APALACHICOLA
Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce
Apalachicola Outfitters
Apalachicola Seafood Grill
Apalachicola Sponge Company
Bayside Gallery & Florist
Artemis Gallery
Bowery Art Gallery
Cafe Con Leche
Consulate Suites
Coombs House Inn
Dixie Theatre
Garden Shop
Gibson Inn
Grady Market
The Green Door
Handmade In Apalach
Hole in the Wall Raw Bar
Honey Hole Liquors
Katie McFarland Studio & Store
The Old Soda Fountain
The Owl Cafe
Oystercatcher
Papa Joe’s Restaurant
PETunia
Piggly Wiggly
Rancho Motel
Richard Bickel Photojournalist Gallery
Scipio Creek Marina
Smokehouse Antiques
The Stuffed Owl
Sun Coast Realty
Tamara's Cafe
The Tap Room
The Tin Shed
Up the Creek Raw Bar
Verandas
Water Street Hotel & Marina

CAPE SAN BLAS
Beach Realty
Boardwalk Realty
Cape San Blas Lighthouse Gift Shop
Cape San Blas Inn
Cape San Blas Vacation Rentals
Cape Trading Post
Coastal Joe Vacation Rentals
Coastal Realty Group
Cone Heads Restaurant & Ice Cream
Happy Hours Canoe & Kayak Rentals
Paradise Vacation Rentals
Pristine Properties Vacation Rentals
Scallop Cove Bait & Tackle
Scallop Cove General Store
St. Joseph Peninsula State Park

CARRABELLE
2 Als at the Beach
Carrabelle Beach RV Resort
Carrabelle Boat Club
Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce
Carrabelle IGA
Carrabelle Junction
The Crooked River Grill
C-Quarters Marina
Fathoms Steam Room and Raw Bar
Fish Camp Restaurant & Lounge
The Fisherman’s Wife
Franklin Motel
Hog Wild BBQ
Ho-Hum RV Park
The Moorings Marina
The Old Carrabelle Hotel
Sandy Beach Properties
St. James Bay Golf Resort
The Wharf Express Restaurant

EASTPOINT
98 Liquors
Captain Snook’s Restaurant
The Hut Restaurant
Lynn’s Quality Oysters & Seafood Market
Party Rental Company
Sportsman’s Lodge
Tiffin Interiors
Tiffin Consignment Furniture

INDIAN PASS
Indian Pass Campground
Indian Pass Raw Bar
Turtle Beach Inn

MEXICO BEACH & ST JOE BEACH
Aqua Adventures
Bailey’s Crab House & Seafood Market
Beachwalk
Beach Pizza
The Driftwood Inn
El Governor Motel
Emerald Coast Jewelry
Express Lane
The Fish House Restaurant
Frost Pottery Garden
Forgotten Coast Property Management & Rentals
Forgotten Coast Realty
The Grove
Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals
Gulf Foods
Gulf View Motel
Harmon Realty
Killer Seafood
Mango Marley’s
Mexico Beach Marina
Mexico Beach Welcome Center
Parker Realty of Mexico Beach
Playa Tacos
Prickly Pears
Pristine Properties Vacation Rentals
Ruby Rumrunner’s
The Shell Shack
Shoreline Styles Salon
Sundance Realty
Toucan’s Restaurant

PORT ST JOE
10th Street Bed & Breakfast
Aline's Merle Norman Studio
America's Mini-Storage & Office Complex
Barefoot Cottages
Bay Breeze Antiques
Bayside Florist & Gifts
Beach Realty
Bow Wow Beach Shop
Bluewater Outriggers
Capital City Bank
Centennial Bank
Daly's Watersports
Dixie Belle Motel
Dollar General Market
Donamelia
Flip Flops Frozen Yogurt
G3 Real Estate Group
Gulf Coast Real Estate Group
Gulf County Chamber of Commerce
Gulf County Welcome Center
Half Hitch Tackle
Hannon Insurance
The Haughty Heron
Joe Mama's Wood-Fired Pizza
Joseph's Cottage
Kilgore's Brick Pavers & Tile
The Laundry Basket
Mainstay Suites
North Florida Land & Capital
Palm Tree Books
Persnickety
Piggly Wiggly
The Port Fine Wine & Spirits
Portside Trading Company
Port Inn
Port St. Joe Marina
Provisions
Radio Shack
Sacred Heart Hospital on the Gulf
Steamers Hot Dogs & Ice Cream
Sunset Coastal Grill
The Thirsty Goat

