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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Yes, it is true. The knights in shining armor are headed this way, along with a full entourage of royalty and commoners, entertainers and merchants.
Experience life as it was 500 years ago at the Renaissance Faire in Pensacola on March 6 and 7.
Catapult yourself back a few hundred years to the Middle Ages, to the time of Shakespeare. At the Renaissance Faire, you not only see life of much earlier times, but you become a part of it, interacting with the costumed enthusiasts who enjoy presenting the experience.
Pensacola’s Renaissance Faire is the only venue on the Gulf Coast to offer live jousting on horseback, complete with full Medieval armor.
Stroll through the fairgrounds to encounter many other glimpses into historical entertainment, including sword swallowers, magical wizards, fire breathers, dancers (Arabian, Renaissance, Irish and gypsy), jesters, jugglers, storytellers and more.
Renaissance food and drink will be available to boost your energy as you peruse the Medieval market, try your luck at games of skill, and ride ponies and camels.
Admission is just $10 for adults and $5 for ages 12 and under; children 4 and under are admitted free.
Join the fun this weekend, March 6 and 7, from 10:00 to 5:00 each day. You will find this unique event at the Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Hwy., approximately one hour from Gulf Shores.
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Tuesday, February 16th, 2010
Muscle cars and antique automobiles go with fried and grilled shrimp, fish and chicken. A silent auction and a raffle go well with live entertainment by Brent Burns. More than 30 arts & crafts vendor booths pair with K9 demonstrations plus kids’ activities such as rock wall climbing and balloon jumps.
Support youth sports programs at the Orange Beach Seafood Festival and Car Show Feb. 20.
And you, combined with the Orange Beach Sports Association, make it possible for the area’s young people to experience organized sports activities throughout the year.
From 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 20, you can have an impact on this organization by enjoying the Seafood Festival and Car Show—especially when you sink your teeth into the delicious (and generous) $10-per-plate seafood meal.
You can capture the fun and support this good cause at the Orange Beach Sportsplex, located off Canal Road, about a half mile east of the Foley Beach Express. To learn more about the annual event, call the Orange Beach Parks & Recreation office at 981-6039.
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Monday, February 15th, 2010
Do you love a mystery? On Wednesday evening, February 17, at 6:00 p.m., you can get more than a small glimpse into the research and theories surrounding one of the biggest historical mysteries of all time.
Attend the Shroud of Turin Multimedia Presentation in Orange Beach, Alabama, on Wednesday, February 17.
The Shroud of Turin has been analyzed more than any other artifact in the world, yet there are still no definitive answers as to whether this is the actual burial cloth of Jesus.
During this free public event, you will view a multimedia presentation that includes more than 150 images. International lecturer and researcher Russ Breault, founder of the Shroud of Turin Education Project, will lend his expertise as together you explore the mysteries behind this cloth.
Take this opportunity to learn about the church history, ancient art, medical forensics and modern science involved in this ongoing analysis.
This captivating presentation and engaging speaker are hosted by Orange Beach United Methodist Church (251-981-6751). To participate, simply arrive before 6:00 at the ACC Auditorium at 28751 Canal Road in Orange Beach.
For more information regarding the presentation, research and more, visit the Shroud Encounter website.
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Friday, January 22nd, 2010
When Fairhope, Alabama artist Cynthia Rush discovered a box of nearly 400 photographs taken shortly before World War II, it captured her interest in multiple ways.
Flight and military photos from just prior to WWII pair with modern mixed media at Orange Beach Art Center through Feb. 13.
The black and white photos that encompassed military life and flight training were taken by an uncle she never knew. Lt. John Rush lost his life at age 27, while testing a plane in Pensacola during the summer of 1941.
Cynthia had always been interested in flight, often bringing her perspective to canvas as she developed her own artistic skills.
The discovery of the photographs began an exploration into her uncle’s life, creating a strong bond between two family members who never met, yet shared the same passion for flight and a keen artist’s eye.
The exhibition Flight Paths: A Fighter Pilot and Artist Meet Outside of Time is the culmination of Cynthia’s research and visual expression of the similarities between the lieutenant and herself.
You can view this touching display for free at the Orange Beach Art Center through Saturday, February 13. The center is located at 26389 Canal Rd., and is open Tuesdays through Fridays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Friday, January 15th, 2010
Two local events this weekend promise a change of pace from the typical beach and/or winter activities. And after the recent cold spell, these offerings give you fun reasons to get out of the house and enjoy the warmer air.
Saturday morning, January 16, is the 7th Annual Yard and Craft Sale indoors at the Orange Beach Community Center, 27235 Canal Rd. Proceeds benefit American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, so you’ll want to take advantage of one of the area’s largest yard sales to find bargains and to make a difference at the same time.
The sale begins at 7 a.m. and ends at noon, but get there early for the greatest selection of items. Sausage biscuits & gravy and coffee are available to keep your energy up as you wander through the aisles and booths. For more information, call 251-981-1524.
Saturday and Sunday, January 16 & 17, brings the 8th Annual Gold Coast Coin & Currency Show to Foley. The free admission encourages visitors of all ages, and everyone can learn many interesting tidbits by taking time to talk with the folks involved.
Located at 407 E. Laurel (Hwy. 98 east of Hwy. 59), the doors will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Prizes will be awarded, so be sure to buy your raffle tickets. Call 251-943-1486 for further information.
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Friday, January 1st, 2010
Pillars of the Community—Mobile’s Greek Revival Movement.
In a literal and figurative manner, the pillars of Mobile form both the backdrop and the forefront of this current exhibit at The Museum of Mobile.
As a partner exhibition to John Sledge’s newest book, The Pillared City—Greek Revival Mobile, you’ll find engaging stories about the people behind Mobile’s columned architecture of the early 1800s.
Once considered a fortified colonial town, Mobile pushed forward to become a modern American city. The book’s author, an architectural historian with the Mobile Historic Development Commission, shares his passion for the buildings of the era through the lives of the people who made them possible. The buildings take on an almost human quality, allowing museum visitors to actually feel the city come to life.
The Pillars of the Community exhibit is now in its last few days, closing on Sunday, January 10, 2010. The Museum of Mobile, located at 111 S. Royal Street in downtown Mobile, is open Monday through Saturday 9–5 and Sunday 1–5. Admission is just $5 for adults, $4 for senior citizens, $3 for students, and free to those under 6.
Plan now to attend—you’ll never see Mobile through the same eyes once you experience this enlightening exhibit.
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