Pensacola • Your City • Your Magazine
September 2014
Local Yolks
Buy the Cow New Eats
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editor’s note > my two cents on the subject
For me and most people I know, food is not just a fundamental necessity. Rather, it is a journey, a spiritual one I’d argue, best undertaken with friends, family and an open mind. As our industrial food complex becomes bigger than most of us can even begin to wrap our minds around, a great many people are searching for ways to reconnect with their food. For some, that simply means more home cooked meals, while others plant gardens and grow their favorite fruits and vegetables. For a growing handful of people, that means creating hand crafted, small batch food products and selling them in the community. Many years ago, this was extremely common. You knew where most of your food came from—you bought your bread from the baker, your milk from the local dairy farmer, your produce at the local grocery or farmer’s market and your friends and family passed around jars of jams, pickles and sauces. Well, if your family has long given up on the art of canning or baking, fear not. The Gulf Coast is full of artisan food vendors creating wonderful craft foods—everything from honey and baked goods to salsas, jams, jellies, pickles and more. And we have gathered many of them here in this craft food issue of Pensacola Magazine. Special thanks to Teresa at Palafox Market and Betsy at Ever’man Cooperative Grocery and Cafe for their help collecting all of these fantastic products! In addition, Emily Lullo discusses the variety of local eggs available, including ostrich eggs! Read all about the humane living conditions that translate into more nutritious and delicious eggs than conventional industrially produced eggs. Josh Newby also illustrates our sometimes contradictory ideas about buying and eating meat in America and offers an alternative to store bought meat. Don’t miss out on all of the tasty events this month either—from A Taste of the Beach and Seafood Fest to the Pensacola Museum of Art’s annual fundraiser (a favorite among the local foodies), Suite Soirée. I hope to see you all out at as many of these events as my waistline can handle! Bon appetit!
Kelly Oden Executive Editor
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CONTENTS FEATURES
34. Have Your Cow and Eat it Too 39. Local Yolks
Hen, Duck, Quail, Ostrich
42. Craft Food
Handmade • Local
DEPARTMENTS 42. 34.
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10. Pensacola Seafood Festival 12. Savor Pensacola’s Taste of the Beach 14. Capstone Adaptive Learning and Therapy Centers
16. Suite Soirée 2014: A
Beneficial Feast for the Eyes
20. PLAY Events & Adventures
26. LIVE
Photo by Michael Newman
Art, Music & Culture
30. GIVE Nonprofit News
32. 5 Foods For Better Moods
and 5 more that only bring you down
46. REPEATS Pensacola Scene 10. 8
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On the cover: Photo by Guy Stevens
September 2014 PUBLISHER
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GUY STEVENS, II guy@ballingerpublishing.com EDITOR
EMILY LULLO emily@ballingerpublishing.com BUSINESS EDITOR
JOSH NEWBY josh@ballingerpublishing.com EDITORIAL INTERNS
CHRISTIAN PACHECO SARAH WALTER SALES & MARKETING
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Sept. 26-28 By Karianne Payton Photos by Joe Maloney
The Pensacola Seafood Festival is back. The Seafood Festival will be held the weekend of Sept. 26-28 for the 37th consecutive year. Downtown Pensacola’s Seville Square, Bartram and Fountain Parks will come alive with activity for the weekend’s exceptional festival. The Seafood Festival is a free event that combines great food, art, and entertainment for locals and visitors alike. The Fiesta of Five Flags, whose mission is to celebrate Pensacola’s heritage, promote tourism and build pride throughout the community, organized the event and has grown into a cultural mainstay every September. Over 30 food vendors will line Government and Alcaniz Streets serving dishes such as crab cakes, coconut shrimp, seafood gumbo and more. However, food vendors will offer non-seafood options as well. Florida Blue’s Food Truck will participate in the weekend and feature their celebrity chef who will be teaching healthy cooking using live demonstrations. The Taste of Pensacola will feature a Gulf to Table area where local restaurants will prepare signature dishes. In Bartram Park on Saturday and Sunday, there will be a children’s area so the kids can have just as much fun as the parents. According to Hillary Turner, director of marketing for Fiesta, children will be able to enjoy fun activities that will include arts and crafts, face painting, and a touch pool area. The touch pool area will be an interactive sea life station, which is new this year. On Saturday, Sept. 27 the Pensacola Runners Association is sponsoring the Pensacola Seafood Don McCloskey 5K Run/Walk. The run/walk will start at 7:30 am at 130 East Government Street. Make sure to register at pensacolarunners.com. There will be awards given to those who finish in top places and shirts will be provided to those who register early. For football fans, the Seafood Festival doesn’t mean you have to miss the games. There will be four televisions in two of the festival’s bars, so that no one will have to worry about missing any action. The Seafood Festival’s poster artwork was created by local artist Dan Danforth. He is known for his paintings of scenes on salvaged glass windows. Danforth says “his artwork is a result of exposure as a first responder in humanitarian efforts for disaster victims.” With Arts, Culture and Entertainment funding the event, the entire weekend will be filled with live music that includes indie rock, country and more. Feel free to bring blankets and chairs so you can relax while listening to the awesome line-up.
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Friday, Sept. 26 starting at 5 pm Hotel Oscar will open the Seafood Festival. Following him will be Bo Henry Band at 7 pm and JJ Grey & Mofro at 9 pm. Saturday, Sept. 27 the music will start at 1 pm with The Wildlife Specials, Bonerama at 3 pm, Amanda Shires at 4:30 pm, Chris Stapleton at 6:30 and ending the night with The Revivalists at 8:30 pm. Sunday, Sept. 28 will be the last and final day. Nick & the Ovorols will take the stage at 12:45 pm and Cole Vosbury at 3 pm, who will conclude the festival. For more information visit Fiestaoffiveflags.org.
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Savor Pensacola’s
TASTE
OF THE
BEACH
By Christian Pacheco
As summer gives way to autumn, the hustle and bustle of beachgoers on the sand and the warmth hanging in the air remains despite the impending changing of the seasons. In fact, things will be heating up even more next month when cooking fires and the smell of seafood and other cuisines take over the shore. The sixth annual Taste of the Beach festival will take place Sept. 19-21 on Pensacola Beach. Taste of the Beach is the gathering place for several area chefs and restaurants to showcase their signature dishes, and everything is reasonably priced. For just $5, foodies can snack on peel n’ eat boiled shrimp from Crabs, munch on lamb lollipops from The Wine Bar and cool
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off with a variety of drinks from Bamboo Willie’s and The Sandshaker Lounge. In addition to several area cooks like Dan Dunn, Greg McCarthy and John Smith, Taste of the Beach also welcomes special guest chef Carla Hall. A well-renowned chef, business owner and author who compels everyone to cook with love, Hall is co-host of The Chew on ABC Daytime and has competed on Top Chef. Last year, Andrew Zimmern, host of the Travel Channel’s Bizarre Foods, was the special guest chef for Taste of the Beach. Zimmern was the first celebrity guest from outside the
surrounding area to be featured at the festival. Hall will be hosting a meet and greet event, “An Evening with Carla Hall,” Friday, Sept. 19 at the Gulf Front Beachfront Hotel starting at 5:30 pm. On Saturday, she will host another meet and greet, a cooking demonstration, and a Q&A session. “Anybody who watched Top Chef and watches The Chew will know that she’s just a very lovely character, a seriously talented chef,” said Jane Birdwell, Birdwell Agency’s CEO. Birdwell Agency, a Pensacola advertising and marketing company, has been promoting the event for the last two years. The organization won the right to partner with Taste of the Beach in a competition with other advertising entities. “When the festival received a BP grant, they were able to hire an outside agency to help them with the national and local marketing effort,” said Birdwell. Sports fans will be able to enjoy various food and beverages and still be able to catch the big game with a special football tent out at the beach. Connoisseurs can also participate in the Saturday How Sweet It Is Dessert Contest, where a panel including Hall, Chef Blake Rushing and Island Times cooking columnist Kathi Lewis will choose the winners. Of course, food is only part of the fun. There will be plenty of music, entertainment and other activities for everyone to enjoy. According to the official festival schedule, there will be crab races, performances by Dancingly Yours and recorded and live music by Boogie, Inc. and Heritage Band, respectively. In particular, Taste of the Beach has plenty for children to do. In addition to face painting, arts and crafts and other activities, kids can dress up and march in the Mermaid and Pirate Parade and hit the waves at the Innerlight Surf Camp. This year, Wild Roots Chef Lisa Burgess will host a new event aimed at younger aspiring cooks. Coolinary Kids is open for 30 kids ages 8-11 to show what they know in the kitchen. Friday’s special VIP event, “An Evening with Carla Hall,” is sold out, but the weekend festivities are free and open to the public. For more information about Taste of the Beach and a full schedule of events, visit tasteofpensacolabeach.com.
