Downtown Apalachicola for Father's Day!

Downtown Apalachicola has great gifts Dad is sure to love!  The Downtown Apalachicola business district makes it a breeze to find a special gift for Dad. You'll find an abundance of locally owned businesses offering stylish clothing, fishing gear, an array of unique gifts at all price points, original works of art, or even fishing charters. It's all here in Apalachicola, the heart of the Forgotten Coast! Looking for a gift certificate? We've got you covered! ShopApalachicola.com is a convenient option for Father’s Day gifts. This new online marketplace is quick and easy to use. Just choose from the 21 participating businesses, select the amount for your e-gift certificate, and complete your transaction. The e-gift certificate will be delivered via email instantly! And don't forget a special brunch, lunch, or dinner! Restaurants are open for dine-in and takeaway. Many have expanded their outdoor seating.  Downtown Apalachicola is open for business. Should you want to phone ahead for orders or obtain further information, please visit our directory at DowntownApalachicola.com. We hope you will shop Downtown Apalachicola for Father’s Day—either through an in-store purchase or dining experience or with an e-gift certificate. Here are just a few ideas for great gifts: Forgotten Coast Fly Company is a boutique style fly fishing store with everything you need to get you geared up and out on the water, including performance clothing and hand tied flies. Robinson Brothers Guide Service is the largest in Franklin and Gulf Counties with the best, most experienced captains. A memory in the making! Apalach Outfitters specializes in men’s and women’s clothing, fly fishing, inshore fishing and other outdoor pursuits with brands like Patagonia, Costa, and Yeti.  Buy an E-Gift Certificate at ShopApalachicola.com! Independence Eve Celebration Postponed With heavy hearts, the Apalachicola Main Street board has announced it is postponing its Independence Eve Celebration, normally held on July 3rd each year. “In consultation with City officials, local law enforcement, downtown business leaders, and others, we have come to the decision to postpone this event out of respect for public health,” said Board Chair Jim Bachrach. Click here to read more... 13 Mile Seafood: An Iconic Family Business This edition's business spotlight is on the Ward family of 13 Mile Seafood. The interesting history of their family seafood business is reprinted here from their website: What is 13 Mile? Many people ask about our name. It refers to a tiny community 13 miles west of Apalachicola where Olan Buddy Ward and Martha Pearl Ward began the family business in 1957. Back in those days there were little communities along the shore of Apalachicola Bay at 7, 9, 11 and 13 miles west of town. Martha Pearl's family – the Millers – had a small oyster and fish house right on the bay, and many of the nearby families worked there. Olan Buddy Ward was a strong, tall man with an iron handshake; he looked others in the eye and lived his life by making his word a bond others could count on. Buddy instilled these traits into his five boys. (Olan, Dakie, George, Tommy, and Joey). Buddy and Martha Pearl were married for more than 50 years, until he passed away in 2006. Click here to read more... T.J. Ward and Melanie Dufrayer Ward tied the knot at Riverfront Park with one of the fleet's shrimp boats as a backdrop. Tommy Ward with daughter-in-law Melanie showing off fresh fish at the retail operation. Buy an E-Gift Certificate from 13 Mile Seafood at ShopApalachicola.com! Re-Opening Update Pusuant to Governor DeSantis’ executive order 20-139 effective today, Phase 2 of Florida's reopening plan includes: RESTAURANTS may continue operating at 50% indoor seating capacity and full capacity outdoors with appropriate social distancing. Restaurants may allow bar-top seating.  BARS, PUBS AND TAVERNS may operate at 50 percent seating capacity inside and full capacity outside with appropriate social distancing. Patrons may only receive service if seated.  RETAIL ESTABLISHMENTS may operate at full capacity with appropriate social distancing and sanitization protocols. MUSEUMS AND LIBRARIES may operate at full capacity if permitted by local governments.  GATHERINGS of more than 50 people are discouraged. Click here to read the Phase 2 FAQs. The City of Apalachicola is allowing parking spaces on the north side of Avenue D to be used for additional outdoor dining space. Other restaurants have expanded their existing outdoor seating areas, such as the Chowder House's new beer garden. For questions about specific downtown Apalachicola businesses, please contact them directly. Visit our Downtown Directory for contact information. Downtown Cleanup Scheduled for June 20 Our next Downtown Cleanup will be held on Saturday, June 20. It's amazing what a dedicated group can accomplish! Interested in volunteering? Drop us a line or give us a call at 844-272-2523. Have you seen our video? This 60 second commercial features gorgeous aerial views, iconic Apalachicola scenes, and that laid back vibe our visitors love.  Our Mission Apalachicola Main Street is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing downtown Apalachicola through sound economic development which promotes our future while preserving our past. The downtown district is defined as the City Marina at Battery Park to the Scipio Creek boat basin, and from Water Street to 6th Street. Thank You! Made Possible with Generous Financial Support from  and Members of the Apalachicola Main Street Board  Apalachicola Main Street is Part of the Florida Main Street Network  Click Here to Visit ShopApalachicola.com!

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