The Destin Woman’s Club proudly presents Hats for Hope, a fashion show and luncheon showcasing the latest fashions from the Emerald Coast’s trendiest boutiques. The event will begin at 11am on Saturday, March 16 at the Linkside Ballroom at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort with proceeds benefiting Shelter House, the domestic violence center serving Okaloosa and Walton Counties.
Habitat for Humanity of Walton County dedicated their 25th home this past Saturday, March 2 at 9 am in Freeport to widow and single mother of two, Teresa Schultz, who first was a volunteer for the nonprofit organization before applying for herself.
Schultz had previously dedicated 64 volunteer hours into Habitat’s 24th home for a fellow family, when she, too, learned she and her family qualified for the Habitat program.
Beginning Friday, March 8 through Sunday, March 10, from 8am to 4pm, District 4 Commissioner Sara Comander will be hosting a community clean-up weekend in Miramar Beach at Legion Park on Ponce de Leon Street.
The Walton County Public Works Department will be providing dumpsters for Walton County residents to dump trash, yard debris, tires, appliances and other miscellaneous items. There will also be a crew and equipment to offload heavy items.
There are so many talented and creative students in the Walton County area, and through the various schools and educational foundations, there are extensive opportunities to encourage those talents. One of those creative opportunities was recently offered through the Rosemary Beach Foundation.
SoWal wine lovers won't want to miss the 2nd Annual 30A Wine Festival featuring fine wines, delectable cuisine and live music all in a beautiful beach setting. The SoWal.com-sponsored event benefits Children's Volunteer Health Network. What better reason to spend a weekend at the beach?!
Purses with a Purpose is a two-day purse sale and auction where new and gently used designer handbags are donated to be sold and auctioned off with all proceeds benefiting Shelter House, the domestic violence center serving Okaloosa and Walton Counties. The much-anticipated purse extravaganza returns to Silver Sands Premium Outlets on March 22 and 23.
The Community of Seaside, Fla., is pleased to announce the return of tennis professional Tracy Townsend to its Swim and Tennis Club. Townsend’s company, 30A Tennis, now manages the club’s tennis program.
First Ever Stand-up Paddle Board Division; New Weigh Station in Pensacola
The Cobia World Championship Tournament is adding a new twist for 2013. The tournament is Cobia fishing's premier tournament and has taken place at Destin's Harbor Docks Restaurant for over 20 years. This year's tourney has partnered with Bote Boards to introduce the first ever Stand-up Paddle Board Division (SUP). The angler who lands the largest Cobia on a paddle board during the tournament will be awarded a new BOTE Board donated by the Destin store.
This year's Valentine Tour of Homes features six stunning South Walton homes on display Saturday, Feb. 16 from 10am to 4pm and Sunday, Feb. 17 from noon to 4pm. If you love art, design and architecture you'll be rewarded with the artistically-indulgent, self-guided tour.
Join CVHN at 'One of America's Best Courses', on May 10, 2013 and enjoy a day of golf while raising money to help uninsured or under-insured children receive the medical, dental, vision and mental health care they need and deserve.
Four person teams will play a scramble format on the prestigious, members-only Burnt Pine Golf Course. Players will enjoy:
