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47th Annual National

Shrimp Festival 2018 Gulf Shores / Orange Beach

New Festival Look, New Festival Layout

October 11-14 OFFICIAL SOUVENIR PROGRAM

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From the Chairman................8 Welcome and Festival Schedule................. 10

About the cover artist, Loran Chavez The 47th Annual Poster winner is Loran Chavez from Fairhope.

Chavez is no stranger to the Annual National Shrimp Festival; she was also the winner of the 2013 42nd Annual National Shrimp Festival poster contest.

Chavez began her artistic endeavors when her children were young, creating pageant and theater costumes in her home-based business. In the early 90s, she sustained serious injuries after a drunk driver hit her family car. She was forced to give up her sewing.

She turned to painting to help her deal with the trauma.

Soon, Chavez began taking classes and by 2002 was admitted to the Mobile Watercolor and Graphics Arts Society.

In 2007 she officially became a professional artist, working fulltime at her trade.

While Chavez works in multiple media her favorite is acrylics, watercolors and oils.

A visit through her works is like taking a walk along a lost trail or even under the sea. Chavez’s works feature detailed works of local wildlife both on land and sea. She also features landscape pieces and has several stunning portrayals of Middle Bay Lighthouse.

She is represented by Kangal Gallery and Cathedral Square Gallery in Mobile, CSide Gallery in Orange Beach and the Fairhope Connection. Her work is shown at Negrotto’s Gallery in Biloxi and marketed internationally by a firm that will reproduce images of her work as graphic designs. Chavez also stays busy working on commissions.

You can find Chavez at many outdoor art shows throughout the south, or you can come see her on Saturday, Oct. 14, during the Annual National Shrimp Festival where she will sign posters and souvenirs for festival attendees.

Festival Sponsors................. 12 Friends of the Festival.... 13, 16 Future of the Festival..... 18, 20 Singing for Scholarships...... 22 Leave Only Footprints.......... 24 What did the Sand Say to the Sea?............. 28, 30 In Ed Rodriguez’s Honor...... 32 Athletics............................. 34 Facts About Shrimp............. 36 Festival Facts....................... 38 Little Miss Shrimp Fest......... 40 Festival Map...................44-45 Emergencies and Shuttle Schedule................. 46 Restaurant Challenge.....49-51 Entertainment Schedule....... 52 Musical Entertainers.......54-56, 58-64 Children's Activities............. 57 Festival Committee.............. 68 Food Vendors.................69-71 Exhibitors.......................71-77 Special Thanks/ Advertiser Index.................. 81 Chamber Board of Directors/Staff..................... 82 Merchandise..................83-84

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he 47th year brings excitement, a new layout and a fresh look at the sandy white beaches that we call home. On behalf of the Committee, the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber and our community. Thank You for coming to our festival.

Our new layout helps you discover things you’ve never seen before. The open feel of the town green, overlooking the beach and the Gulf of Mexico is ready for you to throw down a blanket or unfold your chair.

There are many things that have become tradition to our festival. It is still free to come and go, all day live entertainment, Arts & Crafts, Retail Merchandise, Fine Arts, Children’s Activity Village and of course, the Food!

We are proud to serve domestic shrimp among the many food offerings that cater to every taste. Our food is centered in the festival for you to view and enjoy.

Join us with your family and friends for our Singing for Scholarships competition and cheer on our local high school students as they compete.

Join in our Sand Castle contest on the beach and show us your creativity in the beautiful white sand.

Are you a runner? The city of Orange Beach is host to our Shrimp Festival 5k/10k run on Saturday, October, 13th. All proceeds from the run are donated to local charities and good causes.

We will have our church service on the Wind Creek Stage on Sunday morning for all who want to come worship, followed by entertainment to wrap up the festival.

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Check out our Website www.myshrimpfest.com.

We will give you all the information you need, from entertainment line up, Bus shuttle stops, run location and sign up, festival layout and more.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Spencer Cade Chairman Annual National Shrimp Festival

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Welcome to the 2018 Annual National Shrimp Festival! The Annual National Shrimp Festival is organized and produced by the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber, a non-governmental entity. Please respect the following festival guidelines and local ordinances to ensure a safe and enjoyable festival for all attendees: • No weapons of any kind • No unauthorized vendors or exhibitors • No animals • No soliciting or disorderly conduct • No Personal coolers • No glass containers • No outside alcoholic beverages allowed inside festival

• No unauthorized amplification or sound producing devices • No pamphleteering • Do not block or impede walkways • Skateboards, roller blades, bicycles or other such devices are not allowed in festival

47th Annual National Shrimp Festival 2018 Schedule Thursday, October 11th and Friday, October 12th

Sunday, October 14th

Saturday, October 13th

Festival Open 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Church Service 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Coastal Alabama Businesss Chamber Stage Children’s Activity Village Open 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Festival Open 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Children’s Activity Village Open 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Singing for Scholarships 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Main Stage Sand Sculpture Contest 11:00 a.m. Registration/Build Begins 3:00 p.m. Judging

Thank you for attending our festival. We wish you a pleasant and fun visit!

Festival Open 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Children’s Activity Village Open 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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A new look for 2018

Green spaces, beach views and less traffic, oh my!

The layout of this year’s Annual Shrimp Festival has changed to incorporate the open spaces of Gulf Place, the newly revitalized centerpiece at the heart of Gulf Shores.

“We haven’t changed our footprint in about a decade. It was a much needed change and has created a fresh look for the festival and a new buzz,” said Spencer Cade, Chairman of the 2018 Annual National Shrimp Festival.

Cade said that the entire layout of the festival has changed to incorporate more green space and make better use of the Gulf of Mexico as a beautiful, natural backdrop to the days’ events.

“We tried to capture that scenery instead of blocking it with vendors

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so as you are walking the festival and enjoying the artist and the vendors you are also enjoying being at the beach,” Cade said.

Another change for 2018 — concerts on the lawn. In past years Cade said both stages were located in parking lots. This year, one of those stages will be featured on a large green space in the middle of the Gulf Place development.

“It’s one of the changes I like the most,” he said. “You can come out and hang out and enjoy the music and the view.”

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congestion on Highway 59 and avoid road closures. The festival has worked closely with BRATS to provide shuttle service from more stops this year and make travel to and from vehicles much easier.

“Over the course of the next few

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years we will tweak the layout and the changes as we see what works and what doesn’t,” Cade said. “Our goal is always to make the festival a good experience not just for the people who attend but also for the vendors who help us to execute a festival that has so much meaning to the community.”

Singing for Scholarships Move over shrimps, Baldwin County high school students are taking over the spotlight at the Annual National Shrimp Festival!

On Saturday, Oct. 13, students representing Baldwin County high schools will perform center stage during the festival’s annual Singing for Scholarships competition.

The event is co-sponsored by RE/ MAX Gulf Shores and the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber and chaired by Allison Hendricks, Dr. Jenny Manders, and Charley Ogletree.

Local celebrities will act as judges as students perform in a series of elimination rounds until 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners are announced.

Students aren’t the only winners!

The competition will donate matching prizes of $1,000 for 1st place, $500 for 2nd place, and $250 for 3rd place to the winner’s school.

Come cheer for the Baldwin County high school vocalists as they perform on the Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Main Stage on Saturday, Oct. 13 at 10 a.m.

2017 Winners 1st Place Winner

Brieanna Micheanowicz Foley High School

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2nd Place Winner Sloane Hopkins Baldwin County Virtual School

3rd Place Winner Taquira Evans Baldwin County High School

Love the Alabama Gulf Coast?

Help protect it Love visiting the sugar-white sand beaches of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores? Help keep them clean for years to come! The Leave Only Footprints campaign has hauled more than 500 tons of debris and trash off the beaches in just the last four years. So, as you snack on delicious shrimp, groove to the cool music and browse the unique vendors, be sure to look for recycle bins and make sure to trash your trash.

Enjoy the Alabama Gulf Coast, but please, leave only footprints.

Statistics of items collected from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach beaches

2015 2016 2017 2018 101 tons

60 tons

50 tons

27 tons

18.5 tons

15 tons

12 tons

42 tons

23.8 tons

20 tons

15 tons

41 tons

40 tons

9 tons

4 tons

18 tons

10 tons

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What did the Sea say to the Sand?

Nothing, it simply waved!

Don’t worry, the special guests of this year’s Annual National Shrimp Festival Sand Sculpture Contest, staff members of Sand Castle University in Gulf Shores, will do more than wave. They’ll be on site to offer advice and guidance as teams compete for money and prizes with their on-the-spot sand creations.

The Sand Sculpture Contest is divided into four categories: 5-10 age group; 11-15 age group; 16 and older age group; and the family division for all ages. Judges will score participants on originality, creativity, skill, and overall appeal. Youth first prize winners will receive $50, a trophy, and a Shrimp Festival Poster. Adult and Family first prize winners will receive $100, a trophy, and a Shrimp Festival Poster.

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and natural elements found on the beach.

Teams can bring any tools they like but cannot add any color to the sand.

“We’ve just let people come and do their thing.

The sculptures are always beautiful,” he said.

The event is sponsored

by Ike’s Beach Service and will take place on Saturday, October 14, 2018 at 11 at the public beach access point located at west end of the Annual National Shrimp Festival.

Organizers are encouraging families to come out and build together.

The contest becomes part of the art of the festival and passersby come to admire the creations.

There is no cost to enter, so get your buckets and shovels ready, your sand canvas awaits!

Sand Castle University offers these tips for building the best sand sculpture: 1. Use tons of water. Water is glue; dry sand will crumble.

