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Table of ContentsPage

A look at local businesses ................. 6Holiday Announcements ..................... 15Gulf Shores holiday events ................. 16Black Friday Tips ................................. 20Holiday Calendar ................................. 22

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Acceptance Loan / Bay Minette .................................. 33Acceptance Loan / Foley ............................................ 29Backyard Paradise ...................................................... 24The Beach Club ........................................................... 10Big Daddy’s Grill ......................................................... 18Blue Water Ships Store ............................................... 16The Book Exchange ................................................... 30Brenny’s Jewelry Co ................................................... 36Butts On The Beach ..................................................... 3B&B Pecans ............................................................... 17Cadeaux Caches ....................................................... 25Cashsaver ................................................................... 34 Christi Mossburg, RE/MAX By The Bay ................. 31Christmas ‘Round the Corner ...................................... 20Coastal Chorale .......................................................... 23Coastal Christmas ....................................................... 9Desoto’s Restaurant ................................................... 28Dutchman’s Lawn ....................................................... 24Edible Arrangements ................................................. 24Fine Furnishings ........................................................ 32The French Quarter .................................................... 6Furniture City ............................................................. 11Furniture Mart ........................................................... 28Gulf Shores Family Pharmacy ............................... 22The Happy Olive ...................................................... 22The Happy Shak ......................................................... 19Heritage Antique Mall ............................................ 21Home Boy Brewing ................................................ 23JBT Power ............................................................... 23Lee Drugs ................................................................ 14Manning Jewelry ..................................................... 21McKenzie Street Florist ............................................ 12Mossy Oak ................................................................... 7Ole Bay Mercantile ................................................ 31Original Oyster House ............................................. 35Parke Place Jewelry ............................................... 11Parkway Equipment (Stilh) ...................................... 10Performing Arts ........................................................ 15Piggly Wiggly ................................................................ 5Punta Clara ................................................................. 20R’dale Feed ................................................................ 12 Rick’s Gun .................................................................. 14Riviera Utilities .......................................................... 13Robert Moore & Co. ................................................... 1Salon Masquerade ..................................................... 15Silhouette Salon ......................................................... 17Smokehouse Cafe ..................................................... 30Southern Veranda ..................................................... 16Stagecoach Cafe ...................................................... 26Tom Jones Pottery .................................................... 27 Two Old Broads ........................................................ 25UPS Stores ................................................................ 23Ware Jewelers ............................................................. 2Wrights Drug ............................................................. 30

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With the busy Christmas season rapidly ap-proaching, shoppers might find a helping hand in area businesses as they offer perfect

gifts for widely varied family and friends. From high fashion boutiques to down-home items, get ready to enjoy a wonderful experience as much as loved ones enjoy their gifts.

But the area has more than gift items — find fix-ings for holiday meals, salon styles and even lawn mower service.

If the shopping list seems to continue growing, never fear; Baldwin County brims with businesses ready to help you check it twice.

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Backyard ParadiseBackyard Paradise features a Christmas special of

a Primo grill for $99 with a free spatula. Other store items include outdoor kitchens, patio covers and decks, pergolas and arbors. For more information, visit BackyardParadise.biz.

Cadeaux CachesCadeaux Caches’ Donna Ratajczak said the shop

has great options and gift selections.“We are a great store to shop if you are looking for

that something affordable, unique, different or that one-of-a-kind gift,” she began. “We just got back from a buying trip in New Mexico — where we trade with 12 Indian Nations for the most amazing Indian jew-elry, accessories and wall decor. The pieces are all hand crafted by American Indians with sterling silver and natural stones.”

