June 22 - August 22 2009

American Presidential Experience
Emerald Coast Conference Center
(850) 609-3800
presidentialexperience.com
The American Presidential Experience offers the visitor an opportunity to experience first-hand the inspiring power of the American Presidency. Have your picture taken sitting at the desk in the Oval Office, climb aboard Air Force One for a ride into history, view replicas of First Ladies' gowns, and visit many more exhibits.

July 1- July 23 2009

The Apalachicola River: A National Treasure
(850) 729-6044
nwfstatecollege.edu/arts
"The Apalachicola River: A National Treasure" features 60 large-format black and white photographs by Clyde Butcher and Richard Bickel, as well as documentary film on the Apalachicola River Basin and the people who live there. Show will be in the Holzhauer Gallery of the Mattie Kelly Arts Center, Northwest Florida State College.

July 4 2009

Destin 4th of July Celebration
Fireworks at the Destin Bridge
You're in luck if you're going to be in Destin or its surrounding beaches for the Fourth of July. This little village approaches the Fourth the way it does everything... it goes all-out! Heck, they're so excited about our Independence that the parties start in June!

July 4-5 2009

Red, White & Baytowne
Travel through the village and experience the sights and sounds of the 4th of July. Hosting a variety of free children’s activities throughout the evening along with live music sure to entertain all ages. Then, the Village of Baytowne Wharf presents a magical fireworks extravaganza illuminating the skies to celebrate our country’s Independence Day.

July 6, 13, 20, 27 2009

Cypress Green Concert Series
(850) 837-6241
Every Monday night at the Market Shops at Sandestin, enjoy live music from 6 - 8PM. Children’s Events and enjoy Happy Hour specials from Beef ‘O’ Brady’s and free wine tasting from Beyond the Grape. Free admission, Open to Public, No Outside Coolers Please!

July 22 - July 25 2009

Disney's Beauty and the Beast
(850) 729-6000
nwfstatecollege.edu/arts
This Walt Disney classic rendition of the famous fairy tale is performed in grand fashion as the Mattie Kelly Arts Center's summer musical. Performance is on the Mainstage at 7:30pm.