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Bring your friends, grab a drink, and crack the case. We're dying to have you at our next Sip & Science: Mystery at the Museum.

Get clued-in to a night of sipping and sleuthing! See if you can crack the case by solving our murder mystery at your own pace, solo or in teams. We'll also have all our regular museum exhibits up and running including mystery-themed trivia on the sciPad. You'll get to explore the field of forensic science, play with fun technology, and compete for some awesome prizes while you figure out whodunit. Was it the the museum caretaker, in the reptile room, with the Bunsen burner? Or perhaps the night watchman, in the exhibit hall, with the scalpel? Bonus points (and prizes) to those who come in their best spy, sleuth, detective, or Clue-themed costumes...Scooby Gang, anyone?

Guests age 21+ (IDs will be checked at the door)

Come dressed in Halloween costumes, get your Trick-or-Treat candy, and prepare to be scared! We're ready to celebrate Halloween under the night sky in our inflatable planetarium. Join us for a fun and scary night of monster stories, inspired by our planets, moons, and stars. There will be stories of familiar monsters (werewolves, vampires, and minotaurs), unfamiliar monsters (Karakondzula, Chimera, and Coatlicue), and the heroes who battled them. In a battle between good and evil, who will win?

Join our 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. show for family-friendly stories about the creepy creatures of mythology hidden in the night sky. These showings are appropriate for ages 5 and up. Our 7 p.m. Spooktacular Show is more appropriate for ages 8 and up as the tales told during this show are spookier. All shows last approximately 45 minutes.

Our Planetarium is an inflatable dome. Guests sit on cushions on the floor of the planetarium to view the show. Space is limited. Purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended for this reason. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled showing. In case of no-shows/late shows: reserved spots will be released at show time to make space for the next party.

Seating is limited and very popular. We encourage purchasing your tickets in advance, as this is a first come, first served event. Please call 850-664-1261, stop by the Science Center, or use our online ticketing option to purchase your tickets.

Help youth build skills for healthy relationships through learning about power, responsibility, bullying, boundaries, anger, and more. Presented by Abigail Baeckeroot.

Seven women will be inducted into the 2025 Hall of Fame by the Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women (OCCSW). They are Peggy Brockman, Jenny Hamilton, Sherry Harlow, Helen Harris, Kay Rasmussen, Eloise Stevens, and Donna Tashik.

There will be a reception and cash bar starting at 5:30 p.m., and the program will begin at 6:30 p.m. This is the 30th Anniversary for the OCCSW. The first Hall of Fame was held in 1995, and 147 women have been inducted.

This is a free event, but please RSVP at occsweventrsvp@gmail.com

Destin-Fort Walton Beach is hosting cleanups at multiple locations from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on September 20, 2025.

The locations are:

• The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island (1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL)
• The Crab Trap Destin/James Lee Park (3500 Scenic HWY 98, Destin, FL)
• The Surf Hut (551 Scenic Gulf Dr, Miramar Beach, FL)
• June White Decker Park (1950 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL)
• Henderson Beach State Park (17000 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL)

Complimentary breakfast will be served at the following Saltwater Restaurant Locations: The Boardwalk, The Crab Trap Destin, and the Surf Hut.

The UWF Board of Trustees has initiated the search for the University’s next President and established a Presidential Search Committee to guide the identification and recruitment of highly qualified candidates. Their efforts will be supported by search consultant Funk Associates. Ultimately, the Committee will be responsible for recommending qualified candidates for the Board of Trustees’ review and consideration.

To assist with the recruitment process, the Search Committee would like to develop an in-depth understanding of the University’s needs and expectations. The Search Committee Chair and the search consultant will host a series of open forums and listening sessions with key university stakeholders to solicit input and guidance. This will be an opportunity for various UWF community constituents to share their thoughts and comments on the qualities and characteristics sought in the new President. The information gathered in these sessions will inform the development of the position profile and assist the Search Committee in finalizing the criteria by which candidates will be evaluated.

You are invited to attend the Community Town Hall session on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, from 4:45 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the UWF Usha Kundu MD College of Health (Darrell Gooden Center), Building 234, Room 218. Visit https://events.uwf.edu/event/presidential-search-listening-session-2025-08-26 for information on joining the meeting through Zoom and instructions on providing written comments.

ADA Statement: Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations is requested to advise UWF by calling Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or 850.857.6158 (TTY) at least two business days prior to the event. For more information or to submit a request, visit the Public Event Accommodations page or email ada@uwf.edu

WSRE PBS will host Pensacola’s third annual Amazing Kids Day for families affected by autism on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Jean & Paul Amos Performance Studio at Pensacola State College.

Amazing Kids Day is a free, sensory-friendly event for children with special needs to explore fun and educational activities. At the same time, parents and caregivers can learn about some of the local family resources available to them.

The following organizations have signed up to participate with educational resources and fun activities designed for kids with autism: The Arc Gateway, Autism Pensacola, Canine Companions Emerald Coast Chapter, Escambia Amateur Astronomers Association, FDLRS Emerald Coast Child Find, Pensacola Symphony Orchestra, Western Panhandle Early Steps, and West Florida Public Libraries.

WSRE will offer a green screen TV studio activity, computer stations for exploring PBS KIDS online, and meet-and-greets with Carl the Collector for those who would like a photo with the new PBS KIDS character. Introduced last fall, Carl is the first autistic lead character in a PBS KIDS television series. On the show, he pays great attention to detail and loves collecting things.

Amazing Kids Day is sponsored in part by ABLE United, Aaron Erskine, UnitedHealthcare, and Jacque Falzone.

The event will accommodate a limited number of children; therefore, registration is requested. Event information and online registration can be found at wsre.org/events.

For more information about this event, visit https://foofoofest.com/2025-event/hallozine-festival/

Welcome to HalloZine Fest!

HalloZine Fest is a two-day zine festival held Thursday 10/30 and Friday 10/31 in beautiful Pensacola, FL.

Some of the special features of HalloZine Fest are:

+Zine market of local and national zines by DIY creators
+Exhibition on zine culture and its evolution over the years
+Workshops by zine makers and creatives
+DIY maker stations for zine-making, button-making, and block printing
+"Take a Zine, Leave a Zine" trading table
+Collaborative zine project with other attendees to the festival
+AND engaging keynote speakers sharing about their life in zines:

--->> Julia Arredondo (Vice Versa Press)
--->> Alex Wrekk (Stolen Sharpie Revolution)
--->> Julia Gorton (Beat It! zine)

Close out the event on 10/31/25 at a Halloween Party at the legendary venue, The Handlebar. (Tickets sold separately.)

Get ready to browse through a variety of unique zines, meet talented artists, and create your own zine and artwork at one of our DIY stations. Enjoy a pizza party and movie night and a Halloween Party. Costumes encouraged throughout the event while we celebrate our vibrant zine culture.

Whether you're a seasoned zine enthusiast or just curious about this creative medium, HalloZine Fest has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this exciting event!

Follow up on instagram @pensacolazinefest or follow our linktree for emerging details about this event: https://lnk.bio/Pensacolazinefest

HalloZine Fest is part of Foo Foo Fest, a 12-day celebration of arts and culture held each year in the fall in Pensacola

WEST FLORIDA RAILROAD MUSEUM
5003 Henry St., Milton

DEPOT DAYS FESTIVAL

Free Admission (donations welcome)

October 4th, 10am-3pm

Join us for vendors, crafts, food, Kid's Train Rides (ages 3-12, weather permitting), kids scavenger hunt, exhibits and more!

The Well will host its Fall Bourbon Cocktail Competition on Monday, October 6, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sponsored by Green River Distilling Co., the event will feature seven of Pensacola’s best bartenders putting their skills to the test with original bourbon cocktails inspired by fall flavors.

Guess can expect four unique creations, with three prepared for the judges and one featured in a charity auction. Admission is free and open to the public, offering a chance to enjoy great cocktails while supporting a good cause.