me is October 11 at Hank Aaron Stadium. Registration is at 8 a.m., followed by a 9 a.m. kick off and 1-mile walk. Receive a free T-shirt with a $10 donation; children 12 and under are admitted free. Participants and teams will join Easter Seals staff, clients and families in a walk for children and adults with autism and other disabilities. Participants will join hundreds of other passionate citizens for a day of fun, entertainment and, of course, our signature walk. There will be live music, refreshments and children's activities. Visit www.walkwithme.org/mobile for more information.
Out of the Darkness Walk to Benefit Suicide Prevention
The City of Daphne will host the Fourth Annual Out of the Darkness Community Walk on Sunday, October 19th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The net proceeds from the Out of the Darkness Walk will benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Each walk site has its own unique remembrance activity in which you can participate to honor a loved one. A memory wall will be set up at the Daphne Walk so pictures, poems and messages can be displayed. There will also be music, food, informational booths and speakers. If you would like to form a team, join a team or walk on your own, and/or donate, please go to www.outofthedarkness.org. For further information, please email Lydia at jlbarber5@bellsouth.net.
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Down Syndrome Society’s 7th Annual Buddy Walk
The Down Syndrome Society of Mobile County will be hosting their 7th Annual Buddy Walk in Bienville Square, Downtown Mobile on Saturday, October 18 at 9 a.m. for registration and 10 a.m. walk begins. We will have live music by The Lizards, vendors, games for kids, face painting, food and more! The Buddy Walk is a one-mile walk to help promote awareness and inclusion of people with Down syndrome in our community. You can register to walk, join one of the teams, or you can create your own team at: http://www.ezeventsolutions.com/fr/DSSMC/2014BuddyWalk. Your registration includes a t-shirt and it's your ticket to enjoy all the activities. Deadline for sponsors and to guarantee your shirt is October 1st. https://www.facebook.com/dssmobileco.
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Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes
The Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes presented by Infirmary Health will take place on Saturday, October 11th at the University of South Alabama at the Moulton Bell Tower. Registration begins at the Bell Tower at 8:00 a.m. and the walk begins at 9:00 a.m. The-3 mile walk winds through the campus and back to the Bell Tower for the Health and Wellness Festival, the Healthy Kids Zone, live music, food, fun and more. Walkers are encouraged to preregister online, form a team, recruit team members and fundraise for the mission. All proceeds benefit the American Diabetes Association and its mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of those affected by diabetes. Please visit diabetes.org/mobilealstepout to register or contact Carole Grant at (251) 4231272 or cgrant@diabetes.org for more information.
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Gulf Coast Exploreum To Unveil Jerusalem IMAX Film And Exhibits
Take a journey around the world to one of history’s most diverse and colorful cities: Jerusalem. By way of a brand new IMAX film, exhibit and lecture series, the Gulf Coast Exploreum aims to bring a unique cultural experience to Mobile and surrounding areas. Through the National Geographic film, “Jerusalem”, visitors will travel to the famed city and see how the culture and everyday lives of three faiths are forever intertwined through tradition and history. Complementing the film are two exhibits: Cultural Artifacts from the Holy Land and Families of Abraham. Through Cultural Artifacts of the Holy Land, over 50 artifacts will be on display, dating back to the original settlement of Jerusalem through the 20th century. The artifacts are temporarily being loaned to the Exploreum by the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Families of Abraham, a contemporary photography exhibit, will also be featured, showcasing the everyday lives of families from Jewish, Muslim and Christian faiths. Narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch (“Star Trek into the Darkness,” PBS’s “Sherlock”), Jerusalem gives audiences a rare glimpse of the ancient, storied city, as well as exclusive access to iconic holy sites and little-known parts of the region— including the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the Dome of the Rock, the Jordan River, the Sea of Galilee, and the mountain fortress of Masada. Filmmakers were granted special permission in the region’s strict no-fly zone, enabling them to capture the first-ever large format aerial images of the Old City and the Holy Land.
“Screen on the Green During Halloween” Returns
It’s time to get out the blankets, lawn chairs, and popcorn! Join us for movies under the stars, as The Village of Spring Hill kicks off the second annual “Screen on the Green During Halloween” a FREE outdoor film festival!! Saturday, October 11th, come watch “It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown” (rated G) and “Monsters Inc.” (rated G) starting at 7 p.m. on the great lawn adjacent to the Avenue of the Oaks on the campus of Spring Hill College. Come dressed as your favorite ghost or goblin! There will be a costume contest for children ages 2-9. On Saturday, October 18th “Pet Sematary” (rated R) will be shown at 8 p.m. at Lavretta Park, and “Gremlins” (rated PG) will conclude the Halloween movie series on Saturday, October 25th, beginning at 7 p.m. at Lavretta Park. For more information on the movie series, please visit www.thevillageofspringhill.com or facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/TheVillageOfSpringHill.
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Inaugural Boots & BBQ Barn Bash Kicks Off at Camp Grace
The inaugural Boots & BBQ Barn Bash kicks off on Thursday, Oct. 2, to benefit the Children’s of Alabama’s Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic in Mobile. Guests are invited to enjoy an evening of live music and barbecue at Camp Grace, located at 11081 Wanda Drive. Festivities will start at 6:30 p.m., with live music from local country band, the Modern Eldorados. Guests are encouraged to wear their best pair of cowboy boots and enjoy s’mores, hayrides and bonfires. Moe’s Original Bar B Que will provide their award-winning barbecue and sides for dinner. The Boots & BBQ Barn Bash is presented by Children’s of Alabama and rheum4yal, an advocacy group that works with children across Alabama suffering from juvenile arthritis. Admission is $60 per person and $500 per table. To register online, visit www.tinyurl.com/Rheum4YalBarnBash. Please call (251) 510-8103 for more information.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of South Alabama
Just a few hours of your time at our non-competitive, 5K event will help bring a lifetime of change for people facing breast cancer and their families. Every Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (MSABC) event is an incredible and inspiring opportunity to unite as a community to honor breast cancer survivors, raise awareness about what we can do to reduce our breast cancer risk, and raise money to help the American Cancer Society fight the disease with breast cancer research, information and services, and access to mammograms for women who need them. Sign up today and let’s finish the fight against breast cancer. Join us on October 25 at 8:00a.m. at Mardi Gras Park, Downtown Mobile (Corner of Royal St and Church St). Please visit makingstrideswalk. org/mobileal for more information.
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One Fit Mobile Health Awareness Day
Join us on Saturday, October 11 from 9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in Bienville Square for One Fit Mobile Health Awareness Day. We are proud to partner up with The Color Run & Market on the Square. This day will consist of: Health & Fitness Vendors, 5K Run with The Color Run, Live Music, Exercise Display of fitness classes from local gyms, Health Screenings, Blood Drive, Keep Mobile Beautiful Walk & Clean-Up, Kids Zone and much more! Please visit www.onefitmobile.com or call (251) 633-6078 for more information.
Knockout Cancer Bass Benefit
The second annual Knockout Cancer Bass Benefit will take place on Saturday, Oct. 4 to benefit cancer research at Children’s of Alabama. Anglers and friends are invited to participate in the fishing tournament and enjoy a day full of entertainment at Live Oak Landing, located at State Highway 225, Stockton. All fishermen will receive a free T-shirt and lunch will be provided by Big Daddy’s. The event will honor Frances Grace Hirs, 14, of Fairhope. In February 2013, Frances Grace was diagnosed for the third time with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). She first fought cancer as a toddler, and she relapsed at age nine. Frances Grace, along with her parents and the staff at Live Oak Landing are raising money and awareness for the cancer clinic at Children's. Registration is $100 per person and includes a $10 lunker fee and launch fee. The first place winner will receive $1,000, and the second place winner will receive $700. Guaranteed payback applies to fishermen that rank third through tenth places. To register, please contact John Hall, president of Alabama Bass Federation at (251) 379-6390.
Anti-Bullying Week is October 13-17
The 2nd Annual Anti-Bullying Week is October 13-17. The Mobile County Coalition Against Bullying has designated this week to bring awareness to this national problem of bullying, which is a problem in Mobile County. We are encouraging all schools, businesses, and individuals to participate in the daily activities and buy the “Bullying Ends With Me” tee-shirts or bracelets to wear on Friday, October 17th. Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Bullies and Lady-Dogs Performance by South of the Salt Line Foundation at Bernheim Hall. For more information, contact Joy Logan jlogan@ crittentonyouthservices.com or Ann Sirmon at annsirmon@mobileda.org.
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The Grounds will host the 60th annual Greater Gulf State Fair from Oct. 24 – Nov. 2, 2014. This year’s Fair will feature a new theme “Celebrate the Coast,” which aims to host the best things about the Gulf Coast under one roof as well as more than 30 adult rides, 30 kid rides and a must-see entertainment line-up! The all-new entertainment line-up this year will be showcased in a new area called “The Grounds Experience.” This exclusive entertainment area is designed as a space to host different entertainment each year of the Fair. This year, in its Fair debut, “The Grounds Experience” will highlight unique entertainment experiences that embrace all things coastal including: • • • •
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Dyslexia Awareness Month Events in October
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Dyslexia is a learning disability that is neurobiological in origin and impacts reading, writing, and spelling. Attend one of the many events in our area this month to learn more about this learning disability! October 2 - 2nd Annual Lego Building Competition at Bright Beginnings School (1901 Schillinger Rd. S., Mobile) from 6-8 p.m. Registration is open to K-5th grade students. Competitor registration is $8 and non-competitor registration is $5. October 7 - Screening of "The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia" at 6 p.m. in the UMSWright Preparatory School Auditorium (65 Mobile Street, Mobile). This event is free and open to the public but donations will be collected for the Alabama Branch of the International Dyslexia Association. For more information, email Sonya Yates at syates@ums-wright.org. October 15 - To symbolize the fact that 1 in 5 people have dyslexia, the RSA Tower in downtown Mobile will be lit up in red for dyslexia awareness on 10/15. October 22 - Talk by Dr. Wiley, a specialist in ADHD, on attention & dyslexia at 6 p.m. in UMS-Wright Preparatory School Auditorium (65 Mobile Street, Mobile). This event is free and open to the public. For more info, email Sonya Yates at syates@ums-wright.org. October 24 - From 5:30-7:00 p.m., Trick or Treat for Dyslexia at B Boutique (30500 State highway 181, Spanish Fort)! Join us for the Eastern Shore Center's annual trick or treat event. Kids & adults are encouraged to dress up like famous dyslexics, and volunteers will be passing out dyslexia facts to all trick or treaters. 10% of sales from B Boutique on 10/24 will go toward the Alabama Branch of International Dyslexia Association. October 26 Screening of "The Journey Into Dyslexia" at The Crescent Theater (208 Dauphin Street, Mobile). Tickets are $15 and all proceeds go to support the Alabama Branch of the International Dyslexia Association. Visit http://www.crescenttheater.com/ for tickets and more information.
MAWSS Recognizes Winners of 2014 “Fun with Water” Watercolor Contest
Mobile Area Water & Sewer System (MAWSS) recognized the winners of the 2014 “Fun with Water” Watercolor Contest, August 8, during the LoDa ArtWalk at a ceremony held at Downtown Mobile Alliance. The annual contest encourages students to tap into their artistic side and depict the role that clean water plays in their daily lives. From left to right are Leah O’Rourke, grand prize winner, Theodore High School; Alena Wetter, 6th -8th grade winner, Dunbar Magnet School; MAWSS Director Charles Hyland; Catherine Chung, 3rd – 5th grade winner, Old Shell Road School; and Katelyn Atchison, K-2 winner, Semmes Elementary School. Not pictured is Briana Rucker, 9th -12th grade winner from Theodore High School. Winners received gift certificates to Bel Air Mall. In addition, the grand prize winner’s school also received a gift certificate. The winning artwork will hang in MAWSS’ lobby on Catherine St. It can also be viewed at www.mawss.com.
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What is This Rare Respiratory Virus the News is Talking About? In September, ABC News and Good Morning America first reported on a virus that was hospitalizing hundreds of children across 10 states. Since then, several news stations have reported on this rare Enterovirus D68, and several families have inquired about the virus in our area. So what is this virus and should you be worried? The medical community has known about Enteroviruses for hundreds of years. There are about 70 different strains of this virus and each strain can cause a different type of infection and symptoms. For example, Enterovirus 71 can cause Hand Foot and Mouth disease, and some different strains of enterovirus can commonly cause viral meningitis (brain infection). And remember polio? Poliovirus was a type of enterovirus that caused paralysis and death in hundreds of thousands of people until the vaccination was available. Beginning in August 2014, a much larger number of children presented to physicians with wheezing, requiring breathing treatments and sometimes needing to be hospitalized. This is not unusual for this time of year, however there is an unusually higher number of people infected this year. The CDC (Center for Disease Control) performed special testing on the hospitalized patients in 10 states and isolated a rare strain of enterovirus, Enterovi-
rus D68. Alabama was not among these 10 states, but Georgia has confirmed cases of the virus. Enterovirus D68 was first discovered in 1962 and from then until 2014 there have only been 26 confirmed cases. In the past two months, there have already been 19 confirmed cases which leads experts to believe that this strain of virus has evolved over the years to become more contagious. In Mobile, we have seen a few more people than usual for this time of year in clinic that have needed breathing treatments, and at USA Children’s and Women’s Hospital, there have been significantly more children admitted for respiratory problems. We suspect that some of these may be from Enterovirus D68, however none of the cases have been confirmed. The testing for this virus is not quick or easy, and has to be run through the CDC, so it is possible that this virus is in Mobile, but it has not been confirmed yet as of mid-September. The children infected with Enterovirus D68 have had a range of respiratory symptoms. For most, it usually starts out as a cold with a couple days of congestion and cough. After a day or two, some of the children start wheezing and have trouble breathing, and this can lead to bronchiolitis and pneumonia in some patients. The symptoms usually
last 1-2 weeks. In the milder cases, it tends to be a pesky cough and runny nose that simply last longer than the typical 5-7 days. The ones that tend to have the more severe infection are children younger than 2 years old and those with asthma or other underlying respiratory problems. Remember that many viruses are common this time of year and can cause similar symptoms. If you are worried about yourself or your child, seek care from your physician. Unfortunately, there is no anti-viral medicine to treat this virus or other viruses, so the best treatment is supportive, and breathing treatments if necessary. It is important to be aware of this virus and to wash your hands well, cover your mouth when you cough, and practice good hygiene to try and prevent this and other viruses from spreading in our area. Jennifer Adair, M.D., was born and raised in Mobile. She graduated from Davidson High School in 2002 and received her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at The University of Alabama in 2006. She completed her medical training at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine, and pediatric residency at the University of Nevada College of Medicine – Las Vegas and the University of South Alabama. She joined Children’s Medical Group in July 2013 and currently practices at their Airport office. Jennifer and her husband, Cory, reside in Mobile with their dogs, Fitz and Barkley.
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Autauga County Schools UMS-Wright Hosts Lads-n-Dads
The UMS-Wright Varsity Football team sponsored its 11th Annual Lads-n-Dads hot dog supper for all lower school lads and their dads after varsity football practice on Thursday, August 28. The players and coaches autographed this year’s fall athletic media guide and the boys’ jerseys and visited with everyone in the gym before the dinner. Following the dinner, the senior players, coaches, lads, and dads met in the main cafeteria where Coach Curtis introduced the senior players and spoke to his Bullpups and their dads. Lads received a new 2014 Bullpup jersey that they wear to all Lower School Pep Rallies, Varsity Bulldog Football games, and during homecoming week. The money raised from the Lads-n-Dads Dog with the Dogs Supper is used to support the UMS-Wright Football program.
Citronelle JROTC Cadets Attend National Flight Academy
Seven JROTC Cadets were recently offered scholarship opportunities to participate in the National Flight Academy STEM program located at the Pensacola Naval Air Station. These free scholarships for a weeklong resident camp have a value of $1,250.00 per student (normal tuition cost). Chosen for their outstanding achievements, the students along with Citronelle JROTC instructor, 1SG Middleton received an once in a lifetime academy experience with first class educational experience that will make a difference in their personal, school and future career paths. The students completed the academy on a positive note, receiving certificates for their hard work and participation.
News Anchor Visits Dauphin Island Elementary
Dauphin Island Elementary School recently received a visit from WPMI’s news anchor Stephen Quinn. Stephen Quinn and his cameraman, Jason Caldwell, stopped by while filming a segment of “Out n About” in which they visit cities in the area and highlight unique things about them. Mr. Quinn toured the school and videotaped students and teachers working in the classroom. Watch “Out N About” in October to find out more about Dauphin Island and the beautiful little red schoolhouse on the sand! Pictured from left to right are Jason Caldwell, Principal Diane Allgood, and WPMI News Anchor Stephen Quinn.
Congratulations to the McGill-Toolen Catholic High School Homecoming Court Seated: Seniors Evelyn Edens, Ebie Douglas, Anne Bowab and Mary Jo Lee; standing Juniors: Avery Evans, Lauren Prescott and Rekha Berry; Sophomores: Megan Dye and Mary Christian Herrin; Freshman Chloe Martin and Mattie Naman.
O’Rourke Elementary PTO Membership Drive Rewards Classes with Tablets
The O'Rourke Elementary PTO (left) kicked off the new school year with a PTO Membership "App"eal. Each class that reached 100% PTO membership during the 2-week drive would receive a brand new tablet purchased by the PTO. 13 classes, from k4-5th grade, reached the goal and won new tablets for use in the classroom. 15
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Autauga County Schools Feed the Children Organization Donates to MCPSS
Mobile County Public Schools received a special delivery from Feed the Children organization. Traveling from Oklahoma City, Feed the Children donated 960 backpacks plus food and supplies for At-Risk students. The Homeless division assisted more than 5000 students last year in need of food, uniforms and supplies. The donation will be a great help for parents in the community. "We are so thrilled to receive these supplies" states Denise Riemer, social worker, "Unfortunately this won't cover all of our students in need, but it is a big step forward." Families in need are identified by school administrators or from the Homeless office as children and youth who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence, including: Children and youth who are sharing the housing of other persons due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason; living in motels, hotels, trailer parks, or camping grounds due to lack of alternative adequate accommodations; living in emergency or transitional shelters; abandoned in hospitals; awaiting foster care placement; who have a primary nighttime residence that is a public or private place not designed for, or ordinarily used as, a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings; who are living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, bus or train stations, or similar settings.
