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8 Living With Children

Save the Day with a Superhero Party

Kids will love these superhero crafts, games and other ideas!

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Fun Birthday Parties for Busy Parents

Party places kids will love that make planning easy for you.

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16 Kids Health Watch

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38 Parenting, Media & Everything in Between Common Sense Media

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40 Parenting Today’s Teens Mark Gregston

45 Dave Says Dave Ramsey

Birthday Party Guide All the local resources you need for their big day.

When Your Child Throws a Tantrum Seven things to remember.

46 Get This!

Gerry Paige Smith

50 A Page in a Book Gerry Paige Smith

On The Cover Lily Olivia Vuong turns seven this month! She is the daughter of Phu and Jennifer Vuong and sister Isabella Vuong.

Olivia loves ballet and being a cheerleader for Spanish Fort.

She also enjoys swimming and her dolls.

Departments 10

Bits and Pieces 18

School Bits 73

Family Calendar 84

Movie Reviews

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My mom loves the Fourth of July holiday, well, really all patriotic holidays. So much so that several years ago she organized her neighbors to come together and put flags in their front yards during these occasions. They aren’t big expensive flags, just smaller, easy to display flags that create a beautiful wave lining the sidewalks. Her local newspaper even did a story and had a photo of her with her flags. It is a fun and meaningful tradition to Mom that she carries on for every patriotic holiday.

While those holidays are usually her biggest public displays, she makes a pretty big deal out of all holidays and special occasions, including our birthdays. On our birthdays she would decorate the house with streamers and signs so we woke up to a celebration. I can even remember being home for a visit at 24 and she still decorated! I loved it! I continue to carry on that tradition with my girls and hope they will do the same when they are parents. I am pretty sure this explains where I got my love of birthday celebrations, and why I get so excited about our July Birthday Issue each year.

Yes, that’s right, this is the Big Birthday Party Issue! When you have birthdays to celebrate, this is your one-stop party planner! We kick the issue off with an article from Kimberly Blaker, Fun Birthday Parties for Busy Parents. We have all seen the Pinterest perfect home birthday parties, but we don’t always have time for a home party. Kimberly gives us suggestions on party themes and where to look for easy parties outside of the house.

If you are more of a DIY party planner and are caught up in the superhero frenzy, you will love the ideas in Kapow! Save the Day with a Superhero Party Plan, by Pam Molnar. The article is filled with games, crafts and goodie bag fillers. Whether you are hosting all boys, all girls, or even a mix, her ideas are sure to be a hit.

No matter what kind of celebration you are hosting, you definitely want to check out the Birthday Party Guide on page 56. Here you will find local places to party, where to order cakes, supplies, inflatables and other party rental resources, plus all kinds of entertainment you can hire for your party. This is an issue you will want to hold on to all year as you plan your special celebrations.

While parties are a ton of fun, we all know what too much excitement and too many treats can lead to for our kids. That’s right, temper tantrums. Most, if not all, of us have experienced them and they can really throw us for a loop. Public tantrums can be embarrassing and frustrating, but as Sarah Lyons mentions in 7 Things to Remember When Your Child Throws a Tantrum, it is normal. To read her tips on what to do during a tantrum, turn to page 70.

As we close out another month, I want to wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July holiday. I also want to thank all the men, women and families who sacrifice so much and work so hard for our country. God Bless You!

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by John Rosemond

Should Our Child Repeat Kindergarten?

Q: Even though he had an early-August birthday, we started our son in Kindergarten this past Fall at a private Christian school.

They did some testing prior to the start of the school year and told us they thought he would do okay. Now, however, they are telling us that he is “somewhat immature” and would probably benefit from another year in Kindergarten. We’re upset that they accepted him in the first place, but also feel that some of his problems were due to a young and relatively inexperienced teacher. We’re reluctant to hold him back out of concern that doing so may contribute to a negative self-image. Any thoughts?

A: I’d be inclined to cut the school some slack. I can’t imagine that they would have accepted him already knowing he was at high risk of having to repeat. In all likelihood, they simply gave him the benefit of doubt, which I recommend you return to them.

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I’m not a fan of the rather widespread practice of postponing school entrance for late-birthday boys. In my estimation, the practice is counterproductive. If starting school is postponed for boys with birthdays after, say, June 1, “immature” boys suddenly become those with birthdays after March 1. Backing up the “not quite ready” date could go on forever. Furthermore, while delaying school entrance may benefit some late-birthday kids, it will be a disservice to others. One’s birthday is not necessarily a reliable indicator of immaturity.

You may be right that the primary problem is an inexperienced teacher who is not skilled at “herding cats.” Insecurity concerning her classroom authority will certainly compound any immaturity problems, especially with typically highly-active boys.

That is, however, water under the proverbial bridge. It may be that your son would not have “made the grade” even with a very experienced teacher.

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All things considered, I would lean strongly toward accepting the school’s recommendation. My only caveat is that on the assumption that your son’s problems were exacerbated by an inexperienced teacher, you definitely do not want him with her again next year. If the school he’s attending has only one Kindergarten teacher, then I’d recommend that he repeat at another school.

That may be a hassle, but it’s worth whatever hassle may be involved, believe me.

You need not be concerned that repeating Kindergarten might constitute a threat to your son’s self-concept. One of my grandchildren repeated Kindergarten. He graduated high school with honors and was admitted to a highly-ranked state university that experiences significant enrollment pressure, where he is doing splendidly.

You merely want to tell your son, very matter-of-factly, that you’ve decided to let him repeat. Reason? “We think it’s best.” The simpler the explanation, the better.

Family psychologist John Rosemond answers parents’ questions on his website at www.rosemond.com.

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PAW Patrol Live! Sets Sail with a New Pirate Adventure!

X barks the spot in the new tour PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure!” It’s Pirate Day in Adventure Bay, and Mayor Goodway is getting ready for a big celebration! But first, Ryder and his team of pirate pups must rescue Cap’n Turbot from a mysterious cavern. When they do, they also discover a secret pirate treasure map! The PAW Patrol set out over land and sea to find the treasure for Mayor Goodway’s celebration before Mayor Humdinger finds it first! The pups will need all paws on deck for this pirate adventure, including some help from the newest pup … Tracker!

PAW Patrol Live! "The Great Pirate Adventure" is sailing into Mobile at the Mobile Civic Center Theater on Tuesday, July 17 at 6:00 PM and Wednesday, July 18 at 10:00 AM or 6:00 PM. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.mobilecivicctr.com.

A Week of Sharks! at Gulf State Park

Come to the Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores July 23-27 for Shark Week. Join us for a full week of games, activities, displays, scavenger hunt contest local vendors and education all about sharks. Admission is $3 per person per day for all activities, games and pier sightseeing. For more information visit www.GulfStateParkSharkWeek.com.

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Prepare for July Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday

Alabama's 13th annual sales tax holiday for school-related items is set for July 20-22, 2018. This marks the second time the annual tax holiday will take place in July. From 12:01 AM Friday, July 20, until midnight, Sunday, July 22, Alabama shoppers have the opportunity to purchase certain school supplies, computers, books and clothing free of the state’s four percent sales or use tax. All of this information including a downloadable poster, cities/counties that are participating and even more information can be found at: alabamaretail.org/resources/salestaxholidays/back-to-school/

DYW “Be Your Best Self” Boot Camp for Young Ladies

Distinguished Young Women of Baldwin County invites third - sixth grade girls to participate in its "Be Your Best Self" Boot camp and seventh and eighth grade girls for "Boot Camp Elite". The camps will meet August 18th at kbdanz studio in Summerdale and August 25 at Coastal Alabama Community College from 10:00 - 12:30 PM. Both camps will include a performance on stage at the 2019 program on September 8, 2 program tickets, group photos, refreshments and a boot camp t-shirt. Registration is $30 which goes to the scholarship fund. For more info contact: Diane (BYBS) at dianefoster. elberta@gmail.com (251-979-2358) or for Elite contact Deeon at deeonrosemay@gmail.com (251-622-0051).

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4-H Master Gardeners Summer Fun Day for Kids

Dig into FUN with the Master Gardeners and 4-H of Baldwin County!

You are invited to join the fun on July 27 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM for a seed spitting contest, 4-H backyard chicks, rock painting, meet the herbs, salad making, and fun games! Lunch is provided. Admission is $5 per family: an adult must accompany each family. Lessons are great for all ages, ages 8-14 encouraged. To pre-register, call 251-937-7176 or email sfb0010@aces.edu by July 20. The event will be held at the Gulf Coast Regional Research & Experiment Station, 8300 Highway 104, Fairhope, AL (1/2 mile east of Highway 98).

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USS Alabama’s July 4th Fundraiser

You are invited to attend USS Alabama's July 4th fundraiser for Battleship Memorial Park. Enjoy live music by 1940s band Swing, barbeque, an ice cream buffet and fireworks viewing from the decks of the USS ALABAMA. Tickets are $50 for adults and $25 for children. Children will receive the children’s book “Hooray for the Mighty A” and a sailor hat. Activities for children will include a reading by author Karyn Tunks, games and more. Proceeds will benefit the USS ALABAMA Battleship Foundation, Inc. and fund restoration projects at the park. For tickets please visit https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3408026

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Cities and Civic organizations all across Baldwin County are hosting July 4th Celebrations! Here is a list of the ones we found! For more celebrations, view the Family Calendar!

City of Daphne July 4th Celebration, Trione Sports Complex Enjoy fireworks on July 4th at dusk along with other fun family entertainment.

City of Fairhope Fourth of July Concert & Fireworks Fairhope Municipal Pier The City of Fairhope will host its annual Fourth of July Concert & Fireworks display again this year on Wednesday, July 4 in Henry George Park and the Fairhope Municipal Pier. The Baldwin Pops Band Independence Day Concert will begin at 7:00 PM in Henry George Park. A variety of patriotic music will be played before and during the fireworks display. The Fairhope fireworks display will begin at approximately 9 PM. City of Gulf Shores, Gulf State Park The City of Gulf Shores will celebrate the Fourth of July with a stunning fireworks display. View fireworks being launched from the Gulf State Park Fishing and Education Pier. Display begins at 9 PM on July 4.

Magnolia Spring Annual 4th of July Parade and Celebration Parade route will begin at Woodland Drive to Oak Street and end on the Green at MSVFD. Lineup at 10:00 PM. Parade begins at 10:30 AM. Festivities until 1:00 PM. Bay Minette Rotary Club Fireworks Tuesday, July 3 the Bay Minette Rotary will celebrate at Simmons Field at dusk.

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Independence Day July 3rd Street Party

Uncle Sam is turning a spry 242 years old on July 4th, so we thought we’d celebrate a day early here at The Wharf! Join us for our Independence Day Street Party on July 3rd for the ultimate freedom celebration! Bring the family down for live entertainment, kid-friendly activities sponsored

by Christian Life The Island Church, prize giveaways, and much more. We will be handing out glow-in-the-dark American flags to wave when the sun sets, and our iconic palm trees will sparkle a patriotic theme of red, white, and blue! Set up shop on Main Street for the perfect fireworks viewing spot and hang around for our Spectra Sound & Light Spectacular shows. Join the fun on Tuesday, July 3rd, 5-9PM. fireworks display begins at 8:45 PM. Admission is FREE.

4th of July Extravaganza at GulfQuest

GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico is excited to announce its 4th of July Extravaganza! Family-friendly festivities for all ages will take place from 2-8 PM on Wednesday, July 4. Enjoy multiple activities on the Riverfront Promenade overlooking the Mobile River to keep the entire family entertained, including an inflatable Tropical Water Slide for children. For only $5.00 per child, attendees will enjoy unlimited access to this massive water slide. Activities will be located outside on the Riverfront Promenade.

Also, GulfQuest National Maritime Museum exhibits will be open from 2-6 PM with a $5.00 per person admission. The City of Mobile will culminate the evening at 9 PM with a spectacular fireworks display backed by the Mobile Pops overlooking the Mobile River.

Tickets for the waterslide or exhibit admission may be purchased via the following links: Waterslide: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gulfquest-4th-of-july-extravaganza-waterslides-tickets-46367584694 Exhibits: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gulfquest-4th-of-july-extravaganza-exhibits-access-tickets-46089334440

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Weeks Bay Foundation Pelican Paddle

On Saturday, August 4, the Weeks Bay Foundation will be hosting their 6th annual Pelican Paddle, a canoe, kayak and paddleboard race. This is an amazing family friendly event that showcases the beauty of Weeks Bay, gets folks out on the water, and provides a little friendly competition.

Racers will compete in categories such as solo kayak, tandem craft, stand up paddleboard, and non-traditional craft. We even have a junior division and a pro division, which runs a 7-mile course! For those who aren’t interested in racing, we will have a leisurely guided Eco-Tour. This part of the event is great for nature lovers and inexperienced paddlers. Fairhope Boat Company and 17 Turtles Outfitters have generously donated a limited number of canoes and kayaks to be loaned out to people who don’t have their own equipment. Tickets are $30/paddler $70/family in advance. Check out www.weeksbay.org or call 251-990-5004 for more information.

Mobile Baykeeper to Celebrate Bay Bites Food Truck Festival

Mobile Baykeeper is hosting Bay Bites Food Truck Festival on Wednesday, July 25 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Cooper Riverside Park. Bay Bites is an annual event featuring a variety of different cuisine from the area’s best food trucks, craft beer provided by Sweetwater Brewing Company, live music, and lawn games on the beautiful riverfront of downtown Mobile.

Similar to last year’s event, the event will also include a dunking booth featuring local media personalities and public figures and a variety of children’s activities including face painting, water slides, laser tag, and more to be announced.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the gate. The purchase of one ticket includes three drink tokens (beer or coke products) and benefits Mobile Baykeeper’s efforts for clean water, clean air, and healthy communities. Admission is free for children ages 12 and under. More details about live music, participating food trucks, dunk booth contestants, and entertainment options will be announced at a later date.

To purchase tickets and learn more information, visit mobilebaykeeper.org or call 251-433-4229.

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2018 Flavors of the South Food and Wine Showcase

Join the Central Baldwin Chamber of Commerce for the 2018 Flavors of the South to showcase food and wine from local restaurants and caterers. Come sample a variety of food and drink while listening to music and participating in our silent auction. Individual tickets are $30 or a table of 8 is $200. This special event will be held July 19, from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Baldwin County Coliseum in Robertsdale. Donations items are also being accepted for the silent auction. For more information or to reserve tickets, call the Chamber at 251-947-2626.

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Water's Extreme Journey Maze at the Gulf Coast Exploreum

Sponsored by Mobile County, Mobile Bay National Estuary Program, and MAWSS, Water’s Extreme Journey transforms YOU into a drop of water entering a watershed – an area of land where water drains and collects into a shared reservoir. Voyage (as a drop of water) through rivers, lakes, wetlands, and even your homes, eventually reaching the healthy ocean. As you’ll see, water drops face many hurdles as they interact with humans. For more information visit Exploreum.com or call the box office, 251-208-6893.

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Original Oyster House Spectacular Sunset Contest

It’s no secret that the Alabama Gulf Coast claims the most breathtaking sunsets in the area.

To confirm this, the Original Oyster House is running a contest to find the best sunset photo taken from either of its two waterfront locations on the Mobile Causeway or in Gulf Shores. Enter your photo to win dinner for two ($50 value) or other great prizes including Original Oyster House tote bags filled with goodies.

The promotion began the first day of summer, June 21, and ends August 31, 2018, at 9 PM EST. To enter, participants must be 18-years or older and visit either Original Oyster House location during sunset. The participant must take a photo of the sunset in or outside the restaurant and post it on Facebook.com/OriginalOysterHouse with the hashtag #OOHSunset.

Facebook likes of the sunset posts and/or creativity of the sunset posts can improve a participant’s chances of winning. Participants can campaign for likes, by tagging after posting to the Original Oyster House Facebook page and sharing the post on their own Facebook pages. Winners will be notified via Facebook Messenger. 2017 Winner: Cathy Elgie was the 2017 winner of the first OOH Spectacular Sunset Contest.

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21st Annual Professional Rodeo Benefiting the Peer Helpers, A Jennifer Claire Moore Program

The 21st Annual Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Professional Rodeo returns to the City of Foley Horse Arena August 2 - 4.

Scheduled competition events include bareback and saddle bronc riding, bull riding, calf roping, breakaway roping, steer wrestling, team roping and barrel racing.

Rodeo action begins nightly at 8:00 at the City of Foley Horse Arena with children’s activities starting at 6:00 PM. Tickets are $15 for adults, $8 for children ages 3-12 years old, and free for ages 2 and under. Ticket price includes all Kids Zone activities and the Rodeo. The arena is located at 113 E. Rosetta Avenue, Foley.

The JCMF Annual Professional Rodeo is the primary fundraiser for the Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation, a nonprofit organization providing training, funding and support of Peer Helper Programs in Baldwin County. To learn more about the Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation and the Rodeo, please visit PeerHelpers.org or call (251) 971-3633.

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Oh My Gawsh! Is That a Tick?

I love the summer, don’t you? Being on the water with my family is one of my favorite activities. We have talked about sun exposure, beach emergencies, boating hazards and swimming safety. But, as summer camps roll around and the kids and dogs go marching through the woods, we need to be on the lookout for ticks. While everyone’s first thought is dreaded Lyme disease with a tick bite, luckily, down here in lower Alabama, Lyme disease is very rare!

However, tick bites can lead to local infection and sometimes rare, but serious tick borne illnesses. Today we will talk about prevention, identification, removal, and what to look for if the bite becomes serious.

So as with most things in pediatrics, prevention is key. If you have to go into a heavily wooded or brushy area and it’s in the summer, be on the lookout! First, wear light-colored clothing to easily see if you have ticks crawling on your clothes and be sure to not only wear pants, but tuck them into your socks to reduce exposure. Be sure to apply tick repellents to your skin (those that contain DEET) and clothes (those that contain permethrin). Finally, be sure to check yourself, your children, and your pets headto-toe for any ticks after coming inside. Tick bites don’t hurt or itch, so they can be easily missed. Two areas that ticks like to hide are

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in clothing and in a child’s hair, so be sure to give those areas extra care.

Oh my gawsh! Is that a tick? So you listened to my advice and checked your kids and spotted a tick. To start, there are two main types of ticks. Deer ticks that can range from the size of a pinhead to an apple seed, and wood ticks that are bigger, like a watermelon seed. Now, before you start grabbing the tick and squeezing it with your fingers, we need to do a few things. First, take a deep breath. You need to be calm so your child will be calm. First try using a credit card and gently scraping the tick—if it is a recent bite, it sometimes will scrape right off!

If not, use tweezers or long fingernails to grasp the tick near the head and GENTLY pull back with constant pressure. Be sure to not twist or crush the bug to reduce the chance of tearing it in half. Sometimes, a thread or needle can be inserted under the jaws and gently lifted to remove the bug. If you do leave the head, it’s OK! Clean the area with soap and water and use a sterile needle to remove the biggest portion. If some is left, leave it alone! The body will work it out like a splinter. And, since we also aim to dispel myths and rumors around here, ticks will not come off with application of Vaseline, nail polish, rubbing alcohol or hot needles! After removing the tick, clean the area with soap

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and water and apply triple antibiotic ointment for a few days to prevent infection.

OK, so does my child have Lyme disease?!

I don’t think so. A tick has to be attached to the skin for 48 hours before transmission of the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, the bug that can cause Lyme disease.

So prompt removal usually is enough.

In fact, even in areas where Lyme disease is rampant (mainly the Northeast), the transmission rate is only 1.4%! I have had several people ask me if their child needed blood work to test for illnesses and even antibiotics for treatment. The answer is no!

Basically you have to watch for signs and symptoms of the tick-borne illnesses including rashes (can be a large red lesion around the site of the bite or splotchy red marks on the wrists and ankles), fever, fatigue, headache, and muscle aches. The hard part is, these symptoms can present anywhere from three to thirty days after a bite! If you see any of these, then talk to your child’s physician immediately about testing/ treatment and to answer questions about these illnesses!

Robert L. Rux, M.D. is a Board Certified Pediatrician at Magnolia Springs Pediatrics. Originally from Mobile, he attended medical school at The University of Alabama School of Medicine (UAB) and completed residency at The Children’s Hospital of Alabama (UAB). He is married to Jaime and has three children, Adler, Walker and Mary McAtee.

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Kindergarten Boating Safety Course at Orange Beach Elementary

FMS From Seed to Slaw!

Mrs. Lynn’s kindergarten class from Orange Beach Elementary participated in a boating safety course to learn about safety in and around a boat! Pictured left to right are: Josh Blair, Ella Perry Massey, Piper Ostrow, Aubrie Stringham, Jacob Watson.

Fairhope Middle School 8th grade students in Mrs. Bartl’s Gifted and Talented classes planted a cabbage garden in January.

The students learned to care for the garden by watering, weeding, and fertilizing the cabbages. They even dealt with the dreaded cabbage worm! The week before school got out they harvested the cabbages and made delicious cole slaw, which they shared with the faculty and staff.

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FES/FIS/FMS Teachers Attend Space Academy

Rachel Cassagne (FMS), Wilson McDuff (FES) and Cara Dube (FIS) represented Baldwin County and the Fairhope Pirates at Space Academy for Educators this June. Teachers from across the state came together and worked collaboratively on Shuttle Missions, a mission to Mars, and other activities that could be easily replicated in the classroom. The educators also had a unique experience in hearing from NASA on what the future of the space program will be with the completion of the SLS (Space Launch System). Rachel, Wilson and Cara were three of the only 98 teachers from the state of Alabama chosen to receive the scholarship from the Alabama State Legislature.

Field Day at J. Larry Newton School

J. Larry Newton students enjoyed a fabulous Field Day filled with water games, bounce houses, tug-of-war, relay races and kickball.

Pictured are Vivian Wiles, Brenna Schmierer, and Anastasia Newton.

SFHS French National Honor Society

Spanish Fort High School’s French Program inducted 49 students into the French National Honor Society on May 2. To be invited students must maintain an “A” in all French coursework, a “B” average overall, and a satisfactory discipline record. The goal of this organization is to stimulate interest in the study of French, promote high standards of scholarship, reward scholastic achievement, and create an enthusiasm and understanding of French language and culture.

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Bayside Academy Girls Golf Team Named 2018 Alabama High School Athletic Association 1A–3A State Runner-Up!

Bayside Academy is proud of the school’s girls golf team for recently placing as the 2018 Alabama High School Athletic Association 1A–3A State Runner-Up! Individually, sophomore Tori Roush finished third overall, shooting a 75 on the first day of the tournament and a 78 on the second day. Kaitlyn Morris ’18 finished sixth with a consistent 84 on both days, and Paige Hammele ’18 finished ninth with a 90 on the first day and an 87 on the second day.

Bayside congratulates all three girls on a great state tournament! Pictured, L to R: Bayside Golf Head Coach Mark Lasseter; team members Tori Roush (sophomore), Paige Hammele ’18 and Kaitlyn Morris ’18; Golf Coach Caroline Beebe Skadow ’12.

