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The Carrabelle History Museum is excited to announce the extension of its nostalgic exhibit, “Vintage Office – Relics from City Hall’s Past,” now on display through Sunday, June 29. The exhibit offers visitors a glimpse into the workings of Carrabelle’s city government in decades past. Step into the office of yesteryear and explore a collection…
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Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit Commemorating D-Day. This exhibit opens Tuesday, June 3 and will be on display until Saturday, July 12. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. Admission is free, though donations are welcome. Camp Gordon Johnston was established in… |
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At the 2025 Summer Reading Program, teens take time for art on Monday, June 30 with a teen art workshop - Graffiti Name Fence - at 2:30 PM at the Carrabelle and Eastpoint Branch Libraries. At this creative workshop, teens will design their own graffiti name fence using craft sticks. Sponsored by the Friends of… Dare to Discover the Haunted Secrets of Apalachicola! Step into the shadows of historic downtown Apalachicola for a spine-tingling night of local ghost stories, chilling legends, and real paranormal encounters. Armed with ghost-hunting gear, you’ll join our haunted adventure to uncover the spirits that may still linger in the dark corners of this charming coastal… |
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Join us for the annual Eastpoint Freedom Festival along Highway 98. At dark thirty, there will be a fireworks display over the bay. The 2025 Summer Reading Program explores creativity on Tuesday, July 1 with an art workshop on Medallion Pottery at 1:00 PM at the Carrabelle Branch Library. At this creative workshop, guests will use clay and simple tools to shape and decorate a unique medallion to take home. This program is open to all ages. Sponsored… Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe… |
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Apalachicola Downtown Market’s intention is to add value to our community and support local artisans. We offer consumers the opportunity to purchase farm-fresh, locally grown food and homemade baked goods. The farmers market is a community hub-a place to meet up with your friends, bring your children, pets or just get a taste of small-town… The 2025 Summer Reading Program colors the summer with fun on Wednesday, July 2 with Baby & Toddler Time: Color Mixing at 10:30 AM at the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branches. During this program, toddlers will delve into primary colors and experiment with mixing them to observe the creation of new colors. Sponsored by the Friends… 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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Beginning at noon on July 3rd at Riverfront Park, and there will be concerts and events during the day with some great local food options available at the park. The fun-filled day will end with an outstanding firework display over the river. |
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Everyone is welcome to join the annual July 4th celebration. Stick around all day and enjoy festivities and fireworks on the beach behind the Blue Parrot Oceanfront Cafe at about dark thirty. Join us for an unforgettable 4th of July at the Lanark Yacht Club as we light up the sky for the very first Fireworks by the Bay celebration! Enjoy a festive evening of fireworks, fun, and community spirit right on the beautiful waterfront of Lanark Beach.
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🎆 Red, White & Local: Downtown Carrabelle First Friday Event 🎆 📅 Date: Friday, July 4th ⏰ Time: 5 PM – 8 PM Kick off your Independence Day weekend with a festive evening in the heart of Carrabelle! The Downtown Carrabelle First Friday Event is lighting up the night with patriotic pride, live music, shopping,…
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Bloom & Stroll: Downtown Carrabelle First Friday Event ⏰ Time: 5 PM – 8 PM Celebrate the magic of spring in full bloom at the Downtown Carrabelle First Friday Event! Join us for an evening filled with fresh air, friendly faces, and fabulous finds as the downtown business community opens its doors for a lively… 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 will host its annual fireworks extravaganza on Saturday, July 5, along the Carrabelle Waterfront at dark-thirty. The Crooked River Lighthouse will host their Country Farmers Market on Saturday, July 5, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm ET at the foot of Carrabelle's historic lighthouse, followed by the final Smartphone Photography Class at 1:00 pm. This outdoor market is the perfect opportunity to shop small and shop local for a variety of… |
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Dare to Discover the Haunted Secrets of Apalachicola! Step into the shadows of historic downtown Apalachicola for a spine-tingling night of local ghost stories, chilling legends, and real paranormal encounters. Armed with ghost-hunting gear, you’ll join our haunted adventure to uncover the spirits that may still linger in the dark corners of this charming coastal… |
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Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe… The 2025 Summer Reading Program splashes into creativity on Tuesday, July 8 with Adult Crafternoon: Ink Art & Watercolor at 2:30 PM at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. During this creative session, adults will explore ink art and watercolor —an enjoyable way to relax and connect with others. Whether you're a seasoned crafter… |
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Apalachicola Downtown Market’s intention is to add value to our community and support local artisans. We offer consumers the opportunity to purchase farm-fresh, locally grown food and homemade baked goods. The farmers market is a community hub-a place to meet up with your friends, bring your children, pets or just get a taste of small-town… The 2025 Summer Reading Program along with Second Harvest of the Big Bend presents Eat the Rainbow: Adult Nutrition Class on Wednesday, July 9 at 10:00 AM at the Eastpoint Branch Library and 1:00 PM at Carrabelle. This is a free nutrition class about how to make healthy choices fun, vibrant, and delicious. Adults can… The 2025 Summer Reading Program along with Second Harvest of the Big Bend presents Eat the Rainbow: Adult Nutrition Class on Wednesday, July 9 at 10:00 AM at the Eastpoint Branch Library and 1:00 PM at Carrabelle. This is a free nutrition class about how to make healthy choices fun, vibrant, and delicious. Adults can… 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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The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a special evening event, Coastal Twilight at the Tower, on Wednesday, July 9 from 8:00-10:00 pm ET in Carrabelle, FL. Festivities include live music by Tristan Shiver, plus after-hour museum tours and evening tower climbs. Visitors can enjoy the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle… |
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The 2025 Summer Reading Program crafts some fun on Thursday, July 10 with Kids Craft Workshop making DIY Kaleidoscopes at 11:00 AM at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. This will be a creative program for kids where they can discover how to make their own kaleidoscopes. This program is best suited for those…
