SoWal visitors and locals love the Red Bar, and the Red Bar Jazz Band is a fixture thanks to restaurant owners Oli and Philippe Petit. But many don't know that right in front of them sits a legend with sticks in his hands, providing the beat for all the fun in Grayton Beach.

John "Jabo" Starks (born October 26, 1938) is an American funk and blues drummer. He is best known for playing with James Brown. Starks played on many of Brown's biggest hits, either as the sole drummer or in tandem with Clyde Stubblefield, including "The Payback", "Sex Machine", "Super Bad", and "Talking Loud and Saying Nothing".

He has also backed many of the artists produced or managed by Brown, most notably Lyn Collins, The JBs, and Bobby Byrd. Along with his colleague Stubblefield, Starks ranks as one of the most sampled drummers on contemporary hip hop and R&B recordings.

In his long career, Starks has played with a number of major figures of the blues, including Bobby Blue Bland and B.B. King. Starks appeared on some of Bland's most successful records, among them "I Pity the Fool" (1961), "Turn On Your Lovelight" and "Stormy Monday Blues". He has continued to work with Stubblefield, with whom he recorded an instructional video and a recent CD as The Funkmasters.

Red Bar Jazz Band plays almost nightly. The party gets cranked up a notch after the dinner crowd thins creating a more funky atmosphere. Dont be surprised to spot celebrities here late at night. But please, everybody just wants to chill at The Red Bar.

Catch local legends Dread Clampitt on Sundays from noon til 3pm (brunch time) and again at 7pm during the season. Monday night music with Dread Clampitt also happening in the summer as well as more bands as announced. Follow The Red Bar on Facebook to see what Oli's talking about today. And see the website at theredbar.com with many photos of the funky spot we all love.

SoWal visitors and locals love the Red Bar, and the Red Bar Jazz Band is a fixture thanks to restaurant owners Oli and Philippe Petit. But many don't know that right in front of them sits a legend with sticks in his hands, providing the beat for all the fun in Grayton Beach.

John "Jabo" Starks (born October 26, 1938) is an American funk and blues drummer. He is best known for playing with James Brown. Starks played on many of Brown's biggest hits, either as the sole drummer or in tandem with Clyde Stubblefield, including "The Payback", "Sex Machine", "Super Bad", and "Talking Loud and Saying Nothing".

He has also backed many of the artists produced or managed by Brown, most notably Lyn Collins, The JBs, and Bobby Byrd. Along with his colleague Stubblefield, Starks ranks as one of the most sampled drummers on contemporary hip hop and R&B recordings.

In his long career, Starks has played with a number of major figures of the blues, including Bobby Blue Bland and B.B. King. Starks appeared on some of Bland's most successful records, among them "I Pity the Fool" (1961), "Turn On Your Lovelight" and "Stormy Monday Blues". He has continued to work with Stubblefield, with whom he recorded an instructional video and a recent CD as The Funkmasters.

Red Bar Jazz Band plays almost nightly. The party gets cranked up a notch after the dinner crowd thins creating a more funky atmosphere. Dont be surprised to spot celebrities here late at night. But please, everybody just wants to chill at The Red Bar.

Catch local legends Dread Clampitt on Sundays from noon til 3pm (brunch time) and again at 7pm during the season. Monday night music with Dread Clampitt also happening in the summer as well as more bands as announced. Follow The Red Bar on Facebook to see what Oli's talking about today. And see the website at theredbar.com with many photos of the funky spot we all love.

SoWal visitors and locals love the Red Bar, and the Red Bar Jazz Band is a fixture thanks to restaurant owners Oli and Philippe Petit. But many don't know that right in front of them sits a legend with sticks in his hands, providing the beat for all the fun in Grayton Beach.

John "Jabo" Starks (born October 26, 1938) is an American funk and blues drummer. He is best known for playing with James Brown. Starks played on many of Brown's biggest hits, either as the sole drummer or in tandem with Clyde Stubblefield, including "The Payback", "Sex Machine", "Super Bad", and "Talking Loud and Saying Nothing".

