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Contents

Editorial

About Our Cover Artist.........................................................Page 5 Harbor View — by Charles Morgan.....................................Page 6 The Roving Rogue — by Bill Campbell................................Page 7 The Beachcomber Neighborhood......................................Page 8 The Beat: Woodstock — A Cat Who Was There Remembers...Page 11 On Stage: Warm those Tony Lamas at Seaside Rep’s “Toe Roaster”...........................................Page 17 ArtsQuest Journeys Back to 30-A.........................................Page 24 Apples of My Eye: Bluz Grill & Bar.........................................Page 27 Book Review: How to Start a Book Club...............................Page 35 Beachcomber Goes to the Movies: Don’t Let the Basterds Get You Down.............................Page 36

If you run into Mr. Patricelli—the publisher of the Emerald Coast’s Premier Entertainment Newspaper and the Best Boss in the World—please don’t use the words “American Express.” Or “Mastercard.” Or “Visa.” Or “Discover.” Seems the boss has been inundated with questions lately about the Beachcomber’s company credit cards and the recent news that His Favorite Editor had generated some $300,000 in charges, including an expedition to Antarctica and a number of ridiculous personal items, including a $750 hot comb (this despite the fact that the Editor is very white and quite bald).

Regular Features

Mystery Photo Contest........................................................Page 10 Barcomber..........................................................................Page 12 Places to Go, Things to Do .................................................Page 19 Around Town — Sports Bars, Library Events, Beachside Worship Services...........................................Page 23 Casino Entertainment.........................................................Page 23 Happy Birthday!...................................................................Page 24 Tide and Sunset Charts........................................................Page 24 Restaurant Guide................................................................Page 29 Art & Antiques......................................................................Page 37 Activities & Outdoors...........................................................Page 38

According to local know-it-all bloggers and water cooler conversationalists, the Beachcomber Editor charged $20,000 on hot-air balloon rides and another $3,000 on home beer brewing equipment. “These were legitimate business expenses,” the Editor told reporters from his vacation home on the French Riviera. He is also said to have spent upwards of $52,000 on wireless Internet services in numerous coffee shops across the nation and abroad because “I never know where this job might take me, and I have to be able to work from anywhere. Free wireless is for cheapskates.”

On Our Cover:

“Hanging Out”

“This is an embarrassment,” said Patricelli as he removed darts from a board on his office wall bearing the likeness of his disgraced Editor. “The guy charged four #$%&* grand to the company for roller derby tickets, and I have yet to see that article much less a lousy photo of chicks in skates beating the crap out of each other.”

By Betty Cork www.bettycork.com

STAFF Publisher — Jim Patricelli Editor — Christopher Manson Assistant Editor — Sheila Conner Contributing Writers Bruce Collier, Lesha Porche Denega, Lauren Gall, Sherry Londe, Adam Pope Harbor View — Charles Morgan The Roving Rogue — Bill Campbell SALES Sales Manager — Nancy Nacol Pam Preston Website — Bill Garrett

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“You have to spend a little money to get the word out about the Beachcomber,” said one of the Editor’s recently hired personal assistants. “The Editor is quite pleased with his efforts on behalf of this publication. It should be obvious to anyone that the beauty of the Emerald Coast cannot be fully appreciated from anything less than a super-expensive private jet.” After much prodding from the local press, Patricelli released his own company credit card statements, but refused to explain what “Hot Monkey Love, LLC” was and how it related to his business. - C.M.

ABOUT OUR CONTRIBUTORS Sherry Londe, who writes about live theater and movies for the Beachcomber, was born and raised in St. Louis. She followed her dream of becoming a dancer and choreographer, graduating from the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in dance. She went on to study mime in Paris with Etienne Decroux. Londe has lived, taught and choreographed in St. Louis, Cincinnati, New York City, Japan and Switzerland. She remains passionate about live performances of all kinds. Londe and her husband live in Destin. Look for more info on your favorite Beachcomber contributors in upcoming issues. THIS JUST IN… Longtime Bud & Alley’s special events and wedding coordinator Kim Estes has been diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome. This is a rare disorder in which the body’s immune system attacks part of the peripheral nervous system. Estes is currently paralyzed and at Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola. Hopes are high, as many patients diagnosed make a slow but full recovery. An account has been set up at Wachovia Bank in Seaside to help relieve the financial burdens involved with Kim’s care. Donations can also be sent to the Kim Estes Assistance Fund, P.O. Box 4898, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459. On Sunday, Sept. 20, Bud & Alley’s will host a fundraiser featuring food, a silent auction and music by Cadillac Willy and Beachcomber Music Award winners Dread Clampitt from 3-8 p.m. Cost is just $10 at the door, with all proceeds going to the fund. FROM THE (E)MAILBAG I am having a hard time believing this story (Charles Morgan’s Harbor View, Aug. 20 Beachcomber). Awaiting second part to say, “Great fiction!” - Shannon Powell (via Facebook) Bruce Collier’s review of Johnny McTighe’s (Aug. 20) was on the money, but he should have tried the pizza. Best in the area, hands down! - Rollo Bexley, Sandestin Best cover EVER (“Vogue,” Aug. 20)! Go, Brandon Pence! - Doria Grace (via Facebook) You guys are the best for “newcombers” to the Emerald Coast. - teria mat’am (via Facebook)

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About Our Cover Artist

Betty Cork: “I Want to Evoke Feelings of Joy and Fun” Selected works by Betty Cork— “View of Deer Lake,” “Shrimp” and “Hot Stuff”. More at www.bettycork.com.

Santa Rosa Beach artist Betty Cork’s signature acrylics explore Emerald Coast beach life with bold, sun-drenched colors. She portrays coastal charm with a painterly eye to make each painting a vacation—an escape that takes the viewer to a place of beauty. Each painting is a journey from the bustle of daily life to a place of sunshine and color. The hyper-real hues of Cork’s vibrant villas, towels, beach umbrellas and seaside chairs hang as colorful compasses pointing to Florida’s white sand and emerald sea. In addition to her signature landscapes, she takes the colors inspired by the Gulf of Mexico into all subjects from still life and portraits to abstracts. Her energetic work is shown at Stonehenge Gallery in Montgomery, Alabama and the Studio Gallery in Grayton Beach and can also be found

in collections throughout the nation, Europe and Asia. Cork and Susan Lucas are the featured artists at Sept. 4’s First Friday ArtWalk at Seaside’s Ruskin Place. We’re proud to feature Cork’s “Hanging Out” on our cover. The artist can be contacted at (850) 231-3374 or at [email protected]

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The Long Walk, Part 2 Dismemberment…hallucination…tofu and hummus…bestiality…and sexual confusion First, the good news. Both of my boys returned to our trek on Day 6. Eddie was thin and pale but determined to finish the walk. Chatham, apparently buoyed by morphine, showed up with a huge turban hiding his head wounds. We weren’t the healthiest looking trio hiking the John Muir Trail, but we kept plugging. We had been warned throughout the trip about a variety of aggressive poisonous snakes we might encounter. The most troubling of the snakes was the Sierra “Two-Step” Rattler. Because of a long hibernation and a short summer season, the “Two-Step” was highly venomous and ornery. The night of Day 7, Arthur, a mathematician from Milwaukee, was gathering wood for our evening campfire. He reached into a pile of brush and felt something bite his hand. I ran over to inspect and immediately saw the

two telltale marks from a snake’s fangs. The guides had gone fishing, and I knew I had to assume the role of leader and act quickly. I huddled with the boys and, while Arthur was inspecting the wound, Chatham and Eddie surprised Arthur, grabbing him by the shoulders and slamming him to the ground. That didn’t surprise the professor near as much as when I took the guide’s portable radial saw and amputated Arthur’s right arm just below the shoulder. The arm came off cleanly but I knew we would have a hard time staunching the blood flow. As a child, I once considered going into medicine, but even with a strong background in biology I couldn’t believe how much a severed arm can bleed. We spent most of an hour trying to stop the bleeding, but were growing weary and quickly became disheartened with our heroic efforts when our lead guide found the asp and identified it as a common garter snake. We buried Arthur by a little bend in an

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unnamed river and I was the only hiker with enough self-control to administer a eulogy. “Life is short,” I said borrowing from Augustus McCrae. “Shorter for some than others. Now let’s head on to Yosemite before something bad happens to the rest of us.” The next evening while our fellow trekkers were huddled up, glancing at us and mumbling to each other, the boys and I sat with Huck, a Mono Indian, who was our mule packer. “Try some of this,” Huck said. “It’s a special blend of jimson weed, peyote buttons, and sinsemilla. Maybe it will relax you.” It didn’t relax me. I only took one puff and I stumbled into my tent with horrible hallucinations. At 3 a.m. I was awakened by pitiful sobbing sounds. “Hey Dad,” Chatham gasped. “You can’t believe what just happened.”

hummus and tofu? We’d had no meat in almost 10 days. And our fellow hikers—well, they were nice enough, but there was something different. Something I couldn’t quite put my finger on. I checked on the boys’ tent. They were huddled in a corner, whispering and reading by headlamps what looked like another travel brochure. “You guys looking for another trip for next year?” I asked cheerfully. “Uh, not exactly Dad,” Eddie replied. “We’re studying up on this trip you’ve got us on right now.” “Well, we’re almost finished with this one,” I said.

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slipping out of camp before everybody wakes up. Look, right here, at the description of this hike.”

“Eddie won’t quit howling. He thinks he’s a timber wolf. And Huck is over there with that big mule, Mongol,” Chatham said. “And you can’t believe what they’re doing. He said it’s some kind of religious rite.”

“This isn’t a ‘trans-Sierra hike” Dad,” Eddie said. “It’s a transsexual hike.”

“Is he doing it to Mongol?” I asked. “Or is Mongol doing it to him?” “Both ways,” Chatham said. “Well,” I said. “At least mules are sterile.” Then I dozed off into a deep slumber. The next morning, before daylight, I awoke having reservations about our trip. Something didn’t seem quite right. I had assumed that since the trip was exorbitantly expensive that it must have been a legitimate operation. But what was the deal with all of the

“These people aren’t who we thought they were,” Chatham said. “Plus they’re all vegans.” “Well hang on,” I said. “I’m getting my hat. We started this trip together and we’ll finish it together.” “Let’s just walk back to Fresno,” Eddie said. “I reckon I’d rather deal with some Chicano gang war fare than with this crazy bunch we’ve wound up with.” “They’re nice enough,” said Chatham. “But it’s gotten to where I can’t tell who’s who.” Next Issue: The Return to Fresno

The Beachcomber’s Roving Rogue By Bill Campbell

“The seminar on time travel will be held two weeks ago.” In public speaking that’s known as an attention step. I used to do a lot of public speaking as I have a fun intro that, while not as clever as that line, gets attention: “So I got this traffic ticket in Not-SoNiceville…” For the next 20 minutes (Rotary, Kiwanis, etc.) to two hours (Niceville Toastmasters several years back) you get to hear why humor is such an important thing in your life. And as readers of the Alternative Newspaper here know, this area is sorely hurting for a collective sense of humor. There are boxes of rocks with higher IQs than most of the opinioned here. And the rocks are funnier. Anyway, that opening line was used by ESPN’s Woody Paige, a delightful television personality who has a little blackboard behind him with clever witticisms on it. The one quoted above was just too special to not share. Pianist (that’s a noun, not an adjective) Ray Brown gave me another beauty last week as we cruised into Niceville after a weekend in Atlanta at the Four Freshmen convention. There’s a nice, wide stretch of Highway 85 between the Fort Walton cutoff and the ‘Ville. As we scorched it Ray said, “My daughter, Summer, got a speeding ticket on this stretch of road. The officer said, ‘That’s not a good speed to hit a bear at.’ “To which Summer replied, ‘What would a good speed be?’ ” It’s a good thing I’m not a cop ‘cause I would have been laughing so hard I’d not be able to write a ticket. This officer, however, desperately needing to hear my speech, ticketed her anyway. But the Freshmen convention was wonderful. Ray was in group four; the lads are now on group 22 and it’s the best sound ever. About 450 faithful attended, most of us having been hooked on their unique harmonies during our college years way back when. (The Beach Boys, Lettermen and others credit their success to patterning after the Freshmen sound.)

But no one does it as captivating as this group. Several local fans were there including Destin’s John Wieck and Betty Hirschman. It was an unexpected surprise to see Fort Walton’s Cliff and Mary Hodge there. I see Cliff and Mary more when I’m away than when I’m here. In ‘96 I was in New England for a cribbage tournament and told my lady, “Finally, I’m someplace where no one knows me.” I opened the door to our room and there was a note: “Hey Bill. Thought you might be here for the tournament so we asked at the registration desk. Call our room. Cliff and Mary.” Amazing. A couple of fortnights ago I told you the Freshmen would be performing at the beautiful Riley Center in Meridian, Mississippi on Oct. 16. Call (601) 696-2207 to get hooked up. It’s worth the drive just to see what $23 million bucks can do to restore an opera house. Fall and footballs are in the air, and with that it’s time to find your favorite college/ pro hangout. For reasons I’m not sure of, this area is chock full of Pittsburgh Steelers fans. And I have some good news for them: Nikkole Hartzell, whom we ran a delightful photo of two issues ago, is the ultimate Steeler nut, and has been named the “Football Girl” at Angler’s at The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island.

away (another smoky joint) across from the bus station on Ferry Road in Fort Walton. El Niño has so far done an excellent job of keeping hurricanes where they belong: the Atlantic. So with that in mind, lunching or dining alfresco is terribly appealing to this rover. I dined outside last week at what was grapes-down the best dollar-for-dollar wine dinner in my 19 years of going to these things. It was thrown together at the last minute (well, days) by the staff at the Black Pearl at The Boardwalk. Coastal Wine and Spirits rep Timothy Wagner had the opportunity to bring his Domaine Chandon wines from California to our shores. And general manager Christopher Patterson jumped at the chance. But were it not for the extraordinary work of Chef Shannon White and his staff, it wouldn’t have worked. But Shan put together five excellent pairings that were just to succulent to share with what might be a hungry reader. Bartender/Assistant Manager Summer Bienia provided the smiles and the complementary Bellini-Tinies, and the summer evening was simply superb. At 25 bucks a head! This brings to mind some of the totally excellent outdoor places you should consider during this time of the year. Let’s start at the western extreme with Juana’s on Navarre Beach. Moving eastward we

have The Original Waterfront Crab Shack across from the Fort Walton City Hall. The Bay Café under Brooks Bridge is built for outdoor eating, as are the aforementioned Black Pearl and Angler’s. Destin’s HarborWalk is anchored by Harry T’s, with Pat O’Brien’s, the Crazy Lobster and baby J’s right down the path. Commander’s Palace peers down at the whole scene, while AJ’s and the Lucky Snapper hold seniority. Well, perhaps not over the beloved Harbor Docks. Dewey Destin Seafood and Market has captured alfresco awards, and don’t forget Poppy’s and Hammerhead’s as you head east. Captain Dave’s on Old Highway 98 is delightful, as is the popular Crab Trap. Down Scenic Highway 30-A you’ll find an excellent view of the Gulf at the Santa Rosa Golf and Beach Club, what a better place to end your eastward trek than the venerable Bud & Alley’s in Seaside. And, if instead of just looking at the water, you’d prefer it all around you, hop aboard the Solaris for Sunset Cruises and really delight your companion. Now friends, if none of those don’t get you out, see the “box of rocks” mention earlier. And don’t forget to visit the Guinness web site to learn about the “Worldwide Toast” on Sept. 24. Slainte Mhath!

That means she can lug her 50 pounds of Steeler banners, pennants, helmets, towels and knickknacks over to Angler’s and lead the cheering. Hell, she could spell Roethlisberger before he could. Angler’s goes just as crazy for the college games, with an Alabama corner over here (Big George’s) and a Tennessee corner over there (Tucker’s). The place is absolutely nuts, and considering the passions about football “down here,” there have been remarkably few homicides. We can expect some actual sports bars to carry the NFL Ticket, a pricy little option that allows the showing of all NFL games. But there are some contenders you might not know about. Such as Shalimar Cheers, Da Ba (smoky joint above the Black Angus), and now, Papa Joe’s Hide

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The Beachcomber LEFT: Tim Krueger accepts an award for his eight years of dedicated service to the American Cancer Society from Diane Maldonado and upcoming 2010 Cattle Barons’ ball chairman Demetrius Fuller. Photo submitted by Kay Phelan

RIGHT: Mary Schmiedicke-Hong was selected as the 2009 Destin Festival of the Arts poster winner, and her work will be featured on festival advertising, t-shirts and other merchandise. Check out more of this artist’s work at www.wiredglass.com.

