Christmas. The Grand. December 22 26, 2010

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1 Christmas at The Grand December 22 26, 2010

2 Event & Recreation Map Special thanks for photography to Brian Kasch (Grand Feature Pool, pg. 7) and Susan Stein (Cover and Grand Ducks, pg. 6).

3 Let s Shop Resort Shop Open 7 days a week - Hours: 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Relax at the resort in style! Stop by the Resort Gift Shop, located in the lobby of the Main Building and browse our newly arrived merchandise! Quality, convenience and variety make us a perfect choice for your shopping! Extension Lakewood Golf Shop Open 7 days a week - Hours: 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Come by the Golf Pro Shop and check out the great selection of men s, ladies and children s apparel. We carry fashions by Fairway & Greene, Nike, Vineyard Vines, and several other vendors. We also carry golf equipment and accessories. Extension Tennis Shop Open 7 days a week - Hours: 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. The Tennis Shop has a wide selection of men s and ladies tennis, running apparel and shoes available for you to choose from. We carry Nike and Babolat brands, as well as many others. Swing in and check out what we have to offer! Extension The Spa Boutique Open 7 days a week - Hours: 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. A visit to the Grand would not be complete until you experience the Spa Boutique. We offer aromatherapy candles, body lotions, and relaxing music, not to mention the latest styles in yoga and fitness apparel! The Spa Boutique is located on the first floor of the Spa Building. Extension Fine Art Exhibits Guests of the Grand Hotel Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa can now enjoy art that is thoughtfully incorporated into the décor. Exquisite prints and originals by the renowned Alabama native artist Nall are exhibited throughout the Main Lobby, Grand Dining Room, Spa, and in each guestroom. Guests at the Grand Hotel can be seen studying Nall s pieces, discovering something new with every glance. Nall s original work: mixed media, surrealistic florals, and landscapes that literally leave the edges of the canvas to extend on to the frame and beyond. Art is available for purchase through the Resort Shop. Originals may be purchased through Lyons Share Custom Frame & Gallery in Fairhope. The Grand Hotel also welcomes the work from artist, Ann Calagaz. Ms. Calagaz s fine art is displayed in the Mezzanine (2nd floor) of the Main Building. All of her pieces are available for purchase. Inquiries may be made by calling the Gift Shop at extension 6659.

4 Hedgerow Flowers & Gifts Wednesday Saturday - Hours: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Located on the first floor of the Main Hotel Building, West Wing. Providing you with all your floral order needs! Stop in and browse our assortment of gifts, shells and candles! Extension Let s Play The Spa at the Grand Hotel Come and experience the wonderful offering of our 20,000 square foot European Spa that includes a full service Salon. Imagine the experience of a relaxing massage, the sensory delights of aromatherapy, luxurious facials, and heavenly body and nail treatments. All are designed to renew your vitality, relax your body, and rejuvenate your spirit! Call the Spa Reservations Desk at Extension 6385 to book your appointment! Spa hours are from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., seven days a week. Book early as we fill up quickly! Golf Lakewood Golf Club at the Grand Hotel Marriott Resort is open to anyone who enjoys playing golf in a setting rich with history and tradition! Play Dogwood and Azalea courses! Yardages for all levels of play. Special rates for juniors. Call Extension 6312 for tee time.

5 Tennis Point, set, and match! Bring your racket or rent one of ours, and take in a little court time! The brand new tennis courts at the Lakewood Club at the Colony are fully equipped and staffed with professionals willing and eager to assist you. Our new facility includes nine hydra-courts and one hard court. For information and court times you may call extension Courts are complimentary to hotel guests and reservations are required. The courts are lighted for your evening playing pleasure. Lessons: $55 per hour/$30 per half hour Fishing and Sailing Charters Making Wave Charters Captain Cindy Frank is ready and waiting to take you out into Mobile Bay or beyond to catch the big one. Call (251) to arrange your trip. The Schooner Joshua Take a sail on the 72 ft. coastal schooner Joshua, Mobile s official Tall Ship! This is an opportunity you do not want to miss! Call Cindy Frank at (251) for age requirements, fees, and sail times. Horseback Riding There s nothing quite like a family trail ride during the holidays! Oak Hollow Farms, a locally owned and operated horse farm, is waiting to take your family on an adventure! For information and reservations you may call the Concierge Desk at Extension Grand Bikes Bikes are available from the Beach Hut seven days a week between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Parents must sign a rental agreement for children to ride. Helmets are available and are required for all children. Bikes are complimentary for the first hour with a minimal charge thereafter. Please have them returned before dark.

