Gulf Coast Buzz (July 3 – 16, 2015)

gulf coast Your 14-day guide to fun, food and entertainment

Camping fun! creative campfire food places to camp campground lingo

It’s snapper season

fishing tips and a recipe

Classes at Coastal Arts Center Blue Marlin Grand Championship

JULY 3 – 16, 2015

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

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Whew!

Although we in South Alabama have been wiping sweat from our foreheads for a few months, as far as the calendar is concerned, it is the middle of summer. Fourth of July is here and it’s time for fireworks, sparklers, barbecues and celebrating the independence of our great country.

As far as large events are concerned, there aren’t too many along the coast but our live music listings and 14-day calendar are packed, so be sure to check those pages out.

This issue of the Buzz is focused on camping. Although our county is home to miles and miles of white sand and Gulf water, travel a few miles north and you will find an abundance of nature, animals, flora and fauna. What better way to take advantage of the sites around us than spending a few days with it?

I grew up camping in a travel trailer and then a motorhome, and that is where my heart lies. I loved spending time with my family camping at the Gulf, in the mountains or a few miles down the road at Meaher Park on a school night. I have camped a few times in a tent as well, and each time it has rained … no comment on tent camping. I think for an unbiased opinion I need to go camping in beautiful weather.

Anyway, for the camping enthusiasts or beginners, we have tips for camping and cooking. Find a twist on favorite campfire treats: s’mores and weenies. There are so many variations of both these dishes and we’ve got a few ideas in store for you.

I hope this issue gives you a spark to try camping for yourself … and there is a campground on the beach, so no excuses there!

If you already are an RVer or backpacker, I hope you enjoy the recipes and encourage your friends and families to join you.

Happy camping!

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Your 14-day guide to fun, food and entertainment

Camping fun! creative campfire food places to camp campground lingo

It’s snapper season

fishing tips and a recipe

Classes at Coastal Arts Center Blue Marlin Grand Championship

JULY 3 – 16, 2015

GULF COAST MEDIA

Vol. 2 Issue 6

JULY 3 – 16

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

Cover photo is by Jay Sowers.

ABOUT THE COVER There are countless variations on the classic s’mores recipe. Next time you find yourself around a campfire, or even just in your kitchen, give these twists a try.

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

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COVER STORY

WHERE TO GO Camping in Baldwin County Great places to camp plus camping lingo. 7 Blue Marlin Grand Championship “The greatest show in sportfishing.” 12

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Fourth of July Fireworks and fun in Baldwin County. 14

A&E Culturally Speaking Spotlight on Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach. 22 The Buzz on the Coast 14 Days, our comprehensive calendar. 9 Local Live Music Baldwin County music listings. 19

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Campfire food Get creative around the campfire. 5

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OUTDOORS

Tastings What’s in a name? 18

Aiming and Angling It’s snapper season! 16

FAMILY FUN

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An ode to overreacting A cautionary tale about parenthood. 13

Between the pages “The Ocean at the End of the Lane”

by Neil Gaiman. 15 Puzzles Test your brain. 23

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Get creative around the campfire Sometimes you just need a change. There are endless possibilities to the typical s’mores and weenies.

If you don’t have time, energy or just don’t want to go camping, but have a hankering for s’mores, try this indoor s’more recipe. No finding metal clothes hangers, starting a fire and less mess to clean up.

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Heat oven to 400 F. Lay the graham crackers on a cookie sheet, broken in half. Top with chocolate pieces to cover. If using regular-size grahams, leave marshmallows whole. If using a quarter of a graham cracker, use kitchen scissors to snip marshmallows in half horizontally.

Bake until the marshmallows are puffed and golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with the remaining graham crackers, pressing down slightly to make a sandwich. Serve immediately, while still warm.

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Campfire strawberries

A recipe doesn’t get simpler than this.

n Marshmallow fluff n Strawberries

Dip strawberries in marshmallow fluff. Roast away.

Try these other variations.

Roasted vanilla marshmallow and graham cracker with:

Campfire cooking with foil packs Foil packet cooking tips n Use heavy duty foil. You don’t want the foil to rip and let ashes get in and your dinner leak out. If you use regular foil, double up on the sheets. If your food is heavy, and/or if you plan to eat directly from the pack, it’s a good idea to double up even on the heavy duty sheets. n Spray the side of the foil on which you’re going to place the food with cooking spray before you add your ingredients and seal it up. n When placing your ingredients on the sheet of foil, always put the meat on the bottom as it takes the longest to cook. n Cook your foil packet on the fire’s coals, not in the fire itself.

Ideally, you want to place the packet on a bed of coals about 2 inches thick. n Hard, raw vegetables like carrots and potatoes take a long time to cook. If you don’t want to wait, use the canned variety. n When cooking meat, throw in some high-moisture veggies like tomatoes and onions. This will keep the meat from drying out. n Cooking times will depend on how hot the fire is and the kind of food in the packet. Flip the packets over a few times during cooking, and open to check on how the food is progressing from time to time. n When it’s finished cooking, open your foil packet carefully, as it’s full of hot steam!

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1 chicken breast 1 cup broccoli 1/2 cup prepared rice 1 can cream of chicken soup Ranch dressing Cheddar cheese

Pound the chicken thinly as chicken can take a while to cook.

Mix together the broccoli, soup and cheese. Add spices and condiments. Place the chicken breast on the center of the foil. Top with the soup mix and then rice. Seal in a tent pack.

