of emotionally healthy parents.
to help students find the right fit plus a timeline to get them there.
Ideas for exploring fall in your neighborhood with the kids.
guide shares what’s going on around town and nearby. Make plans to enjoy these events!
(2), son of Caleb and Amber Glass. Grandparents
Cynthia and Stephen
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just started school this year, and is part of the K2 program at Cottage Hill Christian Academy, where his mom also teaches. Bodhi loves dinosaurs, and is more likely to greet you with a “roar” than a “hello”. He loves gymnas tics, all things that involve a ball, and riding around on the big equipment with his daddy. He loves to praise Jesus in church (Church of the Island) and his dancing and smiles are contagious. We are so thankful for a little boy who is so full of life and love.
Living in the Deep South, we cannot rely on the weather to tell us when fall has arrived. As you know, it gets a little tricky. Like recently when we were teased with some cooler nights only to be jolted back to 90-degree afternoons. It is definitely not like the Life time movies with the leaves changing colors and crisp nights by a fire. Fall in the Deep South may include iced pumpkin spice lattes, or we may be trick-or-treat ing in parkas. We never know!
So, what DOES signal the start of fall to you? Is it the day pumpkin spice everything hits the shelves? Is it a specific date on the calendar? Or, are you like me and anxiously awaiting the first football game? I don’t know what it is, but something about hearing the band playing and the fans cheering screams “fall” to me.
I have a child who is a freshman in college now, and I am not sure who was more excited for her to attend her first football game, her or us. Because she is attending our alma mater, it is most certainly bringing back all kinds of memories and feelings for me. And yes, I am most definitely living a little vicariously through her right now. She has found her fit, and seeing her happy and thriving brings me so much joy.
Watching a child go through the college application process is both exciting and nerve-wracking. You have to balance guiding and letting go and, ultimately, let them make their own decision. The last thing you want is to have your child attend a school they feel is not a good fit for them. Helping your teen work through the finances of college is most certainly something parents in which parents should be involved. Whether your child is getting scholarships, financial aid, working their way through, or paying out of pocket, this is a massive investment in time and money and plays an enormous part when choosing a school. But, there are also many other factors to consider. Majors offered, class sizes, extra-curricular programs, social opportunities, distance, and more come into play when considering schools. So, where do you begin guiding them in their search with so many factors? Your first step may be reading this month’s feature, Countdown to College: Tips to Help Students Find Their Fit, by Janeen Lewis. Lewis has some excellent points to consider as you help your teen with their college search.
Working on this October issue is something else that gets me excited for fall. I get so pumped when I see the variety of fairs, festivals, pumpkin patches, and other events for families. We all love these fall festivities so much that we dedicate an entire magazine section to these experiences. Our Fall Festivities and Halloween Fun Guide is the perfect place to start planning your fall family fun. Don’t stop there though... make sure you flip over to the Family Calendar for even more local happenings.
You don’t have to wait for a football game or pumpkin patch to start celebrating the season with your family. You can do plenty of activities at home to kick off the fall. Katy M. Clark has some fun ideas in her feature, 8 Ideas for Fall Theme Walks to Explore Your Neighborhood, and I bet your kiddos can come up with even more ideas.
Whether finding helpful college tips or the perfect fall outing, we hope you enjoy this issue as much as we have enjoyed putting it together for you!
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by Beth Long, PhD, LPC, BCBA
One of the greatest tragedies in our society is that we do not require more educa tion for marriage or parenting. Two of the hardest jobs anyone will ever have are being a spouse and/or a parent. Both roles are full of challenges and rewards. Doing these jobs well requires a great deal of emotional health.
Some parents come into my of fice and want me to “fix” their children and become annoyed when I ask them how they handle specific situ ations. Emotionally healthy parents are rarely offended and are overjoyed with our professional advice. Guess which family benefits the most from the counseling relationship? Please, be an emotionally healthy parent!
Emotionally healthy parents:
• Think objectively. They do not make as sumptions. They do not assume their child has unresolved trauma just because he did not empty the dishwasher or that he is going to be an axe murderer simply because he was rude to his sibling.
• Deal with problems directly and stop problems behaviors as quickly as they can. They do not argue, negotiate, make threats, or bring up other problem behaviors. For example, if their child is throwing a toy, they ask him to stop. If he does not, they simply take it away and let the child be upset. Once the child is calm, they explain that the child can try again, but the toy will be taken if it is thrown again.
• Cope with stress in a realistic way. When their child has them over whelmed, they take a break.
• Focus on what is right. They let their children know that they are on their side by praising every attempt he/she makes to do the right thing.
• Anticipate the future. They understand that there is an order to the development of skills. Healthy parents teach their young children to ask permission. They do this because they
want teenage and adult children who come to them for input and advice.
• Teach. They teach their children the skills they need to be successful in life. They do this through repetition, practice, and modeling.
• Adapt to reality. They do this by setting their children up for success. For example, they teach their children to sit through dinner at their home before attempting to take them to a restaurant.
• Manage their expectations. They research what is age and/or developmentally appropri ate and help their children obtain those skills.
• Focus on facts, not emotions. They do not let their feelings dictate their behavior. They make the healthiest choice based on the situation, not how they feel.
• Have boundaries. They set clearly defined boundaries and consistently follow them. They have healthy bedtimes, healthy media limits, and healthy diets.
• Are empathetic. They do not judge their children or attempt to fix their problems.
Instead, they allow their children to live through difficult experiences and emotions by being loving, encouraging, and present.
• Are self-reflective. They honestly reflect on what they are doing well and how they can improve as parents.
• Celebrate childhood. They do not let their children’s childish behaviors surprise them, and they enjoy it when it happens.
Dr. Beth Long received her education in Counseling Psychology from Chapman University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Beth has worked in six unique clinical environments across the country and currently owns Works of Wonder Therapy in Montgomery. Beth utilizes the knowledge from a variety of differ ent disciplines to give her patients the best care possible. To learn more visit www.worksofwondertherapy.com.
Bellingrath Gardens and Home presents a Halloween festival in the gardens, Boo at Bellingrath. The event will include “Trick-or-Treating” from local businesses, live
entertainment, balloon artists, face painters and a variety of local food + shopping vendors on the Great Lawn.
Trick-or-Treating, children’s activities, entertainers, vendors and food trucks will take place throughout the gardens from 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Immediately following the activities, the Disney Channel original movie, Halloweentown, will begin showing at 6:30 p.m. The full event will run from 1:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. complete with activities for every person in your family, no matter their age.
Tickets can be purchased at www.bellingrath.org and will be sold at the door on the day of the event. For Bellingrath Gardens and Home Members, the ticket price is $14 for Adults and $8 for Children. For NonMembers, the ticket price is $17 for Adults and $11 for Children. There is also a group rate available for school and church groups and any other group of 25 or more.
The last tickets will be sold at 6:00 p.m, in the event they do not sell out throughout the day. For more information visit the Bellingrath Gardens and Home website, Bellingrath.org, as well as the Instagram and Facebook pages.
The 13th Annual “Shirley Looney Memorial” Car Show will be held at Dauphin Way Baptist Church in Mobile, AL, on Saturday, October 22, 2022 – RAIN OR SHINE! We always have a large assortment of antique, new and classic cars, trucks, hot rods and rat rods. Registration is from 8:00 am until 11:00 am. Entry fee is $20 if received by October 13th, 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! Hamburgers will be grilled on site for sale. This is a FREE event open for the public to attend, and is a benefit for Dauphin Way’s Student Ministry camp scholarships and mission opportunities. For more information, please call the Student Ministry Office at 251-342-3456 or email robin108@bellsouth.net.
Come make history with Mobtown Mac Down. Join us on October 29, 2022 from 11 am until 5 pm at USA Mitchell Center North Lawn. This mac and cheese cookoff will highlight connoisseurs ages 10 on up. Bring your favorite team members and best mac and cheese recipe for the chance to win S’MAC TALK bragging rights.
The event will be a family friendly with entertainment, elite food vendors, music, and games for the young and the young at heart. Presented by Spire Energy, the Mobtown Mac Down celebrates the roaring Mobile food scene and timeless tradition of this beloved staple. The proceeds of Mac Down benefit The Cookery Project, a local 501c3 nonprofit. Please visit https://www.mobtownmacdown.com/ for more information.
City of Mobile Parks and Recreation Department Presents: Mob-tober Fest Saturday October 29, 2022 at Medal of Honor Park. 5K Zombie Run will start at 9am followed by a one-mile fun run - Costumes encouraged for extra fun! The festival will run from 3-pm and will be a family-friendly night Filled with something for everyone. Join us for entertainment including a live DJ, favorite characters, and bounce house inflatables! It wouldn’t be Halloween without candy, and we’ll have plenty of it! Enjoy trick-or-treating from 3-6pm. We’ll even have limited treats for your pups. Be sure to register for our all-ages costume contest. We’ll have several winning categories, including pets! Our pet contest begins at 5pm. Humans, ghouls & ghosts begins at 5:30PM. Free registration required. Dance the night away from 6-9pm with Lisa Perkins & the E-Lusion Band. For more information visit us at www.MobileParksAndRec.org.
The Pinkfong Company and Round Room Live are proud to announce that Baby Shark Live!, the fully immersive concert experience, will continue to splash into Mobile, AL on October 27th. The live show is based on The Pinkfong Company’s viral sensation, Baby Shark. With the iconic songs and dances, fans of all ages will delight as Baby Shark joins up with his friend Pinkfong to take an adventure into the sea, singing and dancing through new and classic songs including Five Little Monkeys, Wheels on the Bus, Jungle Boogie, Monkey Banana and of course, Baby Shark! For tickets and additional information, visit tickmaster.com!
Who wants to be an All-Star?! Mobile Parks and Recreation will be offering an After School ALL-STAR Program beginning Sept. 6, through Dec. 15, 2022! This is a FREE program for ages 5 to 16 available at 10 community centers throughout the city! The program will run Mondays through Thursdays from 3 to 7:30 p.m. and include enrichment, homework help, nutritional meals, art activities, and MORE! For more information on a location near you and how to register visit www.cityofmobile.org/parks-rec/news/ mprd-after-school-all-star-program.
October is Fire Prevention Month! During this month
TDFR’s goal is to raise fire safety awareness and help ensure your home and family are protected. Join us for Theodore Dawes Fire Rescue’s 2nd Annual Fire Prevention Family Fun Day coming up this October, Saturday the 15th from 11am-2pm at the Tillman’s Corner Community Center. Enjoy touch a truck, face painting, demonstrations, obstacle course, food trucks and much more.
The Historic Mobile Preservation Society invites and encourages everyone to join us on Thursday, October 20, 2022, for the return of our annual Columns & Cocktails fundraiser. Our members and numerous donors are the heart of our organization, making it possible for us to pursue our continued goal of preserving our city’s rich history through education, advocacy, and heritage tourism. The historic venue selected to house this year’s Columns & Cocktails is the beautiful Ezell House. Columns & Cocktails 2022 will have an assortment of food and entertainment for everyone. The event will also feature a silent auction and, of course, cocktails! As you can see, we are very excited about this year’s venue and are calling on you to make Columns and Cocktails 2022 our most successful benefit to date. We look forward to seeing you all there! For more information or to become a sponsor visit http://www.historicmobile.org/columns-cocktails.
Sunny Side Theater proudly presents James and the Giant Peach! October 14th - 16th forty two actors, ages seven to seventeen will take the stage at Davidson High School. The story follows James Henry Trotter, an orphan boy, who is sent to live with his two tyrannical and scheming aunts. He, through the discovery of a magic bag, inadvertently grows a giant peach from the peach tree and brings a spider, centipede, grasshopper, ladybug, glowworm, and earthworm to human size. The actors have been rehearsing since August. The cast represents 25 different schools in Mobile and the surrounding cities. If you would like to see this whimsical production scan the QR code for tickets!
Join us for the Fourth annual Grilled Cheese Meltdown, Thursday Oct. 6, 2022, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in Cathedral Square. This friendly competition will see who can make the most delicious grilled cheese yet! The event will be hosted by Springboard to Success and benefiting the Urban Emporium. Visit their Facebook page –4th Annual Grilled Cheese Meltdown.
Experience Greek Fest 2022 at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church located at 50 South Ann Street, Mobile. Enjoy Greek dance shows, Church tours, live music, vendors, kid’s area, delicious Greek food, and pastries.
