December 20, 2014 CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT TOUR AND OPEN HOUSE Eden Gardens State Park Date: Saturday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

December 20, 2014

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT TOUR AND OPEN HOUSE
Eden Gardens State Park

Date: Saturday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Description:

The Department of Environmental Protection’s Eden Gardens State Park and the Friends of Eden State Gardens, Inc. invite you to join them for a holiday tour of the Wesley House. Enjoy a Candlelight Tour through the park with luminaries that lead to the Historic Wesley House. Take a tour through the house and admire the beautifully decorated rooms. Guests can even vote on their favorite room. After the tour is complete, the Friends of Eden will be providing refreshments in the pavilion. It's an evening to be enjoyed by all who attend. Donations to the Friends of Eden are welcomed and appreciated.

Participation Requirements

Fees: Admission fees to the park are waived for the event.

Contact: (850) 267-8320

Directions:

• Eden Gardens State Park is located in Point Washington, off U.S. 98 on C.R. 395.

Resident Holiday Party 12/17/14

Resident Social is Tonight 12/10/14 5:30 pm

Stop by the Resident Clubhouse for some Sheppard's Pie and Dessert! 5:30-7:30

Street Party Countdown - HarborWalk Village Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village December 31, 2014 - January 1, 2015

Street Party Countdown - HarborWalk Village

Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village
December 31, 2014 - January 1, 2015 
850-424-0600 
http://www.emeraldgrande.com/event.aspx

Family Friendly and Free to the public! Live Concert by DEPARTURE the nation's hottest Journey Tribute Band, 2 Fireworks shows at 8:00 PM and Midnight and the 7th Annual Ball Drop! Park once and Party at over 7 Clubs and Restaurants in HarborWalk Village. Ring in the New Year with thousands of your closest friends! Call 850-424-0600 for details and information.

Countdown & Cocktails in the Harborview Room - Emerald Grande December 31, 2014 - January 1, 2015

Countdown & Cocktails in the Harborview Room - Emerald Grande

December 31, 2014 - January 1, 2015 
850-424-0622 
http://www.emeraldgrande.com/event.aspx

Ring in the New Year with the hottest party in town. Kiss 2014 goodbye as you celebrate with DJ Vladi and cocktails. Dance and watch fireworks from your private view of the harbor. Mingle at midnight with the most chic party in town and enjoy Chef selected hor's devours. $25.00 per person in advance and $30.00 day of. VIP tickets offered with priority seating and complimentary champagne. Call for details and stay and play rates at Emerald Grande 850-424- 0622.

Grande Gala in Emerald Grande's Ballroom December 31, 2014 - January 1, 2015

Grande Gala in Emerald Grande's Ballroom

December 31, 2014 - January 1, 2015 
850-424-0622 
http://www.emeraldgrande.com/event.aspx

Countdown to the stroke of midnight with our annual ball drop and enjoy the best view for fireworks on the Harbor as you welcome in 2015 with a Chef Selected Menu and Dinner, Live Music by Cool Rayz and Dancing, Festive Cocktail Attire Encouraged. $99 per person. Call for details. Stay and PLAY rates available. Doors open at 7:00 PM.

Breakfast with Santa - Uncle Buck's Fishbowl & Grill Uncle Buck's Fishbowl & Grill December 20, 2014 8AM - 9:30AM

Breakfast with Santa - Uncle Buck's Fishbowl & Grill

Uncle Buck's Fishbowl & Grill
December 20, 2014 8AM - 9:30AM 
850-269-6200 
http://restaurants.basspro.com/UncleBucksFishBowl/

Join Santa at Uncle Buck’s Fishbowl and Grill from 8AM until 9:30AM on Saturday, December 20th to enjoy a wonderful breakfast buffet, including pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, assorted cereals and breakfast beverages.  The kids will enjoy decorating cookies while visiting with Santa and listening to him tell Christmas stories.  $10 for adults, $5 for children 2 to 12 years old and free for children under 2.  Not good with “Free Kid’s Meal” coupons.  Space is limited and reservations are required.  Please call 850-269-6200 for reservations.

