Orange Beach Performing Arts Center Hosts Student’s Fine Arts Night

OBA Staff • May 6, 2025

The event will include student performances and an art exhibit

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Orange Beach students and families are invited to a special night celebrating creativity and performance. The Orange Beach Performing Arts Center will host the school’s Fine Arts Night, featuring student talent in music, theater, and visual arts. The event is open to the public and showcases the work of students from all grade levels. It promises an evening full of inspiration and community spirit.

Fine Arts Night takes place on Thursday, May 8th, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Orange Beach Performing Arts Center, located at 23908 Canal Road in Orange Beach.

Performances will include the Orange Beach Middle High School Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band, OBMHS Theater, and the Orange Beach Elementary School Choir. Guests will also enjoy a K–12 art exhibit, which opens at 5:30 p.m.

Students, parents, and community members are encouraged to attend and support the students and the arts. The event highlights the hard work of local students and the importance of the arts in education.

For more information, visit: Performing Arts Center | Orange Beach, AL.

< Older Post Newer Post >

Share this article w/ Friends...

Dream Homes Take Shape in New Gulf Shores Community

By Allison Marlow • May 7, 2025

Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – With just 53 miles of Gulf Coast property available in the state, Waterways has created a homestead where a life near the water and on the water intersect. The 60 homes here not only offer stunning water views, but they also give homeowners access to a private marina where they can easily slip out into the great blue beyond. The 20-acre Waterways neighborhood in Gulf Shores embraces each of these ideas with homes that are as gorgeous as they are functional.

Foley Temporarily Pauses Residential Development Projects

By Guy Busby • May 7, 2025

Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – The Foley City Council has decided to temporarily stop certain kinds of residential development. This pause gives the city time to update important rules that guide how Foley grows. City leaders want to make sure future building projects match the town’s vision.

Local Heroes Honored for Acts of Bravery and Kindness

By OBA Staff • May 7, 2025

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Sunny 105.7 hosted its first-ever “Heroes of the Gulf Coast” event to celebrate everyday people who showed courage and compassion during times of crisis. The event honored seven individuals from the community. These heroes included police, firefighters, doctors, and citizens. Each showed selflessness and bravery that made a real difference.

New Turf and Lighting Planned for Orange Beach Sportsplex

By John Mullen • May 6, 2025

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Orange Beach will consider awarding a bid for installation of new lights on the baseball and softball fields at the Sportsplex. This will be in addition to new turf on both of those fields as well as the soccer/football stadium at the complex. The turf fields were added in 2023. The first artificial turf went in at the softball field, followed by the baseball field.

Volleyball Championship on ESPN Showcased Athletes and Gulf Shores

By Angela Malick • May 5, 2025

Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – I’ve covered a lot of sporting events in my career, but there was something undeniably electric about the 2025 NCAA Women’s Beach Volleyball Championship this weekend in Gulf Shores. From the very first serve to the final point, it wasn’t just a tournament—it was a statement.

A Full Week of Activities On Tap Along the Alabama Gulf Coast

By Jessica A. Taylor • May 5, 2025

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – It’s a week full of local events across the Alabama Gulf Coast, offering a wide mix of outdoor activities, live music, educational programs, and community gatherings. From Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Gulf Shores to art markets in Foley and walking challenges on the trails of Orange Beach, there’s something for every age and interest.

Gulf Shores Eyes New Sidewalks with TAP Grant Funds

By John Mullen • May 5, 2025

Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – The city council will discuss two Transportation Alternatives Program grants for improvements to East First Street between East 16th Avenue and East 20th Avenue and a new sidewalk for West Beach Boulevard.

Foley to Discuss Zoning, Speed Limits and Sewer Cost-Sharing at Tonight’s Meeting

By John Mullen • May 5, 2025

Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – The Foley City Council will consider an emergency measure to replace a failing air conditioning unit at city hall. The issue will be taken up during its regular meeting. The council will also address a lengthy agenda of city matters. The meeting takes place in council chambers.

Free Help for Stray Cats Available in Baldwin County

By OBA Staff • May 4, 2025

Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – Safe Harbor Animal Coalition is offering free spay and neuter clinics for stray cats in Baldwin County. These clinics are only for unowned cats that people are caring for and plan to continue supporting. The service is not available for personal pets. All cats must arrive in secure carriers or covered traps.

Alabama Seafood Cook Off 2023 - Photo by Billy Pope

Alabama Seafood Cook-Off Returns for 10th Year at Orange Beach

By OBA Staff • May 4, 2025

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Alabama's top chefs will soon compete in a high-stakes cooking battle using Gulf seafood. The Alabama Seafood Cook-Off is marking its tenth year with a special celebration. Four chef teams will create dishes using both seafood and local farm ingredients. Sweet Grown Alabama is organizing the event this year.