Well I've been lving here in the Old Grove since January and been on the forums since December and figured it was about time I made a proper introduction. My name is Tyler and I've been living in the area for 23 years (minus the five or so years I attended FSU). I grew up in Destin on Crystal Beach, moved to Niceville in high school, and returned there after college for the last 6 years or so. I'm really excited to be down in SoWal though as every time friends or family came to visit this is the first place I'd take them to see. I've realized I go out of town entirely too much on the weekends and hope that the slow paced, laid back lifestyle along 30A keeps me around a little bit more. Maybe some of you have seen me riding around on my FSU beach cruiser, and if you do stop me and say hi. I'm just looking to make some new friends and meet my neighbors. I enjoy fishing, golfing, sports, music, film, and pretty much anything that keeps me moving. One of my best friends has recently moved in with me and we're looking forward to a great summer on the beach. We both play guitar and are trying to figure out the ole keyboard too, so if anyone ever wants to get together for a few beers and a jam session let me know. And if youre passing through Forest St and see a couple wannabe college guys playing guitar on the porch, feel free to stop by and say hey. We keep the fridge well stocked! Anyway, I look forward to meeting everyone and appreciate all the info on the boards. Keep well and we'll see you soon
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Hi!
Hi Tyler! Just wanted to welcome you. I've just moved here myself the second of April and love it. I'm trying to meet people also. I live in Blue Mountain Beach but stayed in Segrove for a month in Nov. in Magnolia Cottages. I love music so maybe when I am driving around I'll have to try and find Forest St. and see if ya'll are out on your porch. I too vacationed here and fell in love with the area and needed the calmness of it and was fortunate enough to be able to pick up and move. I hope we get to meet and most of all I hope you enjoy your life here. I was here in Feb. alnd it was pretty cold. That is when I came back to look for a permanent rental and ended up in BMB practically on 30A!!!! Enjoy your day, Brenda 
Hi Tyler! Just wanted to welcome you. I've just moved here myself the second of April and love it. I'm trying to meet people also. I live in Blue Mountain Beach but stayed in Segrove for a month in Nov. in Magnolia Cottages. I love music so maybe when I am driving around I'll have to try and find Forest St. and see if ya'll are out on your porch. I too vacationed here and fell in love with the area and needed the calmness of it and was fortunate enough to be able to pick up and move. I hope we get to meet and most of all I hope you enjoy your life here. I was here in Feb. alnd it was pretty cold. That is when I came back to look for a permanent rental and ended up in BMB practically on 30A!!!! Enjoy your day, Brenda Beach Comber
Hi, Tyler (and Brenda)!
I am also new to SoWal. Unlike you [both] however, I spent 2 days in the area a few years ago before moving here to Blue Mountain Beach in late January. Everyone here has been so nice, but good friends are few and far between.
I am thinking a gathering at one of the locals hangouts like Johnny McTighes for new "locals" would be a fun way to introduce ourselves. What do you think?
-Mallory
I am also new to SoWal. Unlike you [both] however, I spent 2 days in the area a few years ago before moving here to Blue Mountain Beach in late January. Everyone here has been so nice, but good friends are few and far between.
I am thinking a gathering at one of the locals hangouts like Johnny McTighes for new "locals" would be a fun way to introduce ourselves. What do you think?
-Mallory
Beach Lover
Hi, Tyler (and Brenda)!
I am also new to SoWal. Unlike you [both] however, I spent 2 days in the area a few years ago before moving here to Blue Mountain Beach in late January. Everyone here has been so nice, but good friends are few and far between.
I am thinking a gathering at one of the locals hangouts like Johnny McTighes for new "locals" would be a fun way to introduce ourselves. What do you think?
-Mallory
i think a meet and greet kind of thing would be awesome, i'll be at pandora's tonight around eight. just look for me at the outside bar with a red chuck norris shirt.Jeff
Beach Comber
Jeff
Would've been great, but not enought notice.
SoWal Guide
tyler!
Beach ComberAuthor
Thanks for the welcoming everybody! Sorry I missed Pandora's, got a little crazy at the Wine Festival yesterday! I think a weekly meet and greet would be a great idea for those of us new to the forum and area. Its weird being a "new local" cause Destin and Niceville now seem like totally different places very far away. If anyone has any ideas or suggestions for a when and where let us know. I think having a bi-weekly meet up night would be fun at a place like Sally's or Shorty's, somewhere central, where folks can come up and put a face with the name so to say.
