Post Views: 200 Pescado is offering an Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 12, Easter Sunday. All ages are welcome and guests over 21 years old will enjoy a welcome mimosa or bloody mary. An exquisite buffet will be prepared by Chef Ken Duenas and sushi will be provided by Chef James Sargent of Shaka Sushi […]

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Post Views: 263 This celebration of culture, cuisine, cocktails and couture is set for March 3 Live from the red carpet! A sensational new event —The Rising Stars and Red Carpet Soiree — is set for March 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Ruth’s Chris Steak House, located at 15000 Emerald Coast Parkway […]

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Post Views: 229 Panama City, FL – Gulf Coast State College’s Visual & Performing Arts division is proud to present “Vantage Point” art exhibit. This exhibition provides a unique “Vantage Point” that explores our relationship with the environment. This work by Maggy Rozycki Hiltner entails a 111 foot embroidery that is full of depictions of […]

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Post Views: 381 Alaqua Animal Refuge’s ‘Animal Rescue Team’ recently assisted the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office (FL) by accompanying them to several animal-related cases, resulting in the rescue of 29 animals that were in dire need.   The animals consisted of 28 dogs and puppies, including several visibly pregnant dogs and one cat. All of […]

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Post Views: 366 Single people everywhere dread Valentine’s Day – roses, chocolates, intimate dinners, and flirty exchanges are just a reminder that they are single. But now singles on 30A have a place to go, a place to have fun. At La Cocina in Seacrest Beach, the crew and guests will be celebrating the beauty […]

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Post Views: 216 MiramarBeach, Fla  – The Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) is excited to announce a new educational wine event presented by Master of Wine and Master Sommelier Doug Frost. Wine enthusiasts are invited to join one of the world’s most preeminent wine experts for an interactive and intimate tasting seminar hosted at […]

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Post Views: 236 The Visual & Performing Arts Division of Gulf Coast State College will hold a Creative Career Fair and Auditions/Interviews for 2020-2021 Visual & Performing Arts Scholarships on Saturday, February 29, from 12:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. at GCSC’s Amelia G. Tapper Center for the Arts. The Creative Career Fair is an opportunity for students […]

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Post Views: 182 Tree House Episcopal Montessori School to Host 9th Annual Artful Night Under the Stars at Rosemary Beach Town Hall  SANTA ROSA BEACH , FL – Mark your calendars for the ninth year of Artful Night Under the Stars. This year’s Mardi Gras-themed event will take place Saturday, February 22, 2020 beginning at 6:00 […]

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Post Views: 291 The second installment of the Silver Sands Premium Outlets’ Classical Connections Series features the 2017 Bronze Medalist of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and two icons of Russian orchestral music: Dmitri Shostakovich and Sergei Rachmaninoff. One of the most exhilarating young pianists on the concert scene today, Daniel Hsu captured the […]

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30a-video-toursThe 30A Video Tours series, sponsored by NatureWalk at Seagrove, is an entertaining look at all 30A has to offer, from eating out to hiking and biking down some of our wonderful and secluded beachside trails. We’ll be rolling out new installments all year. In the latest episode we take a look at all the great sporting activities available in the 30A area from pickle ball, golf and tennis to yoga by the Gulf of Mexico. CHECK IT OUT: More episodes in the series: The 30A Video Tours series is brought to you by NatureWalk at Seagrove.

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South Walton local Page Otey designed this skate deck art piece for a fundraiser for the new skate park held at Trebeache on February 20, 2016.For over ten years, skateboarders in Walton County have been dreaming of a new skate park. Those dreams are now close to coming true. Walton County has allocated 20,000 square feet of space at Helen McCall Park off U.S. Highway 98 in Santa Rosa Beach for a new skating facility. Walton Skate Society is now making a major fundraising push to help bring the project to fruition. The group held a fundraiser on February 20 at Trebeaché that drew huge crowds, showing what a large support base the project has. The Owsley Brothers performed for a packed house. Check out this video: Listen to this 30A Radio interview with Justin Gaffrey, a local artist and skater, about the project: Learn more at waltonsk8s.com.