This year’s Greek Fest will be Thursday, October 13 through Sunday, October 16. (We are so excited to have added Sunday this year!). The Menu will include:
Dinner plate options of Grecian Chicken, Pastichio, Dolmathes, or Greek Meatballs. All above served with Spanakopita (spinach pie), Grecian green beans, & Rice pilaf. Daily Special in limited Supply is Lamb Shank on bed of rice. Sandwiches – Gyros and Souvlaki (chicken or pork) Sides- Greek Salad (small & large), Greek Fries, Kalamari, Spanakopita. Dessert- Loukoumades (Greek beignets), Soft Serve Ice Cream. Bakery items include Baklava, Koulourakia (twisted cookies), Kourabiedes (wedding cookies), Assorted Pastry Plates, Traditional Braided Bread, and some of your favorite desserts from Hellas Bakery in Tarpon Springs, Fl. Drinks- cold water, soft drinks, beer, wine.
Admission is FREE! Hours are Thursday through Saturday 11:00am – 9:00pm and Sunday 12:00pm – 4:00pm. It is a cashless festival- debit or credit card transactions only. Fore more information visit www.greekfestmobile.com. We are thankful to the Mobile community for its continued support of Greek Fest, and we cannot wait to be “all together- ola mazi”! OPA!!
The Greater Gulf state Fair returns to The Grounds
October 28 - November 6th . The Fair will once again feature the largest midway on the Gulf Coast, a mustsee entertainment line-up, with concerts on the Main Stage tage from Sister Hazel, Micah Tyler, and Elle King with more on the Community Stage, along with the ultimate experience in entertainment, food and attractions such as Royal Hanneford Circus, Family Game Show, WOW Factor Science Show, and Rosaire’s Royal Racers. The Marketplace will be filled with rides, food, and adult attractions inside (Test Kitchen, Coca-Cola Chillzone). Some of the events taking place will be Funnel Cake Run and Ferris Wheel Speed Dating. Halloween is College Night (free entry with college ID) and Kidz Day is Tuesday, November 1, 2022 (Free child admission with the purchase of adult admission). Discounted tickets are on sale at greatergulfstatefair.com until October 27, 2022.
With a grand kick-off to their 5th year anniversary season, The PACT Theatre Company does it again by exposing Mobile, AL to their new and ingenious presentation of the timeless tale, The Wizard of Oz! With the show running for three weekends, October 6th- 23rd, patrons will be welcomed to a night of wonder they won’t forget! The PACT Theatre Company’s The Wizard of Oz will take theatre-goers down “The Yellow Brick Road“ with director and choreographer, Jacob Rowe’s, magical retelling of this beloved adventure for all ages. Based on the classic MGM movie musical and the book by L. Frank Baum, The Wizard of Oz has been enchanting families for generations. For tickets and information visit thepactmobile. com or Facebook.com/thepactmobile.
With school getting back into the swing and first-quarter grades starting to come out, some of you might be wondering where some of those bad grades are coming from. Some parents endured a rough last year but reasoned that a new class, teacher, and scen ery might improve academic performance. If that’s not the case, however, here are some guidelines for deciding when to seek help for your child.
First, some threshold considerations. Major red flags for potential learning issues include: suspensions or dismissals from school due to behavior, failing a class (especially languagebased or math-based classes), or stated concerns from teachers. If there are any such issues, then it is essential for the parent to communicate with the teacher to try to isolate the reasoning behind any disruptive behavior or poor grades (i.e., not doing the work or not understanding the work). This will help direct your attention to evaluating any problems your child may be having.
Many schools will have resources for parents and students for further evaluation, particularly with academic concerns. If assess ments for using these resources are offered, it is generally a good idea to accept the evalua tion. These can be helpful in deciding the next steps for student assistance and can also help to provide more resources from the school for the student.
Another good option is to contact your pediatrician about any problems your child is having in school. These concerns can be brought up during your child’s check-up, and we can explore further options at that time, including a dedicated appointment to address any learning issues.
Depending on the circumstances, your pediatrician can administer a questionnaire for the parents and teachers, interview you and your child about any concerns, or we may refer to a psychologist or other qualified professional to do a full assessment of behavior and learn ing abilities for the specific child. After gathering
as much appropriate information as possible, your pediatrician will be able to develop a plan of care for your child with realistic goals. After evaluation, possible diagnoses can typically be divided into two categories: 1. Behavioral diagnosis (i.e., ADHD, anxiety) or 2. Learning Disorders (i.e., dyslexia, language disorders,). These can all be discussed with your pediatrician or appropriate clinician.
Treatments can vary widely depending on the diagnosis and child. They can include medications, counseling, or changes in learning environments at school or home. As with many developmental considerations, early interven tion and communication are essential to ensure success for your child.
Dr. Savannah Browning grew up in Fayette, AL. She moved to Mobile to attend Medical School at the University of South Alabama in 2009, and has been a proud Mobilian ever since. She joined Children’s Medical Group in 2016, and her office is at the Airport Boulevard location. She lives in Mobile with her husband, Andrew, and their three children: Jude, Luke, and Annie.
Congratulations to seniors Bailey Baxter and Lydia Burnham, Davidson’s newest recipients of the WKRG Scholar-Athlete Award! Bailey is a member of the Varsity Swim Team and is also the Spanish Club President. She is in Davidson’s IB program, was an AP Scholar with Distinction in 2022, an AP Scholar with Honors in 2021, and has been a member of the National Honor Society since 10th grade. She has a GPA of 5.14 and ACT score of 33. Along with her academic accomplishments she is also the captain of the Hi-Q team and participates in a leadership position of the Davidson Invitational Model United Nations (DIMUN).
Lydia is in the EPIC program, has a 32 on the ACT and a 4.62 GPA. An AP Scholar and member of the DHS National Honor Society since 10th grade, Lydia is also a volunteer at Springhill Hospital and participates in student leadership at Christ United Methodist. She has been captain of the DHS Volleyball team for two years and has been on the varsity team since her freshman year. In 2021, Lydia was on the All-County Volleyball team. We are so proud of these Warriors!
Ms. Mary Ellen, a staff member at St. Dominic Catholic School, took the time to make our Little Eagles their very own “Little Eagle” they can hang on their backpacks. She crochets each one by hand during the summer and each year surprises the new incoming class.
Acton Academy Mobile students learn all about Studio Maintenance. Keeping their own space clean and neat helps them respect their space and support each other. Eagles Sam, Bethel, and Dorothy Jane work hard together to accomplish their class goals!
Big/Little Buddy Day is one of our favorite days at CHCA! Each year, seniors are paired with a K5 student. This tradition gives seniors the opportunity to mentor their “buddy” while also being reminded of what it is like to be a child again. Throughout the year, Big and Little Buddies will gather for holidays, field trips, and graduation events to celebrate and build relationships that can last a lifetime!
For the 2022 AP test administration, there were 55 total AP Scholars with an average score of 3.82. Twenty-nine of those scholars are in the Class of 2023 and earned the distinction of AP Scholar, AP Scholar with Honors, or AP Scholar with Distinction. Thirteen students earned the distinction of AP Scholar with Honors (received an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams): Jes Boykin, Macy Browning, Elise Chastain, Mac Conwell, Ashley Costello, Taylor Etheredge, Emery Lee, Isabella Lord, Meghan Luttrell, Charley McCall, Connor Pierce, Mike Rosenthal, and Stone Smith
Sixteen students earned the distinction of AP Scholar (received scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams): Ella Brewer, Matt Browning, Philip Brutkiewicz, Alexandria Eubanks, Emma Harrelson, Colleen Luttrell, Elizabeth McEniry, Caroline McLendon, Virginia Merrick, Connor Morgan, Blakely Myers, McKee Paterson, Lillian Ringold, Jonathan Rush, Ella Frances Scott, and Bethany Thuss
US News and World Report ranked W.H. Council Traditional School as the #1 elementary school in the state of Alabama for the second year in a row!! Principal Ms. Allison Streeter and Media Specialist Mrs. Hartmann were guests on WKRG’s Red Couch to discuss the distinguished honor. Way to go Council Comets!
Did you know Mobile County Public Schools is home to five of Alabama’s top-performing schools? According to the latest school rankings by U.S. News and World Report, the top elementary schools in Alabama include:
#1 Council Traditional School
#3 Eichold-Mertz School of Math and Science
#11 Old Shell Road School for Creative and Performing Arts
And the top middle schools in Alabama include:
#4 Clark-Shaw School of Math and Science
#5 Phillips Preparatory School
In addition, Eichold-Mertz had the top reading scores in the entire state of Alabama for the spring 2022 administration of the ACAP test.
Dunbar Magnet School of Creative and Performing Arts had former Dunbar Tiger
Acton Academy students kick off the school year with their new art teacher, local artist Mayssam Iskander. Students added their handprints to the Founding Tribe picture to start the new journey together.
Ms. Monica J. Beasley, art teacher at Old Shell Road School of Creative and Performing Arts, had a solo exhibition of her original artwork at Sophiella Gallery during August’s LoDa ArtWalk. Many students from the school came to see their teacher and her exhibition entitled “Loving You (me, him, them).” “Them” represents the students she teaches. Ms. Beasley has been an educator for 24 years. Way to go Ms. Beasley!
The AP Scholar Awards recognize high school students who have demonstrated exemplary college-level achievement on Advanced Placement Exams. There are three levels of awards: The AP Scholar Award, given to those who pass at least three AP tests with a score of 3 or higher; the AP Scholar with Honor Award, given to those who score a 3 or higher on four AP exams and have an overall AP score average of a 3.25 or greater; and the AP Scholar with Distinction Award, given to those who score at least a 3 on at least five AP exams and have an
Congratulations to our newest members of the St. Dominic service group Angels on a Mission. They were commissioned after Mass and together said the Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi. They will begin their service projects in September and continue throughout the school year.
Little Flower Catholic School will receive funding for the development of their drama club through the Chris Lary Award from the University of Notre Dame. With this funding, Little Flower’s Drama Club will grow into an opportunity for more students to explore the truth and beauty that the dramatic stage can reveal and to hone their gifts and talents. Sydni Brooks, an ACE teacher at Little Flower, accepted the award on behalf of the school.
Phillips Preparatory’s IB Learners for August are Claire Stringfellow, Jazzmyne Hartman, and Nyla Bendolph. These students were chosen by their teachers for exhibiting the IB Learner Profile: BALANCED. Students who are balanced understand the
It was a full, fun summer in Scarborough Model Middle School’s Project SMART program! Students visited the WWII Museum in New Orleans, the Legacy Museum in Montgomery, an escape room in Orange Beach, and Global Wildlife safari park in Louisiana. They also had a paint party in the school cafeteria. Project SMART is an after-school and summer program that blends academics with enrichment activities.
Corpus Christi School participates in the ‘Blessings in a Backpack’ program. Through this ministry, the school helps to provide meals for students in need on the weekends. We are very thankful for our very generous families for the donations.
St. Luke’s Interventions in Biomedical Sciences class visited Saad’s Hospice for a tour of their beautiful facility and to learn about the services they offer. They learned that the facility provides the benefit of a home environment, but with medical support. The idea is for their
Each Wednesday at 7:15 AM the 7th grade girls at St. Ignatius meet for their weekly Children of Mary meeting led by middle school Theology teacher, Mrs. Caroline McDonald. This is a voluntary group which almost every girl in 7th grade signed up for. They focus on lifting each other up and applying the upcoming Sunday Gospel reading to their personal life. This year Children of Mary members kicked off the first meeting by writing notes of affirmation to each other. We are truly grateful for the ability to practice our faith in an academically strong school setting. The Catholic Difference is not only being academically strong but faithfully strong as well.
A.J. Alt, Cain Bloodworth, Noah Martin and Cash Tillman earned their wings this summer, as they won the Admiral’s Cup at Space Camp. These seventhgraders tested their knowledge in the Aviation Mach II Challenge, a fast-paced, militaryinspired aerodynamics program. The Admiral’s Cup is awarded to the group that demonstrates the best teamwork skills, including communication and leadership,
their training exercises.
A.J. is a student at Clark-Shaw School of Math, Science & Technology, while Cain, Noah and Cash attend Barton Academy for Advanced
Being small in size didn’t stop the littlest Vikings at Little Flower School from leading an energetic cheer for the student body. When the cheers start with the upper grades and filter down to the lower grades, everybody wins as the spirit is shared.
the 10th of the month.
The Viking Accelerated Reader kick-off pep rally brought smiles and applause when the rewards program was introduced. The teachers raised the energy in the room by challenging their students to meet their goal each quarter. Special rewards await those who meet their goal. Loving to read is its own reward, but a little something extra is like icing on the cake.
