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Cover Shopping Townes Ottinger had a great time playing on the beach while he and his family visited. He turned 4 in July. Happy birthday Townes!

Photo by: Marla & Shane Photography

Things We Love 12 Sweet Sonny James 14 Style Guide 16

Food Arts

The Hungry Kid’s Guide to Food 21

Ready to Read 27 Q&A with Francisco Adaro 28 Emerald Coast Theatre Company 30

Adventure Get in the Game 34 Special Olympics 36 7 Easy Ways to be a Beach Expert 38 15 Summer Bucket List Activities 40 Events 43 School Information 50

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We’re excited to make 30A Kids Club Magazine a part of the local 30A culture and feature your kids doing all of the amazing, silly, kind, goofy and surprising things that they do.

The idea for the magazine (and website) was born out of necessity. I felt like I never knew what was going on. What schools or daycare options did I have for my toddler? What about summer camp for my oldest? Did I miss out on sign up dates? Local parents end up finding out about programs through word of mouth.

That’s frustrating. Especially if it’s a program that fills up quickly.

I hope you find this issue helpful. Please take a moment to get in touch. You can send an email, join our newsletter at 30AKidsClub.com or find us on Facebook and Instagram. I can’t wait to hear from you.

Thank you,

Susan Vallée Editor + Publisher Susan@30AKidsClub.com 30AKidsClub.com 850.217.7542

And I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had visitors from out of town ask me what it is like to live here year-round. Are the schools any good? Is there a soccer program? What is there to do for fun?

That’s where 30A Kids Club comes in. We’re here to help make your life a little easier. Inside these pages you’ll find a comprehensive events calendar that spans 30A, school start dates, details on a theatre program, information on a burgeoning Special Olympics program, beach safety tips and more.

Our next issue will be out in October and will highlight Holiday activities, ideas for the winter break, sports programs, local non-profits and charities and will feature a gift guide.

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Contributors Published by Bennett Vallée Communications, LLC

Editor + Publisher Susan Vallée

Art Director Jami Ray

Ad Director Erin Bakker

Writers Kelly Layman, Lauren Lege, Susan Vallée and Ashley Wallace

Photographers Marla & Shane Photography, Chase Alexander Photo & Film, Jacqueline Ward Images, J. Conley Images, Modus Photography, Richard Fowlkes Photography, Sowal.com

Graphic Design Outright Social Communication, LLC 30A Kids Club is a registered trademark. All rights reserved. Remember the Golden Rule and don’t steal content. No part of this periodical may be reproduced without permission from the Publisher. The 30A Kids Club Magazine is published quarterly. Opinions expressed are not necessarily that of the publisher and are not shared by advertisers. Advertisers and the publisher will not be held responsible for any mistakes in this publication.

Advertisements should not be seen as endorsements of any particular business or event by the publisher. We are also published online at 30akidsclub.com. For ads, contact erin@30akidsclub.com.

Get Social Join us online and let’s start a conversation!

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Lego queens, space camp, starfish finds, lemonade stands … life is busy and exciting when you’re a kid on 30A. Welcome to the Kidstagram wall! We want to know and see all the great things you’re doing. Send a photo to Geri Higgs at gigisfabkids@embarqmail.com so we can add it to our Kidstagram wall.

Geri is the (very fun) owner of Gigi’s Fabulous Kids’ Fashions and Toys in Rosemary Beach. She likes to hear about your kooky adventures as much as we do.

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Adopt a rubber duck and join us for a day of family fun at the 6th Annual Emerald Coast Duck Regatta.

Approximately 3,000 ducks will make their way across the Lagoon at The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin. Prizes will be awarded to the owners of the first ducks to cross the finish line! The event will have fun activities for the whole family, including Abrakadoodle face painters, Nonie’s Ark Animal Encounters, crafts, a scavenger hunt and FREE access to the Baytowne carousel for children 12 and under from 11 a.m. to noon.

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1 Sailing ship kite: These gorgeous ships actually fly! Enjoy fun at the beach and then display them at home. Outpost at 30Avenue, $45 // 2 Stuffed Animals Artist Sopa de Principe makes each of these stuffed animals with love. Handmade and designed by the artist himself. $25-45. // 3 Magnetic Creatures Artist Animaderos makes these interesting magnetic figurines. Parts are interchangeable and are made of wood and metal. Adaro Art in Uptown Grayton, $25-45. // 4 Bug Off! Bug Spray: Locally made by The Soap Pedaler, this bug spray may be all-natural, but the mosquitos can’t stand it. This stuff works. For the Health of It & Twin Oaks Farm Stand, $9-11 // 5 PlanetBox: The last lunchbox you’ll ever buy! Dishwasher safe, sturdy and it keeps food separated nicely. $50 // 6 Lip Glosses: These fun beauty products are all the rage and totally adorable! Gigi’s Fabulous Kids’ Fashion & Toys, $8.99 // 7 Pirate Bones: This pirate toy is perfect for a rainy day at the beach (or a long car ride home). Find the buried pirate’s treasure! Seaside Kids, $15-50 (depending on size of kit).

