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 3 Number 1
Features 34 Five Encouraging Things to Say to Your Kids Learn what phrases of encouragement will make a lasting difference in your child’s life.
38 Camp Provides More Than Fun For Kids
Summer camp not only offers a good time for your child and a break for you, it teaches kids life skills, boosts self confidence and much more!
40 2013 Summer Camp Guide
From week and month long residential camps to day camps covering a variety of interests, our listing has the details you need for planning your child’s summer.
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54 Help Your Teenager Land a Summer Job Spring is the perfect time for your teen to secure a summer job. Find steps for helping them start a business of their own or find a job in the community.
2 From Mom of the Month 4 Living With Children John Rosemond, Ph.D.
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Kids Health
On The Cover
Mike Little, D.O.
Departments 6 Bits and Pieces
32 Get This!
12 School Bits
Paige Gardner Smith
36 The FlyLady
56 Family Calendar
53 Dave Says
64 Parent Previews
Marla Cilley
Dave Ramsey
63 A Page in a Book Paige Gardner Smith
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Paul Scott (13), son of Dr. and Mrs. Paul Scott, Sr. and brother to Caroline, 15, Anne Katherine, 10, and Ella Frances, 7. Proud grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Earston Skipper, Jr. of Mobile and Mrs. Laverne Scott of Lucedale, MS. Paul is dressed out for a Mobile Mavericks lacrosse game, part of the Gulf Coast Lacrosse Conference. For more information, please email mobileyouthlax@yahoo. com or visit www.loweralabamalacrosse.org.
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From Mobile Bay’s Mom of the Month... As a busy mom of four children, I must admit that I love summer vacation almost as much as my kids. I love the extra freedom in our schedule, as well as our coastal hometown where we can spend that time. To my girls, however, summer means one thing: summer camp! My oldest daughter, age 15, will be going back to her favorite overnight camp for her sixth and final year as a camper. She is a true testament to what Jan Udlock writes about in her feature, Camp Provides More Than Fun for Kids. My oldest has made camp friends from all over the Southeast with whom she regularly contacts (Facebook and Twitter make this much easier than it used to be!), and some have even come to stay with us. I understand how difficult it can be to let your “baby” go to camp for a week or two for the first time; it seems like just yesterday you were changing their diapers, right? However, when Jan writes about camp providing challenges that we parents may deem to difficult or complex, she is dead on. Seriously, when’s the last time you rigged your child in a harness and let her walk a tightrope 15 or so feet off the ground? As parents, we have to stay focused on the goal of good parenting: guiding children to become independent, responsible, respectful, and successful adults. What better way to do that than in a place away from home that provides the opportunity to “practice” these qualities, while being protected and safe, all while having the time of their life? Camp also teaches and develops leadership, especially in the teen years, thereby giving another boost of self-confidence, which is always welcome. When I first began researching “big” camps (overnight camp for a week or more) for my children, I had a few criteria for my choice. First, I felt strongly that a co-ed camp wasn’t for us. I think girls, especially, have the rest of their lives to worry about dating, hair, clothes, etc., so why not give them the gift of a week (or two) of not having to deal with boys? Next, I wanted a camp “off the beaten path.” What I mean is I didn’t want their camp experience to simply be their same circle of friends, just moved to a different location. I figure if you’re putting so much effort (not to mention money!) into giving them this amazing experience, it should include learning to make new friends. Finally, I looked for a faith-based camp. Being away from your family and church while seeing other adults and kids who share your faith, and aren’t afraid to share it with you, is a great reinforcement of what we are trying to teach our children. All in all, in this crazy “hurry up” life we live, what better gift to give your child than two weeks of unplugged “slow down,” especially when it comes with a side of personal growth? Whether you are looking for an overnight camp away from home, sports camp down the street or day camp a block away, this issue of Mobile Bay Parents is FULL of great camps. You are sure to find the perfect fit for your family in the Summer Camp Guide located on page 40. Also, don’t forget to check out the Family Calendar. With this beautiful spring weather there are several great family activities this month to take advantage of…so get outside and have fun!
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Living With Children
By John Rosemond
Manipulative Child Needs to Learn Gratitude Q: My 12-year-old
grandson has become obsessed with things he wants, including a cell phone (the most expensive, mind you), an iPad, and expensive designer jeans. He begs, throws tantrums, pouts, refuses to speak to his parents, and the like. When told not to say another word, he leaves them notes, draws pictures, or comes to us or the other grandparents. These obsessions and his very manipulative behavior are a mystery because he’s never been given an excess of material things. My daughter and her husband have addressed this with common-sense talk about greed, excess, obsessions, and self-control. What should we do to solve this problem?
A: First, I feel obsessively compelled
to point out that talking to a 12-year-old about greed, excess, obsessions, and selfcontrol is not an example of “commonsense talk.” These are not concepts that the average 12-year-old understands. An example of “common-sense talk” would be as follows: “We are not going to buy that for you, ever, no matter what you say or do. When you are older and are earning your own money, you can buy it for yourself.” You would probably tell me that his parents have told him words to that effect and he continues to obsess and pester and pout and throw tantrums. Pardon me for speculating, but I have to believe that his parents have been less than unequivocal. My guess is they’ve occasionally (perhaps rarely) told him “No” in no uncertain terms, but then at other times they go on and on about greed, excess,
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and so on, trying to persuade him to accept their decision. If that’s the case, then allow me to point out that your grandson (like all children) perceives persuasion as a weakness. He can simply refuse to be persuaded and even though he doesn’t get what he wants, he’s “won” that round. Even though obsessive thinking is often indicative of a psychological problem, I think you’re describing a power struggle. Your grandson’s parents need to stop participating. They need to make themselves perfectly clear, and accomplishing that is going to require some “drastic” measures on their part. Drastic Measures: When he’s at school, his parents remove anything and everything from his room that isn’t completely necessary, including favorite but unnecessary clothing. When he comes home from school, they sit down with him and inform him that he’s going to live that way until his inappropriate requests, tantrums, pouting, and the like have completely stopped for a continuous period of two weeks and that until that happens, he is also going to bed at 7:00. This “conversation” should last no more than two minutes, during which they should stick to the following facts: (1) Your requests are inappropriate (I recommend that they present him with a list of those requests). (2) We’re not going to buy you those things. (3) Because you obviously don’t appreciate the things you already have, you are going to live without them until your inappropriate requests have stopped. If, during the next two weeks, a request occurs, or displays any of the manipulative, self-dramatic behaviors you listed, the two weeks begins anew. He should have his stuff back within six weeks. Those six weeks will be some of the most memorable weeks of his life. That is, after all, the point.
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The University of Mobile Center for Performing Arts will present “Spring Spectacular” on Sunday, April 28 at 7 p.m. at the Saraland Center for Performing Arts at Saraland High School. The event is the final major performance of the academic year for the university’s Center for Performing Arts and School of Worship Leadership. The concert showcases the breadth of the university’s School of Music, with styles ranging from jazz to contemporary Christian, classical to Celtic. Tickets are $5 for general admission and $10 for Gold Circle, which includes preferred seating with a reception. Contact the CPA office at 251-442-2420 to order advance tickets. Tickets will be available at the door.
Discovery Day Offers Free Children’s Admission to Estuarium
Discovery Day at the Dauhpin Island Sea Lab will be held Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. This family event includes a huge variety of environmentallythemed 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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Serve it up with Love Junior Tennis Championship
The 2013 Al Fuchs Memorial Greater Mobile Junior Championship will be held Saturday, April 13 at the Copeland Cox Tennis Center. This is the fifth anniversary of this junior tournament which is open to girls and boys in age brackets 8-10-12-14-16-18. Quick Start will be used for 8 year olds and under to help them learn the game. This all day event will be U.S.T.A. sanctioned. Breakfast will be furnished by Fresh Market and lunch will be provided by Wintzell’s Oyster House. Wintzell’s will also be on site to prepare lunch that will be available for purchase to family members and friends of tennis players. If you would like to help with the tournament or become a sponsor please contact Elaine Henderson ehendersonnderson@cacmobile.org and check our web site www.serveitupwithlove.com, hosted compliments of Dogwood Productions and check us on Face Book.
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. Mobile Bay Parents I April 2013
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Dauphin Island to Host Gumbo Festival and Cook-off
The Dauphin Island Chamber of Commerce will host the Dauphin Island Gumbo Festival and Cookoff March 22, 23 & 24. Festivities begin Friday evening at 5 p.m. with cooking demonstrations and live acoustic music at five locations around the Island. Local “Celebrity” Chefs and Gumbo aficionados will demonstrate gumbo making techniques and provide samples to visitors, free of charge. Friday locations include Bay Bank, Anchor Real Estate, The Sandbox Gift Shop/ Blu Revival Surf Shop, Mack & DD’s Gift Emporium and A.C.P. Real Estate. Friday evening will also kick off the “Dauphin Island Gulf Seafood Tasting Tour” of local restaurants. Participants will tour the various participating eateries on the island between Friday and Sunday to receive a free sample of the establishment’s best fresh Gulf Seafood dish. The Dauphin Island Gulf Seafood Tasting Tour is a free event with limited quantities. The 4rd Annual Dauphin Island Gumbo cook-off will be held Saturday, March 23 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Live music, as well as the Bay Bank Children’s Activities Area will be held from 11 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Gumbo cook off/ concert tickets are $12 in advance and $15 the day of the event. Tickets are available at Island locations, all Bay Bank locations, in Mobile at the OK Bicycle Shop (661 Dauphin Street) and at dauphinislandgumbofestival.com. Beginning at 10 a.m. on Sunday, March 24, the Gumbo Festival West End Beach Party and Shrimp Boil, will feature food, live music and karaoke, activities and amusement for people of all ages. Activities include horseshoes, volleyball, hula-hoop and sandcastle building contests. Cash prizes are available for winners in each contest, and the karaoke contest will accept walk-up contestants in both the children’s (less than 16) and adults’ (16 +) categories all day long. Admission to the West End Beach Party and Shrimp Boil is free. For a complete list of activities, visit www.DauphinIslandGumboFestival.com, or contact The Dauphin Island Chamber of Commerce at (251) 861-5524.
An Evening In History Looks at Barton Academy
Historic Mobile Preservation Society will present our March edition of An Evening In History on Thursday evening, March 21, at the Oakleigh Historic Home, 350 Oakleigh Place. Our guest speaker will be Jaime Betbeze of the Barton Academy Foundation. Betbeze will share information on the future of Barton Academy. Refreshments are served at 5:45 p.m. and the presentation begins promptly at 6:00 p.m. Admission is free to all HMPS members and $10 for guests. Reservations are requested by calling 432-6161 or emailing us at hmps@bellsouth.net.
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Pediatric patients at USA Children's & Women's Hospital got a special treat February 20 when Firefly Fisher of the Harlem Globetrotters paid a surprise visit prior to their game at USA's Mitchell Center. The visit was organized through the Mapp Child and Family Life Program at Children's & Women's, which provides "distraction therapy" to help the healing process. Learning a Globetrotter trick is Fairhope's Michael Daves.
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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.
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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.
St. Paul Players to Present “Aladdin, Jr.”
The wonderfully talented St. Paul’s Players present this year’s Spring Show, Aladdin, Jr!, Disney’s classic hit is musical fun for the entire family. This bright, fast-paced, fun-filled show will be presented, under the direction of Jody Powell, in the Monte L. Moorer Theater at St. Paul’s Episcopal School on April 18-20. Show times are at 7:00 p.m. April 18-20 with a matinee at 2:00 p.m. on April 20. Tickets are $10 and go on sale March 18. For more information, please call the school at 251-3426700 or email Catherine Inge - cminge@stpaulsmobile.net. Photo: Narrator: Kennedy Studdard, Iago: Rolf Konrad, Jafar: William Konrad, Razoul: Josh Casher. Mobile Bay Parents I April 2013
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Running for St. Jude 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Bellingrath Gardens and Home will host Running for St. Jude 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run outside Bellingrath on Sunday, April 14, to benefit St. Jude's Children's Hospital. All of the proceeds will help support the more than 70 children receiving treatment for serious illness at St. Jude's Hospital. Immediately following the race there will be light refreshments for all participants and the Gardens will open for visitors to tour. Runners will be admitted for free and discount coupons will be available for their families. Race Entry Fees: Pre-register: 5K - $15 and Fun Run - $10 / Day of the Race: 5K - $20 and Fun Run - $15. More info at http://mobilestjuderun.org/5k-run/ . Registration form available at http://www.bellingrath.org/images/stories/rsj2013form.pdf.
Making Art Happen Once Again in 2013
Arts Alive! Downtown Mobile, scheduled for April 11-14th, will once again take center stage as the region’s only “performing arts” festival. The hallmark of Arts Alive! since inception has been its multi-dimensional arts platform. Each festival showcases a wide selection of art genres – theater, film, pottery, painting, music, dance – all featuring local and regional talent. Returning for its sophomore year – SouthSounds Music Fest – celebrating the best of new Southern music. The Mobile Pops close out Saturday’s program with a Concert in the Square. Arts Alive! concludes on Sunday on a more relaxing note – with our traditional ‘family arts picnic‘ accompanied by music from some of our favorite musicians from past Arts Alive! festivals. Arts Alive! takes place in the Downtown Art District in downtown Mobile. Festival hours are Friday, 5-9 p.m.; Saturday 11-8 p.m. and Sunday Noon-5 p.m. Admission is free for the entire festival. More information can be found on the website at www.artsalivemobile.com.
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Feast on thousands of pounds of crawfish and enjoy some of the areas greatest bluegrass bands well into the night, on Saturday, April 20th! Adult tickets are $25 per adult in advance and $30 at the door. Children 12 and under are free. Event to take place on the St. Mary Catholic School campus located at 107 N. Lafayette Street, 4 – 9 p.m., Rain or Shine. Tickets may be purchased at http:// www.brownpapertickets.com/event/348854.
2013 Sidewalk-a-thon
The second annual Village of Spring Hill Sidewalk-a-thon is scheduled for Friday, April 26. It is a one-mile walk planned by children to benefit the entire community. The children of our community hit the streets and collect sponsorship donations, with proceeds to be applied toward the construction of new sidewalks along the North side of Old Shell Road in Spring Hill. This year, the children have set an ambitious goal of $30,000. 3 - 4 p.m. Start Line Party, Moorer Branch Public Library; 4 p.m. Sidewalk-a-thon begins, proceeds down Old Shell Road; 4 - 6 p.m. Finish Line Party, Lavretta Park; 6 - 8 p.m. Movie on the Lawn, Lavretta Park. Registration: $10 for all participants (children or adult). Register online here at www.EventBrite.com, or download a registration form from www. thevillageofspringhill.com. Registration forms can also be found in area stores, schools and churches, as well as the Moorer Branch Library. The registration fee includes an event T-shirt and entrance into the Start Line and Finish Line Parties, which include DJ, food, drinks, entertainment from Azalea City School for the Arts, and a Movie on the Park. Chalk-A-Thon: $10 for all toddlers. Younger children not participating in the walk can also enjoy the festivities and do their part to help by competing in a Chalk-a-thon at Lavretta Park. Registration and sponsor donations are handled the same way as for the Sidewalk-a-thon. They should come directly to Lavretta Park for the chalk-a-thon, which starts at 4 p.m. Prizes will be awarded. For more information, please visit http://sidewalkathon-es2004.eventbrite.com/?rank=1#
Badger Kids Urban Survival Academy
The Urban Survival Academy is a Community Service Project of the Spring Hill College Department of Public Safety. The program which will be held on Spring Hill College campus will teach children (ages 5-12) safety skills that will empower them with the ability to avoid needless accidents and instill good safety habits at an early age. The Urban Survival Academy will host week long sessions, beginning June 2013. The concept of the Urban Survival Academy is one of providing "hands-on" safety education within a child-size setting complete with buildings, paved streets and sidewalks, and traffic signs. Students receive classroom instruction. Then, students are able to practice and demonstrate their safety skills in participatory activities on the Urban Survival Academy site. Topics include: Personal safety, Bullying, Traffic safety, Fire safety, Home/Internet safety, Water/boating safety, Animal/Creepy crawly safety, Basic First Aid, and Weather/Outdoor safety. For addition program information please contact Spring Hill College Community Resource Officer Laury Rowland at lrowland@shc.edu 251-380-3096.
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Sunny Side Theater Presents “Annie”
Sunny Side Theater announces its upcoming production of Annie. Complete with all of your favorite songs, Tomorrow, Hard Knock Life, and Maybe this tale is sure to bring parents back to their childhood and open children's eyes to the wonderful world of musical theater. Following the Sunny Side Theater philosophy, all children who auditioned received parts and everyone is involved in multiple aspects of the play! Public performances are Thursday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, May 4 at 2 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 5 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 adults, $8 ages 13-19, and $5 for 12 and under. Performances take place at the Moorer Center for the Performing Arts located on the St. Luke's High School campus, 1600 University Boulevard. School shows are Thursday at 9 a.m. and Friday at 9 and 11 a.m. Call owner/director Chris Paragone at 251-510-1808 for more details or e-mail dramacamp@mindspring.com to make a reservation. www.azaleacityarts.com. Mobile Bay Parents I April 2013
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The Summer Camp Mosquito
When you’re looking at your child’s packing list for summer camp, many times it will suggest a bug repellent. We all know that mosquitoes are just waiting for your camper to show up and provide a meal for them. Let’s take a look at the real concerns about the ubiquitous mosquito, methods to treat bites, and what can be done to prevent them. While we aren’t going to discuss different types of mosquitoes, there are certain truths about what happens when we are bitten by the blood sucking variety. Did you know that not all mosquitoes are blood sucking? Those that do take a blood meal do so only after their mouth parts pierce the skin and release chemicals in their saliva that serve to ensure a successful bite. If not smacked, the mosquito takes its fill and flies off. What is left is an itchy or potentially painful bite mark that most often doesn’t amount to much more than a raised, reddened area that may irritate for a time, but ultimately resolve on its own. Some children have a much more aggressive local response to insect bites which may cause a parent to worry about extreme allergy called anaphylaxis. Local large areas of swelling are not consistent with true anaphylaxis. However, if a child develops facial swelling, tongue swelling, or shortness of breath after an insect bite, they should be seen by medical personnel at the camp. Nonspecific infections can occur any time the surface of the skin is broken. How many times have you itched your own bug bites only to have a larger red “bump” result?
These are small secondary infections caused by our own body’s surface bacteria getting into the bite mark. The high majority of these will resolve on their own with good washing and maybe a little topical antibiotic cream. Rarely will they require any oral medications. There are some specific mosquito born infections that we have unfortunately seen more of in the Southeastern U.S. These include West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine virus (EEV). Both viruses are found in birds which act as reservoirs for the infection. Mosquitoes bite infected birds and then transmit the viral infection to humans while taking a blood meal. WNV has been diagnosed in the U.S annually since 1999 and the number of cases has only increased over the past 10 years. In 2012, the number of confirmed cases in the state of Alabama was 51. WNV can cause mild to severe symptoms. At its mildest and most common presentation, it can cause headache or flu-like symptoms. At its most severe, it can cause a meningitis-like syndrome and can be fatal. EEV is very rare in the U.S.; only 5-10 cases are reported annually. As the name suggests, the virus can also cause infection in horses. These very rare cases are found along the Atlantic seaboard and the Gulf Coast and can cause similar symptoms to WNV. So what can we do to prevent mosquito bites? Most commonly your best options are to avoid the hours of the day when mosquito activity is highest--dawn and dusk. Avoiding areas where mosquitoes are most prevalent
is also helpful. This would include ponds, bayous, and other areas of stagnant water. Certainly applying insect repellant to exposed skin or even to the outside of clothing can be extremely helpful. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests repellants that contain DEET with no more than a 30% concentration. It is also suggested to not use repellant and sunscreen mixtures as the sunscreen should be reapplied; this may cause you to expose your child to an excessive and harmful amount of DEET. Another repellant option contains picaridin. It has a more pleasant smell and is less oily on the skin. They also recommend not applying any repellants to children under the age of 2 months. At the end of the day, make sure to wash the areas of skin treated with repellant. Remember, the very high majority of mosquito bites are nuisances. I hope your kids have a great time at camp. Mike Little, D.O. is Board Certified with the American Board of Pediatrics since 2005. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics since 2005. Mike is married to Dixie, his high school sweetheart, and has two children, Carolyn (12) and Nathan (8). Dr. Little practices medicine at the Airport Boulevard office of Children’s Medical Group.
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McGill-Toolen Announces Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Read Across America at Fonde Elementary
Pictured are Principal Michelle Haas, Co-valedictorians Morgan Davis and Kevin Kusch, Salutatorian Carmen Carlos and President Fr. Bry Shields.
On Friday, March 2, Fonde Elementary School celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday by participating in Read Across America. Students and teachers dressed as their favorite Dr. Seuss character and ate green eggs and ham for breakfast! Every classroom had a guest to visit and read a Dr. Seuss story. A special thank you to our guests – Mr. Donald Stringfellow, Mrs. Karen Mohr, Dr. Carolyn Taylor, Mr. Bryan Hack, Mr. Larry Mouton, Ms. Marilyn Howell, and Mrs. Martha Peek. Pictured: Mrs. Kara Howard’s kindergarten class. Mrs. Kara Howard, Superintendent Martha Peek, Ms. Katryna Lowery-Ellis.
