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Newest Recommendations on Food Allergies Food allergies are an overreaction of your immune system to a protein found in a certain food. The majority of allergic reactions are caused by eight food types: cow’s milk, eggs, fish, peanuts, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat. In most cases, food allergies become evident in young children who can outgrow them, but food allergies can also show up for the first time in adulthood. Food allergies can present a number of ways. You may have a relatively mild allergic reaction, like hives, to a certain food– but after being exposed to the same food once again, you may experience a more severe allergic reaction, called anaphylaxis. Symptoms of an allergic reaction can range from vomiting or stomach cramps to hives, trouble breathing, wheezing, and feeling like your throat is closing. When the latter occurs, it’s called anaphylaxis and is a medical emergency. People with food allergies should be managed by an allergist. If the allergist recommends an Epipen, it should be carried around at all

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times. I cannot stress the importance of this enough. Time is of the essence in the event of an anaphylactic reaction, and the sooner the Epipen can be can injected, the better the outcome for the person. If a child is old enough, I would recommend they carry the Epipen in their pocket or backpack. The newest studies on food allergies look at younger siblings of a child with a known food allergy. Previously, physicians recommended waiting until 1 year old to introduce high risk allergy foods such as eggs, peanut butter, and seafood. More recent studies, however, have found that introducing children to these food groups earlier has actually decreased the incidence of food allergies. So, if you have a child with a food allergy and are expecting a new baby, talk to your child’s pediatrician or allergist about specific ways to introduce foods safely to your baby. One takeaway for parents of children who do not have food allergies is that you don’t have to be strict about waiting until 1 year old to

introduce certain foods. In fact, the only foods to exclude in your infant’s diet until 1 year old are raw fish and honey. Of course, it’s important to introduce foods safely– and always be mindful to avoid choking hazards when considering bite sizes. At your child’s check up visits, be sure you ask your pediatrician about how to expand your infant’s diet and if there are any specific considerations for your child as you introduce baby foods and table foods. Be vigilant as your child is trying new foods. If you see any possible signs of an allergic reaction, contact your doctor. If your child is having trouble breathing, call 911 or go to the closest Emergency Room immediately. Jennifer Adair, M.D., was born and raised in Mobile. She joined Children’s Medical Group in July 2013 and currently practices at their Airport office. Jennifer and her husband, Cory, reside in Mobile with their sons, Finn and James Albert, and their three dogs, Barkley, Fitz, and Roo.

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MCPSS Employee Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

Barton Academy Walking Field Trip

Ninth graders, Oliver Johnson and Chance Lockett, sit to begin a chess match in the teen section of the Ben May Main Library. These young men are part of a small group that ventured out on the first walking field trip from Barton Academy since it reopened in August. They and a few of their peers enjoyed lovely fall weather, got to eat a picnic lunch on the steps of the beautiful Ben May building, and then delve into research on their National History Day projects. Barton Academy and the Ben May Main library are partners in education, and this is the first of what will likely be many, many walking field trips to and from the library and the new magnet middle school.

Larry Mouton, Assistant Superintendent for Workforce Development for Mobile County Public Schools, was honored recently with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Alabama Association for Career and Technical Education. LTC Robert F. Barrow (right), MCPSS Director of Army Instruction, presented the award as immediate Past President of ALACTE. Mouton has overseen MCPSS career and technical education programs for the last 12 years.

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Mary G. Montgomery High School Donates Items to Hurricane Victims

Mary G. Montgomery High School collected items to help residents of south Louisiana affected by Hurricane Ida. Players from the Vikings’ basketball and football teams helped unload five pallets of water -some of which was donated by local Walmart stores. An MGM teacher who is from the Houma, La., area volunteered to haul the donations to south Louisiana for distribution in areas hardest hit by the storm.

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Old Shell Road Indian Housing

Mrs. Billiot's 4th graders a Old Shell Road made DAUBs and WATTLEs at home to model the housing of the Indian settlers of Alabama (Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Creek).

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Barton Academy Teachers Wear Space Camp Flight Suits on First Friday

Some of the Barton Academy teachers wore their flight suits from Space Camp on our first Friday of the year to greet our students and offer learning experiences that are out of this world! The adventure has begun at Barton Academy! Pictured are Nicole Bolton, Dr. Megan McCall, Dr. Amanda Jones (principal sporting our Barton blue), and David Dai.

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Dunbar Welcomes New Principal

Dunbar Magnet School of Performing and Creative Arts would like to congratulate Marshall Hunt for becoming our new Principal for the 2021-2022 School year. He is a very accomplished citizen in Mobile County and a suburb educator. Welcome to our tiger family!

Dunbar Welcomes New Assistant Principal

Dunbar Magnet School of Performing and Creative Arts would like to congratulate Amanda Browning for becoming our new Assistant Principal for the 2021-2022 School year. She is an attribute to MCPSS as well as our school. Thank you for joining our staff and we appreciate you!

Dunbar Welcomes New Art Teacher

Dunbar Magnet School of Performing and Creative Arts would like to congratulate Mrs. Carren Quinn for becoming our new Art teacher for the 2021-2022 School year. We look forward to masterful creations and instructive creativity!

Takes On Life. Arielle has a severe blood disorder called sickle cell anemia hemoglobin SS. While her condition is high risk and complex, she manages her disease well with medication and a monthly red blood cell exchange at the Alabama Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders at Children’s of Alabama. Our team of over 300 dedicated pediatric healthcare professionals is committed to exceptional patient care and innovative research – and driven to find cures for kids like Arielle.

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Fourth grade students at St. Dominic Catholic School spend the year learning all about Alabama History. Throughout the year they learn about different state symbols. The first symbol they focused on was the camellia, our state flower. Students will take turns hanging the symbols on the state flag bulletin board in their classroom.

UMS-Wright Students Participate in Selfless September

For the month of September, UMS-Wright is focusing on the core character value of being selfless. We are asking all our UMS-Wright students and families to join us in focusing on others. As our students selflessly serve others we ask for them to share with us any acts of kindness that is seen, received, and/or participated with others to help show the incredible selflessness of our UMS-Wright community. To kick off the initiative, many students wrote letters and drew pictures for the military men and women at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center who were wounded in the suicide bombing at the Kabul airport!

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The St. Paul's Episcopal School Service Leadership class planned a school-wide fundraiser to raise money for Hurricane Ida relief. Over $7,400 was raised! Go Saints!

St. Paul's Raises Money for Hurricane Ida Relief

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Heart of Mary Catholic School Alumnus to Teach Students about Technology

We are so very blessed and excited to welcome back to campus Nick West, HOM Class of 2012 and McT Class of 2016! Nick received a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Master’s degree in Cyber Security from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. He currently works for Siemens, with offices in both Huntsville and Mobile. Nick returns HOMe to teach our students that our world is entrenched in technology and a working understanding of it will help with anything they do in life. He’s here to teach them not only the basics but also what he thinks they should know as they prepare for high school and college! Nick created his first websites his Junior year at McT, and now specializes in Cloud systems in particular. Fun fact: Nick recently placed 3rd in the WORLD at the DEF CON hacker convention, finishing only behind China and Korea (1st and 2nd respectively) who both had full teams!

St. Mary Catholic Patriot's Day Honors First Responders

St. Mary honored first responders with an invitation to neighbors and friends at the Lafayette Street Fire Department. The morning began with Mass and was followed by a presentation on the school campus. The students and faculty enjoyed quite a show with three fire trucks including a demonstration of the ladders reaching high into the sky toward St. Mary's bell tower. St. Mary offers prayers for all families who lost loved ones 20 years ago in the horrific attacks on our nation, 9/11/01. Pictured, Mobile Fire Rescue EMT, J.T. Williams takes a moment to greet St. Mary students.

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Faith Academy Welcomes Students

Mrs. Dollar and Rambo welcomed our 6th grade students on the first day of school. We are so happy to have all our Faith families back with us! We pray everyone has a blessed year.

Former Corpus Christi Student Builds Buddy Bench for School’s Playground

During the summer, Zackary Kuehn, a former student at Corpus Christi Catholic School, built, painted, and installed a Buddy Bench on their playground for his Eagle Scout project. Zachary selected the school and the buddy bench project because he wanted to give back to the place where he had happy memories—playing on the playground. He said this about his project, "A lot of time and love went into the project, and I'm hopeful the students will use it for its intended purpose. If it helps even one child make a new friend or feel less lonely, it will have been worth it."

MCPSS Counselors Receive Recognition

Two MCPSS schools and the three counselors who serve them have been honored with the highest recognition of achievement for school counselors. Pillans Middle School, represented by counselors Malinda Gray and Darlene Lewis and principal Jacinda Hollins, and Scarborough Model Middle School, represented by Lewis, counselor Apryle Williams and principal Rashad Stallworth, were presented with the Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) Award, a national honor given to schools dedicated to delivering data-driven, student-focused, solution-based school counseling programs. Pillans and Scarborough are the first two MCPSS schools to receive the award, which is presented annually by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA). Gray, Lewis and Williams are pictured with Mobile County Board of School Commissioners President Dr. Reginald Crenshaw and District 4 commissioner Sherry Dillihay-McDade.

