Gulf Coast Buzz (April 17 - 30, 2015)

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festivals Galore• Delta Woods and Water Expo• Old Time Country Festival• Bald Eagle Bash• Earth Day Mobile Bay• Bama Coast Cruise

Restaurant Review:The Diner

family funTake the kids

to a baseball game

$5 offCoupon inside for the Balloon festival!

Your 14-day guide to fun, food and entertainment

APRIL 17 – 30In-depth Baldwin County calendar

and live music listings in every issue!

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Can you believe it has been one year since the Gulf Coast Buzz pub-lished its first issue?

We have learned (and changed) several items since our first issue and we continue to improve.

The next two weeks, through May 1, are crammed with events, large and small, and near and far. Two events take place April 18 on the Eastern Shore. Earth Day Mobile Bay will take place in Fairhope around the pier. It will be full of booths, arts and crafts and exhibits that teach us how to take care of our Gulf waters and celebrate the life it holds. That evening, head to Weeks Bay for Bald Eagle Bash. Enjoy deli-cious menu items and live music while raiseing money for the Weeks Bay Foundation. This is a family friendly event for anyone who loves good music and good food.

The weekend beginning April 24 is home to three events - in Stockton, Orange Beach and Spanish Fort. Bama Coast Cruise will ride into town April 24 to 26. View vintage and new cars while enjoying the shops and restaurants of The Wharf. Enjoy the tunes of the Chestangs, the Unknown Bluegrass Band and Ashleigh White at Stockton’s Old Time Country Festival at Bicentennial Park on April 25. In addition to the live music, there will be plowing and blacksmith demonstrations, pony and train rides, Kona Ice, antique cars and tractors, square dancers and much more.

April 23 through 25, 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center in Spanish Fort will be home to the Delta Woods and Water Expo. This event celebrates the beauty of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta with presenters, live exhibits and programs.

We end this two weeks with the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival. Many will come from near and far May 1 and 2 to get a glimpse as these colorful balloons take the sky. Provid-ing weather conditions are appropriate, tethered rides will be available Friday and Saturday evenings, along with the balloon glow event. Throughout the day, live entertainment, such as Sugarcane Jane, will take the stage while you browse the arts and crafts vendor booths and view the antique tractor collections.

Be sure to check out our usual book, food, wine, family fun and outdoors columns.Thank you for our first year. Here’s to many, many more!

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APRIL 17 – 30, 2015GULF COAST MEDIA

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Festivals Galore• Delta Woods and Water Expo• Old Time Country Festival• Bald Eagle Bash• Earth Day Mobile Bay• Bama Coast Cruise

Restaurant Review:The Diner

Family FunTake the kids

to a baseball game

$5 OFFCoupon inside for the Balloon Festival!

Your 14-day guide to fun, food and entertainment

APRIL 17 – 30In-depth Baldwin County calendar

and live music listings in every issue!

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Letter from the editor

Your guide to fun, food and entertainment on the Gulf Coast.Publishes the first and third friday of each month.

Look for our next issue Friday, May 1.

Look for us submissionsI In all four Gulf Coast Media newspapers:

The Times Independent, The Foley Onlooker, The Islander and The Courier

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ABOUT THE COVER

The Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival will take flight on April 30 at Tanger Outlets and continue May 1 and 2 at the Foley Sports Park.

Find out more on page 5.

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Gulf Coast hot Air Balloon festivalTake flight in Foley. Balloon rides, schedule, pilots and more. 5 – 9

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Bald eagle Bash“Party for Preservation” at Weeks Bay. 10

old time Country festivalGood, old-fashioned fun in Stockton. 16

delta Woods and Waters expoFamily Day and field trips. 24

Bama Coast CruiseClassic cars and Munsters at The Wharf. 25

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Baseball games Take the kids out to the ballpark. 12

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Culturally speaking Foley Centennial Picnic and Baldwin Pops Concert. 17

the Buzz on the Coast 14 Days, our comprehensive calendar. 13

Local Live MusicBaldwin County music listings. 26

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earth day Mobile BayCelebrate the environment. 11

Aiming and AnglingMosquitos, snakes and bugs. 21

BooKs/GAMes

Between the Pages “Wyrd Sisters.” 20

Puzzles. 30

food stay home and stir-fry Tofu with sweet and sour cabbage. 18

Chew on this Restaurant Review: The Diner. 22

tastings Don’t label me because I drink wine. 29

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Balloons/Pilots pg. 8

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ABOUT THE COVER

By Allison [email protected]

Splashes of color will fill the sky May 1 and 2 as the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival takes flight. The 11th annual festival is sponsored by

Tanger Outlets, which is also home to the kickoff party and balloon glow event on Thursday, April 30, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Visitors can view 10 balloons up close, includ-ing Let’s Get High, piloted by Ellis Calvert and Touchstone Energy, piloted by 2001 Guinness World Record Holder Cheri White.

Festival hours are 2 – 10 p.m. on Friday, May 1, and 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 2 at the Foley Sports Park on Highway 98 West. Many of the same activities will be available for children and adults alike. Tethered hot air balloon rides are available both Friday and Satur-

day nights, if the weather is favorable. A limited number of tickets will be sold for the tethered rides, and can be purchased online. The World Famous Disc Connected K-9 Frisbee Dog Show is always a crowd favorite and will be back for another weekend of dog tricks and treats. Mitchell Brothers and Sons carnival is a new surprise for visitors this year. The carnival will be open 2 – 10 p.m. and wristbands are $25 for unlimited fun. Wristbands can be purchased at Tanger Outlet Shopping Services Office, Bryant Bank, South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce or online.

Live entertainment includes Sugarcane Jane, Chee Weez, JERI, Rhythm Intervention and Escalade. While listening to live music, browse the arts and crafts booths, vendor booths, enjoy a crawfish boil and much more.

Attendance at past festivals has been around 65,000, and organizers are expecting the crowd to grow this year.

Take FlightGulf Coast hot Air Balloon festival kicks off in May

if you goWhAt: Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon FestivalWheN: Kickoff party and balloon glow: April 30, 7 – 8:30 p.m.; Festival: Friday, May 1, 2 – 10 p.m.; Saturday, May 2, 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.WheRe: 18507 U.S. Highway 98 W., FoleyCost: Admission and shuttle are free; parking onsite is $5; Tethered balloon rides are $20 for adults or $15 for children (12 and under)fINd out MoRe: GulfCoastBalloonFestival.com; 251-943-3712

the south Alabama Antique tractor and engine Club will be at the festival along with a petting zoo, rock wall and more.

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tethered hot Air Balloon RidesHot air balloon tethered rides are

scheduled for Friday and Saturday nights (approximately 7:30 – 9 p.m.). Hot air balloons carry passengers more than 25 feet in the air, giving them a bird’s eye view of the festival. Hot air balloons are secured to the ground us-ing ropes while passengers experience a smooth ascent and descent in the balloon.

