Known as the voice behind the heavy metal band Disturbed for the better part of 16 years, vocalist David Draiman says he can't wait to showcase his new band, Device, at Club LA April 16.
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Dance Facets 2013
NICEVILLE – The dance students at Northwest Florida State College present the annual dance concert, Dance Facets 2013, featuring o... READ MORE
The Kitchenique Cooking School will begin classes with an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 13 at the Cuvee Catering Center in the Community Bank Plaza, 12590 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite C... READ MORE
Join The Rotary Club of Destin at its inaugural Crawfish Boil & Cold Beer Convention from 5-9 p.m. on April 19 at McGill Escrow & Title, 36008 Emerald Coast Parkway in Destin sponsored by... READ MORE
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Acting classes
DESTIN - The Emerald Coast Theatre Company offers acting classes for middle/high school students from 9:30-11 a.m. Saturdays, April 6-May 25,... READ MORE
Summer is a season of music on The Emerald Coast., Northwest Florida becomes outdoor concert central, offering weekly shows until late August. With multiple concert series and songwriters ... READ MORE
The temperature outside is not the only thing on the rise. As those temps get higher, so do the number of fish coming over the rails.
"Each day is getting a little better," said Capt.... READ MORE
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Easter Brunch
The Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village will host an Easter Brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 31 in the HarborView Room. Call 424-0613 for ... READ MORE
The second annual Props, Wings & Wheels event hosted by title co-sponsors Destin Jet and Legendary Marine will be held from 7-10 p.m. April 19 at Destin Jet, with proceeds to benefit Fisher ... READ MORE
Area codes are 850 unless noted.
Purses with a Purpose
MIRAMAR BEACH – Purses with a Purpose returns to Silver Sands Premium Outlets from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 23 in the storefront betwe... READ MORE
Celebrate the joy of Easter.
Easter at Bass Pro Shops
Bring the kids to Bass Pro Shops March 23 through March 31 to take part in the free activities for the whole family. From 1... READ MORE
The Destin Library has scheduled its annual Easter Egg Hunt for children ages 4 years and under from 9:30-10:30 a.m. March 27 inside the library.
Pre-registration is required and may be made in... READ MORE
If the last couple of days are any signs of the fishing season to come, it should be a good one.
On Wednesday and Thursday, the boardwalk along the harbor was full of folks strolling up and dow... READ MORE
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Power Up Watersports, The Legendary Shots and RootBerry were the high-flying trio responsible for the circus-like antics going on-and-up Monday morning at Crab Island.
Ben and Amber Merrell, ow... READ MORE
A day for celebration, thank you, and good-bye as the Destin Snowbird Club, with President Timi Millar at the helm for the last time, held the final meeting of the year, Tuesday, March 12... READ MORE
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Emerald Coast Sing-Off
DESTIN – The Emerald Coast Sing Off - Clash For The Cash 2013 elimination round will be held from 5-9 p.m. March 16 inside t... READ MORE
Cobia World Championships
Harbor Docks
•Captains meeting: 6 p.m., March 22 at Harbor Docks.
•Entry fee: $250 (Overall World Champion, Junior World Champion, Ladies World Champion); $100... READ MORE
Only one week remains in this snowbird season. The last meeting chaired by president Timi Millar will be held at 10 a.m. March 12 in the Community Center. Entertainment will be Joseph Coutain, a ... READ MORE
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Chili Cook-Off
DESTIN – The Eighth Annual Chili Cook-Off, presented by the Emerald Coast Parrothead Club, will be held at 3 p.m. March 9 at HarborWalk Villa... READ MORE
Spring is busy on the Emerald Coast, including the following events:
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EmeraldCoastSing-Off
DESTIN – The Emerald Coast Sing Off - Clash ... READ MORE
A large flock of birds was spotted on Okaloosa Island last weekend — nearly 700 sock-wearing birds could be seen hopping up and down the beaches on the night of Sunday, Feb. 24.
Trading in thei... READ MORE
The Northwest Florida Jazz Band entertained the crowds gathered for the last double meetings of the season this past Tuesday. Destin Snowbirds really appreciate the talents of these young ... READ MORE
Captain Roscoe Mikel was one of the best fishermen ever to captain a vessel out of Destin. He had a secret weapon and I’ll share it with you later.
Consider when Destin fishermen beg... READ MORE
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Chicago native Ed Williams' family tree has deep roots in blues music that can be traced back for years.
His love of music was ingrained in him at a young age by his uncle, J.B. Hutto.
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Comedy show
DESTIN – Enjoy a good laugh as McGuire's Irish Pub presents a comedy show at 9 p.m. the first Monday of every month. Comedians Ed Joseph... READ MORE
First Baptist Church, 201 Beach Drive, Destin, will host services at 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday, March 3, for a special appearance by Florida State legendary Coach Bobby Bowden.
