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November 2018
Reserve Wednesdays
The Reserve Wednesday lecture series at the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve Nature Center presents a new subject each month, though all the talks share a common goal – increasing understanding and awareness of the diversity of life in the Apalachicola Watershed and promoting better stewardship of the land.
Find out more »Bowery Station – Open Mic
This weekly event has been a mainstay in local entertainment for years, and has fostered the development of numerous performers as they gain their confidence and stage presence. All levels of talent are welcomed and appreciated.
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Apalachicola Downtown Christmas Celebration
The Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce Presents the Apalachicola Christmas Celebration. The historic town of Apalachicola lights up the Day after Thanksgiving from 4- 8pm. The streets will be lined with luminaries and filled with holiday spirit. Merchants will be open late and the sounds of carolers will echo through the streets filling the evening with the Holiday spirit. Santa will arrive Via shrimp boat at 4:00 p.m. at Riverfront park on Water Street. He will be at the park…
Find out more »Full Moon Climb
The November Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island will be held on Friday, November 23, 2018. The Sunset/Full Moon Climb will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and will include light hors d'oeuvres. Because space is limited, reservations are recommended. The sun will set at 5:41 p.m. and the “Beaver” moon will rise at 6:26 p.m. on November 23. The November full moon is called the Beaver moon because at this…
Find out more »Apalachicola Riverkeeper’s Field Trips
Explore your river and basin with us! Our volunteer-led eco-outings are fun and memorable. We hike and kayak in the spring and fall. We kayak year round. Group size is limited and registration is required. Trips are donation based. Paddle trips and hikes are free to members. Donations are always appreciated, as this is a volunteer-based program. Our skilled trip leaders truly enjoy introducing people to the river system. Loaner kayaks are also available. Paddlers and hikers need to bring:…
Find out more »Shop Small Saturday
Small Business Saturday is an American shopping holiday held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving during one of the busiest shopping periods of the year. First observed in Roslindale Village, Massachusetts on November 27, 2010, it is a counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, which feature big box retail and e-commerce stores respectively. By contrast, Small Business Saturday encourages holiday shoppers to patronize brick and mortar businesses that are small and local. Small Business Saturday is a registered trademark of…
Find out more »Apalachicola Farmers Market
Local seafood, produce, honey, homemade breads, pies, and other regional specialties offered every 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9 AM until 1 PM.
Find out more »Bowery Station – Open Mic
This weekly event has been a mainstay in local entertainment for years, and has fostered the development of numerous performers as they gain their confidence and stage presence. All levels of talent are welcomed and appreciated.
Find out more »Secrets & Sweet Tea
Secrets & Sweet Tea is a southern comedy that takes place at the wake of Samuel Strainwhistle, a local Apalachicola millionaire. Various residents come to pay their respects, each hoping that Samuel has left a little something in his will for them. As the show progresses everyone learns the true secrets of these Apalachicola mourners. Three performances choose one or attend all three: Friday, October 19th at 7:30 pm; Saturday, October 20th at 7:30 pm; and matinee on Sunday, October 21st…
Find out more »December 2018
Jingle Jog Carrabelle 5k Run/Walk
Get in the holiday spirit as you jingle all the way in the Jingle Jog 5K! 8:00am 5k Run/Walk start 8:30am Breakfast start The Jingle Jog starts and ends at Franklin County Senior Center. All participants will get a yummy PANCAKE BREAKFAST after the race! Entry fee $20 if received by one week early/ $25 after and race day and includes a short sleeve shirt and breakfast. T-shirts are guaranteed to pre-registered participants only. Some shirts will be available on…
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