DISTRICT TWO
SPRING CALENDAR
FRIENDS OF THE MOBILE DOG PARK HOSTS HOGS AND DOGS EVENT When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 23 Where: Harley Davidson, 3260 Pleasant Valley Road to Medal of Honor Park, 1711 Hillcrest Road Beginning with a motorcycle ride from Harley Davidson on Cottage Hill Road to Medal of Honor Park, this event will offer chances to win raffle items, BBQ plates for sale from The Shed BBQ, and a walk around the future site of the park. Proceeds will benefit the proposed Julien Marx Dog Park in Medal of Honor Park. For more information Click Here or visit Friends of the Mobile Dog Park on Facebook. BROWN BAG IN BIENVILLE When: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays, through May 8 Where: Bienville Square, Downtown Mobile
The Brown Bag Concert Series is sponsored by The City of Mobile, Catt's Sunday Jazz Brunch, Radio Avalon, and WZEW radio. This free lunch time event features local and regional artists playing a mix of Blues, Pop and Jazz. This spring's line-up includes: April 6 - Shad and the Gang; April 13 - Faulkner State; April 20 - Delta Reign; April 27 - Excelsior Band; May 4 - Jim Armstrong; May 11 - Lisa Mills May; 18 - Joe Occhipinti; May 25 - Roman Street.
For more information Click Here or call the City of Mobile's Neighborhood and Community Services at 208-1550.
BEST ROBOTICS COMMUNITY NIGHT When: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 28 Where: Davidson High School, 3900 Pleasant Valley Road, Mobile To celebrate 10 years since the very first BEST robot was built on the Gulf Coast, Jubilee BEST Robotics will host a BEST Community Night to showcase how the program has evolved into a sustainable education and workforce development program. Sponsors that have supported the program through the years will be recognized by BEST.
For more information on Jubilee BEST Robotics and the event Click Here or call Director Robin Fenton at 379-1034.
AVNET LPGA CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT When: Thursday, April 28 to Sunday, May 1 Where: Robert Trent Jones Magnolia Grove Golf Course, 7001 Magnolia Grove Parkway, Mobile Ladies Professional Golf Association Players will tee off to win up to 1,300,000.00 dollars. Click the below links for more information on how to participate in the tournament. Avnet LPGA Classic Website Tournament Schedule Ticket Information Volunteer Application 14TH ANNUAL STATE OF THE CITY AND COUNTY ADDRESS When: noon to1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 4 Where: Arthur R. Outlaw Convention Center, 2195 Water Street, Mobile
The event will feature an update on city and county happenings from Mobile County Commission President Merceria Ludgood and City of Mobile Mayor Sam Jones. Reservations are required by contacting Carolyn Wilson at 251-431-8606 or by e-mail at [email protected].
Cost: $20 Chamber Members $30 Potential Members $190 Table of Ten All prices include lunch.
For more information Click Here or call the Mobile Chamber of Commerce at 431-8606.
HONOR FLIGHT RETURNS TO MOBILE When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 4 Where: Mobile Regional Airport Honor Flight South Alabama (HFSA) is a non-profit program established to recognize and honor the tremendous service and sacrifices of our World War II (WWII) Veterans. HFSA will fly these American heroes to Washington, D.C., to visit and reflect at their memorial.
For more information please Click Here or contact the founder of HFSA, Dr. Barry Booth 626-3211.
TANNER WILLIAMS MAY DAY When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7 Where: Tanner Williams Historical Building, 13745 Tanner Williams Road, Wilmer
The Tanner Williams Community May Day Festival is sponsored by the Tanner Williams Civic and Historical Society. Items sold at the festival will benefit historical preservation in Tanner Williams. Entertainment will be provided and activities will include a parade, the crowning of Mr. and Mrs. Tanner Williams, and old-fashioned sweets, ice-cream and games.
For more information call the chairwoman, Connie Paulsen at 645-1196.
