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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.

Rules & Regulations: Please respect the following guidelines and local ordinances to ensure a safe and enjoyable festival for all attendees.

- No unauthorized vendors & exhibitors - No unauthorized amplification or soundproducing devices - No unauthorized signs or written material - No pamphleteering - No animals allowed in the festival - No personal coolers or glass containers - Do not block or impede walkways, including usage of skateboards, roller-blades, bicycles or other devices.

Cover art by Keith White.

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By Lindsay Mott

The annual National Shrimp Festival returns this year for the 41st year, bringing great vendors, crafts, music and, of course, shrimp to the public beach in Gulf Shores.

This year’s event involves more space on the beach and a chance for attendees to sample and taste some of the dishes.

The free event, put on by the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce, will be held Oct. 11 to 14 and runs from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

The sampling option is new this year and includes small tastings of some of the amazing food offered at the fest, according to Ann Motes, special events director with the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce.

These free samples will be offered four times each day in an area toward the east side of the festival grounds near the Pink Pony Pub. The Shrimp Festival is expected to continue the growth and atmosphere from previous years. It brings approximately 300 vendors of all types, including arts and crafts, fine art, commercial vendors in the retail market and food.

The food vendors will be located along the boardwalk and will have everything from “any kind of shrimp dish you can think of,” gourmet hot dogs, ice cream, desserts and more, Motes said.

And, this year, the festival grounds will be bigger, spreading into Beach Road, which will be closed.

“We did a little remodeling,” Motes said.

Getting into the festival is free, and attendees can come and go as they please throughout the weekend. Food and fare from the vendors is for sale. There will be shaded picnic areas for people to sit and enjoy their food and the

festival itself.

The festival also boasts a children’s activity village, which is separated in the west public parking area and is connected to the main festival by a walkway along the beach. There will be a sandcastle building contest in this area.

For music fans, the festival has music from open to close each day. Local and nationwide talents covering a variety of styles will perform, including Phil Vassar on Friday and Eddie Money on Saturday, Motes said. Local acts include Ryan Balthrop, Sugarcane Jane, Adam Holt and many more.

“We have entertainment to accommodate all requests,” said Motes.

Festival organizers are proud to offer this variety and to provide a family friendly event for people in the area to attend, with “free being the key word,” Motes said. She said there are a lot of families, children, and even people pushing strollers.

“I love to see the groups that come down; this is what their vacation is planned around,” Motes said. “They come down to have a good time. That’s what our goal is – for everyone to have a wonderful time.”

The festival is also host to the Shrimp Fest 10K and 5K Run Walk Oct. 13 at the Orange Beach Sportsplex. The 10K begins at 8 a.m., and the 5K starts at 8:30 a.m.

Parking for the festival area is limited, and Motes encourages everyone to park at the shuttle stops around Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, including a new one at the Wharf. Shuttle rides are $2 per person each way. Shuttle stops and map can be found at www.nationalshrimpfestival.com along with all the festival details and registration for the 10K amd 5K Run Walk.

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The Wharf Stop Canal Road, Orange Beach East Shuttle Stops 1. Gulf State Park Campstore Located in the Campground 2. Orange Beach Winn Dixie 3. Orange Beach Wal-Mart Market 4. Flora-Bama Lounge

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Festival Events: Saturday, Oct. 13th

Time 10K Run at 8 a.m.

5K Run at 8:30 a.m.

Location Orange Beach Sportsplex 4385 William Silvers Parkway Orange Beach, AL The history of the Annual National Shrimp Festival Run dates back to 1977. Having its start as a 5 mile race that started and ended at Bayou Village in Gulf Shores, AL. 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 2012 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 & Orange Beach public schools.

Register Visit http://www.active.com/running/ orange-beach-al/annual-national-shrimp-festival-10k-5k-run-2012, or email shrimpfest@ run42k.com.

Registration 11 a.m.

Contest Hours 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Location On the beach - Children’s Activity Village.

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!

