Stars from the Broadway hits Jersey Boys, Motown: The Musical, and A Bronx Tale recreate the greatest music in American pop and rock history Ready for some “harmony” this holiday season? Sinfonia Gulf Coast presents Holiday Pops Featuring the Doo Wop Project on Friday, Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center in Destin. The Doo Wop Project begins at the beginning: tracing the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sound of five guys singing harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits on the radio today. In their epic shows The Doo Wop Project takes audiences on a journey featuring foundational tunes from the Crests, Belmonts, and Flamingos through the vocal artistry of Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, and The Four Seasons all the way to “DooWopified” versions of modern hits from Michael Jackson, Jason Mraz, Maroon 5 and Sam Smith. Featuring stars from the Broadway hits Jersey Boys, Motown: The Musical, and A Bronx Tale, The Doo Wop Project brings unparalleled authenticity of sound and vocal excellence to recreate — and in some cases entirely reimagine — the greatest music in American pop and rock history. The Doo Wop Project boys are sure to put everyone into the holiday spirit. Hear old school Holiday classics like The Drifters’ White Christmas, The Temptations’ Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons’ version of Santa Claus is Coming to Town along with “DooWopified” contemporary hits like This Christmas and Last Christmas. “Doo Wop... Read More

Date/Time Date(s) – 11/08/202211:00 am Location Santa Rosa Beach Categories Food Restaurant Come out to Shunk Gulley to celebrate Taco Tuesday every Tuesday as the lunch special is available until 4 pm while supplies last!       https://30a-tv.com/events/taco-tuesday-at-shunk-gulley-nov-8/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More

Alaqua Animal Refuge, the Southeast’s premier non-profit animal shelter and sanctuary, has named Paul Arthur as its new Executive Director. The organization did not have to look too far from home as Arthur has been embedded in the local community for years and has a breadth of valuable experience and perspective to lend. He takes the helm of the growing non-profit at a crucial time in its 15-year history as the organization gets set to open back up to the public in March 2023, after being closed due to continuous construction and supply chain delays on their new property. “I am beyond thrilled to share this news,” said Laurie Hood, Alaqua’s founder and president. “We are very blessed to have Paul join our team. In just a few short weeks, he has already proved to be an incredible asset, sharing his energy, creativity, and fantastic leadership style with us!” Alaqua Founder Laurie Hood stated that Alaqua had quietly been looking for someone to fill the executive director gap, and that the light bulb just went off one day. She indicated that Arthur had the same values and goals in his life that “just meshed well” with Alaqua and herself, and she asked him one day if he would be interested in joining the team in some capacity. Arthur comes to Alaqua after spending 12 years at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center in many roles, with the last 10 years as president and director. “I’ve known Laurie for 12 years and... Read More

The South Walton Fire District is asking for the community’s help in fighting hunger ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday by hosting the first SWFD Heroes Against Hunger Food Drive. Northwest Florida residents can bring nonperishable and/or canned food items to any of the five SWFD fire station locations through November 18, during the hours of 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Bins have been placed at each fire station for drop-off. All food items collected will be donated to local charities. “For this first annual Food Drive, we’re hopeful our community members will step up as they always do,” said SWFD Fire Chief Ryan Crawford. “Their generosity is unprecedented, not only in how they treat their local first responders, but also in how they give back to others in need. You do not have to be a South Walton resident to participate in this, just someone who wants to make a difference alongside us.” Anyone with questions about the Food Drive is encouraged to contact SWFD at 850-267-1298 or via email at info@swfd.org.   (0) Heroes Against Hunger Food Drive through November 18 30a Television | South Walton Fire District | November 7, 2022 12:56 pm   #30atv #30a Read More

The Market Shops hosted its Seventh Annual Bloody Mary Festival on Saturday, October 22. The signature event, powered by Step One Automotive Group, raised a record-breaking $50,000 for Habitat for Humanity – Walton County. The sold-out event showcased 15 of the finest restaurants and bars on the Emerald Coast, each serving unlimited tastes of their most creative and innovative bloody marys, made with Distillery 98’s local Dune Laker Vodka. Participating restaurants included Auston’s on 98, Camille’s at Crystal Beach, Chanticleer Eatery, Chiringo, Emeril’s Coastal, Ovide, Party Fowl, Signature Catering of 30A, SunQuest Cruises, Sunset Bay Cafe, The Beach House, The Henderson, The Ruby Slipper Café, The Red Bar and Louis Louis. The shopping center was transformed into a bustling festival ground to host and welcome over 1,000 attendees. Festive tomato-themed balloon décor, courtesy of Mingle, Community Bank, and the Good Grit Agency, greeted guests before they entered the lively courtyard and grand lawn, each full of restaurants, vendors, and merchants from The Market Shops. Event goers made their way around the tents sampling each Bloody Mary, complete with over-the-top accoutrements, and served in specialty cups sponsored by Compass Builders of Florida. Upon check-in, guests received a token to vote for the coveted People’s Choice Awards for the “Best Bloody Mary in South Walton.” At the end of the event, votes were counted by Hill Coleman, CPA and the following local restaurants were chosen as the winners: 1st Place People’s Choice Award – The Beach House House made mix, Worcestershire, salt,... Read More

No matter your age, Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s 2023 Spring Educational Theatre programs offer something for everyone. The popular Educational Theatre Program provides creative and engaging offerings designed especially for young thespians from pre-school to high school, as well as adult classes. The full schedule of class dates and times along with and registration rate information can be found at www.EmeraldCoastTheatre.org. “We are thrilled to be able to offer these performing arts programs to supplement the school programs. Theatre arts allow children to express themselves in a comfortable environment with other children, without judgement.” said ECTC co-founder and producing artistic director Nathanael Fisher.  There is a $30 non-refundable registration fee on all classes (except adult/teen monthly classes). Payment plans and scholarships are available. All programs are offered at Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s (ECTC) performance space located at 560 Grand Boulevard in Grand Boulevard Town Center in Miramar Beach unless noted otherwise. Some programs are held at Florida Chautauqua Theatre (FCT) located at 848 Baldwin Ave. in DeFuniak Springs. Tuition cost covers the whole semester for all classes, except for Adult and teen dances classes, which are on a monthly basis. Mini Players- K-1st: Peter Pan Minis Tuesday 3:30-4:20 January 10- April 4 Tuition: $225 Mini players learn all about theater and some fun Peter Pan songs and dances too! Students get to perform on the Peter Pan stage with costumes -all of their family and friends are invited! Ballet/Tap Minis Tuesday 4:30-5:20 January 10- April 4 Tuition: $205 This is a perfect... Read More

Date/Time Date(s) – 11/01/202211:00 am Location Santa Rosa Beach Categories Food Restaurant Come out to Shunk Gulley to celebrate Taco Tuesday every Tuesday as the lunch special is available until 4 pm while supplies last!   Skunk Gully Oyster Bar 1875 S Co Hwy 393, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459       https://30a-tv.com/events/taco-tuesday-at-shunk-gulley-nov-1/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More

Date/Time Date(s) – 11/01/20229:00 am Location Destin FL Categories General Event Maker Days is designed as a drop-off program during the school year, and as such it allows many of our home school students to interact with our educators and other students in a classroom setting. These classes are designed to engage, stimulate, encourage, and challenge young children with hands-on exploration using a typical class arrangement. This program is for ages 5-11. To see the full line up of lessons, visit ecscience.org/makerdays.   Emerald Coast Science Center 31 Memorial Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548           https://30a-tv.com/events/maker-days-bubblology-nov-1/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More