St. Mary first graders practice music lessons with Dr. Collin Lowery in Mrs. Gardner’s class! Dr. Lowery is St. Mary’s new music, teaching children the joy of music from Prek3 to the eighth grade. Submitted by by Marcelle Naman
Phillips Preparatory’s 6th grade Language & Literature teacher, Ms. Madelyn Thomaston was a recipient of WKRG’s Golden Apple Award. She was nominated by two former students: Zoe Ballard and Valerie
Pugh. PPS is so fortunate to have an amazing teacher, who pours into her students daily.
Dunbar Magnet School of Creative and Performing Arts had another guest artist teach and speak with Revolution and Fusion Dance Company! Brian Martinez graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a BFA in Performance and Choreography. Currently, Brian is working for PARAMAR Dance Theatre in Chicago, IL and is founder of the Boykin Dance Project in Mobile, AL. Thank you again for stopping by Brian!
Murphy High School hosted a groundbreaking ceremony with MCPSS Superintendent Chresal D. Threadgill and Mobile County School Board District 4 Commissioner Sherry Dillihay-McDade on August 17 to launch the school’s first-ever Farm to Table Program. Those in attendance included Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson, Public Service Commission President Twinkle Cavanaugh, and representatives from Spire Energy, which sponsored the initiative. The program, which incorporates science, math and the culinary arts, aims to provide students and the surrounding community with tools for self-sustainable, small footprint farming, with the mission of reducing or eliminating food deserts in impoverished and underserved areas.
The program was sponsored by Spire Energy through its Connected Through Cooking Outreach Program, which provided funding to establish the teaching farm and supporting curriculum. Donors included Alabama Power, Ingalls Shipbuilding, Keep Mobile Beautiful, Lowe’s, the Murphy High School Alumni Association, Terri Purvis (in honor of former Mobile County Sheriff Tom Purvis), and Threaded Fasteners Inc. Stokely Garden Express donated citrus and fruit trees and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System provided seeds and plants.
Cottage Hill Christian Academy continues to seek new resources and technology that will enhance our student experience. This year CHCA was blessed with the addition of nearly 500 laptops that will ensure 1 to 1 device accessibility for all 5th-12th grade students. Teachers have been equipped with iPads, laptops, and tablets to increase student engagement in an interactive and collaborative learning environment.
We invite you to join our parents, students and faculty at St. Ignatius to celebrate Mass with our entire 4K-8th grade population. The Children’s Choir lifts our spirits high and worshiping together truly sets the tone for a great weekend. The Catholic Difference shines bright on Fridays at St. Ignatius School Mass.
The UMS-Wright Honor Code is a code of ethics that governs the students in all matters pertaining to honesty and integrity. For example, while walking down the halls one might notice that no locker has a lock. Reason being, it is an expression of the desire from the students, faculty, administration, and trustees to provide an atmosphere in which qualities of mutual trust, respect, and integrity prevail. We are so proud to recognize the 2022-23 Honor Council. Seniors: President - Will Kittrell, VP - Paul Murray, Secretary - Will Neumann, and
Juniors: Olivia Gleason, Frances Howard, Sarah Bolding Parker, and Saylor Parker Sophomores: Jacob Cooper and Mac McGinley Freshman: Evelyn Baird and Khandro Butler
“The UMSWright Honor Code is the lifeblood of our school and the Honor Council is one of the key aspects that makes us so special. We are a body of peer-elected students from the Upper School entrusted to uphold the Honor Code that has been the foundation of our school for generations.” - President, Will Kittrell
Council Traditional joined over 22 million children around the globe to celebrate International Dot Day- a grassroots “creativity and courage” movement started in 2009 and based on the best-selling author Peter H. Reynold’s book The Dot. The students are participating in Dot Day
St. Dominic Catholic School
For National Dog Day, St. Luke’s helped raise awareness about the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year and to honor family dogs that keep us safe and bring comfort.
Dr. Keesee, recently adopted a rescue pup
“LuLu” (as in St. LU-ke’s) and decided to make her an emotional support dog for the University Campus students (she is 90% black lab and 10% mastiff.) Lulu then completed Canine
Good Citizen training at the Dog Ranch in Daphne. When a student is having a bad day, needs a little bit of extra comfort or even just needs a smile, Dr. Keesee & Lulu welcome them into “their” office.
After spending the last few weeks playing with his new team in Europe, Barry Dunning , McGill-Toolen Class of 2022, stopped by to see his coaches and teammates before he heads to the University of Arkansas next week to start his freshman season. Best of luck
Barry - we can’t wait to see what your future holds.
Among the many enhancements at Davidson High School, the 2022-23 academic year ushered in substantial investments in the school’s Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program. The only Navy JROTC program in the Mobile County Public School System, Davidson was included in a national pilot program to formally expand JROTC participation to 8th graders. In doing so, the program now extends to students at the Denton Magnet School of Technology which is separated by only a parking lot from Davidson High School. The addition of Denton’s students substantially grew participation in Davidson’s JROTC program. Having grown to more than 150 active participants, the program earned a third Naval Science Instructor position. After nearly 15 years as Davidson’s Senior Naval Science Instructor (SNSI), Navy CAPT Tom Daniel retired in August 2022. He was replaced by newly retired Coast Guard CAPT Mick Scott (pictured left). The new Naval Science Instructor position was filled by Navy Senior Chief Boatswain’s Mate Anthony Jones (pictured right) – a long-serving JROTC Instructor who relocated from the Orlando, FL area. Together they join Marine Corps Master Sergeant Reed English (pictured middle) who was recently recognized by the Alabama Association for Career and Technical Education (ALACTE) as its 2022 New Teacher of the Year. Together, these three instructors served more than 78 years in the nation’s maritime military services.
Within the student body, Senior Cadet Carter Barros serves as the program’s Commanding Officer, and is also 2022-23 President of the Alabama JROTC Officer’s Association. His Executive Officer is Senior Cadet Blessings Kibet, who was selected as one of 20 high school students nationwide to participate in an eight-week U.S. Navy and Air Force funded Summer Flight Academy. Demonstrating her leadership ability and aviation acumen, she passed the FAA’s written exam, completed more than 50 hours of flight time, and received six college credits. It is indeed an exciting time to be a part of Davidson High School’s JROTC program!
Sixty-six total students at UMS-Wright earned the distinction of AP Scholar by the College Board in recognition of their exceptional achievement on the college-level Advanced Placement Program Exams.
40 students qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and grades of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams.
James Ashbee, Caroline Block, Mary Webster Burke, Ashlyn Buskness, Rebekah Chappell, Mallory Duncan, Natalie Duncan, Addison Faggard, Abigail Fowler, Creighton Fowler, Ella Fridriksson, Isabelle Gautier, Isabelle Hooks, Alex Husler, Annie Jeffery, Reagan Jokerst, Timothy Kaufman, William Kittrell, Edward Ladd, Grace Lyons, Anna Maurin, Anna McAnally, Barclay McGinley, Katelyn Mergulhao, Alex Moore, Eleanor Moore, Jay Murray, Paul Murray, Will Neumann, Joseph Perry, John Pipes, Thomas Price, Hayden Salter, Larom Segev, Sofia Swann, Edward Tremayne, Clark Turner, Louie Wallace, Walker Willcox, and Jackson Williford 11 students qualified for the AP Scholar with Honor Award by earning an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. Max Buchman, Garrett LaCoste, Virginia Ladd, Ian Lynch, Hannah McConnell, Jerrick Phan, Ameen Shaikh, Luke Stringer, Anne Teague, Luke Walker, and Victoria Waters. And finally, with an average score of 3 or higher on 3 or more AP exams, the following 15 students are recognized as AP Scholars. William Bonner, Leopold Dong, Ellen Doyle, Lydia Fowler, Louise Hutchison, Evan Iglesias, Claire Johnson, Mary Helen Marmande, Ethan Monson, Elizabeth Mostellar, Max Padgett, Aryan Patel, Elizabeth Stewart, Ryan Walton, and Bryars Weaver.
St. Mary welcomed all students to The Feast of The Assumption Mass and a Backpack Blessing by our Pastor, Father Vrazel on August 15. With “Popsicles and Progress” as the theme, students enjoyed their frozen treats with a background of the new St. Mary Pavilion Construction Progress! Submitted by Marcelle Naman.
In a first for many students in Latangula Bell’s class at Whitley Elementary, they met an AfricanAmerican
children’s book author, Melody Patterson. They received a free autographed copy of her book, “The Smallest Pair.” The Smallest Pair is the story of a fun-loving little girl, named Harmony, who visits the eye doctor for the first time. Harmony was so excited to select her new glasses, but as children typically do, she broke them on the first day. The book navigates Harmony’s response and that of her mother’s.
St. Paul’s Episcopal School is so proud of our students who earned special recognition because of their academic
The senior Honor Council members explained to the lower campus students what the Honor Code means and then joined each class to assist with signing the Honor Pledge. The following day, at the upper campus, the Honor Council members received their pins before explaining what the honor code means and what is or is not acceptable behavior at St. Luke’s. They reviewed the four elements of academic integrity: cheating, lying, stealing and plagiarism. St. Luke’s Honor Pledge:”As a St. Luke’s student, I will never lie, cheat, steal, intend to deceive nor tolerate any of these acts.”
Honor Council 2022 Members:President: Taylor Jackson; Seniors: Andrew Burchett, Will Hataway, Kennedy Johnson; Juniors: Emma Hataway, Ria Gupta, Joshua Le; Sophomores: Cami Abel, Sophia Bitzer; Freshmen: Maddie Banks Catelynn Gill
news. Congratulations to Gianna Estrada for earning the National Hispanic Recognition Award and congratulations to Alexandria Eubanks and Jaboris Stone for earning the National African American Recognition Award!
Phillips Preparatory School would like to congratulate the 2022-2023 Scholars Bowl Team. These students, along with their coaches, Mrs. Vickers and Mrs. Walton, look forward to competing this year and
The Mobile County Board of School Commissioners recently recognized Davidson High School’s Iyana Johnson, who was selected as the 2022 Gatorade Girls’ Track & Field Player of the Year for Alabama. A 2022 graduate, Johnson won the shot put and triple jump events at the 7A state meet last year and is now at the University of South Alabama.
Please email School News to Lynn@mobilebayparents.com by the 10th of the month.
The Mobile County Board of School Commissioners recognized the nationally ranked Blount High School JROTC Technology Club, which represented Alabama in the Drones World Championships in Dallas. The members are: Cameron Bolden, Kristen Cass,
St. Ignatius Fall CYO Soccer, Cheer, Volleyball and Football have started and our Impala families love it! Special thanks to all the hardworking volunteer coaches and parents who help curate these memories. Each game begins at center court or field with the Hail Mary. Rooting even our activities in faith is part of The Catholic Difference.
Our Fine Arts are off to a great start!! We have had a record year in registrations, and we are looking forward to a great year of music!
Dunbar Magnet School of Creative and Performing Arts girls’ volleyball team played 3 scrimmage games (to 15 points) against Denton Magnet School. They did a spectacular job and were very competitive. Great job on your win ladies!
Congratulations to McGill-Toolen Catholic’s 43 AP Scholars!
Pictured are Class of 2023 Scholars: Top: Henry Bridges, Nicholas Hewit, Justin Sullivan,
Congratulations to three Davidson High School seniors for being awarded titles by the College Board based on their outstanding performance on the PSAT and Advanced Placement (AP) exams. These students are in the EPIC program and completed the pre-IB program at Davidson in 9th and 10th grade, in addition to several IB, AP, and honors courses in their junior and senior year. Salihah Daffin (left) and McKenzie Willis (right) were given the National African American Recognition Award, and Amelia Diaz (middle) was given the National Hispanic Recognition Award. Salihah plans to apply to the University of Alabama in Birmingham, the University of Alabama, and Florida A & M, and she’s considering a degree in biology. Amelia plans to study biochemistry with a minor in Spanish, and she will be applying to New York University, Tulane, and Emory. McKenzie plans to apply to the University of Alabama in Birmingham, University of South Alabama, and Clark-Atlanta, and she is interested in pursuing a career in nursing or biomedicine. Congratulations to these Warriors!
St. Mary welcomed back students for a brand new school year on August 17. New uniforms and books, and new teachers and classrooms were accompanied with awesome smiles.
A group of Theodore High School students volunteered at Feeding the Gulf Coast. They sorted 2,280 pounds of food, which will provide approximately 1,900 meals for needy families in the community.
