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Destin City Hall
All city meetings are being held at the City Hall Annex, 4100 Indian Bayou Trail, until further notice. All meetings are subject to change or cancellation. To virtually view the meeting, https://www.cityofdestin.com/. To view/stream is www.youtube.com/CityofDestin.
• City Council, 6 p.m. Sept. 20
• Special Magistrate Hearing, 5:30 p.m. Sept. 23, City Hall Boardroom
• Local Planning Agency, 5:30 p.m. Sept. 23
• Harbor & Waterways Board, 5 p.m. Sept. 27
• Parks & Recreation, 4 p.m. Sept. 28
Wednesday Night Concert Series
Enjoy free live entertainment with Will Thompson Band from 7-9 p.m. Sept. 15 on the Events Plaza stage at The Village of Baytowne Wharf:
• Sept. 22: Cadillac Willy
• Sept. 29: Jessie Ritter
• Oct. 6: Boukou Groove
• Oct. 13: The Pickled Pickers
• Oct. 20: Modern Eldorados
• Oct. 27: Forrest Williams Band
30Avenue Concert Series
Come out to 30Avenue from 6-9 p.m. Sept. 15 on the green to enjoy live music with Bo Adams Trio under the stars in Inlet Beach. Bring a blanket or low back lawn chairs.
Sept 16: Casey Kearney
Sept 17: Mat Hall Trio
Sept 18: Sand Ole Opry
Sept 22: Daniel Pratt
Sept 23: Bo Adams Trio
Sept 24: Bo Adams Trio
Sept 25: Jim Couch
Sept 29: The Shakedown
Sept 30: Sand Ole Opry
Concerts in the Village
Rust & Gold Desolation Road, ultimate Neil Young/Bob Dylan Tribute Band performs at 7 p.m. Sept. 16 at Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village on Commons Drive in Destin. Doors open at 6 p.m. Bring a bottle of wine, your favorite craft beer, some delicious snacks and a blanket or chair. Food and drinks available for purchase. General Admission is $15 per adult, free to MKAF members and kids under 12. Purchase tickets at eventbrite.com.
• Sept. 23: Kickstand Jenny
• Sept. 30: Chasin’ Jaymie
• Oct. 7: The Heather Hayes Experience
Retired Officers’ Wives’ Club
NWFL Retired Officers’ Wives’ Club is kicking off the start of the Membership Season with a luncheon at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 16 at Two Trees Restaurant at FWB Golf Course, 1955 Lewis Turner Blvd. Lunch ($17) and Bunco at 11 a.m. New members, wives of retired officers from all services, always welcome. RSVP for lunch or more information email NWFloridaROWC@gmail.com.
Bubbly Baytowne
Baytowne Wharf hosts an evening full of free champagne and shopping during Bubbly Baytowne at 5 p.m. Sept. 16 and Oct. 21. Check in by the fountain to receive a complimentary Baytowne Wharf glass and a map outlining specific merchants to visit starting at 5 p.m. This event is free and for 21 and up only.
Concerts at the Landing
The 2021 Concerts at The Landing are free and take place at the Fort Walton Beach Landing on Brooks Street from 6-8 p.m. Join in for a family friendly evening of live music with Six Piece Suits Sept. 17.
• Sept. 24: Horseshoe Kitty
• Oct. 1: Frank Fletcher Band
ECTC Productions
ECTC’s professional 2021-2022 Professional productions begin with “Nunsense” Sept. 17-Oct. 3. All professional productions are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. at ECTC’s space upstairs at 560 Grand Boulevard in Grand Boulevard.
• Dec. 9-19: “Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” Two shows on Sunday, Dec 19 at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, Dec.16, at 10 a.m., Educational Matinee.
• Jan. 21-23, Feb. 10-13, March 3-6: “The Marvelous Wonderettes” Cabaret Stage: Musical Revue
• Jan. 28-Feb. 6: “Miss Abigail’s Guide to Dating, Mating & Marriage”
International Talk Like a Pirate Day
Ahoy Matey! Join the Village of Baytowne Wharf from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sept. 17 for a free evening full of adventure with special guest Captain Davy. Come dressed in your best pirate costume and get ready for a scavenger hunt, magic show, costume contests, and more.