Rides are $20 for adults or $15 for children (ages 6 – 12). No riders under age 6 are allowed. Tethered rides are weather dependent. No refunds will be given for inclement weather. For tickets, visit GulfCoastBalloonFestival.com.

shuttle and ParkingFree shuttle service is available be-

hind the Nike Factory Store at Tanger Outlets and from the Trawick Center in the Bryant Bank parking lot to the fes-tival grounds. The shuttle runs Friday and Saturday from 2 – 10 p.m. Onsite parking is available for $5.

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SchedulethuRsdAY, APRIL 307 – 8:30 p.m. tanger outlets Kickoff and Glow event Hot air balloon glow Four-Day Super Sale Spin the wheel for free prizes

fRIdAY, MAY 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.foley sports Complex Carnival by Mitchell Brothers World Famous Disc Connected K-9 Frisbee Dog Show Crawfish boil Arts, crafts and food Live entertainment: Sugarcane Jane 5 – 7 p.m. Tethered rides at dusk Live music headliner: Chee Weez 8:30 – 10:30 p.m. Hot air balloon glow at dusk

sAtuRdAY, MAY 26 a.m. – 10 p.m.foley sports Complex Carnival by Mitchell Brothers 2 – 10 p.m. World Famous Disc Connected K-9 Frisbee Dog Show Crawfish boil Arts, crafts and food Live entertainment: JERI 2 – 4:30 p.m. Live entertainment: Rhythm Intervention 4:30 – 7 p.m. Tethered rides at dusk Live music headliner: Escalade 8:30 – 10:30 p.m. Hot air balloon glow at dusk

Adam’s Nirvana - piloted by Ron TerranovaBama Breeze - piloted by Mark Daniel

Carolina twist - piloted by Anthony SeegerCheaper than a Wife - piloted by Jason Gaines

Checkride - piloted by Dave SullivanCoca-Cola - piloted by Robert Ambeau

double Yellow - piloted by Chuck Polonowskifreedom spirit - piloted by David and Eleanor Robinson

screwed up Gator - piloted by Bud Personfreedom spirit - piloted by David Robinson

hileigh Kentagious - piloted by Ken JohnstonKaren’s dream II - piloted by Karen KentLet’s Get high - piloted by Ellis Calvert

Lurch - piloted by Michael BauwensMariah - piloted by Mark Yeakle

Mariahscape - piloted by Ted Habetz

Mickey’s Rainbow - piloted by Tom BergeonMiddle Age Crazy (MAC) - piloted by Michael Brent

No Boundaries - piloted by Leslie JeansonneReally!?!? - piloted by Shawn KrauseReMax - piloted by Joel Sturdevant

ski Lift - piloted by Bob Pulaskismokey the Bear - piloted by Nick Meleski

Knight Rider - piloted by Steven StokoeMaster Blaster - piloted by Gary OdomWisdom Racer - piloted by John Good

City of foley - piloted by Tommy Racheltouchstone energy Cooperative - piloted by Cheri White

treetop flyer - piloted by Tim SlatteryWindspirit - piloted by Joel JonesZipper - piloted by Luc Goethals

this year's Balloons

Proud Supporter of Foley’s11th Annual Gulf Coast

HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVALMay 1 & 2, 2015

Come to Cain’s Piggly Wiggly-Cost Plus and pick up some of their Certifi ed Angus Beef for grilling this weekend and during the

Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival!

With three locations in Baldwin County, they are locally owned and easily accessible.

So Hurry On Down and Shop Cain’s Piggly Wiggly-Cost Plus.You’ll fi nd your neighborhood store one of your best shopping experiences ever.

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WHERE TO GO

4 Miles From The BeachOn Highway 59

ShoppingTarget

Bed Bath & BeyondBooks A Million

Accessories Galore/Bag LadyDollar Tree

GNCHibbett Sports

Jubilee Apparel and GiftsThe Orchard Apple Specialists

Little Monkey ToesLovely Nails

Mission 25 Hair StudioSun Rays Sunglass Center

The Beach House BoutiqueToo Hot Mamas

Dining &Entertainment

Cactus FlowerCobb Theater

Cohiba Dunes Cigar BarDairy QueenKitty’s Kafe

Longhorn SteakhouseMikato Japanese Steak House

Papa’s PizzaRafters Restaurant &

Sports Bar

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Visit us online atthepelicanplace.com

3800 Gulf Shores ParkwayGulf Shores, AL 36542

251-968-3638

Great food and great music for a great causethis year’s Bald Eagle Bash is

April 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Tonsmeire Resource Center on

Weeks Bay under the U.S. 98 bridge over Fish River.

Organizers have dubbed this an-nual event a “Party for Preservation” because it benefits the Weeks Bay Foundation.

Every year, organizers provide fresh Gulf seafood to restaurants and chefs in the area, who then create a menu with delicious items like shrimp ceviche, shrimp stuffed mashed po-tatoes, shrimp and grits, gumbo and much more.

There’s also live music from Gretch Lyles and the Modern Eldorados, who play a fun rockabilly/country/pop blend of music with a mix of classics like Elvis, Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline.

This is event is always family friendly and is great for anyone who loves good food and good music, all

for a great cause. Tickets for the Bald Eagle Bash are

$40 in advance and $45 at the gate the day of the event. Children under 10 are free. Free parking is available at the Weeks Bay Reserve Safe Harbor site with BRATS shuttles providing transportation to and from the event.

Tickets can be purchased at Page and Palette bookstore in downtown Fairhope, Weeks Bay Foundation office, Weeks Bay Reserve and from foundation board members.

if you goWhAt: Bald Eagle BashWheN: Saturday, April 18, 4 – 7 p.m.WheRe: Tonsmeire Resource Center, Weeks BayCost: Advance, $40; day of, $45; children under 10, freefINd out MoRe: BaldEagleBash.com; 251-990-5004

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Mobile Bay’s annual celebration of environmental stewardship of the state’s Gulf coast and bay wa-ters is back at the Fairhope Pier Park on April 18.

The 2015 edition of Earth Day Mobile Bay kicks off at 10 a.m. April 18 with exhibits, arts and crafts, music, hands-on experiences and more. The event is free.

The event will feature vendors of earth-friendly solu-tions like windmills, efficient heating and cooling systems like solar, geothermal, insulation, green building as well as local and natural healthy food sources. Some exhibits will also feature hybrid and electric cars.

There will be live music throughout the day starting at 10 a.m. with the Center Stage Performance Children’s Choir. At 11:30 a.m. Sassafrass, featuring Jo Billips and Karen Harville, will perform. The Rock Bottom Band (1:30 p.m.), Lee Yankie and the Planet Warriors (3 p.m.) and The Invincible Czars (4:15 p.m.) will also take the stage at the festival.

