This
weekend, we welcome the month of March with open arms! Along the Emerald Coast,
there will be events like Run With the Dogs 5K, a chili cook-off, cornhole
tournament and more! Be sure to check weather.com or tune in to the Weather
Channel for the latest updates on local weather conditions.
The 
crew
wishes everyone a beachy weekend! Enjoy!
crew
wishes everyone a beachy weekend! Enjoy!
IT’S
HERE! The spring 2015 issue of the
Life’s A Beach Visitor’s Guide has officially been released and is arriving
at our more than 300 distribution points over the next couple of weeks. Click on the magazine below to view the e-book!
Friday, February
27, 2015:
The Indian Temple
Mound Museum Presents “Eglin in the Movies”
Heritage Park & Cultural Center
139 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach
Time: 6 p.m.
On February 27,
Dr. Robert Kane will share the story of Eglin Air Force Base’s cinematic
history. Known worldwide as the military centerpiece of Northwest Florida,
Eglin Air Force Base has been the center for testing the latest aircraft and
weapons and served as a home for Air Force and Army special operations. Eglin
has also been a movie star since the 1940s. Films as diverse as 1949’s Twelve
O'Clock High and 1964’s Dr. Strangelove were filmed in part at Eglin.
Additionally, many movies have featured units and personnel from Eglin.
This free
presentation is open to the public and will be offered at the Indian Temple
Mound Museum. For more information, please contact the Museum Programming
Coordinator, Michael Weech, at 850.833.9595 or mweech@fwb.org.
Saturday, February
28, 2015:
15th
Annual Run With the Dogs 5K Run/Walk
City of Destin
4200 Indian Bayou Trail
Destin
Time: Race begins at 9 a.m.
The city of Destin Parks & Recreation Department will
host the run/walk, which is open to individual runners/walkers. A Stroller
Division has been added this year. Participants may bring their dogs, big or small, to run or walk the race.
Registration costs $25 if registered February 10-27. Day-of registration will
cost $30 and will be from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. in the Destin City Hall Annex
parking lot (4100 Indian Bayou Trail). Participants can also register online at
www.runsignup.com until February 27 at 5 p.m. The race begins on the 28th
at 9 a.m.
Early packet
pickup will be Thursday and Friday at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. from 5-8 p.m. Bubba
Gump Shrimp Co. is sponsoring the award ceremony and celebration following the
race. T-shirts and prizes for winners of each category will be awarded.
Dogs are required
to wear their current rabies tag and must be on a short leash. Dog owners are
responsible for cleaning up after their dogs (please bring your baggies). Registration forms can be picked up at the Destin Community Center, City
Hall and downloaded online at www.cityofdestin.com. For more information, call
850.650.1241 or e-mail recreation@cityofdestin.com.
Emerald Coast Parrot
Heads Annual Chili Cook-Off
Destin Harbor
10 Harbor Boulevard
Destin
Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Emerald Coast Parrot Head Club is hosting a fun and
exciting Chili Cook-Off on the Destin Harbor, featuring more than 20 different
restaurants and Chili Masters. To compete in this event, please contact info@harborwalk-destin.com or
visit emeraldgrande.com.
The price is $10 for pre-sale
tickets and $15 for the day of the event. Armband for sampling, purchase them
here: eventbrite.com,
using promo code: EARLYBIRD. There will be live music by Cadillac Willy. Come
on out for great food and entertainment!
Cornhole Tournament
Twin Oaks
Horseshoe Pits
Corner of Hwy.
85 N. and College Blvd.
Niceville
Time: 11 a.m.
There will be two divisions in this tournament: beginners
and masters, with cash prizes to be awarded to those who place first and second
in each division. Participants of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join
the fun! Sign-up/warm-up is from 11-11:45 a.m. The tournament is scheduled to
begin at noon.
The cost is $30 for a team and $20 for an individual.
Corporate teams that register will receive verbal, event recognition, may
donate prizes and may hang their company banner on the fence during the
tournament. All proceeds benefit the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida.
On top of all of the cornhole fun, there will also be a
raffle, 50/50, food and soft drinks. Please dress for the forecasted weather
and bring your lawn chairs for comfort. For more information, contact
850.678.2615 or e-mail info@heritage-museum.org.
Emerald Coast Science
Center’s Girls Night Out
Ramada Plaza Beach Resort
1500 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach
Time: 6-10 p.m.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit ecscience.org.
Sunday, March, 1,
2015:
Some Sunday Brunch
spots in and around Destin:
Crab Island Cantina, Destin Harbor crabislandcantina.com
Harry T’s, Destin Harbor harryts.com
Angler’s Beachside Grill, Okaloosa Island Boardwalk anglersgrill.com
McGuire’s Irish Pub, Destin mcguiresirishpub.com
March-April, 2015
2015 HarborWalk Marina 18th Annual Cobia
Tournament
The tournament
takes place at HarborWalk Marina, located on the Destin Harbor, just minutes
away from the intracoastal waterway and the Gulf of Mexico. The tournament
begins when the first fish is caught and ends April 30 at 8 p.m.
All events are
free and open to the public.
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| Photo credit: Destin Cobia Tournament Facebook page |
