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Summer concertS

Rewind Fest, Peter Frampton and

The Doobie Brothers and more!

Road trip through Baldwin County

perform air show

Your 14-day guide to fun, food and entertainment

JULY 4-17In-depth Baldwin County

calendar and live music listings in every issue!

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Road Trip through Baldwin County

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JULY 4-17In-depth Baldwin County

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Letter from the editor

It’s the peak of summer in south Alabama, which means more free time for fun events, time at the beach and trying new things.

Baldwin County and the surrounding areas have so much to offer. In the next two weeks, the Blue Angels will perform an air show in Pensacola, the Rewind Fest and and Peter Frampton and The Doobie Brothers are coming to The Wharf and, of course, there are plenty of fish to catch.

If you want to diverge from your normal routine, but can’t leave home for a weekend trip, consider exploring a part of Baldwin County that’s unfamiliar to you. We’ve put together a few ideas for Baldwin County day trips on page 24.

To plan your next two weeks, look over our in-depth calendar, which is full of activities for all ages. If live music is your thing, check out the live music listings, which also include trivia, karaoke and open mic nights.

Don’t miss out on the rest of summer — get out and enjoy this beautiful place!

Lifestyles editor

Your guide to fun, food and entertainment on the Gulf Coast.Publishes the first and third Friday of each month.

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The Blue Angels will perform a homecoming show in Pensacola on July 11 and 12. You can view the show on the grounds of the Naval Air Museum in Pensacola or by boat in Pensacola Bay.

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Blue AngelsPensacola Beach Air Show. 6

WhERE To Go

Peter Frampton and The Doobie BrothersConcert at The Wharf. 12

Rewind FestThe Wharf hosts stellar tribute bands. 20

Day TripsRoad trip through Baldwin County. 24

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Culturally speaking Market Days in Bay Minette. 19

The Buzz on the Coast 14 Days, our comprehensive calendar. 15

Local Live MusicBaldwin County music listings. 26

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Aiming and anglingSpeckled Trout. 11

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PeppersThe Scoville Scale and Southwest mac n’ cheese. 22

TastingsIt’s not a picnic without wine. 29 ‘Merican beers. 29

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By John [email protected]

Consider it a boat parade.By the thousands, watercraft will

head east from Alabama on July 11 and July 12 to stop in Pensacola Bay and surrounding waterways and islands to watch the US Navy Performance Squadron do its thing in the sky.

Commonly known as the Blue Angels for the color of their F/A-18 aircraft, their base is at Pensacola, and while they travel the country

year round — when Congressio-nal posturing over money doesn’t ground them — they have two home shows a year. The homecoming show is in November, and the show that draws the boat parade is in July.

With a fully funded 2014 season, the Blue Angels are scheduled to fly 68 performances at 35 locations in North America during the 2014 season, making this the 28th year of flying the F/A-18 Hornet.

If you are ground bound, the show is at Pensacola Beach and it’s free.

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Thousands will fill the beach on July 11 for a dress rehearsal and July 12 for the actual show. The Blues will also fly on July 10 in a practice session at approximately 2 p.m. There will be scads of other airplanes and demonstrations prior

to the Blues taking flight.The show starts at noon July 11

and 12 with the Blues portion start-ing about 2 p.m.

Visit the naval base for tours and displays of historic and modern planes all over the grounds.

The Steamer and Baked Oyster Bar By Jill Clair GentryLifestyles [email protected]

W hen we think of eating at the beach, our minds often immediately turn to a delicious, full plate of fried seafood. But there are a few high-

volume seafood restaurants, like The Steamer and Baked

Oyster Bar in Gulf Shores, that focus on steamed and grilled seafood — an experience that shouldn't be missed.

The fun is found in the seafood trays and platters — heaping portions of royal reds, crab, shrimp, oysters and scallops served alongside corn, sausage and new potatoes. Seven varieties of baked oysters are on the menu, and for the diner who isn't into seafood, there's a tasty chicken breast strip sandwich, steaks, a hamburger and salads.

Darian Perez and Chris santmyer spend a lot of time shucking oysters at The steamer. The restaurant offers seven types of baked oysters as well as raw and steamed.

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The Steamer, which opened in 2010, is owned by Eddie Spence, who also owns Mikee's Seafood in Gulf Shores and the popular Shrimp Basket chain, which has 21 loca-tions in three states.

Mikee's was Spence's first restaurant and opened in 1987. It has a diverse menu, featuring seafood, chicken and beef entrees. Shrimp Basket focuses on affordable seafood and a quick turnaround.

The Steamer is a completely different concept — one that was created out of necessity.

