Events on Florida's Forgotten Coast
INConcert Series: Aleksandra “Sasha” Kasman
Apalachicola Trinity Episcopal Church 79 6th Street, Apalachicola, FL, United StatesMusic by composers Medtner, Franck, and Rachmaninoff will be performed. Kasman, who was born into a musical family from Moscow, made her piano debut performance at the age of 13. She holds an M.M. degree from Juilliard School of Music, was recently named the 2019/2020 Young Artist in Residence of NPR's Performance Today, and has…
Full Moon & Sunset Lighthouse Climb
Crooked River Lighthouse 1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle, FL, United StatesThe Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a Full Moon & Sunset Lighthouse Climb on Sunday, February 9, 6-8 pm in Carrabelle, FL. Visitors can enjoy this opportunity to see the gorgeous natural surroundings of the St. George Sound, Carrabelle Beach, and Dog Island, under the night sky at this special Crooked River Lighthouse evening…
Winter Birds of Franklin County
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve Nature Center 108 Island Drive, Eastpoint, FL, United StatesPresented by James Hargrove. Come learn about the feathered winter residents of habitats like Tate’s Hell, East Bay, and St. George Island. James will also show you some bird ID tricks and highlight some upcoming opportunities to practice your birding skills in the coming months. Photos by Jim Mott.
INConcert Series: FAMU Faculty Valentine Jam
Rio Carrabelle 102 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, United StatesEnjoy Valentine's Day in the intimate setting of Rio Carrabelle with a concert of Jazz Standards and Romantic Ballads. Bring your own champagne! Reservations can be made online at riocarrabelle.com.
Guitarist Peter Fletcher
Apalachicola Margaret Key Library 12th Street and Avenue E, Apalachicola, FL 32320The Apalachicola Margaret Key Library Literary Salon program presents a concert by acclaimed classical guitarist Peter Fletcher. Fletcher made his New York Debut at Carnegie Hall in 2007 and played there again in 2017 to rave reviews. He performs throughout the U.S., and music critics say of him that "he handles and plays guitar works…
The Fort at Prospect Bluff
C-Quarters Marina, Carrabelle 501 St. James Ave (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, FL, United StatesThe Carrabelle History Museum is presenting an interesting history program entitled, “The Fort at Prospect Bluff” with historian and author, Dale Cox. It may be hard to imagine now, but right down the road in Franklin County on a bank of the Apalachicola River is a bluff that once boasted the biggest community of escaped…
The Von Wamps & Friends
Cat Pointe Music 29 Island Drive, Eastpoint, FL, United StatesThe much loved Von Wamps return to Cat Pointe Music for an afternoon of their very special original songs as well as favorite covers!
Reserve Wednesday: Oyster Farming in North Florida
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve Nature Center 108 Island Drive, Eastpoint, FL, United StatesShellfish aquaculture in Florida consists primarily of clam farming. However, along the Panhandle primarily in Apalachicola, there are several operations culturing the eastern oyster Crassostrea virginica. Erik Lovestrand, UF/IFAS Franklin County Extension Director, will talk about this emerging industry of oyster farming here in North Florida.
Living Shorelines Overview for Residents
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve Nature Center 108 Island Drive, Eastpoint, FL, United StatesCoastal erosion is a natural process caused by currents, wave action, wind, storms and even boat wakes. The traditional methods used to harden the shoreline like seawalls and rip rap can actually often increase the rate of coastal erosion as well as remove the ability of the shoreline to carry out natural processes. The Apalachicola…
INConcert Series: BlujaFunk
Rio Carrabelle 102 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, United StatesTrumpeter Longineu Parsons joins with an assortment of players to bring an exciting mix of contemporary Blues, Jazz, Funk, and World music. Reservations can be made online at riocarrabelle.com.
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