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SWEET Sonny James

By Susan Vallée

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arla Carter has launched an adorable new clothing line for baby girls. Sweet, innocent, fun and made with “a whole lotta love” the new Sonny James line (named after her youngest daughter) features classic bubbles, bloomers, tops and accessories in a range of happy colors.

Any mother of two girls is going to be buying, and looking, at a lot of clothes. When you’re a professional photographer though, this becomes a part of your job.

“I’m always recommending outfits for photoshoots,” Marla, co-owner of Marla & Shane Photography, explained. “I always tell parents to look for clothes they don’t have to fuss with.”

She started looking for well-made outfits that were breathable, machine washable and had a timeless design.

She realized she had an opportunity on her hands.

The busy mother of three began to daydream about starting her own

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clothing line. If she could create a bubble, what would it look like?

Why weren’t there bloomers that fit properly and came in a better range of colors? The thoughts wouldn’t get out of her head.

“I love to think up ideas for businesses,” she admitted. “Usually I get busy and the idea dies, but this one really stuck with me. So I started researching.”

She contacted friends in the business, read everything she could and found a broker in New York to help her navigate the ins and outs of clothing factories.

It was important to Marla that Sonny James maintained the sweet innocence of babyhood. She didn’t want anything that looked too grown up, but the outfits needed to have a modern edge.

She worked with artists to create custom prints for the bubbles and bloomers. The results are sophisticated, vintage-inspired prints that do not overwhelm the classic

designs.

All of the tops are organic cotton and have a criss-cross design in back (to keep straps from falling). Bloomers and bubbles are 100 percent cotton and everything can be tossed into the washing machine.

“I’m constantly being inspired by my own sweet little Sonny James,” Marla said. “I’m always thinking ‘what would Sonny want to wear?’ What would be comfortable for her to play in?”

In the fall, Marla will be working with local 30A artist Liza Snyder to create prints for T-shirts. These shirts, and coordinating cardigans, will be added to the line in the fall.

“The prints on the T-shirts will tie-in with the bloomers and the cardigans will complement the bubbles.

We’re growing the line slowly and organically. I’m excited for everyone to see it.”

To shop looks from the Sonny James line, visit shopsonnyjames.com.

Follow more cuteness on Instagram:

@shopsonnyjames

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hungry Kid’s Guide to 30Afood!

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f your child is wild, and their tummy is grumbly, here are a few places to go spend your money.

It happens. Kids get hungry, and no one enjoys the stress of being the only family in a stuffy crowd of kidless, caramelizedkumquat connoisseurs (yes, it’s a thing). I’ve been there. It’s uncomfortable. So where then?

Stinky’s Fish Camp

Not only will your child love the name, and all the possibilities that come along with it … the food accommodates both children and adults, the scene is laid-back, and if you’re lucky, live music for frolicking with your barefoot babe.

try this: Freak your kid out with the Buffalo Frog Legs, it’s worth it …

Chiringo

You can enjoy Gulf views and a fresh cocktail while your little one scarfs down a generous hamburger and fries. The seafood is always fresh, never frozen, if fried shrimp is more their style.

try this: The fresh-squeezed strawberry lemonade is perfect after a day in the sun.

twin oaks farm stand Named after her certified organic farm Twin Oaks, farmer Renee Savary and her team

offer delicious organic frittatas, pancakes, scones, freshly baked breads, locally grown tomatoes and a freezer filled with homemade soups and meats to take home.

try this: Check out the wall of preserves and other goodies.

Kids love the peach preserves!

Renee also serves organic teas in antique (and fancy!) tea sets for an inexpensive and fun treat.

Barefoot BBQ

Just a few steps away from The Melt Down, Barefoot BBQ is an airstream sensation, specializing in, you guessed it, barbecue.

try this: BBQ Nachos will

Delicious Details

Chiringo’s Strawberry Lemonade (left) and Twin Oaks Farm Stand’s Apple Pie (above) served with tea.

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Food knock your socks off, and leave you, well …Barefoot.

By The Sea serves up slices to salty children of all sorts.

The Melt Down

try this: My daughter LOVES the Hammy Sammy.

We’ve all had them, but not quite like this. Think melted cheese, rather than melted emotions. As part of the airstream lineup in Seaside, you can grab your grilled cheese and eat on the lawn, or have a seat at one of the streetside sittings available.

try this: Don’t leave without a super cute kid’s T-shirt “I had a Melt Down on 30-A” Pizza By The Sea

The frog-themed restaurant, George’s, in Alys Beach is sure to make kids, and caretakers alike, toadily hoppy. With a Tadpole menu, and two menus for adults, those who like to behave, and those who like to misbehave, George’s makes even choosiest choosers cheery.

try this: Croaker Grouper Bites are a great alternative for the chicken finger lovers in your family.

