Gulf Coast Buzz (Sept. 5 - 18, 2014)

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The Wharf Uncorked Wine, food and live entertainment Restaurant Review Thyme. by the Bay LA Songwriters Festival Bulls on the Beach

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ISSUE 10: SEPT. 5 – 18

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Letter from the editor

Your 14-day guide to fun, food and entertainment

The Wharf Uncorked Wine, food and live entertainment Restaurant Review Thyme. by the bay

ISSUE 10: SEPT. 5 – 18

Hello all!

My name is Allison Woodham and I am the new editor for Gulf Coast Buzz. I am very excited to take on this role along with Baldwin People. I was born and raised in Baldwin County, and I look forward to sharing with you the fun, food and entertainment our county has to offer.

Hold on to this issue for daily reference using our two-week calender. Learn more by reading our features and our informative columns.

For the athletes, the Brett-Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon is Sept. 6. Get your family involved with fall sports, like football, with Eric’s Family Fun column. Twelve dollars is all you need to test your dancing skills at the Dance Night at the Gallery at the Gulf Coast Arts Alliance Gallery in Gulf Shores. Or stroll around Foley and appreciate artwork while sipping some vino at Third Friday Art Walk and Wine Tasting.

Look for our next issue on Sept. 19, consisting of budding fall events, such as the county-wide Coastal Clean-up, the third annual Delta Dash in Stockton, the Jubilee Festival in Daphne and, of course, the Baldwin County Fair in Robertsdale.

Our festival issue, to be released on Oct. 3, will be your guide to festivals in Baldwin County throughout October.

No worries — we’ve got all the fun, food and entertainment in one place for you!

Fall is almost upon us, and there is much to do!

In-depth Baldwin County calendar and live music listings in every issue!

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LA Songwriters Festival Bull’s on the Beach returns to Flora-Bama

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WHAT’S INSIDE

COVER STORY

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The Wharf Uncorked Enjoy food, wine and entertainment in Orange Beach. 6

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10th annual LA Songwriters Festival See over 35 songwriters perform in Fairhope. 8

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DESIGN AND LAYOUT Paige Renka

Third Friday Art Walk and Wine Tasting Art walk and free wine tasting in Foley. 9

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Bulls on the Beach This annual event includes music, bull riding and more. 12

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Car and Motorcycle Show Car show, wing eating and prizes. 25

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Local Live Music Baldwin County music listings. 26

FAMILY FUN Football fun Take your family to a local game. 14

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Publix Super Cup Youth soccer. 31

The Buzz on the Coast 14 Days, our comprehensive calendar. 18

Your guide to fun, food and entertainment on the Gulf Coast.

Publisher Sudie Gambrell

WHERE TO GO

Culturally Speaking Dance Night at the Gallery. 15

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ALL ABOUT FOOD Chew On This Review: Thyme. by the Bay. 22 What’s in season?

White Bean Chili recipe. 24 Tastings The history of the IPA and IPAs you should try. 29

OUTDOORS

Jeniece Bouzan Rebecca Brookins Brad Day Pat Johnson Frank Kustura

Alabama Coastal Triathlon Swim, bike and run at the beach. 11

books/games Between the pages “Nine Lives to Die”

by Rita Mae Brown and Sneaky Pie Brown. 10 Puzzles Test your brain. 30

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he Wharf Uncorked Wine & Culinary Event, a tantalizing three-day event, will combine delicious food, wines and live entertainment with a pinch of Southern flair and a dash of Gulf Coast hospitality.

Numerous wine and culinary events during the event offer opportunities for foodies, wine connoisseurs and those who want to learn more about wine and culinary arts.

General-admission ticket holders will enjoy sampling wines from international and local distributors expertly paired with custom culinary creations from nationally recognized chefs and local restaurants for the Food & Wine Grand Tasting Event on Saturday, Sept. 27. Restaurants will compete for various culinary

awards including The People's Choice Award; participating restaurants include Sunset Cork Room, Voyagers, The Louisiana Pantry, The Southern Grind, Villaggio Grille, Ginny Lane Bar & Grill, The Beach Club and Flora-Bama Yacht Club.

More restaurants are being added each day.

if you go WHAT: The Wharf Uncorked Wine and Culinary Event WHEN: Sept. 25 – 27 WHERE: The Wharf in Orange Beach FIND OUT MORE: TheWharfUncorked. com; Facebook.com/TheWharfUncorked

preorder your tickets A limited number of tickets will be available; purchase tickets before the event for a discounted rate of $50 for general admission or $12 5 for the enriched VIP Experience. General admissi on tickets will also be availab le at the entrance of the Food & Wine Grand Tas ting Event on for $60 or $13 5 for the VIP Experience starting Saturday. All ticket holders will receive a complim entary commemorative wine glass and bag at the beginning of the Grand Tasting Event.

Visit Ticket master.com, The Wharf Box Office or call 800-745-3000.

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WHERE TO GO

LA Songwriters Festival celebrates 10 years

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his year marks the 10th year for the LA Songwriters Festival in Fairhope, and organizers say they hope it will be one of the best yet.

“We have covered some ground with writers from Nashville, southwest Florida, Louisianna, Mississippi and right here in South Baldwin County,” organizer Charles Davis said. “Among the talent that has passed through are writers who have had their songs recorded by The Oak Ridge Boys, Hank Williams Jr., Sammy Kershaw, Kenny Chesney, Deanna White, Jason Biggs and Randy Travis. So many people never get an opportunity to listen to the creator of the songs. This is the perfect venue to see that with over 35 songwriters gathered for three nights, on one stage, in one location.”

