Set in the summer of 1963, this story follows young Caroline on her trip to visit her grandmother in Fairhope, Alabama, where she witnesses her first jubilee. When this rare meteorological event occurs during the early morning hours, aquatic creatures such as flounder, crabs, and shrimp involuntarily wash up on the Mobile Bay shore. Locals and visitors alike excitedly rush to the waterfront to collect the delicacies. In addition to recording the jubilee with her Kodak Instamatic Camera, Caroline also captures her carefree summer days of sipping RC Cola and visiting friends. Illuminating illustrations, interspersed with camera snapshots, portray each unforgettable moment. A glossary defines the terms used in the book.