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Escape to the Island 25 is a 2-day musical event presented by the Emerald Coast Parrot Head Club.

The artist performing come from all over the country. The music is likened to Jimmy Buffett - A tropical, Americana with some island escapism thrown in. Everyone is invited to this fundraising event benefitting Fresh Start for Children and Families.

Day one features 8 musicians and it will be held by the grotto pool at The Island Resort. Day two will have 7 musicians and we will move across the Miracle Strip Pkwy to the Fort Walton Beach Elks Lodge. There will be a cork pull as well as a silent auction. If you're looking for 2 days of fun in the sun, enjoy listening to some really good music and help support our community...come on out!

Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the gate. Single day passes are also available.

We are excited to bring back Destin Pooch Palooza benefiting the Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park! All are welcome to join whether you are bringing a pup, your kids, or just joining the festivities. There is no entry fee but donations are appreciated and will go towards dog park improvements.
There will be vendors, contests, raffles, pet photography, food trucks, and more. We will post weekly pupdates leading up to the event. We hope to see you there!

If you are interested in being a vendor, volunteering, or donating, please contact Autumn at aweidenhamer@cityofdestin.com

*Dogs must be under your control and up to date on required vaccinations. Let's keep everyone safe!

The GULF COAST CHORALE will perform a musical show "STORIES" singing music of Earth, Wind & Fire, Chicago medley, James Taylor, Dionne Warwick, etc.

Vintage Finds by Day, Live Music by Night:
The Handlebar Hosts Spring Vintage Market May 4

Pensacola, FL — On Sunday, May 4, The Handlebar is transforming into a vintage lover’s
paradise with its seasonal Vintage Market, presented in collaboration with Pensacola Vintage
Collective. From 1PM-6PM, the beloved downtown venue will be packed with dozens of local
vendors offering vintage clothing, handmade goods, records, home décor, and more — all set to
the soundtrack of free live daytime music from local artists.
This spring’s market continues to build on the momentum of previous events, which have drawn
hundreds of shoppers and collectors from across the Gulf Coast. The Handlebar’s
indoor-outdoor space will feature food trucks, cold drinks, photo ops, and a chill,
community-centered atmosphere — perfect for browsing racks and catching up with friends.
To keep the energy going into the evening, The Handlebar invites market-goers and music fans
alike to stick around for a ticketed after-party show featuring the electrifying sounds of Toasters,
one of the original American third-wave ska bands founded in 1981. The New York based act is
still touring around the world, filling the dance-floors with ska.

● Toaster live at 8 PM
● $15 at the door
● 18+ show

Whether you’re on the hunt for one-of-a-kind threads or looking to dance your Sunday night
away, The Handlebar’s Vintage Market has you covered from sunrise to spotlight.
Admission to the market is FREE and open to all ages.

Community Academy, an initiative of Real Women Radio Foundation, are excited to invite you to share an important upcoming event with your audience: the Community Academy Resource Fair.

This free event is dedicated to empowering underserved communities and people of color in rural Northwest Florida (Escambia, Okaloosa, Walton, and Leon Counties) by providing access to vital resources in areas such as Financial Literacy, Education, Post Secondary Education, Life Planning, Real Estate, Health Care, and Tech & STEM.

The Resource Fair will offer opportunities for residents to connect directly with organizations offering support and information, creating a crucial link to services that can help them thrive.

Community Academy, an initiative of Real Women Radio Foundation, is excited to invite you to share an important upcoming event with your audience: the Community Academy Resource Fair.

This free event is dedicated to empowering underserved communities and people of color in rural Northwest Florida (Escambia, Okaloosa, Walton, and Leon Counties) by providing access to vital resources in areas such as Financial Literacy, Education, Post Secondary Education, Life Planning, Real Estate, Health Care, and Tech & STEM.

The Resource Fair will offer opportunities for residents to connect directly with organizations offering support and information, creating a crucial link to services that can help them thrive.

Rally for Respite
Thursday, April 24 | 10:00am - 2:00pm | Wesley Abbey
We are hosting our largest and most exciting day of Respite yet! The community is invited to join us for a day of games, music, and special guests, all themed around our beautiful city. This will be a celebration of all things Pensacola, featuring music from the Blue Anchor Belles and a meal from the iconic Dog House Deli. Join us for a fun filled day to learn more about how to get involved with this exciting ministry.

First Church Respite Ministry is dedicated to fostering a compassionate community for individuals living with dementia and providing vital support for their caregivers. Through fellowship, education, and respite services, we aim to promote meaningful connections, ensuring that every individual experiences love, respect, and joy as they navigate life with dementia.
What we offer:
Heartfelt connection: Build relationships, bring joy and companionship to those living with dementia.
Flexible opportunities: Whether you can spare an hour a week, four hours a day, or just once a month, your time is invaluable and there is a place for you at Respite!
Training and support: Because we are a social program, no medical training is needed. Our team will provide training and tools you need to make the most of your time with our friends.

Join Make-A-Wish Northwest Region of Florida for a charity fashion show to benefit Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida. Hosted by Watersound Fountains, a vibrant senior living community in Inlet Beach, the event will feature local seniors and residents of the community modeling clothes from nearby stores, including J. McLaughlin in Watersound.

During the event, attendees will learn more about Make-A-Wish and hear from a local Wish Alumni and her family as they share their story and wish experience. Proceeds will support Make-A-Wish Northwest Region of Florida as they create life-changing wishes for local children battling critical illnesses. Reception begins at 5:00 p.m., followed by the fashion show at 6:00 p.m.

Join Earth Action, the League of Women Voters of the Pensacola Bay Area, Rethink Energy of Florida, Clean Energy for All, Northwest Florida Panhandle Coalition For Civic Engagement, and Escambia County Democratic Party on Monday, May 12th from 6 pm - 7:30 pm at Ever'man Educational Center, 327 W Garden St, Pensacola, FL 32502-4729.

We will take a deep dive into what this means for you and our community. We will address how you can get engaged and provide prompts (talking points) for those wanting to speak at the upcoming Public Service Commission meetings. Finally, learn about how programs such as Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are being gutted and not available for those struggling to pay their bills.

Join us for the Pensacola Open Chess Tournament!