2. Use tools, not hands. You never want to touch your creation with your hands. Tools will help create crisp lines.

3. Start at the top. Most people make the moat first and then carve the castle but that will cover up what you’ve already done. Always start at the top and work your way down.

4. Start with Plan A but be ready for Plan B. If the sand doesn’t want to cooperate, you have to work with it anyway. If an arch falls or a wall crumbles you have to work around it and style something else in that spot.

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A call to service in Ed Rodriguez’s honor W

hen Ed Rodriguez, President of the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber, died January 7 after a tragic medical emergency, the entire community lost a piece of its heart.

Ed was 56 years old and served as the leader of our Chamber since 2011. He has been described as passionate, affable and the “ultimate chamber guy.� He led the chamber to recognition as the 2015 Chamber of the Year by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.

He routinely put the needs of others before his own.

Among the many and varied programs implemented during his tenure were the creation of the Alabama Gulf Coast Reef and Restoration Foundation, the launch of the Advantage Coastal Alabama Strategic Initiative and an effort to build a local Miracle League Field.

As friends and family mourned his loss they worked to find a way to fittingly honor a man who they saw as mentor, leader, colleague, supporter, champion, motivator, innovator and friend.

Together, in his name, they have raised more than $15,000 to help create The Miracle League of Coastal Alabama, an organization that provides an opportunity for children and young adults with special needs and other developmental disabilities to play baseball.

Plans are currently underway to

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raise funds for the construction of a fully accessible complex here in Gulf Shores/Orange Beach. The specialized baseball field will feature a cushioned, synthetic, rubberized surface that will eliminate any barriers to wheelchairs, walkers or other mobility devices. The complex will also include handicapped accessible dugouts, restrooms and drinking fountains as well as a boundless playground where children of ALL abilities can play together side by side.

Ed always had a vision of carrying his community forward. May we always continue that mission in our hearts and deeds.

Sporting for great causes The Annual National Shrimp Festival provides much more than food, art and music on the Gulf Shores’ Coast. The 25th Annual Golf Tournament for Education and the 41st Annual National Shrimp Festival Run both raise money for local schools and community projects.

The golf tournament was held Sept. 7 at the luscious Kiva Dunes

Golf & Beach Resort. Runners can register for the 5K and 10K races until the morning of the race on Saturday, Oct. 13. Both courses navigate through the beautiful Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail Complex.

The best part, with every swing of the club and every step, participants are helping to support the community.

Race beneficiaries 2017

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$2,000

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Tournament beneficiaries 2017

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PINK SHRIMP:

ROYAL RED SHRIMP:

Have a more delicate sweet flavor. Found along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Shells are light pink and have a pearl-like texture.

They are the largest Gulf shrimp species and can reach 11 inches in length.

Have a unique flavor.

Found in the deepest waters of the Gulf.

These shrimp are easily identified by their rich, deep red color.

BROWN SHRIMP:

Mild salty taste, firm.

Found along salt marshes and on mud bottoms. They feed on kelp which gives them a more robust flavor. Brown shrimp are also firmer than most and hold their shape when boiled.

This is the most popular variety of Gulf shrimp.

WHITE SHRIMP:

Firm and sweet.

Found in brackish bayous and estuaries with low salinity.

They feed on crustaceans and seaweed which strengthens the shell and gives the shrimp a rich flavor.

Cooking shrimp All Gulf shrimp varieties look the same or similar after they are cooked, though many people say they can taste the subtle differences in the varieties. Restaurants that serve Gulf shrimp usually serve the most popular variety, brown shrimp.

Packed with vitamins Alabama’s shrimp are low in saturated fat and rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12 and D.

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This year’s festival will include a royal visit by the Little Miss Shrimp Festival queens and their courts.

The festival’s newest event was first held Sept. 16, 2017, at the Erie Meyer Civic Center. More than 70 girls in grades pre-k through 6th competed for the titles of Tiny Miss, Petite Miss, Little Miss and Miss Shrimp Festival.

This year the pageant was held Sept. 22. Each age division’s queen and her three princess court will be introduced on stage on Saturday, Oct. 13 in the Children’s Activity Village.

The pageant was sponsored by

The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber, Annual National Shrimp Festival, and All Island Flowers.

The annual Miss Sunny contest, the crowning of an adult queen at the festival, was a tradition for nearly a decade until 1979 when Hurricane Frederic came ashore.

The storm hit as the festival was preparing to open and caused the cancelation of many activities, including the pageant.

Little Miss Shrimp Festival is a revival of that tradition and a look toward the future. Proceeds from the event are donated to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Elementary Schools.

The inaugural Little Miss Shrimp Festival courts were:

Tiny Miss (l to right) Evie Prince (spirit winner), Lydia Cline (spirit winner), Carly Ann Stafford (court), Finley McKay (Queen), Piper Green (1st alternate), Lilygrace Longshore (court), Sawyer Feit (court). Petite Miss Aleta Romanstine (spirit winner), Camilla Parks (court), Ella Grace Moss (court), Marly James Powell (Queen), London Lace Brill (1st alternate), Audrey Oconnor (court), Kaelee Harbin(spirit winner).

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Little Miss (l to right) Mary Elliott Griffin (spirit winner), Riley Green (court), Caroline Taylor (court), Adalyn Lyles (Queen), Portia Hollis (1st alternate), Haven Spruiell (court), Lily Kate Logan (spirit winner).

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The contest will be a singing competition. The contestants, representing each of our Baldwin Saturday,October 13th, 10:00 am-1:00 pm County high schools will compete for scholarships for themselves as well as for their schools.

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First Aid / Information Booth Lost Children Located at the main intersection (end of Hwy. 59). Staffed during festival hours.

Shuttle Bus Schedule Baldwin Regional Area Transit System (B.R.A.T.S.) Continuous Shuttle Service Cost $5.00 Per Passenger for an all-day pass Thursday-Saturday 10:00 am-10:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am-5:00 pm Shuttles will run approximately every 15 minutes at each location

All shuttles are handicap accessible.

North Shuttle Stops 1. Eric Meyer Civic Center, North Lot, West 2nd Street/West 19th Avenue 2. Pelican Place, 3800 GS Parkway, West lot, near Bed, Bath & Beyond West Shuttle Stops 1. Pier 33, Hwy. 182 West 2. Sea Oats, Hwy. 182 West 3. Waves Grocery & Package Store, W. Beach Blvd / West 11th Street East Shuttle Stops 1. Gulf State Park Campground 2. Orange Beach Rouse’s 3. Flora-Bama Lounge The Wharf Stops 1. The Wharf, Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL

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2017 Restaurant Challenge Winners 1st Place Winner

Blackened Jumbo Gulf Shrimp Jason Ramirez Villaggio Grille

2nd Place Winner Reeves Bell Village Hideaway

3rd Place Winner

Bruce Walker Coast at the Beach Club

A special Thank You to the other competing restaurants!

Driftwood Steakhouse Sunset Cork Room The Ruby Slipper Cafe Flipdaddy’s Sassy Bass Caribbean Grille King Neptunes The Royal Oyster Ginny Lane Bar & Grill Gilbey’s Seafood & Steak The Beach House Kitchen & Cocktails

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2018 Restaurant Challenge Winners 1st Place Winner

Grilled Gulf Coast Shrimp, Two Brooks Farm sable rice with lime and cilantro.

Haricots Verts with caramelized shallots and garlic deglazed with white wine.

Pineapple gastric infused with saffron and jalapeno.

2nd Place Winner

Prosciutto Wrapped Stuffed Shrimp Over Goat Cheese Polenta and Bacon Broccolini with Bourbon BBQ Sauce

3rd Place Winner

Restaurant

Chef David Pan Orange Beach Concierge

Restaurant

Chef Jason Ramirez Villaggio Grille

Restaurant

Chef John Hamme Coast Restaurant at the Beach Club

A special Thank You to the other competing restaurants!

Voyagers The Ruby Slipper Cafe Coastal Alabama Community College Ginny Lane Bar & Grill Sassy Bass Salt at San Roc Cay

2019 Restaurant Challenge February 21, 2019 Coastal Alabama Community College

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Thursday, Oct. 11 WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL MAIN STAGE

COASTAL ALABAMA BUSINESS CHAMBER STAGE

Tophat and Jackie............................10:00 - 11:30 Bruce Smelley.....................................12:00 - 1:30 Betsy Badwater....................................2:00 - 3:30 Tyler Mac.............................................4:00 - 5:30 Style The Band......................................6:00 - 7:30 Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster.......8:15 - 10 :00

Logan Lassitter.................................10:00 - 11:30 Poarch Ninjas.....................................12:00 - 1:30 Adam Holt...........................................2:00 - 3:30 The Defrosters......................................4:00 - 5:30 The Sand Band.....................................6:00 - 7:30 Souled Out.........................................8:15 - 10:00

Friday, Oct. 12 WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL MAIN STAGE

COASTAL ALABAMA BUSINESS CHAMBER STAGE

Lisa Christian....................................10:00 -11:30 Jeff Silvey...........................................12:00 - 1:30 Bowling Buddies..................................2:00 - 3:30 Jake Gill...............................................4:00 - 5:30 David Jones and Friends.......................6:00 - 7:30 The Tip Tops.......................................8:15 - 10:00

Brent Burns......................................10:00 - 11:30 David Chastang..................................12:00 - 1:30 Sugarcane Jane....................................2:00 - 3:30 Kristy Lee.............................................4:00 - 5:30 Johnny Hayes and the Love Seats..........6:00 - 7:30 Bag Of Donuts...................................8:15 - 10:00