6 Putting Green, Croquet, Horseshoes, Bocce, Ping-Pong, Volleyball All games are located on the North side of the property from Julep Point to the Grand Pool. You will find the volleyball net ready for play on the North Beach. Bocce Ball is available by calling your resort activities staff at Extension Fitness Center Open 24 hours, 7 days a week The Spa Fitness Center, located on the first floor of the Spa Building, overlooks the Marina and supplies you with a vast array of new equipment. Don t forget about the indoor lap pool located at the Spa! Tom Sawyer s Playground Located under the magnolia trees in the outdoor pool complex is our children s playground, featuring Tom Sawyer s tree house, climbing slide, digging tool, seesaw, and a whole lot of sand to amuse the little ones! Parents note: This area is unsupervised. Please enjoy this area with your children. Enter through the main gate of the Pool Pavilion and follow the walk to the left to gain access to the playground. The Grand Ducks The Grand Hotel is home to a flock of ducks that tolerate us quite well! They look forward to amusing you while you toss them cracked corn (available at the Concierge Desk).

7 Grand Fun Camp For ages 5-12 Parents may take advantage of our kids social program while you participate in one of our adult activities on property. Two sessions offered every day: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and 6-10 p.m. Kids will participate in age appropriate games, arts and crafts, and movies as well as resort exploration in a safe and monitored environment. Reservations are required at least 8 hours prior to the start of desired session. Fee: $35 per child The fee includes lunch or dinner. Cancellations must be made at least 3 hours prior to start of session. There will be a $20 fee for those not cancelled before that time. There will be a late pick up fee of $10 for the first 15 minutes and $1 for every minute thereafter. Must be 5 years of age and completely independent with bathroom needs; no exceptions please. For reservations please call or go by the Concierge Desk at Extension There will be no Fun Camp on Christmas Day. Grand Feature Pool The Feature Pool is open daily from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Grand Fishing Pier Whether you just want to sit and relax or catch the big one the pier is ready and waiting for you. You will find cane fishing poles and bait on the pier for your enjoyment. The Secret Garden Begin or continue your romantic traditions in our Secret Garden. Experts will help plan this special occasion with unique touches that are sure to amaze you. Our table for two is the most exclusive dining experience in the Southeast, so please call soon to reserve your special day and discuss menu options. Reservations only ~ Please call (251)

8 Dining The Grand Coffee Shoppe Located directly off the Main Lobby Daily 6:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. The Dining Room Resort Casual Breakfast 6:30 10:30 a.m. Menu Service Available. Lunch 11:45 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday Menu Service Available. Sunday Brunch 11:45 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Reservations recommended, Dial 0 from hotel phone. Saltwater Grill Casual Family Dining Dinner Only 5:30 9:30 p.m. Reservations recommended, Dial 0 from hotel phone. Grand Dining Room Upscale - Casual Dining Dinner Only 6:00 9:30 p.m. Reservations recommended, Dial 0 from hotel phone. Live Entertainment Nightly Bucky s Birdcage Lounge Lounge / Appetizers Monday - Friday 2:00 p.m. Midnight Saturday - Sunday 11:00 a.m. Midnight Located directly off the Main Lobby Live Entertainment Nightly, 8:00 p.m. Midnight Sweetwater Café Casual Family Dining Tuesday Saturday 11:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m. Sunday & Monday 11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Located at the Lakewood Club at the Colony * Special dining events listed by day

