All former NICU patients and their families are invited to our NICU Reunion!
Sunday, May 5, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Geri Moulton Children’s Park at USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital
Fun activities and refreshments! For more info, e-mail nicureunion@usouthal.edu or call 415-1243!
Contents April 2013
Volume 5 Number 11
Features 52
Toddlers and Computers
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Grow With It!
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2013 Summer Camp Guide
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Speak Up!
Discover the benefits of technology and your toddler, and learn what limits to set.
From infant to empty nest, get advice on how to thrive in each unique stage of motherhood.
Our listing is extended this month with new camps and extra details to get you and the kids ready for summer fun!
Columns 2 From One Parent to Another
Find practical tips to ease your child’s fears and encourage them in public speaking.
Lynn Knighton
4 Living With Children
On The Cover
14 Kids Health
Departments
48 Get This!
6 Bits and Pieces
John Rosemond
by Dr. Robert L. Rux, M.D.
Paige Gardner Smith
16 School Bits
50 Dave Says
78 Family Calendar
Dave Ramsey
54 The FlyLady
84 Movie Reviews
Marla Cilley
83 A Page in a Book Paige Gardner Smith
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Lucy Elaine Normann (11), daughter of Lisette Milham Normann and Barret Normann and big sister to John Normann (5), and Emily Garner “EG” James (10), daughter of Morgan and Ashley James. These best friends enjoy tennis, swimming and hanging out at the beach.
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Eastern Shore Parents Magazine, is founded on the principle that parenting is an exciting, diverse, challenging, and significant, role in our community. Eastern Shore Parents Magazine is a community advocate for families and the parenting process.
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From One Parent to Another... I think we can all agree that life with kids (or even without kids) can be completely crazy at times. Have you ever had a run of chaos several days in a row? To the point you are past tired, past tears and straight to the “I’ve completely lost it” laughing stage? Recently, for about a twoweek span, some new drama introduced itself almost every day. Thank goodness nothing life changing or traumatic, just lots of surprise inconveniences. First it was a really bad plumbing issue under the house (while my mother-inlaw was visiting), leaving all bathrooms totally unusable for almost an entire day. I had to laugh when my husband woke up the next morning grabbing his keys and jacket first thing. I asked him where he was going and he replied, “To the bathroom...want me to pick up breakfast while I am there?” I won’t bore you with the rest of the craziness, but will say the week continued to present all kinds of “fun” with the finale being Anna breaking her arm and us spending the night in the hospital. The reality is though, that’s just how life is sometimes, especially with children. No stage has any less drama than the next. Sleepless nights, teething, potty training, school projects, busy schedules, worrying about curfews... The best thing we can do is just pray, do our best, keep a good sense of humor and enjoy the ride. Heidi Smith Luedtke, Ph.D. has provided us with a great article, Grow with It! How to Thrive at Each Stage of Motherhood. It is a really nice reminder on how to savor every stage of our parenting life. Our family is now in a new stage as our girls enter their “tween” years. I love having more adult conversations with them and really enjoy hearing their perspectives on various topics. However, it does not always come easy. Along with their age has come a new fondness for their iPods. The other day we were getting in the car, and I look back and all three had them in their hands with headphones on. I quickly turned around and told them to put them away; this was going to be family time. I was extremely reluctant to let them have iPods because of this very reason. If left to their own devices (yes, pun intended) they will shrink into their own little worlds, losing touch with family. Others feel like keeping children from technology puts them behind. Finding that balance is the trick. I think this is a real struggle for many families, especially those with really small children. When is the right time to introduce your children to technology? How much is too much? If you are struggling with this subject check out Toddlers and Computers: Making the Right Connection, by Jaqueline Bodnar. My main concern with technology is I fear children will lose the ability to communicate sans electronics. If all they do is text, will they know the proper way to answer a phone or order in a restaurant? We need to be mindful that we are teaching our children the proper way to communicate with others without electronics. Learning how to introduce yourself and the importance of looking others in the eye when speaking are necessary life skills. That is how you learn people and build relationships. After all, it is not always what a person says, but how they say it. Those nuances cannot be read though text or email. It is a learned skill that needs to be practiced. I love some of the ideas Gina Roberts-Grey has in this month’s article, Speak Up: Easing Your Child Into Public Speaking. She has great tips on ways to practice communication skills through everyday opportunities. My girls had no problem whatsoever speaking up when they saw the March issue’s Summer Camp directory. We have added even more this month so make sure you check it out. Also, there are plenty of great family friendly activities to participate in this month so get outside and enjoy this beautiful weather!
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What Should Parents Say to Senior Beach Trips? Q:
In our city, most of the high school seniors participate in “Senior Beach Week” during spring break. They rent beach houses and condos and party like there’s no tomorrow. Alcohol, marijuana, and sex abound. Our friends justify allowing their kids to go by saying they have to be trusted sometime. In truth, we all have good kids who have never given us any trouble. They just want to go and be part of the scene. Our nephew’s parents, however, refuse to let him go. They say it’s irresponsible even if the child in question has been trustworthy to this point. We are wavering back and forth on letting our 17-year-old son attend. He assures us he won’t get into trouble. What are your thoughts?
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My immediate thought is that it requires a serious lapse of common sense for a person to play with an explosive device, even if it has a safety and it’s never gone off. In other words, the fact that a youngster has been trouble-free and trustworthy to date is no guarantee that he will not spontaneously combust if put in the wrong situation. It’s not a matter of trust; it’s a matter of understanding that ALL teens are impressionable (some more than others) and want to be accepted by their peers. It
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would be one thing if these kids were all members of a church youth group going on a mission trip to a third-world country. It’s quite another when the destination is the modern equivalent of Gomorrah. I strongly suspect that parents who justify allowing their kids to attend this weeklong bacchanalia by saying “Well, you gotta trust ‘em sometime,” are really afraid to incur the negative emotional reaction that is bound to happen if they say no. They want to be liked by their kids, so they let them do things that strain common sense. Your nephew’s parents are to be commended for standing their ground. Certainly the talk will be that they’re overprotective and controlling and so on. That’s just more justification on the part of parents who desperately need to rationalize making a really bad decision. Too many of today’s parents have let having a good relationship with their kids take priority over providing effective leadership, part of which involves the willingness to make unpopular decisions. Instead, they think like politicians, always worried about doing something that might hurt their chances of re-election (or, in this case, something that might cause their kids to not like them for a while, as if that’s relevant to anything). Politics and parenting don’t mix.
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announced a mother-son dance so as not to leave out the boys. I really don’t want to attend this. It’s just not my thing. One of our boys says he doesn’t really want to go. The other one says he’d like to go, but doesn’t mind if I don’t want to. What are your thoughts?
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This sounds like politically correct silliness to me. Boys, generally speaking, don’t want to be “equal” to girls. This continues into adulthood, where one finds that men don’t mind women having social clubs and business organizations that are gender-exclusive. I think a mother-son dance is benign, but if you don’t want to participate, then don’t. If your boys had strong feelings about attending, and most of their friends were going to be there, I’d recommend that you grin and bear it. Be prepared, however, for the boys to all want to get together on one side of the room and talk about boy stuff. As an alternative, consider creating your own mother-son experience. Take your boys out to a nice restaurant and teach them proper etiquette, for example. The world is sorely lacking in young men who know to pull out chairs and open doors for women.
Family psychologist John Rosemond answers parents’ questions on his website at www.rosemond.com.
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Be Our Guest at CAPAC’s Performance of “Beauty and the Beast” It's a Fairy Tale come true when your family attends the Baldwin County 4-H Group, CAPAC, (Creative and Performing Arts Club) performance of Beauty and the Beast Friday, April 26th at the John F. Rhodes Civic Center in Bay Minette. Admission is free and donations are accepted. Showings are 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. The fairytale continues on May 4th at the “19th Hole” in Lake Forest, as children have an opportunity to breakfast with the cast of Beauty and the Beast. Come in costumes and take pics with your favorite characters! $8, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. For more information or to make your Reservations by calling Jo Ellen @ (251) 709-5369.
Discovery Day at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab will be held Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. This family event includes a huge variety of environmentally-themed children’s activities, games, crafts, and interactive exhibits; Open House at the Research Facilities of the DISL, and free children’s admission to the Estuarium. Admission is free (except for reduced adult Estuarium admission). For more info: Call 251/861-2141 or visit www.disl.org.
5th Annual Delta Woods and Waters Expo
The City of Spanish Fort and the 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center will present the 5th Annual Delta Woods and Waters Expo Saturday, April 27, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at 5 Rivers on the Causeway. Admission to the Expo is free. Discover the natural beauty of the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta through over 20 interactive exhibits and presentations that focus on wildlife, hunting, fishing, boating, and outdoor life. See raptor birds from the Mobile County Environmental Studies Center; Mammals from Ron’s Kritter Kids in Montgomery; Alabama Marine Resources Touch Tank; Turtles & Snakes shows; Youth Archery; Fly Tying & Casting; Turkey Calling & Youth Shooting Midway; Rod & Reel Casting; Small Boat Handling; 5 Rivers Delta Safaris pontoon boat tours; Wooden Boat Show; bouncy house, live entertainment, food, crafts and more! For complete, up to the minute details about the Expo, visit www.DeltaWoodsAndWatersExpo.com.
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Harp Ensemble to Perform at Local Churches
The Gulf Coast Harp Society is a group of professional and aspiring harpists who gather several times during the year to rehearse and perform along the Gulf Coast. The Ensemble is planning a two-concert series this spring. One is in Fairhope on April 21, at 4 p.m. at the St. Lawrence Room at St. Lawrence Catholic Church. The next one is in Pensacola at the First Baptist Church on May 5 at 4 p.m. The concerts will have a total of 10 to 11 harpists performing on pedal and lever harps. The music selections are folk, hymn tunes, patriotic, and harp literature. There is no admission charge for the concerts but a free-will offering will be taken. For further information, contact Jeanne O'Connell (251) 928-2055 or jocmus@aol.com.
Volunteers Needed to Help Build Pelican Point Living Shoreline
Restore Coastal Alabama Partnership needs volunteers to build 4 reefs, on Saturday, April 6, from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Hundreds of volunteers will deploy 20,500 interlocking blocks--which weigh between 30-35 pounds each--to create four reefs at Pelican Point. That area has experienced significant habitat loss and erosion that in turn has negatively impacted the very resources that draw residents to the area and support local economies. Once constructed, the reefs will protect the adjacent shoreline and enhance habitat for fish, shellfish and birds, providing opportunities for fishing, bird watching and sightseeing from land, kayak or boat. Sign up today at www.handsonal.org, keyword “Pelican”. Must be at least age 16 to volunteer. Pelican Point, Baldwin County, Alabama, near the mouth of Weeks Bay, 10299 County Road 1, Fairhope. Eastern Shore Parents I April 2013
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Mobile’s Singing Children Set to Perform “Passport to Music”
Mobile’s Singing Children (MSC) will perform a special music education concert entitled “Passport to Music” on Tuesday, April 9th at 6:30 p.m. at Fairhope United Methodist Church in Fairhope. As part of MSC’s mission and outreach program, “Passport to Music” is designed as an educational experience for adults and schoolage students alike. The concert will take audience members through an international sampling of music styles and composers including Las Amarillas from Spain to Lebenslust from Germany to Hope for Resolution that combines European and African music. Music from the original Broadway musical, and popular movie release, Les Misérables will also be featured. This concert is free, and open to the public. It is important to note that the “Passport to Music” project has been made possible by grants from the Alabama State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment of the Arts.
Outdoors Workshop for Women to be Held at 5 Rivers
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is conducting an outdoors workshop for women on April 6, at the Five Rivers Delta Resource Center in Spanish Fort. The workshop is part of the agency’s Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) program for women ages 18 and up. This “Beyond BOW” will feature classes in Outdoor Photography, Kayak Fishing, Beekeeping, Outdoor Sketch Pad and Bird Watching. Beyond BOW at Five Rivers takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and pre-registration is required. The fee for the one-day workshop is $50 and includes lunch. Registrants will participate in one class of their choice based on a first-come, first-served basis, so early registration is encouraged. For more information and to register, visit www.outdooralabama. com and click on the “Outdoor Adventures” menu listing.
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bits & pieces Fairhope Rotary International Steak Championship Cook-off for Charity
The 9th Annual Fairhope Rotary International Steak Championship Cook-off for Charity will be held Friday May 9th from 7 - 10 p.m. on De La Mare Avenue in Fairhope. The steaks will amaze you! Under the skilled grill masters, these magnificent steaks are carved from the center of Prime Rib Roast. This street party is all inclusive, all-you-can-eat rib eye steak, baked potato, tossed salad, wine, beer, and soft drinks, as well as live entertainment by the Tip Tops included with admission price of $50. For professional offices and others, discounted packages of 5 tickets (buy 4 get one FREE) are available for $200. There will also be a 50/50 drawing (up to $3,600 value) with tickets priced at $20 each or a package of six for $100. Best of all, it all goes to charity! Admission tickets may be purchased from any club member, online or at locations listed on our website, www.fairhopesteak.org.
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Neonatal Reunion at USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital to Welcome Back NICU Graduates
The Hollis J. Wiseman Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the University of South Alabama Children’s & Women’s Hospital will host USA’s 24th NICU Reunion at the hospital’s Geri Moulton Children’s Park from 1-3 p.m., Sunday, May 5. All USA NICU “graduates” and their families are invited. The NICU graduates are babies who were born premature, underweight or ill, and were treated in the NICU. Light refreshments will be served and dress is casual, and there will be children’s games. Free parking will be available at the USA Mitchell Cancer Institute next to the park. There is no admission charge. To request more information about the upcoming NICU Reunion at USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital, please e-mail nicureunion@usouthal. edu or call 415-1243.
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Exceptional Arts Event to Raise Money for Exceptional Foundation
The Exceptional Foundation is excited to announce their Second Annual Exceptional Arts Event, to be held May 30th, from 5:30 - 8 p.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church Life Center in Daphne. The Exceptional Foundation of the Gulf Coast is a non-profit organization that provides a safe place for people with special needs, who are 18 years old or older, to come and have opportunities to enhance their social, recreational, and extracurricular lives. The event will feature a live art auction, silent auction, wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of this wonderful event or would like more information on the Exceptional Foundation, please call 251-625-8955.
Alabama Gulf Coast Chapter Red Cross Annual Gumbo Cook-off
Join us for the 5th annual Gumbo Cook-off as teams battle it out to see whose gumbo recipe tops them all! There will be activities for children and live music. Kids under 10 get in free. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the gate. This event takes place on Saturday, April 20 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Bienville Square. Bring the entire family for food, fun and entertainment! Please visit www.alredcross.org/gumbocookoff to purchase tickets. For more information call 251-544-6100. Proceeds will support the services and programs of the American Red Cross.
Wanted: More Dogs to Visit Kids at USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital
Pediatric patients at the University of South Alabama Children’s & Women’s Hospital look especially forward to Tuesdays and Thursdays. That’s when the hospital’s “Pet Therapy” program pays a visit. Every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon, specially trained dogs are escorted room-to-room to see the youngsters and brighten their day. However, with the number of hospitalized children increasing and the expansion of the visits to twice weekly, there’s a need for more dogs to join the Pet Therapy program at Children’s & Women’s. Dogs and their handlers must be screened by the hospital. The dogs must have successfully completed obedience training and the requirements of Pet Partners Inc., formerly Delta Society, must be met. Interested participants should visit Pet Partners’ Web site, www.petpartners.org. For more information about volunteering at USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital, visit www.usahealthsystem.com/usacwh and click on Volunteering, or call 415-1123.
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bits & pieces The 2013 Hoot Scoot 5K and 1 Mile, Run with the Owl
The Fairhope Public Library Foundation will hold its 5th annual Hoot Scoot on Friday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. Owls of all ages will take to the streets in their Glow-in-the-Dark race t-shirts, running through the beautiful neighborhoods of Downtown Fairhope. At the finish line, runners will be welcomed by a party under the stars on the Fairhope Library lawn! Awards will be given to the top five male and females who come closest to predicting their times in the 5K, and to the three fastest males and female finishers. All those registered in the 1 mile fun run / walk will receive participation prizes. Also, the school with the most registered runners will receive a $500 gift certificate to help purchase books for their school library. All race proceeds benefit the Fairhope Public Library. For more information on entry fees, registration guidelines or volunteer opportunities, please visit www.fairhopelibrary.org or email us at HootScoot@att.net.
SOFFE and “Inside Cheerleading” Announce the 2013 SOFFE All Star
SOFFE and Inside Cheerleading magazine are proud to announce Kori Wilbourn of Daphne, as the 2013 SOFFE All Star! Wilbourn, a member of Gem of Champions- Black Diamonds squad, as well as the Varsity Cheerleading squad at Daphne High School, was amongst some 30 girls to interview with SOFFE at the CHEERSPORT Nationals in Atlanta, Ga. Wilbourn’s dedication to not only the sport of cheerleading, but also her friends and community made her a shining star amongst a host of talented applicants in this year’s contest. Her fundraising work with the March Forth with Hope Foundation that provides financial assistance to families battling cancer or other lifethreatening diseases set Wilbourn apart from the crowd. Additionally, she works as a coach for younger cheerleading athletes and passes out good luck ladybug charms at competitions as a display of sportsmanship. As the 2013 winner, Wilbourn receives a complete SOFFE wardrobe, an all-expense paid trip to New York City and $1,000! She will also appear on the cover of the October issue of Inside Cheerleading magazine.
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Christ the King Catholic Church Opens New Perpetual Adoration Chapel
Christ the King Catholic Church in Daphne celebrated the opening of its Blessed Sacrament Chapel on Sunday, March 10. Archbishop of Mobile, Thomas J. Rodi, blessed and dedicated the Chapel while parishioners viewed the ceremony via a live video and audio feed in the main Church. Archbishop Rodi celebrated the 11:00 a.m. Mass and concluded with benediction. He then processed with the monstrance to the Chapel to place it in its new home. Afterward, Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration resumed immediately in the Chapel while the Archbishop joined parishioners in the gym for a reception to mark the special occasion. Pictured, Father Matthew O’Connor, Pastor of Christ the King, leads the procession to Blessed Sacrament Chapel framed by the Knights of Columbus.
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Kentucky Derby Party in Orange Beach
The Treasures of the Isle Mardi Gras Krewe presents the Premier Derby Party in Baldwin County! The 7th Annual "Derby Party" as always, coincides with the Kentucky Derby, held on the first Saturday in May. This year’s party, featuring Gourmet Derby style meal, Door Prizes, Hat Contests, Human Stick Horse races, authentic Mint Juleps, Big Screen TVs, and enormous Silent Auction, will be held May 4th at Live Bait 2, Perdido Beach Blvd., starting at 1 p.m. Tickets are $25 pp, available from TOI members, The Gift Emporium, Designed by You and at the door. A portion of the proceeds will benefit YOUTH-REACH Baldwin County. For addition information: bayneb@ centurytel.net, Facebook: Treasures of the Isle or call 251-981-2227. Pictured are Hat Contest Winners from 2012: Honorable Mention – Gloria Bridges, Men's Best of Show - Nick Lees, Best Ensemble - Lyn Profitt, Most Awesome - Ellen McKinney, Most Creative - Patricia Kraak.
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bits & pieces Former USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital Patient is Special Guest at Board of Trustees Meeting
Jenny Biggs of Fairhope, former USA Children's & Women's Hospital patient and Alabama's 2012 Champion Child for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, was a special guest at the quarterly meeting of the USA Board of Trustees on March 8. Jenny and her mother, Berry McKelvain, spoke to the board about Jenny's illness, treatment and recovery. They were joined by USA neurosurgeon Dr. Anthony Martino and hospital administrator Owen Bailey. After the meeting, Jenny and Berry presented Mr. Bailey with a plaque to mark their appreciation of USA Children's & Women's Hospital! Pictured from left are Owen Bailey, Jenny Biggs and Berry McKelvain.
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Orange Beach Public Library Celebrates Dr. Seuss’ Birthday
On February 26, the Orange Beach Public Library celebrated the birthday of Dr. Seuss at story time. March 2 is Dr. Seuss’ birthday. The children at story time dressed up like the Cat in the Hat and had their pictures taken. Ms. Patsy read Green Eggs and Ham. Everyone sang happy birthday and enjoyed a birthday cake that was generously donated by Winn Dixie in Orange Beach. Various Dr. Seuss crafts were available for the children to enjoy. Snowbird friend and musician Roger Covington shared a little music from Seussical, the play based on books of Dr. Seuss. In addition to celebrating in the Library, staff members and patrons read at Orange Beach Elementary School for Read Across America . Read Across America is a National Education Association project that is held each year in observance of the birthday of Dr. Seuss.
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The Original Oyster House’s 8th Annual Chelsea Garvin Spirit Award Scholarship Program
The Original Oyster House will award two $1,000 scholarships to High School seniors in Baldwin County. The Chelsea Garvin Spirit Award Scholarship Program has been created in loving memory of Chelsea Garvin. She was a 2004 graduate of Fairhope High School, a Fish River Fire Department Rescue Diver, an Original Oyster House employee and a talented artist. Tragically, Chelsea's life was cut short due to a boating accident in 2005. To qualify you must be a High School Senior in Baldwin County for the 2012-2013 school year with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and participate in recent school or community art events. We will accept Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Pastel, Charcoal, Pen and Ink, Colored Pencil, Mixed Media, Ceramics or Sculptural media types. The winning art work must be ready to hang and becomes the property of the Original Oyster House for display in one of the restaurants or for marketing purposes. Art and applications are due on or before Wednesday, April 17. We are looking for the most artistic and creative representation of the Original Oyster House. We are now accepting online submissions for these scholarships. To learn more and apply online at: www.originaloysterhouse.com/scholarship.php. For more information on our annual scholarship program, please contact Shannon Roh, Customer Relations Director for the Original Oyster House Restaurants at 251-928-2620 or shannon@ originaloysterhouse.com.