Saturday, Oct. 13 WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL MAIN STAGE

COASTAL ALABAMA BUSINESS CHAMBER STAGE

Singing for Scholarships.....................10:00 - 1:00 Elvis Remembered with Shane Tucker and the Promised Land Band................1:30 - 2:30 Wavelength Band.................................3:00 - 4:15 River Dan.............................................4:30 - 5:30 Karen Waldrup.....................................6:00 - 7:30 Joe Diffie............................................8:30 - 10:00

Elaine Petty......................................10:00 - 11:30 Little Miss Shrimp Fest .....................11:30 - 11:45 Ten Penny Gypsy................................12:00 - 1:30 The Chillbillies......................................2:00 - 3:30 Journey2Mars......................................4:00 - 5:30 The Wildflowers....................................6:00 - 7:30 The Velcro Pygmies.............................8:15 - 10:00

Sunday, Oct. 14 WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL MAIN STAGE

COASTAL ALABAMA BUSINESS CHAMBER STAGE

Rusty Tabor......................................10:00 - 11:30 Andy Smith .......................................12:00 - 1:30 Voodoo Bayou.....................................2:00 - 3:30 The Groovinators..................................3:30 - 5:00

Liberty Church Worship Service.........10:00 - 11:30 Strickly Isbell......................................12:00 - 1:30 Sandra Kaye & The LEGEND Band.........2:00 - 3:30 Yeah, Probably.....................................3:30 - 5:00

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JOE DIFFIE With the release of Jason Aldean’s hit “1994” earlier this year that name-checked many of Joe Diffie’s twelve Number One hits, the legendary singer found himself squarely back in the hearts and minds of country fans. The multi-platinum-selling artist who dominated the charts during a hot streak in the ‘90’s may have been absent from the radio charts for the past few years, but Joe-Joe-Joe Diffie has never slowed down — writing, touring and recording a myriad of projects including his critically acclaimed 2010 bluegrass album “Homecoming,” and his recent “Roots And Boots” acoustic tour and collaborative CD “All In The Same Boat,” with fellow hitmakers Sammy Kershaw and Aaron Tippin.

And now he’s back at it again, riding shotgun with hick-hop sensations the Jawga Boyz on a brand new single, “Girl Ridin’ Shotgun,” which was recently released to country radio.

The single, co-written by Diffie, Phil O’Donnell and Derek Thrasher of The Jawga Boyz is a fun, up-tempo romp perfect for summertime cruising and returns Joe to the country charts where he undoubtedly belongs. The performance features D. Thrash (Derek Thrasher) on the verses as Diffie’s signature vocals soar on the choruses and verses.

The tune was written in part as an answer to Jason Aldean’s tribute to Joe, (penned by Thomas Rhett, Luke Laird and Barry Dean) and name-checks Aldean in a nod to the monster hit that helped introduce Joe to a whole new generation of fans two decades later.

With chart-toppers like “Pickup Man,” “Third Rock From the Sun,” and “John Deere Green,” and 13 albums and over 20 Top 10 singles to his credit, Joe has little to prove at this point in his career, yet he still has a fire in his belly to make good country music. A renowned songwriter in his own right who recently turned his focus back to writing after years on the road, Joe has hits for artists like Tim McGraw, Conway Twitty, and Jo Dee Messina to his credit, and has cuts on upcoming projects for “X Factor” winner Tate Stevens, Dylan Scott, and Tyler Farr among others. He is also hard at work on an album of brand new material, due out later this year on Bigger Picture Records. The collaboration with the Jawga Boyz and the attention from the Aldean hit is opening all sorts of new doors for Joe at this point in his career, and he’s excited at the prospect of working with some of music’s hot new hitmakers.

“We had a good time writing and recording my new song “Girl Ridin’ Shotgun,’ and making a video for it,” says Joe. “ I’ve been writing with a lot of new artists and I never thought that collaboration with one of them would lead to this, but I’m really glad that it has. It’s a different sound for me and I’m having so much fun with it all. I can’t wait to see what the future brings!”

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No stranger to the spotlight, Adam Holt has toured the Southeast from Houston to Tallahassee to Chattanooga, playing from music festivals to dive bars, and sharing the stage with such southern rock icons as Lynyrd Skynyrd and Drivin’ n Cryin’, as well as blues legends Bob Margolin, Willie Big Eyes Smith, and Hubert Sumlin (from Muddy Waters’ and Howlin’ Wolf’s bands, respectively). From time to time, you may find the multi-instrumentalist lending his piano chops in either an uptempo dueling piano bar or a more intimate lounge venue, pouring his heart out to fans of Lionel Richie, Chicago, and Elton John.

With over 100 live dates each year, Bag Of Donuts have become headliners at festivals and clubs from Texas to Florida including an annual slot at the world famous French Quarter Festival which surpassed 700,000 attendees in 2017.

Further building on that propulsion, New Orleans Magazine named them one of the most popular local acts while also receiving “Cover Band Of The Year” honors by Offbeat magazine in 2016. In an effort to continue their evolution and sense of reinvention, the band added a two piece horn section in the spring of 2017. In addition, there is always a salute to their roots which is at the heart of BOD’s charm. To quote the band: “It‘s like Mardi Gras all year long.”

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Since 2005, Betsy has toured and performed on numerous music festivals across the South East annually, and has opened for many of her heroes. Betsy Badwater & The Hillbilly Chrome have performed as supporting act for David Allen Coe, Chris Thomas King, Reverend Peyton & The Big Damn Band, Rodney Atkins, Grayson Capps and more. The sound of Betsy Badwater has been featured on NPR radio shows as well as commercial radio stations in Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Texas, as well as featured on PBS television, CNN and Headline News. For the past 6 years, Betsy plays guitar, sings and plays foot drums all at the same time in a power-duo with Jordan Kimsey on slide guitar. www.betsybadwater.com Bowling Buddies are a six piece funk, blues, jam, and yacht rock band from Mobile, Alabama. Their first show was originally to be a one off show during Mobile’s Mardi Gras in 2017, at the Merry Widow, for The 9th Annual Mystic Order of Revolutionary Enlightenment Ball. The Buddies had so much fun rehearsing for that show, that they decided to keep it going. Bowling Buddies are: Ryan Balthropguitar vocals, Paul Macdonald- guitar vocals, Christian Heiden- bass, vocals, Daniel Clements- drums, Andrew Ayers- piano, organ, vocals, and Zicky Hart- saxophone, Bowling Buddies is a musician’s party band, covering dance oriented selections from many of the great old funk bands, throwing in some yacht rock, blues, and jam band material.

Brent Burns arrived in Gulf Shores, Alabama in 1972. Soon after his arrival Brent become the poet laureate of the beach. In 2006, Burns was named “Official Music Ambassador of the Alabama Gulf Coast Convention and Visitors Bureau”. In 2008, Burns won three awards in the first ever Trop Rock Music Awards. Burns won “Entertainer of the Year,” “CD of the Year (for “Ragtops and Flip Flops”)” and a special WAVE award for his charitable work. 2010 brought Song of the Year for “I’ve Got A Beach in My Backyard” and Songwriter of the Year. A twice wounded, Purple Heart combat veteran, Burns also has the distinction of being the first American entertainer to perform for troops overseas after the tragedy of September 11, 2001. Burns’ musical career has taken him to Italy, Australia, Scotland, Czech Republic, Ireland and coast to coast in the US. He has performed his award winning songs on Big D & Bubba and Rick & Bubba radio shows. They can also be heard on Sirius Radio’s Radio Margaritaville.

Bruce Smelley was born and raised in Mobile, Alabama. He first found his love for music at just 9 years old. The first instrument he learned was the drums. After only two years of singing with the Satsuma High School choir he was noticed by David Aryes with the Faulkner State Community College choir who later offered him a full ride scholarship to sing. He first started out at venues and restaurants such as Saddle Up Saloon, Bluegill, Top of the Bay and moving onto bigger venues like Tootsies Orchid Lounge, TN The Blind Tiger, MS, Hard Rock Casino, MS and the Florabama, FL. Bruce won the 2017 “Nappie Award” for “Best Country Band/Performer”; and opening up for some of the biggest names in the industry such as Clay Walker, Joe Nichols, Julie Roberts, Luke Combs, and many more. He currently has a band called “The Southern Classics” who travels with him and tours all over the south east.

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Saturday, October 13 Registration/Build begins at 11:00 am Judging begins at 3:00 pm Sand Castle University will be onsite for assistance

Maximum 4 members per team Sand Buckets and shovels are provided

CASH PRIZE TO WINNER IN EACH CATEGORY! Sponsored by

Age Categories: 5-10 years: $50 prize 11-15 years: $50 prize 16 years & up: $100 prize Family (all ages): $100 prize If you wish to help your child/ children, please enter the "Family" category

PRIZES! Winner: (1) Sand Sculpture Trophy per team, (4) Ribbon & (1) poster per team member (limit 4); 2nd Place: (4) Ribbon & (1) poster per team member (limit 4); 3rd Place: (4) Ribbon & (1) poster per team member (limit 4); Honorable Mention: (4) Ribbon & (1) poster per team member (limit 4)

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David Chastang is a professional singer songwriter, who has been performing on the gulf coast for the last 14 years. A combination of several styles and influences, he creates a truly original sound with each note. David uses his soulful voice and his personal musical stylings to tell stories that are included with some of the greatest storytellers of the south.

Whether playing in front of thousands at a festival or a handful of people in a restaurant David Jones connects with his music. A recently retired teacher/coach he picked the trumpet back up 7 years ago after being away from it for over 25 years.