9 All Week! Children s Jingle Bell Guess December 22nd-26th Kids, make sure to stop by our Concierge Desk, located in the lobby of the Main building, to take a shot at winning our jingle bell wreath! Write down your name and guess to see how close you can get to the exact amount. The winner s name will be posted at the Concierge Desk by 10:00 a.m. on Sunday. Children s Coloring Contest December 22nd-26th Children of all ages are invited to enter our Kids Coloring Contest. Stop by our Concierge Desk to pick up your coloring sheet and box of crayons. All entries are due by 7:00 p.m. Saturday. Winning pictures will be posted at the Concierge Desk by 10:00 a.m. Sunday. Family Fun Room & Toddler Area December 22nd - 26th, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Visit Salons A-B in the Conference Center with family games and such just for you! Parents, this room is unsupervised. Ready, Aim, Fire! A Grand Salute to the Military This tradition begins every day in the main hotel lobby at 3:45 p.m. with a brief historic presentation, followed by a procession around the Grand Hotel grounds, concluding with the firing of the cannon at approximately 4:00 p.m. This is a salute to today s military and those who have passed through this historic resort. The Ringing of the Bell at Sunset A Southern Tradition which signals the end of the day and the beginning of the night. Let the bell s toll move you to the porch of Bucky s to enjoy a spectacular Mobile Bay Sunset. The sunset is so beautiful; we had to concoct a drink in honor of it - the Mobile Bay Sunset touting the same gorgeous colors displayed as in the sky. We begin our celebration thirty minutes before sunset so get there early; seats begin filling up at least an hour prior. Sunset is at approximately 4:55 p.m.

10 Holiday Activities All Activities are Complimentary unless otherwise noted. Wednesday December 22, 2010 Coffee in the Grand Coffee Shoppe 6:00 8:00 a.m. Hot steaming coffee is provided in The Grand Coffee Shoppe located in the Main Building just for early risers. Enjoy a cup of our famous brew while you read the papers, chat with other guests, or enjoy the beauty of the Grand surroundings. Elves and Reindeer 10:00 a.m. Let s play an invigorating game of ships and sailors Christmas style! Meet us at the Craft Patio to join in on the fun. A Picture Perfect Christmas 12:00 p.m. Do you plan on taking countless pictures this weekend? Come make your own frame to remember how much fun you had at the Grand Hotel! Join us in the Family Fun Room in Salon A-B in the Conference Center. Santa Claus is Coming to Town 2:00 p.m. And he s bringing his sleigh full of goodies! Come make your own sleigh to keep all your Christmas candy in this weekend. Just to make sure you fill it up, we ll bust a piñata full of yummy holiday treats! Located in Salon A-B. Afternoon Tea 4:00 p.m. You are cordially invited to join us in the Grand tradition of afternoon tea located in the Upper Lobby of the Main Building. It is our pleasure to provide you with an assortment of delicious cookies, coffee and specialty teas.

11 Rock Band Competition 5:30 p.m. If you like to rock, join us on the putting green in front of Bucky s to showcase your skills in a game of Rock Band on the jumbo screen! The best player wins a prize so come show us your talent! A Christmas Story 7:00 p.m. Come enjoy a holiday classic with our Resort Activities staff in Salons C-F in the Conference Center! We ll be watching A Christmas Story on the jumbo screen. This is a pajama party so don t forget your pajamas, pillow and blanket! We are also serving popcorn and drinks that you can enjoy while watching the movie! Thursday December 23, 2010 Coffee in the Grand Coffee Shoppe 6:00 8:00 a.m. Hot steaming coffee is provided in The Grand Coffee Shoppe located in the Main Building just for early risers. Enjoy a cup of our famous brew while you read the papers, chat with other guests, or enjoy the beauty of the Grand surroundings. Bike Ride to Confederate Rest 8:00 a.m. Join our Resort Activities staff at the beach hut for a ride over to the Confederate Rest Cemetery. Our guide will be happy to tell you a little history on the way. Feel free to stop and look around as well, we think you will find it very interesting!