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Bayshore Christian School Athletic Summer Camp

Bayshore Christian School recently wrapped up their Athletic Summer Camp. The campers learned a few of the fundamentals of soccer, basketball, and volleyball. They also had fun playing dodgeball, gaga ball, and being timed in an obstacle course.

Campers spent time each day learning what the Bible says about the value of honoring their parents. The week ended with a fun water day where campers had the chance to slide down the Big Kahuna water slide. They had a blast!

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Autauga County Schools Spanish Fort HS National Spanish Exam Winners

Pictured are the Spanish Fort HS Medal Winners in the 2018 National Spanish Exam. This exam is the largest Assessment/Contest in the USA with a participation of over 100,000 students nationwide. The National Spanish Exam measures achievement and written and oral comprehension in Spanish. Our students won a total of 19 medals: 10 Silver and 9 Bronze Medals and 36 Menciones Honoríficas.

OBES Holds Leader in Me Leadership Day

Orange Beach Elementary School recently held their Leader in Me Leadership Day. Students directed all the event where guests were greeted by the Spirit Leaders Club and heard about the 7 Habits of Leaders from the Talk It Up Club. Then, the Peer Helpers and the Student Lighthouse Team members, pictured, escorted guests on a tour of the school and visited all the school leadership club meetings. After the tour, guests were treated to a performance of “Annie” performed by the Drama Club.

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Music Students Compete at Alabama State Auditions

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SFHS Cheerleaders Sign with Colleges

Spanish Fort High School cheerleaders, Lauren Meador and Maddie Sherrell signed with colleges. Lauren will be cheering for the University of West Florida and Maddie Sherrell will be cheering for Troy State. Congratulations!

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Outstanding Students Recognized at Fairhope Middle School

Fairhope Middle School would like to congratulate its Students of the Month for March, April, and May. These students were selected by the faculty for their exceptional citizenship and leadership qualities. Top photo: FMS Outstanding 7th Grade Students: (in no particular order): Faith Green, Colton Smith, Copeland Bowman, Elora Waters, Alex Penn, Nathaniel Strassburg, Lillie Mitchell, and Noah Engel.

Bottom photo: FMS Outstanding 8th Grade Students: (in no particular order): Kaleigh Rutkoski, Dustin Weinberg, Grayson Harris, Taylor Wiggins, Sophie Summers, Maggie Delamore, Hunter Ivey, Koestler Anderton, Reagan White, and Jared Mason.

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Daphne HS Ag Mechanics Team Wins State Competition

Fairhope Chief of Police/ Newton School Media Specialist for a Day

Brody Bosarge, a first grade student at J. Larry Newton, reported for duty as Fairhope’s Chief of Police for a Day. Chief Bosarge was selected as Chief during a recent fund raising event. Chief Bosarge officiated the Monday staff meeting and brought his class doughnuts! He's pictured with Investigator Ron Wells, Lieutenant Larry Sledge, and Investigator David Hill.

Cooper Johnson, a kindergartner at J. Larry Newton, was selected as Newton’s Media Specialist for a Day during their Spring into Art Fundraising event.

He conducted library classes for the day and decided the kids were so well behaved they earned a day of fun and games! He’s pictured with Media Specialist, Terri Frank.

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The Daphne High School Agricultural Mechanics (Ag Mech) team won state on June 6. Team members were Max Brown, Coleman Liles, Garrett Springs, and Noah Byrd. Noah Byrd finished with the highest overall score in the state. They will travel to Indianapolis in October to represent the state of Alabama at Nationals. For the Ag Mech competition these students must know a wide variety of information that has to deal with the Agricultural construction and mechanical industries, including farm equipment, small engines, construction framing, electrical, plumbing, surveying, welding and other categories. Then they complete a hands-on skills test in each of these categories and are judged in each category. Daphne High School is very proud of these students and their teachers.

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BCHS FFA Attends State Conference and Competitions

Members of the Baldwin County High School FFA recently took part in a week-long trip that included the state conference, various competitions, a college tour and related field trips. The week concluded with two of its members – David Lacey and Mary Elyse Allen - receiving their Alabama State FFA Degrees.

During the week, four Chapter members competed in the Alabama Aquaculture Contest at Opelika High School. Representing BCHS included Nathan Rider, Brenton Godwin, Evan Ramsey, and Brianna Lollie.

While they took part in the contest, FFA Sponsors Andy Jones and David Garrett took the other 16 members on a self-guided tour of Auburn University to help students get acquainted with an agricultural related university.

After participating in the contest, the whole group traveled to the Wild Animal Safari in Pine Mountain, GA. The group then headed to Montgomery for the first and second sessions of the 90th Annual FFA State Convention. Ten members served on the Courtesy Corps including Zac Dumas, Caitlin Tisdale, Nathan Rider, Brenton Godwin, Andrew Arnold, Bryce Epperson, Molly Williams, Curtis Pritchett, Evan Ramsey and Trevette James. Nathan Rider served as the Baldwin County Chapter delegate and attended the opening session meeting while his fellow members listened to keynote speaker Matt Lohr. The Baldwin County High Chapter also attended several workshops at the conference to learn more about the programs.

During the final session, BCHS students David Lacey and Mary Elyse Allen received their Alabama FFA State Degrees. Garrett said this recognition was extremely special because they were his first students to ever receive the distinction. Under the leadership of Garrett and Jones, the agriscience program at BCHS has expanded its reach beyond the classroom. With a focus on agriculture-related courses, students are now raising cattle and crops on campus, as well as honing their carpentry skills. For more information on this program or how you can help, contact David Garrett atdbgarrett@bcbe. org or call the school office at 251-937-2341.

Pictured, BCHS students David Lacey and Mary Elyse Allen received their Alabama FFA State Degrees. They are joined here by Chapter sponsors David Garrett, left, and Andy Jones. Chapter members took part in various competitions and workshops and toured Auburn University.

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Sixth Graders Design Rubik’s Cube at OBES

Sixth graders in Mrs. Cleere’s math classes at Orange Beach Elementary School had fun the last few days of school designing mosaics using 9- and 24-piece cubes. Each student had to solve one “face” of the cube using a gridded pattern design created by a classmate. The students have been practicing how to solve the Rubik’s cube by learning the math algorithms. They also designed and solved magnificent mosaics using the cubes. Photo, left: Alex Duncan, Will Watts, Morgan Crawford, Connor Gehr, Tripp Carter, Lillie Law, Falyn Beebe and Brooklyn Ward. Pattern designer was Reid Hollis. Photo right: American Flag Mosaic: Sixth graders using the American Flag Mosaic pattern with designer Connor Gehr.

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CTKCS Students Create Math Games

Christ the King Catholic School 4th grade students created their own math games based on the skills they studied this school year. Everything they've done has been created completely from scratch.

Students had a great time rotating around the classroom playing each other's games!

We've Got Talent at Bay Minette Elementary

Bay Minette Elementary School has talent and students showed off theirs at the annual end of year talent show. Many students auditioned, and fourteen acts were selected to participate in the 2018 show. The talent show is sponsored by Shelly Stewart, Renee Morrison, and the dance team. This year’s judges were Bethany Presley, Celeste Robertson, Karen Sims, and Elizabeth Donald. The top three winners were Parker Roley

Bugs at J. Larry Newton School!

Students in Mrs. Norton’s kindergarten class at J. Larry Newton School studied insects and their characteristics to finish up their 2017-18 school year. Can you spot the head, thorax, abdomen, eyes, mouth, antennas and 6 legs or wings on Sawyer Herndon’s creation?

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BCHS Travel Team Visits Costa Rica

The Baldwin County High School travel team recently spent nine days in Costa Rica learning about the rainforest and the country. Students hiked a volcano, kayaked, visited a school and spent time at the beach. The team also went on a jungle hike, visited Saint Elena Cloud Forest, visited a coffee plantation, zip-lined over the rainforest, attended dance classes and toured San Jose. While there, the team planted two trees at a nature preserve in Monteverde, Costa Rica in memory of BCHS student Wesley Rabren. Students taking part in the trip included Daniel Simpson, Caroline Pimperl, Daniel Campbell, Allie Brown, Tiara James, Ashley Presley and Alicia McIntuff. BCHS teacher Mark Leavins was the lead chaperone.

Pictured, left, La Fortuna Waterfall. Pictured, right, the team planted two trees at a nature preserve in Monteverde, Costa Rica in memory of BCHS student Wesley Rabren.

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Christ the King Students Place in Art Contest Fourth grade student, Bryce Marston, and 5th grade student, Reagan Chin, earned a Top Ten place from over 700 students in the state in the 2018 Color the Concepts Art Contest for K-8 students through the Alabama Council on Economic Education. In addition, Reagan received the most "likes" through Facebook and was recognized as the Grand Champion.

Students were asked to demonstrate their knowledge of economics through this project.

Bryce's theme was "Resources" and Reagan's theme was "Specialization".

Bayside Academy’s Student News Magazine Wins First Place Bayside Academy’s student news magazine, “BA Today”, recently earned first place in the annual American Scholastic Press Association’s magazine competition.

The publication received a score of 920 out of 1000 possible points in the competition. A letter from the judges said in part, “Your magazine shows the superior efforts of talented and creative editors, writers, artists, photographers, layout/graphics designers, staff members, contributors and advisors.”

Pictured are “BA Today” Editors in Chief Mary Helene Hall and Taylor Hartley.

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Christ the King Catholic School Inshore Classic

The 10th annual CTK Inshore Classic was a huge success with a record 390 participants! A big thank you to our sponsors, committee, volunteers, the band, and participants for supporting this event to benefit our CTK Booster Club and technology upgrades for the teachers at CTKCS.

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ArtBash Campers Create Art with Trash

Campers at the Eastern Shore Art Center ArtBash Camps learned how to turn everyday items in to treasured pieces in the Reduced, Recycles, Reimagined Art Camp with instructor Loran Chavez.

Pictured here with Chavez are students Zoe Parks, Gray Holcomb, Ava Johannesman, Gracie Love, Jack Johnston.

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Bay Minette Middle School Cheerleaders Attend Cheer Camp

Bay Minette Middle School Cheerleaders recently attended a 4-day home camp put on by Universal Cheerleaders Association. Squad members include Allyson Bankester, Alania Brown, Shyanne Wise, Tamara Reed, Olivia Langford, Haven Godwin, Megan Nix, Delaney Faircloth, Alyssa Brothers, Lorna Hester, Samantha Boykin, Jaelyn Gray, Naomi Banks, Matalynn Padgett and Angel Kyle. Earning All-American status included Samantha Boykin, Alania Brown, Delaney Faircloth, Jaelyn Gray, Haven Godwin, and Shyanne Wise.

Christ the King Catholic School Jr. High Honors Students Recognized

Forty-three junior high honors students were recognized at a special breakfast for their achievement this school year. Honors students must earn all A's in at least one quarter, maintain A/B grades, and exemplify excellent conduct for the entire school year.

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Four Bayside Academy Upper School Students Selected to Participate in Summer Programs

Four Bayside Academy Upper School students have been selected to participate in summer programs across the country.

Pictured, top left, Junior Killian Kahalley: U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar Killian will attend this program that will introduce him to life at the Academy, where he will experience academic, athletic and professional training. The U.S. Naval Academy was listed as the number-one public college in 2017 by Forbes magazine.

Pictured, top right, Junior Rebecca Klimjack: UNC School of the Arts Summer Dance Rebecca will attend the University of North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Dance program. She was one of 50 students nationwide selected to attend the program’s Broadway Commercial Dance Lab led by Tony Award-nominated Broadway dance legend Elizabeth Parkinson.

Pictured, bottom left, Sophomore Jack Smith: Summer Leadership and Character Development Academy Jack will attend a week-long program sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps. Attendees strengthen their confidence and people-management skills and hear from leaders such as entrepreneurs, Holocaust survivors and Marine Corps brass. The program also emphasizes fitness through physical training and scenario-based reaction courses.

Pictured, bottom right, Junior Ashley Suchan: Rising Star program at SCAD Ashley recently received a scholarship to attend the Rising Star program at SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design). This challenging five-week summer program awards college credit to rising high school seniors. Students enroll in two college-level classes and have the opportunity to build or enhance their portfolios.

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FMS Honors Retiring Receptionist with a Special Assembly

Mrs. Debbie Brett, who has been a receptionist with FMS for the past 17 years and is retiring this school year, was honored on May 17 with a special assembly. Students from the jazz band, guitar classes, and chorus performed at the assembly. Mrs. Brett has been "The Voice" of FMS for the past 17 years, conducting morning announcements with a smile and an encouraging presence, reminding students every day to have a great day and "Go Pirates."

She has been the MC for the annual Pirate Princess Pageant, National Junior Honor Society induction ceremony, and 8th grade Awards Program. She has greeted students and parents with her warm smile, friendly manner, and wonderful sense of humor through the years, with many students dropping by after they leave FMS just to say hello to Mrs. Brett.

Mrs. Brett has also served as a sponsor of Builders Club for the past 3 years. She has been instrumental in increasing membership in Builders Club to over 100 students this school year. Some of the club activities she has organized with club members have included: Trick or Treat for Unicef; Sponsor of Out of Uniform Day for the American Cancer Society that raised $854.40; Club donation of $360 in honor of Clayton Ladd and Georgia Byrd to Jensen’s Heart of Gold, an organization for family financial relief for medical expenses not covered by insurance; Raised $1,000 which Kiwanis matched with $3,000 for the American Red Cross Hurricane Harvey Relief; Christmas Book Giving Program for Silver Hill Elementary; Co-sponsor of Birthday in a Bag for the Prodisee Food Pantry; For the Love of Pets ProjectCollecting items for the Haven Animal Shelter; Spring Food Drive for Ecumenical Ministries; and Recycle bag drive for Prodisee Food Pantry.

During the assembly, Mrs. Brett was recognized with flowers, gifts from Builders Club members and other students, and a special book with

the signatures of all students at FMS. Many students made signs that they held up thanking Mrs. Brett for her service. A special guest also made a surprise appearance! "Elvis was in the building!" Mrs. Brett is a big Elvis fan. Mr. Shane Tucker, a BCBOE Assistant Principal, and excellent Elvis impersonator, sang several of her favorite Elvis songs.

A reception followed the assembly for Mrs. Brett. She will be greatly missed by not only the students and parents, but all the teachers, staff, and Administration of Fairhope Middle School. We all wish her well in her retirement!

Pictured is Mrs. Debbie Brett, her husband, Henry Brett, and son, James Brett.

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Phin-Man Youth Triathlon Winners

Nicholas Hamby and Jack Biggs were the race winners at the Phin-Man Triathlon held on May 26, at the Gulf Shores Recreation Center. The youth triathlon was organized by the Gulf Shores Swim Team as a fundraiser for the team as they embark on their summer season. This is the eleventh year of this fun community event.

Nick Hamby, age 13, from Foley, won the 10-14 year old race in a new course record time of 16:11. He broke the old record by 5 seconds that was set in 2011. Cooper Hopkins, age 10, from Gulf Shores, finished exactly 3 minutes behind the winner. Third place went to 11 year old Caden Duncan of Perdido Key. He was 24 seconds behind Hopkins. Ella Gilbert and Emma Lloyd completed the top five trophy winning finishers.

Jack Biggs, age 9, from Robertsdale, won the 6-9 year old race in a time of 12:26. He was followed across the finish line by Callie Hopkins, age 8, of Gulf Shores, and Beck Fitzgibbons, age 7, a summer resident from Colorado. Kyle Duncan and Eli Gilbert completed the top five in this race.

The Phin-Man consisted of two separate races for different age groups. The younger age group, 6 to 9 years old, had to swim 50 yards, bike 1.8 miles and then run 0.45 miles. There were 13 entrants in this race. The older children swam 100 yards, rode their bikes 2.7 miles and then ran 0.83 miles. This race saw 24 entrants competing for trophies and medals. Racers came from Perdido Key, Daphne, Fairhope, Foley, Robertsdale and Orange Beach to take part in this Gulf Shores event. All race finishers received a T-shirt for their efforts.

For the 10th year in a row specially designed trophies and medals were furnished by the event sponsors: Tacky Jack’s Restaurant in Gulf Shores, Ginny Lane at The Wharf and Gulf Shores Massage Therapy.

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Two Bayside Academy Upper School Students Selected to Participate in Prestigious Summer Programs

Rising Bayside senior Ty Kannegieter was accepted to the University of Notre Dame’s 2018 Leadership Seminars program in American arts, popular culture and social change. The summer program occurs on the Notre Dame campus in Notre Dame, Indiana. Leadership Seminars explore topics affecting the global community and feature robust idea exchange. Students are encouraged to examine their own conclusions and hone their own leadership capacities by improving their communications and analytical skills. In addition to scholarship and research, the program also offers opportunities in service and spiritual reflection. Approximately 100 students are admitted to Leadership Seminars each year, and students are eligible to receive one college credit upon completion of the program.

Rising Bayside junior Will Murphy was selected to participate in the FBI National Academy Associates 2018 Youth Leadership Program. The highly competitive, eight-day program provides a foundation in ethical and moral leadership. The program combines classroom study, physical challenges, guest lectures and leadership experiences and is limited to 60 students ages 14–16 from the United States and around the world. This session runs during the summer in the Washington, D.C. area. Will is the third Bayside student to be selected over the years to participate in this program.

Photo, L to R: Bayside Academy rising senior Ty Kannegieter and rising junior Will Murphy.

Spanish Fort Cub Scouts Move Up to Wolf Rank

Tiger Den completed their requirements and will moving onto Wolf rank. Pictured here is the Tiger to Wolf Ceremony where all the Tigers received their Wolf colors and neckerchiefs. From left to right: Toby Mitchell, Jay VanDevender, Logan Thompson, Gavin McConnel, John Major Smallwood, Cody Eubanks, Miles Baker, and Luke Killingsworth. Also pictured: Adriel McConnel, PackMaster (left) and Walt Killingsworth, Den Leader (right).

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Daphne Elementary Class Receives Letter and American Flag from Army Captain

Ms. Courtney, first grade teacher at Daphne Elementary School, wanted to find a way to get her class involved with one of their student's father who was overseas working in Kuwait. Ashley’s father, Captain Mathews, is in the Army. Prior to being deployed, visited the class to tell them about working in the pharmacy in a military hospital, and how he helps keep soldiers healthy that live a long long way away. He had been deployed for a few months already (and had many to go) when he asked if we would like to do a class project for the walls of the hospital. At the time it was January so Christmas decorations were coming down and he wanted something inspirational to remind them all of home. With Martin Luther King Day coming up, the children put together drawings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life work of bringing peace to a country divided. The pictures were shipped to Kuwait and hung where they could be enjoyed. Just recently Ms. Courtney's class not only received a letter of thanks from Captain Mathews but he also included a flag that had been hanging in the class's honor.

Career Day at J. Larry Newton School

J. Larry Newton School hosted an outstanding Career Day for students in grades 4-6. Thank you to all the fabulous community volunteers who shared their expertise with our future work force!

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Giving Your Child a Love for Books in a Screen-Filled World

the 200th time. But it’s those cherished favorites that will always comfort and entertain. (If we go for a third book, Mommy gets to pick. Otherwise we’d never rotate our library.)

Find a quiet, special space. We used to read in the rocker next to her crib, but on those nights she didn’t want to go to bed, she put up a fight just to enter her room. Then we used to read on the couch, but there are inevitably distractions -- the basketball game is on, the dog is barking at the neighbors, there’s music on the stereo. So I created our own special reading space on the bed in the guest room. It’s stocked with pillows and blankets, and I light some candles and lay out the book selections on the bed with us. It’s our insta-special reading spot! (It sure doesn’t take much with a toddler.) You can do this anywhere you have enough room for two.

When I opened the gates to screen time for my 2-year-old daughter, I was planning to limit it to airplanes and sick days. But with TV and tablets came a whole new colorful world that hooked my tot instantly, and her new word -- “cartoons!” -- became a constant refrain. Almost overnight, her obsession with books and our sweet ritual of reading became a distant memory to her little toddler brain.

Screens offered something much more exciting.

I was worried. For me, books are more than fun and educational. They’re a family tradition. My own lifelong passion for reading was sparked by my mother’s nightly read-aloud sessions with me and my sister. I want my kid to treasure that magical reading time as much as I did growing up, despite the irresistible pull of singing animals, animated princesses, and sweeping soundtracks.

So I had to dig deep to come up with extra-special reading experiences to compete with all that sparkly screen entertainment. My hope is that these tips and tricks will cultivate positive and passionate literacy habits she’ll have the rest of her life.

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Keep the selection fresh. Hit the library regularly, and check out stuff by their favorite authors or in their preferred genres. Libraries are key, since you never know what they’re going to like, and you don’t want to shell out bucks for books they won’t touch. Need recommendations? Check out some of Common Sense Media’s fave books for toddlers.

Find print books with sensory experiences. You can load up your Kindle or tablet with digital books when traveling, but let them enjoy the tactile experience of turning pages and touching different textures. My kid loves books with an interactive element, such as flaps and dials or scratch-and-sniff spots. Her favorites include Mama’s Pajamas, which has an array of different fabrics, and Dance, which uses cardboard levers to make different animals dance.

Keep ‘em all over. We keep a few books in the car and a stack by the potty, and she gets to take one to bed every night. It may be overkill, but it gives her an opportunity to connect with books at every step. Studies have even shown that having lots of books at home can give kids a big boost in school.

Make it a daily ritual. Every night, without fail, before my daughter heads to bed, we read at least two books together, usually more. On the nights she’s wound up and super resistant to sleep, this routine puts her in a mellow mood and helps her relax. By the time I turn the first page, she’s already heavylidded and sucking her thumb.

Resist the begging with clever excuses. When my kid gets really stuck on something and wants to do nothing but watch Frozen, I tell her Elsa and Anna are sleeping. She accepts that without question. A lifelong love of reading is a gift you can give to your kids that they will carry forever. One day she’ll thank me!

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by Mark Gregston

Entering Your Teen’s Cultural Arena If you have teens in the house, no doubt you’ve heard mention of The Hunger Games.

These stories have resonated with kids everywhere, making the series into bestselling books and billion-dollar blockbuster movies.

But why do teens relate to these works of fiction so much? Film reviewer Dana Stevens wrote, “Adolescence is not for the faint of heart.

The to-do list for the decade between ages 10 and 20 includes separating from your parents, finding your place among your peers at school, beginning to make decisions about your own future, and—oh yes— figuring out how to relate to the world, and yourself. [Stories like The Hunger Games] externalize the turmoil that’s already taking place in adolescent minds, hearts, and bodies.”

I don’t think I exaggerate when I say that our world can resemble a gladiator’s arena at times. Your teens are consistently thrown to the cultural lions; forced to battle the influences and powers that wage war for their hearts and minds. Many parents look around and say, “I’m so glad I don’t have to grow up in this culture.”

But Mom and Dad, your teens do! So how can we help our kids navigate this cultural maze and come out the other side in one piece?

Look Around

I know it’s tempting at times to just bury our heads in the sand. Read the latest article about a school shooting and you worry about your teen during the day. Watch an awards show with your kids, and you want to cover their eyes during most of the performances.

