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'In Great Waters' offers readers a smart, engaging fantasy read

The setting is England, the time not too long ago, but there is a major difference between this world and our own: Humans not only cover the land, but also inhabit the seas. More...

'Jennifer's Body' is cute, but not very entertaining

First-time screenwriter Diablo Cody won an Oscar a couple of years ago for Juno, and it immediately catapulted her to a level of fame that very few Hollywood writers ever reach. More...

It's time to tailgate!

The big games are underway, and it is time to plan not just for the game but also for the really big event, the pre-game tailgate. More...

Jupiter dominates October night sky, joined by Saturn, Venus and Mercury

For October, the Moon will be full moon on the 4th, this is the "Harvest Moon", closest to the Autumnal Equinox in late September. The first two weeks find the moon waning in the morning sky. More...

IMAX® and simulator rides add 'edge' to museum experience

Naval Aviation Museum also offers hi-tech thrills

Renown for its amazing collection of antique, historic and one-of-a-kind planes and aviation history displays, the National Naval Aviation Museum also adds a lot of energy and some high-tech fun to its offerings. More...

Tricks and Treats with Halloween Sweets

The bewitching season is here! Gather the goblins, conjure up some creative costumes and prepare scary, scrumptious sweets for a great ghostly gathering. More...

Dining

Splash! RESTAURANT GUIDE

Hungry? Before heading out, check some of the locals' recommendations!

AMERICAN Third Base Pub 916-1456 Highway 98 in Midway Burgers, wings, nachos, onion rings and more in a sports bar setting. More...

Fishing

Fishing is hot in cool weather

Fall is officially here and most anglers along the gulf coast know what that means. Both saltwater and freshwater fishing is about to heat up. More...

Nightlife

Fun when the sun is down!

Paddy O'Leary's Irish Pub: 49 Via De Luna Dr, Pensacola Beach (850) 916-9808 Every Monday: Open Mic Nite Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday: Texas Hold'em 4444 fun 7 p.m. Friday, October 2: Best of Open Mic Nite, 9 p.m. More...

Live Entertainment

'KISS Alive 35' tour rocks Civic Center Oct. 19

Shinedown perfoms live on October 16

Sure to be the band's most amazing tour ever, KISS has announced that their "KISS Alive 35" 2009 North American tour, will arrive at the Pensacola Civic Center on October 19 from 7:30 to 11 p.m. More...

Saenger Theatre rockin in October

Pensacola's most famous venue has an exciting entertainment calendar for the month of Ocotober. The following is a brief description of each act: Oct. 3: Pensacola Symphony Catch the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra on opening night, Oct. More...

Lonestar highlights Whiting Field's 66th anniversary celebration

Country music sensation Lonestar will highlight Naval Air Station Whiting Field's (NASWF) 66th Anniversary celebration Saturday, Oct. 24. The band will perform a free afternoon concert to culminate the day's activities at the base. More...

Calendar

SPECIAL EVENTS

HAPPENINGS Navarre Chamber Scholarship Golf Classic 21st Annual—Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Teams, closest to the Pin & Longest Drive. More...

Haunted Houses & Halloween Events

Sweet Season Farms Corn Maze Home of the 5 acre Corn Maze! It typically takes about an hour to get through the maze. If you get lost, use our trivia passport to help direct you to the exit. More...

October Calendar

Thursday, October 1 16 Ro sa A nd Harvey On October 1 - 3 at 8 p.m. the Loblolly Theatre in Pensacola will be hosting a show like no other. For ticket and more information call 850-439-3010 or visit their website at www.loblollytheatre. com. More...

BAG IT!

and help the PACE Center for girls

Purses, handbags, clutches, pocketbooks. This necessity that holds our keys, money and lipstick is also a fashion accessory that can be practical or elevated to an art form. More...

'Earth Elements' show natural beauty

Pensacola Museum of Art features Earth-inspired artwork

Be sure to visit the Pensacola Museum of Art during the Month of October to view Earth Elements: Earth inspired artwork by three Florida artists. More...

Top 10 Movies

1. Tyler Perry's I Can Do Bad All By Myself (PG-13) Taraji P. Henson, Adam Rodriquez 2. 9 (PG-13) animated 3. Inglourious Basterds (R) Brad Pitt, Eli Roth 4. More...

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'Lady Blue' star Jamie Rose still acting

Q: There used to be a policewomen TV drama back in the 1980s called "Lady Blue." What is the pretty star of the show, Jamie Rose, doing now? — Marvin M., Andrews AFB, Md. More...

EAAA free public viewings in Oct.

• The final fall sky interpretation sessions with the National Park Service at the Fort Pickens Battery Worth are on October 16 and 24. They will be setting up about sunset. More...

Margaret Biggs finds her way home

The popular saying "you can't go back home" is usually a commonly held truth. But local artist and Pensacola native Margaret Elizabeth Biggs has defied that truth. More...

Happenings

A weekend of Art and Wine

Art Wine Pensacola Beach Chamber hosts second annual event

With a stroke of a brush and a pop of a cork, Pensacola Beach will transform into an artist's village during Art and Wine Weekend, October 3-4. More...

Fairs and Festivals along the coast

Oktoberfests, Chili Cookoffs and Fair Rides

Blue Jeans & BBQ Festival Join Covenant Hospice for a family festival including a Kiddie Korral ($5 unlimited games stamp) from 3-7 p.m., bull riding competition from 7 - 9 p.m., live entertainment, BBQ, vendors, and drawings.. Oct. More...

Jewish Federation plans dinner to kick off annual campaign

The Pensacola Jewish Federation will have its Annual Campaign Kick Off and Recognition Dinner on Sunday evening October 25. The dinner will be held at the Scenic Hills Country Club from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. More...