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JANUARY
January 5 Meisenbach and Golden flute/harp duo
First Arts, First United Methodist Church. 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 243-9292 or 863-2436.
January 11 Jekyll & Hyde
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. 7:30 p.m. Call 729-6000 for more information.
January 11 Girls of '21
Marie Greene Slide Lecture by Maxine Hadfield in Room J-328 at 4:30 pm, followed by preview reception from 5:30 - 7:30 in the McIlroy Gallery OWCC Art Center. For information 729-6044.
Jan 14-Feb. 15
Art Center Faculty Exhibition at the McIlroy Gallery at the OWCC Art Center. Gallery hours Mon - Thur 9 am - 4 pm, Sunday 1-4 pm. For information 729-6044.
January 16 The Limeliters
The Arts Center at OWCC. 7:30 p.m. Call 837-1742 or 651-0359 for more information.
January 17
Senior Expo and Snow bird Appreciation Day at Sam?s Club on Beal Parkway, 8:00 - 11:00 am. Sponsored by the Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce. Contact: Christine Yancey, 243-8191.
January 22 Godspell
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. 7:30 p.m. Call 729-6000 for more information.
January 24
Snowbird Appreciation Day at Silver Sands Factory Stores, 8:00 - 10:00 am. For more information, call 654-9771.
January 26 Concerto Showcase. Sponsored by the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra. The Arts Center at OWCC, Niceville. 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 729-6000.
January 26
Celebrity Black Tie Dinner and Silent Auction, 6:30 pm at Eglin AFB Officers Club. Sponsored by the United Way of Okaloosa-Walton Counties. Contact Kappi McGuffee, 243-0315.
January 28
The Hachidori Trio, from Florida State University. Sponsored by St. Agatha?s Lakeside Concert Series. 3 p.m. DeFuniak Springs. For more information, call 892-8134.
FEBRUARY
February 1-15
Art Center Faculty Exhibition at the McIlroy Gallery at the OWCC Art Center. Gallery hours Mon - Thur 9 am - 4 pm, Sunday 1-4 pm. For information 729-6044.
February 2
Vienna International Piano Duo. First Arts, First United Methodist Church. 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 243-9292 or 863-2436.
February 3 Okaloosa County Mathcount.
7th & 8th graders compete for best Middle School and top individual in this test of math knowledge. For more info 850-862-4913 or 850-862-6611. The public is welcome.
February 4 Taste of Fort Walton.
Westwood Retirement Community. Sponsored by the Ft. Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce. Contact: 244-8191.
February 8 Tales From The Southern Frontier.
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. 7 p.m. For more information, call 729-6000.
February 8 Ethics Seminar and "Order of the Engineer" induction.
6:30 p.m. Dinner at the Soundside Officers Club at Hurlburt Field. All engineers are encouraged to participate. For info call 892-8108 or 837-4242. The public is welcome.
February 9-11 Al-Anon Area Convention.
Ramada Inn, Okaloosa Island. Speakers, workshop, hospitality room, special room rates, $10 early registration, $12 at the door For information, call 244-2009.
February 9-11
42nd Annual Beaux Art Exhibition at Westwood Retirement Community sponsored by the Arts and Design Society of Fort Walton Beach. Open to all artists ages 18 and up.Contact: Patti Dumont 650-4515.
February 10
Champion Chili Competition at Santa Rosa Mall, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. Corporate team challenge to benefit the United Way of Okaloosa-Walton Counties. Sponsors: Northwest Florida Daily News, Santa Rosa Mall and Chik-fil-A. Contact Kappi McGuffee, 243-0315.
February 10
The Glenn Miller Orchestra. The Arts Center at OWCC. 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 837-1742 or 651-0359 for more information.
February 10
Valentine's Square Dance by the Playground Area Square & Round Dance Association. Saturday, February 10th, 2001 Caller-Dave Lightly. Cuer - Bill Henkener. A-1/A-2 afternoon dance 3:00-5:00pm: Cost $5.00 per person, Mainstream, Plus & Rounds, Evening Dance 7:00 - 10:00pm: Cost $7.00 per person. For more information call Cheryl at 833-5327 or email millerpe@gnt.net.
February 10 Valentine Tour of Homes.
The Coastal Branch Library of South Walton announces plans for the 2001 Valentine Tour of Homes. The theme of the tour is "Treasures of the Heart" and will encompass six homes from Sandestin to Inlet Breach on Saturday, February 10, 2001: Hours 9 A.M. to 4 P.M.. The tour is a fund raiser for the new Library which is under construction. Tickets are $15.00 each or advanced tickets are two for $25.00. Contact: Doris Mueller 267-0395.