Recently, Corpus Christi School 5th graders attended the Blue Mass at the Cathedral. This is an annual Mass honoring the service of Public Safety Personnel. Before Mass, the students attended a program with all the 5th graders from the Catholic Schools in our area. They sang, played and reflected together. As an added bonus, they got to hang out with some Corpus alumni.
St. Mary Catholic School students honored local first responders in memory of the tragic events of 9/11. St. Mary invited team members from Mobile’s Downtown Fire Station who were presented with sweet treats from our students following the program. Submitted by Marcelle Naman.
Pre-K – 2nd Grade: Front Row – Nathan Ng, Hannah Garner, Eulalia Diego Martin, Rowan Fisher, Hannah Havard, Kinley Schmucker. Middle Row – Xena Rodriguez, Teigen Vincent, Ansley McCoy, Numayrah Khan, Mya Belle McLean. Back Row
Over the summer, the St. Paul’s Chess Team volunteered twice a week to provide chess classes to young boys attending the Jubilee Youth Service and Leadership Academy. Bennett Brown, Daniel Gill, Philip Gill, and Ella Brochu represented St. Paul’s in a very BIG way, and for that, we are grateful. A special thank you to The Florence Foundation for their continued support of the advancement of chess at St. Paul’s. As the Chess motto goes, “Geus una sumas!,” or “We are one people!” Go Saints!
Aaliyah Tubberville. Not Pictured –Rafael Juan Fransisco .
3rd – 5th Grade: Front Row – Ariel Tanner, Devin Howell, MaKenly Frost, Sofia Campbell, Taite Culbreth, Sabrina Rodriguez . Middle Row – Farrah Hunt, Carlos Gaillard, Kal’lis Crayton, Matthew Adams . Back Row – Ayden Clark, Aiden Mitchell, Collin Havard, Emily Stapleton, Takaelia Kidd Not Pictured – Abigail Snyder, Emalynne Jamison, Sydney Nelson, Huck Sumrall
Just before the 2022-23 school year started, nine JROTC cadets from B.C. Rain and Blount high schools spent some time Pensacola with their instructors, LTC. Don Brady and LTC. Robbie Cross, for the National Flight Academy. The Academy’s mission is to inspire students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics fields. Disciplines include aerodynamics, propulsion, navigation, communications, flight physiology and meteorology, along with core values, teamwork, and leadership skills development.
The high school road to college may seem like four of the most challenging years families face. There are deadlines, tough financial choices, and parents and children don’t always agree on colleges. If that isn’t stressful enough, every year there are tasks that high school students should be checking off their to-do lists. How do parents help their high school students navigate all the details and decisions they must make during their countdown to college?
Here is some advice from the pros -- a parent who’s been through the process and a college admissions counselor.
It all starts with a conversation between parent and child. But often, the question that starts the conversation is the wrong one, ac cording to Rick Clark, an undergraduate admissions counselor.
“Parents ask, ‘Where do you want to go to college?’” Clark says. “The biggest question that parents don’t ask or lose sight of is ‘Why do you want to go to college?’”
That why is important and should be followed up with ques tions like “What do you hope to get out of this? What do you want to study? What do you want to do long-term?” says Clark.
Following are tips to get your student on the right track for col lege while in high school.
Rachael Fain, a mom of three, stresses the importance of the GPA during freshman year. Fain’s daughter, Hannah, graduated from college in 2017. Fain also has two sons, Matthew, who gradu ated from college in 2020, and Andrew, a college senior. “My chil dren started taking high school classes in eighth grade,” Fain says. “A GPA is harder to bring up in junior and senior year, so our goal their eighth and ninth grade years was to keep their GPAs high.”
The freshman year is also important for getting on a challeng ing track of classes.
“Course choice is important,” Clark says. “Math, in particular, is something students need to pay attention to.”
Taking challenging classes in high school helped Fain’s son Matthew make his college decision. He decided to pursue his degree at the university where he took dual credit courses when he
was in high school. Andrew also took dual credit courses in high school to lighten his load once he got to college. That worked out well when Covid hit and Andrew took a semester off but did not fall behind in his course work.
Tenth grade is a good year for self-reflection. Students can take personality tests and the PSAT to figure out their strengths and weaknesses. They can also start thinking about the kind and size of school they want to attend.
Understanding what they are good at will help high school stu dents be realistic about the school that is the best fit for them.
Grades are crucial during the junior year. Junior year also involves a more challenging track of classes and leadership roles in clubs and activities. It’s hard to do it all, so how important are the extracurricular activities? It depends on the student and the college.
“At one of my children’s colleges, extracurricular activities were really important,” Fain said. “At the other one, they didn’t matter as much.”
Clark says one out of every four students who apply to the school where he works are accepted.
“Most students that apply have good test scores, good grades and good courses. Then the review committee asks, ‘Is this kid a good fit for us?’”
Clark says they look for students who are innovative or who are entrepreneurs, and they ask, “How does this student use their time?”
“If they are a good student who goes home and plays video games, what will they contribute to the school?” Clark says.
But it stands out if students are responsible, if they work a job or if they make an impact in some way.
Clark says the most important thing about making a college decision is finding a good fit.
“Fit doesn’t really mean can the student do the work, but are they aligned well to the school.” For example, Clark says two uni versities can look the same on paper. A student will apply to each with the same grades and same test scores and get accepted to one and not the other.
“That is what fit is,” Clark says. “How a student fits with a school, not just from an academic standpoint.”
If you and your child do not agree on the same school, Clark says how you approach the topic may resolve a lot of conflict over the situation. “Continue to tell your kids you love them, and that no matter where they go to college, it will be great.”
The good news is that there are many schools across the country and probably more than one of them will match your student’s personality and academic standing.
“If you or your child feels overwhelmed, take a deep breath and remember there is a school for every student,” says Fain.
Janeen Lewis is a writer, teacher and mom to Andrew and Gracie. She is a nationally published writer.
Talk to your parents and guidance counselor at the beginning of the year to set goals. Take the most challenging courses available to you. Make good grades. Try a variety of activities. Take advantage of opportunities to visit college campuses when you travel.
Visit college and career fairs. If you are social distancing, schedule virtual tours of colleges of interest or consider self-guided tours on campuses. Check out updated health and masking guidance at schools you visit in person. Build your resume. Make a list of awards, accomplishments, and activities. Take the PSAT for practice (you can take it your sophomore and junior year, but it won’t count until you are a junior). Start studying for the ACT and SAT. There are many test prep guides available online and in book form. Assess your strengths and weaknesses and take a personality inventory. Research possible careers. During the summer begin researching colleges that might be a good fit.
Take the PSAT. Accept leadership roles in the activities that suit you best. Narrow your list of possible careers. Narrow your list of possible colleges. Take the ACT and SAT. During the summer volunteer or find an internship or job related to your future career. Write a college entrance essay draft. Have it critiqued by a guidance counselor or teacher.
Narrow your college search to six to eight schools. Post all important deadline dates on a wall calendar. Retake the ACT or SAT if needed. Polish your resume. Ask for teacher recommendations. Visit the colleges you are applying to. Send out all your college applications. After you receive your acceptance letters, compare scholarship and financial aid packages and make your final decision. Notify all the schools you were accepted to of your deci sion. Celebrate the beginning of a new timeline at college!
Words matter. They are the corner stone of our everyday lives. What we say and how we say it has so much impact on our lives and the lives of others. Words are an inexhaustible resource. They have started and stopped wars. They influence how we think and what we believe. No matter the language, words hold more power than any weapon ever created. I will always be passionate about this topic of conversation, especially when it comes to educating our youth.
We all have access to devices that allow us to communicate every second of every day. We can log on to any news site, social media app, or gaming device and have an instant connection. We have an immediate platform for an audience. Any one can go live on Facebook, Instagram or TikTok. We can share anything from how to make ramen to deep-seated personal and political beliefs. The internet provides no boundaries for every thought or feeling someone may have, should they wish to share it. For our young, impressionable kids and teens, this can be difficult terrain for them to navigate. It is often hard to decipher what is true and what is not. It is also problematic when the words being said target others in a hurtful manner. Our children are often sharing the same literary playground with uncensored adults.
So what does all of this mean? How does this affect our children? How can we help them navigate what they are reading and hearing?
We begin by modeling good digital behavior. As parents and guardians, we must be sure that what we say online best represents us. We want to be proud of our chosen words and be comfortable with our children reading them. In this way, we teach them how much their words matter.
There is a term I began using years ago in conferences with my students. It is “screen brave.” Kids and adults tend to feel very brave behind a screen. We forget that there are real humans on the other side of the screen, reading every word we say. This can make it feel easy to say hurtful things be cause we cannot immediately SEE the hurt it creates. So we must teach our children that their words matter. What they say can help or hurt someone. What they say can af fect others’ lives and their own. We must help them avoid being screen brave. A tip I give all of my students is this... Every time you get on your phone, pretend like you have an audience sitting right in front of you. If you would not say face to face to the audience what you are about to say online, then it is best not to say it at all.
We must also teach them the heavy consequences of their words. While we are not responsible for other people’s reactions and cannot make people do things, we can be held responsible for the consequences of our words. If we are lead ing groups of people to harm others, then we are responsible for that leadership. If we encourage someone to do something wrong, illegal or irreversible, we must be held responsible for the role we play.
There are numerous cases where teens have encouraged other teens to commit suicide and were convicted of involuntary manslaughter. Telling some one how to KYS (kill yourself) is now a punishable offense. Teach your children that when angry, the best place for them is NOT the internet. Teach them to take a breath, take a step back, and think about the words they want to use and the possible resulting consequences.
Lastly, remain involved. Check their ac counts. Have open conver sations. Give them a safe space to have hard days and to feel angry. Give them space to vent to you, a counselor, or a trusted adult without spilling their words onto the internet for everyone to see... and for everyone to feel.
I love this quote by J. K. Rowling, “Words are, in my not so humble opinion, our most inexhaustible source of magic. Capable of both inflicting injury, and remedying it.”
Kristi Bush serves as a national education consultant and social media safety advocate. She is a licensed social worker with greater than 15 years of clinical practice and health care experience. She attended Troy and Auburn University where she studied social work and counseling. Kristi travels nationally and has spoken with thousands of children, parents, professionals and organizations about the benefits and threats associ ated with social media. You may reach Kristi through her website at www.knb communications.com.
Fall is the perfect time of year to get outside. And what better way to experience all the season has to offer than by taking a walk? Walking is fun and easy, plus it provides a boost to your physical and mental health. Going on a walk with your kids lets them notice new things and meet new people along the way.
Here are 8 fall theme walks that you and your children can take around your neighborhood.
Sensory walk. On this walk, have your child focus on their senses. Ask your child what colors they see. Touch the leaves that have fallen. Smell the air and ask if it smells different than in the summer. Listen to the birds or squirrels. Don’t forget to taste fall, too, by sampling apples or cider when you get home.
Scavenger hunt. There are many printable scavenger hunts available online or you can get creative and make your own. Have your kids look for distinctly autumnal items like fallen leaves, acorns, or pumpkins. Once they find an item, have them check it off their list. Most kids love carrying the list on a clipboard, too. It’s very official!
Talk the walk. Use descriptive words to engage your child in talking about fall. Ask them why they like this season. Then tell them why you like it. For example, “I like fall because the colors of the leaves are red, orange, and yellow.” I used to tell my kids that I liked fall because the weather is cooler and it feels good to wear sweaters.
Bird watching walk. Does fall bring the arrival or departure of different kinds of birds in your area? Talk about the birds you saw this summer and imagine where they live now. Notice which birds fly in V-shaped formations as they prepare to head south. Keep track of how many different birds you see on a walk in a field journal.
Art walk. The object of an art walk is to collect as many items related to fall as you can, such as leaves, sticks, and acorns. Then take them home and create! You can glue twigs and leaves together to make forest creatures or try your hand at making leaf prints. One of the easiest projects my children enjoyed when they were younger was sticking fallen leaves of all colors, shapes and sizes onto contact paper.
Nighttime walk. Just because the days are getting shorter doesn’t mean you have to stay inside when it gets dark. On your nighttime walk, see if you can find constellations like the Big Dipper. Watch for the blinking lights of planes as they cross the sky. Take flash lights or headlamps and look for critters in your neighborhood.
Buddy walk. Sometimes all that is needed to make a walk more exciting is a friend. Invite one or two buddies to traverse the neighborhood with you or pick a new location for your walk. Simply traveling through a novel area can be an exciting change of pace for most kids. Go for a walk around the block or take a friend on any of the eight walks here.