But one-of-a-kind options don’t end there.“Another great selling Christmas idea is our Scien-

tific Toys,” she said. “The prices range from $2.50 to $99. We carry Earth Globes that show the city lights around the world, hand boilers, globes that float in mid-air, pet tornados, praxinoscopes (animators), musical ties, disappearing money banks ... just to name a few. We also have an incredible selection of Fair Trade. Our items come directly from communi-ties around the globe. Our Fair Trade selection(s) are never manufactured; all our pieces are handmade

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with natural products. Our store is fully stocked with a selection of the most exquisite Himalayan Purses, Mexican Weekend Bags, Guatemalan Scented Coast-ers, Peruvian Bread Warmers, African Masks, Turk-ish Dishes, Vietnamese Instruments and Dragonflies, a bestseller, and Russian Dolls. This is just a small sample of the global collection we carry at Cadeaux Caches.”

The shop also carries items from area artists.“Local art is an essential part of our store’s vision,”

she explained. “We carry over 30 local artists. This includes hand beaded water purses, a best seller, handmade beauty products, soap, a best seller, (shea, goat’s milk, honey, loofa), jewelry, paintings, key chains, honey, ornaments (okra, oyster, driftwood, sea glass), Old South art and local photography. At Cadeaux Caches, we pride ourselves on true original-ity — our items are handpicked from both local and global artisans. We truly embody the vision of think-ing globally and buying locally. If you are looking for that truly unique shopping experience, or that one of a kind gift that you won’t find anywhere else — shop Cadeaux Caches.”

Christmas 'Round the CornerChristmas ‘Round the Corner’s Glenda Courtney,

buyer and manager, said the shop has all your Christ-mas needs.

“We have nautical to hunting and fishing, ballerina and fairy ornaments,” she said. “And that’s just a few of the things we carry.”

Other ornaments include: Christopher Radko from Poland; Christina’s World from Poland; Brush Fire from Hattiesburg, Miss.; Dickens villages, North Pole villages, original Snow villages and blown glass from Egypt, she said.

The store also has Dept. 56 Snowbabies and Byers Choice carolers.

“We have something for everybody: the Santas, the nutcrackers,” she offered.

finefurnishingsSandra Grice of finefurnishings explained that the

store has a number of brands and styles to fit any taste.

“With a large selection of fine gifts, dinnerware, home décor, lighting and furnishings, finefurnishings is a unique place to discover special holiday items or a little indulgence of your own this holiday season,” she said. “Our appealing gift lines include VIETRI, Simon Pearce, Vagabond House, Trapp Candles, Cal-drea, among many others. Beautiful antique, vintage, cottage, and transitional furnishings fill our show-room along with lovely lighting, accessories, and unique treasures for an inviting home.”

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tight schedules, too.“finefurnishings is committed to bringing you a

personalized experience with profound customer service,” she said. “Our holiday hours are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.-4 p.m., or for those unable to make it during holiday hours, we are happy to serve you by appointment.”

The store offers free gift wrapping, local delivery, and gift registries.

“In addition, now through Nov 30 we are offering a free gift with a Simon Pearce purchase of $250 or more while supplies last.

“In the spirit of Fairhope’s celebration of ‘Grinch-mas’ this holiday season and for a genuine love of the arts, finefurnishings is partnering with high schools along the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay and The Exceptional Foundation of the Gulf Coast to create a condensed story board from the 1966 cartoon ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas.’ Each art club will design and create a familiar Grinch scene to be displayed in finefurnishings' window … and all scenes will be displayed along Pine Street.”

Furniture CityJoe Kitchens, owner of Furniture City, said the

store has big and small items in home furnishings.“We’ve got recliners, gliders, outdoor cypress fur-

niture, sofas, bedroom and dining room suites on sale from Black Friday through Dec. 14,” he said. “We’ve been here over 52 years serving Baldwin County. We’re family owned and operated.”

He said the store will offer discounts up to 50 per-cent off and shoppers can purchase smaller items to accentuate established homes.

“We have home accent pieces, lamps, area rugs and have brands like Lane, Best, England, Vaughan-Bassett, Ashely and many other name brands.”

