Beachin' (December 2017)

December 2017

beachin’ Life on the Alabama Gulf Coast

Coastal 12 Days of Christmas Beach Art: A Stunning New Home for the Arts 1 Beachin’ ● December 2017

Glass breathes life into Fishbein’s work

Holiday Music on the Island

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Coastal Arts Center

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The Coastal 12 Days of Christmas

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Live Local Music

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Beach Happenings

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Beach Art: Patrice Fishbein

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Dining Guide

about the cover December

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Happy Holidays from Alabama’s Magical Gulf Coast!

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Life on the Alab

Cover Photo by Jack Swindle

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Glass breathes life into Fishbein’s work

A Stunning New Home for the Arts

Holiday Music on the Island

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A stunning new home for the arts

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Coastal Arts Center is a jewel on Wolf Bay

BY ALLISON MARLOW The new Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach, the city’s elegant and stunning crown jewel at the mouth of Wolf Bay, will host weddings, corporate retreats, and, elementary school-age art camp.

Director Desiree Blackwell has no worries about little hands near the carefully crafted paintings and pottery.

“Of course we keep an eye on them, but a few years ago it was raining during camp and we brought all 25 first and second graders into the old gallery for lunch. They were sitting almost on top of the art work,” she said. “They didn’t break a thing. They loved being that close and being able to enjoy it. We look forward to sharing this art with young campers again.”

From young to old the city of Orange Beach loves its coastal artists. Now, at 10,000 sq. ft., there is room to give each stunning piece space to be admired.

“This is a dream come true for our staff,” Blackwell said. “We worked out of a construction trailer for three years and watched as careful design plans were made, and Gates Construction brought this beautiful structure up out of the ground.”

The city’s very first hotel sat on this location until three years ago. The boarding-house style hotel, built in 1923, was a touchstone for the local community and its proud history. The 11 bedrooms inside were home to the men who worked the turpentine mills. The building was accessible only by water until the 1940s when Canal Road was completed.

After purchasing the property several years ago, planners worked to renew and rejuvenate the building but

the years had “Other art executives come taken their toll.

In 2015, officials and see this and are amazed decided they our city dedicated such funds c o u l d n’ t overcome to this endeavor. Orange Beach the extensive truly supports the arts.” structural damage.

— Desiree Blackwell, director Blackwell had the unenviable task of telling those who loved the Several original windows and the building most that it would be front entry were kept and repurposed torn down. Tears were shed at that as the gift shop entrance, visible meeting. as soon as you enter. The mix of She also promised those who loved historical against the simple modern this building that the replacement design of the new gallery is stunning. would honor the past.

In the restrooms, the doors of the Staff and designers kept that former boarding house’s bedrooms promise. have been refurbished and used as

Visit the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach 26389 Canal Road, Orange Beach 251.981.ARTS (2787); http://coastalartscenter.com Open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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vanities. More doors can be found in the bride’s dressing room, used as tabletops.

Upstairs, the private meeting room features a recessed ceiling inlaid with heart pine flooring from the old hotel.

It is centered above a beautiful custom made conference table. The space can be rented for corporate functions. This is also where the much of the center’s private, not for sale collection resides.

A gorgeous, curved helical staircase leads to the upstairs balcony. The railing that leads skyward and dances across the balcony was designed by the project’s architect Jacky Barganier.

The scene he created is unmistakable.

The black rails bend and twist like sea oats on the shore creating a stunning backdrop to weddings held in the gallery below.

No matter where you stand in the center, on the balcony or the main floor, the view from the two-story tall windows overlooking Wolf Bay are unparalleled. Outside there is a brick pathway and patio where many brides choose to host their ceremony.

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The entire project, nearly $2 million, was funded by the city of Orange Beach.

Now, with the waiting and the work behind them, Blackwell said the staff is busy finding new ways to bring the community into the facility —

through exhibits, special events and classes. Almost every piece of artwork on display is for sale.

“We have a great community feel here,” Blackwell said. “It’s sophisticated and gorgeous but not stuffy. We are all warm and welcoming.”

Save the Date: Light Up the Arts December 14, 5 – 7 p.m.

• Hot Shop glass blow out and Clay Studio raku firing demo’s • Performance by the Dolphin Sound Ensemble from Gulf Shores Elementary • Special book signing by Coastal Arts Center artist Simone Lipscomb for her book “Finding Home: The Life of Stella Sea Turtle.”

• Hot Chocolate, Christmas treats, fun raffles and more!

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Sugar white sand is just as pretty as snow this time of year! Christmastime is a great time for locals to enjoy the beach while the weather is cool and the lines are short. Forget lords a leapin’ and turtle doves, 12 days of Christmas on the coast are all about, sun, sand, shrimp and loving our lives on the island!

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On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a visit to one of the biggest Christmas trees on the beach, at The Wharf in Orange Beach.

Be sure to check out the fabulous decorations as well as all the events the Wharf has to offer this holiday season such as the only ice skating rink in Baldwin County.

is your tropical shopping/dining/entertainment destination only minutes from the beach. Experience open-air shopping at favorites like Target, BAM and Bed, Bath & Beyond—as well as chic boutiques and gift shops. Then relax with a cocktail and a bite to eat before enjoying a premium yet affordable movie experience at Cobb Pinnacle 14 Theatres. There’s something for every taste at Pelican Place!

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Actually take time and enjoy gift buying this year at Pelican Place.

No harried hassles. No crushing crowds. No kidding.

Just stores and restaurants decked out for the holidays and ready for your relaxed visit.

You’ll love shopping here almost as much as folks love receiving gifts from here.

So, grab your list. Check it twice.

And make one trip to Pelican Place.

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On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me two fabulous fashions from Beach House Boutique at Pelican Place. The Christmas holidays are a great time to shop locally and soak in all our local vendors have to offer while the tourists are away.

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On the third day of Christmas my true love gave to me a copy of Lucy Buffett’s second book, “Gumbo Love.” The book features classic family recipes and stories.

On the fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me four delicate shells found on the beach. Winter is a great time to comb the empty beaches for gifts from the ocean: shells and sand dollars are often found along the Gulf Coast beaches. Take a quiet stroll and soak in the sun.

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On the fifth day of Christmas my true love gave to me, five golden colored bushwackers! It may be a little chilly but after the holiday rush, visit any of the fabulous local restaurants and enjoy a bushwacker or other signature cocktail.

