Friday, January 31st, 2020
What’s Happening This Weekend
Fri 31st Dueling Pianos Show: The Barry & Gary Show at the
Crooked River Grill. A buffet-style dinner served at 6 pm, show
starts at 6:30 pm. $ 35 for an unforgettable night of food &
entertainment. Get your tickets today by calling (850) 697-
5050.
Super Bowl Events:
Spend This Super Bowl Weekend at Harry’s in Carrabelle!!!
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.... Buy a platter of wings (3 orders)
and get a FREE pitcher of beer!!!
Sun 2nd Super Bowl Watch Party at the Crooked River Grill. The
watch party will include food & drink specials starting at 6 pm,
just in time for the kick-off at 6:30 pm. Please call (850) 697-
5050 for more details.
What’s Happening in February? A Lot!
Black History Month at the Camp Gordon Johnston WW II
Museum Special exhibits commemorating the anniversary of
the Iwo Jima Battle & African-American Servicemen. For more
info, go to: http://carrabelle.org/things-to-do/events-
calendar/black-history-month-at-camp-gordon-
johnston/1399/
Sat 1st Farmer's "country" market at the Crooked River
Lighthouse 9 am- 1 pm Featuring local vendors from our
community offering a little of everything from locally made
goods, veggies, baked goods, coffee, art and more. New
vendors are always welcome. If you are interested in
participating, please call the lighthouse for more information at
850-697-2732
Sun 2nd Douce Ambiance: Jazz with a gypsy Flavor! 3 pm at Cat
Pointe Music, 29 Island Dr. Eastpoint. Doors open 30 minutes
prior to the performance. BYOB is allowed & encouraged.
Admission to all performances is $ 15 per person. To purchase
advance tickets and to learn more about the performers, go to
their website: www.catpointemusic.com
Tues 4th Healthy Weight & Lifestyle Meeting 5:30 pm at Weems
Memorial Hospital Cafeteria, 135 Ave G, Apalachicola. This is
the first of a series of one-hour weekly meetings that will
include weekly weigh-ins, motivational materials & a rotating
series of speakers to talk about weight & health-related topics.
If you are interested in learning more, contact Amanda Byrd
(850 653-8853 x 119.
Wed 5th Gathering of the Phlock of the Forgotten Coast Parrot
Head Club 5 pm at Doc Myers Island Pub on St. George Island.
Fri 7th Speed Dating Night at the Crooked River Grill. 6:30 pm
& will include appetizers for just $12. Please call (850) 697-5050
to reserve your spot & find your valentine!
Fri 7th-Sun 9th “Sweet Tea on the Front Porch” presented by the
Panhandle Players at the Chapman Theatre in Apalachicola. For
times, tickets, & other info, go to www.panhandleplayers.com
Is this why there is so much happening in February???
One extra day made the “Happenings” Calendar a whole lot longer!
Gulf Coast State College Named Among
Top Online Colleges in Florida
Gulf Coast State College has recently been recognized as a top performing college
and was ranked 25th in the Study.com “Best Online Colleges & Schools in Florida”
report.
Study.com receives over 40 million visitors per month who research schools,
degrees and careers. The list was designed to help users and potential students
learn about excellent distance learning opportunities. All schools in Florida with
online programs were evaluated and Gulf Coast was selected based on academic
and career resources for online students, the quality of education, faculty and
more.
“The faculty and staff at Gulf Coast strive to provide students with a high quality
and affordable educational experience, including online education,” said Holly
Kuehner, Vice President of Academic Affairs. “We pride ourselves on providing an
environment which prepares our graduates to meet their personal goals, whether
it is transferring to a university or entering the workforce.”
To view the ranking and additional information regarding the methodology for
their selection process, please visit https://study.com/resources/online-florida-
schools.
Gulf Coast State College Also Ranked in Military Times
“Best for Vets: Colleges 2020”
Gulf Coast State College has recently been recognized as one of the best colleges
for Veterans in Military Times “Best for Vets: Colleges 2020” report.
