November 29, 2012

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A snowy plover family thrives at Grayton Beach State Park

2012 season proved best year ever for tiny shorebirds at South Walton State Park Photos by Jeff Talbert, Florida State Park Services Specialist 
Information gleaned from report by Raya Pruner, Biological Scientist, Florida Park Service, District 1 As we enjoy our wonderful beaches in South Walton, many visitors and locals are not aware that we are sharing vital habitat for a variety of shorebirds. Our dune systems and coastal dune lakes provide perfect nesting areas and foraging habitat for a...

Christmas Reflections light up the Lakeyard in DeFuniak Springs Nov. 23 – Dec. 31

Celebrate the season of lights along the lake Location: Circle Drive, DeFuniak Springs Time: 5 – 9 p.m. nightly through Dec. 31 Enjoy a holiday family tradition in DeFuniak Springs as the Lakeyard lights up with the annual Christmas Reflections displays. A variety of Victorian, animal and toy soldier cutouts, Santa’s workshop, the grandfather clock ticking away; and the real reason for the season, the Nativity Scene all surrounded by twinkling trees. More than 3 million lights reflect on to...

Coastal Branch Library Teen Team collecting winter coats through Dec. 17

Help a family in need this winter Coastal Library Teen Team (young adult group) is collecting new and gently used coats for South Walton families. Please bring your donations into the Coastal Library until December 17, 2012. All donations will be distributed to South Walton families by Caring and Sharing of South Walton County in Santa Rosa Beach. For more information on the Coat Drive or to join Coastal Library “Teen Team,” please call group leader Shirles Johnson at 850-267-2809...

Amavida Coffee featuring two local artists in dual show

Encaustic painting and photography works focus on South Walton nature On Friday evening November 30, Amavida Coffee Shop, 103 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach will be hosting an opening night reception to kick-off their latest art exhibit. The show will showcase the works of two local artists – Melissa Davis and landscape photographer Jamie Conley. The reception will be held from 7 – 9 p.m. and is open to the public. There will be live music and complimentary hors d’oeuvres...

Christmas tour of homes in DeFuniak Springs Dec. 1

Partners in Progress announces the 22nd Annual Christmas Tour of Homes in DeFuniak Springs for Saturday, December 1, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.  The 2012 tour price includes 5 homes and a narrated tour around Circle Drive aboard The Lil’ Trolley emphasizing the lake yard are and its role as the campus of the original Florida Chautauqua Assembly.  Tickets will be available the day of the tour from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Visitors Center on Circle...

Go green with Gulf Coast Insulation

Walton company offers eco friendly insulation products For the folks at Gulf Coast Insulation, business is booming. The young Walton based company has been growing in leaps and bounds since its start a mere three years ago. With more than nine years experience in the insulation industry, owners Jon LaGrosse, Erin LaGrosse, Colby Anderson and their team have been using new technology and eco based materials for their insulation projects, keeping them ahead of the industry curve. Their environmentally safe...