Eastern Shore American Legion Post 199

(4 reviews)

0.9 mi

I've been many times over the past 10 years, most recently last nights opening of Into the…read moreBreeches. Well done with a good mix of comprise and serious scenes, with a wonderful cast The venue is small intimate and they play toward all parts of the audience so every seat is good Highly recommend!!

The current production is The Waverly Gallery. The story is of an elderly lady who runs an art…read moregallery. She is unfortunately having memory problems. Is it Alzheimer's? This is a poignant play that may bring tears to your eyes as you root for her. Yet there are laughs galore. The cast does a fine job. Timothy Guys direction is pitch perfect. Highly recommended.

The Studio

(5 reviews)

6.1 mi

Brandon and The Studio are awesome. Brandon's coaching took our daughter's confidence to a new…read morelevel. She placed 1st place in the Alabama NATS under Brandon's direction and she was selected to the 2020 Dogwood Trail Court with the help of his coaching. She's currently a junior at Auburn studying Musical Theatre and is planning to follow in Brandon's footsteps in becoming a vocal / acting coach or pursue teaching. She graduated from The Studio years ago but she remains in contact and visits with Brandon often when she's home. We couldn't have asked for a better mentor and motivator to coach her musically and just a friend that continues to encourage her.

We moved to Baldwin County a year ago. After signing up for a summer theater camp my then 11 yo…read moredaughter signed up for acting lessons with Robin at The Studio. They were immediately welcoming and encouraging. My daughter's confidence has soared and her public speaking skills are now excellent. She has now signed up for voice with Nate (progressing so rapidly) and joined her school drama club. I can't recommend The Studio enough. Every faculty member pours their heart into these kids, and the owner Brandon is so quick to reply to any correspondence

Students attending a competition in 2019 at the University of Mobile

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Cheering on students in one of our favorite things to do!

Baldwin Pops

1.2 mi

The Baldwin Pops, a 501(c)(3) - Nonprofit Organization, has been around Baldwin County on coastal…read moresouthern Alabama since 1977. They're an organization of volunteer musicians committed to enhancing the cultural environment of all of the Eastern Shore and Baldwin County by providing free concerts to the public. You never need a ticket to attend a Baldwin Pops Concert, however, seating is on a first-come first-serve basis. Their mission is musical education of young people, the future generation of adult musicians, through concerts, clinics, festivals and scholarships. We just saw them for the second time this year at the Erie B Mayer civic center in Gulf Show for their annual Christmas show, Holiday Traditions, which was fabulous. Earlier this year we enjoyed their performance in the front lawn of the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach with a splendid sound of pop culture. This talented group of musicians, conductors, staff and volunteers contribute to musical life in Baldwin County, giving us, their audience, some fabulous personal experiences with quality music. Sharing the heritage of bands in America by broadening appreciation of the depth and variety of music that only a concert band can offer. Bottom line: Talented people sharing their gifts of music that's free for all to enjoy! Highly recommended!! https://www.baldwinpops.com/ https://www.facebook.com/thebaldwinpops/

A terrific local band performing throughout Baldwin county Alabama

The Baldwin Pops

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Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival

(5 reviews)

1.1 mi

We found this one of a kind piece on our second visit to the show. Purchased from The Copper…read moreColumn. For the price paid we feel like we got a great piece for a large wall at our home. They even delivered it to our house within 15 minutes of our purchase.

Super fun art fair to be involved in as a vendor and a spectator. Well organized and tons of…read morepeople. Super fun!

A collage of pics from a few vendors

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Coastal Area Dance

2.0 mi

Coastal Area Dance offers a great variety of classes including Zumba, Tahitian, Silks, Ballroom,…read moreHip Hop and more!! I love our 10am Saturday Zumba class with Brandi Sian. Come check out the studios or sign up for classes today!!

Fairhope Filmfest

1.2 mi

Just a fantastic film festival. It's an annual event in its third year and happens in November,…read morestarting on a Thursday and ending on a Sunday. If you are a fan of movies and/or filmfests you will love it. This was my first year attending so I cannot speak for the other two years, but this year's line-up consisted of great shorts, narratives, documentaries, and full length. None were commercial and so you really got exposed to movies you wouldn't otherwise see. That is my major beef with other Film Fests, that they often show movies that will or are already in movie theaters (NOLA film Fest in recent years) and don't focus on regional/local films or talent. Many of the films I saw over the weekend were locally produced, shot, and/or had local subject matters. That is what I am looking for in a filmfest: that it has an overall theme and that it focuses on the area or region where it is located. Keep in mind that Fairhope isn't that large of a city and consequently the firlmfest isn't large. But it was a professional operation with volunteers, professional brochure and schedules, and they even had themed swag you could buy ( I got a coffee mug). They also handed out a free coupon book that could be used at local businesses, which I thought was a great local touch. There were a few places to catch the films but all were located in the heart of downtown Fairhope to getting around was very convenient. I picked up on tickets at the downtown city offices and they were very helpful with the lay of the land. Parking was also not an issue, as there is non-metered street parking all over the downtown area. I parked my car around 9:30 am and didn't leave until around 5:00. I walked everywhere that day. There are great places to get lunch and some fantastic shopping and so in between films I got something to eat and did some light shopping. All-in-all it was a fantastic day. If you love smaller filmfests showcasing great independent movies then you will enjoy the Fairhope filmfest. The fact that it occurs in a charming town is just the icing on the cake! Check it out...you will be glad you did!

