October is the time for Seaside, the REP Theatre and a lovely home in beautiful Ruskin Place.
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SoWal Stories
Stories by SoWal Staff & Contributors.
Traditionally, the harvest moon symbolizes a new beginning and that's why Point Washing Medical Clinic works as hard as they do.
The volunteers, staff and supporters of the Point Washington Medical Clinic (PWMC) have dedicated hours of time and commitment this year, leading to the expansion of the clinic’s hours of operation to offer a second day of care. The free clinic is now open on Mondays and Wednesdays in order to accommodate more patients. This momentum has also led to a monumental announcement that will be shared at this year’s Harvest Moon event.
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The REP's Fall 2019 lineup brings theater, music and film to the Meeting Hall Theater in Seaside, Florida.
Make plans for a night out around town for dinner and drinks followed by a play with The REP actors on the main stage, an intimate concert performance, and a film with the one you love. Tickets can be purchased in advance at LoveTheREP.com.
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It's time to get out your favorite coastal chic threads, put on your dancing shoes and get ready for a memorable evening raising funds for the kids!
Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN) is excited to announce the Big Give is set for Friday, Sept. 27 at Bud & Alley’s in Seaside!
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Join us for suds, games, fun, food, and more suds at Grayton Beer Brewpub on Saturday, September 28, 2019 from noon to 4PM!
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Edward’s Fine Food and Wine is an excellent and entertaining, fresh fine dining restaurant in the heart of Rosemary Beach.
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The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County including South Walton real estate activity for June 2019, with statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida.
Single family homes closed sales were up a remarkable 20.2% for June 2019 compared to the same month last year. The number of pending sales for Walton County was up 4.8%. Inventory was down 4.3%. Notably, median sales price was up 7.4%. Dollar volume increased 13.3% over last year at $212 Million.
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Lunchtime at Red Fish Taco is a festive affair!
We like to hop over to the Blue Mountain Beach eatery as often as we can to get our fix of fun and tacos. Seems like too long since our last visit. If you haven't been to the hot spot in Redfish Village (where Trebeache' used to be), they’ve really brightened the place up. Whitewashed walls bounce light around the room and our favorite Justin Gaffrey pieces are still bringing the outside in.
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Chef Jim Shirley has expanded his collection of popular SoWal restaurants with the opening of North Beach Tortilla Co. (NBTC), a taco and tequila bar on the bay at the 331 bridge.
Excellent sunset views and happy hour offerings already have us hanging out regularly on the white sand beach, working to disprove (prove?) the slogan painted over the beachside bar, "Tequila Always Wins."
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The 8th Annual Alys Beach 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run takes place Labor Day weekend on Sunday, September 1 from 7am til 12pm.
Located along Scenic 30A, the course winds through the resort town and ends with an oversized obstacle course for kids of all ages. Music, food, and beverages will be available in the Alys Beach Amphitheatre at the after party. Proceeds from the 2019 race will benefit Children in Crisis. Registration is OPEN!
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Restaurateurs Hanie and Marie Nasri have come full circle in their quest for cooking, serving, and satisfying their loyal customers in SoWal.
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Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) announces its seventh annual season on the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast.
ECTC is a non-profit professional theater company founded by Anna and Nathanael Fisher, MFA, in 2012 with a mission to enrich and entertain the Emerald Coast community through professional and educational theater.
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If you want to get some REAL Grayton flavor - this is where you wanna go!
Go where the locals go and eat what the locals eat. Delicious down-home cooking with flair. Grayt folks serving up Grayt grub with Grayt hospitality.
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Shaka Sushi and Noodle Bar is the place to hang loose and catch some positive vibes in Inlet Beach.
In addition to sushi, the menu features sashimi and nigiri, small plates, poke bowls, bento boxes, and ramen. The flavors of the menu might be complex, but the space itself is cool and clean, much like your palate after a bite of pickled ginger.
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You deserve some rest and relaxation from the hustle and bustle of summer. You deserve Beach Ready Spa in Seaside!
A spa day is the ultimate expression of self-care, and visitors to the spa book appointments for many different reasons. So, whether you’re getting beach ready with a mani-pedi, enjoying a healing massage, or getting the full treatment for your wedding day, Beach Ready Spa is the place to be.
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Carefully curated for those who enjoy the finer things in life, The Aqua is one of two corner units with an open floor plan and it's very own splash pool providing you tranquil personal space.
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The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County including South Walton real estate activity for May 2019, with statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida.
Single family homes closed sales were up 3.4% for May 2019 compared to the same month last year. The number of pending sales for Walton County was up 4.7%. Inventory was down 2.6%. Notably, median sales price was up 8.9%. Dollar volume increased 10.8% over last year at $221 Million.
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Raw & Juicy has a new home in Alys Beach and we’re loving it!
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In the heart of Alys Beach lies the Alys Shoppe, a destination boutique for women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel. The shop has everything you need to spend a week at the beach in style.
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The Market Shops, located at the entrance to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, will host the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce for their Business After Hours event on Thursday, September 19, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in celebration of the six-year anniversary of the shopping center.
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The next time you find yourself strolling around Seaside, pop in our favorite new store. Because you deserve a new pair of shoes!
The fabulous Town Square Shoes is nestled between Modica Market and the Seaside Post Office on the circle. Barefoot is great on the beach, but your feet will thank you when you slip into a pair of Birkenstock’s or Mephisto’s - solid comfort, totally fashionable, and ALMOST barefoot!
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Get ready to party like you did back in the day!
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Sacred Heart Health System, part of Ascension Florida, has officially begun construction of a healthcare facility in the Watersound Origins community in eastern SoWal, in collaboration with Commercial Real Estate Development, LLC, a subsidiary of the St. Joe Company.
The new healthcare facility broke ground on May 28 and will be at the entrance of Watersound, 20 miles east of Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast. The St. Joe Company is a Northwest Florida-based real estate developer known for its planned communities.
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Chris Alvarado, Owner & Founder of Driftwood Guitars, has a new project to build a one-of-a-kind guitar in honor of the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock music festival. The neck of the guitar will be crafted out of wood from the historic Woodstock stage. Alvarado will be breathing new life into the stage wood from many years ago, adding to the musical heritage and legacy of Woodstock.
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The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) has opened a new Pottery Studio at the Bayou Arts Center in Santa Rosa Beach. Classes will begin in Fall with reservations being on a first-come, first-served basis.
The gift of pottery equipment several years ago by long-time CAA members and artists Tom and Karen McGee was the catalyst for the idea of the Pottery Studio, which came to fruition through a generous donation from Shawn and Richard Tomasello.
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