MYSTICS OF PLEASURE THUNDER RUN

DATE/TIME: Thursday through Saturday

LOCATION: Happy Harbor on Thursday and captain’s party at Holiday Harbor at Perdido Key.

COST: $300 to enter, grand prize of $5,000. Participants can also enter a raffle for two $500 prizes by picking up receipts from event sponsors

PHONE: 251-229-1908 or email mop.pokerrun@admixtel.com

WEBSITE: mysticsofpleasure.org

HARMONY FOR HEALTH WEEKEND

DATE/TIME: Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday 1-9 p.m., Sunday 1-5 p.m.

LOCATION: Pirates Cove in Josephine, benefitting the Rockefeller Brothers Oil Spill Memorial Fund and Guardians of the Gulf. Artists include Grayson Capps and the Lost Cause Minstrels with John Mooney and Guthrie Trapp on Friday. Saturday will be Sasafrass, Randall Bramblett, Guthrie Trapp, Sugarcane Jane, John Jonier, Honey Island Swamp Band with John Mooney and Walter Wolfman Washington and the Roadmasters. Sunday, Johnny Barbato, Luther Wamble, Guthrie Trapp and Jon Cleary Trio.

COST: $30 for Friday, $45 for Saturday, $45 for Sunday or $100 for a weekend pass.

WEBSITE: www.piratescoveriffraff.com

SOUTH BALDWIN COMMUNITY THEATRE PRESENTS: THE EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES

DATE/TIMES: Friday and Saurday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. matinee; LOCATION: South Baldwin Community Theater, 2022 West Second Ave, Gulf Shores. An Emperor who cares for nothing but his wardrobe hires two weavers who promise him the finest suit of clothes from a fabric invisible to anyone who is unfit for his position or “just hopelessly stupid.” The Emperor cannot see the cloth himself, but pretends that he can for fear of appearing unfit for his position or stupid; his ministers do the same. When the swindlers report that the suit is finished, they dress him in mime and the Emperor then marches in procession before his subjects. A child in the crowd calls out that the Emperor is wearing nothing at all and the cry is taken up by others. The Emperor cringes, suspecting the assertion is true, but holds himself up proudly and continues the procession.

COST: Tickets: Adults $12; Students $8

PHONE: 251 968-6721

WEBSITE: www.sbct.biz

THIRD ANNUAL TREASURE HUNT, ARTS AND CRAFS FAIR AND CAR SHOW

DATE/TIMES: Saturday,  9 a.m.-5 p.m.

LOCATION: Orange Beach Sportsplex, 4389 Bill Silvers Road, Orange Beach. Benefits the Orange Beach sportsplex and BARC. Lots of food and fun for the whole family is being planned and local artist and craftsmen will be displaying and selling their works. Food booths will be available and include German sausages, corn dogs, nachos and fresh strawberry shortcakes. In addition, the festival will feature our second annual Open Car/Motorcycle Show and a community yard sale with a wide variety of “treasures from the attic”. BARC pet adoption and parade. Alcohol-free event! Proceeds from the festival will benefit local charities in Baldwin County.

COST: Free to public.

PHONE: 251-228-1340

SHARE THE BEACH

SEA TURTLE VOLUNTEER

MEETING

DATE/TIME: Thursday, 6:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Gulf Shores Adult Activity Center (On Clubhouse Dr.) All those wishing to volunteer with Share the Beach, Alabama's Sea Turtle Conservation Program should attend. Volunteer duties include patrolling a section of beach at sunup looking for the tracks of the mama sea turtles. Volunteers will be assigned to a team for the season. The 2011 sea turtle nesting begins in May 1 and ends on Oct. 31. For information visit our website: www.AlabamaSeaTurtles.com

PHONE: For more information call Mike Reynolds 251-747-4985.

PLEASURE ISLAND KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP AT BEACH CITE

DATE/TIMES: Friday, 5:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Beach CITE Studios, Inc. at SanRoc Cay, 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd. Suite 202, Orange Beach. Do you like to knit or crochet or would like to learn? Bring your yarn and needles or hook, or bring a project in progress, discuss techniques, share patterns and ideas! Bring a friend!

