Friday, May 17
BANDS ON THE BLACKWATER CONCERT - NOR QUITE FAB, BEATLES TRIBUTE BAND
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Bring your coolers and lawn chairs and enjoy the concert near the stage or set up on the Riverwalk overlooking the Black Water River.
Food and beverages are also available for purchase.
For more information:  ci.milton.fl.us or call Milton Community Center at 983-5466

May 17 & 18
NAVARRE CLUB GARDEN SHOW
Adnission:  FREE and Open to the Public
Friday 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., Saturday, 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 NOON
Navarre Library,8484 James M. Harvell Road
For more information:  850-936-0190

May 17 - 19
FORT WALTON BEACH COMMUNITY CHORUS
"This is My Country", a musical journey across the United States
Tickets:  $12 Adults, $10 Seniors (over 60), $8 for children (under 12)
May 17 & 18 7:30 P.M. and May 19  3:00 P.M.
Fort Walton Beach Municipal Auditorium
For more information call Lisa Stanhope at 850-543-5298

SATURDAY, MAY 18
RUN FOR HEARTS 5K
Fees:  $25, $20, or $7.50
7:30 P.M.
Fort Walton Beach Shrine Club, 227 Carol Avenue, FWB
3rd annual 5k Run/Walk and Spaghetti Supper to cure heart disease through cutting edge research at the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory (MMRL). The Cardiac Research Institute at MMRL is committed to bringing the medical technology needed to mend a broken heart into fruition. Please join us and help win the battle against heart disease worldwide! Sign up today to be sure to be one of the first 200 registrants to get one of our super nice race T-Shirts

Saturday, May 18
THE DEPUTY SKIP YORK MEMORIAL/EMERALD COAST CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTER POKER RUN
$20 for rider and $25 for passenger
Registration Starts @ 8:30 A.M., FIRST BIKE OUT @ 9:00 A.M.,  LAST BIKE OUT @ 10:30 A.M., LAST BIKE IN @ 1:30 P.M.
Registration includes lunch, music after the ride, ride pin for the first 200 riders
Heritage Cycle Harley Davidson, 788 North Beal Parkway, FWB
For more information call Ken Christmas at 850-612-0261 or email blueknightsflxxv@gmail.com

Saturday, May 18
OKALOOSA COUNTY 4TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY RABIES VACCINATION CLINIC
$10.00 Rabies shots
8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. - No appoinement necessary
The following five clinics will be participating:  Southside Animal Hospital, Brightman Pet Clinic, Emerald Coast Animal Hospital, Friendly
Veterinary Hospital, Northside Veterinary Clinic

Saturday, May 18
2013 EMERALD COAST MUD RUN FOR ORPHANS
100 College Blvd., Niceville

Saturday, May 18
DOLLARS FOR DOGS DAY
11:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Liza Jackson Park, Fort Walton Beach
Activities include low-cost rabies and microchip clinic, lots of adorable dogs and puppies, face painting, Stacy's bows for pets and humans,
Artist, Cyndi Eastburn, Dr. Meow's Art Glass and Handmade Jewelry,
All proceeds will benefit the construction of the dog park at Liza Jackson Park.
For more information contact FWB Chamber of Commerce at 850-244-8191

Saturday, May 18
DELTAS SATURDAYS IN THE PARK
Free and Open to the Public
10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Fort Walton Landing
This program honors scholastic achievement, community service and small business entrepreneurship.  There will be activities and attractions for all ages including a Kids', Teen and Seniors' Corner.  Food and drink will be provided.  Throughout the day there will be music, several competitions, giveaways and door prizes. 
For more information call 850-685-6711

Saturday, May 18
2013 GULF COAST CORNHOLE SERIES
Juana's Pagoda, Navarre Beach
Registration - $20 per team prior to the event and $30 per team at the door
Teams of two will play in either the Rookie division or Master division to compete for $1000 in gift cards and prizes at the qualifying tournaments
throughout the year.  Top teams at the final tournament will be awarded $1000 in cash prizes, cornhole boards and merchandise.
Participants can register online at www.kaboomssc.com/tournaments, mail in a registration form, or sign-up at the event location the day of the event.
For more information:  Krissy Greenleaf-Robertson (352)514-3504 or email kaboomssc@gmail.com

