Calendar
MBARA Kingfish Tournament Registration and Captains Meeting
September 12, 2008 5:00 PM
- 1:00 AM
El Governor Motel - Mexico Beach
This year Kingfish Tournament anglers compete for prizes up to $4,000 for the largest King Mackerel. Other categories have prizes from up to $2,000. Registration is $150
per boat. After being rescheduled due to tropical storm Fay, this year?s tournament will be held Saturday, September 13th. Captains Meeting and registration will be Friday, September 12th at 5:00 central time at the El Governor Motel on Highway 98 in Mexico Beach.
Yappy Hour
September 12, 2008 6:00 PM
- 8:00 PM
Friday @ The Thirsty Goat
The goat has gone to the dogs again. Bring your well behaved pooch for a drink on the porch. Costume Contest for those pups that dress up. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Humane Society.
MBARA Kingfish tournament
September 13, 2008
Mexico Beach
www.mbara.org
The Mexico Beach Artificial Reef Association, Inc. (MBARA) is a not for profit organization dedicated to artificial reef deployment, research and public education. For more information or to register for the Kingfish Tournament call Ron Childs at 850-648-4354 or e-mail rechilds@bellsouth.net.
MBARA 12th Annual Kingfish Tournament
September 13, 2008
Mexico Beach
12th Annual MBARA Kingfish Tournament
September 13, 2008
Mexico Beach, Florida
The Mexico Beach Artificial Reef Association, Inc. (MBARA) is a not for profit organization dedicated to artificial reef deployment, research and public education.
This year Kingfish Tournament anglers can win up to $4,000 for the largest King Mackerel. Other categories have prizes from up to $2,000. This year Prickly Pears Gourmet Gallery in Mexico Beach, is sponsoring a new category - the "Trash King" category for the person who brings back the most trash. Trash is a huge problem on our beaches and the idea is to have the boats bring back all their trash and pick up all they find floating off shore.
Live Music with David Carty
September 18, 2008 7:00 PM
- 10:00 PM
Thursday @ Thirsty Goat
David Carty will be here with his keyboard performing some of your favorite songs.
The 9th Annual Gulf Coast Writers and Storytellers Conference
September 20, 2008
Language Arts Department of Gulf Coast Community College (5230 W. Hwy 98, Panama City, FL).
This year, we?re pleased to announce that our special guests will be mystery author,
Alafair Burke, and Chuck Sambuchino, editor of Guide to Literary Agents.
They will join our accomplished faculty for another wonderful year of inspiration and education. Past presenters include, Jim Pascoe, Jim Huang, Margaret Coel, Benjamin M. LeRoy, editor of Bleak House Books; judge and novelist Terry Lewis; poet, novelist and writing professor, Lynn Wallace; literary agents, Mark Ryan and Cricket Pechstein; fiction writer and English professor, Douglas Wells; fiction writer and newspaper columnist, Tony Simmons; novelist, River Jordan; novelist and reporter, S. V. Date; novelist, columnist, and screenwriter, Michael Lister.
In addition to covering the elements of craft, we will be hosting the September meeting of the Florida Chapter of the Mystery Writers of America and host the Horror Writers Association.
A new Reader?s Corner will take place on Friday evening.
Sign up to read your work at a literary reception.
SaltAir Farmers' Market
September 20, 2008 10:00 AM
- 2:00 PM
Downtown Port St. Joe
The Port St. Joe SaltAir Farmers' Market brings fresh seasonal produce from local small farmers and much more to Florida's Forgotten Coast. Throughout the growing season, regionally grown vegetables and fruit, locally harvested Gulf seafood, carefully crafted artisan goods, and educational opportunities highlight the market's. Located in downtown Port St. Joe, the SaltAir Farmers' Market serves as a community gathering place and cultural center where attendees can enjoy arts, workshops, live music, and exhibitions while shopping the market and Reid Avenue's retail district. There is no better place to be on a Saturday Morning.
Wine and Music for Autism
September 20, 2008 3:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Prickly Pears Gourmet Gallery
Saturday, September 20th Prickly Pears will host a wine tasting, concert and silent auction to benefit the new Growing Minds center for Autism in Port St. Joe. Wine tasting starts at 3:00 p.m. central time. Charlie and Dana Black will play from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Silent Auction will end at 6:30. Contact Prickly Pears for more information and if you would like to donate to the silent auction.
Live Music with Larry Parker
September 25, 2008 7:00 PM
- 10:00 PM
Thursday @ Thirsty Goat
Paws in the Park / Bow Wow Bash
September 27, 2008
Port St. Joe
September 27, 7:00 am - 2:00 pm / 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Downtown Port St Joe
www.sjbhumanesociety.org
Bring Man's Best Friend to the park to compete for prizes from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm, then join the dinner dance and support the Gulf County Humane Society 6:00 to 11:00 pm. For details contact 850-541-3981.