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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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2012 Entertainment Line-Up Thursday, Oct. 11

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10:00 – 12:00pm............Mac Walter 12:30 – 2:30pm......Long Lost Friend 3:00 – 5:00pm.............Roman Street 5:30 – 7:30pm............Ryan Balthrop 8:00 – 10:00pm....................Dr. Zarr

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Country star Phil Vassar to headline Shrimp Festival entertainment Oct. 12 GULF SHORES — Organizers for the 41st Annual National Shrimp Festival presented

by Zatarain’s have announced that country music star Phil Vassar will headline the Friday entertainment lineup this year. The Festival will take place Oct. 11 through 14 where Ala. Hwy. 59 meets the beach in Gulf Shores and is produced by the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce.

Vassar first rose to prominence in the music industry as a songwriter for such stars as Tim McGraw, Alan Jackson and former Shrimp Festival performer Jo Dee Messina. Messina’s “Bye, Bye” and “I’m Alright,” along with Jackson’s “Right on the Money” all reached No. 1 on the country charts. “Bye, Bye” also earned Vassar his first American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers award for Song of the Year, and in 1999 he was named ASCAP’s Songwriter of the Year.

At the height of his songwriting success, Vassar was signed by Arista Records’ Nashville division to record songs on their label.

His eponymous debut album in 1999 spawned his first single “Carlene,” which peaked at No. 5 on the country charts. His follow-up single “Just Another Day in Paradise” earned Vassar his first No. 1 song on the country charts and led to the album being certified as “gold” for selling more than 500,000 copies. Since then, he has released four albums of fresh songs and one “greatest hits” album, along with almost 20 singles that have spent time on the country charts. Earlier this year, he released “Don’t Miss Your Life” which peaked at No. 32 on the country charts. Festival Chairman Ron Kutter said he was excited when he found out Vassar would be coming to Gulf Shores in October. “Phil Vassar is the consummate country music singer/songwriter,” he said. “This is a country music entertainer that tours with a baby grand piano they wheel onto the stage.

From a personal point of view, I can’t wait for him to play ‘Just Another Day in Paradise’ because every day I wake up and feel just that way about living down here.”

Chamber Special Events Director Ann Motes said she, too, is excited about Vassar’s appearance at the Festival. “We started pursuing country acts to appear at the Festival sev-

Photo courtesy of Campbell Entertainment Group

Organizers of the 41st Annual National Shrimp Festival presented by Zatarain’s have announced that country music singer and songwriter Phil Vassar will headline the entertainment at the Festival on Oct. 12.

eral years ago. Since then, we’ve had Miranda Lambert, Jo Dee Messina, Lee Ann Womack and Colt Ford perform for us,” she said. “I think Phil’s performance will be remembered as one of the best. I just love his songs.”

For his part, Vassar said he can’t wait to play the Festival. “Okay, this may sound crazy, but I've never played the Gulf Shores area,” he said. “I can't tell you how many friends of mine have been there to play the Shrimp Festival, hang out at the beaches or both. All everyone talks about is how great the people are. I can't wait to get down there for all of the above and have a big ol' plate of shrimp!”

Kutter said more announcements regarding other entertainers who will play at the Festival will be forthcoming. “I’m excited about Eddie Money, Phil Vassar and all the other acts that have agreed to play throughout the weekend,” he said. “We’re in the process of getting all the contracts finalized and we’ll let everyone know the complete lineup shortly.”

For more information on the 41st Annual National Shrimp Festival™ presented by Zatarain’s, see the Festival website at www.nationalshrimpfestival.com.

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Are you interested in joining the Shrimp Festival Family and having lots of FUN? If so all you have to do is complete the Shrimp Festival Volunteer form at http://www. alagulfcoastchamber.com/pages/SFVolunteer & report to the Festival at your assigned date and time. Our Volunteers are very valuable and to repay you for your efforts, each Volunteer receives 1 Official Shrimp Festival Volunteer T-shirt & unlimited amounts of FUN! We are so glad to have you as a Volunteer, thank you for your dedication!

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For a list of hotels, condos and other places to stay visit http://www.alagulfcoastchamber.com/pages/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:

Ann Motes, Special Events Director, at events@alagulfcoastchamber.com or by calling (251) 968-7220.