Original songwriters from the Eastern Shore, Lower Alabama, Nashville and beyond are participating in this exciting three day event at the American Legion on beautiful Mobile Bay, so come and catch the music.

line-up Thursday, Sept. 11 7 p.m.: Gregory Brown; Alan Hartzell; Jimmy Lumpkin 8:15 p.m.: Roger and Christy Fritz; Tyler Champion; Randy Branch 9:30 p.m.: Cary Hudson; Lisa Mills; Travis Meadows

Friday, Sept. 12 7 p.m.: Eric Erdmann; Cary Laine; Wes Lee 8:15 p.m.: Suzi Ragsdale; Travis Meadows 9:30 p.m.: Anthony and Savana Crawford (Sugarcane Jane); Scott Boyer and NC Thurman

Saturday, Sept. 13 7 p.m.: Stephen Lee Veal; Larry and Gail Book; Agabus 8:15 p.m.: Ashe Underwood; Charles Davis; Evans Davis 9:30 p.m.: Gove Scrivenor; Shawna P and Adam Tyler Brown

if you go WHAT: LA Songwriters Festival WHERE: American Legion Post 199, 700 S. Mobile St., Fairhope COST: $15 admission daily, $25 per couple daily or $30 for a three-day pass (available at the American Legion Post 199)

WHERE TO GO Featured artist Cathy McLaurin displays her artwork. She was the featured artist for both the month of July and August.

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to Third Friday Art Walk and Wine Tasting in Foley

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aldwin residents looking to end their week with an artistic flair should head to the Third Friday Art Walk and Wine Tasting in downtown Foley.

It will include an art walk and free wine tasting in a relaxing atmosphere filled with charm. Plus, featured artist Cathy McLaurin will be on hand to show her skills and wares.

Visitors can also use the opportunity to peruse the other businesses along Orange Blossom. Participating businesses include: 4-Elements, Bungalows, Dream Center (Mary Kay), Good Morning Mattress Center, Hollis Ole Crush Antiques, Hollis Interiors, Manning Jewelry, McKenzie Street Florist, Nu Image Spa, Performing Arts Association, Stemz Flower Shop and Wild Outdoors.

Upcoming Third Friday Art Walk and Wine Tasting events will be held Sept. 19 and Oct. 17.

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Children enjoy the refreshments at Third Friday Art Walk.

if you go WHAT: Third Friday Art Walk and Wine Tasting WHEN: Friday, Sept. 19, 5 – 7 p.m.

WHERE: Downtown Foley FIND OUT MORE: 251-367-4499

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“Nine Lives to Die”

by Rita Mae Brown and Sneaky Pie Brown

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must confess I have a weakness for Rita Mae Brown’s “Mrs. Murphy” mystery series. My freshman year of high school, a family friend gave me two of her first books as a Christmas present and I’ve been hooked since.

The murder mystery series, set in idyllic Crozet, Va., centers around Mary

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Minor “Harry” Haristeen and her pets — the brave cat Mrs. Murphy, the last gray cat Pewter and rough and tumble corgi Tee Tucker. The reader can enjoy the animals’ lively conversations with one another, even if the characters in the tale can’t.

Like usual for a “Mrs. Murphy” book, murder and dark secrets long forgotten have once again found their way to the sleepy town, and it’s up to Harry and her pets to get to the bottom of the goings-on.

It may not be high literature, but it’s the sort of book that never fails to lift my spirits. Delightful characters, a good pace and talking animals — who could ask for anything more?

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OUTDOORS

Swim, bike and run at the beach

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rett-Robinson Vacation Rentals, in association with the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Sports Commission (GSOBSC), the city of Gulf Shores and The Hangout, invites triathletes from near and far to participate in the Alabama Coastal Triathlon or “Tri-It-On” triathlon. The scenic events will take off from The Hangout in Gulf Shores at 6:30 a.m. for the “Tri-It-On” racers followed by a 7 a.m. start for those taking on the triathlon challenge.

As part of the Best of the U.S. Amateur Triathlete Championship, the course proves to be both beautiful and challenging. “Brett-Robinson is delighted to sponsor an event that embodies the spirit of serious competition, personal challenges and even first-timers,” said Bill Brett, vice president of Brett-Robinson. “The Team Magic organization coupled with the Gulf Shores venue makes this the ideal event for all walks of life.”

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munities, and the triathlon is no different,” said Beth Gendler, vice president of sales for the GSOBSC. “We humbly ask our local heroes to come together and help the triathlon go off without a hitch!”

Packet pick-up for both races will take place at The Hangout on Friday, Sept. 5 from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 5 to 6 a.m. Following the races, participants may continue the fun at The Hangout for food and beverages as well as an awards ceremony from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

if you go WHAT: Brett-Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathalon WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 6, 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m.

WHERE: The Hangout, Gulf Shores FIND OUT MORE: TeamMagic.com; TeamMagic.com/Volunteers/Sign-Up

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he bulls are coming back for a second go-round at the legendary Flora-Bama as Bulls on the Beach returns.

“We are very blessed to be returning to this great venue,” said Robertsdale native Cody Harris, event creator and one of its organizers.

