Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Our Top Picks for May 9-11 Entertainment on the Emerald Coast

This weekend it’s all about MOM! Treat the special lady in your life to one of the events listed below for a Mother's Day that she will never forget! For current weather updates for events held outdoors, be sure to check weather.com or tune in via television to The Weather Channel.

The Life’s A Beach crew wishes everyone a very safe and BEACHY weekend! 
Happy Mother's Day!

Friday, May 9, 2014:
Concerts at the Landing – Boukou Groove
The Landing
139 Brooks Street
Fort Walton Beach
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Bring a lawn chair, picnic and your friends out to this musical event on Friday evening. Boukou Groove will put on a show stopping performance for all to enjoy. For more information, please visit www.1021thewave.com.


26th Annual ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival
May 9-11
Grand Boulevard
600 Grand Blvd. Ste. 203
Destin
During every Mother’s Day weekend for the past 26 years, art is celebrated in South Walton with ArtsQuest, a fine arts festival produced by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA). This special tradition scheduled for May 9-11 in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, brings mothers and daughters together to experience nearly 200 national and local artists, live music and kids’ activities. This year during the festival week, local galleries will participate in Gallery Nights Monday through Thursday, offering special parties, showings and events in the spirit of ArtsQuest. This tour of special gallery events is open to the public. For a complete list of participating galleries, visit www.ArtsQuestFlorida.com.

Saturday, May 10, 2014:
“Summer’s Coming” Car Show
Shalimar Elementary School
1350 Joe Martin Circle
Shalimar
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
This event is centered on delicious food, great music and People’s Choice voting for the best cars! The cost is $20 to pre-register and $25 to register at the show. Business sponsors are also needed for $50. All proceeds benefit Shalimar Student Programs. Please call 850.833.4339 for more information.

All About Mom Market
The Landing
139 Brooks Street
Fort Walton Beach
Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
The 1st Annual Mother’s Day celebration is focused on the ladies. This free event will be a day to bring Mom out for a stroll in the park, shopping and maybe even a relaxing spa day! Bella Day Spa will be in the gazebo, offering nail, hair and makeup services at your convenience. This event is hosted by Gulf Coast Celebrations. For more information, contact FloridaPanhandleMarkets@gmail.com.


“Mother’s Day Victorian Tea” at the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida
Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida
115 Westview Avenue
Valparaiso
Time: 2 p.m.
Men, women and children are invited to honor their Mothers in a unique and special way at the “Mother’s Day Victorian Tea”. Enjoy light refreshments, a variety of teas and a fun history program with tea etiquette and traditions associated with “Tea Time”. The cost is $18 per person or $15 per person for Museum Members. Reservations are required. Please call 850.678.2615.

5th Annual Crawfish Boil, “Kickin’ the Tail out of Crime”
Uptown Station
Eglin Parkway
Fort Walton Beach
Time:  11 a.m.
Emerald Coast Crime Stoppers will host its 5th Annual Crawfish Boil, “Kickin’ the Tail out of Crime” on Saturday, May 10 at Uptown Station, beginning at 11 a.m.


Bravo Beat 5K Walk/Run
The Village of Baytowne Wharf
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
9300 Emerald Coast Parkway
Destin
Lace up your shoes and run for the arts on May 10 in Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s 4th Annual Bravo! Beat 5K run/walk. There will be post-event food, beer and entertainment. The award ceremony will be hosted by Aimee Schaffer. All proceeds benefit Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s musical and educational initiatives throughout the community and its Arts in Medicine collaboration with Sacred Heart Hospital. The cost is $30 per person. To register online, visit www.SinfoniaGulfCoast.org. For more information, please call 850.269.7229.


Sunday, May 11, 2014:
Share Mother’s Day at Beach Walk Café
Beach Walk Henderson Park
2700 Scenic Highway 98
Destin
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate the special woman in your life this Mother’s Day at Beach Walk Café. Browse their menu ahead of time and make your reservations today! www.BeachWalkCafe.com.


Mother’s Day Lunch Cruise on the SOLARIS Yacht
SunQuest Cruises
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort/Baytowne Marina
9300 Emerald Coast Parkway
Miramar Beach
Time: 1-3 p.m.

Show your Mom how special she is to you with an experience she will never forget onboard the SOLARIS! Embark on the 125-foot SOLARIS Yacht in Sandestin for a day of cruising and coastal cuisines. After taking in the fresh breezes on the open-air sky deck and cruising the local waters, indulge in a three-course, chef-prepared meal that begins with freshly baked Artisan rolls with garlic and herbs, infused with oil. Your cruise continues with a delectable three-course meal and dessert. Reservations are required online at www.SunQuestCruises.com or by calling 850.650.2519.

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