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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…
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Join the Eastpoint Branch Library on Tuesday, June 28th at 2:00 PM for an ocean inspired craft event! At this fun event, participants will make their very own Paper Chain Jellyfish! Supplies will be provided. This program is free and open to the public and is most appropriate for ages 6-10 years old. (Participants do… 
Visit the Reserve this summer to learn all about our nesting sea turtles. After a presentation on sea turtle biology, our conservation and monitoring program, and ways local residents and visitors can make the beaches welcoming to nesting turtles, Reserve staff and members of the St. George Island Volunteer Turtle Patrol will be on hand… |
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The Franklin County Public Library Carrabelle Branch will be hosting a Mug Marbling Program on Thursday, June 30th at 2:00 pm. At this fun craft program, participants will dye and decorate their ceramic coffee mugs, using a marbling technique. (Because of the finish process required, the mugs will need to be picked up a following… |
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Join in on the second annual “Unofficial” cart/bike/scooter parade. Line up begins at 5 pm. Decorate your “vehicle” and celebrate! Stick around for fireworks along the riverfront at dark-thirty, provided by the City of Carrabelle. |
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Recognized as one of the Top 12 Fireworks Events in Florida, Apalachicola Main Street’s Independence Eve Fireworks Celebration brings you live music, food trucks, a veterans’ tribute, and a stirring performance of our National Anthem. Just after dark, we light up the night sky with the area’s most spectacular fireworks show reflected in the waters…
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The 18th annual Red, White, and Blue parade sponsored by Franklin’s Promise Coalition and the Conservation Corps of the Forgotten Coast begins at 6:30 pm at Lafayette Park. Streamers, decorations, and placards for participants to display the name of a veteran they would like to honor are provided. The parade ends at Riverfront Park, just… |
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Thousands of people attend Apalachicola Main Street's Independence Eve Fireworks Celebration at Riverfront Park on July 3rd. The next morning (July 4th), our mission is to leave the park cleaner than we found it before the event. The cleanup extends to nearby downtown streets and sidewalks to prevent litter from ending up in the river…
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Cool off in the St. George Island Business Association’s Wet and Wild Golf Cart Parade. Enter your boat, golf cart, or bicycle, and be prepared to get wet! Line up begins at 10:30 am. End the day with a stunning firework display on the beach in front of the Blue Parrot. |
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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…
Visit the Reserve this summer to learn all about our nesting sea turtles. After a presentation on sea turtle biology, our conservation and monitoring program, and ways local residents and visitors can make the beaches welcoming to nesting turtles, Reserve staff and members of the St. George Island Volunteer Turtle Patrol will be on hand… |
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Come and take the national bike safety course! This AAA Bike Rodeo will teach kids 3 years and up (and adults) biking safety in an experience-based format. Some bikes will be provided, but take this opportunity to bring your own bike and helmet and get expert help making all those adjustments for your best fit.…
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Come and take the national bike safety course! This AAA Bike Rodeo will teach kids 3 years and up (and adults) biking safety in an experience-based format. Some bikes will be provided, but take this opportunity to bring your own bike and helmet and get expert help making all those adjustments for your best fit.… |
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Join the Eastpoint Branch Library on Thursday, July 7th at 2:00 PM for an ocean inspired craft event! At this fun event, participants will design and create their own ocean inspired candle! Supplies will be provided but seating is limited, so please stop by or call (850) 670-8151 to reserve your spot today. This program… |
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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. 
Looking for summer fun for the whole family? Check out our Evening at the Edge of the Sea Workshops! Each workshop at the FSU Marine Lab east of Carrabelle includes a walk along the tidal flats with marine lab staff to learn about the fascinating marine creatures. $15 per workshop. Also, starting July 1st, the… |
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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… 
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Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit on the Campaign in North Africa called Operation Torch. This exhibit will be on display at the museum from Tuesday, July 12 until Saturday, September 3. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. There is no…
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Join the Eastpoint Branch Library on Tuesday, July 12th at 2:00 PM for the Crafty Kidz Club and make an ocean inspired craft! At this fun event, participants will make their very own jellyfish wind chime! Supplies will be provided. This program is free and open to the public and is most appropriate for ages…
Visit the Reserve this summer to learn all about our nesting sea turtles. After a presentation on sea turtle biology, our conservation and monitoring program, and ways local residents and visitors can make the beaches welcoming to nesting turtles, Reserve staff and members of the St. George Island Volunteer Turtle Patrol will be on hand… |
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Visitors can enjoy this opportunity to see the gorgeous natural surroundings of the St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach under the glow of the rising full moon at the Crooked River Lighthouse in Carrabelle, Florida. Guests can also visit the free Keeper’s House Museum and browse inside the Lighthouse Gift Shop for unique nautical gifts…
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Join the Carrabelle Branch Library and Gulf Specimen Marine Lab on Wednesday, July 13 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Stop by and say hi to all the amazing sea creatures. There will be people here from Gulf Specimen Marine Lab who can answer all your questions you might have about the creatures who we…
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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 Wednesday, July 13, 2022. 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 the Eastpoint Branch Library on Thursday, July 14th at 2:00 pm for Turtle Tales. Come and join in the conversation and learn about our beautiful and fascinating sea turtles and go on a virtual turtle patrol. This program is free and available for all ages. Open to the public - no library card is…
