Memorial Day Holiday at The Grand

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1 Memorial Day Holiday at The Grand Friday, May 25 through Tuesday, May 29, 2018

2 Event & Recreation Map Memorial Day Holiday 2018 Friday 5/25/18 Tuesday 5/29/18 Let s Shop Resort Shop Open 7 days a week Hours: 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Stop by the Resort Shop, located on the first floor of the Spa Building in room 3121 and browse our new arrivals. We carry merchandise for the entire family as well as Grand logo items and fresh floral. Enjoy our assortment of local gourmet treats along with chips, candies and drinks for late night snacking. Extension Lakewood Golf Shop Open 7 days a week Hours: 7:00 a.m. until Sunset. Come by the Golf Pro Shop at Lakewood Golf Club and check out the great selection of men s, ladies and children s apparel. We carry fashions by Peter Millar, Southern Tide, Black Clover, Costa Del Mar, Yeti and several other vendors. We also carry golf equipment and accessories. Extension Tennis Shop Open 7 days a week Hours: Monday Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Saturday Sunday, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The Tennis Shop at the Lakewood Club has a wide selection of men s and ladies tennis apparel plus Nike, Babolat, Wilson products and Maui Jim sunglasses. Swing in and check out what we have to offer! Extension The Spa Boutique Open 7 Days a week Hours : Sunday Thursday, 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Friday Saturday, 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Special thanks for photography to Brian Kasch (Grand Feature Pool, pg. 8) and Susan Stein (Grand Ducks, pg. 7). A visit to The Grand would not be complete until you experience the newly renovated Spa at the Grand. We are delighted to offer a medley of massage, facials and salon services. Aromatherapy, skin care, body lotions, and luxurious robes are offered within our spa retail. Located on the first floor of the Spa Building. Extension 6385.

3 Family Portraits in Pastels Art Smith will be here to capture your family forever in pastels! Art is available by appointment throughout the Easter Holiday. Appointments can be made by calling him directly at (251) Let s Play The Spa at the Grand Hotel Golf The Experience More than a driving range, The Experience is a 15-acre state-of-the art practice facility that combines an exciting learning environment with fun challenges to make every player better. With ways to hit every club in the bag, hunker down on a flop shot or work on perfecting a bump and run, The Experience provides an expansive golf environment that takes learning to new places, helping develop new players and keep existing players in the game. Rounding out the experience: firepits and porch chairs to kick back in, a flatscreen with the favorite game on and a full bar to keep spirits high. Practice takes shape at The Experience like nowhere else, creating a hub for the local golfer and a destination for golfers across the US and around the world. If you did not bring your clubs, do not worry, we have clubs for the entire family at the Caddy Shack, just ask the attendant and they will set you up. The Experience is open daily from 7:00am until half hour before dark. Tennis 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 & 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! Book early, as we fill up quickly! Golf Lakewood Golf Club at the Grand Hotel Marriott Resort is open to members and hotel guests who enjoy playing golf in a setting rich with history and tradition! Yardages for all levels of play and special rates for juniors are available! Our PGA Pros are available upon appointment to help you perfect your game. Call Extension 6312 for tee times and lesson information. Daily, 8:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m. Point, set and match! Bring your racket or rent one of ours and take in a little court time! The tennis courts at the Lakewood Club are fully equipped and staffed with professionals willing and eager to assist you. Our new facility includes nine hydra-courts and one hard court. We also have Tennis Pros that are available upon appointment to help you perfect your game. For information and court times, please call extension Courts are complimentary to hotel guests and reservations are required. The courts are lighted for your evening playing pleasure.