RIGHT (BOTH): The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance coordinated a volunteer planning event at Clement Taylor Park last month, part of a larger restoration and enhancement project involving funding from the Northwest Florida Water Management District and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Photos submitted by Julie Terrell

LEFT: Walton Guard reenactors visit Valparaiso’s Heritage Museum to assist summer program participants in a march through history. For information on the museum’s fall programs and tours, call (850) 678-2615. Photo submitted by Gina Marini RIGHT: Musician Jonathan Tennis—profiled in our June 11 issue—circa 1971. “Me hangin’ with my buds,” he says, a response to the Beachcomber’s call for our readers’ old hippie photos.

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Paula Frazier was the first Beachcomber reader to identify Banana Bart’s in Destin as our Aug. 20 Mystery Photo Contest location. Call (800) 310-6964, and if you’re the first to identify this issue’s location, you’ll join our circle of winners.

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The Beat: Music, Concerts, Recordings, etc.

Woodstock — A Cat Who Was There Remembers By Christopher Manson The old joke goes something like this— anyone who remembers Woodstock probably wasn’t there (the same applies to the ‘60s in general). Pete Fortanale’s wonderful new book Back to the Garden proves otherwise, and so does local massage therapist Thomas Taylor who stood just feet away from Jimi Hendrix and other relics of the peace and love era on that historic occasion. Right before Woodstock, Taylor’s band Graffiti recorded their first and only album—“lots of melodies and complex chord structure like Yes,” says Taylor, who still has several unopened copies at the house—engineered by the great Eddie Kramer. As a result of working with Kramer, Taylor and the band got to meet Hendrix “a lot of times. Had lunch with him, smoked dope with him—a real nice guy.” Taylor also spent a lot of time at New York’s legendary club, Steve Paul’s Scene.

This is where all the rock greats went after they played their gigs, and Taylor recalls seeing Hendrix jam with Van Morrison and the Who’s Keith Moon and John Entwistle.

RIGHT: Thomas Taylor, circa 1968. “I still play guitar, just about everyday. Basically, it’s just meditation for me.”

“We thought we would get to Woodstock, because they were only expecting 50,000 people or so,” Taylor says. “You know the rest—500,000 people showed up. There was a lot of anarchy, a lot of drugs, a lot of sex. We thought we could get up on stage because the album just came out, but it didn’t happen. ‘Hey, Eddie, can you get us on stage? ‘You gotta be $*#&ing kidding!’” Undiscouraged, the drummer from Graffiti concocted fake badges, picked up some equipment and took the elevator up to the stage. “About 30 minutes later, he leans over the edge and says to me, ‘We need you up here,’” says Taylor. “So

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Col. Bruce Hampton and the Good Enough for Good Times Good Enough for Good Times Quark Alliance 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m.

boathouse oyster bar, Destin Harbor, 837-3645

Rusty Hammerstrom 7 p.m.

“Bill” 4-7 p.m. Tom Phillips 7 p.m.

Bobby Moore and the Rhythm Bobby Moore and the Rhythm Wes Loper Band 8 p.m. Aces 8 p.m. Aces 8 p.m.

cabana CafÉ, Destin, 424-3574

Blue Lew and Matt Miller 8:30 p.m.

Blue Lew 8:30 p.m.

Jam Session with Blue Lew, Nora and Ted 7:30 p.m.

David Seering 8 p.m.

David Seering 8 p.m.

Jazz Brunch with Bill Garrett and Friends

crazy marlins, Panama City Beach, 249-5270

Liquid Ginger

Kevin Jacobs

Beachcomber Music Award Winners Hubba Hubba

fokkers sports pub, Fort Walton Beach, Chris Jackson 6-10 p.m. 244-5555

Garry James 6:30-10:30 p.m.

Garry James 7-11 p.m. Karaoke Upstairs 8-midnight

Funky Blues Shack, Destin, 654-3839

Common Thread

Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes

Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes

Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes

Funky Blues Shack, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 424-6650

Good Enough for Good Times Todd Simpson Band

Todd Simpson Band

Todd Simpson Band

hog’s breath salon, Destin, 837-5991

Ted Scallan Band 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Jim Couch 5-9 p.m. Ted Scallan Band 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Blake G. 5-9 p.m. Ted Scallan Band 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

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juana’s pagodas, Navarre, 939-2130

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KJ’s, Destin, 837-8725

The B-Sides

Roshambo

Roshambo

Justin Yawn

Greg Pendleton

Greg Pendleton

David Seering 8 p.m.

Pandora’s steakhouse, Okaloosa Island, 244-8669 pineapple willy’s Pier bar, Panama City Beach, 235-0928

Art Harris Blues Band

Art Harris Blues Band

pompano joe’s, Miramar Beach, 837-2224

CJ Peake

Southern Groove

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Beer Pong

Beer Pong

Common Thread

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Adrian Howland

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Greg Pendleton

Dean Sadowski

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Southern Groove

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Ocean Street

Grandy & Steel at the Cantina Ocean Street

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the swamp club, Okaloosa Island, 796-1300

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Monster Party Monster Party 8 p.m. Battle of the Bartenders 8 p.m.

Rudy Applewhite 4-9 p.m.

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Karaoke

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Tom Phillips 7 p.m.

Bayou Blues, Niceville, 279-4806

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Fat Catz Band 8 p.m.

Andy Durand 8 p.m.

Bluz, Miramar Beach, 424-5980

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Beachcomber Music Award Winners Dread Clampitt 9:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

Reddog 9:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

boathouse oyster bar, Destin Harbor, 837-3645

Rusty Hammerstrom 7 p.m.

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Bud and alley’s, Seaside, 231-5900

TBA

TBA

cabana CafÉ, Destin, 424-3574

Tim Smith 8:30 p.m.

Blue Lew 8:30 p.m.

Jam Session with Blue Lew, Nora and Ted 7:30 p.m.

David Seering 8 p.m.

David Seering 8 p.m.

Jazz Brunch with Bill Garrett and Friends

WaCo Ramblers

Russian Party

Garry James 6:30-10:30 p.m.

Garry James 7-11 p.m. Karaoke Upstairs 8-midnight

commander’s palace, HarborWalk Village, 337-8555

David Seering 8 p.m.

crazy marlins, Panama City Beach, 249-5270

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Fokkers sports pub, Fort Walton Beach, 244-6666

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Funky Blues Shack, Destin, 654-3839

Mosley Brown

Zack Rosicka Band

Ben Robinson

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BPM

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KJ’s, Destin, 837-8725

The B-Sides

Roshambo

Roshambo

Pandora’s steakhouse, Okaloosa Island, 244-8669

Greg Pendleton

Greg Pendleton

pineapple willy’s, Panama City Beach, 235-0928

Ben Robinson Band

pompano joe’s, Miramar Beach, 837-2224

Jacob Newman

Dean Sadowski

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Justin Yawn

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Greg Pendleton

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rum Runners, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351-1817

Dueling Piano Show 9 p.m.-2 a.m.

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spinnaker beach club, Panama City Beach, 234-7892

‘80s Nite Costume Party

Josh Cramoy Band

Josh Cramoy Band

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the swamp club, Okaloosa Island, 796-1300

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Amy Hart, currently working on some much-anticipated new material at Jim and Clayton Lancaster’s studio, on Wednesday Night Jams at Miramar Beach’s Bluz:

I rode up there, and we stayed on stage through (Paul) Butterfield, Sha Na Na and Hendrix. I stood right behind Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young in the dark when they uttered those famous words, ‘We’re scared #&@%less’!” Taylor was just 25 feet away from Hendrix when the latter performed his historic set. “I was to the right of the cameraman, so I didn’t end up in the movie. We were onstage for a good 24 hours. There was all this food—ham, watermelon, dark bread, white bread, your mama’s bread— and there were all these people starving down there.” He spent the first day of the festival in the woods, where Taylor and his pals built a fire and “did a couple unmentionable things my wife would shoot me for, so don’t print that. It was pretty much like everyone has detailed it. It was a cornucopia of naked women. Naked guys, too, but I wasn’t looking at them. All dancing foolish, and I was, too. “People were blowing marijuana smoke in the cops’ faces, and they couldn’t do anything. I don’t think about it a lot, but it was wonderful. It was kind of like being at the crucifixion. ‘Hey, I was there!’” After Graffiti folded, Taylor hung around in little clubs and befriended songwriter Townes Van Zandt. “I had long hair and hippie beads, singing protest songs with guys who looked like Jay and the Americans.” Prior to forming Graffiti—that group sprang from a garage band called the Hangmen—Taylor recorded a couple sides with Collection for RCA. That band did a version of “Age of Aquarius” from Hair that “inspired” the Fifth Dimension’s subsequent hit single. “We were pushing a song we’d written for the A-side, which was a stinker. They shouldn’t have listened to us!” In the mid-‘70s, Taylor got out of the music business. He was worn out from being on the road and playing big venues with acts like the Doors (“Jim Morrison was really full of himself, but the rest of the band was fine and dandy.”) and Jefferson Airplane. He ended up singing jingles in the ‘80s. “The bass player from Graffiti said the hell with rock ‘n roll and started doing commercials. I kept doing music but got out from under the contracts with Page 14

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Taylor (second from left) with his ‘60s garage rock band the Hangmen.

labels and management.”

school.’ Of course, that changed!”

Taylor also spent a stretch in Nashville as managing editor of the Music City Loafer. “I shot photos, did copy editing… you know how thankless that is,” he tells me. He was a forerunner of sorts to this publication’s Roving Rogue, covering the bar and restaurant scene as “The Night Crawler.”

Getting back to Woodstock, Taylor calls it “a once in a lifetime thing. None of the other festivals had that kind of lineup, that amazing talent. I love John Sebastian, that jug band music, and Blood Sweat and Tears when Al Kooper was with them. I love Santana, the list goes on.” And Taylor goes on, too, still finding time to pick up his guitar each day.

The Graffiti album is hard to find, and Richie Unterberger’s All Music Guide review is maddeningly inconclusive. On the other hand, the Hangmen were recently voted one of the all-time great garage bands and live on through the magic of YouTube. “We were all in our 20s and trying to make a hit record,” says Taylor. “They really were a good band. The drummer went on to play with Nils Lofgren. I’ve played guitar now for 40 years, and I could play for another 40 and never be as good as Nils.” The Hangmen also spawned a fine jazz guitar player in George Strunz. “We were in Georgetown in the late ‘60s and it was a really hoppin’ scene,” Taylor says of his earliest days as a would-be rock star. “The first group I remember playing with was the Coasters—they all had their hair up in pompadours and smoking reefer, and here we were looking like the Beatles. I’ll never forget those guys—they were cool. ‘You wanna smoke some of this #&@%?’ ‘No, man, I’m still in high

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Upcoming Music Releases

Sept. 8

Phish, Joy Rodrigo y Gabriela, 11:11 Yo La Tengo, Popular Songs Pete Yorn and Scarlett Johansson, Break Up

Sept. 11 Jay-Z, Blueprint 3

Sept. 15 Muse, The Resistance Ricky Skaggs, Songs My Dad Loved Uncle Cracker, Happy Hour

T h e We d n e s d a y Photo of Amy Hart Night Jam is a cool by Michael Loftis, thing. It’s hosted by EdMo Lanier and www.loftisphoto.com. Fritz Froeschner, with a bunch of very talented musicians who all show up just for fun. We have a great set of folks. Ed and Fritz are so very solid. Ed is the coolest cat you will find on the Emerald Coast. He plays the bass, and you can tell they are conjoined. He just stands up there and smiles and plays his ass off. He starts out on the upright, and just lovingly floats the notes out of that big old piece of wood. The metal strings are sleek and well rubbed by his awesome touch—he makes that puppy sing. He knows every song ever written, and he just is the music. He is the master of ceremonies, introduces everyone and calls the jam and the songs all night long. Then there’s Fritz, our local guitar hero. He has the smoothest tone east of the Mississippi in the kingdom of Les Paul. He is also known as “Smilin’ Fritz” because, like Ed, he is always smiling. He rips the riffs up and down, back and forth, inside and out, all in the smoked southern flavor of St. Louis style blues. He doesn’t sound like Stevie Ray or anyone in particular—he really has his own voice, smooth and mellow, and he also sings very, very well. These two dudes are taking over the local scene in a mighty way. Last night’s local courtesans included Cheryl Jones on the keys, Paulie Andre on the Drums, Ike on the Sax, Mike on the Hammond, me and my custom blue tele, Ronnie Sessum channeling Hendrix and Morrison, and several of my soul sisters including Gwen Hall, Kathy Lyons and new girl from Pensacola name of Jenny, I think. Tom DeVorsney was also on stage jamming on his acoustic. Lynwood Cherry, the drummer, is awesome! He sings his ass off and dishes out his own blues tunes from his CD Hard Times. A special treat last night was the appearance of Ron Adams, our resident and holy smokin’ unbelievable Elvis impersonator. We all know each other really well because we have been working here for years and years, but EdMo is new, and boy are we glad to have him. You just don’t get that kind of player too often, who is willing and happy to settle in to this small burg and knuckle down for the winter if you know what I mean. The thing about EdMo is that he is the bass player in town now. Not just a good player but a great guy—puts on the jam hat, emcee hat, welcomer hat, and is all that with his tight little salt and pepper chin braid. Reprinted by permission from www.amyhart. com. Check out Hart’s latest single, “Somebody Saved Me,” at www.myspace.com/ amyhartband.

The Beat’s Record Roundup The Terence Blanchard Group Choices Concord

This is my first Blanchard CD, though I have listened to the New Orleans trumpeter ’s Katrina-themed work A Tale of God’s Will. Choices is likewise serious jazz, or maybe that should be Serious Jazz. As the brief liner notes say, this was a “project” recorded at UNO’s Ogden Museum of Southern Art. Its 15-some tracks include spoken commentary by Princeton professor Dr. Cornel West. West comes off kind of windbaggy—not Stanley Crouch windbaggy, more NPR windbaggy—and what he says doesn’t always seem to have any bearing on the music. Does anyone really think jazz needs academic, social or intellectual justification anymore? As for the tunes, with titles like “Winding Roads,“ “A New World” and “Him or Me,“ this is temperate, even cool jazz, very much an ensemble performance. There’s little of the blaze and bravura that most jazz trumpet players feel obliged to throw in—at least once—on an album. After repeated listenings, I wondered whether the title meant this is a selection (like a buffet?) or just a reiteration of a straightforward theme (the world is what you choose to make it). Either way, I got the point, early. This is easy listening made complicated. - Bruce Collier

Modest Mouse No One’s First, and You’re Next Epic

Modest Mouse’s new album proves to be an interesting collection, rather than the highly anticipated follow-up to the band’s 2007 album We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank. This eight-track EP provides a summary of how these rockers have rushed the mainstream throughout the past few years. With B-sides stretching back to four years ago, the new album includes banjoinfluenced melodies, Cajun-flavored rants and deep-voiced vocals. The band’s first attempt at a hit single is “Satellite Skin,” which includes great beats and enticing rhythms, and resembles the charm of “Float On.” The remaining tracks consist of polished up B-sides from 2004’s Good News for People who Love Bad News and We Were Dead. Most of the remaining tracks are filler—the creativity we have come to expect from Modest Mouse is nowhere to be found. Let’s hope next time the band actually presents us with some of the quality material and fresh sound we have grown to expect. - Lauren Gall

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On Stage

Warm those Tony Lamas at Seaside Rep’s “Toe Roaster” By Sherry Londe However humble, unpretentious or down to earth the ex-football player sporting a cowboy hat may be, one cannot help but discreetly do a double take while in line at the local Starbucks. Lucky us that the head-turning songwriter-musician Bryan Kennedy— along with old friends and prolific collaborators Troy Jones and Wynn Varble—will be performing Kennedy’s play Toe Roaster at the Seaside Rep Labor Day weekend. The guitar playing men are set around a campfire to muse, assess and generally chew the fat. The script weaves original tunes, authentic dialogue and humor into a textured tale depicting the lives of three characters. The blazing star power seen on stage casts no shadows. In real life each performer is a successful songwriter. Bryan Kennedy grew up around the music industry in Tennessee. He

and his brothers got the bug from their father Jerry, who ran Mercury Records in Nashville. The tireless Kennedy has written two plays, a book and a plethora of songs. Garth Brooks has nine of Kennedy’s tunes on several recordings. Songwriter Troy Jones has written for PolygramUniversal, Mosaic Music, and is currently with Carnival Music. He has composed hits for Kenny Chesney, Joe Nichols and, most recently, Billy Currington. The prominent Wynn Varble has co-written with Darryl Worley and has penned songs for Brad Paisley, Garth Brooks, Lee Ann Womack and Montgomery Gentry. Many of these songs will be heard in Toe Roaster. The play speaks to the human condition. After a long day, Kennedy encourages audience members to sit with his characters Chuck, Hamlet and Big Daddy to discuss, laugh, and even shed a few tears. A campfire warms

The musical masterminds behind Toe Roaster—Troy Jones, Wynn Varble and Bryan Kennedy.

the heart, kindles connections, and wraps storytelling in a peaceful glow. Sometimes sitting still is the best way to view our runaway lives.