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Saraland Elementary School Math & Literacy Night
Saraland Elementary School held its annual Math and Literacy night on February 19. The theme was “The Beginning of the Modern Age, the 20th Century”. Each grade level was assigned a certain time period to represent. This event is held each year to provide parents an opportunity to learn about some reading and math activities they can do at home with his/her child. Pictured are Ryan Williams and father Ryan Williams.
Alba Middle Places in State Championship
Washington Middle Greets Members of the Coast Guard
The Coast Guard visited the students at Washington Middle School. Students and Faculty got a chance to see the helicopter land, right on the school campus. The students toured the helicopter and Coast Guard Boat and took the opportunity to ask the Coast Guard questions. Students as well as faculty and staff enjoyed the ride!
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Congratulations to the Alba Middle School Scholars Bowl team! They competed at the ASCA Alabama State Championship on Saturday February 23. They were among 32 teams invited to attend the tournament. The team won 4 out of 7 matches, defeating Clanton by a score of 315-155; Cullman 410-210; Donoho 250-150; and Monrovia 360-230. These wins placed Alba, the only school from the Mobile County Public School System, in the top 16 of the tournament. Joshua Williams was named to the 1st Team All Tournament Team. Joshua scored a total of 520 points, placing him 6th out of approximately 192 students participating in the Tournament. Team members are Joshua Williams, Amelia Nolan, Katie Clark, Kathryn Ball, Jerrica Oglesby and Maria Beech. Alternates are Alissa Ikner and Michael Hernandez. The team is coached by Ms. Gray and Mrs. M. Brown.
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Mobile Gas Wax Museum Winners
On Thursday, February 21, fourth and fifth grade students at Fonde Elementary participated in an interactive wax museum. Students, teachers, and parents worked hard to research an historical figure, create a concept board and costume, and learn a speech highlighting important and interesting facts. Fonde students and parents were given an opportunity to tour the living wax museum while the fourth and fifth graders put their talent and hard work on display. Thank you, Mobile Gas, for judging our contest and providing prizes for our winners! Pictured left to right and front to back: 1st row: Timothy Payton – 5th grade, 2nd place; 2nd row: Amar Edwards – 5th grade, 1st place; Nasra Jallad – 4th grade, 2nd place; Roosevelt White – 4th grade, 3rd place; 3rd row: Danajia Mighty – 4th grade, Best in Show; Allayah Edwards – 4th grade, 1st place; Diamond Clopton – 5th grade, Best in Show; Valentina Hermida-Flores – 5th grade, 3rd place.
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Causey Middle School Students Participate in Disney World Parade
Savannah Hall and Marley Hall (pictured left to right) represented Causey Middle School at the Thanksgiving Day Parade held at Disney World in Orlando. They were selected as UCA All-American Cheerleaders during their summer camp and had the opportunity to participate in this exciting event! They are cheerleaders in the eighth grade at Causey Middle School. Visit www.MobileBayParents.com
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St. Mary Catholic School to Hold Casino Night
Saturday, May 4, St. Mary Catholic School Casino Night presents, “Caesar’s Palace!” 6 p.m. until... This annual fund-raising event features live and silent auctions, games with local celebrity hosts, door prizes and great food and entertainment! General admission: $25 per adult in advance & $30 at the door. Seniors, $25. Special Dinner tickets are $100 and admit two adults. All proceeds benefit St. Mary Catholic School. Event Sponsors, volunteers & donations for auction are welcome! St. Mary Catholic School is located at 107 N. Lafayette Street across from McGill-Toolen Catholic High School in Mobile’s Old Dauphin Way Historic District. For more information or advance tickets to these events, contact the St. Mary Catholic School office at 433-9904 or the Development Office at 432-8678, ext. 3. and for all events...log on to www.
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St. Pius X Outstanding Readers
Sr. Joan Lorraine's second grade homeroom received recognition for completing 25 book reports so far this school year. Pictured are the Principal, Lauren Alvarez, Sr. Joan Lorrain's homeroom and Sr. Joan Lorraine.
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Corpus Christi School Honors Graduate
Corpus Christi Catholic School honored our 2013 Distinguished Graduate during the school mass in January. This year’s winner is Nicole Elizabeth Lausier Cox. Nikki Cox, is a 1986 graduate of Corpus Christi School and is the current Vice President of the school’s PTO as well as being a very active volunteer at CCS. Mrs. Cox is the daughter of Pete & Sally Lausier, the wife of Jay Cox, and mother of Riley, Lucy & Lindsey. Nikki is pictured with her family during a reception held in her honor.
Covenant Christian Students Selected to Appear in Calendar
Seven 4th graders from Covenant Christian School were selected out of 1222 students from 36 schools to be on the 2013 Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Calendar. The picture was taken at the winners’ reception at 5 River Delta in Spanish Fort. From left to right: Christi Patrick, Caroline Tremblay, Lauren Field, Alaina Pearce.
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St. Paul Collects Books for USA’s Reach Out and Read Program
St. Paul’s kindergartners collected 75 books for the Reach Out and Read program at USA Children’s Medical Center. The books were presented to USA representatives Dr. Cindy Sheets and Dr. Benjamin Estrada during chapel on Dec. 7 and will be distributed to children in low income families when they come in to the clinic for checkups. The goal of the program is to encourage literacy in disadvantaged children. Both new and gently used books are accepted.
100th Day of School at St. Dominic Catholic School
St. Dominic Catholic School kindergarten students celebrated the 100th day of school. They collected 100 canned goods for Catholic Social Services, obtained 100 signatures, each child contributed 100 pennies to purchase a class gift for the school, they made books with 10 pages of our 10 favorite things ranging from board games to cereals. Students, and teachers, also dressed as if they were 100 years old. Pictured with Mrs. Amy Murphy (back left) and Mrs. Ann Chambliss (back right) are Lee Peck, Corinne Kelly, Lily Hill, Emily Smith, Brooke Tran, Justin Lami, and Parker Fields.
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Mobile Christian Student Wins County Spelling Bee
A 6th grade student at Mobile Christian School, Miriam Hashmi, recently won the Mobile County Spelling Bee sponsored by New Horizons Credit Union and the GoDaddy.com Bowl. The Spelling Bee was held on the campus of Bishop State Community College on Feb. 1. Sixty elementary and middle school students from public and private schools participated in the contest. Miriam spelled the word “Bolshevik” in a record 17th round to earn 1st Place. Miriam went on to represent Mobile County at the Alabama Spelling Bee in Birmingham on March 9.
St. Luke’s Students Participate in 5K
St. Luke school hosted the second annual Cat Tracker 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Runners from across the area participated in the run which took place on the school's track as well as through the neighborhood. Fourteen year old David Williams was the winner of the 5K with an overall time of 19 minutes and 41 seconds. St. Luke's runners Stone Smith, John Thompson, and Benno Ehrhardt, finished second, third and fourth respectively. Pictured are Benno Ehrhardt, Stone Smith and John Thompson with Wilks, the St. Luke's mascot.
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9 McGill-Toolen Athletes Receive College Scholarships
Pictured from left to right are Jaylen Square, University of Southern Mississippi - Football; Brandon Donaghue, Spring Hill College - Baseball; Harrison Louden, United States Naval Academy - Football; Will Glass, University of Texas, Swimming; Danielle Harbin, University Arkansas, volleyball; Carmen Carlos, Vanderbilt University - Cross Country; Jason Smith, Auburn University, Football; Carl Lee, Arkansas State - Football; Philbert Marshall, University of North Alabama - Football. The scholarships these students are accepting total over $1.5 million!
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Knollwood Christian School Homecoming Court
Knollwood Christian School crowns 8th grader, Lydia Paige Moffett, as homecoming queen for 2012- 2013. The homecoming queen was accompanied by her court: 6th grader Allie Cancel, 8th grader Abbie Baxter, and 7th grader Bailey Sheffield. These ladies were recognized during half time of the homecoming basketball game.
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Alma Bryant High School Earns 1st Place in Alabama Science Bowl
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Science Bowl is a nationwide academic competition that tests students’ knowledge in all areas of science and mathematics. Middle and high school student teams are comprised of five students and a teacher who serves as an advisor and coach. Teams are quizzed in a fast-paced question-and-answer format. There are 70 high school regional competitions held in January – March throughout the U.S. including Alaska, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. About 9,000+ high school students participate in the 120 regional competitions. The regional competitions host 15-65 teams and are sponsored by federal agencies, national laboratories, institutions of education, and non-profit organizations. The National Science Bowl is sponsored and managed by the DOE’s Office of Science. Winners of the regional competitions are awarded an all-expenses paid trip to the National Finals in Washington, D.C., scheduled for April 25-29, 2013. Alma Bryant High School will be representing the state of Alabama in the National competition. The finalists in this year’s competition were: 1st Place, Alma Bryant High School, (Irvington); 2nd Place, Auburn High School, (Auburn); 3rd Place, Randolph High School, (Huntsville); 4th Place, LAMP High School, (Montgomery). Alma Bryant High School Science Team, pictured from left to right, are: Lindsay Hutcherson, Lynn Stewart (coach), Phillip Patrick, Sophia Ngo, Shelby Easterling, Austin Ray.
Pro Life Ambassadors Speak to St. Ignatius Students
Pro Life Ambassadors for the 40 Days for Life Campaign spoke to the Daughters of Mary at St. Ignatius Parish. The Ambassadors speak about their experience with the 40 Days for Life Campaign and encouraged parishioners to participate. Pictured from left to right: Hallet DeMouy, Katie Dunne, May Hutchisson and Annie Beth Immel.
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Phillips Preparatory School Science Fair Contestants
The following students were chosen from the Phillips Preparatory student body to represent our school at this year’s Mobile County Science Fair. The science fair was held on February 22 at Burns Middle School. Chemistry: Rohan Badve (Gr 8); Abbie Williams (Gr 8); Engineering: Zachary Harrelson (Gr 7); Rupa Palanki (Gr 8); William Sherman (Gr 8); Clayton Spaulding (Gr 8); Physics: John Smiley (Gr 8); Math & Computers: Trevin Brooks (Gr 8); Andrew Harris (Gr 8); Nikolas Pham (Gr 8); Zoology: Ansley Chaplin (Gr 8); Marisol Limon (Gr 7); Environmental Science: Nandita Dey (Gr 7); Summer Hinton (Gr 8); Maitland Thull (Gr 7); Botany: Bailey Harper (Gr 7); Zistine Mones (Gr 7); Earth/ Space: Victoria Purdy (Gr 6).
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McDavid Jones Celebrates 100 Days of Perfect Attendance
McDavid Jones had a Perfect Attendance Bash on Tuesday, February 19th and Thursday, February 21st. We also celebrated the 100th Day of School. We had 153 students who did not miss any school first semester. These students attended the bash. To celebrate we made cards for the Nursing Home, Armory and for the local VFW. We read the book “The Chocolate Pilot”. Students wrote notes, drew cards and pictures about the story. We also made banners for the Nursing Home and the VFW. We titled it “One Hundred Little Hands to Let You Know We Care”. Students dressed up like they are 100 years old, going to school 100 years ago or they dressed up in their military dress (camo). Pictured are Will and Emily Cassity. Will is in Ms. Lloyds Pre-K class and Emily is in Ms. Summersell's second grade class.
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UMS-Wright Scholars Headed to State Competition
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The UMS-Wright Scholars Bowl team competed last weekend at the Regional Tournament and qualified to compete in the state tournament in April. Pictured are Carrie Crook, Mollie Maples, Fran Harris, Hannah Maisel, and Mackenzie Pitcock.
President’s Day at Mobile Christian
First grade students at Mobile Christian School recently presented “A Night with Famous Americans.” The students were assigned a President or First Lady to research. The students then wrote a paper & memorized 8-12 facts about their assigned famous American. On Friday, February 15, these 1st graders took us “back in time” as they played the role of Presidents & First Ladies throughout history. Pictured are Connor Eubanks as George Washington and Ariana Sprinkle as Martha Washington.
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Baker High Students To Attend 4th National Student Summit on Oceans and Coasts in Washington, DC
From March 9 to 13, Baker High School students will be attending the 4th National Student Summit on Oceans and Coasts in Washington, DC, to share their action plan to STOP stormwater pollution with fellow students, federal agencies and congressional legislators. The purpose of the summit is to educate, inspire and engage the next generation of leaders in marine science, resource protection and ocean governance and to engage students in collaborative action to address local coastal issues. On March 10, their presentation and video will be livestreamed from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History (http://www.ocean.si.edu/ CoastalAmericaStudentSummit). The students have been working with the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL), which was designated a Coastal Ecosystem Learning Center (CELC) in 2001. The CELCs are a network of aquaria, museums and research centers across the US, Canada and Mexico who work to educate and involve the public in protecting the nations’ coastal and ocean ecosystems. Since school started in August, DISL has been working with this team of students from Baker High School in West Mobile. The group was interested in addressing pollution problems in our area. Under the guidance of their teachers, Ms. Doris Gladen, Ms. Heather Normand and Mr. David Nix, and a Sea Lab educator, Dr. Tina Miller-Way, they set out to learn more about the challenges and perhaps more importantly, investigate solutions. They interviewed numerous individuals across a wide spectrum of jobs and perspectives and have created a video that they will use in their efforts to make others aware of Mobile’s stormwater-associated pollution problems, as well as potential solutions to these problems. Their video is titled “Make a resolution to STOP stormwater pollution.” These students will also work with other teams to develop a proclamation for the US Commission on Ocean Policy summarizing the concerns of their generation and issuing a call for action. Photo: (l-r) Baker High School Student Summit Team members Jessica Pierce, Carson Smith and Jordan Terry.
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Wilmer 2nd Graders Research and Report on the States
Second grade students in Mrs. Tonia Stringer’s class and Mrs. Ashley Williamson’s class recently participated in a geography-in-a bag project. This was a fun and exciting project that allowed each student to choose a state and research that state. Students had to decorate the front of a paper bag to represent the state they chose. In addition, students filled their bag with pictures, artifacts, and other items that represented or told more about their state. Finally, students presented the state they chose to their class. As each student completed the project and presented it to the class, the class tracked their journey on a United States map. Pictured, Ashley Williamson’s 2nd grade class with projects on display! L To R back row- Makayla Fillingim, Dixie Whitney, Emma Wiggins, Jacob Higgins, Jennifer Gorrell, Conner James, Matthew Akridge; Front row L to R- Jacoby Blackston, Breanna Whatford, Ansyleigh Howard, Savanna Rankin, Haley Tolbert.
St. Dominic Alumnus Named 2013 NCEA Distinguished Graduate
The National Catholic Educational Association has named Mr. Danner Nguyen a 2013 NCEA Catholic Elementary School Distinguished Graduate. This award is presented to a Catholic Elementary school graduate who has made a contribution to the community, reflecting positively on the education received in a Catholic elementary school. Danner graduated from Saint Dominic Catholic School in 1991 and continued his education at Theodore High School and the University of South Alabama where he received a degree in Secondary Education. Mr. Nguyen joined the St. Dominic staff in 2006 and he is currently teaching Middle School Religion and Social Studies. Danner and his wife Christina have 2 children, Stone and McKenna, both who are current St. Dominic Catholic School students. Pictured with Mr. Nguyen (back right) are his daughter McKenna (front right), son Stone (front left) and wife Christina (back right).
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Lenten Service Project at St. Pius X
Saint Pius X Parish held a Lenten Service Project in support of 2B Choices for Women. Generous parishioners donated baby clothes, blankets, bottles, shampoo, soap, and many boxes of diapers. Groups in the parish such as the choir, the Riese Club, and Life Teen, supported the cause with a playpen, a car seat, and other large items. Children of Saint Pius Parish pose with some of the donated items.
Covenant Christian School Celebrates Dr. Seuss Day
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On Friday, March 1, the first and second grades at Covenant Christian School recognized Dr. Seuss' birthday with a green eggs and ham biscuit breakfast. Most students came to school dressed to look like a Dr. Seuss character. Thing 1 and Thing 2 seemed to be a favorite and blue hair abounded! The children enjoyed a dramatic reading of "Mr. Brown Can Moo---Can You?" by Kim Baker, one of the first grade teachers. The k-5 students were even visited by Dr. Seuss for a reading.
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St. Paul’s Episcopal School Alumni Hosting Spring Golf Tournament
The St. Paul’s Episcopal School Alumni Council is hosting a Spring Golf Tournament on Thursday, April 18 at Azalea City Golf Course, located at 1000 Gaillard Drive in Langan Park. This will be a great opportunity to entertain customers, clients, show appreciation for employees, or just to have a good time! Everyone from the most skilled golfer to beginner can hit the links for St. Paul’s. Registration and lunch, sponsored by Springhill Medical Center, begins at 11:30 a.m. with a Shotgun Start at 1:00 p.m. Contact the Alumni Office at 251-380- 0408 ext. 22 to pre-register or if you are interested in sponsorship opportunities. For more information, visit Alumni at www.stpaulsmobile.net.
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Wilmer Elementary Presents Black History Program
On February 25, Wilmer Elementary students presented a black history program. Ms. Janese Sanders, retired principal of Robbins Elementary School, was the emcee for the special program. Kindergarten students presented about President Barack Obama. First grade students told about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Second grade students were very familiar with Alexis Herman and shared about her accomplishments. Third grade students informed the crowed about Linda Brown. Fourth grade students shared information about Vivian Malone. Fifth grade students stole the show! These students presented information about the NAACP. As NAACP highlights were shared, a time line of events was rolled out on the stage. In addition, the 5th grade students, lead by Mrs. Cassandra Kellum, sang several musical selections. School counselor, Malinda Gray, was the chairperson of the committee that organized the program. Cassandra Kellum, special education teacher, and Cathy Schwall, 5th grade teacher, also helped organize the program. Pictured, 5th grade students present information about the NAACP. L to R- Libby Rutland, Adleigh Herrick, Abigail Crawford, Jillian Cavaseno, and Garrett Kirkland.
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St. Mary Catholic School Welcomes Harlem Globetrotter
St. Mary Catholic School welcomed Fire Fly of the Harlem Globetrotters who brought great fun and an anti-bullying message to all of the students in prek3 through eighth grade. Students heard words of wisdom, saw some cool globetrotter moves and had a chance to show their own basketball moves to their fellow students. To the famous Harlem Globetrotter tune of “Sweet Georgia Brown”, three of St. Mary’s students are pictured with Fire Fly in ABC formation, as Fire Fly spells out the ABCs of anti-bullying! Pictured with Fire Fly are: fifth grader, Jamaal Kidd; seventh grader, Scotty Russell; and third grader, Isabelle Hooks.
St. Luke's Episcopal School Honors New Quill and Scroll Members
St. Luke's recently inducted four students into its charter class of Quill and Scroll. The Induction Ceremony was attended by all of the Middle and Upper School students and featured Michael Brannon, a SLES alumnae, as guest speaker as well as faculty member Leah Dailey. The inductees were honored at a reception afterwards. The 2013 Inductees are Frances Weinacker, Morgan Williamson, Monique Hawkins and Steven Mulhern. Pictured with the inductees is Kelly Johnson, an English and Journalism instructor as well as the Quill and Scroll Sponsor.
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Covenant Christian School Students Create Painting for Veterans Home
Covenant Christian School art students worked together to create this collaborative 7 panel painting as a gift for the William F. Green Veterans Home in Bay Minette. As special guest, Executive Director Brian McFeely was present to accept the student artwork. Shown from left to right: Mr. Brian McFeely with 8th Grade Jr. High Art Honor Society students, Drew Russ, Abby Lignell and Alec Thompson.
St. Pius Alumnus ('08) Authors Book
St. Pius alumnus and AU college freshman Adrian Eves, is pictured at a Book Signing at the St. Pius X Book Fair on March 1. Adrian is the author of Adam Crescent and the Rise of the Razorwolf. Eves asserts that he learned the joy of reading and writing in middle school. He says his greatest influences were some of his teachers at St. Pius X, in particular, Mrs. Katie Boren who was fortunate to be Adrian's language arts teacher in seventh and eighth grade. Mobile Bay Parents I April 2013
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Phillips Preparatory School Team 1st at District Mathcounts Competition
Phillips Preparatory School placed first in the team round at the annual District MATHCOUNTS Competition February 9. Bayside Academy placed second, and Clark-Shaw placed third. Top Ten individuals included Phillips Preparatory high scorers: Aaron Zheng (1st), Kimberly Chieh (2nd), Alexandra Atchison (4th), Anna Woods (5th), Seth Henshon (6th), and Lilly Gulldege (8th). Kimberly Chieh from Phillips also took first place honors in the Individual Countdown Round. Front Row: Nathan Lunsford, Aaron Zheng, Kimberly Chieh, Rupa Palanki, Alexandra Atchison Back Row: Lily Gulledge, Anna Wood, Andy Lin, Matthew Buker, Nandita Dey, Seth Henshon.
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St. Ignatius PTO and Staff Host Valentine’s Lunch for Students and Families
The St. Ignatius PTO and staff hosted a Valentine’s Day luncheon for parents and families. Even the boys were getting into the Valentine’s Day spirit. Pictured: Left to right, back to front: Jacob Dayton, Braxton Bullock, Joshua Bryars, Charles Coggin, Luke Williams, Stephen Russ, Sam Satterwhite, Hamilton Palmer, Brown Teague and Thomas Johnson.