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EDDIE MONEY TO HEADLINE SHRIMP FESTIVAL ENTERTAINMENT GULF SHORES — Organizers for the 41st Annual National Shrimp Festival presented by Zatarain's announced that rocker Eddie Money will headline the entertainment lineup this year. The festival will take place Oct. 11 through 14 where Ala. Hwy. 59 meets the Gulf in Gulf Shores and is produced by the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce.

Money, whose first career was a two-year stint as a policeman in New York, changed his last name from Mahoney to Money and hung up his badge and holster in 1968 to pursue a career in music. After moving to California to hone his craft, he signed a recording contract with Columbia Records, and burst onto the national music scene with his eponymous debut album in 1977.

Fans immediately fell in love with Money's sound, and the album, which went double platinum. It featured such hits as "Baby Hold On" and "Two Tickets to Paradise." He followed the success of his debut album with a stream of Top 40 hits, as well as some of the era's most creative videos for songs like "Shakin'" and "Think I'm in Love."

In 1986, Money released the album "Can't Hold Back," which featured the classic, Grammy-nominated duet with Ronnie Spector, "Take Me Home Tonight." The song reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album went platinum and also featured the hit "I Wanna Go Back."

These days, Money continues to delight new and old fans alike at venues throughout the country.

He draws fans from all over who are eager to see the legendary musician. Ask any concert attendee and they'll tell you he retains his signature style and performs with the same passion today as he did more than 30 years ago.

This is not Money's first time playing on the Alabama Gulf Coast. Bridgette Reynolds remembers a chilly March day in 1992 when Money rocked the beach in Gulf Shores as part of the short-lived Sea Oats Festival. "I remember he was rocking the place and Gary Busey, who was shooting the film 'Under Siege' in Mobile at the time, joined him," she said. "It may have been 20 years ago, but I remember it like it was yesterday."

Money also rocked Orange Beach two years ago with a concert at the Amphitheater at The Wharf.

"He rocked the house," Shrimp Festival Concessions Chairman Steve Jones said. "He had all of us up dancing around. He hasn't lost a step. His shows are still killer. I can't wait to see him at the Shrimp Fest this year."

Fans aren't the only ones who are anxious for the concert. "It's been too long! I can't wait to get back in beautiful Gulf Shores and rock the Shrimp Fest," Money said. "It will be great to get back to the Gulf Coast, and I thank the good people of Gulf Shores for

Photo courtesy of Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce

Organizers of the 41st Annual National Shrimp Festival presented by Zatarain's have announced that veteran rocker Eddie Money will headline the entertainment at the festival this year.

bringing me back."

Festival Chairman Ron Kutter said Money is an ideal act to headline the weekend. "He has more than 40 years experience in entertaining crowds, and he gives them a great show," he said. "Eddie Money and his songs remind me of what the Shrimp Festival is about - Alabama's original beach party. I can't wait for him to play 'Two Tickets to Paradise' in our little slice of paradise."

From the sounds of it, Money can't wait for the party either. "White sand, good food and rock-n-roll is what it's all about," he said. "See you in October!"

Kutter said more announcements with regards to other entertainers who will play at the festival will be forthcoming. "I'm excited about Eddie Money and all the other acts that have agreed to play throughout the weekend," he said. "From top to bottom, this may just be the best entertainment lineup we've ever had."

For more information on the 41st Annual National Shrimp Festival™ presented by Zatarain's, see the festival website at www.nationalshrimpfestival.com.

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Meet Your 2012 Official Shrimp Festival Poster Artist The 41st Annual National Shrimp Festival Committee, chaired by Ron Kutter, is proud to unveil the 2012 Official Annual National Shrimp Festival Poster. This year's winning design was created by Keith White, a native of Shallotte, N. C. Keith is a graduate of the Art Institute of Atlanta and the American College for the Applied Arts, earning his Bachelor's degree in commercial art. After living in Atlanta for eleven years and working as a computer graphic artist, Keith moved back home to Shallotte in 1998. Until 2003, Keith worked as a graphic artist at Kool-A-Brew in Calabash, N. C. Starting in early 2004, Keith began working for The Brunswick Beacon, a weekly newspaper focusing on local news and events for the southeastern coast of North Carolina.

