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What’s Inside General Information ........................................ 5 Festival Overview .............................................. 6 Parking/Shuttle Information ............................. 7 10k/5k Run/Sand Sculpture Contest ................. 9 Entertainment Lineup ............................. 10-11 Entertainment Headliners .............................. 12 Volunteer Information .................................... 14 Shrimp Festival Idol ........................................ 15 Event Schedule .............................................. 16 Festival Map .............................................. 16-17 Accomodations .............................................. 17 2013 Poster Artist ........................................... 18 Retail Vendors ............................................... 20 Fine Art Vendors ................................. 20, 22, 24 Arts & Crafts Vendors .......................... 24-26, 28 Children’s Activity Village Vendors ................. 28 Food Vendors ................................................. 30 A specialty publication of Gulf Coast Newspapers
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Festival Hours Oct. 10-13, 2013 Thursday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Admission Thanks to our generous sponsors this event is FREE to everyone!
Location The Festival is held at the public beach access in Gulf Shores where Hwy. 59 ends and intersects with Hwy. 182. For information on parking and shuttle services see page 7. Festival map on pages 16-17.
Rules & Regulations Please respect the following guidelines and local ordinances to ensure a safe and enjoyable festival for all attendees.
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n No weapons of any kind n No unauthorized vendors or exhibitors n No unauthorized amplification or sound-producing devices n No unauthorized signs or written material n No pamphleteering n No animals allowed in the festival n No personal coolers or glass containers n Do not block or impede walkways, including usage of skateboards, roller-blades, bicycles or other devices.
Official Poster Cover art by Loran Chavez. See story on page 18.
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Gulf Shores celebrates small food with big variety n Shrimp festival features live music, children’s activities, arts and crafts, cooking demonstrations By Jessica Jones Editor “It’s one of the best festivals in the US.” Ed Rodriguez, president of the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce might be a bit partial when it comes to the 42nd Annual National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores, but some would argue, he’s got good reason. “There’s something for everybody,” he began. “If you want to go to a food festival, it’s a food festival; if you want go to an art festival, it’s an art festival; if you want to go to a music festival, you’ve got it. It’s all those things.” The festival is held the second full weekend in October, Oct. 10-13 this year, Thursday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is free to the public and is held in Gulf Shores at the intersection of highways 59 and 182. Parking is firstcome, first-served and the shuttle service is recommended. An interdenominational church service will be held on the West Stage on Sunday from 9-10 a.m. The festival typically attracts 250,000 visitors and features 250 vendors. A seafood sampling tent offers free
tastes, plus cooking demonstrations, in addition to the festival’s many food vendors. Arts and crafts vendors offer original pieces for one-of-a-kind souvenirs and keepsakes, while the Retail Marketplace holds a plethora of goodies for guests to enjoy. Official merchandise, including the official 42nd Annual National Shrimp Festival poster by Loran Chavez, can be found at any of the “shrimp-colored” tents
“It’s one of the best festivals in the US.” — Ed Rodriguez, president of the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce
throughout the festival. Another aspect of the event is the manpower that goes on behind the scenes, Rodriguez offered. “One amazing thing about this festival is there’s probably 400 to 500 volunteers that go into this festival and 80 to 100 on the committee,” he explained. “Without them, we couldn’t do it with only six of us (staffers) full time.” Continued on page 8
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Parking is first come, first serve at and around the festival site. The festival site is surrounded by privately owned businesses and private residential houses/condos. These owners control the parking and parking fees on their property, not the Alabama Gulf Coast Chamber, Annual National Shrimp Festival, or the City of Gulf Shores. We strongly recommend festival attendees take advantage of the B.R.A.T.S shuttle service.
BRATS Park -N- Ride Baldwin Rural Area Transit System (B.R.A.T.S) Continuous Shuttle Service Cost: $2 Per Passenger One Way Shuttle hours: Thursday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. North Shuttle Stops
1. Pelican Place at Craft Farms, 3800 Gulf Shores Parkway 2. Belle Foods, 1545 Gulf Shores Parkway 3. Erie Meyer Civic Center, North Parking Lot, 1930 West 2nd St.