Cook on hot coals for about 25 minutes. (The thicker your chicken breast, the longer it will take.)

n Lemon meringue pie: lemon curd, homemade or store bought n Ice cream sundae: strawberries, bananas, dark chocolate, caramel sauce, pecans/almonds n Samoa: melted caramel, toasted coconut and chocolate n Strawberry lemonade: fresh strawberries and lemon curd n Grasshopper: Andes Mints with chocolate graham crackers n Blueberry or raspberry jam with whipped cream cheese n Fresh apple slices and caramel n Nutella and banana n Cinnamon graham cracker, dulce de leche and bananas n Ghirardelli caramel or raspberry filled chocolate squares n Triple berry: blueberries, raspberries and blackberries plus chocolate or white chocolate n Roasted sweet potato slices n Fresh mango slices n Toasted coconut with macadamia nuts or pineapple n Lime curd and shredded sweetened coconut n Raspberry jam or raspberry curd and dark chocolate n Sprinkle orange zest over chocolate, with chocolate grahams n Use cookies and cream bars instead of chocolate bars n Use Reese’s peanut butter cups instead of chocolate bars n Use pretzels or Ritz crackers instead of graham crackers n Use mini marshmallows with vanilla or chocolate Teddy Grahams and mini squares of chocolate

Catch of the day n Fish, filleted n 1/4 cup onions n 1 tablespoon butter, melted n Lemon juice n Salt n Pepper n Parsley n Dill n Paprika

Mix the melted butter with a dash of lemon juice and the above spices to taste (with the exception of the paprika). Place the onions on the foil sheet. Place the fish on top and sprinkle with paprika. Wrap the foil in a flat pack.

Place on hot coals and scoop some hot coals on top of the packet. Cook for 15-20 minutes.

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WHERE TO GO

Get out and enjoy So you and your family have decided to explore the unexplored at the many campgrounds in Baldwin County. With numerous campgrounds to choose from, here are three state parks with campgrounds for RVs, tents and cabins.

Gulf State Park

Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores has almost 500 camping sites with modern bathhouses. Gulf State Park Campground has 20, 30 and 50-amp service, water and sewer hookups and fishing, boating and water skiing opportunities are just steps away. The park is also close to many parks, shopping, restaurants, live entertainment venues and the beach.

Contact: 251-948-7275; AlaPark.com/GulfState

Meaher State Park Campground

Meaher State Park Campground in Spanish Fort has 56 new campsites with 20, 30 and 50-amp electrical connections with water and sewer hookups. The park is located at 5200 Battleship Parkway, also known as the Causeway. The campground also features a new bathhouse with laundry facilities for overnight campers.

Contact: 251-626-5529; AlaPark.com/Meaher

Historic Blakeley State Park

Historic Blakeley State Park, located at 34745 Highway 225 in Spanish Fort has two campgrounds.

Apalachee Campground is a modern campground with secluded wilderness sites with underground utilities.

These uniquely designed sites with pull-throughs are located in a mini-park area offering privacy from other campers and park visitors. These sites are designed and built to accommodate the largest recreational vehicles.

Harper Campground is for tents and pop-ups only with nice sites that have fire rings and picnic tables, but no utilities. Restrooms are nearby, and it’s open daily.

Resting on the Tensaw River Delta, Historic Blakeley State Park has miles of trail connecting archeological sites of Indian Villages, a French plantation, the 1813 town of Blakeley and more. Blakeley is where the last known combined-forces battle of the Civil War was waged.

Contact: 251-626-5581; BlakeleyPark.com

Backcountry camping Off the beaten path, a new addition of camping has been added to the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail on the Cotton Bayou in Orange Beach. Real timber used to frame the porches creates a woodsy feel. The Outpost has three canopy tents up on a wooden platform with four cots each. Four chairs and firewood are also provided.

Contact: Gulf State Park, 251-948-7275.

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Camping lingo For those that have never camped before, or just need to brush up on their tent-pitching or s’mores-roasting, here’s a list of words you may have heard but don’t know exactly what they mean.

RV: recreational vehicle. This vehicle typically has the living space of a home, either towed behind a vehicle or driven from within. Pull behind campers include travel trailers and fifth-wheels.

Motorhome: a type of RV that is driven inside the same area as the living quarters.

Primitive camping: camping without the amenities of electricity, running water or plumbing. Don’t start running yet, though. If the weather is nice and you’re able to score a campsite near a bathhouse, you’re in good shape.

Pop-up camper: A type of towed RV that can be collapsed for easy storage and transport. When set up, this type of trailer provides a large amount of interior space compared to its size when collapsed.

Its relatively affordable price makes it a popular choice for some RVers and its small size contributes to easier towing than many other types of campers.

Bathhouse or Comfort station: Found in most campgrounds, these buildings have toilets, showers and sinks for primitive campers in tents or pop-ups, or those unable to access water in their camper. Some bathhouses include laundry facilities as well.

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Compiled by Allison Woodham Email calendar items to allison@gulfcoastmedia.com

Your guide to fun, food and entertainment ONGOING Sunset Festival Aloha Hospitality and other sponsors have partnered to create an atmosphere of fun and entertainment with live music, street performers, drink specials and games for the whole family.

Professional street performers straight out of Key West, South Beach and New Orleans will also be onsite entertaining folks with their tightroping, dog acts, fire breathers, jugglers, magicians, face painting clowns, sword swallowers and more.

I Thursdays through August; 7 – 11 p.m.; The Wharf I Free admission I alwharf.com; 251-224-1000 Sunday Sunset Beach Services Dress as casual or dressy as you’d like, bring chairs, coolers, toys, whatever you’d like to be comfortable. Music and a speaker each Sunday (weather permitting).

