Second Saturday Art Walk, January 2023

1/9/2023

January 14, 2023

Shoofly Magazine file photo from 2019 Dolly Should competition | Brenda Comer

Over the past 30 years, the monthly art walk has become one of the most popular events in the region. Old Town stays lively all day, with many merchants and restaurants offering specials.

The pace picks up from 4–7 pm, when gallery openings and live music keep the streets humming with activity.

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January's Second Saturday will also feature our regionally famous "Dolly Should" Dolly Parton lookalike competition. That's Dolly Should, as in Dolly should spend her January birthday in the Bay! Read more about this kitchy competition here.

January's Hot Spots are Serious Bread, 131 Main Street; Murky Waters Blues & BBQ, 126 Main Street, Suite D; and the Alice Moseley Folk Art & Antique Museum, 1928 Depot Way. Read more about these featured businesses below!

- Story and photos by McKenzey Northington

Serious Bread
131 Main Street, BSL | (228) 231-1214
Hours: Wed-Sat 7:30 am - 5:30 pm; Sun 10 am - 3pm; closed Mon-Tues

Serious Bread Bakery, located at 131 Main Street, Suite D Old Town Bay St. Louis, is a beloved artisan bakery known for its commitment to producing from-scratch and hand-shaped breads that are free of additives and preservatives, yet bursting with flavor. Some of the bakery's most popular breads include Roasted Sunflower Seed, Garlic Rosemary Sourdough, French Sourdough, Oatmeal Cinnamon Raisin, Pecan Honey Whole Wheat, Dale's Multigrain, and Kalamata Olive Sourdough.

In addition to these delicious breads, Serious Bread also offers a selection of pizzas made with their popular flatbreads. These pizzas are available for dine-in or take-out, giving you the flexibility to enjoy them at the bakery or in the comfort of your own home.

Serious Bread also offers a "Buy 6, Get 1" special on a mix-and-match selection of all their sweets. This special is available all the time, so be sure to take advantage of it during your visit.

This Second Saturday, January 14, the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread and sweets will surely draw you towards Serious Bread Bakery. In celebration of their January Second Saturday hotspot status, Serious Bread will be bringing back their highly sought-after king cakes, made with brioche and available in a variety of flavors including traditional, cream cheese-filled, strawberry, blueberry, and Bavarian cream. The bakery will also be hosting live music performed by Zachery Perkins from 4:30 to 7 pm. As a special treat, Serious Bread makes their delicious Harvest Sourdough bread every Second Saturday.

Be sure to stop by and enjoy the delicious food, music, and atmosphere at this beloved local attraction. Don't miss out on the deliciousness that Serious Bread brings to Bay St. Louis.

Murky Waters Blues N BBQ
126 Main Street, Suite D, BSL | (228) 228-242-4505
Hours: Sun-Wed 11 am – 9 pm; Thurs-Sat 11 am – 10 pm

Ellis Anderson | Shoofly file photo

In the heart of Old Town Bay St. Louis tucked away right off Main Street resides the popular Murky Waters. Known for its blues and BBQ, this beloved establishment is a destination for music lovers and barbeque fanatics alike.

In November 2021, the restaurant opened its fourth location at 126 Main Street, in the space formerly occupied by LuLu's. The renovated space features an in-house smoker, indoor and outdoor dining areas, and a full bar with an impressive selection of whiskey, including rare brands like Blanton's and Weller.

Ellis Anderson | Shoofly file photo

As you approach the restaurant, the mouth-watering aroma of slow-smoked barbecue, seasoned with a dry rub and smoked with local pecan wood, greets you and your appetite at the door. Inside, the sound of classic blues fills the air, performed by talented musicians whose portraits adorn the walls.

Murky Waters' large menu offers a range of creative BBQ dishes, including their award-winning wings and burnt ends. The restaurant also has a full bar that stretches across the back of the dining room. Each month, their talented bar staff and managers create a collection of unique, specialty drinks that can only be found at Murky Waters. This January, their craft cocktail collection features festive Mardi Gras specialty drinks.

Ellis Anderson | Shoofly file photo

With its friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere, Murky Waters is the perfect destination for a family outing, a nice evening out, or a night with friends. This Second Saturday, January 14, Murky Waters will host live music by Stephen Wade Scott from 6:30-9:30 pm in celebration of their hotspot status. Be sure to swing by, enjoy the live music, try one of the special Mardi Gras cocktails, and experience why Murky Waters is becoming a local favorite.

Alice Moseley Folk Art & Antique Museum
1928 Depot Way, BSL | (228) 467-9223
Hours: Mon-Sat 10 am – 4 pm; Closed Sunday

The Alice Moseley Folk Art & Antique Museum is a beloved destination located on the second floor of the historic L & N Train Depot. The museum is dedicated to the memory and work of Mississippi folk artist and humorist, Alice Moseley, and is committed to promoting tourism and the arts in the state.

In addition to featuring nearly 100 original works by Alice Moseley, the museum also boasts large collections of vintage bottles, Majolica vases, depression glass, and antique everyday objects. The museum is open to all, with no admission charge, in keeping with Alice Moseley's belief that the museum should be accessible to people of all incomes and social backgrounds.

The Alice Moseley Museum offers free tours that provide insight into the art and life of Alice Moseley, as well as her famous wit and wisdom. Every month, the museum showcases a "print of the month" that is discounted by 15%. This month's featured print is "Flivvers, Flappers, and Whoopee-do," which portrays the Star Theater that used to be located on the corner of Washington Street and Beach Boulevard in Bay St. Louis. The museum has recently begun exploring the many facets of this work in more depth on their Patreon page.

In addition to showcasing the art and life of Alice Moseley, the museum is also committed to charitable good works in Mississippi. This dedication to both the arts and community makes the Alice Moseley Folk Art & Antique Museum a must-visit destination.

This Second Saturday, January 14, the Alice Moseley Museum will be hosting live music in front of the museum in celebration of its Hotspot status.