“Not everybody can host an event like this and I think it’s a big deal that during their 50th anniversary celebration, the Flora-Bama will be part of giving away a gold buckle to the winner.”

This year’s event will kick off on Thursday, Sept. 11 with a pair events for the sponsors, Harris said, including a fishing trip at the Yacht Club at the Flora-Bama, followed by a black-tie dinner with the proceeds benefitting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Cowboys from Alabama, Florida, Illinois, Washington state and Colo-

rado, among others will participate in the competition and preview events, he said.

On Friday night, a special concert featuring country music legend Sammy Kershaw will be held beginning at 8 p.m. at the Flora-Bama.

Several other events will be held on Friday, including a return of the mechanical bull riding bikini contest and public mechanical bull riding.

if you go WHAT: Bulls on the Beach WHEN: Sept. 11 – 13 WHERE: Flora-Bama Lounge and Package Store COST: $25 for Friday or Saturday or $35 for both days; discounts for children FIND OUT MORE: Florabama.com; BullRiding247.com

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Thursday, Sept. 11: Dinner with the Cowboys: Black tie dinner at Flora-Bama Yacht Club, proceeds to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital; four to six course meal with wine pairings; cowboy and bull auction; $100 a ticket Friday, Sept. 12: 8 p.m. Sammy Kershaw live in the Bull Arena; ages 10 and under free, $15 general admission, $40 up-front seating, $15 and one free drink card for membership card holders Saturday, Sept. 13: 3 p.m. mechanical bull riding bikini contest at the Tent Stage 8 – 9:30 p.m. live professional bull riding; east parking lot at Flora-Bama

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Dining & Entertainment

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FAMILY FUN

Support your local football team!

(And band and cheerleaders, etc.)

High school football, especially where we live, is a great way to get your family involved in the community. Every Friday night you can see your neighbors, your pastor, your city council members and your schoolmates cheering for your hometown team. You might even see a great football game as well. The ticket prices are low, and food is affordable compared to high-priced college football games.

Here are a few upcoming games to take your family to.

Gulf Shores at Baldwin County: These two have played before, but they have never met as region rivals.

SEPT. 5 Because of the AHSAA’s realignment over the summer the teams now compete in 6A Region 1. My wife, a BCHS grad, swears by the sausage dogs at Lyle Underwood Stadium. I like the Gulf Shores “Pride of Pleasure Island” marching band. Other Sept. 5 games in Baldwin County: Saraland at Robertsdale, T.R. Miller at Bayside Academy.

Daphne at Robertsdale: The Daphne Trojans visit J.D. Sellars Stadium to renew their county SEPT. 12 rivalry with the Robertsdale Golden Bears. Robertsdale’s head coach, Brian Campbell, is a former Daphne assistant; and Daphne coach Glenn Vickery is one of the most successful coaches in the state.

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Mary G. Montgomery at Foley: The Foley Lions host the Mary G. Montgomery Vikings at Ivan Jones SEPT. 12 Stadium. Foley has produced some of the greatest talents in the state’s history, with Julio Jones, Kenny Stabler, Robert Lester and D.J. Fluker all coming from the Forward City’s football program. Foley also boasts one of the best and most exciting marching bands around, the “Mighty Band from Lion Land.”

All Alabama high school football games begin at 7 p.m.

For a complete football schedule and overview of each Baldwin County football team, find our 2014 Fall Sports publication at any Gulf Coast Newspaper’s office.

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culturally speaking

Dance Night at the Gallery

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he Gulf Coast Arts Alliance Art Gallery will begin a series of dance lessons in the South Gallery beginning this fall. Classes will be held every Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. East Coast Swing, Foxtrot, Merengue, Mambo, Cha Cha, Rumba, Shag, Hustle, Waltz and Tango are dances that will be taught.

Singles are welcome, as are beginners, intermediate and advanced students.

Instructors for Dance Night at the Gallery are Jason and Eliza Huskey of the Gulf Coast Ballroom Dance Club. Jason Huskey received his early classic ballroom training through the nationally acclaimed Fred Astaire Ballroom Dance curriculum. After receiving numerous certificates, he began teaching professionally at the Fred Astaire Franchise Dance Studio in Mobile.

Eliza Huskey, a native of Alabama, is a second-generation ballroom dancer. She received early training from her parents who have a combined training of nearly 30 years in the Arthur Murray and

Enjoy ballroom dance lessons followed by a night of dancing every Tuesday beginning in September.

DanceSport curriculums. Eliza began teaching professionally in the 1990s at the David Minor DanceSport Ballroom in Mobile.

Jason and Eliza have been dancing together and teaching ballroom dancing for more than 14 years.

Together, they have received years of world-class international ballroom style competitive training from Icelandic coaches and World DanceSport Federation adjudicators, Niels Einarsson and Rakel Gudmundsdottir. With their years of diverse training and their love of dance, Jason and Eliza continue to share the magic of ballroom through teaching others across the

if you go WHAT: Dance Night at the Gallery WHEN: Every Tuesday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Gulf Coast Arts Alliance Gallery, 225 E. 24th Ave., Gulf Shores COST: $12 FIND OUT MORE: 251-948-2627; GulfCoastArtsAlliance.com; GulfCoastArtsAlliance@gmail.com Gulf Coast area.

The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance is a non-profit organization with offices and art gallery at 225 E. 24th Ave. at the Waterway Village of Gulf Shores.

