Join us for Fairhope's Spring/Summer Farmers Market, starting April 3rd! The market will be held every Thursday afternoon from 3 PM to 6 PM behind the Fairhope Public Library. Discover a wide array of fresh produce, homemade breads, honey, locally-raised beef, and much more! There will also be face painting for the kids each week, along with exciting giveaways! Support your local farmers and small businesses by shopping at the Fairhope Farmers Market this spring! Parking: Farmers market visitors can park on Magnolia Avenue in designated spots marked “farmers market parking only.” Additional parking is available in Arts Alley! You can also call the Downtown shuttle for a ride directly to the farmers market!

Come join us on select Saturdays at 11am, for a special visit from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and their friend, Coastie, the animated robotic boat! Learn all about water safety through an interactive learning experience for the whole family. Scheduled dates (subject to change):April 19thApril 26th 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.July 12th (Shark Week)July 26th This is free for Exploreum members or included in general admission for non-members. Pricing can be found here: https://www.exploreum.com/plan-your-visit/hours-admission/ _______________________ Coastie teaches rules about what to do and not do in a water emergency situation. For instance, Coastie teaches “Reach or Throw But Never Go In.” This message along with interaction and instruction with Coastie teaches children how to throw or reach something to a person who is in trouble in the water rather than going in to try to save him. He also teaches slogans that kids remember like “Don’t Just Pack It! Wear Your Life Jacket!” and “Always Swim With A Buddy In A Supervised Area.” This program has already educated thousands of children since it was started in 1996 and interacted with children and their parents at Boat Shows, Schools, Parades and Hospitals all over the Columbus, Ohio area. Coastie has visited other cities such as Marietta, and Dayton, Ohio, Washington DC, Chicago, and St. Louis. He has even gone to Pittsburgh 1997-1998 for the Tri City Regatta and Parade. One of Coastie’s most recent educational programs that has also become an annual event is the Defense Logistic Agency, Summer Family Fun Festival Day, in Columbus, Ohio. The interaction is always very worthwhile at this event. The bottom line for Coastie is “Education and Saving Lives” while sharing the boating and water safety message with everyone he contacts. Coastie’s Team motto is “Saving Lives Through Education”.

Join us this Tuesday for a fun and unique twist on your usual bingo night! We're bringing the beats to the patio at deMaiz Taco Cantina from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.  FREE to play + family-friendly! Bring the kids and let's have some fun!   Fun prizes for Bingo winners, and of course, lots of laughs along the way!   How it works: Instead of numbers, you'll mark off the songs you hear! Jessie will be your fabulous host, playing all kinds of music – from throwbacks to the latest hits – and your job is to match the tunes on your bingo card. It's all about the rhythm and the good vibes!  Enjoy Taco Tuesday, refreshing drinks, and a whole lot of fun. Bring your friends, make it a night out, and let's see who will be the ultimate bingo champion!   When: Tuesday, 6-9 PM Where: deMaiz Taco Cantina (Patio) Don't miss out – it's going to be a blast! 

Join us for Fairhope's Spring/Summer Farmers Market, starting April 3rd! The market will be held every Thursday afternoon from 3 PM to 6 PM behind the Fairhope Public Library. Discover a wide array of fresh produce, homemade breads, honey, locally-raised beef, and much more! There will also be face painting for the kids each week, along with exciting giveaways! Support your local farmers and small businesses by shopping at the Fairhope Farmers Market this spring! Parking: Farmers market visitors can park on Magnolia Avenue in designated spots marked “farmers market parking only.” Additional parking is available in Arts Alley! You can also call the Downtown shuttle for a ride directly to the farmers market!

This public run club is open to all levels and ability, including walkers, marathoners, kids and even dogs. You can choose from a 5K or 1-mile route, both of which take off from the taproom at 6 p.m. Join Downtown Runners United By Beer afterward in the taproom for raffles, camaraderie and ice-cold craft beer!

Join us for an Artwalk book signing on May 9, 2024, 6-8pm. In honor of National Foster Care Month, we will welcome children's author Kristen Pike with her latest release of If Only for a Little While. Pike is a foster care activist, so what better way to honor acknowledge children in care and the awesome parents who provide them with safe and loving homes than with a picture book fit for every home library? _If Only for a Little While _is the story of a little girl entering a new foster home and the bond that forms between her and her caregiver over time. The caregiver lovingly observes the child's routines and favorite activities, and as time passes, a strong familial bond develops. Eventually, the time comes for them to part ways, but the caregiver promises that the child will always hold a special place in their heart. This story captures themes of love, care, and the bittersweet nature of foster care. This book can also serve as a keepsake, featuring a special section where you can draw or place a picture of your favorite memory together. This is a can't-miss Artwalk at 9 S. Joachim St. Make sure to say hi to Mr. Bingley and browse all the books that haunt you. See you then!