Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events http://www.apalachicolabay.org Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce Calendar Feed en-us Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:12:59 EST 02/12/2012 - Forgotten Coast Chef's Sampler The Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce will host the 16th Annual Forgotten Coast Chefs Sampler on Sunday, February 12, 2012, from 6:00-9:00 pm.  Chefs from all over the Forgotten Coast will prepare their most creative dishes at the historic Fort Coombs Armory located on 4th Street and Avenue D in Apalachicola.  Sample an array from our area restaurants. Our talented shopkeepers and local designers give the event an extraordinary touch and add creative flair by decorating each table individually.  The tables range from elegant to artistic and funky. Tickets are $50. For more information, call the Apalachicola Bay Chamber at (850) 653-9419 or email us at info@apalachicolabay.org. http://www.apalachicolabay.org/index.cfm/pageid/37/fuseaction/calendar.eventDetail/dsn/ssicmt149/eventId/484/ 02/17/2012 - Frank Sinatra Tribute Show Summerwind - an intimate evening with Frank Sinatra, starring Gabriel Russo It will run February 17, 18, 19 - Friday & Saturday 8 PM, Sunday 3 PM   Summerwind - an intimate evening with Frank Sinatra, starring Gabriel Russo 'This guy has Frank's style and snap, nobody else has it.' - Bob Reneke, Mr. Sinatra's long-time personal assistant ...spot-on performance and vocal renderings” http://www.apalachicolabay.org/index.cfm/pageid/37/fuseaction/calendar.eventDetail/dsn/ssicmt149/eventId/543/ 02/18/2012 - Southeast Regional Pigfest Pigfest 2012!  BBQ Cook-off, Music and Arts Festival. Join the fun and reserve your vendor space today, call (850) 222-2043 or register online at <a href='http://www.cacaainc.org'>www.cacaainc.org</a> http://www.apalachicolabay.org/index.cfm/pageid/37/fuseaction/calendar.eventDetail/dsn/ssicmt149/eventId/558/ 02/18/2012 - H'COLA's 9th Annual African-American History Festival The two-day outdoor free festival will highlight both local and national African- American history, food, art and culture with a parade, live entertainment, exhibits, food, arts and crafts, inspirational speakers, music, dance, poetry and drama. The festival is held at Franklin Square, located in the North Historic District, “The Hill” off 6th Street and Avenue L <div> <table border='0' cellspacing='0' cellpadding='0'> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div></div> <div></div> http://www.apalachicolabay.org/index.cfm/pageid/37/fuseaction/calendar.eventDetail/dsn/ssicmt149/eventId/546/ 02/24/2012 - ABC Carnival   Feb. 24, 3-7 pm: Everyone is invited to join us for family fun at the ABC School Carnival. We have games and food for all ages and the proceeds support our local students and teachers in the classroom. We'll have a mechanical bull and dunking booth this year along with a giant obstacle course, a maze, bouncehouses, cake walk and face and hair painting, among other fun things. Tickets for children are $8 and include a free Carnival T-shirt while supplies last. Adults and kids 3 & under are free. Tickets on sale at ABC School and at the gate. For more info, call 670-1151 or 653-1222. http://www.apalachicolabay.org/index.cfm/pageid/37/fuseaction/calendar.eventDetail/dsn/ssicmt149/eventId/565/ 03/03/2012 - 30th Annual SGI Regional Chili Cook-Off & Auction   Sanctioned by the International Chili Society, over sixty contestants square off at the Gulf Coast Regional Chili Cook-off on St. George Island.  The winner of what is the largest regional chili cook-off in the nation advances to the world championship and all proceeds benefit the Island Volunteer Fire Department and First Responder Unit.  Activities include a golf tournament, 5K Red Pepper Run, Chili Cook-off, Auction and the naming of Miss Chili Pepper and Mr. Hot Sauce.  An estimated crowd of 5,000 people attended last year, we invite you to be a part of this great event this year. Call (850) 927-2753 for more information.   <a href='http://www.stgeorgeislandchili.com/'> </a> http://www.apalachicolabay.org/index.cfm/pageid/37/fuseaction/calendar.eventDetail/dsn/ssicmt149/eventId/495/ 03/08/2012 - Camp Gordon Johnston Days 2012 Reunion The 17th  annual Camp Gordon Johnston Reunion days, created to celebrate the historic wartime Carrabelle museum together with the service of veterans from WWII and beyond, has announced their schedule for 2012.  Veterans and their families are invited to Carrabelle from Thursday, March 8, 2012 through Saturday, March 10, 2012. Attendees will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with tours of WWII Army vehicles that have seen combat. Audiences will also get the privilege of touring the “New Orleans” Landing Craft ( LCU 2034) and the United States Coast Guard Cutter, “Seahawk” if these vessels are in port. Tours of each craft will be conducted by vessel crew members. The Camp Gordon johnston Association, The Camp Gordon johnston WWII Museum and the citizens of Franklin County, Florida are proud to show our gratitude and support for the service and sacrifice of all veterans. It is in our unity as Americans that we can stand strong now and forever. Thank you in advance for your consideration and we hope to see you at the Camp Gordon Johnston Days Reunion in Carrabelle March 9 - 11, 2012. http://www.apalachicolabay.org/index.cfm/pageid/37/fuseaction/calendar.eventDetail/dsn/ssicmt149/eventId/564/ 03/24/2012 - ArtWalk Fine art in all forms will be woven in and around picturesque downtown Apalachicola where artists will be showing, selling and demonstrating their talents from 11:00-6:00 pm. Festivities continue into the afternoon with a progressive wine tasting and hors d’ oeuvre from 3:00-5:00 pm.  Later in the evening local chefs will prepare special dishes at their restaurants highlighting our fresh local ingredients.  At 8:00 pm the Dixie Theatre presents The Dixie Does Nashville Apalachicola annual singer songwriter festival produced by Universal Music Publishing. For more information call (850) 653-9419 http://www.apalachicolabay.org/index.cfm/pageid/37/fuseaction/calendar.eventDetail/dsn/ssicmt149/eventId/487/ 03/30/2012 - St. Vincent Open House The Supporters of St Vincent (a 501 C 3) sponsor this annual open house to provide a day of easy access to Franklin County’s St Vincent Island for people to enjoy a free full day of nature-related activities. Free transport to/from the island will be provided hourly. Guided tours and exhibits will allow people to learn about the island’s protected wildlife, diverse ecosystems, and history as well as enjoy the unspoiled beauty of this unique pristine uninhabited refuge. These services including educational talks/discussions will be provided by numerous volunteers from the Supporters and various community organizations. The guided tours will be both walking and vehicular. Light snacks and bottled water will be available. http://www.apalachicolabay.org/index.cfm/pageid/37/fuseaction/calendar.eventDetail/dsn/ssicmt149/eventId/561/