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1. Pier 33, Hwy 182 West 2. Sea Oats, 1872 West Beach Blvd./Hwy 182 3. Waves Grocery and Package Store, West Beach Blvd./W. 11th St.
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1. Gulf State Park Campstore Located in the Campground 2. Orange Beach Winn Dixie 3. Orange Beach Walmart Market, 25241 Perdido Beach Blvd. 4. Flora-Bama Lounge 17401 Perdido Key Dr.
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Continued from page 6 Guests have many opportunities to enjoy entertainment and activities. Here’s a glance at some of the festivities the Shrimp Festival has to offer:
Children’s Activity Village
The young and young at heart can enjoy a variety of entertainment options at the Children’s Activity Village. The area features arts and crafts, games, music and play areas, all under adult supervision, and is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The area has moved slightly north and into the street from last year; it is located at the west edge of the festival.
begin at 8 a.m. Saturday and the 5k will begin at 8:30. Registration information and applications are available at myshrimpfest.com.
Shrimp Festival Idol
According to Rodriguez, this is the first year for Shrimp Festival Idol. High school students throughout all of Baldwin County will compete. Vocal talents will be displayed on the west entertainment stage on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Shawna P. of “The Voice” will emcee the contest. Students and schools will win as selected singers earn cash prizes and scholarships. “There’s a huge focus on having something for all ages,” Rodriguez revealed.
Sand Sculpture Contest
Bands will perform all four days on two different stages. See pages 10-11 for the entertainment lineup.
The Sand Sculpture Contest at the Annual National Shrimp Festival will be held on Saturday on the beach at the southwest corner of the Festival grounds at the public beach access. Registration begins on the beach at 11 a.m. and building occurs from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. when the Sand Sculptures are judged by a carefully selected panel of judges. A building team is allowed a maximum of four members. All participants will receive a plastic sand bucket and shovel. The four team categories are: 5-10 years age group; 11-15 years age group; 16 years and up; and Family (All ages). If adults wish to help their child/children, enter the Family category. Prizes will be given for first, second and third places and honorable mention in each category.
Outdoor World
Live Music
Entertainment is offered on two different stages and runs 12 hours a day on each stage Thursday, Friday and Saturday, plus Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “There will be classic rock, ‘90s rock, we have country, R&B, a little of everything,” Rodriguez divulged. The East Stage is sponsored by Wind Creek Casino and the West Stage is sponsored by Organized Seafood Association; entertainers include: Everclear, the Adam Holt Band, Lisa Christian, the Tip Tops, Willie Sugarcapps, Ryan Conner, Yankie & the Hellz Yeah, Sugarcane Jane, Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster, the Beach Billy’s, Greg Fells, Buring Cypress and Kyle and Karl.
Cooking Demonstrations
Renowned chefs will offer insight into their culinary creativity with cooking demonstrations and sampling at the Zatarain’s Seafood Sampling Tent at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. daily near the West entertainment stage. The Restaurant Challenge winner will be recognized at 3:15 p.m. on Saturday.
10k/5k Run
This officially-sanctioned run has been a part of the Shrimp Festival since 1977. Taking place at Orange Beach Sportsplex, 4385 William Silvers Parkway, the 10k will
“We added some activities for people who are outdoor enthusiasts — exhibits on hunting and fishing and things you can do outdoors on the Gulf Coast,” Rodriguez said. “It’s brand new this year.” Peruse vendors specializing in outdoor activities and sample the best of what the Gulf has to offer. Photos by Capt. Mark Robinson
The festival hosts a variety of arts and crafts vendors. Every year Tracy Womack displays her flameworked glass jewelry.
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Festival Events: Saturday, Oct. 12th
Time 10k Run at 8 a.m. 5k Run at 8:30 a.m. Location Orange Beach Sportsplex 4385 William Silvers Parkway Orange Beach The history of the Annual National Shrimp Festival Run dates back to 1977. It began as a 5-mile race that started and ended at Bayou Village in Gulf Shores. Over the years, the race has made many transitions, even taking a temporary leave of absence in 2010. The race is an officially sanctioned event of the Annual National Shrimp Festival, produced by the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce. Working with a strong group of dedicated volunteers, the 2013 Annual National Shrimp Festival 10k Run is planning the best event to date! All net proceeds of the Run will be donated to Coastal Baldwin Education Enrichment, benefiting the local Gulf Shores and Orange Beach public schools. Register Visit http://myshrimpfest.com/events/ details/10k-5k-run, or email shrimpfest@ run42k.com.