The Happy ShakKatie Flanagan of The Happy Shak said, “The

Happy Shak store has moved to Foley, three-fourths of a mile south of County Road 12 and is hoping to be your one stop place for Christmas this year. Along with a new stock of retro toys, we also have hand-made tie dye, hippie clothing, incense, jewelry, bags and anything that will take you back to the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s, and we won't break your budget.”

Home Boy Brewing CompanyJoy McCombs offered shoppers a glimpse of unique

items found at the Foley store.“Home Boy Brewing Company is a specialty retail

store carrying everything the home brewer or wine

maker needs,” she explained. “We have a wide selec-tion of beer kits, wine kits and ingredients for your special recipe. We stock all the accessories, too, so come by and check us out.”

In the Company of AngelsDiane Douglas of In the Company of Angels said

this store helps ring in the holiday spirit.“For 25 years, In the Company of Angels has pro-

vided uplifting gifts and accessories to our coastal area. This ‘Go-To’ Shop for locals and ‘Must-See’ for visitors now welcomes all to the true ‘message’ of Christmas. Angels, crosses and lambs share shelf space with shepherds and nativities in a newly expanded thoughtfulness shop anchoring Fairhope’s French Quarter. Specially-themed areas of the shop invite everyone to browse undisturbed throughout the shop with friendly service just a heartbeat away.”

Selection and shop design aside, thoughtful ser-vice puts icing on this Christmas cake.

“’Thinking baskets’ are scattered nearby to collect any selection one might be considering.”

Mossy OakLynn Schubert, store manager of Mossy Oak, said

that the store has plenty of Southern charm and sports inspiration for gift givers.

“We have camo for the entire family, from new-born to granddad, including the dog,” she said with a laugh. “We also carry an entire line of UnderArmour, and we have Tervis Tumblers that make a great gift. We also have team T-shirts including Alabama and Auburn items to get ready for your Iron Bowl party.

We do carry Yeti coolers and we have a complete selection of Mossy Oak logo items. We also have John Deere toys for the younger ones. And our trained staff is on hand to help you out with your selection.”

Parke Place JewelersSharon Parke said the shop has a wide variety of

items.“Parke Place Jewelry in Foley since 1999 is your

local jewelry store,” she said. “The largest selec-tion of pre-owned and gemstone jewelry in Baldwin County, we have something for everyone. We offer repair service for your gold and silver jewelry and watches.”

Parke also said shoppers can make and save money instead of just spending it.

“Need some holiday cash? Parke Place Jewelry will buy your old gold and silver,” she said. “Gift items are 75 percent off. Now through Christmas is 25 per-cent off silver jewelry. Visit us at Parke Place Jewelry, 105 S. McKenzie St. in downtown Foley Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m-.2 p.m. Be sure to check out our eBay store by logging onto

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It’s a growing — and glowing — collection of existing and new holiday events designed to showcase our Coastal Baldwin region as the perfect destination for holiday travel and shopping opportunities. Many businesses, local organizations and governmental entities have come together to bring you this new annual event series.Please look for our Coastal Christmas special section with detailed Coastal Christmas events the next three Fridays in your Gulf Coast Newspaper.

The following businesses will have great gift and Holiday suggestions in the Coastal Christmas special section:

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Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach26389 Canal Road,

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The Meat Mart @ Orange Beach

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Be-jeweled Jewelers4830 Wharf Parkway, Suite

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WALL DÉCOR Frame Shop & Gallery

25299 Canal Road (Canal Plaza) # A-4, Orange Beach, AL 36561

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Life’s A Canvas27267 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Suite C-103 SanRoc CayOrange Beach, AL 36561

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ALL THINGS Nautical25299 Canal Road (Canal Plaza) # A-5,

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Tom Jones PotteryTom Jones explained that artful pottery items make

unique gifts.“This will be our 34th annual Christmas Open

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He also said that shoppers can look forward to a special event.

