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Choctawhatchee Audubon events for December 2013

  December 5: Monthly Meeting and Program: Pictorial Survey of Birds that are Rare or Difficult to Identify during the Christmas Bird Count by Alan Knothe, biologist.  The Christmas Bird Count is an internationally recognized survey monitoring the population of birds.  Alan, a noted birding expert, will explain the key identification features for rare or unusual sightings using high quality digital photography. The meeting will be held in Room 130 of the new Student Services Building at Northwest Fla. State...

Scottish Christmas celebrations in DeFuniak Springs Dec. 13, 14

Saturday events cancelled The City of DeFuniak Springs Economic Development and Tourism Committee is hosting a Scottish Christmas Festival Dec. 13 – 14, 2013.  The honored clan this year Clan Macleod.  Kick off the holidays off with a traditional Ceilidh (Kaylee) party at 4-C’s BBQ on December 13, 2013, from 6 – 11 p.m.  There will be a Scottish band and open microphone for storytelling and poetry.  Come sample some traditional Scottish grub and be sure to wear your tartan...

Rosemary Beach Unleashed Festival Nov. 17

The 3rd Annual Rosemary Beach Unleashed will be held on Sunday, November 17, from 1 – 4 pm on East Long Green in Rosemary Beach.  This FREE Community Festival is a fun-filled afternoon for 2- and 4-legged friends.  Your dog can be a part of a variety of competitions – children’s handling, best trick, dog fashion show, and more.  Music, bake sale, dance performances, and agility demonstrations will keep everyone entertained.  Pet adoptions by Alaqua Animal Refuge.  Dog  Pet-icures by...

South Walton Holiday Parade and Christmas Tree lighting Nov. 30

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…which means it’s time to show off your holiday spirit with the “Annual South Walton Holiday Parade,” Saturday, November 30th beginning at 4  p.m. As is the case each and every year, the parade will stage in front of the Seagrove Plaza (home to Garrett Realty & Bruno’s Pizza), and roll down Scenic Highway 30A, past the rows of spectators and end in Seaside. The celebration continues with Turn on the Town at the conclusion...

Nutcracker Ballet returns to Seaside Nov. 23

The Merchants of SEASIDE® are pleased to announce the return of the annual Nutcracker ballet performed by the Dance Academy of Seaside Neighborhood School (SNS) and Alpharetta Dance Theatre. A memorable holiday viewing tradition, the one-time performance is free and open to the public Saturday, Nov. 23 at 5 p.m. in the Amphitheater. SEASIDE co-founder and patron of the Arts Daryl Davis invited Alpharetta Dance Theatre dancers back to perform the Nutcracker with the dancers of Seaside Neighborhood School after standing...

Sandestin hosts 2013 Habitrot Nov. 9

Due to Tropical Storm Karen, the Third Annual Habitrot at Sandestin is rescheduled for November 9th, 2013 at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. From the beach to the bay, runners will be able to soak in views of the resort including the Gulf of Mexico, Choctawhatchee Bay, beautifully manicured golf courses, ponds, nature and so much more. All race proceeds will directly benefit Habitat for Humanity of Walton County, FL to help build lives and a stronger community in which...