It’s a great way to unwind with friends.

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It was a beau�ful summer morning when we le� Fairhope, low humidity and not a cloud in the sky. We were on our way down to Orange Beach to check out a business that many of our friends have told us about, this Englishman who had opened a Hair Salon on the beach with his daughter Emma. My hair is very important to me and ge�ng a good haircut is a must, and that is what Anthony Jones is known for and excellent hair color to boot.

We have both been very dissa�sfied with the last few a�empts on designing our hair to suit our lifestyles; most of the so called stylists did not take into considera�on our age or understand that we both want to look great without a lot of fuss and bother.

The traffic was a bit heavy due to the summer visitors, but we arrived on �me to this charming yellow and white beach house on the beach road with a fabulous view of the Gulf of Mexico. We were greeted warmly by Anthony and Emma and they ask us if we would like a cold drink or a glass of wine before he started making us beau�ful.

Pam, my friend, went first since I was a li�le chicken a�er the last experiences. Anthony directed her to a styling chair and went on to explain the ten most important rules in designing a custom hairstyle to suit her. He first looked at her face shape and explained that there are five face shapes out there and told her her face shape was oval. The next was bone structure and head shape, a�er that was the type of her hair, the texture of her hair, then what sort of condi�on her hair was in, followed by the way the hair grows out of the head, plus cow licks, then her likes and dislikes and fashion. Wow! What a lot of things to get right.

So then Emma started with a relaxing shampoo and deep condi�oning, then for the next 30 minutes Anthony’s hands were a sea of mo�on, lastly a quick blow dry with hardly any fuss and presto she was finished! She was so happy and she could not believe the difference in her hair.

Now it was my turn, my hair especially in the summer gets

very frizzy and dry; I have tried everything out there for my hair with no success! Anthony explained that commercial hair products are made different to professional hair products.

Commercial shampoos are made of mild detergent and the condi�oners are based on petroleum oil. Where professional hair products are pure and natural and give back to the hair, he also went on to say that we should all wash our hair every day and condi�on our hair the same.

Anthony explained that at all �mes our hair has to have at least 8% moisture in it the same as our skin, we should treat our hair the same way as we treat our skin, by moisturizing it every day which made a lot of sense to me, since the last stylist told me not to wash my hair every day because in her mind it would dry it out. Anthony explained to me that yes using some drug store products would dry your hair out if washed daily. A�er we went through the ten rules, he took me to the shampoo area and treated me to the best shampoo and condi�oning my hair had ever had.

While shampooing, Emma explained to me what I should do in the morning in the shower, again stressing no over-thecounter hair products, that’s why my hair is dry and frizzy.

A�er shampooing and before condi�oning, towel blot the hair because the hair is porous like a sponge, pu�ng any condi�oner on one’s hair when it is full of water will not go into the hair itself, so blot it first then apply the product and leave it in while you are washing yourself. Then before you leave the shower, rinse and count up to 10 slowly and stop, just rinse the excess and no more.

A�er she explained to me the hows & whys, I understood.

They are like hair doctors, if we listen and do what they says it works! Anthony has his own line of products and everything he used on me was his and believe me the stuff works. The cut he gave me was wonderful; I walked out a new woman and so did Pam, no more frizzes! Oh, by the way he used a great product before he dried my hair called “POTION.” It is a gel with a lot of healing features with body, fabulous! I bought a bo�le. Best money we ever spent and yes, we are definitely going back. He is a true professional.

Well worth a visit!

Anthony’s salon is at 23175 Perdido Beach Boulevard in Orange Beach & their phone number is 251.974.1514.

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On the sixth day of Christmas my true love gave to me the entire day to shop, browse and enjoy the hand-made crafts and artwork at the 50th Annual Trim a Tree event at Tanger Outlets.

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On the seventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me a win on the Monopoly board! Take time this holiday season to stay home and reconnect with your loved ones by playing board games.

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On the eighth day of Christmas my true love gave me a closer look at the 8-inch Blakely rifles that Confederate troops used to defend Fort Morgan. With no summer sun beating down on the stone and earthen site, winter is a great time for history lovers and families to spend an entire day exploring the fort.

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On the ninth day of Christmas my true love gave to me nine fish caught right on Gulf State Pier. Cooler weather does not mean the end of the fishing season. Instead anglers should look for Black Drum, in season all winter, Sheepshead, found in December, February and March and Grouper, in season in December and January.

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On the tenth day of Christmas my true love helped me find the 10 new turtles placed around Gulf Shores this year as part of the Turtle Tracks Art on Parade. Every year 10 new turtles are displayed in and around Gulf Shores. Hurry and find the 2017 editions!

On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a long, mosquito-free walk along the newly constructed Gulf State Park trail systems. No mosquitos and no sweltering humidity. It’s the perfect time of year for a family hike.

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On the 12th day of Christmas my true love gave to me, 12 big, fat, scrumptious Gulf Shrimp! Make sure your Christmas dinner table includes locally caught Gulf seafood, brought in by our dedicated fishing boats. It wouldn’t be a Gulf Coast Christmas without it!

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. Tents (no larger than a 10x10 ft.) are allowed on the beach, but they have to be placed behind (North of) the designated sign marker post and should be removed before night.

Tents cannot be placed between the sign post and the Gulf of Mexico. This is for designated emergency and safety access.

BEACH FLAG WARNING SYSTEM

2. Pets are not allowed on the beach on the Gulf of Mexico or surrounding islands (Robinson, Bird, Walker). However they are allowed at the designated city Dog Park on Canal Rd. (Hwy 180) next to Sportsman Marina. All dogs should remain on a leash within the city limits.

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3. Glass in any form (bottle, cup, container, etc.) is strictly prohibited on our beaches and islands.

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4. A yellow or green flag posted along gulf beaches means to use caution while swimming in the gulf waters and is permitted.

A red flag means danger and one should not swim in the waters.

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Medium Hazard (light surf and or currents)

Low Hazard (calm conditions) High Hazard (rough conditions, such as strong surf and or conditions)

Double red flags mean that swimming in the waters is prohibited by law.

Water Closed to Public Use

Purple means WARNING! A jellyfish or other marine threat.

5. All trails and parks are free and open from daylight to dusk 7 days a week.

6. Fires or flames are strictly prohibited on the beach. This includes grills, tiki-torches, lanterns, open fire pits, candles, fireworks, etc.

