Calendar of Events July 9 - 16
Calendar of Events
All area codes are 850 unless specified.
Saturday, July 9
Cram the Van
The United Way of Okaloosa & Walton Counties and their partner agencies will collect school supplies for local children for the upcoming school year. Look for the van from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot of Walmart in DeFuniak Springs.
Banner signing
Area residents are invited to sign congratulations messages on a banner for Special Olympian Greg Floyd in honor of his recent trip to participate at the 2011 World Special Olympics in Athens, Greece. The banner will be available for signing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Winn-Dixie, 1030 U.S. Hwy. 331 S in DeFuniak Springs.
Karaoke
Enjoy a night of karaoke from 6-9:30 p.m. at The Love shack, 306 Bald Eagle Drive in Sant Rosa Beach. Call 267-0039.
Seaside Farmers Market
Get your pick of fresh produce, baked goods, dairy products, native plants and other unique offerings during Market from 8 a.m. to noon in the Amphitheatre behind Raw & Juicy. Enjoy special cooking demos and activities.
The Forrest Williams Band
An anniversary celebration with The Forrest Williams Band will be held at 10 p.m. at Shoo Mamas, 3906 Hwy. 98 W., Suite 10, in Santa Rosa Beach. Call 278-6824.
Topsail tours
Breakfast with a Ranger at 9 a.m. at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park in Santa Rosa Beach. Bring $4, which goes to the Friends of Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, or bring your own breakfast. Hike and learn about the coastal dune systems and uncover the mysteries of the “Mountains of Florida” at 10:30 a.m. A $6 park entrance fee is required, except for Breakfast with a Ranger. Outside tours are canceled during severe weather. Call 267-8330.
West Indies Market
Browse this popular, open-air market and discover booths filled with paintings, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, woodcarvings and other handcrafted items from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 9 and 10 at Rosemary Beach.
Sunday, July 10
Unlimited Horizons
Unlimited Horizons of the Emerald Coast will present Don Daniels, a practitioner and teacher of yoga, meditation and the psychology of personal achievement, at 2:30 p.m. in the Gulf Breeze Recreation Center, 800 Shoreline Dr. A donation at the door to both programs is $7. To learn more, visit unlimited-horizons.org.
Biophilia Center
The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays; 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays; and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $5/person, $2/children 6-12, and children 5 and under are free. Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Monday, July 11
Groovin' On The Green
Bring a beverage of your choice, chairs, blankets and coolers to a free concert with Heat & the Zydeco Gents at 7 p.m. on the Village Green in Carillon Beach. Call 234-7819.
Music theory classes
Lisa Cyr will teach classes in reading music and understanding basic music theory from 6-7 p.m. Mondays, July 11 at the Coastal Branch Library. Students ages 13 and older, from beginner to advanced, are encouraged to attend these free classes. A small supply list is recommended for the classes. Call 231-3199 or 267-2809 for more information.
Magical Mondays
Join magician Rick Moore from 7-9 p.m. in the Events Plaza at the Village of Baytowne Wharf for an evening full of laughs and illusions.
Topsail tour
Learn all about the plants, wildlife and functions of the estuaries, bays, and marshes of the area at 1:30 p.m. at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park in Santa Rosa Beach.
Stories by the Sea
Join the Seaside Repertory Theatre at 4 p.m. Mondays-Fridays for a one-of-a-kind storytelling experience for children of all ages.
Tuesday, July 12
Kids Rock the Block
Bring the family for a rockin' night of fun from 6-8 p.m. on the Western Green in Rosemary Beach. Activities include moonwalks, face painting, airbrush tattoos, arts and crafts with Gigi's, hula hoops, bubble machine and more. Event is free.
Seaside Rep
The Seaside Repertory Theatre presents “How I Became a Pirate” at 7 p.m. at WaterColor in the Marina Park Amphitheatre.
Knot Kamp
Yards N Yarn in Freeport will host summer three-day knot sessions for any age from 10 a.m. to noon, 1-3 p.m. and 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Cost is $35 and includes project and items. Call 880-6404.
Mini Gras & Boomin' Tuesdays
An evening of fun and merriment with special children’s activities takes place from 7-10 p.m. in the Events Plaza at the Village of Baytowne Wharf. Each week, the Village will crown a king and queen to throw moonpies and candy to the crowd. Fireworks begin at 9:15 p.m. over the lagoon. Event is free. Enjoy the Bouncy Castle and other inflatables with purchase of a $10 wristband.
Marina Beach Luau
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort brings back old-fashioned summer fun and adds a hint of tropical flare with its Marina Beach Luaus from 6:30-9 p.m. at the marina beach at Baytowne Marina. Enjoy tropical music, a bon fire, and tropical foods, a cash bar and more, while children enjoy canoe rides, a tiki flamethrower, limbo dances and hunting for crabs on the beach. MaryAnn and Gilligan, the resort’s resident parrots, put on a show as they dance, talk and greet all of the luau guests. Fireworks begin at 9:15 p.m. Call 267-7775.
Sand Sculpting
Seaside offers free sand sculpting lessons by sand master Mark Flynn from Sand Odyssey from 1-3 p.m. Pick up your wristband from Seaside Beach before the event, as space is limited.
Wednesday, July 13
Wednesday Night Concert Series
The Village of Baytowne Wharf presents a free concert with Biscuit Miller & the Mix from 7-9 p.m. in the Events Plaza. Call 267-8186.
Social Security seminar
Arbor Wealth Management, LLC will host a complimentary seminar, “At What Age Should I Take Social Security Benefits?” at 10 a.m. in the conference room of Arbor Wealth Management in the Tops’l Commercial Center on U.S. 98 in Miramar Beach. Call 608-6121 to reserve seating.
Seaside Summer Concerts
The Seaside Summer Concert Series presents Lauren St. Jane & The Dead Westerns at 7 p.m. at the Seaside Amphitheater.
Travel fair
Crystal Bay, a retirement community, will host a travel fair presented by Creative Tours by Pat from 3-5 p.m. at 2400 Crystal Cove Lane, Destin. The fair will feature deals on assorted vacations, including all-inclusive, national and international tours, opportunities to book future vacations and giveaways. Admission and refreshments are complimentary. RSVP at 267-1600 by July 12.
Seaside Rep
The Seaside Repertory Theatre presents The Commedia Pinocchio at 6 p.m. in North Barrett Square in Rosemary Beach
Thursday, July 14
Moonlight & Movies
Bring a blanket and enjoy a free family movie, “Legend of the Guardians”, under the stars at 8:15 p.m. on the Western Green in Rosemary Beach.
Sunset Cinema
Watch the family movie “Yogi Bear” at 8 p.m. at the Village of Baytowne Wharf.
Senior tour
Crystal Bay, a retirement community in Destin, will host a tour of homes and complimentary luncheon from 12:30-2:30 p.m. for seniors and their loved ones searching for a senior living experience. This event will provide guests with a complimentary luncheon, introductions to staff, an exclusive tour of the one- and two- bedroom apartments, and an overview of Brookdale Senior Living’s Optimum Life concept.
Seaside Rep
The Seaside Repertory Theatre presents Around the World in 80 Days at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays. Tickets are $25.
Pier Park Summer Concert Series
Bring your beach chairs or blankets out to the Aaron Bessant Amphitheater at Pier Park in Panama City at 7 p.m. for a concert with Heartbeat City. Small coolers and pets on a leash are permitted.
Rotary Club of South Walton
The Rotary Club of South Walton meets for breakfast at 7:30 a.m. at the Embassy Suites, Scenic Hwy. 98 in Miramar Beach. Visiting Rotarians and their guests are welcome. Call 267-2929.
Seaside Rep
The Seaside Repertory Theatre presents Alice's Adventures in Wonderland at 6 p.m. in the Alys Beach Amphitheatre.
Friday, July 15
Night at the Museum
The Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida in Valparaiso will hold a Night at the Museum, a guided tour and wine tasting experience, at 7 p.m. Enjoy exhibits and live Native American music, sample wine and food from local restaurants, enter raffles, take part in the silent auction and mingle with special guests who will bring history to life. Tickets are $30; Museum members, $25. Reserve tickets at 678-2615.
Central Square Cinema
Grab your blankets and head to the Seaside Amphitheatre for blockbusters and classics alike under the stars at 8 p.m.
Hilda McDonald
Pianist Hilda McDonald plays mellow melodies at 6 p.m. at Christiano’s in Santa Rosa Beach.
Saturday, July 16
Karaoke Night
Ballyhoo Bar & Grill, 3711 W. Hwy. 30A in Santa Rosa Beach, hosts Karaoke Night at 7 p.m.
Seaside Farmers Market
Get your pick of fresh produce, baked goods, dairy products, native plants and other unique offerings during Market from 8 a.m. to noon in the Amphitheatre behind Raw & Juicy. Enjoy special cooking demos and activities.
Beach Mice
The Beach Mice perform at 9:30 p.m. at Graffiti & the Funky Blues Shack, 109 Cannery Lane in Baytowne Wharf. Call 424-6650.
