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NOV. 21 – DEC. 4In-depth Baldwin county calendar

and live music listings in every issue!

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Alright folks,Here come the holidays — and that’s certainly not a bad thing; just

prepare yourself and your family. Thanksgiving is the first big holiday in our end-of-the-year trio. First things first, prepare plenty of time ahead for this busy day of cooking and traveling. Try Jill’s recipes for any holiday dinner. Most can be prepared ahead of time and frozen for later. Also, most of these foods freeze well after Turkey Day.

Maybe your family is out of town or across the country — no wor-ries. The Hangout in Gulf Shores and the Flora-Bama in Perdido Key have Thanksgiving din-ners. Even if your entire family is in town, for a small price, you get a traditional Thanksgiving meal with all the fixin’s.

The day after Thanksgiving is known to some as Black Friday, a day of relaxation and lots of sleep for others or decorating day for other families. Whether you’re stringing lights or wait-ing in line in the wee hours of the morning, be sure to check our holiday events happening around the county to kick off your holiday season.

The Christmas concert at the Summerdale Library is a big fundraiser, along with Fairhope’s trio of events to kick off the Christmas season. Coastal Christmas starts the day after Thanks-giving and lasts until Christmas Eve, so there’s no shortage of events around Orange Beach and Gulf Shores.

Holidays aside, visit Family Farm Day at Humming Star Alpacas in Silverhill and Willow Farms Fall Festival at the farm in Loxley. This is a great time to take your family to view some of many farms we have in Baldwin County.

As always, check out our family fun page for recipes to try with your little — or big — ones, book reviews, beer and wine for this Thanksgiving and our hunting page.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Shake up your tradi-tional Thanksgiving meal with some of Jill’s recipes. The roasted chicken is delicious for any holiday — or any day of the week. If you prefer pork, try the tenderloin. It can marinate during the day and roast that evening. The choices are endless.

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By Jill clair [email protected]

Thanksgiving: turkey, ham, sweet potato casserole, green beans, pecan pie.

It’s a great menu. It really is. But sometimes … change is good.

If you’re like me and want to try something new this Thanksgiving, we’ve put together an alternative Thanksgiving menu that branches out from traditional dishes while still keeping it classy. A perfectly roasted chicken is every bit as delicious as a turkey, and I promise, this incredibly easy pork loin recipe will be

a hit. In addition, all of these dishes can be presented beautifully, and some can be prepared in advance and simply reheated on the big day.

We hope you and your family enjoy a Thanksgiving full of laughter, togetherness and, of course, fabulous food.

Jill clair Gentry

more Thanksgiving fun:Find kid-friendly recipes the whole family can enjoy on page 14.

Don’t want to cook this year? Go to page 25 to read about two places on the coast offering a no-hassle Thanksgiving this Turkey Day.

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Apple-satsuma- cranberry sauce start to finish: 30 minutesMakes 3 1/2 to 4 cups n 1 satsuman 2 cups watern 1 tart apple, such as Granny Smithn 3 cups fresh cranberriesn 1 1/4 cups sugarn 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonn 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Squeeze the juice from the satsuma and set the juice aside. Remove and discard the membrane from inside the rind and cut the rind into small dice. In a small saucepan over high heat, combine the rind and the water

and bring to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Peel, core and quarter the apple. Cut into 1/2-inch dice and place in a saucepan. Sort the cranberries, discarding any soft ones. Add to the apples along with the satsuma juice, rind, sugar, cinnamon and cloves. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan partially. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, the apple is tender and the cranberries have burst, 10 to 15 minutes.

Transfer the cranberry sauce to a heatproof bowl and let cool for 1 hour before serving. Or cover and refrigerate; bring to room tem-perature before serving. Transfer the cranberry sauce to a sauceboat and pass at the table.

Wild rice stuffed squash start to finish: 1 hour, 15 minutesn 3 medium acorn squash (about 1 1/2

pounds each), halved lengthwise and seeds removed

n 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

n 1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar

n 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped

n 2 medium shallots, finely choppedn 4 celery stalks, finely choppedn 1 tablespoon minced fresh

thyme leavesn 2 cups cooked wild ricen 2/3 cup pecans, toasted and

finely choppedn 1/4 cup dried cranberries, choppedn 1 teaspoon kosher salt (more to taste)n 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black

pepper, plus more as needed

Heat the oven to 450 F and arrange a rack in the middle. Place the squash cut-side up on a baking sheet, brush 1 tablespoon of the melted butter over the tops and insides of the squash halves, sprinkle with the brown sugar and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven until just fork tender, about 25 to 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, place 1 tablespoon of the melted butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. When it foams, add the onion, shallots and celery, season with salt and pepper and stir to coat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until just softened, about 6 minutes. Stir in the thyme and cook until just fragrant, about 1 minute.

Remove from heat and stir in cooked rice, pecans, cranberries and salt and pepper.

Divide the rice filling among the roasted squash halves (about 1/2 cup for each) and drizzle the remaining tablespoon of butter over top. Continue roasting until the squash is completely fork tender, the edges have started to brown, and the filling is heated through, about 20 to 25 minutes.

NOTE: the rice mixture is delicious on its own. Save time by making the rice as its own side dish and omitting the squash.


Balsamic and herb roasted pork loin with vegetables start to finish: 5 hours (1 hour active)n 1/4 cup balsamic vinegarn 1/4 cup olive oiln 2 teaspoon Dijon mustardn 1 tablespoon minced garlicn 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, choppedn 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, choppedn 1 teaspoon fresh sage, choppedn 1 teaspoon kosher saltn 1/2 teaspoon black peppern 2 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin

For the roasted vegetables:n 2-3 medium red skinned potatoes, scrubbed, diced into 1/2” cubesn 1/2 pound green beans, ends trimmed

Other ingredients:n 1/4 cup canola oiln salt and peppern 1 heaping tablespoon flourn 1 cup chicken broth

Combine all marinade ingredients in a sealable gallon bag. Add ten-derloins. Press air out of bag and seal. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Preheat oven to 400 F.Place cubed potatoes in microwave-safe dish and microwave on

high for 8 minutes, stirring after 4 minutes. Set aside.Remove pork tenderloins from marinade and discard marinade.

