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CONTENTS
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2015
VOLUME 12 NUMBER 5
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Publisher’s Page Contributor's Page
The fantastic writers who make this magazine a reality!
Mirror Mirror What do you see?
12 Training Through Cancer
New studies show - get up and move!
16 Sweet Sounds of Music
Local musicians and our kids.
22 Asthma and Children
What you should know.
36 24 Birthday Party Guide
Venues to plan your ultimate bash!
Keeping it safe.
36 Social Media and Photos 38 Great Books for Great Kids .
Alexandra Brown shares this issues treasures!
Connecting kids Cornhole Tournament and Emerald Coast Con 2015!
40 Fairs, Festivals and Fun 41 Charitable Events
On the Cover: The Randomz cover from Ohana Records after school band program. Ohana Records in Rosemary Beach focuses on music education through the formation of authentic student bands. The Randomz are Skylar: Vocals/Acoustic Guiter, Alex: Bass Guitar, Kobe: Drums/Keyboards, Eli: Electric Guitar, Carson: Keyboards/Drums
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I don't know about you, but it seems to me that summer flew by on warp speed! I'm not sure if it’s because we had fewer weeks off school this summer, or if it was all the adventures we were able to pack into our "lazy" summer days, or a combination of both! For my family and me, this past summer was all about trying new things, traveling, and spur-of-the-moment fun and activities. And here we are, back to the start of a new school year and back to routines, order and structured days. One of the new routines I recently added is working out. Yes, it’s true. One can now catch me at the gym at the ungodly hour of 5:15 AM. I've never been an early riser so this has been a big adjustment for me. However, I can honestly say I really like it! It's not your typical gym either, so I feel right at home with the diversity of the other individuals there: older, younger, skinnier, more fit, less fit - people of all sizes, shapes and backgrounds. The way we all work with each other brings us closer as we gruel through the hour, pushing through our workout as best as we can. There are no machines - just weights, ropes, and my least favorite, the plow. It’s called Move Strong Destin, and they keep you moving and encourage you to eat right and work out. It's definitely been a positive routine added into my life. Of course, it wouldn't be a new school year without new school routines - which push me to the top of my game. Juggling my two's schedules and driving here and there and everywhere takes some serious organization. And I only have two! My gosh - my friends have anywhere up to eight! How they cope, I'll never know. I just chalk it up to me being the old momma on the block, at least 10 years older than most of my friends. They keep me moving and that helps keep my routine in check.
when I was the same age as my children, she kept our days structured. At 5:30 we had to be home, hands washed and ready to eat! We would play with the kids in the neighborhood and have kickball games and baseball games, put on plays, and as a group just did so many wonderful things… wonderful memories of all the fun and adventure I had, but we still had our routines. Dinner at 5:30, then dishes, cleanup, homework, bath and bed. It hardly ever changed. These days our routines revolve around after-school classes - dance, art, gymnastics, and various sports. Then we have our family time or eat on the road in the car. Dinner is not always at home around the table, but on those days we have to grab and go, I try to be intentional about turning off the car radio and making a routine of talking, sharing, and communicating with my kiddos. I get it, we want to give our children every available opportunity. Those opportunities often cut into family time. Having less family time and having to be flexible in our routines should not mean that what time we do have should suffer. Studies show that children do better with routines. So start small... read a book before bed, have a family game night, pick a favorite go-to place for dinner on busy nights or simply make it a routine to say I love you to those that you do! l love to say it out loud and hold the kids close. You never know what tomorrow may bring so make this part of your daily routine. You can never show a child too much love! The British politician Sebastian Coe wrote, "Nobody ever becomes an expert parent. But I think good parenting is about consistency. It's about being there at big moments, but it's also just the consistency of decision-making. And it's routine." I challenge you, dear readers, to add a little something special into your routines! Enjoy your loved ones, whether they are here On The Coast or anywhere else in the world.
Another added routine to our home involves my mom. She is 89 and is living with us in this blessed area. She is funny, witty and has brought so much more life into our already enriched lives. Living under the same roof with her again after 30 years, I've noticed she is a woman of routine. I remember
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Contributors Crystal Tingle
Erika Scannell
Denise Gates Denise is a freelance writer and editor, the stay-at-home mother of two teenage boys, and a military wife whose husband’s career takes her all over the country but whose heart remains in Destin, FL. As any writer knows, a second set of eyes is essential before submitting an article for publication. Denise is often asked to be that second set of eyes for us – to read over articles and make sure the Is are dotted and the Ts are crossed. Denise reviews articles and restructures them as necessary to make sure the writer’s message shines through. Writers put their passion down on paper, but we run it by Denise first.
Paul Hunter Paul Hunter, B.S., C.S.C.S, lives On the Coast with his wife and three teenagers infusing science with his playful style yielding astonishing results at Grayton Beach Fitness, voted Best Place to Work Out on 30-A. He may be reached at: graytonbeachfitness@gmail. com
Erika Scannell has been married to Kip for nearly 10 years and has enjoyed living in this area for the past 13. Mother to 5 incredible children and active in her church and community as a volunteer MOPS Coordinator, SW Football Secretary and speaker. Enjoys running, reading and writing and plans to publish her first book this year.
Crystal, along with her husband of 19 years and 3 boys, has been living in the Destin area since 2005. She is Founder of TheFitandHealthyLife.com which is a resource website created to teach and empower women to become the best version of themselves at any age through healthy food and fitness. Her passion to help women grew from her own transformation from frumpy mom to fit mom when she finally learned to stop comparing herself to others and focus on being the best that she could be…competing only with herself and all of this happened after 40!
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Tiffany Toler Alexandra Brown Alexandra lives in Destin and is married to Jerry Brown and has 2 daughters, Ellen (14) and Clara (12). She has loved reading since the age of 3 and also loves snow skiing, hiking and mountain biking.
Tiffany recently relocated with her newly wed husband and their dog from Eglin AFB to McGuire AFB in NJ. She enjoys contributing to On the Coast magazine doing research for all things including the event calendar, web editorial and newsletters.
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After years of visiting the Emerald Coast, Leslie Moland is proud to call herself a local. She is an active part of the community, working closely with the White-Wilson Community Foundation and as public relations specialist at WhiteWilson Medical Center in Fort Walton Beach, Fla. Leslie is a self-described Southern Belle who enjoys taking full advantage of Florida’s long, sunny days, fresh seafood and laid back atmosphere.
Carolyn Jabs Carolyn Jabs, M.A., raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has been writing Growing Up Online for ten years and is working on a book about constructive responses to conflict.
On the Coast Magazine takes pride in having locals tell us their stories! If you have a story of interest, please feel free to reach out to us at OTC@OntheCoastMag. com or send us a message on Facebook at On the Coast Magazine. Who knows, you and/or your story might have a chance at being published!
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Mirror, Mirror
By Crystal Tingle
Mirror, mirror on the wall, Who is the prettiest of them all?
“Certainly not you,” the mirror replied, “With those monstrous hips and bulging thighs!” But I work so hard day and night. I count my calories with every bite! I go to the gym and the gamut I do The treadmill, weights, aerobics… to name but a few. The scale tells my tale, not a friend, mostly foe Why 3 lbs. heavier today I do not know! I am tired and I am weak but I have to keep losing My body I’ll conquer if I keep beating and bruising. It will have to give in. It will have to take shape. From the ugly I see, I will finally escape. But the mirror replied, “That’s enough, can’t you see? From this image before you, you will never flee! For the girl in the mirror is a perception in your mind, and the only way you will ever leave this behind Is to realize most girls feel the same, insecure And that none of their thoughts are completely pure. Covetousness, envy, jealousy, strife Always wanting someone else’s life… ‘She has the perfect body. Why can’t I look like that? But instead I am surrounded by all of this fat!’ When actually the other is in turn looking at another girl Saying, ‘She’s got everything you could want in this world!’ So unless you determine to be who YOU are, You will find out one day that you have gone too far. For one day you will look at me,” said the mirror, “and the image you see Will be your worst nightmare. It will be reality. For you are as you think and become what you see So do yourself a favor and set yourself free. From the mirror to you, I beg and I plea… See yourself as valuable when you look at me. Your special design is like no other The person you are, don’t try to smother. Realize instead you should head a different direction And determine instead to improve on perfection.”