Wee Ones at the Library Celebrate Mardi Gras
On February 19, 2013 the Orange Beach Public Library story time celebrated Mardi Gras. Children and their parents enjoyed traditional Mardi Gras music from a very creative snowbird musician, Roger Covington. King Cake was served while everyone made feathered and jeweled Mardi Gras masks in preparation for a parade. When the cake was gone and the masks were ready, the Mystic Order of the Library Wee Ones once again paraded through the Library throwing beads to library patrons. The high energy Mardi Gras celebration at story time is one of the favored yearly programs. It is always anticipated with excitement and well attended. The Library is grateful for the generous donation of the King Cake from Publix of Orange Beach. Pictured, Ana Williams hands out beads to patrons.
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Camping Safety Tips Spring is here! After a winter full of rain and almost freezing temperatures, it’s time to warm up and get outdoors. I have two sons in Scouts, and we love camping! Today we will review some great places to camp in our area, as well as some safety tips regarding getting lost, protecting you and your kids from the great outdoors, and review some must haves for the big trip! So, once we joined Scouts, one of the first big events that we talked about was camping at the USS Alabama Battleship. I remember visiting as a kid and having a homecoming dance there, but I really couldn’t remember how cool it was. So, we all went and camped out on the lawn of the Battleship with probably thousands of other Scouts and had a blast. Over the winter we got to actually sleep on the Battleship in the same bunks that the sailors slept on when the ship was an active warship! Everyone knows the Battleship is there when you drive over the bay, but we often forget what a wonderful and important monument it is to our parents, grandparents and country! In Baldwin County, we also have lots of great places to camp. We all stayed at the new campgrounds in the Gulf State Park, including my wife, daughter, and some raccoons! Since the hurricanes damaged the grounds a few years ago, they have spent a lot of money rebuilding the area and it looks
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great! We also have Blakeley State Park in Spanish Fort with great camping and lots of history. And, of course, if you want, you can just go camping in your backyard! Of course, as with anything in pediatrics and Scouts, you have to be prepared! Before you go, be sure you do the following things. First, be sure to tell at least two people where you are going to camp and when you should be back. Second, look at the weather! Be prepared for changes in temperature and storms. Third, review a book or pictures online of poisonous plants and snakes in the area. Everyone jokes about getting poison ivy or oak, but if you get it in the wrong place, it’s no laughing matter! So, what do you need to bring? Of course, you need a first aid kit. Familiarize yourself with the contents and add the following if not already there--Benadryl, hydrocortisone 1% cream, sunscreen, bug spray, and a pain reliever like ibuprofen. You will need to pack clothes for layering in case it gets too hot or cold, a good map, lots of water and food, waterproof matches and tents, several flashlights and LOTS of batteries! You will be surprised how quickly they run out. Also, it’s a good idea to have a whistle- -if you or a child gets lost, a whistle will carry a lot further than the human voice. So, a few quick safety tips. First, teach your child that if they get lost, stay put!
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Don’t wander off the trail and try to find the group. The group is much more likely to find you if are near the last place you were seen. Also, if lost, blow the whistle. Next, be sure to apply lots of sunscreen and bug spray. At the end of each day, be sure to examine every person in the group for ticks, especially in hard to see areas like the hair. Be careful when crossing any water. The rocks can be very slippery and the logs can be dangerous. Please, don’t drink the water. Assume that you cannot eat any plant or berry. And, finally, use special care around campfires to prevent any burns or other injuries. Camping is a wonderful family activity that builds character and family bonding. Enjoy our wonderful state parks and outdoor areas and have fun!
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Orange Beach Elementary Kindergartners Hold Mardi Gras for School
Kindergarten students held their annual Mardi Gras Parade through the hallways of Orange Beach Elementary School on Friday, February 8. Students in the older grades were treated to traditional Mardi Gras "throws" such as beads, candy & Moon Pies. Kindergarten students wore festive clothes & had a chance to show off their custom miniature floats.
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Students from Mrs. Hamil's Art II Class painted a mural of their interpretation of the Gulf Coast and its beauty. The painting took about two weeks to create and was assigned as part of a contest for Andre's Restaurant in Fairhope. Every high school in Baldwin County participated and a winner will be chosen. The murals will be hung inside the restaurant. Featured artists from left to right are Mary Lynn Wells, Dylan Moyer, Sterling Yend, and Hannah Navarro. These students showcased their talent with an amazing representation of what the Gulf Coast has to offer.
Gulf Shores Elementary School Student Teacher of the Year
Anthony Capps, a third grade teacher at Gulf Shores Elementary School, is the recipient of the University of South Alabama's Outstanding K-6 Student Teacher of the Year for 2012. This comes as no surprise to his students or the faculty who teaches with him. He is an outstanding first year teacher as well! Pictured l to r: Third graders James Morgan, Kenny Wise, Alexxis Helton, teacher Mr. Capps and Austin Phillips.
Fairhope Elementary 3rd Graders Study Shadows and Reflections
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Students Dig Deep at Daphne East
Lisa Brodie visited Daphne East Elementary and spoke about a non-profit organization, started by three young families in rural Baldwin County, called Dig Deep Give Well. These families saw the desperate need for clean water in rural villages in Tanzania, Africa and after much planning, decided to make a difference. Dig Deep partners with the people of Africa, to bring about major change in these communities where women and girls are sometimes walking 10 hours a day to collect water that is unfit to drink. Students were able to purchase clay bracelets, t-shirts and magnets to help support the project.
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Fairhope Middle School Welcomes Author Watt Key
Local award-winning author, Watt Key, recently visited with the 7th grade students at Fairhope Middle School. The 7th grade Language Arts classes have been reading Watt’s novel,” Alabama Moon” , as part of their curriculum. They enjoyed hearing a firsthand account of the experiences that influenced his writing. Pictured, in no particular order, with Mr. Key are Mrs. Katie Perry, 7th grade Language Arts teacher, and members of her 6th period class: Troy Adams, Elizabeth Anderton, Olivia Austill, Christopher Corbett, Samuel Crider, Sadie Fowler, Ryan Gerrells, Ethan Hauf, Carson Herndon, Graham Hice, Brock Hunter, Brendan Knight, Tyler Marcil, Marianna Marshall, Evan Moore, Max Morgan, Matthew Novak, Antonio Rodriguez, Adam Roshetko, Gibbs Sherrell, Joseph Tarabella, Patrick Templon, and Bailey Wilson. Not pictured are: Nicholas Austill, Austin Linton, Dimi Pitsios, and Edward Simons.
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S N Science Experimentation at Orange Beach Elementary
Mrs. Nikki Walker's class is studying physical and chemical changes. Recently they conducted several experiments to learn the signs that a chemical change has occurred. The students used glow sticks to demonstrate production of light and "hot hands" warming packs for the production of heat. Production of gas is hard to see, so the class had to capture it. Students used baking soda and vinegar to make a chemical change and captured the gas it produced with balloons. They finished off their studies by conducting more "virtual" experiments online using their MacBooks.
Christ the King Students Offer Lenten Prayers
Christ the King Catholic School seventh grader, Jack Adamski gives a prayer card to fifth grader, Katie Ray, on Thursday after morning prayers . On Ash Wednesday, Fr. O'Connor blessed a huge basket of Easter eggs after the school mass. Inside those eggs were the names of every student, faculty and staff member at the school. The huge basket was divided into smaller baskets that were distributed to each classroom. Every morning during Lent an egg is opened by a student in each classroom and a prayer is said by the class for the person whose name is inside the egg. A card is also delivered to the person to let them know they were prayed for that day.
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Spanish Fort HS Senior Named Regional Winner of Bryant-Jordan Achievement Award
Congratulations to Tyler Orem, regional winner of the Bryant-Jordan Achievement Award! Tyler is a senior from Spanish Fort High School and received $2500 in scholarship funds for being named the winner of this award. We wish Tyler the best as he attends the state Bryant-Jordan Banquet on April 8 in Birmingham. There, Tyler has the possibility of winning up to $6000 more in scholarship awards.
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Daphne Elementary First Grade Class Visits USS Alabama
Pictured, Blaze LaFever pretends to be aiming a large gun on board the USS Alabama Battleship during a recent field trip with Mrs. Catherine Scheller's first grade class from Daphne Elementary School.
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Junior Auxiliary of the Eastern Shore Crown of Character
These 5th Graders at Fairhope Intermediate have been awarded the Crown of Character award for the month of February. Congratulations! Back Row: Carolina Puckett, Kohl Curtis, Catie Burch; Front Row: Claire Hesse, Sophie DeCorte, Gabriella Notarangelo, Julia Biles. Thank you to our gold level sponsors: Bay Pediatric, Chick-fil-A, Coastal Neurological Institute, Restoration Health, Terry Thompson & Thomas Hospital.
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Mrs. Sarah Seitz' kindergarten class at J. Larry Newton School won some Wet Ones Hand Wipes! The students presented a case of the wipes to Mrs. Peacock, our school nurse. Wet Ones along with their partner, teacherlists.com have teamed together to send cases of Wet Ones to schools. The gift is intended to "ensure that students are staying healthy without spreading germs". Pictured is Sarah Seitz' class with Jessica Peacock, JLN School Nurse.
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Christ the King Eighth Graders Perform for Residents of The Brennity
Christ the King Catholic School eighth graders sing for the residents of The Brennity at Fairhope during their visit on Valentine's Day. The students, dressed in western attire, sang folk songs and performed a skit for their audience. The eighth grade service day also included visits to The Brennity at Daphne and Eastern Shore Rehabilitation Center.
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Robertsdale High Students Help Elementary Students Learn Spanish
Students from the Spanish III class at Robertsdale High School are partnering with Robertsdale Elementary for Spanish language instruction. Each week high school students from Tiffany Robayna’s advanced language class are visiting RES second grade classrooms in an effort to help the younger students gain basic Spanish proficiency. RES initiated a school-wide Spanish language program this year using the Muzzy language course for children, and the high school students are reinforcing these lessons with the second graders. The program will continue until May when it will be capped off with a special Cinco de Mayo celebration. Participating high school students pictured with their teacher are (starting from left back): Logan Mitchell, Lindsey Davis, Evie Hackney, Jacob Floyd, Hunter Vasko, and Anel Muùoz McGrew; (middle & front rows from left): Savannah Weaver, Shelby Peardon, Chelsea Evans, Miranda Brown, and teacher Tiffany Robayna. Not pictured is Carmen Vivar.
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Robertsdale Elementary School’s Wild Game Night a Big Success
Spanish Fort Elementary Class Takes Trip to Montgomery Kelly Knapp's 4th Grade class of Spanish Fort Elementary School recently went on a field to Montgomery for a lesson on State History. They visited the State Capitol, State House, Old Alabama Town, The Governor's Mansion and the Zoo.
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Wild Game Night was once again a rousing success at Robertsdale Elementary School thanks to strong support from the community. While many individuals and organizations contributed to a terrific event, the following were especially instrumental to the evening: Campbell’s Hardware, Farm Fresh Meats, Publix Supermarkets, Mellow Mushroom, Dennis Calvert, and the City of Robertsdale. School Principal Faye Sheppard and Assistant Principal Diane Holmes are pictured (in the center of the photograph) singing with the group “The Chords of Truth” which provided entertainment.
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Kiwanis Terrific Kids for February in Kindergarten – 3rd Grade, pictured, are: Front Row L to R: Maura Hawkins, Emily Watson, Faith Craig, Anderson Buckner, Bella Beckley, Ensley Keel, Brady McInturff; Back Row L to R: Jason Jackson, Kiwanis Representative, Lori Brocato, Principal, Gabe Herrera, Carmen Herrera, Hallie Rogers, Kylee DeAnglis, James Dumas, Tripp Oliphant, Assistant Principal. Kiwanis Terrific Kids for February for 4th – 6th Grade, pictured, are: Front Row L to R: Maya Kollin, Bella Turner, Caroline
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Upper School students at Bayshore Christian School performed "Everyman" on Friday, March 15. Shown from left to right: Natalie Collins, Bryant Brock, Gracie Barre, Maddy Mote and Trevor Trasher.
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History Comes Alive at Daphne Elementary School
Some very famous people were seen walking the halls of Daphne Elementary recently. Actually, first-graders read a biography of a famous person and then wrote a report to teach their classmates the importance of the person they studied. Students were asked to come dressed as the person they researched and presented their reports in first person to their class. Johnny Appleseed, Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr., and Rosa Parks were among the subjects. Pictured, Back Row: Brinkley King, Javontae Walton, Morgan Bias, Roman Anderson, Preslea Carter, Zander Kouvarakis; Front Row: Bailey Malone, Douglas Cooper, Logan Ling, and Graham Robb.
6th Grade Class at Daphne East Presents Wax Museum
Terrence Watts' 6th grade social studies class at Daphne East Elementary presented a "Living Wax Museum" in honor of Black History Month. Students toured the museum and learned about famous African Americans.
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Spanish Fort HS Students Win Concert by Country Singer Matt Kennon
Congratulations to the Spanish Fort TOROS for submitting one of the winning videos in the "STOP the BULLying" Outreach Program Campaign. Mrs. Cates’ first block class submitted a winning video as part of the contest. The video was directed and edited by Christina Irion and featured Tyler Powell, Katie Clark, Monroe Glover, and Diana Conn. The video captured students dealing with bullying and putting a positive spin on how to stop it. It was set to Matt Kennon's song, "You Had To Pick On Me." SFHS received a free concert on Friday morning by country music singer, Matt Kennon, and inspirational speaker, Troy McClain. We had an amazing time at the concert and learned about the serious effects of bullying. Congratulations to all of our participants in the video. Once again, our TOROS shine brightly as they showcase their incredible young talent! Students featured in the video pose for a picture after the concert! Front Row (L to R): Inspirational Speaker, Troy McClain and Country Singer/Songwriter, Matt Kennon. Back Row (L to R): Ms. Gail Cates (English and drama teacher), Tyler Powell, Christina Irion, Katie Clark, and Monroe Glover.
Famous Americans Spotted on Fairhope Elementary Campus
Second grade students at Fairhope Elementary presented a Wax Museum of people who had an influence on our country. After researching their chosen person, they wrote and memorized a few lines using the information they had gathered. The students created a bag report displaying the important facts on their chosen person and then dressed to represent the person. The activity culminated with the students presenting their person to other Fairhope Elementary students, parents and visitors in the gym. Each student wore a dot on their hand. Visitors walked around the room, pressing the dot, and the person came to life as the students recited the information they had learned. Pictured are Kahle Wilson as Danica Patrick and Mackenzie Gwaltney as Sacagawea.
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At St. Patrick Catholic School in Robertsdale, some of the 6th-8th graders participated in the American History Essay contest this year, sponsored by the Fort Bowyer Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Louise Reid - Chairman, and Clarice Passmore - Newsletter Chairman, presented the students with certificates medals, and awarded $25. This year's theme was "Forgotten Patriots Who Supported the American Struggle for Independence". Pictured are (front LtoR) Anna Bulman, Bryce Corte, Shannon McAuliffe - 6th grade 1st Place Winner, Anne-Marie Doughmen - 7th grade 1st Place Winner and STATE level winner (Anne-Marie will be recognized at an Awards luncheon in Auburn, and move on to compete at the National level), Abigail Redlich - 8th grade 1st Place Winner, and Sarah Catherine Caldwell 8th grade 1st Place Winner; (back LtoR) Rain Bill, Elizabeth Halliday, Ashley George, Ali Leavitt, Laura Weatherford, Samantha Bailey, Hannah Wright, Miranda Desmond, Louise Reid - Chairman, and Clarice Passmore - Newsletter Chairman. Essays are judged for historical accuracy, adherence to topic, organization of materials, interest, originality, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and neatness.
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Gulf Shores Elementary School recently held a parade for their participants in the Special Olympics. The Special Olympic students paraded through the courtyard with the student body cheering them on while the 6th grade band played exciting parade music. Go Jackson! Go Anna! Go Isabelle! Go Joshua! Go Cayden! Pictured, above, Special Olympics participant Joshua Russell and his teacher, Sherie Harris, parade through the courtyard to the cheers of their schoolmates! The classes of the participating students also attended the Olympics to cheer on their classmates. The day was beautiful and the love, support and camaraderie shown was even more beautiful! Pictured, after winning his 25 meter race, second grade Special Olympics participant Jackson Maloy was congratulated by his classmates John Lumpkin, Nolan Sansom and Lizzy Hands.
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Fairhope Middle School TSA Students Win Awards at District Competition
Members of the Technology Student Association at Fairhope Middle School recently participated in the TSA district competition held at Faulkner State University. The following students placed in their various competitions: Lindsey Garner – 2nd place Dragster/3rd place Creed; Ben Brunson – 1st place Dragster; Sean Robertson – 1st place Problem Solving/3rd place Dragster; Aaron Roberts – 3rd place Flight; Canon Barham – 1st place Safety Design; Grady Rozum – 3rd place Video Game Design; and Thomas Rhea – 1st place Problem Solving. The FMS Technology Student Association is sponsored by Mr. Leroy Hughes, FMS technology teacher. Pictured, are members of Fairhope Middle School TSA club: Front row, left to right: Robertson, Braeden Capps, Brunson, and Garner; second row: Ben Davis, Trey Santos, Barham, and Rozum; third row: Rhea, Roberts, and Jacob Firlus. Not pictured: Sabrina Bayer.
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Mardi Gras Parade at Robertsdale Elementary School
Hundreds of students held a lengthy parade recently to celebrate the Mardi Gras holiday. While the kindergarten classes took the lead role, a king and queen from each classroom at all grade levels participated in the parade. The parade route wound around the school parking lot which was ringed by visitors and students from throughout the school. Parade goers received so many beads and so much candy that many were scarcely able to carry their resultant bounties.
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Students Memorize Pi at Bayshore Christian School
It is Pi day in Mr. Brock's Upper School Math classes. Each student had to see how far they could memorize the digits of Pi. After their contest they enjoyed eating their pies they brought in. Pictured are Anna Thornton and Ian Doremus.
Fairhope High School Technology Fair Winners
On Thursday, March 14, Fairhope High School’s Multimedia Publications students taught by Sharon Jones participated in the Southwest Regional Technology Fair held at Faulkner State in Bay Minette. The following students placed at the regional fair. First and second place winners are eligible to compete at the state level in April at Auburn University at Montgomery. Computer Literacy: Mason Blosser, Tihare Eperiam, Hannah McAuliffe, Antonio Pena, Jacob Oden. Computer Hardware: Mason Blosser. Computer Programming: Mason Blosser, Matt Harris. Multimedia Projects: Lindsay Burns, Hannah McAuliffe, Jacob Oden, Stone Thrasher. Photography/Original Art Projects: Tihare Eperiam, Starr Harrison, Lydia Hatcher, Jacob Oden. Video Production Projects: Lindsay Burns, Jesse Eddy, Lydia Hatcher, Danny Lamplugh, Antonio Pena, Hannah Singleton. Web Design Projects: Dash Dye, Tihare Eperiam, Starr Harrison, Heather Mitchell, Ben Stacey. Pictured: Front (L-R) Starr Harrison, Heather Mitchell, Lydia Hatcher, Hannah Visit www.EasternShoreParents.com
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Bayshore Christian School’s Runners
Bayshore Christian School's Running Club is in full swing for the Spring Quarter. Shown left to right, Back Row: Peyton Sexton, Talley Scarbrough, Gentry Hunter, Amelia Hunter, Bailey Hunter, Nina Messinger, Mary Fuller Hauge; Front Row: Ethan Oswald, Jacob Wetzel, Jeb Scarbrough and John Carter Scott.
St. Patrick School 4th Graders Take Field Trip to State Park
St. Patrick Catholic School fourth grade class took a field trip to the Historic Blakeley State Park in Spanish Fort. Students enjoyed the nature trails, riverfront boardwalk, and learning about the "Hiding Tree", which is a large water oak with a hollowed base around the roots, said to be the hiding place for Confederate soldiers fleeing after the Battle of Blakeley.
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St. Mary Catholic introduced French to their language program this year under the direction of Dianne Davis. French was added for the 2012-2013 school year and joins the school’s well-established Spanish Program. Language is offered for students in grades preschool through eighth grade. Pictured is Madame Davis with sixth grade students during a class where French Cuisine prepared by the students was introduced. Students pictured left to right are: Mary Grace Lott, Rachel Potter, Morgan Lowe, Caroline Elliot, and Sarah Frances Greene.
"Say No to Drugs" Bus Visits Newton School
J. Larry Newton School fifth graders recently visited the DeBakey Drug Education Vehicle (Drug Bus) sponsored by the Mobile Infirmary Foundation and the DeBakey Foundation. Drug Education Coordinator, John Aikens, guided students through the interactive environment featuring a 12 minute custom made video about the dangers of gateway drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana. Students learned about the effects of street drugs such as heroin, cocaine, and meth through a 25 minute interactive computer program. Students' comments included, "Very Interesting", "It showed a lot of details", "The video was really cool", "It showed reality", "I liked seeing the body parts and how they were affected by drugs", and "Showing how it affects your life makes you not want to do drugs". Pictured in the foreground are Trey Pittock, Carlos Jaimes, and Drake Larison.
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St. Patrick School Students Receive Awards for Character
"Discipline With Purpose" certificates were awarded for the month of February at St. Patrick Catholic School in Robertsdale. Fr. Patrick Madden (center top) and principal, Sr. Margaret Harte (top right), presented the certificates to each student. Students from each class were recognized for exhibiting personal characteristics of leadership, cooperation, listening, completing tasks, following instructions, and making sacrifices. Pictured are (front LtoR) Kenzie White, Dayla Anderson, Gabriel Cogollo, Ally Foster, Lexi Hinote, David Sinclair, (middle LtoR) Zac Childs, Jr. Thomley, Reese Skipper, Katherine Michael, William Terrazas, Melody Curry, (back LtoR) Deacon Mr. Holcombe Pryor, Meg Mullek, Eli Bryars, Fr. Patrick Madden, Caroline Zitnik, Naim Del Angel, Rebekah LaConsay, and Sr. Margaret Harte.
