Community Calendar

This October, MAC's Gallery @ Room 1927 will feature two exhibitions: "A Celebration of Hispanic Artists" and "Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftsmanship." Gallery Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays - Fridays and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. These exhibitions will hang through Friday, October 29th. In conjunction with Hispanic Heritage Month, we will be featuring "A Celebration of Hispanic Artists" with recent photographs by Daniel Domenzain (pictured) and works on paper by Alma Hoffman. This exhibition is marked by the bold use of color and drastic contrast in both artists' compositions, which will be arranged together in the front portion of the gallery. We will also feature "Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftsmanship" by the Society of American Period Furniture Makers, Gulf States Chapter. The Society of American Period Furniture Makers, (SAPFM), is a non-profit organization whose mission is to further the understanding and appreciation of American "Period" furniture, its history, and to teach the methods of how it was made. The organization’s focus is on making historic furniture reproductions. They offer classes for those interested in learning woodworking techniques, design, restoration, and the history of this craft. The Gulf States Chapter brings the benefits of the SAPFM to the Central Gulf Region of the United States. The group’s “Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftmanship” will feature a variety of pieces made by the group, as well as live woodworking demonstrations. Representatives will be available to answer any questions throughout ArtWalk night!

MOBILE, AL – Walks and Wags will begin offering a 20% discount for all first responders, medical personnel and their pets, effective immediately. Walks and Wags is stepping up to show appreciation and support for the countless hours and sacrifices made by first responders and medical personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Our hearts go out to everyone being impacted by this global crisis, and without the brave first responders and medical staff working in hospitals and clinics, this situation could be even worse,” says owner Cindie Carter. “This is our way of saying thank you, and hopefully providing some peace of mind that their pets are healthy, happy, and well cared-for when they are working long hours on behalf of their families and others.” This 20% discount may be used for Dog Boarding & Dog Daycare services. Those eligible for the discount simply need to go to our website, fill out the new client information, and one of our reservation specialists will contact you immediately. Please mention the promotion and provide a picture of your ID. to Walks and Wags. Those at Walks and Wags say that their clients become members of the family, and they want to provide solutions for them in any way they can. They are encouraging pet parents to call and discuss any of their pet care needs, especially those who are considered high risk and may not be able to leave their homes for dog food or pet medications. About WALKS AND WAGS: Family owned by Cindie and Larry Carter, Walks and Wags is conveniently located at 631 Azalea Road, Mobile, AL 36609, [between Cottage Hill and Pleasant Valley next to Putting on the Ritz] and offers Doggie Daycare, Overnight Lodging, Grooming, Training, and Pet Taxi services. The team at Walks and Wags is devoted to creating a unique and customized experience based on the needs of each pet and the wishes of each pet parent, while ensuring the health, happiness, and safety of each guest. Website: WalksandWags.com / Phone: (251) 643-1615 / Email: info@walksandwags.com

The USA Percussion Ensemble will perform their Fall Concert on Monday, October 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. This concert program will include cutting-edge works by contemporary composers for percussion ensemble, including works for a vast array of pitched and unpitched percussion instruments. The ensemble is directed by Dr. Zachary Webb.

This October, MAC's Gallery @ Room 1927 will feature two exhibitions: "A Celebration of Hispanic Artists" and "Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftsmanship." Gallery Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays - Fridays and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. These exhibitions will hang through Friday, October 29th. In conjunction with Hispanic Heritage Month, we will be featuring "A Celebration of Hispanic Artists" with recent photographs by Daniel Domenzain (pictured) and works on paper by Alma Hoffman. This exhibition is marked by the bold use of color and drastic contrast in both artists' compositions, which will be arranged together in the front portion of the gallery. We will also feature "Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftsmanship" by the Society of American Period Furniture Makers, Gulf States Chapter. The Society of American Period Furniture Makers, (SAPFM), is a non-profit organization whose mission is to further the understanding and appreciation of American "Period" furniture, its history, and to teach the methods of how it was made. The organization’s focus is on making historic furniture reproductions. They offer classes for those interested in learning woodworking techniques, design, restoration, and the history of this craft. The Gulf States Chapter brings the benefits of the SAPFM to the Central Gulf Region of the United States. The group’s “Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftmanship” will feature a variety of pieces made by the group, as well as live woodworking demonstrations. Representatives will be available to answer any questions throughout ArtWalk night!

Duane Lamb Col. Lamb will share about UA’s Tree Farm Project. Itbegan last year when the fallen seeds from grand magnolias on the Bryce Campus, the President’s Mansion, and Gorgas House were collected. Lamb stated, “Cultivating the seedlings and cuttings within our own greenhouse is cost-effective for our institution,as well as helps build camaraderie among different department employees who are making our tree farm a reality.” Throughout history, trees have often been considered sacred and honorable. Our presenter feels that way about trees, but especially about the trees on The University of Alabama campus. Col. Duane Lamb, UA associate VP for Facilities and Grounds is passionate about his job. Register here: https://www.enrole.com/ua/jsp/index.jsp?categoryId=10237

MOBILE, AL – Walks and Wags will begin offering a 20% discount for all first responders, medical personnel and their pets, effective immediately. Walks and Wags is stepping up to show appreciation and support for the countless hours and sacrifices made by first responders and medical personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Our hearts go out to everyone being impacted by this global crisis, and without the brave first responders and medical staff working in hospitals and clinics, this situation could be even worse,” says owner Cindie Carter. “This is our way of saying thank you, and hopefully providing some peace of mind that their pets are healthy, happy, and well cared-for when they are working long hours on behalf of their families and others.” This 20% discount may be used for Dog Boarding & Dog Daycare services. Those eligible for the discount simply need to go to our website, fill out the new client information, and one of our reservation specialists will contact you immediately. Please mention the promotion and provide a picture of your ID. to Walks and Wags. Those at Walks and Wags say that their clients become members of the family, and they want to provide solutions for them in any way they can. They are encouraging pet parents to call and discuss any of their pet care needs, especially those who are considered high risk and may not be able to leave their homes for dog food or pet medications. About WALKS AND WAGS: Family owned by Cindie and Larry Carter, Walks and Wags is conveniently located at 631 Azalea Road, Mobile, AL 36609, [between Cottage Hill and Pleasant Valley next to Putting on the Ritz] and offers Doggie Daycare, Overnight Lodging, Grooming, Training, and Pet Taxi services. The team at Walks and Wags is devoted to creating a unique and customized experience based on the needs of each pet and the wishes of each pet parent, while ensuring the health, happiness, and safety of each guest. Website: WalksandWags.com / Phone: (251) 643-1615 / Email: info@walksandwags.com

The USA Trombone Choir will perform their Fall Concert on Tuesday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. The ensemble is directed by Dr. Arie VandeWaa. Selections performed on this concert are a part of the Carolina Trombone Ensemble Project, a consortium dedicated to new compositions for trombone ensemble. The consortium and performance also includes works by women composers and composers of color, and is dedicated to creating works that are tailored to a wide variety of styles and instrumentation.

This October, MAC's Gallery @ Room 1927 will feature two exhibitions: "A Celebration of Hispanic Artists" and "Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftsmanship." Gallery Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays - Fridays and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. These exhibitions will hang through Friday, October 29th. In conjunction with Hispanic Heritage Month, we will be featuring "A Celebration of Hispanic Artists" with recent photographs by Daniel Domenzain (pictured) and works on paper by Alma Hoffman. This exhibition is marked by the bold use of color and drastic contrast in both artists' compositions, which will be arranged together in the front portion of the gallery. We will also feature "Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftsmanship" by the Society of American Period Furniture Makers, Gulf States Chapter. The Society of American Period Furniture Makers, (SAPFM), is a non-profit organization whose mission is to further the understanding and appreciation of American "Period" furniture, its history, and to teach the methods of how it was made. The organization’s focus is on making historic furniture reproductions. They offer classes for those interested in learning woodworking techniques, design, restoration, and the history of this craft. The Gulf States Chapter brings the benefits of the SAPFM to the Central Gulf Region of the United States. The group’s “Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftmanship” will feature a variety of pieces made by the group, as well as live woodworking demonstrations. Representatives will be available to answer any questions throughout ArtWalk night!

MOBILE, AL – Walks and Wags will begin offering a 20% discount for all first responders, medical personnel and their pets, effective immediately. Walks and Wags is stepping up to show appreciation and support for the countless hours and sacrifices made by first responders and medical personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Our hearts go out to everyone being impacted by this global crisis, and without the brave first responders and medical staff working in hospitals and clinics, this situation could be even worse,” says owner Cindie Carter. “This is our way of saying thank you, and hopefully providing some peace of mind that their pets are healthy, happy, and well cared-for when they are working long hours on behalf of their families and others.” This 20% discount may be used for Dog Boarding & Dog Daycare services. Those eligible for the discount simply need to go to our website, fill out the new client information, and one of our reservation specialists will contact you immediately. Please mention the promotion and provide a picture of your ID. to Walks and Wags. Those at Walks and Wags say that their clients become members of the family, and they want to provide solutions for them in any way they can. They are encouraging pet parents to call and discuss any of their pet care needs, especially those who are considered high risk and may not be able to leave their homes for dog food or pet medications. About WALKS AND WAGS: Family owned by Cindie and Larry Carter, Walks and Wags is conveniently located at 631 Azalea Road, Mobile, AL 36609, [between Cottage Hill and Pleasant Valley next to Putting on the Ritz] and offers Doggie Daycare, Overnight Lodging, Grooming, Training, and Pet Taxi services. The team at Walks and Wags is devoted to creating a unique and customized experience based on the needs of each pet and the wishes of each pet parent, while ensuring the health, happiness, and safety of each guest. Website: WalksandWags.com / Phone: (251) 643-1615 / Email: info@walksandwags.com

This October, MAC's Gallery @ Room 1927 will feature two exhibitions: "A Celebration of Hispanic Artists" and "Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftsmanship." Gallery Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays - Fridays and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. These exhibitions will hang through Friday, October 29th. In conjunction with Hispanic Heritage Month, we will be featuring "A Celebration of Hispanic Artists" with recent photographs by Daniel Domenzain (pictured) and works on paper by Alma Hoffman. This exhibition is marked by the bold use of color and drastic contrast in both artists' compositions, which will be arranged together in the front portion of the gallery. We will also feature "Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftsmanship" by the Society of American Period Furniture Makers, Gulf States Chapter. The Society of American Period Furniture Makers, (SAPFM), is a non-profit organization whose mission is to further the understanding and appreciation of American "Period" furniture, its history, and to teach the methods of how it was made. The organization’s focus is on making historic furniture reproductions. They offer classes for those interested in learning woodworking techniques, design, restoration, and the history of this craft. The Gulf States Chapter brings the benefits of the SAPFM to the Central Gulf Region of the United States. The group’s “Furnishing America – The Ages of Quality Craftmanship” will feature a variety of pieces made by the group, as well as live woodworking demonstrations. Representatives will be available to answer any questions throughout ArtWalk night!