UMS-Wright Students Receive Athletic Scholarships
Nine UMS-Wright athletes signed with colleges as close as Springhill and as far away as Pennsylvania. These students included Marlin Brutkiewicz, swimming, U.S. Naval Academy; Sam Pettway, Samford, football; Lauren Condon, volleyball, Huntingdon; Carrie Crook, soccer, Penn; TJ Dixon, baseball, Samford; Dylan Goff, baseball, Spring Hill; Claire Kennedy, track and field, Auburn; Kathryn Lazarchick, track and field, Wake Forest; and Carl Madden, swimming, Alabama. Pictured are Carrie Crook, Lauren Condon, TJ Dixon.
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St. Luke's Finishes First at Regional Science Olympiad Competition
For the fourth consecutive year a St. Luke's team has finished in first place at the Regional Science Olympiad Competition at Auburn University! Forty St. Luke's fourth, fifth and sixth graders, comprising two teams, competed. Each team is made up of twenty students who volunteer to participate and attend after school study and practice sessions coached by parents and community volunteers. 28 teams from across Alabama competed in 21 events (2 students from each team compete in each event) and St. Luke's students finished in the Top 10 in all but 3 of the competitions. The St. Luke's teams finished first and fifth overall. Events include the Aerodynamics, Anatomy, Architecture, Barge Building, Can Race, Disease Detectives, Bugs, Elements, Compounds and Mixtures, Graphing, Large Number Estimation, Leaf and Tree identification, Map Reading, Mystery Boxes, Rocks, Scientists, Simple Machines, Straw Egg Drop, Tennis Ball catapult, Wildlife, and Write It/Do It. Visit www.MobileBayParents.com
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O McGill-Toolen Physics Team State Champs High School Physics Competition The members of the McGill-Toolen Physics Team took home top honors in Individual and Team competitions at the 2013 University of Alabama High School Physics Competition. The team had 5 perfects team rounds, the highest overall individual test score of the competition from Senior and Co-Captain Kevin Kusch, and two top individual physics awards for Kevin and Senior and Co-Captain Allen Davis, who both received full 4-year scholarships. The physics team consists of: Kevin Kusch, Collin Phillips, Jantzen Lee, Silvio Piccini ,
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UMS-Wright Student Named Alabama Outstanding Male Choral Student Robert Quittmeyer, a UMSWright senior, was named Alabama Vocal Association Outstanding Male Choral Student for the State of Alabama. Congratulations, Robert!
St. Luke Students Create Erupting Volcanos It's that time of year...the volcanoes are erupting at St. Luke's Episcopal School! St. Luke's fourth graders have held their annual Volcano Eruptions and displayed their hard work and creative talents. Each fourth grader makes their own "volcano" and gets a chance to help it erupt in front of the other K3 thru 5th grade students and teachers as well as parents and grandparents. This is always a fun day filled with ooh's and aah's as spectators are amazed with the colored, glittery, and sometimes smoking lava spewing forth from the fabulous designs! Pictured is Christian Jones as he smiles for the crowd while his volcano erupts with smoke and lava!
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Read Across America at Wilmer Elementary
On Friday, March 1st, Wilmer Elementary students celebrated Read Across America! Students began their day with a tribute to Dr. Seuss and then they repeated the Readers’ Oath. Throughout the day, students came to the library media center to participate in a book walk! The book walk is similar to a cake walk BUT winners receive books instead of cake! Guest readers also visited the classrooms to read to students during the day. In addition, Wilmer students participated in “Read the Most from Coast to Coast” by taking AR quizzes throughout the day. Wilmer students helped break the national record for most AR quizzes taken in one day. Finally, the Read Across America celebration ended with a parade. All students and teachers that were dressed as their favorite storybook character paraded around the school for faculty, staff, parents, and special visitors! The Three Blind Mice L to R- Kaylee Young (5th grade), Cathy Habeck (1st grade teacher) and Shelby Donovan (5th grade).
St. Mary Adds French to Language Program
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New Honor Society Inductees at St. Ignatius School
The National Junior Honor Society was inducted at St. Ignatius School. Congratulations to the new members: Photo, left, not in pictured order: Fia Rose Carlos, Clara Louise Keaton, Josie Liess, Chase Mahler, Sidney McAleer, Kate Stuardi, Patrick Wallace, John Paul Williams and Lizzie Baker.
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The National Elementary Honor Society was inducted at St. Ignatius School. Congratulations to the new members: Photo, right, not in pictured order: Claire Frazier Bolton, Mary Olivette Bookman, Alice Carey, Walker Carrington, Murphy Douglas, Ava Eways, Nina Leynes, Charles Mayhall, Carol Odom, Ann Louise Ortega, Logan Shirah, Murphy Stapleton, Sarah Wallace and Ben Wilber.
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Saraland Middle School Student Helps Raise Money for Disabled Campers
Each year, on the last Sunday in July, 100 people with disabilities depart Goodwill Easter Seals’ Gordon Smith office with their bags packed for a week of fun at Camp ASCCA (Alabama’s Special Camp for Children and Adults), a completely accessible camp on Lake Martin, near Montgomery. At Gordon Smith, campers register and board buses while volunteers such as Alex Sweet and his family help with hospitality and processing paperwork. When Alex arrived to assist with the 2012 camp sendoff, he didn’t know what to expect. He knew there would be people preparing to leave for camp, but it turned out to be more than that. “I couldn’t believe how excited and happy everyone was,” Alex said. His experience would serve as the inspiration for a good deed. Later that year, Alex was chosen as the Red Ribbon Representative for Saraland Middle School, an honor given each year to only one student per school. The chosen representative must choose a project to help make the world a better place. Camp ASCCA and those excited campers were still on Alex’s mind, so he devised a way to make sure more people could attend camp: a Dress the Turkey fundraiser. Each classroom was asked to purchase feathers to put on a Thanksgiving turkey, with the money helping send campers to Camp ASCCA. Alex’s efforts raised more than $850, enough for a full campership and more! Alex returned to Goodwill Easter Seals to present the check to Frank Harkins, President/ CEO. While there, Alex learned more about Camp ASCCA and the difference it makes, not only in the lives of the campers, but to the family members who are given an opportunity to take a break from care giving, assured their loved one is in safe hands. Pictured, Alex Sweet presents a check to Frank Harkins, President/CEO of Goodwill Easter Seals of the Gulf Coast. Visit www.MobileBayParents.com
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Write On! Drawing Inspiration from Toys
Recommending the Best Toys and Products for Kids
When children reach the age where they know that finger paint goes onto paper (as opposed to in their mouth), their artistic journey has begun! That journey will include using crayons, markers, pencils and pens as kids strive to make their mark on the world around them. Sometimes these mediums of art in children’s hands can find unintended canvases, decorating destinations parents never imagined (ie. living room walls, car upholstery and sibling’s faces). Rather than restricting kids’ drawing and art, consider the following drawing outlets that offer kids engaging options to make their mark, again and again, without the mess!
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Inkoos are plush colorful animals that are designed for kids to draw on and decorate to their heart’s content. And when the drawing and decorations are done, and the artist is ready to begin again...Inkoos go right in the wash with the laundry. Coming out of the dryer, Inkoos are ‘back-to-go’ as a toy canvas that invites kids to write messages, draw features, or make any kind of art on their surface. The Inkoo Mini comes with one clip-on washable marker and the larger version comes with three clip-on markers. There’s even a Glowin-the-Dark Inkoo for night owls! Reusable and mess-free, Inkoos are the perfect, plush, portable canvas for the artistic child.
The youngest of artists are now free to create without fear of mistakes or mess with AquaDoodle. The cloth bordered drawing mat has a surface that responds to a simple water marker with brilliant lines and colors that will delight young Picassos. And running out of drawing space isn’t a problem, because as each artwork dries, it simply fades away and the AquaDoodle canvas is ready for the next masterpiece to appear. No rough edges, no batteries, no stains, spills or permanent marks make AquaDoodle the perfect palette and portable canvas for older toddlers and up!
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For the prolific young artist who’s already covered multiple refrigerators with drawings, the Crayola Light Designer offers a new outlet and new dimension for art. It’s a dome that responds with light to a stylus tool, letting kids create original color ‘drawings’ made of light. There are also pre-programmed templates and scenes that children can build out with their own drawings and colors. Games that cultivate use of the light drawing format are also included in the Light Designer, so kids can hone their skills with the stylus. The round dome “canvas” of the Crayola Light Designer expands kids’ spatial understanding as they begin to envision their drawing wrapping around the dome. An ideal added dimension and next step for the enthusiastic young artist, drawing with light will brighten their artistic horizon!
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One cool way to train a young designer and tune up fine motor skills for advanced drawing is to trace images and the best way to do that is to use a light box. The Hot Wheels Lightbox features a tracing surface that lights up, illuminating films that guide smaller hands as they trace car body design images onto their sketch page. Once the broad strokes are in place, artists can customize their car with colors and logos. Finishing touches for the car art include engines, mufflers and doors. The combinations are endless, and the inspirations constant as kids build layers of confidence and better motor skills using the Lightbox Design Set to train the artist within!
Paige Smith is a freelance writer and syndicated columnist living in Alabama. More on GET THIS! at www.PageBookMedia.com.
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FIVE Encouraging Things to Say to Your Kids by Kelly Bartlett
It’s no secret that kids need encouragement to thrive. But what exactly does encouragement sound like? It’s different than praise or admiration or guidance. It is common to want to give evaluative feedback to kids for their work (“Good coloring!”), or to tell them what we like about their accomplishments (“I like how you set the table.”), or what we expect of their behavior. (“You need to try your best at school today.”) Though these kinds of responses are well meaning, they teach kids to rely on our evaluations rather than to learn to form their own judgments about behavior. Alfie Kohn, researcher and author of Punished by Rewards, says that kids can come to depend on praise and external validation instead of finding satisfaction in doing the right thing simply because it’s the right thing to do. “Rather than bolstering a child’s self-esteem, praise may increase kids’ dependence on us. It leads them to measure their worth in terms of what Mobile Bay Parents I April 2013
will lead us to smile and dole out some more approval,” says Kohn. He recommends that parents focus on supporting and encouraging their child’s efforts, rather than on praising the results. Encouragement is about teaching kids to see the value of their own accomplishments and to be in charge of their own success. It fosters internal strength and motivation by keeping the focus of children’s behavior on themselves instead of anyone else. As psychologist Rudolf Dreikurs said, “A child needs encouragement like a plant needs water.” Here are five encouraging things to say to your kids on a regular basis:
“Thank you!”
For tasks that a child has completed, let him know his efforts are appreciated. Tell him, “That helped a lot,” and, “I appreciate the time you spent on this.” It lets him know that his work is meaningful and he is an important contributor to the family. Saying ‘thank you’ is no less celebratory than say34
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ing ‘good job.’ Expressing gratitude for a job well done still communicates excitement and pride. The difference is you don’t need to tell your child that what he did was “good”; he will inherently feel it. Claire, a stay-at-home mom of 3 boys, said that at dinner one night, she thanked her 3-year-old son, Tucker, for giving each family member a napkin to use. When Tucker climbed into his chair and replied, “Mama, I like you thanking me. That feels nice,” she was struck by the power of those simple words. Without any praise, Tucker felt significant and appreciated; he felt his “good job,” and he was motivated to do it again.
“You did it!”
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worked hard on that!”, “Look at what you accomplished!”, or, “You must feel proud.” Responses like these focus the accomplishment on the child’s inner work, rather than on a parent’s external evaluation. It’s much more encouraging to say, “You sure never gave up during your game!” than, “You won your game, good job.”
“I’m listening.”
What could be more encouraging than to know someone is receptive to what you have to say? Active listening validates a child’s sense of significance and belonging in the family; they know they’re important and they matter. Let kids know you’re taking their thoughts seriously by echoing their statements back to them. There should be some back-and-forth with open-ended questions (“What would you do about that?”), empathy (“Wow, you must have felt scared.”), and reflections (“Oh, you decided to take a break so you could calm down.”) Good listening sounds more like a conversation than a one-sided monologue. When a child is heard, she feels known.
“It’s OK to cry.”
It’s important for kids to know that their feelings are always okay. Learning how to manage these feelings takes support, acceptance, and lots of practice. Encourage kids by communicating that they are not wrong to experience unpleasant feelings like sadness, anger, or fear. Instead of saying, “You’re okay. Don’t be upset,” let your child know, “You have the right to feel angry. I understand; I would feel mad, too.” Or, “I can see you feel very sad right now, and that’s okay.” Validating your child’s feelings leads to his own acceptance of them, and the realization that he is capable of handling them.
“I trust you.”
Instead of providing the answers and directing kids toward what to do, encourage them to make decisions and solve problems by letting them know you trust their ability to decide for themselves. Say things like, “I know you can figure this out,” “I have faith in you to find a solution,” “I know you’ll make an appropriate decision,” or “You lead the way on this.” Entrusting kids
to make their own decisions is very empowering for young children! It shifts the dynamic from a parent’s control over a child to one of shared control. It encourages kids to think through problems and come up with their own solutions. Remember that by opting for encouragement over praise, you’re not ignoring your kids’ accomplishments or successes. Encouragement is simply about keeping your response focused on their efforts and feelings as opposed to only the outcomes. Encouraging words not only reassure kids during times of success (“Wow, that took a lot of concentration!”), but also in times of disappointment (“I have faith in you to fix this mistake.”). Instead of looking to a parent for affirmation, kids are able to decide how they feel about themselves. Their failures and successes, as they should be, are about them, not anyone else. Kelly Bartlett is a mother of two, and a freelance writer with a focus on child development, family relationships, and discipline. You can find more of her work at www.kellybartlett.net.
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I Don’t Have Enough by The FlyLady, Marla Cilley
this whiny attitude. If you live alone, it is just you. Single parents don’t have anyone to whine to or nag either. You don’t hear them complain about this. There are no excuses for this attitude. If you will set the example in love, you will have the help. How many times a day do you hear the word ENOUGH come out of your mouth or into your brain. Let’s just look at damage that this word does to all of us. 1. I don’t have ENOUGH time! How many times do you say this one? We all have the same hours in every single day. Enough time to clean it the way your momma made you when you were a child. Enough time to get it right! So when we believe this lie; we stop dead in our tracks and DO NOTHING! 2. I don’t have ENOUGH help around the house! Oh Boy!!! Don’t get me started on
3. I don’t have ENOUGH money! We have all said this one; over and over again. Do you want to know the truth of the matter? Rita Davenport taught me. If money will fix it; it is not a problem. If we will quit wasting our money on quick fixes we will have all we need. Say no to buying more clutter! This will happen once the clutter is out of your home. You will find a new freedom from letting go of your clutter. Not only will you have more open clear spots in your home, but you will also have the money that you didn’t waste on the clutter. This goes for fast food, yard sale bargains and department store sales.
When you start filling that hole that is in your soul with love, you will no longer need to just dump anything in there to make you feel better. 4. I don’t have ENOUGH storage! Yes you do, but you have clutter taking over its space. Let go of the clutter and you won’t have to spend money on those storage units. By only having things around you that you love and use; your clutter will have to find a new home. That will release the space for the things you love. 5. I don’t get ENOUGH respect! Do you want to know why? Because you don’t respect yourself first. You don’t need outside admiration when you value yourself. You have to show a little to get a little. This goes even farther than this. The more you give the more you will get. Give it to yourself and reap what you sow! 6. I can’t dress well because I don’t have ENOUGH nice clothes! This goes back to the respect issue. You don’t have to have fancy clothes to feel good and pretty in what you have. A clean pair of jeans and a bright colored shirt can make you feel like a million bucks if you will take the time to dress each morning. Once you quit wasting money and feel that you are worth it, you will get yourself one new outfit and a decent pair of lace-up shoes. You can save for them. 7. I don’t have ENOUGH love! Well you may be right about this one. You don’t have enough self love! If I can teach you to FLY...Finally Love Yourself...then your home and life can come together. Have you ever been on an airplane and heard the flight attendant tell you that if the oxygen masks come down to secure yours first before you help your child or others? When you give, give, give and don’t save any for you, then you are left wanting. If momma ain’t happy then nobody’s happy! Take care of yourself first. For more help getting rid of your CHAOS, check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www.FlyLady.net or her book, 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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Camp Provides More Than Fun For Kids
overnight camps are structured to provide tasks and games that can challenge your child and have specifically designed age-appropriate activities. They are set up to stretch your child’s physical and mental abilities within a secure atmosphere. “Building self confidence for most kids is the opportunity to have successes and take healthy risks in a safe and supportive environment,” says Riel Peerbooms, Executive Director of Trail Blazers.org. As a parent, you might not challenge your child to try something you think might be too hard or scary for her. Yet at camp, the environment is electrified with possibilities and opportunities. Your child can explore with teammates new activities and become more confident in herself.
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Your child will meet new kids that may be from a different economic or family background. Kids from different states will be cabin mates. This will broaden your kid’s view of the world. They will learn other kid’s pet peeves and family jokes. “This is what camp does best, create nurturing environments, with much personal attention, where kids can explore new external and internal worlds.” says Peerbooms. Your child will be exposed to new foods that she would have never touched at home. Yet if it’s at camp and she sees all the other campers munching on it, she’ll try it. Maybe when she comes home, she’ll try your newest dish without that scrunched up face. Camp also provides a variety of different challenges which can allow a child Advertising: 251-304-1200
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to investigate new areas of interest. Depending on the type of camp your child attends, he may try archery, canoeing, survival skills, clay creations, fitness, etc. and find that he loves it. Camp activities are also designed to allow kids to take risks in trying new activities and possibly failing at them the first time. Kids learn that they can keep trying at some event to get better at it and maybe even master it. With such a competitive outside world, kids can have their own goals and see their own progress while at camp. And if a child has been to camp before, they can come to an event or a game with gained confidence because they are a little more experienced than the other campers. They “know the ropes.”
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traditionally not academic so your child may shine in different games. Kids that are good musically or spatially aware or creative will have more opportunities to do well with other campers. “Camp offers a largely judgment-free environment where, for the most part, everyone dresses the same, engages in the same activities and shares common goals and values,” says Stephen Wallace, Director of Counseling and Counselor Training at Cape Cod Sea Camps. Cabin members are a team and all members are required to be responsible to their team. This is a great opportunity if you have a child that doesn’t remember to pick up her dirty clothes every day, yet her cabin needs her to be tidy for a clean cabin award. Peer pressure can be
a positive influence. And positive habits start somewhere.
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Camp counselors have amazing amounts of energy and are a force of fun for your child. They are excited for your kid to be at camp and will provide support for him. Kids look up to counselors because normally they are the cool people of camp. Counselors seem to have a knack for having fun and can be silly in appropriate ways. Yet, they mentor kids and have a blast while doing it. “Camp counselors help young people become self-confident by helping them to establish realistic goals for achievement and to feel accepted, successful, and influential,” says Wallace. Camp is an exciting experience for kids because it’s where they can try new things and be challenged in a safe environment. They’ll make great friends while stretching themselves a bit more.
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741-A Hillcrest Road, Mobile 251- 342-3940; www.PumpItUpParty.com Summer Open Play: Begins Monday, May 27th. Come in from the heat and enjoy some COOL jumping fun! Meet up with old friends and make some new ones too! Monday*Wednesday*Fridays 10am-2pm, $8/child plus tax. Ages 2 - 12 welcome. Children UNDER 2 years old and Parents play FREE with paid admission of older sibling. Socks and signed waiver required to play. Not a drop off event, please plan to stay and monitor your children. Face Painting and other activities offered on various days through Summer! Check our website for more information!
Sunshine Sue’s Playgarden
1108 Dauphin Street, Mobile 251-421-2434, http://www.sunshinesuesplaygarden. com Find us on Facebook! Play Place, Drop off Service, Birthday Parties, Classes and More! Check our website for dates, rates, and special classes coming up: Kindermusik, Art Classes, Baby Signing class and more!
St. Luke’s Episcopal School Summer Camp Program
975 Japonica Lane, Mobile (Lower School) 1400 University Boulevard South (Middle and Upper School) 666-2991, www.sles.org St. Luke’s is pleased to offer a Summer Camp Program each summer for children ages pre-kindergarten (4 years old) through the eighth grade. Enrichment activities such as arts and crafts, field trips, library time, music, computer, and swimming will provide children a productive and fun-filled summer. Each year there is a competent staff of counselors who will insure the safety and enjoyment of each child who attends. Summer Camp usually begins the last week of May and runs through the end of July. The Camp is open Monday through Friday. Holidays are taken on Memorial Day
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and the Fourth of July. The camp opens at 7:30am and closes at 5:30pm each day. Please visit www.sles.org for more information.
Wales West Light Railway
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.
Watermelon Patch
6417 Hillcrest Park Ct., Mobile 251-633-3288; thewmpatch.com Our 2013 Summer program is packed with excitement and fun. Adventures in Learning await your camper this summer. Weekly themed activities your kiddos are sure to love! Our summer program will provide a positive environment for campers to socialize and learn through hands on exploration and play. Patriotic parades, carnival games, animal fun, experiments, group challenges and exciting discoveries await your child! Register now! 8:30am – 12:30pm for ages 18 months – 9 years (groups divided by ages) Call about older siblings joining in. See our ad for dates and fees.
