Early spring brings a full slate of gatherings across the Mobile area: a Saraland Mardi Gras parade, a free hospital baby expo, the Junior League’s community luncheon and the debut of Chickasaw’s own farmers market.
Krewe of Sparta Parade — March 2, Saraland
The Saraland Mardi Gras Association presents the Krewe of Sparta parade starting at noon along Saraland Boulevard South. Details: 251-455-0109.
Community Resource Fair & Family Fun Day — March 9, Grand Bay
The Grand Bay Community Center at 11610 Highway 90 hosts a Community Resource Fair and Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., complete with a Leprechaun fun run — green attire encouraged.
Beautiful Beginnings Baby Expo — March 10, Mobile
USA Health launches its Beautiful Beginnings Baby Expo from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital, 1700 Center Street in Midtown Mobile. The free, family-friendly event celebrates expectant moms, new parents and families with children under four, with door prizes, exhibitors, guided hospital tours and chances to meet care teams. Hospital staff deliver about 40 percent of infants born in the Mobile region, and the hospital operates the area’s only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Info: (251) 471-7262.
Junior League of Mobile Community Luncheon — March 14
The Junior League of Mobile holds its Community Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Arthur R. Outlaw Mobile Convention Center, 1 S. Water Street. Sponsorships are available; limited tables can be purchased through juniorleaguemobile.org or by calling 251-471-3348.
Also this month, St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1707 Government St., holds a bargain-priced book sale featuring new and used titles, popular and religious books, vintage books and religious items (251-479-5474).
Chickasaw Farmer’s Market Grand Opening — March 23
The city of Chickasaw cuts the ribbon on its new Farmer’s Market on Saturday, March 23 at Miller’s Park near West Grant Street, beginning at 9 a.m. Shoppers will find fresh produce and handmade crafts, with volunteers planning monthly markets through the spring. Vendor inquiries: [email protected].