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In Today’s Fairhope Now Newsletter :

1. Fairhope/CAL Fan Football Sign Gone Wrong

2. Mary Ann’s Deli reopens

3. Making Math Fun for kids

4. Baldwin County Fair: Delayed but still happening

5. Fairhope Farmers Market

6. Quick News from around Fairhope

7. Let’s Go! Fairhope Events Section

Outpouring of Love on Fairhope Now for Newcomer to Southern Football

We love a feel good story! Veronica Valli and her family moved here from Nevada last year. She is British and her husband is from California. While attending their first ever Auburn football recently game she held up a sign that ended up on national TV, sparking a lot of feedback from our Fairhope football fans. Many comments Veronica received were NOT positive - and that’s not our true Southern way! She has now posted an explanation that soccer (also known as “football”) is really her sport of choice and the supportive comments she is receiving are excellent! Veronica promises to learn more about our local football teams - and pick a side. Want to show our new Fairhope resident some love? She will be signing copies of her book, Soberful, at Page & Pallet on Saturday, Sept 21st, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. See more on Fairhope Now

Mary Ann’s Deli reopens just around the Block

You can once again stop in for a Michael T’s sandwich or Quiche of the Day at the beloved Mary Ann’s Deli! After being closed for several weeks, this long time favorite of Faiurhope’s is back in business in its new location. Just around the corner from its previous location inside The Mill (soon to be Apiary), Fairhope residents were happy to show up and support this favorite lunch spot yesterday. Learn more on the Fairhope Times FB Page.

Making Math Fun: Tiffany VanSant goes Above & Beyond at FMS

Tiffany VanSant teaches 8th grade math at Fairhope Middle School, bringing with her 18 years of experience, including some time in high school. For the past four years, she has focused on middle school, where she thrives on teamwork and support from her fellow teachers. She finds joy in helping students grasp difficult concepts and celebrates their "aha" moments of understanding. Recently nominated for the Golden Apple Award by her principal, VanSant emphasizes the importance of meeting educational standards while making learning enjoyable. Colleague Angie Hall praises her as exceptionally deserving of recognition. Congratulations to Tiffany VanSant and Fairhope Middle School for their outstanding work! Read more here on WKRG

Baldwin County Fair Opening Night Postponed Due to Weather

The Baldwin County Fair is back! However opening night was canceled because of heavy rains. Due to the weather, the fair was closed for safety reasons but will reopen at 5 p.m. on Wednesday. It will run through Saturday night, with all rides and games ready. Note: that there will be no extensions beyond the original schedule. This year features new attractions like the Ring of Fire. Don't miss the "Madness till Midnight" event on Friday night, offering unlimited rides for $25 from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Learn more on the WKRG website.

Hurray for Fairhope Farmer’s Market

Fall is almost here! Once again you can pick up local jams, flowers, produce, and so much more on Thursday afternoons starting September 19th from 3-6 p.m. behind the Fairhope Public Library. Enjoy a variety of fresh, local produce, baked goods, handmade items, live music, and so much more!

Mark your calendars for a special Halloween Farmers Market on October 31st, featuring trick-or-treating and plenty of fun for the kids, stay updated by following the events posted on Fairhope Now like the Fairhope Farmers Market. 

Ready for your next pet? Check out The Haven!

🎉 Missy has now been adopted but there are plenty more pets in need of a family at The Haven in Fairhope. The Haven is a nonprofit, no-kill shelter providing love and medical care to abused and neglected homeless pets until adopted. Their fundraiser Tails of Hope is Thursday, October 10th at Glory Farms beginning at 6:00 pm and including a silent auction. Check out the details here The Haven.

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Quick News from Around Fairhope

1. Fairhope Weather : Drier days ahead!

2. Baldwin Family Village gains support

3. Fairhope Brewing Oktoberfest

4. Find your new pet here

5. Alabama Coastal Clean Up Saturday

6. The Hope Farm: Art of Mixology

Let’s Go Fairhope sifts through endless posts, websites and insider-scoop information to bring you the skinny on events locally. It’s a simple list, presented in a friendly format, reminding us at-a-glance of what’s happening each week. Let’s Go! 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 website and subscribe to the newsletter.

Wednesday, September 18
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• 8 am, 9:05 - 10 am: Local News / Gulf Coast Swap Shop @ WABF 1480 AM Radio

• 9 am: Special Called - Tree Committee Meeting @ City Hall Conference Room

• 12:30 pm: FH Rotary w/ Gene Kirkconnell WKRG-TV News Director @ Fairhope UMC

• 1:30 pm: Weekly Bible Study @ Fairhope United Methodist Church

• 3 pm: Back Porch Folk Singers @ Fairhope Unitarian Fellowship

• 5:15 pm: Recreation Board Meeting @ Fairhope Recreation Center

• 6- 7 pm: Guided Meditation & Sound Bath @ Lotus Bluum

• 6:30 pm: Wise Guys Jazz Band @ Gambino’s Italian Grill

• 6:30 pm: Trivia @ District Hall

• 6:30 - 9 pm: Live Music @ Rotolo’s

• 6:30 - 9 pm: DJ Music Bingo @ Section Street Pizza

• 6:54 - 7:16 pm: Sunset @ Fairhope Pier

Thursday, September 19
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• 7 am: Personnel Board Meeting @ City of Fairhope Mayor's Conference Room

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

• 8 - 10 am: Pickleball @ Fairhope United Methodist

• 9 am - 3 pm: Walk-in Healthcare Interviews @ Infirmary Health 300 S. Greeno R

• 10 am: Weekly Grief Support Group @ First Fairhope

• 12 pm: Master Gardener Series: Planting Fall/Winter Gardens @ Fairhope Library

• 2 pm: Weekly Thursday Bible Study - Community Welcome @ FH Christian Church

• 2 pm: Historical Fiction Book Club - Sinners of Starlight City @ Fairhope Library

• 3 - 6 pm: City of Fairhope Outdoor Farmers Market @ Fairhope Public Library

• 5 pm: Spark Golf 9-Hole Social League @ Rock Creek

• 5:30 pm: Sunset Rotary Meeting w/ Guest Speaker @ (Sunset Rotary Location)

• 5:45 pm: Blissful Wellness Yoga on the Bluff @ Contact Blissful Wellness Yoga

• 6 pm: Carmel Apple Class $35 per person (Limit 10 ppl) @ Fairhope Chocolate

• 6 pm: Running Wild Group Run w/ @ Meet at McSharry’s

• 6 - 7:30 pm: The Lost Art of Random Conversation Event @ Corner Copia Gardens

• 6 - 8 pm: Rebecca/Gerry Duo @ Gambino's Italian Grill

• 6 - 8:30 pm: Trivia @ Rotolo’s Pizzeria

• 6:45 pm: Live Trivia in the Taproom @ Fairhope Brewing Company

• 6:52 - 7:15 pm: Sunset @ Fairhope Pier

• 7 - 10 pm: Lady & Gent (aka. Amber & Matt) - Live Music @ Bone & Barrel

• 8 pm: Rock & Roll Bingo @ The Ravenite Pizzeria

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