Weinacker’s Montessori
3 locations Midtown - 18 Pierpont Dr. West, Mobile, 251-478-7219 Hillcrest - 227 Hillcrest Road, Mobile, 251-344-8755 Tillmans corner - 5739 Old Pascagoula Road, Mobile, (251) 653-4707; WeinackersMontessori.com We have great things planned for this summer! Along
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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.
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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 or visit us on Facebook.
Christ UMC Elementary Summer Camp
6101 Grelot Road, Mobile 251-342-0462; www.christumcchildren.com Tuesday, May 28-Friday, August 16. Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Summer Camp is open to children who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade. Children enjoy fieldtrips, music, Bible stories, crafts, chapel and lots of fun. Blessings and prayers are said daily. The love of our Lord is shared with each child through our actions, activities and devotionals. Weekly fee: All Day - $115, ½ day - $90 For more information, visit www.christumcchildren.com
Dayspring Baptist Summer Day Camp
2200 Cody Road South, Mobile 251-633-0250; www.dayspringbc.org For children entering K5 through 6th Grade. Exciting activities await those who attend Dayspring Day Camp! Each week, campers will swim, skate, bowl, and go
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161 Dogwood Lane, Mobile, Alabama 36608 251-786-6279; NOW ENROLLING! Camp starts May 28, 2013. For ages 5-10. With weekly field trips and community projects, everyone has a favorite summer camp memory. Normal camp time is from 8:30 am-4:30 pm, with free before-and-after care from 6am-6pm. Three schedules to choose from: One-Time Activity Fee: $50, 5-Day Program (M-F) Member $115, NM $135,3-Day Program (M,W,F) $85, 2-Day Program (T-TH) $55 *In order for your child to be registered, you must pay the Activity Fee and First Week. With the YMCA of South Alabama you are participating in a camping program you can count on, not just for good supervision and safety, but for the personal growth of your child. We work hard to select leaders who will be positive adult role models for your child and who have demonstrated responsibility, maturity, and reliability. Our attention to safety and the
7501 Airport Blvd, Mobile, 251-639-6868 http://www.westmobilebaptist.org/Connect/LifeStageMinistries/ChildDevelopmentCenter/tabid/62/Default.aspx; West Mobile Baptist CDC Summer Camp is for children ages 4-11 and is open from 6 am – 6 pm. We have two summer programs. One is for school age children who have completed K4 and K5 (or are the appropriate ages for this) and the other is for those children who have completed the 1st through 6th grades (Up to age 12). The registration fee must be paid by those who are not already registered in our yearly full time program and entitles the student to care only during the summer months. Weekly rates includes two snacks daily, a hot lunch each day and all field trips. Please visit our website for more information.
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5900 Cottage Hill Road, Mobile 406-0768, www.mobilechristian.org Registration is now open for MCS Summer Camp 2013. Our summer day camp is for 3 years old through 5th grade Forms are available in the front office of Mobile Christian School. Call 406-0708 for info.
Sunshine Skate Center Summer Skate
950 Hillcrest Road, Mobile 251-639-1704, http://www.sunshineskate.com Summer Fun at Sunshine! Matinee Skate Sessions - Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10am-4pm. Admission is $5. Tuesday night we will be open for Two Dollar Tuesdays 7pm-10pm for $2 admission. Thursday night is 7pm-9pm for $1 admission. Summer hours will be posted on www.sunshineskate.com.
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campers’ health has resulted in a safety record that any organization would be delighted to match. Beyond safety and good supervision, the YMCA believes that special, positive, and growth filled opportunities await every child who attends the Y Camp. Registration packets are available in school division offices or you can visit http:// www.stpaulsmobile.net/page.aspx?pid=721 to print a copy or email mtaylor@ysal.org.
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3661 Dauphin St., Mobile 251-344-0909; www.dauphinwaycdc.com Dauphin Way Child Development Center – located at Dauphin Way Baptist Church. We will begin May 28th – thru August 9th . Hours are 6:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for children who had completed 5K thru 5th grade. Weekly activities children include swimming, skating and bowling and special field trips. Registration fee is $75 and cost is $25 per day. Space is limited. Call 344-0909 for information or visit www.dauphinwaycdc.com.
Twelve fun and unique weeks of camp, all summer long! KinderCare offers awesome camps for preschool, pre-k, and school-age kids. It’s a great place to bring friends, and to meet new ones! We offer flexible scheduling options to meet the needs of busy families like yours, so join us for all 12 weeks or as many weeks as you like.. With so much to choose from, a summer spent at KinderCare is sure to be an enriching, fun, and memorable one for your child! Ages: 6-Weeks to 12 Year-Olds, Days: Monday-Friday, Hours: 6:00am to 6:00pm. Contact Lori Johnson, Center Director at 6601126 or visit www.kindercare.com/summercamp.
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Moorer YMCA 101 N. Water St., Mobile (251-438-1163) Hearin Chandler Family YMCA 951 Downtowner Blvd., Mobile (251-344-4856) North Mobile YMCA 92 Saraland Loop, Saraland (251-679-8877) Bounds family YMCA 051 Whispering Pines Rd., Daphne (251-626-0888) Snook Family YMCA 2560 South Pine Street , Foley (251-970-3003) For more information, visit www.ysal.org.
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251-610-7968, littlelanguage@gmail.com Little Language, LLC is proud to offer foreign language classes in Spanish, French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Italian, Japanese and Arabic and ESL (English as a Second Language), taught by some of the finest foreign language teachers in our area. According to the International School of Boston, research shows that students who learn a second language score higher on mathematics and logic tests and are better with problem-solving activities. Second language learners show stronger first language skills than monolingual learners. Our classes, enriched with song, interactive games, and art are designed for children to allow them to do what children do best ~ have fun!
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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. 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. Non-Alabama 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 251-441-2128 or email jhoyle@asms.net. Visit www.asms.net for details.
Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Ctr
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! Kids Pre-K4 through 7thgrade can enjoy our amazing, science-based Summer Camps! From the arts and sports to forensics and engineering, there is something for everyone! Week 1 June 3-7 (Amazing Banana Caper PreK4-1st, Jr. Sleuths 2nd-4th, CSI Mobile 5th-7th); Week 2 June 10-14 (Imagination Station Prek4-1st, Painter’s Palette 2nd-4th, Did you Ear about Van Gough 5th-7th); Week 3 June 17-21 (Can you Dig It? PreK4-1st, Adventures in Archaeology 2nd-4th, Unearthing History 5th-7th); Week 4 June 24-28 (Let’s Fly a Kite PreK4-1, Up, Up, & Away 2nd-4th, Principles of Flight 5th-8th); Week 5 July 8th-12 (Busy Builders PreK4-1, Tinkertown 2nd4th, Engineering Challenge 5th-8th); Week 6 July 15-19 Tag! Your It Prek4-1, Science of Games 2nd-4th, All Star Sports 5th-8th); Week 7 July22-26 (Ocean Voyagers Prek4-1, Deep Sea Divers 2nd-4th, Oceans Alive! 5th-7th); Week 8 July 29-August 2 (Little Lab PreK4-1, Chemistry Creations 2nd-4th, Irresponsible Science 5th7th); Week 9 August 5-9 (Nature Kids Prek4-1, Global Explorers 2nd-4th, Earthsavers Club 5th-7th); Week 10 August 12-16 (Chicken Noodle Science Prek4-1, Science Stew 2nd-4th, Science Gumbo 5th-7th). Please visit www.exploreum.com for full camp descriptions. Camp pricing: Members $130 first child, $120 for each additional sibling per camp, Non-Members $165 first child, $155 for each additional sibling per camp. All camps are from 8:30am to 3:30pm and include two snacks each day. We do not provide lunch. Campers may bring their own lunch or they may purchase lunch at the Exploreum Café.
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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.
St. Mary Catholic School Annual Summer Enrichment Series
107 N. Lafayette Street 251-433-9904; www. stmarymobile.org St. Mary Catholic School will hold its annual Enrichment Series July 22 through July 26, 2013. The program runs for one week, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.. The Cost is $150 per child with a $50 deposit required. The program is staffed by highly qualified instructors including Reading/Math Intervention Teachers, and certified Reading and Math Teachers. Technology based Interactive learning that engages students will be implemented. Guided Reading and Writing instruction and literacy work stations targeting skill development to include comprehension and fluency will be addressed. Guided Math instruction will include reinforcement of computation, strategies for problem solving, and test taking skills using manipulatives in work stations. Students may bring a snack and beverage daily. For additional information, please contact Kathryn Beagle or Linda Thornton, 433-9904, lthornton@stmarymobile.org.
Sylvan Learning Center
3964 Airport Blvd, 251-344-6284 8020 Moffett Rd, Semmes, AL 36575, 251-649-8522 Avoid Summer learning loss. Make Sylvan a part of your summer schedule and make Back to School time a big success! Sylvan has summer programs to help your child catch up, keep up, or get ahead. Whether your child needs remediation or enrichment, Sylvan can help! Call today for your FREE consultation and to book your Skills Assessment.
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 Forestry Camp 2013
Federation of Southern Cooperatives/Land Assistance Fund’s Rural Training Center, Sumter County near Epes 334-240-9300; www.forestry.alabama.gov June 2-6, For ages 15-18, the camp is designed for students interested in forestry, conservation and/or natural resources. Campers will be given an introduction to
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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 hands-on educational and fun activities carried out in a safe and educational environment. Applications are available online or at the zoo, 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 us at 251-968-4910.
Badger Kids Urban Survival Academy
Springhill College, or 251-380-3096 The Urban Survival Academy is a Community Service Project of the Spring Hill College Department of Public Safety.The objective is to provide an early educational program for elementary school children (ages 5-12). The program, which will be held on the Spring Hill College campus, will teach children about personal safety, vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle and fire safety. The skills taught at the Urban Survival Academy will empower children with the ability to avoid needless accidents and instill good safety habits at an early age. The Urban Survival Academy will host weeklong sessions. Topics and Special Guests: radKids Safety Education (Personal Safety, Bullying),Traffic Safety – Mobile Police Department Mounted Police Horses, Bike Unit and Motorcycle Unit,Fire Safety - Fire Department will be bringing the fire smoke house,Home/Internet Safety,Water/Boating Safety- United States Coast Guard rescue swimmer and helicopter,Animal /Creepy Crawly Safety,Basic First Aid- Newman’s Ambulance Service,Weather/Outdoor Safety. Dates: June 10 - 14, 24 - 28, July 8 – 12, Cost: $45 per child. Please visit http://badgerweb.shc.edu/ICS/Campus_Life/Public_Safety.jnz or call for more information or call 380-3096.
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6103 Southbend Drive S www.dancingneedlesdesigns.com, Find us on Facebook! Teaching the love of sewing to kids from 7-97! Sewing Classes – check our website or facebook for class schedules.
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 – High School , to classroom teachers and field trips for the public. Day Camps: Oceans Alive: Ages 5-8 The Gulf of Mexico offers a wealth of material for developing minds and curious senses in “Ocean’s Alive,” a half-day adventure for children ages 5-8 and their parents/grandparents (2013 dates: May 31, June 21, July 5, August 1 – Class Cost $35 and hours 1-4:30. • Survivor: Ages 9-11.- Visit Dauphin Island for the day and learn how to be a “survivor!” Campers will learn about various fishing methods, and put each to use! Everyone will go fishing, using rod-and-reel and cast net, crabbing, enjoy swimming time, and more. An inside look at the catch-
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of-the-day with an instructor-led dissection is sure to be an interesting part of this program. This single-day adventure and will be limited to 15 campers, so sign up early. (2013 dates: June 7, August 2 – Class Cost $50 and hours 10am-4pm) • Art-Sea Discovery: Ages 8-13- Join us for a one-day camp featuring exploration of Dauphin Island, its ecology and its wildlife, and art projects inspired by it! Campers will use their imaginations to interpret the surroundings they visit while on the island and create artistic pieces based on those observations. Everyone will take home their own artwork, as well as wonderful memories! (2013 dates: June 14, July 12 – Class Cost is $50 and hours 9am4pm) Over Night Camps: Dates (see site for detailed program descriptions) Barrier Island Explorer: Rising 5th - 6th grade students. Join fellow campers for an overnight adventure at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab( 2013 dates Session 1 June 30-July 3rd, 2nd Session July 28th-July 31st, Cost $360) • Gulf Island Journey: Rising 7th - 9th grade students- Enjoy fun and education in the sun at “Gulf Island Journey,” the weeklong residential summer camp at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab.(2013 Dates June 16-21, June 23-June 28, July 7-12 Cost $550) • High School Summer Course: Rising 10th - 12th grade students. Intensive one-monthlong program.(2013 dates is June 2-June 28, Cost $2000) Visit www.disl.org for details, signup forms, and scholarship availability. • Teacher Programs: Visit the website for dates, class descriptions and registration fees.
Delta Discoveries Summer Science Camp
Five Rivers Delta Resource Center 251-377-0054, Ms. Juli Day, 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 The Mobile County Public School System Presents Summer 2013 at the Environmental Studies Center June 3 —July 18. Camps throughout the summer months for grades 1-8. Cost - $80 (includes T-shirt) Grades 1-2 “The Forest and Me” Students will be guided through discovery investigations of the area’s natural forest environment. The program will focus on living things and their habitats. Dates and Times: June 17 - 20 Morning Session (8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon) Afternoon Session (12:30 - 4:30 p.m.) June 24 - 27 Morning Session Only (8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon) Grades 3-4 “Let’s Get Physical with Science” Get your hands on unforgettable learning experiences and see how science can be truly amazing. Be a part of the wonder, discovery and exploration that is science. Dates and Times: June 3-6 Morning Session Only (8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon), June 10-13 Morning Session Only (8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon) Cost: $80 per student (includes T-shirt) . Grades 3-4 “Investigating the Natural Environment” Students will participate in scientific investigations that will enhance their knowledge of plant and animal life. Dates and Times: June 3-6 Afternoon Session Only (12:30 - 4:30 p.m.) June 10-13 Afternoon Session Only (12:30 - 4:30 p.m.) Grades 5-6 “The Wonderful World of Nature” This camp is designed to combine outdoor recreation activities with environmental education experiences. Dates and Times: July 8 - 11 Morning Session Only (8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon) Grades 5-6 “Feathers to Rockets” Dates and Times: July 8 - 11 Afternoon Session Only (12:30 - 4:30 p.m) . Grades 6-8 “How and Why We Recycle” Students will learn the importance of recycling as they actually set up and learn to maintain a recycling program in their
home. Dates and Times: July 15 – 18 Morning Session Only (8:00 – 12:00 noon) Grades 6-8 “Investigations in Microscopy” -Students will learn the basics of microscopy starting with the simplest magnifiers and ending with digital microscopes. Students will learn the parts of the microscope and develop the skills needed in microscopic investigation. Dates and Times: July 15 – 18 Afternoon Session Only (12:30 – 4-30 p.m) . Visit www.mcpss.com for detailed course descriptions and to confirm prices and dates or call 251-221-5000 for more information.
Kumon Learning Center
3152 Old Shell Road, Mobile 251-447-2264, www.kumon.com/mobile-spring-hill Kumon is the world’s largest after-school math and reading enrichment program. Kumon unlocks the potential of children so they can achieve more on their own.
Mobile Botanical Gardens - NatureBLAST!
5151 Museum Dr, Mobile 251- 342-0555; www.mobilebotanicalgardens.org Nature/ArtBLAST - A joint offering by MBG and the Mobile Museum of Art! This week-long day camp for grades 3-5 is a wonderful introduction to nature and creative art expression. Dates: June10-June 14 8:30am3pm daily. $175 per child, includes supplies, snacks and T-shirt. For more details, please visit: www.mobilebotanicalgardens.org.
Mobile Parks and Recreation Community Activities
Location TBA, Mobile 251-460-2421; www.cityofmobile.org/parks Educational Camps. Call 666-6404 or 666-6053 for more information or visit www.cityofmobile.org/parks or http://www.communityactivitiesprogram.com.
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tronomy 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.
Naval Aviation Museum
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850-453-2389; www.NavalAviationMuseum.com National Flight Academy In-Residence Summer Program – Students experience the ultimate aviationinspired 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 certified teachers, students will learn the science and math of flight and expand their knowledge of Naval Aviation history. This program is for 5th and 6th graders, one-week daytime sessions run Monday – Friday. For more information visit www. NavalAviationMuseum.org/fad or call 850-453-2389.
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 & As-
Big Pine Key, Florida 877-SEA-CAMP; www.seacamp.org 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.
St. Paul’s Episcopal School – Summer Fun and Learning
St. Paul’s Episcopal School will offer Summer School Classes (math, reading, study skills, Spanish) and Enrichment Classes (music, art, computer, cooking, acting, game-ventures, super sleuths, summer serving, and more!) beginning in June. There are several Athletic Camps for all ages including Football, Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball, Softball, Soccer and Swimming. We also offer a Summer Cheer Clinic for grades PreK – 6! Summer Music Lessons On Campus - Extra-Curricular Music Director Tammy Nicholas will offer music lessons in Violin/Viola, Piano, and Guitar this summer. Visit our website for a complete List of the exciting camp details and a registration form. More classes and events will be added throughout the spring; please visit https:// www.stpaulsmobile.net/sslpage.aspx?pid=425 for updates! Contact Summer School Coordinator Jill Drum at jdrum@stpaulsmobile.net or 251-622-7962 for further details or questions!
Summer Scrubs 2013 - Mobile and Baldwin Counties
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www.summerscrubs.com Summer Scrubs is an intensive career exploration opportunity for students who are interested in careers in healthcare. Participants will explore a variety of healthcare-related careers and interact with/observe health professionals on the job in a ‘real-world’ environment. A detailed discussion of healthcare jobs and the types of educational paths available to students will also be explored. Students who are currently in the 9th and 10th grade and meet the selection criteria may apply for Summer Scrubs. The following is a list of the selection criteria for the program: Interest in attending college to pursue a career in healthcare, A GPA of 2.5 or above, No record of disciplinary action & No unexcused absences. The camp takes place on July 29-August 1 8:00am-12:00pm. Students will be assigned to different healthcare sites each day. Students and/or parents are responsible for transportation to each of these healthcare sites. For more information and to apply online visit www.summerscrubs.com.
University of South Alabama Summer Youth Programs
2001 Old Bay Front Dr., Mobile. 251-431-6536 For a Full Camp brochure on USA’s Summer Youth Programs, visit www.southalabama.edu/cce/kids.html.
University of Alabama Reading Skills Programs for Children
Spring Hill Baptist, 11 S. McGregor Ave., Mobile 800-978-9596 For ages 4-12th graders Programs meet once a week for five weeks. Additional reading program schedules and locations may be available, please call if you need assistance. Information: 1-800-978-9596 for more information and to register.
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Art/Music/Performing Arts Azalea City Center For the Arts
63 Midtown Park East, Mobile 251-510-1808, www.azaleacityarts.com Spring Break Camp –April 1-5 or April 22-26 MondayFriday 8:30-2:30pm. A Week at the Movies! Theater Games, Art Class, Music, Dance & More! ($150 for the week) Summer Camps Drama Camp @ St. Luke’s-Are you ready for two weeks of fun? Join us for full-blown Drama Camp (around since 2002) -- we will put on a full length show, play games, go outdoors, and paint sets! Cost of $260 includes cast party, t-shirt, DVD, costumes, script, and more! 9 am - 1 pm Grades 3 & up. Session 1 -- June 3 – 14, Session 2 -- June 17 – 28, Session 3 -- July 1 – 12,Session 4 -- July 15 – 26. C * Special Rising Stars session for older campers grades 8 & up June 10 - June 21 from 1 pm to 3 pm. $185 Drama Camp Junior @ Sunny Side Theater For our youngest actors & actresses, we have one week sessions that produce a daily skit or performance. Campers participate in group games, costume craziness, bringing books to life, and stage fun! Cost $130
includes t-shirt, costumes, snacks, and performances. 9 am - 1 pm Grades PK - 2. $130/week. Session 1 -- June 10 – 14, Session 2- June 17 – 21, Session 3 -- June 24 – 28, Session 4 -- July 15 – 19, Session 5 - July 22 – 26, Session 6 - August 12 - 16 Azalea City Center for the Arts Themed Camps Are you looking for an all-day arts extravaganza? This is it! With four center-wide theme camps throughout the summer, your child will have a blast exploring art, dance, music, and drama in this all day camp. Cost $175/week includes t-shirt, costumes, snacks, and performance on the final day in addition to access to our entire center and staff. 9 am - 3 pm, Grades PK - 5, Azalea City Idol Pop & Rock Star Camp -- June 3 – 7, Pirates, Princesses, Pianos, & Plays -- July 8 - 12 Phineas & Ferb -- July 29 - August 2, Wizard of Oz -- August 5 - 9 Music Camps @ Full Scale School of Music Tired of the same old piano lessons? Enjoy our summer music camps that will blow you away and teach you musical skills at the same time! Cost includes t-shirt, access to instruments, and performance. 9 am - 1 pm grades 1 - 5, $130/week. Star Wars -- July 15 – 19, Hands On Instruments Alive -- July 22 - 26 *Rock Band Camp -grades 6-12, 8:30 - 5:30, $200 -June 10 - June 14. For more information or to sign up, please visit our website.
