December 2014

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Talk of the Town
top story of the month

Celebrate an anniversary and a holiday event at the 20th annual Tree Gala, hosted by the Hancock County Library System.   In this year's display, more than 50 decorated Christmas trees will be vying for prizes on Sunday, December 7th, from 1 - 4pm at the BSL Library and they'll be on display the whole month!  You'll find out the behind the scenes info in this month's Talk of the Town!   SEE STORY
Sponsored by Purple Banana Yogurt

Upcoming Events
briefs on big happenings

There are more holiday happenings in the Bay-Waveland area than ornaments on a tree at the Library!  Our community calendar is jammed packed, making it hard to choose what to do!  So we've taken the liberty of pointing out some of the events we think should be on your "don't miss" list during the holiday season!   See Events
Sponsored by Carroll House B&B

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Community Calendar
if you live here, you need this.

Our Community Calendar is going to be addictive, so you may as well go ahead and "bookmark" it NOW for quick and frequent reference.  It's actually SEVEN different calendars that you can view by event category (like entertainment, local sports, civic meetings, etc)  CHECK IT OUT!  Sponsored by Uptown Interiors and The Starfish Cafe and Coast Time Realty

Fifteen Minutes
locals & visitors out and about

Residents of Bay/Waveland and visitors to the area get their 15 minutes of fame here in the Cleaver.  This month's Snapshot Gallery  includes shots from Pirate Day in the Bay, Barksgiving and MORE.  Click here for a full-sized gallery with dozens more pictures AND captions. 
Sponsored by Ann Madden Photography + Design. 

Sponsors Spotlight
Prime Sponsor profiles

This month our featured Prime Sponsor is the Bay Town Inn.  The original historic inn may have been destroyed by a hurricane, but the spirit of hospitality has survived and is blossoming now at the new Inn complex.  They say you can't go back again, but the Bay Town Inn proves 'em wrong.   
SEE STORY
Sponsored by Gourmet Galley

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2nd Saturday Artwalk
hot spots and happenings

 Join the fun at Old Town's  Second Saturday Artwalk each month.  The November Hot Spots are the Mockingbird Cafe (110 South Second St.)  and Serious Bread Bakery (131A Main St.).  Art openings, live music and  shop specials and more!  Things are lively all day, but festivities take place from 4-8pm.  With our complete listing of happenings, you won't miss a beat!   SEE STORY  Sponsored by Alternate Reality Artist Gallery

At Home in the Bay
The Cleaver Home of the Month

Who's the winner of the Cleaver's Home of the Month?  Tucked away in the historic Depot District, you'll get to visit this classic three story Creole on 217 Keller Street.  It's the second home of Bob and Samantha McRaney, designed for entertaining friends and sharing the serenity of the coast.   Living between New Orleans and the Bay, you'll see why the McRaneys have the "best of both worlds."    SEE STORY  Sponsored by The Lawson Studio

What's Up, Waveland?
everybody wants to know

Cleaver Correspondent LiLi Stahler Murphy keeps readers up to date with going's on in Waveland.  This month she bids adieu to her Alderman's responsibility to dedicate her energies to the Waveland Ground Zero Hurricane Museum.  This month, she covers all the holiday happenings in Waveland,  the Ladner Pier Repairs, the City Hall Mosaic Project Installation and the Festival of Lights!  SEE STORY  Sponsored by Treasures of the Bay

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Good Neighbor
interesting conversations
with inspiring locals

You'll meet some of the community's most interesting residents here!  This month, The Cleaver Good Neighbor is Katharine Truett Ohman,  a force of nature in Hancock County.   SEE STORY   Sponsored by Gulf Coast Woman Magazine

Harbor Highlights
meet the boats & their owners

This month, the Cleaver takes a tour of "Carpe Diem," a spectacular trawler that makes living aboard a second home for Gayle and Steve Materne. SEE STORY
Sponsorship by Bay St. Louis Harbor and Marina 

Bay Bride
attend a wedding in the Bay!

Bay St. Louis has become one of the hottest spots for destination weddings on the Gulf Coast.  This month, an intimate family wedding shines with love - and special touches by local artists.    SEE STORY
sponsored by Ginger Cook Events

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The Town Green
beautification & gardening

Have you noticed lots of new Crape Myrtle trees going up on our public right-of-ways lately.  They're actually living, growing, blossoming memorials to loved ones who have passed on.  Find out how you can get involved!   SEE STORY    
Sponsored by Bay Life

Arts Alive!
the local arts scene

By now, we all pretty much know why it's important to "buy local."  This month, the Cleaver interviews Susan Liles with the Mississippi Arts Commission, who explains the extra bonuses that come with buying from local artists!   SEE STORY
Sponsored by Bay Emporium

Beach to Bayou
outdoor living

Hancock County has some of the best birding on the Gulf Coast - especially in the winter when we're home to thousands of feathered "snowbirds."  A new website makes it easy to find where their favorite hangouts are! SEE STORY
Sponsored by Possum Walk Nature Trail

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Well, Well, Well!
healthy living

In Well, Well, Well!, Kerrie Loya shares the secrets of a “well” lived life, with fitness tips, recipes, product reviews and ways to make the most of your mind/body connection!  Each month, you'll discover ways to further your own wellness goals.  In December, Kerrie shares ideas for healthy/sustainable gifts!  SEE STORY
Sponsored by 100 Men Hall

Coastal Cuisine
local food and restaurants

Make your holiday entertaining sensational - and easy with specialties from local restaurants!  We've put together a list of eateries and their catering capabilities, including "catering-to-go" items.   From breakfast biscuits to full holiday meals - including the turkey - this is a list you'll want to bookmark for future reference!   SEE STORY
Sponsored by The Buttercup on Second Street