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Photo from Hilltop Production Events.Don’t miss the upcoming Market Days of South Walton, an event in the style of West Indies markets, the fine art shows of Coconut Grove in Miami and the wildly popular South Walton Community Yard Sale, formerly held in Seaside. The event will be held on March 26-27 at South Walton High School. It will include hand-crafted art, market and wholesale goods, food vendors, a community-wide yard sale, live music, an outdoor living exhibition and a kids’ zone. Saturday’s event will also feature an antique and vintage car show. On Sunday, join in for an Easter egg hunt. Find beautiful handcrafted jewelry and furniture, one of-a-kind paintings and sculptures, vintage furniture, antiques and collectables, sporting goods, folk art, home accessories and decor. Like the yard sales of South Walton over the past decade, only yard sale items in good condition will be allowed, and this category will be carefully monitored. This event is sponsored by Hilltop Production Events, Kathleen’s Cottage, & H & M Event Rentals. The tentative schedule is as follows: SATURDAY, MARCH 26 Arts/crafts/commercial vendors, sponsors: Start time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., South Walton High School football field South Walton Antique & Vintage Car Show: Cruise-in time: 9:30 a.m., South Walton High School track Car show: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., awards presented at 2:30 on center field Outdoor Living Exhibition/Kid Zone: Start time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Exhibitions, games, interactive activities, nature displays and educational booths , Festival lawn 3 p.m. – Gates Close SUNDAY, MARCH 27 Arts/crafts/commercial vendors, sponsors: Start time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., South Walton High School football field South Walton Community-Wide Easter Egg Hunt: Start time: 2 p.m., Adjacent practice field Outdoor Living Exhibition/Kid Zone: Start time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Exhibitions, games, interactive activities, nature displays and educational booths , Festival lawn 3 p.m. – Gates Close Find more info here.

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The Hip Abduction30A Radio and Oyster City Brewing Company present The Hip Abduction, a funk and afro-beats band out of Tampa, live at Trebeaché on March 14. This inaugural 30A Radio concert is bringing one of the hippest bands in the state to South Walton for a rocking night of live music. Doors open at 6 p.m. The Rips, a surf rock band out of Destin, will open the show at 7, followed by The Hip Abduction. The show is for ages 21 and up only. Tickets are $10 donation at the door, with 100 percent of proceeds benefitting The Sonder Project. Sponsors include Oyster City Brewing Company, Trebeaché, ResortQuest by Wyndham Vacation Rentals, Gentle Breeze Dentistry, Growler Garage, Sunrise Coffee and YOLO Board. The Hip Abduction has shared stages with Ziggy Marley, Umphrey’s McGee, Thievery Corporation, The Movement, Passafire, Easy Star Allstars, The Funky Meters, Dawes, Galactic, and MOE.  At the show March 14, they will be celebrating the release of their new album, Gold Under the Glow. Check out their brand-new music video: And a live performance: Their last release, a self-titled album, debuted as #5 on the Billboard charts, and their live shows are critically acclaimed. “I have never seen so many people actually DANCING at this festival,” reported Creative Loafing, an entertainment magazine out of Atlanta. “The reality and energy of their performance and the audience response blew me away.” 30A Radio is a free, internet radio station that can be streamed live online or in the 30A App for iPhone or Android. Also, subscribe to 30A Radio wherever you get your podcasts to hear great interviews and other recordings from the beach. Breaking news update from 30A Radio: The Hip Abduction recently played in Pensacola and 30A Radio was invited to tape the show. Check it out:

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Photo by Sean MurphybeSpring Break is HERE, folks, and we’ll be welcoming tens of thousands of visitors this season! Here’s a quick snapshot of when the major colleges, universities and school systems will be here. Looking for something fun to do while you’re here? Check out 30A Tours to book your Spring Break adventure NOW!   February 27 – March 5 School  Enrollment Ohio University 38,000 Rice University (Texas) 6,000 Rollins College (Fla.) 2,300 Temple University (Penn.) 37,700 University of Florida 49,600 University of Michigan 42,800 Wright State University 18,400   March 5 – March 12 American University (D.C.) 10,000 Appalachian State University (N.C.) 17,500 Arizona State University 72,300 Ball State University (Ind.) 22,100 Barry University (Fla.) 9,300 Baylor University (Texas) 15,200 Boston University (Mass.) 30,800 Bowling Green State University (Ohio) 17,800 Central Michigan University 27,000 College of Charleston (S.C.) 9,900 East Carolina University (N.C.) 27,000 East Tennessee State University 15,600 Emory University 13,900 Florida State University 40,500 George Mason University (Va.) 33,400 Georgetown University (D.C.) 17,200 Grand Valley State University (Mich.) 24,700 Illinois State University 20,800 Mercer University (Ga.) 5,500 Michigan State University 48,000 Middle Tennessee State University 24,200 Minnesota State University 15,700 Minnesota State University Mankato 13,600 Missouri State University 21,100 North Carolina State University 34,000 Northern Kentucky University 15,500 Northwestern University 20,000 Old Dominion University (Va.) 24,200 Park University (Mo.) 25,500 Pennsylvania State University 44,900 Sam Houston State University (Texas) 17,700 Southern Methodist University (Texas) 12,000 Tennessee Technological University 10,000 Troy University (Ala.) 29,700 University of Central Florida 59,000 University of Georgia 33,400 University of Memphis (Tenn.) 18,000 University of Miami (Fla.) 16,800 University of Minnesota 52,600 University of Pennsylvania 21,300 University of Pittsburgh (Pa.) 28,800 University of South Carolina 45,300 University of Tampa (Fla.) 6,900 University of Virginia 21,200 Vanderbilt University 12,700 Virginia Commonwealth University 32,000 Virginia Tech 31,000 Webster University (Mo.) 21,100 Western Kentucky University 21,100 Western Michigan University 25,100   March 12 – March 19 Armstrong Atlantic State University (Ga.) 7,600 Auburn University (Ala.) 25,500 Clemson University (S.C.) 15,500 Cleveland State University 17,200 Colorado State University 32,000 Columbia University (N.Y.) 27,700 Dallas Independent School District (Texas) Duke University (N.C.) 14,800 Florida International University 48,000 Georgia Southern University 20,300 Georgia State University 40,000 Gulf Coast State College (Fla.) 7,200 Harvard University (Mass.) 21,300 Indiana University (System) 83,700 Iowa State University 31,100 Kansas State University 24,400 Leon County, Tallahassee School System   Mississippi State University 20,000 New York University 38,400 Northern Illinois University 25,400 Ohio State University 56,900 Oklahoma State University 26,100 Oklahoma University 30,800 Purdue University (Ind.) 39,800 State University of New York (System) 465,000 State University of West Georgia 11,700 Stony Brook University (N.Y.) 24,700 Syracuse University 20,500 Tennessee State University 8,500 Texas A&M University 53,400 Texas State University 34,300 The George Washington University 24,600 University of Alabama 33,600 University of Arizona 40,000 University of Connecticut 22,500 University of Houston 39,900 University of Iowa 30,400 University of Kansas 29,500 University of Kentucky 28,100 University of Maryland 37,700 University of Massachusetts 68,400 University of Mississippi 20,800 University of North Carolina Chapel Hill 67,100 University of North Florida 14,300 University of North Georgia 9,000 University of North Texas 36,200 University of South Alabama 15,100 University of South Florida 47,200 University of Southern California 41,000 University of Southern Mississippi 18,000 University of Tennessee Knoxville 27,600 University of Texas 38,500 University of West Florida 10,200 Valdosta State University (Ga.) 13,100 Wayne State University (Mich.) 32,600   March 19 – March 26 Bay County (Panama City, Fla.) Public Schools   College of DuPage (Ill.) 29,000 Drexel University (Penn.) 25,500 Georgia Institute of Technology 20,500 Huntsville (Ala.) School District   Jacksonville State University  (Ala.) 9,500 Kent State University (Ohio) 42,600 Little Rock (Ark.) School District   Louisiana State University 29,600 Loyola University New Orleans 5,000 Miami University (Ohio) 20,200 Nashville (Tenn.) School District   Okaloosa County (Destin) Public Schools   St. Louis Public Schools   Texas Tech University 32,700 Tulane University (La.) 13,400 University of Akron (Ohio) 24,600 University of Alabama Birmingham 18,000 University of Arkansas 24,600 University of California Irvine 30,000 University of California Los Angeles 42,200 University of Cincinnati 42,700 University of Colorado Boulder 29,900 University of Illinois 28,100 University of Nebraska 50,000 University of Oregon 20,700 University of Wisconsin 42,300 West Virginia University 29,700 Western Carolina University (N.C.) 10,000   March 26 – April 2 Alabama State University 5,800 Birmingham (Ala.) Public Schools   Cornell University (N.Y.) 21,000 Dothan (Ala.) School District   Eastern Michigan University 23,000 Fayette County (Lexington, Ky.) Public Schools   Saint John’s University (N.Y.) 15,700 University of Louisiana (System) 24,500 University of Missouri 35,500 University of North Alabama 7,300 University of West Alabama 5,200 Walton County (Santa Rosa Beach) Public Schools     April 2 – April 9 DeKalb County (Ga.) Public Schools   Fulton County (Ga.) Public Schools   Jefferson County (Kent.) Public Schools   Kennesaw State University (Ga.) 32,500 BOOK YOUR SPRING BREAK ADVENTURE NOW! Although we did our best to verify all of the above information, of course, you should check with your school before making any travel plans. Please report any corrections to feedback@30A.com, and if your school isn’t listed, please shout out your dates below!