The music is a cool mix of contemporary jazz with soul and funk thrown in the mix. Always accompanied by some of the gulf coast’s best young jazz players, the show is a high energy display of musicianship and showmanship. David Jones has shared the stage with some of the best in contemporary jazz including DW3, Kim Scott and Lin Rountree. He has opened for the legendary Aaron Neville as well as funk / R&B legends ConFunkShun.

He is also the owner of a public speaking company, David Jones Leadership/Consulting, where he speaks to high school and middle school students, athletic teams and businesses, teaching the value of servant leadership. David is a 19 year resident of Gulf Shores, Alabama.

Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster Grab your bell bottoms, platform shoes, and best Saturday Night Fever moves. When Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster is playing, there’s no way you can resist the dance floor. From disco to 80s New Wave, these guys are energetic, fun, and professional party band.

Elaine Petty is a singer/songwriter/ guitarist with a rockabilly style. She was “country when country wasn’t cool”! The “encyclopettya” of music is one nickname she has been given (by Cathy Pace) for knowing just about every request she gets. Some of her most requested originals are “Nannies House”, “I Must’ve Been A Jukebox”, “Paradise”, “Wildlife”, “The Bridge” and “Off The Hook”.

Born in Mobile, Al , Elaine has toured the country but makes the Gulf Coast her home. She is “lovin life in Paradise!”

Elvis Remembered with Shane Tucker and the Promised Land Band is a tribute show to the greatest entertainer of all time – Elvis Presley. Shane and the Promised Land Band take pride in recreating the energy, excitement, and charisma of a live Elvis show. Their show is presented with the utmost respect for the memory of Elvis while ensuring that the crowd is entertained and involved in the show. When presenting Elvis Remembered, Shane and the band aim to recreate memories of “The King of Rock and Roll” for Elvis fans and to create new fans for those who were born after his passing. Make sure you don’t miss Elvis Remembered when it comes near you.

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As a performer, Jake Gill qualifies as a “road warrior,” with a full slate of dates on his schedule. He has also worked the stage with such musical heavyweights as Jake Owen, Easton Corbin, and Chris Cagle. But, there’s one performer and stage that stands head and shoulders above them all.

“I won a songwriting contest, and that got me on the main stage at Country Stampede, and I opened up for Jason Aldean,” he recalls, claiming that night made him more confident than ever in his approach to entertaining a crowd. “By far, that was my greatest experience musically. It was very surreal. I still remember being up there in front of 50,000 people, and I wasn’t nervous,” he recalls with a smile.

Jeff Silvey has grown up in the music business. This Indiana native joined his first Gospel Quartet at 14 and in 1986 moved to Nashville to pursue his dream of music. During Jeff’s 32 years in Nashville, he has made his mark in the Christian and Country music industry having over 300 songs that were recorded by acts from Gaither Vocal Band, Dallas Holm, 4 Him, Oak Ridge Boys, George Strait, DC Talk, Easton Corbin and many more. He’s earned 4 RIAA certified Gold and two Platinum albums in the Christian industry alone and in 1997 won the Dove Award, as an artist for Country Album of the year, “Little Bit of Faith”. He currently writes for Wimberly Music which is owned by Erv Woosley.

Johnny Hayes originally from Mobile, AL, moved to Nashville in 2011 to play and write with some of the world’s most talented songwriters and performing artists. After a couple of years of honing his craft while performing at numerous writers rounds and showcases, Johnny formed the band, “Johnny Hayes & the Loveseats”.

Since his multiple appearances on The Voice, Johnny Hayes & the Loveseats have been touring in support of their debut self titled full length release and were featured recently in the 2018 SouthSounds Music and Arts Festival alongside national touring acts like J Roddy Walston & the Business and Dumpstaphunk, presenting their unique brand of greasy southern dipped rock ’n soul tunes.

After forming together 2 years ago , Journey2Mars has quickly become one of the Gulf Coast’s favorite bands, bringing incredible musicianship, stellar vocals and songs that keep the dance floor packed night after night in the area’s best night clubs, bars, Mardi Gras balls and corporate events. Band members include Blayne Pierce - keyboards / vocals, Ray Mahathey - drums / vocals, Ronnie Martin - guitar / vocals , David Lansing - bass / vocals, all veterans of local, regional and national acts. Come see Journey2Mars and find out for yourself what the buzz is about.

New Orleans native, Karen Waldrup, is a triple threat musician, songwriter and recording artist known for her thrilling performances and bold style of country music. She has spent the last few years touring the world performing thousands of shows everywhere from Memphis, TN to Dublin, Ireland and is now a true viral sensation with her social media videos gaining mass appeal and more than 125 million views. www.MyShrimpFest.com

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Kristy Lee is a southern soul shouter! She is a legend of the underground that keeps popping up on not only national but worldwide radars with many other well-known artists that all share a common love for her spirit, songs and stories about her life. After being diagnosed with a disabling disease, multiple sclerosis, she has stepped off on a journey of healing herself and others through music. If you get lucky enough to catch one of her popup shows get ready to take flight into a spiritual experience like no other.

Lisa Christian has been performing on the Gulf Coast for the last 11 years. Her smooth, bluesy sound has made her a local favorite. Lisa is also an afternoon DJ at Sunny 105.7 FM, a Gulf Coast classic hits radio station.

In addition to performing at night and broadcasting during the day, Lisa does voice-over work and children’s audiobook narration for the hit series, “Mommy Likes to Drink.” To find out more about Lisa Christian, and to download Lisa’s music, go to www.lisachristian.net.

My name is Logan Lassitter. I was born and raised locally in Summerdale, and currently still live there now. I’ve had a strong passion for music from a young age, which was influenced by my father. My father was a drummer and he taught me how to play early on, and he bought me my first guitar when I was 11. From then on, I’ve been playing different venues and occasions which I really enjoy. I’m continuing to better myself in my music in hopes to further step out into the music world. Check out my music on Facebook, iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, etc!

A native son of Montgomery, Al, River Dan stands on the shoulders of the country music giants that came before him. Like those musical outlaws of days past, he stands with one foot planted firmly in the traditions and mythologies of traditional American music, and the other foot boldy in the future of the genre. With an undeniable presence, and a voice that stick to your ribs, River Dan is a show you won’t soon forget.

Kentucky born singer/songwriter Rusty Tabor has been performing on stage since the ripe young age of 14. After a short lived college football career he packed up and moved to Nashville in 2001 to chase yet another dream…that of signing a record deal.

Within his first year in Nashville Rusty had landed his first publishing deal with Skidaddy Music. Billy Ray Cyrus quickly took a liking to Rusty’s songwriting style and recorded 2 songs out of that first catalog. “Back to Memphis”, a single off of Cyrus’ TIME FLIES album and soon after “Wouldn’t You Do This For Me” on his “Other Side” project.

Rusty’s songs have also been recorded by Trent Tomlinson, Russell Hitchcock (Air Supply), Bradley Walker and others.

Sand Band is a group of local professionals who grew up playing music in other parts of the country but ended up along the Gulf Coast getting together to continue playing music. You will enjoy contemporary hits along with plenty of rock and roll covers from their early gigs.

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Sandra Kaye and The LEGEND Band Well known in Pensacola as “The LEGEND Band” and formerly known in Gulf Shores as “Midnight Confessions”, (the Nolan’s house band), our new location is One Club Gulf Shores, 4000 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 36542.

Silva Saxon on Keys/Wind Synth/Flute/Vocals, Eddie Parker on Guitar/Vocals, Alan Girdner on Drums/Vocals along with Sandra Kaye and Breeon on Bass Guitar have formed a very powerful team and the potential with this group is unlimited...

Souled Out is an eleven piece band hailing from all across south Louisiana. Conceived in 2001, Souled Out has been entertaining audiences with its unique brand of interaction and choreography. Souled Out has entertained wedding receptions, festivals, corporate events, Mardi Gras krewes and nightclubs in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee and Texas.

Strickly Isbell Courtney began singing in the church with her parents at an early age. She and her husband Matthew moved down to the Gulf Coast in 2012. In 2013 she began performing around town with Roger and they have played hundreds of times all up and down the coast at most of the music venues in the area, as well as, many weddings and special events. They perform covers both new and old ranging from country and pop to easy listening.

Their style and talent has been very popular with crowds and young and old.

Style is a band that takes the impossible task of meshing together hits from over 6 decades of music and turns it into an all-night celebration that will keep people dancing and have them talking long after the night ends. If you’ve got to impress your guests with your entertainment selection, there’s only one way to be sure that everyone is happy: YOU NEED STYLE! Sugarcane Jane Don’t bother asking who’s Jane. It’s no one, it just rhymes with Sugarcane, which this Alabama Gulf Coast based husband and wife duo made up after eating bags of it cut by Savana’s grandfather in Loxley, Alabama. It’s only a name but there is so much more to this extraordinary couple. Their acoustic folk-rock sound is as mesmorizing as their sibling like harmonies and Sonny & Cher type personalities. They met in Nashville where Savana was a studio head and Anthony was on and off the road with rock and roll’s most revered, including Neil Young and Steve Winwood.

Together they have created this larger than life all American brand they call Sugarcane Jane.

With guitar, kickdrum, harmonica, bass, and two vocals, it’s an impressive amount of sound coming from just two people. If you’ve never seen them perform before, do yourself a favor.

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Arkansas Americana duo Ten Penny Gypsy recorded their self titled, debut album in 2017, at Anthony Crawford’s Admiral Bean Studio in Loxley, AL, and to much acclaim. They have been named a finalist in three categories for the 2018 Arkansas Country Music Awards: “Album of the Year”, “Americana Artist of the Year”, and “Vocal Group of the Year”.

