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OCT. 17 – Nov. 6, 2014 Gulf Coast Newspapers
Vol. 1 Issue 13
Polo at the Point • Alabama Festival of Flavor • Baldwin Senior Lifestyle Expo • Angel Ride • Stockton Sawmill Days • Elberta Sausage Fest and more
OCT. 17 – NOV. 6
In-depth Baldwin County calendar and live music listings in every issue!
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The first half of October is past us, but there is no shortage of festival fun in Baldwin County. This issue is part two of our two-part festival Buzz issues. Festival of Flavor will hit the streets of downtown Foley tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment, shop arts and crafts booths and take part in the Foodie Fix Restaurant Tastings for the ultimate festival experience. Don’t forget, admission to the festival is free. The Elberta Sausage Festival will be Oct. 25. Although the festival has gained popularity, you don’t want to wait until March to get your sausage and sauerkraut fix. Angel Ride will take place at Oak Hollow Farm on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Start your November off right with Mustang Sally, Wet Willie, Modern Eldorados and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Also, the first day of November brings lumberjacks to Stockton for the second annual Stockton Sawmill Days. Frank Brown Songwriters Festival will start Nov. 6 and play on until Nov. 16 throughout Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Perdido Key and other locations. For movie lovers, the Fairhope Film Festival has more than 40 feature films at this year’s festival — but get in line early to make sure there is a seat with your name on it. Last, but not least, check out the Hangout Oyster Cook-Off in Gulf Shores on Nov. 7. Don’t forget to check out our 21-day calendar of events and live music. Plus, we have included several spooktacular Halloween events along the coast. Check it out!
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Vol. 1 Issue 13
Polo at the Point • Alabama Festival of Flavor • Baldwin Senior Lifestyle Expo • Angel Ride • Stockton Sawmill Days • Elberta Sausage Fest and more
OCT. 17 – NOV. 6
In-depth Baldwin County calendar and live music listings in every issue!
Cover photo courtesy of Dawn Pilot
ABOUT THE COVER Chip Campbell, left, is a patron of Clearwater Polo and Curtis Pilot is a patron of Sonny Hill Polo. Polo at the Point will take place Saturday, Oct. 18 at Sonny Hill-Clearwater Polo Complex in Point Clear. Find out more on page 30.
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Polo at the Point Charity matches in Fairhope. 30
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Angel Ride Legendary Southern rockers to headline. 6
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Alabama Festival of Flavor Beer, wine and delicious food. 7-9
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Baldwin Senior Lifestyle Expo Take advantage of free health screenings. 14-18
Halloween events Spooky fun and activities on the Gulf Coast. 31
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Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival A week and a half of music on the Gulf Coast. 25
Fairhope Film Festival See more than 60 films in Fairhope. 29
DESIGN AND LAYOUT Paige Renka
Contributing Editors
Elberta’s German Sausage Festival Food, arts and crafts and more. 22
Stockton Sawmill Days Step back in time in Stockton. 28
Your guide to fun, food and entertainment on the Gulf Coast.
Publisher Sudie Gambrell
WHERE TO GO
The Hangout Oyster Cook-Off and Craft Beer weekend Enjoy craft beer and oyster delicacies. 25
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Tastings Barolo — a classic Italian. 20 Homebrewing. 20
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FAMILY FUN Halloween Family events. 19
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Culturally Speaking “Rapunzel.” 21 The Buzz on the Coast 21 Days, our comprehensive calendar. 11 Local Live Music Baldwin County music listings. 26
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or four seasons, the CMT show “Sweet Home Alabama” has been filmed in part at Oak Hollow Farm in Fairhope. On Saturday, Nov. 1, the legendary band that created the Southern rock anthem will be performing there when Lynyrd Skynyrd takes to the stage as the featured performer at the 13th annual Angel Ride and Concert. “Lynyrd Skynyrd has definitely generated so much enthusiasm and excitement from people who would not normally attend the Angel Ride,” said Mary Carolyn McDaniel, one of the event’s organizers. “Our camping is up, our ticket sales are up and we’re just expecting a great year.” The event benefits the Rileigh and Raylee Foundation, which annually assists hundreds of children with special medical needs and their families. “Unfortunately, we have more children needing help than we’ve ever had,” McDaniel said, “so there is a greater need for this fundraiser than ever before.” An estimated 10,000 bikers and
music lovers are scheduled to attend the event, which begins with a Thursday Night Bonfire. Registration for the annual bike show will be 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with judging from 12:30 to 1 p.m. and winners will be announced at 1 p.m. The Angel Ride set to begin at 2:30 p.m. from Oak Hollow.
if you go WHAT: 13th annual Angel Ride and Concert WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 30, starting with the Thursday Night Bonfire at 6 p.m. Friday: Oct. 31 is Halloween “Spooktacular” featuring The Tip Tops and rock icons Wet Willie. Gates open at 4 p.m. with concerts beginning at 7 p.m. Saturday: gates open at 9 a.m. with an entire day filled with concerts. WHERE: Oak Hollow Farm, Fairhope COST: Tickets for the Saturday night concert are $25 each. Ride participation, which includes concert admission and access to the festival grounds, costs $35; Tickets are $20 for the Friday night Spooktacular; Event parking Friday and Saturday is free. FIND OUT MORE: Angel-Ride.com; 251-243-0365
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An article in the Oct. 3-16 edition of Gulf Coast Buzz incorrectly listed event prices for the Alabama Festival of Flavor on Oct. 18. Admission to the festival is free which includes live entertainment, seminars, vendors and Game Day Tent. The VIP Tastings Experience which features select wines, craft beers and culinary creations from Chef Chris Sherrill with Flora-Bama Yacht Club and Brandon Thrash is $25 and the General Admission Tasting is $15. We apologize for the error.
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njoy beer, wine and local restaurant menu favorites in one fun atmosphere! The Alabama Festival of Flavor, slated for Saturday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Streets of Historic Downtown Foley, will feature a collection of activities for festival goers. The VIP Tasting Experience tent will feature a unique collection of beer and wine with food pairings from Chef Chris Sherrill of Flora-Bama Yacht Club and Brandon Thrash of the Gulf Coast Culinary Institute at Faulkner State. Everyone is sure to find something
to please their palate in the Foodie Fix tent; from the Waldorf Chicken Salad to Pecan Pie Cheesecake, the Foodie Fix area will be a happening spot! Rita’s Ice and Eager Beaver Catering Co. (Chef Rudy Rudolph) will also be onsite to serve guests with featured menu favorites for those wanting a plated meal. Festival goers can enjoy live entertainment or catch their favorite team on the big screen in the Game Day tent or learn about traditional Southern recipes or hydroponic gardening in the
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Edutainment Seminars tent. One of the most popular components of the festival is the Artisan and Crafter booths which complete the ultimate festival experience. The Alabama Festival of Flavor will be taking place Saturday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For the most up-to-date information, follow the festival on Facebook at AlabamaFestivalOfFlavor or AlabamaFestivalofFlavor.com. submitted
if you go WHAT: Third annual Alabama Festival of Flavor WHEN: Oct. 18; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. WHERE: Downtown Foley COST: Free admission FIND OUT MORE: Facebook.com/AlabamaFestivalofFlavor; AlabamaFestival ofFlavor.com
Special events Foodie Fix
(10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until samples run out) Enjoy small samples of local favorites. Tickets are $1 each, 6 for $5 or 15 for $10.