Saturday, May 18
MYSTERY AND MURDER WITH ACT4MURDER'S FOUL PLAY ON THE SPEEDWAY
Admission:  $40 per person, plus tax and gratuity
Seating:  6:30 P.M., Dinner/Show 7:00 P.M.
Location:  Christopher's Uncorked, 224 Main Street Crestview
Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal (Salad, entree and dessert) during this hilarious show.
Stock car sponsors Grayen Pree and King Petty honor their drivers tonight during this, the First Annual Dirtball Derby Driver Distinction and Fan
Appreciation dinner.  Meet Darlington Stripes, Sly Riter, Meliss Fobia and Lee Sherley as they receive their special awards and prizes, and entertain
us all with their off-the-track antics.  Between King's pranks and Melissa's temper tantrums, it's a night you'll never forget.  And remember, someone's
going to die!  Will you and your friends win the prize for guessing WHODUNNIT?!
Make your reservations by calling Christopher's today. (850) 682-2002

Saturday, May 18
4TH ANNUAL LITTLE BLACK DRESS PARTY
6:00 P.M.
Emerald Coast Convention Center
The Little Black Dress was formed to raise money for local charities to help raise awareness and education of the importance of preventive
health and early detection.
Sponsored by the White Wilson Community Foundation

May 18 & 19
6th ANNUAL FAMILY FUN ARTS FEST AT HARBORWALK VILLAGE
Admission:  FREE
11:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
This event features dozens of artisans and craft vendors, food and beverages, live music and art performances.  Two full days of free family activities;
hands on art projects, educational presentations and exhibits, face painting and street performances by local artists and students.  A silent auction
will help raise funds for Okaloosa Arts Alliance and the Okaloosa County School Poster contest entries will be on display. 
For more information:  850-499-8335 or email abaty@okaloosaarts.org or mercysinger22@hotmail.com

Sunday, May 19
ANNIE MOSES BAND
Tickets:  $10.00 in advance, $12.00 at the door
6:00 P.M. (Doors open at 5:00 P.M.)
Village Baptists Church, 101 Matthew Blvd, Destin
For more information contact 850-837-8107

Sunday, May 19
REDNECK RIVIERA
6:00 P.M.
MAGNOLIA GRILL, 157 Brooks Street SE, FWB
A unique dinner theater experience will take diners on a rollicking romp with "nutty tourists" who save up all year to spend a week or two on
"The Redneck Riviera".  They'll sing and dance their way through dinner, making you laugh all the way to dessert.  Diners may even end up as
part of the show with the shenanigans of this musical comedy written by local talents Jim Lee and Liz Cain. 
For reservations call 850-302-0266.

Monday, May 20
COMEDY, MYSTERY...AND MURDEROUS FUN with ACT4MURDER's RED LEG the DREADED
Admission:  $39.95 per person, plus tax and tip
7:30 P.M. Seating, 8:00 P.M. Dinner/Show
Angler's Beachside Grill, Okaloosa Island
Red Leg the Dreaded, Pirate of the Gulf, is sick and tired of all the publicity Billy Bowlegs gets here in Northwest Florida.  He's written several
letters to the Chamber of Commerce, requesting equal time, but so far, he's only received computer-generated form letters in response thanking
him for his interest.  So he decides to take matters into his own hands.  Surrounded by his faithful krewe.  Red Leg surprises everyone when he
descends on the Buccaneer, expecting a visit from Billy Bowlegs.  They are in for a surprise - Red Leg is NOTHING like Billy!
You'll enjoy a nurder mystery and a delicious meal during this hilarious performance.  There are no bad seats - the show is performed on the
floor around you as you enjoy your meal. 
For information or reservations contact Anglers (850) 796-0260

Tuesday, May 21
SPAGHETTI DINNER AND SILENT AUCTION
Tickets - $7.50
5:00 - 7:00 P.M.
Choctaw Cafeteria
For tickets call:  850-259-8883
All proceeds benefit the Choctawhatchee Indianettes 

58th ANNUAL BILLY BOWLEGS FESTIVAL TORCHLIGHT PARADE, PIRATE ZOMBIE WALK AND FESTIVAL

Friday, May 31
5K/1 MILE FAMILY FUN RUN for JUNIOR LIFEGUARDS
6:30 P.M.
Entry Fees:  $25 for pre-registered 5K runners, $10 for pre-registered 1 milers,  $3 additional race day registration
For more information contact Tracey Vause  850-259-5874 or email tvause@co.okaloosa.fl.us

Friday, May 31
BANDS ON THE BLACKWATER CONCERT - SOUTHERN BREEZE, country acoustic and southern rock
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Bring your coolers and lawn chairs and enjoy the concert near the stage or set up on the Riverwalk overlooking the Black Water River.
Food and beverages are also available for purchase.
For more information: ci.milton.fl.us or call Milton Community Center at 983-5466