The CHILLBILLIES are a Gulf Coast rock and roll band fronted

by Jason Donald and Joe Smoke on guitars, Chris Fields on bass and Ray Pfaff on drums. Formed in 2015, The CHILLBILLIES bring years of combined experience playing in bands throughout the South and Midwest. The CHILLBILLIES’ shows combine original compositions along with gutsy cover songs of their favorite artists rich in technical guitarwork and three-part harmonies, all the way from R&B to Southern Rock!

The Defrosters...brrr...were started in the chilly arctic winter of 2005 by drummer Andy Toth to heat things up in the Alaska music scene. With seasoned performers Mike Johnson on guitar and Bob Renke on bass, The Defrosters took off in the great white north with their unique “southern soul” inspired sound.

Over the years The Defrosters have performed at festivals, public events and private parties throughout Alaska, living up to their mantra “Music guaranteed to heat things up”. After completing recording sessions in Nashville, The Defrosters relocated to warmer waters and finally settled in Gulf Shores, Alabama in late 2016. Their unique mix of Reggae, Rock, Bluegrass, Funky Soul, Americana, Country and Original songs help set this band apart from others with an entertaining show that makes you want to move. www.theDefrosters.com The GROOVINATORS are a 4 piece Band of Talented Musicians which offer over 100 years of Combined Live Performance and Touring Experience. The major appeal of “The Groovinators” is their Variety of Classic Hits, Soul, Motown, & Funk songs they perform. This Band from “Lower Alabama” takes the straight and simple approach to making music and Connecting with the Audience.

One common comment we hear is, “I knew Every Song You Guys Played” We are a Local Favorite and regular at Cobalt Restaurant in Orange Beach and Lulu’s in Gulf Shores. The Groovinators will definitely have you “Movin’ & Groovin’ whenever you hear them.

The Poarch Ninjas are a collection of local musicians drawing on their roots in Southern Music. With their recipe for an acoustic gumbo, a classic tune might merge with something original for a unique presentation guaranteed to bring the most diverse crowd together! Each show is a labor of love, capturing a sound most will find a connection to!!! The Ninjas are thankful and honored for every chance they get to share the stage!!

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The Tip Tops are a high energy dance and show band with a musical emphasis on the 60s, Motown, and Rhythm and Blues.

The Four Tops, Otis Redding, The Temptations, Elvis, Sam Cooke, Kool and the Gang, and the Commodores are just some of the artists the Tip Tops touch on.

If it seems like Rock and Roll has come up lacking here in the 21st century then you need to experience The Velcro Pygmies.

They manage to capture and harness that elusive essence that made the rock genre so grand, so memorable, and so much fun. But don’t make the mistake of thinking that they’re just another cut-and-paste band trying to mimic the rock gods they grew up on. They bring to the table their own unique sound and vibe, something that marks the difference between a rock band and a rock show. The Velcro Pygmies fill the room with their presence the second they take the stage and transport the audience back in time to the days of the classics. No tricks or gimmicks, just pure undiluted rock n’ roll energy that unites every race, creed, age and gender.

The band The Wildflowers are America’s #1 tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers.

One of these fellow musicians just happened to be Tom Petty’s doppelganger, guitarist and lead vocalist Jonathan Guthrie.

Guthrie was an avid fan and had always fantasized about being a Heartbreaker. As two seasoned musicians and Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers fans, there was really only one thing for them to do – form a tribute band.

Drummer Steve Lucas, formerly of Feverdog and a bandmate of Stone’s local band, Theatrix, quickly signed on. Lucas brought with him his M-80s band mate Glenn Freeman. Freeman, who boasts of seeing multiple Petty concerts in the 80s, brought an instrumental cornucopia to the group with keyboards, harmonica, guitar and backing vocals. Lead guitarist Curt Granger rounded out the lineup. With 30+ years experience in Birmingham’s local music scene, Granger has played in such circuit bands as Pyrate, Scream Sophie and his own solo project as well as creating a line of world-renowned boutique guitar amplifiers. Equipped with decades of experience and a passion for Tom Petty’s magic way with songs, The Wildflowers bring music lovers of all stripes what they adore. More Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers.

Top Hat and Jackie’s fine blend of vocal harmonies, upbeat personalities, and sharp wit has entertained audiences along the Gulf Coast for over 21 years. Along the way they have earned the respect and love of the people they work for, the people they perform for, and other local musicians. Most recently they were voted Local Entertainers of the Year.

Top Hat and Jackie have also proven their selflessness and their dedication to the local community by giving freely of their time for worthy causes whenever asked. One of their most treasured worthy causes is playing at the Live Oak Assisted Living. www.MyShrimpFest.com

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Born in Indiana, Tyler Mac started his professional career at the age of 13 and touring internationally at age 18. He has shared the stage or opened for everyone from Van Morrison, The Allman Brothers, Johnny Winter, Joe Bonamassa, Ted Nugent, John Rich and the list goes on and on.

Tyler has toured the world and played for thousands over the last 10 years. His debut album “Already Home” (recorded with super producer David Z) was nominated by the “The Blues411 Annual ‘Jimi Awards’” in the category of “Best New Debut Release” VOODOO BAYOU, established in 2010, is a 5‐ member music group based in Houma, LA and comprised of some of the area’s top musicians who combine their collective experiences into a unique sound creating music that is equal parts Louisiana Roots Rock, Delta Blues, Country and Funk with a touch of mainstream and a little country mix. The Band, however, is not “Cajun”, “Zydeco” or “Swamp Pop” but was once described as “funk rock music with a twist of country fried blue grass topped with a splash of rockabilly punk fusion”. VOODOO BAYOU has been entertaining audiences with an energetic and crowd‐interactive show with critics and fans alike acclaiming their unrivaled music collection, stage presence and commanding vocals.

Wave Length Band is a versatile, talented band comprised of seasoned and dedicated musicians who enjoy playing and performing together and entertaining audiences of all ages and music preferences. Members Robbie Bowen - lead vocals and guitar, Vic Lazzari bass, Rick Deason - guitar, Keith Johnston - keys, and Michael Broussard -drums, all have over 30 years’ experience. They have been performing throughout the Gulf Coast region, including the Gulf Shores National Shrimp Festival, and many of the local island venues in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Each of these gifted artists brings to the group unique qualities and experience that, when blended together, create a music experience guaranteed to please any audience.

From classic & Southern rock, soul, and country, to current Top 40, Wave Length Band can perform favorites that you remember and grew up on, intermixed with the current music you enjoy today.

Yeah, Probably is a band from Mobile, AL who infuse funk, jazz, soul, and pop to create a new sound that is sure to grab your attention. They have been playing together since 2013; this trio of friends began their journey playing in a college jazz band. Collectively, they share similar interests which include: Snarky Puppy, Bruno Mars, John Mayer, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson.

Yeah, Probably has been known for its unique spin on funky cover songs but are now building momentum and a following for their original music. Their self-titled EP has pushed the band to expand across the southeast region to promote the new sound that they bring.

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2018 Shrimp Festival Committee Pictured: Back Row L-R: Brandon Hubbard, Don McPherson, Cindy Stewart, Bud Stewart, Andrew Hart, Vince von Eberstein, John McCormick, Ayla Green, Mike Broussard, Terri Cole, Don Chambers, Vicki Stillings, Sharon Weise, Sheena Mizell, Bonita York Goram, Steve Jones, Renee Jones, Tim Brown, Dr. Jenny Manders, Steven Hodo, Taylor Means, Andrea Hodo Middle Row L-R: Rob Barnas, Ginny Barnas, Beth Ann Mills, Katy Petrovics, Dara Richards, Angela Ballard, Allison Hendricks, Marlo Webb, Diane Davis, Ron Arnold, Marietta Wolf, Lewis Detlefsen, Ruth Daily, Susan Brush, Lisa Barnhart, Tim Barnhart Front Row L-R: Suzetta Mimms, Megan

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Smith, Merilee Chambers, Lee Kramer, Jody Marsh, Spencer Cade, Jackie Madison, Kelsey McCarron, Suzette Hataway, Sam Washington Not Pictured: Jim Bailey, Matt Bass-Bergeron, Maegan Bratton, Richard Dickinson, Jim Eberlein, Pat Eberlein, Jennifer Faulk, Pam Gilliam, Tammy Halco, Noel Hand, Leigh Hocutt, Joi Hubbard, Michelle Jamison Tate, Frank Malone, Mona McPherson, Mary Kay Melster, Charley Ogletree, John Owens, Jim Parks, Mark Robinson, Lauren Stillings, “Hurricane� Jane Tarver, Marcy Vancil, Clayton Wallace, Kelly Wallace, Mike Williams, Ike Williams, Stephanie Williams, Charlie Williams

Wild Bill’s Soda 7 Flavors of cane sugar homemade soda. Stainless steel collector barrels / mugs. $4 mug clips Rockin Rogers “Orginal” Cajun Pistols Original Cajun Pistols, Crab Patties, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Gumbo, Pepper Jack Shrimp Wraps, Crawfish Etouffee` Bayou Billy Sweet Dixie Tea Iced Tea (sweet & unsweet) brewed fresh on site.

Sold in 32 oz collectable tin mugs.

Southern Concessions Seafood, grilled foods, desserts.

