Thursdays, January 25, February 22, & March 28 1 – 3 pm $5 members per child per session | $10 non-members per child per session This class is for families to create together. Each month will feature a different art medium with a project tied to the MMofA collection. Parents are encouraged to stay and create with their families. Suitable for homeschool families.

Vintage Market Days® is an upscale, vintage-inspired, indoor/outdoor market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, food trucks, seasonal plantings, and a little more. The market is a three day event held several times a year in varying communities throughout the United States. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to display their talents and passions in creative venues throughout the country.  The Grounds  100+ vendors in 90k square feet of indoor and air conditioned space  Live music Food trucks  $15 on Friday  $10 on Saturday  $5 on Sunday  12 and under are FREE  parking is FREE  10AM-4PM Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Join us at the Meaher State Park fishing pier for a fun morning of fishing with our Naturalist Chloe Drexel! Bait will be provided. If you have a personal pole, please bring it. If not, we will have extras to share in limited quantities. Kids 15 and under do not need a fishing license, but our 16+ friends will need a freshwater fishing license to participate. These can be purchased at www.outdooralabama.com. What to bring: water, snacks, sunglasses, and weather-appropriate clothing along with a fishing pole and tackle if you have those available. There’s NO COST for overnight guests, veterans, and children under 12, and a small $3 park entry fee for anyone else 12+. As always, be weather-aware. Any scheduling updates will be posted on our Facebook page.

Join Meaher State Park's Naturalist for a fun nature based craft! We will be painting various shells that can be found locally, which you can then take home or leave with the park as a decoration!   Meet at Pavilion 3   Free for overnight guests, veterans, and children under 12 $3 park entry fee for anyone else 12 and up

All ages | Join us for a dinner/dance for all father figures and grandfathers. Cost $35 for Daddy and one daughter, $40 for Daddy and two or more daughters. Wear your ‘rock around the clock’ fifties attire. Register online by February 20.

Join us at Meaher State Park for a fun and family friendly competition. We will be doing a scavenger hunt throughout the park while utilizing some of our senses to find the items. Nature can be appreciated in many ways. But, we sometimes forget to slow down and really see, smell, touch, and listen to the world around us.   Meet at Pavilion 3   Free for overnight guests, veterans, and children under 12 $3 park entry fee for those over 12

Are you amazed by amphibians? Flabbergasted by frogs? Or dare I say, terrified of toads.... Well then join us here at Meaher State Park to learn all about toads and frogs! We will be discussing the unique characteristics of amphibians before diving a little deeper into some of the individual species that we have present in the local environment. We will also learn how to identify some of these species and get to look at (but not touch!) a couple of live critters.   Meet under Pavilion 3   Free for overnight guests, veterans and guests under 12. $3 park entry fee for guests 12 and older   Photo taken by Steven Brooks of SB Wildlife Photography www.sbwildlife.com

Direct from Italy - Join us as we present an age-old tradition in a modern Italian Variety Show! For the first time in the U.S.  Experience the Anastasini Family legacy that has been captivating audiences WORLDWIDE throughout eight generations! We invite you to a world of magical and unforgettable entertainment featuring captivating ground, aerial, and magical acts!  Limited pre-sale tickets are available online for ONLY $9.99: AmazingAnastasini.com/city/semmes-al/  February 28th, 4:30pm & 7:00pm  Semmes Recreation & Community Center, 10141 Moffett Rd, Semmes, AL 36575  From our family to yours, we promise to bring a unique experience to every audience member. The Anastasini Family promises to enchant you with thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime entertainment that you won't want to miss. Don't miss out! BUY NOW! amazinganastasini.com/city/semmes-al/

A Literacy program of reading books and sharing activities. Designed for preschoolers and homeschoolers. Every Thursday morning at 10:30am the group will read a book at various locations in the Gardens. On rainy days the group will meet in the Larkins Classroom. FREE to MBG members, cost of admission for nonmembers, and registration is required. All children must be accompanied by parent or assigned adult guardian. Register Email Aeriell for more information or call the office at 251.342.0555.