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Compiled by Allison Woodham Email calendar items to awoodham@gulfcoastnewspapers.com

Your guide to fun, food and entertainment ONGOING Dance Night at the Gallery Dances taught are East Coast Swing, Foxtrot, Merengue, Mambo, Cha Cha, Rumba, Shag, Hustle, Waltz and Tango. Singles are welcome as beginners, intermediate and advanced students.

I Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.; Gulf Coast Arts Alliance Gallery, Gulf Shores I $12 I 251-948-2627; GulfCoastArtsAlliance@gmail.com Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermen’s Market I Fridays 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; County Road 20, Foley I Free admission I CoastalAlabamaMarket.com; 251-943-1545

FRIDAY, SEPT. 5 First Friday Art Walk

South Baldwin Community Theatre will perform Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None”in Gulf shores this month.

Begins at Fairhope Art Center, stroll through downtown Fairhope visiting art galleries and listening to music.

I 6 – 8 p.m.; Downtown Fairhope I Free admission

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return walk back to our cars. This is a fun, fit, friendly and food activity.

I 6 – 8:30 p.m.; Gulf Breeze Library, Gulf Breeze I 850-932-0125; MeetUp.com/ FTAWesternGate

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Sept. 5 – 18, 2014 “Into the Woods” The Joe Jefferson Players presents a story of a childless baker and his wife, their quest to begin a family and their interaction with a witch who has placed a curse on them.

Includes their interaction with other storybook characters during their journey.

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8 p.m.; Sept. 7, 14, 21 at 2 p.m.; Joe Jefferson Players, Inc.; Mobile I Adults, $20; seniors/military, $15; students, $10 I JoeJeffersonPlayers.com; 251-471-1534

SATURDAY, SEPT. 6 Alabama Coastal Triathlon For details, see pg. 11 Gulf Coast Arts Alliance/City of Gulf Shores Art Market Local and regional artists will set up their original works. Visitors can expect to enjoy quality arts and crafts, live musical entertainment by Destiny Brown and delicious concessions.

I 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Meyer Park, Gulf Shores I Free admission I 251-233-3970 Camp I Believe Children’s grief camp sponsored

by Gentiva Health Services. Camp activities and programs help children (6 – 14) to express feelings, build confidence, foster a sense of community, and identify with other children and adolescents who are experiencing similar struggles.

Camps are organized and operated by skilled professionals such as recreational therapists, social workers, bereavement coordinators and trained volunteers.

I Sept. 6 – 7; Camp Baldwin; Elberta I Free I 251-621-2500; Gentiva.com/Hospice/Camps Second Annual Kayak BBQ and Blues Festival

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The day will feature kayak and stand up paddleboard races, Flyboard demonstrations, arts and crafts vendors, live music, fireworks show and barbecue cook off competition with cash prizes.

Amateur chefs will compete in two categories: best chicken and best ribs. Presented by The Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce.

I Hub Stacey’s at the Point, Perdido Key I VisitPerdido.com; 850-492-4660

SUNDAY, SEPT. 7 Wake-Up Hike Look for blue Honda Odyssey with Hike on the front. Get the day started with Trudy and/or Peggy with a brisk walk and afterwards join us for breakfast. We will walk about an hour, about 1 to 3 miles.

I 7 a.m.; East Hill Baptist Church, Pensacola I 850-434-8861; 850-982-9490; MeetUp.com/FTAWesternGate 5 Rivers Outdoor Adventure Night Meet and mingle with local outdoors enthusiasts and enjoy monthly programs. All are welcome.

I 6 p.m. – 7 p.m., Alabama Hiking Trail Society; 7 p.m. – 8 p.m., Mobile Bay Audubon Society; 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort I Free admission I 251-625-0814 “Season Your Fall” Fashion Show & Luncheon Fall and holiday attire for daytime and evening occasions will be on the fashion runway at the Gulf Shores Woman’s Club Charity Style Show and Luncheon. Seats are limited. All proceeds will be distributed for the benefit of our community to Alabama Sheriffs’ Boys Ranch, Christian Service Center and Under His Wings.

I 10 a.m.; Craft Farms Clubhouse I $30 includes luncheon I 251-968-4481

Get your hands dirty at the 27th Annual Coastal Alabama Cleanup on Sept. 20.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 11 10th Annual LA Songwriter’s Festival For details, see pg. 8 Miranda Lambert Platinum Tour 2014 with special guests Justin Moore, Thomas Rhett and Jukebox Mafia I Doors, 6:30 p.m.; show, 7:30 p.m.; Pensacola Bay Center I Tickets start at $34.25 I PensacolaBayCenter.com Jacksonville State University Alumni Dinner Both alumni and former students of JSU who are living in Mobile and Baldwin counties are welcome.

The evening includes fun, fellowship and door prizes.

Order off the menu and pay there.

Reservations are needed.

I 6 p.m.; Tacky Jacks, Spanish Fort I 877-JSU-ALUM; alumni@jsu.org

FRIDAY, SEPT. 12 Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None” This cleverly written play starts with 10 strangers trapped on an island. One by one they are accused of murder; one by one they start to die.

I Sept. 12, 13, 19, 20 at 7:30 p.m.; September 14, 21 at 2 p.m.; South Baldwin Community Theatre, Gulf Shores I Adults, $15; students, $12 I sbct.biz; 251-968-6721.