Other activities include an aerial silk performance from Southern Edge Dance Studio’s Jennifer Smith.

There is also an Environmental Film Festival with Earth conscious movies playing all day during the event. The films will be shown underneath the big tent, and admis-sion and popcorn are both free.

Festival goers will also have the opportunity to bring their old things to be recycled. Various service providers will be on hand to recycle old computers, televisions, garbage, cooking oil and grease, aluminum, plastic, card-board and more.

If you don’t want to spend your time looking for a park-ing spot near the festival, there will be free parking and a shuttle at the Big Lots parking lot at the intersection of Fairhope Avenue and Greeno Road.

if you goWhAt: Earth Day Mobile BayWheN: Saturday, April 18; 10 a.m.WheRe: Fairhope Pier ParkCost: Free admissionfINd out MoRe: EarthDayMobileBay.org

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If you are like me, then spring means three things to you: pollen allergies, Cadbury eggs and BASEBALL. Baseball is America’s greatest pas-

time, and you and your family have plenty of chances to see the greatest game in person in the next few weeks.

The Mobile BayBears kick off their home schedule with a weekend series against the Biloxi Shuckers, formerly known as the Huntsville Stars. The Friday, April 17 game is the first Friday Night Fireworks game of the year. The BayBears have an excellent fireworks display after every Friday night home game.

The following weekend, the BayBears begin a five-game home series against the Mississippi Braves from April 25 to 29.

The BayBears also have a new promotional schedule. Sunday Fun Day gives families a chance to play catch on the field at Hank Aaron Stadium before the game. After the game, kids 12 and under can run the bases. Sunday

games can also be Bark in the Park days, where fans are invited to bring their pooches to

the game. Every Monday Matters games invite

fans to bring two books, gently used clothing or two non-perishable food items to receive a free grandstand ticket.

The donations benefit places like the Bay

Area Food Bank and Goodwill Easter Seals. If college baseball is more your speed, the South

Alabama Jaguars host a three-game series against Georgia State April 24 to 26. The Jags play at beautiful Stanky Field on the USA campus in Mobile.

FAMILY FUN

from left, Cade Mann, Jake Klotter and Micah Klotter enjoy a south Alabama Jaguars baseball game in March.

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PHOTO BY DAvE KLOTTER

Catch a baseball game

MAYOR:Charles Murphy

CITY COUNCIL:Sue Cooper • Joe M. Kitchens

Paul HollingsworthRuthie Campbell • Brent Kendrick

CITY CLERK:Shannon J. Hill

CITY ATTORNEY:Ken Raines

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER:Ann Simpson

CHIEF OF POLICE:Brad Kendrick

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR:Scott Gilbert

CITY ENGINEER:Greg Smith

CITY JUDGE:Julian Brackin

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oNGoINGfoley historic downtown Walking toursLearn about the history of local landmarks in Foley. Sites include Hotel Magnolia, Foley Train Depot and many more.I Saturdays in April, 10 a.m.;

Foley Welcome CenterI Free admissionI visitFoley.org; 251-943-1300

Pet Portraits to Benefit BARCThe Baldwin County Humane Society has made arrangements with Pet Portrait Network to have four pet portrait events to help raise funds for our new adoption center and ongoing rescue work. Each location will take reserva-tions for a 30-minute appointment. Additional portraits are available at reasonable prices and owners can be included in portraits at no additional cost.I April 18 at Pet Supermarket,

Daphne; April 25 at Petsense in Foley; May 2 at Tractor Supply in Bay Minette

I Minimum $25 donation, included 30-minute portrait session and an 8x10 portrait

I Daphne: 251-625-6411; Foley: 251-971-8585; Bay Minette: 251-937-5611

Ballroom dance Classes Enjoy a buffet dinner, cash bar and one hour of dance instruc-tion followed by one hour of open dance floor. Reservations are required. Partners are welcome, but not necessary.I Wednesdays, 6 – 8 p.m.;

Shipp’s Harbour GrillI $20 per person I 251-981-4119

Coastal Alabama farmers and fishermen’s MarketI Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.;

County Road 20, Foley I Free admissionI CoastalAlabamaMarket.com;

251-943-1545

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Christopher Mcdougall will be signing his book “Born to Run” after a casual fun run and book talk at Centennial hall at faulkner state in fairhope on May 1.

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Ark of India: An Alabama artist explores southern AsiaAn account of late 19th and early 20th century India as seen by Ala-bama artist Roderick D. MacKenzie, using his paintings, drawings, sculptures and most importantly, photographs and writings. MacKen-zie spent more than a decade in In-dia, 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. I Through Sept. 1;

History Museum of MobileI Adult, $7; seniors, $6;

students, $5I HistoryMuseumofMobile.com

fRIdAY, APRIL 17third friday Art Walk and Wine tastingIncludes an art walk and free wine tasting in a relaxing atmosphere filled with charm. Participating businesses include 4-Elements, Bungalows, Dream Center (Mary Kay), Good Morning Mattress Center and many more.I 5 – 7 p.m.;

downtown FoleyI Free admissionI 251-367-4499

North Baldwin Relay for Life“Give cancer the boot and rope in a cure” at the North Baldwin Relay for Life event. Booths and activities for adults and children alike.I 6 p.m. – midnight; Faulkner

State Community College, Bay Minette

I Free admissionI RelayForLife.org/NorthBaldwi-

nAL; 251-937-5665

under the starsEnjoy a fabulous evening while supporting the Baldwin County children we serve. The dynamic band, 4 Barrel Funk, will be performing and we will also have great food, drinks, dancing and exciting silent

and live auctions.I 6:30 – 10:30 p.m.;

Oak Hollow Farm, FairhopeI $50 per personI BCCAREHouse.org;

251-937-2055; [email protected]

sAtuRdAY, APRIL 18Bald eagle BashFor details, see pg. 10

earth day Mobile BayFor details, see pg. 11

Mullet Man triathlonAn addition to the Annual Inter-state Mullet Toss and Gulf Coast’s Greatest Beach Party, promises a great course, super volunteers, awards three deep and overall, as well as a post-race party with fabulous food and fun. A portion of the proceeds will go to local youth charities in Florida and Alabama, along with the Leukemia Lym-phoma Society Team in Training. Registration will be cut off at 500 participants, so get your applica-tions in soon.I 7:30 a.m. (rain or shine)I FloraBama.com;

251-980-5118

Waterway Village Zydeco & Crawfish festivalSink your teeth into some hot, juicy, lip-smacking crawfish while dancing to the infectious rhythms of some of the best Zydeco bands from around the South. There will be crawfish races, arts and crafts vendors, children’s activities and even an authentic 80-foot shrimp boat on hand offering nonstop fun for all ages.I 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.;