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Great Idea
Hi Mallory! That is a great idea and I'm glad you thought of it. We are neighbors or at least live in the same area. What street are you on? I am on Flounder Street and practically 30A I don't know many people here especially any good friends and would love to meet the new "locals" especially since we probably don't know many people and have much in common from just movng here. Let me know when you are thinking about doing that and I will be there. I am just about done unpacking as much as I can for now and would love to have some down time and meet some new friends. Great idea and if there is any help needed I'd be happy to do so. My phone is (850) 622-3352 if you care to call. Perhaps we can meet up since we live in the same neighborhood?! Look forward to hearing from you. Welcome to BMB also. Have a great day, Brenda
Hi, Tyler (and Brenda)!
I am also new to SoWal. Unlike you [both] however, I spent 2 days in the area a few years ago before moving here to Blue Mountain Beach in late January. Everyone here has been so nice, but good friends are few and far between.
I am thinking a gathering at one of the locals hangouts like Johnny McTighes for new "locals" would be a fun way to introduce ourselves. What do you think?
-Mallory
Hi Mallory! That is a great idea and I'm glad you thought of it. We are neighbors or at least live in the same area. What street are you on? I am on Flounder Street and practically 30A I don't know many people here especially any good friends and would love to meet the new "locals" especially since we probably don't know many people and have much in common from just movng here. Let me know when you are thinking about doing that and I will be there. I am just about done unpacking as much as I can for now and would love to have some down time and meet some new friends. Great idea and if there is any help needed I'd be happy to do so. My phone is (850) 622-3352 if you care to call. Perhaps we can meet up since we live in the same neighborhood?! Look forward to hearing from you. Welcome to BMB also. Have a great day, Brenda
Beach Fanatic
Hello to everyone!
J ust wanted to say hi to everyone new on here and hope that we can do a meet and greet as Mallory suggested. Hopefully we can plan it with good advance notice so everyone can make it. I was thinking next weekend or towards the end of the week? I would like to meet people asap since I don't know many people here. Hopefully we can make many new and good friends this way. Mallory if you call me we can talk about some ideas and I can get your number. My cell is (504) 231-5358. I think I only gave you my home. I am from New Orleans so it is a New Orleans area code. Anyone, please feel free to call. I am excited to meet new people!! Have a great Sunday everyone, it is a beautiful day, Brenda
J ust wanted to say hi to everyone new on here and hope that we can do a meet and greet as Mallory suggested. Hopefully we can plan it with good advance notice so everyone can make it. I was thinking next weekend or towards the end of the week? I would like to meet people asap since I don't know many people here. Hopefully we can make many new and good friends this way. Mallory if you call me we can talk about some ideas and I can get your number. My cell is (504) 231-5358. I think I only gave you my home. I am from New Orleans so it is a New Orleans area code. Anyone, please feel free to call. I am excited to meet new people!! Have a great Sunday everyone, it is a beautiful day, Brenda
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A suggestion from a worker bee down in Seaside. Gather at a spot like the tables outside of Modica or Amavita, get a Sowal sticker and slap it on an odd object and sit it in plain site. If you choose Modica come in and say hello! I'm there Tuesday - Saturday and my coffee is real good, I also make a mean cappuccino!
Beach Crab
Hello Everyone,
My name is Josh. I'm Tyler's best friend and roommate as mentioned from above. Originally from the area (born and raised in Niceville) before I moved away to live in many different places (Orlando, Miami, LA, DC). Tyler told me where he was living and I just had to quit my job as a financial analyst in DC and move down here as quick as possible. I got a job at the Sandestin Hilton and been here about 2 weeks. I haven't regretted a minute of it and I never want to leave again. About me...graduated from the University of Georgia...love music, film, books, coffee, and the beach.
Let's make this meet and greet happen....as soon as possible...Josh
My name is Josh. I'm Tyler's best friend and roommate as mentioned from above. Originally from the area (born and raised in Niceville) before I moved away to live in many different places (Orlando, Miami, LA, DC). Tyler told me where he was living and I just had to quit my job as a financial analyst in DC and move down here as quick as possible. I got a job at the Sandestin Hilton and been here about 2 weeks. I haven't regretted a minute of it and I never want to leave again. About me...graduated from the University of Georgia...love music, film, books, coffee, and the beach.