SIMMONS BAYOU
Bayou RV Supplies & Storage
Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals
Indian Pass Marine
St. Joe Shrimp Company
St. Joseph Bay Golf Club
Tripletails Seafood Restaurant & Liquor Store

ST GEORGE ISLAND
The Market (at the Blue Store)
Buccaneer Inn
Castaway Liquors
Eddy Teach’s Raw Bar
Fickling & Company Vacation Rentals
Galloway Real Estate
Harry A’s Restaurant
Island Outfitters
Journeys of St. George Island
Madinger Jewelers
Oyster Bay Restaurant
Resort Vacation Properties of St. George Island
Sea Oats Gallery
The St. George Inn
St. George Island Lighthouse Welcome Center
St. George Island State Park
St. George Island Vacation Rentals
Sun Coast Realty

ST JOE BEACH
Bailey’s Crab House & Seafood Market
Dollar General
Express Lane
Lookout Lounge

WINDMARK BEACH
Boon Docks Restaurant
The Fuss
Panache Tent & Event
Windmark Beach Welcome Center

The Dixie Theatre www.dixietheatre.com
El Governor Motel www.elgovernormotel.net
Franklin County TDC www.saltyflorida.com
Gulf County TDC www.gulfcountyevents.com
Owl Cafe, Wine Room & Tap Room www.owlcafeflorida.com
Panache Tent & Event www.panachetents.com
Sacred Heart Hospital on the Gulf www.sacredheartonthegulf.org
St. James Bay www.stjamesbay.com
Sunset Coastal Grill www.sunsetcoastalgrill.com

Coastal Joe Vacation Rentals www.coastaljoe.com
Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals www.gulfcoastvacationrentals.com/msm5-3
WindMark Beach Events www.panachetents.com

2K Web Group www.2kwebgroup.com
Bailey’s Crab House & Seafood Market www.facebook.com/baileyscrabhouse
Boon Docks Restaurant www.boondocksfl.com
Cape San Blas Vacation Rentals www.capesanblasvacationrentals.com
Coastal Dune Fence www.coastaldunefence.com
Gulf Coast Real Estate Group www.floridagulfcoast.com
Madinger Jewelers www.madingerjewelers.com
Resort Vacation Properties of St. George Island www.resortvacationproperties.com
The Tin Shed www.tinshednautical.com

Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce www.apalachicolabay.org
Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce www.carrabelle.org
Carol Erwin, Realtor, Forgotten Coast Realty www.buytheforgottencoast.net
Crooked River Grill www.stjamesbay.com
Debbie Hooper Photography www.joebay.com
Emerald Coast Jewelry www.emeraldcoastjewelry.com
Forgotten Coast Property Management & Rentals www.forgottencoastrental.com
Frost Pottery Garden www.frostpotterygarden.com
Haughty Heron www.haughtyheron.com
Kim Stone Photography www.kimstonephotography.com
Mandi Singer Photography www.mandisinger.com
Marie Stephens Photography www.mexicobeachphotography.com
Parker Realty of Mexico Beach www.mexicobeachvacations.com
Party Rental Company www.partyrentalcompany.com
Portside Trading Company www.portsidetradingco.com
Provisions www.provisionsfl.com
Richard Bickel Photojournalist www.richardbickelphotography.com
Scallop Cove Bait & Tackle www.scallopcove.com
Scallop Cove General Store www.scallopcove.com
Scipio Creek Marina www.scipiocreekmarina.com
Shells & Tales Storytelling Festival www.gulfcountycca.com
Southern Vacation Rentals www.southernresorts.com
The Stuffed Owl www.owlcafeflorida.com
Sun Coast Realty www.uncommonflorida.com
Tamara's Cafe www.tamarascafe.com

Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum www.campgordonjohnston.com
Joseph’s Cottage www.josephscottage.com

Aairius Audio/DJ Entertainment www.aairius.com/audio-dj
Bayside Florist & Gifts www.baysidefloristpsj.com
Bayou RV Supplies and Storage www.bayoustorageandrvsupplies.com
Buccaneer Inn www.buccinn.com
Cape Trading Post www.capetradingpost.com
Castaway Liquors
Coombs House Inn www.coombshouseinn.com
Hannon Insurance www.hannoninsurance.com
Lookout Lounge www.lookoutlounge.com
Mexico Beach Community Development Council www.mexico-beach.com
Owl Cafe, Wine Room & Tap Room www.owlcafeflorida.com
Oystercatcher www.theoystercatcher.net
Persnickety www.facebook.com/shoppersnickety
The Port Fine Wine & Spirits www.theportfinewine.com
Radio Shack - Lovelace Electronics www.radioshack.com
St Joe Shrimp Company www.facebook.com/stjoeshrimp
Sunset Reflections Vacation Rentals www.sunsetreflections.com

Bill Reid, Realtor, Beach Realty www.reidonreid.com
Katie McFarland Studio & Store www.katiemcfarland.com
The Laundry Basket www.hospitalitylinens.net
Regan’s Pub and Oyster Bar www.reganspubandoysterbar.com
Seventh Street Salon

February 10, 2012
Jerry Lee Lewis: A Tribute

Hailed as the “King of Tributes,” Piano Man Todd Williams channels Jerry Lee Lewis at his most flamboyant, playing his piano with everything imaginable, and occasionally even using his fingers! This is an exciting new concert addition at the Dixie Theatre in Apalachicola. Don’t miss this great first year event!

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: February 10, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

February 11, 2012
The Old Folkie: Ken Sizemore

Back for his 19th appearance at the Dixie Theatre in Apalachicola, Ken Sizemore performs all your favorite folk songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s as well as original tunes. Ken only plays the Dixie one night each year. His shows are highly anticipated and incredibly entertaining. A great evening of music and nostalgia!

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: February 11, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

February 11-12, 2012
African American History Festival

HCOLA’s (Hillside Coalition of Laborers for Apalachicola) 9th Annual African American History Festival is a two-day outdoor festival celebrating and highlighting both local and national African-American history, food, art and culture. The event features a parade to historic Franklin Square, live entertainment, a variety of informational and educational booths, inspirational speakers, arts and crafts and much more.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: February 11-12, 2012 INFO: www.HCOLA.org

February 12, 2012
Forgotten Coast Chefs’ Sampler

Enjoy flavorful dishes and decadent desserts from Old Florida’s top chefs at the 16th Annual Forgotten Coast Chefs’ Sampler. Local shopkeepers and designers create a fun and fanciful dining atmosphere - each table at the historic Fort Coombs Armory is decorated in its own unique style! Culinary efforts by local restaurateurs and chefs are elevated to an artistic level at this once-a-year event. Tickets are a bargain at $50.00 each.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: February 12, 2012 INFO: www.ApalachicolaBay.org

February 17, 2012
An Evening with Frank Sinatra

Gabriel Russo stars in Summerwind – an intimate evening with Frank Sinatra. Bob Reneke, Sinatra’s long-time personal assistant, says, “This guy has Frank’s style and snap – nobody else has it.” Russo’s vocals and spot on performances are as close as it gets to the real thing!

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: February 17, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

February 18, 2012
Mexico Beach Gumbo Cook-Off

The Mardi Gras themed 14th Annual Mexico Beach Gumbo Cook-Off will bring the beach to a boil with the return of Brunswick Stew to the competition. The Cook-Off begins at 10:00 am and continues until the last drops are scraped from the pots at Sunset Park. Registration is open to both restaurants and individuals, and cash prizes will be awarded in three separate categories – Gumbo Amateur Division, Gumbo Restaurant Division and Brunswick Stew Division.