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Places to Go, Things to Do All information is subject to change. Call for up-to-the-minute details. Deadline for Sept. 17 issue Places and Things submissions is noon Friday, September 11. Email [email protected].

ART

“My Monet” Acrylic Art Classes at Beverly McNeil Gallery, Destin. Classes are Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. and Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Local professional artists guide students through the creative process. Cost is $35 per person; all materials are provided. Private parties or groups of 10 or more available. To register, call (850) 654-4322. Sept. 4. First Friday Art Walk at Ruskin Place, Seaside. This month’s featured artists are Betty Cork and Susan Lucas. www. seasidefl.com. Sept. 4. “New Perspectives on Familiar Subjects” at Amavida Coffee, Seaside. The first in a collective series of art shows, this brings six artists together to offer their perspective on a particular theme. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. Call (850) 3330161 for more information. Sept. 4-6. Art Expo at the Village of Baytowne Wharf, 5-10 p.m. A weekend “good for the art and soul” with world-class art from the area’s leading galleries and live music from Kyle Lamonica, Wes Heath, Coconut String Band and Beachcomber favorite Randy Sherwood. www.baytownewharf.com. Sept. 10. “Girls Gone Wild” Exhibition at Beverly McNeil Gallery, Destin, 5:30-8 p.m. Enjoy food, fun, music by Matt Jones, and the figurative paintings of Lee Wilson and Joan Curtis. Call (850) 654-4322 for more information. Sept. 11-Oct. 18. Mattie Kelly Arts Center Exhibitions at Northwest Florida State College, Niceville. Free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays 1-4 p.m. Also 90 minutes prior to most performances in the main stage theater at the Arts Center. Preview reception Sept. 11, 5-7 p.m. For more information, call (850) 729-6044. - “Vitriforms: Contemporary Glass Art.” Featuring the work of four Tallahassee area artists—Terrie Corbett, Lesley Nolan, Bob Rubanowice and Cheryl Sattler. - “Selections from the Permanent Collection.” Works by perennial favorites Emil Holzhauer and Marie Snow Greene.

Pensacola. Original poetry and digital art constructions by Dr. Terry Prewitt, professor of anthropology at UWF. Artist reception Sept. 10, 5-7 p.m. Free and open to the public. Call (850) 474-2787 or visit www. wuwf.org. Through Sept. 30. Dorothy Starbuck Exhibit at Coastal Branch Library, Santa Rosa Beach. Starbuck was the 2003 Artist of the Year, and her work demonstrates exceptional talent in capturing Florida’s diverse and dwindling natural features. Part of the Art in Public Places program. Call (850) 267-1216 for more information. Sept. 11-12. Destin United Methodist Women’s Fall Flair Show at Destin Life Center. Artists and crafters throughout the southeast will sell their work, and there will be a huge bake sale. Lunch will be available in the Soul Café. Proceeds go to church missions and charities. Call (850) 654-9455 for details.

AUDITIONS

Sept. 13. Children’s Auditions for Northwest Florida Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” at the ballet studio on Perry Avenue, Fort Walton Beach, 2-3:30 p.m. Roles to be cast include party children, mice, angels, bakes and Dutch children. All children must preregister; audition fee of $45 is due by Sept. 11. Children should come dressed in full ballet attire for the audition. To obtain a registration form, visit www.nfballet.org or call (850) 664-7787.

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622-5970 or email [email protected].

Northwest Florida Fairgrounds Invites Local Businesses and Organizations to Sign Up for 2009 Fair scheduled for Nov. 3-8. Boost your own business while providing quality entertainment and memories for the community. This year’s fair promises many exciting new attractions. Call (850) 862-0211 or email [email protected].

The Art Gallery at Navarre Healing Arts is seeking a variety of artwork to show and sell, including paintings, photos, multimedia pieces, collage, pottery, sculpture and more. Contact Connie Jones at (850) 9397964 or email [email protected].

2010 Seabreeze Jazz Festival will take place at Pier Park in Panama City Beach, April 16-18. There are only 60 spaces available. This year ’s festival attracted more than 16,000 jazz fans. Market is open to commercial, fine arts and crafts and wholesale food vendors. For more information visit www.hilltopproductionsinc.com or call (850) 951-2148.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers Needed for Beaux Arts Ball to be held Sept. 25. Opportunities include Artist Market check-in, Ball check-in, silent auction, drink ticket sales and more. Volunteers are also needed on Sept. 26 for drink sales and load-out supervision. Call the Cultural Arts Association office at (850)

CALL TO ARTISTS

Beaux Arts Artist Market to be held Sept. 26 on Grand Boulevard’s North Lawn. No entry fee, but participants are required to donate a piece of artwork for the silent auction that will take place Sept. 25 at the Beaux Arts ball. Applications available at www.culturalartsassociation.com/ beauxarts. Destin Festival of the Arts to be presented Oct. 24-25 at Henderson Beach State Park seeks “adult collaborative artists.” Artwork should be of an artistic caliber associated with a juried fine art show. Judges will award cash prizes to artists in four categories. Competition is open to first 20 applicants; entry fee is $35. Deadline is Sept. 25. For application, contact Deb

BLOOD DRIVES

Sept. 5. Northwest Florida Blood Services “Vein Drain” at Santa Rosa Mall, Mary Esther, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.santarosamall.com.

CALL FOR DONATIONS

Shelter House Seeks Items for Second Annual Yard Sale to be held Sept. 19 at Uptown Station. Shelter House will accept donations at the storefront between WinnDixie and Verizon One Sept. 11, 9 a.m. to noon; Sept. 12, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and Sept. 18, 9 a.m. to noon. Donations will not be accepted on other days. This year, Shelter House hopes to raise $8,000 to fight domestic violence in Okaloosa and Walton counties. Call (850) 243-1201.

CALL FOR VENDORS

Through Sept. 15. “Seeking Inspiration” at Full Circle Gallery, Fort Walton Beach. The exhibition highlights artwork created by students and instructors over the past year. The event also marks the one-year anniversary of the gallery. Additional information at www.fullcirclefwb.com.

Covenant Hospice Seeks Big Ticket Items for Garage Sale and Auction to be held in November at the Northwest Florida Fairgrounds. The organization seeks donations of automobiles, boats and RVs, along with good condition furniture. All donations are tax deductible. Call Shelly Canales at (850) 729-1800.

Through Sept. 25. Poetic Projections of Figure and Metaphor at WUWF’s Gallery 88, University of West Florida campus,

Greater Navarre Beach Arts Association, Inc. Seeks Vendors for 4th Annual Fall Festival to be held Oct. 9-10 in Navarre Park.



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Places to Go, Things to Do continued Nissley at the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation, (850) 650-2226. Fourth Annual Destin Area Summer Photo Contest hosted by Destin Area Chamber of Commerce through Sept. 4. The contest is an exciting way to promote the beautiful city of Destin through locals’ and tourists’ experiences. Categories include family, beach and harbor photos, and the contest is open to all amateur photographers. Winners will receive a Destin prize package and publication in the chamber’s 2010 membership directory. For contest rules and submission guidelines, visit www.destinchamber.com. “Recycle South Santa Rosa,” a one-day event to be held Oct. 24 in Navarre Park, seeks artists who use recycled materials, as well as businesses that feature “green” or energy-efficient technology. Email [email protected] for information.

CALL TO (YOUNG) MUSICIANS

Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra 23rd Annual Concerto Competition sponsored by the NFSO Guild and the Mattie

Kelly Fine and Performing Arts Center. Open to students of orchestral instruments, keyboard and voice who are age 23 or younger. Students will compete for up to $1,500 in prize money and the opportunity to perform with the NFSO live in concert. Applications an contest rules are available at www.nfsymphony.org or the Fine Arts Office at NWF State College in Niceville. For more information, call (850) 7295382. Completed applications must be postmarked by Sept. 15 to be considered.

CLASSES

Adult Programs at Destin Community Center include aerobics, basketball, Brazilian martial arts, chair yoga, duplicate bridge, Jazzercise, oil painting, and more. Call (850) 654-5184. Artful Things in Niceville Offers Adult Classes in watercolor, oil, acrylic and drawing. Call (850) 729-2600 or visit www. artfulthings.net. Arts and Design Society in Fort Walton Beach offers workshops in acrylics, photography, life drawing, and pottery, as well as

Scientist of the Fortnight: Gallagher Comedian Gallagher returns to Fort Walton Beach’s the Block Sept. 16 as part of his “Stimulus Relief Tour.” Tickets are $10. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show starts at 8. More information at www.theblockclub.com. The Beachcomber caught up with the venerable funnyman by phone. You perform roughly a hundred concerts a year. What keeps you going, and how has your act evolved over the years? As people are more and more sexually suggestive in what they wear and how they talk, I have to keep up with that, because it means those words are not as surprising anymore. “Ass” became accepted on television over the last few years—when I first started, I had to say tush instead of butt and boobie instead of… But I’ve always been cutting edge. I was on at the beginning of cable, but I wasn’t one of the “dirty” comedians. It loses its shock value if you give it away at the beginning of the act. I’m a scientist, and I’ve made a study of comedy, human beings and entertainment. People should come and see someone who has spent three decades developing his art. And on top of that, it’s fun. Stimulus Relief Tour? I’m just making fun of the president. But comedy is relief. What kind of doohickeys fall prey to your mighty Sledge-O-Matic these days? A head of lettuce filled with flour. This makes a bomb, a kind of poof of flowery smoke instead of water. I try something new every night. This is how you grow as a

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performer. Don’t be afraid to fail in front of a crowd. A lot of comedians don’t change their act at all. They call it a “routine” because it becomes routine. You should always be ready to play the moment and be spontaneous. Different rooms have different atmosphere, ambience, feel, or you can change your mind by how much they laugh at something. It’s like tennis— give and take, knocking it back and forth. Who among the current crop of comedians makes you laugh? They all have a joke or two I’d like to steal, but I don’t really get to see them until they do their specials on Comedy Central. I’m 63, and I’m lucky to remember their names at my age. I like Dimitri Martin and Kevin James, even though he’s not a “new” comedian. I like Ron White, how he stands there with a cigarette and a drink and has an attitude close to mine. I really don’t like the foul-mouthed comics because they lack dynamic. Have you seen Dave Chappelle’s “Black Gallagher” sketch? I thought black people were going to come to my shows after that. Wrong!

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open studio time to paint with others. Call (850) 244-1271 or visit www.artsdesignsociety.com.

COMEDY

Act4Murder Comedic Mysteries for Dinner Theater. Plenty of laughs and a delicious three-course meal. For upcoming show details, visit www.act4murder.com. - “Peace, Love…and Murder!” at Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill, Destin. Just in time for the 40th anniversary of Woodstock, a group of hippies seek tranquility and get more than they bargained for. Enjoy a special show-related menu, including “Happy Hippie Brownies” for dessert. Seating at 6:15 p.m., dinner and show at 7. Price is $39.95 plus tax and tip. Call (850) 460-2028 for reservations, and come dressed in your favorite ‘60s apparel.

COOKING

Kitchenique Cooking Classes. Now located at 26150 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin. Prices vary for each class. Visit www. kitchenique.com or call (850) 837-0432 for dates and details.

EVENTS

Saturdays. Seaside Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon. Find local specialties including fresh produce and baked goods. Special cooking demos. In the Seaside Amphitheater. www.seasidefl.com.

FESTIVALS

Sept. 4-6 Saints Markella & Demetrios 18th Annual Greek Festival

Emerald Coast Conference Center, Okaloosa Island. The festival begins Friday at 4 p.m. with tasty food, authentic Greek music and live dancing. Children’s activities all weekend and silent auction Saturday. Hours are Friday, 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.greekfestivalfwb.com.

EDUCATIONAL

Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida Home School History Classes

115 Westview Avenue, Valparaiso. Discover the past through hands-on activities, local area experts and a visit from the Walton Guard. Programs are designed for grades 1-5, and space is limited. Call (850) 678-2615 to register. - Sept. 25. Panhandle Pioneers, 9 a.m. to noon.

- Oct. 23. Fish Tales, 9 a.m. to noon. - Nov. 20. Military Heritage Then and Now, 9 a.m. to noon. Each class is $10 per child, or $5 for HMNF members. Multiple child discounts for families. Sept. 10. Cyber Crimes and Your Children at West Florida Public Library, Pensacola, 6-7:30 p.m. Presented by the Pensacola Police Department. Call (850) 436-2227 for information. Sept. 13. Unlimited Horizons Presents “The Upside and Downside of Alien Contact” with Robin Quail Andrews at Gulf Breeze Recreation Center, 5:30 p.m. A donation of $7 is requested. Andrews will discuss unusual UFO encounters and more. www. unlimited-horizons.org.

Sept. 10-11. Emerald Coast Beer Festival at Seville Quarter, Pensacola. Tickets are $20 in advance from club members or by mail, $25 from ticket outlets, and $30 day of event. VIP tickets also available. Help support the Independence Fund and Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and enjoy a wide variety of great beers. www.emeraldcoastbeerfest.com.

FILM

Sept. 6. Central Square Cinema at Seaside Amphitheater, 8 p.m. Grab your blankets and enjoy a new Disney comedy hit under the stars. www.seasidefl.com.

FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS

Cottages for Canines at the Village of Baytowne Wharf to benefit the Children’s Volunteer Health Network. Starts Sept. 18. There will be an auction of all remaining “doggie dreamhouses” Sept. 27. www. cvhnkids.org. Thursdays. Yappy Hour at Tijuana Flats, Fort Walton Beach, 6-10 p.m. to benefit Panhandle Animal Welfare Services (PAWS). Biscuits and water provided for dogs. Representatives from PAWS will bring adorable, adoptable dogs for guests to meet and

Places to Go, Things to Do continued hopefully add to their families. Call (850) 301-0003 or visit www.tijuanaflats.com. Sept. 12. Verlon Thompson at Stinky’s Fish Camp, Santa Rosa Beach, to benefit the Canaan Recovery Foundation. Thompson has written songs for Guy Clark, Sam Bush, Alan Jackson, Randy Travis and many others. Advance tickets are $50 for dinner and show, $25 for VIP show seating, and $15 for show-only at the door. Beachcomber favorites the Steenos and Washboard Jackson will open, and Matt Miller plans to sit in. Call (850) 974-5473. Sept. 19. Heritage Park and Cultural Center Yard Sale at the Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum grounds, Fort Walton Beach, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations for the sale are welcome and may be dropped off at Heritage Park during regular museum hours. All proceeds will benefit the three museums under Heritage Park’s care—the Schoolhouse, Indian Temple Mound Museum, and Garnier Post Office Museum. Call (850) 833-9595 for more information.

GOLF

Sept. 11-12. Destin Seafood Festival Golf Classic. The tournament offers a two-person team, best ball format along the fairways and greens of Destin’s original course, Indian Bayou Golf Course. Twoperson teams are $550, which includes two days of tournament play, one practice round, breakfast and lunch both days, and a cocktail party. Prizes to be awarded in all flights. For additional information, call the Destin Area Chamber of Commerce at (850) 837-6241 or visit www.DestinChamber.com.

HEALTH FAIRS

Sept. 19. Health Fair at Santa Rosa Mall, Mary Esther, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.santarosamall.com.