3D Printing Technology at Mary. B. Austin
St. Paul’s Episcopal School will host “Running With The Saints” on Sunday, October 19,. This two-mile run through the beautiful campuses of St. Paul’s and Springhill College supports the Chad Saucier Scholarship Fund promoting a drug and alcohol free healthy lifestyle for students in our community. To enter, you can pre-register by mail (entries should be postmarked by October 14,), sign up in person at the St. Paul’s main office, McCoy Outdoor, Run-N-Tri in Mobile or Running Wild in Fairhope or you can register online (www. eventbrite.com) until noon on October 16th. Packet pick-up and race day registration will be at Saints’ Square on the St. Paul’s campus from 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. Registration fees can be found at www.eventbrite.com. * Entry fees guarantee a t-shirt for each participant registered by October 1. The post-race party on Saints’ Square, party will include kids’ activities, an awards ceremony, and light refreshments for participants. Mobile Bay Parents I October 2014
Baker High School Soccer Team Donates Jerseys to Honduras
The Baker High School soccer team donated their old jerseys to a group going on a mission trip to Santa Rosita, Honduras. We were able to provide 4 different surrounding village High school teams with their very own jerseys! They were so excited! We hope to continue this for next summer also. There were 5 Baker High School students on the trip.
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Forty-one Students at St. Paul’s Episcopal School Earned AP Scholar Awards
St. Paul’s Episcopal School is honored to announce that forty-one students were listed among the highest scorers in the country by their performance in their AP courses and exams. These AP Scholars have demonstrated college-level achievement through rigorous classes accredited by the College Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) which provides willing and academically prepared high school students with the opportunity to take college-level courses to earn college credit. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on students’ performance on the AP Exams. AP Scholar: Granted to students who receive grades of 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams. Kendall A. Bailey, Virginia G. Cottrell*, Nina C. Crawford*, Zoe S. Donalson*, Marissa F. Donovan*, Taylor L. Evans, William R. Foster, Hallie A. King*, Jonathan Landry*, Klaudia J. Larson*, Rachel McCaslin*, Whitney N. Myers*, Ellis K. Nobles, Matthews O’Connor*, Zachary B. Parker, Brockton M. Payne*, Rebecca M. Pober*, Graham Reeves*, Caroline E. Scott, Richard Smith, Virginia M. Vichi-Miller*, Benton G. Weinacker, Susan D. Wettermark. AP Scholar with Honor: Granted to students who receive an average grade of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, AND grades of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. Taylor A. Bahos*, Ryan Cox*, Kellsey L. Daggett*, Matthew A. D’Alonzo, Victoria M. Falkos, George R. Irvine*, Wade K. Naritoku*. AP Scholar with Distinction: Granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams, AND scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. Abigail L. Blankenship*, Conner J. Denton*, Holly N. Friedlander*, Alexandra L. Goodwin*, Louis A. Henry*, Katherine B. Jeffries*, John F. Kavula*, Brewer G. Kirkendall*, Jessica R. Knezha*, Katherine M. Steadman*, Danielle C. Williamson*. National AP Scholar: Granted to students in the United States who receive an average score of at least 4 on all AP exams and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. Abigail L. Blankenship*, Danielle C. Williamson*. (*indicates Class of 2014*) 17
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Autauga County Schools Six Students at St. Paul’s Episcopal School
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On September 10, officials of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the names of the Semifinalists in the 60th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Six St. Paul’s Episcopal School students have been recognized as Semifinalists. Elizabeth A. Castillo, Matthew A. D’Alonzo, Ellis K. Nobles, Crawford D. Phillips, William N. Pickard and Susan D. Wettermark have all earned this honor and will be considered for National Merit Finalist status. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth approximately $33 million that will be offered in the spring. About 90 percent of the 16,000 National Semifinalists are expected to attain Finalist standing, and more than half of the Finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar title.
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Congratulations to Sr. Anne Brady, celebrating her 50th anniversary of arriving at St. Dominic Catholic School this August. Archbishop Thomas J. Rodi celebrated Mass in her honor. Many of our faculty, staff and volunteers attended St. Dominic Catholic School and were taught by Sr. Anne (center) including (l - r) Katie Sharpe, Danielle Doll, Kim Egan, Anne Galloway, Joanne Upton, Danner Nguyen, Kate Galle, Teri Forbes, Debora Castelin and Cathy Wertz.
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Veteran Teachers Welcome New Teachers at Little Flower Catholic
A new school year brings changes to a campus, and this year several new teachers joined the faculty at Little Flower Catholic School. The middle school welcomed three new teachers: Miss Jessica Hultquist (social studies), Miss Mairead Mumford (language arts), and Mr. Brendan Shea (science). Miss Mumford and Mr. Shea are serving at Little Flower as part of the ACE program at the University of Notre Dame. Pictured, from left, Miss Mumford and Miss Hultquist are given a warm welcome by veteran teachers Mr. Andy Ryan and Miss Elisabeth Harbaugh.
Safety Patrol at Dickson Elementary
AAA School Safety Patrols are school-sponsored student volunteers from upper elementary, middle, and junior high schools. Patrols direct children, not traffic. As school-age leaders in traffic safety, patrol members teach other students about traffic safety on a peer-to-peer basis. They also serve as role models for younger children who look up to them. School Safety Patrol members: Complete training in traffic safety; Protect students from the hazards of crossing roads and highways on their way to and from school; Assist bus drivers in safely transporting students to and from school; Teach fellow students about traffic safety; Serve other leadership functions under the direction of school officials. E. R. Dickson’s 1st semester Safety Patrol members are: Damious Murphy, Rayna Adcock, Olivia Thomas, Isabel Mayo, Indonesia Gildersleeve, Precious Robinson, Saniya McConico, Matthew Moore, Jordan McCleod, Alex Towery, Julian Tyer, Sabrina Sylaphone, Alicia Brooks, Joshua Graham, Tiffany Boyette, Paige Parks, Tytianna Gordon, Samantha Cash, Diarah Grace, Maurkice Crawford.
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Autauga County St.Schools Pius X Edible Playground
St. Pius X School established a 5400 square foot edible playground in the spring of 2014. The garden was established as a hands-on learning center for students as well as a means to produce fruits and vegetables that can be eaten in the school cafeteria. Planting began last week and included red, banana and green peppers, basil, pumpkins, cabbage, lettuce, corn, citrus trees and other non-edible items. Pictured here are 2nd and 5th grade students planting seeds in one of the garden's raised beds. Students are not only learning about planting but are also learning chemistry skills such as soil analysis.
Taylor-White Students Display Character
Taylor-White students are starting the school year off right! The students chosen as Character Kids for the month of August displayed the 6 pillars of character to their teachers as well as their classmates. They set a good example by choosing to do the right thing. These students received a medal for their exemplary character. We are very proud of their efforts! Bottom Row: Ty Warr, Anniston McGugin, Zeke Schadeke, Carson Akridge, Carson Leverett, Ashlyn Burke; Middle Row: Keaton Shepard, Abbey Wolfe, Walker Smith, Tonija Wallace, Samantha Ray; Top Row: Kayleigh Freeman, Devon Wallace, Brandon Horn, Collin Saranthus.
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Theodore Student Receives Art Award
Cherish Lombard of Studio 10 presented the first place MAWSS art award to Theodore High Academy of Arts and Humanities student Leah O'Rourke. Leah was the valedictorian and is attending Princeton this fall.
Senator Makes Donation to Mary B. Austin School
State Senator Rusty Glover made a donation to Mary B. Austin School. Amanda Jones, school principal, is grateful for his support. It will be used to enhance learning for all students.
Semmes Students Art Students Create Mural Here are a few of Mr. Steele’s 7th grade Art I students working hard to create the mural for Semmes Middle School’s firstever Fine Arts Academy. (Left to right) Ty’Terious De’Brion, Shane Pitts, Maegan Mumford, Luke Kyser, and Aeleh Keith.
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Covenant Christian cross country runners (left to right) Katherine Rush, Callie Braswell, Jenna Harvey, Isaac Eide, and Matthew Richardson (not pictured, Keller Matheny and Adelane Stroh) placed in the Top 10 of their respective 2 Mile races at the Mobile Challenge of Champions Cross Country Meet held at Municipal Park.
Celebrating Grandparents at Mobile Christian School
Mobile Christian School students are kept very busy in the classroom and in their extracurricular activities. On Friday September 5, the campus was filled with very honored guests. MCS celebrated Grandparents’ Day in grand style as the grandparents were able to participate in a chapel service, have snack time, and visit with their grandchildren. Pictured (left) is fifth grader Skylar Roley with her grandmother Barbara Roley. Elementary cheerleaders also performed a routine during the Grandparents’ Day event. Pictured (right) are 2nd grade elementary cheerleaders entertaining the crowd assembled in the gym.
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Hollinger’s Island Elementary Names Red Ribbon Student
Hollinger’s Island Elementary School recently announced its 2014 Red Ribbon student, Courtney Manning. Courtney is the daughter of Tim and Anna Manning. Courtney is an outstanding student who exemplifies the pillars of good character in the school and in her community. Courtney will be helping to lead the school’s 2014 Red Ribbon Week activities in October.
St. Ignatius Celebrates CYO Season with Pancake Breakfast
St. Ignatius Parish started off the CYO season by celebrating all the CYO athletes at the 10:00 a.m. Mass September 7. The Mass was followed by a pancake breakfast in the cafeteria. Over 200 athletes were in attendance in uniform at the CYO Mass. Pictured left to right are Laurel Gottlieb and Emily McKellar.
Welcome Back Night at Little Flower
Little Flower Catholic School held its annual Welcome Back night a few days before the actual start of school. This casual night gives the students a chance to see their new classroom and meet their new teacher before the first day of school. It is also a great time to meet up with old friends and catch up on summer happenings. The evening was even more fun because attendees were able to have supper together and all the students received bright red tote bags to get the school year off to a good start. Sisters, Isabella Howell and Yasmin Howell (front) are all smiles as they tour the school with their aunt, Gina Germany, and their grandmother, Inez Franco (back).
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St. Mary Catholic School (left) welcomes their newest faculty and staff to the Mustang Crew! Pictured left to right are: Laura Doyle Elementary Music; Shelly Pruchnik - Middle School Science/ Algebra; Peter Kalifeh - Maintenance; Kyndel Edens - Middle School Literature; Amber DeMouy - Third Grade; and Lillis Lewis – Preschool.
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Bright Beginnings students learn about life cycles by observing animals in nature.
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The Honor Code at St. Luke’s Episcopal School
St. Luke's Episcopal School is a community that believes strongly in the concept of honor. Specifically, we do not tolerate lying, stealing, or cheating. For all students at St. Luke's School the concept of personal honor is viewed as an essential cornerstone of a St. Luke's education, and it applies to all of our actions. Each fall, the school holds an Honor Code Assembly on both campuses. Students commit themselves to the Honor Code by signing the Honor Code Pledge form in front of their peers. The class Pledge Form hangs in the classroom for the entire year as a sign of our commitment to the SLES Honor Code.
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Upper School students nominate classmates to serve on the school's Honor Council. The Faculty Council then selects, from these nominees, those students who will serve, as well as an alternate from each class. A Senior nominee is selected to serve as President. The 2014-2015 Honor Council is made up of Freshmen Representative William Brandyburg and Alternate Carson Ashcraft, Sophomore Representative Ella Johnson and Alternate Emmi Musial, Junior Representatives Spencer Arnold and Sara Taylor and Alternate Cameron McPhail and Senior Representatives Mary Enger, Daniel Haskell and Alternate Matthew Holland. The Honor Council President is Chloe McGuire. Pictured (left) are members of the 2014-2015 Honor Council as they take their Oath to serve on the Council during the Middle and Upper School Honor Code Assembly. Also pictured (right) are members of the school's fifth grade class as they sign the pledge during the Lower School Honor Code Assembly.
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Corpus Christi Catholic School is pleased to announce the following new faculty members who joined our staff this year (pictured L to R): Mrs. Lauri Lynn Lambert, Jr. High Reading Teacher; Mrs. Robin Barto, Jr. High History Teacher; Ms. Stephany Pasquale, K3 Teacher; Mrs. Alison Dennis, Kindergarten Teacher; Mrs. Candice McLaughlin, K4 Teacher; Mrs. Kim Langham, Kindergarten Teacher; Individual picture: Ms. Caitlyn DeMouy, Jr. High Math Teacher.
UMS-Wright Cheerleaders Welcome Guests to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Kickoff
UMS-Wright’s varsity cheerleaders welcomed guests to the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Kickoff event, held on Wednesday, August 27 at the Alabama Cruise Terminal. The event was held to get local businesses and individuals excited about forming teams and raising funds for the American Cancer Society and the fight against breast cancer. UMS-W cheerleaders helped direct cars, greeted guests as they entered the luncheon, held informational signs, and passed out promotional items. Emme Dale, UMS-W’s Azalea Trail Maid, also took part in the festivities helping to welcome guests upon arrival.
Corpus Christi Catholic School Building the Body of Christ, One Student at a Time .
The mission of Corpus Christi Catholic School is to nurture every child by providing opportunities to grow in faith, achieve academic success, and serve others as disciples of Jesus. Established in 1958 by Corpus Christi Parish, Corpus Christi Catholic School provides students in K3 through eighth grade an outstanding education. For additional information or to schedule a tour, please contact the school office at 251.342.5474 or sgillis@corpuschristiparish.com. Corpus Christi Catholic School 6300 McKenna Drive, Mobile, AL 36608 www.corpuschristiparish.com/school Mobile Bay Parents I October 2014
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Coastal Cleanup at Dauphin Island Elementary
Members of the U.S. Coast Guard visited Dauphin Island Elementary School recently to perform a little "coastal cleanup" on the school grounds! The volunteers arrived with lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, and weed eaters and worked for hours in the hot sun. The clean-up was organized by first-grader Austin Berman's father, David Berman. Thank you, volunteers! You made our school beautiful! Pictured from left to right and front to back: Dauphin Island Elementary students Emma Griffin, Austin Berman, Kylee Benoit, and Joseph (J.T.) Esfeller, and U. S. Coast Guard members David Berman, George Williams (Officer in charge), Chad Brackin, Brittney Barnett, Robert Brown, and Cole Halsell.
Williamson Holds Signature Academy Launch
Williamson High School is one of the latest schools to implement a Signature Academy pathway to its curriculum. Williamson will offer Maritime, Engineering and Entrepreneurship to students around the county. The pathway of courses will allow the students real-world opportunity into their desired career field. The Mobile Area Education Foundation is active in promoting and planning the success of the Williamson Signature Academy. They recently held a Business Engagement Meeting on plans to offer students opportunities such as: Guest speakers who will bring real-world application to the classroom; career mentors who will meet regularly over the course of the year with a group of 3-5 students helping them explore and learn about career fields and organize field trips to promote student career field and allow them to see an industry up close during half day or full day tours.
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The Spring Hill College Soccer Team (left) conducted a community service project by donating school supplies to students at E.R. Dickson. Pictured is the Springhill College Soccer team and Lily Ingraham student at E.R. Dickson.
Student Leadership at Corpus Christi Catholic School
Each year the students at Corpus Christi Catholic School elect members of the Student Leadership Committee (SLC). The members of SLC (right) work with the principal and teachers to ensure that the concerns of the student body are addressed. The members of the SLC have the opportunity to begin learning principles of leadership, to exercise or experience self- government, and to participate in service projects. This year’s members are (pictured L to R, Front Row) Charlie Bracewell (7th grade), Jonathon Slaby (6th grade), Findlay Maier (8th grade), Kelly DeVoe (6th grade), and Mandy Menton (7th grade). Left to right, back row: Chloe Watts (5th grade), Megan DeVoe (8th grade), Sean Shelley-Tremblay (8th grade), Carson Kuhr (8th grade) and Gavin Veasey (5th grade).
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Heath Care Teachers Receive MCPSS Recognition
Leah Gill of Bryant Career Center and Jamie Hovell of Theodore High Health Care Academy were recognized by MCPSS for the number of students who received Certified Nursing Assistant credentials in their programs. Mrs. Gill was Mrs. Hovell's high school health science teacher at Murphy.
Archbishop Rodi Visits St. Mary Catholic School
Each year students at St. Mary Catholic School anxiously await the annual official visit with Archbishop Thomas J. Rodi, Archbishop of Mobile. This year was an extra special visit for eighth grader, Cate Baggett. As Archbishop Rodi recalled during his first visit 6 years ago, the homily he delivered centered around "The Potter and the Clay". Two years later, Cate and fellow fourth grade students presented Archbishop Rodi with special book they created around that homily. Cate, now in the eighth grade, once again presented "The Potter and the Clay" as her final gift to Archbishop Rodi before she graduates from St. Mary. Pictured is Cate with Archbishop Rodi.
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St. Dominic Catholic School recently inducted officers of the National Junior Honor Society. These students have met the five established criteria of scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship and character. Chosen by their fellow NJHS members, they have indicated their willingness to carry out the principles of the National Junior Honor Society. Serving for the 2014 – 2015 school year are (l – r) Lauren Wilson, Prayer Leader; Anna Ryan, Ambassador; Sofia Ciancaglini, Parliamentarian; Rachael Forbes, Secretary; Vice President, Christopher Hites and Jillian Lami, President.