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 “Pre-Reading” Piano lessons for age 4. Call to make your reservations today. Registration and fee for class is $69.99.
Breathe Easy
1501 Old Shell Road, Mobile Toolen- Room 7110 251-432-0784 ext 2832 June 3-6, 10-13 (2 Weeks) Monday – Thursday from 9:00am-12:00pm for 5th-12th Grade only (this includes graduation seniors) Week 1 (JUNE 3-6)-Ceramics: Students will develop the art of pottery making through the use of the elements and principles of design; the elements being line, shape, space, color, texture and pattern and the principles being balance, unity, rhythm, proportion, color interaction and figure/ground relationships. Students will have the opportunity to utilize slab, coil building, hand building, glazing, molding, decorating, throwing on the potter’s wheel and firing techniques. STUDENTS HAVE THE CHOICE TO PAINT FOR 2 WEEKS IF THEY DO NOT WANT TO WORK IN CLAY. Week 2 (JUNE 10-13)- Painting: Students will develop painting techniques through the use of the elements and principles of design. Students will study color, shading, perspective, value, line, concept and composition. Classes will be held in the Toolen building in the Art room (7110). ALL SUPPLIES ARE PROVIDED along with a snack each day. Cost: $250.00, $75.00 for each additional. A non-refundable deposit of $125.00 is due by Tuesday, April 9, 2011. Students may bring their money to my room (7110). For more information, please contact: Miss Harlan Toole, tooleh@mcgill-toolen.org, 251.432.0784, ext. 2832
Mobile Museum of Art Spring/Summer Art Camp
4850 Museum Drive, Mobile 251-208-5200; www.mobilemuseumofart.com Spring Break Art Camp For the week of April 22-26, the Education Department will hold a Spring Break Art Camp for 4-13 year olds.
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Classes run from 8am-5pm (half days are also available) with a supervised lunch hour. Students will learn about and create art in a stimulating, safe environment. Call Kim Wood (251-208-5212) or email kwood@mobilemuseumofart.com for more information or to sign up. Art Blast Summer Camp 2013 Art Blast summer camp will be blasting off this year on June 10 with seven wonderful weeks of fun and educational art classes. Students ages 4-18 will enjoy hands-on art projects, gallery tours and meeting new friends. A wide variety of classes, all taught by certified, experienced art educators, will be available: hand-built pottery classes, Impressionist painting, Pop art, portraiture, drawing classes and more. Themed classes include Animals In Art, Music In Art, Dancing Dinosaurs, Van Gogh a la Mode and Beginning Color Theory. For our age 12 and over classes, parents are welcome to sign up with their children to experience the creative process together. The classes run weekly, with 4 two-hour classes offered daily. All day campers will have a supervised lunch hour from 12-1pm. With so much to choose from, there’ll surely be something for the young people in your life. For more information or to enroll, call Kim Wood (251-208-5212) or KWood@ MobileMuseumOfArt.com.
Mobile School of Piano
Located in West Mobile 251-272-9616; mobileschoolofpiano.com June 3 - August 9, Ages 4 to adult Our summer program offers weekly private lessons where the student will learn several styles of music. This class is a wonderful introduction or refresher course for any student. By the end of the summer, they will have a repertiore of songs they can play on their own. There is a limit of space available so call to reserve yours today!
Art (April Hopkins) 12:30PM – 3:30PM – Recycled & Up-cycled Artwork (April Hopkins) Teen Workshop (ages 13-18) Wednesday 11:30 – 3:30 – Photography & Social Media Art (Allison Schaub) July 22nd – July 26thStudio I (ages 4-7)9AM – 12PM – Mixed Media (Carol Wiggins) Studio II (ages 8-12)9AM – 12PM – Photo & Collage (Allison Schaub)12:30PM – 3:30PM – Mixed Media (Allison Schaub)Teen Workshop (ages 13-18)July 22nd – 26th - 11:30 – 3:30 – Stop Motion & Short Film (Trey Lane & Timothy Dixon) July 29th – August 2nd Studio I (ages 4-7)9AM – 12PM – Painting (Carol Wiggins) Studio II (ages 8-12) 9AM – 12PM – Comic Strips & Stop Motion (April Hopkins & Allison Schaub)12:30PM – 3:30PM – Paper Mache & Cardboard (April Hopkins) Teen Workshop (ages 13-18)Wednesday 11:30 – 3:30 – Altered Clothing (Courtney Matthews)
Mobile Parks & Recreation Community Activities Location TBA, Mobile 251-460-2421; www.cityofmobile.org/parks Camps offering arts, crafts, and much more. Call 6666404 or 666-6053 or visit www.cityofmobile.org/parks or www.communityactivitiesprogram.com.
Paint & Pals (2 locations)
28600 Hwy. 98, Daphne 6345k Airport Blvd., Mobile 251-654-2313; www.paintandpals.com Paint & Pals is once again offering Art Camps for children! Ages 5-15. June and July Sessions available at both the Daphne and Mobile locations. More information coming soon to the website. Visit www. paintandpals.com or find us on Facebook.
Paint Party Studios - Summer Art Camps
Auburn University, 132 Goodwin Music Bldg., Auburn 334- 844-4166; http://www.auburn.edu/outreach/opce/ summercamps Summer Marching Band for High School Students (Leadership & Auxiliary; Percussion) and Symphonic Band Camps for both Middle School and High School Students. Visit our website for more information.
6808 Airport Blvd., Suite B, Mobile, 251-343-2423 www.paintpartystudios.com Paint Party Studios will once again be hosting the coolest Kids’ Summer Art Camps in town! Open to kids ages 4-13, our camps will be Mon-Fri, 1 P.M.-3 P.M. Learn to paint with super-talented, experienced, local artists at the place that started it all! Join us for Session I: June 3rd-June 7th “Me, Myself, & Art” and/or Session II: July 22nd- 26th “Artsy Animals”. Sessions include: One large work-in-progress, One Painting, One Craft, and Snack. The cost is $100 per child, per week, with a $50 non-refundable deposit required with registration and balance is due on the first day of camp attendance. Space is limited! To register, contact Renee Wallace at 251-343-2423 , or via email at renee@paintpartystudios.com. Visit www.paintpartystudios.com for more information and be sure to find us on Facebook!
Centre for the Living Arts/Space 301
Playhouse In the Park – Theatre & Dance Camps
Andy’s Music
1412 Hillcrest Road, Mobile 251-633-8944, www.AndysMusic.com Summer Music Fun - group and private music lessons available. Please call 251-633-8944 or visit www. AndysMusic.com/lessons for more information.
Auburn University Summer Band Camps
301 Conti Street, Mobile 251-208-5671; www.space301.com 2013 Summer Art Camps include a wide variety for ages 4 – 18. 2013 Summer Camp Schedule @ Space 301. June 17th – June 21st -Studio I (ages 4-79AM – 12PM - Storybook Art (Carol Wiggins) Studio II (ages 8-12)9AM – 12PM – Painting (Lucy Gafford)12:30PM – 3:30PM – Clay (Lucy Gafford) Teen Workshop (ages 13-18) Wednesday 11:30AM – 3:30PM – DIY Projects (Allison Schaub) June 24th – June 28th Studio I (ages 4-7) 9AM - 12PM – Drawing & 2D Design (Terri Baker) Studio II (ages 8-12) 9AM – 12PM – Drawing (April Hopkins) 12:30PM – 3:30PM – Comic Strips & Stop-Motion (April Hopkins & Allison Schaub) Teen Workshop (ages 13-18) Wednesday 11:30AM – 3:30PM – Printmaking (Sydney Sawyer) July 8th - July 12th Studio I (ages 4-7) 9AM – 12PM – Clay (Lucy Gafford) Studio II (ages 8-12)9AM – 12PM - Printmaking (Sydney Sawyer)12:30PM – 3:30PM - Clay (Lucy Gafford) Teen Workshop (ages 13-18) Wednesday 11:30AM – 3:30PM – Paper & Fabric Marbling (Allison Schaub) July 15th – July 19th Studio I (ages 4-7) 9AM – 12PM – Futures Art (Terri Baker) Studio II (ages 8-12) 9AM – 12PM – Futures
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4851 Museum Dr., Mobile 251-602-0630; www.playhouseinthepark.org Summer Theatre Crafts Camp - Summer Theatre Crafts camp is an excellent introductory experience for ages 5 - 12. Offered at our theatre in Langan Park, the camp will feature theatre arts such as acting, musical theatre, scenic art, puppetry, and dance. The two sessions are the weeks of June 3 and 10, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am until noon.. These sessions will include full range of theatre arts. A short demonstration for parents will be held at the end of each week. The cost is $150 per week: $275 - 2 weeks; $400 - 3 weeks, and there is a 10% discount for siblings. We also offer year-round lessons in: Guitar: Call Danny Mollise at 602-0630; Piano: Call Scott Jolly at 422-2178; and Voice: Call Candice Drinkard at 680-0954. Playhouse in the Park Dance Summer Dance Camps 2013- Kids Summer Dance Camp for ages 7-11, June 3-7 from 1:00-4:00 pm. Students will learn and study Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Lyrical dance. 2 Great Guest Teachers! $125.00 per student.Summer Intensive Dance Camp for ages 12 & up, June 10-14 from 1:00-4:00 pm. Students will concentrate on techniques in Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical and Ballroom dance. 2 Great
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St. Paul’s School
Art, Theatre & More classes. See description under Educational Camps
Studio 3 Adventures in Art
4513 Old Shell Road, Holiday Place, Mobile 251-343-2899, email Studio3mobile@bellsouth.net Summer Art Classes
University of Alabama - Crimson Music Camp Tuscaloosa, AL; 205-348-7110 http://bands.ua.edu/programs/crimson-camp/ 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-music-camp 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.
Dance/Gymnastics/Cheer Azalea City Center For the Arts (see listing under Art/Music/Performing Arts)
Broadway South Dance Studio
Two locations in Mobile: 7906 Westside Park Dr. (West Mobile -Off Schillinger 1 mile south of Winn Dixie Shopping Center) Regency Square-Airport/University behind Applebee’s 251- 639-0660; www.broadwaysouthdance.com We offer Mobile’s largest variety of dance camps and summer classes at both locations for ages 2-10+ as well as Adult Dance and workout classes. Call 639-0660 or visit www.broadwaysouthdance.com.
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Debbie’s School of Dance
6429 Hillcrest Park Court, Mobile 251- 633-9559; www.debbiesdance.com Debbie’s School of Dance is offering great Summer Dance Camps 2013! Two Day A Week Camps-Tuesday & Thursday-Dates: June 11th-June 27 and THE BEST Five Day Dance Camp! 2 Year Old’s Elmo Hokey Pokey Dance Camp 9-9:45am or 5:45-6:30 (Ballet, Tumbling, Storytime, Games), 3-5 Year Old’s Patty bouree Camp 10-11:30 or 6-7:30pm (Ballet, Tumbling, Games, Storytime, crafts) 6 Year & Up Shake it Up Hip-Hop & Tumbling Dance Camp 6:308:00pm (Hip-Hop, Tumbling, Games, Crafts) 5 DAY CAMP - Tutu Train Express Camp Act 1:June 10-14 9am-12pm or Act 2 June 24-28 (Ballet, Tumbling, Crafts, Snacks, Storytime, T-Shirt, Games). For more info, call 633-9559 or visit www.debbiesdance.com
Mobile Ballet
4351 Downtowner Loop North, Mobile 251-342-2241; www.mobileballet.org Summer is a great time to begin ballet studies or enhance your ballet skills! Mobile Ballet will be having classes during June and July. Please call 342-2241 or visit our website for more information.
Nasser Gymnastics
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Precision Dance Academy Summer Princess Camp
251-222-3403, PrecisionDanceAcademy.Net ••Camp Date- July 22-26th, ••Time: 9am-1pm ••Camp Activities-Fairytale Dress up time with daily runway shows, Princess Story & Movie Time, Fairytale Arts & Crafts, Princess Dance & Tumble Time, Fairytale Games & Puppet Shows, and more! ••Ages-3-7 ••Price-$150 Camp Fee $40 Supply Fee****Supply Fee includes a camp t shirt, as well as daily snacks and arts/craft supplies**A 15% discount is applied when 2 or more siblings register. •••Limited Spots Available! Reserve your spot today by phone or email! •PrecisionDanceAcademy@Hotmail.com
UMS-Wright Cheer Camp See more details under Sports Camps.
5 Star Cheer
4123 Government Blvd, D2, Mobile 251-442-5412, /5starcheerleading.com/home.html
Summer Classes and Clinic offered such as Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Tumbling, Flexibility/ Strength/Flyer classes and our 5 Star Competitive Team! Visit our website for more information.
Auburn Tigers Girls Gymnastics Camp The McWhorter Center, Auburn, AL 334-844-5047; www.auburntigers.com Our staff will provide your gymnast with a fun-filled 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 334-844-5047 or email kurth@auburn.edu. Cheer Force One
8700 Zeigler Blvd, Mobile 251-634-0203; www.cheerforceone.com All Star Cheerleading, Cheer Summer Camps, & Tumbling Classes for boys and girls. Official Summer Camp schedule coming soon. Email info@ cheerforceone.com or check our webpage.
Cottage Hill Gymnastics Center
Gymnastics, Tumbling and Trampoline 1711 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile 251-666-0559; www.cityofmobile.org/parks Or call 666-6404 or 666-6053 for more information.
Playhouse in the Park Dance Camps
See Playhouse in the Park listing under Art/Music/ Preforming Arts for more information
Robinson’s School of Dance Summer Camp 421 Hwy 43 North Saraland AL 36571 251-675-5915 (studio) 251-675-6172 (home) www.Robinsonsschoolofdance.com. Summer Camp will be held at the Saraland Location; Registration Dates: Saturday, June 8th 10-12noon,Monday, June 10th 4-6pm, Classes start Tuesday, June 11th For more information, visit our website.
Sheffield School of the Dance, Inc.
1901 Dauphin St. Mobile, AL www.sheffielddance.net www.facebook.com/sheffielddance; Offering 3 Summer Camps! (All Ages) - Late June into July. More details to follow! For more information, call 479-3926.
University of Alabama - Cheer/Mascot/ Dance
205-348-3636; http://www.rolltide.com/sports/ccheer/alab-c-cheer-campweb-camps.html
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. Under the guidance of coaches Dana Duckworth, Bryan Raschilla, David Patterson and knowledgeable amazing Staff. Offering both overnight and day camps.June 1519, 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. Visit our website at www.alabamagymnasticscamp. com to learn more.
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Horseback Riding Camps
Horsemanship Camp June 24-28, Horsemanship Camp July 22-26. Please visit our website for camp forms.
Auburn Equestrian Summer Camps
Valley View Ranch
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Mimi C. Peters Riding School at Silver Lining Farm – Summer Riding Camp
10727 El Nina Drive, Mobile 251-634-1229; www.silverliningfarm.net Day and Overnight Camps offered May through July. Ages 5-16. Activities include riding lessons, take-home education and a horse show with special awards. Riders may ride English or Western. Horses, tack and safety equipment are provided or riders can bring their own horses. Play games on horseback, ride trails and swim. Visit www.silverliningfarm.net for more information. 2013 Summer Camp Dates: May 27 – May 31 /June 3 – June 7/June 10 – June 14/June 17 – June 21/June 24 – June 28/July 1 – July 5/July 8 – July 12/July 15 – July 19/July 22 – July 26/July 29 – August 2. Cost per Rider:• $460 per week – 8:00 am until 2:00 pm - $200 deposit required. $750 per week overnight – Mon 8:00 am until Fri 2:00 pm - $400 deposit required • Extended day $25 per day additional and available upon request.
Sandstone Equestrian Center Summer Camp
9450-A Jeff Hamilton Rd., Mobile, AL 36695 251-633-8088,www.sandstoneequestriancenter.com/lessonsandcamps.html; We offer horse camps throughout the year that are open to riders from very beginners to the more advanced. Most camps are 5 days long and run from 8-2:30. Some camp activities include: Instruction in Basic English Riding, Basic Horsemanship— including feeding, grooming, saddling and first aid, Games on Horseback, Swimming, Safety when riding and handling horses, Horsey Crafts. Summer Camp Dates 2013 -- Horsemanship Camp May 27-31, Horsemanship Camp June 3-7, Eventing Camp June 10-14,
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.
Sports Camps Faith Academy
8650 Tanner Williams Road, Mobile 251-633-7267, www.faithacademy.us Visit our website for a list of athletic camps.
McGill Toolen Summer Sports Camps
1501 Old Shell Road, Mobile, Alabama 36604 251-445-2900; www.mcgill-toolen.org Baseball - Dates: Monday June 3rd – Thursday June 6th,Times: 8am-12 noon (Lunch will be served) Where: Lipscomb Complex,Ages: Rising K-8 graders,Cost: $100.00 (Checks payable to Matt Moore) What to Bring: Cleats, glove, bat, Athletic Shoes (Concessions and apparel for sale) Contact: Matt Moore, moorem@mcgill-toolen.org Boys Basketball Shooting Camp -Dates: Wednesday May 29th – Thursday May30th, Times: 1pm-3pm Where: McGill-Toolen, Ages: Rising 5-8 graders, Cost: $50.00 (Checks payable to Phillip Murphy)
What to Bring: Athletic Shoes (Snacks for sale at Concession), Contact: Phillip Murphy Register Online @ www.mcthoops.com Boys Basketball Individual Camp -Dates: Monday June 3rd-Thursday June 6th Times: 1pm-4pm, Where: McGill-Toolen,Ages: Rising 5-8 graders, Cost: $100.00 (Checks payable to Phillip Murphy), What to Bring: Athletic Shoes (Snacks for sale at Concession) Contact: Phillip Murphy, Register Online @ www.mcthoops.com Girls Basketball -Dates: Monday June 10th – Thursday June 13th,Times: 1pm-4pm Where: McGill-Toolen, Ages: Rising 1-8 graders,Cost: $100.00 (Checks payable to Carla Berry) What to Bring: Athletic Shoes (Snacks for sale at Concession), Contact: Carla Berry- berryc@mcgill-toolen. org, 251-445-2922 Cheerleading- Date: Saturday August 17, 2013,Times: K-5 9am-12 noon, 6-8 1pm-4pm Where: McGill-Toolen, Ages: Rising K-8 graders,Cost: $40.00 (Checks payable to McGill-Toolen Cheerleading), What to Bring: Athletic Shoes, Contact: Camille Johnston- johnstc@mcgill-toolen.org 251-490-7659 Football -Dates: Monday June 17th – Thursday June 20th, Times: 8am-11am, Where: Lipscomb Complex Ages: Rising 1-8 graders, Cost: $100.00 (Checks payable to Bart Sessions) What to Bring: Athletic Cleats, Contact: Bart Sessions, bsessions@mcgill-toolen.org 251-445-2924 Boys Soccer-Dates: Monday June 24th – Thursday June 27th,Times: 6pm-8pm, Where: Lipscomb Complex Ages: Rising 6-8 graders, Cost: $85.00 (Checks payable to Ruben Risco), What to Bring: Athletic Cleats, shin-guards, water, ball, Contact: Ruben Risco, riscor@ mcgill-toolen.org 251-751-8966 Co-Ed Soccer-Dates: Monday June 24th – Thursday June 27th,Times: 9am-11am,Where: Lipscomb Complex,Ages: Rising 1-5 graders,Cost: $75.00
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St. Luke’s Episcopal School Summer Sports Camps
975 Japonica Lane, Mobile (Lower School) 1400 University Blvd South (Middle and Upper School) 251-666-2991; www.sles.org St. Luke’s Athletic Department will sponsor a variety of athletic camps throughout the summer for students of all age groups. Those camps and events will be posted on the school’s website (www.stlukesmobile.com) as soon as they become available.
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UMS-Wright Preparatory School
65 N. Mobile Street, Mobile. www.ums-wright.org UMS-Wright Preparatory School is once again offering a variety of sports camps this summer. Campers report to the UMS-Wright Physical Activities Complex from the Old Shell Road. Download registration form at website. Cheerleading- June 3-6, Mon – Thurs., 9:00 a.m. – Noon (Rising grades 2-6). Baseball – June 3-6 Mon – Thurs., 9:00 a.m. – Noon(Rising grades 1 – 8). Pitching - June 7 (Friday)9:00 a.m. - Noon- (Rising Grades 1 – 8). Girls’ Basketball - June 10 -13, Mon. – Thurs., 9:00 a.m. – Noon- (Rising Grades 2 – 8). Boys’ Basketball- June 17 – 20, Mon. – Thurs., 9:00 a.m. – Noon- (Rising Grades 2 – 8). Girls’ & Boys’ Soccer- July8-11, Mon. – Thurs., 8:00 a.m.-11 –(Rising Grades 1 – 6). Terry Curtis Football –July22-25, Mon.-Thurs., 9:00-Noon (Rising grades 5-8) Football Pup Camp – July 29-Aug. 1, Monday-Thurs. 9:00am-Noon (Rising grades 1-4) Jr. Volleyball-July 29-Aug 1, Monday – Thurs. 1:00pm-3:30pm(Rising Grades 3-5) MS Volleyball – July 29-Aug 1, Monday-Thurs. 1:00-3:30(Rising 6-8). Registration forms are available www.usm-wright.org.