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UNITED UNDER A NEW NAME Capstone Adaptive Learning and Therapy Centers Continues Aiding the Developmentally Challenged By Christian Pacheco
For over half a century, Cerebral Palsy of Northwest Florida has provided care and support to people who have cerebral palsy and other developmental illnesses. This year, the organization continues its work in the community with one notable difference: its name. With a moniker that encompasses their work with individuals with a multitude of diseases in addition to cerebral palsy, Capstone Adaptive Learning and Therapy Centers’ mission statement says it has a singular goal in mind: “We have one mission, and that is to enhance the quality of life for infants, children, youth and adults of all abilities and to encourage acceptance and inclusion within our communities.” According to the official website, more than 65 percent of their clients have developmental disabilities other than cerebral palsy. These include autism, Down syndrome, spina bifida and other disorders. Dr. Sherry White, CEO of Capstone Adaptive Learning and Therapy Centers, said the reason for the name change was in the spirit of inclusiveness and informing the community about diseases in the same vein as cerebral palsy. “The community did not understand that we work with individuals with various types of disabilities such as autism, Down syndrome, intellectual disabilities and, in many cases, the individuals actually have more than one of these conditions,” said White. “To me, our new name means a new start with a proven formula of success and experience for those we have the pleasure to serve.” Capstone Adaptive Learning and Therapy Centers worked with the Escambia County School District to open Capstone Academy’s Pensacola Campus, one of
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their standout programs, in 2004. The Milton Campus opened six years later. The institutions are free public charter schools, serving children up to age 5 and offering physical, occupational and speech therapies, among other programs. One of the schools’ best features is the 7:2 student-teacher ratios, which affords children personal attention and a more involved learning experience. “Low student to teacher ratio is the secret to our children’s success in our education program with proven curriculum for ESE and non-ESE children,” said White. One of the doctor’s favorite stories involves a young boy who grew up with the organization’s support. “Even though he was two years old, he could not walk, talk, or feed himself,” said White. “Our therapy team went into the child’s home and provided occupational, speech, and physical therapies.” In addition to those vital life skills, the boy was enrolled in one of the Capstone Academies at age 3, eventually entered a “regular” first grade class and recently started fifth grade with no delays, said White. Though the majority of their services are oriented for children, Capstone Adaptive Learning and Therapy Centers also offer plenty of assistance for adult clients including access to a day program and group homes in the Panhandle area. In addition, adults can participate in the Transition Employment Center, where students ages 18-22 are provided with job and computer skills, according to the Adult Services webpage. The organization also raises awareness for cerebral palsy and related illnesses by staging community events such as the Network Golf Tournament, a charity event that includes prizes and a silent auction; the Circle K 5K, Circle K having supported the group for over 25 years; and more, according to the official website. Their largest and longest-running fundraiser is StarFest, a telethon that has evolved into a broadcast where community members share their stories and connections to the Capstone establishment, as stated by the event’s webpage. Though Capstone Adaptive Learning and Therapy Centers has been increasing in local notoriety and has diversified the number of locations and nature of their services, their commitment to personal attention and wellness remains firm. “We are not about expansion for expansion sake. We are about quality – always,” said White. “We continue to keep our programs, residential homes, classrooms, etc. small and individualized so we can offer the best nursing care, instruction, and therapies possible – everyday.” September 2014
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Suite SoirĂŠe
A Beneficial Feast for the Eyes By Christian Pacheco
Art enthusiasts and food aficionados will get more than their fill of hors d’oeuvres and oil paintings when they go downtown for a night at the museum. And all of the festivities are for a good cause.
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Bottom of Left Page: Dr. Hernandez by Hunt Slonem Above: Haitian Rope by Hunt Slonem
The Pensacola Museum of Art will be hosting their annual Suite Soirée on Thursday, Sept. 18. The event kicks off with a reception and silent auction at 6 pm with a five-course dinner coordinated by Classic City Catering’s David Penniman and a live auction taking place at 7 pm. All of the proceeds will be going toward the museum since the museum is a non-profit organization. “Funds from this signature event support the PMA’s exhibitions, educational programs, and permanent collection – all of which positively impact the community-at-large,” said Jodi Gup, executive director of the Pensacola Museum of Art. Gup said that over 200 people will be participating in this year’s gala and discussed what items would be available at the auctions. The silent auction will include artwork and shopping prizes for Palafox Street businesses, and the live auction will feature jewel and vacation packages. There will also be a drawing for a David Yurman bracelet donated by Jeweler’s Trade, Gup said. Several guest chefs will showcase local restaurant favorites at the event, providing food for the five-course dinner and wine pairing. Guest chefs include Mike Johnson from Cloud9 Chocolates, Irv Miller from Jackson’s Steakhouse and Mari Josephs from Carmen’s Lunch Bar. In addition to the meal and the auctions, guests will be able to purchase pieces from artist Hunt Slonem’s collection, whose exhibit Hunting for Slonem is on display until Sept. 20. Slonem’s work is in the museum’s Permanent Collection and is also featured in the Permanent Collection of the Ogden Museum of
Southern Art. According to the current exhibitions webpage, his art “is based on the confluence of the past and present, the visible and the invisible, the exotic and the everyday.” “I’m really in love with this exhibition, so I’m glad that it is up during Suite Soirée,” said Mary Hartshorn, director of communications and events for the museum. She also said that when she has spoken to visitors, their favorite Slonem piece always seems to be Scintillation II (Woodpeckers). Hartshorn said her favorite is Striped Lincoln while Gup prefers Slonem’s piece The Finches, saying that the painting is colorful, yet peaceful. While the two may not have the same favorite painting, the museum executives agree that the upcoming fundraising celebration will be a big hit. New to the Pensacola Museum of Art, Hartshorn said she knows that Suite Soirée has always been popular and that it is great that the museum will continue to benefit from the proceeds. Gup acknowledged the event’s success, taking time to recognize the board members and volunteers making it all happen. “This year’s Suite Soiree committee has been outstanding… I don’t believe they have left anything unturned. I am so appreciative of their involvement,” Gup said. Admission to Suite Soirée is $150. Sponsorship tables are also available at $1,500, $2,500 and $5,000. For more information on Suite Soirée or to RSVP for the event, contact Jodi Gup at 850-432-6247, ext. 202, jgup@pensacolamuseum.org or visit pensacolamuseum.org. September 2014
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NEW EATS PENSACOLA’S
GROWING CUISINE SCENE
V. Paul’s Italian Ristorante
We are excited to welcome several restaurants to the area with openings in late summer or early fall. Together, these new restaurants offer a wide range of dining options—from high end Italian cuisine to fresh fast-casual dining at Newk’s eatery. Soon we will be able to experience the famously friendly and vivacious girls at Twin Peaks, or dine at the up and running new places downtown. 18
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By Madelyn Mancera and Karianne Payton
Newk’s 5060 Bayou Boulevard The projected opening date for Newk’s isn’t until November, but the buzz is already big for the eatery. Originating in Oxford, Miss. as a college sandwich shop, the company has now expanded to serve freshly prepared salads, oven-baked sandwiches, California-style pizzas and made-from-scratch soups. Newk’s Eatery boasts a comprehensive menu of freshly prepared entrees with sizable portions and exceptional ingredient combinations. Each location features open-view kitchens where customers can watch their meals being prepared. Twin Peaks 4952 Bayou Blvd The second Twin Peaks in Florida will soon open in Pensacola. Twin Peaks has gained notoriety as a sports bar where minimally dressed, happy young ladies serve customers original recipe comfort food, cold beer, and other refreshments. Their plates feature a signature twist on classic pub fare—pulled pork nachos piled high anyone? Twin Peaks likes to be thought of as the “ultimate man cave.” Shux Oyster Bar 509 S. Palafox St. Since its early summer opening, Shux Oyster Bar has really taken off. Their great food and excellent service is the key to their distinctive dining experience where guests can sit inside or outdoors. Josh Lucking, owner of Shux Oyster Bar, said that downtown Pensacola continues to expand and they are glad and lucky to be a part of such a great location. Of course, Shux Oyster Bar serves magnificent oysters, but they also serve burgers, other seafood dishes, dessert and drinks. Stop by between 3 and 6 pm when they have happy hour, and choose from half-priced appetizers plus buy-one-get-one-drinks! Khon’s Southeast Asian Cuisine
V. Paul’s Italian Ristorante 29 Palafox Place V. Paul’s has officially opened, bringing new Italian cuisine to Palafox Place. V. Paul’s sophisticated interior sets the mood for a glass of wine and a delicious, gorgeously presented dinner of cran-balsamic glazed duck served with potato gnocchi, spinach and mushroom ragout, or veal tenderloin served with polenta and porcini mushrooms. They also serve unique items such as a peach salad and beef tagliata. Their hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday from 5 to 10 pm. Khon’s 34 S Palafox Also joining the downtown dining scene is Khon’s, a saké bar and Southeast Asian-inspired restaurant. Khon’s offers a sushi bar, Asian tapas, and fine saké. The modern Eastern interior features local art and unique lighting. Khon’s has a finely crafted saké list that features various honjozo, junmai, junmai nigori, and sparkling sakés. You can visit Kohn’s for a meal or a snack since the menu includes small plates, large plates, soups and salads. One must-try is the green papaya and shrimp salad. It is marinated in a lime tamarind sauce and flavored with mint and basil. Try Kohn’s on Tuesday through Saturday for lunch from 11 to 3, or for dinner from 5 to 10.