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Fairhope Elementary rocked the house with the internationally recognized Jazz Artist Joe Lewis! His career began with performances on the piano at the age of 12. He grew up listening to his mother, father, and uncle playing on the piano and singing the blues in their home. Throughout his life, Joe Lewis has mastered playing the Baritone Horn, Saxophone, Clarinet, and Flute. He has performed with Ray Charles, Lou Rawls, Ramsey Lewis, Arthur Prysock, The Manhattans, The Dramatics, the late great Millie Jackson, and even opened for Redd Foxx. Joe Lewis' has been featured in venues all over the United States, Europe, Africa, and Mexico. He is also a music instructor of saxophone, piano, and voice. He enjoys teaching beginners, and inspiring those who want to learn how to command stage presence while performing vocally, on the saxophone, or piano in all genres of music. He offers lessons at the Joe Lewis Music Studio in Fairhope. Thank you Mr. Lewis for sharing your talent with Fairhope Elementary!
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Fairhope Middle School’s Cheerleading Squad Fairhope Middle School proudly announces its 2013-2014 cheerleading squad. Under the direction of Mrs. Kelly Lanicek, 8th grade Language Arts teacher, the squad is comprised of the following young ladies: front (from left to right) – Kathleen Tharpe, Anne Brooks Puckett, Anna-Majors Boothe, and Zoe Vanche; middle – Alyssa Cherney, Abby Dean, Mallory Westry (captain), Caitlyn Curenton, and Payton Fulkerson; back – Peeper Walker, Caroline Martin, Carson Valentz, Mclean Rockwell, Bailey McDavid, Jaylin Brown, and Taylor Moss.
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Spanish Fort HS Teams Win Scholars Bowl County Championship
Spanish Fort High School won the county championship in the varsity and junior varsity competition for the Scholars Bowl. Varsity was undefeated with 14 wins. Junior Varsity was 13 and 1. Matthew Inabinett was the top varsity scorer in Baldwin County and Sean DePuma was the top junior varsity scorer in the county. Mark Fierro was in the top 6 highest scorers in the entire county for varsity. Science teachers, Crystal Menas, and Beth Hodge are the Scholars Bowl sponsors who work with these students and help them prepare for the competition. Students who participated in Scholars Bowl include JV Scholars Bowl Team: Featured from L to R:
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Pizza Makes Math Delicious at Orange Beach Elementary
Students in Ms. Amanda Powell's 4th grade class have been using food to help make Mathematics a mouth-watering topic. Students made fraction pizzas with ingredients provided at a discount by Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza Kitchen. Students worked in groups to create pizzas as examples of different fractions. The class has been learning equivalent fractions, simplest form and common denominators. Thanks to Papa Murphy's for helping bring Mathematics learning a whole new perspective. Pictured: GiGi Landes, Lucy Carl, & Carley Rae Tuck.
Daphne Elementary Class Receives iPad Minis
Students from Mrs. Amy Coleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s class at Daphne Elementary school are proudly showing the new iPad miniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s they recently received through a project grant Mrs. Cole submitted to DonorsChoose.org. Teachers across the country can submit project ideas to this organization. Then anyone can make tax-deductible donations toward the project of their choice. There are several other Daphne Elementary school teachers with projects posted on this site right now including another project by Mrs. Amy Cole. Students pictured are back row: Liam McTague, Kate Huey, Cody Butler; front row: Reese Fiala, Harper Rehberg.
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Fairhope Elementary Class Gathers in Memory of Student
In love and memory of Teela Murphy, students from Mrs. Brandi Corbett’s 2012 Kindergarten class gathered together. The newly planted tree on the FES playground was dedicated to Teela “Monkey Bars” Murphy. A plaque was donated for the base of the Live Oak. Students and parents took a moment to remember happier times, then released balloons of Teela’s favorite color … pink.
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Iberia Bank Employees Read Seuss Books to Robertsdale Elementary Kindergartners
Employees from the local branch of Iberia Bank took part in recent celebrations of Dr. Seuss at Robertsdale Elementary School. Kindergarten students enjoyed listening to Seuss stories read by Iberia Bank staffers April Stanfield and Melissa Mott. Pictured are (left to right) Tyler Haynes, Jordan Stanfield, April Stanfield, Robert Dailey, Eliza Chang, Kyra Goodwin, Avery Ellison, Melissa Mott, and Aiden Garcia.
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Daphne East Digital Renaissance Team Receives MacBooks
The Daphne East Digital Renaissance Leadership Team received MacBooks on February 18th . The eight members are (front row) Susan Samry, Leah Garl, Torrey Berry, Sherri Fountain (not pictured), (back row) Mark Doherty (principal), Martha Montgomery, Tanya Seibert, Kelly Harris, and Kara Godwin. They will receive in-depth professional development preparing them to effectively implement the new technology into daily instruction.
Fairhope Middle School Student is State Semifinalist in Geographic Bee
Fairhope Middle School is pleased to announce that Sallie Fell, 7th grade student and FMS Geo Bee winner, is a semifinalist in the 2013 Alabama National Geographic Bee. School winners throughout the state took a qualifying test and the top 100 scores from the state were invited to compete at the state level. Sallie will take part in the state competition to be held at Samford University on Friday, April 5th . The state winner will receive $100, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Complete National Geographic on DVD,â&#x20AC;? and a trip to Washington, D. C. for the national finals at National Geographic Society headquarters, May 20-22, 2013.
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Newton Technology Club Members Create Own Avatars
Several students have been participating in Newton School's Technology Club. The after school club meets once a week on Tuesday afternoons. Students have learned about Vokis and how to create their own avatars. Voki is an educational tool that allows students to create their very own talking character. Voki characters (avatars), which can be customized to look like historical figures, cartoons, animals, and even yourself! Students researched an interesting topic, used Voki. com to create an avatar, gave their Voki a voice by recording with a microphone. The students Vokis were then embedded on a private website. Students also used VoiceThread.com to upload photographs of their own "I Spy" scenes that they created. Voicethread is basically a Web-based digital-storytelling application that allows users to share their stories through audio, images, videos. In the following weeks students will learn about Glogster and will create their own glog. Pictured working on their Voice Thread presentations are Jacob Wolfe, Katie Parson, and Jacob Newsom.
Dr. Seuss Week at St. Patrick Catholic School
St. Patrick Catholic School in Robertsdale ended their “Dr. Seuss Week” with the K5-Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades participating in a paraded of storybook characters. Each student chose a book and character for the parade. This was the final event for the, “Oh The Places You’ll Go” grant received from Baldwin County’s EMC Starlight Foundation
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Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Provides Bullying Prevention Speaker for Schools
The nonprofit Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation provided bullying prevention presentations through its Peer Helper programs for all students at Foley High School, Foley Middle School, Gulf Shores High School, and Gulf Shores Middle School on February 25 and 26. A former teacher, nationally recognized anti-bullying speaker Keith Deltano combined humor and hard truth in his presentations that grabbed and held the attention of the students. The thoughtprovoking presentations received rave reviews from the students, and following the presentations some students bravely came forward about bullying issues in their lives. The presentations were arranged by Peer Helper Coordinators Mrs. Debbie Kenyon and Mrs. Wendy McIntosh Holmes at Gulf Shores Middle, Mrs. Amy McKenzie at Gulf Shores High, Mrs. Chesley Bowling at Foley Middle and Mrs. Julie Champion at Foley High. Peer Helper students act as tutors, mentors, mediators and friends to their fellow students. Mr. Deltano also provided a bullying prevention presentation to Gulf Shores Middle School educators. The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation and Peer Helper programs in all Baldwin County schools also partnered in the “Stop the Bullying” video contest featuring concerts by Matt Kennon for the winning schools, as well as a public concert by Kennon at the Baldwin County Coliseum on March 14. The “Stop the Bullying” campaign is sponsored by the Cox Family Foundation with the Baldwin County District Attorney’s office and the Baldwin County Board of Education, County Commissioners and Mayors Association. Pictured, Frances Holk-Jones, president of the Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation, presents Keith Deltano, nationally recognized bullying prevention speaker, with funding at Gulf Shores Middle. Anti-bullying presentations were provided for students at Gulf Shores Middle and High Schools and Foley Middle and High Schools and were sponsored by the schools’ Peer Helper programs. www.jennifermoorefoundation.com, www.dontbullyonline.com.
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Robertsdale Elementary School Inducts Inaugural NEHS Class
Robertsdale Elementary School recently welcomed its first ever inductees into the National Elementary Honor Society, christened the Golden Cubs, for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders. Faculty member Carol Nimrod was chosen to be the guest speaker at the recent induction ceremony which was made even more special by the involvement of honored guests from CBMS including Principal Chuck Anderson, National Junior Honor Society advisor Leslie Beck, and the officers of the CBMS NJHS chapter. New honor society chapter members pictured are (front, left to right) - Jonah Peterson, Dalton Lowery, Jace Robinson, Nelson Brock, Davis Ou; (center, left to right) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Celeste Odom, Annabelle Steelman, John William Kelley, Gracie Sharp, Kelsie Brownlow, Gillian Langham, Camryn Lowery, Emma Spears; (back, left to right) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Emily Crandall, Payton Barnes, Zoe Meadors, Ariel Smith, Sydney Plato, Lauren Shaw, Veronica Brock, Joel Groseclose, Jacob Eakin, Grant Driver, and Zane Sullivan. Not pictured are Joshua Clapper, Maggie Moore, and Hailey Page.
Fairhope HS Student Named National Merit Finalist
Fairhope High School senior Kylee Clay was recently honored as a National Merit Finalist. Clay is the daughter of David and Tracy Clay. She has not yet decided what school/university she will attend after graduation from high school, but she plans on double majoring in Pre-Pharmacy and mathematics. Pictured are FHS principal Jon Cardwell and Kylee Clay.
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Dolls Have to Live Somewhere
Recommending the Best Toys and Products for Kids
Dollhouses remain one of the most popular toys for kids as they offer a distinct setting for children to create a familiar world of their own! Pretend-play becomes more engrossing for kids when their dolls and figures inhabit rooms like those in their daily world. They begin to act out real world situations, real home life interactions as they play, developing a stronger understanding of roles, relationships and responsibilties in the family. You don’t need a realtor to find the best home for your child’s dolls; just take the following home tour to see what’s on the market and find the best fit for your child and their small friends.
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Imaginarium Wooden Corner Dollhouse
Ryan’s Room Carry & Go Dollhouse
Making the best use of space makes sense for homeowners…of all sizes! Designed to nestle into any cozy corner of any room in the house, the Imaginarium dollhouse offers a broader room opening for engaging play than many other traditional “box” houses. With three living levels (and an attic), there’s plenty of room for a doll family to grow. Equipped with nine furniture items, the room sizes accommodate most “fashion” dolls in the 9” to 12” range (dolls not included). The built-in stairs are also a nice detail. Its solid wood construction is a plus for durability, especially if it relocates in various corners over time. The pastel colors and charming graphics are highlights that brighten up any previously unused corner for pretend-play!
For the dollhouse aficionado on-the-go, the Ryan’s Room Carry & Go combines sturdy construction with portability so doll play can happen anywhere! Whether the homeowner is traveling to a friend’s home, visiting a grandparent’s house or passing the night in a hotel room, this dollhouse folds up easy with its contents and goes right along. The magnetic closure keeps it together until it’s time to come out and play. The house comes with 11 accessory/furniture items and the room size works with various manufacturers’ wooden dolls (Melissa & Doug, Calico Critters, etc.) One big attraction of this dollhouse is actually its simplicity. With limited decoration and only a splash of pink, this is just the kind of toy that entertains girls AND boys for a broader circle of pretend play.
Fisher-Price Loving Family Dollhouse
Haba Fabric Doll House
One of the most enduring dollhouse brands is the Fisher-Price Loving Family dollhouse. There are several good reasons this is a go-to choice for many dollhouse shoppers. With big rooms and plenty of Victorian details and embellishments there is always something new to discover and explore in the house. As part of a long-lived line of products there’s a broad range of additional accessories, vehicles and lots of furniture for an aspiring interior decorator to add along the way. Additionally, dolls are available in various ethnicities beyond Caucasian including Asian, Hispanic and African-American. Family groups are also extended to include grandparent/elder figures to expand realistic pretend-play. The Loving Family Dollhouse folds up for storage, but this is a house that tends to stay open for living – and playing – 24 hours!
Taking the edge off the traditional doll house, Haba offers a soft-side fabric alternative to plastic and wood. The Haba house benefits from its European aesthetics offering clean lines, simple style and functional design. It also folds up for easy portability, carrying dolls (not included) and its soft accessories include a sleeping bag, pillow and chair. The Haba dollhouse makes a fantastic “first” home for toddlers with its fabric edge, while remaining versatile enough to grow with a child as their pretend-play evolves.
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Q. I’m 27 and married, and we have two kids. I make $90,000 a year, but we have $80,000 in consumer debt—$48,000 of which is in car loans. The rest is credit card debt. My wife’s parents have offered to let us move in with them so we can get out of debt faster. Do you think this is a good idea? A.
If I were in your situation, I would not move in with the in-laws. You’ve got an absurd amount of money wrapped up in those cars. I’d sell the stupid things, start living on a budget and paying down debt, and keep my dignity. In my mind there are only two scenarios where you’d even consider taking the in-laws up on their offer. One is where they’re absolutely wonderful people and you have a great, non-toxic relationship with them, where everyone involved knows their boundaries. Even then, I’d only consider this if it were for a very short, agreed-upon amount of time.
The second scenario would be if moving in with the in-laws were the only way to accomplish your goal. And you don’t pass that test. You guys can get out of debt pretty quickly if you’ll just lose these ridiculous cars! Think about it. If you had two little paid-for beaters, your lives would be so much different. You could even save a little money on the side while you were paying down debt and buy a better car as soon as the debt was gone. If you can’t tell, I’m pretty big on maintaining dignity. You might love your cars so much that you’re unwilling to make the sacrifice. Not me. The money going into your automobiles is insane, and that’s your biggest problem!
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Toddlers and Computers by Jacqueline Bodnar
Cindy Hale, of Nesbit, Miss., introduced her daughter to the computer when she was just three years old. Now, at four-and-a-half, the little girl is quite skilled at using them. “She goes to a private school where the teachers start them out on learning games and teach them to use the mouse,” explains Hale. “She benefits, because she is learning while she is playing.” Pam Zangardi, of Severn, Md., is one of many parents across the country who agree that their children have benefited from being exposed to computers at an early age. “She has benefited from using the computer because she had to memorize which buttons to push,” says Zangardi. “Plus she’ll have some basic knowledge of computers when she begins kindergarten and they teach keyboarding.”
A Growing Trend
According to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the largest growth in the software industry has been those titles that are specifically for the early-childhood education market. They state that 70 percent of households that have computers and young children have purchased educational software for their children to use. However, that doesn’t mean that everything on the market is good, or that children will benefit from all software. The NAEYC advises that considerable research points to the positive effects of technology on children’s learning and development. That being said, however, it’s important to remember that computers are a supplement and not a replacement for
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other forms of activity and learning. Just like any other type of activity, it can be used in a positive way but can also be misused.
Parental Precautions
“One misconception many parents have is that computers are necessarily better or more educational than television,” says Dr. Melissa Burnham, an assistant professor of human development and family studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. “Both are forms of screen media. Computers are potentially more interactive, so if I were asked to think of a benefit, that would be it.” She advises that, for those parents who do want to introduce their toddlers to computers, the child should be over the age of two, and the time spent per session should be limited to no more than 30 minutes. There are several reasons why she and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend that children under the age of two not be exposed to screen media. Children learn best through interaction, sensory experiences, manipulating objects, and engaging in conversation. Computers do not offer sensory experiences that include the kind of engaging experiences that experts recommend for child development.
Getting Started
“If parents are thinking of introducing their preschool-aged children to computers, a good place to start would be to research good developmental software,” advises Dr. Burnham. “Then allow the child to explore the computer freely, using the appropriate software.” Shopping for appropriate software can seem like an overwhelming task, in and of itself, because of the vast array that’s available. Dr. Burnham offers the following guidelines for deciding what type of software would be best: • The software should offer realistic expectations and be age-appropriate. It should also allow the child to engage in problem-solving, exploration and the ability to correct their own errors. • The child should be active in deciding the flow and should need very little adult supervision to be able to participate in the software activity. • The software should have graphic or verbal instructions that are simple and easy to understand. Visit www.EasternShoreParents.com
• The objects used in the program should be real-world models in meaningful settings. • The technical features, including color, graphics and sound effects, should be of high quality. • Discovery and exploration should be the goal of the program, not creating printouts.
Media Rules
The AAP recommends that parents set media rules for their children. Some of the things they recommend that parents do in setting such media rules include: • Creating a clear and concise media plan that the family will follow. • Setting media time limits that allow for no more than two hours of screen media time per day for children over the age of two. • Setting family guidelines for selecting the content. • Keeping the computer out of the child’s bedroom. • Asking their child questions about what they are learning, and watching for any side effects from the activity.
Making the Decision
Most parents with a toddler will consider whether or not they should introduce their child to the computer. A toddler’s natural curiosity seems to drag the child toward it like a magnet; sooner or later, they will be exposed to the technology. For those parents who decide that toddlerhood is the ideal time for such an introduction, it’s important to make sure to use quality software, and not to use the computer as a replacement for having the toddler engage in other activities. Rather, it should be used in addition to the many other things they do for entertainment and pleasure. And those parents who don’t allow their toddlers to use the computers can rest assured that they aren’t setting them up to be permanently behind their peers. “If you think about it, many of us had no experience using a computer in childhood,” adds Dr. Burnham, “yet we manage to use them everyday quite successfully.” ESP Jacqueline Bodnar is a freelance writer living in Port Orange, Fla. with her husband and two children.
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Great Expectations! by Marla Cilley
With our personalities we often expect the worst. Here’s an example... Someone in your family did not call you when you thought they were supposed to. You immediately start thinking of everything bad that could have happened to them. You work yourself into a tizzy, and when they eventually call, you find out they just forgot. All the while you are upset; your adrenalin is pumping and you can’t settle down. We have set ourselves up for this by allowing our minds to run rampant thinking the worst. Did you know that we can do just the opposite of this and set ourselves up for more disappointment? This is when our imagination takes a simple event we are going to attend and makes it much more glamorous and special than it really is. A holiday is a perfect example. We spend hours dreaming of
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how wonderful it is going to be only to be disappointed by its inability to live up to our expectations. Our wedding day can do that to us, too. We expect that this is going to be the greatest day of our lives, and if that were to happen what would that say for the rest of our marriage? Our imaginations cause us to live in a fairy tale where everything works out, but then when it doesn’t occur the way we have imagined we are devastated. This devastation is caused by our perfectionism. Expectations that no one or any event can live up to only come true in fairy tales. I am trying to figure out why we do this to ourselves. It is one thing to have hope, but it is an entirely different thing to exaggerate or project an outcome on people’s reactions when we cannot read their minds and we don’t have a magic wand. This type of perfectionism is all about control. We want to be the director of the play we have staged in our heads. We want everything to go just as we have planned. Then when it doesn’t go just the way we imagined we lash out at the people who didn’t play their parts well. If for some reason you don’t say what is on your mind
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then you take it to your bed and complete the process of closing out the real world more than you already have. We have to catch our brains before they plot and scheme to destroy our peace. Don’t allow yourself to project unrealistic outcomes. Be happy with what is. Don’t make things worse than they really are or set your expectations so high that nothing can ever live up to them. Setting the bar of expectation so high that no one will ever be able to reach it only allows you to always be the victim and martyr. In your own mind you believe that others really did let you down which makes you right in your feelings of being victimized. You are only a victim of your own thoughts. Be happy with what is and enjoy the process. Don’t allow your perfectionism to ruin another event in your life. Are you ready to FLY by living your life instead of wasting away in the pages a fairy tale? For more help getting rid of your CHAOS, see her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net. Also check out her books, Sink Reflections, published by Random House, and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clutter, published by Simon and Schuster. Copyright 2013 Marla Cilley. Used by permission in this publication.
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Grow With It! How to THRIVE at Each Stage of Motherhood
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When you’re pregnant, nine months feels like an insanely long time. The joy of knowing you have a new life inside you intensifies as the baby grows and kicks and hiccups. Along with the wait comes the worry. Each twinge and tickle makes you wonder if something is wrong. You just want to gaze into your baby’s eyes, count his toes, and know that everything is alright. Each stage of motherhood brings joys and challenges. Moms who thrive approach the process with openness, patience, and a sense of humor. Motherhood is a wild, wild ride. Just grow with it. Eastern Shore Parents I April 2013
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The Early Years: Can’t See the Forest for the Laundry
“Nothing beats super sloppy baby kisses,” says Kris Koenig, mother of five girls age five to fifteen. Snuggling your baby, smelling her hair and watching her fall asleep in your arms is amazing. “I also loved nursing my kids. It made me feel like I was giving them something special that they couldn’t get anywhere else,” says Mary Miller, mother of two. Fun firsts like smiling, walking, and talking make every mom swoon. Mountains of laundry and epic exhaustion are not-so-happy facts of life in this stage. Remember: sleep deprivation is used to torture prisoners of war. “I once went to the grocery store with my shirt on inside out,” Koenig recalls. “It was nice of my 3-yearold to tell me when we got home.” Temper tantrums, potty training, and limit-testing can try the patience of any mom. A willingness to be present is key, says Cathy Cassani Adams, Parent Coach and author of The Self-Aware Parent: 19 Lessons for Growing with Your Children. “Life with small children can be repetitious, even boring. There is a lot of watching and waiting and worrying.” Trust your own instincts. Being a new mom is daunting and there is no manual. You don’t really know what’s “right” or “wrong.” You have to figure it out. “Everyone wants to tell you the best way, but their approaches may not work for you,” says Miller.