WHERE: Mexico Beach WHEN: February 18, 2012 INFO: www.Mexico-Beach.com

February 19, 2012
Carla Conners, Soprano, and Timothy Hoekman, Piano

Part of the Ilse Newell Concert Series, nationally acclaimed soprano Carla Conners joins her husband, composer and pianist Timothy Hoekman, for an unforgettable musical performance at the historic Trinity Episcopal Church in Apalachicola.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: February 19, 2012 INFO: www.ApalachicolaHistoricalSociety.org

February 22-26, 2012
My Nobel Destiny

Brilliantly performed by writer and actress Beth Blair, My Nobel Destiny explores both the personal and professional life of Nobel Prize recipient Marie Curie. A fascinating and entertaining look at an amazing woman.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: February 22–26, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

March 2, 2012
Saltwater Music with Del Suggs

Del Suggs, with his special brand of “saltwater music,” kicks off the month of March with a blend of acoustic rock, pop, blues and rock. A singer/songwriter and guitarist from the beaches of North Florida, Del performs in concert at colleges, universities and festivals across the United States and the Caribbean. Suggs puts on nearly 100 shows annually, singing his original songs for over 100,000 people each year. Don’t miss him on his only night at Apalachicola’s Dixie Theatre.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 2, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

March 3, 2012
The Mayhaws

Sharla June & the Mayhaws play a mix of folk, honky-tonk, soul, bluegrass, old school country, rockabilly, traditional hill music, delta blues and a wealth of originals. They innovate while maintaining respect for tradition. Walk a mesmerizing line between light and dark, blues and bluegrass, with the Mayhaws at the Dixie Theatre in Apalachicola. One night only!

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 3, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

March 3, 2012
St. George Island Regional Chili Cook-Off and Charity Auction

Now in its 30th year, the SGI Regional Chili Cook-off and Charity Auction is the largest regional chili cook-off in the nation. Proceeds benefit the St. George Island VFD and first responders.

WHERE: St. George Island WHEN: March 3, 2012 INFO: www.StGeorgeIslandChili.com

March 3, 2012
Shells & Tales Storytelling Festival

Fascinating, entertaining tales of Old Florida and more. A midday session for the kids and an evening show for adults only.

WHERE: Cape San Blas WHEN: March 3, 2012 INFO: www.GulfCountyCCA.com

March 4, 2012
Florida State University Voice Majors in Concert

Part of the Ilse Newell Concert Series. Join FSU Voice Majors at the historic Trinity Episcopal Church in Apalachicola. The performance begins at 4:00 pm with an open reception in Benedict Hall following the concert.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 4, 2012 INFO: www.ApalachicolaHistoricalSociety.org

March 9, 2012
Maharajah Flamenco Trio

Led by Romanian-born guitarist and vocalist Silviu Ciulei, the Maharajah Flamenco Trio delivers a moving and dynamic expression of Flamenco Nuevo, the “new” flamenco. The show is centered on original compositions, and the trio builds upon traditional Flamenco styles by blending them with international sounds including jazz, tango and samba.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 9, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

March 10, 2012
Sarah Mac Band in Concert

The Dixie Theatre’s “House Band” is back for their third season! Exceptional vocals, stellar lyrics and an infectious blend of blues, rock, jazz and soul.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 10, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

March 16, 2012
Jazz with the Zach Bartholomew Trio and London Arrington

It’s the coolest, Daddy-O! As the Zach Bartholomew Trio returns to Apalachicola’s Dixie Theatre, they bring London Arrington along to create some of the smoothest jazz the Forgotten Coast has ever heard. These masters of authentic, classic jazz put their own stamp on the music to create rich, memorable sounds.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 16, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

March 16-17, 2012
Eastpoint Charity Rib Cook-Off

Featuring live music, a car show, a hilarious liar’s contest, activities for the kids and tons of succulent ribs from more than 20 participants in the cook-off, the Eastpoint Fire Department Charity Rib Cookoff is an annual treat for the carnivore in all of us. The altruistic nature of the event – all proceeds benefit the Eastpoint Volunteer Fire Department – just heightens the enjoyment.