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Rick's GunBrian Lowell, treasurer of Rick’s Gun, offered ideas

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He said current events have affected this year’s sales.

“What’s hot right now — ammunition because its hard to get,” he revealed. “It comes and goes so fast — 22 ammo is very, very hard to get; I’ll get a small shipment in and it’s gone in a day or two.”

Robert Moore Christmas StoreLarry Heard, general manager of Robert Moore

Christmas Store, explained that the business has a wide variety of items and cost.

“The big thing that we have is such a fantastic selection,” he began. “We have Swarovski Crystal — a new crystal ball this year, it’s the only ornament like it. There are only 1,000 in the United States and we have more than most. We have very rare Lladro ornaments. We’re not so trendy as much as tradition-

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Beyond typical Christmas items, Heard said, “We have a great selection of Mardi Gras items.”

He also said that Christmas isn’t always about the bottom line.

“We want people to come for the enjoyment of the Christmas store,” he said. “We hope they buy stuff, but if you don’t buy and you enjoyed yourself, that’s great too.”

Two Old BroadsCharlene Patterson Rathburn of Two Old Broads

said the store combines great products with customer service.

“It’s customer service with a smile — come in, have a glass of wine with us and enjoy yourself,” she said. “We have apple cider, coffee, chardonnay …”

But variety doesn’t stop there; it applies to gift items as well.

“We have jewelry, scarves, decorations, serving

trays, men’s products, wallets and belts made from bicycle innertubes — it’s a company in Seattle who’s really into not having a landfill. It’s just kind of a funky thing for men and it helps the environment; it’s unusual and it feels like fine leather. We also have soap, gourmet items, napkin rings, original art — we’re kind of different.”

She said, “Shopping during the holidays is some-what stressful. We even have a concierge service. When you buy items with us, you leave them while you go on about your shopping. We gift wrap them, then when you’re finished, just call us and we’ll bring them to your car. It’s because parking in down-town Fairhope during the holidays is impossible.”

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Edible ArrangementsMarcy of Edible Arrangements said this is the

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Foley Art CenterThe Performing Arts Association’s Foley Art Cen-

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JBT PowerGregg at JBT Power said the business is ready to

meet customer needs.“We are locally and veteran owned and operated;

we are open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon,” he offered. “We will close from Dec. 21st through 29th. We will also be offering free pickup and delivery within 10 miles of Daphne in December and January on repairs, so its a great time to get your mower serviced.”

McKenzie Street FloristMarie Correa said the shop couples Southern hos-

pitality with quality floral products.“McKenzie Street Florist & Specialty Rental blends

the history rich City of Foley with unique, one of kind elements creating a boutique shop that not only specializes in flowers, but also in the personality that is the South.”

She offered some insight on top gifts for 2013.“The hot gifts this Christmas Season is tea and

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“We have a large selection of wreaths, small and large trees, ornaments and Christmas décor available in our boutique,” she noted. “You can pick from our designs or work with our staff to create your own style.”

UPS, DaphneDavid Nelson, owner of the Daphne UPS store,

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UPS, Spanish FortOwner Matthew Wargo said that holidays start

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You are cordially invited to a Christmas Celebration at the Baldwin County Heritage Museum on Sunday Dec. 8, from 2-4 p.m. Join us for our Christmas Tree display as we celebrate the many different cultures that helped shape Baldwin County.

During this celebration, we will also host the Angel Memory Tree and lighting with entertainment and light refreshments. This tree is filled with tributes in memory or in honor of friends, family and loved ones. For a donation of $10 each, an Angel will be named and placed on the tree for the one you want to remem-ber or honor.

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The Baldwin County Youth Orchestra will ring in the holiday season on Dec. 3 with special performanc-es by IMPACT Children’s Theatre Group. The group will perform “Tiramisu, with a Touch of Christmas” featuring original holiday music. Showtimes are 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.