Other dates are July 12, 19, 26; August 2, 9, 16.

I Sundays through August 16; 6 – 7 p.m.; Cotton Bayou Beach Access, 26026 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach Fish Fry The public is invited to dine in or carry out. Each meal includes fried fish, baked beans, cake, coleslaw, hushpuppies and potato salad. The church is located at the intersection of County Road 10 and 49. The fish fry dates are Aug. 6, Sept. 3 and Oct. 1.

Catch the USSSA Global Sports Baseball World Series 4 July 6 through July 11.

I First Thursday through October; 5 – 7 p.m.; St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Bon Secour I Donation of $10 are welcome Free Summer Kids Show Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Sameday ticketing only. Schedule as follows: July 7, 8, 9 “Alpha & Omega” (PG); July 14, 15, 16 “Astro Boy” (PG); July 21, 22, 23 “The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge out of Water” (PG); July 28, 29, 30 “The Book of Life” (PG); August 4, 5, 6 “Sesame Street: Follow That Bird” (G).

I Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday through August 6; 10 a.m.; Cobb Pinnacle 14, Gulf Shores I CobbtTheatres.com Gulf Coast Farmers Market

Market open October through July.

I Saturdays; 8 a.m. – noon; Gulf State Park Pavilion I Free admission Ballroom Dance Classes Enjoy a buffet dinner, cash bar and one hour of dance instruction followed by one hour of open dance floor. Reservations are required. Partners are welcome, but not necessary.

I Wednesdays, 6 – 8 p.m.; Shipp’s Harbour Grill I $20 per person I 251-981-4119 Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermen’s Market I Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; County Road 20, Foley I Free admission

I CoastalAlabamaMarket.com; 251-943-1545 Ark of India: An Alabama artist explores Southern Asia An account of late 19th and early 20th century India as seen

by Alabama artist Roderick D. MacKenzie, using his paintings, drawings, sculptures and most importantly, photographs and writings. MacKenzie spent more than a decade in India, a place he described as exotic, dangerous and colorful. MacKenzie was the official painter of the Delhi Durbar in 1903, which marked the coronation of King Edward VII. I Through Sept. 1; History Museum of Mobile I Adult, $7; seniors, $6; students, $5 I HistoryMuseumofMobile.com

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THE BUZZ ON THE COAST First Friday Art Walk Begins at Fairhope Art Center, stroll through downtown Fairhope visiting art galleries and listening to music.

I 6 – 8 p.m.; downtown Fairhope I Free admission I 251-928-2228

2015 USSSA Global Sports Baseball World Series 4 Batter up! Come join the fun as elite baseball teams take the fields to battle out for the USSSA Global Sports Baseball World Series title.

I Through July 11; multiple facilities I USSSA.com; 256-651-1686

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FRIDAY, JULY 10

Fireworks in Baldwin County For details see page 14

Awakening Tent Revival on the Cross Project Land I 6:30 p.m.; 16900 County Road 73 (corner of County Road 73 and County Road 32)

MONDAY, JULY 6 Level 1 Beginner Sail Camp For youth ages 7 to 13 years. Students will be partnered in boats (depending on size), and will learn basic sailing fundamentals in our Optimist sailboats. Students learn water safety, knot tying, steering, proper sail trim, tacking and jibing and capsize recovery.

The center ensures a 5:1 ratio between students and instructors.

Other dates are July 13, 20, 27, August 3.

I Through July 10; 9 a.m. – noon; Wind & Water Learning Center, Orange Beach I WindAndWaterLearning. com; 251-424-5909; charris@ cityoforangebeach.com

Grab a towel, chair, a bottle of water and watch the Blues fly high July 11.

SATURDAY, JULY 11 2015 Gulf Coast Region Grand Championship Beach Volleyball Hit the beach for volleyball action.

Over 150 young athletes compete to see who will win the 2015 Grand Championship I Gulf Shores Public Beach, West Gulfplace I GulfCoastVolleyball.org; 251-968-8719 Blue Angels Pensacola Beach Air Show Witness exhilarating stunts and heart-stopping maneuvers at the Pensacola Beach Air Show. The

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Navy’s flight demonstration team, along with civilian and other military aircraft, will perform aerial acrobatics over the Gulf of Mexico during a day of highflying fun. Air show fans will have

ample opportunities to see the world-famous Blues in action on Pensacola Beach.

I National Museum of Naval Aviation, Pensacola, Florida I BlueAngels.Navy.Mil/Show/; 850-453-2389

MONDAY, JULY 13 USSSA Recreation Softball World Series Check out softball rising stars as the action heats up. Over 30 teams compete for the Recreation World Series Title.

I Through July 18; Gulf Shores Sportsplex I 256-990-0978 Kaleidoscope Summer Fine Arts Camp The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance

July 3 – 16, 2015 Summer Fine Arts Camp gives young people a unique glimpse into the extraordinary world of fine arts by participating in both hands-on classes and experiencing several professional performances. The camp encompasses all realms of the fine arts, including music, dance, drama and theatre, pastels, pottery, mosaics, watercolor and textiles (weaving and batiking).

Offered to those entering second through eighth grade this fall, students will be able to indicate class preference.

I Through July 17; 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; First Presbyterian Church of Gulf Shores I $100 for first student; $85 for additional brothers and sisters I GulfCoastArtsAlliance. com; 251-948-2627 USSSA Global Sports Baseball World Series 5 USSSA and Alabama’s Gulf Coast team up to deliver a World Series event like no other. Great accommodations, sandy white beaches, first class facilities, family friendly restaurants and attractions.