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the buzz on the coast SATURDAY, SEPT. 13 Bulls on the Beach Rodeo For details, see pg. 12

Dr. John and the Nite Trippers perform at the Saengar Theatre in Mobile Sept. 18.

2014 Publix Super Cup For details, see pg. 31 Robertsdale Car Show and Wing Eating Competition For details, see pg. 25

SUNDAY, SEPT. 14 “Here Wolf, There Wolf, Everywhere a Werewolf” Your favorite radio actors are back to face another classic monster.

Fun for all ages, presented by Commedia del Arte. A portion of the proceeds benefits the National Federation of the Blind.

I 6:30 p.m.; Loxley Civic Center I Advance, $8; door, $10; children under 5, free I CommediaDelArte.org; 251-510-0654

TUESDAY, SEPT. 16 “Yellow Day” movie premiere “Yellow Day” was created by a community of people seeking a new entertainment culture. This new culture strives for excellence,

beauty and great storytelling; provides both children and adults something compelling and fun, and eloquently expresses a powerful faith message. The premiere is open to the general public.

I 6 p.m.; Mobile Civic Center Theater I Tickets start at $18 I YellowDayMovie.com; 601-941-1533; Leigh@jjpragency.com

2014-2015 SEASON

OPENING NIGHT

September 13 & 14 Benjamin Beilman, violin Featuring Gershwin’s An American in Paris Sponsored by: The Daniel Foundation and

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Mad Men: Sinatra and the Pack October 11 & 12

All concerts are held in the beautiful Saenger Theatre in downtown Mobile.

Tickets start at just $20.

Tickets available online at www.mobilesymphony.org Phone: 251-432-2010 In person: 257 Dauphin Street

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Sept. 5 – 18, 2014

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 17 Tutus, Tootsies and Tiaras Silent auction and party. Come dressed “wacky” as we raise awareness in September for National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.

I Calendar signing by Suzy Toronto, 5:30 p.m.; party, 6:30 p.m.; Flora-Bama I RRWWW.org; 251-850-1975; WonderfulWackyWomen2@ gmail.com

THURSDAY, SEPT. 18 Dr. John and the Nite Trippers The legendary Dr. John, a six-time Grammy Award-winning musician and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, will bring a bit of New Orleans to the Saenger Theatre.

I 7:30 p.m.; Saenger Theatre, Pensacola I Tickets start at $49 I Ticketmaster.com; 800-745-3000 David Pendleton’s “Anything Can Talk” David is a seasoned ventriloquist, whose unique brand of humor has won audiences over throughout the world. Presented by North Baldwin Community Concerts.

I 7 p.m.; LD Owens Performing Arts Center at Faulkner State Community

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College, Bay Minette I Adults, $10; Children, $5; Ages under 5, free I 251-232-4481

FRIDAY, SEPT. 19 Third Friday Art Walk in Foley For details, see pg. 9 “Going to the Dogs” Third Annual Golf Scramble Benefits All About Dogs Coastal Rescue. Registration fee includes green fees, cart fees, range balls, lunch and prizes. Hole-in-one prizes include $10,000, set of Callaway Irons, TV and round-trip domestic airfare for two.

I Registration, 10:30 a.m.; shotgun start, noon; Craft Farms Golf Resort I $100 per player; $400 per team I 251-948-5307; tombruce1943@gmail.com

SATURDAY, SEPT. 20 27th annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup, “Get the trash out of the splash” The Alabama Coastal Clean-Up is part of an international effort to remove debris from coastal waters.

On the day of the event, come prepared with sunscreen, a hat, gloves, shoes and lots of water.

See website for details regarding locations.

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Miranda Lamber will perform in Pensacola as part of her Platinum Tour on Sept. 11.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 25

I 8 a.m. – noon; Locations across Baldwin County I AlabamaCoastalCleanup.com

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The Wharf Uncorked For details, see pg. 6

Exhibits Entertainment Food Rides Games

As Host City, The

City of Robertsdale Welcomes The 64th Annual

Baldwin County Fair September 23rd thru 27th

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had a Groupon for another Fairhope restaurant that was closed that night, and after driving 20 minutes from Loxley, we weren't about to turn around and eat at home. So we walked to the tiny restaurant from downtown, sat down outside and were greeted by our friendly server, who told us all about the brand-new menu that happened to be debuting

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restaurant profile NAME: Thyme. by the Bay LOCATION: 151 S. Mobile St., Fairhope SPECIALTIES: Seafood, steaks, tapas and housemade pastas HOURS: Lunch: Wed. – Sat., 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; dinner: Wed. – Sat., 5:30 – 9 p.m.; brunch: Sun. 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

FIND OUT MORE: 251-990-5635; ThymeInFairhope.com that night.

We love to eat at nice restaurants, but because of our quest to pay off our student loans, we reserve these nights for extremely special occasions — not random Wednesday nights. So after glancing at the menu, which featured mouthwatering op- The inside of the restaurant is lined with windows and has an old-fashioned charm. tions like shrimp and grits with truffled red wine sauce, we quickly began plotting about bacon and spiced pecans. With the bread, this soup was ordering appetizers and then going home to “eat,” requiring more than enough for a weeknight dinner.

Scott ordered the mussels, which were bathed in a broth an insane level of self-control. of amber beer, cream, honey, sausage and mustard and What happened next was a magical night of great service, served with grilled ciabatta bread. Again — surprisingly small plates, wine and a new tradition.