Celebrate Black History Month every Thursday in February with our engaging series, "African Americans and the Arts"! Experience the richness of culture, creativity and contributions that have shaped history. From inspiring performances to thought-provoking discussions, our February lineup promises an enlightening and entertaining journey. Save these dates and join us on this empowering exploration: February 1st – Soul Food Night Cooking Class 5:30-7:30PM, James Seals Community Center, 540 Texas St.  register now February 8th – Wellness & Resource Fair 10AM-1PM, Hillsdale Community Center, 558 Felhorn Rd. E February 15th – Fitness Class 6-7:30PM, Michael Dow Ampitheater, 3100 Bank Ave. February 22nd – Art Appreciation 6-8PM, Hope Community Center, 850 Edwards St.  register now February 29th – History in the Making: Talent Show 6-8PM, Harmon-Thomas Community Center, 1611 Belfast St.  register now Check our event listings for detailed information on each Thursday event as we honor the incredible legacy and impact of African Americans in the arts and our community. Let's celebrate, learn and inspire together!

Come say goodbye to Winter with Elsa. Build a snowman with pancakes . Elsa on the big screen We will build castles (forts)  to hide behind and have a snowball fight. Elsa will be here to see all the little Elsa's at 8:30 to 9:30. Breakfast starts at 8 am Movie 8am snowball fights 8:15 to 9:30 play as you wish. Breakfast includes jucie or coffee Pancakes with supplies to build a snowman. 12.99 Come and have fun with us . Start your morning with Elsa.

The award-winning Festival of Flowers will celebrate its 31st year in downtown Mobile’s Cathedral Square by proudly showcasing horticultural displays created by the Mobile area’s best teams of florists, nurseries, landscapers, designers, and artists. They will compete for bragging rights for the Festival of Flowers People's Choice Award. Enjoy live music, outdoor seminars, and select vendors that are in keeping with the Festival of Flowers tradition. Special events include ArtWalk and a Saturday morning Exotic Car Show. Let's have fun, give back to our healthcare community, celebrate the Mobile area, and watch as our most creative show off their talents! Donation only to enter! Produced by the Providence Foundation, the 2024 Festival of Flowers will inspire and nurture the gardener in all of us while raising funds to purchase advanced medical equipment for USA Health Providence Hospital. Recognized in 2021 and 2023 as Alabama Magazine’s “Best of Bama Charity Event,” the Festival of Flowers continues the tradition of delighting and educating visitors of all ages. Come celebrate with us! Schedule of Events Show Hours Friday, March 8, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday March 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Festival of Flowers Gala* Thursday, March 7, 7 to 10 p.m. Cathedral Café Sponsored by CB Flock Research Corporation Friday, March 8, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ArtWalk Friday, March 8, 6 to 9 p.m. Exotic Car Show Saturday, March 9, 9 to 11 a.m. Buds and Brews* Saturday, March 9, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Welcome All Wags Sunday, March 10, 3 to 5 p.m. *Ticketed events Learn more at usahealthsystem.com/festival-of-flowers

Join us at Meaher State Park as we learn some fascinating facts about the sensational snakes present in our environment. We will learn how to identify snakes and discuss some of their unique qualities before taking a stroll down one of our trails to spot some (fake) snakes. We will use this opportunity to discuss how snakes use camouflage to their advantage and learn more about the individual species. Meet under Pavilion 3 Free for children under 12 and overnight guests $3 park entry fee for guests over 12 Photo taken by Steven Brooks of SB Wildlife Photography www.sbwildlife.com

Join us for Bellingrath’s Beers & Blooms, an all-day craft beer festival and concert series on the Great Lawn at the heart of the Gardens. Hear great music from local bands, and sample a wide variety of craft brews, shop with local vendors at their booths, and feast with a selection of food trucks, all in the beautiful surroundings of the springtime Gardens. What To Expect Adult tickets include all samples from the breweries, a 2 oz. tasting mug, live music, and Gardens admission. Our Bellingrath tent will be selling wine and beer for those who do not want to sample. This is a child-friendly event! Children’s tickets are $15 for ages 2-12. Ages 1 and under are free! Please note that Gardens will not be operating normal hours. You must purchase a ticket to visit the gardens on March 2nd.