4 Fishing and Sailing Charters Whether you are looking to spend the day fishing or sailing we can make reservations for you with several experienced captains to take you out on Mobile Bay! Kayaks, Sunfish Sailboats, Stand Up Paddle Boards and Hyrdrobikes Come enjoy our new water toys! We ve added Hyrdobikes, Stand Up Paddle Boards and Hobie Mirage Paddle Boards to our fleet! All watercraft will be available at the Beach Hut between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Everyone must sign a rental agreement to use the boats. Watercraft is complimentary for the first hour and $10 per watercraft per hour after the first complimentary hour. Jet Skis from Cosson Watersports Cosson Watersports offers jet skis daily at the Beach Hut from 10:00 a.m. 5: p.m. Making Waves 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 For information, please call the Concierge Desk at Ext Grand Bikes The Grand Hotel has brand new bikes available for your enjoyment. The bikes are located at the Beach Hut and are available between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Whether you wish to pedal around the grounds of the Grand or ride into beautiful Fairhope, this is one activity that you are sure to enjoy! Please Dial 0 from any hotel phone for assistance. Parents must sign a rental agreement for children to ride. Helmets are available and are required for all children 16 years of age or younger. Bikes are complimentary for the first hour and $10 per bike per hour after the first complimentary hour. Putting Green, Croquet, Horseshoes, Ping-Pong, Volleyball All games are located on the west side of the property from Julep Point to the Grand Pool. You will find the volleyball net, ready for play, on the North Beach. 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 an array of cardio equipment, free weights and a functional trainer. Don t forget about the indoor lap pool located at the Spa! Indoor pool is open 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. 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 located in the Main Lobby). The ducks prefer their meals served around the Lagoon near the Cascades! Complimentary

5 Grand Fun Camp For ages Fee: $35 per child 3 child minimum 12 child maximum. Fun Camp is available for children ages 5-12 who are independent with their bathroom needs. We offer two sessions daily: 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. One meal will be provided during each session. Reservations are required, and can be made by calling the concierge desk (Extension 6721) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of each session start time. A 3 child minimum for each session must be reached at least 24 hours in advance of each session start time for reservation to be confirmed. Concierge will confirm reservations with guests when the confirmation requirements have been met. Grand Feature & Adult Pools Dining Jubilee Poolside Grill Casual, Comfortable & Convenient Breakfast Daily, 7:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. All American and specialty menu items including the Classic Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Benedict and Signature Jumbo Lump Crab Scramble. Lunch & Dinner Daily, 11:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m. With our something-for-everyone menu, featuring fresh local ingredients and an extensive list of libations served up in style. Sunday Brunch 11:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Five plated brunch items available in addition to our daily lunch menu Open Daily 8:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m. Come experience our newly renovated adult and feature pools! We ve added a splash pad and cabanas. To reserve a cabana, please make a reservation by calling the Concierge at Extension Grand Fishing Pier Local Market Daily, 6:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m. Located across from the front desk in the main building lobby barista inspired drinks, pastries, and on-the-go specialties throughout the day. Bucky s Lounge Daily, 11:00 a.m. Midnight Serving refreshing beverages, and entertainment offered nightly from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. Whether you just want to sit and relax or catch the big one, the Grand Fishing Pier, located on the South side of the property, is ready and waiting for you. You will find cane fishing poles and bait on the pier for your enjoyment.

6 All Weekend! Children s Candy Guess Friday, 5/25 Monday, 5/28 Kids, make sure to stop by our Concierge Desk, located in the Main Lobby, to take a shot at winning our jar of candy! Write down your name and guess to see how close you can get to the exact amount. All entries are due by 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 27. The winner s name will be posted at the Concierge Desk by 10:00 a.m. Monday, 5/28. Children s Coloring Contest Friday, 5/25 Monday, 5/28 Children of all ages are invited to enter our Kid s Coloring Contest. Stop by our Concierge Desk, located in the Main Lobby, to pick up your coloring sheet and box of crayons. All entries are due by 7p.m. on Sunday, May 27. Winning pictures will be posted at the Concierge Desk by 10:00 a.m. on Monday, 5/28. Ready, Aim Fire! A Grand Salute to the Military This tradition begins every day at the entrance to the Jubilee Poolside Grill at 3:50 p.m. with a brief historic presentation, followed by a procession around the Grand Hotel grounds and concluding with the firing of the cannon at Cannon Park located next to the croquet lawn. This is a salute to today s military and those who have passed through this historic resort. The Ringing of the Bell at Sunset Daily at sunset, join us at Bucky's Lounge to participate in this Southern tradition that signals the end of the day and beginning of night. Holiday Activities All Activities are Complimentary unless otherwise noted. Friday May 25th, 2018 Histoy of the Grand Hotel 9:30 10:00 a.m. Did you know there has been a resort at Point Clear on Mobile Bay since 1847? The Grand Hotel is a member of the Historic Hotels of America and there are two time periods when The Grand Hotel had a military connection. Join our historian to learn more about The Grand s rich history as she shares fun facts, historical notes and information about the resort. Meet at Bucky s Lounge. Complimentary Tell us your story: Perhaps you have a story to share as well? We encourage your participation and feedback! Sling Shot Flyers 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Meet our Resort Activities Staff at the Beach Hut picnic tables for this fun craft. Photo Scavenger Hunt 2:15 p.m. SHARP The hunt will begin at the Craft Patio. Don t forget your camera! We ll have prizes for the winners too! Kids Cannon March 3:30 p.m. 4:10 p.m. Kids, it's your turn to participate in our daily cannon presentation! Meet us in Fun Camp at 3:30 p.m. to get dressed for the march. We ll provide military style hats, jackets, and flags. We will leave Fun Camp at 3:45 p.m. SHARP to join the historian and drummer in the procession. Parents, please accompany children. Fun Camp is located in North Day House (building 4). Firing of the Cannon & Military Tribute 3:50 p.m. SHARP Join us daily at 3:50 p.m. in the Jubilee Poolside Grill for a brief presentation followed by a procession to Cannon Park. Once at the Cannon Park, our historian will give a brief history of the Grand and Mobile Bay. We conclude with the firing of the cannon. This is a salute to our military past and present.