Brick and Spoon 509 S Palafox St. Brick and Spoon’s newest location is opening up soon in the heart of downtown Pensacola. The new eatery will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a high-quality southern atmosphere. Brick and Spoon has a sophisticated and elegant feel, yet they are known for their casual attitude and warm, inviting dining experience. New Club Wild Greg’s Saloon 22 S Palafox St. For those that have been patiently waiting, the time has finally come to pull out the cowboy boots and hats. Pensacola’s country dance club is opening this month. It will be located downtown at the former Helen Back location, and its biggest feature will be a large line dancing floor. Wild Greg’s Saloon will open up a few hours earlier than normal to hold line dancing classes for those who want to join the fun but are inexperienced. According to owner Greg Urban, the establishment will strictly be a nightclub, but Beef ‘O’ Brady’s will provide special western-themed menus so customers can order off those and have food delivered while at Wild Greg’s Saloon. Plan on visiting Wild Greg’s for dancing or simply to ride their mechanical bull.
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PLAY EVENTS & ADVENTURES GET OUT AND PLAY
FRIENDS OF WEST FLORIDA PUBLIC LIBRARY BIG FALL BOOK SALE
Sept. 6 12TH AVENUE BLOWOUT
FLEA
SUMMER
Sept. 26, 27 & 28
Come out to the 12th Avenue Flea Saturday, Sept. 6 from 10 am to 4 pm to shop from local vendors selling handmade goods, vintage and resale items and more! This special edition of the Flea will also include food, children’s activities and music to thank the community for its continued support. The 12th Avenue Flea is held in the green space outside the Old Sacred Heart Hospital on 12th Avenue at DeSoto Street. Please join us this day for fun and local shopping!
Friends of West Florida Public Library, a non-profit support organization of the West Florida Public Library, will hold its Big Fall Book Sale and Silent Auction Sept. 26, 27 & 28 at the downtown Main Library, 239 N. Spring Street. Thousands of hardcover, paperback, and collectible books will be available for purchase, plus a variety of DVDs, CDs, puzzles, and other items. Proceeds are used to fund programs and enhancements at WFPL branches. Friday, Sept. 26 is preview day of the book sale. From 4 pm to 8 pm, Friends of WFPL members get exclusive early access to the book sale. Non-members can pay $5 admission to take part in Preview Day. Memberships can be purchased at the door. On Saturday, Sept. 27, the book sale will be open from 9 am to 5 pm, with free admission for all shoppers and reduced prices. Sunday, Sept. 28 is the final day of the book sale, with free admission and the popular $5 bag sale from noon to 3 pm. Payment by cash or check is preferred. Credit cards are accepted for sales of $20 or more. All profits are used to support the West Florida Public Library branches and programs. For more information about the book sale or to become a Friends member, visit friendsofwfpl.org or facebook.com/friendsofwfpl.
Sept. 6 PENSACOLA DRAGON BOAT RACE & FESTIVAL Look out, Pensacola! The Dragons are coming! On Sept. 6, 30 teams supported by thousands of spectators will compete in Bayou Texar, just off Bayview Park, in Downtown Pensacola for the inaugural Pensacola Dragon Boat Race & Festival! The Northeast Sertoma’s Pensacola Dragon Boat Race & Festival is a 501(c)(3) that works to benefit the Gulf Coast Kid’s house. Led by the rhythmic beat of a drum, teams of the synchronized paddlers, one drummer and one steersperson race 300 meters up the bay in 40-foot canoes rigged with decorative Chinese dragon heads and tails. The Festival will take place in Bayview Park and will last throughout the day as the races are going. If you are interested in volunteering, sponsoring, donating, or providing a kids’ activity, visit pensacoladragonboatfestival.com.
Sept. 9, 16 BLUE ANGEL PRACTICES The Blue Angels will perform practice air shows over Pensacola Naval Air Station most Tuesday and Wednesday mornings starting in March at 11:30 am, with
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autograph sessions with the pilots inside the National Naval Aviation Museum on most Wednesdays. Admission to the Blue Angel practice is located behind National Naval Aviation Museum. Bleachers are available for seating about 1,000 people. Viewers can also bring their own lawn chairs, hats, sunscreen and water. For more information, visit blueangels.navy.mil.
Sept. 11 ATLAS BEVERAGE CLASSES AT THE FISH HOUSE DECK Atlas Oyster House presents the next installment of Atlas Beverage Classes (A.B.C.). This semester will feature handcrafted beers, two featured spirit brands, and now cocktails with beverage director Josh Goldman, each paired with small plates. Classes are held on the Deck Bar the first Thursday of the month and will feature a presenter for four tastings. Classes begin at 6 pm and the cost is $20 per person (plus tax and gratuity). The Sept. 11 class will feature “World Whiskeys from Around the Globe.” Reservations are required. Call 516.2324 to reserve a seat.
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Sept. 13 12TH ANNUAL BEACH
VETTES
AT
THE
Corvette enthusiasts from around the country will gather at Pensacola Beach for the 12th annual Vettes at the Beach Corvette Show. This highly-anticipated car spectacle is hosted by the Miracle Strip Corvette Club and sponsored by the Santa Rosa Island Authority, Lee’s Corvettes, and Pete Moore Chevrolet. Proceeds from the event benefit Covenant Hospice and the Santa Rosa Kids House. For registration information, visit miraclestripcorvette.com/vettes-at-the-beach.
Sept. 15 JAZZ GUMBO PHOGG’S
AT
PHINEAS
The Jazz Society of Pensacola presents its monthly edition of Jazz Gumbo held the third Monday of each month at Seville Quarter behind Phineas Phogg’s. This month will feature Roger Villines & Bobby van Deusen Combo. Doors open at 5:30
will be contacted shortly thereafter. To make a reservation, send an email with your name to culinarytickets@pensacolastate.edu.
