By Christopher Manson
“Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be pirates.”
– Mark Twain, Life on the Mississippi
The Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival returns to Fort Walton Beach May 15-19 with fireworks, a parade, fun family activities and much...
Bunny Hop Trail Set for April 11
Free Easter Fun at Recreation Center
The City of Fort Walton Beach Recreation Department will host its annual Bunny Hop Trail on Friday, April 11, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Preston Hood Athletic Complex, directly behind the Fort Walton Beach Recreation Center...
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of conservation, celebration, and coastal fun at Gulfarium’s CARE on the Coast on April 26, 2025, at 3:30 PM! This annual festival brings together delicious food, refreshing drinks, live entertainment, and marine animal encounters for a one-of-a-kind event benefiting the Gulfarium CARE Center’s...
The Emerald Coast Chamber Music Festival has announced its lineup of concerts for the 2025 season. Festival co-Artistic Director and Artist Faculty member Jacob Clewell (viola) offered a summary of the season, saying, “This year’s festival is centered around music the faculty love and have chosen themselves, and it...
The stellar, 10-concert, live-music series, Thursdays, April 10 – June 12, will feature premier musicians and bands performing everything from classic rock and yacht rock to soulful tributes and high-energy hits. From iconic blues rock to soulful Amy Winehouse tributes, danceable yacht rock and Def Leppard classics—plus a special...
By Christopher Manson
Embrace Florida Kids is an offshoot of Embrace Alabama Kids, a faith-based organization that has been helping children and families since 1890. Director of Development and Community Relations Ramsey Lawrence has been speaking to churches and civic organizations and spreading the word about the nonprofit’s Florida arm...
The Diary of Anne Frank – March 14-23
Step into history and witness the powerful true story of hope, courage and resilience. Stage Crafters presents, “The Diary of Anne Frank,” March 14-23. Experience an unforgettable performance that brings Anne’s words to life on stage. Don’t miss this moving production that...