Barton Academy Students Collaborate

Our ninth graders worked collaboratively to create their agreed-upon ideas of what Barton Explorers should strive to be, the mission of the school, and their class and individual goals for this inaugural year. They voted on them and will present them to the principal for consideration as we begin our adventure at Barton Academy. Here is a photo taken on the second day of school, as one group presented to the other in groups and then they voted on their collective statements. Mobile Bay Parents I October 2021

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St. Ig Pro Life Ambassadors

The St. Ignatius Pro Life Ambassadors have been named for the 2021-22 school year. These Ambassadors will lead the ProLife movement for this year and spearhead projects. They will also lead the fall and spring 40 Days for Life campaigns. Pictured are James King, Patrick Weems, Sam Hecker, Charlie Kidder, Bryce Ward, Barrett Porter, Clay Partridge, Mary Fran Rigrish, Mae LaCour, Bear Zeidan, Sam Meador, Thomas Beckmann, Andin Choquette and Cate Vulevich.

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Davidson High School Academy Ambassadors

Congratulations to our 2021 – 2022 Davidson High School Academy Ambassadors! Ambassadors serve the school in many different capacities, including assisting with recruitment, speaking with business partners, and helping with academy events throughout the year. Students must be selected for the position after applying and interviewing with our Academy Specialist, Sara Martin. Abigail Amick, Rani Badve, Chelsea Cooper, JaMeriyah Davis, Amelia Diaz, Anna-Marie Fulton, Olivia Gwin, Celina Hall, Madison Hunter, Kayla Johnson McBryde, Jimmie Beth Kuntz, Kiara Lynch, Anna-Caroline Martin, Jordan Martin, Fatma Mohamed, Jasmine Ngo, Samantha Singleton, Aidan Toomey, Chase Travis.

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E.R. Dickson 5th Grade Safety Patrol

Congratulations to the 5th grade students from Ms. McBryde’s Class, Ms. M. Williams’ Class, and Ms. Walley’s Class at E.R. Dickson that were chosen to become Safety Patrol members for 1st Semester. Thank you to sponsors, Ms. Kristie Elderkin and Ms. Latoya Williams for working with these students. Chandler Andrews, London Powell, Taylor Carey, Jeremiah Reed, Phyllicia Evans, Sophia Ryder, Aiyana Frazier, Bella Sage Salazar, Hope Hatcher, Breanna Sharpe, Nicholas Lockette, Jameir Swopes, Sophia McGraw.

E.R. Dickson 5th Grade Safety Patrol

Congratulations to the 5th grade students from Ms. Butler’s Class, Ms. Savell’s Class, and Ms. Miller’s Class at E.R. Dickson that were chosen to become Safety Patrol members for 1st Semester. Thank you to sponsors, Ms. Kristie Elderkin and Ms. Latoya Williams for working with these students. Zoey Ervin, Soraya Magee, Londyn Franklin, Rico Nixon, Kellin Gonzalez, Berenice Palacios, Jasmyne Horner, Justice Payne, Samaria Jones, Aiden Robinson, Minh Lien, Samora Serrano, Savannah Logan, Joyce Williams.

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Old Shell Road Launches First Media News

The Old Shell Road School of Creative and Performing Arts Broadcast Media Team launched their first Wake Up Star News segment September 7, 2021. The new season is under the direction of the visual arts teacher, Ms. Monica J. Beasley, and the theater teacher, Ms. Charlene Lehman. The students love having this opportunity to utilize some of the skills they have learned in class and showcase their talents.

New Heart of Mary Catholic School Principal Receives Special Blessing by Father Dan

Heart of Mary Catholic was blessed to have Father Dan Good celebrate the first school Mass of the new year! Father Dan explained the parts of the Mass, prayers and responses as we went and gave our new Principal, Mrs. Johnson, and faculty a special blessing. It was beautiful to see our students, Board members and parents join in for the blessing as well!

Although Mrs. Johnson is not new to the HOM family, our amazing community has welcomed her into her new role with much love and support.

McGill-Toolen National Merit Semi Finalists

Congratulations to McGill-Toolen Catholic seniors Milligan Grinstead and Dillon Delany for being recognized as National Merit Semi Finalists! Mobile Bay Parents I October 2021

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Phillips Prep Student Named Semi-Finalist in NASA’s Essay Contest

Zariah Haque, an 8th grade student at Phillips Preparatory is a semi-finalist in NASA's 2021 Moon Pod Essay Contest in which she imagined leading a one-week expedition at the Moon’s South Pole. Zariah was tasked with writing about the types of skills, attributes, and/or personality traits that she would want her Moon Pod crew to have and why. NASA has provided each student who participated a signed digital certificate, and each semifinalist will get the chance to learn even more about Artemis through a series of virtual Artemis Explorer Sessions with NASA experts, along with an Artemis prize pack filled with fun educational materials. Congratulations Zariah!

Welcome, New St. Mary Faculty Team Members!

St. Mary Catholic School welcomes the newest members of the Mustang faculty team! Pictured are Mandy Boyle, First Grade B; Savannah Holland, Spanish; Juli Reece, Middle School Science; Barbara Cobb, PreK 3B Assistant; Grace Kaiser, Middle School ELA; and Karen Cortopassi, PK3A.

Cottage Hill Christian Academy Annual Big and Little Buddy Meet Day

The CHCA Big and Little Buddies met for the first time in late August as a kick-off to this annual tradition. Every year a little buddy (kindergartner) is paired with one or two big buddies (seniors) for our Big and Little Buddy investment program. These buddies will have several opportunities throughout the year to get to know one another in a relationship that brings memories lasting far beyond gradation. This school year, the buddies brought gifts and smiles to greet one another. As they ate donuts outside, the big and little buddies were able to spend time getting to know each other’s favorite things and to enjoy learning about each other.

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Allentown Elementary September GATOR Kids

Pre-K – 2nd Grade: Front Row – Hayden Culbreth, Owen Cabugawan, Camille Jones, Alexis Stanley, Avery Godfrey, Charleigh Sievering. Middle Row - Kimberly Denton, Harrison Palmer, Catriona Stacey, Mattie Nicolaidis. Back Row – Paisley Knighten, Abigail Snyder, Wyatt Cook, Eva Jones, Makenly Frost. Not Pictured – Harley Williams, Trey Stokley, Justice Bolton. 3rd – 5th Grade: Front Row – Makel Johnson, Isaac Stewart, Alauna Mitchell, Chloe Howell, Yesica Varas-Andres, Lucas Graham, Farrah Hunt. Middle Row - Fabian Figueroa-Dieppa, Brianna Ford, Emilyn Beardon, Mikenzie Louisias, Ahnalia Rodriguez. Back Row- Jorge Galvan, Tremendous Campbell-Scott, Tia Turner, Jachin Pace, Simmie Yarborough, Gabrielle Hughes. Not Pictured – Mallory Swain.

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Cottage Hill Christian Academy T.A.L.L. Representatives

Congratulations to Miss Grace Anne Taylor and Mr. Hunter Gibson for being selected to represent CHCA in the 2021 – 2022 T.A.L.L. Program sponsored by South West Mobile County Chamber of Commerce. T.A.L.L. Program participants are selected based upon academic performance, school activities, and community involvement. Upon completion of the program, participants will be eligible for several scholarship opportunities. During the program, participants receive first-hand knowledge of local economic, political, and social issues impacting the community and will garner leadership skills by building relationships with community leaders. T.A.L.L. is an exclusive program offered to hardworking, exemplary high school students with a desire to expand their horizons and their exposure to businesses and organizations around Southwest Mobile County. CHCA is very proud of these seniors for being selected to represent Cottage Hill Christian Academy this academic year.

MCPSS Students Learn about Aviation and Engineering

Middle school students around the county are learning about aviation and engineering through the We Build It Better program. The program, developed by Flight Works Alabama and its industry and educational partners, is designed to inspire the next generation of leaders in the aviation and engineering fields. The program began with a team-building challenge -- writing given words as a team without touching the marker, as the students shown here from Denton Magnet School of Technology are doing. They then began building their own model Wright Brothers planes. They have since been tackling other challenges and learning about the aviation engineering process.

American Miss Jr. Teen Queen

Baker High School freshman Jaycee Parker was recently named the National American Miss Jr. Teen Queen for the state of Alabama! The former TaylorWhite Elementary and Causey Middle student also won overall best resume, academic achievement and talent, and will be attending the national pageant in November, representing the state of Alabama.

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200th Win for St. Paul's Volleyball Coach

St. Paul's Volleyball Coach Lisa Marston earned her 200th career win! Coach Marston is entering her fifth season with St. Paul’s volleyball. Marston has spent over half of her life either playing or coaching volleyball. Collegiately, Marston played Division 1 ball at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. From UNC she became a college assistant and later head coach at Division 1 Davidson College and later at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. After moving to Mobile in 2007 she became involved with coaching club volleyball with Mobile Storm on their elite teams and took over the St. Paul’s program in 2015. In 2017 she secured a state championship for the Saints. List is looking forward to another competitive season with a strong returning squad and talented newcomers!

Corpus Christi Student Presents Flag to Principal

Sarah Ryan, a 7th-grader at Corpus Christi Catholic School, presented Mrs. Martin, the school principal, with a flag that was flown over the Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, on May 28th of this year, in honor of the school. The flag was a gift from Sarah's father who serves in the Navy and was stationed in Afghanistan at the time.