COST: Donations accepted.

PHONE: 251-269-2127

WEBSITE: www.beachcitestudios.org

FIRST AVIATION DAY

DATE/TIME: Friday noon-4:30 p.m., Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Jack Edwards National Airport, Gulf Shores. Airplane displays, information booths and children’s activities both days.

COST: Free to the public

PHONE: Jerri Thompson at 251-967-3968 for more info. WEBSITE: Visit www.jka.us.com for contact information and a complete

lineup.

BALDWIN COUNTY RETIRED EDUCATORS

DATE/TIME: Friday, 10 a.m.

LOCATION: Mama Lou’s in Robertsdale. Terry Beasley, Fairhope Elementary School Principal and author of “Lesson from a Tooth Fairy” will be the speaker.  Planning for meetings for next year will be part of the program. Can food items are still being collected for the “Yes We Can Feed Alabama” project. Also, April 15 is the deadline for a high school senior who plans on becoming a teacher to apply for a $500 scholarship. President, James Weekley encourages retired educators to come and be an active part of BCREA.

PHONE: 251-928-2104 or 251-472-6924

FOLEY STAR PLAYERS PRESENT ‘DEARLY DEPARTED’

DATE/TIMES: Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m. matinee

LOCATION: Foley Civic Center,  407 East Laurel Avenue, Foley The beleaguered Turpin family, proves that living and dying in the South are seldom tidy and always hilarious. Despite their earnest efforts to pull themselves together for their father's funeral, the Turpins other problems keep overshadowing the solemn occasion.

COST: Advance tickets: $10 for adults, $5 for children. At the door tickets: $12 for adults, $7 for children.

PHONE: 251-970-2203

MEMBER ARTIST NEW WORKS

DATE/TIME: Monday - July 18

LOCATION: Orange Beach Art Center: Member artists rotate their works quarterly.

PHONE: 251-981-2787

WEBSITE: orangebeachartscenter.com

PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH HOLY

WEEK SERVICES

DATE/TIMES: Maundy Thursday, 6 p.m.;  

Good Friday, 6 p.m.; Easter Sunday, 10 a.m. All services will be held at the church, 8250 Roscoe Road, just off the Foley Beach Express, one-half mile south of County Road 12. Everyone is welcome to all services.

PHONE: 251-974-2545 or Betty Ingram 251-981-9476  bingram7@centurytel.net

MAUNDAY THURSDAY

SERVICE

DATE/TIME: Thursday, 6 p.m.

LOCATION: St. Andrew by the Sea at 17263 Fort Morgan Road, Gulf Shores or visit our web site for Sunday services and more information at www.standrewbythesea.org.

PHONE: 251-968-3900.

SUSAN GIBSON AT BEACH CITE STUDIOS

DATE/TIMES: Thursday, 2011  7:30 PM

LOCATION: Beach CITE Studios, Inc. at SanRoc Cay, 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd. Suite 202, Orange Beach. Gibson will play original songs from her songbook including “Wide Open Spaces.” Gibson wrote “Wide Open Spaces,” a song made popular as the title song on the Dixie Chicks 1998 debut album and a breakout hit for the group. Gibson’s song was No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Singles chart for four weeks, won Single of the Year at the Country Music Association Awards in 1999 and has sold more than 16 million copies.

COST: Donation for admission accepted at the door. Nonprofit 501(c)3

Contact Us

PHONE: 251-981-1989

WEBSITE: www.beachcitestudios.org

THIRD ANNUAL CLEAN COAST EXPO

DATE/TIME: Thursday 1 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Erie Meyer Civic Center, Gulf Shores. The Clean Coast Partnership is looking for sustainable companies to exhibit in the Third Annual Clean Coast Expo. Companies who are sustainable or “green” by adherence to practices that

promote and sustain the long term health of the environment, the population and to economic well being qualify to participate. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

COST: Along with the expo, there will be a FREE Community Shed It Day and E-cycling

event outside of the Civic Center, but there is a fee for TV’s and computer monitors.

