Featured will be 39 original songwriters playing in the intimate but spacious inside Legion Hall. Each evening concludes with a a jam session. Admission is $10 per day, and vendor exhibits, food and other related activities are also planned.

“The LASF is a celebration of original music and arranged for intimate listening appreciation and enjoyment,’’ said committee member John Henderson. “The performances are designed to aid artists in promoting their work and to encourage their participation in other songwriter events.’’

Cell phones, other disruptive action and smoking are not permitted in the Legion Hall during performances.

In addition to the main American Legion bar, refreshments will be served on the deck and in a tent outside the historic building.

Post 199 (600 S. Mobile St.) is located directly on the Fairhope Bluffs overlooking Mobile Bay in downtown Fairhope. For more info, call 251/928-9132.

Net proceeds of the festival will be distributed to Ecumenical Ministeries, The Lighthouse of Baldwin County and Boys & Girls Club of Baldwin County.

Scheduled artists include:

Lisa Christian: 7 p.m. on Sept. 18

Lisa Christian hails from Philadelphia and gained her unique guitar style and work ethic playing clubs in downtown Philly and the Jersey Shore. After a move to Atlanta,she formed the Christian/Durand duo and played the Lilith Fair Tour and the 1996 Olympic Games. She signed a short lived record contract and recorded one album with EMI Nashville. These days she plays a full schedule of club dates.

Donnie Mills: 8 p.m. on Sept. 18

Mobile born and based Donnie Mills has been a two time winner and three time judge at the Hank Williams Songwriter’s Contest. He’s won awards at the Austin Songwriter’s Contest and served as president and coordinator of the Mobile Songwriter’s Association. Called “One of Mobile’s most accomplished songwriters” by the Mobile Press Register, he was chosen by Lagniappe Magazine’s readers as one of Mobile’s Best Songwriters.

Lisa Mills: 10 p.m. on Sept. 17

Lisa Mills captures the essence of southern blues and soul. After touring with Big Brother and the Holding Company and making waves in Europe, Lisa returned to South Alabama to write and perform her amazing blend of music. With an eye to the past masters and a foot firmly grounded in her Mississippi roots, Lisa’s shows are awe-inspiring and sexy. Lisa has released 3 cd’s – 2 studio albums and a live album recorded at Fairhope’s American Legion. She’s a hit in Europe and collaborates with Beverly Jo Scott on occasion.

Mike Hutchinson: 7 p.m. on Sept. 16

Blind Dog Mike is Mike Hutchinson of the popular local trio, Blind Dog Mike and the Howlers. His original music reflects the spirit of livin’ and lovin’ a life influenced by the winds of Mobile Bay. He has been writing and performing in our area for 14 years and has one locally recorded and produced, self-titled cd.

Rhonda Hart: 8 p.m. on Sept. 18

Rhonda Hart was born into a family of singers and musicians and has been singing and performing since early childhood. Known as a “singer’s singer” she formed Angels on the Range with Deanna Carter and Mila Mason. Her smash hit, “Waiting for the Phone to Ring” hit #1 in Europe. Her subsequent work delivered the quadruple platinum hit, “Did I Shave My Legs for This.” The song was nominated for a Grammy in 1998.

Bo Roberts: 8 p.m. on Sept. 18.

Bo Roberts met Buddy Holly at the age of 11, he then bought his first guitar. After a stint with John Fogerty, Bo became the lead guitarist and bandleader for Hank Williams Jr. His next job found him playing with and writing for Gene Watson. The time yielded a number one hit for Watson and a cut for Willie Nelson. This song, “Ten With A Two” was recently covered by Kenny Chesney. After some time in Las Vegas, Bo now resides in Pensacola, FL spending his days writing country and children’s songs.

Rick Whaley: 8 p.m. on Sept. 16

Rick Whaley has been a Lower Alabama fixture for some time. He’s seems to never be far from the Flor-A-Bama but has played with and recorded with many, many famous musicians including, Al DeMeola, George Benson, Rock Killough, Teddy Pendergrass, Sam & Dave, Mickey Newbury, The filthy Rich, The Coasters, The Drifters, Jack Williams, Larry Baeder, Billy Dean, Faron Young, Jerry Vivino, Wayne Carson, Beverly Jo Scott, Mac Vickery and Wolf Man Jack. He feels blessed to have a life in music.

Randy Branch: 9 p.m. on Sept. 18

Randy Branch has been performing since the 1960’s. His band, Oakley Hill was popular on college campuses from 1977-1984 and opened for Hank Williams, Jr. and Alabama. Randy spent time in Nashville as a writer in the mid-80’s; he collaborated on songs with well-known writer, Carmol Taylor. His cd, Long Black Car was produced by Rick Carter of Rollin’ in the Hay.

Hank  Becker: 10 p.m. on Sept. 17

Hank Becker studied under Chet Atkins and Merle Travis; he later attended the Berklee School of Music. Hank’s notable bands include The Rebels, The Yonder, The Little Tomatoes and the Boogie Chillin’. His popular release, Chillin at Play was recorded by Johnny Sandlin and has been heard widely on local radio.

Hank’s prolific career has seen him open for Gregg Allman, Delbert McClinton, Los Lobos, Rascal Flatts and a ton of others. Although Hank has had more than his share of bad health, he continues to play regularly and maintains his instantly likeable sense of humor.

