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Ballroom Dance Classes

Enjoy a buffet dinner, cash bar and one hour of dance instruction followed by one hour of open dance floor. Reservations are required. Partners are welcome, but not necessary.

• Wednesdays, 6 – 8 p.m.; Shipp’s Harbour Grill

• $20 per person

• 251-981-4119

Coastal Alabama Farmers & Fishermen’s Market

•  Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; County Road 20, Foley
•  Free admission
•  CoastalAlabamaMarket.com; 251-943-1545

Ark of India: An Alabama artist explores southern Asia

It is an account of late 19th and early 20th century India as seen by Alabama artist, Roderick D. MacKenzie, using his paintings, drawings, sculptures, and most importantly, photographs and writings. MacKenzie spent more than a decade in India, a place he described as exotic, dangerous and colorful. MacKenzie was the official painter of the Delhi Durbar in 1903, which marked the coronation of King Edward VII.

• Through Sept. 1; History Museum of Mobile

• Adult, $7; seniors, $6; students, $5

• HistoryMuseumofMobile.com

Voices of Jerusalem and Jerusalem IMAX

Depicts the rich story of Jerusalem through artifacts, photographs and a lecture series, complementing the National Geographic film “Jerusalem.” “Jerusalem” immerses audiences in a rare bird’s-eye view of the city, granting exclusive access to iconic holy sites and little-known parts of the region in an inspiring, giant screen film experience. Jerusalem weaves breathtaking scenery, multiple cultures and theology to explore what it means to live in this ancient city today.

• Through Jan. 4; Exploreum, Mobile

• $6.50 - $16.50

• Exploreum.com

FRIDAY, FEB. 6

Friends of the Foley Library 2015 Book Sale

Books, books, books! One hundred percent of the proceeds help fund the Foley Public Library.

• 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Foley Civic Center

• Free admission

• FoleyLibrary.com

Pinta and Nina ships to land in Gulf Shores

The Nina was built completely by hand and without the use of power tools. The Pinta was recently built in Brazil to accompany the Nina on all of her travels. Both ships tour together as a new and enhanced sailing museum for the purpose of educating the public and school children on the ‘caravel,’ a Portuguese ship used by Columbus and many early explorers to discover the world.

• Through Feb. 9; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; LuLu’s Homeport Marina

• Adults, $8; seniors, $7; students ages 5 – 16, $6; children 4 and younger, free

• TheNina.com; 787-672-2152; columfnd1492@gmail.com

Blend starring in “Forever Doo-Wop”

A cappella quartet that brings back all of those fun loving memories of the 50s and 60s with a twist of fun. You’ll be amazed at the unbelievable sound and sight while four young men take you back with songs such as “Come, Go With Me” and “In the Still of the Night”.

• 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Loxley Civic Center

• Adults, $12; children under 12, $10

• 251-978-2462; 251-978-7317

2015 Division 1 Sand Dollar Classic Softball Tournament

Are you ready for some exciting collegiate softball action? Look no further! The city of Gulf Shores and The Fieldhouse will play host to 14 NCAA Division I Fast pitch Softball Teams representing conferences from across the country. The city and the sports commission are excited to welcome these student athletes to the area and look forward to offering local softball fans an opportunity to see Division 1 competition in their own backyard!

• Through Feb. 8; Gulf Shores Sportsplex

• Tickets start at $12; children under 5, free

• TrainAtTheFieldHouse.com; 251-626-0190

Robertsdale United Methodist Church Women’s Quilt Show

Come enjoy a wonderful winter event with friends and new acquaintances. Scissors sharpening available during show.

• Through Feb. 7, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Robertsdale United Methodist Church

• $5 entry; lunch served from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. for $7

• RobertsdaleUMC.com; 251-947-5354; 251-964-5169

First Friday Art Walk

Begins at Fairhope Art Center, stroll through downtown Fairhope visiting art galleries and listening to music.

• 6 – 8 p.m.; downtown Fairhope

• Free admission

• 251-928-2228

SATURDAY, FEB. 7

Carol Fisher Ministries Golf Tournament

Helping students, helping schools, hole in one! Fashion show for women, trophies, food, live band, silent auction, prizes, Split the Pot Shot and more. In case of inclement weather, tournament will be rescheduled for Feb. 28.

• 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Glen Lakes Golf Course, Foley

• $75 per player, day of tournament

• 251-424-5444

Annual Fried Chicken Dinner Fundraiser

Delivery is available on multiple plate orders. Dinners will include chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, Cole slaw, green beans and complimentary tea and dessert for dine-in guests. Proceeds will be used for monthly lodge expenditures.