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Archbishop Thomas J. Rodi celebrated Mass and visited classrooms at St. Pius X school on Thursday, August 21. The Archbishop visited each classroom and treated students to extra recess and cupcakes as part of his visit. Pictured are the Archbishop and the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, Gwen Byrd, visiting Mrs. Yarbrough's 6th grade homeroom.
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“THE GULF COAST’S ORIGINAL CORNFIELD MAZE” OCT 4 & NOV 1
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COME AND SEE IF YOU CAN SURVIVE THE UNEXPECTED ADRENALINEPUMPING NIGHT. IT’S FOR ALL AGE GROUPS. THE WALKING MAZE WILL BE OPEN AT THE SAME TIME.
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St. Ignatius Adds 5 New Water Fountains with Bottle Fillers
The St. Ignatius SCRIP program is excited to announce the addition of 5 new water fountains around campus with bottle fillers. This addition will allow students to bring their own water bottles to school and fill them as needed. One of the new water fountains will be on the playground by Loyola Lawn. So far the students have saved over 500 plastic bottles since the beginning of school. Pictured here is Madilyn King.
Archbishop of Mobile Visits Students at St. Dominic Catholic School
Archbishop Thomas J. Rodi, Archbishop of Mobile, recently celebrated Mass with the faculty and students of St. Dominic Catholic School. After Mass the Archbishop, along with Fr. Jim Cink, Pastor of St. Dominic Catholic School, Mrs. Linda Mathias, Principal of St. Dominic Catholic School and Miss. Gwen Byrd, Superintendent of Catholic Schools, visited with students and teachers in the classrooms. Here Grade 1 students (front to back) Cadence Mullen, Stephen Heim and Juliet Barber take time to speak with Archbishop Rodi.
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Announces SGA for First Quarter Pictured are the newly elected SGA members of Covenant Christian School: (L to R) Patti Haataja (advisor), Noah Lynch (Treasurer), Trey Smith (President), Jada Darr (7th grade Rep), Lauren Field (6th grade Rep), Katherine Allred (Vice-President), Meg
ra Hannan (6th grade Rep), Sean Smith (7th grade Rep), Noah Kirkland (8th grade Rep), and Coach Brandon Richardson (advisor).
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Grandparents Visit Hollinger’s Island Elementary
Hollinger’s Island Elementary School welcomed grandparents galore during a recent Grandparent’s Day lunch! Smiling faces were seen everywhere. Hugs and kisses were exchanged on every hall! Thank you, grandparents, for making this day so special for the students!
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Football Season at Mobile Christian School
Football season is a big part of campus life around Mobile Christian School. The student body participated in its first pep rally which was USA themed. Pictured are members of the senior class showing school and American pride after winning the spirit stick. Also, a big part of the football game atmosphere is the band and color guard led by Drum Major Dakota Bilbrey. Pictured is the band and color guard.
St. Luke's Wildcat Pride The St. Luke's Athletic Booster Club sponsored an evening pep rally for K2-6th grade students and parents in order to introduce the school's Youth Development League sports teams and provide an opportunity
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A Page in a Book by Gerry Paige Smith
Picture a New Attitude When things in our lives trigger a funk, a fit of pique or simply a sulk, it’s hard for all of us to reassess, decompress and move past a bad mood. Kids are especially sensitive to the moments that set them off. The lost toy, the change in plans, the dropped ice cream – a child’s day is filled with moments that can ignite a turn for the worse. Children are not typically well-equipped with the patience and clarity to work through the issue that’s troubling them. And the result is often melt-downs, tantrums or a general mad-at-the-world posture that friends and family simply have to endure until it passes. The following titles explore in lighthearted ways the things that can spark a bad mood along with suggestions and solutions that may help kids power through the mad moments and bounce back with a new attitude!
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by Zachariah Ohora (Dial / Penguin) Amelia and Nilson do everything together. Every moment in their day is shared and it’s usually a fun adventure …until something goes wrong. The accidental bump that destroys his block tower, the shoes that don’t fit, or waiting in the long line at the post office can all trigger a raging fit from Nilson. Luckily, Amelia and her mother are really good at talking Nilson through his frustrations, providing distractions and reminding him of the benefits of being patient. Their mantra “No fits, Nilson!” lowers the temperature and helps him control his anger. But when one final obstacle emerges to disappoint Amelia, Nilson will have to step in with a solution that calms Amelia down before she has her own fit. With a calming voice (and a final page that will delight readers), “No Fits, Nilson!” offers gentle reminders that frustrations are temporary and patience has big rewards.
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by Oliver Jeffers (Philomel / Penguin) The Hueys typically get along with each other very well. But when a regular conversation takes a wrong turn, their amiable talk quickly devolves into an argument. Their friend, Gillespie, happens upon the quarrelsome group asking what’s wrong, and he is met with a chorus of “It wasn’t me!”, “He started it!” and more from the Hueys, all disavowing the source of their discontent. Gillespie’s position as an outsider allows him to become the voice of reason as he helps them try to remember the root of their disagreement. As cool heads prevail (and a fascinating distraction appears) the argument falls away as unimportant and the Hueys reconnect through their shared interest. Jeffers’ adorable simply-rendered characters present a subtle and positive message that supports finding a peaceful perspective when tempers flare.
Olive and the Bad Mood
by Tor Freeman (Templar / Candlewick) When Olive’s good mood is ruined by a tumble over her loose shoestring, the chain of events that follow illustrates how a bad mood can become contagious. Cloaked in her anger, Olive stomps past her best friends who each greet her cheerfully. She responds rudely to each friend’s overture, with insults and snarky comments that leave them sinking into moods of their own. Once Olive finally finds something that makes her happy, she snaps out of her funk and returns to share her good fortune with her friends. But now they’ve caught her bad mood and it’s up to Olive to bring them back around. A precious cautionary tale, this title illustrates how a bad attitude can spread, and worse, come back home to roost.
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Q. My current employer offers a regular 401(k) and a Roth 401(k). I’ve got several years before I retire, so which one should I choose?
A. Take the Roth! If you put your money into a Roth 401(k), and by retirement age there’s $1 million in there, that money is yours tax-free. By comparison, if it’s in a regular 401(k), you’ll pay taxes on that $1 million, which will come out to about $300,000—maybe $400,000 at the rate things are going now. You’ll lose 30 to 40 percent of your money. My personal 401(k) is a Roth. And in this situation, yours should be, too! Q. My mom passed away recently, and she left behind three timeshares. I inherited them, plus I’m the executor of the estate. They’re all paid for, except for the yearly maintenance fees, which total about $1,500. I don’t think I want them, but I’m not sure what to do. Do you have any advice?
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mom. I know you’ve got a lot of emotions going on right now, and taking on the task of overseeing the estate is a serious responsibility. There are two issues here. One, as the executor you have to decide what’s best for the estate. Number two, do any of the other heirs want these things? I wouldn’t want them, I can tell you that. I realize they’re basically free things—all you have to do is pay the maintenance fees—but by the time you do that, you probably could’ve gone somewhere else. For that kind of money, you can stay in some pretty nice spots and not have the ongoing liability.
Right now, the estate has the responsibility for the maintenance fees. I would call the timeshares and tell them the estate isn’t going to keep them, and that you’re going to deed them back to the companies. The way I look at it, you can have a lot of fun for $1,500 a year. You can go where you want, when you want. You’re not roped into a specific place and date. Part of the appeal of getting away is being able to go where you like at a time that’s right for you. I understand there may be some sentimental value attached to these, but timeshares are a horrid, inconvenient product. My sentiment would be, “I’m out of here!”
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Life is busy. So make sure you slow things down on a regular basis and just enjoy being a family. As kids grow up, everyone can seem pulled in utterly different directions. You may even find yourself thinking that you liked your kids better before they had the ability to leave you at will. But never fear. Here are ten remedies that will keep your relations relating even while everyone evolves along individual lines:
Eat dinner together. When my daughter Samantha was little, she wrote us a note of protest after one night when we did not all sit down to dinner together. It said, quite simply, “We hav to eat togther.” Today, when I’m tempted to skip a formal sit-down dinner due to busy schedules, I remember her note and set the table anyway or ask her to do it. Mobile Bay Parents I October 2014
If she complains, I simply quote her back to herself.
Play games. Sunday afternoons are just as perfect for game night as they ever were. But if you are having trouble gathering your kids to all be home at the same time every other week, you might need to make family game night a mandatory family event. Sure, you’ll hear some reluctant grumbling before the games begin, but once you settle in and start having fun, you’ll be so glad you insisted--and so will your kids.
Create a shared workspace. Surely you have a space in your home that is underutilized. Be it the dining room, the laundry room or an extra bedroom, it’s easy to convert this space into a shared work space where the whole family can 36
convene instead of scattering to every corner. Simply add a large table (a folding table is fine), ample places to dock and charge electronics, office supplies, a pencil sharpener and a printer and voila! This instant family office is a great place to have your family meetings or collaborate on projects.
Put music on while you do the dishes or chores. You have seen The Big Chill, right? Then surely you remember the dish-washing scene. You can either be the type of family that says quit-yourgrousing-and-do-your-chores, which makes everyone sullen and pokey, or you can be the type of family that makes chores fun and silly. Sometimes the difference is as simple and easy as turning on the radio to a station that plays oldies. www.mobilebayparents.com
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Take a family walk. Grab the dogs, the leashes, and a couple of water bottles and get the heck out of dodge. Go just far enough away from home to walk without interruption from friendly neighbors and just stroll. Don’t bring up any difficult topics, don’t confront anyone about unacceptable behavior, just take your family for a walk and leave your collective worries in the dust.
Treat everyone to dinner. Let this be a surprise even if it’s just the local burger or teriyaki joint. If you plan dinner out in advance, don’t tell everyone you have a consensus--it was an awful, terrible, rotten day. Then do your best imitation of the Dad in A Christmas Story when he says, “All right, get dressed. We are going out to eat!” And watch those frowns turn upside down.
Celebrate the small stuff. Don’t wait for birthdays and anniversaries to celebrate each other. Try to recognize one person in the family every week. Was someone selected for the school play? Maybe someone else got to play for the varsity team. Maybe mom got elected to a position in the PTA. When it’s a big enough deal, head out for ice cream or bring home bakery cupcakes. And
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large hutch, buffet, or fireplace mantel as the main display area for a well-blended family. Find words that describe your family values or blocks with sweet sayings on them. Add photos of each person that really show their personality. Ask each member to contribute one or two personal items that may seem quirky separately, but when combined together, perfectly capture the spirit of your clan.
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with a smile. Whether it’s a quick game of “Highs & Lows,” sharing a story from the day, or just tucking in and kissing goodnight, end on a consistent happy note no matter what the day was like.
Have a do-nothing day of rest. Stay in
your jammies until noon on a Saturday morning. Cook a big messy breakfast, or grab the paper and some doughnuts. Watch a movie in the middle of the day with fresh popcorn. Don’t bother cleaning up until the eleventh hour. Just enjoy the splendid imperfection of being the family you are right now...happy and relaxing together. MBP
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Have an end-of-day ritual. Our family enjoys reading a book from a book series out loud before bed. But make yours whatever your family finds relaxing and enjoyable, so everyone can drift off to sleep
Christina Katz loves nothing better than relaxing deeply with the people she loves most so everyone can reboot and reconnect. She often wins at games of luck and is not afraid to crow about it.
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Great Style at Any Age Have you ever gotten up in the morning and tried on everything in your closet just to find that certain items in your wardrobe do not fit or look like they did 10 years ago? I know I have. I am notorious for cleaning out my closet and changing my style the older I get. Let’s not look at it as getting older, but as getting more fashion forward. As we age, our style should enhance who we are not create an alternate persona. It’s time to stop shopping in the juniors department and Forever 21 (there’s a reason the number 21 is in that name). Embracing your age and embracing the style that comes with your age will turn back the clock and bring in the youthful side of you. There are many of trends that look great on women over 40. From smart and sophisticated work wear to casual embellished tops and cover ups to midi skirts with knee high boots, there’s something out there for everyone! Fashion doesn’t have an age limit...there are trends that suit every woman at every age, and it’s all about how you wear it. 1. Look for shape enhancing details like cap sleeves, stretch in the right places, different trouser cuts, and built-in panels to make you look and feel great. Mobile Bay Parents I October 2014
2. Don’t shy away from color; be confident and daring. Wear colors that compliment your skin tone and hair color. Experiment with substitute colors like black for purple or deep berry tones for red. 3. Make sure that you are in control of your wardrobe. A few well chosen, great fitting staples like a pair of wide-legged trousers, a glamorous top with some embellishment and a classic shift dress mixed and matched for different occasions are all you need to see you through the season. 4. Find items that are easy transitions and classic. For example, we all need a black
Simplicity is the key to looking stylish and sophisticated. 6. You must always feel comfortable in what you are wearing. There’s nothing worse than constantly worrying about adjusting your clothes, or thinking “my shoes are hurting.” This goes for anyone at any age. 7. Try something new and develop your own personal style. Finding out what suits you and what works for your body shape involves a lot of trial and error, so don’t be scared to try different looks. If you are worried about stepping out in a new style here is a tip, take a picture of yourself the night before and send it to a friend or two for their opinion. 8. Experiment with prints. Prints cut on the bias or diagonal are always great. Wear busier prints on more fluid garments and pair with a plain trouser, skirt or shirt to ensure they aren’t too over the top. You want to still have fun with your style and prints are a great way to mix it up.
dress, pants, blouse or skirt. The older we get the harder it is to be motivated to shop or constantly update our styles. Classic pieces help with this often daunting task. 5. Accessories can really change up many styles in your wardrobe, but remember, sometimes less is more. Choose one statement piece of jewelry – necklace or earrings. Too many accessories can look too fussy and over the top. 38
9. Have fun with pops of color! This goes for anyone. If you really want to be bold then do a little color blocking. Color blocking is also great way to hide problem areas. Laura Handey is an independent clothing consultant in Pike Road, Alabama. You may reach her by email at laura@ centsiblysouthern. com or visit her website at www. centsiblysouthern. com.
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& Halloween Fun WEMO Arts and Crafts Fair
September 20 7501 Airport Blvd, Mobile www.westmobilebaptist.org WEMO arts and crafts fair is a fundraiser to support the missions of West Mobile Baptist Church in Mobile. 10am to 4pm. All proceeds will help support our work in the mission’s field, and our youth groups. If you are not an artsy/craftsy person, come to see the displays! We will have a kid’s play area with inflatables, so come with your children for a day of good food and fun.
Seward Farms
September 27-November 1 10836 Tanner Williams Road, Lucedale (228) 641-3936; www.sewardsfarm.com Come to the border of Mississippi and Alabama on Tanner Williams Road, and you’ll find tons of family fun, fresh air, twisting corn maze, fantastic food, and an evening by a crackling fire! We have a challenging corn maze, pig races, hayrides and cow train, giant jumping pillow, tube slide, corn cannon, and Farm animals and goat walk, field animals and pony rides. Our flexible hours and admission allows you to choose how many activities are right for your family and budget, but we have to say, the All Day Pass is a terrific bargain for a full day of fun! Our Wagon Wheel Cafe offers delicious barbeque sandwiches, pulled pork, hotdogs, drinks and more. We have birthday Huts and party pavilions available by reservation for special events and birthdays. Make reservations now for a fire pit for your group for a perfect evening. The pumpkin barn opens in October with a great selection of perfect pumpkins for your jack-o-lanterns and decorations. October 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, & 26 will be the dates to join us if you dare for a Halloween Scare! Hauntings begin at dusk (doors open at 6:00pm). October 25 is Trick or Treat Saturday, Come meet your favorite cartoon characters. Hours of operation: Open Saturdays 10:00am-9:00pm- Closed Sundays. Monday thru Thursday: field trips by reservation. NOTE: Cash Only, No Credit Cards, Mobile Bay Parents I October 2014
No Personal Checks. Visit us at www.sewardsfarm.com for more information.
Frozen! – Sunshine Skate Center
950 Hillcrest Road, Mobile Join us at sunshine Skate Center for Frozen Saturday from 9:00am-11:30am. Wear your favorite princess costume and meet the real Anna & Elsa. We will have Pictures and Autographs available and live performances. Admission: $10.
Tanner Williams United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch
October 1 – October 31 1550 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd North off Tanner Williams Rd; (251) 649-4752, (251) 776-0283 Come to the patch! Our pumpkins will arrive the first of October. Pumpkin Patch hours are 10:00am-7:00pm daily and we have pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks, mums and homemade treats available for purchase! Please drop by and take as many pictures of your family with the pumpkins as you like or one of our Pumpkin Patch care takers can take it for you!! **Please note we are not professional photographers** School field trips can be scheduled for Tuesday, Thursday or Friday in October. Dates to remember: Saturday October 11th - Party in the patch from 8:00am-7:00pm with popcorn, cotton candy, balloons, crafts and games. Saturday October 18th-Sunset in the Patch from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Hamburgers are available for purchase and a band will play at 6:00pm. Saturday October 25th - Fall Festival from 10am - 2pm Games, cake decorating contest, cake walk, crafts, face painting, hayrides and more. Friday October 31st -Trunk or Treat at 6pm. Come and trick or treat with our church family. Free hot dogs and chips
BayFest 2014
October 3-October 5 www.bayfest.com BayFest will celebrate its 20th anniversary on October 3-5, 2014 with an expected crowd 40
of more than 200,000 guests, who will make merry in the streets of Downtown Mobile and experience continues music throughout the festival weekend. BayFest offers continuous music for every taste, including country, classic rock, alternative, pop, jazz, R&B, rap, gospel, modern rock and more. One of the festival’s stages, the Launching Pad, is specifically designed to spotlight local and regional talent and showcase acts who aspire for musical greatness. The event also includes a family activity area which is open Saturday and Sunday from 2:00pm-5:00pm in Bienville Square that has garnered rave reviews in and of itself. All of this is offered at a price that is less than what most individual concerts cost! All of this is offered at a price that is less than what most individual concerts cost! Children ages 12 and under are admitted free with a ticketed adult. Please visit www.bayfest.com for more information.