“When we took over this building, the kitchen wasn't big enough for fryers,” Spence says. “About all we had room for was steamers. So we got some steamers and cre-ated a more condensed menu and decided to have a broad baked oyster menu. That ended up being a niche in the market that wasn't filled.”

There are several combinations available for seafood trays, which are served with cole slaw, sausage, corn and new potatoes. Pictured are Royal Reds and steamed oysters.

The ribeye, topped with shrimp, is tender and has a smoky flavor. The steamer also serves steak and lobster.

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By Caroline harrisDirector, Wind and Water Learning Center in Orange Beach

For more than a decade, the City of Orange Beach has held a sum-mer sailing camp for youth. Now

under the Coastal Resources division, the camp has grown to accommodate about 250 kids during the course of one summer. I have had the privilege of teaching sailing for the past several years here, and I must say that it is such a rewarding experience for both the instructors and students. Our students learn tacking, jibing, upwind and downwind sailing, capsize recovery methods, proper boat handling and more.

People are so electronically reliant in today’s world; therefore it is an asset for our community to be able to provide education for skills that are acquired by literally working with the wind, waves, current and weather. I believe it generates an appreciation for

things we normally would not recognize as being tools to maneuvering around.

Activities such as sailing tap into a whole new knowl-edge base that circulates around the environment one is in, instead of being dependent on motorized power. At the city’s summer Sail Camp, we strive to share this awareness of our natural resources by always making sure our sails are full with wind! For more information, visit WindAndWaterLearning.com.

Did you know?A sail works just like an airplane wing, except it is mounted vertically instead of horizontally. Pressures create lift and work to propel the boat forward and the airplane up in the air.

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Speckled trout migrate throughout coastal Ala-bama’s southern waterways, frequenting the inshore areas. As they migrate, speckled trout can be found in the shallower waters of local estuaries or deeper wa-ters around the base of structures, like oil platforms. Speckled trout dine on a variety of food sources, ranging from smaller bait fish like mullet, croaker or menhaden to live shrimp and even artificial rigs.

For those anglers without access to a boat, the area offers a variety of inshore fishing charters provided by expert local guides. Inshore fishing charters pro-vide a great opportunity to experience the adventure of catching your first speckled trout without the

hassle of purchasing fishing gear or trying to figure out where the fish could be located. Plus, many local restaurants offer a “Cook Your Catch” option, allow-ing anglers to bring their whole catch in, choose a preparation style, then sit back and let the kitchen staff create a masterpiece.

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Classic rock band and four-time grammy winners, the Doobie Brothers, take the stage with

music legend Peter Frampton for a summer performance at The Wharf.

The Doobie Brothers, known for its hits “Blackwater” and “Listen to the Music,” are still making new music. The band recently recorded a

Sony compilation album with many notable country artists, including Zac Brown and Sara Evans. The al-bum is to be released later this year.

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The Doobie Brothers and Framp-ton were on the lineup at The Wharf in 2007 and are reuniting for the first time since then.

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By Eric [email protected]

There are a lot of opportunities to see live music in Baldwin County, but sometimes it can be expensive to take the whole family to a big concert, and sometimes your favorite bands play at places where kids aren’t allowed.

Here are three concerts you can take your kids to, which also happen to be free!

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This summer, take the kids to a concert

The Baldwin Pops will perform a free July 4 concert at Fairhope’s Henry George Park from 7 – 9 p.m. before the city’s fireworks display. Visit BaldwinPopsBand.com for more infor-mation and for future concert listings.

The Real hooks will perform what their website describes as “clever, uplifting, high-energy songs” during a free show at the fountain at the Eastern Shore Centre from 5:30 – 8 p.m. on July 11. Visit TheRealHooks.com or find them on Facebook for more information.

Roots rock duo sugarcane Jane will perform a free show at the fountain at the Eastern Shore Centre July 18 from 5:30 – 8 p.m. Visit SugarcaneJane.com or find them on Facebook and Twitter (@sugarcane-jane) for more information.

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Anthony Crawford of the roots rock duo sugarcane Jane will perform with his wife and singing partner savana Lee at the Eastern shore Center July 18. It is an all ages show.

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oNGoINGFairhope CampThe City of Fairhope will be partnering with coaches from Fairhope High School to offer summer activities for children. Activities include ball games, swimming, soccer, ping-pong, arts and crafts and more.I Through August 1; 7:30 a.m.

