TREASURES KREWE ANNOUNCES ROYALTY
The Treasures of the Isle Mardi Gras Krewe is proud to announce their King and Queen for 2009-2010. King Phillip Baker and Queen Anne Mitchell will reign over 2009-2010 events including the Treasures of the Isle Ball, January 30, 2010, and the Parade, Mardi Gras Day, February 16, 2010. Treasures of the Isle was founded on the principal of giving back to the community with charitable endeavors while enjoying the fun of Mardi Gras and fellowship with friends. The Krewe membership includes men and women, married and single. Charitable donations this year have included the Christian Service Center, the American Cancer Society and the Orange Beach Park and Recreation Department.
For information on how to become a member and join all the fun while helping the community email the Treasures .
TREASURE’S HUNT FESTIVAL SET FOR APRIL 18
The Mardi Gras Krewe Treasures of the Isle will hold the annual Arts and Crafts Festival and Community Yard Sale on Saturday, April 18 from 9 a.m. till 5 p.m. at the Orange Beach Sportsplex on Canal Road. Admission is free.
Lots of food and fun for the whole family is being planned and local artists and craftsmen will be displaying and selling their works. Food booths will be available and include German sausages, corn dogs, nachos and fresh strawberry shortcakes. In addition, the festival will feature a community yard sale with a wide variety of “treasures from the attic.” Proceeds from the festival will benefit the Orange Beach Park and Recreation Department and other local charities.
Individuals interested in learning more about displaying and selling art, crafts, and yard sale items or other commercial items are invited to call 251-986-3770 or email treasuresoftheisle@hotmail.com.
Some of the Festival planning committee include, from left, Sherry Bell, Allyson Walters, Connie Baker, Cheryl Lanning and Ralph Elders.