February 16 Who's Line Is It?
Sponsored by the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra. The Arts Center at OWCC, Niceville. 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 729-6000.
February 17 Chamber Orchestra Kremlin.
First Arts, First United Methodist Church. 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 243-9292 or 863-2436.
February 17 Heart Ball. Embassy Suites in Destin.
Presented by Fort Walton Beach Medical Center. Proceeds benefit the American Heart Association. Call 243-0131 for more information.
February 17 American Association of University Women Scholarship Book Sale.
Santa Rosa Mall. 8:30 a.m - 4:00 p.m. Contact Carolyn Wardell by Email or at 729-2501.
February 18
Sunday in the Park presents "A Gospel Concert In The Park." Fort Walton Beach Landing. 2-5 p.m. Call 833-9576 for more information.
February 22 Aida.
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. 7:30 p.m. Call 729-6000 for more information.
February 23 - March 18 Judged Needlearts Show and Exhibit.
Okaloosa Walton Community College, Niceville. Sponsored by the Sand Dunes Chapter EGA. For more information, call 651-2598 or 581-2284.
February 23 The Northwest Florida Engineering Banquet.
National Museum of Naval Aviation at Naval Air Station Pensacola. This memorable event is recommended for all engineers. For information, call 452-4331. Target ticket price is $20 per person. February 23-25: The Chautauqua Assembly. DeFuniak Springs. For more information, call 892-0624.
February 25 OWCC Show Choir Spring Concert.
The Arts Center at OWCC, Niceville. 2 p.m. For more information, call 729-6000.
February 27, 28, March 1, 2 Dog Shows.
Okaloosa County Fairgrounds. Judging is from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Okaloosa Kennel Club, in conjunction with The Panama City Dog Fancier Association . Call 837-2657 for more information.
MARCH
March 1 The White Cliffs of Dover, Songs of World War II.
Fort Walton Beach Civic Auditorium. 8 p.m. For more information, call 837-1742 or 651-0359 for more information.
March 2 True North Brass.
First Arts, First United Methodist Church. 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 243-9292 or 863-2436.
March 2 Don Quixote.
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. 7:30 p.m. Call 729-6000 for more information.
March 2-April 19 Ground Cover
Contemporary Quilts. McIlroy Gallery. OWCC in Niceville. For more information, call 729-6000.
March 4-April 19
OWCC Annual Juried Student Exhibition. Holzhauer Gallery. OWCC in Niceville. For more information, call 729-6000.
March 7-11 The Baker?s Wife.
Sprint Theater. The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. Call 729-6000 for more information.
March 10 10th Annual ABWA Coastal Classic Car Show.
The Fort Walton Beach Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will hold their annual fundraiser for education on March 10th at Choctaw High School. The event includes entertainment, auction and vendors from several areas. It features 59 car classes and last year's show had over 300 cars. The girls and boys weightlifting teams from Choctaw High School will be selling refreshments with proceeds going to their activity fund. Call Martha Masserilli at 314-3010 for more information. Fax: 850-244-2153. Email: acbar98@aol.com.
Saturday, March 17 Indian Temple Mound Museum - 8th Annual Archaeology Day Open House
downtown Fort Walton Beach. Demonstrations will include
primitive skills (such as flintknapping and pottery making) as well as
histroic skills (such as wood hewing and basket making). There will be an archaeological excavation, a Civil War encampment with skirmish at 2:00, displays from local community groups and museums, and so much more! Children will be able to make a hands-on take home item. For more information call 833-9595.
March 19-25 Emerald Coast Classic Golf Tournament.
An official Senior PGA Event, benefitting Emerald Coast Charities. The Moors, Milton. For more information, call 995-4653.
March 20 Show Boat.
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. 7:30 p.m. Call 729-6000 for more information.
March 2424th Anniversary Square Dance by the Playground Area Square & Round Dance Association.
Saturday, March 24th, 2001 Caller - Bob Poyner. Cuer - Kit Waldorf. A-1/A-2 afternoon dance 3:00-5:00pm: Cost $5.00 per person, Mainstream, Plus & Rounds, Evening Dance 7:00 - 10:00pm: Cost $7.00 per person. For more information call Cheryl at 833-5327 or email millerpe@gnt.net.
March 24-25 The Home Show.
Okaloosa-Walton Community College, Niceville. More than 125 exhibit booths featuring the latest products and services for your home. Expert Seminars at no extra charge. Food vendors and other family activities. $3 in advance or $4 at the door. For information, call the Building Industry Association of Okaloosa & Walton Counties at 850-863-5107.
March 25 A Bach Birthday Program.