He has also backed many of the artists produced or managed by Brown, most notably Lyn Collins, The JBs, and Bobby Byrd. Along with his colleague Stubblefield, Starks ranks as one of the most sampled drummers on contemporary hip hop and R&B recordings.

In his long career, Starks has played with a number of major figures of the blues, including Bobby Blue Bland and B.B. King. Starks appeared on some of Bland's most successful records, among them "I Pity the Fool" (1961), "Turn On Your Lovelight" and "Stormy Monday Blues". He has continued to work with Stubblefield, with whom he recorded an instructional video and a recent CD as The Funkmasters.

Red Bar Jazz Band plays almost nightly. The party gets cranked up a notch after the dinner crowd thins creating a more funky atmosphere. Dont be surprised to spot celebrities here late at night. But please, everybody just wants to chill at The Red Bar.

Catch local legends Dread Clampitt on Sundays from noon til 3pm (brunch time) and again at 7pm during the season. Monday night music with Dread Clampitt also happening in the summer as well as more bands as announced. Follow The Red Bar on Facebook to see what Oli's talking about today. And see the website at theredbar.com with many photos of the funky spot we all love.

SoWal visitors and locals love the Red Bar, and the Red Bar Jazz Band is a fixture thanks to restaurant owners Oli and Philippe Petit. But many don't know that right in front of them sits a legend with sticks in his hands, providing the beat for all the fun in Grayton Beach.

John "Jabo" Starks (born October 26, 1938) is an American funk and blues drummer. He is best known for playing with James Brown. Starks played on many of Brown's biggest hits, either as the sole drummer or in tandem with Clyde Stubblefield, including "The Payback", "Sex Machine", "Super Bad", and "Talking Loud and Saying Nothing".

He has also backed many of the artists produced or managed by Brown, most notably Lyn Collins, The JBs, and Bobby Byrd. Along with his colleague Stubblefield, Starks ranks as one of the most sampled drummers on contemporary hip hop and R&B recordings.

In his long career, Starks has played with a number of major figures of the blues, including Bobby Blue Bland and B.B. King. Starks appeared on some of Bland's most successful records, among them "I Pity the Fool" (1961), "Turn On Your Lovelight" and "Stormy Monday Blues". He has continued to work with Stubblefield, with whom he recorded an instructional video and a recent CD as The Funkmasters.

Red Bar Jazz Band plays almost nightly. The party gets cranked up a notch after the dinner crowd thins creating a more funky atmosphere. Dont be surprised to spot celebrities here late at night. But please, everybody just wants to chill at The Red Bar.

Catch local legends Dread Clampitt on Sundays from noon til 3pm (brunch time) and again at 7pm during the season. Monday night music with Dread Clampitt also happening in the summer as well as more bands as announced. Follow The Red Bar on Facebook to see what Oli's talking about today. And see the website at theredbar.com with many photos of the funky spot we all love.

MountainFilm on Tour returns to WaterColor Resort Nov. 4-5, 2016. Celebrate the 16th Annual Film Festival at the beautiful WaterColor Resort in South Walton, Florida with two days of extraordinary films created to inspire courage, thought and empathy. WaterColor Resort hosts the film festival each fall under the trees in Marina Park. The festival features an eclectic mix of captivating films in an outdoor setting that enhances the bold imagery of these remarkable stories. Tickets are available online or at the door. 

Adventure, life lessons and environmental messages brand this tour as an International quest to encourage change and education through striking imagery and stories of perseverance. WaterColor Resort offers an outdoor setting for these moving films with a starry backdrop to enhance the unfolding clips of thought provoking films.

Festival gates open at 6:00 p.m. Films begin at 7:00 p.m. Selections of festival fare, wine and beer will be available for purchase. Please bring a blanket or chairs for seating. MountainFilm on Tour at WaterColor is a rain or shine event. Ticket purchases are non-refundable. Visit mountainfilmfl.com for more information. 