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St. Dominic Student Council

Congratulations to our St. Dominic 2021/2022 Student Council: President - Sophie Ward (pictured); Vice President - Blane Barre (pictured); Secretary - Monica Kohnen (pictured); Treasurer - Caroline Howell (pictured); Prayer Leader - Heaven Gray (pictured); 8th Grade Representatives - Stephen Heim/ Justin Vu; 7th Grade Representatives - Anna Nguyen/ Ian Gatlin; 6th Grade Representatives - Avery Ward/ Izzi Hadley; 5th Grade Representatives Helena Nguyen/ Beck Connell.

UMS-Wright Students Named to Cum Laude Society

Students who fall into the top 10% of the senior class based on the academic weighted GPA are placed on a blind ballot to determine who among this group will be inducted into the Cum Laude Society during the fall semester. The ballot includes information about each student's performance on standardized test scores and their current course enrollments. UMS-Wright is the only school in Mobile with a Cum Laude Society and one of only three in the state of Alabama (382 total chapters in 7 countries). Congratulations to the inductees who are pictured here (l to r): Willis Walker Willcox, Katelyn Isabel Mergulhao, Grace Michele Lyons, Ann Gray Jeffery, Caroline Sophie Block, Eleanor Marchant Moore, Larom Segev, and Jay Harton Murray. Mobile Bay Parents I October 2021

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St. Ignatius Blazer Ceremony

St. Ignatius started out this year with the 8th grade Blazer Ceremony. This ceremony is special because it honors the leaders of our school starting with Mass. Each student received a cross to wear on their lapel. The "Communion" of our 8th grade leaders is to lead by example using the virtues as their guide. Pictured here with Dr. Shields are Cate Vulevich, Kate Bender, Camille Elebash and Andin Choquette.

Davidson HS Students Place in DWY Program

Congratulations to the following Davidson High School students: Ansley Duke, Sophie Formwalt, and Torrance Goleman. These students participated in the Distinguished Young Women of Mobile County Scholarship Program in the summer of 2021. Sophie and Ansley both finished in the Top 8. Ansley was also named Top Scholar and finished 3rd for the Community Service Award. Finally, Torrance Goleman won the Talent and Fitness Award. Davidson High School is proud of these young women for representing our school so well!

E.R. Dickson 4th Grade Safety Patrol

Congratulations to the 4th grade students at E.R. Dickson that were chosen to become Safety Patrol members for 1st Semester. Thank you to sponsors, Ms. Kristie Elderkin and Ms. Latoya Williams for working with these students. Retaj Al Mahrouqi, Kassidy Scott, Nigel Bassa, Caylee Seals, Parker Edwards, Hung Spencer, Ayoub Hamdan, Ashlyn Stewart, Gunner Holifield, Ashton Thompson, Jalyesia Holloway, Ayden Ward, LaRiyiah McKind, Joyden White, Brennan Powell, Sicily Wilson.

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Clark-Shaw Magnet Teachers Awarded Grants

Patricia Houston, 7th grade science teacher at Clark-Shaw Magnet School, was recently named a 2021 Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Winner and awarded a grant worth $10,000. Pictured with her are Mandi Richardson and Nick Cavalier from Shell Chemical and Timesha Taylor-Jackson, principal of Clark-Shaw Magnet School. The grant will fund supplies and equipment for our school’s life science lab. This marks the second award for our school from Shell Chemical this year. Melissa Story, 6th grade science teacher, was named the middle school grand prize winner for the 2021 Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge.

Barton Academy Inaugural 9th Grade Class

While the popular Barton Academy hashtag may be #UndertheBartonDome, the 9th grade students at Barton recently ventured out on top of the historic landmark perch for a birds-eye view of Mobile! Yes, the inaugural 9th grade class climbed up and out to be photographed in their blazers atop their beautiful new school. As Explorers, they are preparing to be globally minded, innovative, and bold agents of their own learning. This class escapade was a unique way to capture the shared excitement near the beginning of what is sure to be a noteworthy and path-forging chapter of their education journey. It also established a 9th grade tradition for future Explorers to look forward to experiencing. Adventure awaits, indeed!

Sorority Members Donate Supplies to Heart of Mary Classrooms

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Members of the Mobile Alumni Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, all alumnae of Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic School, make a generous donation at the start of each school year. Our alumnae provided many items for the teachers to use in their classrooms to enrich skills in Math, Reading, and Writing. Heart of Mary Catholic continues to be blessed by the Sisters of Delta Sigma Theta, our alumni and community. Thank you for all you do for our school! Pictured (l to r): Emily Robinson, Shirley Watson Colston, Principal, Mrs. Johnson, Bessie McMillion, Roxanne Odom and Anna Watson.

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St. Pius Students Visit Grotto

First grade took advantage of a beautiful day and made a trip to the Grotto to pray to our Blessed Mother with a sequence of Hail Mary’s!

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Phillips Prep IB Learner of the Week

Phillips Preparatory 8th Grader TaMya Franklin is our first IB Learner of the Week! One of the IB learner profiles is being “Open-Minded.” TaMya demonstrates an eagerness to listen to others, understand them, and perhaps have an open discussion on another point-of-view. Mrs. Wakefield nominated her for this award, and she states, “TaMya is wise beyond her years, and she is not afraid to explain, educate, and speak out against injustice and the important roles we play in society to better ourselves and our community.” www.mobilebayparents.com

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STEM Celebration Assembly at Clark-Shaw

A special STEM Celebration Assembly took place on September 3rd in recognition of Clark-Shaw Magnet School’s attainment of Cognia's prestigious STEM Accreditation in 2020. A professional science entertainer, Michael Green (a.k.a. the Science Machine) from Science for Everyone performed for our 8th grade students. Science for Everyone (SFE) is an Atlantabased science and technology company dedicated to inspiring future leaders, scientists, mathematicians, innovators and engineers. Our students enjoyed this interactive show and got excited about STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) content and possibilities!

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Cross Country starts a new season with the Faith Academy Banana Relays. Girls came in 1st in the 4x2 mile and our boys finished in 3rd in the 4x2 mile relay. Congratulations to both teams!

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Archbishop Visits St. Dominic to Celebrate School’s 60th Anniversary

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St. Dominic Catholic School was honored to have Archbishop Rodi and Miss Gwen Byrd visit our campus to celebrate our school's 60th Anniversary! Archbishop Rodi began the day celebrating Mass with our school family. He and Miss Byrd then visited all classrooms with Mrs. Michener and Fr. Driscoll to spend some time with our students. The students enjoyed showing off how much they have learned so far this year! Archbishop Rodi was so impressed that he granted all grade levels 30 minutes of recess time!

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St. Pius Welcome-Back Treats!

We cannot thank Father Savoie enough for bringing The Hotdoghery and Southerncream to campus as a welcome back treat for all students, faculty and staff. Students had the opportunity to place their own orders at both trucks! Even a little afternoon rain didn’t stop the fun and smiles. Thank you, Father for all you do for your school!

UMS-Wright Spreads Awareness for Childhood Cancer on September 3rd

Each year, UMS-Wright joins families and organizations across the country in observing Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Our “Yellow Day" began twelve years ago as a celebration of the legacy and life of UMS-Wright student, Krisanna Roberts. Krisanna spread sunshine to all who knew her, and she lived kindness. Yellow Day is a time to promote positive living in all that we do. As we spread the yellow spirit, we hope to brighten the days of all families at UMS-Wright while spreading awareness of childhood cancer!

St. Dominic Run Club

Fifth grade students at St. Dominic Catholic School have the option to join Run Club with their teachers, Mrs. Spafford and Ms. Mohler. Both teachers are runners and participate in marathons both locally and out of state each year. The students will meet weekly to practice and then finish with a 5K at the Christmas Nights in Lights. Way to go Eagles!

Let’s GO Faith Rams!

We are so excited that Friday Night Football is back at Faith Academy! We had the pleasure of recognizing all of our wonderful seniors at the second home game. We hope each of you have a great Senior Year! Mobile Bay Parents I October 2021

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St. Mary Families Collect Items for Hurricane Ida Relief

St. Mary families donated items to our neighbors who were affected by Hurricane Ida. Our Early C: brought in diapers and baby wipes, K through 2 brought in deodorant and soap, 3 through 5 shampoo and conditioner, and middle school families brought toothpaste, toothbrushes, and shaving needs. St. Mary offers continued prayers for all families affected by this storm.

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Dual Enrollment at CHCA Increased 340% Cottage Hill Christian Academy partners with the University of Alabama, the University of South Alabama, and the University of Mobile to offer dual enrollment opportunities for all high school students who wish to participate. Since the 2018 - 2019 school year, CHCA’s dual enrollment numbers have increased 340%. This is a remarkable investment made by the students! CHCA is blessed to be able to offer this educational opportunity to students and is thankful so many have chosen to take advantage of this learning experience.

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Davidson HS Welcomes New NJROTC Naval Science Instructor

St. Pius Holds 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

St. Pius X students assembled at the American flag as a part of their 9/11 remembrance ceremony.

WP Davidson High is the only JROTC program in MCPSS certified for combined PE & Career Prep credit for 1st year 8th & 9th grade JROTC students, and the program is excited to welcome a new face! Master Sergeant Reed English, USMC (Retired) will be Davidson’s NJROTC Naval Science Instructor. Master Sergeant English served on active duty as a noncommissioned officer between 1987 and 2010. During that time, he supported his fellow Marines in Infantry as a Recruit Drill Instructor and Battalion Supply Chief. He subsequently earned a B.S in Communications from Florida State University and has many years of superb NJROTC teaching experience at Pine Forest High, Washington High and his alma mater Escambia High in Pensacola, Florida. As WP Davidson High NJROTC's Naval Science Instructor, Master Sergeant English will teach Naval Science 1 (Leadership, Followership, Motivation, Relationships, Citizenship, Responsibility, National Defense, Physical Fitness) and Career Prep to all 8th graders and 9th graders enrolled in NJROTC from Admiral Denton Magnet middle school and WP Davidson High.