– 3:30 p.m.; Volanta Park and Municipal Pool

I $15 per day; $60 per week. I 251-990-0174 or pick-up

a registration form at the Fairhope Recreation Center or the Fairhope Municipal Pool

Coastal Alabama Farmers & Fishermen’s MarketI Fridays 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.;

Saturdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; County Road 20, Foley

I CoastalAlabamaMarket.com; 251-943-1545

Art of Alabama Food ExhibitCelebrate the art of Alabama food with a gallery exhibit featuring 36 of the “100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama Before You Die.” Special events will include tastings, cooking

demonstrations, book signings with some of Alabama’s best-known chefs and more. Sponsored by the Alabama Department of Tourism, Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism, The Wharf and The

Compleat Studio.I Wednesday through Saturday

through August 9; 4 – 10 p.m.; The Compleat Studio at The Wharf, Orange Beach

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sATuRDAY, JuLY 5Rewind FestFor details, see page 20

star-spangled haven AdoptionThe Haven staff and volunteers will be onsite to answer any questions to find the perfect match. All adoptable animals are current on vaccinations, spayed/neutered and micro-chipped. They have been tested for heartworms (treated if positive) and feline AIDS/leukemia and treated for fleas and worms. The adopter also receives the animal’s medical records, a free bag of Science Diet food, a free pet training DVD and 30 days of pet health insurance. I 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Pet

Supermarket, DaphneI Free admission; adoption

fees are $90 for dogs and $65 for cats.

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MoNDAY, JuLY 7GCAA summer Fine Arts Camp July 7-11The goal of camp is to give young people a glimpse into the world of fine arts, by participating in both hands-on classes and viewing sev-eral professional performances. The camp encompasses all realms of fine art, including several mediums of visual art, many different musical genres, dance, drama and literature. Offered to those entering second through eighth grades in the fall, students will be divided into differ-ent age categories for classes.I July 7 – 11; 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.;

First Presbyterian Church of Gulf Shores

I $100 for the first student, $75 for siblings. There are scholarships available.

I GulfCoastArtsAlliance.com; GulfShoresFirstPresbyterian.org; 251-978-8130; 251-948-2627

TuEsDAY, JuLY 8Blue Marlin Grand ChampionshipFrom the Triple Crown Fighting Chair Challenge at the CrewFest Party and the Leader of the Pack Bimini Start to the Miss Billfish beauty pageant and presentation of millions of dollars in prize money, it’s a tournament that is both tightly orchestrated and yet packed full of exciting events.I July 8 – 12; The Wharf MarinaI 251-224-1900;

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Introduction to Grant Writing Webinar An opportunity for non-profit organizations throughout Baldwin County to learn about grant writing from the convenience of their home or office via webinar offered by the Alabama Department of Public Health. I 1 p.m.I Free registrationI Attendee.GoToWebinar.com/

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WEDNEsDAY, JuLY 9Tropical Paradise Garden with summer Bulbs and heirloom Bulbs for Restoration GardensSuper Wednesday by Brent and Becky Heath from Brent and Becky’s Bulbs will teach a two-part program on how to grow and maintain summer blooming bulbs that will survive our humid, hot summers. Reservations required.I 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.;

Bellingrath Gardens and HomeI Members, $10; Nonmembers,

$20; includes lunchI Bellingrath.org; 251-973-2217

FRIDAY, JuLY 11A Taste of Italy Italian dinner, raffles and door prizes. Dine-in or take-out. Fund-raiser for the new church organ and to improve church buildings. Call to reserve tickets.I 6 – 8 p.m.; St. Francis at the

Point Anglican ChurchI Adult, $15; Children 3 – 12, $7;

Children 2 and under, freeI 251-928-1255

sATuRDAY, JuLY 12star-spangled haven Adoption The Haven staff and volunteers will be onsite to answer any questions to find the perfect match. All adoptable animals are current on vaccinations, spayed/neutered and micro-chipped. They have been tested for heartworms (treated if positive) and feline AIDS/leukemia and treated for fleas and worms. The adopter also receives the animal’s medical records, a free bag of Science Diet food, a free pet training DVD and 30 days of pet health insurance. Adoption fees are $90 for dogs and $65 for cats.I 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Petsmart,

Spanish FortI Free admission; adoption

fees are $90 for dogs and $65 for cats.