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Photo by Sean MurphyIt’s time to vote for the 2016 30A HOT SPOTS. Only one (1) vote is allowed per email address, and you can vote until March 15, 2016. We received thousands of nominations, so although we would love to include EVERY local business in each category, we were only able to include the TOP 10 candidates with the most nominations. However, please note that you can vote for anyone using the write-in option. Nominees in each category are presented in random order, and the survey takes about 10 minutes to complete, so CLICK HERE TO VOTE NOW. Thank you for participating, and best of luck to all of our local businesses. To request report any errors or corrections, please contact us.

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Ann and George HartleyFor our Valentine’s Day edition of The 30A Show, we brought in one of the best couples we know — George and Ann Hartley, owners of the most historical restaurant in South Walton, Seagrove Village Market Cafe. The Hartleys give blind date tips, relocation advice and play a special “Match Game” contest. They also give an update on the cafe, which had to be relocated after the building was torn down last year, as well as share some breaking news on their next big project on 30A. Hear all this and more in the third episode of The 30A Show, brought to you by 30A Cottages and Concierge. The 30A Show airs Friday mornings on 30A Radio and is also available on Soundcloud, in the 30A mobile app and wherever you get your podcasts. Love what we’re doing? Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to help more people find us. And now on to the show!

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food-festivalFor all foodies out there, a new event is coming to South Walton this spring that shouldn’t be missed. The Food Film Festival, created by Emmy award-winning filmmaker and Travel Channel host George Motz, will be held April 8-10, 2016, with events at scenic locations across the area, including Caliza Restaurant, Bud & Alley’s and The Hub. Tickets available at special savings for a limited time only. Get tickets now! South Walton is the fourth location for this exciting festival, which has also been held in New York, Chicago and Charleston, South Carolina. Attendees will screen a selection of the best of today’s food documentaries while tasting the dishes seen onscreen and others, all prepared by some of the South’s most-renowned chefs. Chefs attending the event include Braden Wages of Malai Kitchen in Dallas, Texas; Michael Gulotta of MoPho in New Orleans, Louisiana; Kevin Gillespie of Gunshow and Revival in Atlanta, Georgia; and Phil McDonald of Bud + Alley’s Pizza Bar. Events include: Friday — VIP Preview: A Taste of What’s to Come VIP guests can rub elbows with filmmakers and chefs and taste a showcase of the weekend to come. Commentary by George Motz. Location: Caliza Restaurant, Alys Beach. Time: 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday — Roadtrip: A Southern Culinary and Spirits Experience The only event throughout the weekend without film gives each guest a culinary road trip like no other. Guests explore what makes each city a great foodie destination, and sip through some of the South’s best beverage offerings. A highlight is the Springer Mountain Farm Ambassador Chefs’ Battle in the Fried Chicken Competition. Winner takes home the glory and the right to serve their dish at the Saturday night after party. Stella airstream will be onsite. Location: The Hub Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday — By Land or By Sea, Feature Film Night This feature film event showcases 60 minutes of food film documentaries and allow guests to taste what they see on the screen as they view it. Location: The Hub Time: 6:30 p.m. until closes down Sunday — An American Institution: Grits A 43-minute film all about a Southern institution, grits. Guests get four different presentations of grits. (Grits popsicles anyone?) Sponsored by Catdaddy Vodka, Chaste 850 and Lewis Bear. After party includes Grits Master Chef Jim Shirley and other southern breakfast specialties. Location: Bud + Alley’s Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. A portion of The Food Film Festival South Walton proceeds will benefit the Emerald Coast Theatre Company and Food For Thought Florida. The Local Palate, a nationally distributed magazine with a focus on the food culture of the South, is the event’s main sponsor. Get tickets now!

