Join us for an Island Luau - August 9 at the DI Community Center from 6-9PM. Live music by the Salt Shakers (A Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band) and performances throughout the evening by professional Hula Dancers. Hula Lessons at 6:30PM to the Lilo & Stitch song and at 8PM to a Traditional Hawaiian Dance. Admission is $20 in advance for Aults and $25 at the door. For ages 15 & younger the price is $10. An Island dinner and desserts are provided. Coolers are welcome.

A family-friendly, impression, comedy and magic show! Discover the many faces of Brandon Styles in this year-round Variety Show. Impressions from Frank Sinatra to Justin Bieber, with 60 additional impressions in between! Sprinkled with just the right amount of comedy and magic to make this a great entertainment hour for all ages. Brandon Styles LIVE at OWA is a classy show that has something for the whole family! Brandon will awe you during his live performance of nearly 60 different celebrity singing & speaking impressions. To make this show unlike any other in the world, he has incorporated the perfect amount of comedy, magic, dancing, ventriloquism and audience participation in this fast-paced 60 minute show!

  August 2025 Class Sign Ups Start Friday August 1 Back to School “First Impressions” One-Hour Pop Up Class Sunday August 10 at my home, select one of three sessions: Session A: 12:30-1:30 Session B: 2:00-3:00 Session C: 3:30-4:30 Cost $60, eight students max per session. *This class focuses on meeting the teacher and new friends, including others at school, and how to be helpful at school and at home. Children will also bring home a gift to take to their teacher on the first day of school. Art of Conversation Two Day Weekend Workshop Saturday, August 23 & Sunday, August 24 at my home, select one of two sessions: Session A: Saturday 9-10:30 and Sunday 1:30-3:00, OR Session B: Saturday 11-12:30 and Sunday 3:30-5:00 Cost $125, eight girls max (grades 2-4) *This class focuses on how to carry a conversation, how to accept compliments, how to share the spotlight, how to use a social filter, and how to be a kind and inclusive friend. This is my favorite class! *Sign Up Link for August is Below* WHAT'S NEXT? In September and October, I will offer Table Manners and Everyday Etiquette. More information to come later. I will not offer traditional classes in November or December, but I will likely host a few holiday specific one-hour Pop Up Lessons. PRIVATE LESSONS I am scheduling fewer 'pre-set’ classes this year to allow more time for private lessons. Suggested class size is 6-8 students for appropriate interactions and social skills practice. Date, time and location to be determined by teacher and parents. Parents can also select the topics for the classes. Interested? Let's chat! ENTER TO WIN A FREE CLASS: - Follow my Instagram, then like and share a post to be entered into a drawing for free class tuition. DISCOUNTS FOR ART OF CONVERSATION - Sibling Discount of $25 for second child. - Multiple Class Discount of $25 for second class in one semester. - Refer a Friend Discount of $25 for you and a friend who signs up DISCOUNTS FOR BACK TO SCHOOL WORKSHOP - Same as above, but $10 off $60 QUESTIONS?? If you ever have any questions - or want to schedule your own class (different time, place, topics, format, etc.), please do not hesitate to reach out.

Get ready for a full-on block party experience in the heart of downtown Mobile! The Mobtown Event Expo is happening Sunday, August 10, 2025, from 1 PM to 6 PM at The Courtyard on Dauphin (715 Dauphin St.), and admission is FREE! What’s in store? Over 100 incredible vendors will line the block offering everything from mouthwatering eats to handcrafted goods, services, shopping, giveaways, and more. Whether you’re planning a wedding, booking a trip, or just love a good community party, this event is for YOU. Featured Food Vendors: Salt & Sand BBQ • Bottles Up • Royal Bites • Real Fruit Creamery • Holly Jolly Snowcones • Southern Cream • Twist Sushi • P.S. Taco • Sugar Cake Co. • Lemon Babies • CJ’s Southern Swigs • Coastal Coolers • Bama Grub to Go • Barrons Catering • Frios • “Savor” Charcuterie • Lazy Susan Charcuterie • and more! Local Creatives & Crafters: Mimi’s Crafts • The Clay Girls • Christine’s Eclections • Beaded Creatures • CP Stanton Art • Spoiled by Daisey • Glo’s Scented Candles • Megan Hines Artist • Liv&Lu Décor • Haute Head Fascinators • and dozens more offering everything from baked goods to handmade jewelry and custom décor. Special Guests & Attractions: Mobile County Animal Shelter & Mobile Cat Society M&M Clown and LifeSouth Blood Bank Travel agents, wellness vendors, photographers, campaign booths & more It’s all happening at one place, one time — and best of all, it’s FREE! Grab your friends, bring the family, and don’t miss one of the biggest local showcases of the year. Mobtown Event Expo Sunday, August 10, 2025 1 PM – 6 PM 715 Dauphin St., Mobile, AL Tag your crew and mark your calendars now!