Check out baseball action on the coast as the best travel ball teams in the nation compete to win the USSSA Global Sports Baseball World Series title.

I Through July 18; Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Foley I USSSA.com; 256-651-1686

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GulfCoastNewsToday.com awareness and more. Get your whole family involved in scuba diving so you can share extraordinary memories together and take your vacations to new depths. Check out PADI’s youth camps below for children ages 8 to 14 years old.

I Through July 16; Gulf Shores Bodenhamer Recreation Center; session 1: 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.; session 2: 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.; snorkel trip: July 16, 8 a.m.

I $275 I DownUnderDiveShop.

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FRIDAY JULY 17 The 82nd Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, a Project of the Mobile Jaycees, is the largest fishing tournament in the world. The ADSFR is a three-day Captain’s Choice tournament and a Southern Kingfish Association (SKA) sanctioned event. The total awards package is valued up to $1 million dollars in cash and prizes and anchored by two boat, motor and trailer packages. The ADSFR has donated over $200,000 to the University of South Alabama

Department of Marine Sciences and annually funds academic scholarships.

I Through July 19; Dauphin Island I Ticket prices and competition tickets vary I ADSFR.com

SATURDAY, JULY 18 2015 Gulf Coast Region USA Volleyball Beach Series VI Don’t miss beach volleyball in Gulf Shores as the season winds down with a final chance for young athletes to bump, set and spike.

Register today and get ready for some great competing on the beach.

I Gulf Shores Public Beach, West Gulfplace I GulfCoastVolleyball.org; 251-968-8719 Fish Fry Sponsored by The Eastern Shore Republican Women, this fish fry benefits The Baldwin County Veterans Court. Special “celebrity” servers.

I 5:30 – 8 p.m.; American Legion Post 199, Fairhope I $25 donation I 251-929-0963; Sbrush2002@aol.com

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Blue Marlin Grand Championship of the Gulf

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n just a few short years, it has become “the greatest show in sportfishing,” and for good reason. The week is packed full of exciting events for both the crew and spectators. If there’s just one tournament you fish or attend in 2015, make sure it’s this one. You will not be disappointed. Don’t miss the tournament weigh-ins on Friday and Saturday.

So what makes this such a special event? Here’s your answer ... a world-class location. The Wharf Entertainment Complex and Marina in Orange Beach is a perfect spot to host a high-energy event like the Blue Marlin Grand Championship. There are plenty of options for dining and entertainment just steps from the marina.

Just dock and go.

Tournament events open to the public Wednesday July 8th: I 9 p.m.: Miss Billfish Contest on tournament stage presented by Lucca and Pelagic

Thursday July 9th: I Orange Beach / Gulf Shores Billfish Boat Parade; Canal Road I 6 p.m.: Sunset Festival with The Brian Hill Band

Friday July 10th: I 7 p.m.: Weigh-In Spectacular; Presentation of Colors; National Anthem; opening introduction video presentation I 7 – 10 p.m.: Tournament weigh-in presented by Saunders Yachtworks and hosted by Jim Cox

Saturday July 11th: I 5 pm: Weigh-In Spectacular; Presentation of Colors; National Anthem; opening introduction video presentation I 5 – 10 p.m.: Tournament Weigh-In, “The Greatest Show in Sportfishing!” hosted by Jim Cox I Live television coverage on Mobile’s NBC 15 WPMI I 10 p.m.: Announcement of the tournament champions

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if you go WHAT: Blue Marlin Grand Championship of the Gulf WHEN: Tuesday, July 7 – Sunday, July 12 WHERE: The Wharf Marina, Orange Beach FIND OUT MORE: TheWharfMarina.com/bmgc; 251-224-1900; beverly@cmmmarinas.com

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FAMILY FUN

By Crystal Cole crystal@gulfcoastmedia.com

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An ode to overreacting ’m going to take a break from writing about activities to share a story with you. This story is called “the thousandth time I overthought something about my child.”

Addy is almost nine months old now, and at her next checkup, she gets blood work done. The tests should reveal how much iron she has, as the stores she had at birth begin depleting after six months.

Now, she’s started solids (albeit at a glacial pace).

She gets a cereal concoction for brunch, and in the evening she gets a meat, fruit or vegetable. She’s even feeding herself small bits of real banana, but that’s just me bragging.

The point being, she was completely fine until I began panicking about the doctor visit. My mother spoke at length with the pharmacist at CVS and brought me a multivitamin with iron.

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Huzzah! Now I could relax. That is, until she stopped pooping. For five days. We gave her prunes Saturday and waited. She strained and strained until I thought her little, red head would explode.

We finally saw a couple of number twos Sunday and into Monday, and they were hard as bricks. My poor daughter. My ability to find a problem anywhere caused her physical discomfort.

Moral of this tale: don’t ever rectify a problem that doesn’t exist. Relax. Your child would tell you if something was wrong. At a very loud volume, I might add.

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NORTH BALDWIN City of Bay Minette Fireworks Gather at your favorite fireworks spot to view the bursts shot from behind Bay Minette Elementary School.

I Fireworks begin at dusk I 251-580-1619

EASTERN SHORE City of Fairhope Fourth of July Celebration and Fireworks Display I July 4; Baldwin Pops concert begins at 7:30 p.m., fireworks begin at 9 p.m.; Henry George Park and Fairhope Municipal Pier I 251-929-1466 Daphne’s Independence Day Celebration Lawn chairs or blankets and insect repellent are a must for this fireworks display.

