Panama City Florida
April Calendar of Events

All April Listings

April 1 - SPRING BREAK CONCERT SERIES
The Underdogs
Location: Seaside Amphitheater
Subject to change
Free of charge
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

April 2 - WEDNESDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES
Location: Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin
EVERY WEDNESDAY
6:00pm through April and October through December
7:00pm May through September
Free of charge.

April 2 - MUSIC LINE-UP
Location- Bud and Alley's
Flash Flood
Subject to change

April 3 - The Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida presents: Special Ops
The Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida presents: Special Ops a lecture by Dr. Glover will present a brief historical overview of Special Operations and the role that the 1st Special Operations Wing at Hurlburt Field and its people have played in defending the nation since 1943. This lecture is part of the History Sandwiched-In lunchtime lecture series presented by the Heritage Museum on topics pertaining to local and regional history. Brown bag lunches are encouraged. Call the Heritage Museum at 850-678-2615 to register, as seating is limited.
Additional Information
Phone: (850) 678-2615
Website: www.heritage-museum.org
Event Time: 12:00 p.m.

April 3 - Gaston’s Hideaway Grand Opening
Harrison Ave, Panama City - downstairs from En Visions
Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00 am till 11:00 pm
Friday and Saturday 10:00 am till 1:00 am

April 4 - Friday Fest, downtown Panama City

April 4 - 'Art In The Everyday'; A mix of all media as artists from far and wide share their interpretations of everyday objects. Join us for classic treats from 7 PM - 10 PM. This show is open to the public 10 - 6 Tuesday - Friday during the month of April. Gallery Above; Contact Info:
850.215.9954

April 4 - Friday April 4, 2008: The L2 Gallery at Seaside presents The First Friday ArtWalk at Seaside introducing “Art You Can Wear” featuring nationally acclaimed belt buckle artist Paul Pearman, pearl jewelry artist Wendy Mignot and leather artist Jimmi wZ in person for a public reception

Seaside, FL – March 15, 2008 – Art comes in many forms and has many interpretations. While some prefer to hang it on their walls, others want to wear it on themselves. April’s First Friday ArtWalk at Seaside will showcase some of the best in wearable art and show those in doubt that art comes in many forms that must be touched and worn to be appreciated.

The L2 Gallery at Seaside plays host to April’s First Friday ArtWalk on April 4 from 5-8 pm serving up music in Ruskin Park and hosting three highly accomplished “wearable art” masters. Models will stroll amidst the galleries wearing the latest fashions from FABS of Seaside while showing off works of the featured artists. The public is invited to visit the various galleries as they will each feature new works and artists for the evening.

The L2 Gallery introduces the innovative works of nationally recognized belt buckle artist Paul Pearman. With recent write ups in InStyle magazine and Southern Living, Paul’s work is finding its way onto the hips of Hollywood. Pearman’s creative ingenuity combines spectacular gems with stained glass in a form that art lovers aren’t limited to hanging on their walls.

Each piece is created by hand one at a time using micro sized pieces of glass, shell, fossils, precious and semi precious stones. Whether mounted for display or worn as an everyday accessory, these buckles stand alone in their artistic design and collector allure. They can be found on the hips of everyone – from cowboys and cooks to Keith Richards and Keith Urban.

Also featured by The L2 Gallery is the pearl artistry of Wendy Mignot. Arriving on the scene a few short years ago, Mignot introduced the Gulf Coast to the romance and art of combining pearl and leather to create unique designs that were soon imitated but never replicated. Having learned to marry fine pearls with the rugged yet finely hand stretched leather from a long line of family artisans, Mignot’s passion has driven her work to evolve to a level of sophistication that has created a strong demand for her unique designs. She has given birth to an entire genre of exquisite works of art that can be worn as comfortably at the beach as at the opera. Mignot’s work has not only become a signature within the beach community but has become desired personal art from coast to coast.

Jimmi wZ is an artist in many senses. A professional musician on both the New York and Nashville scenes, Jimmi’s talents lie not only as a recording artist but also as a painter, instrument maker and leather artist. Inspiration for much of his work comes from experiences in Indian, Native American and South American cultures. Jimmi has taken on leather to create a form of art that allows creative expression much like his music. Showcasing his extraordinary leather bags and accessories, one can see that his bags make a bold statement. These bags can be found adorning many shoulders both on the music scene and on the Emerald Coast. Jimmi’s newest collection will offer one of a kind bags that feature semi precious stones and unique closures that make each piece engagingly fresh and distinctively Jimmi wZ. Featured this month only at The L2 Gallery.

