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In today’s newsletter :

1. Fairhope Labor Day Tradition: BBQ at The American Legion Today!

2. Fairhope’s Riley Leonard Leads Notre Dame to Victory Over Texas A&M!

3. Rev Up for Charity: Bill E’s Bike Night, September 4th—No Bike Needed!

4. Quick News from around Fairhope

5. Fairhope Adoptable Pets : Cooper the Australian Sheppard

6. Let’s Go! Fairhope Events Section

Fairhope Labor Day Tradition: BBQ at The American Legion Today!

Fairhope’s Riley Leonard Leads Notre Dame to Victory Over Texas A&M!

Fairhope’s own Riley Leonard faced the intense atmosphere of Texas A&M’s Kyle Field and led Notre Dame to a hard-fought 23-13 victory in their season opener. Despite the overwhelming crowd of 107,315, Leonard remained composed, delivering a steady performance that, along with the team’s gritty defense, secured this early statement win for the Irish. While his stats were modest, Leonard’s leadership in navigating such a challenging SEC environment marked a strong start to his journey as Notre Dame’s quarterback. With this win under their belt, Leonard and the Irish are poised for an exciting season ahead.

Rev Up for Charity: Bill E’s Bike Night, September 4th—No Bike Needed!

Rev up your evening at Bill E’s Bike Night Fundraiser on September 4th! Whether you ride or not, this event promises a wheelie good time for everyone. Starting at 5 p.m., enjoy raffles, giveaways, food specials, and live music, all while checking out a slick Custom Canyon Racer build on display. With supporters like Red Bull, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Coors Light, you know the fun will be in full throttle. So, don’t miss out—come for the cause, stay for the party, and remember, no motorcycle required!

Quick News from around Fairhope

1. Fairhope Weather : Hot Today but Cooler Later This Week

2. Fairhope Single mom to 6 children needs clothing and baby items.

3. Fairhope Single Mom with 6 Children Needs Help with Beds

4. Early Customer Review of The Blind Tiger

5. Cafe Viola Open For Labor Day

6. Book Inn Open For Labor Day

7. Labor Day Weekend Events at the American Legion

8. Labor Day BBQ at American Legion - Drive Thru or Walk Up

9. Boom's Thai Kitchen opens in Piggly Wiggly in Fairhope

Fairhope Adoptable Pets : Cooper the Australian Sheppard

Meet Cooper, a lively 3-year-old Australian Shepherd with endless energy and a big heart. He’s incredibly loyal and combines his loving nature with a strong drive to stay active. Cooper is intelligent, quickly mastering commands like “sit” and “wait,” and thrives on challenges. His high energy makes him the perfect adventure buddy, whether hiking or training, and his affectionate side ensures he’s a joy to be around. Cooper’s enthusiasm for learning and working makes every day with him exciting and full of love. Read more about Cooper and other adoptable pets at the Haven by clicking here.

Let’s Go Fairhope sifts through endless posts, websites and insider-scoop information to bring you the skinny on events and things to do locally. It filters out the noise and gets to the point. It’s a simple list, presented in a friendly format, reminding us at-a-glance of what’s happening each week. Our fans say they like it because it’s basic, easily accessible, can be printed and posted on the fridge, and found on social media. Click here to visit our website and subscribe to our newsletter.

Monday, September 2
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• 7 am: Fall Ruck Club 10-week course begins @ CrossFit Fairhope

• 8 am: Local Info / 9:05 - 10 am: Gulf Coast Swap Shop @ WABF 1480 AM Radio

• 8 am - 5 pm: City of Fairhope Offices Closed No Garbage/Trash Pickup

• 8 - 5 pm: Fairhope Public Library Closed for Labor Day

• 9 am: First Hope Benevolence Ministry Meets @ First Fairhope

• 10 am: Knit & Crochet for a Purpose @ Fairhope United Methodist

• 10:45 am: Labor Day BBQ Plates Drive Thru or Walk Up @ American Legion 199

• 11 am: Fairhope Elks BBQ Plates $15 til sold out @ Fairhope Elks Lodge

• 1:30 - 3 pm: Craft Circle @ Fairhope Christian Church

• 2 pm: Eastern Shore Uke Club @ Fairhope Unitarian Fellowship

• 3 pm: Seeking Peace Grief Group @ Fairhope United Methodist

• 4 - 7 pm: Disco Lemonade - Live Music @ American Legion Post 199

• 4 - 9 pm: Gambino's Italian Grill CLOSED for Labor Day

• 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm: The Selma Boys - Live Music @ Page & Palette

• 6:30 pm: Magnolia Squares Square Dancing @ Fairhope Christian Church

• 7:14 - 7:37 pm: Sunset @ Fairhope Pier

Tuesday, September 3
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• 7 am: 62+ Seniors 5% Discount Day @ Piggly Wiggly Fairhope

• 7:15 am: The Nix Golfers meet on Tuesdays @ Quail Creek Golf Course

• 8 am, 9:05 - 10 am: Local Info / Gulf Coast Swap Shop @ WABF 1480 AM Radio

• 8 am: Pickleball @ Fairhope United Methodist

• 9:30 am: Caregivers Support Group @ Fairhope UMC

• 10 am: Butterflies Dancing Music and Movement Class Ages 0-5 w/ Caregiver

• 12 pm: Sertoma Club Guest Speaker @ District Hall

• 1 pm: Free Movie: Philomena (ages 18+ up) @ Fairhope Public Library

• 4:30 pm: Fairhope Pedestrian & Bicycle Committee Meeting @ Fairhope Public

• Library - Giddens

• 5 - 9 pm: Taco Tuesday $2 Tacos @ Dragonfly Foodbar

• 6 pm: Hammerfest 25 miles ride - Rear Light Required @ Procycle

• 6 - 8 pm: R.J. Lee - Author Event @ Page & Palette

• 6:30 pm: Running Wild Hills & Speed Run @ Meet at Pier Ave & Satsuma St

• 6:30 - 8 pm: DJ Trivia @ Section Street Pizza

• 7 pm: Bingo @ Bone & Barrel

• 7 - 10 pm: Karaoke @ Gambino’s Italian Grill

• 7:12 - 7:36 pm: Sunset @ Fairhope Pier

• 8 pm: Trivia Night @ Tongue and Groove

• 8 pm: Trivia Night @ The Ravenite Pizzeria

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