Season tenderloins with salt and pepper. In a large oven-proof skillet, heat canola oil. When oil is hot, add tenderloins and sear on all sides, about 1-2 minutes per side.

Place skillet in oven and finish cooking tenderloins, about 15-20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 140 F. Remove pan from

oven and remove tenderloins to a cutting board and cover tightly with aluminum foil.

Increase oven heat to 450 F.Place potatoes and green beans in skillet used to cook tenderloins.

Toss to coat in the oil remaining in the skillet and season well with salt and pepper. Return the skillet to the oven and let vegetables roast for 15-20 minutes. Remove skillet from oven and transfer veggies to a serving platter.

Add the flour to the skillet and heat over medium heat for a few minutes, whisking constantly. Add chicken broth and whisk until smooth, scraping up any brown bits on the bottom of the skillet.

Slice tenderloins and add to serving platter. Pour pan gravy over meat and serve.

roasted butternut squash, goat cheese and pomegranate saladstart to finish: 10 minutesn 10 ounces mixed salad greensn 2 cups roasted butternut squash (room temperature or cold)n 1/2 cup pomegranate seedsn 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Combine all ingredients in a salad bowl and serve with creamy Greek yogurt maple Dijon dressing.

creamy Greek yogurt maple Dijon dressingn 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurtn 1/4 cup Dijon mustardn 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or champagne vinegarn 2 tablespoons real maple syrupn 2 tablespoons olive oiln Salt and pepper

Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Add additional mayonnaise to taste.


Foolproof roasted chicken start to finish: 1 hour, 15 minutesn One 3-pound roasting chicken, rinsed and patted dry,

neck and giblets reservedn 1 teaspoon kosher saltn 1 teaspoon freshly ground black peppern 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary, thyme or other savory leavesn 3 garlic cloves: 1 peeled and crushed, 2 lightly smashedn 1 large lemon, washedn 2 medium carrots, coarsely choppedn 2 shallots, peeled, and cut in half lengthwisen 3 sprigs thymen 1/4 cup dry white wine or Madeira, or a mixture of the two

Preheat oven to 350 F. Place a small piece of foil just large enough to cover the chicken’s breast in a roasting pan; brush it with a little oil. Set aside.

With a thin, sharp knife, cut the excess fat from the neck and hind cavity of the chicken and discard. Sprinkle the chicken evenly inside and out with salt and pepper, rubbing it into skin. Stuff the herb leaves and the crushed garlic clove into the cavity. Prick the lemon about 25 times each with a toothpick or skewer. Stuff it into the cavity of the chicken. Using toothpicks or trussing needles, pin the neck and hind cavities closed.

Place the chicken breast down over the oiled piece of foil in the roasting pan. Nestle the neck, giblets, carrot, shallot, smashed garlic cloves and thyme around the chicken. Roast for 15 minutes.

Turn the bird breast up and carefully peel off the foil, taking care not to rip the skin; discard. Roast 20 minutes longer, then increase the oven temperature to 400 F.

Roast the chicken 20 to 25 minutes longer, until the skin is brown and crisp and the juices run clear when the leg is pricked with a kitchen fork. An instant read thermometer inserted in the breast should read 150 F. Note: if using a larger chicken, cooking time must be increased.

Remove the toothpick from hind end. Lift the chicken with two wooden spoons and tilt it slightly so the juices run out of the cavity into pan. Place the chicken on a platter and keep warm.

Pour the pan juices into a small measuring cup. Let settle 3 to 4

minutes, then carefully skim the fat off the surface with a tablespoon. Pour the juices back into the roasting pan set over moderate heat. Add the wine and simmer, stirring to dissolve any browned bits on the bottom of the pan, about 5 minutes until the alcohol has cooked off. Skim off any fat or scum that rises to the surface. Strain the sauce into a small bowl, discard the neck and giblets and taste for seasoning. You will have about 1/2 cup of flavorful, natural juices.

Carve the chicken, dividing it into four equal portions. Pour any juices that have collected on plate into the sauce. For a lemony sauce, squeeze the lemon into the pan juices. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the pan juices over each portion of chicken.

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Maple cheesecake with roasted pearsstart to finish: 3 hours, 30 minutes (30 minutes active)n 2 8-ounce bars cream cheese,

room temperaturen 1/2 cup pure maple syrupn 1 cup cold heavy creamn 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugarn 1 easy press-in pie crust (recipe below),

made in a 9-inch springform pan n Nonstick cooking sprayn 2 medium pears, such as Bosc or Bartlett,

sliced lengthwise 1/8 inch thick

In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese on high until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add 1/2 cup maple syrup; beat until smooth. In a medium bowl, beat cream and sugar on high until soft peaks form, about 3 minutes. With a rubber spatula, stir about one-third the whipped cream into cream cheese mixture, then fold in remainder. Transfer to crust and refrigerate until firm, 3 hours (or up to 1 day).

Preheat oven to 450 F. Coat a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Arrange pear slices in a single layer on sheet and brush with 2 tablespoons maple

syrup. Roast until pears are soft, 15 minutes, checking frequently to make sure the pears do not burn.

Remove from oven and heat broiler. Brush pears with 2 tablespoons maple syrup and broil until browned in spots, about 4 minutes, rotating sheet frequently. Let cool. To serve, arrange pear slices, overlapping slightly, on cheesecake.

Easy press-in pie crustn 6 ounces cookies (about 12 graham

crackers, 46 vanilla wafers, or 30 chocolate wafers)

n 3 tablespoons sugarn 1/4 teaspoon coarse saltn 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Preheat oven to 350 F. In a food processor, pulse cookies until finely ground (you should have about 1 1/2 cups). Add sugar, salt and butter, and pulse until combined.