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Clark-Shaw Magnet School Athletics

After a year in which volleyball and football seasons were canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, our athletic teams are truly excited to kick off their competitive seasons! Our volleyball team, coached by Mrs. Tamara Dailey-Woods, and cheerleaders, coached by Ms. Angela Taldon, have been performing in our recently renovated gym. Earlier this summer, the gym was dedicated to long-time Shaw High basketball coach William C. “Bill” McElroy, who coached at Shaw from 1965 to 1993.

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Phillips Preparatory students in Ms. Doggette and Mrs. Fosnight's classes took part in a 5,000-year-old forensics Investigation in the school's outdoor science lab. Students rotated to different stations to evaluate evidence and determine the most probable timeline of events.

St. Mary Student Blessings!

As the St. Mary Catholic School community came back together as one family, St. Mary Pastor, Father Stephen Vrazel spread the joy of holy water and blessings throughout St. Mary's. From St. Mary's Early C to 8th grade, all students and teachers received blessings in their classrooms, on the playground and in the cafeteria to bring the new school off to a great start.

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Before becoming a parent, the idea of disciplining children seemed fairly straightforward. It follows logic that if you set limits, use consistency, and respond firmly, but lovingly, children will learn to correct their behavior. As I became a more experienced mother, I quickly learned that traditional methods of discipline, such as time outs, do not work with every child, every time. Thinking outside of the traditional methods of discipline and trying new and creative consequences may improve behavior. Here are some ideas:

1) Buy it back - Toys left on the floor

after the designated pickup time will be confiscated by a parent. Children will be allowed to buy back each item for $1. (www.notconsumed.com) If the children are not earning an allowance, they may do something extra around the house to earn the item back.

2) Practice makes perfect - When

chores aren’t done to the parent’s standards, have kids “practice” doing it over and over again until they become an expert. (www.imom.com)

3) Silly faces - “If siblings were fight-

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other. They would end up laughing and forget what they were fighting about to begin with,” says Marianne Lincoln, mom of five.

4) Team spirit - Siblings who fight can

also be assigned projects or chores to work on as a team. By the end of the day, they will have learned to work together.

5) Open door policy - If your teen

continues to slam the bedroom door when angry, take away the privilege of privacy and remove the door for a week.

6) Donations - If your kids consistently

leave clothing on the floor, collect it for donation to a local charity. If they decide they aren’t ready to donate it yet, have them pay you what it would cost them to buy it from a thrift store. (www.parenting.com)

7) Safety first - It is not safe to drive

when people are shouting and making a commotion in the car. If the kids are too rowdy, pull the car over and wait silently until they are quiet.

8) Take time - If your child is dawdling

and makes everyone late, have them sit out of the fun when you arrive for the same amount of time they wasted at home.

9) Early to bed - If the child has a bad

attitude and you suspect it’s because they are not getting enough sleep, move up bedtime by 5 minutes each time you need to remind them to improve their behavior.

10) Kid’s choice - When children misbehave, try allowing them to choose their own consequence. This method gives them control over their fate, teaches them to think about their actions in the future, and makes imposing the consequence easier. 11) Stand alone - If the child will not stop tipping his chair at dinner, simply take the chair away and have him stand while he eats. (www.notconsumed.com)

12) Teach respect - “I have a friend that has her children wash the other’s feet if they are being disrespectful to each other,” says Shannon, mom of three.

With some patience, a sense of humor, and some creativity, parents can use the art of creative consequences to teach their children in a fresh and memorable way that will have lasting results. MBP Sarah Lyons is a freelance writer with work published in parenting publications through the U.S.

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Should You Read Your Kid’s Texts? You’re sitting there minding your own business when a nearby phone buzzes. U up?, it says, beckoning you closer. Only, it’s not your phone—it’s your kid’s. Do you pick it up? Do you “accidentally” swipe the screen for a closer look? If you’ve made up your mind—yes, you read your kid’s texts, or no, you don’t—more power to you! But if the question prompts a cascade of conflicting emotions, self-serving justifications, and guilt, we can help. Like every other aspect of raising kids in the digital age, the answer is complicated. (And if your kid is “BC”—before cellphones—use this as a chance to prep for the next phase.)

Should I read my kid’s texts?

Reading your kid’s texts is part of responsible parenting. But there’s only one scenario (described below) where we think it’s okay to do it without telling your kid. Most kids view their phones as their personal property, and it can become a proxy for their blossoming independence. So don’t sneak. Maintaining trust—especially in the vital years leading up to the teens—is critical to a healthy relationship (and it goes both ways). Your kids may not like it, but they’ll respect you for being honest. They’ll also understand your point of view better if you explain why you want to see what’s on their phone: It helps to keep them safe. Since so much of kids’ lives happens on devices, we need to keep tabs on whether their relationships are healthy, whether the content they’re seeing is age-appropriate, and even when they’re using their phones (such as when they’re supposed to be sleeping or in school). If you’ve already established the routine of spot checks, your kid should be expecting them. If not, make it clear it’s for their safety and that keeping them safe is part of your job. It reinforces your media rules. How can you tell they’re following your rules if you can’t see the evidence? You need to make sure they’re texting with people they know and that their relationships and activities are Mobile Bay Parents I October 2021

mostly positive. Tell your kid what you want to peek at and what you’re looking for. A few examples: • Texts show you whom they’re talking to and at what times. They’ll also provide a sense of whether the interactions are mostly beneficial. • Apps show you their online activities: what they’re reading, playing, listening to, and sharing. • Settings, including the ones on the phone and in individual apps, show you how they’re protecting their privacy, whether they have location services on or off, and even how much time they’re spending in their apps.

It lets you know when they’re ready for more responsibility. The better they manage their online lives, the more you can loosen the reins. If they’re following your rules, such as asking for permission before downloading apps, not hacking your parental controls, and overall conducting themselves responsibly, the spot checks can become less frequent—and maybe you can ease up on other restrictions they’ve proven they can handle.

What are the downsides of reading my kid’s texts?

It’s just one piece of the puzzle. As much as we’ve been told that our kids are living online, they also very much live in the real world. The contents of their phones will give you some clues—but they could be misleading, taken out of context, or misunderstood. Yes, it can be hard to get your tween talking sometimes, but keep making the effort. An effective way to engage them is by asking what their friends are playing 34

or doing on social media, instead of asking them directly about themselves. You’re going to discover stuff you won’t like … and need to figure out what to do about it. You’ll have to determine for yourself what constitutes typical tween stuff (swear words, cringey ideas, exploration of mature content) and what may be signs of deeper issues (inappropriate photos, hate speech, risky apps, troubling search terms such as “suicide” and “drugs”). Pick your battles: Use the minor issues as an opportunity to discuss your values, and give consequences for serious infractions. If you’re worried about something, do a more in-depth check of your kid’s well-being in person (we recommend the HEADSS assessment). If your kid’s having a bumpy time or hiding stuff, you can use a phone-monitoring app such as Bark or other parental control tools to receive notifications of alert words and off-limits activities.

You may invade someone else’s privacy. Sure, you have the right to keep tabs on your own kid, but digging around on their phone will inevitably uncover something about their friends. Knowing private information can put you in a really awkward spot. Use your best judgment: If you think anyone is unsafe, you should do what you can to protect them. But if it’s just something you wish you could “unsee,” keep it to yourself.

A word about sneaking The only situation that warrants spying is if you suspect something is seriously wrong. When your Spidey sense kicks in and you notice any signs of behavior change, declining grades, poor sleep, major hostility, withdrawal, or secrecy, you have a solid reason to check the phone without your kid knowing. And if you don’t find anything? Consider coming clean. Your kid may be upset at first, but if you use it as a chance to discuss what’s going on with them and how you might help them feel better—they’ll most likely forgive you. www.mobilebayparents.com

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Halloween means costumes, pumpkin carving, and trick-ortreating. Traditions create lasting memories and something to look forward to each year. Halloween is a perfect time to start some new traditions with your kids. Try some of these ideas.

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Before you can go trick-or-treating, everyone will need a costume. Have some fun and create coordinating costumes for the whole family or give your child permission to make their own costume with things around the house. Since the kids will need something to collect all that candy in, try decorating your own bucket, bag, or pillowcase for trick-or-treating. Kids could use the same one in the future and enjoy looking back on what they created when they were younger or make a new one each year. Prepare for trick-or-treaters by setting up a spooky atmosphere. Get the kids involved in decorating both the in and outside of the house before Halloween. Make a scarecrow, change the lightbulbs to purple or orange, and hang up homemade or store bought decorations near your door.

Pumpkin time

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Pumpkins are a symbol of Halloween and fall, but before buy your pumpkins from the store, try visiting a local pumpkin patch. Many will have apple cider, fall treats, corn mazes, hayrides, a nice variety of pumpkin styles and sizes, and more. Once you have your pumpkins picked out and it is time to do the carving, make things more interesting by coming up with an original theme each year. Some ideas may include sports, cartoon characters, animals, words, or traditional spooky faces. Many ideas and templates can be found online to get you started.