Hear some of the conversations and issues that are being discussed at your child’s school, and you may want to keep them home instead!

Our teens may be the most exposed, most informed and most vulnerable generation that has ever lived. As parents, we may seek to shelter out kids from the culture, or run the other way. But we have to realize that this is the only world that our kids have to live in. If we don’t show them how to navigate this jungle, who will?

In order to prevent our teens from becoming casualties of the culture, we have to adjust, Eastern Shore Parents I July 2018

adapt and find new ways to speak to our kids over all the noise. That involves taking time to look around and find inroads to real conversations. So hop on Facebook, and see what topics kids are discussing. Scan the latest movies or music and see what is drawing teens today.

Review your child’s homework, to discover what they’re learning. Talk to your teen’s friends when they come over, to see what’s on their minds. Like a missionary, assimilate into the culture your kids are living in.

You don’t have to like everything your teen likes, but you should know what interests them, what excites them, and what they are being exposed to on a daily basis.

Verbalize Your Findings

Once you have done a little research into teen culture, use what you’ve discovered as a springboard to engage in a conversation. You can start off by saying, “I saw a clip from the recent video music awards, and one performance seemed inappropriate and rather provocative. What do you think?” What you are doing is allowing your teen to think through the issues of their culture, and come to clear and logical conclusions on their own. You’re giving your teen an opportunity to interpret the world around him. Questions, asked without a judgmental attitude or unsolicited opinions, prompt your kids to begin their own thinking process. Instead of letting the culture wash over them (and perhaps drag them into the undertow), by asking questions and verbalizing your observations you can train your child to formulate their beliefs and opinions. Of course, you might not always agree with your child’s conclusion. But that means you need to keep the conversation going. It’s not a “one-anddone” discussion. Keep your eyes peeled for cultural markers that invite conversation, and keep on asking your teen good questions like, “What do you think about this problem?” “Do you think what she did is wrong or right?” “How would you have handled this differently?”

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cutting, depression, abuse, or a host of other issues in our world—you’ll make your child more interested. By talking about these issues openly and honestly, you’re essentially taking away the mystique. Plus, if you don’t discuss these issues with your son or daughter, I can guarantee that someone else will! Wouldn’t you rather be the one to walk your teen through the labyrinth? I know it can be difficult to bring up some of these subjects, but remember, it’s for the maturity and benefit of your child.

Fewer Lectures, More Conversations

You have every right to rail against our culture. Goodness knows there are plenty of opportunities to do so. But that won’t help your child navigate his world. If your daughter is sixteen, she’s had sixteen years of your instruction. Now it’s time to for her to put that teaching into practice. She doesn’t need more lectures about what is right and wrong. Your daughter knows. What she needs is guidance on applying what she knows into everyday situations. How do I present myself on social media? How do I handle money? What movies and music are worth watching or listening to? Those questions are answered by gentle conversations, not by more speeches and sermons.

Many times, we parents rant about all the problems in the world. Teens know what we’re against, rather than what we’re for. Instead of pointing out the wrongs, focus your time on what’s right. Let your teen hear you applaud acts of kindness, cheer for victories of truth, and highlight areas of good in our culture. It’s not all bad. There are many things that we can get behind in our world. Choose those things to talk about as well, and let your teen know that you are a champion for good and not simply an investigator of what’s bad.

It’s true that our world can seem like a battleground where cultural attacks are aimed at destroying our teens. But that’s why they need Mom and Dad to walk beside them and help them get through it safely. The world doesn’t need to win; not if Mom and Dad climb into the arena and fight alongside their teen.

Mark Gregston is an author, speaker, radio host, and the founder of a residential counseling center for struggling teens located in Longview, Texas. Mark’s passion for helping teens can be seen in his 40 years of involvement with families as a youth pastor, Young Life area director, and now, as the Executive Director of Heartlight, where he has lived with and helped over 2,700 teens. To find out more about Mark and his ministry to parents and teens, you can visit www.HeartlightMinistries.org or www.ParentingTodaysTeens.org.

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• Use sunscreen with SPF of 30 or higher!

• Make sure your sunscreen has both UVA and UVB protection.

• Apply sunscreen 20-30 minutes before going outside and remember to reapply after swimming or sweating.

• Wear a hat with a wide brim to protect your face, head, ears and neck.

• Wear sunglasses that are made to block 100% of UVA and UVB rays.

• Limit exposure to the sun during the hours of 10 am to 4 pm, when UV rays are most intense.

• Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States.

• One person dies of melanoma every hour.

• One blistering sunburn in childhood can double your chances of developing melanoma.

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Games 1. Villains and Supers – For this game, you will need 10 plastic cups per player. Spread out the cups in an open area with half of them up and half of them down. Split the players into two teams. On go, the Villains turn them up, and Supers turn them down.

At the end of two minutes, the winner will be the team with the most cups in their direction.

2. Don’t Get Caught in the Web – Use crepe paper to make a web in a hallway or small space. Make the web challenging by overlapping strands. Time the players to see who can make it through the fastest without touching or ripping the web.

3. Knock Down – Print out faces of the Superheros’ nemesis like The Joker or Lex Luther and glue them to the front of cups or cans. Arrange them in a pyramid like a carnival game.

Have the players use blue Frisbees (decorated like Captain America’s shield) to try to knock the villains down.

up several different sized balloons. On go, two teams race to see how many muscles they can add to their Superhero.

The winner has the biggest muscles.

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4. How Strong is the Hulk? – Have kids wear green oven mitts or Hulk hands and try to pop balloons using only their hands. It’s a lot harder than it looks.

1. Cape – Despite what Edna Mode from the Incredibles says, you just feel more like a Superhero when you wear a cape. Purchase colored men’s t-shirts – one for each guest.

Cut down the sides of the shirt and lay flat. Remove the sleeves. Cut along the seam of the shoulder to the neck.

Leave the neck intact, but cut off the front part of the shirt.

You are left with a cape that can be slipped over the kids’ head. Decorate with scraps from the other shirts using hot glue.

5. Who am I? – Print out pictures of both Supers and Villains and glue to index cards. Give the guests an elastic headband and tuck the cards inside (facing out) on their forehead. Players have to guess who they are by asking yes or no questions.

6. Got muscles? – We all know Superheros are strong.

Have the kids wear a Men’s xl or 2xl shirt with sleeves. Blow

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2. Canvas Painting- This can be done one of two ways. Like the sip and paint shops, walk the guests through step by step to create a Superhero logo. Another way to do this is to paint the canvas a solid color ahead of time and tape a logo shape on the dried canvas. Place the canvas in a box to keep the mess to a minimum and have the kids drizzle or splat paint on top. Remove the tape when dried to reveal a cool Superhero logo design.

3. Paracord Bracelet – Use Superhero colors to make Paracord bracelets.

Walmart.com offers a kit that includes 10 bracelets, buckles and directions. If you don’t like the colors in the kit, you can purchase specific colors separately.

Extra fun 1. Photo Booth - Put a blue sheet on the ground to represent the sky. Add clouds made of pillow stuffing or paper and skyscrapers out of cardboard.

Have kids lay down to give the appearance of them flying and be sure to adjust their capes! Stand above them on a ladder or chair and take the picture.

2. Rent a bounce house in the birthday star’s favorite character. It’s a great way to use up some of the kids’ Super-energy and a perfect place for the Superheros to try some of their moves.

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3. Hire a face painter to add fun to the day. Or, for the more artistic parents, check out YouTube for some easy how-to videos to paint Superhero masks yourself.

Goody Bag Ideas Create a Bat signal flashlight with Batman sticker over the lens. Add a can of Silly String for Spiderman. Decorate a green Jello cup with a Kryptonite label or the Hulk’s face. Print out the comic book Pop!, Bang! and Splat! words to add to the front of bubble gum, add a package of snap pops fireworks and dollar store paddle board games. ESP

Pam Molnar is an avid party planner and mother of three. Follow her on Etsy at Pam’s Party Printables.

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He’s 16, and he has a part-time job and a hand-me-down car. Is this a realistic idea?

A. Your son is at a great point in life to learn how to make money behave. Even in his situation, when he’s still living at home, there are plenty of things he can include in a budget. There’s gas for his car, along with maintenance and insurance. He’ll need to save a little money — maybe even for college — and I’m sure he’ll want some spending cash, too.

Sit down, and teach him how to make a written budget by figuring out the upcoming month’s income and expenses ahead

of time. Also, make sure he knows how to properly balance and reconcile his bank account.

It’s still your responsibility to provide him with the basic necessities at this point. But I love your willingness to teach your son how to handle money intelligently. The sooner he learns some basic money management principles, the sooner he’ll be able to handle his finances responsibly in the real world!

Controlling Your Cash Q. I work long hours, and I make pretty good money.

The problem is the money from my paychecks always seems to disappear before the end of the month. I know part of the problem is grabbing quick meals between extra shifts, and eating out a lot after work, because I’m usually too tired to cook when I get home. How can someone who has very

little free time start gaining control of their finances?

A. No matter how little free time you think you have, or how tired you are, you must make time do a written budget every month.

This is essential. Making a budget for the month ahead isn’t a lot of hard work, and it really doesn’t take long. When you give every dollar a name before the month begins, you’re taking control of your money instead of allowing a lack of it to control you.

Start with the income you know is predictable. If that isn’t possible, look back over the last few months and find the minimum amount you brought home during a month over that period of time. This will be the basis for your budget. Once you’ve established a baseline income, you can write down and prioritize bills and other expenses. Just remember, restaurants are not a priority!

When you make a prioritized spending plan, and start telling your money what to do ahead of time, you’ll have the ability to do what’s important with what you’ve earned!

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The Best Things Under the Sun

Recommending the Best Toys and Products for Kids

Every child on earth lives under the same sun. It illuminates their days, and even the moon reflects the sun’s glow at night. But beyond the light we see and the warmth we feel from the sun, the light from Earth’s star also provides boundless energy. Our kids are the generation that will see the broadest expansion of solar energy utilized in their living landscape. Introducing sunlight’s power and potential to kids offers an early understanding of their energy future.

From solar panels to solar printing, the following items foster a brilliant exploration of the sun at its best.

by Gerry Paige Smith

Solar Power

SunPrint Kit

Harnessing a clean and abundant source of power, solar panels are a key component for using the sun’s energy. The Solar Power kit from Thames & Kosmos offers materials to assemble six solar models including a locomotive, single prop plane, bulldozer, helicopter, backhoe, and twin rotor helicopter.

Each vehicle is powered by a solar panel with three solar cells that generate 1.5 volts of electricity in bright sunlight, like a AA battery.

The panel is adjustable so it can be positioned to collect maximum light for maximum movement. Beyond the included models, the panel can also be used to power unique creations and even charge AA batteries. Combining solar science with innovative modeling, this kit shines a light on the sun’s energy and how it can run the world.

Every image, every photograph we see results from the composition and capture of light. The earliest photography essentially recorded an image on light sensitive paper. SunPrint revisits this process in its most basic form. Using the kit’s light sensitive paper, creative minds (young and old) can experiment with directing sunlight to expose a brilliant variety of images. From fern fronds and favorite toys to scissored shapes and stencils, objects laid on the photosensitive paper and exposed to sunlight for a few minutes leave their shape imprinted on the paper. Whisked into a saltwater bath to ‘fix’ the solar-generated image, the result is part art, part science and all kinds of amazing. Teaching the first fundamentals of photography, creating unique art and sparking scientific inquiry, The SunPrint Kit offers a captivating exploration of light and shadow.

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T4 Transforming Solar Robot

Solar-Powered Rainbow Maker

Animated by solar power, the T4 Transforming Solar Robot is next level modelling for mechanically-minded youth. With just a few tools and a bit of patience, older kids can craft a variety of mobile robots that are powered by sunlight. Featuring cool components that can add moving jaws, walking legs, and rolling wheels to the robot, builders can choose operational modes for their model that include T-rex, insect, robot and driller. Assembling different forms requires a steady hand, so this kit is best appreciated by kid ten and up. Transforming young engineers’ understanding of solar power, the T4 Robot combines fun and sun in this learning adventure.

Bringing the science of sunlight right into the room, the Kikkerland Rainbow Maker uses swarovski crystals to translate natural light into the varied palette of colors that compose it. Attached to a sunny window the Rainbow Maker uses solar energy to propel gears that move the prism in the sunlight. The shape of a prism effectively bends sunlight and splits it into its component colors as light passes through it. In full sun, the twisting prism projects a colorful rainbow of light into the room. Much like the sunlight filtered through the clear remnants of rain to naturally create the massive rainbows in the sky, the Kikkerland Rainbow Maker simply draws down the process to a smaller scale, illuminating the room through solar science.

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Daphne Jubilee Baptist Church

9264 Pleasant Road Daphne, 36526 Theme: Gear Up! Get Ready!

Game On! Dates: July 9 - 13, 2018 Times: 5:15pm - 8:30pm Ages: 3 years to 5th grade We’re gearing up for life’s big game!

Please join us! VBS Dinner served at 5:15pm and VBS will begin at 6pm. Registration will be available at the church office and online.

(251) 621-7095 john@jubileebaptist.com www.jubileebaptist.com

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28788 North Main Street Daphne, 36526 Theme: Babylon: Daniel’s Courage in Captivity Dates: July 16 - 19, 2018 Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm Ages: 3 years and up Learn how Daniel and his friends were torn from home and forced into the king’s service but kept their Faith in the Lord! We’ll explore sights and smells in a Babylonian Bazaar! Middle and High School students are invited to help with Music, Art and Drama performances during VBS. A special MAD (Music, Art, Drama) Prep program will be offered July 9th, 11th and 12th for participants.

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28788 North Main Street Daphne, 36526 Theme: MAD: Music, Art, Drama Prep for St. Paul’s VBS Dates: July 9, 11 & 12, 2018 Times: 9:00am -12:00pm Ages: Middle and High School ages This is a 3 day prep camp for Middle and High School teens who would like to help with Music, Art and Drama performances during VBS at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. The VBS program will run July 16th - 19th from 9am - 12pm.

(251) 626-2421 ea.fst@hotmail.com www.stpaulseasternshore.com

Fairhope Barnwell Baptist Church

7780 US Highway 98 Fairhope, 36532 Theme: Shipwrecked: Rescued by Jesus Dates: July 9 - 13, 2018 Times: 8:30am - 11:30am Ages: K - 5th grade A commencement service will be Friday evening at 6pm. For registration please contact Robyn Cohron.

(251) 928-8286 cohronpmc@aol.com www.barnwellbaptist.org

Celebration Church

8180 Dyer Road Fairhope, 36532 Theme: Summer Surge Dates: July 16 - 18, 2018 Times: 9 am to 12 pm Ages: K - rising 6th graders Registration is available online at our website or each morning during drop off at 8:30am.

(251) 928-0343 www.fairhopechurch.com

Jubilee Shores UMC

17261 State Highway 181 Fairhope, 36532 Theme: Summer Nights at Jubilee Shores (VBS) Dates: July 31 - August 3, 2018 Times: 5:30pm - 8:30pm Ages: 6 - 12 years.

Summer Nights at Jubilee Shores (VBS) will run Tuesday through Friday, July 31-August 3, 2018.

We will have a children’s camp/retreat feel centered around nature and playing outside, with messages communicated through campfire skits and small groups. Our program will also offer free dinner at 5pm for participants and their families. Please call the church office for questions.

(251) 928-9133 donaldfurlong@gmail.com www.jubileeshores.net

Trinity Presbyterian Church

545 South Mobile Street Fairhope, 36532 Theme: Galilee by the Sea “Catch Jesus in Action” Dates: July 9 - 13, 2018 Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm Ages: K4 - 5th grade (251) 928-2524 tpccarrys@gmail.com www.tpcfairhope.org

Foley St. Paul’s Lutheran Church

400 N. Alston St., Foley, AL 36535 Theme: Armor of God Dates: July 9-13, 2018 Times: 9am-12pm Ages: Pre-K4 through 6th grade Join us for a fun filled week of learning about God and his abounding love for us. Camp Dixie Lutheran Outdoor Ministries staff will lead us in

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song, Bible study, games and crafts. Snacks will be provided. We hope to see you there!

(251) 943-6931 stpauls.lcms.foley@gmail.com www.stpaulslcms.com

Gulf Shores Gulf Shores First Presbyterian Church

301 East 21st Avenue Gulf Shores, 36542 Theme: Peace Lab Dates: July 22 - 26, 2018 Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm Ages: 4 years - 10 years Dinner wil be served each evening at 5:30pm prior to beginning activities. Please call or email for registration information.

(251) 968-7720 krsmithal@msn.com www.firstpresbyterianchurchgulfshores.org

Spanish Fort New Life Assembly of God Church

10424 Highway 31 Spanish Fort, 36527 Theme: Kids Krusades Dates: July 29 - 31, 2018 Times: 6:30pm - 8:00pm Ages: 4 - 12 years New Life Kids Krusade a fun, high energy, spiritual time for kids to learn about God in a super way using puppets, blacklights, songs, games,and object lessons. Food will be provided each night along with inflatables to enjoy after the service. No preregistration required. Just come join us!

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A Page in a Book It’s Just Your Imagination The marvel of the human mind is its ability to fill in blank or boring spaces with imagination.

Seeing a parade of animals in the shifting of clouds overhead, making up a backstory for the stranger sitting on the park bench, or crafting alternate exploits that take beloved toys on all new adventures, these are some of the ways our mind moves beyond what is and into the realm of what could be. Imagination is the foundation of invention and creativity, as well as a healthy retreat from the everyday. The following titles celebrate the limitless vistas the mind can explore and the little things that can launch that journey!

Idea Jar

by Adam Lehrhaupt, Illustrated by Deb Pilutti (Simon & Schuster) The jar on the teacher’s desk is filled with ideas that are perfect for sparking young imaginations. Colorful characters and bold adjectives are written on scraps of paper just waiting to inspire an all new story. Armed with just a couple of words, students begin to craft the adventures of a space-faring Viking, a horseless cowgirl and more. The kids imagine new stories in written form, spoken word and art. But when the jar tips over, its ideas spilling out, the imagination overflow threatens to overwhelm the class. Advocating the value of imaginative focus, the Idea Jar offers ideal guidance for jump-starting imaginative journeys.

Use Your Imagination

by Nicola O’Byrne (Nosy Crow / Candlewick) Lamenting his boredom, a young rabbit is approached by a wolf with a solution. Claiming to be a librarian, Wolf suggests they write a story together. Observing what big ears Wolf has (better for listening to stories) and what big eyes he has (better for reading stories), Rabbit is reminded of another well-known tale. So as Wolf guides Rabbit through his imaginings, the evolving story’s setting (a forest), costuming (a red cape) and a villain (a wolf) all begin to point to a bad ending. With his own sly vision, Rabbit harnesses his powers of imagination and engages them to craft a new tale that flips the script on an old story that’s not boring at all.

Red Again

by Barbara Lehman (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt) Biking beside a wintery canal, a young boy discovers a red book on the ground. Scooping it up, he retreats to his ocean view reading spot to explore the found book. His first page view reveals a child in a boat...with a red book floating in the water nearby. Retrieving it from the water, the second child opens the book revealing a window back into the first boy’s canal side world. As the children marvel at their magical connection, the book watches their worlds draw closer. Author of the wordless Caldecott Honor title, The Red Book, Lehman returns with a brilliant follow-up that captures the power of imagination, as a simple action leads characters (and readers) on wonderful journeys that transcend reality.

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So your child’s birthday is just around the corner, and you don’t have time to plan and prepare the perfect birthday party? Don’t despair. There are plenty of fun places to hold kids’ parties that’ll save you time in planning, preparation, and cleanup.

Most importantly, your birthday girl or boy and guests will have a blast.

Try some of these party places for kids of all different ages. When you call, ask what amenities are available and included. Many places provide invitations, food and cake, balloons and decorations, a private party area, a gift for the birthday child, and other special birthday services.

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Skates & Blades - Roller skating rinks

are again gaining popularity and most offer a choice of inline or roller skate rentals for today’s kids. Consider ice-skating and ice or roller hockey parties as a fun alternative.

Strike it Big – Bowling parties are a

fun form of recreation for kids of all ages.

Preschoolers can score every time with bumper bowling, while teens can go cosmic for glow in the dark fun. Add to the amusement by offering small prizes for low and high scores and the most and fewest gutters.

Pizza and Play – Preschool and early elementary children thrill at being invited to these parties where they can play kiddie arcade-style games, win tickets for prizes, hop on coin operated rides, and romp in soft play areas.

Old MacDonald Had a Farm –

Check with a nearby farm or ranch to find out what activities are offered. Many include hayrides, petting zoos, corn mazes, apple picking, and more. These are perfect for fall birthdays.

Recreational Romp

– Recreation and fitness centers offer a wide variety of activities for birthdays including gymnastics, swimming, basketball, and arts and crafts.

You Should be Dancin’

– Check with your local dance studio for birthday party packages. Some offer professional dance instruction and allow food and party treats to be brought in so the whole shebang is done right there.

Music Marvel – Big kids will be in awe

to see one of their favorite performers in concert. For young children, look for a kiddie musical adventure offered by an area musician or music center.

Craft Magic – Young children love to create, so schedule a craft party at a fabric shop, craft store, or scraprecycling center where kids’ activities are offered.

Cops and Robbers – Kids will thrill at

testing their skills and cunningness in a game of laser tag. These centers often offer on-site party areas and birthday packages.

Putt-Putt & More

- Family fun centers offer a variety of entertainment including batting cages, miniature golf, video games, bumper boats, and go carts.

Beach Party – Give your teen some fun

in the sun with a bash at the beach. Contact the park for information on volleyball equipment and to make a reservation for a covered picnic area. Look for a spot with horseshoes and plenty of sand, and don’t forget the beach balls, pizza, and cooler of pop.

Water, Water Everywhere

– Head to a wave pool or water park where big kids can ride the waves, swish down water slides, take a plunge, and go on tubing adventures. What better way cool off and party on a hot summer day?

Hands on Science – Keep kids of all ages thoroughly engrossed and entertained at a nearby hands on science museum where they can try out gadgets, watch or participate in experiments, play instruments, construct, and much more.

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Row, Row, Row Your Boat – An afternoon canoe

or kayak excursion for teens is the ultimate in outdoor fun. Bring along a picnic lunch, and make sure the food stays in the chaperone canoe where it’ll be safe from tips. Don’t forget balloons for water balloon fights during rest stops.

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Amusement Mini-Party–

Theme parks make for big-time fun for older kids who are content to take only one or two guests.

When planning the guest list, don’t forget to budget meals, snacks, and drinks, which add up quickly in theme parks.

Monkeyin’ Around – Parties away from

home don’t have to be costly. Reserve a shelter at a nearby park with a large, fenced-in, frontier-style playscape. Little ones can run, climb, and play to their hearts content. Bring along your party supplies and set up under a pavilion. To keep things simple, call ahead for pizza delivery.

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–Zoos are a great source for birthday entertainment. Many offer party packages that include meals, cake, invitations, live animal presentations, and more.

