GOLF TOURNAMENT FOR EDUCATION

DATE/TIMES: Friday

LOCATION: Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club, 20 Peninsula Blvd,. Gulf Shores,

All net proceeds benefit the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Education Foundation.

COST: $125.00 per person; $500.00 per team. Event includes lunch, complimentary beverage cart — sponsored by Gulf Publishing, Inc., green fees an cart.

PHONE: 251-968-7220 or visit www.alagulfcoastchamber.com

NO FOOLS PIZZA PARTY

DATE/TIMES: Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Meyer Real Estate, 1585 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores, benefits Relay for Life. Donation buys a yummy Papa Murphy’s slice of pizza, salad and cookies plus a Papa Murphy’s PEEL A DEAL discount card.

COST: $6 donation

WEBSITE: www.MeyerRE.com

PLEASURE ISLAND KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP AT BEACH CITE

DATE/TIMES: Friday and April 15 2011  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

ORANGE BEACH BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTO FOOLS GOLD DRAWDOWN

DATE/TIMES: Friday 6:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Orange Beach Community Center, 27235 Canal Road, Orange Beach. Live music and a gourmet dinner catered by Shipps Harbour Grill. BYOB. Fundraiser to benefit the Orange Beach Elementary School with a chance to to win a $5,000 cash prize.

COST: $100 per couple.

PHONE: 251-747-4867

MAGNOLIA SPRINGS SEAFOOD CELEBRATION

DATE/TIMES: Saturday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

LOCATION: Jesse's Restaurant, 14770 Oak St., Magnolia Springs. The goal of this festival is to promote and raise public awareness that not only is our local seafood the best in the nation, but is most importantly safe, fresh and abundant. The festival will be a kaleidoscope of fresh, local seafood, fine wines, crafted micro- brews, arts and crafts and an opportunity for area restaurants to showcase various recipes using only fresh local seafood.

COST: $25 general admission will entitle the public to samples prepared seafood, great wine and beer.

WEBSITE: www.jessesrestaurant.com/

SPRING BIRD BANDING SESSION 2011

DATE/TIMES: Saturday through April 14, 7 a.m.-noon

LOCATION: Fort Morgan, 51 Alabama 180 W., Gulf Shores, the Alabama Gulf Coast is a critical stopover point as migratory birds return from Central and South America. Banding hours are from before dawn to mid-afternoon, depending on the flow of birds. Bring a lawn chair, binoculars and inquisitive mind but leave the pets at home.

COSTS: Admission to Fort: $5 adults, $3 children 6-12, free to younger children. Banding is free.

PHONE: 205-681-2888

WEBSITE: www.hummingbirdsplus.org

PEBBLE CREEK CIVIC ASSOCIATION

DATE/TIME: Saturday, 2:30 p.m.

LOCATION: American Legion, Alabama 59, Gulf Shores, meeting and voting

MEYER REAL ESTATE FAMILY FUN DAY AT

WATERVILLE USA

DATE/TIMES: Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

LOCATION: Waterville USA, 906 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores. Bring the entire family for an afternoon for fun for all ages as Waterville USA provides the entertainment at this popular event. An afternoon filled with fun amusements includes unlimited rides on go-carts, roller coaster and kiddie rides plus mini-golf. (Flowrider, arcade games and waterpark not included). All proceeds benefit American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

COST: Tickets are $10 and may be purchased in advance at Meyer Real Estate’s Gulf Shores office or at the door. Advance tickets include a $5 food voucher.

PHONE: 251-968-2930

WEBSITE: www.MeyerRE.com

BOBBY VANDEUSEN AT BEACH CITE STUDIOS

DATE/TIMES: Wednesday, 2011  7:30 PM

LOCATION: Beach CITE Studios, Inc. at SanRoc Cay, 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd Suite 202, Orange Beach. Bobby VanDeusen will be playing Scott Joplin's Ragtime! Scott Joplin, also known as “The King of Ragtime” wrote many classic hits in this style including “The Maple Leaf Rag” and “The Entertainer.”

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

PHONE: 251-981-1989

WEBSITE: www.beachcitestudios.org

MEET THE ARTIST SHELLIE REESE

DATE/TIME: Thursday, 5:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Orange Beach Art Center. Artist Shellie Reese’s work will be on display from at the Art Center through May 12.

PHONE: 251-981-2787

WEBSITE: orangebeachartscenter.com

HOT GLASS/COLD DRINKS FUNDRAISER

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

LOCATION: Orange Beach Art Center, event following reception for Shellie Reese.

PHONE: 251-981-2787

WEBSITE: orangebeachartscenter.com

SECOND CHAMBER MERGER MEETING

DATE/TIME: Thursday, 5:30 p.m.

LOCATION: City of Foley Council Chambers - 407 E Laurel ave., Foley

CONTACT: RSVP at events@alagulfcoastchamber.com

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

DATE/TIMES: April 8-April 9, 7:30 p.m.; April 10, 2 p.m. matinee; April 15-16 & 17 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

GULF COAST BOAT

SUPER SHOW

DATE/TIMES: April 8-April 10 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

LOCATION: The Wharf 23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach. One of the largest boat shows in the southeast. Boats up to 100 feet, fishing boats, ski boats, offshore boats, runabouts, personal watercraft and many more! More than 100 boats in the water and 150 boats on land, demonstrations, surfing contest on the only full size electric surfboard on the Gulf Coast, vendors and much more! COST: Weekend pass, adults $6, children under 14 FREE

WEBSITE: www.rvexpo.net

12th ANNUAL LOWER ALABAMA CCA

BEACH PARTY

DATE/TIMES: April 9, 6 p.m.-10 p.m.

LOCATION: Caribe The Resort, 28103 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, silent auction, live auction, raffles, door prizes and fun for everyone.

COST: $55 per couple in advance or $65 on the day of event.

PHONE: 251-752-6989

WEBSITE: www.ccaalabama.org

SECOND CHAMBER MERGER MEETING

DATE/TIME: Thursday, 5:30 p.m.

LOCATION: City of Foley Council Chambers - 407 E Laurel ave., Foley

CONTACT: RSVP at events@alagulfcoastchamber.com

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

DATE/TIMES: April 16, 2011  9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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

April 14th, 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 1and

ends on Oct. 31.

For information visit our

website:

www.AlabamaSeaTurtles.com

PHONE: For more information

call Mike Reynolds 251-747-4985.

FIRST AVIATION DAY

DATE/TIME: April 15 noon-4:30 p.m., April 16, 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.

FOLEY STAR PLAYERS PRESENT ‘DEARLY DEPARTED’

DATE/TIMES: April 16, 7:30 p.m., April 17, 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: April 18 - July 18

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

PHONE: 251-981-2787

WEBSITE: orangebeachartscenter.com

MAUNDAY THURSDAY

SERVICE

DATE/TIME: April 21, 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: April 21, 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: April 21 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: April 22, 2011  7:30 PM

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

GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE

DATE/TIME: April 22, 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.

EASTER SUNDAYS

SERVICE

DATE/TIME: April 24, 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.

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.

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.