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Play Halloween themed music while you carve your pumpkins, bob for apples, and create some holiday-themed treats such as mummy hot dogs, witch finger pretzels, pumpkin shaped pizza, or caramel apples. Try using squash or small pumpkins to bowl, use toilet paper to make friends and family into mummies, or play pin the hat on the witch. Whether you invite friends over for a party or add some fun to your family time, your kids are sure to remember the extra effort you added to make the holiday special.

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A spooky story

Kids love a spooky story. Parents can choose age-appropriate movies or books to get their kids in the mood for Halloween. Make up your own stories and share them by candlelight. You can host a spooky movie sleepover for your family or allow kids to invite a few friends over to celebrate.

Give back

Parents can use the holiday as an opportunity to give back to the community. Try participating in a trunk or treat in the area. Each participant decorates the trunk of their car and hands out candy to families who attend. You could also do a “trick-or-treat for hunger” on or around Halloween. Go door to door and ask for non-perishable food donations to give to a local food pantry. Many families also participate in the Teal Pumpkin Project by offering allergen-free treats or small toys so that kids with food allergies can safely participate in Halloween activities. Visit www. foodallergy.org for more information on the Teal Pumpkin Project. Family traditions are easy to start and worthwhile to continue. As your children grow, they may not remember everything you hope they will, but the traditions that you return to, year after year, will create lasting memories that they will treasure for years to come. MBP

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Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center & IMAX Theater, 65 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602 Join us for Fear:the Science of Phobias which explores the science behind our greatest fears. Through hands-on opportunities, an exciting array of science based programming and expanded content, visitors will have the chance to face and maybe even conquer some of their greatest phobias.

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Seward Farms, 10836 Tanner Williams Road, Lucedale, MS 39452 You’ll find tons of family fun, fresh air, twisting corn maze, fantastic food, and an evening by a crackling fire! We have a challenging corn maze, pig races, hayrides, funny farm golf, cow train, giant jumping pillow, corn cannon, farm animals, field of fright ,pony rides and more. Hours: Open: Saturdays: 10am-9pm, Field Trips by reservations Monday-Thursday (228) 641-3936 info@sewardfarms.com www.sewardfarms.com

October 10

Food Trucks at the Pumpkin Patch ad on page 33

Christ United Methodist Church, 6101 Grelot Rd, Mobile, AL 36609 Bring the whole family and join us for good food from some of our local food trucks. There will be fellowship, fun and lots and lots of pumpkins as we celebrate the opening of the patch. (251) 342-0462

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Greek Fest Drive-Thru Event ad on page 7

The Annunciation Greek Church, 50 South Ann Street, Mobile, AL 36604 Drive-Thru event on October 14-17 Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10-7 and Sunday 12-6. More information can be found on our website below. (251) 438-9888 www.annunciation.al.goarch.org/ specialevents/greekfest

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Bellingrath Gardens, 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road, Theodore, AL 36582 Dress up your little ghosts and goblins for a day of Halloween fun from 3:00pm-6:00pm. Enjoy Inflatables, treat stations, shopping, food trucks and a movie “Hocus Pocus” from 7:00pm-9:00pm. (251) 973-2217 bellingrath.org

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Christ United Methodist Church, 6101 Grelot Rd, Mobile, AL 36609 Bring your family for a day of pumpkin fun. We will have food trucks, a petting zoo, games, face painting, pumpkin decorating and much more. 10am-1pm (251) 342-0462

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Christ United Methodist Church, 6101 Grelot Rd, Mobile, AL 36609 Bring your pets and enjoy taking pictures at the Pumpkin Patch. We will have food trucks and a little treat for your fur baby. 10am-1pm (251) 342-0462

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History Museum of Mobile, 111 S Royal Street, Mobile, AL 36602 When the clock strikes 5, history comes to life. Enjoy a historical scavenger hunt and talk to historical characters, listen to spooky stories, see exhibit, crafts, costume contest and a goody bag. 5:00pm-8:00pm. $5 admission (251) 301-0273

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October 29 - November 7

Seward Farms Field of Fright

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Seward Farms, 10836 Tanner Williams Road, Lucedale, MS 39452 Are you Hungry for a Little Fright? Explore the Field of Fright! It’s scary fun for all ages!

The Grounds, 1035 North Cody Road, Mobile, AL 36608 The Greater Gulf State Fair offers fun and entertainment for the whole family!

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Halloween at the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center

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Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center & IMAX Theater, 65 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602 Join us for an extra spooky Halloween at the Exploreum-featuring themed activities and demos, and in-house exhibit, Fear: The Science of Phobias while you’re here, and more! Costumes welcome. 10:30am-3pm (251) 208-6893

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LuLu’s Gulf Shores, 200 E 25th Avenue, Mobile, AL 36542 Trunk or Treat will feature trick-or-treating on the LuLu’s grounds, Pumpkin Decorating, Crafts, and an Inflatable Slide! Kids can come dressed in their most creative costumes and we will have a costume contest. (251) 967-LULU (5858)

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Seward Farms, 10836 Tanner Williams Road, Lucedale, MS 39452 Come in your favorite costume and Trick or Treat at the Farm with our favorite Cartoon Characters. Characters 11am–2pm. (228) 641-3936 info@sewardfarms.com www.sewardfarms.com

squash, gourds, hay, mums and more! Fresh produce. Bring your sweet littles to take pictures.

The Medieval Village, 30569 Osprey Lane, Robertsdale, AL 36567 Enjoy Medieval Games of Skill, such as Archery or Axe throwing. War Horse rides, a Falconry demonstration and other live animal exhibitions. The main event will be a real full contact Jousting Tournament. 10am-5pm. Education day-Nov. 19 from 10am-2pm. www.jubileerenaissancefaire.com

Sunny Side Theater & Drama Camp Productions presents “Carrie: The Musical” ad on page 3

Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 S Carlen St, Mobile, AL 36606 November 19, 20 at 7pm, November 21 at 2pm. (rated PG-13) (251) 510-1808

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Halloween at OWA

OWA, 1501 South OWA Blvd, Foley, AL 36535 OWA is currently making plans for their October events. For updated information please visit our website. (251) 923-2111

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September 16 - October 31

Pops Midtown Pumpkin Patch and Farm Stand

2103 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36606 Midtown’s one-stop fall shop offering pumpkins,

September 23 - October 31

Thriller Night of Lights of Mobile

Hank Aaron Stadium, 755 Bolling Brothers Boulevard, Mobile, AL 36606 A family-friendly drive-thru light show synchronized to music. Displays of giant spiders, spooky eyes, friendly ghosts, and more are just a few of the displays to see. 7:00pm-10:00pm. thrillerlightsofmobile.com

Month of October

Pump It Up Not-So-Scary Halloween Jump

Pump it Up, 741-A Hillcrest Road, Mobile, AL 36695 Pump It Up Not So Scary Halloween Open Jumps are BACK and will be celebrated throughout October. RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED. Space is limited. Socks and a signed waiver required. 6:00pm-8:00pm.$12 per child; an hour and 10 minutes of jumping, glow party and a Halloween themed snack. Prize for the best costume! Please visit our website at www.pumpitupparty.com/mobile-al/calendar for more information and specific dates and times. (251) 342-3940

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Tanner Williams UMC Pumpkin Patch

1550 Grand Bay Wilmer Road North, Mobile, AL 36608 Pumpkin Patch hours-10am-7pm daily, Pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks, mums, and homemade treats

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Wales West

Wales West RV Park & Railway, 13670 Smiley Street Silverhill, AL 36576 All Aboard the Pumpkin Patch Express and Scary Night Train! Enjoy Pumpkin Patch, Mini-train, Hayless Hayride, Pumpkin Cannon, Cafe with outside dining and more. Open Fri’s, Sat’s, and Sun’s, 4PM-9PM. Oct 27-Oct. 31, nightly. Ticket sales are online. (888) 569-5337 or (251) 232-2322 www.waleswest.com

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Malbis Fall Market

10145 US-90, Daphne, AL 36526 Come out and join us, we will be showcasing more than 40 local vendors. Come and enjoy a FREE family fun day full of local shopping and food trucks. 11:00am-5:00pm www.facebook.com/malbismarket

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Harvest COG Fall Festival

Harvest Church of God, 221 Industrial Pkwy, Saraland, AL 36571 We will have food, games, inflatables, dunking booth, hayride, face painting, door prizes, lots of candy, door prize drawings & more. Free for all! Family friendly costumes are welcome! 5pm-8pm (251) 675-5891

can dress up in replica Colonial clothing, weave a basket on a frame, play a rhythm on a real African drum, learn to tie sailing knots, and much more! Light refreshments. 1:00pm-5:00pm.

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October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Haunted Mobile Scavenger Hunt

Various locations, Mobile, AL This self-guided tour takes guests on an interactive scavenger hunt that will have you solving clues all over downtown Mobile. Great for the whole family! Book online. bienvillebitesfoodtour.com/haunted-scavenger-hunt

October 3

Children’s Discovery Room Grand Opening

Colonial Fort Condé, 150 South Royal Street, Mobile, AL 36602 Learn about the early history of Mobile. Visitors

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Middleton Farms, 21500 Otis Cooper Road Moss Point, MS 39462 Pumpkin Patch, pet our baby calves, kiddie-train, a hayride and more. Also offering Field Trips, Birthday Parties and events. Follow us on Facebook for more details. (251) 709-2001

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October 7, 14, 21

Mobile Parks and Recreation Movies in the Park

Various Locations, Mobile, AL Movies in the Park at dusk. Free. Dates/locationOct 7-The Incredibles, Medal of Honor Park, Oct. 14-Coco, Langan Park, Oct. 14-Hocus Pocus, Washington Park. 6:30pm

October 9

Halloween at the Archaeology Museum!

