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| | Merriam-Webster Dictionary recently highlighted the word ‘enshittification,’ coined by writer Cory Doctorow. The slang word, of course, caught my attention. Organizational psychologist Adam Grant argues, “a little profanity shows that you’re being real and you do give a damn.”
My conclusion? Anyone bold enough to name a problem ‘enshittification’ is serious about it.
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| | On October 17, 2025, Frame Gallery held an opening reception for Shifting Views, an art exhibit featuring the most recent works of its very own Frame Gal Connie Keetle in Sewanee, TN. On display through November 8, the exhibit showcases Keetle’s landscape series and still-life acrylic and mixed media paintings. The exhibit invites viewers to experience the artist’s continued investigation of form, color, and layered meaning. |
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The generous silent auction donors included: Gallions, The Perfect Pig, Destin Brewery, Wine World, HotWorx, Buon Appetito 30a, Chiringo, Salty Paws Pet Boutique & Barkery, Kilwin’s, Register Family Farm, Shunk Gulley, Jersey Mike’s, Taco 30a, For the Health of It, Palm Folly Hard Seltzer, Williams Sonoma, Residence Inn Marriott, and Optikk 30a.
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| | | | Renee Broxson stood next to two of her three works, “Powerful in Pink” and "Princess & Bird," featured in Foster Gallery’s She Persists: Journeys of Self-Discovery and Unwavering Spirit exhibit presented by Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County at Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) on October 24, 2025.
This themed exhibition celebrates women’s resilience, identity, and hope, and will be on view and for sale in the ECTC lobby through January 30, 2026.
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| | Hope Walker Morgan’s latest works include her new flower bouquet series. Hope’s sculptural floral paintings bring timeless beauty to any space. Her fine art designs transform thick acrylics on canvas into delicate, colorful blossoms that never fade. Explore the full collection and discover how you can give flowers that last forever by clicking below. |
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| | | | | Baird Dental Business Concepts |
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| | Strong leadership and efficient systems aren’t optional—they’re the foundation of a thriving dental practice. In Sandy Baird, MBA’s latest newsletter, she shares:
Essential leadership skills for today’s dental leaders How to uncover hidden inefficiencies in the dental practice (a podcast feature) Mix-and-match seminar options for study clubs, conferences, and team development
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| | | | Dog-Harmony’s 2026 calendars have arrived, and our office manager and therapy dog, Chloe, is the cover girl thanks to her generous supporters! Donors to Chloe’s campaign will receive their copies in time for the holidays. The Dog-Harmony calendar features stunning portraits by talented pet photograper Kay of Wooftografie. Chloe (Miss April) and her fellow calendar cohorts will be sure to put a smile on your face throughout 2026.
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| | THE ELEVATED EXPERIENCEA curated collection of upcoming events with our talented clients, partners, and friends |
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| November 3, 2025 1:00 - 3:00 pm |
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| 📍Arts & Design Society Ft. Walton Beach, FL |
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| Discover the creative potential of everyday materials in Painting on Cardboard at the Arts & Design Society (ADSO). Led by artist Renee Broxson, this hands-on workshop explores how texture, layering, and mixed media can transform simple cardboard into expressive works of art. Participants will learn techniques for preparing the surface for durability and depth, then use acrylic paint, pencils, and collage elements to create their own richly layered masterpiece.
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| | 33rd Annual Seaside Seeing Red Wine Festival: Grand Tasting |
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| November 8, 2025 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
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| 📍Seaside Central Square Seaside, FL |
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| | Visit JC’s Gourmet at the 33rd Annual Seeing Red Wine Festival Grand Tasting in Seaside, Florida, where fine wine meets coastal cuisine. On November 8, 2025, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., savor award-winning small-batch creations alongside wines from world-class vintners and local chefs, and enjoy live music, Gulf Coast charm, and a vibrant community atmosphere during one of the region’s most celebrated wine events.
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| | Frame Gallery’s 8th Annual Holiday Shop & Tennessee Craft-South’s 30th Anniversary Reception |
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| November 14, 2025 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. |
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| 📍Frame Gallery Gifts & Art Sewanee, TN |
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Celebrate the holiday season and a milestone in Tennessee Craft-South's Chapter at Frame Gallery Gifts & Art on Friday, November 14, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. for the opening of the gallery’s 8th Annual Holiday Shop and the 30th Anniversary Celebration of Tennessee Craft–South. Enjoy a festive evening previewing artwork from this year’s Holiday Studio Tour artists, shop unique handcrafted gifts, and help honor the generous sponsors supporting the artisanal festivities.
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| | Social Media, Free Speech, & the Workplace |
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| November 18, 2025 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
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| 📍Greater Ft. Walton Beach Chamber Ft. Walton Beach, FL |
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| Can you get fired for talking about politics at work—or for what you post on social media after hours? The answer isn’t always clear. To learn why, join Emerald Coast Public Relations Organization for its Lunch and Learn, Social Media, Free Speech and the Workplace, on November 18 at 11:30 a.m.
Dr. Randy Bobbitt, retired professor and author of “Free Speech in the American Workplace: From the Dawn of Workers’ Rights to the Age of Social Media,” will unpack what the law says (and doesn’t say) about workplace expression. He’ll explore how social media, politics, and personal opinion intersect—and what that means for today’s professional communicators. |
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| November 22 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
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| 📍Salty Paws Pet Boutique Destin Commons, FL |
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Grab your pup and head to Salty Paws Pet Boutique & Barkery in Destin Commons for Family Pawtraits with Santa on Saturday, November 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Available on a walk-in basis for a $15 donation to Dog-Harmony, holiday pet portraits are provided by Sydney Bassett of Mills Photo Design.
Shop holiday gifts and homemade treats while supporting community therapy dog and humane education programs. |
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