Waterway village in Gulf Shores

I Free admissionI Facebook.com/Zydecoand-

CrawfishFestival; 251-968-1172

satsuma Blossom festival’s Bicycle decorating ContestPart of the Satsuma Blossom Festi-val. Decorated bikes are due at the Fairhope Museum of History by 11 a.m. After judging, prizes will be awarded. Show your creativity with your wheels.I Noon;

Fairhope History MuseumI Free admissionI 251-517-9341

Blue star Memorial highway dedicationThe Montrose Garden Club is proud to announce the dedication of approximately 2.3 miles of Scenic Highway 98 as a Blue Star Memo-rial Highway, honoring all men and women of the United States who have served in the armed forces. Everyone is welcome. A special invi-tation is extended to all veterans.I 2 – 4 p.m.; Knights of

Columbus Hall, DaphneI 251-626-3093;

[email protected]

Wild Game Cook-offHosted by Stockton Civic Club. Live auction, bake sale, great food and cash prizes. Don’t miss out.I 4 p.m.; Old Schoolyard Park,

StocktonI $15 per personI 251-689-9920;

251-680-8168

suNdAY, APRIL 19eastern shore April ConcertThe Eastern Shore Choral Society, under the direction of Mary Kath-erine Kilgore, will present its last concert of the spring, “How Can I Keep from Singing.” The program will include a variety of choral selections including some familiar folk tunes and gospel songs. I 3 p.m.; Saint Francis

Traditional Episcopal Church, Point Clear

I $15I ESCS.org

fRIdAY, APRIL 24Bama Coast CruiseFor details, see pg. 25

North Baldwin Relay for Life will be held friday, April 17, at faulkner state in Bay Minette.

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the Interstate Mullet toss and the Gulf Coast’s Great-est Beach PartyA contribution for each fish flung will go to local youth charities, including local school education and prevention program from the Community Drug and Alcohol Council Inc.I April 24, noon; April 25 –

26, 10 a.m.; Flora-Bama, Perdido Key

I $15 to toss a fish; cover charge separate; $10 park-ing fee or $5 shuttle

I FloraBama.com; 850-492-0611; [email protected]

sAtuRdAY, APRIL 25old time Country festivalFor details, see pg. 16 the haven Resale shop’s spring Yard saleThe shop is accepting dona-tions through April 23. Because The Haven Resale Shop is small; they don’t accept clothing, large items such as refrigerators, electronics such as Tvs, computers and printers. Furniture will be accepted if you can bring it to the shop.I 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Haven

Resale Shop (across from Fairhoper’s Park)

I Free admissionI HavenForAnimals.org;

251-929-1911

“the fantastic toyshop”Presented by Bay Shore Bal-let Theatre. Danced to the whimsical score of Rossini, and arranged by Resphigi, this endearing story is full of surprises, hilarity and charm, with a story set in an amazing toy shop in Southern France around the time of 1860. The ballet is performed by more than 60 talented dancers from Fairhope and surrounding bay area cities. Company wardrobe mistress Donna Williams lends her expertise with costume design and execution, and

the full scale sets and scenery are provided by SDS Scenic Designs.I 2 p.m.; 7:30 p.m.;

Fairhope Civic CenterI 2 p.m.: performance, $5;

7:30 p.m. performance: adults, $12; seniors and children 12 and younger, $10; special reserved seating, $17

I BayShoreBallet.com; 251-990-9744; special group pricing: 251-583-3875

fRIdAY, MAY 1Gulf Coast hot Air Balloon festivalFor details, see pg. 5

“the Ransom of Red Chief”I Through May 3; 7:30 p.m.;

South Baldwin Community Theatre, Gulf Shores

I Adults, $18; students, $15I sbct.biz; 251-968-6721 2015 AVCA Collegiate sand Volleyball ChampionshipThe AvCA brings the best of sand volleyball to the beach in Gulf Shores. Check out the best college teams from across the country as they compete for the championship title. Pick your favorite team, find your spot in the sand and don’t miss three days of collegiate sand volleyball excitement.I Through May 3; Gulf

Shores Public BeachI AvCA.org; 251-979-4287

first friday Art WalkBegins at Fairhope Art Center, stroll through downtown Fairhope visiting art galleries and listening to music.I 6 – 8 p.m.; downtown

FairhopeI Free admissionI 251-928-2228

fun Run and Book signingPage and Palette Bookstore and Running Wild will host best-selling author of “Born to Run” Christopher McDougall

for a casual fun run and book-signing. I Fun run, 5:30 p.m.;

book signing, 6 p.m.; Faulkner State Community College, Fairhope

I $29.95, includes a signed copy of “Natural Born Heroes”

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C spire Concert series presents: Boston with special guest KansasI 7:30 p.m.;

The Amphitheater at The Wharf, Orange Beach

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first friday family NightThe third movie shown of this four-part series is “Dolphin Tale 2.” This event will feature kid’s activities, freebies from our chamber members, food trucks like Foosackly’s, Windcreek’s Good to Go food truck and Kona Ice and a free outdoor movie. The next movie will be June 5 and “Monsters Inc.” will be shown, where the first 50 children to dress in costume will receive free popcorn.I 8 p.m.; Blackburn Park,

Bay MinetteI Free admission

sAtuRdAY, MAY 2tunnel Vision 5KSponsored by Cunningham Bounds; race ends at Ralph and Kacoo’s (formerly Lap’s). The Lion’s Club and its charity foundations help the blind and visually impaired. The Lion’s sight programs include, but are not limited to, the University of South Alabama Eye Research Institute, Alabama Lion’s Sight Foundation, Camp Seale Harris, eye exams, eye glasses, etc.I 8 a.m.; Government Street

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Good, old-fashioned funat the old time Country festival

Get ready for a good, old-fashioned time up in North Baldwin, as the annual Old Time Country Festival returns to Stockton this month with a host of fun

activities and great live music for folks to enjoy.Bluegrass gospel group The Chestangs, the Unknown

Bluegrass Band and Ashleigh White will perform at the event, which organizers hope will be even larger than last year’s crowds.

In addition to the live music, there will be plowing and blacksmith demonstrations, pony rides, quilters, train rides, Kona Ice, antique cars and tractors, square danc-ers and other interesting demonstrations to pique almost anyone’s interest.

The Baldwin County Cattle Women and the Baldwin

County Farmers Federation Women’s Committee will also be on hand with booths to tell people about all that their organizations do.