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Wales West
October 3-October 31 13670 Smiley Street, Silverhill (888) 569-5337; www.waleswest.com All Aboard the Pumpkin Patch Express at Wales West RV Resort and Light Railway, opening Friday Oct. 3, 2014 through Friday, Oct. 31, 2014. Ride an authentic Steam Train to the Haunted barn and kiddie-friendly Pumpkin Patch, decorate your own Pumpkin, enjoy Refreshments, Miniature train ride, Hay Ride, and children’s Inflatable. Incredible Pumpkin Cannon, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo and Snack Shop available for a small fee. Open Fridays, 5:00pm-9:00pm; Saturdays and Sundays, 12:00pm-9:00pm. WEEKEND Scary Night Trains start Friday, October 10, 2014; NIGHTLY Scary Night Trains start Friday, October 24, 2014. $15 per person, plus tax; 2 and under, free. Located on Co. Rd. 9 between Fairhope and Silverhill, 1.5 mi. south of 48 or 2.5 mi. north of 32. Call (888) 569-5337 for information or www.waleswest. com (Like us on Facebook for coupons). www.mobilebayparents.com
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October 4-November 2 15275 County Road 49, Summerdale (251) 605-7216; www.magnoliacornmaze.com Magnolia Corn Maze is opening October 4th through November 2nd for the 2014 Season. This year Magnolia Corn Maze is again putting in two corn mazes. We hope you will come out and get lost in one of the two corn fields we offer. Enjoy the hayride, cow train, pumpkin patch, petting zoo, pig races, pony rides, corn cannons, games, a pumpkin slingshot, hop-along rodeo, hay bale mountain and a children’s maze, bazooka ball, second corn maze, second playground, zombie paintball, food and concession items and more! We have many special events going on, like Trick or Treat in the Maze – Wear your costume! (October 25, 1-3pm). And every Saturday night is Flashlight Night - We will be open late on Saturday nights so that you and your family can experience the maze in the dark. Participants can bring their own flashlights and find their way through the maze in the dark. Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday: by appointment only, Friday: 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Saturday: 11:00am to 9:00pm Sunday: 12:00pm to 5:00pm. Cost: General Admission $10.00 per person plus tax, Unlimited Activity Ticket $15.00 per person plus tax, Ultimate Admission Ticket $20.00 per person plus tax, Children 2 and under are Free. Please visit www.magnoliacornmaze.com for more information.
South Bay Communities Alliance Swamp Fest
South Bay Communities Alliance will be hosting the 4th Annual Swampfest . There will be live entertainment, remote control racing for the kids, Arts & Crafts and hayrides. Cruise on in and be a part of the Motorcycle and Classic Car Shows. Go spoon to spatula for the best Gumbo Title in the Swampfest Gumbo Cook Off. BBQ Plates and hotdogs for the kids. Starts at 10:00am. Please visit www.bayoulabatreareachamber.org for more information.
Pumpkin Patch at Christ United Methodist Church
October 5 -October 30 6101 Grelot Road, Mobile (251) 342-0462; www.christumcmobile.com It’s that time of year again....time for the Children’s Ministry’s annual Pumpkin Patch! We are excited to see the lawn at Christ UMC covered with gourds and pumpkins of all shapes and sizes! From the smallest to the largest pumpkin, you’re sure to find the best pumpkins for holiday decorating or to use as the perfect backdrop for fall family photos. If you’ve been before, we look forward to seeing you again. If you haven’t been yet, plan on joining us this year! Times Sunday: Noon – 6:00 p.m., Monday – Saturday: 9:00am – 7:00 p.m. We’ll see you at the Patch!
Dauphin Way Methodist Pumpkin Patch
October 10-October 31 Corner of Dauphin and Catherine Streets, Mobile
(251) 471-1511; www.dauphinwayumc.org Come to the Pumpkin Patch! The patch will be open 7 days a week beginning October 10th. Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 9:00am-6:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm, and Sunday 12:00pm-6:00pm. You will find pumpkins of all sizes, shapes and even some different colors along with gourds for your fall decorations. Field trips are offered Monday Friday from 9:00am-12:00pm with an appointment. Appointments may be made by emailing wcarlberg@dauphinwayumc.org or calling (251) 378-7532. Field trips are $2 or $3. For $2 each child receives a small pumpkin, experiences story time, and an informational time about how and where the pumpkins were grown and they get to pick out their very own pumpkin. The $3 field trip also includes a hayride. The patch is located at the corners of Catherine and Dauphin in the parking lot across from the church. All funds raised will benefit the children’s and youth missions and ministries.
The Village of Springhill, Inc. Screen on the Green
October 11, October 18, October 25 www.thevillageofspringhill.com Join us for Screen on the Green film festival. This FREE outdoor event organized by The Village of Spring Hill will take place on Saturday, October 11, 18, and 25. October 11 will have a double feature of It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown and Monsters, Inc. These films will be shown on Spring Hill College’s field behind the Moorer library branch. The movies will begin
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at 7:00pm. October 18 - Pet Sematary at 8:00pm at Lavretta Park and October 25 Gremlins at 7:00pm at Lavretta Park. For more information on the “Screen on the Green during Halloween” movie series, please visit www.thevillageofspringhill.com or find us on Facebook!
Greek Fest 2014
October 16-October 18 50 S Ann Street, Mobile (251) 438-9888; www.greekfestmobile.org Welcome to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church’s Greek Festival! Share our food, music, and heritage with friends and neighbors. Thank you for coming out to experience Greece in Mobile, Alabama - a yearly opportunity to eat, dance, shop, and be entertained as if you were in Greece itself! All three days, the Hellenic Dancers will be performing on stage, live. Greek music can be enjoyed, and the Church will be open for extra-special tours. As always, the food, desserts, and libations are sure to please, from the lamb to the always popular baklava. The ladies will be ready to take your order, with handmade baklava and assorted Greek pastries boxed to go! There’s a treasure of Greek jewelry, paintings, clothing, imports, and more available in our indoor marketplace as well. Hours: 11:00am-10:00pm.
Treasure Island- Drama Camp Productions and Sunny Side Theater
October 17-October 19 Louise R. Moorer Center for Performing Arts – St. Luke’s Upper School 1400 University Boulevard, Mobile (251) 510-1808; www.sunnysidedrama.com Sunny Side Theater presents “Treasure Island” by Vera Morris October 17 - 19 at the Moorer Center for Performing Arts located on the St. Luke’s High School Campus, 1400 University Boulevard. Performance Times: Friday at 7:00pm, Saturday at 2:00pm and 7:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm. Join us for this classic retelling of the swashbuckling Long John Silver and his encounter with Jim Hawkins and the rest of the crew. Based on the book by Robert Louis Stevenson. Tickets are $11 adults, $9 students ages 13-19, and $6 for kids 12 & under.
18th Annual Saraland Harvest Festival
October 18 (251) 675-4444; www.saralandchamber.com 1095 Industrial Parkway, Saraland (Grassy area in front of Walmart) Join us for 18h Annual Saraland Harvest Festival from 9:00am-1:00pm. There will be many fun activities including live entertainment, amazing food, handmade crafts, moonwalk, popcorn, face painting & much more. Free admission and parking. There will also be an 8K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run hosted by the North Mobile YMCA.
Christ United Methodist Church – Fall Family Day
October 18 6101 Grelot Road, Mobile (251) 342-0462; www.christumcmobile.com Our annual Fall Family Day will happen Mobile Bay Parents I October 2014
on Saturday, October 18th from 9:00am – 1:00pm. During Fall Family Day, children can enjoy bouncing on inflatables, a petting zoo, hay rides, face painting and a performance by the Children’s Ministry Puppet Team and Children’s Choir at 10 o’clock. Youth can enjoy Pumpkin Chunkin’, large inflatables and a pumpkin sling shot. There will also be music by the Youth Praise Band and Singers at 11:00am. During your time at the patch, have your family’s picture taken with the on-site photographer. We will have delicious foods and treats for sale, including snow cones, cotton candy and hotdogs. To complete the day of fun at the Pumpkin Patch, beginning at Noon, the Whatever It Takes Praise Band will perform.
Owl-O-Ween 5K Benefit Trail Run
October 18 6101 Girby Road, Mobile (251) 221-5000; www.mcpsesc.com Join us on October 18 at the Environmental Studies Center for Mobile’s only 5K woods run to support our native wildlife. There will be prizes awarded for the best finish times as well as door prizes, and a costume contest. Refreshments will be provided after the run. All proceeds will benefit the ESC’s wildlife rehabilitation programs. Over 1000 wild animals are released back into the wild because of this program. Please visit www. eventbrite.com for more information or find us on Facebook!
Teens Fall Festival – Toulminville Branch Library
October 18 601 Stanton Road, Mobile (251) 438-7075; www.mplonline.org Teens Fall for Fun - Games, Prizes & a Film! A costume contest, cake walk, and a film screening of the 2014 Godzilla are all part of the special events. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes. The Godzilla screening begins at 3:30 p.m. The film runs 123 minutes and is rated PG13. For more information and a schedule of all events please call (251) 438-7075.
Night at the Museum
October 24 111 S Royal St, Mobile (251) 208-7510; www.museumofmobile.com The History Museum of Mobile’s Night at the Museum will be held from 5:00pm -8:00 pm. Once the clock strikes five, Mobile’s history comes alive! Talk to historical figures that come to life after the museum closes. Go on an interactive scavenger hunt to find the answers to questions about Mobile’s history. All participants receive a prize! Listen to a Mobile Public Library storyteller tell spooky stories, enjoy a craft activity, and participate in a costume contest! Children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes. Treats will be given to guests. This is a great event for families! The History Museum is located at 111 S. Royal Street in downtown Mobile. Call (251) 208-7510 for more details or to make a reservation. Admission will be charged: $5 for adults, $4 for senior citizens, $3 for children, and ages 6 and under get in free! 42
Pump It Up Not-So-Scary Halloween Jump
October 24 741-A Hillcrest Rd, Mobile (251) 342-3940; www.pumpitupparty.com/ mobile-al Halloween is simply spook-tacular when you’re bouncing, laughing, sliding, and howling at our Halloween Jump Night! Cost: $10 plus tax per child- includes up to 2 1/2 hours of playtime, face painting, spook-tacular snacks, drinks & costume contests too! Parents stay and play for FREE! RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED as space is limited for the safety of the children. Socks and signed waived required. Parents must stay with children- not a drop off. Note: Wear your “Play Safe” costume - For the safety of our guests, costumes may not include: masks, jewelry, capes or other hanging items, or heavy make-up. Times: 6:00pm-8:30pm.
Trick or Trot 5K and Scary Scurry Fun Run for USA
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October 24 USA Campus – Lawn of the Mitchell Center near Moulton Tower, Mobile www.cwhtrickortrot2014.eventbrite.com On Friday, October 24, 2014, USA Children’s and Women’s supporters and friends will come together again for the Second Annual “Trick or Trot” 5K and Scary Scurry Fun Run for the Evaluation Center at the University of South Alabama Moulton Tower. This event is filled with family fun, running, trick-ortreating and children’s activities with great food and drinks. The 5K will start at 5:30 PM. The Scary Scurry Fun Run will begin at 6:30 PM and is open to walkers and runners of all ages. After race festivities include trick or treating, pumpkin decorating, costume contests, a photo booth, bounce houses, outdoor movie, train rides, games, music, food and drinks! Our first year we signed up over 500 runners and raised over $24,000 for the hospital! This campaign to raise money towards the evaluation center will provide a much needed restoration of the existing Evaluation Center.
Arts Alive
October 24 – October 26 1035 North Cody Road, Mobile www.artsalivemobile.com Mobile’s premier annual celebration of the arts offers three days of varied artistic experiences and interactive and hands-on activities. It is held every year in April in downtown Mobile’s Cathedral Square Arts District, and as of 2014, again in October at the Greater Gulf State Fairgrounds. The upcoming festival takes place this year from October 24-26: Friday 4:00-8:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-8:00pm, and Sunday 10:00am5:00pm. Free admission with Gulf State Fair Ticket. We welcome you to come join us for a celebration of the arts as varied as the colors of the rainbow. From recycled fashions to music videos by local musicians and filmmakwww.mobilebayparents.com
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Christ the King’s Haunted Forest
October 24-25, October 31-November 1 1505 Main Street, Daphne www.hauntedforestal.com Looking for some Halloween fun for your older children? Come out to Christ the King’s the Haunted Forest from 7:30 pm-Midnight. This will be our third year back in our original Downtown Daphne location and it promises to be a night you won’t forget. Admission: $12 admission at the door. Advance tickets can be purchased in the church office at Christ the King (711 College Avenue). Advance ticket price is $10 until noon on October 24.
October 24-October 31 Osprey Lane, Robertsdale AL 36567 (Exit I-10 at Wilcox Rd corner of Hwy 64 and Osprey Ln) Greater Gulf State Fair (850) 429-8462; www.yesteadyhands.com/ October 24- November 2 GulfCoastRenaissanceFaire 1035 North Cody Road, Mobile Get ready for Halloween Week at the Medi(251) 344-4573; www.thegroundsmobile.com eval Village, open at dusk each night - free It’s time for the Fair! The Grounds will host admission to grounds! Free trick or treating the 60th annual Greater Gulf State Fair from for the kids every night with the medieval Oct. 24 – Nov. 2, 2014. This year’s Fair will merchants! Free pumpkin patch tour! Free feature a new theme “Celebrate the Coast,” drive in horror movies! Additional attractions which aims to host the best things about the will be on site! Try our haunted castle, only Gulf Coast under one roof as well as more $5! Take the hayride tour through the Evil than 30 adult rides, 30 kid rides and a mustPulmAssoc PurpFlwr MBP ad 9/16/14 4:26 PM Page 1
see entertainment line-up! The all-new entertainment line-up this year will be showcased in a new area called “The Grounds Experience.” This exclusive entertainment area is designed as a space to host different entertainment each year of the Fair. This year, in its Fair Debut, “The Grounds Experience” will highlight unique entertainment experiences that embrace all things coastal including: Live Shark Encounter – Complete with shark tanks and educational exhibits, Sea Lion Splash! – The largest traveling sea lion exhibit in North America, Live Sting Ray Encounter – Where guest will have the opportunity to pet live sting rays, Giant Sandbox Creation Station – The ultimate dig pit for young sand castle enthusiasts and more. Other highlights include a life-size sand sculpture by acclaimed sculpting group Team Sandtastic and the inclusion of a cast of characters including Yo Gabba Gabba, The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and the Octonauts. In addition, spectators can enjoy Mobile’s local art festival Arts Alive! at The Grounds with more than 80 exhibits and booths from local artists. Returning from last year’s “new Fair” are the unlimited ride armbands, Noah’s Way Petting Zoo, PCA Stampede and Rodeo, and Zip Line Adventure!
Balloon Glow in the Gardens
October 25 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road, Theodore (251) 973-2217; www.bellingrath.org Dress up your little goblins and come out to
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enjoy beautiful hot air balloons glowing on the Great Lawn. Multiple hot air balloons are scheduled to “glow” for us this year…weather permitting. This year’s event will also include a selection of scary and fun inflatables glowing throughout the Gardens. There will be plenty of treats and trinkets from area organizations and businesses for our trickor-treaters to enjoy. Geaux Boy Food Truck & Foosackly’s two of our favorite spots will be selling their one-of-a-kind fare on the Great Lawn and Fat Man Squeeze will be performing live on Live Oak Plaza. The Balloon Glow is free for members and special reduced rates will begin at 4:30pm.Special Rates: Adults $6; children 5 -12 $3 and as always children 4 and under are free.
5 Rivers Halloween Bash
Saturday, October 25 30945 Five Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort (251) 625-0814; www.Alabama5Rivers.com On Saturday, October 25 from 11:00am4:00pm we will have our FREE, family friendly Halloween celebration. There will be crafts, music, movies, trail rides, games, $5 boat tours, and a costume contest at 3pm. The legendary Skunk Ape Hunter and a team of cryptozoologists will be joining us on the trail through the Fire Swamp this year to look for siting’s of the elusive skunk ape - should be fun!
Chickasaw Founders Day
October 25 224 Grant Street, Chickasaw (251) 452-8623; chickasawchamber.com Chickasaw Founders Day will be held on Saturday, October 25th from 10am until 3pm at McConnell Civic Center, 224 Grant Street in Chickasaw. There will be a variety of arts and crafts, silent auction, car show, food and music will be provided by Lee Carreon and others. There will be activities for children including balloons, face painting, games and more.
Dog River Ghost Chase 5K/Goblin Gallop
October 25 6120 Marina Drive South, Mobile www.productionsbylittleredhen.com The 5K race starts at 5:00pm and the ½ mile Gallop starts at 5:10pm to benefit Dog River Clearwater Revival. A mystery ghost will be somewhere in the race - will you be able to identify the spirit? Drawings for awesome prizes including a paddleboard and paddle set from the Outdoor Exchange. Post-race party will include food, beverages and live music at the River Shack. Special dinner and beverage discounts offered at the River Shack to all race participants on October 25.
Ashland Place United Methodist Trunk or Treat
October 26 15 Wisteria Avenue, Mobile (251) 478-6356, www.apumc.com Come join us! We will have hot dogs, popcorn, carnival games, and an opportunity to “Trick Mobile Bay Parents I October 2014
or Treat” for candy from a variety of decorated cars. Bring the whole family! Appropriate costumes are encouraged. Time: 4:00pm5:30pm.For more information, please contact Kathy Minor, Director of Children’s Ministries, at kminor@apumc.com or (251) 478-6356.