CONTACT: Chamber of Commerce at 251-968-7200 or email

membership@alagulfcoastchamber.com

WEBSITE: For more information on the Clean Coast Partnership visit www.cleanisland.org.

MAC WALTER AT BEACH CITE STUDIOS

DATE/TIMES: Friday,  7:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Beach CITE Studios, Inc. at SanRoc Cay, 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd. Suite 202, Orange Beach. Mac Walter is an exciting, versatile, dynamic master of the guitar and a role model to would-be players for his dedication and virtuosity on the instrument. His fingerstyle synergy always leaves an audience on their feet and wanting more. He makes the guitar come to life with a rare passion and plays at a level few musicians ever achieve. His music is a rich stew of earth blues peppered with sassy, swinging jazz. His performances are rooted in a healthy respect for the traditions of American

music

COST: Donation for admission accepted at the door. Nonprofit 501(c)3

Contact Us

PHONE: 251-981-1989

WEBSITE: www.beachcitestudios.org

EARTH DAY AT THE HANGOUT

DATE/TIME: Friday noon-4 p.m.

LOCATION: The Hangout will have a fun and educational Earth Day Party and Gulf Shores Community Awareness Event. Activity tables are being provided by The Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, Gulf Shores Elementary, Middle and High Schools, City of Gulf Shores Public Works, Ocean Camp, Baldwin EMC, Book Signing by the authors of “Boat House Buddies,” live music, Earth friendly crafts, games, and more.

COST: Free to the public

PHONE: 251-948-3030

WEBSITE: thehangoutal.com

GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE

DATE/TIME: Friday, noon.

LOCATION: St. Andrew by the Sea at 17263 Fort Morgan Road, Gulf Shores or visit our web site for Sunday services and more information at www.standrewbythesea.org.

PHONE: 251-968-3900.

BEAR POINT EASTER

CELEBRATION AND

EASTER EGG HUNT

DATE/TIME: Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

LOCATION: Bear Point Civic Association community park. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, drinks and baked goods for sales. Two adult and two children Easter baskets will be raffled. Easter egg hunt starts at 1 p.m.

EMAIL: bearpoint2011

@gmail.com

ADULT EASTER EGG HUNT AT THE HANGOUT

DATE/TIME: Saturday, late-night

LOCATION: The Hangout. will have a late-night adult Easter egg hunt in the restaurant’s courtyard. Best Bunny Costume Contest winner will score two tickets to the Hangout Musicfest. Eggs will contain prizes including drinks, shirts, koozies and adult novelties.

COST: $5.

PHONE: 251-948-3030

WEBSITE: thehangoutal.com

THE ROAD TO THE HANGOUT SERIES

DATE/TIME: Saturday, 7 p.m.

LOCATION: The Hangout in Gulf Shores. The Road to The Hangout. Seven Day Sonnet and Halo Stereo.

COST: Free to the public

PHONE: 251-948-3030

WEBSITE: thehangoutal.com

FOLEY FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION BOSTON BUTT SALE

DATE/TIME: Saturday

LOCATION: Foley Fire Department Station 2, County Road 20. To benefit the Ralph Schumacher Scholarship Fund. The Foley Firefighters Association is currently taking orders for the Boston Butt Sale until Sunday.

COST: They are $25 each

PHONE:  251-747-4742, 251-979-6035 or 251-302-6049

EMAIL: foleyfirefightersassociation@gmail.com.

EASTER SUNDAYS

SERVICE

DATE/TIME: Sunday, 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.

LOCATION: St. Andrew by the Sea at 17263 Fort Morgan Road, Gulf Shores or visit our web site for Sunday services and more information at www.standrewbythesea.org.

PHONE: 251-968-3900.

EASTER AT THE HANGOUT

DATE/TIME: Sunday, 6:30 a.m. service by Gulf Shores United Methodist Church, Easter bunny brunch 8 a.m.-2 p.m. and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. activities will include a huge Easter egg hunt and best bunny costume for kids.