International Coastal Cleanup
Friends of South Walton Sea Turtles will host the International Coastal Cleanup from 9-11 a.m. Sept. 18 on the beaches of South Walton. If you would like to join in a clean-up at a Regional Access, you will find host Volunteer Beach Ambassadors at Inlet Beach Regional Access, Santa Clara Regional Access, Van Ness Butler Regional Access, Ed Walline Regional Access, Dune Allen Regional Access, Miramar Beach Regional Access.
Burgers, Bourbon & Beer Festival
A new culinary experience in coming to the Destin harbor from 12-4 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Destin Boardwalk behind Brotula’s. Burger-lovers can enjoy an afternoon full of gourmet burgers from local restaurants, paired with local craft beers, bourbons, live music and more. This food competition benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast. Tickets on sale at www.eatsomeburgers.com.
Supper Club Series Three: Alice in Wonderland
The third dinner in the Alys Beach Supper Club series features an Alice in Wonderland themed cocktail dinner from 6-9 p.m. Sept. 20 at 23 Nonesuch Way in Rosemary Beach. Journey into a topsy-turvy world that gets “curiouser and curiouser” as Chef Kevin Cavanaugh prepares a three-course dinner paired with unique cocktail creations from Austin Doiron and wine pairings from Hugues Le Berre. Purchase tickets at bigtickets.com.
Walk into Fall Wine Dinner
The Courtyard at Pescado in Rosemary Beach will host a Walk into Fall Wine Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 23. The dinner will be led by Maxwell Rowe of Breakthru Beverage featuring a menu by Chef Brendan Wakeham.This is a private event with limited tickets available. Tickets are $155 plus 7% tax and 22% gratuity. Email events@thelcrg.com to purchase.
Throwback Thursday Cinema
Enjoy a free movie on the big-screen during Baytowne Wharf’s Throwback Thursday Cinema at 7 p.m. Sept. 23 and Oct. 28. All movies are family-friendly and open to the public. Grab you blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy this week’s featured film.
Purses with a Purpose
A signature Shelter House event, Purses with a Purpose kicks off with a VIP event at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 23, at Destin Commons next to Steve Madden and Express. The 10th-anniversary event also has light bites along with wine and specialty cocktails by Timber Creek Distillery. If unable to attend, shoppers will have access to virtually bid on handbags in the silent auction. VIP tickets are $25 before Sept. 23 and $30 at the door. Bargain shopping is from 12-8 p.m. Sept. 24 and 12-4 p.m. Sept. 25 with deep discounts on remaining merchandise, plus muffins, mimosas, and free admission. Both Friday and Saturday are free to attend and open to the public. Visit www.shelterhousenwfl.org and http://bidpal.net/purseswithapurpose for tickets and information.
Lincoln Dinner
The Okaloosa County Republican Executive Committee (OCREC) will have their annual Lincoln Dinner fundraiser Sept. 25, at the Island Hotel. Representative Anthony Sabatini will be the keynote speaker. For more information and to obtain tickets visit Okaloosagop.com. RSVP by Sept. 15.
Embroiderers’ Guild
The Sand Dunes Chapter of Embroiderers’ Guild of America’s September Program Meeting will be from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sept. 25 in the Religious Education building, Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 1200 Valparaiso Blvd. in Niceville. Call 850-496-3466 with any questions.
Artful Dining Series
Join Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation at Vin’tij Food & Wine in Grand Boulevard at 6 p.m. Sept. 28 for the next ArtFul Dining series of wine dinners benefiting MKAF’s arts education and community engagement initiatives. Vin’tij Executive Chef Iganacio Bernal will orchestrate a culinary palette to pair with the incredible wines. Purchase tickets at eventbrite.com. Tickets are $195/non-members and $175/members and includes all food and wine.
