Mary’s Shelter Gulf Coast will present its Third Annual $10,000 Draw Down Extravaganza from Noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 12 in the Our Lady of the Gulf Parish Hall. Tickets are $100 per person. The event includes lunch, silent and live auctions and entertainment by the Gulf Coast’s very own Elvis! Go to https://secure.qgiv.com/for/3rdannualbemyvalentine to purchase tickets. Call Judi Flanigan, 251-554-4889 or email judithnflanigan@gmail.com.

Opened in 2006, Mary’s Shelter has housed dozens of moms, their new babies and older children. The 24-hour facility provides a safe home as well as counseling to help the residents set goals for their future.

Volunteers help with transportation to doctor visits, jobs and classes to provide better job opportunities. Others help with babysitting and upkeep of the facility.