I July 4; 5:30 p.m.; Al Trione Park

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CENTRAL BALDWIN City of Robertsdale Fireworks I July 4; 9 p.m.; Garrett Park Town of Summerdale Fireworks I July 4; Pioneer Park

SOUTH BALDWIN Fourth of July Celebration Fireworks begin at 8:45 with light shows at 8:30, 9, 9:30 and 10 p.m.

I July 4; 7 – 10 p.m.; The Wharf, Orange Beach I alwharf.com Independence Cook-Out Party at Bear Point Celebrate Independence Day weekend with a big cookout, live auction, raffle, bake sale and children’s beauty contest.

Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase barbecue or

hotdog plates, baked goods, raffle tickets for great prizes and to bid on items in the live auction. The beauty contest is open to children age 10 and younger, and will begin at 11:30 a.m.

I July 4; 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Bear Point Civic Association, Orange Beach I Free admission; $10 registration for beauty contest I BearPoint.org; 251-610-8063 Fort Morgan’s Salute to American Independence Historical interpreters, dressed in period uniforms of the United States Army from different eras of the fort’s occupation, will conduct special guided tours of the fort throughout the day.

I July 4; 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Fort Morgan, 110 State Highway 180 W., Gulf Shores I $7 for adults, $5 for seniors (65+) and $4 for children (6–12)

I 251-540-7127; FortMorgan.org City of Gulf Shores Fireworks I July 4, 2015; 9 p.m.; Fireworks visible from all local beaches I GulfShoresAL.com Independence Day AllAmerican BBQ Festival Celebrate Independence Day at the Flora-Bama with all-American barbecue and the Miss Firecracker bikini contest.

I July 4; 3 p.m.; Flora-Bama I FloraBama.com; 850-492-0611 Perdido Beach Resort Fireworks Live entertainment featuring The Tip Tops.

I July 4, 2015; fireworks begin at 9 p.m.; Perdido Beach Resort, Orange Beach

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“The Ocean at the End of the Lane”

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n 2013, one of the most remarkable authors of our time, Neil Gaiman, gifted us with a tale filled with imagination and confusion.

In “The Ocean at the End of the Lane,” we are taken to rural England and put into the shoes of a young boy whose name is never revealed to us. In this twist, the reader becomes the boy, for we see the world through his eyes as his life is changed forever. Caught between the thin lines of adulthood and childhood, the boy’s fate becomes intertwined with a young girl from down the lane, Lettie Hempstock, who sees an ocean where there is only a duck pond. Through the talented narrative of Mr. Gaiman, a duck pond can

indeed become an ocean, and the veil between the world that we are familiar with and a world older than humanity can imagine becomes blurred. Suddenly, we are thrown into a realm full of magic and mystery, where it is difficult to tell humans from monsters. Adding an even deeper layer to the tale, readers are able to interpret this world themselves, for the story is told in a distinctive manner that puts readers straight into the middle of the plot.

This is a book about family and friendship, of adulthood and childhood and ultimately of good and evil. Neil Gaiman plays upon reader’s every emotion within the pages of this adult fairytale, which will leave you feeling both haunted and awestruck for years to come.

meet Jessica Vaughn Jessica Vaughn is the classifieds representative for Gulf Coast Media and has lived all over Baldwin County, currently residing in Foley. She is an avid writer who is just setting out on her literary journey. Jessica is a lover of all genres of books, storage shed for random trivia facts, a gamer girl and an enthusiast of the arts. She is also one cat away from being that crazy cat lady.

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AIMING AND ANGLING

PHOTOS BY BLAKE MARAMAN

IT’S SNAPPER SEASON! Blake Maraman Registered nurse, photojournalist and outdoors enthusiast

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re you ready to snag a snapper? Capt. Joe Nash is the owner/operator of Cool Change, a 46-foot charter boat located at Zeke’s Landing Marina. Capt. Joe is in his 28th season of full-time charter fishing, so he’s the one to book. In fact, my daughter caught her first red snapper on his boat.

He is originally from Long Beach Island, New Jersey, where he grew up on the water, commercial fished and hunted the bays. He moved to Orange Beach in 1984 after travelling half way around the world … and the rest is history.

The largest red snapper Capt. Joe has ever been involved in catching weighed 34 pounds. He prefers to fish with any live bait and large cut baits. According to him, “A successful fishing trip is any trip where the people are happy and may have caught or seen something they have never seen nor caught before, or possibly watched a child or grandchild catch a fish. Just people having fun! I have taken thousands of people fishing and I never tire of seeing someone struggle with a big one. I love it, and want you to love it, too!”

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sharp teeth Size: average of 24 inches long; Weight: largest recorded is 50 pounds

Red snapper facts I The world record is 50 pounds, 4 ounces.

I The Alabama state record is 44 pounds, 12 ounces.

I They have a life span of up to 57 years.

I The daily limit is 2 per person with 16” minimum TL.

I The ‘for-hire’ charter season is June 1 – July 14, 2015.

I Harvest of red snapper requires mandatory reporting known as ‘snapper check.’ Visit OutdoorAlabama.com for more information.

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City of Robertsdale

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Summer Program BOOKS ARE FUN! MRS. SAWYER & ODOM (CLASS LIMIT OF 50) June 29-July 3 (Ages 6-9) 9:00am-12:00pm June 29-July 3 (Ages 10-12) 1:00pm-4:00pm Robertsdale Elementary

EXPLORING SCIENCE

Cool Change Charters Inc. Boat: Cool Change Owner/operator: Capt. Joe Nash Location: Zeke’s Landing Marina, Orange Beach Phone: 251-981-CAPT or 251-979-1812 (Capt. Joe requests that you leave a message, and he will return your call as soon as he returns from fishing) I Website: CoolChangeCharter.com I What we catch: Red snapper, amberjack, grouper, scamp, white snapper, king and Spanish mackerel … and many more!

