BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.apalachicolabay.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T124817 CREATED:20250102T155257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T155257Z UID:10006798-1750170600-1750179600@www.apalachicolabay.org SUMMARY:Adult Crafternoon at the Franklin County Public Libraries DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invites visitors and residents to enjoy a relaxing and creative afternoon at the upcoming Adult Crafternoon workshop. This engaging program will take place on Tuesday\, January 21\, at 2:30 pm ET\, at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle branches. \n  \nParticipants will have the opportunity to create their own faux stained glass. This project offers guests an opportunity to make their own colorful work of art without the need for expensive equipment or advanced artistic skills\, making it perfect for crafters of all experience levels. Supplies are included\, and the event is free and open to all adults—no library card required. \n  \nAdult Crafternoon is part of the Franklin County Public Libraries’ Program Series\, which provides engaging activities for all ages. The Program Series is packed with exciting events\, including StoryTimes for children\, STEM Space for young explorers\, Kids Crafts and more. Each program is designed to cater to different interests\, ensuring that there’s something for everyone in the community. Regular programs will continue as scheduled\, including the Eastpoint Book Chat on the 1st Tuesday at 1:30 pm\, the Carrabelle Book Chat on the 1st Friday at 1:30 pm\, and the Eastpoint Writer’s Forum on the 3rd Wednesday at 1:00 pm. \n  \nThe Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries\, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting the libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle\, proudly sponsor the Fall Program Series. Their continued efforts help ensure that the libraries remain vibrant community hubs\, offering valuable programs and resources for all. \n  \nGuests are encouraged to seize this opportunity to craft and chill! For more information about the Adult Crafternoon event or any of the other upcoming programs\, please contact the Eastpoint Branch at 160 Hickory Dip Rd\, Eastpoint\, 850-670-8151 or the Carrabelle Branch at 311 St\, James Ave (Hwy 98)\, Carrabelle\, 850-697-2366.  Those interested can also visit the FFCPL website at https://friendsfcpl.com for more details. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council. \n  URL:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/event/adult-crafternoon-at-the-franklin-county-public-libraries/2025-06-17/ LOCATION:Eastpoint Public Library\, 160 Hickory Dip Rd\, Eastpoint\, Fl\, 32328 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/JANUARY-25.png ORGANIZER;CN="Franklin County Friends of the Library":MAILTO:colston_adele@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T133000 DTSTAMP:20260419T124817 CREATED:20250519T142329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T142329Z UID:10007873-1750071600-1750426200@www.apalachicolabay.org SUMMARY:“Color Our World” Summer Reading Program DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Summer Reading Program will burst onto the scene on Monday\, June 16 and continue through Thursday\, July 24 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries.The program\, sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries\, will feature fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. Library programs are free and open to the public – no library card required. \nThis year’s theme\, “Color Our World”\, focuses on art and creativity at the library. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page\, paint stroke\, and performance that add a little more color to the world. \nThe first week of the Summer Reading Program will be held June 16-20 at the Franklin County Public Libraries. Visitors are invited to festive Kick-off Parties on Monday\, June 16 at 11:00 AM ET at both library branches\, where they can explore the exciting lineup of upcoming events and participate in chalk art\, creative games\, and snacks. \nWeek One (June 16th-20th) \n\nJune 16 – Kickoff Parties w/ chalk art & games @11:00 am at both branches\nJune 18 – Toddler Time: Color Sorting @ 10:30 am ET at both branches\nJune 20 – Teen Button Making @ 10:30 am at Eastpoint and 2:30 pm at Carrabelle\n\nSummer Reading is an annual program that brings children\, teens\, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program: \n\nencourages lifelong reading habits\,\nsupports reluctant readers with activities\,\nhelps children maintain their skills over the summer\,\ngenerates interest in the library and books\, and it being summer\,\ncan just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time. URL:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/event/color-our-world-summer-reading-program/ LOCATION:Eastpoint Public Library\, 160 Hickory Dip Rd\, Eastpoint\, Fl\, 32328 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Kids-listening-program-and-story-time-square.png.