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When planning your child’s party, keep in mind what’s important is not how perfectly the party goes, but that your birthday child and guests have fun. To ensure success, follow these tips: • Keep the guest list manageable to avoid chaos, confusion, and conflict. The number of guests should correspond with the child’s age or slightly over.

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• Request an RSVP with a specific deadline, allowing time to invite others should the guest list fall short. Be sure to include your phone number.

• Offer your child choices for his party and allow him to assist in planning.

• Send out written invitations. Verbal invitations may be forgotten, make the invitee feel that she was an afterthought, and often leave parents of the invited child wondering whether the invitation was approved by the birthday child’s parents.

• Include all details on the invitation including a start and end time, address and directions, phone number, and what guests need to bring such as a bathing suit and towel.

• Keep the length of the party within reason. Unless it’s a sleepover or special event, preschool parties should be limited to not much more than one hour and two to three hours for older children. ESP Kimberly Blaker is the author of a kid’s STEM book, Horoscopes: Reality or Trickery? containing fun experiments to help kids understand the scientific method and develop critical thinking skills.

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Please call at least 48 hours in advance for orders.

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(251) 621-1233 sales@gcrent.com www.gcrent.com

Hope’s Cheesecake

210 East 20th Avenue, Gulf Shores Hope’s is a gourmet dessert bakery staffed by bakers with more than 30 years baking experience. We are dedicated to making & delivering the most delicious cheesecakes, cupcakes and a variety of other desserts.

(251) 968-5858 hopescheesecake@ gmail.com www.hopescheesecake.com

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Cakes, Treats & Supplies

Baking Me Happy, LLC ad on page 8

Decorated sugar cookies for all occasions! Cookies can be customized to match party theme and personalized with your child’s name & age. Serve them on a platter or hand them out as party favors! www.bakingmehappy.com

Andree’s Wine, Cheese & Things

403 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope Andree’s offers birthday and special event cakes of all sizes with a wide variety of cake flavors, fillings and icings. Visit us on Facebook to see photos.

(251) 928-8863 www.andreesonline.com

Brodie’s Cream & Bean

15823 Highway 104, Silverhill Brodie’s Cream & Bean offers Old Dutch Ice Cream made locally in Mobile, AL! Please Email or stop by for information about celebrating your next Birthday with us. Join us this fall for our new concerts called Music on the Lawn! A portion of our proceeds help fund our mission with Maji Hope. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram for updates!

(251) 490-0331 brodiebunch@bellsouth.net www.facebook.com/BrodiesCreamAndBean

Chocolate Corner

200 West Fort Morgan Road, Gulf Shores We are a locally owned business specializing in chocolate pops, barks, truffles and fudge. We can also package goodies bags for party favors! Visit us on Facebook for photos of our sweet treats!

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Dippin Dots

25405 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach The original beaded ice cream is available in your area! Stop in and sample some of our delicious flavors. Ask us about catering, birthday parties, fundraising and more!

(251) 974-3687 www.facebook.com/dippindotsorangebeach

Edible Arrangements

6890 US Highway 90 (suite 10), Daphne Edible Arrangements offers delicious fruit arrangements, baskets, bouquets and other tasty gifts including a variety of children’s arrangements.

(251) 621-9413 www.facebook.com/EdibleDaphneAL

Frios Gourmet Pops – Daphne

1501 US Highway 98 (Suite A1), Daphne Our carts are out and about at festivals, special events, and available for private parties and corporate events. Call today to schedule our cart at your next event or come by one of our locations for an awesome summer treat! Visit us on Instagram and Twitter @friosfairhope.

(251) 605-7539 www.friospops.com

Gourmet Goodies

11101 County Road 64, Daphne Gourmet Goodies offers Cakes, Cupcakes, Cake Pops, Cookies, and much more! Located at Coastal Cafe. Visit us on Facebook.

(256) 565-5521 or (251) 239-6325 www.gourmetgoodies.org

Great American Cookie Company at Eastern Shore Centre

30500 State Highway 181 (Suite 812), Spanish Fort We do all kinds of cookie cakes, cakes & ice cream

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6860 US Highway 90, Daphne Krase is great for any event including, office parties, birthday parties, festivals, fundraisers and more. You can even have the Kraze Bear make an appearance! Join the Kraze Klub to get a free treat on your birthday. Our Kraze Truck has 3 yogurt machines (6 flavors), assorted toppings, shaved ice, popsicles (seasonal only), coffee, and soft drinks.

Be the hit of the party with a mobile ice cream shop!

(251) 626-6686 support@krazefrozentreats.com www.krazefrozentreats.com

Marble Slab Creamery

30500 Highway 181 (Eastern Shore Centre), Spanish Fort Marble Slab Creamery can help turn any event into a special occasion. Whether you want a Sundae Bar, Portable Slab* where we bring The Slab to you! Ice cream cakes to match your theme are available.

(251) 621-7900 www.marbleslab.com

Miller’s Grand Events

25341 State Highway 181, Daphne We help you create Grand events for Birthday Parties, corporate events, wedding receptions, fundraisers or graduation parties. We also offer total event packages. Rentals available for events within a 50-mile area.

(251) 625-4910 stanette@millersgrandevents.com www.millersgrandevents.com

Smoothie King

28841 Highway 98, Suite E, Daphne (251) 626-5464 199 Baldwin Square, 101, Fairhope (251) 929-3840 Call today to find out how you can have Smoothie King at your special event. www.smoothieking.com

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The Little Cake Shop

10198 US Highway 31, Spanish Fort No matter the occasion Little Cake Shop can create the perfect cake for you. Visit us on Facebook to see photos. Our specialists are available to answer any questions. Hours are Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Fridays 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

(251) 621-9097 littlecakeshop@att.net

Warehouse Bakery

759 Nichols Drive, Fairhope Warehouse Bakery is a made from scratch eatery, specialty donut shop and bakery offering sweet treats for your next celebration.

(251) 928-7223 sales@warehousebakeryanddonuts.com www.warehousebakeryanddonuts.com

Whit’s Frozen Custard

1204 Main Street , Daphne Whit’s Frozen Custard frozen treats are made fresh daily with the finest ingredients. We offer specialty cakes for birthdays and special occasions. Please call 48 hours in advance to order. Like us on Facebook!

(251) 378-9204 whitsdaphne@gmail.com www.whitscustard.com/al-daphne

Entertainment to You

Animal Tales, LLC ad on page 21

Live Exotic Animal Birthday Parties! Animal Tales conducts educational programs for over 900 schools and libraries annually in 15 states. We bring our animals to your location for a unique birthday party experience. 6+ animals of your choice, 45-50 minute show.

(800) 589-5408 Ext.2 info@animaledzoocation.com www.animaledzoocation.com

Artsy Party ad on page 54

Artsy Party is a mobile business that comes to your event location. We offer birthday parties, bridal showers, Mom’s night out, Mommy & Me and more. Choose to paint on canvas, wood, glasses, and our newest edition is mosiacs. We supply the paint, brushes, easels, artist to help, and you take home your master piece.

Parties require a 10 person minimum with payment in full before your event. No need to know how to paint, we send a professional artist to help!

(251) 408-9207 theartsyparty@gmail.com www.facebook.com/theartsyparty

Balloon Bubble Buddies ad on page 66

A full scope of roving entertainment at your party which includes our balloon animals, bubble-maker, confetti gun, t-shirt launcher (which can launch parachuting army men, stuffed animals and party gifts).

Arches, custom centerpieces and various decorations for your party/gathering. Visit us on Facebook!

(251) 233-9647 luther.adams@outlook.com www.balloonbubblebuddies.com

Butterflies Dancing - Zumbini Parties

Zumbini inspired music and movement parties and classes for children 0 - 5 years old.

(619) 787-9503 amie@butterfliesdancing.org www.zumbini.com

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Quality Care Matters.

Dr. Lee specializes in pediatric and adult Ear, Nose & Throat care.

He treats everyday ENT illnesses to complex surgeries. Schedule your appointment today.

Daphne & Mobile Offices 1302 Hwy 98 • Daphne • 251-410-9000

Michael Rhodes Lee, MD “He has a smile on his face and is always kind to his patients. They also provide same day appointments.”

—Jennifer H.

2880 Dauphin Street • Mobile • 251-473-1900

Visit us online at pmg.md

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DK the Clown

Daphne Let DK the Clown bring fun & entertainment to your next event! DK is a Graduate of the Circus Clown School, a balloon Artist and Face Painter.

(251) 554-2874 dkssilkflowers@aol.com

Dr. Gee’s Magic and Balloons

Dr. Gee’s offers Balloons and Magic for parties, promotions and events. Dr. Gee makes your event exciting with magic and creative balloons sculpting.

(251) 662-7415 thedrgee@hotmail.com www.facebook.com/DrGeesMagicandBalloons

Entertainment Management Services

506 Lakeshore Drive, Daphne We are the children’s entertainment experts!

We have the best in magic shows, balloon art, face painting, inflatables, rock walls, costumed characters, Easter Bunny, Santa, carnival rides and games, cotton candy and popcorn machines, cakes, entertainment and decorating for children and teens. We’ll create a party that will long be remembered.

(251) 626-1274 www.entertainmentstars.com

Faces By Alyce

Face Painting for your party, festival or special event. Please call for pricing and booking information. Visit us on Facebook for photos and updates.

251-303-6700 facesbyalyce@yahoo.com www.facebook.com/facesbyalyce

Kidding Around Yoga with Kristen

Yoga Birthday Parties for ages 4-10. Parties include a yoga class, arts & crafts Project and a few special surprises! Visit our Facebook page.

(251) 605-2905 kristenkammer@hotmail.com www.facebook.com/KiddingAroundYogawithKristen

Kindermusik with Ms. Bonnie

Offering 30- minute music and movement sessions to entertain your party. Find us on Facebook at Kindermusik with Ms. Bonnie.

(251) 753-3559 brhariel@gmail.com www.kindermusikwithmsbonnie.kindermusik.com

Once Upon a Time Parties

Bring the magic home. Book a fairy-tale character to attend Birthday parties, charity events and more in the Southern Alabama and Gulf Coast areas.

Please email us for booking. onceuponatimemobile@gmail.com www.onceuponatimepartiesal.com/

Purpose Filled Painting

Purpose Filled Painting is a Mobile Painting Party that brings the party to you! We provide an Art Instructor & all supplies needed to create your very own Masterpiece! Painting Parties for All Ages & Occasions including Birthday Parties, Church Groups, Girl’s Night, Family Fun Night, Team Parties, Office Parties, and Fund Raising.

(205) 515-4188 purposefilledpainting@gmail.com www.facebook.com/purposefilledpainting

Weabo the Clown

Balloon artist, clown, and face painting, Perfect for parties, picnics and all special events.

(251) 463-4939 or (251) 463-4938 weabo55@yahoo.com

Bow-Tag

Mobile and Eastern Shore areas, Bow-Tag is a safe and friendly combat archery sport that can be played indoors or outdoors. Players wear masks and use recurve bows to shoot ultra-safe foamtipped arrows at opposing team members on the field. It’s paintball without the pain! The equipment is completely mobile so we come to you. Players do not need prior archery skills; it’s simple, safe and fun for all ages! Enjoy with friends, family or colleagues at work. We cater to the following events; private parties for both children and adults, church groups, scout groups, fairs, festivals, corporate team-building events and especially birthday parties. The minimum age limit is 10 years old. Call today to book your event and get specific event and group pricing.

(251) 895-5714 cole@bow-tag.com www.bow-tag.com

Christie’s Paint n Shop

27267 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach Christie’s Paint n Shop is a mobile art studio. You provide the venue and we provide the canvas, paint and FUN of creating your own masterpiece!

Christie’s Paint n Shop is great for birthday parties,

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Jon the Balloon Guy

Jon offers a variety of services for special events including magic tricks, face painting (full face or cheek art) and balloon sculpting!

(251) 447-7164 jonstaytonentertainment@gmail. com www.jontheballoonguy.com

KnockerBall Bay Area

Daphne Whether it’s a party, special event, or community involvement, Knockerball will show you a great time! Get In The Ball!

(251) 295-4320 knockerballba@gmail.com www.knockerballba.com

On Sight Entertainment

On Sight Entertainment brings the best mobile video game truck party right to your front door. Our luxury, limo-style mobile game theater on wheels features 7 widescreen high-def TVs, surround sound and multiplayer gaming excitement! We have the latest titles from Xbox 360, Xbox ONe, Wii, Wii U and PlayStation 4!

(251) 207-8102 1onsightentertainment@gmail.com www.onsightentertainment.com

Reno’s Reptiles

Pensacola Reno’s Reptiles comes to you with reptile shows for birthday parties, scouts, picnics, church groups, charity events, daycares, and even for some local schools. Our shows offer a great adventure with minimal effort from you, in a safe and controlled environment. Choose from a variety of reptiles.

(850) 393-3004 rsnakeman@aol.com www.renosreptiles.com

Inflatables and Rentals

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Fairhope We offer many different water slides, dry slides, bounce houses, combos, and obstacle courses. Let us come have an Amazing time with you. Photos of our rental items are available on Facebook.

(251) 533-2279 amazinginflatables@yahoo.com www.amazinginflatablesllc.com

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Daphne We offer a diverse inventory of entertainment from inflatable water & dry slides, bounce houses, mechanical rides, concessions, catering and offer free delivery and setup. We can even finish the event with a fireworks show! Like us on Facebook!

(251) 509-2625 chris@esjump.com www.esjump.com

All-Star Inflatables

Baldwin County Full service inflatable rental company offerring Castle Bouncers, Combo Slides, & Water Slides. All-Star Inflatables will deliver and set up for free in areas on the Eastern Shore and Baldwin County. Delivery is available for added fee in Mobile & Escambia Counties.

(251) 689-3184 or (251) 455-4338 rblow@aol.com www.daphneinflatables.com

Drop Zone Inflatables

Offers a wide variety of party inflatables, including bounce houses, jump houses, inflatable water slides, moonwalk rentals and more.

(251) 604-9132 sales@dropzoneinflatables.com www.dropzoneinflatables.com

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Eastern Shore Party Poppers

Find Eastern Shore Party Poppers on Facebook to see pictures of the signage available for your celebration!

(251) 751-8585 espartypoppers@gmail.com

Extreme Fun Rentals

Extreme Fun Rental offers inflatables, water slides, popcorn machines, cotton candy machines, and party rentals. We offer delivery to the Eastern Shore and Mobile areas. Visit us on Facebook or call for more rental items and pricing.

(251) 510-6926 or (251) 363-9333 info@xtremefun-al.com www.xtremefun-al.com

Go Go Kayaks

921 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores WE DELIVER FUN! Call for great rates, quality epuipment and friendly service. We can accomadate groups of up to 50 people so call and make a reservation for your next outing. Ask about rental options for your private party or event. Like us on Facebook for photos, updates and rental pricing.

(251) 752-5500 www.gogokayaks.com

GyroSpace

We provide unique fun for children and adults of all ages, at birthdays, church events, corporate gatherings, festivals and more. Each person powers and controls their own GyroGym at the pace they enjoy.

Parents & children share the exact same experience, to create memories & great photographs. We come to you, need no power source, & do every-

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(251) 654-1311 gyrospace@bellsouth.net

Places to Party

Hurricane Inflatables

Bay City Gymnastics

Hurricane Inflatables can make your special occasion or event easy, fun and memorable. We offer bounce houses, water slides, obstacle courses, rock walls, mechanical bulls, tents, tables, concessions machines and interactive inflatable games.

Serving Mobile and Coastal Alabama, Mississippi and areas of Pensacola.

(251) 923-7279 or (601) 947-6160 www.hurricaneinflatables.com

It’s My Par’Tea

Daphne Children’s tables, chairs, & props delivered right to your door. Free delivery & setup on the Eastern Shore. Visit our Facebook page for photos of rental items.

(251) 402-6873 itsmypartea1@gmail.com

Outdoor Fun Inflatables

Elberta Now providing inflatable fun to all of Baldwin County, Surrounding Areas and parts of Pensacola!

We offer inflatable bouncers, obstacle courses, dry slides, water slides, and Run ‘N Slides. Outdoor Fun Inflatables also has other party rentals you’ll love, including a Mechanical Bull, Concessions, Tent, Tables, and Chairs! We deliver to you. Visit us on Facebook or our website for photos of inventory.

(251) 923-7719 or (251) 979-4381 outdoorfuninflatables@gmail.com www.outdoorfuninflatables.com

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8534 Well Road , Daphne Looking for a fun place for your child to have his/ her birthday party? Let us help you make your child’s birthday a day to remember. We provide the activities and you provide the cake and ice cream.

You will be assigned two party hostesses. They will help your child and his/her friends run through obstacle courses, play games, relay races, jumping on our 40 foot long Tumble Track Trampoline, playtime in our 1,000 sq. ft. of foam pits, and free play time! Our weekends fill up fast, so call today to schedule your child’s party!

(251) 621-2112 bcgagym@att.net www.bcgagymnastics.com

Creative Outlet Dance Center ad on page 61

66 South Section Street, Fairhope Ballerina, Pop Star, Fairy and Princess themed birthday parties are a very popular service of Creative Outlet. We provide the facility, entertainment and activities for the birthday boy or girl and 15 guests. The cost for a one-and-a-half hour party is $100.

(251) 928-9511 creativeoutletda@bellsouth.net www.creativeoutletdance.com

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1129 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores We offer Daily Walk-on Charters, Snorkeling Tours, Scuba Instruction, and Kayak Rentals. We offer scuba certification, CPR, diver rescue, open water diver courses, fun excursions and more! Every month we will feature a new destination to help you learn about the world’s best places to scuba dive.

Visit our website or call for detailed rental information and instruction.

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9063 Merritt Lane, Daphne Whether you are as pretty as a Princess, looking for some funky Hip Hop or into all that Jazz, we have a party for you! We offer birthday parties for all ages.

Our 2-hour parties include dance instruction, a performance for the parents and loads of fun. Bring your own cake, drinks and snacks. We’ll supply the fun. Reservations required.

(251) 626-2300 easternshoredance@gmail.com www.easternshoredanceacademy.us

Eastern Shore Gymnastics Academy, Inc.

Deposit required to reserve. SILVER PACKAGE: $175 for first 10 participants, $10 each additional participant, 1 hour structured gymnastics, 30 minutes in party room, water bottle for the birthday child, party bags for each participant. $50 deposit required to reserve. GOLD PACKAGE: $225 for first 12 participants, $15 each additional participant, 1 hour structured gymnastics, 30 minutes in party room, water bottle and t-shirt for the birthday child, party bags for each participant, complete table set up including: table cloths, place setting for each participant. $75 deposit required to reserve. Accurate participant numbers must be confimred in order to ensure adequate staffing for your party. All participants must have a waiver signed by their parent or legal guardian in order to participate. Birthday parties are available on Saturdays only. Please call to reserve your party. *NOTE Pricing subject to change.

(251) 447-0505 easternshoregym@att.net www.easternshoregymnastics.net

Estuarium at Dauphin Island Sea Lab ad on page 11

101 Bienville Boulevard, Mobile Host your birthday party at the Estuarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab. Both entertaining and educational, the aquatic and hands on exhibits provide hours of excitement for your party guests. Event bookings include a 4 hour rental of our party room in the morning or afternoon for approximately 35-40 persons with free admission to the Estuarium included.

(251) 861-2141 x 7000 www.disl.org

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8566 Athlete Drive, Daphne Have your next birthday party with Eastern Shore Gym! Party Packages: BRONZE PACKAGE: $100 for first 8 participants, $8.50 each additional participant; 1 hour structured gymnastics, 30 minutes in party room, water bottle for the birthday child. $50

Fairhope Family Fun Center ad on page 59

177 Baldwin Square, Fairhope The Ultimate Laser Tag can now be experienced in Baldwin County! Featuring the latest technology in

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(251) 517-7929 dan@anewbrandoffun.com www.anewbrandoffun.com/

Fast Eddie’s Fun Center ad on page 68

505 West Michigan Avenue, Pensacola Fast Eddies provides a variety of party packages with entertainment options like go-karts, putt-putt, batting cages, arcade games and more! Visit our website to view Party Packages for one of our Private Party Rooms. Bring the kids and the cake and we’ll do the rest!

850-433-7735 info@fasteddiesfuncenter.com www.fasteddiesfuncenter.com

Gulf Coast Dance Alliance ad on page 22

30752 Ember Lane, Spanish Fort Whether your birthday child likes ballet, jazz, hiphop or acro/gym, we have a party for you! For more information and to book your next party call or visit our website.

(251) 621-9755 info@gcdadance.com www.gcdadance.com

Humdingers Virtual Reality Lounge ad on page 31

30500 State Highway 181 (Suite 120), Spanish Fort Humdingers Virtual Reality Loounge is a great facility for birthday parties, corporate events, youth groups or friends and family. Offering high end virtual reality gaming, virtual escape rooms, virtual field trips and much more. Call or book your

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Magnolia Dance Company ad on page 11

1705 South McKenzie Street, Foley Magnolia Dance Company is the perfect place for your favorite dancer to celebrate their birthday. We provide 45 minutes full of energetic dancing and games followed by food, cake and time for presents.

(251) 622-6616 themagnoliadanceco@gmail.com www.magnoliadancecompany.com

Original Oyster House ad on page 1

3733 Battleship Pkwy, Spanish Ft, (251) 626-2188

Original Oyster House Boardwalk & OOH Trading Co. 701 Highway 59, Gulf Shores, (251) 948-2445 Celebrating a birthday? Our FREE gift to the birthday boy or girl, outside of our birthday bash, is a small birthday cake with whipped topping and chocolate syrup. You are also able to bring in your own cake. Be sure to check out our private rooms, available by reservation, for any occasion. www.originaloysterhouse.com

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Tots 2 Teens Fun Salon

1501 South OWA Boulevard, Foley Discover a whole new level of fun when you throw a birthday party at the Gulf Coast’s newest entertainment destination. OWA’s 20+ ride amusement park — The Park at OWA — is the perfect place to celebrate your child’s special day. With attractions for all ages, a 9,500 sq. ft. splash pad and so much more, The Park at OWA is the place to be for birthday fun.

(251) 923-2111 sales@visitowa.com www.VisitOWA.com

26000 Bass Pro Drive (Suite 206), Spanish Fort Here girls over 3 years old will have the most magical and sassy birthday party ever. All guests and the birthday girl will be pampered while wearing a wonderful robe as the Bubble Dance Club play their favorite songs. Party Package options are available on our website.

(251) 625-1405 tots2teensfunsalon@gmail.com www.tots2teensfunsalon.com

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The Wharf Ferris Wheel and Mini Golf ad on page 39

23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach The Wharf is home to one of the largest ferris wheels in the Southeast standing over 112 feet tall. The ferris wheel is $5.00 per ride (3 years and under are Free). Play a few rounds at our all new 18-hole Mini Golf Course. Be prepared “fore” a swinging good time! Mini golf is $7 per person (4 years and under are Free). Ferris Wheel hours are Monday – Sunday, 12pm – 10pm Mini golf hours are Monday-Sunday, 12pm – 9 pm. Please call for party and group rates.