Through Nov. 8 FREE INJURY EXAMS FOR STUDENT ATHLETES AT THE ANDREWS INSTITUTE
PENSACOLEBOWSKI FEST Sept. 26-27 Join fellow fans of the cult classic film The Big Lebowski in Pensacola for two raucous nights of adventure Sept. 26-27. Ticketed guests of PensacoLebowski will meet up for several themed events, starting with your chance to finally see The Big Lebowski on the big screen, followed by one party after another. You’ll each be privy to all the facets of Lebowski fun. Bowling, live music from the soundtrack, games, Bowling Pin Art Show, trivia, costume contests, guests, merchandise, and more surprises to come! For more details and tickets visit pensacolebowski.com
pm and the concert begins at 6:30 pm. Admission is $10 for JSOP members, $15 for nonmembers, $5 for students and free for military members in uniform. For more information visit jazzpensacola.com.
Sept. 17 COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS & WINE PAIRINGS WITH CHEF IRV MILLER Enjoy a Cooking Demonstration and Wine Pairing at Jackson’s Steakhouse with Chef Irv Miller. For the Sept. 17 demonstration Chef Irv will present “Pasta, Perloo and Risotto.” Tickets are $45 and there will be two seatings at 5-6:30 pm and 7:30-9 pm. For reservations call 217.2347.
Sept. 26 UWF ALUMNI GOLF CLASSIC Come out for a day of golf, prizes, and fun with UWF Alumni at the Scenic Hills Golf & Country Club. An 18-hole scramble will begin at 11 am Friday Sept. 26 with an awards ceremony to follow. Registration is open through Friday, Sept. 19 and is priced at $85 per individual and $325 per foursome. Fees include greens and cart fee, range balls, lunch, awards ceremony, a goody bag and a ticket for prize drawings. Register online at uwf.edu/alumni.
Each Saturday from Aug. 23-Nov. 8 student athletes will be able to access free injury exams at the Andrews Institute for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Gulf Breeze. The clinic will be available beginning at 8:10 am with no appointment necessary. Students will check in at Suite 101—the Andrews Institute Rehabilitation Center. The initial assessment is free of charge. Should an injury be detected and medical imaging required, the patient or patient’s insurance will be charged. For this reason, students are encouraged to bring insurance documentation. Student athletes under the age of 18 must either be accompanied by a legal guardian or have a signed waiver from their parent. For a copy of the waiver, visit theandrewsinstitute.com. For more information, call 916.8615 or 916.8708.
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O’RILEY’S DOWNTOWN NOW OFFERING FOOD & SEPTEMBER SPECIALS O’Riley’s Downtown recently unveiled its menu. Now open for lunch and serving till late, the menu includes unique fare like the Irish Burrito as well as tavern favorites like wings and hand-cut chips. Come during Labor Day weekend for a slew of specials. A special even at O’Riley’s Sept. 7 will kick off the NFL season with a Luau themed event, and don’t forget to come to the pub on Sept. 17 for a Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day event! For more information visit orileyspub.com
Tuesday & Thursday Evenings PSC CULINARY LUNCHES AND DINNERS Pensacola State College’s Culinary Management Program is accepting lunch and dinner reservations for the fall semester. Dinners are served a la carte on Tuesdays beginning Sept. 23 through Dec. 2, except for Nov. 11. The meals are three courses and $10 per person. Thursdays offer six-course classic French dinners for $20 per person. Dinners will be held in the Culinary Dining Room (Bldg. 5) on the PSC campus. Reservations are randomly selected. A drawing will be held and the selected emails
HILL KELLY DRIVE-IN MOVIE Pick up the family and drive down to the Community Maritime Park for a presentation of Disney’s Frozen. Parking will be available at the Exhibition Field beginning at 5:00 pm and is limited. Grass seating is also available. You are welcome to bring your chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets to enjoy this free movie, but please leave pets at home. The feature presentation will begin at 7:30 pm.
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UPCOMING EVENTS & NEW WORKSHOPS AT FIRST CITY ART CENTER Exiting events are on the horizon at First City Art Center. Beginning with Raku Saturday on Sept. 6, the center will be offering an abundance of events and new classes. New pottery workshops will be available starting Sept. 9 and will include classes on making pottery on the wheel, and clay sculptures. Drawing workshops for all skill levels will be available beginning Sept. 13. Painting workshops begin Sept. 16 and welcomes beginning and intermediate students. For more information about these workshops and pricing, visit firstcityart.org.
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“MYSTERIES AT THE MUSEUM” VISITS PENSACOLA Pensacola and the National Museum of Naval Aviation will be featured on the season premiere of Travel Channel’s “Mysteries at the Museum” Friday, Sept. 12. “Mysteries at the Museum” follows history explorer Don Wildman as he scours the United States discovering artifacts that impart a new perspective on our country’s most interesting history. In this premier episode, a plane from the National Museum of Naval Aviation will reveal its role in one of the most dramatic operations in military history. The hour-long episode will air at 8 pm.
PENSACOLA SENIOR GAMES Sept. 8-21
AT VINYL MUSIC HALL THIS MONTH Sept. 2: Alien Ant Farm ANTarchy in the USA Tour, Kaleido, H2NY Sept. 5: Juvenile, AJ “The Musician” Williams, Big Lo Sept. 7: Fortunate Youth, The Steppas, Ashes of Babylon, Ease Up Sept. 13: Dax Riggs Sept. 19: Free Gallery Night Concert ft. Appetite for Destruction, Red, White & Crue Sept. 20: CatchingYourClouds, Give Up, Ghost Sept. 24: To Write Love On Her Arms Presents Hope Revolution Tour with Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Hawthorne Heights, New Empire, Famous Last Words, Everybody Run Sept. 26: Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk
AT SEVILLE QUARTER THIS MONTH Seville Quarter hosts a variety of entertainment from a wide array of genres. For more information check out SevilleQuarter.com. Mondays: Monday Night Blues Tuesdays: Jazz Jam Wednesdays-Saturdays: Dueling Piano Show Sept. 4-6: Timberhawk Sept. 4: Cover the Earth Sept. 5-6: Grand Theft Audio Sept. 6: Emily Kopp Sept. 11-13: The 7th Green Sept. 12-13: Kategory 5, Mario Mena Band Sept. 18-20: Timberhawk Sept. 19-20: Grand Theft Audio, Rumor Mill Sept. 26-27: Big Jim Brown & the Speed Kings, The Modern Eldorados
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Play Pensacola Neighborhood Services Department and Humana proudly present the 2014 Pensacola Senior Games. The Pensacola Senior Games will feature 21 exciting events—swimming, track & field, tennis and more—spanning over two weeks and featuring athletes age 50 or above competing for the gold. Being sanctioned by the Florida Sports Foundation, this event is a qualifier for the state championships, but the event is inclusive for all athletes regardless of skill level. A closing ceremony to celebrate the athletes’ accomplishments will be held at the Bayview Senior Center on Sept. 21 and will offer hors d’oeures, giveaways, and sponsor booths. All eligible athletes are welcome to register at the Bayview Senior Center on 2000 E. Lloyd St. Registration cost is $10 for the first event and $1 for each additional event. Golf, bowling, and cycling require additional fees. For more participation information, call 436.5190. To volunteer at this event, call Cheryl Fox at 912.4109.
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LIVE ART, MUSIC & CULTURE GET OUT AND LIVE
Sept. 2-Oct. 17 ARTEL GALLERY & NLAPW PRESENT OUT OF THE SHADOWS The Pensacola Branch of the National League of American Pen Writers presents Out of the Shadows, an introspective exhibit in the Vault at Artel Gallery featuring the works of a number of artists, writers, photographers and designers with insights into the introspections that sparked their creations. The mission of the NLAPW is to encourage creativity and to promote artistic endeavors in local communities. This exhibition will be on display Sept. 2-Oct. 17. For more information visit artelgallery.org.
JAMS ON THE GREEN & LET’S GET LOCAL AT EVER’MAN COOPERATIVE GROCERY & CAFE Sept.11 Come join us on the Ever’man on the green for music, food and fun, featuring live bands from around the Panhandle playing outside. Enjoy wine and food samples from some of Ever’man’s local vendors and great meals cooked right here in the Ever’man Cafe. The Ever’man Jams on the Green will be a great time for the whole family! For more information visit everman.org.
