Things to Do in Cape San Blas this spring! FIND GREAT
CAPE SAN BLAS RENTALS at
FLORIDAGULFVACATION.com April 2009 9th Annual Mexico Beach Photography Contest When: 04/01/2009 - 08/01/2009Where: Mexico Beach Visitor's Center More Information Enter your photograph in the Photography contest. Pick up your entry form at the Visitor's Center and submit your 8 x 10 picture. All photographs must be taken in Mexico Beach. Categories include: animal life, people, sunrise/sunsets, landmark, beach, boating & fishing, and flora/fauna. Winners are displayed at the Visitor's Center throughout fall of 2009.
SaltAir Farmers' Market When: 04/04/2009 - 11/21/2009 10;00 am - 2:00 pmWhere: Downtown port St Joe More Information The Port St. Joe SaltAir Farmers' Market brings fresh seasonal produce from local small farmers and much more to Florida's Forgotten Coast. Throughout the growing season, regionally grown vegetables and fruit, locally harvested Gulf seafood, carefully crafted artisan goods, and educational opportunities highlight the market's. Located in downtown Port St. Joe, the SaltAir Farmers' Market serves as a community gathering place and cultural center where attendees can enjoy arts, workshops, live music, and exhibitions while shopping the market and Reid Avenue's retail district. There is no better place to be on a Saturday Morning.
The Market is open the first and third Saturday each month from April through November.
Easter Egg Hunt When: 04/11/2009 - 04/11/2009Where: 8th Street Park, Port St Joe The Junior Service League of Port St Joe hosts this annual Easter Egg Hunt for children of all ages with games and prizes at the 8th Street Park. Everyone is welcome!
Beach Blast Triathlon and Duathlon When: 04/25/2009 - 04/25/2009Where: Veteran's Memorial Park of Beacon Hill, St Joe Beach More Information Don't miss this year's excitement. Athlete's will run, bike, and swim in a raceof speed and endurance. After the race the fun continues at the Beacon Hill Park in St Joe Beach with food to celebrate the day.
A Taste of the Coast When: 04/25/2009 - 04/25/2009 10:00 am - 11:00 pmWhere: Frank Pate Park & the Centennial Building Port St Joe More Information A Taste of the Coast; An Artful Affair Saturday, April 25, 2009 Art in the Park, Frank Pate Park, Hwy 98 & Hwy 71, 10 AM - 4 PM Main Event: Art Auction and Restaurant Tasting, Centennial Building, Port St. Joe, 6 PM Contact Dana Boyer, 227-3777, for more information.
Old Friends Get Together Bluegrass Pickin When: 04/30/2009 - 05/02/2009 Day & NightWhere: Fisherman's Landing & RV Park 4th year of the Old Friends Get Together Bluegrass Pickin will be held at the Fisherman's Landing & RV Park 7681 Doc Whitfield Road, Howard Creek. For more information contact Helen Muncher 850-827-2255.
May 2009 First Fridays - A Fine Art & Music Series When: 05/01/2009 - 08/07/2009 6:00 pmWhere: The Port Inn & Thirsty Goat More Information Gulf Alliance for Local Arts hosts a music and art reception the first Friday of each month during the summer with a little bit of everything as the sun goes the down. First Fridays May 1st, June 5th, July 3rd, and August 7th.
Derby Days When: 05/02/2009 - 05/02/2009Where: Sponsored by the Junior Service of Port St Joe.
Plein Air Paint Out 2009 When: 05/07/2009 - 05/17/2009Where: Gulf County More Information Nationally acclaimed artists gather on Florida's Forgotten Coast, the noteworthy stretch between Mexico Beach and Alligator Point, to participate in the 4th Annual Plein Air Invitational, May 7-17, 2009. Painters will set up their easels and pull out their brushes to document the landscape and culture of this last vestige of authentic "Old Florida". The public may view the artists at work in several venues. Contact The Forgotten Coast Cultural Coalition for more information 850-227-4255.
The communities of Mexico Beach, WindMark Beach, Port St. Joe, Cape San Blas, Indian Pass, Apalachicola, Eastpoint, St. George Island, Carrabelle, SummerCamp and Alligator Point have joined forces to produce the most impressive art event seen along the coast. Artists will be painting on the beach, across the marsh, beside the lakes and throughout the streets of these waterfront towns. Experience beauty through the eyes of America's finest plein air artists!
7th Annual Kids Win Fishing Tournament When: 05/15/2009 - 05/16/2009Where: Port St Joe Marina More Information A wonderful event just for kids! This children's fishing tournament is for kids 3-16 where each registered child receives a FREE rod & reel, tackle box, t-shirt, and goody bag! Fish from anywhere and bring your catch to weigh in. Prizes are awarded in several categories. Contact 850-227-1099 for details.
Tupelo Honey Festival When: 05/16/2009 - 05/16/2009 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CSTWhere: Lake Alice Park, Wewahitchka The annual Wewahitchka Tupelo Honey Festival celebrates this local delicacy. The honey festival features live music, food, arts & crafts, children's activities, and Honey. Contact the City of Wewahitchka for more information 850-639-2605 or gwenexley@gtcom.net.