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abe-troySandestin Golf and Beach Resort announces great gumbo paired with first-rate fun at the Gulf Coast’s favorite winter food event – the 27th Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival, Friday and Saturday, February 12-13. Visitors and gumbo-lovers from across the Southeast are expected to join in the festivities during the extended Presidents Day weekend. The Sandestin Gumbo Festival has been known as one of the largest and most popular winter food events along Florida’s Emerald Coast. Now in its 27th year, the event takes over The Village of Baytowne Wharf during Presidents Day weekend. Kick-off the weekend Friday, February 12, at Fat Tuesday with a delicious Baytowne Seafood Boil starting at 4 p.m. On Saturday, February 13, from 12 – 4 p.m. guests will enjoy live Zydeco music from Dikki Du and the Zydeco Krewe, family activities and the best gumbo cook-off on the Gulf Coast. “You simply can’t beat fresh gumbo! And the atmosphere is fun and family friendly with live music and tents ready to win your vote! Our event sold out last year, and it’s no surprise with all the different restaurants and gumbos represented – whether it is dark roux, light roux, chicken, seafood, long time veterans and first year participants,” said Julie Stuckey, events manager for The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Festival guests can vote for ‘The People’s Choice’ awards in gumbo and become eligible for raffle items from the participating restaurants. Judges will also award first, second and third place for the participant categories, and even a ‘Best Display’. The awards ceremony will begin at approximately 4 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 week of event, $30 on event day and are now available online as well as at Graffiti & the Funky Blues Shack, Aloha Surf Company and the Sandestin Welcome Center’s front desk. Click here to buy tickets online! The Sandestin Gumbo Festival is proud to partner with the Sandestin Foundation for Kids (SDFK), where a portion of the proceeds benefit SDFK’s causes and organizations that have the most impact and make a meaningful and positive difference in the lives of children. The Village of Baytowne Wharf invites local businesses and restaurants to join in the fun by becoming a gumbo participant. Participants of the Sandestin Gumbo Festival will be included in the event’s marketing package, have an opportunity to win radio and print advertising through sponsors and award winners will receive prize money. For more info, contact Baytowne Wharf. Special accommodation rates at Sandestin are available for the weekend. (Promo Code: GUMBO). Other special deals include 30% off with the purchase of three or more nights (Code: SAVE30). For more info, visit Sandestin Gumbo Festival or call 866-91-BEACH. Check out our 30A videos from the 2015 festival:

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2012-10-08-15 clean beachIf you’re planning to spend time out on the beach this year, please don’t leave anything behind! In accordance with Walton County’s Leave No Trace clean beaches ordinance [2013-04 Section 22-54(g)], such items will no longer be stored for pick-up at the Visit South Walton‘s Maintenance Facility in Santa Rosa Beach. Instead, personal articles left on the beach in South Walton one hour after sunset will be removed before one hour after sunrise. These items generally include (but are not limited to) beach chairs, umbrellas, tents, hammocks, volleyball nets, picnic tables and tiki huts. Visit South Walton provides educational resources such as the Beachgoer’s Guide outlining the Leave No Trace and sea turtle nesting laws, safety tips and more. The guide is available at the Visitor Center located at 25777 US 331 in Santa Rosa Beach, and by request. For more info, visit Visit South Walton or call 850-622-7813.

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hat and 30A beach chair 1200Looking for a summer internship? Want to be able to go back to school bragging that you snagged the best one ever — a summer at the beach? The 30A Company is looking for a few good interns who are passionate and have a strong work ethic. You will have the opportunity to assist with wide-ranging aspects of our fast-growing business including editorial, journalism, graphics design, retail, marketing, radio, video, social media, product development, branding and business management. Learn more about The 30A Company here. If you have an interest in any or all of these areas, please email your resume and cover letter to feedback@30a.com by February 28, 2016. We look forward to hearing from you!

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From L to R: Daniel Ching, William Fedkenheuer, Joshua Gindele & John Largess of the Miró QuartetKeeping the tempo on the Emerald Coast’s cultural scene since its founding in 2005, Sinfonia Gulf Coast continues its milestone 10th season as the region’s only fully professional symphony orchestra. Sinfonia presents the final Classical Connections series of concerts in two performances at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, February 12, and Saturday, February 13, featuring the award-winning Miró String Quartet. The Town Hall at Rosemary Beach serves as the backdrop for this evening of chamber music featuring the works of Schubert, Ginastera and Beethoven. Now in its 19th year, the Miró Quartet is consistently praised for its deeply musical interpretations, exciting performances and thoughtful programming. Each season, the Miró Quartet performs throughout the world on the most important chamber music series and on the most prestigious concert stages, garnering accolades from critics and audiences alike. Of a recent performance, the Cleveland Plain Dealer wrote: “Throughout the concert, the Miró gave lessons in the art of the string quartet, shaping each of the night’s scores with a blend of refinement and vibrancy that drew the listener deeply inside the sonic arguments.” Tickets are $45 with limited availability remaining. Patrons may purchase online or call the box office at the number below. For more info, or to purchase tickets, visit Sinfonia Gulf Coast or call 850-460-8800.

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