Charles Davis is a co-founder of the popular Leavin’ Brothers band, owner of DutchBend Music Publishing Company and is a member of BMI Nashville. He’s currently signed to a writer’s contract with Bella Music in Nashville. He’s a co-founder of the LA Songwriter’s Festival and co-host of the fest.

Evans Davis is a co-founder of the popular Leavin’ Brothers band, owner of Makin’ Marlow Music Publishing Company and a member of BMI Nashville. He is also signed to a writer’s contract with Bella Music in Nashville. He’s a co-founder of the LA Songwriter’s Festival and is a co-host of this year’s, 5th annual event.

Ashe Underwood has been a fixture in the Nashville songwriting community for more than twelve years. Originally from Texas via California and Hawaii, he’s written over 75 songs for artists ranging from Martina McBride to Steve Holy and George Strait. He wrote five songs and the first single for Trent Tomlinson’s debut and is a Dove Award recipient for Christian music. He has contributed songs to movies like Terminal Velocity and written theme songs for television shows. At the request of ESPN he, along with Trent Tomlinson, rewrote the lyrics to their song “Hey Batter Batter” for use on the networks Home Run Derby coverage. He’s attending his fourth LA Songwriter’s Fest and will, as usual, bring a guitar that’s not befitting of his songwriting talents.

Kevin Clements picked up the guitar at 16 but got his songwriting start after witnessing the Frank Brown Songwriter’s Fest. Kevin joined Shayne Daniels to write his first tunes.

Chad Maness began performing at local events and festivals at the ripe age of 4. His vocal talents were first noticed by his pre-school teacher in Monroeville, AL. At 6, Chad performed at the Alabama State Capital in Montgomery. A local dj caught the performance and recorded Chad’s version of “God Bless the USA.” The songwriter duo of Clements / Maness has resulted in the song, “Night and Day” which will be featured on Heather Wilkins’ debut cd.

Steven Lee Veal cemented his future at 5 years old while playing tambourine at an old-time gospel gathering in Eastern Oklahoma. After a move to Mobile, he absorbed the local music scene and blended blues, gospel, country and bluegrass into a gulf-coast mixture. His recording career began in the 1970’s with the Gulf Coast Quartet, a gospel group. Stephen Lee has co-written with several successful Nashville songwriters and performed at the Bluebird Café, Douglas Corner Café and the Broken Spoke. He’s a regular participant at the Frank Brown International Songwriters Fest and at the House of Blues’ Songwriters Night.

Chris Graham prides himself on his soulful delivery of his simple but powerful lyrics . Although he’s from southwest Alabama, Chris spends most of his free time in Nashville, honing his craft. In 2006, Chris was selected to participate in the ASCAP Country Songwriting Workshop. He’s also attended many NSAI seminars and workshops as a member and participant. Chris has participated in the Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival and has played many venues across the Southeast.

Baldwin County Coastal Cleanup Zones   If you or your organization are interested in participating at any of these locations, call the listed volunteer zone captains or call 251-621-1216 for general information. Chec• Boggy Point; Bob Hastings/251-986-6824; chardust@gulftel.com; Check-In: Call for directions.• Daphne; Priscilla Dabney/251-626-3285; pdabney@bcbe.org; Check-In: May Day Park.• Fairhope; Gary Gover/251-990-8662; govers@bellsouth.net; Check-In: Fairhope Pier.• Bayou La Batre; Lana McGuff/251-824-4134; lmcguff@mcpss.com; Check-In: Rolston Park.• Chickasabogue Park; Jamie Podratz/251-574-2267; Check-In: Park Info Center.• Chickasaw; Lisa Brazelton/251-456-9881; teambrax5@comcast.com; Check-In: Brooks Landing.• Five Rivers Delta Center; Canoe and kayak ONLY cleanup zone; Shonda Borden/251-625-0814 or shonda.borden@dcnr.alabama.gov; Check-In: 5 Rivers Delta Center, Bartram Landing.• Fort Morgan Peninsula; Cheryl Gilges/251-540-7950seagilges@aol.com; Check-In: Fire Station #1.• Gulf Shores; Lisa Kennedy/251-747-6706 or kennedy@gulftel.com; Check-In: Gulf Shores Public Beach.• Gulf State Park; Celia “CJ” Jarmon & Kelly Reetz/251-968-8837 or gspnc@gulftel.com; Check-In: Beach Pavilion.• Ono Island; Ron Schmidt or rlsmas@gulftel.com; Check-In: Ono Boat Ramp.• Orange Beach; April Boone/251-970-5907 or aeboone@gulftel.com; Check-In: Cotton Bayou Public Beach.• Perdido Bay; Cliff Barr/251-961-7900 or LillanCoastalCleanup@yahoo.com; Check-In: Call for directions.• Mobile Bay Causeway; Kara Lankford/251-580-1655, ext. 7252 or klankford@co.baldwin.al.us; Check-In: Boat Launch on Causeway.• Weeks Bay; Eric Brunden/251-928-9792 or eric.brunden@dcnr.alabama.gov; Check-In: Call for Directions.• Wolf Bay; John Griggs/251-955-1443 or jgriggs@gulftel.com; Check-In: Wolf Bay Lodge.• Soldier’s Creek; Ronnie Resmondo/251-961-7118 or palmetto@earthlink.net; Check-In: Call for directions.