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Watching your child become independent is truly a joy, says Koenig. “Each year on the first day of school I shed a few tears, but they are happy tears because each year brings new experiences and knowledge.” Your kids will choose their own friends and make decisions without you. But they’re not grown up yet. “My kids still like me to lie with them at night and tuck them in,” says Miller. “I treasure that. My son claims he’s too old to hold hands in public, so I sneak in hugs on the sly.” Letting go of control is challenging. Kids spend much of their day in school and you can’t take up residence in the adjacent desk. Bullying is a real threat, and kids aren’t always aware of the physical or social dangers they face. It’s hard not knowing who is doing what to my child when they’re not with me, Koenig says. You can’t protect them 24/7. Good communication is a must. “Listen to your kids, be curious and ask questions,” Adams advises. You may be spending less time together, but stay tuned in to their interests. While you’re at it, nurture interests of your own. “Put yourself on the list,” says Adams. If you don’t spend time alone, you Visit www.EasternShoreParents.com
won’t know who you are anymore. Set a good example and pursue passions of your own.
Teens and Beyond: Up, Up and Away
“It fills my heart with great pride to see what an amazing person my teen is becoming,” Koenig enthuses. It’s gratifying to see the results of your earlier teachings: kindness, respect, creativity, and achievement. Missie Ellis, mom to two twentysomethings enjoys their holiday homecoming. “I love to listen to them interact with one another because despite the sibling rivalries they had growing up, their bond of brotherly love is very apparent.” As much as you’d like to chart their life’s course for them, your kids will follow their own paths. Let them tell you who they are rather than telling them who to be. If you’re lucky, they’ll hire you on as a consultant. Knowing when to step forward and when to pull back is challenging, says Susan Mather, mom to two adults. They may suffer big setbacks, like job loss and divorce. “Talk to your grown kids about your feelings and your mistakes; be real and be human,” says Adams. By doing so, you let them know what they are feeling is normal. Support them, but don’t ask them to bear your burdens. “There is a void I feel without my kids around me,” says Ellis. “I’m not sure when – or if – that will end.” If you feel lonely, lean on friends your own age. Rekindle romance with your partner. Rediscover what fulfills you as a person.
Lovin’ Every Minute of It
When challenges overwhelm, it’s natural to wish your kids were at a different stage of development. And we usually love the stage that plays to our strengths. You may feel comfortable dealing with your kids as babies but fear the terrible twos (and threes). Or you may wish that your kids would grow up overnight so you could communicate more rationally, on an adult level. When that happens, reflect on the joys of today. “It’s challenging! My 7-year-old is very strong-willed. But when she curls up with me while we read Fancy Nancy, I realize that those tough moments will pass,” says Miller. Anticipate the joys to come, too. Susan Mather, a mom to two adults, loves being able to help her grown kids and to rely on them when she needs help. “I am looking forward to becoming a grandma in June and hope to be the primary babysitter for the first year,” she says. “After that I will probably not be able to keep up!” ESP Heidi Smith Luedtke is a psychologist and author of Detachment Parenting. She is constantly grateful for the lessons she learns from her kids. Read more at www.HeidiLuedtke.com
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Art Camps
Bay Rivers Art Guild
1704 Sixth Street, Daphne 251-621-0659; www.bragart.org Let your child’s artistic side take off! Bay Rivers Art Guild will be offering some great art camps and Performing Arts Classes for kids this summer. More details coming soon; visit www.bragart.org or call 251-621-0659. Find us on Facebook for more information!
Paint ‘N Parrot
9 N. Church St. 251-928-4161; www.paintnparrot.com Various medium will be explored this summer, lots of exciting things planned! Please check our website for dates and fees. You can also contact Eastern Shore Parents I April 2013
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P’zazz Summer Art Camps
456 A North Section Street, Fairhop 251-802-1009; pzazzfairhope@gmail.com Getting to Know Your Inner Artist - This class will help you find the artist within! You will learn basic techniques using acrylic paint and chalk pastels. These are both fun mediums that result in great pieces of art. You will be able to take what you learn in this class and build from it to create your own amazing art! Cost $115; June 3-6 and July 1-3 10:00-12:30 1st-3rd grade and 1:00-3:304th-6th grade. 58
P’zazzy Zazz Art Camp - This is our signature camp that is So. Much. Fun! We create textured paintings, printmaking, glue art, SPLATTER paint, and more! Expect to get messy, be ready to have lots of fun, and prepare a wall to display all your awesome art! Cost $130; June 17-20, July 15-18, and July 29thAug 1st 10:00-12:30 1st-3rd grade and 1:00-3:30 4th-6th grade. Taking Art to Another Level - A class that is not for the faint of heart. It’s like Art Camp on a Sugar High! We will do a painting on wood, paper quilling, marble painting, abstract art on t-shirts, shaving cream art, splatter paint, printmaking on canvas tote bags, and more!! Cost $130; June 10-13 and July 8-11 10:00-12:30 1st-3rd grade and 1:00-3:304th-6th grade. Master the Artists - It’s time to show those famous artists that they have nothing on you. We will recreate some of the world’s most famous artworks and people everywhere will be in awe of your talent. They will all be thinking “Pablo Who?” Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol, Mose T, Salvador Dali, and Henri Matisse will be asking you for pointers after this class. Cost $115; June 24-27 and July 22-25 10:00-12:30 1st3rd grade and 1:00-3:304th-6th grade Fashion IS Art! - This one is for the girls! This class is all about expressing yourself through fashion. You will be able to create your own t-shirts, scarves, flip-flops, bracelets, and tote bags! Look out New York, Fairhope Designers are on their way! Cost $65; June 12-13 and July 24-25 4:00-6:30 Ages 5-8 years. June 19-20 and July 10-11 4:00-6:60 Ages 9-12 years. Art Sampler - This is a 10 week class that meets every Tuesday starting June 4th through August 6th. We begin with a lesson on drawing, go through watercolor, charcoal, pastels, and end with acrylics. We’ll also mix in a little of the Summer Art Camp specialties like SPLATTER paint, painting on wood, and more! Cost $150; June 4th-August 6th (on Tuesdays) 4:15-5:15 1st-3rd Grade and 5:30-6:30 4th-6th Grade.
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Eastern Shore Art Center
401 Oak Ave, Fairhope 251-928-2228; www.esartcenter.com Eastern Shore Art Center will once again offer “Summer Art Bash”, a series of fun and creative art camps for children. The full schedule with class descriptions will be published in late April at www.esartcenter.com. Visit the website for our Spring Workshops and Classes beginning the week of April 1st! Call 251-928-2228, or find us on Facebook for info.
Foley PAA Art Center
116 W. Laurel Avenue, Foley 251-943-4381; www.foleyartcenter.com Foley PAA has some exciting art camps planned for this summer! Children are invited to come imagine, explore and create wonderful pieces of art. More information coming soon! Visit www. foleyartcenter.com or find us on Facebook for details and updates.
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just $30 and pay the rest the first day of camp. We have great certified art teachers and trained helpers and our goal is to make a great summer memory for every camper. Registration forms available on line [paintslingers.net]and at several locations including Changes hair Salon, Beef ‘o’ Brady’s, and All Baldwin Cleaners.
Stampin’ Up
251-454-9545; Jackieb410@bellsouth.net www.jackiebarfield.stampinup.net Paper Pumpkin Camp for ages 8-12 includes three 2 hour sessions (meet once a month). Learn to make different art projects with stamps, ink and paper. All supplies are included and the cost is $79.95 per child. For more information please contact Jackie!
Dance / Gymnastics / Cheer Camps Bay City Ultimate Adventure Summer Camp
7980 American Way, Daphne 251-621-2112; www.bcgagymnastics.com Ultimate Adventure Summer Camps are coming to BCGA! Week 1 (June 3-7) -Sports Adventures; Week 2 (June 10-14) - Adventures in the Amazing World of Science; Week 3 (June 17-21) - Adventures on the Animal Planet; Week 4 (June 24-28) - Amazing Race; Week 5 (July 1-3) - Closed 4th and 5th - Inflatable Adventures; Week 6 (July 8-12) - The Great Building Adventure; Week 7 (July 15-19) - Adventures In the Wild; Week 8 (July 2226) - Adventure Heroes; Week 9 (July 29-August 2) - Game Show Mania; Week 10 (August 5-9) - Moving and Grooving Adventures; Week 11 (August 12-16) - Inflatable Adventures.Call our office at 251-621-2112 to secure your spot in our camps today! Visit www.bcgagymnastics or find us on Facebook for more details!
Baypointe Ballet
25476 Friendship Rd (Suite F), Daphne 112 Courthouse Sq., Bay Minette 251-621-3980; www.baypointedance.com Come learn some cool moves this summer! Open to children ages 2 1/2 and up. Camp offered in both Daphne and Bay Minette Locations, Our camp is held in the evenings for all working Moms! All campers will receive a snack and a T-shirt. Onehour dance camp: Family discounts available. PreSchool to Advanced. For more information about camps or registration at either location, contact Brandi Pate (Owner/Director) at 251-621-3980 or www.baypointedance.com.
Creative Outlet Dance Center 66 1/2 S. Section St., Fairhope 251-928-9511; www.creativeoutletdance.com “Creative Arts Camps” for children ages 3-12. Camps will be offered June 3rd - July 19th. Each weeklong camp will feature dance, drama, music and art activities designed around a specific theme. Call 251-928-9511 or visit www.creativeoutletdance.com for more information. Find us on Facebook for updates and details! Eastern Shore Parents I April 2013
Eastern Shore Dance Academy
9063 Merritt Ln., Fairhope; 251-626-2300; www.easternshoredanceacademy.us. “Princess Camp” (Ages 3-6) June 10th - 14th, 10am – 12noon. And June 24th – 28th 5:30pm – 7:00pm. Learn the dances of all your favorite princesses, make a crown and wand, play dress-up, have a tea party and learn princess manners. The week will conclude with a performance. $100 for the week and includes healthy snack and a t-shirt. $25 new student registration. “Time to Shine” (Ages 7-10) June 10th -14th, 5:30pm – 7:00pm and June 24th - 28th 10am – 12noon. High-energy fun filled week with dances from High School Musical, Hannah Montana, and American Girl. We will do lots of arts and crafts, have a healthy snack, and learn party manners. The week will conclude with a performance. $100 for the week and includes healthy snack and a t-shirt. “Summer Intensive” (Ages 10 and up) July 8th – 12th , 5:00pm-8:00pm and July 15th – 19th 5:00pm – 8:00pm with guest teachers! Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical and Hip Hop. Visit www.easternshoredance.com.
Gulf Coast Dance Alliance
9945 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort 251-621-9755; www.gcdadance.com Come dance with us where the dance creations of today ignite the stars of tomorrow!
Next Level Tumbling and Training Center
26090 Equity Drive, Daphne 251-621-5797, www.nextleveltumbling.com Next Level Tumbling is committed to delivering exceptional tumbling instruction to every student. Our program is designed to help each student advance safely and properly through tumbling progressions to be able to perform a wide variety of skills and achieve even the most advanced tricks, all under the supervision of the most qualified tumbling instructors. In addition to the small group tumbling sessions, we also offer school squad tumbling and pep rally preparation, home pom routines, competitive cheer routines, cheer clinics, open gyms, stretching sessions, birthday parties and SUMMER CAMP! Summer Camp will be July 15th – 19th from 9am – 12pm. Ages 5 -16. Camp includes tumbling, cheer, jumps, games, snack and tons of fun! Please register today, camp is limited to only 50 students and this will fill VERY quickly.
Southern Edge Dance
251 S. Greeno Rd., Fairhope; 251-610-8902 www.southernedgedancecenter.com Spend a magical week at camp learning about dance techniques and performance skills taught by our enthusiastic, well-trained faculty. • “Fairytale Camp” (ages 3-5); • “Show Biz Kidz Camp” (ages 6-9); • “Just 4 Kicks Camp” (ages 10-13); •”S.E.D. Experience” (ages 14 and up) Camp dates are June 24-28 & July 8-12. More details will be announced at www.southernedgedancecenter.com, or you can stay up-to-date on our Facebook page! Call 251610-8902 for more information. 60
Susan’s Academy of Dance
108 5th Street, Daphne; 251-626-3835 www.susansacademyofdance.com We have something for everyone this summer! Pretty Princess (ages 3-4 half day, 9am – 12noon, $85/session) and Diva Dance (ages 5-12, all day 7:30am – 5:45pm, $140/session)! Activities and classes include jazz, tap, lyrical, tumbling, ballet, hip-hop, choreography, arts and crafts, movies, make-up, fashion shows, scavenger hunts, etc. Non-dancers are also encouraged to attend! A performance will be held on Friday for the parents. Session 1 June 10 – 14; Session 2 is July 22nd – 26th; Session 3 is Aug 5th – 9th. We also offer Musical Theater Camp July 8 – 12, 9am – noon, $125. Dance Intensive is June 24th – 28th, 9am - 3pm, $180/wk. Sign up now! Space is limited! For more information call 251-626-3835, visit www.susansacademyofdance.com or find us on Facebook!
The Little Gym
101 Fly Creek Ave., Fairhope 251-626-9858; www.tlgeasternshoreal.com The Little Gym of the Eastern Shore will once again have some really fun and exciting summer camps for children ages 3-9 yrs. Camps will be held Monday-Friday mornings from 9am -12pm. Our exciting themes for 2013 include TLGs Crazy Carnival, Cars, Planes, and Trains, X-treme sports, Superheroes, Legends Fables and Folklore, Secret Agent “Gym Bond”, Lights, Camera, Action, Hip Hop Karate Chop, The Little Gym Olympics, Sky Rangers, and My Animal Planet, among others. It’s the perfect break for kids (and parents) during the long summer months. Choose the days and weeks that fit your schedule! Camps are available to both members and non-members. Camps are $25 per day for members and $30 for non members with discounts for multiple days booked. Sibling discounts are also available. Ask about our Camp Flex Passes! Join us in our new location at 101 Fly Creek Ave in Fairhope (Publix shopping center). Campers must be potty independent. Visit our website at www.tlgeasternshoreal.com or call the gym at 251-928-3387.
Auburn Tigers Girls Gymnastics Camp
The McWhorter Center, Auburn, AL 334-844-5047; www.auburntigers.com Our staff will provide your gymnast with a funfilled camp experience in one of the finest training facilities in the country - The McWhorter Center! Our camp is designed to provide great instruction for gymnasts of any level. It is limited to 160 campers, so sign up now to reserve your spot! Camp dates are June 9-12. Residential Camper (8 years and up): $535 Commuter Camper (8 years and up): $455. Day Camp (6 years and up): $200. Group discounts also available. Contact Kurt Hettinger, Assistant Coach, for information at 334844-5047 or email kurth@auburn.edu.
Bayshore Ballet
305 Fels Ave., Fairhope 251-990-9744; www.bayshoreballet.com Bay Shore Ballet Academy will offer summer programs for dancers of all levels.
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Mobile Ballet
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26436-B Kensington Place, Daphne 251- 626-8932; www.mobileballet.org Summer is a great time to begin ballet studies or enhance your ballet skills! Mobile Ballet Eastern Shore studio offers a full range of summer classes, from Angelina Ballerina Summer Dance Camp for children ages 3 – 5 through Ballet technique, Pointe, and Jazz and Variations for older children. June 10 – 27 and July 8 – 25; Two mornings per week. “Drop in” class flexibility also available. Call today or visit our website for more information! Advance registration required. Open to both new and current students. Zoe Lombard Todd Associate Director
University of Alabama Cheer/Mascot/Dance Camps 205-348-3636; www.rolltide.com
University of Alabama Gymnastics Camp
www.Alabamagymnasticscamp.com University of Alabama Gymnastics Camps are designed to maximize each camper’s experience through technical training in a challenging and fun atmosphere. We take pride in providing all participants an in-depth opportunity to grow and develop as a gymnast. Offering both overnight and day camps June 15-19, 19-23. Overnight Campers (9 years and up): $675, Day Camper (7 years and up): $550. Register on-line at www.alabamagymnasticscamp.com to learn more.
Day Camps Bay Camp
251-752-4897 www.EasternShoreBayCamp.com “Oh the Places You Will Go” with Bay Camp! This isn’t your ordinary camp. Your child will have a summer adventure with awesome field trips, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, sports, art, and more! Have the peace-of-mind in knowing your child is in a nurturing environment supervised by experienced counselors. Camp begins May 28th, Monday – Friday 7:00am – 6:00pm. Kids ages 5 – 12. For more information call director Lisa Ledet at 251-752-4897, Lisa@EasternShoreBayCamp. com or visit at www.EasternShoreBayCamp.com.
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Brantley Farms
26214 Pollard Road, Daphne 251-626-5416 Children will learn about life on the farm and have a full tour with hayride, train ride and pony ride! Activities include planting their own garden, collecting chicken eggs, shearing a sheep, saddling & riding their ponies, washing the animals, playing games and making crafts. Call 251-626-5416 for more information or visit us on Facebook.
First Baptist Church Summer Day Camp
300 South Section Street, Fairhope 251-928-8685; www.fbcfairhope.org email fairhopesdc@gmail.com First Kids Summer Day camp is gearing up for it’s third amazing summer! Camp begins Tuesday, May 28th, 2013 and runs weekly, 7:30 – 5:30 daily, with the exception of July 4. Registration fee is $55.00 per child ($65.00 per child after April 30th). Open to any child who has completed any grade this current school year between Kindergarten and 6th grade. Full time is $100 per week, Part time is $70 per week and drop in is $25 per day. Multi-child discounts are
available for siblings. Registration packets will be available beginning Monday, April 5, in the church office and online at www.fbcfairhope.org. Activities during the summer will include several awesome field trips, bookmobile (library) visits to camp, music, arts/crafts, sign language, drama, Bible study, movies, Wii time, tech days, outdoor play and much more. Contact Leigh Nelson, Camp Director at fairhopesdc@gmail.com for details and registration. Space is limited and will fill quickly. Please contact as soon as possible to reserve a space for your child’s greatest Summer experience ever!
God’s Living Sea/ Mom’s Day Out Preschool
Jubilee Baptist Church; 9264 Pleasant Rd., Daphne; 251-621-3977 www.jubileebaptist.com 7-week half-day summer program that’s all about fun and learning! Camp dates are June 11 - July 25, Tues/Wed/Thurs, 9 A.M. – 1 P.M. The cost of the 7-week program is $275 with a deposit of $100 to reserve your spot. Deposit must be paid at the time of enrollment. If you have more than one child enrolled in the summer program, you will receive a 10% discount off each additional child. Contact Angela Meadows at 251-621-3977 or visit www. jubileebaptist.com. Find us on Facebook!
Hot Wheels Skate Center
616 Whispering Pines Dr., Daphne 251-626-5120; www.hotwheelsdaphne.com Hot
Wheels Summer Camp for ages K-6th Grade! Awesome field trips and fun filled activities designed to entertain and interest your child each and every day! Each day will be packed with interesting activities to keep your child happy and productive. Our attentive staff will create a safe, fun and exciting summer experience for your child. We will offer a variety of sports and activities on site in our state of the art 20,400 sq. ft. air- conditioned facility to the campers that include skating, basketball, arts & crafts, dancing, dodge ball, air hockey, Wii, X-Box 360, board games, kick ball, movies and inflatables! Great off-site field trips too. Camp begins May 28th. Hours are 7a.m.-6p.m. Visit www.hotwheelsdaphne.com for more information.
Spanish Fort Presbyterian Preschool’s Summer Fun Weeks 6620 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort, AL 261-626-1242 Spanish Fort Presbyterian Preschool’s Summer Fun Weeks will be filled with arts and crafts, outside activities, music, stories and so much more! Ages 2-4. Three & four year olds must be fully potty trained (no pull-ups). June 17-21, 9am-1pm “Under the Sea” Week, July 8-12, 9am-1pm “All around the World” week, $90 per-week. $20 nonrefundable deposit due for each week enrolled and applied towards the weekly fee. The remaining $70 is due the Monday of camp week. Spots are limited! Registration deadline is April 26th. For registration information, contact 626-7137 or email sfppreschool@gmail.com.
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13670 Smiley St., Silverhill 888-569-5337; www.waleswest.com This summer Wales West Light Railway will once again be offering the “Summer Fun Program” for families! 9A.M. to 4P.M. daily. Families can spend the day at Wales West with plenty of activities including swimming in the lake (sandy beach), fishing in the lake, pedal boating, swimming in the indoor pool, playing on the playground, and a round-trip ride on the diesel train. Dame Ann Cafe offers a limited but reasonable menu (with advance notice) for lunch, or bring your own picnic. Price is $10 per person, plus tax. Children under 1 year are free. If you bring 3 full-price, next two are half-price.
Angels Under Our Care Resource Center
8455 Jonesboro Road, Daphne (off Hwy 64 and Friendship Rd); 251-626-6056 Now enrolling for Summer Camp! Monday – Friday 6:30am – 6:00pm
Bayside Summer Day Camp
303 Dryer Avenue, Daphne – Bayside Academy Campus, 251-689-6409 Scott Johnston; baysidesummercamp@yahoo. com; Monday – Friday, 7:30 am-6:00
Central Christian School Summer Day Camp
17395 Hwy 104, Robertsdale 251-947-5043; www.CCSSaints.com Central Christian School will be offering Summer Day Camp for 2013. Campers will enjoy activities such as Swimming, Arts and Crafts, Field Trips, Movies, Water Play, Bible Stories, Outdoor Activities, Reading Enrichment. Registration includes Free t-shirt for field trips. Daily rate and weekly rate available. Please check our website or call for more information.
Eagle Camp at Gulf Coast Christian Academy
18930 County Road 28, Foley 251-989-2333, www.gccacademy.org Each week your child will learn biblical truths during themed lessons, activities, and chapel times. Campers will be engaged in field trips, class time, play time, and more. Your child will be exposed to Christian beliefs and characteristics on a daily basis. Each child will be exposed to and participate in art, library, music, sign language, yoga, outdoor play, games, movies, activities, and more. Some activities/events may be cancelled due to weather/ availability. Staff for 2013 Eagles Summer Camp includes teachers that currently teach at AGCCA. Teachers are all highly qualified certified teachers who are CPR certified. Eagles Summer Camp will start May 28th. Hours are 7:00am - 5:30pm. Onetime $50 registration fee. Weekly fees are $100 and must be paid by drop off each Monday. For registration packet or more information call the school or email Colby Douglas at cdouglas@gccacademy. com or Ryan Fell at rfell@gccacademy.com.