Firmly press crumb mixture into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch pie plate. (If using a springform pan, press crumbs halfway up sides) Bake until crust is dry and set, about 12 minutes. Let cool completely in plate on a wire rack before filling.

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If you can’t find something to get you into the Christmas spirit, then you must not be looking very hard.The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber has a bountiful calendar of events, many going on already, and they

will continue right through the New Year’s celebration.

christmas with the NelsonsMatthew and Gunnar Nelson, sons of legendary 1960s singing star Ricky Nelson, will perform Christmas classics.

WHERE: Erie Meyer Civic CenterWHEN: Saturday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m.COST: Free admission; free tickets available at the Activity Center box office, 260 Clubhouse Drive, Gulf Shores

Breakfast with santaEnjoy breakfast with sausage, bacon, eggs and pancakes before having pictures taken with Santa.

WHERE: Erie Meyer Civic CenterWHEN: Saturday, Dec. 20, at 8 a.m.COST: $5 per person; children under 3 are free

christmas with Aaron NevilleA special performance by Aaron Neville and his quintet.

WHERE: Orange Beach Event Center at The WharfWHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 3, doors open at 5 p.m.COST: $50-125; limited number of tickets available; purchase online at AlabamaCoastalChristmas.com

Merry MarketUnique gifts and arts and crafts expo.

WHERE: Orange Beach Event Center at The WharfWHEN: Friday and Saturday, Dec. 12 – 13COST: Free admission


if you goThese are just the highlights. In between all of those events are various Santa sightings – he’ll drop from the sky at the Flora-Bama on Dec. 13, light and decoration contests, concerts and other special events. FIND OuT MOrE: AlabamaCoastalChristmas.com

Gulf shores christmas paradeDozens of lighted floats will make their way from Clubhouse Drive to the Public Beach where Santa will set up shop in his custom sleigh. There will be a tree lighting, holiday treats, arts and crafts and other activities.

WHERE: Erie Meyer Civic CenterWHEN: Friday, Dec. 5, at 6:30 p.m.COST: Free to attend

christmas Lighted Boat ParadeFrom LuLu’s to Zeke’s with viewing opportunites all along the Intracoastal Waterway and The Wharf and Waterfront Park in Orange Beach and everywhere in between.

WHERE: Starts at LuLu’s and ends at Zeke’s MarinaWHEN: Saturday, Dec. 13, starts at 5:30 p.m.COST: Free to watch

Holiday Ice skating at The WharfSkate on real ice in a festive holiday setting.

WHERE: The WharfWHEN: Friday, Nov. 28 – Sunday, Jan. 4COST: $10 per skate session, $12 per skate session and Ferris wheel ride combo

FAMILY FUN

By Eric [email protected]

This Thanksgiving, get your whole family involved in preparing a great meal. Here are three fun and easy reci-pes your kids will love to make and eat.

Turkey muffinscourtesy of Parenting.com

What you need: pumpkin muffins, red and green apple slices, slivered carrots, grapes, squeezable icing

how you make them: From each apple, cut a slice from the side of the apple. Set flat and cut squared-off, tapered feathers. Cut a small beak from a thin slice of carrot. Make a slit in the end of a green grape and dab off excess moisture. Insert beak into grape. Poke small ends of feathers into muffin and set head on muffin, resting on the muffin paper. Once assembled, add tiny dot eyes with icing.

Acorn treatscourtesy of Taste of Home

What you need: 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, 48 Hershey kisses, 48 Nutter Butter bites

how you make them: In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Spread the flat side of each kiss with a small amount of melted chocolate; immediately attach each to a cookie. Cut a small hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; insert a small round tip. Fill with remaining melted chocolate. Pipe a stem onto each acorn. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets; refrigerate until set. Store in an airtight container. This recipe makes four dozen treats.

crinkle cut carrot friesWhat you need: sliced carrots, salt,

olive oilhow you make them: Slice carrots into

1/2-inch-wide sticks with a crinkle cutter, if possible. Toss with olive oil and salt. Bake until crisp.

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st. Paul’s Episcopal church Annual Holiday shoppe and Preview GalaCome and shop beautiful new and gently used treasures in antiques/collectibles, jewelry, furniture, framed art, holiday and home decor, religious items and women/men/children’s boutiques. Proceeds go to local service organizations and local charities.I Nov. 21 – 23; Friday, 6 – 8

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Art soupInclude your choice of hand-crafted bowl; soups made by three local restaurants and live music. Fundraiser for 15 Place.I 6 – 9 p.m.; Space 301, MobileI $40I 15Place.org

central Baldwin relay for LifeSupport a relay for life team, pick your favorite chili and donate to a good cause. I 6 – 10 p.m.; Honeybee Park,

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sATurDAY, NOV. 22Family Farm DayFor details, see pg. 24

Fifth annual Holiday Movie in the streets For details, see pg. 30

Willow Farms Fall FestivalFor details, see pg. 21

Annual christmas BazaarIt will feature a bake sale, arts and crafts, wood carvings and other unique items. A “Make Your Own Gingerbread House” area will be available for children, as well as our Coffee Shoppe, which will serve hot drinks and sweet rolls and monkey bread. Proceeds will be matched by Thrivent Financial and will benefit the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League.I 8 a.m. – noon; Redeemer

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Eighth annual Fall FestivalDelicious homemade baked goods and food items are great for gifts. They include jams, pickles, salsa, cakes and pies to make your Thanksgiving special. This year you’ll see unique gift baskets, Christmas tree skirts, scarves, college and holiday pillow cases, jewelry and other handcrafted items.I 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; St. Francis at

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Holiday Decorations from Mardi Gras BeadsDorie Parsons will teach how to turn that bag of Mardi Gras beads into glittering holiday decorations, bowls, garland, jewelry and tiny animals.I 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.;

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suNDAY, NOV. 23christmas Open HouseFor details, see pg. 30

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THursDAY, NOV. 27Flora-Bama Annual Thanksgiving PotluckFor details, see pg. 25