Keith serves as both graphic artist in the Beacon's advertising department and the Beacon's editorial cartoonist. In addition to his time at

the Beacon, Keith is a freelance artist specializing in business logos, T-shirt designs and art focusing on local scenery and surfing, a personal passion. Keith is no stranger to local festivals. of Alabama Gulf Coast Throughout the Photo courtesy Area Chamber of Commerce year, Keith's art can be found at various community festivals on the southeast coast of North Carolina. Keith's art has been chosen as the official festival art for the Ocean Isle Beach Oyster Festival for the past three years.

To order an official Annual National Shrimp Festival poster visit http://www. alagulfcoastchamber.com/pages/souvenirs.

Photo courtesy of Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce

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Eardivine, LLC 282. Debra Roberts Circle D Metal Art 283. Mary Ann Bishop Spice Mill Dips 284. Jean Houndsome Jeanique 285-286. Florence

Thompson Fancy Threads 287-288. Judy Moeggenberg Leaton metal Design 289. John & Char Botello Hawaiian Sun Chairs 290. Gregory Goodall

Magnolia Springs Soap Works 291. Mitchel Gale Brandles LLC 292. Jenna Hirt Tying Tribes 293. De Howery Bodacious Beads

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2012 Fine Art Vendors

90. Michael Jasinski Jasinski Brothers Photography – Photography 91. Ian Williams Paw Woodcarving Ent – Sculpture 92. Candice Brown CM Brown Art – Mixed Media 93. Haley McCraney Makana Hele Designs – Jewelry 94. Randy Pardue C&R Studios – Sculpture 95. Cindy Hirt C&R Studios – Mixed Media 96. Sean Corner Sean Corner Sculptures – Sculpture 97. Claudia Carreon Mixed Media 98. Patrick J. Reynolds Patrick Reynolds Fine Art – Mixed Media 99. Kara Kirkpatrick The Jewelry Girls – Jewelry 100. Jaky Felix Joyful Imagination Glass – Sculpture 101. Tony Krysinsky Anthony Krysinsky Artist – Mixed Media 102. Wade Oliver Wade Oliver Ceramics – Sculpture 103. Gregg Billman Billman Art – Mixed Media 104. Frank Ledbetter Frank Ledbetter Metal

Art – Sculpture 105. Queen Uokes RA Regal Adornment – Jewelry 106. Larry Davis Larry Davis Art – Mixed Media 107. Tyler Stricklin 478 Creative – Photography 108. Robert and Faye Boyce Shooting Star – Sculpture 109. Mark Rosenbaum Rosetree Glass Studio – Sculpture 110. Judy Goodfellow Originals In Oil – Paintings 111. Michael Wurman Dot4Dot – Mixed Media 112. Kathy Eroh Kathy Eroh Designs – Mixed Media 113. Henry and Susan Bufkin Bufkin Air Designs – Mixed Media 114. Moonstone & Skip White Emerald Coast Designs – Fine Jewelry 115. Teri Causey Teri Causey Art – Mixed Media 116. Loran Chavez Brush Strokes & Brilliance – Paintings 117. John Wiesiner Red Cabin Pottery – Sculpture 118. Ed Bladen Creekside Wood

Designs – Mixed Media 119. Rich Britnell Geographics – Drawing 120. James Richmond Photography 121. Windy Edwards Wendy Kay Designs – Jewelry 122. Rob DeForge Art Nautique – Mixed Media 123. Christina Glennon Decorative Glennon – Painting 124. Martin Hausner Jewelry 125. Fred Fisher Aquatic Impressions – Mixed Media 126. Miki Cotton Metal 127. Phyllis Frankenfield Unique Letters – Photograph 128. C.C. Lee C.C. Lee Art – Sculpture 129. Schuyler Allen Schuyler Allen – Art 130. Linda Geiger South Eden Art – Painting 131. Kathy Brennan Jewelry 132. Vendor 133. Tracy Womack Trasea's Glassworks – Mixed Media 134. Melissa Hallman M. Arleene Hallman – Jewelry 135. Joe Sheffield