Movie Lineup 
Friday, Nov. 4, 2016

Ace and the Desert Dog
Edges
Mile 19
Walt
The Wrestling Cholita
Angel Annihilates Alaska
INTERMISSION, 15 min
Mot Nord
Adventure Dispatch
The Great Siberian Traverse
When We Were Knights

Movie Lineup 
Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016

Engler
Kroger's Canteen
Darklight
The Mysteries
Operation Moffat
Grey
INTERMISSION, 15 min
To Scale: The Solar System
The Accord
The Super Salmon
One of Those Days 3

Kidz Kino
November 4 & 5, 2016

FINconceivable
Pickle
In Search of Zotz
Across the Sky
Edges
The Wrestling Cholita
Sweet Cocoon
Papa
Angel Annihilates Alaska
Umbrella Girl
Sky High
To Scale: The Solar System
Throw (Education Version)
One of Those Days 3

KIDZ KINO (AGES 6 AND UP)
TWO SHOWINGS, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Kidz Kino is part of the MountainFilm Festival available for children ages 6-12. Admission is through the purchase of MountainFilm tickets for adult and child. Kid-friendly films will be featured at the LakeHouse and parents will be required to sign their child(ren) in and out. For more information call 850.534.5975.

MENU
Angus Beef & Venison Chili with Chipotle & 
Sun Dried Cherries $10
Pepperoni Pizza Bread with Tomato Basil Sauce,
Mozzarella & Parmesan Cheese $10
Chicken Fried Chicken Waffle Cone with Smoked Cheddar,
Bacon Ranch Mash & Honey Mustard Gravy $12
Tater Tot Cheese Fries with Peppered Bacon
Candy & Jalapenos $9
Sriracha Shrimp with Alfredo Mac & Cheese $12
Tres Leches Cake with Chocolate & Strawberries $9
Fresh Popcorn $4
Hot Chocolate and Coffee $5

Menu items subject to change.

COFFEE TALK
Join Matt Blank, star of When We Were Knights, to discuss the film with Q+A to follow. Coffee Talk is open to the public, Saturday, November 5 at 9:30–10:30 AM located in the WaterColor Inn Library.

COASTAL ECO TOUR
Join Eco Tour Guide Karl Renelt, a certified Master Naturalist, for a paddle on Western Lake on Saturday, November 5 at 11 AM. Guests can bring a board or rent a board, kayak or canoe at the WaterColor BoatHouse.

Please note:
* No outside food, beverage or coolers allowed in the MountainFilm Festival Gates.
* No pets allowed to this event.

Accommodations for MountainFilm on Tour at WaterColor are available at the WaterColor Inn. Visit www.mountainfilmFL.com for more information and tickets.

MountainFilm on Tour at WaterColor is a favorite local event in South Walton, Florida. Watch for details, films and tickets at SoWal.com. See SoWal Photo Gallery 2014. 

Some of the main community events coming to WaterColor in 2016 open include:
Thursday night movies at Marina Park (sunset time) Mar. - Aug.
Art in the Park Mar. 19
Easter Celebration in Marina Park Mar. 27
Memorial Day Concert at Marina Park May 29
Concert at Marina Park Jun. 6
4th of July Bike Parade & Carnival Jul. 3
Easy on 30A Concert at Marina Park Jul. 3 
Concert at Marina Park Aug. 1 
Fall Festival in Marina Park Oct. 30 
16th annual MountainFilm on Tour Nov. 4 & 5
Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run Nov. 24
Old Florida Holiday Nov. 26 

More information can be found at watercolorresort.com/events.

Check SoWal.com home page for featured event stories. See SoWal.com Events Calendar for details and special events added throughout the year.

Read more and see photos at WaterColor Inn and Resort in the SoWal Vacation Rental Guide.

MountainFilm on Tour returns to WaterColor Resort Nov. 4-5, 2016. Celebrate the 16th Annual Film Festival at the beautiful WaterColor Resort in South Walton, Florida with two days of extraordinary films created to inspire courage, thought and empathy. WaterColor Resort hosts the film festival each fall under the trees in Marina Park. The festival features an eclectic mix of captivating films in an outdoor setting that enhances the bold imagery of these remarkable stories. Tickets are available online or at the door. 