• 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.; Sonora Masonic Lodge, Summerdale

• Adult plate, $8.50; child plate, $5

• Sonora635.com; 251-423-7604

Waterway Village Art Market

Local and regional artists will set up their original works. This family friendly event will also include live musical entertainment, children's hands-on art activities and concessions.

• 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; First Presbyterian Church of Gulf Shores

• Free admission

• GulfCoastArtsAlliance.com; 251-233-3970

Kids and Kritters Parade

The theme is “Pirates!” and prizes will be awarded for best costumed pets and best mini float made from a stroller or wagon. Participants must be costumed and provide their own throws. The Gulf Breeze High School JROTC will carry the colors. The Krewe of Kids royal court will lead the parade followed by their members. The event is hosted by the Krewe of Wrecks.

• Registration, 1 p.m.; parade, 2 p.m.; Casino Beach Parking Lot, Pensacola Beach.

• $5 entry fee for pets; children are free; viewing and parking is free

• PensacolaBeachMardiGras.com

“Mardi Gras in Mobile” Book Signing

Historian and preservationist L. Craig Roberts, through extensive research and interviews, explores the captivating and charismatic history of Mardi Gras in the Port City. Stop by and grab a signed or personalized copy.

• 2 – 4 p.m.; Page and Palette

• 251-928-5295

TUESDAY, FEB. 10

Find it Local Expo

The South Baldwin Chamber’s Find it Local Expo is the place to showcase your business to the public and members of the chamber.

• 5 – 7 p.m.; Foley Civic Center

• Free admission

• SouthBaldwinChamber.com; 251-943-3291

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11

Orange Beach Garden Club 28th annual Game Day and Salad Luncheon

This annual event is renowned for its expansive buffet and member-made salads and desserts and the fellowship of a fun day of table games with friends old and new. This is the only Garden Club's only fundraising event with all proceeds benefitting many community programs and organizations including Gulf Shores High scholarships, Orange Beach Elementary Junior Gardeners Program, Veterans programs, local school funding efforts, “Light Up Orange Beach,” Arbor Day and the Orange Beach “Yard of The Month” program.

• 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf

• $25

• 251-271-0284

FRIDAY, FEB. 13

Read It and Eat with Jonathan Odell

“Miss Hazel and the Rosa Parks League” is the story of a town, a people and a culture on the verge of a great change that begins with small things, like friendship from award-winning author Jonathan Odell.

• 12 p.m.; Page and Palette

• Book signing is free; lunch is $10

• 251-928-5295

SATURDAY, FEB. 14

Pancake Breakfast

The 16th annual breakfast will benefit Gulf Shores Fire/Rescue Association. Snowbird clubs from 10 states team up for this benefit.

• 8 – 11 a.m.; Erie Meyer Civic Center, Gulf Shores

• $6 for all-you-can-eat-pancakes, as well as sausage, coffee, milk and juice

FRIDAY, FEB. 20

10th annual Low Country Boil

The LCB benefits the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. Over $50,000 has been raised for the zoo. There are 12 snowbird clubs that host this boil.

• 10:30 a.m.; St. Andrews by the Sea, Gulf Shores

• $13 includes all you can eat and a beverage

• 251-968-3900

SATURDAY, FEB. 21

2015 Sweetheart 5K and Half Marathon

Grab your running shoes and head to The Hangout for a fun filled morning. There's something for everyone with three great races and courses to choose from. Post-race party with food and drinks takes place at The Hangout. Don't miss out, register early!

• Half marathon, 7:30 a.m.; Sweetheart 5K, 8:30 a.m.; 1-mile Fun Run, 9 a.m.; The Hangout

• LAFleetFeet.com; 205-966-4366

38th annual Tour of Homes

Sponsored by the GFWC Gulf Shores Woman’s Club; Tickets are available at Jubilee Apparel and Gifts, Flowers by the Shore, Beach House Boutique in Gulf Shores; Fran’s on 59 in Foley; and Pack and Mail in Orange Beach.

• 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.;

• $20, includes 5 raffle tickets

• 251-500-1071; 251-981-1200; 251-948-4307

Mobile Chocolate Festival

The Mobile Chocolate Festival will feature vendors offering their chocolate-related products for sampling as well as purchasing. Also featured are a children's area, Mobile Fixture Demonstration, Chocolate Challenge, Bel Air Mall's Project YumWay, a cupcake booth, chocolate martini tasting and more.

• 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Abba Shrine, Mobile

• General admission, $3; seniors, $2; children 13 and younger, free; free parking

• MobileChocolateFestival.com