Events this Week |
Whats Happening around Town Week of June 8, 2026 |
Yoga @ Apalachicola Library
📅 Monday, June 8, 2026 ⏰ 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM - Call8to confirm 📍 Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library - 80 12th Street (on Hwy 98) 📞 Contact (850) 653-5335 ❤️ Donation-based 🧘 Gentle yoga class led by Kathy Jansen of Spirit of the River Yoga. All levels welcome — mats available.
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Novels & Nibbles: Book Club
🗓️ Tuesday, June 9, 2026 ⏰ 12:00 PM to 1:30 pm 📍 Eastpoint Branch Library - 160 Hickory Dip Road, Eastpoint 📞 Contact (850) 670-8151 🎟️ Free to attend 📋 Join us for a lively discussion over this month’s pick: The Correspondence by Virginia Evans. Whether you read it cover-to-cover or just skimmed the chapters, all are welcome! Snacks and stories await!
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Sewing 101 @ Apalachicola Library
📅 Tuesdays, June 9 – July 28, 2026 ⏰ 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM 📍 Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library - 80 12th Street (on Hwy 98) 📞 850-653-8436 or email apalachicolalibrary@gmail.com to sign up 🧵 Free sewing lessons for ages 10–18! 📋 Kids will learn to make scrunchies, coasters, bandanas, pillows, pencil pouches, crossbody bags, and more. All materials provided — just bring your creativity!
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Mahjong Club
🗓️ Tuesday, June 9, 2026 ⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 Eastpoint Branch Library - 160 Hickory Dip Road, Eastpoint 📞 Contact (850) 670-8151 🎟️ Free to attend 📋 Open-play Mahjong for all skill levels — a relaxed weekly gathering that’s become a favorite among locals.
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Franklin County Public Libraries Summer Reading Kickoff Party
📅 Eastpoint Branch: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 ⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM 📍 Eastpoint Branch Library - 160 Hickory Dip Road, Eastpoint 📞 Eastpoint: 850-670-8417 🦕 Join us for the Summer Reading Program Kickoff! Collect your challenge packets, register for fun programs, enjoy free books (courtesy of Bring Me A Book Forgotten Coast), and grab some free snacks. Perfect for kids and families!
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Crochet & Craft @ Apalachicola Library
📅 Wednesdays, June 10 – July 29, 2026 ⏰ 3:30 PM 📍 Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library 📞 850-653-8436 🧶 Free crochet class for all ages! Learn to make scrunchies, hats, bags, and cute amigurumi projects. All skill levels welcome — come relax and create something fun!
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Animal Tales @ Apalachicola Library
📅 Wednesdays, June 10 & July 29, 2026 ⏰ 4:30 PM 📍 Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library - 80 12th Street (on Hwy 98) 📞 850-653-8436 or message @apalachicolapubliclibrary 🦎🐍🦜 Live animals up close! Join us for an exciting afternoon with real animals including reptiles, birds, and more. A fun and educational experience for the whole family!
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Drawing & Sketch Fundamentals @ Apalachicola Library
📅 Thursdays, June 11 – July 30, 2026 ⏰ 3:00 PM 📍 Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library - 80 12th Street (on Hwy 98) 📞 850-653-8436 or message @apalachicolapubliclibrary 🎨 Love art but not sure where to start? Join us for weekly lessons practicing different drawing and sketching principles. All skill levels welcome!
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Yappy Hour at the Beer Garden
🗓️ Thursday, June 11, 2026 ⏰ 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Beer Garden at Crooked River Grill - 151 Laughing Gull Lane 📞 (850) 697-9606 🎟️ Free to attend /purchase food & drinks 📋 Bring your four-legged friends for a relaxed pet-friendly happy hour with cold drinks and good company.
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American Music & History with Corey Hall
📅 Thursday, June 11, 2026 ⏰ 4:00 PM 📍 Apalachicola Yacht Club - 170 Water St 🎸 Enjoy an afternoon of stories, songs, and the soul of American Roots music with acclaimed Gulf Coast singer-songwriter Corey Hall. He blends traditional blues and folk with his own original sound in this special presentation hosted by the Apalachicola Area Historical Society. Free and open to the public!