The Hangout Thanksgiving BuffetFor details, see pg. 25

Turkey on the Train at Derailed DinerFor a unique Thanksgiving sure to please train lovers of all ages, climb aboard the Derailed Diner’s 1920s era dining car. Chef Rick will be preparing a delicious Thanksgiving dinner of turkey with dressing and gravy, sweet potato casserole, two sides, soft drink and dessert. Or call ahead for us to prepare your meal, then drop by to pick up your Turkey-To-Go.I 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.;

Derailed Diner, RobertsdaleI Adults, $14.99; children

under 12, $5.99I 251-960-1152

FrIDAY, NOV. 28coastal christmas celebrationFor details, see pg. 12

sATurDAY, NOV. 29Kaiser realty by Wyndham Vacation rentals coastal Half-MarathonIf the most popular recipe this Thanksgiving is family, food, sports and great shopping deals, the Alabama Gulf Coast is cooking up the perfect holiday weekend.I Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry

Trail; Orange BeachI Half-marathon:

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individuals, $80; two-person relay, $100; four-person relay, $120; 5K, $35; fun run, $20

Magic christmas in LightsEnjoy one of the most popular holiday events in the Southeast. Stroll through the gardens with more than three million twinkling lights in over 835 custom designed set pieces in 12 scenes.I Through Jan. 3, 2015

(closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1); Bellingrath Gardens and Home, Theodore

I Bellingrath.org; 251 973-2217

suNDAY, NOV. 30Powerman DuathlonThis is a run-bike-run event in which participants will run through the trails at the Graham Creek Nature Preserve, bike along the Foley Beach Express and then run through Graham Creek to the finish line. This is the last race to qualify for the Powerman USA National Championship in Jupiter, Florida. Spectators are welcome.I Graham Creek Nature

Preserve; Foley

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THursDAY, DEc. 4Escc Winter concertsFor details, see pg. 23

Marjorie Younce snook Public Library christmas concertFor details, see pg. 20

seventh annual A chocolate AffairAn evening filled with scrumptious desserts and hors d’oeuvres donated by local restaurants, great music and a silent auction. Money raised will provide assistance to homeless families and overall operation of Family Promise.I 6 – 9 p.m.;

Foley Civic CenterI $25I FamilyPromiseBC.org;

251-947-5641

FrIDAY, DEc. 5First Friday Dinner WalkWalk by many beautifully decorated homes for the holiday season through Gulf Breeze before going to dinner. The walk will go through the Plantation Hill area to view the Christmas lights.

Afterward everyone will eat dinner at Rotolo’s.I 6 – 8 p.m.; Publix parking

lot, Gulf Breeze I 850-932-0125

“cinderella” The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers and Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance.I Dec. 5, 6; 7:30 p.m.;

South Baldwin Community Theatre, Gulf Shores

I Adults, $18; students, $15 I SBCT.biz; 251-968-6721

Jeanne robertson “FABulously Funny” TourAn overnight success nearly half a century in the making, Robertson keeps audiences roll-ing on the floor with laughter. At 70 years young, this former Miss North Carolina stands at 6 feet, 2 inches tall and has a personality, heart and sense of humor that soar just as high.I 8 p.m.; Pensacola Saenger

TheatreI Tickets start at $38I TicketMaster.com;

800-745-3000

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NOrTH BALDWINBAY MINETTENorth Baldwin Express christmas Tree LightingAttendees will begin picking up a passport at the fitness center. They will then take a journey through fun stations around North Baldwin Infirmary campus. Be on the lookout for treats. Local choirs will be performing. Lighting of the tree on the hospital lawn; grand prize giveaway.I Thursday, Dec. 4; 5 – 7 p.m.;

North Baldwin Infirmary

PErDIDOBreakfast with santa and christmas shopPerdido School would like to invite everyone to come shop merchan-dise such as arts and crafts and other items of interest. Breakfast with Santa will be from 8 – 10 a.m. in the cafeteria. Don’t forget to bring your camera. The Scholastic Book Fair will also be available in the lobby of the gym for your shopping convenience. Bring your Christmas list and check it twice.I Saturday, Dec. 6; 8 a.m. – 2

p.m.; Perdido School Gym

sTOcKTONchristmas on the riverBoat parade with Santa arriving by boat. Donations will benefit the North Baldwin Animal Shelter. Ten-ants will be cooking chili to serve, hot chocolate and coffee.I Saturday, Dec. 6; 4 - 8 p.m.I Matthews Landing/

Lower Bryant Landing

EAsTErN sHOrEDAPHNETree lighting and open houseI Thursday, Dec. 4;

Daphne City Hall

FAIrHOPEFairhope Magical christmas ParadeI Friday, Dec. 5; 7 p.m.; Morphy

and Section Street, down

Section to Oak Street

Pictures with santaSanta will be downtown available for children to visit. Parents may bring cameras.I Saturday, Dec. 6; 10a .m. –

noon; Fairhope Museum of History

Eastern shore choral socety christmas concert I Thursday, Dec. 4; 7:30 p.m.;

Fairhope United Methodist Church

I Adults, $15; students K-12, free

POINT cLEArVisit with santa at the Grand HotelEnjoy an appetizing breakfast buffet at the Grand’s Four Diamond restaurant prior to a visit with Santa. Santa will be visiting 8 – 10 a.m. Reservations are required.I Saturdays, Nov. 29 and Dec. 6;

6:30 – 10:30 a.m.; the Grand Hotel Dining Room

Gingerbread Village at the Grand HotelThe magnificent Gingerbread village features a massive replica of the Grand Hotel. The Grand ginger-bread masterpiece will be unveiled with the rest of the dazzling décor at the hotel, including the spectacu-lar Christmas trees and hundreds of poinsettias.I Friday, Nov. 28;

the Grand Hotel

sPANIsH FOrTspanish Fort christmas ParadeI Saturday, Dec. 6; 9 a.m.;