Picnic tables and umbrellas are available for parties.

(251) 224-1000 info@alwharf.com www.alwharf.com

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USS Alabama Battleship ad on page 64

2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile Celebrate your child’s next birthday aboard the Battleship USS ALABAMA. Your guests will enjoy touring the Battleship USS ALABAMA, the Submarine USS DRUM, and the Aircraft Pavilion. Please call to schedule your next party.

(251) 433-2703 www.ussalabama.com

Waterville, USA ad on page 53

906 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores Waterville USA is able to host lots of different group outings such as, company parties, birthday parties, family reunions, church outings, end of season sports team parties, boy/girl scout events, as well as after-

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Visit our website for detailed Birthday Party Packages.

Please call to make your event reservation.

(251) 948-2106 or (251) 948-7026 wville2@gulftel.com www.watervilleusa.com

Action Outdoors – Dauphin Island

650 LeMoyne Drive, Dauphin Island Action Outdoors offers boat trips into the waters surrounding Dauphin Island for school field trips, Eco tours, birthday parties and inshore fishing.

Built in touch tanks provide personal experiences with many kinds of fish and other animals found in our waters. Our 44 foot Bonner can carry up to 42 passengers along with her crew in bays and coastal waters within 3 miles of shore.

(251) 861-2201 reservations@actionoutdoors.org www.actionoutdoors.org

Adventure Island

24559 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach Birthday party packages require a minimum of 6 party guests. Each party member will receive a small drink, ice cream and popcorn, tables reserved for 2 hours and includes 4 games and/or rides per party. Birthday Parties are limited to the honoree being 14 years of age or younger.

(251) 974-1500 info@adventure-island.com www.adventure-island.com

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

1204 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores Celebrate at the zoo with guests and enjoy a full day at the zoo! We have an animal show and shaded picnic area for your party. Each guest can also get a souvenir cup of animal feed for the petting zoo for $1.00. Reservations for events, parties or groups is required.

(251) 968-5732 info@algulfcoastzoo.org www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.org

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

1204 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores Celebrate at the zoo with guests and enjoy a full day at the zoo! We have an animal show and shaded picnic area for your party. Each guest can also get a souvenir cup of animal feed for the petting zoo for $1.00. Reservations for events, parties or groups is required.

(251)968-5731 info@algulfcoastzoo.org www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.org

Alligator Alley

19950 Highway 71, Summerdale At Alligator Alley, we currently have over 500 alligators from the hatchlings in our gift shop to the big alligators in our swamp land. Enjoy a nature walk to our various exhibits as you journey towards the big swamp, and the ultimate king of Alligator Alley, Captain Crunch! You’ll also see green herons, owls, turtles, bullfrogs, a fox squirrel and more. In our gift shop area, we also display other amphibians, reptiles, and rare species of various field animals. Birthday Parties: $250 includes 20 people. $10 for each additional adult and $8 for each additional child.

(866) 994-2867 or (251) 946-2483 info@gatoralleyfarm.com gatoralleyfarm.com

AMC Theatres

23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach Call for special party pricing. We also have a dedicated party room to hold your special events at the AMC Classic Wharf 15!

(251) 981-4444 rentals@amctheatres.com www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/pensacolamobile/amc-classic-wharf-15

Arena-The Next Level at The Wharf

4776 Main Street, Orange Beach Great entertainment for all ages, and perfect for birthday parties, civic outings, and family vacations.

We offer Laser Tag, Bazookaball and arcade games.

(251) 224-5297(LAZR) arenanextlevel@aol.com www.arenaorangebeach.com

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Back Country Trail

24037 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach Bike or Hike to your next family picnic, birthday party, or field trip on the Backcountry Trail. Enjoy bouldering, geocaching, Eco tours and the butterfly garden as you tour 15 miles of scenic trails through Gulf State Park. Visit our website for more great activities.

(251) 981-1180 or (251) 981-1063 backcountrytrailoba@gmail.com www.backcountrytrail.com

Blue Girl Beading Co.

2200 East 2nd Street , Gulf Shores Blue Girl Beading Company is a unique beading and jewelry boutique that offers jewelry making birthday parties in shop or at your event. We have a unique team that is devoted to creating a fun event with the latest and most trendy styles.

(251) 968-5900 aratbeads@yahoo.com www.bluegirlbeadingco.com

Bodenhamer Recreation Center

310 West 19th Avenue, Gulf Shores The Bodenhamer Recreation Center is available for rental for both members and non-members. Bring your own refreshments and drinks (no glass bottles/ no alcoholic beverages). Please call for reservations and rental fees.

(251) 968-1420 nard@gulfshoresal.gov www.gulfshoresal.gov/bodenhamer

Breakout Orange Beach

4776 Main Street, Orange Beach Work together to solve puzzles, crack codes, find

hidden items, in order to escape! Each game is a real?life escape room adventure for a small group.

It’s great for groups of friends, family, or coworkers.

Take team?building to a whole new level!

(251) 929-8330 info@breakoutgames.com www.breakoutgames.com/orange-beach

Build-A-Bear Workshop

30500 Highway 181, Spanish Fort A party leader guides party goers through each step of the bear building fun and party games.

Parties include a party host, photo, printable invitations, thank you notes and party gifts for each guest. A minimum of 5 guests is required for each party package.

(251) 625-4183 www.buildabear.com

Build-A-Bear Workshop at the Wharf

4751 Main Street, Orange Beach Each guest will make his or her own stuffed animal friend. A party leader guides them through each step of the bear building fun and then through party games. Party time ranges from 1-1.5 hours, depending on the number of guests. A minimum of 6 guests is required for each party package. Parties include a party host, photo, printable invitations, thank you notes and party gifts for each guest.

(251) 224-1686 www.buildabear.com

Charming Teacup

17111 Scenic Highway 98 (Inside Punta Clara Candy Kitchen Historic Home) Charming Victorian Tea Parties for little ladies. We

provide gowns, fancy hats, jewelry and a full tea service on dainty china with Etiquette, ballroom dancing, and games! We have online booking with 6 birthday party packages to choose from. Baby & Bridal showers, graduations or just fun with the girls also available.

(251) 300-0231 thecharmingteacup@gmail.com www.charmingteacup.com

City of Daphne Parks and Recreation

2605 US Highway 98, Daphne The City of Daphne is proud to offer several parks and sports fields for the community to enjoy.

Birthday parties or events at parks are based on a first come first served basis. Each park is open to the public; therefore, it cannot be exclusive to your function. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in the parks and facilities at all times.

(251) 621-3703 www.daphneal.com

Coastal Arts Center

26389 Canal Road, Orange Beach Coastal Arts Center offers a 5,000 square foot main hall, a catering kitchen, and separate smaller areas if needed. The grounds feature a waterfront stage overlooking Wolf Bay, lavishly landscaped grounds, and moss draped oaks. The scenery is breathtaking and our staff hospitality is outstanding. Let us help you create the most memorable birthday party or special event! Visit us on Facebook and sign up for our newsletters.

(251) 981-2787 kanderson@orangebeachal.gov www.coastalartscenter.com

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Introducing the Eastern Shore’s newest FULL-DAY preschool. Accepting applications for children 30+ months of age.

Now offering school-day and full-day options!

Contact: Shelley Miller, 251-928-2912

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11101 County Road 64 , Daphne Coastal Cafe’ and Park offers fun for kids and adults! We have 2 playground areas, 2 NBA size basketball courts, a walking trail, baseball field, large open porch and a large splash pad! Please note that events are scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays only and a booking request must be made at least two weeks before your scheduled event.

Request forms are available on our website. Fees vary based on event needs. We invite you to come by for breakfast, lunch or just relax and let the kids play!

(251) 621-9555 info@coastalchurch.tv www.coastalchurch.tv/cafe

Cobb Theater Pinnacle 14

3780 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores Plan your next birthday with us! We provide entertainment, drinks, food and fun. We will even clean up! For more information visit our website. Please call for availability and pricing.

(251) 923-0100 www.cobbtheatres.com/ pinnacle14.aspx

Dippin Dots

4651 Main Street, Orange Beach The original beaded ice cream is available in your area! Stop into our location at The Wharf and sample some of our delicious flavors. Ask us about catering, birthday parties, fundraising and more!

(251) 224-3687 www.dippindots.com

Dolphin Cruises - Cold Mil Fleet

5749 Bay La Launch Avenue, Orange Beach We offer 1.5 hour daytime and sunset cruises for groups, field trips, birthdays and more. Our 50 foot vessel offers partial shade, restroom and a 360 degree dolphin view! The dolphins love to swim along the side of the boat jumping, rolling, and catching glances at their spectators. Please visit our website

to book a dolphin cruise. A credit card is required for reservations.

(251) 943-3510 coldmilfleet@yahoo.com www.dolphincruises.com

Dolphin Cruises - Cold Mil Fleet

5749 Bay La Launch Avenue, Orange Beach We offer 1.5 hour daytime and sunset cruises for groups, field trips, birthdays and more. Our 50 foot vessel offers partial shade, restroom and a 360 degrees dolphin view! The dolphins love to surf along the side of the boat jumping, rolling, and catching glances at their spectators.

(251) 943-3510 coldmilfleet@yahoo.com www.dolphincruises.com

Dolphins Down Under (Sanroc Cay Marina)

27267 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach Join us and search for wild dolphins! Our knowledgeable captains and crew will guide you and your family on exciting quest to watch the dolphins frolic and play in their natural environment. We offer dolphin tours, birthday parties, lunch cruises, snorkeling, glass bottom kayaking and Jet Ski excursions.

Dolphins Down Under has custom Glass-Bottom Catamarans with a capacity of 49 passengers.

Each stable, comfortable vessel can host a variety of occasions. You can reserve an entire vessel for Private parties, Island Excursions, Sunset Trips and other Special Events.

(251) 968-4386 Info@dolphinsdownunder.net www.dolphinsdownunder.net

Eastern Shore Art Center

401 Oak Avenue, Fairhope Let one of our children’s art instructors plan an “art party” for your child’s special day. Clay and painting classes are also available. Please call for information.

(251) 928-2228 reanna@esartcenter.org www.esartcenter.org

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Eastern Shore Lanes

10460 Eastern Shore Boulevard, Spanish Fort Children love to bowl! We are dedicated to providing a safe and fun place for kids of all ages to come enjoy tons of fun. Eastern Shore Lanes has several great youth programs to choose from; Bowling, youth leagues, Laser Tag, Escape Room Game, high ropes course and Arcade games. Visit our website to view our birthday package options and pricing. Contact Hannah to book your party today!

(251) 625-3400 birthdays@eslanes.com www.eslanes.com

Emerson Farms

Summerdale Emerson Farm is a family owned and operated farm and we specialize in smiles! We offer Pig Races, Petting Zoos, Pony Rides, Camel Rides, our NEW Big Horse Ride, Carriage Rides, and more.

Now offering Unicorn Parties and Rental items. Our animals are also available for most any event and will leave your guest squealing with laughter!

(573) 380-8314 temersonfarm@yahoo.com www.emersonfarms.net

Fairhope Rec Center Pool

803 North Greeno Road, Fairhope Located at the Fairhope Recreation Center, the Fairhope City Pool is a great place to have your swimming party. Private Parties are available. Nonprivate party rates are also available. For additional information on the pool, memberships, swim team or to book parties please call the Rec Center.

(251) 928-7270 nate.lami@cofairhope.com www.cofairhope.com

Fairhope Sewing School

? 11161 John Deere Lane, Fairhope Our sewing parties are great for children (ages 7+) and teenagers of all skill levels. Learn to use a sewing machine while creating a project and learning a new skill! All parties take place in our school

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(251) 442-4472 fairhopesewingschool@gmail.com www.fairhopesewingschool.com

Fairhoper’s Community Park

105 South Church Street, Fairhope The Community Park features two towering corkscrews slides, a rope-climbing sphere, a musicalinstrument lined sidewalk, and nautical-themed equipment along with traditional swings, monkey bars and splash pad. The community park and pavilion areas are available on a first come, first serve basis. Currently, we do not take any reservations for this park.

(251) 929-1479 www.cofairhope.com

Fairways Indoor Golf Club

25000 Bass Pro Drive (Suite 104) , Spanish Fort Our facility is a perfect environment for corporate events, teambuilding exercises, private parties, and fundraisers! Please call us for additional information and party pricing.

(251) 621-5277 info@fairwaysindoorgolfclub.com www.fairwaysindoorgolfclub.com

Fat Daddy’s Arcade

24565 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach Featuring tons of the most popular games on the market. Find everything from basketball free throws to Guitar Hero, racing games, interactive games and lots more. Ask about our birthday parties!

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(251) 980-1050 www.fatdaddysarcadeorangebeach.com

Foley Art Center

211 North McKenzie Street, Foley Let Foley Art Center help you plan your next event!

If you’re looking to add artistic flair whether it’s a kid’s birthday party, ladies night out, or other special occasion, we can customize a painting or crafty activity just for you.

(251) 943-4381 foleyartcenter@gmail.com www.foleyartcenter.com

Gulf Coast Ducks

Mobile Quack! Quack! Get ready to SPLASH with us during the most entertaining tour in America! We will always seek to exceed your expectations every time you join us for one of our unique land/water tours!

(251) 802-8687 Taylor@GulfCoastDucks.com www.gulfcoastducks.com

Gulf Coast Exploreum

65 Government Street, Mobile At the Gulf Coast Exploreum, we’ve got children’s birthday parties down to a science. When you book your child’s party with us, you relax while we do all the work. We provide themed invitation templates, party favors, a cool birthday cake and a fun experiment to entertain the guests. We even handle the clean up!

(251) 208-6893 www.exploreum.com

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Gulf Quest

155 South Water Street, Mobile Let us do the work while you enjoy the fun! Designed for children ages 5-10, GulfQuest birthday parties are centered around nautical themes. A Party Host will set up, decorate, lead an activity and even clean up!

(251) 436-8901 reservations@gulfquest.org www.gulfquest.org

Historic Blakeley State Park

34745 State Highway 225, Spanish Fort Blakeley State Park has cabins, RV and primitive camping facilities, as well as covered pavilions and available for rental. The Seay Pavilion, Old House Site, and Mary Grice Pavilion are outdoor facilities with covered pavilions. The Wehle Center can accommodate up to 100 guests in the large meeting room. The facility features restrooms, a serving kitchen and a theater. Just steps away is a scenic chapel pavilion, ideal for ceremonies. Rates are modest and competitive.

(251) 626-0798 or (251) 626-5581 blakeleypark@aol.com www.blakeleypark.com

Hot Wheels Skate Center

616 Whispering Pines Road, Daphne Are you looking for a fun, family-friendly birthday party? Hot Wheels provides excellent budget friendly, party packages that include up to 3 hours of skating, skate rental, soft drinks, pizza, place settings, invitations, game tokens, birthday t-shirt and an unlimited 30 day skate pass for the birthday

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Farm! We offer several party package options. All parties include a party host, covered party pavilion, several farm activities and much more. Some of our activities are available to bring to your party location or venue.

(251) 605-7216 magnoliacornmaze@gmail.com www.magnoliacornmaze.com

Hummingbird Zipline Course

Michael’s at Eastern Shore Centre

4700 Main Street (Unit G-114), Orange Beach Hummingbird Zipline Course features eight towers covering over 6,000 feet! With heights up to 115 feet and speeds over 30 MPH, participants soar on a 2 ½ hour tour over pristine bays, the Intracoastal Waterway and through a Federally-protected wetland, beginning and ending just off of The Wharf’s Main Street. Please call for party and group rates.

(877) 947-8434 or (251) 948-9494 info@gulfadventurecenter.com www.zipthegulf.com

Ice Skating Rink at Eastern Shore Centre

Spanish Fort Summer hours for the skating rink are Friday and Saturday from 5pm - 9pm. Please call if you would like to bring a group for a special event.

(251) 583-9589

Lake Forest Stables

268 Equine Circle, Daphne Lake Forest Stables provides Birthday Parties, Family Gatherings, School/Daycare Field Trips and summer camps. Parties are scheduled for 2 hours and include two ponies for riding with their handlers, and small petting area with goats, rabbits mini horse & mini donkey. Party Pricing is $225.

Party Reservations are Required.

(770) 355-6514 daphne@lakeforeststables.org www.lakeforeststables.org

Magnolia Farms

15275 County Road 49 South, Summerdale What better place to have a party than at Magnolia

10200 Eastern Shore Boulevard, Spanish Fort Lots of fun in-store craft events for kids and adults.

Visit our website for kids programs under the events tab. Have your birthday party at Michael’s!

Tons of themes to choose from. See a store associate or call for party packages and booking.

(251) 621-2686 www.michaels.com

Mobile Bay Bears Birthday Parties

755 Bolling Brothers Boulevard, Mobile Celebrate at “The Hank”. The standard party package includes: 12 tickets, first pitch, souvenir baseball and video board recognition (for the birthday honoree), One dozen cupcakes, Mascot appearance and a fun BayBears party representative. Other packages and add on items available.

(251) 479-2327 baybears@mobilebaybears.com www.mobilebaybears.com

Next Level Tumbling

26090 Equity Drive, Daphne We offer birthday parties, tumble parties, cheer parties, dance parties and more. Please call to reserve your party. Visit our website under the About Us section and click on Birthday Parties for detailed information.

(251) 621-5797 info@nextleveltumbling.com www.nextleveltumbling.com

Oak Hollow Farm

14210 Greeno Road, Fairhope For your next party, check out all the fun and relaxing things you can do at Oak Hollow Farm. With over 300 acres of land, you can order as few or

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(251) 928-4840 info@oakhollowfarm.net www.oakhollowfarm.net

Pirate Ship Cruises and Alabama Cruises

4575 South Wilson Boulevard, Orange Beach Sail on our Orange Beach Pirate Cruise and bring your young pirates aboard! Our pirate ship is an all-wooden boat, designed to match the replica of The Pinta. We also offer cruises on our paddle wheel boat for up to 150 people. Private Dinner Cruises last 2 hours from Hudson Marina into Terry Cove, Bayou St. John, Perdido Bay and back to the marina. Book your child’s Pirate adventure Birthday today!

(251) 981-4127 hudsonmarinaob@gmail.com www.hudsonmarina.net

Pirates Island Golf

3201 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores The adventures and legends of infamous pirates come to life in our award-winning theme park settings. Putt your way through a fun-filled atmosphere of natural wonders, landscaping, and enchanting pirate lore. Birthday parties and group rates are available.

(251) 968-4653 pigulfshores@me.com www.piratesislandgolf.com

Riverside Ranch

26061 Monsanto Road, Loxley We do it all at Riverside! Riding Lessons, Boarding, Leasing, trail rides by appointment only. Ask about our Birthday Party packages!

(251) 263-3700 riversideranch1@gmail.com www.facebook.com/riversideranch1/

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Rotolo’s

100 Eastern Shore Shopping Center, Fairhope Play in the arcade and enjoy a delicious dinner!

Kids eat FREE on Tuesdays 5pm - close. One child eats free per the purchase of the adult entrée. Birthday party packages and catering available. Visit us on Facebook!

(251) 990-4005 Richard.A.kolhospitality@gmail.com www.Facebook.com/RotolosOfFairhope

Seward Farms

10836 Tanner Williams Road , Lucedale Celebrate birthdays, family reunions, and other special events with a fun-filled day on the farm!

We offer several birthday party packages to choose from with optional add-on activities. Each party consists of two hours in our brightly colored party huts or our fire pit area under the trees.

Please call or visit our website for specific packages and activity add-ons available. Reservations are required.

(228) 641-3936 info@sewardfarms.com www.sewardfarms.com

Spanish Fort Premiere 14 Eastern Shore Cinema

30500 State Highway 181, Spanish Fort Have a Movie Party right here at Premiere 14 Eastern Shore! Fill out the online form to reserve your party today!

(251) 626-1011 or (251) 626-0352 spanishfort@ pccmovies.com www.pccmovies.com

Spanish Fort Town Center Park Pavilion

29000 Bass Pro Drive, Spanish Fort The Spanish Fort Town Center Park offers a shaded pavilion area with tables, a splash pad, playground, restroom facilities, and much more.

The Pavilion is available for general public use on a first-come, first-serve basis, but no exclusive use rights are granted. Splach pad summer hours are 8am - 8pm daily through September 30, 2018. info@spanishforttowncenter.com www.spanishforttowncenter.com/town_center_park

Strike City Lanes Bowling

611 McMeans Avenue, Bay Minette Strike City Lanes is inside the Bay Minette Recreation Center and offers bowling for kids, adults, families, groups and birthday parties. Party hour times are Fridays 6pm - 8pm and Saturdays 12pm 2pm; 2pm - 4 pm; 3pm - 5pm; 5pm - 7pm and 6pm - 8pm. Reservations required for parties. Party Package options are detailed on our website.

(251) 580-2547 www.cityofbayminette.org/ Strike-City-Lanes

Susan’s Academy of Dance

7966 American Way, Daphne We offer parties with the latest dance moves, princess dance parties, Rock Star and Hip Hop dance. Let us plan a dance party for you! Call for availability.

(251) 626-3835 susan@susansacademyofdance.com www.susansacademyofdance.com

The Factory of Gulf Shores

18948 Oak Road West, Gulf Shores The Factory offers Trampolines, an Arcade, Flight simulator, birthday parties, open jump, teen night and many other activities for tons of fun and play!

Make your next birthday party, fundraiser, youth group or other special event fun for kids and adults!

(251) 202-0900 events@thefactorygulfshores.com www.thefactorygulfshores.com

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150 South Royal Street, Mobile Offering Pirate and Princess Birthday Party options.

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2881 South Juniper Street, Foley The Gulf Bowl offers open play bowling, birthday parties, arcade games, Captains Choice restaurant, pool room, a ropes course, laser tag & lots of Fun! Please call or check our website for specific summer programs. Hours are Monday - Thursday 9am - 12am; Friday and Saturday 9am - 1am; Sunday 11am - 12am. Birthday Party packages range from $189 (plus tax) to $349 (plus tax).

Party package options are listed on our website.

No outside food or drinks allowed, except for your cake and ice cream. Please contact Lisa L. or Lisa J. to book your party today!

(251) 943-4575 gulfbowl@gulftel.com www.gulfbowl.com

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The Painting Parrot

28600 US Highway 98 (Suite C), Daphne The Painting Parrot is a pottery painting studio where you can kick back, relax and get your creativity on! Bring the family to make a one-of-a-kind keepsake, take part in one of our many classes, Girl’s Night Out, Date Night or have your birthday party with us! Birthday party packages are available for kids and adults.

(251)264-2314 Robm1490@gmail.com www.thepaintingparrot.com

scratch and watch them bake in our classic brick oven! Enjoy an Elegant Tea Party planned to perfection. Parties include food, tea cups, tea pots, and even high chairs for a favorite doll or stuff animal. The possibilities are endless! Call to book your party today.