Seafood Market Crab Cake, Shrimp, Fish, Calamari, Paella, Seafood Medley Cobb & Company Sweet Kettle Popcorn, Pork Rinds, Funnel Cakes, Corn Dogs, Cotton Candy, Fried Oreo Cookies,whole Dill Pickles, Sweet & Unsweet Tea, Refillable RTIC 30oz Tumbler, Coca Cola Products

ROCKIN’ “Original”

Kona Ice Shaved Ice BJ's Concessions Fried & grilled seafood, stewed veggies, jambalaya, greek salad, crab legs, gator on a stick Monica's Concessions Fried, grilled & steamed shrimp, seafood, gumbo, salad, fries, hush puppies Venice Gelato Gelato: Strawberry Cheesecake, Cookies & Creme, Vanilla, Chocolate, Butter Pecan, Peanut Butter/ Choclate Copeland’s Ice Cream Homemade Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Peach, Oreo Cookies & Cream, Mint Chocolate Chip.

Rootbeer and Coke Floats.

Ruben’s Concession Shishkabobs, Seafood Tempura Baskets, Seafood, Sandwiches, Onion Rings, Fries, Rice, Nachos, Mozzarella Sticks, Fried Macaroni & Cheese, Corn Nuggets, Egg Rolls & Lumpia

ROGER’S Est. 1987

Serving the National Shrimp Festival since 1993

SERVING: • Rockin’ Roger’s Original Cajun Pistols • Bacon Wrapped Fried Shrimp • Crab Cake w/ Crawfish Cream Sauce on Rice • Pepper Jack Shrimp Wraps • Cajun Style Seafood Gumbo Made with the freshest ingredients for the best quality! No substitutes!

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South Beach Grill Fried and Grilled Seafood Florida’s Fine Food Fried and Grilled Seafood Captn’ Dave’s Fried, Grilled and Steamed Seafood, 4 types Shrimp, Crab Cakes, Soda, Water, Gator, Jambalya Festival Food Concepts Fried, Grilled and Steamed Seafood. Funnel Cakes, Corn Dogs, Soda, Water.

Cajun Pistols – Red Wagon Cajun Pistols & Ice Tea Farm Fresh Meats Three locally made sausage dogs. 1) Old Timer - country style smoked sausage 2) Cajun - hot smoked pork sausage 3) German - beef, pork and garlic, brat style sausage with a variety of toppings.

Hendricks

Farm

Peanuts, Corn & Fresh Produce Stop by our booth and enjoy our farm’s delicious peanuts - raw, boiled, fried or roasted!

Mark Hendricks Owner Mark4946@gmail.com (850) 777-1579 Green Peanuts, Boiled Peanuts & Deer Peanuts Produce & Deer Corn Mark Hendricks Farm

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Delta Foods Apple Dumpling, Soft Serve Ice Cream, Sweet Tea, Chicken on Stick, Fry Basket, Cotton Candy, Corn Dogs, Fried Oreos, Fried Brownies, Turkey Legs, Funnel Cakes Beachin’ Eats Fresh Wisconsin Cheese Curds, BBQ Pork, Sweet Tea Brined Chicken and Trigger Fish Sandwiches, Burgers, Vegetarian Taco, Carnitas Tacos, Trigger Fish Tacos, Gulf Shrimp Tacos, Fried Gulf Oyster Tacos Bleus Burger Gourmet Burgers, Fries, Parmesan Truffle Fries, Gorgonzola Cheese Fries, Beer Battered Onion Rings, Blackened Shrimp Tacos Hendricks Farm Mad Mark's Peanuts Peanuts - boiled, fried, roasted

Leisure Time Concessions LLC Soft Serve Ice Cream, Rootbeer Floats, Tea, Bottle Water

DRAWING

TeamCo Foodservice Fried, grilled & steamed seafood, crab cakes, coconut shrimp, gator on a stick, blackened seafood

FIBER/FABRIC

Ginny Lane Cilantro shrimp, buffalo shrimp, hot dogs, wontons Solly’s “World Famous” Royal Reds & shrimp fajita tacos, steak, chicken, sausage & brisket tacos, gourmet guacamole.

The Beach House Kitchen & Cocktails Shrimp Cocktail, Shrimp Kabob over cilantro lime rice, bacon wrapped shrimp, shrimp & grits, shirts & koozies

Arts & Crafts

Matthew Renda, Space Air Airbrushing Ryan Merrill, Merrill Art Deborah Brawley, The Unbroken Circle Lachel Britt, Britt’s Leather Diane Corcoran, Di's Custom Tied Bows Lauren Autin, 2 DYE 4 Evie Davis, Evie Davis Carole DeShazo, The Wicked Hatter Caroline Karen Finnen, Jus4Boys Robert Hale, Coastal Leather Lucy Jones, Silk Gypsies Leng Konn, Leng G. Konn Philippe Laine, Philippe C. Laine Deb Nolan, Deb Nolan Kay Puckett, Kay Puckett Jodi Lynn Bows Dean Santini, Santini Leather Flo Thompson, Fancy Threads

FOOD

CLAY

Barbara Harris, T-Bob's Pottery Ann Waldrop, Kim Hale, Mudd Puddles Pottery Ali Loftin, Loftin Oysters Rob Malone, Earth, Spin, And Fire Pottery

Harold Barnes, Willow Farms Jon Dallmann, JD's Salsa in Seconds Ann Dickerson, Tennessee Moonshine Gourment Products Bill Howard, Wild Bill's Sauces

CONNIE BENNETT COLLECTION (205) 671-5037 • www.conniebennett.com

Available exclusively at St. Charles Place!

(251) 981-6400 25241 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(Next to the Walmart Neighborhood Market)

Come see us at the Shrimp Festival in the Arts & Crafts Section!

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Connie Farish, Connie Bennett Collection Wade Fleshman, Fusing for You

Jessie & Dan Driscoll, Made From Coins Heather Fisher, Grace's Bent Kat Brian Greer, The Fun Company Andrea Jones, Antique Button and Cameo Jewelry Rhee Korff, Treasure by Rhee Theresa Malbrough, House of TAM Jewelry Steve Malcolm, I'm Hooked Kim Obman, Just For Fun Linda Patrick, Laurindalee's Paper Bead Jewelry Giulia Sciutto, Happy Bee Jewelry Jenny Wang, Jenny Wang Allison Quade, Jon Kerr, Toe Wranglers

Beverlee (Suzie) Beard, Suzies Pearls Kathy Bowdoin, Fashion Magnetics Amy Boyle, Grace Girl Beads Nita & Leah Brown, The Larimar Girls Marty Chuoke, Real Flower Jewelry Joseph Delord, Joe Natural

Dean & Gloria Barkley, Michigan Made Metal John Formato, John & Sandie Formato Cheri Goggans, Moon Lake Designs WaaDee Hudson, Five Star Creations JoAnna Hyrcuna, The Lazy Scroll Jason Jarreau, Metal Art Design

Rosario Damico, Sicily's Finest Gourmet Jack Marshall, The Nuttery Kim Mayfiled, Viper Sauce April McClung, Emily's Heirloom Pound Cakes John Miles, Popi & Mimi's Pecans Gina Potter, Potter Farm Landon Stevenson, Simply Savory Gourmet Blends Pam Winton, Lindsay Farms Joe Elkhal, Mojo Jerky

GLASS

JEWELRY

METAL

Specializing in personalized temporary tattoos Come by our booth in the Arts and Crafts Section to get your one-of-a-kind tattoo!

T-Bob’s Pottery Tom & Barbara Harris Lillian, AL

479-264-7819 tbobharris@gmail.com

See us at the Shrimp Festival Arts and Crafts Section!

Find our Pottery at Roux Royale in The French Quarter and Fish On A Dish at The Wharf

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205-540-5872 spaceair4tattoos@gmail.com Like us on Facebook

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Becky Veazey, Magnolia Iron Works Bonnie Walker, Sparkling Gardenz Janice Wise, Wise Custom Metal Designs LLC

MIXED MEDIA

Steve Atchison, South of Sanity Farms Lisa Beetge, Beetge Art Jeff & Debbie Bein, Coastal Lights & Creations John Botello, Hawaiian Sun Chairs Deborah Branning, Deborah Branning Russell & Dawn Brooks, Muggie Greg & Pam Camp, WhimsicalSigns.com Mary Easley, Imageries Brenda Evans, The Nuthouse Tina Farris, Floral Fantasy Candles Jane Fleming, Angels and Antlers Jennifer Hagaman, The Artizan Way Katja Hilton, Amazing Beautiful Butterflies Arthur Jacobs, Sand Ornaments Ross Jones, RJ Oceans Jennifer Jordan, Gabby Gumbo Neil & Lisa Kahrs, Bullseye Bow DuRhonda Lamb, Angels and Antlers Annabelle Lee, Abaco Cottages Lori Lippard, Lori LIppard Inc Jackie Luke, Soapy Delight

Terry Markwardt, Wise Guyz Gadgets Carol Mason, Carol’s Botanicals Braswell McMeans, Pleasure Island Paradise Annette Moore, Ms. Annette’s Antique Tin Janet Moses, Artist Janet Moses Len Pallas, Rock Candles by Len Jeff Spade, Ace Art Studio Kim Steinke, Sculptures by Jay Samantha & Adam Vanfelt, Truth Soap Co. Janelle Wehmeyer, Seashell Crafter Kelly Zimmer, Island Sand Sculptures

PAINTINGS

Jen Callahan, Jen Callahan Artwork

WOOD

Timothy Kuhlman, Kuhlman's Rustic Cedar Jeff Brewer, The Blue Chair Boutique Wilder Burlison, Burlison Floor Covering Charles Dugger, Dugger Woodworks Theresa Gillaspie, Tom Boy Designs Sofiene Lessis, Olive Wood Kitchenware Joel Lockridge, Bourbon Pens Charles Masek, Charles Masek Richard Nichols, Richard Nichols Brian or Linda Retka, Custom Hardwood Creations