Fairhope Rec Center “Summer of Fun” Volanta Park & Municipal Pool US Highway 98, Fairhope; 251-990-0174 www.cofairhope.com Visit www.EasternShoreParents.com
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Activities will be supervised by local coaches and will include ball games, swimming, soccer, tennis, ping-pong, and arts & crafts. Open to children 1st grade – 8th grade. Camps run weekly beginning May 28th (Confirmed dates and times TBA). Hours of camp operation 7:30 A.M. - 3:30 A.M. with no extended day. Advanced registration is not necessary. Must bring snack, lunch, towels, swimsuit, etc. The camp will be closed for the week of July 4. For confirmed dates, times and rates, visit www.cofairhope.com or find them on Facebook.
Humming Star Alpaca Camp
19700 Blueberry Lane, Silverhill Cheryl Bowen, 251-214-8224 Email to: HSAlpaca@centurylink.net Monday-Friday, 9am-12pm, Weeks of 5/13, 6/03, or 6/10 Weeks of 5/13, 6/03, or 6/10. Campers learn about alpacas and gain valuable hands-on experience by providing care for them. Campers will also participate in activities centered on shearing and spinning fleece into yarn. They will enjoy making a journal with alpaca fiber using wet-felting and needlefelting techniques. The journal will be filled with paper that the campers create themselves. We also have flower and vegetable gardens where campers will plant and harvest crops to take home and share with their families. They will discover how the alpacas contribute to a flourishing garden. When the campers aren’t gardening or making crafts, they will be playing a variety of games. Fee $130; includes supplies, snacks, camp t-shirt and tote. A deposit of $50 will hold your camper’s spot.
Little Crusaders Summer Camp
9023 Lawson Road, Daphne 251-621-6363 No such thing as a boring summer at Little Crusaders Summer Camp! Camp is a full day camp held Monday through Friday. Join in on the fun this summer with water park visits, trips to the Exploreum, bowling, putt putt, zoo visits, swimming, beach outings, museums, Alligator Alley and More! $135/week. One time activitiy fee of $50.
Preschool by the Bay
1515 6th St., Daphne 251-626-2242 Join us for a summer of fun at Preschool by the Bay Summer Camp! Please call or visit our Facebook page to verify dates and get more information to be posted soon! Contact Director, Traci Johnson at 251-767-1228.
Rotary Youth Club Summer Program
251-928-9148, info@rotaryyouthclub.org Looking for a Summer Adventure? The Rotary Youth Club’s Summer Enrichment Program is the place to be! Your child will have a summer adventure with awesome field trips, water activities, sports, art, and more! RYC’s Summer Program begins June 3rd and ends August 2nd. Regular summer hours are Monday thru Friday from 9am until 6pm, and the cost is $150 per month. For an additional fee, there is an early drop-off option available beginning at 7am. Non-members must also pay a one-time, annual $10 membership fee. As part of its July program, RYC offers a handson academic program called the “RYC Summer Eastern Shore Parents I April 2013
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Enrichment Academy.” It takes place on Monday thru Thursday from 9am until noon. Each day, participants will be engaged in (1) hour sessions of Reading, Math & Science. The purpose of the Academy is to provide a FUN learning environment that will get our youth ready for the 2013-2014 school year. During the afternoons, RYC members will participate in other activities and field trips. There is limited space available so if you are interested in learning more about the Rotary Youth Club, or signing your child up for our Summer Program, please call 928-9148 or email info@rotaryyouthclub.org.
Weinacker’s Montessori
2 locations Daphne – 415 College Ave.; 251-626-6263 Lake Forest – 28765 N. Main St.; 251-259-5037; WeinackersMontessori.com We have great things planned for this summer! Along with field trips to the Sea-Lab, the Botanical Gardens, Five Rivers Delta Resource Center, and the Exploreum, our summer days are going to be filled with a variety of hands-on explorations and learning. Some of the classroom activities will include arts and crafts, the study of literature, foreign language, and music. Students will spend time outdoors everyday with fun group activities and play. Highlights include enriched learning curriculum, field trips, cultural experiences and learning new facts about zoology, astronomy and geology. Full time and Part time programs are available for ages 6 months – 12 years. Field trips are only for children ages 5 – 12. Hours of camp are 6am – 6pm.
Winshape Camp Daphne United Methodist Church
2401 Main St. Daphne 251-626-2287 The WinShape Foundation, started by Chick-filA founder S. Truett Cathy, has selected Daphne, AL as one of 72 communities in the country that will host its day camp program called WinShape Camps for Communities. July 29-August 2 for children who have completed 1st-6th grade. The cost is $189. Contact Neil Beasley for more information or to register at 251-626-2287 or at neil@ dumc.org.
YMCA 8051 Whispering Pines, Daphne 251-626-0888; 2560 S Pine St., Foley 251-970-3003 www.ysal.org Campers will experience the adventure and excitement of the outdoors daily, meet new friends and express their growing independence under the supervision of qualified and caring YMCA camp staff. Camp activities include games, sports, field trips, crafts, songs, skits, swimming and water activities. Ages 5 -14. For more information go to www.ysal.org
Educational Camps
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Junior Cotillion ProgramPre-Cotillion Classes
251-990-5366 – Kathy Sternenberg, Director ksternenberg@bellsouth.net The purpose of the National League of Junior Cotillions Pre-Cotillion™ Program is to give young people instruction and practice in the courtesies that make life more pleasant for them and those around them. The curriculum includes instruction in proper introductions and first impressions, thank you notes and correspondence, table manners and place settings including proper use of utensils, birthday party courtesies, school manners and sports etiquette, restaurant manners, polite conversation and telephone courtesy, values of honor, dignity, respect, responsibility, and good judgment. Classes are for children entering 2nd-4th grades in the fall. First session - June 3-6 from 2-3:30p.m. Second session - June 10-13 from 2-3:30p.m. Classes will take place at Rock Creek Clubhouse. Tuition is $125 and is due at time of registration.
The Think Tank
251-414-4494; www.TheThinkTankTutoring.com Improve your child’s grades with One-On-One tutoring in your home! The Think Tank Tutoring and Educational Services is your solution • All Subjects • PreK - Adult • SAT/ACT Prep • Reading • LD/ADD • Math • Science • Foreign Languages •SOAR Study Skills. • Affordable Rates • Certified Teachers. Summer Tutoring is a great way to catch up & get ahead with Reading and Math! OUR AVERAGE STUDENT IMPROVES 2 LETTER GRADES IN 90 DAYS!
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
1204 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores 251-968-5731; www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.com Elementary school age children, ages 5 to 11, in full-day session (9 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.). Licensed teachers and trained volunteers will help children explore animal life at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, meet our animal caretakers, and even greet some of our animal residents personally. They will also participate in arts and crafts projects and special zoo-related events. There will be plenty of handson educational and fun activities carried out in a safe and educational environment. Applications are available online and the cost is $175 per child Applications will not be taken over the phone; they must be mailed or delivered in person to the zoo. For more information, visit the website, find us on Facebook, or contact Jennifer Floyd, Zoo Camp Coordinator, at 251-968-5732 (email jfloydzoo@ yahoo.com).
Alabama School of Math and ScienceSummer Fun Camp
1255 Dauphin St., Mobile 251-441-2128; www.asms.net Don’t waste your summer! Spend it at AIMS Summer Camp and learn while you have fun! Kayak in Mobile Bay. Build a smartphone app. Visit www.EasternShoreParents.com
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Investigate a crime. Prepare for the ACT. Design and make metal sculpture. Speak German. Create a hologram. Launch a rocket... and much more! There is something for everyone! Who can enroll? Students entering the 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th grades as well as incoming ASMS students may enroll. NonAlabama residents are also eligible to apply. This year AIMS will run for two sessions. Students can sign up for one or two weeks. Session 1 (June 3-7) is an overnight camp. Session 2 (June 10-14) is an overnight or day camp. Day camp is 8:00 A.M, - 3:15 P.M. Overnight Campers: $375 per week (all-inclusive - meals, classes, activities, and lodging). Weekend between week one and week two is an additional $175, which includes trip to a water park (weather permitting) and other fun activities. Day Campers: $275 per week (this includes tuition and lunch). Discount: $25 discount (one per student) if application and all applicable forms are received by April 1. Contact AIMS Director John Hoyle at 251441-2128 or email jhoyle@asms.net. Visit www.asms.net for details.
Bayside Dinosaur Camp
303 Dryer Avenue, Daphne – Bayside Academy Campus 251-401-0553; Ms. Lisa Wells: lwells@baysideacademy.org, Lisawells48@gmail.com Dig for fossils on the bay and enjoy each day filled with exciting activities! June 17-21, Session I: 9:00 am-12:00 noon; Session II: 12:30-3:30 pm. $125.00; $50 deposit required to register.
Bayside Math Camp
251-338-6399; Mrs. Aymie Warner: awarner@baysideacademy.org Rising Grades 5 & 6, July 29-August 1
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island 251-861-2141 ext. 7515; www.disl.org Summer fun becomes summer learning at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, and our 2013 summer
programs are now open for registration! Dauphin Island offers sunny beaches, a beautiful bay, fascinating marshes and the best educational staff around. There are day camp opportunities for K-8th graders, overnight programs for 5th-graders to classroom teachers, and field trips for the public. Day Camps: Oceans Alive: Ages 5-8. May 31, June 21, July 5, & August 1. A half-day adventure for young children and their parents/grandparents that combines a beach walk adventure with an exploration of marine animals to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Alabama coast. Cost: $35 • Survivor – Dauphin Island: Ages 9-11. June 7 & August 2. Learn about and put survival skills to the test in this shipwreck adventure on Dauphin Island. Cost: $50 • Art-Sea Discovery: Ages 8-13. June 14 & July 12. Campers explore the beaches and maritime forests of DI, create a nature journal, and then express their finding in different forms of media. Cost: $50 • Overnight Camps (see site for detailed program descriptions; all costs include meals and housing) Barrier Island Explorer: Rising 5th - 6th grade students. June 30 – July 3 & July 28-31. Cost: $360 • Gulf Island Journey: Rising 7th - 9th grade students. June 16-21, June 23-28, & July 7-12. Cost: $550 • High School Summer Course: Rising 10th - 12th grade students. June 2-28. (Deadline for application: April 12). Intensive one-month-long program. Cost: $2050 • Teacher Programs: Visit the website for dates, class descriptions and registration fees. For more information on any of these programs, visit www.disl.org and click on K-12 and Teacher Education; e-mail sejohnson@disl.org; or call 251-861-2141 (x7515). Programs fill quickly, so make your reservations today!
Delta Discoveries Summer Science Camp Five Rivers Delta Resource Center 251-377-0054, Ms. Juli Day Email: jujuhiker@gmail.com Grades PK-5, August 5-9, 9:00 am-1:00 pm $125.00, includes all supplies. Campers bring snack, drink and lunch.
Environmental Studies Center Summer Day Camp
6101 Girby Road, Mobile 251-221-5000; www.mcpss.com Summer Day camps throughout the summer months for grades 1-8. Visit www.mcpss.com for detailed course descriptions and to confirm prices and dates or call 251-221-5000 for more information.
“eXtreme Science Camp!”
925 Nichols Ext. (Tomaso Center), Fairhope 251-610-0855 Director, Becky Tomaso, Masters in Education, Professor at the University of South Alabama. For information please call.
Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center
65 Government St., Mobile 251-208-6873; www.exploreum.com Experience the most amazing, science-based summer camps in Mobile! Summertime is always full of learning fun at the Gulf Coast Exploreum! Full Summer Camp schedule, program descriptions and rates will be announced soon so visit www. exploreum.com or find us on Facebook for daily updates!
Naval Aviation Museum
850-453-2389 www.NavalAviationMuseum.com National Flight Academy In-Residence Summer Program – Students experience the ultimate aviation-inspired learning adventure onboard Ambition, located on the grounds of the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola. For multiple days, students will engage in real-life scenarios that combine the thrill of flight with critical thinking and STEM skills. This program is open to 7th – 12th graders.To register or for more information call 850-458-7836 or visit www.NationalFlightAcademy.com. Flight Adventure Deck Summer Camp – Launch your own rocket, build gliders, watch a Blue angels practice, experience an IMAX movie all in one week at the National Naval Aviation Museum located in Pensacola. Taught by
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Make this a summer to remember! At Hot Wheels our experienced staff is focused on providing your child a great summer day camp experience that they will remember forever!
Ocean Camp
Sea, Sand & Stars Nature Center Orange Beach, AL; OceanCamp@gmail.com Ocean Camp is a wonderful education program for ocean lovers and future marine scientists ages 5-12 year old; Counselors in training ages 13-17. Ocean Camp teaches hands on ocean topics in Alabama’s coastal environments for spring break March 25-29 8:30-4:00 M-F $200 or daily. Summer Camps are June 4th – July 26th. The four -day camps are Tuesday – Friday from 9am – 12pm ages 5 -8 & 1pm – 4pm ages 9-12. Camp is $125 per week per camper. New! Lego Camp & Astronomy on the Beach! For more information and registration form: www.facebook.com/oceancamp CLICK ON THE ABOUT LINK. You may also call Belinda Ringpfeil, Director at 205-936-9892 or 251-802-8605.
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2 Registration Options Choose the option that works best for your family! This is a pay by the week camp so you only pay for the weeks you attend!
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FULL TIME CAMPER 4-5 Days per week, you choose the days! Only pay the weeks you attend! Starting at $95 per week
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Part TIME CAMPER 1-3 Days per week, you choose the days! Only pay the weeks you attend! Starting at $75 per week
251-626-3137, Director Paula Perri A course in social etiquette and table manners for girls and boys ages 6-16. Learn about table settings, proper use of silverware, and the importance of proper grooming and posture. Modeling courses are also offered. Call Paula Perri for more information at 251-626-3137.
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Big Pine Key, Florida www.seacamp.org; 877-SEA-CAMP Seacamp is a non-profit, marine science education facility located on Big Pine Key in the tropical Florida Keys adjacent to Looe Key and Florida’s fragile coral reefs. Founded in 1966, Seacamp offers marine science education and summer camp experiences including SCUBA, sailing, board sailing, and arts & crafts to students from 12-17 years of age. Visit www. seascamp.org for details.
Huntsville, AL 800-637-7223; www.spacecamp.com Come experience an out-of-this-world adventure at U.S. Space Camp! This program runs year round; Call for pricing. ACA accredited. Ages: 9-up. (9-year olds must be starting or in 4th grade) Weekend camps also available. Visit www.spacecamp.com for more information including camps offered, available dates, and registration. Visit www.EasternShoreParents.com
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Off Site Activities
616 Whispering Pines Rd. Daphne, AL 36526 251-626-5120 www.HotWheelsDaphne.com
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On Site Activities
Skating Arts & Crafts Dress Up Days Dance Board Games Dance Team Building
Non-Refundable registration fee of $75 per camper. All parents are required to attend camp open house. All Campers must have completed registration form, weeks attending form, notarized affidavit, blue card & copy of insurance card to attend camp. BINDING AGREEMENT: You will be charged and held liable for all weeks you register for unless written notification is given 2 weeks in advance. This is a contractual agreement between both parties. Non-payment forfeits right to attend camp! Registration includes T-Shirt, which must be worn on all off site field trips. Additional t-shirts may be purchased. No Refunds are given for days absent. All weekly tuition must be paid the Friday before the week campers attend. We only accept cash and checks. Please make checks payable to Hot Wheels Summer Camp. (NSF charge is $25, plus all additional bank charges). Waterpark weeks and explorium week tuition is a higher fee. Space is limited and we do fill up fast! Please register early to insure your SPOT!
Seacamp
2001 Old Bay Front Dr., Mobile 251-405-9929; www.southalabama.edu/cce/kids.html. For a Full Camp brochure on USA’s Summer Youth Programs, visit our website.
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Music Camps Broussard’s Piano Gallery Academy of Music
1541 E. I-65 Service Road South, Mobile 251-344-8856; broussardspianos.com Summer Piano Camps for the beginning student will be offered June 10-14 and June 17-21 and will include opportunities for learning for ages 4-adult! *This is the first year that we have offered “PreReading” Piano lessons for age 4. Call to make your reservations today. Registration and fee for class is $69.99.
Center Stage Performance
by Jessica Weber; 251- 682-1605; director@centerstageperformance.com Center Stage Performance is hosting a Sizzling Summer of Project Broadway!! Each camper will learn Broadway favorites, professional choreography and participate in a performance on the last day of camp at 11a.m. Session 1-June 17-21, Session 2-July 15-20. Age groups are k-3rd, 4th-7th, and 8th-12th. Fee is $125 per week with discounts for siblings. See our ad for your registration form. Mail with $50 deposit to reserve your spot today! For additional information go to centerstageperformance.com
Modern Ensemble Music
809-B Daphne Ave., Daphne 251-210-7175; www.modernensemblemusic.com Check the website or contact Dan for summer classes. dan@modernensemblemusic.com
University of Alabama Crimson Music Camp
Tuscaloosa, AL 205-348-7110; www.music.ua.edu Jazz, Concert Band, Piano and Double Reed programs for students in grades 7-12. Enjoy small group sectionals and coaching, specialized courses, and master classes…all this while sharing music with some of the most outstanding musicians and teachers in the country. We also provide our campers with supervised recreation time each evening, and a fantastic finale concert and a Crimson Music Camp T-Shirt. Visit music.ua.edu/crimson-musiccamp for program details and information on registration. Contact Randall Coleman, Associate Director of Bands Crimson Music Camp Coordinator via email at rocoleman@music.ua.edu or call the school at 205-348-7110.
Horseback Riding Camps Auburn Equestrian Summer Camps
Musical Theatre Camps
www.auburntigers.com
698 Cedar Ave, Fairhope (251) 929-7841; marjorysearcy.com We will be offering Musical theatre Camp this summer with two sessions. Session 1-June 3-7; Session 2 June10-14. We will also be offering Vocal Intensive/ Vocal competition the weeks of June 10-14 and July 22-26. Call or email for details at 251-929-7841 or info@marjoriesearcy.com.
14210 Greeno Rd., Fairhope 251-928-4840; www.oakhollowfarm.net Join us for Summer Day Camp at Oak Hollow Farm! Featuring horseback trail riding, fishing, archery, arts and crafts, and more! June 10th – 14th, 8 am-12 pm. Cost $225. Check the website and Facebook for updates! Call 251-9284840 #1 Glenda Bishop or #3 Joi Laurendine. You can also visit www.oakhollowfarm.net.
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Auburn University Summer Band Camps
Auburn University 132 Goodwin Music Bldg., Auburn; 334-844-4166 www.auburn.edu/auband/events Summer Marching Band for High School Students (Leadership & Auxiliary; Percussion) and Symphonic Band Camps for both Middle School and High School Students. For more information visit the website.
Baldwin County Youth Orchestra Music Camp
251-979-6834 www.baldwincountyyouthorchestra.com The Baldwin County Youth Orchestra (BCYO) will once again be offering a summer music camp this year. The camp will include classes for voice, band and orchestral students. Dates, times and location to be posted on the website in the next few weeks.
Jubilee Music
505 North Section Street, Fairhope 251-928-1003 Several music camps being offered. Call for more information. Eastern Shore Parents I April 2013
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Valley View Ranch
Cloudland, GA 706-862-2231; www.valleyviewranch.com A private equestrian camp for girls ages 8-17. One and two week sessions available. Each girl gets her own horse (choose from 75 horses) or brings her own. English & Western riding with CHA certified instructors. Beginners to advanced riders. Established in 1954. Jones Family Ownership. Visit www.valleyviewranch.com or find us on Facebook for more information.
Whitfield Farm Horse Camp
10309 Rebel Rd, Daphne 251-626-4634; Whitfield34@bellsouth.net Summer Camps offered with riding lessons, horse care, horsemanship, arts and crafts, swimming, and fun ways to learn all about horses. Three-day and 5-day camp offered from 8a.m-1p.m. Riding lessons for beginner to advanced. Contact August McWhorter at 251-626-4634 or email Whitfield34@bellsouth. net for more information. Find Whitefield Farm on Facebook and see pictures of our beautiful horses and more details on camps coming soon. 68
Sports Camps Eastern Shore Taekwondo Center
25478 Friendship Road, Daphne 251-621-9933, www.tkdonline.us When the kids get out of school in May, why have them do the same old thing when you can enroll them into the Eastern Shore’s most exciting summer program at United States Taekwondo! We offer a structured and well supervised program filled with exciting martial arts training, arts & crafts, and fitness. In addition, our camps will help your child with improved focus, increased cardio & stamina, and instill leadership skills that will last a lifetime! Call today to register your child or to get more information. United States Taekwondo: Daphne, 621-9933 United States Taekwondo: Bay Minette, 232-7598 United States Taekwondo: Semmes, 786-5425
Fairhope UMC Youth Soccer Camp
155 South Section St., Fairhope 251-928-1148; www.fairhopeumc.org The Fairhope United Methodist Recreation Ministry is excited to announce a Youth Soccer Camp to be offered this summer! Dates and details will be posted soon. Visit www.fairhopeumc.org or contact Jamie Waldhour, Director of Recreation Ministries, at 251-928-1148 for more information. You can also find us on Facebook and be kept up-to-date on announcements and events
The Fieldhouse
26037 Capital Drive, Daphne 251-626-0190 The Fieldhouse offers summer and seasonal camps in baseball, softball, t-ball and speed and agility for athletes of all ages. We also offer memberships, private or group lessons, batting cages, pitching mounds, coaching clinics, speed and agility training, baseball, softball, t-ball and speed camps, Birthday parties and special events. The Fieldhouse offers professional coaching to help athletes reach the full potential of their God-given athletic abilities. We believe that providing proper instruction and training is the key to developing young athletes, and in doing so, the impact our program has on their lives reaches far beyond the field of competition. We believe that training in sports teaches life skills including the importance of education, teamwork, commitment, and perseverance. It is our hope to honor God in our efforts, provide lifelong character development and memories to our athletes, and advance the level of competition in our community. Visit our website for details. www.TrainAtTheFieldhouse.com
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Yamane Championship Mixed Martial Arts
1410 Highway 98, Daphne (just south of Target) 251-621-0304; www.ycmma.com Our Teens/Kids Camp will be one of the most positive memorable experiences for both parents and their children. Children have a fantastic time learning Mixed Martial Arts and parents enjoy the tremendous rewards of seeing their children having fun. We strive to ensure our Teens/Kids Program is exciting, yet structured, disciplined and appropriately challenging. We accomplish this thru our carefully focused program which teaches your child important physical fitness exercises, basic practical Mixed Martial Arts self-defense, and fun skill developing games in an energetic and motivational fashion. Registration begins March 1st. Spaces are limited so call now. Check our facebook page or website or call us for details.