Sip N’ Stroll
Enjoy an evening of art at J.Leon Gallery and Studio with wine, champagne, and light snacks from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 1 at 13370 US Highway 98 in Miramar Beach. Meet local artists and view work from the Okaloosa/Walton area, including painters, mixed media artists, ceramics artists, sculptors, and illustrators.
ArtsQuest Fine Art Festival
ArtsQuest, produced by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County, will be held Oct. 8-10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Grand Boulevard.
Sinfonia Concert
Sinfonia Gulf Coast plays Bernard Hermann’s spine-tingling score to Hitchcock’s classic thriller “Psycho” with the original screenplay projected above the orchestra Oct. 23 at the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village in Destin. Reserved table seating as well as general lawn seating where guests may bring chairs and blankets. Bar and food items will be available for purchase on site. Tickets are $20 – $45 per person at SinfoniaGulfCoast.org or 460-8800.
Oktoberfest
Enjoy the 27th annual Oktoberfest in Bluewater Bay from 5-10 p.m. Sept. 24 and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sept. 25 at Market Place near Winn-Dixie on Highway 20. Live music, entertainment for adults and children, arts and crafts, soft drinks, bratwurst, hotdogs, baked chicken and beer. Sponsored by the Mid-Bay Rotary Club. All proceeds go to local charities. Free admission. Festival of the Arts
Known as one of Northwest Florida’s premier fine arts shows, the MKAF Destin Festival of the Arts is one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year. The 26th annual event is set for Oct. 30-31 at the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village in Destin and is free for attendees.
Destin Woman’s Club
The Annual Fashion Show held by the Destin Woman’s Club has been cancelled this year due to the Covid virus. The Fashion Show for 2021 has been scheduled for Nov. 5. As their major fundraiser, net proceeds go toward the Club’s Family Assistance Fund designed to help local families and a local charity.
Sinfonia Classical Mystery Tour
The Beatles playing in concert with a symphony orchestra when “Classical Mystery Tour” performs live with Sinfonia Gulf Coast Nov. 13 at Village Church in Destin. Hear “Penny Lane” with a live trumpet section; experience the beauty of “Yesterday” with an acoustic guitar and string quartet; enjoy the rock/classical blend on the hard edged “I Am the Walrus.” Tickets range from $29.50 to $55 per person at SinfoniaGulfCoast.org or 460-8800.
Half Shells on the Harbor
HarborWalk Village has announced Half Shells on the Harbor, a new oyster festival, takes place at HarborWalk Village from 1-4 p.m. Nov. 14. This Tide to Table event features fresh oyster tastings as local chefs come together to showcase their spin on this coastal classic. Tickets are on sale at A Sip N’ Shuck Oyster Experience with Chef Rifko of Oysters XO will be held from 12-1 p.m. This hands-on Pre-Event Oyster Shucking Seminar includes early entry to the event, an Oysters XO Shucking Kit, plus one dozen fresh oysters and two complimentary drinks. Limited seating available. There is a $10 on-site parking fee.
Sinfonia Holiday Concert
This seasonal concert features singer/actor Nicholas Rodriguez in a performance of holiday favorites with the Sinfonia orchestra Dec. 10 at Village Church in Destin. Tickets range from $29.50 to $55 per person at SinfoniaGulfCoast.org or 460-8800.
Classical Connections Concerts
Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s first Silver Sands Premium Outlets’ Classical Connections concert Jan.8, 2022, defies convention and boundaries with the return of Chris Brubeck and Time For Three (TF3). This performance will be held at Village Church in Destin and tickets range from $29.50 to $55 per person at SinfoniaGulfCoast.org or 460-8800.
• The second Silver Sands Premium Outlets’ Classical Connections Series will
be March 12, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. at Destin High School and features Sinfonia’s
Assistant Conductor, Aaron King Vaughn. This concert includes Igor
Stravinsky’s “The Soldier’s Tale,” complete with theatrical narration and W.A. Mozart’s “Symphony No. 29 in A Major.” Tickets range from $29.50 to $45 per person at SinfoniaGulfCoast.org or 460-8800.