The Royal Hanneford Circus is proud to present our all new show UNDER THE BIG TOP at the Grounds Fairgrounds. Come along & enjoy an incredible circus performance for the whole family!  March 1st -10th Fri March 1 | 7:00PM Sat March 2 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sun March 3 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Mon March 4 | 7:00 PM Tues March 5 | 7:00 PM Wed March 6 | 7:00 PM Thu March 7 | 7:00 PM Fri March 8 | 7:00 PM Sat March 9 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sun March 10 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM  Under the Big Top! - The Grounds Fairgrounds 1035 Cody Rd N, Mobile, AL 36608  We promise to bring smiles and laughter to each and every audience with our wide variety of high-end acts and talents from all over the world. TICKETS ON SALE NOW | RoyalHannefordCircus.com/

Join us at Meaher State Park for a fun time birding! All birders with any level of experience are welcome to take part in this program. We will take a walk out on our boardwalk which is part of the Alabama Birding Trails System and hopefully see many different species. We will discuss a few different tools to use in bird identification as well. You are encouraged to bring a pair of binoculars if you have them!   Meet at the parking lot by the Gateway to the Delta Boardwalk   Free for overnight guests, veterans, and children 12 and under $3 park entry fee for those over 12

The Royal Hanneford Circus is proud to present our all new show UNDER THE BIG TOP at the Grounds Fairgrounds. Come along & enjoy an incredible circus performance for the whole family!  March 1st -10th Fri March 1 | 7:00PM Sat March 2 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sun March 3 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Mon March 4 | 7:00 PM Tues March 5 | 7:00 PM Wed March 6 | 7:00 PM Thu March 7 | 7:00 PM Fri March 8 | 7:00 PM Sat March 9 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sun March 10 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM  Under the Big Top! - The Grounds Fairgrounds 1035 Cody Rd N, Mobile, AL 36608  We promise to bring smiles and laughter to each and every audience with our wide variety of high-end acts and talents from all over the world. TICKETS ON SALE NOW | RoyalHannefordCircus.com/

Southwest Alabama Railroad Modelers' Model Train Show will take place at the Mobile Via Health, Fitness and Enrichment Center, Arlene F. Mitchell Campus, 1717 Dauphin Street, Mobile, Alabama 36604 over two days: Saturday, March 4, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 5, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a model train show with operating model train layouts in several scales, demonstrations of model railroad techniques, and train dealers. Admission is $8.00, Family $15 (children under 10 - Free). Sponsored by the South West Alabama Railroad Modelers (SWARM). For more information Email Glenn Samuel at Gasamuel@aol.com.

The Royal Hanneford Circus is proud to present our all new show UNDER THE BIG TOP at the Grounds Fairgrounds. Come along & enjoy an incredible circus performance for the whole family!  March 1st -10th Fri March 1 | 7:00PM Sat March 2 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sun March 3 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Mon March 4 | 7:00 PM Tues March 5 | 7:00 PM Wed March 6 | 7:00 PM Thu March 7 | 7:00 PM Fri March 8 | 7:00 PM Sat March 9 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sun March 10 | 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM  Under the Big Top! - The Grounds Fairgrounds 1035 Cody Rd N, Mobile, AL 36608  We promise to bring smiles and laughter to each and every audience with our wide variety of high-end acts and talents from all over the world. TICKETS ON SALE NOW | RoyalHannefordCircus.com/

Southwest Alabama Railroad Modelers' Model Train Show will take place at the Mobile Via Health, Fitness and Enrichment Center, Arlene F. Mitchell Campus, 1717 Dauphin Street, Mobile, Alabama 36604 over two days: Saturday, March 4, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 5, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a model train show with operating model train layouts in several scales, demonstrations of model railroad techniques, and train dealers. Admission is $8.00, Family $15 (children under 10 - Free). Sponsored by the South West Alabama Railroad Modelers (SWARM). For more information Email Glenn Samuel at Gasamuel@aol.com.