Dean Mosher Studio

1.4 mi

We found ourselves on the grounds while out and about in the city and were allowed to wander freely…read moreand respectfully. This is a great backdrop to romantic and whimsical photos and the homeowners are very personable. As a note: these are private residences, so when you visit, please be respectful of property.

From the owner: Dean Mosher Studio is in Mosher Castle a Private Home. There are no gallery hours. Mr. Mosher's…read morework is commission only. Pro. photo shoots & tours of studio and the castles can be arranged. You are welcome to walk the grounds in front of the castles during daylight hrs. No charge. No going up onto decks, into the backyards, peeking into windows and watch your young children, please.

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

3.1

(360 reviews)

58.3 mi

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi…read more Some places look the part. This place plays the part. Clean, sharp, and buzzing the second you walk in yeah, it's iconic, no question. The games are dialed in, the whole setup feels polished, and it's got that classic casino energy where anything can happen. But let's be real that's not why this one took my number one spot. It's the generosity. I've been to casinos where getting a drink feels like you're filing paperwork. Waiting, flagging someone down, or worse paying like you're at a concert. Not here. At this place, the drinks don't just show up... they find you. Like clockwork. Like they've got a sixth sense for an empty glass. We were there celebrating friends, my daughter, her classmates and every single one of us noticed the same thing. Not just friendly, not just nice... but relentless in the best way. You'd take two sips and boom there's someone asking if you're ready for another. It felt like Mardi Gras met old-school Vegas and decided to move to Biloxi. Now let me paint you a quick picture There's this older gentleman a few seats down from me, posted up at a machine like he's been there since sunrise. Calm, steady, not saying much. A waitress swings by, keeps his glass full without him ever asking. Whiskey, neat. Every time it dips, she's back like a ghost with good intentions. After a while, he finally looks up at her and says, "Ma'am... I don't know if I'm winning or if you're just making me think I am." She smiles, tops him off, and says, "Honey, around here... we make sure you feel like both." And that right there? That's the place. Because here's the truth when a casino is generous with the drinks, people loosen up. They laugh more, tip more, play a little longer, take a few extra chances. It builds a vibe. A reputation. A story you take home with you. So yeah, there are a lot of casinos in Biloxi. Bigger, flashier, louder maybe. But this one? This one understands the assignment. You come to gamble. You come to celebrate. And when they keep that glass full without you chasing it... that's hospitality. That's why it's number one.

I've been coming to Biloxi for years and have stayed at the Hard Rock countless times…read more Unfortunately, the property has steadily declined in terms of service, amenities, cleanliness, and overall guest experience. I'm currently here and am beyond frustrated. It rained around 11 a.m., and apparently that means there is no pool service for the rest of the day. Guests are given only one small towel, which barely covers the lounge chair, and I was refused a second. Since there was no pool service, I attempted to grab a drink from one of the casino bars to bring back outside, only to be told my cover-up was not appropriate. Mind you, I was wearing a one-piece swimsuit and a modest cover-up that happened to be slightly short. I've seen far more revealing attire throughout the casino. I've been here for three days and my room has not been serviced once. I currently have no clean towels. Last night, my room key repeatedly malfunctioned, requiring multiple trips to the front desk before maintenance finally had to come let me into my room. The valet service disappeared years ago, but that's only one small piece of a much larger problem. There are often homeless individuals congregating outside the property. Even the non-smoking rooms smell like smoke. The hotel itself appears neglected--dust coats the glass shelving, light fixtures, and other surfaces throughout the property. A closer look reveals a level of dirt and lack of upkeep that is hard to ignore. While many employees have been pleasant, others seem completely uninterested in providing quality customer service and have noticeably poor attitudes. The pool area remains the hotel's biggest selling point, but even that feels dated and poorly maintained. Much of the property is overdue for a deep cleaning, pressure washing, and significant refurbishment. I used to genuinely love staying here, which makes this review disappointing to write. The Hard Rock was once one of Biloxi's standout properties. Today, I would strongly recommend spending your money elsewhere--particularly at the Beau Rivage, which continues to offer a much higher standard of service, cleanliness, and overall guest experience.

Smoking allowed all through here where trying to eat

Room, def roadie room.

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Hard Rock quality

Pensacola Greyhound Track and Poker Room

3.1

(7 reviews)

33.3 mi

I decided to take a trip to see a bygone of the times. Indeed, this place is GONE! Dogs do not run…read moreanymore. The interior smells of smoke and dingy carpet from the 80s. The bar is not as inviting as you might like. Bottom line, they have dealer poker if that is your thing. That is the ONLY reason to drive that far.

Must say I was very satisfied with my visit! First off it was smoke free inside. No cover charge,…read moreconcessions were very quick and reasonably priced. Parking was easy. Really need some updating around the facility I wasn't very impressed with the outside appearance of the track and felt like the building takes away from the experience. Also need more lighting outside of the facility around the parking lot. With this said, I would still recommend to anyone who enjoys racing! Keep it going guys!