Category: Events

It seems like a day doesn’t go by here in the panhandle when something fun isn’t happening. Jeep Beach Jam is officially kicking off tonight in Panama City Beach, however they have been there since Tuesday with fun activities. You don’t need a jeep to attend the events that are happening till Sunday. They are expecting 3,000 to 5,000 people this year. And it looks to be a beautiful weekend for it. If you are heading out don’t forget the sunscreen! The have a day at the beach planned where you can learn to surf. They have a scavenger hunt, poker run, beach bonfire, jeeps-only drive in movie, an obstacle course, and live music to name a few things they have going on. I have included the website below so you can check out times and location. Have fun!             http://jeepbeachjam.com/

If you are like me you need a reminder to put those non perishable food donations out for your mail carrier this morning!  I remembered at 11 last night to collect the food, but thankfully I was awake and working for my clients like usual! Today I am going to make my first stop at the Marianna farmer’s market. It is open from 7am to noon at the Madison Park. Then I think I will swing through some yard sales and look for some great deals. Enjoy your Saturday and don’t forget tomorrow is Mother’s Day, not to late to grab a card if you haven’t done so yet. It looks like a lot of us are in for a chance of rain this afternoon, so if you have yard work like me I hope you get it done before it gets to you!

 

 

Not to late to register for this FREE event. It is in Chipley at the Trinity Martial Arts. It is open to all mom’s and kids in the community. They plan on celebrating mom with fun games, arts & crafts, a memory keepsake photo, food, and lots of love, hugs, and making memories. Tonight Friday, May 10th from 6-7:30. If I didn’t have plans already this is where I would be! If you go be sure to let me know how it was. Tickets are available at https://www.mystudio.academy/e/?=tma/540/69603///1556334513

The 2nd Saturday in May letter carriers in more than 10,000 cities and towns across America collect food from their postal customers. It is the largest one-day food drive in the nation. So this Saturday(May 11th) if you would like to donate all you need to do is place a box, bag, or can of non-perishable food next to your mailbox before your letter carrier delivers the mail. The food is sorted, and delivered to area food banks or pantries in our communities, where it is available for needy families. With Hurricane Michael recovery efforts ongoing, donations to the Letter Carries Food Drive is more crucial than ever. Please consider filling a bag or box of healthy nonperishable food items.  All donations stay in our community. I am headed to the grocery store today!

http://stampouthungerfooddrive.us

It’s teacher appreciation day at the Marianna Zaxby’s. Today May 7th show your faculty id and buy 1 get 1 free Big Zax Snak Meal. This is National Teacher Appreciation Day. Our teachers, aids, administration, and all those who work in the schools deserve a huge THANK YOU for all they do daily. A teacher takes a hand, opens a mind, and touches a heart!

One of the many things I love about living in the Panhandle is all the local, fresh produce I can get. Marianna has a Farmers Market open every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 7am to 12pm till July. It is located at the Madison Street Park. This season they have yellow squash, new potatoes, lettuces, green beans, cabbage, onions, and so much more! They also have bakers with yummy jams, jellies, honey, and breads. They also have the Panhandle Arts and Crafters(for sure on Saturdays, not sure about during the week) who bring home made crafted items. I know I am planning to go this week, maybe I will see you there!

The weather today in the Panhandle is going to be much nicer then the weather last night. Local thunderstorms lite up our skies last night for a few hours. This afternoon from 3pm – 6pm at Lafayette Park in Apalachicola they will have free Jazz and artists. Students from the FCHS Seahawk Band begin singing at 4pm. Be sure to take lawn chairs, blankets, and your own refreshments. What a relaxing way to end this busy weekend!

There were so many great events happening today around the Panhandle. It was hard to choose, but I ended up going to the Spring Festival at the Chautauqua Vineyards & Winery. It was a beautiful day and they had so many great booths. I bought a pair or earrings at one booth and a necklace at another. And of course a few bottles of wine. It was great seeing so many happy people. http://www.chautauquawinery.com

It isn’t too late, they are open today till 6pm!

This weekend is going to be busy! Tons of fun things to do in the Panhandle. Here are just a few that caught my eye for tomorrow, May 4th. I see several future blogs from the events below.

 

Tonight at 7pm is the kick-start party for this 5 day Motorcycle Rally. It will be at Hammerhead’s in Panama City Beach. The 3 main venues for this event will be Frank Brown Park, The Crossroads at Thunder Beach, and Harley-Davidson of Panama City Beach. They have free live entertainment and contests. They charge no gate fees and parking is free, they are open from 9am to 9pm, May 1st-May 5th. They will have a Custom Bike Show and a Battle of the Baggers, Thunder Beach Sound Off Competition on May 4th. For more info go to: https://www.thunderbeachproductions.com/