There will also be plenty of food vendors available for what is being billed as a fun family affair.

if you goWhAt: Old Time Country FestivalWheRe: Bicentennial Park, 51233 State Highway 225, StocktonWheRe: Saturday, April 25; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Cost: Free admissionfINd out MoRe: 251-580-1897

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F oley continues i t s y e a r- l o n g centennial cel-

ebration on Sunday, April 19, with a birthday picnic for the city in Heritage Park. Foley Mayor John Koniar and the city coun-cil invite everyone to at-tend the event, which will include a concert by the Baldwin Pops. Festivities and entertainment will begin at 4 p.m.

Guests are invited to bring their lawn chairs and a picnic meal, or pur-chase hot dogs, burgers and drinks from a vendor in the park. Event plan-ners say this will be an official birthday party for the city, so look for special surprises at this free event.

“A special centennial gift basket will be awarded for the best decorated pic-nic spread, so folks are encouraged to get creative with their picnic display,” said Linda Hula, event planner with the city of Foley.

Foley Elementary School’s show choir “Fame” will kick off the celebration, performing on the stage on the western base of the new Centennial Plaza. Following the performance, historic homes and businesses will be recognized with certificates presented by Centennial Committee members.

At 6 p.m., the Baldwin Pops will perform a special concert from the pavilion, joined by top Baldwin Coun-ty band students, as a part of their scholarship series. Conductor Dr. Roger Jones has composed a Centennial Tribute March in honor of Foley’s 100th birthday that will be premiered at the event. The Pops also will be performing several other marches written in 1915, along with other popular selections, during this spring concert in the park.

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if you goWhAt: Foley Centennial Picnic and Baldwin Pops PerformanceWheRe: Sunday, April 19; 4 p.m.; concert starts at 6 p.m.WheRe: Heritage Park, FoleyCost: Free admissionfINd out MoRe: visitFoley.org; 251-943-1300

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Conductor dr. Roger Jones has composed a Centennial tribute March in honor of foley’s 100th birthday that will be premiered at the event, April 19.

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By Jill Clair [email protected]

A fter a busy week full of quick meals followed by a trip home to Georgia to see my family, where

we enjoyed steaks, barbecue, Mexican food and a lot of my mom’s amazing cook-ies, we were due for some healthy eating and a night at home, so we decided to make a grain bowl packed with vegetables and topped with tofu. I know what you’re thinking: only hippies eat tofu. That is gross. I am not going to read the rest of this article. Moving on.

OK. I can’t make you believe I’m not a hippie (I kind of am, if I’m being honest), and I can’t force you to try tofu or continue reading. However, I can tell you that tofu can always be substituted with boneless, skinless chicken breasts, which might convince you that you can make this meal or a variant of it without being too weird.

Anyway. I love meals like this one because it doesn’t take all day, but there’s some chopping and mixing and my fa-vorite — stir-frying. Stir-frying is one of my favorite ways to cook. I love cranking up the heat, throwing my veggies into the pan and hearing them sizzle, stirring them constantly and basically feeling like one of those guys at the Hibachi restaurants — except I can’t do all the cool tricks and juggle bottles of olive oil or make a volcano out of an onion. But I can stir-fry some vegetables into deliciousness, and so can you.

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Ingredientsn 1 cup rice, any type, cooked (2 to 3 cups cooked rice, depending on

the type)for the tofu (or chicken):n 3/4 pound tofun 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy saucen 2 teaspoons minced gingern 1 garlic clove, mincedn 2 teaspoons honey or sugar n 2 tablespoons canola oiln 2 teaspoons sesame oilfor the sweet and sour cabbage:n 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy saucen 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegarn 2 teaspoons sugarn 3 tablespoons water or vegetable brothn 1 teaspoon cornstarchn 1 tablespoon canola oil or peanut oiln 2 teaspoons minced fresh gingern 2 garlic cloves, mincedn 1 large red pepper, sliced thinn 1 medium red cabbage (about 1 1/2 pounds), cored and coarsely

chopped or shredded (about 5 cups shredded or chopped)n Other vegetables (I added broccoli) n Salt to taste

PreparationBegin cooking the rice as directed. Make the baked tofu (or chicken): Preheat the oven to 375 F. Line

a sheet pan with parchment. Pat the tofu dry with paper towels and cut into dominoes, about 1/3 inch thick. In a large, wide bowl whisk together all of the marinade ingredients for the tofu. Pat each square of tofu with paper towels, then dip into the marinade, making sure to coat both sides. Transfer to the baking sheet. Bake for 7 to 10 minutes, until the edges are just beginning to color and the marinade sets on the surface of the tofu (If using chicken, bake until done). Remove from the heat and keep warm while you stir-fry the vegetables.

for the stir fry: In a small bowl or measuring cup combine the soy sauce, wine vinegar, agave nectar or sugar, water or broth, and cornstarch. Mix together well. Have all the ingredients prepped and within arm’s length of your pan.

Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in the oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and swirling the pan, then add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds. Add the red pepper and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the cabbage and sprinkle with salt. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until the vegetables begin to wilt. Stir the sweet and sour mixture and swirl it into the wok. Stir-fry 15 to 20 seconds, then cover and cook 30 seconds. Uncover and stir-fry 1 minute, or until the vegetables are crisp-tender.

Divide the rice among 4 bowls (or plates). Top with the cabbage and pepper stir fry, arrange the tofu pieces on top, and serve.

Adapted from NYTimes.com.

W ith the death of su-perb British fanta-sy writer Sir Terry

Pratchett a few weeks ago, I felt compelled to reread some of his works as a sort of tribute to a man who has brought me years of enjoy-ment with his “Discworld” series — especially the book that introduced me to Pratchett, “Wyrd Sisters.”

“Wyrd Sisters” is as much a satire as it is a character and world-build-ing novel, taking some very solid shots at William Shakespeare, “Macbeth,” “Hamlet,” the popular con-ceptions of witches and even a bit of a riff on fairy tales.

A jealous relative has killed the King of Lancre, who is now stuck (liter-ally) haunting his castle. But his infant son has been

delivered into the care of three witches, includ-ing the formidable Granny Weatherwax, who refuse to meddle in politics.

As a Shakespeare enthu-siast, I found the parodies of both plays spot on and very fun – elements of it hold up very favorably next to “Shakespeare in Love.” As a fan of fantasy nov-els, I was delighted to see how Pratchett handled the problem of needing to get a usurper off the throne with an heir to the throne who’s not even potty trained.

Also, his constant foot-note annotations are a con-stant comic relief through-out the text.

He may no longer be with us, but Pratchett’s numer-ous novels will give you plenty to read for at least a few months.

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By Lindsay schumacher Independent marketing and public relations consultant, freelance writer and outdoors [email protected]

the sun is shining, the temperatures are rising and the flowers are in bloom which means that spring has definitely sprung in

south Alabama! However, to the avid outdoorsman, this beautiful season also brings with it unwanted nuisances such as snakes, mosquitoes, ticks and red bugs. Don’t let those spring-time pests ruin a good day’s hunt or outdoor adventure by following these simple tips.