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MRS. SAWYER & ODOM (CLASS LIMIT OF 50) July 6-10 (Ages 6-9) 9:00am-12:00pm July 6-10 (Ages 10-12) 1:00pm-4:00pm

DANCE CAMP MRS. MOORE July 9-11 (Ages 9-12) 10:00am-12:00pm Robertsdale Elementary

BOYS & GIRLS SOCCER CAMP July 14-16 4:30pm-7:00pm RHS Practice Field

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Medium fillet (any white fish — snapper, trigger, scamp, grouper) Melted butter Blackening seasoning or Tony Chachere’s Ritz crackers

Heat oven to 350 F. Put fillet in baking pan, cover with melted butter, lightly season with blackened seasoning or Tony Chachere’s, sprinkle a thick layer of crushed up Ritz crackers, then drizzle melted butter over the cracker layer.

Bake until done (will depend on the thickness of the fillet), then broil to toast the Ritz cracker topping for 3 – 4 minutes. Enjoy!

GIRLS CHEERLEADER CAMP COACH ROBBINS July 7-9 9:00am-12:00pm RHS Gym

GIRLS SOFTBALL CAMP (12 & OLDER) COACH ROBERTS July 14-16 5:30am-8:00pm RHS Softball Complex

For More Info Call:

251-947-5467 or go to Website:

www.robertsdale.org

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TASTINGS

What’s in a name?

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ac McDonald of Vision Cellars is a simple man. He loves farming and anything related to growing grapes and winemaking.

Dressing the part with his denim overalls and signature straw hat, he is a down-to-earth guy. David Ready Jr. of Murphy-Goode Winery, on the other hand, is a “rock star” who toured with Grateful Dead and found himself “forced” into the wine industry.

He credits his palate and availability to recall flavor profiles for his success as a winemaker. Both of these guys make excellent wine and I’ve had the pleasure to meet both of them within the past year.

Reflecting on their passion for wine, I’ve noticed an increasing trend of more and more wines marketed either under the name of the winemaker or with the winemaker’s name prominently displayed on the label. Yes, I know we had Robert Mondavi, Ernest and Julio Gallo and the likes, but that was a generation ago. Those winemakers were the pioneers that helped put American wine on the map. They dominated the market for so long but a new surge of celebrity winemakers is beginning to take hold.

Not too long ago, Charles Smith was managing a rock band in Denmark before teaching himself to make wine. He is best known for his K Syrah wine.

His wines are now some of Washington’s most sought after. You may be familiar with The Velvet Devil Merlot, Kung Fu Girl Riesling, House Wine; they all have the signature white and black labels.

Joel Gott started in 1996 with the production of Amador County Zinfandel. Shortly thereafter, a marriage to his wine-maker girlfriend Sarah marked a collaboration that led to significant reviews in wine publications and to the Cabernet Sauvignon that Joel Gott is noted for.

Robert Foley, while at Pride Mountain Vineyards, found his wines being served in the White House by both President Bush and President Clinton. Foley has a clear passion for winemaking and makes incredibly rich red blends under his personal brand of wine now.

SUBMITTED / JON ROBITAILLE

Jon with Chef Pete Blohme and David Ready Jr. at a Murphy-Goode wine dinner at Sunset Pointe in April 2015.

Kim Crawford, even though he sold his brand over 10 years ago, is a highly recognizable label in bottle shops. Many consumers think Kim is a woman, yet he is a country boy from New Zealand and was among the first from New Zealand to gain a foothold in the United States with his Sauvignon Blanc that has become the biggest-selling New Zealand brand by value in the United States.

While these are just a few of the names you’ll spot among the aisles of a wine shop, take a moment to notice how many more names are prominently displayed. There is a new generation of winemakers and they are “superstars.”

July 3 – 16, 2015

LIVE LOCAL MUSIC KARAOKE

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

Fairhope American Legion Post 199 Tuesday and Thursday at 8 p.m.

Gambino’s Italian Grill Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m.

Foley American Legion Post 99 Friday at 7 p.m.

Good Time Charley’s Tuesday at 10 p.m.

The Office Lounge Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Ft. Morgan Tacky Jacks Thursday and Saturday at 8 p.m.

Gulf Shores Behind the Pines Bar & Grill Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Mudbugs Thursday – Saturday at 8 p.m.

Pink Pony Pub every night at 8 p.m.

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Tacky Jacks Thursday at 5:30 p.m.

Lillian Lillian’s Cafe and Coffee House Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Orange Beach Island Time Daiquiri Bar Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Live Bait every night at 8 p.m.

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

Robertsdale Buddy’s Lounge Friday and Saturday nights

OPEN MIC

Fairhope American Legion Post 199 open guitar jams Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.

The Gumbo Shack Thursday at 6 p.m.

Old 27 Grill Bay Area Songwriter’s Association first and third Thursday at 6:30 p.m.

Plow every other Tuesday Foley

Catch Wes Loper at LuLu’s on July 3 and July 16.

Compiled by Destiny Brown Email destiny@gulfcoastmedia.com to update or add listings.

American Legion Post 99 Sunday at 6 p.m.

The Office Lounge Tuesday at 6 p.m.

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

Orange Beach Happy Harbor the Mothership Wednesday at 7 p.m.

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

Live Bait Sunday at 8 p.m.

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

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

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

Fairhope Ravenite Pizzeria Trivia Tuesdays, Sports Trivia Wednesdays Foley Good Time Charley’s everyday at 10 p.m.