"We extend ... READ MORE
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ADDY Awards Gala
SANDESTIN – The American Advertising Federation Emerald Coast chapter hosts its 20th Annual ADDY Awards Gala at 6 p.m. Feb. 23 at the Magno... READ MORE
The snowbird calendcr still has many events, but sadly the end is soon upon us. Last week began with a swinging cruise aboard the Southern Star. The boat rocked with more than wave action as ...
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The Building Industry Association of Okaloosa & Walton Counties will hold the 2013 version of its highly successful Home Show from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 2 and from 11 a.m. to ... READ MORE
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Amernet String Quarter
ROSEMARY BEACH – The Amernet String Quartet, Ensemble-in-Residence at Florida International University, presents a weekend of chamber... READ MORE
Paul Schreiner of Carrabba’s Italian Grill and Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation will host a charity wine dinner at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 27 with proceeds to benefit the Foundation’s cultural and education ... READ MORE
The Club is in the final weeks of our extensive calendar of events. Last weekend the 24th annual Soundsations Concert was a great success! The first harbor cruise dodged the showers and a hardy ... READ MORE
Cobia fishing’s premier tournament, the Cobia World Championships, is adding a new twist for 2013.
The tournament, which has taken place at Destin’s Harbor Docks Restaurant for over 20 years, h... READ MORE
Whether it was beginners luck or skill, they got their fish.
On Wednesday, a couple of Destin's party boats went out for a day of fishing and brought back quite a haul.
The Swoop, at Harbor... READ MORE
The good times will roll at points throughout Destin and South Walton. Here’s a roundup of weekend Mardi Gras-related events.
Mardi Gras Masquerade
The fourth annual Mardi Gras Masquerade w... READ MORE
Jan. 23 Jack Boex and a group of fisher people reeled in a bumper catch from the Gulf aboard the Destin Princess. Jack arranged for the 100 pounds of excess catch to be divided between two local ... READ MORE
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In the Mood
NICEVILLE – Let the brassy big band sounds of In the Mood take you back in time to one of America's greatest musical generations — the 1940s Swi... READ MORE
First Baptist Church, 201 Beach in Destin, will celebrate love and appreciation with events featuring music and ice cream for locals and snowbirds for Valentine’s Day this year.
Valentine banqu... READ MORE
The New River quartet loves to sing.
“We are really a Southern Gospel quartet that sings a lot of Gaither Vocal Band songs,” the Rev. Kim Cannon, a group member, told The Log. “We love the Lord... READ MORE
The Snowbird season is in full swing, and already the last week of January is here!. Christian and James provided the entertainment this past week, preparing the crowd for their upcoming sold out... READ MORE
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Gumbo Contest/Silent Auction
DESTIN – The Destin History & Fishing Museum’s annual Gumbo Contest and Silent Auction Fundraiser will take place from 11 a... READ MORE
Dr. David Ott, internationally recognized composer and conductor, will open the Unitarian Church sponsored community classical music study series, Better Listening, on Feb. 5.
His program, &quo... READ MORE
There are lots of reasons to celebrate January here on the Emerald Coast. A great crowd of snowbirds come to the Destin Community Center every Tuesday for entertainment and a report of the club's... READ MORE
Paradise Promotions of the Emerald Coast presents The Emerald Coast Sing Off Clash For The Cash 2013 beginning Jan. 19. This event is sponsored by The Palms Of Destin Resort and Conference Center... READ MORE
Mardi Gras on the Island
OKALOOSA ISLAND – The 10th Annual Mardi Gras Parade with beads, floats and music begins at 11 a.m. Jan. 19 at the west end of Santa Rosa Boulevard and continues eastwar... READ MORE
We have built it, and they have come! The Destin Snowbirds flocked to the Community Center twice this past week. An exciting year began on Monday with record 1,009 registrations. Thank-you to ... READ MORE
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New York Tenors
NICEVILLE – Enjoy a night of Broadway, opera and American classics with three of New York’s greatest talents — Daniel Rodriguez, Andy Cooney a... READ MORE
The entire Destin Community Center will be filled with Destin Snowbirds from 2-4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 7. The executive and committee chairs have been planning for this event and are pleased to ... READ MORE
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Snowbird Movie Matinees
DESTIN –The Destin Library will host a free weekly movie matinee for winter visitors at 2 p.m. Wednesdays through Feb. 13. The film ... READ MORE
From reeling in big amberjack to hauling in blue marlins, getting new coaches and state championships, 2012 on the Emerald Coast saw it all in the wide world of sports and outdoors.
