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Bits and Pieces Mixed Media Art Class
Are you looking for something to do on St. George Island? Are you down on vacation? Do you need something for you & the kids to do while Dad is fishing? Or do you just want to visit your artistic side? Let us help you find your inner artist at Art of Glass, with our…
Special Exhibit: Operation Market Garden at Camp Gordon Johnston
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit on Operation Market Garden. This exhibit will be on display at the museum from Tuesday, October 1 until Saturday, November 2. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. There is no charge for admission, but donations…
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Special Exhibit: “Shells and Shards”
The Carrabelle History Museum is presenting a special exhibit, “Shells & Shards”. This unique exhibit delves into the rich prehistoric history of Carrabelle, showcasing intricate Native American pottery shards and shells that tell the stories of ancient cultural practices and daily life. This exhibit will be on display from Wednesday, October 2 through Saturday, October…
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
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Night of the Living Dead
Night of the Living Dead™ Live is a fun and hilarious re-imagining of George A. Romero’s legendary classic. Set in 1968 and presented in all black and white, it literally feels like the film has been brought to life and placed onstage. The play lovingly examines the movie itself, the period in which it was…
4 events,
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
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Carrabelle Museum Day
Carrabelle’s three museums will open their doors free of charge on Saturday, October 5, for their annual Museum Day celebration. Camp Gordon Johnston Museum, Carrabelle History Museum, and Crooked River Lighthouse Museum will host special activities and exhibits. Camp Gordon Johnston Museum will be open from 11 am–5 pm, Carrabelle History Museum from 10 am–5…
Tate’s Hell 5k
Tate’s Hell 5k
The 9th Annual Tate's Hell 5K is back to its original scenic venue at 142 River Road in Carrabelle. Get ready to lace up your running shoes on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, and join us at the starting line at 8 AM sharp! Post-race, we’ll celebrate your achievements with an awards ceremony. This year’s event…
Country “SUPER” Market
Country “SUPER” Market
The Crooked River Lighthouse is excited to announce an extended Country “SUPER” Market on Saturday, October 5, from 9 am-3 pm ET at Crooked River Lighthouse Park, 1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle, FL, at the foot of Carrabelle’s historic lighthouse. There will be something for everyone, from market-fresh goods to unique nautical souvenirs and gifts…
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
4 events,
Author and Historian Robert Jacob to Present on the Pirates of Florida
Author and Historian Robert Jacob to Present on the Pirates of Florida
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) is thrilled to announce an exciting event featuring author and historian Robert Jacob. On Monday, October 7, at 2:00 PM ET, Jacob will deliver an engaging presentation about the Pirates of Florida at the Eastpoint branch, located at 160 Hickory Dip Road, Eastpoint, FL. Robert Jacob,…
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
5 events,
Bits and Pieces Mixed Media Art Class
Are you looking for something to do on St. George Island? Are you down on vacation? Do you need something for you & the kids to do while Dad is fishing? Or do you just want to visit your artistic side? Let us help you find your inner artist at Art of Glass, with our…
Fall Program Series With Fun Story Time
Fall Program Series With Fun Story Time
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite families from across the region to kick off the Fall Program Series with fun Story Time events at the Carrabelle Branch Library. This special program is scheduled for Tuesday, October 8, at 3:30 PM, at the Carrabelle Branch, 311 St. James Avenue (Hwy 98), Carrabelle,…
Fall Program Series With Fun Story Time
Fall Program Series With Fun Story Time
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite families from across the region to kick off the Fall Program Series with fun Story Time events at the Eastpoint Branch Library. This special program is scheduled for Tuesday, October 8, at 3:30 PM, at the Eastpoint Branch, 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL. Best…
5 events,
Spiders and Bats
Spiders and Bats
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) is excited to host a special educational event featuring animal educator Jerry Walls on October 9. The fascinating program, “Spiders and Bats,” will take place at 1:30 PM at the Eastpoint branch, located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, and at 3:30 PM at the Carrabelle branch,…
Spiders and Bats
Spiders and Bats
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) is excited to host a special educational event featuring animal educator Jerry Walls on October 9. The fascinating program, “Spiders and Bats,” will take place at 1:30 PM at the Eastpoint branch, located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, and at 3:30 PM at the Carrabelle branch,…
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
4 events,
STEM Space Event
STEM Space Event
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite young explorers from all across the region to embark on an exploration of science, technology, engineering, and math at the upcoming STEM event. This engaging and educational program will take place on Thursday, October 10, at 3:30 PM, at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle branches.…
STEM Space Event
STEM Space Event
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite young explorers from all across the region to embark on an exploration of science, technology, engineering, and math at the upcoming STEM event. This engaging and educational program will take place on Thursday, October 10, at 3:30 PM, at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle branches.…
4 events,
Pink Out!