Registration 11 a.m. Contest Hours 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location On the beach — west end of the beach at the public beach access. Stop at the information booth (main entrance) for location assistance. Maximum 4 members per team All participants will receive a sand bucket Age Categories 5-10 years 11-15 years 16 years & up Family (all ages)* *If you wish to help your child/children please enter the “Family” category. $100 CASH PRIZE for “Family” category only! Prizes Winner: (1) Sand Sculpture Trophy per team, (4) ribbons & (1) poster per team member (limit 4) 2nd Place: (4) ribbons & (1) poster per team member (limit 4) 3rd Place: (4) ribbons & (1) poster per team member (limit 4) Honorable Mention: (4) ribbons & (1) poster per team member (limit 4) Sponsored By: Ike’s Beach Services
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2013 Entertainment Lineup East Stage Sponsor: Wind Creek Casino West Stage Sponsor: Organized Seafood Association
Thursday, Oct. 10
East Stage 10-11:30 A.M. 11:45 A.M.-1:15 P.M. 1:30-3 P.M. 3:30-5:30 P.M. 6-7:30 P.M. 8-10 P.M.
West Stage Lisa Christian Jim St. James Midnight Confessions Stephen & Les The Sand Band The Tip Tops
10 A.M.-12 P.M. Elaine Petty — Smokin Elvis 12:30-2:30 P.M. Top Hat & Jackie 3-5 P.M. Willie Sugarcapps 5:30-7:30 P.M. Tony Goulas 8-10 P.M. Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster
Friday, Oct. 11
East Stage
West Stage
10-11:30 A.M. Ryan Connor 11:45 A.M.-1 P.M. Vic Saul 1:30-3:30 P.M. Lee Yankie & the Hellz Yeah 4-6 P.M. Maggie Koerner 6:30-8 P.M. Voodoo Bayou 8:30-10 P.M. Blackjack Billy
10 A.M.-11:30 P.M. Will Kimbrough 11:45 A.M.-1:30 P.M. Long Lost Friend 2-3:30 P.M. Laura Lynn Danley & Justin Patterson 4-6 P.M. Sugarcane Jane 6:30-8 P.M. Ryan Balthrop & Friends 8:30-10 P.M. Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster
Saturday, Oct. 12
East Stage
West Stage
10-11:30 A.M. John Cook/Cowboy Johnson 11:45 A.M.-1:30 P.M. Brent Burns 2-3:30 P.M. Jason Abel Project 4-5:30 P.M. Varlet 6-7:30 P.M. Jason Justice & Hung Jury 8-10 P.M. Voodoo Bayou
10 A.M.-12 P.M. 12:15-1:30 P.M. 1:45-3:15 P.M. 3:45-5:30 P.M. 6-8 P.M. 8:30-10 P.M.
Shrimp Fest Idol Contest The Beach Billy’s Betsy Badwater Jim “Dawg” Parks Band Spyn Reset Everclear
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Sunday, Oct. 13
East Stage
West Stage
10-11:30 A.M. 11:45 A.M.-1 P.M. 1:15-3 P.M. 3:30-5 P.M.