Dauphin Way Methodist Fall Festival
October 26 Corner of Dauphin and Catherine Streets, Mobile (251) 471-1511; www.dauphinwayumc.org The festival takes place in the Pumpkin Patch at the corner of Catherine and Dauphin Street. The festival will be held from 2:30pm-4:30pm and is FREE. Costumes are acceptable, but not required. Popcorn, drinks, snow cones, and cotton candy will be available along with a train ride, inflatables, dunk tank (.50/throw) and other activities for kids.
Woofstock 2014
October 26 Bienville Square, Mobile; woofstockmobile.com 10Th Annual Woofstock to benefit the Animal Rescue Foundation will be held on Sunday, October 26. Woofstock will spread out over an entire city block allowing for even more fun activities, vendor booths, contests and more! We invite humans and their canine companions to spend the day listening to live, local music, enjoying the great food and libations and of course, let’s not forget the ever popular Weiner Dog Race and all-time favorite Doggie Costume Contest. Have your pets tie the knot at the Hound Dog Wedding Chapel & stop by the Kiss a Bully Kissing Booth. Musical showcase including several local bands and headlining band will be Superfunk Fantasy. This event benefits The Animal Rescue Foundation. Time- 11:00am-6:30pm. Cost - Adults $10/Children $5
St. Mary Parish Trunk or Treat!
October 28 107 North Lafayette Street (251) 432-8678 ext. 1 Tuesday, October 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. on the St. Mary Catholic School Campus located at 107 N. Lafayette Street. The pre-Halloween event features decorated cars with trunks of candy for trick or treaters. Prizes for best trunk, and best costumes. Plenty of activities for children to include arts and crafts, cookie decorating, and fall photo booth pics by Vaughn Photography. The cost is $5 per car participant and $1 per walk up per trick or treater. For more information, contact the parish office at 432-8678, ext. 1.
Halloween Special – West Regional Branch Library October 30 5555 Grelot Road, Mobile (251) 340-8571; www.mplonline.org Spooky Buddies & Trick or Treating in the Library at 4:00pm at West Regional Branch! Calling all children - Wear your costumes and 44
enjoy a snack and special screening of Spooky Buddies in the meeting room followed by “Trick or Treating” throughout the Library. The film runs 88 minutes and is rated G.
Halloween Spooktacular – Saraland Public Library October 30 111 Saraland Loop, Saraland (251) 675-2879; www.mplonline.org Masks & Spooky Treats! Wear your costume and come create your very own Halloween mask. Then Trick or Treat throughout the Library and enjoy some Monster Hand Punch and Graveyard Cake. Fun for all! Time: 6:00pm.
House of Bounce – Halloween October 30 6368 Cottage Hill Road, Mobile; (251) 666-3456 www.houseofbouncemobile.com House of Bounce – Halloween. It’s A BooTastic Halloween on Thursday 10-30-14 from 10:00am-12:30pm Jump on in for our Bootastic Costume Contest & Open Jump Fun Dance, Jump, Slide and Sing with your Friends in your Halloween Costume! Every Child in Costume will receive a Treat Bag and 1 Lucky Costume Winner will receive a SPECIAL GIFT! $8.00 per child
Fall Festival – Springhill/Moorer Branch Library October 31 4 McGregor Avenue South, Mobile (251) 470-7766; www.mplonline.org Crafts! Games! Treats! The Library is the place for Halloween! Jack-O-Fruits, ghostly checkers, pumpkin bowling, and more. Wear your favorite costume. There’s something for everyone! Groups must register. Time: 3:00pm5:00pm. For more information or to register, please call 470-7770 or email mlmref@ mplonline.org.
7th Annual Trick of Treat in Green Park – Dauphin Island October 31 Lemoyne Drive, Dauphin Island www.townofdauphinisland.org Come and join the fun at 7:30pm. Bring your tables and chairs and candy.
First Baptist Church North Mobile Fall FUNtastic October 31 1252 Industrial Parkway, Saraland (251) 679-3266; www.northmobile.org This event takes place at 1252 Industrial Parkway, Saraland from 6:00pm-8:00pm. The fun will include games, a cake walk, and inflatables and face painting. Food will be available for purchase.
Woodridge Baptist Church “Harvest Celebration” Fall Festival October 31 2700 Schillinger Road South, Mobile www.mobilebayparents.com
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October 31 – November 2 5055 Carol Plantation Rd, Mobile (251) 401-5555; www.alabamapecanfestival.com This family-oriented festival at the Tillman’s Corner Community Center features a carnival atmosphere with rides, food, face painting, arts and crafts, and jewelry. Free grandstand events include a classic country and western show, a Sunday gospel show with topnotch entertainers, and more. Bring the grandparents and bring the kids. There is something for everyone. Friday- 5:00pm until; Saturday9:00am until; Sunday- 11:00am until. Admission and parking are free. Featuring a Tribute to the Platters.
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Government Street Baptist Church Fall Festival/Craft Show November 1 3401 Government Blvd., Mobile 251-660-7444; www.governmentstreet.org Come by from 3:00pm-6:00pm for a fun Fall Fest and Craft Show for the whole family! Admission and activities are FREE. Concessions will be sold and a variety of craft vendors will be set up for your pre-holiday shopping! Activities include carnival booths, blow up games, face painting, music, puppets, and more!
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Second Annual Stockton Sawmill Days November 1 Bicentennial Park – 51233 Hwy. 225 N. Stockton, AL (251) 937-3738; www.stocktonala.com Step back in time on the site of Alabama’s firs sawmill as Stockton celebrates its history and heritage as a sawmill town. Draft animals pulling logs; professional lumberjacks demonstrating log-rolling, pole-climbing, crosscut sawing and boom-walking, lumberjack sport camp where pros teach young and old alike the art of log-rolling and cross-cut sawing; living history demonstrations - basket making, spinning, weaving, horseshoeing, blacksmithing, syrup making, grist mill, Indian camp, cooking in cast iron pots, oxen and sheep and others. Churn butter, shell corn, gather eggs, and hunt for treasure in a sawdust pile. Juried “folk art”. Live music. Buck dancing contest. “Hayride History Tour” of the park compliments of Baldwin Co. Dept. of Archives & History. Flap jacks & syrup, Sawmill Biscuits, tomato gravy, fried catfish and cheese grits, cracklings, turnip greens, cornbread, BBQ, funnel cakes, buttermilk pie, plus. Hosted by Stockton Heritage Association. Proceeds to Stockton Heritage Museum. Bring a lawn chair. Location: Bicentennial Park – 51233 Hwy. 225 N. Stockton, AL from 9:00am-
4:00pm. Tickets: Adults - $10 in advance or $15 at gate; Children (6-12) $5; under 6 free. Don’t forget your lawn chair.
West Mobile Baptist Trunk or Treat November 1 7501 Airport Boulevard, Mobile (251) 639-9952; www.westmobilebaptist.org West Mobile Baptist will have Trunk or Treat on Saturday, November 1st from 5:30-8:00 p.m. in front of their building at 7501 Airport Boulevard, across from Academy Sports near intersection of Airport & Cody. Everything is free including food, games, candy, and inflatables. Join us for a night of fun and fellowship for the whole family. Invite your friends! 45
Mobile Museum of Art 50th Anniversary Family Festival
November 8 – November 9 4850 Museum Drive, Mobile (251) 208-5200; www.mobilemuseumofart.com The Family Festival and Open House at the Mobile Museum of Art is a public, two-day celebration in Langan Park of the Museum’s 50th Anniversary and the opening of the exhibition, The Art and Design of Mardi Gras. The festival will feature floats, maskers, bands and carnival cuisine--all of the local favorites of Mobile Mardi Gras. The exhibition will focus on the creative endeavors of those who make Mardi Gras the visual spectacle that draws thousands of people to Mobile each year. This Free event will take place from 10:00am-4:00pm. MBP
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Find happy mediums An overly-sensitive child may imagine worst-case scenarios or inflate situations with friends. Point out when she may be over-reacting to a situation. Also, make her aware when her fears weren’t realized. “You were so upset and worried about the math test, but because of your hard work and persistence, you aced it.”
Artful exuberance The performing arts provide an appropriate outlet for dramatic children to exercise their expressive personalities. And, relax if your child wants to wear yellow leggings and a bright blue, polka-dotted sweater paired with purple snow boots. As long as she makes choices with respect to your family’s values and the school dress code, her non-conformist fashion sense is a harmless outlet for her creativity.
Set clear rules Spirited kids will push, pull and negotiate, seeking weakness in rules. Articulate the rules in your home and consistently enforce them.
Playful expression Create space each day for your child to engage in unstructured activities. Through play he can decompress, engage his imagination, and process feelings.
Teach resilience Acknowledge your child’s feelings, but avoid over-reacting. Listen, empathize, and ask your child how she could solve the problem. If there’s no real solution, rather than feeding the drama by oversympathizing with your child, calmly respond, “Oh well. That happens some times.”
Soothing time alone A calendar crammed with too many activities and play dates can set any child up for meltdowns. Set aside 30 minutes or more of quiet time during the day for reading, playing alone, or engaging in a creative endeavor. If your child has trouble starting off on a project on
his own, put together an “Imagination Bucket” filled with art supplies, textured materials like play-dough, pipe cleaners, puffy stickers and ribbons.
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Manage your drama Exemplify calming, positive ways to manage your moods by counting out loud, deep breathing techniques or stepping away from an emotional situation by taking a short time-out. “If the family dynamic is dramatic and volatile, the child, even as a baby, can absorb this as their norm of behaving,” says Lisa Bahar, a licensed family therapist and clinical counselor. “This generally comes with issues not being resolved,
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arguments that escalate to yelling and difficulty maintaining emotions.”
Tap positive media Read books, watch movies and TV shows, and attend live performances together that feature children who may be dramatic in nature, but don’t act like divas. Check out Olivia by Ian Falconer, a popular young children’s book series about a pig with a penchant for drama. Bahar recommends Disney films that “encourage the innocence of life” such as Miracle on 34th Street,
E.T., and Fantasia.
Accept your child’s individuality Understand that your child may just need to process his or her feelings in a more intense way. “Keep tissues on hand and don’t shame them for using them,” says one mom of a dramatic10-year-old. “Don’t let other people shame them either. Accept more frequent tears as part of who they are and crying won’t become problematic. My daughter always feels better after she cries. She processes her feelings faster than anyone I know!” MBP Freelance journalist Christa Melnyk Hines is the mom of two active, sometimes melodramatic, boys.
The label is laced with negative connotation, but what is a so-called drama queen? “I would define a child drama queen as one who needs excessive amounts of attention in order to feel in control,” Bahar says. “Keep in tune with a child that tends to change peers consistently, dresses provocatively, has older friends, possibly experiments with substances, has intense emotional relationships and is territorial with peers.” A family move, unpredictable or inconsistent boundaries, or a major upheaval in the family environment can trigger overly-dramatic behavior or extreme reactions. “The child finds that they are unable to cope effectively with the stressors and reacts...with volatile behavior, screaming (and) crying uncontrollably to get what they want,” Bahar says. Consult with your pediatrician or child psychologist if your child is unable to cope, isolates herself, or engages in self-destructive behaviors like promiscuity, substance abuse or eating disorders.
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Announcing bath time for your kids can be an easy sell or the fight of your life. Trying to convince them it’s a good deal purely from a hygiene stance doesn’t always work. Finding water-friendly toys and activities that make bathing fun and entertaining is your best ally to get children out of their clothes and into the water. The following items have fantastic aquatic appeal for both wee bathers and the tub supervisors looking for a clean bath time experience!
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Plui
Ferry Boat with Mini Cars
(Moluk) From the creators of the wildly popular and versatile Bilbo, the Plui is an entrancing tub toy that‘s a guaranteed hit for kids. Submerge the Plui and it fills with water through the hole in the top. Placing a finger over the hole prevents the water from sprinkling out through the small nozzles on the bottom as it’s lifted up. It offers a subtle lesson in aquatic principles as kids control the flow of water allowed to ‘rain’ from the bottom of the Plui. With simplicity of design that belies its entertainment and educational value, the Plui will keep young bathers happy in the tub until the water is cold!
(Green Toys)
The best of land and sea combine in Green Toys’ Ferry Boat! Complete with two fast-back mini cars, and modeled after real two-story car-carrying vessel, the Ferry Boat has an adjustable sliding ramp for boarding and off-loading cars and cargo. With realistic design features, it’s seaworthy for bath play and ideal for land action as well. Constructed from 100% recycled milk jugs, the Ferry Boat with Mini Cars is also an environmentally sound bath toy choice that’s durable, buoyant and dishwasher-safe!
Super Scoop
Floating WonderBlocks
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A tub full of toys is the mark of bath time enjoyed, but all good times come to an end. And all those soggy toys need to find a new home, high and dry, until they’re called back into action. With counter space at a premium and under cabinet storage raising the risk of mildew, the Super Scoop is a quick, easy and sensible toy storage solution. Simply drag the large mouth of the Scoop through the water and the mesh fabric collects the toys above and below the surface. A push-lock suction cup that mounts easily on fiberglass tubs provides the anchor to hang the Super Scoop where toys can air dry until the next bath time. It’s a clean winner for tub time!
(eWonderWorld)
Creativity doesn’t have to stop just because the water’s rising. Floating WonderBlocks offer kids the resources to design and build their own wonders on top of the water. With 16 blocks in a variety of shapes and sizes, (and two duckies!) the WonderBlocks set also includes a mat that serves as the floating foundation for the edifices that will arise upon the waves. Crafted with sturdy, lightweight EVA foam the blocks can stick to most tub sides with simple water tension, adding another dimension to bath time design. For the little bather who’s ready to build, Floating WonderBlocks carries construction projects forward in the tub!
Paige Smith is a freelance writer and syndicated columnist living in Alabama. More on GET THIS! at www.PageBookMedia.com.
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Civil War Fort Gaines Historic Site, Dauphin Island. For more info call (251) 861-6992. www.dauphinisland.org. Concerts in the Park Sponsored by Mobile Pops Band. For more info call (251) 679-4876. www.mobilepopsband.com. Fort Conde Welcome Center Sponsored by Mobile Convention & Visitors Corp. Mobile. For more info call (251) 208-7658. www.mobile.org. Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center Full of distinctive personalities, the Exploreum welcomes four African black-footed penguins, now through January 3. The exhibit will feature the live penguins, as well as keeper talks, interactive activities and fun, educational displays. Government St. Mon. - Fri. 9 - 5; Sat. 10 - 5; Sun. noon - 5. Adults (19 - 59)/ $14; youth (13 - 18) & senior citizens (60+)/ $12.50; children/ $12; Combo tickets include a viewing of an IMAX film: $18; $17; $15.50. HandsOn South Alabama (Formerly Volunteer Mobile, Inc.). For information on Local Volunteer Opportunities, contact 251-433-4456, www.handsonsal.org. History Museum of Mobile • Exhibit “Art of India” opens October 16, 2014 September 1, 2015. “Ark of India: An Alabama Artist Explores Southern Asia” is an exhibit about personal discovery and exploration. It is an account of late 19th and early 20th century India as seen by Alabama artist, Roderick D. MacKenzie, using his paintings, drawings, sculptures, and most importantly, photographs, and writings. Please visit www.museumofmobile.com for more information. Joe Jefferson Players Mobile. For information call (251) 471-1534. www.jjp.com. LODA Artwalk Second Fridays in Downtown – LoDa Arts District. Exhibitions (with receptions) and entertainment in a variety of downtown galleries and other venues. City of Mobile Neighborhood and Community Services. 6 - 9 p.m. Check NCS website for complete list of activities/map after noon the day of the event. For more information, please contact: 251-208-7443 or visit www.ncsmobile.org. Mobile Ballet For information about performances call (251) 3422241 or visit www.mobileballet.com. Mobile International Speedway Irvington. For information call (251) 957-2026. www.mobilespeedway.com. Mobile Opera Mobile. For information call (251) 476-7372. www.mobileopera.org. Mobile Symphony Mobile. For information call (251) 432-2010. www.mobilesymphony.org. Oakleigh Museum House Mobile. For information call (251) 432-1281. www.historicmobile.org. Richards-Dar House Museum Mobile. For information call (251) 208-7320. USS Alabama Battleship 2703 Battles Parkway, Mobile. (251) 433-2703. www.ussalabama.com. VSA Arts & Easter Festival Mobile. For information call (251) 343-0958.
Classes/Meetings
APAC - Mobile County Adoptive Family Group Meets the 4th Friday of each month from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Regency Church of Christ, 501 S. University Blvd., Mobile. Parent, Youth/Teen Group and Childcare Is Provided. Topic Discussions & ceu’s for foster families are offered. For more information please call 251-460-2727 * 1-800-489-1886 * or estokes@childrensaid.org. Azalea City Harmony Chorus of Sweet Adelines Meets/rehearses each Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Corner of Sage Ave. and Airport Blvd. For more info call 251-380-0579 or visit www. azaleacityharmony.com.
