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Happy October everyone!
The 2nd Annual Campbellton Fall Festival is happening soon. On October 14th at 10am, come out to the Downtown Area for a community event. There will be games, competitions, foods, arts and crafts, entertainment, and more!
Learn more by visiting the Facebook event page!
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Sunland Center’s 42nd Annual Fall Festival is less than a month away! Held on the historic grounds of the Sunland Center in Marianna, this festival features over 100 vendors offering a variety of food, crafts, arts, and activities. There will also be live entertainment, food trucks, and a parade. Best of all? The event is FREE to enter. Be sure to bring cash and card for vendors and food. So come out on October 28th from 9am-2pm and get ahead on your holiday shopping with a family-friendly fall afternoon!
Interested in snagging a booth rental? Contact Onna Lipford (850-482-9371) or James Godwin, Jr. (850-557-0911). Parade inquiries should be directed to Chris Weeks at 850-482-9372.
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The Dothan Nurseries’ annual Fall Festival is back and better than ever! There will be a Farmers Market brimming with local produce, local vendors selling their finest wares and creations, food trucks, hay rides, and live music. This festival has something for everyone; come out on October 7th from 9am-3pm to enjoy!
on The Willis House Bed & Breakfast is a beautiful historic property undergoing renovation. Owner Karen Kirkland would like to invite everyone to celebrate a dual event: her 50th birthday AND the grand re-opening of her childhood home! 
The home will serve as a quaint, refreshing bed and breakfast that features a lovely 6-acre property. With grand wraparound porches and what seems to be endless old-growth live oaks, the property is a lovely escape from modern life. Stop in anytime between 11:00 AM – 7:00 pm on October 7th to enjoy the Grand Opening. Take a peaceful stroll through the shaded oaks, sit and ponder on the porch, or view the home. There will be food trucks on the property. Learn more by visiting the Facebook event page.
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The Stamped Film Festival is coming soon! From September 28th to October 1st, come out to the Pensacola Little Theatre to celebrate the artistic contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) films and filmmakers. The festival began in 2012 and strives to foster a more inclusive local community. In fact, its current name, Stamped, is a throwback to the mid-1990s when LGBTQ visitors would “stamp” their money so that local officials and business owners would know the extent of the LGBTQ+ community’s economic impact.
Stamped is a multi-day festival that provides educational outreach to the Gulf Coast region. The festival is a celebration, acknowledgment, and remembrance for those in the community. There will be awards and prizes. The festival is free to attend, and offers a family-focused day that is acceptable for all ages. Visit the Stamped Film Festival website for more information, including the TBA film lineup.
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The Pensacola Para Con is happening September 23-24 at the Pensacola Expo Hall. This annual event salutes sci-fi, paranormal, horror, metaphysical, and pop culture. There will be celebrity meet and greets, discussion panels, and ghost hunts! Yes, ghosts. It’s truly fitting that the celebrity guests are Chris Smith and Mike Concalves of the Tennessee Wraith Chasers, hosts of the Travel Channel’s Haunted Towns. There will also be vendors, artists, metaphysical guests, psychic readers, and a costume contest.
Visit the Pensacola Para Con website to learn more, buy tickets, or view the detailed schedule.
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The Pioneer Camp is excited to offer new rental options for families or large group gatherings. This is a great getaway for individuals, families, and youth/adult group gatherings for both single-day or overnight options. For additional information, pricing, and availability, please contact the office at 850-674-2777 or visit the Panhandle Pioneer website.
on Southeastern Dog Hunters Association and Seasons of Hope Outdoors are seeking volunteers for the 7th Annual Apalachicola National Forest Trash Cleanup! The event counts towards volunteer hours for various organizations including school hours. Cold drinks and trash bags will be provided. 
The cleanup will run from 6am-11pm CST on September 30th. Volunteers will meet at Highway 12 and Forest Road 105. Volunteers are welcome to bring their ATVs and UTVs. Contact Michael Harris (850-630-8187), Joseph Hall (850-272-6507), or Sky Scott (850-272-1983) with any questions.
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Covenant Care is hosting an educational discussion on the Presentation, Progression, and Planning for someone with Dementia and/or Alzheimer’s Disease. The event is free to anyone in the community; they ask that you reserve your seat so they can properly prepare. The event will start with a Meet and Greet at 5:30pm and be followed by a Buffet Style Dinner starting at 5:45pm.
The Presentaiton will begin promptly at 6pm. It will be led by Dr. Steven Spence, a member of the Internal Medicine Associates of Jackson Hospital and Medical Director of Covenant Care. The event will be held at the Rivertown Community Church in Marianna. For more information or to reserve your seat, please contact either:
Jennifer Griffin; (850) 209-8008; jennifer.griffin@choosecovenant.org
Chelsea Dickinson; (850) 209-7799; chelsea.dickson@choosecovenant.org
on Come out to Destination Panama City on September 30th for a day of traditional German merriment! Held at Historic Downtown Panama City, this year is the 35th Annual Oktoberfest. From 3-10 PM on the last Saturday of the month, immerse yourself in the festivities. Oktoberfest has been a cherished festivity for countless generations. Indulge in German cuisine, beer tastings, live music, stein hoisting contests, and more! There will be a costume contest and family-friendly activities for the kids.
Click here to visit the Facebook page to learn more.