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES CENTER SPRING OPEN HOUSE When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7 Where: Environmental Studies Center, 6101 Girby Road, Mobile The Environmental Studies Center is a natural sciences education facility designed to provide unique learning experiences. Featuring over 500 acres of rich woodlands, the Center affords the general public an opportunity to experience firsthand the natural environment. The open house will include an environmental fair, hay rides, animal exhibits, and more! For more information on the Environmental Studies Center Click Here or call 221-5000.
MOBILE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 6 COMMUNITY MEETING When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 12 Where: West Regional Library, 5555 Grelot Road, Mobile Councilwoman Rich has invited guests from the City Traffic Engineering Department and Enhanced Neighborhood Police (ENP) officers from the 2nd and 4th precincts. Also representatives from the City's Fire Rescue Department will be in attendance. For more information contact the City Council office at 208-7441. THE PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK PRESENTS "BYE BYE BIRDIE" When: 7:30 p.m. Daily and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays, May 13-29 Where: Playhouse in the Park, 4851 Museum Drive, Mobile
Based on the award-winning stage and film musical about fictional 50's rock'n roll star Conrad Birdie's publicity visit to Sweet Apple, Ohio. Birdie bestows a farewell kiss on local teen Kim MacAfee before he goes into the Army, resulting in mayhem & hilarity throughout the small town.
Cost: Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and senior citizens.
For more information Click Here or call 602-0630.
HANDSON SOUTH ALABAMA HOSTS 8TH ANNUAL SHRIMP COOK-OFF When: 10 a.m. Saturday, May 14 Where: Bienville Square, Downtown Mobile
This fundraiser gives the community a way to enjoy delicious seafood, while supporting HandsOn South Alabama's (HOSA) programs, such as the Volunteer Guardian Program and VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance). Professional, amateur and non-profit divisions will be judged on categories ranging from team themes to the best all-around shrimp dish.
To learn more about their community programs, purchase a ticket or to register a team Click Here or call HOSA at 433-4456.
SEMMES HERITAGE DAY When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 14 Where: Semmes Heritage Park, 3871 Wulff Road, Semmes Semmes Heritage Day will benefit the 1902 Semmes school house, a landmark as the oldest continuous in-use school in Alabama. There will be music, singing, a square dancing demonstration, story telling, displays of antique tools, a car show, antique tractors, horse-drawn carriage rides and old-fashioned children's activities. The Azalea Trail Maids and the Oakleigh Belles will be in attendance.
Cost: Admission is free with donations accepted for the 1902 school house.
For more information, Click Here or call the chairwoman Jeanette Byrd at 649-1647. DEDICATION OF THE VILLAGE OF SPRING HILL POCKET PARK When: 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 16 Where: Old Shell Road adjacent to the Spring Hill branch of Regions Bank, Mobile
The Village of Spring Hill has raised funds to construct a pocket park to beautify and add green space to the Spring Hill Village area. The park dedication will be followed by a reception at Shamrock Rose and Thistle Tea Room and Gastro Pub, which is located in The Holiday Place at 4513 Old Shell Road.
For more information on this event or the Village of Spring Hill Click Here to visit their website or contact Bradley Sanders at 895-2494.
CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 7 COMMUNITY MEETING When: 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 23 Where: Museum of Art, Mobile
Councilwoman Gina Gregory has invited guests including District Attorney Ashley Rich and several representatives from the public safety sector. They will be discussing crime and public safety issues.
For more information contact Deanna Day in the City Council Office at 208-7441.
9TH ANNUAL PENELOPE HOUSE HAT AND PEARLS LUNCHEON When: 11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 2 Where: West Ballroom of the Mobile Convention Center
This luncheon will feature entertainment and a fashion show with local celebrities modeling the latest in fashions. Proceeds will benefit Penelope House which is a non-profit agency dedicated to providing safety, protection, and support to the victims of domestic violence and their children through the provision of shelter, advocacy, and individual and community education.
Cost: $60 Single Ticket $400 Table of Eight
For more information on the Penelope House Click Here or contact Tonie Ann Torrans at 342-2809.
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