Mosquitoes and flying insectsBest mosquito prevention: Use a Thermacell. This

device costs around $30 and is personally the best mos-quito repellent I’ve ever used (and mosquitoes love me). The manufacturer also claims it prevents “no-seeums.”

other flying insect prevention: Avon Skin So Soft or any bug spray containing DEET tends to work well for mosquitoes, “bull gnats,” “no-seeums,” etc.

snakesBest prevention: Wear snake boots, gaiters or chaps.Tip: Be aware of your surroundings! Most venomous

Southern snakes are camouflaged, so always be aware of where you are stepping, reaching and sitting.

What to do if bitten: Try to remember shape and color of snake. Immediately seek medical assistance. Try to keep wound below level of heart.

What Not to do if bitten: Don’t apply a tourniquet, suck out venom, cut wound open or apply ice.

ticks and red bugs (aka chiggers)Best prevention: Cover as much skin as possible. Wear

long pants and long-sleeve shirts. Tuck shirt in waist-band. Wear tall socks and tuck pants in boots. Apply bug repellent to waist and feet directly. Apply bug repellent containing DEET or Permethrin to clothes (not skin).

tips: Avoid sitting directly on ground when hunting. Sit on cushion or small chair. Shower immediately when finished. Be sure to look over entire body for ticks.

how to remove a tick: Grasp tick with tweezers as close to skin as possible and pull upward. Clean area with alcohol — or soap and water — afterward. Seek medical assistance immediately if rash, fever, headache, muscle pain and/or any gastrointestinal symptoms de-velop.

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The City of Fairhope will host a Summer Outdoor Farmer’s Market from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday evenings starting May 14 and ending July 9. The market will be set up behind

the Fairhope Public Library in downtown Fairhope on Bancroft Street. The market will feature local farmers, bakers, fresh Baldwin County produce, fresh cut fl owers, local honey, plants, baked goods and more. The Fairhope Public Library will hold story times and children’s activities at 4 p.m. each Thursday at the market.

For general information about the Summer Outdoor Farmers Market,please call 251-929-1466.

Mosquitoes, snakes and bugs — oh my!


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By Jill Clair [email protected]

I don’t get down to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach much these days, as I spend most of my time

in Mobile working. However, I re-cently got to go down on my day off to have lunch with a couple of my good friends who live down there, and we met at The Diner, the new restaurant that is taking on the seemingly doomed build-ing on 2nd Street that has been a Mexican restaurant, Rhythm & Ribs and most recently, Big Daddy’s Grill Gulf Shores.

First, the service was great, even though the restaurant was busy. I arrived first and was seated immediately, and as each new person sat down at our table, our sweet waitress popped by immediately to take drink orders. She checked on us throughout our meal and even helped me out when I mistakenly ordered the “Steve’s Famous Burger” without reading that it was a 2½-pound burger that I never could have consumed (I went for the All-American instead, which is more manageable at half a pound).

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I was sold on ordering a burger when I heard about the toasted, buttered hawaiian roll bun. everything tastes good on hawaiian rolls. But even if this burger had been on a regular bun, it still would have been a great burger. Also, the fries were perfect.

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will help it last in Gulf Shores, however, was the variety on the menu. The selection wasn’t so big that I couldn’t fig-ure out what to order, but there’s definitely something for everyone — tuna melt, grilled chicken sandwich, gyro, fried pork chops, burgers, seafood, salads, soups and even pasta. And although the restaurant does have many options, each item we ordered was prepared and presented well.

This restaurant is definitely not groundbreaking or life changing, but it’s a great lunch spot with lots of options and great prices, and I think that’s exactly what that spot on 2nd Street needs.

My friend Ally ordered half chicken salad melt, which is the diner’s simple homemade chicken salad served with swiss cheese on texas toast, along with a cup of the soup of the day, tomato bisque.


the 7th annual Delta Woods and Waters Expo, cel-ebrating the rich ecosystem and beauty of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta, returns to the 5 Rivers Delta Resource

Center April 23 through 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.The event, sponsored by the city of Spanish Fort, fea-

tures informative presentations, exhibits and interactive displays from outdoorsmen, professionals, educators and outdoors enthusiasts.

Presenters this year are Dr. John C. Hall and Rosa New-man Hall. Dr. Hall is the director of the Black Belt Museum at the University of West Alabama, an author and an ex-pert of Mobile Tensaw Delta explorer William Bartram. Rosa Newman Hall will portray “Moccasin Woman,” a representation of Creek Indian women in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. She will also share knowledge about food, cooking, women’s social role, camp life, deerskin trade and other Creek issues.

Other exhibits and presenters include turkey calling, hunting safety and youth shooting, small boat handling, fly fishing, kayaking demonstrations, rod and reel cast-ing, live raptor programs, delta mammals, wildlife and birds and more.

The first two days of the expo are reserved for student field trips, but April 25 is Family Day, with free admission to anyone interested in attending.

There will also be $5 delta boat tours for 30-minute excursions and opportunities to rent canoes and kayaks.

The mission of the Delta Woods and Waters Expo is to promote responsible outdoor recreational experiences.

There is onsite parking and a free shuttle bus service available.

While you're at the expo, follow the tempting smells of smoking barbecue and head over to the food tent for some juicy and delicious pulled pork. The $5 meal in-

cludes a pulled pork sandwich, chips and cookies; drinks are available for $1.

There’s also a boat show at the expo. Enter your classic boat in the Delta Woods and Waters Expo Wooden Boat Show at 5 Rivers' Bartram Landing. The boat show is a non-judged event with no entry fees. All classic wooden boats are welcome, from work boats to project boats and, of course, those that have been complete-ly refurbished and restored.

WHERE TO GO

delta Woods and Waters expo returns to 5 Rivers

if you goWhAt: Delta Woods and Water ExpoWheRe: Thursday, April 23 – Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.WheRe: 5 Rivers Delta Resource CenterCost: Free admission; concessions available for purchase; $5 delta boat tours as well as canoe and kayak rentalsfINd out MoRe: DeltaWoodsAndWatersExpo.com


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Cruise over to the WharfBy John [email protected]

Cue the jangly guitar riff and the scenes from 1313 Mocking-

bird Lane.Eddie Munster is coming

to town April 24 through April 26. And he’s bring-ing his TV family’s hotrods with him.

Butch Patrick, aka Ed-die Munster, will be at this year’s show all weekend along with the Munster Koach and Dragula. Fans can meet Butch, get an au-tograph and take a picture with the Munster Koach and Dragula.

Bama Coast Cruise is free to the public and includes free parking. The cars will line Main Street for easy viewing.

