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EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES IN MOBILE COUNTY

 

MOBILE BAY AIRBUS LPGA CLASSIC

 

When: Now through Sunday, May 25

Where: Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Magnolia Grove, Crossings Course, 7001 Magnolia Grove Parkway, Mobile 

 

Ladies Professional Golf Association players will tee off to win up to $1.3 million. Jennifer Johnson is the tournament's defending champion. She will be joined in the field by players such as Paula Creamer, Azahara Munoz, Michelle Wie, Karrie Webb, Se Ri Pak, Lexi Thompson, Anna Norqvist, Natalie Gulbis, Jessica Korda, Suzann Pettersen, Brittany Lincicome and others.

 

For more information on ticket purchase or to view a schedule of events, contact tournament staff at (205) 262-2832 or Click Here to view the events website.

 

 

FORKS OVER KNIVES FILM NIGHT AT THE EXPLOREUM

   

When: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, May 23

Where: Gulf Coast Exploreum, 65 Government Street, Downtown Mobile 

 

This event will be the first of many health-and fitness-oriented documentary nights with Cindy Lane Ross of Bodies By Cindy, promoting healthy living at the Gulf Coast Exploreum. The film, Forks Over Knives, examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting animal-based and processed foods.  

 

For more information or to reserve your seat Click Here or contact the Exploreum at 208-6873. 

 

 

MOBILE POPS "AN EVENING UNDER THE STARS"

When: 7 p.m. Saturday, May 24
Where: Mobile County Bicentennial Pavilion at Medal of Honor Park, 1711 Hillcrest Road, Mobile

Come join the Mobile Pops for an evening of live music under the direction of David Dueitt. This event is free and open to the public. Lawn chairs or blankets are suggested.

For more information on this event or the Mobile Pops Band Click Here or contact 679-6036.


SOUTH ALABAMA VETERANS COUNCIL MEMORIAL DAY EVENTS

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FLAG-RAISING CEREMONY

When: 6 a.m. Monday, May 26  

Where: Lower Alabama Vietnam 

Veterans Memorial at Battleship Park, Causeway

 

MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY  

When: 8:30 a.m. Monday, May 26   

Where: Mobile National Cemetery, Virginia Street, Mobile 

 

Wherever you are on Memorial Day, please attend a ceremony or pause during your busy day and remember the ones who gave their lives so that we could have the freedoms and liberties we enjoy today.

 

For more information on the SAVC Click Here to view their website.

 


CITY OF SEMMES HONOR PARK DEDICATION
 
When: 2 p.m. Monday, May 26
Where:  4100 Wulff Road, Semmes

Join the City of Semmes as they dedicate Honor Park and host guest speaker, Congressman Bradley Byrne, from Alabama's 1st Congressional District.

For more information contact City of Semmes City Hall at 649-8811.

 

LOWE'S HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS SUPPLIES DISTRIBUTION AT LOCAL SENIOR CENTERS

   

When: Noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 29

Where: Tillman's Corner Senior Center, 5863 Nevius Road, Mobile  

 

Connie Hudson Mobile Regional Senior Community Center (CHMRSCC), 3201 Hillcrest Road, Mobile  

                                              

The Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1. As part of National Hurricane Preparedness Week, local Lowe's Heroes will help Mobile County senior citizens and families get storm-ready by passing out free storm supplies on Thursday, May 29. Commissioner Hudson will join employee volunteers from Lowe's of West Mobile at the CHMRSCC location to distribute hundreds of hurricane preparation buckets filled with flashlights, batteries, tarps, work gloves and other emergency supplies critical to have on hand during hurricane season. Each storm kit also will have a list of 10 important steps to help safeguard your family and home in times of disaster.

 

For more information on the Lowe's Heroes program
Click Here. 

 



DISTRICT 7 COMMUNITY MEETING
When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 29
Where: Mobile Botanical Gardens, 5151 Museum Drive, Mobile

Join Councilwoman Gina Gregory at this important community meeting. Invited guests are Mayor Sandy Stimpson and representatives from the Mobile Police Department, Mobile Fire-Rescue, Municipal Court and the District Attorney's Office.

For more information contact the Mobile City Council office at 208-7441.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION OPEN AT THE GULFCOAST EXPLOREUM

   

When: Beginning June 2 through August 15 

Where: Gulf Coast Exploreum, 65 Government Street, Downtown Mobile

 

Are you ready for another HUGE summer full of awesome summer science camps? These camps feature explosions, rockets, dinosaurs, mad science, engineering and more. If you have a child with a passion for science, education or just plain fun, then we have everything they need for a exciting and educational summer at the Gulf Coast Exploreum.  

 

Click Here to download the camp guide which includes camp schedule and cost information. Click Here to download the registration form.  

 

For more information contact the Exploreum at 208-6892 or Click Here to visit their website.

 

 

SAVE THE DATE: TANNER WILLIAMS ROAD PROJECT COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT MEETING

   

When: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 3

Where: Faith Academy School, 8650 Tanner Williams Road, Mobile

 

Save the date for this important community involvement meeting sponsored by Mobile County and the engineering consultant for the project, Volkert, Inc. regarding Mobile County Road Project 2012-001 which will widen Tanner Williams Road from Snow Road to Zeigler Blvd.

 


VIA BOLT 5K RUN/FUN RUN AND 1-MILE WALK

   

When: 7:30 a.m. Saturday, June 7
Where: Via Center, 1717 Dauphin Street, Midtown Mobile  

 

This event benefits Senior Citizen Services/The Via Health, Fitness and Enrichment Center and features door prizes and a Hawaiian themed post-race party with food, games and adult beverages. Run or walk with friends, family, co-workers or civic and church groups! 

 

Cost: Fees start at $10 and are based on age and day of registration.

 

For more information on the event or to register Click Here. 

 

 

CONNIE HUDSON MOBILE REGIONAL SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER FOUNDATION FISH FRY

  

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 7

Where: CHMRSCC, 3201 Hillcrest Road, Mobile

 

This fish fry (eat in or take out) will benefit the senior community center foundation and assist in their efforts to construct a covered patio/BBQ area at the center. The Modern Woodmen of America Chapter 18192 will match the proceeds raised up to $2,500. 

 

Cost: Donation of $10 per plate.

 

 

MOBILE COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS ANNUAL FARM-TO-TABLE TASTING EVENT

   

When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, June 9

Where: 5 Rivers Delta Hall, 30945 Five Rivers Blvd., Spanish Fort 

 

Again this year, the Mobile County Master Gardeners will pair local growers and producers with area chefs and caterers to celebrate the culinary bounty of our region. Locally-sourced produce, meats and seafood will be prepared for diners by professional South Alabama chefs. This eating-local feast will include wine, dessert, and music. Last year's event sold out well in advance, so make your reservations early!

 

Cost: $65 per person, Reservations requested by May 30 

 

For more information or to make reservations contact 574-8445, email jda0002@aces.edu, or Click Here. 



SAVE THE DATE: CITY OF MOBILE DISTRICT 5 COMMUNITY MEETING

When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 10
Where: St. Pius, 217 South Sage Avenue, Mobile

Join Council member Joel Daves for this important community meeting.

 

For more information contact the City of Mobile Council office at 208-7441.

 

 

For more information on City of Mobile events Click Here.

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CONTACT COMMISSIONER HUDSON
   Commissioner Connie Hudson
   Mobile County Commission
   P.O. Box 1443
   Mobile, Alabama 36633
   Office: (251) 574-2000
   Office Fax: (251) 574-2001
   Mailing Address: 205 Government Street, 10th Floor
   Mobile, Alabama 36602