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Can you relate to those words? I can. I wrote them. I know it’s not the most well-written poetry you’ve ever read, but these words reflect raw private thoughts and self-perception during a very dark time in my life. I was 28 years old and had been married for just over a year… and I hated my body! And I told myself that daily. I literally almost starved it to death because I wanted to have smaller hips than what God gave me. I wanted to look like my lean, thin gorgeous friends. I binged and purged and ran several miles, two to three times a day. Signs that my body was giving out began to become evident. It had to stop. I had to stop! And I did. But the war still rages in my mind and it’s a daily battle, with my thought life, that is… Why am I writing this now? Not to highlight eating disorders but rather to shed light on this blanket of self-hate and toxic thoughts that covers so many women, keeping our true beauty and worth in the dark. What I walked through then is ultimately the reason I ended up becoming a health and fitness coach today. And, by being real and transparent, I hope to show women that they are not alone in their struggles with body image or the terrible things we say about ourselves each day.
There are many scientific and biblical references to the power of our spoken words, whether about ourselves or others, and our personal thoughts that lie within. They can be life-giving and promote health or they can be toxic and have physical and emotional ramifications. Yet knowing this truth, we still let them take root and cultivate an image not at all like who we really were created to be, allowing these toxic adjectives to define us. Why is this? CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
A recent study revealed that 97% of women have at least one self-hate thought a day regarding their appearance.
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Because we give them power to do so and don’t even realize it. A recent study revealed that 97% of women have at least one selfhate thought a day regarding their appearance. That’s astounding! The sad truth is until they were asked to keep a record of these thoughts, most were unaware of even having them. We yield our minds and thoughts daily by comparing ourselves to others who are struggling just as we are. This study didn’t just apply to overweight women. It included all types and shapes. At my skinniest (which is a term I have grown to despise because I no longer desire to be skinny but instead to be the leanest, fittest, healthiest version of me), I was the most insecure. I had what I thought I wanted and still hated myself!
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“I am more than what you see.” I had to focus on realizing WHO I was created to be, not what I was created to look like. Sure, every woman wants to feel and look beautiful, but beauty is subjective and different through everyone’s eyes. I had to look in the mirror and see ME. What can I do with the “me” in the mirror today that will make me a better contribution to others, myself and my family tomorrow?
stones may break my bones but words will never hurt!” Hogwash! I have never heard anything further from the truth. Words do hurt…and most of them are our own!
I mentioned earlier that the battle in my mind still rages daily. We are bombarded by internet and magazine images that make us shrink back as if we are less than what we see. The difference between when I wrote that poem and now is that I have learned to take captive a large portion of those toxic thoughts and words and replace them with life-giving ones instead. I don’t always hit the mark but I still consider myself the victor…for true success is doing something today better than you did it yesterday. It is not about perfection (as if you will ever reach that desired destination!) but rather it’s about the journey. Remember the power that your words and thoughts carry. Choose today to use that power to build not only others up but yourself as well. And as you are empowered, you will be able to help others…maybe the very ones you were comparing yourself to begin with!
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I had to OWN my thoughts. I cannot control what others think or say whether nice or cruel; however, I can control what I say and think. By writing down my negative thoughts as I hear them, I can visualize who the real enemy is…me! For every negative thought, I counter it with a positive attribute about what I look like or who I am. I do my best to shut off the noise of what others may think or say. If they are focusing on me, they are not doing their part to better themselves and that tells me they are struggling, so why does what they think matter, especially about me?
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I had to recognize that I am not alone and that the very woman to whom I may be comparing myself has her own story…they all do. I haven’t walked in her shoes and our feet probably aren’t even the same size. Allowing comparisons to a 5’10” beautiful blonde is really not a smart use of my energy. All the had to look in the mirror coveting in the world is not going to change and see ME. What can the color of my black hair to blonde and grow I do with the “me” in the me 5” taller. Move on!! Use that energy to work mirror today that will make on things that will make ME a better, healthier me a better contribution to friend, wife and mother. others, myself and my family tomorrow? The reality and ultimate solution is to take back your power. And believe it or not, the lost power is not at the hands of others, it’s against your own mind! You have heard, “Sticks and
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Cancer is a tough word. For our parents and grandparents, it meant a certain unfortunate outcome. Fortunately, research into this deadly disease has brought forth new therapies and greater outcomes of survival. One area where work has increased and shown us some light is in the area of exercise for the cancer patient and survivor. In the past, clinicians have advised patients to “take it easy,” avoiding any unnecessary exertion or activity. Fortunately, current research has shown the opposite may be what we are looking for. New recommendations from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the largest sports medicine and exercise science organization in the world, were presented at its 57th Annual Meeting in Baltimore. “We’re seeing better everyday function and overall higher quality of life for cancer survivors who exercise,” said Kathryn Schmitz, Ph.D., M.P.H., FACSM, lead author of the cancer recommendations and presenter at the ACSM Annual Meeting. She is an associate professor of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and a member of the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Among its conclusions, the roundtable consensus statement says that: • To the extent they are able, cancer patients and survivors should adhere to the 2008 federal government’s Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans (PAG), which recommend at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity. In general, these guidelines (which are grouped into different age categories) are appropriate for cancer survivors. In particular, the first two words of those guidelines are relevant to cancer survivors during and after treatment: Avoid inactivity. • Clinicians should advise cancer survivors to avoid inactivity, even patients with existing disease or who are undergoing difficult treatments. • Exercise recommendations should be tailored to the individual cancer survivor to account for exercise tolerance and specific diagnosis. For example, cancer CONTINUED ON PAGE 14
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In the past, clinicians have advised patients to “take it easy,” avoiding any unnecessary exertion or activity. Fortunately, current research has shown the opposite may be what we are looking for.
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patients with weakened bones may be advised to avoid heavy weight-training in order to avoid fractures. • Clinicians and fitness professionals should pay close attention to cancer survivors’ responses to physical activity in order to safely progress exercise programs and avoid injuries. • Although more research should be done on the effects of strength training on cancer survivors, the practice generally appears to be beneficial. The roundtable statement also recommends certain alterations to the PAG for specific types of cancer: breast, prostate, colon, and hematologic (blood or bone marrow). Schmitz says exercise provides benefits to cancer survivors beyond the physical, too. “In preliminary observations, breast cancer survivors experienced improved body image as a result of a regular physical activity program,” she said. “Add that to improved aerobic fitness and strength, decreased fatigue, and increased quality of life, and exercise proves to be a crucial part of recovery for cancer survivors.”
As a personal trainer and cancer survivor, I had this engrained into me prior to my diagnosis. I knew that movement was good for my body even without a specific team of researchers telling me so. What I learned was I was not able to do what I could do prior to treatments. As we go through challenges, whether physical, mental or spiritual, we must face them and also do those things which strengthen us. Pacing was important. I stopped running everywhere I went and walked instead. Running even 20 yards would put me into bed for the remainder of the day. Walking was slower and allowed me to maintain my albeit lower energy throughout the day. Yes, there is a new, temporary you that you need to get to know, and much of it is learning that you can’t and shouldn’t do as much as you were, while still remembering your body is designed to move even a little if that is all you have. If you can walk from your side of the bed to the other side, great. Now try walking back to where you began. The next day, go a little farther, then farther. Until you try, you will never know. As the guidelines suggest, each person is different due to prior conditions, age, preparedness - physically, mentally and spiritually, diagnosis, treatment and support system. If you are not sure where to begin, please ask for assistance. These recommendations by the ACSM are for cancer; however, the mindset can be utilized in other areas of your life that may be challenging you. If you have read this far, you are either a survivor yourself, know of a survivor or one day will be in one of those two categories. Start now and you will be ahead of the game when a challenge arises.