Sponsored by St. Agatha's Lakeside Concert Series. 3 p.m. DeFuniak Springs. For more information, call 892-8134.
March 31 Nnenna Freelon.
Fort Walton Beach Civic Auditorium. 8 p.m. Presented by the Emerald Coast Concert Association. For more information, call 837-1742 or 651-0359.
APRIL
April 3 Celticfusion.
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. 7:30 p.m. Call 729-6000 for more information.
April 5-6 "Celebrate the Arts," Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra/Chorus.
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. 7:30 p.m. Call 729-6000 for more information.
April 6 Charity Square Dance by the Playground Area Square & Round Dance Association.
Friday, April 6th, 2001 Mainstream, Plus & Rounds, 7:00pm-10:00pm. Local Callers & Cuers, Proceeds to go to local Charity. : Cost $7.00 per person. For more information call Cheryl at 833-5327 or email millerpe@gnt.net.
April 7 "10th Annual Victorian Ball."
DeFuniak Springs. $40 per person. Sponsored by DeFuniak Springs Business & Professional Association. Call Peggy Caswell at 892-0624 for more information.
April 10 The Diary of Anne Frank.
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. 7 p.m. Call 729-6000 for more information.
April 13-15 "Musical Echoes"
Fort Walton Landing. A Native American Flute Gathering and Cultural Event. No charge for admission to festival. This is a non-alcoholic event. Call 243-4405 for more information.
April 20 Dance Facets 2001.
The Arts Cente Color at OWCC. Niceville. 7:30 p.m. Call 729-6000 for more information.
April 21 Earth Day Beach Cleanup in Okaloosa County.
Six locations, 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Sponsored by the Okaloosa County TDC and the Environmental Council. For more information, call 651-7105.
April 21 - 28 Pride Week
community cleanup of all streets, parks and businesses. All organizations and individuals are encouraged to participate. For more information, call the Northwest Florida Daily News at 863-1111.
April 25-29 St. Mary's Spring Fling.
St. Mary?s Catholic Church, Fort Walton Beach. Call 243-8913 for more information.
April 26-29 Sandestin Wine Festival.
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Call 267-8135 for more information.
April 28 Ms. Senior Okaloosa County Pageant.
Fort Walton Beach Municipal Auditorium. 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Creative Senior Center of Fort Walton Beach. For more information, call 833-9576.
MAY
May 4-5 Relay For Life.
A benefit for the American Cancer Society at Choctaw High School. Call 244-3813 for more information.
May 4 Greater Fort Walton Beach Showtime.
Fort Walton Beach Municipal Auditorium. 7 p.m. Sponsored by the City of FWB Parks and Recreation Department. Call 833-9576.
May 12-13 ArtsQuest 2001. Eden State Gardens.
Two day juried fine arts festival. For more information, call 231-0885.
May 18-20 Destin Mayfest.
At the foot of the Destin Bridge. For more information, call 837-2711.
May 19 Multiple Sclerosis Society?s Toast The Coast Bike Tour.
Panama City to Seaside and back. Contact: 800-FIGHTMS.
May 19 ABWA Billy Bowlegs Boating Poker Run.
Sponsored by the Emerald Coast American Business Women?s Association. Contact: Shareen Ketchem 863-9082.
May 19-21 Junior Aces Tennis Tournament at Bluewater Bay.
Sponsored by the Northwest Florida Daily News and the Boys & Girls Club of Okaloosa County. For more information, call 897-3679.
May 20 Sunday In The Park Series Presents "A Concert In The Park" (youth bands) .
Fort Walton Landing. 2-5 p.m. Sponsored by the City of Fort Walton Beach. For more information, call 833-9576.
May 20-June 14 ADSO Juried Exhibit. McIlroy Gallery
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. Call 729-6000 for more information.
May 20-June 14 ADSO 2000 Golden Brush Award Winner.
Holzhauer Gallery. The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. Call 729-6000 for more information.
May 28 Eglin's 16th annual Gate to Gate Run.
On Memorial Day, Eglin AFB will host the16th annual Gate-to-Gate run, a favorite competition for runners across the southeastern United States. The 4.4 mile event is open to the public for individuals and teams. Participants may either run or walk the course. The event will also feature a childrens' one-mile fun run and a post-race party with free food, beverages and live entertainment. For information on the Gate to Gate, including sponsorship and advertising, contact Lise Godfrey at 882-6581.
JUNE
June 1-2 42nd Annual Billy Bowlegs Festival Square Dance by the Playground Area Square & Round Dance Association.
