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Teen Mood Boards and Toddler Time: Finger Painting at Eastpoint (SRP)
2025-07-14 14:30 - 2025-07-16 14:00 (America/New_York) | Eastpoint Branch Library, 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program continues into its fifth week, July 14 through July 18, at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, this program features fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. All library programs are free and open to the public—no library card required.
This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world,
Week Five (July 14-July 18)

Mon., July 14 – Teen Mood Boards @ 2:30 pm at both branches. Registration is required.
Wed., July 16 – Toddler Time: Finger Painting @ 10:30 am ET at both branches
Wed., July 16 – Writer’s Forum @ 1:00 PM at Eastpoint

Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

The Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, (850) 275-9895. For details, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Teen Mood Boards and Toddler Time: Finger Painting at Carrabelle (SRP)
2025-07-14 14:30 - 2025-07-16 11:30 | Carrabelle Branch Library, 311 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States

Coastal Twilight at the Tower w/ live music by Tristan Shiver
2025-07-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Crooked River Lighthouse, 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a special evening event, Coastal Twilight at the Tower, on Wednesday, July 9 from 8:00-10:00 pm ET in Carrabelle, FL. Festivities include live music by Tristan Shiver, plus after-hour museum tours and evening tower climbs. Visitors can enjoy the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach under the golden glow of the setting sun and rising Buck Moon. Donations are warmly welcome.
Local favorite Tristan Shiver of the band Cheap Sunglasses will be performing live aboard the Pirate Ship stage for this special evening event. With guitar and vocals, he’ll bring a mix of country, classic rock, oldies, and blues. Guests can expect a night filled with fantastic music and full moon magic. Attendees are welcome to bring a chair and relax under the evening sky.
Visitors can experience an after-hours tour of the Keeper’s House Museum and see the original, historic Fresnel lens constructed in 1894 in Paris, France. Guests can browse the unique nautical gifts and souvenirs in the gift shop.
Those who wish to climb to the top of the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast can take part in evening tower climbs. From the top, climbers will be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the bay, the colors of the sunset, and the glow of the rising moon. Evening climbs cost $10 and are scheduled at 15-minute intervals throughout the event. Due to limited availability, climb reservations are strongly encouraged. Climbers must be at least 44 inches tall. Children under 12 climb free with ticketed adults. Advance tickets can be purchased in the lighthouse gift shop or online at https://www.crookedriverlighthouse.com/full-moon-events/
The full Moon in July is called the Buck Moon because the antlers of male deer (bucks) are in full-growth mode at this time. Bucks shed and regrow their antlers each year, producing a larger and more impressive set as the years go by. (Credit: Almanac.com)
Crooked River Lighthouse is located in Carrabelle, just west of the Carrabelle Public Beach Park at 1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle. For more information, contact the gift shop at 850-697-2732, carrabellelighthouse@gmail.com or https://www.crookedriverlighthouse.com/. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Adult Crafts: Ink Art & Watercolor; Adult Nutrition: Eat the Rainbow; & Kids Craft Workshop: DIY Kaleidoscopes at Carrabelle (SRP)
2025-07-08 14:30 - 2025-07-10 12:00 | Carrabelle Branch Library, 311 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program continues into its fourth week on Monday, July 7 through July 11 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, this program features fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. All library programs are free and open to the public—no library card required.
This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world,
Week Four (July 7- July 11)

Tues., July 8 – Adult Crafts: Ink Art & Watercolor @ 2:30 pm ET at both branches
Wed, July 9 – Second Harvest of the Big Bend presents Adult Nutrition Class: Eat the Rainbow

Eastpoint: 10:00 AM
Carrabelle: 1:00 PM

Thurs., July 10 – Kids Craft Workshop: DIY Kaleidoscopes @ 11:00 am ET at both branches

Plus Novels & Nibbles: Book Club on Wed, July 9 @ 12:00 PM at Eastpoint Branches.
Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

The Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, (850) 275-9895. For details, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Adult Crafts: Ink Art & Watercolor, Adult Nutrition: Eat the Rainbow, Novels & Nibbles: Book Club, Kids Craft Workshop: DIY Kaleidoscopes at Eastpoint (SRP)
2025-07-08 14:30 - 2025-07-10 12:00 | Eastpoint Branch Library, 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program continues into its fourth week on Monday, July 7 through July 11 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, this program features fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. All library programs are free and open to the public—no library card required.
This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world,
Week Four (July 7- July 11)

Tues., July 8 – Adult Crafts: Ink Art & Watercolor @ 2:30 pm ET at both branches
Wed, July 9 – Second Harvest of the Big Bend presents Adult Nutrition Class: Eat the Rainbow

Eastpoint: 10:00 AM
Carrabelle: 1:00 PM

Wed, July 9 – Novels & Nibbles: Book Club @ 12:00 PM at Eastpoint
Thurs., July 10 – Kids Craft Workshop: DIY Kaleidoscopes @ 11:00 am ET at both branches

Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

The Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, (850) 275-9895. For details, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Special Exhibit: Commemorating D-Day
2025-07-08 11:00 - 2025-07-12 17:00, 2025-07-01 11:00 - 2025-07-05 17:00, 2025-06-24 11:00 - 2025-06-28 17:00, 2025-06-17 11:00 - 2025-06-21 17:00 | Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum, 1873 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle will present a special exhibit commemorating the anniversary of D-Day. This exhibit opens Tuesday, June 3 and will be on display until Saturday, July 12. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. Admission is free, though donations are welcome.
Camp Gordon Johnston was established in 1942 in Carrabelle to train entire infantry divisions, including the U. S. Army’s 4th Infantry Division and their support units, in amphibious warfare. That training and the men who received it would be put to the test on the heavily fortified beaches of Normandy, France on D-Day, June 6, 1944. The first amphibian infantry assault teams to arrive on French soil were from the 4th Infantry Division at Utah Beach. The D-Day invasion, the largest seaborne invasion in history, included over 100,000 Allied troops.
The exhibit will include personal papers, historic photos, and artifacts belonging to Capt. John E. Mellen, generously shared by his family. Capt. Mellen commanded the 818th Amphibious Truck Company and served with them from their training at Camp Gordon Johnston through the end of the war. The 818th trained at Camp Gordon Johnston in late 1943 and early 1944 before deploying to England in preparation for the Normandy invasion. On June 6, 1944, they landed on Utah Beach as part of the 1st Engineer Special Brigade, supporting the 4th Infantry Division. For this the 818th received a Meritorious Unit Citation and Croix de Guerre with palm and five members received Bronze Stars.
A video of amphibious assault training on Carrabelle Beach will play continuously during the day, with a new showing every 10 minutes. This Army training short film, captured by the U.S. Army Signal Corps, documents the D-Day preparations as they happened in March 1943. Several well-known photographs of this training were taken from this footage. These exercises were to be the last training before troops shipped out to England.
The exhibit also features personal interviews with members of the 4th Infantry Division and accounts from German defenders. These, along with other tributes to D-Day, offer a more complete perspective on this historic event. The museum’s three WWII military vehicles will also be on display.
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum is located at 1873 Hwy 98 West, directly across from the very beach where the beach assault training occurred. For more information, contact Camp Gordon Johnston Museum at (850) 697-8575 or museum@campgordonjohnston.com. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Country Market & final Smartphone Photography at Crooked River Lighthouse
2025-07-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Crooked River Lighthouse, 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The Crooked River Lighthouse will host their Country Farmers Market on Saturday, July 5, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm ET at the foot of Carrabelle’s historic lighthouse, followed by the final Smartphone Photography Class at 1:00 pm. This outdoor market is the perfect opportunity to shop small and shop local for a variety of unique goods while supporting area vendors, artists, bakers, artisans and crafters. The lighthouse is located at 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL.
The Country Market features an ever changing variety of locally sourced and handcrafted items. Shoppers may find organic farm-fresh produce, artisan breads, delicious cinnamon rolls, grass-fed beef, handmade totes, assorted jellies, stunning art and decor, fresh eggs, batch-roasted coffee, locally handcrafted jewelry, balms and sprays, unique t-shirts, hot sauces, salsa, plants and more.
Immediately following the Market, guests will have the chance to participate in the final Smartphone Photography Class by Dave Stahler, a regular vendor at the Country Market. Dave has been a commercial and industrial photographer for over 40 years. He will share tips and tricks to get the best photos on a smartphone and will cover composition and outdoor landscape lighting, the two main ingredients of good photography with any camera.
The class will last run from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm. Cost is $25 per person and includes time in the classroom as well as on location. Attendees will pay at the door. Participants can sign up at www.DavidStahler.com or by emailing David.Stahler@icloud.com.
While at the lighthouse, guests are invited to explore the free Keeper’s House Museum and Gift Shop, open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm ET. The museum features fascinating maritime history, including the lighthouse’s original historic Fresnel lens. The Gift Shop offers handcrafted items, jewelry, nautical and coastal art, souvenirs and keepsakes. For a small fee, visitors can also climb to the top of the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast for a breathtaking panoramic view of St. George Sound.
The Country Farmers Markets are held every 1st and 3rd Saturday. New and returning vendors are welcome to join any time for $10 per market by emailing carrabellelighthouse@gmail.com. For more information, call 850-697-2732 or visit www.crookedriverlighthouse.com. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Teen Art: Graffiti Name Fence & Toddler Time: Color Mixing at Eastpoint (SRP)
2025-06-30 14:30 - 2025-07-02 11:30 | FL
The 2025 Summer Reading Program continues into its third week on Monday, June 30 through Friday, July 4 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, this program features fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. All library programs are free and open to the public—no library card required.
This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world,
Week Three (June 30-July 4)