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I can’t think of one person I know who doesn’t like music. Music has been around since the beginning of time. How different cultures throughout the years created these sounds may have varied, but people have been making, singing and listening to music for thousands of years. They may not have known why they sang and played what they did but with science today, we now know that music actually has many health benefits that can’t be disregarded. To name just a few, studies have shown it helps to reduce pain, elevate mood, decrease stress and anxiety, enhance brain function regarding mathematics and reading skills and increase athletic performance. And music, similar to beauty, is in the eyes, oops, ears of the listener. I have my favorites, but I love listening to many types of music. I have a playlist of pop and hip hop workout music, inspirational worship music, jazz, R&B and even a country list when feel like kicking up my heels. The reason I have so many is because each affects my mood and energy in different ways. Some excite and energize me while others have a calming effect and help me to de-stress. As I mentioned earlier, music is very personal to each person. And while musically-untalented people like myself can only listen and choose the music we desire to hear, I am so thankful for the ones who create it, like my son, so that I may enjoy. He is so musically gifted. He has learned to play the guitar, drums, and keyboard. He also loves songwriting and singing. But with any gift or talent, training and proper instruction are vital to developing and finetuning your skill. This is why I am also so thankful for the ones who use their talent and training to teach, nurture and bring out the gift in others. Growing up in a small town, I had few options for qualified instructors even if I had wanted to learn to sing or play an instrument. But that is certainly not the case for this small but rich-in-talent area On the Coast. We are so blessed to have so many options available to students both young and older who wish to enrich their lives by learning to sing and perform or play an instrument. So I thought I would briefly highlight just a few that would love to help you find your voice in all the Sounds of Music!
Dreamcatcher’s Vocal Performance Studio Destin Caroline Majure (770) 330-6964 clmsings@yahoo.com
Caroline has been working with my son for a little over a year and I have to say he loves it and her. He thinks she is just the coolest, and she is. She meets each student right where they are and embraces their personal style as if it were her own. “It is performing and being comfortable singing whatever type of music speaks to your heart. I don’t always like the kind of music my students choose but I know it is important for them to do what moves them. I allow and encourage my students to do the music that speaks to their soul. Lots of music teachers call me out for that but I know in my soul that doing what is in your heart delivers across the stage much better than the alternative.” Caroline also believes in the A to Zs of knowing the industry. She emphasizes everything from the fundamentals of breathing technique to understanding how to set up and operate sound equipment. She is classically trained with a major in music theory, but Caroline attributes the success of her students to the “street smart” knowledge gained through her many years of performing CONTINUED ON PAGE 18
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with different bands. Still a part of the DeJaVu Band as well as The Village Belles, a military tribute, she keeps herself current with the industry and holds Make It Shine performances each fall at Harborwalk where her students showcase what they have learned. I have been to one and they are actually quite fabulous. Her students range from age 5 to 64 and they perform not only in front of family and friends but whoever happens to be enjoying Harborwalk that evening. Her philosophy is the same for all ages, “Sing all you can be," which she said means it takes more than just a good voice. It takes connecting with your audience as well. “My goal,” said Caroline, “is to get their voices the best they can be and then get them out to the public so that the world can see what they have to offer!” Caroline Majure
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Santa Rosa Beach Ray and Lisa Cyr (850) 231-3199 www.studio237musicschool.com studio237dawson@gmail.com With students ranging from five years of age to adult, the Cyrs have a staff of ten instructors that teach from vocal performance to various instruments such as piano, guitar, drums, violin, cello, bass, ukulele, clarinet, trumpet, banjo and more. Ray and Lisa have spent the last several years building this incredible team of experienced instructors with backgrounds ranging from college degrees, performance experience and private instruction. Not only will you learn the desired skill but also you will be able to put it into practice by performing with about 50 other students in one or both of the two recitals offered during the year. "We have a passion for students to discover, develop and demonstrate music," they explain. You can view an example of the recitals on their website. Ray Cyr
Studio 237 is a very spacious facility offering six classrooms which means more class options to accommodate different schedules. Ray and Lisa aren’t stopping there. Their vision is to one day build a music education and performance complex in South Walton County. Their goal for Studio 237 is to educate each student to discover, develop and demonstrate music in a nurturing environment and to pass on the art and theory of music in Santa Rosa Beach and surrounding communities.
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Crestview/Niceville Greg Brown (850) 601-0750 www.smoothstonesmusic.com fivesmoothstonesmusic97@gmail.com Since he opened in 1997, Greg Brown has been training and instructing students from six years of age to 96 in piano and vocal performance in the Niceville and Crestview area. He holds one recital per year and his goal for every student is “on your worst lesson with me it should be 51% fun. Music should be fun to play and fun to learn. I structure everything that I do in class around the desires, ambition, and skill level of the student.” Greg teaches traditional note-reading as well as improvisation and playing using music theory (playing by ear). “The NUMBER ONE Greg Bro wn thing I look for in every student taking lessons with me is the desire and passion to learn piano. I don't care about talent. I would never say that you should not force a child to take piano lessons; I believe that everyone is different and that in fact some children do need to be pushed into piano. However I have stated emphatically over the years that if that is the case then I am not the teacher for you. I look for desire first, talent second.” Greg has a degree in vocal performance as well as a jazz piano performance major. His professional experience ranges from rehearsal pianist for the Joffrey Ballet of New York City to vocal performance at Carnegie Hall. He has even composed a soundtrack for a short film in Robert Redford's Sundance film festival. CONTINUED ON PAGE 20
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Fort Walton Beach Darla Briganti (850) 803-2425 aclassactstudio@hotmail.com Most call her Miss Darla but she works with older students as well as the young. She worked with my middle son on a few vocal auditions that he submitted. I call her the “polisher” to the performance. As Caroline said, singing is more than just words; it’s about grabbing your audience and holding them. With 25 years professional musical theatre credits and 30 years as a professional acting coach, Darla can help you do just that. She teaches a unique system that empowers vocalists to reveal the story behind their songs by using proven techniques using eye-lines, body language, and overall presence. Darla Briganti She offers a vocal performance workshop (Acting for Singers) as well as video audition demos that are a great marketing tool for agents, casting sites, websites, and fan pages.
Omar Sherif
With all the options in this small area, Omar brings yet another element to this group of gifted instructors. Omar is an award-winning songwriter seeking talented artists to put a voice to his words and music. “I compose and produce songs and help develop local artists. I teach them to sing the song as I hear it and welcome their interpretation, advice and constructive criticism on the song as well. I provide them with a place to spotlight their vocals and brand on our website which is set to launch in the fall of 2015.”
But as Caroline mentioned, it takes more than just a good voice. It takes an ability to perform and truly connect and capture your audience. Omar is looking for the “wow” factor and is constantly seeking venues to showcase his clients and his music. He is currently working with Rena Marie, a local artist. He seeks artists like Rena because of his own passion: “Doctors examine your body when you’re sick, find out the problem and prescribe an anecdote. Dentists make your smile straight and brighter and extract teeth that cause you pain or problems. I write songs for the scars of relationships and the sweet spot of love, falling in love…it’s my way of prescribing medicine for the emotions and my way of making people smile and have brighter days.” Omar’s experience and education ranges from being a selftaught drummer as he watched and learned from some good old-fashioned gospel sensations to a B.A. degree from Greenville College, as well as music theory classes and a music education from NWFLC. Omar also teaches piano and drums to all ages at Destin School of Music and Dance. Rena Marie
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As the lazy days of summer fade into the hectic days of fall, we fold up the beach chairs for a seat on the bleachers and find ourselves scrambling to prepare for another busy school year. For parents of the one in 10 school-age children who has asthma, back to school carries a myriad of additional concerns.