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Red, White and Blue Pensacola Beach Air showFor details, see page 6

The haven will host a star-spangled Adoption on July 5 and July 12.



hike, Picnic, swim at Big Lagoon state ParkBring your picnic basket, bathing suit and walking shoes for an old fashioned summer time picnic. At 10 a.m. we will walk the trails to work up an appetite for our picnic lunch. Wear your bathing suit for a dip in the waters of the bay and bring your kayak for a paddle in the lagoon. Bring a fruit or desert to share.I 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.;

Pavilion #39 Big Lagoon State Park, Pensacola

I Entrance fee: $4 car and driver or $6 car and two or more folks; kayak rentals: $20 for four hours

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MoNDAY, JuLY 14CsI: Bay MinetteFourth through eighth grade students will learn basic meth-ods of collecting evidence at a crime scene, use investigative techniques to explore virtual crime scenes and participate in hands-on activities like interviewing witnesses and processing evidence.I July 14 – 18; 8:30 – 11:30

a.m.; Baldwin County High

School LibraryI $60I 251-580-1619

WEDNEsDAY, JuLY 16kid’s Gulf Discovery DayGrab the kids and enjoy a morning filled with activities and displays. Learn about the ecology of the Gulf of Mexico and the Fowl River basin from area experts, Winged Ambas-sadors, Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Mobile Baykeeper and more. Reservations requested.I 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.;

Bellingrath Gardens and Home

I Free for members; Nonmembers, $12.50

I Bellingrath.org; 251-973-2217

ThuRsDAY, JuLY 1781st Annual Alabama Deep sea Fishing RodeoA project of the Mobile Jaycees, ADSFR is the largest fishing tournament in the world. Founded in 1929, the fishing rodeo now attracts more than 3,000 anglers and 75,000 spectators.I July 17 – 20;

Dauphin IslandI ADSFR.com

sATuRDAY, JuLY 19Peter Frampton and The Doobie BrothersFor details, see page 12

Market Days at the ChamberFor details, see page 19

Duel on the Delta Drag Boat RacesThe Outboard Drag Boat Association will race its drag boats, reaching speeds of more than100 mph on the ¼-mile course.I July 19 – July 20; Gates

open 8 a.m.; 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Live Oak Landing

I Adults, $8; Children 6 – 12, $5 daily admission; Children under 6, free

I ODBARacing.com; 251-331-1017

Wings, Rhythm and Brews FestivalFestival includes live music, more than 200 arts and crafts vendors, kids zone with face painting, water slides and a petting zoo. Proceeds go to ananti-bullying program.I July 19, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.;

July 20, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Elberta Park

Nationally acclaimed storyteller Pat Nease, is among several professional performers appearing at this summer’s fine arts camp, July 7-11.

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Jingle Bell MingleCelebrate Christmas in July with the Haven with a progressive cocktail experience for those over 21. Each person pays for food and a T-shirt. Participants start at one location, where the appetizers are plentiful and drinks are inexpensive, moving on to the next restaurant. Reserva-tions and pre-payment are required, with a maximum of 50 individuals. I 2 – 4:30 p.m.;

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if you goWhAT: Market Days at the ChamberWhEN: July 19, Aug. 16, Sept. 20; 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.WhERE: North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, 301 McMeans Ave. (Highway 59)CosT: Free to attend; spaces are $15 for chamber members and $20 for non-members (spaces 10 by 10 and first-come, first-serve)FIND ouT MoRE: 251-937-5665

A local band plays at Market Days. The next Market Day will be July 19.

Find handmade, homegrown items at Market DaysBy Cliff [email protected]

One of Bay Minette’s most popular public events, Market Days, is back.

“The chamber has inherited Mar-ket Days from the Old Town Bay Minette Arts Council, and we hope to continue to grow the Market in our community,” said Ashley Jones, director of the North Baldwin Cham-ber of Commerce.

Jones said she was pleased at the number of vendors and citizens who came out to enjoy the festivities at the first Market Days event of the summer, June 21.

“We had a great crowd here and folks were excited to see the Mar-ket Day back, so we’re hoping that each coming event will gain more vendors and more customers,” Jones said.

Jones said the Market Days are still looking for vendors to help round out the experience.

“We are open to a variety of ven-dors,” Jones said. “While handmade, homemade and homegrown items will remain a priority, we will also accept all types of vendors, from an-tiques and jewelry vendors to even yard sale type vendors.”

There will also be children’s activities available at each event, Jones said.

“We’re hoping that each coming event will gain more vendors and more customers.”

— Ashley Jones

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By John [email protected]

Perhaps the promotional line for UZoo says it best: “When you can’t hire the biggest band on earth, book UZoo - The Unforgettable U2 Tribute Band. Only U2

does U2 better!”But, wait, there’s more. For a rocking good Saturday

night of your Fourth of July weekend, a whole passel of tribute bands will be kicking it around at The Wharf. It’s a variety packed lineup of tribute artists.

