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Week of August 10-16, 2026

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 Events This Week in the Forgotten Coast 

   

      

Mahjong Club at Eastpoint Library 

 

πŸ—“οΈ Tuesdays 

⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

πŸ“ Eastpoint Branch Public Library - 160 Hickory Dip Road, Eastpoint

πŸ“ž Contact (850) 670-8151

🎟️ Free to attend

 

πŸ“‹ Open-play Mahjong for all skill levels — a relaxed weekly gathering that’s become a favorite among locals.

 

πŸ‘‰Click for Mahjong Event details

 

 

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Novels & Nibbles Book Club

 

πŸ“… Tuesday, August 11

⏰ 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.

πŸ“ Eastpoint Branch Public Library - - 160 Hickory Dip Road, Eastpoint

πŸ†“ Free • Light refreshments provided

 

πŸ“– Join the Eastpoint Public Library for this month’s Novels & Nibbles gathering. The August selection is The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner. Come ready to discuss the book and enjoy light refreshments with fellow readers.

 

 πŸ‘‰Click for Book Club Event details

 

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Adult Crafternoons – Make-Up Crafts

 

πŸ“… Thursday, August 13

⏰ 2:30 p.m.

πŸ“ Eastpoint Branch, Franklin County Public Library, 160 Hickory Dip Road, Eastpoint

πŸ“ž 850-670-8151 

πŸ†“ Free

 

🎨 The library has leftover craft projects from previous sessions and invites adults to come make something they may have missed. Join this relaxed make-up crafts afternoon and get creative.

 

πŸ‘‰Click for Additional info

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Free Homework Help 

 

πŸ“… Thursdays

⏰ 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. (by appointment)

πŸ“ Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library, -80 12th Street (on Hwy 98)

 πŸ“ž 850-653-8436

 πŸ†“ Free • Grades K–12

 

πŸ“š Students can get free one-on-one tutoring help with reading, math (including algebra and geometry), science, language arts, social studies, and more. Flexible times and free resources like internet access and craft supplies are available at the library. Call ahead to schedule a session.

 

 πŸ‘‰Click for Additional info

 

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Weekend Live Music Around Town

 

πŸ—“οΈ Friday–Sunday

⏰ Various times

πŸ“ Various spots (Apalachicola Yacht Club, Paddy’s Raw Bar, downtown)

🎟️ Free / purchase food & drinks

 

πŸ“‹ Live music keeps popping up all weekend in the usual waterfront spots. Best discovered by wandering toward the water and following the sound. 

 

πŸ‘‰ Full music calendar

 

 

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Country Farmers Market

 

πŸ—“οΈ Saturdays (1st and 3rd Saturdays) 

⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 

πŸ“ Crooked River Lighthouse -1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle

πŸ“ž (850) 697-2732 Call to plans have not changed, confirm since July 4th...

🎟️ Free to attend

 

πŸ“‹ Fresh local produce, handmade goods, and that classic small-town weekend vibe right downtown.

 

πŸ‘‰Click for info on Country Farmers Market

πŸ‘‰ Farmers Market Flyer

 

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Live Music at Crooked River Grill - featuring Bruce Brown

 

πŸ—“οΈ Saturday,  July 25, 2026

⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

πŸ“ Crooked River Grill - 151 Laughing Gull Lane

πŸ“ž   Contact (850) 967-5050 

🎟️ Call for reservations. 

 πŸ“‹ Great food, cold drinks, and live music with Jon White, with classic coastal sunset views.

 

 πŸ‘‰ Live Music Event details

 

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Special Exhibit: Foundations of Freedom – Carrabelle’s Role in America’s Story

 

πŸ“… July 4th through September 30, 2026

πŸ“ Carrabelle Library or Visitor Center area

πŸ’° Free to attend

Explore Carrabelle’s important place in American history with this special exhibit celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday. Discover local stories, historical artifacts, and Carrabelle’s unique contributions to America’s story during this patriotic summer. Perfect for history buffs and families alike!  

 

πŸ‘‰ Click Here for Full Details

πŸ‘‰ Carrabelle History Museum website 

 

 

 

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