The Office Lounge Wednesday at 8 p.m.

American Legion Post 199 Charles Hudon Davis Gambino’s Scott Morlock Old 27 Grill Corey Rezner Plow Grayson Capps Windmill Market Jacob Brock Foley American Legion Post 99 Tim Dean Moe’s Original Bar B Que Winston Ramble Gulf Shores Bill’s by the Beach Rhythm Intervention LuLu’s Cool Rayz Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer Tacky Jacks Johnny B. Orange Beach Baumhower’s Roger Plemons Bimini Bobs Christina Christian Compleat Angler Christina Christian Gilbey’s Joey Arata Moe’s Original Bar B Que Jon Cowart Tacky Jacks The Budz Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Midlife Crisis Felix’s Fish Camp Blind Dog Mike

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FRIDAY, JULY 3

TRIVIA

Foley American Legion Post 99 Wednesday at 10 a.m.

Gulf Shores Tacky Jacks Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Orange Beach Bear Point Civic Association Thursday at 7 p.m.

Perdido Key Flora-Bama Monday through Friday 1-4 p.m.

FRIDAY, JUNE 19

Daphne Moe’s Bar B Que Pierce Edens Fairhope

Fairhope American Legion Post 199 Mark Bintliff Gambino’s Scott Morlock Windmill Market Honey Boy and Boots / Mitch Johnston Gulf Shores Bill’s by the Beach Lisa Zanghi and Scott Koehn LuLu’s Wes Loper / Adam Doleac Band Papa Rocco’s Logan and Jen Tacky Jacks Soulfood Junkies Orange Beach Baumhower’s Double D Bimini Bobs Destiny Brown Gilbey’s Rich Boyden

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Logan Spicer is all over the Gulf Coast this month. Check him out at Papa Rocco’s July 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17.

LIVE LOCAL MUSIC Tacky Jacks Jimmy Lee Hanniford Perdido Key Flora-Bama J. Hawkins Trio / LeaAnne Creswell, John Joiner and Darrel Roberts / Shawna P and Curtis Lance / Jack Robertson Show / Jezebel’s Chill’n / Rollin’ in the Hay / Davis Nix / Smokin’ Elvis / Casey Jamerson

Flora-Bama Dave & Joe Show / Johnny Barbato Trio / Whyte Caps / Big Muddy / Perdido Brothers / Rebecca Barry Duo / Hung Jury / Wes Loper

SATURDAY, JULY 4

Gulf Shores LuLu’s Sugarcane Jane Perdido Key Flora-Bama Ryan Conner / T Bone Montgomery / Perdido Brothers / Rebecca Barry Duo / Robert Wayne Duo

Fairhope American Legion Post 199 Mackie Lister Foley American Legion Post 99 A Family Tradition Gulf Shores Bill’s by the Beach Barstool Surfers Hog Wild Beach & BBQ Destiny Brown LuLu’s Shiny Objects Tacky Jacks Tommy Morse Orange Beach Baumhower’s Ronnie Presley Bimini Bobs Sid Moore Gilbey’s Mac Walters Tacky Jacks Chris Bryant / Mickey Springston Perdido Key Flora-Bama Hotel Oscar / Jay Williams Band / Steel Drums / Jezebel’s Chill’n / LeaAnne Creswell, John Joiner and Darrel Roberts / Nick & the Ovorols / Jack Robertson Show / J. Hawkins Trio / Smokin’ Elvis / Brian Hill Trio / Davis Nix / Casey Jamerson

SUNDAY, JULY 5

Gulf Shores LuLu’s Jimmy Lumpkin Tacky Jacks Sarah Percy Orange Beach Bimini Bobs Destiny Brown Cobalt Coffee, Black Tacky Jacks Jonesy Gambino Perdido Key

July 3 – 16, 2015

MONDAY, JULY 6

Perdido Key Flora-Bama Brittany Grimes / Destiny Brown / Whyte Caps

TUESDAY, JULY 7

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8

Gulf Shores LuLu’s CoConut Radio Orange Beach Bimini Bobs Al and Kathy Hot Spot Logan Spicer Perdido Key Flora-Bama Neil Dover / Johnny Barbato / Smokin’ Elvis / Brian Hill / Robert Wayne Band

THURSDAY, JULY 9

Fairhope Old 27 Grill Alan Hartzell Gulf Shores Bill’s by the Beach Chase Brown LuLu’s Kyle and Karl Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer Orange Beach Baumhower’s Destiny Brown Sunset Festival at The Wharf Brian Hill Tacky Jacks Damien Lamb Duo Perdido Key Flora-Bama Brittany Grimes / Steve Wilkerson / Dave & Joe Show / Mark Sherrill, John Joiner, Mel Knapp w/ special guest Donna Slater / Al &

Cathy / Big Muddy / Shawna P & Earthfunk Tribe

FRIDAY, JULY 10

Fairhope American Legion Post 199 Sharon K. Moore Old 27 Grill Them Again Windmill Market Michael Tilley / The Budz Gulf Shores Bill’s by the Beach Barstool Surfers LuLu’s Lee Yankie Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer Tacky Jacks Three Bean Soup Orange Beach Baumhower’s Christina Christian Bimini Bobs Ronnie Presley Gilbey’s Mac Walters Tacky Jacks Marty McIntosh Perdido Key Flora-Bama 90 Degrees West

SATURDAY, JULY 11

Fairhope American Legion Post 199 Jeremy Dolan

Old 27 Grill Tyler Champion Foley American Legion Post 99 Robert Broom Gulf Shores Bill’s by the Beach Chase Brown LuLu’s Adam Holt Band Tacky Jacks Jimmy Lee Hanniford / Johnny B. Orange Beach Baumhower’s Roger Plemmons Bimini Bobs Sid Moore Tacky Jacks Jesse Howell/ Charlie Wilson Duo Perdido Key Flora-Bama 90 Degrees West

SUNDAY, JULY 12

Fairhope Old 27 Grill Lisa Zanghi Foley American Legion Post 99 Southern Star Fort Morgan Tacky Jacks Les Linton Gulf Shores LuLu’s Cadillac Attack

July 3 – 16, 2015 Orange Beach Bimini Bobs Destiny Brown Cobalt Coffee, Black Tacky Jacks Melissa Joiner

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Bill’s by the Beach will host the Barstool Surfers July 4 and July 10.