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Franklin County Friends of the Library":MAILTO:colston_adele@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T124817 CREATED:20250616T153935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T153935Z UID:10007935-1750071600-1750093200@www.apalachicolabay.org SUMMARY:“Color Our World” Summer Reading Program DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Summer Reading Program will burst onto the scene on Monday\, June 16 and continue through Thursday\, July 24 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries.The program\, sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries\, will feature fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. Library programs are free and open to the public – no library card required. \nThis year’s theme\, “Color Our World”\, focuses on art and creativity at the library. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page\, paint stroke\, and performance that add a little more color to the world. \nThe first week of the Summer Reading Program will be held June 16-20 at the Franklin County Public Libraries. Visitors are invited to festive Kick-off Parties on Monday\, June 16 at 11:00 AM ET at both library branches\, where they can explore the exciting lineup of upcoming events and participate in chalk art\, creative games\, and snacks. \nWeek One (June 16th-20th) \n\nJune 16 – Kickoff Parties w/ chalk art & games @11:00 am at both branches\nJune 18 – Toddler Time: Color Sorting @ 10:30 am ET at both branches\nJune 20 – Teen Button Making @ 10:30 am at Eastpoint and 2:30 pm at Carrabelle\n\nSummer Reading is an annual program that brings children\, teens\, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program: \n\nencourages lifelong reading habits\,\nsupports reluctant readers with activities\,\nhelps children maintain their skills over the summer\,\ngenerates interest in the library and books\, and it being summer\,\ncan just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time. URL:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/event/color-our-world-summer-reading-program-2/ LOCATION:Eastpoint Public Library\, 160 Hickory Dip Rd\, Eastpoint\, Fl\, 32328 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T124817 CREATED:20250505T145123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T145123Z UID:10007844-1750060800-1753376400@www.apalachicolabay.org SUMMARY:Franklin County Public Libraries Celebrate the “Color Our World” Summer Reading Program DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Summer Reading Program will burst onto the scene on Monday\, June 16 and continue through Thursday\, July 24 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries.The program\, sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries\, will feature fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. Library programs are free and open to the public – no library card required. \n  \nThis year’s theme\, “Color Our World”\, focuses on art and creativity at the library. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page\, paint stroke\, and performance that add a little more color to the world. \n  \nThe first week of the Summer Reading Program will be held June 16-20 at the Franklin County Public Libraries. Visitors are invited to festive Kick-off Parties on Monday\, June 16 at 11:00 AM ET at both library branches\, where they can explore the exciting lineup of upcoming events and participate in chalk art\, creative games\, and snacks. \n  \nWeek One (June 16th-20th)\n\n\, June 16 – Kickoff Parties w/ chalk art & games @11:00 am at both branches\n\, June 18 – Toddler Time: Color Sorting @ 10:30 am ET at both branches\n\, June 20 – Teen Button Making @ 10:30 am at Eastpoint and 2:30 pm at Carrabelle\n\n  \nSummer Reading is an annual program that brings children\, teens\, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program: \n\nencourages lifelong reading habits\,\nsupports reluctant readers with activities\,\nhelps children maintain their skills over the summer\,\ngenerates interest in the library and books\, and it being summer\,\ncan just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.\n\n  \nThe Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries\, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle\, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd\, Eastpoint\, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98)\, Carrabelle\, (850) 275-9895. For details\, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council. URL:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/event/franklin-county-public-libraries-celebrate-the-color-our-world-summer-reading-program/ LOCATION:Carrabelle Library\, 311 St. James Ave\, Carrabelle\, FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/good-image2-1-rotated.