USA Archaeology Museum, 6052 USA Drive South, Mobile, AL 36608 Join us for FUN activities, trick or treating, and to visit the Archaeology Museum and its Native Plant Garden. Masks required, costumes encouraged! Free Admission. 10am-3pm. (251) 460-6106 ology/museum

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October 9-31

Chickasaw United Methodist Church - Pumpkin Patch

Chickasaw United Methodist Church, 108 Lee Street, Mobile, AL 36611 Come and enjoy our Fun and Festive Pumpkin Patch, with all proceeds helping our students go to summer camp! Family Photo Booth and many fun activities planned! Monday-Friday 3pm-6pm, Saturday 10:00am-7pm, Sunday Noon-6pm. Field Trips Available (251) 452-3461 chickasawumcnextgen@gmail.com www.chickasawumc.org

October 10

City of Semmes Fall Festival

Mary G. Montgomery High School, 4275 Snow Road, Semmes, AL 36575 Food trucks, vendors, and plenty of fun for the kids. 12pm

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Mobile Latin Fest

Cathedral Square, 300 Conti St, Mobile, AL 36602 Live music, Latin food, dance, crafts, and more. Free & Open to the Public! 5:00pm-9:00pm www.mobile.org/event/mobile-latin-fest/20089/

Dauphin Way United Methodist Pumpkin Patch

Corner of Dauphin and Catherine Streets, Mobile, AL 36604 Come to the Pumpkin Patch! You will find pumpkins of all sizes, shapes, and colors along with

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October 16

Halloween Under the Oaks

Ben May Main Branch Outside, 701 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602 Wear your costume, and join us under the oaks on the Scott Street side of the Ben May Main Library for Halloween stories, crafts and games. This program is best for families with children age 9 and under. Registration is not required. 10am (251) 340-1507 crhodes@mplonline.org www.mobilepubliclibrary.org

October 16-17

Jubilee Festival of Arts

Lott Park, 2000 Main Street, Daphne, AL 36526 Come enjoy artist booths, Jubilee Market featuring local food makers, Grab and Go Kids Art, entertainment, food court and more. 10am-5pm (251) 928-6387

Down South GrillFest

31st-Trick or Treating and Free Pumpkin Smash (while supplies last).

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October 16, 23, 30, 31

Chickasaw UMC Pumpkin Patch Fun Activities

Chickasaw United Methodist Church, 108 Lee Street, Mobile, AL 36611 Oct. 16th: Outdoor Movie-7:00pm, Oct. 23rd: Storytime and Pumpkin Painting- 1:00pm and 3pm, Oct. 30-Events throughout the day in conjunction with Chickasaw Founder’s Day, Oct.

Spooktacular Tales & Goolish Songs Ben May Main Branch-Bernheim Hall, 701 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602 Wear your costume, and join us in Bernheim Hall as we share Spooktacular Tales & do the monster mash to Halloween songs. This program is best for families with children ages 2-5. Registration requested. Call 340-1507 or email crhodes@ mplonline.org to register. 10am (251) 340-1507 crhodes@mplonline.org www.mobilepubliclibrary.org

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Woofstock

Oyster City Brewing Company, 600 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602 Woofstock 2021 will have your old favorites like the costume contest and weiner dog races, the return of our scavenger hunt AND lots of new fun for kids, adults and dogs! All proceeds benefit ARF! 12pm-6pm. www.animalrescuemobile.org

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October 24

Playhouse in the Park presents “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde”

Ashland Place United Methodist Trunk or Treat

Playhouse in the Park, 4851 Museum Drive, Mobile, AL 36608

(251) 602-0630 playhouseintheparkmobileal@ gmail.com playhouseinthepark.org

October 23

2021 Stapleton Bluegrass Festival

Stapleton School, 35480 Harriot Ave Stapleton, AL 36578 Stapleton Bluegrass Festival-Outstanding musical talent, food trucks, family friendly activities and vendors. Enjoy outstanding Bluegrass music! $10 for adults, $5 for kids 5-12. 10:30am5:30pm (251) 937-2038

Loblolly Farm, 9930 Stone Road Semmes, AL 36575 The 3rd Annual Down South Grillfest will be held on Saturday, October 23rd, 2021. The day’s activities will include the live steak cookoff, kid’s cookoff, and the Ladie’s - Que Cookoff.

www.stapletonbluegrassfestival.com

15 Wisteria Avenue, Mobile, AL 36607 Join us for family-friendly festivities! Our Trunk-orTreat features a DJ, inflatables, carnival games, a balloon artist, face painting, hot dogs, popcorn, and candy and treats from themed trunks. Familyfriendly costumes are encouraged! 4pm-5:30pm. (251) 478-6356 www.apumc.com

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Dauphin Way Methodist Trunk or Treat

Corner of Dauphin and Catherine Streets, Mobile, AL 36604 Trunk-or-Treat is a big family friendly event. We

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Queens Trunk or Treat Car & Truck Showcase

Medal of Honor Park, 1711 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36609 Join us for our 2nd annual Trunk or Treat Car & Truck Showcase! Enjoy dozens of cars and trucks and trick or treating. Fur A Cause Pet Event 1pm4pm, Trunk or treat-4pm-6pm www.queenswithdreams.com

October 29

October 29 and November 19 Music & Storytelling

Blakeley State Park, 34745 State Hwy 225 Spanish Fort, AL 36527 Come out to the park for a night of family fun in the great outdoors. Join us for a fun evening of live music, stories and more. Admission: $8 adults/$4 kids ages 6-12/under 6 is free. 6:30pm-8:30pm. (251) 626-0798

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October 30

Chickasaw Founders Day

Millers Park, Chickasaw, AL 36611 Founders Day offers a day of fun for the whole family while celebrating the history-rich town’s origins and incorporation. (251) 452-6450

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Sensory Friendly Trick or Treat

American Autism Rehabilitation Center, 8909 Rand Avenue, Daphne, AL 36526 FREE Trick-or-treat from 4:30pm-6:30pm while touring the facility for an evening of fun! Parents or care providers must accompany children. Bags will be provided! Mapped-out indoor route, no flashing lights, wagons are welcome, well lit, no scary decorations, no scary costumes, costumes are optional, non-candy options available. Contact us for sponsorship opportunities! (251) 210-1632 info@americanautismcenter.com www.AmericanAutismCenter.com

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Dauphin Island Haunted Bicycle Ride

1010 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528 A fun bike ride past some of the most haunted spots on Dauphin Island! This race benefits ARF. www.eventbrite.com

painting and inflatables. Fun for the whole family! 4pm-7pm. (251) 675-1280 jenniferjacox81@gmail.com www.fbcsatsuma.com

Hall-O-Wharf

The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561 Come if you dare for a skel-E-TON of fun on Saturday, October 30th for Hall-O-Wharf! The night will be filled with Trick or Treating, hayrides, a costume contest, bouncy house, surf simulator, a spooky, musical-themed fireworks display and more! Admission is free. 6pm-9pm (251) 224-1000 info@alwharf.com www.alwharf.com

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Medal of Honor Park, 1711 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36609 A Family-Friendly Night-Trunk or Treat: 3-6pm, (sensory friendly room in gymnastics center), Howl-o-ween pet treats available at the Dog Park! Fall Family Fun: 3-6pm. Food trucks, photo booths, vendors, games & activities, Live DJ, Costume Contests and More! Live Music: 6-9pm (251) 208-1600

First Baptist Church Satsuma Trunk or Treat Fall Festival 5600 Old Highway 43, Satsuma, AL 36572 Join us for Trunk or Treat, food, games, face

Public Safety Trunk or Treat Night Lagan / Municipal Park, 4901 Zeigler Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608 The Mobile Police Department and Mobile Fire

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Run for Your Life-Zombie 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run

Medal of Honor Park, 1711 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36609 Run for your life 5K & Fun Run: 4pm, 5K Zombie Run: Don’t let the zombies catch you! One Mile Fun Run: immediately following the 5K! *No registration fee BUT registration is required. (251) 208-1600

Second Annual Catapult Challenge Flight Works Alabama, 2000 Aerospace Drive, Mobile, AL 36615 Teams are to construct a “working” trebuchet or catapult using any materials from home. Teams will compete to determine which team can make their pumpkin FLY the farthest. There will be three competitive divisions and awards. Registration online. (251) 512-2320 www.flightworksalabama.com/events/

October 30 and November 20

Fort Morgan Ghost Investigation and Historical Haunted Tour

Fort Morgan State Historic Site, 110 State Highway 180, Fort Morgan, AL 36542 Join the members of Second Sight Paranormal TV for a fully equipped Ghost and Paranormal Investigation at Fort Morgan, one of Alabama’s most haunted places.

(251) 540-7127 www.pensacolaghostevents.com/ ghost-tours-events

October 31

Fall Festival at Cloverleaf Baptist

Dauphin Island - Trick or Treat in Green Park

301 Lemoyne Drive, Dauphin Island, AL 36528 Bring the little ones to trick or treat in a safe environment. Everyone is invited to bring a table and some treats to give out. Wear your costume!

6500 Three Notch Rd Mobile, AL 36619 Visitors can enjoy fall fun for the whole family! Fun, games, food. 1:00pm-3:00pm. Free. cloverleafbaptist.net

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401 Key St, Dauphin Island, AL 36528 9am-2pm. Vendors, Art, Food and more.

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Snow Road First Baptist Church, 2370 Snow Road North Semmes, AL 36575 More than 20 trunks decorated and full of candy! Free Admissions-Safe-Low Contact, Drive-Thru Trunk & Treat. 6-7pm. (251) 649-7722

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Tillman’s Corner Community Center, 5055 Carol Plantation Road, Mobile, AL 36619 This family-oriented festival features a carnival atmosphere with rides, food, face painting, arts and crafts, live music, antique car show, and more. Friday- 5:00pm - 9:00pm Saturday- 10:00am9:00pm; Sunday- 11:00am-4:00pm. Free. www.alabamapecanfestival.com

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The Grounds, 1035 Cody Road N, Mobile, AL 36608 The festival provides the ambiance of world travel, and it gives the opportunity to meet people from over 70 countries, a change to speak different languages, sample some delicious food, learn geography, history and more. (251) 285-5003

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Family Farm Day

November 6

Tanner Williams Park, 12855 Old Tanner Williams Road, Wilmer, AL 36587 Come celebrate Tanner Williams life with us! We will have Food, Art, Vendors, Music, and more. Time: 2:00pm-Dusk.

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38th Annual Mobile International Festival

Alabama Pecan Festival

Cotton Festival

Colonial Fort Condé, 150 South Royal Street Mobile, AL 36602 Living History Day at Colonial Fort Conde. 3:00pm

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Humming Star Alpacas, 19700 Blueberry Lane Silverhill, AL 36576 Come visit and learn about alpacas, explore items made of alpaca fiber, shop with local vendors, participate in hands-on fiber arts, and have lunch. 10:00am-4:00pm. (251) 214-8224 www.facebook.com/Humming StarAlpacas MBP

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FamilyCalendar Friday October 1

Focus Women’s Conference Mobile Convention Center, Mobile, AL, 36602 With a mission to encourage, educate, and empower women, the conference is a full day of Speakers, Workshops, Panels, Networking, Vendors, and a Career Expo. focuswc.com/womens-conference/

Saturday October 2

The Shoppes at Abba “Celebrate Fall”

($3 entry, Kids 12 & under free)

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 7701 Hitt Rd Mobile, AL, 36695 Come join us for our vendor showcase! Home decor, gifts, clothes, crafts, and so much more! 251-633-5561

Mobile Symphony Orchestra presents Celebrate! A Festive Season Opener 7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, Mobile, AL, 36602 This year, a new season gives us more reasons than ever to celebrate! We open with remarkable violinist Bella Hristova performing Saint-Saens’ Violin Concerto No. 3 mobilesymphony.org Azalea Trail Run Downtown Mobile, Mobile, AL, 36602 Azalea Trail Run 2021 - 10K, 5K, and Fun Run raceroster.com/events/2021/40144/43rd-azalea-trail-run

Sunday October 3

The Shoppes at Abba “Celebrate Fall” ($3 entry, Kids 12 & under free)

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 7701 Hitt Rd Mobile, AL, 36695 Come join us for our vendor showcase! Home decor, gifts, clothes, crafts, and so much more! 251-633-5561 Mobile Symphony Orchestra presents Celebrate! A Festive Season Opener 2:30 PM Saenger Theatre, Mobile, AL, 36602 This year, a new season gives us more reasons than ever to celebrate! We open with remarkable violinist Bella Hristova performing Saint-Saens’ Violin Concerto No. 3 mobilesymphony.org

Alabama Coastal BirdFest Various Locations Join us for the 17th annual John L. Borom Alabama Coastal Birdfest, Oct. 6-9, in coastal Alabama. southalabamalandtrust.org/birdfest/

Friday October 8

Mobile Latin Fest 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Cathedral Square, Mobile, AL, 36602 Live music, Latin food, dance, crafts, and more. Free & Open to the Public! Nate Bargatze: The Raincheck Tour 7:00 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Nate Bargatze: The Raincheck Tour www.mobilesaenger.com Joe Jefferson Players present “The Crucible” 7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com Alabama Coastal BirdFest Various Locations Join us for the 17th annual John L. Borom Alabama Coastal Birdfest, Oct. 6-9, in coastal Alabama. southalabamalandtrust.org/birdfest/

Saturday October 9

Dog River Fishing Tournament 6:00 AM We invite all professional and recreational fisherman, women and children to join us in this fundraising event to benefit DRCR’s mission to improve the water quality of, and access to, Dog River and its tributaries. https://dogriver.org/events/fundraisers/drcrs-11thannual-dog-river-fishing-tournament/ 10th Annual Dauphin Island Art Trail 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Various Locations, Dauphin Island, AL There will be a “Treasure Hunt”! Get the Trail Map rubber-stamped to qualify for prize drawings at the end of the day. The drawing will be held at 5 pm at the Arts of Dauphin Island Gallery. www.artsofdauphinisland.org American Cancer Society’s Chili Cook-Off 11:00 AM Spanish Plaza Park / Civic Center Drive, Mobile, AL, 36602 www.mobilechili cookoff.org

Tuesday October 5

USA Concert Choir and University Chorale

($8 each for general admission and $5 for USA faculty & staff, USA students, youths under 18 and all senior citizens)

7:30 PM Laidlaw Performing Arts Center, 5751 USA Dr S Mobile, AL, 36688 USA Concert Choir and University Chorale, Fall Choral Concert - Laura M. Moore, conductor www.southalabama.edu/music

Wednesday October 6

Alabama Coastal BirdFest Various Locations Join us for the 17th annual John L. Borom Alabama Coastal Birdfest, Oct. 6-9, in coastal Alabama. southalabamalandtrust.org/birdfest/

Thursday October 7

Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit 7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit concert. www.mobilesaenger.com

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Joe Jefferson Players present “The Crucible” 7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com Alabama Coastal BirdFest Various Locations Join us for the 17th annual John L. Borom Alabama Coastal Birdfest, Oct. 6-9, in coastal Alabama. southalabamalandtrust.org/birdfest/

Sunday October 10

Joe Jefferson Players present “The Crucible” 2:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com Blackberry Smoke 7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Acclaimed American rock band

Blackberry Smoke will bring their newly confirmed North American “You Hear Georgia Tour” to Mobile www.mobilesaenger.com

Wednesday October 13

Savvy Mom Sale 9am - 5pm Daphne Civic Center, 2603 US-98, Daphne, AL 36526 Savvy Mom Sale is a seasonal consignment sale. We invite you to volunteer, consign, & shop with the Savvy Mom Sale! Visit our website or checkout our Facebook page for updates, volunteer perks, consignment opportunities and discount days! www.SavvyMomSale.com Lake Street Dive in Concert 8:00 PM Mobile Civic Center, 401 Civic Center Drive Mobile, AL, 36602 www.mobilecivicctr.com

Thursday October 14

USS Alabama - After Hours Tour for Special Needs Families 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM, USS Alabama, 2703 Battleship Pkwy Mobile, AL, 36603 After Hours Tour for special needs families. Thursday, October 14, 2021. 5:30pm 8:30pm. Bring a picnic. 251-287-3636 www.ussalabama.com Savvy Mom Sale 10am - 7pm Daphne Civic Center, 2603 US-98, Daphne, AL 36526 Details on October 13 listing. www.SavvyMomSale.com Mobile Symphony Orchestra presents Music City Hitmakers 7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, Mobile, AL, 36602 This year, a new season gives us more reasons than ever to celebrate! We open with remarkable violinist Bella Hristova performing Saint-Saens’ Violin Concerto No. 3 mobilesymphony.org For King & Country in Concert 8:00 PM Mobile Civic Center, 401 Civic Center Drive Mobile, AL, 36602 www.mobilecivicctr.com

Friday October 15 Savvy Mom Sale 9am - 5pm Daphne Civic Center, 2603 US-98, Daphne, AL 36526 Details on October 13 listing. www.SavvyMomSale.com L.O.L. Surprise!™ Live 6:00 PM Mobile Civic Center, 401 Civic Center Drive Mobile, AL, 36602 Fans of the global sensation L.O.L. Surprise!™ will finally be able to rock out in real life with their favorite characters when the hologram concert hits the stage www.mobilecivicctr.com Joe Jefferson Players present “The Crucible” 7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com History Museum of Mobile - New Exhibit Opens History Museum of Mobile, 111 S Royal St Mobile, AL, 36602 The Vikings Begin special exhibition opens 251-208-7569 www.historymuseumofmobile.com/

Saturday October 16 Savvy Mom Sale 8am - 2pm Daphne Civic Center, 2603 US-98, Daphne, AL 36526 Details on October 13 listing. www.SavvyMomSale.com

