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January 7 - February 11
WAM: "Women and Money" Thursday Workshops
End Date: February 11; Duration: 36 DaysIn this economic empowerment class, participants will learn about credit, how to deal with creditors, loans, basic savings and checking accounts, and much more. Classes are held at the Northwest Florida State College Campus, Niceville, Building K, Room 145. Space is limited and reservations can be made by calling the Shelter House. This course is free of charge and open to the public. Thursdays, January 7 - February 11 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Additional Information
Phone: (850) 243-1201
Event Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm
Event Type: Community Events
January 17 - February 21
Florida Visual Arts Fellowship Exhibition
End Date: February 21; Duration: 36 DaysThis art exhibit is free and open to the public at the Mattie Kelly Fine & Performing Arts Center galleries at Northwest Florida State College, Niceville January 17-February 21. Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm, and Sunday 1-4pm. 850.729.6000
Additional Information
Phone: (850) 729-6000
Website: www.mattiekellyartscenter.org
Event Time: See Above
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
January 21 - February 14
Valentine's Day Film Festival
End Date: February 14; Duration: 25 DaysArea filmmakers are invited to participate in a "Valentine's Day Film Festival" competition sponsored by the Production Services Association of Northwest Florida. Filmmakers of all ages and skill level are encouraged to produce a short film based on the title "______", A Love Story!" where the filmmaker fills in the blank with a topic of their choice. The application deadline is January 22 and the final film submission is February 5. Movies that meet requirements will be screened online for Internet voting from February 8-13. A public screening and voting will take place on Valentine's Day, February 14, at the Cinema Plus movie theater in Fort Walton Beach. There is no entry fee. For more information, contact RJ Murdock at (850)244-7100.
Additional Information
Email: info@psanwf.com
Phone: (850) 244-7100
Website: www.PSAnwf.com
Event Type: Performing Arts, Community Events
January 30 - April 3
Art classes for the family
End Date: April 3; Duration: 64 DaysThe Full Circle Gallery has classes scheduled January 30 - April 3. The Sip and Spin will be the first Friday and third Saturday of every month. The Full Moon Raku will be on the last Friday of each month. Family pottery is on January 30 or February 27. Children's painting is on February 3. Make a Bird Bath is scheduled for February 27 - March 9. Wheel throwing and hand-building takes place February 24 - March 31; or February 27 - April 3. For more information, please visit their website or call (850)362-8041.
Additional Information
Phone: (850) 362-8041
Website: www.fullcirclefwb.com
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
February 3 - February 24
Better Listening Workshops
End Date: February 24; Duration: 22 DaysJohn Drury will discuss the works of local composer David Ott and Baroque composer John Dowland at the community classical music study series, Better Listening, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Emerald Coast in Valparaiso, February 3, 7pm-9pm. The programs will continue each Wednesday evening, through February, at the UUFEC Fellowship Building, 1295 Bayshore Drive. All sessions are open to the public and are free. No reservations are required. Call Lou Johnson at (850)897-1411 or email musicstudy@uufec.com.
Additional Information
Email: musicstudy@uufec.com
Phone: (850) 897-1411
Event Type: Community Events
February 6 - February 27
Maritime History of the Gulf Coast
End Date: February 27; Duration: 22 DaysA lecture series hosted by the Heritage Park and Cultural Center in February. The "Maritime History of the Gulf Coast" lecture series will be held throughout the month of February. Lectures will be held each Saturday, beginning February 6, inside the Indian Temple Mound Museum Lazarus Education Center. The programs will run 12pm-1pm. Archaelogists from the University of West Florida will deliver the lectures.
Additional Information
Phone: (850) 833-9595
Event Time: 12pm-1pm
Event Type: Community Events
February 9
Destin Garden Club
The Destin Garden Club will meet on February 9, 9:15am at the Destin Library. Okaloosa County Gardeners Ed and Lynn Fabian will give a presentation on proper pruning techniques. For more information, please call (850)231-5338Additional Information
Phone: (850) 231-5338
Event Time: 9:15am
Event Type: Community Events
Diabetes Education Classes
Sacret Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast is presenting a Diabetes Education class, Tuesday, February 9 at 5pm. This class is for adults with diabetes who are looking for ways to manage their disease. Pre-registration is required, and physician referral is needed to attend. Additional Information
Phone: (850) 278-3600
Event Time: 5pm
Event Type: Community Events
Sacred Heart Hospital presents a breastfeeding class
Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast presents Breastfeeding 101, February 9, 6pm in the education room on the second floor or the Family Birth Place. The cost is $10 per expectant mom. Pre-registration is required.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 278-3600
Event Time: 6pm
Event Type: Community Events
February 9 - February 11
Okaloosa County School Science Fair
End Date: February 11; Duration: 3 DaysAt the Northwest Florida Fairgrounds on February 9-11, 10am-3pm. This event is open to the public.
Additional Information
Phone: (850) 862-0211
Event Time: 10am-3pm
Event Type: Community Events, Kids Events
February 10
Baby Weigh Day
Sacred Heart on the Emerald Coast presents "Baby Weigh Day" for moms with healthy babies younger than one-year-old. Wednesday, February 10 at 1pm. It will held in the education classroom on the second floor of the Family Birth Place. Registration is required.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 278-3600
Event Time: 1pm
Event Type: Community Events
February 10 - February 27
Dreamscapes: juried gallery
End Date: February 27; Duration: 18 DaysThe Art Center's next juried gallery show "Dreamscapes" will be presented February 10-27. The theme is "An Escape from Reality" with turn in dates Feburary 6, 1-4pm, and February 8, 9am-12pm. The show will be at the Arts and Design Society at the Art Center.
Additional Information
Phone: (850) 244-1271
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
February 11
Kitchenique: Southern Coastal - Repeat
This is a menu only a 'local' chef could pull off featuring our wonderful flavors and foods of the coast. Watch Executive Chef Phillipe McDonald of "Table Five Personal Chef Service, LLC." prepare Chopped Romaine with Buttermilk Chive Dressing, toasted pecans, oven dried tomatoes and crispy bacon; filets of local flounder with black-eyed peas and cream corn with roasted peppers and scallions; and meyer lemon curd with candied pecans and vanilla ice cream. This is a repeat of the January sold-out class! Pre-registration is required. Cost: $45 per person.Additional Information
Email: kitchenique@earthlink.net
Phone: (850) 837-0432
Website: www.kitchenique.com
Event Time: 6pm-8pm
Event Type: Food & Wine
Bunco Benefit Tea
The Twin Cities Hospital Auxialary is sponsoring a Bunco Tea on February 11 at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 1200 Valparaiso Blvd. Cost: $20 per person. There will be a continental breakfast served at 8:30am. Games begin at 9:30am. All proceeds benefit the Auxilary Scholarship Fund.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 897-6485
Event Time: 8:30am
Event Type: Charity, Community Events
February 12
Death by Candygram
Act4Murder presents Death by Candygram, Friday, February 12, 6:15pm at Fudpucker's in Fort Walton Beach.Additional Information
Email: act4murder@act4murder.com
Phone: (850) 460-2028
Website: www.act4murder.com
Event Time: 6:15pm
Event Type: Performing Arts
"Managing in Tough Times" workshops
The Friends of the Destin Library will present a free program "Managing in Tough Times" on Friday, February 12, at 10am. The program will feature a presentation on the Okaloosa Saves program by Elaine Courtney, family and consumer sciences extension agent. Additional Information
Phone: (850) 837-8572 extension104
Event Time: 10am
Event Type: Community Events
Valentine Spaghetti Dinner
The public is invited to enjoy a spaghetti dinner to benefit the Shelter House, a local domestic violence center, and Nellie Bogar's Youth Village. Tickets are $10 per person and can be purchased by calling Shelter House at (850)243-1201. The event will be held at the Youth Village, 312 Pelham Road, Fort Walton Beach, Friday, February 12, 6:30pm - 8:30 pm.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 243-1201
Website: www.shelterhousenwfl.org
Event Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Event Type: Charity, Food & Wine
Women Build "Fun"draising Friday
Enjoy an evening of entertainment and food and help raise funds for the "Women Build Project" at Howl at the Moon on Okaloosa Island. Doors open at 7pm; show at 8pm with an exciting production of Dueling Piano and a Rock and Roll Show. Habitat will receive 100% of proceeds from pre-sold tickets. 850.315.0025, ext 3.Additional Information
Email: christy@habitatfwb.org
Phone: (850) 315-0025 ext3
Website: habitatfwb.org
Event Time: See Above
Event Type: Charity, Performing Arts
February 13
Intersection Trio in Concert
Soulful expression, instrumental virtuosity, playful banter - these are the hallmarks of an Intersection Concert, in which the realms of concert and popular music are seamlessly dovetailed. Concert is part of the First United Methodist Church's "First Art" series and takes place at the church in Fort Walton Beach. 850.863.2436Additional Information
Phone: (850) 863-2436
Website: www.firstartsconcerts.org
Event Time: 7:30pm
Event Type: Concert Events
Second Annual Mardi Gras on the Harbor
Join HarborWalk Village on Saturday, February 13 at 2pm for the Second Annual Mardi Gras Parade. The festive parade, led by The Dent Bros and New Orleans Ramblers, will make its way down the Destin harbor and through the crowds at the party-filled village. The finale is a post-parade party, zydeco jam and award celebration. Dance to authentic zydeco music by Terry and the Zydeco Bad Boys in the HarborWalk Village's ampitheater. Non-perishable food items are being collected by Village merchants during the parade, to benefit Destin Harvest food bank. If you would like to participate in the parade or for more information, please contact Jamie Marie Hall of HarborWalk Village at 850.585.5451.Additional Information
Email: info@harborwalkvillage-destin.com
Phone: (850) 585-5451
Website: www.harborwalkdestin.com
Event Time: 2pm
Event Type: Festivals, Parades
Dress from the Heart Fashion Show
The GFWC Woman's Club of Crestview is hosting its annual fashion show on February 13 at 11am at the First United Methodist Church, 898 Texas Parkway. This year's theme is "Look Smart-Dress from the Heart." Fashions will be presented by the Red Raspberry. A luncheon will be served during the show. Come for the door prizes, the fashions and the fun. Proceeds to supprt the many charities of the GFWC Woman's Club. Tickets are available from any club member or by calling (850)217-5869 or (850)682-7879.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 217-5869
Event Type: Community Events
Kitchenique: Sinfonia's 3rd Annual Fundraiser Valentine's Brunch with Maestro Demetrius Fuller
Join Kitchenique and Sinfonia's Maestro Demetrius Fuller on Saturday, February 13 11am-1pm for some great food, champagne, and fun. Maestro Fuller takes center stage to prepare his famous Crab Cakes Benedict with Blood Orange Hollandaise; and Kitchenique Cooking School Director Vicki McKain's Garlic Cheese Grits and Tropical Fruit Compote with Vanilla Paste. Champagne tasting menu will be available 'a la carte' with proceeds going to support Sinfonia Gulf Coast. Seating is limited, so please make your reservations ASAP. Cost: $55 per person.Additional Information
Email: kitchenique@earthlink.net
Phone: (850) 837-0432
Website: www.kitchenique.com
Event Time: 11am-1pm
Event Type: Food & Wine
20th Annual Champion Chili Competition
Do you have a favorite chili recipe? Then, you'll want to sign up for the 20th Annual Champion Chili Competition happening Saturday, February 13 at Santa Rosa Mall. This event benefits local United Way of Okaloosa and Walton Counties. For more information, call (850)243-0315Additional Information
Email: events@united-way.org
Phone: (850) 243-0315
Event Type: Food & Wine, Community Events
Chocolat' Fare
The Destin United Methodist Women's annual Chocolat' Fare and Jewelry Sale will be held February 13, 9am - 1pm in Avery Hall, Destin United Methodist Church. Proceeds will benefit the Church Benevolent Fund and Missions. A large variety of homemade chocolate items (cakes, candies, cookies, dipped fruit, trifle, etc.) will be for sale to eat in the cafe, or to take home. Handcrafted jewelry items will also be on sale.Additional Information
Email: gwil102236@aol.com
Phone: (850) 650-3573
Event Time: 9am-1pm
Event Type: Charity, Food & Wine
Death by Candygram
Act4Murder presents Death by Candygram on Saturday, February 13, 6:15 pm, at Fudpucker's Restaurant in Destin.Additional Information
Email: act4murder@act4murder.com
Phone: (850) 460-2028
Website: www.act4murder.com
Event Time: 6:15pm
Event Type: Performing Arts
Pamper Me Event
The annual "Pamper Me" event will be held on February 13, 9am-noon at the Niceville Community Center. Cost: $3 per person. This is open to women ages 16 and older. Relax while local businesses pamper you with facials, massages, music, food and much more! The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Niceville Library.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 729-4090
Event Time: 9am-12pm
Event Type: Charity, Community Events
February 13 - December 11
Uptown Station Movie Nights
End Date: December 11; Duration: 302 DaysUptown Station will hold Saturday night "Movie Nights" beginning February 20. Times vary (check with Uptown Station for exact start times). Two movies will be shown each month, with the exception of February. Movie Nights are free to the public and are shown on a 30-foot inflatable movie screen in Central Park. No pets or glass containers are allowed. Some movie nights may be cancelled or rescheduled due to severe inclement weather. For more information, please call (850)654-4126
Additional Information
Phone: (850) 654-4126
Event Time: varies
Event Type: Community Events
February 14
Northwest Florida State College Soundsations Show Choir Snowbirds Show
Tickets are available for this performance through local Snowbird Clubs. Northwest Florida State College's talented group of fine and performing arts scholarship students perform on the Mainstage of the college in Niceville. 850.729.6000Additional Information
Phone: (850) 729-6000
Event Time: 2pm
Event Type: Concert Events
February 15
Flag Raising Ceremony in honor of President's Day
Uptown Station is home to Florida's tallest flagpole (170-feet). A Flag Raising Ceremony will be held at 12pm on February 15th in honor of Presidents Day. Please join the Honor Guard walk the 50' x 80' Stars and Stripes down the length of Central Park, and hoist the flag in a solemn and moving ceremony.Additional Information
Event Time: 12pm
Event Type: Community Events
February 16
Mardi Gras Bash Jambalaya Cook-Off & Pet Costume Contest
Dress your pets in their snazziest Mardi Gras costumes and enjoy jambalaya from your favorite restaurants on Harborwalk Village in Destin! Join this wild & vibrant Fat Tuesday celebration! Live music! Free red beans and rice, free beer sponsored by Budweiser!Additional Information
Phone: (850) 424-0600
Website: http://www.harborwalkdestin.com/events.asp
Event Time: 7pm
Event Type: Community Events, Holiday Events
Destin Snowbirds Craft Sale
Shop for treasures at the Destin Snowbirds Craft Sale, Tuesday, February 16, 8am-12:30pm at the Destin Community Center. For more information, please contact Liz Barratt at (850)650.6544.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 650-6544
Event Time: 8am-12:30pm
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
February 17
Le Grand Cirque
Seen by millions of people around the world, Le Grand Cirque is a visual feast of acrobatics and stunts! Le Grand Cirque is coming to the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College in Niceville February 17. 850.729.6000Additional Information
Phone: (850) 729-6000
Website: www.mattiekellyartscenter.org
Event Time: 7:30pm
Event Type: Performing Arts
February 18
Kitchenique: A Taste of the Emerald Coast
Join Kitchenique Cooking School Director Vicki McKain for this culinary celebration of the wonderful seafood and produce that are a part of the enjoyable life on the beautiful Emerald Coast. Start with Fresh Baby Arugula, Avocado and Sunflower Seed Salad with Lemon Parsley Vinaigrette; followed by Emerald Coast Bouillabaisse, a twist on the traditional Fish Stew of Marseille that combines Fresh Gulf Fish (Grouper, Snapper or Trigger), Shrimp, Bay Scallops, and Lump Blue Crab in a savory saffron and fennel infused broth served with Hot Herbed French Bread; and Key Lime Pie with Rummed Chantilly Cream. Pre-registration is required. Cost: $40 per personAdditional Information
Email: kitchenique@earthlink.net
Phone: (850) 837-0432
Website: www.kitchenique.com
Event Time: 6pm-8pm
Event Type: Food & Wine
February 19
All Sports Association - FCA Breakfast and Evening Banquet
To be held at the Emerald Coast Conference Center. Breakfast will be from 7:30a - 9:30a; Banquet will be from 5:15p - 9:30p.Additional Information
Event Time: See Above
Event Type: Community Events
Okaloosa Chamber Singers Present "Our Father"
Harpist Katie Ott will join the Okaloosa Chamber Singers in performing "Our Father" in a program that ranges from Haydn to Gershwin. Concert will take place at First United Methodist Church in Fort Walton Beach. 850.682.9651Additional Information
Phone: (850) 682-9651
Event Time: 7:30pm
Event Type: Concert Events
Stars of Tomorrow
The Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra will present "Stars of Tomorrow" featuring the winners of the prestigious regional Concerto Competition and performance of Kleinsinger's "Tubby the Tuba" February 19 at 7:30pm at the Mattie Kelly Fine & Performing Arts Center, Northwest Florida State College, Niceville. 850.729.6000Additional Information
Phone: (850) 729-6000
Event Time: 7:30pm
Event Type: Concert Events
Act4Murder presents Death by Candygram
Act4Murder presents "Death by Candygram" on Friday, February 19, 6:30pm at Bayou Blues restaurant, Niceville.Additional Information
Email: act4murder@act4murder.com
Phone: (850) 279-4806
Website: www.act4murder.com
Event Time: 6:30pm
Event Type: Performing Arts
February 20
Act4Murder presents "Top o' the murder to you."
Act4Murder presents "Top o' the murder to you", Saturday, February 20, 6:15pm at Fudpucker's Restaurant, Fort Walton Beach. Additional Information
Email: act4murder@act4murder.com
Phone: (850) 460-2028
Website: www.act4murder.com
Event Time: 6:15pm
Event Type: Performing Arts
Pancakes with a Heart
The Kiwanis Club of Fort Walton Beach is hosting a pancake breakfast on Saturday, February 20, 8am - 11am at the Choctawhatchee High School Cafeteria. Cost: $5 per person. All proceeds benefit the Kiwanis Scholarship Program and other Kiwanis projects. Additional Information
Phone: (888) 216-6751
Event Time: 8am-11am
Event Type: Charity, Food & Wine
Benefit Breakfast for the Fort Walton Beach Cheerleaders
Join the Fort Walton Beach High School Cheerleaders at TGI Fridays - Destin, on Saturday, February 20 8am- 10am for a breakfast buffet. Proceeds from the buffet will benefit the Cheerleading Team. Cost: $6 per person.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 830-2222
Event Time: 8am-10am
Event Type: Food & Wine
Barrage in Concert
The Emerald Coast Concert Association presents the international group of musicians "Barrage" in concert at Northwest Florida State College's Mattie Kelly Theatre on February 20. Ticket information: 850.362.9356.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 362-9356
Website: www.emeraldcoastconcerts.com
Event Time: 7:30pm
Event Type: Concert Events
February 20 - February 21
Florida Sportsman Fishing Show
End Date: February 21; Duration: 2 DaysThe Florida Sportsman Fishing Show will be held at the Northwest Florida Fairgrounds on February 20, 10am-5pm and on February 21, 10am-4pm. Admission: Adults $8.00; 12 & Under Free. The show has something for everyone--seminars, demonstrations, fishing boats and a huge indoor tackle sale. For more information, please contact Ms. Oyler at 941.378.0411
Additional Information
Phone: (ple) ase-seee ventdescription
Website: www.floridasportsman.com/shows
Event Time: please see event description
Event Type: Fishing Events
February 21
Northwest Florida Symphony Guild - Food & Wine Tasting
This is 20th Annual Northwest Florida Symphony Guild Food and Wine Tasting event at the Emerald Coast Conference Center. Local restaurants will provide a wide variety of food and wine samples. The event is a fundraiser to support area-children’s music and arts programs sponsored by the NFSG. $30 (members);$40 (non-members, advance ticket sales); $35 each (non-members) – to be purchased in blocks of ten; $50 at the door.
Additional Information
Website: www.nfsymphony.org
Event Time: 1- 4pm
Event Type: Food & Wine
February 24
Destin Chamber of Commerce - Multi-Chamber Business Expo & Taste of Okaloosa
On Wednesday, Feb. 24, the Destin Area, Greater Fort Walton Beach, and Niceville Valparaiso Chambers of Commerce are partnering to bring their members the biggest marketing and networking opportunity around – the Multi-Chamber Business Expo & Taste of Okaloosa County! More than 600 attended last year's event.
The expo, which will be open to the public to attend at no charge, is set to take place at the Emerald Coast Conference Center from 4 – 7 p.m.
Event sponsors include Bit-Wizards Custom Software Solutions, the Northwest Florida Daily News, and Simple HR.
Approximately 40 booths per chamber will be sold. Only two sponsor booths per chamber are available.
Also, four spots are available per chamber for restaurants wishing to participate in the Taste of Okaloosa County. Restaurants are asked to provide heavy samples for 250 people. The cost is $100. Interested restaurants should contact Chamber Events Director Risa Garner at rgarner@DestinChamber.com or (850) 837-2711 x2.
Additional Information
Email: rgarner@destinchamber.com
Phone: (850) 837-2711 x2
Website: www.destinchamber.com
Event Time: 4:00p-7:00p
Event Type: Community Events
Kitchenique: Ladies' Day Out Free Focused Tasting
We'll continue to explore the use of herbs with Chicken dishes. Additional Information
Email: kitchenique@earthlink.net
Phone: (850) 837-0432
Website: www.kitchenique.com
Event Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Event Type: Food & Wine
Kitchenique: Ladies' Day Out Cooking Class
Join Kitchenique Cooking School Director Vicki McKain as she teaches how to prepare Seared Boneless Skinless Chicken Roulades with Cajun Succotash. Pre-registration is required. Cost: $20 per personAdditional Information
Email: kitchenique@earthlink.net
Phone: (850) 837-0432
Website: www.kitchenique.com
Event Time: 11:45am-1pm
Event Type: Food & Wine
Kitchenique: Girls' Night Out Women Wine-makers: Franciscan Wines
Join Kitchenique Cooking School Director Vicki McKain and Kathy Fly-Bridges of Southern Wine & Spirits on Wednesday, February 24 6pm-8pm. Kathy has discovered some fabulous wines that show off the talents of female winemakers like Janet Myers of Franciscan in Napa Valley. You'll sample her Sauvignon Blanc with Chilled Melon Soup; Franciscan Chardonnay with Arugula Salad with roasted Pears and Herbed Goat Cheese; 2005 Merlot with Coffee Crusted Pork Loin; and Franciscan Cabernet Sauvignon with Dark Chocolate Pate with Dried Cherry Cabarnet Reduction. Pre-registration is required. Cost: $38 per person.Additional Information
Email: kitchenique@earthlink.net
Phone: (850) 837-0432
Website: www.kitchenique.com
Event Time: 6pm-8pm
Event Type: Food & Wine
February 25
UWF Writers in the Gallery Series
As part of The University of West Florida's Writers in the Gallery Series, the Laurie O'Brien Creative Writing Award winners will read at the Fort Walton Beach Campus, 922 Mar Walt Drive, Ste 203, Building 82. Event begins with a reception at 7pm, followed by the reading at 7:30pm. 850.857.6109 Additional Information
Phone: (850) 857-6109
Event Time: See Above
Event Type: Community Events
February 25 - February 27
Flying Needles Quilt Retreat
End Date: February 27; Duration: 3 DaysThe Flying Needles Quilt Guild of Niceville is hosting the 12th Annual Camp Timpoochee Quilt Retreat. This year's theme, "My Country, My Home" is being held February 25 - 27. Guest instructor is Nancy Prince, quilter and author of "Quilt Savvy, Simple Thread Painting." Local quilt instructors will also showcase various quilting techniques. For more information, or to register for classes, please visit their website. or email Jan Bailie at jaelba@gmail.com.
Additional Information
Phone: (jae) lba-@gma ilcom
Website: www.flyingneedlesquiltguild.org
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
February 26
The Emerald Coast Chorus Presents the Magic of Harmony
To Be Held at the Emerald Coast Conference Center. Based in Okaloosa County, Florida, the Emerald Coast Chorus, an all-male a cappella chorus, is dedicated to musical excellence and the preservation of the uniquely American style of music known as "Barbershop." In the years since its inception in 1978, the over 40 voices (and growing) of the Emerald Coast Chorus have become an integral part of the Okaloosa County arts community. Based in Okaloosa County, Florida, the Emerald Coast Chorus, an all-male a cappella chorus, is dedicated to musical excellence and the preservation of the uniquely American style of music known as "Barbershop." In the years since its inception in 1978, the over 40 voices (and growing) of the Emerald Coast Chorus have become an integral part of the Okaloosa County arts community. Tickets: $15/17 at the Box Office. They can also purchased at the following local outlets: Bayou Book Company, Niceville; Connect with Flowers, Shalimar; P.S. Gifts, Ft Walton Beach; Friendly Florist, Crestview; Cat Clinic, Destin; and online at the website below.Additional Information
Email: alwalks@cox.net
Phone: (850) 398-6215
Website: www.emeraldcoastchorus.com
Event Time: 7:30p
Event Type: Community Events
First Arts presents Thomas Pandolfi
Emerging prodigious virtuoso, pianist Thomas Pandolfi performs works by Busoni, Godowsky, Dhonanyi and Chasins. Presented at First United Methodist Church, Fort Walton Beach. Friday, February 26th at 7:30pm.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 863-2436
Website: www.fristartsconcerts.org
Event Time: 7:30pm
Event Type: Concert Events
February 27
Okaloosa/America Saves Economic Living Expo
This is a fun, educational family event promoting economic stability and sustainable living with seminars, workshops, youth activities and exhibitors. Event takes place at the Northwest Florida Fairgrounds in Fort Walton Beach. 850.797.4902Additional Information
Phone: (850) 797-4902
Event Time: TBA
Event Type: Community Events
Cox Communications - Black History Arts Festival
To be held at the Emerald Coast Conference Center.Additional Information
Email: candace.gibson@cox.com
Phone: (850) 857-4531
Event Time: 10:00a - 4:00p
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Old Fashion Destin Fish Fry Fundraiser
