Apalach Ghost Tour
2025-06-06 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-06-11 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-06-13 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-06-18 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-06-20 20:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Apalachicola, Florida, Apalachicola, 32320
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 “hello” to the ghosts of Apalachicola. The tour will begin in front of the Chamber of Commerce located at 17 Avenue E next to the Dixie Theatre. This tour ranges in length from an hour and a half to an hour and 45 minutes. Tickets at: ApalachGhostTour.com

Country Farmer’s Market in Carrabelle
2025-06-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Crooked River Lighthouse, 1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The Crooked River Lighthouse will host their Country Farmers Market on Saturday, June 7, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm ET at the foot of Carrabelle’s historic lighthouse, followed by a Smartphone Photography Class at 1:00 pm. This outdoor market is the perfect opportunity to shop small and shop local for a variety of unique goods while supporting area vendors, artists, bakers, artisans and crafters. The lighthouse is located at 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL.
The Country Market features an ever changing variety of locally sourced and handcrafted items. Shoppers may find organic farm-fresh produce, artisan breads, delicious cinnamon rolls, grass-fed beef, handmade totes, assorted jellies, stunning art and decor, fresh eggs, batch-roasted coffee, locally handcrafted jewelry, balms and sprays, unique t-shirts, hot sauces, salsa, plants and more.
Immediately following the Market, a Smartphone Photography Class will be offered by Dave Stahler, a regular vendor at the Country Market. Dave has been a commercial and industrial photographer for over 40 years. He will share tips and tricks to get the best photos on a smartphone and will cover composition and outdoor landscape lighting, the two main ingredients of good photography with any camera.
Classes begin June 7 and will be held at Carrabelle’s lighthouse on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 1:00 pm, right after the Market. Each class will last about 90 minutes. Cost is $25 per person and includes time in the classroom as well as on location. Attendees will pay at the door. Participants can sign up at www.DavidStahler.com or by emailing David.Stahler@icloud.com.
While at the lighthouse, guests are invited to explore the free Keeper’s House Museum and Gift Shop, open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm ET. The museum features fascinating maritime history, including the lighthouse’s original historic Fresnel lens. The Gift Shop offers handcrafted items, jewelry, nautical and coastal art, souvenirs and keepsakes. For a small fee, visitors can also climb to the top of the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast for a breathtaking panoramic view of St. George Sound.
The Country Farmer’s Markets are held every 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday at the foot of Carrabelle’s lighthouse and are actively recruiting new and returning vendors. Vendors may sign up at any time. The cost to be a vendor is $10 a market. For more information, contact 850-697-2732

Ilse Newell Concert Series: Kylie Ho & Ben Chen
2025-06-07 18:00 | Apalachicola Trinity Episcopal Church, 79 6th Street, Apalachicola, FL, 32320, United States
June 7, 2025 • 6 PMTrinity Episcopal Church79 6th Street, Apalachicola
Tickets: Pre-concert tickets are available through Eventbrite for $20 each. $25 at the door.
Students are admitted free.Open Seating. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Apalach Ghost Tour
2025-06-09 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-06-16 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-06-23 20:00 - 21:30 | Apalachicola, Florida, Apalachicola, 32320
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 town. Get hands-on experience with EMF detectors and other ghost-hunting tools at mysterious hotspots along the tour—who knows what (or who) you might find? Bring your curiosity, and positive energy as we attempt to make contact with the beyond. Let’s see if the ghosts of Apalachicola are ready to say “hello”…
👻 Tour starts in front of the Chamber of Commerce at 17 Avenue E, next to the Dixie Theatre
⏰ Tour duration: Hour and a half to an hour and 45 minutes
🎟️ Tickets & details at: ApalachGhostTour.com

Turtle Talk
2025-06-10 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-17 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve Nature Center, 108 Island Drive, Eastpoint, FL, 32328, United States
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 and welcoming for nesting turtles.
After the talk, stick around to chat with Reserve staff and members of the St. George Island Volunteer Turtle Patrol—your go-to experts for all things turtle! This free, family friendly event is a great way to beat the heat and connect with the coast.
*This event is expected to reach capacity, we recommend arriving early.

Moonlit Evening at Crooked River Lighthouse – Strawberry Moon
2025-06-10 18:00 - 22:00 | Crooked River Lighthouse, 1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The Crooked River Lighthouse will host a relaxed and enjoyable evening on Tuesday, June 10 from 6:00 to 10:00 pm ET in Carrabelle, FL under the glow of the setting sun and rising Strawberry Moon. Festivities include a networking social with the Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce, plus after-hour museum tours, and evening tower climbs.
The evening kicks off with a Member Social Mixer co-hosted by the Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce and the Carrabelle Lighthouse Association from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at the Pirate Ship. In celebration of the Strawberry Moon, guests can enjoy strawberries and cream and light refreshments while connecting with fellow members, local leaders, and community supporters. It’s a valuable chance to network and build relationships that support the community, local businesses, and organizations. Please RSVP for the Social to the Carrabelle Chamber by June 6 at 850-697-2585 or chamber@nettally.com.
At the mixer, Nicole Lamar, Senior Business Relations Representative from Florida’s Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), will highlight services available locally. VR provides services to both local businesses and to individuals with disabilities by helping them find and maintain employment, while offering businesses access to a skilled workforce, training support, and recruitment assistance.
From 7:00 – 10:00 pm, visitors can experience an after-hours tour of the Keeper’s House Museum and see the exhibit of the lighthouse’s original, historic Fresnel lens constructed in 1894 in Paris, France at this Moonlit Evening event. Guests can browse the unique nautical gifts and souvenirs in the gift shop.
Those who wish to climb the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast can take part in evening tower climbs. From the top, climbers will be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach under the colors of the sunset and rising moon. Evening climbs are $10 and scheduled at 15-minute intervals throughout the event. Due to limited space, reservations are strongly encouraged. Climbers must be at least 44 inches tall. Children under 12 climb free with ticketed adults. Tickets are available in the gift shop or online.

Apalachicola Downtown Market
2025-06-11 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-18 09:00 - 13:00
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 life. We encourage and welcome everyone to come support us every Wednesday 9am-1pm at 56 Commerce Street in Apalachicola, FL (Located in Bee Inspired Too’s front yard). New food vendors are always welcome, especially as we are nearing the Holidays. Vendors must follow The Florida Cottage Industry rules.

The June Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse
2025-06-11 20:30 - 23:30 | Saint George Island Lighthouse, 2-B East Gulf Beach Drive, Saint George Island, 32328
The June Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy the view of St. George Island, the Gulf of Mexico and the Apalachicola Bay under the evening sky from the top of the lighthouse.
The Sunset and Full Moon Climb will begin at 8:30 p.m. and run until 11:30 p.m. Fifteen-minute time slots will be allotted for each group on a first-come, first-served basis. No advanced reservations will be taken. You will purchase your tickets in the gift shop and then sign up for your 15-minute time slot with the lighthouse keeper. Up to 12 people are allowed in each 15-minute time slot. The gift shop will open at 8:00 p.m. to begin selling tickets.
Cost is $10.00 per climber for the general public and $7.00 for members of the St. George Lighthouse Association. Cash or credit card payments accepted. All climbers must be at least 40 inches tall to climb the tower and children must be age 13 and over to access the outside catwalk. For more information, please contact the Lighthouse Gift Shop at 850-927-7745.
The sun will set at 8:40 p.m. and the “Strawberry” moon will rise at 9:28 p.m. on June 11th. The June full moon is called the “Strawberry” moon because strawberry picking season reaches its peak around this time. Full Moon names are attributable to native American tribes, most notably the Algonquin, who named the moons to mark the changing seasons.
The Cape St. George Light is located in St. George Lighthouse Park at the center of St. George Island, where Island Drive (the road off the bridge) ends at Gulf Beach Drive. Parking is available in lots at either side of the park.