7 Afternoon Tea You are cordially invited to join us in the Grand tradition of afternoon tea located in the Jubilee Poolside Grill. It is our pleasure to provide you with an assortment of delicious cookies, coffee and specialty teas. Tattoos and Popsicles Meet our Resort Activities Staff at The Feature Pool for this favorite activity! Holiday Welcome Reception 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. You are cordially invited to attend this Grand Holiday Tradition! Join us in the Grand Ballroom Foyer, located in the conference center, for this holiday reception. Resort attire required. Complimentary hors d oeuvres and spirits. Kids, don t think we forgot about you! Come join our Resort Activities Staff in the Grand Ballroom Foyer, located in the conference center, for a few of our favorite holiday crafts. Parents, please accompany children. Dinner Event: Crawfish & Creole 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Culinary team has created a range of dishes from Jambalaya to Red Beans and Rice as well as the much sought after Crawfish Boil! Our South Eastern Regional Cuisine will be sure to satisfy the whole family. Tickets are limited so make sure to reserve your spot today. Tables are open family style. Enjoy getting to know other traveling guests of our resort. Cash bar available for those over 21. Location: Grand Ballroom Patio & Beachside Terrace $40.00 Adults, $20.00 Children (5-11 yrs) plus processing fee and tax. Seating is limited. Non-Refundable Advance Purchase through: Ice Cream Sundae & S mores Social 8:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Come join on North Beach in front of North Bay House. We will have a bonfire, s mores and ice cream sundaes. Saturday May 26th, 2018 Sea Shell Hunt 9:00 a.m. SHARP Come join us on the North Beach in front of North Bay House to hunt for shells. Please be on time to participate in the hunt. Round Robin Tennis Tournament 9.00 a.m. Join our Tennis Pro, Brian Jordan, for a fun morning of mixed doubles at the Lakewood Club. Prizes will be given and we will serve pizza for lunch. $12 entry fee. 16 years of age and older please. Tennis courts are located at the Lakewood Club. Dial 0 for directions. To reserve your spot, please dial Extension Kids Golf Clinic 9:00 a.m 11:00 a.m. Join our expert Golf staff at the Lakewood Golf Club Driving Range for a fun filled golf clinic. In the clinic you will receive expert instruction, play fun games and even have a snack! Lessons cost $20 per child, Dial 6312 to reserve your spot! Little Golf The Putting Green 10:00 11:00 a.m. Little Golf T.R.A.I.N. is a vehicle for young children to gain an earlier foothold into the game, as other sports such as soccer, martial arts, swimming, basketball, baseball and tennis are already doing. Come join us from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Grand Hotel Putting Green for fun near golf experiences while playing with a purpose. Please RSVP by calling Extension 6312.

