 SGI Chili Cookoff
Heats Up March 3-5
The 29th annual St. George Island Charity Chili Cookoff fires up the burners March 3-5 to herald in what some consider the official beginning of Spring on St. George Island. The festivities begin on Thursday, March 3 with a golf tournament and continue through Saturday with the chili competition and popular auction. The SGI event is the largest regional event in the country. Visit www.stgeorgeislandchili.com. For island information, visit www.seestgeorgeisland.com Also during March, a Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island will take place on Saturday, March 19 as part of a series of sunset/full moon climbs currently scheduled through June. The Sunset/Full Moon Climb will take place from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and will include light hors d’oeuvres and a sparkling cider toast to the full moon. Visit www.stgeorgelight.org for details. Eastpoint VFD Hosts Rib Cook-off March 19
Come eat some of the area’s best BBQ ribs and chicken and support the Eastpoint Volunteer Fire Department during the Eastpoint Fire Department 7th Annual Charity Rib Cook-off March 20. Live music, car show, activities for the kids. www.apalachicolabay.org | It's Time For a Spring Break!
You don't have to be in college to appreciate Spring Break. Franklin County features Spring Break options that offer relaxation without the crowds. March is one of the best months to camp at the St. George Island State Park, hike in the Tate's Hell National Forest, fish, kayak or visit one of the many festivals that dot the calendar this month. Visit anaturalescape.com to make your plans.
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Camp Gordon Johnston Days March 10-12 Carrabelle pays tribute to America’s veterans this month when the Camp Gordon Johnston Association hosts its annual Camp Gordon Johnston Days March 10-12, 2011. The event will feature a golf tournament, fishing tournament, parade and tours. (850) 697-8575 www.campgordonjohnston.com.
Want to go fast? Carrabelle will host its first Carrabelle Speed Festival on Saturday March 12. This event will be held at the Carrabelle-Thompson airport and promises to be a great go-fast family-friendly event. There will also be a Coastal Art Tour from Carrabelle to Alligator Point. |
Historic Dixie Theatre Upcoming Productions
March 4 Del Suggs, singer/songwriter March 5 Pawrdi Gras - an event for Pups and their people. March 11-12 The DIXIE Does Nashville 8
March 18 The Ned Devines, come celebrate St. Patrick in style with Irish Music March 19 - Big Daddy & Red Hot Java. March 25 - Bryan Kennedy, singer, songwriter, entertainer. March 26 - Sarah Mac Band
Illse Newell Concerts March 6 -Florida State University Voice Performance Majors Performing Opera Favorites March 27 - Bay Area Choral Society Magic of Broadway II - Ilse Newell Concert Series April 10 Concert in the Park - Ilse Newell Concert Series For more information, visit | Apalachicola Art Walk & Wine Fest March 26
Artists will be showing, selling and demonstrating their talents at the Apalachicola Artwalk on March 26 from 11-6 pm. A progressive wine tasting at select restaurants is scheduled from 3-6 pm. Many area chefs will prepare special local fare to compliment the wine tasting event. The Sarah Mac Band will perform at the Dixie Theatre at 8 p.m. For more information, contact the chamber at
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Lots of smiles from folks who visit the annual St. Vincent Open House Event. Photo courtesy: Debbie Hooper
St. Vincent Island Hosts Open House March 26
The St. Vincent Island National Wildlife Refuge will host its annual Open House on Saturday March 26 with wildlife exhibits, nature walks, presentations and tours. Come and spend the day on beautiful St Vincent and enjoy the tours and program offered at the Open House. The event is sponsored by the Supporters of St. Vincent NWR, Inc. Visit the website at www.stvincentfriends.com for event details. St. Vincent Island is located just offshore at the western-most boundary of the Franklin-Gulf County line. | Antique & Classic Boat Show April 15-16 Apalachicola's 13th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show will be held along the town's historic riverfront and will feature more than 50 antique and classic boats, workboats, antique outboard motors, nautical antiques and educational booths. Special highlights will include a dockside display of the historic 1877 schooner, Governor Stone, boat building demonstrations and a special dinner and lecture. For a complete schedule and additional information visit www.apalachicolabay.org or email info@apalachiolabay.org Marine Art and Maritime History Exhibit April 8-30
The Apalachicola Center for History, Culture and Art (ACHCA) will host an exhibit of marine art and maritime history this month. Visit historicapalachicola.com for details.
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SGI to Host Rock By The Sea April 14-17
The four-day happening is presented by “Rock By The Sea”, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to producing music festivals and events that raise money for service charities. Get the lineup and tickets at info@rockbythesea.org Apalachicola Historic Home & Garden Tour May 6-7, 2011 Apalachicola’s 19th annual Historic Home & Garden Tour, May 6-7 2011, will feature more than a dozen distinctive historic homes, gardens, inns, churches and businesses. For more information, visit www.apalachicola historichometour.org. For tickets, contact the Apalachicola Bay Chamber at (850)-653-9419 or call (850) 653-9550.
Plein Air Painters to Capture Forgotten Coast on Canvas May 13-22
Nationally acclaimed artists gather on Florida's Forgotten Coast, the noteworthy stretch between Mexico Beach and Alligator Point, to participate in the 4th Annual Plein Air Invitational, May 13-22, 2011.For more information, visit www.pleinairfl.com, or contact 800-378-8419. | Carrabelle Riverfront Festival April 23-24 Carrabelle's annual Riverfront Festival will be held April 23-24 along the scenic Carrabelle waterfront. This annual two day Spring Festival features original artwork, music and food. A pet-friendly event, the festival features events like a Fishy Fashion Show, Pet Parade and the Procession of the Species.
The event also features interactive exhibits from the Florida Wildlife Commission, FSU Marine Laboratory, Bear Creek Feline Center, and the Big Bend Bird Club. The hours of the festival are 10-6 pm on Saturday and 10-4 pm on Sunday. Admission is free. For information, visit carrabellechamber.org.
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SGI Chili Charity Cookoff, SGI
Pawrdi Gras, Dixie Theatre, Apalachicola March 5
Camp Gordon Johnston Days, Carrabelle March 10-12
MARCH HIGHLIGHTS 26
Apalachicola Artwalk
19 Eastpoint Rib Cookoff
19 Cape St. George Lighthouse Full Moon Climb
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