January 11, 2009: The Trio Internazionale Historic Trinity Church, Apalachicola. Take a musical tour of Europe with this special performance. The Trio, comprised of Martha Gherardi - violin, Bedford Watkins - piano, and Luciano Gherardi - contrabass, will present a program of "Soul Food and Musical Tourism." The concert will begin at 4:00 pm at the Historic Trinity Church. For more information call (850) 653-9550.
January 23, 2009 to January 25, 2009: The Star Spangled Girl
Eastpoint Firehouse, St. George Island
Written by Neil Simon, this is a comical mess with people in love with other people. Show times are January 23 and 24 - 7:30 pm and January 25 - 3:00 pm at the Eastpoint Firehouse on 6th Street in Eastpoint. Call (850) 670-8200 for more information or to purchase your tickets.
January 25, 2009 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Mary Brigid Roman and Jamie Gossett Harp Duo
Historic Trinity Church, Apalachicola
This special concert will delight the growing number of local harp enthusiasts and provide an opportunity for an up-close view of this beautiful instrument. The concert will begin at 4:00 pm at the Historic Trinity Church. For more information call (850) 653-9550.
February 7, 2009 to February 8, 2009: REALTOR Association of Franklin & Southern Gulf Counties Annual Open House Tour
Franklin and Gulf Counties
REALTOR Association of Franklin & Southern Gulf Counties Annual Open House Tour. Homes from Mexico Beach to Alligator Point will be open to the public for viewing. For more information call 850-653-3322.
February 8, 2009 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM : Jill Anna Ponasik in Concert
Historic Trinity Church, Apalachicola
Jill Anna returns to Apalachicola for another stunning performance. This multi-talented singer-actor performs "opera and music-theater with beauty, vitality, and interpretive acumen." The concert will begin at 4:00 pm at the Historic Trinity Church. For more information call (850) 653-9550.
March 7, 2009: St. George Island Charity Chili Cook-off & Auction
St. George Island, FL
Over sixty contestants square off in the largest Regional Chili Cook-off in the nation. Proceeds benefit St. George Island Volunteer Fire Dept. For more information call (850) 927-2753.
March 8, 2009 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Bay Area Choral Society Concert
Historic Trinity Church, Apalachicola
The Bay Area Choral Society, made up of local professional and semi-professional musicians, will present a concert to celebrate spring. Accompanied by Bedford Watkins, Tom Adams and Merel Young will collaborate on this crowd-pleasing performance. For more information call (850) 653-9550.
March 14, 2009: Eastpoint Fire Department 7th Annual Charity Rib Cook-off
Eastpoint Firehouse
Come eat some of the best BBQ ribs and chicken. Live music all day, a car show, face painting and rides for the kids. Prizes will be awarded for rib cook-off and car show contestants. For more information call (850) 670-9000.
McLain/Watkins/Eckstine Family Concert: March 29, 2009 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Historic Trinity Church, Apalachicola
The McLain, Watkins, and Eckstine families return from all parts of the country to present a program of drama and music. Fifteen to twenty members of this extraordinary multi-family will perform violin and piano duets, vocal solos, a dramatic sketch, and lots more. For more information call (850) 653-9550.
April 4, 2009: St. George Island Lighthouse Dedication
St. George Lighthouse Park.
The Dedication Ceremony for the Cape St. George Light. For more information call (850) 927-7744.
April 4, 2009 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Apalachicola Art Walk & Wine Festival
Downtown Apalachicola
Art in all forms will be woven in and around picturesque downtown Apalachicola where artists and musicians will be showing, selling and demonstrating their talents from 12:00-6:00 pm.
April 25, 2009: 11th Historic Apalachicola Antique & Classic Boat Show
Downtown Apalachicola
Join us in beautiful historic downtown Apalachicola for the 11th annual Antique & Classic Boat Show. All types of antique boats, classic examples of traditional vessels, work boats, fiberglass classics, antique outboard motors and antique cars.
April 26, 2009 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Concert in the Park
Historic Trinity Church, Apalachicola
This concert will present a special group of 6 musicians, the Orange Avenue Pan Groove Band, under the direction of Kayleen Kerg. The band consists of 3 steel drums, an electric bass (since carting around a set of six bass pans, each made from a 55 gallon oil barrel, is very difficult), a drum set, and various other percussion instruments. Bring a lawn chair and "groove" to the sounds of calypso, soca, jazz, blues, and reggae. For more information call (850) 653-9550.
May 2, 2009 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM: 17th Annual Spring Tour of Historic Homes
Apalachicola.
Don't miss the 17th Annual Trinity Episcopal Church Historic Apalachicola Home & Garden Tour. Many of Apalachicola's private homes and buildings can only be viewed from the exterior except for this unique day. For a $15.00 donation you can take a guided tour through architecturally and historically significant homes, churches and commercial buildings. A gourmet lunch will be offered in the Benedict Hall, from 11:00AM - 2:00PM. Tour Tickets sold on 5/2/09 will be $20.00. All donations benefit the Trinity Episcopal Restoration Fund. Call (850) 653-9550.
May 5, 2009: Cinco de Mayo
Beside Sometimes It's Hotter Seasoning Company on St. George Island
Art auction, margaritas, beer & wine, bar-b-q, entertainment. Proceeds benefit a local charitable organization. For more information call 850-927-7744.
May 7, 2009 to May 17, 2009: Plein Air Painters
From Mexico Beach to St. George Island
20 professional plein air artists hailing from Maine to California to South Florida will paint on location from Apalachicola to Mexico Beach.
October 9, 2009 to October 10, 2009: Oyster Spat Festival
St. George Island
Treasure hunt, onshore fishing tournament with cash prizes, 5K race, kayak race, food court, parade and great live entertainment. Go to http://www.oysterspat.com for more details.
October 24, 2009: Journeys of St. George Island 1st Annual Kayak Fishing Tournament
Dr. Julian G Bruce St. George Island State Park
Cool prizes awared in multiple categories. Top Prize New Fishing Kayak! For more information contact Dale at 850-927-3259.
November 6, 2009 to November 7, 2009: 46th Annual Florida Seafood Festival
Battery Park, Apalachicola
The oldest seafood festival in the state. Great seafood, arts & crafts, fine folks and wonderful entertainment all wrapped into a magnificent family atmosphere. For more information go to www.floridaseafoodfestival.com
November 27, 2009: Historic Apalachicola Annual Christmas Celebration
Downtown Apalachicola
The Historic Apalachicola Christmas celebration will light up Apalachicola from 4:00-8:00 p.m. the streets of downtown Apalachicola will be lined with luminaries and filled with holiday spirit. Merchants will be open late the sounds of carolers will echo through the streets filling the evening with Christmas spirit. Santa will arrive on a shrimp boat at 4:00 p.m. at the City dock on Water Street, across from City Hall. Santa will hear children's Christmas wishes and carolers will sing. Join us for an old fashioned Christmas celebration!
December 4, 2009: Lighting of the Lights
St. George Island
Join the annual lighting of the holiday lights on St. George Island. Santa will arrive on a fire engine for the kids. The lighting will take place at dark. Lighthouse tours will be available. For more information call (850) 927-7744.