Science walk. Gather leaves that have fallen from trees as well as those from plants. Ask how the leaves are different. Is one kind changing color but the other is not? Look for any black spots on leaves and talk about decay. Notice the evergreen trees in your area and discuss why they do not change color. For extra credit, bring home leaves and press them between sheets of newspaper weighed down by books for a few days. This will pre serve their shape and color without the leaves curling and drying out.
Katy M. Clark is a writer and mother of two who embraces her imperfections on her blog Experienced Bad Mom.
September 30 - October 31
Wales West Pumpkin Patch Express
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, Hay less Hayride, Pumpkin Cannon, Cafe and more. Fri’s, Sat’s, Sun’s; 4-7pm Fall Festival Train, 7-9 pm, Scary Night Train-Nightly starting Oct. 27. Tickets available online. (251) 232-2322 www.waleswest.com
October 1 - November 5
Seward Farms Corn Maze and Fall Fun ad on page 11
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-6pm, Field Trips by reservations Monday-Thursday (228) 641-3936 info@sewardfarms.com www.sewardfarms.com
October 1 - 31
Baldwin County Pumpkin Festival
Baldwin County Fairgrounds
19477 Fairground Rd Robertsdale, AL 36567
Festival to include: Escape Rooms, Pumpkin Olympics, 20 Festival Games, Hayride, Corn Hole, Kids Craft Area, Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest, Cos tume Contest, Haunted House, and much more. (251) 213-5008 www.bcpumpkinfest.com
Tanner Williams UMC Pumpkin Patch
1550 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd N Mobile, AL 36608 Pumpkin Patch hours-Monday-Friday 11am-7pm, Saturdays 1-am-7pm and Sundays 12pm-7pm. Pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks, mums, and home made treats available for purchase! Please drop by and take as many pictures with the pumpkins! School Field trips can be scheduled for Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday in October. (251)649-4752 www.tannerwilliamsumc.org
Dauphin Way United Methodist Pumpkin Patch
Corner of Dauphin and Catherine Streets Mobile, AL 36604
Come to the Pumpkin Patch! You will find pump kins of all sizes, shapes, and colors along with gourds for your fall decorations. Field trips offered by appointment. Sunday-Friday, 12:00pm-6:00pm and Saturday, 9:00am-6:00pm. (251) 471-1511 www.dauphinwayumc.org
Gulf Shores Public Beach
101 Gulf Shores Parkway Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Enjoy fresh seafood during this four-day event with great food, music and more! Local and regional vendors with food lining the boardwalk. Art lovers will have almost many booths to visit. (251) 968-7200 www.myshrimpfest.com
Mobile Parks and RecreationMovies in the Park
Various Locations Mobile , ALMovies in the Park at dusk. Free. Dates/location-Oct 6-The Croods, Matthews Park, Oct. 13-Rock Dog 2, Sage Park, Oct. 20-The Princess and the Frog, Detoni Square Park. 6:00pm www.facebook.com/mobileparksandrec
Kids Day: Quarterly Series Event Sage Park 2900 Dauphin St Mobile, AL 36606 Jump on over and join us for a bouncing good time! We will have over TWENTY Inflatables for all ages, plus a Live DJ, Games, Fun Activities, and MORE! Free, 10am-2pm. www.MobileParksAndRec.org
October 8 - October 30 (Saturdays and Sundays) Kid-Friendly Activities & Trick-Or-Treat in Downtown OWA
1501 South OWA Boulevard Foley, AL 36535 Saturday & Sunday starting October 8, TrickOr-Treat begins at 5pm; while supplies last.
Experience a fun-filled fall this Halloween at OWA, weekends beginning October 8!
(251) 923-2111 www.visitowa.com
Chickasaw United Methodist ChurchPumpkin 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 12:30pm-6pm. Field Trips Available (251) 452-3461 www.chickasawumc.org
Middleton Farms
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 Face book for more details.
(251) 709-2001 www.middletonfarmtours.com
Food Trucks at the Pumpkin Patch ad on page 8
Christ United Methodist Church
6101 Grelot Road 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. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
(251) 342-0462 www.christunited.com
Christ United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch ad on page 8
Christ UMC 6101 Grelot Road Mobile, AL 36609
It’s Pumpkin Patch time! Bring the family and have fun taking a few holiday pictures surrounded by
tons of colorful pumpkins of all sizes and colors. Don’t forget to pick out a pumpkin or two for purchase. Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. - Dusk, Sunday 12:00pm-dusk. (251) 342-0462 www.christunited.com
ad on page 14
The Annunciation Greek Church
50 South Ann Street Mobile, AL 36604
Come out and enjoy The Greek Festival, October 13-16 2022. Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11:00am-9:00pm, Sunday Noon-4:00pm. Come enjoy authentic food, pastries, vendors, live music and more.
(251) 438-9888 www.greekfestmobile.com/
Mobile Latin Fest
Cathedral Square 300 Conti St Mobile, AL 36602
Live music, Latin food, dance, crafts, and more. Free & Open to the Public! 4:00pm-10:00pm. Visit our webstie for more information. www.mobile.org/event/mobile-latin-fest2022/20608/
October LoDa ArtWalk
Downtown Mobile Mobile, AL 36602
LoDa ArtWalk celebrates Halloween and Mobile Latin Fest. This event will highlight creatives within our community, including visual artists, musical performers, and local restaurants. Make sure to come downtown dressed festively for the spooky season! 6pm-9pm www.mobilearts.org/art-walk/
ad on page 8
Christ United Methodist Church 6101 Grelot Road 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 www.christunited.com
Corner of Dauphin and Catherine Streets Mobile, AL 36604
Stop by the pumpkin patch from 8:00am-2:00pm to check out our very first market in the patch! We will have vendors, food, and pumpkin activities for all ages. (251) 471-1511 pumpkin.patch@dauphinwayumc.org www.dauphinwayumc.org
Theodore Dawes Fire Rescue’s Fire Prevention Family Fun Day
Tillmans Corner Community Center 5055 Carol Plantation Rd Mobile, AL 36619
Join us from 11am-2pm for Theodore Dawes Fire Rescue’s Fire Prevention Family Fun Day . We will have an obstacle course, face painting, touch a truck, demonstrations, food trucks and much more. (251) 662-1244 www.theodoredawesfire.com
Oyster City Brewing Company 600 Government Street Mobile, AL 36602 Woofstock 2022-come enjoy all your favorites like
the dog costume contest, great beer, wiener dog races, food trucks, kids activities like a bounce house and music. Plus, great new traditions like a dog pie eating contest All proceeds benefit ARF! 11am-6pm. www.animalrescuemobile.org
Chickasaw United Methodist ChurchPumpkin Patch Fun Activities
Chickasaw United Methodist Church
108 Lee Street Mobile, AL 36611
Oct. 15: Storytime and Pumpkin Painting- 1:00pm and 3pm, Oct. 22: Outdoor Movie-7:00pm, Oct. 29: Pumpkin Patch Carnival Games 2-4pm, Oct. 31st-Trick or Treating and Free Pumpkin Smash (while supplies last) 6pm. More details can be found on our website.
(251) 452-3461 chickasawumc@gmail.com www.chickasawumc.org
Jubilee Festival of Arts
Lott Park 2000 Main Street Daphne, AL 36526 Art, music & local cuisine meet southern charm at this annual festival set along the oak-lined streets of Olde Towne Daphne. Other attractions include entertainment, delicious food and Kids Art. (251) 928-6387 www.thejubileefestival.com
City of Semmes Honor Park
4100 Wulff Road East Semmes, AL 36575
Join the City of Semmes for our first Dog Costume Contest & Mini Parade. 4:00 pm (251) 649-8811 www.cityofsemmesal.gov/
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1655 McGill Avenue Mobile, AL 36604
One of the very best family events - entertain ment, food, games, raffles, yard sale, music and so much more! Help the Little Sisters of the Poor enhance the lives of our elderly Residents! Time: 10:00am-4:00pm.
(251) 476-6335 devmobile@littlesistersofthepoor.org www.littlesistersofthepoormobile.org
Trunk or Treat at Springhill Presbyterian Springhill Presbyterian Church 10 Westminster Way Mobile, AL 36608
Trunk of Treat at Spring Hill Presbyterian Church will be held from 5:30pm-6:30pm. (251) 342-1550 www.shpc.us
Night at the Museum ad on page 31
History Museum of Mobile 111 South Royal Street Mobile, AL 36602
Come from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. $5.00 admis sion - When the clock strikes 5, history comes to life. Enjoy a historical scavenger hunt and talk to historical characters, listen to spooky stories, see exhibits, crafts, costume contest and a goody bag.
(251) 301-0273 www.historymuseumofmobile.com
Christ United’s Family Fun at the Patch ad on page 8
Christ United Methodist Church 6101 Grelot Road Mobile, AL 36609
Bring your family for a day of pumpkin fun. We will have food trucks, a petting zoo, games, face paint ing, pumpkin decorating and much more. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
(251) 342-0462 www.christunited.com
Seward Farms Field of Fright ad on page 11
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! 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Only playground area open. Main activities will be closed.
(228) 641-3936 info@sewardfarms.com www.sewardfarms.com
Stapleton School 35480 Harriot Ave Stapleton, AL 36578
Stapleton Bluegrass Festival-Outstanding musi cal talent, food trucks, family friendly activities and vendors. Enjoy outstanding Bluegrass music! $10 for adults, $5 for kids 5-12. 11:00am5:30pm
(251) 937-2038 www.stapletonbluegrassfestival.com
Commedia Del Arte presents “Oh, You Monster!”
2605 SpringHill Ave Mobile, AL 36607
Join us for an original interactive comedy inspired by Frankenstein. Proceeds to benefit Willow Farms Horse Rescue. 7:00pm (251) 510-0654 www.commediadelarte.org
Environmental Studies Center
6101 Girby Rd Mobile, AL 36693
Join us from 10am-2pm for a Saturday of fun with some amazing, creepy, crawling critters. Children in costume get a special treat. Admission-$3 per person, children 2 and under are free. (251) 221-5000 www.mcpsesc.com/
Fall Festival at Cloverleaf Baptist Church
Cloverleaf Baptist Church
6500 Three Notch Rd Mobile, AL 36619
Visitors can enjoy fall fun for the whole family! Fun, games, food. 1:00pm-3:00pm. Free. www.cloverleafbaptist.net
Ft. Gaines 51 Bienville Blvd
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Festivities start at 3 with food, drinks, music, com petition and a spooky movie at 7pm.
Halloween Movie Time at Moorer/ Spring Hill Branch
Moorer Library/Spring Hill Branch 4 South McGregor Avenue Mobile, AL 36608
Join us for a Halloween Movie Hocus Pocus at 2:00pm. Popcorn and treats will be enjoyed by everyone!
(251) 494-4132 ftigner@mplonline.org www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat Nazarene Learning Center 669 Azalea Road Mobile, AL 36609
Join us from 4:00pm-7:00pm for our Spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat Event. (251) 666-0044 www.nazarenelearningcenter.com/
Oak Park Church Fall Festival Oak Park Church 3321 Sollie Road Mobile, AL 36695
Join us for food, games, jumps, trunk or treat and hayrides. 6pm-8pm (251) 895-4741 www.opcmobile.org
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
City of Semmes Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat Mary G. Montgomery High School 4275 Snow Road Semmes, AL 36575 Food trucks, trunk or treat, vendors, and plenty of fun for the kids. 12pm - 6pm. www.cityofsemmesal.gov
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 will have trunks, treats, games, and lots of fun from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Costumes are optional,
but it’s way more fun to trunk-or-treat in a costume!
(251) 471-1511 pumpkin.patch@dauphinwayumc.org www.dauphinwayumc.org
Pumpkin Painting at Moorer
Moorer/Spring Hill Branch
4 McGregor South Mobile, AL 36608
Get creative with us as we paint faces on foam pumpkins! You can make it scary, funny, or whatever you like. Registration is required, please email Mr. Butch at ftigner@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4132. 4:00 pm (251) 494-4132 ftigner@mplonline.org www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Saraland Municipal Annex 1025 HWY 43 S. Saraland, AL Truck or Treat from 5:00pm-6:30pm. www.business.saralandchamber.com/events/details/ trunk-or-treat-318
Haunted House at Main
Ben May Main Branch
701 Government Street Mobile, AL 36602
Join us for the return of the library’s free haunted house. Enjoy a family-friendly fun and scary time! Recommended for ages 10 and up. A different Halloween movie will be shown each night in Bernheim Hall. 4:00pm-8:00pm (251) 340-1507 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Ashland Place United Methodist
Trunk or Treat
15 Wisteria Avenue Mobile, AL 36607
Join us for family-friendly festivities! Our Trunk-orTreat features a DJ, inflatables, games, a balloon artist, hot dogs, popcorn, and candy and treats, Family-friendly costumes are encouraged! 4:00pm (251) 478-6356 mhfuller@apumc.com www.apumc.com
Live Music in the Park
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! 6:30-8:30 PM. Live music fea turing Blue Mullet Music and Good Guys mobile food unit.
(251) 626-0798 www.blakeleypark.com
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 Jump is BACK. RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED. Space is limited. Socks and a signed waiver required. 6:05pm7:35pm.Please visit our website at www.pumpitupparty.com/mobile-al/calendar for more information (251) 342-3940 www.pumpitupparty.com/mobile-al
St. Luke’s Fall Festival
3975 Japonica Lane Mobile, AL 36693
Join us for our Fall Festival. We will have lots of fun for everyone with Trunk or Treat, inflatables, haunted house and much more! 5:30pm-7:30pm (251) 666-2991 japonicapa@slesmobile.org www.slesmobile.org
Greater Gulf State Fair ad on page 47
The Grounds 1035 North Cody Road Mobile, AL 36608
The Greater Gulf State Fair offers fun and entertainment for the whole family! Visit the website for a list of entertainment, specials and much more!
(251) 344-4573 www.greatergulfstatefair.com
Playhouse in the Park 4851 Museum Drive Mobile, AL 36608
Playhouse in the Park presents “Nightmares”. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm Sunday at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $18 for adults $16 for students and seniors. The show is recommended for ages 10 years old up.
(251) 602-0630 playhouseintheparkmobileal@ gmail.com www.playhouseinthepark.org
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Bellingrath Gardens 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd Theodore, AL 36582
Dress up your little ghosts and goblins for a day of Halloween fun.Trick or Treating from 1:00pm-6:00pm. Enjoy Inflatables, treat sta tions, pumpkin patch, spooky storytime, music, food trucks and the movie “Halloweentown ” at 7:00pm.
(251) 973-2217 bellingrath@bellingrath.org www.bellingrath.org
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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! 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Only playground area open. Main activities will be closed.
(228) 641-3936 info@sewardfarms.com www.sewardfarms.com
Trick or Treat at Seward Farms
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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 arrive from 11am–2pm. (228) 641-3936 info@sewardfarms.com www.sewardfarms.com
5 Rivers Outdoor Market and Fall Festival
5 Rivers 30945 Five Rivers Boulevard Spanish Fort, AL 36527
Our favorite time of the year! We will have a fall festival with the addition of an outdoor market. There will be $7.50 boat rides provided by Histori cal Blakeley State Park, games, local vendors, food trucks, and other surprises. Costumes welcomed but not required to receive candy. 12pm - 4pm. (251) 625-0814 Mark.Wetzel@dcnr.alabama.gov www.alabama5rivers.com
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. Registration required. www.facebook.com/massacreislandhauntedbikeride/
Halloween at the Exploreum
Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center & IMAX
Theater 65 Government Street Mobile, AL 36602
Venture to a spooky wonderland at the Explo reum’s Annual Halloween Event! Come dressed in your best costume for our Costume Contest and enjoy a series of thrilling and chilling science demonstrations! 10am-2pm (251) 208-6893 www.exploreum.com
MOB-tober Fest: Fall Festival 2022
Medal of Honor Park
1711 Hillcrest Rd Mobile, AL 36609
A Family-Friendly Night-Trick or Treat: 3-6pm, Fall Family Fun: 3-6pm, inflatables, games & activities, live DJ, costume contests and more! Live Music: 6-9pm
(251) 208-1600 www.MobileParksAndRec.org
Grand Bay Library
10329 Freeland Ave Grand Bay, AL 36541
Come dressed in your best Halloween costumes and enjoy snacks, and drinks. Mix and mingle with friends while watching Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark rated PG-13. Take home a treat bag and Halloween Craft. 2:00pm-4:00pm www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Run for Your Life- 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Medal of Honor Park
1711 Hillcrest Rd Mobile, AL 36609
Run for your life 5K & Fun Run: 9:00 am. $10 registration required. Includes a t-shirt. 5K Zombie Run - Costumes encouraged for extra fun! One Mile Fun Run - Immediately following the 5K!
(251) 208-1600 www.MobileParksAndRec.org
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St. Mary Campus 1453 Old Shell Road Mobile, AL 36604
Join us for this family event featuring decorated cars with trunks of candy. Prizes for best trunk, and best costumes. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase. 4pm-6pm (251) 432-8678 juliette2561@gmail.com www.stmarymobile.org
Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Site 531 Lemoyne Dr Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Spooktacular Dauphin Island Gumbo CookOff Competition and Festival-join us for food, plenty of ghoulish activities and inflatables for the kids, and a wicked good time for all! Come from 11am-3pm. www.dauphinislandchamberofcommerce.com/
Bayou Classic Car Show and Fall Festival
Bayou Sara Baptist Church 12 Bayou Sara Ave Saraland, AL 36571
The Bayou Classic Car Show and Fall Festival –October 30, 2022. Our annual fall festival will have something for everyone to enjoy! We will have free food, music, trunk or treat, games, and The Bayou Classic Car Show. 4pm-8pm (251) 675-1770 www.bayousarabaptist.org/upcom ing-events/
Georgetown Assembly of God
9436 Wilmer Georgetown Rd Wilmer, AL 36587
Free Rides, Free Food, Free Admission, All are welcome! Canned foods donations accepted (for our thanksgiving baskets) - all begins at 5:30 pm (251) 649-1478 www.georgetownassembly.org
Abba Shrine
7701 Hitt Road Mobile, AL 36695
Trunk or Treat hosted by the Abba Shrine Provost Guard. 4:00pm - 8:00pm www.abbashriners.com/
Tricks-n-Treats
West Mobile Baptist Church
7501 Airport Boulevard Mobile, AL 36608
Join us for an astounding show by Bryan Drake followed by door-to-door candy collecting inside the church. Time: 5 p.m. (251) 639-9952 kendra@wemochurch.org www.wemochurch.org
Blind Mule 57 N Claiborne St Mobile, AL 36602
Get your best witch costume and hop on your your bicycle for bike parade. The fun will end in a fabulous block party. Benefits Delta Dogs. Visit our website for more details. www.mobiledeltadogs.org
Gamers N Geeks
5701 Moffett Rd Mobile, AL 36618
On Halloween, from 5pm-8pm join us for an evening of spooktacular fun. Trunk or Treat, kids costume contest and more. www.gamersngeeks.com
Green Park 301 Lemoyne Drive
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Join us for Spooktacular-enjoy treat or treating, games, crafts, dancing and more. 5pm-7pm www.townofdauphinisland.org
Halloween Spooktacular at Theodore Oaks
Theodore Oaks Branch 5808 Highway 90 West, Suite E Theodore, AL 36582
Join us 4-7p.m. for some spooktacular fun! Costumes are welcome but not required. Trick or treating is for children up to age 12, but the event is family friendly.
(251) 662-9676 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Bienville Bites Food Tour
Downtown Mobile Mobile, AL 36602
Bites and Frights, Boo Brunch and Haunted Scavenger Hunt, visit our website for more information.
(251) 622-4041 info@bienvillebitesfoodtour.com www.bienvillebitesfoodtour.com
OWA Parks & Resort 1501 South OWA Boulevard
Foley, AL 36535
Halloween returns to OWA this October! For a complete list of events please visit VisitOWA.com for more information.
(251) 923-2111 www.visitowa.com
Tillman’s Corner Community Center
5055 Carol Plantation Road Mobile, AL 36619
This family-oriented festival features a carnival at mosphere with rides, food, face painting, arts and crafts, live music, antique car show, and more. Free Admission.
(251) 401-5555 alabamapecanfestival@gmail.com www.alabamapecanfestival.com
Ben May Main Branch 701 Government Street
Mobile, AL 36602
Fall Festival full of free, family-friendly fun includ ing a petting zoo, live DJ, line-dance instructor, professional face-painter and much more! The City of Mobile Animal Services will also be on site with some lovable furry friends available for adop tion. 10:00am-12:00pm
(251) 340-1507 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Colonial Fort Condé 150 South Royal Street Mobile, AL 36602
10:00 am - 3:00 pm. FREE admission - Experi ence the 18th century at Colonial Fort Condé as history is brought to life through the demonstra tion of everyday activities of Mobile’s past. In addition to stations teaching about daily life, there will also be musket and sword fighting demonstrations every hour as well as our lo cal chapter of the Society of American Period Furniture Makers.
(251) 544-5480 www.historymuseumofmobile.com
38th Annual Mobile International Festival
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 www.mobileinternationalfestival.org
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. www.jubileerenaissancefaire.com
Downtown Mobile 500 Dauphin St Mobile, AL 36602
Let’s Pre-Game at this Family-Friendly Party with the band FALSE IDENTITY before watching your favorite team on a Jumbo HD LED Screen! Enjoy a live DJ playing during TV time outs! Opportunity to win prizes for best-dressed most spirited fans! Check out local restaurants and bars! Begins at 1 pm.
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9:30 AM University of South Alabama Intramural Fields, Mobile, AL, 36688 The Walk to Defeat ALS is a beloved event that welcomes friends, family, and community members from near and afar to raise awareness and funds for those fighting ALS. https://donate.al.als.org/.../2022-walk-to-defeat.../ e395815
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, University of South Alabama Archaeology Museum, 6050 USA S Dr Mobile, AL, 36688 Free admission with activities and crafts for everyone! We will practice atlatl throwing and play Chunkey, a Native American game. We will also try out Colonial toys including Cup Catch, Hoop and Stick, and Petanque. 10 AM – 3 PM https://www.southalabama.edu/org/archaeology/ museum/
8:00 PM Mobile Civic Center, 401 Civic Center Dr. Mobile, AL, 36602 https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
18th Annual John Borom Coastal BirdFest
Various locations, 5Rivers Delta Center is the central registration and expo location, while guided tours and workshops will take place throughout Mobile and Baldwin counties. https://southalabamalandtrust.org/birdfest/
Young Adult Job Fair
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM, Ben May Main Branch, 701 Government Street, Mobile, AL, 36602
Young adult job fair - Young adults, ages 18-26, will have the opportunity to submit applications to prospective employers. (251) 340-1507 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Mad Scientist Club at Moorer
4:00 PM Moorer/Spring Hill Branch, 4 McGregor Avenue Mobile, AL, 36608 Join Mr. Butch and encour age your child’s intellectual curiosity with a hands-on science experiment! This program is ideal for ages six to eleven, but all are welcome. www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Peter Wood, USA Faculty Trumpet Recital
7:30 PM Laidlaw Performing Arts Center, 5751 USA South Drive Mobile, AL, 36608 251-460-6136 www.southalabama.edu/colleges/ music/mas.html
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM, West Regional Public Library, 5555 Grelot Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 Young adult job fair - Young adults, ages 18-26, will have the opportunity to submit applications to prospective employers. (251) 340-1507 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
3:30 PM Toulminville Branch Library, 601 Stanton Rd Mobile, AL, 36617 Children will make a Scarecrow Plate Craft and we discuss all things Fall. Intended for ages 3-12 yrs www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
5:00 PM 300 Conti St Mobile, AL, 36602 4th Annual Grilled Cheese Meltdown. A friendly competition to see who can make the most delicious grilled cheese
yet!Hosted by Springboard to Success and benefiting the Urban Emporium. 251-441-8044 urbanemporiummobile.com
5:30 PM Insider Eatery, Outsider Sports Bar, 522 Dauphin St Mobile, AL, 36602 will once again hold the Downtown Get Down in Downtown Mobile, Alabama on October 6th, 2022 at the new Insider Eatery, Outsider Sports Bar, and Cedar Street Social Club. https://hargrovefoundation.org/dtgd2022
6:30 PM Mobile Botanical Gardens, 5151 Museum Dr Mobile, AL, 36608 https://mobilebotanicalgardens.org/
musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide. In this new adaptation, you are in for an exciting new fresh take on this clas sic tale! 251-307-5056 https://thepactmobile.com/
E.O. Wilson Day in Mobile
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Museum Dr. Mobile, AL, 36608 Mobile, introduced by Mobile writer and filmmaker, Ben Raines, will be presented at the Mobile Museum of Art on Friday, October 7, 2022, 5 – 7:30 pm; the program of speakers and filmed selections will be followed by a reception and exhibition opening in the museum gallery. 251-208-5200 www.mobilemuseumofart.com
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Joe Jefferson Players presents “The Crucible”
7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 ents “The Crucible” joejeffersonplayers.com
The Pact Theatre Company presents
“The Wizard of Oz” 7:30 PM Details on October 6.