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La Leche League Mobile Bay Area Breastfeeding support meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. and the fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Meetings are free and open to all women with an interest in breastfeeding. Babies and children are welcome. For information or support contact a leader. 251-689-2085, amandaLLLmobile@yahoo. com, meghanLLL@yahoo.com, or michelleLLLmobile@ yahoo.com. Facebook: La Leche League Mobile Bay Area. Mobile Bay Area La Leche League Meetings are the second Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. The number to call for the location is 251689-2085. We can also be found on Facebook at mobile bay area la leche league. Parent-Child Worship Service Each Wednesday in January and February, Dauphin Way United Methodist Church will offer a new Parent-Child Worship Service from 9:15-10:00 a.m. (room E207) for parents and their children ages birth to four-years-old. Relaxed and filled with music, prayer, a Bible story and coloring, this new program is a wonderful opportunity to worship with your precious little ones. The program will be short, and then kids can play while parents enjoy social time. Contact Dauphin Way UMC at 251-471-1511 for more information. Dauphin Way UMC is located at 1507 Dauphin Street, Mobile. The Family Center • Nurturing Parenting (Mobile) course teaches parenting skills such as teaching cooperation and peaceful bedtimes. Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., 12-wk rotating series. Held at The Exchange Club Family Center of Mobile, 601 Bel Air Blvd, Suite 100. Call 251-479-5700 to register. • Father Central Classes (listed below) in Mobile and Daphne are completely free. Father Central classes offer you free Wal-mart giftcards up to $150, free supper, free gas cards or bus passes, free parent coaching and childcare during class is free! All class materials are free and a certificate of completion is awarded. Participants who refer a friend to a Father Central program receive a $10 giftcard! Must call to schedule advance intake appointment. www.familycentermobile.org. • Father Central of Mobile Classes are Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. • Together We Can: Helping Everyone Cope With Divorce. Mondays, 8 weeks. $50 Wal-mart giftcard upon completion. Begin any Monday. • Positive Fathering, A New & Improved Parenting Class Just For Men. Tuesdays, 12 weeks. $75 Wal-mart giftcard upon completion. • Chill Skills. Thursdays, 4 weeks. $25 Wal-mart giftcard upon completion. Topics are: Stress, Anger Management & Acceptance, Relaxation; Emotional Intelligence & Techniques; Defining, Responding To & Learning from Anger; Defining Abuse & Learning to Cope & Communicate. 251-479-5700 to get started in Father Central, held at The Exchange Club Family Center of Mobile, 601 Bel Air Blvd, Suite 100. www.familycentermobile.org or www. Facebook.com/FatherhoodMobile Mobile Infirmary Hospital For complete information about class dates, times, and locations, or to schedule a tour of our maternity center, please call the childbirth education office at (251) 435-2000. • Alzheimer’s Support Group Meetings for families and caregivers of patients with Alzheimer’s disease. Meets every second Thursday of every month. E.A. Roberts Alzheimer’s Center, 169 Mobile Infirmary Blvd. Preregistration Not required. Free. Call 251-435-6950 for more information. 10-11 a.m. • Birthing Basics Class This course is for parents who either have already experienced childbirth or who prefer to attend just one class because of time constraints. The four-hour weekend session (with breaks) includes a tour and all birthing information. The fee is $30 for patients delivering at Mobile Infirmary. Pre-registration is required; call 435-2000. Every last Sunday of the month. 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. • Cancer Support Group Meets every 4th Tuesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. • Gastric Band Support Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month from 6-7 p.m.
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• Gastric Bypass Support Meets every 2nd Thursday of the month from 6-7 p.m. • Preparation for Childbirth Series This series of classes includes all aspects of labor including natural coping skills and epidural anesthesia. Class participants will practice comfort measures and learn about post-delivery and newborn care. A maternity tour is included. Providence Hospital: www.providencehospital.org Providence Hospital is pleased to offer a variety of classes on childbirth issues. All classes are located in Conference Room I (located just inside the main lobby doors of the hospital beside the Gift Shop) unless otherwise specified. To register for classes or for more information, you may call 639-2938 to speak with our Childbirth Educator, Kathy Wade RN, or email kwade@providencehospital.org. For Daytime Breastfeeding classes only, you may call Marcia Ranew RN, our Lactation Consultant at 633-1749 or email mranew@providencehospital.org. Support Groups • Providence Hospital Breast “Friends” Meets the second Friday of every month at noon in the Moore Conference Room. The Moore Conference Room is located in the cafeteria. Call Robi Jones for more information, 251-639-2852. • Diabetes Support Group Classes meet in the Diabetes Center, Suite D-436 in the Providence Medical Office Plaza. Call 251-633-1987 for more information. Spring Hill Medical Center: www.springhillmedicalcenter.com • Better Breathers Support Group Meeting For people with pulmonary disorders. Meets on the fourth Monday of each month. 2-3 p.m. Gerald Wallace Auditorium. For more information, call 461-2438. • Breastfeeding Class One Wednesday per month. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at The Family Center. Benefits of breastfeeding, getting started, going back to work and FAQs are covered. Call 340-7770 early to pre-register. • Childbirth Preparation Classes Four consecutive Mondays (6:30-9 p.m.) at The Family Center. Register early. The class covers onset of labor, inductions, Cesarean sections, relaxation, anesthesia and postpartum. Includes a tour of the maternity units. Cost: $25 if delivering at Springhill Hospital. Call 340-7769 early to pre-register. • Childbirth Preparation: Accelerated Course One Saturday per month. 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. at The Family Center. Ideal for those who live out of town or will be delivering soon. $25. Call 340-7769 early to pre-register. • Me, Too! A Tour for Siblings Noon on the First Sunday of the month. Join us for an individualized tour and instruction for siblings ages 9 and younger. The event includes a tour of the maternity areas and tips on helping parents with the new baby. Parents must remain with their children. By Appointment ONLY. Call 340-7769 to schedule an appointment. • Infant CPR Learn this potentially life-saving technique while you are pregnant or soon after your baby’s birth. Covers infant CPR and choking. $5 if delivering at SMC. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. The Family Center (Bldg. 2, Fourth Floor). Call 340-7769 early to pre-register. • NAMI Mobile Support Group A support group for family members of those who suffer from mental illness. Meetings are held the third Monday of every month. For more information: Diane Kent at 591-8021. 6-7 p.m., Spring Hill Baptist Church Activity Center. • Resolve Through Sharing For parents who have lost a child before or immediately after birth. Meets the fourth Monday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Gerald Wallace Auditorium. Call 460-5323. USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital www.usahealthsystem.com/usacwh Classes: Advance reservations are required and may be made by calling 415-1069. No children at classes, please. Class size is limited. Advanced
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Family Calendar payment required to secure your reservation. If you are expecting multiples or having a c-section, please call for additional class information. • Preparing for Childbirth All-day Saturday class for the expectant mother and her support person (coach). Topics include: pregnancy changes, labor, role of the support coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, vaginal and cesarean births, postpartum care, and a tour of the maternity areas. Fee per couple: $30. You should plan on beginning the 3-week series when you are approximately 28 weeks pregnant. Class will meet in the CWEB2 Building behind the hospital. Every other month, 9-2. • Childbirth in a Nutshell This class includes a brief overview of labor and a tour of the maternity areas. Class meets first Tuesday every other month from 6:30-9 p.m. in the CWEB2 Building behind the hospital. Fee per couple: $15. • Breastfeeding This one-night class is for expectant and newly delivered mothers and their support persons who want to learn about breastfeeding. Topics include advantages, myths and facts, getting started, correct positioning, latching on, engorgement, returning to work and problem-solving. Class meets second Thursday from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the CWEB2 Building behind the hospital Fee: $5. Registration Information: Credit card payments are accepted by calling 415-1685. Mail payments for classes to: University of South Alabama, Children’s & Women’s Hospital, Education Department, 1700 Center St., Mobile, AL 36604.
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Sesame Street Live, Make A New Friend Come join us at the Mobile Civic Center for Sesame Street Live, Make a Friend at 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Please visit www.mobilecivicctr.com for more information. 27th Annual Coastal Cleanup Show your support and concern for Alabama’s waterways by participating in the 27th Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup, 8 a.m. - noon. You or your organization can make a difference by volunteering to clean up our cherished coastal area. Please visit www.alabamacoastalcleanup.com for more information. GO 5K and Fun Run 7th Annual GO RUN 5K Run/1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, 8:00 a.m. to benefit USA MCI - Gynecologic Cancer Research. The location is University of South Alabama Campus - Mitchell Center Lawn / Moulton Tower. Please visit productionsbylittleredhen.com for more information. Herb Day 2014: Herbs From A to Z An educational seminar presented by the Gulf Coast Herb Society and the Mobile Botanical Gardens. Registration begins at 8:30, program from 9:00 a.m. - Noon. Basic information about selecting, growing and using herbs on the Gulf Coast. New information and ideas will be discussed as well as a take-home garden project. There will also be herbs, garden related objects, and the Herb Society Cookbook for sale. Lunch, prepared by Herb Society members, is included. Mobile Botanical Gardens (5151 Museum Drive). Cost - $30. Registration is required; seating is limited, so don’t delay. Information and registration form at www.gulfcoastherbsociety.org or email: herbday2014@yahoo.com WEMO Arts and Crafts Fair WEMO arts and crafts fair. A fundraiser to support the missions of West Mobile Baptist Church in Mobile. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 7501 Airport Blvd, Mobile. All proceeds will help support our work in the mission’s field, and our youth groups. If you are not an artsy/craftsy person, come to see the displays! We will have a kid’s play area with inflatables, so come with your children for a day of good food and fun. Please visit www.westmobilebaptist.org for more information. “Shrek the Musical” – Chickasaw Civic Center Our 2014-15 season kicks off with “Shrek,” a wild and crazy musical based on the very human monster in the Oscarwinning film that captivated audiences when it debuted in 2001. Sept. 12 through Sept. 28 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM; Sundays, 2:00 PM. Box office opens 1 hour prior to curtain time. Chickasaw Civic Center - 801 Iroquois St, Mobile. Ticket prices: Mainstage Events - Adults $15,
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seniors (60+)/Students/Active Military $12; Special Super Season Events - All Tickets $10. Please visit cctshows.com for more information. Joe Jefferson Players presents “Into the Woods” “Into the Woods” combines the well-known fairy tales of Cinderella, Rapunzel, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Little Red Ridinghood with the story of the Baker and his Wife who desperately want a child. Unfortunately, the Baker and his Wife have been cursed with childlessness by a witch and must perform various missions involving the characters in the other fairy tales to break the spell. September 5th – 21 at 11 S. Carlen St. Friday and Saturday shows are at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays are at 2:00 p.m. Please visit www. joejeffersonplayers.com for more information.
Sunday, September 21
Mobile Fashion Week Mobile Fashion week is from September 21-September 27. Local, regional and national designers unite to present runway shows with looks from local and regional stores. Proceeds from the event benefit Camp Rap-a-Hope, a summer camp for kids diagnosed with cancer. Please visit mobfashionweek.com for more information. 5 Rivers Animal Ambassadors Meet and Greet 2-2:30 p.m., Free. Alabama has one of the highest plant and animal diversities in the United States. Join a member of our human educational staff and meet one of the local critter inhabitants from the Mobile-Tensaw Delta and beyond. Located at 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center on the Causeway. For more information call 251-625-0814 or visit www.Alabama5Rivers.com. 5 Rivers Sunday Matinee, “Last Call at the Oasis” Come out and join us every Sunday for a free family-friendly film. The films play throughout the day. This week, explore the global water crisis, examining deficiencies in the supply service as well as communities affected by water shortages. Located at 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center on the Causeway. For more information call 251-625.0814 or visit www. Alabama5Rivers.com. “Shrek the Musical” – Chickasaw Civic Center See Sept. 20 for details. Joe Jefferson Players presents “Into the Woods” See Sept. 20 for details.
Tuesday, September 23
Vintage Inspiration: The Brides of Downton Abbey The Bragg-Mitchell Mansion will host an exciting fundraiser featuring Cornelia Powell, nationally known author. Please join Ms. Powell for an entertaining look at behind-the-scenes stories and images of the wildly popular PBS series “Downton Abbey” as well as hearing intriguing bits of fashion history, tiara legends, wedding folklore, and much more! We will have a morning coffee and afternoon tea. Admission will be charged for this wonderful fundraiser and seating is limited. Admission includes Ms. Powell’s excellent presentation, a tour of the mansion, refreshments and food, shopping in our gift shop, and a book signing opportunity with Cornelia Powell! Location: Bragg-Mitchell Mansion – 1906 Springhill Avenue, Mobile. For more information, please visit www. braggmitchellmansion.com.
Wednesday, September 24 History Museum Learning Lunch Bring your lunch and we provide drinks and listen at 12 p.m. at 111 South Royal Street. Please visit www.museumofmobile.com for more information. Fall Brown Bag in Bienville Square Fall is back and so is live jazz! Brown Bag your lunch and sit under the swirl of the oak trees in Bienville Square. Live music provided by the City of Mobile Special Events Dept. and Catt Sirten. Wednesdays, through October 29 from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
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Thursday, September 25 Signature Chefs Auction – A March of Dimes Event Bring together top local chefs, caterers, and restaurateurs showcasing their culinary masterpieces, a generous sampling of fine wines, fabulous entertainment and a lively auction featuring one-of-a-kind packages, and you’ve got a perfect recipe for a Signature Chefs Auction event. This event, which helps raise important dollars for the March of Dimes, pays tribute to the culinary excellence of local chefs and caterers in the Mobile/Fairhope areas and is geared toward people who enjoy fine dining, fine wine, auctions and entertainment. Location: Space 301 at 6:00 p.m. For more information, please call Riley McDuff – (251) 3456480 or emcduff@marchofdimes.com. Ladies Night at Mobile Museum of Art Come to MMofA (4850 Museum Dr) for a Ladies Night truly meant for ladies. Part critical discourse, part party. We’ll address the issues and plight of the modern day woman, politics and polish. From suffrage to style tips, we got you. We’ll bring the beer and wine; you bring your favorite nosh, as we dig into gender roles and begin to unpack the nuances of contemporary femininity. 7:00 p.m. 30 Minute Presentation followed by an Open Discussion Mixer. Please visit www.mobilemuseumofart.com for more information.
Friday, September 26
Art Works: The Throwdown 3 Silent auction/ loud party with area artists in a battle of creativity: Each will be given a box with mystery items, a shared supply table, and 90 minutes to create a new work of art to be sold in a live auction; silent auction of items donated by area artists and organizations; music; food and beverages. Benefits Mobile Arts Council’s programs and activities. 6 – 9 p.m. Mobile Arts Council (318 Dauphin St). Please visit www.mobilearts.org for more information. “Shrek the Musical” – Chickasaw Civic Center See Sept. 20 for details.
Saturday, September 27
Ready..Cassette..Go.. The Ultimate 80’s Re-Run 5K Who doesn’t love a flashback to the 80s? From the bright colors and fashion to the entertainment and games, this course is sure to be totally awesome as each kilometer highlights a different theme. Participants will warm up for the run/walk with some 80s aerobics, a hairspray station and a backdrop for tubular photo opps! Participants will also have the chance to win rad prizes through contests along the course, so dress in your 80’s best! The 5k run will take place on the campus of The University of South Alabama, beginning at the Intramural Field (307 N University Blvd University of South Alabama). The race will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. Please visit www.active.com for more information. MDA Muscle Walk Join us for the South Alabama MDA Coast Muscle Walk from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Hank Aaron Stadium. MDA is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases by funding worldwide research. The Association also provides comprehensive health care and support services, advocacy and education. How many muscles does it take to walk? One — your heart. Participate as an individual or organize a team and “Make a Muscle, Make a Difference” for MDA families in your area! Please visit walk.mda.org for more information. Bayfest 5K & Fun/Walk Run Join us in downtown Bienville Square at 8:00 a.m. for the 5K and the Fun Run at 9:00 a.m. to benefit for the BayFest Music Industry Education & Scholarship Programs. Pre-register by mail (entries should be postmarked by September 20), in person at McCoy Outdoor or Run-N-Tri in Mobile or Running Wild in Fairhope until noon on September 25, or online (http://bayfest5k.eventbrite.com) until 4 AM September 26. Early packet pick-up and late registration will be available on Friday, September 26 from 12 – 6 PM at the Port City Pacers Office at 358 Morgan Ave. Race day registration at Bienville Square from 6:307:30 AM.
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Family Calendar 26th Annual Jubilee Festival Join us for the 26th Annual Jubilee Festival. The Jubilee Festival is an Eastern Shore tradition that offers fine art, crafts, great entertainment and great food in Olde Towne Daphne on September 27 and 28. A large screen TV will be set up in the City Council Chambers for the football fans to watch their favorite teams play. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily. Please call (251) 621-8222 for more information. Frozen Saturday – Sunshine Skate Center Join us at sunshine Skate Center (950 Hillcrest Road) for Frozen Saturday from 9:00-11:30 a.m. Wear your favorite princess costume and meet the real Anna & Elsa. We will have Pictures and Autographs available and live performances. Admission: $10. Tinker Session for Teens, Ages 12 and Up – Springhill/Moorer Branch Library Learn how to make pictures with glow sticks, flash lights and other lighted objects using long exposure settings on a digital camera from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Springhill/ Moorer Branch Library. Registration is encouraged. For information or to register, please call 470-7770 or email eenglish@mplonline.org. St Ignatius Impala Gallop St. Ignatius Impala Gallop is a 2-mile certified run/walk to benefit St. Ignatius’ only fundraiser Impala Gala. Race starts at 5:45 p.m. (immediately following 4:30 p.m. mass). Race will start at St. Ignatius Catholic Church on Tuthill Avenue and end at Marion Center on Tuthill Avenue. St. Ignatius Catholic Church is located at 3704 Springhill Avenue Mobile. Register in person at McCoy Outdoor or Run-N-Tri in Mobile until noon on Sept. 26th. Race day registration also available. For more info contact rbwein@hotmail.com. “Shrek the Musical” – Chickasaw Civic Center See Sept. 20 for details.
Sunday, September 28
Thomas Cahill Acclaimed author and historian Thomas Cahill, whose “Hinges of History” series explores the origins of Western culture, will speak as part of a new lecture series at Dauphin Way United Methodist Church. Cahill will address the church’s morning worship service at 10:30 a.m. and give a lecture on his newest book, “Heretics and Heroes,” at 5:30 p.m. A book signing and reception will follow. Both events are free and open to the public. “Shrek the Musical” – Chickasaw Civic Center See Sept. 20 for details. 5 Rivers Sunday Matinee, “The Inexplicable Universe with Neil DeGrasse Tyson” Come out and join us every Sunday for a free familyfriendly film. The films play throughout the day. This week, host Tyson reveals how cutting edge technology enables modern scientists to explore the wonders of the universe as never before. Located at 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center on the Causeway. For more information call 251-625.0814 or visit www.Alabama5Rivers.com. 26th Annual Jubilee Festival See September 27 for more information.
