| Franklin County TDC Launches Fall and Winter Getaways
The Franklin County Tourist Development Council (FCTDC) launched two coastal getaways recently designed to draw folks to St. George island during New Year's and to the area's cultural events and activities later this winter.
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| Mardi Gras Barkus Parade Feb. 6
The Mystic Krewe of Salty Barkers will host a Mardi Gras Barkus Parade on Feb. 6 in Apalachicola. The theme for this year is Woofstock. Dogs dressed as hippies, flower pooches, the Grateful Dogs - with their people in similar garb. An after party with authentic Cajun food, refreshments, games, a picture booth, live music and dancing. Come immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes promised by this fun event. All proceeds go to the Apalachicola City Dog Park and the Franklin County Humane Society. Mark your calendars now. Call 269-568-9468 or 850-670-5064 for info or to pre-register. Forgotten Coast Chef Sampler Feb. 14
The Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce will host the 16th Annual Forgotten Coast Chefs Sampler on Sunday, February 14, 2016, from 6:00-9:00 pm. Chefs from all over the Forgotten Coast will prepare their most creative dishes at the historic Fort Coombs Armory located on 4th Street and Avenue D in Apalachicola. Sample an array from our area restaurants. Tickets are $60. For more information, call the Apalachicola Bay Chamber at (850) 653-9419.
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| Apalachicola Christmas Celebration Nov. 27-28
The day after Thanksgiving the streets of Apalachicola will be lined with luminaries and filled with holiday spirit. Merchants will be open late and Santa arrives on a shrimp boat at 4:00 p.m. at the City Dock on Water Street. Learn more here.
Holiday Market Dec. 5
Visit downtown Apalachicola and find hand crafted specialties at the Holiday Fresh Market. Here you'll find seasonal gifts that include fresh seasonal wreaths, baked goods, artwork, wood carving, pottery, hand knitted goods. Eastpoint Christmas Parade Dec. 11
Eastpoint will host an old-fashioned Christmas parade along US Highway 98 with food, music and Santa on Friday, December 11 beginning at 4 pm. Carrabelle Holiday on the Harbor Dec. 12
Carrabelle's docks will be lit with glittering boats as part of the annual Holiday on the Harbor Boat Parade. The event will also feature fireworks. Learn more here.
St. George Island Christmas Fest Dec. 4
Santa is coming to St. George Island on Friday, December 4 at 4pm at the St. George Island Lighthouse Park. A one mile Jingle Jog starts at 4:30pm on the bike path in front of Lighthouse Park. Local children’s choruses will be performing holiday musical selections throughout the event. Santa is expected to arrive around 5:00pm. View the lighting of the Island palms at sundown. Click here for details.
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| 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.
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| Oyster Cookoff Jan. 15-16
The 6th Annual Apalachicola Oyster Cook-Off to benefit the Apalachicola Volunteer Fire Department will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2016 from noon till 5 p.m. There will be a Friday evening (Jan. 15) 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 starts at 3 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. This annual event features a silent auction, oysters galore, shrimp, smoked mullet, hot dogs, hamburgers, local beer, live music, kids’ activities, dancing performances and a 5K run!
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| Jazz Concerts Schedule Jazz Concerts Held in Carrabelle's Rio Carrabelle on Fridays at 8pm.
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| Dixie Theatre Performances Begin
in January
The iconic Dixie Theatre in Historic Apalachicola kicks off its 2016 performance schedule on Janary 9 with a perrennial favorite - The Tallahassee Swing Band. This Dixie favorite promises a lively performance of music from the big band era plus an expanded repertoire to include waltzes, polkas, rock 'n roll, and Motown.
Tallahassee Swing Band
January 9, 2016 3-5 PM (ET)
Pas de Vie Ballet January 16, 2016 3-5 PM and 8-10PM (ET)
Bob Milne: Ragtime Piano
January 23, 2016 3-5 PM and 8-10PM (ET)
Tribute to Patsy Cline: Margo Anderson January 30, 2016 3-5 PM and 8-10PM (ET)
Spencer Bohren February 6, 2016 3-5 PM and 8-10PM (ET)
34 West Theater: Groovy Kinda Love February 13, 2016
3-5 PM and 8-10PM (ET)
Oystertown: Musical Comedy
February 20, 2016 3-5 PM and 8-10PM (ET)
Oystertown: Musical Comedy
February 24, 2016 3-5 PM
Oystertown: Musical Comedy
February 27, 2016 3-5 PM and 8-10PM (ET) To see the entire Dixie Theatre 2016 Season Calendar, click here.
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Upcoming Events at a Glance
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