Auburn Tiger Swim Camp
Session I, May 26-May 30 , Resident $690, Commuter $640;Session II, June 2-6, Resident $690, Commuter $640; Session III, June 9-13, Resident $690, Commuter $640;. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us through the website or at auswimcamps@ gmail.com and we will do our best to get back to you in a timely manner. Please visit our website at www.auburnswimcamps.com.
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Camp I: June 24-27 Camp II: July 1-4 Camp III: July 8-11 Time: 9:00 am-12:00 noon (Grades 1-4) 1:00-4:00 pm (Grades 5-8) Cost: $85 per camper Location: Bayside Academy Campus Gym Contact: Coach Ralph Watson: rwatson@baysideacademy.org, 338-6439 or 232-1469
Bayside Lady Admiral Basketball Camp
Age: Grades 2-6 Session I: June 3-5 Location: Bayside Academy Campus: Gym Age: Grades 2-9 Session II: June 17-19 Location: Bayside Academy Hwy. 64 Complex Time: 9:00 am-12:00 noon Cost: $80 per camper or $140 for 2 campers Contact: Coach Brittany Davidson: bdavidson@ baysideacademy.org, 251-338-6440 or 251-2535267
Bayside Volleyball Camp
Age: Grades 3-8 Date: June 10-13 OR July 22-25 Time: 8:30 am-12:00 noon Cost: $100, includes t-shirt Contact: Coach Ann Schilling: aschilling@baysideacademy.org or 338-6436
BMAC Swim School
251-990-8297; www.bmacswim.com We want all children to be safe in the water! BMAC Swim School has been teaching swimming to Baldwin County’s children for 20 years. Class sizes are 4 - 6 children each. Choose a session: Session 1: May 28-31 and June 3-6. Session 2: June 10-13 and June 17-20. Session 3: June 24-28 and July 15-18. Session 4: July 8-11 and July 15-18. Session 5: July 22-25 and July 29-August 1. Mornings, afternoon and early evening classes are available. To register or find out more, call 251-990-8297. Classes fill up quickly, so call soon! Visit www.bmacswim.com for registration and more information.
Eastern Shore Aquatic Center-SWAT
10580 County Rd. 64, Daphne. Eastern Shore Aquatic Center is home of SWAT, Southern Waters Aquatic Center. SWIM for the EASTERN SHORE PIRANHAS! Practices for Eastern Shore Piranhas’ sizzling summer swim team start in May! Go to www.swimforswat.com and visit SUMMER LEAGUE or call Coach Rich Suhs at 251-300-0820 or 251-625-0950. Summer swim lessons also start in May. Call Coach Rich at 251-300-0820 or email richsuhs@aol.com Spring swim lessons are currently available! Go to www. swimforswat.com and visit LESSON SIGN UP or call Coach Rich for days and times based on skill level. Swimming with the year-round USA swim team SWAT (Southern Waters Aquatic Team) is ongoing, so sign up today! Go to www.swimforswat.com and visit ABOUT SWAT and TEAM SCHEDULE!
Junior Golf Camp (A.S.W.I.N.G.)
Lake Forest Yacht & Country Club 1 Golf Terrace, Daphne 251-626-9324; www.LFJGA.com www.thegolfswingstudio.com The ASWING Junior Golf Camp at Lake Forest will host four summer camps during the summer. The camps are a fun and exciting opportunity to learn to play golf for the novice kid to an intermediate player. The camps are designed for kids just finishing kindergarten through sixth grade. Eastern Shore Parents I April 2013
Our camp will teach the fundamentals of golf in a proven way, but will also include extra fun time at the swimming pool. Dates for the camps are June 3rd – June 7th, June 10th – June 14th, June 17th – June 21st, June 24th – June 28th. Each child may participate in the golf camp only or the full day experience. The golf camp only begins at 9:00am to 11:30am at a cost of $100 for the Monday – Friday camp. The Full Golf Experience begins at 9:00am to 3:30pm at a cost of $140 for the Monday – Friday camp. Both camps have a limited number of spots available, so register early. For more information, visit www.A-SWING. com or call 251-279-0657. The ASWING Junior Golf Program at Lake Forest will also host a summer College Prep Camps during the summer. The College Prep Camp is three days intense program for the competitive golfer in junior high or high school that wants to excel his/her golf game to new levels. The College Prep Camp will address fitness for juniors, course management techniques, golf game practice routines, mental preparation and much more. The College Prep Camp is May 28th – May 30th from 8:00am – 2:00pm at a cost of $149.00. This College Prep Camp is limited to the first eight registrations. For more information, visit www.A-SWING.com or call 251-279-0657.
LSU - Athletic Youth Camps
Louisiana State University Baton Rouge, LA; www.lsusports.net LSU will offer several youth sports camps this summer. All camps will be held in our brand new LSU Practice Facility and the legendary Pete Maravich Assembly Center. Register early as camps fill up quickly. Visit www.lsusports. com for information on baseball, cheerleading/ dance, football, basketball, golf, gymnastics, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, and volleyball camps.
Orange Beach Rec Center “Sail Camp”
251-981-1524 The City of Orange Beach, Parks & Recreation Department, offers summer sailing lessons. Sail Camp, now in its 10th season, offers young sailors an opportunity to experience the sport of sailing. The program is designed for youth ages 9 - 14. Beginner Classes are held from 9 am - 12 noon and Intermediate Classes from 1 - 4 pm. Intermediates are broken into three different categories, Intermediate I (must have completed a Beginner Course), Intermediate II (must have completed Beginner & Intermediate I, and Intro to Racing (must have completed Beginner & 2 sessions of any Intermediate course). Registration will begin March 15 for Orange Beach residents & property owners. Registration will open to all on April 15. For more information visit www.obparksandrec.com or call the Parks & Recreation office at 251-981-1524.
Pneuma Yoga/Movement Studio
1901 Main Street, Daphne, AL 251-458-6506 Fun kids yoga classes for this summer, more info can be found on our website or by contacting Susan Bordenkircher at 251-458-6506 or bordenkircher@bellsouth.net We are also having a kids yoga session in April ...all 5 Mondays of April at 4:30p.m. So, if you would like to give yoga a try or improve on what you already know contact Susan. Space is limited and classes fill up quickly. 70
Point Clear Tennis Camp
17107 Tennis Club Dr, Point Clear 251-990-4467 or 251-604-1259 Point Clear Tennis & Swim Club hosts it’s tennis camps this summer for grades K-12, beginner and intermediate levels. Campers are divided by age and ability level for tennis instruction beginning the first week of June and ending the first week of August. Camp begins at 9am, Mon.-Thurs. Lunch each day is included, followed by swimming until 1:00. Tuition is $150/wk for first child and $125/wk for siblings. Call 251-990-4467 or 251-604-1259 or email mattmckelvain@gmail. com to register.
SCS Martial Arts & Fitness
1802 Highway 98, Daphne 251-625-4257; www.scskarate.com SCS Martial Arts & Fitness is a high energy, positive martial arts school that focuses on improving fitness and building self-confidence, all while learning to protect yourself! This is the one time per year where we allow Open Enrollment! We’re offering 8 weeks of karate classes, beginning in June and Ending in August. Going on vacation? Don’t worry, we can adjust your time! We have classes five days a week and have a variety of times to meet almost any busy schedule. This program includes a team uniform and t-shirt. Choose any two classes per week. Ages 7 and up, please. Email sensei@scskarate.com or call (251) 62-KICS (625-4257) for more information including the schedule. Enroll by May 1 and save! Only $179. $199 after May 1st. Limited to first 20 enrollments.
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Fairhope High School 251-401-6484; rrobertson1@bcbe.org A great basketball clinic for K-8th graders @ Fairhope High School. The clinic will be held June 17th-20th from 9am-12noon. Cost is $85 through June 1st and $100 after June 1st. Cost includes instruction for all levels including shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defensive skills, plus a camp t-shirt. Camp Director is Robby Robertson. Coach Robertson has over 20 years of coaching experience at the high school, junior college and Division I levels.
University of Alabama - Sports Camps
Tuscaloosa, AL; www.rolltide.com The University of Alabama will offer a broad range of sports camps for children and teens this summer. Visit www.rolltide.com/camps to find information on baseball, football, softball, soccer, swimming/diving, volleyball, gymnastics, tennis, and cheer/dance/mascot camps.
Overnight Camps
Easter Seals Camp ASCCA
Jacksons Gap, AL 256-825-9226; www.campascca.org Located in Alabama on Lake Martin, ASCCA is a nationally recognized leader in therapeutic recreation for children and adults with both physical and mental disabilities. Campers who have Advertising: 251-929-2099
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Riverview Camp for Girls
Mentone, AL 800-882-0722; www.riverviewcamp.com Recognized as one of the South’s favorite allaround summer camps for girls, Riverview’s exciting programs are appreciated by both parents and campers! Riverview offers both one-and two-week camp sessions for girls ages 6 to 16. Short Term Sessions: $1,375; one week each; ages 6-12. Dates: June 9-14, June 16-21, June 23-28, June 30-July 5, July 21-26 and July 28-Aug 2. There will also be one Short-Term Session offered for ages 6-16 the week of June 2-7. Long Term Sessions: $2,575.00; two weeks each; ages 6-16. Dates: June 9-21, June 23-July 5, July 7-19 and July 21-August 2. ACA accredited. Non-denominational Christian camp. More than 15 activity choices available, including riding, climbing tower and ropes course. New pool and new tennis courts. Sessions fill up quickly…don’t wait! Visit www.riverviewcamp.com for more information and get a free video and catalog! And be sure to find us on Facebook!
Alabama School of Math and ScienceSummer Fun Camp
www.asms.net (See listing in Educational Camps for details.)
Beckwith Summer Camp
10400 Beckwith Ln., Fairhope 251-928-7844; www.campbeckwith.org For over thirty successful years, Beckwith Summer Camp has offered a safe, fun, and Christ-centered environment for children from all over the country. Our camp sits among sweet gum trees and beautiful grasslands alongside the shores of Weeks Bay in Baldwin County. Session 1 for 10th-12th grade, June 7-12, $465; Session 2 for 8th-9th grade, June 15-20, $465; Session 3 for 3rd-4th grade, June 23-27, $330; Session 5 for 4th-5th grades, July 7-12, $465; Session 6 for 5th-6th grades, July 15-20, $465; Session 7 for 6th-7th grades, July 23-28, $465; Session 8 for 7th-8th grades, July 31-August 5, $465; Session 9 for 1st-3rd grades with a parent, August 7-9, $220 for child, $55 for adult. For detailed descriptions of camp sessions, rates, photos, and registration information, visit www. beckwitl.com.
Camp Cosby
Alpine, AL 800-65-COSBY; www.campcosby.org Sessions include over 20 activities such as horseback riding, mini bikes, archery, tubing, wake boarding, aqua jump, water sports, the blob, Alpine tower, water-skiing, iceberg and specialty camps. Camp Cosby is for children ages 6-16. Session
1 begins June 2, so register online now at www. campcosby.org.
Camp Dixie
Elberta, AL 251-987-1201; www.campdixieministries.org Available to children ages 6-14. Weeklong and weekend sessions run during the months of June and July. Grow spiritually, physically, emotionally and intellectually in a Christ-centered program. Swimming, canoeing, Bible study, archery, challenge course, arts and crafts, campfires and more. Other activities may include model rocketry, large group games, sand volleyball and many more! Located on the beautiful Perdido Bay in Elberta, AL. Visit www.campdixieministries.org for more information and registration.
Camp Mac for Boys and Girls
Munford, AL 256-362-7449; www.campmac.com With the benefit of three generations of summer camping experience, we have developed a unique program, which is both fun and challenging. The many details of this plan work together toward our primary goal–to help develop strong bodies, keen minds and strength of character through a dedication to Judeo-Christian values. Do to the popularity of our camps, sessions fill up quickly! “Loyalty” discounts and “Same Family” discounts also available. Register online and get all the details on session descriptions, dates, rates, camp activities and more. Visit www.campmac.com. You can also find us on Facebook!
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Camp Scoutshire Woods, Girl Scout
Citronelle, AL 800-239-6636; www.girlscoutssa.org All girls 2nd-12th grade are invited to enjoy a week at summer camp on the sand hills surrounded by pines and magnolias. Girls can participate in activities, such as horseback riding, archery, canoeing, crafts, hiking and swimming. All activities are designed to emphasize teamwork and leadership and promote girls of courage, confidence and character. There is a Counselor in Training (CIT) program for girls in grades 10-12. Swimming lessons are taught by a certified Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. Camp Scoutshire Woods is accredited by the American Camp Association. Cost is $325$400. Dates and registration information can be found at www.girlscoutssa.org.
Camp Shine
Chelsea, AL. Call (205) 638-5750; Dates: 6/2-6/8 Week long session for weight management, now celebrating our 4th year. The camp is for current and new patients ages 12-15. Campers learn healthy eating habits while preparing meals. Campers also have opportunities to participate in swimming, canoeing, hiking, arts and crafts, dance and many other activities. Campers must apply and pay a $100 deposit by April 15, 2013 with the balance due on May 15, 2013. Limited number of campers accepted; apply early to secure your spot. Camp location/activities at Hargis Retreat made possible through a partnership with the Birming-
ham YMCA. Rates and discounts: $650.00. Website: http://weight.ChildrensAL.org
Camp Skyline Ranch
Mentone, AL 800-448-9279; www.campskyline.com Enriching young girls in God, relationships, and self. Since 1947, Camp Skyline has been a home for generations of campers. Skyline offers one and two week sessions for girls ages 6-16, where campers make new friends, honor old traditions, and strengthen their faith. Since there is a 1:5 counselor to camper ratio, campers are assured individual attention and guidance. Our beautiful, modern facilities are equipped with restrooms and showers in every cabin. Campers choose from over 25 activity choices. Located on top of Lookout Mountain in Mentone, AL. Visit our website at www.campskyline.com, email us at info@ campskyline.com, or call us at 1-800-448-9279 for more information.
Camp Stanislaus
Bay St. Louis, MS 228-467-9057; www.campstanislaus.com All-Boys Day and Resident Camps for ages 8-15. Run weekly from June 9 through July 6. Situated on the beautiful beaches of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, the facilities are the same as those used by St. Stanislaus College Prep. These include two gyms, three tennis courts, a swimming pool, football stadium, baseball stadium, one thousand foot pier, recreational and TV rooms, dining hall, dormitory, class rooms, computer labs, weight room, art room, rifle range, athletic fields, beach
volleyball court, ski camp, health center, and unlimited sandy beaches. Call 228-467-9057, email camp@ststan.com, or visit www.campstanislaus. com for more information.
Camp Widjiwagan
Nashville, TN; 615-360-2267 Dates: 5/27-8/2: Seven sessions. 5 Day, One week and Two Week options. Summer Camp for Boys and Girls from 3rd grade to 9th grade. Located on the shores of Percy Priest Lake, in Antioch, Tennessee, just 20 minutes from downtown Nashville. Camp Widjiwagan sits on 320 acres and 4 miles of shoreline at the Joe C. Davis YMCA Outdoor Center. Offering day, overnight and family retreats. Co-ed programs for rising 1st-9gth graders. Activities include team building, leadership, swimming/splash park, lake sports, horseback riding, team adventures, sports, zip line, and ski and equestrian schools and more! Call or visit www.campwidji.org.
Camp Woodmont
Cloudland, GA 706-398-0833 or 423-472-6070; campwoodmont.com Camp Woodmont is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys and girls ages 6-14. Offering one-week and two-week sessions during June and July. Located on 170 acres of beautiful North Georgia woodlands on top of Lookout Mountain! Provides cabin living, cool evenings around the campfire, creative counselors, new friends, talent/skit nights, and a close family-like atmosphere. Traditional summer camp activities
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with an emphasis on nature, outdoor adventure, horseback riding, non-competitive sports, and more. The non-denominational Christian atmosphere is appropriate for children of all faiths. ACA Accreditation and two generations of family management/ownership (70+ years combined experience) gives campers a highly supervised program. Visit www.campwoodmont.com for information and on-line registration, or call 706398-0833 or 423-472-6070 with questions.
Kidz Kamp (Jubilee Baptist Church)
8749 Baptist Camp Rd., Elberta, AL 251-621-7095; www.jubileebaptist.com Open to children who have completed 2nd - 6th grades. Dates: June 3 – June 5th. Located on the Baldwin Baptist Campground on beautiful Wolf Bay. Enjoy team-building games, water activities including a giant slide, paddleboats, canoes, and swimming pool time as well as plenty of other sporting activities. After lots of practice (and lots of fun!) children will put on a wonderful musical production for their families on the last day. The cost for Kidz Kamp is $100. For more information, contact John Saxon, JBC Children’s Minister at 621-7095 or visit www. jubileebaptist.com.
Kamp Kiwanis, Girl Scout Camp
Eclectic, AL 800-239-6636 www.girlscoutssa.org All girls 2nd-12th grade are invited to enjoy a week at summer camp on beautiful Lake Martin. Girls will participate in activities such as archery, canoeing, crafts, sailing, hiking and swimming. All activities are designed to emphasize teamwork and leadership and promote girls of courage confidence and character. There is a Counselor in Training (CIT) program for girls in grades 10-12. Swimming lessons are taught by a certified Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. Kamp Kiwanis is accredited by the American Camp Association. Cost is $300-$450. Dates and registration information can be found at www.girlscoutssa.org.
Twin Lakes Camp
Florence, MS 601-845-6858; www.twinlakescamp.org Since 1970, Twin Lakes has provided families with a summer camp program nestled in the rolling hills and piney woods of central Mississippi. With day camps for ages 5-10, overnight camps for ages 6-12, the LIT program for teens age 13-15, summer staff opportunities for ages 16 and up, and a full-service conference center for churches, schools and businesses – there is truly an opportunity for every member of the family at Twin Lakes. Please visit us at www.twinlakescamp.org for dates, rates, and more information, or call us at 601-845-6858.
U.S. Space Camp and Aviation Challenge Huntsville, AL; www.spacecamp.com (See listing under Educational Camps for details)
Valley View Ranch
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Molly Janik’s children alternate ordering pizzas, making reservations and calling directory assistance for their parents. “It’s not that we’re mean, or can’t do these things ourselves. We’re trying to instill confidence in public speaking,” explains the Wetumpka mom of two. As a child, Molly was terrified of speaking in public and “would break out in a sweat at the mere thought of having to speak in an uncertain situation.” A lack of confidence to speak in public can reach far beyond not wanting to talk to the cashier at the grocery store. A fear of public speaking carries into reading aloud in the classroom, ordering dinner or trick-or-treating. If a child never learns to cope with the anxiety, the fear will go with him into a college lecture hall, meeting or board room as an adult. How many times has your child pleaded with you to answer a question asked of him or to tell someone a story that he is too shy or anxious to share himself? Does your child freeze in public? Does he look to you to acknowledge the bank teller who offers him a lollipop, or tell his scout leader about his latest family hiking trip? Eastern Shore Parents I April 2013
Picturing an audience in their underwear may have worked for the iconic Brady Bunch kids, but today’s children are hardened to such imaginary tactics. “This is partly because they see flashy undergarment advertisements race across the television nearly every day, and partly because their visual imaginations are challenged daily with television and video games,” says Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Dr. Scott Haltzman, M.D. “Children need hands on, real-life experience with public speaking, not just the suggestion that they can speak in public,” he adds. While imaginary tactics may be effective in helping children conquer a fear such as public speaking, experts and parents agree there are several other beneficial techniques.
required to address a group or speak to someone he is not comfortable with,” says Dr. Haltzman. It is equally important to recognize that like playing football, ice skating or easily memorizing spelling words, public speaking is a talent that does not come easily for everyone. Some children are naturally fearful of situations involving heights, enclosed spaces and even public speaking. “One of my teen sons is so shy he won’t order food in a restaurant or do other similar tasks that require speaking in public,” explains Sharon Raupp of Montgomery. Not wanting to force her son into public speaking, Raupp is one of countless parents who realize their child needs to adapt to speaking to ‘safe strangers’ or in the classroom.
What Type of Speaker Is Your Child?
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When it comes to public speaking, practice definitely makes perfect. The earlier you introduce a child to any form of public speaking, the more comfortable he will be with the concept. Ideally, starting around age two or three, encouraging him to order his own food, introduce himself to his pre-school teacher, or tell the babysitAdvertising: 251-929-2099
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ter where the cookies are kept, provides the security of having you nearby, but the experience of speaking for himself. 1) Let them be the waiter or waitress and tell “Children model behaviors so parents and caregivers the family what’s on the menu for dinner. need to speak confidently 2) Encourage them to put on plays. in public as well,” notes Dr. 3) Get them a toy mike and tell rotating stories. Haltzman. Have one person start the tale, the next one Interpersonal commupick it up and so on. nication specialist, former 4) Ask them to pretend to introduce you to family therapist and founder of National Better ConversaMickey Mouse or shake hands with you when tion Week, Dr. Loren Ekroth, you say you’re one of the Wiggles or someone applauds the efforts of parents else famous. who find subtle tactics to 5) Discuss age appropriate topics at dinner encourage public speaking so everyone has a chance to speak up and be rather than blatantly forcing heard. children into an uncomfortable and even fearful situation. Children who are old enough to sit at “Gently inviting them to participate in low the dinner table can be introduced to techpressure oral communication activities niques that will help them when speaking such as reading aloud to family members, in public. Involve young kids in improtelling stories to small groups or one or visational activities that build confidence two friends, and being part of a pair or while having fun to learn how to overtrio that gives a speech greatly reduces come self-consciousness, the main source the anxiety effect of being singled out and alone,” says Ekroth who presents seminars of stage fright. “Many communities now offer improv workshops for kids. It’s ofon overcoming fear of public speaking, ten best if parents are not present because conversation skills and personal developthey tend to be overly concerned with and ment.