Come for an evening of great food and entertainment. The Old Fashion Destin Fish Fry is on Saturday, February 27, 11am-3pm at the Destin History & Fishing Museum. Live music by Cadillac Willy, raffles, fried group, hush puppies, coleslaw, baked beans and a beverage. Advance tickets: $10 each. Tickets at the door: $12 each.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 837-6611
Website: www.destinhistoryandfishingmuseum.org
Event Time: 11am-3pm
Event Type: Charity, Food & Wine
Aces and Eights Poker
The Destin Fire & Rescue Foundation is hosting the Inaugural Aces and Eights Poker Tournament, February 27 at 5pm, at Destin Jet. Players will compete for a chance to win a seat at the World Series of Poker Tournament at Harrah's, New Orleans. The tournament will follow a Texas Hold 'Em format, with a buy-in at $100 for early bird players, and $50 for early bird attendees (not competing in the tournament). Prices are valid until February 12. Tickets purchased after this date will be $120 for players, and $65 for attendees. For tickets, please call the Destin Fire Control District (850)837-8413.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 837-8413
Event Time: 5pm
Event Type: Community Events
Pancake Benefit Breakfast
The Fort Walton Beach Lions Club and Fort Walton Beach Junior ROTC are hosting a Pancake Breakfast, Saturday, February 27, 7:30am - 10am at the Magnolia Grill. Tickets sold at P.S. Gifts, Coastal Bank & Trust (Fort Walton Beach), Connect with Flowers in Shalimar, Peoples First Community Bank in Shalimar and Diamond Words in Mary Esther. Proceeds benefit Lion's Club projects.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 862-2696
Event Time: 7:30am-10am
Event Type: Charity, Food & Wine
Act4Murder presents "Podunk Pandemonium"
Act4Murder presents "Podunk Pandemonium" on Saturday, February 27, 6:15pm at Fudpucker's in Destin.Additional Information
Email: act4murder@act4murder.com
Phone: (850) 460-2028
Website: www.act4murder.com
Event Time: 6:15pm
Event Type: Performing Arts
February 27 - February 28
9th Annual Emerald Coast Home Show
End Date: February 28; Duration: 2 DaysSaint Mary's Parish Life Center will host the 9th Annual Emerald Coast Home Show, February 27, 10am-6pm; and on February 28, 12pm-4pm. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Saint Mary's Parish. This event features a home show section, a children's area, and a car show.
Additional Information
Phone: (850) 837-2807
Website: www.EmeraldCoastHomeShow.com
Event Type: Community Events
February 28
Wine and Cheese event to benefit "The Wall that Heals"
The Magnolia Grill, along with the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida, is hosting a Wine & Cheese event, Sunday, February 28, 2pm - 4pm. Proceeds from the event will help to support the Vietnam Veterans Wall Project. The traveling wall will be presented at the C.H. "Bull" Rigdon Fairgrounds, Fort Walton Beach June 17 - 20. Tickets are $25 each for the wine & cheese event. For tickets and for more information, please call the Heritage Museum (850)678-2615 or Magnolia Grill (850)302-0266.Additional Information
Phone: (850) 678-2615
Event Time: 2pm-4pm
Event Type: Charity, Food & Wine
Choctaw Bay Music Club's 8th annual opera brunch
Mascagni's Cavaleria Rusticana and Leoncavello's Pagliacci will be the subject of the Choctaw Bay Music Club's 8th annual opera brunch. The brunch, catered by Big City American Bistro, will be on February 28, 1:30pm at the Niceville Community Center. The event is a fundraiser benefiting the CBMC Memorial Scholarship Fund. Tickets are $20 per person. Additional Information
Email: ChoctawBayMusic@aol.com
Phone: (850) 664-6569
Event Time: 1:30pm
Event Type: Concert Events
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Destin | Fort Walton Beach | Okaloosa Island | Cinco Bayou | Mary Esther
Destin | Fort Walton Beach | Okaloosa Island | Cinco Bayou | Mary Esther