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 atauswimcamps@ gmail.com and we will do our best to get back to you in a timely manner. Please visit our website atwww. auburnswimcamps.com.
Auburn University Sports Camps
Auburn, AL; www.auburntigers.com There’s no better way for your child to spend the summer than on the Plains attending an Auburn Tiger sport
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camp. From football and basketball to tennis and swimming, your child will learn fundamentals of team play, sportsmanship and skills of the sport ... all from Auburn coaches and players. Auburn University will once again offer baseball, basketball, equestrian, football, golf, gymnastics, soccer, softball, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field/cross country, and volleyball camps. Go to www.auburntigers.com/camps for registration.
ISR’s Self-Rescue Program, ISR teaches each child survival skills in conjunction with basic swimming lessons that give them the competence required to safely enjoy the water. Empower your child by enrolling him or her in ISR’s Self-Rescue Program....“The Sooner, The Safer”. Contact Pamela McPherson at 251-3914799 or email p.mcpherson@infantswim.com.
Gulf Coast Swimfants Infant Swimming Resource (IRS)
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.
Instructor-Pamela McPherson 251-391-4799, p.mcpherson@infantswim.com; www.infantswim.com ISR goes beyond traditional swimming instruction by teaching infants aged 6 months - to children 6 years-old ISR Self-Rescue them techniques designed to help them survive should they reach the water alone. With more than 40-years of research and development behind
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Mobile Parks and Recreation Department Community Activities
Location TBA, Mobile 251-460-2421; www.cityofmobile.org/parks Sport camps. Call 666-6404 or 666-6053 for more information or visit www.cityofmobile.org/parks or http:// www.communityactivitiesprogram.com.
Mobile Bay Sailing School
4295 Marina Dr North, Mobile AL 36605 251-709-4102, www.mobilebaysailingschool.com/ The Mobile Bay Sailing School will offer eight oneweek training sessions with the first session beginning in June. The program offers classes in Optimist and 420 class sailboats for beginner and experienced sailors, with opportunities for advanced students to race both classes of the boats in local regattas. •Students will develop basic nautical knowledge, boat handling skills, and respect toward the sea, weather and wind. •Each Student MUST know how to swim, and will be required to pass a swim test... swim 75 yards, tread water for one minute, and be able to put on a life jacket while in the water. •Students MUST be between the ages of 8 and 18. •A fun and safe learning environment at the Mobile Yacht Club facilities •Accomplished, USSA certified instructors. •Classes are one week, all-day sessions Monday through Friday. However, parents may choose to enroll students in half-day sessions if they prefer.2013 Dates: June 3rd-June 7th, June10th-June 14, June 17-June 21, June 24-June 28, July 8-July 12, July 22-July 26, July 29-August 2. Applications online at http://www.mobilebaysailingschool.com/.
Mobile Tennis Center
851 Gaillard Drive, Mobile 251-208-5181; www.mobiletenniscenter.net Offering summer clinics. Please visit www.mobiletenniscenter.net/clinics.php for clinic schedule.
Spring Hill College Sports Camps
Springhill College Campus, 4000 Dauphin Street, Mobile; www.shcbadgers.com/f/Camps.php Springhill College offers numerous sports camps. They offer Boys and Girls basketball camp, Soccer Camps, Baseball & Volleyball. Springhill College – Kickin It Up Friday – Free Community Soccer Camp (K-8TH grade), April 5, 12, 19 from 5:00-6:15. Preregistration encouraged – download registration form at www.shcbadgers.com/f/Camps.php Volleyball Camp – Grades 6th-9th, June 18-20, Head Coach Peggy Martin will host a basic skills camp. Monday & Tuesday 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Wedn, 9 a.m.-noon Spring Hill College Badgers Boys/Girls Summer Camps and other camps, please check our website http://www.shcbadgers.com/f/Camps.php for dates and rates coming soon.
St. Paul’s Sport’s Camps
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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.
University of South Alabama Sports Camps
The University of South Alabama offers many sport camps for area youth. 2013 Youth Football/Basketball Camp - June 10-12, 2013, at the University of South Alabama. The camp is open to 1st-8th graders. Campers will be separated by age-appropriate levels. Cost: $225 Time: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM For: 1st-8th Graders. Campers will spend half of the day in football camp and the other half of the day in basketball camp. http://
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www.jaguarsmensbasketball.com/combo-camp.cfm for information. Baseball camp: USA Stanky Field - 251-460-6970, www.jagbaseballcamps.com. June 10-14 9am-1pm, July 8-12, July 22-July 26 $175. Girls Basketball Camps- Shooting Camp (2nd-12th grade) June 24-26 9-12 $95, Elite Camp (8th-12th grade June 28-30 Cost $195 overnight, $150 commuter, 2013 Individual Day & Shooting Camps Grades: 2nd – 12th,June 3-6 (Monday-Thursday) Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Tuition: $120. For more information on these camps, please visit http://www.ladyjagbasketballcamps.com Football Camps -www.jaguarfootballcamps.com Joey Jones Football Camps at the University of South Alabama offer a wide variety of learning opportunities for football players. Located at the University of South Alabama football practice fields. Register at www. jaguarfootballcamps.com or call 251-445-4055 for more information Offensive & Defensive Line Team Camp- July 12th & 13th, 2013, Grades: 7th - 12th Check-In July 12th: 8:30 am - 9:30 am Check-Out July 13th: 11:00 am Cost: $200 per Individual. Joey Jones Football Camps 7-on-7 Camp - Dates: June 20 (Camp 1), July 10 (Camp 2), & July 11 (Camp 3)Grades: 9th – 12th, Time: Registration at 4:00, Time: 4:00 pm - 9:30 pm Location: USA Practice Field For information, visit www.jaguarfootballcamps.com. Soccer Camp: (251) 414-8252, 460-6035 www.jaguarsoccercamps.com Jaguar Soccer Camps are held each summer. Camps include Field Player Academy, Goal Keeper Academy, Wee Kicks Academy. Dates and times TBA – visit www.jaguarsoccercamps.com or call 414-8252. South Alabama Field & Track Camp Summer 2013 - South Alabama - Track Camp, Date (s): 6/10/2013 6/13/2013.(ages 9-19) Pole Vault, High Jump, Hurdles, Shot Put, Javelin, Hammer, Discus, Long Jump, Triple Jump, Distance. All campers will have the option of which events they want to train. Grades: 6-12. Cost: $105 if registered before June 4. Location: 1209 Mitchell Center. South Alabama Volleyball Camps – All skills camp7/08/2013 - 7/10/2013 $175Commuter (Meals included accordingly) $240 Resident (Grades 6-12), Junior Jags Camp -7/8 (Grades 1-5), $50, Position Camp – July 10-11 (Grades 7-12) $200 resident/$150 commuter. http://www.jaguarvolleyballcamps.com for more information.
Overnight Camps Alabama School of Math and Science - Summer 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 descriptions of camp sessions, rates, photos, and registration information, visit www.beckwithal.com.
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Camp Shine
205-638-5750, www.childrensal.org/WeightManagement 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 & crafts, dance and many other activities. If you are interested in having fun while learning how to become healthy then join us for Camp SHINE “2013” Sunday June 2-Saturday June 8, 2013, Location: YMCA Camp Hargis, 926 Hargis Drive, Chelsea, Al. 35043,Cost: $650.00. Please visit our website 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.
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 disabilities ranging from Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy, Paraplegia, Quadriplegia, Downs Syndrome, Autism, as well as mild, moderate and profound mental disabilities enjoy unique camping experience. Camp ASCCA offers campers a wide variety of recreational and educational activities, including horseback riding, fishing, tubing, swimming, environmental education, arts and crafts, canoeing, a “splash pad”, outdoor adventure elements like the zip-line, and much more. Provides weekend and weeklong sessions. Visit www.campascca.org for more information.
Riverview Camp for Girls
Mentone, AL 800-882-0722; www.riverviewcamp.com Recognized as one of the South’s favorite all-around 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!
Alpine Camp for Boys
Mentone, AL 35984 256- 634-4404; www.alpinecamp.com Alpine Camp for Boys is a Christian summer camp for boys located high atop Lookout Mountain. Since 1959, Alpine has welcomed boys to adventure and exploration amidst the massive rocks, rushing waterfalls, and deep woods of northern Alabama. During a summer at Alpine, a camper will make new friends, discover new interests, saddle a horse, climb a rock, build a campfire, but above all learn to “act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God.”
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Alpine, AL 800-65-COSBY; www.campcosby.org Our 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 also offers expedition adventure trips (ages 11-15) kayaking, canoeing, caving, rock climbing, and bouldering in central and north Alabama. Register online at www. campcosby.org.
Camp Dixie
Elberta, AL; 251-987-1201 www.campdixieministries.org; Located on the Perdido Bay. Available to children ages 6-14. Week-long and week-end 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, and campfires. Other activities may include model rocketry, large group games, sand volleyball and many more! Visit www.campdixieministries.org for more information and registration.
Camp Mac Summer Camp 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, many of our sessions are already full or may have waiting lists. “Loyalty” discounts and “Same Family” discounts also available. Register on-line and get all the details on session descriptions, dates, rates, camp activities and more. Find us on Facebook!
Camp Rap-A-Hope
2701 Airport Blvd., Mobile 251-476-9880, www.camprapahope.org One-week summer camp for children and teenagers ages 7-17 years who are battling cancer or who have ever been diagnosed with cancer. This camp is 100% FREE OF CHARGE. Sponsored by the Medical Society and The Alliance to the Medical Society of Mobile County in the state of Alabama and various corporate and individual donors. Campers usually reside along the Gulf Coast in the states of Alabama, Mississippi, Florida and Louisiana. Established 1985. For more information and registration call 251-476-9880 or visit www.camprapahome.org.
Camp Scoutshire Woods, Girl Scout Camp
Location: Citronelle (800) 239-6636; Website: www.girlscoutssa.org Dates: Week 1: June 9 – 14; Week 2: June 16 – 21; Week 3: June 23 - 28; Grades: 2nd – 12th grade Price: $325 - $400 Description: All girls 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.
Camp Seale Harris - Mobile
(Held at Camp Grace); 11081 Wanda Dr, Mobile 205-402-0415; www.southeasterndiabetes.org Camp Seale Harris, the cornerstone of the SDES organization, was founded in the summer of 1947 and remains a key component to successful diabetes management for
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Camp Skyline Ranch
Mentone, AL 800-448-9279; www.campskyline.com Enriching young girls in God, relationships, and self.
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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 Col-
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Camp Sugar Falls
(Held at Camp Grace); 11081 Wanda Dr, Mobile 205-402-0415; www.southeasterndiabetes.org Camp Sugar Falls is a week-long, day camp program for area youth diagnosed with diabetes. Swimming, recreational sports, developmentally appropriate games and activities, and of course diabetes education. SDES Camp Sugar Falls program has been a huge success and provides kids with the chance to learn about effective diabetes management, while at the same time allowing them to interact with other children living with this same illness. Camp Sugar Falls Mobile July 23rd—25th.
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 twoweek 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 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.
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Kamp Kiwanis, Girl Scout Camp
Located in Eclectic, AL 1-800 -39-6636; www.girlscoutssa.org Week 1: June 30 – July 5; Week 2: July 7 – July 12 Grades: 2nd – 12th grade, $300 - $450 Description: All girls 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.
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. Visit www.jubileebaptist.com.
McCallie Sports Camp
Chattanooga, TN 800-672-2267; http://www.mccallie.org McCallie Sports Camp is an action-oriented boarding
camp for boys ages 9-15. McCallie Sports Camp has become one of the most popular and successful camps of its type in the Southeast. A variety of athletic activities are combined with trips and other fun events. Emphasis is on fun, sportsmanship, and participation. Whether playing his favorite sport or learning a new sport, each camper leaves with a feeling of satisfaction and achievement -and has fun! For more information, Contact us by calling 800.672.2267 or email sportscamp@mccallie.org. Visit on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mccalliesportscamp.
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. Visit us at www.twinlakescamp.org for dates, rates, and more information, or call us at 601-845-6858.
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I wouldn’t touch the money until right before you write the checks. However, I don’t want you to follow my advice just because I said so. My mutual funds have made a little more than 16 percent this year. If they stay at that pace, or if they make just 10 percent during the first part of 2013, I’d want it to just sit there a while longer. Why not let the power of compound interest do its thing and make you as much money as possible? The biggest question is what are you going to do for cash after the first three semesters? Your son needs to make sure he’s working summers, and maybe even part-time during school, in order to fuel his education. And neither of you should borrow money to make it happen. You guys have gotten him off to a great start. So if he does his part there’s no reason for either of you to go into debt for his college degree! Q. I have $1,000 in credit card debt, a $12,000 car loan and owe my parents $20,000. The loan from my parents is causing stress because all I can afford to give is $200 a month. They don’t need the money, but they’d like to see it paid off. What can I do?
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than half of your yearly income? If so, then you have way too much money wrapped up in things that are going down in value. So, unless you’re talking about a super-expensive car, I’d say the answer on this one is no. The second question is this: Can you become debt-free, except for your home, in 18–24 months without selling the car? If the answer is yes, then I wouldn’t sell the car. There’s no reason to sell your car in this scenario, unless you just really hate the thing or need different transportation. In this case, it sounds like your car is a reasonable percentage of your income. I’d hold on to it and just save like crazy to kill off this student loan debt. With your income, it shouldn’t take more than a year.
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Land a Summer Job By Tanya Scherschel
It won’t be long until that final school bell rings, and you and your teenager will start thinking about a summer job. But don’t wait too long to start looking. The sooner you begin the better. Statistics show that summer youth employment has been dropping for the last decade and now stands at less than 50 percent. Not encouraging news if you also consider that several businesses, like community Parks and Recreation Departments, providers of long-time staple summer jobs like camp counselors, lifeguards, and concession stand workers, begin recruiting for their summer positions in January and February. So, what should a spring jobless teen and their parent do? Plenty!
Make a plan.
Don’t fret if your kid didn’t get that lifeguard gig he wanted. Brainstorm other places that hire teenagers. According to an article in The Wall Street Journal, “The sectors that traditionally employ younger workers are still the best bet: retail stores, hotels and restaurants.” Other venues also endorsed included: fast-food restaurants, because the recession has made cheaper outings more appealing; seasonal entities like Mobile Bay Parents I April 2013
ice-cream shops, and places in health care where, “teens under age 18 can find work as file clerks and cafeteria workers.”
Networking isn’t just for adults!
Networking, or talking to friends, has long been a jobseeker’s best friend for one reason: it works. When your teen decides to look for a job, encourage them to share this with the people around them. Toss the net far and wide to include friends, teammates, neighbors, grandparents, coaches, guidance counselors, and affiliations through church. Perhaps your teen might consider changing their Facebook status to “unemployed but looking,” and while they’re online, have them check out www.Teens4hire.org. This free site offers searchable databases on places hiring teens in your area, answers questions regarding whether or not they need a job permit, and provides a host of other job seeking information.
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an application, have them drop in and familiarize themselves with the tempo of the workplace. Note how the employees are dressed. Slacks and a tie or a skirt might be warranted for an office job, but a crisp, clean polo and khakis may suffice for others. Note when the place is busiest. Asking for an application during lunch-rush at a fast food restaurant or during half-priced Tuesdays at your local aquatic attraction is not a good idea.
Make a resume.
Teenagers usually haven’t acquired much formal work experience, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have plenty to offer. Putting together a resume with your teen, in fact, can be a very positive experience. Brainstorm with your child. Teenagers’ familiarity with technology can be so second nature that they take it for granted, but you can point out that the skills needed to speak fluent HTML or locate a missing file using Windows Explorer are not exactly common knowledge. Consider all of your child’s strengths: volunteer work, relevant studies, awards, and honors. Check out author and teacher Jeannie Withers at www. heygetajob.com for information about her teen job hunting book, Hey, Get a Job!, and to view her resume templates. Advertising: 251-304-1200
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Tanya Scherschel is a freelance writer in O’Fallon, IL. Her eldest child will begin working this summer as an umpire.
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Civil War Fort Gaines Historic Site, Dauphin Island. For more info call (251) 861-6992. www.dauphinisland.org. Concerts in the Park Sponsored by Mobile Pops Band. For more info call (251) 679-4876. www.mobilepopsband.com. Five Rivers Delta Resource Center April 1 – May 19. Apalachee Exhibit “Alabama in the Making: Traditional Arts of People and Place”. Ever wondered how to make goat stew? Or a pine needle basket to put your stew in? Well you are in luck, because 5 Rivers will be THE place to be to get information on Alabama folk art traditions when this traveling exhibit comes to the Apalachee Exhibit Hall. 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. Fort Conde Welcome Center Sponsored by Mobile Convention & Visitors Corp. Mobile. For more info call (251) 208-7658. www.mobile.org. Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center Government St. Mon. - Fri., 9 - 5; Sat, 10 - 5; Sun, noon 5. Adults (19 - 59)/ $14; youth (13 - 18) & senior citizens (60+)/ $12.50; children/ $12; Combo tickets include a viewing of an IMAX film: $18; $17; $15.50. HandsOn South Alabama (Formerly Volunteer Mobile, Inc.). For information on Local Volunteer Opportunities, contact 251-433-4456, www.handsonsal.org. Joe Jefferson Players Mobile. For information call (251) 471-1534. www.jjp.com. LODA Artwalk Second Fridays in Downtown – LoDa Arts District. Exhibitions (with receptions) and entertainment in a variety of downtown galleries and other venues. City of Mobile Neighborhood and Community Services. 6 - 9 p.m. Check NCS website for complete list of activities/map after noon the day of the event. For more information, please contact: 251-208-7443 or visit www. ncsmobile.org. Mobile Ballet For information about performances call (251) 342-2241 or visit www.mobileballet.com. Mobile International Speedway Irvington. For information call (251) 957-2026. www. mobilespeedway.com. Mobile Opera Mobile. For information call (251) 476-7372. www.mobileopera.org. Mobile Symphony Mobile. For information call (251) 432-2010. www.mobilesymphony.org. Oakleigh Museum House Mobile. For information call (251) 432-1281. www.historicmobile.org. Richards-Dar House Museum Mobile. For information call (251) 208-7320. St. Mary Parish Family Fridays Following the Friday night 5 p.m. Stations of the Cross & 5:30 p.m. Mass. Please join us for a great seafood dinner on each Friday during Lent, through March 22. Sponsored by St. Mary’s Knights of Columbus Council 13163. Fare each week: $7 adult dinner, $5 children’s dinner, includes beverage. Family Friday Dinners will be held in the St. Mary Catholic School Gymnasium located at 107 N. Lafayette Street. For more information, contact the church office at 432-8678, ext. 1. USS Alabama Battleship 2703 Battles Parkway, Mobile. (251) 433-2703. www. ussalabama.com.
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Classes/Meetings
APAC - Mobile County Adoptive Family Group Meets the 4th Friday of each month from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Regency Church of Christ, 501 S. University Blvd., Mobile. Parent, Youth/Teen Group and Childcare Is Provided. Topic Discussions & ceu’s for foster families are offered. For more information please call 251-4602727 * 1-800-489-1886 * or estokes@childrensaid.org. Azalea City Harmony Chorus of Sweet Adelines Meets/rehearses each Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Corner of Sage Ave. and Airport Blvd. For more info call 251-380-0579 or visit www. azaleacityharmony.com. Mobile Bay Area La Leche League Meetings are the second Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. The number to call for the location is 251689-2085. We can also be found on Facebook at mobile bay area la leche league. The Family Center of Mobile • Nurturing Parenting course Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., 12-wk rotating series. Call 251-479-5700 to register. • The Responsible Fatherhood Program (RFP) classes are Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 p.m., but REQUIRE ADVANCE INTAKE APPOINTMENT. • Mondays: Together We Can, a cooperative parenting course, 8 wks. • Tuesdays: Quenching the Father Thirst, a new ”dads are important” course for dads, 12 wks. • Thursdays: Controlling Ourselves Stress/Anger Management training, 4 wks. (one/month). 251-479-5700 for information on all Family Center classes. RFP classes require intake appt. IN ADVANCE. All classes are free and offer free childcare WITH 24HR RESERVATION. Night class includes supper and giftcards. All held at 601 Bel Air Blvd, Suite 100, Mobile. www.familycentermobile.org or www.Facebook.com/ FatherhoodProgramMobile. The Family Center of Baldwin County is located at 27365 Pollard Rd, Daphne. The Family Center of Baldwin County Mondays, 5:30-7:30 p.m.: Quenching the Father Thirst, (what every dad needs to know), 12 wks. Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Nurturing Parenting course teaches parenting skills such as praise & positive attention and building family closeness. 12-wk rotating series. Call 251-626-1610 for info on or to register for classes in Daphne, 27365 Pollard Rd, near the Y. Classes are free and offer free childcare WITH 24-HR RESERVATION. Night class includes supper and giftcards. Mobile Infirmary Hospital For complete information about class dates, times, and locations, or to schedule a tour of our maternity center, please call the childbirth education office at (251) 4352000. • Alzheimer’s Support Group Meetings for families and caregivers of patients with Alzheimer’s disease. Meets every second Thursday of every month. E.A. Roberts Alzheimer’s Center, 169 Mobile Infirmary Blvd. Preregistration Not required. Free. Call 251-435-6950 for more information. 10-11 a.m. • Birthing Basics Class This course is for parents who either have already experienced childbirth or who prefer to attend just one class because of time constraints. The four-hour weekend session (with breaks) includes a tour and all birthing information. The fee is $30 for patients delivering at Mobile Infirmary. Pre-registration is required; call 4352000. Every last Sunday of the month. 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. • Cancer Support Group Meets every 4th Tuesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. • Gastric Band Support Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month from 6-7 p.m.