22nd Annual Kingfish Shootout
2025-06-14 07:00 - 18:00 | C-Quarters Marina, Carrabelle, 501 St. James Ave (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
We are happy to announce the 22nd Annual Kingfish Shootout at C-Quarters Marina on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The Captain’s Meeting will take place on Friday, June 13th at 6:30pm. There will be three categories, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, and Red Snapper.
The guaranteed payout will be $24,000! You can win $5,000 for the biggest Kingfish, $2,000 for the biggest Spanish Mackerel, and $5,000 for the biggest Red Snapper. Teams can enter one fish in EACH category. Team registration fee is $250 per boat. After June 2nd, the entry fee will be $300 per boat. Any donation of $1,250 or more will receive a free boat entry.
We will also offer Calcutta division, Target weight, Youth Angler (16 & under), and Lady Angler, with more details at the captains meeting. Youth and Lady Angler must catch their fish unassisted and be entered as youth/lady angler on the team registration.
With continuing thoughts of Lisa Crowder Jackson and Mr. Jimmie Crowder, we are excited about the potential positive impact this event is going to have not only for the Leukemia Research Foundation, but the City of Carrabelle and Franklin County as a whole.
Thank you to all our previous sponsors and anglers, with your help we have donated over $1.5 million dollars to the Leukemia Research Foundation. We hope to see you with the catch of a lifetime, winning $5,000 for 1st place Kingfish, $2,000 for 1st place Spanish Mackerel, and $5,000 for 1st place Red Snapper.

Blue Parrot's Annual Mullet Toss
2025-06-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Blue Parrot Oceanfront Cafe, 68 West Gorrie Drive, St. George Island, FL, United States
The Mullet Toss is sponsored by The Blue Parrot for the benefit of the Apalachicola Bay Charter School. For a $30.00 entry fee, you get a unique Mullet Toss T-Shirt and 2 mullet to throw. Visitors and Locals compete for prizes and bragging rights.
There are prizes for the longest throws in the men’s, women’s, and kids’ divisions. Located on the Blue Parrot Beach, 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM.

“Color Our World” Summer Reading Program
2025-06-16 11:00, 2025-06-18 10:30, 2025-06-20 10:30, 2025-06-20 14:30 | Eastpoint Public Library, 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, 32328, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program will burst onto the scene on Monday, June 16 and continue through Thursday, July 24 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries.The program, sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, will feature fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. Library programs are free and open to the public – no library card required.
This year’s theme, “Color Our World”, focuses on art and creativity at the library. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that add a little more color to the world.
The first week of the Summer Reading Program will be held June 16-20 at the Franklin County Public Libraries. Visitors are invited to festive Kick-off Parties on Monday, June 16 at 11:00 AM ET at both library branches, where they can explore the exciting lineup of upcoming events and participate in chalk art, creative games, and snacks.
Week One (June 16th-20th)

June 16 – Kickoff Parties w/ chalk art & games @11:00 am at both branches
June 18 – Toddler Time: Color Sorting @ 10:30 am ET at both branches
June 20 – Teen Button Making @ 10:30 am at Eastpoint and 2:30 pm at Carrabelle

Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

Teen Craft: Button Making
2025-06-20 10:30, 2025-06-20 14:30 | Eastpoint Public Library, 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, 32328, United States
At the 2025 Summer Reading Program, teens take time for art on Friday, June 20 with a teen craft workshop – Button Making – at 10:30 AM at the Eastpoint Branch and 2:30 PM at the Carrabelle Branch. At this craft program, teens will explore their creativity as they design and create unique buttons at a fun button-making session. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, the Summer Reading Program features imaginative activities for all ages. All library programs are free with all materials provided and open to the public with no library card required.
This year’s Summer Reading Program theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world.
Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

Apalachicola Downtown Walkabout
2025-06-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Apalachicola
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.