JANUARY
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The New Year is fast approaching and with it will come an influx of winter visitors to the Emerald Coast. As New Year's Day is Tuesday this year, scheduling events and activities for the club has... READ MORE
The Emerald Coast and Destin make New Year’s Eve easy to celebrate. Here’s your local guide to the biggest parties of the year.
Harbor Rockin' Street Party
Dine, drink and dance into the N... READ MORE
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American Legion
DESTIN – Events at American Legion Post 296, 311 Main Street, include the following. Events are open to the public. Call 837-3818.
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Destin United Methodist Church
On Christmas Eve, there will be a 4 p.m. family worship service, and at 6 and 8 p.m. Candlelight Christmas Communion will be held in the Life Center and the ... READ MORE
Taste of the Holiday
To celebrate the holidays and highlight delicious offerings, Winn-Dixie in Destin will host a Taste of the Holiday sampling event for the community from 2-6 p.m. Dec. 22 at... READ MORE
Jingle bells were heard throughout town Dec. 8 as the yuletide spirit filled the hearts of parade-goers when the 27th annual Destin Christmas Parade rolled down U.S. 98.
“Great weather, adorabl... READ MORE
The Destin Snowbird Club is officially on winter holidays. Events this fall have been well attended. This year our float in the Destin Christmas Parade was mounted in a trailer borrowed form our ... READ MORE
Santa at the Harbor
Children can visit with Santa Claus from 12-4 p.m. Dec. 15, 16, 22, and 23 at HarborWalk Village. Pictures are available through HD Action Photography.
Breakfast with Sa... READ MORE
The Buccaneer Pirate Cruise offers its first Act4Murder entertainment at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 28 from HarborWalk Village Marina in Destin.
Owners Wendy and Steve Wilson will serve as host to the “Red... READ MORE
This past Tuesday the sounds of Christmas filled the room as the students of Niceville High School's Opus One entertained the audience. Everyone has an opportunity to hear the entire chorus at ... READ MORE
Breakfast with Santa
Hard Rock Café in Destin hosts breakfast with Santa from 8-10 a.m. Dec. 8 and 15 with reserved seating, breakfast and holiday gifts for kids to make for the family. Kids ca... READ MORE
Destin’s Christmas celebration dates back to 1915 when “Uncle Billy” donned the first Santa suit. Flash forward almost 100 years later and the annual event still captures the heart of the city.
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Santa’s arrival
Don’t miss the arrival of Santa at Silver Sands from 12-2 p.m. Dec. 1. Children are invited to greet Santa as he arrives and join in a fun parade to the courtyard by Saks Fifth ... READ MORE
The new season is underway, the most joyous of all seasons. The staff at the Destin Community Center has done a marvelous job decorating for the holidays. Most snowbirds will spend the upcoming ... READ MORE
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American Legion
DESTIN – Events at American Legion Post 296, 311 Main Street, include the following. Events are open to the public. Call 837-3818.
• Dec... READ MORE
The winter visitors from the north are back and have taken up roost at the Destin Community Center.
Nov. 19 was the first day of registration for the Destin Snowbird Club 2012-2013 season and t... READ MORE
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Cat Ciao!
DESTIN – A charity lunch to benefit Feline Friends of Destin will be held from 12-1 p.m. Nov. 28 at Carrabba's. Minimum of $20 donation. Door p... READ MORE
Holiday Lights in Concert
The Holiday Lights in Concert spectacular is back at Silver Sands Premium Outlets from 5-9 p.m. through Jan. 1. This visual presentation features a display of colorful... READ MORE
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Blues, Brews & BBQ
DESTIN – The Fifth Annual Blues, Brews & BBQ will be held from 12-4 p.m. Nov. 10 at HarborWalk Village. Participating restaurants... READ MORE
The Destin Middle School Fall Concert and Silent Auction will be held at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 29 at Village Baptist Church, 101 Matthew Blvd. in Destin. The Auction bidding begins at 6 p.m., with the ... READ MORE
Local restaurants will be firing up their grills for a good time and a great cause at the 5th annual Blues, Brews & BBQ on Saturday, Nov. 10 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at HarborWalk Village in ... READ MORE
Halloween events in Okaloosa and Walton counties continue with haunted houses, festivals and spooktaculars.
Jaycees Haunted House
The Fort Walton Beach Jaycees Haunted House will be open at... READ MORE
One of South Walton's most popular fall events, the annual Flutterby Festival, is returning to Rosemary Beach Nov. 10-11. Presented by the Merchants of Rosemary Beach and the Cultural Arts ... READ MORE
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Destin Festival of the Arts
DESTIN – The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation will present the 17th Annual Destin Festival of the Arts from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 27... READ MORE
Kicking off its fourth packed-house USA tour, Drumline Live will “parade out of the football stadium and onto the stage” of the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College in ... READ MORE