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Lori Gardner, Scott Swern, Southern Addiction Decor Richard & Deborah Townsend, Townsend’s Country Crafts Ron Willis, Sugar Tree Woodworks

Fine Arts CLAY

Steve & Dee Burrow, Steve & Dee Burrow Wallace Turman, Turman’s Pottery Jane Wood, Living Fire Pottery

GLASS

Robert Derwick, Robert Derwick

JEWELRY

Chris Glennon, Decorative Additions Loran Chavez, Loran Chavez - Brushstroke & Brillance Jean McKee, Jean McKee Nick Cantrell, Nick Cantrell Linda Scott, Linda Scott Nicole Goodbar, Sea Salt and Lavender Helen Doyle, Helen Doyle Designs Linda Pirkle, Linda Pirkle

PHOTOGRAPHY

Michael Jasinski, Michael Jasinski Jeff Waldorff, Waldorff Photography Jeff Baldock, Creative Visions Chris Doherty, Christopher Doherty Photography Mark Worden, Lightwave Arts

Johnny Hawkins, Johnny Hawkins Sherrie Venghaus, Molten Glass Designs Maria Cano, Maria Cano Tara Gifford, Blue Girl Beading Co. Kathy Brennan, Brennans Jewelry Samuel & Spirit Bush, Spirit Lala Jenna Hirt, Tying Tribes

POTTERY

Tammy Derwick, Be The Myth Emily Revere, Emily Revere Pamela Regal, Rock’n Designs Fred Fisher, Fred Fisher Rod Hedgecock, Coastal Art

WOOD

MIXED MEDIA

PAINTINGS

Linda Geiger, Dave Mellinger, South Eden Art Manami Lingerfelt, Manami Art Kevin Cobb, Art@Studio 7108 Deborah Matz, Artwork by Deborah Rankin Matz Claire Cormany, Cormany Oil & Acrylic Paintings

ART @ STUDIO 7108 Shop our booth at the 47th Annual Shrimp Festival!

Fine Art Pastels, Watercolors and more…

Facebook: Art at Studio 7108

by Kevin Cobb

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Karin Villaroman, Karin & Leo Villaroman

SCULPTURE

Laura Kellersberger, Phoenix Creative Metal Ian Williams, Ian Williams Steven Dark, Steven Dark Frank Ledbetter, Frank Ledbetter Germain Ekamby, Mango Beat George Kearney, The Woodturner

Retail Marketplace

Air Sofa Loungers, Air Sofa Loungers Alabama Gumboheads, T-shirts, Caps, Shorts, Koozies, Other Apparel, Stuff like that Alabama Vacation Home Rentals, Promoting our website with games and prizes. Distributing printed materials. Drawing for a prize to be awarded at festival Artifacts Home & Garden, Mexican metal art magnets, dancing birds, metal initial, signs and metal collegiate signs Bucket Stool, Original invention, USA patent USA Made. Bucket Stool turns 360 degrees, raised off bucket so you can put in or pull out w/o gettingup. Raisers bucket to chair height Bumpsta Protection, The Bumpsta Protections is a de-vice that fits on the front of a trailer to protect your vehicle from damage while hooking up a trailer

Caddycan, soft-sided trash receptacle for your recreational needs. Caddycan is unrivaled in its ergonomic, multi-functional design. It offers an intelligently versatile and simply convenient way to enjoy uncluttered outdoor travel experiences.

While supporting the environment responsibly it transports, attaches, collapses easily, and offers a built-in closed cell foam layer that can be used as a flotation device.

Coconut Critters, Tropical Tiki Boards, Bamboo, Surf Boards with tropical sayings on them Crushable Hats Inc, Crushable seagrass hats and lace beach cover ups Diamond Jewelers, Pandora and Sterling Silver Jewelry Earth Creations, Women’s and men’s fashion made in Alabama. Featured in the Alabama State Tourism guide in 2016 Eco Sparkle Cleaner, Handmade jewelry cleaner Epic Lasering, Personalized tumblers, gifts, bags, hats, lighted wands, sunglasses, shirts, collegiant hiches, wind spinners Fishing Time USA, Telescoping Fiberglass RodReel, Carton Bass Rod-Reel, Carton Trout Rod-Reel, Floating Fish Pliers, Floating Filet Knife, Fish Lures,

Pocket Knives, etc.

Fish Skinz, Original aquatic art work designed and printed by us on t-shirts, performance shirts, hats, plates, decals Flora Bama Lounge, Package & Oyster Bar, Flora Bama merchandise; time line, historical photos, marketing info.

Glitz & Glamour II, Designer Inspired Jewelry Great Lakes Outback Authentic Crushable Australian leather kangaroo, cattle, buffalo, pigskin hats (By Barmah hats). Straw, supplex, cattle, pigskin, resort straw, faux suede by B.C. / Conner Hats.

Kangaroo, buffalo, cattel, straw by O.S.G Hats.

Croc bands, Australian goods and leather seal Gulf Life, Custom designed t-shirts, monogrammed hats/visors, window decals, koozies, car tags H2O Junky, LLC, born out of our obsession with water, and the insatiable desire to be near, in, on, or under it. Whether you get your fix from boating, fishing, swimming, paddling, diving, or simply floating in a pool, pond, lake, river or ocean: our products are intended to celebrate and enhance your enjoyment of the water. Embrace the H2O Junky in YOU!! Feed Your Addiction!!

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Hook’d Up LLC, Hook’d Up brand apparel, hats, visors, tumblers JJ Sportswear, Tropical sundresses rhinestone tops - pants Key West Island Wear, LLC, Ladies sundresses, tops, skirts, India hobo bags and a few sun hats Kip Kennedy, Beach Tunics, Beach Wear, Fabulous Hats/Visors, Wraps, Tanks, Tees, Hoodies Makeup Eraser, Makeup eraser is the #1 reusable makeup cloth in the world. Recoginzed by the premier sponsors in the beauty industry.

Melissa Hackleman, LuLaRoe clothing for men, women and kids. Dresses, shirts, skirts, leggings and more. These clothes are amazingly comfortable and stylish My Daily Treads, Oofos brand sandals hand decorated Nectar of the Vine, Wine frappe, Prepackaged, individullay hand-wrapped gourmet wine slushy mixes in 21delicious flavors. Sampling a 1oz cup of non-alcoholic wine slushy which is prepared on-site and dispensed from a slush machine. No ice required. Non-hazardous.

Opal Reef LLC, In-laid opal jewelry Origami Owl, Customizable lockets, charms, bracelets, earrings and rings Papa Vince, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Tomato Sauces, Pastas, Marmalades, Sea Salt. All packaged goods. Artisan Foods made by our fmaily in Sicily Italy Petal Bay Boutique, Womens clothing, apparel and jewelry

M Mathes of Alabama ELECTRICAL LIGHTING ENERGY SOLUTIONS

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1514 S. McKenzie • 251.943.8551

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1406 Hwy. 98 • 251.626.1908

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Pieces Swimwear, Swimwear, coverups, beach bags, sunscreen, visors, one and two piece women’s wear. Towels for beach, sunglasses, swim wraps Randy’s Collectables, Antique/ Vintage Metal Signs Richard Russell Studios, Licensed sports art that is hand embellished limited edition canvas prints. We have over 100 schools at this time.

SaltWater Mafia Apparel, Apparel: Shirts, hats, visors, huggies, decals Sassy South Art, Door hangers, crosses, wood working, wreaths Scentsy Fragrance, Wax melts, warmers, oils, diffusers, stuffed animals, car freshners, room sprays Softub, Softub Spas Southern Shores Coffee, Fresh roasted artisian coffee (packaged only) ground or whole bean.

Specialize in local flavors such as Bushwacker coffee bean SunRays Optical Boutique, Maui Jim, Costa, Rayban sunglasses, optical goods. Brand name sunglasses, t-shirts, hats and cords.

Sweetpeas Posh Pets, Pet items to include gourmet treats, collars, leads, harnesses, bandanas, bowties, apparel, toys, custom printing on site Tack Sauce, 3 types of hot sauces Tahoe Kitchen Co., Wolfe Cutlery and Hammer Stahl Cutlery. Magnetic handmade re-claimed wood knife blocks Tammy’s, I do an ex-tensive line of handbags, conceal carry, wallets, and caps. I also do a large line of light-up novelty items (necklaces, hats, wands, etc) and party beads.

The Original Silver Mine, Handmade natural stone anklets. Custom made men’s stainless steel jewelry. Sterling silver Timbo’s Licorice Ropes, 30 differen flavors of 27” licorice ropes.

TL Designs, Hip pocket purses that hold cell phone, ID, credit card, cash, sunglasses, etc. Hip huggy koozies- hands free drink carrier. Perfect for festivals Too Cute, LLC, Handmade children’s clothing, bows, duffle bags, diaper bags Tropical Breeze, Ladies clothing including dresses, jpants, tee’s and accessories

Winning Concepts, 800 different wood ornaments, wood nightlights, wood boxes, 12” and 6” tribute plaques, magnets, cups, wood picture frames.

Zeko Shoes, light weight, outdoor shoes for men and women. Perfect for fishing, boating and kayaking.

