Recently, the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) Community Outreach impacted 5,700 children in Okaloosa and Walton counties. The original touring...
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AQUARIUS Jan. 21 ‑ Feb. 19 The full moon in Libra has you wondering—“How could I possibly have screwed up this badly?” Excellent question. In the history of screwing up, you have just posted a real...
By Dawn Bright Dear Dawn, Every year around this time, the term “420” starts popping up. I know what it means, but what I don’t know is why is this still a relevant event? Marijuana...
THURSDAY, APRIL 11 ACT4MYSTERY’S “TOP O’ THE MURDER TO YOU!” La Paz, Destin, Seating at 6:30 PM, Dinner and Show at 7 Act4Mystery.com Paula Hilton and her award-winning comedy troupe celebrate all things Irish as Dr....
FRIDAY, APRIL 12 FREE DOUBLE FEATURE Vinyl Music Hall, Pensacola Cameron Crowe’s immortal 1989 classic Say Anything and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. MONDAY, APRIL 15 “SCOOBY-DOO” HarborWalk Village, Destin, 8 PM www.HarborWalkVillage.com Bring the family...
Unplanned Directed by Cary Solomon and Chuck Konzelman In Theaters So good to see movie theaters across the country showing @UnplannedMovie – a deeply inspiring new pro-life film based on the best-selling book by @AbbyJohnson. More...
The James and Christian LaRoche Memorial Poetry Contest recently announced the winners of the 2019 contest. Chance Freytag of Destin won first place and a cash prize of $100 for his poem “loneliness is former...
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17 ALL ABOUT BOOKS Mary Esther Public Library, 10 AM 850-243-5731 THURSDAY, APRIL 18 ADSO BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP The Art Center, Fort Walton Beach, 5-6 PM artsdesignsociety.org The discussion is based on Steven...
Jeff Cioletti Sakepedia Turner Publishing Saké could be the most complicated alcoholic beverage in the world. First, the name’s not even accurate. “Saké” simply means “alcoholic beverage.” The accurate Japanese word is “nihonshu,” referring to what...
New York Times bestselling author and renowned director Sebastian Junger will take center stage at the main event for Northwest Florida State College’s NWF Reads, the college’s annual weeklong literacy event, April 15 at 7 PM...
NOW OPEN SEED LIBRARY Walton County Coastal Branch Library, Santa Rosa Beach 850-267-2809 The library welcomes the community to participate in the “Community Seed Library” located next to the New Books section. With spring just around...
Submitted by Steve Barber Hansel, a rescue dachshund, celebrated his 11th birthday earlier this month and has certainly earned the right to lay around. He also enjoys the outdoors, sunning poolside, and treats. Hansel is...
In celebration of Jazz Appreciation month, the Destin Library will host an extraordinary afternoon of jazz on the lawn with Beachcomber Music Award winner Cheryl Jones Tuesday, April 16, at noon. Dr. Jones’ many talents include...
Thursday, April 11 AJ’S, Destin WILL & LINDA, 4-8 PM (Bimini Stage) CHASING JAYMIE, 6-10 PM (Tiki Stage) REDSHIRT FRESHMAN (Bimini Stage) AJ’S ON THE BAYOU, Fort Walton Beach CHRIS HAYES, 5-9 PM AL’S BEACH CLUB & BURGER BAR,...
John Coltrane Coltrane ’58: The Prestige Recordings Craft Recordings This treasure chest contains 37 tracks from jazz sax icon Coltrane’s “breakthrough” year of 1958. Some of the tracks (all recorded at Rudy Van Gelder’s New Jersey...
A new feature, in which two Beachcomberland entities face off, and it’s up to our highly biased judges to declare a victor. Record Store Day (Saturday, April 13 worldwide) was conceived in 2007 as a...
By Joe Fuller In 1962, I was in the sixth grade. Mrs. McGowan was my teacher. She was a crusty old woman who told me several times a day, “You think you’re funny but...
Share your photos and get featured here! instagram.com/beachcomberdestin @harbordocks Big fish, now through May 5! Must be cobia season. @mcguiresdestin Beachcomber Music Award winner Ben Parsons, live and in living B&W. @camillesatcrystalbeach Michelle...
Destin Library Exhibit Space Local artists interested in showing their work are encouraged to contact Will Rogers at 850-837-8572. Downtown Arts Night in DeFuniak Springs Scheduled for Saturday, April 27, 4-8 PM, on historic Baldwin Avenue...
THROUGH APRIL 22. THE FOSTER GALLERY’S SPRING ROTATION IN GRAND BOULEVARD TOWN CENTER, MIRAMAR BEACH Artists include Melody Bogle, Gayle Campbell, Donnelle Clark, Skip Deems, Sandra Horne, Linda Kernick, Jason Lindblad, Rosalyn O’Grady, William Polley, Mary...
ARTS AND DESIGN SOCIETY (ADSO) Classes at the Art Center Gallery, Fort Walton Beach. More info at artsdesignsociety.org. Mondays and Wednesdays. Clay and Pottery Open Studio, 9 AM-noon both days and 6:30-9 PM Mondays. Beginners welcome....
By Charles Morgan III The beach that runs the length of the Panhandle of Florida was once known for its soft, snow-white sand. It is now getting recognition for the threatening and confusing “No Trespassing”...
In March, the 30th Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival, one of the most popular winter food events along Florida’s Emerald Coast, presented $3,300 to the Sandestin Foundation for Kids. The proceeds were awarded as a direct result...
High school teams from all across northwest Florida competed in the 32nd annual Math Bowl at Northwest Florida State College on Friday, March 8. This year’s event was made possible through a partnership with Team Eglin and...
Bill Kober (Cover) is a student at the University of West Florida, where he’s majoring in graphic design with a concentration in photography. After retiring from the United States Air Force (24 years of service!), Bill...
The music-loving portion of the Beachcomber community—most of us, I’d say—got some devastating news early in the week when we learned that the talented young vocalist Buddy Brumit died in an automobile accident on Okaloosa Island...
April 11-24, 2019 Pulling Out of Port By Bill Kober Find William Kober Photography on Facebook! Original Image:
Camille’s at Crystal Beach 2931 Scenic Highway 98 Destin 850‑337‑8860 When: 3‑5 PM daily. Drink Specials: Lots, including Camille’s Signature Sangria. Plus a stunning view of the Gulf. FishHeads HarborWalk Village Destin When: 6‑8 PM daily....
AMERICAN RESTAURANT PARADIS Nestled in the beautiful coastal town of Rosemary Beach, you’ll find this hidden gem that loyal customers like to call home. Evoking a warm neighborhood feel, the dining area features an understated wine...
Antiques De France Antiques & Flea Mkt. with over 80+ vendors, lots of unique items to choose from. 230 S.E. Eglin Pkwy. 850-314-7500. SMITH’S ANTIQUES MALL & INTERIORS MARKET 25,000 sq. ft. and 94 vetted dealers...
Church of the Resurrection Episcopal Church UECNA 1928 Book of Common Prayer Service, 10 AM Sundays, communion service second and fourth Sundays, morning prayer, first and third Sundays. 66 8th Street, Shalimar, 850-651-9800. CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH Mass...
ADARO ART features works from 2015 South Walton Artist of the Year Juan Francisco Adaro, as well as other well-known local and international artists. Open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM. Now located in the Shops at...