The L2 Gallery at Seaside invites you to view the ART YOU CAN WEAR SHOW and meet all three featured artists Friday April 4th in the gallery from 5-8pm. Many of the pieces will be showcased for a limited engagement.

ARTIST RECEPTION:
Paul Pearman, Wendy Mignot and Jimmi wZ will be on hand to elaborate on their work Friday April 4th from 5 – 8pm.
The public is invited to the Artist Reception. The show is hosted by gallery owners Jeff & Tracy Lewis. Music, wine, nibbles and art provided.


The L2 Gallery is located in Seaside on Highway 30-A, half way between Destin and Panama City Beach at 123 Quincy Circle in the Ruskin Artist Colony. For questions or directions, please call the gallery at 850.231.1091 or Tracy at 850.376.4400.

April 4/5/6 - Extreme Monster Truck Show
Extreme Monster Truck Show NW FLORIDA FAIRGROUNDS FT. WALTON BEACH FRIDAY, APRIL 4 - 8 PM SATURDAY, APRIL 5 - 8 PM SUNDAY, APRIL 6 - 2 PM
Phone: (850) 862-0211
Website: www.nwffair.com

April 4 - Waco Ramblers Destin Commons Center Plaza
Join the fun of Destin Commons free First Friday Concert Series kicks off with The Waco Ramblers. Don’t miss this one of a kind good time string band. The Waco Ramblers rockabilly sound is influenced by classic country, folk and bluegrass masters such as Hank Williams, Sam Bush, George Jones and the Stanley Brothers. With The Red Rocket singing vocals and playing rhythm guitar, Bud Dillard on mandolin and vocals, Brian Wise on lead guitar, Dan Costello on the banjo, Jared Reynolds on the fiddle and Chris Reed on bass fiddle, this progressive band will be playing all your down home favorites and more. Other highlights of the concert evening include Zachary, the balloon sculpting stilt walker. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged. Phone: (850) 337-8700
Website: www.DestinCommons.com

April 5 - Apalachicola Art Walk & Wine Festival; artists and musicians will be showing, selling and demonstrating their talents from 12:00-6:00 pm. Afterwards area chefs will prepare dishes at their restaurants pared with special wines. The evening's finale will be a professional performance of The Queen of Bingo at the Dixie Theatre at 8:00 pm. For more information call (850) 653-9419

April 5 - 2nd Annual Pro Firefighters Car Show
A charity even to help the Professional Firefighters. Held at Uptown Station in Fort Walton Beach from 9:00am-2:00pm. For information contact 850.243.0401 or visit http://www.uptownstation.com
Phone: (850) 243-0401
Website: www.uptownstation.com
Event Time: 9:00am-2:00pm

April 5 - Time for Thyme with Kat Benford
Time: 1:00 - 3:30 pm Cost - $15.00
The workshop will consist of two sections: the first hour or so is a hands-on overview of herbs and their uses (historical, medicinal, culinary, aromatherapy and spiritual). Kat’s emphasis is on herbs available here in Florida. The use of herbal essential oils, fresh and dried herbs will be highlighted. During the second half, participants will make or blend their own personal herbal bath salts and body sprays to take home. All materials will be supplied.
For a kindly, extra contribution to Bear Creek Feline Center, participants will receive a special gift from Blue Moon Thyme.

April 6 - STARLIGHT FILM SERIESWizard of Oz
Location: Lyceum Lawn, Seaside
Sundays at Dusk
$5 per adult

April 8 - SPRING BREAK CONCERT SERIES
Dread Clampitt
Location: Seaside Amphitheater
Subject to change
Free of charge
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

April 8th
“Swing It!”
Series lesson No.4: Tandem
$10 for lesson
$5 for open dance 8-10pm
Gallery Above, 563 Harrison Ave, Panama City, Florida

April 10 - Film Night
Feature: Waking Life
Full length animation
A man shuffles through a dream meeting various people and discussing the meanings and purposes of the universe. A vibrant, over-stimulating experience.
Doors open 7pm
Feature begins 7:30pm
Suggested donation $5
Gallery Above, 563 Harrison Ave, Panama City, Florida

April 10/11/12/13- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
This family friendly musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice will be presented by Fort Walton Beach High School. Performances will be April 10, 11, 12 at 7:00 pm and on 13 April there is a matinee performance at 2:00pm.. For information contact Contact Christa Whittaker at 850.833.3300.
Phone: (850) 833-3300
Event Time: 7:00 pm

April 11-12, 2008 (with a pre-party on April 10th)
St. George Island, FL (Harry A’s)

This year's Rock By The Sea event will take place in St. George Island, FL on April 11th & 12th. It will benefit Lyrics For Life (www.lyricsforlife.org), LiveStrong (www.livestrong.com) and Franklin 's Promise (www.franklinspromise.org/FranklinPromise/). Over eight bands/musicians will be performing during the two days, including Ken and Drew of Sister Hazel, Wideawake, Five Star Iris, Scarlet Kings, Michael Tolcher, Chuck Carrier, Jackson Rohm, Gareth Asher and John Taglieri. For more details and to be able to help with this event, please visit www.rockbythesea.com.
Contact Information:
Beth Gosnell
(850) 222-0000
info@rockbythesea.com
http://www.rockbythesea.com

April 11/12 -
6th Annual Kid's Win Fishing Tournament
The Kid's Win Fishing Tournament has become one of Port St. Joe's most anticipated events. Kids from all around come for a day of fun on the water and in the sun. The event exposes youngsters to the excitement of fishing in a fun and safe environment. The event is open to children ages 3 through 16, with the registrants receiving a new rod & reel, tackle box, t-shirt, and goodie bag, so kids win just by entering.

April 11/12 - A Taste of the Coast
Restaurants from Port St. Joe, St. Joe Beach, Apalachicola, Mexico Beach and Wewahitchka offer samples of their featured menu items. A cash bar will be available. Local artists as well as those from surrounding states donate fantastic artwork that is presented in the silent and live auctions. Photography, pottery, hand woven objects, and paintings are donated for the auctions. Also featured are signed first editions by a diverse selection of authors.
ATasteOfTheCoast.com 227-1223
227-9393

April 12 - Farmers Market Downtown Time 8:00 am - 12:00 noon
Come grow with us as Panama City Main Street is offering new ways to bring you downtown. The emphasis of the Farmers Market will be on fresh produce, baked goods, old time crafting and more.
We are still looking for farm fresh style vendors. If you are interested or know someone who might be please contact Molly Martin at 850-236-4231

April 12 - Sopchoppy Annual Worm Gruntin' Festival. Free admission. Starts 10 am with live music. 11am Gruntin' contest and demonstration. Live bluegrass music throughout day. Worm Grunters Ball at Sopchoppy gym concludes day of fun.
850 962-4611

April 12th
THE RETURN
The Naysayers
The Destroyers of the Universe!
The Dreamers Disease
8pm
563 Harrison Ave, Panama City, Florida

April 12 - Scout-O-Rama
Family event open to the public! Enjoy a day of games, crafts, and demos by local Cub and Boy Scouts from Okaloosa and Walton counties. Local community organizations such as Public Safety and the Heritage Museum will be there too. All activity booths are free, admission is a canned good for local food pantries. SOR will be at the FWB fairgrounds from 9am to 4pm. For more info call 683-0330. Northwest Florida Fair 1958 Lewis Turner Blvd. Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 850-862-0211
Phone: (850) 683-0330
Website: www.nwffair.com
Event Time: 9am to 4pm

April 13 - STARLIGHT FILM SERIES
Across the Universe (edited)
Location: Lyceum Lawn, Seaside
Sundays at Dusk
$5 per adult

April 13 - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Lafayette Park; Concert in the Park;
The Leon Anderson Jazz Ensemble brings authentic New Orleans Jazz to Lafayette Park. Mr. Anderson is Associate Professor and Director of Jazz Studies at FSU's College of Music and has studied and toured with Ellis Marsalis, Victor Goines, Walter Payton and the Snapbean Band, and the Third Coast Jazz Quintet. Admission, donation $2.00.

April 15 - May 2   - Southern Watercolor Society Show Visual Arts Center ; Panama City, FL

April 10-13  - Sandestin Wine Festival; One of the leading wine events that has set the area apart as a wine country all its own, is the annual Sandestin Wine Festival at Baytowne Wharf.. Website: http://www.sandestinwinefestival.com/

April 16-20  - Seabreeze Jazz Festival; at the Gulf Place Outdoor Amphitheater just east of Destin.This location is on Scenic Highway 30-A near Santa Rosa Beach. Website: http://www.seabreezejazzfestival.com/

April 17 - Chicago the Musical at Marina Civic Center
Contact Number: 850-763-4696
Chicago, the Razzle-Dazzle Broadway Musical will be at the Marina Civic Center April 17th, 2008. Buy tickets online or by phone, www.marinaciviccenter.com or call 763-4696 or toll free 1-888-763-4696.

