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Join Okaloosa Ocean Hour and Destin-Fort Walton Beach for beach clean-ups at various locations. The volunteer sign-up link is here.

Learn about preparedness and resiliency from various vendors, including free disaster and emergency preparedness resources, touch-a-truck activities for kids, food trucks, and door prizes.

The Sanctuary Choir of First Presbyterian Church will be joined by singers of other area churches and a full orchestra from the Pensacola Symphony to present the REQUIEM by Sir John Rutter. Rutter just turned 80 years old this past year and this program will be presented in his honor and for the glory of God. What a beautiful way to start Holy Week!!

Join us for this year’s Granny Get-Down: A Cook-Off Celebration, hosted by Council on Aging of West Florida. This year’s event is Saturday, May 23, 11 am – 2 pm at Sanders Beach Corinne Jones Resource Center. Granny Get-Down is a cook-off featuring the culinary stylings of Council on Aging's AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteers. Attendees can sample an array of homestyle dishes and vote for favorites while enjoying music, raffles and live cooking demonstrations in a festive atmosphere that harkens back to traditional community food festivals. This vibrant celebration of classic culinary delights brings together the community to support the Senior Companion and Foster Grandparent volunteer programs. Beyond the delicious offerings, the event aims to raise awareness of the increased risks of food insecurity and social isolation among seniors and raise funds to support Council on Aging's programs that help combat these growing challenges. Tickets are $20 general admission, $10 for individuals ages 55 and up, and free for children 12 and under. For tickets and more information visit GrannyGetDown.org.

BeGenerous will be hosting EnGage, a community outreach event on April 25 from 3 to 8 PM at the DeFuniak Springs Lakeyard. This event honors those we have lost to addiction and overdose while standing in the gap for those still searching for freedom.

This is a family centered event bringing together live music, local vendors, food trucks, community partners, and resources. This is not just an outreach. This is a community coming together to create connection and make sure people have access to resources right where they live.

Burger Battle by the Bay is a community-focused food festival in Pensacola where local restaurants, chefs, and grill teams compete to create the best burger. Attendees sample a variety of burgers and vote for their favorite, creating a fun and interactive experience for the public.

Hosted by the Suburban West Rotary Club, the event combines friendly competition with a charitable mission, raising funds to support local youth programs and community initiatives, including Take Stock in Children.

Typically held at Community Maritime Park, the event attracts a broad audience of families, food enthusiasts, and local supporters. It offers an engaging atmosphere that highlights Pensacola’s culinary scene while bringing the community together for a good cause.

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

Community Action Program Committee, Inc. invites you to join our Head Start and Early Head Start Hiring Event on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Brigadier Center located at 401 Brigadier Street, Pensacola, FL 32507. We are hiring for multiple positions, including Head Start teachers, Early Head Start teachers, Teacher Assistants, Floaters, Education Director, and Program Support Workers. Bring a copy of your resume and meet our team for an opportunity to interview. To learn more and schedule your interview, visit capc-pensacola.org/careers.

"Come grow with CAPC and Help make a difference!"

Come out to our scenic wildlife refuge for a fun filled day of community outreach from some of the best animal rescues and environmentally focused organizations in the area! The first ever Navarre Nature Fest will feature tons of organizations in the area that are working to protect and preserve our local wildlife and environment - plus a few fun food and shop vendors who really love wildlife! Whether you're looking for a new place to volunteer or just want to get out and enjoy celebrating everything we love about local nature, don't miss this event!
All ticket sales support our non-profit (ECWR) and our mission to provide free wildlife rehab services to the community.

Our favorite day of the year lands on Saturday, making it a perfect day to celebrate the curiosity of π with you!
With infinitely many ways to honor this irrational number, we’re narrowing it down to a selection of engaging, hands-on activities.
Recommended for ages 7+.
Included with museum admission.

Mark your calendars now for what will surely be an interesting and informative talk about the Florida black bear, presented by David Jacob, with FWCC.
As northwest Florida grows, encounters with black bears occur more and more. It's important to learn all we can about these amazing animals in order to better understand how to co-exist with them
Mr. Jacob has worked with the FWCC as the West Panhandle Area Bear Biologist for four years.
He has an undergraduate degree in zoology and a master's in environmental management from Duke University.
Prior to working with bears, he worked with several other species including iguanas, sea turtles, and wolves.
When not working he likes going to the beach, snowboarding, and traveling.