7. Jet skis, boats, and any other motorized vessels, are prohibited from launching along the gulf front beaches.

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FOLEY American Legion Post 99 Saturdays at 6:30 p.m.

Gelato Joe’s Mondays at 7 p.m.

Good Time Charlie’s Tuesdays at 10 p.m.

The Office Lounge Wednesdays at 8 p.m.

FT. MORGAN Behind The Pines Wednesdays at 8 p.m.

Tacky Jacks Thursdays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.

GULF SHORES Pink Pony Pub every night at 7 p.m.

Tacky Jacks Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m.

Mudbugs Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.

ORANGE BEACH Island Times Daiquiri Fridays at 9 p.m.

Live Bait every night Tacky Jacks Tuesdays at 6 p.m.

Undertow Thursdays through Saturdays at 9:30 p.m.

Open Mic

FOLEY American Legion Post 99 Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 6:30 p.m The Office Lounge Tuesdays at 6 p.m.

GULF SHORES ByWater Bistro Tuesdays at 7 p.m.

Tacky Jacks Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.

ORANGE BEACH Tacky Jacks Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.

PERDIDO KEY Flora-Bama Mondays at 6 p.m.

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live local music It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas

Area churches will be awash with holly, greenery and the magical sounds of Christmas carols this month. Many parishes are holding special concerts featuring area artists and their own in-house choirs and musicians to celebrate.

Don your most festive sweater and join the fun.

GULF SHORES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1900 Gulf Shores Pkwy., Gulf Shores Children’s Christmas Concert Dec. 3, 11 a.m.

Children’s Christmas music and fun. Come and sing along! http://gulfshoresumc.org ST. ANDREW BY THE SEA Dec. 3, 4 p.m.

Choir Christmas Program and live nativity scene BALDWIN POPS BAND CONCERT “Movies and Miracles for Christmas” Dec. 7, 7 p.m.

1930 West 2nd Street, Gulf Shores Under the direction of Dr.

Jason Finehart, the Baldwin Pops Band will present musical selections including First Noel, Overture to Miracle on 34th Street, Christmas on Broadway, A Home Alone Christmas and many others. Tickets are required due to space.

Purchase tickets at Gulf Shores City Store, 1821 Gulf Shores Parkway. Limit of two tickets per person. http://baldwinpopsband.com

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF GULF SHORES 2200 West 1st St., Gulf Shores Christmas Festival Dec. 8 & 9, 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 10, 10:30 a.m.

Featuring First Baptist Church’s choir, orchestra, Johnny Hall and Voices of Mobile GULF SHORES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1900 Gulf Shores Pkwy., Gulf Shores Mark Hayes Traditional Christmas Concert Dec. 10, 7 p.m.

Along with performing some of his award-winning and

best-selling piano solos, Mark will direct the choir in singing excerpts from his brand-new “International Carol Suites” as well as other of his popular Christmas anthems.

ROMAR BAPTIST CHURCH 23370 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Dec. 10, 9 a.m.

“Mary Did You Know,” choir cantata GULF SHORES FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 309 East 21st Ave., Gulf Shores Dec. 14, 6:30 p.m.

“Sounds of Christmas,” performed by the choir HOLY SPIRIT EPISCOPAL CHURCH 616 W. Fort Morgan Road, Gulf Shores Dec. 17, 4 p.m.

“Lessons and Carols” performed by the choir FISHERMEN BAPTIST CHURCH 17117 River Rd, Bon Secour Dec. 24, 10:45 a.m.

“The Love of God at Christmas,” performed by the choir

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Holiday Beach Happenings Trivia

ORANGE BEACH Tacky Jacks Wednesdays at 6 p.m.

Celebrate Christmas with your toes in the sand Coastal Christmas events take place in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach through New Year’s Day

ONGOING WINTER AT THE WHARF

Bingo

FOLEY American Legion Post 99 Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

Moe’s Original Bar B Que Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

GULF SHORES American Legion Post 44 Mondays at 6 p.m.

Cultural Center Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

Tacky Jacks Tuesdays at 6 p.m.

ORANGE BEACH Flora-Bama Weekdays from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Tacky Jacks Wednesdays at 6 p.m.

Now through mid-January 23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach http://alwharf.com 251-224-1000 Events: • Ice Skating Rink Now until Jan. 14 4 – 10 p.m. (Monday – Friday) and 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. (Saturday – Sunday); see website for holiday school break times Admission: $10 for skating; $13 for skating and Ferris wheel; $80 for frequent skater pass • Photos with Santa Nov. 17 – Dec. 24 3 – 7 p.m. (Friday); 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Saturday); Noon – 6 p.m. (Sunday); Dec. 24: Noon – 2 p.m.

Admission: Various price packages • Horse & Carriage Rides Nov. 18 – 19, Nov. 26, Dec. 1 – 3, Dec. 8 – 10, Dec. 15 – 17 6 – 10 p.m.

Admission: $20 per carriage ride (up to 4 people); $5 for single rider • Holiday SPECTRA Sound & Light Spectacular Nov. 28 – Dec. 31 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Admission: Free

NOV. 16 – DEC. 21 50TH ANNUAL FOLEY ART CENTER TRIM-A-TREE

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10 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Monday – Saturday) and 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Sunday) Tanger Outlets, 2601 S. McKenzie St., #446 Foley http://foleyartcenter.com/ Admission: free Since 1967 The Foley Art Center sponsors the annual

“Trim a Tree” six week holiday Arts & Crafts show.

More than 150 artists and craftsmen members of the Foley Art Center display their handmade work for sale on consignment.

NOV. 24 TO DEC. 31 (CLOSED DEC. 25) BELLINGRATH’S 22ND ANNUAL MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS Bellingrath Gardens and Home, 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road, Theodore http://bellingrath.org 251-973-2217 Three million twinkling lights in more than 1,000 custom sets in 14 scenes throughout the gardens, stunningly decorated Bellingrath home and photos with Santa on weekends

NOV. 28 CITY OF ORANGE BEACH TREE LIGHTING AT THE WHARF Nov. 28 5:30 p.m.

The Wharf (23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach) http://alwharf.com Admission: Free Traditional tree lighting with live music, children’s activities and more

NOV. 30 BALDWIN HUMANE SOCIETY 22ND ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BY THE BAY

6 – 9 p.m.

