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The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) are excited to invite community members and visitors to enjoy a variety of fun and educational events. These programs offer enriching experiences for children, teens, and adults, fostering creativity, learning, and connection in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Best of all, every event is free and… 
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit in recognition of Black History Month honoring Charles Henry Alston, a celebrated African American artist and activist whose impactful work during World War II mobilized the African American community. This exhibit will open Tuesday, February 4, 2025 and will be on display at… 
The Carrabelle History Museum is pleased to announce a special exhibit for February in honor of Black History Month, recognizing the remarkable achievements of several notable African-American individuals with ties to Carrabelle. This exhibit will be open from Wednesday, February 5 through Sunday, March 2. Visitors can explore the exhibit at the Carrabelle History Museum… |
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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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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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Photographer and digital creator Chip Sanders shares the secrets behind his amazing wave, ocean, and action photography. The Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library's exciting Winter Art + Music Series ends with a bang on February 27, 2025, at 6 PM. Light refreshments, limited seating. FREE, thanks to Porch Fest Apalach 2022 and PALS--the Friends of… |
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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 St. George Island Regional Charity Chili Cook-off & Auction will be held Saturday, March 1. In addition to the main chili cooking event, this family-friendly weekend event features a Golf tournament on Friday, February 28, a Red Pepper Run on the morning of March 1, and an online auction that will begin on February… 
The Crooked River Lighthouse continues to host its popular Country Farmers Markets on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 9 am to 1 pm ET at the foot of Carrabelle’s historic lighthouse. These lively markets are the perfect chance to shop small, shop local, and discover unique gifts and tasty treats while… |
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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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Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle proudly presents a month long exhibit on U.S. Women in WWII. This exhibit will open Tuesday, October 3 and will be on display at the museum until Saturday, October 28. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. There is no charge… |
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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… 
Santa Fe-based painter, Michele Byrne, will include a stop in Apalachicola this spring as part of her annual southeast workshop tour. In this two-day workshop "Capturing the Essence of Light & Figures Plein Air" Michele will show you how to add natural looking figures to your paintings using palette knife or bold brush strokes. An…
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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Santa Fe-based painter, Michele Byrne, will include a stop in Apalachicola this spring as part of her annual southeast workshop tour. In this two-day workshop "Capturing the Essence of Light & Figures Plein Air" Michele will show you how to add natural looking figures to your paintings using palette knife or bold brush strokes. An… |
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Shamrocks & Shenanigans at the Downtown Carrabelle First Friday Event, March 7th, 5pm-8pm. Get your green on and join us for a St. Patrick’s Day themed evening of fun and festivities in Downtown Carrabelle! Our vibrant business community invites you to celebrate with shopping, music, food, and plenty of Irish-inspired cheer. 🌟 Live Entertainment: Enjoy…
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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Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum proudly announces the 30th Annual Camp Gordon Johnston Day Veterans Parade on Saturday, March 8, 2025 starting at 10:45 am ET in Carrabelle, FL. This special event is planned to honor and celebrate our country’s remaining WWII veterans as well as recognize and salute all veterans from WWII to present.… 
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Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum and American Legion Post 82 have joined forces to host the 6th Annual Dice Run on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 12:00-4:30 pm in Carrabelle, FL as part of the 30th Annual Camp Gordon Johnston Day. The Dice Run will take place immediately following the Camp Gordon Johnston Veterans Parade… 
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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Chefs from all over the Forgotten Coast will prepare their most creative dishes at the historic Fort Coombs Armory. Our talented shopkeepers and local designers give the event an extraordinary touch and add creative flair by decorating each table individually. The tables range from elegant, artistic, and funky.
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The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite residents and visitors to enjoy free, fun, and educational events for all ages—no library card required! All supplies are provided. These programs foster creativity, learning, and connection in an inclusive environment. Storytime introduces young children to books, rhymes, music, and activities designed to spark a…
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Valentina Webb, Elder of Tabernacle of Faith, VP of North Florida African American Corridor & Director of ECCC will be speaking on the history and significance of Mt Zion Church in Apalachicola. This event will take place at the Raney Carriage House, 126 Market Street in Apalachicola. 
The Apalachicola Area Historical Society (AAHS) is presenting a program entitled “Mt Zion Church: History and Importance to the Community - A Legacy of Faith, Service, and Unity”by Valentina Webb as part of their Spring Speaker Series on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 5:00 pm at the Raney Carriage House, 126 Market Street, Apalachicola, FL.… |
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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 Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite residents and visitors to enjoy free, fun, and educational events for all ages—no library card required! All supplies are provided. These programs foster creativity, learning, and connection in an inclusive environment. STEM Space at the library provides an interactive environment for exploring Science, Technology, Engineering,… |
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Now in the 20th year of documenting the landscape and culture of the last vestige of authentic “Old Florida.” Forgotten Coast en Plein Air, America's Great Paint-out, is among the world's most prestigious plein air events. Artistic excellence and the production of investment quality art continues to be the trademark of this 10-day festival.
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The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a Moonlit Evening at the Lighthouse event on Friday, March 14, 2025 ET in Carrabelle, FL. Visitors can enjoy the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach under the glow of the sunset and rising Worm Moon. This special evening kicks off early with Worm…
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The March Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island will be held on Friday, March 14, 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…
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 Annual Eastpoint Volunteer Fire Department Charity Rib Cookoff is on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Eastpoint Fire House, on the corner of 6th St. and CC Land Road in Eastpoint, FL. Come out and enjoy a day of food, fun, and music with the Fire Fighters! Cash prizes for the top 4 bbq…
The Crooked River Lighthouse continues to host its popular Country Farmers Markets on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 9 am to 1 pm ET at the foot of Carrabelle’s historic lighthouse. These lively markets are the perfect chance to shop small, shop local, and discover unique gifts and tasty treats while… |
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The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite residents and visitors to enjoy free, fun, and educational events for all ages—no library card required! Programs foster creativity, learning, and connection in an inclusive environment. The Library Lovers Scavenger Hunt runs all month at both branches, with clues and riddles leading to prizes. Adult… |
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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 Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite residents and visitors to enjoy free, fun, and educational events for all ages—no library card required! Programs foster creativity, learning, and connection in an inclusive environment. The Library Lovers Scavenger Hunt runs all month at both branches, with clues and riddles leading to prizes. Aspiring…
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 Carrabelle History Museum is hosting the Carrabelle Culture Crawl on Saturday, March 22, 2025, 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 downtown Carrabelle. This is a wonderful opportunity to add a bit more fun as…
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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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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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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Bay Area Choral Society (BACS) will present its spring concert on Saturday, March 29, at 6:00 at Trinity Episcopal Church.
The Crooked River Lighthouse continues to host its popular Country Farmers Markets on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 9 am to 1 pm ET at the foot of Carrabelle’s historic lighthouse. These lively markets are the perfect chance to shop small, shop local, and discover unique gifts and tasty treats while… |
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Come join us for an intimate evening with Abe Partridge at the beautiful Trinity Episcopal Church. Get ready for a night filled with honest music and heartfelt lyrics. This is a rare opportunity to experience Abe Partridge live, so don't miss out! Invite your friends and family for a memorable night of music and community. See you there! |
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Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting an exhibit to remember the Holocaust, Hitler’s program to commit genocide against those he deemed unworthy, especially Europe’s Jews. This exhibit will open on Tuesday, April 1 and be on display at the museum until Saturday, May 3. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday… |
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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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Celebrate the beauty of spring and the joy of Easter at the Downtown Carrabelle First Friday Event! Stroll through the heart of Carrabelle as local businesses welcome you with festive décor, special treats, and exclusive shopping deals. 🌼 What to Expect: • Live Music & Art: Enjoy a delightful evening of live music while exploring…
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 hosting a Country Farmers Market and a Paint Party on Saturday, April 5 at Crooked River Lighthouse Park in Carrabelle. The Crooked River Lighthouse is located at 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL. The Country Market, held from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm ET at the foot of Carrabelle's historic…
The Crooked River Lighthouse continues to host its popular Country Farmers Markets on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 9 am to 1 pm ET at the foot of Carrabelle’s historic lighthouse. These lively markets are the perfect chance to shop small, shop local, and discover unique gifts and tasty treats while…
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Artist Joan Matey presents the Fishy Fashion Show SATURDAY. APRIL 5 from 2:00 - 3:15 PM at C-Quarters Marina, 501 St. James Avenue (HWY 98) in Carrabelle. Watch the clever fashion show full of creative costumes made from flotsam and jetsam and humor, Get an closer look at the fun fashions fabricated from shoreline cast-offs.… |
Special Exhibit on the Women of WWII
Special Exhibit on the Women of WWII
Special Exhibit on the Women of WWII
Forgotten Coast Plein Air
Carrabelle Culture Crawl
Special Exhibit on the Women of WWII
Special Exhibit on the Women of WWII
Special Exhibit on the Women of WWII
Abe Partridge
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