The college rankings by Military Times are designed to help military and veteran
students pick a school that is right for them. Hundreds of colleges and universities
were surveyed from across the country on their policies related to military and
veteran students, academic outcomes and military-supportive cultures among
other factors. Some of the highlights include innovative approaches for
supporting student veterans, tutoring and mentorship opportunities.
“Gulf Coast State College is very proud to work with our military,” said Glen
McDonald, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Economic Development. “The
faculty and staff at GCSC strive to provide the highest quality education that is
affordable and accessible to our active duty and veteran students.”
To view additional information regarding the methodology for their selection
process and the rankings, please visit www.militarytimes.com/education-
transition/2019/10/28/best-for-vets-top-colleges-2020.
Check www.carrabelle.org/Things-To-Do for their events
Sun 9th Ken Sizemore “The Old Folkie” Enjoy some vintage folk & Everyone’s Favorite Game is back!!
pop music. 3 pm at Cat Pointe Music, 29 Island Dr. Eastpoint.
Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance. BYOB is allowed
& encouraged. Admission to all performances is $ 15 per person.
To purchase advance tickets and to learn more about the
performers, go to their website: www.catpointemusic.com
Sun 9th InConcert Presents: Aleksandra “Sasha” Kasman at the
Trinity Episcopal Church in Apalachicola. Music of Medtner,
Franck, Rachmaninoff. Doors open at 3:30 pm, concert starts at 4
pm. $ 10 per person donation at door. Cash only, students free. Mondays-Franklin County Senior Center, 201 NW Ave F in Carrabelle. Cash
Open seating. Reception held at Trinity’s Benedick Hall following Prizes, refreshments, & a whole lot of fun! Call (850 697-3760.
the performance. Wednesdays-Chillas Hall in Lanark Village. Doors open at 6 pm, games start at
Sun 9th Full Moon & Sunset Lighthouse Climb at the Crooked
6:30 pm. Come for the fun & friends! For info, call (850) 646-3028.
River Lighthouse 6 pm – 8 pm. Enjoy karaoke and s’mores around
Thursdays-Bingo at the Bay at the Crooked River Grill 6 pm. Includes food &
the fire pit (weather permitting). Climb the lighthouse for
spectacular views. Cost is just $ 8. Museum & gift shop will also drink specials. For more info, call (850) 697-5050.
be open. Call (850) 697-2732 for more info.
Sun 9th The 24th Annual Forgotten Coast Chef Sampler at
(What’s Happening if February continued-even more to do!)
Apalachicola’s Fort Coombs Armory. 6-9 pm. For ticket info visit
Mon 17th Concealed Weapons Class at the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. Stop
www.apalachicolabay.org or call (850) 653-9419.
by the office & pay the $ 50 fee to reserve your spot! Questions? Call Christy
Thurs 13th Why Are There So Many Different Forms of Life? One
Thompson (850) 323-2178.
of the many lectures presented at the FSU Coast & Marine
Wed 19th Chamber Board of Directors Monthly Meeting 4 pm Episcopal Church
Laboratory enhancing global coastal & marine literacy in Florida.
of the Ascension, Members are welcome too
7 pm in the FSUCML Auditorium. Free & open to the public.
Sat 22nd Explore your river & basin with the Apalachicola Riverkeepers on an
Refreshments available before the lecture. To learn more, go to
Eco-Outing: Torreya State Park Hike (2.5-3 hrs0. Group size is limited &
www.marinelab.fsu.edu
registration is required. (850) 653-8936 or
Fri 14th Carrabelle Historical Preservation Forum 2:30 pm-5:30
outreach@apalachicolariveerkeeper.org to register.
pm at Rio Carrabelle, 102 St. James Ave. (Hwy 98 & Tall. St) The
Sat 22nd The 10th Annual Mardi Gras Pet Parade: Surf Dogs USA by the Mystic
Florida Division of Historical Resources Staff will present a free
Krewe of Salty Barkers. 1 pm Festival with live music, arts & crafts, vendors, food,
forum on the benefits of state and federal preservation programs.