12 Christmas Ornament Creations 12:00 p.m. Join us in the Family Fun Room located in Salon A-B in the Conference Center to make new and fun Christmas ornaments. We ll supply all the materials, including the Christmas music to put you in the spirit of this magical holiday season! Catch the Reindeer! 2:00 p.m. Join our Resort Activities staff near Craft Patio to play an invigorating game of catch the reindeer! Afternoon Tea 4:00 p.m. You are cordially invited to join us in the Grand tradition of afternoon tea located in the Upper Lobby of the Main Building. It is our pleasure to provide you with an assortment of delicious cookies, coffee and specialty teas. Winter Wonderland 4:30 p.m. If you re dreaming of a white Christmas, this craft activity is for you! It will be held in the Family Fun Room in Salon A-B in the Conference Center. We will provide you with all of the materials for you to create your own snowman, snowflakes, and even a snow-covered tree to decorate your room for the holidays! Elf! 7:00 p.m. We re calling all children! Join our Resort Activities staff in Salon C-F in the Conference Center to watch the fantastic movie Elf! This is a pajama party so don t forget your pajamas, pillow and blanket! We are also serving cookies and drinks that you can enjoy while watching the movie!

13 Christmas Eve Friday, December 24, 2010 Coffee in the Grand Coffee Shoppe 6:00 8:00 a.m. Hot steaming coffee is provided in The Grand Coffee Shoppe located in the Main Building just for early risers! Enjoy a cup of our famous brew while you read the papers, chat with other guests, or enjoy the beauty of the Grand surroundings. Feed the Grand Ducks 10:00 a.m. Meet our Resort Activities staff at the Concierge Desk to start the search for the Grand Ducks! Gift Wrapping Challenge 12:00 p.m. Are you good at wrapping presents? Let s find out! All ages are welcome to join our Resort Activities staff in the Family Fun Room in Salon A-B in the Conference Center for a hilarious and exciting contest! We ll provide the necessary materials and the present. The person who wraps their present the best in the given amount of time gets to keep the present they wrapped. Be prepared, there may be more challenge to this contest than you think! Candy Cane Hunt Bags 1:00 p.m. Join our Resort Activities staff in the Family Fun Room located in Salon A-B in the Conference Center to decorate your own bag for the candy cane hunt which will take place tomorrow at 3 p.m.

14 Christmas Stockings 2:00 p.m. Join our Resort Activities staff in the Family Fun Room, located in the Salon A-B in the Conference Center to decorate your own stocking. Children will have a chance to hang their stocking at the Fireside Reading, located in the Sky Lounge at 4:30 p.m. Don t forget to check your stocking on Christmas morning to see what Santa left for you! Afternoon Tea 4:00 p.m. You are cordially invited to join us in the Grand tradition of afternoon tea located in the Upper Lobby of the Main Building. It is our pleasure to provide you with an assortment of delicious cookies, coffee and specialty teas. Fireside Reading & Hanging of the Stockings 4:30 p.m. Children, meet our Resort Activities staff in the Upper Lobby of the Main Building to gather round the fireside for the traditional reading of T was the Night before Christmas. Rumor has it that Mrs. Claus is planning to visit, and she s bringing Rudolph along with her! Children will hang their personalized stockings following the reading. Holiday Welcome Reception 5:30-7:00 p.m. You are cordially invited to attend this Grand Holiday Tradition! Join us in the Main Building Lobby, Second Floor Mezzanine, Lagoon Room, Card Room and Skylounge for this progressive style holiday reception. Holiday attire please; gentlemen, coats preferred. Children, don t think we forgot about you! Come join a Resort Activities Attendant for a craft just for you. Reindeer Tuck-in 8:00-10:00 p.m. Children hurry up and hop into bed. Santa has asked Rudolph to stop by the Grand and tuck you in! Parents, please stop by the Concierge desk at least 3 hours prior to register your child for this fun and memorable event.

15 Christmas Day Saturday, December 25, 2010 Coffee in the Grand Coffee Shoppe 6:00-8:00 a.m. Hot steaming coffee is provided in The Grand Coffee Shoppe located in the Main Building just for early risers. Enjoy a cup of our famous brew while you read the papers, chat with other guests, or enjoy the beauty of the Grand surroundings. Stocking Hunt 7:00 a.m. Children, don t forget to check your stocking to see what Santa left you! One of Santa s elves will be in the Main lobby to help you locate your personalized stocking. Eggnog Reception 8:00 a.m. Please join us for Christmas morning eggnog, another Grand Holiday Tradition! The reception will be held in the Upper Lobby. We hope you enjoy our delicious eggnog and the company of your fellow guests. Christmas Carol Singing 10:00 a.m. Let s celebrate Christmas by singing Christmas carols and enjoying delicious hot chocolate made by our very own elves in the Grand workshop! Meet us in the Family Fun Room in Salon A-B in the Conference Center and warm up your voices before you come!