Eastern Shore Centre

cENTrAL BALDWINrOBErTsDALErobertsdale christmas Parade and christmas in the ParkI Saturday, Dec. 6; 6:30 p.m.;

parade route starts at Robertsdale High School

sILVErHILLsilverhill christmas ParadeI Friday, Dec. 5; 6:30 p.m.;

town of Silverhill

The Artic ExpressTake the Arctic Express to the North Pole and visit Santa Claus. view over 1 million lights and get a free toy with paid admission of $15.I Friday, Saturday and Sundays;

Friday, Nov. 28 – Saturday, Dec. 15; 3 – 9 p.m.; Wales West Rv Park and Light Railway

sOuTH BALDWINBON sEcOurchristmas Open House Live music by Jam N Folks Dulcimer Group, Tyler Champion and Lady Banjo and Mr. Harp. Featuring Meme Swift’s Seafood Gumbo; $15.I Saturday, Dec. 6;

10 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Swift-Coles Historic Home

FOLEYMarjorie snook’s decorated homeMarjorie Snook elaborately deco-rates her victorian home. Families are welcome to drive by the house anytime during the season.I Friday, Nov. 28 – Thursday, Jan.

1, 2015; George Younce Road

Pictured with santa is Hope Bates at Perdido school.

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Foley christmas in the Park Carol-singing, cocoa-sipping, Santa and lighting of the Christmas tree; free cocoa and snacks for all.I Friday, Dec. 5; 6 p.m.;

Heritage Park

“Let it snow” After the Foley Christmas parade enjoy live musical performances, listen to Mrs. Claus tell stories, arts and crafts in the Children’s village and play in the snow. Concessions sold on site.I Saturday, Dec. 6; 11 a.m.;

Heritage Park

coastal chorale christmas show Coastal Chorale will perform “Joyful Jingles,” including many holiday favorites.I Saturday, Dec. 6; 3 and 7 p.m.;

Sunday, Dec. 7; 3 p.m.; Foley Civic Center

Trim-A-TreeAt the 47th annual Trim-A-Tree celebration, buy locally made arts and crafts items for Christmas. I Friday, Nov. 28 – Sunday, Dec.

21; Monday through Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Tanger Outlets

GuLF sHOrEsGulf shores’ Lighted christmas Parade and Beach celebration Lighted floats from around the region.I Friday, Dec. 5; 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.;

Highway 59 from Clubhouse Drive to Gulf Shores Public Beach

OrANGE BEAcHIce skating at The WharfIce skating in a festive holiday setting with real ice.I Friday, Nov. 28 – Sunday, Jan.

4; The Wharf

Photos with santa clausI Saturday, Nov. 29 – Sunday,

Dec. 21; The Wharf

Orange Beach christmas Tree LightingI Tuesday, Dec. 2; 5:30 – 7:30

p.m.; The Wharf

Horse and carriage rides at The WharfEnjoy a magical horse and carriage ride through a winter wonderland.I Tuesday, Dec. 2 – Sunday, Dec.

21; The Wharf

Mystical Order of Mirams’ Taste of the IslandsTry food from more than 35 dif-ferent restaurants while raising funds for local charities, during The Mystical Order of Mirams’ Taste of the Islands. Tickets are $50.I Friday, Dec. 5; 6 p.m.; Orange

Beach Event Center, The Wharf

Light up the Arts and crafts strollI Friday, Dec. 5; 5 – 8 p.m.;

Coastal Arts Center and other city facilities

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santa claus brings a taste of the North Pole to Foley last year as he visits with youngsters during last year’s “christmas in the Park” in Foley, the city’s launch of the holiday season.

santa claus waves from a boat at thelighted boat parade in Gulf shores.

CATHY HIGGINS / STAFF

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WHERE TO GO

Annual christmas concert to benefit summerdale Library

By cathy [email protected]

The Marjorie Younce Snook Public Library in Summerdale will present its second annual Christmas Concert on Thursday, Dec. 4.

Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the performance starts at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be available at intermission.

Tickets proceeds will benefit the Summerdale library.

This year’s concert will feature acclaimed Pen-sacola vocal duo Howard Reddy, Irish-born baritone, and mezzo soprano Hanan Tarabay Reddy; Victor Andzulis, multi-talented member of the Pensacola

Symphony Orchestra and the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra; and his wife, Megan Andzulis, multiple award-winning pianist and flutist. They will perform Christmas selections on the piano, flute, viola and violin as well as vocal solos and duets.

if you goWHAT: Marjorie Snook Christmas ConcertWHEN: Thursday, Dec. 4; 6:30 p.m. WHErE: Summerdale Municipal Complex, 502 E. Lee St., SummerdalecOsT: $10, adults; $5 students; available at the Summerdale Library, Summerdale Municipal Complex and the Summerdale branch of United BankFIND OuT MOrE: Call Norma Giles at 251-978-3245


WHERE TO GO

raise money for animal rescue at Willow Farms Fall Festival

By John [email protected]

Willow Farms Animal Rescue in Loxley will host a fall festival beginning at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 at the farm in Loxley.

The event, which started last year as Equine Fun Day held at the Baldwin County Fairgrounds in Robertsdale, will serve as a fundraiser for the care and upkeep of res-cue animals.

The farm currently houses about 30 animals, including four recent rescues, said owner Janet Hein, but has housed as many as 44 in the past. The farm has been designated as a nonprofit for the past eight years.

“We just want this to be a fun event with all sorts of activities and games for children,” Hein said. “They'll have a chance to explore the farm and see the horses that we care for here.”

Steve Foley’s Pony Express will pro-vide a variety of activities, includ-ing a petting zoo and train rides.

There will also be pony rides and a

variety of games for children.

A variety of food and crafts vendors

will also be partici-pating in the event,

Hein said. Anyone is welcome to come and set up a booth for $40.

Admission to the event is free and everyone is

welcome to donate to Wil-low Farms. Proceeds from the event will go toward getting caught up with horse feed charges.

Anyone wishing to par-ticipate in the event can

contact Hein at 251-964-6031.