Perfect Nation will parody Prince, Ramble On will lean on Led Zeppelin for material, Madman’s Diary will hope-fully bite off a chicken’s head in honor of Ozzy Osborne, Motley Inc. is the moniker for the Motley Crue portion of the show, Atomic Punks will do Van Halen from the David Lee Roth Days and 5150 will be Van Halen from the Sammy Hagar Days. Others are Out Of The Cellar with a Ratt tribute, and Nighrain will welcome you to the jungle with a Guns N Roses set.

if you goWhAT: Rewind Fest: The Ultimate Tribute FestivalWhEN: July 5, 5:30 – 11 p.m. WhERE: The Amphitheater at The WharfCosT: $15FIND ouT MoRE: Visit rewindfest.com/wharf or amphitheateratthewharf.com

The lineupUZOO (U2)Perfect Nation (Prince)Ramble On (Led Zeppelin)Madman’s Diary (Ozzy)Motley Inc. (Motley Crue)Atomic Punks (Van Halen, David Lee Roth Days)5150 (Van Halen, Sammy Hagar Days)Out of the Cellar (Ratt)Nighrain (Guns N Roses)


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over medium-low heat. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk pretty constantly for 3 minutes. Whisk in the milk. Add the onion, garlic, oregano and chili powder. Simmer, whisking occasionally until it begins to thicken.

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By Allison Woodham [email protected]

Family travel is a summer tradition, but can get expensive. One way to save money, but still have a family vacation is to explore the county around us. Baldwin County is the largest county in Alabama, and there is so much to do.

NoRTh BALDWINTravel the Mobile-Tensaw Delta via kayak or

canoe on the Bartram Canoe Trail. Day and night trips are available. Bring along lunch or snacks and stop along the trails to picnic. Fort Mims is full of history, activities and reenactments for children of all ages. After you’ve worked up an appetite, sit down at Stagecoach Café in Stockton for a late lunch or dinner.

EAsTERN shoREThe Eastern Shore is known for its quaint towns

— Fairhope, Daphne and Spanish Fort. Take a walk along the Fairhope Pier or at the many parks in Daphne. Sit down for a meal at the historic Manci’s Antique Club in downtown Daphne or Panini Pete’s in Fairhope. Take a walk down Alligator Alley and search for alligators and other creatures. End your summer day with a cool treat from Mr. Gene’s Beans in Fairhope.

Mobile Tensaw Delta — William Moore

Fort Mims reenactment — Jill Clair Gentry

Fairhope pier — submitted

Manci’s Antique Club — submitted


CENTRAL BALDWINGo back in time and hunt to find knights, dinosaurs

and “Bamahenge,” a Stonehenge replica at Barber Marina in Elberta. Driving to and from, you may spot something unusual. Is that a tyrannosaurus rex? A giant spider? Four dinosaurs are hidden in the brush along County Road 95. Just before the prehistoric creatures lies the Stonehenge replica. All sites are viewable from the road, but jump out of the car — get a closer look. Alligator Alley in Summerdale has alligator feedings three times a day. Try and schedule your trip around these — it’s something you don’t want to miss. Also visit the Baldwin County Heritage Museum in Elberta.

souTh BALDWINFolks come from around the world to see our white

beaches. Besides going to the beach, you’ll find shop-ping and concerts at The Wharf in Orange Beach. For the more adventurous, try parasailing on the beach or zip-lining at the Gulf State Park. Paddle-board yoga is even offered Saturday mornings at the park. The zoo is perfect for all ages — check out their animal encounters and putt-putt course. On your way home, check out the L & N Railroad in Foley at the Visitor’s Center.Also check out Holmes Medical Museum in Foley, the first hospital in Baldwin County.

Bamahenge — Allison Woodham

Foley Railroad Museum — submitted

Dinosaur hidden in Elberta — Allison Woodham

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LiVE LOCAL MUsiCkARAokEDaphneTop of the Bay Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 9 p.m.FoleyGood Time Charlies every Tuesday at 10 p.m.The office Lounge every Wednesday at 8 p.m.Ft. MorganBehind the Pines Bar & Grill

every Wednesday at 8 p.m.Gulf shoresTacky Jacks every Thursday at 5:30 p.m.Mudbugs Thursday – Saturday at 8 p.m.Pink Pony Pub every night at 9 p.m.orange BeachIsland Times Daiquiri Bar every Thursday at 8 p.m.