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Everclear, Blackjack Billy to headline Shrimp Festival entertainment
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he 42nd Annual National Shrimp Festival is closer than you think, and organizers believe this year’s entertainment lineup is sure to please music lovers of all types. Produced by the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce, this year’s Festival will take place Oct. 10 – 13 where Ala. Highway. 59 meets the Gulf. While the Festival is named for the tasty Gulf shrimp that are featured in numerous food vending booths, many come for the top-flight entertainers that grace two stages from morning to night for four straight days. This year, veteran rockers Everclear will headline Saturday’s entertainment, and Nashville-based up-and-comers BlackJack Billy will headline Friday’s lineup. The traditional Thursday headliners, local favorites the Sand Band and the Tip Tops will once again take the stage to rock the first night of
“This year we made a conscious decision to find the best bands in the region.” — Tommy Halco, Festival entertainment chair
the Festival. Tradition will also round out the Festival on Sunday with the Andy Smith Band closing out the Festival entertainment schedule for at least the 13th year in a row. Whether it’s Everclear’s post-grunge and alternative rock ‘n roll, BlackJack Billy’s country influenced stylings, Motown showband sounds from Tip Tops, ‘70s and ‘80s party music of Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster, or blues and jazz tinged melodies of Willie Sugarcapps and Grammy winner Tony Goulas, this year’s entertainment lineup has something for everyone. “This year’s lineup is diverse, as usual. We’ll have music at both the Wind Creek Casino East Stage and the Organized Seafood Association West stage, not to mention the Runa Packa Wind Rhythms Native American band,” Chamber Special Events Director Ann vonEberstein said. “Everyone should be able to find a style of music to their liking.” Festival Entertainment Chair Tammy Halco said her committee searched long and hard to find the bands that will appeal to Festival crowds. “This year we made a conscious decision to find the best bands in the region,” she said. “We have bands that hail from as far away as Portland and Denver, but we’re recognized as one of the top festivals in the Southeast, and we decided our music lineup should reflect the best music from our local and regional music scene as well as artists from across the country
Blackjack Billy that are well on their way to stardom.” There are many excellent bands that are scheduled to play in support of the headliners, according to Halco. “Spyn Reset played an afternoon gig for us last year featuring their progressive electronic instrumental music, and I must have had 75 people come up to me and tell me how great they were. They sold out of every piece of merchandise they brought with them. We have them back this year for a later performance,” she said. “Varlet is a psychedelic rock band with experimental folk, indie and jazz influences.” The blues will figure prominently in this year’s lineup. Betsy Badwater, Ryan Balthrop, Greg Fells and Adam Holt, along with the previously-mentioned Willie Sugarcapps and Tony Goulas all play blues-influenced music. “We’re not far from the Mississippi Delta, where blues was born,” Halco said. “These musicians are part of our push to feature our regional talent.” Festival Chairman Matt Mogan said some policies introduced at last year’s Festival pertaining to audiences for the entertainment will be implemented once again this year. “We’re staying with our ‘No Chair’ policy for the areas directly in front of the stages,” he said. “In the past, some of our audience members would show up as soon as the Festival opens and they would place their camp chairs right in front of the stage. They would leave the chairs, and show back up just before the headliners took the stage. Sometimes their chairs would be moved and tempers would flare.” Mogan said barricades will be placed 20 or 30 feet in front of the stages and security guards will be there to make sure the area right in front of the performers is reserved for people to stand and dance. Along with top regional artists, many local artists including Brent Burns and Lisa Christian will perform as well. “We’re dedicated to bringing our fans the best music our area has to offer,” Halco said. For a complete lineup of Festival entertainment see the website at myshrimpfest.com and click on the Music link or see page 10-11.
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When former Annual National Shrimp Festival Chairman Ron Kutter decided 2012 was to be his sixth — and last — year to lead the event, he knew he had a big decision on his hands. As the outgoing chairman, Kutter had to recommend someone to the staff at the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce to replace him. While it was a big decision, Kutter said it was one of the easiest he’s ever had to make. “When it came down to it, I could only think of one person that I was certain could do the job as well as
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the food vendors for several years. After the 2006 Festival, I decided that even though I loved the work involved with the Fest, I thought it was time to give someone else a chance. I had a wife, two growing children and a business that was growing as well that needed my attention more than the Festival.” When Kutter approached Mogan prior to the 2012 Festival about becoming his successor, Mogan said he wasn’t absolutely sure he wanted to accept the role, which is strictly a volunteer position. “It was certainly an
“{Volunteers} are the real reason the Festival runs as smoothly as it does.” — Matt Mogan, Festival chairman