KIDS

Abrakadoodle Art Classes. Various locations. Call (850) 424-5058 or visit www. abrakadoodle.com. Tuesdays. Family Fun Day at the Market Shops at Sandestin. Free kids’ meals from 4-8 p.m. and special merchant offers all day long. Entertainment from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. www.sandestin.com. Tuesdays. Family Night at Santa Rosa Mall, Fort Walton Beach. Free carousel rides from 5 to 9 p.m. and special offers from select stores and restaurants. www. santarosamall.com.

LABOR DAY EVENTS

Sept. 5-6. HarborWalk Village Labor Day Celebration. Enjoy live entertainment by the Apple Beatles Saturday and Sunday night. Fireworks Sunday at 8:30 p.m. Visit www.harborwalkdestin.com for details.

Sept. 5. Labor Day Weekend at Alys Beach. Flapjacks at Fonville Press, 8-10 a.m.; open house, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; shrimp boil featuring live music from Beachcomber Music Award winner Donnie Sundal in the amphitheatre, 5-9 p.m. Morrocan Aperitif at Studio b, 4:30-6:30 p.m. www.alysbeach.com. Sept. 4-6. Seaside Keeps the Summer Alive. Concerts, movies and more in the amphitheater. See music and film listings for details. www.seasidefl.com.

LIBRARY EVENTS

Fridays. Friends of Destin Library, 10 a.m., Destin Library. The Friends are a nonprofit group interested in promoting the services and needs of the public library. Membership is $10 per year. Call (850) 837-8572. Sept. 3. Mystery by the Book Club Meets at Fort Walton Beach Library. Noon in the meeting room. The club will discuss Laura Lippman’s What the Dead Know. New members are welcome. Bring a brown bag lunch—coffee and dessert will be served. Call (850) 833-9590. Sept. 12. Blackwater Heritage Trail Free Book Swap at the Trail Visitor Center next to the Milton Library, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring books, take books—no limit. Call (850) 6260009 or (850) 983-5338. Sept. 19. Friends of the Niceville Library Book Sale, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open to the public. Gently used books, audiobooks, videos and collectible rare books. Baked goods will be sold. A presale will be offered for members Sept. 18, 5-7 p.m.; non-members may join at the library that day. All proceeds from the sale benefit the Niceville Public Library. Call (850) 729-4090 or email [email protected].

MEETINGS

Shelter House Domestic Violence Victims’ Support Groups. All information discussed is confidential; no appointment necessary. Childcare is provided, and refreshments are served. Call (850) 243-1201 or visit www.shelterhousenwfl.org. - Tuesdays, Fort Walton Beach, 10:30 a.m. to noon and 6-8 p.m. - Thursdays, Crestview, 10:30 a.m. to noon. - Thursdays, DeFuniak Springs, 1-2:30 p.m.

- Sept. 16. The Ben Robinson Band. Robinson’s a one-of-a-kind guitar man.

Resort, Destin, 4-7 p.m. www.BlueLewProductions.info.

Thursdays. Navarre Park Summer Concert Series at the foot of the Navarre Bridge. Bring beach blankets and lawn chairs for an evening of free family entertainment, 6-8 p.m. Visit www.navarrechamber.com or call (850) 939-3267. - Sept. 3. Classic Rock Session. Sponsored by Gulf Coast Immediate Care Center.

Sept. 6 A Musical Farewell to Summer with David Seering and the Classic Brass

Sept. 3. WUWF’s “RadioLive” Presents the Get Rites, Randall Williams, Bob and Joline Patterson at the Museum of Commerce in Historic Pensacola, 6 p.m. Admission is a cash of non-perishable food donation for Manna Food Pantries. www.wuwf.org. Sept. 4. Beachcomber Music Award Winners Dread Clampitt at Seaside, 6-8 p.m. Kyle, Balder, Kenny and John bring their “blue-eyed soulgrass” to the amphitheater. Enjoy your Dread Clampitt favorites along with new songs from their forthcoming album. www.seasidefl.com. Sept. 4. Blue Lew and Beachcomber Music Award Winner Matt Miller at Pelican Beach Resort, Destin, 4-7 p.m. www. BlueLewProductions.info. Sept. 5. Art Harris and the Z-Tones at Seaside Amphitheater, 6-8 p.m. The swingin’ rhythm and jumpin’ blues band throws in plenty of Mississippi Delta soul and Louisiana groove, too. www.seasidefl.com. Sept. 6. Beachcomber Music Award Winning Band Newfangled Theory at Seacrest Beach Lagoon Amphitheatre, 2 p.m. www. myspace.com/newfangledtheory. Sept. 6. Beachcomber Music Award Winner Bill Garrett at Pelican Beach

at Grand Park in Grand Boulevard, 7 p.m. Presented by the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation and Grand Boulevard at Sandestin ®. Seering—profiled in the Aug. 6 Beachcomber—and the band will perform music from Broadway, big bands and pop-rock favorites Chicago. Emerald Coast Coffee & Grille will serve their special kebabs, pinchitos and bruschetta, along with a variety of beverages, during the concert. Preconcert reception at Tommy Bahama’s, 5:30 p.m. Purchase tickets for the reception at (850) 650-2226. The merchants of Grand Boulevard will hold a raffle drawing to benefit arts education programs. www.mattiekellyartsfoundation.org. Sept. 9. Second Wednesday Organ Concert with David Ott in the First United Methodist Church sanctuary, Fort Walton Beach, noon. Sept. 10. “You Can Be a Star in Navarre” Karaoke Contest Finals in Navarre park. Free and open to the public. The American Legion Rider Post 382 will preface the event with a flag presentation and singing

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MILITARY

Sept. 12. Military Appreciation Day at Santa Rosa Mall, Mary Esther. www.santarosamall.com.

MUSIC

Wednesday Night Concert Series at the Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin, 7-9 p.m. Free and open to the public, weather permitting. Enjoy new talent from a variety of genres this month. www.sandestin.com. - Sept. 9. Hightide Blues. High-energy southern rock with a modern twist.



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Places to Go, Things to Do continued of the national anthem in commemoration of 9/11. Grand prize for the amateur singing contest is $1,000, donated by Johnny Huston’s Grille & Bar. Details at www. youcanbeastarinnavarre.com. Sept. 12. Roman Street at Seaside Amphitheater. Part of the Endless Summer Concert Series. This Mobile-based band dabbles in “new” flamenco as well as smooth and “not-so-smooth” jazz. www. seasidefl.com.

OUTDOORS

Florida Trail Association Activities. - Sept. 4. A Walk Around Milton, dinner afterwards, 6 p.m. Call (850) 983-2557. - Sept. 5. Kayak/Canoe Night Float Trip, followed by dinner, 6 p.m. Call (850) 7296729. - Sept. 6. Afternoon Hike on Pensacola Beach’s Dunes Trail, 4 p.m. Call (850) 932-5469. Additional information at http://choctaw. floridatrail.org.

Sept. 5 Billabong Grom Comp at Pompano Joe’s Beach Park

Miramar Beach, starts at 9 a.m. Billabong Destin and Ride On Surf School team up for the second young surfers’ competition of the summer, for ages 12 and under. Four divisions include Super Groms, ages 8 and under; Mini Groms, ages 10 and under; Groms, ages 12 and under; and Senior Groms, ages 14 and under. No surfing experience required, and surfboards will be provided for participants. It’s all about children having fun. Entry fee is $15 and includes signature event t-shirt and goodie bag. To register, call Frank Sims at (850) 4243553 or Matt Cassidy at (850) 582-2593.

Sept. 4. Choctawhatchee Audubon Society “EVEnture,” a free hour-long night walk at Henderson Beach State Park in Destin, 6:30 p.m. All are invited, but focus is on ages 3-10. Bring a flashlight and/or headlamp and please wear bug repellent. RSVP to (850) 862-9588 or email nonie@ noniesark.com.

PETS

(850) 585-0496 or www.maascoffee.com.

Sept. 5. Blackwater Heritage State Trail Annual Fall Dog Walk in Milton, 6-7 p.m. A one-mile walk at a leisurely pace. All participating dogs must be licensed and on a six-foot leash. Bring water for your dog and yourself. Walk begins at the Trail Visitor’s Center next to the Milton Library. Call Brett Williams at (850) 758-5305.

Sept. 12 Dog Daze 2009 at Fort Walton Beach Landing

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Music, pet readings and canine demonstrations, as well as games and contests for dogs and their humans. Watch agility and dachshund races and have your dog run the Doggie Fun Zone lure course. Take the Canine Good Citizen Test, have your pet micro chipped and get a great photo. And check out the Bowser Bazaar to buy your dog related merchandise. Goodie bags and clean-up bags with registration donation. All well-behaved dogs aged six months or older are welcome; registration is required as is proof of rabies vaccination. Pets must be on solid leash at all times. This year, Dog Daze is including a parade at 12:30. www.fwbchamber.org/ FWB-Dog-Daz.dogdaze.0.html.

POETRY

Sept. 9. Poetry Night at Maas Coffee Roasters, downtown Fort Walton Beach, 7 p.m. Bring your best rhymes and enjoy the finest java in town.

THEATER

Mattie Kelly Fine and Performing Arts 2009-10 Season Tickets On Sale Now. This season includes Ed Asner as FDR (Feb. 6, 2010), the NFSO’s From Russia with Love (Sept. 26) and much more. Visit www.mattiekellyartscenter.org. Sept. 4-5. Seaside Repertory Theatre Hosts Bryan Kennedy’s “Toe Roaster,” a hilarious musical play written and performed by Nashville singer-songwriters, at the Meeting Hall Theatre, 8 p.m. See the article in this issue’s On Stage department. Tickets are $24 or $20 for members. Purchase online at www.seasiderep.org or call (850) 231-0733. Sept. 17. “The Spider and the Bee” at Mattie Kelly Fine and Performing Arts Center, Niceville, 9:45 and 11:30 a.m. on the mainstage. A courtroom trial where a scientific spider and an artsy bee try to figure out whose way is best. Tickets are $6 for students and chaperones. This is part of the Children’s Series for school groups, although limited seating may be available for others. Call (850) 729-6065.

WORKSHOPS

Sept. 5 and 19. Wire Wrapped Jewelry with Mary Yates, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Yates is back with two more workshops during which participants will make three lovely pairs of earrings with sterling silver wire and choice of semi-precious beads. Cost is $30 for Cultural Arts Association members and $35 for “not yet” members, plus $15 supply and tools fee. Bring a brown bag lunch. Call (850) 622-5970 to register. Sept. 12. Basket Weaving with Carol Dickson, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dickson is one of the CAA’s most popular presenters. Each class—another is scheduled for Oct. 17—features a different basket. Cost is $30 for members and $35 for “not yet” members. (850) 622-5970 to register.

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Around Town SPORTS BARS Anglers Beachside Grill See virtually all the games that are played anywhere through the magic of satellites. Complete college sports coverage, plus the NFL, NBA, Major League Baseball, and all the rest. 1030 Hwy 98W, Okaloosa Island, 796‑0260. Beef O’Brady’s family sports pub (2 locations) A range of wings, sandwiches, wraps, soups and salads served in a traditional, but family‑friendly, sports bar atmosphere with lots of TV choices and a kids game room. Excellent chicken wings, hot deli sandwiches, fresh salads, and great kids menu. Beer and wine. $4‑10. 9375 Emerald Coast Parkway (The Market Shops at Sandestin), 837‑9710 and 4540 Hwy 20E, Niceville 897‑3964. RuM RUNNERS SPORTS BAR Upstairs from the restaurant, the sports bar features specials on appetizers and draft beer for NFL Sunday football and college games on Saturday. Village of Baytowne Wharf, 130 Fisherman’s Cove, 351-1817. Shades at the loop Good selection of local seafood and land fare, simply prepared, served with efficiency and a smile. Grilled, fried and blackened fish and chicken, sandwiches and salads. Pork chops, steak, even wings and pizza. Full bar and wide choice of draft and bottled beers. $5-24, 10952 Hwy 30A, Inlet Bch, 231-9410.

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Destin Library 150 Sibert Avenue, 837‑8572. Tuesdays: 3 p.m. Cuddlers and Toddlers Story Time for children six months to 4 years old, held in the children’s room at the new Destin library. Each session is limited to 15 children and their parents. Thursdays: 9:30 a.m. Cuddlers and Toddlers Story Time for children six months to 4 years old, held in the children’s room at the new Destin library. Each session is limited to 15 children and their parents.

VALPARAISO COMMUNITY LIBRARY 459 Valparaiso Parkway, (850) 729-5406 First Monday of Each Month, 6:30 p.m. Creative Gardener and Floral Design Series sponsored by the Valparaiso Garden Club. Mondays, 4 p.m. Story Time for Elementary School Children. Parents welcome to participate with their children in art activities, reading, and a pre-planned story with the library staff. Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. Story Time for Ages 6 Months to 5 Years in the newly remodeled Children’s Area. Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to noon. Assisted Genealogy Research. The library’s genealogy collection includes over 6,700 books and printed documents, along with microfilm census records from the 1800s.

BEACHSIDE WORSHIP SERVICES

Good News United Methodist Church Sunday services 8:50 a.m., traditional worship 9:45 a.m. Sunday school, 11 a.m., contemporary worship, 4747 Hwy 98W, Santa Rosa Beach, 622-9191. grace lutheran church Worship services at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Sundays, 4325 Commons Drive, 654-1679. Hope Lutheran Church (LCMS) Beach worship at 8 a.m. at Ed Walline Beach Park at the intersection of CR-30A and CR-393 in Santa Rosa Beach. Sunday worship service at 1477 S. CR-393 (in the Crosspoint Baptist Church building) begins at 8:45 a.m. followed by Bible study. For more info, call 267-0322. Santa Rosa Community Church Interdenominational service 10 a.m. Sundays. 3524 Hwy. 98W, 267‑7599.

cHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION EPISCOPAL CHURCH (UECNA) 1928 Book of Common Prayer Service, 10 a.m. Sundays, communion service 2nd and 4th Sundays, morning prayer, 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays. 66 8th Street, Shalimar, 651-9800.

Shoreline church Non-denominational modern Sunday service at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at Rave Motion Pictures in Destin Commons. Kids church and nursery available, 650-8658 or shorelinechurch.net.

Destin United Methodist Church Sunday Morning Worship Services at 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m. at 200 Beach Drive, Destin, 837‑2021.

St. Andrews Episcopal Church Service at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. 307 Hwy. 98E, Destin, 650‑2737.

EMERALD COAST LUTHERAN CHURCH Services are held at 8 a.m. at the Chapel of the Community Church on the side of Church Street. 3524 U.S. 98 West, Santa Rosa Beach. (850) 650-0339 faith assembly christian church Sunday worship services: 8:45 and 11 a.m. Nursery and children’s church is available. Wednesday bible study at 7 p.m. Located at 306 S. Geronimo St. in Miramar Beach, three blocks west of Silver Sands Outlet Mall. 837-7561. First Baptist Church of Seagrove Sunday services at 10 a.m. and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 4915 E Hwy. 30A, Seagrove, 231‑2884.

St. Markella & Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church Sunday service at 10 a.m. 400 Hwy. 98E, Mary Esther, 244‑0822. St. Rita Catholic Church Saturday service at 5:30 p.m. through Oct. 1, then 4 p.m. through Easter. Sunday services at 8 and 10 a.m. 137 Moll Drive (just south of Hwy 98W) Santa Rosa Bch, 267‑2558. St. Simon’s on the Sound Episcopal Church Sunday services at 7, 8, and 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. 28 Hwy. 98W, FWB, 244‑8621. Village Baptist Church Sunday services at 9 and 10:30 a.m. 101 Matthew (one block south of Hwy. 98E), Destin, 837‑8107.

Fort Walton Beach Library 185 Miracle Strip, 833‑9590 The Friends of the Fort Walton Beach Library sell new and good condition used books from fifty cents to $5. The store is located in the lobby of the library and is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Donations are welcome during these hours.

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ArtsQuest Journeys Back to 30-A Special to the Beachcomber The Cultural Arts Association of Walton County announces that the ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival will have a new home in May 2010. The Festival will move to the Town of Seaside next year, just two miles down Scenic Highway 30-A from Grayton Beach where in 1989 the event was founded and lived for seven years. ArtsQuest then spent seven years in Eden State Park and another seven in Sandestin’s Village of Baytowne Wharf. The ArtsQuest committee began searching for a new home for the festival when the future at its current venue in Sandestin became uncertain. Several interested communities were explored, and Seaside emerged as the best venue for the relocation. “Seaside is privileged to be selected as the new host for this wonderful event, and we welcome it back to 30-A,” says Seaside general manager Pam Avera. ArtsQuest chair Nan Ream says she is excited about ArtsQuest’s opportunity to “return to our roots” along 30-A. “CAA considers this move to have great potential for festival growth,” says Ream. “Seaside welcomes artists and art lovers alike into a community spirit that provides terrific shopping, dining and accommodations along the greatest beaches in the country.”