The Venue, 105 S. Section St., Fairhope http://baldwinhumane.org/ Admission: $50, purchase tickets at https://www. brownpapertickets.com/event/3113727 Features live music from the dance band, Sicily Trio, food and bar by Tamara’s, and ever popular Rescues on the Runway. Established in 1979, the Baldwin County Humane Society is the only animal welfare organization serving all of Baldwin County. Volunteer driven and relies solely on donations and grants to

Clubhouse Drive to the Gulf Shores Public Beach http://gulfshoresal.gov 251-968-1171 Admission: Free Floats decked out in holiday décor will roll down Gulf Shores Parkway to the Gulf Shores Public Beach

SOUTH BALDWIN COMMUNITY THEATRE PRESENTS: A CHRISTMAS STORY

ICE SKATING AT THE WHARF provide services. Private non-profit, no-kill facility that receives no government funding.

DEC. 1 CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK Begins at 6 p.m.

Heritage Park, 101 E. Laurel Ave., Foley http://visitfoley.com Admission: Free

Come out to hear Christmas carols, sip hot cocoa, enjoy the lighting of the Christmas Tree, and visit with Santa. Free cocoa and snacks for all!

CITY OF GULF SHORES LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE 6:30 p.m.

Dec.1 – 3 and 8 – 10 7:30 p.m. (Dec. 1-2 and 8-9); 2 p.m. (Dec. 3 and 10) South Baldwin Community Theatre, 2022 W. 2nd St., Gulf Shores http://SBCT.biz 251-968-6721 $18 for adults; $15 for students Based on the movie with the same name, Ralphie Parker spends the holidays avoiding bullies and dreaming of the perfect Christmas gift — a Red Ryder bb gun

DEC. 2 LET IT SNOW 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

SNOWBIRD GOLF @ GULF SHORES GOLF CLUB JANUARY 2 - APRIL 26 WEEKLY DROP-IN SWING CLINICS Mondays 3:15 - 4:00 pm Tuesdays 9:15-10:00 am

WEEKLY DROP-IN SHORT GAME CLINICS

Thursdays 3:15 - 4:00 pm All Clinics $10 and include range balls and instruction. No sessions January 25 and February 12-15

ANNE GAJDA, LPGA TEACHING PROFESSIONAL pars4me@comcast.net 734-347-3219 www.pars4megolf.com Golf Digest “Best Teacher in Your State” Fox Hills Learning Center, Plymouth, MI

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FOLEY ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE

251-968-7200 Admission: Free Gifts, fine arts, arts and crafts, jewelry, clothes, food vendors, door prizes, story time with Mrs. Claus and more produced by the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber and the city of Orange Beach

SOUTH BALDWIN COMMUNITY THEATRE PRESENTS: A CHRISTMAS STORY

Heritage Park, 101 E. Laurel Ave., Foley http://visitfoley.com Bring your mittens to Heritage Park beginning at 11 a.m. directly following the Christmas Parade.

Come out to hear live musical performances, listen to Mrs. Claus tell stories, make arts and crafts in the Children’s Art Village, and of course play in the SNOW! Concessions are sold on site.

FOLEY ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE

10 – 11 a.m. http://visitfoley.com Parade route will be downtown near the intersection of Hwy. 59 and Hwy. 98

GCAA CHRISTMAS ART MARKET

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church of Gulf Shores, 309 E. 21st Ave., Gulf Shores http://gulfcoastartsalliance.com 251-948-2627 The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance (GCAA) is excited to announce its upcoming Christmas Art Market Saturday. Local and regional artists will be set up inside and outside. This indoor/outdoor market is the perfect time to start your holiday shopping.

Give the gift of art this year with classic “one of a kind” pieces such as hand-made ornaments, Christmas cards, scented candles, jewelry, pottery, wood art, textile art and beautiful paintings! The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance is a nonprofit organization with office and gallery at 225 E. 24th Ave. in the Waterway Village district of Gulf Shores.

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DEC. 7 BALDWIN POPS BAND CONCERT

“Movies and Miracles for Christmas” 7 p.m.

1930 W. 2nd St., Gulf Shores http://baldwinpopsband.com Under the direction of Dr. Jason Finehart, the Baldwin Pops Band will present musical selections including First Noel, Overture to Miracle on 34th Street, Christmas on Broadway, A Home Alone Christmas and many others.

Tickets are required due to space. Purchase tickets at Gulf Shores City Store, 1821 Gulf Shores Pkwy. Limit of two tickets per person.

DEC. 8 6TH ANNUAL MERRY MARKET

Dec. 8 – 9 Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf, 4671 Wharf Pkwy., Orange Beach

32ND CHRISTMAS ANNUAL LIGHTED BOAT PARADE

Dec.1 – 3 and 8 – 10 7:30 p.m. (Dec. 1 – 2 and 8 – 9); 2 p.m. (Dec. 3 and 10) South Baldwin Community Theatre, 2022 W. 2nd St., Gulf Shores http://SBCT.biz 251-968-6721 $18 for adults; $15 for students Based on the movie with the same name, Ralphie Parker spends the holidays avoiding bullies and dreaming of the perfect Christmas gift — a Red Ryder bb gun

DEC. 9 SANTA DROP AT FLORA-BAMA

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Flora-Bama, 17401 Perdido Key Drive, Pensacola http://FloraBama.com 850-492-0611 Admission: Free Santa will make a grand entrance to the Alabama Gulf Coast by safely skydiving and landing on Flora-Bama’s beachfront; activities include photos with Santa, food, holiday treats, Christmas carols and more

LULU’S PRESENTS BILLY CLAUS AND THE LULUBELLES 1 p.m.

LuLu’s, 200 E. 25th Ave., Gulf Shores http://lulubuffett.com 251-967-5858 Admission: Free Based on Lucy Buffett’s holiday children’s book, Santa’s warm-weather-loving younger brother Billy Claus and his LuLuBelles come to town; activities include arts and crafts, Santa letter station, photos with Billy and more

LIGHTED BOAT PARADE DINNER CRUISE

4:30 – 8 p.m.

Hudson Marina, 4575 South Wilson Blvd., Orange Beach http://hudsonmarina.net 251-981-4127 Admission: $59 Ride aboard the Perdido Queen Paddlewheel for dinner, live music and a cash bar while cruising in the 32nd Annual Christmas Lighted Boat Parade

32ND ANNUAL CHRISTMAS LIGHTED BOAT PARADE 5 p.m.

Begins at LuLu’s, 200 E. 25th Ave., Gulf Shores 251-968-7200

Admission: Free Boats decked out in holiday decor will begin the parade at LuLu’s at Homeport Marina in Gulf Shores and end at Cobalt Restaurant in Orange Beach

1ST ANNUAL POLAR EXPRESS

Foley Depot Museum Dec. 9 and Dec. 23 The Foley Depot Museum with the help of the Copper Kettle Tea Room will be hosting the 1st annual Polar Express event. This will allow “ticket-holders” the opportunity to ride the Polar Express to the “North-pole” and visit with Santa while enjoying treats and a reading of the story “Polar Express”. They may also encounter different personalities from the story. The first departure will be 2:30 p.m. Ticket holder should plan to be at the Depot Museum by 2:15 p.m.

The second departure will be at 3:45 p.m. and likewise ticket holders should be at the Depot Museum by 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 each and may be purchased at the Foley L&N Depot Museum office — call 943-1818 or the Copper Kettle Tea Room call 609-2832. The event benefits the Foley Depot Museum

DEC. 10 HAPPY HOWLIDAYS KID AND PET PARADE

2 – 4 p.m. http://alwharf.com If you love a good parade like the rest of us, this one will have ya waggin’ with glee! The first annual Happy Howlidays Kid and Pet Parade at The Wharf is the pawfect occasion to put the whole family into the festive spirit. Strut down Main Street with your pup, pig, or parrot dressed in full spirit-of-the-season wear. That goes for humans as well! Our buddies at FurreverHomes Rescue will be there for all the fun with several adoptable furbabies. Bring those portable sleighs, lighted wagons, or Elf-booted feet for walkin’ and join us for a procession you’ll never furrrget.

DEC. 13 – DEC. 24 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

The Wharf (4671 Wharf Pkwy., Orange Beach) A dozen consecutive days of savings? Yes please! Join us for our 12 Days of Christmas shopping promotion Dec. 13 – 24 for one-dayonly specials from various tenants at The Wharf.

New, exclusive deals specific to each date will be

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announced, counting down to the big day!

DEC. 14 LIGHT UP THE ARTS

5 – 7 p.m.

Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach, 26389 Canal Rd., Orange Beach A fun, holiday filled day includes Hot Shop glass blow out and Clay Studio raku firing demos , a performance by the Dolphin Sound Ensemble from Gulf Shores Elementary, a special book signing by Coastal Arts Center artist Simone Lipscomb for her book “Finding Home: The Life of Stella Sea Turtle,” hot chocolate, Christmas treats, raffles and more!

DEC. 16 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

8 a.m.

Erie Meyer Civic Center http://gulfshoresal.gov 251-968-1171 Admission: $5; free for children 3 and under Families may enjoy a breakfast spread and photos with jolly old Saint Nick

DEC. 16 JINGLE JUBILEE KIDS

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CRAFT DAY

The Wharf, 4671 Wharf Parkway, Orange Beach Noon – 4 p.m. http://alwharf.com Admission: free It’s true that your kiddos are the original masterpieces, but now we wanna see you make a few to display for the holidays! Come DIY at The Wharf during our inaugural Jingle Jubilee Kids Craft Day. It will be any budding artist’s playground. There will be crafting stations at various stores and restaurants, a Coastal Christmas Art Contest exhibition, face painting, and much more. Don’t worry about bringing anything — your imagination should be more than enough!

DEC. 23 1ST ANNUAL POLAR EXPRESS

Foley Depot Museum Dec. 9 and Dec. 23 The Foley Depot Museum with the help of the Copper Kettle Tea Room will be hosting the 1st annual Polar Express event. This will allow “ticket-holders” the opportunity to ride the Polar Express to the “North-pole” and visit with Santa while enjoying treats and a reading of the

story “Polar Express”. They may also encounter different personalities from the story. The first departure will be 2:30 p.m. Ticket holder should plan to be at the Depot Museum by 2:15 p.m.

The second departure will be at 3:45 p.m. and likewise ticket holders should be at the Depot Museum by 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 each and may be purchased at the Foley L&N Depot Museum office — call 943-1818 or the Copper Kettle Tea Room call 609-2832. The event benefits the Foley Depot Museum

DEC. 30 MAKE IT TO THE LINE 4-MILE RUN/WALK AND 1-MILE FUN RUN

10 a.m.

Flora-Bama, 17401 Perdido Key Drive, Pensacola http://florabama.com 850-492-0611 Registration: Email Jessica Langston at jessica@florabama.com Individuals and groups may run, jog, walk or crawl to the Florida-Alabama line in this holiday race; special awards will be given in multiple categories; a portion of the proceeds will benefit Secret Santa, which helps local families with gifts, clothing, food and more at Christmas time

DEC. 31 NOON YEAR’S EVE AT LULU’S

NOON YEAR’S EVE AT LULU’S

10 a.m.

LuLu’s, 200 E. 25th Ave., Gulf Shores http://lulubuffett.com 251-967-5858 Admission: Free Join LuLu’s for a family New Year’s Eve celebration with kid-friendly “fireworks” — a beach ball drop — at noon and more

REELIN’ IN THE NEW YEAR AT THE WHARF

5 p.m.

The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach http://alwharf.com 251-224-1000 Admission: Free general admission; $5-10 for kids’ activities Reel in the New Year with family-friendly fun at The Wharf with live music, DJ entertainment, kids’ activities throughout the night and marlin drop and fireworks at midnight

FLORA-BAMA’S NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH 7 p.m.

Flora-Bama, 17401 Perdido Key Drive, Pensacola http://florabama.com 850-492-0611 Admission: $40 in advance through Dec. 30; $45 at the door (ages 21 and up); $55 at the door

(ages 18-20); $10 at the door (ages 18-20 who purchased an advanced ticket) Ticket price includes live music, food, party favors and champagne to ring the new year in Flora-Bama style

Come see what’s new and exciting at Pelican P lace!

HAIR STUDIO

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is proud to introduce its new merchants!

Help us welcome Bleus Burger, Everything Beautiful, Green Gift Company, Ivory West, KM Hair Salon, The Yard Milkshake Bar, Skin So Perfect, Tuscany Pizza and Grill and Xit Escape Room while experiencing open-air shopping and dining at our other favorite retailers and restaurants. Only minutes from the beach, you’ll find something for every taste at Pelican Place!