8 Sand Art 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Meet our Resort Activities Staff at the Craft Patio to make art with colored sand. Grand Fair 11:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Come join us at Bent Oak Lawn for a fun time! We will have a power jump, giant slide, face painting, sno cones, popcorn and Uncle Joe s Rolling Zoo will be there too! Kids Cannon March 3:30 p.m. 4:10 p.m. Kids, it's your turn to participate in our daily cannon presentation! Meet us in Fun Camp at 3:30 p.m. to get dressed for the march. We ll provide military style hats, jackets, and flags. We will leave Fun Camp at 3:45 p.m. SHARP to join the historian and drummer in the procession. Parents, please accompany children. Fun Camp is located in North Day House (building 4). Firing of the Cannon & Military Tribute 3:50 p.m. SHARP Join us daily at 3:50 p.m. in the Jubilee Poolside Grill for a brief presentation followed by a procession to Cannon Park. Once at the Cannon Park, our historian will give a brief history of the Grand and Mobile Bay. We conclude with the firing of the cannon. This is a salute to our military past and present. Afternoon Tea You are cordially invited to join us in the Grand tradition of afternoon tea located in the Jubilee Poolside Grill. It is our pleasure to provide you with an assortment of delicious cookies, coffee and specialty teas. Tattoos & Popsicles 4:30 p.m. Meet our Resort Activities Staff at The Feature Pool for this favorite activity! BINGO!!! 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. A family favorite and Grand Holiday tradition! This event is always popular! Meet our Resort Activities Staff in Salons B-C, located in the conference center, for this prize filled event. We ll play for one hour. Dinner Event: Carnival Dine-a-Round 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. A whimsical take on the old-fashioned carnival! Enjoy games, good company and full bellies! Be sure and try our one-of-a-kind Fried Corn Dogs, Conecuh sausage, as well as Nachos and Funnel Cake and much, much more! Entertainment will be provided for the whole family to enjoy while feasting on our indulgent culinary offerings. Tickets are limited so make sure to reserve your spot today. Tables are open family style. Enjoy getting to know other traveling guests of our resort. Cash bar available for those over 21. Location: Bent Oak Lawn $40.00 Adults, $20.00 Children (5-11yrs) plus processing fee and tax. Seating is limited. Non-Refundable Advance Purchase through: Dive in Movie Sunset Join us at the Feature Pool at Sunset. We ll be showing Moana. Sunday May 27th, 2018 Cast Net Fishing 9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Join our Resort Activities Staff on North Beach for some fishing fun! We provide the cast nets and critter knowledge. Meet at the Beach Hut Water shoes recommended. Wooden Magnets 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Join our Resort Activities Staff at the Craft Patio to decorate a wooden magnet. We ll have dolphins, lobsters, starfish and crabs to choose from. Tie Dye T-shirts 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Meet us at the Craft Patio to create your new favorite T-shirt.

9 Kids Cannon March 3:30 p.m. 4:10 p.m. Kids, it's your turn to participate in our daily cannon presentation! Meet us in Fun Camp at 3:30 p.m. to get dressed for the march. We ll provide military style hats, jackets, and flags. We will leave Fun Camp at 3:45 p.m. SHARP to join the historian and drummer in the procession. Parents, please accompany children. Fun Camp is located in North Day House (building 4). Firing of the Cannon & Military Tribute 3:50 p.m. SHARP Join us daily at 3:50 p.m. in the Jubilee Poolside Grill for a brief presentation followed by a procession to Cannon Park. Once at the Cannon Park, our historian will give a brief history of the Grand and Mobile Bay. We conclude with the firing of the cannon. This is a salute to our military past and present. Afternoon Tea You are cordially invited to join us in the Grand tradition of afternoon tea located in the Jubilee Poolside Grill. It is our pleasure to provide you with an assortment of delicious cookies, coffee and specialty teas. Watermelon Eating Contest 5:00 p.m. SHARP Join us at the Fishing Pier for this fun filled contest! We ll have prizes for the winners too! Dinner Event: Grand BBQ Bash 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. What better way to wind down the Memorial Day Weekend than with a classic American BBQ. The Chef s have hit a home run with this menu. Succulent pork, smoked chicken, moist corn bread and our custom mac & cheese alongside our pastry teams delicious desserts. Relax and listen to the entertainment while you enjoy the company of those nearest and dearest to you. Tickets are limited so make sure to reserve your spot today. Tables are open family style. Enjoy getting to know other traveling guests of our resort. Cash bar available for those over 21. Location: South Bay House Lawn $40.00 Adults, $20.00 Children (5-11yrs) plus processing fee and tax. Seating is limited. Non-Refundable Advance Purchase through: Blacklight Party 8:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. Join our Resort Activities Staff in the Magnolia Ballroom, located in the Conference Center, to dance the night away. We ll provide all the glowing accessories. Memorial Day Monday, May 28th, 2018 Little Golf The Putting Green 9:00 10:00 a.m. Little Golf T.R.A.I.N. is a vehicle for young children to gain an earlier foothold into the game, as other sports such as soccer, martial arts, swimming, basketball, baseball and tennis are already doing. Come join us from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the Grand Hotel Putting Green for fun near golf experiences while playing with a purpose. Please RSVP by calling Extension Patriotic Tote Bags & Backpacks 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Join our Resort Activities Staff at the Craft Patio to decorate a tote bag or backpack with some of our favorite patriotic designs. Wooden Animal Craft 2:15 p.m. 3:00 p.m. We ll be decorating wooden animal crafts at the Craft Patio. Come join us! Kids Cannon March 3:30 p.m. 4:10 p.m. Kids, it's your turn to participate in our daily cannon presentation! Meet us in Fun Camp at 3:30 p.m. to get dressed for the march. We ll provide military style hats, jackets, and flags. We will leave Fun Camp at 3:45 p.m. SHARP to join the historian and drummer in the procession. Parents, please accompany children. Fun Camp is located in North Day House (building 4).