me,” he said. “That person was Matt Mogan. He had years of experience as a Festival committee member, so he knew as much about the workings of the Festival as anyone. Best of all, he’s the type of guy that everyone who works with him goes above and beyond the call of duty. He gets the best out of everybody because they like and respect him so much.” Mogan, a real estate agent for Re/Max of Gulf Shores, had actually taken some time off from the Festival committee when he received the call from Kutter. “I had been in charge of
honor to even be considered for the Chairman position,” he said. “However, I told Ron I would have to talk it over with my family, and it would have to be a joint decision. I knew how much time I spent on the Festival when I was in charge of food, and in the chairman position, I knew the hours would only increase.” After careful consideration, Mogan consented to take over as chairman for 2013, and spent last year’s Festival as an apprentice of sorts to Kutter. “As much as I knew about the Festival from my years volunteering, after
shadowing Ron last year I realized that there was at least that much I didn’t know,” he said. “I believe, and pray, that I have an adequate handle on things this year. We have excellent volunteers in place and things so far are running smoothly.” Mogan said the key to a great Festival is undoubtedly the hundreds of volunteers that donate their time and expertise to make the Festival an enjoyable event for everyone who attends. “We have approximately 100 volunteer committee members who spend at least four days at the Festival site from before it opens to after closing,” he said. “These staff volunteers along with 600 to 700 more volunteers — who work in every area from the Children’s Activity Village to our retail and concessions booths — are the real reason the Festival runs as smoothly as it does.” Mogan said most volunteers spend just four hours of their weekend working in the Chamber’s booths. “The rest of the weekend they’re like everyone else, enjoying the food, music and art of the Festival,” he said. “The only difference is they have a cool volunteer T-shirt they can show off.” Volunteers staff information booths, sell official Festival souvenirs in the Chamber’s retail booths, sell ice-cold concessions and everything in-between. These volunteers can be spotted by the unique Tshirts they receive for volunteering at the Festival.
“These are special Tshirts,” Mogan said. “Anyone can buy an official Shrimp Festival T-shirt, but these shirts are only given to volunteers.” “The volunteers are the engine that makes this a true community event,” Chamber Special Events Director Ann vonEberstein said. “They take pride and ownership of the Festival.” She said that along with the custom T-shirts, the Chamber shows its appreciation to its volunteers through an invitation to the Festival’s Kick-Off Party, which was held at Nolan’s Restaurant in Gulf Shores on Sept. 27. Mogan said while a great number of Festival volunteers come from member businesses, volunteers from outside the Chamber are welcome as well. VonEberstein said there is no typical Festival volunteer. “Some are area residents. Some are condo owners that come down for the weekend and volunteer. Some are retired,” she said. “Still others are from out of town, and stay in a condo or motel for the weekend. Our volunteers come from all walks and all stages of life. ” This year’s Festival is scheduled to take place Oct. 10-13 at the main public beach in Gulf Shores. “We love our volunteers. Anyone who wants to help us can sign up by going to the Festival website at myshrimpfest.com, and click on the Volunteer link,” vonEberstein said. “It’s a few hours of hard work, but it’s the most fun you’ll have working hard. I guarantee it.”
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Who will be named the first ever Shrimp Festival Idol? By Judy Smith Contributing writer
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ow would you like to see the next Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, or Jordan Sparks performing? Wonder if the next Phillip Phillips or Scotty McCreery might be living along the Alabama Gulf Coast? It would be pretty cool if you could say “I knew them when ...” while you’re watching the latest rising star perform on some of America’s top musical competition shows or music award shows. Well, here’s your chance to see some of the amazing talent that the area has to offer. These young, talented performers might be the next rising star to enchant the nation. At the 42nd Annual National Shrimp Festival, local youth will get a chance to show off those golden pipes or those mean guitar licks and get the opportunity to win scholarship money. In its inaugural year, the 2013 Shrimp Festival Idol is a chance for Baldwin County high school students from grades nine through 12 to compete for scholarships and cash prizes. “This will be a great showcase of our high school talent pool,” Charley Ogletree, Shrimp Fest Idol committee head, said. In this “American Idol” styled showcase on Saturday morning, Oct. 12, talented singers will perform two songs to show off their talents. The panel of judges will be composed of a judge from each high school in Baldwin County. They will help rate the talent and name the winners of the competition. Prizes for the contest include: third-place winner will receive a $250 scholarship, and the represented winning school will receive a $250 scholarship prize. For second place, the performer will receive a $500 scholarship, and the represented winning school will receive a $500 scholarship prize. Besides the impressive honor of winning the festival’s first ever Shrimp Festival Idol competition, the first place Idol winner will receive a $1,000 cash prize, and the represented winning school will receive a $1,000 scholarship prize. The competition was the brainchild of Matt Mogan to help build interest in the event for local families and to also give local talents an opportunity to shine, and this is the perfect opportunity to get a look and listen to some of our very brilliant young performers. Shawna P., who has some experience in musical competition as she competed for Team Shakira on last season’s “The Voice,” will serve as host of the competition and will perform a few songs of her own.