We split a glass of red wine (yes, y’all, we are that disci- filling and a joy to eat.

So the moral of this story: Don’t miss out on dining at plined), ordered two incredible small plates (“appetizers” would be an insult) and left with full bellies and only $35 amazing restaurants like Thyme. by the Bay because you can't go all out and order the most expensive items on the out of our pockets.

I had the butternut squash soup with grilled bread. This menu (although we will definitely be returning for one of soup was rich and creamy with bursts of sweetness when my those special occasion dinners). These chefs put their hearts spoon found one of the roasted apples as well as to-die-for and souls in to everything they serve, ensuring an excellent savory bites that accompanied Thyme's famous homemade experience no matter how much or how little you order.

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ALL ABOUT FOOD

New books, new recipes

By Jill Clair Gentry jillianclair@gmail.com

Fellow foodies: I've got a book you must read. It’s called “Bread & Wine: A Love Letter to Life Around the Table”

by Shauna Niequist, and it’s a beautiful book about food, family and real life.

I just love her style of hospitality and the recipes she includes in the book, like this one for white bean soup. I've adjusted it just a little (she calls for prosciutto and I'm letting you know it would be just fine to use bacon instead, although prosciutto is divine).

Please add this book to your reading list, and definitely give this recipe a try.

It’s the first time I’ve ever used fennel, and I was pleased with the results. I can’t wait to explore more recipes with that ingredient. Enjoy!

White bean soup

Start to finish: 1 hour Serves 6 to 8 Soup n 2 shallots, sliced n 1/2 pound carrots, sliced into coins on a diagonal n 1 bulb fennel, sliced n 4 celery ribs, sliced on a diagonal n 6 cans white beans in liquid (cannellini or great northern beans) n Salt and pepper to taste Vinaigrette n 1 tablespoon dijon mustard n 1/8 cup balsamic vinegar n 1/4 cup olive oil Garnish n Crispy prosciutto or bacon, crumbled n Parmesan cheese n 1 tablespoon rosemary, chopped (optional) Preparation In a stockpot or dutch oven, soften the shallots in olive oil over medium heat.

Add carrots, fennel and celery, and

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allow to soften, 10 to 15 minutes.

Add beans in their liquid and chopped rosemary. Cover and cook for 20 minutes at a gentle boil.

Taste, add salt and pepper, taste again.

Keep in mind the toppings will be salty.

Cook for an additional 20 minutes, or longer if you have time.

Off heat, mash with a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon for a chunky texture. If you'd like a smoother texture, run it through a food processor or use an immersion blender.

Vinaigrette Mix dijon, balsamic, olive oil and some salt and pepper in a glass jar with a lid. Shake well. Adjust to taste.

Serve soup with a small pitcher of vinaigrette and bowls of prosciutto or bacon, Parmesan and rosemary.

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Saturday, September 13

For Dancing, Frolicking, Having Fun!

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WHERE TO GO

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f you like cool wheels, hot wings and pretty things while helping to raise money for a good cause, then the PZK Hall is the place to be on Saturday, Sept. 13.

The event, which will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., will feature a car and motorcycle show hosted by the Gear Jammers and Mardi Gras MG British car clubs, along with a hot wing eating contest and arts and crafts festival.

All proceeds will benefit Under His Wings, a Christian home in Baldwin County for young girls in crisis.

More than 30 prizes will be handed out during the event with presentations on or before 3 p.m. Registration will be held from 8 a.m. to noon on the day of the event. Cost is $20 for the first vehicle and $10 for each additional vehicle.

For more information on the car show call Frankie Kucera with Gear Jammers at 251-215-9630.

Anyone can enter the wing-eating contest at a cost of $10 per competitor, said Angie Michal, executive director

of Under His Wings.

Willie T’s will provide some of the wings for the event, along with other sources, Michal said. There will also be hot wing and hot dog plates for sale at the event with proceeds going to Under His Wings.

Proceeds from this event will go toward funding of private home-school education for the residents, Michal said, with the goal of raising about $6,000.

if you go WHAT: Car and Motorcycle Show to benefit Under His Wings WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 13, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

WHERE: The PZK Hall in Robertsdale FIND OUT MORE: 251-947-4673 (HOPE); UnderHisWings.info; hope.underhiswings@gmail.com

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live local music Karaoke

Daphne Top of the Bay Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 9 p.m.

Foley Good Time Charlies every Tuesday at 10 p.m.

The Office Lounge every Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Ft. Morgan Behind the Pines Bar & Grill every Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Tacky Jacks Every Thursday and Saturday Gulf Shores Jalapenos Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 9 p.m.

Mudbugs Thursday – Saturday at 8 p.m.

Pink Pony Pub every night at 9 p.m.

Tacky Jacks every Thursday at 5:30 p.m.

Orange Beach

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Compiled by Destiny Brown Email dbrown@gulfcoastnewspapers.com to update or add listings.

Island Times Daiquiri Bar every Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Live Bait every night at 8 p.m.

The Undertow Wednesday – Friday at 9:30 p.m.

Perdido Key Happy Harbor on the Line every Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Open Mic

Fairhope American Legion 199 open

Lee Yankie performs solo and with his band the Hellz Yeahs throughout the Gulf Coast area.

guitar jams every Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.

Courtyard 311 every Tuesday at 7 p.m.

