Celebrate the holiday season and a milestone in Tennessee Craft-South's Chapter! Join the festivities 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.

In the Painting on Cardboard class at ADSO, participants will explore painting on cardboard, starting with a demonstration of how to prepare the surface for durability and texture. Using acrylic paint, pencils, and collage elements, students will create layered, expressive works on this unexpected material.

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 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!

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.

Reconnect with yourself in Dahab, Egypt, during this immersive retreat blending yoga, breathwork, creative journaling, Ayurveda, and freediving. Choose a 5- or 7-day experience led by Thomas Chipault and leave with greater clarity, balance, and self-connection.

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.

Join 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!

• Best Shrimp Dish: a fan-favorite Chillin’ Ceviche

• Best Tuna Dip: the award-winning Somethin’ Snappy

Tapas & Tunes just got more exciting! Local artist Renee Broxson has generously donated a hand-embellished canvas print of Three Days at the Beach (18” x 36”) to the evening’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.

Get ready for the fifth annual Oktoberfest celebration at 3rd Planet Brewery in Niceville! From noon to 9 p.m. on Saturday, September 20th, you can enjoy a day of delicious food, local brews, and authentic German music. The Knights of Columbus will be serving up grilled brats, hot dogs, and sides like sauerkraut and potato salad, while 3rd Planet offers over twenty beers on tap. Enjoy sweet treats for a donation and listen to traditional German tunes from 5 to 8 p.m. Most importantly, all proceeds from food sales will be donated to local charities. Join us for a day of fun that supports a great cause!

Paint alongside artist Carole Foret in this cozy, small-group workshop at Frame Gallery in Sewanee, TN. Create your own fall landscape while learning about color and texture.

Reconnect with yourself in Dahab, Egypt, during this immersive retreat blending yoga, breathwork, creative journaling, Ayurveda, and freediving. Choose a 5- or 7-day experience led by Thomas Chipault and leave with greater clarity, balance, and self-connection.

The Friends of the Mary Esther Library are cooking up something special this September! For $10 per person, join the group for a cozy soup lunch and irresistible baked goods—all in support of the library programs and services that keep our community thriving.

Mark your calendar, bring your appetite, and share a smile while enjoying delicious homemade soups and sweet treats. Every bowl and every bite helps strengthen our library for everyone to enjoy!

Don’t miss ECPRO’s monthly Lunch and Learn, Pitch Perfect: Mastering Media Outreach for PR Success, where you’ll gain valuable insights into the art of pitching stories that get noticed. This session is perfect for public relations professionals looking to strengthen their relationships with journalists and increase their media coverage.

Learn how to set realistic goals of any kind and create a step-by-step plan to achieve them in this free, hands-on 45-minute workshop from Housing Hub. Whether you’re facing challenges or aiming higher in everyday life, you’ll gain practical tools, strategies, and the motivation to follow through. Childcare provided.

Join Hunstville, Alabama artist Carole Foret for a relaxed, eight-person painting class on Saturday, August 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Frame Gallery. Participants will learn about the use of color and texture while completing a painting of a feisty, colorful rooster.

Join Frame Gallery for a pet-inspired art show and party featuring hands-on art activities, fun games, and more, on August 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds from dog- and cat-themed art sales benefit Marion Animal Resource Connection (MARC).

Join ECPRO for a Lunch and Learn with Kevin Almodovar, award-winning filmmaker and founder of Revive Video Productions. Learn how to harness the power of video to tell impactful, authentic stories that elevate your PR and communications strategy. Gain practical tips and creative inspiration to bring your brand’s message to life through visual storytelling.

Celebrate creativity and community at Artful Things Niceville during the For the Love of Art fundraiser on August 12 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Enjoy interactive art activities, live demos, and family-friendly fun while supporting the Arts & Design Society (ADSO).

Join Huntsville, Alabama artist Carole Forêt for a relaxed, eight-person still life painting class on Saturday, July 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Frame Gallery in downtown Sewanee, Tennessee.

Frame Gallery is hosting a special exhibition, “Painting Together: A Celebration of Martha Keeble’s Legacy,” honoring the retirement of Sewanee Art Works instructor Martha Keeble from July 11 to August 9, 2025.

The art exhibition will feature work by both current and former students, showcasing the creative legacy of Keeble’s more than four decades of art instruction.

A reception for the artists will take place on Friday, July 11, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Frame Gallery in downtown Sewanee.

Join the Emerald Coast Public Relations Organization (ECPRO) for “Press Pass to Public Information Officer,” a compelling Lunch and Learn session that explores the evolving world of communication through the eyes of those who have lived it from both sides.

Our guest speakers, Nick Tomecek and Devon Ravine, both former NWF Daily News journalists turned Public Information Officers, will share insights from their journeys, covering breaking news in the newsroom to now crafting strategic messaging for local government.

Ladies, join a tropical-themed evening of sipping, shopping, and socializing on Friday, June 27, starting at 5:00 p.m. in downtown Ft. Walton Beach!

Check in at Salt Hop Brewing, where you’ll pick up your wristband, and return by 7:45 PM to enter the raffle drawing.

In between, visit participating businesses in downtown FWB along the way to collect stamps and chances to win amazing prizes.

Purchase advance tickets for $10 (or $15 day of, if available) to enjoy light bites, refreshing tropical drinks, and good company all evening long!

Join celebrated Huntsville artist Carole Foret for a relaxed, hands-on painting class inspired by the beauty of mountainside wildflowers. In this small-group workshop, participants will explore expressive techniques in texture, color, and composition.

Experience Renee Broxson’s work in a luxury coastal home reimagined as a living gallery. Hosted by the Cultural Arts Alliance and Justin Gaffrey Studios, with live music, bites, and a benefit raffle. Don’t miss this celebration of local art and design!

Frame Gallery Gifts & Art is proud to present Mountain Artists Trio, a new exhibition featuring the works of local artists, Keith Killebrew, Cheryl Lankhaar, and Randa Wells.

An opening reception will be held on Friday, May 30, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Frame Gallery in downtown Sewanee. Guests are invited to view the artwork, meet the artist trio, and enjoy light refreshments.