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I think I did buy some origami paper there once - great little shop - but I'm hoping for something with more selection someday. I will certainly go back, though.

I've loved this place dearly even when we had "nuthin" around, but, since you asked.... 1. Trolley to and along 30A 2. Art supply store, like Utrecht or Dick Blick (with more studio art supplies than Michael's) 3. European-style sauna (not just a dinky little one in a gym where people go in...

Tests like FCAT measure specific skill sets, instead of general knowledge. IMO, these were designed to be tools for assessment (curriculum and general trends in student data, indicators of student needs) instead of achievement tests - which is how they are being utilized. By the way, FCAT is...

Pizza by the Sea seems very kid-friendly, as well.

Yes - it will be true soon, according to recent FL legislation - no matter if they teach any of the tested subjects or grade levels or not (art, music, kindergarten, PE, teachers, etc). Teachers are already under intense pressure about these. Trust me, they are not fans of the big build-up...

TDC Visitor Center!

It all sounds delicious!

Basically, you just need chopped up tomatoes, onions, jalapenos (remove the seeds to be not-hot), a little cilantro, and lime juice (or vinegar). Let it sit for a while for the flavors to "marry." That's it! :) Of course, there are endless variations. Just DO NOT touch your hands to your eyes...

In DFS, you can try the Alford's produce stand on Hwy 90, or Southeby's antiques store has a farmer's market on Fridays. There's also the Little Big Store.

...and Grayton Beach State Park! Love it!

I would like to add Nook & Cranny as a best place for afternoon coffee --- a funky and fun little antiques/resale shop!

I agree! Great article!

Thank you to all of the parents working to maker our schools better! On paper, it may look like we can afford all of the technology that we need. In practice --- I teach in a school (in Walton County) where about 1/3 of classrooms have active boards or projectors. Meanwhile, part of our annual...

Amaretto, believe me --- you're preaching to the choir! I'm also on annual contract.... I was trying to provide information to those who are unfamiliar to the process.

Technically, the school district does not have to provide any reason at all when not renewing an annual contract. There is no due process for teachers who are not on "continuing" or "professional" contract. Thanks to the new law just passed, this will become the new norm for teachers who have...

The Florida Black Bear to be removed from the protected species list... http://www.tampabay.com/news/environment/wildlife/florida-black-bear-to-come-off-the-protected-species-list/1174246

LOVE the southern-style nachos!

I'm all for it! As long as they don't leave a deposit....:D

Also, Walton County school art and history exhibits will be on display in the WISE center, Friday-Sunday, 8-4:00.

Very cool! Books and wildlife spotting - what a great combination!

Both the swimming deer and the frolicking birds sound like beautiful moments!

OMG! I read the story - sort of unintentionally funny - "...drop the chihuahua!" I didn't know that about their positioning themselves that way - very cool!

Just saw a beautiful hawk outside our window! :wub:

Sounds great - thanks for the info!

That may be the case....I guess we'll just have to wait to get all of the details...

It was in September. I would have also attended if I had known about it before. You can find a photo slide show by following this link: The New ECMS I saw an article online from the Walton Sun (I think), but can't seem to find it now. I then surfed over to the ECMS site.

New ECMS update? HI --- Did anyone here take the open house tour of ECMS? If so, was there in fact an art studio, or space for art classes? I did a forum/thread search but did not find anything. Thanks!

Thanks everyone!:cool:

Thanks, Yarmap! Love your avatar!

Hi everyone. I've been a member for a while but slacked off because it made me sad that I couldn't get a job here. Well, now I have! I'm here - yea! I'm actually in "NoWal" - but at least I'm in the right county!:roll: I've started my new job and Mr. GG is working on getting the house sold in...

Very cool video! Do you know what kind of owl it was that you photographed? Can't wait for the next nature walk-

Very neat! I have yet to see one here south of Houston. We do have Yellow-crested Night Herons nesting in the trees in our neighborhood. A few months ago we also had some Great Horned Owls who nested in a tree in our yard - my favorite!

Mikecatadjuster, you seem to have cornered the market for wildlife spotting! :cool:

Yes, very cool!

mmmm....yummy! I love empanadas too! I've never bothered to make them, though, since they are widely available in the Houston area. But I may have to learn!

I've seen what look like coyote tracks in the woods of NoWal. Keep your kitties inside at night!

Yes, let's talk about your snake photos. I'm not really a big scaredy cat when it comes to snakes, but your photos flipped me out!!!! Please tell me that you went looking for them, and did not just have surprise encounters with all of those venomous snakes - especially not in one hiking session...

:cool: funny! And thanks for the thread, JohnR. Seems my first impression of Prominence is similar to what has already been shared on the board.

I just looked at the website. Why would they want to make it "Reminiscent of a bustling New England town harbor"???

I have been using my regular cell phone - and it is a pretty basic phone. Many have the capability to be used there - you just have to call your provider and have them activate it.

Will there be snacks??? just kidding! I hope the event goes well!

Ooh! Scary---but exciting that there are still big cats running around. Wow!

Thanks for the different point of view, tistheseason. I will check out that link, as well. I was talking about this with my husband, and he pointed out that Dutch schools (he's Dutch) are close to being year round as well. Of course they have many holidays and vacation days there. The kids all...

Dr. Susan Petro at Kindness on 30-A. Hope this is close to you, and your kitty gets well soon!

Wow! This is so exciting! Has anyone seen anything similar on the trails in Pt. Washington Forest?

Pardon my ignorance, but what is an overlay district?

No teacher that I know of (including me and all of my immediate family-all teachers) wants a year round school! Of course, we're not in any unions. For those who are really quality educators, I just see burnout becoming more of a possibility. Summer is a time to regroup, rest, and do our own...

I really dislike the old boy network, in all of its forms. But please be respectful of those of us who are "natives" - the "first cousin" comment and "family tree like a pencil" are going a little far. I also detest the idea that all "newcomers" are to blame for all problems in Walton County...

Seagrovegirl, I think I have the same one - Bayou Cuisine! It belonged to my grandmother. Is that the one with the nostalgic/historical photos in it? I will check my cabinet! Johnrudy, love the cover on that cookbook - I'll bet it has some good stuff in there!

Goddess Sweet Potato Salad 2 large sweet potatoes (peeled, cut into 1/4 inch cubes, about 3 cups) 1 cup diced celery 1 cup diced red bell peppers salt and ground black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 scallion, thinly sliced Annie's Naturals Goddess Dressing...