Something Southern Art – Painting 136. Jason Stoddart Stoddart Photography – Photography 137. Steven Dark Pottery Central – Sculpture 138. Kyung a Park Kyung Art Studio – Painting 139. Royal Miree Sculpture 140. Vendor 141. Robert & Kim Dillard Wedding Belles and Sea Shells, LLC – Mixed Media 142. Scott Compton Nomad Folkart – Mixed Media 143. Dianne Krumel Paintings 144. Jason Stokes Holley Hill Pottery Sculpture 145. Jean McKee Painting 146. Jerry Mitchell Sculpture 147. Janice RussellBeck Painting 148. Ron Strickland Yokie and Me Artglass – Mixed Media 149. Kenneth Aunchman Aunchman Gallery – Painting 150. Steve & Dee Burrow Seat Oat Studio – Sculpture

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2012 Retail Marketplace Vendors

By East Stage: Glo-Worx Kids novelties, inflatable’s, bubble guns, led novelties, glow necklaces, pucker powder 1-2. Gem Tex/Molly Z Fashion jewelry, handbags, designer style jewelry, scarves, flip-flops, wallets, t-shirts, fashion watches, college gift items 3. Accessories Galore Fashion jewelry, handbags, designer style jewelry, scarves, flip-flops, wallets, tshirts, fashion watches, college gift

item 4. Great Lakes Outback Authentic Australian Hats by Bacmah, straw hats by B.C. Hats, HBY Miami, O.S.G., sport hats, boating hats, leather seal, Australian goods, Aussie shrimp peelers 5. Too Cute, LLC Children’s clothing, bags, monogramming & accessories 6. Randy’s Collectables Vintage/antique metal signs & posters 7-8. Tampa Bay Traders

Tropical sundresses and rhinestone tops 9-10. Dixie Clothing Officially licensed collegiate products including but not limited to shirts, hats, stickers, jewelry, flip flops, sunglasses, koozies, cups, bags, etc 11-12. Key West Island Wear, LLC Ladies dresses, tops, bags 13. Precioso Sunglasses, bags, belts, jewelry, scarves, clothing, hair accessories, beanies, and visors 14. Viper Sauce

BBQ sauce and BBQ mixes 15. Flora-Bama Lounge, Package & Oyster Bar Flora-Bama Merchandise 18-19. Zatarain’s & Organized Seafood Sampling 20. Jim’s Bonsai Bonsai trees & lucky bamboo & accessories 21. Be-Jeweled LLC Jewelry - gold and silver 22 -23. The Outdoor Edge Leather belts, wallets, caps, motorcycle helmets, knives, du-rags, CONTINUED ON PAGE 26

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sunglasses, holsters, t-shirts, camo bags 24. Scentsy Wickless Candles Scentsy wickless candles & layers products, bath and body, room sprays, scented wax, warmers travel scents, all scentsy candles & scentsy layers products 25-27. Guy Harvey Tees, hats, tumblers, artwork 28. Gulf Shores Middle School – Coca-Cola drink booth 29-30. The Hangout Beer, Frozen drinks, Retail 31-34. Surf Style Retail merchandise 35. OBA Canvas Co. Handmade canvas accessory bags, duffle bags, totes, pillows, boat boarding & entry mats, hugger covers, toiletry kits, as well as embroidered towels & visors 36. Sand Dollar Lifestyles Apparell including Guy Harvey, Salt Life, Under Armour, & footwear 37. Flash Time Photobooth 38 -39. Sunrays Optical Boutique Sunglasses, optical goods, t-shirts, visors, decals & sunglass ac-