Bras Across the “CAUSE”way
8:00 AM Meaher State Park, 5200 Battleship Pkwy Spanish Fort, AL, 36527
Turner, returning to perform with the Mobile Ballet company! This unique one-time-only performance is not to be missed! https://mobileballet.org/
Mobile Opera - Afternoon of Stars at Ben May Main Library
3:00 PM Ben May Main Library, 701 Government St Mobile, AL, 36602 Join us in Bernheim Hall to hear members of the cast of the upcoming production of Donizetti’s “The Elixir of Love” perform their favorite musical selections! Come enjoy beautiful music and meet the stars over light refreshments following the performance. www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
4:30 PM Fort Gaines, 51 Bienville Blvd Dauphin Island, AL, 36528 The Town of Dauphin Island presents a Sunday Sunset Concert Oct. 9, 2022, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Fort Gaines. Come out and enjoy the sounds of Roman Street under with Alabama’s last sunset.
The Concert: A Tribute To ABBA
7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 The Concert: A Tribute To ABBA https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Create! Play! Learn! at West Regional Library
10:00 AM West Regional Public Library, 5555 Grelot Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 Join us in the Meeting Room for fun and learning! This program is especially designed with preschoolers in mind and uses engaging activi ties to develop skills they will need for kindergarten! (251) 340-1588 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Thomas L. Rowell, USA Faculty Voice Recital
7:30 PM Laidlaw Performing Arts Center, 5751 USA South Drive Mobile, AL, 36608 251-460-6136 www.southalabama.edu/colleges/ music/mas.html
Bernheim Storytime
10:00 AM Ben May Main Library, 701 Government St Mobile, AL, 36602 Join us in Bernheim Hall for fun with stories, songs, puppets and more! Reading books aloud to children encourages the development of early literacy skills and stimulates imaginations! This program is designed with children ages 3 to 5 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Mobile River Cruise with John Sledge
9:00 AM Historic Blakeley State Park, 34745 AL-225 Spanish Fort, AL, 36527 Join us as park friend John S. Sledge, author of the award-winning book, The Mobile River, narrates a three-hour cruise across the Mobile-Tensaw Delta and down the storied Mobile River leaving a wake of history—some previously untold—behind. http://www.blakeleypark.com/
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
5:30 PM Government Plaza, Mobile, AL, 36602 Girls
Just Wanna Have Fun fundraiser benefiting Ronald McDonald House https://rmhcmobile.org/news-events/girls-just-wannafun/
The Pact Theatre Company presents “The Wizard of Oz”
7:30 PM Details on October 6.
GulfChat at GulfQuest Museum (Free) GulfQuest National Maritime Museum, 155 S Water St Mobile, AL, 36602 GulfChat at GulfQuest Museum, presentation in the GulfQuest Theater https://www.gulfquest.org/
Mobile Fire Rescue - 2022 Fire Safety Expo
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 4901 Zeigler Blvd Mobile, AL, 36608 This event is open to the public and free. All ages are welcome to join us for food, games, demon strations, and more. 9am-1pm.
Mobile Latin Fest 2022
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Cathedral Square, Mobile, AL, 36602 Are you ready for the 2nd Mobile Latin Fest! This is a free event, Family-friendly! There will be live music, Latin food, dance, crafts, and more.
Sunny Side Theatre and Drama Camp Productions present “James & the Giant Peach” 7:00 PM Davidson High School, 3900 Pleasant Valley Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 The classic Roald Dahl book comes to life in our season-opening non-musical. Shows - October 14 at 9 am & 10:45 am & 7 pm https://our.show/sst/james
Joe Jefferson Players presents “The Crucible”
7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 Joe Jefferson Players pres ents “The Crucible” joejeffersonplayers.com
The Pact Theatre Company presents “The Wizard of Oz”
7:30 PM Details on October 6.
The Black Jacket Symphony - “1984” 8:00 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 The Black Jacket Symphony offers a unique concert experience through recreating clas sic albums in a live performance setting. A selected album is performed in its entirety by a group of handpicked musicians specifically selected for each album, with no sonic detail being overlooked--the musicians do whatever it takes to musically reproduce the album. https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Jubilee Festival of Arts
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, W.O. Lott Park, 2000 Main Street Daphne, AL, 36526 Art, music & local cuisine meet southern charm at this annual festival set along the oak-lined streets of Olde Towne Daphne. www.thejubileefestival.com
Carving Demonstration
10:30 AM Semmes Regional Library, 9150 Moffett Road Semmes, AL A local artist/sculptor, Cecil Wright will demonstrate carving techniques on clay, wood, and sweet potatoes. www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
STEAM Saturday at West Regional
11:00 AM West Regional Public Library, 5555 Grelot Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 STEAM program ideal for ages 6 -11! (251) 340-1588 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Sunny Side Theatre and Drama Camp Productions present “James & the Giant Peach” 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM Davidson High School, 3900 Pleasant Valley Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 The classic
Roald Dahl book comes to life in our season-opening non-musical. October 15 at 2 pm & 7 pm https://our.show/sst/james
7:00 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Taylor Tomlinson https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Joe Jefferson Players presents “The Crucible” 7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 Joe Jefferson Players pres ents “The Crucible” joejeffersonplayers.com
The Pact Theatre Company presents “The Wizard of Oz” 7:30 PM Details on October 6.
Jubilee Festival of Arts
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, W.O. Lott Park, 2000 Main Street Daphne, AL, 36526 Art, music & local cuisine meet southern charm at this annual festival set along the oak-lined streets of Olde Towne Daphne. www.thejubileefestival.com
Joe Jefferson Players presents “The Crucible” 2:00 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com
Sunny Side Theatre and Drama Camp Productions present “James & the Giant Peach” 2:00 PM Davidson High School, 3900 Pleasant Valley Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 The classic Roald Dahl book comes to life in our season-opening non-musical. https://our.show/sst/ james
The Pact Theatre Company presents
Indigo Girls with Rickie Lee Jones
7:30 PM Saenger Theatre Mobile, 6 S Joachim St Mobile, AL, 36602 https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Tab Benoit & The Dirty Dozen Brass Band
8:00 PM Mobile Civic Center, 401 Civic Center Dr. Mobile, AL, 36602 Tab Benoit & The Dirty Dozen Brass Band To Play Mobile Civic Center Theater on October 16th https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Into The Woods Auditions
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, The PACT Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Road Mobile, AL, 36609 The PACT Theatre Company is excited to announce auditions for Into The Woods to be performed this Spring! Register for auditions online at thepactmobile.com/auditions thepactmobile.com/auditions
LEGOmania at Moorer!
3:30 PM Moorer/Spring Hill Branch, 4 McGregor Av enue Mobile, AL, 36608 Join us in the Meeting Room for LEGO building fun! www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Into The Woods Auditions
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, The PACT Theatre Company, 5025 Cottage Hill Road Mobile, AL, 36609 The PACT Theatre Company is excited to announce auditions for Into The Woods to be performed this Spring! Register for auditions online at thepactmobile.com/ auditions thepactmobile.com/auditions
7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
3:30 PM Toulminville Branch Library, 601 Stanton Rd Mobile, AL, 36617 Children will design a Dove a write a poem about Peace.Intended for ages 3-12 yrs www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
7:00 PM Mobile Civic Center Theatre, 401 Civic Center Dr. Mobile, AL, 36602 D.R.E.A.M. Foundation presents Collage Dance Collective - live performance. https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Movies in the Park Fall 2022
6:00 PM Detonti Square Park, 311 N Conception St Mobile, AL, 36603 Movies In The Park is a free event that will hap pen every Thursday in Fall! 8 Movies in 8 Parks! Bring your blan kets, chairs and coolers for a Movie Night with Us! All Events Start at 6PM. Movies Play at Dark. www.cityofmobile.org/parks-rec/events/movies-inthe-park-fall-2024
The Pact Theatre Company presents “The Wizard of Oz”
7:30 PM Details on October 6.
Gov’t Mule
8:00 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Gov’t Mule concert. https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Gary Allan
7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Gary Allan concert. https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Joe Jefferson Players presents “The Crucible”
7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com
The Pact Theatre Company presents “The Wizard of Oz”
7:30 PM Details on October 6.
Whispers of Magnolia ($10)
Magnolia Cemetery, 1202 Virginia Street Mobile, AL Wagon ride will travel slowly through Magnolia Cemetery and you will be greeted with stories of the past by those who once lived it. Registration required.
www.eventbrite.com/e/whispers-of-magnolia-tick ets-404067636177
13th Annual Shirley Looney Memorial Car Show - Dauphin Way
Baptist Church
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 3661 Dauphin St Mobile, AL, 36608 Car show and a outdoor market with vendors selling unique items for the entire family!
Hamburgers will be
grilled on site for sale. This is a FREE event open for the public to attend, and is a benefit for Dauphin Way’s Student Ministry camp scholarships and mission opportunities.
251-342-3456
Saturday Story & Craft Time at Moorer
10:00 AM Moorer/Spring Hill Branch, 4 McGregor Avenue Mobile, AL, 36608 Join us in the Meeting Room to wiggle, rhyme, read, and sing in this active storytime followed by a simple craft. www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Half-Earth Day at GulfQuest Museum 11:00 AM GulfQuest National Maritime Museum, 155 S Water St Mobile, AL, 36602 Celebrate Half-Earth Day at GulfQuest Museum, presentations and children activities. https://www.gulfquest.org/
Wine on the River Mobile 2022 4:00 PM Cooper Riverside Park, Mobile, AL, 36602 Ticket price includes admission into the event, a sou venir tasting cup, all beverage samples, food samples, and a portion benefits local non-profit. Live music entertainment. www.eventbrite.com/e/the-joe-bullard-wine-on-theriver-mobile-2022-tickets-401301181637
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Ezell House, 407 Conti St Mobile, AL, 36602 Columns & Cocktails 2022 will have an assortment of food and entertainment for everyone. The event will also feature a silent auction and, of course, cocktails. http://www.historicmobile.org/columns-cocktails
Joe Jefferson Players presents “The Crucible”
7:30 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 joejeffersonplayers.com
The Pact Theatre Company presents “The Wizard of Oz” 7:30 PM Details on October 6.
Whispers of Magnolia ($10)
Magnolia Cemetery, 1202 Virginia Street Mobile, AL Wagon ride will travel slowly through Magnolia Cemetery and you will be greeted with stories of the past by those who once lived it. Registration required. www.eventbrite.com/e/whispers-of-magnolia-tick ets-404067636177
Joe Jefferson Players presents “The Crucible”
2:00 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street Mobile, AL, 36606 Joe Jefferson Players pres ents “The Crucible” joejeffersonplayers.com
The Pact Theatre Company presents
“The Wizard of Oz”
2:00 PM Details on October 6.
Maxwell with special guest Leela James
8:00 PM USA’s Mitchell Center , 5950 Old Shell Rd Mobile, AL, 36608 Maxwell - The Night Tour Concert with special guest Leela James. https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/mitch ellcenter/
USA Percussion Ensemble Fall Concert
7:30 PM Laidlaw Performing Arts Center, 5751 USA South Drive Mobile, AL, 36608 251-460-6136 www.southalabama.edu/colleges/ music/mas.html
Chicago: Live in Concert
8:00 PM Mobile Civic Center, 401 Civic Center Drive Mobile, AL, 36602 https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Savvy Mom Sale
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 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
Marine Enviornmental Awards Luncheon
11:30 AM Riverview Plaza, Mobile, AL, 36602 Join the Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation to recognize the Alabama Wildlife Federation and Angus R. Cooper, III for their outstanding contributions to marine en vironmental sustainability in the Alabama Gulf Coast Region. Purchase Tickets at sealabfoundation.org. sealabfoundation.org
Rainbow Kitten Surprise
8:00 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Savvy Mom Sale
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Daphne Civic Center, 2603 US98 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
6:00 PM Saenger The atre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Baby Shark Live, 2022 Splash Tour https://www.asmglobal mobile.com/
7:30 PM Laidlaw Performing Arts Center, 5751 USA South Drive Mobile, AL, 36608 251-460-6136 www.southalabama.edu/colleges/ music/mas.html
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Mobile Botanical Gardens, 5151 Museum Drive Mobile, AL, 36608 28th! We have a great selection of plants and your purchases help us support the ongoing care of the 106 acres of Mobile
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Botanical Gardens. The sale is open 9-3 on 10/28, and 9-noon on Saturday 10/29.