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BEACH ART

Glitter,

shine,

sparkle and sway Glass breathes life into Patrice Fishbein’s work

BY ALLISON MARLOW Turn your head slightly and the mermaid appears to move. Turn again and her tail glistens. Each time you glance back, there is a different sparkle, a new curve to her thick, pink tail or sudden splash of water.

Your eyes do not deceive you. This is the magic of Patrice Fishbein’s glass art.

Fishbein, a multi-media artist, has spent decades perfecting a complicated technique that breathes the wind and sea into her pieces.

The first question everyone asks, “How did you do that?”

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jobs to come together to create my work as it is today,” Fishbein said.

“It has been an evolution of art and style, starting with the simplest of ideas to the most intriguing detail.”

Fishbein starts simply by painting.

Once her creation is complete, she adds sheets of glass, recycled glass, re-purposed and broken antique glass and shells. Each shard allows her to create subtle color changes on her canvas.

Unlike some artists who flood their canvas with epoxy, Fishbein carefully places epoxy to create “movement, flair and sparkle.

“Epoxy seems to pull all of the elements together which creates the magic that inspires my art,” she said.

“It’s a layering process both mentally and physically.”

Fishbein is a 1976 graduate of the University of South Alabama’s art history program, and a Spanish Fort native. She raised her children and supported her husband in his dental business until he recently retired.

Now, she says, it’s her time to shine.

First and foremost, Fishbein is a painter. She has dabbled in stained glass as well as glass bead work.

When she creates a painting, she produces a product line of the image on several mediums to include cards, purses, canvas bags, linen hand towels and silk scarves. Her goal is to have a wide span of price points so her art is affordable to everyone.

That plan is working.

Her work is available exclusively at Black Eyed Susie’s antique gallery in Lillian where her work is among the most popular, and most regularly sold items available.

Fishbein works closely with gallery owner Susie Broxson to create displays. Often Fishbein said she is inspired by the antique furniture Broxson uses and builds a display from there working as many as six

hours a day in the studio to produce the stunning pieces.

“The volume she can produce is amazing,” Broxon said. “It sells well because people can feel everything she does, not just see it.”

Fishbein lives by the motto that “Art should be beautiful and magical all year, not just at

Christmastime.”

At Black Eyed Susie’s, where sailboats appear to float across the canvas, and you can almost feel the drops of sea water as sand pipers flutter and flip in the sea spray, the magic is real.

“The best part is someone walking in, falling in love with one of our displays of glass and taking a treasure home,” she said. “This takes me full circle from my college days as a designer and decorator.”

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dining

guide

Featuring Billy Claus of LuLu’s

in this issue

Bill’s By the Beach DeSoto’s Fish River Grill Flipdaddy’s

Gulf Shores Steamer Original Oyster House Tacky Jacks

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Tacky Jacks Mexican Garbage Nachos Peel & Eat Shrimp

Gator Bites

Crawfish Tails

Crab Claws

Crisp Luau Pork Bites “ Wangs”

Smoked Tuna Dip

Fried Pickles

Trigger Platter

Chicken Strips

Fried Green Tomato Fries

Shrimp PoBoy Firecracker Shrimp Po Boy

Grouper Tacos

Philly Cheese Steak

Grilled Tuna Samich

Chicken and Shrimp Wraps

Gulf Grouper Samich

Jacks Hand Pattied Burgers

Chicken BLT

“Tacky Shrimp”

Shrimp Platter

Oyster Platter

Ahi Tuna Platter

Shrimp & Grits

Crab Cake Dinner

Gulf Grouper Platter

Firecracker Shrimp Shrimp Tacos Shrimp & Cheese Grits

Royal Reds

Shrimp Platters

Fried Seafood Tri o Platter

Steamed Royal Reds

Ribeye Steak Platter Combo Platters

Seafood Salad’ Taco Salad Seared Tuna Salad Jacks House Salad Chicken Tender Salad Seafood Gumbo

Crawfish PoBoy

Flaky Fish PoBoy

Cajun Chicken Breast

Flaky Fish Platter

Oyster Po Boy

Famous Tacky Jacks Farmer’s Omelet Build Your Own Omelet Hash & Eggs

Shrimp Omelet Sunrise Egg Platter

Pork Chop & Egg Platter Breakfast Sandwich Shrimp & Cheese Grits

Breakfast Burritos

Belgian Waffle

French Toast

Wheel House Pancakes

Biscuits & Gravy

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Appetizer Selection

*Steamed Oysters, *Raw Oysters Seafood Gumbo, Crawfish Corn Chowder or Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Steamed Royal Red Shrimp Fresh Steamed Mussels Smoked Tuna or Shrimp Dip Blue Crab Claws Crab Cakes • Shrimp Skewer

Salads Shrimp Salad • Cobb Salad

Sandwiches

Served with chips and all the fixin’s *Hot & Juicy Hamburger *Tuna Sandwich Chicken Sandwich Hot Dog Grilled PoBoy’s *Steak Sandwich Crab Delight Grilled Cheese

Land Lover’s

Served with corn, potato and cole slaw *Filet Mignon *Ribeye Steak Grilled Chicken Garden Steamer

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Gettin’ Steamed Platters

“VOTED BEST VALUE” All Platters & Combos Are Served with corn, Potato and Cole Slaw Bay Steamer Ocean Steamer Small Steamer

Crawling Combos Royal Red Shrimp Alaskan Snow Crab Shrimp & Crab Combo *Shrimp & Oysters The Crab Bowl “Bucket O’ Reds”

Desserts

Key Lime Pie French Silk Chocolate Pie New York Style Cheesecake

A la Carte

Shrimp Skewer Snow Crab Cluster Lobster Tail

Sides

Cole Slaw, Corn or New Potatoes Cauliflower or Broccoli

Beverages

Coke, Diet Coke, Dr. Pepper, Sprite, Vault, Lemonade, Iced Tea

Fresh Fish Selection

Served with corn, potato and cole slaw Extra For Blackened Seasoning Red Fish, Mahi-Mahi, Tilapia, Whitefish or Our Fresh Catch *Yellowfin Tuna Crab Cakes Stuffed Fish

The “Little Shrimp” Selection Served with Chips 4 Oz. Burger • Hot Dog Grilled Chicken Fingers Grilled Cheese • (2)PB & J

Wines

By The Glass, By The Bottle, Premium Bottle

Merlot, White Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Cabernet, Pinot Grigio

Beer

Domestic Bottle Premium Bottle Domestic Draft By The Glass Premium Draft By The Glass Domestic Pitcher Premium Pitcher

Frozen Daiquiri

Strawberry, Pina Colada, Banana, Peach, Tequila sunrise, Margarita, Amaretto Orange Blossom, (Non-Alcoholic Daiquiri)

*All Prices Are Subject To Change Without Notice Due to Market and Availability* We Serve Our Food Hot & Fresh, So Please Allow Time For A Quality Product

Consumer Information: consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions, such as chronic illness of the liver or blood, or have immune disorders.