Emerald Coast Christmas Miracle First Baptist Church-Fort Walton Beach Christian Life Center December 20, 2014 1PM - 7PM

Emerald Coast Christmas Miracle

First Baptist Church-Fort Walton Beach Christian Life Center
December 20, 2014 1PM - 7PM 
850-305-3686, 850-368-3505 
http://unitedforagoodcause.org

FREE new toys, bikes, coats, prizes & food.  Singers, DJs, magicians, clowns, dance contests & kid's games will be available.

Families with special needs children will have early access to the event from 1PM-2PM.  The event will open to the general public at 3PM.

Guy Harvey Appearance - Destin's Bass Pro Shops Destin's Bass Pro Shops December 13, 2014 12PM - 2PM

Guy Harvey Appearance - Destin's Bass Pro Shops

Destin's Bass Pro Shops
December 13, 2014 12PM - 2PM 
850-269-6200 
http://basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CFPageC?storeId=10151&catalogId=10051&langId=-1&appID=94&tab=3&storeID=17

Renowned marine wildlife artist and conservationist, Guy Harvey, will be making an appearance at Destin’s Bass Pro Shops on Saturday, December 13th from Noon until 2PM.  Come meet with the artist whose depictions of sea life, especially of sportfish, are very popular with sportsfishermen and have been reproduced into prints, posters, T-shirts, jewelry, clothing and other items.  No purchase is necessary to attend this event, however, you may take this opportunity to purchase your favorite Guy Harvey item and have it autographed. 

Third Annual Stuff the Skate NWF Fairgrounds December 13, 2014 7:30PM

Third Annual Stuff the Skate

NWF Fairgrounds
December 13, 2014 7:30PM 
http://beachbrawlsk8rdolls.com

A roller derby and children's Christmas charity event hosted by the Beach Brawl SK8R Dolls.  The event is sponsored by the NWF Fairgrounds and benefits 'Toys for Tots'.

Bout Starts at 7PM and doors open at 6PM.  $10 admission; $5 with 1 toy donation; FREE with 2 toys.  Toys must be new and unwrapped.

Yule of Yesteryear - Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida December 13, 2014 10AM - 4PM

Yule of Yesteryear - Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida

Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida
December 13, 2014 10AM - 4PM 
850-678-2615 
http://heritage-museum.org

Bring the family and enjoy Yule of Yesteryear, a free family-fun holiday celebration at the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida.  The Museum will be open with free admission all day, traditional craft demonstrations, ornament making for children and free picture taking with Santa Claus.

Please call 850-678-2615 or visit www.heritage-museum.org for more information.

36th Annual Jingle Bell Jog - SPF Association Ch 7 "The Boardwalk" on Okaloosa Island December 13, 2014

36th Annual Jingle Bell Jog - SPF Association Ch 7

"The Boardwalk" on Okaloosa Island
December 13, 2014 
850-885-7412 
http://www.sfa7.com / www.facebook.com/sfa07

The Jingle Bell Jog 9AM annual run includes a 5K Run/Walk and a 10K Run.  100% of the proceeds support the families of the 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) fallen Soldiers.  Visit sfa7.com/

Zoobilee of Lights Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge Zoological Park December 12 - December 13, 2014 5PM - 9PM

Zoobilee of Lights

Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge Zoological Park
December 12 - December 13, 2014 5PM - 9PM 
850-650-1880 
http://ecwrzoo.com

Join us for an evening of lights, live entertainment, snowfall, cookie decorating and a very special appearance by Santa and friends!  Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children.

19th Annual Niceville Christmas Display "Animation in Motion" Former K-Mart building, Hwy 20 (John Sims Pkwy) November 28 - December 27, 2014

19th Annual Niceville Christmas Display "Animation in Motion"

Former K-Mart building, Hwy 20 (John Sims Pkwy)
November 28 - December 27, 2014 
850-865-5455 
http://www.TheNicevilleChristmasLady.com

This Christmas Display features over 600 animated dolls, largest Christmas Village in town with over 1000 pieces. N-scale, H.O.-scale, O-scale and G-scale model trains. Come visit our Niceville Christmas display and see our new and unique layout. While you are visiting, grab an evening snack. This a great place for family Christmas pictures, so let us be a part of your Christmas memories. Many activities will be available for the family!