Participating restaurants Sunset Cork Room: Grilled lamb lollipops with zinfandel reduction Derailed Diner: Pecan pie cheesecake Oak Hollow Farm: Homemade peach cobbler and ice cream Gelato Joe’s: Lasagna, sweet strawberry salad and Waldorf chicken salad Jimmy Jax: Spaghetti and meatballs The Wash House: Smoked chicken wings with a white barbeque and parmesan The Hangout: Baked oysters with a Tasso ham stuffing and shaved parmesan cheese Gabby’s Tortillas: Green chicken chili tamales, burritos, empanadas, flour and corn tortillas Villaggio Grille: Special menu item Portabella’s: Special menu item Tin Top Restaurant and Oyster Bar: Special menu item
Mini crab cakes served at the 2013 Alabama Festival of Flavor.
Edutainment Seminars
Topics include raised bed gardening, canning, rain barrel workshop, hydro and aquaponic gardening, fiber weaving, food and wine pairings and more.
Seminar Schedule
n 10 a.m. - Clara’s Loom - Weaving n 10:30 a.m. - Alabama Coop Extension System - Raised bed gardening n 11 a.m. - Craine Creek Farm Information about local farmers and varieties of lettuce n 11:30 a.m. - Craine Creek Farm Information about local farmers and varieties of lettuce n Noon - Katy’s Catering - Cooking demonstration n 12:30 p.m. - Seasons in the Sun Canning n 1 p.m. - The Squashed Grape - Wine and food pairing n 1:30 p.m. - The Squashed Grape Beer and food pairing n 2 p.m. - Seasons in the Sun Hydroponic and Aquaponic Gardening n 2:30 p.m. - Alabama Coop Extension System - Rain Barrel Workshop n 3 p.m. - OBA Bread Company Flat bread n 3:30 p.m. - Gulf Coast Family Chiropractic - Essential Oils
VIP Tastings Experience: ($25: Includes 5 tastings, $5 Festival Bucks and food pairings) Block Nine Pinot Noir, 2012 Willamette Valley, Oregon Matchbook Cabernet, 2012 Dunnigan Hills, California Burgan’s Albarino, 2012 Rias Baixas, Spain Tedeschi Lucchini Valpolicella Classico, 2011 - Italy Secateurs Chenin Blanc 2013 South Africa Fairhope Brewing Company, Pumpkin Up The Jam Brew Stooges, Blonde Dame Brew Stooges, Soytenly Oatmeal Stout Yellowhammer, Rebellion Red Ale Yellowhammer, Belgian White Ale Culinary Creations from Chef Chris Sherrill of Flora-Bama Yacht Club / Brandon Thrash of the Culinary Institute at Faulkner State Alabama Heirloom Tomatoes with Elkmont, Alabama Belle Chèvre Goat Cheese and Local Honey-Persimmon Golden Flake Potato Chip Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Chilton County Peach Jezebel Drizzle Dixie Lilly Cheese Grits Topped with Alabama Gulf Shrimp and Conecuh Sausage Gravy Alabama Gulf Oyster Shooters with L.A. Gourmet Bloody Mary Grilled Local Squash with Baldwin County Pecan Pesto Gulf of Mexico Lionfish Nachos Derailed Diner Pecan Pie Cheesecake General Admission: ($15: Includes 3 tastings, cheese and crackers) Bliss Chardonnay, 2012 - California Novy Four-Mile Red, 2012 - California Al Verdi Pinot Grigio, 2013 - Italy Calcu Malbec, 2011 - Argentina Altadonna Nero d’ Avola, 2010 – Italy Blue Pants Brewery, Spare Pair Pale Ale Back Forty Beer Company, Fence Post Session Ale Back Forty Beer Company, Truck Stop Honey Brown Ale Good People Brewing Company, Brown Ale Good People Brewing Company, Coffee Oatmeal Stout Straight to Ale, Monkeynaut IPA Straight to Ale, Brother Joseph’s Belgian-Dubbel
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Bow Hunting Basics: Most popular bow – Compound Tip: Beginners should be fitted by a professional archery shop. Minimum draw weight in Alabama – 35 pounds Tip: Only shoot the highest weight you can “comfortably” handle. Most common arrow – Carbon Tip: Make sure arrows are cut to 1-1.5 inches past your arrow rest at full draw. Average shot – 20 yards Tip: Make sure that you maintain full draw prior to release or you will shoot high.
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Your guide to fun, food and entertainment ONGOING
FRIDAY, oct. 17
Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermen’s Market I Fridays, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; County Road 20, Foley I Free admission I CoastalAlabamaMarket.com; 251-943-1545
GlenLakes Anniversary Golf Event A special anniversary golf scramble with one of the most unique nine hole golf scrambles in Baldwin County and will finish with a low country boil. Prizes will be awarded. Public invited. Special rates for members. I Noon; GlenLakes Golf Club I $35 I 251-955-1220
Dance Night at the Gallery Dances taught are East Coast Swing, Foxtrot, Merengue, Mambo, Cha Cha, Rumba, Shag, Hustle, Waltz and Tango. Singles are welcome as beginners, intermediate and advanced students. I Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.; Gulf Coast Arts Alliance Gallery, Gulf Shores I $12 I 251-948-2627; GulfCoastArtsAlliance@gmail.com
Scarecrow Festival Amazing scarecrow creations by individuals, families and businesses from the area. Enjoy a showing of “Monster House” after the festival, bring lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and a picnic. I 3 – 6:30 p.m.; Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach I $5 per scarecrow per family or individual entry; free admission
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“Free them” 5K run/walk and 1-mile Fun Run Proceeds from the event benefit Hope Haven. Awards for top male and female age groups will be given. I 8 a.m.; Foley First Baptist Church I $20, preregister; $25, day of race; $15, children 10 and younger I 251-228-0732; hopehavensummerdale@ gmail.com Haven Resale Shop’s Fall Yard Sale The public is invited to shop for a good cause at The Haven Resale Shop’s upcoming Fall Yard Sale. I 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.; The Haven Resale Shop, Fairhope I Free admission I HavenForAnimals.org; 251-929-1911
SUNDAY, OCT. 19 Dia de la Raza Festival Presented by the Baldwin County Hispanic Society, the “sharing our cultures” event includes music, dance, food, inflatables and more. I 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Foley soccer fields I 251-424-8185 Out of the Darkness Community Walk American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s signature fundraising campaign, bringing together friends, family, colleagues and supporters to join in the effort to raise funds and awareness for AFSP’s vision to create a world without suicide. I 1 – 4 p.m.; Daphne City Hall I ASFP.org/walk; 251-455-6453;
The Scarecrow Festival will be Friday, Oct. 17 at the Coastal Arts Center in Orange Beach.