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International Food Night at Crooked River Grill
🗓️ Thursday, June 11, 2026 ⏰ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Crooked River Grill - 151 Laughing Gull Lane 📞 Contact (850) 697-5050 🎟️ No cover (pay for food & drinks) 📋 Join us for International Food Night featuring the vibrant flavors of Mexico! Bold spices, fresh authentic favorites, and a festive atmosphere — it’s a fiesta you won’t want to miss. Great food and a classic coastal sunset setting.
👉 International Food Night Event details
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Franklin County Public Libraries Summer Reading Kickoff Party
📅 Carrabelle Branch: Friday, June 12, 2026 ⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM 📍 Carrabelle Branch Public Library - 311 St James Ave, Carrabelle 📞 Carrabelle: 850-697-2366 🦕 Join us for the Summer Reading Program Kickoff! Collect your challenge packets, register for fun programs, enjoy free books (courtesy of Bring Me A Book Forgotten Coast), and grab some free snacks. Perfect for kids and families!
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Americana Film Fest @ Apalachicola Library
📅 Fridays, June 12 & June 26, 2026 ⏰ 6:00 PM 📍 Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library - 80 12th Street (on Hwy 98) 📞 850-653-8436 🎥 Join us for two classic G-rated films celebrating American stories!
Free popcorn and refreshments provided by PALS (Friends of the Library). All ages welcome!
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Weekend Live Music Around Town
🗓️ Friday–Sunday ⏰ Various times 📍 Various spots (Apalachicola Yacht Club, Paddy’s Raw Bar, downtown) 🎟️ Free / purchase food & drinks 📋 Live music keeps popping up all weekend in the usual waterfront spots. Best discovered by wandering toward the water and following the sound.
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Mullet Toss on St. George Island
📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026 ⏰ Registration starts at 10:00 AM 📍 Beach behind The Blue Parrot, St. George Island 📞 850-927-2987 for details 🐟 The legendary Mullet Toss returns! Grab a mullet (or two) and see how far you can throw it for cash prizes, bragging rights, and a whole lot of laughs. Enjoy music, food, and good vibes while supporting Franklin’s Promise Coalition. All ages welcome — it’s one of the most unique (and hilarious) traditions on the Forgotten Coast!
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Apalachicola Farmers Market
🗓️ Saturday, May 23, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Apalachicola - downtown - Across from the CVS on Avenue E (133 Avenue E/11th Street) 🎟️ Free to attend 📋 Fresh local produce, handmade goods, and that classic small-town weekend vibe right downtown.
👉 Facebook Page for Farmers Market
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Evening at the Edge of the Sea
📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026 ⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM 📍 FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory, St. Teresa (3618 Coastal Hwy 98) 🦀 Explore the hidden world of the tidal flats! This hands-on evening program starts with a short talk on local marine ecology, followed by a guided walk into the shallows to discover fascinating sea creatures up close. Perfect for nature lovers and curious minds! 💵 $15 per person (cash or check at the event) 👥 Limited to 20 participants | Ages 7+ (kids 7–13 must be accompanied by a paying adult)
👉 Register at marinelab.fsu.edu
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Live Music at Crooked River Grill - featuring Joseph Brooks
🗓️ Saturday, June 13, 2026 ⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Crooked River Grill - 151 Laughing Gull Lane 📞 Contact (850) 967-5050 🎟️ Call for reservations. 📋 Great food, cold drinks, and live music with Jon White, with classic coastal sunset views.
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D-Day Exhibit at Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum
📅 June 2 – July 18, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum, 1873 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle 📞 (850) 697-8575 🎖️ Special exhibit commemorating the 82nd anniversary of D-Day featuring artifacts, historic photos, personal stories from soldiers, interviews, and WWII military vehicles on display. Free admission – donations appreciated.
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