January 7, 2009 RSS feed / Happenings

On the Cover

Thank you for reading Splash! magazine! In this January edition, we are looking back at the best of 2008, and forward to a fabulous, healthy, fine 2009! More...

Wildlife Sanctuary seabirds in need of food

The Wildlife Sanctuary of Northwest Florida is asking for donations of fish to help feed seabirds housed at the sanctuary as cold weather has caused an increase in the number of birds, especially pelicans, housed at the sanctuary. More...

Here's to a new year!

Polar Bears take annual plunge into the Sound on Pensacola Beach

Why would anyone in their right mind want to wade and swim in the frigid waters of Santa Rosa Sound on New Year's Day? More...

Dragonfly Gallery showcases Navarre Artist

The Dragonfly Gallery showcases the work of "Independent Artists of Navarre", IAN, now through Saturday, January 17th. More...

Visit a local Art Gallery!

Destin The Zoo Gallery 850-837-7554 www.thezoogallery.com Beverly McNeil Gallery 850-654-4322 www.beverlymcneil.com Orange Beach, Ala. The Prosperous Pelican 251-981-2022 www.prosperouspelican. More...

Whoopi had her own sitcom years ago

Q: Years ago, there was a sitcom starring Whoopi Goldberg, and I cannot remember its name. She was the manager or owner of a hotel and was always being visited by her brother and his girlfriend. — Carla M. More...

"Welcome Aboard"

Southern Star Dolphin Cruise

Of all the dolphin cruises in the United States, the Southern Star Dolphin Cruise was selected by CNN to be featured on its program "Earth Matters." You begin your cruise with a narrated tour of Destin Harbor, then you will exit the harbor and pro More...

Pensacola Beach Run set for Jan. 17

Lace up your running shoes and get ready for the Pensacola Beach Run. The race will consist of a 5K and 10K run and a half marathon. The race begins at the Hilton on the Pensacola Beach at 8 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17. More...

Pensacola Beach bridge '09 toll pass on sale now

Sean Bullington, 37, found out the hard way that his pass expired Dec. 31 when he was denied access to the island on Jan. 2. A self-employed businessman, he said he couldn't renew his pass because the SRIA office was closed until Jan. 5. More...

Laugh in the New Year

PICK OF THE WEEK "Pineapple Express" — I'm usually not a fan of stoner movies. I liked Cheech and Chong's "Up in Smoke" and "Cheech and Chong's Next Movie," and more recently "Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle," but that's about it. More...

You can get there from here

(on bike)

Cycling long has been one of Northwest Florida's favorite recreational activities. More...

Cruise the Coldwater

If you want to go where the locals go to get away, head on up to Milton, the Canoe Capital of Florida, and drift down the Coldwater River. Take a canoe float trip to enjoy crystal clear, cool, springfed streams. More...

Navarre Beach Pier gets green light

Pier was demolished by Hurricane Ivan in 2004

Santa Rosa County is asking for bids this month to rebuild the Navarre Beach Fishing Pier. More...

The StrollerFit Revolution Rolls into Pensacola

Wondering whether you'll ever fit back into those prepregnancy jeans? Pensacola's first StrollerFit Exercise with Your Baby classes begin January 6 at Bayview Park and Community center. The first class is free. More...

Pensacola Gulf pier passes may increase $30

The Santa Rosa Island Authority is expected to approve a request to increase annual passes on the Gulf Pier by $30 across the board. More...

Call to Artist and Performers

The Santa Rosa Arts and Culture Foundation, Inc. More...

THE COMMUNITY MARITIME PARK ... a dream that can come true

Following four years of open forums, public meetings and planning, the Vince Whibbs, Sr. Community Maritime Park is very near breaking ground. Within a few weeks the necessary permits will be issued. More...

Bake everyday Irish Soda Bread

Spin a globe with your kids and let your fingers land on the Emerald Isle. Then get both hands in the dough to make "Everyday Irish Soda Bread." The recipe comes from my Irish-born-and-raised friend Margaret Sinnott Wachhol. More...

Local artist donates work for new facility

The Santa Rosa Kids House is is the recipient of a gift from local artist Aully Dye. In April of 2008, Santa Rosa Kids House celebrated the opening of its new facility. More...

Area Museums

Destin Destin History & Fishing Museum 108 Stahlman Ave Destin, FL 32541 850-837-6611 http://www.destinhistoryandfishingmuseum. More...

Plant a tree — Celebrate Arbor Day

Arbor Day is a nationally-celebrated observance that encourages citizens to plant trees and care for existing ones. Locals have two opportunities to participate in the effort and help create a healthier local, national and global environment. More...