jlbarber5@bellsouth.net Comedienne Anjelah Johnson California native Anjelah Nicole Johnson made a huge splash with one of the most successful, viral comedy videos of all time “Nail Salon.” Her second YouTube video “Bon Qui Qui at King Burger,” a Mad TV sketch, has also drawn millions of hits. Anjelah has a devoted following in comedy clubs, online communities, colleges and churches everywhere. I 8 p.m.; Saenger Theatre, Pensacola I $32.50 I TicketMaster.com; 1-800-745-3000
THURSDAY, OCT. 23 Food for Thought fundraiser dinner The dinner is Ransom Ministries’ largest fundraiser of the year, and the goal is to fund the nonprofit’s 2015 budget. The guest speaker for the event is Travis Crim, who played football at the University of
Alabama and has worked with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Campus Crusade for Christ and Youth for Christ. I 6 p.m.; Camp Grace, Mobile I Individual, $50; table of eight; $400 I RansomCafe.com; tara@ransomcafe.com
FRIDAY, OCT. 24 Sporting Clays Fall Classic The event benefits the Fairhope-Point Clear Rotary Youth Club and seven other charitable organizations. Lunch will be served. I Bushy Creek Clays, Perdido I $125 per shooter I PointClearRotary.org; rod@big-red-drum.com; cnelson@irricomp.com
SATURDAY, OCT. 25 Gulf Coast Young Musicians Competition A local competition presented by the Baldwin County Music Teachers Association for piano students with awards given to
Oct. 17 – Nov. 6, 2014 the top three players in various age divisions. It is open to any student who studies piano. I 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Eastern Shore Presbyterian Church, Fairhope I GCYMC.com; 251-9282055; 251-928-2267 Elberta German Sausage Festival For details, see pg. 22
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 29 Fifth annual Alabama Disability Conference The 2014 conference theme is “choices shouldn’t be scary,” and represents a pivotal era of service provision as the disability community seeks to develop more effective collaborations and relationships in all areas and levels of support needed to best serve people with disabilities and their families. I Oct. 29 – 31; Perdido Beach Resort, Orange Beach I 866-243-9557; tpezent@ thearcofalabama.com
FRIDAY, OCT. 31 Rileigh and Raylee Angel Ride For details, see pg. 6
SATURDAY, NOV. 1 Stockton Sawmill Days For details, see pg. 28 14th annual Mobile Renaissance Faire Full metal jousting performances daily featuring the Knights of Valour from the History Channel TV show. Also, meet the King and Queen, see wizards, jesters, jugglers, fire breathers, gypsy dancers, joust horse rides, petting zoo and more entertainment. Food and drink, crafts merchants, games of skill such as archery, axe throw and more. I Nov. 1 and 2; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Medieval Village, corner of County Road 64 and Osprey Lane off the
GulfCoastNewsToday.com I-10 Wilcox Road Exit near Styx River. I Adults, $10; children, $5; children 4 and under, free I GCRF.us; 850-572-1407; semlegalasst@bellsouth. net Blakeley Bluegrass Festival Blakeley State Park continues its 25-year-old tradition outdoors under 300-year-old oak trees with continuous performances by leading Gulf Coast artists. Bring your coolers and picnic lunch and drinks or buy hamburgers, chips and soft drinks from the concession wagon. All proceeds go to operation of the park. Pets on leash are welcome. I Gates, 9 a.m.; music, 10 a.m.; Blakeley State Park, Spanish Fort I Adults, $10; children 6 – 12, $5; children under 6, free I BlakeleyPark.com; 251-626-5581 Gulf Coast Arts Alliance/City of Gulf Shores Art Market Local and regional artists will set up their original works. Visitors can expect to enjoy quality arts and crafts, live musical entertainment and delicious concessions. I 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Meyer Park, Gulf Shores I Free admission I 251-233-3970 St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Fall Bazaar Enjoy our café with coffee, sodas, desserts and lunch. Purchase crafts, baked goods and plants while participating in raffles. I 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; 400 N. Alston St. and Rose Avenue, Foley I Free admission
MONDAY, NOV. 3 Hymn Keyboard Festival This event sponsored by
Mobile’s Renaissance Festival is Nov. 1 and 2.
Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions is to encourage pianists to develop the skills for playing hymns. Students are given the opportunity to play selections for a visiting teacher who then gives them feedback and encouragement on their playing. This is not limited to Baptist students. I 2 – 7 p.m.; First Baptist Church, Fairhope I ALSBOM.org/Worship; 800-264-1225 ext. 279
THURSDAY, NOV. 6 Frank Brown Songwriters Festival For details, see pg. 25 Fairhope Film Festival For details, see pg. 29 Fourth annual Chili Cook-Off: Chili for Hope Think you’ve got the best chili recipe in Baldwin County? Join the Affiliate Council and BCAR as we have fun while raising money for Prodisee Pantry and Ecumenical Ministries. I 5 – 7 p.m.; Baldwin County Association of Realtors office I $5 per person for chili samples, dessert and entertainment I christyguy@baldwinrealtors.org
FRIDAY, NOV. 7 Hangout Oyster Cook-Off and Craft Beer Weekend For details, see pg. 25
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here will be something for everyone to enjoy during the 2014 Baldwin Senior Lifestyle Expo. The event, which is sponsored by South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, is scheduled to take place Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Baldwin County Coliseum in Robertsdale. Gay Watson, outreach coordinator with the South Alabama Regional Planning Commission’s Area Agency on Aging, said this year’s event is setting up to be a fun event for those who attend. “Not only will attendees be looking at different aspects of healthcare, we will have numerous vendors here talking about a variety of topics,” Watson said. “It will be a fun and enlightening event.” Among the health screenings avail-
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Along with the usual vendors and health screenings, the third annual event will feature soaps and lotions, preserves and homemade jewelry.
WKRG news team and enjoy a free hamburger lunch. Watson also said vendors from a variety of backgrounds, including local jewelers, soap-makers and preserve canners, are lining up to take part in the event. “It’s important for people to take advantage of this wealth of information,” Watson said. “This event is really all about aging and aging better, and the main thing I want people to know is this event will be fun. We’ll have lots to do and see throughout the venue.” Watson said anyone seeking additional information can contact her at 251-706-4671.
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if you go WHAT: 2014 Baldwin Senior Lifestyle Expo WHEN: Oct. 22, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. WHERE: The Baldwin County Coliseum in Robertsdale COST: Parking and entry to the event are free
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Iris Ethridge and Barbara Wheeler organized the first two senior expos in 2012 and 2013. Both women decided the expo was a good project to start because there had never been anything like it in Baldwin County. This expo was needed for people living across the county.
Baldwin County Senior Expo Wednesday, Oct. 22 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Baldwin County Coliseum Join the Area Agency on Aging for a day of fun, food, games, prizes and information on aging happier and healthier. Meet WKRG News reporters; enjoy a complimentary hamburger lunch; and receive free medical tests.