“The CAA is extremely grateful to Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort and the Village of Baytowne Wharf for supporting ArtsQuest for seven years and allowing it to flourish,” adds executive director Jennifer Steele Saunders. “We are optimistic about the festival’s move back to Scenic Highway 30-A, where it began nearly 22 years ago, and look forward to working with the Merchants of Seaside, the Seaside Community Development Corporation and Cottage Rental Agency to continue to evolve ArtsQuest and fulfill the CAA’s vision to enrich lives, stimulate economy and strengthen community through the arts.” The 22nd Annual ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival will continue to be held Mother’s Day weekend with the 2010 date set for May 7–9. There will be room for over 100 local and national artists, along with four stages of music, theater performances, KidZone and a Walton County student art exhibit. The ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival, sponsored in part by the Beaches of South Walton, is the largest of the many events and programs produced by the Cultural Arts Association as part of its mission to support the arts in Walton County through leadership, advocacy, funding, programs and education. For more information about ArtsQuest or the Cultural Arts Association of Walton County, visit www.CulturalArtsAssociation.com, or call (850) 622.5970.

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Bluz Grill & Bar opens early and closes late (2 a.m.). As the name—if pronounced correctly—indicates, there’s music to be heard. That starts later in the evening, and there’s a good-sized stage in the bar area (full bar) with a serious-looking bandstand. Diners can sit either in the bar area or in another room parallel to the bar, known as Sunside Café, where breakfast and lunch are served. They seem pretty accommodating, so I expect you could have your breakfast in the bar if you wanted.

Music is very much the theme at Bluz, borne out by the décor of assorted jazz and blues festival posters, images of rock and blues icons, and instruments hung up over the bandstand like household gods. A table at the entrance offers brochures and program lists of area and regional bands, and someone is always scheduled to play, including such notables as Dread Clampitt, Donnie Sundal and Dikki Du and the Zydeco Krewe. We had dinner on an early weekend evening, so the music review will have to wait. (Editor’s note: See Amy Hart’s piece on Bluz Wednesday Night Jams in the Beat.)

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on a few items we asked about, adding that many were suitable for sharing if we were looking for a lighter meal. That’s a desirable quality in a server, taking the trouble to see what the diner wants, not just what he can be persuaded to buy. Good for you, Ryan.

We were invited to sit anywhere, so we chose the Sunside Café side of the restaurant, which got us a little more of the sunlight. We ordered drinks and looked over the menu. It is also online, but is subject to change.

Fortunately for Ryan, we were not in a mood to eat light. We chose a combination appetizer platter of toasted ravioli, fried calamari, tomato bruschetta, spinach and crab florentine dip, and garlic chicken tenders. This incorporates several of the appetizers, and can be ordered for two, four, and so on. It comes with alfredo and marinara dipping sauces, and it ranks as a meal, unless you’re reviewing. I especially enjoyed the calamari, though the crunchy cheese ravioli was a close second.

The food is Italian-American, with Med-style starters, customized pasta and pizza variations, house specials, and sandwiches. “The portions are big here,” said our server, Ryan. He gave us his take

Other starters include oysters casino, steamed clams, shrimp scampi bruschetta, wings, mussels marinara and fried “Bangup” shrimp, with a house sauce.



A friend had recommended the stromboli to me, and my dining companion was interested in trying grouper piccatta with pasta (it’s also available with chicken or veal), so that’s what we got. Other pasta choices include a mix-andmatch offering with your choice of a selection of pastas and meat, seafood or vegetables and marinara, alfredo, roast garlic cream, garlic and oil, tomato basil cream, or fradiavolo sauce. There’s a long list of pizzas and regular and specialty toppings, and pesto, parmigiana, or house special (“ala Bluz”) dishes with eggplant, grouper, veal, chicken, shrimp or scallops. And calzone. The stromboli—Ryan warned me of this—was enormous and farsightedly cut in half (the rest was the next night’s dinner). It’s essentially what a pizza would be if it decided to roll over— chewy dough filled with ham, sausage, pepperoni, onions, sweet peppers and molten cheese. There’s plenty of tasty bits and pieces, and it should not be

eaten with the bare hands because the cheese is really hot. You may know that there’s an island named Stromboli, with an active volcano. That cannot be a coincidence. The grouper piccatta was likewise generously portioned, and its richness was nicely cut by the capers and spinach. Like the stromboli, half of it went home for later. This left dessert, which we decided to split. That night they had cheesecake, chocolate cake, key lime pie and tiramisu. The choice may vary, so ask the server. We got the tiramisu. Like everything else, it was large enough for two—actually for me, mostly, since my friend had pretty much bailed on further eating. It was creamy, not overly sweet, with a nice touch of coffee and cocoa. Bluz Grill & Bar has plenty of room, plenty of food and liquor, and a bandstand that is definitely not an afterthought. Now that summer is drawing to a close, and the visiting crowds have thinned, this would be just the spot to have a drink, a bite, and count your hardearned summer money.

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Restaurant Guide Restaurants reviewed by our staff of professional eaters are rated; all others give an overview of the type of food being served, the price range, address and phone. The rating reflects the level of excellence on one day only. Happy eating! KEY ����� Excellent ���� Terrific ��� Honorable �� Worth checking out � Order takeout or cook at home

american cabana cafe ���� Large, informal and kid-friendly, Cabana Cafe offers a varied menu of snacks, pizzas, grilled and cold sandwiches, burgers, and more sophisticated grownup fare. Cuban sandwich, po’boys, steaks, fish tacos, and pasta specialties. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served daily. Full bar. $5-28. 112 Seascape Blvd., Miramar Beach, (850) 424-3574. Callahan’s restaurant and deli ��� /³ A local lunch and dinner favorite for years, it offers a wide selection of sandwiches, salads, burgers, steaks and chops. Favorites are New York strip steak, prime rib and you-name-it deli sandwich classics. daily speicals, wine and beer, $4-19, 791 Harbor Blvd, Destin, 837-6328. 2

Hartell’s Serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night burgers, fries, shakes and ice cream. The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, (850) 654-9453. Hog’s Breath Cafe ���� A variety of food options including hamburgers, appetizers, certified Angus beef, and local Gulf seafood entrées at great prices. Daily specials. Live music seven days a week. $4‑19, 541 Hwy. 98E, Destin, 837‑5991. the magnolia grill Historic 1920s Florida charm, often called “a museum that serves food.” Seafood, steaks, Italian favorites, wine and beer. Delighted to take your reservation. $5-24, 157 Brooks Street SE, Fort Walton Beach, (850) 302‑0266. www.magnoliagrill.com. Mary’s kitchen ���� A country outpost since 1950, Mary’s offers pork barbecue, fried catfish and a wellchosen list of hearty homestyle items. Meatloaf burgers, sandwiches, and plenty of sides. Pies made in-house daily. Lunch and dinner, Mon-Sat. $4-11. 186-G Eglin Pkwy. NE, Fort Walton, 863-1141. rum runners ���� This is the Baytowne Wharf place with the dueling pianos. It’s also a comfortable spot for lunch and dinner, with a variety of appetizers, wraps, sandwiches and main dishes featuring beef, chicken and plenty of Gulf seafood. Full bar, open for lunch and dinner. $7-25. 130 Fisherman’s Cove, Sandestin, 351-1817. slick mick’s This is a family owned deli, grill, and sports bar featuring authentic Philly cheese steaks, brick oven pizza, deli and specialty sandwiches and salads in a laid back family atmosphere. A great draft beer selection, too. $8‑12, 19 N. Eglin Pkwy, FWB, 864‑5577. Wing-stop “The Wing Experts” Chicken wings & tenders always made fresh-to-order & served steaming hot, ready in less than 14 minutes. Sauced in nine proprietory flavors Homemade sides & fresh cut fries. Offering Wine & Beer. Dine in or Take Out 837-5333 Walmart Shopping Center, 16055 Emerald Coast Pkwy. Suite #111, Destin, Locally owned and operated.

Barbeque HOG’S BREATH BOSS HOG BBQ Smoked dry rubbed ribs, Boston butts, chickens and turkeys. Sandwiches and plates, full service catering. Homemade key lime pies and picnics to go. Located next to Hog’s Breath Café. 837‑0644. JamBone ���� Organically raised barbecue with an array of seasonings and sauces. Brisket, wings, pork, ribs, chicken, burgers, and sides. There’s a seafood raw bar, more than 100 beers, and live music. Friendly service in a casual atmosphere. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar. $2 - 23. 3906 U.S. 98 West, Santa Rosa Beach, 267-1497.

Breakfast & More hibiscus coffee & guesthouse Nestled among the trees, surrounded by herb and flower gardens and serving vegetarian breakfasts from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. with comfortable rooms in the Old Florida laid back atmosphere. Café $2‑$9. Rooms $120‑$130. 85 DeFuniak Street, Grayton Bch, 231‑2733. www.hibiscusflorida.com.

SILVER SANDS Serving breakfast seven mornings a week from 5:30‑10:30 a.m. Big country breakfasts fit for the sea‑going fisherman in the true tradition of Destin. $3‑12, 538 Hwy 98 (Harbor Docks Restaurant), Destin, 837‑2506.

Cajun & Creole New orleans creole cookery ����� A.J. Tusa, a thirdgeneration restaurateur, invites you to taste the flavors of New Orleans. Come try a roast beef po-boy, spicy boiled crawfish or shrimp, or a deep fried seafood platter. Full bar. $5-32. Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin, (850) 351-1885.

Casual Dining camille’s sidewalk café ���¾ Sandwiches of many kinds and colors are the star at this busy cafe. An extensive menu offers hot and cold meat and vegetable wraps, panini, salads, and soups, washed down with fruit smoothies. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served. $4-8. 10406 Emerald Coast Parkway, (Silver Sands Factory Stores) Sandestin, 650-2920. Whale’s Tail Beach Bar & Grill If you want to feel like you’re at a real beach bar, this is the place; good food and drinks, plus superb bloody marys. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. $4‑15, 1373 Scenic Gulf Dr. Destin, 650‑4377.

COFFEE HOUSES/Delis Bad Ass Coffee Company A gourmet coffee house specializing in Kona coffee, espresso, cappuccino, and lattes. Full deli featuring Boar’s Head products and homemade muffins, plus breakfast sandwiches and desserts. Free wireless Internet access and merchandise. Open daily at 7 a.m. $1‑6.50. 1708 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Bch, 269‑3997. Camille’s at Crystal Beach A coffee and market shop, overlooking the gulf. Camille’s offers a wide variety of coffee, breakfast, muffins, sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit smoothies and a package store. Open daily. 2931 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, 337‑8860. MISS LUCILLE’S GOSSIP PARLOR Get the scoop and a whole lot more! Enjoy coffee, espresso, breakfast, lunch, fabulous desserts, and free Internet (WiFi) service. Open every day at 7:30 a.m. Located at the corner of 393 & 30-A, Santa Rosa Beach, 267‑BLAB.

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Contemporary bistro bijoux ����� The jewel still sparkles at Baytowne, serving a seasonal menu including quail, venison, duck, steak, chicken, veal and seafood with spectacular sauces and a variety of sides. Terrific bread, and desserts worth planning for in advance. Nightly specials, full bar. $8-38. 9100 Baytowne Blvd., Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin, (850) 622-0760. BLUZ GRILL & BAR ���� An island of food, drink and serious local and regional music, Bluz opens early and stays open late, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, much of it with an Italian accent. Pasta, pizza, calzone and house specialties with fish, seafood, chicken and veal and a wide choice of toppings and sauces. Live music, full bar. $7-19. 11225 U.S. 98 East, Miramar Beach, (850) 424-5980.

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bogey’s ���� Fine dining in the beautifully maintained old Hotel DeFuniak. Fish, shellfish, chicken, veal and beef prepared in both traditional and imaginative new ways. Soft-shelled crab, prime rib, chicken piccata, scampi, even fish and chips, in a soothing and elegant dining room. Lots of dessert choices, full bar. $5-30. 400 U.S. 90 East, DeFuniak Springs, (850) 951-2233. bud & alley’s ����� This Seaside perennial just keeps getting better. Lunch and dinner daily, with a varying menu offering grilled, roasted, and sautéed fish and shellfish, quail, chicken, pork, and plenty of interesting accompaniments. Full bar, $4-34. 2236 CR30A East, Seaside, 231-5900. CALLAHAN’S RESTAURANT AND DELI ���� A local lunch and dinner favorite for years, Callahan’s offers a wide selection of sandwiches, salads, steaks and chops. Favorites include New York strip steak, prime rib and you-name-it deli sandwich classics. Daily specials, wine, beer and cocktails. $4-19. 791 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 837-6328.

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CAMELLIA GRILL ���� Come early, stay late at this recently-opened dining spot on the Destin Harbor. Friendly servers talk you through a menu offering formidable omelettes, waffles, and hearty sandwiches, grilled before your eyes and served over the counter in a bright diner atmosphere. Burgers, roast beef sandwiches, BLTs, chili, ice cream desserts and old-fashioned pies. $1-9. 2 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 650-2907. courtyard wine & cheese A wine bar featuring low production wines by the glass, bottle or for retail. The tasting room opens to a courtyard and an artisan cheese shop featuring cheeses, cured meats, oils, vinegars, cheese



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drinks. Sunday brunch. $6-32. 4201 Two Trees Road (Palms of Destin), Destin, (850) 351-0900.

fire ���� A warm place to eat in Grayton Beach, offering a seasonally varied menu of fish, shellfish, meat and poultry served with imaginative sides in a cozy, homelike setting. Pheasant, pork roulades, veal, grouper, and short ribs are among the choices. Lunch and dinner, wine and beer. $6-35, 55 Clayton Lane, Grayton Beach, 231-9020.

(Vin’tij) ����� Wine boutique and bistro. Wonderful food, service and atmosphere. Great approach to wine service offering Flight or tasters of unique varietals. Open daily for lunch or dinner plus a well stocked retail wine shop. $5-19, 10859 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, 650-9820.

great southern cafe ���� Coastal, Louisiana bayou and country cooking in the heart of Seaside, served in style with elegant touches and in large portions. Robust appetizers, main courses and sandwiches, with favorites like cheese grits, grillades, po-boys, oysters Rockefeller, steaks, chicken, burgers and pasta. They even have blackeyed peas and fried green tomatoes. Daily specials, full bar. $5-28. 83 Central Square, Seaside, (850) 231-7327. solaris dinner/dance cruise ����¾ Drink, dine, and even dance on the water with an evening cruise from Baytowne Marina. SunQuest Cruises’ entertainment yacht Solaris offers fine dining and musical entertainment. Limited advance reservation menu, wine and full bar, as well as special cruises. $68 for dinner and cruise. SunQuest Cruises, Baytowne Marina, Sandestin, 650-2519. summer kitchen cafe ����1/³ Located at the heart of the Rosemary Beach action, Summer Kitchen Cafe offers relaxed, informal inside and outside dining just a short walk from the beach. Breakfast, lunch and dinner available—waffles, omelets, sandwiches, salads, local fish and shellfish, prepared with some imaginative sauces and sides. Shrimp with grits, jerk pork, and pasta dishes are some of the varied items. Beer and wine, $4-22. 60 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach, (850) 231-6264. WILD OLIVES ���� A relaxing spot for a relaxing breakfast, lunch or dinner in the heart of Rosemary Beach, whether you dine in or outside. Salads, sandwiches, pizzas, even tapas, pastries and a well-stocked deli/grocery counter. Roast, beef, chicken, fresh catch-of-the-day, Italian and Greek sandwiches and salads. Beer and wine. $3- 20. 104 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach, (850) 231-0065.

