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Santa visits Artists of Gulf Place

Kids of all ages made holiday gifts at annual open house The Artists Of Gulf Place hosted a Holiday Open House on Nov. 26 and 27. Children visited with Santa Claus to tell him how good they were all year and to put in their Christmas requests. Kids of all ages had the opportunity to make their own holiday gifts such as pottery, jewelry and tie-dyeing t-shirts. Artists of Gulf Place is located on the corner of CR393 and Scenic...

Alaqua Animal Refuge furever friend of the week

Playful, lovable pup looking for a new friend Who is gray and white, has funny floppy ears and a long tail perfect for lots of wagging?  That would be Ziggy!  This irresistible and extremely lovable pup is a Yorkie mix currently hanging his collar at Alaqua Animal Refuge.  Ziggy is oh so eager to please, and is hoping to find a loving forever home this holiday season.  He looks forward with great enthusiasm to his daily play time, and after...

Alaqua Animal Refuge holiday open house and shopping fair Dec. 11

Enjoy a tour of refuge, live music, shopping and a visit from Santa Alaqua Animal Refuge, is hosting their annual holiday open house from Noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 11. Live entertainment by Blackwater, holiday treats and beverages, a petting zoo, children’s games, photos with Santa, all while showcasing the unique refuge in Freeport. Guests will have an opportunity to meet Champ, a miniature horse that was rescued in September and quickly became an international online sensation through his courageous...

Cut your own Christmas tree at Strickland-Davis Tree Farm

DeFuniak Springs farm offers three types of trees Bring back an old holiday tradition, or start a new one as you select and cut down your own Christmas tree at Strickland-Davis Tree Farm. There are three types of trees to chose from – Leyland cypress, red cedar or Arizona Blue Ice. The Arizona Blues are available in grow bags for replanting after the Christmas holidays. Pricing is $6/ft. up to 8 foot tall, $7.00/ft. 8 – 10 ft. tall, $8.00/ft....

Freeport Town Planters Society hosts Christmas Tour of Homes Dec. 5

Proceeds benefit civic projects The Freeport Town Planters Society will host its sixth annual Christmas Tour of Homes from 1:30 to 5 p.m. on Dec. 5. Houses include the Blount house in Freeport behind the old Post Office across from Kelly’s; Russ Barley and Tim Ard’s home in Waterview Cove; Leta-Fern and Michael Bickers home on Whitfield Road off of Hwy. 20 in Portland; and Jacque and Harroll Castle’s horse ranch on Hwy. 20 in Portland. Tickets are $5 presale...

Give holiday gifts to the birds at Coastal Branch Library Dec. 4

Make edible ornaments and decorate the cedar tree in front of the library Date/time: Dec. 4, Noon – 2 p.m. The Friends of the Coastal Branch Library will be hosting their Christmas For The Birds on Dec. 4. Children can enjoy making edible ornaments and decorate a cedar tree in front of the library. Pine cones will be coated with peanut butter and seed, then hung with care as a special treat for the birds. Santa will arrive on a...

Artists at Gulf Place hosting holiday open house Nov. 26-27

Two days of interactive art and entertainment for kids of all ages The Artists at Gulf Place will be hosting their annual Holiday Open House on Fri. and Sat., Nov. 26-27 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Make your own holiday gifts: Raku firing, tie dye, lucky stars, jewelry and recycled art projects will be available during the two day event. Santa will be arriving on Saturday and will be available for professional photos from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m....

DeFuniak Springs tour of homes tours Dec. 4

Tour on your own during the day, take the trolley candlelight tour at night Partners In Progress of DeFuniak Springs has announced their 20th annual Tour of Homes, set for Sat., Dec. 4, 2010. This year, there will be two tours. Tickets are on sale from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. and self-guided tours will last from noon to 4 p.m. These marvelous homes will be decked out in all their Christmas finery and feature a variety in style and...