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The July Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2025. 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… |
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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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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… |
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At the 2025 Summer Reading Program, teens take time for art on Monday, July 14 with a teen art workshop - Teen Mood Boards - at 2:30 PM at the Carrabelle and Eastpoint Branch Libraries. At this creative workshop, teens will create a mood or vision board. Registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of… Dare to Discover the Haunted Secrets of Apalachicola! Step into the shadows of historic downtown Apalachicola for a spine-tingling night of local ghost stories, chilling legends, and real paranormal encounters. Armed with ghost-hunting gear, you’ll join our haunted adventure to uncover the spirits that may still linger in the dark corners of this charming coastal… |
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Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle will present a special exhibit on the end of World War II. This exhibit opens Tuesday, July 15 and will be on display until Saturday, August 30. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. Admission is free, though donations are welcome. On… Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe… |
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Apalachicola Downtown Market’s intention is to add value to our community and support local artisans. We offer consumers the opportunity to purchase farm-fresh, locally grown food and homemade baked goods. The farmers market is a community hub-a place to meet up with your friends, bring your children, pets or just get a taste of small-town… The 2025 Summer Reading Program colors the summer with fun on Wednesday, July 16 with Baby & Toddler Time: Finger Painting at 10:30 AM at the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branches. During this program, toddlers will explore textures and colors by engaging in finger painting. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, the… 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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The Apalachicola Downtown Walkabout is a large-scale experience featuring local artists, shopping, and exciting in-store events. Admission is free and all are welcome. Participating stores and galleries have extended hours from 5PM-8PM. 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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The Crooked River Lighthouse is celebrating Small Business Saturday and supporting local artisans on November 30 at the Country Farmers Market and Lighthouse Gift Shop at Crooked River Lighthouse, 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL. By shopping local, guests will discover high-quality, one-of-a-kind items while helping to support the community. The holiday shopping season kicks… |
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Dare to Discover the Haunted Secrets of Apalachicola! Step into the shadows of historic downtown Apalachicola for a spine-tingling night of local ghost stories, chilling legends, and real paranormal encounters. Armed with ghost-hunting gear, you’ll join our haunted adventure to uncover the spirits that may still linger in the dark corners of this charming coastal… |
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Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe… The 2025 Summer Reading Program splashes into creativity on Tuesday, July 22 with Adult Crafternoon: Textured Painting at 2:30 PM at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. During this creative session, adults will explore textured painting —an enjoyable way to relax and connect with others. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just looking for… |
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Apalachicola Downtown Market’s intention is to add value to our community and support local artisans. We offer consumers the opportunity to purchase farm-fresh, locally grown food and homemade baked goods. The farmers market is a community hub-a place to meet up with your friends, bring your children, pets or just get a taste of small-town… The 2025 Summer Reading Program explores creativity on Wednesday, July 23 with an art workshop on Torn Paper Art at 1:00 PM at the Carrabelle Branch Library. At this creative workshop, guests will rip, layer, and glue colorful paper to design their own one-of-a-kind masterpiece. This program is open to all ages. Sponsored by the… The 2025 Summer Reading Program colors some fun on Wednesday, July 23 with Kids Art Class at 4:00 pm at the Eastpoint Branch Library. This will be a creative class where kids can join local artist Krystal, with 850 Painted Faces, for a fun and inspiring art session. Class limited to 10 participants. Registration is… 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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The 2025 Summer Reading Program crafts some fun on Thursday, July 24 with Kids Art Workshop making Sand Art at 11:00 AM at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. This will be a creative program for kids where they can create fun masterpieces with sand and vibrant colors. Registration is required. This program is… |
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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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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… |
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Dare to Discover the Haunted Secrets of Apalachicola! Step into the shadows of historic downtown Apalachicola for a spine-tingling night of local ghost stories, chilling legends, and real paranormal encounters. Armed with ghost-hunting gear, you’ll join our haunted adventure to uncover the spirits that may still linger in the dark corners of this charming coastal… |
2 events,
Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe… |
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Apalachicola Downtown Market’s intention is to add value to our community and support local artisans. We offer consumers the opportunity to purchase farm-fresh, locally grown food and homemade baked goods. The farmers market is a community hub-a place to meet up with your friends, bring your children, pets or just get a taste of small-town… 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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The 2025 Summer Reading Program explores creativity on Thursday, July 31 with an art workshop on Acrylic Painting at 10:30 AM at the Carrabelle Branch Library. At this creative workshop, guests will explore acrylic painting. Limited space. Registration is strongly encouraged. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, the Summer Reading Program… |
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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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The Crooked River Lighthouse is celebrating Small Business Saturday and supporting local artisans on November 30 at the Country Farmers Market and Lighthouse Gift Shop at Crooked River Lighthouse, 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL. By shopping local, guests will discover high-quality, one-of-a-kind items while helping to support the community. The holiday shopping season kicks… |
















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