Eclectic Big City american bistRo ����� A bistro offering an extensive menu of both high-toned and comfort food such as meat loaf and mac and cheese. Other choice are rack of lamb, grilled fish and steaks, and pizza. Polished service, and swoon-inducing desserts. Wine and beer. $5-29, 171 SW Brooks Street, FWB, 664-0664. CAFÉ THIRTY-A ����� Cafe Thirty-A has been here a while. Finding out why can be a delicious experience. A nightly-changing menu offers steaks, chicken, pork, lamb, and local seafood elegantly prepared with imaginative sauces and sides, courteously served in a beautiful beach-house atmosphere. Lobster bisque, stone crab claws, seasonal fish and shellfish, and wood oven-baked pizzas. Full bar. $8-36. 3899 E. Scenic Highway 30-A, Seagrove Beach, (850) 231-2166. camille’s at crystal beach ����¹/³ Gulf Coast/New Orleans cooking meets the flavors of Japan in this warm, cozy dining establishment with a Gulf view. Seafood rules both on the regular menus and at the sushi bar. Full bar service offered. $4‑20, 2931 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, 337‑8860. Graffiti’s at the village of baytowne wharf Waterfront dining. Eclectic Italian, seafood, steaks, and pasta. Visit the Rooftop Bar. The Village of Baytown Wharf, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, (850) 424-6650. The Melting Pot ����� Fondue central, with cheese, meat, chicken, duck, and seafood fondues, blended tableside, complete with diner participation. Choose traditional, Caribbean, and do-it-yourself fondue-based meals. Save room for the chocolate fondues. Dinner daily, full bar. $8-52 and up. 11394 U.S. 98 West, Destin, (850) 269-2227. Picolo and the Red Bar Blackboard specials every day for lunch and dinner. Salads, burgers, soup, fish of the day, baked eggplant, pasta, and manicotti. Crab cakes on the weekends. $5‑18, 70 Hotz Ave, Grayton Bch, 231‑1008.

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Santa Rosa Beach Club ���� Fine food, attentive service and a great view of the Gulf, all in one place. Well-chosen club menu offers both land and sea based food, simply and elegantly present in a comfortable atmosphere. Grilled fish, beef, pork and pasta dishes. Daily specials and full bar for lunch and dinner. $5-31, 4801 Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, 267-2305. Trader Vic’s ����� Get a fix of the tropics at Trader Vic’s. Start off with one of the house’s specialty drinks, ranging from Mai Tais to Potted Parrots. Follow with an array of Polynesian, Chinese and Asian -inspired appetizers and entrees, including crispy duck, Hawaiian pork chops, curries, or steaks, seafood and chops prepared in a wood-fired oven. Desserts and after-dinner coffee

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French BAY Café Splendid French and French‑inspired food served in a romantic atmosphere indoors or outdoors just under the Brooks Bridge. Choose from seafood, beef, chicken, duck, and some rarely seen French specialties. Terrific bread. Wine by the glass or bottle. Reservations accepted. $4‑28, 233 Alconese Avenue, FWB, 244‑3550. Café Provence Delicious soups, bread and desserts made daily. Fish, seafood, beef, lamb and duck all prepared from the freshest ingredients, served in a stylish French country atmosphere. Wonderful wines and full bar. Open for lunch and dinner Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-9 p.m. Sunday brunch 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Reservations suggested. $5-45. 35 Mussett Bayou Road, Santa Rosa Beach. (850) 622‑3022.

IRISH Johnny Mctighe’s ���� Ireland on Scenic 30-A, a unique outpost of food and drink in Santa Rosa Beach. McTighe’s opens at 11 a.m. and closes at 2 a.m. the next day. In between, the all-day menu offers an Irish grand slam of a breakfast, fish and chips, wings, pizza, and an array of hearty sandwiches, including Irish reuben, Philly cheese steak, burgers, chicken and hot dogs. There’s even Maine lobster bisque. Full bar, $4 - 21. 2298 Scenic Highway 30-A West, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-0101.

Italian CaffÉ Italia ����¹/³ Set in an 80-year-old house on the water, Caffé Italia offers comfort and friendly service. Traditional Italian-style appetizers, pastas, lasagna, pizzas, and house specialties, made with fresh herbs and local fish. Wine, beer and bar. $4-24. 189 Brooks Street, Fort Walton Beach, 664-0035. Carrabba’s ���� Enjoy well-prepared and generously portioned Italian classics and specialties in a comfortable atmosphere friendly to adults and kids. Lasagne, ravioli, veal marsala, house made sausage, wood-fired pizzas, beef, chicken and seafood options, with nightly specials. Dinner daily, lunch and dinner on Sundays and full bar service. $4-22. 10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Silver Sands Factory Stores, 837-1140. Cuvee Beach Bistro and Wine Bar offers a conglomeration of multiregional cuisines reaching from New Orleans to Old Italy. The menu encompasses seafood, steaks, pastas and brick oven pizzas. Dinner from 5 - 10:30 pm nightly, with a special bar menu offered from 4 pm - midnight. 36120 Emerald Coast Parkway in Destin, Florida. Phone 850-650-8900. e n z o ’ s ���� S m a l l a n d e l e g a n t , E n z o ’ s ser ves an ambitious menu of Italian standards and specialties, including pastas with chicken, seafood or veal with an interesting selection of appetizers. Steaks, pizzas and calzones of all kinds. Excellent desserts. Wine and beer. $5-21. 1598 CR-393, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-3003. fat clemenza’s ����� Pizza the way it should be, served piping hot from a brick oven, with simple and flavorful toppings. Traditional Italian menu offers bruschetta, pasta, calamari, ravioli, lasagna, and calzones. Don’t pass up dessert. Beer and wine, daily specials. $4-22. 12273 U.S. 98, Holiday Plaza, Destin, 650-5980. Graffiti ���� Mediterranean meets relaxed Florida coastal. Graffiti offers seafood, steak, various pastas with a range of sauces, pizza and walls covered with local artwork. The crayons are still on the tables. Wine and full bar service. $4-29, 707 Harbor Blvd. East, Destin, 654-2764. Graffiti, baytowne wharf ���� A splash of color at the Village of Baytowne Wharf, Graffiti offers a well-prepared, artfully presented array of pastas, fish, seafood, chicken, beef and pork with wine and herb-based sauces. Try the pasta bolognese or shellfish low country. Nightly specials and noteworthy desserts. Wine, full bar. $5-29. 109 Cannery Lane, Village of Baytowne, Destin (850) 424-6650. JOEY TOMATO’S ����� Joey Tomato’s is that little neighborhood Italian place you always wanted to know about. Family owned and operated, Joey Tomato’s offers a crowded lunch menu of New York inspired deli sandwiches, and a dinner menu featuring everything from lasagna and pasta favorites to sophisticated veal and seafood dishes. Desserts are in the best Italian tradition. Service is friendly and helpful. Beer and wine. $4-22. 1146 John Sims Pkwy. East, Niceville, (850) 729-3354.

Restaurant Guide continued Sauce Pizza & Pasta Joint. Traditional Authentic Italian Cuisine. The Boston Brothers, Al & Gerry Scala invite you to taste their Mother’s secret recipes! It’s all about the Sauce! Pizza- Dough made daily, hand tossed with Moma’s Sauce.Lasagna- Eggplant Parmesean- Antipasta- New York Subs (Cold or Hot). All Homemade Daily! Come get Sauced! Mon - Sun 11am - 10pm. 850-650-7900 and 850-654-8900. 14091-C Emerald Coast Parkway- Destin, Fla. In the Emerald Coast Centre next door to Bealls. spicy noodle italian bistro A family-run business serving traditional Italian cuisine in a warm, friendly family atmosphere. We serve generous portions of quality meat, seafood, pasta and pizza dishes at an affordable price. Our bread, pizza dough and special dipping oil are made fresh daily. Lunch and dinner are served from 11:00 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. Early bird and happy hour prices from 3 to 6 p.m. We offer nightly specials and a children’s menu. Beer and wine are available. Dine in or take out. $4-19. 13667 East U.S. 98 (one mile east of Rosemary Beach), (850) 231-0955. www.spicy-noodle. com for complete menu and pricing.

LATIN / Mexican EL MERCADITO CONVENIENCE STORE AND LATIN DELI Serving tamales, tacos, tortillas, empanadas and the best burritos in town. Extraordinary 9-inch sandwiches, including house specialty Tortas Mexicanas. Open daily, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 3906 U.S. 98 West No. 12, Santa Rosa Beach. (850) 622-4760. La Paz ���� La Paz offers just about anything one might want from a Mexican/Southwestern kitchen, including tamales, tacos, fajitas, burritos, enchiladas and quesadillas, throwing in a thoughtfully-prepared list of grilled local fish, shellfish and some imaginative spin-offs on classics. Daily specials, full bar. $4-20. 950 Gulf Shore Drive, Destin (850) 837-2247. Pepito’s Mexican Grill ����½ An enormous menu, plenty of room, and a friendly staff make Pepito’s a good bet for a Mexican snack or feast. Traditional and unusual fare includes carnitas, enchiladas, fajitas, vegetarian dishes, steaks and seafood specialties. $4-19. 757 Harbor Blvd, Destin, 650-7734.

MEDITERRANEAN Ali Baba Grill Café ���2/³ Satisfy your Greek and Middle Eastern cravings at this Fort Walton Beach lunch and dinner spot. Grilled lamb, beef, chicken and fish, as well as traditional Middle Eastern specialties like hummus, tabbouleh and baklava. Buffet available. $3-20, 550 Mary Esther Cut Off, FWB, 986-5555. Bombay Masala ���� One-of-a-kind Indian dining, with assorted curries, rice dishes, and savory breads. Chicken, lamb, shrimp and goat dishes, spiced from mild to fiery, plus an extensive vegetarian menu. Exotic desserts and beverages. Lunch and dinner. $2-15, 326 Eglin Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach, 862-0978.

ORIENTAL Dynasty Chinese Cuisine ����� All your Chinese favorites, classically prepared with individuality and served with style. Beef, chicken, pork and seafood, noodles and family-style dishes. Beer and wine. $2-19. 12889 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Miramar Plaza, Destin, 837-6675.

LIN’S ASIAN CUISINE ���� Enjoy carefully prepared and artfully served Chinese and Southeast Asian dishes in a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. Chicken, beef, pork, duck, fish and shellfish are cooked to suit most tastes, and Lin’s offers your favorites—General Tso’s chicken, Mongolian beef, pad thai, lo mein and kung pao, among many others. Beer and wine. $2-15. 130 Scenic Gulf Dr. #5B, Miramar Beach, (850) 424-5888. Osaka Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar ���� Enjoy fresh fish, shellfish, meat and chicken dramatically prepared before your eyes in the hibachi rooms. Or choose your favorite sushi, sashimi or house special rolls in the sushi bar. Open weekdays for lunch and dinner with full bar service. $5‑50 34745 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin. 650‑4688. Osaka Sushi Rocks ���� It’s the little Sushi house on the Lagoon. Osaka Sushi Rocks offers an extensive list of sushi, sashimi, and rolls, both classic and regional specialties. Friendly, serene atmosphere. Tempura, noodles and teriyaki favorites also available. Wine and beer. $4-50. 108 Cannery Lane, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351-1006. Sai-Kyo Whether you go Japanese, Vietnamese, or pay a visit to both, this is the place. Sushi, rice dishes, and traditional soups (pho) meat and seafood rice platters, teriyaki, and stir-fries. Beer, wine, and sushi bar. $5-30. 14091 Emerald Coast Pkwy, (Emerald Coast Centre) Destin, 650-5319. Sushi siam ����½ East meets west and everyone wins at this attractive restaurant with an elegant atmosphere with reasonable prices. A full range of sushi, Japanese, Thai and a touch of European fare. Fish, shellfish, duck, beef, noodle and curry dishes, with a full bar and sushi bar. $4-25. 4236 Legendary Drive, Destin Commons, 650-5861.

PIZZA & PASTA Giuseppi’s wharf ���� Feast on the bay and on the sunset, at this newly renovated Niceville favorite. Gulf, Italian and Louisiana-style seafood, steaks, and pasta specialties served in family-friendly atmosphere with a great view of the water. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar. $4-16. 821 Bayshore Drive, Niceville, (850) 678-4229. Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakery ���� Widely, wildly assorted menu of stone baked pizzas, hoagies, calzones, salads, and specialty items. Pizzas traditional and exotic include pesto, jerk chicken, gourmet white, and Magical Mystery Tour. Colorful psychedelic décor and friendly service. $4‑25. 960 Hwy 98E, Sunsations Plaza, Destin, 650‑6420. Roberto’s Pizzeria Authentic Italian pizzeria serving homemade pies whole or by the slice, specialty seafood pizzas, muffulettas, lasagna, and great Italian salads plus beer and wine. Indoor/outdoor seating including our peaceful lakeside dining. All day and evening deliveries resort wide seven days a week. From small parties to large groups. Live music available and specialty menus to make your party a memorable experience. Contact Chris Ruyan, Event Coordinator, at (850) 218-2628 or call the restaurant at (850) 351‑1998. Sauce Pizza & Pasta Joint. Traditional Authentic Italian Cuisine. The Boston Brothers, Al & Gerry Scala invite you to taste their Mother’s secret recipes! It’s all about the Sauce! Pizza- Dough made daily, hand tossed with Moma’s



Sauce.Lasagna- Eggplant Parmesean- Antipasta- New York Subs (Cold or Hot). All Homemade Daily! Come get Sauced! Mon - Sun 11am - 10pm. 850-650-7900 and 850-654-8900. 14091-C Emerald Coast Parkway- Destin, Fla. In the Emerald Coast Centre next door to Bealls. spicy noodle italian bistro A family-run business serving traditional Italian cuisine in a warm, friendly family atmosphere. We serve generous portions of quality meat, seafood, pasta and pizza dishes at an affordable price. Our bread, pizza dough and special dipping oil are made fresh daily. Lunch and dinner are served from 11:00 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. Early bird and happy hour prices from 3 to 6 p.m. We offer nightly specials and a children’s menu. Beer and wine are available. Dine in or take out. $4-19. 13667 East U.S. 98 (one mile east of Rosemary Beach), (850) 231-0955. www. spicy-noodle.com for complete menu and pricing.

SEAFOOD AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar offers fresh Gulf seafood selections, tender chicken dishes, juicy steaks and savory pasta to satisfy every appetite. Oyster Happy Hour Monday thru Friday 11 a.m. till 7 p.m. Open for lunch and dinner daily, reservation not required. $8-24. 116 Harbor Blvd, Destin, 837-0404. www.ajs-destin.com. baby J’s ���� Casual dining on the Destin harbor, with refined, thoughtfully-executed food. Raw oysters, sushi rolls, fish tacos, sandwiches, and daily specials of grilled, steamed and blackened fish and seafood, plus pasta, beef and chicken. Friendly, attentive service with full bar. $6-30. 194 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 269-2222. THE Boat house Oyster Bar Open daily at 11 a.m. until ? with entertainment seven days a week. Award-winning gumbo, oysters and the coldest beer in town. On the Destin Harbor 1/2 mile east of the Destin Bridge, 288 U.S. 98 E., $2.50-18.95. (850) 837-3645. CAPT. DAVE’S ON THE GULF ����¾ A tradition since 1977, Capt. Dave’s is a go-to place for the kind of seafood that made this area famous. A time-tested selection of fried, grilled, and broiled fish, shellfish, steaks and chicken, with house and seasonal specialties. Full bar. $5-25. 3796 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, 837-2627. CAPT.’s table fish house restaurant & oyster bar Serves fresh local seafood. “We catch our fresh fish off our two commercial boats.” Grouper, trigger, amberjack, red fish. Full bar. 1110 St. Andrews, Panama City, (850) 767-9933. COPPER GRILL Excellent menu and the finest wines on the Emerald Coast. Fresh seafood and great steaks—fine dining at its best. Happy hour 4-7 p.m. Serving dinner at 5. Personal wines welcome; corkage fee. Reservations recommended, not required. 11225 U.S. 98 W., Miramar Beach, (850) 654-6900. Crab Trap (2 locations) ����� Getting seafood to the people is what it’s all about at Crab Trap. Huge space and plenty of tables, effecient staff, and a menu full of crab, shrimp, fish and shellfish prepared in old and newfashioned ways. Full bar, $5-40. 3500 Scenic Hwy 98E, Destin, 654-2722 and 1430 Hwy 98W, Okaloosa Island Boardwalk, 301-0959.

