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Christmas Candlelight Tour and Open House at Eden Gardens Dec 17

Christmas Candlelight Tour and Open House at Eden Gardens Dec 17

The Friends of Eden Gardens State Park invite the public to the annual Eden Gardens State Park Christmas Candlelight Open House on Saturday, December 17 from 5pm to 8pm. Enjoy the traditional walk through the luminaries through the Park to the Historic Wesley House and it’s beautifully decorated rooms. You'll be greeted by carolers and guided throughout the house to see and hear about each beautifully decorated room. Guests can even vote on their favorite room. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Fillin' the Fryers With Fat Flat Flounders

Fillin' the Fryers With Fat Flat Flounders

It's early winter at the beach, one of the best times of the year to live here. No lines at the grocery, no traffic on 30A, still some really nice days at the beach and... the Flounders are thick! With this being the "slow time" my trips have dropped off from twice a day every day to just a couple a week. I spend most of my time dealing with all the real world stuff like rebuilding boats and tackle, trying to cram in a years worth of put off doctor visits, house chores that get put off, renewing dozens of fishing permits etc. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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La Lumiere: A Masquerade Affair At WaterColor LakeHouse Feb 10

La Lumiere: A Masquerade Affair At WaterColor LakeHouse Feb 10

“La Lumière: A Masquerade Affair” will light up the night on Friday, February 10, 2017, from 6-10 p.m. at The LakeHouse on Western Lake in WaterColor. This is SoWal local Hannah Martin's 3rd Annual Birthday Bash benefitting Special Olympics of Florida - Walton County. Hannah is a Broker Associate with The Premiere Property Group and has established a great way to celebrate, and give back to our community on the same night. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Seasons Change Fishing Strong

Seasons Change Fishing Strong

Well the seasons are finally changing, the surf is up and I am on the hill doing boat chores. We have had a long run of good weather and fairly warm temps. I got to run trips in the Gulf for 8 out of 10 days at the end of November this year. Most years I get booked every day around Thanksgiving but only get to run half of my trips due to weather. Red Snappers are closed now till sometime next year (probably in May) and we can finally start targeting some other critters! Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Great Condos at Seagrove Beach

Great Condos at Seagrove Beach

In the 1940s and 1950s families that visited SoWal every Summer stayed in quaint cottages - some were simple and practical concrete block homes that stayed cooler on hot days and defied the elements. Some of the getaways were wooden shotgun shacks moved down to the beach from Old Point Washington where they had housed workers when lumber was booming. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for October 2016

Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for October 2016

The latest local real estate report for October 2016 includes statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. Single family closed sales were down 13% for October compared to the same month last year. The first month over month drop in quite awhile. The percentage of closed sales paid in cash was down 17%. Inventory was down 4%. Median sales price was down 5%. Months Supply of Inventory for Walton County is down 9% over same month last year at 6.8 months for October 2016. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Meltdown on 30A Got Gooey Goodness

Meltdown on 30A Got Gooey Goodness

Meltdown on 30A pays homage to something that is all too often taken for granted. Consistency. They say that change is the only thing that’s certain besides death and taxes. After surviving a crazy election season, we’re finally welcoming the first signs of Fall at the beach. Like it or not, change is in the air. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Seaside Pavilions are Unique Gateways to Beach Bliss

Seaside Pavilions are Unique Gateways to Beach Bliss

If you’ve ever driven down Scenic 30A through Seaside, then chances are you've seen one or more of the Seaside pavilions on the Gulf. They are beautiful and enticing. They may be the most photographed architecture in South Walton, and they are also quite significant to SoWal’s history and architectural story. The nine pavilions help make our community stand out from other beach destinations, and each structure is unique in appearance and designed by a different architect. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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SoWal Sea Turtle Season Summary 2016

SoWal Sea Turtle Season Summary 2016

Baby sea turtle hatchlings heading out to sea are just too darn cute! Their little flippers propel them toward the open gulf, their tell-tale tracks miniature replicas of those tracks left only a few months prior by their massive mother. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Flutterby Festival Nov 12 & 13 In Rosemary Beach

Flutterby Festival Nov 12 & 13 In Rosemary Beach

The annual Flutterby Festival returns to Rosemary Beach Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 12 & 13, from 10am-4pm. Flutterby Festival celebrates the arts and the migration of the Monarch Butterfly along Scenic Highway 30A. Flutterby is a childrens arts festival... it's a place for kids to flitter! This is a beautiful fall tradition in South Walton. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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For the Health Of It Keeps Scenic 30A Healthy