Asthma is the third ranking cause of hospitalization for children under 15 and has a wide range of triggers. Keeping asthmatic children out of the ER and on the playground can be a challenge, and for those effected by asthma, each day can feel like a gamble. “When you are worried that your child may experience an asthma attack, sending him or her to school can be scary,” says White-Wilson Medical Center pediatrician, Dr. Evan Meeks. “Attacks can also be scary for caregivers who may be unsure of how to handle the situation and for children in an unfamiliar environment. Controlling asthma and preparing for attacks is key to mitigating its effects.” Parents who take an active role in understanding their child’s individual needs, how they react to medications and potential triggers are better equipped to manage the disease. “It is important to understand your child’s medications, how to use them effectively and to empower yourself and your child’s caregivers to handle asthma-related scenarios,” said Dr. Meeks. “Too often we find that children are over medicated or families are using medications incorrectly, which can
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create a dangerous situation.” To understand how to best manage asthma, Dr. Meeks suggests that all families work with their health care provider to develop an Asthma Action Plan. Asthma Action Plans allow children, parents and caregivers to evaluate the DR. EVAN MEEKS asthmatic’s status and properly treat the situation. The plan identifies a green zone, where asthma is under control; a yellow zone, when it is time to take action; and a red zone, when it is an emergency situation. The Asthma Action Plan can help monitor reoccurring triggers and reactions. It also details what medications and doses are needed and when. This takes the guess work out of treatment and provides an easy to understand plan of action.
The start of a new school year is the ideal time to develop a personalized Asthma Action Plan that can be shared with teachers, coaches, caregivers and friends. Having a protocol in place helps reduce hospital visits, keep children in school and provide caregivers with the tools needed to manage asthma. “The needs of each individual asthmatic are unique, so a custom team-based approach to management is extremely important,” advises Dr. Meeks. To help local families learn to control asthma, Dr. Meeks teaches Asthmatic Group Appointment Program (AGAP) classes each month in Fort Walton Beach and Niceville. During the class, participants evaluate their medications, discuss proper usage and develop an individualized Asthma Action Plan. You do not have to be a patient of Dr. Meek’s or WhiteWilson Medical Center to participate. Asthmatics of all ages and their caregivers are invited to attend. For more information or to register for an upcoming AGAP class, call 850-863-4400 or visit whitewilson.com/asthma.
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Birthday GUIDE
2015
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All Around Fun If you're looking for variety, from a daredevil experience to fantastic arcade gaming and fun, you can find the perfect locale for your next party from these fun-filled and adventurous locations.
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he very first time you sing “Happy Birthday” to your child brings such joy! Birthdays carry so much meaning - joy, hope, wonder and celebration all wrapped up on this very special day. Creating childhood memories together, sharing special moments and piecing together all the stories your child will reminisce over and talk about one day when they are older matters so much in their precious lives. Birthdays are even more special because they are milestones they can call their very own. Our area provides so many options for fun, it can be overwhelming at times, especially when trying to plan a birthday party! On the Coast Magazine makes it our mission to simplify the process! Our annual Birthday Party Guide is a starting point to create the perfect birthday party. You can finder options on our Facebook page and our website. The opportunities are endless: so get planning!
Baytowne Adventure Zone in The Village of Baytowne Wharf gives you three reasons to choose this location for your next action-packed party! Get an aerial view of the Village and its surroundings as you and your guests soar 300 feet across the lagoon, not once but twice, on the zipline 40 feet up in the air! Everyone can then head over to the Ropes Course to test their balance and agility, and from there make their way over to the Eurobungy where they can bounce so high while doing flips so fast it will make their heads spin. If all that isn't thrilling enough, they can climb the rock tower that tops off at nearly 40 feet in the air! For a more kicked-back time, enjoy the golf challenge or a tug boat experience that puts them at the helm of the coolest tug boats in The Village. All are included in your package. Call 850-428-2736. Friendly competition, fascinating games, florescent lights, and fantastic pizza is exactly what Fat Daddy’s Arcade birthday parties have to offer. Kids of all ages will have a magnificent time playing more than 65 arcade games in Destin’s newest and largest arcade. Many of the featured games award tickets which can be redeemed for amazing prizes. Make it a party to remember with delicious pizza from Fat Daddy’s Pizza and ice cream from Mother Fud’s Ice Cream. To schedule your birthday celebration at Fat Daddy’s Arcade, call 850-650-7868. For non-stop action, kids of all ages will enjoy a fun party at The Track in Destin. From putt-putt miniature golf to bumper cars, bumper boats to exciting go-karts, Kids Country rides to arcade games, kids can have a fun-filled birthday with an array of choices. Plan your next birthday party and don't worry about food - the Kids Country party package includes access to multiple rides in Kids Country and miniature golf as well as pizza, ice CONTINUED ON PAGE 26
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cream, and soft drinks, plus a party room all to yourself! Call 850-654-4668 to reserve your exciting party at The Track. Make your next birthday an adventure and have your party at Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone. They offer discounted party packages which include a private room, arcade play, half-price add-on attractions, pizza and soft drinks from Salvati’s Pizza Factory and a Creamy Cool Creation from Yogo Mogos! At Wild Willy’s, your child can enjoy a 4D movie, an inflatable zone, Ptero Jump, Adventure Golf, Spin-o-Saurus Coaster, boat battles, and more. 850-400-3300 to get all the information.
Dance Party Magic If your kids are Happy and Like to Move it Move It, or are just ready to Shake it Off or Get Low, then a dance party will be a great way for them to show off their moves with their friends! The Ballet Conservatory is teaming up with Sammy’s Pizza and Subs to provide exciting themed parties with all the food included. These parties can be for boys, girls, or both and definitely are for kids of all ages. Choose from Princess Ballets, Pirate Adventures, Broadway Bound, Happening Hip Hop, Preschool Dance, Kicking Karate, or just create your own! Parties include a structured fun-filled class with additional time to be creative followed by a yummy meal. Let the Ballet Conservatory and Sammy’s Pizza and Subs help you plan your next party! 850-897-2933.
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With a 1,000 sq.ft. dance room for parties plus an additional space for cake and presents, Rise Dance Center keeps your party-goers on their toes with dancing, games and lots of fun! For your little ballerina, the Tutu Cute Ballet Birthday Party offers dress-up tutus, wands, a cute warm-up and simple ballet dance and games. The Pop, Lock & Drop Hip Hop B'day Celebration is a great party choice for both girls and boys. Instructors will teach a simple hip hop routine, breakdance moves as well as popular dances, and get the party going with games for everyone. The Just Dance Birthday package includes dances to your child's favorite pop songs, karaoke and games for a fun-filled event. Personalize the details for your dancer including your theme, music selections and games. Packages include drinks, themed CONTINUED ON PAGE 28
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Bir thday Par ties for kids of all ages. Party packages include customized decor, goodie bags,dancing, games and fun! PARTY THEMES Tutu Cute Ballet Birthday Party Pop, Lock & Drop Hip Hop B’Day Party Just Dance Birthday Party or Create Your Own Book your party today! Or, ask about our event rental space. 4489 COMMONS DRIVE, STE A-B
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decor for the food table, paper goods and goodie bags, and crafts may be added. Call 850-214-7095.
Make A Splash There are plenty of places that offer a wonderfully wet good time here On the Coast. If your child is all about water, you might want to check out some of these venues for the special day.
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12432 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin | 850.654.3124 2118 3RD Ave, Crestview | 850.306.3298
For a swashbuckling grand time, high-stake adventure and a booty full of goodies, the Barefoot Pirate Cruise is your ticket to a birthday bash your child won't ever forget. Music and excitement fill the air as you and your mates board the ship and the crew prepares for departure. Sword fighting, water cannon battles, dancing, storytelling, and treasure hunting await. They provide a group photo, a flagraising ceremony and the birthday child gets to steer the ship. Help Captain Bones defeat Billy the Squid! Call 850-387-4011 if you dare. Dive into your next birthday party with Big Kahuna’s Island Birthday Party. This party will be one worth planning for, so book ahead because it is available in season only. The Island Birthday Party package includes all-day water park access to the Honolulu Half Pipe, adventure time in Big Kahuna’s 40 different play areas, pizza and drinks for the birthday child and guests, plus 10% off purchases at the Big Kahuna Trading Company. For reservations call 850-837-8319 ext. 30 or 31. Reservations must be made at least 7 days prior to the party date. An aquatic adventure with a party at Emerald Coast Scuba will be sure to impress. Whether a pool party, a snorkel party, or a full-out scuba dive party, there are party packages for all ages to enjoy. The staff provides the scuba gear, lifeguards, and underwater toys. This venue is available from March to November. Call 850-837-0955. CONTINUED ON PAGE 30
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New Classes Forming Now! Ballet •Jazz • Modern • PreDance • KinderDance • Tap • Pointe • Hip Hop • Contemporary
Ballet Conservatory and
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Ballet Conservatory • Bluewater Bay • 850-897-2933 • 4677 E. Hwy 20 next to Sammy’s Pizza and Subs Destin School of Music & Dance • 850-837-1133 • 4010 Commons Dr. W. in the Henderson Beach Business Center
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Looking for another wet and wild idea? Try a GUSU Paddlesports party. They offer the perfect party package to turn your child’s party into one they’ll remember forever. They provide an instructor, life vests, leashes and of course the paddleboards for the group and off they’ll go. This exciting venue provides the great outdoors and lots of exercise. Call 850-650-7999.