It’s pretty easy to see that the Alabama area is blessed with lots of gifted musical talents. Maybe it’s something in the water, but Ogletree has been impressed with the support that the competition has received. “There has been really a great interest in the competition,” Ogletree said. “The schools are very excited with the opportunity for the kids and the schools as well as the high level of the competition.” Ogletree has also been very pleased with the level of talent in the local performers and thinks that the next big
“This {competition} will be a great showcase of our high school talent pool.” — Charley Ogletree, Shrimp Fest Idol committee head
star just might be discovered at the competition. And you can trust his opinion. Ogletree knows what he is talking about. An exceptional musician himself, Ogletree has been playing the Fest for at least 20 years consecutively. This year, he will be playing with the Sand Band on the East Stage on Thursday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m., but his experience with the fest goes back quite some time. He’s got a legacy with the always fun Annual National Shrimp Festival. “My first band, the Alabama Dirt Band, performed at the 2nd Shrimp Fest, and a couple more after that,” Ogletree said. “So I’ve been playing a long time.” Don’t let the opportunity to see some rising stars pass you by. Come out and enjoy all the talent the Alabama Gulf Coast has to offer and show these local students your support. It will be a great competition that is sure to bring plenty of excitement to the Shrimp Fest. So, pack up the family and make it a great day of soaking up the sun, enjoying some scrumptious shrimp, and listening to lots of great entertainment. This is one event that you do not want to miss. The first ever Shrimp Festival Idol will be held Saturday, Oct 12, at 10 a.m. For more information, check out the Annual National Shrimp Festival website.
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Schedule Thursday, Oct. 10th and Friday, Oct. 11th
Festival Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Children’s Activity Village Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cooking Demonstration/Seafood Sampling Tent 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Saturday Oct. 12 10k/5k Run Registration
10k Race 6:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m. 5k Race 6:30 a.m.-8 a.m. Festival Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Children’s Activity Village Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Shrimp Festival Idol 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Sand Sculpture Contest 11 a.m. Registration/Build Begins 3 p.m. Judging Cooking Demonstration/Seafood Sampling Tent 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Restaurant Challenge Winner
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Sunday Oct. 13th
Festival Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Church Services 9 a.m.-10 a.m. Christian Band 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Children’s Activity Village Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cooking Demonstration/Seafood Sampling Tent 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
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Accomodations:
For a list of hotels, condos and other places to stay visit http://myshrimpfest.com/accommodations. For information on local restaurants, food and beverages visit http://beach.alagulfcoastchamber.com/list/ QL/restaurants-food-beverages-22.htm. For shopping and specialty retail visit http://beach.alagulfcoastchamber.com/list/QL/shopping-specialtyretail-23.htm. For sports and recreation visit http://beach.alagulfcoastchamber.com/list/QL/sports-recreation-24.htm.
For more information contact:
Visit myshrimpfest.com or if you have an urgent question please call 251-968-6091.