Country Farmer’s Market in Carrabelle
2025-06-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Crooked River Lighthouse, 1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The Crooked River Lighthouse will host their Country Farmers Market on Saturday, June 21, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm ET at the foot of Carrabelle’s historic lighthouse, followed by a Smartphone Photography Class at 1:00 pm. This outdoor market is the perfect opportunity to shop small and shop local for a variety of unique goods while supporting area vendors, artists, bakers, artisans and crafters. The lighthouse is located at 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL.
The Country Market features an ever changing variety of locally sourced and handcrafted items. Shoppers may find organic farm-fresh produce, artisan breads, delicious cinnamon rolls, grass-fed beef, handmade totes, assorted jellies, stunning art and decor, fresh eggs, batch-roasted coffee, locally handcrafted jewelry, balms and sprays, unique t-shirts, hot sauces, salsa, plants and more.
Immediately following the Market, a Smartphone Photography Class will be offered by Dave Stahler, a regular vendor at the Country Market. Dave has been a commercial and industrial photographer for over 40 years. He will share tips and tricks to get the best photos on a smartphone and will cover composition and outdoor landscape lighting, the two main ingredients of good photography with any camera.
Classes begin June 7 and will be held at Carrabelle’s lighthouse on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 1:00 pm, right after the Market. Each class will last about 90 minutes. Cost is $25 per person and includes time in the classroom as well as on location. Attendees will pay at the door. Participants can sign up at www.DavidStahler.com or by emailing David.Stahler@icloud.com.
While at the lighthouse, guests are invited to explore the free Keeper’s House Museum and Gift Shop, open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm ET. The museum features fascinating maritime history, including the lighthouse’s original historic Fresnel lens. The Gift Shop offers handcrafted items, jewelry, nautical and coastal art, souvenirs and keepsakes. For a small fee, visitors can also climb to the top of the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast for a breathtaking panoramic view of St. George Sound.
The Country Farmer’s Markets are held every 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday at the foot of Carrabelle’s lighthouse and are actively recruiting new and returning vendors. Vendors may sign up at any time. The cost to be a vendor is $10 a market. For more information, contact 850-697-2732

FCPL’s Summer Reading Program Presents Animal Camouflage
2025-06-23 11:00 | Eastpoint Public Library, 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, 32328, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program continues with some of nature’s artists on Monday, June 23 with Animal Camouflage at 11:00 AM at the Eastpoint Branch Library. In this program, participants will learn about camouflaged animals through fun activities and explore why animals have different colors, such as for communication, mating, and protection. Attendees will also observe live animals showcasing these techniques, offering a hands-on experience in understanding nature’s wonders. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, the Summer Reading Program features imaginative activities for all ages. All library programs are free with all materials provided and open to the public with no library card required.
This year’s Summer Reading Program theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world.
Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

Art Workshop: Gelli Printing
2025-06-23 13:00 | Carrabelle Library, 311 St. James Avenue SE (US Hwy 98), Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program explores creativity on Monday, June 23 with an art workshop on Gelli Printing at 1:00 PM at the Carrabelle Branch Library. At this creative workshop, guests can learn how to make vibrant, layered prints using gel plates, paint, and stencils. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, the Summer Reading Program features imaginative activities for all ages. All library programs are free with all materials provided and open to the public with no library card required.
This year’s Summer Reading Program theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world.
Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

Adult Crafternoon: Community Puzzle Mural
2025-06-24 14:30 | Eastpoint Public Library, 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, 32328, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program continues on Tuesday, June 24 with Adult Crafternoon: Community Puzzle Mural at 2:30 PM at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. During this creative session, adults will work together to design a Community Puzzle Mural—an enjoyable way to relax and connect with others. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for a fun, low-pressure activity, this event offers a welcoming and stress-free environment. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, the Summer Reading Program features imaginative activities for all ages. All library programs are free and open to the public, and all supplies are provided—no library card needed.
This year’s Summer Reading Program theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world.
Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.