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• Gastric Bypass Support Meets every 2nd Thursday of the month from 6-7 p.m. • Preparation for Childbirth Series This series of classes includes all aspects of labor including natural coping skills and epidural anesthesia. Class participants will practice comfort measures and learn about post-delivery and newborn care. A maternity tour is included. Providence Hospital: www.providencehospital.org Providence Hospital is pleased to offer a variety of classes on childbirth issues. All classes are located in Conference Room I (located just inside the main lobby doors of the hospital beside the Gift Shop) unless otherwise specified. To register for classes or for more information, you may call 639-2938 to speak with our Childbirth Educator, Kathy Wade RN, or email kwade@providencehospital.org. For Daytime Breastfeeding classes only, you may call Marcia Ranew RN, our Lactation Consultant at 633-1749 or email mranew@providencehospital.org. Support Groups • Providence Hospital Breast “Friends” Meets the second Friday of every month at noon in the Moore Conference Room. The Moore Conference Room is located in the cafeteria. Call Robi Jones for more information, 251-639-2852. • Diabetes Support Group Classes meet in the Diabetes Center, Suite D-436 in the Providence Medical Office Plaza. Call 251-633-1987 for more information. Spring Hill Medical Center: www.springhillmedicalcenter.com • Better Breathers Support Group Meeting For people with pulmonary disorders. Meets on the fourth Monday of each month. 2-3 p.m. Gerald Wallace Auditorium. For more information, call 461-2438. • Breastfeeding Class One Wednesday per month. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at The Family Center. Benefits of breastfeeding, getting started, going back to work and FAQs are covered. Call 340-7770 early to pre-register. • Childbirth Preparation Classes Four consecutive Mondays (6:30-9 p.m.) at The Family Center. Register early. The class covers onset of labor, inductions, Cesarean sections, relaxation, anesthesia and postpartum. Includes a tour of the maternity units. Cost: $25 if delivering at Springhill Hospital. Call 340-7769 early to pre-register. • Childbirth Preparation: Accelerated Course One Saturday per month. 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. at The Family Center. Ideal for those who live out of town or will be delivering soon. $25. Call 340-7769 early to pre-register. • Me, Too! A Tour for Siblings Noon on the First Sunday of the month. Join us for an individualized tour and instruction for siblings ages 9 and younger. The event includes a tour of the maternity areas and tips on helping parents with the new baby. Parents must remain with their children. By Appointment ONLY. Call 340-7769 to schedule an appointment. • Infant CPR Learn this potentially life-saving technique while you are pregnant or soon after your baby’s birth. Covers infant CPR and choking. $5 if delivering at SMC. 6:30 p.m. 8 p.m. The Family Center (Bldg. 2, Fourth Floor). Call 340-7769 early to pre-register. • NAMI Mobile Support Group A support group for family members of those who suffer from mental illness. Meetings are held the third Monday of every month. For more information: Diane Kent at 591-8021. 6-7 p.m., Spring Hill Baptist Church Activity Center. • Resolve Through Sharing For parents who have lost a child before or immediately after birth. Meets the fourth Monday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Gerald Wallace Auditorium. Call 460-5323.
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Family Calendar USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital www.usahealthsystem.com/usacwh Classes: Advance reservations are required and may be made by calling 415-1069. No children at classes, please. Class size is limited. Advanced payment required to secure your reservation. If you are expecting multiples or having a c-section, please call for additional class information. • Preparing for Childbirth All-day Saturday class for the expectant mother and her support person (coach). Topics include: pregnancy changes, labor, role of the support coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, vaginal and cesarean births, postpartum care, and a tour of the maternity areas. Fee per couple: $30. You should plan on beginning the 3-week series when you are approximately 28 weeks pregnant. Class will meet in the CWEB2 Building behind the hospital. Every other month, 9-2. • Childbirth in a Nutshell This class includes a brief overview of labor and a tour of the maternity areas. Class meets first Tuesday every other month from 6:30-9 p.m. in the CWEB2 Building behind the hospital. Fee per couple: $15. • Breastfeeding This one-night class is for expectant and newly delivered mothers and their support persons who want to learn about breastfeeding. Topics include advantages, myths and facts, getting started, correct positioning, latching on, engorgement, returning to work and problem-solving. Class meets second Thursday from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the CWEB2 Building behind the hospital Fee: $5. Registration Information: Payments are accepted by check, money order, cash and credit card. Make checks and money orders payable to USACW Education Department. Credit card payments are accepted by calling 415-1685. Mail payments for classes to: University of South Alabama, Children’s & Women’s Hospital, Education Department, 1700 Center St., Mobile, AL 36604.
Friday, March 22
Mobile Opera – Puccini’s Girl of the Golden West Mobile Civic Center Theater in downtown Mobile. 6 p.m. and Sunday, March 24 at 2:30 p.m. Information at www.mobileopera.org or 251-432-6772. Euridice Alvarez in Concert Guest Faculty Oboe Recital. USA Laidlaw Performing Arts Center. $5 USA students. $8 General Admission. Info at www.southalabama.edu/music. Annual Dauphin Island Gumbo Festival The highly-popular Gumbo Festival. The main site will be the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo’s location (right side of the road as you come on to the Island). There will be events throughout the weekend, beginning Friday afternoon. The highlight of the event, the Gumbo Cookoff, will be held on Saturday. Tickets will be available at area businesses, and the gates open at 10 a.m. More information to come. Times subject to change. Please visit http://dauphinislandcoc.com for more information. Phashion for Philanthropy 2013 Assistance League of Mobile will be presenting its signature fundraiser “Phashions” for Philanthropy, A Mobile Legacy, at 6 p.m., at the Marriott Mobile on Airport Boulevard. The theme of this year’s program, A Mobile Legacy, will feature Mardi Gras, Senior Bowl, Port of Mobile, Brookley Field, Distinguished Young Women, Azalea Trail Maids and Bellingrath Gardens. The event will provide a delicious dinner, guest speaker, and fashion show oriented towards both men and women with fashions provided by merchants from the Legacy Village. The program will end with the Assistance League Mobile Philanthropic Person of the Year Award. Other activities include a silent auction, wine and whiskey pull, opportunity table, and door prizes. For additional information, please visit http:// assistanceleaguemobile.org.
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Saturday, March 23
Spring Fling at Christ United Methodist Church Pictures with the Easter Bunny: 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. in the Pumpkin Patch area. Please be sure to bring your camera. Inflatables for children: 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. in the retention pond area. This is not a drop-off event. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Easter Egg Hunt: 10 a.m.until. Children of all ages are invited to search for eggs hidden on C-Sports and Recreation entrance fields. Our address is 6101 Grelot Rd. For more information, please visit www.christumcmobile.com. Springhill Baptist - Easter Egg Hunt on the Hill Springhill Baptist Church is holding an Easter Egg Hunt from 9 a.m.-12:00 p.m. For babies through 2nd Grade. Come enjoy arts & crafts, treats, egg hunts, pony rides, train rides and much more. (2 South McGregor Avenue) For more information, please visit http://www.shbc.cc. Annual Azalea Trail Run (ATR) COME RUN WITH US in late March down the streets of old Mobile, where in early spring the city is in full bloom. The pink hues of azaleas mingled with the white blossoms of dogwood and bridle wreath are everywhere in sight, and the sweet fragrance of purple wisteria drifts gently in the air. Thousands of runners race down the oak-shaded streets lined by magnificent old homes that evoke images of a time long past. For more information, please visit http://www.pcpacers.org/atr/. Easter Egg Hunts on Dauphin Island The Town of Dauphin Island has an easter egg hunt at Green Park starting at 10 a.m. For more information, please visit http://townofdauphinisland.org. Easter Egg Hunt 2013 at Bellingrath Annual Easter Egg Hunt on The Great Lawn. Thousands of Easter Eggs will be all over The Great Lawn for children to discover. There will be plenty of candy and treats for kids of all ages. Registration for the Easter Egg Hunts will begin at 9:00 a.m. on The Great Lawn. Children may participate in one of three Egg Hunts depending on their age:•Age 3 and under: There will be a continuous Easter Egg Hunt from 9:00 – 10:30.•Age 4-6: Easter Egg Hunt from 10:00 – 10:15.•Age 7-11: Easter Egg Hunt from 10:15 – 10:30. The Bellingrath Café will have a special snack area on Live Oak Plaza with all sorts of special Easter treats. A professional photographer will be available to take children’s Easter Portraits with The Easter Bunny from 9:00 – noon. The Southern Belle River Cruiser will conduct cruises at 11:00 and 2:00. The Easter Egg Hunt is opened to the public. Admission is free for members of the Friends of Bellingrath. Regular Gardens admission of $12 for adults and $6.50 for children ages 5-12 will be charged. Children under the age of 5 are always admitted free. Something Special - The Very Hungry Caterpillar Calling all children – Listen to the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and make special tissue and sequin butterflies. 10 at Moorer Branch Library. Registration is required for groups. For more information or to register, please call 470-7770 or email mlmref@mplonline.org. Location: Moorer/Spring Hill Branch. USA Physical Therapy Golf Tournament If you enjoy golf and want to add a twist of interest to your next round, join us for the USA Physical Therapy Golf Tournament. As many as 18 golf teams will tee off to help the kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® (20%) and the University of South Alabama Physical Therapy Class of 2014. In addition to the tournament, there will be great prizes, games, a silent auction, and lunch will be provided. Please contact Tiffany Pickett at tdp1102@jagmail.southalabama.edu or by calling (850) 748-2231 to register by February 23, 2013. Location: Spring Hill Golf Course, 8 a.m. Contact: Kenna McDaniel 850-791-0897 or kme1101@jagmail. southalabama.edu.Foodie Fest Mobile The Azalea Trail Foodie Fest will feature local and regional chefs, restaurants, caterers and culinary programs showcasing their talents and presenting some of the best cuisine on the Gulf Coast. The festival will
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include entertainment, a beer and wine garden, cooking demonstrations, culinary arts presentations, a marketplace featuring the latest “foodie products”, and so much more! 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Mobile Civic Center! So come hungry and bring the whole family to this celebration of FOOD! www.facebook.com/FoodieFestMobile. 3rd Annual Dauphin Island Gumbo Festival See March 22 for details.
Sunday, March 24
Miss Patty Cake’s Egg-strava-ganza Live and in concert at 3 p.m., followed by an egg hunt. Pick up your free tickets in the Church office. Government Street Baptist Church – 3401 Government Blvd. 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 how water is becoming an extremely sought after resource in Blue Gold. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center. 2013 Southern Literary Trail - The Dragon Painter Join special guests, Jacqlyn Kirkland, outreach education specialist for the Gulf Coast Exploreum & Science Center, Anthony L’abbate, preservation officer with the George Eastman House, Motion Picture Department, and Joanne Bernardi, associate professor of Japanese at the University of Rochester for a special screening of the 1919 silent film, The Dragon Painter and discussions on the works of Mobile author, Mary McNeil Fenollosa. This afternoon’s program is presented in conjunction with the Mobile Arts Council and the Mobile Public Library, and funded in part by the Alabama Humanities Foundation, a state program of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Admission is free. 2 -4 p.m. at the Ben May Main Library. For more information call 208-7097. For more information and full schedule of the 2013 Southern Literary Trail events, go to www. southernliterarytrail.org. Mobile Opera – Puccini’s Girl of the Golden West See March 22 for details.
Monday, March 25
Quenching the Father Thirst: The Father-Mother Partnership See Classes & Meetings section-The Family Center of Baldwin County for details.
Tuesday, March 26
USA Faculty Trumpet Recital Peter Wood, Faculty Trumpet Recital. USA Laidlaw Performing Arts Center. $5 USA students. $8 General Admission. 7:30 p.m. Info at www.southalabama.edu/ music. Quenching the Father Thirst: It Takes a Man To Be a Dad See Classes & Meetings section-The Family Center of Mobile for details.
Wednesday, March 27
Pre-K Studio-Paint Chip Art at Space 301 Children ages 3 – 5 and their parents will transform paint chips into colorful pieces of art. Pre-K Studio will take place in the CLA (301 Conti Street) Classroom from 1112. Call Brennan Gibson at 208 – 5658 or email cla.gibson@cityofmobile.org to sign up. Admission is free.
Thursday, March 28
Nurturing Parenting class: Creating Behavior Charts & Using Token Economies See Classes & Meetings section-The Family Center of Baldwin County for details. Emotional Intelligence: Techniques Planning a personal strategy, conflict resolution skills & problem solving.
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Saturday, March 30
Woodridge Baptist Church – Easter Egg Hunt We are located at 2700 Schillinger Road. The hunt will be from 10 a.m.-11:30. For more information, please visit http://woodridgebc.com. Easter Egg Hunt and Parade Activities kick off in Bienville Square at 10 a.m. We’ll have the egg hunt, kid’s karaoke, Easter Bonnet making, parade and other activities...all free. Easter in the Square Activities kick off in Bienville Square at 10 a.m. We’ll have the egg hunt, kids’s karaoke, Easter Bonnet making, parade and other activities. Free. Studio-Paint Chip Art at Space 301 Children ages 6-12 and their parents will transform paint chips into colorful pieces of art. Kids Studio will take place in the CLA (301 Conti Street) Classroom from 11-12. Call Brennan Gibson at 208 – 5658 or email cla. gibson@cityofmobile.org to sign up. Guest Faculty Percussion Recital USA Laidlaw Performing Arts Center. Justin Alexander at 5 p.m. $5 USA students. $8 General Admission. Info at www.southalabama.edu/music.
Sunday, March 31
Easter Egg Hunts on Dauphin Island A Community Easter Egg hunt will be held at Cadillac Square at 10 a.m. For more information, please visit http://townofdauphinisland.org.
Tuesday, April 2
Spring Concert: University of South Alabama Jazz Ensemble Come join us for a Spring Concert at USA. Director: Tracy Heavner. 7:30 p.m. University of South Alabama, Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. General/ $8, USA students, faculty and staff, senior citizens, children under 18/ $5. For more information, contact 251-460-6136 or visit www.southalabama.edu/music. 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 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 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.
Wednesday, April 3
Pre-K Studio – Space 301 Pre-K Studio is a free program that allows children ages 3-5 and their parents to explore contemporary art and music. Activities are designed to stimulate young minds while offering cross curriculum learning opportunities with fun projects. Children will read The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle and decorate a pot to plant their own seeds in. Free at 11 a.m. Call Brennan Gibson at 208 – 5658 or email cla.gibson@cityofmobile.org to sign up. Brown Bag in Bienville Square Spring has sprung in downtown Mobile! Come out and listen to the soothing Sounds of live jazz as you lunch in Bienville Square. Wednesdays through May. 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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8th Annual Electroacoustic Music Concert Director: David Durant. 7:30 p.m. University of South Alabama, Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. General/ $8, USA students, faculty and staff, senior citizens, children under 18/ $5. For more information, please contact: 251-460-6136 or visit www. southalabama.edu/music.
Thursday, April 4
University of South Alabama Spring Congert: Brass Ensemble Director: Peter Wood. 7:30 p.m. University of South Alabama, Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. General/ $8, USA students, faculty and staff, senior citizens, children under 18/ $5. Contact: 251-460-6136/ www.southalabama.edu/music.
Friday, April 5
Art Lounge – Space 301- Spray Paint Paintings Art Lounge is a collaborative and creative experience for the whole family. Join us at Space 301 every Friday between 6 – 8 p.m. for a drop-in night of creating and drawing. Collaborate with friends at the Draw-It Table to find out what happens when we draw together or participate at the Make-It Table with constantly changing weekly projects! All ages welcome! Art Lounge - Spray Paint Paintings 4/5 Participants will experiment with different techniques to create paintings using acrylic and spray paint. Springhill College Soccer Announces 2013 Free Camp Dates Spring Hill College has announced the schedule and dates for its annual free co-educational “Kickin’ It Up” Youth Soccer Camps for all players K-8th grade. There will three Friday afternoon camps at Library Field on the campus of Spring Hill College on April 5, 12 and 19, with each camp running from 5:00-6:15 p.m.Camp sessions will be run by the coaching staff and players of Spring Hill College while stressing basic skills, games and competition, but the focus will be on having fun while playing and learning the game of soccer. All skill levels are encouraged to attend. Walk-up registrations are welcome, but advance reservations are encouraged. To register or if there are additional questions please contact SHC Head Women’s Soccer Coach Christian DeVries at (205) 3804472 or cdevries@shc.edu. Registration forms and the camp’s itinerary can be printed under “Camps” at www. shcbadgers.com.
Saturday, April 6
Kids Studio – Space 301 Pre-K and Kid’s Studio is a free program that allows children ages 6-12 at 11 a.m. and their parents to explore contemporary art and music. Activities are designed to stimulate young minds while offering cross curriculum learning opportunities with fun projects. Children will read The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle and decorate a pot to plant their own seeds in. Free. Call Brennan Gibson at 208 – 5658 or email cla.gibson@cityofmobile.org to sign up. 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 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
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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 go to http://www.mobilebaymustangclub. org. Beyond Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) at 5 Rivers Becoming an Outdoors Woman ( BOW ) is coming to the grounds 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 handson 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, Birdwatching, and Beekeeping. $50pp, registration required. See webpage for information and details: http://www.outdooralabama. com/outdoor-dventures/Events_for_women/bow/ beyondbow.pdf. Civil War Trust Park Day 2013 – Dauphin Island 251-861-6992. www.dauphinisland.org. Fee for attractions only. Historic Fort Gaines. 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.
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Richards DAR House Spring Garden Party Hat Contest-Raffle-Music-Hors D’oeuvres -Cash Donation Wine Bar. This event takes place from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. at 256 North Joachim Street. Admission $20 donation. Please visit www.richardsdarhousemuseum for more information. Ying String Quartet Mobile Chamber Music. 3 p.m. University of South Alabama, Laidlaw Performing Arts Center. 251-476-8794/ music@mobilechambermusic.org www.mobilechambermusic.org. Just Desserts opens Spring Settings at Oakleigh Historic Mobile Preservation Society will host Just Desserts from 2 until 4 p.m. at the Oakleigh Historic Complex. Just Desserts will be the preview opening for Spring Settings at Oakleigh, a tablescape exhibition presented at Oakleigh during the month of April. Spring Settings at Oakleigh will feature tablescapes designed by local antique dealers and gift shop owners. Featured designers include: Front Parlor - Claude Moore Jewelers; Music Parlor – The Ivey Cottage; Library – David Sanders of Catherine Bailey Antiques; Children’s Room – The Gilded Nest; Batre Bedroom – Yellow House Antiques; Warming Kitchen – Antiques at the Loop and Oakleigh Dining Room – Historic Mobile Preservation Society. Admission to Just Desserts is $10 per person and will include a tour of Oakleigh and a dessert buffet featuring homemade desserts. Tickets may be purchased at The Gift Shop at Oakleigh, by calling the HMPS office at 432-6161, or on-line at www. historicmobile.org. 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.
Monday, April 8
Easter Sunrise Service at Bellingrath Gardens As the sun rises over Bellingrath Gardens and Home on Easter Sunday please come and enjoy a special Sunrise Service with friends and family on Live Oak
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Plaza between the Bellingrath Home and the Boehm Gallery. The service will begin at 6:30 a.m. and is opened to everyone in the community. During the service an offering will be collected to benefit The Interfaith Hospitality Network – The Family Promise Ministry. The volunteer ushers and greeters are from the membership of Central Presbyterian Church and Dauphin Way United Methodist Church. Complimentary admission will be given to guests from 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 a.m. Chairs will be set up, but guests may bring their own chairs. A continental breakfast will be available in the Magnolia Café from 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Tuesday, April 9
Centre for the Living Arts - Storytime & Craft West Regional Branch of Library Instructors from the Centre for the Living Arts will help children, ages 3 - 5 create beautiful art projects inspired by children’s literature. This month’s project is Black Line & Watercolor Paintings. Space and materials are limited. For more information or to register, please call the Children’s Department at 340-8571. Program will be held in the Meeting Room. Location: West Regional Branch 10 a.m. for ages 3-5; 3:30 for ages 6-13. 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.