Friday June 1 and Saturday June 2, 2001. Caller-Joe Fioretti, Cuers-Sandy and Kit Brown :Ribbons on sale April 2001. For more information call Cheryl at 833-5327 or email millerpe@gnt.net.
June 1-4 Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival.
Fort Walton Landing. Contact: 244-8191.
June 2 Ballet In The Park.
Liza Jackson Park. Free. Fort Walton Beach. 2 p.m. Call 664-7787 for more information.
June 14 Kids? Day At The Fort Walton Landing. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sponsored by the City of Fort Walton Beach. For more information, call 833-9576.
June 15 Dance Under The Stars.
Seaside Lyceum. 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 664-7787.
June 24-July 26: Selections From The Permanent Collection, Pensacola Junior College. McIlroy Gallery. The Arts Center a Color t OWCC. Niceville. Call 729-6000 for more information.
June 24-July 26 New Acquisitions & Selections from the Permanent.
McIlroy Gallery. The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. Call 729-6000 for more information.
June 30 On The Edge VI.
The Arts at OWCC. 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 664-7787.
JULY
July 4 Fourth of July Celebrations.
There will be fireworks displays in Destin, Niceville and Fort Walton Beach. Watch the Northwest Florida Daily News for details.
July 12 Kids' Day At The Fort Walton Landing.
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sponsored by the City of Fort Walton Beach. For more information, call 833-9576.
July 14-22 The Parade of Homes.
Scores of new homes throughout the area are open to the public. Central Site is the community of Island Green at Sandestin. There is no charge to visit the homes. For specific information on the homes in the Parade, get your copy of the official Guide to the Parade of Homes, distributed with the Northwest Florida Daily News just before the event. For more information, call the Building Industry Association of Okaloosa & Walton Counties at (850) 863-5107.
July 17-21 A Chorus Line.
The Arts Center at OWCC. Niceville. 7:30 p.m. Call 729-6000 for more information.
July 26-27
Junior Classic Golf Tournament at the Fort Walton Beach Municiple Golf Course. Sponsored by the Northwest Florida Daily News. For more information, contact Ted Raymond, 243-4836.
AUGUST
August 2 Kids? Day At The Fort Walton Landing.
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sponsored by the City of Fort Walton Beach. For more information, call 833-9576.
SEPTEMBER
September 1-2 Greek Festival.
Greek Orthodox Church on Hwy. 98 in Fort Walton Beach. For more information, call 244-0822.
September 9 Sunday In The Park Series Presents "A Concert In The Park."
Fort Walton Landing. 2 - 5 p.m. Sponsored by the City of Fort Walto Color n Beach. Call 833-9576 for more information.
September 15: Florida Coastal Cleanup.
A fall beach cleanup in Okaloosa County. Sponsored by the Okaloosa County TDC and the Environmental Council. Contact: 651-7105.
September 22-23 International Festival.
Fort Walton Landing. For more information, call 244-8191.
September 28-29 Mid-Bay Rotary Oktoberfest at the Market Place in Bluewater Bay.
For more information, contact Jim Miller at the Mid-Bay Rotary Club: 850-337-2551.
September 29 Autumn Fling Square Dance by the Playground Area Square & Round Dance Association.
Saturday, September 29, 2001. Caller-Andy Peterre, Cuer-Bill Bovard. A-1/A-2 afternoon dance 3:00-5:00pm :Cost $5.00 per person, Evening Dance 7:00 - 10:00pm: Cost $7.00 per person. For more information call Cheryl at 833-5327 or email millerpe@gnt.net.
OCTOBER
October 5 Emerald Coasters Chuck Wagon Dance
by the Playground Area Square & Round Dance Association. Friday October 5, 2001. Caller-Tim Mariner. For more information call Cheryl at 833-5327 or email millerpe@gnt.net.
October 5-7 Destin Seafood Festival.
At the foot of the Destin Bridge. For more information, call 837-2711.
October 19-21 Mullet Festival.
Old Sawmill site, Hwy. 85 and College Blvd., Niceville. Call 678-1615 for mroe information
NOVEMBER
November 23 12th Annual Hometown Christmas.
Historic DeFuniak Springs. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sponsored by DeFuniak Springs Business & Professional Association. For more information, call Peggy Caswell at 892-0624.
November 23 - Dec. 31 Christmas Reflections.
DeFuniak Springs. $2 per person. View the nearly 2 million spectacular lights. Sponsored by DeFuniak Springs Business & Professional Association. For more information, call Peggy Caswell at 892-0624.
DECEMBER
December 4 Fort Walton Beach Holiday Parade.
6:30 p.m. start. Sponsored by the City of Fort Walton Beach. Call 833-9576 for more information.