Show organizers say the goal with Bama Coast Cruise was to create an inclusive show that wel-comes anyone who loves cars and enjoys cruisin’ the open road. There are no restrictions to the vehicles that can be entered into the show. Their motto is, “bring your dream ride and cruise with us.”

One of the highlights of the show is the 14-mile cruise Saturday from The Wharf, down the scenic beach highway and back. This enables beach-goers to enjoy the parade, and par-ticipants are able to enjoy the sugar white beaches of Alabama’s Gulf Coast.

if you goWhAt: Bama Coast CruiseWheRe: Friday, April 24 – Sunday, April 26WheRe: The Wharf, Orange BeachCost: Free admissionfINd out MoRe: BamaCoastCruise.com

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LIVE LOCAL MUSICKARAoKedaphnetop of the Bay Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 9 p.m.fairhopeAmerican Legion Post 199 Tuesday and Thursday at 8 p.m.Gambino’s Italian Grill Fridays and Saturdays at 9 p.m.foleyAmerican Legion Post 99 Friday at 7 p.m.Good time Charley’s Tuesdays at 10 p.m.the office Lounge Wednesdays at 9 p.m.ft. Morgantacky Jacks Thursdays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.Gulf shoresBehind the Pines Bar & Grill Wednesdays at 8 p.m. Mudbugs Thursday – Saturday at 8 p.m.Pink Pony Pub every night at 9 p.m.tacky Jacks Tuesdays at 6 p.m.LillianLillian’s Cafe and Coffee house Tuesdays at 7 p.m.orange Beach

Island time daiquiri Bar Wednesdays at 8 p.m.Live Bait every night at 8 p.m.snapper’s Lounge Saturdays at 8 p.m.toby Keith’s I Love this Bar Thursdays at 8:30 p.m. the undertow Wednesday – Saturday at 9 p.m.Perdido Keyhappy harbor on the Line Wednesdays at 6 p.m.RobertsdaleBuddy’s Lounge Friday and Saturday nights

oPeN MICfairhopeAmerican Legion 199 open guitar jams Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.the Gumbo shack Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.old 27 Grill Bay Area Song-writer’s Association first and third Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.Plow every other TuesdayfoleyAmerican Legion Post 99 Sunday at 6 p.m.the office Lounge Tuesdays

at 6 p.m.Gulf shorestacky Jacks Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.orange Beachhappy harbor the Mothership Wednesdays at 6 p.m.Island time daiquiri Bar Tues-days with Brittany Bell at 9 p.m.Live Bait Sundays at 8 p.m.Pleasure Island tiki Bar Tuesdays from 6 – 9 p.m.Perdido Keyflora-Bama Mondays at 6 p.m.

tRIVIAdaphneMoe’s Bar B Que Wednesdays at 7 p.m.top of the Bay Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 9 p.m.fairhopeRavenite Pizzeria Trivia Tues-days, Sports Trivia Wednesdays foleyGood time Charley’s everyday at 10 p.m.the office Lounge Wednesdays at 8 p.m.orange Beach

toby Keith’s I Love this Bar Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

BINGofoleyAmerican Legion Post 99 Wednesday at 10 a.m. Gulf shorestacky Jacks Tuesdays at 6 p.m.orange BeachBear Point Civic Association Thursdays at 7 p.m. tacky Jacks Wednesdays at 6 p.m.toby Keith’s I Love this Bar Mondays at 7 p.m.Perdido Keyflora-Bama Monday through Friday 1-4 p.m.

fRIdAY, APRIL 17daphneMoe’s original Bar B Que Rock Bottom fairhopeAmerican Legion Post 199 Johnny Barbatoold 27 Grill Corey ReznerWindmill Market Dennis Nelson / Sugarcane JaneGulf shoresBaumhower’s Jerry PowellBill’s by the Beach Barstool SurfersBimini Bob’s Ronnie Presley LuLu’s Alvarado Road ShowPapa Rocco’s Logan and Jentacky Jacks Whyte CappsJosephinePirates Cove Grayson Cappsorange BeachGilbey’s Scott Bryantacky Jacks Kyle & Karltoby Keith’s I Love this Bar Strickly Isbellspanish fortfelix’s fish Camp Blind Dog Mike

sAtuRdAY, APRIL 18daphneBoudreaux’s Cajun Grill Kyle & Karltop of the Bay Strongfoldfairhope

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delta Reign will be at Bluegill Restaurant in spanish fort on April 23.


American Legion Post 199 Bruce Jonesold 27 Grill Christina ChristianWindmill Market Josh WardfoleyAmerican Legion Post 99 Kat!Gulf shoresBill’s by the Beach DJ Mental ExtractLuLu’s Adam Holt / Kyle & KarlPapa Rocco’s Johnny B.tacky Jacks Adam Doleacorange BeachBaumhower’s Roger PlemonsBimini Bob’s Sid Moore Gilbey’s Mac Waltertoby Keith’s I Love this Bar Ty Bates spanish fortBluegill Restaurant Al and Kathyfelix’s fish Camp Soulshine

suNdAY, APRIL 19fairhopeold 27 Grill Jimmy Lee HannafordGulf shoresBill’s by the Beach DJ Mental Extractthe hangout Kyle & KarlLuLu’s Ronnie PresleyPapa Rocco’s Johnny B.orange BeachCobalt Coffee, BlackCompleat Angler Christina Christiantacky Jacks John and Melissa Joinersilverhill

frog Pond at Blue Moon farm Willie Sugarcapps n’ Friendsspanish fortBluegill Restaurant Shea White & the Elementsfelix’s fish Camp Brandon BaileyPerdido Keyflora-Bama Perdido Brothers

MoNdAY, APRIL 20Gulf shoresPapa Rocco’s Mark and Smokeyspanish fortfelix’s fish Camp Brandon Bailey tuesdAY, APRIL 21Gulf shoresLuLu’s Ronnie PresleyPapa Rocco’s Mark and SmokeyPerdido Keyflora-Bama Kyle Wilson Band / Perdido Brothersspanish fortBluegill Restaurant Mobile Big Band Societyfelix’s fish Camp Grant Dunaway

WedNesdAY, APRIL 22fairhopeLa Cocina Kyle & KarlGulf shoresLuLu’s Webb DaltonPapa Rocco’s Mark and Smokeyorange Beach

Bimini Bobs Al and KathyPerdido Keyflora-Bama Kyle Wilson Bandspanish fortfelix’s fish Camp Tim Kinsey

thuRsdAY, APRIL 23Gulf shoresBill’s by the Beach Ben Tubervillethe hangout Adam HoltLuLu’s Lee YankiePapa Rocco’s Logan and Jenorange BeachBaumhower’s Destiny Brownfranco’s Casual Italian Restaurant Rick Whaley and Tommy Mazzullosunset fest at the Wharf Brian Hill tacky Jacks Damien Lamb

spanish fortBluegill Restaurant Delta Reignfelix’s fish Camp Grits N Pieces

fRIdAY, APRIL 24daphneMoe’s original Bar B Que Cat and the Truth fairhopeAmerican Legion Post 199 Stephen Lee vealold 27 Grill Roger Wood DuoWindmill Market Swivlettes with Melody Duncan / The Leavin’ BrothersGulf shoresBill’s by the Beach Charlie Wilson and Mel KnappLuLu’s Adam Holt

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open mic with Brittany Bell is every tuesday at 9 p.m. at Island times daiquiri Bar in orange Beach.