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Free medical tests and information for seniors Attendees to the 2014 Baldwin Senior Lifestyle Expo will have a chance to have free medical tests performed by a number of local health professionals. Booth 1 – Imaging Department and The Women’s Imaging Center (Screening provided: Bone Density) Booth 2 – The Wound Care Center (Screening provided: Neuropathy) Booth 3 – Heart Center (Chest Pain Education) Booth 4 – The Sleep Disorders Center (Screening provided: Height, Weight, BMI) Booth 5 – Community Resources (Information provided on: Healthy Woman, Senior Circle, Volunteers, Diabetes Education, Support Groups) Booth 6 – Foley Walk-In Med Care & Robertsdale Medical Specialists (Screening provided: Annual Wellness Visits information) Booth 7 – South Baldwin Medical Partners (Screening Provided: Glucose) and South Baldwin Surgical Associates (Breast Health Information) Booth 8 – Hospitalists Group (Info provided: What is a hospitalist) and Urgent Care Center (Screening provided: Blood Pressure) Booth 9 – Rehab Department (Screening Provided: Balance and Safety) Booth 10 – Home Health (Info provided: Home Health Services)
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Seniors can attend the Baldwin Senior Lifestyle Expo on Oct. 22 in Robertsdale. Guests can expect several screenings and information to better themselves and live a happy, healthy life.
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Expo highlights excitement of life and aging well By Jay Sowers Photo Editor jsowers@gulfcoastnewspapers.com
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ay Watson doesn’t want the 2014 Baldwin Senior Lifestyle Expo to be like every other senior expo. While making preparations for this year’s event, Watson, outreach coordinator for the South Alabama Regional Planning Commission’s Area Agency on Aging, said she wants to highlight the more exciting parts of life during the expo. “My view about aging is that it’s about living the best life you can live at any age, and this expo will bring together services and products that help older Alabamians live happier, healthier lives.” Along with the usual vendors and health screenings, the third annual event will feature a farmers market
with locally grown and harvested merchandise and several new, interesting vendors. “We’ll have handmade goat milk soaps and lotions from Retriever Soap Works and guests will be able to talk with the ladies who milk the goats and produce the products,” Watson said. “There will be preserves and honey from Ber’s Preserves. The owner picks all of the fruit by hand and makes all of the jellies and jams. They are lower in sugar than most preserves and you can really taste the fresh fruit.” Another new vendor who will have a booth at the expo is Myra’s Jewelry, which offers inexpensive handmade jewelry. While this year’s event boasts a lineup of such varied vendors, Watson said the event is scheduled to include the normal healthcare highlights.
“South Baldwin Regional Medical Center has been a huge supporter of this event since it began, and this year they will occupy the center pavilion where they will offer 10 free medical tests,” Watson said. “A big part of aging well is preventative medicine, and I can’t say enough about SBRMC and their huge contribution to this event and to the health of older Baldwin County residents.” Watson said the event would also have a combined effort by several groups talking about hunger among seniors and SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The AAA has joined with AARP to distribute about 1,500 seed packets at the expo and we hope our seniors will use them to grow winter greens. “This is an effort to call attention to better nutrition, which is a vital to healthier aging,” Watson said.
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FAMILY FUN
Satisfy your Halloween candy craving with these spooky events
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f you’re a big kid at heart, then October is one of your favorite months because of Halloween. I love scary movies, Halloween decorations and parties, and I love to take my kids trick-or-treating. If trick-or-treating in your neighborhood isn’t enough to satisfy your kids’ thirst for candy, there are several family friendly events around the county you can catch. Check out the Foley Uptown Halloween Party, from 5:30 until 8 p.m. on Oct. 23 in the streets of downtown Foley. This event has a costume contest, food and more. Call 251943-1300 for more information. Hit the streets of downtown Fairhope for trick-or-treating on Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Children can wear their costumes and trick-or-treat at any downtown business that displays an orange pumpkin in their window. There will also be a Halloween photo stop at the Welcome Center on Section Street. Call 251-929-1466 for information.
MOVIES
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Charlie Schmidt and Mia Ross enjoy trick-or-treating at downtown businesses on Halloween 2013. This year, downtown Fairhope will host trick-or-treaters on Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
The streets of Bay Minette will be a spooky place on Halloween night as the John F. Rhodes Civic Center hosts a huge Halloween party with carnival games, costume contest, trick-or-treating, a cake walk and more. Admission is free and games cost 50 cents each. Call 251-422-6747 for more information. If those downtown trick-or-treating events aren’t enough, many area churches host Halloween parties and “Trunk-orTreat” events like at 3Circle Church in Fairhope at 6 p.m. on Oct. 29. Read all about more Halloween and fall events on page 31.
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Every Saturday Night in October Beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Honeybee Park — Free Admission Oct. 18th — "Radio" City Of
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TASTINGS
A COUPLE TO TRY:
Barolo — a classic Italian Jo
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t must be the weather! As the day’s turn cooler, I’m finding myself choosing big, bold red wines again. Lately, I have stumbled across and have been enjoying the king of Italian wines, Barolo. Barolo is often described as one of Italy’s greatest wines. It is a red wine produced in the northern Italian region of Piedmont and made from the Nebbiolo grape which typically produces tart, tannic and alcoholic wines. They can require years of aging to balance the tannins. Barolo is classically described
as “tar and roses” which are the prominent aromas present. You may also experience deep and long-lasting flavors of cherries, violets and black licorice. As with all Italian wines, Barolo is best when paired with food similar in style to its region and if you duplicate what is done in Piedmont, you’ll pair it with meat dishes, heavy pastas and rich risottos. Because it is a dominant, tannic wine, it has to be matched with foods of similar weight and high in protein. The tannins will bind to the food proteins and come across as softer. A dry, aged cheese that may be too strong or unique for other wines is another great option for Barolo. bitaille Ro
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Damilano “Lecinquevigne” Barolo 2009 Although it may be young in its anticipated maturity between 2014 and 2020, go ahead and give this one a try. It has a medium build and has the classic Barolo aroma of rose. There are layers of dried berry fruit, spice, licorice and wet earth flavors; it also shows ripe fruit and spicy oak tones at the back with wellcontrolled toasted oak notes. Quite enjoyable! Demarie Barolo 2009 Winemaker Paolo Demarie considers this the father of his Nebbiolo family of wines. The aroma is intense with fruit and spice. It is full-bodied on the palate and enveloped flavors of plum, blackberry and cherry and a lingering finish of violet and vanilla. Delicious!