Let's make this meet and greet happen....as soon as possible...Josh
Beach Fanatic
Hello Everyone,
My name is Josh. I'm Tyler's best friend and roommate as mentioned from above. Originally from the area (born and raised in Niceville) before I moved away to live in many different places (Orlando, Miami, LA, DC). Tyler told me where he was living and I just had to quit my job as a financial analyst in DC and move down here as quick as possible. I got a job at the Sandestin Hilton and been here about 2 weeks. I haven't regretted a minute of it and I never want to leave again. About me...graduated from the University of Georgia...love music, film, books, coffee, and the beach.
Let's make this meet and greet happen....as soon as possible...Josh
Hi everyone! I am with Josh, let's get the meet and greet happen. I am new here and the only place I can think of is Sally's Backside Grill in BMB right on 30A. It is very laid back and casual. I have been wanting to listen to a local named Red sing there and she is there this Sat. night. Let me know what ya'll think about that and if anyone has a better idea that is fine. I just would like to do it this weekend so I can meet some new friends since I am new to the area to. I look forward to meeting everyone, Brenda
SoWal Expert
Good plan - I am long overdue for a trip to Sally's to hear Redd.
Beach Lover
Funny I'm originally from Niceville too! I think a meet up would be great. Shorty's seems to have the best drink prices, and Pandoras has a nice set up for music. I'm preferential to Grayton, maybe I haven't explored enough.
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Meet and Greet
Sally's, Shorty's or Pandoras are fine with me. Either or I just really would like for this to happen. I have not been to Pandora's but heard it was nice and I really would like some music which I enjoy and have not heard much of since I've been here. I have not been to Shorty's; is it in Grayton also. I don't remember seeing it. I love Grayton also, but I think where ever we go there must be music!!!! Just makes people feel better. O.K. how about the other people that have written and that have not expressed their opinion yet. If we plan it will everyone show up???? So far there are three of us with suggestions so I think it is safe to say we will be there. I really wanted to hear Redd sing since I heard she was so good, but I am flexible. What times does the music start at Pandora's? Let's go people!!!! Let us know what you think or will you follow along with us. I just really want to meet people. Let us know, Brenda
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Sally's, Shorty's or Pandoras are fine with me. Either or I just really would like for this to happen. I have not been to Pandora's but heard it was nice and I really would like some music which I enjoy and have not heard much of since I've been here. I have not been to Shorty's; is it in Grayton also. I don't remember seeing it. I love Grayton also, but I think where ever we go there must be music!!!! Just makes people feel better. O.K. how about the other people that have written and that have not expressed their opinion yet. If we plan it will everyone show up???? So far there are three of us with suggestions so I think it is safe to say we will be there. I really wanted to hear Redd sing since I heard she was so good, but I am flexible. What times does the music start at Pandora's? Let's go people!!!! Let us know what you think or will you follow along with us. I just really want to meet people. Let us know, Brenda
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Funny I'm originally from Niceville too! I think a meet up would be great. Shorty's seems to have the best drink prices, and Pandoras has a nice set up for music. I'm preferential to Grayton, maybe I haven't explored enough.
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meet and greet
Hi Scooterbug 44! Someone suggested we meet at Shorty's or Pandora's. They said Shorty's had the best drink prices and Pandora's has the best set up for music. Sally's or one of the others is fine with me as long as there is music and drinks. (After this week I need one). If anyone wants to call me and let me know what you think, my number is (850) 622-3352. Let's get this ball rolling. Everyone, please write. Brenda
Good plan - I am long overdue for a trip to Sally's to hear Redd.
Hi Scooterbug 44! Someone suggested we meet at Shorty's or Pandora's. They said Shorty's had the best drink prices and Pandora's has the best set up for music. Sally's or one of the others is fine with me as long as there is music and drinks. (After this week I need one). If anyone wants to call me and let me know what you think, my number is (850) 622-3352. Let's get this ball rolling. Everyone, please write. Brenda
Beach Fanatic
Meet and Greet
Hi Josh and Tyler! Are ya'll up for the meet and greet this weekend? I am j ust trying to get it going, but not many have responded with whether this weekend will be good or not. We have three suggestions as you will see already. I am going to one of them alone or with others if they come. I'll let ya'll know if I don't hear back from anyone where I end up. Please respond everyone, Brenda
Hello Everyone,
My name is Josh. I'm Tyler's best friend and roommate as mentioned from above. Originally from the area (born and raised in Niceville) before I moved away to live in many different places (Orlando, Miami, LA, DC). Tyler told me where he was living and I just had to quit my job as a financial analyst in DC and move down here as quick as possible. I got a job at the Sandestin Hilton and been here about 2 weeks. I haven't regretted a minute of it and I never want to leave again. About me...graduated from the University of Georgia...love music, film, books, coffee, and the beach.
