Bienville Square — Attraction in Mobile

One of the lovely parks in the LoDa area. During some events there is even live music at the Gazebo.

Speaking of the Gazebo, the bathrooms are just under it. So if you are need it's there.

The fountain looks great since it's remodel a while back. There are plenty of spots to sit with the various benches around.

Yet its the squirrels that make this park a go to spot. Hit up A&M Peanuts up the street, spend $5 on some popcorn and peanuts and come feed our fat little buddies. Some are super brave and will eat out of your hand. Or even jus jump on you and steal your lunch. Kids love the challenge of chasing them around the park. Which is a GREAT thing if you got an energetic kid.

There are some great eateries and even a convenience store across the street. If you haven't been here. Go! Especially on the Market in...

We met Sunday at Bienville Square with Archbishop Rodi from the Cathederal of the Immaculate Conception for rosary procession to the Cathederal, Mass, and presentation of Christ the King medals to those Catholics who did the most volunteer work in their church. It was the first time that I was aware that such a medal existed and I have been a Catholic for 75 years. That tells me how little I am aware of what goes on in the church. We go to mass on Sunday and that is that. These volunteers help the church and clergy make things run smoothly so that we can attend mass without a flaw. Some volunteers came long distances to receive their medal, (Montgomery or Birmingham), while the recipitent from our local group (Gulf Shores) did not...

I HAVE CALLED 711 ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS CONCERNING THE PUBLIC MEN'S RESTROOM!! NO HAND SOAP, ATROCIOUS SMELL, AND ALL AROUND FILTHY AND UNSANITARY! I HOPE TO SEE THAT THESE PROBLEMS ARE TAKEN CARE OF, BEFORE TAKING MY NEXT COURSE OF ACTION!! I HAVE BUSINESSES THAT WILL ALLOW ME TO USE THEIR RESTROOMS, BUT WHAT ABOUT THE HOMELESS, TOURISTS, AND LOCAL TAX PAYERS LIKE MYSELF WHO VISIT THIS BEAUTIFUL AND HISTORIC LANDMARK WHICH WAS DEDICATED TO THE NAME OF THE FOUNDER OF OUR GREAT CITY!! I KNOW THAT A LOT OF VAGRANTS HANG AROUND THIS PARK; HOWEVER WHO'S THE CITY TO DENY ANYONE THE RIGHT TO WASH HIS/ HER HANDS!! NO WONDER THE STATE OF ALABAMA HAS HAD THE WORST INFLUENZA PANDEMIC SINCE THE...