Pink Out!
The annual Pink Out will be held Friday, October 11 at Paddy’s Raw Bar on St. George Island. This event benefits the Franklin Needs group which provides free mammograms and other services to local residents. Get ready for a fun filled night including an entertaining “woman-less pageant”, raffles, cool merchandise, live music, food, lots of…
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
5 events,
Apalachicola Farmers Market
Apalachicola Farmers Market
Located at the beautiful Millpond Pavilion at the end of Market Street, the Apalachicola Farmers Market offers local seafood, produce, honey, homemade breads, pies, and other regional specialties every 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9 AM until 1 PM in Apalachicola. Can't wait till the weekend? The Apalachicola Growers Market is back this month, featuring…
Apalach Porch Fest
Apalach Porch Fest
Apalachicola's Porch Fest, a grassroots music event, will be held October 12 on porches and yards throughout Apalachicola. The event begins and ends this year at Lafayette Park along the Bayfront in Apalachicola. The day of music features nine local performers, each on different porches, at staggered times, throughout Apalachicola neighborhoods.
Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Join us on our haunted pub crawl in downtown Apalachicola. Your ghostly guide(s) will tell you local ghost stories and haunted history while making stops at local bars and pubs along the way. Those who attend this tour will get a FREE "Boos and Booze" Haunted Pub Crawl koozie at the start of the tour…
3 events,
Art & Wine Splash
Art & Wine Splash
St. George Island will host its 8th Annual Art and Wine Splash on Sunday, October 13th. The event will Feature several talented artists and craftsmen offering original and unique items. The event offers a Wine Walk which will take place from 1 -5 p.m. with regional wine stations and musical entertainment.
3 events,
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
4 events,
Adult Crafternoon Event
Adult Crafternoon Event
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) warmly invite adult visitors and residents to participate in the upcoming Adult Crafternoon event, a perfect blend of creativity and relaxation. This engaging program will take place on Tuesday, October 15, at 2:30 PM, at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle branches. Adults are encouraged to join…
Adult Crafternoon Event
Adult Crafternoon Event
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) warmly invite adult visitors and residents to participate in the upcoming Adult Crafternoon event, a perfect blend of creativity and relaxation. This engaging program will take place on Tuesday, October 15, at 2:30 PM, at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle branches. Adults are encouraged to join…
3 events,
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
5 events,
Full Moon Event at Crooked River Lighthouse
Full Moon Event at Crooked River Lighthouse
The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a Full Moon Lighthouse Event on Thursday, October 17, from 7:30-9:30 pm ET in Carrabelle, FL. Visitors can enjoy the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach under the glow of the sunset and rising Hunter’s Moon. Visitors can enjoy an after-hours tour of the…
October Sunset and Full Moon Climb at Cape St. George Lighthouse
October Sunset and Full Moon Climb at Cape St. George Lighthouse
The October Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island will be held on Thursday, October 17, 2024. Visitors can enjoy this opportunity to view St. George Island, the Gulf of Mexico and the Apalachicola bay under the evening sky. The Sunset and Full Moon Climb will begin…
Halloween Slime Lab
Halloween Slime Lab
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) is excited to host a fun and creative program, “Halloween Slime Lab”. This program will take place on Thursday, October 17 at 3:30 PM ET at the Eastpoint Branch Library, located at 160 Hickory Dip Road, Eastpoint FL. Children are invited to join in this spooky…
3 events,
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
3 events,
Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Join us on our haunted pub crawl in downtown Apalachicola. Your ghostly guide(s) will tell you local ghost stories and haunted history while making stops at local bars and pubs along the way. Those who attend this tour will get a FREE "Boos and Booze" Haunted Pub Crawl koozie at the start of the tour…
5 events,
Canceled Halloween Skeleton Bath Candle Craft
Canceled Halloween Skeleton Bath Candle Craft
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) is excited to announce a creative Halloween-themed craft event, “Halloween Skeleton Bath Candle Craft.” This hands-on crafting program will take place on Monday, October 21, at 2:30 PM ET at both the Carrabelle Branch Library, located at 311 St. James Ave (Hwy 98), and the Eastpoint…
Canceled Halloween Skeleton Bath Candle Craft
Canceled Halloween Skeleton Bath Candle Craft
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) is excited to announce a creative Halloween-themed craft event, “Halloween Skeleton Bath Candle Craft.” This hands-on crafting program will take place on Monday, October 21, at 2:30 PM ET at both the Carrabelle Branch Library, located at 311 St. James Ave (Hwy 98), and the Eastpoint…
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
3 events,
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
4 events,
Halloween Slime Lab
Halloween Slime Lab
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) is excited to host a fun and creative program, “Halloween Slime Lab”. This program will take place on Thursday, October 24 at 4:30 PM ET at the Carrabelle Branch Library, located at 311 St. James Ave (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, FL. Children are invited to join in…
Scary Classic Movie Night
Scary Classic Movie Night
Join us at the Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library, 80 12th Street, for a screening of HOUSE ON HAUNTED HILL (1959), starring the Prince of Horror, Vincent Price. Free fun, film commentary, and theme snacks. We provide the popcorn!
