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Yoga Classes: Adult Beginners
Yoga Classes: Adult Beginners
Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library is hosting a 6-week yoga workshop for adult beginners each Monday 6:15-7:15 p.m. Classes will be instructed by Kathy Jansen, a licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with 22 years of experience. Classes are open to the public, and a $10-20 donation is suggested. For more information: kjhealingarts@yahoo.com or…
2 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…
Special Exhibit: Honoring our African American Soldiers
In commemoration of Black History Month, the Camp Gordon Johnston Museum will present a special exhibit to honor our country’s African-American Servicemen. This exhibit will focus on the 473rd, one of the Black Amphibious Truck Companies that served at Camp Gordon Johnston during World War II, as well as go into more depth on the…
4 events,
F/V Drill Conductor Course
F/V Drill Conductor Course
AMSEA is conducting a Fishing Vessel Drill Conductor class in Apalachicola on February 1, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, at Historic Holy Family (Senior) Center, 203 Dr. Fredrick Humphries St. Apalachicola, FL 32320. This class is $95 for commercial fishermen and $225 for all others. Participants may receive up to $95 off the purchase of…
Downtown Apalachicola Market
Downtown Apalachicola Market
The market offers a charming outdoor shopping experience every Wednesday, in downtown Apalachicola for all who appreciate delicious food. You’ll find fresh vegetables and micro greens, farm-fresh eggs, grass-fed beef, artisanal food, homemade kombucha, Bayside Coffee Co., gourmet foods, condiments, and more! Come support local artisans as well as indulge in delicious, homemade foods! Interested…
Yoga Classes: Kids
Yoga Classes: Kids
Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library is hosting a 6-week yoga workshop for kids on Wednesdays 3:10-3:40 p.m. Classes will be instructed by Kathy Jansen, a licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with 22 years of experience. Classes are open to the public, and a $10-20 donation is suggested. For more information: kjhealingarts@yahoo.com or 850-653-6719
2 events,
Winter Music Series – Riely O’Connor & Molly B. Moon, singer songwriters
Winter Music Series – Riely O’Connor & Molly B. Moon, singer songwriters
Local favorites Riley O'Connor & Molly B. Moon kick off our Winter Music Series with a special fundraiser for PALS, the library's friends group. Their fee and all proceeds from CDs sold that evening will go to support the library. They will be debuting two new songs in our 'listening room' setting. Light refreshments will…
4 events,
Crooked River Park Fest & Full Moon Lighthouse Climb
Crooked River Park Fest & Full Moon Lighthouse Climb
The Crooked River Lighthouse in Carrabelle, FL will be hosting the first-ever Crooked River Park Fest on Saturday, February 4 from 9 am-9 pm. This event starts off with an extended Country Farmer’s Market. Then, in the evening, the festivities continue with a special benefit concert Full Moon event with live music, full moon climbs,…
Carrabelle Country Market
Carrabelle Country Market
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.…
Fishing Rubbing Art-Making Workshop
Fishing Rubbing Art-Making Workshop
The Carrabelle Artist Association is hosting their annual Fish Rubbing event on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at the St. James Bay Golf Resort in the Fountain Room. The 2023 Fish Rubbing event provides a fun, hands-on session where participants will make their own piece of unique, nautical art to take home. This event will feature…
2 events,
Leon Anderson Jazz Ensemble, Tribute to John Coltrane & Jazz Ambassadors
Leon Anderson Jazz Ensemble, Tribute to John Coltrane & Jazz Ambassadors
Ilse Newell Fund for the Performing Arts Presents Leon Anderson Jazz Ensemble, Tribute to John Coltrane & Jazz Ambassadors on February 5, 2023, at 4 P.M. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 79 6th Street, Apalachicola. Admission is $20 per person, with open seating. Listen to your favorite jazz from the 1970s to 1990s, featuring the music…
2 events,
Yoga Classes: Adult Beginners
Yoga Classes: Adult Beginners
Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library is hosting a 6-week yoga workshop for adult beginners each Monday 6:15-7:15 p.m. Classes will be instructed by Kathy Jansen, a licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with 22 years of experience. Classes are open to the public, and a $10-20 donation is suggested. For more information: kjhealingarts@yahoo.com or…
2 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…
3 events,
Downtown Apalachicola Market
Downtown Apalachicola Market
The market offers a charming outdoor shopping experience every Wednesday, in downtown Apalachicola for all who appreciate delicious food. You’ll find fresh vegetables and micro greens, farm-fresh eggs, grass-fed beef, artisanal food, homemade kombucha, Bayside Coffee Co., gourmet foods, condiments, and more! Come support local artisans as well as indulge in delicious, homemade foods! Interested…
Yoga Classes: Kids
Yoga Classes: Kids
Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library is hosting a 6-week yoga workshop for kids on Wednesdays 3:10-3:40 p.m. Classes will be instructed by Kathy Jansen, a licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with 22 years of experience. Classes are open to the public, and a $10-20 donation is suggested. For more information: kjhealingarts@yahoo.com or 850-653-6719
4 events,
Country & Vintage Flea Market in Carrabelle
Country & Vintage Flea Market in Carrabelle
The Crooked River Lighthouse is hosting an outdoor Country & Vintage Flea Market. This coastal market will be held Saturday, April 29, from 9:00 am-1:00 pm at 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL, at the foot of Carrabelle’s lighthouse. The Country Markets are held in Crooked River Lighthouse Park every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday. Unique…
FSUCML Lecture Series feat. Dr. Jerry Lorenz – “Florida Bay’s Pink Wading Birds”
FSUCML Lecture Series feat. Dr. Jerry Lorenz – “Florida Bay’s Pink Wading Birds”
Over a thirty-year career, Dr. Lorenz has studied the ecology of Florida Bay focusing on Roseate Spoonbills and, more recently, on American Flamingos. He will present some of his scientific findings regarding both species with a focus on conservation and restoration of the Everglades and Florida Bay. With Flamingos, he presents why the state of…
April Full Moon Climb at Crooked River Lighthouse
April Full Moon Climb at Crooked River Lighthouse
The Crooked River Lighthouse will host a Full Moon Lighthouse Climb on Thursday, April 6, 2023, from 8:00-10:00 pm in Carrabelle, FL. Visitors can enjoy this opportunity to see the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach under the glow of the rising moon. At this month’s Full Moon event, the Crooked…
2 events,
Winter Music Series – Shaken & Stirred with The Ukulilies
Winter Music Series – Shaken & Stirred with The Ukulilies
Two Apalachicola favorites up tonight. Randy & Carol--Shaken and Stirred--will be taking us on a journey of different styles of music on multiple instruments. The Ukuleles will be sharing their unique music and good vibes. Something for everyone in our 'listening room' setting. Light refreshments will be served .
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Where the Tupelo Grows Artist Event
This event is an opportunity to artistically interpret the environment and culture surrounding the region “Where The Tupelo Grows.” In the United States, the most productive area for the Tupelo tree is found in the Apalachicola River Basin in the Florida Panhandle. The nectar made from the Nyssa ogeche Tupelo tree has such a high…
Bernard Simmons and the Apalachicola Blues Authority, An Evening of Delta Blues
Bernard Simmons and the Apalachicola Blues Authority, An Evening of Delta Blues
Ilse Newell Fund for the Performing Arts Presents Bernard Simmons and the Apalachicola Blues Authority, An Evening of Delta Blues on February 11, 2023, at 6 P.M. at Holy Family Senior Center, 220-200 7th Street, Apalachicola. Admission is $20 per person, with open seating. The Ilse Newell Fund is partnering with ECCC to turn the…
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.
Apalachicola Area Historical Society: Spring Speaker Series
Apalachicola Area Historical Society: Spring Speaker Series
The Apalachicola Area Historical Society (AAHS) will be presenting a program on “Schooners: Fast, Practical and Agile” by Duncan Blair as part of their Spring Speaker Series on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 4:00 pm at the Raney Carriage House, 126 Market Street, Apalachicola, FL. Additional Spring Speaker Series events are scheduled for March 18,…
Darryl Tookes, Vocalist for a Valentine Special Performance
Darryl Tookes, Vocalist for a Valentine Special Performance
Darryl Tookes, Vocalist with Jazz Ballads & songs from the American Jazz Songbook for a Valentine's Special On Saturday, February 11, at 7:30 pm, Rio Carrabelle will feature exceptional musician Darryl Tookes. Darryl Tookes is a singer, composer, pianist, poet, arranger, and FAMU Music Industry Studies Director who brings over two decades of experience to…
3 events,
Forgotten Coast Chef Sampler
25th annual Forgotten Coast Chefs Sampler on Sunday, February 12th, 2023, from 6:00-9:00 pm. Tickets are $100.00 per person and go on sale on January 11, 2023. Chefs from all over the Forgotten Coast will prepare their most creative dishes at the historic Fort Coombs Armory located on 4th Street and Avenue D in Apalachicola.…
4 events,
Pen to Paper Writers’ Series Feb 13
Pen to Paper Writers’ Series Feb 13
After a full house for the first session, the Carrabelle Branch of the Franklin County Public Libraries continues its exciting writers’ series entitled, “Pen to Paper” with two fascinating programs in February. The first February program will be held on Monday, February 13, at 2:00 pm and will feature Sidsel 'Sid' McOmie and Michael Llado-Davila.…
Yoga Classes: Adult Beginners
Yoga Classes: Adult Beginners
Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library is hosting a 6-week yoga workshop for adult beginners each Monday 6:15-7:15 p.m. Classes will be instructed by Kathy Jansen, a licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with 22 years of experience. Classes are open to the public, and a $10-20 donation is suggested. For more information: kjhealingarts@yahoo.com or…
3 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…
5 events,
Downtown Apalachicola Market
Downtown Apalachicola Market
The market offers a charming outdoor shopping experience every Wednesday, in downtown Apalachicola for all who appreciate delicious food. You’ll find fresh vegetables and micro greens, farm-fresh eggs, grass-fed beef, artisanal food, homemade kombucha, Bayside Coffee Co., gourmet foods, condiments, and more! Come support local artisans as well as indulge in delicious, homemade foods! Interested…
Reserve Wednsday Talk feat. Rebecca Dolan, PhD
Reserve Wednsday Talk feat. Rebecca Dolan, PhD
Join us at the Apalachicola NERR Nature Center for February's 'Reserve Wednesday' talk at 2 PM on February 15th. Dr. Rebecca Dolan will be discussing the botanical legacy of Alvan Wentworth Chapman. Chapman authored "Flora of the Southern United States" in 1860, the first publication to describe plants of this region of the world.
Yoga Classes: Kids
Yoga Classes: Kids
Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library is hosting a 6-week yoga workshop for kids on Wednesdays 3:10-3:40 p.m. Classes will be instructed by Kathy Jansen, a licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with 22 years of experience. Classes are open to the public, and a $10-20 donation is suggested. For more information: kjhealingarts@yahoo.com or 850-653-6719
5 events,
African-American History Festival
H’COLA’s Annual African-American History Festival will be held February 17 - 19, 2023. This event is a celebration of African-American history, life, music, and culture. This outdoor, family-oriented event is filled with varied artists and entertainers, children’s activities, arts, history, education, health & wellness, and more.
Panhandle Players present Sister Creatures
Panhandle Players present Sister Creatures by John B. Spohrer, Jr., February 17-19, 2023. Sisters Addie and Bella run a successful day spa in Apalachicola. They are equal partners, and all is fine in Paradise. Then Bella acquires a new boyfriend who threatens her relationship with Addie. Then, as often happens in Florida, the air conditioning…
Winter Music Series – Kenny Turner Plays Jazz, R&B, and Gospel
Winter Music Series – Kenny Turner Plays Jazz, R&B, and Gospel
Join us for a great evening of Jazz, R&B, and Gospel played by Kenny Turner in our 'listening room' setting. Light refreshments will be served.
7 events,
Carrabelle Country Market
Carrabelle Country Market
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.…
Carrabelle Culture Crawl
Carrabelle Culture Crawl
Due to inclement weather, this event has been rescheduled to February 18, 2023. The Carrabelle History Museum is hosting the Carrabelle Culture Crawl on Saturday, February 11, 2023, from 10 am to 3 pm. This cultural event is a free celebration of amazing local culture, art, music, history, food, and fun in the heart of…
Soup-er Celebration (Soup, Bread, and Book Sale and Event)
Soup-er Celebration (Soup, Bread, and Book Sale and Event)
The Friends of Franklin County Public Libraries will be hosting a second Souper Celebration: Soup, Bread & Book Sale at the CarrabelleBranch Library, 311 St. James Avenue, on Saturday, February 18, 2023, from 10 am- 2 pm with delicious homemade soups, freshly baked artisan bread, baked goods, vintage books, live music, art and more. The proceeds…
3 events,
Yoga Classes: Adult Beginners
Yoga Classes: Adult Beginners
Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library is hosting a 6-week yoga workshop for adult beginners each Monday 6:15-7:15 p.m. Classes will be instructed by Kathy Jansen, a licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with 22 years of experience. Classes are open to the public, and a $10-20 donation is suggested. For more information: kjhealingarts@yahoo.com or…
3 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…
4 events,
Downtown Apalachicola Market
Downtown Apalachicola Market
The market offers a charming outdoor shopping experience every Wednesday, in downtown Apalachicola for all who appreciate delicious food. You’ll find fresh vegetables and micro greens, farm-fresh eggs, grass-fed beef, artisanal food, homemade kombucha, Bayside Coffee Co., gourmet foods, condiments, and more! Come support local artisans as well as indulge in delicious, homemade foods! Interested…
Yoga Classes: Kids
Yoga Classes: Kids
Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library is hosting a 6-week yoga workshop for kids on Wednesdays 3:10-3:40 p.m. Classes will be instructed by Kathy Jansen, a licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with 22 years of experience. Classes are open to the public, and a $10-20 donation is suggested. For more information: kjhealingarts@yahoo.com or 850-653-6719
3 events,
Winter Music Series – Christopher Seepersaud, Multi-instrumentalist
Winter Music Series – Christopher Seepersaud, Multi-instrumentalist
Chris "Seep" is a unique multi-instrumentalist and music teacher from Tallahassee. Jazz, gospel, rock, reggae, Indian Classical, and blues meet seamlessly, played on instruments ranging from the sitar and tabla to guitar and hand percussion. Enjoy in our 'listening room' setting. Light refreshments will be served.
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.
Apalachicola Mardi Gras Barkus Parade & Street Festival
Apalachicola Mardi Gras Barkus Parade & Street Festival
Come and celebrate Mardi Gras Apalach style with a street festival and parade (1 pm) of costumed folks and their dogs. The theme for this year’s parade is Grateful Dogs so break out the tie dye, love beads, and bring your Grateful Dogs. The parade of walkers, decorated golf carts, and boats, begins at Riverfront…
2 events,
The Lyric Tenor, Mark Daniels & Accompanist Rob Goodling
The Lyric Tenor, Mark Daniels & Accompanist Rob Goodling
Ilse Newell Fund for the Performing Arts Presents The Lyric Tenor, Mark Daniels & Accompanist Rob Goodling on February 26, 2023, at 4 P.M. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 79 6th Street, Apalachicola. Admission is $20 per person, with open seating. The Lyric Tenor closed our 2020 season with a standing room only crowd. Now they're…
3 events,
Pen to Paper Writers’ Series Feb 27
Pen to Paper Writers’ Series Feb 27
After a full house for the first session, the Carrabelle Branch of the Franklin County Public Libraries continues its exciting writers’ series entitled, “Pen to Paper” with another fascinating program in February. On Monday, February 27 at 2:00 pm, the library will feature Pat Duggan and Robin Hilton. The Carrabelle Branch Library is located at…
Yoga Classes: Adult Beginners
Yoga Classes: Adult Beginners
Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library is hosting a 6-week yoga workshop for adult beginners each Monday 6:15-7:15 p.m. Classes will be instructed by Kathy Jansen, a licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with 22 years of experience. Classes are open to the public, and a $10-20 donation is suggested. For more information: kjhealingarts@yahoo.com or…
3 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…
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum honors Canines and Cartoonists
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting two special exhibits throughout the month of March – one to honor our country’s canine military veterans and the other to recognize the role of cartoonists in WWII. These exhibits will open Tuesday, February 28, and will be on display at the museum until Saturday, April…
4 events,
Downtown Apalachicola Market
Downtown Apalachicola Market
The market offers a charming outdoor shopping experience every Wednesday, in downtown Apalachicola for all who appreciate delicious food. You’ll find fresh vegetables and micro greens, farm-fresh eggs, grass-fed beef, artisanal food, homemade kombucha, Bayside Coffee Co., gourmet foods, condiments, and more! Come support local artisans as well as indulge in delicious, homemade foods! Interested…
Yoga Classes: Kids
Yoga Classes: Kids
Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library is hosting a 6-week yoga workshop for kids on Wednesdays 3:10-3:40 p.m. Classes will be instructed by Kathy Jansen, a licensed massage therapist, and registered yoga instructor with 22 years of experience. Classes are open to the public, and a $10-20 donation is suggested. For more information: kjhealingarts@yahoo.com or 850-653-6719
3 events,
St. George Island Chili Cookoff
The St. George Island Chili Cookoff is a family-friendly 3-day event. The event features a Golf outing, a silent auction, retail, numerous food options, and an afternoon of family-friendly musical entertainment. With an annual attendance of around 5,000 people, this 3-day event is fun for the whole family and is the primary fundraising event for…
4 events,
Carrabelle Country Market
Carrabelle Country Market
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.…
African-American History Festival
Carrabelle Culture Crawl
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