Mon., June 30 – Teen Art Workshop: Graffiti Name Fence Craft @ 2:30 PM at both branches
Wed., July 2 – Toddler Time: Color Mixing @ 10:30 am ET at both branches
Fri., July 4 – Independence Day – CLOSED

Plus at Carrabelle Branch

Tue., July 1 – Art Workshop: Medallion Pottery @ 1:00 PM at Carrabelle. Limited space. Registration suggested.

Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

The Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, (850) 275-9895. For details, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Teen Art: Graffiti Name Fence, Art Workshop: Medallion Pottery, Toddler Time: Color Mixing at Carrabelle (SRP)
2025-06-30 14:30 - 2025-07-02 11:30 | Carrabelle Branch Library, 311 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program continues into its third week on Monday, June 30 through Friday, July 4 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, this program features fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. All library programs are free and open to the public—no library card required.
This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world,
Week Three (June 30-July 4)

Mon., June 30 – Teen Art Workshop: Graffiti Name Fence Craft @ 2:30 PM at both branches
Tue., July 1 – Art Workshop: Medallion Pottery @ 1:00 PM at Carrabelle. Limited space. Registration suggested.
Wed., July 2 – Toddler Time: Color Mixing @ 10:30 am ET at both branches
Fri., July 4 – Independence Day – CLOSED

Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

The Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, (850) 275-9895. For details, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Special Exhibit: Vintage Office - Relics from City Hall's Past
2025-06-29 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-25 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-22 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-18 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-15 12:00 - 17:00 | Carrabelle History Museum, 106 SE Avenue B, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The Carrabelle History Museum is excited to announce the extension of its nostalgic exhibit, “Vintage Office – Relics from City Hall’s Past,” now on display through Sunday, June 29. The exhibit offers visitors a glimpse into the workings of Carrabelle’s city government in decades past. Step into the office of yesteryear and explore a collection of authentic artifacts used by city officials to keep the town running smoothly. The Carrabelle History Museum is open Wednesday from 12 to 5 pm ET, Thursday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm ET, and Sunday from 12 to 5 pm ET. Admission is free, with donations gratefully accepted.
Among the artifacts highlighted are historic city log books, a municipal court log from the 1940s—complete with charges like fighting and disorderly conduct, original City of Carrabelle ballot boxes and paper ballots once used in local elections, a classic 1953 Underwood Standard Typewriter used by Assistant City Clerk Mary Mathes, a vintage mechanical adding machine, and the black ledger from longtime City Clerk Charles Lee Daniels, who faithfully served Carrabelle for 34 years. These intriguing pieces tell the story of the city’s administrative past and provide a tangible connection to Carrabelle’s civic heritage.
The Carrabelle History Museum is located at 106 SE Avenue B, in historic downtown Carrabelle, FL. For more information, visit www.carrabellehistorymuseum.org or contact carrabellehistorymuseum@gmail.com or 850-697-2141. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Special Exhibit: Vintage Office – Relics from City Hall’s Past
2025-06-28 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-27 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-26 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-20 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-19 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Carrabelle History Museum, 106 SE Avenue B, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States

Gelli Printing, Adult Crafts: Community Puzzle, Puzzle Pieces of our Past, Kids Art: Sun Catchers & Jacki Manna Ventriloquist Show at Carrabelle (SRP)
2025-06-23 13:00 - 2025-06-27 14:00 | Carrabelle Branch Library, 311 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program continues into its second week on Monday, June 23 through June 27 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, this program features fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. All library programs are free and open to the public—no library card required.
This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world,
Week Two (June 23-27)

Mon., June 23 – Art Workshop – Gelli Printing @ 1:00 PM at Carrabelle. Limited space. Registration suggested.

Tue., June 24 – Adult Crafts: Community Puzzle Mural @ 2:30 PM at both branches
Wed., June 25 – FPAN Presents “Puzzle Pieces of Our Past” @ 10:00 AM at Eastpoint and @ 1:00 PM at Carrabelle. Registration is required. Max 20.
Thur., June 26 – Kids Art Workshop: Sun Catchers @ 11:00 AM at both branches
Fri., June 27 – Jacki Manna Ventriloquist Show @ 10:00 AM at Eastpoint and 1:00 PM at Carrabelle

Plus at Eastpoint

Mon., June 23 – Animal Camouflage @ 11:00 AM at Eastpoint

Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

The Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, (850) 275-9895. For details, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Animal Camouflage; Adult Crafts: Community Puzzle; Puzzle Pieces of our Past; Kids Art: Sun Catchers; & Jacki Manna Ventriloquist Show at Eastpoint (SRP)
2025-06-23 11:00 - 2025-06-27 11:00 | Eastpoint Branch Library, 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program continues into its second week on Monday, June 23 through June 27 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. Sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, this program features fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. All library programs are free and open to the public—no library card required.
This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” highlights art and creativity at the Franklin County Public Libraries. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that adds a little more color to the world,
Week Two (June 23-27)

Mon., June 23 – Animal Camouflage @ 11:00 AM at Eastpoint
Tue., June 24 – Adult Crafts: Community Puzzle Mural @ 2:30 PM at both branches
Wed., June 25 – FPAN Presents “Puzzle Pieces of Our Past” @ 10:00 AM at Eastpoint and @ 1:00 PM at Carrabelle. Registration is required. Max 20.
Thur., June 26 – Kids Art Workshop: Sun Catchers @ 11:00 AM at both branches
Fri., June 27 – Jacki Manna Ventriloquist Show @ 10:00 AM at Eastpoint and 1:00 PM at Carrabelle

Plus at Carrabelle

Mon., June 23 – Art Workshop – Gelli Printing @ 1:00 PM at Carrabelle. Limited space. Registration suggested.

Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

The Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, (850) 275-9895. For details, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Country Farmer’s Market & Smartphone Photography at Crooked River Lighthouse
2025-06-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Crooked River Lighthouse, 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The Crooked River Lighthouse will host their Country Farmers Market on Saturday, June 7, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm ET at the foot of Carrabelle’s historic lighthouse, followed by a Smartphone Photography Class at 1:00 pm. This outdoor market is the perfect opportunity to shop small and shop local for a variety of unique goods while supporting area vendors, artists, bakers, artisans and crafters. The lighthouse is located at 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL.
The Country Market features an ever changing variety of locally sourced and handcrafted items. Shoppers may find organic farm-fresh produce, artisan breads, delicious cinnamon rolls, grass-fed beef, handmade totes, assorted jellies, stunning art and decor, fresh eggs, batch-roasted coffee, locally handcrafted jewelry, balms and sprays, unique t-shirts, hot sauces, salsa, plants and more.
Immediately following the Market, a Smartphone Photography Class will be offered by Dave Stahler, a regular vendor at the Country Market. Dave has been a commercial and industrial photographer for over 40 years. He will share tips and tricks to get the best photos on a smartphone and will cover composition and outdoor landscape lighting, the two main ingredients of good photography with any camera.
Classes begin June 7 and will be held at Carrabelle’s lighthouse on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 1:00 pm, right after the Market. Each class will last about 90 minutes. Cost is $25 per person and includes time in the classroom as well as on location. Attendees will pay at the door. Participants can sign up at www.DavidStahler.com or by emailing David.Stahler@icloud.com.
While at the lighthouse, guests are invited to explore the free Keeper’s House Museum and Gift Shop, open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm ET. The museum features fascinating maritime history, including the lighthouse’s original historic Fresnel lens. The Gift Shop offers handcrafted items, jewelry, nautical and coastal art, souvenirs and keepsakes. For a small fee, visitors can also climb to the top of the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast for a breathtaking panoramic view of St. George Sound.
The Country Farmers Markets are held every 1st and 3rd Saturday. New and returning vendors are welcome to join any time for $10 per market by emailing carrabellelighthouse@gmail.com. For more information, call 850-697-2732 or visit www.crookedriverlighthouse.com. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Kickoff Party, Toddler Time: Color Sorting & Teen Art: Button Making at Carrabelle Library (SRP)
2025-06-16 11:00 - 2025-06-20 15:30 | Carrabelle Branch Library, 311 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program will burst onto the scene on Monday, June 16 and continue through Thursday, July 24 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. The program, sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, will feature fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. Library programs are free and open to the public – no library card required.
This year’s theme, “Color Our World”, focuses on art and creativity at the library. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that add a little more color to the world.
The first week of the Summer Reading Program will be held June 16-20 at the Franklin County Public Libraries. Visitors are invited to festive Kick-off Parties on Monday, June 16 at 11:00 AM ET at both library branches, where they can explore the exciting lineup of upcoming events and enjoy chalk art, creative games, and snacks.
Week One (June 16th-20th)

Mon., June 16 – Kickoff Parties (Chalk Art & Games) @11:00 am at both branches
Wed., June 18 – Toddler Time: Color Sorting @ 10:30 am ET at both branches
Thur., June 19 – Juneteenth – CLOSED both branches
Fri., June 20 – Teen Art: Button Making @ 10:30 am at Eastpoint and 2:30 pm at Carrabelle

Plus in Eastpoint:

Wed., June 18 – Writer’s Forum @ 1:00 PM at Eastpoint

Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

The Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, (850) 275-9895. For details, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Kickoff Party, Toddler Time: Color Sorting & Teen Art: Button Making at Eastpoint Library (SRP)
2025-06-16 11:00 - 2025-06-20 11:30 | Eastpoint Branch Library, 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The 2025 Summer Reading Program will burst onto the scene on Monday, June 16 and continue through Thursday, July 24 at both the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branch Libraries. The program, sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, will feature fun and imaginative activities and events for both kids and adults. Library programs are free and open to the public – no library card required.
This year’s theme, “Color Our World”, focuses on art and creativity at the library. The program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a variety of artistic expressions. Guests are invited to celebrate every page, paint stroke, and performance that add a little more color to the world.
The first week of the Summer Reading Program will be held June 16-20 at the Franklin County Public Libraries. Visitors are invited to festive Kick-off Parties on Monday, June 16 at 11:00 AM ET at both library branches, where they can explore the exciting lineup of upcoming events and enjoy chalk art, creative games, and snacks.
Week One (June 16th-20th)

Mon., June 16 – Kickoff Parties (Chalk Art & Games) @11:00 am at both branches
Wed., June 18 – Toddler Time: Color Sorting @ 10:30 am ET at both branches
Wed., June 18 – Writer’s Forum @ 1:00 PM at Eastpoint
Thur., June 19 – Juneteenth – CLOSED both branches
Fri., June 20 – Teen Art Workshop: Button Making @ 10:30 am at Eastpoint and 2:30 pm at Carrabelle

Summer Reading is an annual program that brings children, teens, and families to local public libraries for reading and activities. A Summer Reading Program:

encourages lifelong reading habits,
supports reluctant readers with activities,
helps children maintain their skills over the summer,
generates interest in the library and books, and it being summer,
can just be good fun and provide an opportunity for family time.

The Summer Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Franklin County Public Libraries in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, FL. The Eastpoint Branch is located at 160 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, (850) 670-8151. The Carrabelle Branch Library is at 311 St. James Ave. SE (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, (850) 275-9895. For details, go to https://friendsfcpl.com/summer-reading-program/ . Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

22nd Annual Kingfish Shootout Tournament
2025-06-14 07:00 - 18:00 | C-Quarters Marina, 501 St. James Ave., Carrabelle, 32322, United States
22nd Annual Kingfish Shootout
Sat June 14, 2025
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
501 St, James Avenue, Hwy 98, Carrabelle, FL
This weekend event gives everyone an opportunity to enjoy themselves while advocating a wonderful cause that helps so many. All proceeds go to the Leukemia Research Foundation. Over $1.5 million raised in the past 20 years!
Event Registration
Sponsor Registration
Event Details
We are happy to announce the 22nd Annual Kingfish Shootout at C-Quarters Marina on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The Captain’s Meeting will take place on Friday, June 13th at 6:30pm. There will be three categories, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, and Red Snapper.
The guaranteed payout will be $24,000! You can win $5,000 for the biggest Kingfish, $2,000 for the biggest Spanish Mackerel, and $5,000 for the biggest Red Snapper. Teams can enter one fish in EACH category. Team registration fee is $250 per boat. After June 2nd, the entry fee will be $300 per boat. Any donation of $1,250 or more will receive a free boat entry.
We will also offer Calcutta division, Target weight, Youth Angler (16 & under), and Lady Angler, with more details at the captains meeting. Youth and Lady Angler must catch their fish unassisted and be entered as youth/lady angler on the team registration.
With continuing thoughts of Lisa Crowder Jackson and Mr. Jimmie Crowder, we are excited about the potential positive impact this event is going to have not only for the Leukemia Research Foundation, but the City of Carrabelle and Franklin County as a whole.
Thank you to all our previous sponsors and anglers, with your help we have donated over $1.5 million dollars to the Leukemia Research Foundation. We hope to see you with the catch of a lifetime, winning $5,000 for 1st place Kingfish, $2,000 for 1st place Spanish Mackerel, and $5,000 for 1st place Red Snapper.
Event Docs
Kingfish Shootout Rules
Kingfish Shootout Paper Registration
Corporate Sponsorship Form
Letter From The Leukemia Research Foundation
Tournament Director
Kristy Crowder
912-599-9495
kristy@jimmiecrowder.com