Cowboys welcome as well. Enjoy a Tex-Mex twist on your Southern favorites. Snap a shot in front of the cute cow mural at the Seagrove location, or grab some grub on your way to the green at their Rosemary Beach location.

try this: Cowgirl Kitchen offers pre-made, one dish meals to take home, heat up and eat up. Perfect if you want to eat in the comfort of your own home (or rental home), without all the hassle.

Parents know all about choosing their battles; why wage World War III over watercress salad? It’s unnecessary. Save it for the sitter, and try these places with your kids.

Jacqueline Ward Images

The name says it all. With three 30A locations – one in Seagrove Beach, one in Gulf Place, and a new location in Seacrest – Pizza

George’s

Cowgirl Kitchen

Food & Fun

Cowgirl Kitchen’s Main Street view in Rosemary Beach (left) and Pizza by the Sea’s classic pepperoni pizza. (above).

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Former First Lady’s Literacy Legacy Lands in Walton County

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ore than 40 percent of all third-graders in the Walton County School District are at least six months behind in reading on grade level, a statistic shared with most counties across the state. Having students “read on grade level” is a nationwide issue and one of the cornerstone programs of the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy, a national non-profit charity founded 25 years ago by the former First Lady.

National research shows that a third-grader not reading on grade level is four times more likely to drop out of high school due to the learning comprehension deficit.

Now the Foundation, thanks to a matching grant from the St. Joe Community Foundation, is bringing one of its best-known programs to Walton County schools to help struggling third-graders. The program will be implemented at a pilot school (that has yet to be announced).

By Kelly Layman “The Barbara Bush Foundation has many friends in South Walton,” said Kelly Layman, who moved to Walton County full-time in 2014 and is heading up the partnership.

“Many are familiar with the powerful results of our literacy programs in other parts of the country for children and adults, so it is thrilling to bring the schools-based program here.

“We already have all the tutors,” Kelly said, “but we invite anyone interested in helping to contact us. This will be an ongoing charity effort. The Foundation will have a long list of people and groups to thank by the time of the official launch this fall.”

Want to help? If you’d like to volunteer, or become a business sponsor, please contact Kelly at kelly.layman@ barbarabush.org.

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When I Grow Up...

I Wanna be an Artist!

We are head over heels in love with Juan Francisco Adaro’s illustrations.

Aren’t you? The artist and owner of Adaro Art & Design in Uptown Grayton offers insights and a few tips for budding artists: Did you draw as a child?

Yes, I was born with a brush in my hand. At least that’s what they told me.

What’s your favorite part of painting and drawing?

Was there a teacher or a parent (or a work of art) that inspired you when you were young?

The process; painting and drawing is a conversation with your inner self, with the others, with the materials.

I was inspired by Antonio Berni, he was an important artist in Argentina (where I was born and raised).

What’s your least favorite part?

What should kids do if they want to pursue art when they grow up?

Any advice for young artists?

They should persist. Stay on their own path. The best artists are the ones that look more like themselves.

What does it feel like when you’re painting something that you love?

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Follow your dream. If art is your natural language, let it happen.

Anything they shouldn’t do?

Don’t forget to wash your brushes!

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id you know there is a year-round professional theatre program for kids here in South Walton?

Founded by Nathaniel and Anna Fisher, the Emerald Coast Theatre Company offers week-long summer camps and once-a-week classes in Okaloosa, Walton and Bay counties.

This spring local kids learned the lyrics and lines to“School House Rocks, Live!”and performed the play at Destin Middle School for a packed house of proud parents, grandparents and friends. Productions of Aladdin, Jr., The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe and Beauty & The Beast have been performed at Good News United Methodist Church and Grand Boulevard.

Practices are usually held at the Northwest Florida State College campus off of U.S. Highway 331 (near

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the library).

It’s a program that is needed here in South Walton. In our local public schools, kids aren’t exposed to acting or drama classes until they reach middle school. But thanks to ECTC they can be introduced to the stage as young as 4 (in The Little Rascals class).

The theatre company teaches Pre-K to ninth grade and emphasizes the excitement and fun of theatre while also taking the production seriously. While the summer camp might start out with theatre games and lots of laughs while the kids learn the importance of enunciating, the week ends with a decorated stage, actors in costume and lines memorized.

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“Above all we want this to be a great experience for the kids,” Nathaniel said.

“It’s exciting for us to see them fall in love with the process.”

Nathaniel (who has an MFA in acting) and Anna (who has an MFA in theatre studies) are parents as well as professional actors.

“I’ve been so proud of the kids this year,” Anna said. “We’ve had lots of returning students so we really get to see that progression with them on stage.”

ECTC is a not-for-profit program and does offer a scholarship program for families. The application process is simple and is available at emeraldcoasttheatre.org. The acting program is also inclusive for kids with special needs.