Monday, September 29 Peter Pan, Jr. Auditions – Sunnyside Theatre Auditions for Peter Pan Jr. will be held Sept. 29 and 30th at 7 p.m. at Azalea City for the Arts (63 Midtown Park East). Please visit www.sunnysidedrama.com for more information.
Tuesday, September 30 Peter Pan, Jr. Auditions – Sunnyside Theatre See September 29 for more information.
Wednesday, October 1 Fall Brown Bag in Bienville Square See September 24 for more information.
Thursday, October 2
11th Annual Alabama Coastal Birdfest Weekend Registration is open for the 11th annual Alabama Coastal
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BirdFest. Choose from more than 20 expertly guided trips by boat or on foot to prime birding spots all over Baldwin & Mobile counties. BirdFest also includes two evening speaker/dinner events and the free, family-friendly Bird & Conservation Expo—part of the big Fall into Fairhope weekend. Trips and evening events require advance registration. www.AlabamaCoastalBirdFest.com. Inaugural Boots & BBQ Barn Bash The inaugural Boots & BBQ Barn Bash kicks off to benefit the Children’s of Alabama’s Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic in Mobile. Guests are invited to enjoy an evening of live music and barbecue at Camp Grace, located at 11081 Wanda Drive. Festivities will start at 6:30 p.m., with live music from local country band, the Modern Eldorados. Guests are encouraged to wear their best pair of cowboy boots and enjoy s’mores, hayrides and bonfires. Moe’s Original Bar B Que will provide their award-winning barbecue and sides for dinner. Proceeds from the Boots & BBQ Barn Bash will provide funding for a specialist from the Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic at Children’s of Alabama to hold clinic in Mobile to treat the many children along the Gulf Coast suffering from autoimmune disorders. Currently, these children must travel four hours to Birmingham for treatment. Admission is $60 per person and $500 per table. Please call (251) 510-8103 for more information. Rocks in My Bed - Duke Ellington and His Music Actor and playwright Cedric Liqueur will perform his one-man show, “Rocks In My Bed: Duke Ellington and His Music.” Developed with the cooperation and input of Duke Ellington’s estate, Liqueur’s one-man show is a musical event celebrating the works and life of Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington, an orchestral jazz musician and band leader during the early to mid-20th century. His career spanned 50 years and won many awards, including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. This production is nationally sponsored by Crosley Radio. Cedric Liqueur is a former member of the Royal Shakespeare Company, and has performed a number of solo performances representing historical figures, from baseball player Satchel Paige to William Shakespeare’s King Lear. A Meet and Greet Artist reception follows the presentation. Admission is free. Location: Ben May Main Library (701 Government St.) at 6:30 p.m. For more information call 208-7097. Lego Building Contest 2nd Annual Lego Building Competition at Bright Beginnings School (1901 Schillinger Rd. S., Mobile) from 6-8 p.m. Registration is open to K-5th grade students. Competitor registration is $8 and non-competitor registration is $5. For more information on this event call (251) 689-8253. Springhill Medical Center’s Annual Pink Party Come join us as we Paint Springhill Pink Mardi Gras Style for Breast Cancer Awareness! We will be selling lunch, baked goods, jewelry, crafts, and chocolate goodies from the pink chocolate fountain, t-shirts, and much more. The PINK fire truck from Orange Beach and the purple fire truck from Mobile will be on site. And, there will be a silent auction. Proceeds benefit The American Cancer Society. Location: Springhill Medical Center’s Heart Center, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Friday, October 3
20th Annual Bayfest Music Festival BayFest will celebrate its 20th anniversary on October 3-5, with an expected crowd of more than 200,000 guests, who will make merry in the streets of Downtown Mobile and experience continues music throughout the festival weekend. BayFest offers continuous music for every taste, including country, classic rock, alternative, pop, jazz, R&B, rap, gospel, modern rock and more. One of the festival’s stages, the Launching Pad, is specifically designed to spotlight local and regional talent and showcase acts who aspire for musical greatness. The event also includes a family activity area that has garnered rave reviews - For more information, please visit www.bayfest.com. 11th Annual Alabama Coastal Birdfest See October 2 for information.
Saturday, October 4
Mobile Pops Concert The Mobile Pops Presents “An Evening Under the Stars” at Medal of Honor Park, Mobile County Bicentennial Pavilion at 7 p.m. Free. Please visit www.mobilepopsband.com for more information.
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32nd Annual Grand Festival of Art 32nd Annual Grand Festival of Art takes place on the Faulkner Campus 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow. The show features more than 70 local, regional, national and international artists with more than 20,000 visitors expected. Visitors will find woodworking, blown glass, painting, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, photography and even children’s activities! It is a part of a fun-filled weekend known as “Fall Into Fairhope” that includes the First Friday Art Walk, Grand Festival of Books, Alabama Coastal BirdFest, Mullet Run and Baldwin Pops Founder’s Day Concert. Mullet Run for Bay Art The 5K and 10K benefit youth public art. Race starts at 8:30 a.m. on Bancroft Street. Please visit www. thebayartproject.org/mullet-run.html for more information. 3rd Annual Mobile Early Intervention Playdate in the Park 9am - 12noon, Cottage Hill Park, 1711 Hillcrest Road, Mobile. Enjoy refreshments, arts and crafts, and family fun! Please feel free to bring a tailgate chair or blanket to sit on, & a stroller for your lil’ one. For questions, call 251-4397890. **If weather is bad, the Play Date will be postponed until October 18, 2014. 26th Annual Taste of the Bayou Dozens of chefs from around the Gulf Coast will meet at the Bayou La Batre Community Center (12745 Padgett Switch Road Irvington) to face off for a year’s worth of bragging rights as to who can prepare the best seafood dishes around. Sample fabulous food prepared with the freshest ingredients harvested in our own backyard . . . the Gulf of Mexico. Make sure to see Kay Robertson, the star of A&E’s Duck Dynasty as she will be a celebrity guest speaker for the 2014 event! 6-10 p.m. Please visit tasteofthebayou.org for more information. Creek Crawl - Foley Crawl, Climb and Run through 400 acres of trails on this 5K Obstacle Race! Don’t be afraid of getting a little muddy! The 5 mile race will challenge racers on 25 obstacles and be limited to ages 14 and up. All finishers of this race will receive medals. The 5K course will include at least 15 obstacles of varying difficulty. This family friendly event is for racers 10 years and older. Races will begin with 5 mile Individual Heats at 8:00 AM, 5K Team Heats at 9:00 AM, and 5K Individual Heats at 9:30. This event takes place at Graham Creek Nature Preserve at 23460 Wolf Bay Drive, Foley. Please visit www.active.com for more information. 11th Annual Alabama Coastal Birdfest See October 2 for more information. 20th Annual Bayfest Music Festival See October 4 for more information.
Sunday, October 5
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Studio: Watercolors Centre for the Living Arts will be providing studio classes to deaf and hard of hearing students every first Sunday of each month from August – December 2014. Join us at 1:30 p.m. in the CLA Classroom (301 Conti St, Mobile) for watercolors led by Jennalyn Krulish. RSVP required. Please call Darby Ulery Wiik at 208- 5658 or email cla.education@ cityofmobile.org to sign up. 32nd Annual Grand Festival of Art See October 4 for information. 20th Annual Bayfest Music Festival See October 4 for information.
Monday, October 6
Mobile Pops Concert The Mobile Pops Presents “An Evening with The Pops” at Mary G. Montgomery Auditorium at 7 p.m. Free. Please visit www.mobilepopsband.com for more information.
Wednesday, October 8
Duck’s Unlimited Fall Banquet Please join us for our Mobile Chapter of Ducks Unlimited Annual Fall Banquet. Come out and enjoy fine food, great friends and fellowship! We will have live auctions, silent auctions and super raffles! 6-10 p.m. at Moe’s BBQ
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Thursday, October 9
American Cancer Society Vintage Affair Gala and Late Night Party Join the American Cancer Society in a spectacular event to create a world with more birthdays! Mingle among community leaders at one of Mobile’s premier philanthropic events. An evening filled with elegant hors d’oeuvres from Clifton Morrissette, the smooth sounds of Swing Mobile and exciting silent and live auctions! Wine tasting of varieties awaits you provided by Mobile’s Red or White! We come together to party for a cause, the American Cancer Society will continue to save lives and create more birthdays by helping people to stay well and get well, find cures, and fight back against a disease that has taken too many lives. Let’s join together to save lives... even if it takes all night! At The Alabama Cruise Terminal from 6:00 p.m. - 12 midnight. Tickets to the Vintage Affair from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. are $100 and include entry to Late Night Party. Tickets to the Late Night Party from 9:00 p.m. – midnight are $30 per person. Please visit gala.acsevents. org for more information. St. Ignatius School – Impala Gala The primary fundraiser for St. Ignatius is the Impala Gala. In its 12th year, the “Gala” now includes a fun run, gala and more. Reservations: $35 per person in advance, $40 at the door. Please visit www.impalagala.org for more information. 43rd Annual National Shrimp Festival The 2014 National Shrimp Festival will be held October 9-12. Savor fresh from the gulf seafood at the 43rd Annual National Shrimp Festival during this four-day event that attracts over 300,000 people. This year the festival will play host to more than 80 hours of musical entertainment featuring a lineup of national, regional and local acts. Food is another highlight of the festival with 50 local and regional vendors lining the boardwalk at the public beach with mouthwatering delights. New activities this year include: “Outdoor World” and “Shrimp Festival Idol”. Outdoor World will feature fishing, boating, hunting and other outdoor vendors and activities. Shrimp Festival Idol will be an “American Idol” type competition where high school singers from seven local schools will compete in elimination rounds to find out who will become Shrimp Festival Idol. Families can enter the annual sand sculpture contest on Saturday, & Kids can take part in a myriad of activities in the newly relocated Children’s Activity Village, including face-painting, karaoke and much more. Runner and walkers can enter
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the 10K and 5K races to help work off some of the great food at the festival. All net proceeds of the Run will be donated to Coastal Baldwin Education Enrichment; Orange Beach public schools. Art lovers will have almost 200 booths of fine art and arts and crafts vendors from which to choose. Please visit www.myshrimpfestival.com for more information.
Friday, October 10
LoDa Artwalk Second Fridays in downtown is the place to be! Join downtown art galleries, institutions, studios and unique shops as they open their doors and welcome you inside to see beautiful artwork, sample delicious foods and hear the sounds of the LoDa Artwalk. The ArtWalk gets better and better each month. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the lower Dauphin district. Parents Night Out The Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center offers an opportunity for parents of children ages 4 - 12 to spend a grown up night out at LoDa Artwalk, enjoying all that downtown Mobile has to offer, while their kids enjoy the best in quality, informal education, entertainment and social development in a secure and structured environment. Children will be able to explore the Exploreum’s hands-on, interactive exhibit galleries, experience a kid-friendly feature film, make new friends, enjoy a popcorn snack with lemonade, and learn lots of new stuff from the Exploreum’s team of informal educators! Please visit www.exploreum. com for more information.
Saturday, October 11
Mobile Symphony - “Mad Men: Sinatra and the Pack” featuring vocalist Steve Lippia This tribute to the music of the coolest bad boys’ club of the 60s will be chock full of beloved standards. Sammy, Dean, Frank and the rest of the pack will be there in swingin’ spirit. Featured vocalist Steve Lippia is an indemand Sinatra interpreter with his own long-running show “Simply Sinatra.” Performances: October 11 at 8 p.m. and October 12 at 2:30 p.m. at Mobile Saenger Theatre (6 South Joachim, Mobile). Please visit www.mobilesymphony. org for more information. Walk With Me – Mobile Easter Seals Walk with Me is a national fundraising event to raise awareness and support for families living with disabilities! Individual walkers and teams join hundreds of other passionate people in their communities for a day full of entertainment, fun and, of course, our signature walk! Join us at Hank Aaron Stadium for 8 a.m. check in and 9:00 start time. Please visit www.goodwill-easterseals.org or call (251) 656-2998 for more information. Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes The Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes is a 3 mile walk through the beautiful University of South Alabama campus beginning at the Moulton Bell Tower. The event includes a Health & Wellness Festival, the Healthy Kids Zone, free health screenings, live music, lunch and more. All funds support the American Diabetes Association and its mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Location: University of South Alabama-Moulton Bell Tower. Please visit stepout. diabetes.org or call Carole Grant at (251) 423-1272 for more information. One Fit Mobile Health Awareness Day Join us from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Bienville Square for Health & Fitness Vendors, 5K Color Run, Live Music, Exercise Display from Local Gyms, Health Screenings, Blood Drive, Keep Mobile Walk & Clean Up, Kids Zone and much more! 21 Annual Colonial Isle Dauphine Surround yourself with history at Fort Gaines! Completed in 1861, visitors delight at this site of The Battle of Mobile Bay. Explore the grounds while hearing stories of days gone by, watch live reenactments and see a blacksmith demonstrate his craft. Appreciate today a place where simpler times and historic culture has been preserved. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Cost: $6 Adult $4 Children. Place: Ft. Gaines – 51 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island.
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The Color Run The Color Run, also known as the Happiest 5k on the Planet, is a unique paint race that celebrates healthiness, happiness and individuality. The start-line window will open at 8:00 AM with waves going every few minutes! Make sure you plan your day with plenty of time. At The Color Run, the start line is its own pre-race party with music, dancing, warm-up stretching and giveaways! Start: Mardi Gras Park at Church St and S Royal St, Mobile. Please visit thecolorrun.com/mobile for more information. Broussard’s Piano Gallery presents the 63rd Mobile Piano Ensemble Broussard’s Piano Gallery is proud to present the 63rd Mobile Piano Ensemble in an All-Steinway Piano Concert. The Mobile Piano Ensemble is a non-profit organization that performs a fall concert every year on multiple pianos. The concerts include a selection of pieces ranging from classical standards to popular show tunes. Concert membership includes approximately 30 highly trained pianists that are willing to devote many hours of practice and rehearsal time each year to make every concert a great musical experience. Concert dates are October 11th at 7:30 p.m. and October 12th at 2:30 p.m. The concert will be held at the Davidson High School Auditorium (3900 Pleasant Valley Rd, Mobile). Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children and students. Pinterest Party! Celebrate God’s gift of creativity at a Pinterest Party from 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Springhill Baptist Church. Registration and door prizes begin at 8 a.m. followed by breakfast at 9 a.m. with special guest and author, Beth White. Then celebrate your creativity by choosing up to 4 classes from the 23 being offered. The registration fee is $20/person and deadline to register is Oct. 5. For more information, go to shbc.cc.
Sunday, October 12
Mobile Opera - Afternoon of the Stars Members of the cast of Mobile Opera’s “Werther” will perform their favorite musical selections. Stage Director, Fenlon Lamb, will be on hand to describe the creative process behind the production of “Werther,” and Maestro Andy Anderson will provide commentary about the music and introduce the performers. Enjoy beautiful music and meet the stars over light refreshments following the performance. Location: Ben May/Main Library (701 Government Street) at 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information please call 2087097. The Mobile Opera will perform “Werther” at the Civic Center Theater, October 24 at 8 p.m. and October 26 at 2:30 p.m. For more information please visit www. mobileopera.org or call (251) 432-6772. The Joe Jefferson Pocket Readers Theatre present “Words and Thoughts” The Joe Jefferson Pocket Readers Theatre present “Words and Thoughts”. Selected short stories by previous JJP guest director, Dr. Jerry Henderson. Directed by Rick Miller. Refreshments will be served after the performance. A suggested $5.00 donation is suggested. 2 p.m. at Joe Jefferson Playhouse (11 South Carlen Street). Please call (251) 459-3333 for more information. Mobile Symphony - “Mad Men: Sinatra and the Pack” featuring vocalist Steve Lippia See October 11 for more information. Broussard’s Piano Gallery present s the 63rd Mobile Piano Ensemble See October 11 for more information.
Tuesday, October 14
Anti-Bullying Week - Student Performance Join Mobile playwright, Tom Perez, and his cast of students from the Mobile and Baldwin County middle schools for a performance of “Bullies and Lady-Dogs”, a one-act play that promotes anti-bullying. The ten skits encourage a Zero Tolerance of bullying and offer the audience creative ways to handle bullying, often with humor. The program is sponsored by the South of the Salt Line Foundation, the Mobile Public Library, and the
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Wednesday, October 15 Fall Brown Bag in Bienville Square See September 24 for information.
Thursday, October 16
8th Annual Wine Festival at 5 Rivers Join us for the 8th Annual Wine Festival at 5 Rivers (30945 Five Rivers Blvd, Spanish Fort) from 5:30-8:30 p.m. We will have fabulous wines from around the world and tasty cuisine provided by the best of the bay area restaurants. Proceeds benefit Catholic Social Services. Buy Tickets online at WineFestivalat5Rivers.com. For more information, please call (251) 434-1550. 4th Annual Networking Event for Professional Women Join us for an evening of networking and fun with Mobile and Baldwin Counties’ best and brightest professional women. The Mobile Bar Association Women Lawyers host this yearly event, which this year will feature keynote speaker United States Congresswoman Terri Sewell and will benefit the local organization Our Sisters’ Closet. Our Sisters’ Closet works to increase the self-confidence and job opportunities of disadvantaged women who are job seeking by providing free interview and workplace clothing, job search support, and career advancement training to women, men and teens. The event welcomes women from all professions. Come join us and enjoy a fantastic speaker, door prizes, food, drink, and fun, while gaining professional contacts and supporting a great cause. Cost - $20, Location: Regions Bank Pharr Room (RSA Battle House Tower). Please contact Abby Richardson at (251) 338-1695 for more information.
