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The 12th Annual Hurricane Party will take place Friday, September 23 from 6:30-10:00 pm at Bud & Alley's Restaurant in Seaside, FL with all proceeds benefiting Children's Volunteer Health Network (CVHN). The night will be filled with entertainment along with the amazing views, food, beverages, dancing and fun that Bud and Alley’s is famous for, the event will also feature a live and silent auction. Put on your dancing shoes for 4 Barrel Funk from Mobile, Alabama with a Motown show.

After many hours of study and planning, Alaqua Animal Refuge (AAR) unveiled its new site plan to the local community at the Refuge’s 100-acre property r

Keeping the tempo on the Emerald Coast’s cultural scene since its founding in 2005, Sinfonia Gulf Coast maintains the tradition of “symphony redefined” as it enters its 11th season as the region’s only fully professional symphony orchestra. Season 11, entitled RETROSPECTIVE, will offer a stellar lineup of concerts and educational initiatives featuring the orchestra and world-renowned guest artists.

Dog-Harmony is one of SoWal's more unique nonprofits and Founder Nancy Bown is definitely the leader of the pack. Bown, along with a great board of directors and dedicated team of volunteers make up Dog-Harmony.

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is the scenic backdrop for the inaugural Sandestin Foundation for Kids Gameday 5K on September 17.

Participants will soak in views of the beautiful 2,400 acre resort including the Choctawhatchee Bay, pristine golf courses, ponds and natural surroundings.  The Saturday event is designed for all and will feature a 5K and a one mile fun run for children 12 and under.

The crowd of onlookers was thrilled as Gulf World Marine Institute released two sea turtles, Jarhead and Erica, into the Gulf of Mexico on Thursday, July 14th at South Walton Lakeshore Drive beach access on a beautiful morning. 

The Family Movies & More Series returns to Camp Helen State Park this summer. The third annual summer fun series will take place on Wednesday evenings on these dates: June 1, June 15, June 29, July 13 and 27.  

Walton County's Coastal Dune Lake Advisory Board (CDLAB) is hosting a celebration of South Walton area coastal dune lakes on Saturday, June 4, 2016. The event will be held at Grayton Beach State park from 10:00 a.m. til 3:00 p.m. 

Meet CDLA members, friends and community groups at the boat launch parking lot for an exciting day in the park. It's a celebration of our beautiful coastal dune lakes including education and activities planned on the shores and in the water at Western Lake which lies within Grayton Beach State Park.

Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse represents the best of SoWal with unique guest cottages and cafe in historic Grayton Beach, Florida. The Hibiscus Café had been closed to the public since July but is now open and offering the original vegetarian breakfast menu. Breakfast at Hibiscus can be enjoyed inside or outside under the trees providing just the right touch for casual dining and conversation.

Lace up your shoes and run for the arts in Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s sixth annual Bravo! Beat 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 7 at 8:00 a.m., starting and ending at The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.