DEWEY DESTIN’S HARBORSIDE ���� The classics, done right, at this newly-opened waterside seafood establishment. Shrimp, crab, tuna, grouper, scallops, oysters and some land-based items, served fried, grilled, or steamed in most conceivable combinations. Family-friendly, with an accommodating staff. Nightly specials, full bar. $5-40. 202 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 837-7525. Fisherman’s Wharf ���� Casual seafood dining, plain or fancy, overlooking the Destin fishing docks. Grilled, fried or blackened local fish and seafood, house specialties like East Pass grouper, mixed platters, and starters like ‘gator wings and fried green tomatoes. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar. $4-23. 210-D U.S. 98, Destin, (850) 654‑4766. Giuseppi’s wharf ���� Feast on the bay and on the sunset, at this newly renovated Niceville favorite. Gulf, Italian and Louisiana-style seafood, steaks, and pasta specialties served in family-friendly atmosphere with a great view of the water. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar. $4-16. 821 Bayshore Drive, Niceville, (850) 678-4229. Hammerhead’s Bar & Grille Party to live music and sunsets on the open deck overlooking the bay. Featuring chargrilled oysters on the half shell, steamed seafood buckets, grilled sandwiches and a large selection of specialty cocktails. $9‑25, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351‑1997. Harbor Docks Overlooking the Destin Harbor featuring original atmosphere and great seafood from our own seafood market, sushi and hibachi. Live entertainment on the deck. $4‑25, 538 Hwy 98, Destin, 837‑2506. JC’s off the hook ���� JC’s Off the Hook offers tasty and affordable fish, shellfish and steaks served in a comfortable, cheerfully decorated atmosphere within walking distance of the beach. Friendly service and a family-friendly menu featuring grilled, sauteed or fried grouper, mahi mahi, ribeye and sirloin steaks, chicken, shrimp and crab cakes. Nightly specials. Full bar, $4-20. 2210 W. Scenic Highway 30-A, Blue Mountain Beach. (850) 267-0374. louisiana lagniappe ����� Like the name says, prepare for something extra at Lagniappe, with Louisiana Creole seafood specialties from the Gulf, enriched with opulent sauces and toppings. Grilled, blackened, fried or baked grouper, shrimp, crab, swordfish, beef and chicken served in generous portions, with a great view thrown in. Sunday brunch, full bar. $6-33. 775 Gulf Shore Drive, Destin, (850) 837-0881. THE LOVE SHACK ���� Stay away fools, ‘cause food rules at the Love Shack. An outdoor pool and walls full of painted fish make a family and kid-friendly atmosphere. A varied menu features local seafood, steaks, chicken, ribs, and pasta dishes, with Southwest and Caribbean-style preparation. Jerk chicken, fish tacos, fried pickles and seafood baskets available, and more. Full bar. $4-22. 306 Bald Eagle Drive, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-0399. Nick’s ���� Going strong at 40-plus, Nick’s is a local tradition for the best of the Gulf’s fish and shellfish. Fish, shrimp, oysters, scallops, and crab served grilled, steamed, or fried in a casual family atmosphere. Daily

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Poppy’s Seafood Factory ����� Resort casual fine dining featuring live Maine Lobster, USDA prime steaks and a variety of fresh local fish and shellfish. Flavors range from Cajun/Creole to coastal and Caribbean. Live music and decks overlooking the bay. Children’s menu, full bar services. $6‑50, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351‑1996. Shades at the loop ���� Good selection of local seafood and land fare, simply prepared, served with efficiency and a smile. Grilled, fried and blackened fish and chicken, sandwiches and salads. Pork chops, steak, even wings and pizza. Full bar and wide choice of draft and bottled beers. $5-24, 10952 Hwy 30A, Inlet Bch, 231‑9410. Staff’s Seafood Restaurant Excellent service is a hallmark of one of the area’s oldest dining establishments. Open only for dinner. $14‑25, 24 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, 243‑3482. Steamboat bar & grill Menu features etouffee, seafood, steaks, pasta, sandwiches, raw bar and Asian food. Open daily for lunch and dinner. $5-22. Live music and happy hour, 3-7 p.m. daily. Daily specials and full bar service. Inside and outside dining with covered patio. 4943 U.S. 98 West, Suite #1, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-1522. Stinky’s fish camp ���� Seafood is king at this informal Santa Rosa Beach eatery. Oysters “all ways,” crawfish pie, catfish or frog legs meuniere, and gumbo are just a few of the Louisiana-inspired dishes. Service is friendly and attentive. Open daily, 11 a.m. to midnight. Full bar. $7-32. 5960 Scenic Highway 30-A. (850) 267-3053.

STEAKS Boar’s Head Restaurant & Tavern ���� Since 1978, a good reason to drive to Panama City Beach. Beef, seafood, pork, chicken, and game foods simply prepared, with an emphasis on grilling. Regular house specialties, nightly specials and live entertainment Wed‑Sat. Full bar service. $3.50 ‑ $27. 17290 Front Beach Rd, PCB, 866‑234‑6628. COPPER GRILL Excellent menu and the finest wines on the Emerald Coast. Fresh seafood and great steaks—fine dining at its best. Happy hour 4-7 p.m. Serving dinner at 5. Personal wines welcome; corkage fee. Reservations recommended, not required. 11225 U.S. 98 W., Miramar Beach, (850) 654-6900.

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Seagar’s prime steaks & seafood The area’s first AAA 4-Diamond restaurant specializing in the finest prime beef and freshest seafood available. Private dining facilities and wine room with more than 800 labels. Features tableside preparations and live piano nightly. Reservations recommended. 622-1500. $10‑50, 4000 Sandestin Blvd., at the Hilton Sandestin. www.SeagarsDestin.com

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tHAI Bangkok House ���� Still going strong at the same FWB location, Bangkok House offers an variety of Thai and other Asian-style dishes, including Thai curries, soups, dinner salads, roast duck, fried rice and noodle dishes, and plenty of seafood and vegetarian options. Weekly lunch buffet, full bar. $4-22. 201 Ferry Avenue, Fort Walton Beach, (850) 243-6911. lotus thai restaurant Thai cuisine prepared by natives of Thailand. Hot bar offered as a lunch special and full menu all day including stir-fry, pad thai and more. Open for lunch and dinner. 550 Mary Esther Blvd. (Longhorn Plaza), $3-$15, 243-3744.

Thai Delights ����� Located in the heart of Destin, Thai Delights offers exemplary Thai cuisine, using fresh local seafood and plenty of flavorful Thai herbs New Music Videos at and www.yo seasonings. Choose from stir-fries, curries, noodles, spicy soups and salads. Beer and wine are available. $4-25, 205 Mountain Drive, Destin, 650-3945.

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PANDORA’S ����� The Emerald Coast’s oldest familyowned steakhouse specializing in only the finest choice USDA beef charbroiled over an open oak fire and the freshest local seafood. Prime rib special Wednesday and Sunday, only $14.95. Music with Greg Pendleton Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Tuesday is Jazz Night with Sean Dietrich and Jim Ates. Happy Hour Tuesday-Friday, 5-7 p.m. Open 5 p.m.; call for reservations. Closed Mondays. 1226 Santa Rosa Blvd., Okaloosa Island, (850) 244-8669.

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Giuseppi’s wharf ���� Feast on the bay and on the sunset, at this newly renovated Niceville favorite. Gulf, Italian and Louisiana-style seafood, steaks, and pasta specialties served in family-friendly atmosphere with a great view of the water. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar. $4-16. 821 Bayshore Drive, Niceville, (850) 678-4229.

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The Beachcomber Book Review

How to Start a Book Club, by Someone Who’s Never Been in One By Lesha Porche Denega I’m a reader. I work in a bookstore. I like to talk. So why haven’t I ever been in a book club? I don’t know, but I’m going to remedy that and share my small wisdom. Here are a few steps that I believe can be mixed around, based on your needs. The People. No matter in what order you create your book club, you still need to find members. The advent of blogs and chat rooms makes the Web an ideal place to carry on book clubs, but I wanted real live people. Book-Clubs-Resource (www. book-clubs-resource.com) says it best about the online experience--“...the intimacy of a personal discussion is lost, along with the social interaction that is often a part of the traditional book club experience...” So what kind of people do I approach? Mellissa Scotland of Suite101.com says, “Members you choose should share a love of books and be open to reading and discussing all genres. They should be committed to reading the chosen literature,” as well as showing up for meetings. My thoughts include friends, co-workers, people you meet in bookstores, and neighbors. You don’t have to know them well—or at all—and you can even advertise in many instances. Your size will largely be determined by meeting space to keep it manageable, says Book-Clubs-Resource. The Book. Book-Clubs-Resource offers a lengthy page discussing the pros and cons of various book choices. I found a more succinct list at the Seattle Public Library (www.spl.org)--“Books with unclear endings,” “Books you can read together,” and “Books that raise many, many issues.” Lists that might help you get started can be found at the aforementioned sites and at Booklist Online’s excellent resource, http://bookgroupbuzz.booklistonline. com/book-club-resources. And finally, there is Nancy Pearl, a librarian at the Seattle Public Library and author of Book Lust. Find her excellent ongoing list at www.spl.org/ default.asp?pageID=collection_readinglists_pearl.

What Next? Amongst all the information regarding the particulars of running a group, reading guides continually pop up. Many established “literary” books will have readers’ guides included. Guides offer good questions for discussion (so you aren’t all eating chips and talking about the weather). Additionally, you’ll need to establish a leader, logically you. You can find book specific guides online at places like Reading Group Guides (www.readinggroupguides. com/content/index.asp). If you’ve picked a relatively new book—or one with no established guide—you can use any number of methods. LitLovers has an intelligent, self-made guide form at www. litlovers.com/discussion.htm. For an easyto-print, fairly comprehensive generic form, go to www.pageturner.net/gbc/houston/ questions.pdf and edit at will. The point of the guide is help, not hinder. If you don’t own a computer or need help with links, local libraries usually have both. (And they happen to have all those wonderful books as an added bonus). With that said, be civil, have fun...and by all means, read. Share your book club tips with Lesha at lesha. [email protected]

A SURGEON’S LIFE

British surgeon Gabriel Wesson’s Direct Red is a short, well-worded book describing portions of Weston’s surgical training and life in 14 subject chapters, such as “Death,” “Territory” and “Changes.” To maintain patient and professional confidentiality, Weston changes names and some details, but it is clearly her own authorship. Some readers may find this memoir too particular in its language to enjoy. Some of us love words, and others do not. I quite enjoyed finding an adjective or two I didn’t know, but between the medical scenarios, the moral murkiness of surgical imperative and the author’s penchant for words more urbane than, well, penchant, Direct Red could be an alienating book for a casual reader. Of the three weak points mentioned, the jargon and the verbiage could be completely overlooked (in fact, enjoyed) if it weren’t

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for the odd inability for the author to truly make it easy for the reader to “get” it. On one hand, Weston discusses compassion, choices and patients’ needs, and on the other, she is painfully, brutally honest about the ambitions of surgical residency in the UK (including the times in which she has led with that foot and not the former). It is unsure if Reston is confessing her humanity, asking us to understand her faults, reaching out to us in the narrative, or a mixture of all three. I was personally unable to feel much of a connection for the surgeon herself until late in the book. But Reston’s writing and her hybridized “to protect the innocent” scenarios are immediate enough to capture the attention. And they are very well written, laced with eloquent metaphors and descriptive language. I suspect that commiseration is not the aim of Reston, that “getting it” isn’t what it’s about. Whether the reader empathizes with Reston might be immaterial. Reston’s true goal may be in making surgery, surgeons and their choices less alien. In this, she succeeds. - L.P.D.

DEBUT NOVEL OF THE FORTNIGHT

Harry Dolan’s Bad Things Happen opens with its protagonist—a mysterious literary magazine editor named Loogan—picking

Official Book Club Selection: A Memoir According to by Kathy Griffin Traveling with Pomegranates: A Mother-Daughter Memoir by Sue Monk Kidd and Ann Kidd Taylor Dexter by Design by Jeff Lindsay The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks You Were Always Mom’s Favorite: Sisters in Conversation Throughout Their Lives by Deborah Tannen

SEPTEMBER 15 The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown True Compass: A Memoir by Edward M. Kennedy Where Men Win Glory: The Odyssey of Pat Tillman by Jon Krakauer Making Mischief: A Maurice Sendak Appreciation by Gregory Maguire End the Fed by Ron Paul

out a shovel and other assorted tools at the Home Depot store in order to help his boss dispose of a body. From there, the author unleashes one surprise after another, offering nonstop thrills and a gaggle of memorable characters, most of them from the literary world. Setting this murder—make that murders— mystery among writers is especially fun for those of us in the business, but I suspect Dolan could work his magic in any setting. This is one of the best works of fiction of the year, and I can’t wait to see what the author comes up with next. - Christopher Manson

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The Beachcomber Goes to the Movies Don’t Let the Basterds Get You Down By Lesha Porche Denega Written and directed by cult-film aficionado Quentin Tarantino, Inglourious Basterds (don’t ask me about the spelling, I’m still figuring that out) takes places in some alternate timeline WWII setting. I say alternate, because there is no way in Hades any of these hijinks would have happened, but that isn’t the point. The Basterds are a group of specially selected Jewish-American soldiers led by Brad Pitt. “You probably heard we ain’t in the prisoner-takin’ business—we in the killin’ Nazis business. And cousin, business is a-boomin’!” Shosanna Dreyfus, played by Mélanie Laurent as the would-be heroine, is a French Jew hiding from Nazis. Be prepared for lots of subtitles and credits including no less than five fonts. Likewise, the music in the film is just as abrupt and dissimilar (but, of course, intentional). Unlike Pulp Fiction or Kill Bill, Basterds manages to keep a linear timeline. At twoand-a-half hours, Tarantino is pressed to keep the pace going. He starts with a very long (but subtle and enjoyable) scene, then amps things up, but the action doesn’t come from the exploits of the female protagonist or the Basterds or even the Germans—it comes from Tarantino’s spot-on dialog. Where other films would deliver one-liners with unnecessary gravitas, Tarantino makes sure the actors are almost as confused or delighted or bored as we are. Its like we’re all having a good laugh about the genocidal travesty of war or scalping Nazis.

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Although Brad Pitt was heavily promoted for this film, I found the real leader to be Colonel Hans Landa, wonderfully played by Christoph Waltz. Like Waltz, many of the actors are ones the average viewer will not recognize. Pitt does an admirable job as the Tennessee native and leader of the Basterds. Diane Kruger (National Treasure) is delightful as actress and double agent Bridget von Hammersmark, and the Basterds themselves take on their bloodthirsty Nazi scalping, baseball bat bashing roles with a casual playfulness—or, at the very least, they are nonplused. As Shosanna, Laurent is proficient but boring. She is like a wellcrafted backdrop on which the rest of the characters perform. I don’t know if this is intentional or a shortcoming of the actress or a combination of both.

meets girl, boy loves girl, insert series of comedic events, boy gets girl. For the most part this “blue ribbon formula” is never tampered with, and studios rake in the oodles of dough during the non-summer months. (500) Days of Summer is not one of those movies. There is no Matthew McConaughey frantically attempting to get his life in order with an aw-shucks smile spouting, “Awlright, awlright, awlright…” Nor is there a Sandra Bullock or Kate Hudson who seems great but is just a little too controlling. What the movie does have is two of Hollywood’s most underrated actors in Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel, giving performances that are both heartfelt and hilarious and a script that is as original as it is captivating.

Despite the prerelease fuss, this is not Tarantino’s best. It is bloody, but it is vaudevillian gore. And while it attempts to be a send-up of period films, it ends up being a mélange of Tarantino favorites, not at all fitting to the scene in motion. If you want to see the filmmaker at his best, rent Reservoir Dogs or Pulp Fiction. He nailed those right out of the gate but seems to be losing steam with Inglourious Basterds.

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Tom (Gordon-Levitt) pounds out a living writing greeting cards, a profession that goes well with his ultra-optimistic views on love and life. One day at the water cooler, he runs into Summer, a beautiful and kooky girl who turns his world upside down. Their romance is a typical rollercoaster of emotions and drama that ends in tragedy. What is not typical is the format that the director uses to document the ebbs and flows of Tom’s memories of the relationship. Throw all your concepts of chronology out the window—this film has no need for them.

The romantic-comedy genre is arguably the most stagnant in modern film. Boy

The story flows erratically through time, using a day counter to help the audience keep track of the timeframe. This counter

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All About Steve. Sandra Bullock’s latest romantic comedy (yawn). Carriers. Because the title Virus just isn’t gonna fill the theater seats on opening night, as backers of the Jamie Lee Curtis dud from a few years back know all too well. Gamer. Gerard Butler, trapped in a violent video game.