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T124817 CREATED:20250102T155257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T155257Z UID:10006797-1747751400-1747760400@www.apalachicolabay.org SUMMARY:Adult Crafternoon at the Franklin County Public Libraries DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invites visitors and residents to enjoy a relaxing and creative afternoon at the upcoming Adult Crafternoon workshop. This engaging program will take place on Tuesday\, January 21\, at 2:30 pm ET\, at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle branches. \n  \nParticipants will have the opportunity to create their own faux stained glass. This project offers guests an opportunity to make their own colorful work of art without the need for expensive equipment or advanced artistic skills\, making it perfect for crafters of all experience levels. Supplies are included\, and the event is free and open to all adults—no library card required. \n  \nAdult Crafternoon is part of the Franklin County Public Libraries’ Program Series\, which provides engaging activities for all ages. The Program Series is packed with exciting events\, including StoryTimes for children\, STEM Space for young explorers\, Kids Crafts and more. Each program is designed to cater to different interests\, ensuring that there’s something for everyone in the community. Regular programs will continue as scheduled\, including the Eastpoint Book Chat on the 1st Tuesday at 1:30 pm\, the Carrabelle Book Chat on the 1st Friday at 1:30 pm\, and the Eastpoint Writer’s Forum on the 3rd Wednesday at 1:00 pm. \n  \nThe Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries\, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting the libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle\, proudly sponsor the Fall Program Series. Their continued efforts help ensure that the libraries remain vibrant community hubs\, offering valuable programs and resources for all. \n  \nGuests are encouraged to seize this opportunity to craft and chill! For more information about the Adult Crafternoon event or any of the other upcoming programs\, please contact the Eastpoint Branch at 160 Hickory Dip Rd\, Eastpoint\, 850-670-8151 or the Carrabelle Branch at 311 St\, James Ave (Hwy 98)\, Carrabelle\, 850-697-2366.  Those interested can also visit the FFCPL website at https://friendsfcpl.com for more details. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council. \n  URL:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/event/adult-crafternoon-at-the-franklin-county-public-libraries/2025-05-20/ LOCATION:Eastpoint Public Library\, 160 Hickory Dip Rd\, Eastpoint\, Fl\, 32328 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/JANUARY-25.png ORGANIZER;CN="Franklin County Friends of the Library":MAILTO:colston_adele@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T124817 CREATED:20250506T180932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T180932Z UID:10007851-1747150200-1747155600@www.apalachicolabay.org SUMMARY:Storytime at the Libraries DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite residents and visitors to enjoy free\, fun\, and educational events for all ages—no library card required! All supplies are provided. These programs foster creativity\, learning\, and connection in an inclusive environment. \nStorytime introduces young children to books\, rhymes\, music\, and activities designed to spark a love of reading. This month’s book\, Are You My Mother? written and illustrated by P.D. Eastman. In this timeless message of the bond between mother and child\, a baby bird hatches while his mother is away and sets off on a whimsical journey to find her\, asking various animals and machines if they are his mother. Despite the confusion and adventure\, the little bird’s determination leads him to a joyful reunion. Attendees will then make a Mother’s Day craft. This program is best suited for those 2-6 years old. \n\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, May 13\, at 3:30 pm ET\nLocations: Eastpoint Branch\, 160 Hickory Dip Rd\, Eastpoint\, FL and Carrabelle Branch\, 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98)\, Carrabelle\, FL URL:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/event/storytime-at-the-libraries-4/ LOCATION:Eastpoint Public Library\, 160 Hickory Dip Rd\, Eastpoint\, Fl\, 32328 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T133000 DTSTAMP:20260419T124817 CREATED:20250506T180721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T180721Z UID:10007849-1747137600-1747143000@www.apalachicolabay.org SUMMARY:Novels & Nibbles – Monthly Book Club DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite residents and visitors to enjoy free\, fun\, and educational events for all ages—no library card required! All supplies are provided. These programs foster creativity\, learning\, and connection in an inclusive environment. \nNovels & Nibbles – Monthly Book Club \nPatrons are invited to this month’s book discussion featuring “Beautiful Ugly” by Alice Feeney. Guests can enjoy engaging conversation and light refreshments in a welcoming atmosphere. Free and open to the public. No library card required. \n\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, May 13\, 12:00 to 1:30 pm ET\nLocation: Eastpoint Branch URL:https://www.apalachicolabay.org/event/novels-nibbles-monthly-book-club/ LOCATION:Eastpoint Public Library\, 160 Hickory Dip Rd\, Eastpoint\, Fl\, 32328 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR