Events Calendar

Pepsi Star Series and The Wharf presents: The Allman Brothers Band with special guest: Phil Lesh

10/08/2008

The Allman Brothers Band have a 39 year tradition of blending the new with the old...playing the songs that stir our souls because they bring back so many great memories, casting classic blues tunes in a new light, and then hitting us with something completely fresh and new that is destined to become a classic. And the band has a history of being more than a musical experience-it's a family experience! And that extends to their website. So come learn about shows and CD's-but also to become part of our big, worldwide Peachy Extended Family here.

37th Annual National Shrimp Festival

10/09/2008

Savor fresh from the gulf seafood at the 37th Annual National Shrimp Festival during this four-day event that attracts over 300,000 people. Peruse through the wares of 300-plus vendors showcasing their fine art and crafts, and kick back to the continuous tunes from the two musical stages that will feature major National Recording artists as well as local favorites. Little ones will love the Children’s Activity Village. Get the complete music schedule here.

New York Times #1 Bestselling author, Nicholas Sparks

10/09/2008

6:30-8:30 p.m Reading and signing latest release, The Lucky One. With seven #1 New York Times bestsellers and over 50 million copies of his books in print worldwide, fans of Nicholas Sparks eagerly await the September publication of his latest novel, The Lucky One . Sparks is a national sweetheart—a good-looking family man who writes heart-tugging novels that rarely fail to elicit tears. His popularity as one of the world’s most beloved storytellers continues to soar and his followers in the Gulf Coast area will have the fortunate opportunity to meet the author of the wildly popular, The Notebook, on his return trip to the region. Due to the popularity of Nicholas Sparks, this event is expected to be a sellout. Sparks will exclusively sign all books purchased from Page & Palette following the speaking event.

2008 Shrimp Festival Volleyball Invitational

10/10/2008

Lets Serve It Up! 24 teams play in the 2008 Shrimp Festival Volleyball Invitational. Games will be played at Gulf Shores high School, Gulf Shores Middle School and Foley High School.

Perdido Key

This is the Florida experience we remember from years ago but with a modern, upscale twist. Like its sister towns, Perdido Key boasts sugar white sands and crystal water. Although boutiques and quaint eateries dot the landscape in Perdido Key, the area feels somewhat removed, enjoying a slower pace. Boating and fishing are naturals in this relaxed community.

The unspoiled, white sands of Perdido Key enjoy a history rich in lore. Rumor has it that pirates buried treasure along the precarious shoals of Perdido Bay where it enters the Gulf. Today, people still wander the beach hoping to uncover the lost treasures. Because of its unique geography the Key is one of the most natural and beautiful areas along the Gulf Coast. Here, the waves invite laughter and surfing, diving and sport fishing. The back bays and lagoons are ideal for boating or waterskiing. No doubt you’ll believe Florida’s Perdido Key brims with treasure, whether or not you find anything buried.