Give The Gift of Relaxation
Now is the perfect time to book a last minute holiday getaway or to reserve your Spring 2015 vacation.

ST. GEORGE ISLAND
Enjoy End of Summer Savings at Collins Vacation Rentals Book 4 Nights and Get the 5th Night FREE on participating properties for the Fall and Winter 2014 season. Resort Vacation Properties: Stay the minimum number of nights in a participating home between September 1 and January 4, 2015 and take 15% off when the advertised rate for your chosen dates is greater than $2,000. Repeat Renters can take an additional 5% off the adjusted rate, as well! New phone reservations only. St. George Inn is featuring a book three, stay 1 night free. Also featuring a seven night special. Suncoast Vacation Rentals is offering value season rates through February. 


APALACHICOLA
49 Palmetto, located within the Apalachicola historic district is offering 20% off discount with a three night minimum stay. Apalach Guest House is offering a 10% discount when you mention “TDC”. Best Western Apalach Inn is offering guests that stay 2 nights a 20% discount.  on the 3rd night. Stay at the The Water Street Hotel is offering a winter special December 1 –February 15 take $10.00 off the best available rate when booking advance reservations through The Water Street Hotel & Marina. 

CARRABELLE AREA
St. James Bay Golf Resort
is offering a Stay & Play package which include accommodations at the Residences Condominiums, plus unlimited rounds of golf on our perfectly manicured 18-hole championship course. If you mention the Franklin County TDC when you reserve your stay with Harbor Point Vacation Rentals 
they will waive reservation fee.  Does not apply to existing reservations.Points to View is offering discounts on 2 or more weeks and/or 2 or more months of rental and pets stay free! Save up to 50% when you book a stay of 2 nights or more with Pickett’s Landing Rentals in Carrabelle. Sandy Beach Properties is offering 10% discount for guests returning to the same property more than once in any calendar year. Pirates Landing Condos and Sands of Carrabelle Townhomes: Mid-Week Special - Book two nights and get the third night free!
Stay 2 nights and get the 3rd free at the Old Carrabelle Hotel. Restaurant breakfasts are included, just mention SaltyFall2014.
Lighthouse Climb
The St. George Lighthouse will host a full moon climb Dec. 6 from 5:30-7pm.
Dixie Theatre Performances Begin 
in January
Tallahassee Swing Band

Sat., Jan. 3, 2015

Spencer Bohren

Sat., Jan. 10, 2015

Pas de Vie Ballet

Sat., Jan. 17, 2015

The Lady With All The Answers

Sat., Jan. 24, 2015

Tribute to Patsy Cline

Sat., Jan. 31, 2015
To see the entire Dixie Theatre 2015 Season Calendar, click here.
Ilse Newell Concert Series Kicks off with Holiday Fare
Bay Area Choral Society Holiday Concert Sun., Dec 14  Trinity Episcopal Church, Apalachicola
Read Gainsford Sun., Jan 11, Trinity Episcopal Church, Apalachicola
Jack Hastings, Pianist Sun., Jan. 25, Trinity Episcopal Church, Apalachicola
Unless otherwise noted, all concerts begin at 4 pm (ET). Click here to view the entire Ilse Newell Concert Series schedule.
Apalachicola School of Art Exhibit and Classes
Michael Harrel Exhibit
Oct. 30-Dec. 13, Apalachicola School of Art
Painting the Head in Oil with Dawn Whitelaw March 15-18, 9-4 PM (ET) Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at the Apalachicola School of Art.
Oyster Cookoff Jan. 16-17
The 5th Annual Oyster Cook-Off to benefit the Apalachicola Volunteer Fire Department will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2015 from noon till 5 p.m. There will be a  Friday evening (Jan. 16) preview of the oyster-related silent auction items, along with a sampling of the Apalachicola Bay's tasty bivalves from 6-8 pm. The actual cook-off on Saturday will start at 12 noon, Judging and Bands starts at 2 pm.  Contestants are encouraged to enter with their favorite recipe. All forms of oysters will be available to taste: raw, steamed, fried. Other food items and refreshments will be available for purchase also. The day's activities will include live music and dancing performances. Watch the video here.
Christmas Celebration Kicks off Nov. 28-29
Be in Apalachicola the day after Thanksgiving to enjoy the kickoff to Apalachicola's annual Christmas Celebration. On Friday, Nov. 28, from 4-8 p.m. the streets of downtown Apalachicola will be lined with luminaries and filled with holiday spirit. Santa arrives on a shrimp boat, merchants will be open late and carolers will fill the evening with the Christmas spirit. The Historic Raney House is hosting a Festival of Trees both days featuring artist-designed trees available through silent auction and direct purchase. The Orman House is featuring tours of the museum decorated in holiday finery. Click here for more.
Countywide Holiday Events
Holiday events are bountiful this month throughout Franklin County. Here is a glimpse at some of the holiday happenings.  A complete calendar of events is available at Saltyflorida.com. 
Saturday Dec. 5 - St. George Island - Annual island holiday event features “Jingle Jog,” music and refreshments; Santa arrives on a fire truck and island palm trees are ceremoniously lit for the season. 
Saturday Dec. 6 - Apalachicola -Features handmade, fresh products, locally-made baked goods and natural creations.
Friday Dec. 12 - Eastpoint- Old-fashioned parade and social with food, music and Santa!
CARRABELLE HOLIDAY ON THE HARBOR Saturday Dec. 13 - Carrabelle - Beautifully decorated boats line the harbor.You can put your boat in the parade and join in the fun! Great family event! Watch the video here.

Include Oysters in Your Holiday Fare!  
Now is the perfect time to enjoy Apalachicola Bay’s famous oysters. Florida oysters are available year round, but harvest really gears up in fall as water temperatures begin to drop. The cool months are when oysters taste the best. Head to your favorite seafood market or restaurant now and you'll find delicious Apalachicola Bay oysters in abundance. Want to find out more? Click here to link to all Franklin County restaurants.
Coming Soon! 
Jan. 11, 2015 - IN-concert with Vocalist/w Read Gainsford Accompanist. Begins at 4pm, Trinity Episcopal Church
Jan 16-17, 2015 - Apalachicola Oyster Cook-Off
Jan. 23, 2015 - IN-Concert with Jack Hastings, Pianist concert begins at 4pm.
Feb. 6-7, 2015 - Mardi Gras Pet Parade & Ball
Feb. 8, 2015 - IN-Concert wih I
van Moschuk, Russian Pianist Chopin Selections begins at 4pm.
Feb. 8, 2015 - 19th Annual Forgotten Coast Chef's Sampler

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