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Get in the Game

Ready to sign up for local sports? Here’s what you need to know: walton rec Soccer

Ages 4-12 Sign up begins Aug. 1. Register at waltonrec.com and pay online.

It’s a 6-week program.

Sept. 24-Oct. 29 Cost is $40 (scholarships available) Games will be held on Saturdays at the Boys & Girls Club of South Walton.

Once your child is placed on a team the coach will contact you with practice information.

Volunteer parent coaches are needed. Sign up at waltonrec. com.

GULFSOUTH Soccer Club

A 501c3 not-for-profit youth soccer club offering competitive play for local kids. Registration for the 2016 fall season is now open. Apply online for a player

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evaluation at gulfsouthsoccer. com. Questions? Email gulfsouthsoccer@gmail.com.

Basketball

Ages 4-12 Sign up is in November waltonrec.com

Baseball

Sign up begins mid July and runs through the 2nd week of August.

Program is 8-10 weeks long Begins Sept. 12.

Ages: T-Ball 4-6 Machine Pitch: 7-8 Kid Pitch: 9-10 Kid Pitch: 11-12 Cost is $75. Equipment is provided.

Contact Wes Shelton, President of the South Walton Baseball Association at southwaltonyouthbaseball@ gmail.com to register.

Youth Flag Football

Ages: Tyke 5-6 Pee-Wee 7-8 Cost is $140 Whole Life Fitness in partnership with The Boys & Girls Club.

Register at wholelifefitnessfl.com

Youth Cheer

Ages: Mascot 3-4 Tyke: 5-6 Pee-Wee 7-8 Cost is $275 Register at wholelifefitness.com.

Special Olympics of Walton County Bowling Ages: 8 & older Schedule TBD Contact damienmcneil@ specialolympicswalton.org (850) 525-3155

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By Susan Vallée

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he Special Olympics is more than an inclusive program for kids with special needs, it’s a program designed for them. Kids can be themselves and it is okay. Does your child pace back and forth when he’s excited? No one is going to tell him to stop. Is it hard for your child to express themselves? That’s okay too. No coach is going to become impatient. Are you worried your child won’t understand or be able to participate in a sport? Let them try.

I promise you’ll be amazed at what they can do.

When your child stands up on that

paddle board for the first time, the coach that’s in the water with them is cheering right along with you. When you travel to a state-level competition and a “real” bronze, silver or gold medal is put around their neck, I promise you you’ll be glad you took a chance and signed your child up.

Coach Mike Schumacher has been a huge advocate for growing the Special Olympics program in South Walton.

“Before we moved here our son Jake was active in Special Olympics and it was fantastic for him. Participating in these sports does more than just teach a game, it helps with social skills, the kids learn about leadership and it’s a good support system for the families too,” he said.

While many practices are held in Freeport (because numerous athletes live in DeFuniak Springs) bocce, Stand Up Paddle boarding, bowling and surfing were taught in South Walton this year.

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Jamie Conley, owner of J. Conley Images, has been donating her time and energy to the program and has been photographing local events.

“It’s such a great program,” she said.

“To see the pride in their faces after they compete is special. I want to see the program grow and I’m doing everything I can to help Mike,” she said.

Right now, what the South Walton program needs most are athletes.

The program welcomes students on the autism spectrum and is open to athletes ages 8 years and older with intellectual or developmental delays or disability. However, Damien McNeil, the director of the Walton County program, encourages parents of any child with an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) to contact him for information. Many programs, like basketball for example, mix Special Olympic athletes with volunteer players. This helps the entire team and is just as beneficial to the volunteer athlete as it is to the Special Olympic athlete.

Michael, Damien and Jamie are currently trying to plan fundraisers for Special Olympics of Walton County. On Sept. 3, Rosemary Beach Foundation is hosting its 30A Cornhole Competition and has designated Special Olympics of Walton County as its charitable organization. Funds raised pay for uniforms, equipment, provide transportation to local and state competitions, pay for hotel stays when out of town and more.

There is always a need for volunteers, coaches and business sponsors. For more information on qualifying as an athlete, coach, volunteer, or to make a business donation, contact Damien at 850.567.8248 or damienmcneil@ specialolympicswalton.org.

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Be a sea turtle helper! Fill beach holes.

You dig it? Fill it in! It’s fun to dig at the beach, but be sure to

fill holes before you leave. Why? It’s turtle nesting season! Momma sea turtles are coming ashore to lay their eggs. They weigh between 250350 pounds and it’s hard to pull that weight across sand. You know what makes it even harder? Falling into a hole. That’s what happened to this sea turtle momma. She fell right in and got stuck. Thankfully South Walton Turtle Watch volunteers rescued her in time and she was safely returned to the Gulf. Help the sea turtle. Fill beach holes and knock down sand castles before you leave the beach.

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7 Easy Ways to be a beach safety expert

The beach is one of the most fun places to be on 30A, but you still need to be careful.