Let's make this meet and greet happen....as soon as possible...Josh
Hi Josh and Tyler! Are ya'll up for the meet and greet this weekend? I am j ust trying to get it going, but not many have responded with whether this weekend will be good or not. We have three suggestions as you will see already. I am going to one of them alone or with others if they come. I'll let ya'll know if I don't hear back from anyone where I end up. Please respond everyone, Brenda
SoWal Expert
I already made plans to go to Sally's saturday night to hear Redd - they serve beer and wine at some of the cheapest prices on 30-A.
C'mon down!
C'mon down!
Beach Fanatic
Meetand Greet at Sally's Saturday night
That sounds great and I guess the plan Ya'll for a meet and greet is at Sally's Saturday night. I will be there scooterbug44. How will I know you if no one else shows up? I hear Redd is great everybody so please come so especially us new comers can meet some new friends. It is on 30A in Blue Mountain Beach right past the beach access if coming from Seagrove. I think that is right past Hwy. 83 is it? I not sure if that is the number for the Hwy. Is that right Scooter? I look forward to meeting you and hopefully everyone else there.
That sounds great and I guess the plan Ya'll for a meet and greet is at Sally's Saturday night. I will be there scooterbug44. How will I know you if no one else shows up? I hear Redd is great everybody so please come so especially us new comers can meet some new friends. It is on 30A in Blue Mountain Beach right past the beach access if coming from Seagrove. I think that is right past Hwy. 83 is it? I not sure if that is the number for the Hwy. Is that right Scooter? I look forward to meeting you and hopefully everyone else there.
I already made plans to go to Sally's saturday night to hear Redd - they serve beer and wine at some of the cheapest prices on 30-A.
C'mon down!
SoWal Expert
Yep, go to the funky gas station in Blue Mountain and it is in the back (along w/ more parking).
Sowal secret greeting is "the otter flies at midnight."
Sowal secret greeting is "the otter flies at midnight."
Beach Comber
Is the "meet&greet" this weekend@sally's? I've lived here forever but never been to sally's backside maybe i can show up arond 7-730
Beach ComberAuthor
This sounds awesome, Josh is at work right now til 6 and I may have to head to Tallahassee today, still not sure. but the meet and greet may sway my plans. I'll keep y'all posted
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Meet and Greet Tonight
Yes, it is today. I'm not sure of the time. Does anyone know what time we are supposed to meet? I don't know what time Redd starts singing, but perhaps we could go a little early so we can talk a little bit? Josh and Tyler, hope ya'll can make it to. I'll see ya'll then. Can someone post the time to meet?
Yes, it is today. I'm not sure of the time. Does anyone know what time we are supposed to meet? I don't know what time Redd starts singing, but perhaps we could go a little early so we can talk a little bit? Josh and Tyler, hope ya'll can make it to. I'll see ya'll then. Can someone post the time to meet?
Is the "meet&greet" this weekend@sally's? I've lived here forever but never been to sally's backside maybe i can show up arond 7-730
Beach Crab
How was the meet and greet? Sorry I couldnt make it I got stuck at work...are we doing it again? Josh
SoWal Expert
I think heartbren got to meet some Sowallers - I was late and just missed her.
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Meet and Greet
I did meet some people but none of the people that were supposed to come to the meet and greet. I ended up going next door the that Irish Pub. Sorry I missed you Scooterbug44. I was dissapointed that no one showed up. I'm game for another one, but more people need to be able to come. I was looking forward to meeting the people on here that I have been talking to. Someone make a suggestion. I think there is a lot going on around the area so maybe we should meet someplace where there is an event happening. I plan on going to the Art Festival this weekend. Anyone want to meet there at a certain time in a certain place or have a better idea. During the week next week? I'll show up if ya'll will.
I did meet some people but none of the people that were supposed to come to the meet and greet. I ended up going next door the that Irish Pub. Sorry I missed you Scooterbug44. I was dissapointed that no one showed up. I'm game for another one, but more people need to be able to come. I was looking forward to meeting the people on here that I have been talking to. Someone make a suggestion. I think there is a lot going on around the area so maybe we should meet someplace where there is an event happening. I plan on going to the Art Festival this weekend. Anyone want to meet there at a certain time in a certain place or have a better idea. During the week next week? I'll show up if ya'll will.
I think heartbren got to meet some Sowallers - I was late and just missed her.
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