cessories 40-41. Kay’s Jewelry Sterling silver, wood, shell, crystal jewelry, licensed collegiate jewelry 42. EZ Hang Chairs Upscale hanging chairs, hammocks, & stands 43. Too Hot Mamas, Inc Hats, clothing, sunglasses, gifts, hair feathers 44. Happy Harbor T-shirts, cups, caps, towels, beach items, wind chimes, seashells and gift souvenir items 45. 2-Dye-4 Handcrafted tie-dyed clothing - dresses, skirts, baby rompers, t-shirts, wall hanging, accessories 46-48. Royal Prestige 49. Winning Concepts Wood ornaments, wall tributes, magnets, jellyfish sculptures, & sea globes 50-51. Organized Seafood Association 52. Faulkner State Community College – Coca Cola drink booth 53. Diamond Jewelers Gulf Shores & Orange Beach bracelets 54. American Family Care 55. Tacky Jacks Retail merchandise 56. Queen Lane Designs

Cotton canvas tote bags, beach bags, cosmetic bags, carryon bags, duffel bags.

All cotton canvas screen printed fabric 57. Paddy Prints Officially licensed college - NASCAR, Military, NFL, MLB, Misc - BBQ spatulas, fork & tong, accessory, coasters, aprons, made from heavy duty stainless steel with maple handles 58-59. Model Tee - AL Gumboheads T-shirt, caps, shorts, sweats, bags, and koozies 60-61. Glitz & Glamour II Designer inspired jewelry, necklaces, bracelets & earrings 62. Gulf Shores Elementary School – Coca Cola drink booth 63-64. Spectrum Resorts 65-66. Art Warehouse Oil paintings - frames & other art items, pearls and jewelry 67-70. The Hangout Retail merchandise 71. Gulf Life Custom designed screen printed t-shirts, monogrammed hats, visors, window decals, sunglass holders, kozzies, card holders, and more 72. Crushable Hats

Inc Crushable sea grass hats 73. HL Hood Save the Tata’s t-shirts, hats, other novelties 74-75. Mossy Oak T-shirts, casual clothes, tervis tumblers 76-77. Frog Pond Musik Hand carved wooden animals & jellyfish glass artwork 78. Columbia Southern University 79. Simplicity Gourment 80-81. Petal Bay Ladies boutique apparel to fit all types and sizes 82-83. Coconut Critters Tropical coconut wine chimes, tiki swings, surfboards 84. Tropical Breeze Dresses, tops, hats, rings and more clothing 85. Ladybird & Friends, LLC Award winning allnatural hot sauces 86. Gulf Shores Golf 87. Gulf Shores High School – Coca Cola drink booth 88. Glitz Galore-NMore, LLC High end copies of David Yurman, John Hardy, Tiffany, & others 89. McCollough

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2012 Food Vendors East Boardwalk

West Boardwalk

RJ's Seafood Hope's Cheesecake

Jake's Steakhouse BJ's Concessions Taste & Tell Team Concessions, Inc Rotolo's Pizzeria Wild Bill Olde Fashion Sodas Southern Concessions Ruben's Concession Seafood Unlimited Copeland's Ice Cream International Foods

Ching's Concession Doc's Seafood Mermaid Special Events Tin Tins Oriental Food &Seafood Rockin Roger's Cajun Cuisine Fun Time Concessions Organized Seafood Association of AL Deli Delite Golden Gate Foods The Taste of New Orleans Big O's Dog House Grille Hillbilly Roasted Corn Festival Foods Cobb & Company, LLC Kettle popcorn, BBQ, dill pickle Dippin' Dots Cajun Specialty Meats Red Wagon Concessions South Beach Grille Ruben's Concession

Woody's Pizzeria Kona Ice of Birmingham

For a detailed list of what is offered at each food vendor visit: http://www.alagulfcoastchamber. com/pages/exhibitors.

5th Annual National Shrimp Festival Restaurant Challenge Presented by Zatarain’s

1st Place

Shaggy’s Harbor Bar & Grill Chef Ashley Cabona ashley@shaggys.biz

2nd Place

Nolan’s Restaurant & Lounge Chef Michael Pophin info@nolansrestaurant.com

3rd Place

Flippers Restaurant Chef Mike Myers thechefsspecial@yahoo.com

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