Live Bait every night at 8 p.m.The undertow Wednesday – Friday at 9:30 p.m.happy harbor on the Line every Wednesday at 6 p.m.

oPEN MICFairhopeAmerican Legion 199 open guitar jams every Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.Courtyard 311 every Tuesday at 7 p.m.The Gumbo shack every Thursday at 6 p.m.FoleyThe office Lounge every Tuesday at 6 p.m.Gulf shoresTacky Jacks every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.orange Beachhappy harbor the Mothership every Tuesday at 6 p.m.Live Bait every Sunday at 8 p.m.Perdido keyFlora-Bama every Monday at 6 p.m.

TRIVIADaphneMoe’s Bar B Que every Wednesday at 10 p.m.

FairhopeFairhope Brewing Company every ThursdayRavenite Pizzeria Live Trivia every Tuesday, Live Sports Trivia every WednesdayFoleyGood Time Charlies at 10 p.m.LuLu’s Lee and the Hellz Yeah sunset Cork Room Lisa Christianorange BeachLive Bait DJ J. Steven spanish FortBluegill Restaurant Tim Kinsey

FRIDAY, JuLY 4DaphneMoe’s original Bar B Que Emily Stuckey Fairhopehenry George Park The Baldwin Popsold 27 Grill Mitch Johnston Gulf shoresThe hangout Mojiles / Foxy IguanasLuLu’s Cornbred / Shawna P.Papa Rocco’s The Bama BoysTacky Jacks Soulfood Junkiesorange Beach Baumhower’s Double DBimini Bobs Jerry Powell Compleat Angler Tyler Champion

Compiled by Destiny BrownEmail [email protected] to update or add listings.

Local musicians Lauren kay, left, and Jon Cowart, right, of Corn-bred. Catch Cornbred at LuLu’s on the Fourth of July and at The hangout July 10 and 17.


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sATuRDAY, JuLY 5DaphneMoe’s original Bar B Que Christina Christian Fairhopeold 27 Grill Grits N Pieces Windmill Market Jimmy Lumpkin / Kyle and Karl CD release partyGulf shoresThe hangout Mojiles / Oak and AshLuLu’s Rhythm Intevention /Crowned JewelzPapa Rocco’s The Bama BoysTacky Jacks Chris-n-Chicoorange BeachAmpitheater at The Wharf Rewind FestBaumhower’s Tyler Champion Bimini Bobs Jerry PowellCompleat Angler Greg Brownhappy harbor Ryan BalthropIsland Times Daiquiri Bar Vertigo Haze Live Bait Blackberry Breeze

suNDAY, JuLY 6Gulf shoresThe hangout Jay Williams BandLuLu’s Greg Brown/PeekPapa Rocco’s The Bama BoysTacky Jacks Sugarcane Jane orange BeachBaumhower’s Justin Forbes Bimini Bobs Tony BowersCompleat Angler

Destiny Brown Island Times Daiquiri Bar Rusty Taborspanish FortBluegill Restaurant Dale Drinkard Jr. / Tip Tops

MoNDAY, JuLY 7Gulf shoresBig o’s Chase Brown The hangout The Investment /Ellux FurorLuLu’s Brent Burns Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

TuEsDAY, JuLY 8Gulf shoresThe hangout Peek / DJ SrembaLuLu’s Adam HoltPapa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

WEDNEsDAY, JuLY 9Gulf shoresThe hangout Mario Mena Band / Ellux FurorLuLu’s CoConut RadioPapa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBordeorange BeachBaumhower’s Mike EagenBimini Bobs Greg BrownCompleat Angler Jay WilliamsIsland Times Daiquiri Bar RezToby keith’s I Love This Bar Craig Campbell

spanish FortBluegill Restaurant Ross +1

ThuRsDAY, JuLY 10Gulf shoresThe hangout Cornbred / Adam Holt Band LuLu’s Kyle and KarlPapa Rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark LaBordeorange BeachBaumhower’s Jerry PowellCompleat Angler Jay Williams happy harbor Cowboy Johnson Island Times Daiquiri Bar Knee Deep Band Live Bait Whiskey Kiss

FRIDAY, JuLY 11Daphne

Moe’s original Bar B Que Kyle and KarlFairhopeold 27 Grill Mitch Johnston Windmill Market Nathan Quinley / Grayson CappsGulf shoresThe hangout VooDoo Gumbo /Foxy IguanasLuLu’s Alvarado Road ShowPapa Rocco’s The Bama BoysTacky Jacks Tommy Morse orange BeachBaumhower’s Double DBimini Bobs Greg BrownCompleat Angler Tyler Champion happy harbor The Core

James Wesley will perform at Toby keith’s I Love This Bar on July 18.