The play, written by Patti Woods, demonstrates the true meaning of Christmas in a story based in a ‘50s era diner on Christmas Eve. The play is complete with carol singing, dance tunes, and holiday music to make this production entertaining, educational and memo-rable.

The orchestra’s annual Christmas Concert will be held on Dec. 9 and will include the organizations be-ginning strings and band classes, adult strings, youth strings, wind ensemble and their premier advanced youth orchestra. The Youth Orchestra currently in-cludes string and band students from eight different Baldwin County Schools as well as some private and homeschool students.

Both concerts are free to the public, however dona-tions will be welcome as well as new toys for the Toys for Tots program. More information is available at the organization’s website, bcyorchestra.com or by email, [email protected]. Sponsorships and silent auc-tion items are also welcome.

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Whether it’s catching a hilarious holiday musical or marveling at the glow of the lighted parade, families won’t have to look very far for a little fun and excite-ment this season.

The City of Gulf Shores has announced a full slate of events planned for its annual holiday celebration and invites locals and visitors to enjoy their Christmas on the Alabama Gulf Coast.

“The City of Gulf Shores is proud to be partnering with the Alabama Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce and local businesses in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach to promote the Coastal Christmas campaign,” Grant Brown, recreation and cultural affairs director, said. “We encourage all businesses to participate by deco-rating for the season to help make our community an unforgettable holiday destination.”

Gulf Shores will kick off their holiday festivities at the Erie H. Meyer Civic Center on Tuesday, Dec. 3 with A Christmas Musical Celebration starring pianist, vo-calist and musical director Brian Gurl. This five person production features a wide variety of Christmas melo-dies and holiday favorites — performed like you’ve

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“The audience bet-ter get ready for a jazzy, rocky, white hot, rollick-ing good time,” Gurl said. “Greensleeves will never be the same and Jingle Bells better hang on for dear life because we’re going to melt Frosty faster than a balmy Gulf Shores afternoon.”

Free tickets for the show are available at the Activ-ity Center box office on a first come, first serve basis. The box office is located at 260 Clubhouse Drive and office hours are Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

The holiday fun continues on Friday, Dec. 6 with the Gulf Shores Lighted Christmas Parade and Beach Celebration. The evening parade will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will feature festive lighted floats from around the region. Large crowds of spectators looking to soak up the holiday spirit are anticipated along Highway 59 as parade entries make their way from Clubhouse Drive to the Gulf Shores Public Beach.

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Dedicated shoppers understand that Black Friday sales come with a steep price tag all their own. There’s waking up in the wee-hours, stumbling through a dark house for clothes and coffee, cold morning air and long lines for door busters. Oftentimes, the day after Thanks-giving brings more negative results than indigestion and surprisingly shrunken jeans. After a morning filled with stress, wanted items are often sold out or unavail-able in your needed, size, color, theme ...But a little planning goes a long way. Some internet research or a Thanksgiving evening sitting amid sale papers can mean time well spent and deal dreams, a reality.

Step 1: Create a shopping listStart by writing down all the names of family and friends for whom you intend to buy Christmas gifts. While you may not know what item to buy them, a list of names will get your wheels turning and help guide your store map.

Step 2: Sale focusPeruse sale papers and websites to find deals that fit the likes and wants of those on your list. The Bass Pro Shops catalogue might tempt you with incredible discounts, but if your shopping list contains all women, that might not be your best bet. (Save our lovely hunt-resses and female fishing enthusiasts!) Same goes for toy stores. No matter how cute the wares, focus your at-tention on the shopping list and avoid toy stores if the children have all grown up.

Step 3: Timing is everythingOnce you’ve selected your stores, see which one opens earliest, second, third, etc. Be sure to look for door buster deals, limited availability, early bird coupons and Thanksgiving Day opportunities. Plan your trip based on opening times and most desired items. I’ve been known to make a dash by Old Time Pottery just to secure my early bird coupon, go get other door busters at different places, then come back to shop and use my discount.