COST: Free to the public

PHONE: 251-948-3030

WEBSITE: thehangoutal.com

NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM WITH SPECIAL GUEST JIMMY BUFFETT

DATE/TIMES: April 28, 7:30 p.m.

LOCATION: National Museum of Naval Aviation, 1750 Radford Blvd, Pensacola. To benefit the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation. Reception at 6:30 p.m., Concert at 7:30 p.m. This concert is limited to only 500 people and will sell out quickly. Package Includes:

COST: Tickets $500, one concert ticket, reception on carrier deck inside the museum beginning at 6:30 p.m., complimentary margaritas and LandShark Lager throughout reception and concert, commemorative concert souvenir

PHONE: 850.453.2389

WEBSITE: www.navalaviationmuseum.org.

MONEY MANAGEMENT — A WOMAN’S PERSPECTIVE

DATE/TIME: April 28, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m.

LOCATION: Craft Farms, 3840 Cotton Creek Circle, Gulf Shores. Learn techniques to management your money for your financial future.

COST: No charge, but you must register

PHONE: The Women’s Business Center, Inc. at 251-660-2725, or email info@womenbiz.biz.

RELAY FOR LIFE OF THE ALABAMA GULF COAST

DATE/TIME: April 29

LOCATION: Orange Beach Sportsplex. Teams in the community are having many fundraisers, please visit our website and check out our Event Calendar at www.relayforlife.org/gulfcoastal. Many of the Relay For Life teams are participating in a wonderful opportunity — the Discount Card fundraiser. The card includes excellent discounts at various local businesses on the Gulf  Coast they are $20 each and we offering incentives.

PHONE: 251-752-0516

WEBSITE: www.relayforlife

.org/gulfcoastal.

BOOK SIGNING

DATE/TIME: April 29, 6-8 p.m.

LOCATION: LuLu’s at Homeport Marina. Brothers Jamie and Bobby Deen will talk about their new book, “Get Fired Up,” and demonstrate some outdoor cooking.

COST: Free to the public

WEBSITE: lulusathomeport.com

DOG DAY AFTERNOON AT COSMO’S

DATE/TIME: April 29- 30, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

LOCATION: Cosmo’s Restaurant on Canal Road in Orange Beach. Outside yardsale to benefit BARC on April 29 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Food and beverage specials, silent auction, games, live music and doggy costume contest at noon.

COST: free to the public

PHONE: 251-948-9663.

THE ROAD TO THE HANGOUT SERIES

DATE/TIME: April 30, 7 p.m.

LOCATION: The Hangout in Gulf Shores. Caleb Lovely and April Smith and the Great Picture Show

COST: Free to the public

PHONE: 251-948-3030

WEBSITE: thehangoutal.com

14th ANNUAL WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL

DATE/TIME: April 30-May 1, Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m.-sunset

LOCATION: Pirate’s Cove Marina, 6600 Baldwin County 95, Josephine. Local artists, boat builders, marine sales, music all weekend, Chet's famous fried mullet plates, Sharpie Sailboat Race, Saturday 1 p.m. Race for the Skull,  Sunday 1, p.m.

COST: $5 Adults; FFree to children 12 and under.

PHONE: 251-987-1547

WEBSITE: www.piratescoveriffraff.com

FIRST ALLEY TREASURES COMMUNITY YARD SALE

DATE/TIME: April 30, 7 a.m.-noon

LOCATION: The Uptown Foley alley north behind Hotel Magnolia. Do you have antiques, furniture items, toys, household wares and other similar items you would like to sell?

COST: For $10 area residents are encouraged to rent a 10-foot-by-10-foot space in the alley to sell these goods.

Applying for an alley space is easy. Simply log on to www.UptownFoley.com for space application and selling guidelines. Applications will be chosen on a first-come, first-serve basis, given the applicant will not be selling prohibited items including clothes, weapons, live animals and other goods.

PHONE: Mell Davis at 251-978-4721.