10 Firing of the Cannon & Military Tribute 3:50 p.m. SHARP Join us daily at 3:50 p.m. in the Jubilee Poolside Grill for a brief presentation followed by a procession to Cannon Park. Once at the Cannon Park, our historian will give a brief history of the Grand and Mobile Bay. We conclude with the firing of the cannon. This is a salute to our military past and present. Afternoon Tea You are cordially invited to join us in the Grand tradition of afternoon tea located in the Jubilee Poolside Grill. It is our pleasure to provide you with an assortment of delicious cookies, coffee and specialty teas. Water Balloon Toss 5:00 p.m. Sharp Join our Resort Activities Staff at the Spa Lawn (located between the Spa Building and Marina) for this fun filled activity. We ll have prizes for the winners too! Bonfire & S mores 8:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Meer us on North Beach in front of North Bay House (building 4) for an old fashioned bonfire with S mores. Tuesday May 29th, 2018 Histoy of the Grand Hotel 9:30 10:00 a.m. Did you know there has been a resort at Point Clear on Mobile Bay since 1847? The Grand Hotel is a member of the Historic Hotels of America and there are two time periods when The Grand Hotel had a military connection. Join our historian to learn more about The Grand s rich history as she shares fun facts, historical notes and information about the resort. Meet at Bucky s Lounge. Complimentary Tell us your story: Perhaps you have a story to share as well? We encourage your participation and feedback! Color & CrossStitch 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Meet our Resort Activities Staff at the Craft Patio for this fun craft. We ll have fish, seahorses, turtles and chipmunks to choose from. Photo Scavenger Hunt 2:15 p.m. SHARP The hunt will begin at the Craft Patio. Don t forget your camera! We ll have prizes for the winners too! Kids Cannon March 3:30 p.m. 4:10 p.m. Kids, it's your turn to participate in our daily cannon presentation! Meet us in Fun Camp at 3:30 p.m. to get dressed for the march. We ll provide military style hats, jackets, and flags. We will leave Fun Camp at 3:45 p.m. SHARP to join the historian and drummer in the procession. Parents, please accompany children. Fun Camp is located in North Day House (building 4). Firing of the Cannon & Military Tribute 3:50 p.m. SHARP Join us daily at 3:50 p.m. in the Jubilee Poolside Grill for a brief presentation followed by a procession to Cannon Park. Once at the Cannon Park, our historian will give a brief history of the Grand and Mobile Bay. We conclude with the firing of the cannon. This is a salute to our military past and present. Afternoon Tea You are cordially invited to join us in the Grand tradition of afternoon tea located in the Jubilee Poolside Grill. It is our pleasure to provide you with an assortment of delicious cookies, coffee and specialty teas. Diving for Dimes 5:00 p.m. SHARP Meet our Resort Activities Staff by the Feature Pool Water Slide for this fun activity! Glow in the Dark Scavenger Hunt 8:30 p.m. SHARP Join our Resort Activities Staff at the Beach Hut Picnic Tables to participate in the hunt. We ll have prizes for the winners too!

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