Meyer Park The Mulligan BrothersPapa Rocco’s Logan and Jentacky Jacks Tommy Morseorange BeachBaumhower’s Alexa BurroughsBimini Bob’s Destiny BrownGilbey’s Ronnie Presley happy harbor the Mothership Perdido Brotherstoby Keith’s I Love this Bar Jason Justice and The Hung JuryPerdido Keyflora-Bama Mullet toss Jack Robertson Band / Smokin’ Elvis / Jezebel’s Chill’n / Brian Hill / Southern Drawl / Adam Doleac Band / Hotel Oscar / Whyte Capps / Beachbillys / Perdido Brothers / J. Hawkins / Hung Juryspanish fortBluegill Restaurant Cary Laine Duofelix’s fish Camp Soulshine

sAtuRdAY, APRIL 25daphnetop of the Bay The BlacklistfairhopeAmerican Legion Post 199 Joshua Wardold 27 Grill The BudzWindmill Market Mitch JohnstonGulf shoresLuLu’s Sugarcane JanePapa Rocco’s Johnny B.tacky Jacks Charlie WilsonJosephinePirates Cove Perdido Brothersorange BeachBaumhower’s Brian RogersGilbey’s Mac Walter the hot spot Adam Holt Bandtoby Keith’s I Love this Bar Rhythm Interventionspanish fortBluegill Restaurant Tim Kinsey Duofelix’s fish Camp Sloppy Goode and Yum Yum

suNdAY, APRIL 26fairhopeold 27 Grill Lisa ZanghiGulf shoresLuLu’s Grits N PiecesPapa Rocco’s Johnny B.orange BeachCobalt Coffee, BlackBimini Bob’s Alexa BurroughsPerdido Keyflora-Bama Perdido Brothersspanish fortBluegill Restaurant Superfunk Fantasyfelix’s fish Camp Brandon Bailey

MoNdAY, APRIL 27Gulf shoresPapa Rocco’s Mark and Smokeyspanish fortfelix’s fish Camp Bobby Butchka tuesdAY, APRIL 28Gulf shoresLuLu’s Jon CowartPapa Rocco’s Mark and SmokeyPerdido Keyflora-Bama Perdido Brothers spanish fortBluegill Restaurant Harrison McInnisfelix’s fish Camp David Chastang

WedNesdAY, APRIL 29Gulf shoresLuLu’s Jimmy LumpkinPapa Rocco’s Mark and Smokeyorange BeachCompleat Angler Destiny Brownspanish fortfelix’s fish Camp Lee Yankie

thuRsdAY, APRIL 30Gulf shoresthe hangout Adam HoltLuLu’s CoConut RadioPapa Rocco’s Logan and Jenorange Beach

Baumhowers Destiny BrownBimini Bob’s vibe Tribefranco’s Casual Italian Restaurant Rick Whaley and Tommy Mazzullo tacky Jacks Cornbredspanish fortBluegill Restaurant Matt and Sherry Neese felix’s fish Camp Brandon & Pearce

sAtuRdAY, MAY 1fairhopeWindmill Market Lisa MillsGulf shoresLuLu’s Jimmy Lumpkinorange Beachthe hot spot Adam Holt Bandtacky Jack’s Marty McIntosh Duo

suNdAY, MAY 2fairhopeold 27 Grill Tyler ChampionJosephinePirates Cove Adam Holt Band / Perdido Brothers

oNGoINGfairhopeBucky’s Birdcage Lounge at the Grand hotel Adam Holt Piano Show every Wednesday

night at 8 p.m.Gambino’s Italian Grill Dueling Pianos every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.Gulf shoresLuLu’s Greg Brown every Sunday at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.LuLu’s Brent Burns every Monday at 4 p.m.Nolan’s Lisa Zanghi every Monday night Nolan’s Midnight Confessions Tuesday – Saturday LillianLillian’s Cafe Woody Street every Wednesday, Gary Story every Friday, Rhonda Hart and friends every Saturday and Ricky Rayburn every SundayRobertsdaleMagnolia Blossom Cafe live music every Friday nightsilverhillthe Porch live music every Saturday from 8 p.m. – midnight and Sunday from 4 – 7 p.m.Wales West Live Bluegrass /Gospel every Tuesdayspanish fortBluegill Restaurant Dale Drinkard Jr. every Friday and Sunday at 11 a.m.Bluegill Restaurant Ross +1 every Wednesday night

LIVE LOCAL MUSIC

Kyle & Karl have several shows coming up, such as the hangout on the 19th and La Cocina on the 22nd.


Jon RobitailleBeer/Wine Specialist at Cain’s Piggly [email protected]

S o you’ve decided to heed ol’ Ben’s advice, ditch the water and start drinking wine to show ev-

eryone just how wise you are. Now you’re standing alone in the wine aisle of your grocery store with thousands of labels staring at you and you have no clue what you are looking at. They may as well be written in a foreign language; in fact, some are!

First of all, congratulations on becoming the world’s newest oenophile. Wine labels, when you know what to look for, can actually tell you a lot about the wine inside the bottle. From the label, you’ll know the producer, the brand, the varietal, or grape, the alcohol content, the growing region, the year and the bottler.

When learning how to read wine labels, the grape va-riety is usually the first thing people look for. Most new world wines (California, Australia, New Zealand, Chile, etc.) will include the grape (chardonnay, merlot, etc.) on the label which makes life easier. However, European countries like France, Italy and Spain (old world) will use regional names like Burgundy, Chianti or Champagne on their labels. Each region, by law, allows only specific grapes to be planted there, so the wines are named for the vineyard or village they came from rather than for

the grapes.Also, most agree the place the grapes were grown that

is most important to the quality and characteristics of the wine. The French term “terroir” refers not only to the type of soil in which grapevines grow, but other factors that can influence the character of the grapes, including climate, wind and altitude. On new world wines, you’ll spot regions like Napa Valley or Sonoma listed on wine labels to help give the wine its place.

Next issue, we’ll discuss the name of the wine producer, the vintage and alcohol content, what these mean and where you can find them.

Oh, and by the way, oenophile means wine enthusiast.

TASTINGS

Don’t label me because I drink wine part one

Jon Robitaille

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