beer booth 11 am-4pm, Riverfront Park in Apalachicola. Go to
Fri 14th Annual Valentine’s Day Dinner at the Crooked River Grill.
www.saltybarkers.com for more info
5-9:30 pm. Specially prepared menu including ribeye, filet
Sat 22nd BlujaFunk: An assortment of players to bring an exciting mix of
mignon, grouper, shrimp & more! This is a reservation-only event.
contemporary Blues, Jazz, Funk, and World music. 8 pm at Rio Carrabelle. Doors
Call 850) 697-5050 to RSVP.
open at 7:30 pm. BYOB. Tickets are $ 20 per person. Reservations required.
Fri 14th Sock Hop at the Franklin County Senior Center-7-10 pm.
Sun 23rd Joe Capo, solo “acoustic parlor guitar” performance. 3 pm at Cat Pointe
Enjoy a fun evening of dancing! Snacks provided, BYOB $ 10 per
Music, 29 Island Dr. Eastpoint. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance.
person. Call (850) 697-3760 for more info.
BYOB is allowed & encouraged. Admission to all performances is $ 15 per person.
Fri 14th FAMU Faculty Valentine Jam Enjoy an evening in an
To purchase advance tickets and to learn more about the performers, go to their
intimate setting with a concert of Jazz Standards & Romantic
website: www.catpointemusic.com
Ballads. 8 pm at Rio Carrabelle Doors open at 7:30 pm. BYOB.
Sun 23rd InConcert Presents: Mark Daniels & Rob Goodling. The Lyric Tenor at
Tickets are $ 20 per person. Reservations required.
the Trinity Episcopal Church in Apalachicola. Music of Medtner, Franck,
Sat 15th Farmer's "country" market at the Crooked River
Rachmaninoff. Doors open at 3:30 pm, concert starts at 4 pm. $ 10 per person
Lighthouse 9 am- 1 pm Featuring local vendors from our donation at door. Cash only, students free. Open seating. Reception held at
community offering a little of everything from locally made goods, Trinity’s Benedick Hall following the performance.
veggies, baked goods, coffee, art and more. New vendors are Sat 27th Leon Anderson Jazz Trio Another jam-packed concert of Jazz, Blues &
always welcome. If you are interested in participating, please call Bebop played in their unique style. 8 pm at Rio Carrabelle. Doors open at 7:30
the lighthouse for more information at 850-697-2732. pm. BYOB. Tickets are $ 20 per person. Reservations required.
Sat 15th The Fort at Prospect Bluff with historian & author, Dale Sat 29th “Walkin’ Tacos and Fish Rubbing” presented by the Carrabelle Artist
Cox presented by the Carrabelle History Museum. 10 am-12 pm Association at the Franklin County Senior Center. The fun starts at 11 am &
at C-Quarters Marina. For more info, go to: continues until 3 pm. Tacos & Drink $ 8 in advance, $ 10 door. Fish rubbing on
http://carrabelle.org/things-to-do/events-calendar/the-fort-at- rice paper or t-shirt (bring plain t-shirt). Proceeds to benefit the Senior Center.
prospect-bluff/1421/ For info, call (850) 294-9664 or (936) 776-1383.
Sun 16th The Von Wamps with The Bird & The Bear, an afternoon
of special original songs as well as some favorite covers. 3 pm at And mark your calendars for the weekend of March 6th for the St. George
Island Chili Charity Cook-Off!
Cat Pointe Music, 29 Island Dr. Eastpoint. Doors open 30 minutes
prior to the performance. BYOB is allowed & encouraged.
For More info on any Carrabelle Chamber Member events & activities
Admission to all performances is $ 15 per person. To purchase
See our website www.carrabelle.org under “Things to Do” /Events Calendar or
advance tickets and to learn more about the performers, go to
their website: www.catpointemusic.com the Community Calendar
.

105 St. James Ave. (Hwy 98) www.carrabelle.org chamber@nettally.com