Enjoy the flavor of autumn beers By Scott Gentry gentrst@gmail.com
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Scott Ge nt
he seasonality of beer is an interesting concept. When looking at beer as a crafted product, it only makes sense that seasons would dictate what and when it is brewed. With winter approaching, I’d like to look at one of my favorite seasonal beers and share a glimpse of homebrewing. This beer is what Trent, Turtle and I call “Bad Santa.” This beer is commonly called a winter warmer style. Winter warmer beers are a broad category without a tightly defined set of characteristics, but there are key elements that all share. These beers are generally dark, with a thick head ranging from off-white to tan. They should include spices, but many don’t, especially English styles. To demonstrate the breadth of this style, consider that some are lagers and some are ales. Our version of Bad Santa features flavors of maple syrup, cherry, cinnamon, vanilla, oak and bourbon. The base flavor profile is dark, roasty malt, with just
enough hop flavor to balance the sweetness. You can’t even taste the hops, but they are important to the balance. The other flavors come from careful additions to the beer. During the boil we add maple syrup and a cherry extract we make. To the secondary fermenter, we add cinnamon sticks, a vanilla bean and oak cubes saturated in bourbon. We brew five-gallon batches. The ABV of this current batch is around 4.9 percent. I’m talking about this winter beer in October to emphasize the importance of time to this beer. We brewed this beer in July. It spent three months fermenting before being bottled, where it will sit until Christmas — six months from start to finish. This is unusually long for most ales, but due to the amount of malt, fermentation takes a while. And the addition of the oak chips requires time for those flavors to sink into the beer; then it takes a while for those flavors to mature and balance into the finished product. This beer could potentially be aged for even longer, but we can’t seem to hold onto any of it any later than the end of January. Unfortunately, I can’t sell you any of this beer, but I’d be glad to offer a bottle to a friend. That’s the homebrewer’s way.
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culturally speaking es presents “Rapunz i r e S el” tors c A g n u Yo
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outh Baldwin Community Theater in Gulf Shores will present their first Young Artist Series production of the 2014-2015 season, “Rapunzel.” Rene Schwartzbuckle is cuckoo for a turnip-type vegetable called rapunzel. When she spots a mouthwatering patch of the plant in Witch Izwitch’s garden, she sends her husband, Walt, out to “borrow” some. Witch Izwitch is certainly not amused. With her diabolical henchmen, the Glumpwarts, she terrorizes Walt into promising her his firstborn child in exchange for his freedom. The story then jumps ahead many years to Rapunzel Schwartsbuckle’s 16th birthday. The witch and the Glumpwarts show up as promised and whisk poor, innocent Rapunzel away to a tower in the forest. From here, a boisterously entertaining rescue attempt begins. Can Prince Llewellyn persevere over the powers of evil? “Rapunzel” is directed by Jan Hinnen and assistant directed by Cailey
Alixia Williams (Rapunzel) is getting help with her fitting by Assistant Director Caily Mize.
if you go
Mize. Tickets can be purchased by calling 251-968-6721, online at SBCT. biz or at the theatre located at 2022 West Second St., Gulf Shores. May your spirits be lightened, your horizons broadened and your hearts able to soar at least for a time. Come meet your friends at the theatre.
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WHAT: “Rapunzel” WHEN: Oct. 17, 18, 24 and 25, 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 19 and 26 at 2 p.m. WHERE: South Baldwin Community Theatre, West Second St., Gulf Shores COST: Adults, $10; students, $5; children ages 2 and younger, free FIND OUT MORE: sbct.biz; 251-968-6721
On the lawn behind
Orange Beach Senior Center & Library 26251 Canal Road, Orange Beach The ‘Pops’ will perform Classical, Broadway, Big Band, Dixie, Jazz & Marches Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, picnic baskets and favorite beverages Tablecloth prize awarded for best table or picnic setup!
Brought to you by the City of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism For more information, contact Orange Beach Parks & Recreation 251-981-1524
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The Town of Elberta Welcomes You To The
German Sausage Festival!
WHERE TO GO
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S Mayor: Marvin Williams Clerk-Treasurer: Ashley Powers Council Members: Jim Hamby Alma Doege Michael Hudson Margaret Wood John Conti Police Chief: Stan DeVane Court Clerk: Lisa Salter
Oct. 17 – Nov. 6, 2014
atisfy your taste buds at the German Sausage Festival with Elberta’s famous German sausage and sauerkraut. The festival includes continuous entertainment for adults and children and more than 200 arts and crafts booths. Other foods will include German style filled cabbage, potato salad, goulash, red beans and rice, hamburgers, hot dogs, barbecue sandwiches, ice cream, baked goods, popcorn and peanuts. Carnival rides, polka, country, contemporary and German music will also be provided for entertainment. The sausage festival is a town fundraiser, spearheaded by Elberta’s Volunteer Fire Department in 1978, whose proceeds are used for improving not only the fire department, but the town as well. Local nonprofit organizations also benefit from the festival through proceeds from their booth sales. Due to its huge success,
the festival is now held twice a year on the last Saturday of March and October. Although the recipe has changed somewhat over the years, the original secret recipe for Elberta’s famous sausage is credited to Alfred Stucki who managed Elberta’s Locker Plant from 1953 until his death in 1973. The festival usually sells about 7,000 pounds of German sausage, and attracts an estimated 30,000 visitors to each event.
if you go WHAT: German Sausage Festival WHEN: Oct. 25, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. WHERE: Elberta Town Park COST: Free admission FIND OUT MORE: festival@elbertafire.com
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I love Locals Jill
By Jill Clair Gentry
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ocals, located in downtown Fairhope on Fairhope Avenue, is one of those restaurants that just feels like home. Maybe it’s the huge rug in the middle of the room, the mismatched, cloth covered chairs or the casual friendliness of the people who work there. Maybe it’s the free BYOB. Or maybe it’s the food, which is, whenever possible, sourced close to home. Everything is made fresh daily — even the hand-cut fries! Locals focuses on build-your-own burgers and features several different patty options: grass-fed beef, bison, grass-fed lamb, pork, cage-free chicken or veggie burger. You choose your bun — a French roll, focaccia or whole wheat (you can also go bunless or have your meat served on a salad). There are also several sauce, cheese and sautéed topping options — the possibilities are endless! Or if you’re like me, you can choose from the “Try One of Ours” section of the menu, where you’ll find Locals’ perfected burgers. My favorite is the Wade’s Lamb, and my husband loves the Lars’ Pork, which comes topped with a fried egg, boudin sausage, Cajun cheese and peppercorn mustard — every single one of his favorite things — all stacked high on a French roll. Each burger comes with a side, which are all sourced locally and prepared in-house. And it’s BYOB. For craft beer lovers like us, this is awesome. We brought Scott’s homebrew (see page 20), and we went to
photos by jill clair gentry / contributor
Locals is a small, homey restaurant with a casual feel and fantastic food. And although the menu is small, there’s lots of variety — everyone will find something they like.
Locals also features homemade desserts. We tried the bread pudding, which had a rich bourbon flavor and large chunks of walnuts.
Greer’s beforehand and picked up a growler. Locals provides the glasses. We’ve come to Locals on dates and with friends, and we’ve had nothing but great experiences. Give it a try!