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9. Post-apocalyptic animated feature produced by the wildly overrated Tim Burton.

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Grand Theatre, Pier Park, Panama City, (850) 236-2990

Twin Cities Cinema, John Sims Pkwy., Niceville, (850) 678-3815 United Artists, Santa Rosa Mall, FWB, (850) 243-2135

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Sorority Row. The return of the dead teenager flick. Tyler Perry’s I Can Do Bad All By Myself. Perry appears as Madea (again…) in the latest morality tale. Whiteout. Murder in Antarctica, a location that changes all the rules!

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ranges from the first day of their affair to upwards of Day 200 and gives us the complete story from the breakup to the make up to the introduction to the first date. This nonlinear bit of storytelling makes the film truly shine, but it isn’t the only bit of genius in (500) Days of Summer. The film has a series of nostalgic references, including a nod to Woody Allen, and along the way is one of the most surprising and mesmerizing dance scenes in recent cinema. Anyone who loves either obscure ‘80s pop or comical dance numbers is in for the surprise treat of the summer. Director Marc Webb couldn’t have picked a better film to showcase his chops, and the script—credited to Webb, Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber—is truly a delight. In a genre that seriously needs a breath of fresh life, (500) Days of Summer will probably be remembered as this decade’s Sleepless in Seattle. Yes, it really is that good. - Adam Pope

UPCOMING DVD RELEASES september 8 Crank 2: High Voltage. Jason Statham’s sequel earned a lousy $13.6 million during its spring theatrical run. Dance Flick. Someone filmed the Wayans Family Reunion and called it Dance Flick. Menace II Society (Deluxe Edition). One of the seminal urban dramas of the early ‘90s. September 15 X-Men Origins: Wolverine. How Hugh Jackman paid his superhero dues.

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artful things Original oils, watercolors and acrylics, as well as prints and note cards by local artists. Art classes, supplies and custom framing available. 1087 John Sims Pkwy., Niceville, (850) 729-2600. www.artfulthings.net. ARTS AND DESIGN SOCIETY Features art shows by local and regional artists. Open afternoons Tuesday through Saturday. Shows change monthly. Art classes and workshops in various media. 17 First Street SE, Fort Walton Beach. (850) 244-1271. www.artsdesignsociety.com Artists at gulf place Original artwork including paintings, sculpture, folk art, watercolors, pottery, photography, jewelry, and metal art by a south Walton cooperative. Stroll the colorful cabanas for a look with something for every budget. Center court in Gulf Place, corner of Hwy 30A and Hwy 393. Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., (850) 622-0400.

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boca boutique and galeri Located in Miramar Plaza Shopping Center. Representing the original contemporary art works, art prints and note cards of Eddie Mansfield and wildlife artist Mark Mansfield. A popular boutique where you’ll find the latest in fashion, footwear, jewelry and gifts. Open Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact us at (850) 654-8810 or via our Web site, www.boca-boutique.com. Cara Roy Artworks Florida tropicals, watercolors, posters of all kinds, note cards, original artworks and gift items. 124 Quincy Circle, Seaside, (850) 231‑2535.

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Eileen west gallery specializes in “outsider” contemporary art. Exhibiting as many as 10 artists who have work in the Smithsonian permanent collection, this gallery provides venues for emerging artists as well. New shows open first Friday of each month. 303 E. Ruskin Place, Seaside, (850) 231-2133.

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GEANA’S ART GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING Located in Miramar Beach. An exciting art gallery and full service frame and mirror shop offering a large selection of local, regional and international artists ranging from local photography to original fine art. Quality and value is second to none. We ship worldwide. (850) 650-0779.

The l2 gallery Located in Seaside’s Ruskin Place Artist Colony, this is a premier showcase for collector quality work from an exclusive stable of renowned American artists. Open daily 10-6, Sundays 12-6 and by appointment. Visit us at www.theL2gallery.com or in person at 123 Quincy Circle, Seaside, (850) 231-1091. MATTIE KELLY ART GALLERIES AT NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE The Arts Center Galleries at Northwest Florida State College in Niceville encompass two galleries showcasing 20 different international, national and regional exhibitions yearly, which are unique to this region. Viewing hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Visit www.mattiekellyartscenter.org or call (850) 729-6044. The Studio Gallery This shop is home to the work of more than 25 of the finest artists of the southeast. A unique selection of accessories and home furnishings gathered on buying trips at home and abroad is offered. Located just north of County Hwy 30A on County Hwy 283 (The Grayton Beach Road) in the colorful Shops of Grayton. 26D Logan Lane, Grayton Beach, (850) 231‑3331. Zoo Gallery (3 locations) Fine contemporary American craft gallery including a colorful collection of art, jewelry, and painted furniture. Downtown Grayton Beach, (850) 231‑0777, Market Shops at Sandestin, (850) 837‑9233, Destin Commons, (850) 837-7554.

ANTIQUES Flutterby Antiques, Uniques & Gifts Mon‑Sat. 10‑5. Loads of furniture, primitives, potter y, glass and ceramics, Coca Cola collectibles, old tools, kitchen collectibles, crocks, linens, jewelry and much more! 211 Main Street (just north of the Post Office), Destin. (850) 269‑3200. Smith’s Antiques Mall Mon‑Sat 10‑6, Sun. 12‑5, Eclectic is the name of the game at this 25,000 square foot mall. Featuring the wares of 90 vendors offering antiques from around the world. 12500 Hwy 98, Destin, (850) 654‑1484. www.smithantiquesmall.com.

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Activities and Outdoors A M U S E M E N T — wAT E R PA R K S DESTIN HISTORY & FISHING MUSEUM Open year round, Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call for holiday hours of operation. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and military and $3 for children. 108 Stahlman Avenue, Destin, 837-6611. Ebro Greyhound Park Live greyhound racing and simulcasting. Call for schedule. Located at the corner of Rte. 20 and State Road 79, northeast of Panama City. (850) 234‑3943. EMERALD COAST SCIENCE CENTER A unique museum allowing visitors to touch and use the exhibits, including optical illusions, a nature room and a wind tunnel. 139 Brooks Street, Fort Walton Beach, (850) 664-1261. Gulfarium Florida’s Gulfarium the oldest marine show aquarium in the world offers non-stop family entertainment rain or shine. Located less than one mile east of Brooks Bridge. Log on to www.gulfarium. com or call 243-9046. Indian Temple Mound Museum Artifacts and displays showing the rich Indian history of this area. 139 Hwy. 98SE, FWB, 833‑9595. The Boardwalk and Pier Okaloosa Island, right next door to the Gulfarium. Offering a sweeping view of the gulf without getting sandy or wet, there is ample seating to watch sunsets, plus a variety of restaurants and saloons.

cruises / tours / diving / snorkeling AJ’s Sea Blaster Climb aboard for a cruise searching the Emerald Green waters for the most playful dolphin. This 73-foot passenger boat carries up to 119 passengers and offers an array of family fun. Free beer, wine and soft drinks. 116 Hwy 98, Destin, 837-1166. bimini breeze boat A full service bar cruise vessel that serves free beer, snorkeling trips and dolphin spotting along the Emerald Coast. Mon-Fri 9-11 am & 2-4:30 pm. Adults $27.50, kids 12-5 $8, 4 and under free. 116 Hwy 98 E, Destin, 837-1166. crab island excursions As you cross the Destin Bridge, you will see boats anchored in the bay to spend the day swimming, snorkeling, and playing in the water. Crab Island is three to 10 feet deep, depending on where you anchor. Weekends from 9 am to 5 pm. 18 years and above. Full bar on board, $30, 837-1166. SAIL AWAY aboard a 30 ft Catamaran. Private charter with up to six guests. Sailing, snorkeling, fishing, dolphin excursions, sunset cruises & Crab Island parties. Customize your own trip, from 2 to 8 hours. Departs daily from the Destin Harbor. Captain Licensed and Insured. (850) 376-4757. SCUBA TECH Snorkel and dive with Scuba Tech. Open daily, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A full-service scuba and snorkeling facility including retail, rental, air and nitrox. Instruction offered at all levels. Sea Cobra dive boat to reefs and wrecks for certified divers. Mongoose snorkel or Discover Scuba to jetties for noncertified divers. 301 U.S. 98 East, Destin, (850) 837-2822.

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silent lady This 64’ custom-built luxury schooner is crafted after whaling vessels of yesteryear. Daily sailing adventures are offered four times a day and serving free beer and wine. Call 837-4703 for reservations. 116 Hwy 98E, located behind AJs. Snorkel & Dive with Scubatech Open daily 8-5. A full service scuba and snorkeling facility including retail, rental, air, and nitrox. Instruction offered at all levels. Sea Cobra dive boat to reefs and wrecks for certified divers. Mongoose snorkel or Discover Scuba to jetties for non-certified divers. 304 Hwy 98E, Destin, 837-2822. SUNQUEST CRUISES welcomes you to dine, dance, and cruise aboard Solaris. Featuring live entertainment and a three course dinner served at your table, Solaris sets the mood for a memorable experience! Visit our website www.sunquestcruises.com. Make reservations online or call 650-2519. Reservations required. sunset cruises Take time to relax cruising the beaches looking for dolphins or watching a beautiful Florida sunset. Mon-Fri 5:30-7:30 pm. Adults $19, Kids 5-12, $8, age 4 and under free. Free beer, wine and soft drinks. 116 Hwy 98 E, Destin, 837-1166.

golf Blue Water Bay Golf Resort Enjoy over 2,000 acres of superb recreational opportunities on a 36‑hole championship Fazio/Pate designed layout located just minutes north of Destin. 897‑3241. Emerald Bay Golf Club Public, 18-hole championship course designed by Bob Cupp. Driving range, putting green, club rental, GPS on carts. 40001 Hwy 98W, Destin. 888-GOLF-BAY or 837-5197. Kelly Plantation 18‑hole championship golf course designed by Fred Couples, meticulously manicured, open to public, clubhouse restaurant, golf shop, outstanding practice facility, GPS, and complimentary chilled apples. Call for tee times. 34851 Hwy. 98W, Destin, 650‑7600 or 1-800-811-6757. Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club This award-winning 18-hole course offers an extraordinary golfing experience for players of all skill levels and was named one of Golf Digest’s Top Places to Play. Equipment rental available. 465 Regatta Bay Blvd., Destin, 337-8080. www.regattabay.com. Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club Semi‑private, 18‑hole soft spike only course. Driving range, putting green and club rental. 334 Golf Club Dr., Santa Rosa Bch, 267‑2229. Seascape Resort & Beach Club 18-hole golf course with clubhouse, pro shop, putting green, driving range, and Lakeside Grill. 2,000 feet of pristine beach featuring wave runners, parasailing, and the famous Whale’s Tail restaurant and beach bar, Miramar Beach, (850) 654-7888 (PUTT).

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Destin Yoga by the sea Beach Yoga, Power Flow Classes & Private Sessions. Enjoy the growing Vinyasa Yoga Journey for five blissful years in Destin. All levels in Harmony. Call Rhonda (850) 897-3788 or visit www.YogaDestin.com.

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Rosemary Beach fitness center Upscale line of cardiovascular and strength training equipment, individual cardio theaters. Certified personal trainers plus yoga, pilates, tai chi and water aerobics classes in heated pool with adult-only swim times. Day passes and full membership. www. rosemarybeach.com, (850) 278-2200. Yoga-Pilates by the sea Beach/Bay Yoga and Pilates classes. Yoga-Pilates intensives Monday and Wednesday 8:30-9:30 a.m. Yoga-Pilates Flow Challenge Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:15-7:30 a.m. Hot Yoga Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. Yoga-Pilates Flow 1st and 3rd Satursdays of the month. Visit www. yogapilatesbythesea.com for details and locations or call Arleen Garrett at (850) 499-2324.

OUTDOORS Adventures Unlimited Discover the fun of canoeing, kayaking, tubing, rope course and camping out in tent or cabins available. Experience canoeing unlike anywhere in the world. The spring fed rivers flow at an average depth of two feet over a soft, sandy bottom through Blackwater River State Forest. White sand beaches dot the banks: perfect for swimming, sunning and picnicking. Two hours or three days canoe, tube, kayak.. camp in tents or cabins. We offer family fun as well as team adventures for corporations, weddings, or just a fun weekend. 8974 Tomahawk Landing Road. Milton, Florida. (850) 623-6197. www.adventuresunlimited.com ALOHA PONTOON AND JET SKI RENTALS All new, located next to baby J’s on the Destin Harbor. (850) 269-3333. www.alohapontoonrentals.com Sand Castles Learn to build fancy sand castles, porpoises, and dragons with Sand Odyssey, or engage us to create a unique piece for your wedding, meeting or event (on the beach or indoors). Call 622-2741 or visit www.sandodyssey.com.

PA R K S & P U B L I C B E AC H AC C E S S Where natural beauty has existed for years, it is no surprise there are a number of parks within easy driving range of Destin and South Walton. Here are a few: Beasley Wayside Park Picnic tables, public beach area, barbecue grills, bathhouse, and restrooms. Gulf side of Okaloosa Island, Hwy. 98W. Blackwater River State Park NW of FWB off Hwy. 90, You can catch sight of lots of wildlife while camping, canoeing, hiking, and fishing. Milton, (850) 983‑5363. Blue Mountain Beach Public parking for this access is located at the south end of CR-83 and Scenic Highway 30‑A. Brackin Wayside Park Gulf side of Okaloosa Island on Hwy. 98W. Facilities include restaurants, saloons, children’s playground, beach volleyball, three beach accesses, showers, public restrooms, and picnic table. Cessna Bay Picnic tables, parking, rest rooms and boat access. 1476 N. CR-393.

Clement E. Taylor City Park This park is named after one of Destin’s early settlers and is on Choctawhatchee Bay. Chock full of shade trees, there are picnic areas and restrooms, but no camping. Destin, off Calhoun Drive. Dune Allen In Dune Allen beach this access has parking, but no bathrooms, showers or picnic area. 5753 Hwy 30‑A W., Santa Rosa Beach. Ed Walline A large public beach access in South Walton, providing handicapped parking, picnic tables, restrooms and showers. Intersection of Hwy 30‑A and CR-393. Eden Gardens State Park An historic homestead under majestic moss draped oaks with a home surrounded by lawns and seasonal gardens. Tours of the home are Thursday through Monday hourly beginning at 10 a.m. with the last tour at 3 p.m. The park and picnic areas are open daily from 8 a.m. to sunset and located on CR-395 north off Hwy 98 in Point Washington. Call 231-4214 for more information. Gulf Shore Manor Public restrooms, handicapped and public parking. 3468 E. Hwy 30‑A , Seagrove Beach. Gulfview Heights Located at the end of Gulfview Heights St, behind Goatfeather ’s restaurant, this access offers parking, picnic areas and restrooms. Grayton Beach State Recreation Area Camping picnics, hiking, swimming, and saltwater fishing, and boating. Showers and electricity are part of the amenities. Access from S. Hwy. 30‑A, South Walton, 231‑4210. Grayton Dunes Handicapped and public parking plus beach access. Behind the Red Bar in Grayton Beach. Henderson Beach State Park This park almost has it all: camping, swimming area sheltered picnic areas, grills, and restrooms. But there is no boat ramp and jet skis and other personal watercraft are prohibited. 17000 Hwy. 98W, Destin, 837‑7550. Inlet Beach This area offers handicapped and public parking, restrooms and dune walkovers to the beach. 438 S. Orange St. in Inlet Beach. Legion Bay Picnic tables, public parking, boat ramp and restrooms. Intersection of Ponce de Leon and Crest Dr, 191 Crest Dr, Sandestin. Marier Memorial Park Public beach area, picnic tables, barbecue grills, boat ramp, restrooms and bathhouse. Bay side of Okaloosa Island, off Santa Rosa Blvd. Miramar Beach Access Parking with public beach access. Scenic Hwy 98 and Driftwood Rd, adjacent to Pompano Joe’s. Topsail Hill State Preserve Two major freshwater coastal dune lakes are located within the 1,600‑acre preserve. Compground entrance and day use entrance are located on West Scenic Highway 30-A, 1/4 mile south of U.S. 98. (850) 267-0299. www.floridastateparks.org/topsailhill

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