Follow these seven tips to be super safe and have a super fun time!

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Always surf and swim with a buddy.

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Pick up all of your stuff.

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Choose someone to watch (or be with) the kids when they’re swimming.

Knock down sandcastles and forts when it’s time to leave.

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Don’t let your kids dig deep holes that their whole body (or head) can fit in. Recent beach tragedies remind us that sand collapses in the blink of an eye.

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Hang a bright towel, fly a kite or carry something with you that identifies your beach chair/umbrella/tent as yours. When the beach is crowded, it is easy to lose track of where everyone is.

For the grown-ups Pay attention to your walkover number/letter/ name.

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There are so many fun things to do on (and around) 30A that it’s hard to choose favorites, but we tried really hard. Here are a few kid-approved things to add to your list.

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Grab a helmet and a bike and ride from Seaside to Grayton Beach.

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Dance and play among the lights in the Alys Beach splash pad while an outdoor movie or concert plays on the green.

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Fly a kite on the beach. Pick a really cool one that you can keep and display once you get home.

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Become a certified Florida State Parks Junior Ranger!

Stop by Eden State Gardens, Topsail State Park or Grayton Beach State Park and ask for a Junior Park Ranger

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packet. They’ll be glad to help you get started.

And, it’s free!

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Walk underneath a dune canopy and discover the Prayer of the Woods in Grayton Beach State Park.

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Grab a shaved ice from Frost Bites in Seaside.

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Hunt for ghost crabs and stargaze on the beach at night.

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Go Stand Up Paddle boarding on a coastal dune lake.

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Have a bonfire on the beach.

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Go to a concert in the Seaside amphitheater.

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Head over to the Sandestin Marina for a luau. Eat Hawaiian food and watch a fireworks display over the Bay!

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Explore the Choctawhatchee Bay in a real Airboat! 30A Airboat Adventures

offers tours every two hours out of Point Washington.

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Volunteer to work the lemonade stand in front of Gigi’s Fabulous Kids’ Fashion & Toys in Rosemary Beach. You’ll be raising money for a no-kill animal shelter in Freeport while making new friends.

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Grab a snorkel and a mask and check out the NEW artificial reef installed just offshore of Grayton Beach State Park’s beach walkway. It’s shaped like a giant sea turtle and has attracted a ton of fish and even a resident sea turtle!

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Explore.Dream. Discover.

Day & Night Camps for Kids Ages 4-12 • Mon – Sat 9am-2pm & 6pm-9pm What to Bring • Sunscreen • Towel • Swim Suit • Swim Goggles • Change of Clothes • Appropriate Footwear • Sunglasses (If Needed) • Your Happy Self!

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Junior Tennis Quick Start Program

Year-round, 4-5 p.m.

Sandestin Tennis Center Tuesdays and Thursdays, ages 5-8 Wednesday, ages 8-10 Call for information about High School tournament players Register at sandestin.com/tennis or call 850-267-7060. $15 for resort guests. $10 for locals/members.

Sunday Cinema

Through Aug. 7, at 8 p.m.

The Village of Baytowne Wharf Enjoy an outdoor movie in the events plaza.

Hydroflight Mondays

Through Aug. 8, from 7-9 p.m.

The Village of Baytowne Wharf You’ve never seen anything like this. Watch Ben Merrell fly-board over the Bay. That’s right, think flying hoverboard but add water.

Booming Tuesdays

Through Aug. 9 The Village of Baytowne Wharf Enjoy lawn games, inflatables and watch a fireworks show over the lagoon at 9:15 p.m.

Sandestin Luaus

Tuesday night, 6:30-9 p.m.

Baytowne Marina Enjoy authentic Hawaiian cuisine, live music, a bonfire on the beach, magic show, bounce house, games on the beach and a fireworks show. It’s a Tuesday you’ll never forget. $44.68 ages 12+, $21.19 ages 5-11. Free for 4 and younger.

Must buy tickets in advance at eventgrid. com/Events/19011/2016-sandestin-luau

Wednesday Night Concerts

Through Aug. 10, from 7-9 p.m.

Enjoy live music in the heart of The Village of Baytowne Wharf.

Magical Thursdays

Through Aug. 11 at 7 & 8 p.m.

The unforgettable Captain Davy delights all ages in the events plaza.

Sunset Bay Cafe

From 5-8 p.m.

Every Friday and Saturday night relax with live music and enjoy a delicious meal with an unforgettable waterfront view.

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Topsail Under the Stars

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July 4th Celebration, from 6-9 p.m.

Live music by Soul Track Mind at 7 p.m., fireworks at 9:15 p.m.

Every Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Theatre Thursdays

Through July 28, 7 p.m.

Bring a blanket or low chair. Outdoor performances presented by Emerald Coast Theatre Company.