Departments of Energy Sometimes parents find themselves overwhelmed trying to find a party venue active enough to entertain their energetic kids. The great news is there are many locations On the Coast where children can let all that excess energy out and end up having a fantastic birthday they’ll remember forever. For an exciting, fast-paced and active party, try Bounce Party Play Zone. This indoor playspot in the Santa Rosa Mall in Fort Walton Beach offers great bounce house selections, an arcade and themed parties that will bring huge smiles to your birthday child and guests. Another plus is the air conditioning! There are four different party packages to choose from with lots of extras you can add, too. There is something for every price range and parents will love this...all include set-up and clean-up. Call 850865-3191 or 850-428-9091. Does your child dream of being a king or queen while jumping around a bouncy floor or racing through an obstacle course? Then plan a birthday bash at Emerald City Gymnastics in Fort Walton Beach! Here, your child can be birthday royalty as they and their party guests have the entire floor to themselves. CONTINUED ON PAGE 32
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The ONLY place on the Emerald Coast with Themed Birthday Parties! Bounce Houses • Slides • Free Arcade Games • Pre-school Play Area • Coloring Stations • Party Rooms/Areas • Weekly FB Specials • Open Play Day Every Day
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Santa Rosa Mall, 300 Mary Esther Blvd, Ste 50 Mary Esther, FL 32569
bouncepartyplayzone.com • Cell 850-533-0832 • Office 850-865-3191
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Two party packages are offered, King/Queen and Prince/ Princess, that combine an hour of gymnastics and games in the gym and half an hour for refreshments and presents. With the King/Queen package, everything is provided – coaches, gym time, paper goods, balloons, a ¼ sheet cake, ice cream, and drinks. The Prince/Princess package includes gym time and coaches; parents provide refreshments and decorations. With either package, clean-up is included! Call 850-863-3991. Tumble onto a fun-filled gymnastics party with U.S. Gold Gymnastics. U.S. Gold will surely make your child's birthday a memorable event by providing the set-up (table & tablecloth) and an exciting time of entertainment (obstacle courses, trampolines and fun fitness activities) in their Destin and Crestview gyms. As an added bonus, don’t worry about clean-up because it is all included along with free helium for your balloons, goody bags for your guests, and a special t-shirt for the birthday child. You can reach the Destin gym at 850- 654-3124 or the Crestview gym at 850-306-3298. Pink N Blue Avenue
Explorers Exploring the unkind is so fascinating and exciting. You can guarantee the fun with hands on in the lab, exploring the unknown and even building robots. Weird science is what it’s all about! Slime, robots, animals, electricity, and the world of science… sound interesting? Then the Emerald Coast Science Center is guaranteed to amaze and entertain your child and their friends. Emerald Coast Science Center birthday parties are for children ages 5 years and up and will give your child the opportunity to choose among six different mind-blowing themes: the Dino Dig, Animal Safari, Science Rocks, Superhero Science, Cinematic Science, and Mad Scientist! The Emerald Coast Science Center will do all the decorating, set-up, and clean up, so whether you
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are a kid or a kid at heart, this birthday party will be unforgettable. Call 850-664-1261 ext 204.
Animal Lovers Does your child love animals? Do they get excited about seeing anything from squirrels to dolphins? If so, you’ll want to throw your animal lover an animal party! Make a splash at your next party! Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park birthday parties are sure to delight your child. During the party, your child will have the unique opportunity to witness live marine shows and amazing animal exhibits. Among these animals are dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, sea lions, and even penguins! At the included lunch in the living searoom, you'll be greeted by a mascot (or two!) for photo opportunities. The variety of lunches includes chips, a beverage, and ¼ sheet Hershey's ice cream cake. Call 850-243-9046 ext. 24 for reservations. If you love animals and absolutely enjoy being up close and personal to these creatures, Nonie's Ark Animal Encounters is the way to go. This program is fun, educational, and handson. That means you can touch and get to know the animals. Nonie has the necessary koalafications and will present a zootype show with live animals at your home or other location where animals are permitted. Additionally, she can hostess your birthday party by decorating, leading games, bringing prizes, and even baking a delicious cake. Children will bearly be able to contain their excitement! Call Nonie at 850-862-9588 to schedule an animal adventure.
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Strike a pose in the portable Lumi Pod Photo Booth at your birthday party. The Lumi Pod is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face and are a great way to get your party rolling. The pod is entertaining, super stylish, and provides high quality photos on the spot. Lumi Pods can apply any message to your prints with a personalized background in photos and a custom strip with your party information. You can even choose among 6 different photo filters! It is social-media friendly, so you can print your pictures, tweet, or post them on Facebook. The beauty is you can have the booth set up at any location...it comes to you! So start making those memories and even use your fun photos as great party favor gifts, too. For all special occasions book your date by calling 850-496-6739. Want your child to look their best on this very special day? Look to Pink and Blue Avenue for the perfect party outfits for your child’s birthday! With name brands such as Joyfolie, Beaufont CONTINUED ON PAGE 46
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TECHNOLOGY
Growing Up Online
Becoming Mindful About Photos By Carolyn Jabs
Social media has become the new back fence, a place where parents can tell stories, swap tips and even brag a bit. A recent survey from the Pew Research Center found that moms, in particular, give and get lots of encouragement as well as useful parenting information from networks like Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram. Almost all of these efforts involve photos which would be great if those photos would stay put. Unfortunately, they don’t. Photos of cute kids—especially babies— have been misappropriated by people who use them for their own, sometimes dubious, purposes. Baby role playing, for example, involves young women who use random photos of children to fantasize about motherhood. By posting pics and inventing details about babies they don’t now, they attract attention on social media. In these so-called digital kidnappings, the child may not be in physical danger. Still, most parents find it disconcerting to see their child’s face in someone else’s fantasy, especially if there’s a preoccupation with
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breastfeeding or bathtime. In other cases, parents have stumbled across familiar photos that have been used in advertising or to create memes, those Internet placards that sometimes take on a life of their own. Obviously, people vary a great deal in what they feel comfortable saying on social media, and parenthood doesn’t necessarily change that. Some new parents find that they are very protective about a baby’s online presence; others become Mommy bloggers who build a loyal following by chronicling intimate details about domestic life. All parents should, however, think seriously about what impact a post that seems cute today may have on a child in the future. Just as couples need to negotiate what they are willing to share on social media, parents must also try to imagine how a child will feel when he or she is an eye-rolling eight year old, an easily embarrassed teen or a young adult looking for a job.
How can parents balance the benefits of social networking with its risks? Here are a few tips.
k Use privacy settings. The report from
Pew found that parents typically had 150 friends on Facebook, and of those, one third were “actual” friends. Consider sharing photos of kids only with those friends. Most social media sites make it easy to establish different groups within your FB community. (Details about setting privacy settings for the main social media venues are available at socialmediaexaminer. com/social-media-privacy-settings/) Go through your network and think about whether your relationship is close enough to share details about your child. Grandparents, other family members, close friends? Absolutely! Colleagues, associates and friends of friends. Probably not.
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Even if careful about privacy, photos can escape your network if they are reshared.
