Eglin Bone Marrow Donor Registry Drive
There will be a Eglin Bone Marrow Donor Registration Drive, February 7-9 from 10am-2pm at the Eglin BX. Those who come out and complete the registration process can potentially become donors who can aid in the battle against various bone marrow disorders. Please, come out, participate, and possibly make a life and death.
Additional information
e-mail airdaleairdale@yahoo.com
U.S. Air Force’s Tops In Blue
The U.S. Air Force’s Tops In Blue is offering a free night of family entertainment at the Emerald Coast Convention Center, February 10th, from 6pm-11:30pm. In this year’s show, Tops In Blue 2011 drums up their own rhythm, Audiences will be tapping their feet to pulsating music from great performers like the jazz of Nat King Cole and Billie Holiday, the great rock n’ roll sounds of Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis, the cool Motown R&B of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, hits by J-Lo and Michael Franti, some inspirational country sounds and much, much more! No Tops In Blue show would be complete without famous patriotic music, as they pay tribute to the Heroes of September 11, 2001 as we recognize their sacrifices ten years later. “Tops In Blue is the Air Force’s premier entertainment showcase,” said Tom Edwards, show producer and chief of Air Force Entertainment. “The new 2011 team is a reflection of the ‘best of the best’ performers throughout the Air Force.”
Additional information
www.topsinblue.com
Free Car Seat Inspections
Certified child passenger safety technicians will be on hand to provide free car seat inspections on February 11th from 9am-noon at Century 21 Wimco in Mary Esther.
Additional information
850-218-8200
www.beyondjustbuckled.com
Facebook www.facebook.com/events/190984334330211/
Green Earth Living Craft Class Series: Ribbon Box Making
Do you have leftover strips of fabric or ribbon? Take the second class in the Green Earth Living Craft Class Series and learn how to make them into fun and functional ribbon boxes on February 11th from 10-noon! The class costs $10 for the public and $8 for Friends of the Museum members. All class materials are included, but advanced registration and payment (by cash or check) are required. . All money raised goes towards programming needs at Heritage Park!
Additional information
850-833-9595
email hpcc@fwb.org to sign up
Ft Walton Beach Mardi Gras 2012
The date has been set for Mardi Gras 2012! Mark your calendars for the festivities on Saturday, February 11 -- start gathering those beads and baubles and prepare to join us for the fun. 11 am Parade on Santa Rosa Blvd. with Mardi Gras theme floats Beads, Beads and More Beads. Spend the weekend on beautiful Okaloosa Island.
Additional information
244-8191
www.fwbchamber.org/Mardi-Gras.mardigras
Choctaw Beach Community Center
The Choctaw Community Center will be having a Pancake Breakfast on February 12 from 7 a.m. - 1p.m. The community center is located on Wateroak street in Choctaw Beach. The community center is 5 miles eat of Bluewater Bay and 13 miles east of Freeport. The cost is $5.50 and to go breakfast will be available.
Additional information
897-5590
Navarre Krewe of Jesters
The Navarre Krewe of Jesters Mardi Gras parade will be held February 18 at 1 PM on Navarre Beach. Theme is tribute to the Military Past, Present and Future. It is also dedicated to the memory of PFC Matthew C. Colin, killed in action November 16, 2011 in Afghanistan. Parade fee is $50.
Additional information
navarrekreweofjesters.com/
email jotten2141@hotmail.com
Annual White Tent Yard Sale
Annual White Tent Yard Sale fundraiser will take place outside the Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum downtown Ft Walton Beach February 18th from 7am-noon. There will be several tents and many tables of gently used items, along with baked goods and coffee for sale. All money raised will go towards programming needs at the Heritage Park and Cultural Center.
Additional information
833-9595
www.friendsofthemuseums.org/
Facebook www.facebook.com/pages/City-of-Fort-Walton-Beach-Heritage-Park-and-Cultural-Center/238123679089
FWB High Scool Viking Band AYCE PAncake Breakfast
The Ft Walton Beach High School Band will be having an All you can eat pancake breakfast at Magnolia Grille downtown Ft Walton Beach on Saturday, February 18th from 8 - 10am. Tickets are now on sale through band members for $5 each or you can pay at the door.
Additional information
850-302-0266
Shining Star for Charlotte benefit
A Shining Star for Charlotte benefit will be held at Howl at The Moon on the Island February 24th. Little Charlotte Goodman is battling leukemia and 100% of the proceeds from advance ticket sales will help give her the childhood she deserves.
Additional information
(850) 543-5215
2nd Annual Navarre Area Bridal Show
The 2nd Annual Navarre Area Bridal Show will be at the Hampton Inn & Suites Navarre on March 3rd from noon til 3p. Come see the most recognized and popular wedding planners, florists, photographers, DJ's, cake creators, and much, much more! There is NO COST to attend this event. You will have the opportunity to win a FREE weekend getaway and many other prizes just for showing up!
Additional information
850-939-4848
6th Annual Children in Crisis Golf Tournament
Save the date for the 6th Annual Children in Crisis Golf Tournament on March 16th at the FWB Golf Course. Lunch will be served at 11 a.m. and shotgun will start at noon. Entry fee is $75 per player and $300 for team. Drinks, prizes, raffle items, ditty bags, golf shirts and an awards ceremony with hors d’oeuvres are included! Sponsorship Packages are available.
Additional information
(850) 864-4242
email laurenvonbergen@childrenincrisisfl.org
Artists for Fire and Earth: 2012 Coastal Pottery Expo
The City of Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park & Cultural Center announces its "Call to all potters and ceramic artists" who would like to participate in the second annual pottery exposition event titled Fire and Earth: 2012 Coastal Pottery Expo. The event is scheduled on Saturday, April 21st from10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the grounds of Heritage Park and Cultural Center. Non-refundable booth fees for artists are $40.00 per 10 ft. X 10 ft. space. Space is limited. Artists must provide their own tables and tents if they wish to have them.
Artists interested in participating can stop by the Indian Temple Mound Museum or Full Circle Art Gallery in Fort Walton Beach and pick up an application, or call/email to have an application faxed, mailed or emailed. The Indian Temple Mound Museum is open from 10:00 to 4:30 Monday-Saturday, and Full Circle Gallery is open Monday-Saturday from 10:30 to 5:00. Applications must be postmarked by April 7th.
Additional information
850-833-9595
www.fwb.org/index.php/museums
Event Facebook: facebook.com/pages/City-of-Fort-Walton-Beach-Heritage-Park-and-Cultural-Center
Navarre Fun Fest
The Navarre Fun Fest will be held April 27th from 4-10 and 28th from 10-10 with two concerts on Friday night and two on Saturday night with fireworks! Plus there will be a 5 K run on Saturday and a Corporate Challenge.
Additional information
850-939-3267
www.navarrechamber.com/events
Show your support/A World Of Signs
In Remembrance of our local fallen officers and in support of the families, A World Of Signs is offering a commemorative ribbon decal where a portion of the proceeds will be donated in to the existing account created for the families. All First Responders in the surrounding areas can purchase the ribbon decals for $2.50 ea. while the general public can purchase theirs at $5 ea. Decals can be purchased by phone or visit 119 staff Dr. NW, FWB
Additional information
850-581-7446
email (contact@aworldofsigns.com)