(251) 224-6510 vilaggiogrilleob@gmail.com www.villaggiogrille.com

Wales West RV Resort & Light Railway

3200 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores The Track is your Family Fun and Recreation Center in Gulf Shores, Alabama! Go Karts, Bumper Rides, Mini Golf, Thrill Rides and More! Go-Karts, Mini-Golf, Bumper Rides, and lots of family fun!

Summer hours; Open 7 days a week from 10am - 10pm. Visit our website for tickets and package pricing. Group and party packages available. Like us on Facebook for coupons and discounts.

(251) 270-0209 gulfshores@funatthetrack.com www.gulfshorestrack.com

13670 Smiley Street, Silverhill Celebrate any occasion with a unique party at Wales West! Different packages can include an authentic Steam or Diesel Train Ride and a Minitrain ride. Book during an event and enjoy the extensive decorations and festivities. Facilities include a Lake with Waterfall, Waterslide, Sandy Beach, large Shady Deck, Fishing, and Playground. Community Building offers a Party Room with kitchen, Deck overlooking the Lake, and an Indoor Heated Swimming Pool. See website for detailed party information!

(888) 569-5337 or (251) 752-5426 enquiries@waleswest.com www.waleswest.com

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31000 Bass Pro Drive, Spanish Fort Birthdays are special moments, and we’re committed to taking each and every kids’ birthday party to the next level. That means, the kids have an awesome time, everything is taken care of from start to finish and parents enjoy the party stress-free! We would love for our indoor adventure park to be your kid’s next birthday party place, so check out our birthday package options on our website and let’s get this party started!

(256) 269-3213 parties@urbanairspanishfort.com www.urbanairtrampolinepark.com/spanish-fort-al/

Villaggio Grille at The Wharf

4790 Main Street (Suite F-108), Orange Beach Create & make your own individual pizzas from

12562 Mary Ann Beach Road, Fairhope Weeks Bay Plantation offers a unique area for birthday parties or other special events with organic blueberry picking (during season), outdoor movies or catered picnics by the lake. Berry picking season begins in April and runs through July. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and check often for events and picking hours.

(251) 279-8745 info@weeksbayplantation.com www.weeksbayplantation.com

WildNative Tours / Delta Safaris

30841 Five Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort WildNative Tours offers Birthday Parties for up to 42 guests aboard our fully covered USCG passenger vessel “Osprey.” Tours depart our Delta Safaris

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location at 5 Rivers in Spanish Fort. Party pricing includes a boat tour, nature themed cake and individual ice creams for all children. We include all plates, napkins, and forks for the cake. Additional activities may be added to your party, including an extended boat tour, canoe/kayak rentals, custom scavenger hunts or water games. Prices for these options vary, please request a custom quote if any of these add-ons interest you. Please visit our website or call for booking and prices.

(251) 259-8531 or (877) 411-SAFARI info@wildnative.com www.wildnativetours.com

Wonderland Children’s Museum

151 Van Buren St, Daphne We are a new children’s museum offering a 9000 square foot educational play center, part time preschool hours, drop in care, full service parties, special events, field trips, and a cafe! We will have special sensory play days catering to our autistic community! We have taken all the best ideas and favorite exhibit’s and condensed it down to one center that appeals to everyone! We have a huge variety of party themes to choose from.

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The first thing to remember when your child has a tantrum is that it is normal.

Tantrums are a normal way for kids to express their frustration when they may not be able to communicate their feelings appropriately. While this fact doesn’t make the tantrum any easier to deal with, it does help to know that, developmentally, this is a normal stage.

Do not engage

During a tantrum the temptation can be to lecture, yell, or reason with the child.

They cannot hear you or comprehend reason when they are in the middle of a tantrum. The best thing to do is to wait it out. If you do feel the need to discuss the situation with the child, wait until later when he or she is calm and ready to listen.

Leave the scene

When your child starts to throw a tantrum, make sure they are safe, and then leave the area. Typically, if the child doesn’t have an audience to get a reaction from, the tantrum will cease. If you are not comfortable leaving the child alone, get busy doing other things and pretend to ignore them. If the tantrum happens in public, take the child to the car or the bathroom to calm down. If the tantrum continues and the child is unable to calm down, buckle them safely in their car seat and drive home.

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Consider triggers

Think about what triggered your child to get so upset in the first place. How can frustrating situations be avoided in the future? Of course, not all tantrums can be avoided but certain triggers can be removed. When armed with this information parents can be prepared to use distraction to lessen or avoid a future tantrum.

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Don’t give in, except once in awhile

Giving into a tantrum will do nothing but encourage future tantrums. If your child is throwing a tantrum because he wants to eat a cookie before dinner, do not give him the cookie. It is also not a good idea to use bribes to stop a tantrum. “If 71

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you stop crying, I will buy you a toy” rewards the child for the tantrum. However, if your child is in the middle of a tantrum and listening to the same annoying song over and over again on the car ride home will help him calm down, this may be an exception you can live with.

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You are not alone

Although it might feel like you are alone while your child has a fit at the grocery store, we have all been there. It is likely your child will have a tantrum in public at some point and it will be embarrassing and inconvenient, but it is generally unavoidable. Remind yourself again that it is normal for kids to have tantrums, leave the store if needed, and try to laugh about it later.

Use distraction, humor, and hugs

During a tantrum, kids are not able to listen to reason but that doesn’t mean parents can’t try to wrap up the crying quickly. Try using a distraction like “Where is the ball?” or “Do you want to read a book?” Make a silly face to lighten the mood or turn on some music and begin a silly dance. For some kids a tight hug helps them to calm down when they are upset. Trying to help your child move past the tantrum can teach them methods for calming themselves down in the future.

The situation that caused the tantrum can be discussed later if needed.

Don’t doubt yourself

There was a day when I had dealt with a particular horrible tantrum from my daughter and I began to blame myself.

“What am I doing wrong? I am a terrible mom.” After expressing these things to a friend, she reminded me that I am not a bad mother, I am just having a bad day.

It happens to all of us. Remain confident in your parenting and remind yourself you are doing the best you can. Tantrums happen to all parents.

The next time your child has a terrible tantrum, try to stop and remember these tips. Ultimately the tantrum will end and your child will grow and learn to communicate more effectively. ESP

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FamilyCalendar Sunday July 1

Pepsi Pirate Party (Free)

The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 Bring ye crew down to The Wharf on Sundays throughout summer for a swashbuckling good time! We will add a little oomph to our pal Stinky’s tale by incorporating Pepsi giveaways and beach balls, doubloons, a bubble machine and many more treasures. “An Epic Pirate Adventure” presented by the lovely folks at Pepsi will play during both Spectra Sound and Light Spectacular viewing times. Come immerse yourself in this interactive experience of music, choreographed lighting and special effects. Dress up in your best buccaneer attire and come get shipwrecked with us along Main Street! Spectra showings occur at 8:30pm and 9:00pm 251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

Monday July 2

WWI Living History Event 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Fort Morgan, 51 AL-180 Gulf Shores, 36542 A photo gallery will be on display in the fort depicting the WWI era of occupation. Living History representatives will be dressed in period clothing depicting soldier, medical, and family life.

251-540-7127 www.fort-morgan.org

Tuesday July 3

5 Rivers StoryTime (Free) 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard Spanish Fort, 36527 The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month is StoryTime at 5 Rivers. This week’s story is about the sights, sounds and smells of a salt marsh. Children under the age of 6 are welcome to stop by for a reading of “A Day in the Salt Marsh” followed by arts and crafts.

251-625-0814 www.outdooralabama.com/activities/5rivers-alabama-delta-resource-center Make a Zither! (Free) 2:00 PM Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Make a fretless, stringed instrument dating back to the middle ages using recycled materials.

Bring a shoe box! For Tweens ages 13-18 years in the Activity Room.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Grand Bay Watermelon Festival 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM, 10327 Taylor F. Harper Grand Bay, 36541 The Grand Bay Watermelon Festival is open on July 3rd from 3 to 7 pm and on July 4th from 8 am to 4 pm. An annual family fun event with all the free, sliced, ice cold watermelon you can eat, but only on the 4th. (The watermelons will be chilling on the 3rd) Free admission on the 3rd and just $5 per vehicle on the 4th. grandbaywatermelonfestival.org Tween Minecraft 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Minecraft computer and coding game for Tweens ages 9 - 12 years is held every Tuesday. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session.

Sign up on Eventbrite.com.

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ebration! Bring the family down for live entertainment, kid-friendly activities, prize giveaways, and much more.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Fort Morgan: Tuesday Evening Living History Tour ($10) 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Fort Morgan, 51 AL-180 Gulf Shores, 36542 Historical Interpreters portray soldiers that occupied this fort from various periods and tell about the lives of the soldiers during the Fort’s most active years. demonstrations of small arms drills will occur throughout the evening as well as the firing of one of the fort’s artillery pieces at the conclusion of the tour.

251-540-7127 www.fort-morgan.org 5 Rivers Outdoor Adventure Club Night (Free) 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard Spanish Fort, 36527 Meet and mingle with local outdoor enthusiasts and enjoy monthly programs. 7pm-8:30pm; Mobile Bay Canoe and Kayak Club.7pm-8:30pm; Mobile Bay Sierra Club 251-625-0814 www.outdooralabama.com/activities/5rivers-alabama-delta-resource-center Free Family Movie Night (Free) 8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm).

Snack vendor will be on site during movies. Bring your own folding chairs or beach towels for seating and bug spray, just in case. Admission is free, but please no pets, grills or glass allowed. Weather permitting! Movie Schedule - May 31 Furry Vengeance, June 1 A Dog’s Purpose, June 7 Little Mermaid, June 8 Pirate’s of the Caribbean-Dead Man’s Chest, June 14 Hidden Figures, June 15 Coco, June 21 Paddington 2 , June 22 Smurf’s The Lost Village, June 28 Jaws, June 29 Trolls, July 5 Frozen, July 6 Zootopia townofdauphinisland.org

Wednesday July 4

Grand Bay Watermelon Festival 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 10327 Taylor F. Harper Grand Bay, 36541 The Grand Bay Watermelon Festival is open on July 3rd from 3 to 7 pm and on July 4th from 8 am to 4 pm. An annual family fun event with all the free, sliced, ice cold watermelon you can eat, but only on the 4th. (The watermelons will be chilling on the 3rd) Free admission on the 3rd and just $5 per vehicle on the 4th. grandbaywatermelonfestival.org Magnolia Spring Annual 4th of July Parade and Celebration 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Parade route will begin at Woodland Drive to Oak Street and end on the Green at MSVFD. Lineup at 10:00. Parade begins at 10:30am.

GulfQuest 4th of July Extravaganza 2:00 PM GulfQuest, 155 South Water Street Mobile, 36602 GulfQuest announces our inaugural 4th of July Extravaganza! On the Promenade overlooking the Mobile River, we’ll have family activities such as cornhole, a sidewalk chalk competition, waterslides and more. The Galley will be offering their fabulous hamburgers and other summertime fare for sale from 2-8 p.m. The evening will culminate with the City of Mobile’s spectacular fireworks display, backed by Mobile Pops, overlooking the river. www.gulfquest.org

Independence Day Street Party (Admission is Free;

City of Daphne July 4th Celebration 5:00 PM Trione Sports Complex, 8600 Whispering Pines Road Daphne, 36526 Fireworks at dust. Fun family entertainment.

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5:00 PM - 9:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 Join us for our Independence Day Street Party on July 3rd for the ultimate freedom cel-

Wheel of Deals Wednesday at the Wharf (Free) 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 We aim to help you get over

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the “hump” each week with our new Wheels of Deals discount night. Every Wednesday save a little dough on entertainment at The Wharf, like our Ferris Wheel and Mini Golf, and smile a bit brighter into the weekend. The Deal Wheel will be spun each week to reveal the day’s discount offer and location. Everyone appreciates a deal and we appreciate YOU, so it’s nice to show that appreciation by lessening the bruise to your bank account.

Happy thrifting!

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com 4th of July - Mobile (Free) 7:00 PM Cooper Riverside Park, Mobile, 36602 Come out listen to patriotic songs performed by the Mobile Pops, enjoy a picnic, enjoy scenic Downtown Mobile...best of all celebrate the 242st birthday of our nation! Schedule-7 p.m.- Mobile Pops .m.- Fireworks www.ncsmobile.org City of Fairhope Fourth of July Concert & Fireworks 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Fairhope Municipal Pier, Fairhope, 36532 The City of Fairhope will host its annual Fourth of July Concert & Fireworks display again this year on Wednesday, July 4th in Henry George Park and the Fairhope Municipal Pier. The Baldwin Pops Band Independence Day Concert will begin at 7:00 p.m. in Henry George Park. A variety of patriotic music will be played before and during the fireworks display. The Fairhope fireworks display will begin at approximately 9 p.m.

251-929-1466 4th of July on the Fantail (Adults: $50. Children: $25) 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM, USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Pkwy Mobile, 36602 Enjoy an evening aboard the USS ALABAMA as we celebrate July 4th. Live music, barbeque, specialty cocktail, ice cream buffet and more. Children receive an autograph copy of our children’s story book “Hooray for the Mighty A.” 251-433-2703 City of Gulf Shores Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration 9:00 PM Gulf State Park Fishing Pier, 20800 East Beach Boulevard Gulf Shores, 36542 The City of Gulf Shores will celebrate the Fourth of July with a stunning fireworks display www.gulfshores.com

Thursday July 5

Teen Breakout 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Teen Breakout for ages 13 - 18 in the Activity Room.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Fairhope Farmer’s Market 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Behind the Fairhope Library, Fairhope, 36532 Fairhope Farmer’s Market. The Market will offer fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, local honey, plants, fresh cut flowers and more. The Fairhope Public Library will be holding story times and children’s activities at 4:00pm each Thursday at the Market.

251-929-1466 www.cofairhope.com Teen Salvage Party (Free) 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Come to the Maker Space and take apart a thing! Learn how electronic devices are put together and what makes them tick. Using tools (and safety equipment) provided by the Maker Space, teens deconstruct and sometimes reconstruct various

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FamilyCalendar machines including computers, printers, televisions, microwave ovens, or whatever other donated electronics we have on hand. Ages 13 - 18.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Circus on Main (Admission is Free; some activities may have prices varying from $5-$10) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 Balloon Artist, Stilt Walker, Magician, Face Painter and Train Rides 251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Ice Cream Social 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Spanish Fort Library, 7361 Spanish Fort Boulevard Spanish Fort, 36527 2nd Annual Ice Cream Social. Join us for free ice cream, local entertainment and old-fashioned family fun!

Free Family Movie Night

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8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm). Snack vendor will be on site during movies. Bring your own folding chairs or beach towels for seating and bug spray, just in case. Admission is free, but please no pets, grills or glass allowed. Weather permitting! July 5 Frozen townofdauphinisland.org Glow in the Park Summer Movie Series (Free) 8:00 PM Fairhope Community Park, 105 South Church

Street Fairhope, 36532 The City of Fairhope returns with the 4th Annual “Glow in the Park Summer Movie Series,” guaranteed to light up your summer nights with three free family movies at Fairhopers Community Park on the first Thursdays in June, July, and August.

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Friday July 6

Childrens Movie (Free) 10:30 AM Daphne Public Library, 2607 US-98 Daphne, 36526 Join us for a movie.

251-621-2818 www.daphnelibrary.org Art and Coloring Class (Free) 1:00 PM Daphne Public Library, 2607 US-98 Daphne, 36526 Art and Coloring Class 251-621-2818 www.daphnelibrary.org First Friday Art Walk 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Downtown Fairhope, Fairhope, 36521 Fairhope First Friday Art Walk Visit our local merchants in Downtown Fairhope as they open late and highlight the art community. Art Walk happens every first Friday of each month from 6-8 p.m.

Dancin’ in the Street DJ Night 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 There’s no better place to safely dance in the streets than at The Wharf on Friday and Saturday nights! We’ll kick off the weekend right with a boogie-worthy block party all along Main Street. DJ Matt will be in full effect, spinning those tail-feather shaking tunes while Starla the Starfish mascot salsas her way down Main. Partake in games AND win prizes.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

Free Family Movie Night (Free) 8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm).

Snack vendor will be on site during movies. Bring your own folding chairs or beach towels for seating and bug spray, just in case. Admission is free, but please no pets, grills or glass allowed. Weather permitting! Movie Schedule - July 6 Zootopia townofdauphinisland.org

Saturday July 7

Magic the Gathering Card Games (Free) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Card trading Games featuring Magic the Gathering. Bring your own deck of cards or use one of ours. For ages 9 - adult.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Dancin’ in the Street DJ Night 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 There’s no better place to safely dance in the streets than at The Wharf on Friday and Saturday nights! We’ll kick off the weekend right with a boogie-worthy block party all along Main Street. DJ Matt will be in full effect, spinning those tail-feather shaking tunes while Starla the Starfish mascot salsas her way down Main. Partake in games AND win prizes.

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Sunday July 8

Pepsi Pirate Party (Free) The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 Bring ye crew down to The Wharf on Sundays throughout summer for a swashbuckling good time! We will add a little oomph to our pal Stinky’s tale by incorporating

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Monday July 9

Card Making Class (Free) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Spanish Fort Library, 7361 Spanish Fort Blvd Spanish Fort, 36527 Card Making Class. Sign up on eventbrite. Space is limited.

251-410-7323 www.spanishfortpubliclibrary.org Summer Reading Finale (Free) 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM, Daphne Civic Center, 2603 US-98 Daphne, 36526 Join us for the summer reading finale.

251-621-2818 www.daphnelibrary.org Sparks After Dark Fireworks Show (Free) 8:45 PM The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 The Sparks After Dark fireworks show will flash to life again this summer! You’ll have a weekly chance to catch the high-flying flickers in action.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

Tuesday July 10

Tween Snap Circuits 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Tween Snap Circuits for ages 9 - 12 in the Activity Room.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Tween Minecraft 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Tween Minecraft computer and coding game for ages 9 - 12 years is held every Tuesday in the Computer Lab. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Kids Night (Free but some activities may have prices varying

from $5-$10)

5:30 PM The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 We are bringing back Kids Night weekly at The Wharf, focusing purely on the little ones. Family-friendly and safe, this celebration of youth will take place each Tuesday in Palm Plaza right next to the Ferris Wheel. DJ Matt will provide the jams while you get into the groove with face painting, prize giveaways, games, a bouncy house, and much more!

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Teen Minecraft 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Teen Minecraft computer and coding game for ages 13 - 18 years is held every Tuesday in the Computer Lab. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ 5 Rivers Outdoor Adventure Club Night (Free) 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard Spanish Fort, 36527 Free, everyone is welcome. Meet and mingle with local outdoor enthusiasts and enjoy monthly programs. 7pm-8pm; Mobile Bay Audubon Society 251-625-0814 www.outdooralabama.com/activities/5rivers-alabama-delta-resource-center Fantasy Island Toys Craft Classes Fantasy Island Toys, 335 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Create some summer fun and join our activity classes! Parents and caregivers are encouraged to stay and watch the creativity unfold! Classes usually last 30 minutes to an hour. Spots fill quickly and sign up fees must be paid at the time of registration. All of our activities only cost $5.00 per child and they generally last

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Wednesday July 11

Wonderful Wednesdays at Bellingrath Gardens and Home 10:30 AM Bellingrath Gardens and Home, 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road Theodore, 36582 Serving utensils are designed to cut, spear, scoop, grasp, spread, strain and transfer food from plates, trays, platters and bowls. Over the years, the original purpose of many of these uniquely designed pieces has been lost or forgotten. Tom McGehee, Curator of the Bellingrath Museum Home, will help us decode some of the mysteries of Mrs. Bellingrath’s silver serving pieces. If you have a mystery piece at home, bring it – he may be able to determine what it is!

251-459-8973 bellingrath.org Wheel of Deals Wednesday at the Wharf (Free) 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 We aim to help you get over the “hump” each week with our new Wheels of Deals discount night. Every Wednesday save a little dough on entertainment at The Wharf, like our Ferris Wheel and Mini Golf, and smile a bit brighter into the weekend. The Deal Wheel will be spun each week to reveal the day’s discount offer and location. Everyone appreciates a deal and we appreciate YOU, so it’s nice to show that appreciation by lessening the bruise to your bank account.

Happy thrifting!

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Blue Marlin Grand Championship 7:00 PM The Wharf , 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 7pm: Wharf Street Party and Billfish Boat Show on Main Street; 9pm: Miss Billfish Contest on Tournament Stage 251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

Thursday July 12

Teen Altoid Tin Flashlights (Free) 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Teen Altoid Tin Flashlights for ages 13 - 18 in the Maker Space. Learn basic circuitry making tiny flashlights from old altiods tins!

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/

Arts at the Market 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermans Market, 20733 Miflin Road Foley, 36535 We can’t wait to see you for our “Arts at the Market” every second Thursday of the month. We have a wide variety of talented Artists that will have their work on display for you and we can’t wait to share more about them! We will have 30 artists, food and live music! visitfoley.com Fairhope Farmer’s Market 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Behind the Fairhope Library, Fairhope, 36532 Fairhope Farmer’s Market. The Market will offer fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, local honey, plants, fresh cut flowers and more. The Fairhope Public Library will be holding story times and children’s activities at 4:00pm each Thursday at the Market.

251-929-1466 www.cofairhope.com Tween Snap Circuits (Free) 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Make small electronic machines that safely teach the basics of circuitry. For ages 9 - 12 in the Activity Room.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Circus on Main (Admission is Free; some activities may have prices varying from $5-$10) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 Fire Act, Train Rides, Face Painter and Aerial Artist 251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Free Family Movie Night (Free) 8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm).

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Fantasy Island Toys Craft Classes Fantasy Island Toys, 335 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Create some summer fun and join our activity classes! Parents and caregivers are encouraged to stay and watch the creativity unfold! Classes usually last 30 minutes to an hour. Spots fill quickly and sign up fees must be paid at the time of registration. All of our activities only cost $5.00 per child and they generally last around 30 to 45 minutes. Times: 11:00am and 1:00pm.

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Frozen Treat Fridays ($10 per person) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, History Museum of Mobile, 111 South Royal Street Mobile, 36608 Join us for Frozen Treat Fridays at the History Museum of Mobile! Each Frozen Treat Friday will include a hands-on craft activity, a tour of the Ice Age Imperials Exhibition, and frozen treat from Kona Ice Coastal Alabama!

251-208-7569 www.historymuseumofmobile.com Childrens Movie (Free) 10:30 AM Daphne Public Library, 2607 US-98 Daphne, 36526 Join us for a movie.

251-621-2818 www.daphnelibrary.org Art and Coloring Class (Free) 1:00 PM Daphne Public Library, 2607 US-98 Daphne, 36526 Art and Coloring Class 251-621-2818 www.daphnelibrary.org Dancin’ in the Street DJ Night 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 There’s no better place to safely dance in the streets than at The Wharf on Friday and Saturday nights!