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Join the Carrabelle Branch Library on July 14th at 2:00 pm. In this program, you will be making a bag using your old T-shirt. If you have an old worn-out shirt that you can’t seem to part with, bring it to this program and turn it into your very own handcrafted bag. This is a… |
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Last year, over 200 kids fished the tournament with some traveling as far away as Louisiana. This year we expect even more to join the fun and fishing activities. Friday evening, prior to Saturday's fishing day, all entries in the tournament must attend a Fishing Clinic taught by the Dock Master of C-Quarters Marina, Millard… 
This market at the Crooked River Lighthouse in Carrabelle features vendors from the community with perfect gifts and goodies. There is freshly roasted coffee, delicious baked goods including cinnamon rolls and artisan bread, gorgeous art and photography, handcrafted balms and soaps, fresh herbs, vegetable seeds, handmade goods, and craft items, produce, and exotic starter plants.…
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Please join the Apalachicola Area Historical Society & the John Gorrie Museum State Park in a Tribute to Vivian Sherlock in honor of the republication of “The Fever Man” A Biography of Dr. John Gorrie. Presenters: James Hargrove and Caty Greene Vivian Sherlock wrote “The Fever Man”, which is considered to be the definitive biography of Dr.… |
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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…
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Join the Carrabelle Branch Library on Tuesday, July 19th at 10:00 am for a Hermit Crab Hangout with the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve. Come out of your shell, and join this fun-filled event featuring hermit crabs. There will be a story, activities and live specimens to observe. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED due to limited materials.…
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Join the Eastpoint Branch Library on Tuesday, July 19th at 2:00 pm for a Hermit Crab Hangout with the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve. Come out of your shell, and join this fun-filled event featuring hermit crabs. There will be a story, activities and live specimens to observe. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED due to limited materials.…
Visit the Reserve this summer to learn all about our nesting sea turtles. After a presentation on sea turtle biology, our conservation and monitoring program, and ways local residents and visitors can make the beaches welcoming to nesting turtles, Reserve staff and members of the St. George Island Volunteer Turtle Patrol will be on hand… |
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Join the Eastpoint Branch Library on Thursday, July 21st at 2:00 PM for an ocean inspired craft event! At this fun event, participants will design and create their own seashell picture frame! Supplies will be provided but seating is limited, so please stop by or call (850) 670-8151 to reserve your spot today. This program… |
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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. 
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is…
Looking for summer fun for the whole family? Check out our Evening at the Edge of the Sea Workshops! Each workshop at the FSU Marine Lab east of Carrabelle includes a walk along the tidal flats with marine lab staff to learn about the fascinating marine creatures. $15 per workshop. Also, starting July 1st, the… |
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5 events,
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…
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is…
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Join the Eastpoint Branch Library on Tuesday, July 26th at 2:00 PM for the Crafty Kidz Club and make an ocean inspired craft! At this fun event, participants will make their very own pipe cleaner sea creature! Supplies will be provided. This program is free and open to the public and is most appropriate for…
Visit the Reserve this summer to learn all about our nesting sea turtles. After a presentation on sea turtle biology, our conservation and monitoring program, and ways local residents and visitors can make the beaches welcoming to nesting turtles, Reserve staff and members of the St. George Island Volunteer Turtle Patrol will be on hand… |
3 events,
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is…
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Join the Eastpoint Branch Library and Gulf Specimen Marine Lab on July 27th from 11:00 - 2:00 pm. Stop by and say hi to all the amazing sea creatures. There will be people here from Gulf Specimen Marine Lab who can answer all your questions you might have about the creatures who we share the… |
3 events,
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is…
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Join the Carrabelle Branch Library on July 28th at 2:00 pm. In this program, you will be making a refreshing body scrub you can take home and pamper yourself in. Join this fun, family-friendly activity! This program is free and recommended for ages eight and up. An adult must accompany the children. REGISTRATION is required;… |
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The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is… |
2 events,
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is… |
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4 events,
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…
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is…
Visit the Reserve this summer to learn all about our nesting sea turtles. After a presentation on sea turtle biology, our conservation and monitoring program, and ways local residents and visitors can make the beaches welcoming to nesting turtles, Reserve staff and members of the St. George Island Volunteer Turtle Patrol will be on hand… |
2 events,
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is… |
2 events,
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is… |
2 events,
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is… |
3 events,
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is presenting a new art exhibition through Saturday, August 13, featuring talented artist, Josefa Benavides in the historic and unique art venue, Rio Carrabelle in downtown Carrabelle, Florida. Josefa received her fine arts degree from the Superior School of Fine Arts of Seville, Spain. The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is…
Looking for summer fun for the whole family? Check out our Evening at the Edge of the Sea Workshops! Each workshop at the FSU Marine Lab east of Carrabelle includes a walk along the tidal flats with marine lab staff to learn about the fascinating marine creatures. $15 per workshop. Also, starting July 1st, the… |
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