Carmike Cinema Summer Kids Series

Thursdays through Aug. 4 10 a.m. $4 includes movie ticket, drink and popcorn July 7: Kung Fu Panda 2 July 14: Monsters vs Aliens July 21: Rio 2 July 28: The Peanuts Movie Aug. 4: The Penguins of Madagascar

topsl hill preserve state park Admission to Topsail is free through Sept. 5

Kids Club

Through July 28, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m.

Children younger than 8 must have a parent present. Make crafts and learn about pitcher plants, coastal dune lakes and more.

Sign up in advance by calling 850-267-8330

Americana Under the Stars Thursdays, 7-8 p.m.

Enjoy live music in the amphitheater. Free admission into the park (but suggested donation of $5 for the Friends of Topsail Hill). Bring a chair or blanket and arrive early to explore the park.

Family Challenge

Through July 27 Pick up a challenge packet from the clubhouse from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Complete the challenge and return it for a special treat.

Call 850-267-8330. Challenges change each week.

July 30 & Sept. 3 Enter park by 6:30 p.m. See the sky through solar telescopes. Free.

Summer day-camp programs Ages 5-12. Campers travel to off-campus locations on Tuesday and Thursdays.

Explore local springs, parks and beaches.

Call 850-291-7197 to register. $90 for 2-day sessions.

The Artists of Gulf Place

Located in the artist enclave at Gulf Place, these workshops are small in size, but big on fun.

Make wooden beach signs.

Tuesdays, 1-7 p.m.

Starfish Family book signing with John Hollan and Create-a Starfish character workshop.

Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Make your own fish print T-shirt with Jeffre Behm, $25.

Thursdays, 1-7 p.m.

Make jewelry with Diane Taliaferro.

Fridays, 10 a.m. - noon Make your own tie dye T-shirt with David Hansel. $25.

Fridays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Paint large cutouts of turtles, dolphins and guitars with artist David Hansel., $25.

Fridays, 2-5 p.m.

Call 850-622-0400 for more information.

Fees are per person.

Summer Concert Series

Every Sunday, from 5-8 p.m. in the Gulf Place Amphitheater.

July 3: The Rips July 10: Emerald Gold Band July 17: Deja vu July 24: Continuum July 31: The Okaloosa Sound Aug. 7: Dismal Creek Aug. 14: Still Standing

Gulfside Trail Rides Summer Camp Learn to ride and take care of a horse!

Gulfside Trail Rides offers a camp for ages 4-7 and another for ages 8 and up. $200 for ages 4-7 and $350.00 for ages 8 and up. To reserve a space call 850-208-3114.

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WaterColor Movie Nights

Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.

At sunset, bring a blanket and chairs to Marina Park to enjoy a free, family-friendly movie.

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Outdoor Theatre

Mondays, 6:30 p.m., Amphitheater Through Aug. 22 Introduce kids to live theatre with The REPs production of The Commedia Rapunzel.

Outdoor Concerts

Wednesdays, 8 p.m., Amphitheater Enjoy live music under the stars.

July 6: John & Jacob July 13: firekid July 20: Maggie Koerner July 27: Star & Micey Aug. 3: Sweet Crude

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Movies

Fridays, 8 p.m., Amphitheater Bring a blanket or a low chair and enjoy a family-friendly movie on the amphitheater green.

July 8: Cloudy with a Chance July 15: Racing Stripes July 22: A Bug’s Life July 29: Shaun the Sheep Aug. 5: Finding Nemo Aug.12: Tarzan (1999) Aug.19: Monsters University Aug. 26: The Incredibles Sept. 2: Star Wars: The Force Awakens Sept. 9: The Mighty Ducks Sept. 16: Grease

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July 8 & Aug. 12 at 7 p.m.

Enjoy the Nashville Songwriters Florida Sunshine Tour. In addition to the movies, Mr. Freeze, the Hub’s ice cream parlor, is offering “Cinema Style Sundaes” for only $7 beginning at 5 p.m.

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Every Monday night, 6:30-8 p.m.

Bring your skateboard and skate with the Friends of Walton Sk8s at the site of the future skate park. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Aug. 10: Mississippi Rail Company Aug. 17: Memphis Strange Aug. 24: Forrest Williams Band August 31: Mike Whitty & The Courtyard Saints Sept. 3: The Mulligan Brothers (Saturday show)

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Mondays & Wednesdays, 10 a.m. at Fonville Press through Aug. 10.

Enjoy a fun outdoor play based on the classic “Alice in Wonderland.” Presented by The REP

Nonie’s Ark Animal Encounter

Tuesdays, 9 a.m., Fonville Press (Through Aug. 9) Nonie brings a variety of creatures for kids to see and touch. Educational and fun, the kids will be transfixed and you can enjoy a latte.

Summer Reels

Every Tuesdays at 8 p.m.

Alys Beach Amphitheatre July 5: Planes July 12: The Boxtrolls July 19: Sleeping Beauty July 26: The Good Dinosaur Aug. 2: Hotel Transylvania 2 Aug. 9: Snow White

Summer Concerts

Every Wednesday from 7-9 p.m.