Tabitha Barnes of semmes and Amelia Yoas of silverhill get pony rides at last year’s fundraiser for Willow Farms Animal rescue. This year’s event will be held at the farm in Loxley.

if you goWHAT: Willow Farms Fall FestivalWHEN: Saturday, Nov. 22; 10 a.m. WHErE: Willow Farms, 26149 County Road 49, LoxleycOsT: Admission is free. Donations are accepted. vendor slots are available for $40.WHO IT BENEFITs: Willow Farms Animal RescueFIND OuT MOrE: Contact Janet Hein, 251-964-6031; WillowFarms.org


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In “Tender at the Bone,” we get the early years, her childhood with a difficult mother and a disinterested father, boarding school in French Canada and ends with her entering her “hippie commune” phase in Berkeley during its heyday.

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The Eastern Shore Choral Society, under the direction of Mary Katherine Kilgore, will present their holiday concerts on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, Dec. 7

at 3 p.m. at Fairhope United Methodist Church in Fairhope. Their much anticipated concert will feature music from across the ages including “Gloria” by Randal Bass, “This Little Babe” from Britten’s “Ceremony of Carols,” “O Magnum Mysterium” by Morten Laurdisen, choruses from Handel’s “Messiah,” “The Holly and the Ivy,” “Do You Hear What I Hear?” and a Christ-mas carol sing-along with audience participation.

About Eastern shore choral societyESCS is a nonprofit, all-volunteer chorus organization

founded in 1992. They have performed in multiple locations in Europe and twice at Carnegie Hall. ESCS is dedicated to presenting programs of high quality vocal music for public entertainment and personal enrichment; promoting greater

appreciation and enjoyment of good music, both classical and modern, by the citizens in and around Baldwin County; joining with other such organizations to provide programs of educational or cultural benefit for the citizens in and around Baldwin County; and supporting middle and high school choral programs in Baldwin County Schools with financial contributions.

Get in the holiday spirit at the Escc Winter concerts

The choir will perform music from across the ages at the Fairhope united Methodist church Dec. 4 and 7.

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if you goWHAT: ESCC Winter ConcertsWHEN: Thursday, Dec. 4; 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 7; 3 p.m.WHErE: Fairhope United Methodist Church, 155 S. Section St., FairhopecOsT: $15; group discounts available; tickets can be purchased at the door, through a choral member or onlineFIND OuT MOrE: ESCS.org; [email protected]

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if you goWHAT: Family Farm DayWHEN: Saturday, Nov. 22; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. WHErE: Humming Star Alpacas, 19700 Blueberry Lane, SilverhillcOsT: $5 per carFIND OuT MOrE: HummingStarAlpacas.com; 251-214-8224; [email protected]

Family Farm Day showcases alpacas, other farm productsBy John [email protected]

When most people think of wool, they probably think of sheep. One farm in Baldwin County is inviting residents to think a little differently.

On Saturday, Nov. 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Humming Star Alpacas in Silverhill will host its fourth annual Fam-ily Farm Day.

Andy and Cheryl Bowen started Humming Star Alpacas in 2007, according to their website, and the Family Farm Day is a way, not only to promote wool products produced by the farm, but to also support other farmers and vendors.

“It's just a nice community get-together,” Cheryl Bowen said. “The last couple of years we've had a great turnout and the weather was nice and this year we're hoping that the rain will hold off and we'll have another great day.”

The event will feature a variety of demonstrations, including old-fashioned spinning wheels and utilizing

various products made from alpaca fleece.The event will also showcase various products, includ-

ing wax candles, herbal lotions and other products, along with artwork for sale in the farm’s own Christmas Village.

A variety of entertainment will also be provided for the event.

Bowen said the farm is also open year-round for dem-onstrations and school field trips.

Young Larz Lager of Fairhope gets an assist from his mother Vicki at last year’s Family Farm Day held at Humming star Alpacas in silverhill.

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Thanksgiving potluckWHEN: Thursday, Nov. 27WHErE: Flora-Bama Lounge and Package Store, Perdido KeycOsT: Bring a covered dishFIND OuT MOrE: Florabama.com

Thanksgiving buffetWHEN: Thursday, Nov. 27WHErE: The Hangout, Gulf ShorescOsT: Adults, $24.95; Children 6 – 10, $12.99; Under 6, freeFIND OuT MOrE: TheHangout.com

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THANKsGIVINGNo hassle By John [email protected]

Don’t want to cook for days for the family who’ll just snooze in front of the television while you

are cleaning up the mess after the feast?Two of the iconic entertainment

venues on the Gulf Coast, the Flora-Bama Lounge and Package Store and The Hangout, are ready to help out this Thanksgiving.

Year round there’s no better place to relax than the Flora-Bama Lounge and Package Store on the Alabama Gulf Coast — and that won’t change just because it’s Thanksgiving.

The Flora-Bama is known for its annual events from the Mullet Toss to Polar Bear Dip to special concerts and athletic feats of strength like triathlons and foot races.

Count holiday potlucks among those as well. With the Flora-Bama’s help, you can cook one dish to share and eat the bar’s turkey, ham and dress-ing. The honky tonk does the same on Christmas.

And if one dish is too many to cook, let The Hangout do the entire meal for you. The sprawling entertainment complex will have a buffet full of the traditional foods with prices for adults and children.

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LIVE LOCAL MUsICKArAOKEDaphneTop of the Bay Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 9 p.m.FairhopeGambino’s Italian Grill Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m.FoleyGood Time charlies every Tuesday at 10 p.m.The Office Lounge every Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Ft. MorganTacky Jacks every Thursday and Saturday at 9 p.m.Gulf shoresBehind the Pines Bar & Grill every Wednesday at 8 p.m. Mudbugs Thursday – Saturday at 8 p.m.Pink Pony Pub every night at 9 p.m.Tacky Jacks every Thursday at 5:30 p.m.

