Make a splash every Friday at H2OWA, part of the Summer Series at Downtown OWA! From May 30th through August 8th, head to Downtown OWA every Friday for a full lineup of free water-filled fun the whole family can enjoy. Kids can beat the heat at the Downtown Splashpad, race down the giant slip-n-slide, or jump around on water inflatables in the Native Treasures Alcove. Explore lawn games scattered throughout Downtown, get creative with water-themed crafts at Gussie’s Flowerbed, and don’t miss the underwater photo op at the Fountain for the ultimate summer selfie. Schedule of Events: 5:00 – 9:00 pm: Water Activities at the Downtown Splashpad Slip-n-slide/water inflatable at the Native Treasures Alcove Lawn Games throughout Downtown OWA Underwater Photo Op at the Downtown Fountain Aura Adventure Kayaking Scavenger Hunt

LODA ArtWalk is a free monthly event that showcases our visual, performing, and culinary arts community. The theme changes every month, and this month's theme is White Linen Night. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, August 8, join us in white linen attire to explore local vendors, live music, and captivating art. Plus, visit the Kids' Zone to make crafts and play games! Do you want register to be an artist or performer at LODA ArtWalk? Learn more here. Do you want to register to participate in the Nonprofit Zone? Apply here. 2025 LODA ArtWalk Map 2025 Logistics & FAQ By attending this event, you agree to be photographed. For further inquiries, please email events@cityofmobile.org.

Join legendary hypnotist Terry Stokes for 60 minutes of hilarious antics and unbelievable hypnotism at the Stoked Comedy Hypnosis Show for all-ages. One of the few shows where the audience is the “stars” of the show, this unforgettable show is your opportunity to see or be seen! The kids will love watching parents and grandparents on the stage! Activity Highlights → Unforgettable hypnotism and comedy show → Audience participation encouraged → No two shows are the same → Ideal activity for date night or group outing

Join us for a day of family fun, community spirit, and purpose — all for a great cause! The Village of Hope Jamboree is a family-friendly celebration hosted by Leadership Baldwin County to raise awareness for children in the foster and adoption system. All proceeds go toward covering event costs, with remaining funds donated to the Baldwin County Foster & Adoptive Parent Association.  What to Expect: Free Food for All Attendees Live Acoustic Music (BYO lawn chair!) Kid Zone: Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Games, & a Mini Pony Local Treats from Bahama Buck’s, Cool Beans Ice Cream, Cups for a Cure Lemonade & More! Heartfelt Stories from Foster Families & Advocates Foster/Adoption Resources & On-site Mental Health Professionals Let’s “Foster Hope in Fairhope” together — enjoy sweet summer vibes while supporting a vital cause in our community.   RSVP, share, and invite your friends!Village of Hope Jamboree Event Page  Want to become a sponsor or donate?Sponsorship Form- https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSex.../viewform  Questions? Contact Sally at (251) 974-4626 or swestendorf@alabamabeaches.com

Introducing the city's newest Farmers Market in the heart of Midtown. The Second Saturday of Every Month 10am-2pm!  Featuring fresh produce, local artisans, delicious food, and all the good vibes to make your Saturday shine. Vendors Wanted

Can you all believe that the Summer is almost over, and it is time for the kiddos to return to the schoolhouse?  The first day of school is Monday, August 11 so allow MPRD to usher you into a prosperous school year at our Back 2 School Bash! Make plans to join us at Mardi Gras Park on Saturday, August 9 from 10-2 for an exciting morning of community fun! Jam to the sounds of DJ Blaze, enjoy inflatables from South Alabama Inflatables, and hit a two-step to your favorite line dance tunes! We will also have installations from the Alabama National Guard, and WKRG News 5 will be present as our official news partner, so be sure to look for their tent as well!  And of course, no Back 2 School Bash is complete without free school supply giveaways! Plus, there will also be free food while it lasts! The fun kicks off at 10:00 a.m. We look forward to seeing you and your families this Saturday morning at Mardi Gras Park! Guaranteed fun for all!

Our next mom walk will be 8/9 at Bay Front Park in Daphne  We will meet at 8:30! Bring your babies or come alone  Can’t wait to see everyone!! It’s been too long! Let’s sweat 

Hey mama, you’re invited Join us! Jubilee Java Saturday, August 9th 9AMCome say hi, sip something sweet, and make a new friend 

Okay!! Who’s ready for our next 2nd Saturday Kids Day??? We are, for sure!! Saturday, August 9th we’ll have Rascal and Badge the Higbee Farm ponies to pet, we’ll make a wood pencil name tag for your backpack and tissue flower for your teacher!! The Core Project will be here to olay games with the kids and we will have some vendors selling cute back to school gift items to get that special teacher. Just look at how cute one of our Granny Pryor Poundcake slices looks all dolled up with ribbon and a tag!! We’ll have bags, tissue, ribbon and tags available at the market to wrap your treats. save the date!!

Get ready for one final weekend of summer fun at End of Summer Bash at Downtown OWA on August 9th! Enjoy a FREE action-packed celebration filled with live music, lawn games, interactive activities, and family-friendly entertainment throughout the streets of Downtown OWA. Shop local with a variety of arts and crafts vendors offering everything from handmade goods to unique home décor and accessories. Whether you’re playing, browsing, or enjoying delicious eats from your favorite spots, this event is the perfect send-off to summer break. Chalk Art Competition Show off your creativity in the Chalk Art Competition! Open to all ages, this colorful contest invites artists to transform the streets of Downtown OWA into colorful displays. With separate categories for youth, teens, and adults, participants will have the chance to win cash prizes in each division. Pro (18+ years old), Youth (10-17 years old), and Junior (4-9 years old). 1ST Place Pro: $500 cash, 2nd Place Pro: $300 cash, 3rd Place Pro: $100 cash 1st Place Youth: $150 cash, 2nd Place Youth: $100 cash, 3rd Place Youth: $50 1st Place Junior: $100 cash, 2nd Place Junior: $75 cash, 3rd Place Junior: $50

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!