🔍 What’s Up in Apalachicola & Forgotten Coast 

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🌴 WHAT’S UP IN APALACHICOLA & THE FORGOTTEN COAST: SEPTEMBER 7–13

Labor Day is in the rearview mirror, but the Forgotten Coast still has plenty going on this week. From library programs and local government to farmers-market finds, history exhibits and live music, here are some good reasons to get out and about. 

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🏛 COMMUNITY & CITY

⭐ Water/Sewer District Workshop: Tuesday, Sept. 8, 4–5:30 p.m.

Apalachicola’s Water/Sewer District will discuss its Interlocal Agreement at the City Commission Chambers, 74 6th Street. Editor’s Choice: If you live in Apalachicola, this is one worth knowing about.

Source: City of Apalachicola Events

🏛 Apalachicola City Commission: Tuesday, Sept. 8, 6 p.m.
The regular City Commission meeting follows the water/sewer workshop at 74 6th Street.
Source: City Commission Meeting

🏠 Property Tax Impact Town Hall: Thursday, Sept. 10, 6 p.m.
Residents can attend a town hall at the City Commission Chambers focusing on property-tax impacts. Editor’s Choice: Homeowners will want this one on the radar.
Source: City of Apalachicola Events

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📚 LIBRARIES & LEARNING

💻 Tech Help: Tuesday, Sept. 8, 11 a.m.

Need help with your phone, tablet, computer or digital life? Free Tech Help is offered at the Carrabelle Branch Library.
Source: Franklin County Public Library: Upcoming Programs

📖 Novels & Nibbles Book Club: Tuesday, Sept. 8, noon–1:30 p.m.

Book lovers can gather at the Eastpoint Branch for Novels & Nibbles. Bring your thoughts on the book and enjoy some good company, too.
Source: Franklin County Public Library: Upcoming Programs

🀄 Mahjong Open Play: Tuesday, Sept. 8, 1–4 p.m.

The Eastpoint Branch hosts open Mahjong play. Experienced players and folks who simply enjoy a friendly game can join in.
Source: Franklin County Public Library: Upcoming Programs

📚 Story Time: Wednesday, Sept. 9, 10:30 a.m.

Little readers can head to the Carrabelle Branch for Story Time, with a book, activities and plenty of chances to make reading fun.
Source: Franklin County Public Library: Upcoming Programs

🎮 Video Game Hour: Thursday, Sept. 10, 4:30 p.m.
Teens and tweens can battle it out on the Nintendo Switch at the Carrabelle Branch. Friendly competition encouraged!
Source: Franklin County Public Library: Upcoming Programs

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🎨 HISTORY & CULTURE

⭐ Operation Market Garden: A Bridge Too Far: Sept. 8–12
The Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle features a special exhibit about the 1944 Allied operation in the Netherlands. Editor’s Choice: A fascinating stop for history buffs, veterans' families and curious kids.
Source: Florida’s Forgotten Coast Events

🏛 Foundations of Freedom: Carrabelle’s Role in America’s Story: Sept. 8–13
The Carrabelle History Museum continues its special exhibit celebrating Carrabelle’s place in American history.
Source: Carrabelle Chamber September Calendar

📸 St. George Plantation Photo Contest: Through Wednesday, Sept. 9
Calling all shutterbugs: the 17th Annual St. George Plantation Photo Contest wraps up Sept. 9, with categories for professional and amateur photographers.
Source: Apalachicola Bay Chamber: Photo Contest

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🌊 OUTDOORS & LOCAL FLAVOR

⭐ Apalachicola Farmers Market: Saturday, Sept. 12, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Stock up on local produce, seafood, honey, baked goods and other regional goodies. Editor’s Choice: This is about as Forgotten Coast as a Saturday morning gets.
Source: Florida’s Forgotten Coast Events

🐕 Yappy Hour at St. James Bay: Thursday, Sept. 10, 3–6 p.m.
Bring the four-legged member of the family to St. James Bay for an afternoon of outdoor fun.
Source: Florida’s Forgotten Coast Events

🏌️ 9 & Dine at St. James Bay: Friday, Sept. 11, 3–8 p.m.
Play nine holes at St. James Bay Golf Course, then settle in for Friday Prime Rib dinner at Crooked River Grill. Golf and dinner: that's a pretty solid Friday plan.
Source: Florida’s Forgotten Coast Events

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🎶 LIVE MUSIC

🎸 Corey Hall: Thursday, Sept. 10, 6 p.m.
Bandsintown lists Corey Hall performing at Indian Pass Raw Bar on Thursday evening. If you're looking for a little live music to break up the workweek, this one's worth the short drive west.
Source: Bandsintown: Apalachicola, FL

🎶 Live Music Saturday: Sept. 12, 6–9 p.m.
Crooked River Grill in Carrabelle keeps Saturday night rolling with live music, food and drinks.
Source: Florida’s Forgotten Coast Events

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👻 APALACHICOLA AFTER DARK

🧘 Yoga at Apalachicola Library: Monday, Sept. 7, 6–7 p.m.

Kathy Jansen leads a donation-based yoga class at the Apalachicola library. Bring a mat if you have one; some equipment is available.
Source: Florida’s Forgotten Coast Events

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🚗 WORTH THE DRIVE

🚙 Make a Carrabelle history day: With two special exhibits running this week, Carrabelle is an easy excuse for a road trip from Apalachicola or Eastpoint. Add lunch, the waterfront or a beach stop and call it a day.
Source: Carrabelle Chamber September Calendar

🌕 Crooked River Lighthouse: Save the Date for Sept. 25
The lighthouse's next Twilight at the Tower is Friday, Sept. 25, from 7–9 p.m. There isn't a lighthouse moonlit event during Sept. 7–13, but this is one to keep on the fall calendar.
Source: Crooked River Lighthouse: Full Moon Events

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Dates and times may change — verify before heading out.

That's what's up around Apalachicola and the Forgotten Coast this week. Grab a market basket, catch some live music, learn something new at the library or just take the scenic route. 🌴📚🎶

Happy exploring!