The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show | March 21-23 The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show Featuring over $100 million in boats and marine products, and more than 120 exhibiting companies, it's the "Top Boat Buying Show" in the northern Gulf. Take in a display of 120 wet slip boats and yachts, 700+ center and dual console boats on land, live music, tons of exhibitors to explore, instructional seminars + so much more!. There's something for everyone — from an entry-level boater to a seasoned veteran. Date: Friday - Sunday, March 21-23 Time: Times vary by date Event Schedule:  Friday, March 21 - Red Carpet Spectacular: 10 am - 6 pm Saturday, March 22 - Ladies Day presented by Lucca: 10 am - 6 pm Sunday, March 23 - Military + First Responder Appreciation Day: 10 am - 4 pm Where: The Wharf Marina + Marina Lawn Cost:  At the Gate: $15 Event Long 3 Day Pass: $25 Children (12 yrs old + under) - FREE Link: Buy Tickets

TIANA’S ENCHANTED JAMBOREESunday, March 23, 20252:00 PM Mobile Ballet is excited to host “Tiana's Enchanted Jamboree” on Sunday, March 23, at Bishop State Community College's new Gene Haas Center. This family-friendly special event celebrates the upcoming production of “The Princess and the Frog”, and offers attendees unique meet-and-greet opportunities with cast members including photo ops with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen. It will also feature a short sneak-peek performance excerpt, interactive storytime, tasty local treats and refreshments, children's activities and crafts, a silent auction, and more! WHAT TO EXPECT Meet the Cast: Meet and take photos with beloved characters from Mobile Ballet’s Princess and the Frog production, including Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen! Performance: Get a sneak-peek of the upcoming Princess and the Frog production with a short performance excerpt from the show Storytime: Hear the enchanting story of The Princess and the Frog read aloud Tasty Treats: Enjoy delightful treats from favorite local businesses Activities: Fun crafts & activities for the kids Silent Auction: Find some unique items for a great cause Family-Friendly Fun: An event perfect for all ages! EVENT DETAILS Date: Sunday, March 23 Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Location: Bishop State Community College – Gene Haas Center, 351 N. Broad Street in Mobile Attire: Your favorite festive attire (Costumes welcome! We’d love to see princesses, frogs, and Mardi-Gras themes!) Tickets: $35 per person Get tickets at www.mobileballet.org/tiana SUPPORTING LOCAL ARTS This special event is a fundraiser presented by the Mobile Ballet Barre volunteer association, in partnership with Bishop State Community College. All proceeds support Mobile Ballet's Relevé Project, providing tuition assistance and scholarships for aspiring dancers. This program creates opportunities for local children of all ages to experience the transformative power of dance education and performance.

Registration is open for the Eastern Shore Kid’s Market Spring/Summer Sale! A pop-up kids consignment sale offering top brands & a wide selection of items for newborns-juniors and maternity! March 26th, 27th, 28th & 29th at the Fairhope Civic Center!   Register today and make extra $$$ for those summer activities! Consignors also get to shop the PRE-SALE on Wednesday before we open to the public Have a few spare hours? Volunteer with us! Be the 1st to shop the PRE-SALE & earn up to earn 100% commission!  Just want to shop the sale? Open to the public March 27th, 28th, and 29th. Find the best deals on gently used and new, name brand items for your newborns-juniors + maternity!  No entry fee!! Accepting cash or card!!  Pre-Sale Schedule: Wednesday, March 26th3pm Pre-Sale: 10 Hour Volunteers4pm Pre-Sale: Set-Up, Sat. Sorters & Pre-Sale Volunteers5pm Pre-Sale: 5 Hour Volunteers6pm Pre-Sale: Consignors Public Shopping Schedule: Thursday, March 27th, 8am-8pmFriday, March 28th, 8am-6pm, Many items 25% OFF!Saturday, March 29th, 8am-12pm, Many items 50% OFF! FAIRHOPE CIVIC CENTER161 N. Section St, Fairhope, AL 36532

The L.O.L. Festival (Love Our Locals) is a 3-day event that has been created to support and celebrate our local organizations, food vendors, artists, musicians, and businesses that are located in our coastal area. Our beautiful coastline is a popular vacation destination that is filled with many talented and hard-working locals that are the backbone of our community. Let’s enjoy a weekend full of food, live music, artistry, and family fun. Let's celebrate our community, celebrate our coastal area, support our businesses, and make some new friends while enjoying the weather at the Gulf State Park located in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Our locals will make you feel welcomed and the music will make you want to dance.   The music lineup will consist of country, classic rock, pop, funk, soul, R&B, jazz and more. We aim to provide a diverse music experience, with a VIP section located front/center stage.   The children's area will be located by the playground. The Flip City Dance Team from Foley, AL will be providing games to play for purchase. The collected proceeds will support their upcoming dance competition in NYC. Cappy the Clown will also be making her appearance.  

The L.O.L. Festival (Love Our Locals) is a 3-day event that has been created to support and celebrate our local organizations, food vendors, artists, musicians, and businesses that are located in our coastal area.

SAVE THE DATE for the 2025 Friends of the Mobile Public Library Book Sale on the last weekend in March at The Grounds (1035 Cody Rd N). Friends Members Only Preview Sale:Friday, March 28th: 3 PM - 7 PM General Public Sale:Saturday, March 29th: 9 AM - 6 PMSunday, March 30th: 1 PM - 6 PM Help support the Mobile Public Library

Let's celebrate Barnum & Bailey Day by creating an energy carnival! Join us for Minecraft Carnival Building, Carnival games, STEM challenges, and dinner! 1 child $25, 2 siblings $40, 3 + siblings $50 Spots are limited, so don’t miss out! Reserve your spot today! www.SFKMoBay.com

Spring is approaching, bringing with it the perfect weather for outdoor events!  Join us Friday, March 28 at Crawford-Murphy Park as we bring in the season with our first Movies in the Park series of the year!  We have partnered with the Historic Oakleigh Garden District Society to screen the popular 2024 film "Despicable Me 4". Guests are invited to dress up as their favorite Minion or Despicable Me movie character, grab their blankets and lawn chairs, and prepare for a fun evening under the stars!  Participate in the costume contest and our Minion dance contest for a chance to win a bag full of MPRD swag!  Tap into your inner Gru at our MPRDKids Science Center and create your own yellow slime...p.s. adults can make slime, too!  Enjoy free popcorn while it lasts. Neighborhood residents are encouraged to walk, bike, or ride golf-carts to the event. Make plans to join us for this fun, family-friendly event!

 Touch A Truck – Benefiting Adoption Rocks & Rapahope   Date: March 29, 2025 Location: The Grounds, Cody Rd., Mobile, AL Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Quiet Hour: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM) Admission: $25 per vehicle Join us for Touch A Truck at The Grounds on March 29th—an exciting, family-friendly event that supports two incredible local nonprofit organizations: Adoption Rocks and Rapahope. This event offers children and families the unique opportunity to get up close with a variety of trucks, construction vehicles, emergency response units, and more! Kids can climb inside, explore, and even meet the operators who bring these machines to life. A Quiet Hour from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM will be available for children and individuals with sensory sensitivities—during this time, there will be no honking or loud noises to ensure a comfortable experience for all.  Admission is $25 per vehicle, so bring the whole family for a day of hands-on fun—all while supporting Adoption Rocks and Rapahope. Come out for a great cause and an unforgettable day of exploration! For more information, visit rapahope.org  Visit touchatruckmobile.com for more information!