Winter Harbor Market AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar December 10 - December 14, 2014

Winter Harbor Market

AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar
December 10 - December 14, 2014

This holiday season shop local and find thousands of one-of-a-kind gifts.  More than 50 local artists, crafters and homemade food vendors will be available.

A Dickens Christmas December 11 - December 21, 2014

A Dickens Christmas

Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village Veranda Room
December 11 - December 21, 2014 
850-687-1637 
http://emeraldcoasttheatre.org

Emerald Grande HarborWalk Village Veranda Room on December 11, 13, & 21 at 7:30 p.m., and December 13 & 20 at 2:00 p.m.

“A Dickens Christmas” is an adaptation of Charles Dickens’ beloved holiday classic “A Christmas Carol.”  In this version, three actors will play multiple roles as they bring to life the tale of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformational night with the three ghosts.  Not recommended for children under 5.

Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children 5 to 12.  To purchase tickets or for more information, visitwww.emeraldcoasttheatre.org or call 850-687-1637.

December 14, 2013 11:00 a.m. AJ’s "Lunch With Santa"

December 14, 2013 11:00 a.m.

AJ’s "Lunch With Santa"

Proceeding the Destin Christmas Parade, Santa will arrived by firetruck at AJ’s. There will be face painting by “Arts on the Beach”, Christmas crafts for the kids from Home Depot, Cheryl Jones playing holiday songs with many instruments for the kids to play along with too, cookie decorating, coloring, treats from Bass Pro Shops & Build-A-Bear Workshop, and much more. Most importantly kids will get to make out there Christmas wish list, “mail” it in the big red mailbox for the North Pole, and spend some time on Santa’s lap.

116 Harbor Blvd
Destin

December 14, 2014 Lighted Boat Parade & Fireworks 28th Annual Holiday on the Harbor

December 14, 2014 Lighted Boat Parade & Fireworks

28th Annual Holiday on the Harbor

The Destin Harbor will be dancing with holiday lights and cheer during the 28th Annual Destin Boat Parade.  Come enjoy live music, children's arts and craft and hot chocolate!  Visit with Santa Claus from 12-4 PM.  Boat Parade begins at 6pm.  Immediately following the parade will be a spectacular fireworks display over the Destin Harbor.

Peter White Christmas 12/13/14

 

A Peter White Christmas Tickets On Sale Now

A Peter White Christmas featuring Rick Braun and Mindi Abair Smooth jazz and jingle bells return to the Emerald Coast in this unique blend of contemporary jazz and holiday music on Saturday, December 13 in the mainstage theater. This wildly popular annual holiday event is presented by Seabreeze 106.3 FM. Tickets are $80 for the main floor front section and $40 reserved (all other seating). Purchase early as this event often sells out! Internationally-renowned guitarist PETER WHITE is joined by trumpeter RICK BRAUN and singer/saxtress MINDI ABAIR for this annual holiday concert, which has become a tradition on the Gulf Coast. Put some "jazz" in your jingle bells this holiday season with this night of music the whole family will love!

http://www.seabreeze.fm/

HarborWalk Village Visit with Santa 12/13-14 and 12/20-21

It's time for the children to bring their wish list and visit with Santa Claus.  All of Santa's guests receive a special treat!

Harborwalk Village, Destin, FL

12/13-14/14 and 12/20-21/14

Northwest Florida Symphony 12/12/14

The sounds of the holiday season will fill the air as the 

NFSO, joined by the Northwest Florida Symphony 

Chorale, performs some of the most beautiful season 

music ever written. It's an evening for everyone with 

popular holiday fare, a carol sing-along with eh audience, 

and festive holiday and Christmas music.

100 College Blvd
Niceville
850-729-6000 

http://mattiekellyartscenter.org/EventItem.cfm?ID=933