Carrabelle Chamber of

Commerce
105 St. James Avenue (Hwy 98), PO Box DD Carrabelle, FL 32322
(850) 697-2585
chamber@nettally.com
The Pearl of the Panhandle
Join today!
Friday, September 28th, 2018 www.carrabelle.org

September
Fri 28th Concealed Weapons Class by the FC Sheriff’s Office at
the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office 8am-noon. Requirements
for the course: weapon, 20 rounds of ammo, ear/eye
protection and $50 pre-paid to secure your spot. The money is
non-refundable and goes toward our youth fund. Call Christy
Thompson @ 323-2178 to join the class. Once you’ve paid the
FCSO $50, please call the Carrabelle office of the tax collector
to obtain fingerprints and complete paperwork ahead of time.
Fri 28th Estuaries Day at the Nature Center (ANERR) in
Eastpoint 1:30 pm-6 pm. A free & fun afternoon filled with
activities for the whole family. For more info, go to:
http://carrabelle.org/things-to-do/events-calendar/estuaries-
day-2018/1260/
Sat 29th iPhone PhotoClasses 1 pm by David Stahler at the Rio
Carrabelle Gallery. To register, go to
www.riocarrabellegallery.com
Fri 28th Ronald McDonald House Supply Drive 4-7 pm. at the
Carrabelle IGA. Donations of landscape supplies, baby items,
paper products and we will also be collecting new and gently
used coats and blankets for the homeless. Monetary donations
will also be accepted to buy items. Sponsored by: The
Forgotten Coast Queens-NWFL www.rmhctallahassee.org/
Sat 29th Dinner to honor George Jackson and his lifetime
commitment to community service. Franklin County Senior
Center, doors open at 6 pm, dinner at 7 pm. Prime Rib & fixin’s.
$ 20 in advance, $ 30 at the door IF space is still available. For
more info or advance tickets call (850) 697-3760.
Sun 30th Season Kick-Off Party for the Panhandle Players. We are happy to announce our 2018/2019 Season. Lots of good stuff coming your
5 pm-8 pm at the Chapman Auditorium in Apalachicola. way. Two original productions, a funny holiday show, and one made famous by
Donations only, so come out & enjoy delicious tacos & great live Alfred Hitchcock. Don't miss them!
performances. For more info, go to:
http://carrabelle.org/things-to-do/events-calendar/season- The 14th Annual Smithsonian Museum Day in Carrabelle was another big hit this
kick-off-party-by-panhandle-players/1242/ year! Fortunately, the weather cleared to a beautiful, sunshine filled day and both
October visitors and locals enjoyed a day visiting our 3 participating museums plus a bit of
Wed 2nd Bay-Friendly Landscaping 1-3:30 pm at the Nature local cuisine and shopping. See our Facebook photo album that has photos and as
Center in Eastpoint (ANERR). Low-maintenance yard design always, a BIG THANK-YOU to all the staff and volunteers that spend their time and
featuring innovative Green Infrastructure techniques. Class is efforts so that these museums can not only participate in events like this, but to
free, but rain barrels are $ 25 per barrel & must be ordered one continue to serve the public and grow with new exhibits each year.
week in advance. Tickets available at
www.anerrbayfriendly.eventbrite.com For more info, contact THANK YOU to the many Coastal Clean Up volunteers with a special big shout out
Anita Grove (850) 670-7708 or anita.grove@dep.state.fl.us to the site coordinators and Ada Long for working steadfastly to keep Franklin
Fri 5th Apalachicola Bay: Explore the Estuary 12:30-4 pm at the County's coast clean!
Nature Center in Eastpoint (ANERR). Tickets available at
www.anerrestuaryclass.eventbrite.com For more info, contact On September 11, 2018; Ms. Teresa Howard, representative of Woodmen Life,
Anita Grove (850) 670-7708 or anita.grove@dep.state.fl.us. graciously donated a US Flag to the American Legion Post 82. Commander Worthy
Fri 5th The Basics of Better Living: Refrigerator Pickles & accepts the US Flag from Woodmen Life and you can see it flying high right now in
Freezer Jams 1:30 pm at the Carrabelle Library. Learn how to front of Post 82!
make perfect pickles & fabulous jams without a canner! Free
& open to the public. (850) 697-2366
Fri 5th & Sat 6th Pars for a Purpose Charity Golf Weekend at St.
James Bay Golf Club. Enjoy a mixer & live music on Friday
starting 4 pm with tournament on Saturday starting at 9 am.
Call (850) 697-9606 for more info
Fri 5th & Sat 6th Auditions for Panhandle Players December
Show “A Nice Family Christmas”. 6 pm at the David G. Raney
House in Apalachicola. http://carrabelle.org/things-to-
do/events-calendar/auditons-for-panhandle-players-
december-show/1270/
Tues 9th Taking Control of Your Balance 10 am by BeLinda
Wharton at the FC Senior Center in Carrabelle. No fee, by
donation. For more info, call (50) 697-3760.
Fri 9th Patio Plants & Container Gardening 1:30-3 pm at the
Carrabelle Library. Free & open to the public. (850) 697-2366
Tues 9th Open House at Weems Medical Center East 2 pm-6
pm. Meet our providers! For more info, call (850) 697-2345.
