We have a winner! 🎉
Congrats to Geri, who scored the $50 gift card to Plane & Level Coastal in our recent subscriber giveaway!
Thank you to everyone who entered and helped spread the word. I’m planning more local giveaways and surprises soon, so if you didn’t win this time… there’s always next round.
If you missed the spin, you can catch the winning moment on YouTube here: Watch the Wheel Video. It’s a quick dose of fun—and a reminder that sometimes, showing up really does pay off. 🙌
🌟 UPCOMING EVENTS — By Date
Friday, May 2
– Swift Coles Historic Home Tours | 12–5 PM | Bon Secour, AL | $5 | 251.609.4578
– 35th Annual BCHBA Golf Classic | 8 AM–3 PM | Rock Creek Golf Course | $175 TICKETS
– Rumors (Play) | 7:30–10 PM | Theatre 98 TICKETS
– First Friday Art Walk | 6-8 PM | Downtown Fairhope
– Dragonfly Parking Lot Sale | 9 AM | 16821 ST HWY 181 – Point Clear
Saturday, May 3
– May Day Celebration | 10 AM–1 PM | May Day Park, Daphne
– Cruise to the Site of the Clotilda Wreck | 1:15–3:30 PM | Departs Mobile Convention Center | $35 TICKETS
– Fettuccine & Bowties Pasta Class | 2:30 PM | Mari’s Italian Cooking Lab | $72 TICKETS
– Rumors (Play) | 7:30–10 PM | Theatre 98 TICKETS
– Boots & Dukes Dance Party | 8 PM | Daphne Civic Center | $35 TICKETS
– Adventures in 1800’s Local Cooking Demo | 9:30-11 AM | Blakeley State Park | $5 TICKETS
– Dragonfly Parking Lot Sale | 9 AM | 16821 ST HWY 181 – Point Clear
Sunday, May 4
– Fettuccine & Bowties Pasta Class | 2:30 PM | Mari’s Italian Cooking Lab | $72 TICKETS
– Rumors (Play) | 2:30–5 PM | Theatre 98 TICKETS
Monday, May 5
– Basic Computer Skills Class | 10–11 AM | Daphne Library
Thursday, May 8
– Brown Bag by the Bay | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM | May Day Park, Daphne
– Rumors (Play) | 7:30–10 PM | Theatre 98 TICKETS
– Just For Fun – Wine Tasting | 4:30–6:30 PM | Southern Grove Winery TICKETS
Friday, May 9
– Swift Coles Historic Home Tours | 12–5 PM | Bon Secour, AL | $5 | 251.609.4578
– Rumors (Play) | 7:30–10 PM | Theatre 98 TICKETS
– Live Music in the Park | 6:30-8:30 PM | Blakeley State Park| $8 | TICKETS
Saturday, May 10
– Fettuccine & Bowties Pasta Class | 1:30 PM | Mari’s Italian Cooking Lab | $72 TICKETS
– Boil on the Bay | 4–7 PM | American Legion Post 199, Fairhope | $10–$60 TICKETS
– Rotary Steak Cook-Off | 7 PM | Downtown Fairhope TICKETS
– Rumors (Play) | 7:30–10 PM | Theatre 98 TICKETS
– Daphne Market | 10 AM | 25369 US Highway 98
Sunday, May 11
– Rumors (Play) | 2:30–5 PM | Theatre 98 TICKETS
– Happy Mother’s Day | Brunch Lineup | RESERVATIONS
All of these events are from good sources, but things change, so verify times, places.
📰 EASTERN SHORE NEWS
The Magnolia Mystery Eggs
If you’ve wandered down Magnolia Avenue early enough, you may have seen them: a trio of pastel-painted wooden eggs tucked quietly beneath the same oak tree near the white picket fence. No sign. No explanation. Just a curious bit of joy left for passersby to wonder over.
Locals have started calling them the Magnolia Mystery Eggs—though no one’s claimed them. Some say a retired art teacher leaves them to delight the neighborhood kids. Others insist it’s just Fairhope being Fairhope.
Either way, they’re a gentle reminder that magic doesn’t always knock. Sometimes, it just quietly appears under a tree.
Spotted the eggs? Snap a photo and tag @YourEasternShore. Let’s keep the legend alive.
Exciting News for Local Food Lovers
Fairhope’s beloved Supper Club is making a comeback in a brand-new location with a fresh design. Construction is now underway at its new home, located at the end of Sweetwater Circle as part of a new development called The Preserve at Sweetwater. The original restaurant, which was lost to a fire on Scenic Highway 98 last year, has long been missed by locals. Owned by Cooper Restaurants LLC, the reimagined Supper Club promises a new chapter while honoring its well-loved legacy. More details are expected as the project progresses.
Hop On: Fairhope’s Free Downtown Shuttle
Fairhope visitors and locals can now take advantage of a free downtown shuttle service while exploring the Central Business District. If you’re parked nearby and need a lift to your downtown destination, simply call 251-850-6348 between 10 AM and 4 PM, Monday through Saturday. It’s a convenient way to enjoy all that Downtown Fairhope has to offer.
Daphne’s Tunnel to Nowhere
Beneath the quiet streets of Olde Towne Daphne, a peculiar rumor has been gaining traction—again. Locals whisper of a forgotten tunnel that begins somewhere near the old post office and stretches eastward… to nowhere.
No one agrees where it ends—or if it ever does. Some say it was a storm drain that never got connected. Others believe it was meant to be a Prohibition-era escape route for a speakeasy that never opened. One elderly gentleman claims he crawled partway through it in 1963, only to emerge, confused and dusty, behind a Shell station in Daphne. His family doesn’t talk about it.
The city insists no such tunnel appears on official records. But just last week, a musician near the gazebo swore he felt cool air blowing from a grate that hadn’t existed the day before. “It smelled like earth… and library paste,” he said, before resuming his harmonica solo.
The tunnel has inspired its own share of folklore. A few claim it’s used by night-shift raccoons on their way to the Waffle House. Others believe it’s a portal for particularly determined garden club members.
Whether it’s forgotten infrastructure or just one of those stories folks pass around to keep things interesting, one thing is certain: if you see a hatch you’ve never noticed before, and it’s slightly ajar… maybe just leave it be.
Some places are meant to stay a mystery.
🏡 EASTERN SHORE REAL ESTATE
Real Estate Pulse: Buyer’s Market or Seller’s Market?
One of the questions I hear most often is, “So… is this a buyer’s market or a seller’s market right now?” The answer can shift quickly, especially along the Eastern Shore—but here’s a quick breakdown of what each one means and where we currently stand.
A buyer’s market happens when there are more homes for sale than there are buyers. That gives buyers the upper hand—more choices, more time to decide, and sometimes even better deals.
A seller’s market is the opposite—there are more buyers than homes available. That often leads to quicker sales, higher prices, and multiple offers, especially if the home is well-prepared and priced right.
Right now?
We’re in what you might call a transitional market. Some price ranges and neighborhoods still favor sellers—especially well-priced homes under $600k in prime locations. But we’re seeing signs of balance, and in some cases, longer days on market.
The big takeaway: real estate isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s hyperlocal, and the experience can look very different in Fairhope than it does in Daphne or Spanish Fort.
If you’re curious how your area is trending, you can always explore the latest Eastern Shore Market Research Reports here or reach out to me to have a conversation about your neighborhood.
🗂️ Explore the Latest Listings:
🏡 Hot Properties – Just listed homes you’ll want to see
🔻 Price Reductions – Smart buyers, Check these out
🏠 Open Houses – Dates, times, and photos
💦 Swimming Pool Homes – Dive into summer
🌊 Orange Beach Condo – New under-$500K condo listing
✔️ Just Sold – Gorgeous custom home in Fairhope
📍 Curious what your home might sell for?
I’ll run the numbers, you get clarity—no pressure, no strings.
🔗 NEW ON THE BLOG
🌸 Mother’s Day Brunch 2025 – Find the sweetest spots on the Eastern Shore to treat Mom this Mother’s Day. From high tea service to waterfront dining, there’s something special for every kind of celebration.
🐊 Gator Boardwalk – Get up close (safely!) on this nature-filled boardwalk trail that’s perfect for families, visitors, or a peaceful solo stroll.
🏖️ Orange Beach Legends: Story 4 – Discover the latest tale in our coastal storytelling series with Yolanda—this one weaves pirate lore with a peek into a real beachside condo that might just steal your heart.
💰 Budget-Friendly Homes on the Eastern Shore – Yes, they still exist! Explore homes under $400K that offer charm, value, and a little breathing room in today’s shifting market.
🛫 Eastern Shore Luxe Passport™ – Get a first look at our newest storytelling tool for sellers: a visually engaging passport-style experience that makes high-end home marketing feel elevated and fun.
🔄 Eastern Shore Luxe Home Renewal Blueprint™ – Has your home left the market without selling? This innovative program is designed to refresh your listing and reignite buyer interest, with over 20 years of local expertise behind every detail.
🍗 Champy’s Fried Chicken in Daphne – From blues music to crispy Southern cooking, this casual hot spot brings the flavor—and keeps the locals coming back for more.
Thanks for letting me be part of your week. A BIG Congratulations to Geri!!
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P.S. 🗺️ Ready for more legends, lore, and coastal secrets?
🎥 Set sail with Yolanda on YouTube and dive into Tales from the Shore—a playlist of whispered history, pirate drama, and the magic of the Gulf Coast you didn’t learn in school.
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