Our Top Picks for January 8-11 Entertainment on the Emerald Coast

HAPPY NEW YEAR! To kick off the second weekend of the year following the holidays, the local area is hosting events ranging from a story hour to a concert series. Be sure to check weather.com or tune in to the Weather Channel for the latest updates on local weather conditions. Stay warm!

The Life’s A Beach crew wishes everyone a beachy weekend! Enjoy!

Thursday, January 8:

Story Hour at Starbucks at HarborWalk Village

HarborWalk Village Starbucks

10 Harbor Boulevard

Destin

Time: 3:30 p.m.

The first week after the long holiday break is likely the most challenging to muster up the energy to get out and do something outside of work or home. With that said, why not attend a laidback event that both you and the kids can enjoy? Every Thursday, Starbucks at HarborWalk Village will host "StoryHour @ Starbucks." There will be hot chocolate available for the kids and all parents receive 20 percent off their purchase!

Friday, January 9:

Free, Lunchtime History Lecture: 100 Years Young – Okaloosa County, Florida

Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida

115 Westview Avenue

Valparaiso

Time: noon – 1 p.m.

January kicks off a yearlong celebration of Okaloosa County history at the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida, as we celebrate its Centennial in 2015. Join us for a special presentation, “100 Years Young – Okaloosa County, Florida” by historian Hank Klein, during History Sandwiched-In, a free lunchtime lecture. Klein will explain the evolution of territories and state, and how Okaloosa became a county in 1915. Bring a sandwich and take your lunch break at the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida for History Sandwiched-In, an informal lunchtime education program. This lecture is free and open to the public. However, space is limited. Please call 850.678.2615 to reserve a seat.

Saturday, January 10:

Branson Show Camp, Featuring Barbara Fairchild & Roy Morris

Fort Walton Beach Civic Auditorium

107 Miracle Strip Parkway

Fort Walton Beach

Time: 7 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday

Dollar Days at DeFrance Indoor Flea Market

230 Eglin Parkway SE

Fort Walton Beach

Time: 10 a.m.

Each and every booth in our 13,000-square-foot store will have a limited quantity of items for only $1. Dollar Days is a two-day event with more items added on the second day. We will also have outside vendors with a wide variety of merchandise on Saturday, January 10, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Anything from furniture to handmade baskets and many other items. Visit DeFranceAntiques.com for more information.

Sunday, January 11:

Winter Guest Concert Series

Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village

10 Harbor Boulevard

Destin

Time: 2-4 p.m.

Shake off the chills of winter with free, live music on HarborWalk Village’s main stage! All winter guests and locals are invited to enjoy an inspirational concert!