To discourage resharing, remind friends and family that photos are “for your eyes only.” Talk to other parents, too. Explain your concerns about over-sharing and ask that they not post photos of playdates and other outings without your permission. Extend the same courtesy to them.
k Use a nickname. Instead of using your child’s real name, use a pseudonym. This makes it harder to connect an escaped photo with your family. It will also spare your child the embarrassment of having baby pics show up when someone Googles them in the future.
k Make copying difficult. A few techniques
will make it harder for people to use your
photos for other purposes. Try saving photos with the lowest possible resolution. Not only will the file transmit more quickly, but it will also be blurry if someone tries to enlarge it. Parents can also borrow a trick from professional photographers by putting a signature or watermark on photos. Visualwatermark.com is one of several free services that make it easy to brand digital pics.
k No naked pictures. Ever. No matter
how cute or innocent they may seem, naked pictures should not be posted online. Even if you don’t attract the attention of a predator or run afoul of the obscenity standards on your social network, you run the risk of distributing a picture that will be used to harass your child in the future.
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Use an alternative album. Some parents use social media as a kind of baby album, keeping track of firsts as they happen. Really important photos deserve better protection. Try making albums on password protected sites like Flickr or Photobucket. Share passwords only with family members and other trusted friends who really want to see all your great photos. Back up photo files in the cloud
and on a separate hard or flash drive. For photos that really matter, consider making prints or photo books which are likely to last longer than any digital format.
k Be selective. Taking digital pictures is
sooooo easy. Be ruthless about culling your photos. Review and delete at least once a week. And only share photos that are special in some way. Close-ups with only a few props tend to be more interesting, and they also they make it harder for strangers to identify your child or locate your home. Post vacation pictures after you return home so people won’t know when your house is unoccupied. Now that every cellphone includes a camera, parents also need to think about when photos are an intrusion. Yes, childhood is fleeting and a photo can help you remember. But photos can also turn you into an observer instead of a participant, especially if you are thinking ahead to the number of “likes” a photo will get on social media. Instead of reflexively reaching for the camera, get in the habit of asking whether a photo will deepen— or interrupt—a special moment with your child.
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R E A D I N G
GREAT BOOKS
for great kids By Alexandra Brown
School is in full swing, and I am sure your tweens and teens are up to their ears in activities and homework. Even though many kids look at reading as an additional school chore, I encourage you to model reading as a leisure activity. By watching you, kids can learn that reading is a great way to relax and wind down. Personally, I cannot go to sleep at night if I haven’t read a few chapters. There are several books that popped up on my radar for this issue that I am sure your kids will love to read in their down time – and you may also find you enjoy them too. First I have a book geared toward boys, even though girls would enjoy it as well. I hope you do not think I am being sexist when I state in each article which gender a book is geared toward, I am merely hoping to guide you in making selections for your child. Many times both girls and boys enjoy all of these books, so don’t limit your child to certain books because you think a book is a “boy’s book” or a “girl’s book.” That being said, this first book is “Airman” by Eoin Colfer. The story takes place at the end of the 19th century and the main character is Conor Broekhart. Flying is in Conor’s blood – he was born in the basket of a hot air balloon and this unusual entry into life leads on to a life of adventure until he witnesses a murder. He is falsely accused and thrown in prison and begins to plan his escape by means of a flying machine. This book is full of adventure and humor and I recommend it for anyone age 12 and up. Next is “Chasing Secrets” by Gennifer Choldenko. Once again we go back in time, this time to San Francisco in the 1900s. Thirteen year old Lizzie is stuck in a snobby finishing school for girls when her real passion is science. What keeps her going is that her physician father sometimes lets her go on house calls with him. Those visits open Lizzie’s eyes to the reality of city life when she sees 38 • Tell them you saw it in ON THE COAST Magazine
she learns that a child disappeared that night. More children disappear, and only Serafina has seen the man in the black cloak. The story unfolds and drips with suspense. If your child likes mysteries, this is a book he or she will love. I recommend it for both boys and girls ages 11 and up.
sickness and poverty. Lizzie knows that the government is denying there are any epidemics, but she is learning the truth – there is a plague in San Francisco. How can Lizzie help save the people she loves? Read and find out. This book would be enjoyed by both boys and girls ages 11 and up. Another mystery/thriller that your child may enjoy is “Serafina and the Black Cloak” by Robert Beatty. Twelve year old Serafina lives with her father in the basement of the Biltmore Estate in Ashville, NC. Serafina’s father had been one of the construction workers to build the estate and then stayed on as a general handyman. For reasons unknown to Serafina, their presence in the basement has to remain a secret. As a result, Serafina has become a master at maneuvering about the estate unseen and unheard. One night she sees a strange man in a dark cloak pulling a child down the corridor. The next day
The last book I am including in this article is a book for older teens that strikes the heart of the social issues in so many of our schools today. Newbury Medal award winner Rebecca Stead’s new release “Goodbye Stranger” is a realistic glimpse into the struggles of middle and high school kids. It wasn’t easy to be in middle and high school when I was there and it certainly isn’t easy today. In this book Rebecca Stead tackles the very rough waters of 7th grade through her main characters, three best friends, Emily, Tab and Bridge. The girls determine to navigate 7th grade together with one rule – no fights. But it isn’t that easy – suddenly Emily has new curves, and the boys are noticing. Things quickly get complicated when Emily accidentally sends of photo of herself partially dressed to a boy and suddenly the whole school has it. These friends learn what it means to stick together when suddenly everyone is talking about everyone and things get messy quickly. A lot can be learned from this book about true friendship and having respect for yourself and others. I recommend parents read this one along with your child as there are many opportunities for real discussions about the things that go on at school and how to handle them. I recommend this one to boys and girls ages 12 and up. I hope you find something in this article that your child will enjoy. If you have found a great book that I have not mentioned, I would appreciate the heads up. All recommendations or comments can be forwarded to kidzonthecoast@aol. com. Happy reading!
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FAIRS, FESTIVALS & FUN September 1-30 Grayton Beach Shops of Grayton Grayton Farmstand 7am-7pm September 1 Destin Harborwalk Village Fat Tuesday Parade 7-9pm FREE 850-424-0600 September 2 Destin Commons Build a Bear Storytime 9am FREE 850-565-4649 September 2, 5, 12, 19, 26 Grand Boulevard Farmers Market 5-9pm Seaside (30-A) Farmers Market 9-1pm September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Wednesday Night Concert Series 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8000 September 2, 9 Okaloosa Island Pier The Boardwalk Fireworks Show 9pm FREE September 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 Okaloosa Island & Destin Beaches Nighttime Educational Beach Walks 8pm FREE (ages 6 and up) Reservations at ECTurtleWatch@gmail.com Destin’s Landshark Pizza or Destin’s Mama Sherry’s Pizza & Wings Rock’n Bingo 7-9pm FREE 850-257-3330
September 3 Destin Harborwalk Village Red, White & Blue Fireworks 7-10pm FREE 850-424-0600 Rosemary Beach Farmers Market 9-1pm September 3, 10, 17, 24 Santa Rosa Beach Topsail State Park Americana Under the Stars 6:30-8pm $5 850-267-8332 September 4 FWB Downtown Artwalk 5:30-8:30pm FREE 850-314-7500 September 4-6 Destin Harborwalk Village Bart Rockett Magic 7:30pm $24.95 - $29.95 850-654-7469 Okaloosa Island ECCC Greek Festival Fri 4-9pm, Sat 11-9pm Sun 11-4pm PRICE 850-609-3800 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Art Walk & Children’s Competition 5-10pm FREE 850-267-8000
September 5 Niceville-One Modern Bistro Niceville Farmers Market 7-2pm September 5-6 Destin Harborwalk Village Labor Day Concert Celebration 4-10pm FREE 850-424-0600 September 5-6,12-13,19-20, 26-27 Panama City Beach Capt. Anderson’s Marina Grand Lagoon Waterfront Market 8-2pm Santa Rosa Beach Gulf Place Farmers Market 11-3pm September 6 Destin MK Cultural Arts Village Labor Day Weekend Concert Heather Hayes Experience 7pm $26 general admission, $21 MKAF members 850-729-6000 September 6, 13, 20, 27 Rosemary Beach Farmers Market 9-1pm Watercolor Farmers Market 9-2pm September 10 Destin Grace Lutheran MOPS 9:15-11:30 FREE 850-654-1679
Seaside Merchant Sidewalk Sale 10-6pm Prices Vary 888-732-7433
FWB Downtown Ladies Night Out 5-9pm FREE 850-314-7500
September 4, 11, 18, 25 Seaside Amphitheatre Central Square Cinema Classics 7pm FREE 888-732-7433
September 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 Crestview Spanish Park Trail Farmers Market 8-2pm
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September 11-12 Destin United Methodist Church Fall Flair Fri 9-5pm, Sat 9-3pm FREE 850-543-0304 September 12 Destin MK Cultural Arts Village Bluegrass at the Beach 11-10pm $55 general admission, $45 MKAF members 850-729-6000 FWB DeFrance Antiques Downtown Farmers Market 8-1pm 850-314-7500 Shalimar Meigs Middle School Cheer Clinic Ages 5-12 9-Noon $25 - $30 850-833-4301 Sept 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29 FWB NW FL Fairgrounds Okaloosa County Farmers Market 7-1pm September 14-17 Destin Community Center Basketball Clinic Grades 5-8 5:30-7:30 FREE 850-654-5184 September 16 Destin Commons Build a Bear Storytime 9am FREE 850-565-4649 September 17 FWB Brooks Beal Center Refined by Fire-Brian Birdwell 6-8pm $10 per person 850-496-8458 CONTINUED ON PAGE 42
CHARITABLE EVENTS Get ready to throw corn for a good cause! Connecting Kids will be having our first annual Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, October 10 at the Mullet Festival grounds in Niceville. Come out and enjoy a day of amateur cornhole, food, snow cones and activities for the kids. The registration fee is only $40 per two-person team. Check-in for the event begins at 9 am and tournament play starts at 10. There will be a three-game minimum for all teams, with the top teams advancing to a single elimination round. There will be t-shirts and swag bags for all participants along with great prizes for the first- and secondplace teams! Bring your chairs and come have a great time with us. All event proceeds will support our Impact Goals for 2016. Our mission is to bring together children of all abilities through inclusive playgrounds and engaging community events. We are passionate about celebrating the abilities of all children and fostering friendships and compassion for differences. The deadline to enter is October 3, so register early! For more information about the event, sponsorship opportunities or to register your team, visit www.connectingkids.net and click on the Events tab.