Orange BeachIsland Time Daiquiri Bar every Wednesday at 8 p.m.Live Bait every night at 8 p.m.Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar every Thursday at 8:30 p.m. The undertow Wednesday – Friday at 9:30 p.m.Perdido KeyHappy 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.The Gumbo shack every Thursday at 6 p.m.Plow every other TuesdayFoleyThe Office Lounge every Tuesday at 6 p.m.Gulf shoresTacky Jacks every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.Orange BeachHappy Harbor the Mothership every Monday at 6 p.m.Island Time Daiquiri Bar Tues-day with Brittany Bell at 9 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 Trivia every Tuesday, Sports Trivia every

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Willie sugarcapps will perform at the Frog Pond at Blue Moon Farm on sunday, Nov. 23.

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Wednesday FoleyGood Time charlies everyday at 10 p.m.The Office Lounge every Wednesday at 8 p.m.Orange BeachToby Keith’s I Love This Bar every Wednesday at 7 p.m.

FrIDAY, NOV. 21DaphneMain street cigar Lounge Eric Erdman at 8 p.m.Moe’s Original Bar B Que Dusty Sanderson at 8 p.m. FairhopeOld 27 Grill Gretsch Lyles and The Modern EldoradosThe Gumbo shack Melissa JoinerWindmill Market Ground Level Fall at 6 p.m.Gulf shoresBill’s by the Beach Lisa Zanghi at 6 p.m. LuLu’s Kyle and Karl Papa rocco’s Brian and Charles Orange BeachPleasure Island Tiki Bar Al and CathyToby Keith’s I Love This Bar Adam Holt BandPerdido KeyFlora-Bama J Hawkins Duo / Jezebel’s Chill’n / LeaAnne Creswell Trio / Foxy Iguanas / Smokin’ Elvisspanish Fort

Bluegill restaurant JeriFelix’s Fish camp Tim Kinsey and Dale Drinkard at 6:30 p.m.

sATurDAY, NOV. 22DaphneMain street cigar Lounge Kyle and Karl at 8 p.m. Moe’s Original Bar B Que viridian Sons Fairhope Windmill Market Erik and EliseGulf shoresLuLu’s Sugarcane Jane Papa rocco’s Brian and Charles Orange BeachFlipper’s Lisa Zanghi at 7:30 p.m.Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar Adam Holt BandPerdido KeyFlora-Bama Jezebel’s Chill’n / LeaAnne Creswell Trio / Hart Break Hill / Lee Yankie and the Hellz Yeahs spanish FortBluegill restaurant Matt and Sherry NeeseFelix’s Fish camp Jimmy Lumpkin at 6:30 p.m.

suNDAY, NOV. 23FairhopeOld 27 Grill Lisa Zanghi at 11:30 a.m.Gulf shoresLuLu’s Greg Brown Papa rocco’s Brian and Charles

Orange Beachcobalts Coffee, Black cosmo’s Brittany Bell Perdido KeyFlora-Bama J Hawkins Duo / Perdido Brothers / Shawna P. and Adam Tyler Brown silverhillThe Frog Pond at Blue Moon Farm Willie Sugarcapps with Lauren Murphyspanish FortBluegill restaurant Adam Holt BandFelix’s Fish camp Brandon Bailey at noon

MONDAY, NOV. 24Gulf shoresLuLu’s Brent Burns Nolan’s Lisa Zanghi Perdido KeyFlora-Bama Elaine Pettyspanish FortFelix’s Fish camp Greg Brown at 6:30 p.m.

TuEsDAY, NOV. 25Gulf shoresLuLu’s Jimmy LumpkinPerdido KeyFlora-Bama Perdido Brothers / Logan Spicer Duospanish FortBluegill restaurant Tim KinseyFelix’s Fish camp Brandon

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Jack robertson aka “Big Earl” will perform at the Flora-Bama Nov. 28 and 29.


Bailey at 6:30 p.m.

WEDNEsDAY, NOV. 26Gulf shoresLuLu’s JeriOrange BeachPleasure Island Tiki Bar Johnny BPerdido KeyFlora-Bama Neil Dover / Big Muddy / Smokin’ Elvis spanish FortBluegill restaurant Ross +1Felix’s Fish camp Bryant Gilley at 6:30 p.m.

THursDAY, NOV. 27Gulf shoresPapa rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark LaBorde Perdido KeyFlora-Bama J Hawkins Duo / Bo Roberts, Mark Sherrill, Chris Newbury and Friends / Hung Jury / Smokin’ Elvis

FrIDAY, NOV. 28DaphneMain street cigar Lounge Harrison McInnis Moe’s Original Bar B Que Soulshine Gulf shoresBill’s by the Beach Barstool SurfersLuLu’s Adam Holt DuoPapa rocco’s Brian and CharlesOrange BeachHappy Harbor the Mothership Jay Williams BandPleasure Island Tiki Bar Al and CathyToby Keith’s I Love This Bar Corey Cox BandPerdido KeyFlora-Bama J Hawkins Duo / Jack Robertson Show / Jezebel’s Chill’n / Lee Yankie and the Hellz Yeahs / Hart Break Hill / Hung Juryspanish FortBluegill restaurant Blind Dog Mike

sATurDAY, NOV. 29FairhopeWindmill Market Bruce Jones Gulf shoresLuLu’s Sugarcane Jane Orange BeachToby Keith’s I Love This Bar Corey Cox Band Perdido KeyFlora-Bama Jezebel’s Chill’n / Jack Robertson Show / Cat Rhoades and the Truth / Hurricane Warning / Mario Mena Bandspanish FortBluegill restaurant River DogsFelix’s Fish camp Soulshine at 6:30 p.m.

suNDAY, NOV. 30FairhopeOld 27 Grill The Sound Carpenters Gulf shoresLuLu’s Greg Brown Orange BeachHappy Harbor the Mothership Adam HoltPerdido KeyFlora-Bama Logan Spicer DuosilverhillFrog Pond at Blue Moon Farm Grayson Capps, Grace Askew, Nick Branch, Cary Hudson, Corky Hughes spanish Fort

Felix’s Fish camp Sarah Percy at noon

MONDAY, DEc. 1 Gulf shoresLuLu’s Brent Burns Nolan’s Lisa Zanghi

TuEsDAY, DEc. 2Gulf shoresLuLu’s Jimmy Lumpkin

WEDNEsDAY, DEc. 3Gulf shoresLuLu’s Delta Reign Duo spanish FortBluegill restaurant Ross +1