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all about food Crawfish Risotto
Jill
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Recipe courtesy of Jill Clair Gentry jillianclair@gmail.com
Serves 6 Ingredients n 5 cups chicken stock n 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil n 3 medium onions, cut into small dice (divided) n 1 pound Arborio rice n 2 green bell peppers, cut into small dice n 2 red bell peppers, cut into small dice n 1 jalapeño pepper, minced n 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienned n 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic n Cajun seasoning, to taste n 1 pound crawfish tails n 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter n 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese n Salt and pepper
Preparation Heat stock in a covered saucepan over high heat. When the stock is hot, but not yet simmering, reduce heat to low. Place oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add one
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diced onion to hot oil and sauté gently for about 3 minutes or until onion is golden. Add rice and stir with a wooden spoon for 1 or 2 minutes or until the rice is well coated with oil. Increase heat to medium-high and add one cup of the hot stock, stirring constantly. When the rice has absorbed most of the liquid, add broth in 1/4 to 1/2-cup increments and stir after each addition. Add more stock when liquid is evaporated. After 10 minutes, add remaining two diced onions, bell peppers, jalapeño, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic and Cajun seasoning. Continue adding stock and stirring until the rice is al dente (firm to the bite), about 8 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in crawfish tails, butter and Parmesan cheese. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.
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Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival By John Mullen jmullen@gulfcoastnewspapers.com
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he 30th edition of the Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival will feature Grammy winners and music in venues from Pensacola to Gulf Shores and many places in between from Thursday, Nov. 6 until Sunday, Nov. 16. The festival is a perennial favorite for music-lovers eager to hear songwriters not only perform, but also discuss how and why they wrote some of the world's greatest hits. The music covers the gamut, with hits written for everyone from George Jones to George Strait, Jimmy Buffet, Tim McGraw and Jason Aldean. One featured artist will be singer Johnny Lee, whose “Lookin For Love” in the movie “Urban Cowboy” became a country classic. Lee, who has been touring in Texas much of this year, also has scored country hits with “Hey Bartender,” “Rollin’ Lonely” and more. The festival includes a tribute at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, Nov. 6 to the late Larry Butler of Pensacola, who wrote songs and produced music for Johnny Cash, Kenny Rogers, Waylon Jennings and many others. Butler was a
Oyster Cook-Off By John Mullen jmullen@gulfcoastnewspapers.com
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n October the Gulf Coast celebrated the shrimp, but in November the oyster gets its due — and in the same location. The Hangout at the Gulf Shores Public Beach will have the Seventh annual Oyster Cook-off and Craft Beer weekend Friday, Nov. 7 through Sunday, Nov. 9. Start the weekend off Friday by trying out several craft beers from more than 25 breweries and more than 60 different flavors, to the backdrop of live music. Friday night festivities will cost you $25 to sample all the brews you want. On Saturday, the chefs take over as more than 50 will compete in three categories. It’s free to attend, but tasting tickets will be on sale. Again there will be live music all day. “We are once again proud to partner with The Hangout for this fantastic and anticipated fall event,” said Chris Blankenship, program administrator for the Alabama Seafood
Kacey Jones sings and plays at LuLu’s in Gulf Shores during a past festival.
big reason many country musicians travel between Nashville and the Flora-Bama, a legendary beach bar and the recent setting for a free Kenny Chesney concert. Both Billboard and American Songwriters magazines have recognized this as the granddaddy of songwriter festivals. It's been called one of the top 20 events by the Southeast Tourism Society.
if you go WHAT: Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival WHEN: Nov. 6 – 16 WHERE: Venues all along the Gulf Coast COST: Minimal cover at some venues, most free of charge FIND OUT MORE: www.fbisf.com
Marketing Commission and director of Alabama Marine Resources. “We invite everyone to come to the beach and enjoy the region’s best and brightest chefs while celebrating one of the Gulf Coast’s finest treasures — oysters.” A Sunday brunch and Bloody Mary Invitational has been added this year and it also costs $25, $10 for children ages 12 and younger.
if you go WHAT: The Hangout Oyster Cook-Off and Craft Beer Weekend WHEN: Nov. 7 – 9 WHERE: The Hangout, Gulf Shores COST: $25 for Friday night festivities; Saturday cook-off is free to attend; tasting tickets on sale; $25 for Sunday brunch FIND OUT MORE: www.HangoutCookoff.com
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live local music Karaoke
Daphne Top of the Bay Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 9 p.m. Foley Good Time Charlies every Tuesday at 10 p.m. The Office Lounge every Wednesday at 8 p.m. Ft. Morgan Tacky Jacks every Thursday and Saturday Gulf Shores Behind the Pines Bar & Grill every Wednesday at 8 p.m. Mudbugs Thursday – Saturday at 8 p.m. Pink Pony Pub every night at 9 p.m. Tacky Jacks every Thursday at 5:30 p.m. Orange Beach Island Time Daiquiri Bar every Wednesday at 8 p.m. Live Bait every night at 8 p.m. The Undertow Wednesday – Friday at 9:30 p.m. Perdido Key Happy Harbor on the Line every Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Open Mic
Fairhope American Legion 199 open guitar jams every Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Courtyard 311 every Tuesday at 7 p.m. The Gumbo Shack every Thursday at 6 p.m. Plow every other Tuesday Foley The Office Lounge every Tuesday at 6 p.m. Gulf Shores Tacky Jacks every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. Orange Beach Happy Harbor the Mothership every Tuesday at 6 p.m. Live Bait every Sunday at 8 p.m. Perdido Key Flora-Bama every Monday at 6 p.m.
Trivia
Daphne Moe’s Bar B Que every Wednesday at 10 p.m. Fairhope Fairhope Brewing Company
Look for Logan Spicer this month at the Flora-Bama and Papa Rocco’s.
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Compiled by Destiny Brown Email dbrown@gulfcoastnewspapers.com to update or add listings.
every Thursday Ravenite Pizzeria Live Trivia every Tuesday, Live Sports Trivia every Wednesday Foley Good Time Charlies 10 p.m. The Office Lounge every Wednesday at 8 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 17
Daphne Moe’s Bar B Que The Crowned Jewelz Fairhope Old 27 Grill Gretsch Lyles and The Modern Eldorados Windmill Market Nu Image / Rebecca Barry Duo Gulf Shores LuLu’s Sugarcane Jane Papa Rocco’s Brian and Charles Orange Beach Happy Harbor the Mothership Knee Deep Pleasure Island Tiki Bar Al and Kathy Perdido Key Flora-Bama Jack Robertson Show / LeaAnne Creswell Trio / Pure Grain Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Matt and Sherry Neese
Saturday, Oct. 18
Daphne Moe’s Bar B Que Neil Dover Fairhope Windmill Market Craig Brayer Gulf Shores LuLu’s CoConut Radio Papa Rocco’s Brian and Charles Josephine Pirates Cove Larry T Duo Perdido Key Flora-Bama Jack Robertson Show (aka Big Earl) / Pure Grain Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Jeri
Sunday, Oct. 19
Gulf Shores Bill’s by the Beach Barstool
Surfers LuLu’s Greg Brown Papa Rocco’s Brian and Charles Orange Beach Cobalts Coffee, Black Cosmo’s Brittany Bell Pleasure Island Tiki Bar Johnny B.