6 events,
Play for The Bay Benefit Golf Tournament
FSU Coastal & Marine Lab presents a tournament to help raise additional funds to expand their mission of preserving the bays and estuaries along Florida’s Forgotten Coast. For details call 864-483-6862.
SGI Lighthouse Trick -or-Treat SPOOKTACULAR
SGI Lighthouse Trick -or-Treat SPOOKTACULAR
The St. George Lighthouse Association will be hosting its 5th Annual SGI Lighthouse Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular on Friday, October 25th from 6:30-8:30pm in SGI Lighthouse Park. This free, family-friendly event will feature multiple candy stations along the sidewalk and spooky decorations lighting up the park. Guests, young or old, are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes…
Play for the Bay
Play for the Bay
This golf event is being hosted by the FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory in effort to raise funds for FSU Graduate Student Research. Their research works to preserve the bays and estuaries along Florida's Forgotten Coast.
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
4 events,
Apalachicola Farmers Market
Apalachicola Farmers Market
Located at the beautiful Millpond Pavilion at the end of Market Street, the Apalachicola Farmers Market offers local seafood, produce, honey, homemade breads, pies, and other regional specialties every 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9 AM until 1 PM in Apalachicola. Can't wait till the weekend? The Apalachicola Growers Market is back this month, featuring…
Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Join us on our haunted pub crawl in downtown Apalachicola. Your ghostly guide(s) will tell you local ghost stories and haunted history while making stops at local bars and pubs along the way. Those who attend this tour will get a FREE "Boos and Booze" Haunted Pub Crawl koozie at the start of the tour…
3 events,
Traditional Filipino Star Lantern-Making Workshop
Traditional Filipino Star Lantern-Making Workshop
The Crooked River Lighthouse in partnership with the Big Bend Filipino-American Association will be offering their very popular lantern-making workshop on Sunday, October 27 from 3:00-6:00 pm at C-Quarters Marina, 501 St. James Avenue (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, FL. Participants will learn to make a traditional Filipino Parol, a 3D star lantern. This wonderful workshop is…
2 events,
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
4 events,
Carrabelle History Museum Expands Military Tribute Exhibit
The Carrabelle History Museum is proud to announce the expansion of its Military Veteran Tribute Exhibit, which honors several local men who served in the armed forces from WWI to Vietnam. This deeply meaningful exhibit has resonated deeply with the community and the families of these veterans and will soon include a new honoree. The…
Halloween Treat & Dancing Witches
Halloween Treat & Dancing Witches
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite residents and visitors to enjoy a delightful Halloween treat with a special performance by the Forgotten Coast Dancing Witches. This friendly and fun-loving group of local ladies loves to dress up, dance, and raise money for local animal shelters. The entertaining show will take place…
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
4 events,
Florida Seafood Festival
The Florida Seafood Festival is a two day event annually drawing tens of thousands of visitors to the historic town of Apalachicola in scenic Franklin County. The Festival is held at the mouth of the Apalachicola river under the shady oaks of Apalachicola’s Battery Park. The festival features delicious seafood, arts and crafts exhibits, seafood…
Apalach Ghost Tour
Apalach Ghost Tour
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let's try to say…
Special Exhibit: “Shells and Shards”
Night of the Living Dead
Carrabelle Museum Day
Special Exhibit: “Shells and Shards”
Canceled Halloween Skeleton Bath Candle Craft
Canceled Halloween Skeleton Bath Candle Craft
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