MAY 31 & JUNE 1                                       
58TH ANNUAL BILLY BOWLEGS PIRATE FESTIVAL
Friday, May 31 Festival and Fireworks
Saturday, June 1 Festival and Skirmish
Fort Walton Beach Landing, Brooks Street, FWB

Saturday, June 1
REAL.  FUN.  BEACHFEST
Tickets:  $39.00
7:00 P.M.
Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater
Chart topping pop music sensations.  The Wanted and Cody Simpson will be joined by breakout artists Britt Nicole and DJ Alex Angelo for an
unforgettable summer evening of music. 
For more information call 800-895-0071

Friday, June 7
WALK HER WAY ROSEMARY BEACH
6:00 P.M.
N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach.M.
Registration includes:  Event t-shirt, prize awards, after party featuring:  The Forest Williams Band
Proceeds to benefit Shelter House and Rosemary Beach Foundation
For more information:  www.walkherway.com or call (850)243-1201

Friday, June 7
BANDS ON THE BLACKWATER CONCERT - 13TH HOURGLASS, music from the 60's, 70's, 80's and some 90's
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Bring your coolers and lawn chairs and enjoy the concert near the stage or set up on the Riverwalk overlooking the Black Water River.
Food and beverages are also available for purchase.
For more information: ci.milton.fl.us or call Milton Community Center at 983-5466

JUNE 7 & 8
SIXTH ANNUAL DIGITAL GRAFFITI FESTIVAL
Tickets:  $50 for Friday night and includes an official t-shirt, $100 for Saturday night includes an official t-shirt and Tervis tumbler
                Children's tickets (12 and under) $20 for Friday night only and includes a t-shirt.
Aly Beach at Sunset
The annual festival allows digital artists to  explore how their fluid forms intersect with technology and wrap the artchitecture of Alys Beach to
create entirely new art forms.  Once darkness falls on the weekend, the town will be set aglow as artists compete for over $10,000 of combined
prize money. 

Saturday, June 8
DISTINGUISHED DIVA BOOT CAMP
Entry Fee - $35.00 (Ages 8 - 11)
2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Niceville Assembly of God Fellowship Hall, 108 Highway 85 North, Niceville
Come Casual. Learn About Manners, Fashion, and Be Your Best Self
For more information:  Carole Byrd911@yahoo.com

Saturday, June 8
HANDS-ON SATURDAY - POTTERY TELLS A STORY - WHAT WAS THE PURPOSE OF POTTERY FOR THE FIRST FLORIDIANS?
Cost $7.00 per child or $5.00 per child for Museum Family Members (K-6 welcome)
10:00 A.M. - NOON
Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida, 115 Westview Avenue, Valparaiso
For more information call 850-678-2615

Thursday, June 13
DANCING WITH DESIRE
General Admission $50, balcony seat $30
7:00 P.M.
Mattie Kelly Arts Center

Friday, June 14
BANDS ON THE BLACKWATER CONCERT - MODERN ELDORADOS, american honky tonk
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Bring your coolers and lawn chairs and enjoy the concert near the stage or set up on the Riverwalk overlooking the Black Water River.
Food and beverages are also available for purchase.
For more information: ci.milton.fl.us or call Milton Community Center at 983-5466

Saturday, June 15
2ND ANNUAL MORGAN MURRAY SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT
7:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Old Spanish Trail Fairground
For more information contact Michele (850) 307-7613, Tracy (850) 259-5830 or Calaine (850) 582-7415

Friday, June 21
BANDS ON THE BLACKWATER CONCERT - REUNION BAND, rock, oldies and R & B hits from the 60's
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Bring your coolers and lawn chairs and enjoy the concert near the stage or set up on the Riverwalk overlooking the Black Water River.
Food and beverages are also available for purchase.
For more information: ci.milton.fl.us or call Milton Community Center at 983-5466

Thursday, June 27
COMEDY AND MYSTERY WITH ACT4MURDER - MUSCLING IN ON MURDER
$40 per person, plus tax and gratuity
Seating:  6:15 P.M., Dinner/Show 7:00 P.M.
Angus Steakhouse, 1101 Scenic Highway, Pensacola
What do a high-powered salesman, an investor, a marketing guru, a big eater, a sound sleeper and a diet enthusiast have in common?
The Bycle Cyle, an amazing new exercise device that is taking the fitness world by storm.  How the cycle was invented is another story, however, and has a twisted ending that will make your muscles ache with laughter.  Join Michael Bycle, Ian Ventor, Sheila Closit, Sue Flay, Matt Napper and
Dan D. Diet as they bend, push, and pull their way through an intriguing night of exercise.  And whoever said exercise will kill you. . . .is right!
For reservations contact: 850-432-0539