Adventure, life lessons and environmental messages brand this tour as an International quest to encourage change and education through striking imagery and stories of perseverance. WaterColor Resort offers an outdoor setting for these moving films with a starry backdrop to enhance the unfolding clips of thought provoking films.

Festival gates open at 6:00 p.m. Films begin at 7:00 p.m. Selections of festival fare, wine and beer will be available for purchase. Please bring a blanket or chairs for seating. MountainFilm on Tour at WaterColor is a rain or shine event. Ticket purchases are non-refundable. Visit mountainfilmfl.com for more information. 

Movie Lineup 
Friday, Nov. 4, 2016

Ace and the Desert Dog
Edges
Mile 19
Walt
The Wrestling Cholita
Angel Annihilates Alaska
INTERMISSION, 15 min
Mot Nord
Adventure Dispatch
The Great Siberian Traverse
When We Were Knights

Movie Lineup 
Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016

Engler
Kroger's Canteen
Darklight
The Mysteries
Operation Moffat
Grey
INTERMISSION, 15 min
To Scale: The Solar System
The Accord
The Super Salmon
One of Those Days 3

Kidz Kino
November 4 & 5, 2016

FINconceivable
Pickle
In Search of Zotz
Across the Sky
Edges
The Wrestling Cholita
Sweet Cocoon
Papa
Angel Annihilates Alaska
Umbrella Girl
Sky High
To Scale: The Solar System
Throw (Education Version)
One of Those Days 3

KIDZ KINO (AGES 6 AND UP)
TWO SHOWINGS, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Kidz Kino is part of the MountainFilm Festival available for children ages 6-12. Admission is through the purchase of MountainFilm tickets for adult and child. Kid-friendly films will be featured at the LakeHouse and parents will be required to sign their child(ren) in and out. For more information call 850.534.5975.

MENU
Angus Beef & Venison Chili with Chipotle & 
Sun Dried Cherries $10
Pepperoni Pizza Bread with Tomato Basil Sauce,
Mozzarella & Parmesan Cheese $10
Chicken Fried Chicken Waffle Cone with Smoked Cheddar,
Bacon Ranch Mash & Honey Mustard Gravy $12
Tater Tot Cheese Fries with Peppered Bacon
Candy & Jalapenos $9
Sriracha Shrimp with Alfredo Mac & Cheese $12
Tres Leches Cake with Chocolate & Strawberries $9
Fresh Popcorn $4
Hot Chocolate and Coffee $5

Menu items subject to change.

COFFEE TALK
Join Matt Blank, star of When We Were Knights, to discuss the film with Q+A to follow. Coffee Talk is open to the public, Saturday, November 5 at 9:30–10:30 AM located in the WaterColor Inn Library.

COASTAL ECO TOUR
Join Eco Tour Guide Karl Renelt, a certified Master Naturalist, for a paddle on Western Lake on Saturday, November 5 at 11 AM. Guests can bring a board or rent a board, kayak or canoe at the WaterColor BoatHouse.

Please note:
* No outside food, beverage or coolers allowed in the MountainFilm Festival Gates.
* No pets allowed to this event.

Accommodations for MountainFilm on Tour at WaterColor are available at the WaterColor Inn. Visit www.mountainfilmFL.com for more information and tickets.

MountainFilm on Tour at WaterColor is a favorite local event in South Walton, Florida. Watch for details, films and tickets at SoWal.com. See SoWal Photo Gallery 2014. 

Some of the main community events coming to WaterColor in 2016 open include:
Thursday night movies at Marina Park (sunset time) Mar. - Aug.
Art in the Park Mar. 19
Easter Celebration in Marina Park Mar. 27
Memorial Day Concert at Marina Park May 29
Concert at Marina Park Jun. 6
4th of July Bike Parade & Carnival Jul. 3
Easy on 30A Concert at Marina Park Jul. 3 
Concert at Marina Park Aug. 1 
Fall Festival in Marina Park Oct. 30 
16th annual MountainFilm on Tour Nov. 4 & 5
Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run Nov. 24
Old Florida Holiday Nov. 26 

More information can be found at watercolorresort.com/events.

