The 5th Annual show of Christmas at the Fair features a wide variety of artists from throughout the Southeastern United States.  One of a kind handmade boutique quality items rule the event as this year’s show will have over 60 exhibitors offering fine art, jewlery, stained glass, pottery, shell art, watercolor, metal creations, cottage woodworking, unique birdhouses, botanical art and wonderful children’s art. 

Organized by local professional crafters, Christmas at the Fair is annually held the Saturday before Thanksgiving at the Bay County Fairgrounds.  Admission is one canned good or monetary donation going to local churches’ food pantries for the holiday season.  Gather your family and friends and head out for a great time at Christmas at the Fair.

While you’re planning your holiday shopping and fun at the beach, check out our Panama City Beach vacation rentals to find your favorite spot on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast.

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The Port St. Joe Farmers’ Market offers fresh seasonal produce from small local farmers and more to the Forgotten Coast of Florida.  Through the peak of the growing season locally grown vegetables and fruit, harvested Gulf seafood, carefully crafted goods and educational focuses highlight the best of the market. 

The Saltair Farmers’ Market also acts as a Saturday morning community gathering and cultural center where attendees can enjoy arts, workshops, exhibitions and live music.  Come on out this Saturday Novmber 21st to the Saltair Farmer’s Market to find the best locally grown and gathered goods in Port St. Joe.

Take a look at our Forgotten Coast vacation rentals to find the best spots for the holidays at Mexico Beach, WindMark Beach and St. Joe Beach. 

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Begin your holiday shopping with style this weekend at Pier Park in Panama City Beach as they host Madonnaro 2009.  Madonnaro is an Italian street painting festival featuring a full weekend of painting by professionals and amateurs.  For the first time, there will be a special kids area this year to create their own street paintings directly on the sidewalks of Pier Park. 

Enjoy the fantastic holiday shopping, dining and entertainment at Pier Park and make your trip to the beach a full weekend by booking one of our nearby Panama City Beach vacation rentals.

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Shop for a cause at Silver Sands 5th Annual Evening of Giving on Sunday November 22, 2010 from 3pm-8pm.  The Evening of Giving is a shopping and entertainment event benefitting a large amount of charities in the area. 

At 4pm come to the main courtyard for a live performance by the Swingin’ Dick Tracys.  Immediately following the band at 5pm, the Holiday Lights in Concert will begin.  Imagine a choreographed program of over 70,000 colorful lights set to holiday songs and carols. 

Silver Sands stores will extend their hours later into the evening to accommodate event ticket holders with special discounts, giveaways and other incentives good for this night only.  Each ticket holder can register for a chance to win a $500 shopping spree at any store and designate which charity is their favorite.  The charity with the most votes will get an additional $500 submitted from Silver Sands. 

Check out the Silver Sands Evening of Giving for further information and visit our Destin vacation rentals to find your perfect holiday getaway to the beach.

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On Thanksgiving morning, November 26th, be at the Watersound Village Commons at 8 a.m. for the Move Your Feet to the Beat 5k Run/Walk. Proceeds will benefit the Sacred Heart Foundation & Sacred Heart on the Emerald Coast.  Recognized as one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation by Thomson Reuters, Sacred Heart continues to improve the health of our community and offers special attention to service of the poor. 

During the inaugural run last year, nearly 250 people competed.  Some of the competitors were our guests that stayed in our Beaches of South Walton vacation rentals.  Before you feast on Thanksgiving afternoon, give thanks to your heart and body by participating in the Move Your Feet to the Beat 5k Run/Walk. 

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The Flutterby Arts Festival will include face painting, kids arts and crafts, hula hooping, games, storytelling and much more for a fun weekend outdoors.  Storytelling by actors from the Seaside Repertory Theatre will add a fun and entertaining addition to the children’s exciting day.  The Festival received its name to celebrate the migration of the Monarch Butterfly through our area.  The Winter Market will feature artists, crafters and specialty item vendors that are perfect for your holiday shopping. 

Step out of your Beaches of South Walton vacation rental and come out this weekend to Marina Park at Watercolor for the Flutterby Festival and Winter Market.  You and the kids are sure to have a wonderful time!

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While you’re having a great time in your Forgotten Coast vacation rental, make time to visit WindMark Beach for the Bark-Toberfest this Saturday November 14th from 12-4pm CST.  Bring your puppies to come enjoy authentic turkey and pork bratwurst, drinks, giveaways and entertainment all to benefit the Port St. Joe Humane Society and the Gulf County CDC’s People Helping People program. 

The 2007 Southern Accents Idea House will host the fundraiser as Nashville singer/songwriter couple Dana and Charlie Black play live.  Local musician Barry Henson is also set to perform.  Whatever your plans may include this weekend, be sure to check out WindMark Beach and bring your dogs to this fun filled event.

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Bring the kids to the Destin Commons for their photos with Santa Claus!  Professional photos will be offered with Santa in his Norman Rockwell Gallery at the front of the Destin Commons between Panera Bread and Talbots.   

Have a gorgeous holiday season along our white sand winter wonderland with Southern Resorts Vacation Rentals.

On Thanksgiving Day visit the Great Southern School of Fish in WindMark Beach for a delicious buffet.  The holidays are always a magical time as we get to cherish the ones we love and be together even if only in spirit. 

Gather your family for this special day and give thanks to the most important treasures in life while you enjoy an amazing Thanksgiving Dinner at the Great Southern School of Fish.

The 22nd Annual Thunderbird Intertribal Pow Wow will be taking place this November 6-8 at the Niceville Mullet Festival Grounds.  Friday will include children’s time from 9am-2pm and the Pow Wow featuring tribal dance will begin @ 7pm. 

Saturday will feature crafts, more competitive dancing and exhibitions.  Sunday will feature church service, more dancing and the announcing of competition winners. 

Enjoy this fun filled event whether you’re a local or a visitor staying in a Destin vacation rental.  The tribal traditions are enjoyable to learn about and the dancing is always exciting to watch.  Check out the Thunderbird Pow Wow Schedule.