Friday, June 28
BANDS ON THE BLACKWATER CONCERT - THE SPRINGS, country/southern rock
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Bring your coolers and lawn chairs and enjoy the concert near the stage or set up on the Riverwalk overlooking the Black Water River.
Food and beverages are also available for purchase.
For more information: ci.milton.fl.us or call Milton Community Center at 983-5466

Saturday, June 29
INDIAN SUNRISE 5K RUN/WALK SPONSORED BY CHOCTAWHATCHEE INDIANETTE DANCE TEAM
7:30 A.M.
Fort Walton Beach Landing
Awards will be given to Overall Master, Grandmaster male and female, and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in age groups, as well as Overall and Top 3 walkers.
Registration forms may be mail to or dropped off at:  Choctaw High School, Attn:  DeeDee Shank, 110 Racetrack Road, Fort Walton Beach or register at http://www.active.com/event.detail.cfm?event id=2098462
Race t-shirts guaranteed to first 200 entrants (early registration helps ensure your size) 
For further information contact Nikki Owen 259-8883.

Saturday, June 29
2013 GULF COAST CORNHOLE SERIES
Angler's Beachside, Okaloosa Island
Registration - $20 per team prior to the event and $30 per team at the door
Teams of two will play in either the Rookie division or Master division to compete for $1000 in gift cards and prizes at the qualifying tournaments
throughout the year.  Top teams at the final tournament will be awarded $1000 in cash prizes, cornhole boards and merchandise.
Participants can register online at www.kaboomssc.com/tournaments, mail in a registration form, or sign-up at the event location the day of the event.
For more information:  Krissy Greenleaf-Robertson (352)514-3504 or email kaboomssc@gmail.com

Saturday, JULY 6
BEACHBRAWL SK8R DOLLS VS. GULF COAST ROLLER GIRLS (FROM LAKE CHARLES, LA)
Admission:  $10.00
Doors Open:  6:00 P.M., BOUT STARTS @ 7:00 P.M.
Northwest Florida Fairgrounds, Lewis Turner Blvd., FWB

July 17-20
"LES MISERABLES"
Tickets"  Adults - $25, $20 for youth ages 18 and younger
Northwest Florida State College, Mattie Kelly Arts Center i Niceville
The full-scale theatrical production will be the final production directed by Dr. Cliff Herron, long-time dean of the college's arts programs,
who will retire at the end of August.   

Saturday, July 20
2013 GULF COAST CORNHOLE SERIES
Flora-Bama, Perdido Key
Registration - $20 per team prior to the event and $30 per team at the door
Teams of two will play in either the Rookie division or Master division to compete for $1000 in gift cards and prizes at the qualifying tournaments
throughout the year.  Top teams at the final tournament will be awarded $1000 in cash prizes, cornhole boards and merchandise.
Participants can register online at www.kaboomssc.com/tournaments, mail in a registration form, or sign-up at the event location the day of the event.
For more information:  Krissy Greenleaf-Robertson (352)514-3504 or email kaboomssc@gmail.com

Saturday, July 27                                    
DISTINGUISHED YOUNG WOMEN OF OKALOOSA COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
7:00 P.M. - Fort Walton Beach City Auditorium
Admission;  $5.00     
A non-profilt organization, DYW features a fabulous program which showcases contestants
competing for cash scholarships. Contestants are High School uprising SENIORS, who perform
in 5 categories, evaluated by OUT of STATE judges:  GRADES, FITNESS, INTERVIEW, TALENT &
PUBLIC SPEAKING.  The winner advances to the STATE program & STATE winner advances to the
prestigious & renowned NATIONAL finals held yearly in MOBILE, AL.  We believe the quality, high-
achieving girls of Okaloosa County deserve to be provided the finest education possible, so that
as our future leaders, they will help to perpetuate the grandeur of our area!!!!
Contact Person:  Carole Lee Byrd (205) 886-5552 or carolebyrd911@yahoo.com.    

July 25-27
"LES MISERABLES"
Tickets"  Adults - $25, $20 for youth ages 18 and younger
Northwest Florida State College, Mattie Kelly Arts Center i Niceville
The full-scale theatrical production will be the final production directed by Dr. Cliff Herron, long-time dean of the college's arts programs,
who will retire at the end of August.   