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 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
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 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
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Mobile Botanical Gardens, 5151 Museum Drive Mobile, AL, 36608 28th! We have a great selection of plants and your purchases help us support the ongoing care of the 106 acres of Mobile Botanical Gardens. The sale is open 9-3 on 10/28, and 9-noon on Saturday 10/29.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Cooper Riverside Park, Mobile, AL, 36602 The Gulf Coast loves a good brunch, so we have to put together a festival to celebrate some of the best restaurants and local vendors in the game serving up the tastiest size portions of the brunch items and foods they do best, all while supporting the amazing work that Lifelines Counseling Services does in our community each and every day. www.eventbrite.com/e/bay-area-brunch-fest2022-tickets-403590759827
Mobtown Mac Down
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM, USA’s Mitchell Center North Lawn, Mobile, AL, 36688 The event will be a family friendly with entertainment, elite food vendors, music, and games for the young and the young at heart. The proceeds of Mac Down benefit The Cookery Project, a local 501c3 nonprofit. bit.ly/macdowntics
7:00 PM Alabama Contemporary Art Center, 301 Conti Street Mobile, AL, 36602 We’re throwing the wildest party we can muster, with food, drink, costumes, music, and above all: art. www.alabamacontemporary.org/events/wildthings
Live Oak Landing, 8700 Live Oak Landing Stockton, AL, 36579 The stunning Bottle Creek site, acces sible only by boat, features 18 earthen mounds built centuries ago by Native Americans and was once of the largest communities in the Southeast. http://www.blakeleypark.com
10:30 AM Stillwater Church, 415 McKeough Avenue Saraland, AL, 36571 Join us as we celebrate our re launch as Stillwater Church (formerly Saraland United
Methodist Church). Food, inflatables, fun and fellow ship. Celebration to begin after the 10:30am service.
USA Jazz Ensemble Fall Concert
7:30 PM Laidlaw Performing Arts Center, 5751 USA South Drive Mobile, AL, 36608 251-460-6136 www.southalabama.edu/colleges/ music/mas.html
Leanne Morgan
7:00 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Grab tickets to see comedian Leanne Morgan LIVE at the Mobile Saenger Theatre on Friday, November 4th! https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Sunny Side Theatre and Drama Camp Productions present “Heathers”
7:00 PM Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 S Carlen St Mobile, AL, 36606 Sunny Side Theatre and Drama Camp Produc tions present “Heathers”. Rated PG-13 for content and language https://our.show/sst/heathers
2022 Mobile Heart Walk
9:00 AM USA Mitchell Center Moulton Bell Tower, 307 N University Blvd Mobile, AL, 36688 Join your friends and neighbors and be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. https://www2.heart.org/
Greek Fest Charity Gala
6:00 PM 50 South Ann Street Mobile, AL, 36604 251-438-9888 www.greekfestcharitygala.com
Sunny Side Theatre and Drama Camp Productions present “Heathers”
7:00 PM Details on November 4.
Sunny Side Theatre and Drama Camp Productions present “Heathers”
2:00 PM Details on November 4.
6:00 PM Joachim Street between Dauphin and Conti Mobile, AL, 36602 Enjoy live jazz from the Mystic Order of the Jazz Obsessed (MOJO), soups, desserts, and beverages from local restaurants, and of course, beautiful artwork from area artists. https://www.downtownmobile.org/events/art-soup
USA Opera Theatre presents Fall Scenes Concert
7:30 PM Laidlaw Performing Arts Center, 5751 USA South Drive Mobile, AL, 36608 251-460-6136 www.southalabama.edu/colleges/ music/mas.html
Aaron Lewis - The Frayed At Both Ends Tour
8:00 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Get ticket to see Staind frontman Aaron Lewis at the Mobile Saenger Theatre on Satur day, November 12th! https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Beethoven & Blue Jeans - Sky
7:30 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Our annual casual concert features Beethoven’s 7th Symphony, and Tessa Lark plays a bluegrass-inspired violin concerto written for her by Michael Torke. Works by Aaron Copland complete the American theme. www.mobilesymphony.org
Disney Junior Live On Tour: Costume Palooza!
4:00 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Disney Junior Live On Tour: Costume Palooza! Mickey, Minnie, and their pals are getting ready to throw a huge costume party but mysterious green rain, wind, and smoke keep inter rupting the fun. Can Spidey and his Amazing Friends help save the Costume Palooza? https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Blue’s Clues & You! Live On Stage
6:00 PM Saenger Theatre, 6 South Joachim Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Blue’s Clues & You! Live on Stage is an epic new theatrical adventure coming soon to Mobile! https://www.asmglobalmobile.com/
Chess Club
4:00 PM West Regional Public Library, 5555 Grelot Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 Join us every Monday to learn the game or improve your skill at the game of chess! Playing chess improves concentration and problemsolving skills. This program is designed or for children and teens ages 12-18, but children of all ages are welcome.
(251) 340-1588 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Read and Play Storytime
10:00 AM Ben May Main Library, 701 Government St Mobile, AL, 36602 Join us in Bernheim Hall for a socially distant storytime event. Masks are required. Children enjoy 20 minutes of books, songs, manipu latives, and rhymes, with an emphasis on repetition for their developing minds. Story and book time is followed by a time of free play with a sensory activity. www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
10:30 AM Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center & IMAX Theater, 65 Govern ment Street Mobile, AL, 36602 Science Sprouts: A Health and Nutrition class for our growing scientist! Every Tuesday from 10:30-11:00 a.m. in the iHealthy lab with Ms. Savannah. Included in General Admission. Free for Exploreum members. www.exploreum.com
Teen Anime Hangout at Ben May Main Library
3:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Ben May Main Library, 701 Gov ernment St Mobile, AL, 36602 Join us upstairs at the Ben May Main Library Teen Hangout to enjoy anime, video games, and snacks. www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Moorer/Spring Hill Branch, 4 McGregor Avenue
Mobile, AL, 36608 Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. This half-hour program is designed to help promote their passion for learning. For your convenience, the program is offered at three different times on Wednesdays: 10am, 11:30am, and 1:30pmchoose the time that works best for you! www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
10:30 AM Semmes Regional Library, 9150 Moffett Road Semmes, AL, 36575 Join us for stories, songs, and dances! www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM, Theodore Oaks, 5808 US-90 West E Theodore, AL Join us for stories and songs and lots of fun! www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
11:00 AM West Regional Public Library, 5555 Grelot Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 Join us in the Meeting Room for books, songs, sign language and for ages 3 - 5! (251) 340-1588 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Wonderful Wednesdays at West Regional
4:00 PM West Regional Public Library, 5555 Grelot Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 Join Mr. Dave in the Children’s Room every Wednesday. Each week will feature an engaging activity to make your Wednesday wonderful! This program is best suited for ages 6 - 11 (251) 340-1588 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
10:00 AM West Regional Public Library, 5555 Grelot Rd Mobile, AL, 36609 Join us in the Meeting Room ev ery Wednesday and Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. for this storytime program designed for infants and children up to age three. Help stimulate their early literacy skills and enjoy meeting other parents! (251) 340-1588 www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
12:00 PM History Museum of Mobile, 111 S Royal Street Mobile, AL, 36602 This series allows guests to enjoy free presentations on a wide range of historical and cultural topics. Admission to Learning Lunch is free. Bring your lunch and enjoy complimentary beverages.
251-208-7569 www.historymuseumofmobile.com
4:00 PM Ben May Main Library, 701 Government St Mobile, AL, 36602 Join the club and explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) with hands-on activities that get kids thinking and building! STEAM Club meets each Thursday at 4:00 p.m in the Youth Programming Room at Ben May Main Library. www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
4:00 PM Semmes Regional Library, 9150 Moffett Road Mobile, AL, 36608 Semmes Regional Library Chess Club is designed for children and teens ages 6 - 18. Playing chess improves concentration and problemsolving skills. No experience is necessary www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Create it, Build it, Play it! at Grand Bay
4:00 PM Grand Bay Library, 10329 Freeland Ave Grand Bay, AL, 36541 Join us in the Meeting Room every other Thursday in for some fun with crafts and
activities! Get creative and have fun with other people that love arts and crafts! www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
LoDA Artwalk
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Downtown Mobile, Mobile, AL, 36602 Celebrating the arts in downtown Mobile! Explore this free monthly showcase of visual and performing arts. mobilearts.org/art-walk/
10:00 AM Ben May Main Library, 701 Government St Mobile, AL, 36602 Enjoy stories, crafts, and making new friends! This program is best suited for children 3 - 5 years old and their caregivers. Simple stories and music introduce the sounds and rhythms of language and play to your little learner. Crafts introduce social skills, motor skills, and problem solving skills. www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM, Theodore Oaks, 5808 US-90
West E Theodore, AL, 36582 Join us in the lobby every Saturday to get creative and make a fun craft!
If you need additional information, please email the Theodore Oaks Branch Circulation desk at theocir@ mplonline.org or call (251) 662-9676. www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM, Theodore Oaks, 5808 US-90 West E Theodore, AL, 36582 Join us in the lobby every Saturday to get creative and make a fun craft!
If you need additional information, please email the Theodore Oaks Branch Circulation desk at theocir@ mplonline.org or call (251) 662-9676. www.mobilepubliclibrary.org
Fall Market in the Park - Saturdays in Cathedral Square
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM, Cathedral Square, Mobile, AL, 36602 Shop local for seasonal fresh fruits, local produce, vegetables, seafood, baked goods, jams/jellies, original art, decor and more in Cathedral Square on Saturdays, October 15 - November 19, from 7:30am-noon. www.MobileParksAndRec.org
Animal Ambassadors
2:00 PM Five Rivers Delta Center, 30945 Five Rivers Boulevard Spanish Fort, AL, 36527 Join us at 2 PM as we present one or more of our live educational animals. Free, family friendly, no registration required. www.outdooralabama.com/activities/5-rivers-ala bama-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
admission for all visi tors sponsored by Wind
Hospitality every first Sunday of the month!
Disney+
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When Geppetto, a lonely clockmaker, wishes upon a star, the wooden puppet he carved comes to life. The Blue Fairy promises that Pinocchio will be “real” if he resists temptation and proves to be “brave, truthful, and unselfish.” Despite the magical plot elements, this movie lacks enchantment. The technical effects are solid and the visual design apealing but the story is emotionally hollow. Pinocchio himself is bland, uninteresting, and difficult to care about. The movie has plenty of flaws to annoy older viewers and its frightening scenes will be nightmare fuel for sensitive children. Photo ©Disney+
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Rambunctious, messy Bean is surprised to discover that there’s plenty of fun to be had with Ivy, a tidy bookworm. As the two girls embark on an unexpected adventure they begin an even more unexpected friendship. The film has minimal negative content and high quality writing, making it a win for family audiences. Unlike many kid focused films, this one shares the wonder, delight, and magic of children’s imaginations This is the first of three Ivy & Bean films and it’s good to see Netflix providing high quality movies for kids. Photo ©Netflix
Prolonged unemployment means that Champ’s dad must sell the family home unless the skeleton and compass Champ discovers in the woods show the way to hidden gold This story provides time travel adventure mixed with a treasure hunt and a great message about the importance of family. Unfortunately, it also features abysmally bad writing, weird editing, poor musical choices, and abundant bad acting. It’s clean but that doesn’t mean it’s a good choice for families looking for something interesting to watch.
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When he turns 18, David is surprised to hear from his birth mother, who wants to meet him. Encouraged by a friend, David agrees. This movie is clean but it’s also somewhat disjointed, bouncing between flashbacks of a pregnant teen’s experience and David’s life with his adoptive family. It has a strong and sincere pro adoption message but its focus on advocacy often overshadows the need for compelling storytelling. Photo ©Fathom Events
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One evening, Natalie’s life splits into two tracks: one in which her pregnancy test is negative and she carries on with her post university career plans and the other in which she has a baby and re adjusts her goals and timelines. This film does an excellent job of showing that there are multiple routes for women to follow in leading fulfilling lives – and not declaring any to be superior or second rate. Where it falls down is in negative content, with unnecessary cussing, alcohol and drug use, and non explicit sexual activity.
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