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Reserve Wednesday: Oyster Farming in North Florida

Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve Nature Center 108 Island Drive, Eastpoint, FL, United States

Shellfish 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 States

Coastal 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…

Apalachicola Farmers Market

Mill Pond 479 Market St, Apalachicola, United States

Local seafood, produce, honey, homemade breads, pies, and other regional specialties offered every 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9 AM until 1 PM.

Joe Capo – Acoustic Parlor Guitar

Cat Pointe Music 29 Island Drive, Eastpoint, FL, United States

Joe Capo's unique style is “acoustic parlor guitar” blending elements of blues, jazz and new age into original arrangements of popular tunes and original compositions. Don't miss this exciting artist!

$15

Jane Howard: The Visible Horizon – Opening Reception

Live Oak Gallery 156 Market Street, Apalachicola, FL, United States

Saint George Island beachscapes and Apalachicola coastal scenes by local artist, Jane Howard, will be displayed in such a way as to create a continuous horizon line around the gallery, drawing attention to that theoretical place where the earth meets the sky. "Her oil paintings reflect close observation and thoughtful examination of the world around…

Walkin Tacos and Fish Rubbing

Carrabelle Senior Center 201 NW Ave F, Carrabelle, United States

The Carrabelle Artist Assoc is sponsoring the annual Walkin Tacos and Fish Rubbing on February 29, Leap Day at the Carrabelle Senior Center. Advance sale tickets are $8.00, or $10 at the door. The ticket includes  Walkin’ Tacos, a drink, and a guided experience fish rubbing on rice paper. The time is 11AM to 3PM.…

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