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Disagreeing Well: Structure a Debate That Builds, Not Breaks |
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| Preparation, awareness of logical fallacies, and respectful discourse are essential foundations of a debate that builds instead of breaks. Without these elements, disagreements rarely lead to productive outcomes. |
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Frame Gallery Gifts & Art |
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| Sea Change is a 12” x 12” acrylic painting by Connie Keetle. |
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| Frame Gallery Gifts & Art is pleased to present a solo exhibition of recent works by Sewanee artist Connie Keetle, whose art is deeply inspired by her lifelong love of the natural world. The show, Shifting Views, opens with a reception on Friday, October 17, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., and will remain on view through November 8, 2025. An artist workshop is also planned to coincide with the exhibit. Stay tuned for updates by subscribing to the Gallery Notes newsletter or following Frame Gallery on social. |
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JC’s GourmetWins Best of the Emerald Coast 2025 |
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| JC’s Gourmet is proud to share that it has once again been voted Best of the Emerald Coast 2025 thanks to its loyal supporters in the Panhandle! Best Shrimp Dish: Chillin’ Ceviche is a crisp, fresh shrimp ceviche zested with lime and mixed with cucumbers, sweet peppers, red onions, rice wine vinegar, and various spices.
Best Tuna Dip: Somethin’ Snappy is a hickory-smoked snapper, chopped and folded into JC’s in-house cream cheese, mayo, and albacore blend as a base, along with its homemade Cajun seasoning that leaves a warm, savory sensation with each bite.
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JC’s Gourmet is grateful to have won these people’s choice awards over the years—it’s what keeps the company inspired to bring fresh, gourmet flavors to local tables and beach picnics on the Emerald Coast. Find these award-winning specials (and more!) at the Seaside Farmers Market every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or visit one of many partner locations near you. Here’s to another year of good food, great friends, and plenty of Snappy smiles! |
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JC’s Gourmet Launches a New Product |
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| JC’s Gourmet is thrilled to introduce its new, bold, deli-style mustard! Made with yellow mustard seeds soaked in rich Guinness Stout, the new mustard recipe has a distinctive, darker appearance. Apple cider vinegar adds a tangy zing, while JCG’s special Jalapeño Syrup and Seed Seasoning bring the heat. Blended with various spices, this mustard delivers a complex, deeper flavor profile that's sure to elevate any dish. |
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Artist Renee Broxson has produced several original portraits this past month, including these two wonderful 11” x 14” acrylic mixed-media portraits in her new My Back is Against the Wall series. |
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| My Back is Against the Wall |
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Hope Walker Morgan Fine Art |
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| This month, we’re also spotlighting the exquisite new works by Hope Walker Morgan, whose sculptural floral paintings bring timeless beauty to any space. Her latest series, Small Petals, transforms 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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| This September, Dog-Harmony received a generous $5,000 grant from the NextEra Energy Foundation and Florida Power & Light to increase the number of its certified therapy dog teams across Northwest Florida. Comprised of a devoted handler and their therapy dog, the volunteer therapy dog teams offer structured literacy support through the READing Paws program, attend humane education classes in libraries for children and families, conduct hospital visits for patients and staff, and provide wellness visits for at-risk youth. |
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THE ELEVATED EXPERIENCEA curated collection of upcoming events with our talented clients, partners, and friends |
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3rd Annual Tapas & Tunes at Topsail |
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| October 3, 2025 6:00 - 9:00 pm |
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| 📍Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Santa Rosa Beach, FL |
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| Leading up to the 3rd Annual Tapas & Tunes at Topsail Preserve State Park on Friday, October 3, patrons can bid for silent auction items online. Local artist Renee Broxson has generously donated a hand-embellished canvas print of Three Days at the Beach (18” x 36”) to the event’s silent auction. With added texture and detail, this coastal-inspired piece is one-of-a-kind—bringing the beauty of the shoreline into any space—all while supporting Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. |
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Best of the Emerald Coast: Winner’s Soiree |
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| October 9, 2025 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. |
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| 📍Grand Boulevard Sandestin, FL |
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| Join the celebration of local businesses recognized at the Best of the Emerald Coast Winners’ Soirée on Thursday, October 9, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin. JC’s Gourmet is proud to share that it has once again been voted Best of the Emerald Coast 2025 thanks to its loyal supporters in the Panhandle! |
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| October 14, 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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Join the Emerald Coast Public Relations Organization on Tuesday, October 14, at 11:30 a.m. for Working Smarter, Not Harder: AI for PR Pros at the Greater Ft. Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce. Discover how AI is reshaping PR with time-saving tools, creative content strategies, and practical tips to elevate your communications.
Tickets must be purchased by October 9 to ensure a catered meal is available. Walk-ins are welcome on the day of the event, but food is not guaranteed. |
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European Cityscape: A Two-Part Painting Class |
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| October 18 & November 15 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. |
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| 📍Frame Gallery Sewanee, TN |
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| Frame Gallery Gifts & Art is hosting a new, two-part painting class series, taking place on Saturday, October 18, and November 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with celebrated artist Carole Forêt. Participants will learn perspective by painting a European cityscape. In the first class, artists will create a duotone underpainting, and in the second, they’ll layer on rich color to bring it to life. The two-session painting class is limited to eight participants, and the cost, which includes all the required supplies, is $125 per person. |
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She Persists: Journey’s of Self-Discovery & Unwavering Spirit |
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| October 24, 2025 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. |
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| 📍Emerald Coast Theatre Company Miramar Beach, FL |
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| Renee Broxson is honored to be one of the featured artists in She Persists: Journeys of Self-Discovery and Unwavering Spirit, a Foster Gallery Outreach Special Exhibit presented by the Cultural Arts Alliance. A special Opening Reception will be held on October 24, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. in the lobby of Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC). The art exhibit, which complements ECTC’s Season 13 production, is on view and available for sale through January 30. Click below to learn more and shop Renee’s featured art online. |
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10th Annual Barktoberfest |
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| October 30, 2025 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. |
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| 📍Grand Boulevard Sandestin, FL |
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Get ready for a howling good time—Barktoberfest is back for its 10th year! Join Dog-Harmony for the Emerald Coast’s most beloved doggie Halloween costume contest and canine-only trick-or-treat celebration at Grand Park in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 4:30–6:30 PM! |
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Share your upcoming event with Elevate Next’s Elevated Experience calendar—a curated collection of standout workshops, pop-ups, fundraisers, and creative happenings from our clients, partners, and community. |
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