Answers:Puzzles on page 30


Island Times Daiquiri Bar Logan Spicer BandLive Bait Whiskey KissToby keith’s I Love This Bar James Wesley spanish FortEastern shore Center The Real Hooks

sATuRDAY, JuLY 12DaphneMoe’s original Bar B Que The Stereo Dogs Fairhopeold 27 Grill Sarah Percy Windmill Market LeLand ClayGulf shoresThe hangout VooDoo Gumbo /Oak and AshLuLu’s Alvarado Road Show Papa Rocco’s The Bama BoysTacky Jacks Pale Moon Rising orange BeachBaumhower’s Tyler Champion Bimini Bobs Jerry PowellCompleat Angler Greg Brownhappy harbor Jon Davis Island Times Daiquiri Bar Turbo CrabLive Bait Whiskey Kiss

suNDAY, JuLY 13Fairhopeold 27 Grill Lisa Zanghi Windmill Market Alison Pritchard Gulf shoresThe hangout Kyle and Karl / The Perry Wall LuLu’s Greg BrownPapa Rocco’s The Bama BoysTacky Jacks Barstool Surfers orange BeachBaumhower’s Justin ForbesBimini Bobs Tony BowersCompleat Angler Destiny Brown happy harbor Hannah Aldridge Live Bait DJ Aric Wildespanish FortBluegill Restaurant Stereofauna

MoNDAY, JuLY 14Gulf shoresBig o’s Chase BrownThe hangout Peek / DJ SrembaLuLu’s Brent BurnsPapa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

TuEsDAY, JuLY 15Gulf shoresThe hangout Peek / DJ Sremba LuLu’s Grits N PiecesPapa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBordespanish FortBluegill Restaurant Mobile Big Band Society

WEDNEsDAY, JuLY 16Gulf shoresThe hangout Category 4 / Ellux FurorLuLu’s Cool RayzPapa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBordeorange BeachBaumhower’s Mike EagenBimini Bobs Greg BrownCompleat Angler Jay Williams happy harbor Hannah Wallace spanish FortBluegill Restaurant Ross +1

ThuRsDAY, JuLY 17Gulf shoresThe hangout Cornbred / Adam Holt BandLuLu’s CoConut RadioPapa Rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark LaBordeorange BeachBaumhower’s Jerry Powell Bimini Bobs Ric McArthurCompleat Angler Jay Williams happy harbor Lee Yankie DuoIsland Times Daiquiri Bar Shiny Objects Live Bait Grand Theft Autospanish FortEastern shore Center Sugarcane Jane

FRIDAY, JuLY 18DaphneMoe’s original Bar B Que

Harrison McInnis / Mitch Johnston

Fairhopeold 27 Grill Them Again Windmill Market Harrison McInnis Gulf shoresThe hangout Jamie Bergeron and the Kickin’ Cajuns / Foxy IguanasLuLu’s The Nashville GangPapa Rocco’s The Bama BoysTacky Jacks Alvarado Road Show orange BeachBaumhower’s Double DBimini Bobs Greg BrownCompleat Angler Tyler Champion happy harbor Rez Island Times Daiquiri Bar Jay Williams Band Live Bait Grand Theft Auto Toby keith’s I Love This Bar James Wesley

sATuRDAY, JuLY 19DaphneMoe’s original Bar B Que Allie Logan Fairhopeold 27 Grill Scott Albert Johnson Windmill Market Erik and Elisa Gulf shoresThe hangout Jamie Bergeron and the Kickin’ Cajuns / Shiny Objects

LuLu’s Sarah Percy / The Nashville GangPapa Rocco’s The Bama BoysTacky Jacks Alvarado Road Show orange BeachAmpitheater at The Wharf Peter Frampton and The Doobie Brothers Baumhower’s Tyler Champion Bimini Bobs Jerry PowellCompleat Angler Greg Brownhappy harbor Turbo CrabIsland Times Daiquiri Bar Vertigo Haze Live Bait Grand Theft Auto

suNDAY, JuLY 20Fairhopeold 27 Grill Melissa Joiner Windmill Market Stufy Summers Gulf shoresThe hangout Jay Williams Band / The Perry Wall LuLu’s Greg Brown / Blind Dog Mike and The HowlersPapa Rocco’s The Bama Boysspanish FortBluegill Restaurant Peek

oNGoINGRobertsdaleMagnolia Blossom Cafe live music every Friday nightsilverhillThe Porch live music every Saturday from 8 p.m.-midnight and Sunday from 4-7 p.m.

LiVE LOCAL MUsiC Don’t miss Grayson Capps at the Windmill Market July 11 along with Nathan Quinley.


