The 3rd Annual Easy on 30A free benefit concert will take place July 3, 2014 from 6 - 10 p.m. at WaterColor's Marina Park. Performers include Tim Jackson, Geoff McBride, The First Note Band, Sharif Iman and Ike Bartley. Fabulous raffle and silent auction items donated by local businesses will benefit the Muscogee Indian Nation, LightHouse Family Retreat, and Alaqua Animal Refuge.
The South Walton Community Council (SWCC) organizes volunteer efforts each year on July 5th to clean up beach debris from fireworks and Independence Day festivities.
It's fun and rewarding to gather with locals and visitors to keep our beaches pristine, and debris left on beaches after July 4th celebrations poses a hazard to wildlife, including endangered sea turtles and shorebirds. Come out to support the SWCC’s conservation efforts during the annual July 5th beach clean-up from 7-9am.
The 4th Annual Emerald Coast Duck Regatta benefiting the Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast Guild will take place Saturday, Oct. 11 from 10am-2pm. Approximately 4,000 ducks will begin their race across the Lagoon at the Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Prizes will be awarded to the owners of the first ducks to cross the finish line, including a $5,000 first-place prize!
The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) has extended the 19th Annual Concerts in the Village through July 17. The Thursday night concert series starts at 7 p.m. and bands perform live from the Dugas Pavilion at the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village in Destin.
Hollywood arrives in Destin this June as McCaskill & Company presents a Trunk Show featuring exclusive pieces from award-winning celebrity jewelry designer Erica Courtney.
A new farmers market is coming to Grand Boulevard at Sandestin starting Wednesday, June 25 from 10am–2pm in Grand Park. The Grand Boulevard Farmers Market is being organized by Diane and Charles Kolopanas, organizers of the 30A Farmers Market at Rosemary Beach.
June 24, 2014 by SoWal Staff
When you step inside this fine Rosemary Beach home, it is difficult to find words that describe just how creative and unique it is. The Gulf view home is owned and has been carefully adorned by interior designer Vern Yip. It's graced by interesting artwork, décor and furniture that is a feast for the senses.
June 23, 2014 by Kurt Lischka
Each year the fun begins at the Red Bar in Grayton Beach as folks roll out of bed and into their trucks, jeeps, and boats to parade around the town.
With more than 700 guests in attendance, the inaugural Great American Picnic at Watersound Origins was the place to be for a new South Walton family-friendly tradition. The free community event featured live music by the Forrest Williams Band, classic American picnic food by Watersound Origins Café and lots of family-friendly activities to entertain the kids. The evening ended with a truly spectacular fireworks show over Wind Garden Park.
The Repertory Theatre, based in Seaside has a Summer full of entertainment for the whole family. With a range of shows and workshops, the season's offerings appeals to kids and adults - with children’s theatre, musical performances, one-act plays, improvisation classes and even a magician!
The headline “Summer Shorts” series of one-act plays opens on The REP’s main stage in Seaside, Florida on June 17th through August 1st and tickets are on sale now for $25 each at www.lovetherep.com.
