DISTRICT TWO FALL CALENDAR PENELOPE HOUSE: OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH Penelope House is "Painting the Town Purple" in October to commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Many activities are planned to bring awareness to the crime of domestic violence, to let victims know that help is available through Penelope House, and to acknowledge our gratitude to law enforcement for providing safety to those in need. The mission of Penelope House is to provide safety, protection, and support to victims of domestic violence and their children through the provision of shelter, advocacy, and individual and community education. To view a calender of events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month Click Here or call 342-2809. BROWN BAG IN BIENVILLE When: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays through October 26 Where: Bienville Square, Downtown Mobile Bring your blanket and bagged lunch and enjoy free entertainment featuring local and regional artists playing a mix of blues, pop and jazz. When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays through November 19 Where: Bienville Square, Downtown Mobile
Locally grown produce, seafood, beef, honeys, breads, pastas, cheese, plants, handcrafted goods for kitchen and home, live music, and other activities.
LODA ARTWALK When: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 2nd Friday of every month Where: Cathedral Square Arts District, Downtown Mobile
With the LoDa ArtWalk in its 5th year, the event seems to be getting better each month. Join downtown art galleries, institutions, studios and unique shops as they open their doors and welcome you inside to see beautiful artwork, sample delicious foods and hear the sounds of the LoDa Artwalk.
For more information on the events above Click Here to view the City of Mobile Neighborhood and Community Services website or call 208-7443.
CHUNCHULA HOME DEMONSTRATION CLUB YARD SALE
When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, October 14 Where: Historic Chunchula Schoolhouse, 11076 Rudolph Gallasch Road, Chunchula This event, sponsored by the Chunchula Home Demonstration Club features a yard sale, baked goods sale, hot dogs, and BBQ sandwiches as well as tours of the historic schoolhouse. All proceeds benefit the schoolhouse. For more information call 442-3494. 4TH ANNUAL DOWN SYNDROME SOCIETY OF MOBILE COUNTY BUDDY WALK When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, October 15 Where: Hank Aaron Stadium, 755 Bolling Brothers Boulevard, Mobile The Down Syndrome Society of Mobile County will celebrate its annual Buddy Walk� to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month and to promote the acceptance and inclusion of individuals with Down Syndrome in our community. The Buddy Walk is a one-mile walk and heart-warming event that celebrates the many abilities and accomplishments of people with Down syndrome. To register on-line Click Here or for more information contact Dora Harding at 342-3122 or Click Here. KANGAROO KRAZE AT THE EXPLOREUM
When: October 15 through January 2, 2012 Where: Gulf Coast Exploreum, Downtown Mobile
Kangaroo Kraze features live kangaroos, wallaroos, wallabies, baby joeys and more, and teaches audiences about the Australian Outback. Trainers Carolyn Lantz and Heather Shosho will be on site to inform the general public and school groups about the behaviors of the animals and life in Australia. The trainers will also showcase different "animal ambassadors" throughout the day so Exploreum visitors can pet and truly see how unique the animals are. Guests will also have an opportunity to take pictures with some of the animals. Cost: Admission prices for Kangaroo Kraze and permanent exhibits are $14 adults, $12.50 youth and seniors and $12 children. For exhibit hours and more information call 208-6873 or Click Here. CITY OF SEMMES COUNCIL MEETING When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 20 Where: Semmes First Baptist Church , Fellowship Hall, 4070 Wulff Road, Semmes The Council meetings will no longer be held at Semmes First Baptist after the month of October. Future locations TBA. Also, the Council and Mayor have established a planning commission and are currently working on their subdivision regulations. The Planning Commission Committee meets at 7 p.m. on the 4th Tuesday of every month at Semmes First Baptist Church.
For more information on the City of Semmes Click Here or call their offices at 689-8811. 57th ANNUAL GREATER GULF STATE FAIR When: Weekdays 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and weekends noon to 10 p.m. October 21 through October 30
Where: Gulf State Fairgrounds, 1035 North Cody Road, Mobile The 10-day agriculture fair features local and professional food concessionaires as well as commercial and community exhibitors. The grandstand shines the spotlight on local music artists for everyone's listening pleasure. The carnival rides and games will leave everyone young and old feeling like a kid again! For more information Click Here to visit an informational website. 2011 CYSTIC FIBROSIS CLIMB FOR LIFE
When: 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, October 23 Where: RSA Tower, Downtown Mobile
Join the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation as they climb 34 stories to the top of the tallest building in Alabama- the RSA Battle House Tower- as they raise awareness for cystic fibrosis.
For more information or to register please Click Here or call the local chapter office at 436-0015. TENNIS FOR TATAS
When: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, October 23 Where: Mobile Tennis Center, 851 Gaillard Drive, Mobile
Tennis for Tatas will be hosting its second annual charity tennis tournament to benefit breast cancer research at the University of South Alabama Mitchell Cancer Institute.
7TH ANNUAL WOOFSTOCK When: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, October 23 Where: Bienville Square, Downtown Mobile
People and their pets are invited to participate in this fun event that features a pet costume contest, wiener dog races, pet adoptions, live bands, food, drink and good times for all walks of life and benefits the Animal Rescue Foundation, a non-profit animal rescue organization that adopts and houses abandoned or abused dogs and cats. Cost: Tickets $10 adults and $5 Children 12 and under. For more information or to support this years event through volunteering or a sponsorship Click Here or call 680-9577. TASTE OF MOBILE When: 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, October 27 Where: Arthur Outlaw Convention Center, Downtown Mobile
An exhibition of fine cuisine unique to Mobile and the Gulf Coast sponsored by the Alabama Restaurant Association and other area businesses, showcases area restaurants and caterers and brings Mobilians together for a sampling of hospitality, spirits and culinary delights. This year, with over 40 booths participating, attendees will have the opportunity to sample some of the finest cuisine the area has to offer and participate in a silent auction, door prize drawings, entertainment and more. All proceeds will benefit Goodwill Easter Seals.
Cost: Tickets $25, VIP tickets $35, available at Mobile Fixture-Wintzell's Oyster House-Goodwill Easter Seals and Mobile Bay Harley-Davidson, Inc.
For more information Click Here to view their facebook page or call 471-1581.
7TH ANNUAL CARDBOARD CITY TO BENEFIT PROGRAMS FOR THE HOMELESS When: 4 p.m. Saturday, October 29 to 8 a.m. Sunday, October 30
Where: Alabama School of Math and Science's Lot on Dauphin and Ann Street, Mobile Come spend the night in Cardboard City to raise funds that benefit local homeless shelters and support services. A simple meal and entertainment is provided. Visitors are welcome until 10 p.m. Cost: All overnight participants must raise $100 per cardboard box in sponsorships, up to two people or a family with small children per box. For more information on this event and the services provided by the Dumas Wesley Community Center Click Here or call 441-1991. GREEK FEST When: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. November 3 through November 5 Where: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Mobile
A celebration of the Greek culture featuring authentic Greek fare, dancing, a Greek market and more. Cost: $2 per person. Admission benefits the Alabama School of Math and Science, Bay Area Food Bank, Penelope's House and Woody's Song. For more information call 251-438-9888 or Click Here. For additional information on City of Mobile calendar events, please Click Here. |
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