Emerald Coast Con 2015! OK, all you gamers! It’s time to pull your eyes away from the screen, set down your controller, leave the house… and go to Emerald Coast Con 2015! Emerald Coast Con is Okaloosa’s first gaming convention for all ages. This convention will be a three-day event held at the Emerald Coast Convention Center October 23-25, 2015. It is dedicated - but not limited to - retro, current-gen, nextgen and indie gaming and game development. EmeraldCon is not only for gamers and techies but will also include a broad assortment of pop-culture exhibits and fanfare for lovers of comics, cosplay, sci-fi, fantasy, anime, and multi-genre entertainment. It will feature free play exhibits, a retro arcade room, gaming tournaments with cash prizes, Q&A panels for special guests, a trading room for collectors, fan booths, prize drawings for rare games and gaming accessories, survival horror booths with special effects workshops, game development exhibits, indie developer booths, and many more exciting displays. EmeraldCon is an effort to capture appreciation for gaming and media arts entertainments, advocate computer-science education and literacy, and build awareness and recognition for hunger-relief and the disabled. All proceeds from this event will benefit local charities Destin Harvest and The Arc of the Emerald Coast. "In addition to raising support and mass awareness for our charities, we will strive to establish EmeraldCon as ‘the gaming event’ for Northwest Florida and appeal to pop-culture enthusiasts from all over the Southeast," explains Chris Leavenworth of Destin Harvest. Tickets to EmeraldCon are $15 for Friday, $25 for Saturday, $20 for Sunday, or $40 for a 3-day weekend pass. Visit www.emeraldcoastcon.com to buy tickets and get all the details including hours, what to expect each day, exhibits, tournaments, special guests slated to appear - along with updates as other guests come on board, and more! This is sure to be one of the most exciting events On the Coast so make plans to be there, and tell your friends!
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FWB Uptown Station Making Strides Against Cancer 5k 9am 850-244-3813 x 3554
September 24 Destin Grace Lutheran MOPS 9:15-11:30 FREE 850-654-1679
September 18-19 FWB The Landing 4th Annual FWB BBQ Festival Fri 4-10pm, Sat 11-6pm FREE 850-244-8191
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Throwback Cinema Back to the Future 6:30-9pm FREE 850-267-8000
September 19 Okaloosa Island & Henderson Beach St. Park Florida Coastal Beach Cleanup 8-10am FREE 850-651-7131
September 25 Miramar Beach Desiny Worship Center Be Brave 5:30pm FREE 850-650-6800
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Sinfonia 5K 7:30am 850-267-8000 Sandestin-The Market Shops Bloody Mary Festival 12-3pm $25 in advance, $35 at the door 850-837-3077 September 19 and 20 Okaloosa Island ECCC The EC Home and Boat Show Sat 10-6pm, Sun 11-4pm FREE 850-837-2807 September 20 Destin Harborwalk Village ARTwalk 11-4pm FREE 850-424-0600 September 21 Destin Middle School Volleyball w/Liza Jackson 4pm 850-833-7655 September 22 GWB Wright Baptist Church Relay for Life Kick-off Party 6pm FREE 850-244-3813 x 3554 September 22-26 Destin Wine World, Paradise Key 2015 Destin Beer Week 2-5pm $35 general admission, $50 VIP 850-269-2909
September 26 Freeport Biophilia Center Family Fun 5k Nature Hike 7am registration 8am Hike $5 or $20 for a family 850-892-8040
October 1-3 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Endless Summer Songwriter Series 6-10pm FREE 850-267-8000 October 1-31 Destin Fishing Rodeo 10-7pm FREE 850-837-6734 Grayton Beach Shops of Grayton Grayton Farmstand 7am-7pm October 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 Crestview Spanish Park Trail Farmers Market 8-2pm
Niceville Comunity Center Relay for Life Kick Off Party 6pm FREE 850-244-3813 x 3554
October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Santa Rosa Beach Topsail State Park Americana Under the Stars 6:30-8pm $5 850-267-8332
Okaloosa Island ECCC Hispanic Fest 2015 11-9pm FREE 850-609-3800
October 2 FWB Downtown Art Walk 5:30-8:30pm FREE 850-314-7500
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Vettes at the Ville 9-5pm FREE 850-267-8000
October 2-4 Destin Harborwalk Village 37th Annual Seafood Festival Fri 4-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm Sun 11-4pm FREE 850-428-7783
September 28 FWB School Board Headquarters School Board Meeting 6pm FREE 850-833-3100 Valparaiso Lewis Middle School Volleyball W/Destin Middle 4pm 850-833-4130 September 29 Destin Sinfonia Gulf Coast Nikki Yanofsky 5:30pm $225 per person Includes dinner, wine, gratuity and performance 850-269-7129
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October 3 Niceville-One Modern Bistro Niceville Farmers Market 7-2pm October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 PCB Capt. Anderson’s Marina Grand Lagoon Waterfront Market 8-2pm Santa Rosa Beach Gulf Place Farmers Market 11-3pm
October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Sandestin Grand Blouvard Farmers Market 9-1pm Seaside (30-A) Farmers Market 9-1pm October 4 Destin Clement E. Taylor Park 5K Rodeo Run 8am $25 entry fee 850-496-0590 October 4, 11, 18, 25 Rosemary Beach Farmers Market 9-1pm Watercolor Coastal Farmers Market 9-2pm October 5 Shalimar Meigs Middle School Volleyball w/Destin Middle 850-833-4301 October 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Okaloosa Island & Destin Beaches Nighttime Educational Beach Walks 8pm FREE (ages 6 and up) Reservations at ECTurtleWatch@gmail.com Destin’s Landshark Pizza or Destin’s Mama Sherry’s Pizza & Wings Rock’n Bingo 7-9pm FREE 850-257-3330 October 7 Destin Commons Build a Bear Storytime 9am FREE 850-565-4649 Destin Middle School Volleyball w/Pryor Middle School 4pm 850-833-7655
October 8 Destin Grace Lutheran MOPS 9:15-11:30 FREE 850-654-1679 October 8-10 Sandestin Grand Blvd South Walton Fashion Week 5pm $65 General Admission 850-837-3099 October 10 FWB DeFrance Antiques Downtown Farmers Market 8-1pm 850-314-7500 FWB-Lisa Jackson Park Dog Daze 2015 9-4pm FREE 850-244-8191 Destin Henderson Bch St Park Walk for Apraxia 8:30-2pm $20 adult, $10 child 850-398-6758 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Duck Regatta 10-1:30pm FREE 850-267-8000 Shalimar Elementary School Car Show $20 pre $25 at the door 3:30-7:30pm 850-833-4339 October 12 Destin Kelly Plantation 7th Annual Sugar Sands Charity Golf Classic 11:30am $250 per player 850-864-4242 Niceville Ruckle Middle School Volleyball w/Destin Middle 4pm 850-833-4142 October 16-17 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Beerfest Fri 5-9:30pm, Sat 12:30-6pm $35 at the door 877-714-3864 October 16-18 Sandestin Grand Blvd Coldwater Creek Eleemosynary 2pm, 7:30pm $12-$20 850-837-3099