Bay Reads
community book club

Each month in Bay Reads, Seriously Avid Reader (and Bay resident) Carole McKeller hosts an on-line community book club - and everyone's invited.  This month local businesswoman and photographer Lisa Eveleigh, who served for a decade as the managing editor of a prestigious literary journal, shares her thoughts on books.    SEE STORY
sponsored by Bay Books

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Vintage Vingette
collectibles & antiques

Local antiques expert Martha Whitney Butler shares her knowledge of all things old, collectible and bizzare in this monthly column.  This month, she covers vintage Christmas ornaments and discusses sinister Santas.  SEE STORY
Sponsored by The French Potager

The Shoofly
monthly guest columnist

The Shoofly built around the Old City Hall Oak is the perfect place to share stories and ideas.  This month, the guest Shoofly columnist is Marcie Baria, lawyer, mom, and trailblazer.  Marcy  shares Part Two of her insightful and often hilarious summer adventures  hiking on the Appalachian Trail!  SEE STORY
Sponsored by George's Girls

Puppy Dog Tales
of pups and pets

Daisy Mae Delray is a seizure alert dog and author of Puppy Dog Tales. Since 2004, she has been writing about the human pet companion bond  as a journalist for a number of newspapers including the Alexandria Times and the Sea Coast Echo.  This month shares some interesting end-of-the-year thoughts!.  SEE STORY
Sponsored by the Puppy Dog Tales Blog

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Civic Notes
meeting minutes and more

Who says civic participation has to be boring?  After all, this is Bay St. Louis!  In this section, read council actions from the past month's meetings.  Not nearly as much fun as attending the actual meetings, but they'll help keep you in the loop!   You'll also find the city's annual budget.  READ MORE 
Sponsored by Les and Barbara Fillingame

Shared History
local lore & history

Each month we take a look  at historic buildings and some of the interesting people (and quite a few characters)  from our past.  This month, we look at all the details behind the reenactment of the Battle of the Bay of St. Louis, taking place December 13th.   SEE STORY Sponsorship by Magnolia Antiques

Peeps From Our Past
Remembering Old Friends

Christmas turns our thoughts to sweet delights, which in turn makes us think of Gingerbread Houses, which, here in Bay-Waveland, makes us remember Ruth Thompson of Ruth's Cakery on Court Street.  Ruth's confectionary constructions were an indispensable part of our community's holiday heritage.     READ MORE  

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Coast Lines
editor's notes

Random thoughts from Cleaver editor and correspondent Ellis Anderson.  This month, meet Jerry Ortiz, who lights up the town each year for the holidays.  Yes, he's the guy you see all over town in the crane!
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Sponsored by Amy Wood Properties

Local Focal
visual delights

Bay St. Louis lights up for the holiday season with Snowflakes in the Oaks.  Our video short this month catches up with some of our neighbors as they pull out the decorations.  We even go up in a lift to hang snowflakes!  WATCH VIDEO
Sponsorship Old Town Merchants

The Big Buzz!
gossip in a good way

The Big Buzz around town this month?  Merchants buy into Main Street, helping hands for Mockingbird’s Whitney, Parking lots get a closer look and Lisa Monti gets the low down on Dan B’s return to the beach and more!   SEE STORIES
Sponsored by the Alice Moseley Museum

Prime Sponsors

Bay Town Inn

Gallery 220

Bay-Tique Bay Wares

Cottage at 215 Main Street

Antique Maison Ulman

Puppy Dog Tales

California Drawstrings

Mockingbird Cafe

Crawford Realty Group

SouthGroup Insurance

Waveland Ground Zero Museum

Hancock Medical

Brehm T. Bell, Attorney

Bubba & Teri Wyly

Jaubert Architecture

Webb School Rental

Recent Impulse Sponsors

Many Thanks!

Murray Alford
Jinx Vidrine
Carole McKellar
Mary Milewski
W. McCandless
Basil Kennedy
Frank L Conaway Jr, DMD, PC
Kathy Holland
Richard Finegan
Marcia Stewart
Robert Zingarelli
Brenda Comer

If you'd like to become an Impulse Sponsor, find details at bottom of page.

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December's Cleaver Crew

Ellis Anderson
Marcie Baria
Martha Whitney Butler
Lynne Chasez
Ginger Felder Cook
Willard Deal
Larry Jaubert
Al Lawson
Kerrie Loya
Carole McKellar
Lisa Monti
LiLi Stahler Murphy
Mary Perkins
Dr. Tina Richardson
Pat Saik
Karen West

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Cleaver Sponsorships

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It's our goal at the Cleaver to publish this magazine as a free resource for the community, while showcasing content that rivals a quality printed publication.  Our Prime and Column Sponsors make that possible - as does the generosity of our readers.  Below are easy options for readers to support the Cleaver.  Thank you! 

Dedicated Sponsors

Dedicated Sponsors are auto-billed monthly on their Pay-Pal accounts or credit cards (through the trusted Pay-Pal system).

The drop-down menu below lets you choose to be a monthly Supporter ($5), an Avid Reader ($10), or a BIG FAN! ($25).  

Impulse Sponsors

Impulsive Sponsorships are one-time gifts and you can use your Pay-Pal account or credit card (through the trusted Pay-Pal system). 

The drop-down menu below lets you choose to be a Supporter ($5), an Avid Reader ($10), or a BIG FAN! ($25).  

 Will you get a tax deduction for your sponsorship?  Sorry, no.  We're working to show that artistic enterprises can make for sound, community-contributing businesses, that prosper financially as well as creatively.  We have no plans to apply for non-profit status.

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