Thursday Evenings COLOR YOUR ART CLASSES AT BLUE MORNING GALLERY Color Your Art classes with Melinda Giron are available Thursday evenings from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm (Total for the month: 12 hours of instruction in watercolor, oils and acrylics). Cost is $100 per student for four class sessions and must be paid at least one day prior to the first of the class sessions. Each class is also available individually at $30 per class. A basic supply list will be provided at sign-up. To register contact Blue Morning Gallery, visit bluemorninggallery.com/classes or call Melinda at 686.5151.
Sept. 2-3 SOUTHEASTERN TEEN SHAKESPEARE COMPANY AUDITIONS FOR 10TH SEASON The Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company (SETSCO) invites all teen members of the community to audition for its tenth company. SETSCO will hold auditions for the 2014-2015 season Sept. 2 & 3 at Tower East, 1010 N. 12th Avenue. Auditions will begin promptly at 6 pm both days. Actors ages 13-19 are eligible to audition for acceptance into the company,
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which is a one-year commitment that begins in September and ends in August 2015. For more information visit setsco.org.
Theatre. Improv is unscripted theatre where dialogue is created instantaneously. Tickets are $7 available at the PLT box office prior to shows.
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ADULT WORKSHOPS AT THE PMA: COLLAGE, IMAGE TRANSFERS, AND ALTERNATIVE PROCESSES WITH ARTIST NICHOLAS CROGHAN
WUWF’s RadioLive is back for the first Thursday of each month at the Museum of Commerce at 201 E. Zaragoza St. Concerts start at 6 pm. This concert will feature Malcolm Holcombe, Callaghan and Chris Alvarado. Admission is free, but please bring canned food or money to donate to Manna Food Bank. For more information visit wuwf.org.
Sept. 6 IMPROVABLE CAUSE AT PLT Improvable Cause is Pensacola’s best (and only) improvisational comedy troupe performing the first Saturday of every month at 10:30 pm in the M.C. Blanchard Courtroom Theatre at the Pensacola Little
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This workshop, led by artist Nicholas Croghan, will teach participants the history of collage, its development from the modern period to post-modernism and how artists currently utilize this process in contemporary art practices. Technical instruction includes image transfer methods, assemblage, non-traditional materials, alternative processes and proper surface preparation. Students will create a unique work of art. All materials will be provided. The workshop will be Sept. 6, 10 am-4 pm. Cost is $75 for PMA members and $90 for non-members. For more information and registration email cglover@pensacolamuseum.org or visit pensacolamuseum.org.
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DR. JOHN AND THE NIGHT TRIPPERS AT THE SAENGER Sept. 18 The legendary Dr. John, a six-time Grammy Award-winning musician and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee will bring a bit of New Orleans to the Saenger Theatre Sept. 18 at 7:30 pm. The iconic musician is a 12-time Grammy nominee and six-time winner and is well known as the embodiment of New Orleans musical culture. Tickets are $49, $55, or $70 and are available at the Saenger box office or pensacolasaenger.com.
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IHMC EVENING LECTURE SERIES PRESENTS SITTING—THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY
PANHANDLE COMMUNITY THEATRE PRESENTS YEE HAW LIVE
Join the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition for the latest edition of its evening lecture series on the second Thursday of each month. On Sept. 11 Esther Gokhale will speak on the topic Sitting—The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. The talk is free but reservations are recommended. Doors open at 5:30 pm and the lecture begins at 6:00 pm. The IHMC is located at 40 S. Alcaniz St. For reservations call 202.4462.
Sept. 11 MIRANDA LAMBERT PLATINUM TOUR AT THE PENSACOLA BAY CENTER Country sensation Miranda Lambert will take to the Pensacola Bay Center stage Sept. 11 in support of her fifth studio album Platinum, complete with a glittering, platinum-themed signature stage set. Joining Lambert will be opening acts Justin Moore and Thomas Rhett. Tickets are $34.25 or $60.25 and are available at the Pensacola Bay Center box office and at pensacolabaycenter.com.
In the tradition of true variety shows, this one offers a country flavor. dripping with comedy, singing, dancing, magic, cornfields and stuff you ain’t never seen before. Moonshine may or may not be served, but laughs will be aplenty. Saturday productions are at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees are at 2:30 pm at the Imogene Theatre at 6866 Caroline St. in Milton. For more information visit panhandlecommunitytheatre.com.
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La Brisa Restaurant located just across from the bay bridge offers southern coastal cuisine and a variety of live, local music and fun events. Come enjoy a meal set to music on the following days: Sunday brunch: John Maddox 11 am-1 pm Sunday evening: Al Martin featuring Platinum soul 4:30-7:30 pm Sept. 1: Pensacola Jazz Society Jazz jam. $15 cover 6-9 pm Sept. 5: Acoustic travelers featuring Bob Daniels and Gary Nelms Sept. 6: John Wheeler Sept. 8: Blues, Burgers and Beer. Blues night with burger and beer specials 6-10 pm Sept. 12: Platinum Soul featuring the Sounds of Motown Sept. 13: John Wheeler Sept. 20: Acoustic Travelers featuring Bob Daniels and Gary Nelms Sept. 26: Platinum Soul featuring the Sounds of Motown Sept. 27: A Touch of Grey
THE BELLES & BEAUX CALL FOR MEMBERS The Belles & Beaux group that meets weekly at the Bayview Senior Center is now welcoming new members. Belles & Beaux is a group of amateur entertainers, all over the age of 50 years, who volunteer to perform for seniors of the Pensacola community and surrounding area. The group performs at senior centers, assisted living facilities, hospitals, nursing homes, churches, and fraternal organizations. The Belles & Beaux meet for rehearsal each Monday at 1 pm at the Bayview Senior Center located at 2000 E. Lloyd Street. Performances are scheduled once a week at various locations throughout the community. For more information on joining The Belles & Beaux please call Rachel Gadolin at 206.3558.
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This exhibition brings together selections of Hunt Slonem’s work from the Permanent Collections of the Ogden Museum of Southern Art and the Pensacola Museum of Art. Slonem’s art is based on the confluence of past and present, the visible and invisible, the exotic and the everyday. Since 1977, this artist has exhibited at over 350 museums and galleries internationally. For more information visit pensacolamuseum.org.
SAENGER CLASSIC MOVIE SERIES The Saenger’s Summer Classic Movie Series is back this summer with hits from yesteryear lighting up the silver screen in the historic theatre. A survey was conducted allowing people to vote for favorite classic films to be shown. Movies will be shown on most Saturdays at 7 pm, and admission is $5. A movie 10-pack, which can be used in any combination, is available for $40. Seating is general admission. Sept. 6: It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World Sept. 20: Vertigo Sept. 27: Blazing Saddles
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Through Oct. 19 PMA PRESENTS WORKS ON PAPER: SELECTIONS FROM THE PERMANENT COLLECTION
PLT PRESENTS ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
The works on paper category includes drawings, etchings, photography, fine art prints, and watercolors. This exhibition affords the opportunity to view a range of printmaking techniques from the museum’s collection. Works represented include such artists as Thomas Hart Benton and Kathe Kollwitz. The PMA Permanent Collection has grown over the past 60 years to include over 400 artworks, with an emphasis on works on paper from the 20th and 21st century. For more information visit pensacolamuseum.org.
Sept. 12-14; 18-21 Pensacola Little Theatre is brining Annie Get Your Gun to its mainstage. Annie Get Your Gun is a fictionalized version of the life of Annie Oakley, a sharpshooter who starred in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West, and her romance with sharpshooter Frank Butler. The show will run Sept. 12-14 and 18-21. Tickets are $14, $20, $24, and $30 and are available at the PLT Box Office. For more information visit pensacolalittletheatre.com.