*Cooked To Order Items are Identified by Asterisks.

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*WHISKEY BACON 9.95

BRAXTON BREWERY BEER CHEESE 9.95

Flipdaddy’s Lager (brewed exclusively for us by Braxton Brewery) melded with sharp cheddar, American cheese, and spices. Served with warm pretzel bites drizzled with garlic butter.

Sweet and Tangy Whiskey reduction sauce, American cheese, Cherrywood smoked bacon, and crispy bacon bits.

FRIED PICKLES 8.95

*EL PASO 8.95

BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP 10.99

Roasted red peppers, fresh corn salsa, lettuce, queso cheese, and piquant chipotle mayo.

*SWISS BLISS 8.95

Grilled onions and mushrooms and a double hit of Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun.

*THE CHUCK NORRIS 9.95

Our spicy signature burger sauce, fire roasted green chile and jalapeño compote, lettuce, and Pepper Jack cheese.

*BIKINI BURGER 8.95

Our famous burger atop a cool bed of Spring Mix, topped with Havarti cheese and strawberry watermelon salsa.

*MAC DADDY 9.95

Grilled Mac-N-Cheese studded with bacon and topped with aioli on a pretzel bun.

*RISE & SHINE 10.95

Fried egg, crispy Cherrywood smoked bacon, lettuce, and tomato.

*THE FRENCH CONNECTION 9.95

Boursin cheese, aioli, and thinly sliced, deep fried red onion straws. *Consuming raw or undercooked food can increase your chances of acquiring a foodborne illness.

ENTREE SALADS Tossed greens, blackened chicken, fresh corn salsa, tortilla strips, cheddar cheese, and side of Chipotle Ranch dressing.

STRAWBERRY FIELDS 8.95

Fresh strawberry watermelon salsa atop a bed of mixed greens, toasted almonds, feta cheese, tangy Strawberry Vinaigrette dressing.

Add grilled chicken 3.00

THAI ONE ON 9.95

Tossed greens, grilled chicken, toasted almonds, Mandarin oranges, rice noodles, Poppy Seed dressing.

FRY ME TO THE MOON 9.95

Tossed greens, fried chicken tenders, chopped egg, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and choice of dressing.

Dressings

Ranch, Light Ranch, Bleau Cheese, Strawberry Vinaigrette, Honey Mustard, Poppy Seed, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Chipotle Ranch

All meals served with French fries, Mandarin oranges and a soft drink. For kids 10 and under

Cheeseburger

Chicken Tenders

Cream cheese, Frank’s Hot Sauce, and Bleu Cheese dressing mixed with pulled chicken. Baked until bubbly. Served with house made tortilla chips.

OTHER SIDE OF THE FARM BEAN ME UP 9.95

Our tasty black bean and veggie patty with Pepper Jack cheese, tortilla strips, and salsa.

CHICKEN TENDER MEAL 11.95

100% natural white meat, hand breaded and deep fried, served with mild, medium, or hot Buffalo sauce, BBQ sauce, or no sauce. French fries included!

POULTRY IN MOTION 8.95

Hand breaded, deep fried chicken breast, with hot sauce, spicy bacon, Monterey Jack cheese, lettuce, onion, tomato, on a bun.

JIVE TURKEY 9.95

A juicy turkey burger with roasted red peppers, provolone, and remoulade sauce.

CLASSIC WINGS 14.95

FROZEN BAR SMOOTHIES 2.99 | 4.99

Strawberry, Banana, Mango, Strawberry-Banana, Mango-Banana, Strawberry-Mango

SHAKES 2.99 | 4.29

Chocolate-Banana, Mango, Strawberry-Banana, Banana, Strawberry, Vanilla, Chocolate, Banana Split

Grilled Cheese

Grilled Cheese

LEMONADES 2.99 | 4.29 Frozen or over ice Classic, Strawberry, Mango

FRAPPES 4.29

Mocha Frappe, Chocolate Chip Frappe, Mocha Iced Coffee

Adult Drinks

FROZEN DAIQUIRIS WITH RUM

Strawberry, Banana, Mango, Strawberry-Banana, Mango-Banana, Strawberry-Mango

MARGARITAS WITH TEQUILA AND TRIPLE SEC

KIDS MEAL 6.99 CHOICE OF:

Breaded dill pickle spears deep fried and served with Ranch dressing.

Mild, medium, or hot Buffalo sauce, BBQ sauce, or a very sassy dry rub. Ranch or Bleu Cheese on the side, celery optional.

SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD 9.95

APPETIZERS

Frozen or over ice Classic, Strawberry, Mango, Curacao Blue

FROZEN MIXED DRINKS

Bushwacker Vanilla Ice Cream, vodka, kahlua, baileys, chocolate syrup Berried Treasure Strawberry shake with amaretto and rum Tropical Twist Mango banana smoothie with coco rum Banana Split Banana split shake with dark crème do cacao

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Voted “People’s Choice” “mustA-visit” Since 2004

•Best Lunch • Best Dinner • Best Seafood also been voted • Friendliest Staff

while in Gulf Shor es

C Casual l family f il atmosphere t h Reasonable prices • Senior menu available

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138 West 1st Ave Gulf Shores, AL

251-948-7294

www.Desotosseafoodkitchen.com

Seafood Kitchen SALA SA LA AD D SALADS Dressings: Honey-Mustard, Ranch, Bleu

Lunch L hM Menu

HOME-STYLE LUNCH SPECIALS

(Served with your choice of two side dishes) Saturday & Sunday - Add $1.00

Fried Shrimp - tail less Blackened Catfish Fried Catfish Broiled Flounder Fried Flounder Grilled Chicken Chicken Creole Fried Chicken Tenders Country Fried Steak Hamburger Steak Pork Chops Country Ham Vegetable Plate SANDWICHES

7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99

(Served with french fries)

Complimentary Ice Tea and Bread Served with All Dine in Lunch Entrees.