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critical of their children performing,” Ekroth notes. “Teachers skilled at working with kids in improv activities can do wonders in helping kids find and enjoy their spontaneity.” Pre-schoolers, elementary aged children, tweens and teens have to give book reports or raise their hands in class. Talk with your child’s teacher to determine how much he participates in class, or whether he makes eye contact with her when having a conversation. Older kids can hone their public speaking skills and incorporate their hobbies and interests at the same time. Encourage them to volunteer at a summer day camp, children’s museum or hospital. “I wince at the memories of fear I experienced as a child, but am so thankful my parents helped me over the hurdle,” adds Janik, who as an adult has conquered her fear of public speaking. “If they hadn’t found ways to help us overcome not wanting to speak in public, I may never have been able to become a teacher.” ESP Gina Roberts-Grey writes for HEALTH and Parents as well as more than 155 regional publications worldwide. She lives in Baldwinsville, NY with her family and can be reached via her website www. ginaroberts-grey.com.
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Public Library Activities Daphne Public Library
Fairhope Public Library
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Storytimes, Activities, & Crafts
Lapsit (ages 2 and under), Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Preschoolers (ages 2-5), Wed. 2 p.m., Thurs. 10:30 School Age Story Time (ages 5-8), Thursdays 10:30 a.m. After School Kids Story Time Thursdays 3:45 p.m. Santa Stories. Thurs., Dec. 13, 5-7 p.m. Hear Santa read stories, drink cocoa, eat cookies. Bring your camera! Christmas Gift Make and Take Session. Fri., Dec. 14, 12-5 p.m. Rock in the New Year Rock painting for children. Fri., Jan. 11.
Storytimes and Activities
Lapsit Storytime (ages 2 & under with caregiver present) Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5 with caregiver present) Mondays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. Scratch Club (Ages 8-12) Tuesdays, 4 - 5 p.m. Tweens are invited to enjoy animation building, stories, and games! Tween Tuesdays (Ages 9-11) Tuesdays, 4 p.m. Teen Night (13 & Up) Mondays, 4:30 p.m. Teen Program (Ages 12+) 4:30-5:30 p.m. Teens can enjoy awesome activities geared for their age group. Mondays and Thursdays. Spanish Storytime - Saturdays, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Join Ms. Carolina for Spanish Story Time in the Youth Activity Room.
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Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10 a.m. (Wednesdays are repeat programs) We have approximately 30 minutes of great fun for pre-school age children, their parents, grandparents and caregivers! We read a book together, have a short time for crafts or special events (such as Halloween, Fire Prevention Week, Christmas, Easter, etc...) and learn to love reading! Visit www.EasternShoreParents.com
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American Sport Art Museum and Archives Located on the campus of the United States Sports Academy in Daphne, dedicated to the preservation of sports history, art, and literature. Exhibits spotlight visiting artists on a rotating basis, as well as our permanent collection of prints, sculpture, original paintings, photographs and other arts media. Free admission. Hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. 1 Academy Drive, Daphne. For more information call 251.626.3303 or visit www.asama.org. Big Brother / Big Sister Mentors Needed At-risk children at Summerdale School need volunteer Big Brother Big Sister mentors. “Bigs” have fun with a child one time a week, for one hour, on school grounds, during the school year by reading a story, working puzzles, playing catch, drawing, or just being a friend. Professional training and support are provided by Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Alabama YMCA, Inc. For more information or to volunteer, contact Polly at 251-344-0536 ext. 104. Eastern Shore Art Center A non-profit arts organization located in beautiful downtown Fairhope. The Art Center houses four galleries with exhibits that change monthly, as well as a gallery featuring member artists’ work for sale. Admission is free. 401 Oak Street, Fairhope. For more information call 251.928.2228 or visit www.easternshoreartcenter.com. The Exploreum The Exploreum is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon until 5 p.m. For tickets or more information visit www.exploreum.com or call 251-208-6873. 65 Government Street, Mobile. Fairhope Museum of History The museum is full of artifacts from old Fairhope. You can see displays on Clay City, the Single Tax Association and the Civil War. You can also see personal belongings from some of Fairhope’s first families. The museum is located in downtown Fairhope at 24 North Section Street. The museum is open Monday - Saturday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information, call 929-1474. Five Rivers Delta Resource Center Apalachee Exhibit “ Alabama in the Making: Traditional Arts of People and Place”. April 1 - May 19. Ever wondered how to make goat stew? Or a pine needle basket to put your stew in? 5 Rivers is THE place to be to get information on Alabama folk art traditions with this traveling exhibit. The exhibit offers collections of photographs, video, and audio interviews from Alabamians sharing their experiences in folk and traditional arts, including food preparation, music, occupational folklore and material culture. The collections have been gathered by the Alabama Folklife Association, which is based in Birmingham. There will be 5 separate kiosks, covering the Gulf Coast, the Southern Appalachians, the Wiregrass , the Black Belt and Tennessee Valley regions. You’re sure to find some grand old traditions or tales that make you further appreciate Alabama’s cultural history. Marietta Johnson Museum This museum was founded to preserve the oldest school building in Baldwin Country, which was founded in 1907 by famed educator Marietta Johnson. Known as one of the first progressive schools in the world, the museum includes historic letters, documents, and artifacts from the school’s heyday, as well as biographical information about Marietta Johnson. To learn more, visit www. mariettajohnson.org. Open Mondays-Fridays from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Admission is free. 440 Fairhope Ave. 990-8601.
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Weeks Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve The Weeks Bay Reserve has a free educational interpretive center and two boardwalks. The Interpretive Center houses a multitude of exhibits, habitat models, specimen collections and a diorama giving the visitor a better understanding about the value of estuaries, diversity of coastal wetlands, and a close-up look at living plants and animals of coastal Alabama. Admission is free. Hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. 11300 US Highway 98, Fairhope. For more information call 251.928-9792 or visit www.weeksbay.org.
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Alabama Pre/Post Adoption Connections (APAC) Offering Adoptive Family Support Group Meetings in Baldwin County the 3rd Monday of each month. The meeting is held at Eastern Shore Church of Christ, 1209 Daphne Ave, in Daphne from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Parent, Youth/Teen group and childcare is available. Topic discussions by adoption professionals and ceu’s for foster families are offered. For more information call 251-460-2727 or 1-800489-1886 or www.childrensaid.org. APAC also offers free counseling services to adoptive families. Celebration MOPS Fairhope Celebration MOPS meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. at Celebration Church, 8180 Dyer Road, Fairhope. Childcare is provided and is included in the fees. There is an annual $23.95 MOPS International membership fee and $5/meeting. Check us out on Facebook at Celebration MOPS Fairhope or contact coordinator Lauren Beck at celebrationmopsfairhope@gmail.com. Fairhope MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) We meet 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. every 2nd & 4th Monday at Fairhope United Methodist Church. All mothers of young children are welcome. Email fairhopemops@yahoo.com for more info. MOPS on the Eastern Shore We meet at Faith Family Fellowship in Spanish Fort on the 2nd Thursday of each month, from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. The evening meeting meets on the first Thursday night of the month from 6 - 8 p.m. September through May. MOPS is designed to nurture mothers and it is for all mothers from all walks of life who have children birth through K-5. Each meeting provides an inviting environment where women can come - just as they are - to build friendships, be encouraged, gain practical parenting strategies and have fun all while their children are lovingly cared for in the MOPPETS program. A typical meeting includes sharing a meal together, listening to a speaker that is of interest to mothers with young children, participating in a roundtable discussion, or doing a creative craft project. The children’s program includes care for infants as well as classes for toddlers through kindergarten. http://mopsontheeasternshore.shutterfly.com/ Moonlight Chasse’ Ballroom Dance Society Dance lessons from 7 – 7:30 p.m., and Dancing from 7:30 – 10 p.m., first and third Monday of every month, at Fitzpen Place, 1 mile east of Eastern Shore Mall. No partner necessary. $10 per person includes dance lesson. $7 with membership, includes dance lesson. Live music, cash bar. www.FitzpenPlace. com. www.Moonlightchasse.com. For more information, call 251-621-6665 or 251-377-4069. PUMC Caregiver Support Group A new support group for caregivers of aging parents and others is discussing “boundaries” at monthly meetings open to the community. The public is invited to be a part of this support group, which meets monthly at Providence UMC, located between
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Spanish Fort High School and Middle School at 32200 Jimmy Faulkner Dr. For more information about the new support group, call the church office at (251) 626-2510 or email pumc.office@bellsouth.net. For more information about Providence UMC, call the church office or visit the website at www.providencemethodist.org. The Responsible Fatherhood Program (RFP) Part of a nationwide effort to support fathers in the important and special role they play in the life of a child. Quenching the Father Thirst class held Mondays from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., 12-wk rotating series (begin at any time once intake is complete) at The Family Center of Baldwin County, 27365 Pollard Rd, Daphne. Case management services also offered. Family Time supervised visitation coming soon. Call 251-626-1610 for more information and to take classes in Daphne. RFP classes require intake appt. IN ADVANCE. www.familycentermobile.org or www.Facebook.com/FatherhoodMobile. Services available to all eligible persons regardless of race, gender, age, disability or religion. All classes at The Family Center in Mobile and Daphne are free and offer free childcare WITH 24-HR RESERVATION. Shepherd’s Place (Christian Life Center) Ministry for memory & physically challenged. Mondays & Wednesdays 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Fairhope United Methodist Church, 155 South Section Street, Fairhope. 928-1148. Tango by the Bay ~ Argentine Basic classes are held every Tuesday from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. in Fairhope at Southern Edge Dance Studio, located behind Pizza Hut across from Thomas Hospital. 251 South Greeno, Fairhope. $5 per class (fee may be higher with special guest instructors). For more information Contact Ben Samel at 6052657 or Cassie Fishbein 377-4069, cassief13@aol. com. South Baldwin Regional Medical Center offers the following classes: Your entire family can take part in several informative classes designed to help moms and dads welcome their special new addition to the family with more confidence. Classes cover topics including: Having A Healthy Pregnancy Nutrition, discomforts of pregnancy, warning signs of complications, and relaxation exercises. One session. Cost: $10. Prepared Childbirth Classes (Once a week for four weeks). Cost: $30 Week 1: Begin the Stages of Labor: The labor and delivery process, signs and stages of labor, options for coping, pain management, vaginal delivery, and relaxation exercises. Week 2: Delivery and Cesarean Birth: A review of complications that may arise, use of special equipment, complete the stages of labor, cesarean delivery, and relaxation exercises. Week 3: New Born and Postpartum Care: Newborn appearance, caring for the newborn, infant safety, recognizing complications, relaxation exercises, and choosing a pediatrician. What to expect after delivery, understanding the physical and emotional changes to your body, and relaxation exercises. Week 4: The Art of Breast Feeding: The benefits of breast feeding for mother and baby, anatomy and physiology of the breast, how to breastfeed, and common difficulties. One session. • Tiny Toes members may enroll in Yoga, Water Aerobics and Expectant Mother Exercise classes through the Snook Family YMCA. The fee is $5 a class. There is a $3 fee for child care. There is no fee
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if you are already a member of the YMCA. All classes are located at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center–1613 North McKenzie Street Foley. Tuesday evenings 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Classroom A. Located just off of the main lobby. • Please plan to attend the Healthy Pregnancy Class during your first trimester and the Prepared Childbirth Classes anytime after your 24th week of pregnancy. For more information or to enroll please call the OB Educator at 949-3676 to schedule. We look forward to sharing this special time with you! Method of payment accepted: Visa, Master Card, Discover, AmEx, Debit Card. Gift of Life The Gift of Life is a required maternity care program for Medicaid patients or Medicaid-eligible patients. The Gift of Life Program provides a caring system of prenatal services; education and care coordination for expectant moms and their babies. For additional information please contact 949-3781. Thomas Hospital offers the following classes: Breastfeeding Class Thomas Fitness Center (Fairhope). Monthly, first Tuesday, 6 - 8 p.m. Free. Infant CPR and Safety Class Thomas Fitness Center (Fairhope). Pre-registration required. To register call 279-1373. Saturdays, 4 - 6 p.m. Moving Through Labor Childbirth Classes Three or four-week prepared childbirth class series which prepares the mother-to-be and her support partner for the labor and delivery experience. $30 fee for the class series. Thomas Fitness Center, (Fairhope) Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thomas Fitness Center (Fairhope) Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Thomas Medical Center (Daphne) Tuesdays, 6-8:30 p.m. Thomas Medical Center (Daphne) Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call 251- 279-1373 or visit www.thomashospital.com for upcoming classes and registration. Natural Childbirth Classes, Fertility Awareness, Mother’s Comfort, Exercise and Nutrition For class schedule or more information call Geralyn Piizzotti, 251- 928-9396. Yourbodyyourbirth@ bellsouth.net. Newborn Basics Class Held on the second Monday of every month from 6 – 8 p.m. at Thomas Medical Center in Daphne. Free. No Pre-registration required. Pre-admission Sessions 6 p.m. at Thomas Medical Center in Daphne. Pre-registration required. Sibling Class Thomas Hospital Fitness Center (Fairhope). Pre-registration required. To register call 279-1373. 10 - 11 a.m.
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5 Rivers Story Time The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month is Story Time at 5 Rivers. Children under the age of 6 are welcome to stop by for a free reading of a naturebased story followed by arts and crafts. This week we see how the forest changes from day to night in Jennifer Ward’s “Forest Bright, Forest Night.” This event takes place from 10-11 a.m. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort. www. Alabama5Rivers.com. 5 Rivers Outdoor Adventure Night Free, everyone is welcome. Meet and mingle with local outdoor enthusiasts and enjoy monthly programs. • 6-7 p.m. Alabama Hiking Trail Society • 7-8:30 p.m. Mobile Bay Canoe and Kayak Club; 7-8:30 p.m. Mobile Bay Sierra Club. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort. www. Alabama5Rivers.com.
Friday, April 5
Denim & Diamonds 7 - 11 p.m. Oak Hollow Farm, 14210 Greeno Road, Fairhope. It’s time to throw on some bling and your best blue jeans for the party with a purpose! Join Dan & Shelby from the 95 KSJ Breakfast Club and Darwin Singleton from WPMI Local 15 (NBC) as they host the 2013 Denim Diamonds & Drawdown! The casual and rustic evening will include a delicious dinner, a fabulous silent auction, and a diamond drawing sponsored by Estate Jewelers of Fairhope. We will be drawing tickets throughout the night and awarding prizes to several lucky (or unlucky) participants. If your ticket has the last number drawn, you will win a cash prize of $2,500! Dance the night away to live music by The Major Moves Band! All proceeds support the unfunded programs of Covenant Hospice in Baldwin County
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For tickets or more information visit www. eventsatcovenant.org/denim or call Christy Kelley at 626-5255. Shepherd’s Place 2nd Annual Four Person Scramble Scramble to be help at Lakewood Golf Club, Point Clear. Proceeds benefit Shepherd’s Place which helps improve the quality of life for people with memory loss or physical challenges and bridge the gap between independent living and restricted care. Cost is $150/person or $600 for a team. For more information call 928-3922 or visit www.fairhopeumc. com.
Saturday, April 6
2013 Relay for Life of the Alabama Gulf Coast “Heroes for Hope” Gulf State Park, Lake Shelby. Come enjoy survivors’ activities, food, entertainment, games and fun! You can also pay to Zip For Life that day with the Hummingbird Zip line. Sponsored by American Cancer Society, Columbia Southern University and Sh Enterprises. Please register your team and get up to date event information at www.relayforlife. org/gulfcoastal. Race begins at noon. For more information call 344-9858. Trike A Thon for Cystic Fibrosis 10 a.m. (rain date April 13). All ages, half-mile track, bring your trike, scooter bike etc...if you can ride it then bring it! $10 entry fee. Food/live music/ kids inflatable/ face painting, prizes raffles and more. 100% of money raised goes to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Registration forms available online or day of event. www.facebook.com/TrikeAThonMOB. Alabama Gulf Coast Farmers Market 8 a.m. – 12 noon at the Gulf State Park Pavilion, 20115 State Highway 135, Gulf Shores. For more information call Jon Kittrell at 990-9088 or 554-7548 or Jody Young at 943-4678. Magnolia Run The 10th Annual Magnolia run is a 5K Run, run/ Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run by the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce presenting Sponsor is the South Baldwin Regional Medical Center. A portion of the proceeds helps support the Hattie Little Smith Scholarship Fund. The course is USATF certified 5-K. For more information call Kristin Roberson at 943-5590 or email Kristin@southbaldwinchamber. com. You can also visit www.southbaldwinchamber. com/majorevents/magnolia-run-overview. 20th Annual Camellia Open Car Show at Bellingrath Gardens Stroll through hundreds of classic and vintage automobiles including the Model T, antique Mustangs, Firebirds and more on the Great Lawn at Bellingrath Gardens and Home. Sponsored by the Mobile Bay Mustang Club, the Camellia Classic Car Show is held on the first Saturday of April each year. This year guests will feast on barbeque provided by THE SHED Barbeque and Blues Joint while enjoying live entertainment featuring MudBucket. Sunshine the Clown will also be performing for the kids all afternoon. •Car Registration: 9 a.m. to 12 noon •Judging: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. •Lunch & Snacks: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. •Live Entertainment: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. •Award Presentations: 3 p.m. Proceeds from the car show benefit Bay Area Food Bank. Plus, bring a canned good and receive $1 off admission. To register a car or for additional information about the Mobile Bay Mustang Club, please got to http://www. mobilebaymustangclub.org. Beyond Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) at 5 Rivers The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, State Lands Division, is extremely excited to announce that Becoming an Outdoors Woman ( BOW ) is coming to the grounds
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Family Calendar of 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center. BOW is a nonprofit educational program for adult women that is found in many states across the country. It offers hands-on courses in a supportive environment, and is a way to not only get outside and learn valuable skills, but also a great way to meet new friends with similar interests. Classes to choose from include: Outdoor Sketch Pad, Outdoor Photography, Kayak Fishing, Bird watching, and Beekeeping. $50 pp, registration required. Information and registration forms can be found online at: http://www. outdooralabama.com/outdoor-adventures/Events_ for_women/bow/beyondbow.pdf. 2nd Annual Bunny Hop 5K 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at The Wharf. The Pleasure Island Junior Woman’s Club is a civic club organized to foster civic, social, and educational betterment of our community. This April we will host our 2nd Annual Bunny Hop Run! Funds raised at this event will assist our Clothe the Children program. This program is designed to clothe needy school children with uniforms and essentials for their educational experience. In addition, this year’s event will be in memory of Ann Reese Grote. We look forward to seeing you at the 2nd Annual Bunny Hop Run and thank you for your support. Run Details:- You may register on active.com or at the event. Packet pick-up 8 a.m. 5K begins @ 9 a.m. 1 Mile Fun Run begins @ 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, April 7
5th Annual Rolling on the River for Literacy 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort 5 – 8 p.m. Enjoy an evening on the river sipping wine and listening to Caribbean music being tapped on a steel drum by Tony Bowers. Feast on delectable treats prepared by Naman’s Catering while watching a breathtaking sunset with your friends. Thanks to our community supporters we will have many fantastic items at our silent auction. Weekend getaways, paintings, car detailing, and designer jewelry are just a few of the items. Also, for Alabama sports fans we have several special items. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at the following locations: Page and Palette and at the ESLC office. Proceeds from the auction make it possible for the ESLC to continue to offer free assistance to adults who want to learn to read, write, or speak English, as well as provide a positive influence in the communities along the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay. For more information call 928-8300. 5 Rivers Sunday Matinee Come out and join us every Sunday for a free family, friendly film. The films play throughout the day. This week we discover the magic of hummingbirds in Hooked on Hummingbirds. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort. www. Alabama5Rivers.com.
Tuesday, April 9
5 Rivers Outdoor Adventure Night Free, everyone welcome. Meet and mingle with local outdoor enthusiasts and enjoy monthly programs. Hunter’s Education Course. 6-9 p.m. (registration required, call 626-5474). Mobile Bay Audubon Society 6:30-8:30 p.m. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort. www. Alabama5Rivers.com.
Wednesday, April 10
Mobile Symphony - Lecture @ Noon Bring your Brown Bag lunch and enjoy a Lecture @ Noon with Rob Seebacher, the conductor of the Mobile Symphony Youth Orchestra, University of South Alabama Symphony Orchestra, and the Johnson City Symphony Orchestra. Location- Ben
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May Main Library 12 noon - 1 p.m.Today’s lecture will be on the incredibly diverse composer, Peter Ilich Tchaikovsky. He crafted a sound through his Symphonies, Programmatic Music, Concerti and Ballets that would influence Shostakovich, Prokofiev, and many other masters of symphonic music. For more information please call 208-7097. Team Warriors 4EVER The Orange Beach TeamWarriors4EVER team has partnered with Tacky Jack’s, a local restaurant, where we will be staging a run every Wed. TeamWarriors4EVER is a non-profit organization aimed at raising money and awareness for wounded and or fallen veterans and their families while promoting activity thru team and individual sports. Run begins at 6:30. For more information visit www.teamwarriors4ever.com.
