 6TH ANNUAL EASTER IN THE SQUARES
When: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 4
Where: Bienville and Cathedral Squares, Downtown Mobile
This free family friendly event begins at 10 a.m. in Bienville Square with kids' karaoke, Easter bonnet-making and more followed by an Easter Egg Hunt for kids (ages 8 and younger) at 11:15 a.m. The Easter Parade will travel down Dauphin Street to Cathedral Square at 11:45 a.m. where judges will award prizes for best Easter bonnet, best family theme, best pet and best decorated stroller or wagon.Cathedral Square activities include face painting, an Easter art project, and photos with the Easter Bunny.
For more information Click Here to contact the Downtown Mobile Alliance at 434-8498.
MUSEUM OF MOBILE GUIDED WALKING TOURS  When: 10 a.m. Saturdays, April 4, April 11, April 18 and Friday, April 24Where: Tours begin at the Cathedral Basilica, Downtown Mobile In partnership with the Alabama Tourism Department, twenty-two towns across the state are offering free guided walking tours each Saturday in April. The tour on April 4 is titled, "Earth, Wind, and Fire" and is guided by Howard McPhail, History Museum of Mobile, Curator of Minority History. Come explore the explanations for why Mobile has had six courthouses, and put together other clues to discover what natural disasters along the Gulf Coast had a little help from "human hands." For more information or call the Museum of Mobile at 208-7569.
SUNRISE SERVICE AT BELLINGRATH GARDENS AND HOME When: 6:30 a.m. Sunday, April 5Where: Bellingrath Gardens and Home, Bellingrath Road, Theodore
As the sun rises over Bellingrath Gardens and Home on Easter Sunday, come enjoy a special Sunrise Service on Live Oak Plaza. The service is open to everyone in the community. During the service, an offering will be collected to benefit Family Promise of Coastal Alabama's Interfaith Hospitality Network. Complimentary admission to the gardens and home will be given to guests during the service. Due to a limited seating, please bring your own chair. A continental breakfast will be available in Magnolia Cafe from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
For more information Click Here or call the BGH office at 973-2217.
 "ENGAGING THE NEXT GENERATION" VOLUNTEER FAIR AND FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, April 10
Where: Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile
Mobile United invites young professionals to Engaging the Next Generation, a volunteer fair featuring an exhibit of 40 non-profit organizations, a food truck festival, and the SouthSounds Art & Music Festival as a part of the monthly LoDa Artwalk. Engaging the Next Generation is
a collaborative program to showcase non-profit organizations in the Mobile area while connecting them with the innovators of the next generation. Mobile County Commissioner Merceria Ludgood is partnering with Mobile United's Government Committee to put on a volunteer fair for the young professionals in the area, between the ages of 21 to 39. This event will have representatives from local non-profit agencies to give more information about their organization's needs and volunteer opportunities. This event is free and open to the public.
For more information contact Chris Barraza with Mobile United at 432-1638 or Click Here to view the events Facebook page.
LODA ARTWALK
 When: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, April 10
Where: Lower Dauphin Art District, Downtown Mobile
Second Fridays in downtown is the place to be! 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.
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Photographer, Devin Ford-Conklan
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At this month's Artwalk patrons will have an opportunity to see a photo essay exhibit by photographer Devin Ford-Conklan. The Mobile Arts Council will be presenting the exhibit entitled 'In her shoes'. The exhibit focuses on 18 women in our community who impact our culture and economy.
For more information contact the City of Mobile Neighborhood and Community Services at 208-1550.
PARENT'S NIGHT OUT AT THE EXPLOREUM
 When: 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, April 10
Where: Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center, 65 Government Street, Downtown Mobile
The Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center offers an opportunity for parents of children ages 4 to 12 to spend a grown-up night out at LoDa Artwalk, enjoying all that downtown Mobile has to offer, while their kids enjoy the best in quality, informal education, entertainment and social development in a secure and structured environment. Children will be able to explore the Exploreum's hands-on, interactive exhibit galleries, experience a kid-friendly feature film, make new friends, and learn lots of new stuff from the Exploreum's team of informal educators! Dinner is included.
Cost: $9 to $27 per child depending on membership status.
For more information contact the Exploreum at 208-6873 or Click Here.
 AMERICAN RED CROSS 7TH ANNUAL GUMBO COOK-OFF
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 11
Where: Bienville Square, Downtown Mobile
The Alabama Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Red-Cross Annual Gumbo Cook-off features amateur as well as seasoned gumbo aficionados who compete against one another to win the favor of
celebrity judges, all in the name of fun to raise funds for the American Red Cross. The event is always entertaining with a children's area and live music. All funds raised from the cook-off go directly to the services of the Alabama Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Red Cross.
Cost: $10 in advance or $12 at gate
For more information on this event contact Linda Crowell at 544-6110 or linda.crowell@redcross.org.