16 Grand Christmas Buffet 10:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Our traditional Christmas Day Buffet with all the trimmings and live entertainment. Reservations are required. Please dial 0 from your room phone, call concierge or call (251) to make your reservations. 10:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Grand Ballroom 11:45 a.m. 2:00 p.m. The Dining Room Decorate Your Family Tree 12:00 p.m. Don t limit your tree-trimming traditions to evergreens. This year, transform a member of your family into a decorated Christmas tree during this hilarious activity. Bring the whole family to the Family Fun Room located in Salon A-B. Cupcake Decorating 2:00 p.m. Join our Resort Activities staff in the Skylounge to decorate a scrumptious Christmas cupcake! We ll even show you how to make your cupcake into an ornament, so bring your creativity and your sweet tooth! Carriage Rides 2:00-5:00 p.m. Take in the old southern charm of the Grand Hotel while you trot around the property in a horse-drawn carriage. The carriage will be loading passengers in front of the North Bay House for memory-making rides. Candy Cane Hunt 3:00 p.m. Gather up the family and meet our Resort Activities staff at the Cascades to search the grounds and try to find as many candy canes as possible. The winner will receive a prize, but all of the contestants will get to take home their candy canes!

17 Afternoon Tea 4:00 p.m. You are cordially invited to join us in the Grand tradition of afternoon tea located in the Upper Lobby of the Main Building. It is our pleasure to provide you with an assortment of delicious cookies, coffee and specialty teas. Family Bingo 5:00 p.m. A Grand Tradition and family favorite, Bingo is back! Join our Resort Activities staff in the Lagoon Room, located in the Main Building to try your luck in the many different styles of Bingo we have to offer. We ll play for an entire hour, offering prizes for all ages. It s a Grand Life! 6:00-8:00 p.m. Gather up your family and join our Resort Activities staff on the beach behind South Bay House for a Christmas bonfire. Together we can make gooey S mores and enjoy some hot cocoa while we watch It s a Wonderful Life on the jumbo screen. Bring a blanket to snuggle up with your family for this Christmas classic. Sunday December 26th, 2010 Coffee in the Grand Coffee Shoppe 6:00 8:00 a.m. Hot steaming coffee is provided in the Grand Coffee Shoppe located in the Main Building just for early risers! Enjoy a cup of our famous brew while you read the papers, chat with other guests, or enjoy the beauty of the Grand surroundings.

18 Cascades Walk 10:00 a.m. Did you eat too many of those delicious holiday treats? If so, join our Resort Activities staff at the Cascades for a brisk walk around the property to have a nice view while working off some of those calories! New Year s Resolutions! 12:00 p.m. It s almost time to ring in the New Year! Get a fresh start on 2011 by writing out your resolutions early. This is a fun way for the kids to learn this yearly tradition as well. Once you re home and back in your routine, we ll mail them to you so you can check your progress! Join us in the Family Fun Room in Salon A-B in the Conference Center to write down your goals, dreams, and wishes for the coming year. Noisemaker Shakers for New Year s! 2:00 p.m. Shake, rattle, and roll in the New Year with these festive shakers! Kids will love to join in on the fun for the New Years Eve countdown after this craft time. Join us in the Family Fun Room in Salon A-B in the Conference Center so we can shake things up a bit!

19 Afternoon Tea 4:00 p.m. You are cordially invited to join us in the Grand tradition of afternoon tea located in the Upper Lobby of the Main Building. It is our pleasure to provide you with an assortment of delicious cookies, coffee and specialty teas. Hats Off to 2011! 4:30 p.m. Now that Christmas is over, let s get ready for New Years Eve and decorate your own hat! Meet the Resort Activities staff in the Family Fun Room in Salon A-B in the Conference Center and go crazy creating your own hat to wear for the countdown to 2011!

20 One Grand Boulevard, Point Clear, Alabama Telephone (251) Facsimile (251) Toll Free A resort on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail