A medley of croaks, a chorus of calls welcomes you to the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center's latest exhibition, FROGS! Beyond Green, which is set to open Friday June 13. FROGS! is an interactive element of the Exploreum's summer line-up that includes live animals, earth-science programming, conservation-focused IMAX films and fun birthday themes designed to promote science literacy and inspire environmental consciousness.

Two shows will be presented daily, Monday through Friday at 10:30 am and 7:00 pm. Skip the hassle of making dinner, and arrive at the zoo early for "Feast with the Beasts." A $25.00 adult ticket or a $15.00 children's ticket will include a gourmet meal provided by Villaggio Grille and Ginny Lane Bar and Grill and admission to the evening tiger show. Reservations are encouraged for "Feast with the Beast," which begins at 5:30 p.m.

Activities for this big indoor and outdoor one-day event on Labor Day begin with a breakfast at 6:30 a.m., traditional “Run for the Mullet 5-K Race” at 7:30 a.m. followed by A Mullet Toss and other activities at 10:00 a.m. Other events scheduled include a silent auction, bake sale, bands providing entertainment, games for the children, clowns, and plenty of vendor booths. Other events being planned include car show, yard sale, dunk tank and more. All money raised during the event will be returned to the communities through programs and activities supported by Optimist Club of Perdido Bay.

3 p.m. The United States Navy Band’s “Country Current” country-bluegrass group was formed in 1973 and quickly established itself in all aspects of country and bluegrass music. The seven-member group is under the direction of banjoist Chief Musician Keith M. Arneson. The United States Navy’s premier country band, and the only unit from the major service bands specializing in the music from America’s heartland. The group consists of seven musicians performing on banjo, fiddle, steel guitar, lead guitar, rhythm guitar, electric bass, and drums, plus one audio technician. All members of the group perform as vocalists. The group’s repertoire includes all types of country music from contemporary Country Rock to traditional Bluegrass and Western Swing.

Tuesday Mornings 9:00am - 11:30am. Instructor: Zach Baisden. As the basis for many art forms, drawing is an essential tool and a powerful means of expression. This course is designed to familiarize students with a variety of drawing materials and techniques. Skills covered in this class will include the rendering of contour, foreshortening, perspective, tone and shading. The class will work from still life setups and projections. Exercises will range from careful and precise to loose and energetic, from realistic to abstracted. Mediums used will include pencil, charcoal and others. Students will receive individual instruction. This is an eight week class.

Outdoor. Walter Tatum, John Andrews, David Horton and don McPherson bring smooth harmony and rich vocal sounds to your favorite songs from the 50's through today!

Hundred of anglers will compete to win cash, prizes, and advance to the championship tournament. Teams of two to five anglers each will fish for a top award of up to $100,000 cash. The teams will also be vying for valuable points that could earn them a berth into the no-entry-fee Wal-Mart FLW Kingfish Tour Championship November 14-16, 2008 held in Mississippi for a shot at winning as much as $150,000. Boats will launch form Fishtales at the Wharf each morning at 6:00 a.m. and will return for the 3:00 p.m. daily weigh-ins. Don’t miss Sunday’s final weigh-in to see which team lands the biggest fish. The event is sponsored locally by The Alabama Gulf Coast Sports Commission, The Wharf and Live Bait at the Wharf. For tour information, visit www.flwoutdoors.com

Anglers compete in the one day event to win cash, prizes and advance to the championship even held later this year. The two angler teams' fish inshore saltwater using artifical lures only in the catch and release style tournament. Take-off Saturday from Homeport Marina at LuLu's. Check out the final weigh-in at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday at LuLu's. For tour information visist www.redfishtour.com

Shotgun start 12:30 p.m. Four person scramble with handicap. Net proceeds from the Shrimp Festival Golf Tournament will benefit the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Educational Foundation for scholarships to be given to local graduating seniors.

7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Top Chef's in the area will be showcasing their best shrimp recipes to see who will come out on top and have area bragging rights for a year. The winner will be announced at the 37th annual National Shrimp Festival. The winner will take home the Zatarain's Trophy, $2000.00 cash prize and a complete set of Royal Prestige Cookware.