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The fifth time’s the charm for Shrimp Festival poster winner The 42nd Annual National Shrimp Festival’s committee members have already been busy. At a committee meeting on March 19, they chose an entry by Fairhope artist Loran Chavez as this year’s official poster. “The design features multiple shrimp along with several other undersea wonders including sand dollars and two gorgeous mermaids,� Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce Special Events Director Ann VonEberstein said. “One shrimp is playing a guitar, another is painting a picture and two more are hard at work cooking. These shrimp represent different, but equally important, aspects of our festival — music, food and art.� Chavez said she grew up in an Air Force family, and her experiences have shaped her art. “I grew up with a different point of view of the world around me. I traveled extensively with my parents because my father was in the Air Force,� she said. “This travel gave me the chance to see and do things that most children only dream about. That zest for life has followed me into my adult years. My love of the world
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Chairman Matt Mogan congratulates poster artist Loran Chavez. around me has also been a major influence on my artwork.� Shrimp Festival Chairman Matt Mogan said he was impressed not only with the beauty of the poster, but that Chavez has been chosen to display her art in a booth at the Festival for several years. “We were thrilled when the votes were tallied and we realized that the committee had chosen Loran’s poster,� he said. “We thought it was great that a member of our Shrimp Fest family won the competition for the official poster. I think it speaks volumes about the qual-
ity of the artists that are chosen by our Fine Arts committee.� Chavez said she was thrilled to have her art chosen to represent the Festival. “I’ve submitted a poster each year I’ve been chosen to have a booth at the Festival. I guess the fifth time’s a charm,� she said. VonEberstein said after Chavez was notified she won, she shared a touching story. “It was Loran’s mom who kept encouraging her to keep submitting posters for the Shrimp Festival,� she said. “When we called her to let her know she had won, she told me that her mom had passed away the week before. I think her winning is a touching tribute to her mother.� VonEberstein said the poster Chavez submitted was her personal favorite of the 20 entrants. The winning poster will be on sale online and at the Chamber’s offices in Gulf Shores. Chavez will also be on hand during the Festival to sign and number a limited supply of prints which will be available for purchase. For more of Chavez’s work see her website at loranchavez.com.
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Winding through thousands of acres of natural habitat is the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail. Come discover the beauty and diversity of over 10 miles of 6 paved trails and 6 distinct ecosystems that make up this multi-purpose trail.
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Josh Loran James Sean Miki Steven Tammy Robert Wendy Ted Jeff & Jaky Fred Phyllis Gena Brent & Michelle Linda Chris Judy Chris Cindy Michael Robert Gina Dianne Tony Susan Frank Jean Royal Wade Queen Randy Kyle Patrick Rommel James Marcus Stephanie Joe Ernie Jason
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Riverwood Glass Studio, Sculpture Brush Strokes & Brilliance, Paintings J. Cobb Designs, Jewelry Sculpture Miki Cotton Copper Sculptures, Sculpture Pottery Central, Sculpture Be The Myth, Drawing Rine Line Inc, Mixed Media Wendy Kay Designs, Jewelry Hammerhead Marine Sculptures, Sculpture Joyfuly Imagination Glass, Sculpture Aquatic Impressions, Mixed Media Unique Letters, Photography 478 Creative, Photography Indian River Wildlife Gallery, Sculpture South Eden Art, Paintings Decorative Additions, Paintings Originals In Oil, Paintings Gug Underwater, Inc, Photography C&R Studios, Mixed Media Jasinski Brothers Photography, Photography Robert Jones Photography, Photography Paintings Dianne”s Graphics Inc., Paintings Tony Krysinsky Artist, Mixed Media It’s A Wrap Jewelry, Jewelry Sculpture Jean McKee, Paintings Royal Miree, Sculpture Wade Oliver Ceramics, Sculpture Regal Adornment, Sculpture C&R Studios, Sculpture Rainey Fine Art, Mixed Media Patrick Reynolds Fine Art, Mixed Media Steel Alive LLC, Mixed Media Photography Marcus Ryan Photography, Photography Stephanie Sharpton Art, Paintings Something Southern Art, Paintings Special Touch Gallery, Mixed Media Photography Continued on page 24
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East Boardwalk Docâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seafood in Gulf Shores Fried shrimp, fried crab claws, hushpuppies, cole slaw Chings Concession Shrimp, scallops, oysters, clams, calamari, fish, soft shell crab, egg rolls, fried rice, french fries, pork, gator, chicken, Polish sausage, Italian sausage, Philly Cheese Steak, turkey legs, blooming onions, tornado fries Go Greek Events Inc Fried seafood platters/dinners, stuffed lobster dinners, grilled crabcake dinners, quesadilla dinners, souvlaki dinners, Gyro, Polish sausage, Philly steak sandwiches, Athenian breaded tenders & fries, Greek salads, sweet tea, water Docâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seafood in Orange Beach Fried shrimp, fried crab claws, hushpuppies, cole slaw Hillbilly Roasted Corn Roasted corn with spices, boiled peanuts, kettle corn Black Jack Grill LLC Creole combo, Jambalaya, crab cakes, lobster cakes, coconut shrimp
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