SGI Charity Chili Cookoff Feb. 28-March 1
St. George Island will host its annual Charity Chili Cookoff and Auction February 28-March 1. Activities include a golf tournament, 5K Red Pepper Run, Chili Cook-off, Auction and the naming of Miss Chili Pepper and Mr. Hot Sauce. All proceeds benefit the Island Volunteer Fire Department and First Responder Unit. Click here to learn more. Watch a video preview of the event here.
Annual Eastpoint Fire Dept Charity Rib Cookoff
The Annual Eastpoint Volunteer Fire Department Charity Rib Cookoff will be held Saturday, March 15th at the fire house in Eastpoint, Florida at Vroom Park. In addition to spirited rib competition, this year's event will include a carnival. BBQ dinners will be served from 11:00 am till it’s all gone. Click here for details.
Camp Gordon Johnston Days March 7-8
Carrabelle Coastal Art Tour
The Carrabelle Artists Association is presenting its Annual Coastal Art Tour on March 8. Art exhibits and demonstrations will be presented at participating galleries, studios, and shops in downtown Carrabelle. Click here for details.
Salt Exhibit On Display
The Carrabelle History Museum will present a special exhibit beginning in March about the history of salt in Florida. From uses during the Civil War and salt's role in early Florida settlements, the exhibit will feature early artifacts and memorabilia including vintage salt shakers. Click here for more information.
March 6-8 APALACHICOLA IN PLEIN AIR, 3 DAYS with James Richards
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (ET)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (ET)
St. Vincent Island Hosts Open House March 28
The St. Vincent Island National Wildlife Refuge will host its Annual Open House on Friday, March 28 with wildlife exhibits, nature walks, presentations and tours. Come and spend the day on beautiful St Vincent Island and enjoy the tours and program offered at the Open House. The event is sponsored by the Supporters of St. Vincent NWR, Inc. St. Vincent Island is located just offshore at the western-most boundary of the Franklin-Gulf County line. Click here for details.
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Spring Break!
Franklin County features Spring Break options that offer relaxation without the crowds!
Dixie Theatre March Theatre & Music Lineup
Performance art dominates the culture scene this month at the Dixie Theatre.
March 8
March 15
Enjoy an evening of Irish music
March 22
Florida's premier performer returns to the Dixie.
March 29
The Dixie House Band returns for their 5th season!
Rio Carrabelle Hosts Unique Photo Exhibit beginning in March
The Rio Carrabelle Art Gallery in Carrabelle will host a unique photography exhibit beginning this month. Photographer and adventurer John Guider presents the images which were taken as part of a solo voyage along the Gulf and Atlantic Coast. Click here for more information.
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Apalachicola ArtWalk & Wine Fest March 22
The Apalachicola Bay Chamber will host its annual Artwalk and Wine Fest on Saturday, March 22. Art in all forms will be woven in and around picturesque downtown Apalachicola where artists will be showing, selling and demonstrating their talents from 11am-6pm. Festivities continue into the afternoon with a progressive wine tasting and hor douvres from 3-5pm. Later in the evening local chefs will prepare special dishes at their restaurants highlighting our fresh local ingredients. At 8pm the Dixie Theatre presents Del Suggs live at the Dixie Theatre. Click here for more information. Watch a video preview of the event here.
SGI Lighthouse Full Moon Climb
Crooked River Lighthouse Hosts Irish Movie Night March 15
The Carrabelle Lighthouse Association kicks off its 2014 movie night season with a St. Patrick's Day showing of the film "The Secret of Roan Inish at the Crooked River Lighthouse part. Bring your chairs, there will be light refreshments available for this free family event. Click here for details.
St. James Golf Resort To Host St. Patrick's Day Music Fun
Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of Ireland on Saturday, March 15 at St. James Bay Golf Resort. Irish musicians, the McIlroys will perform traditional and contemporary Irish & Scottish music with bagpipes, fiddle, flute, bodhrans, guitar and great vocals. Click here for reservation information.
Authors in Apalach To Feature Two Renowned History Authors
The Apalachicola Municipal Library will host its third annual Authors in Apalach event on Saturday, March 15, at the Fort Coombs Armory in Apalachicola. The event annually gathers authors, photographers and historians together for writers' forums, panel discussions and book signings. This year's event will also feature two renowned and beloved history professors and authors. Dr. William Rogers from Florida State University and Dr. Harry Owens from University of Mississippi will be special guests at the event. Click here for details.Watch a video preview here.
March 16 Ilse Newell Concert Series Features Soprano Joyce Guyer and Pianist Bianca Lupshaw
An Ilse Newell concert is planned for March 16 at the Historic Trinity Church in Apalachicola. The concert will feature Joyce Guyer, Soprano & Bianca Lupshaw, Piano.
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