October 17 FWB Uptown Station Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K 8am-Noon FREE 850-585-9904 Shalimar United Methodist Church Holly Fair 8:30-3pm FREE Admission 850-651-0721 October 18 Harborwalk Village ARTwalk 11-4pm FREE 850-424-0600 Destin Crab Island Cantina Southern Drawl Band 5pm FREE 850-424-7417 October 22 Destin Grace Lutheran MOPS 9:15-11:30 FREE 850-654-1679 October 23-25 Okaloosa Island ECCC Emerald Coast Con 12-6pm 3 day pass $40 850-609-3800 Sandestin Grand Blvd Coldwater Creek Eleemosynary 2pm, 7:30pm $12-$20 850-837-3099
October 24-25 Destin- Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village 20th Annual Festival of the Arts Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11-5pm $5 adult, MKAF members and children FREE 850-650-2226 October 26 Destin Community Center Fall Festival ALL DAY 25 cent tickets 850-654-5184 October 29 FWB First City Bank 5th Annual Gumbo Throwdown 5:30-7:30pm $5 Donation 850-244-5151 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Throwback Cinema Honey I Shrunk the Kids 6:30-9pm FREE 850-267-8000 October 30 Destin Commons Halloween Haunt FREE 5pm 850-337-8700
Rosemary Beach Harvest Mkt Kids’ Halloween Bash 9-5pm FREE 850-951-2148
Sandestin Grand Boulevard Halloween on the BOOlevard of Fun 4-7pm FREE 850-837-3099 Village of Baytowne Wharf Trick or Treat Street at Baytowne 6-8pm FREE 850-267-8000 Blue Mountain Beach Local Catch Bar and Grill Halloween Party 8:45pm FREE 850-622-2022 Grayton Beach-Red Bar Halloween Party 9pm FREE 850-231-1008 November 1 Niceville NW FL State Mattie Kelly Arts Center Dracula 2:30pm $32 adults, $15 children 850-664-7787
Niceville NW FL State MK Arts Center Dracula 7:30pm $32 adults/$12 child 850-664-7787
November 1-15 Grayton –Shops of Grayton Grayton Farmstand 7am-7pm November 1-30 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Baytowne on Ice 11-10pm $13 (1.5 hours and skate rental) 850-714-7614
October 24 Destin Commons Build a Bear Storytime 9am FREE 850-565-4649 Seaside Amphitheatre Halloweener Derby Day 9-2pm Fundraisor 888-732-7433
Seaside Halloween 4-6pm FREE 888-732-7433
October 31 Destin Harborwalk Village Pumpkinpalooza 11am-11pm FREE 850-424-0600 FWB First Baptist Church Trunk or Treat 5:30-7:30pm FREE 850-226-6905
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November 2, 5, 12, 13, 14 November 6 WeekendToRemember.com *Group registration must be received at least one day prior to getaway to qualify for group savings. Seaside REP Theatre FWB Downtown Moonlight and Magnolias Art Walk 6pm 5:30-8:30pm 71683_FL_Bulletin_5_5x8_5_C.indd 1 $25 per ticket FREE 850-231-0733 850-244-8191 November 2-5 Destin Community Center Basketball Clinic Grades 1-4 5:30-7:15pm FREE 850-654-5184
November 6-7 Apalachicola-Battery Park Florida Seafood Festival Fri 10am-10:30pm, Sat 7am11pm FREE 850-653-4720
November 5 FWB Eglin Golf Course 43rd Annual Doolittle Scholarship Open Golf Tournament 8am Active Duty $50, Club Members $75, One player $200 850-803-2280
November 6-8 Okaloosa Island ECCC FANdom Anime Convention Fri 1-12pm, Sat 9-12am, Sun 10-7pm $15 at the door 786-368-5322
November 5, 7, 12, 14 Crestview Spanish Park Trail Farmers Market 8-2pm November 5, 12 Santa Rosa Beach Topsail State Park Americana Under the Stars 6:30-8pm $5 850-267-8332
November 7 Pensacola Naval Air Sation Blue Angels Homecoming Show 4pm FREE Destin Harborwalk Village 8th Annual Blues, Brews, & BBQ 11-4pm FREE 850-424-0600 Niceville-One 20A Modern Bistro Parking Lot Niceville Farmers Market 7-2pm
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Destin-Dock behind AJ’s Sandestin Baytowne Wharf WeekendToRemember.com *Group registration must be received at least one day prior to getaway to qualify for group savings. Pin Fish Classic Sparkling Wine and Holiday ALL DAY Lights FREE 4-7pm 9/3/13 12:36 PM 850-650-1241 $40 advance, $50 at door 866-912-3224 November 7, 14 Miramar Beach November 15 Grand Blvd Farmers Market Niceville-Bluewater Fitness Ctr. 9-1pm Miles of Memory 5K Run/Walk 8am Seaside (30-A) $20 Farmers Market 850-244-8191 9-1pm FWB Sam’s Club-Niceville Mullet November 13-14 Festival Fairgrounds Destin Community Center Toys for Tots Holiday Craft Show 8am 11-4pm Fri 9-3pm Sat 850-864-4242 FREE admission 850-654-5184 Harborwalk Village ARTwalk November 14 11-4pm Crestview Main Street FREE Medical Center 850-424-0600 Race for Lace 9am $25-$30 850-398-6963 Destin Dog Park Destin Pooch Palooza 1-3pm Donations Accepted 850-654-5184
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Artsy Party If you have a budding artist or a little Rembrandt, you might want to consider an artsy party! Let their creative sides flow and you won't have to worry about the clean-up! Party guests go home with their own creative party favors and a fun time to remember. An ARTrageously good time can be had at Abrakadoodle for your next birthday! With themes like Mini Matisse, Party Pirates and Crazy Cakes, there is something for all creative types at this venue, even adults! Abrakadoodle will also bring the party to you at any location or you can have it at their studio. Call 850-424-5058 for more information. Young Rembrandt will bring the party to you and offers your child and their friends a choice of any theme they'd like! Let those creative minds go to work from princess castles to trucks to anything in between. 850-733-2715 is the number to call to get the kids enjoying making their creations.
A Party Place for All Ages Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s Destin opened this summer with just as much fun and flavor as their Gulf Shores, AL location. Set on the Choctawhatchee Bay at the base of Mid-Bay Bridge, LuLu’s features waterfront dining, sandy beach play area, and fresh, local seafood.....perfect for birthday and special occasion parties for kids of all ages! LuLu’s is known for a relaxed vibe, welcoming local families and visitors. A sandy beach surrounds the back porch, equipped with sand dunes, buckets, shovels and a children’s-favorite, the Fountain for Youth. The eatery is set away from the hustling and bustling attractions on the Gulf. You can shuttle in via the “Gumbo train,” transporting visitors from the parking lot to the restaurant entrance, or come by boat and wade-in, or use the boat-in shuttle! Call 850-710-5858 to capture this fun venue! 46 • Tell them you saw it in ON THE COAST Magazine
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