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PENSACOLA LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS 24 HOUR THEATRE Ready or not, the show must go on! The Pensacola Little Theatre will present five plays for your enjoyment, all casted, written, and directed within 24 hours. Auditions are open to everyone, regardless of skill level, and open at 7:30 pm on Sept. 26. If casted, rehearsals will begin the next morning at 7:30 am. The finalized performances will be held in the M.C. Blanchard Courtroom inside the Pensacola Cultural Center at 7:30 pm, Sept. 27. Tickets for this event are $10, cash or check only, and benefit the Pensacola Little Theatre. For more information, please visit pensacolalittletheatre.com
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GALLERY NIGHT & 7TH ANNUAL CANstruction Enjoy a vibrant variety of art, music, and food as you take to the brick-paved streets of Downtown Pensacola for Gallery Night. Leisurely stroll through downtown and discover the work of many businesses and local artists while sampling fresh, local cuisine. Be sure to stop by Artel Gallery to view and participate in Manna Food Pantries’ 7th Annual CANstruction event. Sculptures of cans will be created by teams comprised of the general public and an architect from the American Institute of Architects (AIA). Top sculptures will be awarded the People’s Choice Awards, where the public votes with dollars. The sculpture that raises the most wins the most, but there are no losses when all of the money raised benefits Manna Food Pantries. If you are interested in forming a team, call Christopher Kariher with the AIA at 850.432.1912 or 850.206.5070. Gallery Night is a free event that welcomes all and will be from 5-9 pm.
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PENSACOLA SYMPHONY’S OPENING NIGHT! WITH NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC GLENN DICTEROW Come join the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra on Oct. at 8 pm in the Saenger Theatre for the singular Opening Night! as they kick-off their anticipated 89th season, featuring New York Philharmonic’s longest-standing concertmaster, Glenn Dicterow. The evening begins with a delightful performance of the illustrious Overture to The Marriage of Figaro by Mozart. Following, the PSO and Maestro Rubardt welcome legendary violinist Glenn Dicterow to the stage for Beethoven’s Violin Concerto. Dicterow recently concluded an unprecedented 34 seasons as concertmaster of the New York Philharmonic. “He has been at the center of a staggering number of performances at the highest level and it is a great honor for us to share the stage with a musician of his stature.” says Rubardt, “The Beethoven Violin Concerto stands at the pinnacle of the literature; it is a perfect vehicle for Glenn’s consummate artistry.” During the second half of the concert, audience members will be captivated by two colorful ballet scores. Both are based on Greek mythology, though they are anything but alike. Samuel Barber’s dramatic and dark Medea’s Dance of Vengeance retells folklore through thrilling
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orchestral textures – then, the story of youthful love is beautifully painted in Daphnis et Chloé by Maurice Ravel. It’s a triumphant end to the beginning of a new season! There will be a special matinee dress rehearsal for the concert beginning at 2 pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the Palafox entrance of the Saenger Theatre. Then starting at 7 pm, Dr. Larry Reed will present Classical Conversations. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn more about the music, as well as a chance to hear from the evening’s guest artist. The event is free with your concert ticket. Tickets for Opening Night! go on sale Sept. 15 and start at $22 – get yours at pensacolasymphony.com, by phone at 850-435-2533, and at the Saenger Theatre Box Office.
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GIVE NONPROFIT NEWS GET OUT AND GIVE
Sept. 12 SOGO PRESENTS: EPICUREANS FOR EPILEPSY Michelle Byrd, Case Manager; Big Sister Laura Bryant; Little Sister Shay Photo courtesy of Big Brothers Big Sisters of NWFL
The Epilepsy Resource Center invites you to join them at So Gourmet for a food and wine tasting Friday, Sept. 12 from 6-8 pm. The event is $75 per person and benefits the ERC’s dedication to helping individuals and families impacted by epilepsy. To RSVP, email lorlich@efof.org or call 433.1395.
BIG BROTHERS AND BIG SISTERS ANNOUNCE “BIG OF THE YEAR” Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Escambia County proudly announce Laura Bryant as 2013’s Big of the Year. Having been matched with her “Little Sister” Shay in 2007, Laura has guided her through many exciting activities and firsts including planting their own garden, learning pottery, and even going to Disney World. Sharing a love for books, Laura and Shay frequent local bookstores and the library, helping Shay become and A/B Honor Roll student! Big Brothers and Big Sisters thank Laura for all she does for her Little Sister. She was awarded on Aug. 8 at the NAS Saufley Field where Shay cheered her on.
Through Sept. 26 UPCOMING PENSACOLA HUMANE SOCIETY EVENTS The Pensacola Humane Society invites you to join them in finding a forever home for deserving dogs and cats while enjoying all Pensacola has to offer. This September offers five fantastic events on the following dates: Sept. 6: Petco Adoption Event Sept. 6: Pensacola Dragon Boat Festival Sept. 14: Petco Adoption Event Sept. 20: Bathe-In at Pensacola Humane Society Sept. 26: Artel Goes to the Dogs Adoption events will be held at Petco on Airport Blvd. and include free goodies and information on adoption. Bathe-In events are the third Saturday of every month from April through October at the Pensacola Humane Society’s headquarters at 5 N. Q Street and is a paid event with prices ranging from $7-10. Artel Goes to the Dogs is a unique live auction benefitting the Pensacola Humane Society. Beginning at 7 pm, admission is $40 per person or $75 for couples. Visit artelgallery.com or call 791.8070 for ticketing information. For more information about all events, visit pensacolahumane.org.
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BLUE MORNING GALLERY’S BMG LOVES DOGS SHOW
CORDOVA MALL TO “PAINT THE MALL PINK”
B-M-G loves D-O-G-S. Yes, it’s true and we triple-dog-dare the public to visit Blue Morning Gallery from Aug. 24 through Sept. 27 to see what we’re barking about. The trio of featured Blue Morning Gallery artists Sue Woodson, pottery; Tom Snyder, wood; and Jan Kurtz, watercolor and jeweler, will show tribute to man’s best friend, dogs. The artists will be on hand on Gallery Night, Sept. 19, serving hot dogs for donations to benefit SouthBark, a non-profit, all-breed animal rescue facility. Make plans now to be a part of a good cause and the BMG loves DOGS show. For more information visit bluemorningallery.com.
Shoppers will once again be able to support breast cancer awareness by visiting Cordova Mall Oct. 2 for their “Paint the Mall Pink” campaign. From 5-7:30 pm guests can participate in games and giveaways, enjoy food and wine samples, and view product demonstrations while learning an abundance of information regarding breast cancer screening, treatment, recovery, and further prevention. Businesses interested in participating in this event should contact Candy Carlisle at ccarlisle@simon.com or call at 477.7562.
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5 Foods For Better Moods, and 5 more that only bring you down Did you know the food you eat can literally make you feel happy or sad? Nutrition is one of the main components of mental health, so it’s important to stock your plate with good food while cutting some of those less beneficial alternatives. “Food can definitely alter your mood,” says Dr. Shoshana Bennett, clinical psychologist, mental health expert, and radio host. “Sometimes the effect is immediate, other times there’s a delay of an hour or so. Over time, the wrong foods can create a continuous foul mood or negative state of mind. Many people still aren’t making the connection between their emotional well-being and what they ate for dinner - or the last 200 dinners.”
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Bennett explains that certain foods can negatively affect the neurotransmitters in our brains; these chemicals control sleep, appetite, mood and more. Bad foods can also cause inflammation, which may lead to other physical and mental disorders. She recommends eating these five types of food to feel happy, healthy and balanced: 1. Complex carbohydrates Foods like beans, potatoes and whole grains are necessary for staying upbeat, as the complex carbohydrates they contain help the brain make serotonin, a mood-changing chemical. Without enough complex carbohydrates, a person can become angry and depressed. “The amino acid tryptophan is important for the formation of serotonin,” says Bennett. “Complex carbohydrates help tryptophan cross the blood/brain barrier, thereby increasing the amount of tryptophan in the brain.” 2. Cold-water fish Salmon, mackerel and sardines are high in the omega-3s that help boost mood. Several studies show that a deficit in omega-3 fatty acids is linked to anxiety and depression. Most people in the U.S. don’t eat enough fresh, cold-water fish, so supplements are required. “It’s important to use omega-3 supplements of pure quality,” says Bennett. “This means knowing where the fish comes from and how the supplements are manufactured. Nordic Naturals exceeds the highest standards of quality and produces the only omega-3 supplements I put in my body.” 3. Selenium “Research shows people with low levels of the mineral selenium have poorer moods, including the tendency toward depression,” Bennett says. Foods rich in selenium include shellfish, tuna, nuts, seeds, fish, pork, chicken and pasta. Bennett cautions that too much of this mineral is not healthy either, and recommends checking with a health care practitioner for guidance before taking selenium as a supplement. 4. Folic acid A diet too low in folic acids can deplete serotonin. Research suggests that depression can be relieved by taking folate supplements or eating more food containing folate, such as spinach, lentils, garbanzo and other beans, romaine lettuce and broccoli. “Folate is water-soluble, so your body does not store it,” says Bennett. “You need to eat foods regularly that contain it.” 5. Vitamin D Vitamin D-rich foods like eggs, milk, cheese and fatty fish (like tuna) help to activate serotonin. Furthermore, research shows a strong connection between low levels of vitamin D and symptoms of depression. “It hasn’t yet been demonstrated clearly whether low vitamin D levels cause the depression or are a result of depression,” says Bennett. “Either way, consider a blood test to check your vitamin D levels.” Knowing what foods to skip is just as important as knowing which foods to eat, so Bennett recommends cutting down on these “bad-mood foods”: 1. Sugar Eating sugar provides a rush of energy, but soon afterward, blood glucose levels drop and lead to low mood and short-temperedness. 2. Sweeteners Aspartame and other sweeteners can cause depression and insomnia since they block the production of serotonin. If you want a sweetener but are trying to avoid sugar, use stevia or xylitol instead. 3. Processed carbs Snack foods, white bread, most cereals and pasta contain processed carbs that negatively affect blood sugar levels the same way as sugar. 4. Hydrogenated oils Trans fats are physically and mentally dangerous because they can contribute to depression and other illnesses. 5. Sodium High sodium can negatively affect the neurological system and contribute to depression and fatigue. “You don’t have to make major changes all at once,” says Bennett. “It’s often more beneficial if one small, realistic alteration is made at a time. Once you experience the payoff - not just read or hear about them - then it becomes fun!”
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LOCAL YOLKS HEN, DUCK, QUAIL, OSTRICH By Emily Lullo
If you’ve tasted the difference between conventional, store-bought chicken eggs and those that come from local farms or even neighborhood chicken coops, you already know that there exists massive variety in this staple ingredient. Many local chicken farmers allow birds access to outdoors where they’re able to exercise, forage for additional food and develop natural behaviors and the fresh eggs they lay travel a relatively short distance to the farmers market where they’re often sold, giving buyers an option that is environmentally friendly and often much tastier than their mass-produced counterparts. September 2014
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Chickens aren’t the only egg-laying fowl that are roosting in the local region—far from it. Small, roving guineafowl, ducks and even a few ostriches are all producing eggs that locals can taste and try, whether it’s on a specials board at a local restaurant or from the Palafox Market to your own frying pan. While each bird’s egg has its own defining properties and subtle differences in flavor, texture and size, they all boast the versatility and nutrition-packed goodness of their most popular version. In accordance with Florida law, eggs sold at farmers markets by small-scale farmers are labeled and sold for use as pet food supplement. However, many consumers choose to utilize them for human consumption. From urban homesteaders keeping fowl in backyards and homemade coops to farmers like Roger Elliott of Green Cedars Farm and Dianna Wolfe’s quail farm to Barbara Furman’s small ostrich operation in Milton, Fla., local eggs are showing up at markets and restaurant menus in more variety than you might ever imagine.
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Duck Elliott also keeps a small number of ducks at Green Cedars, though not in the numbers of his chickens. Duck eggs are a generally a little bigger than chicken eggs, but what most people notice is the intense richness that duck eggs harbor in their deep yellow-orange yolks. While some enjoy the intense flavor of a runny duck egg yolk for dipping breakfast toast, others prefer them baked into breads or cakes. ”The yolk is larger in ratio to the white than in chicken eggs, and I think that’s what tends to give it a richer taste,” Elliott says. “Several of my customers that buy duck eggs like to bake with them because they say it makes a pound cake rise higher, and the pasture chicken eggs do that too but the duck eggs even more so.” Duck eggs have a slightly higher fat content and more calories than chicken eggs (about 130 per duck egg versus 90 in a jumbo chicken egg), but they also boast even more of the vitamins and minerals than chicken eggs. Both are considered complete proteins, meaning they contain all the essential amino acids to humans. Elliott’s ducks were mostly given to him by others who had them as pets or could no longer keep them, and they roam free at Green Cedars. He found a small market for them at the farmers market and now usually brings a limited supply when they’re available.
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The most commonly eaten eggs in the world are by far from chickens. While the cartons on grocery store shelves may contain white or brown eggs, the color of shells depends on the breed of the hen and they can range from those colors to speckled red to bluish hues. Thanks to a resurgence in homesteading practices on a national and local level, Pensacola citizens recently organized to work toward changing ordinances to allow people to legally keep laying hens in residential zones. The rules in place loosened requirements for distances to other structures where coops can be placed and kept rules about the number of fowl one residence can keep. Outside of the city of Pensacola, Roger and Pam Elliott, owners of Green Cedars Farm, are well versed in the trials and tribulations of keeping chickens, but on a much larger scale. The community oriented agri-tourism farm business is home to about 250 chickens, along with many other animals, that produce about 250 to 275 eggs per hen per year.
While Green Cedars isn’t certified USDA organic, Elliott says he adheres to many organic farming principles, and his focus is on environmentally healthy and sustainable practices for all his crops and animals. His chickens are raised on pasture using what Elliott calls “eggmobiles,” which allow the chickens and their nesting house to be moved frequently, fertilizing the pastures and giving chickens plenty of outdoor access. “We want the chickens outside because the research shows when chickens have access to grass in their diets, the nutrients in their eggs are six to ten times higher than what you find from standard nutrition data from the USDA about caged layer eggs,” he says. “Grass is the key ingredient.” He also feeds his birds non-GMO, soy-free feed along with oyster shell for extra calcium. Consumers can find him at his usual booth at Palafox Market, but he also opens his farm up for tours for those who want to learn more.
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“I usually bring about a dozen and a half and I usually sell those either half or whole dozen and I sometimes even sell them per egg if people just want to try one,” he says.
Guinea Fowl Guinea fowl are native to Africa, but they have a long history of domestication in other areas of the world. In some places they are bred and raised for their dark meat and the birds are slightly smaller than chickens, weighing in around 1.5 to 3.5 pounds. Elliott has a small flock of free range guineafowl at Green Cedars but the ground nesting birds do a good job of hiding their nesting areas, making egg sourcing sporadic at best. When he does find their eggs, Elliott says there are people who seek them out at the market for their rich taste. “They’re a little bit smaller than a chicken egg and they have a little bit thicker shell,” he says. “Again, I think several of my customers buy those for baking.” Guinea fowl are known for being loud birds, which can be a negative or a positive. Elliott says many people keep Photo by Jade Furman them as a sort of barn alarm system because they screech and scream at the presence of anything out of the ordinary. They’re also useful for pest control purposes, eating mostly insects along with seeds. “A lot of the organic type farmers have them because they’ll go in the garden and eat the insects off the vegetables but they won’t actually eat the vegetables,” he says.
