what's [coming up] & other local [chatter] ...
[new today] Check out the Cultural Arts Association ART workshops coming up! >> GO.
[new today] Vince Gill is coming to Beaches of South Walton Confirms for a FREE Concert September 25! Full info >> GO.
[new today] Sandestin Celebration Fishing Tournament fires up this week! Info >> GO.
Mark your calendars! NINE-2-TEN Fashion Event to benefit the Cultural Arts Association of Walton County is happening September 2, 2010! Tickets are only $25 and can be purchased online here. Read >> FULL INFO.
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Watercolor Wednesdays and Thirsty Thursdays are offered every week from 1-4 p.m. at Donna Burgess Studio in Grand Boulevard. The class level is Beginner-Advanced, so everyone is welcome! Cost is $75 if you bring your own supplies and $95 if they are provided for you. For a supply list and more information, visit www.artzbydonnaburgess.com or call (850) 837-1887.
Registration is now on for the 2011 SEASIDE Half Marathon & 5K. This event sells out every year so don't wait. We heard they are still extending a local's discount so be sure to inquire if you live in South Walton! Full information >> GO.
Call for Vendor's for the Annual Seaside Community Yard Sale coming in October! Full info >> GO.
from the [music]
scene...
Catch some live tunes at these fine establishments around South Walton. Visit the website or call for lineup.
Graffiti & Funky Blues Shack - Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin, (850) 424-6650 Open Mic Night @930PM
Old Florida Fish House - Seagrove Beach, FL (850) 534-3045 - Karaoke @830PM
Red Bar - Grayton Beach, (850) 231-1008 - Dread Clampitt @7PM
Rum Runners Dueling Piano Bar, Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin - Wes @830PM
Shorty's Surfside & Topside - Grayton Beach, (850) 468-0417 - Chris Alvarado @7PM
Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar - Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, (850) 654-1743 - Rudy Applewhite on the steel drums @4PM.
from the [foodie] scene ...
recent [news headlines] from around the coast ...Whatcha hungry for? Find a restaurant on SouthWaltonDiningScene.com >> GO.
Save some moola!! This weeks Happy Hour & Dining Deals >> GO.
[wine tasting] Complimentary wine tasting and 1/2 priced Sushi at Crush in SEASIDE every Thursday from 4-6PM.
[wine tasting] Every Friday night from 5-7PM at Wine World at WaterColor on Scenic Hwy 30A and Wine World at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin. Sample 10 wines for $10 per person with an instant $5 rebate toward the purchase of one of the featured wines (rebate only good day of tasting). Cheese plates are available during the tasting for $5.
[foodie event] Wild Olives in Rosemary Beach is hosting Vine to Wine, a 2010 Taste of the Beach event, this Friday, August 27 from 530-730PM. Come and sample from a lot of 250 wines for $35. Information and tickets (850) 231.0065.
[foodie event] Rosemary Beach Uncorked coming this October! The chic coastal town of Rosemary Beach, FL, located along Scenic Hwy. 30-A, is the setting for “Rosemary Beach Uncorked,” a culinary and wine pairing event taking place on Saturday, Oct. 23, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Net Proceeds from the event will benefit Caring and Sharing of South Walton County, a volunteer group which provides food and assistance to locals in need. >> FULL INFO.
[recent restaurant news]
● Chef Ed Reese, formerly Executive Chef of Bud & Alley's in Seaside, has taken the Executive Chef position at Caliza Restaurant at Alys Beach. Caliza serves dinner Tuesday - Saturday, from 530-9PM.● Stinky's Liar's Club Cafe', located on 30A right next to Stinky's Fish Camp in Dune Allen Beach, is now open for breakfast starting at 7AM. Call for hours of operation 850-622-BAIT.
● Fonville Press in Alys Beach is now offering live music by Sean Dietrich and a $20 wine and small bite tasting every Wednesday evening from 5-7PM.
Check out the FOODIE NEWS YOU CAN USE archives for more chatter >> GO.
- Tropical Storm Danielle growing stronger >> Read story.
- Wreck on Highway 98 in Miramar Beach >> Read story.
- Man baits dolphins, catches officer's attention >> Read story.
- New PCB beach events could become annual affairs >> Read story.
- Clean Coast Music and Art Fest rocks Destin >> Read story.
- Oiled turtle recovered off Destin among those released back into the Gulf >> Read story.
- Three times the triumph at Sandestin Triathlon >> Read story.
- NOAA extends red snapper season >> Read story.
- Walton appoints new EOC director, emergency manager >> Read story.
from the [yoga + fitness] scene...
Find your happy place today at a yoga and/or fitness class at one of these South Walton studios, clubs and classes:
The Studio in Seaside current class schedule >> GO.
Balance 30A in Seagrove Beach current class schedule >> GO.
Grayton Beach Fitness current class schedule >> GO.
Pure Barre - Santa Rosa Beach current class schedule >> GO.
Rosemary Beach Fitness Center current class schedule >> GO.
WaterColor Workout current class schedule >> must call 850-534-5950
YOLO Paddlefit Standup Paddle Board classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday at 5PM and beginner classes every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 9AM. Call 850-259-1990 for pricing and location information.