Thurs 11th Small-tooth Sawfish: Is there hope for one of our
largest & most endangered marine predators? 7-8 pm. Part of
the Conservation Lecture Series as the FSU Coastal & Marine
Laboratory Auditorium, St. Teresa. Lecture followed by light
refreshments & conversation with the speaker. Call (850) 697-
4095 for more info or go to www.marinelab.fsu.edu
Fri 12th The Basics of Better Living: Refrigerator Pickles &
Freezer Jams 1:30 pm at the Eastpoint. Learn how to make
perfect pickles & fabulous jams without a canner! Free & open
to the public. (850) 670-8151
Fri 16th Patio Plants & Container Gardening 1:30-3 pm at the
Eastpoint Library. Free & open to the public. (850) 670-8151
Thurs 18th Wings Over Florida -Butterfly pilot workshop 9 am-
3 pm at the Nature Center (ANERR) in Eastpoint. No costs are
associated, bring your lunch, snacks, water bottle, and dress
appropriately to be inside & outside. Register through
Eventbrite or contact Savanna Christy (850) 488-9453 or
savanna.christy@myfwc.com
Fri 19th Oysters 101 1-4 pm at the Nature Center in Eastpoint
(ANERR). Participants need to bring their own fishing waders or
boots. Registration is require/cost $ 25 per person. Tickets
available at www.anerroysters101.eventbrite.com For more
info, contact Anita Grove (850) 670-7708 or
anita.grove@dep.state.fl.us
Fri 19th & Sat 20th “Secrets & Sweet Tea”-A Comedy for Mature
Audiences presented by the Panhandle Players at Chapman
Auditorium in Apalachicola. Tickets available online at:
www.panhandleplayers.com
or at the door.
Sat 20th The 3rd Annual Franklin Fire Victim Relief Fund Car
Show and Gumbo Cookoff hosted by the Forgotten Coast
Cruisers at the Red Pirate Family Grill & Oyster Bar in Eastpoint.
Registration is free, however, a donation to enter a car would
be a great blessing. 100% of all proceeds go directly to the
Victim Relief fund. Spectators vote on cars by $ 1 per vote in
bucket placed in front of each entry vehicle.
Sat 20th Lantern Fest at the Crooked River Lighthouse 6-10 pm
Magical lantern display, Tallahassee Community College Dance
Company, Celtic Musicians and so much more! (850) 697-2732
or go to: http://carrabelle.org/things-to-do/events-
calendar/lantern-fest-at-the-crooked-river-lighthouse/968/
Wed 23rd Bay-Friendly Landscaping 1-3:30 pm at the Nature
Center in Eastpoint (ANERR). Low-maintenance yard design
featuring innovative Green Infrastructure techniques. Class is
free, but rain barrels are $ 25 per barrel & must be ordered one
week in advance. Tickets available at
www.anerrbayfriendly.eventbrite.com For more info, contact
Anita Grove (850) 670-7708 or anita.grove@dep.state.fl.us
Wed 24th Wednesday Monthly Adult Movie at the Carrabelle
Library: Book Club (PG-13) 2 pm, children must be
accompanied by an adult. (850) 697-2366
From Seacrest Real Estate, Inc.:
Buying a new home is all about making the best decisions which requires access
to the best information available. Our website
at http://Homesforsalecarrabelle.com is a fantastic resource for local listings, as
well as school and community information, and a wealth of other useful
information. In addition to visiting our website, here are some other things you
can do to help your search:
• Prioritize your needs and wants. Make a "must-have" list
and "nice-to-have" of the features you're looking for
• Get Pre-qualified for a mortgage to assess how much house
you can truly afford
• If you're a first-time home buyer, look for special financing
options from the Federal Housing Administration / HUD
• Drive around the area to get a better feel for the
community, neighborhoods and local attractions
If you're thinking about buying, please call or email us any time. Our advice and
expertise is always free and we guarantee a positive experience!
Sincerely, Janalyn Dowden, Broker. (850) 251-3432, janalyn88@gmail.com
Events on Multiple Dates:
Citizens Academy at the Sheriff’s Office Multipurpose Bldg. 5:30-8 pm. 10/4,
10/11, 10/18, 10/25 & Nov 1 and includes dinner. Registration is open to the
public, must be able to attend all dates. Call Christy Thompson (850) 323-2178
for more info. Come by sheriff’s office on Hwy 65 to fill out an application.
Let’s go Birding! At the St. Marks Wildlife Refuge, meet at the Visitor Center
Parking Lot, 1255 Lighthouse Rd, Crawfordville. The emphasis of the tour is on
birds, but plants, butterflies & all other wildlife are subjects of interest. Bring bug
spray & binoculars. (limited number available to borrow at VC). Space is limited,
so please RSVP (850) 925-6121. For more info: http://carrabelle.org/things-to-
do/events-calendar/lets-go-birding/1259/
Wed Oct 3rd; Sun Oct 1st
Wild Week Guided Tours-Fall activities on St. Vincent NWR. Oct 9th-12th. For
more information, go to: carrabelle.org/things-to-do/events-calendar/wild-
week-guided-tours/1257/ To sign up, go to: http://bit.ly/FriendsSignUp
For More info on any Carrabelle Chamber Member events & activities
See our website www.carrabelle.org under “Things to Do” Events Calendar or
the Community Calendar
Events Further afield:
Listen to WOYS 100.5 FM Oyster Radio,
www.oysterradio.com or www.forgottencoastline.com
or
www.floridasforgottencoast.com/
Executive Board
President-Cher Novaria/At Your Service Concierge
Vice President- Lewis Christie/Christie’s Cottage Living
Secretary- Dr. Lois Mendez Catlin- Phoenix Family Health Care
Treasurer- Paul Marxsen/Roberson & Associates, P.A.
Directors
Lisa Lance/FC Public Library-Carrabelle & Eastpoint
Skip Frink/Old Carrabelle Hotel
Sheri Wesson-Carrabelle History Museum
Downtown Improvement Committee:
Skip Frink/Old Carrabelle Hotel
Lewis Christie/Christie’s Cottage Living
Carrabelle Chamber Representative on the FCTDC Board:
Robert “Rob” Powis/Caribbean Raft Rentals
Executive Director-Lisa Munson
Website visits Jan 1st – Sept 23rd: 206,552 !!