This newsletter highlights North Baldwin's incredible attractions & rich history. We will feature historic buildings & landmarks as well as North Baldwin's parks and events! Be sure to sign up for the newsletter at the bottom of the page! Be on the lookout for the excitement

every 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 of each month!

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🎃Last Friday the North Baldwin Chamber hosted Friday the 13th part VII movie night with the help of sponsor Coastal Alabama Community College. The movie was a classic horror movie with parts of it filmed right here in Bay Minette at Byrnes Lake ( or as the movie calls it Crystal Lake). Costal provided free hotdogs, chips, drinks, and candy for all attendees. T-Mobile was also present giving out free popcorn and glowsticks. Mark your calendars for our next movie night on December 15th, featuring the Polar Express!🍬

🍬Trick or Treat Drive-Thru🍬

THANK YOU to everyone for coming out to support our Trick or Treat Drive-Thru at the Chamber Monday night! Cars were lined up by 6:00 and bags were gone within an hour - We had a blast and handed out over 100 goodie bags filled with chamber member promo items, treats, coupons & more! Thank you to our participating members for all the goods, ambassadors for packing the bags, and to our wonderful costumed volunteers for making it a huge success!

🔷Starting A Small Business In Baldwin County Seminar🔷

Yo Johnson with Alabama Small Business Development Center Network hosted a Starting A Small Business In Baldwin County Seminar yesterday at the Chamber. During the seminar, Yo provided helpful insights on the process of starting a small business for the attendees and all the proper licensing for day-to-day and special events. City planner Clair Dorough with the City of Bay Minette Planning Department was present and spoke about Starting A Small Business and Navigating the Process in the City of Bay Minette. Both Yo and Clair provided a great and educational opportunity for those who are interested in starting their own small business.

If you are interested in starting a small business contact Yo Johnson with SBDC.

Designed by Marlee Bailey, this year's cheery and simple logo features bright, retro colors, sparkling Christmas ornaments hanging from a branch, festival details, and the chamber logo!

It's not too early to get in the Christmas spirit with us... pre-order your 2023 commemorative t-shirt now! 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘴 𝘕𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 17, 2023 𝘣𝘺 4𝘱𝘮! Complete the link below or stop by the North Baldwin Chamber during business hours. We can't wait to see you all sportin' the 2023 shirt at this year's festival and beyond!

Shirts will be ready for pickup on November 28th, @ the Chamber

Order Now T-Shirt Order Form

Christmas Fest Parade Applications are NOW Available!!

Applications can be picked up at the North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce located at

301 McMeans Ave. Bay Minette

There are new rules and regulations for this year's Christmas Fest following the

City of Bay Minette's new ordinance 1030.

For more information about this ordinance click on the links provided!

Christmas Fest Parade Application new rules & regulations

Ordinance 1030 Information

🤩Southern Gyp is looking for Swag Bag Partners for their Pre-Black Friday Sale🤩

The bags this year will be bigger and cuter than ever! They will be filled with items from the store along with items from other businesses.

Here are some ideas for y’all:

⭐Coupon: everyone loves a discount- no matter if it’s small or big!

⭐Loot bag filled with a few pieces of candy or a cookie and staple a business card to it

⭐Pen with your logo/info on it



ANYTHING!!! We will also be posting this event a lot on social media and we will be sure to mention your goodies and business name every time for some extra advertisement!

Message Southern Gyp if you’re interested in adding items to the bags or for more info! We usually fill 75-100 bags BUT we gladly accept ANY amount and you still get all of the awesome advertisement on our end we will stuff the bags the Monday before the sale so items will be needed by Nov 20!

MAYOR’S PRAYER TEAM 

November 6, 2023

Location: City Hall Council Chambers

301 D’Olive Street (Please enter by the doors on D’ Olive St)

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Opening Devotional: Rev. Edna Dixon

Sentence prayers…

Breakfast will be served after the prayers.

Open discussion this month – come and share what is happening with your church and your young people.

This group is open to anyone who wants to come and pray with us. Feel free to join this dedicated group of Prayer Warriors and Ministers as we continue each month to pray for local issues and the safety of our community and its people.

The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation is holding their Annual Poinsettia Fundraiser to raise money for our 55 Peer Helpers Plus Programs in Baldwin County!

ADD A LITTLE HOLIDAY CHEER TO YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS THIS YEAR AND SUPPORT OUR PEER HELPERS PLUS PROGRAMS IN BALDWIN COUNTY WITH A HOLIDAY POINSETTIA!

https://jennifermoorefoundation.com/products/holiday-poinsettia

Delivery to schools and businesses is expected between December 5th and 8th* For orders of 15 or more poinsettias, the JCMF will deliver to your home or business.

* For orders of less than 15 poinsettias:

Contact [email protected]

https://jennifermoorefoundation.com/products/holiday-poinsettia for pickup locations OR

You can pick up your order at Baldwin Mutual Insurance Company on December 5th at 315 East Laurel Ave. in Foley. 

                 Friday, November 10, 2023

Veterans Day Event at

Blackburn Park in Bay Minette,

11:00 until gone

American Legion Post 188 will be selling 40 smoked Boston Butts as well as Pulled Pork Sandwich Plates.

Boston Butts are $35.00 each, and the Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich Plates are $12.00 each.

Plates will consist of smoked pulled pork sandwiches with sides of potato salad, baked beans, and a snack.

Order today! Call or Text (251) 463-8357 for details. Come Join Us!



All proceeds to support American Legion Post 188 services to Veterans, their families, and the community.

𝐍𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓: 𝘽𝙖𝙡𝙙𝙬𝙞𝙣 𝙂𝙪𝙡𝙛 𝘾𝙤𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙋𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙡

The roots of the well-known Baldwin Gulf Coast Pest Control were established in 1994 by Mr. Bobby Hadley and was initially named "Bobby’s Gulf Coast Pest Control". However, the business faced initial setbacks and Mr. Hadley took some time to regroup. In 1996, he relaunched the business under the name "Baldwin Gulf Coast Pest Control". The company was officially incorporated in 2002. In 2016, Shane Hadley, at the age of 26, took over the business from his father. Shane had been involved in the Pest Control business since the age of six, assisting his father. Today, Shane and his crew provide their services across 9 counties in Alabama and 3 counties in Florida, covering over 30 municipalities. While Baldwin Pest Control has undergone changes over the years, one aspect has remained constant and that is their commitment to providing great customer service. Shane likes to call himself old-fashioned in how they provide service to their customers, compared to a lot of modern service providers. They prefer to communicate directly with their customers rather than through email or text messages.

A typical day at Baldwin Gulf Coast Pest Control involves the office staff scheduling appointments, pest technicians attending to their customers' needs, and the termite department offering specialized services. Shane personally enjoys working on termite projects, utilizing his knowledge of building construction to prevent and eliminate termite issues in structures. Additionally, Shane finds great satisfaction in receiving positive feedback from customers and engaging with his employees about their daily experiences. He believes in providing a positive work environment and encourages open communication among his staff. Shane states, "My staff is incredibly dedicated to their jobs and our company. Although we are a relatively young group, most of our employees have been with us for over ten years, which demonstrates dedication to our product."

Shane shares a common goal with most small business owners - to achieve steady growth while maintaining exceptional customer service. As Shane continues to set and pursue his goals, he recognizes that the happiness and development of his employees are most important. He is determined to ensure that his staff remains content, healthy, and motivated, avoiding any stagnation in their growth. Shane and his staff have always gone above and beyond in any way possible in support of the North Baldwin Chamber and our Community. In 2020, Baldwin Gulf Coast Pest Control graciously donated one of their retired trucks to the Chamber. Shane and staff had the truck wrapped with custom North Baldwin Chamber, Local Like Me, and Discover North Baldwin Graphics. Their commitment to supporting our small town and making it a better place is truly appreciated.

For all of your pest control needs be sure to visit www.baldwinpest.com or contact Shane and his crew at 251.937.3331 / [email protected]

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Alabama Businesses Affected by Drought can Apply for a Small Business Administration Loan.

Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via the SBA’s secure website at Disaster Loan Assistance and should apply under SBA declaration # 18197.

*Federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) are available in Alabama for small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private nonprofit organizations with economic losses due to the drought that began on Sept. 12.

The declaration includes Baldwin, Conecuh, Escambia, Mobile, and Monroe counties; the

contiguous counties of Butler, Clarke, Covington, Washington, and Wilcox in Alabama; Escambia, Okaloosa, and Santa Rosa counties in Florida; and George, Greene, and Jackson counties in Mississippi.*

The 2023-2024 School Year is here, and Baldwin County High School will be scheduling recruiters through Rep Visit again! If interested clink the link provided to sign up as a guest speaker for this year's school year.

Sign Up Form

*Monday's are the only day all Seniors are on campus! Tuesday-Friday the senior class leaves for lunch if privileges are awarded. *



For more information or questions please reach out to BCHS Senior Counselor Kassi Robbins or Career Coach Kellie Isbell !

Registration information provided in the link: Registration and information

Kristina Pittman / Executive Director / [email protected]

Maggie Heger / Administrative Coordinator / [email protected]

Callie Roley / Marketing, Design & Project Coordinator / [email protected]

251.937.5665

301 McMeans Avenue | PO BOX 310 | Bay Minette, AL 36507