It’s Friday
and that means time for back-to-back days of entertainment on the Emerald
Coast! Throughout his weekend there will be celebrations for St. Patrick’s Day
up and down the coast, as well as events including a concert series, a charity
golf tournament, a car show, brunches and more. The Weather Channel at www.weather.com reports the Destin weather conditions to be in the mid-50s for the
low and the mid-to-high-60s for the high. The chance of precipitation is slight for Saturday and about 70 percent for Sunday.
Wishing
you a BEACHY weekend!
Friday,
March 14, 2014:
8th
Annual Children in Crisis Charity Golf Tournament
Fort Walton Beach Golf Club’s Pine Course
1955 Lewis Turner Blvd.
Fort Walton Beach
Time: 11 a.m.
Come enjoy a wonderful day of golf for a great
cause. Lunch will be provided at 11 a.m., followed by skill games and a shotgun
start for the four-man, best ball scramble at noon. Golfers are invited to then
bid of silent auction items while enjoying hors d’oeuvres at the award
ceremony. Prizes to be awarded for Longest Drive and Closest to the Pin. One
lucky golfer will have the chance to shoot for $1 million! This truly great
event will benefit Children in Crisis.
http://www.childrenincrisis.org
Emerald Coast Boat Show
Emerald Coast Convention Center
1250 Miracle Strip Pkwy.
March 14-16
Head over to the convention center on Okaloosa Island this weekend for a fun event, showcasing hundreds of new 2014 boat models from the region's top dealerships, along with lots of family-friendly activities!
Emerald Coast Boat Show
Emerald Coast Convention Center
1250 Miracle Strip Pkwy.
March 14-16
Head over to the convention center on Okaloosa Island this weekend for a fun event, showcasing hundreds of new 2014 boat models from the region's top dealerships, along with lots of family-friendly activities!
First Note Concert
Series Presented by Seascape Resort
Seascape Resort & Conference Center
556 Seascape Dr.
Miramar Beach
Gates open: 6 p.m.
Show start: 7 p.m.
Ticket prices vary according to location. Artists that will
be present at the concert series are Brian McComas, 10stepsback, Shelly
Fairchild and Ray Scott. For tickets and more information, please e-mail info@firstnoteentertainment.com.
Faith & Fishtales
at the Heritage Museum
Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida
115 Westview Ave.
Valparaiso
Lunchtime Lecture by Ronald Gibson, author of “Faith &
Fishtales,” will talk about the cultures and history of Destin, the hardworking
families, events and one family’s immigration from Canada to Northwest Florida
in 1924. 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. Space is limited. Please call 850.678.2615 to
reserve a seat.
Saturday,
March 15, 2014:
6th Annual
Irish Street Fest and Grogg March
HarborWalk Village at
the Emerald Grande
10 Harbor Blvd.
Destin
Time: noon
Wee ones can enjoy Irish music, dance and games all day.
After dark, “Sham-Rock” to each venue for live music and games. Get your Pub
Passport stamped at all of the participating venues throughout the Harbor and
you’ll be entered for a grande giveaway.
“Showcase of Style” Choctaw’s
3rd Annual Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show
Choctawhatchee High School
11 Racetrack Road
Fort Walton Beach
Spectators enjoy the event for FREE. Door prizes, vendor
booths and food will be available. Vehicle registration will be 7:30 -10 a.m.
Award voting ends at noon. Winners will be announced 1-1:30 p.m. Show vehicle
entry fee is $20/pre-registration online, $25 day-of registration. All proceeds
benefit the CHS Style Marchers Band Program. For more information, please
e-mail David Mobley at www.StyleMarchersCarShow@gmail.com.
Event will proceed, rain or shine.
City of Destin’s 14th
Annual Run with the Dogs 5K
Destin City Hall Annex
4100 Indian Bayou Trail
Destin
Day-of registration: 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Race begins: 9 a.m.
The City of Destin Parks & Recreation will host the 14th
Annual Run with the Dogs 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, March 15. The run is open to
individual runners/walkers. A “stroller division” has been added this year.
Participants are encouraged, but not required, to bring their dog, big or
small, to run or walk the race. Pre-registration cost is $25 from March 2-14.
