Gulf Shores Area Upcoming Events

The format will feature tournament registration and captain's meeting Wednesday, fishing Thursday through Saturday and weigh in Friday and Saturday afternoons. The event wraps up with an awards brunch on Sunday. This year, a change in tournament rules will allow blue marlin to be weighed in. The minimum size for a tournament-legal blue marlin is now 103 inches. This is in addition to the all-release division for billfish and the weigh in for dolphin, tuna and wahoo. The OBBC has continued to serve as a very important fundraiser for marine conservation projects, contributing to The Billfish Foundation and the Coastal Conservation Association. Weigh In begins Fri., May 17 from 7- 10 p.m. and Sat., May 18 from 6-10 p.m.

Daily from Noon to 11:00 p.m. More than 60 bands performing on four stages. 3-Day Shuttle Passes will be available for $50.00 and will run from 10:30 a.m. until 60 minutes after the music ends.

Daily pass options are $89.00 general admission.

May 18

4:00-7:00 p.m.

The 4^th annual fundraiser for the Weeks Bay Foundation, the only nationally accredited land trust in coastal Alabama, will be held at the waterfront Tonsmeire Weeks Bay Resource Center at the Fish River Bridge on U.S. Highway 98 in Fairhope.  Enjoy “a taste of Weeks Bay” featuring fresh Gulf shrimp prepared by top local restaurants.  Live music by Rollin’ in the Hay.  Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the gate.  Beverages are included in the price of admission, and free parking is available at the Weeks Bay Reserve Safe Harbor site, with BRATS shuttles providing transportation to the event.  For more information or to purchase tickets, go to www.BaldEagleBash.com or call (251) 990-5004.  Tickets are also available for sale at Page & Palette in Fairhope, the Foundation office, the Reserve, and from Foundation board members.

Saturday, May 18th at 10 a.m. on the Cabot Flight Deck

As part of the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation’s Discovery Saturday series, please join 98 year old retired Marine Colonel Justin “Mac” Miller as he shares his first-hand experiences during World War II at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 18 at the National Naval Aviation Museum.

Col. Miller was born in 1914 and attended the Naval Academy, class of 1937. Mac left the Naval Academy to join the Marines and entered flight training in 1940. In 1942, he attended the USMC Command and Staff School in Quantico before going to San Diego where he was instrumental in establishing VMF-217. The squadron trained in the F4F and was deployed in December 1943 to the South Pacific. VMF-217 transitioned to the F4U and flew combat missions in the Solomon Islands in 1944 against the Japanese at Rabaul, New Guinea followed by combat missions in the Mariannas. In October 1944, Col Miller took command of VMF-321. He remained in the Marine Corps until 1948 when he joined the Reserves. Col Miller earned three Distinguished Flying Crosses, 11 Air Medals and four battle stars during WWII.
 

Praisefest is an outdoor concert featuring contemporary Christian music from local and well known bands and musician's. This event is for everyone , and suitable for all ages!

In Addition to our Headline Bands Praisefest is pleased to present the following :

Before Breaking, Many Afflictions, Unseen Evidence , Empire Pursuit and Atla

~And our Master Of Ceremonies~ Breaking Chains from Creola

Praisefest is not just about music. It is about celebrating all that we have been given by God's grace! By coming together through fellowship, praise and worship this brings forth an opportunity for each and every one of us to experience the awesome power of his presence!

As the boating season approaches, the Orange Beach Flotilla of the Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering a “SAFE BOATING” course on Saturday, May 18^th. The course will be held at the Orange Beach Community Center (27235 Canal Road) from 7:45 AM to 4 PM. 

 

            “About Boating Safely” is a popular 8-hour course presented by experts from Team Coast Guard. It is designed for recreational boaters and PWC operators. Boating families are encouraged to take the class together.  The USCG Auxiliary will give instruction on boating laws, safety equipment, boat handling and navigation.  In addition, boating problems and serious boating incidents will be discussed.

 

            Successful completion of the course and its exam earns the student a certificate, which meets the examination requirement for a Alabama Boating Operators License and discounts from some boat insurance companies.

         

            Registration for the course is required and can be made by calling John Griggs at 251-955-1443.  The cost is  $35 per person, which covers the textbook, instructional materials and lunch, if two family members share a book, the cost is $45.  The course is open to ages 12 and above. The class size will be limited to 30 students.  If you are unable to attend this class, additional classes will be held at the same location on, June 22^nd and August 10^th.

 

          The Coast Guard Auxiliary is a volunteer organization whose primary mission is recreational boating safety.  In addition the auxiliary assists the US Coast Guard in watch standing, safety patrols and conducts vessel safety checks. 

 

         The Orange Beach Flotilla meets on the first Wednesday of the month.  For more information about the USCG Auxiliary, or to join the Auxiliary, please contact Tom Moo at 251-948-2335 or Bob Czyszon at 251-990-4710.

Featuring Elberta, Foley, Bon Secour and Magnolia Springs.

Nick Saban and his crystal ball are caravaning across the Southeast. On May 22, the Crimson Caravan pulls into Orange Beach for its final stop, and you have a chance to be there. The event start at 6 p.m. local time. Tickets are $50.

Are you ready Gulf Coast? The Color Run is coming to The Wharf on May 25, 2013! Come stay, play, and run with color! See you in may :)

Campfires, live music and s’mores will be the scene as the City of Gulf Shores hosts its first S’mores on the Shore event of the season. The fun begins at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 23 at the west end of the Gulf Shores Public Beach. 

 

These family-friendly events started in 2010 and have quickly become the perfect recipe for families of all ages who are looking for a little free fun and excitement.

 

“Each year S’mores on the Shore seems to grow in popularity,” said Programs and Events Supervisor, Lesley Dethloff. “When you combine our beautiful beaches, live music, campfires and s’mores, it really does make for an incredible night.”

S’mores on the Shores will feature live music from Sugarcane Jane, campfires and all of the makings for s’mores. 

 

Families are encouraged to bring their blankets, chairs, friends and family to join the fun and relax on the beautiful, white sand of the Gulf Shores Public Beach.

 

For more information about S’mores on the Shore, contact the Special Events Division at 251-968-1171 or visit www.gulfshoresal.gov.