For the Health Of It Keeps Scenic 30A Healthy

For the Health of It has been in business for 22 years in Blue Mountain Beach. That’s long enough to see organic babies grow into organic kids into organic teens into healthy adults. After all this time, the good folks at the health food store / nutritional emporium / juice & smoothie bar still manage to keep things fresh. Now they’re stocking items from the largest provider of organic produce in the Southeast to offer loyal customers clean food at conventional prices. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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The Blue Giraffe has a Heart of Gold

The Blue Giraffe has a Heart of Gold

Debbie Taylor and Christi Sheffield are the dynamic mother-daughter duo behind the scenes at The Blue Giraffe, and they want to give you the warm and fuzzies. For the past 6 years they have carefully selected the art, gifts and books that cover their gallery’s colorful walls, making The Blue Giraffe one of the more unique places to support the local arts scene. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Beau Home Interiors Coastal Style

Beau Home Interiors Coastal Style

Beau Interiors embodies a peaceful lifestyle. Whether you’re browsing for gifts, designing a home, or reading a faith based book in the beautiful surroundings, an old adage holds true. Owner Margie Perry creates an environment that leaves you feeling too blessed to be stressed. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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SoWal Guide for the Amazing Scenic 30A Bike Trail

SoWal Guide for the Amazing Scenic 30A Bike Trail

There’s no better way to get up close and personal with South Walton's beauty and charm than to pedal along our paved 18-mile bike path. It winds past rare coastal dune lakes, stellar state parks, massive dunes, and through several charming SoWal beach towns. Biking in SoWal is a perfect family activity, an ideal way to get some exercise, and a whole lot of fun. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Trebeaché Halloween Masquerade With Randall Bramblett Band Oct 29

Trebeaché Halloween Masquerade With Randall Bramblett Band Oct 29

Halloween Masquerade Party & Costume Contest at Trebeaché on Saturday October 29 from 6-11pm at the upstairs haunted ballroom in the heart of Blue Mountain Beach. Featuring music by Randall Bramblett Band. Franko Washboard Jackson and The Steeno's to open the show. Doors open at 6pm. Music at 7pm. Tickets available online now! Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for September 2016

Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for September 2016

The latest local real estate report for September 2016 includes statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. Single family closed sales were up a 2.4% for September compared to the same month last year. The percentage of closed sales paid in cash was down 44%. Inventory was down 1%. Median sales price was down 1%. Months Supply of Inventory for Walton County is down 8% over same month last year at 7.2 months for September 2016. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Emerald Coast Theatre Company Moves To Grand Boulevard

Emerald Coast Theatre Company Moves To Grand Boulevard

Lights…. Camera… Action! SoWal theatre lovers will soon be able to enjoy Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) performances at their new home at Grand Boulevard amid all the shops and restaurants. The space is upstairs at 560 Grand Boulevard on the Hwy. 98 side of the building. ECTC Producing Artistic Director Nathaniel Fisher can’t wait for the first production to unfold and talks excitedly about the company’s first “Upstairs” production, Constellations, to be held Oct. 20 & 21. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Plan Your Stay With Rent 30A

Plan Your Stay With Rent 30A

What do you do when one weekend a month turns into two weekends a month that last Wednesday through Friday? You move to the beach and do nothing for a while. At least that’s what John Wellborn did before starting Rent 30A. John spent every summer since he was seven at his family's beach house on Eastern Lake. By the time he was in his late twenties, he had grown tired of the Atlanta grind and decided to answer the call of the SoWal beach life. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Celebrate the Best of the Emerald Coast at Grand Boulevard Oct 22

Celebrate the Best of the Emerald Coast at Grand Boulevard Oct 22

Celebrate the Best of the Emerald Coast 2016 at Grand Boulevard on Saturday, October 22 from 6:00 p.m to 9:00 p.m. Each year, Emerald Coast Magazine holds their Choice Poll for the best restaurants, shopping, services, entertainment and businesses along the Emerald Coast. As winners are announced, it's time to toast to your favorite places to shop, dine, relax and take care of business. Tickets available now! Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Explore The Outdoors Festival Oct 15

Explore The Outdoors Festival Oct 15

The 7th annual Explore The Outdoors Festival kicks off Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 am – 2 pm at the beautiful waterfront location of Live Oak Landing in Freeport. This fun-filled day is geared towards introducing children to the wonders of exploring nature and the outdoor experience. Hands on activities include fishing, kayaking, archery, wildlife encounters, interactive educational exhibits, nature-based crafts, giveaways and more. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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