Monday, Oct. 20 Gulf Shores LuLu’s Brent Burns Nolan’s Lisa Zanghi
Tuesday, Oct. 21
Gulf Shores LuLu’s Albert Simpson Perdido Key Flora-Bama Perdido Brothers / Logan Spicer and Tony Ray Thompson Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Mobile Big Band Society
Wednesday, Oct. 22
Fairhope La Cocina Kyle and Karl Gulf Shores LuLu’s Albert Simpson Orange Beach Pleasure Island Tiki Bar Scott Koehn Perdido Key Flora-Bama Smokin’ Elvis / Logan Spicer and Tony Ray Thompson Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Ross +1
Thursday, Oct. 23
Gulf Shores LuLu’s Adam Holt Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer Orange Beach Franco’s Rick Whaley and Tommy Mazzullo Pleasure Island Tiki Bar Cowboy Johnson Perdido Key Flora-Bama Bo Roberts, Mark Sherrill, Chirs Newbury and Friends
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live local music Friday, Oct. 24
Daphne Moe’s Bar B Que Dusty Sanderson Fairhope Old 27 Grill Melissa Joiner Windmill Market Faulkner Sun Chiefs Gulf Shores LuLu’s Kyle and Karl Papa Rocco’s Brian and Charles Orange Beach Pleasure Island Tiki Bar Johnny B. Perdido Key Flora-Bama LeaAnne Creswell Trio / Dallas Moore Band / Jack Robertson Show (aka Big Earl) Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Carry Laine Duo
Saturday, Oct. 25
Daphne Moe’s Bar B Que Viridian Sons Fairhope Fairhope Sunset Rotary R’oktoberfest Grayson Capps / Molly Thomas / Sugarcane Jane Windmill Market Eric Jones Gulf Shores Papa Rocco’s Brian and Charles Perdido Key Flora-Bama Jack Robertson Show (aka Big Earl) / James Dupree / Dallas Moore Band Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Al and Kathy
Gulf Coast BUZZ n 27 Chris Cagle will perform at Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar Sunday, Oct. 26.
Chris Cagle Perdido Key Flora-Bama Dallas Moore Band / Perdido Brothers Silverhill Frog Pond at Blue Moon Farms Grayson Capps / Corky Hughes / Chris Mule / Alvin Youngblood Hart / Lightnin Malcolm
Monday, Oct. 27
Gulf Shores LuLu’s Brent Burns Nolan’s Lisa Zanghi Perdido Key Flora-Bama Kim Carson Duo
Tuesday, Oct. 28
Gulf Shores LuLu’s Jimmy Lumpkin Perdido Key Flora-Bama Perdido Brothers Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Tim Kinsey
Wednesday, Oct. 29
Gulf Shores LuLu’s Joey Arata Orange Beach Pleasure Island Tiki Bar Johnny B. Perdido Key Flora-Bama Neil Dover / Smokin’ Elvis Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Ross +1
Thursday, Oct. 30 Gulf Shores
LuLu’s Adam Holt Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark LaBorde Orange Beach Franco’s Rick Whaley and Tommy Mazzullo Perdido Key Flora-Bama T Bone Montgomery / Bo Roberts, Mark Sherrill, Chris Newbury and Friends
Friday, Oct. 31
Daphne Moe’s Bar B Que Winston Ramble Fairhope Windmill Market Jo@Noah / Lisa Mills Gulf Shores Happy Harbor Oyster Bay
Melissa Joiner LuLu’s Cool Rayz Papa Rocco’s Brian and Charles Josephine Pirates Cove Grayson Capps and the Lost Cause Minstrels
ONGOING
Gulf Shores Nolan’s Midnight Confessions 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
Sunday, Oct. 26
Fairhope Old 27 Grill Lisa Zanghi Gulf Shores LuLu’s Greg Brown Papa Rocco’s Brian and Charles Orange Beach Cobalts Coffee, Black Cosmo’s Brittany Bell Pleasure Island Tiki Bar Jason Justice Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar
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Professional lumberjacks will complete a number of feats such as logrolling, speed-pole climbing and cross-cut sawing.
History comes alive at Stockton Sawmill Days
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he Stockton Heritage Association will host Stockton Sawmill Days on Saturday, Nov. 1. Held on the beautiful wooded grounds of Baldwin County’s Bicentennial Park in Stockton, just 1.5 miles off Interstate 65, this event celebrates the community’s history and heritage as home to the first sawmill in the state of Alabama. Step back in time to the days of logging with mules and draft horses. Learn to hitch a team, pull logs and load a wagon. Experience the feats of logrolling, speed-pole climbing, cross-cut
if you go WHAT: Stockton Sawmill Days WHEN: Nov. 1; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHERE: Bicentennial Park, Stockton COST: Adults, $15; children (12 to 6), $5; under 6, free FIND OUT MORE: StocktonAla.com; Facebook.com/StocktonSawmillDays; 251-937-3738
sawing, wood chopping and chain saw carving by professional lumberjacks. Watch wood being sawed, saws sharpened and horses having shoes shod. Visit booths of carefully selected folk art, as well as exhibits by the Alabama Loggers Council and the Baldwin County Extension Forestry Department. Sawmills from around south Alabama will be displayed with information on their history. Forestry equipment will be on display by several local companies and Woodmizer will feature their portable sawmill. Arrive early and enjoy sawmill biscuits with tomato gravy, or flapjacks with sorghum syrup. Later, enjoy local fried catfish with cheese grits and buttermilk pie, cracklings, corn on the cob, collards and corn bread. Watch as mules, draft horses, wagons and antique cars parade through the park. This is an event that you do not want to miss — promised to be fun
Step back in time in Stockton. Mules, draft horses, wagons and antique cars will parade through the park during the event.
and educational for adults and children alike. All proceeds go to the Stockton Heritage Museum.
WHERE TO GO
Take 2: the best of the best Your guide to the Fairhope Film Festival
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his fall the Fairhope Film Festival returns with a full schedule of world-class cinema. Forty-four feature films and 20 short films will be shown at four Fairhope venues over the four days of the festival. In addition, there are other events planned, including moderated panels with filmmakers and industry insiders, a red carpet awards ceremony and parties brimming with Southern hospitality.
Sweet Dreams
A sample of feature films shown at this year’s festival: (All feature films and trailers can be found on the festival’s website)
Directed by Marshall Curry DOCUMENTARY / USA / 83 minutes An American sets out on his motorbike to find both adventure and a sense of manhood, leading him on an extraordinary journey he could not have imagined, including fighting in the Libyan Revolution.
Yves Saint Laurent
Directed by Jalil Lespert NARRATIVE / FRANCE (subtitles) / 106 minutes In January 1958, 21-year-old Yves St. Laurent was unexpectedly called upon to oversee the legendary Paris fashion house established by recently deceased Christian Dior.
Directed by Lisa Fruchtman, Rob Fruchtman DOCUMENTARY / RWANDA / 89 minutes A remarkable group of Rwandan women defy the devastation of the genocide to form the country’s very first all-female drumming troupe. They even go on to open the country’s very first ice cream shop.