Alys Beach Amphitheater Food and drink available for purchase July 6: The Bo Spring Band July 13: Cadillac Willy

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5th Annual Alys Beach 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Sept. 4, 7 a.m.

Benefits Alaqua Animal Refuge Register online at alysbeach.com/5K. Obstacle courses, music, food and fun for everyone.

Labor Day Concert & Fireworks

Sept. 4 from 6-9 p.m.

Live music by The Bucktown Allstars. The night ends with fireworks!

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Kids’ Rock the Block Party!

July 12, 6-8 p.m.

Gigi’s and the Western Green Bring the family for a night of fun. DJ, moonwalks, face painting, color hairspray, glitter tattoo, arts and crafts, games, prizes and more.

Twisted Treats Balloon Art Sundays through Aug. 7, 5-7 p.m.

Town Center “Miss Rosemary” will be strolling around town on her stilts, posing for pictures and making neat balloon creations. Tips are welcomed.

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Sundays through Aug. 7, 6-9 p.m.

Western Green Fun airbrush tattoos that last three to 10 days.

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Bunny McStiffler’s Fantastic Family Flea Circus Sundays through Aug. 7, 6-8 p.m.

Town Center Ring Master Bunny McStiffler leads magnificent fleas through daring circus performances.

Wacky Hair Creations

Mondays through Aug. 8, 4-7 p.m.

North Barrett Square Stylists build a work of art directly on your head.

Here Comes the Sun Summer Concert Series

Mondays through Aug. 8, 7-9 p.m.

North Barrett Square Bring chairs or blankets and enjoy music on the green.

July 11: The Hep Cats (50s & 60s) July 18: Emerald Coast Blues Brothers July 25: Clark Barrios & the Rosemary Beach Little Big Band (Swing & Jive) Aug. 1: Luke Langford & the 331 South Band (Country & Southern Rock) Aug. 8: “Like Totally” 80s

Cirque du Rosemary: “Lumiére”

Tuesdays through Aug. 9, 8 p.m.

North Barrett Square This circus under the stars features highflying aerial arts and amazing acrobatics.

Say Cheese! Photo Booth Fun

Wednesdays through Aug. 10, 6-9 p.m.

Top of Main Street Free FaceTime Photobooth. Each person receives a 4x6 print and access to share photos digitally.

Children’s Theatre: The Stinky Cheese Man

Wednesdays through Aug. 10, 6:30 p.m.

North Barrett Square Favorite storybook characters and fables are derailed in this adaptation of a classic fairy tale.

Moonlight Movies & Face Painting

Wednesdays through Aug. 10 Bring the family for a fun movie night under the stars. Popcorn and hot dogs for purchase.

July 7: Hotel for Dogs July 14: The Lego Movie July 21: The Good Dinosaur July 28: Star Wars: The Force Awakens Aug. 4: Aladdin Aug. 11: The Incredibles

Spectacular Spin Art

Fridays through Aug. 12 4-6 p.m. South Barrett Square It’s better than a T-shirt! Come create your very own tie-dyed frisbee.

Movie Medley

Fridays through Aug. 12, 6:30 p.m.

Western Green A brass quintet takes you on a journey through popular movie themes.

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Thursdays at 30Avenue

Through Sept. 1, from 6-9 p.m.

Free horse and carriage rides, lawn games and live music.

July 28 & Sept. 1: Continuum July 7 & Aug. 25: Boukou Groove July 14 & Aug. 11: Kyle LaMonica & Ben Friedman July 21 & Aug. 4: Geoff McBride & Friends Aug. 18: The Rips

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Movies & More

5:30-8 p.m.

Enjoy an education outdoor movie and cookout at this unique state park. Park admission applies.

July 13: Birds & owls ranger presentation followed by the movie “Hoot” (PG).

July 27: King snake presentation by Gulf World followed by the movie “Open Season” (PG).

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Last Look

schools Walton County Public schools begin Aug. 10 with Winter Break Dec 21-Jan. 3. Students return to class Jan. 4

Application is by lottery Clubs: Robotics Athletics: Tennis, Cross Country, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Golf, Volleyball, (Junior Varsity Basketball is open to 5th graders) seasideschool.net

Winter break: Dec. 16 - Jan. 4 Financial aid available School begins at 8 a.m. Dismissal at 2:45 and 3 p.m.

Uniforms required $9,500 per child southwaltonmontessori.com

Public schools

Seacoast Collegiate High School

The Tree House Episcopal Montessori School

Bay Elementary Home of the Barracudas Serves grades 1-4 School begins at 7:40 a.m.

Dismissal at 2:10.

Principal Meredith Spence 850-622-5059 Aug. 9 Meet your Teacher bes.walton.k12.fl.us

Van R. Butler

The Butler Bears Serves grades Pre-K-4 Provides Pre-KD and ESE classes School begins at 7:40 a.m.