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Jon RobitailleBeer/Wine Specialist at Cain’s Piggly [email protected]

With the arrival of summer, wine con-sumption tends to drop. Regardless of the reason, wine should not be overlooked as your beverage of choice during the summer months.

People avoid wine during the hot months because it is associated as a drink to “warm your bones.” The warming sensa-tion you get from drinking wine is actually your blood vessels di-lating near the skin. This physiological activity allows the body to release heat, thereby actually lowering your body temperature.

Finding the right opportunity to enjoy a bottle is as easy as going on a picnic. Grab you favorite picnic basket or light up the grill. Here’s a list of classic summer foods with a twist of wine.

Chicken and Champagne (or any sparkling wine): Fried chicken is the ultimate picnic food. It’s quick and easy and relatively inex-pensive to pick up a bucket and feed your crowd.

Why it works: The primary grapes used in the production of Champagne are Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. The weighty texture of a big, fruity Chardonnay balances the fat per-centage in fried chicken, and a bit of oak further strengthens the satisfying sensation.

Burgers and Bordeauxs: Chances are you’ll light up the grill as least once this summer and throw on a burger or two. Why not add a glass of wine?

Why it works: The classic grapes of Bordeaux are Cabernet Sau-vignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. All of which are classic pairings with red meats. For a variation, try a dry Bordeaux rosé.

Pigs and Pinots: Pork tenderloin is another good choice for the grill. Combine it with Pinot Noir, a light bodied red wine. Togeth-er, they share a sweet succulence and smoky undertone. Pinot Noir balances both pork’s lean and fatty cuts because of its bright acidity and velvety texture.

Ribs and Zin: Grilled ribs smothered with a sweet tangy barbe-cue sauce needs a bold wine as a counterbalance. The juicy dark berries and black pepper in Zinfandel make it perfect for ribs.

By scott Gentry [email protected]

In honor of Independence Day, I want to show special rev-erence to the most popular beer consumed on the fourth of July. These are the gas station beers, the college beers

and the lawn-mower beers. I’m talking about the ubiquitous Bud, Miller and Coors, or BMC for short. I’m sure you’re familiar with the brands. But what are they, really?

Some are called American adjunct lagers. Beers like this are actually international in their popularity, but in ‘Merica, we can find Budweiser, Miller High Life and Coors Origi-nal. Up in Canada, they have Molson Golden, and down in Australia, they have Foster’s Lager. In Japan they drink Kirin Lager.

Expect these beers to be very light in flavor. In fact, strong flavors are considered a fault in this style. You’d be hard pressed to find a beer that is more highly carbonated than this style, which gives a slight bite-on-the-tongue charac-teristic. The key to this style of beer is a hefty percentage of adjuncts; that is, in addition to the staple malted barley, these beers include either rice or corn to impart their char-acteristic light flavor.

But the preferred example (at least in my mind) of these beers are the Lite American Lagers. These beers are ultimate-

ly intended to be refreshing, thirst-quenching and appealing to the broadest range of the general pub-lic as possible. You know these guys as Miller Lite, Bud Light, and Coors Light.

The basic difference between this style of beer and the American adjunct lager is simply less “stuff”: less alcohol, less International Bitterness Units (IBUs) and overall just a little less flavor.

These beers are best served in a frosty glass or in a bottle or can straight from an iced down cooler. Keep in mind this is the ONLY beer style you want to serve in a frozen mug.

You can pair these beers with pretty much any food and it kinda works, just like how a glass of water works with most any dish. But you likely already knew that. You can also pair it with a barbecue, cookout, NASCAR race, crawfish boil, hunting camp or yard work with good results. But ... you could also pair a more flavorful beer with those events and have even better results.

scott Gentry

Jon Robitaille

It just wouldn’t be a picnic without the wine


see page 27 for answers.


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“Alice I have Been by Melanie Benjamin tells the story of the real Alice in Wonderland. I adore historical fiction — the book is beautifully writ-ten, and the reader will become completely im-mersed in its narrative.”Recommended by Joanna Bailey Librarian, Bay Minette Public Library

“The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt. A couple of the ladies in my book club said it was good, so I read it and found myself enjoying it. It was tough to start due to its subject matter, but it was an excellent read.”Recommended by karla kantFirst Lady of Fairhope

“The Bully Pulpit by Doris Kearns Goodwin. It’s an excellent historical piece about Teddy Roo-sevelt, William Howard Taft and their relation-ships with the “muckrak-ing” press of that time. Spellbinding book that I couldn’t put down.”Recommended by Cliff McCollumManaging editor, Gulf Coast Newspapers

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