Thursday, April 11
Little Black Dress Ronald McDonald House of Mobile’s premier annual fundraising event, Little Black Dress, is a fast-paced New York styled runway show and cocktail party. The 2013 LBD event will be held at 6:30 at Fort Whiting. The event features up to 50 McModels who are local women sponsored by local area businesses and individuals. The McModels will be dressed and styled by Alla Mano of Fairhope with make-up by J. Edwards and hairstyles by Regis. In addition to the fantastic runway show, Little Black Dress features food and drink from top area chefs and restaurants as well as a special appearance by Ronald McDonald himself. Premium runway seating, table seating and McModel sponsorships are available but in limited quantities and are going fast for this fun unique event for Mobile benefiting the “House That Love Built.” For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit http://www.rmhcmobile.org/little-black-dress. Paul Taylor Dance Company Performance The Paul Taylor Dance Company, established in 1954, has long been one of the world’s most highly regarded performing arts companies. The 16-member Company performs Mr. Taylor’s works around the world, and has appeared in more than 520 cities in 62 countries to date. 8 p.m. Saenger Theatre (6 S. Joachim St). $25-$45 (plus service fee). 251-208-5600/www.mobilesaenger.com. Serve it Up with Love Charity Tennis Tournament The 8th annual Serve It Up With Love Ladies Tennis Tournament will be held at the Copeland-Cox Tennis Center in Mobile. The Tournament benefits the Mobile Child Advocacy Center and has raised almost $280,000 to fund serves for abused children in our community. The Ladies Tournament is played in a Team Format, with 4 courts of doubles. Sign up as a team of 8-10 players. You can download entry forms at www.serveitupwithlove.com. Cost is $35 per player. Cost includes a Favor, Goody Bag, Breakfast and Lunch. Check in is at 8 a.m. and play begins promptly at 9 a.m. Play ends at 12 p.m. with lunch served immediately following. During lunch, awards will be distributed and raffles will be drawn. We hope you will come join us for all the fun to be had and support this great cause. Deadline for entry is Tuesday, April 9. Please visit www. serveitupwithlove.com for more information. LA Gumbo Festival at the Wharf The inaugural L A Gumbo Festival will be 3 days of family, fun, art, food, competition, music and the World’s largest pot of gumbo! April 11-13 at the Wharf, Orange Beach, AL. For more information call 251-224-1000 or visit www.facebook.com/ LAGumboFestival/info.
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Friday, April 12
Arts Alive! Arts Alive! Mobile’s downtown Arts Festival plans to continue to make “art happen” once again this coming Spring. Scheduled for April 12, 13 and 14, the festival offers three days of varied artistic experiences and interactive and hands-on activities. The hallmark of Arts Alive! since inception has been it’s multi-dimensional arts platform. Each festival showcases a wide selection of art genres – theater, film, visual, music, and dance – all featuring local and regional talent. Arts Alive! takes place in the Cathedral Square Arts District in downtown Mobile. Festival hours are Friday, 5-9:30 p.m.; Saturday 11-7 p.m. and Sunday Noon-5 p.m. Admission is free for the entire festival. Visit www.artsalivemobile.com. LA Gumbo Festival at the Wharf See April 11 for more information.
Saturday, April 13
10th Annual Shrimp Cook-Off Bienville Square, Downtown; 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. HandsOn South Alabama’s 10th Annual Shrimp Cook-off is our major fundraiser and proceeds support volunteer projects across South Alabama in the focus areas of Education, Environment, Emergency Preparedness, Financial Stability and Health and Human Services. Tickets go on sale in April at all Bancorp South locations in Mobile and Baldwin Counties or at HandsOn South Alabama. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the gate. For more information visit our website at www. handsonsal.org and like us on Facebook at www. facebook.com/HandsOn South Alabama. South Baldwin Relay for Life The 2013 Relay for Life will begin at Noon and run through 6 a.m. Sunday morning. The Relay will honor Chris Dillon #28 as he fights back. For more information contact the American Cancer Society office at 414-1312 or email Rebekah McCarron at Rebekah.McCarron@canger.org. LA Gumbo Festival at the Wharf See April 11 for more information. Alabama Gulf Coast Farmers Market 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Gulf State Park Pavilion, 20115 State Highway 135, Gulf Shores. For more information call Jon Kittrell at 990-9088 or 554-7548 or Jody Young at 943-4678. Mobile Botanical Gardens Marketplace Saturdays Marketplace Saturdays is from 9 - 11 a.m. every Saturday through June 30. Buy native plants, get great ideas from experts and support the Gardens. Mobile Botanical Gardens, 5151 Museum Dr. Please visit http://mobilebotanicalgardens.org. Life at the Fort-Dauphin Island Dauphin Island. Life at the Fort. 251-861-6992. www.dauphinisland.org. Admission charged. Historic Fort Gaines--Living history program featuring cannon fire, rifle demonstrations, blacksmithing, candle making and open hearth cooking. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Arts Alive! See April 12 for more information.
Sunday, April 14
Running for St. Jude – Bellingrath Gardens Your legs can save lives. The start time is 8:30 a.m. The race benefits: St. Jude Children Research Hospital. More than 70 children from our area are currently receiving treatment for serious illnesses at St. Jude Hospital. Location: Bellingrath Gardens and Home, 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road, Theodore, Alabama. The course: Scenic, flat certified 5K course outside of Bellingrath Gardens along Rebel Road. Also a One Mile run/walk. For more information, please visit www.active.com.
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Birding 101 with Birder Carol Furman Learn the basics of what to look and listen for when identifying our local Alabama birds. $15/adult, kids under 12 free, includes 30 min. boat tour, register with Carol at 251-680-8619. 9 a.m. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort. www. Alabama5Rivers.com. 5 Rivers Sunday Matinee Come out and join us every Sunday for a free, family friendly film. The films play throughout the day. This week find out what’s really behind those venom glands in Venom: Nature’s Killer. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort. www. Alabama5Rivers.com. Arts Alive! See April 12 for more information.
Tuesday, April 16
Baldwin County Job Fair 9 a.m. at the Daphne Civic Center, 2603 Highway 98, Daphne. Baldwin County Economic Development Job Fair. For more information call 970-4081. Steinway Artist Performs on Legendary Horowitz Steinway Piano Steinway Artist and University of Mobile Artist-inResidence Dr. Kadisha Onalbayeva will present a free concert on the legendary Horowitz piano at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church Fairhope. The concert, cosponsored by Broussard’s Piano Gallery and Academy of Music in Mobile, First Baptist Church Fairhope and the University of Mobile, is a rare opportunity for the public to see the masterfully created piano that accompanied the late classical Steinway Artist Vladimir Horowitz on his tours and return to the former Soviet Union in Moscow and Leningrad. The legendary Steinway & Sons Model D Horowitz piano is one of the manufacturer’s most revered designs. Onalbayeva will perform works by Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Skryabin, Glinka, Gershwin and Coleman. 5 Rivers StoryTime The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month is StoryTime at 5 Rivers. Children under the age of 6 are welcome to stop by for a free reading of a nature based story followed by arts and crafts. This week’s story is The White Owl by Tracy Corduroy. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort. www. Alabama5Rivers.com.
Thursday, April 18
Tim Tebow – University of Mobile “A Conversation with Tim Tebow” will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Arthur R. Outlaw Convention Center in downtown Mobile. Sponsorships are available and tickets are on sale now at www.umobile.edu/ banquet2013, or by phoning the university at (251) 442-2917.
Friday, April 19
Thomas Hospital Foundation Golf Classic Lakewood Golf Club, Point Clear. The Thomas Hospital Foundation has raised more than $2 million since the first tournament held in 1996 to help our community’s hospital purchase state of-theart medical equipment and improve patient care. This year’s tournament goal is to raise $120,000 to help Thomas Hospital providing award-winning care close to home. If you would like to make a donation to help sponsor this year’s Golf Classic and/or play in the 18-hole competition, please register at thomashospital.org/foundation. For more information call 990-1512. Spanish Fort Spring Showcase Car and Truck Show Open to all makes models and years, rain or shine. Located at Fitzpen Place – 11247 Highway 31, Spanish Fort.
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Saturday, April 20
5th Annual Gumbo Cook-off Come enjoy the 5th Annual Gumbo Cook-off as teams battle it out to see whose gumbo recipe tops them all! There will be activities for children. Kids under 10 get in free. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the gate. For more information call 251544-6100. Proceeds will support the services and programs of the American Red Cross. This event takes place in Bienville Square from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Please visit www.alredcross.org/gumbocookoff for more information. Baldwin County Home Builders Spring Tour of Homes For a list of homes on the tour visit www. springbchba.com or bchba.com. Spanish Fort Spring Showcase Car and Truck Show See April 19 for more information. Discovery Day at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab “Discovery Day” is a family friendly open house which provides the public an opportunity to explore research projects through hands on exhibits, interaction with marine scientists, and by offering free child’s and discounted adult admission to the Estuarium, the Sea Lab’s public aquarium. Location: Dauphin Island Sea Lab. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information, please contact: Lori Angelo-251-861-2141 or langelo@disl.org. 11th Annual St. Francis Episcopal Church Arts & Crafts Festival at Dauphin Island Over 60 artists and crafters will exhibit and sell their work at the 11th Annual St. Francis Episcopal Church Arts and Crafts Festival. The Episcopal Church Women will have their famous GUMBO (frozen) for sale, along with Wimberly Hory’s Famous Chicken Salad. Come to the Island and find a treasure under the majestic oaks at St. Francis! 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Color Me Rad 5K Color Me Rad is coming to a town near you with a tsunami of color that’ll make colored tears of joy run down your cheeks and will renew your will to live. You’ll start off with a shirt as pure and white as your grandpa’s dentures and you’ll soak up enough color while running to change your skin tone forever. You’ll wind up looking like a pack of skittles – just make sure not to “taste the rainbow.” So cast your DYE and get red in the face from Color Me Rad, and not from the embarrassment of passing up on the run of a lifetime. Please visit http://www.colormerad.com for more information.
Sunday, April 21
5 Rivers Sunday Matinee Come out and join us every Sunday for a free, family friendly film. The films play throughout the day. This week’s film takes a closer look at honeybees in Bees: Tales from the Hive. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort. www. Alabama5Rivers.com. City of Daphne “Jubilee City” Sunday Sunset Concert Series The Baldwin Pops will perform at Bayfront Park in Daphne from 5 – 7 p.m. Admission is free.
Thursday, April 25
Celebrate the Shore! 6 – 8 p.m. Eastern Shore Art Center, 401 Oak Street, Fairhope. The Young Professionals of the Eastern Shore bring to you a “Celebration of the Shore”. A wine tasting, beer sipping and appetizing night to remember! “Building Bridges for Youth Development and the Future”. Proceeds benefit the Eastern Shore Foundation STEP Program as well as the Eastern Shore Art Center’s Outreach Program.
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Tickets are $15 for single admission and $25 for couples. For more information call 928-6387. Clean Coast Expo 1 – 6 p.m. Erie Meyer Civic Center. Visit exhibitors who are sustainable or “green” by adherence to practices that promote and sustain the long-term health of the environment, the population and to economic well being. Open to the public and admission is Free. For more information contact 968-7200.
Friday, April 26
Hoot Scoot – Run with the Owl 5K and 1 mile Fun Run The Fairhope Public Library Foundation (FHPLF) will hold its 4th annual Hoot Scoot at 6:30 p.m. Owls will take to the night on your Glow in the Dark race t-shirts as runners race through the beautiful downtown and bluff areas of Fairhope. By popular request, this year’s race will offer a new division with awards given to the fastest 3 males and 3 females in the 5K. In the prediction division, awards will also be given to the top 5 male and top 5 females who come closest to their predicted time, and all those registered in the one-mile fun/walk will receive participation prizes. The race concludes with a party under the stars on the Library lawn that offers food, beverages, live music and dancing with the Owl mascot. All proceeds benefit the Fairhope Public Library. For more information on entry fees, registration guidelines, or volunteer opportunities, please contact the library or visit the FHPLF area of the library website www.fairhopelibrary.org. Spring Music and Art Festival 5 - 9 p.m. on the campus of the Organic School, Pecan Avenue, Fairhope. Bring your lawn chair and beverages and enjoy the music of Grayson Capps. Staff and students at the Marietta Johnson School will be displaying their artworks for sale and food will be available for purchase. Advance tickets are $20, $25 day of show. For more information call 251-928-9347. Beauty and the Beast Performance by CAPAC – Creative and Performing Arts Club, a part of the Baldwin County 4-H. Admission is free, donations accepted. For tickets and information call 599-0716 or email capacmembers@aol.com. 10 a.m. matinee and 7 p.m. The John F. Rhodes Civic Center Auditorium, 301 D’Olive Street, Bay Minette.
Saturday, April 27
5th Annual Delta Woods and Waters Expo Come out and enjoy the 2nd largest river delta, which is found in our very own backyard! The Delta Woods and Waters Expo give children and adults alike the chance to explore all the ways one can use the Mobile-Tensaw Delta.. Hands on demonstrations such as fly tying, turkey calling, live raptor shows, and more will be occurring throughout the day. The event is free from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and everyone is welcome to join us. For more information on the presentations, visit us online at www. deltawoodsandwatersexpo.com. Cinderella Bay Shore Ballet Theatre and students of the Academy will present the beloved classic fairytale, Cinderella at the Fairhope Civic Center at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. This professionally staged ballet will include all the familiar characters; the ugly stepsisters, the Fairy Godmother and the handsome Prince, and will delight audiences of all ages. Ticket prices range from $5 to $15, and can be purchased at the door, or by calling Trim Bollinger at 251-583-3875.
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2013 Mobile Crawfish Festival Get ready for a Louisiana Cajun Party right here in Mobile. Fresh, Huge Bayou Crawfish cooked live at the festival served with Cajun favorites like Corn,& Potatoes. 2013 Festival Hours are Saturday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. 1621 Virginia St. $5 admission. For more information, please visit http://mobilecrawfishfestival.com. Alabama Gulf Coast Farmers Market 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Gulf State Park Pavilion, 20115 State Highway 135, Gulf Shores. For more information call Jon Kittrell at 990-9088 or 5547548 or Jody Young at 943-4678.
Sunday, April 28
5 Rivers Sunday Matinee Come out and join us every Sunday for a free, family friendly film. The films play throughout the
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day. This week we examine the carnivorous side of birds in Life of Birds: Meat Eaters. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, 30945 5 Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort. www. Alabama5Rivers.com.
organizations that support children. $25 - at the door, from a Kiwanis member or by calling 6212996. May 9. Fairhope Rotary’s Annual International Steak Championship Cook-Off All-inclusive, all-you-can-eat, rib eye steak, baked potato, tossed salad, wine, beer, and soft drinks, as well as live entertainment by the Tip Tops included with admission price of $50. For professional offices and others, discounted packages of 5 tickets (buy 4 get one FREE) are available for $200. There will also be a 50/50 drawing (up to $3,600 value) with tickets priced at $20 each or a package of six for $100. Best of all, it all goes to charity! The steaks will amaze you. Under the skilled grill masters, these magnificent steaks are carved from the center of Prime Rib Roast. Rib eyes have just the right amount of marbling to yield a juicy, flavorful steak that’s second to none. But wait: there’s more! You get salad, baked potato, and fixin’s, PLUS beer, wine, or soft drinks—all included in the ticket price. And the party just begins with the food: you enjoy great music, dancing in the streets, and more fun than is legal north of the Mason-Dixon line! Admission tickets may be purchased from any club member, online or at locations listed on our website. Visit www. fairhopesteak.org for more information. May 9. Free Skin Cancer Screenings Offered by Area Dermatologist Free skin cancer screenings, sponsored by the American Academy of Dermatology and Haley Dermatology, will be held from 4-6 pm at Haley Dermatology, 202 Rock Creek Pkwy, Fairhope, AL. May 11. Art in the Park. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Annual Art in the Park, the major event of the Performing Arts Association (PAA) of Foley is held each Mother’s Day weekend at Foley Heritage Park. For more information visit www.foleyartcenter.com/art_in_the_park. May 12. Mother’s Day Evening Garden Concert Bellingrath Gardens and Home. Bellingrath Gardens and Home is happy to welcome The Mobile Symphony Youth Orchestra and their conductor, Rob Seebacher for the Annual Mother’s Day Concert Orchestra. Enjoy the Gardens and Home throughout the afternoon and then gather at 5:30p.m. for the late afternoon concert. Bring your own picnic. Guests may reserve a table for 4 or for 6 to enjoy your supper and the music. This is the perfect way to conclude your Mother’s special day. Deadline to reserve tables is May 3, 2013. Discounted Admission Beginning at 4: Adults $6, Children 5 -12 $3 and Children 4 and under are free. For more information or to make your table or dinner reservation call 251.973.2217 or visit www. bellingrath.org.
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May 2. 2013 Taste of the Towns Tastes from over 30 restaurants/eateries/caterers, free beverages, live music, door prizes and a Silent auction. From 6 – 8 p.m. at the 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center on the Causeway in Spanish Fort. This Daphne-Spanish Fort Kiwanis annual fundraiser benefits Area youth including three High School Key Clubs - Daphne, Spanish Fort and Bayside; both the Daphne and Spanish Fort educational enrichment foundations: and other
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MPAA Rating: PG Overall: AViolence: BSexual Content: ALanguage: A Alcohol / Drug Use: A The MPAA has rated The Croods PG for some scary action. Every dad likely feels like a troglodyte in the eyes of his children at one point or another, but Grug (voice by Nicholas Cage) really is a cave man. And as the father of the sole surviving family in their community he’s determined to protect his wife (voice by Catherine Keener) and offspring, even if it means spending most of their time in a dark, cold cave. His daughter Eep (voice by Emma Stone), however, yearns for sunshine and adventure. In the eyes of her parent, her curiosity is her biggest weakness in their hostile environment. But while Grug is prepared to protect his daughter from wild beasts and falling rocks, he hasn’t made provisions for Guy (voice by Ryan Reynolds). The handsome young Neanderthal (aptly named to represent every boy who steals a daughter’s heart from her father) shows up with a new invention called fire and a warning that the world is about to end. True to Guy’s prediction, the family’s world, at least as they know it, ends when their cave is destroyed and they are forced to set out on a family road trip to find a new dwelling. Like the redheaded heroine in Brave, Eep strains against parentimposed limits and rules. But she never puts her family at risk in quite the same way. The journey to find a new way of life becomes a family adventure for the Croods with each individual growing and contributing. Even Eep’s little brother Thunk (voice by Clark Duke), her baby sister Sandy (voice by Randy Thom) and her grandmother (voice by Cloris Leachman) evolve by the end of this story. Their adventures, replete with great humor for both children and adults, give viewers plenty to laugh about. However the youngest of audience members may be frightened by the occasional peril from lightening, flesheating flowers and hungry animals that these cave dwellers are exposed to. Rocks, sticks and fists also become weapons in the hands of the Croods and although most attacks are aimed at beasts, the occasional punch is thrown between family members. Despite the limited thoughts the characters supposedly have, they are never short on heart. And while the Croods may be simple in terms of modern lifestyles, they are a pretty sophisticated group when it comes to appreciating the value of family.
MPAA Rating: PG-13 Overall: C Violence: BSexual Content: C Language: D+ Alcohol / Drug Use: B+ The MPAA has rated Admission PG-13 for language and some sexual content. Getting into Princeton University apparently depends on a good advocate in the Admission Office as much as a great academic record -- although a spot on a sailing team doesn’t hurt. Unfortunately Jeremiah Balakian (Nat Wolff), an unconventional student from an alternative high school located in the backwoods, has terrible grades, a blotched school record and, for all we know, an aversion to water. Still his teacher, John Pressman (Paul Rudd), thinks this voracious reader and self-taught scientist might just flourish in Princeton’s academic environment if he can only get in. To help with the process, John makes a special call to the prestigious university and invites one of their employees to visit for a first hand look at his Quest program, that includes constructing water purification systems and playing midwife to a cow. Portia Nathan (Tina Fey) gets the assignment. For Portia, life is neat, tidy and nice. Her job serves her well. She peruses applications all day without ever having to interact with actual students. But things start to unravel when she steps into the dusty barn that houses the Quest classrooms. Amazingly John finds Portia attractive, although it’s difficult to see why, other than her obvious influence in the admission’s process. She meanwhile seems content to slap a big red DENY stamp on anything that pushes her outside her comfort zone and real life does just that. To be truthful, it’s hard to feel empathy for anyone in this story. And even the occasional laughs don’t make up for these namby-pamby characters that whine their way through the film. However ethical issues (along with a sexual expletive and other profanities) may be the film’s biggest problem after Portia blatantly breaks school protocol in favor of a student she suspects may be the baby she gave up for adoption when she herself was in college. While these university officials make fun of hovering parents and their extreme efforts to get their children into Princeton, it’s hard to believe those endeavors aren’t necessary after seeing the shenanigans that happen behind the closed doors of this Admission office.
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Violence: A woman fires a gun at a man. Adults argue briefly. A woman runs into a parked car. Brief moments of peril occur. Sexual Content: Characters breakup after living together for 10 years when the man gets another woman pregnant. Couples kiss and hug. A couple is shown in separate stalls in a large showering complex. Two different unmarried couples sleep together. One couple is shown in bed together. A woman makes a comment about “getting lucky”. A woman wears a low cut shirt. Language: The script contains a strong sexual expletive, mild sexual comments, frequent profanities, vulgar comments and scatological slang along with terms of Deity. Alcohol / Drug Use: Characters drink with dinner and at social gatherings. References to drugs and tobacco are included. Other: Characters engage in unethical behavior that includes changing school records, failing to reveal conflicting interests and dishonesty. Characters help deliver a cow’s calf.
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Violence: A character’s clothes start on fire. Flames sweep across the landscape burning everything. An earthquake causes rocks to fall and threaten the lives of several characters. A character pulls out a knife as protection from a threatening human. Characters are chased by a wild bird after attempting to steal her egg. A character is hit by lightening twice. A character rolls off the edge of a cliff. Characters burn themselves and are cut by sharp rocks. Characters experience infrequent slapstick style violence and mild peril. One character chokes another. Sexual Content: A female character wears a slightly scanty outfit. Dad’s underwear is exposed after an altercation with a wild animal. Language: None noted. Alcohol / Drug Use: None noted. Eastern Shore Parents I April 2013
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