Check SoWal.com home page for featured event stories. See SoWal.com Events Calendar for details and special events added throughout the year.

Read more and see photos at WaterColor Inn and Resort in the SoWal Vacation Rental Guide.

The annual Flutterby Festival returns to Rosemary Beach Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 12 & 13, from 10am-4pm. Flutterby Festival celebrates the arts and the migration of the Monarch Butterfly along Scenic Highway 30A. Flutterby is a childrens arts festival... it's a place for kids to flitter! This is a beautiful fall tradition in South Walton.  

As part of the annual tradition, children create their own butterfly wing masterpieces to wear in the butterfly costume parade each afternoon. Kids will also enjoy using their creativity to build other butterfly crafts. Celebrating art and nature, hundreds of butterfly paintings created by Walton County students will be on display throughout the festival.

The Flutterby Festival is a fun event for kids of all ages. The event schedule to be announced soon. Watch SoWal.com home page for all the scoop for this year's festival in Rosemary Beach. Admission to the Flutterby Festival is free, although some activities may require a small fee. 

Flutterby Festival is held each November in Rosemary Beach, Florida. Presented by CAA and Rosemary Beach Merchants.

Flutterby Festival 2016 Artist & Exhibit Application.

See Flutterby Festival 2014 photos!

Supporting the arts in Walton County’s schools is at the core of Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County's mission. This children's arts event showcases the talent of our local students at the Flutterby Festival, celebrates their artistic expression and creativity, and helps raise funds that will go back into their classrooms through educational grants.

The annual Flutterby Festival returns to Rosemary Beach Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 12 & 13, from 10am-4pm. Flutterby Festival celebrates the arts and the migration of the Monarch Butterfly along Scenic Highway 30A. Flutterby is a childrens arts festival... it's a place for kids to flitter! This is a beautiful fall tradition in South Walton.  

As part of the annual tradition, children create their own butterfly wing masterpieces to wear in the butterfly costume parade each afternoon. Kids will also enjoy using their creativity to build other butterfly crafts. Celebrating art and nature, hundreds of butterfly paintings created by Walton County students will be on display throughout the festival.

The Flutterby Festival is a fun event for kids of all ages. The event schedule to be announced soon. Watch SoWal.com home page for all the scoop for this year's festival in Rosemary Beach. Admission to the Flutterby Festival is free, although some activities may require a small fee. 

Flutterby Festival is held each November in Rosemary Beach, Florida. Presented by CAA and Rosemary Beach Merchants.

Flutterby Festival 2016 Artist & Exhibit Application.

See Flutterby Festival 2014 photos!

Supporting the arts in Walton County’s schools is at the core of Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County's mission. This children's arts event showcases the talent of our local students at the Flutterby Festival, celebrates their artistic expression and creativity, and helps raise funds that will go back into their classrooms through educational grants.

McCaskill & Company is hosting an Erica Courtney Drop Dead Gorgeous Trunk Show featuring a special appearance by Erica Courtney Nov 4-5 from 10am-5:30pm.  Don't miss the opportunity to meet top designer Erica Courtney and see some of the most rare and incredibly beautiful gemstones in the world.  

Meet the designer and view her renowned Drop Dead Gorgeous collection, seen regularly on red carpets and Hollywood’s elite. Erica’s style is glamorous, romantic, and girly. She tirelessly travels the world to source the most precious, coveted, and unique gemstones. 

Over the last three decades, Erica Courtney has built one of the most recognized and successful luxury jewelry businesses in the country today. Jewelry that Erica describes as “pretty, girly, beautiful, wearable and a little bit edgy” has been featured in countless motion pictures, television series, red carpet events and leading fashion magazines.

Come out to McCaskill & Company for a Drop Dead Gorgeous weekend Nov. 4-5 (Fri & Sat), 2016!

For three decades, Erica Courtney has defined style and luxury with an iconic collection of chic statement pieces that pushes the boundaries of artisan jewelry. Her signature Drop Dead Gorgeous® collection, adorned with vivid colored jewels, whimsical designs and intricate details seduces one with the perfect blend of feminine charm and attraction.

Though jewelry design was not her first career, it is her true calling. Thirty years ago, Erica was a young, single mother without a financial future. In 1984 she began designing on a whim, embellishing sunglasses and watches with Swarovski crystals. Over time, the Erica Courtney® collection evolved into fine jewelry, inspired by the undeniable glitz and glamour of Hollywood.

Today, her line is one of the most recognized and successful fine-jewelry brands in the industry. Her pieces have been featured in publications including W, People Magazine, The Knot, US Weekly, Indesign, Life & Style, Bride, Glamour, and Cosmopolitan.

Bill and Elizabeth Campbell, owners of McCaskill & Company, look forward to her annual visit to the Destin gallery. “As a person, Erica is fun, dynamic and passionate,” says Elizabeth. “As a designer her pieces are nothing short of show stopping. We’re proud to share her collection and even more excited to invite guests into the store to meet Erica personally. It will be a treat for us all.”

Recognized as one of the finest jewelry and watch retailers in the country, McCaskill & Company provides unique collections of fine jewelry and luxury watches with individualized client service. The gallery is located at 13390 Highway 98 West in Miramar Beach. Follow McCaskill and Company Fine Jewelry on Facebook for updates on featured jewelry and special store events. Read more about all the fine jewelry collections found under one roof and sign up for the newsletter at www.mccaskillandcompany.com. Read more, see photos and stories in the SoWal Shopping Guide | McCaskill & Company.

McCaskill & Company is hosting an Erica Courtney Drop Dead Gorgeous Trunk Show featuring a special appearance by Erica Courtney Nov 4-5 from 10am-5:30pm.  Don't miss the opportunity to meet top designer Erica Courtney and see some of the most rare and incredibly beautiful gemstones in the world.  

Meet the designer and view her renowned Drop Dead Gorgeous collection, seen regularly on red carpets and Hollywood’s elite. Erica’s style is glamorous, romantic, and girly. She tirelessly travels the world to source the most precious, coveted, and unique gemstones. 

Over the last three decades, Erica Courtney has built one of the most recognized and successful luxury jewelry businesses in the country today. Jewelry that Erica describes as “pretty, girly, beautiful, wearable and a little bit edgy” has been featured in countless motion pictures, television series, red carpet events and leading fashion magazines.

Come out to McCaskill & Company for a Drop Dead Gorgeous weekend Nov. 4-5 (Fri & Sat), 2016!

For three decades, Erica Courtney has defined style and luxury with an iconic collection of chic statement pieces that pushes the boundaries of artisan jewelry. Her signature Drop Dead Gorgeous® collection, adorned with vivid colored jewels, whimsical designs and intricate details seduces one with the perfect blend of feminine charm and attraction.

Though jewelry design was not her first career, it is her true calling. Thirty years ago, Erica was a young, single mother without a financial future. In 1984 she began designing on a whim, embellishing sunglasses and watches with Swarovski crystals. Over time, the Erica Courtney® collection evolved into fine jewelry, inspired by the undeniable glitz and glamour of Hollywood.

Today, her line is one of the most recognized and successful fine-jewelry brands in the industry. Her pieces have been featured in publications including W, People Magazine, The Knot, US Weekly, Indesign, Life & Style, Bride, Glamour, and Cosmopolitan.

Bill and Elizabeth Campbell, owners of McCaskill & Company, look forward to her annual visit to the Destin gallery. “As a person, Erica is fun, dynamic and passionate,” says Elizabeth. “As a designer her pieces are nothing short of show stopping. We’re proud to share her collection and even more excited to invite guests into the store to meet Erica personally. It will be a treat for us all.”

Recognized as one of the finest jewelry and watch retailers in the country, McCaskill & Company provides unique collections of fine jewelry and luxury watches with individualized client service. The gallery is located at 13390 Highway 98 West in Miramar Beach. Follow McCaskill and Company Fine Jewelry on Facebook for updates on featured jewelry and special store events. Read more about all the fine jewelry collections found under one roof and sign up for the newsletter at www.mccaskillandcompany.com. Read more, see photos and stories in the SoWal Shopping Guide | McCaskill & Company.