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Plan to fish every weekend in April! Cobia, Spanish, and even Amberjack as an added category this year. Launch from Indian Pass to Mexico Beach. Fishing starts Friday April 5th. Just $150 entry fee for 11 days of fishing! Phone: 850-229-4600 

"Apalchicola Retro 1990-91" photographs of downtown Apalacicola before gentrification. Also large photos by Bo May of Forgotten Coast and other art by local artist. Visit recently renovated building at corner of Hwy 98 & Tallahassee Street.

Our new Civil War exhibit will officially open on Friday, May 17.

Our keynote lecture will be held at the museum on Friday evening, May 17, at 7:00 p.m.  The speaker will be Ken Johnston, Director of the National Civil War Naval Museum in Columbus, Georgia. The lecture will be followed by a low country boil on the docks. 

On Saturday, May 18, Apalachicola will be packed with events. Reenactors will represent Union and Confederate forces. 

Other living history interpreters will depict civilian life of the era. Members of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, in period dress, will re-enact the sewing of the regimental flag from Apalachicola as well as clothing and bandages for soldiers at the Raney and Orman House Museums.

Don't miss the Civil War lecture series happening throughout the day on Saturday at the Cotton Warehouse, hosted by the Apalachicola Center for History, Culture, and Art. 

At 8:00 p.m. Saturday, Panhandle Players will perform “Island Light: War and Reconciliation,” presented by the St. George Island Lighthouse Association. The production is based on Alexander Key’s classic novel based here in the aftermath of the war.

On Sunday, May 19, The Apalachicola Historical Society will conduct tours in the historic Chestnut Street Cemetery that focus on the Civil War era.  Union and Confederate flags will mark the graves of veterans.  Tours will take place every half hour from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. 

At the Maritime Museum, archaeologist Dr. Nancy White will give a talk entitled, "An Archaeological Mystery of Confederate Forts on the Apalachicola River." 

To view more details click here on the detailed schedule.

Come out Sunday May 19 from 2-7PM and Support Gulf Specimen Marine Laboratory at their annual Sharks & Chablis Benefit!! Tickets are $35 per person to enjoy an exciting day of Live Music, Exhibitors, Wine Tasting, Seafood Dinner, and silent auction! For Ticket sales and more information, please call (850)984-5297. Gulf Specimen Marine Laboratory is a non-profit organization promoting environmental education, knowledge, and curiosity with their exhibits of many touch tanks and aquariums.

Looking for the perfect kayak or stand up paddleboard? This is an opportunity to “test paddle or pedal” some of the top brands in the industry including Perception, Wilderness and Hobie paddle and hands free Mirage Drive kayaks and BIC, Hobie and Surftech Stand Up Paddle Boards At the boat basin across from Harry A’s on St. George Island. 850-927-2604 or 850-927-3259

 

The Port St. Joe SaltAir Farmers’ Market sells fresh, seasonal produce from local farmers. Regional vegetables, fruit, Gulf seafood, meat, cheeses and breads are all ready for your table. Handmade arts, crafts, jewelry, pottery and gifts highlight the market’s offerings with live music and fresh air.

The SaltAir Farmers’ Market is open the 1st and 3rd Saturday from April through November.

Blue Skies Ministries offers week long beach retreats to bring the hope of Christ to families living through the challenges of childhood cancer. Join us at Windmark Beach as we gather to celebrate during the Summer of Blue Skies Music Festival,an evening of fun for the whole family. Phone: 850-229-6344

Charles and Rex Pennycuff are hosting their 14th annual Fisherman's Choice Youth Fishing Tournament on June 8th. Kids 16 and under will fish for fresh and saltwater species. Each entry receives a t-shirt, and after the tournament, entrees are invited to attend a cookout at Fisherman's Choice where they will weigh in their fish, eat hot dogs and hamburgers and get some great prizes. In years past, Rex says they gave away 170 rods and reels, tackle boxes and a dozen cast nets. Prizes are given for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place, and include all major fish species. Entry is free and generally about 200 kids sign up. Call Fisherman's Choice for more information at (850) 670-8808.

The event is held on the public beach in front of the Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe and features men's, women's and children's divisions. Folks line up and pay a small entry fee that goes to charity for the privilege of flinging a fish for distance and prizes. To participate, just show up Saturday morning June 8. For more information, contact the Blue Parrot (850) 927-2987

The Port St. Joe SaltAir Farmers’ Market sells fresh, seasonal produce from local farmers. Regional vegetables, fruit, Gulf seafood, meat, cheeses and breads are all ready for your table. Handmade arts, crafts, jewelry, pottery and gifts highlight the market’s offerings with live music and fresh air.

The SaltAir Farmers’ Market is open the 1st and 3rd Saturday from April through November.