Dismissal at 2 p.m. for Kindergarten. 2:10 p.m. for all other grades.

Principal Tammy Smith 850-622-5040 vrb.walton.k12.fl.us

Emerald Coast Middle School

The Stingrays Serves grades 5-8 School begins at 8:30. Dismissal at 2:10 Principal Jeff Infinger 850-622-5025 Student orientation Aug. 8 5th grade: 3-4 p.m.

6,7,8th grade: 4-6 p.m.

Report to first period class. Class schedules will be posted. ecm.walton.k12.fl.us Clubs: Academic Team, Band, Jr. Beta Club, Drama, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, History Team, Future Problem Solving Team, Perennial Math, Reading Club, Science Geeks Club. All clubs (exception is the Fellowship of Christian Athletes) meet after school.

Athletics: Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross-Country, Color Guard, Dance Team, Football, Soccer, Softball, Track, Tennis, Volleyball and Golf. Only Color Guard and Dance team are open to 5th graders. All other sports are open to 6-8th graders.

Seaside School

Home of the Stingrays Charter school serving grades 5-8 Principal Kim Mixson 850-231-0396

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Principal Jonathan D’Avignon 850-200-4176 Students apply for enrollment and attend classes at the Northwest Florida State College campus off of US Hwy 331 and at the main campus in Niceville. Students graduate with both a High School and an Associates Degree.

South Walton High School

Home of the Seahawks Principal Dr. Alexis Tibbetts 850-622-5020 swh.walton.k12.fl.us Athletics: Varsity football, JV football, boys/girls basketball, cross country, soccer and softball Music: Marching/Concert band, jazz band, steel pan band and chorus Clubs: Academic competition club, Anchor, DECA, Drama/Thespian Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Grill Team, History Club, Interact (Rotary), Key Club, National Honor Society, Outdoor Club, Photography Club, Spanish Honor Club, Student Government Association *Florida dual enrollment program allows HS students to enroll with fees exempted for college courses.

The program is available to private, public and home-schooled students.

Private Schools

Ohana Institute

Located in Rosemary Beach Grades 3-12 School begins Aug. 3 Winter break: Dec. 17-Jan. 8 Fully Accredited 850-231-1140 $13,000 per year

South Walton Montessori

Located in Point Washington Head of School, Catherine Beall 850-231-5955 Ages 18 mon -15 years Aug. 12 Meet and Greet from 4-6 p.m.

School begins Aug. 15

Located in Santa Rosa Beach Founding Director Maureen Paine Ages 18 mon - 3rd grade School begins Aug. 15 Winter break: Dec. 21- Jan. 2 Financial aid available School begins at 8 a.m. Dismissal at 2 p.m.

Uniforms required American Montessori Society certified $7,250 for 5-day programs, Kindergarten and Elementary thetreehousectk.org

30A Learning Academy

Located in Gulf Place 850-291-7197 Director Rebecca Matherne Serves grades PreK - 6th grade Florida Department of Education approved private school School begins Aug. 15 Contact for tuition rates 30alearningacademy.com

Compass Rose Academy

Located in Blue Mountain Beach Serves Pre-K - 6th grade 850-660-1110 School begins Aug. 29 Winter dec 16-jan 3 Ages 3-2nd grade $9,000 for 5-day program Grades 3-6 $9,500 craforedu.com

religious schools

Gateway Academy

Located in Destiny Worship Center Serves PreK - 8th grade *New campus opening in PCB for PreK and Kindergarten Principal Sondra Duarte 850-654-9095 Uniform required $5,750 (with additional matriculation fees) thegatewayacademy.com

Beginnings Preschool

Located within Good News Methodist Church Serving ages 1-5 years Director Brenda Ousley 850-622-9191 Financial aid available Licensed School begins Aug. 10 Winter break Dec. 21 - Jan. 3 Offers a 1-day, 2-day, 3-day, 4-day and 5-day program Tuition from $1,200-$6,750 per year goodnewsumc.com

Point Washington Methodist Preschool

Located within Point Washington Methodist Church Serving ages 6 mon - 5 years old Preschool Director Savannah Budden 850-231-5439 Licensed Call for tuition. pwumc.org

Santa Rosa Beach Community Church Preschool

Located within Santa Rosa Beach Community Church Serving ages 2 - Pre-K Offers a 3 and 5 day program Licensed 850-502-6537 School begins Aug. 16 Winter break: Dec. 21-Jan. 4 $3,231 for 3-day program $4,800 for 5-day program santarosabeachcommunitychurch. org/preschool

St. Rita Preschool

Located within St. Rita Parish Serving ages 2-4 Director Lisa Brooks Offers a 2-,3- and 5-day program Licensed 850-461-5635 Tuition varies from $3,000-$5,000 saintritaparish.org *Tuitions may vary based on type of program selected, additional registration and supply fees (and if financial aid is available). Check private and religious schools for availability. Some have wait lists for certain programs.

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