Largest Consignment Sale on the Gulf Coast!Snag an EARLY ACCESS ticket!All you have to do is consign 12 or more items! EasyRegistration link www.MyConsignmentSale.com/WeeEx

A family-friendly, impression, comedy and magic show! Discover the many faces of Brandon Styles in this year-round Variety Show. Impressions from Frank Sinatra to Justin Bieber, with 60 additional impressions in between! Sprinkled with just the right amount of comedy and magic to make this a great entertainment hour for all ages. Brandon Styles LIVE at OWA is a classy show that has something for the whole family! Brandon will awe you during his live performance of nearly 60 different celebrity singing & speaking impressions. To make this show unlike any other in the world, he has incorporated the perfect amount of comedy, magic, dancing, ventriloquism and audience participation in this fast-paced 60 minute show!

Braided River's Run Club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m.! 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!

Welcome to Vintage Market Days of Mobile Vintage Market Days® is an upscale vintage-inspired market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and a little more. The Market is a three day event held several times a year in various communities. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to display their talents and passions in different venues. Event Hours & Admissions Friday, August 22, 2025 Friday/Saturday/Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday, August 23, 2025 Saturday/Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Sunday, August 24, 2025 Sunday Only 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Admission for children under 12 is free. Cash and credit card are accepted at the gate. Once purchased, your ticket is good for re-entry into the event all weekend.

Come experience the magic of the river at Riverfront Rhythms, a family-friendly event series featuring live music from Meredith Hicks and games for all ages—all set against the stunning backdrop of the Gardens after hours. Whether you’re dancing to the beat or just soaking in the peaceful views by the water, Riverfront Rhythms is the perfect way to unwind with family, friends, and neighbors. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket, and enjoy a relaxed evening where music meets nature! Member: Free | Non-members: General Admission

 MOVIES IN THE PARK IS BACK!  This time, we are taking the cinema experience to Langan Park (4901 Zeigler Blvd.) for the viewing of "The Wild Robot" starring Lupita Nyong'o.  Grab your lawn chairs, blankets and small coolers, and meet us at the Performing Arts Pavilion beginning at 6:30 p.m. Before the film begins at dusk, enjoy pre-film activities such as interactive lawn games, a special STREAM activation featuring mini-robots, and light refreshments while they last!  No registration required for this free family event! Mark your calendars for Friday, August 22! We hope to see you all there!

Come see history come to life with our WWII reenactors during our August drill. Interact with historical WWII reenactors aboard the USS ALABAMA and USS DRUM. These historical reenactors, dressed in WWII period Navy uniforms, demonstrate what life aboard ship was like during wartime. They share stories from our original crewmen, conduct weapons briefings, and demonstrate drills while aboard ship. Be sure to grab a spot on the main deck of the USS ALABAMA at 1:00 p.m. when “Call to Battle Stations” is sounded. Enemy aircraft will fly over attacking the ship, and the crewmen will fire back defend her with their guns blazing! Spectators will be able to take in the whole experience while the crew fires the ship’s 20mm and 40mm guns. Planes fly based on mechanics and weather conditions that day. The Deep South Amateur Radio Club will be broadcasting from Radio Central aboard the USS ALABAMA during the drill and welcome visitors to stop by to listen. For all ham radio operators, the call letters are K4DSR and K5LDA broadcasting between 20 and 40. The drill is open to the public and included with general admission tickets.

You and your child(ren) ages 6 & under are invited. Play on our giant, soft, fun-filled interactive inflatables. Little Tikes Jump Features: Bubbles - for interactive play and imagination. Fun Snack - a fun snack and drinks are now included in our Little Tikes Jump. We hope to incorporate some FUN-EXERCISE & Healthy Snacking. $13 + tax per child OPEN JUMPS/SPECIAL EVENTS - Groups of seven or more children must be pre-paid in advance. Spaces in open jumps are only held for the amount of children pre-paid for. All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time

Pollinators are essential- and fascinating! Come celebrate the bees, butterflies, and other tiny heroes that help our world bloom. This free, family-friendly event will include: A Pollinator Census at 10:00 AM with the Mobile County Extension Agency- learn how to use this cool citizen science tool! A Pollinator Presentation at 10:15 AM with Veronica from Honey on the Hill Hands-on crafts and activities for all ages Plenty of garden exploring and pollinator appreciation! Whether you're 5 or 95, there's something to enjoy and learn. No registration required- just buzz on by! Mobile Botanical Gardens Mobile Botanical Gardens - 100 acres of gardens & woodland in Mobile, Al #FamilyPollinatorDay #PollinatorPower #MobileBotanicalGardens #GardenFun #HandsOnLearning #SupportTheBees #MBGEvents

Join us for the Grand Opening of Flying Creek Nature Preserve! August 23 |  10 AM – 12 PM Be among the first to experience this beautiful new park! Enjoy guided trail tours, fun kids’ activities, and a special dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony. We’re so excited to share what we’ve been working on, and we can’t wait for you to explore all that Flying Creek has to offer! This event is free and open to the public.

  8/2: Trolls Band Together (PG) 8/9: The Bad Guys (PG) 8/16: Dog Man (PG) 8/23: Scoob! (PG) 8/30: The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG)

Morning snuggles with fun giggles! Join us at the Saraland Public Library to enjoy fun stories, songs, movements, and a craft.