WHERE: Eastpoint WHEN: March 16-17, 2012 INFO: www.EastpointRibCookOff.com

March 16-April 16, 2012
St. George Island Plantation Juried Art Show

The 2nd Annual St. George Island Plantation Juried Art Show allows artists from across the Forgotten Coast to exhibit their work for critique and prizes. Artists can submit work in a variety of mediums, and the work will be displayed from March 16 through April 16, 2012. Cash prizes for first, second and third place are up for grabs.

WHERE: St. George Island WHEN: March 16-April 16, 2012 INFO: www.StGeorgePlantation.com

March 17, 2012
The Ned Devines in Concert

In a coup by Apalachicola’s Dixie Partington, the “Neds” are playing at the Dixie Theatre on the day! In a special performance on St. Patrick’s Day, the Ned Devines bring real Irish music to Florida’s Forgotten Coast. Go green!

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 17, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

March 17, 2012
Port St. Joe Pub Crawl

A self-guided evening tour of the Port City’s watering holes, this Pub Crawl is a quest for good times, prizes and the best poker hand!

WHERE: Port St. Joe WHEN: March 17, 2012 INFO: www.GulfCountyEvents.com

March 23-24, 2012
The Dixie Does Nashville 9

In its ninth year, The Dixie Does Nashville is a gathering of some of the finest, most talented songwriters from the home of country music, Nashville Tennessee. These songsmiths perform the hit tunes they’ve written for music legends such as George Strait, The Dixie Chicks, Reba McEntire, Rascal Flatts, Lee Ann Womack, Kenny Rogers and more. For almost ten years, The Dixie Does Nashville has brought two extraordinary evenings to Apalachicola. It’s an unforgettable experience for music lovers, fans and aspiring songwriters.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 23-24, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

March 24, 2012
Downtown Apalachicola Art Walk

Art should be enjoyed with all the senses! During the Downtown Apalachicola Art Walk, the river city comes alive with artists and musicians, offering treats for the eyes and ears, tactile and experiential. Continuing into the evening, your sense of taste will tempted by fine wine and culinary treats carefully paired by Old Florida’s most creative and talented chefs.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 24, 2012 INFO: www.ApalachicolaBay.org

March 25, 2012
Bay Area Choral Society Presents “Faure’s Requiem”

Part of the Ilse Newell Concert Series, the Bay Area Choral Society presents “Faure’s Requiem” at the historic Trinity Episcopal Church in Apalachicola. The performance begins at 4:00 pm with an open reception in Benedict Hall immediately following the concert.

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 25, 2012 INFO: www.ApalachicolaHistoricalSociety.org

March 30, 2012
Swingin’ Harpoon Blues Band in Concert

A lifetime of blues and swing influence drove harmonica player Mike ‘Salty’ Lanigan to
conceive of a “swinging blues” band. He hand picked the finest musicians and the Swingin’ Harpoon Blues Band was born! Performing their own originals and quality covers, Swingin’ Harpoon’s music is influenced by big city blues, swing and funk. It’s got a sound all its own – raw, swingin’ blues!

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 30, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

March 31, 2012
Grant Peeples and the Peeples Republik Band in Concert

An award-winning, self-styled left-neck, Grant Peeples is a master songwriter who performs in a style best described as Dylan, Prine and Kerouac getting together for a jam session. He has a bold, radical take on life, and he loves to share it with fans and music lovers. Catch him live at the Dixie Theatre in Apalachicola on April Fool’s Eve. It’s a great show!

WHERE: Apalachicola WHEN: March 31, 2012 INFO: www.DixieTheatre.com

March 31-April 1, 2012
Sand Castles of St. Joseph

An awesome display of imagination and talent on the beaches of Cape San Blas.

WHERE: Cape San Blas WHEN: March 31-April 1, 2012 INFO: www.GulfCountyEvents.com