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Saturday July 14

Roy Martin Young Anglers Tournament 5:00 AM 531 Lemoyne Drive Dauphin Island , 36528 The Roy Martin Young Anglers Tournament is designed to bring families together and encourage sportsmanship.

RMYAT is for children 15 years and younger and it typically attracts more than 1500 young anglers.The oneday event features 31 categories with prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes in all categories. One Master Angler is awarded. All participants receive a Zeigler hot dog, a Coca Cola, a Blue Bell ice cream, and a certificate. www.adsfr.com/rmyat.html Blue Marlin Miler – Benefiting St. Judes Children’s Hospital 7:30 AM The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 Join us for the inaugural Blue Marlin Miler, held during the Blue Marlin Grand Championship at The Wharf in Orange Beach to benefit St. Judes Childrens Hospital. www.stjude.org/get-involved/find-an-event/dinners-andgalas/blue-marlin-grand-championship.html Summer Stories Series (Free) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Spanish Fort Library, 7361 Spanish Fort Blvd Spanish Fort, 36527 Mary Ardis will work with young writers to write their own stories, including a takeaway of an art book that they will make during the session.

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Prodisee Pantry’s Cupcake Challenge ($5 for Adults

Children 12 & under are free)

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 9315 Spanish Fort Boulevard Spanish Fort, 36527 You are invited to Prodisee Pantry’s Cupcake Challenge Saturday July 14th, 2018 at 2pm Tasting & Voting for People’s Choice Award Celebrating 15 years of filing the plates of our neighbors in need!

251-626-1720 Dancin’ in the Street DJ Night 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 There’s no better place to safely dance in the streets than at The Wharf on Friday and Saturday nights! We’ll kick off the weekend right with a boogie-worthy block party all along Main Street. DJ Matt will be in full effect, spinning those tail-feather shaking tunes while Starla the Starfish mascot salsas her way down Main. Partake in games AND win prizes.

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Sunday July 15

Pepsi Pirate Party (Free) The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 We will add a little oomph to our pal Stinky’s tale by incorporating Pepsi giveaways and beach balls, doubloons, a bubble machine and many more treasures.

“An Epic Pirate Adventure” presented by the lovely folks at Pepsi will play during both Spectra Sound and Light Spectacular viewing times. Come immerse yourself in this interactive experience of music, choreographed lighting and special effects. Dress up in your best buccaneer attire and come get shipwrecked with us along Main Street! Spectra showings occur at 8:30pm and 9:00pm 251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

Monday July 16

Moonlight Chassé Ballroom Dance Society ($7 for

members and $10 for non-members)

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Whispering Pines Road Daphne, 36526 Moonlight Chassé Ballroom Dance Society is open to the public for dancing every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. Live music is featured for dancing Cha Cha Cha, Swing (West Coast and East Coast), Rumba, Waltz, Salsa, Argentine Tango, Bolero, American Tango, etc. Moonlight Chassé Ballroom Dance Society offers an enjoyable evening of dance, live music, fun, friendship, A partner is not required to participate in the dancing experience. Find us on Facebook.

251-377-4069 Sparks After Dark Fireworks Show (Free) 8:45 PM The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 The Sparks After Dark fireworks show will flash to life again this summer! You’ll have a weekly chance to catch the high-flying flickers in action.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

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FamilyCalendar Tuesday July 17

5 Rivers StoryTime (Free) 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard Spanish Fort, 36527 The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month is StoryTime at 5 Rivers. This week’s story is about birds! Children under the age of 6 are welcome to stop by for a reading of “Johnny Longlegs: A Tale of Big Birds” followed by arts and crafts.

251-625-0814 www.outdooralabama.com/activities/5rivers-alabama-delta-resource-center Tween Perler Beads (Free) 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Use Perler beads and an iron to create 8-bit masterpieces of your favorite Pokemon or other video game characters! Perler Beads is for ages 9 - 12 in the Activity Room.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Tween Minecraft 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Tween Minecraft computer and coding game for ages 9 - 12 years is held every Tuesday in the Computer Lab. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Kids Night (Free but some activities may have prices varying

from $5-$10)

5:30 PM The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 We are bringing back Kids Night weekly at The Wharf, focusing purely on the little ones. Family-friendly and safe, this celebration of youth will take place each Tuesday in Palm Plaza right next to the Ferris Wheel. DJ Matt will provide the jams while you get into the groove with face painting, prize giveaways, games, a bouncy house, and much more!

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Teen Minecraft 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Teen Minecraft computer and coding game for ages 13 - 18 years is held every Tuesday in the Computer Lab. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Fort Morgan: Tuesday Evening Living History Tour ($10) 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Fort Morgan, 51 AL-180 Gulf Shores, 36542 Historical Interpreters portray soldiers that occupied this fort from various periods and tell about the lives of the soldiers during the Fort’s most active years. demonstrations of small arms drills will occur throughout the evening as well as the firing of one of the fort’s artillery pieces at the conclusion of the tour.

251-540-7127 www.fort-morgan.org PAW Patrol Live!

The Great Pirate Adventure 6:00 PM Mobile Civic Center, 401 Civic Center Drive Mobile, 36602 PAW Patrol Live! sets sail with a new pirate adventure! www.mobilecivicctr. com Fantasy Island Toys Craft Classes

($5.00)

Fantasy Island Toys, 335 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 In this class, we will use Kwik Stix paint sticks to create our masterpieces.

We will study the works of some famous artists to get inspiration! Everyone will get their own 6pc Kwik Stix set

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Wednesday July 18

Camp Girl 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Art House, 1100 Dauphin Street Mobile, 36604 Camp Girl is a day of empowering fun for fifth through seventh grade girls looking to develop essential skills. Science experiments, crafting, team building exercises and other exciting activities will help the girls learn through involvement and creativity. www.focuswc.com Wonderful Wednesdays at Bellingrath Gardens and Home 10:30 AM Bellingrath Gardens and Home, 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road Theodore, 36582 Designer Catherine Arensberg of “simple honest.design.” is passionate about designing luxurious spaces on real life budgets.

She will show you how to create outdoor living spaces that are natural extensions of your home’s interior design and reflect how you and your family live.

251-459-8973 bellingrath.org Wheel of Deals Wednesday at the Wharf (Free) 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 We aim to help you get over the “hump” each week with our new Wheels of Deals discount night. Every Wednesday save a little dough on entertainment at The Wharf, like our Ferris Wheel and Mini Golf, and smile a bit brighter into the weekend. The Deal Wheel will be spun each week to reveal the day’s discount offer and location. Everyone appreciates a deal and we appreciate YOU, so it’s nice to show that appreciation by lessening the bruise to your bank account.

Happy thrifting!

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure 6:00 PM Mobile Civic Center, 401 Civic Center Drive Mobile, 36602 PAW Patrol Live! sets sail with a new pirate adventure! www.mobilecivicctr.com

Thursday July 19

Fairhope Farmer’s Market 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Behind the Fairhope Library, Fairhope, 36532 Fairhope Farmer’s Market. The Market will offer fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, local honey, plants, fresh cut flowers and more. The Fairhope Public Library will be holding story times and children’s activities at 4:00pm each Thursday at the Market.

251-929-1466 www.cofairhope.com FREE Hearing Screening 1:00 - 4:00pm, Eastern Shore ENT Clinic, Thomas Medical Center, 27961 U.S. Highway 98, Suite 11, Daphne, AL 36526 251-928-0300 Circus on Main (Admission is Free; some activities may have

prices varying from $5-$10)

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 Fire Act, Train Rides, Face Painter and Aerial Artist 251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Free Family Movie Night (Free) 8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm).

Snack vendor will be on site during movies. Bring your own folding chairs or beach towels for seating and bug spray, just in case. Admission is free, but please no pets, grills or glass allowed. Weather permitting! Movie - Home townofdauphinisland.org

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Fantasy Island Toys Craft Classes ($5.00) Fantasy Island Toys, 335 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 In this class, we will use Kwik Stix paint sticks to create our masterpieces. We will study the works of some famous artists to get inspiration! Everyone will get their own 6pc Kwik Stix set to use and take home!

Times: 11:00am, 1:00pm 251-928-1720 www.fantasyislandtoys.com

Friday July 20

Theatre 98 presents “The Skin of Our Teeth” 7:30 AM Theatre 98, 350 Morphy Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Theatre 98 featuring “The Skin of Our Teeth” by Thornton Wilder. Meet George and Maggie Antrobus (married only 5,000 years); their two children, Gladys and Henry (perfect in every way!); and their maid Sabina (the ageless vamp) as they overcome ice, flood, and war -- by the skin of their teeth.

251-928-4366 www.theatre98.org Childrens Movie (Free) 10:30 AM Daphne Public Library, 2607 US-98 Daphne, 36526 Join us for a movie.

251-621-2818 www.daphnelibrary.org Art and Coloring Class (Free) 1:00 PM Daphne Public Library, 2607 US-98 Daphne, 36526 Art and Coloring Class 251-621-2818 www.daphnelibrary.org Dancin’ in the Street DJ Night 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 There’s no better place to safely dance in the streets than at The Wharf on Friday and Saturday nights! We’ll kick off the weekend right with a boogie-worthy block party all along Main Street. DJ Matt will be in full effect, spinning those tail-feather shaking tunes while Starla the Starfish mascot salsas her way down Main. Partake in games AND win prizes.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Free Family Movie Night (Free) 8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm).

Snack vendor will be on site during movies. Bring your own folding chairs or beach towels for seating and bug spray, just in case. Admission is free, but please no pets, grills or glass allowed. Weather permitting! Movie - Rio townofdauphinisland.org Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo 531 Lemoyne Drive Dauphin Island , 36528 The 85th Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo will be held July 20-22, 2018. The ADSFR is a 3-day Captain’s Choice tournament and a Southern Kingfish Association (SKA) sanctioned event. The total awards package is valued up to one million dollars in cash and prizes and anchored by a boat, motor, and trailer packages. The ADSFR has donated over $200,000 to the University of South Alabama Department of Marine Sciences and annually funds academic scholarships. www.adsfr.com

Saturday July 21

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251-928-4366 www.theatre98.org Yellowstone National Park Story-time 10:00 AM Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Yellowstone National Park Story Time for ages 5—12 in the Activity Room.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Dancin’ in the Street DJ Night 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 There’s no better place to safely dance in the streets than at The Wharf on Friday and Saturday nights! We’ll kick off the weekend right with a boogie-worthy block party all along Main Street. DJ Matt will be in full effect, spinning those tail-feather shaking tunes while Starla the Starfish mascot salsas her way down Main. Partake in games AND win prizes.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Back to School with Red, White & Blue Fairhope United Methodist Church , 155 South Section Street Fairhope, 36532 The annual “Back to School with Red, White & Blue” event has just been scheduled for its third year in which we expect to surpass 1,000 students assisted overall! The program has been designed to help struggling families obtain many of the necessities needed to get their kids back into the classroom. Last year we provided: Book bags and school supplies, School uniforms (two per student), Haircuts, Sports Physicals, Emergency / ID / Fingerprint cards. Additionally, we had a lot of fun with: Water slides, Fun with Art, Reading Tent Face Painting and Cook-out and positive interaction with local law enforcement officers and firefighters 251-928-1148 www.fairhopeumc.org Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo 531 Lemoyne Drive Dauphin Island , 36528 The 85th Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo will be held July 20-22, 2018. The ADSFR is a 3-day Captain’s Choice tournament and a Southern Kingfish Association (SKA) sanctioned event. The total awards package is valued up to one million dollars in cash and prizes and anchored by a boat, motor, and trailer packages. www.adsfr.com

Sunday July 22

Theatre 98 presents “The Skin of Our Teeth” 2:30 PM Theatre 98, 350 Morphy Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Theatre 98 featuring “The Skin of Our Teeth” by

Thornton Wilder. Meet George and Maggie Antrobus (married only 5,000 years); their two children, Gladys and Henry (perfect in every way!); and their maid Sabina (the ageless vamp) as they overcome ice, flood, and war -- by the skin of their teeth.

251-928-4366 www.theatre98.org Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo 531 Lemoyne Drive Dauphin Island , 36528 The 85th Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo will be held July 20-22, 2018. The ADSFR is a 3-day Captain’s Choice tournament and a Southern Kingfish Association (SKA) sanctioned event. The total awards package is valued up to one million dollars in cash and prizes and anchored by a boat, motor, and trailer packages. The ADSFR has donated over $200,000 to the University of South Alabama Department of Marine Sciences and annually funds academic scholarships. www.adsfr.com Pepsi Pirate Party (Free) The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 Bring ye crew down to The Wharf on Sundays throughout summer for a swashbuckling good time! We will add a little oomph to our pal Stinky’s tale by incorporating

Pepsi giveaways and beach balls, doubloons, a bubble machine and many more treasures. “An Epic Pirate Adventure” presented by the lovely folks at Pepsi will play during both Spectra Sound and Light Spectacular viewing times. Come immerse yourself in this interactive experience of music, choreographed lighting and special effects. Dress up in your best buccaneer attire and come get shipwrecked with us along Main Street! Spectra showings occur at 8:30pm and 9:00pm 251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

36561 The Sparks After Dark fireworks show will flash to life again this summer! You’ll have a weekly chance to catch the high-flying flickers in action.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

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Tuesday July 24

FREE Hearing Screening 8:30am - Noon, Eastern Shore ENT Clinic, Thomas Medical Center, 27961 U.S. Highway 98, Suite 11, Daphne, AL 36526.

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Gulf State Park Shark Week 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Gulf State Park, 20115 Alabama 135 Gulf Shores, 36542 Join us for a week of games, actvities, crafts and education all dedicated to sharks! www.alapark.com/gulf-state-park

Gulf State Park Shark Week 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Gulf State Park, 20115 Alabama 135 Gulf Shores, 36542 Join us for a week of games, actvities, crafts and education all dedicated to sharks! www.alapark.com/gulf-state-park

Sparks After Dark Fireworks Show (Free) 8:45 PM The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach,

Tween Minecraft 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope

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FamilyCalendar Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Tween Minecraft computer and coding game for ages 9 - 12 years is held every Tuesday in the Computer Lab. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Kids Night (Free but some activities may have prices varying

from $5-$10)

5:30 PM The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 We are bringing back Kids Night weekly at The Wharf, focusing purely on the little ones. Family-friendly and safe, this celebration of youth will take place each Tuesday in Palm Plaza right next to the Ferris Wheel. DJ Matt will provide the jams while you get into the groove with face painting, prize giveaways, games, a bouncy house, and much more!

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Teen Minecraft 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Teen Minecraft computer and coding game for ages 13 - 18 years is held every Tuesday in the Computer Lab. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Fort Morgan: Tuesday Evening Living History Tour ($10) 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Fort Morgan, 51 AL-180 Gulf Shores, 36542 Historical Interpreters portray soldiers that occupied this fort from various periods and tell about the lives of the soldiers during the Fort’s most active years. demonstrations of small arms drills will occur throughout the evening as well as the firing of one of the fort’s artillery pieces at the conclusion of the tour.

251-540-7127 www.fort-morgan.org Fantasy Island Toys Craft Classes ($5.00) Fantasy Island Toys, 335 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Cute Clay Confections. Times 11:00am, 1:00pm 251-928-1720 www.fantasyislandtoys.com

Wednesday July 25

Wonderful Wednesdays at Bellingrath Gardens and Home 10:30 AM Bellingrath Gardens and Home, 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road Theodore, 36582 Go behind the scenes of Bellingrath’s famous Magic Christmas in Lights show and learn how you can create your own magic from our experts. Guests may select a snowman, stocking or star metal frame created by our team and then learn how to attach lights to decorate the piece. All materials will be supplied and are included in the cost of the program.

251-459-8973 bellingrath.org Gulf State Park Shark Week 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Gulf State Park, 20115 Alabama 135 Gulf Shores, 36542 Join us for a week of games, actvities, crafts and education all dedicated to sharks! www.alapark.com/gulf-state-park Wheel of Deals Wednesday at the Wharf (Free) 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 We aim to help you get over the “hump” each week with our new Wheels of Deals discount night. Every Wednesday save a little dough on entertainment at The Wharf, like our Ferris Wheel and Mini Golf, and smile a bit brighter into the weekend. The Deal Wheel will be spun each week to reveal the day’s discount offer and location. Everyone appreciates a deal and we appreciate YOU, so it’s nice to show that appreciation by lessening the bruise to your bank account.

Happy thrifting!

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

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down Main. Partake in games AND win prizes.

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Gulf State Park Shark Week 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Gulf State Park, 20115 Alabama 135 Gulf Shores, 36542 Join us for a week of games, actvities, crafts and education all dedicated to sharks! www.alapark.com/gulf-state-park

Free Family Movie Night (Free) 8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm).

Snack vendor will be on site during movies. Bring your own folding chairs or beach towels for seating and bug spray, just in case. Admission is free, but please no pets, grills or glass allowed. Weather permitting! Movie - Sing townofdauphinisland.org

Teen Yoga 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Teen Yoga for ages 13 - 18 in the Activity Room.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/

Saturday July 28

3D Printer Class 4:15 PM Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 3D Printer Class for ages 13 - adult in the Computer Lab. 251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Domehead Science: Wild Weather, Sharknado, & Alan Sealls (General admission is $10 for adults or children.

Member admission pricing is $8 for adults or children.)

6:00 PM Exploreum, 65 Government Street Mobile, 36602 “Weather- Wild, Weird, or What?!” Followed by a FREE viewing of “Sharknado” in the IMAX theater. www.exploreum.com Free Family Movie Night (Free) 8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm).

Snack vendor will be on site during movies. Bring your own folding chairs or beach towels for seating and bug spray, just in case. Admission is free, but please no pets, grills or glass allowed. Weather permitting! Movie - Finding Nemo townofdauphinisland.org Fantasy Island Toys Craft Classes ($5.00) Fantasy Island Toys, 335 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Cute Clay Confections. Times 11:00am, 1:00pm 251-928-1720 www.fantasyislandtoys.com

Friday July 27

Theatre 98 presents “The Skin of Our Teeth” 7:30 AM Theatre 98, 350 Morphy Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Theatre 98 featuring “The Skin of Our Teeth” by Thornton Wilder. Meet George and Maggie Antrobus (married only 5,000 years); their two children, Gladys and Henry (perfect in every way!); and their maid Sabina (the ageless vamp) as they overcome ice, flood, and war -- by the skin of their teeth.

251-928-4366 www.theatre98.org Childrens Movie (Free) 10:30 AM Daphne Public Library, 2607 US-98 Daphne, 36526 Join us for a movie.

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251-928-4366 www.theatre98.org Lil Whit Meet and Greet 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Whit’s Frozen Custard of Daphne, 1204 Main Street Fairhope, 36526 Lil Whit will bring a fun kids flavor, and he will be handing out balloons and taking pictures. Please join us for this fun event.

Dancin’ in the Street DJ Night 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 There’s no better place to safely dance in the streets than at The Wharf on Friday and Saturday nights! We’ll kick off the weekend right with a boogie-worthy block party all along Main Street. DJ Matt will be in full effect, spinning those tail-feather shaking tunes while Starla the Starfish mascot salsas her way down Main. Partake in games AND win prizes.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

Sunday July 29

Theatre 98 presents “The Skin of Our Teeth” 2:30 PM Theatre 98, 350 Morphy Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Theatre 98 featuring “The Skin of Our Teeth” by Thornton Wilder. Meet George and Maggie Antrobus (married only 5,000 years); their two children, Gladys and Henry (perfect in every way!); and their maid Sabina (the ageless vamp) as they overcome ice, flood, and war -- by the skin of their teeth.

251-928-4366 www.theatre98.org Sunset Concert - Mojazz 6:00 PM West End Beach, Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Sunset Concert featuring Mojazz. townofdauphinisland.org Pepsi Pirate Party (Free)

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Monday July 30

Glow in the Park Summer Movie Series (Free) 8:00 PM Fairhope Community Park, 105 South Church Street Fairhope, 36532 The City of Fairhope returns with the 4th Annual “Glow in the Park Summer Movie Series,” guaranteed to light up your summer nights with three free family movies at Fairhopers Community Park on the first Thursdays in June, July, and August.

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251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

Tuesday July 31

21st Annual Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Professional Rodeo

Children’s Ice Cream Party 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Daphne Public Library, 2607 US-98 Daphne, 36526 Join us for an ice cream party.

251-621-2818 www.daphnelibrary.org Tween Duct Tape Crafts 2:00 PM Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Tween Duct Tape Crafts for ages 9 - 12 in the Activity Room.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Tween Minecraft 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Tween Minecraft computer and coding game for ages 9 - 12 years is held every Tuesday in the Computer Lab. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Kids Night (Free but some activities may have prices varying

from $5-$10)

5:30 PM The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 We are bringing back Kids Night weekly at The Wharf, focusing purely on the little ones. Family-friendly and safe, this celebration of youth will take place each Tuesday in Palm Plaza right next to the Ferris Wheel. DJ Matt will provide the jams while you get into the groove with face painting, prize giveaways, games, a bouncy house, and much more!

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Teen Minecraft 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Teen Minecraft computer and coding game for ages 13 - 18 years is held every Tuesday in the Computer Lab. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Fort Morgan: Tuesday Evening Living History Tour ($10) 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Fort Morgan, 51 AL-180 Gulf Shores, 36542 Historical Interpreters portray soldiers that occupied this fort from various periods and tell about the lives of the soldiers during the Fort’s most active years. demonstrations of small arms drills will occur throughout the evening as well as the firing of one of the fort’s artillery pieces at the conclusion of the tour.

251-540-7127 www.fort-morgan.org Fantasy Island Toys Craft Classes ($5.00) Fantasy Island Toys, 335 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Slime Science In-Store Activity is for ages 6 and up! Times: 11:00am and 1:00pm 251-928-1720 www.fantasyislandtoys.com

Thursday August 2 Free Family Movie Night (Free) 8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm).

Snack vendor will be on site during movies. Bring your own folding chairs or beach towels for seating and bug spray, just in case. Admission is free, but please no

($15 adults, $8 children (ages 3-12), Kids 2 and under are free. Reserved Preferred Seating: $35)

8:00 PM Foley Horse Arena, 113 East Rosetta Avenue Foley, 36535 The 21st Annual Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Professional Rodeo returns to the City of Foley Horse Arena August 2nd-4th. Come and watch some of the nation’s professional cowgirls and cowboys compete for top prize money. Scheduled competition events include bareback and saddle bronc riding, bull riding, calf roping, breakaway roping, steer wrestling, team roping and barrel racing. A big-time rodeo, with a small town feeling with all new Rodeo entertainment, reserved preferred seating options, and a Kids Zone – there’s fun for the whole family!

251-971-3633 PeerHelpers.org Fantasy Island Toys Craft Classes ($5.00) Fantasy Island Toys, 335 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Slime Science In-Store Activity is for ages 6 and up! Times: 11:00am and 1:00pm 251-928-1720 www.fantasyislandtoys.com

Friday August 3

Theatre 98 presents “The Skin of Our Teeth” 7:30 AM Theatre 98, 350 Morphy Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Theatre 98 featuring “The Skin of Our Teeth”

by Thornton Wilder. Meet George and Maggie Antrobus (married only 5,000 years); their two children, Gladys and Henry (perfect in every way!); and their maid Sabina (the ageless vamp) as they overcome ice, flood, and war -- by the skin of their teeth.