Wednesday, April 10
Pre-K Studio-Space 301 Pre - K Studio - open to children ages 3-5. Free. 11 a.m.Children will create unique paints using found objects. Call Brennan Gibson at 208 – 5658 or email cla. gibson@cityofmobile.org to sign up. Spring Concert: University of South Alabama Symphony Orchestra Director: Robert J. Seebacher. 7:30 p.m. University of South Alabama, Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. General/ $8, USA students, faculty and staff, senior citizens, children under 18/ $5. 251-460-6136/www.southalabama.edu/music. 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 May Main Library 12 - 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. Brown Bag in Bienville Square See April 3 for more information
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 p.m. 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,
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please visit http://www.rmhcmobile.org/little-black-dress. Paul Taylor Dance Company 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). Contact: 251-208-5600/ www.mobilesaenger.com. Spring Concert: University of South Alabama Flute Choir Director: Andra Bohnet. 7:30 p.m. University of South Alabama, Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. General/ $8, USA students, faculty and staff, senior citizens, children under 18/ $5. Contact: 251-460-6136/www.southalabama.edu/music. 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
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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.
Friday, April 12
Arts Alive! Arts Alive! Mobile’s downtown Arts Festival plans to continue to make “art happen” once again this coming Spring. The festival offers three days of varied
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Family Calendar 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, 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. For more information, please visit http://www. artsalivemobile.com. LODA Artwalk Exhibitions (with receptions) and entertainment in a variety of downtown galleries and other venues. City of Mobile Neighborhood and Community Services. 6 - 9 p.m. LoDa Arts District (LOwer DAuphin St.) Check NCS website for complete list of activities/map after noon the day of the event. Contact: 251-208-1550/ www.ncsmobile.org. Springhill College Soccer 2013 Free Camp Dates See April 5 for more information
Saturday, April 13
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. Location: Mobile Botanical Gardens, 5151 Museum Dr. Please visit http:// mobilebotanicalgardens.org. Life at the Fort-Dauphin Island 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. Russian Revolutionaries: Mobile Symphony Conductor: Scott Speck. Program: Prokofiev: Alexander Nevsky; Tchaikovsky: Symphony 5. Saturday, 8 p.m. Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Saenger Theatre (6 S. Joachim St.) $15 - $55. Students K-12 free admission to matinee when accompanied by paying adult; download Big Red Ticket from MSO website. Tickets: 251-432-7080. Contact: 251-432-2010/ www.mobilesymphony.org. Mobile Pops in Concert – Cathedral Square The Mobile Pops will perform at 5 p.m. in Cathedral Square. All concerts are free to the public. Friends of the Library Book Sale The Friends of the Library Book Sale will take place in the Civic Center West Lobby from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. & Sunday, April 14, 1 - 6 p.m. Donations now being accepted at all branches. Call 251-208-7902 for more information. Arts Alive! See April 12 for more information.
Sunday, April 14
Running for St. Jude – Bellingrath Gardens Your legs can save lives. 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. The course is a scenic, flat certified 5K course outside of Bellingrath Gardens along Rebel Road. Also a One Mile run/walk. For more information, visit www.active.com. Bella Voce Concert – Spring Melody 4 p.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (4051 Old Shell Rd). Free. 251-414-8194/ http://bellavoceofmobile.org. 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 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.
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Russian Revolutionaries: Mobile Symphony See April 13 for more information. Arts Alive! See April 12 for more information. Friends of the Library Book Sale See April 13 for more information.
Monday, April 15
Spring Concert: University of South Alabama Percussion Ensemble 7:30 p.m. University of South Alabama, Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. General/ $8, USA students, faculty and staff, senior citizens, children under 18/ $5. 251-460-6136. www.southalabama.edu/music.
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Wednesday, April 17
Wednesday Art Club - F. Scott Hess - Make Your Own Story Instructors from the Mobile Museum of Art will help children ages 7 and up create beautiful art projects inspired by Mobile Museum of Art exhibits. Artist F. Scott Hess wanted a unique family history, so he created 400 years of it, including family portraits, detailed lineage and heirlooms. If wondering if your ancestors were pirates or kings or superheroes sounds like fun, then come to this Art Club to make that idea a reality. Toulminville Branch of the Library, 4-5 p.m. Registration is encouraged. For more information or to register please call 438-7075. Brown Bag in Bienville Square See April 3 for more information.
Thursday, April 18
Aladdin –St. Paul’s School The wonderfully talented St. Paul’s Players present this year’s Spring Show, Aladdin, Jr! with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice. Disney’s classic hit is musical fun for the entire family. Enjoy the choral melodies of Arabian Nights and Prince Ali. Watch as Aladdin and Princess Jasmine escape from the evil Jafar in One Jump Ahead, and as they fall in love with A Whole New World. Laugh and sing along as the Genie transforms Aladdin in Friend Like Me! This bright, fastpaced, fun-filled show will be presented, under the direction of Jody Powell, in the Monte L. Moorer Theater at St. Paul’s Episcopal School on April 18-20. Show times are at 7 p.m. April 18-20 with a matinee at 2 p.m. on April 20. Tickets are $10 and go on sale March 18. For more information, please call the school at 251-342-6700 or email Catherine Inge - cminge@ stpaulsmobile.net. 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. Presentation and Booksigning: John Sledge Author of Southern Bound: A Gulf Coast Journalist on Books, Writers, and Literary Pilgrimages of the Heart. Historic Mobile Preservation Society. 5:45 p.m. Refreshments. 6 p.m. Program. Oakleigh Mansion (350 Oakleigh Pl) HMPS members/ free; nonmembers/ $10. 251-432-6161/ hmps@bellsouth.net./ www. historicmobile.org. Spring Concert: University of South Alabama Wind Ensemble Conductor: Greg Gruner. 7:30 p.m. University of South Alabama, Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. General/ $8, USA students, faculty and staff, senior
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citizens, children under 18/ $5. 251-460-6136 /www.southalabama.edu/music. Thursday Art Club - F. Scott Hess - Make Your Own Story Ben May Main Library is the location. The time is from 4-5 p.m. Registration is encouraged; please call the Children’s Department at 208-7086. For more information, see April 17.
Friday, April 19
Cyrano de Bergerac – University of South Alabama Since Coquelin toured America in the play in 1900 with Sarah Bernhardt, productions have been celebrated as one of the classic versions of a great and secret love story. Fluid, funny, and yet fragile, the production survives on sheer “panache.” Antony Burgess’ translation and adaptation of this deeply romantic comedy. The play will be on: April 19, 20, 25, 26 & 27 at 7:30 p.m., April 21 at 2 p.m. at The Laidlaw Performing Arts Center is located on the corner of University Boulevard and USA Drive South. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call (251) 4606306 or visit www.southalabama.edu/drama/index.html. Springhill College Soccer Announces 2013 Free Camp Dates See April 5 for more information. Aladdin –St. Paul’s School See April 18 for more information.
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 251-5446100. 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. Community Health and Wellness Fair We invite you to attend this FREE health and wellness fair. Friendship Missionary Baptist Church 545 Cody Road North Mobile. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information, please contact: FeAunte Preyear: 251-6489773 or fpreyear@usouthal.edu. 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. 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. The Music of Queen by the Mobile Symphony Orchestra Mobile Symphony Orchestra; conductor: Brent Havens; with full rock band and vocalist Brody Dolyniuk. 8 p.m. Saenger Theatre (6 S. Joachim St.) Tickets to see The Music of Queen range from $35 - $83 and limited box seats for $100. Tickets are on sale at the Mobile Symphony Box Office, 257 Dauphin Street, or charge by phone at 251-432-2010 or online at mobilesymphony.org. Something Special - Let’s Fly a Kite! Calling all children – Listen to a story about flying kites
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Family Calendar and then make your own paper bag kites to fly outside the Library. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch 10:30 a.m. Registration is required for groups. For more information or to register, please call 4707770 or email mlmref@mplonline.org. 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. Azalea City Bonsai Society - Spring Regional Bonsai Exhibit The Azalea City Bonsai Society of Mobile is hosting the Tri-City Bonsai Exhibition at the Library today. The show will be a formal exhibit of 50+ bonsai trees from across the region. Bonsai artists will be available to discuss the horticulture and art of bonsai and provide educational information to the public. West Regional Branch from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information please call 208-7097. Cyrano de Bergerac – University of South Alabama See April 19 for more information. Mobile Botanical Gardens Marketplace Saturdays See April 13 for more information. Aladdin –St. Paul’s School See April 18 for more information.
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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 honey bees in Bees: Tales from the Hive. Cyrano de Bergerac – University of South Alabama See April 19 for more information.
Monday, April 22
Jazz Jamabalya: Rifftide – The conversations of Albert Murray and Papa Jo Jones Mobile writer and music essayist Albert Murray recorded conversations with Alabama-born jazz drummer Papa Jo Jones between 1977 and 1985; then collaborated with New York writer Paul Devlin to edit the conversations into a book, Rifftide: The Life and Opinions of Papa Jo Jones. Excerpts from the taped conversations and live jazz, with Devlin as a special guest. Presenter: MOJO (Mystic Order of the Jazz Obsessed) and the Southern Literary Trail. A Southern Literary Trail Trailfest 2013 event. 6:30 p.m. Gulf City Lodge (601 State St.). Free. Funded in part by the Alabama Humanities Foundation, a state program of the National Endowment for the Humanities. 251-459-2298/ www.mojojazz.org.
Tuesday, April 23
The Eugene Walter Lecture by John T Edge James Beard Award winner John T Edge (Southern Foodways Alliance) inaugurates an annual Eugene Walter Lecture Series that examines Southern cooking, named for the Mobile author of several cookbooks, including the American Cooking: Southern Style published by Time-Life. Presenter: Historic Mobile
Preservation Society and the Southern Literary Trail. A Southern Literary Trail Trailfest 2013 event. 7 p.m. Oakleigh (300 Oakleigh Pl.). Funded in part by the Alabama Humanities Foundation, a state program of the National Endowment for the Humanities. 251-432-1281 (HMPS)/ www.southernliterarytrail.org.
Wednesday, April 24 Brown Bag in Bienville Square See April 3 for more information.
Thursday, April 25
Art After Hours An informal gathering - with refreshments - for everyone involved or interested in any of the arts. Coordinated by Mobile Arts Council but each quarterly event is hosted by a different organization/ business. Historic Mobile Preservation Society. 5:30 - 7 p.m. Oakleigh (300 Oakleigh Pl.). Free, but if you plan to attend, email hanaya@mobilearts.org by Mon., Apr 22. 251-432-9796/ www.mobilearts.org. Cyrano de Bergerac – University of South Alabama See April 19 for more information.
Friday, April 26
Springhill Sidewalk-a-thon The Village of Spring Hill’s Second Annual Sidewalk-athon (by and for kids). Please join us from 3-4 p.m. for the start Line Party. The walk begins at 4 p.m. The Finish Line Party will be from 4-6 p.m. and the walk will begin at Moorer Branch Library and end at Lavretta Park. The Pirates of Penzance USA Opera Theatre presents Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance. Thomas Rowell, director 7:30 p.m. University of South Alabama, Laidlaw
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Saturday, April 27
Spring Market on the Square Opening day of Spring Market on the Square from 7:3011:00 a.m. Shop for the freshest crop in town! This time of year is our favorite because you can get locally grown: tomatoes, potatoes, sweet corn, cantaloupe, watermelon, seafood, flowers, plants, baked breads, pasta’s casseroles, pies, handcrafted goods and so much more. Stay for live music on the green! Each Saturday through July 28th. For more information, please call 208-1558. The Pirates of Penzance 3 p.m. See April 26 for more information. 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. Earth Day Mobile Bay The Mobile Bay area celebration of Earth Day is inspired by the worldwide and national Earth Day,
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which promotes environmental citizenship and steers environmental awareness around the world. Planned are environmental displays, films and exhibits, educational activities for children and adults, plus great live music and activities! Free Fun for the entire family! Bring computers, old TV’s, analog TV’s, other obsolete or broken electronics and other items for recycling. Totally free admission and free BRATS bus rides from off-site parking. Fairhope Pier Park from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Infirmary Twilight Duathlon Join us for the Infirmary Twilight Duathlon, 2 mile run/10 mile bike/2 mile run. Relay Teams Welcome! Come join the 2-mile Fun Run! PRO Health Fitness Center, 166 Mobile Infirmary Blvd. Start time 5 p.m. After Party 6 - 9 p.m. For more information, visit http://www.infirmaryduathlon.racesonline.com. 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 Saturday 11 – 6, Sunday: 12 – 4. Location: 1621 Virginia St, Price: $5 admission. For more information, please visit http:// mobilecrawfishfestival.com Cyrano de Bergerac – University of South Alabama See April 19 for more information. Mobile Botanical Gardens Marketplace Saturdays See April 13 for more information.
Sunday, April 28 2013 Mobile Crawfish Festival See April 27 for more information.
Tuesday, April 30
Spring Concert: University of South Alabama Symphony Band Conductor: Ward Miller. 7:30 p.m. University of South Alabama, Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. General/ $8, USA students, faculty and staff, senior citizens, children under 18/ $5. 251-460-6136/www. southalabama.edu/music.
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May 19. The Original Tale of Peter Pan (encore). Commedia del Arte, Partnered with The Mobile County Community Activities Acting Class, Presents The Original Tale of Peter Pan. Davidson High School Lecture Hall, 4:30 p.m. Admission: $10 in advance, $12 at the door, Children 10 and under $5, Children five and under admitted free. Benefits The National Federation of the Blind. For more information and tickets, visit www.commediadelarte.org, or call 251510-0654.
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The Fashion in Kids Books
As new parents, we dress our babies in the sweetest, cutest clothes the minute they leave the hospital. As long as they will let us, we put them in the clothes we like, because we know the fashion clock is ticking. There quickly comes the time when our child says, “I don’t want to wear that”, the time when they start making their own fashion choices. Sometimes it’s a cringe-worthy combination of PJ pants, cowboy boots and a puffy vest. Sometimes they prefer an eye-blinding blend of fuschia, turqouise and camouflage anything. It’s the beginning of our children starting to see clothes as an outward extension of themselves – the same way adults do. Offering kids a new way to look at what we wear and why, the following titles feature colorful stories that revolve around articles of clothing.
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The New Sweater
by Oliver Jerrers (Penguin) In a world full of Hueys who all look alike, and think alike, it’s hard to stand out. But one Huey, named Rupert decides to knit himself a sweater. And wearing it, he distinguishes himself from the rest of his peers. The other Hueys think Rupert’s new look is a bit odd. But Gillespie thinks the sweater is cool – and knits one that he can wear, too. Soon the look catches on and Hueys everywhere are sporting the same sweater. No longer viewed as odd, but rather a trend-setter, how will Rupert stand out from the crowd now? Jeffer’s simply-drawn, wildly expressive world of Hueys is the perfect landscape to illustrate the power of one brilliant orange sweater to make an individual fashion statement.
Lost and Found
by Bill Harley Illustrated by Adam Gustavson (Peachtree) Kids know what it means to have a favorite clothing item…and what it means to lose it. For parents (and kids) who have turned the house upside down before school in the morning seeking the elusive hatshirt-scarf-whatever, this title will strike a familiar chord. When a boy loses a special cap knitted by his Grandmother, he begins an all-encompassing search to find it before her visit. He discovers a mountain of items, separated from their owners in the school ‘Lost & Found’. But to get to through the avalanche of stuff and find his hat, he must cultivate a relationship with the school’s crusty custodian. His hat-search evolves into a mission that reunites classmates with things from the box, and finding homes for unclaimed items along the way. A warm celebration of natural attachments to favorite clothing, ‘Lost and Found’ is a great kids’ book find!
Laundry Day
by Maurie J. Manning (Houghton Mifflin) A poor shoeshine boy is hawking his services (without much success) on an early 20th century city street when a red scarf floats down around his shoulders. Looking up, among the clotheslines strung between the city’s buildings, he realizes that it’s laundry day and the scarf could have dropped from a host of neighbors’ lines. Climbing fire escapes, shimmying up drainpipes, the shoeshine boy carries the scarf from balcony to balcony seeking its owner. He meets people from different cultures and countries as he navigates through buildings filled with immigrant families. The boy’s journey to return the scarf becomes more than a goodwill mission, it opens up a world of discovery with its own rewards.
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Oz The Great and Powerful
The Incredible Burt Wonderstone
MPAA Rating: PG Overall: B+ Violence: C+ Sexual Content: B Language: B+ Alcohol / Drug Use: BThe MPAA has rated Oz The Great and Powerful PG for sequences of action and scary images, and brief mild language. Creating a prequel for a movie as legendary as the classic 1939 movie The Wizard of Oz takes a fair amount of ego, but then ego is what Oz The Great and Powerful is all about. Oscar Diggs (James Franco), known on the traveling circus circuit as Oz, is a minor-league magician and con artist with a mediocre show. He aspires for greatness but only the kind that comes with adulation and not ethics. At each stop, he woos women with a slight-of-hand trick, a cheap trinket and a story about his dead grandmother. Knowing he’ll be moving on soon, he doesn’t worry about any kind of long-term commitment. Then, while trying to escape the angry boyfriend of one of his conquests, Oz is swept away in a tornado and roughly deposited in an enchanted land that shares his moniker. He’s surprised to discover his arrival has been foretold and that the good people of Oz believe he will restore peace in the land by disposing of the evil witch. The helping part of the prophecy doesn’t interest him but the room full of gold that comes with the role does. Trying to find the easiest way to rid Oz of the witch and snag the prize, he sets off down the yellow brick road with a flying monkey (voice by Zach Braff) as a companion and baggage carrier. Although there aren’t any talking lions, scarecrows or tin men in this adventure, Oz encounters a broken china doll (voice by Joey King) and three witches, Theodora (Mila Kunis), Evanora (Rachel Weisz) and Glinda (Michelle Williams) who all see possibilities in the illusionist but aren’t sure if he can live up to the reality of what he can be. It is Oz’s transformation from indifferent to actively engaged that becomes the essence of this visually stunning story. Yet like the original movie, Oz The Great and Powerful isn’t aimed at young children.
MPAA Rating: PG-13 Overall: CViolence: C Sexual Content: C+ Language: D+ Alcohol / Drug Use: CThe MPAA has rated The Incredible Burt Wonderstone PG-13 for sexual content, dangerous stunts, a drug-related incident and language. I’m not sure if signing on as a Las Vegas lounge show is a wise career move or a last ditch attempt to be on stage. In the case of Burt Wonderstone (Steve Carell) and his long-time friend Anton Marvelton (Steve Buscemi) it appears to be both. As young magicians they ink a deal on the Vegas Strip that brings the illusionists enough fame, free sex and cash to compensate for at least some of the loss of self-esteem they suffered because of being bullied during grade school. But after 10 years their routine has grown as uninspired as the velvet, rhinestone-studded suits they wear on stage. And their audiences are also dwindling. Outside on the streets a new attraction has come to town. Steve Gray (Jim Carrey) doesn’t do traditional magic. Instead he captures the attention of passersby with outrageous stunts like slitting his cheek open with a knife, walking on hot coals and inciting fights. Gray’s goal is to shock rather than entertain, and both his cult following and cable ratings are on the rise. While it is hard to see what kind of competition could possibly exist between these two very different presentations, the hotel owner where Burt and Anton work is so impressed when he sees Steve Gray refuse to urinate for a week that he tells the pair to up their game or he’ll cut their contract. However the Burt and Anton’s “magical friendship” has always been a bit tenuous and when their own publicity stunt fails, they find themselves out of work and on the opposite ends of an argument. Unfortunately for Burt, he’s also out of money. Looking for any job he can find, he reluctantly accepts a gig as an entertainer in a retirement home where he meets Rance Holloway (Alan Arkin), the magician who inspired him as a boy. This parody of lounge acts and reality television never quite captures its comedic timing and often falls as flat as the duo’s one-liners. The film’s concept of poking fun at everlasting Vegas entertainers, and the message of staying current and knowing when it’s time to reinventing yourself, should have resulted in many magical moments. Sadly the potential laughs in this movie just disappear with a puff of smoke.
What Parents need to know about Oz The Great and Powerful...
Violence: A man attempts to beat up another character. A character is swept away in a tornado, then later crashes and is washed over a waterfall. He is attacked and bitten by small creatures. Characters experience numerous moments of peril involving large fantasy creatures, monsters and witches. A community is destroyed and invaders kill many people - only aftermath of event is shown. Soldiers with spears attack. Characters are thrown against walls and down stairs. Fireballs and fireworks are used as weapons. A woman is captured and chained in front of a public gathering. A character is repeatedly shocked with an electrical-like current. A woman falls out of a window. Sexual Content: A character lures a woman into his room and kisses her with the promise of a job. It is implied he has done this with others and he frequently attempts to woo many women (without a commitment). Couples kiss. Veiled sexual jokes are included. Language: The script contains a couple of brief curse words and several uses of name-calling. Alcohol / Drug Use: A character drinks while on the job. Mobile Bay Parents I April 2013
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Violence: Frequent “magic” acts involve dangerous and easily mimicked situations including drilling a hole through your skull with a power tool, laying naked on hot coals, cutting yourself with a knife and pounding a nail with your forehead. In another scene two men fall to the ground from a cage dangling that is dangling a crane -- one lands on top of the other resulting in injuries. Sexual Content: A man uses his performing credentials to easily bed women; in one scene we see the beginning of sexual activity. Other sexual remarks are heard. Stage crew undresses a woman as she is rushed into a costume -- we see her in underwear. Language: The script includes one sexual expletive, other scatological terms, moderate and mild profanities along with terms of deity. Drugs/Alcohol: Social drinking is seen. 64
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