The Gumbo Shack every Thursday at 6 p.m.

Plow every other Tuesday Foley The Office Lounge every Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Gulf Shores Tacky Jacks every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.

Orange Beach Happy Harbor the Mothership every Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Island Times Daiquiri Bar Tuesday with Brittany Bell at 9 p.m.

Live Bait every Sunday at 8 p.m.

Perdido Key Flora-Bama every Monday at 6 p.m.

Trivia

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Daphne Moe’s Bar B Que every Wednesday at 10 p.m.

Fairhope Fairhope Brewing Company every Thursday Ravenite Pizzeria Live Trivia every Tuesday, Live Sports Trivia

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live local music every Wednesday Foley Good Time Charlies 10 p.m.

The Office Lounge every Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 5

Fairhope Old 27 Grill Them Again Plow Grayson Capps and the Stumpknockers Windmill Market Sugarcane Jane Gulf Shores The Hangout Rhythm Intervention LuLu’s Kyle and Karl Papa Rocco’s Brian and Curtis Orange Beach Tacky Jacks Soul Food Junkies Spanish Fort Tacky Jacks The Doc Johnson Band

Saturday, Sept. 6

Daphne Moe’s Original Bar B Que Brent Burns Duo Fairhope Windmill Market Summerlyn Powers Gulf Shores The Hangout Mario Mena Band LuLu’s Sugarcane Jane Papa Rocco’s Brian and Curtis Spanish Fort Tacky Jacks Trunk Monkey

Answers:

Puzzles on page 30

Sunday, Sept. 7

Fairhope Pinzone’s Sugarcane Jane Gulf Shores LuLu’s Blind Dog Mike and The Howlers Papa Rocco’s Brian and Curtis Orange Beach Tacky Jacks Bud Smith Spanish Fort Tacky Jacks Neil Dover

Monday, Sept. 8 Gulf Shores LuLu’s Brent Burns

Tuesday, Sept. 9 LuLu’s Melissa Joiner

Wednesday, Sept. 10

Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Ross +1

Thursday, Sept. 11

Daphne Moe’s Original Bar B Que Yellowhammer Prod Gulf Shores LuLu’s Jerry Diaz Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark Laborde

Friday, Sept. 12

Daphne Moe’s Original Bar B Que Soulshine Fairhope Windmill Market Rebecca Barry Duo Ft. Morgan

Don’t miss Rollin’ in the Hay at Piratefest. They perform Sept. 7 at 4 p.m.

Tacky Jacks Les Linton and TK Gulf Shores The Hangout Oak and Ash LuLu’s CoConut Radio Papa Rocco’s Brian and Curtis Perdido Key Flora-Bama Bulls on the Beach; Sammy Kershaw Spanish Fort Tacky Jacks Peek

Saturday, Sept. 13

Daphne Moe’s Original Bar B Que Chad Parker Duo Fairhope Windmill Market TBA Foley The Office Lounge Jason Abel Project Gulf Shores

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live local music The Hangout Adam Holt Band LuLu’s Shiny Objects Papa Rocco’s Brian and Curtis Spanish Fort Tacky Jacks Ryan Balthrop and Friends

Sept. 5 – 18, 2014 Sugarcane Jane will perform at the Windmill Market in Fairhope Sept. 5. Also look for them at LuLu’s, Pinzone’s and the LA Songwriters Festival.

Sunday, Sept. 14

Gulf Shores LuLu’s Shiny Objects Papa Rocco’s Brian and Curtis Orange Beach Tacky Jacks Mel Knapp Spanish Fort Tacky Jacks Jimmy Lee Hanaford

Monday, Sept.15 Gulf Shores LuLu’s Brent Burns

Tuesday, Sept. 16 Gulf Shores LuLu’s Jimmy Lumpkin

Wednesday, Sept. 17 Gulf Shores LuLu’s Jon Cook

Thursday, Sept. 18

Gulf Shores LuLu’s JERI Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark Laborde

Friday, Sept. 19

Daphne Moe’s Original Bar B Que Winston Ramble Fairhope Old 27 Grill The Budz Windmill Market Eric Jones Duo Ft. Morgan Tacky Jacks Les Linton and TK Gulf Shores The Hangout Mario Mena Band LuLu’s Nikki Talley Papa Rocco’s Brian and Curtis Orange Beach Tacky Jacks Kyle and Karl

SATURDAY, Sept. 20 Gulf Shores

The Hangout Rhythm Intervention LuLu’s Kyle and Karl Papa Rocco’s Brian and Curtis

SUNDAY, Sept. 21

Gulf Shores LuLu’s Greg Brown Papa Rocco’s Brian and Curtis Orange Beach Tacky Jacks Bud Smith Spanish Fort Tacky Jacks Stereo Dogs

ONGOING

Robertsdale Magnolia Blossom Cafe live music every Friday night Silverhill The Porch live music every Saturday from 8 p.m.-midnight and Sunday from 4-7 p.m.