Quail Quail eggs and meat are considered gourmet delicacies in some parts of the world, and depending on the species the relatively small bird can range from 4.5 to 7.8 inches in height. They’re known for their tiny eggs which are beige in color with brown speckles. Dianna Wolfe of Wolfe’s Quail Farm in McDavid, Fla., grew up in a family that raised quail, and in 2011 when she retired, Wolfe decided to take on the business for herself. Her covey of 250 birds produce a huge bounty of eggs daily, and she utilizes special lighting to allow production throughout the year. “I go out several times a day to collect the eggs so they don’t sit in the heat,” Wolfe says. While in North America and other parts of the world quail eggs are often seen on the menus of upscale eateries or sushi restaurants, in other locales boiled or fried quail eggs are sold as an inexpensive street food. The petite eggs taste very similar to chicken eggs, and they have more protein and vitamins than the same amount of their chicken counterparts as well. They can be cooked in much the same ways as chicken eggs, but Wolfe’s favorite preparation is pickled, and she specializes in flavors like dill, smoked and a popular Cajun variety made with her own homegrown jalapenos. Wolfe also specializes in another crafty use for her quail eggs, which she sells from her etsy store The Quail Cottage. She creates unique pregnancy announcements that utilize a cleaned out, speckled egg shell which recipients crack open to find the announcement that has been carefully placed inside. “I ship those things all across the world every day,” she says. “It says ‘crack me’ on the little box and inside there’s a little note, like a fortune cookie, that says ‘we’re egg-specting.’”
Ostrich Tucked away on an expanse of land in Milton, Fla., Barbara and James Furman have maintained an ostrich farm for almost two decades. In the early nineties, ostrich farming soared in popularity, and family and friends of the Furmans decided to pool resources and put the family’s pasture land to use. “We did research and visited lots of big ranches,” Barbara says. “We’re just a family unit but we thought it would be fun and maybe something we could work towards a retirement project.” Barbara says the pair learned the most through visiting other ranches, but starting their own ostrich farm was a learning experience in itself. The flightless birds can grow from six to nine feet in height and weigh up to 320 pounds, and they’re known for producing the largest egg of any living bird. Ostriches are also farmed for meat, feathers and leather made from their skin. Ostrich hens like Barbara’s current one, named Mrs. Dithers, nest in a simple pit in the ground that is dug by the male bird, and hens lay eggs intermittently throughout the year, producing a roughly three-pound egg every other day for a couple months before shutting down for several weeks. The cream-colored eggs appear glossy and are covered by a texture of small depressions, and can only be opened using a drill or a dremel. “The first time I was going to eat an infertile egg here at home I decided to get a big mixing bowl in this sink and I hit it on the side of my stainless steel sink to crack it,” she says. “Well, it dented my sink and the egg was unscathed.” As for their taste, ostrich eggs aren’t as exotic as the giant shell would have you believe. While one egg is roughly equal in volume to two dozen chicken eggs, the flavors are remarkably similar. “Most people can’t tell the difference,” Barbara says. “To me, they’re a lighter, fluffier, so they’re really good for a soufflé, massive quiches.” To get a taste of one of Mrs. Dithers eggs, check the specials at the only restaurant where the Furmans’ ostrich eggs are currently available, My Favorite Things, often cooked up into customized personal frittatas.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE FARMERS, LOCATIONS, OR PRODUCTS CONTACT THESE FARMS AND VENDORS. Green Cedars Farm Palafox Market 850-698-0107 850-434-5371 greencedarsfarm.com
Wolfe’s Quail Farm 850-380-7283
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CRAFT FOOD HANDMADE • LOCAL
By Kelly Oden
Photos by Guy Stevens
Call it artisan, craft, small batch, handcrafted or even homemade — whatever the label, the end result is often more delicious and more nutritious than the big food alternative. Craft food producers are typically extremely personally invested in their products, taking great care with process and ingredients and often tweaking recipes to gastronomical perfection. Many begin with family recipes passed down for generations while others discover a talent or hobby like beekeeping, baking or canning and develop that into a local culinary product. Legally, there are a variety of ways that people can produce food for sale in the state of Florida. Typically artisanal food makers are working under cottage industry laws by preparing food in their homes or under commercial food preparation laws by owning or renting a commercial kitchen or using a small production facility.
COTTAGE INDUSTRY
COMMERCIAL KITCHEN
Recent changes to the cottage industry laws have made it easier for home food makers to sell their products from home, at farmers markets or at roadside stands and craft fairs. Cottage food usually refers to prepared food products such as jams, sauces and baked goods that are prepared in a home kitchen. No license or permit is required to sell prepared foods under Florida’s cottage food laws. There are no training or inspection fees, but the producer may only sell directly to consumers — no wholesale, mail order, or internet sales are allowed. Many of the craft foods available at the Palafox Market fall under cottage foods law and must be labeled as such.
If a craft food producer wants to sell his or her product in a store, to a restaurant, via mail order or online, their products must be produced in a licensed commercial kitchen. Many producers opt to rent a commercial kitchen in order to prepare their food to code. Some rent from restaurants during their off time while others rent from churches or from cooking schools. Since licensed commercial kitchens meet all codes, these producers are able to sell their products wholesale, thus reaching a much wider market. Commercially licensed food must have shelf stability tests in which the product is tested for acidity and other lab work is done to ensure shelf stability and to run nutrition facts for labeling.
CHILITO Aaron Ruis and his wife Rollalyn started selling their popular Chilito sauce in February of this year and it’s already a big hit. Made from a family recipe originating with Ruis’s great grandmother, Ruis sells roughly 100 jars of the spicy and flavorful sauce every Saturday at the Palafox Market. Ruis grew up with the sauce and often made it for his friends at church. When he lost his job in the nonprofit sector, those friends encouraged him to go into the Chilito business. Chilito production is a family affair with Ruis, his wife and their four daughters pitching in on production days. Ruis makes the Chilito in his home but takes great measures to ensure sanitary conditions. The jars are sanitized and he uses commercial, restaurant grade utensils and mixing buckets. The popularity of Chilito may take Ruis out of the cottage industry and into a commercial kitchen in the future as he has already received inquiries into retail and wholesale purchasing.
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SUPER SOUPS After renting commercial kitchens for past food ventures, Kelly Green of Super Soups decided to build her own commercial kitchen on her property in Gulf Breeze in order to have more control over her product and production schedule. Green has been making her delicious Super Soups for five years and receives orders from over 100 natural food stores, including Ever’man Cooperative Grocery and Cafe. With a focus on health and flavor, Green chooses healthy, mostly organic and non-GMO ingredients for her soup mixes. She began making the soups from scratch for herself and for family and friends and her business has now grown to over 50,000 bags of soup per year.
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CO-PACKING AND PRODUCTION FACILITIES Once a producer has reached a certain level of sales and popularity, it is often beneficial to use a small scale facility in which they can prepare or cook and bottle their products according to commercial specifications.
MD FAMILY FOODS Husband and wife team Doc Bruce and Patty Maxwell have been making their delicious Jamaican Jerk hot sauces for about seven years. Inspired by Doc’s time spent living in Jamaica, the couple originally made the sauces for friends and family. Demand grew and the pair decided to go commercial, originally renting kitchen space at Sanders Beach Community Center. There, they did all of the prep work, cooking, sanitizing, bottling, labeling and packing by hand. As the business grew, this method become too labor intensive and not cost efficient. Because there are no co-packing facilities in the Panhandle, the couple now travels to St. Augustine to a family owned facility where they oversee every aspect of production. Cooked in 600 pound kettles, the couple produces roughly 400 cases per year and both the Jamaican Jerk and the hot sauce placed in the 2013 hot pepper awards in NYC. The secret to the couple’s popular sauce is in the pepper—a hybridized cross between a scotch bonnet, a Caribbean red and a sweet bell pepper. The couple had the pepper officially named “Doc’s Darling.” Straight off the vine, the pepper is incredibly intense and hot, but when combined with Doc’s proprietary blend of Caribbean spices, the heat moves to the back and allows the flavor to shine through. Both sauces are sold at Palafox Market, Ever’man Cooperative Grocery, Apple Market and many more local and national grocers.
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Pensacola Scene
At the Pensacola State College Steve McCurry Sponsor Receprtion
Barbara Brantley, Shawn Brantley and Betty Roberts
Dee Green and Patrice Whitten
PSC Gallery Director, Vivian Spencer and Art Department Head, Krist Lien
PSC President, Ed Meadows
At the Pensacola State College Foundation’s Press Conference for the Switzer Family’s $1 Million Gift
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PSC Art Department Head, Krist Lien
Kathy Browser and Mark A. Hopkins
The Switzer family presents a $1 million check to PSC.
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