🌱 What’s new at this year’s National Shrimp Festival on the beach?

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In today's newsletter:

• What's new at this year's National Shrimp Festival on the beach?
• See how former Gulf Shores Dolphins are shining in college football
• Want to see a book come alive on a Gulf Shores stage?

Also on today's calendar: OneClub's Wednesday Happy Hour | 4–6 PM | Bar45 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 88 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Wednesday: A brief morning shower; humid, temps: high: 86, low: 76.
• Thursday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 83 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 53rd annual National Shrimp Festival returning to Gulf Shores (wkrg.com) — Gulf Shores residents can look forward to the 53rd National Shrimp Festival returning Oct. 8–11 to Gulf Shores Public Beach, with long daily hours and plenty of time to explore. Expect dozens of food vendors serving Gulf shrimp, live music, arts and crafts, kids' activities, and even sand sculpture and 5K/10K race competitions right in town.
   

2. Gulf Coast Media's Local Legends: Creel stars for Jax State, Byrd forces two turnovers with SELA (gulfcoastmedia.com) — Former Gulf Shores Dolphins like running back Kolin Wilson, safety Ronnie Royal III, and edge rusher Kingston Lowe are making their mark in college football, with recent games featuring big yardage, key tackles, and disruptive backfield play. The weekly roundup tracks how these Gulf Shores standouts and other Baldwin County alumni are progressing at programs across the country.
   

3. Modern Odyssey: From Greek Isles to Gulf Coast Oct. 25 at South Baldwin Community Theatre (mulletwrapper.net) — Gulf Shores book lovers can catch local Greek-American author Ted Pitsios sharing stories from his immigrant journey at South Baldwin Community Theatre on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 2:30 p.m. Actors will bring scenes from his trilogy to life, followed by a reception with Greek treats, with ticket proceeds supporting the theatre's expansion.
   

4. Tickets for Oct. 16 Chicago Street Supper Club on saleTickets for Oct. 16 Chicago Street Supper Club on sale (mulletwrapper.net) — Foodies from Gulf Shores and nearby towns can reserve seats now for the South Baldwin Chamber's Chicago Street Supper Club on Oct. 16 in downtown Foley, featuring a four-course wine-paired dinner. One course will be crafted by a chef from Gulf Shores City Schools, alongside other top local chefs, making it a regional culinary showcase worth the short drive.
   

📸 Around Gulf Shores

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Gulf Shores

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday September 29
• The Cove Bar and Grill →
  131 Cove Avenue, Gulf Shores
  7:00 pm

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Other local events

Wednesday September 30
• OneClub's Wednesday Happy Hour | 4–6 PM | Bar45 →
  Gulf Shores AL
• Yaupon Tea Workshop →
  Gulf Coast Eco Center, 1650 Eco Trail, Gulf Shores
  10:00 am
• GypsyPearl →
  Gulf Shores AL
  5:00 pm
Thursday October 1
• Garrett Howell →
  Gulf Shores AL
  5:00 pm
• SALT TALKS with experts on the importance of the Alabama Beach Mouse →
  Interpretive Center at Gulf State Park, 22250-A East Beach Boulevard, Gulf Shores
  5:30 pm
Friday October 2
• Volleyball vs Copiah-Lincoln Community College →
  Gulf Shores AL
  3:00 pm
• Icehouse Tap Room →
  Icehouse Tap Room, 112 Windmill Ridge Road, Gulf Shores
  3:00 pm
• Smith and Kern →
  Gulf Shores AL
  5:00 pm
• Emily White at Icehouse Tap Room →
  Icehouse Tap Room, 112 Windmill Ridge Road, Gulf Shores
  6:00 pm
Sunday October 4
• Lisa Zanghi →
  Gulf Shores AL
  12:00 pm
• Lisa Zanghi at Galway Irish Public House →
  Galway Irish Public House, Gulf Shores
  12:00 pm

📣 Gulf Shores Shout Outs!

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Yvette with Simply Shine Cleaning Services did a tremendous job cleaning out and organizing an outdoor storage closet.
  It was piled high and deep with a ton of junk, trash, broken chairs and beach toys from the previous owner. I highly recommend you give her a call… (Nextdoor Stafford)
• Remember Hurricane Camile?
  As a child I saw wrought iron outdoor furniture flying down the street along with entire Pine trees https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1R8x4wocGt/ (Nextdoor Gulf Shores I)

• Target posted a job opening for Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Front of Store Attendant (Cart Attendant), Style, Tech, Inbound (Stocking) (T2154) in Gulf Shores. Apply here.
• LongHorn Steakhouse posted a job opening for Server in Gulf Shores. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gulf Shores here.

Ok Gulf Shores! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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