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FamilyCalendar Buddy Walk 9:00 AM USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Pkwy Mobile, AL, 36602 Join the Coastal Alabama Down Syndrome Society as we unite for a common cause and raise funds at the 2021 Coastal Alabama Down Syndrome Buddy Walk ww.ds-stride.org/coastalalabamabuddywalk Jubilee Festival of Arts 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Main Street, Olde Towne Daphne, Daphne, AL, 36526 Art, music & seafood meet southern charm at this annual festival set along the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay. www.thejubileefestival.com/festival-info Wine on the River 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Cooper Riverside Park, Mobile, AL, 36602 Join us for Mobile’s 4th Annual wine tasting event. Sample wine from national and international vineyards. With an “Around the World” theme focusing on cultural regions. Ticket price includes admission into the event, a souvenir tasting cup, all beverage samples, food samples, and a portion benefits the Junior League of Mobile . www.wineontherivermobile.com Joe Jefferson Players present “The Crucible” 7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com Mobile Ballet presents “The Princess and the Frog” 7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 mobileballet.org

Sunday October 17

Jubilee Festival of Arts 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Main Street, Olde Towne Daphne, Daphne, AL, 36526 Art, music & seafood meet southern charm at this annual festival set along the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay. www.thejubileefestival.com/festival-info Joe Jefferson Players present “The Crucible” 2:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com Mobile Ballet presents “The Princess and the Frog” 2:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 mobileballet.org

Wednesday October 20

Springhill Medical Center’s For Girls Only Class 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Gerald L. Wallace Conference Center, 3715 Dauphin St. (4th Floor) Mobile, AL, 36608 Dr. Lauren Self, OB/GYN with Azalea City Physicians for Women, will guide a discussion for girls ages 8-12 in learning about physical changes they will experience as they mature. Light meal provided. The class is FREE but registration is required.

Friday October 22

Sunny Side Theater and Drama Camp Productions presents “The Rainbow Fish” 7:00 PM Davidson High School Auditorium, 3900 Pleasant Valley Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 www.sunnysidedrama.com Joe Jefferson Players present “The Crucible” 7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com Mobile Opera presents “Carmen” 7:30 PM The Temple Downtown, 351 St Francis St Mobile, AL, 36602 www.mobileopera.org Parker McCollum Concert 7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 www.mobilesaenger.com

Saturday October 23

Joe Jefferson Players present “The Crucible” 7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com 12th Annual “Shirley Looney Memorial” Car Show Dauphin Way Baptist Church, 3661 Dauphin St Mobile, AL, 36608 The 12th Annual “Shirley Looney Memorial” Car Show will be held at Dauphin Way Baptist Church in Mobile, AL, on Saturday, October 23, 2021 – RAIN OR SHINE! We always have a large assortment of antique, new and classic cars, trucks, hot rods and

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FamilyCalendar rat rods. Registration is from 8:00 am until 11:00 am. Entry fee is $20 if received by October 14, and $25 day of show. Awards include Shirley’s Choice, Best of Show PLUS $250 Cash, People’s Choice, Best Paint, Best Interior, Best Engine, Top 30 and Sponsor Awards. We also have an outdoor market with vendors selling unique items for the entire family! 251-445-4163

Thursday November 4

Sunny Side Theater and Drama Camp Productions presents “The Rainbow Fish” Davidson High School Auditorium, 3900 Pleasant Valley Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 Sunny Side Theater and Drama Camp productions presents “The Rainbow Fish”. Times: 2:00pm, 7:00pm www.sunnysidedrama.com

The PACT Theatre Company presents “ Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” 7:30 PM The Pact Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 thepactmobile.com

Sunday October 24

Sunny Side Theater and Drama Camp Productions presents “The Rainbow Fish” 2:00 PM Davidson High School Auditorium, 3900 Pleasant Valley Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 www.sunnysidedrama.com Mobile Opera presents “Carmen” 2:30 PM The Temple Downtown, 351 St Francis St Mobile, AL, 36602 www.mobileopera.org

Tuesday October 26

Buddy Guy & Kenny Wayne Shepherd Concert 7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 www.mobilesaenger.com

Thursday October 28

Mobile Ducks Unlimited Annual Banquet 6:00 PM Ice Box, Mobile, AL, 36602 www.ducks.org/alabama/events

Saturday October 30

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk 8:00 AM Cooper Riverside Park, Mobile, AL, 36602 Join us at this exclusive Alabama walk to raise awareness and support against breast cancer. Family friendly event. Come one come all - the more the merrier. www.makingstrideswalk.org/mobileal

Wednesday November 3

Be Our Guest: An Immersive Dinner with PACT Theatre Company 7 PM - 9 PM, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 Join us for this one-night-only immersive dinner! 251-307-5056 thepactmobile. com/event/be-our-guest/ An Evening with Bruce Hornsby (Solo) 7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Three-time GRAMMY winner Bruce Hornsby will take the Saenger Stage on Wednesday, November 3 at 7:30 p.m. for an intimate evening with Bruce and his beloved piano as the only stars of the show. www.mobilesaenger.com

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The PACT Theatre Company presents “ Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” 7:30 PM The Pact Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 thepactmobile.com

Friday November 5

Mobile Heart Walk 9:00 AM USA Moulton Tower, Mobile, AL, 36608 www2.heart.org The PACT Theatre Company presents “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” 7:30 PM The Pact Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 thepactmobile.com

Sunday November 7

The PACT Theatre Company presents “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” 2:00 PM The Pact Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 thepactmobile.com

Thursday November 11 thru Saturday November 13

The PACT Theatre Company presents “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” 7:30 PM The Pact Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 thepactmobile.com

Sunday November 14

The PACT Theatre Company presents “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” 2:00 PM The Pact Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 thepactmobile.com

Thursday November 18

The PACT Theatre Company presents “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” 7:30 PM The Pact Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 thepactmobile.com

Friday November 19

Sunny Side Theater and Drama Camp Productions presents “Carrie The Musical” 7:00 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 www.sunnysidedrama.com The PACT Theatre Company presents “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” 7:30 PM The Pact Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 thepactmobile.com

Saturday November 20

Sunny Side Theater and Drama Camp Productions presents “Carrie The Musical” 7:00 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 www.sunnysidedrama.com

The PACT Theatre Company presents “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” 7:30 PM The Pact Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 thepactmobile.com

Sunday November 21

Sunny Side Theater and Drama Camp Productions presents “Carrie The Musical” 2:00 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 www.sunnysidedrama.com The PACT Theatre Company presents “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” 2:00 PM The Pact Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 thepactmobile.com

Every Tuesday or Thursday

MPL Virtual Storytime 10:00 AM Virtual, Mobile, AL Join the Mobile Public Library Children’s Department on any Tuesday or Thursday at 10:00 a.m. for storytime. Tune in here: www.facebook.com/mobilepubliclibrarychildrens www.mobilepubliclibrary.org

Every Friday

Streets Alive 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Downtown Mobile, Mobile, AL, 36602 Streets Alive encourages an entertainmentfriendly environment for Mobilians to come out and support downtown businesses.

Saturdays through October

OWA Island Movie Nights! 7:00 PM The Island Amphitheater at OWA, 1501 South OWA Blvd Foley, AL, 36535 visitowa.com

Second Saturdays

LoDA Artwalk 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Downtown Mobile, Mobile, AL, 36602 Explore this free monthly showcase of visual and performing arts. mobilearts.org/art-walk/ Roll Mobile - Skate Night in Downtown Mobile 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Downtown Mobile, Mobile, AL, 36602 Roll Mobile - Skate Night in Downtown Mobile www.specialeventsmobile.org

First Sunday of every month

First Sunday Outdoor Market at 5 Rivers 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Five Rivers Delta Center, 30945 Five Rivers Boulevard Spanish Fort, AL, 36527 Shop outdoors and support local artisans, crafters, growers, and makers. www.outdooralabama.com/activities/5-rivers-alabama-delta-resource-center Free First Sunday - History Museum of Mobile

(Free) 1:00 PM History Museum of Mobile, 111 S Royal

Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Free admission for all visitors sponsored by Wind Creek Hospitality every first Sunday of the month! www.historymuseumofmobile.com

Because of ever-changing circumstances due to Covid-19 , please check with each venue prior to attending the event to verify the information provided is still accurate and up to date.

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Teaching Children the Value of Work Q. What are your views on teaching children good work habits? Many of our friends don’t require their kids to help out or work around the house, but we both strongly feel that instilling a strong work ethic early in life is one of the best things you can do as a parent for your children. A. I’m so glad you both feel that way. Our culture has made many great advances to ensure the happiness and well-being of children. But too many parents today are so centered on what their children want that they have lost perspective on what their children need. Perspective, or looking at life over time, demands that you teach children to work. Teaching a child to work is not child abuse. We teach them to work

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not for our benefit, but because it gives them dignity in a job well done today and the tools and character to win as adults in the future. In my mind, children should be taught to work just like you’d teach them to bathe or brush their teeth—as a necessary life skill. An adult who has no clue how to tackle a job and finish it with pride is every bit as debilitated as an adult with body odor or green teeth. If your child graduates from high school, and his or her only skill set consists of playing video games, eating fast food and believing the world owes them something, you’ve set up your child to fail.

Another benefit of teaching a child the wonder of work is they may grow to lose a little respect for those who refuse to work. I’m not talking about folks who lost jobs due to unforeseen circumstances and are trying to get back on their feet, or someone who genuinely cannot work. I’m talking about folks who refuse to look for, or accept, gainful employment. My wife and I noticed that our kids, as they grew older, didn’t pursue relationships with people who didn’t understand the value of work and demonstrate the character traits of mature, hardworking people. And that was wonderful news to us!

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