THE ROAD TO THE HANGOUT SERIES

DATE/TIME: May 7, 7 p.m.

LOCATION: The Hangout in Gulf Shores. Saints of Valory and Megan McCormick

COST: Free to the public

PHONE: 251-948-3030

WEBSITE: thehangoutal.com

HANGOUT’S THIRD BIRTHDAY PARTY

DATE/TIME: May 7, all day

LOCATION: The Hangout  will have free cake, birthday-themed games and a piñata. Special activities are planned all day and night!

PHONE: 251-948-3030

WEBSITE: thehangoutal.com

HOT GLASS/COLD DRINKS

DATE/TIME: May 13, 6:30 p.m.

LOCATION: 26389 Canal Road, Orange Beach. Watch live glass blowing demos by Joe Hobbs and Sam Cornman

For a $20 donation you will receive a hand-blown drinking glass and the beverages of your choice (nonalcoholic, wine, beer)

PHONE: 251 981-ARTS (2787)

EMAIL: helpdesk@orangebeachartcenter.com

WEBSITE: www.orangebeachartcenter.com

ORANGE BEACH WINE FESTIVAL

DATE/TIME: May 14, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

LOCATION: 28103 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach. Sample dozens of varietals from regions around the world, from the spunky Australian Shiraz to the buttery chardonnay of Napa Valley. Hors d’oeuvres provided by Cobalt Dining, The Sunset Corkroom and Cosmos’ Restaurant and Bar. A retail wine tent will be available for purchasing wines by the bottle or the case.

COST: $45, plus tax. Your ticket buys your drinks, live music, car show entry and boat ride.

PHONE: 888-607-7020

EMAIL: Fun@wavesofwine.com

WEBSITE: www.orangebeachwinefestival.com

Sample dozens of varietals from regions around the world, from the spunky Australian Shiraz to the buttery chardonnay of Napa Valley. Hors d’oeuvres provided by Cobalt Dining, The Sunset Corkroom and Cosmos’ Restaurant and Bar. A retail wine tent will be available for purchasing wines by the bottle or the case.

THE ROAD TO THE HANGOUT SERIES

DATE/TIME: May 14, 7 p.m.

LOCATION: The Hangout in Gulf Shores. Grayson Capps and The Stumpknockers

COST: Free to the public

PHONE: 251-948-3030

WEBSITE: thehangoutal.com

THE BEACH BOYS AT THE WHARF

DATE/TIME: May 14, 7 p.m.

LOCATION: The Wharf Amphitheater with special guest Sha Na Na

COST: $45 for 100 level, $35 for 200 level, $25 for lower 300 level, $15 for upper 300 level

PHONE: 251-224-1021

WEBSITE: www.amphitheateratthewharf.com

THE HANGOUT BEACH, MUSIC AND ARTS

FESTIVAL

DATE/TIME: May 20-22

LOCATION: The Hangout, Gulf Shores Public Beach, Daily from Noon to 11:00 p.m. More than 60 bands to be announced performing on four stages. Day passes available and more artists added! Click on the Schedule button to find which day your favorite artists are performing at this year's Hangout Festival!

COST: Three-day pass $159, general admission day pass $79

WEBSITE: www.hangoutmusicfest.com

LYNYRD SKYNYRD

AND ZZ TOP

DATE/TIME: May 29, 8 p.m.

LOCATION: The Wharf Amphitheater

COST: $70.50, $42.50, or $25.50 or $15 for upper 300 level

PHONE: 251-224-1021

WEBSITE: www.amphitheateratthewharf.com

SEVENTH ANNUAL LULU PALOOZA 2011

DATE/TIME: May 30, all day

LOCATION: 200 E. 25th Ave., Gulf Shores. Music starts early inside the restaurant with Coconut Radio.  Later in the afternoon on our main stage on the beach will be performances from Grayson Capps & the Stumpknockers, Ilo Ferreira, and The Radiators.

COST: Free admission.

PHONE: 251-967-5858

WEBSITE: www.lulusathomeport.com