Point and Shoot
For the entire list of feature films and shorts and other information, visit Fairhope Film Festival’s website FairhopeFilmFestival.org.
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Polo at the Point benefits Thomas Hospital, Mitchell Cancer Institute By Eric Mann emann@gulfcoastnewspapers.com
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he annual Polo at the Point event hosted by Point Clear Charities is Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Sonny HillClearwater Polo Complex on U.S. 98 and County Road 32 south of Fairhope. The event is organized by volunteers and proceeds benefit Thomas Hospital and the Mitchell Cancer Institute. Highlights of Polo at the Point include world-class polo, gourmet cuisine, champagne, divot-stomping, tailgating, garden party attire, luncheon tent, hat parade, Mercedes Draw Down, silent auction, a sports center and much more. The event will include a rugby match, two polo matches, children’s jumping houses, wooden horse raffle shot, hat parade and more. Polo at the Point has helped to raise millions of dollars that have benefitted local nonprofits and children’s charities for the last 24 years. This year’s Polo at the Point presenting
artist is Sadie Roberts Heath, an internationally recognized, award-winning artist. Her acrylic paintings on canvas will be on display and for sale at Polo at the Point this year. Heath may be best known in the polo community for her Polo at the Point paintings from 1989 to 1993 and for portraits of Maj. Ronald Ferguson, one of which hangs in the Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club in Windsor, England. She has also been forever linked to the Senior Bowl, capturing football greats like Joe Namath, Bo Jackson and Lee Roy Jordan, as well as other famous athletes from our area.
if you go WHAT: Polo at the Point WHEN: Oct. 18 WHERE: Sonny HillClearwater Polo Complex COST: Range from $10 to tailgate to $150 for the luncheon FIND OUT MORE: PoloAtThePoint.com; 251-928-9704
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Halloween on the coast Foley’s Uptown Halloween Party
SATURDAY, OCT. 25 Mobile Bay FC Halloween Soccer Tournament I Oct. 25 and 26; Trione Park, Daphne and Founders Park, Fairhope Pumpkin Pacer I 8 a.m.; Stapleton Elementary School I $25 for 5K; $15 T-shirts Prodisee Pantry Turkey Trot Bring non-perishable food donations to the race. A festival will follow the race. I 8 a.m.; Olde Towne Daphne I $18, 5K; $10, fun run I EventBrite.com; ProdiseePantry.org Doc Cooper’s Haunted Swamp Halloween adventure trail; donations are being collected for the William F. Green Veteran’s Home. I 6 – 9 p.m.; 22100 College Ave., Robertsdale I Free admission I cthomas@baldwinemc.com Wicked Woods Festival and Run I 4:30 p.m., run; 6 p.m., festival; Backcountry Trail, Orange Beach I $25, 5K; $12, fun run; $2, hayrides I BackcountryTrail.com; AlaPark.com/GulfState Spooky Movies on the Lawn “Hocus Pocus” and “Monsters, Inc.” Free popcorn and hayrides.
By Cathy Higgins
.com chiggins@gulfcoastnewspapers annual Foley Uptown It’s once again time for the Halloween Party. encouraged to don Area residents of all ages are cutest costumes on their spookiest, quirkiest and hly good time of fun. Thursday, Oct. 23 for a ghoulis will be housed in ies Set for 5:30 to 8 p.m., festivit wn, along and nto dow oric the streets of Foley’s hist (Highway 98). There, around West Laurel Avenue and civic groups will merchants, local businesses
I 7 – 10 p.m.; The Wharf in Orange Beach
ing’s food pantry I 251-943-1877
Third annual Halloween Costume Party I 7 – 9 p.m.; Orange Beach Community Center I $25 per person; $10 per table (must have at least 8 people) I loanbaby@aol.com
Friday, Oct. 31
Terror on the Gulf presents Fright Night A winding maze that stretches through the restaurant, and will terrify the young and old. I The Hangout in Gulf Shores Halloween Extravaganza A costume contest for all ages, a stuffed-animal walk, a scavenger hunt and ghost-story telling. I 6 – 9 p.m.; Foley Public Library I 251-943-7665
Wednesday, Oct. 29 Fairhope United Methodist Church “Trunk or Treat” I 6 p.m.; Fairhope United Methodist Church I Free admission I FairhopeUMC.org
Thursday, Oct. 30 Foley Senior Center Halloween Party The annual parade of ghouls, costume contest, prizes, food and fun. Reservations are required. I Foley Senior Center I $3 per person plus a canned good for the Council on Ag
-filled and safe Haljoin together to create a fun loween party for all ages. party will include The Foley Uptown Halloween ing, a costume eat r-tr k-o tric a variety of games, houses, balloon crecontest, inflatable bounce Scout Troop 77 will ations and a hayride. Plus, Boy dy and additional can sell hot dogs, pizza, cotton concessions. available for purchase, While those concessions are n Halloween Party is admission is to Foley Uptow shine. or free. The fun goes on, rain
Halloween Downtown 23 I 5:30 – 8 p.m.; John F. Rhodes Civic Center, Bay Minette I $1 for cake walk and costume contest I BMCivicClub.com/Halloween_ Downtown; 251-422-6747 First Baptist Church Fairhope “Perky Pumpkin Party” I 6 – 8 p.m.; First Baptist Church of Fairhope I FBCFairhope.org Carnival of Screams I 6 – 9 p.m.; 568 Wedgewood Drive, Daphne I Free admission I carnivalofscreams.com Trunk or Treat Ferris wheel rides, prizes, and inflatables. Children can walk from trunk to trunk to receive candy and treats. I 6 – 8:30 p.m.; The Wharf in Orange Beach I Free admission Heavenly Harvest I 5 – 7 p.m.; First Baptist Church of Foley I FBCFoley.com; 251-943-8352
Ongoing The Pumpkin Patch Hay rides on Fridays and Saturdays. I Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sunday 2 – 6 p.m.;
Rosinton United Methodist Church, Robertsdale I Free admission I RosintonUMC.com; 251-979-8830 Pumpkin Patch Express I Friday, 5 – 9 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon – 9 p.m.; Nightly train rides begin Oct. 24, 5 – 9 p.m.; Wale’s West RV Park and Light Railway, Silverhill I Admission is $15 per person, free for children 2 and under. I WalesWest.com; 888-569-5337 Pumpkin Patch I Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. – dark; Marlow United Methodist Church I Free admission I 251-988-8563. Fright Nights Halloween Fest Drive-in horror movies, pumpkin patch tour, trick or treating and more. I Oct. 24 – 31; Nightly, dark to 10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, dark to midnight; corner of County Road 64 and Osprey Lane I Free admission; hayride/ haunted castle, $5 per person. I GCRF.us; 850-572-1407; semelegalasst@bellsouth.net Great Pumpkin Patch I Monday – Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sunday, 12:30 – 6 p.m.; First Baptist Church of Gulf Shores