Day-of registration is $30 and will be from 7:30-8:30 a.m. next to the Destin
City Hall Annex. Participants can also register online at www.RunSignUp.com until March 14. T-shirts
and prizes will be awarded for winners in each category. Dogs are required to
wear their current rabies tag and must be on a short leash. Registration forms
can be picked up at the Destin Community Center, City Hall and downloaded
online at www.CityOfDestin.com. For
more information, please call 850.650.1241 or e-mail Nick Coleman at ncoleman@cityofdestin.com.
7th Annual
Emerald Coast Cattle Barons Ball
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy.
Destin
Guests donned in casual Western wear will “Lasso A Cure at the
ACS Ranch” at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort during the 7th Annual
Emerald Coast Cattle Barons Ball at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 15. This
high-energy event will feature live entertainment by The Modern Eldorados, live
and silent auctions, including a 2014 BCS Championship FSU football autographed
by Jameis Winston and Coach Jimbo Fisher, gaming, complimentary drinks, and
fancy vittles from the area’s leading restaurants and caterers. The Cattle
Barons Ball will benefit the American Cancer Society by raising funds for
cancer research, advocacy, education and patient services. A limited number of
Baron and Rancher table sponsorships (for 10) are available and individual
tickets are $175. For further information, please contact Kay Phelan at
850.376.1551, or e-mail inquiries to kayphelan@earthlink.net.
Spring Break 2014
Concert Series
HarborWalk Village
10 Harbor Blvd.
Destin
Saturdays, March 15, 22 and 29
All guests and locals are invited to HarborWalk Village to
enjoy a free Spring Break concert on the listed Saturday nights on the Destin
Harbor. Concerts are free and open to the public.
March 15: Continuum
Time: TBD
Part of 6th Annual Irish Street Festival
March 22: Gypsy Riot
Time: 7-9 p.m.
March 29: Gypsy Riot
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Saturday Latin Night
at Crab Island Cantina
Crab Island Cantina
2 Harbor Blvd.
Destin
Every Saturday night is Latin Night with “DJ Vasco.” From 9
p.m. to 2 a.m., dance to Bachata, Merenque, Salsa, Reggaeton and Top 40. Drink
specials all night.
Sunday,
March 16, 2014:
PAWS on the Throttle
Poker Run
Panhandle Animal Welfare Society
752 Lovejoy Road
Fort Walton Beach
Time: 9 a.m.
Registration begins at 9 a.m. with the last bike out at 11
a.m. and last bike in at 2 p.m. Prizes will be awarded at 3 p.m. The cost is
$15 per hand. Prizes for hands will be based on points. There will also be prizes
for the best and worst hands. All proceeds will go directly to providing for
thousands of homeless animals that PAWS cares for each year. If you don’t own a
bike, join the party at the Edge Café!
For more information, call 850.243.1525 or 850.244.0196.
2nd Annual
Raisin’ of the Green
Magnolia Grill
157 Brooks Street
Fort Walton Beach
Magnolia Grill will host an early St. Patrick’s Day event,
benefitting Catholic Charities of Northwest Florida and the Fisher House of the
Emerald Coast. This fundraiser will feature the traditional St. Patrick’s Day
meal of corned beef, cabbage and potatoes. The event will also include lively
Irish music and a 50/50 “Irish-American Sweepstakes” donation drawing. The cost
is $8 per person in advance, and $10 at the door. Sweepstakes tickets may be
purchased in advance or at the event, and you need not be present to win. This
event sold out last year, so advance purchase is recommended. For more
information, contact Kelly at 850.737.0864, or Evelyn at Catholic Charities at
850.244.2825, or Kim at Fisher House at 850.259.4956.
ARTwalk on the Harbor
10 Harbor Blvd.
Destin
Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
This event features local and regional artists and vendors
along the Destin Boardwalk at the Emerald Grande in HarborWalk Village.
Sunday Brunch at Crab
Island Cantina
Crab Island Cantina
2 Harbor Blvd.
Destin
Enjoy an awesome Sunday Brunch with one of the best views of
the Destin Harbor. Drink bottomless Margaritas, Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas from
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. for $12 with the purchase of an entrée.
Sunday Brunch at
Harry T’s
Harry T’s Lighthouse
46 Harbor Blvd.
Destin
Enjoy a spectacular Sunday Brunch on the Destin Harbor.
Brunch items are served with fresh fruits, a fresh bakery basket and your
choice of fried potato hash browns or cheese grits. Bottomless Champagne with
entrée purchase from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