April 18/19/20 - Panhandle Players Present "A Second Time Around" by Henry Denker
April 18 and 19 - 8 p.m. and April 20 - 3 p.m.
Dixie Theatre, Apalachicola
Tickets available by calling (850)670-8261 or through Panhandle Players board members.

April 20 - 'Tiger Saw'; 7pm
www.tigersaw.com
www.myspace.com/tigersaw
Contact Info: 850.215.9954 ;Gallery Above

April 20 - STARLIGHT FILM SERIES
The Hoax
Location: Lyceum Lawn, Seaside
Sundays at Dusk
$5 per adult

April 21 - GFWC Gulf Coast Woman's Club will hold its April 21st general meeting at the Bay County Council on Aging at 6:30 P.M. for more information call Lila Locke at 265-6466.

April 23-26 - Gulf Coast Charity Horseshow -see website for details

April 24 - Wine Tasting Series -Southern Watercolor Society Regional Watercolor Show, Visual Arts Center, 19 E. 4th Street, Members~FREE, Non-Members~$20

April 24 - Join Act4Murder at a comedic murder mystery featuring the Frudee Family Winery's Wine Tasting Event at Bogey's Bar & Restaurant, located at 400 E. Nelson (at 8th St.) in DeFuniak Springs, on Thursday, April 24. Enjoy the zany Frudee family and learn a little bit about wine, but be careful, someone will soon be two sheets under! The show features the regular Act4Murder comedic talents of Michelle Dolgoff, Cynthia Bergquist, Lisa Worsham, Jim Downum, and Christopher Manson, and welcomes the new talent of Norm Boyd. The doors open at 6:15 PM, with the dinner and show beginning at 7:00 PM. The cost is $49.95 (plus tax and gratuity). Please make your reservations early by calling Bogey's Bar & Restaurant at 850-951-2233. Additional details at www.act4murder.com.

April 25 - The 35th Annual Stephen C. Smith Memorial Regatta is the is the largest and longest running regatta in the Big Bend area of Florida. Held at Shell Point Beach, the Regatta The SCSMR is for the benefit of the American Cancer Society in memory of Stephen Smith, a local sailor who died from a rare form of leukemia at the age of 29.
www.smithregatta.com

April 26 - 10th Annual Historic Apalachicola Antique & Classic Boat Show ; All types of antique boats, classic examples of traditional vessels, work boats, fiberglass classics, antique outboard motors and antique cars. There will also be a dinner and lecture by at 6:00 pm. Reservations for the lecture are required. For more information call (850) 653-9419, or email info@apalachicolabay.org

April 26 - Earth Day Bay County at Oaks by the Bay in historic St. Sndrews
Time: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
This event will be free for the public to attend and enjoy live music, food, displays of educational and innovative environmental information including "green" building, the sea grass restoration project, and more. Bring an old incandescent bulb and get a free compact fluorescent bulb. For further information check out this website http://www.earthdaybaycounty.com

April 26 - 18th Annual Carrabelle Riverfront Festival featuring regional and award winning Artists with original works and prints, Authentic custom-designed pottery, stained glass, sculpture, unique metal art, wood carvings, yard art and more. The festival is located downtown on scenic Marine Street Along Carrabelle?s beautiful Riverwalk. Art, Seafood, Maritime Exhibits, Sand Sculptors, Kid's Zone, Live music by Sunny Jim. Join us for a weekend of sun and fun!
850-697-2585

April 26 - The Emerald Coast Barracudas; this areas full contact women's football team opens the 2008 season at Panama City Christian on 13th and Wood, April 26, 2008 at 7pm vs. The New Orleans Blaze. For tickets call: David L. Freeland 850-319-7568

April 27 - STARLIGHT FILM SERIES
Talk to Me
Location: Lyceum Lawn, Seaside
Sundays at Dusk
$5 per adult

April 1 - SPRING BREAK CONCERT SERIES
The Underdogs
Location: Seaside Amphitheater
Subject to change
Free of charge
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

March 7-April 30 - 12th Annual HarborWalk Marina Destin Cobia Tournament;
The 12th Annual Destin Cobia Tournament presented by HarborWalk Marina is a month long event that attracts hundreds of anglers from Northwest Florida. Cobia tournament kick-off party is March 7, 2008 and will be located on the Emerald Grande Vista Deck at 6:30 p.m. Entry forms and rules available at HarborWalk Marina. For more information, call HarborWalk Marina at 850-337-8250.