Community Calendar

Mobile County Master Gardeners are excited to invite you to the 2026 Tour of Gardens!

Explore one or all of our 8 outstanding gardens, clustered in three areas:
• Downtown/Midtown Gardens
• Springhill/West Mobile
• South Mobile County

Our gardens are designed and maintained by Master Gardeners, offering "how to" ideas for small and large gardens, plantings for sun and shade, as well as research-based information on highlighted plants.

Dates (Rain or shine...):
May 15, 9am-4pm
May 16, 9am-4pm
May 17, noon-4pm

Tickets: $20 per person

On-line ticket sales begin March 1 here:
https://www.mobilecountymastergardeners.org/2026tour
Tickets may also be purchased at any garden during the event.
~~~
As most gardens are at private homes, we cannot guarantee that all locations are handicapped accessible. Pets, strollers and smoking will not be allowed.

Southern Echo Chorale will conclude their 2025/2026 season with a spring concert at the Cathedral-Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, under the direction of Joseph Setzer. The all men's a cappella vocal ensemble will perform works by composers ranging from Palestrina to Ola Gjeilo, featuring Randall Thompson’s “Alleluia” and William Byrd’s “Mass for Three Voices”. Admission is free and open to the public. Donations at the door are encouraged. All are welcome!

Tuck Everlasting opens May 14 at CCT
In this charming musical, eleven-year-old Winnie Foster yearns for more from life. And more is unexpectedly within her reach when she meets the Tuck family. With them, she has the chance for immortality.
Which life will she choose?
Tuck Everlasting is a modern classic for audiences of all ages — a story meant to be shared across generations. It’s a perfect experience for families, friends and anyone looking for a meaningful night at the theatre. The production opens May 14 at Chickasaw Civic Theatre and runs through May 24.
Based on the novel by Natalie Babbitt, the musical was adapted for the stage by Claudia Shear and Tim Federle, with music by Chris Miller and Nathan Tysen.
Shadoe Valentin directs the CCT show which features Ellie Swalley as Winnie with Carter Hale Jr., Zach Petrie, Jennifer Precht and Matthew McIntyre as the Tuck family. Michael Devery, Nick Walden, Matthew Swalley, Stacie Holder and Trish Keller play other key roles, while DJ Cobb, Kat DeMoncrieff, Evan Hase, Reagan Hase, Colsson Layne, Griffin McIntyre, Brooklyn Mitchell, Elsa Precht, Evie Precht and Julia Wilkins complete the company.
Greg Wiggins is music director and Heidi Lemon is choreographer.
Tuck Everlasting will be presented for two four-day weekends, opening Thursday, May 14, and closing Sunday, May 24. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and at 2:30 p.m. Sundays.
Tickets are available via the CCT website, cctshows.com. Some tickets may be available at the door. Cost is $18 for adults; $15 for seniors, students and active military.
Chickasaw Civic Theatre is at 801 Iroquois Street, Chickasaw. For further information, visit cctshows.com or call 251.457.8887.

For 53 years, the annual Arley Day Festival Parade and Car Show has been held in Arley, Alabama. The festival is hosted by the Arley Women’s Club (AWC) as a celebration of the town of Arley, the heart of beautiful Smith Lake, and its residents. This year’s festival will be held on Saturday, May 16 from 8 am until 2 pm at beautiful Hamner Park. It is free for all attendees. The festival begins with a parade through town and a pancake breakfast at the Arley Fire Station. Other activities will include a car show (with prizes!), arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, bake sale, children’s games, water slides (Parents, be sure to bring a towel), horseback rides, free hotdogs for kids and more.

HISTORIC EDUCATIONAL BIKE RIDE THOUGH MOBILE ALABAMA

Join us on May 16th at The Haunted Book Shop for an in-store party celebrating A Parade of Horribles, the next installment in the best-selling Dungeon Crawler Carl series. Dive into Carl's latest adventure with the new book, specialty Dungeon Crawler-themed cocktail menu at Alchemy Tavern (next door to the shop, 21+ with valid ID), and an in-store crawl with mini quests, loot boxes, and snacks. The fun starts at 6pm at 9 S Joachim St. Trust us when we say the AI will not be pleased if you refuse.

In A Parade of Horribles, we return to the underground world where Carl and his trusty sidekick Donut are thrust into a perilous set of races on the tenth floor of the dungeon. As the environment grows increasingly treacherous and the enigmatic eleventh floor looms, Carl devises a risky plan to reclaim control. Fans are also treated to bonus material exclusively available in this print edition, titled “Backstage at the Pineapple Cabaret.” Talk about a loot box!

Whether you're a long-time follower, consider yourself Donut's true companion, or new to this series, The Haunted Book Shop is the perfect venue to explore the depths of author Matt Dinniman's imaginative exploits. Get ready to face the crawl, The Haunted Book Shop way!

Reservations required. Ticket price includes hardcover edition of the book, in-store activities, and snacks. Limited space available.

Tuck Everlasting opens May 14 at CCT
In this charming musical, eleven-year-old Winnie Foster yearns for more from life. And more is unexpectedly within her reach when she meets the Tuck family. With them, she has the chance for immortality.
Which life will she choose?
Tuck Everlasting is a modern classic for audiences of all ages — a story meant to be shared across generations. It’s a perfect experience for families, friends and anyone looking for a meaningful night at the theatre. The production opens May 14 at Chickasaw Civic Theatre and runs through May 24.
Based on the novel by Natalie Babbitt, the musical was adapted for the stage by Claudia Shear and Tim Federle, with music by Chris Miller and Nathan Tysen.
Shadoe Valentin directs the CCT show which features Ellie Swalley as Winnie with Carter Hale Jr., Zach Petrie, Jennifer Precht and Matthew McIntyre as the Tuck family. Michael Devery, Nick Walden, Matthew Swalley, Stacie Holder and Trish Keller play other key roles, while DJ Cobb, Kat DeMoncrieff, Evan Hase, Reagan Hase, Colsson Layne, Griffin McIntyre, Brooklyn Mitchell, Elsa Precht, Evie Precht and Julia Wilkins complete the company.
Greg Wiggins is music director and Heidi Lemon is choreographer.
Tuck Everlasting will be presented for two four-day weekends, opening Thursday, May 14, and closing Sunday, May 24. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and at 2:30 p.m. Sundays.
Tickets are available via the CCT website, cctshows.com. Some tickets may be available at the door. Cost is $18 for adults; $15 for seniors, students and active military.
Chickasaw Civic Theatre is at 801 Iroquois Street, Chickasaw. For further information, visit cctshows.com or call 251.457.8887.

Baldwin County will host a series of public information meetings about the upcoming Homeowner Assistance Program (HAP) designed to assist eligible residents with homeownership opportunities.
Meetings will be held at locations across Baldwin County, including Central Baldwin, North Baldwin, South Baldwin, and the Eastern Shore and will provide an overview of the program, including eligibility requirements, available assistance, and how residents can apply.

You can become a confident, skilled public speaker! Visit our weekly public speaking workshop for guidance, learning, practice, feedback, and fun. Lose the fear. Contact us now. Visiting is free. Tuesdays, 11:45 CT. Online. https://hinoonhsv.toastmastersclubs.org/

“If you can’t communicate and talk to other people and get across your ideas, you’re giving up your potential.” - Warren Buffet

Confidence is the first thing you will gain by participating in our workshop. By practicing public speaking, in our safe space, almost like magic, it quits being scary.

In Toastmasters you learn & practice presentation, listening, evaluation and leadership skills; overcome your fear of public speaking; boost your soft skills; develop your personal speaking style; and much more.

Hi-Noon guests often say, "it feels like home".

Free Computer & Smartphone Tutoring. One on One sessions available.