Add House or Substitute Salad for side dish 1.99 Po-Boy Sandwich 10.99 Cheeseburger 7.99 Crab Cake Po-Boy 11.99 *Monte Cristo Sandwich 8.99

STARTERS Oysters on the Half Shell 1/2 dozen 8.99................1 dozen 16.99 Southern Style Crab Cakes 12.99 Shrimp Remoulade 8.99 Crab, Spinach & Artichoke Dip 9.99 Coconut Shrimp 8.99 Stuffed Mushrooms 8.99 Alligator Bites 8.99 Fried Crab Claws 1/2 lb........17.99 1 lb........29.99 Tuna Dip 9.99 Sweet Potato French Fry Basket 9.99 Fried Green Tomatoes 6.99 GUMBO & SOUP Seafood Gumbo cup....4.75 bowl....6.49 Crab & Shrimp Bisque cup....5.25 bowl....7.99 FRIED SEAFOOD FAVORITES (Served with your choice of two side dishes)

Riviera Salad 7.25 - with pecan chicken tenders 9.99 - with chicken tenders 8.99 - with boiled shrimp 9.99 - with grilled or blackened chicken 8.99 Caesar Salad 7.25 - w/grilled or blackened chicken 8.99 - w/boiled shrimp 9.99 Gumbo & Salad - a cup of Seafood Gumbo and our 7.99 Bisque & Salad 8.50 SEAFOOD FAVORITES (Served with your choice of two side dishes)

Add House or Caesar Salad Substitute Salad for side dish Fried Butterfly Shrimp Fried Oysters Fried Crab Claws *Coconut Shrimp Grilled Shrimp Fried Seafood Platter

3.25 1.99 11.99 14.99 16.99 12.99 11.99 15.99

SEAFOOD PLATTERS

Dinner Menu

Butterfly Shrimp Tail-less Shrimp Bon Secour Oysters Crab Claws Fried Fish of the Day Shrimp & Flounder Shrimp & Oysters Fried Catfish

Cheese, Italian, Thousand Island, French, Low-Fat Ranch, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinegar, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Sesame Asian, Oil & Vinegar

16.99 14.99 18.99 20.99 17.99 17.99 18.99 15.99

(Served with your choice of two side dishes)

Shrimp Lover’s Platter Fried Seafood Platter Broiled Seafood Platter Creole Platter Caribbean Platter Crab Platter SEAFOOD SPECIALTIES

17.99 18.99 16.99 18.99 18.99 23.99

Stuffed Shrimp Shrimp Scampi Blackened Catfish Coconut Shrimp Grilled Shrimp Shrimp Creole Crawfish Etoufee Crab Cake Dinner STEAMED SEAFOOD

17.99 18.99 17.99 16.99 17.99 17.99 17.99 17.99

(Served with your choice of two side dishes)

(Served with new potatoes & one side)

Snow Crab Legs - 2 lbs.

29.99 Royal Red Shrimp - 1 lb.

28.99 Combo - 1/2 pound Royal Reds & 1 pound Snow Crab 27.99 TONIGHT’S CATCH (Served with your choice of two side dishes) Choose from the following preparation styles:

Fried Catch Blackened Catch Grilled Catch Broiled Catch

17.99 17.99 17.99 17.99

Broiled Seafood Platter 14.99 Stuffed Shrimp 12.99 Mahi-Mahi 11.99 Yellow-Fin Tuna 11.99 Tilapia 9.99 Grouper 12.99 Snow Crab Legs 16.99 Royal Reds - 3/4 lb.

16.99 Combo - 1/2 lb. Each 18.99 Crab Cakes - 2 cakes 13.99 PASTA Fettuccini Alfredo 10.99 - w\grilled or blackened chicken 11.99 - with shrimp or crawfish 13.99 Basil Pesto Pasta - with Roma Tomatoes 10.99 - with grilled chicken 11.99 - with shrimp 13.99 SIDE DISHES Fried Green Tomatoes ~ Green Beans Turnip Greens ~Sweet Potato Casserole Corn Fritters ~ French Fries Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy ~ Fried Okra Au Gratin Potatoes ~ Steamed Veggies Kernel Corn ~ Yellow Rice Black-Eyed Peas ~ Cole Slaw Lima Beans ~ Macaroni & Cheese

New Orleans Catch Mediterranean Catch Caribbean Catch *Pecan Encrusted Catch *Paneed Catch LAND LOVER’S FARE

22.99 22.99 18.99 21.99 22.99

(Served with your choice of two side dishes)

Hawaiian Rib-eye - (12 oz.)

22.99 - add jumbo grilled or fried shrimp add $5.00 Jamaica-Jerk Chicken 15.99 Grilled Chicken Breasts 15.99 Fried Chicken Tenders 15.99 PASTA Fettuccini Alfredo 14.99 - with grilled or blackened chicken 17.99 - with shrimp or crawfish 19.99 Scallops Alfredo 18.99 Shrimp & Pasta Marsala 21.99 Basil-Pesto Pasta 15.99 - with grilled chicken 18.99 - with shrimp 18.99 SIDE DISHES Substitute House or Caesar Salad for a Side Dish - Add $1.99 Sweet Potato Casserole ~ Cole Slaw Baked Potato ~ Steamed Vegetables Yellow Rice ~ French Fries Fried Green Tomatoes

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(Served w/ Fries, Coleslaw, Hushpuppies, Fried Okra, Tartar or Cocktail Sauce & Swamp Soup) Bayou Seafood Platter - Fried Gator, Frog Legs, Shrimp, Oyster, Catfish Seafood Platter - Fried Shrimp, Oyster, Catfish Cajun Golden Fried Catfish Platter - (U.S. Raised) tols Crawrefi’sshNoPthising Fried Select Oyster Platter The Like ‘Em! Fried Shrimp Platter - (Approx. 14-15) Fried Gator Platter

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APPETIZERS ~ SALADS ~ POBOYS & SANDWICHES ~ KIDS MENU DON’T FORGET YOUR SWEET THANG

“Sweet Thang” Signature Dessert! Redneck version of a New Orleans Beignet & Granny’s Apple and Peach Cobbler Rolled in Powdered Sugar. Mmmmm...this “thang” is SOOOOOO good!

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