THursDAY, DEc. 4Gulf shoresLuLu’s Adam Holt

FrIDAY, DEc. 5DaphneMain street cigar Lounge Robbie Sellers FairhopeOld 27 Grill Them Again Windmill Market Sugarcane JaneGulf shoresLulu’s JeriPapa rocco’s Brian and Charles Orange BeachHappy Harbor the

Mothership Jay Williams BandToby Keith’s I Love This Bar Ty Bates

ONGOINGFairhopeGambino’s Italian Grill Dueling Pianos every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.Gulf shoresNolan’s Midnight Confessions robertsdaleMagnolia Blossom cafe live music every Friday nightsilverhillThe Porch live music every Saturday from 8 p.m.-midnight and Sunday from 4-7 p.m.Wales West Live Bluegrass /Gospel every Tuesday

rEGIONAL cALENDAr MobileSaenger TheatreFriday, Dec. 5 Jerrod NiemannSoul Kitchen Saturday, Nov. 22 A Live One: Celebrating the Music of Phish Pensacolasaenger Theatre Friday, Nov. 28 Cirque Dreams Holidaze Friday, Dec. 5 Jeanne Robertson Vinyl Music HallSaturday, Nov. 22 Eric Lindell

LIVE LOCAL MUsICsee sugarcane Jane at LuLu’s Nov. 22 and 29 then at the Windmill Market Dec. 2.


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By scott Gentry [email protected]

This past weekend I found my-self in Pensacola looking for a place to share a pint with one

of my best friends, Brian Arnberg. Wanting to avoid the Friday night insanity that is every bar in down-town Pensacola, we made our way to the Hopjacks located on Nine Mile Road. While we were there I ordered the Vanilla Porter Nitro from Breck-enridge Brewery in Colorado.

It turned out to be my lucky day, because this was one of the best porters I’ve ever had. It was perfectly black with a tan head. The malty bitterness was the highlight of the palette, with the sweetest suggestion of vanilla coming through.

One thing that makes this beer excellent is the fact that it is a nitro beer. This beer is carbonated with a combination of carbon dioxide and nitrogen,

which stands in contrast to most other beers that are only carbonated with carbon dioxide. The result is an in-comparable mouthfeel; the nitrogen content makes this beer feel like liquid velvet going down.

It is also a beautiful beer, thanks to the nitrogen as well. Like draught Guinness, this beer exhibits the phenomenon of bubbles floating downward. This happens because nitrogen bubbles are so small they float upward in the very middle of the glass so quickly they set up a convective flow that forces the bubbles in the portion of the beer actually in contact with the glass to float down. We’re getting into fluid dynamics here, which is outside the realm of this article, so I’ll leave you with this: Google it.

Breckenridge Vanilla Porter Nitro

Will you celebrate Erntedankfest with a glass of wine?Jon robitailleBeer/Wine Specialist at Cain’s Piggly [email protected]

A c o m m o n m i s -conception is that Thanksgiving is strictly an Amer-

ican tradition, started in America and celebrated only in this country. The fact is — just like everything else the pilgrims brought over — the holiday has roots grounded in English tradition. There are also Thanksgiving celebra-tions in Canada, Liberia, Granada and Norfolk Islands. Japan and Germany have similar celebrations and in Ger-many, it’s called Erntedankfest — the harvest festival of thanks.

Erntedankfest is primarily a rural and religious celebration, usually part of a church service. Just like Thanksgiving in America, it includes large harvest dinners and parades. And of course, one would

serve a glass of wine with a large harvest dinner, right?

This year, as we give thanks, let’s offer up a toast with a couple of Germany’s

classic wine choices — Riesling and Gewürztraminer. They are both aromatic and slightly spicy and right at home with sage-rubbed turkey. They are perfectly paired with stuffing and would make any Erntedankfest table complete.

Riesling is the most popular white grape variety from Germany. It is used to make dry, semi-sweet, sweet and sparkling wines and displays a flowery aroma and is highly acidic giving it excellent aging potential. In the cool climate of Germany, Rieslings tend to display apple and tree fruit notes.

Gewürztraminer literally means “spice traminer” or “perfumed traminer,” and should give a clue as to its flavor profile. It is another white grape variety with high natural sugar and a showy bouquet of ly-chees, roses or passion fruit. Dry varieties often offer a slight spritz.

Jon robitaille

riesling

Valckenberg riesling 2011 A medium dry crisp wine from Germany with fresh flavors of green apple, peach and tropical fruits balanced with mineral notes on the finish.

starling castle Gewürztraminer 2012 A medium sweet wine from Germany with flavors of pear, sweet oranges and cinnamon.

WiNeS to trY:

scott Gentry

Gewürztraminer


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A trio of festive Fairhope events

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Christmas comes early this year in Fairhope, where the city is hosting a trio of events to get you and your family in the holiday spirit.

Fairhope Holiday stroll

Nov. 21

The Downtown Fairhope Holiday Stroll is Nov. 21 from 5 to 8 p.m.

The Downtown Fairhope Business Association invites the public to

eat, drink and be merry as the city’s downtown stores and restaurants will be open for extended hours.

The Fairhope Welcome Center will provide guests with free hot

chocolate and a reusable shopping tote.

Holiday Movie in the streets

Nov. 22

The next night, Nov. 22, the city invites families to attend the fifth

annual Holiday Movie in the Streets to watch at the corner of Section

Street and Fairhope Avenue at 6:30 p.m. Families are invited to bring

lawn chairs and blankets from home, and children can wear their

holiday pajamas. No alcoholic beverages will be allowed.

Admission is free to this fun, annual event.

55th annual christmas Open House

Nov. 23

Finally, on Nov. 23, the city invites the public to its 55th annual

Christmas Open House event from 1 to 5 p.m., with live music,

entertainment and refreshments at shops and restaurants

all over downtown.


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