Children’s Activity Village All Pro Promotions Barefoot Believers Charlie Takes an Adventure Confucius Institute at Troy University Discovery Hall Touch Table Dolphin Athletic Club Face & Body Painting Funny Gears / Toys IQ Toys Marine Police The Hair Wraps Walk On Water Bubbles

19814 County Road 20 South – Foley, AL 36535 (251) 971-6644 aarvresort@aol.com www.anchorsaweighrv.com

For over 30 years, Fort Morgan Realty has been helping people reach their dreams... from a vacation in a beautiful beach home, townhome or duplex to that second home or property for the next home. Through those years, we have been experts on the Fort Morgan Peninsula, helping it grow, yet ever-mindful of maintaining the laid back chaaracter that makes this area such a unique and wonderful place to vacation or live.

6930 State Highway 180 West Gulf Shores, Alabama 36542 (800) 959-7326 • (251) 540-7325 www.fortmorganpropertymanagement.com

5% DISCOUNT

for Summer and Fall WEEKLY rentals with the discount code “Shrimp”

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Billy’s Seafood If It Swims, We’ve Got It!

OPEN AIR SEAFOOD MARKET 251-949-6288

Co. Rd. 10 W. Bon Secour, AL On Bon Secour River (FOLLOW THE BLUE SIGNS)

www.billys-seafood.com

HEAD ON OR HEADLESS SHRIMP, CAUGHT FRESH DAILY.

WE PACK TO TRAVEL

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We offer hundreds of choices across the state – book directly from verified owners and never pay booking fees!

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Take in breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico from your private balcony at the Island House Hotel Orange Beach — a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel.

Our stunning all Gulf front full-service hotel is ideally located in the heart of Orange Beach, Alabama, close to popular attractions such as The Wharf and the Gulf State Park.

26650 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, Alabama, 36561 251-981-6100

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We wish to extend a very special “Thank You” to the following companies for donating products and services to the Shrimp Festival. It would be impossible for the Festival to provide the great line-up of quality entertainment and services we enjoyed every year without the support of these wonderful companies and organizations.

Alabama Propane Baldwin County Sheriff Dept.

BRATS

City of Gulf Shores The Hangout City of Orange Beach GNG Plumbing

Al’s Liquor......................................................... 47 Alabama Gulf Coast Visitor’s Bureau.................. 25 Alabama Vacation Rentals................................. 79 Anchors Aweigh................................................ 78 Art @ Studio 7108............................................ 74 Baldwin EMC.................................................... 33 Big Beach Brewing............................................ 42 Billy’s Seafood................................................... 79 Brett Robinson Marathon.................................. 65 Brett Robinson Vacation Rentals........................ 42 Buzzcats........................................................... 17 Chevy............................................................... 39 Coastal Alabama Community College................ 23 Coastal Gulf Shores............................................. 3 Cobalt / Cosmos Restaurant.............................. 17 Connie Bennett Collection................................. 71 Desoto’s............................................................ 27 Diamond Jewelers............................................... 2 Expedia............................................................. 80 Fairfield Inn & Suites......................................... 78 Fedok Plastic Surgery......................................... 48 First Bank.......................................................... 43 Flip Daddy’s...................................................... 37 Frank Brown Songwriters................................... 26 Frank Ledbetter................................................. 75 Fresh Market Seafood........................................ 80 Ft. Morgan Properties........................................ 78 GT’s on the Bay................................................. 17 Gulf Shores American Legion............................. 43 Gulf Shores Jack Edwards Airport....................... 48 Gulf Shores Travel Trailer Rentals........................ 80 Hendricks Farm................................................. 70 Holiday Inn Express / Hampton Inn...................... 7 Island House..................................................... 80 Live Bait............................................................ 26 Lucido Engineering............................................ 78 LuLu’s............................................................... 11

Kiva Dunes Golf & Beach Resort Krispy Kreme Donuts Publix

Luna Beach Properties LLC................................ 51 Luna's Eat & Drink............................................ 17 M&M Bank....................................................... 80 Maggie’s Bottle & Tail........................................ 17 Mathes of Alabama........................................... 76 Martinique on the Gulf...................................... 67 McCarron Insurance Group................................ 50 McCollough Plastic Surgery Clinic...................... 53 One Club Gulf Shores........................................ 86 OWA................................................................. 19 Pelican Place....................................................... 4 Perdido Beach Resort........................................ 88 Pink Pony Pub..................................................... 5 Riviera Utilities.................................................. 47 Roberts Brothers............................................... 85 Rockin’ Rogers.................................................. 69 SeaChase.......................................................... 67 Sicily’s Finest..................................................... 73 Solly’s World Famous......................................... 70 Space Air Airbrushing........................................ 72 Spectrum Resorts.............................................. 21 SSIA.................................................................. 26 Staybridge Suites............................................... 53 Sundance............................................................ 9 T-Bob’s Pottery.................................................. 72 Textron........................................................14, 15 The Beach House............................................... 78 The Hangout..................................................... 65 The Highland Group.......................................... 80 The Lodge at Gulf State Park............................. 87 The Track........................................................... 55 Trane................................................................ 30 Trees N’ Trends.................................................. 79 Turnkey Vacation Rentals................................... 49 Wind Creek....................................................... 29 Zeke’s Marina.................................................... 35 www.MyShrimpFest.com

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2018 Executive Committee

Chairman................................................................................... Nick Willmott (Community Senior Life) Chairman Elect................................ Dec McClelland (Edwards Jones-Dec McClelland Financial Advisor) Immediate Past Chairman.............................................Todd Edwards (Whitetail Properties Real Estate) Vice Chair of Finance....................................................... Kevin McCarron (McCarron Insurance Group) Vice Chair of Business Development...............................................Penny Groux (Perdido Beach Resort) Vice Chair of Civic & Government Affairs............................................. Charles Weber (Burk-Klienpeter) Vice Chair of Conservation & Natural Resources.............. Taylor Norton (South Shore Insurance Agency) Vice Chair of Education.................................................... Ernie Rosado (Columbia Southern University) Vice Chair of Marine Trades...................................................................Tom Steber (Ft Morgan Marina) Vice Chair of Membership....................................................... Matt Grant (Grant Wealth Management) Vice Chair of Small Business Development................... Brent Sexton (Beach House Kitchen & Cocktails) Vice Chair of Tourism & Special Events................................................ Rod Peevy (McGinnis Enterprises)

2018 Board of Directors Randy Boggs, Reel Surprise Charters Todd Edwards, Whitetail Properties Real Estate Geoff Gaberino, Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals Matt Grant, Grant Wealth Management, LLC Penny Groux, Perdido Beach Resort Kristin Hellmich, OWA Jerry Johnson, City of Orange Beach Steve Jones, City of Gulf Shores Tony Kennon, City of Orange Beach Chad Leonard, Honors Golf Cindy Long, The Wharf Vince Lucido, Lucido Engineering & Surveying, LLC Jon Lundy, C-Sharpe Co., LLC Herbert Malone, Jr., Gulf Shores & Orange

Ex-Officio Members Annual National Shrimp Festival Spencer Cade Alabama Gulf Coast Reef & Restoration Foundation - Vince Lucido City of Gulf Shores - Steve Jones City of Orange Beach Jerry Johnson Gulf Shores Orange Beach Tourism Herb Malone

Beach Tourism Kevin McCarron, McCarron Insurance Group, Inc. Dec McClelland, Edward Jones-Dec McClelland, Financial Advisor Taylor Norton, South Shore Insurance Agency Rod Peevy, McGinnis Enterprises Ernie Rosado, Columbia Southern University Brent Sexton, Beach House Kitchen & Cocktails Mike Steward Bill Tunnell, USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park Charles Weber, Burk-Kleinpeter, Inc. Nick Wilmott, Community Senior Life Spencer Cade, Gulf Shores Builders Supply, Inc. Tom Steber, Fort Morgan Marina

Chamber Professional Team

President and CEO................................................ Greg Alexander Vice President, Special Events & Signature Sponsorships...Vicki Stillings Vice President of Business Development.................... Megan Smith Director of Operations & Finance.........................Suzette Hataway Special Events Coordinator.................................... Suzetta Mimms Director of Membership............................................. Sharon Weise Communications Coordinator................................... Ryan Moberly Database Manager................................................... Dara Richards Receptionist/Administrative Assistant........................Katy Petrovics

The Annual National Shrimp Festival is produced by

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Coastal Alabama Business Chamber 3150 Gulf Shores Parkway PO Drawer 3869 Gulf Shores,AL 36547 (251) 968-7200 www.mygulfcoastchamber.com wwwmyshrimpfest.com

Official Shrimp Festival merchandise is ONLY SOLD at the Main Entrance and the West Entrance of the Festival.

(Look for the Bright Pink Tents)

Be sure to stop by and pick up your Special Edition Shrimp Festival Official Gear!

Quantities and Sizes are limited and won’t last long!

We accept AMEX. MC, VISA, DISCOVER & CASH.

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47th Annual Nationals Shrimp Festival Official Poster T-shirts are available in Adult Sizes S-3XL in Short Sleeve and S-2XL in Long Sleeve. Youth XS-Large in Short Sleeve only.

Stop by the Pink Tents and check out the Comfort Color T-Shirts and other great OFFICIAL SHRIMP FEST GEAR!!

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Roberts Brothers Gulf Coast Office Now serving a third generation of customers, Roberts Brothers, Inc. has over 200 sales associates & staff in five branch offices covering the residential and rental markets in Mobile and Baldwin County, Alabama. Roberts Brothers is the leading Real Estate company in South Alabama and has offered superior service to its clients and customers for over 70 years. Visit our website www.RobertsBrothers.com.

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Orange Beach, AL 251-974-5625

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