251-928-4366 www.theatre98.org Art and Coloring Class (Free) 1:00 PM Daphne Public Library, 2607 US-98 Daphne, 36526 Art and Coloring Class 251-621-2818 www.daphnelibrary.org First Friday Art Walk 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Downtown Fairhope, Fairhope, 36521 Fairhope First Friday Art Walk Visit our local merchants in Downtown Fairhope as they open late and highlight the art community. Art Walk happens every first Friday of each month from 6-8 p.m.

Dancin’ in the Street DJ Night 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 There’s no better place to safely dance in the streets than at The Wharf on Friday and Saturday nights! We’ll kick off the weekend right with a boogie-worthy block party all along Main Street. DJ Matt will be in full effect, spinning those tail-feather shaking tunes while Starla the Starfish mascot salsas her way down Main. Partake in games AND win prizes.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

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South Baldwin Community Theater presents “The Lion King Jr.” (Adults $15.00 Students $9.95)

7:30 PM South Baldwin Community Theater, 2022 West 2nd Street Gulf Shores, 36542 Disney’s The Lion King has captivated the imagination of audiences around the world and nowthis one-of-a-kind musical of the African savannah comes to life on stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle . . . and back again, in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale. sbct.biz 21st Annual Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Professional Rodeo ($15 adults, $8 children (ages 3-12), Kids 2 and under are free. Reserved Preferred Seating: $35)

8:00 PM Foley Horse Arena, 113 East Rosetta Avenue Foley, 36535 The 21st Annual Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Professional Rodeo returns to the City of Foley Horse Arena August 2nd-4th. Come and watch some of the nation’s professional cowgirls and cowboys compete for top prize money. Scheduled competition events include bareback and saddle bronc riding, bull riding, calf roping, breakaway roping, steer wrestling, team roping and barrel racing.

A big-time rodeo, with a small town feeling with all new Rodeo entertainment, reserved preferred seating options, and a Kids Zone – there’s fun for the whole family!

251-971-3633 PeerHelpers.org Free Family Movie Night (Free) 8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm). Snack vendor will be on site during movies. Bring your own folding chairs or beach towels for seating and bug spray, just in case. Admission is free, but please no pets, grills or glass allowed.

Weather permitting! Movie - Finding Dory townofdauphinisland.org

Saturday August 4

Commemoration of the Battle of Mobile Bay Event 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Fort Morgan, 51 AL-180 Gulf Shores, 36542 A one day living history event commemorating the events that happened at Mobile Bay August 5-23, 1864. The fort will come to life with drills and demonstrations of artillery by historical interpreters.

251-540-7127 www.fort-morgan.org 21st Annual Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Professional Rodeo ($15 adults, $8 children (ages 3-12),

Kids 2 and under are free. Reserved Preferred Seating: $35)

8:00 PM Foley Horse Arena, 113 East Rosetta Avenue Foley, 36535 The 21st Annual Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Professional Rodeo returns to the City of Foley Horse Arena August 2nd-4th. Come and watch some of the nation’s professional cowgirls and cowboys compete for top prize money. Scheduled competition events include bareback and saddle bronc riding, bull riding, calf roping, breakaway roping, steer wrestling, team roping and barrel racing.

A big-time rodeo, with a small town feeling with all new Rodeo entertainment, reserved preferred seating options, and a Kids Zone – there’s fun for the whole family!

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SupportGroups Monday August 6

Founders Day at Bellingrath Gardens (Free) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Bellingrath Gardens and Home, 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road Theodore, 36582 Walter Duncan Bellingrath, founder of Bellingrath Gardens and Home, was born August 6, 1869. Join us to celebrate Mr. Bellingrath’s 149th Birthday! By tradition, on this date, free Gardens admission is offered to local residents (Mobile and Baldwin Counties).

251-459-8973 bellingrath.org Sparks After Dark Fireworks Show (Free) 8:45 PM The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 The Sparks After Dark fireworks show will flash to life again this summer! You’ll have a weekly chance to catch the high-flying flickers in action.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com

Circus on Main (Admission is Free; some activities may have prices varying from $5-$10) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 Fire Act, Train Rides, Face Painter and Aerial Artist 251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com Fantasy Island Toys Craft Classes ($5.00) Fantasy Island Toys, 335 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Squish, Squash, Sculpt In-Store Activity is for ages 5 and up! Times: 11:00am, 1:00pm 251-928-1720 www.fantasyislandtoys.com

Friday August 10

Dancin’ in the Street DJ Night 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 There’s no better place to safely

Tuesday August 7

Tween Minecraft 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Tween Minecraft computer and coding game for ages 9 - 12 years is held every Tuesday in the Computer Lab. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session. Sign up on Eventbrite.com.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/

Wednesday August 8

Wheel of Deals Wednesday at the Wharf (Free) 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM, The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road Orange Beach, 36561 We aim to help you get over the “hump” each week with our new Wheels of Deals discount night. Every Wednesday save a little dough on entertainment at The Wharf, like our Ferris Wheel and Mini Golf, and smile a bit brighter into the weekend. The Deal Wheel will be spun each week to reveal the day’s discount offer and location. Everyone appreciates a deal and we appreciate YOU, so it’s nice to show that appreciation by lessening the bruise to your bank account.

Happy thrifting!

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com A Night with the Red Planet “Mars” 7:30 PM Foley Public Library, 319 East Laurel Avenue Foley, 36535 Join us for a Mars talk and planet viewing!

Presentation by David Kriegler former Physics and Astronomy instructor from Nebraska University at Omaha.

251-943-7665 www.foleylibrary.org

Thursday August 9

Arts at the Market 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermans Market, 20733 Miflin Road Foley, 36535 We can’t wait to see you for our “Arts at the Market” every second Thursday of the month. We have a wide variety of talented Artists that will have their work on display for you and we can’t wait to share more about them! We will have 30 artists, food and live music! visitfoley.com

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Sunday August 12

South Baldwin Community Theater presents “The Lion King Jr.” (Adults $15.00 Students $9.95) 2:00 PM South Baldwin Community Theater, 2022 West 2nd Street Gulf Shores, 36542 Disney’s The Lion King has captivated the imagination of audiences around the world and nowthis one-of-a-kind musical of the African savannah comes to life on stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle . . . and back again, in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale. sbct.biz

Classes/ Meetings Alabama Pre/Post Adoption Connections (APAC) Offering Adoptive Family Support Group Meetings in Baldwin County the 2nd Thursday of each month. The meeting is held at 3 Circle Church, 10274 Highway 104, Fairhope. from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Parent, Youth/Teen group and childcare is available. Topic discussions by adoption professionals and ceu’s for foster families are offered. For more information call 251-460-2727 or 1-800-489-1886 or www.childrensaid.org. APAC also offers free counsuling services to adoptive families.

Teen Minecraft 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Teen Minecraft computer and coding game for ages 13 - 18 years is held every Tuesday in the Computer Lab. Sign-ups are required for each Minecraft session. Sign up on Eventbrite. com.

251-928-7483 www.fairhopelibrary.org/ Fantasy Island Toys Craft Classes ($5.00) Fantasy Island Toys, 335 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, 36532 Squish, Squash, Sculpt In-Store Activity is for ages 5 and up! Times: 11:00am, 1:00pm 251-928-1720 www.fantasyislandtoys.com

has captivated the imagination of audiences around the world and nowthis one-of-a-kind musical of the African savannah comes to life on stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle . . . and back again, in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale. sbct.biz

dance in the streets than at The Wharf on Friday and Saturday nights! We’ll kick off the weekend right with a boogie-worthy block party all along Main Street. DJ Matt will be in full effect, spinning those tail-feather shaking tunes while Starla the Starfish mascot salsas her way down Main. Partake in games AND win prizes.

251-224-1000 www.alwharf.com South Baldwin Community Theater presents “The Lion King Jr.” (Adults $15.00 Students $9.95) 7:30 PM South Baldwin Community Theater, 2022 West 2nd Street Gulf Shores, 36542 Disney’s The Lion King has captivated the imagination of audiences around the world and nowthis one-of-a-kind musical of the African savannah comes to life on stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle . . . and back again, in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale. sbct.biz Free Family Movie Night (Free) 8:00 PM West End Beach, End of Bienville Boulevard Dauphin Island, 36528 Free Family Movie Night at the West End Beach. Movies start at dusk (around 8pm).

Snack vendor will be on site during movies. Bring your own folding chairs or beach towels for seating and bug spray, just in case. Admission is free, but please no pets, grills or glass allowed. Weather permitting! Movie - ET townofdauphinisland.org

Saturday August 11

South Baldwin Community Theater presents “The Lion King Jr.” (Adults $15.00 Students $9.95) 7:30 PM South Baldwin Community Theater, 2022 West 2nd Street Gulf Shores, 36542 Disney’s The Lion King

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Bridge Support Group A place where parents with similar experiences come together to share stories, advice and love. These families have had babies who: were stillborn, born with a lethal anomaly (such as Trisomy 13, Trisomy 18, skeletal dysplasia, anencephaly) or had a baby that only lived in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Our families are from all over the Gulf Coast and all have beautiful stories to tell. Meets 1st Tuesday of every month, 5:30pmuntil. Dinner is served. 1st floor conference room of Strada Center, 1601 Center Street, Mobile. Contact: Rene Sprague RN, MSN rgilstrapsprague@health. southalabama.edu, 251-610-5264. Please RSVP if you plan to attend.

Celebration MOPS Fairhope (Meets During School Year Only) Celebration MOPS meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. at Celebration Church, 8180 Dyer Road, Fairhope. Childcare is provided and is included in the fees. There is an annual $23.95 MOPS International membership fee and $30 per semester. Call for info at 251-928-0343 or like us on Facebook at Facebook.com/celebrationmopsfairhopeal.

Family Center’s Positive Parenting Classes are held on Tuesday mornings 9:30-11:30 am and Responsible Parenting with focus on fathers, co-parenting and economic stability/child support are Wednesday mornings 9 am-11 am and Monday evenings 6 pm-8pm. Call 251-947-4700 to register for either class. at The Family Center is located at 22671 Hwy. 59 South, Robertsdale.

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Fairhope MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) (Meets During School Year Only) We meet 9:30 a.m.

- 11:30 a.m. every 2nd & 4th Monday (during the school year) at Fairhope United Methodist Church.

All mothers of young children are welcome. Email fairhopemops@yahoo.com for how to register.

Father Central of Daphne *Positive Fathering, A New & Improved Parenting Class Just For Men, $75 giftcard upon completion.

Mondays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Call 251-626-1610 to register, held at The Exchange Club Family Center of Baldwin County, 27365 Pollard Rd., Daphne, near the YMCA. *Chill Skills” - Anger Management by appointment. $25 giftcard upon completion. Call 251-626-1610 schedule, The Exchange Club Family Center of Baldwin County, 27365 Pollard Rd., Daphne, near the YMCA. *Nurturing Parenting, everything you need to know but were afraid to ask. Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., 12-week rotating series. Jump in on any Thursday!

Call 251-626-1610 to register, 27365 Pollard Rd, Daphne.

Shepherd’s Place (Christian Life Center) Ministry for memory & physically challenged.

Mondays & Wednesdays 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Fairhope United Methodist Church, 155 South Section Street, Fairhope. 928-1148.

SOS (Survivors of Suicide) This group is for adults who has ever lost a loved one to suicide. SOS meets the 2nd and 4th Monday of EVERY month from 6:30 to approximately 8:00 p.m. at the Fairhope United Methodist Church, 155 S. Section Street, Fairhope. The support group is facilitated by a professional and co-facilitated by two survivors.

For information, please email jlbarber5@bellsouth. net or call 251-455-6453.

South Baldwin Regional Medical Center offers the following classes: Your entire family can take part in several informative classes designed to help moms and dads

welcome their special new addition to the family with more confidence. Classes cover topics including: Having A Healthy Pregnancy Nutrition, discomforts of pregnancy, warning signs of complications, and relaxation exercises. One session. $10.

Prepared Childbirth Classes (Once a week for four weeks). Cost: $30 Week 1: Begin the Stages of Labor: The labor and delivery process, signs and stages of labor, options for coping, pain management, vaginal delivery, and relaxation exercises.

Week 2: Delivery and Cesarean Birth: A review of complications that may arise, use of special equipment, complete the stages of labor, cesarean delivery, and relaxation exercises.

Week 3: New Born and Postpartum Care: Newborn appearance, caring for the newborn, infant safety, recognizing complications, relaxation exercises, and choosing a pediatrician. What to expect after delivery, understanding the physical and emotional changes to your body, and relaxation exercises.

Week 4: The Art of Breast Feeding: The benefits of breast feeding for mother and baby, anatomy and physiology of the breast, how to breastfeed, and common difficulties. One session.

• Tiny Toes members may enroll in Yoga, Water Aerobics and Expectant Mother Exercise classes through the Snook Family YMCA. The fee is $5 a class. There is a $3 fee for child care. There is no fee if you are already a member of the YMCA. All classes are located at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center–1613 North McKenzie Street Foley. Tuesday evenings 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Classroom A. • Please plan to attend the Healthy Pregnancy Class during your first trimester and the Prepared Childbirth Classes anytime after your 24th week of pregnancy. For more information or to enroll please call the OB Educator at 949-3676 to schedule.

Gift of Life The Gift of Life is a required maternity care program for Medicaid patients or Medicaid-eligible patients.

The Gift of Life Program provides a caring system of prenatal services; education and care coordination for expectant moms and their babies. For info contact 949-3781.

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Thomas Hospital offers the following classes: Breastfeeding Class Thomas Fitness Center (Fairhope). Monthly, first Tuesday, 6 - 8 p.m. Free.

Infant CPR and Safety Class Thomas Fitness Center (Fairhope). Pre-registration required. To register call 279-1373. Saturdays, 4 - 6 p.m.

Moving Through Labor Childbirth Classes Three or four-week prepared childbirth class series which prepares the mother-to-be and her support partner for the labor and delivery experience. $30 fee for the class series.

Thomas Fitness Center, (Fairhope) Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Thomas Fitness Center (Fairhope) Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Thomas Medical Center (Daphne) Tuesdays, 6-8:30 p.m.

Thomas Medical Center (Daphne) Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.

Pre-registration required. Call 251- 279-1373 or visit www.thomashospital.com for upcoming classes and registration.

Natural Childbirth Classes, Fertility Awareness, Mother’s Comfort, Exercise and Nutrition For class schedule or information call Geralyn Piizzotti, 251- 928-9396. Yourbodyyourbirth@ bellsouth.net.

Newborn Basics Class Held on the second Monday of every month from 6 – 8 p.m. at Thomas Medical Center in Daphne. Free.

No Pre-registration required.

Pre-admission Sessions 6 p.m. at Thomas Medical Center in Daphne.

Sibling Class Thomas Hospital Fitness Center (Fairhope). Preregistration required. Call 279-1373. 10-11 a.m.

Thomas Hospital offers the following support groups for the community: Alanon (Alcoholics Anonymous) Meetings are held every Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. at The Harbor at Thomas Hospital. Call 800-4771104.

Alateen Meetings are held every Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Morphy Conference Room East Tower meeting room at Thomas Hospital. Call 391-1152 for more information.

ALS Support Group Meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month from 11 a.m. to noon at Thomas Medical Center. Call 205-937-4415 for more information.

Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support Group Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. at the Thomas Hospital Health Resource Center located at: 308 S. Greeno Road, Fairhope. Call 928-8650 for more information.

Cancer Support Group for Women Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Morphy Conference Room.

For more information, call Patti Huval at 209-1229.

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of these calendar events.

However, you should call ahead to confirm dates, times, location, and other information.

Please send your calendar events to lynn@ easternshoreparents.com!

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Incredibles 2

Jurassic World:

MPAA Rating: PG Overall: B Violence: C+ Sexual Content: A Profanity: B Alcohol / Drug Use: C+ The beloved Parr family picks up right where we left off a little over a decade ago. The Underminer (voice of John Ratzenberger) has attacked the city and the Supers’ attempts to save the day have failed... once again. And, again, that means they are considered a threat to the populace. So much so that the government has given up on their funding, and has fired Rick Dicker (Jonathan Banks), the civil servant who protected superheroes when all went wrong.

Holed up in a one-star motel, Bob Parr (voice of Craig T. Nelson), wife Helen (voice of Holly Hunter), daughter Violet (voice of Sarah Vowell), son Dash (voice of Huck Milner) and toddler Jack-Jack (voice of Eli Fucile) are dealing with the prospects of homelessness, unemployment and family friction.

Yet, there’s still hope for this incredible family. Promoter Winston Deavor and his sister Evelyn (voices of Bob Odenkirk and Catherine Keener) have a long history with Supers and feel they must be allowed to work within society. Using their marketing skills, the pair of siblings launch a PR plan that puts Helen, aka Elastigirl, on center stage as the ideal superhero.

On the downside, studies have revealed Bob is far more likely to cause collateral damage during his rescues, leading to negative headlines. So the envious husband is left at home with the kids.

Essentially flipping the former story into a Mr. Mom scenario, the movie dives into action sequences with Helen taking on a bad guy who uses TV and other screens to hypnotize the population (a tad ironic, coming from Disney, which is fast becoming the largest media company on the planet).

Meanwhile Bob deals with domestic drama. Violet’s crush on Tony (voice of Michael Bird) is being hampered by a need to keep family secrets.

Dash is frustrated with trying to learn new math from an old school dad. And after dozing off when reading a bedtime story to his son Jack-Jack (whose abilities are not completely known), the youngster wanders off and has a raucous encounter with a backyard racoon.

The divide-to-conquer scenario is similar to the first installment, only last time it was Bob who went off to hunt the villain. In both movies, the most entertaining and engaging part of the script is watching the antics happening at home. In this case, compared to the complex and abstract depiction of the foe faced by Elastigirl, switching back to Mr. Incredible dealing with the pressures of suburbia comes as comic relief in more ways than one.

Likely to attract audiences of all ages, parents may be surprised by the intensity of the violence in this movie. A secondary character is shot at point blank range (we see the gun fire but don’t see the bullet’s impact) and mom’s discovery of the villain results in a frenetic scene of Taser-like electrocutions and bright flashes that may cause sensitive audience members discomfort.

Also unexpected – and unnecessary – are a few mild profanities, including terms of deity, that just don’t fit the usual Disney/Pixar tone.

So do the positives outweigh the negatives? Fortunately, yes, but not to the same extent as the original. The Parr’s still works together, both on and off the job, and the conclusion reinforces the benefits of everyone doing their part. Likewise, there are many humorous moments, especially when Bob visits Edna Mode (once again voiced by writer/director Brad Bird) to get some parenting advice and respite care. However, the film’s unnecessary violence and profanity, along with a complicated plot, makes it far less suitable for children.

Perhaps most troubling is the overarching sense that the Parr family’s problems may represent Pixar’s own family troubles. We certainly hope this studio’s stellar track record of incredible family movies may recover and return to its former glory.

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Fallen Kingdom MPAA Rating: PG-13 Overall: BViolence: C Sexual Content: A Profanity: B Alcohol / Drug Use: B “I’m talking about man-made cataclysmic change,” warns Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) as he testifies before Congress about the implications of cloned dinosaurs. “You don’t know what it looks like ‘til you’re standing at the gates.”

If you ever wondered how playing God with the genome of extinct dinosaurs could lead to cataclysmic change, you clearly haven’t watched the first four movies in the Jurassic Park series. But that’s okay – Jurassic Park: Fallen Kingdom graphically illustrates the deadly consequences.

As the movie opens, Jurassic Park is in ruins and cloned dinosaurs roam freely on Isla Nublar and in the surrounding ocean. This pastoral paleontological paradise is now under threat because Mount Sibo, the heretofore dormant volcano, is on the verge of a major eruption which would produce an “extinction event” for all life on the island. Instead of seeing this as a “do over” for the mistake of re-introducing prehistoric animals to the modern ecosystem, dinosaur activists, led by Claire Dearing (Bryce Dallas Howard) are pressuring Congress to fund protective measures for the endangered animals. “An entire generation has grown up in a world where dinosaurs are living, breathing,” begins Claire’s earnest pitch, “But now they’re going to have to watch them go extinct. Or not.”

Claire’s determination to save the dinosaurs is matched by Benjamin Lockwood (James Cromwell), who was responsible for cloning the animals and establishing Jurassic Park. Lockwood has found a new refuge for the endangered reptiles but needs help to round them up quickly. His assistant, Eli Mills (Rafe Spall) asks Claire to persuade her old partner Owen Grady (Chris Pratt) to return to Isla Nublar with her, restart the computer tracking system on the island, and help them rescue as many creatures as possible.

Once Claire, Owen, veterinarian Zia Rodriguez (Daniella Pineda), and tech wizard Franklin Webb (Justice Webb) reach their destination, the action starts and never lets up. The volcano erupts, dinosaurs and people are shot with tranquilizer guns, humans try to outrun rampaging dinosaurs, and everyone tries to outrun the lava exploding out of the volcano.

The action slows down slightly on board ship but picks up again once they arrive at their surprise relocation site. Claire, Owen, Zia and Franklin uncover treachery, greed and (spoiler alert) a plot to genetically engineer “weaponized dinosaurs” – creatures of surpassing strength and power who respond to human commands. The geneticist enabling this conspiracy has even produced a prototype dinosaur named the Indoraptor, which is designed to hunt, track and destroy. It should come as no surprise when this dinosaur, which looks like the Jurassic version of a meth head, escapes its cage and proceeds to hunt, track and destroy.

Parents considering Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom for family viewing should take the PG-13 rating very seriously. The relentless violence and deadly peril faced by the characters make this movie unsuitable for small children. Adults may find themselves irked by paint-by-number action sequences, lazy writing, and plot holes big enough to push a T-rex through. However, teenagers looking for frenetic action, chase scenes, lots of excitement, and entertainment that brings back memories of imaginary adventures with toy dinosaurs, will likely enjoy escaping into this thrill ride in a neo-Jurassic world.

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The Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) is a joint research project between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Alabama Department of Public Health. Its purpose is to determine why some babies are born healthy and others are not in order to aid in the development and assessment of programs designed to identify high-risk pregnancies and reduce adverse pregnancy outcomes.

New mothers are randomly chosen from the state birth registry to participate in PRAMS. Surveys may be returned by mail or completed over the phone. Let your voice be heard!

“Happy to be part of this survey.”

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Moms who complete the PRAMS survey receive their choice of a cooler bag, diapers, or manicure set!

Responses are kept confidential to the extent of the law. For more information, please call us at 334-206-2923 or go to alabamapublichealth.gov/PRAMS ADPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, religion, disability, genetic information, and other federal, state, or agency regulations and policies. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies may be directed to Civil Rights Coordinator: ADPH CRC, RSA Tower, 201 Monroe Street, Suite 1010, Montgomery, AL 36104, Tel. 334-206-5226, o r email crcomplaints@adph.state.al.us.