TUESDAY, JULY 14

Gulf Shores LuLu’s Alvarado Road Show

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15

Gulf Shores LuLu’s Alvarado Road Show Orange Beach Bimini Bobs Al and Kathy Hot Spot Logan Spicer

THURSDAY, JULY 16

Gulf Shores LuLu’s Wes Loper Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer Orange Beach Baumhower’s Destiny Brown Sunset Festival at The Wharf Modern Eldorados Tacky Jacks Mac Walter

FRIDAY, JULY 17

Fairhope American Legion Post 199 Bruce Jones Old 27 Grill Corey Rezner Gulf Shores Bill’s by the Beach Damien Lamb Duo LuLu’s Cool Rayz Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer Orange Beach Baumhower’s Double D Bimini Bobs Ronnie Presley Gilbey’s Vic Saul Tacky Jacks Melissa Joiner and Company

Answers:

Puzzles on page 23

SATURDAY, JULY 18

Fairhope American Legion Post 199 Brenda Bledsoe Old 27 Grill Melissa Joiner Foley American Legion Post 99 Bruti Gulf Shores Bill’s by the Beach Lisa Zanghi LuLu’s Shiny Objects Tacky Jacks Jimmy Lee Hanniford / Johnny B. Orange Beach Baumhower’s Charlie Wilson Bimini Bobs Strictly Isbell Gilbey’s Corey Rezner Tacky Jacks Christ Bryant

SUNDAY, JULY 19

Fairhope Old 27 Grill Lisa Zanghi Foley American Legion Post 99 Mike and Tim Dean Gulf Shores LuLu’s Shiny Objects Orange Beach Bimini Bobs Destiny Brown Cobalt Coffee, Black Tacky Jacks Jonesy Gambino

ONGOING

Fairhope Bucky’s Birdcage Lounge at the Grand Hotel Adam Holt Piano Show every Wednesday night at 8 p.m.

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Gulf Shores LuLu’s Greg Brown every Sunday at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

LuLu’s Brent Burns every Monday at 4 p.m.

Nolan’s Lisa Zanghi every Monday night Nolan’s Midnight Confessions Tuesday – Saturday Papa Rocco’s Mark and Smokey every Monday – Wednesday Papa Rocco’s Johnny B. every Saturday and Sunday Lillian Lillian’s Cafe Woody Street every Wednesday, Gary Story every Friday, Rhonda Hart and friends every Saturday and Ricky Rayburn every Sunday Orange Beach Our Cigar Bar Edward Lee every Friday and Saturday night Robertsdale Magnolia Blossom Cafe live music every Friday night Silverhill The Porch live music every Saturday from 8 p.m. – midnight and Sunday from 4 – 7 p.m.

Wales West Live Bluegrass / Gospel every Tuesday Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Dale Drinkard Jr. every Friday and Sunday at 11 a.m.

Bluegill Restaurant Ross +1 every Wednesday night

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CULTURALLY SPEAKING

SPOTLIGHT ON: Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach The Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach was, until recently, located in the city's first hotel. Built in 1923, the boarding-house style hotel featured 11 bedrooms and one half-bath upstairs (the area is still used by the art center for storage) while the family resided in the downstairs portion. The facility was only accessible by water until Canal Road was completed in the late 1940s. Due to severe structural damage and black mold, the building was torn down this past spring. Historical elements collected from the hotel (columns, wood flooring, doors and windows) will be featured in the new gallery, expected to be finished late 2016.

The center, previously managed by Friends of the Arts nonprofit group, became an Orange Beach city facility in 2013. The city continues to work with the Friends of the Arts to help make the center a well-rounded oasis for the arts.

CLASSES OFFERED Young Masters of Pastels The Young Rembrandts will teach children styles of masters such as Cezanne, Van Gogh and Lichtenstein while encouraging individual creativity. This class will focus on chalk pastels and students will even create caricatures of famous artists! Open to ages 6 – 12.

• July 13 – 17; 9 a.m. – noon • Register online at CoastalArtsCenter.com.

After School Arts Program 2015 – 2016 Visual Arts – Tuesdays; Theatre Arts Thursdays • Fall semester: Sept. 1 – Nov. 19; 3:15 – 5:15 p.m.; Orange Beach Recreation Center

“The Big Picture” Intermediate class with Jane Sellier. Any medium. Register online. Contact the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach for a supply list.

• Mondays, Sept. 14-Oct. 19; 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; The Adult Activity Center (next to the library) • $80

The Clay Studio offers wheel throwing, hand building, glazing and open studio. Classes are held Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 981-ARTS (2787) to make an appointment.

The Hot Shop features “make your own glass” classes Tuesday through Friday at 9 a.m.

JESSICA JONES / COASTAL ARTS CENTER OF ORANGE BEACH

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