July 27 & 28
WPA RAW WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Defuniak Springs, FL
For more information:  Contact Bobby Myers, (850) 974-2880

Saturday, August 3
BEACHBRAWL SK8R DOLLS VS. ROLLER ARSENAL OF DERBY (FROM HUNTSVILLE, AL)
Admission:  $10.00
Doors Open:  6:00 P.M., BOUT STARTS @ 7:00 P.M.
Northwest Florida Fairgrounds, Lewis Turner Blvd., FWB

Saturday, August 17
2013 GULF COAST CORNHOLE SERIES
Bamboo Willie's, Pensacola Beach
Registration - $20 per team prior to the event and $30 per team at the door
Teams of two will play in either the Rookie division or Master division to compete for $1000 in gift cards and prizes at the qualifying tournaments
throughout the year.  Top teams at the final tournament will be awarded $1000 in cash prizes, cornhole boards and merchandise.
Participants can register online at www.kaboomssc.com/tournaments, mail in a registration form, or sign-up at the event location the day of the event.
For more information:  Krissy Greenleaf-Robertson (352)514-3504 or email kaboomssc@gmail.com

TUESDAY, AUGUST 20
COMEDY, MYSTERY AND MURDER WITH ACT4MURDER FOUL PLAY ON THE SPEEDWAY
Admission Cost:  $39.95 adults, $17.50 12 and under, plus tax and gratuity - Fresh salad, entrees from their buffet and a mystery dessert.
Seating, 7:30 P.M., Dinner/Show 8:00 P.M.
Angler's Beachside Grill, Okaloosa Island
Join the powerful Toulong family as they renew their wedding vows amongst their unusual family and friends. Find out who will bring down the mighty ketchup king, Tye Toulong, and his devoted wife Mary. Discover the truth about daughter Misty, the teary-eyed psychologist, Meet the Toulong's business partners and best friends, Morvin and Veronica Goodfrend. Warm up to Nanny, who will thrill you with her best kept cleaning and cooking tips. It's all family fun, but remember, this family has a secret to die for!
For reservations contact  Angler's at: 850.796.0260

Saturday, September 21
34TH ANNUAL 86TH FIGHTER-BOMBER GROUP REUNION (WWII)
Admission:  FREE
6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Ramada Beach Plaza, Okaloosa Island
For more information contact; Dallas Lowe, Reunion Director 850-863-1966 or lowe_dallas@yahoo.com

Saturday, September 21
2013 GULF COAST CORNHOLE SERIES
Bamboo Willie's, Pensacola Beach
Registration - $20 per team prior to the event and $30 per team at the door
Teams of two will play in either the Rookie division or Master division to compete for $1000 in gift cards and prizes at the qualifying tournaments
throughout the year.  Top teams at the final tournament will be awarded $1000 in cash prizes, cornhole boards and merchandise.
Participants can register online at www.kaboomssc.com/tournaments, mail in a registration form, or sign-up at the event location the day of the event.
For more information:  Krissy Greenleaf-Robertson (352)514-3504 or email kaboomssc@gmail.com

October 4 - 6
35TH ANNUAL DESTIN SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
Destin Harbor Boardwalk
For more information:  428-7783 or email info@destinseafoodfestival.org or visit DestinSeafoodFestival.org

Thursday, October 17
6TH ANNUAL MEDIACOM GARCON  POINT BRIDGE RUN/WALK
Runners and walkers participate in the 4.8 mile course that brings them from the North side of the Garcon Point bridge to the south.
For more information:  850-983-5043

Saturday, October 19
BEACHBRAWL SK8R DOLLS VS. BURN CITY ROLLERS (AUBURN, AL)
Admission:  $10.00
Doors Open:  6:00 P.M., BOUT STARTS @ 7:00 P.M.
Northwest Florida Fairgrounds, Lewis Turner Blvd., FWB

Saturday, October 19
2013 GULF COAST CORNHOLE SERIES
Juana's Pagoda, Navarre Beach
Registration - $20 per team prior to the event and $30 per team at the door
Teams of two will play in either the Rookie division or Master division to compete for $1000 in gift cards and prizes at the qualifying tournaments
throughout the year.  Top teams at the final tournament will be awarded $1000 in cash prizes, cornhole boards and merchandise.
Participants can register online at www.kaboomssc.com/tournaments, mail in a registration form, or sign-up at the event location the day of the event.
For more information:  Krissy Greenleaf-Robertson (352)514-3504 or email kaboomssc@gmail.com

February 10 - 13, 2014
WINE, WOMEN & SHOES
Vintner Dinners:  Hosted in private homes - These chef-prepared dining experiences are perfectly matched with world class wines.
Signature Event - Lip smacking wines, tasty treats, Shoe Guys serving up the lastest fashions, fab shopping, fashion show from W by Worth &
your best girlfriends. 
For more information:  www.WineWomenandShoes.com/sinfonia