Mexico Beach - Beach Blast Triathlon
September 27, 2008 8:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Veteran?s Memorial Park of Beacon Hill, St. Joe Beach & Mexico Beach
www.thebeachblast.com
BEACH BLAST has qualified to be a 2008 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! The Beach Blast race consists of four races; you pick your race and distance:
Sprint Triathlon 0.45 mile swim - 15 mile bike - 3.1 mile run
Sprint Duathlon 1.2 mile run - 15 mile bike - 3.1 mile run
Olympic Triathlon 0.9 mile swim - 25 mile bike - 6.2 mile run
Olympic Duathlon 3.1 mile run - 25 mile bike - 6.2 mile run
SaltAir Farmers' Market
October 4, 2008 10:00 AM
- 2:00 PM
Downtown Port St. Joe
The Port St. Joe SaltAir Farmers' Market brings fresh seasonal produce from local small farmers and much more to Florida's Forgotten Coast. Throughout the growing season, regionally grown vegetables and fruit, locally harvested Gulf seafood, carefully crafted artisan goods, and educational opportunities highlight the market's. Located in downtown Port St. Joe, the SaltAir Farmers' Market serves as a community gathering place and cultural center where attendees can enjoy arts, workshops, live music, and exhibitions while shopping the market and Reid Avenue's retail district. There is no better place to be on a Saturday Morning.
Bay Day
October 4, 2008 11:00 AM
- 5:00 PM
St. Joseph Bay Preserves Center, 3515 SR 30A
Low Country Boil $10 11am - 2pm
Guided trips all day. Call for more information and schedule.
Run in the RAW
October 11, 2008 7:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Windmark Beach
Run in the RAW
Race for Autism at Windmark
Proceeds to benefit Growing Minds Center for Autism
Sponsored by Windmark
10K and 1 mile Fun Run
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Race time 9:00AM(EST)
Registration 7:30AM(EST)
Windmark Beach Town Square
For Maps Visit: http://www.joe.com/web/TownsAndHomes/WindMarkBeach/
Registration fee $20.00 10K and $12.00 1 mile
First 100 registered receive a T-shirt
Prizes for overall and age group awards 3 deep
Entertainment and refreshments following
Contact: Christine Hermsdorfer
(850)227-4392
christinetfh@aol.com
Make checks payable to: Growing Minds Center
Mail to Christine Hermsdorfer, 1321 McClelland Ave, Port St. Joe, Fl, 32456
SaltAir Farmers' Market
October 18, 2008 10:00 AM
- 2:00 PM
Downtown Port St. Joe
The Port St. Joe SaltAir Farmers' Market brings fresh seasonal produce from local small farmers and much more to Florida's Forgotten Coast. Throughout the growing season, regionally grown vegetables and fruit, locally harvested Gulf seafood, carefully crafted artisan goods, and educational opportunities highlight the market's. Located in downtown Port St. Joe, the SaltAir Farmers' Market serves as a community gathering place and cultural center where attendees can enjoy arts, workshops, live music, and exhibitions while shopping the market and Reid Avenue's retail district. There is no better place to be on a Saturday Morning.
Ghosts on the Coast
October 31, 2008
Reid Avenue, Port St. Joe
Safely trick or treat down Reid Avenue on Halloween! Children, pet and adult costume contest. Local vendors to distribute candy. Storytellers sponsored by Gulf Alliance for Local Arts.
2008 Shark?s Tooth Golf Tournament and Benefit Social for Gulf Coast Community College
November 7, 2008
to November 8, 2008
The Shark?s Tooth Golf Club, Panama City Beach
2008 Shark?s Tooth Golf Tournament and Benefit Social for Gulf Coast Community College
November 7-8, 2008
The Shark?s Tooth Golf Club
Panama City Beach, Florida
Event Information:
Phone ~ (850) 873-3583
Email ~ foundationstaff@gulfcoast.edu
Web ~ http://www.gulfcoast.edu/foundation/events
Details:
Friday, November 7th ? Benefit Social (Live Entertainment / Silent Auction)
Saturday, November 8th ? Golf Tournament (Shotgun Start / Best Ball Format)
With the support of the St. Joe Company and Shark?s Tooth Golf Club, the Gulf Coast Community College Foundation is proud to bring this first-class golf tournament to our community. Shark?s Tooth is the only private signature course designed by Greg Norman on the entire Emerald Coast. With beautiful live oaks, loblolly pines and acres of preserved wetlands, it continues to be voted one of the finest courses in the southeast.
By sponsoring The Shark?s Tooth Golf Tournament and Benefit Social, you will be providing scholarship and educational program assistance to deserving students at Gulf Coast Community College. For event, tournament and sponsorship opportunities, please contact the GCCC Foundation at (850) 873-3583, email foundationstaff@gulfcoast.edu, or visit http://www.gulfcoast.edu/foundation/events.
Christmas on the Coast
November 28, 2008
to November 29, 2008
Port St. Joe
Reindeer Run 5K , Lighted Boat Parade, Lighted Street Parade, Santa, Tree Lighting Ceremony, local merchants open for Christmas shopping, more details to come!
Eastpoint Christmas Parade
December 6, 2008 10:00 AM
- 10:30 AM
Highway 98 in Eastpoint
The small town of Eastpoint comes to life as Santa comes to town on a fire truck. For more information call Pam Watson @ (850) 653-7041
Wewahitchka Christmas Parade
December 20, 2008
Wewahitchka
TBD