Sinfonia Concert
April 30, 2022, the main season will come to a cinematic finale at Destin Fort
Walton Beach Convention Center as you relive the magic on the silver screen with the original “Raiders of the Lost Ark” with John Williams’ epic score performed live to picture by Sinfonia Gulf Coast. Tickets are $29.50 – $55 per person at SinfoniaGulfCoast.org or 460-8800.
Family History Center
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Family History Center, 339 Lake Drive in Fort Walton Beach, is now open. Open hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. Call 850-244-3338 to make appointment.
RECURRING EVENTS
Destin Community Center
All activities are at the Destin Community Center, unless noted. Call 654-5184 or email recreation@cityofdestin.comfor information and to register. Persons with disabilities who require assistance are asked to notify the center 48 hours in advance.
Pickleball: Sessions are Mondays from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. and Fridays from 10:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Fee is $3/session. Racquets and balls are available, just bring your gym shoes.
Table Tennis: Play from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Paddles and balls provided. Fee is $2/resident and $3/non-resident.
Senior Programs
All activities are at the Destin Community Center, unless noted. Call 654-5184 or email recreation@cityofdestin.com for information and to register. Persons with disabilities who require assistance are asked to notify the center 48 hours in advance.
— Destin Senior Membership: Join the Destin Seniors to enjoy multiple festivities including the senior lunch bunch, potluck, casino trips, cruises, bingo, chair exercise, knitting, scrabble, and Mexican dominoes. Members must be a Destin resident.
— Senior Book Club: The Destin Senior Members meet at 10 a.m. the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Destin Library, 150 Sibert Ave.
— Senior Drop-In Hours: The Destin Senior Center at Buck Destin Park, 724 Legion Drive, offers senior drop-in hours from 9 a.m. to noon every Tuesday and Thursday for Seniors (50 years and older) to meet and enjoy each other’s company, participate in games such as Mexican Train Dominoes, Scrabble, cards, etc.
— Senior Walking Club: The Destin Senior Members walk around the Destin Community Center’s gymnasium from 8-9 a.m. Monday-Friday. All of the miles that you walk will be added to the “team map” as we travel from one region to the next. The team’s miles are reported on the 4th Friday of each month at the Destin Senior Membership’s Potluck.
— Destin Senior Chair Exercise 50+ years: Monday and Wednesday mornings from 10-10:45 a.m. at Buck Destin Park consists of performing light exercises to help improve balance, flexibility, strength, and circulation. Free/residents.
Book Club
The Destin Library’s Novel Idea Book Club is open to adults and meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. via Microsoft Teams. Club members can submit book recommendations – primarily fiction with the occasional non-fiction title – and the club will vote on which ones to read. Membership is open to everyone; however, you will need an Okaloosa County Public Library card to check-out materials. Members will need an email address and internet access to join the discussion.
City of Destin Annual Passes
Full-time residents (within the incorporated city limits) are encouraged to submit their request for a 2021 Annual Pass at https://www.cityofdestin.com/342/Annual-Passes. For those who do not have internet access, beach parking passes are only available at City Hall. Henderson Beach State Park and Joe’s Bayou Boat Ramp passes are available at both City Hall and the Destin Community Center. For questions, call 837-4242.
Adopt-A-Street
The City of Destin’s Adopt-A-Street Program allows local families, businesses and community groups to perform a valuable community service by adopting sections of a street to keep clear of litter and debris. Groups who participate in this program will have their name listed on the City’s website and signage installed on their adopted street. For more information, call 837-6869 or email adoptastreet@cityofdestin.com.
Grand Boulevard Farmers Market
Grand Boulevard Farmers Market takes place every Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Grand Park in the heart of Grand Boulevard in South Walton. Bring your shopping bag and load up on local produce, eggs, jams and pies. Homemade soap, good olive oil, and pickled things are all there for the taking.
Rosemary Beach Farmers Market
Come browse the 30A Farmers Market in Rosemary Beach on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The local farmers market takes place on Sundays year round, and Thursdays throughout the summer months, in North Barrett Square along Scenic 30A.
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