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City of Freeport Christmas parade Dec. 4

The City of Freeport is hosting their annual Christmas Parade Friday, Dec. 4 at 5:00 p.m. Line-up for the parade begins at 4:00 p.m. at Freeport Middle School. Any club, organization or individual that would like to participate in the parade should contact Mary Neal at 850-974-7772. The annual Christmas Tree Lighting will take place in front of City Hall following the end of the parade.  Among those performing   are Discovery Time Daycare; Freeport Elementary School’s 4th Grade Show Choir,...

South Walton Fire District Elf Ride in Santa Rosa Beach Dec. 6

The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) will be hosting their 8th Annual Elf Ride on Dec. 6th, 2015. Elves of all ages will meet at the Western Lake Beach Access in Watercolor at 1:00 p.m. and bicycle/walk to the SWFD’s Water Color Station located at 2109 CR 395 South, Seagrove (approx. 1.5 miles). Bring an unwrapped toy to benefit the SWFD Angel Tree. Refreshments and a tour of the fire station as well as the fire trucks will be available....

Choctawhatchee Audubon Society December events

December 3: 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 local 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 on the ground floor of the Student Services Building (Bld....

Christmas Reflections in DeFuniak Springs Nov. 27 – Dec. 31

Christmas Reflections in DeFuniak Springs runs from 5 – 9 p.m. nightly Nov. 27 – Dec. 31. See how six million Christmas lights multiply to 12 million when reflected on the perfectly round lake which is the centerpiece of the DeFuniak Springs Historic District. This incredible display on the original grounds of Florida’s Historic Chautauqua has no equal. $3/person, Season Passes $35, ages 6 and under free. Carriage rides by High Horse Farm LLC will be available for an additional...

Outdoor movie night in DeFuniak Springs Nov. 27

Enjoy a movie with your family “the old fashioned way” at the outdoor amphitheater on Circle Drive in DeFuniak Springs beginning at 7:30 pm.  The movie is Miracle on 34th Street (1947 color version). Food vendors on site to settle your appetite and qualifying food purchasers will be entered into a chance to win a raffle. Free admission. Sponsored by the City of DeFuniak Springs Special Events Committee. For more information, call (850) 892-8500....

Christmas Festival in Chipley Dec. 4

The city of Chipley will be lighting up for their annual Christmas Festival on December 4, 2015. The event will be held in the downtown area from 5 – 9 p.m. Enjoy a parade, holiday stroll, Christmas carolers, arts, carriage rides, food vendors, and children’s activities such as bounce house, slide, games, and face painting. The Historical Museum will be offering tours and an open house. Schedule: 5-9 p.m. – Downtown holiday stroll and area merchants offering holiday goodies, discounts...

Walton County unveils plans for South Walton Sports Complex

  • November 17, 2015
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                        The Walton County Department of Administration, in conjunction with the Walton County Board of County Commissioners, hosted a meet and greet and unveiled the preliminary plans for the new South Walton Sports Complex. The County will be putting the construction project out for bid in December or January. The project should start in spring 2016, with a completion target of mid-summer 2017. Site amenities include: event lawn, event...

Star gaze at Eden Gardens State Park Nov. 20

Time: 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. Eden Gardens State Park is hosting a star gazing program on Nov. 20. Volunteers from the Northwest Florida Astronomy Association will set up several telescopes for viewing of star clusters, planets and galaxies, and answer questions about the night sky. All ages are invited to enjoy an evening of star gazing. The Park will close at sunset at 4:45PM. Those attending the star gazing should arrive prior to sunset. Program is from 4:30 – 8:30...