MOBILE POPS CONCERTS
 When: 6 p.m. Saturday, April 11
Where: Under the water tower on Dauphin Island
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Mobile County Bicentennial Pavilion, Medal of Honor Park, Mobile
For more information on these free concert events Click Here to view the Mobile Pops website.
SAVE THE DATE: CITY OF MOBILE DISTRICT 4 COMMUNITY MEETING
When: 6 p.m. Monday, April 13
Where: Christ Anglican Church, 3275 Halls Mill Road, Mobile
Join Councilmember John Williams for this important community meeting. Invited guests include Mayor Sandy Stimpson, Public Services Director Bill Harkins, Planning & Development Director Dianne Irby and Police Chief James Barber.
For more information contact the City of Mobile Council Office at 208-7441.
6th ANNUAL CRAWFISH IN THE COURTYARD
When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 14 
Where: The Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center, 65 Government Street, Mobile
The Exploreum Junior Advisory Board is hosting this event heralding the official opening of crawfish season. Admission to the event is $20 in advance and $25 at the door, and includes all you can eat crawfish, adult beverages provided by Gulf Distributing, admission to all Exploreum exhibits, a silent auction, and live music by Roman Street. All event proceeds will benefit Discover Science, the Exploreum's program with the Mobile Housing Board to provide underserved children engaging educational science experiences including IMAX film, lab demonstrations and science camps.
For more information or to purchase tickets, contact the Gulf Coast Exploreum at 208-6873.
MOBILE BAY BEARS HOME OPENER
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When: 6:35 p.m. Wednesday, April 15
Where: Hank Aaron Stadium, 755 Bolling Brothers Drive, Mobile
Baseball season is coming soon! Opening Night will feature the Mobile BayBears vs. the Biloxi Shuckers. The BayBears look to make the Southern League Championship Series playoffs for the sixth-straight season!
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For more information or to purchase tickets call the box office at 479-2327.
WILMER HALL'S ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST
 When: 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Wilmer Hall Campus, 3811 Old Shell Road, Mobile
This event sponsored by Bellator Real Estate and Development features homemade baked goods, a pancake toss, face painting, inflatable jumps and more! The menu includes pancakes, Conecuh sausage, Carpe Diem coffee, milk and juice. Special guests will include University of South Alabama Head Coach Joey Jones, assistant coaches and players (schedule permitting) and Azalea Trail Maids.
Cost: $5 per plate, eat in or carry out For more information Click Here or call Wilmer Hall at 342-4931.
CREEKFEST 2015 CLEAN-UPS
When: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 18
Where: Lakeside Drive Tricentennial Park
When: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 3
Where: Litter removal and Apple Snail cleanup-Lake Drive Tricentennial Park
Mobile County Health Department, Mobile Baykeeper & Keep Mobile Beautiful invite you to spend a couple of hours making a difference in your community by helping beautify the banks of Three Mile Creek picking up unsightly litter. Then join in Saturday, May 9 for a free family friendly celebration including a cane pole fishing tournament, live music and educational exhibits.
For more information on Creekfest 2015 or to sign up to participate in the clean up events Click Here or contact Mobile Baykeeper at 433-4229.
BIGGEST LOSER RUN/WALK HALF MARATHON/5K SERIES
 When: 7:30 a.m. (half-marathon) 8 a.m. (5K) noon (kids' one-mile fun run for ages 4 to 12) Sunday, April 19
Where: Mardi Gras Park (green-space at corner of Government Street and Royal Street), Downtown Mobile
The Biggest Loser RunWalk Half Marathon/5K series is excited to announce its return to downtown Mobile. After the race, sponsored by the Mobile Sports Authority, participants, family and friends can celebrate and relax at the post-race concert featuring former "The Biggest Loser"
contestants and Nashville recording artist, Dan Evans.
Cost: $40 for the half marathon, $20 for the 5K, $15 for the one-mile kids fun run (Online registration will remain open until April 15, 2015, or until the race sells out.) Registration includes a commemorative "The Biggest Loser" RunWalk shirt, finisher's medal, free downloadable race photos, a chance to meet with former "Biggest Loser" contestants and much more. The half marathon and 5K are chip-timed for participants tracking personal goals with awards given to the top runners and walkers.
For more information on The Biggest Loser RunWalk or to register for a race Click Here.
TANNER WILLIAMS MAY DAY 2015
 When: Parade will begin at 9 a.m., Opening ceremonies will begin at 9:45 a.m., Saturday, May 2
Where: Tanner Williams Historical Building, Tanner Williams Road, Wilmer
This annual event features a parade, a Little Mr. and Miss Tanner Williams, live entertainment, a car show, vendor booths, historical exhibits, catfish dinners, and a celebration for the Tanner Williams Elementary School Centennial. All proceeds will benefit the Tanner Williams Civic and Historical Society and its efforts to maintain the old school house and the community park.
For more information, to donate or to volunteer contact Brandy Culver at 377-6842.
For additional information on City of Mobile events Click Here.
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When: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 23
When: Noon until 2 p.m. Saturday, April 25