Step 4: Early is everythingArriving at shops early is a good idea since many people are after the same thing you are. Lines can wrap around buildings and parking can be impossible, so get in line and prepare yourself for a long day. Eat a good breakfast, dress according to weather range, be courte-ous and try not to get trampled.

Step 5: Call in reinforcementsIf friends or family members are available, take them with you. Helpers can grab one item while you go for another. Get what’s most important first; there will be time for strolling later. If friends are as enthralled as you are, coordinate your schedules together. Maybe you can grab items for her at one store, and she can grab for you at the next.

At the end of the day, take time to soak those tired feet. Eat leftovers instead of slaving in the kitchen. And don’t forget to show off all your deal steals to your ever-so-interested spouse or call up a friend to brag. Christmas doesn’t have to break the bank, just use those marvelous multi-tasking skills and get ready for some holiday fun.


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Coastal Chorale Christmas Show7:30 p.m., Dec. 6$15Foley United Methodist Church Spirit Center, 915 North Pine St., FoleyA Night to Remember: Selections include: “O Holy Night,” “Carol of the Bells,” “Christmas on Broadway,” “For Unto Us a Child is Born,” “Everywhere Christmas Tonight,” “O Come, O Come,” “Emmanuel,” “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas,” “Africa Noel.”Coastalchorale.com

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Christmas in the Park6 p.m., Dec. 6FreeHeritage Park, Highway 59, FoleyCome out and hear carols, sip hot cocoa, enjoy the lighting of the Christmas Tree, and visit with Santa. Free cocoa and snack for all.Linda Hula 251-943-1300

“Nuncrackers, The Nunsense Christmas Musical”7:30 p.m., Dec. 6$18 students, $15 children under 2 freeSouth Baldwin Community Theater, 2022 W. 2nd St., Gulf Shores“Nuncrackers” is the fourth show in Dan Goggin’s series of “NUNSENSE” musicals and this is the first “TV Special” taped by the sisters in their convent basement studio for cable access. It features all new songs including: “Twelve Days Prior to Christmas,” “Santa Ain’t Coming to Our House,” “We Three Kings of Orient Are Us” and “It’s Better To Give Than Receive.” “Nuncrackers” will make you laugh and maybe tug at your heartstrings. It’s the perfect way to insure your holiday season is merry and bright.sbct.biz/schedules—synopses/nuncrackers-the nun-sense.html

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Compassionate Friends, a Nondenominational Celebration6:45 p.m., Dec. 8Grace Lutheran Church, 491 W. 23 Ave., Gulf Shores, Located on the corner of 23rd Ave. W. and 4th St. W.Friends and family are invited to join us for a celebration of the lives we shared with children who have died. Candle lighting Service will begin at 6:45 p.m. on Dec. 8. We will be lighting candles at 7 p.m. Please join us to celebrate the memories of our children who have lost their lives.

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Baldwin County Youth Orchestra7-9 p.m., Dec. 9Daphne Civic Center, Daphne

Baldwin Pops’ Christmas Concert7-9 p.m., Dec. 9FreeFoley Civic Center, 407 E. Laurel Ave., FoleyAttendees are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to be donated to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. Representatives from the U.S. Marine Corps will be in the lobby of the Civic Center to collect the toys. The Baldwin Pops will perform many of the holiday favorites for which they are known, including carols from the British Isles, “Greensleeves,” “Christmas Holiday” and their showpiece, the “Nut-cracker Suite” 251-943-1300, VisitFoley.org

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Festival of Nativities10 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 13-15FreeSt. Paul’s Church, DaphneThis special exhibit has featured more than 400 nativity displays in a variety of mediums, representing religions and traditions from countries all over the world. No admission will be charged and refreshments will be available. The exhibit is especially child-friendly, with a crèche play area, puzzles, books and crafts offered-all especially designed for students aged four and up.251-626-2421 or [email protected] or StPaulsEasternShore.com


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