Music events

Fairhope L.A. Songwriters’ Festival the 10th Annual Celebration of

Original Music American Legion Post 199; Sept. 11 – 13 Thursday, Sept. 11 7 p.m. – Gregory Brown; Alan Hartzell; Jimmy Lumpkin 8:15 p.m. – Roger and Christy Fritz; Tyler Champion; Randy Branch 9:30 p.m. – Cary Hudson; Lisa Mills; Travis Meadows Friday, Sept. 12 7 p.m. – Eric Erdmann; Cary Laine; Wes Lee 8:15 p.m. – Suzi Ragsdale; Travis Meadows 9:30 p.m. – Anthony and Savana Crawford (Sugarcane Jane); Scott Boyer and NC Thurman Saturday, Sept. 13 7 p.m. – Stephen Lee Veal; Larry and Gail Book; David Agabus 8:15 p.m. – Ashe Underwood; Charles Davis; Evans Davis 9:30 p.m. – Gove Scrivenor; Shawna P and Adam

Tyler Brown Orange Beach Piratefest Happy Harbor on the Line; Sept. 4 –7 Friday, Sept. 5 6 p.m. – The Emily Kopp Band 9 p.m. – Mississippi Shakedown Saturday, Sept. 6 1 p.m. – Edward David Anderson 3 p.m. – Jon Davis Band 5 p.m. – The Cedric Burnside Project 7 p.m. – Cari Laine and Holli Mosley 9:15 p.m. – Naughty Professor Late night – DJ Megan Davis Sunday, Sept. 7 Noon – The BeachBilly’s 1 p.m. – Edward David Anderson 2 p.m. – Ryan Balthrop and Friends 4 p.m. – Rollin’ in the Hay 6 p.m. – Grayson Capps and the Lost Cause Minstrels

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TASTINGS

The history of the IPA

By Scott Gentry gentrst@gmail.com

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Scott Ge nt

f you’ve checked out the craft beer section in any retail store, you’ve seen at least a couple examples of a style called IPA or India Pale Ale. The American craft beer community has fully embraced this style, to the extent that we consider the American IPA a distinct style.

The history of beer is rich with cultural and political impact. The IPA is a prime example. First brewed by the British dating to the early 1800s, IPA was exported to India. If you recall, India was a British colony until 1947. So there were lots of people in India who wanted beer. There was a problem — beer has a shelf life.

Knowing that hops and alcohol will help beer stay fresh on the long journey from England to India, brewers exporting their beer relied on these methods to deliver a good product. The alcohol content was slightly higher than average, but the hop additions were significantly increased. The style became popury

lar then, but the modern craft beer movement has taken it to another level.

A good IPA is a lighter color; think golden to goldbrown. Expect an ABV in the 5 – 7 percent range.

Hoppy aroma and bitterness dominates with just enough malt to support the acidity of the hops.

My favorite IPA is Deschutes Brewery’s Fresh Squeezed IPA. It’s absolutely juicy with citrusy hop flavor. Unfortunately the closest place one can find this beer is the nation of Texas. But thankfully Stone Brewing Company’s IPA is now available, which is outstanding too.

TRY THESE IPAS:

Painted Black IPA

Fairhope Brewing Co. Fairhope

Fresh Squeezed IPA

Stone IPA

Monkeynaut IPA

Alc. 6.4 percent IBUs 60

Alc. 6.9 percent IBUs 77

Alc. 7.25 percent IBUs 70

Malt: Pale, Crystal, Munich Hops: Citra, Mosaic, Nugget Juicy, citrusy taste.

Citrus flavor and hop aromas; subtle malt character; crisp and extra hoppy taste.

Brewerys most popular beer; citrusy, floral hop aroma, a strong malt body and a crisp finish.

Deschutes Brewery Bend, Ore.

Stone Brewing Company Escondido, Calif.

Straight to Ale Huntsville

Alc. 7 percent IBUs 72 Pine and citrus aromas; dark color of a stout paired with hoppiness of an American IPA. ***This beer is currently not available in cans or bottles but can be found at the Fairhope Brewery taproom as well as certain bars and restaurants throughout Alabama.

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puzzles

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THURSDAY

WHERE TO GO

Youth soccer ready for action n 200 boys and girls teams will compete in the Publix Super Cup

Chicago Street Supper Club 6 p.m.

An evening of gourmet dishes featuring local seafood and farm-fresh ingredients, paired with a select group of wines.

Purchase your ticket at:

southbaldwinchamber.com

Oct. 18 Festival

Streets of Downtown Foley

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

if you go WHAT: Publix Super Cup WHEN: Boys tournament Sept. 13 – 14; Girls tournament Sept. 20 – 21 WHERE: Foley, Orange Beach, and Perdido Key FIND OUT MORE: PerdidoBayFC.com; SnapSoccer.com

SATURDAY

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outh soccer teams from around the country will descend on Foley for the newly renamed Publix Super Cup — where 200 boys and girls soccer teams will compete for the coveted championship and bragging rights for the next year.

Started in 2007 as the Flora-Bama Showcase, the event has steadily grown into a family-friendly showcase that highlights the skills and talents of young players from around south Alabama and other states alike.

The tournament will be spread across facilities in Foley, Orange Beach and Perdido Key; and event organizers say they hope this year's match will be the largest one yet.

“Every year, this event has continued to grow as it brings thousands of kids and parents to our Gulf Coast region,” Fred Garth of Snap Soccer said. Snap Soccer manages the event.

The multi-city event will be held on back-to-back weekends — starting with the boys' tournament and ending with the girls.

Oct. 16

Beer & Wine Tastings* Live Entertainment Restaurant Tastings* Artisans & Crafters Antique Dealers Tailgate Corn Toss Tournament* For more information

AlabamaFestivalofFlavor.com 251.943.3291 *Ticketed area