Friday, October 17
Drama Camp Productions and Sunnyside Theatre present “Treasure Island” Join us for this classic retelling of the swashbuckling Long John Silver and his encounter with Jim Hawkins and the rest of the crew. “Treasure Island” will be performed at the Louise R. Moorer Center for Performing Arts on the campus of St. Luke’s Upper School. October 17 – 7 p.m., Saturday – 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. For more information, call Owner/Director Chris Paragone at (251) 510-1808.
Saturday, October 18
Buddy Walk The Down Syndrome Society of Mobile County will be hosting their 7th Annual Buddy Walk in Bienville Square, Downtown Mobile. Registration beings at 9 a.m. and the walk begins at 10 a.m. We will have live music by The Lizards, vendors, games for kids of all skills and ages, face painting, food and much more! The Buddy Walk is a one-mile walk to help promote awareness and inclusion of people with Down syndrome in our community. You can register to walk, join one of the teams, or you can create your own team at www.ezeventsolutions.com/fr/ DSSMC/2014BuddyWalk . We will have prizes for the top three teams and the team with most walkers. Deadline for sponsors and to guarantee your shirt is October 1st. Your registration includes a t-shirt and it’s your ticket to enjoy all the activities. For more information contact: Dora Harding at 442-1128 or email downsyndromesociety@gmail.com. 4th Annual Dog River Clearwater Revival Fishing Tournament Lines in at 6 a.m. and out at 2:30 p.m. Fish can come from anywhere in inshore Alabama waters (Mobile/Baldwin County only). Weigh-in will be at The River Shack from 2-3:30 p.m. Captains Meeting will be Friday, October 17th at The River Shack from 5:30 PM - 7 PM. Register and pay in person at The Rivershack Restaurant, Springdale Travel, or at the Captains’ meeting and online at www. dogriver.org. Adult fee $35 and Youth (age 5-15) fee $15 and Children (5 and under) are free. Adult and Youth fish categories: Speckled Trout, Flounder, Redfish. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. $50/boat Lunker Trout Category.
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Children fish Category: Croaker. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. All proceeds to go towards Dog River Clearwater Revival’s efforts to improve and protect the water quality of Dog River. Please visit www.dogriver.org for more information. Paddle Bayou La Batre Paddlers will have an up-close and personal experience of being on a true working bayou, lined with shipyards, shrimpboats, oyster skiffs, and scenic natural vistas. Experience and learn about the bayou’s history as you traverse the waters. Paddle under the vertical lift bridge, one of Bayou La Batre’s landmarks. Enjoy Bayou cuisine afterwards. The trip is approximately 6 miles with an option to take out at 2.5 miles. Proceeds from this event are going to three local organizations: The Bayou La Batre-Coden Historical Foundation endeavors to preserve our local history, The Bayou La Batre Beautification Committee’s “Sharon Darlene’ Project and the Alma Bryant High School Archery Team. Please visit paddlebayoulabatre.org for more information. Dauphin Island Sunset Bridge 5K Run The run benefits Dauphin Island & the Villages of South Mobile County and is organized by South Mobile County Tourism Authority. The race starts at Event headquarters at Dauphin Island Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Site (531 Lemoyne Drive, Dauphin Island). Race starts at 5:00 p.m. Register by mail (entries should be postmarked by October 12th), in person at McCoy Outdoor or Run-N-Tri in Mobile or Running Wild in Fairhope until noon on October 18th, or online at Eventbrite.com until midnight October 19th. Race day registration at the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Site from 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Polo at the Point The Gulf Coast’s premier charity sporting event has designated Thomas Hospital and Mitchell Cancer Institute as the main beneficiaries. Event highlights include world class polo, gourmet cuisine, champagne, divot stomping, tailgating fun, reserved seating, garden party attire in the luncheon tent, Mercedes Drawn Down, Silent Auction, Night-Time Player’s Party and much more. Sonny Hill-Clearwater Polo Complex, Point Clear. For more information, please call (251) 928-9704 or visit www.poloatthepoint.com. Family Friendly Reception – Art of India Exhibit A family friendly reception will be held for Ark of India: An Alabama Artist explores Southern Asia at the Museum of Mobile (111 South Royal Street, Mobile) from 9-5. Please call (251) 208-7508 or visit www.museumofmobile.com for more information. 1st Annual Alabama Youth Sports Combine Breast Cancer Walk AYSC 1st Annual Breast Cancer Walk/Run & Fun Run will be held at 8:00 a.m. at Baker High School. It will be a 5k walk/run and also have a one mile fun run/walk. The walk will benefit Breast Cancer Awareness. T Shirts will be given to anyone that registers before October 1. Register at Alabama Youth Sports Combine 2513 Leroy Stevens Rd or call (251) 633-6263. Drama Camp Productions and Sunnyside Theatre present “Treasure Island” See October 17 for more information.
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Drama Camp Productions and Sunnyside Theatre present “Treasure Island” See October 17 for more information.
Tuesday, October 21
Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group Join us for Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group, known for being one of the great American singer-songwriters of the last 35 years, Lyle’s unique country, jazz, folk fusion is continually praised by audiences of all ages. Location: Saenger Theatre (6 South Joachim Street, Mobile) at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.mobilesaenger.com for more information.
Wednesday, October 22 Dr. Wiley October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! Dyslexia is a learning disability that is neurobiological in origin and impacts reading, writing, and spelling. Did you know that
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1 in 5 people are dyslexic? Talk by Dr. Wiley, a specialist in ADHD, on attention & dyslexia at 6 p.m. in UMS-Wright Preparatory School Auditorium (65 Mobile Street, Mobile). This event is free and open to the public. For more information call (251) 378-8635. Fall Brown Bag in Bienville Square See September 24 for more information.
Friday, October 24
Mobile Opera presents “Werther” For the first time on Mobile Opera’s stage, Massenet’s lush and tragically beautiful music draws us into the depths of Goethe’s spell-binding story of Werther’s obsession with Charlotte and a love that can only end in desperation and death. Performances will be held October 24 and 26, 2014 at the Mobile Civic Center Theater (401 Civic Center Dr, Mobile). Please visit www.mobileopera.org for more information. 31st Annual Renaissance Festival GATALOP 31 Hosted by the Society of Creative Anachronism, the Barony of Osprey will present Life in the Middle Ages. You will see Knights in Armor as they storm the castle, view melee’s and sieges. Visit with Lords, Ladies, Artist, and Medieval Merchants. Watch our resident Blacksmith demonstrate his craft in the Fort’s original Blacksmith Shop. October 24, 8 a.m. - October 25, 5 p.m. at Fort Gaines, 51 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island. Please visit www.dauphinisland.org for more information. Trick or Treat for Dyslexia – B Boutique Trick or Treat for Dyslexia at B Boutique (30500 State highway 181, Spanish Fort) 5:30-7:00 p.m.! Join us for the Eastern Shore Center’s annual trick or treat event. Kids & adults are encouraged to dress up like famous dyslexics, and volunteers will be passing out dyslexia facts to all trick or treaters. 10% of sales from B Boutique on 10/24 will go toward Alabama Branch of International Dyslexia Association, and sponsorships are also available.
Saturday, October 25
Market on the Square Join us each Saturday on Cathedral Square for farm fresh flavor! The fall harvest is in, so come and get your fresh greens, fall corn, squash, peppers, sweet potatoes, pastas, seafood, sausages, eggs, goat milk cheese, breads and baked goods. Also shop for locally produced goods like handmade candles, soaps, pottery, and much more. Stay for live music. Market on the Square for Fall: Oct. 12 - Nov. 23. For more information call (251) 208-1558. American Cancer Society Making Strides Walk Making Strides against Breast Cancer is a celebration of survivorship an occasion to express hope and our shared determination to make this breast cancer’s last century. The fight to end breast cancer starts with a single step. Join millions of people in more than 300 communities nationwide and take that step with us at the American Cancer Society Making Strides of South Alabama walk. Just a few hours of your time at our non-competitive, 5K event will help bring a lifetime of change for people facing breast cancer and their families. 8:00am at Mardi Gras Park, Downtown Mobile (Corner of Royal St and Church St). Please visit makingstridessouthalabama.org for more information. Cardboard City This event is to raise money and awareness of homelessness. All proceeds benefit Family Promise of Coastal Alabama, and Sybil H. Smith Family Village. Please visit www.familypromisemobile.org/cardboardcity for more information. Dauphin Way Baptist Church “Shirley Looney Memorial” Car Show Dauphin Way Baptist Church will be hosting their 5th Annual “Shirley Looney Memorial” Car Show from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. There will be a vast array of cars, trucks, hot rods and rat rods for all car enthusiasts to enjoy. Awards will include Shirley’s Choice, Best of Show PLUS $250 Cash, People’s Choice, Best Paint, Best Interior, Best Engine, Top 30 and Sponsor. The entry fee is $20 if received by October 17, and $25 day of show. Each additional car is $10. Registration is from 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m., with judging around noon. Awards will be presented at 3:00 p.m. You do not have to pre-register to participate. We will also have 30 or more vendors selling unique and interesting items. Hamburgers and hot dogs
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Ray Lamontagne Concert – Saenger Theatre The Grammy Award-winning artist will be playing with special guest The Belle Brigade at the Saenger Theatre (6 South Joachim Street, Mobile). Please visit www. mobilesaenger.com for more information. McGill-Toolen Catholic High School Campus and Curriculum Tour 5:00pm. For more information, please contact Jennifer Tolbert at (251) 445-2913 or tolberj@mcgill-toolen.org.
Rileigh & Raylee Angel Ride and Concert Join us October 30, 31 and November 1 for the 13th Annual Angel Ride and Concert at Oak Hollow Farm (14210 South Greeno A full listing of Fall Festivities and Halloween Road, Fairhope). The Festivities kick off at the campground at Oak Hollow Farms with Fun can be found on page 40. the Thursday Bonfire and live entertainment by Cool Rayz. Another favorite band, Wet Registration information from 2015-2016 will be available. Willie, plays on Friday night at the Halloween Friday Night Please call (251) 433-9904 for more information. “Spooktacular” concert. New this year is an expanded Sunday, November 9 Sports Bar area so participants can enjoy the weekend St. Paul’s Episcopal School Open House for PreK-2 Grade. festivities and still catch the important games. We don’t just see students...we see potential. Come Saturday opens with the vendor expo, the custom bike experience all the unique educational opportunities that St. show at noon, and then the ride at 2:30 p.m., when a roar Paul’s Episcopal School has to offer. We invite you to join fills the air as hundreds of bikers take a scenic ride through us to Discover What Matters. Open House for Prospective Baldwin County and along Mobile Bay. Lynyrd Skynyrd will PreK-2nd Grade Students and Parents from 3:00-5:00pm. be playing November 1. For more information on tickets, For more information or to RSVP contact our Admissions camping, and more, visit www.angel-ride.org. Office at (251) 461-2131 or admissions@stpaulsmobile.net. Sunday, November 16 UMS-Wright Open House from 1-3 pm. For more information, contact Anne Stabler at 251-470-9044. Sunday, November 2 UMS-Wright will host the 12th annual Bulldog Run. The 5K We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this inforcourse and Half-mile Fun Run for children 10 and under mation. However, you should always call ahead to confirm will begin at 4 pm from Bulldog Drive on UMS-Wright dates, times, location, and other information.
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Preparatory School campus. For more information and to register, visit our website at www.ums-wright.org under Parents’ Association. Tuesday, November 4 St. Mary Catholic School Parent Night. Come explore the opportunities. Dinner and Information packets: 5:306:30pm. Open House and Curriculum Tours: 6:30-7:30pm.
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the new exhibit “Ark of India.” Enjoy a presentation by the museum’s curator, Scotty Kirkland. Beverages are provided. 12 p.m. at Museum of Mobile at 111 Royal Street. Please visit www.museumofmobile.com for more information. Fall Brown Bag in Bienville Square See September 24 for more information.
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Dolphin Tale: 2
No Good Deed
MPAA Rating: PG Overall: AViolence: B Sexual Content: A Language: A Alcohol / Drug Use: AThe MPAA has rated Dolphin Tale 2 PG for some mild thematic elements. Winter and Hope are two real dolphins that live in the Clearwater Marine Aquarium in Florida. Both have been rescued and rehabilitated at the facility but will never be able to return to the ocean. You can watch both animals on the aquarium’s live webcam: http://www.seewinter.com. Their history is interesting. But it takes a few additional characters and some plumping up to make it the stuff of movies because although these two swimming mammals are central to the plot line, Dolphine Tale 2 really is a coming-of-age story. Audiences met Winter in the first Dolphin Tale movie when she was rescued from a crab trap. Dr. Clay Haskett (Harry Connick Jr.) operates the facility that takes in injured sea animals. Working along side him and the rest of the staff are his father (Kris Kristofferson), his daughter Hazel (Cozi Zuehlsdorff), and her friend Sawyer (Nathan Gamble). Through some miraculous medical intervention on the part of Dr. Cameron McCarthy (Morgan Freeman), Winter was fitted with a prosthetic tail that allowed her to swim more naturally. And she became an ambassador of sorts for other amputees -- everyone from children to former military personnel -who connected with the gregarious mammal. Since her arrival, Winter has been paired with Panama another female dolphin. But when Panama dies of old age, Winter sinks into a depressed state. Since companionship is essential for the well-being of these social animals, Clay and the rest of the staff know they only have so long to find a new chum for the unhappy dolphin. Othewise she’ll be transferred to a different aquarium. Meanwhile, Sawyer, one of Winter’s main caregivers, has been invited to attend a highly regarded marine biology course held aboard a sailing ship. But with Winter still grieving the loss of Panama, he is hesitant to leave. From a family perspective, Dolphin Tale 2 is about as friendly as you can get for older children. The only hint of sexual content is some mild jealousy that flares up when Hazel sees a pair of young volunteers flirting with Sawyer. Injured animals and the death of one dolphin may be the biggest worry. Sawyer also suffers facial cuts and bruises when Winter reacts violently to the death of her swimming companion. While young kids will likely love the playful dolphins, they might be a little bored when the script heads to dry land and focuses on Sawyer’s schooling dilemma. Yet for those buying tickets for this aquatic drama, the film offers a strong environmental message and a charming story of friendship between the humans and the dolphins. Best of all, this movie may also inspire a whole new generation of viewers to consider a career in marine biology or at least a visit to their local aquarium.
MPAA Rating: PG-13 Overall: CViolence: D+ Sexual Content: BLanguage: D Alcohol / Drug Use: C+ The MPAA has rated No Good Deed PG13 for sequences of violence, menace, terror, and for language. It is a dark and stormy night when Terri (Taraji P. Henson) opens her door to a stranger. Sporting a bloody gash on his forehead, Colin Evans (Idris Elba) claims he has had a car accident and needs to use her phone. Offering to let him use her landline on her front porch is one thing, but inviting him inside to wait for the tow truck is another. If any movie will keep people from offering a helping hand to someone unknown, No Good Deed could be it. While I’m not arguing against carefulness (or even extreme caution), this film reinforces the fear that the world is a big bad place -- because in this case it is. For teens without a healthy sense of community, this message may make things even scarier and more isolating. For her part, Terri isn’t blameless. The former prosecuting lawyer turned stay-at-home mother of two has just watched her husband head out the door for a weekend golf trip. Short on sleep and adult attention, she lets down her guard and allows herself to be charmed by the handsome stranger who quickly ingratiates himself with her daughter Ryan (Mirage Moonschein). But the audience knows where things are headed. By the time he rings Terri’s doorbell, Colin has already killed two prison guards and his ex-girlfriend in a graphic and violent act that is repeatedly shown in flashback. He’s also been declared a malignant narcissist by one of the parole officers who refused to approve the convict’s early release. (That officer is lucky he isn’t dead as well.) While Colin’s intentions aren’t entirely understood, it becomes increasingly clear that he won’t let anything stand in the way of getting what he wants. The stormy weather is only one of the established conventions of a thriller this film employs for the purpose of scaring viewers. Somewhere along the way Terri drops her cell phone making it inoperable when she needs it. As well, the house is full of shadows, kitchen knives and creaking floors. Still, not all are believable. One character, after being knocked unconscious with a fireplace grate, jumps up and resumes fighting without a hint of grogginess. It makes for a great jump scene -- but it doesn’t seem very realistic. Eventually Colin pushes this mom of two into a corner and Terri reacts like a protective mama bear whose cubs are in danger. As a result, threats, intimidation and brutal violence aimed at women leads to fierce and often bloody retaliation. A couple of strong sexual expletives and a host of other profanities also follow. Not only will No Good Deed discourage you from helping a stranger, it will likely also make you much less trusting of those you think you know.
What Parents need to know about No Good Deed...
Violence: The movie contains scenes of both non-graphic and explicit violence. Several characters are shot and killed at close range. A character is strangled before having her neck broken. Another is killed with a garden implement. Characters are choked, violently stabbed, hit with heavy objects and brutalized. Bloody wounds are shown in several scenes. Couples argue. A man slaps a woman and knocks her down. Later a woman slaps a man and knocks him down. A car crash causes some bloody facial injuries. Flashbacks of a gruesome murder are repeatedly shown. A character falls out of a window after being shot several times in the chest. Sexual Content: A woman wears a low cut dress. Some crude sexual innuendo and comments are included. The outline of a naked man is shown. A character is involved in an affair. Some embracing and kissing is shown. Language: Two strong sexual expletives are used in a non-sexual context. Other profanities, scatological slang, crude and vulgar language and terms of Deity are also included in the script. Alcohol / Drug Use: Characters drink beer and wine. Smoking is shown.
What Parents need to know about Dolphin Tale 2... Violence: Human and animal characters are upset when a dolphin dies. Some characters argue briefly. A character is accidentally hurt by an animal. Some brief moments of peril occur. Sexual Content: A girl is slightly jealous of a new staff member. Language: None noted. Alcohol / Drug Use: A man is shown with a bottle in his hand. Mobile Bay Parents I October 2014
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